• Join me for this month’s Card Sketch Challenge!

    Join me for this month’s Card Sketch Challenge!

    In this video, I’ll walk you through how to take a simple sketch template and turn it into a fun, playful safari-themed card. The product of the month is the Silly Safari bundle which includes the stamp set and a 1-7/8″ circle punch (165260). Measurements: Using a 2″ circle punch,…

  • Ready for this month’s sketch challenge?

    Ready for this month’s sketch challenge?

    I’ll show you how I interpreted this month’s sketch, plus tips to get perfect proportions, add dimension, and make your tags stand out on any gift or project. I started with a 2″ x 4-1/4″ piece of Cherry Cobbler cardstock. Then I used the template I made last week to…

  • The Secret to Perfect Tags Every Time (Using Punches + Templates!)

    The Secret to Perfect Tags Every Time (Using Punches + Templates!)

    I use the DSP backer sheet to create a tag template. It is easily punched but sturdier than cardstock. Then cut the bottom (or leave it straight). I cut mine with the paper trimmer up from the bottom to the 3-1/2″ mark then trimmed from each bottom outside corner to…

  • Stained Glass Technique

    Stained Glass Technique

    This month’s technique is as bold and beautiful as stained glass itself! I’m so excited to share this one with you because it’s one of those techniques that instantly makes your project look like it took hours (when really, it’s surprisingly simple!). This month, I’m featuring the Etched Autumn stamp…

  • Sept. Card Sketch Challenge

    Sept. Card Sketch Challenge

    Have you ever used your embossing folder with vellum or a window sheet? Give it a try, you’ll be amazed at the result! Here are the products used today I’ll first cut out the center of the card front with the Textured Notes die. Save that cut out piece for…

  • Fault Line Fun Fold Card

    Fault Line Fun Fold Card

    As I was working with this, I discovered that I could use one layer or more! I chose to use two. Be sure to “fluff” up the torn edges before gluing them together. Simply use your fingernail or a bone folder. It adds a bit more texture. Cutting dimensions:

  • A sketch is a template

    A sketch is a template

    Use this sketch to create your own version. I’ve included the dimensions on the sketch itself, but challenge yourself to use supplies you have on hand to make a card (or several)! Or watch the video to see what I made with it:

  • Kissing Technique

    Kissing Technique

    You’ll need a solid image stamp as well as a textured stamp for this one. Ink the textured stamp then “kiss” the solid stamp to the inked stamp, then stamp on your project. First, ink up your textured stamp. Then “kiss” the solid image to the inked image to pick…

  • 4 cards in 20 minutes!

    4 cards in 20 minutes!

    These cards use four card bases and two 6×6 sheets of Designer Series Paper. I’ve added some scraps for the greetings. They come together so quickly you’ll want to have them made and at the ready to add an appropriate greeting for those last-minute occasions. Join me LIVE on Facebook…

  • July Fun Fold Card

    July Fun Fold Card

    I’m pretty frugal, so this week I’m making a fun fold using a typical half sheet of card stock for the card base. Of course, the bundle of the month is Cheers & Sips. I’m also using the Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper. DSP makes paper crafting so much simpler,…