Sometimes it’s easy to feel like nothing we do matters, like the cards we make can’t possibly make an impact when there is so much hurt in the world. Sometimes I look at my own creations and think “It’s just a bunch of paper and some words.” Let me tell you, in that moment, I’m … More Ellee’s Joy | Cards Matter
Yesterday I tried something new. After years of watching Sandy Allnock bring stamps to life by scene building, I thought I would take the plunge and try it for myself. I have to admit, I did take a picture or two along the way because I was afraid I would mess it up, but overall … More Try Something New Tuesday | Happy Little Pig
These are old tutorials that were published on YouTube, but never my website. While the stamp set is no longer available, the techniques are still super helpful and can be applied to other stamp sets and applications. I hope this is helpful for you. Within the past year or so, Stampin’ Up! has come up with a … More Lasting Lilies Gift Set | Distinktive Stamps, Layered Stamping, and DIY Gift Box
Say hello to the Morris family. During the summer of 2019, Xenia and Joel, along with their four kids, decided to host a sibling group of three orphans from Eastern Europe. During those summer weeks, a bond was formed and it became clear that they really were all meant to be one big family. The … More Morris Family Adoption Fundraiser
There are many changes happening in my life right now – some within my control and some not. Overall, I am encouraged and hopeful as I feel these changes will bring greater health and joy to me and my family. I’m not 100% sure what things will look like here on Scraps of Encouragement. I … More Changes on the Horizon
You guys, as soon as I saw this embellishment kit, I absolutely fell in love with it! This whole suite actually makes me really happy for three reasons: #1 It’s adorable! I love snow and I love snowmen, and this guys are super cute! #2 The fact that this suite has fantastic Designer Series Paper, … More Cozy Snowman | Let it Snow Embellishment Kit
Sooo . . . aside from me being waaayyy behind, I managed to lose some of the footage from the July 2019 Paper Pumpkin alternatives video. I actually decided to just skip it, but then I realized, I might as well go ahead and share what I already made. It’s not complete, but that doesn’t … More Inspired by On My Mind | July 2019 Paper Pumpkin Alternatives
It’s fun to tuck away surprise notes in suitcases, lunchboxes, on pillow cases and in other unexpected little nooks and crannies. These small 3.25″ x 4.25″ cards are perfect for hiding little reminders that you are thinking about those you love. All of these cards were made using just a few supplies and no stamps … More Simple “Stamping” Monday | No Stamping Mini Cards
I have another card sketch challenge for you, and I’m very excited about it! For sketch challenge #002 I used elements from the Come Sail Away product suite. I loved the way the elements all came together. I could use this sketch and come up with a number of different looks using the … More SOE Sketch Challenge #002
For those of you who got the spooky September Paper Pumpkin kit, stalk your mailman. Your box of happy is on it’s way! In the meantime, I just got a tiny peek of the October AND November kits, and I can’t wait! Paper Pumpkin is really just crushing it with their kits this year! Be … More Winter Wonders from Paper Pumpkin
