Hey, all! I'm back with yet another gift card holder...'tis the season...not to mention that I have several tween/teen nieces who only want gift cards for Christmas!I played along with A Passion for Papertrey's Scrapalicious challenge. My sentiment & button are both PTI, and the scraps include all three patterned papers and the glittered button thread.I used Laura's Sketch 66 over at 2 Sketches 4 You for my layout.
And since it's a gc holder, I'm also entering it in the Caardvarks gift card holder challenge.To all my American buddies, I wish you a VERY happy Thanksgiving!And to kick off the holiday season, you might want to stop by A Muse. They're offering a 30% on all orders from now 'til Nov. 29. Enter promo code HAPPY30. I already placed my order!Stamps: Signature Christmas (PTI)
Paper: Pretty in Pink, SU & unknown pp
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: ShortCuts gc holder, SU ribbon & snowflake, PTI button, Kaisercraft rhinestones, glittered button thread (unknown)
Hey, everyone! Another unseasonably warm day here...it really doesn't feel like Thanksgiving is just around the corner!Today I'm sharing a card I made for my SIL. She is hosting Thanksgiving this year, and I really appreciate it, so I'll be giving her this along with a little something extra...got any ideas what I could give as a small hostess gift? Suggestions welcome!This card is for two challenges: Laura's Sketch 65 over at 2 Sketches 4 You & the CARDS challenge to create a fall project.Hope you like it!Stamps: All Natural (SU), Signature Greetings (PTI)
Paper: white, Kraft, pp (all PTI)
Ink: Adirondack Espresso
Happy Columbus Day to my fellow Americans, and Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends north of the border! I have the day off today, which I desperately need...I'm trying to recover from the craziness of homecoming week!I played along with two of my favorite challenge sites today: Kazan's Sketch 63 and The Play Date Cafe Challenge 50. It felt good to make a card just for fun, and I love the way it turned out. Hope you love it, too!Have a great week!Stamps: Sky's the Limit (Hero Arts)
Paper: Berry Sorbet, Garden Green, PTI white, PTI pp
Ink: Garden Green
Accessories: Nestabilities blossom, Prima rhinestones, dimensionals
Happy Friday eve! I need the weekend like you would not believe...been working nonstop days from 7:30 a.m. 'til 9:30 or 10:00 at night, and I am exhausted. If I had the time, I'd be counting down the days to summer!
I've got a quick card for you that I whipped up a few days ago. I played along with the Etsy Inspired challenge. This week's shop is Handmade Whimzy, and I chose this apron as my inspiration. 
I also played with this week's sketch at 2 Sketches 4 You and flipped it sideways to work for me. I pulled out some old American Crafts papers and my Chatterbox stamps from Practicing Creativity Designs.I made this one for my sister...she hosted a bunch of family at her vacation home over Labor Day weekend, so I needed to get a thank you out to her. Think she'll like it?Stamps: Chatterbox (Practicing Creativity Designs)
Paper: Hawaiian Shores, PTI white, American Crafts pp
Ink: Adirondack Pitch Black
Accessories: PTI ribbon
Hey, all! TGIF! It's been a long week, probably because it was the first full week of school. I'm looking forward to high school football tonight, a sweet corn festival tomorrow, and a family get-together on Sunday. What are your plans?
Today's card is for two challenges: this week's sketch at 2 Sketches 4 You and A Passion for Papertrey's Polka Dot challenge. The sketch was perfect for paper scraps...the card's all PTI except the ink.Be sure to stop by tomorrow for another Wee Memories challenge. I'm the hostess this week, and I have a fun challenge planned! Hope to see you playing along with us!
Stamps: Signature Greetings (PTI)
Paper: Hawaiian Shores, PTI white, PTI pp
Ink: Taken with Teal
Accessories: PTI ribbon
Yikes! It's almost back to school time for me! Friday is my official first day, although I'm busy getting everything ready all week long. My students return on Wednesday of next week. I'm again teaching freshmen in English & speech, and I'm looking forward to teaching creative writing to juniors & seniors...haven't taught it in a couple of years, but it's always a fun class.As soon as August arrives, my thoughts turn to school. Since today's 365 Cards challenge was to be inspired by August, I decided to make some back-to-school treats for my co-workers. 
