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Wildflowers in Bloom

2012-01-30T00:01:00.006-05:00

It's Prickley Pear Monday and today I'm sharing some flowers...always nice when it's actually cold and rainy outside :). I loved the colors in the paper collection Stella, from Close To My Heart. It will be available Feb. 1st.

The flowers and the sentiment are both from Pricky Pear Clearly Hibiscus Flower set. They also have the die to match.

Be sure to check out the rest of the PPRS design teams inspirations today...it's always so worth the time.

Hugs,

Love You Card

2012-01-29T12:01:00.000-05:00

Love is in the air and you can tell with all the current challenges. I created this card for 7 Kids College Fund using Red, White and Pink color combo.

The charm on the top of the ribbon is from Epiphany...they really are so great. I used various Spellbinders (Label 4, Parisian Accents and even the new Chateau Gate Die from Heartfelt)

The stamps are all from JustRite stamps and qualify for their current challenge...love. Finally all the stamped images have been heat embossed and I've entered it in WOW's embossing challenge.

Central Park meets Lil Primrose

2012-01-28T09:21:00.000-05:00

Have you seen the latest release from KaiserCraft...Lil Primrose. You're going to love it. This is a layout I created using Lil Primrose. I love this shot I got back in December in Central Park and when I looked at the colors, I thought it would go great with Lil Primrose.

I used one of the Saturday Sketches from Kasier...do you ever play along? You could win a collection if you did. Click Here to find out more information.

I also used Epiphany tools and bubble caps on the title...love, love, love Epiphany. You can create any custom embellishments that are a perfect fit for your projects.

Have a great weekend and I'll see you next week.

New Beginnings with Heartfelt

2012-01-25T05:55:00.001-05:00

I love the way this card turned out using Heartfelts latest release. The sentiment is just such a beautiful saying. Believe it or not I used two of the Decorative Chateau Gate dies to created the lovely flourished background for the sentiment. Want to learn more...be sure to head over to Heartfelt's Blog and see complete instructions, supply list and other beautiful projects from the rest of the design team.

Oh and I just have to mention the beautiful paper collection I used was from ScrapCake...really nice quality papers with gorgeous patterns, Yum.

This card qualifies for the following challenges: Stampin Sisterhood Challenge SS7 (RubberNecker) : picture inspiration

Hugs,

Love Birds

2012-01-24T09:10:00.000-05:00

It's the perfect season for cards filled with love and sweet wishes. With out Scrapping Cottage's new Valentine collection cards are easy peasy. This card was created using the Whimsey Bird and Cage die. Granted it's great for Valentines but the best part about this die is you really can use it anytime for any occasion. The sentiment (from Unity) is stamped on the Airplane with Banner and Sign another one that I use over and over.

I hope you have had a chance to participate in Scrapping Cottage's current challenge....just create a layout and use one of their dies and you might just win a prize. Here's the link to our current challenge.

Hugs,

Two Hearts with Prickley Pear

2012-01-23T00:01:00.001-05:00

Happy Monday everyone it's a Prickley Pear day. I created this card using the Heart Key Crown Clear Stamp set and the Scalloped Circle Die (one of my favorites). The paper is from a company I just recently discovered, Pion.

For a Valentines Day card I liked using non traditional colors. Of course...I added pearls, LOL.

Hugs,

Love a Little Challenge

2012-01-22T18:12:00.001-05:00

I love to join in a good challenge so when I saw Angela from Unity posted a challenge to use one of the stamp of the weeks in a card...I had to jump in.

I also used the sketch from Card Patterns, which is for Unity this week, so the two went hand in hand.

Hope you have a great week and I'll be posting several projects so be sure to check back in.

Hugs,

Helmar Guest Designer

2012-01-19T00:27:00.002-05:00

I'm so honored to have been chosen as a guest designer this month for Helmar Glue Arts. I can't get enough of their Scrap Dots and 450...both are wonderful.

This is a layout I created and I used their Scrap-Dots to adhere the Dusty Attic chipboard embellishments.

With the intricate details there is just no way to add foam tape, but with the Scrap-Dots I could still achieve the dimension I love without the glue showing. Love this stuff!!!!

The belt buckle was made using Amazing Mold. Please go to their blog and see my whole post on this showing you how to make one for yourself.

See ya soon!!!

Through the Window

2012-01-18T00:01:00.002-05:00

I'm so loving the latest release from Heartfelt Creations. Every stamp and die is just so elegant. This card features several of the new stamps and die. I love for you to get complete instruction and supply list for this card...click over to Heartfelts Blog and you'll find everything you need to make this card.

Hugs,

Thank you Card with Flair

2012-01-17T10:12:00.001-05:00

I love the way this card turned out, I think it's the pearls that got me, LOL. Pearls always make everything better.

Many of the supplies that I used can be purchased at 7 Kids College Fund. A link is listed below.

Spellbinders: Label 20

October Afternoon: Boarding Pass

Core'dinations: Graphic 45

Pearls

Sookwang Double Sticky Tape

This cards qualifies for the following challenges:

JustRite : Color Challenge

New Challenge at 7 Kids College Fund

2012-01-17T00:01:00.001-05:00

It's time for a new challenge over at 7 Kids College Fund and it's an easy one. Create a 3 x 3 valentines day card. I loved the challenge...downsize, downsize, downsize, LOL.

Here is a list of all the products I used and links to where you can pick them up...discounted.

Distress Ink: Fire Brick Red

Distress Ink:Vintage Photo

Tim Holtz Alchol Ink Applicator

Tim Holtz Non Stick Serrated Scissors

Tim Holtz Heart Wing Die

Smooch: Siren Red

Smooch: Lame Gold

Cuttlebug Embossing Folder: Polka Dot

Cuttlebug Embossing Folder: Textile Texture

Tim Holtz: Grundge Paper

Unity Stamp: January KOTM

Be sure to head to our blog and post your entry for a chance to win.

Hugs

Prickley Pear Monday

2012-01-16T00:01:00.004-05:00

Happy Monday everyone. Yeap it's Prickley Pear day and I've got a Valentines Day card to share with you. I used the Valentine Balloon stamp for the main stamp. I piece cut the hearts on the balloons and covered them with Sakura so they'll pop.

The sentiment is from our current release: Let's Go Together. The paper line is from Crate: Emma's Shop. I've had this paper for a while and I love it so, but have never used it. I'm one of those funny birds who hates to use my favorite paper...fear I'll run out of them. Yes I know it's crazy, but I do tend to do that. I'm going to have to really push myself to quit that bad habit.

Have a great week.

Hugs,

First Publication with My Little Shoebox and Cottage Cutz

2012-01-14T00:01:00.002-05:00

I'm so excited to share my first publication. I know many of you have been published tons, but I've never submitted. I did submit for a contest My Little Shoebox was having to feature a layout in their February ad. I was thrilled when I found out my layout won. Finally after months of waiting Northridge February magazines are being released...and my layout is in it.

I used all My Little Shoebox papers and of course had to use Cottage Cutz that matched the MLSB lines. I used the following dies:

Piny Peony Flower

Summertime Fun

Here's the GREAT part for you...hopefully I've inspired you and your ready to do a layout, right? Well the current challenge over at Scrapping Cottage is do a layout and use some of their dies and you might just win . Be sure to head over to Scrapping Cottage's blog and check it out.

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Blog Hop

2012-01-13T09:00:00.003-05:00

Welcome to Prickley Pear's new release of Valentines and Steampunk themed Red
Rubber Stamps!

