This is Ellen Hinds's Typepad Profile.
Join Typepad and start following Ellen Hinds's activity
Ellen Hinds
Fairport, New York
Interests: Stamping pretty cards with rubber stamps.
Recent Activity
Diane, what a beautiful card. I love it. You did a great job. Congratulations on your award. It is wonderful to see you earn awards with this great company. I wish you lots more awards in the future. Ellen Hinds
Commented Jul 30, 2015 on Stampin' Up! Garden in Bloom at DDStamps with Diane Dimich, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
Stampin' Up! Garden in Bloom
Measurements: Whisper White Thick Card Stock: 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4 Whisper White Card Stock: 4 X 5 1/4 Measurements: Whisper White Thick: 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4 and 4 x 5 1/4 English Garden Designer Series Paper: 1 x 4 inch Soft Suede scrap for Hello diecut Produ...
Susan, I love both cards, I think i like the Stepped up version a little better. Thank you so very much for all the wonderful details. You are such a wonderful creative lady. Happy stamping. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Jul 15, 2015 on Step it up Sunday! at Simple Stampin'
Step it up Sunday!
Here you go.....today is the day that I will show you a stepped up version of yesterday card. I must admit sometimes I do feel that it is not a huge difference and I hope that I do not disappoint you all...I am very simple and basic but I do think that there are many ways that you can make ...
Dear Susan, Thank you so much my Dear Friend, I am so glad you liked my card. Thank you for sharing it. You are truly amazing. Thank you for the wonderful comment on my card. I would love to have that video of you on your scooter. I think it would be great. I would love to met you someday. I know it would be a day of great joy meeting with you. Have a wonderful day my friend.
I also want to say there are so many wonderful talented stampers out there. My congratulations to each and every one of you on your beautiful cards, You all share a wonderful joy of making cards. Happing Stamping. Hugs to you all, Ellen Hinds
Commented Jul 15, 2015 on A Storm Buster Post! at Simple Stampin'
A Storm Buster Post!
Hello everyone...I am calling this a "Storm Buster Post" as the weathermen said that we are to have bad storms tonight...(well you are reading this on Friday) so I was going to be a "Girl Scout" and be prepared just in case we loose power! (I usually type my posts in the evening) I am LOVIN' sho...
Susan, Your card today is so beautiful. I was wondering how you were going to top yesterday's post. The stepped up version is so slight. But the "WOW" impact is wonderful. I love the details of the stepped up version. You are amazing and very talented. Thank you Susan for letting us know it is little things that make a great impact. Thank you for sharing. Ellen Hinds
Commented May 17, 2015 on Step it up Sunday! at Simple Stampin'
Step it up Sunday!
Here you go....basically the same card from yesterday but I stepped it up a bit here and there. I must admit, I get a bit worried that you will be disappointed and look at it an say - "It looks the same" but trust me, when you have them side by side, you can see the difference even though it i...
Dear Susan, Happy Anniversary, "WOW" you have only been with Stamping Up for three years today,
You are amazing. You have such a great talent for blogging and for your creativity. I am so glad that I found you. You won a cruise. Congratulations. You deserve it. Have fun. Have a great day, Ellen Hinds
Commented May 6, 2015 on FUN is in the Air! at Simple Stampin'
FUN is in the Air!
Good Morning and I am sorry that this post is coming to you late today but yesterday was a day that I am glad is behind me! In the end - all is good but I had a computer issue and hopefully today will feel like a breeze! FUN is in the air as this is the 1st time that Stampin' Up! has permitted u...
Susan, what a cute card. I love it it is so springy. The colors are sweet and cool. Happy Stamping.
Ellen Hinds
Commented May 5, 2015 on "hello"...in a simple and classic way! at Simple Stampin'
"hello"...in a simple and classic way!
Good morning and you know what today it....it's a super special day for (2) reasons: Today is the day of the Week that Stampin' Up! offers us a weekly deal for a group of products at a 25% discount - HANDS DOWN - my pick of the week is the 2" circle punch but the hand-held punches are right ...