I flipped Laura's Sketch 58 and used the layout for my topper. I filled the bags with some yummy Crystal Light packets. It's nothing special, but any little gift counts as we get ready for another crazy year!Hope you like it!Stamps: Teacher's Apple, Signature Greetings (PTI)
Paper: Pretty in Pink, PTI white, Pink Paislee pp
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Adirondack Espresso
Accessories: PTI ribbon, Kaisercraft rhinestones, treat bag, Crystal Light packets
Hey, all! Sorry I've been slacking on the posts lately. I've had NO mojo since coming back from my vacation, so I've been spending time fixing up the house. I'm getting ready to tackle the kitchen...nothing too major...just paint, hardware for the cabinets, and some new shelves & artwork to hang. Other than that, I've just been freshening things up in general--new bedding, pillows & throws for the living room, etc.Today was the first day I felt that creative spark...I had Kazan's Sketch 57 in my head and finally came up with an idea I'm fairly happy with. When I saw the three circles on
the sketch, I immediately thought of this balloon stamp...but then I got stuck on the scalloped layer. I didn't want patterned paper or ribbon or anything...I felt it'd be too busy. And then I finally realized I could do clouds since they've got scalloped edges anyway. Yay! I finished it off with some "grass" at the bottom. Hope you like it!Stamps: Everyday Button Bits, Mega Mixed Messages (PTI), Head in the Clouds (Sassafras)
Paper: Green Galore, Cool Caribbean, PTI white
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: PTI buttons, dimensionals
Hello, everyone! It's a dark day here today...we're supposed to get bad thunderstorms and up to a couple of inches of rain. 
Since it's so dreary, I made a bright card to cheer myself up! I used my new Lawn Fawn stamps that I won from Limelight, and my layout is Kazan's Sketch 54. What do you think?
Stamps: How Delightful (Lawn Fawn)
Paper: Cameo Coral, Pink Pirouette, PTI white, Bazzill Swiss Dot
Ink: Cameo Coral, Adirondack Pitch Black
Accessories: Michaels ribbon, PTI button, Jenni Bowlin pearls, SU scallop trim punch, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, Nestabilities ovals, dimensionals
I really wish I could live up to my post title and just RELAX...this is most stressful time of the year for me. It's the end of school, and the work is piling up...FAST! I expect it, but this year there's been a few surprises thrown in that have upset/irritated/stressed me more than usual. Needless to say, a day at the beach sounds heavenly right about now.All the stress inspired me to create this soothing scene. I started with Kazan's Sketch 52. The bottom layers became ocean waves and sand...I sponged each to add depth and tore the edge of the kraft layer. Then I stamped my scene, popping the umbrella up on dimensionals and adding some bling to my sun. Hope you like it!Today's your last chance to enter my blog candy giveaway...a $25 gift certificate to Papertrey is up for grabs! I'll draw a winner tomorrow.Stamps: Day at the Beach (PTI)
Paper: Cool Caribbean, Tempting Turquoise, Kraft
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Creamy Caramel, Chocolate Chip, Real Red, YoYo Yellow
Accessories: Fiskars upper crest punch, Studio 18 rhinestone, dimensionals, sponge
Happy hump day! Thankfully for me, this week is flying by....just a few more weeks 'til summer break! I'm really looking forward to having crafty time every day.Today's card combines 3 challenges: Moxie Fab's 3 Cheers for Chairs, Laura's Sketch 51, and Curtain Call Color Challenge 28.
