Happy Spring!

Are you ready to chase "Old Man Winter" out?  How about sending some cheerful, springy tulip cards with gingham or polka dot bunnies to usher in the warmth?  "Cards By The Yard" are ones that are such fun to make in multiples, and I bring you these today that will be perfect for welcoming Spring!

 I am using standard A2 size bases, Art Philosophy cartridge by Close to My Heart for the frame and tag, and Martha Stewart punches for the flowers and butterflies.  The bunny is my design from last year's Decor Bunny Project shrunk down to 1 1/2 inches.

Enjoy the video on making them!

Happy crafting, and I'll see you again soon!

Exploring Alcohol Inks

This sweet image was colored with Alcohol markers...

now, the question is was it with Copics, Sharpies, or Bics???

This darling old Daisy Kingdom stamp was stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black ink

onto Beckett white cardstock, then colored with alcohol markers.

Thanks to Gina K at StampTV for the recessed image layout inspiration.

Add a satin ribbon from my April Ribbon Kit (coming soon!), a few Prima gems,

and it's a charming card to welcome Spring!

                       Here are a couple of examples done with the different types of markers. 

 I tried to keep it in the same color ranges, and the same number of makers,

 so you could see the comparison.

This photo shows the Copics used on one of the images....

....and this shows the array of Bic markers I used on the other.

Tuesday night at 8:00 eastern time, I will be doing a class on Alcohol Markers.

I hope you will be able to join in!

Bring your markers, images, and play along :)

Click on the UStream icon in the upper right corner of the blog,

and it will take you right to my channel.

All classes are recorded, so if you miss one, you can always go back and catch up!

Happy crafting~



March Ribbon Kit

This gorgeous ribbon collection is perfect for your March creations!

This month's kit features 12 -14 yards of  top quality Offray grosgrain,

luxurious sheers and sparkling specialty trims,

plus such fun accessories as

these beautiful Martha Stewart daisies, and a golden Pot O'Gold!

All of this for just $7.50 plus shipping! (Int'l shipping rates apply)

Hurry, because supplies are limited!