We have a Winner!

We have a winner! Congratulations, Debbie, of DEBBIE'S DASH OF THIS AND THAT! You're name was chosen from Jerusha's blog, I LOVE PAPER CRAFTING.  

You Float my Boat

I've been working on a few more Valentine's over here.  I made this one using the Mojo Monday sketch and I also made it for the Crafter's Companion challenge, which was Love is in the Air.

This stamp is a new one from Our Craft Lounge called Smooth Sailing.

Stamps:  Smooth Sailing

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, SU Tangerine Tango

Paper:  unknown red, CDS Cottonball White, BG Sweet Threads

Accessories:  Copics, Circle & Scalloped Circle Nestabilities, corner rounder, Kiwi Viva Pearl Pen

Thanks for stopping in.  Tomorrow I'll have a card to show for a new CIC challenge :)

Splitcoast Sketch #368

I haven't played in one of the daily sketches over at Splitcoaststampers in forever.  Time just doesn't always allow me to participate in a challenge on any given day, but I found some time today.  I thought I would get a jump on the special Valentine's that I make for each of my children.  They look forward to it, and I love to do it :)

I used this adorable set from Our Craft Lounge called Pat the Dog.  The sketch is the Wednesday Sketch challenge over at Splitcoast.

I believe the first one will go to my son, despite the flowers, and the second one will go to my daughter.

Stamps:  Pat the Dog

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  BG dp, CDS Cottonball White

Accessories:  Copics, foam tape, green ribbon, Pennant Nestie

Thanks for stopping by!

SYFTT with some Big Love

Hello, my crafty friends!  It was a wonderful 4 day weekend with the family, and no we didn't do much. . .just the way I like it!  We just enjoy hanging out with each other, playing games, and watching movies.  That, and we do lots of cooking together.

I did have some time to play this weekend as well.  I pulled out this adorable Animals in Love - Elephants stamp along with the Animal Love Sentiments, both from Taylored Expressions. I saw the sketch over at SFYTT i {heart} 2 stamp blog, and wanted to play along.

Stamps:  Animals in Love - Elephants, Animal Love Sentiments

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, SU Rose Red

Paper:  Alphabet Soup Girl Project Pantry Kit from TE

Accessories:  Copics, glossy glaze, pink gems, foam tape, corner rounder

I'm hoping to get a few more things stamped out today to show you later this week.  I hope you all have a wonderful Tuesday :D

Clear Dollar Stamps Sunday Blog Hop

Welcome the CDS Monthly Blog Hop!  You should have made your way here from Barb's blog.  If you didn't, you'll want to head back to the start at Lori's blog.  You don't want to miss any of the inspiration that we have planned for you today or the chance to win a $25 gift code for digital images from Clear Dollar Stamps!

Our challenge this month was:

I {heart} U

I decided to make a bookmark for our new Daily Devotional using the John 15:12 verse.  This was so fun and easy to make.

I {heart} this time each morning with my kids, because I can see them growing in the Lord.  This is why I found the John 15:12 verse to be so fitting.

 Stamps:  John 15:12

Ink: CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  CDS Pretty Porcelain, MME Lime Twist, CDS Cottonball White

Accessories:  Bookplate & Tipsy Heats Sizzix Dies, Heart Punch, CDS Pretty Porcelain ribbon, flower brads, sponge

Now you'll want to make your way over to Linda's blog for your next stop.  Be sure to leave comments all along the way.  You could be the one to win the $25 worth of digital images from Clear Dollar Stamps!

Card Patterns Sketch

Today I have a card to show that I made for the Card Patterns Sketch.  Clear Dollar Stamps is sponsoring that challenge this week, so head on over for your chance to win.  I used a newly release verse. . .Deuteronomy 6:5.  It's a great verse, and a great reminder. . .simply perfect for Valentine's Day!

Stamps:  Deuteronomy 6:5

Ink:  SU Crumb Cake

Paper:  December TE KI Kit

Accessories:  Scalloped Edge punch, Circle & Scalloped Circle Nestabilities, crocheted flower, Cream Viva Pearl Pen, Copics & airbrush, yellow button

Thanks for stopping in!

