Seeing the trees.

It’s Sale Saturday! The Holiday Catalog goes live on Wednesday! Get your wishlists ready because we are about to begin. On Wednesday only, the first 12 crafters that either submit online orders with host code MCAYYWX2 to qualify or contact me to give me their list will be able to pick a tree. I willContinue reading “Seeing the trees.”

Birthday cards are needed!

It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward. Today’s request comes from one of our own crafters. In a community she is part of, Kabuki Syndrome Parents, there has been a request for cards. Here is what was written: “Cody is 18 on 9/30 and loves toContinue reading “Birthday cards are needed!”

Using only part of the die.

It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I will show you how to use part of the die to create a unique background or mat. With this you will also need a piece of Designer Series Paper. To start, you will need your card base. Then have a mat cut no larger than 5″ X 3 3/4″. ThisContinue reading “Using only part of the die.”

Using leaves for a pinecone.

It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Did you know that the Leaf Punch will also punch out a pinecone? In the new stamp set in the Holiday Catalog called Perfectly Plaid the pinecone fits just perfectly in the leaf. Remember to look at your products sideways,Continue reading “Using leaves for a pinecone.”

Adding layers without adding weight.

It’s Technique Tuesday! With the holiday season barreling at an alarming rate towards us I want to share a technique or tip with you. Don’t add weight to your cards with more paper, instead add layers with ink. Use your Sponge Brayer to add texture. For this final layer to my card I used PacificContinue reading “Adding layers without adding weight.”

Betty’s class and more!

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week! Heidi is wrapping up her order tonight at 7:30 pm. Please use host code 3EDTMSUU if you would like to help Heidi. If you prefer to order in person please contact me. Don’t forget to redeem your Bonus Days Coupons if you still have them. Betty’s classContinue reading “Betty’s class and more!”

Rest allows you to dream.

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest and re-charge. By allowing your body and mind to rest your thoughts are more free. This will allow you to dream. I know when I am able to clear my head then things become more defined. I am able to focus on my priorities and maybeContinue reading “Rest allows you to dream.”

New catalogs, promotions, and more!

It’s Sale Saturday! Do you have your new Holiday Catalog? If not, please let me know so I can get your copy to you. There are not a ton of promotions since the Holiday Catalog is about to start. There is, however, still the clearance rack as well. Please go to https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/products/100100/clearance-rack to shop. WhenContinue reading “New catalogs, promotions, and more!”

Don’t forget to ask for help.

It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day we focus on giving back or paying it forward. When the wave of overwhelm comes over you don’t be afraid to ask for help. And by help I don’t necessarily mean with the workload. Sometimes you need someone to run to the store for you. Sometimes you needContinue reading “Don’t forget to ask for help.”

Sometimes the paper takes the cake.

It’s Tutorial Thursday! Sometimes the Designer Series Paper needs to just take the focus. In this case the paper from the Frosted Suite takes the cake. This card is created very simply from the stamps and dies from this suite. Add a touch of vellum and you have a winner. To watch the video pleaseContinue reading “Sometimes the paper takes the cake.”