Cards

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Fly A Kite


Tuesday greetings, my dear friends!

I hope your day is going well. Today I’m a busy little bee at work, then I have a session with my personal trainer. Oh, before I forget, I need to share some happy news with you. On Saturday when I had my session, my personal trainer said, “Wow, you look really good. You have definitely slimmed down”. Do you know how good that made me feel? All my hard work for the past few months is starting to pay off! I still have a ways to go, but getting that compliment totally made my day. :)

As you know, I received my Just Dandy set yesterday. Today I am featuring the adorable clouds and kite stamps. Let me tell ya, this card was very much inspired by the cheerful cards that Kelly creates. :) Whenever I need a splash of inspiration or need to see some cheery cards I pop over to Kelly’s blog. She has a knack for making cards that will cheer people up.

That’s all for now. Hope this card brought some sunshine to your day!

Stamps: Just Dandy, Signature Greetings
Paper: White, Navy, Bitty Dots Basics, Bitty Box Basics
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Majestic Blue, Aqua Mist
Other: rhinestones, corner rounder

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New Goodies

Don’t you love getting new goodies in the mail? On Friday I ordered some fun stamps and rhinestones and was pleasantly surprised to find them in the mail today! I tell ya, that postal service can be dreadful but then there are times when they can do a marvelous job. :) Guess they want to keep us on our toes.

Today’s card features Courtney’s super cute set Just Dandy. When I first saw the set, it was love at first sight. I adore the little clouds and rain drops, but I just couldn’t resist playing with the dandelions for this card. Aren’t they fun?! Oh yes, and I just *had* to use the sentiment from Key to My Heart- I think it totally fits this card.

I hate to mention this (my apologies to those on the east coast), but my goodness, Seattle weather has been out of this world. Last year we had one of the worst winters ever- snow for days and days, power out, days without work, etc….this year it’s been sunny and warm. I have been enjoying these days because I know they are bound to end soon. My thoughts are with those in the east coast who are dealing with the yucky blizzards and power outages. I hope that you are able to have some quality time with your family.

I’m starting to prep for my next blog candy giveaway. I’ve done gift certificates, Cuttlebug, Martha Stewart goodies, huge Making Memories lot…..I’m starting to run out of ideas! Send over your ideas, peeps!

Well, I’m going to call it a night. Hope to see you tomorrow!

Stamps: Key to My Heart, Just Dandy
Paper: White, Smokey Shadow, Ripe Avocado
Ink: Smoky Grey, Vintage Sepia, Ripe Avocado, Spring Moss
Other: SU! scallop border punch, corner rounder, rhinestones, green satin ribbon

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Wishing You Sunshine


Happy Super Sunday to you all! {I had no idea that Superbowl Sunday was called this…..the things you find out at church!} Before I start, I have to say that I am NOT a football fan. I don’t understand the game at all. However, my dad and brothers are all avid football fans- it’s quite funny how opposite I am of this fact.

Today’s card features lots of fun goodies. My own glitter paper, scallops, rhinestones and polka dots! Lately I have been on this glitter kick, I really haven’t the slightest clue as to why. I decided that I would make my own “glitter paper” by cutting a strip of black paper, adding my ATG adhesive and then sprinkling black glitter over the whole strip. It’s SUPER easy, adds elegance to a card and it’s inexpensive! All pluses in my book! :)

I hope you all had a nice, restful weekend. I’m going to go enjoy the last few hours of mine before I have to head back to work. Thanks for stopping by! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Small Solid Circle, Teeny Star, Scattered Showers
Paper: White, Black, Smokey Shadow, Aqua Mist
Ink: Smoky Grey, Onyx Black, Cloud White, Aqua Mist
Other: corner rounder, rhinestones, EK Success scallop border punch

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Taylor’s Sketch Challenge #99


Happy Saturday to all!

Today I have a bright and cheery card for you. Before I start, I want to dedicate this card to all my blog friends who are dealing with the crazy snow in the east coast. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw pictures of 20+ inches of snow. I hope you all are staying warm and maybe even getting some crafting projects done.

