AVAILABLE NOW! Global Adventure Part Tres!

March 22, 2023March 15, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! You can shop the BRAND NEW RELEASE from Catherine Pooler NOW! Keep scrolling to see how I made this card featuring the In the Amazon Bundle.

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Global Adventure Part Tres Collection “I Want it All” Bundle

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All the cards I share in the next few weeks will be using the In the Amazon Bundle and the Part Tres Extras Bundle:
Jungle Amigos Stamp Set
Jungle Amigos Dies
Peruvian Market Patterned Paper
Lima Sequin Mix
Deepest Darkest Peru Cover Plate
Scallop Square Dies
Tickets & Tape Dies
Just Right Duos Sentiments Stamp Set

To create this shaker card, I started by die cutting the Deepest Darkest Peru Cover Plate on white cardstock. I ink blended Melon Ice and Grass Skirt, focusing the lighter shade of green towards the center.

On my pre-scored card base, I blended Grass Skirt. I spritzed my die cut and card base with water. Then, I splattered my favorite white and black acrylic paints (mixed with water) onto both.

Next, I stamped my images from the Jungle Amigos Stamp Set and then colored them with alcohol markers. I like to add highlights with the a white gelly roll pen. Once I was finished coloring, I cut them using the coordinating Jungle Amigos Dies.

To create the shaker portion of the card, I trimmed an acetate sheet to a teeny bit smaller than my die cut frame. I adhered the sheet to my frame using redline tape. Then, I applied 3D foam tape to create depth between the layers and hold my Big Apple Sequin Mix shakers inside.

I propped my cute sloth and branch up using my favorite 3D foam squares. I used Bearly Arts Precision Glue to glue my flowers on.

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Catherine Pooler’s NEW Global Adventure Pt. Tres!

March 20, 2023March 14, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Have you heard the good news?! There’s a new release coming.. and boy, is this a FUN one!! StampNation Members can shop the new collection EARLY on Tues, March 21st! General ordering opens on Weds, March 22nd!

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Global Adventure Part Tres Collection “I Want it All” Bundle

“In the Amazon” Bundle

“O Canada” Bundle

I started by die cutting the Peruvian Market Patterned Paper with the Scallop Square Dies. Next, I stamped my images from the Jungle Amigos Stamp Set and then colored them with Copic alcohol markers. Once I was finished coloring, I cut them using the Jungle Amigos Dies.

For my sentiment, I’ve used the Wow! Embossing Glue Pad with Wow! White Embossing Powder on black cardstock. Then, I die cut it using the new Tickets & Tape Dies.

I propped my patterned paper up using 3D foam tape to create depth between the layers. Then, I attached my card panel to a pre-scored card base. I propped all of my cute critters and flowers up using my favorite 3D foam squares.

The final step was to add some gorgeous sequins from the Lima Sequin Mix! I always use the Bearly Arts Precision Glue when working with small embellishments.

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Heffy Doodle New Release Inspiration Blog Hop

March 7, 2023March 16, 2023 amandafitterer22 Comments

Welcome to the Heffy Doodle New Release Inspiration Blog Hop! We are so excited to share amazing cards from our Design Team members using the new release! For today’s special Blog Hop, you can win a £50 voucher to the Heffy Doodle store!

I’m super excited to share the card that I made! I wanted to see how much of the New Release I could show off to you in one A2 card!
Here are the products I am showcasing:
Flock Star Stamps and Dies
Be Hoppy Stamps and Dies
Special Delivery Stamps and Dies
Build a Pond Dies
Freshly Cut Grass Dies
Ripple Waves Stencil
Sky High Cloud Backdrop Die
Stitched Birthday Trio (A2) Frame Dies (from an older release)

I love seeing how people “sketch out” their ideas for their cards, so I wanted to show you how I do it! This is how I visual the card: I knew I wanted to use the Stitched Birthday Trio Frame so I die cut that out first. Then, I lay out my stamped images and any other dies I want to use. I then take a photo so I can remember how I have things laid out!

Next, I stamp my images with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on a piece of 3″ wide Catherine Pooler Premium Cardstock. I use 3″ so that I can fit the cardstock through my Heffy Doodle Mini Die Cutting Machine!
Flock Star Stamps and Dies
Be Hoppy Stamps and Dies
Special Delivery Stamps and Dies

I’ve also cut out my pond and grass from the Build a Pond Dies.

Now, I’m going to ink blend my pond and grass and 1 panel cutout. I’m using Catherine Pooler’s Melon Ice and Martini for the grass. I’m also using All That Jazz and Uptown for the Ripple Waves Stencil pond. I LOVE this color combo! I like to do my ink blending before coloring my stamped images so that I can make sure my stamped images coordinate with the ink colors.

For my top panel, I’m using the Sky High Cloud Backdrop Die and Limoncello ink. For my middle panel, I’m using Limoncello as well.

