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Colour Q Challenge #148

Hi there! 
Wow, I’m honestly surprised I found time to play along in two challenges this week! The funny thing? Arielle is the host of both of the challenges that I participated in- she has some of the best challenges! 
The challenge I’m participating in today is the Colour Q Challenge #148. These colors are gorgeous and PERFECT for Summer.
 
Here is my take on the colors…. 
In March, we released the Ice Cream Shoppe Set that I haven’t been able to use very often. For some reason, these colors made me think of this set. I really love how this card turned out- the colors really pop in real life (they didn’t turn out fully how I wanted in the pictures). 
 
Thanks for stopping by! I’ll be back here on Monday for my next Featured Blogger post- hope to see you then! 
 
  
NOT LISTED: Light pink & chartreuse cardstock, coral ribbon, coral ink, chunky glitter

Thankful Thursday : August 2nd

Hello!
 
I had planned up typing this post last night when I got home from youth church (where I’m a leader), but then a group of us went out to dinner and I didn’t get home until midnight. To top that off, since I’ve been getting back to the gym, a good part of my body is sore. Such a good and bad feeling!
 

I have a million things to do today, so let’s jump right into my Thankful Thursday items.

  • fellow youth leaders that serve with me at church
  • the teeny bit of motivation I’ve gotten to get back to the gym
  • I’ve lost enough weight to look semi-cute in skinny jeans and boots (a necessity on overcast, gloomy days like today!)
  • grapes. Yes, the fruit. I’ve been obsessed since I’m trying to eat healthy again.
Last month, it was my birthday and I received an ultra sweet card from one of my blog readers/ customer at work. This person knows me so well- pink, brown, pearls, ribbon,scallops- they are all things I love! Thank you Tina for this beautiful card (and the gift too!).
Here’s the card that she sent….
Details of this card can be found on Tina’s post here
I hope that you all have been having a good week so far. What are YOU thankful for?

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Retro Sketches #22

Hi there! 
I have a card to share today that was based off of the awesome Retro Sketches challenge #22. You know me and challenges….if I have time to do them, I’m so there!
 
Here is my take on the sketch:
Amazingly enough, I stayed fairly close to the sketch. The only difference was I added the sentiment piece- it just seemed to bare without it! I pulled out some stamps I haven’t used in a little while, which is always fun. (See the supply list below)

Thanks for stopping by- I’ll see you tomorrow for a new Thankful Thursday post AND one of the special birthday cards I got. :)
 

NOT LISTED: aqua ink/ paper/ button, moss ink/ paper, marigold ribbon, scallop border punch

Sweet Life

Hello, blog friends! 
It’s Friday and I couldn’t be happier about it. This week was long and being as I’ve had allergic reactions AND a sore throat these last few days, I’m looking forward to catching up on some rest. 
If you have followed my blog for a while, you will remember that I used to post cards using non-DeNami stamps. While I’ve sold many of these sets (I still have some left in my for sale section), there are a few that I just can’t part with. One company that I love: WPlus9 Design Studio. My friend, Dawn, owns this company and it’s been such a joy to see her company blossom. 
Here’s what I have for you today:
 
I just love this sentiment! It is perfect for both family members and friends. I went a little outside my usual color palette (not too much- it still has pink!) and added a pop of bright green. I thought it was a fun little addition.  
Here’s a closer peek at the main panel. You know me and my love for glitter….I just had to add it to the flowers and butterfly!

Be sure to stop by Dawn’s fab blog on your way out. She has some beauties over there and I know she would love to see some new faces stop by. :) You can even tell her I sent you over! 
I hope you have a fantastic weekend. Take care!
*NOT LISTED: pastel pink cardstock, pink ink, scallop border, twine

Thankful Thursday: July 26th

Hi there!

It’s a brand new Thursday and it’s time for a brand new Thankful Thursday. I have to admit, sometimes I find it hard to come up with “new” things to be thankful for- many things I want to write, I’ve posted before. I AM trying to think outside of what I’ve done in the past, but don’t be surprised if you see some similar things in the next few weeks. :)

  • impromptu outings with friends.
  • my iPhone.
  • technology. Computers, phones, the list goes on and on….
  • allergy medicine. These past few days, something has been getting to me and it’s been a necessity to take meds. Throat closing= not good. Still unsure what exactly is causing this.
  • nail polish. I honestly hate the look of my toes when they aren’t painted.
  • birthday cake milkshakes. Granted, they are far from healthy, but they are out of this world amazing.

Soooo…. since you’re reading this, that means you made it through another week. You know what that means? It’s your turn to say what you’re thankful for!

Can’t wait to see what you are thankful for this week. I’ll see you tomorrow with a crafty post!

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SO CLOSE!

