Scrappy Girl

Happy Celebration to You!

2011-06-26T08:27:00.000-05:00

Happy Celebration to you! This card was created using many wonderful products. The digital star background paper is from Adorable Digital Design and the red and white strip digital paper is from the Polkadoodles Sundae of Seasons CD-ROM.

To add depth I added glitter, ribbon, a button and clear glaze. The digital image was colored with Copics. The digital image was created by Learning-Years, coloring pages. You can download your free image here. Join Polkadoodles red, white and blue challenge here to win a prize!

Challenges I participated in: Catch The Bug - Red, White & Blue + Add a Ribbon, Colour Me Creative Copic's Challenge - must use copics, Marks Finest Papers -#61 Make It Sparkle, My Sheri Crafts - Independence Day, Fairy Tale - America.

Just Because

2011-06-17T03:30:00.025-05:00

Emma over at Polkadoodle's decided the challenge this week is "All of a flutter - use pretty things with wings." I created a cute notepad holder using elements from the Double Sprinkle of Kraft CD-ROM from Polkadoodles.

Front view of the note pad. Did you notice the raised flowers? I used a product called Liquid Applique in white and pink. You can go here to learn more about this Liquid Applique which I have posted previously here.

Inside view of the note pad. This makes a very simple and sweet gift for a friend or co-worker. Start with solid cardstock measuring 5 1/4 x 7 3/4. Score on the long side (7 3/4) at 3 3/4 & 4 inches. Adhere sticky pad.

Challenges I participated in: Delightful Challenges - Anything goes, Southern Girls - Anything goes.

Life is a Matter of Moments

2011-06-13T21:12:00.005-05:00

I got this idea from Sandi MacIver's instructions. I love the SU Elements of Style stamp set for this creation. I did choose different colors than her original creations. I think this layout would work for all color choices. The stamped image was water colored. I love how the Top Note die works so well with the new Decorated Label punch. The punch fits perfectly in the center of the Top Note die. Are you impressed with this shabby chic card?Challenges I participated in: Make it colorful - Colour with Blue, Come and Get It Challenges - Green, Brown and Blue, Kaboodle Doodles - Flowers as main focus, Make it Monday - Anything Goes.

You can click here to access the instructions.

Scooter

2011-06-10T03:30:00.006-05:00

This week's Polkadoodle challenge is to make something for your dad or another man in your life. Today, I want to share a card I design using the Not for Girls CD-ROM from Polkadoodles.

I choose to work with the scooter collection. The digital background paper was printed out and then ran through an argyle embossing folder.
Then I printed the other layers out three times and layered them with 3-d tape. Next, I added two antique brads which gives the card a masculine appearance. You could create a girls card by simply putting rhinestones or pearls in place of the antique brads. You have a super scooter weekend! Challenges I participated in:
Do You Stack Up? - Birthday, Paper Shelter Challenge - Celebrate.

Craft Tip #11: Baker's Twine

2011-06-08T03:30:00.005-05:00

During a search I came across this title “Make Your Own Baker’s Twine”…yes, I thought, how! How could I use this in my card making? All the beautiful colors.
Just some basic supplies and you too can make your own. Would this be something you would do? Please leave a comment......Click here to view a video on how to make your own baker's twine.

Paper Bag Lanterns

2011-06-05T07:19:00.012-05:00

Aren’t these pretty? I love all the different colors and they would make a simple centerpiece or would look great hanging in garland fashion across the tree limb, eve of the porch or anywhere.
With the end of school, beginning of summer, graduations and 4th of July on the horizon as well, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate and have a party. Inserting a flameless candle or tealight inside would give it a natural glow at night. Click here to see how to make these paper bag lanterns.

For my crafting friends; How about stamping all over a plain white or brown bag with stamps, sticks, ribbon? Now you have one more decoration to add to your list.

Frolicking Frog Whiper Card

2011-06-03T03:30:00.011-05:00

Is it Friday already?! Time for another Polkadoodle challenge! The blog hop from last week is still running, so if you've not yet entered then you've got until 12noon GMT on Sunday to enter! Plenty of prizes to be won along the way - click here to get started!

This week's Polkadoodle challenge is to make something with a Secret - either a hidden message or image. I have a wiper card to share with you.

I created this Wiper Card using papers from the One Lumper Two collections from Polkadoodles Sugar Birdies Collectors Edition CD and SU Frolicking Frogs set. I colored the stamped image with Copic Markers.

Click here to access the directions to make a fun Wiper Card.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'Secret' challenge simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Challenges I participated in: Stampavie and More - more than one fold, Paper Crafting Journey - Anything goes.

Polkadoodles Blog Hop

2011-05-27T03:30:00.011-05:00

The blog hop from last week is still running, so if you've not yet entered then you've got until 12noon GMT on Sunday to enter!

Welcome to Friday and Polkadoodle's Blog Hop with prizes.

The general idea of the 'MALE' hop is as follows - visit each blog in order and collect a word. Write the word down as you go....when you visit all stops the words will state a message. Leave a comment on each of the Design Team blogs to be eligible for a chance of winning their candy.

This card was created using Polka Doodles Father's Day/Family Download Kit. I used 3 of the pattern papers from the kit. I layered the center element three times and the saying twice.

Leave a comment, become a follower and you could be the lucky winner of the A Double Sprinkle of Kraft CD Rom

If you come from Fliss, then you are in the right place! My word for the blog hop is THE. Next stop is Colette. The hop closes on Sunday.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'Male' challenge simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Other challenges I participated in: Inspire Me Fridays - Anything Goes, Charisma Cardz - Male Card.

Quick and Easy Card

2011-05-23T03:30:00.002-05:00

Just a quick card for this Monday. I used the sentiment 'today is SPECIAL just like you' from Creative Vision's Hip Hip Hooray stamp set. This card is quick, easy and a great way to use up your scrap paper you have sitting around.

What to make this card?
1. Cut your white cardstock 3 1/2 x 8 1/2, fold at 4 1/4. Round all four corners. This will be your base card.
2. Pink cardstock punch two - 1 3/8 squares. Round three of the corners.
3. Emboss the pink squares using the Spot & Dots embossing folder.
4. Light blue cardstock punch two - 1 3/8 squares. Round three of the corners.
5. Emboss the light blue cardstock using the circles embossing folder.
6. Adhere pieces to base card. Place layered sticker in the center.
7. Stamp twith black ink the sentiment and emboss with clear embossing powder.

Hoot Hoot Hooray - I'ts Your Birthday

2011-05-20T03:30:00.007-05:00

For this week's Polkadoodle's challenge, it was to create anything but a card. I created this cute mini heart gift bag.

The digital paper and element is from the Double Sprinkle of Kraft cd from Polkadoodles. Notice the 3-d flower? You too, can make one by punching out 2-five petal flowers. Then pinch the tips of each flower petal. Do this to both flowers. Next, layer the flowers by off setting the petals. Punch a center and then layer a frosted pearl.

What do you think of the mini heart bag? You can download the Mini Heart Bag template by clicking here.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'anything but a card' challenge simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Challenges I participated in: C.R.A.F.T. - Happy Birthday, Charisma Cardz - Birthdays in pink, Paper Romance - Anything but a card, Southern Girls - Lace & pearls, Penny's Paper-Crafty - Anything Goes.

Papers and Pixels On-line Magazine

2011-05-18T03:30:00.002-05:00

The May Edition of Papers and Pixels is alive and well, and waiting for you! There's plenty of Father's Day projects and tutorials to keep you busy, and a couple of new and exciting topics for you to check out.

To download the pdf version, click HERE

To download the zipped version, click HERE

Dance Moves

2011-05-16T03:30:00.003-05:00

Hi Stampers, welcome back. I have another FABULOUS card for you today and this time I coupled it with the Creative Vision's Officially Single Stamp set. This rubber stamp design is great for layering using paper piecing techniques which I did for her dress.

RECIPE: Stamp Set: Officially Single
Card Base: Light blue pieces cut at 4-1/4 x 11, score and fold at 5-1/2, 2-3/4 x 3-3/4, 1-4/8 x 5-1/2, 1-3/4 x 2-4/8. attern Paper - SU cut 1/4 inch less than the card base cardstock indicated above.Other: Ribbon, Copic Markers, Memento Ink, Clear Embossing Powder, Sizzix Reindeer Head.

Challenges I particpated in: One Stitch At A Time - Anything Goes, Scrappy Frogs - Anything Goes.

Wings

2011-05-13T03:30:00.007-05:00

For this weeks Polkadoodle's challenge, you have a menu to choose from. This is an exciting challenge. For my card I selected to use the color turquoise, lace, crystals and a butterfly.

The turquoise background paper is from the Not For Girls cd, the pattern paper is from the Double Sprinkle of Kraft cd, the butterfly element is part of the 'Magical Days' collection from the All Around & Everywhere cd which I layered with 3-d dots. Then added lace and some crystal. The overall feeling is magical don't you think?

