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Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #50

2012-02-29T07:30:00.006-06:00

Hi ya'll!

This is my second post of the day. For my Creative Belli challenge post, please scroll down.

The new sketch over at Cardabilities has been posted, and as usual, it's freaking awesome! I have to admit that I really struggled with my card though. For all of the details, and to see the gorgeous sketch, click HERE.

As mentioned recently, my creative mojo disappears when work is crazy, so I had my sister choose the colors for this card. I did my best with the sketch, but don't feel like I did it justice. I just hope it looks somewhat decent to all of you, and Karan is ok with it.

I know that my friends at Cardabilities have rocked this sketch. You should head over there and see what they created.

Hugs!

Creative Belli Challenge #138

2012-02-29T03:00:00.026-06:00

Hi everyone!!

Yay for humpday! Only two days to go until the weekend. I'm SO happy the week is almost over. How's yours going? Got big plans for your weekend? I'm crossing my fingers that something I've been waiting for happens this weekend. lol :)

I'm excited to share my next Creative Belli challenge project with you today. This challenge is a Sketch challenge. For all of the details, click HERE.

I really think these colors are cool together. I wasn't sure how I was going to pull it off with the sketch, but it all came together really well. I've had the grey background patterned paper in my stash for almost two years. I'm so glad I kept a few pieces of it, as it goes perfectly with this color combo. I've also had the stamp set from Gina K in my possession for almost three years, and this is the first time it has seen ink. Pittiful, I know. *sigh* I hope the recipient of this card enjoys it.

I've combined the following challenges into my card today:

Corrosive Challenge #143 - Dimension (all of my panels are on foam adhesive, although you can't really see it)
Creative Inspirations Paint - Paper Piecing
Scrapper's Delights - Bling It Up
Sentimental Sunday #91 - Lace & Pearls (I hope they don't mind that I used rhinestones instead)
CR84FN #49 - Yellow, Kraft & Gray

Please check out what my fellow designers at the Creative Belli challenge have posted for you today. They're pretty awesome. :)

Back soon with another crafty project!
Hugs!

Use It Tuesday Challenge #26

2012-02-28T00:00:00.007-06:00

Hi ya'll!

I hope your week is going well, so far. It's been crazy, go figure, around here and we were closed at work for inventory yesterday and today. I've got some catching up to do on Wednesday now for sure.

I have another Use It Tuesday project for you today. My fellow UIT DT member, Heather, has just welcomed her beautiful baby girl, Claire, into the world. Thanks to this wonderful event, we're celebrating with this challenge, which is, All About Baby. For all of the details, click HERE.

I always struggle with masculine cards, but this weekend made me realize that I struggle with baby cards as well. I had NO clue what to do for this challenge. lol Then I broke out the distress inks, like I always do when I can't figure out what else to do, and this is the result. I dig it. I used an older striped background stamp to add some dimension, and i used up some hoarded patterned papers and a stamp set I've had since last year but had yet to ink it up. I think this will go to my best friend Drew and his wife, who are expecting their first baby...a boy.

I've combined the following challenges in my card as well:

Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge #153 - Sketch
Paper Sundaes #109 - Circles
Scrappy Frogs - Die Cuts
Play Date Cafe #120 - Baby Blue, Orangecicle, Basil

I hope you'll head over to the Use It Tuesday to see what my friends have created for you today. They're wonderful!

Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #13

2012-02-26T02:15:00.002-06:00

Howdy!

It's Sunday, and that brings me to the next challenge over at the CCC blog. This weeks challenge is to incorporate music on your card. For all of the details, click HERE.

I have to say I dig this card. I had a friend help me, by choosing the colors, just for fun. He chose blue, red and green. I added the lace for THIS challenge, and like how it turned out. I seldom round my corners, although I'm not sure why. I think I might have to try to remember to do that more often. I like how it looks.

I hope you'll head over to see what my fellow CCC designers have put together for you today. They're wonderful!

Hugs!

Drunken Stampers #84

2012-02-25T22:31:00.000-06:00

Well hello!

Looking at my last post, I am wondering where time has gone. It has been almost two weeks since I last posted anything. Goodness, that's bad. lol It's end of month for us at work, again, and it's so crazy busy that my creative mojo hides from me. Hopefully, I'll get back to posting more crafty stuff for you soon.

Anyway, I have my last Drunken Stampers card to share with you. Sadly, I won't be able to stay on for another term, as I am just too busy with work. I have truly enjoyed being a part of this team, and am thankful for the opportunity. The challenge this week is Thank You. For all of the details, click HERE.

I really like these colors together. The patterned papers I found in these colors actually go quite well together also. I'm not sure why I hadn't used this MFT doily die yet, but I love it. It came together pretty quickly, and I'm sure the recipient will enjoy it.

I've combined the following challenges in my card:

Just Add Ink #106 - Sketch

Colour Create #90 - Lilac, Blue, White & Kraft

Delightful Challenges - Patterned Paper

Crazy 4 Challenges #125 - 2 Layered Card

Our Creative Corner - Over The Edge (have an element not restricted to the boundaries of your edges)

I hope you'll check out the Drunken Stampers blog to see what my friends have created for you today. They're all pretty fabulous.

Hugs!

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #49

2012-02-15T07:30:00.031-06:00

Hi again!
This is my second post for the day. For my Creative Belli challenge post, please scroll down.

I'm excited to announce that the next sketch at Cardibilities has been posted, and it's fabulous! I'm sure by now you've come to realize how awesome I think Karan's sketches are. lol For all of the details, click HERE.

I decided to go with a round card today. It's been a while since I've made a shaped card, and this sketch was great for interpretation. I'm loving the Nestabilities and the yellow rose I've had in my stash. Of course, the embossing adds another layer of texture, and the colors are fabulous together. I love this card!

I've also combined the following challenges into my card.

PDCC #118 - Color Combo (blue & yellow)
Crafty Purple Frog Challenge - Flower Power
Craft Us Crazy #20 - Anything Goes
Phindy's Friday Challenge #92 - Round & Round
The Stamp Man Challenge - Texture
Sweet Stampin' Challenge - CAS

I do hope you'll head over to the Cardabilities blog to see the other gorgeous cards that have been posted. They're amazing, as usual.

Stay crafty my friends!

Belli Challenge #137

2012-02-15T03:00:00.002-06:00

Hi there!

Thanks for stopping by again. I'm excited to bring you my next Creative Belli challenge card, which is a recipe challenge. The ingredients are 1 ribbon, 2 designer papers, 3 colors and 4 gems or pearls. For all of the details, click HERE.

So, there's no embossing, no Nestabilities, not very many layers. My goal was to step outside my box and do another CAS card. I'm pretty sure this is one of the most simple, yet very pretty, cards I've made in a while. I broke out the new Janome Sew Mini I got for Christmas and finally added some stitching. I'm definitely going to have to practice stitching in straight lines more though. Until then, I'm going to say that my stitching is "whimsy". lol I've hade these papers in my stash for a few months, and I've never ever used them. I've also had the pearls and the ribbon for while as well. I'm slowly building up my stash again. Thank goodness! :)

I've also combined the following challenges in my card.

Sketchbook Saturday #49 - Sketch (my VERY loose interpretation)
Card Caravan #12 - Ribbon
Craft Your Days Away #38 - Get Stitchy With It
Sweet Stampin - CAS

I hope you'll head over to see what the other lovely ladies have created today. They're pretty fantastic, as usual.

Back soon with another crafty project.
Hugs!

Use It Tuesday Birthday Blog Hop!

2012-02-14T00:30:00.001-06:00

Greetings!!

We have a little excitement this week at Use It Tuesday…you know why? It is our 1 year Blogiversary and we are celebrating with a blog hop and presents! (And cake with ice cream, too…please excuse the frosting on our keyboards…)

I am stop #8 on the hop. You should have arrived here from Sonya's blog. Be sure to stop by the entire design team’s blogs as well as the Use It Tuesday blog because we have hidden prizes all along the way!

Now, being we are the blog that encourages you to use your stash, we don’t usually do ‘prizes’ per say, but hey, this is a PARTY after all! And what is a party without presents?! (…and the aforementioned cake and ice cream!)

So, how can you win?

Hidden along our hop are prizes on each of our design team member’s blogs! Leave each of us a comment and you will have an opportunity to win. Easy as that!
Play with us! Link your creation to our challenge post using Inlinkz; one lucky participant will win a GRAND PRIZE package donated by our fabulous sponsors!
You MUST be a follower of the Use It Tuesday blog to win!

As always, our winner will chosen by the Inlinkz Froggy. In order to win, you MUST mention that you are playing with us at Use It Tuesday, make a project that meets our guidelines, AND tell us what hoarded supplies you used! And…of course, the grand prize winner will be asked to guest design for us in an upcoming challenge!

Now, on to the challenge! This week is all about our 1 year blogiversary; we want to see a project that has to do with BIRTHDAYS! Simply link your creation to our challenge post using Inlinkz by Friday, Februrary 24th.

For my project, I am lucky enough to be sponsored by Bugaboo Stamps. If you're not familiar with Bugaboo Stamps, you must check them out! They're fabulous and have some of the most hilarious and adorable digi stamps available. I can't tell you how awesome they are with customer service either. Wonderful company!

For my project, I used the Make It Snappy - Happy Birthday digi. It's such an adorable image, and fit right in with our theme today. For my card this week I dug out some stuff I hadn't used in a while. The white seam binding I've had for at least a year, the sentiment tag has been in my stash for at least five years, and the pink background paper I have had for almost two years. Talk about hoarding, huh?

You have the chance to win the cute digi I used, from Bugaboo Stamps, by leaving me a comment with your contact information by February 24th. A winner will be randomly chosen, so good luck!

We want to thank our other FABULOUS sponsors, too! You can see their products along our hop so get hopping! The next stop is at Sami's blog. Hope you play along! And eat some cake! It is calorie free today.

Happy blog hopping!

Drunken Stampers Challenge #83

2012-02-11T04:30:00.043-06:00

Hi ya'll!

It's Saturday, and I have another Drunken Stampers project to share with you! The challenge is: Texture. I don't know about you, but I have NO problem with that. For all of the details, click HERE.

I decided that I needed one more Valentine for this year and then I'm done. lol I love the bold look of the red against the white. I hope the recipient of this card likes it. I made it just for her. :)

I've also combined the following challenges in my card.

Weekly Bloggers Challenge - In Bloom
Belli Challenge #136 - Valentine/Hearts (you have until the 14th to join us!)
Pals Paper Arts #128 - Any Reds
Delightful Challenges - Love
Fall To Sketch #177 - Sketch (my loose interpretation of it)
Fabulous Friday - Love
Card Crafters Circle #9 - Valentine's
Card Makin Mama's #38 - Valentine's
Crafty Catz #119 - Valentine's
Mami Doodles - Pink, Red & White

Stay crafty my friends!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #10

2012-02-05T02:15:00.017-06:00

Hiya!

It's crazy around here today, so this is going to be short and sweet. I'm going to meet a friend for lunch, and I'm trying to get ready for Super Bowl. I have to bake something for the gathering I was invited to, but I may not make it, if I don't get it in gear. I've updated my blog a bit. I couldn't pass up using this template, it's called "Stephanie". Perfect! :)

I have my next Christmas Card challenge card for you. This weeks challenge is to create your own background, of any kind. For all of the details, click HERE.

I wanted to really showcase the background I wanted to make, so I kept this very CAS. It's lovely, isn't it? Blue is my favorite color, so it's no wonder I reach for it often. Thank goodness blue and white is a great winter color combo too. I think this is the first card I've made in a long time that didn't have a Nestie or embossing on it. I guess it didn't kill me not to use them either. lol I've also combined the following challenges in my card.

Crafty Contagion - Winter/Snow

Card Patterns #151 - Sketch (my loose interpretation)

Jellypark Challenges - Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland - Blue & White Color Combo

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC to see what my friends have made today. They're adorable, as usual!

Stay crafty my friends!

FYI Challenge #23

2012-02-02T01:15:00.006-06:00

Greetings my friends!

I hope you've had a good week, and are planning on having an even better weekend. Mine hasn't been too shabby, and tonight I've got something exciting planned. I hope everything goes well. :)

I have our newest FYI challenge project for you today. It's a bit out of my norm, but I like it. We also have a great new sponsor, KennyK. Here is a bit about them.

Digi and rubber stamps from KennyK are a fun and edgy way to add the perfect dose of attitude and style to all of your creations!

