Crafting during the warmer spring months can be tough for me…I want to be outside with the sunshine and flowers before the summer heat scares me back inside! Tools that help me create quick projects are a must, so I’m happy to give you a sneak peek at the second part of the Create-A-Card die […]
Spring
Technicolor Shutter Card
I’ve always loved the look of fancy-fold cards, but rarely take the time to make one unless I happen to have purchased some pre-cut and scored card bases. So, when I had the chance to try out the new Create-A-Card Pop-out dies from Crafter’s Companion that will be debuting on HSN on May 9th, I dove […]
Easy Ombre Glitter Card Set
Handmade card sets can be an easy and inexpensive gift idea for loved ones who appreciate that homespun look. I try to give away a few sets a year to keep my mom and aunts all stocked up! With glitter paper from CutCardStock, it’s easy for me to add lots of interest to a simple design, […]
Foiling Easter Eggs with Adhesive Transfer Sheets
Are you getting ready to dye Easter eggs this weekend? I’ve got a quick and easy way to add pretty designs and lots of shine! With the new adhesive transfer sheets from Crafter’s Companion, you can simply rub an intricate design onto most surfaces and apply any color foil over top. I’m working with plastic […]
Ten Cards Made With The Simon Says Stamp March 2017 Card Kit
I was so excited for the March Card Kit from Simon Says Stamp…the stamp set is adorable, the stencil is versatile, and the patterned paper is so pretty. But despite the promise I made myself that I would “kill” each new kit when it arrives, I struggled to make a single card with it at first…until […]
How To Make Faux Watercolored Easter Eggs With Your Silhouette
Interested in learning how to create tiny watercolor masterpieces on your Easter eggs this year? Head on over to the Silhouette blog today for details on the quick and easy way! I love how these turned out and can’t wait to try other designs over the next two weeks. And if you still haven’t gotten […]
Watercolor Bloom Card
If you love the sometimes unpredictable nature of watercolor, then I have a fun new stamp set to share with you! The “Bloom” set from Crafter’s Companion debuted on HSN this month in a special watercolor bundle (still available here) and contains pretty hand-lettered sentiments and sketchy stems. These images were developed with the idea […]
Easter Egg Candy Dish
Every once in a while (when time permits), I really enjoy building complex three-dimensional pieces out of just paper and glue, like this Easter egg decor that doubles as a candy dish. But I’ve found that the key to constructing beautiful papercrafts is choosing high-quality and sturdy cardstock as your foundation, like the Curious Metallic […]