Hi Friends! Today I made a card using leftover scrap pieces of Designer Series Papers that have been sitting on my desk:I absolutely love creating cards with bits and pieces like this! The layout is simple and quick, but I added a special touch with … [Read more...] about “Simply Said” Birthday Card Tutorial
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Reverse Embossing With a Twist!
I am obsessed with the "Reverse Embossing Technique". It's such a simple technique but it sure packs a big WOW factor! If you missed my video demonstrating this fun and different way to use inks with embossing folders, click here.There are so many … [Read more...] about Reverse Embossing With a Twist!
Beautiful & Easy Card Design
Hi Friends! I'm still in Comox (Vancouver Island) at my Dad's house. His surgery went well (thank goodness) and he's out of the hospital. Dad's recovery is going to take a bit of time so I changed my flight and will fly back to Nova Scotia a week … [Read more...] about Beautiful & Easy Card Design
Inked Double Embossing Technique
Hi Friends! This past weekend I attended the "Atlantic Stampers Demonstrator Retreat" and had a FABULOUS time stamping and visiting with friends! While there I received a few comments and questions about a card I brought for the display board:This … [Read more...] about Inked Double Embossing Technique
“Scenic Garden” Card Tutorial
Today's card showcases our new Sale-a-bration Host stamp set, which you can earn for FREE with a qualifying order. "Scenic Garden" is a beautiful stamp set and full of detail. This set also has a hollyhock image - one of my very favourite flowers - … [Read more...] about “Scenic Garden” Card Tutorial
Free Card Class for May 2022
Ok friends, seriously, the days are going by TOO QUICKLY! I just can't get over that we're already into the second week of May! Holey Carumba! At least it means we're getting closer to summer and hot weather - I am so ready for that. I just love the … [Read more...] about Free Card Class for May 2022
Guilded Grout Technique
Hi Friends! Oh my, do I have a FUN TECHNIQUE for YOU today! I'm calling it the "Guilded Grout Technique". I tried to come up with a 'prettier' name, because I don't think 'grout' conjures up an image of beauty, yet it truly does when you're using … [Read more...] about Guilded Grout Technique
“Greatest Part of Christmas” Card Tutorial
Hi Friends! This morning I woke up to a sprinkling of snow - our first of the season. It was plus 14' yesterday, so BIG difference today. Isn't the weather just crazy? I must admit though, it looks quite pretty outside. The snow has also put me into … [Read more...] about “Greatest Part of Christmas” Card Tutorial
Emboss Resist Spotlight Technique – VIDEO
Hi Friends! I had a few requests to do a video showing how I made this card, which I shared last week (here): This is a super cool technique, well, two techniques, actually. First, emboss resist. Second, spotlight. Combine the two and … [Read more...] about Emboss Resist Spotlight Technique – VIDEO
“Girl’s Day” Stamping & Lunch
I decided I wanted to host a "Girl's Day" get together with my friends this past weekend, for lunch and stamping. After being 'cooped up' indoors most of the winter, I needed some 'girl time' - and what FUN we had! All the cards are ready … [Read more...] about “Girl’s Day” Stamping & Lunch