Sunshine vs Crafting

Evening folks :) From here on in I think I'm going to consider myself a seasonal blogger. Once the beautiful weather started, I swear I heard my craft room sniffling...LOL I'm actually really busy crafting. I swear. Birthdays and Baby Showers. Communions and Weddings. But with the hubby taking vacation days, I figured prepare things to plop down in front of the T.V and at least stay in the same room with him! XD Anyway, this is one of my randoms. I don't use negative cuts like, ever so this was new for me and I dig it :)

 Challenges I'd like to enter:

Sassy Cheryl's: Birthday Celebration

Craft Your Passion: Anything Goes

Hooked On Craft: All That Glitters

Lexi's Creations: Happy Birthday

Make It Monday: Anything Goes

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My Recipe:

5 x 5

Cardstock: Bazzil BP

Gypsy: Lyrical Letters

Other: Glitter Ritz, Rhinestones

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Well there you have it folks!  See ya when the rain comes ;)

It's been awhile...

Has it really been 3 months since my last post????? Oh my.

Well, since then my P.I.C.C and I have had our yearly Christmas Craft show and working overtime for another show for the end of March. So, needless to say, things have been busy busy busy!

We have never done a craft show in the spring so the criteria changes. More Easter cards, Mother's/Father's Day, Wedding, Communion, and to top it all off, this show is for Breast Cancer Awareness so OODLES of think pink type cards, get wells and life journal sets.......
Anyone have an extra 24hours of their day to spare???? LOL

Anyhoo, Today's post is 100% inspired by an artist named Sarah J. Moerman featured in this months PaperCrafts Magazine (Pg. 69). I LOVED the color combinations and style of her tags that I had to create them. I added a few extras and improvised in the choice of Die Cutting Machine. She used Silhouette and I used The Gyspy/Cricut :)
(Weather is really gloomy today :( Sorry bout the gloomy pics!)


Hope I did Sarah justice!


Challenges I'd like to enter:

Art Impressions Stamps: C.A.S or Anything But A Card
DRS Designs Rubber Stamps: Use A Tag
Sarah Hurley Challenges: Die Cuts
Southern Girls Challenge: Distressing
Crafts And Me: Shades Of Spring

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My Recipe:

Tags
2 1/2 x 3 3/4
Cardstock: Recollections, Bazzil BP
Cricut: Gyspy
Stamps: Hero Arts, Stampology, Studio G
Other: Ribbon (Offray), Twine

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I'm promising it won't be 3 months before you hear from me again! Ciao for now :))

Rockstar Birthday

Happy Friday!

Quick post for ya'll :)

A client asked me for a card for her 15 year old niece and this is what I came up with. Once the kids hit the 10 year mark, they are super tough to create for. I think at least.....









Challenges I'd like to enter:

Paper Pretties: Embellish It
The Paper Shelter: Anything Goes
Simon Says Stamp: Anything Goes
Paper Minutes: Skeleton
Party Time Tuesdays: Anything Goes
TCP: Challenge 181 (Rock 'n' Roll)
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My Recipe:
A7 Card
Cardstock: Recollections
Patterned Paper: American Crafts, K & CO
Punches: Fiskars
Cricut/Gypsy: Indie Art, Lyrical Letters
Other: Stamping (Studio G), Rhinestones, Ribbon, BBP (Edgers), Doodling, Stitching

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That's that! Have a wonderful day :)

Moxie Texture

Howdy Ho!

It's Friday night and I'm watching T.V with the hubby :) This is me typing between commercials! lol

What a pleasant surprise this morning when I scoped my Friday blogroll. My sympathy cards HERE were mentioned on the almighty Moxie Fab World Blog! Oh happy day! *Insert dancing through the meadows here*

As always, Moxie Fab World has uber wonderful challenges. This month they are focusing on texture perfection. I loooooove texture! I wish I had more time to dabble with larger canvases but all good things come to those who wait right?

I have been sitting on this card for a bit and figure now is the best time to showcase it. I used just about everything on this card. Paint, burlap, twine, lace, cardboard...

I Don't think I'll part with this one.











