Dragonfly Journeys

2012-02-10T08:03:00.000-07:00

Having family and friends far away sure does make me melancholy sometimes....well lots of times to be honest! Just a quick and sweet creation for a Friday...

Have a fantastic weekend!

Chair Stamp and button - CTMH
Papers - DCWV

Peace & Luv,

2012-02-09T08:29:00.000-07:00

It's (almost) always popsicle weather in Arizona....so fun!

Thanks to someone on Pinterest for pinning this,

I'm not sure who's idea it was, but I had to try it!

I hope your day is just as sweet!

Peace & Luv,

2012-02-08T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 140!

The sponsor of this week's challenge is.....Tracey of The Stamping Boutique!!

Tracey Malnofski's resume reads like a who's who of the Stamping Industry. Besides being the owner and a designer for The Stamping Boutique, she's also a stamp artist for Unity Stamp Company and has also worked for InStyle Stamps, Squigglefly, and The Digi Shack. She's a professional artist and an active member of the Artist' Guild in her community.Tracey has quite a busy household with a husband, 3 teenagers, 5 mini-dachshunds and an Appaloosa mare. It's noisy, but she loves them all. Her "Boutique" has it all - fairytale, whimsy, sentimental . . . and Candy!

Here's what Tracey says about her Stamping Boutique: "The Stamping Boutique" is dedicated to quality products and original artwork. We not only provide wonderful digital images in our store, but also several lines of red rubber images. Our designers are chosen for their character and personality, as well as, their beautiful designs. We work hard to give you our very best. Thank you so much for having us as your sponsor this week.

Store: http://thestampingboutique.com/
Challenge Blog: http://thestampingboutiquechallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Monthly Challenge: http://thestampingboutiquechallengeblog.blogspot.com/p/monthly-contest.html

The SSW Design Team Diva's have all rocked this challenge as usual, so be sure to check them all out and join us! If you are the grand prize winner, you get your choice of 3 Digi's, so be sure to show us what you've got!!

Peace & Luv,

2012-02-01T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 139!

The sponsor of this week's challenge is Elisabeth Bell! The winner of this week's challenge will receive two digital images.

The first one is the one that I've used today called My Prince, and the other one is called Lots of Love. I'm sure you'll agree, that little boy is just adorable!

You will want to check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team Diva's have created this week as well for
lots of inspiration done with these images and more.

If you have some of Elisabeth Bell's images, be sure to join us!

The Digi Bells DT Blog is another fabulous place to check out more of these adorable images!

Digital Image: Elisabeth Bell - My Prince
Cardstock and Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Butterflies - CTMH, Ribbon - Martha Stewart, markers, rhinestones, glitter pen, and pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: The frog!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-30T08:32:00.000-07:00

Hello and Happy Monday! I adore this stamp set from CTMH called Everyday Life. I've got a few more Valentine's to complete and get in the mail this week!

All papers and stamps CTMH!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-29T11:56:00.000-07:00

If you don't know what else to say on a card, how about this? I've always liked this set of papers from CTMH, and have been coveting them since you can't get them anymore. I discovered several CTMH blogs and ideas, and my inspiration for this card is here. It's time to use up the great papers I have to make way for the all of the fantastic new products in the catalog that just came out!

All papers, cardstock and the stamp set are from CTMH!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-25T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday #138!

Our always wonderful and generous sponsor this week is A DAY FOR DAISIES! They provide themed categories of over 1000 fun and whimsical digital images, including fairy tales and magical mermaids, cutie kids, vintage illustrations, sentiments and lovely designs for all occasions!The Grand Prize winner this week will receive a $12 Gift Certificate to the ADFD Shop. Here are the places to find lots of inspiration:

Website: www.adayfordaisies.com

Direct Store Link: http://adayfordaisies.com/stamps

Link: http://adayfordaisies.com/statement

Subscribe to News Letter Link:http://adayfordaisies.com/subscribe

Blog: http://adayfordaisies.blogspot.com

Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/adayfordaisies

Face Book: http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Day-For-Daisies/142905905744876?ref=ts

There's been a little bit of a change starting this week that I wanted to mention, so whoever is our sponsor of the challenge, is the only image that your creation should include. I'm pretty sure most of you have at least one of these images, but if you don't right now, there are freebies available to download so that you can join us! As always, the rest of the Design Team Diva's truly rock again this week with their creations, so for lots of inspiration go to the SSW Blog.

Here's the inside of the card and the envelope too!

Digital Image: A Day for Daisies - New Things

Clear Stamp Set: (Bees and Sentiment) Close to My Heart

Cardstock: Stampin' Up

Paper: Graphic 45 (Reversible)

Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon, ink for the edges, and a glitter pen.

My Favorite Thing: Her cute little expression of wonderment!....is that a word?

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-24T07:53:00.000-07:00

This is a flower made with all 5 of the Nestabilities die cuts in the set, with a little bit of inking on the edges. It's fun and easy and really adds a pretty punch to a card for a special someone.

Cardstock and papers: Close to My Heart
Sentiment: Create with TLC
Other Stuff: Nestabilities, CTMH brad, ink, and twine.

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-23T07:03:00.000-07:00

Hello and Happy Monday! I found a tutorial that I just had to try and I'm very pleased with the outcome. At work we had lots of crayons donated and so I was on Pinterest (of course), and found how to melt them in a silicone baking pan. It worked like a dream and I was able to make 6 of them with a box of 24 crayons, glitter, and twine. The plan is to sell these as a fundraiser.

Here are the rest of the colors:

Turquoise/Blues:

Purples:

Yellows/Greens:

Oranges/Yellows:

Browns/Blacks:

I'm not sure how that little bit of purple got in there, but I'm glad it did!

Thanks so much to Heather at WhipperBerry and

Have an awesome Day!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-18T00:01:00.001-07:00

Hello there, and Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 137!!

Our fabulous monthly sponsor this week is DigiStamp Boutique and I'm using a Jemina image. Isn't she cute?!

