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You da’ beast!

Posted on October 7, 2019September 29, 2019by Lisa

Hey all! I’m back with another card from the Ellen Hutson October release! This one features Lil’ ‘Squatch — ahhhh can’t tell you how happy I was to see this guy in the lineup! You see, my dad is a bigfoot fan, and I needed a birthday card for him — this was perfect! I […]

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Ellen Hutson October Release Blog Hop!

Posted on October 6, 2019October 2, 2019by Lisa

Hi there and welcome to my stop on the Ellen Hutson October Release Blog hop! I’m so glad you’re here! Today I have TWO cards to share using the new addition to the Mondo lineup: Mondo Chrysanthemum! This flower you all — it just makes me so happy! You see, growing up in Ohio my […]

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I’ve got the blues…

Posted on September 11, 2019September 11, 2019by Lisa

I’ve been a little blue lately — indanthrone blue, that is! This color you all! It’s just so good and perfect for fall + winter. I love how it looks all on it’s own, as in this mighty card, featuring the new Mondo Oak Leaf stamps and dies: So pretty, amiright? It makes the most […]

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Essentials by Ellen September release + PRIZES!

Posted on September 8, 2019September 8, 2019by Lisa

Yes, you read that right — the September Essentials by Ellen release is here! I know I say it every month, but this release is so good you all! That Brandi did it again! Today I’m sharing a super fun card using the new Dinomite Christmas stamps and coordinating Dinomite Christmas Dies. Check it: Is […]

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Ellen Hutson Labor Day SALE!

Posted on August 30, 2019August 30, 2019by Lisa

Oh yes! You read that right! 20% off everything with code labor19! Here’s the fine print for ya: 20% off storewide August 30th – September 2nd with the code labor19 Discount applies to in-stock items only when code is applied Not valid on previous purchases & cannot be combined with other offers Sale excludes Lawn […]

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It’s almost PSL season!

Posted on August 28, 2019August 28, 2019by Lisa

I can’t believe it’s almost September, can you? Weeeeelll, we had a break in the weather and it’s “only” 98 F — to this Texas gal that means fall, y’all! And THAT means it’s almost pumpkin spice latte season! Say it with me: PSL! PSL! PSL! So of course I had to whip up a […]

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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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Have you always wanted to try mixed media but weren’t sure where to start? Well then, I have just the class for you over at Big Picture. THIS is the class I wish I could have taken when I started on my mixed media journey. Come join me.

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