Cards

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Embellish Dimension Color Challenge

***This is my second post for today. Be sure to scroll down for my Wonderfully Whimsical card.***

Hey there!

Last night while I was doing my nightly blog-hopping, I saw that the new Embellish challenge was up. OH.MY.WORD. I am so in love with this one! The colors, cards by the design team and the prize is all amazing! For details on this challenge, click here.

I am so in love with anything stitched these days, so I had to bring out the Design Basics: Background 1 for this card. Dawn really did an amazing job designing this one- I can’t wait for future design basics! This time around I paired it up with some polka dots, a pretty leaf and a fab sentiment. Oh yes, I can’t forget to mention the ruffled ribbon! I started this technique a while back but hadn’t done it in a while. Now you may be seeing it a lot- it’s so much fun to do! :)

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Stamps: Design Basics: Background 1 (WPlus9), Polka Dot Basics, Turning A New Leaf, Round & Round
Paper: Cream, Spring Moss, Dark Chocolate, Hawaiian Shores
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Hawaiian Shores, Spring Moss, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Labels 1 Spellbinder dies, Terracotta Tile grosgrain ribbon, moss rhinestones

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Wonderfully Whimsical


Yippee, it’s Friday! Today is the start of my weekend and I have lots planned. I’m thrilled that I get to sleep in, gets crafty projects done, go to a training session with my PT and then see Iron Man 2 with my dad! I don’t get to spend too much time with my dad, so I’m excited for this “dad- daughter date”.

Okay, moving onto the card….I brought out two new stamp sets for this one. I just received my newly released Design Basics: Background 1 from WPlus9 and had to play with it right away. This set is so versatile and super fun! A while back I bought the Wonderfully Whimsical but never got around to using it. I thought these two sets would go together well, wonderfully. I wasn’t planning on using Christmas-type colors, but it ended up that way. Just goes to show you that I really don’t plan my cards- I totally go with my creative flow.

Thanks to those who left a comment on my Fancy Bow Tutorial post. I can’t wait to see your cards featuring this technique! When you create one, be sure to let me know so I can check it out! Also, if you have any requests for future tutorials, be sure to pass them along.

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Thanks for stopping by- I hope I inspired you. Have a super fabulous day!

Stamps: Wonderfully Whimsical, Design Basics: Background 1 (WPlus9)
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Emerald Green, Berry Sorbet
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet

Other: Labels 1 Spellbinder dies, Red grosgrain ribbon, Copics

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DeNami Color Challenge #2

**This is my second post today. Be sure to scroll down for my Practicing Creativity card!**


Yay! It’s time for another DeNami Design challenge! I just love when the 5th and 20th comes around….it’s always guaranteed to be full of inspiration from my fellow DeNami DT members!

For this challenge, Beka chose some FABULOUS colors. Who could resist White, Black, Magenta, Lime and Aquamarine? It’s so fresh and yummy! I decided to stick with a fairly simple card design- I really wanted the trees to shine. Can I just say that I LOVE these trees? You can color, glitter, emboss or leave them plain and they always look amazing. I recently made a card featuring these trees but used a warm Fall color scheme. Talk about versatile stamps!

I hope you’ll play along with this challenge- it’s definitely a fun one. This week there is a prize for the winner- a $30 DeNami gift certificate and of course, the Fabulous 3 Spotlight badge. :) Can’t wait to see what you create!

Just in case you missed the news yesterday, I have reached 200 followers on my blog! To celebrate this special achievement I’m hosting a $50 gift certificate giveaway!
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Paper: White, Black, Magenta, Hawaiian Shores
Ink: Onyx Black, Hawaiian Shores

Other: Black grosgrain ribbon, Magenta glitter, Aquamarine glitter, Lime Sherbet glitter, lime rhinestones,EK Success scallop border punch, corner rounder

Love You

Happy Wednesday!

Today I am excited to share a project featuring FOUR Practicing Creativity stamp sets. Yes, I was able to incorporate all of the sets I own from Courtney into this one card! Not going to lie, I was super proud of myself on accomplishing this. It wasn’t hard for the older sets but I was stuck when it came to You’re the Man.

