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Sometimes, inspiration comes from cards we have already created.I was scrolling through my Facebook page and came across the first card I ever posted using Stampin’ Up! products. Lovely as a Tree was Stampin’ Up!’s longest running stamp set before it was retired in 2019. It was released in 2001,…
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It’s been a hot minute since I did any heat embossing. I was prepping for my November class, and dug out the gold embossing powder, and decided to play with the emboss resist for the First Friday Free class. It’s such a fun technique, and really allows you to explore…
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One of the questions I get quite often is “how do you mix patterns?”. While I love playing with colours, textures, and patterns, I don’t usually mix patterns on my card, unless it’s the reverse side of the paper I am using. But, for this card, it started with the…
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Sometimes, you need a customized card that also comes together lickety-split. The paper from the Snowflake Specialty Vellum pack makes an otherwise plain looking card jump up to grab your attention. The vellum can be coloured with Stampin’ Blends. I used dark Bermuda Bay, dark Cherry Cobbler, and dark Old…
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If you need several cards quickly, this is the perfect project. One piece of cardstock will create four cards (more if you want), and all you need to add is a little bit of ribbon, or an embellishment or two. For this one, I used the Pearlized Enamel Effects on…
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Sometimes, you need a tag that’s a little larger, either for a longer message, or for multiple people to sign. This one fits the bill. It can be made any size with a square piece of cardstock. The beauty of projects like this is you can take an idea, and…
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It’s time to get sketchy again 😀 Sketches are a really easy way to kick your creativity in gear. I love that you can use what you have on hand, and create something unique each and every time. Add or take away elements, add bling, make your card vertical or…
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Gift card holders always seem to be a hot commodity around the holidays. This one is a standard size to fit in the Stampin’ Up! medium envelopes, with a finished size of 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″. The stamp set, paired with the Layering Designs vellum papers makes for a…
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This card is a great way to use up some of the smaller craps of cardstock and patterned paper in your stash. Kindest Gnomes is one of my favourite sets- he’s just so adorable. The postcard style of it lends itself perfectly to those who like to pin their cards…
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When you’re looking for inspiration, sketches can be an awesome jumping off point. A simple design can be made as complex as you want. Emboss the first layer, add bling, add colour, add whatever elements you feel are needed on the card. Or, you can keep the elements exactly as…
