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 way – but the stamp set only has him going in one. I took a 3 1/2″ by 5″ piece of Just…
After making my first alternative for October’s kit, I was getting ready to make the rest of the cards per the instructions – but …. another idea popped in my head as I tidied my work area: a wine tag! I used similar measurements to an earlier wine tag I made this year (see post…
Something I almost always overlook in Stampin’ Up! catalogs are the Memories & More card packs. Why? I don’t scrapbook and for some reason, I have it stuck in my head that you can only use the contents for making scrapbook pages. Well, I’m here to tell you (and hopefully myself) that this simply isn’t…
More treat boxes – I can’ wait! November’s Paper Pumpkin kit promises enough supplies to make 9 oversized treat boxes (and even comes with food safe bags). What will you put in yours? I might just send them to my Aunt Stella’s to fill with her delicious cookies (they’re the best, seriously!) And looking at…
Where did October go?!?!? I found myself with a very big to-do list this past weekend – a spooky to-do list. I had to make treat holders for co-worker’s children; cards (greeting and the bingo variety) for my oldest son’s class, and the dozen or so cards needed for my family and friends. Fortunately, I…
This month’s Paper Pumpkin kit is pretty if you follow the instructions provided: But…..sometimes you have to try something different. I saw some people online mentioning how the cardstock could be cut in half to create more cards…I hadn’t received my kit yet so I was a little confused. Once I got my kit and…
I had an awesome opportunity this weekend to attend a retreat run by demonstrator Michelle Halleen. It was a great day – full of crafting, information, and fun. It’s been quite a while since such a number of us have been able to gather like this. With retreats and gathering almost inevitably comes the chance…
It’s almost time for Halloween treats!! The Ombre Gift Bags and the Frightfully Cute bundle make it easy to whip some up. To make this treat bag, you’ll need: An Ombre Gift Bag in Pale Papaya Scraps of Basic Black, Basic White, and Pale Papaya card stock 30″ of the Black Organdy Glitter Ribbon Tuxedo…
Seriously…where is the candy? This card uses the Frightfully Cute bundle for a simple Halloween greeting. To make this card, you’ll need: Basic Black card base: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored along the long side at 4 1/4″ Daffodil Delight card stock: 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ Basic White card stock: 4″ x 5…
Stampin’ Up! has updated their clearance list with some new products – there are some really great deals. Check out the products available: Playful Pets Trinkets [152465] $3.40 Vases Builder Punch [147040] $10.80 Cake Builder Punch [148525] $10.80 Dog Builder Punch [148543] $10.80 Rococo Rose 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [150882] $3.50 Seaside Spray 1/2″ (1.3…