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2 Sketches 4 You- Kazan’s Sketch #54

Happy Wednesday!
Before I start, I must say that it feels weird when I don’t post daily. I’m so used to writing posts or having something scheduled- it’s strange when I see the last post was a few days ago. Is that weird? I have a TON of new cards to share, but I just haven’t gotten around to scanning them in. Hopefully I’ll have a chance to scan in a weeks worth so I won’t have to miss any blog posts when I’m in Florida.
It’s been quite a while since I played along with 2S4Y. Every single Monday I take a look at the new sketch, but rarely do I actually have time to play along. (Why are there only 24 hours in a day?) This week the sketch was super easy (thanks Kazan!), so I had no excuse not to whip something up. I literally did whip this up- 20 minutes is pretty good in my book! ;)
Thanks for stopping by today! Hope this card inspired you to play along with Kazan’s Sketch #54!
Stamps: Everyday Button Bits, Polka Dot Basics, Mega Mixed Messages (PTI)
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Berry Sorbet (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)

Other: Chocolate Brown grosgrain ribbon, assorted buttons, paper piercer, Spellbinders Labels Nine dies

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Let Freedom Ring

Hello, sweet blog friends!
I know that I say this every Monday, but didn’t the weekend go by entirely too fast?! My weekend was packed with different activities. I got my haircut (pics coming soon!!), went to my sisters photo session (also got some cute pics taken), went to a birthday party, hit the gym for the first time in two weeks and of course, created lots more cards. What did YOU do?
Over the weekend I received my brand new Lawn Fawn alphabet set. This set is super cute and so easy to use! My favorite part: there are multiples of the letters!! I feel like I had been neglecting some of my non-DeNami stamps recently, so I decided to play for a bit. :) I used the versatile Design Basics: Background 1 set from WPlus9 for my background. This star design screams 4th of July to me. Can you believe this is the first patriotic card (that I have made) that I actually liked? I have tried once or twice before and failed miserably. Now I have no idea who I’m going to give this to…it was just fun to make. :)
This week is going to be C.R.A.Z.Y for me. I have work and sometime I need to go shopping for clothes before my trip to Florida next week. Oh yes, and a pedicure is a must also. Can’t go on a trip with non-pretty toes! I’m getting super excited about meeting my blog friends!
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today! Have a fabulous rest of your day!
Stamps: Mini Star, Design Basics: Backgrounds 1 (WPlus9), Harold’s ABC’s (Lawn Fawn)
Paper: White, Navy

Other: Red stitched ribbon, Martha Stewart scallop border punch, paper piercer, Spellbinders Labels One dies

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DeNami Product Challenge #2

**This is my second post today. Be sure to scroll down for my PCD cards + video.**

I’m so glad that you stopped by! It’s the 5th of the month- time for a new DeNami Design blog challenge! This time the challenge was to use their fabulous templates. Now, if you are anything like me, you are intimidated by templates, pop up cards, etc. For the longest time I didn’t even try to use them- they were just too scary! I finally took the plunge and now I can’t get enough! They are SO easy to use…believe me, I’m not just saying that!
During the time of the challenge (June 5- June 15) you can get the downloadable templates for FREE! This is a great way to test them out and of course, you must play along with the challenge! There are FIVE fabulous templates to choose from- everything from a treasure chest to an adorable gift bag!
I cannot say how amazed I was by the DeNami DT samples. Seriously, you will be blown away. Be sure to visit each and every one of their blogs- you will be truly inspired.

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today! I hope you were greatly inspired!

Barefoot Summer Day #3

Hello and welcome!

It’s the day before the release of Barefoot Summer from Practicing Creativity. Hasn’t these sneak peeks been fun?! You’ve seen the tree image, flipflops and now it’s time to show off the fun flower images! I hope that you’ve been visiting the blogs of the other PCD design team. Just in case, here are their links:


For the first card I wanted to create a fun patterned paper. You all know that I love creating them. :) This one was so easy- these designs are perfect for it! To dress up the card I added some hot pink rhinestones and I used my pleated ribbon technique. If you’re new to my blog, I have done a video tutorial on how to create this look. Click here to view the video.

