Blog Hop

Hello there!

 

It’s that time again….it’s time for the April DeNami Blog Hop! If you started from the beginning, you should be coming from Andrea’s blog. If you get lost along the way, or didn’t get to start from the beginning, head on over to the DeNami blog. :)

For those new to my blog, or DeNami, I have the privilege of coordinating the blog hops and challenges. Each month, I try my best to chose new, creative themes, but also ones that many people can join along with. This month I decided on a monochromatic theme. 

I must say, it seemed like a good idea at first. However, when it came along to creating my card, I struggled….BIG TIME. Yes, that’s right, even the person who decides the theme sometimes doesn’t have a clue what they’re doing. LOL  After playing around quite a bit, I finally came to a card that I liked.

Here’s my card: 

 

Usually, when I’m creating freely (with my choice of stamps), I go through all my drawers and see what stamps catches my eye. Yes, this sounds silly, but it’s honestly what I do. This time around, it was the Wavy Stem Trio, Thanks (from the Everyday Greetings stamp set) and the Small Solid Button.

I’m sure you’re dying to get back to the hop. (Sorry for the longer post this time around) The next stop on the hop is Lisa Petrella’s blog!  Lisa always has great things to share- can’t wait to see what she created this time around!

Happy hopping!

Hello there!

I’m so excited it’s time for another DeNami blog hop! Each and every time a new one comes along, I am blown away by the creativity of the design team and the blog hop participants. I’m sure this one won’t be any different! The name of this hop: Floral Frenzy. 

I was trying to decide which stamp to use, and I came across this oldie but goodie, the Hydrangea Cluster. I have always thought this was a pretty stamp, but haven’t used it much over the years. Now, after playing with it, I’ll definitely be pulling it out more often! This is such a fun one to color!

 

My sister recently got engaged, and her wedding colors are similar to those in the card: purple, green with hot pink flowers. It’s going to be SO pretty! I know she is pretty stressed with wedding planning- I think I’ll send  her this card, since she was the inspiration! :)

I know you’re anxious to get to the next stop on the hop- Ayana Posadas’ blog! I am super excited to see what this girlie created- she always has amazing creations!! 

Just a reminder: there are TWO gift certificates that will be given, so be sure to comment on each blog for your highest chance of winning! If you want any of the details, click on over to the DeNami blog. 

Have a great rest of your Sunday, and happy hopping! :)

Stamps: Sending You Love, Hydrangea Cluster, Medium Polka Dots

Paper: Amethyst, White, Lime, Magenta

Ink: Imperial Purple, Timber Brown

Other: Quickie Glue Pen, Magenta glitter, Amethyst glitter, Spellbinder die, purple ribbon

Hello there!

It’s time for the February DeNami Blog Hop! I always get so excited for the second Sunday to roll around….the DeNami Blog Hops are always chock full of amazing inspiration. I know that this time will be no exception.

If you started from the beginning of the hop, you should be coming from sweet Ayana’s blog. I can only imagine the beauty she has created! 

My card today features buttons as accents. Recently, I’ve been putting rhinestones on top of my buttons and LOVE the look. It brings a little extra special to the cards plus, this is a great way to use the tiny buttons you may have.

I pulled out the new Rainbow stamp, which I can’t get enough of. To change it up a bit, I used pastel colors for my rainbow. THEN I added a doily, which I thought looked great on this card.

It’s off to the next stop on the hop: Karen Larkin’s blog. Be sure to comment on each blog for your highest chance of winning. There are THREE $20 gift certificates up for grabs; who can resist mini shopping sprees?  On top of the hop, we have a special challenge that coordinates with the blog hop- both participants and blog hoppers can participate. Check out the DeNami blog for all the details! 

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great rest of your day!

Hello friends!

It’s the day I’ve been waiting for….it’s time for the Simply Scallops Blog Hop. Each month, DeNami Design hosts a hop, and each time, I have more fun! If you started from the beginning, you should be coming from the talented Ashley Cannon Newell’s blog. (If you get lost along the way, or start in the middle, head over to the DeNami blog for the list of participants.)