I wanted to create an "I Miss You" card, so I paired this sentiment with my empty couch. Then I decided to add a heart-shaped pillow to complete the lonely scene. What do you think?Stamps: On My Couch (PTI), Always (SU)
Paper: Rose Red, PTI white & kraft, SU dp
Ink: Not Quite Navy
Accessories: SU ribbon & heart punch, Kaisercraft pearls, dimensional, button from stash
Hello! Hope your weekend is going great so far! Hubby's birthday is Monday, so we're celebrating tonight with a fancy steakhouse dinner and who knows what else.I stopped at Michaels the other day...I hadn't been in quite a while, but I had a coupon and gift card, so it was a guilt-free day. One of my purchases was this cute scooter stamp from Imaginisce. Since I stamped it on pink cardstock, I decided not to color any of it except the heart, which I filled with a red glitter pen. I also found this yummy satin ribbon in the $1 bin...it goes well with Aqua Mist, don't you think? AND I finally used an SU corduroy brad...been hoarding those suckers for a while now. My layout is Kazan's Sketch 51. Hope you like it!Stamps: Scooter (Imaginisce), Essential Sentiments (MFT)
Paper: Aqua Mist, Sweet Blush, PTI white, PTI dp
Ink: Real Red, Adirondack Pitch Black
Accessories: SU brad, Basic Basic ribbon, Spica glitter pen, dimensionals
Happy Saturday! It's absolutely DREARY here...a perfect day for crafting. I had to be out and about running errands earlier, but I managed to sneak in a bit of cardmaking time this afternoon. May have to add a nap to the festivities, too... 
This card uses Laura's fab sketch over at 2S4Y. Can I tell you a secret? I have a crush on this card...the cherries, the dots, the gingham, buttons, ribbon, AND bling...oooh, it's got all of my favorite things! Hope you like it as much as I do!Stamps: Everyday Button Bits (PTI)
Paper: PTI white, Old Olive, Pink Paislee dp
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: PTI ribbon & buttons, Kaisercraft rhinestones, Nestabilities Labels 4, SU scallop trim & word window punches, dimensionals
Happy Saturday! It's another beautiful spring day here--although it's a bit cool--but there's plenty of sunshine to spare! I'm trying not to count down the school days 'til summer...but this weather is making it hard! 
Since I'm in a cheerful springtime mood, I figured I'd pull out my SU bird punch. I played along with Kazan's sketch 50 over at 2S4Y. This color combo just makes me smile...how about you?
Stamps: Everyday Button Bits (PTI)
Paper: Raspberry Fizz, Cool Caribbean, Old Olive, PTI white, PTI dp
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: Nestabilities Labels 4, SU bird punch, Michaels ribbon, Kaisercraft rhinestone, dimensionals
Sorry for the lack of posts the past few days...I've been sick, busy with my school's musical, and feeling the winter blahs big time. I'm trying to hang on until spring break...
Isn't this sentiment just perfect for spring? I don't know about you, but I am definitely ready for more sunshine and warmer temps. I'm itching to get outside and take a long walk with hubby and our pup.
I combined several challenges for this card: Laura's Sketch 46, Flutter By Wednesday 98, and Color Throwdown 81. Hope you like it!Stamps: Turning a New Leaf, Egg Hunt (PTI)
Paper: Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, PTI white
Ink: Old Olive, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: EK Success embossed curve border punch, Martha Stewart butterfly punch, Nestabilities blossom, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, SU ribbon, Kaisercraft pearls
Hi, all! Just popping in with a quick card I made for a co-worker's upcoming wedding. I had to supersize it so everyone could sign it...the finished card is 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.This card fits two challenges...the Caardvarks wedding challenge and Kazan's Sketch 46 (flipped on its side).Hope you like it!Paper: Aqua Mist, white
Accessories: Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, Fiskars upper crest punch, SU corner rounder punch, SU rub-on, PTI ribbon, Nestabilities blossom, Kaisercraft pearls
Hi! Happy Valentine's weekend! It's been a great one for me so far...hubby gave me flowers (roses & gerbera daisies) and chocolate covered caramels, and later tonight we're going out for a nice dinner. 
