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Category Archives: cards
November Paper Pumpkin {& a CASE’d Thanks}
Once again, I was thrilled to open my red box from Paper Pumpkin this month, and inside I found everything I needed to make four of these cute cards. And, of course, after making the four cards, I still had … Continue reading
Gift Tag Set (for Giving!)
Every few months, I spend an afternoon making tags, usually birthday and thanks, so that when I need to wrap a gift or just dress up a plant or treat-filled jar, I can do so easily. THis time of year, … Continue reading
Cookie Exchange Invitation
One of my favorite holiday traditions is hosting a cookie exchange. It’s a simple premise, doesn’t require much preparation, and, most of all, gives me a chance to catch up with friends over Saturday morning coffee. I try to plan … Continue reading
Ornament Keepsakes Card
I know, I know…it’s only November and here I am, posting a Christmas card. But, in my defense, I just want to give you time to order the supplies just in case this is your perfect Christmas card! I’m considerate … Continue reading
Wahoo…September’s Paper Pumpkin!
I know, I know…I’ve told you before (several times) how much I love Stampin’ Up!’s monthly subscription kits, Paper Pumpkin. But this month is definitely my favorite so far. Probably. These kits are so well-designed that I usually just make … Continue reading
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Simple Embellished Tin for Notecards
Drat those marketing people at Michaels, putting the $1 items right by the checkout, so while you’re waiting in line, you’re still shopping! I can’t resist the notecards, even though I make my own cards as a rule. I buy … Continue reading
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Butterflies and Newsprint
I was looking for a slightly different color combination, and came up with Certainly Celery, Tempting Turquoise, and Calypso Coral. I have a really hard time using Calypso Coral and wanted to incorporate it. I also thought combing the black … Continue reading
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Epic Day Designer Series Paper and New Stamps
Have I mentioned how much I love the new Epic Day DSP from Stampin’ Up!? Yeah, I thought so. And the This’n’That notebook and the washi tape and the rotary stamp and the stickers that go with it? Okay, then. … Continue reading
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Shadow Words Photo Gift
First, let me say, GI Joe, stop reading now, assuming you’re actually reading my posts. And my dad and father-in-law shouldn’t read it, either, but I’m pretty certain they don’t. Here we go again…I saw this on Pinterest a while … Continue reading
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