Sunday, December 15, 2013
PCS - December 2013 ~ Naturally Winter
Winters frigid days have crept in while our attentions were focused on the gift-giving holiday. Soon our surroundings will be transformed from brightly-colored holiday lights to neutral colors of the winter season.
Our December issue celebrates beautifully muted colors of the season. The bases of the projects are inspired by woody bark and snow-covered, leaf-less trees. Insert a splash of color from the winter cardinal, glistening snowflakes or sparkling icicles and you have a “Naturally Winter” issue.
In this issue you will find nature-favored greeting cards, winter linen bags, snowman-survival kits and the "Collections Container" template of the month.
Here is a sneak peek of my card. Head on over to the Paper Crafter Sampler and see the other sneak peeks and pick up your copy today.
Monday, November 11, 2013
PCS - November 2013 ~ A Merry Season
The November issue of the Sampler has arrived. This month we prepare for "A Merry Season" with project ideas for the Christmas Holiday.
Here is a sneak peek of my card. Head on over to the Paper Crafter Sampler and see the other sneak peeks and pick up your copy today.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
PCS Ocotber 2013 ~ Abundant Thanks
Thanksgiving will soon be upon us. Time to reflect on all things we are grateful and thankful for. It’s that yearly tradition of getting together with family and friends, toasting your blessings.
This October issue, “Abundant Thanks”, offers project ideas for celebrating Thanksgiving. Inside this issue you’ll find seasonal holiday banners, table settings, gift ideas and of course, beautiful hand-made cards.
This month's exclusive template is the horn of plenty.
Take a look at my project below. Do you want to see more? Head on over to Paper Crafters Sampler and see the other samples.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
PCS-September ~ Greetings a Brewing
Ghastly greetings Sampler friends. The September issue, Greetings a Brewing, has arrived. This month we highlight Halloween. Inside this issue you'll find a variety of Halloween greetings covered with pumpkins, witches, skeletons and more.
This month we have the PCS Ghoulie Hand with Treat template. A wickedly fresh twist on offering up some sweet treats for your goblins and ghouls.
Below is a peek at my Halloween project.
Head on over to PCS and look at the other projects and pick up this month's issue.
Thank you,
Karen
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Merry Christmas Card
Here is a card I made using the new Expressions Thinlits Dies in the Holiday Catalog. If you have not heard the trick with the thinlit dies; use a sheet of wax paper between the die and cardstock and use your paper-piercing tool on the back side of the die to help pop out the cut-out.
On this card, I layered the Merry on the card front with Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive. I wanted to give it a different look. This card is a good way to use up some scraps from the Season of Style Designer Series Paper Stack for the tags and for the inside of the card.
This is a little new for me but this is one of the simplest Christmas cards I have made in awhile. I guess I could not leave it that way; to me it looked like it was missing something. I went back to the card and embossed the crumb cake layer but I trimmed it wrong and I had to change the card base around and added another layer. Look below.
I do like the crumb cake layer embossed but I don't think you have to add the additional layer. I do like the Old Olive Card base with the Cherry Cobbler Ribbon.
Let me know what you think!
Thanks for stopping by,
Karen
Friday, September 6, 2013
O' Holy Night Square Card
Here's a card I made using the O' Holy Night Stamp, Festive Flurry Stamp/Framelits and the Winter Frost Designer Series Paper Stack from the Holiday Catalog. This card is a 5-1/2" x 5-1/2" square card.
Color Combo: Island Indigo, Pool Party, Smoky Slate, Whisper White
Let me know what you think!
Thanks for looking!
Karen
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Altered Mini Composition Book-Swallowtail Butterfly
Front |
Back |
Let me know what you think!
Thanks,
Karen
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Acrylic Post-It Note Holder-Swallowtail Butterfly
If you need more information on how to make these, you can take a look at the one I made last year.
Let me know what you think!
