Summer Fun + A Recipe

Good morning!  We have a new challenge for you at Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight I chose the challenge and it is...Summer Fun + A Recipe...1 Image, 2 Patterned Papers, 3 Embellishments.  Sound Fun?  Good, I hope you will play along!

I combined this challenge with some others at Paper Playful...sometimes it's fun to see how many challenges you can incorporate!  I used one of Faith's adorable Birdbrains and colored her up in a bright, cheery summer palette.  Of course, I've used some glitter to enhance the image!  I've embellished with a sparkly sun and some clouds, plus the 3 buttons.  Here's a close-up:

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Inner Tube Birdbrain" Digital Set
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, PTI Harvest Gold CS, SU! Pacific Point CS, Doodlebug Sugar Coated CS, Echo Park Patterned Papers
Embellies: Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter, Doodlebug Glitter (yellow), PTI Buttons/DMC Floss
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Paper Smooches Dies (clouds), The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (waves), Spellbinders Nestabilities, EK Success Punches (sun, circle), Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the Ruby's Rainbow DT creations here, along with the challenge details.  We hope you will play along!

Also, here is a bit of midweek inspiration from From the Heart Stamps!  There is still time to play along with this week's Sketch Challenge:

Challenges entered:

A Snowflake's Promise: Summer Time
Come and Get It: Checks or Stripes
Crafting With Dragonflies: Summer Fun
Crafty Friends: #36 Use Your Dies
Just Add Ink: Sketch #320

Pile It On: Use Your Favorite Colors (brights)
The Crazy Challenge: Summer Fun
Use Your Stuff: Die Cuts and/or Punches

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Winter blessings, my friend!

Good morning!  I have a card to share using this week's From the Heart Stamps sketch.  The twist this week is to "Make a Shaped Card"...you can use the sketch, the twist, or both!  Here's the sketch:

Since we still have a lot of snow around here I went with a snowman, but I used Spring-ish colors because hopefully Spring will soon be here!  The image is colored with pencils and I've added a touch of glitter to the "snow".  I've embellished with a sentiment banner and snowflake.  Here's a detail shot:

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Winter Friends" Digital Set
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, PTI Blueberry Sky CS, Doodlebug Patterned Paper, Doodlebug Lily White Sugar Coated CS
Embellies: Art Glitter in Polar Bear, Doodlebug Sprinkles in Lily White Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Corner Chomper, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflakes)

Please check out the rest of the teams inspiration cards here.  Remember, there is still time to splay along with the sketch; challenge details here.

Challenges entered:

A Snowflake's Promise: Anything Goes with a Winter or Christmas Theme
Aud Sentiments: Cute + A Sentiment
Brown Sugar: Anything Goes

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Flurry of Wishes

Good morning!  It's Monday so that means we have a new sketch (and twist) for you at From the Heart Stamps...here it is:

I had to use one of Faith's newest images...Flurry!  (It is so appropriate for the weather we are getting here.  For the last 4 weeks we have had snow or blizzards at the beginning of the week...thankfully it was just snow on Sunday, I think it will be okay getting to work Monday.)  I think this is one of the cutest snowmen ever!  I've colored it with pencils and added just a touch of glitter to his heart.  I kept it clean and simple with minimal layering, and added some paper piercing and brads for interest, along with a die cut snowflake.  Here's a close-up:

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Flurry" Digital Set
Ink: Printer, Signo Black Gel Pen
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, PTI Stamper's Select CS, SU! Baja Breeze CS, Doodlebug Sugar Coated CS, Echo Park Patterned Paper
Embellies: Art Glitter in "Polar Bear", Recollections Mini Brads, Spare Parts Brad
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Corner Chomper, The Cat's Pajamas Die (snowflakes), Lasting Impressions Piercing Template/Piercing Tool

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  We hope you will play along!

Challenges entered:

A Snowflake's Promise: Anything Goes with a Winter or Christmas Theme
Sweet Stampin': Clean and Simple

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Sketch Saturday #395

Good morning sketch fans!  We have a new sketch for you, along with a new sponsor...Bunny Zoe's Crafts.  Here's the sketch:

I really love this one, even though I made some modifications.  I had to turn it into a square because of the image size, then I didn't have room for the banners on the bottom.  Ugh!  Hopefully you can still see the "bones" of the sketch!