The creator, the artist, the man: KennyK is a NYC-born professional illustrator who has brought his funky-but-slick, urban-influenced look to the cardmaking and papercrafts world. His signature style can be seen throughout his various collections of sexy pinup babes, sweet 'n sassy girls, cool rockin' dudes, kid’s stuff, retro characters and more at: KennyKDownloads.com.

Kenny & Elena were gracious enough to allow us to use some of their digi's for our projects. I do hope you'll head over and check them out. Here is the inspiration photo. For more details, click HERE.

Believe it or not, this is a church, somewhere overseas. The reason I chose this photo is because of the architecture, and because it's a really cool looking church. Here is what I came up with, based on the photo.

As mentioned, I don't normally do "cutesy", but this image had me swimming (haha, another pun) with ideas. I'm glad I was able to get them onto my card. It mostly turned out how I pictured it. I love the little fish. He's just the cutest! I am going to give this to my friends son. He's kind of having a rough time at school right now, so I hope this cheers him up.

My Lovely Lotuses have created some fantastic projects for you today. Of course, they're always fantastic, in my opinion. You should head over to see which digi's they used, and what they came up with.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Belli Challenge #136

2012-02-01T03:00:00.003-06:00

Hello!

Welcome to the next challenge at the Creative Belli blog! This challenge is to include hearts on your card, or you can create a Valentine. For all of the details, click HERE.

I'm really enjoying the way this card looks. The lace gives it just the right touch and the black knot ties everything together (pun intended, lol), in my opinion. I've had these papers in my stash for at least a year, and the heart nesties are some I bought over two years ago, but don't get used that often. I've also had the background stamp I used under the sentiment since I first started stamping. Talk about dusting off some old stuff. lol I will be sending this card to a special someone. Hope she likes it. I've included the following challenge in my card as well.

Deconstructed Sketch #36 - Sketch

Flutterby Wednesday #187 - Embossing & Must include butterfly, angel or fairy

Crafty Catz #117 - Things with Wings

I do hope you'll pop over to the Belli challenge blog to see what everyone has created for you. They're beautiful, as always.

Happy Scrapping!

Hugs,

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #48

2012-01-30T07:30:00.009-06:00

Hi everyone!

It's Monday, and the start of another crazy week for me. Fortunately, I'm taking tomorrow off to get some stuff done, and in doing so, it will break up the week for me. I SO wish I could take more time off during the week. It would be awesome! Anyway, I know you're here for the crafty stuff, so I'll get right to it.

Sketch #48 at Cardabilities is up and ready for you to feast your eyes on. I'll tell you now, it's a beauty! For all of the details, and to see the sketch, click HERE.

Aside from my Christmas cards every week, I seldom make cards with anyone specific in mind anymore. I try to make cards to keep in my stash for future use these days. This card was made with a purpose, though, and for a cause that is near and dear to my heart. One of my co-workers just returned to work after winning her battle with breast cancer. She's absolutely amazing, and I am honored to be in her presence everyday. I've had other friends lose this battle, and it's heartbreaking to see such beautiful people taken away, at such young ages. I'm not usually an emotional kind of girl, but this card was very difficult for me to put together. I guess sometimes it just happens. I do hope she loves it as much as I do. I had an idea in my head, and this turned out better than expected.

Please head over to see what the other fabulous designers have put together for you today. They'll blow you away, no doubt!

Don't forget to tell the ones you love how you feel about them!

Much love,

Christmas Card Challenge Week #9 & Drunken Stampers #82

2012-01-29T02:15:00.008-06:00

Hi hi!

So, because I'm a slacker, and I completely spaced off my DT obligations this week due to work, I am combining two of my challenges into one. I apologize for the shortness of this post, but I have to go back to work this morning. Boo! :(

The challenges this week were to Use Your Favorite Technique at the CCC and Use New Crafty Supplies at DS. My favorite technique, which I'm sure by now you know, is embossing. Everything on my card is new, with the exception of the bakers twine, which I've had in my stash for a while. I'm diggin' how this card turned out. I've also combined the following challenges in my card.

Totally Papercrafts - Pearls & Lace

Fussy & Fancy #55 - Polka Dots

Stampin For The Weekend #2 - Embossing

Crazy 4 Challenges #121 - Layers

Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge #143 - Sketch (I turned it sideways)

I hope you'll check out both design team blogs to see what my friends have all created for you this weekend. All of them are super fab!

Hugs!

Use It Tuesday's Challenge #24

2012-01-24T00:00:00.018-06:00

Hi y'all!

How's your week going so far? Hopefully, things are going well, and you're not having too much issue. It's been a hectic week for me already, thanks to the end of month stuff, but I guess I can't complain. We'll be done by the end of today, and then things will go back to normal again.

I'm excited to bring you my next project for Use It Tuesday's. This challenge is All About Love. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I don't have a Valentine to give this to this year, but I love how it turned out. It is a bit busy for me, but I'm not going to cange it. I'm thinking I may send this to my mom or sister. I know either of them will love it. I dug out some old Hero Arts stamps, some old and forgotten patterned papers and a doily die I bought at least six months ago that has never been used. All in all, it came together nicely. I hope the recipient of this card likes it. I've also included the following challenges in my card.

Verve Sketch Challenge Week #3 - Sketch

Just Us Girls #120 - Red, Pink & White

Stamp, Scrap & Doodle - Have A Heart

Crafty Contagion - Love

Card Makin Mamas - Something Old

Raise The Bar #88 - "Ring" in the New Year (use circles)

Wags & Whiskers #71 - Valentine/Love

Creatalicious Challenge - Love

Last But Not Least Challenge - Something New (the bling from Zva is new, and so is the lattice die from PTI thanks to my FYI friend Sara)

I do hope you'll head over to see the other fantastic projects posted by the UIT Design Team. They're amazing!

Have a great week!

Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #8

2012-01-22T09:07:00.000-06:00

Yola!

So, in the craziness that is my life, again, I didn't get around to making my Christmas card for this week. :( This weeks challenge is Coloring.

You can use any medium you like. Of course, as always, all challenges are optional. As long as you create a new Christmas Holiday or Winter card, you're good. :)

For this weeks challenge, click HERE. I do hope you'll head over to see what everyone has created for you today. They're all pretty amazing with their colored images.

Have a great day!

Hugs!

Day 21

2012-01-21T19:33:00.000-06:00

Short and sweet tonight.

Day 21

My new, favorite, Saturday evening hang out. This place means more to me than any other right now.

Have a good evening!
Hugs!

Day 19 & 20

2012-01-20T21:12:00.000-06:00

Hello my friends!

Wow, how quickly time goes by when you're working a lot. lol I didn't even realize, until I sat down to write this post, that it has been 6 days since I last uploaded my daily photo. I have two to share today and am hoping to get back on track and post daily again.

Day 19

I've been upgraded at work, so I had to re-decorate my new office. I'm thinking I will frame a few of my favorite cards, that have been sent to me over the years, and hang them. Loving the new stuff so far though.

Day 20

Hello beautiful! As I returned from lunch today, this is what I saw sitting in our parking lot. When I asked the receptionist who had delivered my late birthday present, she just laughed, and told me to keep dreaming. Isn't it gorgeous? I wish I made the kind of money that the owner of this beauty does. *sigh*

Have a wonderful weekend!

Belli Challenge #135

2012-01-18T03:00:00.003-06:00

Hola!

How is your week going? It's humpday, so we've only got two more days until the weekend. Yay! Today I have my next project for the Creative Belli challenge to share with you. This challenge is: Frames. You can alter a frame, or frame something on a layout or card, or use a frame in anything you want to create. The idea is to create something using your neglected, hoarded or unused stash. You can find all of the details for this challenge HERE.

For my project this week, I decided to alter a frame. I seldom do anything but cards these days, so it was a nice change to create this. I used an old book page as my background paper, then stamped my flourishes randomly around the edges. I added my lace, ribbon bow, and flowers and was done. I had hoped to do this as a gift for my sister, before Christmas, but didn't get around to it. I know she'll love it. The ribbon, lace and stamps have been in my stash for a couple years, so I was happy to break them out and use them.

If you haven't seen what the other ladies have created at the Belli blog, you should go check them out. They're gorgeous!

Back soon with another something crafty!

Hugs!

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #47

2012-01-15T07:30:00.004-06:00

Hello!

This is my second post of the day. For my CCC post, please scroll down.

I'm super excited to bring you my first card for Cardabilities. The sketches Karan has created for us over the next three months are absolutely gorgeous. To see the sketch we used for this challenge, click HERE. It's beautiful, and leaves tons of room for interpretation. Here is what I came up with.

Of course, now that Spring is on its way, I had to start using my butterflies again. Don't be surprised if most of my cards over the next couple months all have butterflies on them. lol I left my card without a sentiment so that I could use it as a "last minute" type card for someone. I've got plenty of other cards in my stash now, so I figured one without a sentiment wouldn't hurt. lol

My fellow Cardabilities designers are absolutely amazing! I'm so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful group of women. You must check out their cards, posted on the blog today.

Back soon with another crafty project for ya!
Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #7

2012-01-15T02:15:00.022-06:00

Greetings!

I'm happy to bring you my next Christmas Card challenge card. This is going to be short and sweet, as I have another post scheduled later today, and I've got tons to do today. The challenge this week is flourishes. You can find all of the details for this challenge HERE.

Here is my card for this week.

This is my interpretation of this months SFYTT. I've decided to try to play along with Jen's sketches more faithfully this year. Hopefully, it works out. I'm really loving these papers. They're so...Christmas! lol I've combined the following challenges in my card as well.

Crafty Catz #115 - Something New (my bling is new, I stocked up recently lol)
Delicious Doodles #10 - All Things New (see above)
Aud Sentiments #45 - Must use sentiment & Scraps (most of the papers on my card are scraps)
Colour Create #87 - Red, Cream & Sage Green (hopefully, my colors are close enough)
Digi Doodle Shop #90 - Embossing

Hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what my fellow designers have created for you today. They're really doing a fabulous job with the challenges each week. :)

Back in a bit with another card!
Hugs!

Drunken Stampers #81

2012-01-14T02:00:00.001-06:00

Hi everyone!

It's Saturday, yay!! I can't even tell you how excited I am that I got to sleep in a bit today. lol I know, I'm so easily amused. Anyway, hopefully, you're having a good weekend so far. :)

It's time for our first Drunken Stampers challenge of the year. This challenge is Love. Aww, how sweet! For all of the details on this challenge, click HERE.

I was happy to get a break from the Christmas/Winter/Holiday cards that I had been creating lately. Valentine's Day is just around the corner now, so I guess it's good to get a head start on my lovey dovey type cards. I used THIS sketch, and love how it turned out.

My fellow designers have created some amazing projects for you today. Why not head over and check them out?

Back soon with another crafty something!
Hugs!

Day 13

2012-01-13T21:29:00.000-06:00

Hiya!

It's Friday the 13th! And, in true form for me, if anything could have gone wrong, it did. Fortunately, I have some awesome co-workers, who help make the environment a lot of fun, even in stressful situations.

Day 13

This is one of my favorite people. She's been my friend, not just a co-worker, for the last 7 or so years. You wouldn't guess by the smiles on our faces, that we had a major emergency going on, would ya? lol

Hope you had a good week!

Day 12

2012-01-12T07:48:00.001-06:00

Greetings!

I saw this on my co-workers desk this morning, and had to use it for my photo today.

Day 12

So true!

Have a great day!

Day 11

2012-01-11T19:35:00.002-06:00

Hi everyone!

I won't take up too much time talking tonight. I just want you to enjoy my photo for today.

Day 11

This was the view on my drive home this afternoon. Thank the Lord for such beautiful sights! (And yes, I sure did take it while driving, but I couldn't help myself.)

Hugs!

Day 9 & 10

2012-01-10T18:47:00.000-06:00

Hi ya'll!

Please scroll down for my UIT challenge post. I'll make this short and sweet today.

Day 9

This is what three days worth of shipping looks like, when I'm not allowed to ship for over a week due to inventory. Yep, each one of those stapled packets is one shipment. No wonder I work 16 hour days!!

Day 10

I've tried to cut back on drinking Dr. Pepper, which is my favorite. After a long week last week, and a case of the "Tuesdays" (almost as bad as Mondays sometimes), I couldn't help myself. Ahh...

Have a great evening!

Use It Tuesday's Challenge #23

2012-01-10T00:00:00.001-06:00

Yola!!