Dear Susan, I love both cards. I agree I tend to do cards one way. But you showed us how sweet it is to make the simple changes and you can go both ways. You are amazing. Love them both. Happy Stamping, Ellen Hinds
Commented Apr 26, 2015 on Step it up Sunday! at Simple Stampin'
Step it up Sunday!
Well....I think that yesterday's card was fun...and I know that there are not many changes for today but I hope that you can see that making subtle changes and also changing the orientation of the card makes a huge difference. When I first started with card making, I always just made cards in ...
Susan, What a great weekend you had with John's birthday. Happy birthday John. You are not sixty years old, you are 6 perfect 10's. (LOL) Susan, it is so wonderful that all your peps came home for their dad's 60th birthday. Your card is so sweet. You have a great day. Ellen Hinds
Commented Apr 20, 2015 on A Masculine Monday Challenge... at Simple Stampin'
A Masculine Monday Challenge...
Monday..Monday and today is a very SUPER special day as today's is my dear John's 60th Birthday! What perfect timing to be able to celebrate right after tax season. The best part is that the (3) peeps came home for the weekend and it was a total surprise - truly the best gift one could have! (...
Thank you Sharon , I really appreciate the information. Your card is so beautiful. I love how you colored the flowers. Have a great day. Ellen Hinds
Commented Apr 15, 2015 on Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop at As the Ink Dries
Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop
Welcome to the Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop. This blog hop is part of a very special Stampin' Up! demonstrator's vision. Lee Conrey's vision was a nationwide fundraising event for Autism. There are many stamping events taking place across the country to raise funds as well as this blog hop. ...
Sharon, This card is amazing. I love every detail of this card. The message is so beautiful.
I have a question for you. What stamp set is this card made from.? Great Card sharon, Ellen Hinds
Commented Apr 12, 2015 on Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop at As the Ink Dries
Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop
Welcome to the Stamp Out Autism Blog Hop. This blog hop is part of a very special Stampin' Up! demonstrator's vision. Lee Conrey's vision was a nationwide fundraising event for Autism. There are many stamping events taking place across the country to raise funds as well as this blog hop. ...
Dear Susan, What a great card. I love the colors together.
I love the starburst with the bow. You are so talented.
Thank you for the inspiration. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Mar 31, 2015 on Dimensional Monday! at Simple Stampin'
Dimensional Monday!
Well my friends...it's going to happen again this week, the end of another month. Darn I swear that the older I get the faster that darn calendar spins around. You know what March 31st is as well, the end of Sale-a-bration. I am not going to go over all of the "why's and favorites" that I have...
DEar Susan and Teresa, What a beautiful card. Congratulations on winning Susan's challenge. Your card is so pretty. I love all the details on this card. You are a very creative lady. Happy Stamping to you,
Ellen Hinds
Commented Mar 3, 2015 on NEW Sale-A-Bration Goodies! at Simple Stampin'
NEW Sale-A-Bration Goodies!
That's right....just when you thought the Sale-a-bration items were out of the ballpark, Stampin' Up! did it and hit a GRAND SLAM! But before we get to that GRAND SLAM fun...I want to give a huge shout of to all that had fun yesterday in playing with my simple challenge! I was so darn happy that...
Susan, I love your card. I also took the scissors to my stamp and cut the words off. I still have them. You have so many great inspirations to all of us. I can not wait to see what you do to step this up. It is so pretty right now. Have a great day, Ellen Hinds
Commented Feb 21, 2015 on "Show & Tell" Saturday! at Simple Stampin'
"Show & Tell" Saturday!
It's weekend time...and it' another crazy winter weather time for us today....snow, ice...yuck and tomorrow it is to be in the 40's - crazy weather! Last Saturday I had so much fun sharing a simple and clean card to you and then on Sunday I "Stepped it up a bit" so I thought I would do that ag...
Patti, Thank you for this great video. I watched it twice so I could write down the exact method. I tried it with the Butterfly Framlet. It worked just like you said it would. I am so grateful.
