Last night was an enchanting journey into the world of crafting as we delved into the mystery card video featuring the breathtaking Sparkling Snowflakes bundle. With a card base of Night of Navy and layers of Silver foil and Misty Moonlight papers, this card promised to be a shimmering wonder.Read More
Running Behind Again!
Welcome back to my Gal Friday Stamping blog. As you know, I had to pre-record Friday’s Fun Fold Friday video because of all the doctors’ appointments we had scheduled for that day. Of course, I am running behind again so let’s jump right in. Fun Fold Friday: Horse & SleighRead More
Floating Circles and Cardstock Magic
Last night, we embarked on a whimsical crafting journey in the world of card making. Armed with three enchanting card stocks—Orchid Oasis, Starry Sky, and Bubble Bath—we set out to create something truly magical. The destination? The land of floating circles and cardstock magic! Remember, if you create this week’sRead More
A Serene Journey
Mystery Card Monday Recap: A Serene Journey with Misty Moonlight & Boho Blue. Hello, dear crafters! Another thrilling Mystery Card Monday has come and gone, and I must say, it was an absolute blast. Last night, we embarked on a crafting adventure with the serene hues of Misty Moonlight andRead More
Fun Fold Friday Card
Hello, crafty friends! It’s Fun Fold Friday, and I have a delightful card project to share with you today. I’ve used the adorable Zany Zoo bundle, combined with Basic Black and Basic White cardstock, to create a playful and unique card that’s perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive right intoRead More
Tricks & Treats with Non-Traditional Colors
Halloween crafting doesn’t always have to stick to the conventional orange and black palette. In our recent Thursday Live Class, we ventured into a world of creativity by embracing Tricks & Treats with non-traditional colors – Basic White, Berry Burst, and Blackberry Bliss. Together, we explored the “Tricks & Treats”Read More
Tricks & Treats Mini Class
Introducing Our Tricks & Treats Treat Box Gift Sets! This is a Tricks & Treats Mini Class. Hey there, fellow craft enthusiasts! 🎃🍬 Are you ready to dive into a world of creativity and delight? I have got something truly enchanting to share with you today – our all-new TricksRead More
Creating Floral Magic
Hey there, fellow crafters! If you missed out on Thursday night’s video, here is a quick recap of the creative fun and creating floral magic. 🌸✨ In the spotlight was the charming Petal Park stamp set and punch. It brought a touch of nature’s beauty to our crafting tables. TheRead More
Unveiling the Beauty
Welcome back, dear crafters and creative enthusiasts! Hope you’re ready for another exciting Mystery Card Monday reveal. In this week’s edition, we’re diving into the world of floral wonders with our Irresistible Blooms theme. If you missed our video on YouTube last night, don’t worry – you can rewatch meRead More
Crafting Autumn Charm
Good day, dear readers! As we bask in the golden hues of autumn, I am thrilled to share my latest creative endeavor that perfectly captures the essence of the season. Our simple Saturday card has blossomed into a stepped-up Sunday card as we unveil the exquisite Copper Clay and MossyRead More
Fruitful Blessings Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, the September Craft Box is for you. Registration is now open for the Fruitful Blessings Card box and will end September 12th, 2023. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. Read More
Fun Fold Friday with the Winter Meadow Suite
A Glimpse into Winter’s Magic Hello, fellow craft enthusiasts! We’re back with another exciting edition of Fun Fold Friday with the Winter Meadow Suite. This time we had an enchanting treat in store. Yesterday’s live session was all about unwrapping the magic of the upcoming Winter Meadow suite. This suiteRead More
A Creative Night: Highlights from Thursday Night Live
A Night of Colors and Creations Greetings, fellow crafting enthusiasts! Last night’s Thursday Night Live was a whirlwind of creativity, as we delved into the captivating world of the Irresistible Blooms bundle and the enchanting Berry Harvest background stamp. Join me as we recap Highlights from Thursday Night Live. ARead More
Unveiling Intrigue: Mystery Card Monday
Hello, fellow craft aficionados! We’re back with another riveting episode of Mystery Card Monday, where creativity knows no bounds. Our recent cardmaking venture delved into the captivating world of the Darling Details stamp set, a true gem that promises endless possibilities. I hope you joined the unveiling intrigue: Mystery CardRead More
Crafting Magic with Melon Mambo and Dots & Spots Die
Hello, creative souls! 🎨✨ It’s that delightful time of the week when we dive into the world of crafting. Today, we’re embarking on a journey from Simple Saturday to Stepped-Up Sunday, exploring the enchanting possibilities of crafting magic with Melon Mambo and Dots & Spots die. 🌸⚫⚪ We are goingRead More
Spectacular Everlasting Beauty Fun Fold
Greetings, crafters of all things beautiful! 🌸🎨 I’m thrilled to share my recent spectacular Everlasting Beauty Fun Fold Friday card, a masterpiece that brings together the Everlasting Beauty stamp set with the intricate interplay of Pretty Peacock and Basic White cardstock, adorned with the captivating Fresh as a Daisy designerRead More