Thanks for stopping by,
Karen
Monday, September 2, 2013
Christmas Six-Sided Sampler Card
1st card |
2nd Card |
Here's a couple cards I made the other day. This was the first time I played with the Six-Sided Sampler and Hexagon Punch. I have seen so many great cards using this stamp set. I wanted to use it to make a Christmas Card. I started with a piece of Crumb Cake and layer it with the hexagons. After I finished the 1st card, I realized the patterns did not line up correctly and it was driving me crazy, so I sat down and made another one. I changed the card base and added another layer.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks for stopping by,
Karen
Stamps: Six-Sided Sampler (C#130956, pg 125), Warmth & Wonder - Holiday Hostess Stamp Set (C#131883, pg 39)
Punches/Dies: Hexagon Punch (# 130919, pg 180), Extra-Large Oval (C#119859, pg 182),
Paper: Very Vanilla (#101650, pg 145), Crumb Cake (#120953, pg 145), Raspberry Ripple (#126842, pg 141), Old Olive (#100702, pg 143)
Ink: Crumb Cake Ink (#126975, pg 145), Old Olive (#126953, pg 143), Raspberry Ripple (#126859, pg 141),
Accessories: Crochet Trim Ribbon (#118481, pg 173), Homemade Shimmer Spray
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175)
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Butterfly Bundle Save 15% off
Bitty Punch |
Papillion Potpourri Stamp Set |
Dates: August 29-September 30, 2013
Offer: Get 15 percent off when you buy this bundled butterfly stamp set and punch!
Bundle Item | Page in Catalog | Description | Retail Price | 15% Savings Price | Amount Saved! |
135311
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90
183 |
Butterfly Bundle (Clear-Mount)
Papillion Potpourri Clear-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch |
$30.90
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$26.27
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$4.63
|
135312 | 90 183 | Butterfly Bundle (Wood-Mount) Papillion Potpourri Wood-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch | $34.90 | $29.67 | $5.23 |
If you have not gotten the Papillion Potpourri Stamp Set and Bitty Butterfly Punch yet, now is the time to save 15% off when you buy them together.
Let me know if you have any questions,
Karen
September Best of 25 years Autumn
September Best of 25 Years Autumn Stamp Set
For our 25-year anniversary, we’re bringing back some of our favorite stamp images from the last quarter century and combining them into 12 sets, which will release—one set per month—during 2013. Even better, along with some great classic images, each “Best of” set will also include a never-before-seen image*!
September: Best Of Autumn
August: Best of Halloween.
July: Best of Shelli
June: Best of Greetings
April: Best of Butterflies
March: Best of Flowers
February: Best of Love
January: Best of Birthdays
While we are releasing just one Best of stamp set per month, all of the Best of sets will be available until March 31, 2014.
As a special incentive to collect the Best of stamps, we're including a collector's card and 25-year proof of purchase sticker with every Best of set. Collect six stickers, and send it in to redeem a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95! Free sets must be redeemed no later than April 30, 2014.
Don't forgot you can place your orders on the left-side bar or send me an email if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Karen
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Best of Halloween Stamp Card
Here's a quick Halloween Card I made using the Best of Halloween Stamp Set. This stamp set has some of of favorite Halloween Images, they are just a little smaller than the original stamp set. I also used the new Witches' Brew Designer Series Paper - I think this is the only time I use the Summer Starfruit Ribbon I got free a few months back. I find this color hard to use but I do like it for Halloween. Below is a different angle of the card.
I used card sketch 168 from Pals Paper Arts.
