It’s My Birthday!

Hello, sweet blog friends!
Can you guess what day it is??? Yup, it’s my BIRTHDAY! Anyone (who doesn’t already know) want to guess how old I am?? Hint: I’m a fairly young crafter….I can’t wait to hear your guesses. :)
Since I almost always post cards to my blog, I thought I’d take a break on my birthday and post some pictures. Remember when I mentioned I was going with my sister to get her graduation pictures taken? (Click here for original post) Our friend, Kara, is extremely talented at photography and offered to take pictures for my sister. In addition to those, she took a few of me! Here are some of my favorites from the shoot… (I had to narrow it down from 300+!!)
(I’m on the left…my sis is on the right)
Didn’t the pictures turn out great? Like I said, Kara is amazingly talented behind the camera. For a look at more of her pictures, or to book an appointment (in WA state), visit her Facebook page: HangItPhotgraphy.
I wish she could take all our holiday/ everyday/ misc pictures! I’m already thinking of the next time she can shoot with us. :)
Thanks for spending a little time with me today!
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Tropical Drinks

Happy Monday!
I hope you all had a great weekend! It was another GORGEOUS weekend here in Washington, and I was able to enjoy it for a little bit. Yesterday I went and enjoyed some yummy Coldstone (banana ice cream, Heath pieces and chocolate chips). SOOO bad for me, but it was oh so good!
With Summer being in full force, I just had to share a fun, vibrant card. You all know I’m busy working on the new CHA boards for DeNami Design. Well, here’s a sneak peek at one of the cards. (Don’t worry, between my blog and the DeNami blog, you’ll see lots of them!) I just love these colors together- Magenta, Lime, Chocolate Brown and the new Leaf Green. Lately I have been using the Harlequin Border a lot. It’s always fun to bring out an “older” stamp and give it new life. :)
Just a reminder, tomorrow is the last day to enter my EK Success birthday giveaway! If you haven’t had a chance to enter yet, be sure to do so soon! Remember, if you aren’t into punches (gasp!), you can give them as gifts! :)

Thanks for stopping by my blog! Hope you have a great Monday!

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2 Sketches 4 You- Kazan’s Sketch #56

Hi there, sweet blog friends!
I’m so sorry it has been a while since I have posted. You probably guessed that I have been crazy busy. If you did, you are absolutely correct! I can almost see the end of the tunnel, which is a very exciting feeling.
In order to keep stamping fun, I’m still trying to squeeze in a few “fun” projects in. Yes, I know I’m crazy. I feel like I need to keep some sort of normalcy in my life- since my life is stamping right now, I figured I’d throw in some fun challenges. This time, I tried my hand at Kazan’s Sketch #56. Thank goodness it was an easy sketch! :) I’m utterly in love with this new Elegant Floral Vine. It’s so perfect for a focal point, but also for creating backgrounds!
I’m going to keep this blog post short. If you haven’t entered my EK Success blog giveaway yet, be sure to do so soon! It’ll end on my birthday- Tuesday, July 13th!
Thanks so much for stopping by today! Hope you were inspired!
Paper: White, Berry Sorbet, Dark Chocolate (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet (PTI)

Other: Fiskars Upper Crest border punch, Copics

Live in the Sun

Good morning!

It’s a GORGEOUS day here in Washington. The sun is already shining, and we’re expected to get up to 88 degrees! Today I’m rocking the flipflops, sunglasses and capris. :) It’s been quite a while since I was able to wear these over here!
I made this card for the release of My Beach House. I still can’t get over how fun this set is to use! For this card I paired it up with some “oldies”- You’re Dandy and Look Up! With each release I like to see how many sets I can pair up with the new one. So far, I think I’ve been pretty consistent in getting at least 3 on a card. Did you notice the sparkly rays? After I stamped them in yellow, I went over them again with my Glue Pad and added some Lemon Sorbet glitter. Isn’t that a pretty effect?
Have you had a chance to play along with the sketches over at Courtney’s blog? There’s a super awesome prize up for grabs: a $50 Practicing Creativity gift card! You have until July 15th to join in on the fun!
I hope you have an amazing Summer day! Thanks for stopping by my blog, and leaving me comments!
Paper: White, Aqua Mist, Dark Chocolate, Simply Chartreuse (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Versamark, Glue Pad, yellow chalk ink

