My hubby, Don, called down to my office and told me we had to fix the WiFi at one of our house watch accounts. Ok. We are not the Cable people but we are pretty good at figuring out general problems. Don is always up for a challenge. When we got to the house, the owner was out … [Read more...] about Creating an Impromptu Birthday Gift
Tools
A Bag die, a punch, and a giant paperclip
I love my Big Shot. I wonder how many posts I have mentioned this fact. I probably use this tool at least once a day. Today, I have for you, a mini treat bag with a clip. Better known as a bag die, a punch, and a giant paperclip. I used this clip as a fun bookmark for my Mom's … [Read more...] about A Bag die, a punch, and a giant paperclip
Another sneak peek
I have been busy putting Catalog packets together for customers who have purchased Online from me in the last 6 Months and in person. I'm using New stamps, punch, In-color Berry Burst ribbon, C.S., Tranquil Tide ink and C.S. I used our new watercolor pencils-so amazing and very … [Read more...] about Another sneak peek
Stock up on Adhesives during Sale-A-Bration
I know you know that you can lots of freebies during Sale-A-Bration. You also know that those freebies happen only during Sale-A-Bration. I've heard from some of my customers that they really don't need anything right now. Here is a scenario: Come April 1st, SAB will be over and … [Read more...] about Stock up on Adhesives during Sale-A-Bration
A Chicken Window Card and video
I realized I have not made a video on my YouTube channel in a very long time. Yikes. So, I got busy today. Normally I take 3 videos, sometimes 5 because of serious blurbs and mishaps, or interruptions. I choose the best and spend 3 -5 hours editing-especially if its been a long … [Read more...] about A Chicken Window Card and video
Lift Me Up cards
Today, I have three fun 4" x 4" cards made with the new Lift me Up stamps and SALE-A-BRATION Carried Away DSP. It's time to get inspired. These are just so much fun to make and I know they will be great to send. The DSP is cut 3-3/4" x 3-3/4" and the White stamped card is … [Read more...] about Lift Me Up cards
Hugs and Kisses
Hugs and Kisses. I could use some right now. This past Wednesday, I found my 87 yr-old Mother-In-Law on the floor. We happened to stop by unannounced after helping a client with furniture in the city. Virginia may have been laying there 24-36 hrs. Diagnosed as a Massive Stroke, … [Read more...] about Hugs and Kisses
Countdown 2 Christmas-Day 2
Today, I have for you a unique box that I haven't shown to you before. It's the Cutie Pie box. Yes, it's one that I had to have and realized I hadn't used it yet. Does this hold true for you as well? It's so cute. Who wouldn't like getting this filled with candy or cash. Here … [Read more...] about Countdown 2 Christmas-Day 2
In Everything, Give Thanks
Sometimes, I get that crafty, gotta design feeling, RIGHT NOW feeling. That feeling was in full force last evening until about 1:15AM. I was past the Halloween feeling and needed to just create a card. One that was of my own design and not a "cased" idea. This is one of those … [Read more...] about In Everything, Give Thanks
Autumn Luminaire Tutorial
Isn't this fun? You want one don't you? It's time for a tutorial for you. Start with a piece of Pumpkin Pie C.S. cut to 8 1/8" x 4 1/4" Score on long side 2", 4", 6", 8" Score on Short side 2" You will need the Detailed Floral Thinlits to cut out the stencil. When … [Read more...] about Autumn Luminaire Tutorial