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Suzie Orr

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I've been crafting for many years. I started with cross-stitching, then moved on to wearable art, projects with painted wood, fabric crafts, and paper crafts -- which has transformed primarily into card making. I also do some rubber stamping and scrapbooking, but mostly I enjoy creating handmade, one-of-a-kind cards.

Learn how to make a simple handmade St. Patrick's Day card! This easy DIY tutorial shows you how to create a lucky 4-leaf clover card for friends.

Here's some Valentines Day card ideas and how to make your own Valentine's Day cards in a hurry... plus matching envelopes!

What is it REALLY like to participate in a mud run obstacle course race? Here's the inside scoop. What to expect & How to prepare for your first mud run!

My review of Cricut Expression compared to the Original Cricut machine. If you're a teacher, a mom, or a crafter, the Cricut machine is a tool you will use a lot. I use mine for papercrafting.

Want to know how to make an envelope for a card? My step-by-step instructions for making paper envelopes to match your handmade cards.

I've gone skydiving 6 times in 9 years. Tandem skydiving has become more popular, more accessible, probably safe -- but less personal. See why I say that.

With graduation season upon up, I thought I'd share how to make a DIY grad card yourself. See how to make DIY personalized graduation cards like this one -- with the grad's name, school colors, and graduation year. Plus a matching DIY envelope!

I spent the night at a Sleep Center as part of a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea. See what my sleep test was like, plus my tips to help you prepare for a sleep study test. Things I wish I'd known beforehand!

Thinking of getting a Fitbit activity tracker? I got a Fitbit Flex tracker! My Fitbit Flex review with Fitbit benefits & tips for using Fitbit without a phone.

First time skydiving? I've gone tandem skydiving A LOT - at many different drop zones. I have some skydiving tips to help prepare you for your first skydive.

Shark fin cupcakes are an easy addition for a shark-themed party or to celebrate Shark Week! My tips for making shark fins for cupcakes & filling the center with 'blood'.

What to expect after thyroid surgery - My thyroid surgery recovery story, my thyroid scar photos, my own tips to shorten your thyroid surgery recovery time.

This Pinterest card inspired me to make my own version as homemade Valentine cards. I created these 3 hearts cards which are great for sharing sentiments of love.