Creating Backgrounds with Digital Stamps – Botanical Friendship Card –

February 12, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Digital stamps can be used in so many ways! Today I used an image from my new stamp set Hope to create a lace motif background for my card front and even a coordinating layer for the inside of the card. Main Supplies:Stamps – Hope digital stamp set, Love digital stamp set by Graciellie DesignDies […]

Soft Shabby Chic Birthday Card – Mixing Textures & Embellishments –

February 8, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Adding various textures and embellishments is an essential part of a shabby chic design. All the different elements contribute to the dimension of the card and there is almost no limit as too how much you can add to it. Today I’m sharing a birthday card and a few tips and tricks I follow when […]

-Glittered Vellum Poinsettias-Encouragement Cards for the Holidays & the New Year

December 28, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

The new year is upon us and I thought I’d share an inspirational card with you. I decided to use an encouragement sentiment instead of the usual “happy new year” message on today’s card. (I think this could also be great for the Holidays in general.) White and gold continue to be my favorite colors […]

Distressed Foil Christmas Cards- Tutorials using Deco Foil –

November 27, 2015.Reading time 2 minutes.

Early this year I discover the beauty that is metallic foiling. Projects seem to come to life when a foil detailed is added and they just look stunning and elegant! Today I have to show you not one but two different projects and tutorials using Thermoweb’s iCraft Deco Foil Transfer Sheets and adhesives, featuring a […]

A Blessed Thanksgiving to You Fall inspired card with deco foil

November 19, 2015.Reading time 1 minute.

Today I’m sharing a very layered Thanksgiving card, in Fall colors and with lots of little leaves in different colors and even some gold foiled ones. I used a beautiful Fall themed paper pad from my stash that had just the perfect tones and patterns for this card. I have been planning this card for […]

Joy, Leaves & Glitter window christmas card

November 4, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

Branches hanging showcasing different tones of leaves can’t be prettier! I thought I’d use this idea, usually found on Fall scenes -and cards- and translate it to a Christmas card. I was inspired by a fun sketch by Latina Crafter and though my take isn’t as literal I did try to work with all the elements […]

Snowy Winterberries & Jolly Wishes quick tutorial with unity stamp co.

October 27, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

I’ve always loved seeing die cuts covered in snowy textures, so I came up with an easy way to add snow to some pretty Holiday Winterberries. My Christmas cards never seem to have a traditional color combination and today’s card is no exception. I had to cut 4 different pieces to put together the final […]