Other: Lemon Sorbet glitter

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DeNami Color Challenge #3

Happy Monday!
It’s the 5th of the month which means it’s time for a new DeNami Design challenge! This time around it’s a color challenge, and it’s a fun one at that! The colors: cream, avocado, light moss, coral and red.
I knew I had to play with the new stamps for this card- they are too pretty not to! I chose the Elegant Floral Wreath as my focal point. I love how this stamp can be used for Christmas, but you can also change the colors and use it for everyday cards! To add to the background I chose the Three Line Border and new Polka Dot Background. These are hands down some of my favorite stamps. :)
I hope you’ll find some time to play along with the challenge. There’s a $25 DeNami Design gift certificate up for grabs- perfect for a mini shopping spree! The deadline for the challenge is July 15th, so be sure to work on your card soon!
Thanks for stopping by my blog today! I hope you were inspired!

{Elegant Floral Wreath card supplies}
Paper: Cream, Berry Sorbet, Spring Moss, Ripe Avocado (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Berry Sorbet, Ripe Avocado (PTI)

My Beach House Day #3

Happy 4th of July!!
Before I start my post, I want to send a big thank you to all who have served our country. We truly are the Land of the Free because of the brave. You and your families are an inspiration to those around the country.
For today’s card, I’m featuring the anchor image from My Beach Cottage again. Isn’t it amazing how this stamp can be used for both guys and girls? Since I posted a more masculine card yesterday, I wanted to do another bright, girl one today. I’m so loving these bright colors lately- it might have to do with the fact that I’m hoping Summer will come in Washington. :) It’s already the beginning of July and we have yet to reach Summer weather. Hoping it comes soon- I really would love to see some sunshine!
Hasn’t it been fun to see cards featuring the new Practicing Creativity stamp set? Tomorrow is the day where you can purchase it! Let me tell you, this set is a must for your collection. I have so enjoyed playing with these stamps- you know I don’t say that lightly!
Thanks for spending some time with me today! Be sure to hop on over to Courtney’s blog to play along with the sketch challenges and to see more samples with this set!
Stamps: My Beach House, Polka Dot Basics (PTI)
Paper: White, Lemon Tart, Dark ChocolateRaspberry Fizz, Summer Sunrise (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Cherry Pink, Summer Sunrise, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)

Other: Orange rhinestones, paper piercer

My Beach House Day #2

Hello blog friends!
Thank you to all who left me sweet comments on My Beach Cottage Day #1! I had such a fabulous time creating that card- the color combo was just delicious! Today’s card features some other stamps from this set: anchor, “relax” sentiment and a rope border. This set is PERFECT for creating cards for any guy in your life!
I created some “waves” by tearing blue cardstock- isn’t that a neat concept? To add a little sparkle to the anchor I added a single Bronze rhinestone. Isn’t it amazing how a single rhinestone can add such dazzle? I really L-O-V-E my rhinestones….Thank goodness DeNami Design has started carrying them!
Isn’t this set great?? I love how versatile it is, and also how it fills in the void in the stamping industry. Be sure to visit Courtney, Dana and Alice’s blogs- they have some fabulous cards to share! Be sure to leave a comment, I really miss hearing from you all!
Thanks for stopping by! Have a FABULOUS Saturday!

