Layering Text & Ink for a Beautiful, Dusty Attic Card Look with Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Moth Study

Hello there, crafty cardmaking friends! Sometimes crafting is less about a perfect plan and more about aggressively smearing ink until things look intentional. Today, we are channeling that exact energy into a mixed media card featuring the Tim Holtz Stampers Anonymous Moth Study set and the matching Simon Says Stamp dies. To give this card … Continue reading Layering Text & Ink for a Beautiful, Dusty Attic Card Look with Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Moth Study

Heavy on the Sparkle, Light on the Effort: A Simon Says Shine On Tutorial

Hello to my favorite paper-loving humans! Today, we are making a card that looks like it took hours, but secretly comes together in minutes. My crafty hands finally got a hold of the latest Simon Says Stamp Shine On release. Instead of hoarding the supplies like a dragon protects treasure, I actually opened the packages. … Continue reading Heavy on the Sparkle, Light on the Effort: A Simon Says Shine On Tutorial

Simon Says Stamp – Shine On Blog Hop – Day 1

Hi there, lovely cardmakers! Welcome to my blog! We are rolling right into Day 1 of the new Simon Says Stamp “Shine On” release celebration! Today, I am sharing a fun coastal card using a simple five-step formula. I am playing with two items that belong together like peanut butter and jelly: the Happy Seagull … Continue reading Simon Says Stamp – Shine On Blog Hop – Day 1

Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps with Simon Says Stamp Blooming Flower

Hi there lovely cardmakers! Today we are keeping things beautifully simple, yet completely stunning. Simon Says Stamp just launched a brand new collection called SHINE ON!, and it is packed with goodies. I got my hands on the new Blooming Flower Bundle, and I immediately needed to try it out. My favorite part about this … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps with Simon Says Stamp Blooming Flower

How to Make a Textured Masculine Card Using Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Sea Life

Hello there, crafty cardmaking friends! Let’s face it: making a card for the guys in our lives can feel like trying to solve a math problem in another language. We are channeling our inner mad scientist and getting our hands slightly messy—but in a highly sophisticated way. We are assembling a rugged, ocean-themed card using … Continue reading How to Make a Textured Masculine Card Using Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Sea Life

Moving & Grooving: Kinetic Cards Made Simple with the Simon Says Stamp July 2026 Card Kit

Hey, crafty cardmakers! Ever open a card and get a little surprise? That’s the magic we are making today! Today, we’re playing with the Simon Says Stamp July 2026 Card Kit to build three kinetic, interactive cards that actually move. I’m all about keeping things completely approachable! The whole point is for you to gather … Continue reading Moving & Grooving: Kinetic Cards Made Simple with the Simon Says Stamp July 2026 Card Kit

Tim Holtz Stamps and Simon Says Stamp Coordinating Dies Blog Hop

Easy Watercolor Cardmaking: Featuring Floral Elements & Tiny Text It's exciting to be part the Simon Says Stamp Blog Hop, celebrating the incredible Tim Holtz Cling Stamps and their NEW Coordinating dies. My latest card features the fantastic "Floral Elements" and the "Tiny Text" stamp sets. ans some quick and easy watercoloring with Pawsitively Saturated ionks. … Continue reading Tim Holtz Stamps and Simon Says Stamp Coordinating Dies Blog Hop

Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps with Simon Says Stamp Willowweave and More

Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps - Cards & Coffee Time - June 09, 2026 Hi there awesome cardmakers! I'm sharing a card today that uses some of the newer pieces from the Simon Says Stamp Always There Release. This release has so many thoughtful items, and I found myself reaching for a few specific ones … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps with Simon Says Stamp Willowweave and More

A 5 Step Formula Card with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit

Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - Cards & Coffee Time - May 31, 2026 Grab your ticket and your crafting snacks, because today we are stepping right up to the circus! I have another card to share with you using the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 "Step Right Up" Card Kit and it is literally … Continue reading A 5 Step Formula Card with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit