Helping Card Makers Elevate Their Craft
Meet Your Host
Hi I'm Brandi, your Crafty BFF from Stamp Me Some Love, and I am excited to craft with you. Learning a new craft can be overwhelming. I'm here to help you with that journey.
As a long time crafter, I have relied on the kind crafters who have gone before me. They taught me the skills that eventually led me to be confident in my crafting journey. And now I want to help you with your crafting journey.
Let's get together and make some beautiful things!
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Meet Your Speakers
Adeline Ma of SF WASHI
Product designer and vendor
Vintage Style Washi Tapes Card Tags
traditional type project - non holiday theme
Adeline Ma is a designer and vendor of vintage-style scrapbook and journal supplies. She is excited to present a unique card project at this summer’s Card Making Success Summit!
SF WASHI specializes in offering a wide assortment of premium wide, laser-cut, and gold foil washi tapes, which are perfect for effortlessly enhancing creative projects, journals, scrapbooks, cards, and all forms of decorating.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Alyce Keegan
Coloring Teacher
Color a Simple Northern Lights Sky
traditional type project
Alyce Keegan is the founder of Kit and Clowder Colouring Classes, and has taught to a community of over 30,000 people worldwide over the past 12 years. Kit and Clowder is an award winning colouring class company that focuses on gently challenging you to step outside of your comfort zone, to try new things, and to release that pressure of perfection. You will be encouraged to make mistakes, to experiment, and to seek help with our free private tutoring to help you feel more confident each time you pick up your markers or pencils. Even if you've just started your colouring journey, you can be assured that you will be taken care of as Alyce always breaks learning down to absolute beginner basics.
Having a diploma in Art Therapy, Alyce has a strong ethos around self-care to help her customers feel confident, engaged, and motivated to learn new things and take time for themselves. This has also led to running free workshops for the Queensland Children’s Hospital and Cancer Council Foundations from the sale of all classes to help others gain access to art therapy during difficult times. Learn with Alyce over at www.kitandclowder.com or join the safe, supportive, and inclusive community of over 30,000 colourists at www.facebook.com/groups/kitandclowder
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Debbie J | Debbie J's Crafting Corner
Creative Professional
From Dull Cardstock to Shimmering Holiday Masterpieces
traditional type project
Debbie Jenkins is the creative force behind Debbie J’s Crafting Corner, where she brings cardmaking to life with creativity, joy, and a welcoming spirit. With a background rooted in art from childhood, Debbie stepped away to embrace the busy roles of wife, mother, and full-time professional. Now that her children are grown, she’s reignited her artistic spark—sharing easy, confidence-building tutorials through live videos, blog posts, and hands-on workshops.
Guided by her cheerful motto—If I can make it, you can too—Debbie invites crafters at all skill levels to discover their inner artist. Whether through uplifting YouTube tutorials or fun, community-centric live crafting sessions, she transforms complicated techniques into simple, joyful experiences.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Donna Tuschoff
Card maker
Ink Blending into the Holidays
traditional type project
Donna started paper crafting about 35 years ago. She started with scrapbooking and then moved into card making. After doing this for just over 10 years, she then adopted my two daughters. As a single mom, crafting became something that was pushed aside.
After a 20 year break, Donna started back to paper crafting in 2023. Scrapbooking is something she does but card making is more a passion. Donna is often considered a CAS card maker, but also loves mixed media. She is also called the technique girl.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Einat Kessler
Creative Professional
8 Holiday Tree Cards
traditional type project
When she was a young girl Einat used to sit on the carpet at her grandparents’ house with a huge scrapbook on her knees looking through it with amazement. These albums, created from scratch by her grandfather took her imagination to faraway places and sparked her creativity years later. When her first son was born her grandfather suggested she would create a scrapbook to document his life. Einat was bit by the scrapbooking bug and the rest is history.
Today Einat is a versatile designer, who dabbles in various crafts from scrapbooking, art journaling and altered art to mixed media and 3D paper crafts. She teaches online classes, writes ebooks and has 3 different memberships. She shares her projects and designs on her blog, FB page and very successful YouTube channel.
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Elena Anderson
Designer
Modern Stars Stencil & Pop-Out Card with Your Cricut
SVG type project
Elena is an avid designer of SVG cards and also the host of the Card Making with SVGs+ summit. She started her blog as a "traditional" card maker using stamps, dies, inks and more to create cards and later transitioned to SVG-based projects. Her love of cards and SVGs has now combined to be almost exclusively what she creates and shares in many crafty online summits. Elena shows SVG card makers how to use different techniques (both machine-based and traditional) with SVG elements to take their cards to the next level. Elena lives in Denver, CO with her best friend and husband of nearly 27 years, Alex, and their sweet, elderly dog, Django.
