Today I’m playing with the Leaf Fall Embossing Folder and All About Autumn Designer Series Paper. The gorgeous piece of All About Autumn DSP is adhered to the Pumpkin Pie layer, as well as th…
Here's a Perennial Lavender card that works well for the Tic Tac Toe Challenge this week. Perennial Lavender DSP with a Thinking of You wish.
Today’s tutorial is for an eclectic split birthday card. This design displays both sides of the Delightfully Eclectic paper.
Today’s card is a quick and cute card and the perfect way to see both sides of pretty designer series papers. This card starts with the Delightfully Eclectic Designer Series paper. This aweso…
You'll be sending smiles with this card, made with Sending Smiles Stamp Set and Sending Dies. It's part of April Pals Blog Hop's garden theme.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Thoughtful Wishes stamp set bundle from the upcoming 2024-2025 Annual Catalog to create a thank you card to share with you today. I also did a video tutorial for this…
3 Thoughtful Journey Season Ideas. This months Global Stampin Video hop all about seasons through the year.
Read my blog post to find out more about this Thoughtful Journey triptych card. The designer series paper pack is absolutely gorgeous.
Today I have my first sneak peek at new products from the upcoming January to April 2024 Mini Catalogue! It's been a lot of fun making Christmas projects over the last few months, but I am super excited to get into some new ideas to share with you. I have 2 cards for you featuring the lovely Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper and the Heartfelt Hexagon Bundle. (The replay of my my live video is below).The Heartfelt Hexagon Bundle includes a photopolymer stamp set and a matching label punch
I love to find a card pattern that has minimal stamping, features DSP, and can be used over and over with a variety of different papers. This kind of card pattern is perfect for those who get Paper Shares where you get a sample of all the papers in a catalog and need ideas of what to do with it. I think you will definitely want to give this one a try! To make the front of this card, you only need a 3"x 3" piece of DSP, which means you can get 4 cards out of one 6x6 sheet. You can stop there and keep it simple, or you can give the inside pop-up surprise a try. Flight & Airy DSP, greeting from Softly Sophisticated Stamp Set Birds are fussy-cut from Flight & Airy DSP Bee Mine DSP, greeting from Sentimental Park stamp set Bees are fussy cut from Bee Mine DSP Hearts were punched with the Bee Builder punch You can watch how I made these projects in the following video. The measurements are posted below. 3x3 DSP Card Measurements in inches: DSP: 3 x 3 Mat behind DSP: 3-1/8 x 3-1/8 White layer: 3-1/4 x 4-1/2 Mat behind white layer: 3-7/16 x 4-11/16 (or 3-3/8 plus a 16th x 4-5/8 plus a 16th) Card base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, score at 4-1/4 Insert card for the inside to have a pop-up: Base: 8 x 5, score at 4 On the back side of the card, go from the middle score line 1" to the right and 1" to the left and put a small pencil mark. Then go down the center of the line 2" and put a mark. To make it easy to see in your paper trimmer, I recommend marking on the side that will be attached to the card and drawing a pencil line where you are going to score. Then put it in your trimmer and score over the lines you drew. Fold as shown and add little cut out images to the part that is folded in so they pop up when the card is opened (easiest to understand on the video). As I mentioned before, you can keep it simple and skip the pop-up inside piece. I went to town making a bunch of cards using this design with different papers. These are the papers I've tried so far: Trusty Toolbox DSP, greeting from Throughout the Year stamp set Rock & Roll DSP, greeting from Throughout the Year stamp set Lighter than Air DSP, greeting from Hot Air Balloon stamp set Softly Stippled DSP, greeting from Go to Greetings stamp set You can find a picture list of the supplies I used for the first two cards at the end of this post. If you want to know the colors for all of the cards I made, I do go through it in the video. I hope you give this card a try and have fun! Please use the following host code on February orders: TT6M37BV. If your order is over $50, you will get a free gift from me, a free Sale-a-bration item, and a Frequent Stamper Reward point. Yippee! One last thing--I'm hosting a stamping cruise with Cindy Lake October 2024. Click on the photo below to read all about it! Come join us on the ship! Happy Stamping! Marsha Product List Flight & Airy 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [162977] $12.50 