Sometimes I get stuck. I sit down at my craft desk to create and it’s as though all the creative channels in my brain are closed off for repairs. Does this ever happen to you? When I get stuck, I try to find inspiration from Pinterest, a card sketch, or some kind of card making … More SOE Sketch Challenge #001
The May 2019 Paper Pumpkin kit was one of my favorites, but what if you missed out on the kit and fell in love with the cards like I did. This is your guide to creating cards with a similar look and feel using products from the 2019-2020 annual catalog, featuring the Bird Ballad suite. … More Inspired by Hugs from Shelli |May 2019 Paper Pumpkin Tutorial
Joseph Goode served our country in the United States Air Forces in WWII. He has seen our country through the Great Depression, Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, sending humans to the moon, new inventions like color TV, computers and cell phones just to name a few. It’s safe to say that Mr. Goode has seen … More Let’s Make it a Year of Cards | 100-Year-Old WWII Vet’s Birthday Request
The July 2019 is coming and you DON’T want to miss out. Here’s what we know about what’s in store . . . … More On My Mind from Paper Pumpkin
I thought it would be fitting to make a few nautical cards for Simple Stamping Monday. The Sailing Home stamp set is really perfect for quick and easy or beginner cards. The sentiments and images are so beautiful and detailed that they can really stand on their own. This would be a perfect set to use to make a set of cards to gift to a friend as well. … More Weathered Sailing | Simple Stamping Monday
It’s fun to look through a brand new catalog to see all of the new stamp sets, embellishments, dies and more, but did you know the catalog is an amazing idea book that can get your creative juices flowing?! This was the case for me with the A Little Lace bundle. I really like this stamp … More The Catalog is More than a Shopping Tool | A Little Lace Tutorial
Have you had a chance to check out all of the wonderful new goodies in the brand new catalog? There are so many great things it’s hard to decide where to begin. I know my wishlist is ridiculously long! Here are a few tips to help you work your way through the new catalog and come … More Step-By-Step Guide for the New Stampin’ Up! Catalog | It’s HERE!!!
As I shared in my Paper Pumpkin unboxing this month, I totally love this kit. Because of that, it was difficult for me to sacrifice some of the cards for alternatives, but I’m so glad I did. I think in general, that’s been my biggest take home this past month. Don’t be afraid to try … More Hugs From Shelli Alternatives | May 2019 Paper Pumpkin Tutorial
Without a doubt the number one must have supply for making cards is . . . paper! In today’s lesson, we’re going to talk all about the different types of paper, basic paper measurements, what paper to use when, and more! If you have any qestions as you watch, feel free to leave a comment … More It All Starts with Paper
I was so excited when my Stampin’ Up! package arrived that I did something totally out of character for me. I stopped right in the middle of my son’s math lessons to peek at what was inside. My husband has been very interested in sailing for the past few years. It’s his dream to travel … More The Stronghold of My Life
