Anniversary Card for Hubby

It's been almost a year since I have blogged or blogged about anything I have created.  I have been a bit busy with this little guy...

He takes up most of my day and I wouldn't have it any other way.  He's 7 months today and is napping at the moment, so I thought I would slip away and quickly share the anniversary card I created for my hubby.  We will be celebrating our 8th wedding anniversary on July 23rd. 

I used some of the goodies in my stash.  I don't buy craft supplies much anymore, as my craft room is filled to the brim...time to purge I think!

Supplies Used:

Follow Your Heart: Be Happy 6x6 Paper Pad by My Mind's Eye

Follow Your Heart: Be Happy Layered Stickers

Kraft & White Cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

Paper Blooms by Kaiser Craft

Open Scallop Doily Die-namic by MFT

Fishtail Flags Layers Stax Die-namic by MFT

I used last week's MFTWSC Sketch.

Hope to be back soon with more projects to share.  Thanks for stopping by and hope your day is filled with Love & Whimsy!

I'm BACK...with some masculine projects!!!

Hi everyone, I'm back!  I haven't created anything in about 2 months, I haven't had any energy but I'm hoping that because I am now in the 2nd trimester my energy levels will SOAR! :)

Father's Day is coming up...here's a card I created for my FIL.

I used a combo of Graphic 45 papers: Communique, Transatlantique, and A Proper Gentleman. I also used some random Graphic 45 staple products I had in my stash.

Here's a peek inside...

I used a new stamp set I received a few months ago, but haven't used yet.  It was the perfect fit for this Father's Day card.

"Dad Rocks" by Ali Edwards

I also created a card for my Grandfather's birthday next weekend.  He will be turning 80!!  I used papers from Communique, Transatlantique, and A Proper Gentleman collections by Graphic 45 on this card as well.

I sprayed a manila shipping tag with LSG Dark Chocolate Truffle SS.  The stamp set I used is the "Just My Type" set by MFT.

I used random scraps that I had left over to decorate the inside.

Other products used not listed above:

TH Walnut Stain Distress Ink

TH Edge Distresser

Black & Cream cardstock

Kraft cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

TH Ideaology Sprocket Gears

Black Hemp by CTMH

Gypsy Mini Ephemera by 7gypsies

I'm glad to be back and I hope you enjoyed today's projects.  Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!  HUGS ♥♥♥

Creating is Fun: Mother's Day Card

Hi everyone, I have a project to share with you today for Creating is Fun.  I created this quick and simple Mother's Day card using several items from the CIF Shop.

Light Purple Lace

White Twill Ribbon

Other Products Used:

Kraft Cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

White Cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

"Jubliee" Collection by K&Company

"Mom - Renee" Embellishments by MMBI

Memento "Rich Cocoa" Ink

"Vertical Greetings Stamp Set" by MFT

"Open Scallop Doily" Die-Namic by MFT

"Small Simply Scallops" Border Die-Namic by MFT

"3/8 inch Rosette" Die-Namic by MFT

Be sure to stop by Creating is Fun and pick up some gorgeous lace, trims, or buttons.  I hope everyone has a wonderful Saturday and a very Happy Mother's Day! HUGS :)

May IARCC

I can't believe it's already May!  That means it's time for another I Am Roses Color Challenge. It’s happening right now. Here’s your chance to win some amazing flowers. Head on over to the I Am Roses Challenge Blog for more details and challenge rules.

Before you leave I want to share with you the project I created for this month's challenge.  Mother's Day is right around the corner, so I have quite a few cards that I need to make.  I ♥ how retro this card turned out, not what I originally had planned...but sometimes that's how it works out! :)

This month's color challenge was to use purple and teal/turquoise.  In my stash I found the "Flea Market" 8x8 Specialty Paper Pack by Making Memories that had both colors in it, so I knew it would be perfect for this card.  I layered the DP onto some Kraft Cardstock by PaperTrey Ink.  I stamped the sentiment using the "Happy Mother's Day" stamp by Verve Stamps onto some Cream Cardstock by PaperTrey Ink that I had sparyed with "Royal Amethyst Fire" Glitz Sprtiz by LSG.

Since the card was looking a bit 70's-ish, I thought this white fringe lace would be perfect!  I added a row of iridescent flat-back pearls on top of the lace. 

Here's a peek inside... 

