Let Your Worries Wash Away

 Hello, creative friends!

Today I’m sharing a calming coastal card that features one of my favorite designs from the Nantucket Sea Escape Paper Pack by Pajama Crafter Stamps. This paper is so stunning, I couldn’t bear to cover it up—so I made it the star of the show by framing it as the focal point of my card.

The deep, moody blue shells captured in the paper feel like they’ve been plucked straight from a dreamy seaside stroll. To elevate the relaxing beach vibe, I paired the scene with a perfect sentiment from the Sea You Soon stamp set:

“Let your worries wash out with the tide.”

Ahhh. Can’t you just feel the waves rolling in?

I am also participating in this month's Simon Says Stamp IG Challenge to use patterned paper: #simonsayschallenge @simonsayschallenge #sssigchallenge

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🌟 Did you hear? Pajama Crafter Stamps just released their July Collection, and it’s all about Unstoppable Adventures—the wild, sunny ride of summer, complete with laughter, chaos, highs, lows, and those hilariously relatable struggle-bus moments!

💛 Join the fun by hopping over to the @PajamaCrafterStamps Instagram account. There’s an inspiring hop filled with beautiful projects and a chance to win a generous prize!

🎉 Comments are open until July 22 at 11:59 PM EDT, so don’t miss it!

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope this card inspires a little coastal calm in your own creative adventures.

Unstoppable Adventures Begin Today!

🚀 Unstoppable Adventures Begin Today!

Hello, crafty friends!

It’s Release Day at Pajama Crafter Stamps, and I’m thrilled to share two cards from the new Unstoppable Adventures collection! This release is all about embracing the wild, sunny, and sometimes hilariously chaotic ride of summer. From lazy days in the pasture to bold steps of courage, these new sets bring heart, humor, and high vibes to your craft table. See the HOP details below!!

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🐄 Card 1: Let’s Graze and Laze

First up, I had a blast creating a lighthearted summer scene with the Chillin' With the Herd stamp set. I started by masking the sweet cow so he could plop right down on a checked picnic blanket, which I paper pieced using the same cheerful paper as the background. It’s a perfect mix of cozy and country!

I couldn’t resist adding some fussy-cut picnic foods to the spread—yes, that’s an apple tucked into the cow’s “hand,” and of course, a bottle of milk too! (Don’t think too hard about that part... 😆) The sentiment reads:

“Let’s graze and laze all summer long,”

...and honestly? That sounds like the perfect plan.

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💪 Card 2: You Are Unstoppable

Next, I went bold and bright with the Unstoppable stamp set. I started with vibrant watercolor powders to create a textured background, layering colors with water until I reached a dreamy, dynamic blend. Once dry, I randomly brushed on white embossing powder and heat set it for extra texture and movement—it’s such a fun effect!

The empowering sentiment: “Word of the Day Year: Unstoppable.” perfectly captures the spirit of this courageous girl, detailed with Copic markers.

Inside the card, I stamped Ephesians 6:1, a powerful scripture that’s included in the set itself, making this card as meaningful as it is bold.

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✨ The Unstoppable Adventures Hop

This month’s Unstoppable Adventures release includes:

• 🎨 One must-have dynamic stencil

• 🖼️ Five adventurous new stamp sets

The whole collection celebrates the highs, lows, and sometimes struggle-bus-worthy detours of summer—because creativity thrives even in chaos! Whether you're chasing sunshine, wrangling picnic baskets, or just trying to keep your cool by the pool, these sets are ready to tag along.

🎉 Want to win a generous prize?

Hop over to the @PajamaCrafterStamps Instagram page and join the Unstoppable Adventures Inspiration Hop!

Every stop on the hop is filled with bright ideas and beautiful projects to spark your summer creativity.

🕚 Comments are open through July 22 at 11:59 PM EDT, so don’t miss your chance!

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope these cards made you smile—and reminded you that no matter what summer throws your way… you are unstoppable. 💛

Angels, Santas & Gingerbread—Oh My!

 It’s Release Day at SweetMissDaisy Designs – and oh, what a festive and fabulous lineup it is!

