Clean & Simple FTL #81

Ever have to change a recipe while you cook cause you made a mistake?  Well, I seem to do that often.  It also happened as I was making this extrememly simple card.  I managed to mess things up a bit.  The circles were supposed to be 1 inch wide and I went for 1 1/4 circle punch so I had to have 3 circles instead of 4 cause I ran out of room  :p  I then checked the recipe and realized my mistake but I didn't feel like changing anything and to work with this!  I did sponge the edges of my circles with Chocolate Chip ink to help define them a bit more on the blue background cardstock.  Sooooooooooooooo, here's my sample for the sketch.  Hope you like it!

Recipe : stamp set by SU! Fete diverses (retired)

Papers: Baja Breeze, scraps unknown
Ink: Chocolate Chip
Accessories: 1 1/4 inch Circle Punch (104403), Button (gift from a friend, thanks Danielle  :) ), Sponge.

Check out Clean & Simple FTL #81 for more ideas related to this sketch

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Spotlight on dgprocess @ SCS

I needed a baby card a few days ago.  Short on time to figure out something on my own, I turned to the trusted SCS gallery.  I came accross this card from dgprocess and went to work!  I am so thankful for SCS! The best place for inspiration when your brain is dry  :)

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Nursery Necessities (113506)
Papers: So Saffron, Whisper White, Bashful Blue, Pattern paper was a scrap- unknown origin  :(

Ink: Certanily Celery, Bashful Blue, So Saffron.
Accessories: Large Star Punch (110710), Scallop Square Punch ( 112081), SU! Markers (105541) and Pop Dots.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Spotlight on Kristin Moore

 When I saw Kristin's cards in the SCS's gallery, I just fell in love with this Sale A Bration set.  These were super quick and easy to make.  They measure 3 inches by 3 inches.  I also love the colour combo she chose.  Thanks Kristin for the inspiration.  You can check out her awesome blog as I added it to my list of favourites.

Supplies: SU! stamp set Happy Moments (119125) free with any $50 purchase

Papers: Whisper White

Ink: Chocolate Chip, Close to Cocoa, Bermuda Bay, Old Olive.

Accessories: Copper brads, 1/2" Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon Bermuda Bay (115610)

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day!

Melon Mambo Birthday

I've had the sketch for this card for several years now and finally decided to use it.  Love how quick and simple this was.  The cup cake is cut out and I placed Pop Dots underneath it.  I also added glitter to the frosting.

Supplies: Stamps by Hero Arts, Paper Studio and Stampendous.
Papers: SU! Melon Mambo and Whisper White.
Ink: Chocolate Chip.
Accessories: Versamark, White Embbossing Powder,SU! Markers, 2 Way Glue, Dazzling Diamonds and
Pop Dots.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Wintery Thanks

Inspired (again) by Jen Sannes' card .  I had to use a different stamp set because we made this card at my last Open House.  The set she used is no longer available.  Anyhoo, just a fun and simple card.

Supplies:  Stamp set by SU! Season of Joy (110384), Whismsical Words (119119 Sale A Bration catalog)
Ink: Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery, Almost Amethyst.
Papers: Shimmery White, Melon Mambo.
Accessories: 1 3/4 Circle Punch (112004), 1 3/8 Circle Punch (104401), Melon Mambo Ribbon (115611) and Pop Dots.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy Sunday!

Spotlight on LYP

I have taken a serious blog vacation lately.  I was so busy with work and the holidays that I just couldn't fit in anything else.  I truly admire bloggers who manage their time so well, they blog regularly, rain or shine!  My hat is off to them. 

So, here is a simple card inspired by a stamper who goes by the name LYP on SCS.    I am including a link to her gallery in my gallery list.  She has a lot of beautiful cards in her gallery; you should check it out!

I used the new Scallop Trim Punch from the Sale A Bration catalog.  This means you can have this punch for free with any $50 purchase until March 31st.

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Medallion (115223)
Papers: Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Black
Ink: Soft Suede.
Accessories: Scallop Trim Punch (118402), Modern Label Punch (116630), Word Punch (105090), Colour Spritzer Tool (107066), Soft Suede Marker (116329), Pewter Brads (109109).

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy Tuesday!

