Today this is a card that you could say….a card for many reasons…a card for many seasons…I say – one fun, versatile and special card that is truly SUPER easy to make!
Do you remember when I shared with you some swap cards from Atlanta …well this is where the inspiration came from, I just "changed it up" to make is a bit different! I call it a KEEPER!
Water Coloring…coloring….is so on trend and it is nothing short of sheer FUN….WHY? Easy = it shows an expression of you…it leaves a "feel good"of accomplishment and the lucky recipient will be smiling from ear to ear so I do hope that you "push out of your comfort zone" and give it a try!
Today I did use the Aqua Painters and it was super simple to use the lighter color first on the leaves (pear pizzazz) and then added the deeper shade (old olive)…it is so fun to do and then with the flowers…the same…first I used the Wisteria Wonder and then added the deeper shade of Perfect Plum!
To make this beautiful floral spray of flowers pop even more, I used the Sahara Sand ink with the Aqua Painter and did a quick swipe all around! This does the trick..I love Sahara Sand as it always seem to "do the job"
I chose to use the watercolor paper as the mat for the front of the card (usually I just use it for the image) as I like the texture is gives and then…here comes the true beauty of this card –
As the title of this posts says…a card for many reasons….the sentiment! I adore this font…and it is from the must have A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set but just think, you could easily use it with many different sentiments for many different themed cards.
I just could not resist, I needed to add these teeny tiny pearls – a fun touch that still is clean and classic. The other touch that I did was a simple scoring…just love that tough!
Well….thoughts??? I think that this is a great card and one that would be super fun to change up the colors but the thing that I think is the best is, it is super clean, classic and very simple to make!
I think that I am going to showcase this card in classes as I know that once people have an simple aqua painter in their hands…a paper towel handy to pick up extra moisture and I know that there will be some happy and proud faces!
There are 2 things about tomorrow….1 – I have a super fun Christmas Card for you and 2 – it is the LAST DAYfor you to take advantage of the 15% discount on all stamp sets…..
Remember, here is the scoop…
I hope that we can "stick" together….so - anyone that places an order of $35.00 thru the 23rdI will send you a pack of Stampin' Dimensionals as a thank you!
If you place an order of $75.00 or more by the 23rd – I will send you both….the stampin' dimensions and also a roll of the Tear n Tape…..WOWZERS – we will REALLY be sticking together! (we always need adhesives)
Please use the hostess code of 2PJK3KQQ to take advantage of this offer!
Hit that SHOP NOW button and shop away! Until tomorrow ~ it is a Christmas cutie!!!
O.k. – I can not carry a tune worth a hoot but if I could I would sing to Brian King….
"I get by with a little help from my friends!"
WHY? – When I went to Atlanta for World Card Making Day, Brian showed us how to turn a Paper Pumpkin Box into a super great box that works for not only shipping, but it is great to put a special "handmade" gift in!
When I sat there watching him do this all I could think of was my wonderful Mom….she would have said, "Why did I not think of that"
This is another great example of the simple things can make us smile! I just LOVE this tip as I have many, many of these boxes and kept them as I thought – "I just can't throw them away"
It is so simple….open it up and reverse the fold….that is it!
I hope that this TIP and TRICK made you smile! I just get so "tickled" when I learn things like this!
Now to (3) pictures of extra cards I made with the remainder of this months Paper Pumpkin! Please click here to see the scoop from yesterday! Darn I hope that they come out with refills….I just think it is so fun!
I think that I know you all well enough, you are going to like, really like tomorrows post! It is a very versatile card that with a QUICK change of a sentiment….a new card!
Don't forget….
and also….
Remember the special – I hope that we can "stick" together…..for anyone that places an order of $35.00 thru the 23rdI will send you a pack of Stampin' Dimensionals as a thank you!
If you place an order of $75.00 or more by the 23rd – I will send you both….the stampin' dimensions and also a roll of the Tear n Tape…..WOWZERS – we will REALLY be sticking together! (we always need adhesives)
Please use the hostess code of 2PJK3KQQto take advantage of this offer!
Hit that SHOP NOW button and shop away! Until tomorrow!
