Mask It, Stamp It, Add Sentiment!

I sure have been having fun with sharing some of my favorite stamping techniques lately, and I’ve got another one for you today. I’m calling it the “Mask It, Stamp It, Add Sentiment” Technique. I know, not real clever, but a name you’ll be sure to remember and know exactly what to do with it! … Read more

3 cards showing various ways to step up a card from simple to sensational. Cards feature the Traditions of Christmas DSP and Pool Party.

Step It Up – From Simple to Sensational

Make a few changes to a simple yet beautiful card to one that is sensational with a few easy steps. The cards I make in this video feature floral bouquets I die cut from the Traditions of Christmas DSP. PLUS, you’ll get a sneak peek of a few new Stampin’ Up! products available to order … Read more

Emboss, Stack, & Cut

I love what I am showing you in today’s post. I’m using the large Etched Autumn Background Stamp with Versamark Ink and WOW Gold Embossing Powder on Cajun Craze and Mossy Meadow card stock for truly elegant cards. And. I’ll show you how to emboss the 2 different colors of card stock, then stack and … Read more

2 Easy & Elegant fall cards made with Etched Autumn and Artistic Leaves Stamp Sets, Mossy Meadow Ink, Card stock in Very Vanilla and Mossy Meadow, and Gold Foil Paper. Sentiment reads "Hello, sweet friend".

Easy & Elegant Cards

One of the easiest ways to create simple yet elegant cards is with background stamps like the Etched Autumn Background Stamp I used on the cards below and a simple color palette. For me, that color palette for elegant cards often includes a little shimmer or shine. In the Etched Autumn cards made for this … Read more

Extraordinary Flora Bundle – Series of 3 Videos

Stampin’ Peace friends, if you missed my 3 video series featuring the Extraordinary Flora Bundle, now is your chance to watch them all in one place. Trust me when I say the Extraordinary Flora Washi Tape truly is extraordinary with endless possibilities for creating unique cards, gifts, and paper crafts. AND, I can tell you … Read more

Layered Gate Fold Cards

Be prepared to be WOW’ed with this demonstration of Layered Gate Fold Cards. I’m featuring some of my favorite fall themed products from Stampin’ Up!, but you can use any of your favorite stamps and papers to make your own Layered Gate Fold Cards. Plan to give this Fun Fold a try soon! Dimensions for … Read more

Easel Card made with Prairie Grass Stamp Set in Misty Moonlight and Black.

Easel Cards made Easy!

Let me show you just how easy it is to make a simple Easel Card! And I’ll demonstrate using Blending Brushes for a moonlit sky or sunny afternoon to showcase the silhouette images of the Prairie Grass Stamp Set. I hope you’ll give the Easel Cards a try! I have no doubt you’ll enjoy making … Read more

Handmade & Heartfelt Kit being featured in the Stampin' Up! World Card Making Day Event on October 4th.

World Card Making Day – October 4th

Mark your calendar and plan to be a part of Stampin’ Up!’s FREE Virtual World Card Making Day Event! Here’s just a few of the reasons, everyone should participate in this World Card Making Day Event on October 4, 2025, 3 – 4pm MT. The event is FREE but you do need to register to … Read more

Make a set of 6 Easy & Elegant Cards

You’re going to love these easy and elegant cards. In fact, they are so easy, you may want to grab your supplies and make them along with me. You’ll need: The cards made in this video use the Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper, Black card bases, Melon Mambo card stock for stamping and punching sentiments, … Read more

4 cards made with a CASE'd layout using Painterly Pears Suite, Mixed Media Florals Suite, and Floral Charm Suite.

Case & Create with Confidence!

Sometimes all you need is a little inspiration to get started creating on your own. It’s not unusual to look through blog posts, watch videos, or visit Pinterest. But what do you do when a handmade card or project catches your eye? Sometimes, all you need to start creating is a little inspiration. In this … Read more

Quick and easy cards created with the "Framed Design" papers in the Mixed Media Florals DSP pack. Sentiment used are from the With You In Mind Stamp Set.

How to use “Framed Design” Papers

Stuck on how to use your “Framed Design” papers”? You know, the ones that have designs on all 4 sides but are blank in the center of the paper. At first glance, you may think, “Framed Design” papers are great for scrapbook pages or a home decor piece. Others may look at these same “Framed … Read more

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