This terrific trio of tags was created using a new kit that contains everything you need to make loads of gift tags with stamps, stencils and dies. Visit the Simon Says Stamp blog to learn more.
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Non-Traditional Color Combos for Christmas Cards
For the last few years I’ve noticed for many Holidays that “different” colors are being used more and more. By this I mean non-traditional colors for instance using pastels for Halloween instead of orange and black or bright retro colors … Read More ...
12 Handmade Santa Christmas Card Ideas
Santa and Mrs. Claus are singing Carols on this pretty card from Deborah. The heat embossed snowflake background adds some subtle texture and sparkle. I spotted this design on the My Favorite Things blog.
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12 Snowman Holiday and Christmas Card Ideas
This little trio of snowmen and a penguin are so cute sitting in a snow covered meadow. Isn’t Marie’s no-line coloring simply gorgeous!? Visit the Hello Bluebird blog for a closer look at their new Holiday release.
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12 Christmas Tree Card Ideas using Stamps and Dies
This stunning card uses a no-line coloring technique with watercolor on some adorable stamps from Mama Elephant. Visit the K. Werner Designs blog for a video tutorial.
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Mixed Media Christmas Cards
If you’ve got someone really special on your Holiday list and you want to go all out on their Christmas card and really Wow them this year try creating a layered mixed media card. These two amazing card designs from … Read More ...
Learn How to Embroider Stamps
Did you know that you can used your stamps as patterns for sewing and embroidery? Well, you can! First stamp the image on muslin fabric in a lighter colored ink, one that won’t interfere with the finished project but dark … Read More ...
12 Holiday Poinsettia Card Ideas
This stunning card has dark red stamped poinsettias on a flat shaker card filled with shiny sequins. Visit the Crafty Merkari for a closer look.
Using pretty Winter florals and botanicals on your handmade Holiday cards brings a beautiful, colorful … Read More ...
16 Autumn Thank You Card Ideas using Stamps, Stencils and Dies
This pretty card from Yana has a ring of layering stenciled leaves and a sweet stamped sentiment in the center. Watch a video tutorial on the Yana Smakula blog.
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6 Quick and Easy Card Ideas using Pattern Papers
Do you “hoard” pattern papers? I know I do. I guess sometimes I think they are too pretty to use, I’m not sure what to do with them or I’m waiting for that really special card project to use them … Read More ...
12 Foiled Holiday and Christmas Card Ideas
This stunning card has a foiled patterned background and foiled sentiment with a beautiful stamped and colored poinsettia. Lounon shares step by step directions on the Crafty Meraki blog.
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12 Autumn Pumpkin Card Making Ideas
This beautifully card features pumpkins and other gourds piled up in a rustic cart. Bobbi die cut and colored with Copic markers for a very realistic look. Visit the Honey Bee Stamps blog for more details.
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Halloween Interactive Diorama Card
At first glance you might think this photo was taken in black and white but it’s not! Marine used monochromatic shades of black, grays and white to color in her amazing interactive diorama Halloween card. She create the base of … Read More ...
13 DIY Halloween Treat Bags and Boxes Ideas
This charming treat holder is made from black cardstock with a large “pocket” to hold the candy and is decorated with cute stamps on a tag, along with a doily, pattern papers and a die cut bow. Visit Karen’s Crafting … Read More ...
12 Cute Handmade Cards for Halloween
This cutie pie witch is sitting on a Pumpkin waiting for Halloween to start. Jean used new stamps from Simon Says for this card. Don’t you just love the red and orange color combo she used? Visit the J D … Read More ...