This new collection delivers the cool, creative breeze of Christmas in July with four incredible stamp sets and four beautiful paper packs—perfect for sparking your holiday crafting spirit.

❄️ Card 1: Star Snow Angel

Isn’t she the sweetest? Inspired by #ArtNudge 725A, I leaned into the color palette and playful spirit of the photo prompt. The girl in the image is holding an American flag, so I echoed that energy with extra stars as embellishments. For the background, I tore paper from the Let it Snowman pack to add texture and whimsy. This project is also part of this week’s Splitcoaststampers Inspiration Challenge, where a charming porch snowman sparked my imagination. Wouldn’t this little Star Snow Angel make the cutest life-sized porch décor IRL?

🎅 Card 2: Hope For All

This Santa is just stunning—his gentle expression and the added elements in the Hope For All set make it a joy to create with. I stamped the North Pole postmark twice, then added the snowflake trio partially on the white panel and partially on patterned paper from the Distressed Snowflake pack. The paper itself is dreamy, filled with subtle snowflakes and postmarks. I again drew from #ArtNudge 725A for my colors. This card is also headed to the Splitcoaststampers Fan Club Christmas Challenge!

👼 Card 3: Angel Wishes

For my third card, I shifted away from patriotic colors and dove into the soft charm of Angel Wishes. I began with #ArtNudge 725A in mind and chose paper from the Gingerbread pack, but soon realized the “blue” border had a lovely purplish tint—so I went with it! I think it actually follows #ArtNudge 725C more closely! I truly loved coloring this sweet angel, and the tones turned out just right.

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The ArtNudge Challenge is open to all makers!  Link any type of art project featuring the photo prompts at the challenge blog link page for a chance to win a prize!  

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Thanks so much for stopping by!

Be sure to visit the SweetMissDaisyDesigns Etsy shop to see the full Christmas in July release—it’s live and ready to inspire your next handmade masterpiece.

Baby, You're a Firework! And a Sale!

 Happy 4th of July, friends!

This week’s Free 4 All Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is all about Romance—think "adore you" moments, sweet sentiments, and heartfelt designs.

I couldn’t resist mixing things up with a little love and some fireworks! I paired the adorable kitty from the High Five stamp set by Pajama Crafter Stamps with fireworks and the sentiment from Yankee Doodle Day. My husband and I both adore kitties, so this playful image and the "Baby, You’re a Firework!" sentiment made the perfect combo for a fun card just for him. (Let’s be honest—I’m definitely the fiery one in the relationship! 😄)

We’d love to see how you interpret the challenge! Head over to the Splitcoaststampers F4All Challenge and join the fun.

💥 Bonus! Pajama Crafter Stamps is having a fabulous 4th of July sale—25% off patriotic supplies and up to 60% off clearance items!

🎆 Red, White, and BOOM! 🎆

💥 Our 4th of July Sale is exploding with deals! 💥

25% OFF all patriotic supplies

🔥 Final clearance up to 60% OFF – while supplies last!

🗓️ Valid July 4–6, 2025 until 11:59 PM EDT

✅ No code needed

🚫 All clearance sales are final. No returns. Not valid on previous purchases.

🧨 Don’t miss out — shop before it’s gone!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Caffeinate and Hope for the Best

Hello, everyone!

Today I’m sharing a card featuring the adorably sleepy kitty from the Pajama Power stamp set—part of the brand-new June release from Pajama Crafter Stamps! This charming set includes a fun mix of images and sentiments, making it a must-have for playful, personality-packed cards.

I created this project for the Splitcoaststampers CAS Challenge, where we're celebrating “June is Adopt a Cat Month.” Naturally, I couldn’t resist this drowsy feline, cozied up with her pink mug. The sentiment had me laughing—"I don't rise and shine; I caffeinate and hope for the best." Who can’t relate? Since this is a CAS card I didn't add a lot to the design. However, I die-cut one of the card borders with the Stitched Scalloped Border to add a dash of interest to the design. 

I’m also honoring this week’s Featured Stamper, Lisa. One of her most recent gallery entries inspired me—a sweet black kitty card that made me smile the moment I saw it. Thanks for the creative spark, Lisa!

