Matchbox Miniatures With Ribbon Flower

Another fun ribbon flower technique today, which I found was pretty easy, even for me! You see, I don't sew. I usually shy away from anything that has to do with a thread and needle.  If a button comes off, a hem comes undone, a seam rips…I'm heading to Kohl's for a replacement, rather than …

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Bloomin’ Beautiful Top Note Gate Fold Card

Yesterday's card reminded me of a favorite card I did a while back using the retiring Bloomin' Beautiful stamp set.  The card, and stamp set, features a similar hydrangea image as the one found in the Because I Care Hostess Set, available in the new catalog on July 1. There are many things that I …

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Cards Created By The Too Cool Demo Team

I got a chance to see lots of fabulous cards at my Too Cool Demo Team meeting last week.  Here are a few of my favorites! This card, created by Carmen DeBruce features the Flower Folds Die.  All the petals fold up and are tied with ribbon.  You can find a complete tutorial at Anne …

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Bella Bleu Favorite Thoughts Card

   Don't you just love the clever quotes from the new Favorite Thoughts stamp set?  I created this card for one of my workshops last week, and I think it does a great job of highlighting these womenly words of wisdom! Card Details: Kraft card stock layered with paper from Bella Bleu Designer Series Paper.  …

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Butterfly Style Demo Swap

So life happens, and I had an unexpected mini-hiatus from blogging.  I had several events last week, one of which was my Too Cool Demo Team Meeting.  I love getting together with my fellow demos to share ideas, stamp and socialize.  Our May meeting was especially fun because we all got a sneak peak of …

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Matchbox Dresser Mania!

Now for something a little different!  How about a fun little dresser that you can fill up with candy, jewelry, hair bows, gift cards, and even Barbie Clothes?!  You could hide all kinds of things in this cute little chest! The size may be a little deceiving in the picture…this mini dresser stands about 2-1/2" …

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