Very Simply Susan

It’s here! Almost. Holiday prep is gonna mean a whole lot more now that we are in high gear getting ready for it. My card today features the bold Christmas Means More set. This set feature big bold sentiments of some of the traditional sayings we associate with holiday movies. For this card, it seemed the stamped sentiment deserved all the attention and I made sure it got it!

The card makes a great WOW card, but I could also see this as a framed decor piece. The holly leaves and pine branches are from the Cherish The Season Suite die cuts and the berries are my favorite Red Rhinestones. I have gone through 3 packs already this year. I think I put them on everything.

The red star is one of the glitter star ornaments colored with Real Red. I used a sponge dauber and kept “daubing” until I got the shade red I liked. I also thought the sentiment needed a vintage look. I thought the houndstooth from the Heartwarming Hugs DSP fit that need well.

This card is all about big and bold and it would certainly bring a smile to anyone face who got it!  The rush is upon us. And the best stress reliever I have found is to find some time to stamp and make cards, tags, decor, gifts, whatever you like. The calm you get from crafting can’t be beat. And all the paper hugs you give this season will be so appreciated after this crazy 2020 year!

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The Giant Year-End Closeout is still happening while supplies last! 

There are still some incredible bargains to be had and the Clearance Rack has been re-stocked as well! How great is that? I have to tell you it is some really fun shopping! See my blog post HERE for more details on this great sale and how to make your list.  Or just click on the image above and start shopping!

If You Love Heartwarming Hugs and Teddy Bears…..

And who doesn’t? This cute little kit coming in December right when you need it features 12 full size cards and matching envelopes. Its a darling way to send a “socially-distanced paper hug” to friends and family near and far. And it could be especially important for family and friends we won’t be able to see this year. Just remember to subscribe by December 10th to get your kit just in time to send some much needed cheer! Click on the image above to subscribe now before this little bear goes away.

This jolly little guy was made using the Snowman Season and Festive Corners stamp sets. I wanted something light and cheery and the Heartwarming Hugs DSP was just the thing! A little Real Red Braided trim and a couple of embellishments set everything off perfectly.

If you like snowman or snow scenes, then the Snowman Season stamp set is perfect for you! With a choice of 3 jolly snowmen designs and a matching punch, your snow adventures can be many! And for unique borders, nothing beats the Festive Corners set. With fall, halloween, holiday and Valentine’s Day borders, you are set for months to come.

And what you cannot see on this card is the touch of sparkle on the snowman. Where I shaded in the snowman with the Light Seaside Spray Stampin’ Blend, I also colored over that with the Wink Of Stella. It tied the glitter in the star on the ribbon trim back to the snowman. Its a small touch, but it makes the card look special and very finished.

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December’s Paper Pumpkin Is Beary, Beary Special! 

You are not going to want to miss the December Paper Pumpkin! It really is “Beary Special”! And the sweetest thing about it is that you will make 12 full sized cards that offer a socially-distanced bear hugs to friends and family near and far! Cute little bear die cuts like the one shown are included as well as everything you need to make the cards and matching envelopes! What a sweet idea. Click on the image above to start your subscription for the most fun kit that gives you fun you can share every month! How great is that?