Friday, February 14, 2025

Stamping / Card Making 101 - Video#4 - Adhesive

 There are so many types of adhesive available to use. This video not only shows you the different types of adhesives, but also how to use them. I hope you find this helpful.










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Thursday, February 13, 2025

Darling Dino's Fun Fold Valentine Card

 This stamp is one of my favorites.  I'm always looking for stamp sets I can use for kiddo cards. I decided to do a Valentine Fun Fold with it but - oh my goodness the possibilities are endless. 


Supplies

Sweet Sorbet Cardstock - I# 159268
Cut 11 x 4 1/4 

Bee Mine DSP - I# 162546
 Cut 5 1/4 x 4 - (1 each)

Cut 7 7/8" x 5 1/8" - (1 each)
Scored @ 3 7/8" & 5 7/8"

Basic White Cardstock - I# 159276
Cut 8 x 5 1/4 
Scored @ 4" and 6"

Layering Circle Dies - I# 151770

Basic White Cardstock - I# 159276  
Cut smaller circle
 
Sweet Sorbet Cardstock - I# 159268  
Cut larger circle 

Darling Dino Stamp Set - I #164728

Bee My Valentine Stamp Set - I#162547

Stampin Blends 
Smokey Slate Combo - I# 145054
Sweet Sorbet Combo - I #159224

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink - I#132708
Smokey Slate Ink - I# 147113
Granny Apple Green Ink - I# 147095
Sweet Sorbet Ink- I# 159216

Banners Pick a Punch - I# 153608


Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Recipe Wednesday - Valentines Day Puppy Chow - Muddy Buddies

 

Valentine’s Day Puppy Chow (muddy buddies)
This easy Valentine's Day puppy chow recipe combines sweetened Chex cereal with pink and red candy for a fun dessert that is perfect for sharing with your Valentine!



Prep Time:15minutes
Cook Time:116minutes
Total Time:16minutes minutes
Servings:20
Ingredients
  • ▢ 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ▢ ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ▢ ¼ cup butter
  • ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ▢ 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • ▢ 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ▢ M&M's red and pink
Instructions
  • Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter together in a large mixing bowl for 30 seconds. Stir, then melt in 15 second increments until mixture is completely melted
  • Stir in vanilla extract
  • Add the cereal and mix until the cereal is evenly covered in the chocolate mixture
  • Place half of the cereal and half of the powdered sugar in a large ziplock bag and shake until the cereal is evenly covered in powdered sugar. Add remaining chex mix and powdered sugar and shake until completely coated with powdered sugar.
  • Place the cereal into a mixing bowl and let cool, then add M&M's, and serve
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Can be refrigerated if your house is warm. For easier mixing, place half of the powdered sugar in a gallon freezer bag, add chocolate coated cereal, and top with remaining powdered sugar before shaking.
Nutrition
Calories: 247kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 215mg, Potassium: 145mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 21g, Vitamin A: 388IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 73mg, Iron: 9mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.











Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Scrapbooking - Fair Time Layout

 Fair Time is one of the best and busiest times of the year for our family. It was this little's first time showing and I love how I was able to capture her expressions. I was able to incorporate some of my Stampin' Up! Products in this layout as well. Hop on over to my blog & grab the list of supplies.






Supplies:

Stampin Up - Basic White 12 x 12 Cardstock - I # 159231

Hobby Lobby - Sunflower DSP - The Paper Studio
Cut 11 1/2 x 11 1/2

Craft Warehouse - Bazzil Brown Cardstock - 12 x 12
Cut 10 x 10

Stampin Up - So Saffron - 8 1/2 x 11 Cardstock - I#105118
Backed all the pictures with it

Stampin Up - Crushed Curry Ink - I# 131173
Daubered around all the white and So Saffron

Joann's Fabrics - Favorite Findings - Sunny Flower Buttons




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Paper Pumpkin - Daisy Daydream - February 11th - March 10th

 Paper Pumpkin - Daisy Daydream - February 11th - March 10th 

Paper Pumpkin is a monthly paper craft making subscription box by Stampin’ Up! that provides everything you need to create stunning handmade cards and other paper crafting projects. Each box is designed to help you complete projects quickly and easily – no stress, no mess, just lots of fun!

Every month, you’ll receive a new surprise kit that comes with everything you need to create the project. A perfect little package for all levels of crafters, from beginner to experienced card makers, these projects are a fun and creative.  Although each month the project is a surprise, you do get a sneak peek of the upcoming kit. If the project doesn’t fit your style or needs, you’re always allowed to skip the month. Scroll down to learn about upcoming Paper Pumpkin kits!  

Here's a sneak peak of the Paper Pumpkin Subscription that is available from today thru March 10th.



These are the coordinating dies you can order separately.



Monday, February 10, 2025

Beginning Stamping / Card Making - Video #3 - Paper

Hey guys, I just dropped Video #3 of the Stamping 101 Series. Today's topic is Paper. Sounds kinda boring right. But I couldn't believe all the things I found to talk about *lol*. I hope even you can learn a tip or two.
The documents are listed below the video - unfortunately they will be in a google doc. format - that is the only way I could get them to load. If I need to email them - just reach out!!




Paper
Note Cards / Envelopes - Fast & easy to use
Printed Note Cards / Envelopes - Fast & Easy - Just add sentiment
Cardstock - Sizes / Thickness
Score Once / Cut Once Technique
Layering Templates
Designer Series Paper - (DSP)
Alls you need to make a card - SIP
(Stamp, Ink, Paper)
Paper Trimmer In's and Out's




Documents













Paper Pumpkin - Hello Spring - January 11th - February 10th

 

Paper Pumpkin - Hello Spring - January 11th - February 10th 

Today is the last day to be able to score with this Paper Pumpkin Kit. Don't forget you can get the add on dies to go with it. These dies coordinate with the January - March Paper Pumpkin Kits.







Coordinating Dies








Pre-Order Unboxing!!!

I n this video, I unbox all new 2026-2028 New In - Colors!! I absolutely love the Golden Glow & Peaceful Pine. Let me know which is y...