kats' kreations

Teacup

2010-11-30T11:45:00.004-05:00

I made this for a craft fair. I love the sizzix tea cup die.

Paper, lace and ribbon are all SU.

Christmas Vintage Snowman

2010-11-03T23:07:00.005-04:00

Well long time no post, yes I'm a bad girl !! I have had a run of good and not so great things happening lately. I got the flu a couple of weeks ago and the cough just hangs on and on. On the good side I got a job promotion and I'm really enjoying it but I had to go from part time to full time, which is really putting a crimp in my stamping. I cased some of the layout for this card but can't remember where I saw it so to the creator thanks so much.

Stamps: Jolly Old Saint Nick

Ink: Stazon, Versamark

CS: Cherry Cobbler, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Pink Pirouette

Accessories: Various ink pads (for watercolouring), Glass Glitter, Gems, Embossing Powder, Glimmer Brads, Ribbon, Binding, Fabric, Sponges

Wedding Box

2010-09-30T13:35:00.004-04:00

I was asked by a friend to make a wedding box so this is what I came up with. The Aussie parts were added because the couple are moving to Aussie after the wedding for a job.

CS: SU Wedding CS Ret., Cherry Cobbler

Accessories: SU Ribbon, Jolees, SU Punch, Pearls, SU sizzix 3d cake, SU Wallpaper Embossing Folder

Spooky

2010-09-15T15:12:00.005-04:00

Well the kids went back to school last week and I finally got some me time and new toys.

Isn't she just "wicked cool", hehehe.

Stamps: Wicked Cool, Tote-ally Tess

CS: Cherry Cobbler, Concord Grape, Silver, Very Vanilla, DSP and Silver Waffle Paper

Ink: Basic Black, Various ink pads

Accessories: Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Ribbon, SU oval punch, SU gem

Thanksgiving Blessings

2010-08-22T17:15:00.003-04:00

Stamps: Harvest Home, Saying ret. SU
CS: Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Cajun Craze, Watercolour paper, Whisper white

Ink: Stazon Black, Spectrum Pad

Accessories: Various Ink Pads (for water colouring), SU Ribbon, Aqua Painter, Embossing Folder, Skeleton Leaves Ret. SU

Bless this Mess

2010-08-17T22:44:00.002-04:00

Decided I needed a sign that fit the feel of my stamp room, so here it is.

SU chipboard letters, SU DSP, SU Vanilla Shimmer Spray, Butterfly Sizzix and Felt Flowers.

Bird House Christmas Ornament

2010-08-10T20:55:00.004-04:00

I have wanted to make one of these ever since I saw them on Jackie Topa's blog. She is so talented and has always been very generous about sharing her ideas. Thanks Jackie. I did my bottom differently. The 1 3/8 round punch fits the candle nicely and all I had to do was punch on each bottom flap and then glue them all together to give them strength. Then when the candle dies you can just slip it out and change battery. I can't wait to hang this on the Christmas tree.

CS: Cherry Cobbler, Pear, Whisper White, SU DSP

Ink: Ridinghood Red

Accessories: SU XL Bird Punch, SU Sizzix Milk Carton, 1 3/8 Round Punch, Vanilla Spritz, Silver Spritz, Battery Candle, SU Edge Punch, Gems, Scallop Punch

Miss Shannons' First Christmas Card

2010-08-09T10:42:00.005-04:00

Shannon is my 9yr old DD. She is really starting to get into stamping. She cut all the layers for the inside of the globe herself and put it all together. She did a wonderful job and I promised I would put it on here for everyone to see. She'll soon be giving Mum a run for her money.

Asian Thanks

2010-08-02T15:14:00.002-04:00

Stamps: Dream Garden
CS: Perfect Plum, Concord Grape, Shimmer White
Ink: Versamark, Perfect Plum
Accessories: Black EP, Various inkpads, Sponges, Markers, Embossing folder, Cherry tree embellishment

Look out below !!!

2010-07-28T19:44:00.006-04:00

I haven't made a Spinner Card for ages and just had to try it with this set. The Mad Griller strikes again. Stamps: King of the Grill
CS: Pacific Point, Whisper White, SAB DP
Ink: Stazon, Cherry & Various others for clouds
Accessories: Pop Dots, Pennies, SU Window Punch

Birthday Box

2010-07-17T15:25:00.008-04:00

I love making these. There is so much you can do with them.

Stamps: SU various.

CS: SU Textured, New SU in-colours

Ink: Marine Mist

Accessories: 3d butterflies, SU Cake Sizzix, SU Punch, SU Ribbon and Pretties Kit

Artistic Etchings

2010-07-09T22:19:00.003-04:00

Stamp Sets: Artistic Etchings, Cute By The Inch

CS: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, Newsprint DSP, Cherry Cobbler

Ink: Pacific Point, Soft Suede

Accessories: Glassy Glaze ret., SU Ribbon, Pop Dots

Old Favorite

2010-07-01T22:12:00.004-04:00

Isn't it amazing what you find when you clean up. I made this card about 3yrs ago and thought I had lost it but surprise....surprise it was somewhere safe all along. I'm always saying I can't find so and so, I must have put it somewhere safe !!! So now I know there is a place called Somewhere Safe, lol.

All stuff used is Retired SU.

Thankyou

2010-06-14T16:34:00.005-04:00

I really like this set but that's no surprise this is one of my favorite flowers.

