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Christmas Parade & New Year
Happy New Year’s Eve! You might have noticed I quieted my screen time through the holiday season. It was a time of reflection and focus for me.
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CAS KISS
I like simple black and white cards with a pop of color. When I created these, that’s where I started. Then I found small stamps and sentiments that would work for the size that worked for my vision……
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Inspired By: Little heart Picture
I saw this sweet framed art, probably done by wood pieces, and knew I had to create a card…….
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Just scissors and paper?
Who needs fancy dies when you have scissors and paper? Very different from what I usually do, but loads of fun!
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The little things – keep it simple
When the image says it all…what more do you need?
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Sweet Baby Textured Card
If I’m stuck on a design, I pull out patterned paper, ribbons and my stash of cut bits, backgrounds and embossed scraps…….let the play begin!
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Try, try again….
The hardest part of this card is not what you think! Learn from my mistakes…
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Heaven and Nature Sings
I love the thought of Heaven and Nature singing at the birth of the Lord. It blows my mind. This little mouse definitely fits the bill.
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Fall Blessings & Download
Serenity. There is something about this cart full of autumn goodness that is peaceful. It certainly created that in me when I drew it ❤️ I love fall!
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What inspires you?
Inspiration comes in many forms for me. At times it starts with a photo and not a card. The sentiment doesn’t photograph well, but is very apparent on the finished card. This lovely arrangement inspired the Copic marker color choices. The stamp and die set is from Honeybee stamps, on-the-line Fall florals. When you have…
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Peace Joy & Love…is possible
Honoring Charlie Kirk today. Someone who loved others enough to stand for the truth of God no matter the cost. The impact he made was undeniable. You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Genesis 50:20. Digital stamp by Maurie J Manning Hugs…
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Season of Gratitude – Cards & Keepsakes
Sending gratitude with an elegant card and autumn wreath keepsake. Hug someone you love today and let them know how much they mean to you. “Let your gentleness be evident to all…the Lord is near”. ❤️🍁🍂 As the saying goes, measure twice, cut once. The key to this card is your measurements. You can use…
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Hugs for a friend – Use your stash
Sometimes we need a quick card, and in this case, I needed to send a card to a friend going through a long grieving process to let her know she’s not forgotten. A key for me is to start with the sentiment then pull out my background stash. We all have backgrounds and bits we…
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Celebrate Christmas
It’s a debate. Ready for snow or not? I guess it depends on where you live, but I’m gearing up for the warm fires, crisp air and of course Christmas! How about you? Too soon? This time I’m sharing two versions, but the same techniques for both. There are so many cute images in this…
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Cards & Keepsakes – Next Level Card Creation
Are you stretching your creativity? I have to be learning to prevent boredom, so I’ve challenged myself to do two things. 1. Make the inside of the card unique and pretty and 2. Add an element that can be a keepsake. The Magnet idea was inspired by Tina at Cardsandcoffeetime.com 💝 Recently I posted a…
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Cute Mice Christmas
I’m already thinking about Christmas. The decorations are definitely going up early this year! Peeking through the mouse hole, I think the mice agree with me 🎄🥰. The Very Mice Christmas stamp from Whimsy Stamps is the star of this show. This is an A7 card colored with Copic Markers with all kinds of cuteness…
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Baby Hugs
Ahhh Babies. A gift from heaven. I marvel at the very idea that God formed us all as individuals and we are all fearfully and wonderfully made. (Psalm 139:13-14). I love coloring and painting this wonderful stamp from Whimsy Stamps. Brings me joy to send to a dear friend. This was copic colored. If you…
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Multi-media Card: Fall Hugs
Thinking of you today! Sharing another take on the wonderful Fall foxes from Rabbit Hole Designs and playing with Multi-Media. This handmade card is a multi-step creation that is worth every minute spent! I’ll take you through each step if you would like to try it yourself. Creation… I’ll breakdown each layer, and hopefully it…
