January Giveaway

Hi-ya, friends!
It’s been quite a while since I did a giveaway, so I thought I’d bring one to you now! I was contemplating what to put up, and I decided it’d be fun to have another gift certificate giveaway. Who doesn’t love shopping?
This giveaway is similar to all mine in the past- just leave a comment and spread the word! To get double the amount of chances to win, all you need to do is follow my blog!
To make it even easier to pass along the news of my giveaway, I created a little badge! Just copy and paste the info below, and you’ll be good to go! 

Pretty Pink Posh Giveaway

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The details:
One comment per person- unless you become/ are a blog follower.
1) Leave a comment ON THIS POST letting me know which place you’d like to receive the gift certficate to and what you would buy!
2) Leave a link on your blog to my giveaway! (If you don’t have a blog, that’s alright, be sure you let your friends know another way!)
3) Leave a way for me to contact you. (ie: blog or email address)
…:::If you become a (public) follower, or already one, you get to leave an additional comment! Just let me know you became/ are a follower!:::…
You have until Saturday, January 15th to enter. I will pick a winner using Random.org the next day. GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED
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Colour Q Challenge #67

Hey there-
I have another card to share with you today! I know, I’m surprised too!  :) While doing my normal blog browsing, I saw that the Colour Q Challenge #67 was posted. I am getting so addicted to these things- this makes three in a row! 
The colors on this challenge are SO fun and happy; how could you not smile when you look at them? I decided these colors would be perfect for a birthday card….
I recently purchased my very first set of paper doilies. I resisted for months and months, but after seeing so many beautiful creations with them, I finally caved. Thank goodness they aren’t expensive! :)  I wanted to create a happy-go-lucky type of card, so I combined a few different sets: two from PTI and one from WPlus9 Design Studio. (Love my girl, Dawn!)
Before I close, just a quick reminder that my $40 gift certificate giveaway is ending on Saturday! 
Thanks for stopping by my blog. Have a great rest of your night!

Glittery Elephants

Hello there! 
We have made it to the middle of the week! This week has been pretty full since I went to the gym 5 days in a row. I feel great, but it also doesn’t allow me to get stamping done at night! Gonna do some tonight….I need to get crafty!  
Today the DT girls on the DeNami blog had their Product Spotlight posts. I must say, I miss “officially” being a part of these posts. However, I’m okay with cheering them on and seeing their projects ahead of time. :)  The feature this time around was the new (adorable) G152 Elephant.
When I first got the new images, this was the first card that I made. I seriously LOVE this image so much! For this card, I decided to let the elephants take center stage (it’s hard for them not to!). I must admit, I don’t know why I stacked them, but I thought it looked cute. ;)
I couldn’t leave the elephants plain (because that would just be silly), so I added our Blue Ice glitter. Isn’t that sparkle irresistible?
Be sure to pop on over to the DeNami blog to take a look at what the DT created. This little guy was used in so many cute ways- you just won’t be able to resist adding him to your cart. :)

Stamps: Elephant
Ink: Vintage Sepia
Other: Navy grosgrain, Quickie Glue Pen, Blue Ice glitter, Spellbinder die, SU! embossing folder, brown pen

Sweet Baby Sheep

Hi-ya, blog friends!
Before I get to today’s card, I wanted to say a huge thank you to all who left a comment on my Simply Scallops blog hop card. I was so blown away by all the SWEET comments! I had SO much fun on the hop- I hope you did too! Speaking of which, the latest DeNami blog hop theme was revealed today…can’t wait for that one!
I was recently going through my huge stash of stamps and came across the Sm. Side-view Sheep. I forgot how adorable (and fun) this little guy is. Pretty easy card, created a frame using the sheep, then added a few Spellbinder layers. For the sentiment I used the Sm. Baby Script. Even though this stamp has been out for years and years, it’s still a classic. :)
 
Note: I have NO idea who I’m going to give this card to…don’t know anyone who is expecting a boy. However, I love to have cards on hand; you just never know when you’ll need one!
When I finished the card, I just had to add some Baby Blue rhinestones. You know me and my bling! :) 
 I’ve gotten a few emails regarding my other blog: Fabulously Skinny. Hoping to get a cute graphic on my sidebar so you can easily get there. If you’re trying to get healthy/ fit in 2011, or just want to hear me ramble on some more, check out my other blog. :) 
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog! Have a fabulous rest of your Tuesday!
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Simply Scallops Blog Hop

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…..
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Colour Q Challenge #66

Hi there, blog friends!
Wow, you all blew me away with your comments for my January giveaway…77 in one day?! Wish I could get that many on my card posts. :) A girl can dream….
Today I have a card to share for the super awesome Colour Q Challenge #66. I had such a great time playing in last week’s challenge, and with these fun colors, I couldn’t help but join in again!
Isn’t that bed set awesome? Those colors would put me in a good mood all the time!
 