Inside of Card |
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Best of Halloween (C#134381), That's a Ticket (C#128075, pg 33)
Punches/Dies: Tasteful Trim Die (# 120893, pg 192), 2-3/8" Circle Punch (#118874, pg 182), 1-3/4" Circle Punch (#119850, pg 182) Ticket Duo Builder Punch (#126883, pg 180)
Paper: Very Vanilla (#101650, pg 145), Pumpkin Pie (#105117, pg 143), Basic Black (#121045, pg 145), Basic Gray (#121044, pg 145) Witches' Brew Designer Series Paper (#132185, HC pg 21)
Ink: StazOn Jet Black Ink (#101406, pg 165), Versa Mark (#102283, pg 165), Basic Black (#126980, pg 145), Black Stampin Emboss Powder (#109133, pg 167), Pumpkin Pie (#126945, pg 143), Summer Starfruit (#126991, pg 141)
Accessories: 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (#126846, pg 173), Homemade Shimmer Spray
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175)
Thursday, August 22, 2013
UNDEFINED-STAMP CARVING
Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn't find the perfect image? Maybe you have a special family logo or a sketch you would like to have as a stamp. Well now you can! Undefined is Stampin' Up!'s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.
When you carve your very own stamp, you will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!
How exactly do you carve a stamp? Watch the video for a tutorial.
Intrigued? We know you want to get your hands on the kit and start carving your own masterpieces. Here are the item numbers you'll need (you may want to add a refill kit on your first order)
When you carve your very own stamp, you will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!
How exactly do you carve a stamp? Watch the video for a tutorial.
Intrigued? We know you want to get your hands on the kit and start carving your own masterpieces. Here are the item numbers you'll need (you may want to add a refill kit on your first order)
Item #
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Description
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Price
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133402
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Undefined Stamp Carving Kit
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$19.95
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134808
| Undefined Refill Kit |
$9.95
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124236
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Clear-Mount Cling Foam*
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$10.95
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*Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks in the kit.
Included in the Stamp Carving Kit:
2 carving tools
3" x 4" rubber
3" x 4" foam
4 wood blocks (various sizes)
1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
3 postcards
Instruction sheet
Stamp image templates
3" x 4" rubber
3" x 4" foam
4 wood blocks (various sizes)
Instruction sheet
Express your personality, thoughts, feelings, etc. with a stamp you've carved all on your own!
If you have any questions, leave me a comment or send me an email.
Thank you,
Karen
If you have any questions, leave me a comment or send me an email.
Thank you,
Karen
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
BEST OF 25 YEARS STAMPS
The September Best of Autumn Stamp Set is available to purchase.
As part of our 25-year anniversary celebration, we're bringing back some of our favorite stamp images from the last quarter century and combining them into 12 sets, which will release-one set per month-during 2013. Even better, along with some great classic images, each "Best of" set will also include a never-before-seen image!
September: Best Of Autumn
August: Best of Halloween.
July: Best of Shelli
June: Best of Greetings
April: Best of Butterflies
March: Best of Flowers
February: Best of Love
January: Best of Birthdays
While we are releasing just one Best of stamp set per month, all of the Best of sets will be available until March 31, 2014.
As a special incentive to collect the Best of stamps, we're including a collector's card and 25-year proof of purchase sticker with every Best of set. Collect six stickers, and send it in to redeem a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95! Free sets must be redeemed no later than April 30, 2014.
Don't forgot you can place your orders on the left-side bar or send me an email if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Karen
SINGLE STAMPS -- NEW HOLIDAY COLLECTION!
A new, holiday-themed collection of single stamps is now available! The holidays will be here before you know it, and these holiday-themed single stamps may be just what the budget-conscious stamper needs. There are eight different stamps to choose from, six of which coordinate with Framelits dies or punches.
Details:
- These stamps are available on any order type-customer, workshop, or online.
- You can find the stamp item numbers on the flyer.
- Single stamps can be ordered in the online store.
- These won't be sent in our typical cases or packaging; they'll be packaged in cello bags. If you'd like a case for your stamp, you can buy our Clear-Mount Stamp Cases that come in packs of four (item 119105).
- This offer is available for clear-mount stamps only.
- The stamps won't come with a Clear-Mount Block, and you'll need to buy a block separately if you don't already have one. The recommended block sizes can be found on the flyer.
- There's no limit on how many pieces you can buy.
- These holiday-themed stamps are only available through January 31, 201, so get them while you can!
