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Double Scoop!

Posted on August 28, 2013August 28, 2013by Lisa

Hiya! September is almost here, and that means I can reveal the Studio Calico monthly kits! This months are called Double Scoop and they are so cool. I know I say it every month, but this month? Yeah this month’s are the best ever! And better yet, there are still some in stock! Double Scoop […]

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Using patterned paper on your cards!

Posted on August 19, 2013August 18, 2013by Lisa

Howdy! Do you have trouble using patterned paper on your cards? Well then, my post over on the Hero Arts blog is just the ticket for ya! I explain my thought processes and some tips and tricks with this card using papers and stamps from the awesome BasicGrey Carte Postale collection — love this collection […]

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Dauberpalooza!

Posted on August 8, 2013August 7, 2013by Lisa

Heya! In case you hadn’t heard it’s Dauberpalooza week on the Hero Arts blog! I’m up today with a card and gift bag combo that I made for my stepmom’s BIG 6-0! Can’t wait to give it to her on Saturday. It uses the all NEW white dauber — so new that I just received […]

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CASE Study 3rd Anniversary Blog Hop

Posted on August 5, 2013August 5, 2013by Lisa

Hi there, and welcome to my stop on the 3rd day of the CASE Study 3rd Anniversary Blog hop! We’re all hopping to celebrate three awesome years of great inspiration. Cannot believe how time flies by, can you? You may have arrived here via awesome Julie Smith’s blog, but you can head on back to CASE […]

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Art journaling at Presque Isle!

Posted on July 29, 2013July 29, 2013by Lisa

Hi there! I’m on deck over at Simon Says Stamp, sharing some art journaling that I did all about the great times I’ve had at Presque Isle . It’s an awesome place on Lake Erie — just love it. Hoping that I can go back there when I go home to visit my Dad in a few […]

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Hero Arts Holiday Catalog: Behind the Scenes

Posted on July 19, 2013July 19, 2013by Lisa

Hi! Today’s the big day! It’s the reveal of the Hero Arts Holiday Catalog! So excited to share what we have been working on. (Pssst, I hear there’s a giveaway on the Hero Arts blog to celebrate!) If you haven’t seen the catalog yet, there’s a new Chalkboard Boutique Line designed by me. I have to […]

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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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