This next card is super easy but definitely stands out. As you can see, I used lots of bright colors. It just seemed right considering this set is called Barefoot Summer. *wink* Thanks to the many, many requests I’ve had for a video showcasing cards start-to-finish, I’ve created one for this card!


I hope you enjoyed these cards and the video! It was all so fun to create! Don’t forget that this set releases tomorrow! Be sure to stop by the fabulous Courtney’s blog for a chance to win this set and also to see a new video + more card samples.
I’ll be back in a couple hours for my new DeNami Design challenge card- I’ll see you then!
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Raspberry Fizz, Spring Moss (PTI)
Ink: Cherry Pink, Vintage Sepia, Spring Moss, Summer Sunrise, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)

Other: Marvy 2½” scallop circle punch, EK Success scallop border punch, Summer Sunrise grosgrain ribbon (PTI), hot pink rhinestones

{Bright Thank You Flowers card supplies}
Paper: White, Lime, Spring Rain (PTI)
Ink: Cherry Pink, Vintage Sepia, Lime, Summer Sunrise, Fresh Snow, Spring Rain (PTI)

Other: Spellbinders Label Four dies, Martha Stewart scallop border punch

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Embellish Labels Color Challenge

Hi there!


Well, it’s Friday….you know what that means? The new Embellish Color Challenge is up! I seriously love these challenges! The only thing better than these challenges would be to be featured or win! :) Hopefully one of these days….

The Embellish Labels Color Challenge required the use of some sort of label die. I decided to ink up my PTI Round & Round anniversary set for this one. Can you believe I have only played with it once before this?! I’m still deciding if I truly like it or not. What are your thoughts? Are you interested in purchasing a brand new one? I have an extra if anyone is interested. (Feel free to email me- click on the pink envelope on the sidebar.)

Do you have any fun plans for the weekend? I’m planning on going with my little sis to get her senior pictures done. So crazy that she is graduating! Hoping that the photographer will take a few pics of me and my new sassy haircut. :)

Be sure to stop by my blog tomorrow. I’ll have a project for the DeNami Product Challenge AND I’ll be featuring a card using the new Practicing Creativity set. In addition to these, I’ll also have a video tutorial! Lots of fun things!!

Thanks so much for spending some time with me! Have a fabulous Friday!
Stamps: Polka Dot Basics, Round & Round (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet (PTI)

Other: EK Success scallop border punch, SU! scallop border punch, Mat Stack 1 die, Wrinkle Ribbon- Watermelon

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Barefoot Summer Day #2


Hello blog friends!

It’s Day #2 of the Barefoot Summer sneak peeks! As promised, today I’m bringing you a bright Summer card. I created my own patterned paper using the three flipflops from this set. Aren’t they cute?! Even though I’m from Washington, I LOVE wearing flipflops. Confession: I own way too many considering I only have two feet. :)

Speaking of flipflops….I’m so excited that I actually get to wear some soon! In exactly two weeks I will be in sunny (and hot!) Florida. I get to meet FOUR blog friends- I cannot wait! If you’re in that area, I’ll be working in the DeNami Design booth for the StampFest convention. All the info can be found here.

I hope you enjoyed this cheery card. Be sure to stop by Dana’s blog today- she has a great picture tutorial featuring flipflops. Also, don’t forget to visit Courtney’s blog! You could win this new set!

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

Paper: White, Hawaiian Shores, Summer Sunrise, Raspberry Fizz (PTI)
Ink: Cherry Pink, Hawaiian Shores, Summer Sunrise (PTI)
Other: EK Success scallop border punch, paper piercer

Barefoot Summer Day #1


Welcome to day #1 of the Barefoot Summer sneak peeks! Here’s the details of the new set:

Barefoot Summer
Price: $12.99
S/ H Flat Rate $4 for continental US; Flat Rate $6 International
Available June 6th. It will go live at midnight on the 5th.
Stamps are made in the US from high-quality photopolymer.
Stamps can be purchased from www.practicingcreativitydesigns.com



This month Courtney has designed a super fun set- perfect for the upcoming Summer months! This set has so many great designs….however, today we are focusing on the whimsical tree image.