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'menu' select one from each of the categories: Color - Pink or Turquoise, Image - Fairy or Butterfly, Embellishment 1 - Ribbon or Lace, Embellishment 2 Pearls or Crystals simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the PolkadoodlesChallenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Challenges I participated in: Crafty Creations - Anything Goes, Divas by Design - Anything Goes, Penny's Paper-Crafty - Anything Goes, Stars and Stamps Midweek Throwdown - Things With Wings

Craft Tip #10: Sticky Scissors

2011-05-10T06:00:00.001-05:00

When cutting out sticky items rub some Versamark Watermark ink over the scissors blades. They'll cut right through and not collect the sticky residue on them.

Birthday Bear

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

Well here we are into May already. I can't believe how fast time goes by..

To create today's card, you will need to stamp the birthday bear image from Creative Vision's Hip Hip Hooray set on white card stock. I choose to color the birthday bear with Copic markers. Did you notice the oval emboss frame? You too can re-create this by using an oval photo mat. You will need to insert your white cardstock into an embossing folder of your choice, next layer on top of the folder your oval photo mat. Next, run the stack through a die cut machine. The center of the oval will be smooth which is perfect surface for stamping.

Challenges I participated in: Come and Get It Challenges - Birthdays, Creative Cowgirls - Anything Goes, Catch The Bug - Anything Goes, Ellephantastic - Birthday Party, One Stop Craft - Birthdays

Hoot Medallion Easel Card

2011-05-06T03:30:00.002-05:00

This hoot medallion style easel card was created using the digital paper and owl element from the 'Mr Twitty' collection from the Paper Boutique Vol 1 cd.
I layered the owl piece several times to add dimension. Next, came some scibbles swirles and buttons.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'easel card', simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles
Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Challenges I participated in: Some Odd Girl - Shaped card, Crafts and Me - Swirls, Divas by Design - Anything goes

Today is Special

2011-05-02T03:30:00.005-05:00

It's time for another Monday with D'Anne. I created an elegant Mother's day card to share with you today.

Stamp the sentiment 'today is Special just like you' from Creative Vision Hip Hip Hooray set on cream cardstock in black ink and then heat emboss. Next, layer the sentiment onto dark blue cardstock for added interest. The flowers were punched out of cream cardstock and then I used a soft pad and a score tool to give the flowers life.

Challenges I participated in: 2 Sisters - For A Mom, Stamp, Scrap and Doodle - Mothers Day Project, Card Cupids - Mothers Day,
I Did It Creations - Mothers Day

Recipe:
Stamp: Hip Hip Hooray
Paper: SU and HL
Other: Rhinstones, SU Bo Ho Blossm & Decorative label punches and ribbon

Be Creative Video

2011-04-30T08:43:00.002-05:00

I came across this video on how to make a quick pennant. Thought you would enjoy watching it as well. ENJOY!

Serene Spring

2011-04-29T03:30:00.003-05:00

This week Enfys, is the leader for our Polkadoodle challenge theme. Our challenge was to create a project using any shade of blue, aqua and purple but, we had to use all colours. I used embellishments to capture all the required colors in this card.

The digital paper is from the Double Sprinkles of Kraft CD by Polkadoodles. The digital felt flowers, fiber and antique brads add dimension without bulk. You can download these elements for free by clicking here.

The main stamped image is from the 'Serene Spring' stamp set by Stampin Up. I colored the image with Copics and added Crystal Effects.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'color theme', simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Challenges I participated in: Inspire Me Fridays - Always anything goes, Paper Cutz - Anything goes, Stamp Something - Things with wings.

Craft Tip #9:Stamping on Transparency

2011-04-27T03:30:00.001-05:00

Stamping on a transparency or acetate adds new texture and exciting dimension to your project. Create stunning works of art or unique projects with just a few different supplies added to your material list. Unleash your creativity and welcome all the new ideas that will flood your mind after adding this to your growing list of stamp techniques.

Click here to download a handout on how to stamp on transparencies.

Click on the links below to watch videos on using transparencies.

Stamping on Transparencies : Part 1 of 3 (Two Peas In A Bucket)

Stamping on Transparencies : Part 2 of 3 (Two Peas In A Bucket)

Stamping on Transparencies : Part 3 of 3 (Two Peas In A Bucket)

For You Gift Bag

2011-04-25T03:30:00.001-05:00

So today, I have a project using a lunch size paper bag. Rather then doing a card this time, I decided that it would be fun to do something 3D. Here's a gift bag featuring the sentiment 'Just for You' from the Hip Hip Hooray stamp set by Creative Vision.

Using a lunch size paper bags, add some solid and pattern paper, stamps and embellishments a you have just made a wonderful gift bag. This project is very fast and simple to do. Hope you have a fantastic day!

Challenges I participated in: Karber Challenge - Something Cute, Little Claire's - Animals, Stamp, Scrap and Doodle - Add A Tag to your Project

Recipe:
Stamp: Hip Hip Hooray
Paper: HL
Other: SU Square Lattice embossing folder, SU small/large tag punches, ribbon, silver twine, Polkadoodles (digital bear)

April Showers Brings May Flowers

2011-04-22T03:30:00.000-05:00

I created my card using the digital papers from Polkadoodles Wonderland CD. The digital flower element and sentiment is from the summer collection on the Polkadoodles Sundae of Seasons CD. I used pink and white liquid applique on the flowers to provide more texture.

Challenges I participated in: AiFactory - Flowes in bloom, C.R.A.F.T. - Flowers, Creative Card Crew - Spring, Paper Shelter Challenge - Nature inspired

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'three pattern paper', simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Recipe
Stamp: Polkadoodles Wonderland and Sundae of Seasons, Paper: HL & Polkadoodles, Other: Liquid applique, SU Scallop Oval punch, clear effects, ribbon, beads

Craft Tip #8: Rubbing Alcohol

2011-04-20T03:30:00.001-05:00

Just a quick tip...rubbing alcohol cleans a myriad of mistakes. acrylic paint, alcohol ink, most inks, in fact can be easily cleaned up using rubbing alcohol. I keep a bottle handy to clean up my work surface.

Here are some links to great videos on using alcohol in your craft projects.

Acrylics & Alcohol don't mix, or do they?

Polished Stone Technique

Happy Birthday Happy

2011-04-18T03:30:00.001-05:00

Hope you enjoyed your weekend. Today's card features the sentiment 'Happy Birthday Happy' from the Hip Hip Hooray Set by Creative Vision.

I also wanted to create two backgrounds so I combined two pattern paper together along with flower cut outs with pearl centers. Talk about simplicity making an impact!

Challenges I participated in:

Pile It On - Use a rubber stamp (no digis), Baby Bud - #6 Flowers My Grafico - Anything goes, A Gem of a Challenge - Pearls and/or swirls, Crafty Calendar - April Showers Bring Forth May Flowers

Recipe: Stamps: Hip Hip Hooray set, Paper: HL, Other: Scibbles Swirle die, Cricut 'Bloom' cartridge, pearls, ink

What's Shakin Mini Book

2011-04-16T06:00:00.001-05:00

Welcome to this month's Special Edition Creative Vision's Design Team 5 Blog Hop.

There will be random prizes awarded to bloggers who post comments. Be sure to become a Creative Vision blog follower, if you are not already, in order to be eligible for those prizes.

Today we will hop hop hop our way to each member's blog as they showcase their collective talent with our hop theme - Anything But A Card

I have created a mini book to share with you out of one 12x12 piece of pattern paper.

First, gather a single12 by 12 sheet of pattern paper to make this mini book with four pages and measures 6 by 3 inches. I featured the new Creative Vision stamp set 'What's Shakin' through out the mini book.

Top view of the four pages.

The the mini book insert measures 2 1/2 x 5 1/4 inches. Inserts can be accessed from the top and side of the mini book.

Close up of the mini book inserts.

Backside of the mini book. Video on how to create a mini book for yourself can be found here.

Following the hop Laura will give away a few SHOPPING SPREES! YIPPEE!

Well! On with the hop....

Judy Guest Designer

Live, Life, Love

2011-04-15T03:30:00.003-05:00

Let's Live, Life and Love! My card and sentiment was created from the Love & Cherish cd. Not sure if you can see from the photo but, I dressed up the Bride and Groom. The bride's wedding dress was embellished with dazzling glitter. The grooms top hat and over coat was embellished with black glitter.

Challenges I participated in: Little Miss Muffet Challenges - Glitter & shine, Pixie Dust Studio - Say it out loud (include a sentiment), Creative Craft World - Weddings/Anniversaries.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 'Tie the Knot' theme, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Recipe

Stamp: Polkadoodle Love & Cherish CD

Paper: HL & Polkadoodles

Other: Glitter (clear and black), Punches (1 and 1 1/4 circle), SU Scallop Heart Punch

Craft Tip #8: Sharpening Punches

2011-04-13T03:30:00.000-05:00

Punched out shapes are excellent additions to your stamped art. Ornaments and embellishments can be used for accents, and are especially eye-catching when cut from metallic paper, brightly contrasting colored paper or paper that has been inked and heat embossed with sparkle powder. The corners of cards or layers can be rounded or punched to add elegance.

