Sending a Little Sunshine

I didn't get much of a chance to create anything this weekend, because it was extremely busy.  However, I do have this card to show you that was made for the Hope You Can Cling To challenges going on over at Splitcoaststampers.  I used the 'Send a little Sunshine' challenge to make a card of encouragement.

I used Fred Bear goes Fishing from My Favorite Things.

Here is the inside with the encouraging statement:

And here's a closer look at our little Fred:

Stamps:  Fred Bear Goes Fishing
Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  OA Fly a Kite, CDS Cottonball White, SU Basic Gray

Accessories:  Copics, sponge, Die-namics Sunshine (MFT), yellow button, brown thread, red ribbon, brown ric rac

Thanks for stopping in today!  Have a very Happy Halloween!

Gel-a-tins: Chocolate Bliss

Happy Saturday!  I'm just going to get right to what I have to show you today.  I made a treat box from an old jewelry box, and I think it turned out pretty good.  I used a really great set from Gel-a-tins called Chocolate Bliss.  The set has a lot of potential and could be used with some of Gel-a-tins yummy smelling embossing powders for an even better effect!

Splitcoaststampers has some wonderful challenges going on right now for Breast Cancer Awareness, and the challenges are called Hope You Can Cling To.  I've made lots of cards all week for the challenges. . .you should check it out!  This box was made for the Pink Ribbon challenge, which was to use a pink ribbon on your card.

Stamps:  Chocolate Bliss

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  BG Sweet Threads, buttercream

Accessories:  pink ribbon, scallop circle punch, circle punch, Magenta Viva Pearl Pens, box

Thanks for stopping by today :D

Taylored Expressions Sketch 149

Yay for Fridays, and yay for another Taylored Expressions Sketch!  These sketches always get the creative juices a flowin', and I'm sure this sketch will do the same for you.  

I ended up turning the sketch, and I'm sure having some fun with my new Woodland Winter set and Trim the Tree Die both from Taylored Expressions.  I also paired it up with Taylor's 12 Days of Christmas Project Pantry Kit.  They sure to make it easy to create some Christmas cards!

 Stamps:  Woodland Winter

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  12 Days of Christmas Project Pantry Kit

Accessories:  Copics, sponge, TE Frame it Up 1 Die, ribbon, dimensionals, Hot Pink Sparkly Fluff, Tags Nestabilities

I also wanted to make a card for the Hope You Can Cling To challenges over at Splitcoaststampers that would work for today's Hope for the Holidays challenge.  The challenge is a holiday card with the primary color being pink :)

Here are the details of the challenge from the forum at Splitcoaststampers:  

1. Create a card using the sketch as inspiration. Feel free to switch up the shape or size of your card. As long as your project follows the general sketch, you’re good to go! You may play as many times as you want. Each upload will be entered into our weekly drawing, so the more you create - the better chance you have of winning the PRIZE!

2. Upload your project to Splitcoaststampers before 8pm PST on Thursday, November 10th using keywordTESC149. Feel free to come back to this thread and link your creation, however, make sure you’ve uploaded it using the correct keyword as that’s how we’ll choose the winner.

3. You’re not required to use TE Stamps on your project, but I love it when you do! And if you’re drawn as our weekly winner and you’ve used TE Stamps on your project you’ll get a little sumpin’ sumpin’ extra

Here is what the Sketch Crew was bakin' up:

Cassie Trask (me)

Lori Craig

Margie Cortina

Monika Davis

Rachel Sztonyk

Taylor VanBruggen

Tracy Clemente

I can't wait to see what you come up with!

OCL is still wearing Pink!

Over at Our Craft Lounge they are still showing off the pink for Breast Cancer Awareness!  Today is their blog challenge and the color is none other than. . .PINK!  I chose to use my new Granny's Truffles set.  And while this card is sporting some other colors, the main card base is pink and so is Granny's dress ;)

I also had one of the Hope You Can Cling To challenges from Splitcoaststampers in mind when I made this card.  It was made for the You're My Inspiration challenge, and I chose the colors Light Blue, Pink, Red, Blush, and white dots.

Stamps:  Granny's Truffles

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  pink, CDS Cottonball White, EP Candy Shoppe Dots & Stripes

Copics:  B21, B23, B00, C1, C3, E000, E00, E41, E42, E43, R22, R24, R27, E47, RV10, RV11

Accessories:  brown button, cream twine

Thanks for stopping by!

