Paper Pumpkin Be Mine Valetine’s Day Cards
These fun little cards were created using parts of the Be Mine Paper Pumpkin kit for January. The kit included pouches to put treats in which would be great for kids to bring Valentine’s Day cards to their classmates. But, I wanted cards I could put in the mail. So I cut down the pouches […]
January Fresh Card Making Idea-Sunrise in the Desert Pop Up Card
Sunrise in the Desert Pop Up Card front, closed Sunrise in the Desert Pop Up Card inside, opened Create fun pop up cards with this easy technique. Great for creating landscape scenes like this using the Flowering Desert stamp set. The card folds flat for easy mailing. Open it up, and you have a pretty […]
Dec Fresh Card Making Idea-Partial Die Cut Cards
Christmas Pines Partial Die Cut Card Closed Christmas Pines Partial Die Cut Card Opened Add a little pop-up interest to your projects using the Z fold Partial Die Cut Technique. Want to learn more? My December Fresh Card Making tutorial will feature this easy technique. The tutorial will hit e […]
Nov Fresh Card Making Idea-Dashing Deer Candleglow Window Easel Card
Dashing Deer Window Easel Card-taken with the lights on! Is it a card? Or a holiday decoration? How about both! Learn how to create this pretty window easel card which will add a festive touch to anyone’s holiday display. A battery-operated tealight adds a warm glow to the project for a little surprise. Want […]
Oct Fresh Card Making Idea-Bargello Faux Quilting Technique
Christmas Pines Bargello Faux Quilt Winter Woods in Green Bargello Faux Quilt Bargello Faux Quilting Technique Bargello are quilting patterns made up of strips of fabric. These strips of fabric are pieced together to create a sense of movement in the design. This technique translates well into paper-crafting. It’s a great way to use […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Easy Tunnel Card
Country Road Tunnel Card All the Good Things Tunnel Card I always like adding a little dimension to my card creations. But, I want it simple without working with crazy measurements and lots of scoring. This Tunnel Card technique is super easy, but adds that WOW factor! Want to learn more? My August Fresh Card […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Splattered Watercolor Background
Lift Me Up Splattered Watercolor Background One of my favorite stamping techniques is creating watercolor backgrounds. Anytime I find an interesting way to achieve a pretty watercolor background, I’m all in. The Splattered Watercolor Background is a quick and easy technique, perfect for creating skies, water, landscapes, or abstract backgrounds. My June Fresh Card Making […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Burned Batik and Batik Techniques
Burned Batik Technique Batik Technique Batik is a wax resist method of dying fabrics originating in Indonesia. In stamping, the batik look can be achieved by using the emboss resist technique called Burned Batik. It can also be achieved by applying color direct to paper and adding highlighting with white ink. Both techniques add […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Ink Refills and Hand Sanitizer Backgrounds
Dragonfly Dreams Hand Sanitizer Background Waterfront Landscape Hand Sanitizer Background Fluttering Embossed Abstract Hand Sanitizer Background I love mixing it up by using regular household items in my crafting. Previous Fresh Card Making Ideas included using dryer sheets, hot glue, coffee filters, shaving cream, and flowers. Today’s tutorial features using regular dye-based ink refills and […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Faux Denim Technique
Denim, a favorite fashion statement! It’s easy to bring the denim look to your card creations! My March Fresh Card Making Idea will feature the Faux Denim technique paired with the fun stamp set, Pocketful of Sunshine. Want to learn more? The Faux Denim tutorial will hit e mail inboxes on March 20. Please be […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Northern Lights Technique
Create stunning backgrounds inspired by the Northern Lights! My February Fresh Card making idea will feature the Northern Lights Technique, paired with my new favorite stamp set, Waterfront. Want to learn more? The Northern Lights Technique tutorial will hit email in boxes on February 20. Please be sure to sign up for my mailing list […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Dryer Sheet Technique
My January Fresh Card Making Idea will feature crafting with dryer sheets. Using dryer sheets in my crafting is one of my favorite stamping techniques. And it is a great way to re-use and recycle. Create a sparkly background or abstract backgrounds using dryer sheets. Want to learn more? The Dryer Sheet Technique tutorial will […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Embossed Hot Glue Technique
Create abstract designs on a watercolor background using the Embossed Hot Glue Technique! It is super easy, and the possibilities are endless. My December Fresh Card Making Idea will feature the Embossed Hot Glue Technique. Want to learn more? The Embossed Hot Glue Technique tutorial will hit email in boxes on December 19. Please be […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Tie Dye Background Technique
I’ve always loved tie dye! The mix and swirls of color. It always brings a smile. To celebrate, my November Fresh Card Making Idea will feature the Tie Dye Background Technique for paper-crafting. It’s super easy, and the possibilities are endless! Want to learn more? The tutorial will hit email in boxes on November 14. […]
Fresh Card Making Idea-Iris Folded Caramel Kiss
Fresh Card Making Idea-Iris Folded Caramel Kiss Iris Folding is one of my all-time favorite card-making techniques! And an Iris Folded Kiss is perfect for upcoming fall-themed events, including Halloween. Change up the colors, and it is also perfect for a Valentine’s Day or anniversary project! What is Iris Folding? Iris Folding is a […]