Apple Harvest Stamp Set Live Video Recap
Hello, crafting friends! 🎨✨ I’m thrilled to share a quick rundown of my cards using the Apple Harvest stamp set during my live video, where creativity bloomed using the charming Apple Harvest stamp set. 🍎🍃 Make sure you grab the PDF at the bottom of the post. Also, as myRead More
Unlocking Intrigue: Discover the Magic of Mystery Card Monday
Welcome to a brand-new week, where Mondays bring a sense of excitement and anticipation! Thank you for joining me as I unveiled the enchantment of this week’s Mystery Card. A captivating creation that harmoniously blends elegance and whimsy. Get ready to embark on a journey through creativity and craftmanship. UnlockingRead More
Challenge Yourself
This week I decided to create a card to enter the TTTC220 – Featured Designer Vicky challenge. I believe my card was created with the elements listed from the top left, center and bottom right hand boxes on the tic tac toe board. So why don’t you challenge yourself. EnteringRead More
From Simple to Stepped-up
Every Sunday, I go live at 2 (est) in my Gal Friday Stamping Group and YouTube channel. Yesterday was no different. I created a simple card for Saturday and stepped it up for Sunday. So let’s take a look at my cards from simple to stepped-up. I love the penguinRead More
Gal Friday’s Adhesive Sale
That time of the year again! Gal Friday’s adhesive sale. This sale is from Gal Friday Stamping ONLY! The photo below shows the retail prices, I am offering the adhesives at 30% off. Stock up today! Monday August 7th, 2023 thru Monday August 14th, 2023 Minimum purchase of 10 adhesivesRead More
Paper & Ribbon Share
Very excited to announce that there is a new mini catalog getting ready to release in September. With every new catalog release, there are new designer series papers and spools of ribbon. And we all love to see and get new products. So why not join my paper & ribbonRead More
Trucking Along Fun Fold Friday
Were you able to join me yesterday for my Trucking Along Fun Fold Friday? If you didn’t, I understand. I am having a hard time with my time management skills lately. I find I am so busy and get so involved with what I am doing that I am notRead More
Sweet & Precious Thursday Class
Last night was the Sweet & Precious Thursday class. Each week I go live at 7 PM (est) and create projects using products I have from Stampin’ Up! This week we create with the bold Parakeet Party card stock, and I show you how to tone it done a bitRead More
Quilt Mystery Cards
Last night, we created two cards with the hints for the mystery card video. If you missed the first clue you will find it below with the rest of the instructions so you too can create this card. The cards created last night I am calling Quilt Mystery Cards. IfRead More
From Simple to Stepped-Up
If you joined me yesterday afternoon, you saw that I created two cards during my live. I used the Circle Sayings stamp set and also the Cheerful Daisies bundle. Those two cards were simple to stepped-up cards. Both cards were quick and easy to create. See the video replay HERE.Read More
Tower Fun Fold Friday
I just love looking for different fun fold cards to create. This week I found an awesome card that I have never created before. Did you join me for Tower Fun Fold Friday? If not, you can catch the replay HERE. Also, do not forget to check out the measurementsRead More
Irresistible Blooms August Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, the August Craft Box is for you. Registration is now open and will end August 12th, 2023. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorableRead More
Stamped with Love
Welcome back to Gal Friday’s craft room and another Thursday Night Live class using the Stamped with Love stamp set. I went a bit vintage with the cards. I love the feel of the post box and writing paper. We are focused on email and technology today. Last night’s cardRead More
July 24th Mystery Card Monday
Thank goodness I made it thru the video last night without any bloopers. For the July 24th Mystery Card Monday, we ended with an amazing Bay Window card. It was the first time making a card with that fold. It is the perfect fun fold card. If you missed theRead More
Should be a Blooper Video
Yesterday’s simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video should be a blooper video. It seemed that whatever could go wrong did go wrong and you can see my mess ups in the video below. If you are like me, you have lot’s of retired designer series paper that you need something to doRead More
Earthen Textures Live Class
This week, I had to change my Thursday video to Wednesday. I will not be available tomorrow but did not want to miss doing this week’s video. The Earthen Textures live class was a fun and quick video for a thank you card and a card of appreciation. I usedRead More
A Mystery No More
I love solving mysteries, I think that is why I love creating the video for Mystery Card Monday. On Sunday, I posted and sent out the first clue to those subscribed to my newsletter and to those who are members of the Gal Friday Mystery Card group. Today, you canRead More
Inked & Tiled by Stampin’ Up!
