Mother's Day Cards

Join me on Sunday, April 25th from 1:00-3:00pm to make these elegant Mother's Day Cards!

You'll learn a fun "paper rose" technique and leave with a set of 4 cards perfect for Mom, but versatile enough to use for birthdays, weddings, showers, anniversaries or any special occasion!

$12 for the set.

Can't make the class? Buy a kit instead! We'll even ship it to you!

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And don't forget to participate in the April Challenge to win a set of ADORABLE brads from My Mind's Eye!

Stationary Holder

Join me this Wednesday (April 14th) at Capture Scrapbooking in Fort Collins, CO. from 6:00-8:00pm to make this super cool Stationary Holder!

The fold-up stationary holder comes with: 

2 standard size cards, 2 mini cards, 2 tags (that could be used on a gift OR a scrapbook layout!) a Post-It holder, a postage stamp holder, and a spot to put your pen! Everything you need to send a handmade card: Only $25!

Make one for yourself or give one as a gift!

You can even personalize it with the monogram of your choice! :-D

You can sign up in store or online. 

Can't make it to the class? We can ship you a kit with everything you'll need to complete the project including pictures & instructions!

Shine On, Shine On! April Challenge!

I have a fun NEW challenge for you this month!

April's challenge: SHINE!!!

I want to see your cards, layouts, or any other crafting project that incorporates shine! I want to see shiny, shimmer-y, and even GLOSSY on this challenge!

Use shiny metallic paper......epoxy brads.....Glossy Accents......Embossing Powder......whatever it takes to put the shine & shimmer on your project!

(Note: NOT sparkle....that's another challenge altogether! You can use glitter if you want, but I want this to look wet & slick!)

Here is my example (and hopefully an inspiration to you!)


I used a big epoxy brad, and added Glossy Accents to the "Thanks" and the little scalloped edge that I stamped using American Craft's Spring stamp set "Warble" (available at Capture!). I also used Spellbinders Nestabilities dies to create the white & blue pannels, and ran them both through my Cuttlebug using the Swiss Dots embossing plates (also available at Capture!), giving them a polka-dot texture (FUN!)



A better view of the SHINE I have going on on this card:




Wanna know what you're playing for?

An ADORABLE set of brads from My Mind's Eye!



These are great on cards, scrapbook layouts, in the center of flowers or circles....I've even used them in my crochet projects! (I add them to the center of large flowers for my coffee sleeves and cell phone cozies!)

A closer look:



So, if you'd like to win them, just submit your entry using the Mr Linky widget below by SUNDAY, MAY 2nd at midnight!




No one got their entry in for the March challenge. :( So there is no winner. You have to play if you want to win!! ;-)

Window Card Class

Are you in Northern Colorado?

Do you love making cards or other paper crafting projects?

Then be sure to sign up for my  Window Card Class being held THIS Saturday, April 3rd from noon-2:00! It's a great way to meet new friends and learn a fun new card technique!

Can't make the class? You can buy a kit online! We'll even ship it to you! :-)

"Absinthe" Makes The Heart Grow Fonder :)

Anybody who knows me, knows I LOVE to rave about new products I've found that I LOVE. (Seriously, my family has told me I sound like a commercial sometimes.)

So why not do it in my blog?

While browsing around on Etsy one day last week, I came across a cute shop called The Morbid The Merrier. I wasn't really looking for new bath & perfume products, but the unique photos caught my eye (as did the shop title.)

I found this wonderful perfume!



Dessert Absinthe Perfume Oil. (actually, this one is a solid...kind of like a lip balm, but not greasy at all. And it comes in the cutest little tin!)





I HAD to have some, so I bought it, and a few days later it arrived in the mail.

It smells SO good. It's very light & citrus-y, with a little hint of licorice (yum!)

Actually, the shop owner can describe it better:

"This perfume oil is absinthe..... with a twist.

I took my usual absinthe perfume oil and softened it with cream and sugar and soft citrus. Upon opening, the first notes are lemon, sugar, and anise - very reminiscent of a lemon sugar cookie. After wearing it for just a few minutes, however, the bottom notes emerge... woodsy, earthy, mysterious, and alluring. I created this perfume for those who prefer something softer and more feminine than traditional absinthe."

I can't decide if I should wear it or eat it! ;-)

I can't wait to try the sugar scrub and lip balm next!

Vendor Spotlight: Save The Date Originals

Man have I been BUSY lately! A little too busy to keep up with my blog. :(

BUT I have been working on some great craft projects (featured in my Etsy Shop and coming VERY soon to Capture Scrapbooking!)

To help promote my blog & shop, I needed some spiffy new business cards, so I turned to my friend Angela from Save The Date Originals to help me come up with something FANTASTIC, and did she ever!

I wanted the business cards to have the same feel that my blog & Etsy shop do, and this is what she came up with:

This is the front of the business card. My info is on the back. (How cool is that idea?!)




And I ordered some magnets too!



They are to be included with every order from The Crafty Cat so get yours today! ;-)

Angela has made many items for me in the past, ranging from announcements to business cards to invitations. Her work is excellent, as is her customer service! Be sure to check out her website and keep her in mind for your all stationary needs.



And remember, there are still just a couple weeks left to participate in the March Challenge and win a Stickles bottle of your choice! So be sure to post your photo today!

Fun ways to use your punches!

Join me Saturday, March 20th (that's tomorrow!) for a fun card class that teaches you different ways to use your punches!

These versatile cards are perfect for any occasion!

Can't make it to the class? Buy a kit instead! Everything you need is included. The kits come ready to assemble!



This class will be held at Capture Scrapbooking, Fort Collins, CO. from noon-2:00pm. Sign up in store or online!