Cards I haven't posted....

I really need to clean off this table!

 So much stuff to put away, Tommy already cleared one side for me, so not helpful.

Elegant Eggplant Card Stock

Daffodil Delight Stitched Ribbon

Designer Frame & Delicate Designs Textured impressions Embossing Folders

Extra Large Oval Punch

One in A Million Stamp Set

 

Cajun Craze and Whisper White Card Stock

Cajun Craze ink

Linen Thread

Delicate Designs Textured impressions Embossing Folders

Cajun Craze Designer Series Paper

Cajun Craze ink sponged over textured piece

Nature's Walk Stamp Set

Honeycomb Textured impressions Embossing Folders

I used it on DSP too and cut them out

Bitty Banner Framelits & Itty Bitty Banners Stamp Set

Daffodil Delight Stitched Ribbon

Labels Collection Framelits

Easter Blessings Stamp Set

Pretty in Pink DSP

Certainly Celery CS & DSP

Elegant Eggplant

Black ink

Occasions Paper Piercing

Beautiful Wings Embosslits and Basic Pearls

Night of Navy  DSP

Whisper White base (I like how this CAS card turned out)

1" Square punch to notch out the flags

OMG I just realized my stamp set On Your Birthday Retired last year. I really need to accept that!

Same stuff used on this next card......

well except instead of the 1" square I used the 1 38" and the corner rounder

and I added a Little leaf Sizzlit cut

These next 2 use Just Believe stamp set

Card 1 I did the masking technique for the moon, not too sure but I think I have a problem with my So Saffron ink.... looks kinda beige

Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie and Tangerine Tango 

The Signo gel Pen is such a cool toy!

Spotlighting Technique

Garden Green and Daffodil Delight Markers and Card Stock

Oh, Whisper White CS too.

Daffodil Delight Stitched Ribbon

Bitty Banner Framelits 

Corner Rounder

Wood Grain Textured impressions Embossing Folders

Linen Thread

Lovely as a Tree Stamp set

Whisper White, Garden Green and Chocolate Chip  Card Stock

Garden Green and Chocolate Chip Markers

Lattice Big Shot Die

Bird Builder Punch (wings & leaves)

Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, Real Red, Pretty in Pink, Daffodil Delight and Bashful Blue Card Stock

Easter Blessings Stamp

The next 2 sets are 3 cards &envelopes with a tote

 I got the pattern about 5 years ago from a lady on SCS, but I tried to link back to it.. it's gone!

Just Believe Stamp Set

Very Vanilla, Baja Breeze, Rose Red and Basic Grey CS

Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler, Night of Navy and Soft Suede CS

Nature's Walk Stamp Set

Christmas Cards for 2013 (January & March)

Thank you Holly for the Gingerbread Man Sizzix Die.First she cut out the little guys in felt for me, then sent me the whole die.

His Heart Buttons are SU Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Diamonds

The Doily is from SU (so not my fave of dies) 

I never thought I'd be one to go into Ben Franklin to buy Rick Rack! LOL

The wiggly eyes make him look a bit creepy... just saying.

Real Red Base and Whisper White inside for writing on.

Susan presented the challenge for March to use stuff from our stash. I can't tell you how long those Gingerbread men have been sitting round here. 

 I used MDS to create the house number.

 Its so darned tiny..I didn't think about the cutting out part when I made them. 

The back ground is Tim Holtz Brick Embossing Folder.

Sorry this photo is so blurry... my door knobs are SU Mini Brads

 

I made my wreath with the Bird Builder Punch. 

Not sure if you can tell...I used SU Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details as Holly on the wreath.

 Inside the door..

using MDS I decorated a tree and added the sentiment. 

Thanks Susan for the doors!

 The challenge for January by Sheri  was to use non traditional colors. 

 I know I skipped February... LOL Ina's challenge is to make cards showing Winter Sports.

 Still thinking on that one.

Countryside step

Inspiration was found on Pinterest...which led me to 

Sabrina's beautiful blog

 

Kimbee has a wonderful tutorial (thank you so much)

Card stock is Midnight Muse, Soft Suede and Crumb Cake

I love the water color pencils!

Not sure what I'm gonna do with this card now though...another goes in the box I guess.

Used up some scraps

Scallop Square & Boho Blossoms Punch and 1" Square Punch (to notch out the flag)

Designer Series Paper scraps

Basic Pearls

Circles of solid card stock and DSP and Boho Blossoms with Basic Pearls

Jan's Apple Cake

2 Cups Sugar

1/2 Cup Butter

2 Eggs - Beaten

4 Cups Apples - Diced

Sift and add

2 Cups Flour

2 Teaspoons Baking Soda

2 Teaspoons Cinnamon

1/2 Cup Nuts

1/4 Teaspoon Salt

Bake @350° ~ 40 Minutes  ~ 9” x 13” Pan

Sauce

1/2 Cup Butter

1/2 Cup Cream

1/2 Cup Brown Sugar

2 Teaspoons Flour

2 Teaspoons Vanilla

Mix and cook until slightly thick.

We had this without any whipped topping, but Jan said it would have been better. OMG I can’t imagine that!

 and I didn't take my phone with me so i couldn't even take a picture to share, but that may have been torture for ya! LOL

A SUPER-COOL STAMP OPTION: PHOTOPOLYMER

They've searched long and hard for just the right material to be able to introduce completely clear stamping. And They've found it!

They're excited to announce that they  now have wood-mount, clear-mount AND photopolymer stamps! 

The new photopolymer will be an addition to our stamp line and will appeal to all types of stampers. Our top-quality photopolymer has just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time and with the introduction of our firm-foam pads, let's just say they're meant for each other! Photopolymer stamps will also be unique, fun designs that will inspire you and provide more versatile options you may not see in our traditional wood- and clear-mount stamp options. 

 The Fine Print

· Photopolymer stamps will be offered on a trial basis. Based on popularity, we hope to release more photopolymer stamp sets over the coming months. At this time we don't plan on offering a line of photopolymer sets as expansive as our wood-mount and clear-mount lines.

· Available on all order types beginning March 1, 2013. 

· Not available in wood-mount or clear-mount.  

· All photopolymer will be packaged in cello bag w/insert, but don't forget you can store them in our clear cases.

What makes them so great?

· They're entirely transparent for perfect placement every time! 

· They are durable. The photopolymer material is designed to last. 

· Can you say sticky? (Don't worry; in a good way.) These stamps stick amazingly well to our clear blocks.

· They're age tested. They won't yellow or cloud up over time. 

· They use FDA, food-safe material. How far can you stretch your stamping creativity? 

· We could go on, but we'll let you try them for yourself.

They are clearly a great choice.

 Designer Typeset Photopolymer Stamp Set 132956 $13.95

Recommend clear blocks A, B, G, F, and I. Purchase separately.

Includes 57 pieces. (Don't faint! This is a good overwhelming feeling.)

Something totally NEW and totally COOL from Stampin' Up!

The "class" consists of PDF documents and videos!

30+ projects--with supply lists for all of them!!!  

 Learn innovative ways to get the most out of your supplies with clever tips and all the techniques you need to start creating with success. 

 

The following topics are covered in the class:
* Basic Stamping
* Embossing
* Masking
* Stamp-a-ma-jig
* Watercoloring and Markers
* Big Shot Basics

 Divided into six sections focused on a variety of topics, this class includes videos, step outs, and supply lists for 30+ projects. Join the fun!

BEST PART--IT COSTS ONLY $14.95 

You simply order item # 133385

You will then get the information to download all the files and video's. 

It appears to be a "mydigitalstudio" download--but it is NOT--just downloaded the same way.  

Files are all PDF files and mp4 files for the video's. 

 Here are some basic instructions from Stampin' Up! for downloading--it was really easy--

PC Instructions
The files will be downloaded as archive files that you can then extract and save on your computer. When you click on the download link, an extraction program will automatically launch. Choose the location where you would like to save the files (be sure to note where you save them). Follow the prompts on the extraction program, then navigate to the location where you saved the files. Click on the file and open.

Mac Instructions
When you click on the download link, the file will be mounted as a drive. Once it is mounted, open the drive and drag and drop the files to the location of your choice on your hard drive. The files can then be opened. 

Less than 10 minutes

 Seriously, each card was less then 10 minutes from start to finish. I can't give a real time since I was sidetracked watching a Video Countdown on TV and playing Chefville (yeah, I know multitasking is bad for your health!) I started my stop watch on the 3rd card hoping it would keep me on track! HUH!!

This is my first. I did it on Sunday. I saw one on Pinterest using that Nautical DP and decided to make something using it too. I had to open the package...yeah that is awful! (here's the card I found)

Grabbed my scrap box and dug out some Not Quite Navy, Basic Grey, Cherry Cobbler and Sahara Sand. Even with guessing at the measurements and creating a layout ( I had to use the ship stamp) it seemed like a fast card. I Pierced around the Cherry Cobbler Die Cut. I cut another piece of Sahara Sand for the inside since my base is Not Quite Navy

Well I love Monochromatic cards so on Monday I decided to make this one. The Base and DP is Rose Red, the image piece and inside is Pink Pirouette

Deciding on the stamp came after staring at the pieces for an hour!  So this card doesn't count for less than 10 minutes! 

Just kidding, I bought Tea Shoppe when it came out and dumb dumb me purchase it in FRENCH! so now I just don't use it much. So I grabbed the little flower out of there, Always Artichoke and Rose Red markers and here ya go!

Well now this morning I decided to time it, started the stop watch on my cell phone....

Got out the DP again, took down my scrap box, got the Open Sea Stamp Set, Soft Suede Ink 

I am disappointed though, I cut the DP so I could have the little Island in the corner, but it got covered up! 

Even with serving up my food on Chefville and looking up a the TV I got this done in less then 10 minutes

 ( 8 something actually )

Anchor DP is 4 1/8" x 5 3/8"

Cherry Cobbler 4 3/4" x 2 3/4"

DP 4 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Not Quite Navy 3 3/4" x 2 3/4" (because that's the size needed for the ledger stamp)

Sahara Sand Ledger piece 3 1/2" x 2 1/2"

Basic Grey 3 1/2" x 3" (but I cut it with label die so I didn't cut it out first)

I stamped the Ship on a scrap of Sahara Sand then cut it

020113 - VSBN Warm Up - Pick Your Valentine

My words are purple! 



















Lela's Challenge
"I stopped at Walgreens last week (unfortunately for cold meds) and walked through the Valentine Aisle of goodies. Oh what memories it brought back of the process of choosing just the right Valentines for everyone on the list. Oh yes, it was so important not to give "gushy" or "mushy" ones to boys you didn't like, right? 

It was also important to make sure you brought home your list of classmates so everyone got a Valentine. It was "bad form" to miss someone, LOL!

VSBN Share the Love Event will soon be here and we want to be sure that all of our Challenge Threads Feel the Love. So this is your Chance to Pick Your Favorite Valentine. 

Listed below is the links to ALL of our SCS Scrapbook Challenges. Just so no one is left off our list, I challenge you to do a PAGE / LAYOUT using 2 or more Challenges. The More the Merrier! So for instance, you might pick a Lyric/Quote Challenge, a sketch from Friday Sketch Challenge and add a theme from Inspiration Challenge --- or how about a Variety Idea with one of the fun Progressive Digi Challenges. Hearts and Flowers to all of you who can get 3 or more challenges to work for your page/layout. 

