Life

As you can see I am still loving the pink and black color combination. It's also my way of using some of my newly acquired Valentine's paper scraps. I have a drawer full of scraps and am trying my best to not add many more and am still working on using up the rest.

Speaking of using, I finally used one of my impulse buy punches..you know the one that you aren't sure what you're going to do with it but have too have? I have to say that it works great with paper clips.

Spooky Halloween

I know you are thinking: Halloween again? Don't fret, the month will soon be over and you'll then see Xmas and Winter Cards...I hope. This card is all about the paper- no stamping, no fuss. I even added 13 metallic pearls but who's counting? All the papers and ribbon are from Stampin Up.

Pixie Dust Studio- Think Birthday!!

Are you ready for another fun challenge? This week the Pixie Dust Pixies want you to think Birthday. I don't know about you but I tend to send out more birthday cards than anything yet never seem to make them ahead of time. So why not pull out those birthday sets and fun, bright colors and create. Don't forget to head on over to the Pixie Dust Studio Challenge Blog for some inspiration and Mr. Linky. He's there patiently waiting for your link.




Stamps: Pixie Dust Studio - Flower Cart, SU Birthday Bliss
Paper: Regal Rose, White, Bazzill, My Minds Eye DP scraps
Accessories: Copics, Curly Label Punch, SU Satin Ribbon, Nestabilities, Pink Buttons, Silver Cord, Dimensionals

Thank You

Alot is going on over at Fred She Said! Tracey has been busy making loads of "pretties". To see them all, you will have to go check it out over at the store here. She also has a stained glass floral doodledallion. Now for more FSS news! We now have a challenge blog!! The challenges will be posted on the last Monday of the month. There will be a draw for a free FSS image on FEB 1st for our followers. Also there is a HUGE list on the challenge blog with all the links to previous FSS freebies, which will also be updated as new freebies are added. And we are having a blog hop on the 15th of this month so you will see even more new releases then too. I used one of the pre-colored fall flowers for the card that I am showing you today. I cut out the flower petals so I could get a little more dimension.



Stamps: Fred She Said - Fall Flowers, Stampin Up - All Natural
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Garden Green, White, Basic Grey DP
Accessories: White Gel Pen, Copics, Dimensionals, SU Orange Striped Ribbon, Nestabilities, SU Oval and Scalloped Oval Punch

From the Heart- Digital Tuesday Challenge

Hello everyone! Time for another challenge. This week's sponsor is Shirleys 2 Girls and they've gone digital. Woo Hoo! The challenge this week is to make a Valentine's Day card and for me it was a reason to use Real Red cardstock again *LOL* This cute little image is from Pixie Dust Studio and is part of the last release called Love Letters. Cute, cute images. Be sure to head on over to the Digital Tuesday Challenge Blog to see what the DT came up with this week and to see an adorable new S2G digital image.

I hope you can join in on this week's challenge. Speaking of challenges head on over to the Fred She Said Challenge Blog to learn more about the upcoming FSS Challenge and a chance to win a free digi. The first challenge will be on January 25th.


Stamps: Pixie Dust Studio - Prada Pup, Stampin Up Sentiment
Paper: Real Red, Basic Black, White, My Minds Eye DP
Accessories: Copics, Dimensionals, SU Oval and Scallop Oval Punch, Gingham Ribbon, SU Scallop Punch

Road Trip

I finally had a little time to squeeze in a project. I used Stampin Up's 'Under the Stars' set for this one because it was the only image that I could find that wouldn't cover up too much of the designer paper. The card design is from Splitcoaststampers Card Sketch Challenge SC208. For some reason I had a hard time coloring the bear with my Copics (can't seem to get it right) so I 'cheated' and used ink pads and a sponge dauber. He almost appears fuzzy that way. I'm sure I'll use this sketch again. If you are interested in trying out the challenge you can find the sketch below.