I do admit…there is a huge smile on my face when our mailbox has a special package in it! I am talking about the Paper Pumpkin! I am still amazed at how far this program has come with Stampin' Up! as I can remember it from the start…and trust me, it should have this…
"You've come a long way baby"
You all know that I ADOREDlast months kit and I purchased a bunch more refills (a perk for just PaperPumpkin Subscribers) and I am really...really hoping that they will offer the refill for this months as well!
Grab a cup of coffee…hit the start button for this super short video and you can see first hand the FUN it is! Silly Susan…you can see that I stamped the wrong sentiment on one of the banners but it worked out just fine!
The stamp set is OVER THE TOP…the font – WOWZERS!!! I will use this stamp set with many stamp sets we have – it is just stellar!
I am quickly going to go over how this program works and then share with you the cards I made!.
Please feel free to email me if you need any clarification about the program but I think with the monthly previews that I showcase with you…you really cannot lose…as the saying goes…
Try it, you might like it!
It costs $19.95 per month (this includes shipping)
You can stop at anytime.
You can skip a month if you want.
You can rejoin if you were a past (PPP – Paper Pumpkin Person)
With your subscription, you will be able to purchase past kits and refills (this is a great perk)
This also makes a SUPER gift as you can purchase subscriptions….(see in scrolling store below, this would be a fun and creative gift to give for the upcoming holidays)
How do you give it a whirl…simple, click here and sign up! For just $19.95 you really cannot go wrong and if it is not for you….no worries, just cancel it before the 10th of the next month – that's it! The best advice I would give you is…just try it for a month…go for it!
Look what I made…..FUN…right?
I say adorable…fun & fresh!
It is such a treat to have a project to work on and not have to think of a thing…cut a thing…think of what stamp set to use (as each month your kit comes with an exclusive stamp set) ….pull out my ink (aseach month comes with an adorable "ink spot") ...it is just great to have "me time" and not have to think!
Time to switch – today is TUESDAY – YIPPEE SKIPPEE as this means a new batch of weekly deals…Click here to see the offerings this week and then don't forget…one day has already past for the HUGE STAMPSALE this week!
Please pop back tomorrow (I think you'll like it) as I am calling it…
There is no better way to start the week than with a simple and sweet card and when it is also SUPERDE-DUPER EASY, well ~ that is the icing on the cake that we all love! I had something different planned for today but no worries, you will see it tomorrow!
Starting today…is a special sale that Stampin' Up! is offering and one that you will want to not miss out on, all stamps are 15% off!
I know that we are "knee deep" into the Holiday catalog but as I said before last week, I feel like the annual catalog needs some love!
Today I wanted to showcase a stamp set,Watercolor Words and if you do not have this….EASY = you NEEDit. This is a fantastic stamp that is just PLAIN FUN to work with!
One of the main reasons that I adore this stamp set is the fact that you can use so many variety of color combinations that "just work" and make you look like a pro! (well we both know you are)!
You can see that using a bold and fun color makes the POP happen in an instant but the FUN is the DSP, It is Everyday Chic and I love the sheer classiness of a great Black and White print.
Using the brush tip of the end of the Watermelon Wonder Market was all I did to make this paper have a bit of pizazz…so fast, so easy, so effective!
One thing that I think that we all have in common is a struggle with "TIME" – there is no reason why you cannot whip up a simple card like this and I think that you can agree ~ it holds a BIG punch!
Carrying out the theme of the card, I cut a 1/4" strip of the FUN Watermelon Wonder and then added the DSP. Have fun with the markers and color here and there to create the fun effect!
Having a simple card is o.k. – I thnk that many of us feel guilty by being able to get a card completed in a jif. By now you know that I gravitate to the clean and simple style….WHY???? I like it…it works ….and it is my style!
Thanks for popping in today and I have a GREAT line up of posts for you this week! I spent yesterday doing the whole weeks posts! You will be smiling (well, I hope so)
I have not given you an "Eddie Update" lately….here is a picture of him last night! I hope that you can see that he looks HAPPY, has GAINED weight….and is touching all of our hearts…..he is amazing and we are still living the motto….
Whatever Eddie wants….Eddie gets!
He is so special to us and he has become "special" to many of you….I hope that he continues to do well and make it for another Thanksgiving….as then – he will eat like a king and be loved by the whole family! He is a true gift!
Have a fabulous day and I hope to see you back tomorrow!
