Paper Sweeties September Inspiration Challenge #23 - 'Pretty Pumpkins'

Hi, friends!  It's time for another fabulous challenge over on the Paper Sweeties blog.  Today I'm sharing my creation that was made using items from the Paper Sweeties store and inspired by our challenge--PRETTY PUMPKINS!

Here's my card~

The inspiration~

Paper Sweeties products used:

Fun Shapes stamps (images)

Beautiful stamps (sentiment)

Silver Sequins

I couldn't decide on how to create my pumpkins for this card until I saw the Fun Shapes set peeking out at me.  I decided to create some fun shaped pumpkins with some of these shapes and their dies and then adding a ribbon stem and some buttons shaped like leaves!

Check out the rest of the inspiration for this challenge

by vising the blogs in this list~

Amber Kroening

Annette Allen

Annette Witherspoon

  Char Cundy

Debbie Marcinkiewicz

  Jeanne Jachna

Kerin Sylvester

Kristi Schurr
Larissa Heskett
Lesley Croghan

Lisa Elton

Maria Patrick

Michelle Bala
Mynnette Kitchen

Nancy Penir

Tammy Hobbs

September Guest Designer: Jill Norwood


Hope you come and join the fun!
HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Good Friends...

Hello, all!  I took some time today to de-stress from school things and make a quick card.  This one is relatively CAS with a lot of shine, so photographing it was a little tricky.  I hope you can get a good feel for it--it's all black and gold. :)

Here's the card~

Detail~

For these fabulous challenges~

Addicted To CAS: Luxury

Papercrafting Challenges: Sequins

Sweet Stampin': Embossing

Daring Cardmakers: Clean & Simple

Fairy Tale Challenges: Clean & Simple

I've used the Everyday Greetings set from the Inspired By Stamping store, some glittery enamel star stickers from Freckled Fawn, Liquid Pearls in Gold by Ranger, gold glitter paper by DCWV, gold embossing powder by Stampendous!, gold sequins from my stash, and all other supplies used are by Stampin' Up!.

Thank you for stopping by to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you come and join the fun with these fabulous challenges and that you take some time to create today!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Great Impressions: Teacher Appreciation Gift

Hi, friends!  It's time for another post using stamps from the Great Impressions online store!  Today I have a gift idea for our "Teacher Appreciation Gifts" week!  Come and take a peek!

Here's my card~

Products used: E767 Bubble Over

I decided to make a gift that could go along with this super fun sentiment, and so body wash just seemed to fit the bill!  Who doesn't like some yummy smelling body products?!  What do you think?

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at this card!  Hop over to the Great Impressions blog for more inspiration and come play along with our monthly challenge, too!  If you use stamps from Great Impressions, you'll be able to link up your creation in our Customer Gallery, too!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

DDD: A Simple Scene + Wednesday Wisdom

Hi, friends!  It's Wednesday, and so that means it's time for me to post a creation using fabulous digi goodness from the Daydream Design's store!  This week I've got a card that is just a simple scene.  No sentiment, just a peaceful little trailer sitting on the grass!

Here's my card~

Products used: Bouquet of Daisies (polka dot paper), Nest To Sky Papers (cloud paper), On The Move Color Set

My "Wednesday Wisdom" this week is to just be still sometimes.  There are times when you don't need a reason to just be.  Rest is imperative to us and to our well being.  In fact, it's a commandment!

"Six days may work be done; but in the seventh is the sabbath of rest, holy to the Lord: whosoever doeth any work in the sabbath day, he shall surely be put to death." -Exodus 31:16

Rest is so important that the Lord has commanded us to do so every seven days.  In our fast paced world, we sometimes forget that rest is necessary for us to be able to function correctly.  We need sleep, good food, relaxation to optimize our potential.  How wonderful is it to know that our Father in Heaven knows how important it is, too?  He is surely wise to tell us to take time out!  So, please do that today!  Go and rest and relax in the knowledge of our Lord's love!

Thanks for stopping by today to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you like it and I hope you go grab these digi elements from the Daydream Design's Store!  HUGS and happy {digi} stamping to you all!  

52CCT: August Stash Challenge

Welcome to another new challenge at 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown!  This week we're asking you to use glitter, bling, and all other things shiny on your holiday creations!  I've used some glitter and rhinestones to make a small-ish sparkly creation!

