I feel like I've been waiting forever to share this with you, and though I know that's not the case, I'm just about ready to burst, I'm so excited. Today is the official launch day of a new series I've designed with Ellen Hutson called the "Leading Ladies". Who are these ladies? We are all the leading ladies in our lives! Whether we are crafters, or gardeners, bakers, or sometimes just a hot mess doing our best to get by, we are ladies who live life to the fullest. We are witty, sassy, and thoughtful. We are sensitive, hopeful, and kind. We make mistakes, we give it our all, and we carve out a place for ourselves, and each other.

The Leading Ladies stamps are a fun way to celebrate all of what makes us great. Whether we are using these ladies to make cards for family or friends, or maybe something for ourselves to remind us we’re doing our best, whatever we use them for, my hope is that they be little reminders that ladies lead the way, no matter how tough times get, and we do it together.

I've put together a short video talking about this collection and sharing some of the first pieces I made with the first set, the Crafty Lady:

The Crafty Lady definitely has a sense of humor, but she's got a sweet side, too, and like most of us, she loves options, which is why this set is perfect for building just the right lady every time. Add sentiments to her shirt and tote, put supplies in her hands and pockets, no matter what you choose, I have a feeling she'll bring a smile to your face.

To go along with the Crafty Lady, but certainly not exclusive to being used with her, I designed a large phrase set, "Crafty Ladies Say". This 4x8 set is packed with encouraging and creative sentiments that are perfect for cards, but are already getting a workout in my Project Life album, too.