How is your week coming along? Hopefully, you've started the year off peacefully and things aren't too crazy. As I'm sure you've come to learn by now, I'm crazy busy with work, go figure. lol Fortunately, I get to come home and create stuff every night, which helps keep my stress level down.

I'm excited as today is my first posting for Use It Tuesday's. This challenge is all about winter. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I wanted something simple, and clean for my card. I was slightly burned out from all of the Christmas/Winter cards I'd made over the last few weeks, but when I saw THIS sketch, things just fell into place. I used up some older ribbon I had been hoarding, along with an older stamp/die combo from Verve that had never seen ink. The patterned paper I used is also from a while back. My goal is to create a card for each one of these challenges, using ONLY hoarded or neglected scrap supplies I've had for a while. Wish me luck! lol

I hope you'll head over and see what everyone else has created today. I must say, I was totally blown away by the creativity and talent of this group. Very diverse as well.

I'll be back soon with another crafty project.
Hugs!

Day 8

2012-01-08T17:30:00.000-06:00

Hi ya'll!

This is my second post of the day. For my CCC post, please scroll down.

Day 8

This is one of my favorite meals ever! I love my guacamole with some of the tostadas that my company makes. Not very calorie friendly, but oh so good. I'll follow up with a piece of fruit for dessert, instead of a slice of cheesecake. lol

Have a good evening!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #6

2012-01-08T02:15:00.002-06:00

Greetings!

How are ya'll? I hope everyone has had a good weekend, getting crafty, hopefully. I have my next Christmas card challenge card for you, which is to use lace. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is my card.

I'm digging the traditional colors provided by the papers I chose. I think that the lace adds an elegant touch, and the felt snowflake is adorable.

This is a short post for me today as I have things I need to get done, thanks to procrastinating. lol I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what everyone else has created for you today. :)

Hugs!

Day 7

2012-01-07T15:30:00.000-06:00

Happy Saturday!

Here's my photo for today.

Day 7

This sweet girl lays on the rug in my room, every Saturday morning, while I'm crafting. Isn't she just adorable?! She has the most awesome, sweet, loving personality I've ever seen in a dog, and I {heart} her. That's my Jersey girl! (even though she's not really mine, lol)

Hugs!

More exciting news!

2012-01-06T11:00:00.003-06:00

I mentioned being pretty busy this year, craft wise. Well, now I get to share more exciting news on that topic.

I've also been invited to be on the DT at Use It Tuesdays! I'm super excited to be on another DT that challenges me to use my neglected, hoarded, or new stash frequently. Our challenges are bi-weekly on Tuesdays. There are some amazing women on this team as well, and I'm honored to be able to work with them also.

My blog should be fairly busy for the next few months with all of my design team postings. lol I hope you'll come along with me for the ride. :)

Hugs!

Day 6

2012-01-06T08:17:00.000-06:00

Howdy!

Here's my photo for today.

Day 6

I overslept this morning. Didn't even hear my alarm, at all. Of course, this caused me to leave my house later than usual, and then I had the pleasure of sitting in DFW traffic for over an hour. Needless to say, I was late for work. lol Thank goodness it's Friday!

Hugs!

Day 4 & 5

2012-01-05T20:40:00.000-06:00

Hello friends,

This is my second post of the day. Please scroll down for my FYI challenge post.

I've gotten a day behind on my daily photos, so I've got two for you again, today.

Day 4

After the auditors came and inspected things, there were some discrepancies with our inventory. This is how I spent my day yesterday, recounting. Doesn't my co-worker look like he's having a blast? Isn't my harness stylish?!

Day 5

I'm surrounded by color, yet after working 16 hours a day for the last few days, this is how my creative mojo feels. I'll be glad to get back to a normal routine once our end of year stuff is over.

Hugs!

FYI Challenge #21

2012-01-05T01:15:00.008-06:00

Greetings my friends!

How are ya'll? Have you gotten the chance to play with some of your new goodies yet? Slowly, I'm getting around to using some of my new crafty supplies, so I'm a happy girl. :)

I'm excited to bring you the next challenge at For Your Inspiration! Since it's the first challenge of the month, this challenge is also sponsored. We're blessed to be sponsored by the wonderful Wax Fruit Company! If you haven't checked out this cute digi company, you must do so! They have some beautiful images and papers.

All about me & the Wax Fruit Company...

I'm Arielle, I work full time and design in the wee hours of the morning. I was born in southeast Alabama, moved away to New Orleans a couple years & northern California for 5 & came back 'home' to settle down. I'm married to Jeff, truly the love of my life & we have 2 children - Alex (3.5 yrs) and Maisie Grace (2 yr). Life is so much more interesting and amazing through the eyes of your children!

I love to stamp & paper craft, and began digital scrapping this past year. But before that I was an artist (printmaking/painting/drawing) for fun and digital graphic designer by trade. Now I doodle around and make some digital stamps and sentiments here & there. I've been on a break the last couple months from image designing, but am looking forward to starting the new year with some brand new images!

And, here is the inspiration photo we were to work with. For all of the details, click HERE.

I really liked the arches in this photo. The window in the back, letting the light shine in on everything, is also beautiful. It looks like everything is glowing in that area. The old architecture of the balcony and archways are just stunning. What a fabulous photo!

Here is what I came up with.

Arielle was super generous in allowing us girls to use some of her images for this challenge. I chose Gammaw's Ornaments. I printed them onto a couple different patterned papers and then pieced them together. I added a bit of silver and a pearl, and was done. I really like how this turned out. I may just have to paper piece more often. lol

I do hope you'll head over to the FYI blog to see what amazing projects have been posted. They're more than fantastic!

Back soon with another crafty project!
Hugs!

Belli Challenge #134

2012-01-04T03:00:00.015-06:00

Hi ya'll!

I'm SO super excited! I get to share my first project as a Belli Girl with you today!

This weeks challenge is: Snowflakes. I have to admit, I was a bit burned out on all of the Christmas stuff, but I went "shopping" in my stash, and came across my Tim Holtz snowflake die and the creative mojo started flowing. Here is what I came up with.

I LOVE this card! I distressed the main panel with Barn Door and Fired Brick distress ink, then I stamped the flourish with water, and the script in brown ink. I embossed my sentiment in white, so that it would "pop" against the red and it looks pretty darn good. I added my snowflake border, some lace, twine and a bow with a pearl, and was finished. Everything except for the stamps I used are hoarded supplies. The lace, twine and die have been in my possession for over a year. Now I can add this to my stash of Christmas cards for this year, and feel great about using up some of my stuff. Yay! I've also combined the folloiwng challenges in my card.

Speedy The Cat's Friend's Challenge #88 - Snowflakes
Crimbo Crackers #5 - Snowflakes

I do hope you'll head over to the Belli blog to see what wonderful projects my new friends have made for you. They're all pretty fantastic!

I'll be back soon with another something crafty!
Hugs!

Day 3

2012-01-03T16:55:00.000-06:00

Hey ya'll!

I hope you've had a good start to your week, and things aren't too crazy. Here is my photo for Twenty-Twelve in Photos.

Day 3

My promotion at work kicked into effect today, and even though I may not enjoy more responsibility, I am enjoying a few of the perks. Like taking extra time at lunch to stop and get some Marble Slab goodness, before heading back to my office. :)

Have a great day!

Twenty-Twelve in Photos

2012-01-02T17:52:00.000-06:00

Hi everyone!

I came across a new blog that Lori Boyd has put together called, Twenty-Twelve in Photos. It's kind of like the other blog where you take a picture everyday and post it throughout the year. I never really got into that, but I think I'm going to join in on this adventure. I've definitely got lots going on this year, so why not. I will be posting two photos today, as I didn't come across this until just a few minutes ago.

Day 1

I spent the first day of the year getting crafty with my scrapbooking girls. We were cropping from 10am to 10pm and I have to say it was just what I needed. I {heart} my girls!!

Day2

Mmm, enjoyed lunch with a friend, at one of my favorite hole in the wall taco places. Best. Tacos. EVER!!

I'll be back tomorrow with the next photo.
Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #5

2012-01-01T02:15:00.002-06:00

Happy New Year My Friends!!

Did any of you stay up late and party with family and friends? I was fortunate enough to get to spend the evening with someone special (but not in "that" way) and his family. He's one of my best friends, and his family is absolutely hilarious. I couldn't have asked for a better time. Hopefully, everyone is safe and had a blast last night, and aren't too hungover today. lol

It's time for another Christmas Card challenge, which is to create a Christmas thank you card. I know there are always people I want to send thank you's to for the gifts I've received, so this is a wonderful idea, in my opinion. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is my card.

Totally loving my card today. I think these greens and blues go together VERY well and the striped cardstock adds such an elegant touch. I've got lots of new goodies on my card today. Christmas (my family to be exact) was very good to me this year. :)

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see everyone's thank you's. As always, they're pretty fantastic.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

So...

2011-12-28T07:00:00.004-06:00

...2012 is going to start out very busy for me, craft wise. Why, you ask? Because of this!

I have been invited to be a Bellie Girl! I'm super excited that I will be on a DT that forces us to use our old, hoarded and neglected stash. I'm joining an amazing group of ladies, and I couldn't be more honored to be on the team. Our challenges post every other Wednesday, so I hope you'll join me and use up some of that stuff you just had to have that hasn't ever been used. I'll be back on the 4th of January with my first project as a Belli Girl. :)

Have a great day!
Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #4

2011-12-25T02:15:00.003-06:00

Merry Christmas!!

I hope that you and your famlies have had a wonderful holiday, and that you're enjoying the company of your loved ones and friends. I'm currently in Austin with my mom, sister and brother in law. I'm super excited about that!

I have another Christmas card for you. This week, we have a wonderful sketch created by Peggy Toole. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is my card.

I wanted to keep my card simple, like the sketch. I found this awesome Prima lace with bling and pearls, and had to have it. I'm not a huge pink fan, but I think it's gorgeous for this card. Very clean and simple.

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what everyone has created today. Maybe in the next few days, you'll get some time to start on your cards for next year? Either way, I do hope you have a wonderful holiday. :)

Hugs!

Happy Birthday

2011-12-20T06:00:00.006-06:00

Hi ya'll!

Seeing as how my Christmas cards were mailed out earlier this month, I can start to focus on a few other cards that I need for work, and family. My co-workers birthday was on Monday, and this is the card I made for her.

I love how this turned out! I've used a lot of my favorite techniques in this card. I'm happy to report that she loved it, even more than I do. lol I've combined the following challenges into my card.

Paper Sundaes #100 - Celebrate

Corrosive Challenge #139 - Anything But Christmas

Sparkles Forum - Anything but a Christmas Card

The Crafty Pad #152 - Anything but Christmas

I don't really have much else going on this week. Just work, work, and more work. I hope to be able to create another something crafty this week, before I head to Austin for the weekend. I'm really excited. My mom is coming to spend Christmas with us at my sisters. It's been over a year since I last saw her. I'm SO happy!

Have a great day!

Hugs!

Addiction

2011-12-19T06:00:00.016-06:00

noun:

the state of being enslaved to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming.

I am posting today with a plea for help. I do not know where to start, except to say: "Hello, my name is Stephanie, and I'm addicted." Maybe someone can knock some sense into me before I'm too far gone. lol

Addicted to what, you ask? Well, I'm totally addicted to these babies!

*sigh* Yes, I have a bad addiction to Nestabilities. I got an amazing Christmas bonus at work this year and guess what I bought? 40 (yes, i said 40) new sets of Nestabilities. The ones in the photo above aren't hung on my rail on the wall yet because I'm not sure how to hang all of them, but the rest have all been put away nicely. Here is what they look like, all together.

You might be asking why I think I'm addicted. And although the photos don't really do them justice, I counted them all, and I own 94 sets of Nestabilities. If you do the math, well...let's just say I could have put a down payment on a new car, or even bought a cheap cash car with the amount I've spent. lol I'm feeling rather ashamed at the massive amount of these dies I have purchased, but I can't seem to stop buying them. I almost feel as if I need to hide in the closet with my laptop every payday, so no one will catch me buying any more. hahaha!

Anyway, it's a good thing I will be busy starting in January, as I must start using all of these pretties so I don't feel like I've wasted all that money. Anyone else have an addiction to something like this? Anyone ever have a crafty intervention to your addiction and live? lol

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #3

2011-12-18T02:15:00.041-06:00

Hi ya'll!