Here's it is~

I've used an image and sentiment from Doodle Pantry, .rhinestones by Kaiser Kraft, Stickles by Ranger, red glitter glue by Darice, and cardstock by Stampin' Up!.

This is my last post for 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown and I want to say thank you to the gals on this wonderful team!  I'll miss getting to create you all with each week.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you join in our fun and fabulous challenge this week and that you leave some love with the other gals on this extremely talented DT as well!  HUGS and Merry Stamping! :) 

Great Impressions: Bamboo Wishes

Hi, friends!  It's time for another post using stamps from the Great Impressions online store!  Today I have a card with a CAS feel and a powerful message.  Just a few small accents and a bright color scheme found here!  Take a look!

Here's my card~

Products used: G361 Solid Bamboo, A145 Never Give Up

Did you notice the "shading" on the bamboo?  I used two colors of green ink to create this fun effect!  This card is actually a motivational speech for myself.  We all need this reminder--NEVER GIVE UP.  It's very easy to do and so anytime we can remind ourselves and those around us to keep going, we should.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at this card!  Hop over to the Great Impressions blog for more inspiration and come play along with our monthly challenge, too!  If you use stamps from Great Impressions, you'll be able to link up your creation in our Customer Gallery, too!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

DDD: Fun Flag + Wednesday Wisdom

Hi, friends!  It's Wednesday, and so that means it's time for me to post a creation using fabulous digi goodness from the Daydream Design's store!  This week I've got a card using a fun sentiment and some other digi papers!

Here's my card~

Products used: On The Move Sentiments Set, Bouquet of Daisies (papers)

I've been talking this month about journeying through life here on my Wednesday Wisdom posts.  This week's card is a reminder to allow for the unexpected and to embrace it when it comes!  The Lord has things prepared for us that are FAR better than anything we could plan for ourselves!  Embrace His perfect plan for you.  Abandon your imperfect plan.

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." -Jeremiah 29:11

The Lord knows what is best.  Trust Him.  His love will be able to carry you through everything and lift you when you fall.  He sees the big picture, the whole tapestry, the completed puzzle, whichever comparison is your cup of tea.  He loves you!  Never forget that!

Thanks for stopping by today to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you like it and I hope you go grab these digi elements from the Daydream Design's Store!  HUGS and happy {digi} stamping to you all!  

You Inspire Me!

Hi, friends!  Whew!  First day of school was a bit crazy.  It started with an interesting doctors appointment that we won't get into and ended in a nap.  In between, I did get a lot of school work done.  Tomorrow is the first day I actually have to be IN class, so there's that.  Oh, and I made some time for a little crafty therapy!  Come and take a look!

Here's my creation~

A close up of the stamped image~

Sorry it's so dark--I couldn't show the shine when I tried
to make the white cardstock white in the photo...

For these fabulous challenges~

CAS-ual Fridays: Tic Tac Toe

(Middle vertical row.)

Addicted to CAS: Geometric

Glitter n Sparkle: Use Some Metal

Sentimental Sundays: Monochromatic Colors

Simpy Create Too: Monochromatic Madness

I've used the I Love You Because and Delicate Doilies II stamp sets from Inspired By Stamping, baker's twine from my stash, Stickles in Diamond and Liquid Pearls in Silver Pearl by Ranger, Memento Tuxedo Black ink, and all other supplies are from Stampin' Up!.

This card was made for a very special friend going through a very difficult time.  I didn't want it to be your ordinary "get well" or "thinking of you" card because she is very extraordinary!  I think she'll like it...I hope so, at least!

That's all for now!  Thanks for stopping by to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you are inspired to create something for these fabulous challenges!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Doodle Pantry: How've You Bean?

Okay, admit it.  You love a good pun!  ME TOO!  Puns are something that I totally fall for and adore...even little kids can understand them, so I feel they're the best humor.  Luckily for me, I get to design with some fabulous digis from Doodle Pantry that include some FABULOUS puns!  Come see my most recent punny creation...

Here's my card~

Products used: Everyday Jargon (image & sentiment), Cute Cake (paper)

HA!  How've you "bean"?  Get it?! ;)  This would be a really fun card to take to a friend with some yummy jelly beans as a treat to say hi!  You could even send the gift in the mail along with this card.  The options are endless!  I love it!