I know we've seen at least one of these ideas, but here are a couple of new ones: Punch through waxed paper several times to lubricate the blades. When the cuts from the punch are no longer as clean, punch through very fine sandpaper several times to sharpen the blades. If the punch is sticking or tearing the paper, you can also punch through aluminum foil in addition to the waxed paper and sandpaper.

Enjoy the Journey

2011-04-12T03:30:00.005-05:00

I needed to make a quick card for a co-work who is taking a new job. This is called a Tri Fold Card using a 4 x 12 piece of pattern paper.

Inside View

I used the turtle image from the SU stamp set called 'It's the Thought.' I colored the image with Copics. This card is perfect for all those small stamp images you have sitting around. Below is the video where I learned how to create the base of the card.

Challenges I participated in: A Spoonful Of Sugar - All Creatures Great & Small, Karen's Doodles Netherlands - Anything Goes, Make it Monday - Anything Goes, Woodware USA - Anything Goes

Birthday Girl

2011-04-11T03:30:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday! I woke up early today with another busy week ahead of me. I had a fun time over the weekend creating a monochromatic project to share with you.

I wanted to create a card which is different than the standard card size. This card is 4 x 8 which I embossed with the Swiss & Dot embossing folder leaving a small space smooth. This smooth space allowed me to stamp and emboss the sentiment 'Birthday Girl' from the Hip Hip Hooray Stamp set by Creative Vision.

Challenges I participated in: Allsorts - Anything but a Square, Crafty Catz - 1E - Embossing, Fairy Tale - Happy birthday

Recipe: Stamps: Creative Vision, Paper: HL, Other: EK Success stickers, Spots & Dot embossing folder, silver cord

Craft Tip #7: Mulberry Paper

2011-04-06T03:30:00.001-05:00

Here's a tip on what to do with all that mulberry paper you have sitting around. Mulberry paper is often used as an accent or part of a layered effect in collage, scrapbooking, rubber stamping and other paper arts. I love the lightweight feel to it, but I also love strong color. Here's a perfect way to marry the two.

Stamp and heat emboss with clear embossing powder onto it. Add a couple colors of watercolor paint and let dry.

Easy peasy, lots of eye popping color, and if you want to go back to old school, you can even tear a nice feathered edge. Perfect for cards and other small projects.

Click here for a printable tips and tricks sheet using Mulberry paper.

Hip Hip Hooray

2011-04-04T03:30:00.002-05:00

It’s Monday once again…. and it definitely came to soon. I had a wonderful time this weekend and the weather was great. So for today’s card, I decided to work again with a sentiment from the Hip Hip Hooray set by Creative Vision.

I stamped the Hip Hip Hooray circle sentiment and then punched it out using a 1 inch circle punch. It fits perfectly into a bottle cap. This week I challenge you to create a project using bottle caps.

Challenges I participated in: Crafty Hos' - Girly Birthday card, I Did It Creations - Anything Goes, Little Claire's - Any Celebration with Spring Theme or Colours

Recipe:

Stamps: Hip Hip Hooray Set by Creative VisionPaper: HL Other: SU Pink Passion ink, Good Old Values Glitter and Foil Sticker, Bottle Cap, 1 inch circle punch, silver eyelets, MS Scallop Edge Punch

Heated Pearls

2011-04-01T03:30:00.004-05:00

Hello everyone. I'm excited to share a technique with you today. The background of this card was created using a technique called heated pearls.

To create the background mix school glue and bronze Pearl Ex powder together and then stippled mixture onto the glossy paper which was brayed with purple ink. Heat set the mixture once it is applied. As you heat set the mixture bubbles will start to appear. The digital element I used for my focal point is from Polkadoodles All Around & Everywhere cd. Click here for a link to a tutorial on heated pearls.

Challenges I participated in: Craft Us Crazy - Easter/ Spring, Delightful Challenges - Flowers, Lili of the Valley - Spring, The Rubber Cafe - Spring Flowers.

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles no printed background paper, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Craft Tip #6: Pearl Ex Powders

2011-03-30T03:30:00.003-05:00

Pearl Ex powdered pigments are simply a dry powdered form of color which has some sparkle to it. You can use it as a dry powder or mix it into something and apply it wet as a paint.

Pearl Ex powdered pigments can be used in a wide variety of ways. The key to understanding them is simply to experiment with them. I'll give you a few ideas to get your started. This is pretty much what I like to do and what I have found that works for me.

Put hairspray and dollop of Pearl Ex in spray bottle, spray on paper for shimmery look. You will keep adding the Pearl Ex until you get the right amount of simmer. Download a Printable Pearl Ex Tip Sheet.

Here is a video on rubber stamping with Pearl Ex by night cats.

You're Out Of This World

2011-03-28T03:30:00.001-05:00

Welcome my friends, just want to start off by saying you are out of this world. I have created a Birthday spinner card to share with you this week. I used the sentiment from the Hip Hip Hooray set by Creative Vision. I'm sure any young boy would love receiving this interactive card.

The moon was created using a 1 1/4 circle, small and large oval punches. I then ran the circle through an embossing folder. I used the word window punch to create the slot for the rocket but, you could use a kraft knife and ruler. The digital paper and rocket element are from the Not for Girls Definitely for Men CD created byPolkadoodles.

Spinner cards are highly addictive. If you start to steal pennies from your child's piggy bank, or you stumble across them; I'm sure you will enjoy making one. Start collecting your pennies now! Click here for a tutorial on how to make a spinner card.

Challenges I participated in: CD Sunday - Transport, Gingerloft - Die Cuts or Punches, Wee memories - Anything Goes

Recipe: Stamp: Hip Hip Hooray set (Birthday Boy sentiment) Digital Paper and Printable Elements: Polkadoodle Not for Girls Definitely for Men CD Paper: HL (green, red, white) Other: SU punches (1 1/4 circle, large and small oval, word window), circle embossing folder

Best Fishes

2011-03-25T03:30:00.001-05:00

It's been awhile since I used this Stampin Up set and this card was just screaming for for me to use it. I dedicate this card to all my on-line crafting 'Best Fishes.'

This hybrid card was created with Polkadoodles Tweet digital paper from the Paper Boutique Volume 1 cd and Stampin Up Best Fishes stamp set. The layout was created using Microsoft word features.

The stamped images were colored with Copic markers, added Doodle Dewdrops and some ribbon for the finishing touches. I can say this is my favorite hybrid card I have created so far.

Challenges I participated in:

Little Miss Muffet Challenges - Brads, Gems or Pearls

Southern Girls - Animal

Crafts and Me - Anything Goes

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles book challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Recipe:

Paper - Polkadoodles (Paper Boutique Volume 1) cd, HL (kraft & green) cardstock

Stamps - SU Best Friends set

Copics - BV00, BV02, V15, V17, B0000, B000, Y21, Y17, YR61

Ink - Memento Rich Cocoa

Other - Ribbon & Doodle dewdrops

Decorative Label Punch Cropped Video

2011-03-23T03:30:00.002-05:00

I love working with SU new large decorative label punch but, wait till you see what you can do to create a small label die cut. This is a video I found on YouTube and thought you would enjoy.

Click the last box (box with 4 arrorws) on your right to make video bigger.

Craft Tip #5: Acrylic Blocks

2011-03-22T03:30:00.001-05:00

An easy and quick way to clean up your acrylic stamping blocks is to use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. It'll take all the ink (including permanent!) and the oily residue you get from stamp cleaners right off of them with practically no effort at all.

Now, let's get our blocks out and create a stamped background.

Courtesy of Splitcoast Stampers

Hey Lady

2011-03-21T03:30:00.003-05:00

Okay, here's my take on the the sentiment 'I heard they're dusting off your old bar stool!' from the Creative Vision Officially Single stamp set. What do you think? Does the sentiment and elements work together?

Being on the Creative Design team we are not allow to use other companies stamps so, I used this punch art of a lady sitting with her back to a bar. I believe Ellen Kemper is the person who originally created this punch art.

Challenges I participated in:

Sugar Creek Hollow - Anything Goes

Paper Cutz - Your Choice

Recipe:

Paper - Polkadoodles Paper Boutique Vol 1, HL (Kraft/green)

Stamp set - Creative Vision

Other - SU square lattice embossing folder, SU punches (lg oval, 1 1/4 circle, butterfly, heart to heart, word window, scallop oval)

Floral Frenzy Flip Album

2011-03-18T03:30:00.001-05:00

Tracie, over at Polkadoodle choose the theme of books this week. I’m still loving the springtime feeling which made me want to make a bright and cheerful flip album. This album can capture your Easter photos of your family and friends.

