A Cozy Hello – Handmade Card

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

This little snowman looks like he is sending a great big hug! I think he makes an adorable Valentine card. ❤️❄️

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He’s part of the stamp set called Hello Warm Fuzzies from Unity Stamp Company. The set also includes 2 cute penguins and several sentiment stamps.

I stamped the snowman with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on white card stock and colored him with Copic markers. Using these Dashes and Frills Heart Nesting Dies, I die cut around the image.

I used these Zig Zag Rectangles Nesting Dies to die cut black and white striped patterned paper and attached it to a white card. Using the same die set, I cut red polka dot patterned paper and attached it over the striped paper. The snowman image is attached to the card with foam tape.

I stamped the sentiment with black ink on white card stock. I die cut around it using these Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies and attached it to the card with foam tape.

The Hello Warm Fuzzies is such a cute stamp set – it can be used to send warm greetings all winter long! ❤️❄️

Anita

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Chicken Alfredo Bake

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

This cold winter we’ve been having calls for some yummy comfort food! I found this recipe for Chicken AlfredoBake here at Daily Delish Co. It’s loaded with protein and made with Greek yogurt so it’s a bit healthier than a traditional Alfredo recipe.

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I used full fat cream cheese because my store was out of reduced fat. I also used whole wheat noodles to add a little fiber to the dish. The recipe calls for parsley or basil for garnish but I just left it off.

Here it is ready to go in the oven…

Here it is fresh from the oven with all the melty cheese…😋

I sprinkled a little more Parmesan cheese on top before serving. Add a side salad or some roasted veggies (or both 😉) for a great weeknight dinner.

To make this Chicken Alfredo Bake even easier, use rotisserie chicken to save time – no having to cook chicken ahead of time. You could have dinner on the table in less than an hour. 😊

Anita

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Valentine Clips

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

One of the things I’m hoping to do this year is to create with some of the things I already have in my craft stash – then I won’t feel so bad buying new fun stuff. 😉

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I found these oversized clothespins in my stash (these are similar) and wanted to create something quick and easy with them. Since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I grabbed a few 1-inch wood hearts and these cute wood conversation hearts also from my stash. ❤️

I simply painted the wood hearts red, glued the conversation hearts to them, and attached them to the clothespins using E6000 clear adhesive. Easy peasy!

Here are a few ways to use these cute Valentine clips. Attach a clip to a cellophane bag filled with Valentine treats. Add a scented candle to a cellophane bag, tie it closed with a pretty ribbon, and use a clip to attach a gift tag. Does your Valentine love savory snacks? Attach a clip to the top of a bag of their favorite chips or popcorn to use after they open the bag. You can also add a magnet to the back and use a Valentine clip to hold notes or pictures on your fridge.

What do you already have in your craft room that will spark your creativity?❤️

Anita

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Sending a Big Squeeze – Handmade Card

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

This little bunny is just the sweetest for sending Valentine greetings! ❤️

He’s from the stamp set called The Softest Thoughts from Unity Stamp Company . The set also includes 3 sentiments and a little snowflake.

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I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on white card stock. I used my Misti Stamping Tool so I could stamp it twice to get a good image. Then I colored the bunny with Copic markers.

Using these Scallops & Squares Nesting Dies, I die cut around the bunny image. I stamped the sentiment with red ink on white card stock and die cut around it with these Scallops & Circles Nesting Dies.

To make the card, I die cut a piece of pink card stock with these Scallops & Rectangles Nesting Dies, embossed it with a heart embossing folder (similar to this), and attached it to a white card. I attached a strip of red patterned paper to the card and then added the bunny and sentiment.

This sweet little guy can be used for so many different occasions. Just change the colors and he will be perfect for anytime you want to send a little love.❤️

Anita

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Valentine Treat Bags ❤️

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. ❤️ These little treat bags are quick to make and are a fun way to show a little Valentine love.

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I found my treat bags at Hobby Lobby, you can also find similar bags here at Amazon. You’ll need patterned paper, red card stock, red/white bakers twine, and 2 different size heart dies or punches – I used this set of dies.

I die cut a larger heart from patterned paper and attached it to the bag. Then I die cut a smaller heart from red card stock and layered it to the first heart. I folded over the top of the bag towards the front. Using my Crop-A-Dile, I punched 2 small holes in the top of the bag.