So, now I can color my images! I’m using OLO Alcohol Markers to color my images. I add highlights with my ABSOLUTE FAV white Gelly Roll pen.

Let’s cut these little guys out now! Like I mentioned earlier, I use 3″ wide cardstock so that I can run it through my Mini Die Cutting Machine! If you don’t have a mini die cutting machine, you HAVE to get one! They’re also available on Scrapbook.com, if you’re in the US!

Using my frame as a guide (held in place with washi tape), I’m gluing my panels down with Glubert Glue.

For my frame, I’m using Deep Foam Tape because I want it to really have a LOT of dimension!

The last step is to add my images with 3D foam squares! For some of the images, I used 2 foam squares on top of each other to get even more dimension!

Here are some close-up images!

To be entered to win the giveaway, all you need to do is comment at each stop along the Blog Hop before March 14th, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be announced on the Heffy Doodle Blog on March 16th at 10:00 AM EST!

Blog Hop Lineup:
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Tallie Clewley
Kari VanNoy
Zsofia Molnar
Joy Baldwin
Ali Farmer
Lidya Wirani
Lauren Taylor
Peggy Emmerink
Claudia Mauri
Jarle Franceus
Amanda Fitterer
Natasha Davies < — GO HERE NEXT!
Amanda Stevens
Francesca Vignoli

Thank you so much for stopping by my part of the Blog Hop today! I really appreciate your love and support! Happy Hopping, friends!

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Boho Trends is Available NOW!

February 22, 2023February 15, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

The Catherine Pooler New Release is available now!!! Woot woot!!!!

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Boho Trends Collection “I Want it All”

Beautiful Butterflies Bundle

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A Friendly Little Hello

February 21, 2023February 13, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

StampNation Members can shop the new collection RIGHT NOW!! General ordering opens on Weds, Feb 22nd!

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Boho Trends Collection “I Want it All”

Beautiful Butterflies Bundle

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Catherine Pooler’s NEW Boho Trends Collection

February 17, 2023February 12, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Have you heard the good news?! There’s a new release coming.. and boy, is this a gorgeous one!! StampNation Members can shop the new collection EARLY on Tues, Feb 21st! General ordering opens on Weds, Feb 22nd!

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Boho Trends Collection “I Want it All”

Beautiful Butterflies Bundle

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Bullet Journal – Weekly Layout Ideas

January 23, 2023January 22, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Are you into bullet journaling? Do you struggle with your layouts? Do you always use the same layout? Do you have an IG account I should follow?? Comment below!! I can’t wait to hear from you!

Today, I’m showing some of my weekly layout ideas!

I use the Catherine Pooler Canvo Bullet Journal. It is 150 numbered pages, and at 199gsm, the pages are SO thick! So you can use inks, pens, markers, and more without worrying about it bleeding through. There’s also a slew of stencils that coordinate perfectly with the journal. The dots are gray, not too light and not too dark.

I use LePen Black Pens (usually 0.3 and 0.5) and Zebra Mildliner Creative Markers.
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Heffy Doodle + Chibitronics IG Hop

January 17, 2023January 12, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Did you see we’re doing a Collaboration Hop between Heffy Doodle and Chibitronics on Instagram!? There are prizes are up for grabs!!

I created this fun light-up card using the Craft with Light Kit – White by Chibitronics. I used lots of Heffy Doodle products! Keep reading on for those links!

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First, I created my bright background! I blended some Catherine Pooler inks through my Zapp Attack and Cogs & Code Stencil. I used Heffy Memo Tape to mask off the top and bottom of my card.

I stamped my images from the Bots of Love Stamp Set and then I colored them in with OLO markers. I cut them out using the coordinating dies.

Once I decided where I wanted my lights, I started to prepare for the wiring.

I poked holes through the robots’ hearts where I want the bulbs to show.
Then, I placed the robots on the background where they were going to be glued down once the card is assembled. I made a mark with a pencil through the robots’ heart holes onto the background.
Then, I poked holes through the pencil marks on the background panel.
Lastly, I used a pencil to make marks on my card base where the lights need to be placed.

On my card base, using the pencil marks I made in the last step as a guide, I’ve made marks where the + and – wires need to line up. I did this by taking the lights and placing them down onto my card base so the light was right over top of the pencil mark. Then, I looked at where the copper + and – are on the light unit and drew lines where I need the wires to be lined up to touch the copper part.

I’ve also created a “housing unit” for my battery with a plus and minus sign on it, so I know which way to insert the battery once it’s time. I also marked where I want the battery to be on the card base.

Next, I started by taking my tape and cutting it in half down the center to create smaller/narrower pieces. This isn’t necessary, but was helpful with navigating the tape.

