Fall in Love with This Li'l Pumpkin

Today was a SNOW DAY !! What?

No, folks, this is not an April Fool's Day joke ! We really did get a snow day and we got a lot of snow, too. Not as much as we got during other storms this Winter.

I got a free day in my craft room to create cards, layouts and any other craft I wanted !!

Here's a layout I made.

There’s nothing sweeter than Fall days and puppy cuddles—and this layout captures both perfectly !

For this page, I documented some adorable photos of Zoe posing with her very own pumpkin (that we carved later for Halloween). Her curious expression and the Autumn colors made this layout come together so naturally. I chose a rich, warm background to really make the photos pop, and layered them with pumpkin-patterned papers to tie everything into that cozy Fall theme.

The title “Our Li’l Pumpkin” felt like the perfect fit—not only for the season, but for Zoe herself ! I added some dimension with layered title pieces and subtle doodling and stitching details to give the page extra texture and interest.

Little embellishments like the flower sticker, fall leaves, and tag help tell the story without taking away from those sweet photos. I also love how the repeated photo layout lets Zoe’s personality shine in each shot.

This page is a reminder of how the simplest moments—just a pup, a pumpkin, and a crisp Fall day—can turn into the most treasured memories.

Materials-Echo Park kit items, Thickers letters, Sharpie for doodling

Sharing my project with:

~Lasting Memories (LM 792)-FLOWERS (F-Fall, L-leaves (on pattern paper), O-orange paper, W-white letters, E-Echo Park kit, R-rectangles, S-stickers(pumpkin and flower) )

~Carlin's Challenge-cute/sweet

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Critter Crazy Challenges-anything with a critter (no people)

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Pearly Sparkles-something old (Thickers letters), something new (Echo Park kit I got for my birthday last month)

~Try It On Tuesday-cute

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Sweet Treats & Cozy Feet

The March challenge at CHRISTMAS CRAFTS ALL YEAR 'ROUND is "create a Christmas/Holiday project with something that starts with G and/or H".

I created a card with Gingerbread Men on it.

For this card, I wanted to capture that warm, cozy feeling of the holiday season—think fuzzy slippers, sweet treats, and relaxing winter moments. These gingerbread man slippers totally stole my heart! I love how their cheerful little faces bring a playful and whimsical touch to the design.

The layered background with festive patterns adds just the right amount of holiday charm without taking attention away from the main elements. I also added a few candy embellishments for a pop of sparkle and to tie everything together with a “sweet treats” theme.

The soft colors and textures make this card feel extra warm and inviting—perfect for sending a little comfort and joy during the holiday season. And of course, the sentiment “Sweet Holiday Wishes” felt like the perfect finishing touch!

My Sweet Holidays Gingerbread Men slippers card can be found at Cricut Design Space.

Sharing my project with:

~Carlin's Challenge-cute/sweet

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Merry Little Christmas-anything Christmas

~Girlz Creative Christmas-Christmas and anything goes

~Peace On Earth-anything Christmas

~Holly & Ivy-anything Christmas

~Try It On Tuesday-cute

~Jingle Belles-Christmas whimsical

*If you want to see my other Slippers cards click HERE.

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

A T-Shirt for True Coffee Lovers

The new challenge at ANYTHING BUT A CARD is posted. As always, it's actually ANYTHING but a card !!

Here's my project.

Sometimes the simplest messages are the truest ones! When I made this t-shirt, I wanted something fun, cheerful, and a little bit relatable—because for many of us, the day really does start with a good cup of coffee.

The bright blue background makes the design pop, while the bold lettering highlights the word “LOVE,” with the coffee cup tucked right into the message. I added little coffee bean accents to tie everything together and give it a playful coffee-lover vibe. The mix of fonts helps create a fun, eye-catching look that feels both cozy and energetic at the same time.

The phrase “All You Need Is Love and a Good Cup of Coffee” felt perfect for this design. It’s lighthearted but also very true—coffee and a little love can go a long way toward making the day better!

This shirt was such a fun project to create, and it would be perfect for casual days, coffee dates, or just relaxing with your favorite warm drink in hand.

Materials-T-shirt (Michaels), iron-on image (Amazon)

Sharing my project with:

~Carlin's Challenge-cute/sweet

~Word Art-Wednesday-anything uplifting/encouraging

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Creative Fingers-anything goes

~Love To Craft-anything goes

~Allsorts-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Sip, Read, Repeat: A Cozy DIY Bookmark

Excited to be the guest designer at LATTES & LAYERS with LAUREL at Coffee Loving Papercrafts.
This month the theme is "coffee/tea/hot chocolate and green". This is my last project.

I loved creating this cozy coffee-themed bookmark! Using layered cardstock and my Cricut, I designed a trio of coffee cups with a touch of glitter for that extra sparkle—because let’s be honest, coffee deserves a little glam too. The warm tones paired with the soft green give it a relaxed, comforting vibe, perfect for curling up with a good book and your favorite drink. I finished it off with a striped ribbon and a coffee bean embellishment for a simple but stylish touch . It’s the perfect little project for any coffee lover who enjoys mixing creativity with their reading time !

Materials-cardstock, Stickles glitter, ribbon, coffee bean embellishment

My Coffee Bookmark can be found at Cricut Design Space.

Sharing my project with:

~Shopping Our Stash-white out-no white

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Creative Fingers-anything goes

~Allsorts-anything goes

~Love To Scrap-anything goes

~Classic Design Challenge-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Rustic Elegance for the Holiday Season

For this card, I was inspired by the peaceful beauty of a winter woodland scene. The patterned paper with the graceful deer instantly set a calm and elegant tone, so I kept the design soft and neutral to let it shine.

