DIY Shabby Chic Wood and Doily Embellishments
At the Scrapbook Expo I saw some cool demonstrations of inking, stamping and heat embossing on chip board pieces (I substituted wood veneer pieces since the chip board pieces I had were larger) that I knew I wanted to try at home. I experimented a bit with the inking...
CAS Birthday Card: Chock Full of Techniques!
My nephew is turning 22 and I wanted to make him a fun interactive card. However, keeping in mind that he is not likely to save and "treasure" the card as much as appreciate the cash inside I knew I wanted to keep it CAS (Clean and Simple)! LOL I brought out my Simon...
Scrapbook Expo Review + Giveaway
I had a great time at the Scrapbook Expo in Duluth, GA yesterday. I got some great deals and a few less-than-great buys, but overall I learned loads and loved it! I wish I had had more time to peruse the booths (I barely made it through the floor), but I think I got...
Get Well Card
I have been wanting to make another get well card for my brother just to let him know that I am continuing to think of him and pray for him as he goes through all the things he needs to for dealing with his kidney disease. I have also been...
Elegant Thank You Card
I wanted to make a special thank you card for my hubby's grandmother who is 98 years old. She is a very elegant lady and I wanted a card to match. I decided to use the Inspired by Stamping "Delicate Doilies" stamp set and let the gorgeous intricate doilies...
Fun Interactive Birthday Card + GIVEAWAY!
I have been wanting to play with the Diemond Dies Pull Strip Die for a while and my dad's birthday lunch today seemed like the perfect opportunity. I made a fun interactive card, using some raffle tickets to make redeemable "coupons" for tax help, computer help, and...









