Challenges I'd like to enter:

Moxie Fab World: Texture
Totally Paper Crafts: Have An Animal on your creation
Wags 'n' Whiskers: Something Handmade (Twine circular embellies)
Crafty Purple Frog: Lots of Layers
DYSU: Use The Color Brown
Color Throwdown: Use The Colors (Or closest to):
Pool Party, Barely Banana, Creamy Caramel, Early Espresso
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My Recipe:
A2
Cardstock: Bazill BP, Recollections
Patterned Paper: Text from book, K&CO
Stamps: Hero Arts
Cricut/Gypsy: Bird
Other: Embossing, Inking, Burlap, Lace, Cardboard, Twine (Stained), Acrylic White Paint
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Well, T.V has outstayed it's welcome.....here comes bedtime! *Yawn* .....night all.

1st Bithday

Hey folks!

Quick post today... I have been making TONS of cards for the up and coming bazaar and this is one of them. Everything I've been making I multiply it 4 times! Better to have more than less I say!

My trusty Create A Critter Cart and Gypsy did most of the work :)



Challenges I'd like to enter:

Fantabulous Cricut: Birthdays
A Spoon Full Of Sugar: Birthdays
Papertake Weekly: Diecuts
Forever Friends: 3D (Must Include Animal)
Sentimental Sundays: Birthdays (Must Include Sentiment)
Mark's Finest Papers: Embossing
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My Recipe:
A7
Cardstock: Recollections
Pattern Paper: S.E.I
Cricut Carts/Gypsy: Create A Critter, Simply Sweet
Cuttlebug: D'vine Swirls, Polka Dots (Sizzix)
Other: Dollar Alpha Stamps, Pop Dots, Inking (Inside)
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Off to do a do on a client :) Ciao for now.....

Blowin' Of The Dust

Well, I have to say, this summer has been the busiest, hottest, most tiring yet most amazing one ever! Amusement parks, Art studios, sprinklers, late nights with friends.... and still a month to go!

It took alot of mojo to walk into my craft room one hot summer night. Stared for a little. Then dusted off the cricut and went to work. For last years bazaar, we didn't make many shape cards. We tried keeping things quick and easy but this time I wanted to add a few. Did the cuts over a few days and put them together while catching up on TV ;) The inside reads: Have a BEEutiful Birthday!

Challenges I'd like to enter:

Fashionista Fridays: Summer
Phindy's Place: Stitching- Real or Faux
PaperPlay: In The Garden
Papercraft Star: Anything Goes
The Paper Shelter: Anything Goes
Simon Says Stamp: Shaped Cards
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My Recipe:
Shaped Card
Cardstock: Bazzil BP
Cricut/Gypsy: Create a Critter
Sentiment: Computer Generated
Other: Stitching (Faux). Glitter
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Oh it feels good to craft again! Hope everyone is enjoying their summer cause I know I am :))

Oh Baby

So busy is an understatement! I can't stay afloat with life these days, especially since the weather got better. I get the kids out EVERYDAY and they still want more! Cleaning the house doesn't even make sense cause 5 seconds later, it's a mess again!
I really just want a break from it all. Maybe start the day with some yoga then a tea with the morning paper or a chapter of my current read. Followed by TIMED maintenance of the home and then ....well......anything I WANT!!!! LOL
2 more years. That's it. That's what I keep telling myself at least............

Anyway, didn't get quiet time while creating this card (had Emma at my side) but this card proves women can muti task! LOL

I love how this turned out. VERY old chipboard letters that I resurfaced and odds and ends made this card exactly want I pictured it to be :))

Here are some challenges I'd like to enter:

Shabby Tea Room: Ruffles and Inspirational Photo

Simon Says Stamp: Baby

One Stop Craft: Ice Cream Images or Colors (I chose Neapolitan)

Our Daily Bread Design: At least 2 die shapes, dry embossed background, 1 sentiment

Stamp Scrap And Doodle: Use Old Supplies

Totally Gorjuss: Not a Square

Stamp Something: Anything Goes

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My Recipe:

A7

Cardstock: Recollections

Patterned Paper: Ledger, K & CO

Cricut/Gypsy: Create a Critter, Storybook

Cuttlebug: Sizzix (Polkadot Folder)

Other: Chipboard, Buttons, Ribbon, Divine Twine, Yarn, Lace, Pin, Beads

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Ciao for now ...................