I am sooo darn tootin' glad that so many of you enjoyed yesterdays card and I hope that I do not let you down today! (I do not think so as this one in the running for my holiday cards)!
I had a fabulous day yesterday and I thank you for you wishes….I did one thing that I love to do….cook! Guess what – Aunt Jean came to town for her 70th High School Reunion….is that the BEST or what!?!? I had my Dad, Aunt Jean and a fellow classmate of hers for dinner! It was a fun, memorable and truly a special evening!
Let's get to the card and you can see which one you liked better! Remember to click here if you missed yesterdays post to see the difference!
I always ask John and James which one is the Saturday card and which one is the Sunday card…..John guessed it right, James did not!
At first glance you might think I had it backwards but I think todays card just took some extra steps that made it super special!
The basic elements are the same – a 4 1/4" card with a layer just a 1/4" smaller, scored all the way around. What is different is the fact that I cut the center out in the Mossy Meadow and then "puzzled it together" – the below photo will show you the scoop!
I admit, I really like this card and it was super fun to make! I think that it is Christmas at it's best…I know that you are probably getting tired of me with the sentiments but what can I say – you just cannot go wrong with them – they are the best and oh so easy!
I think that the "WHITE" in this card makes a huge statement. You just can never go wrong with having lots of white as it lets the focal part POP. I also think that the Mossy Meadow "inside" give a great perception of depth!
The envelope paper is another great "bang for your buck" and it is super fun to work with – love the ease it is to use with the envelope punch board! I realize that this card will require some additional postage (as it is asquare card) but I think it is well worth it…..what do you think?
When you break this down, you could make many of these in steps! We have Parents Weekend next weekend with Hannah (our last one) and I think that I am going to stamp and cut out some wreaths so I can take my Aqua Painter, some inks and go to town!
Well as the saying goes…."That;s all Folks" – I hope that you have enjoyed the 2 day post and I hope that I have given you some insight on CASING a festive and classic card. Please do so…it is the BEST compliment I could receive.
Remember the special – I hope that we can "stick" together…..for anyone that places an order of $35.00 from today thru the 23rdI will send you a pack of Stampin' Dimensionals as a thank you!
If you place an order of $75.00 or more between today and the 23rd – I will send you both….the stampin' dimensions and also a roll of the Tear n Tape…..WOWZERS – we will REALLY be sticking together! (we always need adhesives)
Please use the hostess code of 2PJK3KQQ to take advantage of this offer!
Hit that SHOP NOW button and shop away! (With this SALE that Stampin' UP! is offering next week…..I say look at some goodies that you can take advantage of the 15% off – WOOT-WOOT – the best of both worlds)
Feel free to email me and a BIG thanks for popping in…..tomorrow I am doing the happy dance with what I am going to share with you….I hope that you will POP back……it's a keeper!
Good Morning! This is a super short post but one that I hope makes you smile as this is a super way to package cookies….goodies…..gifts etc – we offer many products to make crafting FUN!
I cannot tell you how darn cute these bags are and I love the fact that they are food safe and perfect for cookies or treats that "the butter goodness"might leave a mark! The best thing is that they are just $4.00 – here comes a big WOOT-WOOT!
You can see that I used the Vintage Leaves Bundle and YES – I would purchase this as a bundle as it also coordinates with the another stamp set, Lighthearted Leaves Photopolymer Stamp – this is another keeper!
I used the Lots Of Labels Framelits Dies in Cajun Craze and Very Vanilla to make background for the fun sentiment. This is from the Thankful Forest Friends Clear-Mount Stamp Set….this is a great sentiment and perfect for fall and Thanksgiving!
I have a confession, I broke down and bought the stapler and guess what – it is great! WHY? it slides WAY back which makes it great for many projects but the staples are soooo teeny-tiny – super cute!
I hope that this brought a smile to your face as much as it did mine! Remember…it's that little extra touch that makes the smiles bigger….and trust me, who ever receives it will be super thrilled!
Break it down into steps…to make the process easier. You will be amazed at how fast they go and the best part – it is a super easy project!
Did I make you hungry? Inside are some soft, chewy, yummy goodness of Ginger Cookies – one of my all time favorite for Fall!
You simply cannot go wrong with these bags….make sure that you tuck them in on your next order – they are great to have one hand…."just in case" – You'll be super happy that you did!