When I was coming up with a theme for this hop, I wanted to do something that all DeNami fans could do. My decision: SCALLOPS! Who doesn’t love pretty scallops on cards? :)

My card today features some of the super fun new DeNami Design stamps. Can you spot them? I paired up the Rainbow with the Medium Round Bowl. I LOVE adding rhinestones to this image- it makes it look so bright and happy! I honestly had to force myself to stop using these stamps…I made five cards with this image. (You’ll see more in the future)

I hope that you found some inspiration on my blog! Your next stop is Vera Yates blog! She always has super cute creations; can’t wait to see what she made for the hop!

Have a great rest of your Sunday! See you soon…..

Good morning!!

Boy, am I excited about today! I just love the DeNami Blog Hops….they are so much fun and I always love going through all of the blogs! If you started from the beginning, you should be coming from Ayana’s blog. (Love that girl!) Just in case you get lost, or start mid-way, be sure to visit the DeNami Design blog– there’s a list of all the participants (and the details of the hop).

When I originally came up with the theme for this month, I had an idea of what I wanted to do. Well, with work being crazy lately, that didn’t exactly turn out. After browsing through my stash of stamps, I came across the adorable Santa hat from the Ho-Ho-Holidays stamp set. I then saw the Playful Puppies stamp set and went to town.

I was originally only going to do a row of puppies, but I couldn’t help but try to make a pyramid. Once I did it, I knew I *had* to keep it. Seriously, doesn’t this make you smile? Honestly, the part that took the longest was choosing what puppy I want to use. :)

As you can see from this picture, I stamped some adorable snowflakes from the Holiday stamp set. I don’t know if I’ve ever used these stamps before, but I seriously love them now. Definitely going to be using this set again SOON!

Well, enough of my ramblings…you’re probably ready to head to the next stop, which is Vera’s blog.  She always has adorable cards, so I know you’re in for a treat. Be sure to leave a comment on each blog for the highest chance of winning a gift certificate. (Plus, you’ll be brightening all the blog posters days!) :)

Have a fabulous rest of your Sunday!

Good morning!

Today I am so excited, and honored, to be participating in the Caring Hearts Blog Hop. If you have started from the beginning, you should be visiting from Mandy’s blog. 

If you are new to blogs, or have been away, there is a new card drive that Vera is putting together. Her goal is to get LOTS and LOTS of holiday cards (Thanksgiving, Christmas) and send them to various nursing homes/ assisted living centers. All too often, elderly people get forgotten over the holidays- this is such a great way to reach out to those people. Click here for details of the card drive; YOU can make a huge difference! 

I wanted to create a Christmas card for the blog hop- I seriously love making Christmas cards! I pulled out the new and adorable Christmas Tweety Birds from DeNami and went to town. In the picture below, you can see more of the details. :)

I added touches of Citrone glitter with a Quickie Glue Pen on the birds. *happy sigh* I just can’t get enough! Almost all of my cards have ribbon, and I just had to pull out the Red Satin Edge grosgrain for this card. I’m amazed at how easily I can create nice bows with this thick ribbon. At the bottom of the card, I added a row of various Olive Rhinestones; I seriously love this finishing touch. I’ve used it on some other cards (which you may see in the future).

Well, enough of my rambling. It’s time to get to the next stop on the hop: Ren-Yi! Happy hopping, and be sure to visit Vera’s blog for details of the card drive!

Who else is super thrilled about the Cuddly Critters blog hop? If you have started from the beinning, you should have come from Rebeka’s blog. (It’s always nice to know you’re on the right track!) Okay, back ot the post….. If you can see me right now, I’m just about jumping for excitement- I am thrilled that today has come! When I first came up with the idea for the Cuddly Critters theme, I knew that I would have a tough time deciding which stamp to use. If you know DeNami, you know we have a BUNCH of adorable critters…. everything from dogs to owl to the adorable chickies! Since it’s been a while since I used the chickies, I thought I’d chose one of those designs. :)