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I Pick You, Mondo Wildflowers!

Posted on May 7, 2019May 8, 2019by Lisa

I just can’t stop playing with the newly released Mondo Wildflowers — they just make me HAPPY! Then I added a little pixie dust shimmer action and I loved them even more. I’ve got super quick cards to share to show ya what I’m talking about. First up, this little number: And then there’s this […]

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It’s a Backyard Party!

Posted on May 5, 2019May 5, 2019by Lisa

Hi all! In case ya hadn’t heard, the May Essentials by Ellen release went LIVE on Friday — yay! This release is so good — I know, I know, I say that every month lol! But seriously, it has something for everyone — from gorgeous flowers to cute critters — like this Backyard Party set […]

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Mondo Wildflowers

Posted on May 3, 2019May 3, 2019by Lisa

It’s here! It’s here! Find the full Essentials by Ellen May release right HERE in the shop! If you know me, you’ll know that I’m crazy about wildflowers — we have some of the most amazing blooms here in Texas! I feel so lucky to see them. Wish you could come out and join me […]

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Punny Stationery Set

Posted on April 10, 2019April 10, 2019by Lisa

Hey hey! I’m on the Ellen Hutson blog today with a quick tip video for you! I’d love it if you clicked over and joined me. I had so much fun making these notecards — I was giggling the whole time! (Had to silence it on the video, HA!) I plan on giving these to […]

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Hey There Hot-Tea!

Posted on April 6, 2019April 6, 2019by Lisa

Have you heard the news? The April Essentials by Ellen release is HERE! And tea drinkers rejoice, because this release has the stamps for YOU! I’m talking about the new Handful stamps and dies! These stamps crack me! :) I kept the card on the clean and simple side to really show off the fancy […]

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Essentials by Ellen April Release — it’s PIN-tastic!

Posted on April 5, 2019April 5, 2019by Lisa

Hey hey and happy FRIYAY! Yep, you read that right: the April Essentials by Ellen release is HERE! I think it’s so good you all! Check out the whole release! In this post, I’m gonna feature the new Everyday Doodles stamps and matching dies plus the coordinating Everyday Punnies set. These all totally crack me! […]

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I'm so glad you're here! I'm Lisa Spangler, prairie girl living in the big city of Austin, TX. In case you were wondering, sideoats is the state grass of Texas and to me it's just as beautiful as any flower. Hope you'll stay awhile and visit often. More about me.

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