The June Instagram Hop is happening now! There’s still time to comment for a chance to win some fabulous goodies. Hop along and see the amazing inspiration from the Pajama Crafter Stamps design team.

 I hope you’ll join the hop and play along with this week’s challenges at Splitcoaststampers, too!

Until next time—caffeinate and create!

 

Born To Lounge

 It's Pajama Crafter Stamps Release Day, and we're "Chasing the Sun” with an Instagram Inspiration Hop! We’re celebrating sunshine, creativity, and all things new with a vibrant showcase of the latest release, featuring fresh stamp sets, coordinating papers, and a brand-new stencil that’s perfect for summer crafting. Join the fun and see how our team is bringing the heat with bright, bold summer card ideas - plus chances to win some new release goodies of your own! 

I singled out the adorable "working" panda from the Pajama Power stamp set to feature. He is so cute, and I adore how the wording fits perfectly inside the Circular Pendant!  Isn't he cute in his heart PJs? 

Here’s how to join the IG hop and see all the sets in action! Follow along, get inspired, and maybe even be the LUCKY winner!

1. Leave a comment and a like at each hop stop for a chance to win a $25 store voucher!

2. Follow me and @pajamacrafterstamps.

3. A winner will be chosen randomly from all comments left by June 17 at 11:59 PM EDT. The winner will be announced on the Pajama Crafter Stamps Instagram and Facebook on June 18.

Stop by Pajama Crafter Stamps to see all the new products in the June Release!  Thanks for stopping by!

 

The Buzz about Wings

Hello friends! This week's Free 4 All Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is all about Things with Wings—and the possibilities are wide open! We've suggested everything from the literal to the whimsical: mechanical, magical, architectural, abstract—you name it!

 I kept it sweet and simple with this charming kitty scene, featuring one of my favorite little additions—a bee! I absolutely adore the bees from SweetMissDaisy—they’re always so irresistibly cute, and this one hovering at the top adds just the right touch of whimsy.

The peaceful kitty nestled among the flowers brings a cheerful feel to the design. Whether you’re inspired by birds, bugs, buildings, or your own imagination, I hope you’ll join in the fun and show us your winged creations!

I also used paper from the gorgeous Quilted Grunge Brights paper pack.  Everything is available in the SweetMissDaisy Etsy Shop!

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Celebrating!

Yay! Summer is here! ☀️

This month at @PajamaCrafterStamps, we’re celebrating the 4th of July, dads, and summer snacks (hello, chips! 🧂).

I am featuring the adorable Yankee Doodle Day set on the Pajama Crafter Stamps blog 

Today’s stars: the fawn and eaglet (so cute!).🦌🦅 I created an evening scene using Memento Northern Green and Distress Ink Prize Ribbon. I opted for sparkling stars instead of fireworks on this card, joining in the celebration of this week's Featured Stamper at Splitcoaststampers! Congratulations to Mary Ross!

To see the full reveal of this card, head to the Pajama Crafter Stamps blog!

 

Thanks for stopping by!  

 

Christmas Elegance in June

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Hello, friends!

I can’t believe we’ve made it to June 1st already. It’s been quite the nine-month journey at our home, but we’re finally nearing the finish line—and looking forward to enjoying a slower, sweeter season. ✨

Today I’m sharing my card for the Splitcoaststampers, June Fan Club Christmas Challenge. I fell hard for this month's elegant inspiration. So sophisticated and dreamy!

I chose the Season’s Gifting set from Pajama Crafter Stamps. The sleigh image has elegant lines, and it fits the mood of the inspiration perfectly. (also sold as a bundle) 

To finish the card, I used the "Noel" word die from the Christmas Words with Shadow set. And of course, I couldn’t resist a little extra shimmer—so I brushed Wink of Stella over all the gold elements for a soft, festive sparkle. ✨

This challenge was such a joy—don’t you just love when the photo speaks directly to your creative heart? I can’t wait to see what you make!

Stamps and dies by Pajama Crafter Stamps. 

UnFROGettably Handmade!

 Greetings, friends! I'm at the My Sweet Petunia Blog sharing an unFROGettable card, including the back design, too! Head over to the blog to see the full reveal! 

As always, I reached for my MISTI and other trusty tools from My Sweet Petunia.

