I was stuck without an idea in my head yesterday, so I looked for a challenge & found this one: Sketch Frenzy Friday! It gave me the idea to get started, and I was pleased with the outcome. The colors are very cheerful & I love the image from Sketched … [Read more...] about Sketch Frenzy Friday Challenge
Card for Spring
"Lucky You Live Hawaii" is a common saying over here. When I complain about the weather, it's usually that it's always sunny...never changes. If you live on the mainland, I'm sure I won't get a lot of sympathy from you!! I was inspired to make a Spring Card for a swap arranged … [Read more...] about Card for Spring
April is here!
Happy April Fool's Day! I've basically stopped playing April Fool's jokes on people. I discovered several years ago that my jokes were way too convincing and the whole thing backfired on me! Now I send flowers or cards to my employees instead! Long story... Here's the … [Read more...] about April is here!
Massive Creativity!
Yesterday Anne and I held our Step Into Spring Class. I think everyone had lots of fun! Every box turned out a little differently and they were all beautiful! Here's a little crafting chaos! We used tons of punches!! Thanks so much for everyone who attended!! We had … [Read more...] about Massive Creativity!
Twisty Treats
I'm heading over to our Step Into Spring Class! But, before I go, I want to show you the goodie bags I've prepared for the ladies. These bags were FREE with Sale-a-bration. Wish I would have ordered more of them because they were super easy to put together!! There's still … [Read more...] about Twisty Treats
Birthday in a Box!
This Card-in-a-Box might be my favorite so far! The Birthday Basics DSP is perfect for this! So bright & happy! There are so many images to choose from. Balloons, candles, numbers, party hats... I decided to make my cake from scratch! Here's the recipe: Bottom layer 1 … [Read more...] about Birthday in a Box!
Another Sale-a-Bration Card
Only 4 more days left of Sale-a-Bration! This card uses "You're Lovely" stamp set, which you can get FREE with your $50 order if you order this month. See "You're Lovely" set here. Stampin' Up makes it so simple to make elegant cards. Everything coordinates so perfectly! … [Read more...] about Another Sale-a-Bration Card
Paper Pumpkin Give-Away! FREE Card-in-a-Box plus Markers!
Sign up for Paper Pumpkin and you'll receive a surprise box in the mail each month! Everything you need is in the kit! Here's what I found in my box this month... The paper was this pretty blue design and was nice & thick. It came with 8 envelopes and these shiny liners. … [Read more...] about Paper Pumpkin Give-Away! FREE Card-in-a-Box plus Markers!
Tea for Two
My daughters and I have many fond memories of having tea together. Here's my daughter, Jenny, at tea when we were visiting York. And here's Malia, adding a little tea to her cup of milk & honey. My friend, Julie, wanted me to make a Card-in-a-Box with a "Tea" theme. … [Read more...] about Tea for Two
Stamp a Stack Samples
I'm having a Stamp-a-Stack class this Tuesday, March 25th at 2pm at my house in Haiku and I'd love for you to join me! This is what I have so far... I'm trying to decide on a 5th card, because there are just so many cute ideas out there!! Tuesday, March 25th 2pm - … [Read more...] about Stamp a Stack Samples
Happy in a Box!
Another card in a box to share with you today! I decided to take my card from yesterday a step further... It started with that big sun you see in the back and "You make me happy...". Added a few birds, clouds, some bread & jam... And I used a new stamp set, Starburst … [Read more...] about Happy in a Box!
You Make Me Happy!
I remember singing this song to my girls when they were little. We did lots of singing around our house...me playing guitar while the girls & their friends danced around (I'm talking LITTLE girls). They thought I was a rock star! My daughter, Jenny, now asks my why I … [Read more...] about You Make Me Happy!