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Erin Reed Makes
Creator
Poinsettia Narrow Fold Card
traditional type project
Erin Reed brings a fun, romantic, and sometimes funky feel to her projects of all kinds, from papercrafts, sublimation, kids crafts, mixed media, art journals, Cricut crafts, and so much more! Catch her over on her YouTube channel, Erin Reed Makes, crafty adventures, card swaps, art reviews, crafty storytelling, The Maker's Retreat, and tons of fun!!
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Gaylynn Martling
Card Maker, Instructor & Content Creator
Interactive Pull Up Christmas Card
traditional type project
Gaylynn Martling with Neatthings is a paper crafter, card maker, content creator and instructor. This has been a part of her life for over twenty years. She shares papercraft techniques, videos, creations, helpful solutions and creative inspiration. Additionally, Gaylynn offers a variety of card making classes online. She is a native Floridian, married with two adult children and is a graduate of USF, Marketing. She is delighted to be a speaker and demonstrator for the Card Maker Success Summit.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Janna K
YouTuber
Northern Lights Christmas Magic
traditional type project
Quebec based card maker and mixed media maker, Janna Ketchum, has been building her skills in card making for the past eight years. In addition to card making Janna also runs her own YouTube channel, The Crafty Corner with Janna.
For the past six years Janna has been proud to declare herself a Tim Holtz addict. Janna focuses her work on Distress mediums including Tim Holtz Ranger, Stampers Anonymous, and Idea-ology products. Her current favorite medium is Distress Ink which is a highly versatile product. When she isn’t making Janna works in the field of Children’s Mental Health and Education. Janna also holds a BA of Performing Arts and a Masters Degree in Education.
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Jen Goode
Designer
Paint, Cut & Layer: Watercolor Holiday Cards
SVG type project
Jen Goode is an illustrator, project designer, and Doodler in Charge at JGoode Designs. This Colorado girl has been an artist and maker since she was old enough to eat glue and loves helping others create. Over 20 years ago, she turned that love into a career, partnering with brands like HP, Amazon, and Party City, including over a decade as a licensed artist with Cricut. Jen shares tips, tutorials, printables, and SVG files at 100Directions.com, where she helps crafters find their happy creating.
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Katarina McMahon- Create with Katarina
Card Maker, YouTuber
Handcrafted Elegance: A Layered Poinsettia Christmas Card
SVG type project
Katarina began her professional journey qualifying as a pharmaceutical assistant before training as a primary school teacher in Slovakia and Hungary. She completed her studies just before moving to Northern Ireland 20 years ago, taking on various roles while learning the language, and eventually working as an interpreter for the health service, a job she loved until the birth of her first child in 2016, which sparked her journey into crafting.
She quickly discovered a passion for papercrafts and has never looked back. While continuing to work at the local nursery and primary school, Katarina has pursued her creative path, earning the title of Cardmaker of the Year 2023, which led to an invitation to join the Practical Publishing Design Team, where her cards and makes are regularly published. She has also been honoured to join both the WOW! Design Team, the Lisa Horton Crafts Design Team, and as a Guest Designer on the Paper Rose Studio Design Team, experiences that have expanded her skills and confidence in trying new techniques.
Katarina enjoys creating a wide variety of cards, with flowers and the art of heat embossing remaining her favourite techniques. She loves inspiring others to explore their own creativity and discover the joy of papercrafting.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Katherine McCrory
Maker, Crafter, Youtuber, Content Creator
Pop, Sparkle, Celebrate! A Fireworks New Year Card
SVG type project
Katherine is the creative mind behind KatherineLearnsStuff, where she shares her love for crafting and making. With a wide range of skills, she explores paper crafts, vinyl projects, woodwork, sewing, upcycling, and provides valuable Cricut tips and tricks. Crafting has always been a part of Katherine’s life, but in 2021, she decided to showcase her creations and knowledge through her blog. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for bringing ideas to life, she inspires others to embrace their creativity. Whether it’s designing intricate paper pieces, crafting beautiful home décor, or experimenting with new materials, Katherine’s blog is a go-to resource for crafters of all levels. Join her on this creative journey at KatherineLearnsStuff.
