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
Hawaii Cards
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
#SSINKTC47 Technique Challenge: Ink, Spray, Smash
Today we have a fun Technique Challenge for you!! Stampin' Up! recently added Glossy Cardstock to the catalog, so we decided on a challenge that uses it. It was easy & fun & the results are so pretty!! I think you're okay without the gloves. Here's what I … [Read more...] about #SSINKTC47 Technique Challenge: Ink, Spray, Smash
#SSINKCC47 Mermaid Colors
Today the Stylin' Stampin' INKspriation Team has a COLOR CHALLENGE for you! #SSINKCC47 This Magical Mermaid jumped out of my closet to play!! This set has such fun, gorgeous images!! Here's what I came up with: Perfect for watercoloring. I painted over the Melon … [Read more...] about #SSINKCC47 Mermaid Colors
Banner Day!
If you've been following my blog, you know I love banners! Colorful...inspiring sayings...fun art! I recently made an Aloha Banner. I chose the Eastern Palace Specialty Designer Series Paper basically because I wanted to use that beautiful shiny pattern for the … [Read more...] about Banner Day!
May Cards, Etc. Class
Time to sign up for my May Cards, Etc. Class! I've got 2 dates to choose from: Saturday, May 27 at 2 pm or Monday, May 29 at 10 am We'll make 3 different cards with matching envelopes and a 3-D item Cost is just $10 or FREE with your $20 order placed that … [Read more...] about May Cards, Etc. Class
Pineapple Mahalo for SSINK Color Challenge #45
I grew up on Oahu and had acres and acres of pineapples growing right behind my house in Waipio Valley. I remember chasing around those fields after school with my dog running beside me. And they're easy to grow! Every time I buy a pineapple & just stick the top in the … [Read more...] about Pineapple Mahalo for SSINK Color Challenge #45
#SSINKCC40 Pineapple in the Window
Stylin' Stampin' INKspriation has a Color Challenge today! And I'm loving these colors!! Old Olive. Flirty Flamingo. Sahara Sand. I haven't made a Window Card in a while, & they're one of my favorites! So I went for a Hawaiian Window Theme. I'll list the … [Read more...] about #SSINKCC40 Pineapple in the Window