What do you think of lime green and pink for a Holiday card? I have another striped card for you today! This time, I tried my hand at wreath-making (on a card). I used the “Hang Ups” stamp set by Paper Smooches to create a wreath all my own. Have you seen this stamp set? […]
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It’s a Big Deal card
This week the Paper Smooches Trend Watch Challenge was STRIPES! That’s when I had to get creative. I couldn’t find any whole pieces of striped paper in my stash, nor did I have a stripey stamp to use. SO…here’s my paper-piecing striped card. This is from the stamp set by Paper Smooches called “Think Fast” […]
How to sew Baby Burp Cloths
Have you heard?!? I am a grandma!! And when I found out I was going to be a grandma…the first thing I did was go shopping for FABRIC. These Designer Burp Cloths are so soft and beautiful. And every mom needs a stack of them. I got all of these fabrics from JoAnn’s. They are […]
Paper Smooches Fall Leaves Card
Fall is a magical time, with its changing colors and falling leaves. I’ve known for a while that I needed to make a card about this time of year using one of my favorite Paper Smooches characters, the little monster! And of course, what would that little monster be doing at this time of year? […]
Exciting News — Paper Smooches Challenge Winner!
I have some exciting news: my card was chosen as a Paper Smooches Challenge Winner! Paper Smooches is one of my favorite stamp companies…I think I just *may have more of these stamps than any other! I love how fun and happy the images and sentiments are. Here is the card that caught their eye: […]
Batty For You card
I know it’s just after Halloween, but I had to get one more card in there for the holiday! Today I’m participating in The Alley Way Stamp Challenge. Here’s the inspiration photo: I was inspired by the siding on the house, and those slats became the background to my card. I’ve never used The Alley […]
Peach Week Wrap Up
If you missed any of the great peach recipes, here’s a quick wrap-up! Mmmmm….I LOVE all these peach treats! Fresh Peach Cobbler Peach Mango Salsa (for salad or chicken or tacos!) Fresh Peach Muffins (with Brown Sugar Streusel) Homemade Peach Jam Peach Freezing Tips Grilled Peach Salad I loved having Peach Week! I think we’ll do […]
Happy Halloween card
Can you believe that tomorrow is Halloween? I really can’t. But today I have a quick Halloween card to share. I played with some distress inks for this one to (try) to mimic a sunset… I used Kristina Werner’s adorable cat in a pumpkin and sentiment for this one. Love them! I heat embossed them […]
Taste Test Tuesday — Starbucks vs. Dutch Brothers Hot Chocolate
Welcome to our Taste Test Tuesday Hot Chocolate Throwdown! Today, we are highlighting two powerhouses in hot chocolate: Starbucks vs. Dutch Brothers. We wanted to include Seattle’s Best (because I LOVE their hot chocolate…they even serve it up with a little chocolate swizzle stick); unfortunately, there aren’t any Seattle’s Best near us anymore. They all […]
Dose of Sunshine Monday: Happiness is…
“Happiness is not so much in having as in sharing.” I agree with that statement. Do you? I had such a great time handing out my Halloween Treat Sacks to my neighbor kids and my nephews over the weekend. In no time flat, they had those things torn apart and the candy devoured! But it […]
Hi I'm Kari. I'm a creator, a card maker, and a day maker! I am Lucky in love to a supportive husband, blessed to raise 3 kids (all moved away now!), and happy to be watched over by 2 dogs. I originally started this blog to remind me to be happy amid adversity, and I hope it inspires you, too!