Close-up

My album was created using the Floral Frenzy digital paper and flowers from the All Around & Everywhere cd.
Challenges I participated in: Art Impressions Stamps Challenge - Punches or Die Cuts, Digi Doodle Shop's Best - Anything Goes, Southern Girls - Use Flowers, Creative Cottage - Spring

Recipe: Paper: HL and Polkadoodles, Digital Elements Polkadoodles, Scribbles Swirls, SU top note die, ribbon, silver cord, eyelets, 3/4 & 1 inch circle punches.

Bliss

2011-03-16T03:59:00.002-05:00

Today I have a quick, clean and simple card to share. The base of this card was created using only white cardstock. The silver layer was created by dragging a silver ink pad around all sides of the cardstock leaving the center untouched. Using the ink pad to create the silver paper is a cost savings idea. Next, I dragged the silver ink pad over the embossed paper.

Challenges I participated in:

Going Grey With Scrap-Creations - Anything Goes

Make it Monday - Anything Goes

Paper Sundaes - Keep it Simple

Recipe:

Stamp: Bliss SU

Paper: SUwhite

Other: AU Wallpaper embossing folder, silver ink, ribbon, SU scallop square punch.

Craft Tip #4: Flower Soft

2011-03-15T03:30:00.004-05:00

Have you ever heard of Flower Soft? Flower Soft is an innovative product that allows rubber stampers and paper crafters to add floral embellishments to a wide variety of projects. Flower Soft is sprinkled onto glue where it adheres to create the impression of flowers.

This was my last year's Thanksgiving day card.

Flower Soft is sold in jars and in a range of different colors. As Flower Soft is very light, a little goes a long way. The range of colors includes bright primary shades through to light pastel colors.

Click here to download a handout '20 Top Tips' for using Flower Soft.

Want to purchase some Flower Soft? A full list of stockists can be found on the retailer page of the Flower Soft website.

Kite Flying

2011-03-14T03:30:00.004-05:00

Hello friends, today I have a card which I did some sewing on. I have seen many cards incorporating this technique so I thought I would give it a try.

My sentiment? Officially Single is from the Creative Vision Officially Single stamp set. I was trying to decide what I could create to go along with this sentiment...and then it came to me. Kite flying.... I always enjoyed kite flying when I was a young girl.

Challenges I participated in:

Let's Ink It Up - NO DIGI and Embossing

Aly's Sunday Challenge - Anything goes

Recipe:
Stamp: Officially Single
Paper: HL & SU
Other: Rhinestones, Crystal Effects, glitter, sewing, circle embossing folder.

Romantic Wedding

2011-03-11T03:30:00.002-06:00

Today's challenge over at Polkadoodles is to create a project using black, white and one other color. For this card I stepped a little outside my comfort zone.

This card was created with black, white and various shades of cream. The digital paper is from the 'Shabby Estate' collection from the Polkdoodles All Around and Everywhere CD. This CD is perfect for your craft project, scrapbooking, invitation, web design, paper product, design card and everything else.

The dimensional window was created using Microsoft features. I added a punched butterfly and pearls to give it another level of wow.

Challenges I participated in:Digi Doodle Shop's Best -Pearls, Do You Stack Up? - Layers, ABC Challenge - P is for Pearls, Paper Pretties - Ribbon, Alphabet Challenge - R is For Ribbon

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles black, white and one other color challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Recipe: Polkadoodles All Around and Everywhere CD, Small and large pearls, ribbon, SU scallop edge border punch and Crystal Effects.

Four Leaf Clover Printable and Lesson

2011-03-10T03:53:00.003-06:00

Download a printable sheet of four-leaf clovers and follow along as Michelle Houghton teaches you how to colour them in with Copic markers to make this card.

Friend-to-Friend

2011-03-09T03:30:00.002-06:00

Today I'm sharing one of the cards we made last week at our monthly stamp club. I loved how we used the framed tulip embossing folder and then applied different colors of ink to bring out the details. Isn't this darling?

I love embossing folders and this new one is wonderful....it's just the frame around the card that get emboss so the center you can insert some DSP to give your project a perfect frame.

Challenge I participated in:

Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes

Craft Tip #3: Liquid Applique

2011-03-08T03:30:00.002-06:00

Today I will provide you with some tips and ideas using a product called liquid applique. If you have not never worked with it, let me tell you will become addicted.

Liquid applique can help emphasize a certain area of a shape or picture, such as the center of a flower or the candles on a birthday cake. You can color your liquid applique with ink to enhance an element of your projects. Extra fine glitter can be added to the liquid applique for extra sparkle. Liquid applique comes in different colors. If you are planing to mail your project put clear embossing powder on the liquid applique before heating it. This will make it hard so it will not flatten in the mail.

Here is a card I did using liquid applique.

Click here for a printable handout about liquid applique. Must have a Google account to access handout.

This week, I challenge you to make your project using a little bit of liquid applique. Create some snow, the look of fur or wool or anything else that would work with liquid applique somewhere on your project!

Let's Celebrate

2011-03-07T03:30:00.002-06:00

Today I'm sharing a bright and colorful card using a technique called Glitter Window. Since this upcoming weekend is Daylight Savings I thought it would be fitting to showcase spring colors.

My sentiment? Let's Celebrate is from the Officially Single stamp set. I love the simplicity of this card and the texture and bling – provides some extra pizzazz! The Glitter Technique tutorial is located here.

Challenges I participated in:

Let's Ink It Up - NO DIGI and Embossing
Card Cupids - Anything Goes
Catch The Bug - Anything Goes

Recipe:
Stamp: Officially Single
Paper: HL & DCWV
Other: SU Square Lattice embossing folder, SU large oval punch, Fine glitter, tape, Suzzix Tulip die, Ribbon, Black Ink, Rhinestones, Silk flower.

Petal Power

2011-03-04T03:30:00.003-06:00

I wanted to share a gift box I created and embellished it with three fancy folded flowers. The digital paper is from Let's have a Picnic on the Polkadoodles All Around and Everywhere CD. The flowers were created using 8 (1-1/8 inch) circle punch and the Swiss Dot embossing folder.

I just loved how this gift box turned out. I'm thinking I can purchase a small gift for my mother-in-law for Mother's day. If you would like to make the Fancy Folded Flowers you can download the printable instructions (1st page/2nd page).

Challenges I participated in: C.R.A.F.T. - Mother's Day, Do You Stack Up? - use anything with green in it, Simply Create - Power of Flowers, The Stamp Man - Curls and Swirls

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles 3 flowers challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

Recipe:
Paper: Polkadoodles digital paper and HL
Other: SU lattice edge border, sizzlet leaf die, 1 1/8 circle punch, swiss dot folder, ribbon and a hot glue gun.

Lucky Hat Freebie

2011-03-03T03:30:00.002-06:00

Top o’ the mornin’ to ya! Here’s a new free svg from MyGrafico for St. Patrick’s Day, a lucky hat. You can use this design for cards, scrapbook pages, decorating or any craft projects you might be doing.

Click here to download the freebie.

Lake People

2011-03-02T03:49:00.008-06:00

Today I have another card using the Hooked on Fishing set from Creative Vision to share with you…have I convinced you to purchase this set yet?!

My goal on this card was not to use allot of stamping but, for the sentiment to stand out. So, I created this cute male swimmer with punches. I loved how the colors put a smile on your face. Download the printable instructions here. You will need a Google account to access document.

Challenge I participated in: Woodware USA - Anything goes

Recipe: Creative Vision Hooked on Fishing (Lake People), Paper HL, SU Punches and Ink, Oval Coluzzle and SU Lattice Embossing Folder.

Craft Tip #2: Card Sizes

2011-03-01T03:30:00.004-06:00

Do you have trouble figuring out card and envelope sizes?

Common card & envelope sizes:
Half sheet 8 ½ x 11” cardstock folded in half makes a 4 ¼ x 5 ½” card = fits an A2 envelope (4 3/8 x 5 ¾)

5 ½ x 8 ½ - full sheet of cardstock folded in half = fits an A9 envelope (5 ¾ x 8 ¾)

5 x 7 card = fits an A7 envelope (5 ¼ x 7 ¼)

4 x 6 card = fits an A6 envelope (4 ¾ x 6 ½)

Flying High

2011-02-28T03:30:00.004-06:00

Have you ever gotten so far behind that you wonder if you will ever catch up again? I am there! *sigh* I just wanted to make a quick post before I attack my to do list again.

This card was created using Blackleaf Studios Flying High Digital Stamp set. This set comprises of 7 air crafts to embellish your crafts. To play along in this week's MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the MyGrafico Challenge Blog.

Challenges I participated in: Little Claire's - Anything Goes, Send A Smile 4 Kids- Birthday Boy

Recipe: HL Paper, Ribbon, SU small and large star punches, glitter, Crystal Effects, Copics, swiss dots embossing folder.

Shamrock Patterned Cupcake Wrapper Freebie

2011-02-26T06:00:00.000-06:00

Celebrate St.Patricks Day with this fun Shamrock patterned cupcake wrapper by Blackleaf Studios. I can see this being created in shades of green cardstock. Oh wait a minute, what about gold cardstock?

Click here to download the freebie.