It’s been quite a while since I had a chance to participate in Taylor’s sketches. They are always so fun and the samples are superb. If you haven’t checked out Taylor’s blog, be sure to do so! You’ll definitely be inspired! The card for today was based off her 99th sketch. I was trying to see when the last time I played…I think it was way back when the sketches were in the 50’s! Wow, I can’t believe how fast those weeks go by!

Before I close, I wanted to post the picture that I took with Taylor at the CHA SuperShow for those who didn’t see it before. That girlie is so incredibly sweet! Her booth was utterly adorable and her staff was wearing the cutest aprons ever!
Thanks for stopping by! Hope you were inspired! Have a great rest of the night!

Stamps: Small Solid Circle, Keys to My Heart, Vintage Labels, Everyday Button Bits
Paper: Cream, Brown Kraft, New Leaf, Raspberry Fizz
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Tea Dye Duo
Other: Marvy 2″ scallop circle punch, Marvy 2½” scallop circle punch, Martha Stewart scallop border punch, green button
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Emboss Resist Challenge

Hello!

Did you notice the last word in the title? CHALLENGE? Yes, that’s definitely what this card was for me. I had NEVER tried to emboss resist before- that’s probably a good thing. After FIVE failed attempts, I finally got one that turned out. How did Nichole made it look so easy in the video?!?

I decided to keep the card design fairly simple since the embossed leaves are the focal point of the card. I used Chocolate Brown Brilliance and clear embossing powder to get the elegant, rich color for the leaves. I forgot how pretty things look when you emboss- I may need to do it again soon! However, I’m thinking I’ll leave the emboss resist technique to the pros. ;)

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Turning A New Leaf, Handwritten Notes, Dots Background
Paper: Cream, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Chocolate Brown, Aqua Mist, Ocean Tides, Tea Dye Duo
Other: Lemon Tart grosgrain ribbon, button, twine, corner rounder, SU! scallop border punch, clear embossing powder

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Friends Forever

Before I start with my post, can I just say that I have some fab followers? It still boggles my mind that people visit my blog all over the world! While I was contacting someone via email (on official work business), I found out that she follows my blog! BIG shout out to Martine in Ohio! If you follow my blog and haven’t left a comment before, I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to hear from you! You can leave me a comment or even send me an email- I love hearing from you guys!

Onto the card for today….With Courtney’s new stamp set releasing tomorrow, I thought I would make time to play with her “old” set before I got the new one. I’m SUPER excited for her new one to release! If you haven’t taken a look at her sneak peeks, I would encourage you to visit her blog. Leave her a comment- you can tell her I sent you. ;)

Ever since I posted the Pastel Cupcake card, I couldn’t get that argyle/ cupcake combo out of my mind. I decided to play with some purple this time around. Oh yes and let’s not forget that cute pom pom at the top of the cupcake or that fun ribbon technique!

Any fun plans for the weekend? I’m planning on hitting the gym, seeing a movie with a girlfriend and then lots of crafting along with catching up on Burn Notice, Psych and White Collar. :)

Thanks for stopping by, friends! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Keys to My Heart, Teeny Heart, Baby Button Bits, Vintage Labels, Tiny Treats: Valentine,
Paper: Cream, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Bitty Box Basics
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Lavender Moon, Tea Dye Duo
Other: Labels 1 Spellbinders, corner rounder, button, pom pom, Chocolate Brown grosgrain ribbon, Quickie Glue Pen, Lavender Frost glitter

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You’re A Blessing

We have made it to the middle of the week! This week has gone fairly well for me- how has yours been? Granted I have been a bit tired, but that’s only because I have been staying up way too late crafting! I must say, I’m a tad bit jealous of those who can stay at home and craft all day. *wink*

Like I promised, here is my second take on the Embellish Ribbons Color Challenge. I think I like this card better than my first one….how could you resist that turquoise glitter and that fab button?! I had so much fun using my Spellbinders Labels Four dies and then adding glitter to the embossed edge. Since I don’t own any glitter paper, I figured I would make my own. ;) I have a feeling that you’ll see me do this again in the future.