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Kelly Rossouw
Cricut Craft Creator
Snowflake Card
SVG type project
Kelly is a Cricut and Crafting Creator, and loves to share her knowledge about many different craft types. She especially loves to help break down complicated projects into a few basic steps so you can easily learn any type of project.
Her motto is to help you live an easier, creative life, and she does this by sharing hundreds of free YouTube videos on her channel, blog, and fun posts on social media.
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Lauren Hinds | Craft Some Joy
Content Creator and founder of Craft Some Joy
Perfectly Paired Cards Made Easy
traditional type project - non holiday theme
Lauren Hinds is the founder of Craft Some Joy and a creative leader in paper crafting, card making, and memory keeping. She helps crafters organize their supplies, simplify their process, and actually use what they own. Through her signature POP (Progress on Projects) System, Lauren teaches practical systems that turn cluttered craft rooms into inspiring, functional spaces—so they can create more cards, capture memories, and finish projects with confidence and joy.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Lisa Ann Bernard dba Queen B Creations
Fun Fold Card Expert
Quick & Easy Christmas Fun Fold Cards
traditional type project
Lisa Ann Bernard is the creative mind behind Queen B Creations. She’s been scrapbooking and cardmaking for over 30 years and turned her passion into a full-time business after she and her husband became empty nesters more than a decade ago. Her love of fun fold cards shines through in everything she creates, especially on her YouTube channel, where she goes live twice a week sharing step-by-step tutorials. Dedicated to making fun folds easy and enjoyable for everyone, Lisa has written four tutorial books—with more on the way! She’s known for her clear, encouraging teaching style that makes even the most intricate designs simple to recreate.
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Lisa Arana
Designer
Holiday Card Magic with Alcohol Inks
traditional type project
Lisa Arana is an experienced paper crafter who is also a blogger, YouTuber, and illustrator. With over 15 years of creative experience, Lisa's card making style involves easy and quick ideas that blend approachable techniques for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced creators. You can join Lisa on her blog at dahlhouse-designs.com for endless inspiration and let her passion for crafting inspire your own creative spark!
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Marta Debicka - Drop of Sunshine
Card Maker, YouTuber / Content Creator
Double the Joy!! Handmade Ornament & Matching Card Set
traditional type project
Marta Debicka, also known as Drop of Sunshine, is a passionate crafter with over 15 years of cardmaking experience. What began as a hobby has blossomed into a full-time creative profession and a lifelong passion. Marta creates distinctive, one-of-a-kind projects, often featuring her signature handmade flowers and rich layers of color, texture, and detail. Through her YouTube channel, she inspires a vibrant community of crafters by sharing tutorials, live classes, and free digital designs. Her work radiates joy, creativity, and a deep love for artistic expression. Marta also nurtures children's creativity by organizing workshops and teaching card-making techniques at schools and local libraries. Away from her craft table, Marta enjoys life as a wife, mum, and proud cat mum—her furry little companion often making cheerful appearances during her creative sessions.
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Misty Lavigne
Creator
Simple Slimline Shaker
traditional type project
Misty started her card making career in 2010 after watching a Martha Stewart Christmas special. Martha heat embossed a snowman and The Jolly Fat Elf was born! With a love for all things holiday and Christmas, Misty began her YouTube career in 2014 with a holiday card series. Misty loves coloring and creating one of a kind cards. She has a passion for helping beginner card makers with simple and easy designs. Misty created Project Use Your Stuff and has strived to craft with as zero waste as possible. Concerned with the lack of diversity in the crafting community, Misty, along with Michael from World of Michael Trent, began the Equality for All craft collaboration. Its mission is to share projects celebrating different races, religions, abilities and sexualities. Misty is a Sooner living in Dallas, Texas, with her husband Rob and their cat Roxie … aka the crafting kitty!
My demonstration will go live at:
Friday, July 17th at 8:00am Eastern
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Rachel Daly
Content Creator
Digital Meets Traditional Cardmaking
traditional type project with digital elements
Rachel Daly is the creator behind Daly Creations, a growing YouTube channel dedicated to Cricut crafts, cardmaking, and creative organization. She shares step-by-step tutorials, product insights, and inspiring DIY projects that help viewers confidently create beautiful, handmade pieces. Rachel’s engaging teaching style and practical tips empower crafters of all levels to turn ideas into reality.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Sande Woodson
Digital Card Making Educator
Tips & Tricks to Create Digital Sentiments
traditional type project with digital elements
Sande's passion has always been teaching. After retiring in 2018, she discovered card making and became an Altenew Educator in 2020, earning Educator of the Year in 2021. Medical challenges in 2022 shifted her focus to digital card making, opening a new world of creativity. Now Sande is passionate about teaching others to design digital stamps, papers, and ephemera for printing or ecards. She loves helping card makers grow in confidence and expand their creative horizons to bless others through crafting.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Sarah Phelan
Card Maker
Make Your Embossing Folders Shine!!
