Quick and Easy Abstract Impressionism with Two- and Three-Step Stamping All you need to make a quick and easy abstract impressionism inspired card can be had from Stampin’ Up!’s new Abstract Impressions Bundle. The 21-piece stamp set can create colorful brushstrokes for soft nature scenes. Plus the three-piece Springtime Impressions Thinlits Dies set crops a detailed butterfly, a… Read More »
You’ve got to love Stampin’ Up! for taking the guesswork out of coordination. Colors, papers, ink, ribbons, stamps and dies make creativity a snap for anyone. Take the Garden Impressions Suite. Here’s What I Did to Make an Impressionist Art Inspired Thank You Card I inked the sentiment using Blueberry Bushel ink and added a So Saffron brushstroke behind… Read More »
Order Now! New 2018-19 Stampin’ Up! Catalog New crafting supplies are finally here! View the new catalog here. New Ink Pad Design There are loads of changes, starting with a new ink pad design that “fixes” the irksome issues the old design presented. Listen as John and Cheryl from the home office introduce the new design. Color Revamp… Read More »
Coffee die cuts spill onto the barista’s apron for a card sure to perk up a friend. The Coffee Break Suite on page 31 of the current catalog are go-to favorites on my shelf. The suite includes the 16-piece Coffee Café stamp set, coordinating Coffee Cups Framelits and the Coffee Break designer paper. Here’s a Coffee Café card using the… Read More »
The Retirement List is coming soon – the afternoon of April 9th to be exact! Are you ready? Based on experience, when the retirement list is announced the retiring In Colors and many Designer Series Papers sell out quickly. Avoid the disappointment of sold out In Colors and papers by ordering your ink refills and stocking up on… Read More »
Nothing says Happy Easter better than a cute bunny. Pair the cute bunny with colorful bursts and stripey letters and you have a fun colorful Easter bunny card for all WITHOUT having to own an Easter stamp set. How ’bout that? Here’s What I Made Ironically, my colorful card starts with a Whisper White card base cut… Read More »
Wish everyone on your friends and family list a Happy Easter with an easy to make Easter card. Circle punches in a variety of sizes, patterned paper, whimsical bunnies and a witty sentiment make a super cute card in a jiffy. Here’s What I Did Cloud patterned paper cut to measure 4″ x 5 1/2″ serves… Read More »
Quick and Easy Matchbook Treat Holders A matchbook treat holder makes a perfect token of friendship anytime, especially for a holiday. For St. Patricks Day, I grabbed a favorite holiday stamp set and punch from Christmases past. That’s right, Christmas! Cookie Cutter Christmas was a popular favorite when it debuted a couple Christmases ago. Click to see one… Read More »