It's time for another Christmas Card Challenge! It seems kinda funny to be creating Christmas cards for 2012 already, but I can't tell you how easy it is come next fall to have all of my cards done and ready to send. It was a piece of cake this year! Anyway, onto this weeks challenge, which is to use non-traditional Christmas colors. Right up my alley! For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Of course, if you know me, you know how I love the non-traditional colors for my Christmas cards. Here is what I came up with.

I used THIS sketch for my card and love how it turned out. Now, I know what you're thinking. My card looks completely different than normal. Hopefully, you'll find it more appealing, like I do. Unfortunately, the weather hasn't been cooperating lately, and I've been working so much that it's dark when I go in, and dark when I leave my office. This has been a big problem for a while now, and I finally decided to just make a generic light box to photograph my cards in. I bought some white foam board, and put a box together, leaving the top open for my lighting. Once I got my photos taken, and edited, I wound up with this one. I think it turned out pretty darn good for my first attempt. The colors are as true as they are in real life, and I'm totally stoked that the main focus is my card, and not the background. I've been photographing my projects outside for so long that I find this simple photo to be kind of cool. Now that I've got a light box, I won't need to worry about trying to rush and finish my projects so that I can get my photos in the natural lighting. Yay! lol I've combined the following challenges in my card as well.

Annabelle Stamps Challenge - Say it with Christmas Cards
Card Makin' Mamas Challenge #35 - Christmas
Delicious Doodles Challenge #8 - Xtravagant Xmas
Frosted Designs Fabulous Friday Challenge 11/16 - Ribbon
Fairy Fun Friday #68 - Holly Jolly Christmas (No red or green)
Inkspirations #100 - Christmas Creations (anything goes)
Raise The Bar #86 - Christmas
Stampin For The Weekend #22 - Christmas
CHNC #51 - Anything Goes
Speedy The Cat's Friends Challenge #86 - Christmas Card
One Stop Craft Challenge Week #162 - Christmas Sparkle (I have snowflakes on my background paper and pearls, hope that works)

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what my friends have put together for you today. It's week three, and it is already turning out to be a wonderful start to the new term. You'll see what I mean once you visit today. :)

Stay crafty my friends!

Yay!

2011-12-17T10:02:00.000-06:00

I was excited to learn that I had made the Top 3 at Stamptacular Sunday. THIS is the card that was chosen.

Thanks to them for selecting my card!

FYI Challenge #20

2011-12-15T20:45:00.000-06:00

Hello everyone!

I apologize that I am so late in posting this, but it's been crazy, and I totally spaced it off. I know, bad Steph! lol

Here is this weeks inspiration photo for Challenge #20 at FYI.

I love this photo! It's hard not to believe He exists with breathtaking sights such as this. I apologize I don't have a card to share today. I will get something posted soon though.

I do hope you'll head over to the FYI blog to see what my Lovely Lotuses have created for you today. It's the last challenge of 2011. We will be returning on the 5th of January, which means you have three weeks to play along this time. We do hope you'll get the chance to join us.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

So Excited, I Might Hyperventilate! lol

2011-12-12T16:41:00.002-06:00

I'm super excited, and still in shock. Finally, I can share some exciting news with all of you! I was invited to be a part of this...

...and I couldn't be any happier. I'm feeling very blessed at this wonderful opportunity. You must check out the list of amazingly talented ladies I'll be joining for at least three months, beginning in January. You can see all of them HERE. In case you're unfamiliar with Cardabilities, it's a bi-monthly sketch blog. The sketches are posted on the 15th and 30th of each month. I do hope you'll be able to join me on this new adventure. I'm really, really exited! :)

Off to find a paper bag...
Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #2

2011-12-11T02:15:00.001-06:00

Yola!!

Here we are at week #2 for the next year of Christmas Card challenges. Have you gotten most of your cards for 2011 done yet? I have to say, I'm so thankful to be a part of this amazing team, and I'm so relaxed now that my cards have been mailed out already. *happy sigh*

This week we were to incorporate doodling into our Christmas cards. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is what I came up with.

I did something a bit different this week. I am usually running around trying to find gift tags for my gifts, last minute. I've decided that I am going to make a few gift tags here and there this year as well. Then, all I have to do is add them to my gifts, and I'm not so crazed at the end of the year. :)

The new design team are rockin these challenges ya'll! I do hope you'll head over to see what they've done this week. Super fab!

Have a great week!
Hugs!

Drunken Stampers #80

2011-12-10T02:00:00.011-06:00

Hi ya'll!

Welcome to the next Drunken Stampers challenge! This is the last challenge of the year so you've got plenty of time to play along. We'll return after the holidays with more fun challenges.

So, this challenge is: Glittery Holiday. I'm not sure if Peg knew this when she chose this challenge, but I'm phobic to glitter. Well, loose glitter anyway. I don't know what it is about it, but I don't own ANY. lol Thank goodness for Stickles! Anyway, for this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I do hope that I was able to pull it off enough to everyone's liking. I added some bling, and some Stickles to the snowflake. It's definitely glittery. I'm quite pleased with how this turned out. The color combo is yummy and the embossing adds just the right touch for me. Since I work late during the week, I've lost the ability to take my photos in my regular spot outside. I'm having to now get my photos at work, wherever I can find a spot. I'm hoping to find a new "home" for my picture taking soon. I've combined the following challenges into my card as well.

Sweet Sunday Sketch #146 - Sketch

Paper Sundaes #98 - Recipe: Red, Stripes, Die Cuts, Stitching. (I used die cuts and stripes)

Pile It On #49 - Bling It Up

Stamptacular Sunday #141 - Christmas Color Combo (Baja Breeze, Black/Chocolate, Sahara Sand)

Card Caravan #7 - Make It Sparkle

I do hope you'll head over to the Drunken Stampers blog to see what everyone has created today. They're wonderful!

Have a great day!

Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #1

2011-12-04T02:15:00.000-06:00

Hi y'all!

It's an exciting day today! We are starting our new year at the Christmas Card challenge blog. We've got some great new challenges, an amazing and talented new design team, and some cute stamps up for grabs each month. I am totally blessed to be a part of such a wonderful team. Sparkle has been the best, and the ladies on the team are always a joy to work with. Not to mention, I'm completely ecstatic at the end of the year when all I have to do is send out my cards. Huge bonus! lol I do hope that we can inspire you to join us each week and help build up your stash of cards throughout the year.

So, onto our first challenge, which is to create a One Layered Christmas card. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is the card I made for this week.

I wanted to go with a "less is more" kind of thing. This is as one layered as I get. lol I kept it simple, and without a sentiment for now. I couldn't decide on what I wanted to say, so I figured I'd leave it alone, until I knew what I wanted to do. I love the simplicity of this card. The traditional Christmas colors are beautiful together, and the debossing adds just the right touch, for me. I think I might make a few of these, in different colors maybe, and take them to work. I've combined the following challenges into my card as well:

Colour Create #85 - Red, White & Green

Pals Paper Arts #122 - Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke & Very Vanilla

Delightful Challenges 11/30 - Let It Snow

Raise The Bar #86 - It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

As always, the cards posted on the CCC blog are fabulous. I hope we can tempt a few of you to play along with us each week. Either way, I would recommend at least checking them out. :)

Stay crafty my friends!
Hugs!

What's in it?
Paper: SU! Whisper White & Riding Hood Red cardstock
Stamps: The Girls Paperie Tinsel & Twig
Ink: Black Staz On
Accessories: Cuttlebug, Winter Wonderland Embossing Folder, Maya Road Acrylic Snowflake, Artichoke Satin Ribbon

Wow...Very Cool!

2011-12-03T13:25:00.000-06:00

Hello friends!

I've been super busy, and hadn't realized that I was chosen for some cool honorable mentions for THIS card. Check them out, if you get the chance.

http://www.theshabbytearoom.blogspot.com/2011/11/week-89-colors-of-nature-winners.html

http://colourq.blogspot.com/2011/11/colourq-challenge-112-winner-crowned.html

http://scrap-creations1.blogspot.com/2011/11/going-grey-with-scrap-creations_28.html

http://tuesdaythrowdown.blogspot.com/2011/11/tuesday-throwdown-76.html

Thanks y'all!

FYI Challenge #19

2011-12-01T01:15:00.028-06:00

Hello everyone!

How's it going? Can you believe it's December 1st already?! Goodness gracious! No wonder I'm walking around feeling lost these days. It's because time is going by way too fast for me, and I can't seem to figure out where it goes. I guess that's just how it goes sometimes.

I'm excited! I have a new card for you today, for the next FYI challenge. This challenge we're being sponsored by the wonderful and adorable Sparkle Creations Rubber Stamps.

SCRS has some absolutely adorable images! If you haven't checked them out before, you must go see what I'm talking about. You can visit them HERE.

Now, onto the inspiration photo.

I love the deep, rich, vibrant colors in this photo. The contrast between the soft sky and water and the bridge and buildings is fabulous. I also love the reflection on the water from the lit buildings. I'm told, by my Lovely Lotus Michelle, that this is a photo of Brisbane. I might have to make a trip to see it myself sometime. It looks beautiful. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is the card I put together for this challenge.

I tried to get as close as I could to the colors in the photo, but in my picture, they don't look as similar. I think the sun washed the colors out a bit. Either way, I like my card. Again, when I'm struggling with what to do, my Distress Inks always save the day. I used THIS sketch, loosly, for the format of my card. Loving the look of the lace with the seam binding bow. I feel like I've added that type of layering to all of my cards as of late, but I can't get enough of it. lol Anyone else have a technique they use ALL the time, no matter what?

Anyway, the projects posted by my Lovely Lotuses are absolutely fantastic, as usual. I do hope you'll head over to check them out, and to see the new announcement posted.

Have a great day!

Hugs!

What's in it?
Paper: SU! Crumb Cake & Whisper White cardstock, Fancy Pants Oct 31st Patterned Paper, Little Yellow Bicycle Paper Doily
Stamps: SU! Bliss & Heart/Swirl Background, Verve Dream Big
Ink: Spun Sugar, Milled Lavender & Dusty Concord Distress Inks, SU! So Saffron Dye Ink, Memento Tuxedo Black Dye Ink
Accessories: Cuttlebug, Smooth Circles & Lacy Circles Nestabilities, Deep Purple Felt, Pretty In Pink Pearls, White Seam Binding, Ivory Lace

Peace, Joy and Love

2011-11-28T06:00:00.004-06:00

Hi everyone!

I do hope you had a wonderful holiday and weekend. It's back to work for me today, and I'm dreading it. I have been gone and can only imagine the piles of stuff that are waiting for me to tackle on my desk. lol

I got some extra time to create some more stuff, just for fun. If all goes well, I'll have something posted two or three times this week. Here is my first card.

I love the very non-traditional look these colors give to this Christmas card. If you know me, you know how I love the non-traditional colors for my cards at Christmas time. It was a bit challenging to get everything how I wanted it, but all in all, it turned out pretty well. I've got another card to add to my pile, and that's all that really matters. I've combined the following challenges for this card:

Unscripted Sketches #134 - Sketch
Crazy 4 Challenges #115 - Snow
OCCC 11/26 - O' Christmas Tree (include a Christmas tree of some sort)
Crafty Contaigon Challenge 11/26 - Leftovers (use your scraps, just about everything on my card is a scrap of some sort)
PDCC #108 - Maroon, Copper, Tumeric (I got as close as I could)
Paper Sundaes #97 - Winter Wonderland
Stamptacular Sunday Challenge #140 - Anything Christmas

I hope you have a good week. I'm off to get ready and make the dreaded drive to work on a Monday after a holiday. lol I'll be back soon with another something crafty.

Hugs!

Drunken Stampers #79 & Christmas Card Challenge Week #52

2011-11-27T02:15:00.012-06:00

Hello everyone!

I hope you and your families had a wonderful Thanksgiving. If any of you were brave (or crazy) enough to hit the Black Friday sales, I hope you got some great stuff. My sister wanted to go Black Friday shopping this year, but after thinking about it, we changed our minds. lol

I have one card for two of my design team challenges today. Fortunately for me, both of the DT's for this card were nice enough to let me combine challenges. For this weeks CCC, which is to use vellum, click HERE. For this weeks Drunken Stampers challenge, which is to create a monochromatic project, click HERE.