Emerald Blessing

2011-02-25T03:30:00.003-06:00

Are you ready for another challenge? Enfys over at Polkadoodles wanted use to create a project which includes at least 2 different ribbons and a charm on our design.

For this card I used the green digital paper collection from the Sundae of Seasons CD from Polkadoodles and the digital Shamrock Bouquet stamp was created by Claire Brennan. I’ve colored the shamrocks with Copics, cut them out and attached with dimensionals.

Would you like the stamp I used? Click here to download, you'll need a Google account. The download contains THREE different digital stamps.

Challenges I participated in: Do You Stack Up? - Anything goes, Guylou's Inimitability - Anything goes, Paper Crafting Journey - Anything goes, Paper Romance - Anything goes, Samuel Taylor's Challenge - Use Copic or Promarkers

To play along in this week's Polkadoodles '2 ribbon and charm' challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the Polkadoodles Challenge Blog. Prizes are waiting to be won!

On the Lake

2011-02-23T03:30:00.003-06:00

I spent some time over the weekend creating. I've forgotten just how much I enjoy playing with patterned papers.

Today I decided to make a card using the On the Lake sentiment from the Hooked on Fishing stamp set from Creative Vision. This week, I challenge you to make a project using mostly pattern papers.

Challenges I participated in:
Partytime Tuesdays - Anything Goes
Stars and Stamps Midweek Throwdown - Any occasion

Recipe: Paper: Bella Blvd (Campers), SU designer paper, HL (kraft, cream, blue and green)Stamp: Creative Vision, Hooked on FishingOther: SU textured impression embossing folder, SU scallop trim border punch, SU Marina Mist ink

Craft Tip #1: Picking Shears

2011-02-22T03:30:00.005-06:00

Want to create a stitched look on your layouts? Do you own a pair of pinking shears?

Use it to cut a straight line down a piece of heavy cardstock. Then use the edges of the cut cardstock to trace zig zag stitches on your layouts using a fine black pen. You can also use them as a decorative border for any of your projects. Plus a great way to use it as a mask on a piece of cardstock or patterend paper.

Sweet Cupcake

2011-02-21T03:30:00.003-06:00

I'm always bummed out when I can't take a little time to play but, not this weekend. I had three days off to play.

Here is a card I made for this week's 'Anything Goes' challenge over at MyGrafico. The card featured one of the cupcake image from the Sweet Cupcake set by Blackleaf Studio. This stamp set is ideal choice for creating those swanky looking invites, birthday cards, party decorations and paper piecing which you can purchase here.

To play along in this week's MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the MyGrafico Challenge Blog.

Challenges I participated in:

MyGrafico - Anything Goes

I Did It Creations - Anything Goes

It's Your Day

2011-02-20T05:27:00.004-06:00

I have created an elegant desk top accessory for your enjoyment today. This is a great project to give to your friends for many occasions. These are made by purchasing a 4x6 acyclic frame and inserting a piece of designer paper.

Many times you can find these acyclic frames at a dollar store. The white note pad was made by a local printing shop. You could create this project using post-it notes but, many of them come in pastel colors and I didn't want to be limited to a specific color combination. It would be easy to convert these for men by changing out the colors and accessories.

Here's a close-up of the flower. How to make the flower: cut pattern paper in 4 x 4 inch piece, you will need three pieces. Start tearing the paper in a circle. Do this three times but, each time make the circle smaller. Layer the different sizes on top of each other and insert an antique brad. Adhere to the frame with a pop dot. To adhere the pad you will want to use red tape so the pad overtime won't fall off from the tugging.

Challenges I participated in: Allsorts - Inspired by nature, Little Claire's Anything Goes

Recipe:
Paper: SU and HL

Other: SU Sizzlists Little Leaves die, antique brad, SU butterfly punch, 4x6 acyclic frame, small pen, note pad

Flower Pot Treat Holder

2011-02-18T03:30:00.002-06:00

Welcome to Monday. Saskia over at Polkdo0dles has chosen this week's theme. The theme is 'chocolate'! I made a Flower Pot Treat Holder to share with you.

The beautiful flower and pot is disguising a Chocolate Strawberry Dum Dum lollipop. The round part of the lollipop is hidden in the flower pot base and the lollipop stick is hidden behind the stem of the leaves.

The flower pot base was created using pattern paper, cupcake digital elements and strawberry digital tag from the Sundae of CD by Polkadoodles. This project was very easy to make. This is great for a party favor or for a special treat for someone sweet. Printable version of the directions can be download here.

Challenges I Participated In:
Polkadoodles - Chocolate

C.R.A.F.T. - Not a card

Colour Create - Chocolate, Strawberry, Cream

Paper Crafting Journey - Anything goes

Rainbow Lady's - use something from a CD (i.e. digital paper), or use part of a CD

Stamp Insanity - Anything but a card

Recipe:

Paper: Polkadoodles DSP and HL
Digital Elements: Polkadoodles
Other: SU Scallop Edge border Punch, 1 1/2 inch circle, scallop circle punch, staples, Sizzlists Little Leaves die, twine, ribbon.

Cuckoo Clock

2011-02-15T03:30:00.001-06:00

Here is a card I made for this week's 'Anything Goes' challenge over at MyGrafico. The card featured the Cuckoo image from the Sweetness Collection by Blackleaf Studios.

This design just came together effortlessly--I love it when that happens. Sometimes I have to try lots of configurations and color combinations before I have something that feels right to me. This one was a snap.

To play along in this week's MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the MyGrafico blog.

Challenges I participated In:

Ooh La La Creations - For someone special

Creative Inspirations Paint - Keep it Sweet and Simple

Recipe:
Paper: HL

Stamp: Blackleaf Studios

Color: Copic's Markers

Layout: SC302

Other: Crystal Effects, Button, Twine, Metal Swirls, Embossing Folder

Birthday Wish

2011-02-14T03:30:00.005-06:00

Welcome! I've been trying to finish up some assignments for the past few days, and I'm almost done with them. Today, I have a Birthday card to share with you.

This card was created using the 'Today You Wish' stamp by Creative Vision. This cute and adventurous saying has now become one of my favorites. The saying would be great for baby showers, birthday parties, weddings, birth announcements, etc.,

Challenges I Participated In:
Crafty Hos' - Brown and Blue

One Stitch At A Time - Make it Pretty

Little Claire's Anything Goes

Recipe:

Paper: HL

Stamp: Creative Vision

Digital Element: Polkadoodles (Sundae of Season's CD)

Other: SU Swirls Scribbles, Paper Studio, ribbon, glitter, Crystal Effects, SU Chocolate Chip ink, clear embossing powder

Hooo-Ray!

2011-02-12T06:00:00.002-06:00

Here is a fun little project I made using the a pillow box die. This owl was created using the pink, red and white as the primary colors for Valentine's day.

Challenges I participated in: Card Makin' Mamas - Valentine, Crafty Catz - Valentine's/Love, Sew Many Cards - Valentine, The Stamping Bazaar - Valentine's, C.R.A.F.T. - Valentine's

Directions:
1" circle punch - punch 2 in white cardstock for the white of the eyes
1/4 inch circle punch - punch 2 in black cardstock for his eyes
Large Oval - punch 2 in red cardstock for the wings
Scallop edge punch - Cut 1 x 3 inch strips of DSP for feathers x 3
Full Heart Punch - punch one large heart from yellow cardstock for the beak
5 petal punch - punch one in yellow cardstock use only 2 petals for the feet
BigShot Die- Pillow Box Die in pink cardstock
Assemble owl as indicated in photo. Fill with your favorite treats.

Printable Small Pillow Box Template Here

Printable Version of the Directions Here

Must have a Google account to access these.

We're All in this Together

2011-02-11T03:30:00.003-06:00

Welcome! Miria over at Polkadoodles has provided us with this week's challenge. It is to create a project inspired by a love song or film.

My card was inspired by the song 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers' by Barbra Streisnad. The recipient of this card will receive a wheel barrow of flowers. The digital papers and elements are from the Spring collection on the Sundae of Season CD.

Would you like to win prizes from Polkadoodles? Okay, we ask you to create a project or card utilizing the 'Love Song or Film' theme and post your creations here.

Challenges I participated in:

Polkadoodles - Love Song or Film
Digi Doodle Shop's Best - nature

Paper Crafting Journey - love is in the air

Recipe:

Paper: Polkadoodles DSP and HL

Digital Elements: Polkadoodles

Saying: TLC

Other: Crystal Effects, Buttons, Ribbon, SU Scallop Oval punch

Parisian Cupcake Holder Freebie

2011-02-10T04:04:00.003-06:00

Celebrate your love, the most beautiful feeling in the whole world with your sweethearts with this even sweeter Parisian Cupcake Holder Freebie

This great treat holder was created by Blackleaf Studios for MyGrafico.

Printable version can be download here.

Cherish

2011-02-08T03:30:00.001-06:00

Here is my card for this week's awesome MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge. This card was created using the butterfly from the Fairy Glade Stamp Set by Mels Brushes.