To celebrate this new release we are having a three day long Blog Party with
loads of inspirations by the Design Team and a give away! One happy participant
will win a $ 15 gift certificate to the web shop. All you have to do is leave a
comment on each of the participating blogs and tell us what you think about the
new release. Last day to enter is Sunday 15th midnight EST. The winner will be
drawn randomly at one of the particpating blogs, one of the days and will be
presented on the Prickley Pear Blog on Monday.

For my card I used Vase with Heart. I just thought it was so sweet and delicate.

Now it's time to hippity hop for more inspiration from the design team.

Prickley Pear Blog

Gini

Amy

Remember this is a three day long hop so check in everyday at the PPRS Blog.

Hugs,

New Chateau Gate Collection

2012-01-11T06:44:00.000-05:00

Today is the new release from Heartfelt Creations and I have to say I'm so excited to be able to share it with you...it's beautiful.

Here is a bit about it from Heartfelt themselves and also some information on how you could win the whole collection.

This Chateau Gate Collection is "magnificent" and the intricate detail in each of the designs is absolutely beautiful. This collection is very versatile and you will be able to create projects for the men in your life, invites, graduations, love, congrats and so many more! This collection features 9 PreCut Stamp Sets and one beautiful new exclusive Spellbinders die designed for Heartfelt Creations.
Leave a comment on the HC blog by January 17 to be eligible to win the entire release valued at $174.90. The winner will be announced on January 18 on the HC Blog.

I understand these are limited edition so be sure to hop on over to the shop and pick your up today.

Heartfelt Creations

Have a great day

Get Your Reading In

2012-01-10T00:01:00.002-05:00

I love this line from Graphic 45...it's so vintage and cute. Of course I had to make a mini book for the front of my card...it just screamed for it.

The really great part is you can pick up all the supplies to make this card at 7 Kids College Fund. Here a supply list

Graphic 45: ABC Primer

Spellbinders: Labels Seven

Have a great day and I'll see you tomorrow

Hugs,

Remember to Play

2012-01-09T00:01:00.002-05:00

It was nice to have a holiday break with Prickly Pear Stamp, but I have to say I'm so happy Prickley Pear Monday's have started back up...HOORAY!

Today I created this fun retro card with a really important message...Remember to Play. Life can be so crazy all the time and it's really important to remember to have fun. The stamp set is Kids with Plane. Love that vintage look.

Be sure to head over to the PPRS blog and see all the other creations from our amazing design team.

Hugs,

Warm Weekend Wishes

2012-01-07T10:16:00.000-05:00

Happy Weekend. I wanted to quickly post a project I did for Heartfelt this week. I so love the Sunflower stamp and am so sorry to say it's been retired. One of my all time favorites of theirs. The leaf die is an exclusive Heartfelt Creations Spellbinders and one that I reach for a lot. Lucky you...that one is still available (Bella Rose Die).

The paper is from KaiserCraft...gotta love KC.

Have a great weekend and get some crafting done.

Live in 2012

2012-01-04T00:01:00.021-05:00

Happy 2012! Wow...does time fly or what? Well I'm not one to make New Year Resolution...but I do actually have one for this year. It's to LIVE!!! To enjoy life and be the best person I can be never taking one day for granted. So this card goes with my theme for 2012...LIVE LIFE TO IT'S FULLEST.

I adore the die cuts I used in this project...

Peony (which is one of my must have from Scrapping Cottage)

Ornate Circle Frames

The stamp sentiment is from Unity and the paper collection is Pion...isn't it just beautiful.

Remember to LIVE LIFE
Hugs,

Tiny Wishes for the New Year

2012-01-03T00:01:00.003-05:00

Happy New Year everyone! I'm so happy to kick off the years post with my first project for 7 Kids College Fund DT.

Today's card showcases Penny Black's Tiny Wishes Stamp. Our current challenge is to try something new and believe it or not I thought I would give paper piecing a try...not sure why I've never done this before.

Here is a complete list of products I used on this card and links to where you can pick yours up:

KaiserCraft Coconut Blooms
Penny Black : Tiny Wishes Stamp
Spellbinders: Blossom Tags and Accents
Twine

See Ya tomorrow

You're A Hoot

2011-12-30T10:53:00.000-05:00

Unity Stamps has been having some great sales lately and I've stocked up on some of their yummy stamps. Here is a cute little card I did using Unity and Lifestyle Crafts Dies. Be sure to check out Unity's Friends with Flair Friday...so much going on.

Snowman Love

2011-12-30T04:54:00.000-05:00

Love the way this card turned out...so what all did I used:

Unity Stamps

Lifestyle Crafts Dies

Basic Grey Paper

Twine

and a lot of love.......

I'm Proud To Announce....

2011-12-29T11:42:00.000-05:00

I've been asked to work with 7 Kids College Fund's Design Team. I'm so excited as they have all the newest and yummiest products available in their store...and now I'll get to show you some exciting things to do with them.

Here is a list of the other wonderful designers that I'll be working with

Rhea Weigand at Passionate Paper Creations.

Darsie Bruno at Crafting with Darsie.

Carisa Zglobicki at Lady Guinevere's Inky Fairies.

Lori Williams Leng at Pink Cloud Scrappers. THAT'S ME!!!!

Frances at Be Creative You.

So be watching as projects will be rolling out soon.

Writing Desk with KaiserCraft

2011-12-28T09:49:00.000-05:00

Love, love, love the "Sweet Nothings" collection from Kaiser. It's just so beautiful. This is a writing desk that I made using the collection and also one of Kaiser's Beyond the Page project "The Writing Desk".

Here's a picture of the box opened...I figured it was just a important to have it pretty on the inside as the out.

Hugs,

You could WIN @lifestylecrafts

2011-12-28T00:13:00.005-05:00

Right now Lifestyle Crafts is giving away a free IPAD to a lucky winner...want to be that winner? Just go to their blog and find out more information. You can find more info about this on Twitter also @lifestylecrafts

Snowbird Sign

2011-12-24T00:01:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas Everyone!!!! Today I created a sign...now let me explain it just a bit. My Mother's big party each year is Christmas Eve and she always trys to have a little keepsake for everyone to take home. This year she has a beautiful little twig tree she spray painted silver and covered in glittery snowflake ornaments for everyone. However with it being the center piece people would never know to take one home with them...so I thought I would make a little sign to put in front tree.

I used the adorable HAPPY BIRD die from Scrapping Cottage. for this project. I've always looked at this die and have seen a sweet little bird singing in spring, but I love how he looks like a snowbird for my project today.....really a die you can use all year long.

I hope everyone has a safe and Happy Christmas and is able to spend it with family and friends. See soon!!!

Hugs,

Portrait of a Five Year Old Layout

2011-12-23T00:01:00.017-05:00

This is to show you what happens when your five year old sneaks your camera out of your purse to take self portraits. I got so tickled when I down loaded pictures and discovered these beauties.

I used On The Move from KasierCraft for this layout. I'm not much for the graphic style, but I thought I would give it a whirl on this one. What do you think?

Hugs,

An Easel Card Full of Sweet Nothings

2011-12-22T00:08:00.012-05:00

I know we aren't even through the Christmas season and I'm already showing you Valentine's Day card....YIKES!!! I did just have to share this easel card I did using the Sweet Nothings collection from KasierCraft...Valentines Days or not, LOL.

Isn't this the most elegant collections...LOVE IT!!!