One of my favorite things about using the MISTI is how easy it is to make multiples. Check out how I stamped the backs of several cards and added a whimsical coordinating touch to the back of today's card!  

 My Sweet Petunia tools that help me make (almost) every card include the Sticky Mats, Mini MISTI, Cut Align Ruler, and Alignment Grids. With them, stamping is a joyous pursuit!

Today's card features:

Unfrogettable (stamp)

Handmade By (stamp)

Ribbit (paper pack)

by SweetMissDaisy. 

All items are available now at the SweetMiss Daisy Designs Etsy shop!  

The May #ArtNudge 525A prompt inspired this card! The Art Nudge is a monthly link challenge! Add your card to the blog for a chance to win! There is still time; the link closes on May 31st at 11:59 PM!

  Thanks so much for stopping by—I hope you have a truly Unfrogettable day! 💚

One of a Kind Snail!

 Hello, crafty friends!

This week’s Inspiration Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is by Stacy, and she’s chosen Cotton & Crete as our source of creative sparks. While browsing, I found the cutest felt bee magnets—and just had to create something bee-inspired!

I started with a sweet piece of patterned paper from the adorable Bzzz paper pack. If you love bees, this paper pack is a must-have—it’s full of cheerful, buzzy goodness!

I stamped the snail from the Unfrogettable stamp set onto a large tag and added the darling bees from the Handmade By set. One thing I love about clear stamps is their flexibility. I mounted the bee stamp on the lid of my MISTI and gently curved the bee trail so it swooped around the top opening of the tag. For a second bee trail, I angled it in the opposite direction. It’s a great way to make your layout more dynamic and playful!

The sentiment is also from the Handmade By set. I tucked a bit of ribbon behind it and attached everything to the tag with tiny staples—just the right touch of whimsy.

All the papers and stamps I used are by SweetMissDaisy Designs and are available in the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy Shop.

Bonus inspiration came from #ArtNudge525C—I loved the snail image in this week’s prompt! If you’re not familiar, the Art Nudge Challenge is a fun monthly prompt with a chance to win a prize when you link your project. You can find it HERE.

This card was such a joy to make. Thanks so much for stopping by today—I hope you’ll join in on the IC challenge and the Art Nudge this month!

Let Freedom Ring - Pajama Crafter Stamps Release Day

🎆 Kickoff to Patriotic Summer — Let Freedom Ring!

Red, white, and crafty? Yes, please! The Kickoff to Patriotic Summer at Pajama Crafter Stamps is here, and I couldn’t be more excited about this bold and festive new release. If you're dreaming of stars, stripes, and sunny summer days, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re crafting for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or just love that classic Americana vibe, this collection has everything you need to spark your creativity.

For my project, I reached for the Honor Valor Pride stamp set and let watercolor take the lead. I created a soft, expressive background, letting the pigment flow freely for that natural, heartfelt touch. The sentiment—“From every mountainside, let freedom ring!”—really spoke to me. It felt like the perfect message for this time of year: a celebration of freedom, unity, and pride.

This was such a joy to make, and I love how the message pairs with the elegant simplicity of the watercolor. It’s a reminder that even simple supplies can make a big statement.

Here’s a peek at the finished card:

To celebrate, our team is sharing fresh, fiery inspiration on Instagram—and there are giveaways involved! Be sure to check out all the amazing makes and see how everyone is bringing the heat with their patriotic projects. You might even score some goodies from the new release!

The full release is available now at Pajama Crafter Stamps!

Wishing you a season full of creativity, celebration, and star-spangled joy. 🌟

Happy crafting!

 

One of A Kind

Hello, friends!

I’m so excited to share a card I made featuring the super sweet chick from the brand-new Handmade By stamp set from SweetMissDaisy Designs! 🐥 This set is full of charm and so versatile—it includes adorable images and thoughtful sentiments that can be used on the front or back of your cards.

For this card, ArtNudge525B inspired me. I used Chicken Wire Paper Pack strips to mimic the multicolored wooden background from the photo prompt. I added a piece of Chicken Yard Notepad paper on the inside of the card to write my note in style! The chick’s balloon matches the printed one on the inside. 💙🎈

I absolutely adore how fun and flexible the Handmade By set is. Each stamp could easily work as a subtle watermark or as the star of the show, like I’ve done here. You can find this delightful set and all the new monthly releases at the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop!

