Simon Says Stamp Frosty Tree Gathering Card Tutorial |  A Serene Color Scheme

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Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - November 18, 2025 The holiday crafting season has officially begun with the "And Everything Nice" Release from Simon Says Stamp. This frosty, festive card provides cozy winter vibes. A cooler, more serene color scheme was chosen, skipping the traditional reds and greens. A sheet of teal cardstock was used … Continue reading Simon Says Stamp Frosty Tree Gathering Card Tutorial |  A Serene Color Scheme

Fancy Gift Card Holder! Art Impressions/Simon Says Stamp Snow Globe Tutorial

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Hello there, crafty cardmaking friends! Ready to add some handmade magic to your holiday gift card holders, to make them extra special and prove you didn't just buy a boring, store-bought envelope? Grab some colored cardstock, your die cutting machine, and let's get crafting before the eggnog kicks in! In this shaker tutorial complete with … Continue reading Fancy Gift Card Holder! Art Impressions/Simon Says Stamp Snow Globe Tutorial

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Cardmaking Magic: A Spellbinders & Graphic 45 Creation!

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Hello fellow crafters! Today, I’m sharing a project that truly captures the magic of a timeless tale: a handmade card inspired by The Wizard of Oz, created using the enchanting Spellbinders and Graphic 45 The Wonder of Oz Collection. This collaboration is a dream come true for anyone who loves whimsical, nostalgic designs. The star of the … Continue reading Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Cardmaking Magic: A Spellbinders & Graphic 45 Creation!

Let’s Get Scribbly and Texturize! A 5 Step Christmas Card Tutorial

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Hello there, crafty cardmaking friends! Ready to add some handmade magic to your holiday greetings? Grab your favorite festive tunes and let's get crafting! This playful tutorial will show you how to use the super-fun Tim Holtz Scribbly Christmas Cling Stamp set and coordinating Simon Says Stamp dies to make a snow-tastic card in five easy steps. We’re talking … Continue reading Let’s Get Scribbly and Texturize! A 5 Step Christmas Card Tutorial

Vellum Pockets with the Simon Says Stamp December 2025 – Bright Christmas Card Kit!

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Hello, crafty friends! The Simon Says Stamp December 2025 Card Kit, "Bright Christmas," is full of festive cheer and everything needed to make merry handmade cards. Three unique cards were created, each with a vellum gift card holder on the front. All of the supplies in the kit were used, including the patterned papers from … Continue reading Vellum Pockets with the Simon Says Stamp December 2025 – Bright Christmas Card Kit!

Easy To Make: Simon Says Stamp Triangle Bear & Triangle Tab | A Card and A Tag

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Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - November 13, 2025 Today's project features some of the new items in the Simon Says Stamp release, appropriately named "And Everything Nice Release". The project features some bear-y charming creations for an Instagram Hop celebrating this fun release, I hope you can join us! A Beary Cute Card The first … Continue reading Easy To Make: Simon Says Stamp Triangle Bear & Triangle Tab | A Card and A Tag

Sealed with a Twist: My First Look at the Spellbinders Clear Seal Maker

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Spellbinders Clear Seal Maker Tool Collection - November 2025 Hello, lovely cardmakers! The NEW Spellbinders Clear Seal Maker Tool offers creative possibilities, yes it is just a glue gun but a specially formulated one. Today, we are making crystal clear seals with fresh flowers, die cuts, rub-on's, patterned paper and more. The Clear Seal Maker … Continue reading Sealed with a Twist: My First Look at the Spellbinders Clear Seal Maker

A “Flippin’ Awesome” Winter Hug! A Center Gate Fold Card featuring Christmas Hugs

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Cardmaking with Simon Hurley's Christmas Hugs Bundle Hi there! Christmas stamps can be used for more than just Christmas. Sometimes a bit of sparkle is needed to brighten someone's day, especially during winter! This unique handmade card features the adorable Simon Hurley Christmas Hugs Stamp set. It's perfect for sending a hug. This card's structure and … Continue reading A “Flippin’ Awesome” Winter Hug! A Center Gate Fold Card featuring Christmas Hugs

A Rustic Vintage Christmas: Crafting with the Waffle Flower Snowcapped Pinecone Bundle

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The holiday crafting season has begun, and the new November Pawder Day Release from Waffle Flower offers festive inspiration. The Snowcapped Pinecone Bundle was used to create something special. This project uses a cozy, rustic vintage feel. It includes gold glitter sparkle and texture. The result is a card that feels warm, nostalgic, and perfect for the … Continue reading A Rustic Vintage Christmas: Crafting with the Waffle Flower Snowcapped Pinecone Bundle

Tim Holtz stamps and Simon Says Stamp coordinating dies Blog Hop

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Hello there, amazing cardmaking friends, welcome to my blog! The holiday season is just around the corner, and that means it's time for some festive cardmaking! It's exciting to be joining the Simon Says Stamp Blog Hop, celebrating the incredible Tim Holtz Cling Stamps and their coordinating dies. My latest card features the fantastic "Holiday Things" … Continue reading Tim Holtz stamps and Simon Says Stamp coordinating dies Blog Hop