Cloud 9

My husband is home for a 4 day weekend, and while normally we would be doing something as a family he is sleeping.  He had to work through the night last night and got home at 9 this morning.  Poor guy is passed out on the couch and life is still going on around him.

That being said, I had some time to make a little something.  I saw the sketch that Jen had over on her blog, and knew I wanted to play along.  I thought I would combine it with this morning's Our Craft Lounge challenge of using numbers.  I'm using a new release called Love in the Air.  I'm loving their new releases!

I originally stamped it in white, but didn't really like it.  Then I thought I would just stamp over it in black and see what comes of it.  I kind of like the effect :)

Stamps:  Love in the Air

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, Vintage Photo distress ink

Paper:  BG Sweet Threads, magenta, TE buttercream

Copics:  E42, E44, E47, YG01, YG03, YG05, BV17, BV20

Accessories:  Scalloped Edge Punch, circle punch, Violet Viva Pearl Pens, foam tape, sponge

Thanks for stopping in today :D

MFT Sketch #54

Since I'm starting to feel more human, I had a chance to make a card for the MFT Weekly Sketch Challenge over at Splitcoaststampers.  I pulled out my PI Birthday Princess set from MFT to make this one.

 Stamps:  PI Birthday Princess

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  past TE KI Kit, CDS Cottonball White

Copics:  E000, E00, E11, E41, E43, E44, E47, BG13, BG15, BG18, Y13, Y15, Y17, YR16

Accessories:  Maya Road stick pin, Pennant & Circle Nesties, foam tape, stitched ribbon, corner rounder, Opaque White from Copic

I've been trying to grab out older TE KI Kits and start using them up a bit more.  This one is almost done.  No one can say that these kits from Taylored Expressions don't come jam packed with enough stuff to make a ton of cards.

I even did up the inside :D

Thanks for stopping by today.  I'm hoping to have more to show now that I'm feeling better :D

So fitting. . .

I'm chuckling to myself as I look at this card that was made for last week's MFT Sketch Challenge over at Splitcoaststampers, but never got posted.  It never got posted, because I've been sicker than a dog.  It's the only thing I've been able to create over the last week, and it was made LAST Wednesday!  Sad, but the sentiment is what is making me chuckle.  I just grabbed this set, because I thought it was cute but it is so darn fitting for how I've felt :)

The set is called PI My Umbrella from My Favorite Things.  She's a cutie, huh?

Stamps:  My Umbrella

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  TE November KI Kit

Accessories:  Copics & airbrush, Circle Nestabilities

Thanks for stopping in.  I'm hoping to feel better day by day and get back into the 'Craft Cave' for some quality creative time :)

Clear Dollar Stamps: Product Parade Day 4

Welcome to the final day of the Clear Dollar Stamps Product Parade!  If you've seen the past 3 days, you know that everything you've seen is already available over at Clear Dollar Stamps.  Today we want to show you even more inspiration.

My first card is from one of the Stamps of the Quarter called Sweet Hearts.  Those hearts can be used with so many and for so many projects!

Stamps:  Sweet Hearts

Ink:  SU Concord Crush, SU Rich Razzleberry

Paper:  buttercream, SU Concord Crush, SU Rich Razzleberry

Copics:  E50 on the ribbon

Accessories:  CDS Tabs & Tags Die, SU Concord Crush ribbon, Magenta Viva Pearl Pens

Our next Stamp of the Quarter is called Winter Bear.  I had so much fun painting him with some liquid pearls, and then adding my own flourishes to the sides.

Stamps:  Winter Bear

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  MME 12 Days of Christmas, CDS Cottonball White, SU Dusty Durango

Copics:  E08, T1, T3, T5, C3, YG63, YG67, R02, R05

Accessories:  White Opal Liquid Pearls, Snowflakes embossing folder, foam tape, CDS Designer Label Die, white gel pen

Our final Stamp of the Quarter is called Mini Verses, and are the perfect addition to your scripture collections.  I decided to make some mini notebooks for my purse using the verses.  Here are the 3 I made:

Stamps:  Mini Verses

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  buttercream, Authentique - Uncommon

Accessories:  sponge, CDS Tabs & Tags Die, Anthracite Viva Pearl Pen, notebooks

So there you have it!  The final day of the CDS Product Parade.  Be sure to head to Lori's blog to find out all about the Stamps of the Quarter, and check out the rest of the talented DT's blogs (links in sidebar) for more inspiration!

