Stampin' Pretty

Stressing about your Christmas cards yet? Stress no more! As of today, there are seven new digital downloads for My Digital Studio available, including several holiday-themed kits that will make your Christmas projects a breeze! Here are a few examples of the new options with a complete list below...

What's your favorite of the Stampin' Up! Bigz 3-D dies? Drop me a comment below :) I was immediately charmed by the simplicity and sweet edging of the Fancy Favor Box. Finished, it's approximately 3" wide x 3 1/2" high and 2 1/4" deep, a splendid way to glam up a thank you, favor or small gift...

Practice makes perfect. With the variety of challenges the Pals Paper Arts blog offers (every Thursday), you'll be inspired to experiment with new layouts, color combos, themes, simplicity and more. This week's sketch by Margaret Moody is fabulous and offers so many possibilities...

I saw it and I simply had to make my own. Angie Tieman and Beate Johns have put together a joint tutorial (including a video) on Splitcoaststampers demonstrating the construction of this adorable Top Note box. Click here for details...

Did you know you can search my blog by Stampin' Up! stamp set name, designer paper, holiday or even a specific embellishment or tool...

Let's Mojo! Today's Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO113) is another masterpiece from Julee Tilman. Have you checked out the Stampin' Up! stencils in the Definitely Decorative Catalog? I immediately fell in love with the Vintage Ornaments sets--gorgeous when jazzing up wrapping paper and much more...

I have been a busy stamper this past week designing for today's release of the Splitcoaststampers Dirty Dozen November Gallery. This month's focus is "In Touch with Texture" (think embossing folders, dazzling diamonds, ribbon, even leather)...

There's nothing that says love and friendship for the holidays like hand made cards, tags, boxes and more. However, for those of us who barely find time to breathe during the holiday season, there ARE efficient ways to produce amazing paper projects...

Ho Ho Ho! Need a nudge to get your holiday cards in gear? The Pals Paper Arts Design Team centers today's Thursday challenge on Christmas Cheer (PPA16). Plus there is BLOG CANDY!!...

Yesterday's Holiday Blog Hop was another "hopping" success. There were 15 blogs loaded with inspiration for fall and Thanksgiving. If you missed the fun, CLICK HERE. Be sure to mark your calendar for the FINAL Christmas/Winter Holiday Hop on December 1...

WELCOME to round two of three Stampin' Pretty Pals Holiday Blog Hops. Follow the Hopper Line-Up below to visit 15 blogs showcasing Fall and Thanksgiving paper crafts. Be sure to mark your calendar for the final Christmas/Winter Holiday Blog Hop on Tuesday, Dec. 1...

Woo hoo! How about a new Stampin' Pretty blog banner in combination with another Mojo Monday sketch (MOJO112)! You are going to see plenty of holiday cards and ideas on my blog in the coming weeks. Need a Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog...

I hope to brighten an ill aunt's day with these die cut daisies in rich fall colors. If you are a regular reader, you know how much I love fashion and home décor magazines for inspiration. The patterned chair (below) from a Crate and Barrel catalog got the creative juices flowing....

Here's a quick and cute Fresh-Cut Note for a friend. I love this little set of 15 Stampin' UP! die-cut cards and 15 envelopes. Beautiful alone (Whisper White) or adorable with a little jazzing up...