After filling the bag with treats, I tied it closed using red/white bakers twine.

Fill the treat bags with hard candies, chocolates, stickers, lip balm, tiny heart erasers, or any other little treats. These treat bags would be great for the kids’ classmates, Sunday school class, or even your girlfriends. ❤️

Anita

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Crochet Bear Lovey

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

This Crocheted Knotted Bear Lovey from Repeat Crafter Me is so adorable! They are so fun to make. Only the head is stuffed so the body is flat and easy for little hands to grasp.

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You can download the free pattern here at Yarnspirations and see all the info on the yarn and hook requirements. You can also find more info on the Repeat Crafter Me site here.

The bears are stitched up with chunky yarn so they work up quickly. I did the snowflakes slightly different from the pattern. I added French knots on the ends of them. Other than that I followed the pattern as written.

You could also leave the snowflake off, use any color for the sweater section, and it would be great for anytime!

Anita

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Love Across The Miles – Handmade Card

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

When I first saw this snowman holding the dangling heart I thought he would make a fun Valentine card. I love the way this card turned out.⛄️♥️

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The stamp set I used is called Across the Miles from Unity Stamp Company. I stamped the snowman with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on white card stock and colored him with Copic markers. I die cut around the image with these Scallops & Arches Nesting Dies and trimmed off the bottom of the arch.

I embossed a piece of pink card stock with a heart embossing folder (this is similar) and attached it to a white card. I stamped the sentiment with black ink on a strip of white card stock and attached it, along with the snowman, to the card.

To finish the card and add a little shine, I used Diamond Glaze on the heart.

This cute snowman is so versatile! He will make a great Christmas card, a winter hello, or birthday card and of course a Valentine. 😊♥️

Anita

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Dashing By – January 2026 Christmas Card

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

It’s time to start building my stash of Christmas cards for 2026!🎄I make a few cards of the same design each month so I’m ready when the holidays come. 😊

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I love the sweet face on this cute little reindeer! He’s from the stamp set called A Little Dash from Unity Stamp Company. The set also includes 2 sentiment stamps.

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on white card stock and colored him with Copic markers. I die cut around the image using these Petite Scallop Arched Stacklets.

To make the card, I used {BYSHC} Sketch Challenge 65 for inspiration. I attached a piece of red polka dot patterned paper to a white card. I cut 1/2 inch strips of green card stock and attached them to the card. The sentiment is stamped with black ink on the bottom green strip. The cute little reindeer is attached with foam tape.

I made 6 of this card to get my Christmas card stash going. I think I’m off to a good start!🎄😊

Anita

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Crochet Heart Pockets

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

Are you looking for a sweet way to share a little Valentine love? These Crochet Heart Pockets are so cute and only take a few minutes to make. ❤️

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You can find the super easy pattern here at Over The Head Threads Etsy shop.

I stitched up my heart pockets with I Love This Yarn in Red and Pink using an H/5mm crochet hook.

The heart pockets measure about 4 by 4 inches and are the perfect size to fill with a few chocolates, lip balm, mini hand lotion, or other small treats.

Stitch up a few of these for your girlfriends, neighbors, or anyone else who needs a little smile. ❤️

Anita

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Birthday Chick – Handmade Card

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Anita

Hi friends,

This cute little Birthday Chick is from the stamp set called Bitty Birthday Bash from Unity Stamp Company. She makes the sweetest birthday card!

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I stamped the chick with Memento Rich Cocoa ink on white card stock (the lighting isn’t great in the photo below, but I promise the card stock is white 🙂 ), and colored her with Copic markers.

Using these Scallops & Rectangles Nesting Dies, I die cut around the image and layered it to pink patterned paper cut with the same die set.

To make the card, I die cut a piece of turquoise card stock with the same die set, embossed it with a dotted embossing folder, and attached it to a white card. The stamped piece is attached to the card with foam tape.

The sentiment is stamped with turquoise ink on white card stock, die cut with these Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies, and attached to the card with foam tape.

This sweet little chick can be colored up in so many fun ways – I think she would be really cute with the balloons in bright primary colors. What colors will you choose?

Anita

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