Twitterpated Gate Fold Hearts Card

Remember the beautiful Spice Cake Scallop Oval Gate Fold card that I posted back in November?  The one with the cool intertwining sides… Well, I knew that I eventually wanted to do a similar card for my Stamp Club.  Then, Stampin' Up! introduced the new Framelits in the Occasions Mini, and I couldn't wait to …

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Frostwood Lodge Card Holder Gift Bag

I saw the cutest gift bag idea presented by Megan Wheeler at the Louisville Regional.  It was an easy-to-make gift bag (shown at the right), that was made from one sheet of card stock and a lunch sack. My favorite part was that the front decoration is actually a full-size Christmas card, featuring the Festive …

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Vintage Wallpaper Faux Patina Embossing

I love the look of antiqued, layered, and distressed backgrounds, so one of my favorite things to do is experiment with textures, colors and techniques to see what Too Cool effect will emerge! Today's cards combine both heat and dry embossing with lots of sponging to create a beautiful background reminiscent of metal with a …

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I’m Here For You Aviary Card

Last night I had my first-ever group Demonstrator Orientation for my four new recruits who signed up with that Simply Amazing Starter Kit offer—Jen, Carie, Connie, and Kari!  How exciting that I had so many new Too Cool Demo Team members that I had to create an informal training event for them!  Usually, I do …

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