More OCL goes pink!

Our Craft Lounge is still going pink for the week!  There was a fun hop on Monday, some more pretty stuff to see Tuesday, and yesterday Kendra shared her story.  You should really go check out the OCL Blog for lots of inspiration and to read Kendra's story.

I combined my card today with a challenge from Splitcoaststampers for their Hope You Can Cling To challenges.  I've been having so much fun making these, and I can't wait to get them all boxed up and sent out.  What a great feeling it will be to share something I love!  

I was inspired by the P.I.N.K. challenge, which was to use the letters to make your card.  Here goes:

P -- Pat the Dog stamp

I -- ink (I know that seems a bit like cheating, hehe)

N -- new stamp set

K -- know to tie on the bone charm

Stamps:  Pat the Bad Dog & Pat the Good Dog

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  pink, Crate Paper - Farmhouse, CDS Cottonball White

Accessories:  Copics (forgot to write them all down), MS Loop Punch, green twine, bone charm

Thanks for stopping in!

Our Craft Lounge is Going Pink All Week

If you're looking for the TE Holiday Hoopla Hop go HERE.

I know my card isn't pink, but it was made for the Hope You Can Cling To challenges going on over at Splitcoaststampers.  It was made specifically for the Encircled With Love challenge, which was to make a circle card.  I didn't realize just how much fun and how easy one of these would be.  You can bet I'll be making more.  

Kendra, from OCL is sharing her story with all of us this morning over at the OCL Blog.  Head on over and be encouraged!  

I used this great OCL set called Sunshine Cheer.  I'm officially in love with it, hehe, and it really can be used for so many things.

Stamps:  Sunshine Cheer

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, SU Crumb Cake

Paper:  EP Candy Shoppe Dots & Stripes, CDS Cottonball White

Copics:  T1, YR20, YR21, YR23

Accessories:  Circle Nestabilities, sponge

TE Holiday Hoopla Blog Hop

Taylored Expressions is hosting a Holiday Hoopla today and I'm excited to be a part of it. You should have arrived here from Wanda's blog.  If you didn't (or if you get lost along the way) you can head back to the beginning at Taylor's blog for the full list of participants. There are 22 designers showcasing Christmas/Winter/Holiday stamps sets from TE with samples that include all sorts of projects from cards to gifts and beyond!  We want to inspire you to get your holiday crafting and card making into high gear!  Be sure to stick with me all the way to the end of the post to get a coupon code for 25% off holiday stamp sets at Taylored Expressions! 

The set I'm showcasing is Moka Angel along with the wonderful Banner Holidays.  Moka Angel is quickly becoming a favorite for me, because not only am I using her for Christmas cards I have been using her for Breast Cancer Awareness cards.  Her versatility is amazing!  I'm loving the Banner Holidays because I can use it with any of my banner dies. . .how awesome is that?!

Here is the group of items I made with these great sets:

It seems like a lot, but it was all so easy!  Most of my supplies came from the Holiday Wonder Project Pantry Kit, making it even easier.  I stamped my sweet Moka Angel out on buttercream cardstock 3 times, and then colored her with my Copics.  I cut her out and set her aside.  Using the buttercream, I stamped my banner 3 times from Banner Day 2, and then stamped my sentiment from Banner Holidays onto each banner.  Then using my Banner Day 2 Die, I cut out all of my banners.  I also used the super versatile Frame it Up 1 Die.

 Here is a closer look at the bag and tag:

        

Pictures of other TE Supplies Used:

 

Are you getting in the mood to stamp?  Be sure to check out Taylor 's 12 Days of A Handmade Christmas Video Series for lots of easy gift ideas. I especially love Day 9 as it talks about journals. . .one of my fave things to give during the holidays!

Now, who loves a SALE ?  Use Coupon Code HOOPLA2011 to get 25% off the following holiday stamp sets (released in 2009 and 2010) at Taylored Expressions now through November 2:

Christmas Blessings, Enjoy!, From the Heart, Hangin' Out -  At the North Pole, Holiday Wonder, Home Sweet Home, Keeping Tabs, Merry Little Cocktail, Penguin Pals, Season's Sweetings, Sparkle & Cheer, Tag Treats , Tag You're It, Take Note - Holidays , Wings of Joy, Winter Wonderland.