Thank You, Happy Stamping. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Feb 21, 2015 on How to Easily Die Cut the new Butterflies Thinlits from Stampin' Up! at Patty's Stamping Spot
How to Easily Die Cut the new Butterflies Thinlits from Stampin' Up!
I have a VIDEO TUTORIAL for you today... how to easily die cut the Butterflies Thinlits (or other thinlits) from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog! I was die cutting dozens of butterflies for a Stampin' Up! card swap and I needed a quick and easy way to get all the little pieces to come out of ...
Susan, what a great card. I know Hannah will love it. I agree with Bridget, I love the heart punched from the Owl punch. It makes such a great WOW factor. I knew your Dad would love your great card from the Heard. With all of your animals that card is such a treat from you. I hope your foot is healing nicely. Good Luck with your X-Rays. This card is a real keeper. Stay warm. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Feb 20, 2015 on Got 5 MINUTES? at Simple Stampin'
Got 5 MINUTES?
I sure bet that title "got" your attention...well that is what this card took - 5 minutes! I had a very busy day yesterday working on the Stamp of the Month kits and I thought...what am I going to show to you all today? My inspiration came from a phone call from "peep" Hannah as she was doing ...
Susan, Cute card, The colors are so sweet. I love the bird. your coloring is so wonderful. I also like the dots on the circle. You can really make something plain and turn it into something pretty. Thanks for sharing, Ellen Hinds
Commented Feb 19, 2015 on Round and Round we go... at Simple Stampin'
Round and Round we go...
Good Thursday to all! Thursday's are a day for another challenge and I do hope that you play along with this weeks Pals Paper Art Challenge as we have a super fun sketch to play with! I just love circles and the minute I saw this sketch, endless ideas popped into my head. Here is the sketch fo...
Dear Susan, This card is amazing. I love the technique. the hearts embossing folder is perfect with the heart. Your colors are great. Thanks for all the pictures and the how to do it. I hope you do not mind I am going to case this one tonight. I hope you enjoy your son. I hope you are getting better each day. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Feb 15, 2015 on Whew...I think I'm caught up! at Simple Stampin'
Whew...I think I'm caught up!
Good Morning! I decided yesterday to be focus and get caught up on the Thank Yous that I needed to get out to all of my wonderful friends that have sent the most yummiest dinners to us! You have heard me take about the "Iguana's" before....well all of my lizard friends + more have been droppin...
Susan, This is good news about the X-Ray. Please listen to the doctor you are about half way to a complete recovery. Keep up the good work. Your cards are so pretty. You all are so talented. Thank you for making our friend Susan smile. Hugs to a wonderful talented lady. God Bless you all, Ellen Hinds
Commented Jan 29, 2015 on Let the parade continue.... at Simple Stampin'
Let the parade continue....
Here are some more "show and tell" of cards I have received! They are a beautiful and fun as the Disney parade of characters (If I cannot be in Orlando - I can see the characters!!!)....sit back and enjoy - feel free to give these "designers" some well deserved love with a comment! Get ready f...
Dear susan, I am so sorry you fell, Those falls can really be bad. I am so glad you did not have to have surgery. I am sending you lots of hugs and prayers for a speedy recovery. I am so glad that God sent you a wonderful Angel, Hannah. Hannah you are such a great daughter. I am so glad you have your dogs to keep you company. Please take care and put your foot up and relax. You are more important than the crafting is. I truly enjoy all of your wonderful inspiration. Have a good healing. I hope your recovery is bump free. Happy Stamping, Hugs. Ellen Hinds
Commented Jan 9, 2015 on Oh no...I went down! at Simple Stampin'
Oh no...I went down!
This is a super short post as yesterday morning as I was going down to the barn I fell on the ice and broke my ankle. Thankfully Hannah was already down in the barn as if I was home by myself - it would have been a long crawl to the house! I am fine and will be just find....just a speed bump...