Hugs,

Tonight's the Night

2011-12-21T07:18:00.000-05:00

It's Heartfelt Day over at Heartfelt Creations Blog...but did you know tonight is a Heartfelt night too? Here's all the info:

As a thank you to all our loyal HC customers, Heartfelt Creations will be giving away 50 - $50 Dollar Gift Certificates on December 21st at 9PM EST. On December 21st we will be providing you with the direct link to the giveaway page on our blog, Facebook and email. Once the page goes live you submit your information and a $50 gift certificate will automatically be emailed. Once the 50 gift certificate limit has been reached it will be indicated on the page. Mark your calenders and make sure you are available at that time, they will be snatched up quickly!

Talk about getting your creative juices flowing...$50 would do it for me for sure. Want more inspiration? Check out the rest of the design teams creations using Heartfelts beautiful products.

Hugs,

On the Move for Cole

2011-12-20T00:01:00.001-05:00

This is a card I made for my youngest son, Cole. He had something at school that he needed a card and this is what I came up with. I used KaiserCraft's newest line " On the Move". With two little boys this is just the cutest paper for them.

I love the way I made the little smoke tail with the Baker's Twine. I just love the retro feel of this line...super cute.

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Rose Tutorial

2011-12-17T00:01:00.001-05:00

Hi Everyone, I'm thrilled to be able to share this super simple tutorial with you today using Prickley Pear dies and stamps.

Supplies Needed: Scalloped Circle Die, Circle Clear StampWinter, Quilling Tool, Scissors, Ink, and Paper

Step One: Cut Scalloped Circle Die

Step Two: Stamp both sides of the die with matching stamp set.

Step Three: Cut through the circle and cut center circle out leaving the outer rim only

Step Four: Curl around quilling tool tightly and then remove…let it open up some and bend back some of the filigree edges back around the outside for a finished rose. Glue to your project to set.

Hugs,

Last Minute Gift Idea

2011-12-16T06:29:00.000-05:00

Are you needing a small little handmade gift for a teacher, hostess or friend? I have an easy gift that really doesn't take long at all to make but is so useful. A tissue box holder. You can pick up wooden tissue box covers at your local craft store for just a couple dollars and then the creative fun begins.

You can cover the box with just one sheet of designer paper...granted I used two but I just wanted the mixed up patterns and I love this collection for KaiserCraft Then just add a few die cuts and and your done. Of course you can go more detailed if you want but I figured you didn't want to much going on as you needed to be able to get to the tissue.

I used the beautiful Blossom Branch die from Scrapping Cottage. I did ink up the center and some of the edges with a little distress ink and then cupped the flowers with my McGill paper tool to lift them up. Easy Peasy...glued them down with some strong glue and topped them off with "of course" pearls. I do love me some pearls, LOL.

Have a great rest of the week

Pure Beauty Layout

2011-12-15T00:01:00.001-05:00

Two things I adore...My beautiful mother (who is photographed here) and this new line from KaiserCraft "Sweet Nothings" It's just so beautiful.

Some of my flowers are the layout are handmade and some of them are Kaiser's paperblooms that have been topped of with a pearl brad.

I really liked the effect that the ripped paper gave this layout. I did do it very controlled with an Xacto tool, quilling tool and some distress ink. The vintage feel this techinque gives is just perfect.

I hope I've made you drool just a little over the Sweet Nothings collection...be sure to pick yours up today.

I also used a Cheery Lynn die, Polynesian Sails. With my handmade flowers this layout qualifies for Cheery Lynns Current Challenge: Handmade Flowers...

Hugs,

Merry Christmas from Heartfelt Creations

2011-12-14T00:01:00.004-05:00

Something everyone loves to get is a gift card to their favorite store. I know stores have little cards you can put them in, but why not go the extra mile and make a little gift card wallet. They are so stinkin cute and honestly very easy to make. Please hop over to the Heartfelt Creations Blog and you can see the directions for this project.

I have to admit I'm in love with this collection from October Afternoon Paper...OMWord...it's adorable. The stamp sentiments and the holly are all from Heartfelt Creations. The gift card was made using my Scor-Pal...that I love so much. Oh and I used Sakura over the berries to give a glossy finish. Everything just came together perfect on this project.

I also can't wait to share this exciting news with you...Heartfelt wants to say thank to all their fans and they are giving away goodies....here's the scoop.

You sure don't want to miss out on that, so be ready next Wednesday. Now go check out Heartfelt's Blog where you'll get directions for this project and also see some more amazing creations from my fellow design team members.

This project qualifies for the following challenges:
Scor-Pal : Last minute gifts
complete scoring directions found on the Heartfelt Blog

Hugs,

Kasier Mini Drawers

2011-12-09T00:03:00.000-05:00

This is one of my Beyond the Page projects I did for Kaiser using the Madame Boutique Collection. The mini drawer/chest is perfect for holding all those little odds and ends...buttons, pins, paperclips, well you get the idea

KaiserCraft's beyond the page projects make it so easy to create really stunning gifts in no time at all.

Don't forget to decorate those backs...to me they are like a little secret..not something you know about right away.

See ya soon,

Hugs,

Scrap-Mart and Heartfelt Creations Blog Hop

2011-12-07T00:01:00.000-05:00

Today is a great day....not only is it Hearfelt Wednesday but it's a blog hop with Scrap-Mart too! You could win a $25 Heartfelt Creations gift certificate...so be sure to head over to Heartfelt's Blog and leave a comment for your chance to win.

Today's layout is what Christmas is all about to me...A child. One little child that was born that changed the world forever. Having two little boys myself I always am in awe that my savior came into this world as an innocent baby. I can't imagine what Mary must have felt and thought...it really is amazing to me.

If you would like complete instructions on this layout including the beautiful three dimensional flowers be sure to go to Heartfelts Blog. You'll also be able to get inspired by the rest of the design team and what Christmas creations they have for you.

Hugs,

My New Love...FINLEY

2011-12-06T00:01:00.000-05:00

This is the new love in our family, Finley. He is a Wheaten Terrier and is full of so much love. He adores the boys and me and is just such a great fit to our family.

This is a layout I did of Finley. He is now convinced that the bed is his and I'm just lucky enough to get to sleep there at night, LOL. I used the new Madame Boutique collection from KaiserCraft. It's a really versatile collection that will lend itself to any type of layout.

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Monday All Around

2011-12-05T00:01:00.001-05:00

I adore this sentiment from Prickley Pear...Great Little One, don't you think it's so sweet. My card is simple but I wanted to show you even simple can be really beautiful. The two little birds are from the Small Winter Lovebirds.

One of the things I love about Prickley Pear is how affordable they are. You can get unmounted stamps for a couple of dollars...just think how far your money can stretch you. I hope you'll go check out their collection...it's amazing. Also be sure to get more inspiration from the rest of the PPRS Design Team.

Hugs,

PSA Essentials & CottageCutz Holiday Card Blog Hop

2011-12-02T00:01:00.007-05:00

Hi! and welcome to the PSA Essential and CottageCutz Holiday Card Blog Hop! Our two design teams have joined forces to bring you lots of holiday inspiration, along with a chance to win some fabulous prizes! You should have arrived from my friend Jennifer, if not you may want to start at the beginning, so you don't miss a thing.

Today I created this adorable card using the Santa's Clothesline die. There is so much detail you really don't need much else on your project. I love the little polka dot on the boxers..adorable!!! I love to uses the Dries Clear Glue/ the the metal applicator for my dies. It lets me control very small amounts of glue in tiny places so my assembled die cuts come out perfect everyday, but stay together strong with the glue.