Paper: Cream, Brown Kraft, Enchanted Evening, Dark Chocolate (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)

Other: Bronze rhinestones

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My Beach House Day #1

Happy Friday to you all!
It’s been quite exciting here on the blog, hasn’t it? Well, today is the start of some more fun things! It’s time to share a card and sketch for the upcoming release of My Beach House! Courtney is so good about making the releases exciting and fun- this one is no exception! Each one of the Practicing Creativity DT members have created a card to go along with a sketch. Pretty fun, right? I haven’t even gotten to the exciting part….there’s a chance to win a $50 Practicing Creativity gift certificate!!! How amazing is that?!
I went with a fairly simple card design so there is plenty of room to embellish. I was completely taken with these flags- they are so fun to color with my Copics! Did you notice all the fun backgrounds on the panels? I used My Beach House, Key to my Heart and Look Up to accomplish this look. Have I mentioned that’s it’s easy to mix and match Courtney’s sets? ;)
In closing I want to be sure to mention that you should visit Courtney, Dana and Alice! They also have some cards to share + their own sketches! Lots of choices, so there are no excuses not to join us in the fun! The deadline is July 15th, so be sure to create something before then!
Thanks for stopping by! I’ll be back tomorrow with another card featuring My Beach House!
Paper: White, Simply Chartreuse, Raspberry Fizz, Summer Sunrise (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Cherry Pink, Versamark, Summer Sunrise, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)

Other: Quickie Glue Pen, Extra Fine glitter, Labels 4 Spellbinders, Lemon Tart grosgrain ribbon (PTI), paper piercer

New Release

Hello friends!
Today is the day….the day when the NEW DeNami Design stamps are released! After months of planning and working on details, we are finally to the big day. Everyone at DeNami (and the DT) are really excited about this release. In case you missed the news, there are some awesome new images- everything from yummy fruit to adorable puppies to awesome Halloween images! Be sure to visit the DeNami blog for a chance at winning some of the new items!
I have created dozens of card with the new release, but I didn’t want to bombard you with cards. :) I’ve chosen three very different cards- each one showing a different collection.

This card is one of my favorites. I just love these happy colors together. I am so loving these new pear images- they are so fun to shade and I can’t get enough of using the Citrone glitter with them! To dress up the card even more, I added some rhinestones. Let me tell you, I am SOOO excited that we’re carrying them now! Click here to view our great selection.


Who doesn’t love themselves some chickies? Everytime I see one of these stamps, I can’t help but smile. I used the new All Star Chickies set and paired it up with the Sports Balls. I had so much fun adding the pen markings to make it look like the ball was rolling! To add some more pizazz I added our Onyx glitter to the ball- doesn’t it look great?

I really like the way this last card turned out. I broke out the Copics for these puppies- can you say fun? You know how much I love my polka dots- used the Small Solid Circle at the bottom and the new Polka Dots Background on the top. To finish off the card I added some delish Chocolate Brown grosgrain ribbon. (Have I mentioned there are 50 yards on a roll?!)

I hope you were inspired by these cards. This collection really is a ton of fun- you’re sure to find lots that you’ll love! This collection will be available on the DeNami Design website TODAY at 9AM, PST. Our turn around time is pretty quick- you’ll get these goodies in no time!
Thanks for stopping by! Tomorrow I’ll be bringing you a card featuring the brand new set from Practicing Creativity! Be sure to stop by Courtney’s blog to take a guess at the new set!
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2 Sketches 4 You- Laura’s Sketch #55

Hello there!

This week while I was doing my usual blog hopping, I was taken aback by Laura’s Sketch #55. I really love the look of this sketch- probably because it’s so versatile! Even though I’m crazy busy, I just had to make time to play along.
Have I mentioned that I love these new Jack O’Lanterns from DeNami Design? I honestly could make dozens of cards with these little guys. For this card I stuck to the sketch pretty literally. I wanted to stick with more neutral colors, since that’s what I tend to think of when I think of Halloween.
Is anyone else excited about the huge release set to premiere tomorrow at DeNami Design? In case you missed the news, there are 55 brand new images + lots of fabulous new accessories. Mark your calendars for 9AM, PST- that’s when they will be up for sale on the website! Also, be sure to stop by the DeNami blog for your chance at three different giveaways!
Thanks for stopping by, sweet friends! Have a fabulous day!
Paper: Cream, Brown Kraft, Simply Chartreuse, Dark Chocolate (PTI)
Ink: Vintage Sepia, Tea Dye Duo (PTI)
Other: Quickie Glue Pen, Extra Fine glitter, Summer Sunrise grosgrain ribbon (PTI), button, twine, paper piercer, corner rounder