Today, I created with Inked & Tiled by Stampin’ Up! The stamp set is part of the Inked Botanicals suite. If you happen to miss the live video, you can see the replay below. I go live each and every Sunday at 2 PM (est) on YouTube and also inRead More
Fun Fold Friday
Good morning! Hope everyone had time to see yesterday’s fun fold Friday video, if not you can see the replay below. What is the name of this card fold you ask? To be honest, I am not even sure what the card is called. So, I am calling it justRead More
Textured Floral Thursday Live
Welcome back to Gal Friday’s Craft room and my Textured Floral Thursday Live. This week, place a $35 order (before tax and shipping) in my online store and you will receive last night’s make & takes as a “thank you!” If you would like to see the replay of thisRead More
It’s a Mystery
Last night was Mystery Card Monday. I used the Textured Floral bundle to create a really fun card that can also be considered a fun fold card. Below you will find the first clue, replay of the video and templates so it’s a mystery no more for you. Get thatRead More
Little Dreamers from SU
Yesterday I went live with my simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video at 2 PM (est). I created with the Little Dreamers from SU. You can see the REPLAY HERE. While you are there make sure you like and subscribe to my channel please. If you want to be notified of futureRead More
Another Fun Fold Friday
It seems that lately I am having a hard time with time management. Because of that, I never did get this post together yesterday. I was working behind the scenes for the rest of the week. But, this past Friday was another fun fold Friday Video. If you missed theRead More
So Refreshing Thursday Live
Last night during my live video, I created a duo of cards. This So Refreshing Thursday live class was so much fun. There are so many techniques and designs of cards that you can create with this bundle. I wanted to show the technique I used to stamp the flowersRead More
Another Mystery Card Monday
Last night was the perfect time to create another Mystery Card Monday card. I offer a free class each Monday on YouTube. Last night’s card is a great layout for all those designer series paper scraps you do not know what to do with. Join me live I go liveRead More
Artistically Inked – Simple and Stepped-Up
Thank you so much for joining me yesterday during my Artistically Inked – Simple and Stepped-Up video. I try each week to create a simple card and stepped-up card each Sunday at 2 PM (est) in my group, Gal Friday Stamping. Basic White Coastal Cabana Bubble Bath Soft Sea FoamRead More
Catching a Wave
On Friday, on my YouTube channel, I went live with my weekly video called Fun Fold Friday. During that video, I created with the Country Bouquet stamp set and coordinating punch. Taking a look at the card below, it has nothing to do with the beach when I call itRead More
Celebrating Christmas in July
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, the July Craft Box is for you. Registration is now open and will end July 12th, 2023. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in anRead More
Dainty Delight
Last night, during my live class, I created with the Dainty Delight stamp set and coordinating dies. This set features beautiful flowers that you can use to adorn any card. I hope that these cards inspire you to create using this stamp set too. If you would like to followRead More
Fun Fold Friday Fan Card
This past Friday I posted a pre-recorded video for my fun fold Friday fan card. This card was inspired by Judy of Created Just 4 U. She created an amazing card that I just fell in love with and had to CASE it. If you missed the video you canRead More
Hey Chuck Bundle
It was another Thursday Night Live class last night and I created with the Hey Chuck Bundle. This bundle is a cute and whimsical set that will allow you to create some amazing cards. It is the best feeling when I can close the door to my craft room andRead More
June 19th Mystery Card
Need a card that is quick and easy to create but awesome at the same time? Then this week’s mystery card is for you! The June 19th Mystery Card can be created quickly with a few pieces of card stock. I always need “thank you” cards and have lots ofRead More
Fun Fold Friday
Today, June 16th I started a new YouTube series called Fun Fold Friday. This first card I created for the premier of this series is a double pop out card. I used the Playing in the Rain stamp set from Stampin’ Up!®. The main colors of the card base areRead More
Lazy Days of Summer
Thank you for joining me last night during my live Lazy Days of Summer class. The Lazy Days bundle creates beautiful and detailed cards. Here are the colors the cards were created with last night. Basic White Boho Blue Misty Moonlight Soft Sea Foam If you happen to miss theRead More
June 12th Mystery Card Monday
My goodness, let me apologize for being late last night. I wasn’t paying attention to the time as I was dealing with a personal issue. Thankfully, my daughters called to ask where the heck I was. The June 12th Mystery Card Monday video did go on without any other hitchesRead More
Softly Sketched Class to Go
In today’s post, I am introducing my Softly Sketched Class to Go. This class is a card folio that will hold the cards that you create. There are three options for this class. All you will need is the time, and adhesives. Registration is now open. option # 1 ThisRead More
Hello Ladybug Weekend
Sunday at 2 PM (est) I always go live with my simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video in my Gal Friday Stamping group and my YouTube channel, this week was no different. It was a Hello Ladybug weekend with a different sized card. Instead of the standard size cards, I created aRead More
Thursday Live ~ Timeless Arrangements
Running a bit behind with the PDF for my Thursday Live ~ Timeless Arrangements class. It has been a week for sure and ended just about as it started. Thankfully I am able to get back on track today and put together the pdf. This week’s projects were created withRead More
Mystery Card June 6th