Here are some details about prizes and of course your next stop on the hop!!!

PRIZE PACKAGE DETAILS: Readers who hop to each of the blogs, comment at each, and are a follower of PSA Stamp Camp will be entered to win the “Holiday Card” prize. This prize contains 3 Peel & Stick stamp sets, 1 stamper, 1 black ink & 1-2 color ink from PSA Essentials. The winner will also receive a $50 gift certificate to The Scrapping Cottage for the grand prize. There are also 9 opportunities to win a 3 x 3 die from The Scrapping Cottage.

Now it's time to hop along to Jeanne Streiff's Blog - don't forget to leave comments along the way! If you get lost along the way - here's a full list of the hop participants:

·www.kcreatedbykay.blogspot.com - Kay Norman

·http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net - Angie Holden

·www.thethinkinspot.blogspot.com - Lorie Souther

·http://paperiepetals.blogspot.com - Kim Schofield

·www.maisymary.blogspot.com- Pearl Liu

·www.lingshappyplace.blogspot.com - Vera Yates

·www.stampingwithjanice.blogspot.com- Janice Wilson

·www.simpleflourishes.com - Jennifer Holmes

·www.pinkcloudscrappers.blogspot.com - Lori Leng

·http://inkypaws.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/ - Jeanne Streiff

·www.ginicagle.blogspot.com- Gini Cagle

·www.livingthecircuslife.blogspot.com - Kim Moreno

·www.taylordconcepts.blogspot.com- Erika Taylor

·www.fantastink.blogspot.com - Meylssa Connolley

·www.handmadebyangelica.com- Angelica Suarez

·www.sweeetdesignsbycheryl.blogspot.com- Cheryl Walker

·http://maearmstrong.blogspot.com - Mae Armstrong

·http://scrappingcottage.blogspot.com/ - The Scrapping Cottage

·www.psastampcamp.blogspot.com – PSA Essentials

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to leave a comment for your chance to win!!!

Rosette Wreath with Cock-A-Doodle-Doo

2011-12-01T00:01:00.002-05:00

Love the way this wreath turned out..it's so stinkin cute. I used the Cock-A-Doode -Doo release from KaiserCraft...it's it adorable. I love making rosette's anyhow so this just seemed the perfect thing to create this month for Kaiser. Their chipboard animals made it so easy and add the finishing touch. Here are some close up of the wreath...but be warned, it's going to make you want to make one yourself, LOL.

See ya soon

Hugs

Play Wild with KaiserCraft

2011-11-29T00:01:00.013-05:00

Who hasn't seen a five year old "Play Wild"...that is the only way my little one knows how to play. This layout was done using Kaiser's Cock-A-Doodle-Do collection that is just perfect for kid themed projects.

I know banners have been hot for a while, but I still love them.

The picket fence was stamped and then fussy cut out and it made a great border along the layout.

Lots more coming this week, so be sure to turn back in...

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Monday

2011-11-28T00:43:00.000-05:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful long holiday weekend. Today it's time to jump right back into crafting with Prickley Pear.

I created this holiday card using Prickley Pear's dies and stamps and I just continue to love their products the more I use them. The clear stamps line up so perfectly with the dies...easy peasy.

I have a ton on tap for you this week so keep checking in and also be sure to head on over the Prickley Pear's Blog and check out the rest of the design teams designs for this week, always some great inspirations.

Hugs,

Christmas Kisses with KaiserCraft

2011-11-26T00:01:00.001-05:00

It was such a treat to have KaiserCraft release a surprise Christmas collection ithat is just super cute and whimsy. Merry Medley is adorable with it's lively colors and musical theme...and we all know how hot that is right now.

This is a layout I did taken a few years back at Christmas...priceless Christmas Kisses. My sister was the lucky recipient of those sticky Christmas Kisses. LOL.

Be sure to get your hands on some Merry Medley as it won't be around forever and it's perfect for the holiday season.

Hugs,

Black Friday Heartfelt Release, It's a Winner!

2011-11-25T01:42:00.000-05:00

I love Heartfelt Creations designs but when I saw this release, OH MY was I excited. It is just stunning and I don't know what else to say. The spellbinders dies that go with the new Gatefold collection are intricate and unique, you are going to have to have a set.

There are also new flowers in the collection that are a must...they are just so beautiful on any project. The card I created used the Gatefold Spellbinders for the arch and of course the new flowers are the finishing touch.

Be sure to check out the special release from Heartfelt, it's a Black Friday deal you'll be sure to love and also take a look at the rest of the design team and their creations they came up with.

Hugs,

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T00:01:00.001-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving!!! I hope everyone is a having a blessed weekend with family and friends. I heard a little saying the other day if you only had today what you had thank God for yesterday...What would you have? I know my list would be to long to name. I truly am blessed with my family, friends and my life.

Today I created a treat box for you using My Mind's Eye Christmas Lost and Found Collection. You can pick yours up at Beary Scrap. I also used the adorable Gingerboy Chef from Scrapping Cottage. He is from a special release just for Black Friday and is on sales this weekend along with a ton of other great goodies, so be sure to check it out on this shopping hall of fame weekend.

Lastly I wanted to share some bittersweet news...The Beary Scrap Challenge Blog and Design Team is coming to an end. Don't worry the shop will still continue on bringing you those collections you love. I'm sure Kimm from Beary Scrap will be coming up with awesome ideas to share with you all in the future so she'll be seeing you around blogland, just not through the challenge site. I've really enjoyed my time with Beary Scrap and will miss the rest of my design team sisters...they are so wonderful.

Have a great holiday and know YOU are on my list of things to be thankful for.

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Monday

2011-11-21T00:01:00.003-05:00

Happy Monday and also Happy Thanksgiving week. Today is Prickley Pear day and I wanted to share this card I created using their stamps. The sentiment is perfect for the Autumn season that we in. I also love the little leaves that came from Pumpkin Clear Stamp and the Pumpkin Die. They were just that perfect little added something I needed.

This week is going to be busy, busy, busy but I hope you will find some time to stop in and see my creations.

Hugs,

Had to Let You Know

2011-11-19T14:13:00.000-05:00

I thought I would share an awesome sale that is going on for just a few days, and it's only once a year. Unity Stamps is having all of their stamps 45% off...EVERYTHING!!!! Yeap I have to admit I had a little shopping spree myself. So hurry on over and scoop up some of the beautiful stamps they have to offer and spread the word.

Do You Play Along With Kaiser?

2011-11-19T00:01:00.001-05:00

We love the beach and one of the fun things that my little likes to watch for is Gators...so this is his idea of Gator Hunting...high up on the dock looking down at the gators. The KaiserCraft collection I used is from the new Cock-a-doodle-doo and it's so great for kids.

My question to you is did you know that KaiserCraft has a challenge each month with layout sketches. There is a sketch a week that you can do and you can submit for all of them or just one, your choice. Prizes are to be had and plus it gives you a chance to use some of Kaiser's yummy collections. Be sure to check it out on the blog every Saturday.

See ya next week

Hugs,

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like.......

2011-11-17T00:01:00.006-05:00

Christmas!!!! I can't believe Christmas music is already on the radio...really? I do love the season but somehow this year I'm not getting into it quite yet. Maybe this card will do the trick.

The collection of paper is from Beary Scrap/ My Mind's Eye 12 Days of Christmas. I love the retro feel of the paper...50ish looking. It really is different and fun and you should have it in your collection for sure.

The stamps and dies I used are from Prickley Pear, along with the sketch. I love the way Prickley's clear stamp line up with the cut dies perfectly...really it makes creating super fun.

Now here is the really great part... Prickley Pear has changed their sketch challenge...you don't even have to use their stamps, just follow the sketch, link it up and you might win a $15 gift certificate for whatever your heart desires in the store. What it even better...right now at Beary Scrap it's anything goes and you could win a $30 gift certificate to the store...WOW!!! Just think one project would satisfy both challenges and there are some great prizes out there. So jump in and play.

Hugs,

Wonder of the Season Heartfelt Creations

2011-11-16T00:01:00.001-05:00

Wow is this week flying by...I can't believe it's already Wednesday. Today I have a card I did with Heartfelt Creations stamps. The complete tutorial is listed on Heartfelts Blog .

Be sure to check out the rest of the design teams creations for this week also...Oh and just to let you know I'm so excited about the new Heartfelt Release for next week...I'm just saying it's my favorite yet, so be sure to check it out on Black Friday.

Hugs,

Sharing My Secret Box

2011-11-14T00:01:00.001-05:00

I'm super excited to share this little box I created this weekend...I LOVE IT!!! It's from a tutorial I saw on Splitcoaststampers "Secret Box" . I've used My Little Shoebox papers from the Audrey Collection and the really cool part is the matching dies from Scrapping Cottage. Honestly it's just so much fun to create. Now let me show you everything this little box has going on.

Top of Box

Box Opened, Revealing Drawers

Front Side

Side

Back with stamping and Dies

Isn't that just the coolest!!! Now here is a list of all the dies I used from Scrapping Cottage if you wanted to make one of these for yourself.

Sewing Machine and Dress Form

My Little Shoebox Paper and Stamp

See ya soon,

Prickley Pear Monday!

2011-11-14T00:00:00.001-05:00

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you have to take pause and think of everything you have to be thankful for. I have so much and am so blessed. Of course my family is first but I also have so much more to be thankful for...including the design teams that I'm fortunate to work with. I'm so loving Prickley Pear Rubber Stamps...there is so much diversity in their stamps.

This Vintage Cornucopia stamp is wonderful for the season and the sentiment from Ralph Waldo Emerson, well it's just perfect. The paper is from KaiserCraft...another team I'm so thankful to be a part of.

Now you need to go check out more great cards from the rest of the PPRS design Team on the Prickley Pear's Blog.

Hugs,

Create Your Own Embellishments

2011-11-10T06:28:00.000-05:00

Good Morning Everyone. This is a card I created where I made my own charm/button embellishments. It was so easy. The flowers at the bottom were created using Amazing Mold Putty and then Creative PaperClay. I have a step by step tutorial here, if you would like to learn more.

The stamp is from Heartfelt Creations, another beauty.

Hugs,

Time Marches On Layout

2011-11-08T06:20:00.000-05:00

Today I wanted to share a layout I did using KaiserCrafts new release Madame Boutique. The nostalgic feel was a perfect fit for this photo I had of my Mother from a few years back. I love this picture of her, she's so beautiful...but actually to this day she is just as beautiful if not more so.

KaiserCraft also has new resin flowers and they are so great nestled in with a grouping or in the center of a handmade paper flower...they're wonderful little embellies to have.

I hope you create a beautiful day and I'll see you tomorrow.

Hugs,

Prickley Pear Monday....YEAH!!!

2011-11-07T00:01:00.002-05:00

It's that time of the year again to start bundling up the kiddies on the way out door, be sure you're all stocked up on wood for the fire and starting using adorable snowmen in your projects. I've got the PPRS stamp set SNOWMAN WITH A PIPE and he has that wonderful vintage feel that I think Pricke Pear does so well.

I also used the Ornament Set 2 to create the background designer paper on the circles and also the sentiment. The paper is from designer paper is from Authentique and the delightful tinsel ribbon is from Pink Paisley.

Have a great week!

Hugs,

It's Celebration Time

2011-11-03T00:01:00.002-04:00

I wanted to share with everyone Beary Scraps latest challenge...IT'S AWESOME! Anything goes...yeap you got it, ANYTHING, plus you can enter as many times as you'd like. At the end of the month one lucky winner will win a $30 shopping spree!!!! So be sure to link up your projects, you might just win.

For this card I used the paper collection from My Minds Eye: Lost and Found. It has so much diversity, it's so fun to use. The die is one of Scrapping Cottages newest Christmas releases...and let me tell you the Ornate Poinsettia die is beautiful.

Have a great day and be on the lookout for some weekend posts from me.

Hugs

Heartfelt Creations Wednesday

2011-11-02T06:41:00.001-04:00

Happy Wednesday...I don't know about you but this week is flying by for me. This is a card I did using Heartfelt Creations stamps and Crate paper. The butterfly is ready to take flight and fly right off the card.

Be sure to check out the Heartfelt Blog today to see more beautiful inspirations from the rest of the design team. I hope you have a wonderful day and thank you so much for stopping by.

Hugs

Prickley Pear Monday

2011-10-31T00:01:00.002-04:00

Good Morning Everyone. I hope this is a blessed week for each of you. It's Prickley Pear time and honestly I did a ton of cards for PPRS this weekend, so get ready for the rest of the week to catch a glimpse of them.

This is one that I did using the Poinsettia Postage, Circles Clear Set Winter and the Scallop Die . Yeap believe it or not I actually cut the flower out with my X-acto tool. I then used Helmar's Scrap Dots to adhere the layers...this glue is great for attaching really small pieces and still give that dimension that I love.

See you later this week with more Prickley Pear Cards.

Hugs,

Happy Halloween

2011-10-30T21:26:00.000-04:00

Happy Halloween...I hope everyone has a safe and fun day. I made this Halloween card this weekend using some of my Prickley Pears stamps (Witches Boot) ....so love their stamps!!! I add some twine around the shoe circle and also some purple rhinestones for the current Shabby Tea Room Challenge. I haven't done challenges in a while and this weekend I've done several...it's been good for my mojo.

Be safe as the little one are out and about all dressed up and I"ll see you soon.

Hugs,

Happy Birthday In Style

2011-10-30T14:49:00.002-04:00

Happy Sunday everyone..I hope you're all getting some relaxing crafting done today. I made this card for my Aunt's birthday. I'll have to hand deliver it as my cards always have a lot of dimension and the mailman wouldn't care for my card, LOL.

I also got a chance to play with some of my KaiserCraft basics paper that I've had around and just haven't used...and now that the card is finished I can't tell you why I waited so long.

This card qualifies for the following challenges

Mojo Monday: Sketch

Just Rite Stamps : Scraps
Mark's Finest Papers : Scraps

Hugs,

Shake It Up Baby!

2011-10-29T08:27:00.000-04:00

I love shaker cards...they are so much fun. This is one I did for KaiserCraft using the Bonjour collection. I thought the glass glitter worked great with the feel of the card.

Have you ever made a shaker card? Have you seen them and wanted to make one, but you weren't sure how? Be sure to check out my tutuorial over at KaiserCraft's blog and be sure to make your own.

Hugs,

Heartfelt Prayer Box

2011-10-26T21:02:00.000-04:00

I'm very thankful to be serving another term with Creations Design Team. They have really beautiful stamps, not to mention I love the owners Linda and Emma Lou.

This is a little prayer box I created for Heartfelt. Sometimes it's easy to loose track of things we are praying for or more important what God's answer is for them. Having a prayer box or journal that helps remind you and also reflect on how God is at work is a wonderful thing.