Stamps: Stampin Up - Under the Stars, Inkadinkado0 - Road Trip
Paper: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, White, Around the Block
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Close to Cocoa, Bashful, Blue, Creamy Caramel
Accessories: Twill Ribbon, Dimensionals

Splitcoaststampers Card Sketch SC208

Christmas is here

I put off making Christmas cards so long that I ended up making something ultra simple and without ribbon *gasp*. At least these won't require extra postage. I'm still in the process of writing them out but plan on mailing them first thing Monday morning so they should reach the majority of people in time. I really need to start making Christmas cards throughout the year to make things easier. I used supplies I had on hand this year but hope to plan ahead next time. Soon I'll be able to focus on Valentines Day cards and a kindergarten activity. If you have any simple project ideas for a school activity please let me know.



Stamps: Stampin Up Sidekick Sayings, Season of Joy (inside sentiment)
Paper: Real Red, Garden Green, White, The Paper Studio DP
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Garden Green
Accessories: Copics, Silver Brads, Dimension

My dear kind and wonderful friend

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. Its great spending time with family. Here's one of the projects that I made last night. I started it with a different image in mind but found that this simple sentiment was all that it needed. I also made an 8 X 8 scrapbook page but you'll have to wait until tomorrow to see that one. The layout is a simply one and I haven't added any pictures yet but thought that if I'm going to ease back into it I need to start somewhere.




Stamps: Unity Nov. Kit of the Month, SU All Holidays
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink, White, Basic Grey
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Accessories: American Crafts Ribbon, Dimensionals

'Tis the season so here's another Christmas card. I haven't decided what I'm making this year so I thought I'd try out several different options. I may end up with quick and simple but you never know. It really comes down to time and mood. This card was made with a retired set called Sidekick Sayings. I ended up trading a different stamp set for this one well after it retired. The set didn't interest me when it was available and then one day I just had to have it. That's just how it goes sometimes.



Stamps: SU Sidekick Sayings
Paper: Real Red, Wild Wasabi, White, SU DP, American Crafts DP
Ink: Black, Wild Wasabi
Accessories: 5/8 inch Red Ribbon, Copics, Dimensionals, Gemstone, Silver Brad, SU Star Punches

Its time for fall cards and I've seen a lot of great ones in the gallery. I had a little time while there was still daylight (I usually stamp at night while the kiddos are asleep) so I made a quick fall card. I used the pumpkin from Stampin Up's Little Layers II set. I also used a fall stamp set that I found in Target's Dollar aisle. I definitely need to check there more often.

I am trying to incorporate more Cuttlebug folders since there are several that I had to have. Less guilt that way. I've also been debating whether I should post a new challenge on a designated day of the week. Technique Tuesday or something along those lines. I'm still tossing ideas around my head. You'll be the first to know if I come up with something. I need to challenge myself to do more.


Stamps: SU Little Layers II, Target $1 bin
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Glossy
Ink: Stazon Black, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: CB Embossing Folders, Organdy Ribbon, Dimensionals, SU Markers, Sponge

Grateful

One of my new neighbors surprised me with a jar of homemade applesauce. It was delicious and so much better than store bought. Here's the thank you card that I plan on giving her. Although I didn't photograph the inside I ended up adhering a piece of white cardstock on the inside and stamped an apple on the lower right hand corner. I hope she likes it.


Stamps: SU - Tart and Tangy, SU - Small Script
Paper: Textured Wild Wasabi, Real Red, SU DP, White
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: SU Markers, Organdy Ribbon, Scallop Punch, Circle Punch, Dimensional

Spring Solitude

I guess I've been in the floral mood. I guess that's what can happen when you make several cards in a day. This one was made with Stampin Up's Spring Solitude set. It's a nice set for all occassion cards as it can be dressed up or kept simple as you see here.