Here’s a breakdown of the stamp sets:

Key to my Heart– locket
You’re Dandy– Sun rays
Look Up– Cloud-like design
You’re the Man (available May 6th)– “love you” sentiment & solid tire background


When I finished my card I felt like it needed a little more “oomph”. I pondered and finally decided to do paper piercing. It was a ton of work but I think it really makes the card. :)

Thanks for stopping by! I’ll be back with my DeNami Design challenge card shortly!

Stamps: You’re the Man (available May 6th), Key to my Heart, Look Up, You’re Dandy
Paper: Sweet Blush, Dark Chocolate, White
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Sweet Blush

Other: pink rhinestones, Copics, paper piercer

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2 Sketches 4 You- Laura’s Sketch #51


Thank you to everyone who wished me good health in my last post….I think it’s working! I had a migraine for most of yesterday but it slowly diminished as the day went along. Hoping and praying that it doesn’t return in the near future. I can deal with it for one day, but when it last for days, it just gets uncomfortable and frustrating.

Okay, I know that I just used these stamps, but I just can’t get enough! This time around I went with the fun Aqua, Hawaiian Shores, Spring Moss and Kraft color combination. It’s been a while since I played along with 2 Sketches 4 You (in non-DT capacity), so I thought it was time to give it a whirl again. ;) Laura designed a fairly simple sketch so I was able to get creative. Love how sketches can launch so many creative juices!

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Thanks for stopping by, dear friends! I hope you have a fabulous Tuesday!

Stamps: Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions (Wplus9), Polka Dot Basics, Background Basics: Tiny Types
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Spring Moss, Hawaiian Shores
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Labels 4 Spellbinders, EK Success scallop border punch, Spring Moss grosgrain ribbon, Espresso Boutique Buttons, twine, Copics, paper piercer

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Floral Thanks

Hello there!

I hope you all had a great weekend. Sadly, I had a pretty miserable one. I have had a migraine for the past 6 days, which has been a pain. I’ve kicked Diet Coke to the curb (again) and am really, really feeling the effects. On top of all this, my body is fighting a bug so I’ve been sleeping a lot. I feel so out of it- a feeling that I absolutely hate. I would so appreciate your prayers and/or thoughts!

For today’s card I brought out the fabulous Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions stamp set. When I bought this set I was really looking forward to using the leaves….little did I realize I would fall in love with the flowers! I’m not exactly sure what kind of flowers these are- does anyone know? I brought out my Copics and of course, some polka dots, scallops and a button. Normally these colors are associated with Valentine’s Day, but I don’t think that’s the only time you can use them! I just love how cheerful and vibrant they are….this is a color combo I’ve been using a ton recently. :)

I hope your week gets off to a great start! This week I’m hoping to get to 200 followers- that’s when I’ll be doing my next giveaway! If you haven’t become a (public) follower, be sure to do so!

Thanks for stopping by! Hope you were inspired.

Stamps: Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions (Wplus9), Mega Mixed Messages, Polka Dot Basics
Paper: White, Berry Sorbet, Pure Poppy
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Labels 4 Spellbinders, EK Success scallop border punch, Berry Sorbet grosgrain ribbon, Ruby Red Boutique Buttons, twine, Copics, paper piercer

Practicing Creativity May Release


Good morning!

Today I get to bring you the first set of cards featuring the new Practicing Creativity stamps! This set is perfect for the guys in your life- just in time for Father’s Day in June!

My first card features just a few of the cool designs from You’re the Man. When I first saw this background design, I knew I just had to bring out my markers. I kept this design simple since most guys don’t like “fussy” cards. :) I was originally going to stick with a gray, black and white color combination but I thought it needed a pop of color. I added the Hawaiian Shores grosgrain ribbon which was just the perfect touch. Can you believe it? No bow for this card! *gasp*


This next card is still fairly masculine but it definitely has a “Paulina” touch to it. ;) I used the solid tire tread design for this card and the awesome Happy Birthday sentiment. Do you recognize the argyle and cloud-like shape? Those are from Key to my Heart and Look Up! I love how easy it is to mix and match Courtney’s sets! Just wait until you see my card on the 5th- I was able to incorporate FOUR of her sets into one card. Pretty excited about that one….

