If you've followed me for a while, you know I love creating thoughtful, trendy, and practical gifts—and one of my favorites to add a paper crafting flair to cute towels! There’s just something so special about combining our creativity with a useful item, and I’m excited to share my latest project featuring the Terrific Toadstools Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.

This project came together so easily thanks to the precious images and coordinating punch in this bundle. Taking inspiration from the colors in the towel, I selected papers and ink shades that complement the design of the toadstools on the towels. 

If you missed my Live this past week on Facebook and YouTube, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! The project demonstration is available for you to watch below.  Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just getting started, I hope this video will inspire you to create your own trendy towel gift set.

Ready to get started into this fun project? Leave a comment if you'd like for me to send you the cutting measurements.
The Terrific Toadstools Bundle is available now in my Online Store! This bundle is perfect for all kinds of projects—from cards to home decor and, of course, gift items like these towels.

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You may have noticed that toadstools are popular and the Terrific Toadstools Bundle hits the mark for that trend.   Last week on our livestream, we shared a sweet fun fold card that will be so easy for you to re-create!

Watch the recording below to see the process and tips for using this bundle!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card Base is cut 4 1/4" x 11".  Score at 2 3/4" and 8 1/4".
• Toadstool Garden DSP (FREE with a qualifying purchase): Cut 2 pieces at 2 1/2" x 4".
• Wrap and apply ribbon after adhering patterned paper pieces.
• Punch toadstool pieces from Basic White before stamping.

Join in on the toadstool trend and craft your own little "mushroom" garden on your cards or scrapbook pages.  It's a great way to usher in the upcoming season even though we are still freezing for a while!

Get your trendy Terrific Toadstools Bundle today in the Online Store and get this precious coordinating paper FREE when your order totals $60 or more!  Stay tuned for more inspiring ideas throughout the week!

Happy New Year, friends! 🌟

As we step into a fresh year, it’s the perfect time to let our creativity shine and spread a little love through the art of paper crafting.

This week’s LIVE was all about creating heartfelt projects with the Hearts of Elegance Bundle and the beautiful Marbled Elegance Specialty Designer Series Paper.

These gorgeous products are a match perfect for creating Valentine’s Day cards, love notes, or thoughtful keepsakes to share with your loved ones. From die-cut hearts to rich, marbled patterns, this combination allows you to craft with beauty and grace.

During the LIVE broadcast, we showcased two heartfelt projects that you can easily recreate at home. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out, these designs are versatile and can be adapted to match your personal style.

If you missed the broadcast, you can catch the replay where I walk you through the projects step by step.

Lisa's Inklings (Card):

• Base: Real Red is 5 1/2 x 8 1/2  
• Two pieces of DSP- one is 2 x 4 1/4 and 1 3/4 x 4 and a small die cut heart
• Basic White: Embossed die cut heart, 7/8 x 3 3 1/4 for sentiment, and 4 x 5 1/4 for the inside.

(Bag)

• DSP: 6 x 6 scored at 1 3/4, 2 3/4, 4 1/2, and 5 1/2.  Turn and score at 1" for the bag bottom. Die cut a small heart.
• Basic White: Die Cut heart

Both the Hearts of Elegance Bundle and the Marbled Elegance Specialty Designer Series Paper are available in the Online Section of the Online Store. Don’t wait too long—these items are sure to be favorites this season!

 Use the instructions and inspiration from the LIVE to craft something special. Whether it’s a heartfelt card for Valentine’s Day or a little handmade bag with a sweet treat, your creations will surely spread peace, hope, and light.

Let’s make 2025 a year filled with creativity and connection. I can’t wait to see how you use these products to share your love and light with others. Be sure to share your projects—I’d love to celebrate your creativity with you!

Here's a gift card holder that you can make in minutes! You'll need an envelope, some card stock and a few pieces of patterned paper.  Embellish as you wish!

The how-to video is below!

Lisa's Inklings:

• (2) 2 1/2" x 4" patterned paper
• (2) 2 3/4"  x 4 1/4" coordinating patterned paper
• (1) 2 3/4" x 4 1/4" piece of coordinating card stock and 1" x 8" of same color CS for belly band.
• Envelope measures 4 1/2" x 5 7/8".

Make this one in minutes for those last minute cash or gift card gifts.  Adding your handmade touch makes your gifts extra special!

Tea, anyone?  Here's an easy little package that you can make with four scores on a 6" x 6" piece of patterned paper.

Follow the step by step how-to in today's video tutorial.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Patterned paper is cut 6" x 6".
• With one set of points on the 6" mark, score 1/2" on each side of that line.
• Turn to line up other two points and score 1 1 /2" off that 6" line.
• Fold as shown in the video.

