Welcome to Willow Lane Handmade

Hi, I’m Chris, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m married to my wonderful husband, Bob, and together we have two amazing sons, two wonderful daughters-in-law, and three beautiful grandchildren who bring us so much joy.

Creativity has always been a big part of my life. I’ve been making handmade Christmas cards for more than fifteen years, and over the past few years I’ve expanded my passion to include greeting cards for every occasion, decorative gift boxes, and other handcrafted paper creations.

A few months ago I discovered Stampin’ Up!, and I immediately fell in love with their beautifully coordinated products and endless creative possibilities. Becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator felt like a natural next step, allowing me to share my passion for paper crafting while helping others discover their own creativity.

For years I’ve enjoyed hosting craft nights for friends and neighbors, and one of my greatest joys is seeing someone create something they’re proud of. Whether you’re new to crafting or have years of experience, my goal is to provide inspiration, easy-to-follow instruction, and a fun, welcoming environment where creativity can flourish.

Thank you for visiting Willow Lane Handmade. I hope you’ll join me for classes, inspiration, and creative projects you’ll be excited to share with family and friends.

Let’s create something beautiful together.

What you’ll find here

Free video tutorials with written step-by-step instructions and a full supply list for every project — so you can follow along at your own pace, or check a measurement without scrubbing back through a video.

Classes, both in person and online, where everything is cut and prepared before you arrive.

Articles on the things that aren’t really about one project — planning, color, tools, and the habits that make crafting easier.

And if you’d like to make the things you see here, everything I use is available from my Stampin’ Up! store.