We are in the midst of a cold snap here, so I went with a fun, winter image from The Cat's Pajamas.  I've colored the ewe with pencils and paper pieced her scarf and pockets.  The papers have been in my stash a long time and I like that the burgundy paper has a nice "knit" like texture to it.  I've embellished with snowflakes accented with Swarovski flatback crystals.

Here's a close-up of the snowflakes and paper piecing detail:

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Signo Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, Fine Linen, and Scarlet Jewel, Fancy Pants Designs Patterned Paper
Embellies: "Light Colorado Topaz" Swarovski Flatback Crystals
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas Die (Snowflakes), Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  I hope you will give the sketch a try!

Challenges entered:

Crafty Sentiments: Baby It's Cold Outside
Craft Your Passion: Anything Goes
Mod Squad Challenge: Friendship
The Cat's Pajamas: Anything Goes

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Joy in Jesus

Good morning!  We have a new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps, along with a twist...Use Heat Embossing.  Here's the sketch:

I used one of Faith's cute snowmen and made a Christmas card for my stash.  I've colored the snowman with pencils and accented his hat and pocket with white glitter, along with adding glitter to his body, the stars, and the word "Joy".  Instead of a sentiment panel, I've printed the sentiment on the patterned paper; it's pretty easy to do, just measure carefully!  I put the banner behind the image and embellished with die cut snowflakes and buttons.  (In real life the buttons are a perfect match with the purple paper.  Does anyone know why the color of the buttons is "off" in the photograph?  Ugh...so frustrating!  This happens to me sometimes...not sure why.)

Image/Sentiment: From the Heart Stamps "Joy Snowman" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, Gina K. Pure Luxury CS, SU! Purple CS (retired), Bo Bunny Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Carrara Marble" and "Sugar Cube" Glitters, PTI Buttons/DMC Floss
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, The Cats Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflakes), Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  I hope you will play along...it really is a fun sketch!

Challenges entered:

Aud Sentiments Challenge: Anything Goes + a Sentiment
The Paper Players: Tic Tac Toe (upper left diaganolly to bottom right...snowflake, sparkle or shine, punch or die cut)

Thanks for stopping by!

Angelaa

Happy Valentine's Day

Good morning and Happy Valentine's Day!  Since it's Saturday we have a great, new sketch for you from Sketch Saturday; our sponsor for this challenge is Simon Says Stamp!

I really couldn't resist making a Valentine card for this challenge (sadly, I didn't get many made this year); I pulled out an adorable image from The Cat's Pajamas and paired it with a trio of papers from my stash.  The bunny is colored with pencils and accented with glitter; for embellishment, I've added some sparkly clouds and hearts.  This one was really fun to make...pearlized and foil paper, plus lots of glitter...it really shimmers and sparkles!

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper" PTI Vintage Cream, SU! Blushing Bride, KI Memories Patterned Paper, Doodlebug Sugar Coated CS (white, brown)
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" and "Carrara Marble" Glitters
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas Cloud and Heart CutUps Dies, SU! Oval Punch, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the Saturday Girls' creations here, along with the challenge details.  We do hope you will play along for the chance to win the prize from Simon Says Stamp!

Challenges entered:

Chocolate, Coffee, and Cards: Love is in the Air
Creative Card Crew: Glitter
Fussy and Fancy: It's All About Love
Incy Wincy Designs: Use a Punch or Die Cut
In the Pink: Love is in the Air
Opus Gluei: Be My Valentine!
The Cat's Pajamas: Anything Goes
Tuesday Throwdown: Love is in the Air

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Sketch Saturday

Hey there!  We have a great, new sketch for you this week at Sketch Saturday; our sponsor for the week is Bunny Zoe's Crafts.  Here is the sketch:

When I made my card for today, I was looking ahead to spring and incorporated The Cat's Pajamas Inspiration Challenge.  The adorable bunny is colored with pencils, his eyes are dotted with a black gel pen, and I've added a touch of yellow glitter to the flowers in his basket.  I had fun mixing the patterned papers with this one!  For embellishing I've added some clouds and a sun...I've put my dies to work.  I also did some subtle distressing.