The winner of this week's challenge will win 6 digital images from the DigiStamp Boutique of their choice...woohoo!!

Be sure to check out the rest of the SSW Design Team Diva's creations as well, as join us! This is a very, very fun sketch to work with!

Digital Image: DigiStamp Boutique - Jemima and Flowers
Cardstock: Bazzill and Stampin' Up
Paper: One cute little reversible piece from Fancy Pants.
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, nesties, Sizzix button die cuts, Cuttlebug embossing folder, and the sentiment ribbon snap is from Melissa Frances.
My Favorite Thing: The paper!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-15T21:47:00.000-07:00

I figured it was time I take a card that I saw on Pinterest and actually try it out myself....thanks for the inspiration Lisa at Cocoa Daisy!

Cardstock: Stampin' Up - Tempting Turquoise
Papers: Heartwarning Vintage Collection - Radiant
Stamps (Sentiments): CTMH - Celebration Set
Other Stuff: Heart punch, Colorbox charcoal chalk/ink, red floss, and a cuttlebug embossing folder.
My Favorite Thing: I tore myself away from Pinterest for awhile to actually create something!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-11T00:01:00.004-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 136-73! The sponsor of this week's challenge is Wee Stamps, where this little cutie with her bird friend are from, and it's called Winter Fairy. The winner will receive 3 digital images...woohoo!!

The owner and illustrator behind Wee Stamps, Sylvia Zet creates unique designs of charming and whimsical characters, which are loved for their adorable little faces expressing innocence and trustful hearts.

Wee illustrations feature cute kids and fluffy animals and are available as digital downloads at Wee Stamps and also as deeply etched red rubber stamps at Whimsey Stamps. Be sure to check them all out!

For some fantastic inspiration, be sure to visit the SSW Blog to see what the rest of the Design Team Diva's have created this week!

I am also entering this one into the challenge at Inky Impressions, which is red, pink and white!

Digital Image: Wee Stamps - Winter Fairy

Cardstock: Stampin' Up and Bazzill

Paper: Stampin' Up

Other Stuff: Markers, prisma glitter, square nestie, tab punch, ribbon, heart nestie, and a starbucks heat sleeve!

My Favorite Thing: It's a toss up between the little bird and Valentine's Day!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-06T08:12:00.000-07:00

A card on its way to Omaha to my ex-husband...he'll love it!

Cardstock: Bazzill and Stampin' Up
Image: Digi Shack
Papers: From K&Company's Que Sera Sera mat pad.
Other Stuff: Markers, nestie, ribbon, button.
My Favorite Thing: That I consider my ex one of my best friends!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-05T07:26:00.000-07:00

I'm still having some fun with these pre-made glitter cards from DCWV that I found in my stash. I've been making some quick and easy cards this week to have on hand...don't look too close - the glue is still wet on this one!

Peace, Luv and Happy Friday-Eve,

2012-01-04T00:01:00.003-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 135! The sponsor of this week's challenge is Saturated Canary and this is one of my favorite images from Krista. It's called Crushing on the Quarterback, and of course I colored her in with my Green Bay Packer colors. I'll be sending this to my sista, and the second biggest Packer fan. I know it'll get a giggle out of her.

The winner of this week's challenge will receive 2 free digital images from Krista's shop...yippee!!

To find these amazing images, here are 3 spots to check out:

http://saturatedcanarydigis.etsy.com

http://www.saturatedcanary.blogspot.com

http://www.saturatedcanarychallenge.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to visit the SSW Blog to see what the rest of the Design Team Diva's have created and join us. We love to see what you create!

Digital Image: Saturated Canary
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: Sky paper/Fancy Pants, and the green paper is from DCWV's Cafe Mediterranean Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, lace, felt butterfly, rhinestones.
My Favorite Thing: Her Outfit - Go Packers!!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-03T08:21:00.001-07:00

Another quickie....how quick you ask?...15 minutes...bam!!!
I used pretty much all of the same things I did yesterday, except I added a corrugated star from Close to My Heart, some twine and a button. I'm on a roll here, but now I need to get in the shower and get to work. I hope it doesn't bust my mojo! Have a great day!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-02T19:12:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I'm in a blue/green mood this week...anyway, I found in my stash this pre-glittered card, and then I found the sketch contest over on Mojo Monday. So basically I used the card, one piece of paper of the Whimsy Stack from DCWV (cut very strategically), and one piece of cardstock from Stampin' Up/Tempting Turquoise. I added the rhinestones, and I used a couple of circle Nesties, oh and the wish sentiment is a stamp from Heidi Grace. Easy, sparkly, and simple, ya?!

Peace & Luv,

2012-01-01T14:03:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year! I wanted to make a New Year card for my honey and I also went to see The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and so the two thoughts came together to make this! I read the books and saw the swedish versions of all 3 of the books, and so I naturally couldn't wait to see what Hollywood did with it. I wasn't disappointed, and even though it was 2 hours and 40 minutes, I still didn't want it to end. If you get the chance, and you like that kind of film, you're going to love it. Looking at Daniel Craig wasn't hard on the eyes either!

Image: Stamping Dragon Designs
Cardstock: Bazzill
Papers: DCWV's Green Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, oval and oval scallop punch, Stampin' Up ribbon and brads.
My Favorite Thing: The sweet dragon!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-28T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 134!

The sponsor of this week's Challenge is A Day for Daisies and the Grand Prize winner this week will receive a $12 Gift Certificate to the ADFD Shop.

A DAY FOR DAISIES provides themed categories of over 1000 fun and whimsical digital images, including fairy tales and magical mermaids, cute kids, vintage illustrations, sentiments and lovely designs for all occasions!

Website: www.adayfordaisies.com

Direct Store Link: http://adayfordaisies.com/stamps

Link: http://adayfordaisies.com/statement

Subscribe to News Letter Link:

http://adayfordaisies.com/subscribe

Blog: http://adayfordaisies.blogspot.com

Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/adayfordaisies

Face Book:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Day-For-Daisies/142905905744876?ref=ts

Please be sure to check out the rest of what the SSW Design Team Diva's have created, and join us!