Hello crafters! Are you ready to create a card with me live on Monday? Oops! I missed Monday’s mystery card June 6th video because of a family emergency and had to postpone my Monday video to Tuesday, so sorry for the delay. The first clue is below and it willRead More
Reach for the Stars
Where does the time go? We are already at the end of the first week of June. On Sunday, at 2 PM (est) I always try to get into my craft room and do my simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video. This week I created with the Reach for the Stars bundle.Read More
Stargazing Suite Thursday Class
Last night we were Reaching for the Stars during the Stargazing Suite Thursday class. I just love this set! The possibilities are endless in what you can create. The cards I created last night features a planet on a spinner card and also the rocket ship from the stamp set.Read More
May 28th Mystery Card
Even though it was Memorial Day, I still held my Mystery Card Monday video event. I had some extra time during the week to create and write up the clues for the May 28th Mystery Card video. It turned out adorable and is another quick and easy way to showRead More
June Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, the June Craft Box is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This isRead More
Let’s Go Fishing
Since the new annual catalog has been released, I have been so excited and wish I had more time to create. One of the suites that I fell in love with is the Let’s Go Fishing suite. The bundle name for this suite is Gone Fishing. It is the perfectRead More
May 23rd Mystery Card
There is nothing more satisfying than pulling stamp sets off the shelf and using designer series paper that you have laying around. Last night, during my May 23rd Mystery Card video I did pull a stamp set off the shelf and used some designer series paper I had laying around.Read More
Beautiful Balloons Simple/Stepped Up
This week during my live video, I created two cards. These cards created with Beautiful Balloons Simple/stepped up cards. Each and every week I go live on Sunday afternoon at 2 PM (est) to create two cards. One card is simple and the second is stepped up. If you missedRead More
Introducing the Zoo Crew Suite
As many of you know, with the release of the new catalog come new product. Last night during my Thursday Live class I created a trio of projects introducing the Zoo Crew Suite from Stampin’ Up! All the products I used last night are at the bottom of the post.Read More
May Card Class on Patreon
Welcome back to my blog. Did you know that I have a Patreon group with three tiers? I created this group so crafters can learn how to color and receive card kits each month for very reasonable prices. Each month I create three instructional coloring videos using either pencils, blendsRead More
May 15th Mystery Card
This week we gathered on my YouTube channel to create a May 15th Mystery Card. I create my live a bit different from others that do mystery card videos. I craft along with you while following the clues. You will find all the clues below if you too would likeRead More
Cheeky “Little Monkey”
Thank you so much for joining me last night for my Thursday Night Live class. Each week I go live with a card class on Thursday at 7 PM (est) and showcase Stampin’ Up!® product. Last night I created with the cheeky “Little Monkey” bundle. If you missed last night’sRead More
Create a Simple Card
Yesterday in the craft room I set up for the weekly Mystery Card Monday video. If you weren’t aware, each and every Monday I go live on my YouTube channel for a mystery card. I send out clues to my newsletter subscribers and I also post the first clue inRead More
Wildlife Wonder
How fun is it to see cards created simply and then stepped-up? For me it is challenging creating simple cards, but it is fun. Today, I created with the Wildlife Wonder stamp set. It is the perfect set for masculine cards and that is just what I created. Basic WhiteRead More
Black & White Thursday Live
Good morning and happy Friday! Thank you so much for joining me last night. I just love being able to show you new product. I have to say that after creating these cards for my Black & White Thursday live, I am more in love with the Countryside Corner diesRead More
How Do You Arrange Your Colors?
Inquiring minds want to know, how do you arrange your colors? I try to keep my cardstock and ink pads arranged according to color collections within Stampin’ Up! When you open the Annual Catalog to page 122, you will notice that the collections within Stampin’ Up! are separated into InRead More
Cheerful Daisies Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Sending Smiles Thursday Live
Thank you to everyone who joined me last night during my Sending Smiles Thursday Live. This stamp set and coordinating dies are available in the annual catalog and online. I am happy to say, the Sending Smiles set will be in the new May catalog. If you would like aRead More
April 24th Mystery Card
Mystery card Monday is a weekly live video so you can get those stamp sets off the shelf and create. I will give you the first clue either in my group or in my newsletter. During the live, just like with the April 24th Mystery Card, I give you theRead More
A Card for the Birds
Thank you for joining me on Sunday for my live video. If you didn’t know, every Sunday I go live and create a simple Saturday and stepped-up Sunday card. This week was no different and it was a card for the birds. If you missed the video, you can watchRead More
Colorful Kaleidescope Kit Class
Boy, did not sign up for the Colorful Kaleidescope Kit Class that was held last night via Zoom? No? Then you missed out! But the good news is that you will be able to join us next month. We will be using the Forever Friends kit and creating alternative cards.Read More
Paper Pumpkin Kits for Sale
Phew, I have been cleaning my craft room so I can get ready for an online garage sale. I have so much retired product. The retired product is taking up so much space that I really need to get rid of it. That is why I have paper pumpkin kitsRead More
Quick Mystery Monday Card
This week we made a quick mystery Monday card, and I cannot believe that I forgot to post. Here is the first clue that was sent thru email and posted in my Gal Friday Mystery Monday card. Clue # 1 ~ you can orient your card either portrait or landscapeRead More
