Today, I am sharing a card that is loaded with texture and depth but was easy peasy to make. Starting with colored cardstock actually feels like cheating but it is my go to technique when I am limited on time. The supplies I used are linked at the bottom of this post I first dieContinue reading “Create Beautiful Cards with Simple Techniques”
Tag Archives: Concord & 9th
The Art of the Hack: Making Your Supplies Work for You
Hi friends! Today I am sharing a move announcement card that was inspired by this week’s Freshly Made Sketches challenge. I sat down to create the card and quickly realized that I didn’t have a stamp that said move, moving or moved! Keep reading to find out how I hacked a stamp set to workContinue reading “The Art of the Hack: Making Your Supplies Work for You”
ADDING DIMENSION WITHOUT THE BULK
Hello crafty friend! Today’s card features the brand new Hippo Ho Ho stamp set from Pajama Crafter Stamps. This is one of the sets I illustrated for the new release and I love these little guys. I hope you will too! Links to all of the supplies I used to make this project are below.Continue reading “ADDING DIMENSION WITHOUT THE BULK”
GEOMETRIC CARD DESIGN: Inspired by Freshly Made Sketches Challenge 698
Yaaas, I was SO down for this week’s Freshly Made Sketches challenge! I’m OBSESSED with geometric design, and since I’ve been crushing it on getting Christmas cards done EARLY this year, it was a no-brainer to theme ’em up with this sketch. Links to all of the supplies I used to make this project are below.Continue reading “GEOMETRIC CARD DESIGN: Inspired by Freshly Made Sketches Challenge 698”
HAPPY ACCIDENTS
As I sat down to create a card for the latest Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I knew I wanted to keep it simple but also wanted to do something interesting with it. I struggled a bit at first with several ideas (and colors) rolling around in my head but nothing that seemed to be theContinue reading “HAPPY ACCIDENTS”
CONCORD & 9TH COLOR PALETTES
In a world where digital communication has become the norm, I feel that handmade cards have become even more special. There’s something undeniably charming about receiving a handmade card. The personal touch, the thoughtfulness, and the effort that goes into creating something unique make it a truly special gesture. The card I am featuring todayContinue reading “CONCORD & 9TH COLOR PALETTES”
A WINDOW TO SERENITY
Hey there! I’m super excited to share how I created this serene card featuring the Sea You Soon stamp set. It’s all about capturing that peaceful vibe, and I hope you love it as much as I do! Links to all of the supplies I used to make this project are below. Here’s a rundownContinue reading “A WINDOW TO SERENITY”
PATTERNED PAPER PERFECTION
I’m thrilled to join this month’s Simon Says Instagram challenge, featuring patterned paper as the star of the show! Rummaging through my stash, I fell in love with the stunning Damask Love Life’s a Party paper. This gorgeous paper was the perfect starting point for a special birthday card for my mom. To make thisContinue reading “PATTERNED PAPER PERFECTION”
SUPPORT FRIENDS THROUGH CANCER
When someone is battling cancer, it can be challenging to know how to best support them. One thoughtful way to show you care is by creating handmade cards. Handmade cards are more than just a piece of paper with words on it; they represent time, effort, and thoughtfulness. For someone battling cancer, receiving a handmadeContinue reading “SUPPORT FRIENDS THROUGH CANCER”
MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
Hello and welcome! I’ve been on a mission lately to organize my craft room. Currently I am in the middle of organizing my stamps and dies with magnetic panels and plastic sleeves. This is not a small task but an important one in my humble opinion. (I will probably make a separate blog about thisContinue reading “MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK”