Hello! I'm so glad you stopped by! I'm sharing another holiday card featuring the Simon Says Stamp December Card Kit of the Month. You can see my first card here. This time I used the little village woodcut-style stamp as my focal point, paired it with more of the included patterned paper, and added some … Continue reading Simon Says Stamp Bright Christmas – December Card Kit of the Month Round 2
Hi crafty friends! Were you able to get the Simon Says Stamp December Card Kit of the Month before it sold out?? I hope so because this kit is SO GOOD!! (If you weren't able to get one, most of the items can still be purchased separately.) I'm really loving all the holiday goodies this … Continue reading Simon Says Stamp Bright Christmas – December 2025 Card Kit of the Month
Winter greetings, friends! I'm so happy you stopped by! Today I'm sharing a card featuring one of my all-time favorite dies from Pretty Pink Posh, the Mitten Shaker. I've used this die set almost every year since its release because it's just so adorable. This year I chose not to include a shaker element and … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Winter Mitten
Hello! Today I'm sharing another project using the Waffle Flower Sneak Peek Kit #8. Like my previous post, I used the Nesting Postage Collage dies and the coordinating Let it Snow stencil but chose to use the circle dies and the penguin image instead to create this wintery holiday card. Check out my supply list, … Continue reading More Waffle Flower Sneak Peek Kit #8
Hi friends! I'm still working my way through my inbox, and Waffle Flower's Sneak Peek kit #8 caught my attention. This kit was a sneak peek of the September release, and man, I'm so glad I finally got around to creating with it! Not only has it been a while since I played with Waffle … Continue reading Waffle Flower Sneak Peek Kit #8
Don't miss Christmas Theme Week over at Pretty Pink Posh, where you'll find tons of holiday inspiration and giveaways each day! I'm getting into the holiday spirit with this festive card featuring the big, bold Holly Jolly Shadow Dies and the Christmas Light Garland Dies. Take a look at my supply list (with affiliate links), … Continue reading Christmas Theme Week at Pretty Pink Posh
Welcome! I'm finally getting around to playing with some things that have been sitting in my inbox for far too long. And while I should have reached for some new Christmas things from Waffle Flower or Concord & 9th so I could wrap up my holiday cardmaking, I just couldn't resist this Forest Floor die … Continue reading Lush Forest Floor
Winter greetings! Today I'm sharing one of my favorite cards of the season so far. This simple, peaceful card features the new Birch Trees Dies from Pretty Pink Posh along with the sweetest little Holiday Birds from a previous release. Below you'll find my supply list (with affiliate links) and a brief description of how … Continue reading Peaceful Winter Scene with Pretty Pink Posh
Hello! Today, not only am I sharing this snowy shaker card featuring Altenew products, but I'll also be sharing a special discount code, at the end of this post, for a $10 discount on orders over $99 at Altenew. Plus, today is day one of their early Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale! What could … Continue reading Altenew Snow Globe Shaker
It's day 5 of the Pretty Pink Posh Instagram Hop, and I'm sharing a little snowy shaker inspiration! My card showcases all new products from the winter release, including the lovable Penguin Holder- the newest addition to the popular holder collection. He coordinates perfectly with all the new wintertime elements from the release, and I … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Instagram Hop + A Snowy Shaker Card
Hello! I have two cards I'm sharing today featuring some fabulous layering products from the latest Altenew release and I have a giveaway offer over on Instagram for my followers! I created my first card using the new Stencil Art: Flourishing Vines layering stencils. This stencil creates beautiful, highly detailed greenery for a bold and … Continue reading Altenew November Release + Giveaway
There's a frosty and festive new release over at Pretty Pink Posh, and it's packed full of winter and holiday-themed products that are truly irresistible! Just look at these pudgy, lovable Penguin Mugs. So. Much. Cuteness. I combined these cuties with a Candy Cane Stripe and a flurry of snowflakes for a festive wintertime card. … Continue reading A Frosty and Festive Pretty Pink Posh Release
Happy Halloween, friends! I couldn't resist making one more Halloween card this season, and I pulled out some Pretty Pink Posh favorites to whip up a fa-boo-lous shaker card. I used two different stencils, filled it with Spooktacular clay confetti, and finished with a Halloween Word Scene. Let's get started! PRETTY PINK POSH SUPPLIES Layered … Continue reading Trick or Treat
Hello! I'm so excited to share my latest project for my Altenew ambassadorship. This project features the stunning Aspen Sky Layering stencil, and I couldn't wait to start creating with it. I just love the unique perspective as you peer through the gorgeous foliage of this autumn tree. I added a few die-cut leaves to … Continue reading Altenew Stencil Art: Aspen Sky Layering Stencil and a Special Offer
Happy Monday! Today I'm sharing this elegant botanical beauty that I created as inspiration for the Altenew October release. I created this lush garden design using the new Creative Cuts: Enchanted Vines Die Set. I'm a huge fan of Altenew's intricate and detailed Creative Cuts collection, and this set, which reminds me of William Morris' … Continue reading Altenew October Release & Giveaway featuring Elegant Enchanted Vines
Halloween greetings, friends! It's Halloween Theme Week over at Pretty Pink Posh, which means a whole week of spooky inspiration on the blog and 15% off anything in the Halloween section! I'm sharing a fang-tastic shaker card for theme week featuring the Bat Shaker from last year's release. I combined him with some goodies from … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Halloween Theme Week
Happy World Cardmaking Day! Today is the day that we celebrate this amazing craft along with the incredible community of paper crafters that have a passion for creating homemade cards. If you've ever read my "About" page, you know that what I love most about this craft is exploring a variety of techniques, mediums, and … Continue reading Celebrating World Cardmaking Day with Concord & 9th
Hi friends! There is a new release over at Altenew filled with warm colors, crisp textures, and cozy scenes! I combined some of the new stamps, dies, and stencils to create an autumn scene bursting with seasonal colors. Check out the supply list (with affiliate links) and then watch the short reel showing how it … Continue reading Altenew Septemeber 2025 Release | Autumn Garden Friend
INSTAGRAM HOP & GIVEAWAY! It's Day 2 of the Pretty Pink Posh Instagram Hop showcasing the new collection that will surely make your holidays merry and bright! There are new stamps, dies, and stencils to kickstart your holiday crafting, and I have some festive inspiration for you featuring the new oh-so-jolly Gingerbread Shaker Dies. This adorable gingerbread man … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Holiday Instagram Hop
Today I'm sharing another STAMPtember exclusive! This limited edition Memory Box collaboration with Simon Says Stamp is so adorable; I know it won't last long! I used this set to create a frosty, wintery scene featuring one of the pudgy little penguins and gave him a snowy backdrop using the snowflakes from the set to … Continue reading Exclusive Memory Box STAMPtember 2025 Collaboration
Hi friends! The new Pretty Pink Posh holiday release is here! This release will certainly bring you joy and cheer with new stamps, dies, and stencils. I'm sharing some inspiration today featuring the new Christmas Bell Shaker Dies and the Layered Christmas Bells Stencil. I chose not to make my card into a shaker for … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Holiday 2025 Release Day
Hello, friends! It's STAMPtember, everyone's favorite crafty month, and today I'm sharing the exclusive, limited edition Pretty Pink Posh + Simon Says Stamp collaboration, Posh Roses. These floral stamps are gorgeous and so versatile; they are a great staple to have in your stash. Plus, there are coordinating dies, even for the three sweetest little … Continue reading Exclusive Pretty Pink Posh STAMPtember 2025 Collaboration
Hello! I'm so honored to be an Altenew Ambassador for the next three months! To celebrate, I have an exclusive offer for you - a free Perfect Picker on Altenew orders of $79 or more from September 17, 2025, at 12:00 am EDT to September 24, 2025, at 11:59 pm EDT! Add the Perfect Picker … Continue reading Altenew Ambassador Announcement + Pack Your Bags Creative Cuts Layering Dies
And that's a wrap! Today, I'm sharing Day 13, the final day of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween! I combined big, bold numbers and a stenciled background with a postage frame for a spooky yet whimsical design. Take a quick peek at the last reel in this series! https://videopress.com/v/kLbSQcI2?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&muted=true&persistVolume=false&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Frannow72.wordpress.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2Fday-13-1.jpg&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true SUPPLIES Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 13
It's Day 12 of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween and this quirky little card is one of my favorites from this series! Check out today's short reel to see how it all came together! https://videopress.com/v/jroBFani?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&muted=true&persistVolume=false&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Frannow72.wordpress.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2Fday-12-1.jpg&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Day 12 SUPPLIES Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween 2025 Advent CalendarBrass & Bliss Spider Web Cover PlateSpellbinders Dancin' GhostSpellbinders 13 … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 12
Hello! Welcome to Day 11 of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween! Today is another quick and easy design that still has plenty of spooky vibes for a hauntedly good Halloween card. Take a peek at today's reel and then keep scrolling for the supply list! https://videopress.com/v/TuVru5kd?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&muted=true&persistVolume=false&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Frannow72.wordpress.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2Fday-11-1.jpg&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Day 11 SUPPLIES Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween 2025 … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 11
Here we are counting down the last few days of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween! Day 10 features this spooky cute bloom that is the focal point for this quick and easy Halloween card. A creepy stenciled and stamped background along with a simple stamped sentiment completes this spooktacular card design. Check out today's short … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 10
Welcome to day 9 of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween, featuring the cutest one-eyed monster you ever did see! I just love how this one turned out with the patchwork of pinked-edged patterned papers, including one I made by stamping some text repeatedly across a square of kraft cardstock. A fussy-cut sentiment and a few … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 9
I couldn't wait to get to Day 8 of Spellbinders Craftoween because how cute is this skull mug?? I think it's wickedly cute, especially against a backdrop of cascading hearts to coordinate with those heart eyes!🖤 Take a look at today's short reel to see how it all came together, and then keep scrolling for … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 8
I'm still counting down the days of Spellbinders Craftoween and I'm on Day 7 sharing this spooky crystal ball full of magic and mischief, with a touch of sparkle! I didn't make this into a shaker, but if you add a little foam tape and some shaker bits, this project can easily be turned into … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 7
Can you believe I waited until Day 6 of Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween to make a shaker?? It wasn't planned, and I thought I would make Day 5 into a shaker for sure, but I've been letting my creativity lead the way, and Day 6 featuring the cutest costumed crew won the draw. And, … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 6
We are creepin' it real with Day 5 of Craftoween, and I think this one might be my favorite so far! The mason jar from Honey Bee Stamps never disappoints. Plus, the Simon Says Stamp Spider Web background stamp is still one of my most loved crafty Halloween things! Check out the short reel and … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 5
Welcome to Day 4 of the Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween! How adorable is this little boo? I went off script just a bit this time and used a sentiment from an older Spellbinders set because I decided not to use the slice of pizza that coordinated with today's sentiment. And, it is in fact, … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 4
It's time for Day 3 of Craftoween, friends, and I'm having a blast mixing and matching different things in my stash with each day! Check out today's short reel and the supply list below! https://videopress.com/v/uazxlkKp?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&muted=true&persistVolume=false&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Frannow72.wordpress.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2Fday-3.jpg&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true 13 Days of Craftoween Day 3 SUPPLIES Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween 2025 Advent CalendarHoney Bee Honey Cuts Lovely Layers: … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 3
Here we are at Day 2 of the spooktacular 13 Days of Craftoween from Spellbinders! I just love this little raven and wanted to play up his steampunk vibe, so I added some "gears" to the scene. I don't actually have any gear dies, so I improvised and reimagined some dies from my stash. Check … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 2
Happy Craftoween! I'm sooo excited to be sharing a series of spooky inspiration projects featuring the spectacular 13 Days of Craftoween from Spellbinders! And to share these spooky projects, I decided to dip my toe into the reel universe - just a little anxiety over here, friends! The reels aren't perfect, but I'm learning and … Continue reading 13 Days of Craftoween Day 1
Hello! I have another Pretty Pink Posh card to share with you today showcasing more of the new products from the latest Halloween release. This Candy Bucket is in full kitty custom and ready for Halloween night thanks to the new Halloween Bucket Addition Dies. I filled my bucket, of course, with spooky sweet things, … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Halloween Candy Bucket
Welcome to day 4 of the Pretty Pink Posh Instagram Hop & Giveaway! Join us for 5 days of incredible Halloween inspiration showcasing the new spooktacular collection and a chance to win a $30 gift certificate so you can jumpstart your spooky season crafting! For my inspiration project, I used the new Potion Bottle Shakers … Continue reading Pretty Pink Posh Instagram Hop + Potion Bottle Shaker Tags
Hi friends! Are you ready to start your spooky season crafting?? Pretty Pink Posh has a new Halloween release full of cute critters, fantastical designs, and some new must-have Halloween basics you'll for sure want for your crafty stash. Today, I'm sharing a card design showcasing two of the new frightfully good stamp sets: Spider … Continue reading A Spooky Cute Pretty Pink Posh Release
Hello! If you're not already a Sneak Peek Club member, the latest kit might just convince you to join! Kit #7 is a sneak Peek to the upcoming August 5th release, and if this Hibiscus Cluster Die-n-Stencil is any indicator, it's going to be a good one. This big, showy floral cluster makes a bold … Continue reading Big, Showy Tropical Hibiscus – Waffle Flower Sneak Peek Kit #7
Hi friends! Today I'm sharing my last inspiration project featuring products from Waffle Flower's Magical Christmas release! In my last Waffle Flower post, I showcased two of the new die-n-stencil sets, and for this card I used another new die-n-stencil set, the Cardinal Duo. I chose to use just one of the mirrored cardinals for … Continue reading Warm Wishes with Waffle Flower
Hello! Today I'm sharing another inspiration project I created using products from the Waffle Flower Magical Christmas release. This card features two new Die-n-Stencil sets, and I have to say, I'm obsessed! The dies can be used independently of the coloring stencils with beautiful results but the stencils eliminate the need for masks when inking … Continue reading Elegant Poinsettia Card Using Die-n-Stencil Combo Sets
Join us for Summer Theme Week, July 14th - July 20th, over at Pretty Pink Posh, where you'll find nothing but good vibes and 15% off the goodies in the Summer Section! Plus, over on the PPP blog this week, you'll find all the inspiration you need to start having some crafty fun in the … Continue reading Soak Up the Sun
Hello, and thanks for stopping by! Christmas in July is in full swing, friends, and this year, I have quite a few holiday-themed projects to share throughout the month, like this one I created with a new-to-me Pretty Pink Posh die set called Love From Afar. I paired this beautiful set with a sparkly Winter … Continue reading Peace on Earth
Happy Friday, crafty friends! I have another Christmas in July card to share with you today showcasing some of the magical new products from Waffle Flower's latest release. There are two new PC stencils available, and of course, I couldn't pass up using at least one of them to create an inspiration project this month. … Continue reading Merriest Christmas with Waffle Flower
Hi friends! Welcome to Christmas in July!In celebrating the new Waffle Flower Magical Christmas release, I’ve partnered with @waffleflowercrafts to give 1 lucky winner a $20 gift certificate to waffleflower.com! Head over to IG to get all the details and to get tons of inspiration from the designers and guest designers for the upcoming Christmas crafting season. … Continue reading A Magical Christmas in July Release and Giveaway!
Hello! I'm so honored to again be a part of the super talented Pretty Pink Posh Design Team! And to celebrate, I created a sweet summertime treat with some reimagined die cuts. Can you see mashed potatoes and gravy, a pumpkin, or a party flag? I combined all of these die cuts along with a … Continue reading Sweet Summer + Pretty Pink Posh Design Team Announcement
Hi again! Today I'm sharing a crabby card I made using products from Waffle Flower's Sneak Peek kit to the June release. The whole release is available now, but I found everything, well, almost everything, I needed to make this card in the kit. Let's take a look at the supplies I used and then … Continue reading A Crabby Card for Any Occasion
Hi, crafty friends! I have another sewing-themed card to share with you today showcasing some of the products from Waffle Flower's recent release, Quilted Hugs. It's safe to say that I'm smitten with this whole release - the little sewing notion dies, the quilted stencils, and even the punny sentiments like the one I used … Continue reading Quilted Thanks with Waffle Flower
Hello and Happy Father's Day! I'm excited to finally share this card I made for my dad featuring the Postage Collage Forest Sunset Stamp Set. This is one of five (I think) genius silhouette stamp sets from Waffle Flower's April release, Blocks of Fun. And aren't they fun? I fell in love with all of … Continue reading Forest Silhouettes for Father’s Day
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