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen

Paper: PTI Stamper's Select and Harvest Gold, SU! Night of Navy, Doodlebug Sugar Coated CS, Jillibean Soup and October Afternoon Patterned Papers

Embellies: Martha Stewart "Lemon Drop" Glitter

Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, SU! Modern Label Punch, The Cat's Pajamas Cloud Die, Foam Tape

Challenges entered:

4 Crafty Chicks: Flowers

Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog: Anything Goes

My Time to Craft Challenge Blog: Love is All Around

Paperminutes: Flower Power

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here...I hope they will inspire you to play along for the chance to win a prize from Bunny Zoe's Crafts!

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Sketch Saturday

Good Saturday morning!  We have a new sketch for you at Sketch Saturday, along with Simon Says Stamp for a sponsor.  Check out the awesome sketch from Debra:

I love this sketch, it was perfect to showcase my tiny DeNami chick image!  (Love DeNami's adorable chicks!!!)  I made this card for a co-worker who just retired...her favorite color is yellow so this Nurse Chick was the perfect image.  She is colored with pencils...how do you like her red clogs?  She is very trendy!  LOL  I did some simple layering and kept the pattern small so that it didn't overpower the chick; I've embellished simply with some grosgrain ribbon.

Just a word about the retiree....  Mary Ellen put in more than 40 years as a staff nurse...that is simply amazing!  She is awesome and will truly be missed...I better stop, I am getting teary-eyed....  To sum it up...Congratulations Mary Ellen for a job expertly done and Best Wishes for your retirement!

Image: Denami
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select and Harvest Gold, SU! Dark Red (not sure of color), Jillibean Soup Patterned Paper
Embellie: Grosgrain Ribbon (a small scrap from my stash)
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, The Cat's Pajama's CutUp Die (leaves), Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  Play along for a chance to win an awesome prize from Simon Says Stamp!

Challenges entered:

Clear It Out: Anything Goes (stash items: patterned paper and scrap of ribbon)
Creative Moments: Anything Goes/New Beginnings (new beginnings-retirement card)
Top Tip Tuesday: Keep it Simple

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Bundled Up With Warm Wishes

Good morning!  The Ruby's Rainbow team is back from holiday break and we have a fun challenge for you....  For this fortnight, Caz has chosen our challenge and she would like to see what Santa brought you...that's right, use your Christmas goodies on your project!

I must confess that Santa did not bring me anything, but I did do a bit of shopping myself....  The Cat's Pajamas had a sale after Thanksgiving and I treated myself to a small order.  The adorable sheep are colored with pencils and I've used patterned paper and bling that have been in my stash for years.  (It sure feels good to use up old goodies!)  The sketch is from Retro Sketches.

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Vintage Cream and Dark Chocolate, Imaginisce Patterned Paper
Embellies: MAMBI Bling
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflake)

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  We do hope you will play along!

Challenges entered:

Clear It Out: Anything Goes (stash items: patterned paper and bling)
Crafts For Eternity: Hot Chocolate (patterned paper)
Crafty Boots: Out With the Old, In With the New (new stamp set)
Paper Minutes: Snowflakes (no Christmas)
Retro Sketches: Sketch #147
Sweet Stampin': New (stamp set)

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Changito Snow

Good morning!  It's time for a new challenge from Ruby's Rainbow; it was my turn to pick the challenge for this fortnight and it's a Recipe Challenge: 1 Critter, 2 Patterned Papers, and 3 Embellishments (Example: 3 brads, 3 buttons, 3 flowers, etc.).  Sounds fun, right?!

For my critter, I had to go with Changito...he's my all-time favorite!  The image is colored with pencils and I've accented the snow with glitter.  I pulled out some bright and cheery papers from my stash and embellished with 3 snowflakes and a smattering of pearls.  I used the sketch from The Sketch File, minus the sentiment...I couldn't seem to make it work.  (Hmmm, why do I always have trouble with sentiments?)

Image: Stampendous "Changito Snow Play" Set
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, SU! Baja Breeze and Tangerine Tango, My Mind's Eye Patterned Paper
Embellies: Art Glitter in "Polar Bear", Doodlebug Pearls
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflakes), Corner Chomper

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here...we would love to have you play along!

