You Are Amazing

Howdy Friends!!

How are you?  Got any big plans for the weekend?  Whatever is on your schedule, I hope you enjoy it.  My plan is to avoid this horrendous 100+ heat.  Some of you in blog land are already talking about Fall and the cooler temperatures, but apparently it hasn't arrived in our town.  :(

Anyways, I am stopping by because I was able to sneak in a tiny bit of crafting throughout the week.  :D  Plus, I still had some pretty paper left over from my previous DT project.  Let's begin!

I used a glitter pen to add some shine and pizzazz.

My precious niece back in 2009.

(Supplies: cardstock; pattern paper- Carta Bella; wooden buttons- Jillibean Soup; banner punch- Fiskars; butterfly punch- Martha Stewart; stickers- Me and My Big Ideas; twine; sewing machine; glitter pen)

By the way, want to know what inspired my colors?  Go check it out here. ;)  Ok, friends, time for me to skedaddle.  Please know that I completely appreciate your visit. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Pretty Primas

Good Golly Miss Molly!!!

I can't believe I've been absent for 2 weeks!!  I shared earlier in August that I got a new job, but I didn't realize how drained I would be each night after work.  I'm still trying to find my crafting rhythm with this new job.  I'm hoping I find it soon.  :)

Anyways, how are you all doing?  Today I am sharing my project for the new challenge at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.  This is a "picture inspiration" challenge.  There's lots of great inspiration here, but I love the soft colors and that's what inspired my layout, as well as the slips/dresses hanging on the door. 
 

Let's begin with some detail pictures:

I fussy cut the flower and leaves.  The pink lettering is stamped with Versa Mark ink and then brushed with some Perfect Pearls. 

I die cut the flowers using pattern paper and vellum.

This is the very first layout I've ever done with LOTS of white space and no journaling.  It felt incomplete to me in the beginning, but I'm trying to step out of my comfort zone.  :) 
By the way, the title- Primas, means cousins in Spanish. 

(Supplies: butterfly punch- Martha Stewart; pattern paper- Carta Bella; embossing folder- Anna Griffin; banner punch- Fiskars; Distress Ink pads- Tim Holtz; stickers- Me and My Big Ideas & stash; gel pen; Perfect Pearls; Versa Mark ink; stamp- Tim Holtz)

Ok, dear friends, this does it for me today.  I am so glad that you stopped by to visit.  Hope to see you soon and don't forget to post your projects here.  :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Fluttering Elegance

Howdy Friends!!

I hope you had a great weekend. 

Well, guess what?  I actually have a craft post.  Yay!  So let's get to the fun.  :)

I've had limited crafting time, so I was glad that this card came together fairly quick. 

Notice those tiny silver dots?  I used a silver pen around the damask design to give it a bit of pizzazz, but it's hard to tell in the picture. 

(Supplies: cardstock; pattern paper- My Mind's Eye; butterfly punch- Martha Stewart; sentiment- Papertrey Ink; silver rhinestone; silver gel pen; white ink)

Well, dear friends, it's a short and sweet post today, since there's a million and one things to do.  But I greatly appreciate your visit. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Sparkly Explosives

Howdy Folks!

How is your week going?  I apologize for being MIA (missing in action) lately.  I lost my mojo this past weekend, and I haven't been able to find it.  Does this ever happen to you?  I keep going into my wanna-be craft room, and then I walk out after about 5 minutes. 

But I was able to grasp a bit of mojo before it slipped away, again.  So in that fleeting moment I created this:

 

  
I die-cut flowers and used them as fireworks. :)  Trying to figure out ways to stretch my products, here.

(Supplies: cardstock; tape sheet; die-cut flowers; glitter- Silhouette; stamps- Papertrey Ink; glitter glue- Martha Stewart; blue and red ink- Color Box; Big Shot)

 

This card has more sparkle than I normally use, but I like the pizzazz. :D Well, dear friends, I am going to try and find my mojo before the week is over.  I want to thank you immensely for stopping by.  I really, really do appreciate your visit.  See you soon. :D

 

Happy Crafting,

Angie

Fluttering Butterflies

Howdy Folks!