Turquoise 2" Rose

Purple 2-Tone Rose

White Curly Rose

Small Green Rose Leaves

Other Products used:

Teal Cardstock

"Delightful Things" stamp set by CTMH

Flat-back Pearl Trim from Karlas001

White Fringe Lace from CreatedbyMartha

Leaf Trinket Pin by Maya Road

I hope you will join us for this month's I Am Roses Color Challenge.  You can get all of the details over at the I Am Roses Challenge Blog.  You can also check out a quick video of my card HERE.  Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I can't wait to see what you will create! HUGS :)

"You've Had a BIG Impact" Card

Hi guys! I hope everyone is having a super Sunday. I have a simple card to share with you today. Sadly, this will be my last project for Karlas001. I have enjoyed my 2 month term as a Featured Guest Designer for Karla's Etsy and am so sad to see it come to an end.

I created this super simple card using the new "Kraft Funday Happy Days" 6x6 Paper Pad by My Mind's Eye. I ♥ how dressy this card turned out, not what I had planned in the beginning! :) 

I cut up some of Nancy's Black 1.5 inch Rose Trim and placed the rosettes in a cluster. I added some pearl loops behind the cluster using some 6mm Black Pearl Trim.

Here's a peek at the inside...

Karlas001 Products Used:

6mm Black Pearl Trim

Nancy's Black 1.5 inch Rose Trim

Other products used not listed above:

Black cardstock

Kraft cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

Black Licorice Ribbon by MFT

Black Pearls by Recollections

"Big Greetings" stamp set by MFT

You can check out a video of my card HERE. I have thoroughly enjoyed being a Featured Guest Designer for Karlas001 and want to thank Karla for allowing me this opportunity. I hope everyone has a fantastic upcoming week! HUGS ♥♥

Color Me Copic Club: "Look on the Bright Side" Card

Hi everyone, I have a quick project to share with you for the Color Me Copic Club DT.  A few weeks ago, it rained for almost a week straight.  I never thought I was going to see the sun again! LOL.  So, I created a card to send to a friend.  I ♥ how it turned out.

Isn't she a doll?  I adore MFT stamps.  They are so much fun to color up with your Copics.  I paper-pieced her boots using some of the DP. The Copic markers I used are listed below.

Skin: E000, E00, E11, E21, R20

Hair: E25

Rain Coat: Y13, Y15, Y18

Jeans: B93, B95, B97

Umbrella: T4, R81, R83, R85

Puddle: BG000, B01

0 Colorless Blender  

I ♥ creating paper flowers.  I used the "Botanical Beauty Die-Namic" by MFT.  I am elated with how this one turned out.  So much fun to make!! :)


Here's a peek at the inside...

Other Products Used:
"ALM - The Rainbow will Come" stamp set by MFT

"WTG - Puddle Jumper" stamp set by MFT

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Perfect Panels for Copics by MFT

"Springtime" 6x6 Paper Pad by Echo Park

Kraft cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

Burlap String by May Arts

Purple Rhinestone Adhesive Gems by CTMH

"First Place Award Ribbon Die-Namic" by MFT

"Classic Scalloped Rectangles Large Nestabilities" by Spellbinders


You can check out a video of my card HERE.  I hope you enjoyed today's project.  Thanks for stopping by today.  HUGS ♥♥

"Hippity Hoppity" Easter Card

Happy Saturday everyone!  I have a quick Easter card to share with you today for Karlas001.  I had so much fun making this card.  The colors just scream S-P-R-I-N-G!  Plus, who can resist an adorable bunny. Hehe :)  


Here's my finished card...

...and a peek of the inside.

I adore all of these products from Karlas001.  So much fun to play with and a gorgeous way to embellish your projects.  All of the products from Karlas001 are linked below.

4mm White Pearl Trim

Green Burlap Trim

Pink Butterflykisses Crystal Flower

Other products used not listed above:

"Hippity Hoppity" Paper Collection by We R Memory Keepers

"Hippity Hoppity" tag by We R Memory Keepers

"Sour Apple" cardstock by MFT

Kraft cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

"PI - One Sweet Chick" stamp set by MFT

"PI - Warm Fuzzies" stamp set by MFT

"Pretty Pocket" stamp set by MFT (flower stamp only)

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Sunny Yellow Ink by CTMH

White Paper Doily (sprayed with LSG Frosted Forget-Me-Nots Starburst Spray)

"First Place Award Ribbon" Die-Namic by MFT

"Scallop Ribbon Border" Die-Namic by MFT

Small Green Rose Leaves by I Am Roses (ZQ L0-0)

Pearl Opaque Adhesive Gems by CTMH

Click HERE to watch a video of my card.  I hope everyone has a fantastic Easter.  Thanks so much for stopping by today!  HUGS :)

"Peep, Peep" Easter Card

Hi everyone, Happy Saturday!  Easter is almost here and I have a card today to share with you for Creating is Fun.  I added some of the luscious trim, lace, and buttons that Martha carries in her shop to embellish my card.


I used a previous sketch from MFT to get me started.


And here's what I came up with...

