You're Eggstra Special (PDCC #73, ESS #122, GRAC107)

I had such a perfect day today!  I slept in, played in my craft room and made this card, and then went for a walk with my hubby and my dog.  What could be better than that?!  I hope you all had a great day as well. :) 

I thought I'd make an Easter card since it's only a month away.  This card is inspired by the color story below from The Play Date Cafe and based on the sketch below from Eat Sleep Stamp.  I also found a new challenge this week called Glenda's Random Amusing Challenge and this week you're supposed to use more than one punch/die on your card or project.  I managed to do that so I thought I'd enter.  The challenge runs for another week or so there's plenty of time for you to play along if you feel inspired.  I used A Muse cardstock, gingham paper, and a notecard.  The polka dot paper is from the Fly A Kite paper pad by October Afternoon.  The stamps are my new ones from Waltzingmouse.  I used both label one and eyelet circle dies from Nestabilities.  And as always, I colored the Easter basket and eggs with my Copic markers. I really like this color combo and how the card turned out.  I wasn't sure in the beginning, but in the end I really like it.  I hope you do too!  Have a great weekend!  Happy Crafting!

To Me You Are The World (GS #78)

Sorry it's been a little while since I've posted anything.  I hope you've all been well.  I hope you're having a great week and that you have a wonderful St. Patrick's Day tomorrow!  The card I have to share with you today is based on the sketch below from Get Sketchy.  The patterned paper is from the Stella and Rose paper pad collection from My Mind's Eye.  I LOVE that paper collection!!!  I have all four paper pads and I am so excited to use them!  You will be seeing lots of projects with these patterned papers in the future, so I hope you like them too. :)  The stamp is from the Inside and Out Birthday set from PTI and the beautiful buttons are from Cosmo Cricket.  The twine is from May Arts.  I usually leave my buttons naked, but this time I threaded them with twine, tied a knot underneath, and then adhered them with glue dots.  This left them a little bulky, so if anyone has a better way or a hint for me I'd appreciate it.  Thanks!!  I hope you enjoy this card because I really like it! :)  Once again, have a Happy St. Patrick's Day tomorrow and don't forget to wear green or you might get pinched. :)  Happy Crafting!

Elegantly Thinking of You (CAS FTL #130, Moxie Fab Tuesday Trigger: An Idea in Yellow)

I hope you all are enjoying the last part of what I hope was a wonderful weekend for you.  Mine was productive, but not much fun.  You know how that goes.  Today's card is inspired by the Tuesday Trigger Challenge, An Idea in Yellow, in the Moxie Fab World found in the picture below and is also based on the sketch from Clean and Simple Stamping below.  I used mostly yellow and white because those were the main colors in the picture and they inspired me.  I used a pink flower, by Prima, because it reminded me of the pink flower on the table in front of the door and it was a great accent for my card.  The background stamp is by Hero Arts and I've fallen in love with it!  The sentiment stamp is from the Autumn Abundance set from PTI.  I used the Nestabilities labels four to hold the sentiment, but trimmed it and attached it under the cardstock panel.  After I was done with the card I thought it needed a little something so I added some irridescent gold shimmer mist and then it was perfect!  I love the way this card turned out and I hope you do too.  I hope you all have a great week!  Happy Crafting!

Tuesday Trigger: An Idea in Yellow

CAS FTL#130

The Road to a Friend's House (PDCC #70, ESS #119)

Tonight's post will be short and sweet.  This card is based on the sketch below from Eat Sleep Stamp and inspired by the color story below from The Play Date Cafe.  The stamps are from A Muse, big surprise, and so is the notecard, cardstock, and gingham paper.  The patterned paper is from the Wander paper pad by Basic Grey.  I love the colors and patterns in this paper pad, although I haven't used very much of it yet.  I used my Copics to color the image.  I used the banner die from PTI to make the gingham banner and added the cute little orange buttons to add just the right detail.  I think it turned out pretty cute, but maybe that's just me. :)  I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your week and have a chance to fit in some creative time.  Happy Crafting!

stamps: road to friend, house & trees (A Muse Artstamps)
ink: black dye ink (A Muse Artstamps)
notecard: surf (A Muse Artstamps)
cardstock: white, orange crush (A Muse Artstamps)
patterned paper: grass petite gingham (A Muse Artstamps), Wander paper pad (Basic Grey)
markers: Copic
die: banner (PTI)

Shabby Thank You (ESS #118, Moxie Fab Tuesday Trigger: Comfy Cozy)