How was your 3 day weekend?  I know Memorial Day just passed, but I still want to take this moment to say THANK YOU to all who have served or are currently serving our country.  You have sacrificed time, family and your life for my freedom.  So I am deeply grateful for you.

Well, I am popping in to share a card.  Here's a detail picture:

I love how the washi tape adds visual interest on the side.  The yellow base is a bit out of my comfort zone, but I like the happy vibe it gives.  :)

(Supplies: cardstock, butterfly punch- Martha Stewart, sentiment stamp- Papertrey Ink, washi tape, black ink, scraps of pattern paper)

Well, dear friends, thank you for stopping by.  It always warms my heart to have you visit. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Technique Time

Hello Again!

I am popping in again today to share my design team project for Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.  The new challenge is to create a technique project (i.e. masking, tearing, inking, embossing, watercolor, weaving, folding, etc.)

I have been really inspired by my teammate, Sarah, to create an art canvas.  Needless to say, I need LOTS of practice, but here is my first ever art canvas:

I cut the flowers with my Cameo and then pieced them together.  I added a bit of glitter glue to the middle.

The techniques I used are tearing, die-cutting, paper-piecing, & embossing.

(Supplies: blank canvas, pattern paper, cardstock, Mod Podge, embossing paste, stencils- The Crafter's Workshop & Prima, butterfly punch- Martha Stewart, glitter glue- Martha Stewart, blue acrylic paint, phrase die-cut -Silhouette Cameo)

This phrase- "Be Yourself.  Everyone Else is Taken," really resonated with me and it reminded me of my high school days.  Let me tell you why.  In high school (eons ago!), my best friend, who is also my cousin, was a very popular girl.  And it was easy to see why.  She was outgoing, cheerful, funny and friendly.  I was quiet, shy, and although friendly, not very talkative. 
So one day I decided I wanted to be like her, so I can be popular, too. :-) So I began being bouncy and chatty and hyper.  But guess what?  It was EXHAUSTING to be her!!! Needless to say, I gave it up after one day and decided I was just going to be ME. :)

Well, dear friends, what technique are you going to try?  Go have some crafty fun and then share with us here.  Thanks again for sharing some of your time with me.  :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie 

Enjoying Unity Again

Hello All!

As promised in my post yesterday, I'm back with another card.  This card is for the Unity Be Inspired Challenge.  You can create a card, layout, art journal, or a mixed media project based on the provided sketches and/or colors.



I used the card sketch and stamps from 3 different sets: main image from Feb. 2014 KOTM, butterflies from "You Give Me Tiny Butterflies" & the sentiment from "Better With Love."

I added pink glitter glue to the centers of the Cherry Blossoms & light green to the pollen particles (specks around the flowers).  At least, that's what I think they are. :)

Here is an image with a bit of sparkle.  I learned something a while back & I forgot during this project- pink glitter glue on a black surface looks green.  Hmm, maybe I should write Martha Stewart & ask for an explanation? ;)

(Supplies: cardstock, Washi tape, stamps- Unity Stamp Co., glitter glue- Martha Stewart, colored pencils, pop dots, black ink)

I get the feeling that Martha Stewart might be too busy for my glitter glue questions.  But I welcome any of your explanations. :)

Well, thanks again for sharing some of your time with me.

Happy Crafting,
Angie

ETA:  Adding this card to Unity's Friend's with Flair post.

Beachy Thoughts

Happy Monday!

How was your weekend?  Mine?  Too short. 

