Surf's Up! Malia's still here for a couple of days, which means lots of beach time! The waves have picked up this week and things are pumping on the North Shore. So beautiful! Friends Are Like Seashells We made this beautiful card in the Technique Class … [Read more...] about Faux Mother of Pearl Technique- Friends Are Like Seashells
Hawaii Cards
Inspired by Color- Whale of a Time
Inspired by Color- Whale of a Time Are you inspired by color? I just love this color combo!! And you can get this paper ON SALE NOW! See the complete card HERE! Each weekend I share a color palette I love to help you as you’re making cards at home. Go to my … [Read more...] about Inspired by Color- Whale of a Time
Whale of a Time- Whale Done!
Aloha Stampers! We sure have the prettiest Designer Series Papers, don't we?!! And this month we have a BIG SALE on selected Designer Series Papers! Whale of a Time is one of the Sale Papers! Living on Maui, my customers LOVE this pretty paper! And the stamp set, Whale … [Read more...] about Whale of a Time- Whale Done!
Seaside Notions Using Masking Technique
Seaside Notions Using Masking Technique Aloha Stampers! Today I have another card for you using the Masking Technique! This is a popular technique that you'll use over & over! See how the seashells are BEHIND the seahorse's tail? I did that by stamping the seahorse … [Read more...] about Seaside Notions Using Masking Technique
Aloha Beth!
Aloha Beth! One of the most difficult things about living in Hawaii is that sometimes your dearest friends move away. The biggest reason seems to be family. A really good reason. But that doesn't make it a lot easier, especially when it's my dear friend, Beth, that's … [Read more...] about Aloha Beth!
Tropical Oasis Aloha Banner
Tropical Oasis Aloha Banner Just a quick post to let you know what I've been making the last several days... I've made a banner to match my Sampler! I now have a TUTORIAL for this sampler that you can purchase for $10. It has detailed instructions and 2 videos to help … [Read more...] about Tropical Oasis Aloha Banner
Tropical Oasis Sampler
Tropical Oasis When I saw this new suite, Tropical Oasis, I knew it was going to get plenty of use from me! Perfect for Maui!! It took me several days to create this sampler. I hope you like the finished wall hanging!! It's pretty bright with the real red background, but I … [Read more...] about Tropical Oasis Sampler
Tropical Chic Gatefold Card with Tutorial
Aloha & welcome to my blog! I'm excited to offer you the first of many tutorials I'll be offering FREE on my website! This card is a Gatefold Card featuring the new Tropical Escape Suite from Stampin' Up! This suite is loaded with gorgeous papers, stamps, ribbon, & … [Read more...] about Tropical Chic Gatefold Card with Tutorial
Alaskan Achievers Blog Hop for November!
Thank you for joining us on our Alaskan Achiever's Blog Hop! Those hopping today are Stampin' Up! Demonstrators from all around the world who have achieved the prestigious Stampin' Up! Incentive trip that only a limited number around the world achieve. We will be hopping … [Read more...] about Alaskan Achievers Blog Hop for November!
Baby Framed Art
One of my dear friends is expecting a grand-baby very soon. She's requested a framed piece for baby's name... with a hula girl! I've been throwing this idea around & procrastinating for at least a month! But baby will soon be here! So yesterday I started playing around … [Read more...] about Baby Framed Art
SSINK Summer Fun
Today's theme for Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration is Summer Fun! I'm using the stamp set called Message in a Bottle which is loaded with some cute images! A mermaid, whale, octopus & more... I chose to use the boat & put it in the bottle for a more masculine … [Read more...] about SSINK Summer Fun
#GDP097 Happy Birthday Gorgeous
I'm playing along with the Global Design Project today (#GDP097). Don't you love these colors together?! Here's my card: This is the first time I used this set: Happy Birthday Gorgeous. I just love the images! This idea was CASED from Mary Anderson. I'm not sure if … [Read more...] about #GDP097 Happy Birthday Gorgeous