The wait is over! Today I’m kicking off my Summer One-for-One Card Swap Showcase with the first collection of beautiful handmade cards sent in by talented stampers from across the country. You’ll find inspiration in every project, and I’d love for you to help celebrate these wonderful artists by leaving them a little love in the comments. More beautiful swap cards are coming over the next couple of weeks! ♥
From a muddy front yard to Halloween cards, hot foiling with Peggy Noe and another week of crafting fun with Mom, this week’s recap has a little bit of everything! Come catch up on all the projects, behind-the-scenes stories and Week-in-Review bonuses you might have missed.
I changed directions mid-project after learning the Floral Flight Accents were about to disappear—and by the time I finished this elegant Halloween card, they had already sold out! Thankfully, the idea is easy to recreate with your favorite floral dies or stamped images. Pop over for a closer look at this dramatic combination of grays, black, texture, and just a little Halloween fun.
Yesterday was Mom’s turn to share a beautiful purple project. Today it’s mine! 💜 This monochromatic Fresh Freesia card features the bold Inked Floret background stamp and a simple diagonal Two-Tone Cardstock technique that creates lots of interest with very little effort. Click over to see all the details and celebrate one of Stampin’ Up!’s prettiest colors!
Mom has turned the Fungeon into a creative powerhouse this past week! From assembling card kits and trying the new Stampin’ Hot Foil System to designing beautiful cards of her own, she’s been having an absolute blast. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite of her creations – a stunning lighthouse card featuring the Sunset Coast Bundle and Scenic Coast Specialty Designer Series Paper. I hope you’ll stop by and take a closer look!
What happens when one crafty friend joins another’s team call? Lots of laughter, a wall full of Brians, and gorgeous hot foil inspiration! 😂 Peggy Noe shared incredible tips for using the new Stampin’ Hot Foil products and created a stunning card live for my InKing Royalty team. I’m sharing highlights from our fun evening together on today’s blog.
Who knew a couple of mischievous crows could make such a fun Halloween card? Today’s project combines the Web of Fun Bundle, the Fun for Fall Bundle, and a simple trio of colors – Timid Tiger, Gray Granite and Basic Black – for a playful spooky-season design. I hope you’ll stop by to see how these unexpected elements came together!
Our Scenic Coast Super-Awesome Fun Time Card Kits have all been delivered, and the feedback has been incredible! Today I’m giving you a peek inside everything that was included in the kit and sharing how you can still enjoy all seven projects by purchasing the online tutorial. Whether you own the Sunset Coast Bundle or just love fresh cardmaking inspiration, I think you’ll enjoy these beautiful coastal designs.
It’s time for my Week in Review! This week’s recap includes a family birthday celebration at Lake Lanier, a cake that survived an unexpected tumble, a bonus card sketch with measurements, and a look back at my first projects using Stampin’ Up!’s exciting new Stampin’ Hot Foil System. Come catch up on everything you may have missed – plus a few extra surprises along the way!
The Super-Awesome Fun Time Card Kits were mailed out last week – and each one included a handmade thank you tag! Today I’m sharing these tiny Scenic Coast tags, along with a closer look at the beautiful Designer Series Paper that inspired them. Sometimes the smallest projects become my favorites!