***This will be our last challenge for the year; we will be back on January 7, 2015.  See you then!***

Challenges entered:

Addicted to Stamps: Snowflakes
Artistic Inspirations: Anything Goes or Snow
Incy Wincy Designs: Snowy Days
Opus Gluei: Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow
Papertake Weekly: Paper Play (make your own embellishments) 
The Sketch File: December Sketch

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Have a Merry Little Christmas

Good morning!  It's Monday so that means we have a new Sketch Challenge for you at From the Heart Stamps...it's a really fun one!  Here it is:

I decided to go with the twist too...it was fun since I don't usually decorate the inside of my cards.  I kept it clean and simple and mimicked the front of the card.

The image is colored with pencils and I've added a bit of glitter to the snow/snowflakes.  I thought the sentiment would be perfect in the empty space at the bottom right so I printed it on the card front.  I've embellished simply with die cut snowflakes.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Winter Friends" July 2014 Stamp of the Month
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110. PTI Stamper's Select and Pure Poppy CS, Doodlebug Patterned Paper, Doodlebug Lily White Sugar Coated CS
Embellie: Art Glitter in "Polar Bear"
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflakes, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's cards here.  We would love to have you play along...use the sketch with or without the twist,and the inspiration photo/colors if you would like.  So many options!  Remember to use your From the Heart Stamps images; you will also earn $1 to spend in Faith's store!

Challenges entered:

C.R.A.F.T.: Christmas
Crafty Catz: Christmas is Coming
Cute Card Thursday: Red and Green
Polkadoodles: Clean and Simple
Robyn's Fetish: Things with Wings

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Merry Christmoose!

Good morning!  It's time for a new challenge from the ladies at Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight Helen has chosen our challenge and she would like to see "Non-traditional Christmas".  Sounds fun!

I went with a fun image from Bugaboo and paired it with the sketch from CAS(E) This Sketch.  This one was fun to make...a little coloring, some glitter, snowflakes, and beads!

Image: Bugaboo "Make it Snappy-Christmas Moose 2" Digital Image
Ink: Printer, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Stamper's Select and Pure Poppy, American Crafts Patterned Paper
Embellies: Art Glitter in "Polar Bear", Alphabet Beads/Black Beads(Hobby Lobby)/DMC Floss
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (snowflakes), Foam Tape 

Please check out the rest of the DT's projects here...we'd love to have you play along!

Challenges entered:

CAS(E) This Sketch!: Sketch
Cutie Pie Challenge: Festive Furry Friends
Digi Choosday Challenge: CAS
Dream Valley Challenges: Getting Ready for Christmas

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Have a Fun{TACHE}Tic Day

Good morning!  It's Tuesday, so we have a new sketch for you at Tuesday Morning Sketches...it's also a Judged Challenge...the added twist is "Masculine".  Our very own Debbie is our sponsor this week!  Here's the sketch:

I love mustaches and this challenge was the perfect reason to break out a fun stamp set and die from The Cat's Pajamas!  I found the perfect patterned papers in my stash and for embellishing I've added mesh, twine, and brads...this was a fun one to put together!

Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas 
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
Paper: CS from SU! (retired), The Paper Studio Patterned Paper
Embellies: Spare Parts Brads, Black Mesh (stash), PTI Twine
Extras: The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Mustache Die, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's masculine creations here, along with the challenge details.  We do hope you will play along!

Challenges entered:

Craft Your Passion: Father's Day/For the Boys
Make My Monday: Male Themed
That Craft Place: Men

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

i {heart} ewe

Good morning!  We have a new challenge for you at Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight Helen N. has chosen our challenge and she would like to see "Spots and Stripes"...what a great combo, I love it!

I used an adorable set from The Cat's Pajamas...aren't those sheep too darn cute?  They are colored with pencils and I've accented their hearts with glitter.  I had some tiny, pink acrylic flower embellishments in my stash that I had never opened...it turned out to be perfect for the flower the ewe was holding; I added a Swarovski crystal for a bit of extra sparkle.  The papers are sponged and I've added a flourish and sentiment to complete the card.