These stamps are available now. You can place your order on the left-side bar or send me an email if you have questions.
Thanks again,
Karen
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Retake - Special Season Christmas Card
This is very similar to the card I posted yesterday. To be honest this was the first card I made. With this card I used the Naturals Ivory paper and lightly sponged over the paper with Baked Brown Sugar to make it a little darker. I used a retired Old Olive Craft Ink to stamp and emboss in Iridescent Ice Emboss Powder. If you don't have a Old Olive Craft Ink Pad, you can ink the stamp first in VersaMark Ink than the Old Olive Classic Ink before stamping your image. Instead of using the Deco Label Framelits, I used the Oval Accent Bigz Clear Die to mat behind the tree. I can't decide on which one I like better.
Leave a comment and let me know what you think.
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Special Season (C#131769, HC pg 29),
Punches/Dies: Oval Accent Bigz Clear (#127005, pg 192), Apothecary Accents Framelits (#127003, pg 187)
Paper: Natural Ivory (#101849, pg 156), Old Olive (#100702, pg 143), Chocolate Chip (#102128, pg 145), Cherry Cobbler (#119685, pg 149), Season of Style DSP Stack, (#132181, pg 22)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Marker, Old Olive (#126953, pg 143), Old Olive Craft Ink - (Retired)
Accessories: Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding Ribbon (#120992, pg 173), Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack - (#126187, pg 179), Iridescent Ice (#101930, pg 167)
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175)
Monday, August 12, 2013
Special Season goes Vintage
Inside of Card |
If you have any questions, leave a comment or send me an email.
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Special Season (C#131769, HC pg 29),
Punches/Dies: Deco Labels Collections Framelits (#130102, pg 186), Apothecary Accents Framelits (#127003, pg 187)
Paper: Natural Ivory (#101849, pg 156), Old Olive (#100702, pg 143), Chocolate Chip (#102128, pg 145), Cherry Cobbler (#119685, pg 149), Season of Style DSP Stack, (#132181, pg 22)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Marker, Old Olive (#126953, pg 143), Gold Metallic Encore Pad (#132141, HC pg 28)
Accessories: Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon (#120999, pg 173), Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack - (#126187, pg 179), Gold Embossing Powder (#109129, pg 167)
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175)
Sunday, August 11, 2013
PCS August 2013 ~ Prelude to Fall
The August issue of the Sampler has arrived. Inside you'll find project ideas to get started for upcoming fall, mixing the earthy tones of nature with the bright get-up-and-go hues for back to school.
This month's template is the Jumbo Pencil Box.
Below is a look at what I made. Head on over to Paper Crafters Sampler and check out the other projects for this month.
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Mojo Monday Sketch 305
Here's a card that I came up with using this week's Mojo Sketch #305. I could not make up my mind on what stamp set to use. I pulled out the Field Flowers Stamp Set, I can't believe that I have not used this stamp set yet. It is not new, I just waited to make sure it was not going to retire and got it this spring. I have loved so many cards made this stamp set. The flowers are made using the two-step Stamping process. I first stamped with Crisp Cantaloupe and than Calypso Coral (the Calypso, I stamped on my mat first than stamp over the Crisp Cantaloupe so it was not as bright). I cut out my flowers and sponged with baked brown sugar. I lightly covered the flowers with my glue pen and added some Dazzling Diamonds Glitter. The watermark spots I added using the Gorgeous Grunge Stamp Set.
Let me know what you thing, leave a comment.