Thanks for stopping by today to see how my crafting has "bean" going!  I hope you have some fun creating today!  HUGS and happy {digi} stamping!

One Layer Black & White Chevrons...With a Pop of Metallics

Howdy, there!  I'm sneaking in some more craft time today and I decided to make a CAS card that was mainly black & white...with a POP of metallic color!  I think it turned out pretty ok, what do YOU think?

Here's the card~

For these fabulous challenges~

CAS-ual Fridays: Tic Tac Toe

(I chose the top horizontal row.)

Addicted to CAS: Geometric

Frosted Designs: Chevrons

I've used the Pretty Planners, I Love You Because, and Chevrons sets from Inspired By Stamping, Memento Tuxedo Black ink, white cardstock from Georgia Pacific, and sequins from my stash.

Thanks for stopping by to take a peek at my creation!  And THANK YOU for all your kind comments!  I read them all and appreciate each and every one!  I hope you take some time to join in the fun of these fabulous challenges!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

52CCT: August Theme Challenge

Welcome to another new challenge at 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown!  This week we've got a fun theme!  The theme is MISTLETOE AND WINE.  Since I don't drink alcohol and have no images along those lines, I went with some punched leaves and pearls to create the mistletoe and then I used a deep wine red paper to incorporate that aspect of the theme.

Here's the result~

I've used a sentiment by Inspired By Stamping, twine from Paper Sweeties, pearls from Studio 120, silver glitter paper by DCWV, specialty paper from The Paper Studio, Memento Tuxedo Black ink, and all other supplies are from Stampin' Up!.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you join in our fun and fabulous challenge this week and that you leave some love with the other gals on this extremely talented DT as well!  HUGS and Merry Stamping! :)

Paper Sweeties August Release Rewind!

Hi, friends!  It's time for day three of the new release going on over at the Paper Sweeties store!!!  Since it's the 2nd birthday of Paper Sweeties this month, we've got MORE sets and MORE dies being released!  I just know you'll love them as much as I do!

Here's my REWIND card~

Products used: Party Time set, Fun Shapes Set, Hello Friend Set

ALL of the new sets and dies are now available for purchase!I hope you go and grab them from the store!  I know that they will be a great addition to each craft stash that has them--they are all amazingly versatile!

And check out the other DT blogs for more inspiration~

Amber Kroening
Annette Allen

Annette Witherspoon

Debbie Marcinkiewicz – Paper Sweeties

Kerin Sylvester

Kristi Schurr

Lesley Croghan

Maria Patrick

Michelle Bala
Mynnette Kitchen

Nancy Penir

Larissa Heskett

HUGS and happy stamping!

Paper Sweeties August Release Party!

Hi, friends!  It's time for day three of the new release going on over at the Paper Sweeties store!!!  Since it's the 2nd birthday of Paper Sweeties this month, we've got MORE sets and MORE dies being released!  I just know you'll love them as much as I do!

Here's my day three card~

Products used: Party Time set, You Are Fab Set

The new "You Are Fab" set is FAB!  So many sentiments and so many combination possibilities!  A MUST HAVE for your stamp stash! I hope you go and grab it on the 15th when they're available in the store!

And check out the other DT blogs for more inspiration~

Amber Kroening
Annette Allen

Annette Witherspoon

Debbie Marcinkiewicz – Paper Sweeties

Kerin Sylvester

Kristi Schurr

Lesley Croghan

Maria Patrick

Michelle Bala
Mynnette Kitchen

Nancy Penir

Larissa Heskett

HUGS and happy stamping!

Great Impressions: Buggin' Out!

Hi, friends!  It's time for another post using stamps from the Great Impressions online store!  Today I have a very CAS creation that is *almost* a one layer card.  But not quite.  The only stamping is the sentiment...come and take a peek!

Here's my card~

Products used: D484 Ladybug Hugs

Believe it or not, this card took me a L O N G time to figure out.  I tried a few other things with some other tiny stamps and it just didn't work out all the way.  Then I thought, I'll just add some bits, bobs, and bling!  Ta da!  I love it!  What do you think?

