Happy New Year !

Hello and Happy New Year!

As 2025 draws to a close, I want to take a few moments to thank each and every one of you, who have purchased products in my online store, or have taken the time out of your busy days to check out my blog posts.  I could not do what I love without your support, and I am so thankful and blessed that you have chosen to stick with me, even when I don't get to post as often as I'd like. 

On a personal note, Dale is doing better now, and it will be one year on December 27th, that he came home after being in hospitals, skilled nursing centers, ICU and therapy centers, since his two strokes in October 2024.  To say that we are blessed is an understatement. He still isn't well enough to be left alone for too long, but as the days go by, I test that when I can, to try to get into my craft room to design.  Being a demonstrator and sharing my love of crafting and stamping has helped me more than you know.  I am thankful that you have stuck by my side and supported me on this journey.

Let's start with a New Year card I made. 

This is a quick and easy way to give a New Year greeting.  The card base is Secret Sea and the Tidings of Christmas designer paper gave me a nice, dotted background, and I snipped one of the flowers for added interest.  Unfortunately, the designer paper is already retired as it was on the Last Chance list a few weeks ago, and a search today doesn't come up.  Sad...but once items go to the Last Chance list, there are no guarantees that they last a long time.

In any case, the Words for the Season dies are still available.  I love this set of dies because there's so many occasions you can use them.  The Gold Striped ribbon is really pretty; sort of see through with lots of texture.  As of now, it is "unavailable" but I believe it will be in stock again soon.

Thanks for stopping by today.  I wish you all a 2026 full of love, happiness and joy.  Be well my friends and I'll be back soon.