Stamps: Because I Care

CS: All new colours- Daffodil, Grape, Peach, New DSP, Pear and Whisper White

Ink: Various ink pads, Pink Pirouette, Razzleberry

Accessories: Sizzix Dies, New Spritz Vanilla (wish it showed up in the picture cause it's really pretty), Old Olive Ribbon, Boho Punch, New Embossing Folders, Filigree Brad, Sponge

BBQ Baby

2010-06-13T14:51:00.006-04:00

I have been watching my friend Katie (Kate's niche) make fabulous cards with this set and couldn't wait to have a day off to play.

Stamp Set: King of the Grill

CS: Marine Mist, Tropical Party DSP, Rich Razzleberry, Whiper White

Ink: Stazon Black, Rich Razzleberry, Daffodil, Bashful Blue

Accessories: Markers, Crystal Effects, Sponges, Little Spatula, Top Note Die, Lattice Embossing Folder

2nd Sense of Time Card

2010-06-09T23:41:00.003-04:00

Stamps: Sense of Time, Elements of Style

CS: Soft Suede, Rich Razzleberry, Cajun Craze, Copper CS, Shimmer White, Whisper White

Ink: Stazon Black, Soft Suede, Rich Razzleberry,Crushed Curry

Accessories: Clock Pieces, Brads, Glassy Glaze EP, Markers, Shimmer Spray

Tropical Party

2010-06-09T23:31:00.004-04:00

Stamp Set: Tropical Party From New SU Mini

CS: New SU In-Colours, Whisper White

Ink: Close to Cocoa, Bashful Blue, Orange, Garden Green, Old Olive, Pixie Pink, Summer Sun, Lavender lace

Accessories: SU Boarder Punch, SU DSP, New Lattice Embossing Folder, Pop Dots

Elements of Style meets Sense of Time

2010-05-24T22:04:00.004-04:00

Stamps: Elements of Style & Sense of Time

CS: Shimmer White, Whisper White, Copper Ret., Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry

Ink: Black Stazon, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Soft Suede, More Mustard

Accessories: New Cog Chipboard, Vintage Brads, Glassy Glaze EP, Pop Dots, New Smooch Sprays, Ret. Ribbon, Markers, Gold EP

Thanks to Sandi Maciver for sharing her clocks and inspiring me.

Black Magic with a Twist

2010-05-20T15:23:00.003-04:00

This is a very cool technique, thanks to Karen Barber for sharing it with everyone.

The new presto paper from SU is amazing, I wasn't sure I'd use it but WOW!!

Stamps: Watercolour Trio (from the new mini)

Ink: Pacific Point, Craft White

CS: Pacific Point, Black, SU DSP ret., Presto Patterns (from the new mini)

Accessories: White Gel Pen, Brayer, SU Ribbon, Coloured Pencils, SU Hemp Cord

Modeled Sizzix T-Shirt

2010-05-19T22:50:00.003-04:00

Miss Shannon finally got her hands on my shirt and proudly modeled it for everyone.
Miss Shannon said "Mum, can I just try it on so you can see what it looks like on a person". Oh, she's good!!!
I haven't seen it since.

Graduation Card

2010-05-16T00:31:00.002-04:00

It's been awhile but life just seems to keep getting in the way. I made 50 of these for a girl I work with, she's graduating in a couple of weeks and wanted something different for her cards. Most of the stuff is SU. Her photo will go on the side with the gold embossed wheel.

Stamps: Brush Alpha Numbers, SU Wheel

Ink: Pumpkin Pie

CS: Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, Vellum CS, SU DSP for Flower Centers

Accessories: SU Punches Various, Prima Flowers, Gold Brads, The new 3 pack of Punches, Pumpkin Pie Ribbon, Sizzix Alpha Die, Embossing Folder, Gold EP, Paw Punch (Blairsville Bobcats), Tassels and SU Gold Cord

Please send your prayers

2010-04-25T22:01:00.002-04:00

Well today was a heartbreaking day for all of us here. My friend Jen lost two little girls in a fire this morning. Just a week ago we were all celebrating the birth of her new little girl and this Sunday we morn the death of her two oldest girls Kirsten and Katrina aged 7 & 6. They were having a sleep over at a friends and were upstairs sleeping when the fire broke out. I ask all my SCS and blogger friends to keep Jen and her other two little ones in your prayers.
I am also collecting cards for the family, if you would like to send one let me know and I will send you my address. My heart is just breaking for Jen , I wish I could do more. As a Mum I can only imagine what she is going through. God bless these wee angels.

Simple Thanks

2010-04-15T12:20:00.002-04:00

Tried some flower dying , really like the way the flowers take the ink. Coloured the stamp with markers the look was really pretty.

Stamps: Very Thankful
CS: Perfect Plum, Bride DSP, Sage Shadow, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Celery, Pretty in Pink, Sage Shadow
Accessories: Brayer, Flowers SU, Pearl SU, Markers, Pink Ribbon, White Satin Ribbon(dyed with sage).

Sizzix Flower Power T-Shirt

2010-03-31T21:05:00.003-04:00

I have wanted to try this for a long time so broke out all the stuff today. It was really fun to do and my daughter can't wait to get her hands on it. Good luck with that!!!

Used: Stampin' Up Sizzix dies - Fancy Box, Daisy die and the Butterfly die

Heat and bond, SU Corduroy buttons, SU Linen thread, SU Felt flowers and SU Brad

Life's a Picnic

2010-02-26T23:58:00.003-05:00

I took Sandi's lead and decided to do something with this really cute set that I just had to have but couldn't workout what to do with it.

