card making techniques

A Bold Halloween Glow
This bold Halloween card glows with fiery ink blending and a whimsical witch-and-cat duo from the Moonlight Mischief set at AALL & Create. I kept the design grounded with grass from the Frightful Fun die set and accented with vintage Halloween labels.

Bright Books & Big Glasses
I’m thrilled to share that this bright and happy card was featured in the 2025 Fall/Winter issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today magazine! 🦉🍎 It’s a fun nod to back-to-school season — for kids and adults — with its rainbow stack of books, big-eyed owl, and textured alphabet background. I wrapped it up with some black-and-white twine and finished it with one of my favorite sentiments: “You are never too old to learn.” Whether it’s for a teacher, student, or lifelong learner, this card is all about celebrating curiosity and growth — perfect for fall!

Peace & Love at Christmas
A festive holly sprig, a loopy red bow, and a bold, distressed sentiment strip make this Christmas card from the Simon Says Stamp Sugar and Spice release feel like an instant classic. I finished it with sparkling gems against a clean white background for an elegant, timeless look.

A Haunted Storybook Scene
This project was pure Halloween fun! A Storybook House die, a crackled Lava Lamp stencil background, and a quirky cast of characters from the Fright Bites stamp set – all from AALL & Create – turned into a little play on my desk—complete with a bat in a teacup opening the shutters.

Merry & Bright
This “merry & bright” card from the new Simon Says Stamp Sugar and Spice release features inlaid die cuts, festive icons, and a playful color palette. I added sparkle with gold ribbon and a foiled sentiment for a polished finish that feels joyful and modern.

Calm, Bright, and Beautifully Simple
For this Christmas card, I used the October 2025 Clear Stamp of the Month from Spellbinders for the sentiment and paired it with older products in my stash. A glowing city skyline, Santa’s sleigh, and a bold blue sky make this clean and simple design both peaceful and festive.

Cozy Wishes for the Season
For this card, I used the October 2025 Embossing Folder of the Month and the Stamp and Die of the Month Club products from Spellbinders. The embossed background pairs beautifully with the bold red house and simple sentiment, creating a clean and cozy holiday card that’s perfect for sending warm wishes this season.

Guest Designing for AALL & Create: Whimsically Spooky
Kicking off my guest design journey with AALL & Create, I paired my clean-and-simple style with their whimsical “Moonlight Mischief” stamps. A spooky sky, a quirky witch, and her feline sidekick tell the story on this card front. Products are linked on my blog and available from www.aallandcreate.com and stockists worldwide.

STAMPtember® Collaboration: Doodlebug Design
My final STAMPtember® 2025 card is here, featuring the collaboration between Simon Says Stamp and Doodlebug Design! 🦌❄️ With a sweet reindeer, snowy hills, and a festive lamp post, this design wraps up an amazing month of collaborations in the most joyful way. I can’t wait to see what next year brings!

Your Kindness Warms My Heart
This version of Simon Says Stamp’s STAMPtember® Pumpkin Blessings set takes on a softer look with pink tones and the heartfelt sentiment, “Your kindness warms my heart.” Sunflowers and pumpkins add cheerful autumn charm, while twine and gems finish the design with a polished touch. A fresh take on the same set that feels brand new!