In closing, I want to make sure you all know that I AM going to post my CHA pics. I’m sorry for the delay! Oh yes, and make sure you check out Lisa’s fabulous birthday blog candy!! She is such a sweetie pie and this candy is super delish!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Vintage Labels, Signature Greetings
Paper: White, Sweet Blush, Dark Chocolate
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Sweet Blush
Other: White grosgrain ribbon, Labels Four Spellbinder dies, Aquamarine glitter, Quickie Glue Pen, button

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Embellish Ribbons Color Challenge

Hi-ya friends!

Today I have a card based off the Embellish Ribbons Color Challenge. I must admit, I had no clue what to do when I saw that the card needed to have turquoise. I don’t have any papers or ink pads that fit that color….thankfully I have some fun, turquoise buttons! I think I have buttons in every single color. :D

I have another card for the Embellish challenge that I’ll post in the next couple of days. {That picture also turned out horribly.} I hope that you’ll participate in the challenge this week. It’ll most likely stretch you and have you think outside the “box”. Can’t wait to see what you create!

Stamps: Dots Background, Baby Button Bits
Paper: White, Sweet Blush, Dark Chocolate
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Tea Dye Duo, Sweet Blush
Other: Chocolate Brown grosgrain ribbon, turquoise button, corner rounder

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Birthday Wishes


Wow, when was the last time I did two posts in a day? It seems like it has been forever! I wasn’t planning on doing another post, but then I *had* to stop by Nichole’s blog before I “closed shop” for the night. {I’ve been stamping ever since dinner…just couldn’t stop!} Oh goodness, have you seen all the fun happenings that are going on over there?! Right now they are celebrating their 3rd birthday, so there are lots of exciting things going on.

Nichole put out a challenge to use one of the printed designs that a PTI DT member created. I had trouble choosing an image but finally decided on this great design from Melissa Bickford. With my dad’s birthday a week ago {gasp!}, I still needed to give him a card. I have a large stack of cards at my disposal, just not any masculine cards. I really need to build up this stash…I had being late with cards and also stressing about making them!

You may remember this card design from a while ago. I had trouble deciding on a concept and remembered this fun one. If you follow my blog, you know that I sometimes recycle my card ideas. I personally don’t think there is anything wrong with that…. ;) I think this card turned out fairly well, considering that I’m not super comfortable making “guy” cards.

Thanks for stopping by! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Small Solid Circle, Dots Background, Background Basics: Retro
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Aqua Mist, Dark Chocolate, Lemon Tart, Bitty Dots Basics
Ink: Vintage Sepia, VersaMark, Aqua Mist, Tea Dye Duo
Other: Ivory grosgrain ribbon, Marvy 2½” scallop circle punch, Marvy 3″ scallop circle punch, printed design from Melissa Bickford, brown rhinestones

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Pastel Cupcake

Hello friends!

Wow, I totally slept in today. When I looked at the clock it was 10:56! I think the crazy CHA weekend and jumping back into work finally caught up to me. :) Thankfully today will be a very relaxing day. I’m taking my little sister to a movie and dinner for her birthday{18, baby!}. Where has the time gone?! I am so very blessed to have her as my sister. She is always making me laugh, she is absolutely gorgeous {which I’m jealous of}, she is super talented in cooking and baking, and she has an awesome relationship with the Lord. I’ll make sure I take some pics with her so you can see how beautiful she is!

In my last post, I featured the fabulous set by Court Baker. Well, like I mentioned in that post, I just LOVE the argyle stamps from that set. Just to forewarn you, I will be using that stamp a ton in the future…I’d really encourage you to get that set. It’s only $13 and the possibilities are endless.

As you’ll notice, this card isn’t exactly *my* style. However, I am totally in love with it. I love the pretty background and of course, that sparkly cupcake! I must admit, I was craving a cupcake after I stamped this card. Don’t worry….I was good and stuck to my diet! I still have 15 pounds to go before I hit my ideal weight. It’s a slow process but it’s so great to see results from my hard work. :)

Since it’s so late, I suppose I should get ready for the day. Thanks for stopping by my blog! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Keys to My Heart, Teeny Heart, Baby Button Bits, Vintage Labels
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Sweet Blush, Tea Dye Duo
Other: Labels 1 Spellbinders, glitter, Sweet Blush grosgrain ribbon, button