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at this card!  Hop over to the Great Impressions blog for more inspiration and come play along with our monthly challenge, too!  If you use stamps from Great Impressions, you'll be able to link up your creation in our Customer Gallery, too!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Inspired By Stamping: Altered Photo Cube

I am super excited to share my project with you today!  It uses some fabulous products from the Inspired By Stamping store and was made as a gift for an incredibly lovely friend.  I made this using a photo cube I purchased years ago and added some stamped panels, some patterned paper panels, some lovely paper flowers, a few butterflies, and lots of glitter!  

I started by cutting and adhering some panels to the top, bottom, and two sides of the cube using papers from the Spring Lilacs paper pad.  The patterned paper was layered on to black glitter paper for a bit of added glitz.

Next, I turned to the front panel.  I stamped the lilac image from the Spring Lilacs set, added a sentiment from the Sweet Pea set, and finished it off with some glitter and liquid pearls.  After the panel was dried and put into the cube, a punched and layered glittery butterfly was added.

Next, I did the back panel.  A sentiment from the Everyday Greetings set is accented by a flourish and butterflies from the Spring Lilacs set.  Some glitter was added to the butterflies and a few liquid pearls were sprinkled to add a bit more texture.  After this panel was dry, I put it onto the cube and then layered another punched butterfly to keep the design consistent.

After the whole cube was assembled, I added some sheer ribbon to "tie it all together".  The same paper from the Spring Lilacs paper pad was accented by some beautiful paper flowers sent to me from my friend Cohenna in Poland.  I added some punches leaves, a bit of glitter, and another butterfly to finish it all off!

That's all for me today!  I hope you take a chance to go and grab our newest release from the store and, if you spend $50, you will get a free stamp set!  Also, come and join in the fun of our current challenge, too!  If you use products from the Inspired By Stamping store, link them up in the Customer Gallery as well!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Spring Lilacs paper pad

Spring Lilacs stamp set

Sweet Pea stamp set

Everyday Greetings stamp set

Paper Sweeties August Release Countdown!

Hi, friends!  It's time for day two of the new release going on over at the Paper Sweeties store!!!  Since it's the 2nd birthday of Paper Sweeties this month, we've got MORE sets and MORE dies being released!  I just know you'll love them as much as I do!

Here's my day two card~

Products used: Party Time set, Party Time dies, Hello Friend Set

These new sets are PERFECT for birthday and other special occasion cards.  They're also PERFECT for both masculine and feminine cards--SO versatile!  I hope you go and grab them all on the 15th when they're available in the store!

And check out the other DT blogs for more inspiration~

Amber Kroening
Annette Allen

Annette Witherspoon

Debbie Marcinkiewicz – Paper Sweeties

Kerin Sylvester

Kristi Schurr

Lesley Croghan

Maria Patrick

Michelle Bala
Mynnette Kitchen

Nancy Penir

Larissa Heskett

HUGS and happy stamping!

DDD: Fluttering By + Wednesday Wisdom

Hi, friends!  It's Wednesday, and so that means it's time for me to post a creation using fabulous digi goodness from the Daydream Design's store!  This week I've got a CAS card with a butterfly on it--my favorite!

Here's my card~

Products used: On The Move Sentiments Set, Doodle Garden Color Set, Hot Pink Party Paper Pack

For these fabulous challenges~

Ladybug Crafts: CAS

The Sailing Pineapple: It's Summer!

Bunny Zoe's: Summer Colors

Eureka Stamps: Things With Wings

Last week I talked about how my life's journey isn't what I thought it would be.  It was terribly disappointing at first.  BUT, I have to tell you, the Lord knows what is best for me, my husband, and our marriage.  The trials we have gone through have only strengthened us and made us love each other more.  I am so grateful for the Lord and His all seeing view.

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." - Proverbs 3:5

Sometimes it is hard to trust that something that seems like a trial can end up being the best thing that could happen to you.  I know that when I see trials given to me (not things I bring on myself--there is a difference!) as blessings, I start to have more strength to overcome them.  Most trials I have gone through have actually been HUGE blessings to me personally.  I am grateful that the Lord knows what I need to grow and progress.

Thanks for stopping by today to take a peek at my creation!  I hope you like it and I hope you go grab these digi elements from the Daydream Design's Store!  HUGS and happy {digi} stamping to you all!