traditional type project
Sarah's an avid card maker from the UK where she lives with her husband and son. She loves to create different types of cards and try out lots of new techniques. Sarah has over 20 years of cardmaking experience and works with several different brands across the globe. She has a YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/@sarahsstampinretreat ) where she loves to share heaps of cardmaking tutorials. Her favourite things about cardmaking are the community and that there is always a new technique to keep her interested!!
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Sara Lihz @ Sassy's LLC
Card Maker
Flip Flap Fun Fold: Funny Festive Christmas Cards
traditional type project with digital elements
Sara Lihz has been making cards for over 15 years. An English professor by day, she delights in transferring those skills to card-making tutorials whenever she gets the chance. For the past three years, she’s been releasing free printable Emergency Card Kits as part of her mission to make cardmaking more affordable and more accessible to everyone. She also enjoys paper engineering so you’ll often find video with free sentiments and interactive elements. You can find her tutorials on YouTube at SassysLLC.
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Shawn @manleymademinute
Card Maker and Content Creator
Backgrounds and Scraps
traditional type project - non holiday theme
Get ready to level up your cardmaking! Shawn's passion for arts and crafts started at a very young age. He rediscovered this passion for cardmaking and mixed media during the pandemic. You quickly became a YouTube creator behind Manleymademinute known for bringing bold techniques, creative layering, and serious wow-factor to every project. From simple supplies to standout designs, his creations are packed with inspiration to help you think outside the box and create cards that truly shine.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Shelley - Papercraft Hugs
Cardmaking Coach & Creative Educator
Come Twist and Pop with me!
traditional type project - non holiday theme demoed
From her craft room in the snowy North, Shelley is a creator who traded her calculator for stamps, dies, and a Cricut. She brings an accountant’s sharp eye for detail to papercrafts. With over 15 years of experience, she has mastered the art of combining intricate 3D designs with a ""mistakes are just magic"" attitude.
Shelley’s teaching is clear, high-energy, and full of Canadian kindness, making her sessions perfect for all levels. She helps crafters ditch perfectionism, embrace every vibrant colour, and rediscover that pure ""look what I made!"" magic as their inner cardmaker blooms.
My demonstration will go live at:
Saturday, July 18th at 8:00am Eastern
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Stephanie Paxman
Blogger and Designer
Stitched Snowflake Cards
traditional type project
Stephanie lives in Washington state and has been sharing crafts online for years. Whether it's been a scrapbooking forum, social media, or her own site, there's just something fun about saying "Hey, look what I made!" It's also really fun to teach other people how to make and show off their creations too. So, she's happy to be back at another Card Maker Success Summit.
My demonstration will go live at:
Sunday, July 19th at 8:00am Eastern
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Tamar Perry
Creative Director
Two Page Wonder - Box of Cards
traditional type project - non holiday theme
Tamar Perry is an artist and the Creative Director of Creative Treasures, a platform dedicated to scrapbooking, card making, and mixed media art. Based in Florida, she has over 40 years of experience in various creative fields, including graphic design, Mixed media art, paper crafts and jewelry making.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Terri Johnson
Designer/Educator
Light Up Nativity Christmas Card
SVG type project
Terri Johnson is the creator behind Terri Johnson Creates and a longtime craft educator who loves helping makers build confidence with design tools and cutting machines. She hosts online crafting events and teaches crafters how to turn creative ideas into beautiful projects.
My demonstration will go live at:
Thursday, July 16th at 8:00am Eastern
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Therese Calvird
Cardmaker | Papercrafter | Youtuber | Blogger
Northern Lights Backgrounds That Wow - Made Easy!
traditional type project
Therese began her cardmaking journey in 2005 and has been sharing her passion through blogging since 2010. With over 1,000 video tutorials on her YouTube channel, she loves to play with inks, create colourful backgrounds, and discover new ways to stretch the supplies already sitting in your craft stash. Her style leans toward clean, simple, and achievable designs that anyone can recreate. Through fun techniques and practical tips, Therese shows how a beautiful background can come together quickly - and sometimes become the star of the whole card.
