Missing you Sally Ride

by | Jul 24, 2012 | Stamping

You were an inspiration I was very sad to hear the news that Sally Ride just passed away.  She was such a wonderful role model for so many young women who learned that it really is ok to "shoot for the stars" based on her example.  Thank you for...

Reason to Smile

by | Jul 19, 2012 | Color Combo, Stamping

So many reasons to offer thanks It is summer time in Vermont, and I'm feeling thankful for so many things!  We are having wonderful weather this year and I've thoroughly enjoyed spending time out on the lake and walking around with my wonderful husband....

Congratulations Kourtney Kardashian

by | Jul 11, 2012 | Stamping

on the birth of Penelope I created this card as part of an organized swap for the new catalog.  I love participating in swaps because it gives me an excuse to create something and I get so many wonderful samples in return.  My creation featured the new...

Celebrating Serena!

by | Jul 9, 2012 | Stamping

with a cheerful card With her double victories at Wimbledon, I think Serena deserves a celebratory card!  Sure, she has the beautiful trophies, but there's something special about a hand made card that makes an occasion really special (IMHO). I created this...

3D Flower

by | Jul 6, 2012 | Stamping

Using an In Color Dahlia The design for this card is all my own, but I got the idea from a sketch shared by another wonderful Stampin' Up! demonstrator on a website that she helps with.  Here is the link to the original sketch that was posted back in...

Elizabeth’s Jubilee

by | Jun 28, 2012 | Stamping, Techniques

a card that is worthy Our stamp club meeting last evening had a metal theme; I'll share the second project in a post in the very near future.  This project features the faux metal technique for the focal point image.  This card also features many new...