Blessings of Home Thursday
Thank you so much for joining me last night during my Blessings of Home Thursday class. It was so much fun creating with this set. The Blessings of Home stamp set and coordinating dies will be retiring at the end of the month. Head on over to my store andRead More
Friendly Gnome Patreon Class
This month I chose the Friendly Gnome bundle to color and create the card class for my Patreon group this month. This bundle is retiring so if you want this set head on over to my store and you can purchase it here. There are also coordinating dies that goesRead More
Tropical Leaf Thursday Live
Thank you so much for joining me last night for my Tropical Leaf Thursday Live. I love trees and since the leaves are starting to open on the trees around my house, I wanted to celebrate the beauty of leaves. Here are the projects I created. If you missed lastRead More
2023-2025 In Color Club
I am very happy to announce my New In Color Club for 2023-2025. As you know, with every annual catalog Stampin’ Up! releases there are new In Colors to celebrate, and this year is no different. Watch the video to familiarize yourself with the new colors being released. This clubRead More
2023-2024 Annual Catalog DSP & Ribbon Shares
Would you like to own a sample of all of the Designer Series Paper and Ribbon in the new 2023-2024 Annual Stampin’ Up Catalog? If your answer is yes, then join my 2023-2024 Annual Catalog DSP & Ribbon Shares!! here are the details for the paper share For the PaperRead More
Monday Cup of Tea Mystery Card
Thank you so much for joining me last night for Monday Cup of Tea Mystery card. Last night was a quick and easy card that you can create in any color with any stamp set. Don’t forget to post your card in the FB group to be eligible to winRead More
Never Stop Working on Your Dreams
It is a beautiful, crisp today and I am trying to be thankful and focus. I want to never stop working on my dreams. Some weeks it is a struggle. But thankfully, I have my card making to keep me focused. This week is no different. I decided to takeRead More
Thursday’s Around the Bend
Thank you to everyone who joined me last night for my Thursdays Around the Bend card class. I appreciate each and every one of you. These projects were last minute yesterday and I always worry that they are not going to be up to par. I used some retired productRead More
Desert Details in April
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Celebrate Sunflowers Simple and Stepped-Up
Thank you to everyone who joined me today for my video. Each and every Sunday I go live at 2 PM to create a simple Saturday card and step it up for Sunday. Today was no different. I created the Celebrate Sunflowers Simple and Stepped-up. color palettte for todays cardsRead More
In the News at Stampin’ Up!
Below are the colors that will be retiring from the cardstock that SU offers. Below this image are the In Colors that are also retiring. You will notice though that Fresh Freesia is not leaving us. If there are any colors that you absolutely love, you may want to stockRead More
Another Thursday Live
Welcome back to another Thursday live with Gal Friday Stamping. If you follow me, you know that every Thursday night I go live with a fun mini class on all my platforms. With this class I demonstrate how to create the cards and offer a free pdf that you canRead More
Mystery Card Monday
Use those stamp sets that have been gathering dust on your shelf for any occasion during Mystery Card Monday. Last night was the first time for me doing a video for Mystery Monday and I must say that there are a few tweaks that I need to make before theRead More
The Greatest Adventure
Thank you for joining me on Sunday for my simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video. If you weren’t aware, I go live at 2 PM (est) every Sunday and create a simple card and step that simple card up. This week was no different. I decided to create with greens and theRead More
Flowering Tulips Live Class
Happy Friday! Thank you for joining me last night for my Flowering Tulips live class. If you didn’t already know, each Thursday night at 7 PM (est) I go live in my group, biz page and YouTube channel. You can watch the replay on my Youtube channel below. You canRead More
Spring March Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
SU Nested Friends Bundle
Happy Friday! If you joined me last night for my weekly online card class, you know that the cards were for the birds! Not in the literal sense, but because I used the SU Nested Friends bundle using the colors below. Basic White Crumb Cake Bermuda Bay Balmy Blue SoftRead More
Share a Milk Shake
Thank you so much for joining me last night for the Share a Milk Shake scrapbook pages. It was a bit different for me, but I thought I would change things up a bit. Don’t forget to download the PDF at the end of this post. The pdf includes theRead More
Lucky Clover Thursday Class
Thank you to everyone who joined me last night for my Lucky Clover Thursday Class. I am sorry that the clover punch is not available. Since it is a product from the mini catalog, SU would not be able to get the punch before the mini catalog would retire. ThankfullyRead More
Better Your Best February
Hello my crafty friends! I am back today with a special post with cards I created during our Better Your Best February meeting. What is that you ask? Well, each quarter, as a team, we get to celebrate our achievements. Julie Gilson creates make & takes for us to createRead More
Use those Sale-a-bration Products
It was another fun video yesterday using the In the Country stamp set offered in the sale-a-bration catalog. We all love getting things for free and when you make a qualifying purchase from my online store, you too can get free items. Now that you have the stamp set, youRead More
Dainty Delight Thursday Live
Thank you to everyone who joined me last night for my live. One of the cards created is a new technique that is all the rage. I will explain further below. It was a fun Dainty Delight Thursday Live and you can see the replay below. Have you seen theRead More
Easter in February Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Spring is Springing!