Well, I hope this got you excited about You’re the Man! Be sure to stop by Courtney’s blog to see her cards & videos and then visit Alice’s blog tomorrow! She’ll be bringing you her creations using this set!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a fabulous day!

{Happy Birthday Dad card supplies}
Stamps: You’re the Man (available May 6th)
Paper: White, Black, Brown Kraft

Other: Hawaiian Shores grosgrain ribbon, Copics

{Argyle Happy Birthday card supplies}
Stamps: You’re the Man (available May 6th), Key to my Heart, Look Up
Paper: White, Black, Spring Rain
Ink: Onyx Black, Spring Rain

Other: clear rhinestones, Copics, paper piercer

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DT Announcement

Hi, sweet friends!

Wow, you all have SHOWERED me with comments on the last post– love reading them all! Seriously, receiving comments is one of my most favorite things about blogging…I should make a badge with “will blog for comments” on it. :)

Today I am super excited to be sharing some news with you. I am a part of the Practicing Creativity design team! You know that I’m a huge fan of Courtney’s work and I couldn’t help but apply when her design team call went out. I’m not going to lie, I did a happy dance when I received the email that I got accepted. I’m so excited to get to work with Courtney and also Dana and Alice. These next three months are going to be so much fun!

I couldn’t resist creating a card using a couple of Courtney’s sets- had to show you how fun they are! :) For this one I used Key to my Heart and Look Up. I simply adore how you can create your own argyle pattern- so chic! You may remember me doing it here and here and here.

Thanks to those of you who have encouraged me in my card making journey- your sweet compliments have helped me pursue my dreams and pushed me to try new things! One being trying out for design teams! :) You all are fabulous…..

Thanks for stopping by! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Teeny Heart, Key to my Heart, Look Up, Dots Background
Paper: White, Sweet Blush, Dark Chocolate
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Sweet Blush

Other: SU! scallop border punch, pink rhinestones, pink grosgrain ribbon

Leafy Hot Air Balloon


Hello, dear friends!

Today I have a bright & fun square card to share. It’s been a little while since I played with my fabulous Look Up stamp set– thought it was about time I showed it some more love. :) I know I mentioned this before, but I adore this large air balloon. The best part: creating your own patterns! I have never ridden in one of these balloons, but if it looked like this one, I might consider giving it a try! ;)

Is this week going slow for anyone else? It feels like it should be Thursday already….It’s been gloomy today, which definitely doesn’t help my mood. I’m considering have a “blah” night and going to bed super early. However, I have a ton of card ideas floating around in this brain of mine….which should I choose?

Well, I’m going to keep this short. Thanks so much for stopping by! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Woodgrain Silhouettes (WPlus9), Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions (WPlus9), Look Up, You’re Dandy, Polka Dot Basics
Paper: White, Berry Sorbet, Hawaiian Shores, Smokey Shadow
Ink: Onyx Black, Hawaiian Shores, Summer Sunrise

Other: clear rhinestones, Copics, EK Success scallop border punch

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Elegant Leaves


Greetings!

I hope your Monday is going well. Today I was super busy at work- my day flew by so quickly! Now I’m in my comfy pj pants and I’m about to work on a few crafty projects. :)

Today I have yet another card with the fabulous Woodgrain Silhouettes stamp sets by WPlus9. Since I’ve been super busy creating design team cards and then cards for the CHA display, I haven’t had too much time to create “just because” cards. However, I had to take a break from my “to-do list cards” and thought I’d play for a little bit. :) I so love these leaves- they make the perfect background paper! I’m bummed that the card didn’t scan very well….the woodgrain circle is washed out because of the glitter. In person, this card really stunning, if I do say so myself. :)

Okay, readers, now I’m thinking it’s blog candy time soon. Thing is, I don’t know what I want to give away. So….are there any things that you have on your wish list? I’d really love to hear your thoughts and suggestions!

Have a fantabulous night, dear friends!

Stamps: Woodgrain Silhouettes (WPlus), Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions (WPlus9)
Paper: White, Aqua Mist, Smokey Shadow
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Hawaiian Shores, Fresh Snow, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Gray grosgrain ribbon, SU! scallop border punch, Marvy 2″ scallop circle punch, Quickie Glue Pen, Extra Fine glitter