I'm definitely a "glass is half full" kind of person. I'm always looking for the good in others and the positive in any situation. I prefer to have a positive outlook on life and be happy when good things happen. I strongly feel that if you look for the negative, that is exactly what you're going to find. And I like wine. So, it was no surprise that I purchased the Half Full stamp set. One of the sentiments in the set, "may your glass … [Read more...] about Half Full
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Five Minute Friday – Happy Owloween
Today's post is going to be a quick one. I am actually at a Copic class this weekend learning all sorts of new things using Copic markers. I have been looking forward to this for months. I love learning new skills and techniques. Today's Five Minute Card uses the new Halloween Suite of products to make a quick card. One of the pattern paper sheets is a whole sheet of 3x3" squares of the spooky Halloween tree and moon. These sheets are … [Read more...] about Five Minute Friday – Happy Owloween
Which Witch?
Every Fall I try to make at least one Halloween home décor piece to add to my collection. And each year, I try to make something different. This year I made a small witch’s hat. Witch's hats are so easy to make. The witch's hat started as a plain chipboard cone from the local craft store. My cone is approximately 7" tall. I cut a piece of the Spooky Night paper to fit around the outside of the cone. I cut the paper on the diagonal so the corner … [Read more...] about Which Witch?
Spooky Treats
This past weekend I had a table at the Just Crop Retreats. I really look forward to seeing these ladies every month. If you're looking for a crafty weekend away with your friends or even by yourself, you should try one of Rachel's retreats. The ladies are always so welcoming and fun. I don't stay for the whole weekend because of my kids' crazy schedules, but I appreciate the time I get to spend with these crafters. One of my Make … [Read more...] about Spooky Treats
Five Minute Friday – It’s PSL Time
Okay, I admit it. I am addicted to coffee. I love all different flavors and styles. My favorite is a Flat White, closely followed by a Latte or Cafe au Lait. Mochas? I'm there. Blended? Yep. Hot? Of course. Iced? Definitely. But there is one coffee I am not fond of even though I try to convince myself every year when all the hubbub starts. It is the Pumpkin Spice Latte. I feel like I'm missing something because everyone I know loves it. … [Read more...] about Five Minute Friday – It’s PSL Time
Eeek! Halloween is Right Around The Corner
I am so excited that the Holiday Catalog is now LIVE to customers. There are so many amazing things in the Catalog this year. I hope you've been saving up, because your wish list is going to be huge. I usually start off September with Halloween and Fall projects. But don't worry, I'll be sprinkling in some Christmas and Winter projects here and there too. I know that people like to get an early start on their Holiday cards. Today's project … [Read more...] about Eeek! Halloween is Right Around The Corner
Snowflakes for Everyone!
When I had my first peek at the new Holiday Catalog, there were a couple items that I knew I absolutely needed. Yes, needed. One of those products is the brand new die set Swirly Snowflakes Thinlets. Whoa! These dies are gorgeous! I was a little nervous that they wouldn't work really well due to the level of detail in the dies. Sometimes those super detailed dies are a pain to work with because it's so hard to get the paper out of the die … [Read more...] about Snowflakes for Everyone!
Gratitude
Today's card is my first Autumn card of the year. It uses a mix of new products from the upcoming Holiday Catalog. I bought the Painted Harvest stamp set because of the gorgeous flowers. I think it's kind of funny that the first time I used this set, I didn't even use the flowers. The "gather together and give thanks" sentiment gives me a warm feeling. Isn't that what this season is all about? Gathering together with family and friends. And being … [Read more...] about Gratitude