Not autumn...and autumn

Hi, again!  Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! :)  I had the chance to make lots of cards--some for DT projects coming up and a couple of "just because" cards! :)

Here's the first one~

Detail~

For these fabulous challenges~

Inspired By Stamping: Customer Gallery Challenge

Inspired By Stamping: Birthday Challenge

Card Mania: Pastel Colors

Crafty Cardmakers: Shabby Chic

I've used stamps by Inspired By Stamping, liquid pearls by Ranger, a half doily by Wilton, patterned paper by Echo Park, ribbon by May Arts, and ink/cardstock by Stampin' Up!.

Here's the second card I made~

Details~

For these fabulous challenges~

Eureka Stamps: Fall + String/Twine

Kaboodle Doodles: Earth Tones/Colors

Tammy's Scrappin' Corner: Fall Colors

The Thanksgiving Crusade

I've used a blending tool and liquid pearls by Ranger, twine from my stash, Specialty paper by American Crafts, patterned paper by DCWV, gold glimmer mist by Tattered Angels, sentiment stamps by Inspired By Stamping, background images by Pink Paislee, gold ink by Encore, and a leaf image and ink and cardstock by Stampin' Up!.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek!  I hope that you join in the fun of these wonderful challenges and that you are inspired to create something today!  HUGS and happy stamping to all! :)

HOC: CAS Style Sketch

Howdy, ya'll!  It's time for another challenge at House of Cards! It's a sketch month, and this week we want you to COMBINE THE SKETCH WITH CLEAN AND SIMPLE STYLE!  Since October is a busy birthday month for us, I've got a birthday card to share with you today!

Here's the sketch~

My card~

Detail~

I've used a sentiment by Great Impressions, ribbon from my stash, and all other supplies are by Stampin' Up!.

This card is for my little sister--she's turning 11 later this month!  For those of you who don't know, I'm the oldest of 9 kids, so there's a large range in our ages.  Yes, she's my youngest sister. ;)  And purple is her (an my) favorite color, so there you have it!

Thanks so much for stopping by to look at my card!  Please take some time to play along and don't forget to leave some love with the other CAS gals, too!  HUGS and happy stamping friends!

52CCT: October Color Challenge

Hi, friends!  It's a new week and a new challenge at 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown!  This week, we've got a super fabulous color challenge for you--I can't wait to see what you make of it!

Here's the color challenge~

My card~

Detail~

I've used glitter paper by DCWV, gold glitter glue and pearls by Studio G, specialty paper by American Crafts, and all other supplies are by Stampin' Up!.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek!  I hope you join us for this fun challenge and that you leave a little love with the other members of this incredibly talented DT as well!  HUGS and merry stamping, friends!

Great Impressions: Watercolor Emboss Resist

Hello, friends!  It's another Thursday and that means...time for my newest creation using the fabulous products from the Great Impressions store!  For more fun projects using these products, check out the new and improved Great Impressions blog, too!  This week is a video tutorial from me featuring the WATERCOLOR EMBOSS RESIST technique.

Here's my card~

Details~

Products used: H140 Pumpkins in a Row, C384 Abundant Blessings, Enamel Dots.

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog for a few moments to take a peek at my card.  Please do pop over to the Great Impressions blog and take a gander at the video tutorial I've made for you!  HUGS and thankful stamping friends!

Two Autumnal Offerings

It's time for another "just because" post from me! :)  This time, I'm using a card style that I have wanted to try that is aptly used by my friend Ruth at Flower Sparkle.  THIS CARD inspired me to give it a go!  And I'm trying to use my new and old stamps that haven't seen the light of day recently or at all, so I grabbed out some of the stash and got busy!  I've got another card to share, too.  Both are autumn themed! :)

Here's the finished project~

Detail~

For these fabulous challenges~

Sweet Sketch Wednesday: Sketch Inspiration

Baffies Creative Shop: Autumn Creations

Rhedd & Rosie's Challenge: Shades of Autumn

I've used sequins from my stash, liquid pearls by Ranger, twine by We R Memory Makers, a clear glitter gel pen by Sakura (to highlight the sentiment), and all other supplies are by Stampin' Up!.

And now onto card #2--another autumnal offering by this time a bit more artsy in the feel. :)

Here's the card~

Detail~

For these fabulous challenges~

Creative Belli: Leaves

Cards & More: Sparkle & Bling

Get Inky!: Fall Colors

This card uses more sequins from my stash, a sentiment from Great Impressions, a fun texture set by Bo Bunny, liquid pearls by Ranger, and all other supplies are by Stampin' Up!.

That's all for me now!  Thanks so much for taking a bit of time to come and say hello!  I hope that you join in the fun of these challenges and that you create something today!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all! :)

Vintage Love

And now for a bit of shabby goodness!  With buttons!  And lace!  And a doily! ;)  I've been trying to get better at this style, so I thought I'd try my hand using a fabulous sketch!

Here's my card~

Details~

For these fabulous challenges~

IBS: Sketch Inspiration

IBS: Customer Gallery Challenge

Flourishes: Pearls & Lace

I've used stamps and lace tape by Inspired By Stamping, pearls and a rhinestone heart by Studio 120, patterned paper by Pink Paislee, a doily by Wilton, a cream button from my stash, and the other two buttons/cardstock/inks by Stampin' Up!.

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I've just got one more post to do before I need to try to go to sleep...insomnia has gotten the best of me lately!  I hope you join in these fun challenges and that you've been inspired to create something today!  HUGS and happy stamping to you all!

Sunflowers

It's me again!  And I have one or two more posts after this, too...so get ready! ;)  This time I've got a CAS creation that's perfect for the autumn or summer.  I love the way the sunflowers I made turned out!

Here's the card~

Details~

For these fabulous challenges~

IBS: Color Inspiration

IBS: Customer Gallery Challenge

Tip Top Tuesday: Flowers

I've used stamps by Inspired By Stamping, enamel dots by My Mind's Eye, gold glitter by Studio G, twine from my stash, and paper/ink by Stampin' Up!.

TIP: When paper piecing, stamp the image once onto the main piece of paper and then cut off the black outline from the patterned paper in order to create a cleaner feel.

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek!  I hope that you join in the fun with these fabulous challenges and that you are now inspired to try something new!  HUGS and happy stamping friends!