Category: Many Merry Messages

Wreath Petals

The uses for the embossing folders are many and varied. I have used them to make embossed frames, but that was all. During some recent 'surfing' Tami showed how to use these folders for partial embossing. My first attempt uses the Petals-a-Plenty folder to create a wreath. I love the effect it has made. I … Continue reading Wreath Petals

Starry Night

Today I am participating in a challenge on the Less is More site. This site promotes clean and simple cards and shows that you don't need lots of layers and embellishments to produce a beautiful card. The challenge this week has the theme 'Stars'. This brings to mind celebrations such as birthdays and Christmas. My … Continue reading Starry Night

Tree Trimmings

Another of my Christmas cards. See the new thing I have learned today - you can use the Decorative Label Punch to make any size label!!! Recipe: Cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake DSP, Whisper White Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Marina Mist, Basic Black Stamps: Tree Trimmings, Many Merry Messages Accessories: Decorative Label Punch, Dimensionals … Continue reading Tree Trimmings

Stitched Stockings

Stitched Stockings

Now that you have seen the Stocking Tag Punch in action using DSP, I thought I would show you how great it is when you use it with the Stitched Stockings stamp set (available October only as a special or you will have to wait until December to get your own). My design for these … Continue reading Stitched Stockings

Helen’s June Workshop

Helen’s June Workshop

Thanks to my sister Helen and her friends for a great workshop last weekend. For the hostess gift, I demonstrated this great little backpack, (SplitCoastStampers inspired). It fits a little bear or doll [or pig - see an upcoming post for the complete version]. Here is a sneak peek. For the make and take, I … Continue reading Helen’s June Workshop