Softly Sophisticated Bundle (English) [162947] $23.75 Boho Blue Classic Stampin' Pad [161650] $9.00 Bubble Bath 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161718] $10.00 Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.50 Boho Blue 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161724] $10.00 3/8" (1 Cm) Sheer Ribbon Combo Pack [161635] $12.50 Brushed Brass Butterflies [158136] $10.00 Bee Mine 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [162546] $12.50 Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985] $10.00 Sweet Sorbet 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159268] $10.00 Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119683] $10.00 Sentimental Park Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [160561] $24.00 Sweet Sorbet 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Bordered Ribbon [162558] $8.00 Adhesive Backed Hearts & Flowers [162557] $8.00
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Have your DSP and see the other side, too? Yes! Since Stampin' Up! artists do such an amazing job of coordinating colors and patterns in the DSP package (like the Trusty Toolbox DSP in the SaleABration Mini Catalog), I hate to glue it all down and miss the back side.…
* I was so lucky and was able to attend the Stampin' UP! Onstage Event at Houston Texas this month! Onstage is ran by Stampin' UP! and is where we learn how to use to new products "Onstage" and we celebrate a years worth of achievements "Onstage". Thus the name...Onstage! This is the first one in person since 2019!!! At these events of course there is some Card Swapping (organized and general), 3D Swapping, and gift giving, Below I have it organized as such so you can scroll and see what you like best! Under each image is the name of the stamper (if known) and a link the stamp set they used. *Stampin' UP! image above was made using little color squares and was like a giant paint by numbers. It took takes to make and many demonstrators to help! It turned out beautiful! **Some swaps were missing names attached and you will see them listed as Mystery Stamper Queens of the Stamp Age at Onstage Left to Right Top: Natalie White, Brandi Barnard, Kristie Hamilton, Kasia, Shannon West, Rachael Coon, Lynda Day, Sherri Robison, Amelia Hurst, Paula Skeen, Karen Hoffman, Bottom: Tricia Williams, Candice Anderson, Chelsey Christensen, ?, Melissa Colliage (bonus Queen) Front: Ashley Van Camp Queens Swaps By Brandi Barnard (Team Leader) Bright Skies By Amelia Hurst Hooray For Surprises Dies By Amelia Hurst Mini Alphabet Dies By Candice Anderson Filled with Fun Dies By Kristie Hamilton Painted Lavender By Paula Skeen Simply Sparkling Bundle By Paula Skeen Just Kiddin' Suite Collection By Melanie Williams Ice Cream Swirl Bundle By Tricia Williams Retired By Karen Hoffman By Lynda Day Filled with Fun Bundle General Swaps By Nicole Wrigley Bee Mine Valentine (Suite retiring soon, bundle carries over) By Ellen L. Mosti-Barner Christmas Everywhere Kit By Stella McKay Latte Love By Shauna Tackett Unknown set, but love the cookie idea, it just didn't make the journey home. By Diane Haman Cheerful Daisies By Martha Swift Magnolia Mood Dies By Glenda Hennick Perennial Lavender Suite (retiring soon) By Mystery Stamper Painted Lavender Bundle By Lisa Tedder Latte Love By Renee Bowkett Submarine Life Bundle By Angie Rothert By Joan Beard Bee My Valentine By Lu Inman By Kris Callaham Perennial Postage By Mystery Stamper Simply Zinnia By Geri Grinstead Simply Zinnia By Mystery Stamper Simply Zinnia By Nancy Peters Let's Go Shopping (retiring soon) By Maria Mitsdarfer Quiet Reflection By Mystery Stamper Latte Love By Corie Urey Bee My Valentine By Mystery Stamper By Brenda Marshall Thoughtful Expressions By Melissa Colledge Rock Star Bundle By Roberta Layton Doggone Friendly By Denise Shriver Thoughtful Expressions Gifts By Amelia Hurst Cutest Cows Bundle By Lynda Day Cutest Cows By Lynda Day (Cute Cow socks were inside) Cutest Cows By Lynda Day Cutest Cow By Tricia Williams By Shannon West Retired By Chelsey Christensen Tailor Made Tags By Paula Skeen Filled With Fun Dies By Karen Hoffman Alphabet a la Mode Dies By Melanie Williams Hooray For Surprises By Amelia Hurst Bee My Valentine & Cracker & Treat Box Dies (retiring soon) By Candice Anderson Hot Air Balloon Bundle By Brandi Barnard (cute key chain inside mini bag) Bright Skies Bundle By Candice Anderson Retired If you are a Demonstrator already and ever wonder if Onstage is worth it...it totally is! I came back so inspired and my friendships grew faster in 3 days than in 10 years "knowing" them. I hope to see YOU at next year's Onstage in North Carolina! Happy Stampin' Everyone!!!