Tonight's card is based on the sketch below from Eat Sleep Stamp and inspired by the picture below from the  Comfy Cozy Tuesday Trigger in the Moxie Fab World.  The stamps are from PTI, the patterned paper is from the October Afternoon Thrift Shop collection, the die is Nestabilities, and the border punch is Martha Stewart.  The metal thank you is from Making Memories and is inspired by the iron bed frame.  I chose a kraft card and sponged white ink on the edges to resemble the tan walls and the distressed mantle.  The blue flower paper matches the rug and the red paper reminds me of the toile in some of the pillows.  I chose to replicate the rose pillow and the french blue pillows on my stamped white couch.  I attempted a shabby chic card.  I think it still needs a little work to really be shabby chic, but I like it anyway.  I hope you do too!  Happy Crafting!

Tuesday Trigger: Comfy Cozy

stamps: On my couch (PTI)
ink: black dye ink (A Muse Artstamps), frost white pigment ink (Clearsnap)
cardstock: white (A Muse Artstamps), kraft (PTI)
patterned paper: Thrift Shop paper pad (October Afternoon)
markers: E57, BG10 (Copic)
dies: Nestabilites classic scalloped circles large
punch: doily lace border punch (Martha Stewart)
accent: adhesive metal saying (Making Memories)

I Love You More Than..(PDCC #68, ESS #117, Moxie: Tuesday Trigger Decadently Yours)

Happy early Love Day all!  I hope you're all enjoying a romantic weekend with your sweeties.  I have a Valentine's Day card for you!  It's based on the sketch below from Eat Sleep Stamp, the color story below from The Play Date Cafe, and the Tuesday Trigger Challenge Decadently Yours from Moxie Fab World.  The stamps are from A Muse, of course, and so are the heart twinkle stickers.  The patterned paper is PTI's 2008 Bitty Dot Basics and the die is Nestabilities label 16.  The border punch is from Fiskars, and is one of my faves!  I really enjoyed this sketch, color story, and Trigger challenge.  I hope you like the card I made because I made it for you!  Happy Valentine's Day and Happy Crafting!

Tuesday Trigger: Decadently Yours

stamps: Elyse, I love you more than, Chocolate assortment (A Muse Artstamps)
ink: Adirondack espresso dye ink (Ranger)
notecard: plum (A Muse Artstamps)
cardstock: blush, natural (A Muse Artstamps)
patterned paper: 2008 Bitty Dot Basics (PTI)
markers: assorted (Copic)
punch: apron lace border (Fiskars)
die: Nestabilities label 16 (Spellbinders)
gems: twinkle stckers mini heart

Stylish Cameo (CAS FTL #127, Moxie Fab World: The Appearance of Cameos Challenge)

Hey there! Sorry it's been a little while, I've been making cards for a big submission but I'm back now.  I have another one coming up in a few weeks, but I've vowed to manage my time better and do both my blog and the submission.  Thanks for hanging in there with me these past couple months when my postings have been a little bare.  I really appreciate all of your comments and your support.

On to tonight's card...it's based on the sketch below from Clean and Simple Stamping and The Appearance of Cameos Challenge in the Moxie Fab World.  The beautiful silhouette cameo stamp is from Hero Arts and the sentiment is from A Muse.  The patterned paper is the Nook paper pad from Basic Grey, which I really love but don't use often.  I think I have a hoarding problem, but the first step is admitting it, right?  I used my Nestabilities beaded circles die and Marvy circle punch to surround the cameo image.  I used pop dots to attach it to the card to add just a little more interest.  The border punch is Martha Stewart, and one of my faves.  The ribbon is from A Muse and happens to be the exact same color as the patterned paper.  I added the Prima flower at the end to match the sketch and for just the right touch.  This isn't my typical style, but I really love how it turned out!  I hope you do too!  I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine's weekend with someone special planned, just remember to sneak in a little crafting time too. :)  Happy Crafting!

CAS FTL #127

stamps: cameo silhouette (Hero Arts), good friends (A Muse Artstamps)
cardstock: white (A Muse Artstamps)
patterned paper: Nook paper pad (Basic Grey)
ink: Adirondack espresso dye ink (Ranger), toffee chalk ink (Clearsnap)
die: Nestabilities beaded circles (Spellbinders)
punch: doily lace border punch (Martha Stewart), circle punch (Marvy Uchida)
flowers: fairytale roses french white (Prima)
fibers: eucalyptus sheer ribbon (A Muse Artstamps)