Mind blown: a blog about paper crafting and cardmaking techniques
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Polka Dot Pals Syeda
Hello friends! I recently found a new to me line from Whimsy Stamps called Polka Dot Pals. I love this line because I really want to learn how to shade and create facial features. This stamp set come me with “just the eyes” and has the option of stamping in more facial features. The option…
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April Showers, Bring May Flowers
Hello friends! I know they say that April Showers, bring May flowers, but it sure took awhile. It’s finally warm here in the Cincinnati area and my flowers are starting to bloom. For Mother’s day my Husband bought me several hanging baskets from my favorite nursery, so it’s all coming together nicely. Today I am…
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Stenciling Tutorial For AECP
Hi and welcome back! I recently took the course, Celebratrion Stencil Techniques as a requirement for the fist level of the Altenew Educators Certification Program. It was taught by Laurel Beard and consisted of 4 modules focusing on stencils. I happen to love stencils, and was happy to brush up on my skills for this…
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I Find You Ribbeting!
Hello Friends! I hope you’re doing well on this Sunday afternoon? I’m hopping in to share another Ribbeting card. This one features Unfrogettable stamp set from Polkadoodles. I just love this cute scene using patterned papers and dies to frame up this cutie little froggy!!! I colored him up with Copics and made a simple…
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You Are My Beautiful World
Hello crafters! I have such a beautiful card to share with you featuring multiple butterfly dies from Scrappy Tails Crafts. I have not seen prettier butterflies than this. Scrappy Tails Crafts carry butterflies dies that are flying, open winged, and sitting. You can’t ask for a better selection and they cut like butter!!! Let’s take…
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Big Bold Floral With Forever Moments
Hello crafters! I hope you had a fabulous weekend and had the chance to smell the beautiful Spring Flowers. Not only did I get to take a lovely walk this weekend, but I squeezed some time to craft, which you all know is my happy place! Today’s card features the stunning digital stamp from Joy…