Hello Stampin’ Friends ~ Today I’m going to share more of the cards that I made using the Split Card Technique. This technique is quick -n- easy on only uses a 4″ x 4″ piece…
I'm a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator sharing creative projects and stamping techniques to inspire you in card making, memory keeping, and paper crafting of all kinds.
Raise your hand if you remember these super handy notepad holders!!? I think I started making these about 15 years ago. I keep one in my car so that I always have a notepad ready without the paper being all wrinkled up! Easy to Make! I cut my designer paper (Delightful Floral used here) to about 7' x 10'.. always measure your clear case before cutting! Create a focal point to add to the DSP - I used the Fluffiest Friends bundle. Use a clear standard stamp case from Stampin' Up!, slip the DSP inside. Adhere a mini legal
Sunshine and Rainbows DSP with the Biggest Wish. (CLICK PHOTO for more photos and details.) Shown above is a bright and cheery birthday fun fold card I’ve designed using the Sunshine & Rainbows DSP pack. I really think this card would be cute for congrats, get well, thinking of you, etc…you could easily change up […]
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Hello Crafter's, I hope you are keeping safe and well. Another month gone and a new month beginning with another Sheet Load of Cards from call Me Crafty Al. And there is no stopping the lovely designs she comes up with, they are just lovely and challenge me every month. I have used Heart Warming Hugs DSP for this months cards, loving the Christmassy feel to them, and my lovely monthly card group will be making one of these cards in the online class on Thursday 19 November, if you wish to purchase the beautiful papers to make a few of your own please follow this link and it will take you to my online shop. The Wreath Builder die item number 152722 has been my most used die the last few weeks. Head over to see what the other collaborators have created using this lovely design. Find out how to download the November 2020 SheetLoad of Cards, here: https://youtu.be/IBthJXAJkho If you create cards using this month’s SheetLoad, make sure to use the following hashtags: #suysnov2020 #showusyoursheetload Get more details on how to “Show Us Your SheetLoad”, here: https://youtu.be/8r6JbbGfWmo Make sure to check out all of the SheetLoad collaborators! YouTube Team: Call Me Crafty Al / Alicia: https://www.youtube.com/callmecraftyal/videos Bourbon Creek Crafts / Beth: https://www.youtube.com/bourboncreekcrafts/videos Cool Cakes and Crafts with Amalia / Amalia: https://www.youtube.com/user/petunia10466/videos Creative Chelsey / Chelsey: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCszCS397ptot3vJdvLCirTg/videos Deb Houck’s Crafty Cottage / Deb: https://www.youtube.com/c/DebHoucksCraftyCottage-DahliaDesigns/videos Lil Crafty Nook / Nikki: https://www.youtube.com/user/musicaligirl58/videos Mel’s Card Corner / Melissa: https://www.youtube.com/melscardcorner/videos Scrapping for Less / Teresa: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV_oc92wpRz495Cp1qYK4VQ/videos Stmpgrl / Paige: https://www.youtube.com/user/stmpgrl/videos Blog Team: Airbornewife Stamping / Pam: http://airbornewifestamping.blogspot.com