Inspired by LeAnne Pugliese

The minute I saw her card, I just ran to the basement (that's where the craftroom is; the 'puter is upstairs).  Super easy and lots of glitter.  Still had glitter on my hands when I got to work yesterday.  Cleaning teeth with glitter underneath my gloves almost made me feel like the Tooth Faerie...  :)

Anyhoo, so, quick & easy one again. 
Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Lovely as a Tree (115026),  Much Appreciated (retired)
Papers: Kraft and Bravo Burgandy.
Ink: White Craft and Bravo Burgandy.
Accessories: Dazzling Diamonds and 2 Way Glue Pen

Also added a link to LeAnne's gallery.  Go check it out!!
Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Spotlight on Pam124

Yesterday's featuted stamper at SCS was Pam 124.  Her gallery is loaded with beautiful cards.  I'm adding a link to her gallery on my list.  Here's the card that inspired mine.  I used Irridescent Ice Powder to make the tree sparkle.  First, stamp your image in Versamark, cover with the powder, heat with tool and voilà!

Supplies: Stamp by SU! Season of Joy (110384)

Ink: Versamark and Craft White

Papers: Baja breeze (retired) and Whisper White.

Accessories: Irridescent Ice (101930), Organdy White Ribbon (retired), Little Felt Flurries , Red Gem by Paper Studio, Pop Dots, White Embossing Powder (109132).

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful week!

Bermuda Christmas

A pretty simple card tonight as I had little time to make a few cards with a French greeting.  So glad I shipped my gifts to my family today.  Post office was super busy!!

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Voeux en fête (retired)
Papers: Whisper White, Bermuda Bay.
Ink: Bermuda Bay
Accessories: Red Brads by Paper Studio, 3/4 " Polka Dot Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon (115608), Bigz XL Die Matchbox (114890) for tag, Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), Snowflake Cuttlebug Folder and Pop Dots.

Also wanted to add a link to some digital Christmas tags that can be downloaded for free.  Here's the link http://www.writeclickscrapbook.com/write_click_scrapbook/2009/12/have-a-holly-jolly-christmas.html
Thanks to Tracy Durcan for sharing the link.  These tags are so cute and fast to make!

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day! 
A plus tard! (French for "see you later")

Teenager Birthday Card

I feel bad I can't remember the stamper who inspired this card.  I spent a good 1/2 hour looking at blogs and I just can't find it.  So, I can't give credit where credit is due.  I'll update this post if I find it.
Anyway, pretty simple card here.  Hope you like it  :)
Stamp by Studio g.
Papers: Paper Studio, College Rule, Whisper White.
Ink: Chocolate Chip.
Accessories: Piercing Tool and Mat, Spiral Punch, Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon, Pop Dots.
Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

Spotlight on Mrs Boz/ FS147

This week's featured stamper on SCS is Mrs Boz.  I have spotlighted her before but couldn't resist doing it again since she is such a wonderful stamper.   Here is the card that inspired mine.  I changed the colours and added a ribbon because I just love this gorgeous ribbon!  I also realize that the red gem is a bit out of the centre on the photo.  It is now fixed  :)

Supplies: Stamp by Brother Sister Design Studio.
Ink: Versamark
Paper: SU! Real Red, Whisper White.
Accessories: Small Snowflake Punches by EK Success, Large Snowflake by SU!, Irridescent Ice, White Gel Signo Pen, Red Glitter Dome by Mark Richards, SU! Organza Ribbon, White Embossing Powder and Pop Dots.
Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day!

Spotlight on Ashley Cannon Newell

I have been a big fan of hers for quite some time and decided it was time to spotlight her work.  Here is the card that inspired mine.  This came together in less than 5 minutes.  I am including a link to her awesome blog.  Go check it out!!
Supplies:
Stamp by SU! Christmas Greetings (page 28, #115448)
Papers: Kraft, Patterned Paper Bashful Blue (retired)
Ink: Craft White, Versamark.
Accessories: White Embossing Powder (109132), Button from my old stash, Jumbo Snowflake Punch (page 187, # 116628), thread and White Signo Gel Pen (105021).

Stampin up! has a great selection of items on sale this week.  Click here to see them all and let me know if you'd like to place an order.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!!