Other products used not listed above:

"Hippity Hoppity" Paper Collection by We R Memory Keepers

"Happy Easter" Soft Spoken Embellishment by Me & My Big Ideas

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

"PI - One Sweet Chick" stamp set by MFT


You can check out a video of my card HERE.  Be sure to stop by the Creating is Fun shop, Martha has a ton of wonderful colors in for spring and summer.  I hope everyone has an egg-tastic Easter!  Thanks for stopping by today.  HUGS :)

"You Rock My World" Card

Hi everyone! I'm here today to share a project with you that I created for the Color Me Copic Club DT.  This is my 1st project as part of the DT.  I created a card for my hubby using the "Chelsea" stamp from The Greeting Farm. I stamp all of images onto heavyweight cardstock. I prefer "Perfect Panels" by MFT; however, they have recently stopped carrying them. So, when I run out I will be on the hunt for a new favorite. Hehe :) I stamp my images using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. 

Here's my finished image...

Copic Markers Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, R20

Hair - Y21, Y23, YR21, YR24

iPod & Shoes - V93, V95

Background - BG000

...and here's my finished card.

I cut the image out and matted her using my Nestabilities by Spellbinders. The card measures 5.5" x 5.5" and the paper collection is "Springtime" by Echo Park. I cut out the banner using the "First Place Award Ribbon" Die-Namic by MFT and the sentiment is from the "ALM Rock Star" stamp set by MFT. I added a touch of flowers below the sentiment.

I kept the inside simple, so I could write a message to hubbs!

You can check out a video of my card in the making HERE. I hope you enjoyed today's project and I hope the rest of your week is filled with Love & Whimsy! HUGS ♥

Antique Paperie Birthday Card

Happy Wednesday everyone!  I have a fun birthday card to share with you today for Creating is Fun.  I used one of my current favorite collections, "Antique Paperie" by Colorbok.

I love the vintage, feminine feel of this paper collection.  Plus, it's super cute for Spring.

I used some gorgeous crochet lace and some brown grosgrain ribbon from Martha's shop.  I ♥ how these layer so well together!

Here's a peek at the inside...

Other products used not listed above:

"Iceberg" Paper Blooms by KaiserCraft (blue flower)

"Love Letter Roses Peridot" flower by Prima (yellow flower)

Off-White Cherry Blossom by I Am Roses (S3-153)

"Card Chatter-Birthday" stamp set by CTMH

Vintage Photo Distress Ink

Cocoa Ink by CTMH

"Labels 15" by Spellbinders

Bling Flourish by Recollections

I hope you enjoyed today's project.  Stop by Creating is Fun and check out all of the luscious trim, lace, and ribbon that Martha has available!  Hope the rest of your week is filled with Love & Whimsy.  HUGS ♥♥

Creating is Fun Spring Blog Hop

Hi guys!  Today, the Creating is Fun DT gals and I are hosting a Spring Blog Hop.  Each DT member has created a project using some goodies from Creating is Fun and an {ippity} stamp.  

One winner will be selected at random to receive a wonderful prize package, which will consist of a $25.oo gift certificate to Creating is Fun and some {ippity} stamps...so be sure to hop along and leave a comment on each DT's blog post to increase your chances of winning!

Now on to what I created.

I created a 5.5" x 5.5" card.  I used the "Madeline" 6x6 paper stack by Prima.  Such rich colors, but springy at the same time. ♥ that!

I used one of the White Doilies from Martha's shop and colored it up using my "Tainted Love Teal" Starburst Spray by Lindy's Stamp Gang.  These doilies are so versatile and you can alter them up to match your projects perfectly.  I layered on some gorgeous Lace and some Brown Grosgrain Ribbon and tied it in a bow.  The {ippity} stamp that I used is from the "Now & Always" stamp set.  I embossed it using "Midnight Bronze Obsidian Moon Glow Two-Toned Embossing Powder" by Lindy's Stamp Gang.  So cute!

Here's a peek inside... 

Check out my video HERE for more details on how I created today's project.

Other products used not listed above:

"Pure Innocence Out on a Limb" stamp set by MFT

Circle Nestabilities by Spellbinders

Walnut Stain Distress Ink by Tim Holtz

"First Place Award Ribbon Die-Namic" by MFT

Opaque Adhesive Rhinestones by CTMH

Next up is Shemaine.  I'm sure she has something gorgeous to share with you!  In case you get lost along the way, here's a list of the DT member's participating in today's blog hop.

Martha

Maria

Julie

Andrea (you are here!) 