Danni’s Dreams / Danni: http://dannisdreamscrafts.blogspot.com/ Stamp with Sandie / Sandie: http://stampwithsandie.blogspot.com/ Instagram Team: @craftaholicmomma / Stacy: https://www.instagram.com/craftaholicmomma/ @deneen03 / Deneen: https://www.instagram.com/deneen03/ @fuzzyslippersdesigns / Moriah: https://www.instagram.com/fuzzyslippersdesigns/ @lizzies_happy_mail / Elizabeth: https://www.instagram.com/lizzies_happy_mail @scrpbkgrl / Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/scrpbkgrl/ Keep safe and well until next time
Hello Crafter's, I hope you are keeping safe and well. Another month gone and a new month beginning with another Sheet Load of Cards from call Me Crafty Al. And there is no stopping the lovely designs she comes up with, they are just lovely and challenge me every month. I have used Heart Warming Hugs DSP for this months cards, loving the Christmassy feel to them, and my lovely monthly card group will be making one of these cards in the online class on Thursday 19 November, if you wish to purchase the beautiful papers to make a few of your own please follow this link and it will take you to my online shop. The Wreath Builder die item number 152722 has been my most used die the last few weeks. Head over to see what the other collaborators have created using this lovely design. Find out how to download the November 2020 SheetLoad of Cards, here: https://youtu.be/IBthJXAJkho If you create cards using this month’s SheetLoad, make sure to use the following hashtags: #suysnov2020 #showusyoursheetload Get more details on how to “Show Us Your SheetLoad”, here: https://youtu.be/8r6JbbGfWmo Make sure to check out all of the SheetLoad collaborators! YouTube Team: Call Me Crafty Al / Alicia: https://www.youtube.com/callmecraftyal/videos Bourbon Creek Crafts / Beth: https://www.youtube.com/bourboncreekcrafts/videos Cool Cakes and Crafts with Amalia / Amalia: https://www.youtube.com/user/petunia10466/videos Creative Chelsey / Chelsey: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCszCS397ptot3vJdvLCirTg/videos Deb Houck’s Crafty Cottage / Deb: https://www.youtube.com/c/DebHoucksCraftyCottage-DahliaDesigns/videos Lil Crafty Nook / Nikki: https://www.youtube.com/user/musicaligirl58/videos Mel’s Card Corner / Melissa: https://www.youtube.com/melscardcorner/videos Scrapping for Less / Teresa: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV_oc92wpRz495Cp1qYK4VQ/videos Stmpgrl / Paige: https://www.youtube.com/user/stmpgrl/videos Blog Team: Airbornewife Stamping / Pam: http://airbornewifestamping.blogspot.com Danni’s Dreams / Danni: http://dannisdreamscrafts.blogspot.com/ Stamp with Sandie / Sandie: http://stampwithsandie.blogspot.com/ Instagram Team: @craftaholicmomma / Stacy: https://www.instagram.com/craftaholicmomma/ @deneen03 / Deneen: https://www.instagram.com/deneen03/ @fuzzyslippersdesigns / Moriah: https://www.instagram.com/fuzzyslippersdesigns/ @lizzies_happy_mail / Elizabeth: https://www.instagram.com/lizzies_happy_mail @scrpbkgrl / Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/scrpbkgrl/ Keep safe and well until next time
Three different, and easy to make, card layouts designed with DSP that you can make. Card making project features the Flowering Zinnias DSP, but you can create with any patterned paper.
