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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Touch of Crafty Charm!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today, the world celebrates the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a day where green reigns supreme, shamrocks dance in the breeze, and the luck of the Irish is celebrated far and wide. What better way to honor this festive occasion than by crafting a card that embodies the essence of this joyous day?

Today I’ve conjured up a delightful ode to St. Patrick’s Day with my latest creation – a green and gold card adorned with a charming shamrock made of die-cut hearts. Let’s dive into the enchanting details …

The heart of our design lies in the Radiating Stitches Dies – a set that allows you to create intricate shapes with ease. By arranging these die-cut hearts in the shape of a shamrock, we capture the essence of luck and love intertwined. But what’s a shamrock without its stem? Fear not, for crafting the stem is as easy as a flick of the wrist with a circle punch. Simply punch twice from the edge of your cardstock, and voila – the perfect stem to complete our shamrock.

Now, let’s talk about the greeting which comes from the Throughout the Year stamp set. In crafting, there’s a technique called omitting – covering up part of the image and inking only the part you want to stamp. This technique adds depth and dimension to your creations. For our St. Patrick’s Day card, we’ve used this technique to highlight a festive message. And what better way to frame our greeting than with a gold mat, reminiscent of a shimmering coin found at the end of a rainbow? Then embellished with more gold from our Blooming Pearls collection.

But the magic doesn’t stop there. The background of our card is embossed with the Countryside Blossoms Embossing Folder to give it a Celtic look, paying homage to the rich cultural heritage of Ireland. Image each swirl and knot which tells a story of tradition and folklore, adding an extra layer of charm to our St. Patrick’s Day creation. Bringing it all together is the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day – a day filled with laughter, joy, and a touch of mischief. This card captures the essence of this beloved holiday.

From my crafting home to yours, may your St. Patrick’s Day be filled with laughter, love, and the magic of handmade creations. Sláinte!

Thank you / Buíochas for joining me today!

Get Egg-cited for Easter with the Excellent Eggs Bundle!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With Easter just around the corner, it’s time to hop into the spirit of the season with creativity and joy. Whether you’re preparing for family gatherings, church events, or simply looking for some delightful activities to engage in, the Excellent Eggs Bundle is here to add an extra dose of fun to your celebrations.

The Excellent Eggs Bundle features two key components: the Excellent Eggs Stamp Set and the Excellent Eggs Dies. This dynamic duo opens up a world of possibilities for Easter-themed crafting and creativity.

The stamp set offers a charming array of Easter eggs, a bunny, and festive sentiments, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your projects. Meanwhile, the dies provide precision-cut shapes that complement the stamp designs beautifully, allowing you to create intricate, professional-looking crafts with ease.

One of the most exciting aspects of the Excellent Eggs Bundle is its versatility. Whether you’re making gift tags, name tags for daycare or church functions, or simply crafting for the sheer joy of it, these tools have you covered. Wouldn’t this make the cutest name tag?

Imagine the delight on children’s faces as they receive personalized Easter tags adorned with colorful eggs and adorable bunnies. And speaking of children, why not involve them in the creative process? Stamp the images and let them color them to take home—a wonderful activity for daycare centers, classrooms, or family gatherings.

But the fun doesn’t stop there. With the Excellent Eggs Bundle, the possibilities are truly endless. Create Easter-themed cards to send to loved ones, decorate gift bags or baskets with festive accents, or even design your own custom wrapping paper for extra-special presents.

Easter is all about coming together as a family and celebrating the joy of springtime. With the Excellent Eggs Bundle, you can infuse your festivities with even more creativity and laughter.

This Easter, make memories that will last a lifetime with the Excellent Eggs Bundle. From crafting adorable gift tags to hosting creative coloring sessions with the kids, there’s no limit to the fun you can have with these delightful tools. With the Excellent Eggs Bundle by your side, this year’s celebrations are sure to be egg-ceptional.

Thank you for joining me today, hope your day is a good one!

“A Season of Reflection and Gratitude: A Message This Christmas”

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Merry Christmas Stampin’ Friends,

On this Christmas Eve I write to you as you may have noticed my absence over the past few days, and I wanted to take a moment to share a glimpse of why these days have been incredibly precious to me.

This year has been marked by a profound loss for my family. In October, we said goodbye to my great grandson, Armani. His departure left a void that seemed insurmountable. But amidst this heartache, something beautiful emerged—our family grew closer, drawing strength from each other in a way we hadn’t before. (I was helping him put his Christmas presents together last year).

The past few days and during Christmas are about cherishing every moment with my family. We’ve held each other a little tighter, laughed a little louder, and found solace in being together during this holiday season. That little boys love touched so many. 

In the midst of this personal journey, I’ve been profoundly moved by the unwavering support you’ve shown me, both personally and in my stamping business. Your kindness, messages of encouragement, and understanding during this time have meant the world to me. Your support has been a source of comfort, and I’m deeply grateful for each and every one of you who has been there for me.

From the depths of my heart, I wish you a blessed Christmas. May the holiday be filled with warmth, peace, and the joy of being surrounded by those you hold dear. 

Merry Christmas my friends ~