Most of the time when I buy a new stamp set, I choose it because it’s pretty or something really different from what’s in my stash already. Every so often, though, I see a set that would be perfect for a specific recipient and I grab it right away. The cards I make with these […]
Distress Inks
Spellbinders Modern Essentials Collection
Some occasions call for bold fonts and bright colors…and if I’m going to congratulate a friend, I’m going to do it in a big way. The new Modern Essentials Collection from Spellbinders is full of delicate basic shape foil plates and dies that can be paired together to create gorgeous backdrops or used separately for […]
Spellbinders Foiled Basics Collection
Still on the fence about hot foiling? Or maybe you bought that fabulous Glimmer Hot Foil Machine and have been a little too intimidated to take it out of the box? The new Foiled Basics Collection by Yana Smakula is the perfect set of hot foil plates to get you started on your first foiled […]
Snowy Pine Cone Card
Several beautiful stencils were released by Clear Scraps a couple of months ago, so today I’m sharing a quick tutorial to make this snowy pine cone card with two of my favorites. This pine cone image is pretty versatile and could be used for really any season or occasion depending on how you embellish it! […]
Easy & Elegant Cards With The Glimmer Hot Foil System
Foiled accents have been a huge trend in the papercraft industry for several years now. And while there are several ways to get the look, the most stunning (and my personal favorite) is with a hot foil machine. I’ve shared a few projects recently using this method, but wanted to share a few more today […]
Autumn Treat Pockets
I love to find pretty ways to hand out little treats every time a new season or holiday rolls around. These small gestures can make workplaces a little less stressful and neighborhoods a little more close-knit. Several gorgeous shades of Basis Cardstock from CutCardStock were used to make these easy autumn treat pockets. Start by […]
Foiled Floral Birthday Card
Are you a fan of all things shiny? Hot foiling can be a great way to alter the look of lots of different types of cardstocks you might have. To create this birthday card, I’ve used three types of white cardstock in beautiful finishes from the CutCardStock store and I love the subtle differences in […]
Hawaiian Shirt Aloha Card
There’s a faint crispness in the air around here lately signaling that summer will be coming to an end soon. I still have time for a couple more summertime cards though and thought I’d share this cute project just in time for Hawaiian Shirt Friday! Hopefully I’ll give you a few ideas about stretching your […]