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Field Flowers Stamp Set (#122762, pg 67) "Teeny Tiny Wished stamp set (W#128748, pg 44), Gorgeous Grunge stamp Set (#130517, pg 109)
Punches/Dies: Word Window Punch (#119857, pg 180), Modern Label Punch (#119849, pg 181),
Paper: Very Vanilla (#115318, pg 145), Baked Brown Sugar (#131296, pg 141), Venetian Romance DSP (#130144, pg 153)
Ink: Baked Brown Sugar (#131174, 141), Pistachio Pudding (#131177, pg 141), Crisp Cantaloupe (#131176, pg 141), Calypso Coral (#126983, pg 147)
Accessories: Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack (#126187, pg 179), Stampin Pierce Mat (#126199, pg 179), Paper-Piercing Tool (#126189, pg 179), Dazzling Diamonds Glitter (#102023, pg 166), Homemade Shimmer Spray, Crochet Trim (#118481, pg 173), Pearl Basic Jewels (#119247, pg 171)
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175), Sticky Strip (#104294, pg 175)
Simply Sketched Christmas Card
I am not sure about you, I love the New Holiday Catalog but was not happy with the selection of Christmas Stamp Sets. There are not a lot of my style stamp sets. I know I may need to change my style but I find that if I am not crazy about a stamp it is hard for me to be creative with that stamp. I have bought enough of popular stamps because I see some great samples. Of course I know it is not my style and it will sit on my shelf until it retires. I am trying not to do that this year.
This year, I am looking through my stamps and see what Christmas Cards I can create using some non-Christmas stamp sets, like the card above. If you have not noticed the Simply Sketched Hostess Stamp Set in the Big Catalog, pg 205. You should really take a look at it. I love that stamp set. If you like to watercolor a little, this is your stamp. I am not sure the name of the branch image, but I saw berries and I thought, oh I will color those red and make that a Christmas branch. I stamped the image twice in Gold Ink and Embossed with the Gold Embossing powder. The button is from the Very Vintage Designer Buttons that I inked and embossed with Gold. I had to include the new Baked Brown Sugar Ruffle Stretch Trim - (I love this ribbon and the new in-colors). Lately I have been sponging my edges with the Baked Brown Sugar instead of my old stand-by Soft Suede. It is just a little lighter in color than the Soft Suede but I think it gives it a nice hue. Below is a look at the inside.
Now don't get me wrong, I did purchase some Christmas Stamps from the new Holiday Catalog. In the next couple days I will be showing you a card using the "Special Season" Stamp from the Holiday Catalog. I am not sure how many people purchased this stamp set but I liked it (I also usually pick the stamp set that is less popular and it does not carry over.) :o(
I also used this sketch from Paper Craft Crew Card Sketch Challenge. I usually save card sketches to my pinterest board so they are in one place.
If you have any questions, leave a comment or send me an email.
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Simply Sketched Hostess Stamp Set (#129672, pg 205) "Delightful Dozen" stamp set (C#122652, pg 27), "Petite Pairs" stamp set (C#122497, pg 73)
Punches/Dies: Word Window Punch (#119857, pg 180), Modern Label Punch (#119849, pg 181), Circles Collections Framelits (#130911, pg 186), Window Frame Collection Framelits (#129021, pg 186), Square Lattice Embossing Folder (#119976, pg 191, Fancy Fan (#127751, pg 191)
Paper: Natural Ivory (#101849, pg 156), Cherry Cobbler (#119685, pg 149), Old Olive (#100702, pg 143), Baked Brown Sugar (#131296, pg 141)
Ink: Baked Brown Sugar (#131174, 141), Old Olive (#126953, pg 143), Cherry Cobbler (#126966, pg 149), Gold Metallic Encore Pad (#132141, HC pg 28)
Accessories: Festive Paper-Piercing Pack (#127857, pg 179), Stampin Pierce Mat (#126199, pg 179), Very Vintage Designer Buttons, (#129327, pg 169), Baked Brown Sugar Ruffle Stretch Trim (#130022, pg 173), Gold Stampin Emboss Powder (#109129, pg 167), Homemade Shimmer Spray
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175), Sticky Strip (#104294, pg 175)
Friday, August 9, 2013
Truly Grateful Masculine Birthday Card
Hello All - I know it has been a while since I have posted a card. I am sorry, I have been a little busy with family life, which has made it hard for me to create. I don't want to bore you with the details but I think I am starting to get my creative ideas coming again and have a little time to create and post. Anyway. I have three different post schedule for the next few days (two Christmas ones). I hope to continue to create and post. If you have any questions please send me an email or leave a comment. If you want to place an order please, click on the link on the left sidebar or give me a call. I am not sure if anyone is interested but I can start to have a Mystery Hostess / Hostess Code each week or every other week. Just let me know if you are interested. If you are not sure on what this is, please let me know. I will be happy to give more information. Well enough talk look below at what I made a week ago.