Stamp Sets: Picnic Parade
CS: Rose Red, Garden Green, Summer Sun, SU DSP, Watercolour Paper
Ink: Stazon Black, Melon Mambo, Various Ink Pads, Sage Shadow
Accessories: New SU Scalloped boarder Punch, Felt Flower, SU Brad, Rose Red Ribbon

Wonderful Mother

2010-02-14T23:34:00.003-05:00

I made 6 of these for a swap on Stamp Addicts.

Stamp Sets: Vintage Vogue, Well Scripted, Garden from the Heart
CS: Razzleberry, Whisper White, Creamy Caramel, Lavender, Bashful Blue, Pretty in Pink, Almost Amethyst, Barely Banana, Gable Green, Sweet Pea DSP, Cottage Wall
Ink: Various Ink Pads for watercolouring, New SU Punch, New SU Butterfly Emboslit, Markers,
SU Brad and Pink Satin Ribbon

Love You Much

2010-02-10T16:46:00.003-05:00

Another snowbound card. We had 18ins and today I'm sure it just keeps coming. Thanks to Dawn for the design .

Stamp set: Well Scripted, Sweetheart

CS: Pink, SU DSP, Whisper White, Razzleberry

Ink: Real Red, Razzleberry, Pretty in Pink, Green Galore

Accessories: Sweet Pea Stitch Felt, Scalloped & Pinking Punches, 1 3/4 Round Punch, Full Heart Punch, Pop Dots, Sweetheart Cups

Butterflies

2010-02-08T00:41:00.002-05:00

Well I dragged my stuff upstairs and finally got a card made. What else ya gonna do with 18ins of snow outside!

Stamps: Well Scripted, Vintage Vogue (both are the unmounted sets)

CS: Whisper White, Creamy Caramel, SU DSP, Raspberry

Ink: Gable Green, Bashful Blue, Pretty in Pink, Almost Amethyst, Barely Banana

Accessories: Homemade cloud stencil, Brayer, Markers, Butterfly Embosslit, Pink Brad, Satin Pink Ribbon, Pinking Punch, Window Punch

Boat Loads of Love

2010-01-05T20:47:00.003-05:00

Well I'm finally back, Christmas is so busy. My daughter in Australia phoned on Christmas day to tell me what she got and she got an engagement ring!!!
I don't do a lot of stamping in the winter which really bums me out because my stamp room is in the garage and it is freezing. I love this set and when I saw my friend Katies card I had to case it, thanks Katie.

Snowman Basket

2009-11-23T11:56:00.005-05:00

I'm doing the Sheetz Family Christmas Party for the kids this year and they asked me to come up with 2 projects for the kids to make so this is one of them. Thanks to Gretchen Barron for her inspiration and design.

CS: SU White, Bordering Blue, Black, Real Red, Glorious Green
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue (sponged around the edges it doesn't show well in the picture), Craft White
Accessories: Markers, Sponges, White Gel Pen, Sizzix Dies (used the fancy favour box for basket), Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Button for nose.

Another little punch art project

2009-11-19T12:19:00.003-05:00

My version of Andrea Walfords elf, thanks so much for the pattern.

Stamps: Snowflake from the mini
CS: Bashful Blue, Blush Blossom, Real Red, Green, SU Christmas DSP, White & Black
Ink: Shimmer Paint, Pretty in Pink, Blush Blossom
Accessories: SU Ribbon, Various Punches, Crystal Effects, Glitter, White Gel Pen

Pop Up Christmas Tree

2009-11-15T23:01:00.002-05:00

SUs' new pop up tree is so much fun and once you do it a couple of times it's pretty easy. Thanks to Jackie Topa yet again for her punchie ideas.

Stamps: SU saying for inside

CS: Riding hood Red, SU Christmas DP, Close to Cocoa, Black, Creamy Caramel, Garden Green, Kiwi, assorted small pieces for the ornaments.

Ink: Gold Encore Ink

Accessories: Oval Punches, Window Punch, Small Round Punch, Slot Punch, Sizzix Snowflake ( for the tree) Die, Large Scalloped Circle Die, Ornament and Tree Dies, Su Edge Punch, SU Fine and Chunky Glitter, Crystal Effects and White Gel Pen

A Beary Happy Bearthday

2009-11-08T15:11:00.002-05:00

Another set that I had to have but took forever to use.
Stamps: Beary Best Friends, Beary Nice Wishes, Pocket Silhouettes, Flight of the Butterfly
CS: Pink, Bashful Blue textured, Crushed Curry, Pawsitively Prints
Ink: Razzleberry, stazon, Old Olive
Access: Various ink pads, dimensionals, ribbon, Su beads, Crystal effects, Glitter, Sponges

Christmas Music Card

2009-11-07T17:06:00.003-05:00

I decided to try something different for Christmas, this is what I came up with. I fell in love with this set but just got around to using it. I think I will give this to my son's music teacher.

Stamps: Music Expressions & Serene Snowflakes
CS: Razzleberry, SU Christmas DSP, Very Vanilla, Velvet paper
Ink: Versamark
Access: Gold EP, Ink Pads Various, Rub ons, SU Velvet Ribbon ret., Ribbon Originals ret., Shimmer Paint SU, Brad and punch

Punchie Christmas Mouse

2009-11-06T00:33:00.006-05:00

I did this card for a swap on Stampin' Addicts. Thanks to Jackie Topa for all the punchies she's done so I could use her great talent to help with this card.