When I first saw the tree, I knew right away that I wanted to use my Copics. I know that I didn’t use them to their fullest potential- still don’t know the “proper” way to use them. :) After coloring the tree and adding LOTS of paper scallops, I decided that the tree needed some bling. Really loving the orange rhinestones these days. They are so fun and the color is so perfect for Summer cards!


Be sure to stop by the other Practicing Creativity design team blogs for other GREAT uses of this image!



I’ll be back tomorrow with another card featuring Barefoot Summer. You may want to bring your sunglasses- it’s a bright one. :)


Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Summer Sunrise, Spring Moss, Raspberry Fizz (PTI)

Other: EK Success scallop border punch, orange rhinestones, corner rounder, Copics, brown twill ribbon

Airplane Chickie


Hello!

Today I’m excited to be bringing you my very first start-to-finish card video. It was a tad bit hard to choose which card to create- especially since the max time on YouTube can be 10 minutes. I actually created two other videos but they both ran too long. :( Thank goodness this cheery, fun card made the cut!

This card is such a happy one. I can see it being used for adults and children alike! How can you not smile when looking at this furry guy?! DeNami Design has a LARGE array of chickies- you can view them all here.

I hope you enjoyed this card and video! Let me know if there are any other cards you’d like to see from start-to-finish! Have a great Sunday! I’m off to church and then it’s time for the all church potluck! :)
Paper: White, Red, Lime, Hawaiian Shores

Other: Marvy 2½” scallop circle punch, Marvy 3″ scallop circle punch, Tombow markers

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Overwhelmed

Hello and welcome!

If you read my blog title today, you can get a tiny glimpse as to how I’m feeling right now. I am making huge progress, but there is still so much more to be done. Last night, for the first time in quite a while, I created a card just for fun. I needed a break of “must do” cards and had fun with this one. I went to one of my favorite color combos- kraft, dark chocolate, aqua mist and ripe avocado. Super yummy!

Did you noticed the new Spellbinder die I used on the card? That’s one of the FOUR that I got two weeks ago. Yup, I couldn’t resist and splurged on some that I had been eyeing for quite some time. You’ll be seeing them in cards coming up. :)

Do you have any fun plans for Memorial Day weekend? Today we are going to brunch with the family- yay for breakfast foods! Not a whole lot of other things going on….just lots more card creating. Amazingly enough, even after the massive amount of cards I’ve been creating, it’s still enjoyable. Probably helps that I’ve been watching some tv series while creating. :)

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog! Hope you were inspired!

Stamps: Signature Greetings, Polka Dot Basics, Fancy Flourishes
Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Ripe Avocado
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Fresh Snow, Aqua Mist, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Labels 12 Spellbinders, Martha Stewart scallop border punch, Aqua Mist grosgrain ribbon, button, twine, green rhinestones, paper piercer

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Pastel Umbrella


Hello, sweet friends!

Things have been crazy busy for me lately. In between work, going to the gym and spending time with family, I’ve been creating cards non-stop for the DeNami CHA display. Things are progressing, but there is still so much more to be done. I’ve been seeing CHA SuperShow countdowns on blogs- I’m happy that people are so excited about it! However, it also scares me since the days are going by super quickly. Really hoping that I can still create cards and update the blog….these days, any “free time” that I have has been spent in the studio.

Today I have a pretty pastel card to share. You all know that I love umbrellas, right? This past season I successfully convinced Nami to create a few umbrellas. LOVE LOVE LOVE how they turned out. The Large Open Umbrella is perfect for paper piecing and also coloring. To create my own patterned paper, I used the Small Solid Button and Small Solid Umbrella. Two great stamps- a must for any stamp collection.

Thanks to all who left sweet comments on my May Ramblings post. I must admit, I had been quite discouraged that my readership has fallen by a lot. I so appreciate those who have continued to visit and have also left comments. :)

I hope you have a great Thursday! Thanks for stopping by my blog- hope you were inspired!

Paper: White, Brown Kraft, Sweet Blush, Dark Chocolate, Bitty Dots Basics
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Sweet Blush, Tea Dye Duo

Other: Crystal Lacquer, Strawberry Freeze glitter, Ivory grosgrain ribbon, Sand Boutique Buttons, brown string, EK Success scallop border punch