Embossing Tips for Heat Embossing and Embossing Folders
Did you know there are two kinds of embossing? One is heat embossing where you melt emboss powders with a heat tool and the other is called dry embossing where you use a stylus and stencil or an embossing folder to create a raised design in your card stock. I used...read more
How to Show Off BOTH Sides of Your Pretty Paper on a Handmade Card
Have you ever had a piece of double-sided paper that you loved both sides so much that you just couldn’t decide which side to use? Sometimes it’s PAINFUL to put tape one side of a pretty paper only to hide it between your card layers. Using double-sided...read more
Country Floral Cards in a Rainbow of Colors!
Make beautiful cards in a rainbow of colors with the Country Floral Embossing Folder! These cards were inspired by this card I saw on Pinterest. I changed up the width of the outside border and didn’t add the extra embellishment, but I just love this because...read more
How Sweet It Is Birthday Cards
Nothing says “Happy Birthday” like a handmade card! Today I’ve got 3 sweet quick & easy birthday card ideas that you can make in a snap. All 3 cards were made with pretty papers from the How Sweet It Is Designer Series Paper pack (QUICK, grab a...read more
Add an Angle to Your Cards!
It’s no secret that I love pretty papers and there are SO MANY different ways that you can use them on your cards! Pineapple Punch card base: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″ Floral paper: 3″ x 5-1/2″ (Cut on a diagonal to make two...read more
I love the instant gratification and sense of accomplishment I get when creating a card. It’s also a great way to brighten someone else’s day. Who doesn’t love to find a handmade card in their mailbox? Whether you’re just getting started making your own cards or you’ve been making them for years, I’m here to help and encourage you to make and send more cards.