I adhered my battery housing unit to my card base and started placing my + tape. This tape is the top wire which goes to the base of the battery housing unit.

Then, I placed my – tape which starts on the flap of the battery housing unit.

Next, I used 3D foam tape around the whole base of the card to “lift” my card front up so the battery doesn’t stick out farther than the rest of front panel. I attached the stamped images with 3D foam squares, making sure to line the robots up to the lights properly.

Come join in the IG HOP to enter to win the prizes from Heffy Doodle and Chibitronics!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today! Enjoy the Hop!

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Nov 2022 Club Sursee – Open to Everyone!

January 16, 2023January 17, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! If you’re not signed up for the Club Sursee subscription through Catherine Pooler, YOU SHOULD BE! I love these kits!! So many fun things to be surprised by every month!!

Buy the ON THE SLOPES Stamp Set

Buy the SKI LODGE Stamp Set

Buy the Alpine View Die

Here are some cards I made using the Nov 2022 Kit!

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Muted Card with the Love & Lace Collection

January 15, 2023January 13, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! I have one final card to show you using the new Love and Lace Collection from Catherine Pooler!

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Roses & Lace Bundle

Yours Truly Bundle

I created this beautiful card using the Roses & Lace Patterned Paper, the Yours Truly Stamp Set and the Venice Sequin Mix! I colored the hearts with OLO markers.

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Life is Better with YOU

January 13, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! How do we feel about the color purple?? I tend to lean towards the pinks and yellows for my cards, for whatever reason. However, I am loving this color combo of Sixteen Candles, Pixie Dust, and Drive-In! What do you think??

Today, I am sharing a new card using the NEWLY RELEASED Love and Lace Collection from Catherine Pooler!

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Roses & Lace Bundle

Yours Truly Bundle

I created this beautiful card using the Yours Truly Stamp Set. After I ink blended my purple inks, I stamped the elements from the Yours Truly Stamp Set all around the background with black ink.
I created the white frame using the new Fancy Loop Die.
I stamped my sentiment from the Forever Yours Sentiments Stamp Set with WOW Embossing Glue Ink and then applied white embossing powder to it. I heated it up with my favorite new heat tool!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Love & Lace Collection – Available NOW!

January 10, 2023January 12, 2023 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Did you see the new Love and Lace Collection from Catherine Pooler?! I can’t wait to share some ideas with you using the collection!!

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Roses & Lace Bundle

Yours Truly Bundle

I created this beautiful card using the Roses & Lace Patterned Paper, the Yours Truly Stamp Set and the Venice Sequin Mix!

I colored the hearts with OLO markers.

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

If you’re a Catherine Pooler StampNation member, you can start shopping NOW!

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DIY Gift Card Pocketfold using the Thank You Kindly Bundle

December 10, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! Did you come to learn how to make this gift card holder? It’s SO easy to make! Craft along with me! Grab your scoring board and bone folder, a piece of 8.5″x11″ cardstock, some patterned paper, some stamp sets and some dies!

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Thank You Kindly Bundle

Bee Thankful Paper Pack

Start by creating your pocketfold out of 8.5″x11″ cardstock and your scoring board. On the longer edge, score at 3″ and 8″. Turn the paper 90 degrees and score the shorter edge at 2 3/8″ and 6 1/8″. Using scissors, cut your corners off completely. Fold and score on the remaining score lines. Use a corner punch to round your corners.

Now, you can decorate your pocketfold! Use patterned paper, such as the Bee Thankful Paper Pad! I also used the Ruffles and Dashes Dies to add a stitched border to my inside paper.

Don’t forget to decorate both sides!

Now, let’s make the gift card holder pocket. Using the 2nd smallest scallop frame from the Ruffles and Dashes Dies, cut out a piece of patterned cardstock. You want the inside of your pocket to be 2″ x 3.5″. Make a score line on your sides at 3/4″. Trim off the bottom so you’re left with 2 3/4″. Score the bottom so you have a 3/4″ flap. Use scissors to angle cut the 2 bottom corners.

Now create some decorations! I used the Corner Swag Stamp Set and the Thank You Kindle Stamp Set. I used OLO markers to color in my stamped images and a Gelly Roll pen to create my highlights. I cut out the stamped images with the coordinating die sets.

To hold my pocketfold together, I punched 2 holes on the front flap and the bottom flap and threaded through some Torch Twine.

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Thank You Kindly Bundle Available NOW!

December 8, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Do you always find yourself wishing for some easy and versatile “Thank You” stamp sets? The new Catherine Pooler Thank You Kindly Bundle is an excellent bundle for creating appreciation cards!

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Thank You Kindly Bundle

Bee Thankful Paper Pack

For this card, I used the Corner Swag Stamp Set and the Bee Thankful Paper Pad! I used OLO markers to color in my stamped images and a Gelly Roll pen to create my highlights.