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, PTI Smokey Shadow, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, SU! Basic Grey, Basic Grey DP
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Candy Apple" Glitter, Stamping Bella Flower Embellishment/Swarovski Flatback Crystal in "Topaz"
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, The Cat's Pajamas Heart Swirl CutUps Die, Foam Tape

You can check out the rest of the DT's creations HERE, along with the challenge details...we hope you will play along!

I am also entering my card in the following challenges:

A Gem of a Challenge: All You Need is Love
Animal Friends Challenge: Dots
Chocolate, Coffee, and Cards: Sketch
Cutie Pie: My Cutie Valentine
Oldie But a Goodie: Valentine (My oldies are: Basic Grey DP and pink flower embellie.)
Perfectly Rustics: Show the Love 
That Craft Place: Valentine/Love

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Frosty the Snowman

Good morning!  The ladies at Ruby's Rainbow have a new challenge; for this fortnight, Shaz has chosen "Film or Song Title" for our theme.  Bet you know what I picked, right?

That's right, "Frosty the Snowman"!  I have used some of the contents from a card kit sent to me by my Secret Sister, Jessica.  Isn't the snowman image darling?  I couldn't resist using him for this challenge!  Also, if you look carefully, you will see the music on the DP.  The image is colored with pencils and I've accented it with 2 kinds of glitter along with a black gel pen.  The sketch is from Sketch Saturday; I've used a die from The Cat's Pajamas, a bit of vellum, some twill, and mini brads for embellishing.

Image: MFT Pure Innocence Happy Heart Snowman
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select and Pure Poppy, SU! Buckeroo Blue, Unknown DP, The Paper Studio Vellum
Embellies: Art Glitter in "Angel Dust", Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter, Spare Parts Brads, PTI Pure Poppy Twill
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas Snowflake Lace Paper Die, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, EK Success 3D Dots

You can check out the rest of the DT's creations here; we do hope you will play along!

I am also entering my card in the following challenges:

A Gem of a Challenge: Something New (new stamp set)
Fan-tastic Tuesday: Anything Goes (must be square)
Shopping Our Stash: Use Something New (new stamp set)
Tuesday Throwdown: Snowman Fun

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

CAS Baby Girl

Good morning!  It's time for another challenge from Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight, Susie has chosen our challenge and it is "Baby".  Great challenge...I love making baby cards!

For this card, I went girly, but not too much...just small touches of pink.  The chick family is colored with pencils and accented with glitter.  I've embellished with a button/crystal combo and a banner.

Image: Stampendous
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, Dark Chocolate, and Kraft, Doodlebug DP
Embellies: PTI Button, Swarovski Flatback Crystal in "Rose"
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Die (banner), The Paper Studio Sticky Doos

I hope you will check out the DT's baby cards here.  What will you whip up for a little bundle of joy?

I am entering my card in the following challenges:

Ladybug Crafts Ink: Oh Baby!
Stamps & Fun = Creativity: CAS
The Squirrel and the Fox: Here Come the Girls

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Poppy

Good morning!  I have a card to share for our new challenge at Creative Card Crew; our sponsor is Delicious Doodles and we would like to see you use punches or dies on your card.  The image I'm using is called Poppy, isn't she beautiful?  I love her ethereal look.  Thank you to Delicious Doodles!

Poppy is colored with pencils and mounted on Spellbinders die cuts.  I found the "perfect" paper in my stash and went with a simple sketch to let the image shine; embellishments include some die cut banners and brads.  The papers are also lightly distressed.

Image: Delicious Doodles
Ink: Printer
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select and True Black, SU! Marina Mist, and Christy Tomlinson Design DP
Embellies: Spare Parts Brads
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Banner Die, The Paper Studio Sticky Doos

Please take a peek at the DT's inspiration...maybe even leave them a little love for their efforts.  How about getting out your punches and dies and playing along?

I am entering my card in the following challenges:

A Die For a Sketch: Sketch and Use a Die
Crafting When We Can: Punches and/or Die Cuts
Pause, Dream, Enjoy Challenges: Use Foam Tape

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Wee Henry Bunny

Good morning!  I thought I'd play along with the Hambo Hoedown "Totally Embellished" challenge this week...use your favorite embellishment.  I love glitter (bunny tail) and bling, so I went with those.  I CASE'd a darling sketch from Jen del Muro...it was so cute, it inspired me!