Clear Dollar Stamps: Product Parade Day 3

Welcome to Day 3 of the Clear Dollar Stamps Product Parade!  If you've missed the past 2 days, then just scroll down to see a bunch of wonderful new products that CDS just released.  Let's get started on today!

My first sample today uses the new stamp called Ark of Faith.  I have always loved the story of Noah's Ark, and this little scene is such a darling depiction of that story.  I made a framed piece of art for my sample, and I had loads of fun coloring it.  Aren't those little animals just the cutest?

Stamps:  Ark of Faith

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  buttercream, MME Lime Twist

Copics:  E000, E00, E08, E41, E42 E43, E44, R20, R22, G00, BG23, BG10, YG03, YG05, W1, W5, Y23

Accessories:  frame

The next stamp is a single. . .God is Love.  It's such a beautiful sentiment that can be used on so many projects.  I combined it with the set Loving Critters.  This sentiment could be used for so many occasions that it's just a perfect sentiment to have around.

Stamps:  God is Love, Loving Critters

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  MME Lime Twist, CDS Cottonball White, Pomegranate Pink

Copics:  T1, RV11, RV14, YG01, YG03, BG10

Accessories:  pink twine, Scallop Circle & Circle Nesties, chipboard flower, Turquoise Spica Pen

I love this next sentiment, Psalm 46:10, because it is such a comfort to me always.  It reminds us to just be still, and remember that God is who He says He is.  That has never, and will never change.

Stamps:  Psalm 46:10

Ink:  CDS Hot Cocoa & CDS Deep Sea

Paper:  CDS Toasted Almond, OA Campfire

Accessories:  CDS Designer Labels Die, sponge, Gold Viva Pearl Pen, corner rounder, CDS Wild Ginger ribbon, foam tape

The next set is a fun little set that combines both fashion and scripture called Walk By Faith.  I would just love to have a pair of polka dotted heels :D

Stamps:  Walk By Faith

Ink:  Memento Rich Cocoa

Paper:  buttercream, MME Lush

Copics:  E42, E43, E44

Accessories:  CDS Mud Pie ribbon, corner rounder, foam tape

The next scripture is Psalm 37:23.  I decided to combine it with the set Smooth Sailing.  

Stamps:  Psalm 37:23, Smooth Sailing

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  BG Sweet Threads, unknown blue, CDS Cottonball White

Copics:  YG03, BG13, R02, R20, R22, E41, E42, E43, E44, & airbrush

Accessories:  sponge, Circle Nestie, pink brads

Our final set of the day is called Eternity.  I just love definition sets like this.  It could be used boldly, the way that I used it, or it could be used as a background.  I went a little crazy with the Kiwi Viva Pearl Pen, but golly do I really like those :)

Stamps:  Eternity

Ink:  CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  unknown blue & ornage, OA Campfire, buttercream

Accessories:  turquoise ribbon, OA buttons, TE Seeing Stars Die, Labels 17 & Long Rectangle Nesties, Kiwi Viva Pearl Pen, Copic Y17 & airbrush

Thanks for coming by again today.  If you look in my sidebar you'll see all of the rest of the Clear Dollar Stamps Design Team links.  You'll want to check them all out along with Lori's blog for more inspiration.  As you know, you can buy all of the new stuff right now from Clear Dollar Stamps. . .no waiting!  Tomorrow is the final day for the Product Parade, so make your way back here :D

Clear Dollar Stamps: Product Parade Day 2

Welcome to the Clear Dollar Stamps Product Parade Day 2!  As you know, all of the new releases can be purchased over at Clear Dollar Stamps right now!  So, let me give you a little inspiration to get your shopping carts warmed up :D

My first sample of the day uses the adorable new set called You Lift Me Up.  It has some really great sentiments to go along with it.  That image just makes me smile :)

Stamps:  You Lift Me Up

Ink:  Memento Rich Cocoa

Paper:  buttercream, Frosted Teal, Jillibean - Homemade 6 Bean

Copics:  E21, E23, R20, E41, E42, E43

Accessories:  Labels 4 Nesties, pink ribbon, CDS Tabs & Tags Die, Mint Green Liquid Pearls

I really love the next one, which is a sentiment. . .Cute as a Button.  It just goes so perfect for scrapbooking!  Even though I don't do much scrapbooking, it worked perfectly for this darling picture of my niece, Alaina.  I found this frame on clearance, and glued a bunch of buttons to it.