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Cheers to New Years Collection Available Now!

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends!! Did you see that Catherine Pooler’s New Release is available for purchase now if you’re a StampNation Member? If you’re not a StampNation member, you can purchase the new release TOMORROW!

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Thank You Kindly Bundle

Bee Thankful Paper Pack

I am in love with the colors from the Bee Thankful Paper Pad! I used this paper pad to create this gorgeous shaker card!

For this shaker card, I also used the Corner Swag Stamp Set to create a beautiful frame! I filled my shaker up with the new Saint Lucia Sequin Mix!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Good Mood Sponsored by Coffee!

November 8, 2022November 3, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Let’s get crafty with coffee! Today, I’m sharing this card I made using the Coffee Shop Stamp Set and the Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad from the Coffee Shop New Release! The release is available now in the Catherine Pooler shop!!

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Java Fix Paper Pack

Coffee Shop Stamp Set

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Chalkboard Coffee Menu

November 7, 2022November 3, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Eek! How cute is the Coffee Shop Stamp Set and the Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad from the Coffee Shop New Release?! The release is available now in the Catherine Pooler shop!!

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Java Fix Paper Pack

Coffee Shop Stamp Set

To create this fun card, I blended Twilight and Blackjack Inks and then spritzed the background with water. Next, I stamped my chalkboard menu from the Coffee Shop Stamp Set with WOW! Clear Glue ink. I applied white embossing powder and then melted it with a heat gun. I die cut it using the Coffee Shop Dies.

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Notecard Sized Coffee Shop Card & Envelope

November 5, 2022November 3, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Do you love coordinating your envelopes with your cards? The new Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad is the perfect size for creating envelopes using the Notecard Envelope Dies! This paper is part of the Coffee Shop New Release that is available now in the Catherine Pooler shop!!

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Notecard Essentials Die Bundle

Notecard Envelope Dies

Notecard Frame & Tag Dies

Java Fix Paper Pack

Coffee Shop Stamp Set

For this fun project, I used some of the new products, including the Coffee Shop Stamp Set and the Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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DIY Cinched Planner Instructions

November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! I’m sharing a very special project with you today! I’ve gone from using digital planners to physical planners! While I was searching around for the perfect planner, I decided that I couldn’t find anything that fit my desk perfectly and had the right layout for MY everyday! So.. I decided to make my own! Since I put so much effort into it, I wanted to share it with my crafty friends who want to give it a shot!

I’ve created a Printable Instructions Booklet that also has a bunch of Planner Sheet Options that fit the book! This template includes instructions (including measurements) and photos. It also includes links to products!

I’m happy to share this for FREE, but I’ve also included a Donation Form on the bottom of this post, in case you’d like to share the love! (Obviously, you don’t have to, but I do really appreciate it!)

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Java Fix Coffee Shop Cinched Mini Book

November 4, 2022November 3, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Do you love 12×12 paper?! You’re in luck! Catherine Pooler has just released this gorgeous Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad! This paper is part of the Coffee Shop New Release that is available now in the Catherine Pooler shop!!

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For this fun project, I used some of the new products, including the Coffee Shop Stamp Set and the Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad!

I used the We R Memory Keeper’s Mini Cinch to bind my book together.

Binding Wires

Mini Cinch

Stay tuned as I continue to share more projects made using this New Collection!

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Catherine Pooler Coffee Shop Release Available Now!

November 3, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey crafty friends! In case you missed it, the Coffee Shop New Release is available now in the Catherine Pooler shop!! Please feel free to shop with my affiliate link (you know it’s SOO appreciated).

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For this card, I used some of the new products, including the Coffee Shop Stamp Set and the Java Fix 12×12 Paper Pad!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more cards made using this New Collection!

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Heffy Doodle and WOW! Embossing Powder Collaboration Blog Hop

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 amandafitterer14 Comments

Welcome to the Heffy Doodle and WOW! Embossing Powders Collaboration Blog Hop!
Design Team members from both companies are sharing inspiration using products from both companies!

I’m super excited to be taking part in the collaboration because I get to use products from two of my FAVORITE companies! I’m going to walk you through how I made this fun GLOW IN THE DARK Halloween card!

Cut out a circle using either a punch or circle die. Any size will work!
Press the circle directly onto the WOW! Embossing Pad and then apply the WOW! Glow in the Dark Embossing Powder. Melt with a heat gun.
Create a night sky background blending Catherine Pooler’s Black Jack for teh sky and Midnight for the Sleepy Hollow Stencil.
Glue the circle moon onto your background with Glubert Glue.
Using a blending brush and White Pigment Ink, create a halo around the moon.