Thanks so much for stopping by! 💛

Chicken Yard Note Pad paper easily adheres to the inside of the card with a touch of tape runner adhesive! 

As a finishing touch, I stamped the sweet “handmade especially for you” sentiment from the set on the back of the card—such a perfect little touch!

Don’t forget to visit the ArtNudge Blog to play along with the latest photo prompts. Link up your project for a chance to win a prize!

Thanks so much for stopping by! 💛

 

Shell of a Time!

The Free For All Challenge (F4A794) at Splitcoaststampers this week is all about food, and I couldn’t resist joining in with a playful card featuring the coolest peanut around! I used a stamp from Stadium Food by Pajama Crafter Stamps — just look at this little guy rocking his green sunglasses! He’s clearly having a shell of a time.

To make the card even more personal, I added green patterned paper and matching shoes — a tribute to my sister’s favorite color. My sister will get a kick out of the sentiment! 

Food-themed cards are such a treat to make, and I love how this one turned out — equal parts silly, sweet, and special. 💚

Join the challenge and share your own take on food — from picnic spreads to café culture, let’s get creative and hungry!

Thanks for taking a look!

 

New Release from SweetMissDaisy Designs – Meet Roo, Unfrogettable, and More!

 It’s time to celebrate—SweetMissDaisy Designs just launched an adorable new release, and it’s full of creative possibilities! This drop includes charming new stamp sets, two beautiful paper pads, a coordinating note pad, and a set of stickers—all designed to make your projects pop with personality.

🐔 My first project features Roo, the dapper rooster, paired with the Chicken Wire paper pack. I accented the sentiment tag with a piece of red gingham ribbon to echo Roo’s stylish flair. I also used one of the playful flower embellishments—it has an open center that lets you choose between two different smiles or keep it solid for a more classic look.

🐸 Next up is the Unfrogettable frog card! This little cutie is all decked out in a party hat and colored to match the Unfrogettable Note Pad. For the background, I used a patterned piece from the brand-new Ribbit Paper Pack—it’s filled with charming little illustrations that bring everything together. Inside the card, I added a piece of the matching notepad (Pond Life). It’s a sweet little surprise for the recipient and makes it easy to write a message on the dark card base.

Don’t miss out—head to the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop for the full release!

Happy crafting and happy release day! 💛

Whoa! Let's play ball!

Whoa! Let’s play ball! ⚾  On the Pajama Crafter Stamps blog, I am sharing a fun baseball-themed card today! I used the new Play Ball stamp set and Dang, Whoa, Yikes Word and Shadow Die! 

Stop by the blog to see the full reveal!  

 

I Soda Think You are Cute!

Hello and welcome to Opening Day of the Pajama Crafter Stamps Release!

As the poster (pictured below) proudly says, this month is all about Baseball – Golf – Good Eats – and Softball! ⚾⛳🌭🥎

Today I’m featuring the Stadium Food stamp set! It includes four adorable characters and seven punny sentiments that are perfect for summer cards and crafty fun. I had such a great time coloring the cola bottle—it turned out so yummy-looking, it’s making me thirsty! 😄

I paired the cola with the charming sandwich wrap and two clever sentiments for a card full of flavor and fun.

Be sure to swing by the Pajama Crafter Stamps store to check out the new release. You don’t want to miss these cuties—play ball!

 

So Glad We are Friends

 I am on My Sweet Petunia Blog with the full reveal of this sweet friendship card! I share how I made the border from the sweet two-inch-long background stamp.

Inspiration came from this week's Splitcoaststampers F4A791 - Use 2 stamp sets

and the Art Nudge 425C.  All are welcome to participate in both challenges! The Art Nudge is a link party challenge with a chance to win a prize!

  

SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop is where you can find all the cute SMD stamps and papers!  

Thanks for stopping by!

Thinking of you

The Birds of a Feather stamp set from Pajama Crafter Stamps has completely stolen my heart. It's simply fabulous and I am utterly smitten. 