Digital Image - ADFD - Always a Princess

Cardstock - Stampin' Up - Soft Suede

Papers - Basic Grey - Curio Paper Pad

Other Stuff - Markers, glitter pen, ribbon, flower, rhinestones.

My Favorite Thing - That she's wearing her 'conical hat' in the tub....don't be too impressed - I looked up the name of it on Google...hehe!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-25T10:28:00.000-07:00

Christmas All Year Long Take a heap of child-like wonder
That opens up our eyes
To the unexpected gifts in life—
Each day a sweet surprise. Mix in fond appreciation
For the people whom we know;
Like festive Christmas candles,
Each one has a special glow. Add some giggles and some laughter,
A dash of Christmas food,
(Amazing how a piece of pie
Improves our attitude!) Stir it all with human kindness;
Wrap it up in Luv and Peace,
Decorate with optimism, and
Our joy will never cease. If we use this healthy recipe,
We know we will remember
To be in the Christmas spirit,
Even when it's not December! All the best to You and Yours ~ Peace and Luv,

2011-12-21T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday Challenge 133! Our sincerely fabulous and generous monthly sponsor is DigiStamp Boutique! I just adore all of the adorable images from Sally Ann and these little reindeer jumped out at me and I had to have them.

The Grand Prize winner this week will receive 6 free digital images of the winner's choice! Take a look around the Digi Stamp Boutique and their Blog and check out all of the wonderful inspiration there.

Speaking of wonderful, don't forget to check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team Diva's have created this week as well, and then join us!

Digital Image: DigiStamp Boutique - Rudolph
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV's Christmas Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, twine, sizzix die cuts, Prisma glitter, pom-poms, puffy paint, and rhinestones.
My Favorite Thing: Their noses!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-14T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday #132-51!!! The sponsor of this week's sketch is Bugaboo Digi Stamps! I just love Ruby, who happens to be wearing an amazing outfit here - wouldn't you say?!!

I have several people on my holiday card list that like purple just like I do, but it's kinda hard to incorporate it in. Thankfully Ruby seems to wear it well, and I can cross another one as done from my list!

The winner this week will get 7 Digi Stamps that value $21!! That's a fantastic prize and there are so many images to choose from for all kinds of holidays, that it won't be easy to choose.

Be sure to check out what the rest of the Design Team Diva's have created on the SSW Blog, along with two Bugaboo Design Team guests as well. There is lots of inspiration there to get you going!

Digital Image: Bugaboo Digi Stamps - Ruby Christmas Tree
Cardstock: Bazzill and Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV's Christmas Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, brads, Prisma glitter.
My Favorite Thing: Ruby's sparkly glasses!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-12T08:39:00.000-07:00

This is for a very "snow cute" little gal that I think might like this....hmmm...I wonder who?!

Digital Imag: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Close to My Heart
Paper: Sassafrass
Other Stuff: Markers, crimper, rhinestones, ribbon.
My Favorite Thing: The tutu!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-11T12:51:00.001-07:00

Is this how you're feeling about now? 'Tis the season!!
This is for the Mojo Monday Challenge Contest 218 and also for Paper Sundaes - Anything Christmas.

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV's Christmas Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, nestie, ribbon, flower punch, brad.
My Favorite Thing: The fun colors!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-07T00:01:00.005-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 131! Our fabulous sponsor this week is Sassy Cheryl's and the Grand Prize winner will receive a $5 Gift Certificate!

My card turned out kinda Country Christmas this week I think, but this image does makes me smile!

Be sure to check out the rest of the terrific creations from the rest of the SSW Design Team and join us!

Digital Image: Sassy Cheryl's - Santa and Little Snowey
Cardstock: Bazzill
Papers: DCWV
Other Things: Markers, nesties, ribbon, brads, chipboard sentiment (from DCWV too), Prisma glitter.
My Favorite Thing: Snowey!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-06T08:20:00.000-07:00

I was feelin' Peanut-ty today after I came across this cartoon:

You gotta love it....ya?!!!! Hehehe....have an awesome day!

Rubber Stamp: Snoopy Skating-Stampabilities

Papers: DCWV's Christmas Stack

Other Stuff: Rhinestones and pop dots.

My Favorite Thing: Snoopy!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-04T19:53:00.000-07:00

An idea taken right off of the Pink Petticoat website, with one of their sweet little digital images. I made these for a card swap today!

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: White/Tempting Turquoise (inside) Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Nestie, ribbon, and a red pearl.
My Favorite Thing: The birdie!

Peace & Luv,

2011-12-01T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday to my sweet Iowa blogger friend Carol Dee! You're the sweetest and kindest person and I hope you have a wonderful day! This card is in the mail, but will arrive in typical Jeannie-fashion...late (sorry). I'll be sending you an email soon so we can get caught up!

Stamped Image: Stampin' Up - Measure of a Life
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: Close to my Heart
Other Stuff: Ink, gold glitter pen and pearls.
My Favorite Thing: That we both love dragonflies!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-30T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday Challenge 130!!!

Our sponsor this week is Di's Digi Downloads and the Grand Prize winner this week will receive a Gift Voucher valued at $10 or the winner can choose more than the dollar amount and pay the difference!!

I was feelin' French when I made my card, not sure why, but I thought it was a cute way to say thank you!

Please be sure to check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team has created, and join us. You could be our Grand Prize winner this week!

Digital Image: Di's Digi Downloads

Papers: DCWV's Belle Cafe stack/black cardstock

Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon slide, ribbon.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-29T10:08:00.000-07:00

Just a simple little holiday note card today, kinda cute!

Cardstock: CTMH
Paper: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Martha Stewart snowflake punch, twine, and craftworkcards candi.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-28T07:57:00.000-07:00

The inside message says....thank you for being one of mine!
I knew I wanted to use a dragonfly and turquoise for this one, so this is what I came up with.