Stamps:  Cute as a Button

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  CDS Cottonball White

Accessories:  frame, sliver paint, pink buttons, Sizzix Bookplate Die

I showed off the Dahlia a couple of days ago for the CPS Sketch.  Now here it is using watercolors.  That flower is just stunning, with lots of possibilities.  It was stamped on some heavy watercolor paper, and then watercolored with my Tombows.

Stamps:  Dahlia

Ink:  Versafine Onyx Black

Paper:  CDS heavy watercolor, MME A Beautiful Life

Tombows:  676, 026, 177, aquabrush

Accessories:  oval cutter, black embossing powder, CDS Spring Leaf ribbon, foam tape, Circle Nestie

Here is another of the gorgeous flowers being released, the Josephine Clematis.  I just love coloring these big beautiful flowers :)  I used CDSs Heavy Cottonball White paper, so that my Copic coloring wouldn't show through the back and I could still have only a 1 layer card.

Stamps:  Josephine Clematis

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  CDS Heavy Cottonball White

Copics:  RV63, YG61

Accessories:  corner rounder, CDS Soft Mint ribbon

There you have it for Day 2!  There is still a ton of inspiration to see.  If you look in my sidebar you'll see all of the links for the CDS DT. . .you're going to want to head there.  Those ladies have some fascinating work to check out.  And be sure to head to Lori's Blog for even more!  Come back tomorrow for Day 3 :D

Clear Dollar Stamps: Product Parade Day 1

There is lots to see today!  Clear Dollar Stamps has a brand new release that is all available right now!  You came to be inspired and to see what's new, so let's get going!

The first card I'm showing has 2 new releases on it!  It has Toucans of Love and the sentiment Tou-can Pray.  The Toucans of love set has the each of the toucans as a separate stamp.  There are lots of possibilities with these adorable birds!

 Stamps:  Toucans of Love, Tou-can Pray

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black & Versafine Onyx Black

Paper:  CDS Cottonball White, MME Happier

Copics:  C3, C5, C7, R27, YG01, YG03, Y00, E33, G24, YR04, B00, B05, B07

Accessories:  black embossing powder, dimensionals, CDS Strawberry Jam ribbon, Long Rectangle Nestabilities, glossy accents

The next stamp is the Valentine John 3:16 stamp.  It's such a beautiful way to think of Valentine's Day in my opinion.  I combined it with the Spring Bouquet SVG Accents, which are a great addition to any project.

 Stamps:   Valentine John 3:16

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  CDS Cottonball White, BG Wander

Accessories:  CDS Spring Bouquet SVG Accents, Labels 9 Nestabilities, black button, sponge, YR21 & airbrush

My next card shows off the beautiful verse, Psalm 116:1.  I paired it up with the Sheet Music set and the Tabs & Tags Dies from CDS.  I tried my hand at some hand done flourishes using the Viva Pearl Pens. . .I'm loving those!

Stamps:  Psalm 116:1, Sheet Music

Ink:  CDS Wild Huckleberry, CDS Ripe Olive, CDS Spring Leaf, Memento Tuxedo Black, CDS Hot Cocoa

Paper:  MME Life is Beautiful, buttercream

Accessories:  tag, Magenta Viva Pearl Pen, CDS Tabs & Tags Die, sponge

Here's another wonderful Scripture just in time for Valentine's Day. . .John 15:12.  God is the ultimate Valentine, so naturally all Scripture dealing with love reminds me of Valentine's Day!

Stamps:  John 15:12

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  CDS Cottonball White, Lilypad green, Little Yellow Bicycle - Cupcake Love

Accessories:  RV02, CDS Tabs & Tags Die, Light Blue Viva Pearl Pen, Green Striped ribbon

Here we have another Scripture based on the love that Christ has for us. . .Romans 5:8.  What a beautiful message.  I used both the Cross Messages Die and the Tabs & Tags Dies both from Clear Dollar Stamps.