CS: Going Gray, Almost Amethyst, Pretty in Pink, Various SU DSP from the mini & the catty, Real Red and Chocolate Chip
Ink: Versamark, White Craft Pad
Access: Markers, SU Shimmers paint white, SU Embossing Folder, Ribbon, SU Gem clear, Sponges, White Gel Pen, Various SU Punches

Another little backpack

2009-10-31T21:50:00.004-04:00

I used the new SU felted DP, it is so pretty. Brads & Ribbon are SU too. Filled with candy and sold these at the last craft fair.

Old Time Santa

2009-10-22T22:13:00.004-04:00

I have wanted this set since the new catty came out. I love old fashion Santas.
Stamps: Good Cheer
CS: Copper, Merry Moments DP, Whisper White, Hunter
Ink: Versamark Pad, Barely Banana
Accessories: Gold EP, Various ink pads, Crystal Effects, SU Ribbon, SU Embossing Folder

Angel Fish

2009-10-20T23:04:00.004-04:00

Stamps: SU Ocean Commotion (I think that's what it's called, it's on the dormant list).
Ink: Various blues, Versamark pad
Cardstock: Ballet Blue, Baja Blue
Embellishments: SU Pretties Pearls, Glitter, Ribbon, Stickers, Brayer, Silver EP

See ya at the beach !!

2009-10-11T23:20:00.004-04:00

First saw this card on a friends blog, thanks Katie. SU used for everything but the flowers. I think these little cards are just so cute. The pattern was on SCS, thanks to the designer.

First My Digital Studio Card

2009-10-09T23:13:00.002-04:00

This is the first thing I have done with the new Stampin' Up Digital Studio Program. I really like how easy it is to use and that I can easily add a photo. These are 2 of my girls - Shannon & Paige just after they got their back to school hair cuts.

Pop Up Card for Craft Show

2009-10-05T12:21:00.005-04:00

Not alot of SU used but I thought I would post it. This is one that sold. I just love how these cake boxes come out. The SU sizzix cake die is soooo versatile.

Buzzy Bees

2009-09-30T00:29:00.005-04:00

I know I said no more clouds but I can't help myself !
Stamps: Just Buzzin' By, Sweet Centers
CS: Crushed Curry, Perfect Plum, Whisper White
Ink: Summer Sun, Stazon Black
Accessories: In Colour Ribbon, Sweet Cups, M&Ms, Sponges, Various ink pads, Slit Punch, Dimensionals, SU Fine Glitter, Markers

Craft Fair

2009-09-27T14:30:00.002-04:00

Well it's over and was a great success. It was a day and a half of fun. Here are some pictures of my tables. My hubby had his embroidery stuff on one table and I had mine on the other.

Monsters & Spiders "Oh My".

2009-09-24T20:37:00.004-04:00

Made these for the craft fair this weekend.

I wish I could remember who did the original designs for these cute critters but thanks to those who did, much appreciated. I know I got them from SCS.

All CS, Punches and ink is SU.

Just thought I would add that the one eyed dude is made with the scalloped punch, window punch and several circle punches.

Last Cloud One - I Promise !!

2009-09-21T17:33:00.003-04:00

Stamps: Sweet Centers, Old SU Birthday Stamp

CS: Apricot Appeal, Pale Plum, Whisper White

Ink: Various SU Ink Pads

Accessories: SU Melon Mambo Ribbon, SU Fine Glitter, SU Buttons, Corner Punch, SU Plastic Cups, M&Ms, SU Beads, In Colour Markers.

This way Santa !!

2009-09-19T21:56:00.002-04:00

O.k. I know I have a whole cloud thing going at the moment but it's so much fun.

Stamps: Cold & Cuddly, Old SU Christmas set.

CS: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum, Whisper White, Christmas Cocoa DP

Ink: Bashful Blue, Basic Black, Versamark

Accessories: Champagne Shimmer Paint( wish it showed up better in the picture but looks great in person), Dazzling Diamonds, Crystal Effects, SU Ribbon, Topnote Die, Various Stamp Pads & Sponges, gold EP.

Fall Breeze part 2

2009-09-13T12:14:00.003-04:00

This is the second card I did using Wandering Words and the the new Sweet Centers. These little cups are so cool.

Stamp Sets: Wandering Words, Sweet Centers & Autumn Days

CS: Whisper White, Crushed Curry, Perfect Plum

Ink: Versamark, SU Spectrum Pad Retired, Assorted ink pads

Accessories: Sponges, Brayer, SU Glitter, M&Ms, Clear EP, Cups

For Wandering Words to get the colour, put versamark on stamp first and then colours, stamped and Clear embossed.

Fall Breeze

2009-09-08T18:25:00.002-04:00

I really like the new sets in the mini. Tried out Wandering Words today.

Stamp sets: Wandering words & Autumn Days

CS: Perfect Plum, Crushed Curry, Whisper White

Ink: Versamark & Various other ink pads

Accessories: Gold EP, Retired Cloud Stencil, Brayer, Glue dots, Sponges

New toys - Holiday Mini

2009-09-05T14:07:00.003-04:00

My new stuff came the other day and I had the day off today so I got to play. I love water colouring!!

Stamps: Holy Family

Ink: versamark

CS: Old Olive, Real Red textured,Christmas Cocoa New DP, Whisper White

Accessories: Various Stamp Pads, Build a brad, Gold EP, Sponges, SU Ribbon

Baby Onesies

2009-09-04T13:42:00.005-04:00

I think these are just too cute. I have seen others on SCS do these and have been wanting to try them out. All paper and DP are SU. The sweet one centers I stamped twice and then did the moon with Iridescent ICE EP and cut out the sweet one words and just popped them up. I love that I am getting to use up some of the scrapbook kits and paper that has been piling up.