6. Cut some grass using the Tree-mendous Peekaboo Tree Dies.

7. Ink up your grass with Melon Ice.

8. Round the edges of your card front with my favorite Corner Punch.

9. Stamp your cuties from the Costume Critters and Ghoulfriends stamp sets.

10. Color your images with any medium (I prefer OLO or Copic markers!)

11. Die cut your images with the coordinating die sets.

12. Use 3D foam squares to adhere your images and sentiment to your card!

13. Turn off the lights and see how amazing the WOW! Glow in the Dark Embossing Powder looks!

To be entered to win the giveaway, all you need to do is comment at each stop along the Blog Hop!
WOW! Embossing Powders will be giving away $25/£25 and Heffy Doodle will be giving away £25 to their respective stores! Be sure to comment before 11:59 PM EST on Oct 25th to be entered to win!

Each company will post their random winner on October 27th at 10AM EST! Make sure to check the Heffy Doodle Blog and WOW! Embossing Powders Blog to see if you’re a winner!

Blog Hop Lineup:

Heffy Doodle Blog

Bibi Cameron [COMING SOON]

Zsofia Molnar <– GO HERE NEXT

WOW! Embossing Powders Blog

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It’s TIME!! Snow-rific Birthday is AVAILABLE!

October 11, 2022October 17, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey crafty friends! The Snow-rific Birthday Collection is available now!! Please feel free to shop with my affiliate link (you know it’s SOO appreciated). If you want the ENTIRE Collection, click here.

For this card, I used a bunch of new products, including: Snow-rific Party Stamp Set, Snow Many Flakes Dies, the Snow Day Birthday Patterned Paper, and the Frosted Window Die!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more cards made using this New Collection!

Shop the New Collection

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Craftroom Tour!

October 11, 2022October 11, 2022 amandafitterer1 Comment

Hey guys! I’m so excited to share some updated photos of my craftroom! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to message me on Instagram or leave a comment on this post!

The pegboard and accessories are from IKEA!

These are the Alex drawers from IKEA. That’s my Bernadoodle pup – Knox! He says, “HI!” This is where I take all my photos of my projects!

My hubs made me these amazing marker holders! You can see his work at www.onecraftyguy.com or follow him on Facebook or Instagram!

He also made me the ink pad holders!

I did find these Ink Pad Storage on Scrapbook.com that are similar!

I love having everything sorted by rainbow! These are acrylic jars I got from Amazon. I also ordered a bunch of different twines and ribbons from Amazon and sorted them all by color.

I love having my colored cardstock nearby, so I keep them in their packaging and have them organized in my cart. I used IKEA’s dish separator to keep them up straight!

Thank you SO much for coming to my blog today! As always, I REALLY appreciate when you use my affiliate links (which can be found throughout my post). It doesn’t cost you anything or affect your order in any way, other than giving me a teeny percentage of your sale! This allows me to continue to buy crafty goodies and share tutorials and cards with you! So THANK YOU! Xx, Amanda

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My Favorite Halloween Cards

October 11, 2022October 11, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hello crafty friends! It’s only 20 days until Halloween! I thought I’d share my favorite spooky cards with you today!

First off – who doesn’t LOVE a glow-in-the-dark card?! I know I do! For this card, I used the glow-in-dark-embossing powder on the stars and the spider webs!

Buy the products used:

Buy the Heffy Doodle Ghoulfriends Stamp Set

Buy Heffy Doodle Cathedral Window Die Set

Buy Glow-in-the-Dark Embossing Powder

Next up, we have another scene using the same products, but this one is a shaker card! For the background, I used the Heffy Doodle Brick-by-Brick Stencil! For my shaker, I used the Hocus Pocus Sparkle Mix.

Next up, I just LOOOVE these cuties from the Maker Forte Magical Brew Stamp Set! Are they just so cute colored in with alcohol markers or what?! Plus, that stunning Stargazer Background!! Perfection!

Buy the Stargazer Background

Buy the Magical Brew Stamp Set

Next, we have some of my favorites from the Catherine Pooler Sweet-n-Spooky Collection! This bundle is ON SALE and has already went out of stock once! Don’t miss out on the cutest Halloween papers, stamps, and dies!

Buy the Catherine Pooler Sweet-n-Spooky Collection

We can’t have a Halloween post without some cute critters wearing costumes!! Check out these Heffy Doodle Costume Critters! I love how adorable they look colored in with OLO markers! I paired these critters with the Sunburst Stencil to create a focal point!

Buy the Heffy Doodle Sunburst Stencil

Buy the Costume Critters

Oh and I CANNOT forget this stunning scene! I love mixing and matching stamp sets! For this card, I used the Let’s Hang Out, Costume Critters, and Veggie Patch stamp sets.

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Maker Forte and Picket Fence Studios IG Hop

October 8, 2022October 7, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hello friends! I am SO excited to be part of this amazing IG Hop with Maker Forte and Picket Fence Studios! Come join in the fun HERE. You could win prizes from both companies!