Stamp set: Stampin' Up - Reason to Smile
Ink: Creamy Caramel
Cardstock: Stampin' Up - Tempting Turquoise
Paper: Reminisce
Other Stuff: Brads, crimper, twine.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-24T14:06:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving is here, so my mind has turned
To what time has taught me, to what I’ve learned:
We often focus all our thought
On shiny things we’ve shopped and bought;
We take our pleasure in material things
Forgetting the pleasure that friendship brings.
If a lot of our stuff just vanished today,
We’d see the foundation of each happy day
Is special relationships, constant and true,
And that’s when my thoughts go directly to you.
I wish you a Thanksgiving you’ll never forget,
Full of Peace, Luv and Joy—your best one yet!

2011-11-23T00:01:00.010-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 129-33!!!

Our generous and fun sponsor this week is Whimsie Doodles!

I hope I don't need to explain that they are peas..on earth..get it?!!!...hehehe!!

Our 'Bio':

Whimsie Doodles is so excited to be sponsoring the new challenge! In March of 2009 Melyssa Connolly, artist and owner, began turning her whimsical hand-drawn images into digital files for sale online. Whimsie Doodles' digital stamp line features images that range from cute little boys and girls, to punny stuff, and everything in-between. We enjoy sharing lots of samples on our company blog, where we also post challenges and tutorials.

Special Offer:

A special offer for Sweet Sketch Wednesday fans - use the discount code SwtWed10 at the Whimsie Doodles online store and receive 10% off your next order! Code expires 30 days from today - 11/23/11.

The Grand Prize this week is a $10 Gift Certificate to Whimsie Doodles online store!

Digital Image: Whimsie Doodles

Cupcake Image: Pink Petticoat

Papers: Close to My Heart

Other Stuff: Markers, border punch, glitter pen, ribbon.

My Favorite Thing: The two peas that are snuggling!

Peas and Luv!!!

2011-11-21T07:36:00.000-07:00

I want this outfit! Today's creation started there and then I was inspired by Kindra's felt flowers and adorable card and layout. I thought I'd give them a try myself, and maybe with a bit more practice they'll look as good as hers!

Digital Image: Bugaboo
Cardstock: Bazzill
Paper: K&Company
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon, felt, leaves, buttons, and pearls.
My Favorite Thing: Ruby's outfit!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-20T09:36:00.001-07:00

A very cute gift card! Thanks for the inspiration Ronah!

All products are Close to My Heart!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-16T05:15:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 128! Our ever faithful monthly sponsor this week is Sally Ann from DigiStamp Boutique!!!

I chose to use one of the Jasper images and decided he'd look cute in a purple outfit, balancing that cake on his nose!

If you'd like some more inspiration, just check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team has created and join us, you could be the Grand Prize winner this week of 6 images from the DigiStamp Boutique!

Digital Image: Birthday Jasper
Cardstock: CTMH
Papers: DCWV's Cafe Latte Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon and brads.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-14T08:31:00.001-07:00

For a very cool friends' birthday....and also for Paper Lovin' Gals challenge #5 ~ Love!

*****Update!!..... I won!!******

Digital Image: Not sure where I got it...sorry!
Papers: 7 Gypsies
Other Stuff: Markers, brads, ribbon and rhinestones.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-11T06:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday...we made it through the week and like this set of cards, that's something to celebrate! I made these in record time...45 minutes...yippee!!

Have a fabulous weekend!

Digital Images: Shirley's 2 Girls
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: Close to My Heart
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon and flowers.
My Favorite Thing: It's Friday!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-10T06:00:00.005-07:00

For a friend who likes Alice....I had fun making this one!

Digital Image: Shirley's 2 Girls
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Paper: Sassafras
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, glitter and rhinestones.
My favorite thing: The glittery swirls (which you probably can't see very well...sorry!)

Peace, Luv and Happy Friday-Eve!

2011-11-09T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 127 and the sponsor of this week's challenge is the Stamp Fairy!

This cutie is called Lenny and is part of a sweet fruit collection. The round sentiment is actually a freebie there too!

The winner of this week's Grand Prize will choose 4 digi's of the winner's choice!

Please be sure to check out the wonderful creations of the rest of the SSW Design Team for more inspiration. I enjoy visiting all of your blogs to check them out.

Digital Image and Sentiment: Stamp Fairy - Lenny Fruits
Cardstock: Bazzill
Papers: Close to My Heart
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon and brads.
My Favorite Thing: Lenny's little feet!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-08T06:00:00.002-07:00

This is one of a set in different shades of blues that I made as a special order for a boutique show coming up, but it's one of my favorites from the past...

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Polka Dot Paper: DCWV's La Creme Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, border punch, ribbon.

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-07T07:44:00.000-07:00

I'm starting with the inside of this super simple card today!

I got some of these pre-cut cards with the square already in them, and also this fun embossing folder over the weekend so I thought the owl popped up inside peeking outside would be a cute idea!

Owl see you tomorrow....hehe!!

Pre-cut cards: The Paper Cut

Embossing Folder: Crafts-Too

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-06T14:50:00.000-07:00

Hello there...I went to a Stamp convention yesterday with the girlz and this was one of the free make and takes. Thought I'd share it, since it's so darn cute!

Materials and stamps provided by: Avocado Arts

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-02T07:18:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 126! A Day for Daisies is our sponsor, which is where this darling image is from.

The Grand Prize Winner this week will receive a $12 Gift Certificate to the ADFD Shop!

The rest of the SSW Design Team have some terrific creations for you, so be sure to visit them as well and be inspired!

We'd love to see one of your creation's with this week's Sketch!

Digital Image: A Day for Daisies - Fall Fun
Cardstock & Paper: Close to My Heart
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, flowers, pearl.
My Favorite Thing: The bird on the babies head!