I created the handmade flower using Heartfelt stamps and also created the patterned paper for the base of the box with Heartfelt stamps.

Hugs,

KaiserCraft Sketch

2011-10-25T00:01:00.002-04:00

Did you know that KaiserCraft has sketch challenges and there are prizes you could win. Every Saturday a new sketch is revealed, during the month you can do any or all of the sketches for your chance to win. How easy is that. The sketches are great to boost your creative juices..so be sure to check it out.

This is a layout I did of my sister and I using one of this month's sketches. It's really fun to see all the different interpretations of one sketch. I probably take sketches a bit to literal, so what would you do with the sketch? The paper collection is from Kaiser's newest release Bonjour...it's beyond femine and beautiful.

Be sure to link up your layout if you use this sketch on Kaiser's Blog...we'd love to see your work.

Hugs

Prickley Pear Monday

2011-10-24T01:00:00.046-04:00

PLEASE BE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN AND SEE TODAYS SCRAPPING COTTAGE POST TOO!

This is one of those cards I finished and I loved...and as I've told you all before that's not something that happens often. I created this card for Prickley Pear Monday and I just love everything about it...the colors, the dimension, the stamp set, pearls...honestly everything.

I used Joys Be Many and Collaged Pinecone tag Prickley Pear stamps to created the sentiment embellishment. With the help of an X-acto tool the two stamps came together perfectly. The paper collection is from KaiserCraft / December 25th and I love it's rich colors. Of course you know I had to throw some pearls in for good measure.

The sketch is from Card Patterns current challenge # 138

Have a great week

Hugs

Hot Cocoa Cafe Sneak Peek

2011-10-24T00:01:00.001-04:00

You are all going to love the new collection from Cottage Cutz/ Scrapping Cottage that is coming out soon. Hot Cocoa Cafe is so stinkin cute, it's not even funny. It's so detailed it really doesn't need anything else on the card.

I also used the Scallop Three Edger die along the top...fit in just perfectly.

Have a great week and I'll see you in a few days.

Hugs,

I'm Excited To Share.....

2011-10-23T00:09:00.000-04:00

I'm so happy to share some news I've been keeping hush, hush, I've been asked to be a part of Creative PaperClay's Design Team. I can't wait to share with you all the fun things you can make with Paperclay so be on the lookout for future posting highlighting this unique modeling material.

Want a sneak peak at what you can do with PaperClay? Check out their blog here.

Have a great and restful Sunday and I'll see you Monday with some Prickley Pear and Scrapping Cottage Projects.

Happy Boo Weekend

2011-10-22T09:00:00.000-04:00

Happy Boo Weekend. I can't believe that it's only a week before Halloween...I think I need to start planning my little ones costume.

This is a chalkboard I created the for the season using KaiserCraft 13th Hour collection. I wanted to make it so it had a bit of an eerie feel but more than anything I could use it all year long.

Hugs

A Beautiful View

2011-10-20T00:00:00.017-04:00

I love this sentiment ( Beautiful View) from Prickley Pear Stamps as well as the birds (Small Winter Lovebirds)...so sweet. Sometimes in life we just have to take a moment and be thankful for the things we have...enjoy the view that life has given us.

The paper collection is from Echo Park "For the Record". You can pick up your pack at The Beary Scrap. Right now Beary Scrap is holding their challenge double or nothing...so I doubled up a couple of time, pins and also the two little birds. Be sure to jump in to the double fun and you might just win a $20 gift certificate for Beary Scraps store.

This card qualifies for the following challenges:

Card Patterns: Sketch 139

Hugs,

It's Creepy Time

2011-10-17T00:01:00.015-04:00

Happy Monday!!!!! I'm so excited to kick off the week with one of my latest creations for Prickley Pear Rubber Stamps. CREEPY TIME!!! My little boy loved the title of one and kept going around saying everything was creepy time, LOL.

I think the stamp is just so cool...jack-o-lanterns all gathered around playing card. Gotta love it.

Be sure to check out all the other great creations from the rest of the design team by hopping on over to Prickley Blog.

Hugs,

It's Challenge Time with Prickley Pear

2011-10-15T00:26:00.000-04:00

Good Morning Everybody, it's the start of a weekend and also the start of Prickley Pear's new sketch challenge for October.

It's so simple to play along. One winner will be chosen by random.org. The prize is a Clear Stamp Set from Prickley Pear with coordinated Die of the winner’s choice!

The rules are simple:

Make a card based on this month’s sketch.
Use your Prickley Pear product/s
Link it up using the linking tool below no later than October 31

Have fun and we can't wait to see what you come up with.

Hugs,

Boo To You

2011-10-14T00:01:00.002-04:00

I have to admit I'm not one of those artist that has a concept of a project before I begin and then go and create what my mind conceived. Nope...not me at all. I'm more the speed of sit down and see what happens. I might have a die, stamp or paper line I have in mind but that's about as much planning as I do. So as you can imagine, sometimes my projects are home runs and sometimes...well just ...let's just say some aren't, LOL. This card to me is one of my home runs...I LOVE IT!!!!

I started with the My Mind's Eye Mischievous paper line that Beary Scraps has just gotten in and it's super cute.My paper helped me choose my puppies colors and then everything started to come together for this double Z fold card. Don't you just love this puppy die from Cottage Cutz dies....so stinkin cute. The puppy actually is connected to the card/pumpkin by twine so he can be pulled out to say BOO TO YOU, but he won't come all the way out, which ensures he stays with the card :)

Once you untie the front a Happy Halloween Sentiment is ready to pop out and greet you. Overall I adore this card... everything about it just came together perfect.

Here is a complete list of all the adorable dies I used for this card all from The Scrapping Cottage/ Cottage Cutz.

Be sure to scoop up your dies...I've heard they are selling out.

Hugs,

Some Challenge Fun

2011-10-13T22:56:00.000-04:00

Tonight I had a little extra time to just have some fun, so I created this card for Card Patterns current sketch challenge. I had to use some of my new Prickley Pear stamps, that I am soooooo loving. Birdcage Winter 2 was the main stamp set that I used with the matching die. The paper is from CRATE and I do so love their collections. Pretty...Pretty.

See ya tomorrow.

Hugs,

New Release with Heartfelt

2011-10-12T06:30:00.000-04:00

Today is the premiere of the new Christmas release from Heartfelt. The Classic Christmas Collection features 6 new precut stamp sets that coordinate with the Heirloom Ornaments 2011 and the Labels Seven Spellbinders dies. The classic images in this collection are perfect "not only" for your Christmas projects but very versatile and you will find yourself using them throughout the entire year! Leave a comment on the Heartfelt Creations blog by October 18 for a chance to win the entire release valued at $89.99.

Be sure to hop over to the Heartfelt Blog to see how I made this ornament but also to get inspired by the beautiful projects the rest of the design team have made using all the new stamps and dies.

Hugs,

Best Witches with Prickley Pear

2011-10-10T00:01:00.004-04:00

Good Morning Everyone. I hope you all had a great week. Today I'm gearing up for October with this adorable card using Prickley Pears stamps. Isn't she just cute as a button. She is titled Witch on a Pumpkin and I think she is just cute as a pumpkin....no pun intended ;) I used Copic markers to color her and then distressed with distress inks to age it up a bit.

Be sure to check out the rest of Prickley Pears Design Team today to see all the inspiring projects. I promise it will get your creative juices flowing.