When I first started blogging back in October of 2008, I got giddy when I got my first 10 followers. As the numbers grew larger, I become more excited and also humbled. It’s so crazy that I am just a few away from the BIG 5-0-0! 
I am beyond thrilled to see new faces and get comments from new friends. I just love this little community! I have dreams for this blog and with each new follower, these dreams are becoming a reality. 
Do you know someone who enjoys crafts, wants to connect with other bloggers or is looking for a new blog to follow? Feel free to send them to this blog! :) 
Thanks, blog friends- you are the BEST! 

Random Loves for July

Good morning!

A couple months ago, I did my first Random Loves post. I had meant to make it a once a month feature and somehow it got overlooked in June. Oops! Anyways, I’m back today with what I’m currently loving. Ready? Let’s go!

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With Summer here, this drink is quickly becoming a favorite. It actually keeps me up more than coffee does AND it is low in calories and delish. Be sure to keep your eye out for specials on this drink- you can get them for a pretty low price!

Kira’s blog has quickly become a favorite of mine. I love the variety her blog brings and her blogging tutorials are AMAZING. If you ever need to spruce up your blog, or need tips on blogging in general, you’ll definitely want to check out the link above. (Easy-to-follow instructions from a blogging pro!)

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For my birthday, my sister got me one of the best gifts ever. Since she knows I’m a lover of all things sparkly  and am always using my iPhone, she got me the best case ever. When I opened it, I literally squealed with delight. To some it may seem over-the-top, but I love it to pieces.

This picture combines two things that I’m currently loving. I absolutely adore the hot pink dress/ aqua earrings combo. I am on the search for both of these items, so if you see them at good prices…. :) I also am a reality tv junkie. The season of The Bachelorette was awesome. Emily has definitely been my favorite bachelorette and her outfits this season were completely fab.

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Thanks for stopping by, I’ll see you all soon!

Two Challenges In One

Hello! 
I’m stopping in really quickly for a Saturday post. With all these great challenges in blog land, it was hard to pass up on playing along in a few. Today’s card was based off the new CAS-ual Fridays Challenge #62 and the DeNami Addict Challenge #3.
 
Here’s what I came up with….  
The first thing that came to mind when I saw we needed to do a black card base- Halloween! Being as we just released this adorable Friendly Mummy, I knew I wanted to use him. Seriously, isn’t he cute?!

Since the CAS-ual Friday’s challenge is all about being simple, I though the new DeNami Addict Challenge #3 would be the perfect layout. I must say, I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. {You can play along in this sketch- you don’t need DeNami stamp, but you can use them if you have them!}
Thanks for stopping by- I hope you have a great weekend!  
 
 
*NOT LISTED: decorative die cut shape, embossing folder

Decorated Gift Bag

Hello there! 
Today I have a crafty project to share AND it’s not a card! Can you believe it?  I sometimes even surprise myself. :) 
As many of you know, I have two sisters. One of them is more sporty, while the other can be sporty and girly all wrapped in one. Honestly, she’s a complete mix of her older sisters- that may be why she gets along with us so well. Anyhow….Krista* (the youngest) is a fabulous chef and travels a lot. On one of her trips, I decided to surprise her with a little bag of treats for her plane ride. I couldn’t just give her a boring gift bag, so I decorated it up before putting in the treats.
* I’m planning on doing a post about my sis in the future
I was pleasantly surprised how easily this came together! I guess hoarding things comes in handy when you want to add a lot of fun elements!
 
I started out with a plain white gift bag. I learned quickly that it doesn’t work well to stamp directly on the bag, so I added a piece of pink cardstock and that became my “base”.  I pulled out doilies, rhinetones, die cuts, scallops….pretty much anything girly I had, I added.
Here’s a closer glimpse at some of the details:

On the inside, I added some of her favorite treats and a note. It’s a small gesture, but imagine how fun if someone gave you one of these before a long trip. 
I hope you enjoyed this post. Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving some blog love! 

 *NOT LISTED: doily, butterfly and oval die cuts, rhienstones, letter stamps, light pink ink/ cardstock

Thankful Thursday: July 19th

Wow, have I mentioned how much I love my readers? In yesterday’s post, I was open and honest with you all. In return, you were open and honest with me, and I appreciate that so much. Some great words of wisdom were shared and I have been pondering the advice given.
 
Being as it’s Thursday, I have this weeks Thankful Thursday post. Does anyone else have trouble thinking of what you’re thankful for when tough times occur? I’m in that boat this week. I know there are ALWAYS things to be thankful for- this is what I have for this week.
  • amazing, caring blog readers who share advice (and leave comments!)
  • texting. I love getting random texts from my friends!
  • the friends I’ve made via my blog and Twitter. It sounds funny, but I’ve developed some amazing friendships through these avenues.
  • make-up. Tough times and make-up go hand in hand for me. It’s funny, I get the most compliments when I’m going through valleys- it might be because I “pile on” the make-up!
  • gift cards. Being as I just celebrated my birthday, I’ve gotten quite a few of these. LOVE!!
No matter what deep, dark valleys some of us may be going through, we must remember that it shouldn’t stop us from being thankful. With that being said, what are YOU thankful for this week?

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