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Don't you love it when the pretty front of your card is STILL showing once the card is opened? This fabulous fancy fold - the Extended Z Fold - creates the perfect way to have a pretty card front and a full card experience all together. With the gold foil…
If you love pretty paper and want a fantastic variety of scrapbook and card-friendly designs, I highly recommend Stampin’ Up! Delightfully Eclectic Designer Series Paper. You get 48 - 12 x 12 double s
Launching today! We have a bunch of new Online Exclusives in my Online Store today. These are products you won't find in any publication. They're new and current and oh so fun! Some of these products may sell out and will not be restocked. So if you love something, grab it! There's lots to choose from and there's something for everyone. Today I'm sharing an amazing card that features four brand new Online Exclusive products. First is the gorgeous DSP! This is the A Little Latte DSP. The DSP is so fun and has a stunning color combination! You'll want this. The cups are die cut directly from the DSP with the NEW Latte Love Dies. These dies coordinate with the Latte Love Stamp Set (not used on this card). If you love the paper you'll want to get the bundle. Next is the greeting, it's from the NEW Comforting Thoughts Set. This set has some incredible greetings for family and friends struggling through some rough times. The greeting is die cut with the NEW Happy Little Things Dies. This two piece label die set is amazing! For the rest of my card I used the Foursquare Masks with some Shimmery White Embossing Paste. It's been a while since I pulled out Embossing Paste. I was reminded how amazing it is! I colored the paste with a tiny bit (one or two drops) of Petal Pink Ink Refill. This tinted the paste so that it wasn't stark white and blended into the background more. Don't forget to clean your mask and other Embossing Paste tools immediately so that the paste doesn't dry on your tools. I have a full supply list below. You can shop for these products in my Online Store. Shop the new Online Exclusives today! Shop my Online Store. Thanks for looking, see you soon!!! Supplies: Comforting Thoughts NEW Online Exclusive Early Espresso Cardstock Petal Pink Cardstock Basic White Cardstock A Little Latte DSP NEW Online Exclusive Early Espresso Ink Petal Pink Ink Refill Shimmery Embossing Paste Palette Knifes Foursquare Masks Silicone Craft Sheet Essentials Baker's Twine Countryside Corners Dies Latte Love Dies NEW Online Exclusive Happy Little Things Dies NEW Online Exclusive Cut and Emboss Machine
Have you tried a Stack & Cut before? It's a simple concept that really is genius. And if you like quilts, you're going to like this...and how simply the cards go together. There are any number of ways to do a Stamp & Cut. Some are simple and others just a little less simple. Simply stack up 3-5 pieces of 4" x 5 1/4" Designer Series Paper (DSP), cut it into several pieces in different directions, then mix up the pieces before adhering them to the card base. I chose to use the
When the moon rises over the mountains, on the horizon, it is huge! With an imagination, it can turn into a heart; perfect for a Valentine. The stitched heart is from the Bouquet Of Love Stamp Set,
Something Fancy Before I get to making this card, I want to announce that I am selling Mystery Boxes of retired Stampin' Up product. The...
SU!P FRIENDS! I have to admit when I saw the Favored Flowers DSP in the Sale-A-Bration brochure, I thought it wasn't something that I thought I needed--it was so black and just didn't appeal to me. But I was needing some more freebies so I ordered it thinking I would give it away as a prize. But I've invited a couple friends over to make cards and wanted to have a good variety for them to pick from, so I used this paper which coordinates with the Fragrant Flowers Bundle, and wow---I'm so glad I gave it a try! This rich and beautiful paper is only available until the end of February, or as supplies last! You can pick it for a FREE gift with a $50 order! Check out my Online Store here:) https://www.stampinup.com/ Please use HOST CODE: DRBBRVFJ or contact me by email at:) [email protected] or by Messenger on Facebook to place your order for you! Product List 160460 $48.50 149653 $125.00 160833 $12.00 155574 $9.25 155613 $9.25 121045 $9.25 157764 $10.00 132708 $6.00 147277 $9.50 155554 $18.00 129053 $30.00 158135 $7.50 160582 $8.00 We only have 12 more days to Sale-A-Brate, and one of the products has already sold out! The Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper is no longer available so make sure you get any of the products you've been thinking about before they're gone for good! Thanks so much for stopping by😊
I used the Stampin’ Up! Latte Love stamp set bundle from the upcoming Online Exclusives to make a quick card to share with you today. I made this card out on my Instagram account this mornin…
Scrap busing ideas in Card Making Tutorial Stampin' Up! UK 2021 Shop Online www.smithscraftycreations.stampinup.net
This sweet floral pattern from the Stampin’ Up! Forever Love Designer Series Paper (DSP) collection gets chic “styling" from the shutter card technique. The best news of all is that it’s simpl
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Thanks so much for joining me yesterday for Pinwheel card video tutorial on my weekly Facebook live video series!! If you missed the video to see how to put together these amazing Pinwheel Tower cards, scroll to the bottom to catch the replay! My creation includes Polished Pink, Melon Mambo and Granny Apple Green cardstock, the Shaded Summer stamp set, PLUS 2 sneak peeks from the upcoming Aug-Sept Sale-a-Bration gift selection: Summer Shadows dies (coordinates with Shaded Summer set), and the Beautifully Penned designer paper! I love the contrast and bright cheery colors when the
Paper Blooms DSP & Pretty Perennials Bundle See the Cute Acetate Box I made to match the Card Set!!! I Love it!! I used the same layout on...