I invite you to visit the Pajama Crafter Stamps blog to view the entire card. 

Thanks for stopping by!

Power Outages, Projects, and Sweet Friends

It’s been one of those weeks—power outages, several days without internet, and workmen renovating the house with all the noise and dust for extra intensity! So I’m combining blog posts and sharing a double dose of cardmaking goodness!

First up is this super sweet card featuring Sisters & Friends from the SweetMissDaisy Designs collection. The soft background is made with the Spring Mini Gingham paper pack, also from SweetMissDaisy. Isn’t it lovely? This image instantly made me think of my own sister as I colored it. I especially adore the sentiment inside:

“Sisters, different flowers from the same garden.”

It’s such a tender thought and perfect for this image.

This card was inspired by #ArtNudge 425A and 425B—a creative challenge that’s always full of inspiration. You can even link up your own project for a chance to win a prize!

I chose this with this week's F4A790 Challenge at Splitcoaststampers in mind. The challenge is "All Dressed Up." We would love for you to join us!

The Inside:

Click HERE to head to the Art Nudge Challenge Blog

Card Two: A Sentiment Straight from the Heart

My second card is also inspired by Art Nudge 425B. I challenged myself to include almost all the colors from the Nudge palette—and I love how it turned out!

For the background, I stamped one of the Small Backgrounds from SweetMissDaisy Designs in green ink on green cardstock for a subtle texture. Then I layered it up with a bright red circle and a crisp white half-circle, both die cut using the Eyelet Circle Die Set.

The sweet and simple sentiment, “I love you!”, is from the Sisters & Friends set featured on the first card. It’s something most sisters have said a thousand times—and never too many.

Thanks for hanging in there with me through a hectic week! I’ll be back soon with more inspiration. In the meantime, I hope you get a chance to check out the Art Nudge challenge and SweetMissDaisy Designs shop! 💛

 

Happy to Bee Among the Flowers - SweetMissDaisy Release Day

 Happy Release Day for SweetMissDaisy Designs!

I'm excited to share this month’s new goodies from SweetMissDaisy Designs—two gorgeous paper packs and three adorable stamp sets! Today, I'm featuring the oh-so-sweet GiGi stamp. Isn’t she the cutest? I love how she looks nestled among those vibrant flowers, with a busy little bee buzzing above her.

I paired her with the Bzzz background paper—how perfect is that? I always have the most fun when I get to mix and match coordinating stamps and papers. Everything works together so beautifully!
You can find all the new items at the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy Shop.

Art Nudge 425A, which features stunning florals and a bee, also inspired this card! I couldn’t resist letting that inspiration guide this happy little scene.

I am also participating in the Paper Funday Challenge with the Optional Twist of using something that starts with the letter B!

I have buzzing bees all over my project. Beautiful blooms surround the darling kitty and the name of the paper pack is Bzzz.

Go peek at what’s new—there’s so much to love!

Thanks for stopping by!

No Fooling--A Christmas Challenge on April 1st!

 No Fooling—A Christmas Challenge on April 1st!

April 1st is known for pranks, but this is no joke! At Splitcoaststampers, our Christmas Challenge runs all year long, and it just so happens that this month’s Fan Club Christmas Challenge kicks off on April Fools’ Day.

For my card, I used a beautiful Christmas stamp set gifted to me by a generous friend. The set includes an angel, stars, a dove, and a lovely sentiment. While the challenge photo featured Christmas lights shaped like an angel, I found myself drawn to the wings and chose to use the dove instead. To capture the sparkle of the glowing lights, I added a few shimmering gems for a festive touch.

I stamped the image and sentiment on hot-pressed watercolor paper—another thoughtful gift from the same friend! The smooth texture was perfect for crisp stamping while allowing for a bit of paint movement, making it a joy to work with.

Thanks for stopping by! We’d love for you to join us at Splitcoaststampers, where you’ll find creative challenges every day of the week. Hope to see you there!

Janine took this month's Fan Club Christmas Challenge photo in London!

Thanks for stopping by! We’d love for you to join us at Splitcoaststampers, where you’ll find creative challenges every day of the week. Hope to see you there!