Christmas & Halloween Purses

2009-09-04T13:34:00.002-04:00

My friend Katie and I were talking about these last night so I thought I would post them so she could see and share with everyone else. They one so you can fill with candy or a gift card. All DP is SU most retired.

Frankie & the Mrs

2009-08-28T23:48:00.004-04:00

I made a couple of these the other day. I got the pattern ages ago from Stamp a little love, thanks to Cambria Turnbow. All items used are from SU, paper punches,dies etc.

Thanks Katie - come look you might get a surprise!!

2009-08-27T12:47:00.008-04:00

My wonderful friend Katie aka Katies Niche aka maine-girl.

Gave me this award and I would like to thank her and pass it on.

If you want to take a look at her great blog here's a link:http://katiesniche.blogspot.com/

There are a couple of fun "rules" (well more guidelines) to this award. Accept the award, post it

to your blog together with the name of the person who gave it to you and his/her blog link.

Then have a blast passing it on to 15 blogs you love. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for the award.

My 15 are:

Sandi: http://anotherchancetostamp.blogspot.com/

Sam: http://alattestampin.blogspot.com/

Val: http://valeriedurham.blogspot.com/

Julie: http://stamp4life.blogspot.com/

Michelle: http://comestampwithme.blogspot.com/

Debbie: http://debbiesinkypaws.blogspot.com/

Stacy: http://stampingwithstacy.blogspot.com/

Kristy: http://kristscardnscrap.wordpress.com/

Pam: http://pamsrubberroomramblings.blogspot.com/

Monica: http://mgargac.blogspot.com/

Nadia: http://whimsicalinklings.blogspot.com/

Kris: http://web.me.com/gilbertfamily/kreating_with_kris/blog

ponygirl: http://ponygirl40stamps.blog.com/

Amy: http://burninrubber-anotherstampblog.blogspot.com/

Andrea: http://sciissors-cut-paper.blogspot.com/

craft fair part 3

2009-08-26T18:07:00.004-04:00

I love these little back packs. All Paper , Eyelets and Ribbon are SU.

Thanks to Mary Arima for the tutorial, on SCS.

More for the craft fair

2009-08-26T18:02:00.004-04:00

Decided to try a few of these
for the craft fair. The note books are all lined inside and have matching pens. All paper and ribbon are SU.

Craft Fair Card Set

2009-08-18T12:39:00.003-04:00

I'm doing a craft fair in Sept. and decided to try some packs. They come in a set of 6 with envelopes. I used up some old SU DP which was great as my pile just keeps getting bigger and bigger.

`A Wish for Peace

2009-08-10T01:39:00.003-04:00

Stamps: A Wish for Peace

CS: Red Ridinghood, Brushed Silver, Whisper White

Ink: Versamark

Accessories: Various Ink Pads to water colour main image and dove, Movers and Shapers, Gold EP, Chunky SU Glitter, Texture Plate, Cutter Tool, Sponges, Oval Cutter

My DDs 5th Birthday

2009-08-10T01:16:00.004-04:00

My youngest is turning 5 in a couple of days and she wanted everything Princess so I made her this card. I'm really loving the pop-up cake die.
Stamps: Hugs and Wishes
Accessories: SU Ribbon Various, SU DP Various, SU Glitter, SU Eyelet Punch, SU Sanding Block,
SU Heart Punch, Lots of Jolees, Gems, Castle Shaker, Flowers, Stickles

Asian Artistry Square Card

2009-08-10T00:24:00.022-04:00

Stamps: Asian Artistry

CS: Pink, Real Red, Whisper White, Brushed Gold, Washi Paper

Ink: Pretty in Pink, Barely Banana, Bashful Blue, Versamark

Accessories: Gold EP, Sponges, Ink Pads for water colouring, Ribbon, Dimensionals, Photo Corner Punch, Oval Template

Happy Birthday, Katie !!!

2009-07-23T22:37:00.017-04:00

I had to wait until I was sure that this card had made it to my wonderful friend Katie(Maine-girl).

Stamp Sets: Teeny Tiny Wishes, Wings of Friendship(HS), Circle Circus

CS: Rich Razzleberry, Barely Banana Textured, Pretty in

Pink, Razzleberry Lemonade, Crushed Curry

Ink: Pretty in Pink, Dusty Durango, Versamark, Craft Pad

Accessories: Crushed Curry Ribbon, Sizzix Daisy, Filigree Brad, Pretties Kit, Iridescent Ice EP, Eyelet Punch, Modern Punch, Rub-ons, SU texture plates, Jumbo Brad, Scalloped Oval, Heart Punch, Crystal Effects, Melon Ribbon

*Coat brad with burgandy craft pad and then emboss with iridescent ice ep.

I got the pattern from a blog called Creations by Patti . Thanks to Patti Lee for sharing her talent.

Tweet Tweet

2009-07-19T20:54:00.008-04:00

Stamp Set: The More the Merrier

CS: Pink, Kiwi, Tea Party DP, White

Ink: Stazon Black

Accessories: Crystal Effects, Dimensionals, White Ribbon, SU Circle Cutter

Wedding Card

2009-07-19T20:33:00.004-04:00

I cased this card from one I found on SCS. The card was done by MrsBoz. I changed a few things to make it mine. The photo of the inside is a little blurred but you'll get the idea.

Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes

CS: Whisper White & Cool Caribbean

Ink: Versamark, Cool Caribbean

Accessories: SU Flower, Prima Flowers, Crystal Effects, Diamond dots, SU Texture Plate, Cuttlebug Embossing Folder, SU Eyelet Boarder, SU Ribbon, SU Gold EP, SU Versamark Pen, Sizzix Movers & Shapers Heart & Sponge

Happy Halloween !!