Happy Monday! I wanted to take a minute to thank you for joining me on Sunday’s video. I love crafting with you and sharing some fun and beautiful products. Since yesterday felt like Spring is Springing, I decided to use a stamp set that welcomes Spring. I used the DaintyRead More
Masculine Valentine’s Day Cards
It has been another crazy week! I should just accept the fact that things will never settle down. After a rough day yesterday, I went live last night and created 2 masculine Valentine’s Day Cards. I did use the Country Bouquet bundle and added the Ready to Ride designer seriesRead More
Decorative Borders Simple & Stepped-Up
Can you believe it is Sunday already? I just do not know where the days go. During today’s video, I created two cards with new stamp sets. If you aren’t aware, I go live every Sunday afternoon at 2 (est) and create two cards. Today was no different as IRead More
Uncluttering and Cleaning
Phew, my craft room is a disaster! I am not embarrassed to admit that because it is a well-used room. For the last week, I have been pulling retired stamp sets out, setting them up for my online garage sale. I have also been organizing during the uncluttering and cleaning.Read More
An Underwater Adventure
During last night’s live card class, we explored the depths of the sea and had an underwater adventure. We used the Whale Done stamp set and the newly released Sea Turtle stamp set. The colors of the cards and treat holder were bold but beautiful. I used the following colors.Read More
Best Time to Join and Start Your SU Journey
Starting the first week of January, Stampin’ Up!® introduced the new mini catalog and Sale-a-bration catalog. They are both fill with beautiful and fun products. Do you know what else happeded with the introduction of these catalogs? There are 3 options to join, which makes it the best time toRead More
Annual Catalogs “Whale Done”
When a new catalog comes along, I think the idea is that we have to play with the new product. But today, as I skimmed through the stamp sets on my shelf, I decided to create with a set I have had. The Annual Catalogs “Whale Done” bundle is stillRead More
Focus on DSP Class
If you are like me, you have lots of designer series paper sitting around. I know, when you see some of the paper you just must have it and then you just do not have the heart to cut it. Well, last night’s class was all about creating cards thatRead More
Focus on DSP
Thank you so much for joining me today. I just love being able to create a simple Saturday card and then step it up for Sunday. Today the focus was on DSP that is available in the Sale-a-bration catalog. Spend $50 buying the products you love and receive the packRead More
Fancy Flora Trio
Welcome back to another Thursday Night Class! Let’s start by saying, if you would like the make & takes from last night’s Fancy Flora Trio class, place a minimum order of $35 (before tax and shipping) using the host code ASDN7EWT and they will be mail directly to your mailbox.Read More
Country Bouquet January Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Love Cats Being Released January
Welcome back to another simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday. Today, I decided to create with the Love Cats being released in January. This is the perfect stamp set for simple stamping. Simple Saturday’s card is very simple using Blushing Bride and Basic White. Measurements for the card and stepping it up isRead More
Another Fun Thursday Night
It was another fun Thursday night during my card making class. Each and every Thursday I do a class online at 7 PM (est) on my channels. If you missed it last night, you can watch the replay below. Don’t forget to download the free PDF for these projects, soRead More
Beautifully Happy
Last night during my live, I created with a product that will be released with the Sale-a-Bration catalog in January. This stamp set was a gift to me from Stampin’ Up! for attending On Stage. It is called Beautifully Happy. Let’s take a look. For my cards, I used oneRead More
Painted Poppies Simple or Stepped-Up
Thank you for taking the time from your busy day to join me for my simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday video. It was so fun creating note cards. You can create with Painted Poppies simple or stepped-up. Whether you are creating a simple card or a card that is more involved, theRead More
January Release “Desert Details”
Thank you for joining me on Thursday night during my live. I chose the upcoming January release “Desert Details” to play with. This set is just gorgeous with the details and depth of the stamping. Whether you use cool or warm colors the projects are beautiful. The sentiment in thisRead More
There’s Gnome One Like You
Were you able to catch Sunday’s simple Saturday/stepped-up Sunday cards this week? It was so much fun creating with the Kindest Gnomes stamp set that is retiring with the mini catalog. There’s Gnome One Like You was a fun class. I created with some of my favorite colors. Basic WhiteRead More
2022-2023 Blog Hop
Thank you for joining me during the Demonstrator Training Program December 2022-2023 Blog Hop. We are so happy that you decided to hop along this month for ideas and inspiration. We are a group of Stampin’ Up! ® demonstrators that are taking part in a program to help us buildRead More
2023 Mini Catalog Paper/Ribbon Share
It is time for the Mini Catalog Paper & Ribbon Share. What is the share you ask? The paper/ribbon share is an offer to sample all the new designer series paper and ribbon that will be released with the new mini catalog in January. The great part is that youRead More
Last Minute Christmas Cards