My card features some of the YUMMY new DeNami Design stamps. I simply adore this little Giraffe, isn’t he just the cutest? I paired him up with some other yummies…here’s the list:
 
I thought this color combo worked really well for a  baby card; so happy and fresh- just like a cute little baby!
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog! If you haven’t entered my giveaway yet, be sure to do so- there’s a $40 gift certificate up for grabs!
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Lawnscaping Challenge #1

Hi there!
It’s been a while since I did any challenges- with the holidays and then having no mojo, it just hasn’t been high on my priority list. Yesterday I got a teeny bit of creativity, so I thought I’d take on the first Lawnscaping Challenge.The theme: All About Snow.
My blog friend, and fellow Twitter addict, Laurel, has started this new blog. It’s such a neat idea, and there are so many great peeps on the DT. It’s going to be so fun to keep up with this blog!
Here’s my card (using Critters in the Snow)…
 
I know I’ve mentioned it before, but I love this color combo. Makes me swoon….
I pulled out more sorely neglected Spellbinder Labels 5 die for the focal point. Have I mentioned that I’m obsessed with faux stitches lately? Yup, got it bad. :) 
Thanks for checking out my card. If you missed the news earlier, I have a super fun giveaway going on- hope you’ll check it out and pass along the news! 
Until next time….

Carved Love

Hello there!
With Christmas behind us, it’s time to look to the next holiday: Valentine’s Day! This month, Karen designed BOTH of the new sets releasing at Practicing Creativity. I showed Another Year yesterday, now it’s time to take a peek at Carved Love!
This card features  four of the new images from the set. To start off, I stamped the awesome background image- isn’t it neat? I then stamped the heart outline and added the tip of the arrow, then the back. That’s only the beginning of this set! (Be sure to visit the other PCD girls blogs to see more of the designs)
Here you can see the wood image a little better. It’s so different than all the other woodgrains other like, which is awesome!
It’s hard to believe it’s been nine months since I first started on this design team. Courtney has been such a gracious hostess and allowed me to stay on longer than my first term. I have had a blast getting to know you all and also playing with the great Practicing Creativity sets! As with everything, all things must come to an end. Don’t worry, I’m not leaving blog/ card land anytime soon…just taking a break from design teams for a bit….
Okay, enough of the sad news, let’s move onto the good news! There are more cards with Carved Love on the PCD girls blogs, be sure to check them all out!
Weren’t these some fun sets? BOTH of the new sets will release tonight at 12:01, so you don’t have too long to wait before they’re available! 
Thank you SO much for stopping by my blog today. Have a lovely Wednesday! 

You Hold the Key

Hello, sweet friends!
It’s that time again….time for the sneak peek posts over on Courtney’s blog.  This month is extra special because it’s the FIRST BIRTHDAY of Practicing Creativity! Can you believe it?! I remember when Courtney released her first stamp set….now she is releasing sets 18 & 19! My, oh my, time goes by fast when you’re having fun! 
Today each of the PCD girls have cards featuring the very first set, Key to my Heart. This set is so unique and versatile. I don’t know how many times I’ve pulled it out for the argyle background and sentiments. Oh yes, and let’s not forget about those awesome key images! 
Here’s my latest card featuring this set….. 
I decided to change it up and use purple as the main color. Slowly this color is starting to take precedence in lots of my cards. Now if only I could find a really good light purple ink…. any suggestions?
 
No birthday celebration is complete without presents! Courtney is giving away BOTH of the new sets away on her blog. How do you enter? Well, each of the girls has a word on their blog (most likely highlighted) and you have to go to Courtney’s blog and leave a comment with all the words. Fun, right? Here is the order you’ll have to go….
Courtney– Karen– Dana– Paulina (Me)
I hope your 2011 is off to a great start! I’ll see you tomorrow with TWO CARDS featuring one of the new sets releasing on January 6th!

A New Journey

Okay, girls, I have some news…

You all know that I have struggled to have losing weight. I’ve start and stopped diets, had a personal trainer, done a sugar free diet, the list goes on and on. Each with the hopes of losing these unwanted 20+ pounds. With the new year, I am determined to have this year be THE year.

With that in mind, I thought I’d start a separate blog. One devoted to my fitness journey. It’s gonna be a look at my struggles and accomplishments. If something works for me, I’ll share it. If something is a complete flop, I’ll let you know that too. :)

 

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Don’t worry, I’ll still keep up my craft blog! I’m also hoping that in this year, I’ll be better at blogging than I was towards the end of 2010. I started off strong, but lost motivation. (Lack of comments does amazing things to one who blogs.) I hope you’ll all keep on commenting- it REALLY is the fuel to my posts!

Thanks for joining me in my craft journey, and possibly my fitness one!