I actually put my to-do list aside for a bit and got into my creative mojo, so I am sharing a card that I whipped up. 
This card was inspired by Gloria Stengel's style.  Her style is vintage-y/retro with many layers and embellishments, and it's so beautiful.  Some people can add many layers & embellishments to their crafts and make them look amazing!  Gloria, is such a person.  But when I try to do the same, it just looks like a hot MESS. 
So my card does NOT look like her cards.  But I think it does look a bit vintage-y.  No? :)

(Supplies: cardstock, pattern paper- Recollections & from my stash, ribbon, heart border punch- Martha Stewart, glossy accents, sentiment- Unity Stamp Co., focal image- from my stash)  I don't have the manufacturer's name for the image.  So if you recognize it, please let me know so I can give them proper credit.

Well, folks, I'm signing off.  Have a fabulous day and thank you so, so much for taking the time to stop by. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Flourishing Flower

Hola Everyone!

How is your day and week going so far? 

Today I am popping in to share my design team project for Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.  The current challenge is to use handmade, store bought or stamped flowers on a layout, card, or "off the page" project.

When I began working on this project, I learned that I don't create a lot of flower projects.  So I didn't have a lot of options.  I have a large flower stamp that I have used numerous times here and here, but I didn't want to bore you (or myself) again with it. ;) 

So after much thought and searching, I created a layout.  Let's begin with some detail pictures. :)

I used an embossing folder by Anna Griffin for the middle section.  I sure do like the design.

I used glittery cardstock & a punch by Martha Stewart for the butterflies.  They're super sparkly in real life.

I cut out the banners and flowers, which are tucked under the paper, with my Cameo.  I also used a layout sketch by Gloria Stengel.  Her style is ahhwesome. :D

(Supplies: pattern paper- Bo Bunny, cardstock, embossing folder- Anna Griffin, Silhouette Cameo, border & butterfly punches- Martha Stewart, sentiment stamp- Unity Stamp Co., flower- Recollections, rhinestone, machine stitching)

So what flower project will you create?   Go get scrappy and link up your creation at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.   And thank you for taking the time to visit me.  Have a great day. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Bestowal Butterfly

Hey Y'all!

How is your week going so far?  I'm trying to get a bit of crafting time in the midst of all my to-do items.  So let's get to the crafty stuff. ;)

Today I have a thank you card.  The flower was die-cut with my Cameo and I used a Martha Stewart punch for the butterfly.
We have gray skies at the moment, so the pictures are a bit dull. Sorry. :(

I added some glitter glue to the butterfly and the hearts.

(Supplies: cardstock, Cameo machine, glitter glue- Martha Stewart, butterfly die-cut- Martha Stewart, sequins, sentiment stamp- Papertrey Ink, vellum paper, flower die-cut)

Well, I better get back to my to-do list. :(   Muchas gracias for coming over to visit & have a great day. :D 

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Marvelous Monograms!

Hi Friends!

I am popping in today to share my design team project for challenge #11 at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.  For this challenge, we created a monogram project.  It can be a layout, card, or "off the page" creation.

I wanted to create something that someone else might enjoy, so I decided on sprucing up a gift bag for a special niece. 

Let's begin with some detail pictures:
I used a piece of transparency, sequins & heart confetti for this little "bling" section.  I sewed the transparency to the cardstock & hid the stitching with washi tape.

I used glitter cardstock for the "L" & cut it with my Cameo.

I also removed the tough, cord handles and replaced them with ribbon.

(Supplies: kraft gift bag, cardstock in pink, gray & glitter, pattern paper- Kiwi Embroidery Paper Co., sequins, transparency, border punch- Martha Stewart, machine stitching, washi tape, ribbon, glue dots)

I really hope my niece likes the wrapping as much as the gift. ;)
So what kind of monogram project will you create?  Go play and then link up your project at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges. :D

Thanks for stopping in today!

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Layering the Love

Happy Monday!

I hope you enjoyed your weekend.  I was finally able to feel some peace & comfort regarding the loss of my friend.  In my last post I mentioned that I wasn't up to making "love" projects.  But one thing that my friend truly demonstrated in her life was genuine love.  It poured out of her smile, words, hugs and her actions.  So in her honor, I made a "love" card. :)

This card was based on a sketch recipe from Papertrey Ink.  Let's begin with a detail picture:  (No, I didn't break the container next to the card, it's actually made that way.)  :)

The 3 little hearts at the top are from the border punch.