I printed out the butterfly twice and then colored the images with Copic's. The colored image was then heat embossed with ultra thick embossing power three times. This technique turned an ordinary digital image into extraordinary embellishment. The layout used is SC313.

To play along in this week's MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge, simply make a project and post it to your blog or another on-line gallery and link it to the MyGrafico blog.

Challenges I participated in:

MyGrafico - Anything Goes

Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes

Aly's Sunday Challenge (2W) - Bling Bling

Recipe:

Paper: DCWV and HL

Stamp: Mels Brushes (butterfly), SU Warm Words (Cherish)

Color: Copic's (V12, V15, V17, Y17, Y21, YR65, YR68, BG72, BG18, G12, G24, G14)

Other: UTEE, White embossing powder, SU Mat Pak, Rhinestones

Got Worms?

2011-02-07T03:30:00.002-06:00

Good morning everyone! D'Anne here. Grab yourself something to drink and set back and relax.

Today I'm sharing a Gel Pocket Card. This card was created using the 'Hooked on Fishing' stamp set from Creative Vision. Yes, you guess it....this card was created with styling gel. Using styling gel gives the appearance of the worm enjoying a relaxing swim.

The card is too cute for words but, I love the saying, 'Got Worms.' Would you like to create this card for yourself? Download a Printable Version here.

If you enjoyed this project please take the time to leave a comment.

Challenges I participated in:

Catch The Bug - Anything Goes

Wee memories - Dust off Those Scraps

Supplies: Creative Vision 'Hooked on Fishing' stamp set; Miss Elizabeth paper; SU file label, scallop trim, 1 3/4 circle, corner rounder punches; button; hemp; hair gel.

We're Behind You

2011-02-06T07:00:00.003-06:00

Tag your it! I created a tag to share with you today using the 'Were Behind You' digital stamp by Stretch N' Bubbles.

I created this tag by adding layers of solid and pattern papers. I wanted the digital image to hang loosely on the project. I punched out the image using a wide oval punch and then added a jump ring. This tag says, 'We're behind you all the way.' Next, I added some fibers to give texture and color. This digital image would be great on cards, stationary, scrapbook pages or any project. You can purchase the image I used in the store here.

Challenges I participated in:

Bee Crafty (M) - DIGI and Hearts (freebie available)

Little Claire's (M) Anything Goes

Recipe:

Paper: HL and Other

Ink: Chocolate Chip and Watercolored Pencils

Stamps: Digital Image by Stretch N' Bubbles, Paw Print by SU

Other: SU (Eyelet Border, Heart-to-Heart, Full Heart Extra Large, Wide Oval), jump ring, fibers, fire hydrant,

Free Love is in the Air Digital Stamps

2011-02-06T05:00:00.000-06:00

Here is a cute digital stamp set which is perferct for Valentine's day. The set was created by Mujka Chic for MyGrafico.

Download the free set here.

Creative Vision DT Blog Hop Today

2011-02-05T06:00:00.008-06:00

My project is titled 'Catch of the Day.'

Together we will hop hop hop our way to each new member's blog to be inspired by their collective talent! There will be random prizes awarded to bloggers who post comments on each design teams blog. Be sure to become a follower of the main company blog in order to be eligible for other prizes.

Today, I have created an idea using an recycled Frappuccino bottle. I knew one day it would come in handy. I added some Goldfish crackers in the bottle and then decorated the outside using the 'Hooked On Fishing' stamp set from Creative Vision.

Click here to see other great ideas for Altered Frappuccino bottles.

Thanks for hopping with me today.
Don't forget to leave a comment and good luck, I hope you win!

Continue hopping to see the rest of the team projects:

Laura
D'Anne***you're here***
Jenn
Molly
Joan
Silke

Riefka Thank-You Sale

2011-02-04T05:00:00.000-06:00

Riefka 3-Day Thank You Sale!

Feb 4-6
40% off everything

Shop Here Now

Heart Strings

2011-02-04T03:30:00.002-06:00

The theme over at Polkadoodles this week is 'From the heart.' My card set is card 'Heart Strings.'

The card box holds a set of four - 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 cards which were created using the Black Polka Dotted frame from the All Around and Everywhere CD as well as, the Summer Papers and Stampies from the Sundae of Seasons CD. Both CD's are from Polkadoodles. I embellished with ribbon and a rhinestone heart. The center of the box holds two chocolate hearts to enjoy later.

Click here for a printable verison of the gift box.

Would you like to win prizes from Polkadoodles? Okay, we ask you to create a project or card utilizing the 'Heart' theme and post your creations here

Challenges I particpated in:

Polkadoodles - From the Heart

Crafty Sentiments - (Thurs) - a bear on a card

Digi Doodle Shop's Best - (Thurs) - Valentine's

Moving Along With The Times (Thurs) – red

Recipe:
Paper: All Around and Everywhere CD and Sundae of Seasons CD
Other: Ribbon, Rhinestone heart, red cardstock.

Lindsay Stamp Stuff Valentine Sweet Sale

2011-02-03T06:00:00.000-06:00

EVERYTHING 30 % OFF
FEBRUARY 3 - FEBRUARY 6TH
SALE ENDS 6TH MIDNIGHT

Shop Now Here

Love 6 x 6

2011-02-03T03:30:00.004-06:00

I'm in the mood to make Valentines. I have another technique to show you today. Another SU club share. Our demonstrator showed us how to make this 6 x 6 Scrapbook page using a old dryer sheet. I was skeptical!

This technique has a similar effect to Dazzling Diamond Dust, but is much more diffuse giving you a very soft almost out-of-focus look.

The Dryer Sheet Technique is an oldie but a goodie. A simple way to dress up a card and make it unique. The glitter adds a wonderful quality under the dryer sheet. The card glistens!

DRYER SHEET DIRECTIONS:
1. Using a neutral piece of cardstock, stamp and color your image.
2. Cover the entire surface of cardstock with Anywhere Glue Stick
3. Press a used dryer sheet onto the adhesive, beginning in the center and smoothing out all the wrinkles.
4. Trim dryer sheet or wrap around and secure on the back of CS.
5. Pour Dazzling Diamonds all over it. Rub or press the glitter in, then tap off the excess.

Download Printable Version here.

Challenges I particpated In:

Crafts and Me - (2W,Weds) - red

Creative Craft World - (2W, Weds) - love

Flourishes - (Tues) Valentine

Do You Stack Up? - (Thurs) Red Hot

PaperPlay - (Thurs) Stamp It Out

Be My Valentine

2011-02-01T03:30:00.003-06:00

Welcome! I'm posting on the run, so I'll keep the chat brief. This Valentine's day cards was created using a technique called Inlaid Embossing. It is so quick and easy but the look is brilliant.

Would you like to give this technique a try?

Directions:

1. Cut out a white 3 inch circle.

2. With the Heart-to-Heart punch, punch out various sizes and colors (red and pink) of the hearts.

3. Adhere the hearts to the 3 inch circle.

4. Using the Lattice embossing folder, emboss the hearts and 3 inch circle.

Download a Printable Version Here

Challenges I participated in:
Karens Doodles (1E) - Love and Red / Pink / White

KB Cute Monday - Use Hearts
Lexi's Creations (2W) - Valentines

Stamping Scrapping Central (2W) - Valentines

Recipe:

Paper: SU Real red, white and Love Impressions DSP

Other: Pink Pirouette and white ribbon, small oval, Lattice embossing folder

A Hug FUR You

2011-01-31T03:30:00.001-06:00

You know when you have a vision... and then your card turns out nothing like that! This is what happened with this card. Then I remembered a quote 'To make something special, you just have to believe in special.'

Using my Cricut and the Bloom cartridge I cut out the bamboo in green and the flowers in peach cardstock. I colored the Panda with Copic markers. I added a brown and raffia' ribbon to the card to add the luscious feeling. The saying on the card says, 'A hug FUR you' by TLC.

The card was created using layers of Dreams of Japan digital paper pack by Jazzy Patterns. Set of 12 digital papers in traditional colors of Japan. They make great backgrounds for scrapbook pages, greeting cards, gift tags, wrapping paper and other creative projects you come up with. The image used is Dilek Cute Panda Digi Stamps. These Dilek Cute Panda Digi Stamps designs can be used as embellishments for invites, cards, stationery, scrapbooking or for digitized embroidery.

Would you like to get receive prizes from MyGrafico? Submit a project with this week's challenge theme here.

Challenges I participated in:

MyGrafico - Anything Goes,

Copic Creations - (Ends 31/1) use something new plus Copics

Fuzzy Wuzzy - (M) - animal, anything goes

Recipe:

Digital Stamp: Dielek Cute Panda, by Dielek

Digital Paper: Dreams of Japan, by Jazzy Paper

Saying: TLC

Other: Circut Bloom cartridge, Raffia, Copic Markers,

Fancy Star Birthday

2011-01-28T03:30:00.006-06:00

The Party's on, over at Polkadoodles. Tracie has chosen 'Party Time' for this week's challenge. My take on this week's theme is a Birthday card.