Spotlight on Birgit/ FS146

Today's featured stamper is Birgit and she has an amazing gallery.
I chose this card for my inspiration piece. Clean and simple is what I needed.

Supplies:
Stamp by SU! Patterned Pines (Hostess set), Holidays & Wishes (retired)
Papers: Kraft, Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery and Whisper White.
Ink: Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip.
Accessories: Pop Dots, Pearls by Paper Studio.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!!

Spotlight on Jen Sannes (again)

I just love how classic this card is with the navy and silver.  Thanks Jen for the inspiration.

Supplies: Serene Snowflakes (115438-mini catalog) and Holiday & Wishes (retired)
Papers: Night of Navy and Whisper White
Ink: NIght of Navy
Accessories: Platinum Shimmer Paint (116807- mini catalog), Silver Brads, 5/8" White Satin Ribbon (114616), Bigz XL Die Matchbox (114890) for tag, Sponge Daubers and Pop Dots.
Thanks for stopping by!

Spotlight on Dawn Easton

Dawn is the featured stamper this week @ SCS.  Her gallery is full of wonderful cards and she has many with fun bright colours.  Here's the card I made inspired by this cute little number. 

Supplies:  Stamp by Craft Studio

Papers: K&Company's Berry Sweet, SU! Certainly Celery, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White.

Ink: Pretty in Pink

Accessories: Taffeta Ribbon/Pretty in Pink (109067), Button from Autumn Leaves, Pop Dots.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy Sunday!

Inspiration Challenge #206

Today's inspiration challenge @ SCS is from Lorelie Kay Designs.  This is the piece I chose.

No stamping here.  Made the trees with scraps, added Liquid Pearls and Platinum Shimmer Paint around the edges.  Voilà!

Supplies:
Papers: Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series papers (116770), Whisper White, Kraft and paper scraps.
Accessories: White Signo Gel Pen, Ribbon (unknown), Liquid Pearls, Platinum Shimmer Paint (116807) and Corner Rounder Punch by Fiskar.
Have a wonderful Saturday!!!

LSC246

Todays' challenge on SCS is to make a thank you card with a bird.  Simple enough!

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Autumn Days (115452), Sincere Salutations (115068)
Ink: Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry, Old Olive.
Papers: Natural Ivory (101849), Dusty Durango.
Accessories: Linen Thread (104199), Pop Dots,1 3/8 Square Punch (103375), 1 1/4 Square Punch (104400)
Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Patterned Pines

Made these cards after seeing Heather's.  Love how she combined these not so usual Christmas colours together.  Very quick and easy to put together.

Supplies: Stamp by SU! Patterned Pines (hostess set), Season of Joy (110384)
Papers: Kraft, Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery and Bashful Blue.
Ink: Versamark, Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue, Pretty in Pink.
Accessories: White Embossing Powder, Buttons (Autumn Leaves), Pop Dots and Large Corner Rounder by Fiskar.
Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Colour Challenge #244 and Paper Towel Flower

Today's colour challenge over at SCS includes these colours: Bravo Burgandy, Vey Vanilla and Kraft.
Yesterday new technique, also at SCS, was making a flower with a paper towel and re-inkers.

Very quick and simple.  I didn't have any Bravo Burgandy re-inker so I used Purely Pomegranate instead.  Figured, close enough  :)

Supplies: Stamp by SU! Teeny Tiny Wishes (115370)

Papers: Very Vanilla, Kraft, Paper Towel (Costco)  :)

Ink: Bravo Burgandy and Purely Pomegranate

Accessories: Button (in my stash), Distressing Tool, Glue Dots, Linen Cord.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Spotlight on Chrisations.ink!

Today's featured stamper on SCS is Christine M.  Here is the card I used for my inspiration.  I am adding a link to her awesome gallery on my list.  Go check it out!!

Supplies: Stamp by Studio G,Patterned Pines (hostess set), Teeny Tiny Wishes (115370)

Ink: Black, Real Red, Close to Cocoa, Only Orange, Crushed Curry and White Craft.

Papers: Whisper White, Soft Sky (retired), Real Red and Kraft.

Accessories: SU! Taupe 1/4 " grosgrain ribbon (retired), Dazzling Diamonds, Dots Cuttlebug Template and Pop Dots.

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful week.

Spotlight on "Miss Boo" - Jenny Charboneau

Every Sunday, SCS features a stamper and this week is Jenny's turn.  She has such a fun style and I am pleased to have had the chance today to make a card that is inspired by her work.  This is her card.  I am adding a link to her awesome blog on my list.  Another reason why I like her is because she has a French Canadian last name  :)

Supplies: Stamp by SU! Deer Friends (retired)

Papers: Kraft, Whisper White, Christmas Cocoa Specialty (mini catalog 116770)

Ink: Chocolate Chip, White Craft ( around the edges of the card ).

Accessories: 1" Circle Punch (109046), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217), 1/4" Circle Punch (retired), Felt Flurries (retired), Glittery Circle Sticker (Hobby Lobby)

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful week!

FREE Digital Images!!

In these tough economic times, free goodies are even more appreciated.  So run to Heather's Blog to download these digital images for free and make fun scrapbook pages or cards or whatever your creative mind wants to make.  But you must hurry, they are free until midnight on 10-31-09!!!  It would be fun to see your work using these images, so if you do, please leave a comment on her blog or mine.

Supplies: Digital images by Heather Sitarzewski.
Papers: Dusty Durango
Ink: Black
Accessories: Sponge (around edges), Pop Dots, 1 1/4 Square Punch.

Made this card after looking at many cards last night and I don't remember where I found the sketch for this card.  I apologize for not leaving credit for the sketch.  I'll edit later if I figure it out.

'Till then, Happy Halloween and stay warm! We are having a good snowstorm today.  Close to 2 feet of snow!!!  My poor aspen tree  :(

Another "inchie" Card

Hello again stamping friends and thanks for stopping by!  Today's card is so simple.

 First, cut up a 2 inches by 2 inches square.  Stamp your image in a light yellow colour (I used Crushed Curry), Then slightly stamp the stamp unto an orange colour (I used Dusty Durango) and lastly, gently stamp unto brown ink (Chocolate Chip).  Cut up your 2x2 square in 4 equal pieces.  Sponge edges with brown ink.  Mount with Pop Dots.  Place ribbon and stamp sentiment and you're done!!  Card measures 4 1/4 inches by 4 1/4 inches.

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! Autumn (retired)
Papers: Kraft and Whisper White.
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Dusty Durango and Crushed Curry.
Accessories: Chocolate Chip Twil Ribbon (retired), Pop Dots.

Have a great Sunday!

Spotlight on Emma Fewkes

I love Emma's style and this card was the perfect sketch I needed for a clean & simple card.  I am adding a link to her blog on my list.  Go check it out!!

Supplies: Stamp set by SU! A Tree for All Seasons (retired)
Papers: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue, Old Olive and Whisper White.
Ink: Basic gray.
Accessories: SU! Markers, Stampin' Pastels, Ribbon by Bazzill.

Thanks for stopping by and have a happy day!

Mojo Monday Week 108

This was last week's sketch; just finally getting around posting it.  I needed a bridal shower card and the sketch worked out well with this image.

I used Liquid Appliqué on top of the flowers for some fun dimension and coloured them with pastels.

Supplies:Stamp set by SU! Big on Spring (retired)

Papers: by SU!- Certainly Celery, Kraft, Whisper White and Bashful Blue and Delicate Dots Designer Series (from SAB-retired )

Ink: Basic Gray.

Accessories: Bashful Blue Ribbon 1/2" Striped Grosgrain (110717), Liquid Appliqué, Stampin' Pastels (105542), Pop Dots and old button from my stash.

Liquid Appliqué can be found in any craft store.  You apply just small drops, heat them with heating tool and watch them "pop up".  I then applied the pastels with a cotton swab.  Very easy and simple. 

1/2 " Library Clips (112581)  Reg price $6.95/ sale price $3.99

Basic Jumbo Grommets (114348) Reg price $6.95/ Sale price $4.49

Circle Designer BradsReg (112571) price $5.95/ Sale price $3.99

Mini Library Clips (109857) reg price $12.95/ Sale price $8.99

Prices are good until October 26th, 9:50 AM (MT)

Let me know before then if you'd like to place an order and have a happy day  :)