I'm so bummed, and feel a bit lame. In all of the hoards of crafty supplies I have, I couldn't find one piece of vellum to use. You'd think that I'd at least have a small scrap, but no. Not one piece. I guess I will have to see about investing in some vellum now. I really like how this turned out. I used like 5 different shades of blue, and some new (to me) seam binding. I also used some more new Verve goodies on this card too. I know just who will get this card, now that I think of it. Hopefully, they'll like it. Blue is their favorite color. I've combined the following callenges in my card today:

Sweet Stop #136 - Sketch

Hiding In My Craft Room #22 - Holiday (any holiday)

My Sheri Crafts 11/26 - Let's Decorate for Christmas

Sweet Stampin 11/26 - Punches and/or Dies

Addicted To Stamps #18 - Christmas Cards

Christmas Inspirations #37 - No Image Christmas Card

I do hope you'll head over to see what my friends at the CCC and Drunken Stampers blogs have created for you today. As always, I'm inspired by their projects.

Hope you have a great day!

Hugs!

2012 Christmas Card Challenge DT Announcement & Blog Hop

2011-11-26T02:15:00.003-06:00

Hi ya'll!

Thanks for stopping by! I'm SO excited today! Today we're announcing the new Design Team for the first 2012 term at the Christmas Card Challenge blog. I have been invited to stay on another term as the DT Coordinator, and I couldn't be more honored. It's been a fun journey with some of the most awesome women, and I couldn't leave them. lol We also have some AMAZING new designers, and I can't wait for you to see what they come up with each week. They will begin on the 4th of December.

Now, we're doing this DT announcement a bit different. We have never had a blog hop at the CCC, and decided that we're going to announce everyone via blog hop. Almost like a scavenger hunt to find out who the new designers are. Fun, huh? What does that mean exactly? Well, it starts at the CCC blog, and then you're directed to the next blog, which happens to be all of the new, and some returning, designers blogs. Along the way, you'll get to know each of the new designers, as they share a project and tell you a bit about themselves. We have a few returning designers, and six new designers, along with 6 new guest designers.

Don't forget to leave some blog love for each of them, as there will be one lucky winner of some cool Christmas goodies. I mean, what's a blog hop without some candy, right? :)

So, if you've arrived here at my blog from Sparkle's blog, you're on the right path. If not, you can start HERE, at the CCC blog. Please make sure to check back every Sunday, that's when the new challenges are posted. Now, it's time to head over to Alanna's blog.

Happy blog hopping my friends!
Hugs!

With Gratitude

2011-11-22T23:11:00.000-06:00

Greetings!

I hope you're having a good week. I'm currently on vacation at my sisters in Austin, and enjoying every minute of being a bum. :) By now, I'm sure you've come to read how close I am to my sister, so any chance I get to spend time with her (and my bil), is awesome. We will be cooking the full spread for Thanksgiving, and I can't wait to eat. lol I do hope you and your families have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

I created this card, just for fun. I love it when time allows me that option, it doesn't happen often.

These colors are gorgeous together, and I'm quite pleased with my outcome. I have to say, again, that every time I break out the distress inks, I'm always amazed at how beautiful they work together. I've got some more new Verve goodies on this card as well. I knew who I wanted to give this card to immediately. I hope she liked it. I've combined the following challenges into my card:

Mojo Monday #216 - Sketch
Shabby Tea Room #89 - Inspiration Photo (The Colors of Nature)
The Pink Elephant #126 - Give Thanks
Victorine Originals #21 - Thanks
Clear It Out Challenges - Orange & Brown (Must use old stash, I used some older ribbon and flowers)
ColorQ #112 - Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight & White (I got close!)
Going Grey With Scrap Creations - Thank You
The Stamping Boutique #20 - Thanksgiving
Tuesday Throwdown #75 - Lots of Circles
Use It Tuesday #20 - Giving Thanks (I used some older ribbon and flowers)

That's all for me. I'm off to go pick on my brother in law and joke with my sister. That's our favorite thing to do. :) Don't forget to check back on Saturday. I've got an exciting announcement, and there's a fun blog hop scheduled.
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #51

2011-11-20T02:15:00.002-06:00

Hola ya'll!

I hope you're having a good weekend. The weather here in DFW is strange for the end of November this year. I was hoping it would be cold by now, but alas, we're in the 80's this weekend. Bleh! It just doesn't feel like fall to me yet. Boo!

Anyway, enough rambling. Here is my card for this weeks CCC, which is a color combo of Black & White. Remember, the challenges are optional. Any Christmas/Winter/Holiday card will do. And, you don't have to use a SCRS stamp on your card, but we sure love it when you do! For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I got a really nice gift certificate to Verve Stamps for my birthday, so I ordered some new Christmas stamps to play with. I love their Christmas stamps! I wanted to keep it simple, and clean, and hoped it would have more of an elegant look. I think I accomplished my goal, and I love this card.

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what everyone else has created for you today. They're all so different, and lovely.

Hugs!

FYI Challenge #18

2011-11-17T01:15:00.001-06:00

Hi everyone!

So, in the craziness that is my life these days, I completely spaced it off and forgot to create something for FYI challenge #18. I will probably post something later, if time allows.

I may not have a project to share, but I didn't want you to miss out on seeing the inspiration photo. Check it out!

My gosh, it's absolutely breathtaking! The magnificent sunrise (or sunset), the texture and sharp edges of the rocks, the brilliant colors, how you can see for miles from this point, all amazing. After finding this photo, I have come to realize that maybe I need to prioritize some things in my life so that I can see these kinds of places with my own eyes. Life's short and I don't want to miss anything.

Please, please, please head over to the FYI blog to see what my Lovelies have created for you today. I must admit, they've outdone themselves. Absolutely stunning. Click HERE for this weeks challenge.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #50

2011-11-13T02:15:00.002-06:00

Greetings!

I'm totally in shock that we're at challenge 50 already. It doesn't even seem like it's been a whole year that we've been creating Christmas cards. Time has definitely passed me by this year, quickly.

Our challenge this week is Deck the Halls. You can use holly or wreaths or you can interpret it in however you like. All challenges are optional, as always, so any holiday card will do. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I started out with a completely different look, in my head. Unfortunately, this wasn't a card that turned out anything like I had hoped. lol I'm kinda digging it, but haven't really decided as to whether or not I'm going to leave it as is, or re-do it. I guess we'll see what happens. I used THIS sketch. I {heart} their sketches. :)

I do hope you'll head over to see what the other elves have made for you today. They're very cute!

Hugs!

Drunken Stampers Challenge #78

2011-11-12T07:56:00.000-06:00

Hey everyone!

I hope you're having a good weekend. I apologize for the delay on this but blogger didn't cooperate with me this morning, and my post didn't go live as scheduled.

I'm excited to bring you the next challenge over at Drunken Stampers, which is, Up In The Air. You can interpret this in any way you like. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I had hoped to use some kind of hot air balloon on my card, but alas, I don't have anything with hot air balloons. Boo! lol Instead, I took a different route and went masculine-ish, with this antique airplane. It paired really nicely with the sentiment I found in one of my other stamp sets. I used November's Sketch For You To Try and think it turned out pretty well.

I do hope you'll head over to the Drunken Stampers blog to check out what my friends have come up with for you today. They're adorable!

I'll be back soon with another something crafty.
Hugs!

Thankful for You

2011-11-08T06:00:00.003-06:00

Hi everyone!

Wow, there are tons of fall/autumn themed challenges out there. I can't believe I actually made a card, just for fun, in the midst of all of the craziness that is my life these days. lol Check it!

After getting my photo edited, I realize that it's super busy. Maybe that's because my brain is on overdrive and I couldn't help but project that onto my card. lol Anyway, after creating this last week, it fits the following challenges this week. Yay!

Papercraft Star #69 - Flourishes
Card Makin' Mama's #32 - Die Cuts (my rolled flowers are dies, and I used my Nesties)
2 Sisters Challenge #64 - Ribbon
Card Caravan #5 - Handmade Flowers
Come And Get It - Autumn Blessings
Cupcake Inspirations Challenge #135 - Photo Inspiration with cute pumpkins and fall colors.
Stampin Sisters In Christ #114 - Use A Very Old Stamp (the sentiment hasn't been used in over a year)
Sparkles Forum #24 - Autumn

I hope ya'll have a wonderful day! I'll be back soon with another crafty post.
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #49

2011-11-06T02:15:00.013-06:00

Yola!

I hope everyone has had a good weekend, and got in lots of crafty goodness. My post is going to be short and sweet as I have tons to do today.

Here is my card for this weeks Christmas Card Challenge, which is a sketch, created by the wonderful Peggy Toole. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

You know how I am about my non-traditional Christmas colors, and this was no exception to that. I love how this turned out. My favorite part is probably the teal colored chevron striped background paper, LOVE! I've combined the following challenges in my card as well.

Delightful Challenges - A Very Sparkly Christmas (my snowflake is super sparkly)
Crimbo Crackers #1 - Anything Goes (you must check out this new, all Christmas challenge blog)
Do You Stack Up #44 - Teal
Colour Create #83 - Turquoise, Deep Pink, Ivory
Crafty Purple Frog Challenge #2 - Sparkle (on my snowflake)
Digi Doodle Shop #81 - Winter
Crafty Ribbons Challenge #5 - Bingo (I chose glitter, lace and punches/dies)
Jellypark Challenges 11/4 - Non-Traditional Christmas Colors
Mami Doodles Challenge #37 - Christmas
Winter Wonderland 11/4 - Make Your Christmas Card Sparkle (my snowflake is very sparkly)
Crafty Hazelnuts Challenge #45 - Bright colors and/or sparkle

There are only three challenges left for this years CCC term. Are you able to join us this week? It is the first of the month and there is a cute SCRS stamp up for grabs too, don't forget. Please check out what the other DT members have created for you today. They're all very nice!

Hugs!

FYI Challenge #17

2011-11-03T01:15:00.009-05:00

Hiya!

I can't believe we're already into November. I'm still in shock at how fast the year has gone by. It's the start of a new month of challenges at FYI, which means we have a new sponsor. This month's sponsor is the fabulous, Paper Pretties. Here is a bit about them.

Paper Pretties – Where YOUR Creativity Comes To Life!

Paper Pretties is an online stamp boutique, and home to Zac, Lily, Sophia and Cooper – the cutest kid stamps around! (At least we think so). We have many exclusive stamp lines, from elegant to whimsical, sweet to clever; there is something for every stamper in our Prettie Boutique! In addition to our high quality clear stamps we also have a wide variety of digital images. In case you haven't heard yet, Paper Pretties has a NEW owner, Heather Lee-Reppen. Now located in Madison, WI, we are pleased to offer you amazing customer service and faster/cheaper shipping. All orders are shipped within 24 hours. You should check them out. They're offering 5 free digi's to one lucky participant. They were also very generous in letting my Lovely Lotuses work with some of their images. Super sweet Heather is. :)

And here is this weeks inspiration photo. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I'm not sure what it is about this photo that is so striking to me, but I love it! The contrast between light and dark are phenomenal, and the reflection and the architecture are stunning. I would totally live in a house like this. lol Below is the layout I created, based on the photo. And yes, I said layout.

Yep, it's been a while since I've created anything other than a card. I'm slowly, and I mean S L O W L Y, still working on updating all of my sisters wedding layouts. This is the next one in the book. I think the colors are neutral enough that the photo stands out, like I wanted it to. I love this revised layout, and I'm sure she will as well. I've also combined the following challenges into my layout:

Speedy The Cat's Friends Challenge #79 - Use Scraps (everything but the black polka dot paper was a scrap of some sort)

Corrosive Challenge #136 - Flourishes

Sweet & Sassy #132 - Sketch (blast from the past, originally sketch #77)

I do hope you'll head over to see what my Lovely Lotuses have created for you today. They're fantastic, as usual!

Have a wonderful day!

Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #48

2011-10-30T02:15:00.005-05:00

Greetings ya'll!

So another week has gone by, and we're at the end of October already. Is it just me, or has this year gone by faster than last year?! Good Lord, what the heck? No wonder I feel like I'm rushing around all the time. Time keeps moving faster and faster, and I'm left with tons of stuff left to do. lol Anyway, you're not here to read about me complaining. Onto this weeks Christmas Card challenge, which is: Liquid Applique.