The coupon code is case sensitive. Follow these instructions to apply the discount to your order:

1. Add the desired stamp sets from the above list to your shopping cart.

2. Insert the coupon code into the Promotional Code box.

3. Click the Update Cart button.  Your discount should now be applied.

4. Proceed to checkout to finalize and submit your order.

I'm so glad you stopped by today!  Be sure to head on over to Melody's lovely blog to be inspired by her Holiday Hoopla creations!

Our Craft Lounge Blog Hop

I'm super duper excited this morning, because I'm hopping along with the talented ladies from Our Craft Lounge!  As you all know, it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in honor of that OCL is having a blog hop!  I used the always fun set called Granny's Support Team for my card.  The Granny sets all crack me up, and this set is a humorous way to remind us all that we need to be aware and 'Don't forget to squish 'em!'

I thought it would also be fun to pair my card with one of the challenges going on over at Splitcoaststampers for the Hope You Can Cling To (HYCCT) challenges.  OCL's own Deb Felts is hosting the Give 'em a Squeeze challenge, which was to use some form of dry embossing.  Thanks for a great challenge, Deb!

Stamps:  Granny's Support Team

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, SU Soft Suede

Paper:  Authentique-Uncommon, SU Soft Suede, buttercream

Accessories:  E42 copic, Circle & Tags Nestabilities, Scallop edged punch, Victoria Embossing Folder

OCL is offering up a prize to a lucky commentor, so be sure to comment along the way!  Wouldn't you love to get your hands on a Granny's Support Team stamp set and 2 jars of Sparkly Fluff ~ in shades of PINK?!  A winner will be announced tomorrow morning.  You can get all of the details at the OCL blog.

Here are a list of the hop participants:

Kendra Wietstock - http://kendrawietstock.blogspot.com
Amber Hillman - http://www.ambersantics.blogspot.com
Carolyn King - http://myblogbycammie.blogspot.com/
Deb Felts - http://withastampandasong.blogspot.com/search/label/Our%20Craft%20Lounge
Debbie Fisher - http://debbiedee.blogspot.com/
Lori Tecler - http://inkingaloud.blogspot.com/
Stephanie Serrano - http://stephaniesstampinspot.blogspot.com/
Tammie Edgerton - http://onehappystamper-tammiee.blogspot.com/
Michelle Pearson - http://www.inspirationblooms.blogspot.com/
Dawn Barrett - http://dawnmercedes.blogspot.com/
Lori Barnett - http://www.loribarnett.blogspot.com/
Cassie Trask (me)- http://www.cassietrstamping.blogspot.com/

Have fun hopping and thanks for stopping by!

iCopic #52 -- Baby

Over at iCopic they are having another challenge!  I always want to participate, but don't always have the time.  This week the challenge was 'Baby'.  A couple months back I had made some onesies for my sister's baby. . .my adorable niece.  She liked them so much, that I made more.

I used the MFT set called Bee-utiful.  She was stamped with Stazon and then colored in with Copics.  After that, I heat set it with my iron.

Stamps:  Bee-utiful

Ink:  Stazon

Copics:  C1, C3, C5, C7, E41, E42, E43, Y00, Y15, Y17, BG10, BG13, E000, E00, E02

Thanks for stopping by!

Clearly Inspired Challenge #38

It's Friday. . .the third Friday of the month, meaning we have a new challenge over at Clearly iStamp for the Clearly Inspired Challenge!  The challenge this time is to use some Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness!  Easy peasy right?!

I used a newer stamp called Hot Air Balloon along with the uplifting sentiment; Lifting you Up in Prayer.  Both can be found over at Clear Dollar Stamps.

Stamps:  Hot Air Balloon, Lifting you up in Prayer

Ink:  CDS Hot Cocoa, CDS Bubble Gum, SU Crumb Cake

Paper:  buttercream, Crate Paper Farm Fresh, CDS Berry Blast

Accessories:  TE Cloud Duo Die, sponge, Cream Viva Pearl Pen

This also fits nicely into the Splitocaststampers HYCCT challenge of  Things are Lookin' Up!  

Head on over and get the deets, so you can participate in the Clearly Inspired Challenge!  I can't wait to see what you come up with :D

A Few HYCCT Challenge Cards

I've made it a goal to try my best to do as many of the Hope You Can Cling To challenges from over at Splitcoaststampers.  You can find out all of the details over there.  C'mon, join the fun for a great cause!