2009-07-19T20:23:00.006-04:00

These little guys make me smile.

Stamp sets: The more the Merrier & House of Haunts

CS: Dusty Durango, Black, Summer Sun, Whisper White & SU DP Retired

Ink: Stazon White & Stazon Black

Accessories: Dimensionals: Wiggle Eyes, Dusty Durango ribbon, Crystal Effects, SU Texture Plate & Markers

No Peeking !!

2009-07-17T02:33:00.005-04:00

Time has gotten away from me yet again. I don't know where it goes but I have been slack about posting, so sorry. I got this High Hopes set last year to make some stuff for a craft fair but it took 6wks to arrive so never used it.

CS is SU, Cuttle bug Folders, Sanding Block, Crystal effects, SU inks, ribbon, brad.

2009-07-03T20:06:00.001-04:00

Big Birthday Wishes

2009-06-08T03:09:00.004-04:00

Stamp Sets: More the Merrier, Big Birthday Wishes, Crazy for Cupcakes, Hugs & Wishes

CS: Pink Pirouette, Tea Party DP, Razzleberry Lemonade, Crushed Curry, Whisper White

Ink: Black, Craft White, Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: Glitter SU, Beads current and retired SU, Crystal Effects, Dimensionals, Ink refills - Baja Breeze & Pink Pirouette, Sponge

New Animal Stories

2009-06-08T02:58:00.003-04:00

This new stuff is just what I needed. I have been in a funk lately and this seems to be the answer.

Stamp Sets: Animal Stories, The More the Merrier, Circle Circus

CS: Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Mambo Melon, Rich Razzleberry

Ink: Mambo Melon, Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango, Bashful Blue

Accessories: SU Edge Punch, Iridescent Ice EP, Fine Glitter, Dusty Durango Ribbon, SU Corner Punch, Build a brad, Wiggley Eyes

Circle Circus

2009-06-07T01:50:00.003-04:00

Stamp Sets: Circle Circus, Teeny Tiny Wishes

CS: Crushed Curry, Mambo Melon, Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Razzleberry Lemonade DP

Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Mambo Melon, Crush Curry, Versamark Pad

Accessories: Sizzix Top Note, Modern Label Punch, Filigree Brads, Razzleberry Ribbon, Dementionals, Square Punch

More New Stuff - Hostess Set

2009-06-06T21:22:00.003-04:00

New Hostess Set

Stamp Set: Wings of Friendship

CS: Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Rich

Razzleberry, Whisper White

Ink: Crushed Curry

Accessories: New In Colour Markers, SU Glitter,

SU Large Brad, Razzleberry Ribbon, Autumn

Harvest Rub-ons, Dementionals, SU Sizzix

Texture Plate & Top Note , Slot Punch

Used markers to colour stamp.

Playing with new stuff

2009-06-06T21:13:00.002-04:00

This is the first card I did, just loving the new colours, ribbon and sets.

Stamp Set: Autumn Harvest, Teeny Tiny Wishes

CS: Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Crushed Curry

Ink: Soft Suede, Summer Sun, Dusty Durango,

Crushed Curry

Accessories: White Gel Pen, Dusty Durango

Ribbon, Large SU Brad, Autumn Harvest

Rub-on, 1 1/4 circle punch, Sponges,

Dementionals

Graduation Card for my Niece

2009-05-29T22:31:00.005-04:00

Our niece Cassie is having her graduation party this weekend and I thought I would share the card I made for her. My daughter Shannon (age 7) helped, she loves Cassie to death.

CS: Raspberry Tart DP, Textured CS Pink
Pirouette

Accessories: Sizzix Manhattan folder, Vellum
Saying, Jolees, Button, SU Filigree Brad, Cordaroy Brad

Technique: It is called A Tri Shutter Card and I found it on SCS. Thank you so much to Bonnie

Szwalkiewicz for doing the tutorial, you rock.

Memories - tumbled tiles

2009-05-18T09:38:00.003-04:00

I did these tiles awhile back. The saying and shells are from old SU sets. I sponged the background with pinks and blues. Coloured with markers and then sealed with matte spray. Tip: Heat set the colours as you go helps to stop colours from bleeding.

Summer Fun

2009-05-04T13:25:00.003-04:00

Stamps: Crab & Company
CS: Bashful Blue, Creamy Caramel, Sky Blue and Caribean Blue
Ink: Craft White, Bashful Blue, Close to Cocoa and Creamy Caramel
Accessories: Glassy Glaze, Cloud Stencil, Sand Paper, Stickers Assorted, Shells, Oval Cutter

Mothers Day Card and Set

2009-05-03T14:26:00.004-04:00

Stamps: Live Your Dreams
CS: Regal Rose, Whisper White
Accesories: Markers, Filigree Brads, SU Pink Ribbon, Cuttlebug Embossing Folders, SU Sizzix Machine, Corner Punch, Pretties Kit, SU fine Glitter

Mothers Day Chocolate box

2009-05-03T14:17:00.003-04:00

Stamps: Oval All
Ink: Baja Breeze
CS: Pink Pirouette, Raspberry Tart Dp
Accesories: Oval Scalloped Punch, Oval Punch, White Gel Pen, Eyelet Boarder Punch,
Hidden Garden Rub-ons, Small Xyron, Chocolate Nuggets, SU Ribbon

Mothers Day Gift Bag

2009-05-03T14:11:00.004-04:00

Stamps: Live your Dream
CS: Delicate dots SAB DP
Accesories: SAB Ribbon, Eyelet Boarder Punch, Markers, Pretties Kit
Used markers to colour stamps and ink pads to colour flower

Buzz Buzz

2009-04-27T02:56:00.005-04:00

Stamps: Just Buzzing By
CS: Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze, Confetti White, Tea Party DP
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze,Black
Accesories: SU Circle Cutter, SAB Ribbon, Vanilla Hardware, SU Punch, Cystal Effects, Markers, Old SU Cloud Stencil
Did direct to paper on pink CS.
forgot to add that the hardware idea came from my friend Katie, she used it on a card she send me. Thanks Katie.

Too Tweet !!

2009-04-25T00:39:00.002-04:00

Well it's been awhile but I'm back. This page was a chance to use new stuff. I really love the sizzix machine and I also tried the new chipboard.
Stamp Sets: Inspired by Nature, Sense of Time
Card Stock: Bashful blue, Barely Banana, Tea Party DP
Ink: Old Olive, Barely Banana, Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink, Kiwi
Kiss
Accessories: SU Chipboard, SU White Ribbon, Sizzix Top-notch Die, SU Boarder Punch,
Markers, SU Fine Glitter, Build-a-brad, Bee stickers, Old SU Cloud
Stencil, Mono Adhesive, Glue Dots
I used markers and the huffing technique for the daisies, Cloud stencil to add soft clouds to background and found that colouring the chipboard with ink pads made it easier to get good glitter cover, if you miss small bits it doesn't show.

Merry Christmas to all our Military and Thankyou!!

2008-12-23T13:06:00.001-05:00

The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest.
Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,
Transforming the yard to a winter delight.
The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.

My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream.
The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near,
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear.
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know,
Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.

My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,
And I crept to the door just to see who was near.
Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.
A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child.

"What are you doing?" I asked without fear,
"Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!
"For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts..
To the window that danced with a warm fire's light
Then he sighed and he said "Its really all right,

I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night.
Sleep without fear as you turn out your lights.
"It's my duty to stand at the front of this line,
That separates you from the darkest of times.
No one has asked or begged or implored me,
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me.
My Gramps died at 'Pearl on a day in December,
"Then he sighed, "That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembered."

My dad stood his watch in the jungles of 'Nam',
And now it is my turn and so, here I am.
I've not seen my own son in more than a while,
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile.
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,
The red, white, and blue... an American flag.

"I can live through the cold and the being alone,
Away from my family, my house and my home.
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.
I can carry the weight of killing another,
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother.
Who stand at the front against any and all,
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.
"So go back inside," he said, "harbor no fright,
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right."

"But isn't there something I can do, at the least,
"Give you some money, prepare you a feast?
It seems all too little for all that you've done,
For being away from your wife and your son."
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,
"Just tell us you love us, and never forget.
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone,
To stand your own watch, no matter how long.
For when we come home, either standing or dead,
To know you remember we fought and we bled.
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us.

Chocolate Tins

2008-11-23T23:43:00.003-05:00

Thought I would post a couple of these. SU designer paper was used to cover the nuggets and rub-ons were used on the lids. Wired ribbon was wrapped around the lid. SU DP was also wrapped around bottom of tin.

Sunflower Clipboard

2008-11-23T23:33:00.005-05:00

Here is another clipboard I did. I really like making these. SU designer paper was used.

SU ribbon and fall stamp set. Rub-ons from Michaels.

Clipboard

2008-11-23T23:25:00.003-05:00

This is a clipboard that I did recently. All of the paper & cs are from SU. The ribbon is SU and the felt snowflake. I also used a chipboard snowflake covered with DP and edged with SU chunky glitter. Rub-ons are from michaels and stickers are Jolees.

Gift Card Holder

2008-11-13T12:52:00.004-05:00

Learnt to make this at convention, my upline Mary had a gathering and this was one of the projects we made. I changed it for Christmas.

Stamps: SU Scandinavian Season - holiday mini

Paper: Ski Slope DP, Pink, Whisper White, Baha Blue

Ink: Baha Blue

Access: Window Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, 2 Circle Punches, Pop-dots

Jolliest Time of the Year

2008-11-13T12:42:00.005-05:00

I made a few of these, changed out the ribbon and hardware to give it a different look.

Stamps: Jolliest time of the year and Big on Christmas

Paper: Almost Amethyst, Bashful Blue, Confetti White & DP

Ink: Basic Black, Pacific Point, Craft White

Access: Ribbon, Hardware, Pop-dots, SU Punch, Glue dots, Sizzix, Cuttlebug folder, Pompom, SU EP Detail white, Sponge, Irridecent Ice EP( on let it snow piece).

Thinking of Father

2008-11-13T11:56:00.013-05:00

I made this a while ago and thought I would post it. I really like to watercolour so it is a favourite of mine. It's a very simple card for me I usually like more bling.
Stamps: Thinking of Father
Ink: Stazon black
Paper: SU Watercolour Paper, SU CS
Access: HP Hardware, Watercolour Pencils

Test Tubes

2008-11-11T00:18:00.002-05:00

I had a couple of people ask where to find these. I got them from Michaels, they were Martha Stewarts' brand and they are plastic so very safe for kids. Thanks to all for your interest.

