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​Artist Toolkit

Thursday, February 20, 2020

Hello readers!  Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to visit my website.  I do hope you find creativity and inspiration while you are here.  If you would like to learn more about ME, please click here.  Do you live in Western Massachusetts or Northwestern Connecticut and. . . 

​Bloom & Grow (In Every Color)

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Hello readers and happy Wednesday to you! Today I am beginning to share the first of many cards I created during our annual craft retreat on the Cape two weeks ago.  I finally was able to find the time to unpack my bags from vacation, reorganize my craft. . . 

Crafty Finds:  St. Patrick's Day

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Hello friends and readers, I am happy to debut the second post of my new series called "Crafty Finds."  This series will feature a variety of craft tools, stamps, papers, dies and accessories/embellishments that focus on a particular season or holiday relevant to. . . 

Inky Paws Challenge #117

Monday, February 17, 2020

Hello friends and happy Monday!  I hope you are enjoying an extra day off this weekend like I am.  I am excited to be sharing my card for the Newton's Nook Inky Paws Challenge today.  I frequently hear from friends and fellow stampers that they. . . 

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