This is your chance to Pick Your Favorite Valentine"

Mondays -- Inspiration - Posted 1st & 3rd Monday
Tuesdays -- Digi-Scrapping - Posted Every Tuesday
Wednesdays -- Variety - Posted 2nd & 4th Wednesday
Thursday -- Music & Quotes - Posted Every Thursday
Friday -- Sketch -- Posted Every Friday

Inspiration is Romance
What says Romance better than Roses!

Digi - Technique
Diane "I've chosen three different techniques to showcase this week. You do not have to do all three, but I encourage you to try it even if you haven't done it before. 
"Grouped Photo Boxes" -- Create several photo boxes on your page, and group them together. Allow your one photo to encompass all the photo boxes.
"Re-Coloring Embellishments" -- take any embellishment and re-color it to make it your own.
"Multi-Colored Stamps" -- Use any stamp and color it using different"

I made all of my photos touch for the GROUPED PHOTO BOXES
Using Word Art tried to make 2009 look like a metal 


Variety - Cheryl
"When I was a kid, I loved those paint by the numbers pictures. Your challenge this week is to pull out the paints and do some painting on your layout. It could be edging your photos, creating a background using dots of paint, decorating a chipboard title, etc. And for the "by the numbers" part, make sure you have a number somewhere on your page."

Tried to make 2010 look like sponged ink and 2008 is cork board.

Got the years for each photo


Music & Quotes

Patti - "Ask not what you can do for your country. Ask whats for lunch! Orson Wells

Make your page about food!

Roses taste great! so was the box of chocolates!

Paper Bloggers Unite Blog Hop

Don’t you just LOVE Blog Hops?

And what better time to host one then the Season of Love!

We are a group of ladies from SplitCoastStampers who formed Paper Bloggers Unite!

This weekend we want to inspire your Season Of Love projects… whether it’s creating

something for that special someone or just because you want to play.

To be inspired, simply click on each of the links below to see what the Paper Bloggers

have come up with and leave a comment.

Some of the ladies have Blog Candy to give away to one lucky person leaving a

comment.

But there’s more! Kelly, our coordinator, will put all the names (yes, from all the comments

across the hop) into one big drawing for a Little Bit of Everything package.

We have products by:

Terry Medaris Art Stamps (Thanks Terry!)

Darice Embossing Essentials

Studio 18

MyMindsEye

And more!

Here are the links to each of the Paper Bloggers Unite Blogs:

Kelly – Kelly’s Creative Dreams

Maggie – Maggie’s CatHouse

Brenda – Disney Girl

Jackie – Kreate With Me 2

Brandy – ibalady’s Gallery Blog

VikkiJo – VikkiJo’s Corner

Nancy – My Little Spot in the Universe 

I cut 2 Stampin' Up! Milk Carton Die out of Pretty In Pink

Adorning Accents Embossing Hearts Folder and Scallop Edgelits

Silver Glimmer Paper (Oh I love this stuff...just haven't brought myself to cut it often!)

 Embossed with Adorning Accents Hearts Folder - 

Milk Carton Folded in half (yes 2 sides are Embossed and 2 are Debossed)

Stamp the words on before Folding into shape (live and learn! LOL)

 I cut a scallop off the end to hide the mismatching scallops at the meeting point

I must give credit where credit is due...the tutorial for this carton caddy came from Kim Score

http://www.paperpunchaddiction.com/2010/01/mini-milk-carton-carrier.html

She has some wonderful ideas! 

After the you finish the Paper Bloggers Unite Hop....go check out her blog!

Using SU Markers directly on the stamp, I used Real Red for the Heart...cleaned the stamp off then did the words in Basic Black across the Heart (like you can't see that right LOL) In all honesty I had stamped it as one stamp only to realize it didn't fit in the tag punch, so I redid the words again!

I thought I'd do a tag on each carton then changed my mind! Stuck it in the center to the caddy. Maybe I'll make a card with the extra one.