Washi Tape

Have you tried the Washi Tape? 

It is really fun to use and is functional as well. 

This is one of the two cards using the Washi tape. 

It is similar to the card that I had at the last Stamp Along. This stamp, Wildflower Meadow, and matching folder are fun to use. They come together in a bundle so you can save 15% by getting them together. That makes it even more fun! 

They make it easy to make an elegant looking card. 

How do you like the new Artisan Label Punch? 

It adds a nice frame for your greeting.

There are several greetings in the coordinating stamp set, Label Love. 

Partial Swallowtail

Another Swallowtail? 

Yes, I love this stamp! 

When I saw this card on Ann Schach's blog, I knew that  I wanted to do a similar one. 

This is what I came up with and will be offered at the Stamp Along at Festival on Thursday. 

These are some of the other cards that will be available at the coming Stamp Along. 

The one in front with the anchor was inspired by Diana Gibbs.

Which five will you choose to make?

Swallowtail returns with others

Of course, the Swallowtail is back! Have you noticed that there has been a different Swallowtail card at each and every Stamp Along since January? 

This stamp is so versatile! 

It works with so many techniques and is good for so many occasions! 

The fourth of July is coming soon so there is  Patriotic flavor to the card on the left.

Which of these cards do you plan to make?

Quatrefancy Specialty Paper with Secret Garden

This card has a scene on the inside that shows through the window on the front. 
What do you think the technique is on the inside? 

Leave a comment on this post for one free card at the Monday Stamp Along at the Lester Library. 
Hope to see you there! 

This and That...

Today I had the opportunity to help someone make a keepsake for a neighbor that is graduating.

This new product is just the thing for a quick and easy gift. 

I cut the letters and numbers with the Big Shot and sponged the edges. 

The inside pages are all designed so there is no need to worry are background. So easy to put the pictures in and add a caption. 

I did have her write the captions in her own handwriting. That is what makes a keepsake like this so special. 

I did use the sayings from a set that has just retired. 

We added some items that will bring back memories for the graduate and she added a note to encourage him to continue to add notes, pictures, and other meaningful items to the book. 

It was a fun time and really went together quickly. 

I will be getting more of these books for a quick scrapbook for short trips!