Stamps: Spring Solitude
Paper: Groovy Guava, Ruby Red, River Rock, White, SU Ginger Blossoms DP
Ink: Ruby Red
Accessories: Groovy Guava Double Stitched Ribbon, Gold Brads, Dimensionals

Thinking of You

Switching gears to a set that I rarely use, All Year Cheer from Stampin Up. I think its one of those sets that I keep forgetting I have. Its also because all of my scrapbooking/cardmaking supplies are in various totes, still waiting to be unpacked and put in a proper spot. Unfortunately my craft room isn't finished yet, in fact its a long way from that. So I find myself only using things that are readily available. Mind you I have quite the collection of things, just limited access to them.

Stamps: All Year Cheer, Lovely Leaves

Paper: Ruby Red, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla

Ink: Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Spectrum Pad

Accessories: RibbonFx Ribbon, Slot Punch, Dimensional

Thanks so much

I thought you'd appreciate a none Halloween card so I whipped up this one to break it up a little. I love Stampin Ups new In Colors. This one was made with Pacific Point blue and is very uplifting and vibrant. Of course there are 5 other colors begging me to buy them and I know I will end up with most of them before long.


Stamps: Stampin up - Pocket Silhouettes
Paper: Pacific Point, Basic Black, White
Ink: Stazon Black
Accessories: Double Stitched Ribbon, Brads. Tag Corner Punch

Veggie Patch

This stamp set goes way back 2003. Its a long retired Stampin Up set that was part of the definitely decorative collection. I don't recall the name as its a set that I do not own. A friend of mine stamped the images for me so all I had to do was assemble. Needless to say it was a very quick and easy card to do. I was limited on supplies at the time so I kept it very simple and plan on building its complexity later today *fingers crossed*


Stamps: Stampin Up
Paper: Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pumpkin Pie
Accessories: SU Striped Ribbon

Pink Blossoms

I finally have a card to share. Its my 5 minute or less card. Here's the secret: The two step stamping was done for me by a fellow Wish-Raker (thanks kchase). All I had to do was trim the image, add a double mat and add some ribbon. It can't get any easier than that.

The image is from Stampin Up and is recently retired. I believe I have found my the stamp set that I wish I had purchased. I usually have one of those per year. I still to this day regret not getting Fishy Friends when that was available.


Stamps: Stampin Up -Blossoms Abound
Paper: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Mellow Moss
Ink: Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, Mellow Moss, Old Olive
Accessories: SU 5/8 inch grosgrain ribbon

You're a Blast

I wanted to make sure that I posted a new card today so I made this quick little number. I used Stampin Up's Pun Fun set. Its a great all occasion set.



Stamps: Pun Fun
Paper: Brilliant Blue, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Sky, Jersey Shore DP
Accessories: Primacolor Pencils, Gamsol, Silver Brads, Miscellaneous Ribbon

Bloomin' Beautiful

This card was made with Stampin Up's Bloomin'Beautiful stamp set. I wanted the image to look like a packet of flower seeds so I added score lines in 1 inch increments before stamping the background image. I used chalk so the image would take on more of a worn look. I wanted to keep focus on the main image so I added a simple ribbon to complete the card.

Stamps: Bloomin' Beautiful, Sanded
Paper: Elegant Eggplant, Textured Wild Wasabi, White
Ink: Stazon Black, Wild Wasabi
Accessories: Distressing Tool, Organza Ribbon, Chalk, Dimensionals

More Bugs and Kisses

These are the latest "Bugs and Kisses" cards. Its time to move on to a different set. I'm sure I'll make more cards from this stamp set but it will be awhile. It is a fun set to play with.



Stamps: Bugs and Kisses
Paper: Tempting Turquoise, White, SU DP
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: Turquoise Grosgrain Ribbon

Stamps: Bugs and Kisses
Paper: Brilliant Blue (WRAK mommapatti), Pumpkin Pie, Wild Wasabi, White
Ink: Rose Red, Brilliant Blue, Wild Wasabi
Accessories: Orange and Turquoise Grosgrain Ribbon

Bugs and Kisses Kind of Day

Here is the group photo of all of the projects I have recently made with the "Bugs and Kisses" set. More information on each project can be seen in the next few posts.