Thank you for joining me last night for some last-minute Christmas cards. With not enough hours in the day, there is a point where we have to be able to create cards last minute. I ran into that trouble this week. Let’s take a look at what I created. EachRead More
Stamping Our Heart Out
Happy Friday! Thank you to everyone who joined me last night during my Thursday night live. It was so wonderful to be able to craft with you last night as we began stamping our heart out. Dont forget to join me on Sunday at 2 PM (est) for my simpleRead More
December Artistically Inked
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Step It Up Sunday/Simple Saturday
Happy Sunday! I had to switch up my Saturday video because Sheba, our new puppy has school on Saturday. So, from this point forward, I will be doing the video on Sunday for a Simple Saturday, step it up Sunday video. This week I am focusing on the Welcome HomeRead More
Framed Florets Christmas Cards
This past Thursday, I decided to create Framed Florets Christmas Cards. I used this set for the November Craft box, but I wanted to show how versatile this set actually can be. Also, for those that subscribe to the craft box, it gives you 3 additional cards that you canRead More
Time is Running Out
Time is running out, the seasonal sale is almost over. Check out what is available. QUICK LINKS Shop my online store here Follow me on Pinterest here Follow me on FB here Join my Gal Friday Stamping Team here Subscribe to my YouTube Channel here Paper Pumpkin here Today is the last day. Thank you forRead More
Demonstrator Training Program | 2022-23 Blog Hop
Thank you for joining me during the Demonstrator Training Program November Blog Hop. We are so happy that you decided to hop along this month for ideas and inspiration. We are a group of Stampin’ Up!® demonstrators that are taking part in a program to help us build a successfulRead More
Having a Cup of Tea/Coffee
Happy Friday! I do understand that when we drink our coffee, we pull a mug from the cabinet. At least I do! But tonight, we are having a cup of tea/coffee using the Tea Boutique Bundle. For Thursday nights cards, I used the following colors. Blushing Bride Basic White SoftRead More
Stepped-Up Sunday Piggies
Happy Sunday! Did you change your clocks back last night? The first day after turning them back is always difficult for me. Thankfully, today I got up early and did my Stepped-Up Sunday Piggies card and now I am waiting for the delivery of my washer/dryer. Have been following myRead More
Fitting Florets for November
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Season of Thanks
Phew, what a year it has been. But I have accomplished more than I ever thought I would this year. To celebrate, I decided to create cards with the Season of Thanks theme. To accomplish that I used the Art Gallery stamp set and coordinating dies. Let’s take a look.Read More
Simple Saturday/Stepped-Up Sunday
This week for my Simple Saturday/Stepped-Up Sunday cards the focus on the designer series paper and coloring. During Saturday’s video, I fussy cut flowers and leaves from the Hues of Happiness dsp to embellish my card. For Saturday’s card I let the designer series paper do all the work. LookRead More
Colorful Autumn Cards
Welcome back to Gal Friday’s blog. Today’s post features the cards I created during my Thursday Night live. If you happen to miss the live, you can catch the video below for this week’s Colorful Autumn cards. I wanted to create something a bit different and relax during the videoRead More
Thursday Live Lovely in Linen
Back again with another Thursday Night Live. This week we are going to be creating three different style cards using products available in the Lovely in Linen suite. This suite contains the perfect sentiments for any occasion. Here are the three cards that were created. The designer series paper forRead More
Three Different Cards using One Stamp Set
Seems like Thursday snuck up on me this week pretty quickly. I was definitely under the gun this week, because I decided to try something a little different. Instead of creating a trio of cards with one stamp set. I decided to create three different cards using one stamp set.Read More
Demonstrator Training Oct. Blog Hop
Thank you for joining me during the Demonstrator Training Oct.Blog Hop. We are so happy that you decided to hop along this month for ideas and inspiration. We are a group of Stampin’ Up!® demonstrators that are taking part in a program to help us build a successful Stampin’ Up!®Read More
Wishing a Speedy Recovery
This week during my Thursday night live, I decided to focus on cards for those who need a bit of a pick me up. Wishing a Speedy Recovery is an important pick me up. I know because being a caretaker for my husband, I see the ups and down ofRead More
Textured Chic Craft Box
Do you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Leaves of Holly
Yesterday was Simple Saturday in the Gal Friday craft room. If you didn’t know, each Saturday at 11 am (est) I go live to create a simple card. Which some weeks I find difficult. This week I created with the Leaves of Holly stamp set. Today, I stepped up thatRead More
Let’s Go Camping
Last night, during my live, I created three masculine cards using the Campology stamp set. If you didn’t know, each and every Thursday I go live on all my social media sites at 7PM (est). You can see the replay right here. So, let’s go camping. We blended, stamped andRead More
Bottled up in Happiness
Last night, I created 3 beautiful projects using the Bottle Happiness stamp set and coordinating punch. This stamp set has so many possibilities. During my video last night, someone asked how I could do my live with my husband is in the hospital. What you must understand is card making,Read More
Simple Saturday/Stepped-up Sunday