Maker Forte’s Color Hive Inks are ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! They are juicy and smooshy and vibrant! And I LOVE how they react with water! Picket Fence Studios Blending Brushes make blending these inks a breeze!! They are the perfect match for beautiful backgrounds, such as the ones I made for the Hop!

–> I have 2 RAINBOW BLENDS TO SHARE with you!

Blend 1:
For my first card, I’m blending:
* Pitstop Pink
* Lemon
* Blue Raspberry

Blend 2:
For my second card, I’m blending:
* Flamingo
* Yellowstone
* Vegas Strip

For both of my cards, I’m using the CUTEST Maker Forte stamp set called Grovehill Farm. You can see the rest of the products used below!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today! To shop any of these products, you can use the affiliate links in my post! It doesn’t cost anything to you, but it does give me a teeny percentage which helps to fund my crafty tutorials for YOU! So THANK YOU for coming to my blog and using my links! I appreciate you!

See you in the IG Hop!!

Xx, Amanda

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Maker Forte – Embossing Powder – Rainbow Sparkler	Picket Fence Studios – Tools – Life Changing Blender Brush Set	Maker Forte Affiliate Link
Maker Forte – Clear Photopolymer Stamps – Grovehill Farm	Maker Forte – Simple Sayings – Simple Celebrations	Scrapbook.com Affiliate Link

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Have a Magical Halloween!

October 7, 2022October 6, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey Friends!! I am just IN LOVE with these SUPER adorbs cuties from the Magical Brew Stamp Set from the newest release from Maker Forte!! For my background, I used the NEW Stargazer Background Stamp! I simply stamped it with Vegas Strip ink and it was done! Love it! For my stamped images, I used OLO Markers to color them in!

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SNOW DAY! New Release from Catherine Pooler!

October 6, 2022October 4, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey crafty friends! It’s SNEAK PEEK TIME!!! Catherine Pooler has a Snow-rific Birthday Collection COMING SOON! I will be sharing cards from the Snow Day Bundle over the next week or so! Please feel free to shop with my affiliate link (you know it’s SOO appreciated).

For this card, I used a bunch of new products, including: Snow-rific Party Stamp Set, Snow Many Flakes Dies, and the Snow Day Birthday Patterned Paper!

Stay tuned as I continue to share more cards made using this New Collection!

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Have You Been NAUGHTY or NICE?

September 21, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey, friends! The new Holly Jolly Christmas Collection from Catherine Pooler is available for purchase now!

If you want to buy the whole Christmas Critters Bundle of goodies, you can use this link here.

To create this card, I’ve used the Better Not Pout Patterned Paper Pack, the Naughty List Stamp Set, and the Merriest Sentiments Stamp Set.

I stamped my images from the Naughty List Stamp Set, colored them with Copic markers, and then die cut them with the coordinating die set. I cut my Better Not Pout Patterned Paper Pack at an angle and then adhered it straight to my card front. I propped up my stamped image with 3D foam squares.

Thank you SO much for stopping by my blog today! I appreciate you so much!!

Don’t forget to use my affiliate link while shopping the Catherine Pooler site! It costs you nothing, but it gives me a teeny percentage back to help fund my crafty tutorials to share with YOU! Thank you SO much for your support!! Xx, Amanda

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Making a Pocketfold Tri-fold Card with a Bookmark

September 16, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hello, my fav crafty peeps! How are you doing? I’m doing AMAZING because I get to share this fun card with you! The new Holly Jolly Christmas Collection from Catherine Pooler is available for purchase now! So make sure you get your goodies before they sell out!!

If you want to buy the whole Christmas Critters Bundle of goodies, you can use this link here.

To create this card, I’ve used the Better Not Pout Patterned Paper Pack, the Naughty List Stamp Set, the Merriest Sentiments Stamp Set, and the Tree Trimmings Die.

I stamped my images from the Naughty List Stamp Set, colored them with Copic markers, and then die cut them with the coordinating die set.

For my center panel, I stamped my sentiment from the Naughty List Stamp Set and then cut it out with the Circles Dies. I also added my dotted circles using the Circle Party Stamp Set and Melon Ice. On a piece of Better Not Pout Patterned Paper, I die cut the Tree Trimmings Die in the center. Then, I adhered my circle cutout in the center with my favorite Bearly Art Glue.

For my bookmark, I trimmed down a piece of Better Not Pout Patterned Paper to 2″x 5″. I rounded off the edges with my most favorite 3-in-1 Corner Punch. I added my hole reinforcer from the Notecard Frame & Tag Dies. I just love the “Fa La La La La’ sentiment from the Merriest Sentiments Stamp Set, so I stamped that in the corner using Midnight Ink. Finally, I added a few pieces of Tuxedo Turquoise Twine.