Peace & Luv,

2011-11-01T08:04:00.001-07:00

Hello and Happy Tuesday...just a couple of boy cards for you today, but they are Fall colors anyway!

Cardstock: Bazzill
Paper: Pyrus
Other Stuff: Ribbon and brads

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-31T00:01:00.003-07:00

Happy Halloween!!

Just remember...there's no calories in Halloween candy...have a fun day!

Digital Image: Broken Box
Cardstock and Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Oval nestie, ribbon, flower doodads.

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-30T11:47:00.000-07:00

I found another fun fold that came together quickly and paired it with The Play Date Cafe's Challenge PDCC105 colors for a very special and fun birthday card!

Digital Images & Sentiments: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: CTMH and Stampin' Up
Paper: From my friend Jan!
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, flower punch, ribbon, rhinestones.

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-29T14:39:00.000-07:00

For a friend's new home...simple and sweet!

Digital Image: Broken Box
Cardstock: Bazzill
Paper (Reversable): Color Theory Collection
Other Stuff: A green marker, twine and a border punch.

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-26T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 125!! The sponsor of this week's challenge is Bugaboo Stamps!

This peeking kitty is one of the many images available for Halloween, so it's not too late if you still need to make some cute cards!

There are literally so many different images to choose from, that our Grand Prize winner, who will receive 7 digital images that value $21, will have no problem finding something they'd love to create with!

Our Design Team Diva's have rocked this sketch as usual, so be sure to check them all out for some inspiration on the SSW Blog!

Please join us! We'd love to see you win this fabulous prize!

Digital Image: Bugaboo Stamps - Black Cat Shoe Peek
Cardstock: CTMH
Papers: My Mind's Eye
Digital Sentiment Banner: Lindsay's Stamp Stuff/My Grafico
Other Stuff: Markers, nestie, ribbon.
My Favorite Thing: The kitty!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-24T05:00:00.001-07:00

I got together with all of my favorite gals over the weekend for a Christmas Card workshop put on by our wonderful Close To My Heart Rep Ronah. I love the colors of these Winter Wonderland cards.

Jolly Santa Claus with his big pack of presents.

And a couldn't be cuter little elf!

We made two of each, so the fact that I have 8 holiday cards done in October is a miracle in itself!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-23T11:51:00.000-07:00

Miss Ally is in the house!! We made a dum-dum sucker bouquet and used a flower punch to put matching paper flowers underneath the suckers before we poked them into a pot with a styrofoam ball in it....and then she made a birthday card for her friend Vivi...

I personally love what she put on the inside...

If you can't read it - it sez....I hope you have a good birthday and you get good presents!

Out of the mouths of babes - right??!!! Love it!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-19T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 124!

Our monthly wonderful sponsor is Digi Stamp Boutique and that is exactly where this cute little one is from, called Hattie. She is part of the Cute Christmas Collection, and also the Offer of the Month.

The Grand Prize winner this week will receive 6 digital images of the winner's choice....wow!!

If you need some inspiration, be sure to check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team has created with more of these adorable images!

Digital Image: Hattie - Cute Christmas Offer
Cardstock: Stampin' Up and Bazzill
Papers: My Mind's Eye
Other Stuff: Markers, nestie, border punch, flower punch, Prisma glitter.
My Favorite Thing: Hattie's headband and boots!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-17T20:16:00.000-07:00

My inspiration today came from this card that Julee at Poetic Artistry made. One spin around her blog, and you're sure to find lots of wonderful things to inspire you too!

Digital Cupcake: Pink Petticoat
Papers: Bazzill and Nikki Sivils.
Other Stuff: Markers, 2 square punches, nesties, ribbon.
My Favorite Thing: Cupcakes!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-16T19:11:00.002-07:00

Tomorrow is Boss's Day and since I made a thank you card with this layout a little while ago and liked it, I thought I'd use it again. I hope she likes it too...

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-13T21:00:00.001-07:00

All I've got for ya is three boy cards....here's the first, with Stampin' Up papers. Not sure if the pointy nestie layer behind the name circle looks too girly or not? I thought it kinda looked like the sun, except blue....

Here's the second one, or Paul #1 using CTMH papers. A rather funky little layout I came across on a card I saw on Pinterest that I liked.

Then there's Paul #2, combining Stampin' Up cardstock with CTMH papers. Not much more to say about it. It is after all a boy card. If you notice I almost always use brads, well in this case I used them on all 3. I like to think that they man them up a bit...

It's still Thursday so...Happy Friday-Eve!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-12T00:01:00.002-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 123!!

Our sponsor for this week is Sassy Cheryl's and the Grand Prize winner will receive a $5 Gift Certificate...yippee!!

I really hope you'll join us this week and if you need some inspiration, be sure to check out the fabulous creations from the rest of the SSW Design Team!

Digital Image: Sassy Cheryl's
Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Markers, leaf, circle & scallop circle punch, brad.
My Favorite Thing: The falling leaves!

I am also entering this into the ABC DT Challenge, which is Pumpkins...thanks Sheri!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-09T19:14:00.000-07:00

The sketch challenge this week at Willow Designs is to get us in a Christmasy mood and include snowflakes, so to me that means snowmen...ya?! This is a creation using some things that were given to me, some re-purposing, and it all came together quickly but happily!

Digital Image & Sentiment: Whimsie Doodles
Cardstock: Bazzill
Papers: DCWV's Christmas Stack
Other Things: Markers, DCWV chipboard snowflakes, and the doily is from a recent birthday party (thanks Luping).
My Favorite Thing: The cozy cabin colors!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-08T11:53:00.000-07:00

Sending all of you some Arizona sunshine today! It's just gorgeous here, and it finally cooled off enough to turn the a/c off for a couple of days - and hopefully for the Summer!

Digital Image: DigiStamp Boutique
Digital Sentiment: Create with TLC
Cardstock: Joann's
Papers and Tag: K&Company - Wild Saffron
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, Sizzix die cut flowers, brads.
My Favorite Thing: Lizzie's dress and matching shoes!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-05T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 122!! I am so excited to tell you about our new sponsor...Saturated Canary!