Shemaine

Bonnie

Lisa

Rachel

Carisa

Vicky

Rebekah

Angie

Ashley

Carrie

Thanks so much for stopping by today! Hope everyone has a wonderful week. HUGS ♥♥

"Fairytale" Anniversary Card

Hi everyone!  I'm here to share a project I created for Karlas001.  My parents are celebrating their 33rd Wedding Anniversary this month, so I wanted to create a special card for them.  The card measures 5.5" x 5.5".  The DP is from the Madeline collection, by Prima.  I am loving this paper stack lately.  It reminds me of Spring! :)  I created the sketch that I used for this card quite a few months ago and I go back to it again and again.  I ♥ it.

Here's a pic...

I am in ♥ with this Medium Pearl Spray (pink sold out, but white is available)!  I also used some of the Pink Flat Back Pearl Trim...luscious! :)

And here's a peek inside...

Other products used not listed above:

Kraft cardstock by Paper Trey Ink

Hot Fudge cardstock by MFT

"Madeline Cardstock Stickers" by Prima

Silk flower from "The Roosevelt Collection" by Prima

"Clearly Sentimental About Romance" stamp set by MFT

"Pink Sparkles" adhesive rhinestones by CTMH

Small Green Rose Leaves (ZQ L0-0) by I Am Roses
Raspberry Grosgrain Ribbon
Corner Chomper

Check out a video of this card HERE.  Thanks so much for stopping by today.  Head on over to  Karlas001 to see all of the yummy goodies she has available, you will not believe your eyes! Hehe :)  I hope everyone has a weekend that is filled with Love & Whimsy!  HUGS ♥

Kraft Card

Hi everyone!  It's almost the weekend and I'm super excited about that. :)  I'm here with a project for Creating is Fun.  I picked up this sweet 6x6 paper pad by My Mind's Eye.  It's from their "Kraft Funday Everyday Fun" Collection.

Here's my card...

I used some adorable products from Creating is Fun.  I used some luscious black trim along the bottom and added a silk flower I had in my stash.  I ♥ the neutrals on this card!

I just love the white doilies.  I sprayed this doily with LSG Moon Shadow Mist in "Burnished Brass."  So vintage!

Other products used not listed above:

Kraft cardstock by PaperTrey Ink

Black cardstock

Brown silk flower by Recollections 

Circle nestabilities by Spellbinders 

Opaques licorice adhesive gems by CTMH

Stop by Creating is Fun to pick up some gorgeous trims, laces, and a bunch of others items to use on all of your crafty projects! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. HUGS ♥

March 2012 IARCC

Happy March!  To kick off the month, the I Am Roses DT ladies and myself are hosting a contest over on the I Am Roses Challenge Blog. Here are all the details...

Title: March 2012 IARCC

Theme: Green, Gold, & Glitter - St. Patrick's Day or Spring Theme

Contest Date: March 1st - March 23rd (11:59pm PST) 

Rules: 

Minimum (2) I Am Roses Products 

Any project: Card/Layout/Tag/Altered Item 

One project submission per participant 

One winner picked by Design Team 

Participants will upload their project to their blog or forum, Label it “March IARCC” 

Participants will leave a comment to the "March 2012 IARCC" blog post and leave a direct link to their project (located here - IAR Challenge Blog) 

Must Subscribe/or be a Follower of the IAR Challenge Blog

Now on to what I created...

I don't have any special traditions and don't really do anything other than wear green on St. Patty's Day, so I thought it would be fun to create a card and spice it up a bit this year!  Hehe :)  

I didn't use a sketch for this card.  I just created on the fly, but I ♥ the way it turned out.  The card measures 5.5" x 5.5".  I used some old DP that I had in my stash (Green - Check!).  I sprayed the paper doilie with LSG "Edelweiss Moss Green" (Gold - Check!).  I then cut out a circle of some plaid DP and layered the sentiment inside.  I put a layer of Glossy Accents on the outside of the circle and sprinkled it with green German Glitter Glass (Glitter - Check!).

 I used some of my all-time favorite IAR flowers and leaves on this card:

White 2" Rose

Soft Green 1" Rose

White Rose Leaves (sprayed with LSG Gator Gumbo Olive)

Here's a peek at the inside... 

Other products used not listed above:

Kraft cardstock by Paper Trey Ink

Shamrock sticker (sprayed with LSG Gator Gumbo Olive)

Jodi's Boosters

Holiday Sentiments by The Paper Studio

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

New England Ivy Ink by CTMH

Circle Nestabilities by Spellbinders

DP by The Paper Patch

Simply Scallops Die-Namic by MFT

Dainty Lace Border Die-Namic by MFT

What's up for grabs?  Take a look at the gorgeous flowers below, they could be yours!  

So, head on over to the IAR Challenge Blog for all the details.  May the "Luck o' the Irish" be with you!  Happy St. Patrick's Day.  HUGS. ♣