Image: Hambo Stamps
Ink: Printer, Sakura Black Gel Pen, SU! Black Marker
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, New Leaf, and Dark Chocolate, Doodlebug DP
Embellies: MAMBI Bling, Martha Stewart "Carrara Marble" Glitter, PTI Buttons
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, The Cat's Pajamas CutUps Dies (border and grass), QuicKutz Die (notebook page)

I am also entering my card in the following challenges:

2 Sisters: Easter/Spring
Crafts 4 Eternity: Egg-cellent Easter
My Sheri Crafts: Easter
Raise the Bar: Spring is Just a "Hop" Away

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

I Simply Adore You

Good morning!  Our Forever Friends challenge this month is "Flowers"...we would like to see you use lots of them!  We have switched things up a bit; we will be having half the team post at the beginning of the month and half the team post midway through.  There's still time to play along, so I hope you will...we have some great prizes!

Digi Stamp Characters will sponsor the prize for the randomly drawn winner.  Click here to see Heather Ellis' images; the lucky winner will get to pick 3 images!

Whoopsi Daisy Digis will sponsor the prize for the Forever Friends Favorite.  Click here to see the images; the lucky winner will get to pick 4 sheets!  Remember: To win in this category, you must use a Forever Friends image.

I couldn't resist Heather's darling image...I did a bit of coloring and paper piecing, then added some tiny pearls to her hat and shoe.  The sketch from Sketch N Stash...I knew I had to try it when I saw it!  I did

flip the image panel to make the image fit; I distressed my papers and added a rosette, felt flower, ribbon, and pearls for embellishments.  The sentiment is from MFT.

Image: Heather Ellis
Sentiment: MFT
Ink: Printer, Memento Tuxedo Black
Paper: PTI Stamper's Select and Harvest Gold, SU! Ruby Red, Simple Stories DP
Embellies: The Paper Studio Pearls, PTI Harvest Gold Saddle-Stitched Ribbon, Handmade Felt Flower 
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, MFT Die-namics Dies (Royal Rose, Upsey Daisies (leaves), banner), The Cat's Pajamas Easy Rosette CutUps Die, The Paper Studio Sticky Doos

I am also entering my card in the following challenges:

A Gem of a Challenge: Floral Frenzy
Bunny Zoe's Crafts March Challenge: Girly
Celebrate the Occasion: Spring is in the Air
Crafting For All Seasons: Spring into Spring
Creative Moments: Add a Sentiment (I rarely do this!)
Deep Ocean Challenge: Cute and Cuddly
Digi Makeover Challenge: Easter or Spring
Fab 'n' Funky: Add a Sentiment
Freshly Brewed Designs: Paper Piecing and/or Accordion Fold (Woo hoo...I did both!)
Oldie But a Goodie: Feeling Floral (Items at least 6 months old: DP, Rosette Die)
Opus Gluei: Spring Has Sprung
Ribbon Carousel: Spring is in the Air
Sketch N Stash: Sketch

Don't forget that there is still time to enter the Forever Friends Candy Giveaway for March...click here to enter!

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

I Love Mew!

I was able to squeeze in the SCS Sketch Challenge Wednesday...between laundry, grocery shopping, a trip to the vet, driving the "Mom Taxi", and a sick hubby.  You all know how it is, right?!  LOL  I thought it was a cool sketch, so I wanted to give it a try.  I broke out Sprinkle and went with a Valentine theme.  My papers are distressed and I have embellished with some heart diecuts. glitter, a button, and Swarovski flatbacks.

Image/Sentiment: The Cat's Pajamas
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, SU! Black Marker
Paper: PTI Vintage Cream, Spring Rain, and Pure Poppy, Pinecone Press DP
Embellies: Martha Stewart Glitter in "Candy Apple", PTI Spring Rain Button, Swarovski Flatback Crystals
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, TCP CutUps Die, The Paper Studio Sticky Doos

I am entering my card in the following challenges:

Cards and More: Use a Die
Craft Room Challenge: Valentines
Little Red Wagon: Bring on the Bling
Loves Rubberstamps: Use a Die or Punch
Party Time Tuesdays: Sparkle, Glitter, and Shine
Stamp and Create: Love

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela