Vintage Vibe

Howdy Folks!

How is your week going so far? What I want to know is: Where did January go?! Can someone tell 2015 to sssssllllooooww down, please? Thank you. ;)

Ok, friends, I'm here today to share my new project for Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges. The theme is vintage.  You can create a card, layout, canvas, etc. Now, I have a confession: I LOVE the vintage look, but I have a hard time achieving it.  I tried to channel the creative, vintage vibes of Lisa of A Mermaid's Crafts, but my card pales in comparison to her amazing, beautiful projects.

I lightly "distressed" the paper/cardstock by running a blade over the edges. And I added a bit of shine on the leaf vines using a gel pen.

The lighting in this picture isn't the best, so it's hard to tell that the ribbon was "distressed" using a distressing powder.

(Supplies: cardstock- Bazzil Basics; pattern paper- Karen Foster Design; stick pin; vintage sticker- Tim Holtz; ribbon; blade; gel pen; distress powder)

So what vintage-y craft will you create?  We'd love to see what you make, so link it up at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges.  :D
Thank you kindly for stopping by!

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Lovey Dovey

Hola Everyone!



How is your week going?  Mine?  BUSY with work, but I'm grateful for my job.

Well, I am stopping by to share my project for the new challenge at Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges . The theme is love, Valentine, or wedding. And you can create a layout, card, canvas, etc. 





I created a quick and simple card using a "journaling" card from Echo Park.  Using journaling cards is a fast way to mass produce your Valentine cards. :
Ok, folks, I am currently typing this up at work during my lunch hour.  However, the computer is old and sssllllooow.  Shhh...., don't tell them. ;)   So this means that it's not cooperating and my post will look a little different than usual.


Thank you kindly for stopping by.  I always welcome your company. :)
Happy Crafting!
Angie

(Supplies: cardstock; pattern paper- Teresa Collins; sequins, ink dauber; distress ink- Broken China; journaling card- Echo Park)

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

Perfect Pearls Projects

Hello All!

I am running on little sleep, so I hope my words on this post make sense. If not, please let me know.  :0)

Today I am sharing some cards that use Perfect Pearls.  I FINALLY got the chance to try them, and I really like them.  Perfect Pearls is a powder that you brush onto images stamped with Versa Mark ink.  And let me tell, they reflect the light beautifully.  Dark paper works best for this product.  Again, my apologies for the grainy pictures. 

I know I have shown you the following stamp before, so I'm sure you're bored with it.  But I like the mileage I'm getting out of it. :) 

(Supplies: cardstock, stamps- Stampendous! & Craft Smart, rhinestone- Bo Bunny, Perfect Pearls in Sour Apple & Pink Gumball, Versa Mark ink, small paint brush)

I am entering the next card to One Layer Simplicity Challenge.  The current challenge is to repeat an image or sentiment.  By the way, I used a pencil eraser to create the 3 dots in the top corner.  Who knew a simple school tool could be so handy in crafting? :)

(Supplies: cardstock, stamps- Unity Stamp Co., white & Versa Mark ink, Perfect Pearls in Blue Raspberry, Grape Fizz, & Pink Gumball, pencil eraser, small paint brush, rhinestone- Bo Bunny)

Well, friends, time for me to head out.  Thank you for taking some time to visit my little world.  Have a great day. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Purple Love

Howdy Friends!

I hope you enjoyed your weekend.  Mine consisted of visiting friends, errands, & organizing.  Not too fond of running errands, but I enjoy the other two. :D

Well, today I am popping in to share a card that I am linking to the current challenge at City Crafter Challenge.  The challenge is to add a splash of color while using black/grey or white as the main color. Here is their inspiration picture:

Lovely, isn't it?

Let me apologize for my grainy picture.  I used black cardstock & it doesn't photograph well.  Plus, I ran out of white cardstock. :(

(Supplies: cardstock, white ink, tape sheet, swirl stamp- Inkadinkado, sentiment stamp- Craft Smart, glitter- Jewel Glitter Ritz, pearls- Bo Bunny)

Well, that does it for me today.  I wish you a fabulous day and thank you so very much for stopping in to visit. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Love Letter

Happy Friday!!

Got any fun plans for the weekend?  My weekend is kicking off with Family Game Night tonight, and I'm excited! It's always great to spend time with loved ones. :) 

Well, guess what I'm sharing today?... Yep- another Valentine's Day card. :D
I colored the flowers and then added glitter glue to them.  I love the little sparkle when the light hits them. 

I will be entering this card to Time Out Challenges for their theme & DT call.  Their theme is "Love &/or Friendship" & I think it fits in nicely. :)  I like the concept behind this blog, which is to take time out and craft.  Right up my alley! :D

 Can you tell that I'm enjoying the heart pattern paper?  :D

(Supplies: cardstock, pattern paper, gel pen, twine, sequins, glitter glue- Martha Stewart, image & sentiment stamps- Stamping Bella)

Oh, I almost forgot that it's Super Bowl weekend.  With no television, I'm pretty clueless about games and shows. :(  So all you football fans, enjoy the show.  You know where I'll be. ;) 
Thank you for stopping in to visit.  Have a fabulous day. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Red Sweet Bee

Hi Everyone!

I have another Valentine's Day card today.  And since that "sweet" holiday is almost here, I've got a good excuse to continue making them. :D
I used the same stamp in a previous card that I posted here.  You'll also notice that I have been using the same pattern paper in other cards.  They're all different, but they seem like they can be part of a set.

Let's begin with a detail picture.  I used glossy accents again on the honey, and it makes it look real shiny. Plus, I added a little sparkle to her wings with glitter glue.

(Supplies: cardstock, pattern paper, stamp- My Favorite Things, glossy accents, machine stitching, sequins, gel pen, colored pencils, glitter glue- Martha Stewart)

So what crafts/treats are you making for the "sweet" holiday? 
Well, TTFN (Tah Tah For Now) as Tigger says. :D  Thank you for stopping by. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie  

Flower Power Pack with Love

Hey Y'all!!

I hope you are having a wonderful week so far.  We Central/Southern Californians are being a bit spoiled with our weather.  Can you believe it was 70 today?!   

Well, I am popping in today to share a Valentine's Day card & more "Flower Power" cards that are similar to the red one I shared here.  And since I liked the design, (as well as my Facebook friends :D) I decided to recreate it in different shades of blue.  I made 2 for each color.
I call these the "Flower Power Pack."

   
And here is my Valentine's Day card, which was quick and simple.  I used a Project-Life type of card for the center. 
A detail picture:

(Supplies: cardstock, pattern paper, machine stitching, sequins, journal card- My Mind's Eye)

Well, that does it for me today.  I thank you so, so much for stopping in to visit. :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Sweet Bee

Hello All!!

I meant to post this project earlier, but who knew that taking a vehicle for a smog check would take FORVER!?  I took a book so I could read while I waited, (I was expecting at the most 1 hour) but I didn't get time for that!  I spent 40 minutes looking for the place (which was only 2 miles away!), showed up at 2 wrong places, & then when I finally found the correct one (which was hidden!), they tell me I need to drive around for a while so the "cat" (mechanical terminology) can be hot enough!!  Ay ya yay!!! 

Ok, enough of my ranting. :D  Let's get to the goodies. :)

Today's project is a Valentine's card with non-traditional colors.  I used the sketch from Seize the Sketch for my card.

 (Supplies: cardstock, pattern paper- Webster's Pages, gel pen, button, twine- We R Memory Keepers, stamps- My Favorite Things, colored pencils, glossy accents)

Well, I hope you've had a smoother day/evening. :)  Thanks for being patient with me during my ranting and thank you for stopping by today.  :D

Happy Crafting,
Angie

Double the Love

Hello All!

How is your week going?  Can't believe it's almost the weekend.  Not that I'm complaining, but it seems like this new year is already on the fast track!!  I need to make sure I don't let it slip away.

Well, today I am sharing another card based on this month's Artful Delight sketch.


I rarely make 2 cards with the same sketch, but I really like this one.  You can see my previous one here or just scroll on down.

Here is a detail picture.  I used glossy accents on the hearts.  It's my first time using this product, and I think I like it. :D

(Supplies: pattern paper, debossed cardstock, white cardstock, Cameo machine, twine, button, sequins, stamp- My Favorite Things, die-cut shape, glossy accents)

On another note, I want to remind you that the current challenge for scrapping4funchallenges is due Jan. 23.  The theme is baby, so go ahead and get your projects posted. :D   Have a fabulous day and thank you for stopping by!!

Challenge #8- Baby.  Isn't this just too cute! :D


Happy Crafting,
Angie

Forever Yours

Happy Monday!!!

How was your weekend?  Mine was good, but tiring towards the end, so today I am drrraaggginnggg. :-) 

Well, today I am popping in to share a card based on this month's Artful Delight sketch.  Here is the sketch:



And here is my card:

(Supplies: pattern paper, pearls,- David Tutera cardstock, gel pen, sticker, machine stitching)

In the interest of conserving some brain power for the rest of my day, I'll close.  :D  But know that I appreciate your visit.  Have a great day.

Happy Crafting,
Angie