All month, my hubby and I have been knocking things off his bucket list. He is due to have another operation today for his bladder cancer and we are always concerned because of his weak heart. We were able to fulfill his wishes. We finished up his list yesterday, SundayRead More
Leaning towards Masculine
Good morning and Happy Friday! If you joined me last night, thank you. Last night I used the Perched in a Tree and the Ringed with Nature bundles. I believe last night’s projects are leaning towards masculine, others may disagree. Let’s take a look. Unfortunately, I do not have individualRead More
Stepped-Up Sunday
Happy Monday! I know, I know, I am running late with my stepped-up Sunday card. Yesterday, I decided to play catch up and work on some things to promote my business. If you remember, during the simple Saturday video I was playing with the Penguin Place stamp set. Click theRead More
For the Love of Trees
As the days begin to get shorter and the season begins to change, I wanted to celebrate my trees. The trees will soon be bare of leaves with the changing of the seasons. That is why last night was all for the love of trees. You can catch the replayRead More
A Late Stepped-Up Sunday
Happy Monday! I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend. I am a bit late this week with my Sunday card. So, this post is a late stepped-up Sunday post. Why am I late you may ask. Because I have been trying to fulfill some of my husband’s adventures onRead More
Cottage Wreath Bundle
Did you happen to catch last night’s live card class? I created with the Cottage Wreath Live. If you missed it, you can catch the replay here. I used Polished Pink and Blushing Bride with the set. Let’s take a look at each of the cards. This first card wasRead More
Splendid Days in September
If you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Simple Saturday ~ Stepped Up Sunday
Happy Monday! I am running a bit behind, but what else is new on this beautiful Monday. I got a bit carried away yesterday with getting my house in order and never made it back to my craft room. Here is another look at the card from the video onRead More
Let’s Create with Cheerful Basket
Can you believe it is Friday again? Not sure where the days go, but I have to say I love Friday’s. I get to share the PDF for my projects created during Thursday Night Live. So today, let’s create with the Cheerful Basket stamp set and matching dies. Don’t forgetRead More
Gal Friday’s Essential Tool Kit
I have a new kit available; it is the Gal Friday’s Essential Tool Kit! It includes all the tools you need to create amazing cards and projects, plus an adorable, zippered pouch. Note: I am offering the adhesives in this kit at a 20% reduction. each Essential Tool kit includesRead More
Hippest Hippos Sale-a-Bration
Welcome back to another Thursday Night Live post. Last nght we created with the Hippest Hippos Sale-a-Bration products. I hope you enjoyed last night’s video. If you did happen to catch it, you saw that I made a few mistakes. I do not edit my lives or any video forRead More
Halloween on Thursday Night
We celebrated Halloween on Thursday night during my live video, I created with the adorable Best Witches stamp set. This stamp set is from the Mini Holiday catalog. I just love this stamp set because it gives me an opportunity to color. I just love bringing our stamped images toRead More
Step into the Garden
Last night, during my Live, used the Sending Smiles bundle to step into the garden. This bundle is filled with beautiful flowers and amazing dies. I decided to use Highland Heather, Basic White, Gorgeous Grape and a touch of Daffodil Delight. As you may or may not know, I goRead More
Hello Harvest August Craft Box
If you love to create but don’t like to design, cut or score, this club is for you. It includes approximately $15 in free consumable products, several make & takes, and a pdf tutorial. The kit comes in an adorable box for easy and safe storage. This is a monthlyRead More
Non-Traditional Christmas Cards
For years, I listened to non-traditional Christmas carols and used non-traditional Christmas cards. I have to say I was very excited to see the Storybook Gnome Suite in the Stampin’ Up!® Holiday Mini Catalog. This stamp set is perfect for non-traditional cards. Welcome to my Thursday Night Live instructional cardRead More
Decking the Halls
Happy Friday my crafting friends! If you happened to join me last night for my live, you know that we were decking the halls with Boughs of Holly. If you missed the live, you can see the replay on my YouTube channel. I don’t have to tell you, the productsRead More
Most Wonderful Time of the Year
I have been celebrating Christmas in July using products from the newly released Mini Holiday Catalog. The products are so fun, beautiful and showcase the Most Wonderful Time of the Year perfectly. Today, I decided to create using the Christmas Barn bundle. Lots of stamping, coloring and layering. Wouldn’t itRead More
Elegant Trees for Sale
Hello to all my crafty friends! Back again today with another card using the fun and whimsical Trees for Sale stamp set. Today, my card is in white, gold and green. The last few days, I have been creating with the Trees for Sale and matching dies to show theRead More
Mini Catalog Trees for Sale
Hello, my crafty friends and welcome to my blog. I am so happy that you can join me today. This week I am going to focus on a stamp set that I am sure many have overlooked. It is a fun and whimsical stamp set but you can also createRead More
July ~ World Water Coloring Month
This month we pulled out our water painters, ink, stamp pads and pencils and did a few water coloring techniques. We celebrated July ~ World Water Coloring Month! It may seem a bit intimidating, but with practice, you too can watercolor your stamped images. The two cards I am goingRead More