To get my scalloped edge, I used the Decorate Edge Dies.

To tie the whole thing together, I used a brad and the Party Twist Twine.

Such a fun card filled with cheeriness! Thank you SO much for stopping by my blog today! I appreciate you so much!!

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Belly Laughs!

September 14, 2022September 13, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

It’s time! It’s time!! The Holly Jolly Christmas is available for purchase NOW!

PLUS, you’ll get this FREE STAMP SET on orders over $50!! Get yours NOW!

To create this card, I’ve used the Belly Laughs Cover Plate, which is absolutely AMAZING! How cute is that background?

For my ink blended background, I used Sea Glass and Bay Breeze and the world’s best blending brushes!

For the sentiment, I’ve used the Old Saint Nick Stamp Set. I’ve also used the Better Not Pout Patterned Paper for my banner flag.

What are you buying from this release?! Leave a comment and let me know!

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Feelin’ Holly Jolly!

September 9, 2022September 13, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

DID YOU SEE?! Catherine Pooler has a NEW COLLECTION coming out!! It’s called Holly Jolly Christmas and it’s full of the CUTEST holiday products!! This release isn’t available quite yet, but it will be available on Sept 14th! If you’re a StampNation member, you get EARLY ACCESS on Sept 13th (along with tons of other perks!!!

Plus, get this FREE DASHER STAMP SET on orders of $50 or more!

To create this card, I’ve used the New Naughty List Stamp Set. I’ve paired it with a sentiment from the Merriest Sentiments Stamp Set.

I love using non-traditional colors for holiday cards, don’t you!? I am not a big fan of red and green 😛! So, for this card, I made my entire background Chiffon and Limoncello.

What are you excited about getting from this release??! Leave me a comment!! I can’t wait to hear!

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I Found Santa’s Jammies!

September 8, 2022September 7, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

To create this card, I’ve used the Old Saint Nick Stamp Set. I’ve paired it with a sentiment from the Merriest Sentiments Stamp Set. I’ve also used the Better Not Pout Patterned Paper for my background!

What are you excited about getting from this release??! Leave me a comment!! I can’t wait to hear!

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Heffy Doodle New Release Inspiration Blog Hop

September 7, 2022September 7, 2022 amandafitterer22 Comments

You can shop the BRAND NEW RELEASE HERE!

Get your Sweetie Pie stamp set for FREE with a £30 spend (not inc. shipping). And get the coordinating dies too with a £45+ spend!

To create this trifold card, I started with a sheet of cardstock trimmed to 4.5″ x 11″. I scored at the 3″ mark and the 6″ mark.

For all of my rainbow blending, I’m using Maker Forte’s Color Hive Inks in the colors Flamingo, Yellowstone, and Vegas Strip. This is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE rainbow blend! You can get a huge range of colors from just these 3 colors!

Here’s how I get the best blend:
1. I start with Yellowstone and blend it in the center of my cardstock.
2. Next, I blend Flamingo on the top of my cardstock (reaching all the way to the top). I gently blend the Flamingo into the Yellowstone to create an orange color.
3. I grab my Vegas Strip and repeat the process on the bottom of the cardstock.
4. Now, I take my Vegas Strip and blend a purple at the very tippy top of the cardstock to create a pinky-purple blend.
5. Then, I get my Flamingo again and blend at the very bottom of the cardstock to create a blue-purple blend.
6. If needed, I will take my Yellowstone brush and just lightly blend into the Flamingo and Vegas Strip.
7. I usually also spritz my background with a Mister Perfect Spray Bottle filled with regular water. I will also sometimes flick white watercolor paint using a Watercolor Brush.

For this panel, I blended my rainbow using the new Bean Scene Stencil. To create a little peek-a-boo, I’m using the flap die from the Slimline Scallop Peekaboo Dies.

If you were wondering what sort of black and white paper I’m using for my striped paper, you’ll be happy to know that I made it myself! I simply used the chisel end of a marker! I wanted them to look hand-drawn, so I just freehanded it! Easy peasy!

For this little panel, I’ve used the new Notre Dame Stencil! I’ve also made some more peekaboos using the little dies from the Treemendous Peekaboo Dies.

For my front panel, I’ve used the Love is Everywhere Stencil. I have also used my new favorite tool (the Cropadile!) to add some eyelets to the front of my card to hold my baker’s twine! I made sure to add my eyelets and twine before gluing down the inside panel!

For my sentiment, I’ve used the Gumbelievable Stamp Set and stamped the sentiment on black cardstock using Embossing Glue. Then, I sprinkled white embossing powder to the sentiment and melted the powder with a heat gun.

For my super adorable shaker lollipop, I’ve used the NEW Sweet Tooth Shaker Dies! Omg, are they adorable or what?! You can make all sorts of sweets and shakers! For my stripes, I used my chisel marker again! I mixed and matched Sparkle Mixes to get all the colors of the rainbow in there.