See ya soon.

Hugs,

Bling in the Season

2011-10-06T00:00:00.003-04:00

This is My Mind's Eye's new Christmas collection paper " Lost and Found Christmas". Isn't it just yummy with all it's glitter and bling. Did you know that the new challenge for Beary Scrap is up right now and it's SUPER EASY!!! ANYTHING GOES!!! yeap create something stunning and beautiful your pick and enter it in our challenge where you could win a $20 shopping spree.

Hugs,

Fun With PaperClay

2011-10-05T00:00:00.013-04:00

Have you played with Creative PaperClay yet? If not, why? Not sure what to do with it? Well today I'm going to share a simple tutorial with you that will have you running to your nearest craft store to pick some up and start playing.

First let me tell you Paperclay is like clay but it's paper and dries light as a feather ready to use on your card, layouts or anything else you can think of. Also with it being paper it so compatible with so many different products, dies, glues, inks, stains, mists, rubs...well you get the idea. So onto our simple rose tutorial.

In the photo above I show you the first five steps. Create a small ball and flatten as thin as you can without tearing. I use my fingers as I love the look of my fingerprints in the finished petals...makes it look like the veins on a real rose but paperclay works beautifully with any tools...so the choice is yours. Then just roll your flattened petal into a center rose bud leaving the end a bit open. You've created your base for your rose flower. Repeat step one and two and then apply to your base rose bud. Continue to do this until you have the desired size for your flower.

Your next step is to let your rose air dry. The petals are thin, so I only let mine dry overnight and then they were ready for the next step. Remember I said how compatible PaperClay is, Glimmer Mist works great. Spritz your flower with desired color and let dry.

For the final step for the roses I added some Viva Gold rub to the edges of the petals. It just gave a really nice finishing touch. I use a makeup sponge to apply, they're cheap so you don't mind tossing when it's time for a new one.

So want to see what the roses look like in a project?

This is an easel card that really became more of a sculpture once it was complete. I wonder is it wrong to give yourself a card, LOL....I really can see this sitting on my office desk. LOVE IT!!!

Finally a close up view of the rose cluster...Isn't your mind just going crazy thinking of all the things you could do with this product?

Be sure to check out Creative PaperClay products here

and get even more inspiration from their Blog here.

There are videos, tutorials and artwork ready to inspire you, so be sure to sneak a peek.

Hugs,

2011-10-04T00:01:00.002-04:00

Today I'm sharing my Jack-O-Joke card with you I created using Scrapping Cottage/ CottageCutz dies. "What did the Momma Jack-O-Lantern say to the baby Jack-O-Lantern.....Cut it out. " I always love to have fun and find humor in everything, and this is my silly sense of humor coming out with this card. The punch line is hidden with a tag that hides behind the pumpkins and can be pulled out when you're ready to find out the answer.

I used the Trick or Treat Puppy die for the Momma Pumpkin. The baby pumpkin is from Spooky Treats which is one of the My Little Shoebox dies that coordinate with their paper collections. Just a great pairing.

I hope I brought a smile to your face.

Hugs,

Sweet Slumber

2011-10-03T00:00:00.002-04:00

Kaisercraft has just released their new Bonjour collection and it's just down right beautiful. All the soft colors end up giving such a rich feel. I love the way I was even able to use it for a baby layout of my youngest son. So sweet.

The flowers and the title were all covered with Sakura Glaze. You may not see it so clear in the photo but it gave them all a glassy look that really helps them pop off the page.

See ya tomorrow with an adorable card for Cottage Cutz.

Hugs,

Hooray!!! Great News

2011-10-02T10:01:00.000-04:00

I'm thrilled to finally be able to share with you all my exciting news. I was chosen to be on Prickley Pear Rubber Stamp's 2011-2012 Design Team. I'm in some wonderful company, here's a list of all the design team members:

Tesa
Angelica
Michelle
Kristii
Audrey
Ujjwal
Amy
Melissa
Cheryl - G. Designer

To see all about everyone and PPRS head on over to their blog . I can't wait to start sharing my projects with you soon, so keep your eyes open.

Hugs,

Fall Leaves with Glitter

2011-09-29T00:01:00.003-04:00

This is a tag I created for Beary Scraps current challenge...FALL. I had the idea to cover the leaves with glitter and I love the way it turned out. The paper is from the Authentique Glowing Paper Pad. It's chocked full of all those orange, brown and black colors that are all around this time of year. The base tag was colored with Distress Ink so I could match up my colors as I wanted. The kocha/brown seam binding ribbon added the final touch to my tag.

So are you inspired to make a Fall card? I hope so...and be sure to link it up to our Beary Scrap challenge here...you could win a $20 gift certificate, so why not?

Hugs,

This tag quaifies for the following challenges:

Simon Says Stamp and Show: Masculine

No Flowers Here

2011-09-26T05:40:00.000-04:00

Happy Monday everybody. I wanted to share a KaiserCraft card I did last month for so for my Dad's Birthday. Sometimes masculine cards seem hard to me, not sure why. I suppose it's that I want to plop flowers on everything, LOL. I managed to tame my flower plopping urge with butterflies.

Have a great week and I'll see you all later on.

Hugs, Lori

Halloween Shaker Easel Card

2011-09-24T00:01:00.001-04:00

Hi Everyone...welcome to the weekend. Today I wanted to inspire you with this Halloween Shaker card I created using CottageCutz Dies from the Scrapping Cottage. I love creating shaker cards...so much fun. I wish I could show you better in the photo how the black glitter shakes around in the frame, pictures just don't do it justice.

You can see bits and pieces here in there that haven't fallen down yet, but you still just don't get the whole effect.

Want to know all the great dies I used for this card, here is the complete list.

Haunted House Border

Lamp Post With Sign ( yellow border interior of card)

Witch Castle Door ( Bats)

Have a great crafty rest of the weekend...

Hugs, Lori

Sunflower Days

2011-09-22T00:01:00.002-04:00

Have you gotten your Fall card entered in The Beary Scrap Challenge yet? If not you better get on the stick. It' that time of the year to create fall creations and the best part is you might just win a $20 shopping spree with your entry. Be sure to link yours up here , we'd love to see your work.

This weeks card was created using Authentiques Blissful Collection. Colors a little to bright for Fall colors...just ink your paper up with some Distress Ink and you'll be good to go.

The handmade sunflower was made using Spellbinders dies, McGill tools and pad, McGill punch, glue and some patience. Granted it took a little while to do, but really it's so stunning you only need one to set your card off, so what's a little time, right? Oh and remember if it can fit in an envelope...it ain't a card, LOL.

Hugs,
Lori

2011-09-21T00:01:00.001-04:00

Happy Heartfelt Wednesday everybody. Today I'm continuing to showcase the new Christmas Cheer Collection. This cards features the Holiday Dove, isn't it just beautiful.

Be sure to check out the rest of the design teams creations...it's always worth the time for all the inspiration it will give you.

Hugs,

Kaiser and Heartfelt Creations

2011-09-19T07:14:00.000-04:00

Good Morning Everyone. I hope you all had a great crafty weekend. Today I wanted to share a layout I did using the new December 25th collection and Heartfelt Stamps. The combo worked great together. All of the poinsettias are from Heartfelt and they really provided that extra little detail that I needed.

Aren't the new Kasier sparklets just yummy in the center of the large flower...I adore them. Talk about bling...they've got it.

See ya on Wednesday with a Heartfelt Day.