Here is a picture of Krista, who is the creator of this image that I used today and many more...Isn't she beautiful?!

You can find more of her great images on Etsy here, and also be sure to check out her Challenge Blog here! There is also more information about her on the SSW Blog post for this week as well, so be sure to check it out.

As I always say, when you use the Sweet Sketch Wednesday sketches, you will make the most fabulous cards you ever thought. I'd love to see what you create this week, by joining us for the chance to win 2 of these digital images yourself!

Be sure to check out what the rest of the Design Team Divas have created too on the SSW Blog, because they really rocked it this week!

Digital Image: Saturated Canary - Peace and Love Hipster
Sentiment: From John Lennon's lips to my computer...
Cardstock and Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, crushed velvet ribbon, flower punch.
My Favorite Thing: The pink daisies in her hair!

Peace & Luv,

2011-10-02T19:17:00.000-07:00

Hello there! This card is based off of the sketch at Willow Designs, but then I saw (when I was done of course) that it was supposed to be a tent or easel card, darn it! Anyway, I was thankful for the sketch inspiration because I had none!

Digital Image and Sentiment: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Bazzill and white Paper: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Marker, CTMH stitch stamp, corner rounder, ribbon, brad, pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: Yellow is a happy color!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-28T00:01:00.003-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 121!

Our wonderfully fabulous sponsor is Meljen's Designs this week, and I will promise you this...one look at all of the amazing images to choose from, and you will be hooked!

I am using Mummy Bear, who is not only too cute for words, but is all ready for trick or treating too!

The sketch this week, as always, is very fun to create with and the rest of the Design Team diva's have cooked up some fabulous things for you.

Check them all out on the SSW Blog and join us because this week the Grand Prize winner will receive 4 Digital Images from Meljen's Designs - of course!

Digital Image: Meljen's Designs - Mummy Bear
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Circle Sentiment and the bat: Teresa Collins
Papers: Stampin' Up cardstock, Heidi Grace and 7 Gypsies
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon, brads, pop dots, gold glitter pen (on the hanging spider).
My Favorite Thing: Halloween!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-26T16:20:00.000-07:00

Hello there! This is some of my favorite hoarded paper from years ago, but I was feeling a little shabby chic-ish today! I've also been wanting to make one of these flowers for awhile too. So combining those two things together, this is what I have for you today!

Sentiment: Create with TLC
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: Daisy D's
Other Stuff: Round scallop punch, border punch, brad.

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-24T18:56:00.000-07:00

It's Saturday and that certainly is turtle-y cool right?!

I hope yours is fantastic!

Digital Image & Sentiment: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV - Belle Cafe Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, nestie, scallop scissor, twill, button.

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-23T16:24:00.002-07:00

Hi there ~ isn't this owl adorable?! I just discovered Willow Designs and all of Sharon's cute little images. This little guy's name is Walter, and he captured my heart. When I discovered that there was a challenge happening, and that the prize is a wallet full of promarkers, well I'm all in!! I would be over the moon to win something like that, so I just have to give it a try!

Digital Image: Willow Designs

Cardstock: Stampin' Up

Paper: My Mind's Eye

Other Stuff: Ribbon, scallop scissor, snowflake and circle punch, CTMH Twinkle brads, Prisma glitter, pop dots.

My Favorite Thing: His sweet little note to Santa!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-21T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday and to Challenge 120! Our monthly sponsor is DigiStamp Boutique! If I see a puppy I want it, and that's what happened when I saw little Barney here.

This weeks sketch is so much fun to create with, one that I will use over and over again, and you really need to try it for yourself to see what I'm talkin' about!

Be sure to check out what the rest of the Design Team has created for more inspiration on the SSW Blog and join us this week. The Grand Prize winner will receive 6 images from the boutique!

Digital Image: DigiStamp Boutique - Barney and present
Cardstock: Bazzill and kraft
Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, buttons, twine, pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: Puppy Barney and the color Purple!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-19T16:20:00.001-07:00

It's Monday ~ was it "tweet"? As Monday's go, mine wasn't too bad actually, but I am glad that the work day is over! Can't wait for some fun and new shows to premiere tonight!

Digital Image: Delicious Doodles
Digital Sentiment: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: Bazzill
Paper: My Mind's Eye
Other Stuff: Marker, buttons, crochet thread, scallop scissor, corner rounder, and pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: The cute Birdie!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-16T16:38:00.000-07:00

How many cards do you send out "just because"? I really need to send out more to friends and family across the miles, and not just on birthdays and holidays. This wee little gal seemed to fit the bill!

Digital Image: Bugaboo
Cardstock: CTMH and Bazzill
Papers: Basic Grey
Other Stuff: Markers, twine, CTMH button.
My Favorite Thing: The Daisies!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-15T20:05:00.000-07:00

It's 8pm on Thursday nite and I'm tired already...it's been a long week! Ice cream always seems to make me feel better, so I've had my ice cream, and I'm off to bed....oh....Happy Friday-Eve!

Digital Image: Bee Crafty
Digital Sentiment: Create with TLC
Cardstock and Paper: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, flower punch, button.
My Favorite Thing: Ice Cream!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-14T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday! The sponsor for this week's Sketch Challenge 119 is A Day For Daisies!!

This adorable little angel is just one of the many new holiday images that you'll want for your very own.

The Grand Prize winner this week will win a $12 Gift Certificate to the ADFD Shop!

Our Design Team has really rocked it again this week, so be sure to check them all out and leave them some love as well on the SSW Blog! I can't wait to see your creations with this super fun Sketch this week!

Digital Image: A Day For Daisies - Christmas Fairy Light
Papers: CTMH, Stampin' Up and Bazzill
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, glitter, and rhinestones.
My Favorite Thing: The tiny little Angel!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-12T00:01:00.001-07:00

It's Monday....have you had your coffee yet? Sometimes there just isn't enough to go around, is there?! Don't you wish you got such a pretty cup at your local coffee shop, with bows and flowers and all...hehehe...Have a great day!