The Fancy Star Cake digital element is from the Paper Boutique Vol 1 CD along with the coordinating digital papers from Polkadoodles. To give the cake a layered look I printed the Fancy Star Cake digital element out three times. Adhere the cut layers with pop dots. I then added Liquid Applique to give the appearance of icing.

Remember, Birthdays are nature’s way of telling us to eat more cake. Would you like to win prizes from Polkadoodles? Okay, we ask you to create a project or card utilizing the 'Party' theme and post your creations here.

Challenges I participated in:Polkadoodles, Party (Fri), Paper Play - Layer it up (Thurs), Gingersnap Creations - Coffee and Cream (Wed), Do You Stack Up - Pattern Paper

Free Valentine Cards

2011-01-27T04:03:00.004-06:00

Send a little Valentine love with this adorable Baby Mack cartoon character by SVG shop. The cute Valentines prints out approx. 4.2 x 2.8 inch cards.

These would make great tags for your goodies you will be sharing with friends, co-workers, neighbors and other wonderful people. Stop by MyGrafico to download a printable version.

Gumble

2011-01-26T03:34:00.003-06:00

Hello Everyone! I have a card to share with you today. I wasn't sure how I would use this image however, I really think it turned out 'hot.'

The saying on the card reads, 'Sorry to hear you're DRAGON a little.' The digital stamp is called, Gumble. The image is perfect for your craft project, scrapbooking, invitation, paper products, and gets well cards. I colored the image using Copics. You can purchase the image I used from Stretch N' Bubbles store here.

Challenges I participated in: Craft Your Passion - Use 2 patterned papers, Stamps R Us (1st week, 2 entries) - Animals

Recipe:
Paper: SU - Stamp: Stretch N' Bubbles (Gumble), Sentiment from TLC - Other: SU small, large, scallop and wide oval punch, Crystal Effects and ribbon.

Sweet Valentine

2011-01-25T03:30:00.002-06:00

What are your favorite stamps for Valentine's cards? Do you enjoy the traditional Valentine's colors or do you want to try something a little different?

I created this 4 x 4 card using traditional red, pink and white colors. The girl is colored with Copic Markers. Since this card is very simple to make it would be easy to mass produce.

How To Create a Frame: Cut cardstock to measure 2 3/4 x 2 3/4. Center the punch on each side of the square and then punch. Repeat on all sides.

Challenges I participated in: Bunny Zoe's Crafts (2nd monday) - Love is in the air, Lexi's Creations (1st week) - Valentines, Woodware USA (1 entry) - Anything Goes, A Spoon Full of Sugar - Valentine Creations

Recipe: SU Greeting Card Kids, SU pinking and scallop trim border punches, EK ticket sticker, foam hearts, Copics markers, Crystal Effects.

Made With Love

2011-01-24T03:30:00.001-06:00

"Put your things away when you are done with them." My mom would say this to me when I was younger! But it's true. My work table isn't as messy because I have been putting most of the stuff away when I'm done. Yes, I said "most."

Today I'd like to share a card I made for this week's MyGrafico 'Anything Goes' challenge.

Using my Cricut and the Bloom cartridge I cut out a birdcage and a leaf branch. I wanted to emphasize the birdcages on the digital paper by Revidevi as well as bring in the feeling of Valentine's day with the love birds. I used small hearts to give the impression of leaves on the tree.

This is a close up view of the bird cage and the saying on the inside of the birdcage reads, 'Made With Love' from TLC.

The digital paper set comes with 10 lovely designs with cute critters. The designs are great for any craft projects, background for invites, cards, wrapping papers, and paper goods. Purchase the February Critters Papers here.

Would you like to get receive prizes from MyGrafico? Submit a project with this week's challenge theme here.

Other challenges I participated in:

Totally Gorjuss - hot colours

Do You Stack Up? - pink

Recipe:

Paper: February Critters Papers by Revidevi

Circut: Bloom (Birdcage and tree branch)

Stamp: Made with Love by TLC

Other: SU wallflower and lattice embossing folder, SU heart-to-heart punch, SU pinking hearts border, SU wide oval and ribbon.

Cupcake Liner Cards

2011-01-23T04:00:00.004-06:00

It sort of seems like everywhere I turn these days, I'm seeing photos of creative uses for cupcake liners. They are readily available at stores such as Walmart, Hobby Lobby and Michael's.... even grocery stores.

I stumbled across this great idea this week at a site called 'It's always a party at the Parker's.' I thought this would be a great idea for some cute and fast Valentine's day cards.

Using the large and mini cupcake liners would give the layered look. Cupcake liners are something you can put into your craft supplies for future projects. Many times after the holidays these are very inexpensive to purchase.

Download a printable version.

What about stamping on the solid cupcake liners for the holidays? Don't you just love this idea?

Layered Decorative Label

2011-01-22T03:30:00.000-06:00

Do you wish SU has released an larger decorative label punch so you could layer the punch pieces?

Well, I was searching the web and came across this great video. In this video you will see you how to create the layered look with one punch.

Welcome Home

2011-01-21T03:30:00.003-06:00

Welcome Friends! Over at Polkadoodles this week Jenny has choose the challenge theme 'There's no place like home.' I created this welcome home card for my sister who moved into a new apartment in Florida.

The 'House Stampie' is from the All Around & Everywhere CD and the green and pink designer paper is from the Sundae of Seasons CD from Polkadoodles. I colored the main image with Copic Markers. I used Spring Flower Soft on the bushes.

Would you like to win prizes from Polkadoodles? Okay, we ask you to create a project or card utilizing the moving/new home theme and post your creations here.

Challenges I participated in:

Polkadoodles - No Place Like Home

AiFactory - (2 week) Anything goes

Delightful Challenges - Celebration

Digi Doodle Shop's Best - Anything goes

Recipe:

Stamps: Polkadoodles (All Around & Everywhere CD, Sundae of Seasons CD)

Papers: Polkadoodles (Sundae of Seasons CD)

Other: Copic markers, Flower Soft, SU Scallop Edge punch

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2011-01-20T03:49:00.002-06:00

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LOVE Pennant

2011-01-20T03:30:00.001-06:00

I have created a 'LOVE" pennant to share with you. A pennant differs from other kinds of banners essentially in its elongated triangular shape. Pennants also frequently carry a short message.

Supplies used to create this banner: gift paper, that's right gift paper, paper dollies, pom poms, glitter paper, lace, ribbon and glue. Just by layering rosettes and letters created this 3-d project. When I get time, I'm going to decorating the back of the pennant with the word 'Fall' this way I can use the pennant for two holidays.

Are you ready to create a pennant banner for your next celebration? A tutorial on how to create a pennant can be found at SCS by clicking here. Download a PDF on how to create these rosettes here.

Challenges I participated in:

Creative Belli (2 weeks) - anything beginning with "P"

Freshly Brewed - love or Valentine's themed

Tuesday Throwdown - Valentine

Naturally Sweet

2011-01-19T03:30:00.001-06:00

Here is a card you could give a friend for any occasion. The message is clear and simple, 'Naturally Sweet.'

This card has a trio of layers that are raised. I colored the beehive limb image with Copic Markers and then added diecut leaves, ribbon, prima flowers and of course tiny cute buttons. . . . it looks so neat! I hope this photo does the card justice.

Do you see the clouds in the card? The blue clouds tie in nicely with the blue ribbon. You can purchase the Beehive Limb digital image in the Stretch N' Bubbles store here for $2.50. Thanks so much for dropping by and getting your creative juices flowing with Scrappy Girl.

Challenges I participated in: Craft Your Passion - Button up,
Crazy Challenge (2 entries) - Buttons

Wee Henry Hockey

2011-01-18T03:30:00.001-06:00

Hambo Stamps is looking for designers for their next four-month term: February 1-May 31, 2011. So, I submitted an application and then they asked me to create something utilizing this image.

I created a hanging treat box with their image called Wee Henry Hockey. This is a whimsical design that would look amazing on cards, stationary, or any project. Use on scrapbooking pages, paper, or elements.

I colored Wee Henry with Copic Markers. Create one of these and slip over a bottle neck (as shown) or use as a door hanger. Tutorial on how to create this project is located here.

Other challenges I participated in:

Creative Inspirations - Celebrate

Pile It On - Anything Goes

Of Corsets Your Birthday

2011-01-17T00:01:00.004-06:00

I think it's always so fun to try new stamps. Being on the MyGrafico Design Team have allowed me just that. Today's project for week #80 MyGrafico Challenge 'Anything Goes' challenge is a Birthday card.

I choose an image from the 'Corset Stamps' by Blackleaf Studios. I printed the image two times. Once on white cardstock and then again onto printed paper. This technique is called paper piecing with digital stamps.

I then colored the 'bra' with Copic Markers. I loved how the yellow just made the image pop. Did you notice how the pattern paper gives the appearance of faux stitches? I added a touch of bling by applying glitter on the hanger.