I squeezed in some play time this afternoon and pulled out my new Hero Arts "Sky's the Limit" set. I paired the rainbow with this sweet sentiment from Inkadinkado. My layout is Laura's sketch 45 from 2 Sketches 4 You.Hope your weekend is fabulous!Stamps: Sky's the Limit (Hero Arts), Friendly Advice (Inkadinkado)
Paper: Kraft, Tempting Turquoise, Real Red, Bazzill & PTI white
Ink: Real Red, Adirondack Pitch Black
Accessories: Copic markers, Spica clear glitter pen, Michaels ribbon, SU scallop trim punch, dimensionals
Hey there! Happy hump day! Still no sunshine here; in fact, it feels like 1 degree right now...BUT despite that, I'm feeling quite cheerful and springlike!I must say that I'm pretty much in LOVE with today's card. Not only do I adore the color combo, but I also used some new goodies--Verve stamps, PTI stamps and ribbon, and that Maya Road stick pin. I used Laura's Sketch 44 for my layout.
I made this for my friend, Jenelle, who struggles with several debilitating (and unfortunately) terminal illnesses. She can definitely use a bit of cheer in her life right now. If you are so inclined, please keep her in your prayers!
Stamps: Turning a New Leaf (PTI), Circular Sayings (Verve)
Paper: Old Olive, Berry Sorbet, PTI white
Ink: Old Olive, Berry Sorbet
Accessories: PTI ribbon, Maya Road stick pin, Martha Stewart butterfly punch, scalloped edge punch, Kaisercraft rhinestones, dimensionals
Happy Monday! Hope those of you who have the day off are taking full advantage of it. I spent this morning crafting and doing a little online shopping...just using up some Papertrey gift certificates...doesn't get better than that, does it? Later I'm heading over to my SU demo's for a little SAB party. I love hanging out with crafty girls...they understand my obsession!
Today's card is for two challenges: Kazan's sketch 44 and Little Red Wagon challenge 11--to use dots. I just love cherries, and on a cold, cloudy day like today, it gives me hope for spring!
Oh, I almost forgot...I made Top Trio over at 365 Cards this week...for this valentine. Woohoo!
Have a wonderful week!
Stamps: Everyday Button Bits, Signature Greetings (PTI)
Paper: Regal Rose, Sweet Blush
Ink: Old Olive
Accessories: SU ribbon, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, BasicGrey buttons, Kaisercraft rhinestones, dimensionals
I don't know about you, but it's been so cold lately, all I want to do is stay at home, snuggling up with my hubby and sipping on hot chocolate. My card today was inspired by those feelings.
I combined two challenges: Laura's Sketch 43 (which I flipped on its side) and today's 365 Cards challenge to use a house on your card. I finally inked up this wonderful image from Waltzingmouse Stamps. I wanted to keep the card simple, so I only colored the thatched roof and red door, then added a bit of Stickles for some snow.
Sending warm wishes your way!
Stamps: Irish Blessings (Waltzingmouse Stamps), All Occasion (Hero Arts)
Paper: Real Red, kraft, white
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: PTI ribbon, Diamond Stickles, Copic markers
Happy Friday! Any fun plans for your weekend? With all the snow and bitterly cold temps, we plan on staying in...lots of snuggling and hot chocolate on the agenda!
Speaking of snow, I was inspired by yesterday's snow day to make a fun little card for a co-worker. The chipboard is part of the blog candy I won from Sarah--cute, huh? I thought the polka-dotted background looked like snow (and it conveniently worked out for Crazy 4 Challenges 18). I also tried to use Kazan's Sketch 43, but I'm not sure it turned out right in the end...oh, well, I think it's cute, and the sketch is what inspired me in the first place, so I'm sharing it anyway. I'm such a rebel....bwhahaha!!!
Have a fabulous weekend!
Stamps: Head in the Clouds (Sassafras)
Paper: Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, Collage Press chipboard, American Crafts Thickers, Michaels ribbon
Hey, all! I'm back with yet another gift card holder...'tis the season...not to mention that I have several tween/teen nieces who only want gift cards for Christmas!
