Same CS different Layout

As I mentioned yesterday, I decided to use my pre-cut pieces of cardstock to create different cards. And, for this sample I actually had a truck all stamped and ready to mount. So, I combined the two. Yes, I added a piece of Cherry Cobbler to the mounted piece, but the rest is the same as yesterday's card!

Have a good day!

Workshop Card

I usually don't demonstrate the Hostess sets. I did a workshop on Saturday and because I love the Because I Care set so much, I demonstrated it.

We used Daffodil Delight and Old Olive to create this gem! I showed how to make the background by covering the inside of the Square Lattice Embossing Folder with ink. We used markers to color in the flower and the sentiment.

Stay tuned for other samples using the extra pieces of cardstock that I had from the samples. I have always put the extra into my scrap. Recently, I decided to challenge myself and use the same cardstock with other sets and maybe and additional color. I have a couple of cute ones to show with the extras this time!

Here's to a great week!

It's a Baby Boy!

Friends of our family recently welcomed a baby boy into their family! For this occassion, I had to use my Teddy and Train set that has sat idle for some time now.

I used Old Olive and Very Vanilla for my layout. I used my Dots Embossing Folder on the Old Olive cardstock. I colored the teddy bear in with my markers. And, finished it up with some Very Vanilla satin ribbon.

Oh what fun babies are!!!
Have a great weekend!

My Hubby's Birthday!

Today is my husbands birthday. Sadly, I usually don't make him a card. Why? You might ask yourself? And, I really don't have a good reason. But, this year I took on the challenge, and am so glad that I did!

I absolutely love the way this card turned out. It has that vintage look but still looks modern!

I began with a chipboard frame. I used my Craft Stampin' Spots to color it up. Then I added some of the new Vintage brads. I do love them! I did the background by coloring my Vintage Wallpaper Embossing folder with Bravo Burgundy ink and running it through the Big Shot.

The image is from Countryside. I water colored it with my aqua painters and markers. I have finally mastered the water coloring with markers. I hope to do more of this in the near future. I struggled with water coloring for a long while, but seem to have it down now!

Here is a close up of the tag and brad! It just looks so neat!! Well, here is to my husband! I hope that you have a great day!

Happy 1st Birthday!

One of my challenges in making cards is making a card for a 1st birthday! I always have great plans, but it just doesn't work out. I try to keep them simple, yet cute! My first attempt with this card didn't work out and found its way to the trash.

I didn't give up because we are going to the party today and the card needed to be made. So, I tried again.

It didn't turn out too bad, may just a little too simple. I used my Big Shot and letter set to cut out the 1st. I applied ink to the inside of my Square Lattice Embossing Folder and ran some Whisper White cardstock through it. Then I added a couple of rhinestones. They do add some nice sparkle, although it is hard to tell that from this photo!

Enjoy the day!

My Red White and Blue Swap.

I chose to use the Countryside Stamp Set for my card. I combined Cherry Cobbler and Marina Mist to create the layout. I also added some of the Extreme Elements. I water colored with my markers and Aqua Painter. There is also some texture in there. I used the Lattice Square embossing folder.

To finish it off I used my Spritzer Tool to speckle the image. I was very pleased with the way that this card turned out! Very proud to send it to some fellow stamping friends!

Enjoy the weekend.

PS>>>>SO EXCITED THAT THIS CARD WON THE CONTEST FOR THIS MONTH AND IS FEATURED ON THE SUDEMOONLY SITE! WOO-HOO

Two More Red White and Blues.

This card is super cute with the red and navy butterflies! I love the border and ribbon. So cute!

This card used Extreme Elements with Cherry Cobble and Marina Mist. This color combination was very popular!

Tomorrow I will post my submission for the swap!

Have a great day!