Here's a card that I made using the new Truly Grateful Stamp Set in the New Holiday Catalog. Instead of making it into a Thanksgiving card, I made a Teen Boy Birthday Card. I was totally inspired by Jan Tink's Card, which can be found here. She is truly gifted. You can look at the inside below.
If you have any questions, leave a comment or send me an email.
Thanks for looking,
Karen
Stamps: Truly Grateful (C#131733, HC pg 19), "Label Love" stamp set (C#122552, pg 33), "Delightful Dozen" stamp set (C#122652, pg 27)
Punches: Artisan Label Punch (#130920, pg 181)
Paper: Very Vanilla (#115318, pg 145), Soft Sky (#131203, pg 147), Chocolate Chip (#102128, pg 145), Sweater Weather Designer Series Paper (HC#132184, pg 18)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic (#126979 pg 145),
Accessories: Naturals Designer Buttons (#127554, pg 169), Candy Dots Neutrals (#130934, pg 171), Linen Thread (#104199, pg 173)
Adhesives: Stampin Dimensionals (#104430, pg 175)
Thursday, July 11, 2013
PCS - July 2013 ~ Sand & Sea
Get ready for some 'cool' summer projects.
Summer is here and it's time to head for the beach. A time for saltwater, digging for seashells in the surf and building sand castles.
In case you're not interested in getting sand between your toes, or wonder what brushed against your leg beneath the waves, then you'11love the July issue.
"Sand and Sea" offers an array of beach and sea loving projects. You'll find mini beach totes, colorful sunsets, salt-water taffy containers and images of marine life and seashells.
This month's template is Calypso the Seahorse.
Head on over to Paper Crafter Samplers and see the other projects. Below is a little peak at my project.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
PCS - June - 2013 - Sweet Liberty
It's a red, white, blue theme for the month of June. Stars, stripes and fun 'Sweet Liberty' themed table decor. Great projects for July 4th, Memorial Day, Veterans Day or flag day. Head on over to the Paper Crafters Sampler and see the other great projects for July 4th.
The template of the month is the "Simply Starry" favor box.
Below is a sneak peek at my project.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
PCS-May ~ Tribute to Dad
It won't be long before Father's day is here, and that's just what the May issue of the Sampler is all about. This month we focus on that special guy in our lives who offers his wisdom and more importantly, keeps the lawn mowed.
This month's exclusive template is a "Showcase Rowboat".
So head on over to the Paper Crafters Sampler and take a look at all the other great projects. Below is a little peek at my project.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
PCS - Apri 2013 ~ Tribute to Mom
The April issue of the Sampler is here. This month we offer a "Tribute to mom" in preparation for up coming mother's day.
For all those band-aids, Saturday morning pancakes and finding matching socks for school.
Here's to those wives, sisters, aunts and women who nourished and cared for their loved ones.
Project in this Mother's day issue contain beautiful floral greeting cards and tea caddy.
The exclusive template this month is the "Dynasty Decanter".
A preview of my project is below, so what are you waiting for head on over to Paper Crafters Sampler and get this month's issue.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
PCS MARCH 2013 - Garden Gate
The March issue of the Sampler is here. This month we celebrate the arrival of Spring and the beauty it brings to our gardens. This months' template is a Stampers Garden Caddy. Dress up this Garden Caddy with your crafting supplies or fill with Spring goodies.
Below is a peek at my Garden Gate Project. Head on over to Paper Crafters Sampler and take a look at the other projects.
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