I added a burlap-style ribbon across the front to bring in a touch of rustic charm and texture—it really gives the card that cozy, handmade feel I love for Christmas projects. The sentiment, “ Wishing you a blessed Christmas” felt like the perfect finishing touch, simple and heartfelt.

I love how this card captures a quiet winter night—gentle snowfall, soft colors, and a sense of calm. It’s a reminder that sometimes the most beautiful designs come from letting the paper do the talking and adding just a few thoughtful details.

Sharing my project with:

~Christmas Kickstart Challenge-out of the woods

~Farm Quest General Store-anything farm/country theme

~Merry Little Christmas-anything Christmas

~Rudolph Days-anything Christmas

~Peace On Earth-anything Christmas

~Holly & Ivy-anything Christmas

~12 Months of Christmas-anything Christmas

~Christmas Challenge-anything Christmas

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

A Little Pond Scene… in a Bookmark!

The March challenge for FARM QUEST is "pond or creek".

I spent a little time crafting with my Cricut and made this fun bookmark. The design reminds me of a peaceful pond scene with grasses and a frog by the water. I love how the Cricut can cut such intricate shapes so easily. Adding the twine at the top was the perfect finishing touch !

Materials: cardstock, twine

My Frog in Pond bookmark can be found at Cricut Design Space.

Sharing my project with:

~Dream Factory-Sweet Little Things (something small-frog, dragonflies)

~Fab N Funky-4-legged friends

~Wednesday's Creative Inspirations-cute critters

~Cardz 4 Galz-splash of green

~Ellibelle's Garden Party-anything in or from a garden

~Li'l Patch of Crafty Friends-anything goes

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Creative Fingers-anything goes

~Classic Design Challenge-anything goes

~Mix It Up-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Happy Easter Basket

I'm guest designer for March at Art Nudge.

This month the inspirational pictures are...

I was inspired by this picture to make my Easter Basket.

This cute Easter basket card is filled with sweet treats and cheerful spring details. The lattice basket design is decorated with a bunny, pastel Easter eggs, and a bright flower.

The “Happy Easter” banner adds the perfect finishing touch to this fun and festive project.

Materials: all cardstock

My Easter Basket can be found at Cricut Design Space.

Sharing my project with:

~Creative Crafting Uncles-Spring/Easter

~Night Owls-Spring/Easter

~Creative Moments-bunnies or blooms

~Double D-Easter

~Fab N Funky-4-legged friends

~Ellibelle's Garden Party-anything in or from a garden

~Classic Design Challenge-anything goes

~Ally's Angels-anything goes

~Pammie's Inky Pinkies-anything goes

~Allsorts-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Sending Smiles & Confidence

I loved putting this card together ! The colorful florals instantly made me smile, and I wanted the design to feel just as uplifting as the sentiment. I loved doodling on it too ! Cards like this are perfect for sending a little encouragement to someone who needs a reminder of how amazing they are.

The sentiment comes from a wonderful motivational bundle at WHITE SPRUCE STUDIO. So many ways this bundle can be used. I printed them all off and have a beautiful set of sentiments to create cards.

Sharing my project with:

~Daisy Chain-flowers

~Pearly Sparkles-mixed floral colors

~Cardz 4 Galz-splash of green

~Word Art Wednesday-anything uplifting/encouraging

~Creative Friday-feminine

~Creative Crafters-anything goes

~Love To Scrap-anything goes

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Pammie's Inky Pinkies-anything goes

~Ally's Angels-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

A Card Full of Ocean Wishes

The challenge for STAR STAMPZ this month the challenge is "furry friends" or anything goes.

For this card I focused on coloring the sweet stamped image, called Goldfish Fishing. I had fun bringing the little scene to life while matching it with the fish-themed background paper. The playful sentiment, “If wishes were fishes I’d send you the whole ocean” makes this card perfect for sending a smile.

Sharing my project with:

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Dream Factory-Sweet Little Things (something small-fish)

~Heart's Quest Celebrations of Love-birthday

~Passion for Markers-markers and pink

~Addicted to Stamps & More-birthday

~Craft-Alnica-pink

~Fab N Funky-4-legged friends

~I Love Promarkers-markers and for girls

~Creative Friday-feminine

~Send a Smile 4 Kids-animals

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Pawsitively Spooktacular: Zoe’s Halloween Fun

This spooktacular layout captures one of my favorite Halloween moments featuring my sweet pup, Zoe ! Dressed for the occasion and posing beside a glowing jack-o’-lantern that I carved, she brings the perfect mix of cute and spooky to the page.

I went all in with bold Halloween colors—bright orange for the background paired with strips of black and purple patterned paper filled with bats, stars, and moons. These layers help create a playful, spooky vibe while drawing attention to the photos.

The angled photo mats add movement and energy, almost like Zoe is popping right out of the page ! I embellished with little stickers like a bat, a pumpkin, and a spider to tie everything together, while the “Sweet and Spooky” title perfectly sums up Zoe’s personality in this layout.

Sharing my project with:

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Two Old Bats-Halloween

~Lasting Memories (LM 791)-SPRING (S-stickers, P-pumpkin, R-ripped paper, I-inked edges, N-night photos, G-gel pen)

~Fab N Funky-4-legged friends

~Love Those Pretty Papers-anything with patterned paper

~Wednesday's Creative Inspirations-cute critters

~Pammie's Inky Pinkies-anything goes

~Love To Scrap-anything goes

~Ally's Angels-anything goes

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~