July’s Paper Pumpkin kit had a nautical theme – seagulls, ships, messages in a bottle – how fun! I chose to do more of an abstract type of alternative – I simply used one of the background types of stamps and some masking paper to create a swirl of color. I stamped my sentiment on…
As a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I was able to attend an online event called Creativity Now! this past June. We made 4 cards and a bag – it was so much fun! One of the cards we made (demonstrated by Julie DiMatteo, the Paper Pixie) used Stampin’ Up!’s craft white ink to draw out the…
It’s hard to stay on the Christmas trek I’ve been on when the temperature outside is so high so I thought I’d take a trip back to the Annual Catalog. I’ve used some fun green colors to make this “Best Day Ever” card. To make this card, you’ll need the following supplies: Cardstock/Paper: Basic White…
Some non-traditional Christmas vibes! To make this card, you’ll need the following supplies: Cardstock/Paper: Pool Party (4 ¼” x 11”, scored at 5 ½” along the long side), Sweetest Christmas DSP (3” x 5 ½”), Real Red Glitter (2 x 5 ½”), Basic White (1 ½” x 5 ½”) Inks: Real Red, Garden Green, Pool…
The Santa Express collection has everything you need to make some really cute cards. The stamp set lends itself to coloring but I decided to take advantage of the adorable DSP and let that be the star of this card. To make this card, you’ll need the following supplies: Cardstock/Paper: Santa Express Memories & More…
Another card from my Christmas in July Stamp Camp. I used the Mistletoe Magic Bundle to create this card. I love the gold accent and the Festive Pearls. To make this card, you’ll need the following supplies: Cardstock/Paper: Cherry Cobbler (8 ½” x 5 ½”, scored at 4 ¼” along the long side); Basic White…
I am getting my use out of the Vintage Bottle punch for sure! Here is a card we made at my Christmas-themed stamp camp this past weekend. This card uses the Effervescent Elements inside the shaker domes for a sort of muted take on traditional Christmas colors. To make this card, you’ll need the following…
One of the more fun cards I designed for my Christmas in July Stamp Camp used the Gilded Leafing Embellishment. I bought it when it came out because, I mean, look at it! But like so many craft supplies, it sat lonely on my shelf. I decided to include it in my designs. I think…
While I’m getting ready for my Christmas in July Stamp Camp this weekend, I thought I’d share some projects from last year. I’ve been checking “techniques I’ve always wanted to try but haven’t” off my list lately – and this wine tag uses the reverse image stamping technique. I wanted my penguins going every which…
(While I’m getting ready for my Christmas in July Stamp Camp this weekend – I thought I’d repost some goodies from last year!) Another card with the Painted Christmas suite – look at those detailed pine cones and needles! To make this card, you’ll need: Thick Basic White cardbase: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored…