I’ve been working my way through the 2019-20 Annual Catalog, taking the Designer Series Papers and showcasing each one in a new way before they retire on June 2nd. Today I want to put the spotlight on Magnolia Lane. This is an old technique that I’ve revisited, and I thought…
I’m taking a walk through the 2019-20 Annual Catalog and getting another look at the beautiful Designer Series Papers before they are gone. Yesterday I shared a new card I made using Woven Threads. If you missed it, you can see it here. Today I have pulled out Noble Peacock…
The Last Chance Product List has been released and all of the Designer Series Paper that we have enjoyed all year is about to retire. So today I thought I’d give another look at Woven Threads. It has been marked down to $4.60/pack! You may want to grab another one…
I am wishing you the best today with my Ornate Style Stamp Set and Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper! Materials & Measurements: Whisper White Cardstock, cut with the 3-5/8″x 2-1/2″ Stitched So Sweetly rectangle die Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper, 4-7/8″x 3-5/8″ Blushing Bride Cardstock, 5″x 3-3/4″ Gorgeous Grape Cardstock,…
This is a brand new stamp set for me. I’ve been eyeing it since the Mini Catalog came out in January, but finally made the purchase. It’s called Beautifully Braided and comes bundled with the Braided Punch. I didn’t get the punch, so I can’t give you an opinion on…
This week’s TGIF Challenge was to make a card with a Belly Band. I took out my new stamp set and made an Ornate Style Gate Fold card! Here’s the banner for the challenge: and here’s the stamp set that got me started: I took the large flower image and…
I love the Witty-cisms Stamp Set for its clever sentiments and small whimsical images! This one with the saguaro cactus is one of my favorites. My parents retired to the Arizona desert after spending a number of years in snowy Michigan. They had a saguaro in their yard that threw…
I gave my team members a Stamping Habit Team Challenge! Their assignment was to make cards using packs of papers that I sent them. I didn’t give them any rules other than to use the paper that I sent. They each made cards, photographed them, and sent me the pictures.…
How would you like to brighten someone’s day with a cute little note like this? This is a simple little 3″x 3″ note that you could make several of and distribute them to anyone you would like to bless! Directions: Cut a piece of Blueberry Bushel Cardstock to 3″x 6″,…
One of the questions I get asked frequently is, “Where do you get your ideas?” It’s not a simple answer, as often the design idea just develops as I start working on it. But one thing that I use to get started when I’m needing that little creative nudge is…
One doesn’t have to go back too far to find this fun birthday stamp and die set. It’s from the 2019 catalog. So, for Throwback Thursday I’m bringing back Birthday Cheer. There are certain sets that I will always keep, mainly because they are unique or timeless. I got a…
This week I’ve been taking a stroll down Magnolia Lane! I’m continuing that walk today for CASEing Coast to Coast with east coast friend, Rosanne Mulhern. Each month she and I take turns CASEing each other’s project. Today it’s my turn to create the inspiration. I’ve made a Z-Fold card…
It’s that time! Our 2018-2020 In Colors are about to disappear, and if you hurry, you can stock up before they are gone. From past experience, I know that these five colors of cardstock, ink pads, and ink refills will sell out before the new catalog comes out. You may…
Good Morning! I hope you all had a beautiful Easter weekend and were able to celebrate in unique ways in your own home. I realized that it has been a long time since I’ve pulled out my Good Morning Magnolia set. So, I thought I would revisit these beautiful stamps…
I used the Birthday Bonanza toucan for a colorful birthday card today! My grandson’s 4th birthday is right around the corner and I think this will make him smile! My design was inspired by the Fab Friday Challenge this week. Here is the banner that jump-started my idea: I dug…
