There’s something about the start of a new year that naturally invites reflection. Instead of rushing headfirst into resolutions and packed calendars, I wanted my first card of the year to set a different tone—one rooted in slowing down . The “No Rush Now”  stamp from the January 2026 Kit of the Month  felt like the perfect image to kick things off. This quiet little scene speaks volumes without saying too much, and honestly, that’s the energy I want to carry into the year a

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that dogs have an extraordinary way of filling our lives with pure, uncomplicated love. So today’s cards are all about celebrating our furry family members with the beautiful “Puppy Paws”  and coordinating dog-themed designs. Puppy Paws  is one of the KOM-panion Kits  from the December 2025 - Kit of the Month . This pair of cards features two sweet pups—each with its own personality—paired with soft backgrounds, earthy tones, and

Sometimes, the best cards come from the biggest blunders. While playing with the October 2025 Kit of the Month  - Bold Baubles stamp kit , I stamped these sweet, simple ornaments and started coloring them with my Prismacolor Pencils . I wanted rich, bold color with soft, smooth blending — so I grabbed my trusty Gamsol  to make the magic happen. But somewhere between blending the red bauble and the green one… I slipped. My blending stump wandered outside the lines, smudging co