For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I struggled a bit when trying to come up with a card for this week. Ultimately, it turned out quite cute, but there isn't much liquid applique on my card. I simply used it to create the marshmallows in my hot chocolate. I thought the idea was pretty good, but not sure I'm digging the fact that I feel like I dropped the ball with this weeks challenge. Bleh. I guess it's not the end of the world. lol I've also combined the following challenges in my card:

Inspirational Card Sketch #137 - Sketch
Play Date Cafe (PDCC#105) - Kraft/Taupe, Flesh, Cadet Blue
Alphabet Challenge Blog - T for Tea Time (I have a teacup on my project)
Frosted Designs Fabulous Friday Challenge - Food & Candy (I have a drink, hope that's ok)
Lily Pad Blog - Texture Challenge (I've got lace, twine, and the paper is both embossed a bit and has glitter, and the liquid applique, hope that fits)
Sew Many Cards #72 - 2 different background papers
Winter Wonderland - CAS

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what my friends have created for you today. They're all just adorable!

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Peace Love Joy

2011-10-25T06:00:00.004-05:00

Hi!

I got some time to play with a couple of challenges on Sunday afternoon and am happy to create something just for fun. Here is what I came up with.

Sorry that the photo is a bit brighter than normal. My usual spot was already in the shade by the time I got home last night. I will have to make sure to remember that as the year moves on. I combined the following challenges in my card:

The Ribbon Girl Color Challenge #12 - Lilacs & Greens
One Stitch At A Time #85 - Emboss It (the white panel under the round sentiment is embossed, but I used the debossed side, inked up in lavender and green)
Card Positioning Systems #241 - Sketch
Pile It On #43 - Be Happy

That's all for me today. I'll be back soon with another crafty post soon.
Hugs!

Drunken Stampers Challenge #77

2011-10-24T06:00:00.002-05:00

Hola!

So, I'm behind once again. In my craziness last week, I totally forgot to create a project for this weeks Drunken Stampers challenge, which went live on Saturday. I guess the month of October is just going to be my "off" month. lol I hope to get it together by the time November arrives. Anyway, this weeks challenge is pretty cool. The challenge is books. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I got this stamp at Hobby Lobby recently and fell in love with it. Don't be surprised if you see it again, frequently. lol My card came together rather quickly, once I had decided on the colors and layout. I'm really digging the lace with the chocolate ribbon up top. It's very pretty. I've combined the following challenges into my card:

Lily Pad Blog - Sketch
Stampin Sisters In Christ #112 - Theme of Time (I used the Clockworks embossing folder on the top blue strip)
Corrosive Challenge #135 - Flying Things (of course, I have butterflies on my card)

I do hope you'll head over to the Drunken Stampers blog to see everyone's creations and maybe play along. We had some wonderful participation last challenge, and look forward to seeing what you come up with for this challenge.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #47

2011-10-23T02:15:00.001-05:00

Hi ya'll!

It's Sunday, which brings another Christmas Card Challenge! This weeks challenge is a recipe challenge. We were to use two designer papers, ribbon and a bird of some sort. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

So, I'm missing the bird. Somewhere among all of the layers, it got covered up. You'll just have to take my word for it that it's there. lol I really love this card. It's beautiful and those papers are gorgeous. I think it's one of my favorite Christmas cards yet. I do hope the recipient enjoys it as much as I do.

The cards that the designers have created for you today at the CCC blog are beautiful. I do hope you'll head over there to see them. And don't forget that we're still having a DT call as well. You can find the details HERE.

Have a wonderful day!
Hugs!

FYI Challenge #16

2011-10-20T09:06:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone!

It seems as if I just can't get it together this week. I was late with my CCC post on Sunday and now I'm late with my FYI post today. I guess that's how life goes sometimes. lol

Here is this weeks inspiration photo. I love how the colors they added make the forest look magical and almost fairy tale like. Such bright colors always make me happy. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Here is the card I created using the photo.

Sorry for the darker than normal photo. I was in a rush to get a picture this morning, and this was the best I got. lol I really like how my card turned out though. I'm going to add it to the pile of cards I will be taking to my office on Monday. It's time to sell some of them and make room for more. I do hope you'll head over to the FYI blog to see what my Lovely Lotuses have created for you today. They're fabulous, as usual.

I'm off to Austin for an extended weekend with my sister and brother in law. I wish everyone a great day!
Hugs!

I'm A Guest Today!

2011-10-18T00:15:00.008-05:00

Hi everyone!

I'm really excited about today's posting. About a week ago Rochelle from Triplicate Trials Tuesdays contacted me, and asked me to be a guest designer for their next challenge. I was totally thrilled and honored to be asked to guest for them, and it just so happens that today is the day. Here is the promtpt for Challenge #11.

Talk about super fab, right?! The idea is to combine all three elements in your project. I think this is a super cool idea as I'm always trying to combine challenge elements into my cards anyway. Here is the card I made for this challenge.

Fortunately for me, I just got these new papers and they were perfect. I love the small chevron stripes and the elegant damask looking print together. Top that off with some rolled roses, and I was good to go.

So, seems fun, right? You can check out what the other designers have created for this challenge HERE. They're really fun! Hopefully, you'll get to play along as well. That would be awesome!

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #46

2011-10-16T16:45:00.000-05:00

Hello my people!

I am SO sorry that I'm running late with my CCC post. It has been a very crazy and stressful weekend and I simply forgot to post it. Here is my card.

For this weeks challenge, click HERE. There are some amazing cards posted today. I do hope you'll check them out.

Gotta run!
Hugs!

CCC Design Team Call!

2011-10-12T18:22:00.000-05:00

Hi ya'll!

I wanted to pop on here to let you know that we are looking for 6 new designers and a few guest designers at the Christmas Card Challenge blog. I know there are a few of you out there who love Christmas all year long, not just at the holidays. Why not apply to join our team and create a Christmas card each week? You can check out all of the details HERE.

Have a great day!!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #45

2011-10-09T02:15:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone!

It's time for another Christmas Card challenge! This week the challenge is an inspiration photo. It's lovely, and I love the crispness (is that even a word?!) of the decor. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I tried to mimic what I saw, to include most of the details. I really like how it turned out. It's going to be a short post for me today. I'm headed out for the day, in search of some fun, happy things. *wink*

I do hope you'll head over to check out the rest of the gals projects. Maybe you'll get to play along with us this week? Christmas is getting closer everyday!

Hugs!

Drunken Stampers Challenge #76

2011-10-08T04:30:00.008-05:00

Hi everyone!

I'm SO excited to bring you my first project as a Drunken Stamper! We have a fitting theme for our challenge this week, which is Halloween. This is my first Halloween card of the year. I didn't really think I needed to make any, so I haven't really been too concerned about it. I'm thinking I probably should make at least two or three to take to work now though. Anyway, for this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I really like the colors in this Halloween card. I'm all about non-traditional, so any chance to steer away from that, I'll take it! These papers are fabulous and I like how my card came together. The embossed pumpkins at the bottom add just the right "something" to this, for me anyway. I do hope you'll head over to the Drunken Stampers blog to see all of our first projects. They're pretty cool, I must say. I've combined the following challenges as well:

Paper Sundaes #89 - Lots of Layers
Bloggers Challenge #232 - Sketch
The Pink Elephant #119 - Trick or Treat
Papertake Weekly 10/4 - Anything Goes
SCRS Challenge #63 - Light Blue, Orange & Black (I'm happy, I finally got to participate in one of their challenges!)

Alright. I'm off to chat with a special someone (whom i've been keeping secret) while he's off on a work contract in South Africa. I'm hoping I'll be able to persuade him into taking some photos for me so that I can scrapbook them when he returns.

Have a wonderful day!
Hugs!

FYI Challenge #15

2011-10-06T01:15:00.000-05:00

Greetings everyone!

I'm so excited! We have another amazing inspiration photo this challenge, and another fabulous sponsor. This challenges sponsor is none other than the adorable and hilarious Bugaboo Stamps.

You really should head over to check out their online store. They have so much to choose from, and some absolutely wonderful stamps. You can visit them HERE. They were kind enough to provide each of us with some images to use this challenge, and they are offering 7 free digis to one lucky participant. Talk about generous!

So, here is this weeks inspiration photo. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I love this photo for several reasons. First, the colors are very eye catching, all of them. You're not just drawn to one color, but all of them equally in my opinion. Next, the textures are gorgeous against those colors. Lastly, it's a cathedral. I love old cathedrals. They're always so beautiful and rustic. I would love to attend services in a place that looked like this. Wouldn't you? :)

And now, I give you, my card.

I used a Wee One image from Bugaboo stamps and am quite happy with how my card turned out. I did struggle a bit, trying to figure out how to incorporate such a cute stamp with a photo that's very elegant looking. I woke up on Sunday morning and had an idea, so I went with it. lol Once I started gathering what I wanted to include in my card, things just sort of fell into place. I wound up using last months SFYTT as it fit what I was looking for, design wise. I know exactly who will be receiving this card.

The projects my Lovely Lotuses have created for you today are so stinkin adorable! You should head over and check them out. I think you'll enjoy them as much as I do. They are all so inspiring!

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Guess What?!

2011-10-03T11:00:00.001-05:00

I'm a Drunken Stamper! I applied for a spot on their DT recently, and they chose me as one of three new designers. I'm so glad I finally get to announce it, and I'm honored to have been chosen. Challenges are posted bi-weekly on Saturdays. My first project with them will be posted this Saturday, the 8th. I do hope you'll stop by then to see what I've got up my sleeve. I kinda like it. lol

You can check out who else made the team by visiting the Drunken Stampers blog HERE.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #44

2011-10-02T02:15:00.001-05:00

Greetings ya'll!

I'm happy to be back in the swing of things, craft wise, and happy to bring you my next Christmas card. This weeks challenge is tags. As always, please remember that these challenges are optional. Any Christmas/Winter/Holiday card will do. The idea is to help jump start your Christmas mojo and get your stash started. Here is the card I created for today's challenge.

I wasn't expecting this to turn out quite so nice. I had the idea in my head, but it turned out better than that. lol I really love it. I've combined the following challenges into my card as well.

MFT Get Sketchy 9/28 - Sketch
Inky Impressions #26 - Punches or Dies
Color Throwdown #161 - Lucky Limeade, Calypso Coral, Poppy Parade & Chocolate Chip (I got them pretty close, hopefully)
The Ribbon Girl - Christmas (must use ribbon)

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what lovely projects are posted. They're all pretty fantastic!

Hugs!

Masculine Birthday Card (That I Like!)

2011-09-28T06:00:00.003-05:00

Greetings again folks!

I'm back today with a card that I am becoming very fond of, and can you believe it, it's a masculine card! I know, I know. I always say how I struggle with them, and only post about 1 out of every 4 or 5 that I make. I just don't do well with masculine. *sigh* Fortunately for me, I had a scrap from another project laying around, and I put it to good use. Check it!

A dear friend of mine is celebrating his birthday and this is what I am sending him. It's simple, and lovely, and masculine all at the same time. I think I might have to incorporate more distress inks into my masculine projects from now on. I think they go really well with the masculine themed projects. I've combined the following challenges into this card:

Paper Sundaes #88 - Anything Goes
Ribbon Reel Challenge #11 - Birthday, inspiration photo, must use ribbon, lace or twine. (I made mine masculine)
Simon Says Stamp & Show - Men Only
Stamps R Us - Birthday

That's it for me today. Back soon with some exciting news, hopefully, and more crafty stuff.
Hugs!

Thank You

2011-09-27T06:00:00.007-05:00

Hi everyone!

I hope you had a good weekend, and are having a decent start to your week. I was so excited to get some crafty stuff done this weekend, I can't even tell you! lol It's interesting how badly you miss being able to use your hands. Anyway, I made this card for a dear friend.

This has got to be the most CAS card I have ever created. I absolutely love how it turned out. There is something beautiful in the simplicity. I hope she likes it. I've combined the following challenges for this card:

Speedy The Cat's Friends Challenge #74 - Things With Wings
Corrosive Challenge #133 - Punches or Dies (my butterflies are from a MS punch)
CAS-ual Fridays CFC21 - Monochromatic plus brown
Raise The Bar #76 - Things With Wings

I'm off to work. Back soon with another something.
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #43

2011-09-25T02:15:00.007-05:00

Hi ya'll!

I'm sorry that I don't have a Christmas card for you again this week. I had a follow up for my wrist on Wednesday where they determined I have tendonitis and not carpal tunnel, which is good. Unfortunately, with work being crazy with end of month stuff, and the doc not releasing me until Wednesday, I didn't get the chance to put anything together. I will be back later in the week with something, and for sure next Sunday with my next Christmas card.

This weeks challenge is pretty fun though, handmade flowers.