Dear Susan, What a wild ride you all have been through. I hope your son heals quickly. It is so nice to have family together. My daughter is a coach bus driver and spent Christmas eve and Christmas day and still driving a group of people from Toronto to New York.WE spent our Christmas Eve and Christmas day with family. It was great but missing my beautiful daughter. It is also so nice that your son was able to back up your pictures. My daughter always teases me that I am so computer challenged. Which I am, I wish all of you a very Blessed Christmas and a very beautiful time together with family and friends. Happy Holidays everybody. Love your site Susan, Happy stamping Ellen Hinds
Commented Dec 26, 2014 on Where have I been...grap some coffee! at Simple Stampin'
Where have I been...grap some coffee!
Good Morning the day after! WOWZERS...the holiday sure does bring twists and turns to the dailiness that we all get accustomed to! It is 9:30 a.m. (Eastern time) and this is the first I have had the opportunity to have my friend (my laptop)...let me explain why! Do you remember on my last post I...
Dear Susan, what a sweet card, your colors are so pretty together. Your whole card is
so sweet. I think this idea can be used many ways. I love how you sis the envelope. thanks
for the tips and all the great pictures. Happy Stamping, Ellen Hinds
Commented Dec 21, 2014 on More of my favorite things.... at Simple Stampin'
More of my favorite things....
Happy Tuesday...that calendar is BUZZING by...are you ready? I am not but I am not stressing about it....I just keep thinking that there will be a elf that comes and sweeps me off my feet and everything will be done PRESTO....(it's fun to dream!) As I shared with you yesterday, I am going to b...
Dear Susan, This is a great card and envelope. Super simple and super great at the same time. I love it.
I agree you can change the DSP and the colors and you have a whole new card. I love it. Change the EB
folder and you have a new card . Great job. Have a super stamping day. Hugs, Ellen
Commented Oct 21, 2014 on Clean...Classic....DONE! at Simple Stampin'
Clean...Classic....DONE!
Good Morning! Before we get to today's post (and it is going to be super short with lots of pictures) there are 2 things that I want to say... Many thanks for alll of the great comments, feedback, postive energy and sheer talent that was put into the Fall/Halloween Swap! HATS OFF to all! Toda...
Dear Susan and Jeanie, Thank you both for this amazing group of all of your cards that you shared with all of us. All of these woman are so talented. Thank you for your hard work. I missed it again. I had so much on my plate, I hope to do better the next time you do a swap. Good jon everyone from all the stampers. Ellen Hinds
Commented Oct 20, 2014 on Fall Card Swap #3...wow! at Simple Stampin'
Fall Card Swap #3...wow!
Today is the wrap up of the Fall Card Swap and I think that we all can say....WOW - what a great group of Fall/Halloween Cards! Many thanks for participating in the swap and YES, I will do another one as it truly brings me joy to share your work. Darn, wouldn't it be so much fun it we all could ...
Dear Susan, What a great card. I love it. You are so talented. I love the colors together. You make everything look so easy. Congratulations on being named Manger. you deserve it. I am so proud of you.
I also like the new stamp that will be out on the 14th. Looks like a need to place another order... You have a great day, Ellen Hinds Happy Stamping. Ellen Hinds
Commented Oct 7, 2014 on Super Sweet and FUN! at Simple Stampin'
Super Sweet and FUN!
Happy Tuesday! This was such a fun card to make and wow....it was so darn easy! This is one of those that you look at and say ..."WHOA" - this looks like a nightmare to line up but it was easy peasy! The color combination was from the Color Coach, I have not blogged about this gem for a while ...
Susan, You are amazing your two cards are great. Congratulations on being Mary's guest stamper.
Your cards are so beautiful. I am so glad that Hannah is having fun and being safe. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Commented Sep 20, 2014 on A Simple Saturday Birthday!!! at Simple Stampin'
A Simple Saturday Birthday!!!
Simple Saturday is today and this card is as simple as it gets and WOW – think about all of the wonderful Designer Series Paper we have! Today I am using the Back to Black paper and this is a clean, crisp and classic collection! The base of the card is in Strawberry Slush at a vertical fold....
More...
Subscribe to Ellen Hinds’s Recent Activity
0 Favorites