Stamp and Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, oval and oval scallop puch, kraft paper and crimper, ribbon, flower punch, glitter, and a button.
My Favorite Thing: Coffee!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-11T07:00:00.004-07:00

When you're under the weather, what could be better than a little tea and lemon right?

Teapot Stamp: Unity

Lemon Slice - Digital Image: Pink Petticoat

Sentiment: Computer Font
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Paper: DCWV's Citrus Stack

Other Stuff: Markers, scallop scissor, corner punch, ribbon.

My Favorite Thing: Right now...iced tea...it's still hot here!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-10T09:47:00.000-07:00

Happy Saturday! This image I thought would be perfect with this cherry paper from CTMH. I love it when a plan comes together!

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat
All Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, flower, button, rhinestone.
My Favorite Thing: Her Dress!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-08T00:01:00.001-07:00

Hello there...this one is for a mystery card swap I've got going on this evening with the gals. We were each given a bag full of goodies to use sight unseen. Well can you believe I got my favorite Stampin' Up paper of all time?!!! I felt how this gal looks when I opened it up!

Stamps: Shirley's 2 Girls
Papers: Stampin' Up/random lite green cardstock
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, slide, brads, glitter.
My Favorite Thing: The paper!

Peace, Luv & Happy Friday-Eve!

2011-09-07T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 118-49! Our sponsor this week is Stamp Fairy, and the Grand Prize winner this week will receive their choice of 4 images!

I couldn't help but choose this little football player, with the NFL season opening tomorrow nite. Of course my beloved Green Bay Packers (and Superbowl Champions of course) have the honor of starting off the season, and I can't wait!

If you need some inspirational influence on what to do with this sketch, be sure to check out the rest of the Design Team's creations on SSW blog!

Digital Image: Stamp Fairy
Cardstock & Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, jute twine and a button.
My Favorite Thing: The Green and Gold....Go Pack Go!!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-06T00:01:00.000-07:00

It might feel like a Monday, but guess what - it's Tuesday...yippee! I'm using some of my favorite CTMH papers and one of my favorite digital images!

Digital Image: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock & Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Markers, tag punch, crochet thread, buttons.

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-05T11:45:00.001-07:00

I just received this owl stamp set from my wonderful CTMH friend rep Ronah and had to ink it up! The jar of flowers is also a stamp that I borrowed from my good friend Jan a long time ago. I used the versamark/chalk technique on it and made a whole bunch of these, so I thought I use one today. The layout is the inspiration of Paper Sundaes Sketch Challenge 85 this week!

Stamp set: CTMH - Owl and Sentiment
Stamp - Jar of flowers: Endless Creations
Cardstock: Pink - CTMH and a random lite blue
Paper: Pink Paislee
Other Stuff: Marker, cricut embossing template, circle nestie, ticket corner punch, circle punch, flower punch, bitty sparkles, buttons, versamark, chalks, and pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: The Owl-ie!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-02T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Freaky Fast Friday!

This is a 30 minute card; it's fast and it's Friday...the Freaky part I just kinda threw in there...hehe!

Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Sentiment: Computer generated
Paper: DCWV's Cafe Mediterranean Stack
Other Stuff: Lace, thread, button, ribbon, zig zag scissor.
Inspiration: Blush crafts (thanks Vicky!)
My Favorite Thing: It's Friday!

Peace & Luv,

2011-09-01T00:01:00.001-07:00

I hope there's an October birthday so I can give this to someone then, because ever since I made a Halloween card with this stamp that's all I can think of. Perhaps if I had stamped it in a different color, I'd feel differently about it. I haven't done a pink/black combo card in awhile, so I got it out of my system for awhile with this one!

Rubber Stamp (really!): Studio G
Sentiment: Pink Petticoat
Cardstock: CTMH
Papers: Kelly Panacci (really old)
Other Stuff: Oval nestie, scallop scissor, ribbon, prisma glitter (for the candles/lights), and pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: That I used one of my rubber stamps!

Peace, Luv & Happy Friday-Eve!

2011-08-31T00:01:00.004-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday 117!! Our sponsor of this week's challenge is Elisabeth Bell Designs, where art and cute come together! This image certainly is cute, and I was going for kind of a pearl-y/sea glass/opal-y feel as far as the colors go. I'm not sure that's how it came across, but that's my story and I'm sticking to it!

The Grand Prize winner this week will win their choice of 2 digitals.

If you need some inspiration, be sure to check out what the rest of the SSW Design Team gals have created. Afterward, show us what you've created - we just love to see what you do with the sketches!

Digital Image: Elisabeth Bell Designs

Cardstock: Stampin' Up

Papers: K&Company

Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon, pearls, flowers, button.

My Favorite Thing: Their little swimsuits!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-30T00:01:00.002-07:00

Words to live by and certainly worthy of a celebration hat, and big bold colors...don't-cha think?

Let's celebrate Tuesday!

Digital Image: Shirley's 2 Girls

Digital Ticket: Sentiments 4 You (free)

Cardstock: Stampin' Up - Only Orange

Papers: Sassafrass-Serendipity/Sunshine Lollipop Kit

Other Stuff: Markers, circle nestie, glitter, rhinestones, and a little bit of ribbon.

My Favorite Thing: The Sentiment!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-29T00:01:00.002-07:00

Happy Monday and this is for the Hambo Hoedown 30 challenge this week. The image to use from them is the pencil, and the colors to use in the challenge are red, yellow, and blue. I chose to make a tag and I attached it to a pretty apple all wrapped up and ready to go!