I do hope that you'll head over to the Christmas Card challenge blog to see what the other lovely ladies have created for you today. :)

Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #42

2011-09-18T10:49:00.000-05:00

Hi ya'll!

I don't have a Christmas card to share today, and the blog will probably be a bit quiet for the next couple weeks, as I have been put on restriction. It turns out that what I thought was nothing, could either be tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome in my left hand. I am to limit the use of my hand for the next two weeks, to see if the swelling will go down enough for them to pinpoint what the problem is.

I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what cards have been posted today. As I'm sure you know by now, they are wonderful.

Have a blessed day!

FYI Challenge #14

2011-09-15T01:00:00.003-05:00

Hello everyone!

I'm so excited to be back with our next For Your Inspiration challenge. This weeks photo is absolutely breathtaking. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I'm loving this photo. The contrast of the light and dark colors, the jagged cliffs against the slightly rippled water, the way it looks as if something has been thrown into the water to make it "splash" against the sky. Just gorgeous! *happy sigh*

Here is the card I created based on the photo.

I have to say, this actually turned out much better than I expected. It's been a while since I've gone, WOW, at something I've created. lol I hope my sister and brother in law enjoy this card. It's their non-traditional anniversary card. I've combined the following challenges into this card as well.

Sweet Sunday Sketch #134 - Sketch
Papertake Weekly 9/13 - Things With Wings
Belli Challenge #126 - String (I used bakers twine)
Flutterby Wednesday #171 - Open (must have a butterfly, angel or fairy)
Pile It On #37 - Layer It

I do hope you'll head over to the challenge blog and see what beautiful inspiration is posted. I know you'll be as delighted as I am. Remember you have two weeks to play along, and you can create anything you like.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Heartfelt Thanks

2011-09-14T06:00:00.001-05:00

Yay for Humpday!

As mentioned before, I love Wednesdays. Not more than Friday or Saturday, but it is the turning point in my week, and means I only have to go back for two more days that week, instead of four more. lol

I've got another card to share today. One that I think is adorable.

I love this stamp, but this is the first time I've used it. I actually have quite a few stamps that I own, but have never seen ink. I am thinking I need to change that and start using them. I've also decided to pull out a few items I've purchased, but haven't used yet either, and combine them into my cards from now on. I've got tons of stuff that I just absolutely HAD to have, that I have yet to use. Damn impulsive buying, I tell ya! lol I've combined the following challenges into my card, although a couple may already be closed.

Embellish Magazine Color Trends Challenge 9/2 - Blue, kraft, brown, and red, include stripes
Speedy The Cat's Friends Challenge #72 - Use a punch (the brown heart with the butterfly is a punch)
Stamp, Scrap & Doodle 9/10 - Thank You
Delightful Challenges 9/7 - Bling It
Cardabilities #38 - Sketch

Anyway, I'm off to work again. I hope you'll stop by tomorrow for the next FYI challenge. Don't forget, you can still play along with the first challenge of the month HERE.

Hugs!

Another Birthday Card

2011-09-13T05:45:00.001-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

I've got a quick post for you as it's a busy morning already. I got a work call at 3am, and haven't been able to get much sleep since then. Ugh, sometimes I dislike my job. Anyway, onto my card.

I needed another birthday card for a co-worker and wanted to keep it simple. I thinkg I achieved that, lol. I've combined the following challenges in this card.

Sketch by Carly #39 - Sketch
Colour Create #79 - Pink, brown, cream and white

I do hope you have a good day today. I'll be back soon with another card.

Hugs!

Blue Skies Are Coming Your Way

2011-09-12T06:00:00.001-05:00

Hola!!

I hope ya'll had a great weekend, filled with lots of crafting goodness! As mentioned yesterday, I spent the weekend creating all kinds of things. This week will be busy with posts. :)

I think this next card is among one of my favorites. Check it!

There is a lot going on in this card. Lots of texture for sure. The scalloped circle is actually a paper coaster I got at a restaurant not too long ago. I loved the embossed texture it had, and definitely had some ideas running around in my head when I saw it. I used my distress inks for the colors, it started off white, then I stamped a floral background stamp in water, and then I stamped my En Francais stamp in brown over that. Not bad for a recycled paper coaster, huh? I'm loving how it turned out. I've combined the following challenges into my card.

Triplicate Trials Tuesday #8 - Sketch, Colors: red, orange & yellow, Extra theme of Peace (they're having a blog hop as well)
Do You Stack Up #36 - Textures
Stuck On You 9/9 - Die Cut Flowers (my white rosette is a rolled flower die cut)
Just Us Girls #101 - Text as a background
Annabelle Stamps - Blooms/Flowers
Belli Challenge #125 - Acetate or Vellum (I have a transparency butterfly on my card, if you look hard enough)
Flutterby Wednesday #170 - Butterfly, open theme this week

Whew, talk about lots going on. lol I'll be back soon with another card. Don't forget, you still have time to join in on the latest FYI challenge. It's open until Wednesday. For all of the details, click HERE.

Have a good one!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #41

2011-09-11T08:34:00.001-05:00

Greetings to all!

I apologize for the late post this morning, but I didn't get home in time yesterday to get a picture of my card for today. I spent the day with a wonderful group of ladies, cropping for a cause. The money raised yesterday is going to benefit Meals on Wheels. I love it when I can hang out with my friends and crop, while helping to raise money for a good cause.

This weeks challenge is: Vintage. I love this idea. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I absolutely love the Santa from this MME Christmas collection. Unfortunately, I used the other sheet of this patterned paper last year, so this is it for Mr. Santa making anymore appearances. lol I've included the following challenges into my card.

MFT Wednesday Sketch - Sketch (my loose interpretation)
Winter Wonderland - Santa Clause is coming to town.

I hope you'll head over to the CCC blog to see what everyone has created today. They're pretty awesome, if you ask me.

By the way, I just thought I'd share another picture of what I've asked Santa for this year. This seems like a good opportunity to share. :)

I think he'd make a fabulous addition to my home decor, wouldn't you agree? *wink*
Hugs!

Dear Santa, (2011 Edition)

2011-09-05T07:00:00.002-05:00

So, for the last two years I have tried to be really good. I haven't been as naughty (sorta) and I haven't complained much about anything. I asked you for David Beckham, as my Christmas gift both years, but to this day he still hasn't arrived. I'm not sure if he got lost in the mail, or is stuck with the wrong address and zip code on him in the back of a post office somewhere, but I've given up. *sigh* Apparently it just wasn't meant to be. I understand that you're really busy making sure all of the kiddos get their gifts, and am thankful that you make them a priority. With that being said, I am going to ask for something different, and hopefully, less difficult to deliver this year. Maybe since I'm sending my request in super early, I will actually get what I ask for. I'm attaching a photo, so that you know the exact one, when you go to pick him out for me.

Just for your information, his name is Willy Monfret, and yes, you can Google him. He's a French/Caribbean mix who is about 6'3, with blue/green eyes and an amazing physique. I hear he's currently living in the US (California area) and is hoping to break into acting from modeling soon. If you have any questions, or need help with this, please don't hesitate to ask. I will be more than happy to provide any information you need to help with this request. Thank you, in advance!

Love,

Christmas Card Challenge Week #40

2011-09-04T02:15:00.002-05:00

Wow, Sunday already.

Another week has gone by, so quickly, that I can't find where it went. lol As you read this, I'll be hanging out with two of my most favorite people, my sister and brother in law. I have Monday off so they came up from Austin to spend the extended weekend with me. We've done nothing but be bums, and eat shaved ice. Talk about happy campers! lol

I have another Christmas card to share with you. This weeks challenge is a color combo of chocolate, cream and cranberry. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I really like how this turned out. The deep, rich colors, are fabulous together. I also love the embossing on the patterned paper. The text paper adds just the right touch to finish off my card. I've added the following challenges into my card.

Last But Not Least Challenge #8 - Embossing
Speedy The Cat's Friends Challenge #71 - Bling
Twisted Sketches #75 - Sketch

I hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend, and enjoy the extra day off, if you were fortunate enough to have it. I'll be back soon with another card. :)

Hugs!

FYI Challenge #13

2011-09-01T01:15:00.000-05:00

Good day to all!

I'm SO excited! Today begins our new term at For Your Inspiration, and we've got a couple new things going on. First of all, I'm finally caught up enough to be able to participate in these challenges. Before, I was just posting my designers' projects, but now I'm participating. Yay! Next, there are two new designers joining us for the next six months. I'm sure you're going to love their projects. They're amazingly talented and we're happy to have them joining the group. And finally, and probably the biggest news, the first challenge of each month is going to be a sponsored challenge. Yep, we've got some rockin sponsors who are being very gracious in providing some awesome prizes. So, without further delay, I would like to introduce you to our first sponsor.

Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps is a Christian clear stamp and digi stamp company offering a wide variety of hand drawn designs and sentiments, perfect for any stamper or scrapbooker. Our images are from the hart and we they will inspire you to create beautiful projects from your heart. Check us out at: www.http://sweetnsassystamps.com. The wonderful group over at Sweet & Sassy Stamps has generously offered a $10 credit to one lucky participant. Some of the girls were lucky enough to get to use some of their wonderful digi images as well.

And now, here is this weeks inspiration photo. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Isn't it gorgeous?! I've never been to see the Eiffel Tower in person, but hope I get to, someday. Here is the card I created based on the inspiration photo.

I used my distress inks to mimic the evening sky, and then stamped over it with my French script background stamp, spritzed with water. I'm loving the effect. I printed one of the beautiful butterflies from the New Creature digi set and colored it with my Copics. I then cut it out and popped it up for more dimension. As an added touch, I punched a piece of kraft cardstock with my Fleur de Lis border punch to incorporate more of the French feel to my card. I adore how this turned out! I've also included the following challenges:

Annabelle Stamps #41 - Sketch (I turned it on its side)
Speedy The Cats Friends Challenge #70 - Use lace

So, are you inspired?? I sure hope you head over to the FYI blog to see what my Lovely Lotus designers have created for you and also to see who my two new designers are. They are outstanding, and I couldn't be more blessed to have such an amazing group of ladies on my team. Maybe you'll get to play along as well!

Have a wonderful day!
Hugs!

Smile

2011-08-31T06:00:00.004-05:00

Hey ya'll!

Yay for humpday! Wednesday is always a good day for me. Two days closer to the weekend. I'm still surprised at how nice my week has been. I keep waiting for something to happen, but am hopeful that it won't. My sister and her husband and my "fur nephew" will be up for the Labor Day weekend, and I'm just thrilled!

So, I created this pretty little thing on Monday evening. Check it!

I keep trying to join in on the Mojo Monday sketches, every week, but haven't had time. I wasn't going to pass up the opportunity this week though. I'm going to stick this in my friends' daughters backpack next time she's over to hang out, so that she'll find it at another time. I hope she likes it. I love how bright and cheerful it is.

I'll be back tomorrow with the first FYI challenge for the month of September. I can't wait to share all of the news with you!

Hugs!

BOO!

2011-08-30T06:00:00.000-05:00

Hi everyone!

I hope you're having a good start to your week this week. I know it's only Tuesday, but by now I can always tell how the rest of my week is going to go. lol So far, I'm having a fantastic week, thank goodness.

I have another card to share today. I'm not sure what to think about it just yet, but I'll share it anyway.

The owl is absolutely adorable, and I love the banner, but it seems a bit plain to me. I may have to take it apart as well, and tweak some stuff on it, to get it more to my liking. It is my first Halloween card of the year, and for that, I'm happy. I'm going to enter this into the following challenges:

Inkspirations Color Challenge #84 - Concord Crush, Daffodil Delight, Tangerine Tango & Whisper White
Sketchbook Saturday #26 - Sketch

Hope you'll check back on Thursday for our next FYI challenge! I'll be back tomorrow with another something fun.

Hugs!

Feel Better

2011-08-29T06:00:00.002-05:00

Hi ya'll!

Did you have a good weekend? It was another hot one for us here in DFW, but we managed to stay cool in the pool. I love having a pool. My brother in law was in town for a ministry conference, so it was nice to spend some time with him as well. I did get to crop on Saturday night at my friend Joni's. We had such a blast. She's truly a blessing in my life.

I got a couple of cards put together, but this one is the one I liked most.