(Supplies: cardstock, heart border punch- Martha Stewart, stamps- Unity Stamp Co., Perfect Pearls in Pink Gumball, paint brush, Versa Mark ink, black ink)

Well, friends, this does it for me today.  Muchas gracias for stopping in today and make sure to go love your loved ones. :)

Happy Crafting,
Angie

P.S.  Just a reminder that the current challenge at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges ends Thursday, Feb. 20.  Go get your projects posted. :D

Holly Holiday Card

Hello!

Are you ready for another week?  Luckily, this week includes my favorite holiday!!  I am so ready for some turkey, mashed taters, gravy, pumpkin pie- I'm getting hungry already!

Ok, enough about food.  Let's get on with the crafts. :)
Today I am sharing a card.  This one was made with the same pattern paper as my "Holiday Tree Delight" card.  However, I used the first November card sketch from Sketch N Scrap



Here is my card:

(Supplies: pattern paper, sequins, holly stamp- Recollections, sentiment- Papertrey Ink, twine- We R Memory Keepers, frame stamp- Sassafras, ink- Color Box, glitter glue- Martha Stewart)

So what's your favorite Thanksgiving dishes? 
I still have several projects to complete before Thanksgiving, so I better get to it.  Thank you for stopping by and have a great day.  :)

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Holiday Tree Delight

Happy Friday!!!!

Got any fun plans for the weekend?  Mine will start with another get together and I just love that.

Ok, on to the project.  Last night I was in my creative mojo and I was able to complete a card for this month's Artful Delight card sketch. Here is the sketch:



Here is my card:

A few detail pictures first.  I added "snow" & "Christmas lights" with some glue and glitter.



(Supplies: pattern paper, cardstock, die cut tree, glitter glue- Martha Stewart, sequins, white ink- Chalk Box, sentiment- Papertrey Ink, black pen, machine stitching) 

 

I like how this sketch allowed plenty of "white" space on the card.  I think I might use this sketch more often. 

And I like how you continue to visit my blog.  I appreciate that.  Have a wonderful weekend.

 

Happy Crafting,

Angie

 

P.S.  I recently discovered a new blog- Scrapping 4 Fun and I entered this card to their challenge as well.  The challenge is to use the picture below as inspiration or at least 3 of the colors.

 

 

Hello!

Howdy!

How is your week going so far?  I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around the fact that Thanksgiving and Christmas are ALMOST here!!!!  Wow, where did the YEAR go?...

Well, today I am sharing a super, duper simple card.  I actually began making this card for a challenge and it was not going as I intended, so I set it aside for a few days.  But I didn't want to leave it unfinished, so I just added a few things and left it CAS.

(Supplies: cardstock, white & red ink, flower stencil- Martha Stewart, ribbon, sentiment- Pebbles)

See?  I told you it was super, duper simple. :) 
Enjoy the rest of your week and gracias for stopping by.  :)

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Baby Dress

Hello Everyone!

Got any fun plans for the weekend?  I need to get some cleaning done, but I feel a strange, strong force pulling me into my craft room. ;)

A few weeks ago, a dear friend revealed that she's expecting.  We have no idea what the baby is yet, but I decided to get a head start and make a baby card.  I decided to make a girl card and later I'll make a boy card.  So I'll be prepared either way. :)

I printed the dress shape from the Paper Crafts Magazine online freebie section.  I stenciled the flower pattern with a Martha Stewart stencil.  The "lace" was created with a Martha Stewart punch.

(Supplies: dress shape pattern, stencil and punch- Martha Stewart, ribbon, button, image & sentiment stamps- Papertrey Ink, sponge dauber, ink- Color Box in Frost, black)

Alright, time for me to figure out which force will win- cleaning or crafting. :)  And as for you, enjoy your weekend and thank you for visiting.  I really appreciate it.

Happy Crafting,
Angie