Here’s to Strong Women

Stampin Up Misty Moonlight Heres to strong women Many Medallions Forever Gold LAser Cut Paper Encouragement card ideas Michelle Gleeson Stampinup SU

When I saw the Here’s to Strong Women stamp set last year I had to have it. However I realized I have not showcased it on my blog…until now and now it’s retired!  So disappointed. This card was created for someone who is relocating from the Midwest to the West Coast to take on a significant role in a new company. This was a difficult decision and am thrilled she is taking on the challenge. …

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Thinking of You for FMS440

Stampin Up In Good Tast DSP Wreath Builder Dies Forever Blossoms Anytime card ideas Michelle Gleeson FMS440 Stampinup SU

It has been a while since I have been able to get time in my craft room. After months of just my husband and I we have had much welcomed guests. The love and laughter of family and friends is priceless. I hope you are all staying well and enjoying your summer.  I have many new stamps and dies from the Stampin’ Up! 2020-2021 Annual Catalog I wanted to dig into. My card today features…

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Forever Fern Birthday Wishes

Stampin Up Forever Ferns Birthday Card Idea Michelle Gleeson Stampinup SU

It is always exciting to get new stamp sets and getting them inked up. This card evolved…there was no plan only stamping, die cutting and then the desire to make something from the pieces created.  In the end I like the result. Floral Essence DSP was placed at the bottom of the card base and a strip of gold card stock that was die cut with an old border die.  The top portion of the…

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Celebrate Sunflowers

Stampin up Celebrate Sunflowers Bundle The Spot Creative Color Challenge #112 #GDP242 Anytime cards Michelle Gleeson Stampinup SU

I received my 2020-2021 Annual Catalog Pre-order and was excited to ink it up. I decided to participate in two challenges as my inspiration. The Spot Creative Challenge is a color challenge this week. And the Global Design Project #242 is a sketch challenge. I used Mango Melody, Pumpkin Pie and Granny Apple Green as my color palette for the project. Stampin’ Blends were used to color the sunflower and leaves. I bit of Wink…

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