For my adorable candy jar and gumball machine, I’ve used the Gumbelievable Stamp Set again and then added a layer of Glossy Accents over top! I used OLO markers to color all my images.

For my little circles, I used the circle confetti dies that come in the Sweet Tooth Shaker Dies.

I hope you have LOVED seeing how I made this rainbowy fun mini trifold card!

To be entered to win the giveaway, all you need to do is comment at each stop along the Blog Hop before Sept 13, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be announced on the Heffy Doodle Blog on Sept 15th at 10:00 AM EST!

Here’s your Blog Hop Lineup:

Heffy Doodle Blog
Kari VanNoy
Tallie Clewley
Zsofia Molnar
Claudia Mauri
Amanda Fitterer
Lauren Taylor <– GO HERE NEXT!
Lidya Wirani
Tatiana Trafimovich
Cassie Trask
Amanda Stevens
Franci Vignoli

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Sweet-n-Spooky Mini Pocketfold Notebook

August 25, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Have you seen the New Sweet-n-Spooky Bundle from Catherine Pooler?! The release is available now for purchase! Make sure to get your spooky bundle before they sell out!

To make this really fun pocketfold notebook, I trimmed down a piece of Letter size white cardstock to 11″ x 4″ and then folded it into a trifold. Then, I added the too cute Sweet-n-Spooky Patterned Paper to each flap on the inside and the outside.

Then, I created a pocket by trimming down a rectangle piece of patterned paper. I scored at .5″ on 3 sides and then folded at the score lines. Using scissors, I trimmed off the corners of the side and bottom flaps. Next, I can add double sided tape to each flap and then adhere it to my pocketfold.

I created 2 tags using my favorite tag punch.

I cut a piece of black cardstock using the new Eek Boo Cover Plate.

For the mini notebook, I simply trimmed down a piece of the patterned paper to form a book cover. I folded some regular computer paper to form the pages and then stapled them together. I used red SuperTape to adhere my pages to the cover because this tape is super strong.

Next, I stamped my images from the Toil and Trouble Stamp Set and colored them in with Copic markers.

I trimmed down some twine to wrap around my pocketfold, leaving enough to tie into a bow.

Here are more photos of the finished mini pocketfold notebook!

What are you excited about getting from this release??!

Don’t forget to use my affiliate link while shopping the Catherine Pooler site! It costs you nothing, but it gives me a teeny percentage back to help fund my crafty lifestyle! Thank you SO much for your support!! Xx, Amanda

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Simple Stories Mini Photo Album

August 24, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Hey friends! I’m SO excited to share my finished DIY mini photo album I made using the Simple Stories Full Bloom Collection! This collection just makes me SMILE! I bound my entire book using the Mini Cinch.

If you’d like to shop this Full Bloom Collection, you can use my affiliate link here. *It doesn’t cost you anything at all, but it does give me a teeny percentage of your purchase to help me fund my craftiness!

Thank you SO much for using my links. You can always shop at scrapbook.com using my link here.

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Catherine Pooler’s Halloween Release

August 22, 2022August 25, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

I’m SO pumped about this New Sweet-n-Spooky Bundle from Catherine Pooler! The release is available now for purchase! Make sure to get your spooky bundle before they sell out!

To create this card, I used the Scallops & Dots Dies with the Sweet-n-Spooky Patterned Paper and white cardstock. I stamped my images and sentiment from the Toil and Trouble Stamp Set. I colored my cauldron with Copic markers.

What are you excited about getting from this release??!

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Lattes and Leaves Shaker Card

August 5, 2022July 26, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Catherine Pooler’s All Things Fall Collection is available for purchase NOW!!!!

Check out this fun SHAKER CARD I made using the Blowing Leaves Background Stamp and the NEW BROWN INKS! My shakers are the new Mazatlan Sequins!

For the stamped image and sentiment, I used the Fall Calls For Lattes Stamp Set.

Shop the All Things Fall Collection using my affiliate link here. Thanks for using this link (at no cost to you)! It helps me fund my crafty addiction and lets me share more inspiration with you!

Crafty hugs, Amanda

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It’s TIME! Shop now!!

August 3, 2022July 26, 2022 amandafittererLeave a comment

Catherine Pooler’s All Things Fall Collection is available for purchase NOW!!!!

Check out this gorgeous background I made using the Blowing Leaves Background Stamp and the NEW BROWN INKS!

For the stamped image and sentiment, I used the Fall Calls For Lattes Stamp Set. I also used the new Mazatlan Sequins on the card as well.

Shop the All Things Fall Collection using my affiliate link here. Thanks for using this link (at no cost to you)! It helps me fund my crafty addiction and lets me share more inspiration with you!

Crafty hugs, Amanda