Digital Image: Hambo Stamps
Cardstock and Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Markers, tab punch, corner rounder, twine.
My Favorite Thing: The "You Rock" paper!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-28T10:24:00.000-07:00

There's an artist in the house!! Little Miss Allie is here for the weekend, and here is her creation. She's loves driving in my bug, so she wanted to make a card with one on it. Cute, ya? My weekend has been full of listening to Justin Bieber, putting puzzles together, and giggling!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-25T17:02:00.000-07:00

Hello there ~ Today's creation is for two challenges; at The Play Date Cafe 96, the colors are mint, ivory and coral, and the sketch I'm using is from Tuesday Morning Sketches 108. Easy peasy!!

Digital Image: ?? (sorry)
Cardstock and Papers: CTMH
Other Stuff: Markers, ticket corner punch, ribbon.
My Favorite Thing: Flip-flops!

Peace, Luv and Happy Friday-Eve!

2011-08-24T00:01:00.002-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday #116! Our fabulous returning sponsor is Jodie from Bugaboo Stamps!

I just love all of her fabulous characters and critters, and this week you have the opportunity to win 7 digital images of your choice that total $21!!

If you need some inspiration, check out the rest of the Design Team's creations over on the SSW Blog!

Digital Image: Bugaboo Stamps - Ruby Tidbits/Coffee
Cardstock and Papers: Stampin' Up
Other Stuff: Markers, border punch, oval/oval scallop punch, paper crimper, ribbon.
My Favorite Thing: Ruby's glasses are so cool!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-23T16:20:00.000-07:00

Hello and Happy Tuesday! I'm joining in on the fun today at Hambo Hoedown's Challenge 29 ~ What's the Score? This lovely geranium is the image of the week, and it reminds me of my Mom, she sure did love them in the summertime. I also used the sketch from Mojo Monday 205.

Digital Image: Hambo Stamps
Other Stuff: Markers, score tool, scallop/zig-zag scissor, round scallop punch, crochet thread, brad.
My Favorite Thing: My Mom's geranium!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-22T18:16:00.000-07:00

I've just got a couple of boy cards for ya...and I'm too tired to make something cute with the scraps right now! It's so freakin' hot here, it's zapping all of my creative energy!

Happy Monday!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-20T14:51:00.000-07:00

Today, since I'm lazy, I used a pre-colored image. I'm joining in on the challenge at The Sweet Stop #122 which is not only the sketch, but to add fibers as well. Happy Saturday!

Digital Image: SJ's Little Musings
Digital Sentiment: Inktegrity
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: Yarn & Thread Stack - The Paper Studio
Other Stuff: Scallop scissor, nesties, flower, yarn, button.
My Favorite Thing: The yarn paper.

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-19T16:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday!!!!!!!!!!

Digital Image: Broken Box Stock (freebie)
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV's Citrus Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, flower punch, flowers and pearls
My Favorite Thing: It's Friday!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-18T05:00:00.002-07:00

A soft and sweet little gal for you today, made using the Mojo Monday Sketch 204, and of course I had to add the dragonfly since she's clearly looking at something beautiful!

Since I had these papers out, I made a boy birthday card while I was at it:

Digital Image: Bee Crafty
Cardstock: Random sunflower-y color that I have a lot of!
Papers: DCWV's Cafe Mediterranean Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbons, corner rounder, corner punch, nestie, dragonfly punch, paper crimper, brads, and pearls.
My Favorite Thing: Her orange boots!

Peace, Luv and Happy Friday-Eve!

2011-08-17T00:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Sweet Sketch Wednesday #115-64! Our sponsor this week is none other than Digi Stamp Boutique, who so generously sponsors us each month! Thanks Sally Ann!

If you join us this week, you could win 6 digital images of your choice! If you need some inspiration, look no further than our SSW Blog this week to see what the rest of the Design Team Diva's have created!

Digital Image:
Digi Stamp Boutique ~ Birthday Beau

Digital Sentiment: Pink Cat Studio ~ Free Sentiments Page

Cardstock: Bazzill and CTMH

Papers: DCWV's All Dressed Up Stack

Other Stuff: Markers, scallop scissor, ticket corner punch, flower punch, brad, rhinestones and a Prisma flower.

My Favorite Thing: Beau's outfit!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-16T05:00:00.002-07:00

Trick or Treat! My favorite holiday will be here very soon, so here's creation #1 for this year! This is for two challenges; Sunday Sketch & Stamp #68 - Sketch, and Pollycraft #106 - Add distressing. Have a great day!

Digital Image: Pollycraft
Cardstock: Bazzill and Stampin' Up
Papers: Heidi Grace
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, star punc, lace, rhinestones.
My Favorite Thing: The kitty is walking on top of pumpkins!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-15T06:00:00.002-07:00

Cute little critter, right? This one is for a couple challenges; the Meljen's Challenge #71 this week, which is to add a little black to your creation...easy peasy...and also Paper Sundaes #82, which is ...Just saying Hi!

Digital Image: Meljen's
Cardstock: Random mustard
Papers: Basic Grey
Other Stuff: Markers, nesties, ribbon, buttons, pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: The dandelion!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-14T14:09:00.000-07:00

Hello! This card was made using The Sweet Stop's Sketch #121 and it went together magically fast! Great sketch and a fun image that I'm not sure that I've used before, or for a long time anyway. Hope your weekend is good!

Digital Image & Sentiment: Shirley's 2 Girls
Cardstock: Stampin' Up
Papers: DCWV's Whimsy Stack
Other Stuff: Markers, border punch, star punch, button.
My Favorite Thing: The puppy!

Peace & Luv,

2011-08-11T12:30:00.000-07:00

What a cute hedgehog right? This little ditty is for the Hambo Hoedown #28 this week, which is a sketch challenge. It was a little difficult using it on a square card, but I think it works alright. I also used one of their DT's sentiments too, cuz it made me laugh! Have a great day!

Digital Image: Hambo Stamps
Cardstock: Kraft
Papers: Close to My Heart (retired)
Other Stuff: Markers, ribbon, buttons, pearl, pop dots.
My Favorite Thing: It's a hedgehog - what's not to like?!!

Peace & Luv,