Use this packaging idea for more than just tea bags!  Try cash, gift cards, wrapped flat candies like Ghirardelli squares! 

Make this assembly as easy as can be with a Simply Scored Scoring Tool. 
Don't have one?
Put it on your Christmas wish list then contact me with your loved ones email address and I will let them know!

Enjoy using your paper crafting supplies for holiday packaging adding your special heartfelt touch to your gifts.

The holiday season is upon us, and it's a great time to create DIY gift packaging with your paper crafting supplies. In this week's LIVE video, we demonstrated how to create an adorable milk carton-style box. This project is sized perfectly for bath bombs, wrapped candies, or other small gifts! 

There’s something special about giving a gift that’s packaged in something handmade. This milk carton-style box is not only functional; it's so much fun to make. Whether you’re gifting a spa-like bath bomb or a selection of sweet treats, this little box makes it feel even more personal and festive.

Watch the video below to see how this project comes together step by step:

Why the Simply Scored Scoring Tool?

The Simply Scored Scoring Tool is a paper crafter’s best friend, especially for 3D projects like this milk carton box. It allows you to create perfect, even score lines, ensuring your boxes and bags come out just right every time. Whether you’re making gift boxes, treat bags, or other dimensional projects, this tool is a must-have in your crafting space.

Ready to Get Started?

Visit my online store to shop for the products you need to make this project. Be sure to check out the Simply Scored Scoring Tool—it’s an essential tool for all your box, bag, and 3D paper crafting projects. Happy crafting, and may your holiday season be filled with creativity and joy!

As we begin Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., I thought I'd share a remake from a past project...a Thanksgiving table favor.  This is a little bag to hold mints or a little gift and you can customize it to go with your tablescape or any event.

Here's the video, along with a pretty napkin fold by my husband, Jackie.  Enjoy!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut the designer paper to 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• Score on the long side at 2,4,6 and 8.
• Turn and score what will be the box bottom at 2".
• Assemble as shown in the video.

Enjoy your week as you prepare for Thanksgiving!  If you make some of these table favors, send a photo...I'd love to see!

On this week's Premiere video, we created this tri-fold 4" x 4" card with the precious Yuletide Village Photopolymer Stamp Set [164310].

 The base is constructed with the awesome new two tone card stock from our updated scrapbooking and memory keeping collection.

Below is the video with the process to make this fun fold card.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Halloween Memories 12" X 12" Two Tone Cardstock [166497]in Pool Party cut 4" x 12" and scorred at 4" and 8".
• Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper [166493]:3 pieces (Pool Party) cut at 3 3/4" x 3 3/4" 
• White Willow 12" X 12"  Cardstock [166703]2 Pieces cut at  3 3/4" x 3 3/4" and for the front image a die cut or cut piece at 2 3/8" x 2 3/8".
• Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482]to back the front image cut at 2 1/2" x 2 1/2".

Use your Stampin' Blends to color the sweet yuletide images.

Get your crafting self busy...in your spare time this weekend ;)...  and create this fun fold for someone special on your list.  They will love it!

If you're looking for an easy way to make line art images stand out without the need for coloring, heat embossing is the technique to try! I love this technique, especially when creating Christmas cards. The combination of heat embossing on colored card stock gives your projects a polished look with minimal effort.

In today’s project, I’m sharing a card design using the Yuletide Village stamp set. This set is perfect for this technique. For this particular card, I used red card stock, which pairs beautifully with heat-embossed designs, adding warmth and a festive feel to the holiday season.

Take a moment to watch the video below where I’ll walk you through the process and share tips to get the best results.

  Try this technique for your holiday cards with the Yuletide Village stamp set and watch the images pop on the front of your cards.

The Sentimental Wishes Stamp Set and Coordinating Dies are perfect for capturing the spirit of a vintage Christmas. Featuring classic holiday images, it’s a must-have for anyone who loves traditional holiday designs.  In this week's LIVE broadcast, we created an easy Christmas gift card holder using these products to create a project with a nostalgic feel.

If you missed the LIVE, you can take a look at the recording below.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card base is cut 4 1/" x 11" and scored at 5 1/2".  Then, cut off  2 3/4" off card front.
• Cut patterned paper to 4" x 5 1/4".  Then cut 2 1/2" off the left side on the 5 1/4" side.
• You will need another piece of the patterned paper cut 1 1/4" x 4" for the gift card pocket.
• Basic White for inside: 2 1/2" x 4".
• Outside layers: 2" x 3 1/2" ( Shaded Spruce) and 2 1/4 x 3 3/4" (Poppy Parade)
  
  Pick up the Sentimental Wishes Bundle and the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper in the online store and start crafting these gift card holders to get ready for Christmas!