How to for Re-inker Glass Ball

2008-11-02T23:06:00.005-05:00

I had a few people ask how to do this.
It is very easy and lots of fun. Get glass ornament (Joannes or Michaels), pick out your re-inker colour and pour some into your ball. Roll around until all the inside of the ball is coated. I then drain for about a minute to get rid of any extra (on a paper towel). Pick a matching glitter and scoop or pour into ball then shake it until all inside is coated. You can then tap out extra (this can usually be put back in glitter container). Let it dry for an hour or so, then put hanger back in and decorate.
Have fun !!

Re-inker Glass Ball

2008-11-02T11:51:00.004-05:00

I also did these for the craft fair. So thought I'd post one. This one is all SU except for the stickles on top. The SU rub-ons worked best on the balls, the ones from Michaels didn't want to stick so I made most of them using SU rub-ons. All were made using SU re-inkers. I did use glitter from both SU and others.

More Test Tubes

2008-11-02T11:42:00.005-05:00

I am doing a craft fair next week so I made a heap of these, here are a couple. I just love making these they're so easy and look so darn cute.

I used SU Ribbon, Chunky Glitter on the corks, the rub-ons are from Michaels but you could use SU ones and the little dangle things (don't ya like the technical term) are from Wallymart. I also put stickles on the bottoms which took about 48 hrs to dry.

SU paper pinecone

2008-11-02T11:31:00.006-05:00

I love blue at christmas. The new ski slope paper is beautiful. I really like how this came out.

I used Ski Slope Paper, Foam Ball, SU Felt Snowflakes, Gem Brad, SU ribbon and some from Michaels and pins to hold it all together.

I found the tutorial at SCS but not sure where.

A Cardinal Christmas

2008-10-19T22:29:00.004-04:00

Another new set from the SU Holiday Mini. If SU keeps this up I will have to mortgage one of the kids. The new holiday mini catty is wonderful.

Stamps: A Cardinal Christmas, Best Yet( Level 1 hostess set).

CS: Kiwi Kiss, Ski Slope DSP, Rose Red, Whisper White

Ink: Assorted SU ink pads, Real Red, Stazon Black

Access: SU Cutter Kit, Coluzzle, Vanilla Hodgepodge, SU Snowflake Punch, Crystal Effects, Pop dots

What a Hoot !!

2008-10-19T21:52:00.003-04:00

I coloured this image months ago and thought it was time to do something with it. So here it is.

Stamps; Gina Ks - Owl always love you

CS: Barely Banana, Regal Rose, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Barely Banana, Regal Rose, Assorted SU ink pads

Access: Little gems (I found these in the wedding isle at walmart), SU white gel pen, Prima flowers, SU vanilla brad, Ribbon, SU scalloped punch, SU corner punch (used to make scalloped circle), Pop dots

Snow Dudes

2008-10-13T11:35:00.004-04:00

I just think this set is too cute. I cased the layout from SCS, don't know whos it was but thanks for the idea.
Stamps: Holiday lineup
CS: Bashful Blue, Whisper White and SU DSP
Ink: Stazon, Assorted SU ink pads
Accessories: Sizzix, Cuttlebug Folder, Filigree Brad, Felt Snowflake

Please come home for christmas

2008-10-11T23:34:00.004-04:00

I really love this set, it's in the new stampin' up mini. It just reminds of all the Christmas's I have missed at home. All items used are from SU. The card is a 5x5.

Halloween Test Tubes

2008-10-11T02:39:00.005-04:00

A friend asked me to make a few test tube treats for her so I thought I would post them. Sorry no stamping but they're still cute.

Christmas Mouse

2008-10-08T22:23:00.004-04:00

A friend loaned me this stamp set. It is made by Impression Obsession and is just way too cute. I also used snow swirls by SU. The card stock is all SU. So is the ribbon. It is yet another watercolour.

Holiday Lineup

2008-10-06T00:59:00.003-04:00

These guys just crack me !!
Stamps: Holiday Lineup & High Hopes
CS: Pacific Blue, Kiwi Kiss, Whisper White, SU Ski Slope DSP, Ridinghood Red
Ink: Stazon, Versamark, Assorted Ink Pads
Accessories: Stickles, Gina K Glitter dot, White Gel Pen, Felt snowflakes, Snowflake Gems
Watercolouring, yip again

Bubble Girl

2008-10-06T00:49:00.003-04:00

Stamps: High Hopes
CS: Pink Pirouette, Whisper white
Ink: Stazon, Pink Pirouette
Accessories: Scalloped Punch, Crystal Effects, Pop Dots, White Gel Pen, Cloud Stencil, Blue & Pink Grograin ribbon SU, Markers

There's one in every crowd !!

2008-10-06T00:38:00.003-04:00

This just makes me laugh. I can just see one of my kids trying this.
Stamps: High Hopes
CS: Cranberry Crisp, Blue Bayou, Whisper White
Ink: Stazon Black,blue Bayou, Pacific Point, Assorted Ink Pads, Brush
Accessories: New SU Kiwi/Vanilla satin ribbon, Crystal Effects, Liquid Applique, Snowflake Gems, Dazzling Diamonds glitter on Snow, Cloud stencil

Winter Post

2008-10-06T00:24:00.004-04:00

Thanks to Ponygirl40 for the idea. I never even wanted this set when I first saw it and now I love it. I also seem to have a watercolouring thing going at the moment, oh well this too shell pass.
Stamps: Winter Post
CS: Ridinghood Red, Kiwi Kiss, Very Vanilla, SU Christmas DSP
Accessories: New SU Ribbon, Build-a Brad, Sizzix and Top Note Die, Assorted Ink Pads, Pop dots, Paint Brush
Ink: Creamy Caramel, Stazon black, Versamark Pad, Ridinghood red
Water colouring