Tags

Happy Thursday!

Well it's been a dark and gloomy week so far here :( Spring is just not wanting to cooperate!

On the brighter side of things, We have a new challenge over at Paper Romance this week. This week we want to see some TAGS. Add them to a card or scrapbook page or just on their own....it's up to you!

For this tag I used the cutest set of skunks I've ever seen. I am actually terrified of skunks but I couldn't resist these two :) The stamp is called Rubbing Nosies and you can find it at The Paper Romance Store.

The winner of this challenge (chosen at random) will be entered into the monthly draw to receive a $10 Gift Certificate to The Paper Romance Store. There is also a top 3 up for grabs!



Here are a few challenges I'd like to enter:

Die Cuttin' Divas: Tag Your It
Tuesday Throwdown: PolkaDots
Craft Your Passion: Use Dots
Pile It On: Use Rubber Stamp

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My Recipe:

4 1/2 " Tag
Cardstock: Recollections
Patterned Paper: Recollections, My Minds Eye
Cricut/Gypsy: George BS (Tag)
Stamps: Rubbing Nosies, Hero Arts (Sentiment), Recollections (Heart)
Other: Buttons, Yarn, Ric Rac, Ribbon
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That's it for now! Byeee :)

Parties and Paper Flowers

Hi hi :)

Well I have oodles of pictures from Lia's wonderful Birthday party buuuut blogger seems to be in a touchy mood today so the pics are gonna wait :(
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This week over at Paper Romance we have an awesome challenge for ya'll! We want to see PAPER FLOWERS. They can be hand made or store bought, it's up to you!
For this card I went for the one layer look. Stamped the background with my newest set of stamps and used Popcorn The Bear I Love You as my focal point. Oh yes, and of course, my paper flowers :) SU! scallop punch, folded into quarters then topped with a spiral cut of the same punch and lastly, a mulberry flower on top!

The winner of this weeks challenge (chosen at random) will be put into the monthly draw for a $10 Gift Certificate to The Paper Romance Store. Oh and there's a top 3 up for grabs :))

I am entering the following challenges.....

A Spoonful Of Sugar: All Creatures Great and Small
Lawnscaping: Make Your Own Patterned Paper with Stamps

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My Recipe:
A2
Cardstock: Staples
Stamps: Popcorn the Bear (I Love You), Recollections
Coloring: Prisma Premiere Markers
Punches/Dies: SU! (Scallop), Cricut/Gypsy (Leaves)
Other: Ribbon, Twine (Cotton Candy), Flower (Recollections), Doilies

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Ciao for now........

Recipe Time

Hello Thursday :)

It's been a heck of a week for me! Ooodles and oodles of cards, planners, party favors, thank you cards yada yada yada yada.......... aaaaand EXHALE! LOL

So so busy today and everyday until Saturday for the big shindig so gonna keep this short and sweet....tutu sweet ;)

Today over at Paper Romance we have a dandy recipe for ya. Listen up folks, this is gonna knock your socks off! We want to see:

4 EMBELLISHMENTS, 3 PAPERS,

2 DIECUTS/PUNCHES, 1 IMAGE AND

1 SENTIMENT.......whew! Got that? LOL

Oh what fun this one's going to be :))

So here is my card for this challenge. I used the adorable tutu sweet for this card. I got to use alot of my scraps for this one and some of my new yummy scrummy twine (xoxox)

The winner of this weeks challenge (chosen at random) we be eligible for the monthly prize of a $10 Gift Certificate to The Paper Romance Store.

I'd like to enter these challenges:

Flutterby Wednesdays: Open Challenge but must include Butterfly, Angel or Fairy

Paper Take Weekly: Anything Goes (Optional-Something New: Divine Twine for me :))

Craft Your Passion: Anything Goes

There She Goes: Only Circles And Ovals to be used

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My Recipe:

Doily Card (5x5)

Cardstock: Bazzil BP

Patterned Paper: Scraps (K & CO, Martha Stewart)

Stamps: Tutu Sweet, Making Memories (Sentiment)

Coloring: Prisma Premiere Markers

Punches/Diecuts: SU! (Scallop Punch), Gypsy (Doily Card-Wild Card)

Other: Twine, Button, Ribbon, Felt Embellies

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Enjoy your day cause mine is going to be so busy it hurts!