This week on Ink and Inspirations, we’re excited to feature the Sentimental Wishes Bundle—a perfect pick for your holiday card making. If you love a vintage feel with traditional Christmas imagery, this is for you!

The Sentimental Wishes Bundle includes a beautiful stamp set with classic holiday designs like a filled stocking, a holly branch, and Christmas candles. These images are perfect for adding a vintage touch  of days gone by to your holiday creations. And, when paired with the coordinating Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper, you’ll have an awesome combination for your holiday cards!

For this today’s project, we have a simple cardmaking technique, what I like to call the Window Pane Technique, that incorporates the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper. The pattern papers from this collection have soft colors and traditional designs that complement these stamps beautifully.

In this video, I’ll walk you through the process of how to use these patterned papers to make a simple yet stunning backdrop for your sentiments and images.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut patterned paper at 2 3/4" x 4".
• Cut in half on the 2 3/4" side at 1 3/8".
• Cut in half on the 4" side at 2".

I can't wait for you to try this out and make your holiday cards extra special this season. 

Ready to begin? Head over to the Online Store and grab your Sentimental Wishes Bundle and Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper today. Your holiday card-making is about to get a whole lot more festive!

This week, we've been spotlighting the beautiful Shepherd's Care stamp set, and today we're wrapping things up with a stunning monochromatic card in shades of blue.

While our previous easel card featured warm beige tones, this card takes on a rich and regal look with Misty Moonlight and Night of Navy. The contrast in color truly showcases the versatility of this stamp set and how different tones can bring out a whole new feel.

This design is not only elegant but also simple to recreate, making it perfect for making multiples to send out to family and friends. Whether you're looking to spread some love or offer comfort, this card design will surely resonate with its message of peace and hope.

Take a look at the video below to watch the easy assembly process, and see how quickly you can create your own beautiful cards with Shepherd’s Care.

Don't miss out on this meaningful stamp set! Click here to purchase Shepherd's Care from my online store and add it to your collection.

Our spotlight stamp set for this week is the beautiful Shepherd's Care from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.  The images are lovely and the sentiments are spot on for those whose holiday might not be "merry" but may be going through some difficult times.  The Shepherd's Care stamp set is just what you need to create those greetings.

In this week's LIVE stream, we created very pretty card with this stamp set.  Featured is a simple watercolor technique that works well with this set.  You can watch the recording below.

Lisa's Inklings:
-Basic Beige card base is cut 4 1/4" x 11" and scored at 2 1/4" and 5 1/2" on the 11" side.
-Also from Basic Beige: 4" x 5 1/4" for front layer; 4" x 4" for inside of card; 4 1/4" x 2 1/2" to stamp and fussy cut the shepherd; 1/2" x 3 1/4" for sentiment.
-Gold Foil: 3 3/4" x 5" for card front layer and 3/4" x 3 1/2" for behind sentiment.
-Watercolor Paper: 3 1/2" x 4 3/4".

Here are the special products that you will need to reproduce this card:

Product List

Shepherd's Care Cling Stamp Set (English)

[164300]

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

Gold Foil Sheets

[132622]

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

[149612]

Water Painters

[151298]

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

[147116]

Whether someone in your life is grieving, facing an illness, or simply feeling the weight of life’s challenges, a card made with the Shepherd’s Care set can serve as a heartfelt reminder that they’re not alone. Handmade cards crafted with this set become more than just cards; they become keepsakes and symbols of hope.  Order your Shepherd's Care stamp set today.

The Blessing Box has become a cherished tradition that I love to share with you each year, and the 2024 version is crafted using the Stampin' Up! Autumn Expressions and Courage & Faith stamp sets.

The inspiration for the Blessing Box came from the responses I’d often receive when people told me how much a card from me meant to them. My brother even shared that he had saved every card I’d ever given him, which truly touched my heart. It made me think of those who may rarely receive these little “paper hugs” in the mail. How could I spread that warmth to others, even if only a few?

And so, the Blessing Box was born. It’s a small, heartfelt box filled with little cards that carry a kind message, a scripture verse, or an uplifting thought—a simple act of kindness with no signature, no recognition, just a hope that it will brighten someone’s day and remind them they’re cared for.

This project was the subject in this week's LIVE video and you can view the recording below.  (Please excuse the echo!)

It is my hope that you will make your own Blessing Box and share these uplifting messages of gratitude and hope.  You can visit this link to get the measurements and details so you can get started!  BONUS:  See some ideas for your Blessing Box Cards HERE!