Corset Stamps are a fun and swanky way to adorn your bridal shower invitations, girls night cards, stationery, scrapbooks, digitized embroidery or even wall decals. Visit the MyGrafico site to see other projects created by the design team using this set.

Would you like to get this set for free? Submit a project with this week's challenge theme. Click here for all the details.

Other challenges I participated in: Fairy Fun Fridays (2 weeks) – Happy Birthday, Sew Many Cards - Birthday, Totally Papercrafts - Birthday, CYDA - Anything Goes, Stamp, Scrap and Doodle - Anything Goes

Freebie - Vintage Sheet Music and Hanging Heart Treat Pocket

2011-01-16T05:00:00.000-06:00

Just in time for Valentine's day.

Digital vintage sheet music along with the directions to make the hanging heart treat pocket.

Lindsay's Stamp Stuff has provided us with 4 sheets of wintage sheet music that we can use to make cards, scrapbook pages or make a hanging heart pocket treat holder using the included free tutorial!

Head on over to MyGrafico store and download the freebie by clicking here.

MyGrafico Scavenger Hunt & Challenge

2011-01-15T10:00:00.003-06:00

Hello Everyone Thanks for taking the time
to once again stop by our little spot of the online world for a quick visit. =D Today as you may have already know is MyGrafico's 2nd Birthday! To Celebrate we are having a huge Birthday Bash at our MyGrafico Papercraft Planet group.

You should stop by to join in our Scavenger Hunt & Challenge, maybe partake in a round of BINGO, a Photo Guessing game, Search & Find ... even an Online Crop!
Now for the best part of this weekend !

The Sale!!!!
25% off Yay! Love that!

Happy shopping! MyGrafico is proud to serve you all. Now for Our Scavenger Hunt! Muahahahha... Did you notice anything about the post ?? That you could say was just different from all the rest? Take this as your Clue and go find the rest..

Oh and if your still wondering.. LOL
My Letter was ...
I

If you missed the orginal link to play go to our Papercraft planet group and start from there.. Remember to take notes on where each letter came from!

** Start HERE** PaperCraft Planet MyGrafico **Start HERE**
Lisa- 8AM EST
Kim - 8:30 EST
Michelle - 9:00 EST
Tazza - 9:30 EST
Lynn - 10:00 EST
Jovita - 10:30 EST
D'Anne - 11:00 EST ***you are here***
Challenge Blog - 11:30 EST
Martha - 12:00

Remember the papercraft planet group is last so you can tell us your answer is.
Winner of the Scavenger blog hop will recive a set of choice from the Mygrafico store worth 5 USD or less!

Mygrafico challenge Blog is Next!
Remember the papercraft planet group is last so you can tell us your answer is.
Winner of the Scavenger blog hop will recive a set of choice from the Mygrafico store worth 5 USD or less!

Now if your here to Enter the Challenge .....
Make ANYTHING YOU LIKE
With ANY MyGrafico products(Freebie allowed) & link your blog post here to enter.
One winner will be choosen Randomly as our Challenge Winner and will win a set of choice from the Mygrafico store worth 5.00 or less
One card will be choosen as our Honorable mention and will recive a set of the DT's choice.

Announcement

2011-01-15T07:37:00.008-06:00

Good morning stampers!
Well I won't keep you waiting! I have been choose to join the Creative Vision Design Team. Out of the 30 plus people that applied for the team, I was 1 out of 5 creative ladies chosen.

I will be using Creative Clear Stamps in future creations. Visit the store to see thier list of wonderful stamps here also, stop by the blog here for more inspiration.

So Tweet

2011-01-14T03:30:00.003-06:00

Over at Polkadoodles we needed to create a project using the sketch below and the colors; red, white and blue. For my take on the sketch this week I used a mess of new and old goodies.

The new goodies used were the pattern striped background paper and the black and white digital birdie. These digital elements are available on the All Around & Everywhere in the 'Bright & Beautiful' collection CD from Polkadoodles.

For the old elements I cut out a tree shape and then applied different shades of brown cardstock to create the tree bark. I then, embossed the tree with the swirl embossing folder. Did you notice the clouds behind the blue bird? The clouds were created with torn strips of paper and blue ink.

Would you like to win some great prizes this week? Get the ideas and inspiration going and enter this weeks Polkadoodles challenge. Go shopping over at Polkadoodles on-line store here.

Challenges I participated in: Crazy Challenge - Animals, Scrappy Frogs - use a Sentiment (3 wks), Sentimental Sundays - Sentiment and anything with wings, Stampin' Sisters in Christ - Wings

Spring Bunnies

2011-01-13T03:30:00.004-06:00

Here is my card for this weeks fabulous 'Create 4 Fun' sketch challenge. I made this 4 x 4 card and matching envelope. The digital image I used is called 'Spring Bunnies' by Hambo Stamps. This card is out for publication for the Scrapbook News and Review on-line magazine March 2011 issue.

Hambo Stamps is looking for designers for their next four-month term: February 1-May 31, 2011. So, I submitted an application and then they asked me to create something utilizing this image. What do you think for the submitted project?

Create4fun - sketch

Challenges I participated in:

Delicious Doodles - 'try something new or use something new' challenge. I tried a new digital stamp by Hambo.

Oldie But Goodie Challenge (2 weeks) - bright & cheerful

Top Tip Tuesday - anything goes

Diva

2011-01-12T03:30:00.003-06:00

I have so many ideas running through my head and not enough time. I have a cute card to share with you today. Love the color combination.

It's time for another MyGrafico Challenge! This week's #79 challenge was 'Anything Goes.' I created this cute card using the Dilek Chic Girls Digital Stamp 1 by Dilek Design Studio. Visit the MyGrafico site to see the other creations by the design team.

What's in it for me to submitted projects for MyGrafico Challenges? Prizes and recognitions for your work. Click here for all the details.

Challenges I participated in:

MyGrafico - 'Anything Goes'

Sketch Saturday -'Sketch'

2 Sisters - 'Gettin Girly' (2 wks)

Craft Your Days Away - 'Anything Goes' (2 wks)

Cute Devil

2011-01-10T03:30:00.001-06:00

Hello everyone! Can you believe that another week has flown by? I have a cute digital image by Stretch N' Bubbles to share with you today.

This image is called 'Cute Devil' which you can purchase for $2.50. This would be a cute image for Valentine's day.

Challenges I participated in:
Sweet Stop -SKETCH
One Stitch At A Time - Love and Valentines
Paper Sundaes - Circles

Sweet Valentine Treat Holder Freebie

2011-01-10T03:30:00.000-06:00

Celebrate your love, the most beautiful feeling in the whole world with your sweethearts with this even sweeter Sweet Valentine Treat Holder Freebie by Blackleaf Studios.

These digital stamps could also be used for sweet treat favour holder, lollipop favours, candy favours, valentines day candy favours, valentines day gifts, personal stationary, place cards, tags, gifts wrappers, gift bags, annoucement cards.

Download your freebie by clicking here.

How to: Adhere Jewels

2011-01-08T18:18:00.000-06:00

I came across this video on how to adhere jewels to your projects which I thought you would enjoy viewing. This is a very clever idea. Have a great day, D'Anne

WISH

2011-01-07T03:30:00.004-06:00

Hello, this is my first card since joing the Polka Doodles design team. For my card today, I've used Sundae of Seasons for the printable candles and All Around and Everywhere 'Bright and Beautiful' digital papers for my layout. Instead of using the word Wish, you could used Love, Peace, Bloom or Grow.

Want to win some prizes? Then, participate in the Polka Doodle challenge this week. The challenge is to make a card or project with a wish of good health, luck or happiness.

Challenges I participated in:

Charisma Cards Challenge, 'Birthday'

Crafty Sentiments, 'Anything Goes'

Paper Crafting Journey, 'Let's Get Digi'

Paper Play, 'Clean and Simple'

Southern Girls, 'Anything Goes'

Digital Elements and Papers for $1.00

2011-01-06T03:58:00.003-06:00

Check out this sale Mygrafico is having!

Retiring sets of pre-colored digital elements, digital stamps and papers for only $1.00.

Click here to access the items on sale.

Glitz and Glamours

2011-01-05T03:30:00.008-06:00

Can you believe December and Christmas has come and gone already? I would like to share a card with you I learned in one of my stamp clubs I belong to. This is a very simple but elegant card. I'm calling this card 'Glitz and Glamours.'

If you like bling and all things glitter than this card technique is for you. To apply the bling you will need 'Heat and Stick' powder and Dazzling Diamonds. You could very easily swap out the Christmas theme for Valentine's day.

Click here to download the instructions on how to make this card. You will need a Google account in order to download the instructions.

Challenges I participated in: Papertake Weekly, 'Anything Goes' & Tuesday Throwdown, 'Embossing' & Craft Your Passion, 'Anything Goes' & Christmas Card Challenge, 'Embossing'

Here is a video I found that provides some additional tips and techniques to using the 'Heat and Stick Powder.'