Birthdays And Fashion With Sir Stampalot

~~~Happy April~~~

A WHOLE lot happening this month for me. Lia's Birthday is on the 4th and party on the 9th so it's crunch time! Almost all of the decorations were done by hand so celebrations kinda started last month...LOL. The only way I can stay on top of things is to designate a day for each room in the house so Birthday/Spring clean up begins! UGH....

On the brighter side of things, It's a new month sooooo new challenge for Sir Stampalot :))

Why I am posting about them? Well.......

Back in October I had won their Autumn Breeze Challenge and they asked me to guest design this month! How happy was I? AM I??? UBER!!!!

Along with the monthly challenge which is Women And Fashion, the team and I have something special for you ;)

Sir Stampalot turns 1!!!

So now for the real fun bit.........this month the Design Team will be displaying their work on their own blogs only. And on the Sir Stampalot Blog we have a collection of pictures and pieces of artwork.............It was going to be jumbled all up, but that would be a bit too wicked, so they have been paired up.......a picture of each DT member along with a piece of their work which they have selected best depicts their style of crafting, plus a snipped from their DT piece for the month. Have you guessed what you need to do......? That's right, you have to decide which of our Design Team fits which mystery DT member. When you think you have the answers mail Brenda@ibas.co.uk with your list. There will be three small prizes for those with all or the most correct pairings that reach Brenda before 25th April. Any after that date will not be included.

So now that ya got the nitty gritty, here is my take on the Women And Fashion Challenge....

I really stepped out of my usual for this one! Such a special month so I wanted to create something with "Oomph" lol

This was soooooo much fun to make. Actually quite simple. I sat in front of the T.V fanning and folding for a couple of hours, did some inking and started to piece it all together. The dress formation I made out of paper mache. The top of her dress I simply glued directly on her body. I started with the bottom layer and worked my way up. Every second layer, I added some tulle and stringed pearls. Once I got to the top, it became a little tricky. I used all paper scraps for the entire dress so it was heavy cardstock. Bending and molding obviously wasn't going to work so with the fanning in front.....she looks like a prom girl from the late 80's! LMBO

Well, there ya go! I'm sure this won't be my last time making one of these. She will probably join the party table for Lia's Birthday. Lovely Lia is very proud of her and me :))

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Here are a few challenges I'd like to enter....

Paper Crafting Journey: For the Ladies in your Life

Sassy Studio Designs: Fancy Folds

Some Odd Girl: Pleat Something

Creative Card Crew: For A Child

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Have you guessed which picture/art piece belongs to me yet ? I'll give you a clue.................................................................

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GOTCH YA!!!!!

Spring Has Sprung

Hi all :) Short one today.....got a client shortly. Over at Kaboodle Doodles this week, our theme is SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Our sponsor this week is The Crafty Pad :) This week's winner (Chosen at random) will receive 2 images from The Crafty Pad Kept this card fairly simple. Not used to using just sentiments but I think it turn out good :) I used Crafty Pads Rose Digi....

My Recipe:

5 1/2 x 5 1/2

Cardstock: Recollections

Patterned Paper: K & CO (Best Of)

Images: The Crafty Pad (Rose)

Gypsy/Cricut: George BS, Wild Card

Coloring: Prisma Premiere Markers

Stamp: Stampology (Sentiment)

Other: Ribbon, Tattered Angels (Glimmer Mist)

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Gotts to go! Byeeee :))

3, 2, 1....GO!

Happy Monday :)

Another wonderful challenge over at Kaboodle Doodles this week! This week we want to see a recipe. 3, 2, 1 .... that's 3 Designer Papers, 2 Solid and 1 Embellishment. Can ya dig it? LOL