Stamps:  Romans 5:8

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black & Rich Cocoa

Paper:  CDS vanilla, Jillibean Soup - Homemade 6 Bean, unknown blue & green

Accessories:  CDS Tabs & Tags Die, CDS Cross Messages Die, Birds & Swirls embossing folder, sponge, blue rbbon, Scalloped Edge punch, sponge, Kiwi, Light Blue, & Gold Viva Pearl Pens

I have to say that I think this next one is my favorite of all the projects I made for today.  I used the map set called Lost at Sea along with the new verse Luke 12:34.  I had so much fun airbrushing this map.

Stamps:  Luke 12:34, Lost at Sea

Paper:  Crate Paper - Farmhouse, CDS Cottonball White, Aqua blue

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Copics:  E41, E43, E44, BG72, BG75, & airbrush

Accessories:  brads, Pennant Nesties, CDS Elegant Accents Die, heart punch

My final card of today's Product Parade is the verse Deuteronomy 6:5.  It's a lovely way to end the day with the reminder of how we should love God. . .with everything we are.  I used the Damask border stamp to make the background paper, and topped the paper off with Viva Pearl Pens :)

Stamps:  Deuteronomy 6:5, Damask

Paper:  CDS Deep Sea, CDS Pineapple Twist, buttercream

Ink:  CDS Cherry Go Round, CDS Deep Sea

Accessories:  sponge, CDS Pineapple Twist ribbon, heart stick pin, Red Viva Pearl Pen, Buttercup Liquid Pearls, Labels 1 Nestie, foam tape

So there you have it!  Now the beautiful thing about the Product Parade is that everything you've seen today is available right now!  You don't have to wait, you can buy it all right now!  Head on over to the Clear Dollar Stamps store and start filling your cart.  Be sure to come back tomorrow, because it will be Day 2 of the Product Parade :D

Clearly Inspired Challenge #43

A new year gives us some new challenges for the Clearly Inspired Challenges over at Clearly iStamp!  If you played last month, be sure to check out the blog to see if you're one of the winners.

Our first challenge of the new year is a Valentine's Day challenge.  Let's see what you come up with for this fun occasion!  

I am actually showing you a card that I made last year that didn't get much exposure, because it was lumped in with a bunch of VSN challenges over at Splitcoaststampers.  I actually pride myself on having something new and done for each of the CICs, but alas I have been so down with this head cold that nothing is coming out of the 'craft cave' right now.  I haven't felt this terrible in goodness knows how long!  Regardless, since I'm not even eligible for the prize, I thought I would at least show you something inspiring.  I made this using my cricut, and the 1John 1:6-7 stamp from Clear Dollar Stamps.  I think that verse is one of the perfect verses for a Valentine.  Since love comes from God, it makes it that much more special :)

I love the vintage feel of this card with the lace, buttons, and crocheting. It reminds me of an old time Valentine that we used to make when we were kids. . .with doilies and construction paper.

Stamps:  1 John 1:6-7

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, Vintage Photo distress ink

Paper:  vanilla, textured Ridinghood Red

Accessories:  buttons, brown thread, crocheted flower, hat pin, lace, Victoria embossing folder

Thanks for stopping in today.  I definitely have things you'll want to see starting tomorrow, so be sure to come back.  CDS is starting their new releases!

CPS Sketch 249

Clear Dollar Stamps is sponsoring the CPS Sketch this week, and we are so excited about it!  I played along, but I used a set from CDS's new release which is happening on the 7th!  This set is called Dahlia, and I LOVE it!  I used a technique that involves painting with bleach which I found over at Splitcoaststampers.

Stamps:  Dahlia

Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper:  CDS Worn Parchment, CDS Vanilla, CDS Sweet Cheeks

Accents/Tools: Ribbon Tags Trio Nestabilities, bleach, paint brush, white gel pen, paper piercer, 

Prismacolor & gamsol, CDS Lime Twist Twill ribbon

Thanks for stopping in!