10 Paper Crafting Essentials – #'s 6-10 Because there are SO many things to choose from I broke this up into 2 sections. You can find Part 1 right HERE, which goes over paper trimmers, die cut machines, stamping platforms, cardstock, and adhesives. When I began paper crafting (card making) many years ago I wish someone would have told me what tools would be best. So I bought things here and there…and most were a waste of money. So, if you are as confused as I was at the time…this blog post is for you! And FYI – there are SO many options of everything out there – I will hone in on the top 2/3 t ..read more

10 Paper Crafting Essentials. I broke this up into 2 parts because there is SO much information that I wanted to share with you You can find Part 2 right HERE. When I began paper crafting (card making) many years ago I wish someone would have told me what tools would be best. So I bought things here and there…and most were a waste of money. So, if you are as confused as I was at the time…this blog post is for you! And FYI – there are SO many options of everything out there – I will hone in on the top 2/3 that I love the best. #1 – Paper Trimmers When cutting your card stock a paper trimmer ..read more

Ornament Cards | Pink Fresh Studios The Pink Fresh Studios October release was amazing. I almost purchased the complete release. During Christmas I am always looking for cards that are easy and can be mass produced. But LOOK like they took me hours and hours to create. This card is no exception…very easy to make and I can see it in many different colors. Change up the sentiment and you have yourself a great card to give to your family and friends during Christmas. This video is part of my ‘Craft and Chat' series https://youtu.be/vBDS6g4YfJY The ‘Ornament Cards' video is above For the above ca ..read more

Easy Stenciling | Pink Fresh Studios Tidings of Great Joy The Pink Fresh Studios October release was amazing. I almost purchased the complete release. During Christmas I am always looking for cards that are easy and can be mass produced. But LOOK like they took me hours and hours to create. I made a ton of shaker cards. And a few regular cards as well. I definitely had trouble with the filming…not sure what is up with that. My goal is to ‘craft and chat.' Next time maybe! The ‘Easy Stenciling | Pink Fresh Studios Tidings of Great Joy' video is above For the above card (the one in the video ..read more

QR codes in a scrapbook. I recently discovered that I LOVE creating mini scrapbooks! This is my first one and it will not be my last! When I found out that my daughter was pregnant I was elated. This was the child who never wanted kids! I wanted to record the progress of her baby while he/she was in the womb. And what better way than voice recordings turned into QR codes. All my daughter has to do is scan each one with her phone and I will be talking! PLUS there are videos included in the mini album too! I can hardly wait for Eleanor to get older so she can scan the codes and hear my voice ..read more

House cat cards I am a cat lover. In fact, almost everyone in my family loves cats too. So, when My Favorite Things (MFT Stamps) released these cat stamps and dies I just HAD to buy them. You get that, right? They were all in a MFT Stamps kit which includes an inspiration guide with photos. One day last week I sat down, using the inspiration guide, and created a bunch of cards. The ideas were so amazing that I pretty much ‘copied' what was on the guide (with a few color and Jane changes of course). Because I copied I did not create a video. But, I did want to show them to you in case you loved ..read more

I am still obsessed with the Anita Jeram Stamps and Die sets from Colorado Craft Company. I grabbed one stamp set and created 3 different cards. I LOVE making different cards from 1 stamp set! I feel like I get my money's worth! Make sure you check out the video – it has ALL of the how to's. As always, the supply list is in the thumbnails below. I have also linked as many products as I can in this post. (Affiliate links may be used…at no additional cost to you). The ‘HeyDad' Father's Day Card video is above For the above ‘HeyDad' Father's Day card I used: Colorado Craft/Anita Jeram – For D ..read more

Cute Halloween treat boxes Halloween is one of my favorite times to make little gifts for my friends and family. Sometimes I create my own box…today I grabbed the Lawn Fawn Scallop Treat Die. So so fun. Fill your boxes with candy…or any other goodies you can think of. Chapstick. Money Even gift cards. I wanted to use products from my stash…and not buy ALL new. As a result, some of the products may not be available (the Scallop Treat Box Die is available). I encourage you to go thru your stash…and use what you have! Make sure you check out the video – it has ALL of the how to's. As always, the ..read more

Pattern Paper Cards: Kicking it up a notch! Are you a collector of pattern paper…and then never use it? I know I am. I have so many 6×6 pads it's crazy. So, rather than creating a background from scratch…I grabbed pattern paper and kicked it up a notch! Make sure you check out the video – it has ALL of the how to's. As always, the supply list is in the thumbnails below. (Affiliate links may be used…at no additional cost to you). FYI – I used most of the products from my stash, and unfortunately, some are no longer available. And you can do that too….use the ideas and make it your own. I have l ..read more

I am still obsessed with the Anita Jeram Stamps and Die sets from Colorado Craft Company. I grabbed one stamp set and created 3 different cards. I LOVE making different cards from 1 stamp set! I feel like I get my money's worth! Make sure you check out the video – it has ALL of the how to's. As always, the supply list is in the thumbnails below. I have also linked as many products as I can in this post. (Affiliate links may be used…at no additional cost to you). The ‘HeyDad' Father's Day Card video is above For the above ‘HeyDad' Father's Day card I used: Colorado Craft/Anita Jeram – For D ..read more