Hugs,

Ushering in the Season...FALL

2011-09-14T19:35:00.000-04:00

We have a new challenge over at Beary Scrap and you're going to love it....HAPPY FALL Y'ALL! I adore the season of fall, it's my favorite. To me it's like everything is getting ready to go to sleep for the winter. The colors are so deep and rich and hearty...love, love, love. Can't you just smell the crisp air, the apples baking in the oven with a sprinkle of sugar and see the leaves starting to fall to the ground. How could that not give you warm fuzzies all over.

I used the new Authentique 6 x 6 paper pads (Glowing and Blissful) for this card. I inked it up with a bit of distress ink to give a bit more aged look and to blend with the Fall colors I was reaching for. That's the nice thing about distress ink...if your paper isn't quite what you want it to be in color or tone...ink that thing up.

This card also qualifies for the following challenges:

Waltzing Mouse Sketch Challenge

Cheery Lynn Die Challenge

Hugs,

Happy Day

2011-09-14T00:01:00.016-04:00

Today is hump day of the week and I hope all of you have a HAPPY DAY! I created this card with Scrapping Cottages Airplane with Banner Die and My Little Shoe Box Papers. Having a little boy in the house you know I had to make two airplanes...one for my card and one for the card he made beside me during scrap time. What precious times.

Remember to have a Happy Day and I'll see you soon.

Hugs,

Anything Goes Card, Cheery Lynn Challenge

2011-09-12T18:52:00.001-04:00

I wanted to share this card I created for Cheery Lynn Designs current challenge...create anything using one of their dies...how easy is that. Fingers crossed.....

Hugs,

Christmas Already?

2011-09-10T06:58:00.003-04:00

The temperature is starting to drop outside, stores ares stocking fall decorations and Christmas is right around the corner. The month over at KaiserCraft we are featuring our new holiday lines, December 25th and Silly Season. This is a layout I did of my mother and I using the Dec 25th collection.

This is my favorite of theirs for the season as I just adore the traditional feel and the antique vibe...just up my alley. I also had to add one handmade flowers, of course. This one was a bit different...I'm in to exploring all kinds of various handmade flowers right now if you couldn't tell.

Don't you just love the rich colors from this line....it's just down right yummy.
Have a great weekend and I'll see you next week.

Hugs

Girly Card? Not

2011-09-08T00:01:00.000-04:00

This week over at Beary Scraps our sketch challenge continues. The design team wanted to take a twist with the sketch this week and wanted to make non-girly cards. For me this really was a challenge when it came right down to it...I adore pearls and handmade flowers...so what the heck.

Here is my impression of a non-girly card...I still had to add some bling and a handmade flower, but tried to make it not quite so feminine.

Hugs,

How Many Dies Can You Use?

2011-09-04T00:01:00.000-04:00

Scrapping Cottage has just released their Halloween collection and it's adorable. I started making this mini book and planned for it to be just a couple of dies, but the more I did, the more I wanted to do. I ended up using eight dies by the time it was over and had such a blast. Below are all the pictures of the interior pages and a couple close up, plus a recipe with all the dies used.

The paper is from My Little ShoeBox and it was the perfect match for the Halloween die....so stinkin cute.

Lantern Tree

Gothic Frame with Witch

Viking Ride (border on cover)

Hugs,

Hunt & Gather Letter Rack

2011-09-02T00:01:00.001-04:00

The colors in KaiserCraft's Hunt and Gather couldn't go anymore perfect in my living room. I knew when I started making it, that it would hang right by the front door..and that's where it is now. I love the Beyond The Page projects from Kaiser. They are so sturdy and easy to put together and I love how you can decorate them and create so many various looks.

I painted the base with plain paint and then rub it down with Inka Gold in highlighting areas. The delicate vine that I used throughout the project is a die from Cheery Lynn. Love it!!!

You know I had to nestle some pearls in the clusters here and there. Wouldn't be one of my projects with some form of pearl on it, LOL.

I hope everybody has a great long weekend and enjoy the Labor Day holiday.

Hugs,

Tear Bear? Elephant

2011-09-01T00:01:00.001-04:00

Happy September Everybody...can you believe it's already here? Wow does time fly. With it being the start of the month a new Beary Scrap challenge is here. Our newest challenge is a sketch and you'll love your finished project with it for sure. Be sure to hop on over to the blog to check it out and submit your entry.

This week I wanted to give the Tear Bears a shot. Granted I'm not Patricia who so totally rocks out Tear Bears, but I think I did a good job with my little Elephant. I used the Springtime Echo Park paper wanting that last little bit of poppy colors before the fall colors move in.

Recipe : Emma Elephant Tear Bear Pattern,

Mulberry Paper,

Scor-Pal Tape,

Echo Park 12 x 12 Kit

Look forward to seeing you next week and remember to join in our new challenge and you might just win...

Hugs,

2011-08-31T00:01:00.001-04:00

Hi Everyone, welcome to Heartfelt Wednesday. I was so lucky last week to be able to get to work for Heartfelt at a scrapbook show. I had so much fun running the make and take table. It was so nice to be able to actually meet Emma Lou from Heartfelt, who I work for on the design team. Granted with emails and all you feel like you know someone, but it's just never the same as face to face.

This week I am highlighting the Hydrangea Stamp set. I've wanted to use this stamp since I got it and just didn't have a chance until now. The background paper was created using a word stamp all over. Doesn't it look so trendy. I love it.

Be sure to hop on over to the other design team members blogs and see what beauties they have to inspire you with.

Easel Love Card

2011-08-29T06:35:00.001-04:00

Good Morning and I hope the start of your week is going great. Today I wanted to share with you an easel card I made. The collection is from KaiserCraft Miss Nelly and you know how much I love the colors in this set...happy, happy, happy.

The front of the card is adorned with handmade flowers using Cheery Lynn Dies. The petals were all spritzed with water, crushed and then left to dry. Once layered they really are full and beautiful.

The interior of the card is much more simple...so of course it will close. The liquid pearls help tie in to the pearl brads on the front.

I always think easel cards are so pretty, but I especially liked created it in the circle shape...just little different.

Have a great week and I'll see you Wednesday.

Hugs,

A Boy and His Dog

2011-08-27T00:02:00.026-04:00

I love this layout...everything about it. The colors, the paper, the flowers and of course the little boy!
I created the flowers using Heartfelt Botanical Flower Stamps...I'm addicted to this stamp set lately. Beautiful!.

The paper line is from Webster's Pages... aren't they adorable.

Can't wait to show you more goodies next...so until then, have a great weekend.

Hugs

Bingo Box

2011-08-25T00:01:00.004-04:00

Happy Thursday everyone! Beary Scraps bingo challenge is still going on so this week I picked Distress, Glitter and Lace. The base for my box uses Echo Parks newest collection Victoria Gardens. I adore the versatility of the sheet music paper...perfect for this project.

The distressing was done several ways...first I inked the edges of the box with Distress Ink...then I stamped the leaves with Distress Crackle Paint. After the paint was dried I re stamped with Memento Ink.

The flowers are from Prima and I added Stickles Glitter to the edges for a little extra pop.

Finally for the lace, I created the lace handmade flower. It was so easy. I just took a scrap piece of lace and formed it into a circle and applied it to some Scor-Pal Tape...have to say if you want strong tape, goods lands it's great.

So that wraps up my Bingo Box....It's ready to pop a gift card or a small trinket inside and pass it along to a friend.

Be sure to check back this weekend as I have a great layout to share.

Hugs,