It was not long ago that I was having trouble getting any ideas for cards. I did not have a single idea – and even had to buy cards for the occasions that were coming up at the time. But suddenly, that creativity came back – with a vengence! I have no idea why. But READ MORE
Author: Susan
Do not overlook those Pretty Birds!
It is my friend, Ro, who generally gravitates toward the “critter” stamp sets and collects all of them. But for whatever reason, Stampin’ Up! Pretty Birds really spoke to me more than they spoke to her. So, here is my challenge: I am working on several Pretty Birds cards to try to change her mind! READ MORE
A Thing of Beauty – and a Wave of Inspiration when the DSP retires!
When I think of “museum cards”, the image in my mind is a very stark, white card that features a work of art. It is very elegant, and the focal image is always striking, if not inspiring. I just looked the term up to find that my image is purely in my head…but maybe I READ MORE
A One-Layer, Pretty Medallion.
I think that many of us may be overlooking a beautiful stamp in the new Annual Catalog, the Pretty Medallion Cling Stamp Set. It is reminiscent of a series of medallion stamps that I can remember (and still have, btw) that were wood-mounted. I remember creating some amazing multi-layered cards in those days – and READ MORE
Pretty Flowers with white highlighting.
I am having a minor obsession with the Stampin’ Up! Pretty Flowers Embossing Folder and all the beautiful backgrounds that it can create. This card is a friendship card that could easily be a thank you or a happy birthday wish. The card cuts are as follows. Pcs Measurements Description Stampin’ Up Highland Heather cardstock READ MORE
Pretty Flower Pots filled with Hues of Happiness
You may not recall seeing a picture of all the flowers from the Stampin’ Up! Hues of Happiness DSP that I fussy cut a while back. Fussy cutting is one of those soothing activities of mine for in front of the TV binge watching a series – or a movie. I find it relaxing…but many READ MORE
Willow Tree Wishes
I always think that a monochromatic card is very elegant. When I saw the new Stampin’ Up! Willow Tree Bundle, I knew that this was going to become one of my very favorite and iconic bundles. This is the start of that love affair. I saw a card in the Stampin’ Up! 2022-2023 Annual Catalog READ MORE
This is a Public Service Announcement for all SU! fans
Selling has never been my “thing” – but sharing is. I am here if you need help with Stampin’ Up! products or ideas for them – or to brainstorm with fellow paper crafters. BUT this is almost a “Public Service Announcement” – whether you are a customer of mine or one of my treasured followers READ MORE
A Pretty Flowers Embossed Thank You Note
I love all the new Designer Paper Series choices that we have with the new catalog – but I keep getting stuck on the Hues of Happiness DSP. This must be one of my favorite paper packs of all time! I love the flowers. I love the colors. I love the different backgrounds that are READ MORE
A Split Diagonal Card with Texture Chic DSP
I love playing with all the beautiful Stampin’ Up! Designer Series papers – once I get over my innate reluctance to cut into them! We have so many beautiful DSP paper packs with the new 2022-2023 Annual Catalog as well as the continuing Jan-June Mini Catalog. This card design is quick and easy to do. READ MORE