Author Archives: Shauna
Birthday Candles
I’m always on the lookout for cards that I can give to guys. Birthdays are definitely no exception! Keeping a fairly neutral theme (candles!) seems to work, especially if I avoid using pink and purple, or any swirly flowers. So … Continue reading
Hallowe’en time
Well, I love celebrations that can bring groups of people together to have fun.. and Hallowe’en does that. I’m not one for putting hours into a costume because I end up getting frustrated. Creativity happens in my head, I just … Continue reading
Happy Bar-a-mification!
To my dear friend Laura, Happy bar passing to you! This card I made for my soon-to-be lawyer friend because she’s oh-so special. My husband took a look at it and wondered what it would look like with a slightly … Continue reading
The State of My Craft Room
This is the messy desk in my craft room.. Why messy? I’d say it means that I’m inspired but missing some focus. I have all of these ideas in my head that I want to work on, but I also … Continue reading
Peaceful Wedding flowers
Some very good friends of mine are getting married on one of Vancouver Island’s most beautiful beaches. Congratulations to Margaret and Tyler! This is the card I made for them.. I started with the colours, as I found the greens … Continue reading
Happy day, gramps!
My grandpa’s turning 87, so I wanted to send him a fun card to celebrate the long life he’s had so far. This little Chihuahua is definitely up for a fun time, just like my dear grandpa hopefully still is! … Continue reading
Dabbling in Tags
I decided the other day that I could play with some tag ideas.. These ones aren’t the most amazing in the world, but at least they got me going. I think I’ll make a million more! Everyone needs tags :-) … Continue reading
Canada Thistle in the Sunset
I was thumbing through some scraps of pretty papers and couldn’t resist.. I’ve also really wanted to use this thistle stamp. I’ve had it for months and never even stamped it to test it out. I like how there’s writing … Continue reading
Porcupine (or Guinea pig?) love
I have to admit that I didn’t come up with the concept for this card on my own. I had a little help from my friends at the local stamp store. I hope they don’t mind when I feed off … Continue reading
Visiting the Craft Room
This is my (somewhat) tidy desk. I like to clean it up a bit after getting some fun projects finished. Let’s dissect… My computer: my other hub of activity, the place where my blog posts are finished, where ideas float … Continue reading
Birthday Cake Revamp
First Attempt Happy Saturday! I got the inspiration for this card from some cute notepaper I had seen online (Don’t ask where, I can’t find it again for the life of me!). It just didn’t turn out the way I’d … Continue reading
Blue Mini Thank you
I love love love this card. I’m a big fan of how it took me 5 minutes yet looks elegant – and maybe even modern? It’s a perfect little thank you card for any occasion, whether someone was the … Continue reading
Tile Coasters of prettiness
I love love love these! I know they’re not cards, or any kind of paper craft, but I just couldn’t contain my excitement. I had to show you! It’s amazing to make them and watch the colours come … Continue reading
Mini Thanks Butterfly
This little guy is 2 1/4” x 2 3/4” – Perfect for a gift tag. I can easily punch a hole in the top left corner, add some ribbon, and tie it to a bottle of wine. Take it … Continue reading
More of the Twirling Collection
These cards make me so happy. They’re bright and cheerful, making me *almost* want to dance (I’ll get back to you when I’m a better dancer). I absolutely love how versatile the swirl stamp is. I can add any … Continue reading