I'm sure by now, ya'll know how difficult it is for me to create masculine cards. My friend helped me with some of the elements of this card as well. This time he chose the colors chocolate, red and tan (for which I used kraft again), and buttons. He also wanted me to create a masculine card. This isn't the original card I put together first. I did take it apart and add a couple of things before I was truly happy with it. I think it turned out ok. It just so happens that recently one of my transportation contacts was injured while playing basketball at a family bbq, and wound up in a coma from a concussion. He's awake and coherent now, but it was a reminder of how quickly things can alter ones life, and another huge reminder of how short life can be. My supervisor and I agreed that we should send him a card. I'm going to enter it in the following challenges:

Crazy4Challenges #102 - Masculine
Cards 4 Men #17 - Anything Goes
Colour Create #78 - Kraft, Red & White
Papertake Weekly 8/23 - Dies

It's back to work for me today, but I will be busy in the evenings this week creating some stuff for a special order. I don't normally take orders, but my friend made me an offer I couldn't refuse. Dang peer pressure. lol I'll be back soon with another card.

Also, before I forget, we've got some new stuff happening over at the FYI blog on Thursday. I can't wait to share the news, and introduce you to my two new girls. I'm SO excited! Don't forget to check back on Thursday to see what all I'm talking about.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #39

2011-08-28T02:10:00.000-05:00

Yola!!

I hope you had a good week, and weekend. I've been trying to reorganize my closet this weekend, but have lost motivation, and decided to play with my scrappy toys instead. Anyone else have days like that? lol Needless to say, it will still be there to finish later. *sigh*

I'm happy to bring you another Christmas Card challenge. I love making Christmas cards, and the opportunity to make at least one each week has been a blessing when it comes time to send them out. Everything is done, and ready to go by the end of November. Perfect timing, if you ask me. This weeks challenge is to incorporate a photo into your card somehow. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Now, I don't know about ya'll, but I was kind of stumped at this idea. I guess someimes my ideas are too good for themselves, as this challenge was my contribution to the list. lol I was trying to decide what to do, when the light bulb went on. I remembered printing out some of the pictures, my friend Taj took of Sydney, in different sizes. I already had the blue music resist piece from a previous project, and thought it would look nice with the photo in front of it, almost like a frame. I had a friend choose the colors, and embellishments (green, blue, brown and ivory with rhinestones) and then put everything together. Since his favorite color is green, I tried to use that as the main color, accenting with all of the others. I tried using a dark brown, but it didn't go as well as the kraft (light brown). And, did you notice? There's glitter on it, thanks to the patterned paper I used. lol I really like how this turned out. This will be my mothers Christmas card this year. I think she'll love it!

So, I'm going to ask the same question I did previously. How many Christmas cards do you have finished this year? Will you be finished before having to rush around at the end getting them done? lol Maybe you can find the time to join us for this weeks challenge and get your Christmas card stash started! I do hope you'll head over to the CCC blog and see what my friends have created for you today. I'm sure you know by now, they're pretty fantastic.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #38

2011-08-21T02:15:00.001-05:00

Howdy ya'll!

I hope you've had a good weekend. I certainly did. I have done nothing but create stuff. I didn't even leave the house once yesterday. That almost never happens. lol It's amazing what happens when your creative mojo kicks into full gear and you just go with it. :)

I have another Christmas Card challenge to share with you today. This weeks challenge is glitter. *shudder* I'm not sure I've mentioned this before, but I am totally phobic to glitter. And when I mean phobic, I MEAN phobic. lol I'm not sure why though. I never use loose glitter and aside from the occasional use of Stickles, you won't find any glitter on my projects. If I need a bit of sparkle somewhere, I use my Sakura Stardust pen. Needless to say, this weeks challenge was just that, challenging. I did get a card put together though. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

The patterned paper in the background came glittered already. I just cut it down to size, and added my other elements. You can see a little bit of it up in the top left corner, but just barely. I used last weeks Taylored Expressions sketch (TESC144), and last weeks Stampin Sisters In Christ challenge (#102), which was to incorporate music. I love my results and the look of the card, even though I had trouble with the glitter part. lol

Please keep in mind that all challenges are optional. Any Christmas/Winter/Holiday card will do. The idea is to help get your Christmas card stash started. Also, it is not necessary to use a SCRS stamp on your card, but we sure love it when you do. I do hope you'll head over to see the wonderful cards that my friends have created for you today. They're all pretty fantastic, as usual.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

For Your Inspiration Challenge #12

2011-08-18T01:00:00.002-05:00

Greetings!!

I'm so glad you've stopped by to check out this months newest FYI inspiration photo. As I mentioned, it's one of my favorites. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Isn't it gorgeous?! I lived in Colorado for almost 4 years, and every fall I got to see something similar to this photo. Those vibrant Aspens set amongst the deep blue sky always makes me smile. Oh how I miss Colorado.

I do hope you'll head over to the FYI blog to see what my Lovely Lotuses have created for you today. Maybe you'll even join us for this challenge? Remenber, you can create any crafty project you like. There are no limitations.

Have a wonderful day!

Live In The Moment

2011-08-17T06:00:00.004-05:00

Howdy!

How is everyone today? Are you having a good week? I certainly am. It's been busy at work, but not too crazy, like normal. The time passes quickly and I have been able to get out at a decent time, which makes for a better evening. :)

I have another card to share with you. Check it!

I love this color combo as well! The pink and blue are a great contrast to the kraft, and the butterfly with the rosette? LOVE! This will be a short post as I need to get ready for work. I've combined the following challenges in my card:

Sweet Sunday Sketch #130 - Sketch (my loose interpretation of)
The Pink Elephant #112 - Stitching (real or faux)
SPCC #113 - Pink Pirouette, Wisteria Wonder, Baja Breeze (I think my patterned paper is actually Pretty in Pink)
The Shabby Tea Room #75 - Polka Dots (I hope mine qualify)

I'll be back tomorrow with this months second FYI photo. I hope you'll check back to see it. It's one of my favorites!

Hugs!

Hello

2011-08-15T07:00:00.002-05:00

Yola!!

I got some time this weekend to participate in a few extra challenges. For some reason, my creative mojo decided to go into overdrive, and I was in create mode for most of the day on Sunday. At least I got caught up on a few DT projects, and was able to play with my toys for more than an hour. :)

Here is the first of several I have to share this week.

I LOVE this color combo!! The yellow with kraft and white looks so fantastic together, and yellow is always so cheerful. I think I'll use this combo again soon. I struggled a bit with the layout, but in the end, it all worked out. I like how it finally came together. I've combined the following challenges into this card:

Sketchbook Saturday #24 - Sketch
CR84FN #36 - Yellow, Kraft, Neutral (I used white.)
Stampin Sisters In Christ #102 - Incorporate Music (I embossed the kraft panel under the sentiment with the Tim Holtz music embossing folder.)
Paper Sundaes #82 - Just Saying Hello

That's it for me today. It's back to work. *sigh* I'll be back soon with another card.
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #37

2011-08-14T02:15:00.004-05:00

Hi ya'll!

So, after almost two months of over 100 degree temps and NO rain, I woke up yesterday and it was raining. Yay!! Finally. I don't think we could have taken much more of the drought around here. Everything is dead. So sad. Anyway, enough about that. I just wanted to share that quick. :)

Today's CCC is Christmas Cheer. Please keep in mind that the challenge is optional. Any Christmas/Winter/Holiday card will do. The idea is to help get your Christmas card stash started. Also, you do not need to use a SCRS stamp to participate, but we sure love it when you do. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

I challenged myself to do a CAS card this week. I like all of the details on my previous cards, but I wanted to try my hand at another CAS card. I like how it turned out, and this weeks Annabelle Stamps challenge, which is to use Raspberry, Olive and Orange, was a perfect color combo for me. I've also used this weeks Fall To Layout sketch (FTL153), which is paired with this weeks CASual Fridays challenge (CFC15). I think it turned out cute.

We're getting closer to Christmas. How many Christmas cards do you have in your stash? I do hope you'll head over to see what the other designers have come up with today. As usual, they're all very nicely done.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Woo hoo!

2011-08-12T07:00:00.000-05:00

Not too shabby to start off the weekend. Check it!

For THIS card here.

Have a great day!
Hugs!

Happy Birthday

2011-08-08T07:00:00.003-05:00

Hi ya'll!

After working tons of hours last week, I was actually able to play with my toys, at work. I took it with me because I knew I'd be there until who knew when, and didn't want to get bored sitting around. I'm posting this card, because it's a masculine card that I actually like. Check it!

I'm sure by now, you know how I struggle with masculine cards. They're always SO difficult for me. This one is a bit "metro", but I still like it. I doubt my coworker will complain, he reminded me twice last month that his birthday was today. lol I've kinda used last weeks ColorQ (#96) for my color scheme and am digging the results.

That's all for me!
Hugs!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #36

2011-08-07T02:15:00.000-05:00

Hi ya'll!!

This is going to be a short post for me today. I've worked from 6am to 11pm, everyday, since Tuesday. I'm completely exhausted, and headed back to bed. I have another Christmas Card challenge for you. This week we're recycling. For this weeks challenge, click HERE.

Can you tell where I tookt his picture? Yep, out on the steps behind our warehouse, at work. Gotta do what you gotta do sometimes, eh? lol So, I loved this challenge. I had a hard time coming up with something though. For my recycled part, I used the backing off of some dimensionals that I used up. I ran them through my Cuttlebug with my Snowflake dies from MFT. It's a cute card, and I loved this weeks Sweet Stop Sketch (#120). I also used this weeks Color Throwdown (#153). All in all, it turned out well, and I have another card to add to my stash. How many do you have done this year? :)

Please keep in mind that the challenges are optional. Any Christmas/Winter/Holiday card will do. You don't have to use a Sparkle Creations Rubber Stamp on your card, but we sure love it when you do. I hope you'll head over to see what the lovely design team, and our new guest designer have created for you today. They're all really nice, as usual.

Hugs!

For Your Inspiration Challenge #11

2011-08-06T10:20:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone!

I have been so stupidly busy that I keep forgetting to post about the For Your Inspiration challenges lately. We're on challenge #11 already, and I don't think I've mentioned them since challenge #3. I guess that's what happens when you live at work. lol

Below is the inspiration photo I chose for Challenge #11.

I absolutely LOVE this photo!! I find it breathtaking. There's a small spot where the sun seems to be "spotlighting" part of the ruins. And look at how still and peaceful the water is. It's like a mirror. Just gorgeous!

I do hope you'll head over to the FYI blog to check out what my Lovely Lotuses have created, using this photo. The challenge is open until August 17th. We'd love it if you joined us.

Have a wonderful day!
Hugs!

Where'd All My Money Go?!

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #50

Creative Belli Challenge #138

Use It Tuesday Challenge #26

Christmas Card Challenge Week #13

Drunken Stampers #84

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #49

Belli Challenge #137

Use It Tuesday Birthday Blog Hop!

Drunken Stampers Challenge #83

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #10

FYI Challenge #23

Belli Challenge #136

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #48

Christmas Card Challenge Week #9 & Drunken Stampers #82

Use It Tuesday's Challenge #24

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #8

Day 21

Day 19 & 20

Belli Challenge #135

Cardabilities Sketch Challenge #47

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #7

Drunken Stampers #81

Day 13

Day 12

Day 11

Day 9 & 10

Use It Tuesday's Challenge #23

Day 8

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #6

Day 7

More exciting news!

Day 6

Day 4 & 5

FYI Challenge #21

Belli Challenge #134

Day 3

Twenty-Twelve in Photos

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #5

So...

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #4

Happy Birthday

Addiction

ad·dic·tion

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #3

Yay!

FYI Challenge #20

So Excited, I Might Hyperventilate! lol

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #2

Drunken Stampers #80

2012 Christmas Card Challenge Week #1

Wow...Very Cool!

FYI Challenge #19

Peace, Joy and Love

Drunken Stampers #79 & Christmas Card Challenge Week #52

2012 Christmas Card Challenge DT Announcement & Blog Hop

With Gratitude

Christmas Card Challenge Week #51

FYI Challenge #18

Christmas Card Challenge Week #50

Drunken Stampers Challenge #78

Thankful for You

Christmas Card Challenge Week #49

FYI Challenge #17

Christmas Card Challenge Week #48

Peace Love Joy

Drunken Stampers Challenge #77

Christmas Card Challenge Week #47

FYI Challenge #16

I'm A Guest Today!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #46

CCC Design Team Call!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #45

Drunken Stampers Challenge #76

FYI Challenge #15

Guess What?!

Christmas Card Challenge Week #44

Masculine Birthday Card (That I Like!)

Thank You

Christmas Card Challenge Week #43