Birthday Shaker Card Inspiration featuring Essentials by Ellen

Ellen Hutson Essentials by Ellen Birthday Shaker Cards - HBD2U with Freeform Balloons

Hey there friends! Today’s an extra special day, and that’s because we’re celebrating the 15th birthday of the Ellen Hutson shop! Those who know me know that I’m ALL about supporting female-led businesses, and it’s no mystery that my love for Ellen and her team runs deep. This summer I joined as a Design Ambassador, […]

Falling Leaves and NEW Pigment Craft Co Ink Pads!

Falling Leaves and New Pigment Craft Co Ink Pads

Fall is certainly here, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve been having a lot of fun playing with some fall and holiday-focused stamps and dies. Recently the gorgeous new ink pads from Pigment Craft Co landed on my doorstep, and I’m not lying when I say that I was up well past my bedtime […]

Birthday “Petal Cake” Card

Birthday Petal Cake Card - featuring Essentials By Ellen

Remember not long ago when petal cakes were blowing up Pinterest and Instagram? Some with rainbow icing and others with gorgeous ombre vibes… guys, I watched SO many videos of people making these, it’s embarrassing. I’m much more of a cook than a baker so I’ve never tried my hand at making my own, but […]

A Great Big Scripty Happy Birthday

Scripty Happy Birthday Hot Foil Card - featuring Essentials by Ellen

Happy Friday, friends! I’m taking a nice extra-long weekend right now because it just so happens to be my birthday on Sunday, and with that in mind, I figured it was only appropriate to post a birthday-themed card today. This one is super simple and straightforward, but was so fun to make and I really […]

Happy Birthday Tassel Card

Happy Birthday Tassel Card - featuring Essentials by Ellen and Avery Elle

Last week I shared this rainbow tassel card, and after doing so, couldn’t resist trying a slightly different design. Yours truly has a LOT of embroidery floss, and it turns out that making tiny tassels is rather enjoyable while watching Netflix! It’s also really nice to have a little assortment to choose from when I’m […]

2 Clean and Simple Birthday Cards

2 Clean and Simple Birthday Cards - featuring Essentials by Ellen Cake Stamp Set

You can never have too many birthday cards ready to send, right? That’s certainly the stance that I take, and in my circle of friends and family, there are a LOT of summer birthdays. Whether stamping is your jam or you’re more into die cutting, I’ve got one of each to inspire your next craft […]

Happy Birthday String Card

Happy Birthday String Card - Essentials by Ellen

Several months ago, I never envisioned myself taking a needle and thread to my cards. Fast forward to now, and evidently, things have changed. Behold, my first string card! So what changed my mind? Recently I was asked if I’d like to try some stitching dies (which you’ll see appearing here in the coming months!) […]

A Birthday Delivery Just for You

A Birthday Delivery Just for You - featuring The Stamp Market

Handmade birthday cards are one of my most-needed, most-sent card types, so I find myself making them very frequently. Today I’ve got one to share that I created with some of the older supplies in my stash, and since I always tend to make extra die cuts while crafting (just in case there’s an oops […]

Sunshine and Rainbows Handmade Card Set

Sunshine and Rainbows Coordinated Card Set featuring The Stamp Market and Pinkfresh Studio

This past weekend, I pulled together some of my favorite products from The Stamp Market and Pinkfresh Studio to create a coordinated card set. I ended up with 10 different cards, and if you’re thinking that’s a lot of cards for one weekend, you’re right! I guess there was just a whole bunch of crafty energy inside […]

These Hands Bake Cakes – featuring Pigment Craft Co

Treat Yourself - These Hands Bake Cakes - Pigment Craft Co

Following my post from last week, I’ve got another card to share with you that features two of my favorite stamp sets in Pigment Craft Co’s new May release. But first, a little story to preface this card… As a kid, my dream job was to be a baker. I remember going to the grocery […]