Our sponsor this week is Gingerloft. They have kindly supplied us with some great digi's to showcase :) Enter this week and the winner (chosen at random) will receive yummy images from Gingerloft.

Here is my take with one of there sentiments......

Here are some challenges I entered....

I Did It Creations: Punches or Dies

ECP Challenges: Something For The Boys

The Paper Variety: Stitching

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My Recipe:

5 1/2 x 5 1/2

Cardstock: Recollections

Patterned Paper: Color Bok, S.E.I (Bridgeport)

Gypsy: Gypsy Wanderings

Sentiment: Gingerloft

Other: Stitching, Rhinestones

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See y'all in blogland :)

Paper Romance BLOG HOP!!

The Paper Romance team has some fun stuff in store for you today, so make sure you start at the beginning of the Hop with the Paper Romance Challenge Blog HERE. The Hop goes live at 7:00 AM CST today ( Thursday January 27th) and closes on Saturday, January 29th at 7:00 AM CST. Comments left after that time are loved and appreciated, but to be eligible for Amy’s prize (read on!) you must complete the hop by Saturday morning.

If you came here from The Paper Romance Challenge blog, are in the right place! Let the games begin!

Our Design Team Challenge for this week is “ANYTHING BUT A CARD” My “Anything But a Card” project today a cute cute little purse for any small gift. And looking marvlous as usual in her beautiful tu-tu is Tu-Tu sweet from High Hopes. I have personally used this stamp sooo many times and yet she keeps on giving!






Amy is offering a $20 gift certificate to spend at the Paper Romance Store to one hopper that completes the hop, so be sure to leave a comment here and on all of the Design Team’s blogs to have a chance to win!

Also, Play along with this weeks challenge and you could win a $5 gift certificate to Paper Romance Store too!

Next up on the hop is Donna. You will love what she has in store for your eyes :) Have fun boinging around! LOL

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My Recipe:

Mini Purse

Cardstock: Recollections

Patterned Paper: American Crafts (Cosmopolitan)

Stamps: Tutu Sweet (High Hopes), Fiskars (Friend)

Coloring: Prisma Colored Pencils with Gamsol, Markers, Glitter Pen

Gypsy/Circut: Tags, Bags Boxes and More

Other: Tag, Lace, Button, Flower, Ribbon (Offray)

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Enjoy the hop :)

Shape It!

Hi :)

It's another wonderful challenge over at Paper Romance this week! How about a shaped card? This week we want to see a shaped card. Heart, Circle, Scalloped.....anything EXCEPT square or rectangle. Enter into this week's challenge and you can win (chosen at random) a $5 Gift Certificate to the Paper Romance store!

This is my card :) I was fiddling with my new gypsy and I chose to do a sentiment card. Actually, this is my first lettered card ever. I like it. Don't love it but I did say "fiddling". LOL

The image I used is the always adorable Popcorn The Bear from the I Love You set.

Enjoy!

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My Recipe:

Shaped Card

Cardstock: Bazzil BP

Stamps: Popcorn the Bear (I Love You), Stampology (Flourish)

Coloring: Prisma Colored Pencils with Gamsol

Gypsy/Cricut: Simply Sweet

Other: Inking, Rhinestones, White Doodle Pen (American Crafts)

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Hope everyone is enjoying the day....ciao for now :)

Moxie Fab!!

Quick quick post :)

Moxie Fab World is probably one of the best blogs to visit on a daily basis. From the latest trends to prizes galore! This month Cath has been giving color combo inspiration from this months fab mag Paper Craft Color Inspiration.

Here is one of the combos.....

And this is what I came up with...

You have until January 31st to enter so plenty of time to create something wonderful :) Oh and the prize? OMG! A gypsy, Cricut and 8 cartridges!! UNBELIEVABLE!!

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My Recipe:

5 1/2 x 5 1/2

Cardstock: Bazzil BP

Cuttlebug: Sizzix (Polka dot)

Stamps: SU!

Gypsy: Gypsy Wanderings (Heart)

Other: Chip Board, Beads, Jewelry Wire, Embr. Thread, Corner Rounder (Making Memories), Glossy Accents

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That's it for this post. Here comes another ;))