Sale-A-Bration is your last chance to get this oh, so, chic Stampin’ Up! Favored Flowers Designer Series Paper FREE with an order of $50 or more (total before shipping and tax). Sale-A-Bration ends T
Hello Fellow Stampers, This is a new product that will be available on March 5. The DSP is gorgeous. How cute are these coffee cups. Please use the February Host Code WJH3NYRE if your order is under $250. Thank You. The reason I ask you to do this is so I can collect the rewards that you wouldn't get and that is how I can send you a small gift. A Card Measurements A4. Base 10.5 x 29.7 cm Score @ 14.9cm, 7.4cm DSP 10 x 14.4cm 10 x 6.5 cm x2 What is Happening in February! Sale A Bration starts January 4 - February 29 For every $90 you can pick a level 1 item for free or $180 a level 2 item more you spend the more you can get free product. Stamp sets, DSP,Ribbon,embellishments, bundle etc. Sale A Bration is the best time to join my team of crafters. Why! Because you get more free stuff! Choice 1. For $169 you get to spend $235 on anything from the Annual Catalogue and the Mini January-April catalogue plus you will get a Stampin’ Up Glass Studio mat with a silicone mat and cleaner valued at $106. Choice 2. For $169 you get to spend $235 plus another $51 so that’s $286 . Seriously think about it! New Mini Catalogue for January/April order yours now! Fill out the form is in the catalog area above page. February Host Code WJH3NYRE Please use if your order is under $250 at the checkout. By doing this I will be able to send you goodies with a hand made Card from me. This month's Free goody is card kit with an any order but you will need to add the Host Code to receive it. If your order is over $250 no need to use the Host Code you will receive the rewards. But I will still send you a gift and Hand made card. Live in Australia! and you would like the latest Catalogue. Please email on cheryl_hurst@hot mail.com and I will send it out to you. Time to order your new Mini Catalogue! On to the catalogue page. My Links are below. I would love for you to join me there. and here on my blog. Shop: http://www3.stampinup.com/ECWeb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=4021674 My blog: https://cherylhurst.blogspot.com/ My Pinterest:https://pin.it/1MYK6qS Catalogues:https://www.stampinup.com.au/categories/sales-specials/sale-a-bration/level-1 Face book Page: https://www.facebook.com/churst/ YouTube https://youtube.com/@cherylhurst7835 Thinking of Joining as a Stampin' Up Demonstrator? here are 10 reasons to join. 1. 20% discount on retail purchases 2. Join friends with the same interests 3. You DON'T need to sell, or anything else 4. Join and you can stay as a Demonstrator until end of (June ) if you don't purchase anything else. than a pending month July 5. Yes there is a quarterly minimum if you want to stay $467.65 6.You can buy supply items that customers cannot. 7. You get to pre-order from the new catalogues before the public 8. you get catalogues earlier sent to you 9. you can go to SU 10. Spend $169 and get $235 to spend on your stater kit. Sale A Bration check the special to join 🔝 Join my Team Here: https://www.stampinup.com.au/join/?demoid=4021674&viatoken=true If you need help please reach out to me either via email [email protected] or phone 0432 711 287 we have a special Face Book group only team members plus access to a larger group and Plus monthly team giveaways Because We all need to be Spoilt. Cheers Cheryl
Today I'm sharing a fun stack cut and shuffle technique. A card design created with 3 pieces of 6x6 patterned paper and no waste!
Oh my goodness – May 2nd is fast approaching — Are you ready? it means we can finally order every single item from the new 2023-24 Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog. I. cannot. wait. I&…
Expand your creativity with this super quick and easy center pop up fun fold card. Trust me when I say you will have so much fun creating these cards that you won't be able to stop at just one