I have 3 cards to show today, with hopes for more of the next couple of weeks.  This first one was made with this super cute set called Shout it Out from Our Craft Lounge.  They are quickly becoming a favorite company of mine, with all of their fun stamps.  Next week they will doing some special things for Breast Cancer Awareness, so stay tuned!  This card was made for the Pink Critters Challenge.

 Stamps:  Shout it Out (OCL)

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black & London Fog, SU Soft Suede

Paper:  CDS Cottonball White & Stone Slab, Authentique-Uncommon

Accessories:  dimensionals, Labels 17 Nestabilities, E87 & airbrush, pink ribbon

 The next card I made used a new release from Clear Dollar Stamps called Build a Quilt and it's matching die.  It was made for the It Touches All of Us challenge, which was to make a collage of pink dp.

 Stamps:  Build a Quilt (CDS)

Ink:  SU Soft Suede

Paper:  SU Soft Suede, buttercream, Authentique-Uncommon

Accessories:  CDS Build a Quilt Die, CDS Designer Label Die, pink ribbon, Flamingo Liquid Pearls

The final card I'm showing you today was made with 2 different CDS sets called Christian Friendship and Scripture Children.  It was made for the Bosom Buddies challenge, which was to create a friendship card with pink.  Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!  I made the flower on my own. . .no die needed, my friends!

Stamps:  Christian Friendship & Scripture Children (CDS)

Ink:  SU Soft Suede, Memento Pink Angel

Paper:  SU Soft Suede, CDS Cottonball White, Authentique-Uncommon

Accessories:  E53 copic & airbrush, Square Nestabilities, CDS Elegant Accents Die

Again, I'm hoping to get them all accomplished as a personal goal.  Thanks so much for stopping by :)

CDS Blog Hop Winner!

We have a winner:

From Barb's blog, Barb's Best Creations, the winner is Kathi from Golden Paper Dreams.

Taylored Expressions October Blog Hop

Welcome to the Taylored Expressions October Blast From the Past Blog Hop!  I'm not the first stop along the way, but I'm glad you're here!  If you're new the BFTP hops, check out Taylor's blog for all of the details so you can sign up for next month.  If you're not new, grab a cup o' joe and enjoy the hop!

The theme this month was Trick or Sweet, and of course there is always the optional sketch to follow from the uber talented Sankari.  I followed the sketch this month, and used my Trick or Sweet II set.  This is one of the first sets I bought from TE, because I fell in love with the Cuppie superhero.  

 Stamps:  Trick or Sweet II

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Accessories:  buttercream, MME Mischievous

Copics:  T3, T5, T7, B10, BG13, E02, E08, E42, E43, & airbrush

Accessories:  Oval & Long Rectangle Nestabilities, dimensionals, Dusty Durango Ribbon, Light Blue Viva Pearl Pen

Now you don't want to stop here (although I think it's a fun place to hang out, hehe).  There is still more TE hoppy goodness to be seen!  Have fun!

Gel-a-tins: Save the Date

Go HERE for the CDS Blog Hop

Are you getting married, or having a celebration for a special occasion?  I recently received the Save the Date set from Gel-a-tins, and it is perfect for some actual 'save the date' type cards.  I made this card for a future wedding, and it was so easy.  I literally made it in no time.  It was blogged about over at the Gel-a-tins blog.

CDS Blog Hop: Happy Fall Y'all!

Good morning, and welcome to the Clear Dollar Stamps monthly Blog Hop!  Our theme this month is

Happy Fall Y'all

If you happened upon my blog, you're going to want to start at the beginning, which is Lori's blog.  Otherwise, you should have hopped here from Shell's blog.

Fall is finally upon us here in Columbus, GA!  I pulled out this fun Patchpal Scarecrow for my card along with a newer set called Melody of Truth.  I also decided to use the sketch from the current Clearly Inspired Challenge.  There is still time to play, so get inky and get entered!

 Stamps:  Patchpal Scarecrow, Melody of Truth

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  Crate Paper Farmhouse, CDS Worn Parchment, buttercream

Copics:  YR12, YR14, R22, R46, YR23, YR26, Y21, Y23, YG63, YG67, BG15, BG18, E33, E39, B45, B39

Accessories:  CDS Oval Die, sponge, MFT Pennant Die-namics, Kiwi Viva Pearl Pen, dimensionals

I hope you're leaving comments along the way, because one random person will win a $25 gift code for digis!  Now that you're done here, be sure to head over to Barb's lovely blog for more Fall goodness!