Rainy Day Birdbrains

Good morning!  We have a fun new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps, along with the twist of "Make a Masculine Card"...you can use the sketch, the twist, or both!  Here's the sketch:

I went with one of my favorites...Birdbrains!  We have been having some really nice weather considering it's only March, but when I was writing this blog post we were getting precipitation of some sort.  It wasn't really snow, sleet, or hail...not sure what to call it...it was strange!  Whatever it is, the Birdbrains are prepared with their umbrella!  (Doesn't the yellow one just look...disgruntled?! LOL)  They are colored with pencils and I've added some glitter to their eyelids and tummies, along with the rain.  I've embellished with brads and some sparkly clouds and a sun.  I really love the patterned paper...little smiley clouds with colored raindrops...Doodlebug papers just make me happy!

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Rainy Day Birdbrains" Digital Set
Ink: Printer, Signo Black Gel Pen
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, PTI Stamper's Select and Orange Zest, Doodlebug Patterned Papers and Sugar Coated CS
Embellies: Spare Parts Brads, Martha Stewart Glitters (Blueberry Slush, Crystal Fine, and Lemon Drop)
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Lil' Inker Designs Cloud and Sun Dies, Foam Tape

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:

613 Avenue Create: Anything Goes w/ Optional Twist- Use a Bird
Brown Sugar: Spring
Come and Get It Challenges: Add Stitching Real or Faux (clouds and sun)
Crafty Friends: Anything Goes
Creative Knockouts: Spring is on the Way
Fussy and Fancy: Things with Wings

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

FTHS March Blog Hop...CASE It!

Good morning!  It's time for From the Heart Stamps March Blog Hop; our theme this month is "CASE It"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from Faith's store.  

If you have arrived from the From the Heart Stamps blog you are in the right place, if not why don't you start at the From the Heart Stamps blog so that you don't miss anything? 

This month we were challenged to CASE a card from our teammate...I am CASEing Ruth!  While the definition of CASE is to Copy and Share Everything, this was a challenge to create a card based on our teammate's style; instead of an exact replica, we were to use bits and pieces for inspiration.  As I looked through Ruth's FTHS creations I took note of her particular style...this is what I noted:

-Stitching

-Shaped cards

-Monochromatic

-Pearls

-Glitter

-Charms

-Vibrant coloring

-More cardstock, less patterned paper

What a fun challenge!  I was drawn to this, this, this, and this.  I love Ruth's use of white space and of course, the glitter!  I also have a huge stash of charms and thought it would be a great opportunity to use one.

The image is colored with pencils and doused with a liberal amount of glitter.  For embellishing I've cut 1/8" strips of Sookwang tape, applied them to the edges, and let the glitter fly!  Haha...not joking it was (is) everywhere!  I pulled out some twine and an Easter basket charm and...stopped myself from adding them!  With the glitter overload it just wasn't working on this card...I left if really clean and simple with lots of white space.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Easter Egg Birdbrains" Digital Set

Ink: Printer

Paper: PTI Stamper's Select

Embellie: Art Glitter in Polar Bear, Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter

Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Sookwang Tape

Now head on over to Brenda's blog to check out her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping along with us today; the hop will end on Monday, March 7th at 6:00 a.m. EST.  Winners will be posted on the From the Heart Stamps blog on Wednesday, March 9th.

Thank you for hopping along with us!

Angela

In My Heart Birdbrain

Good (late) morning!  I have a card to share using this week's From the Heart Stamps sketch, along with the twist to "Make it a Valentine".  It's a good one!  Here it is:

When I first looked at it, I thought I would make a clean and simple card....  Then I realized my image was too big, so I made it into a square.  Then I realized the pattern papers all blended together, so I matted them.  Does this ever happen to you?!  LOL  Oh well, I love the image (and the sparkly heart!) and I think the sketch is still recognizable so it's all good!

Image: From the Heart Stamps "In My Heart Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110 CS, SU! Baja Breeze CS, Pure Poppy CS, TPC Studio Patterned Papers
Embellie: Martha Stewart "Candy Apple" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Lil' Inker Designs Square Die, Spellbinders Heart Dies, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the sketch challenge details here.  There's still time to play along!

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

BOO!

Good morning!  We have a new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps; along with the sketch is an optional twist, this week it is "Keep it Flat" (mail friendly).  Check out the sketch:

I went with the twist; let me tell you, this card is flatter than a pancake!  LOL  No popped up layers or chunky embellies, only glitter!  The image is colored with pencils, accented with glitter, and layered on some papers from my stash.  This one is definitely "mail friendly"!

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birdbrain Jack-o-Lantern" Digital Image
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Pumpkin Pie, My Mind's Eye Patterned Paper
Ink: Printer
Embellie: Martha Stewart "Onyx" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities

I hope you will check out the rest of the DT's creations and give the sketch a try!

Alphabet Challenge Blog: "Q" is for Quick and Simple
Creatalicious Challenges: Halloween
Creative Corner Challenge: Boooooooo!
Dragonfly Journeys: It's the Great Pumpkin!

Challenges entered:

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

You're Spectacular

Good morning!  It's time for From the Heart Stamps October Blog Hop; our them this month is "Meet the Design Team"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT, plus interesting facts and tips!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from Faith's store.  Additionally, we have a "Scavenger Hunt" game with some prizes on the FTHS blog. 

If you have arrived from the From the Heart Stamps blog you are in the right place...I am first stop on the hop today!  We were to choose our favorite image and favorite technique for today's card.  While it is very hard to pick an overall "favorite" image, I went with the newest Birdbrain because it seems that each one that comes out is my new favorite!  My favorite techniques are Magic Pencil and using loose glitter.  Love the stuff...it just makes me happy!  It doesn't matter that gets everywhere...including my face...I just love the sparkly goodness!  Here's my card:

I thought of this fun patterned paper I had bought, but not yet used, when I saw this image...I knew it would be perfect!  I've colored the image with pencils and added red glitter and Swarovski flatbacks to the glasses, along with white glitter to her eyelids and spots on her tummy.  I used the sketch from Sweet Sketch Wednesday and modified it a bit; it's flipped, the center panel is tilted, and I've placed the center element to the left to better accommodate the sentiment.  I've embellished simply with some mesh and a button.  I love how bright and cheery this turned out...I think it will go to my daughter.

Image: FTHS "Spectacular Birdbrain" Digital Set (Fundraiser set, currently unavailable in store.)
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Summer Sun, PTI Dark Chocolate, Doodlebug Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart Glitter in "Cherry Popsicle" and "Sugar Cube", Swarovski Flatback Crystals in "Smokey Topaz", PTI Pure Poppy Button, DMC Floss, Brown Mesh
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Scor-Pal, Foam Tape

Here are some fun questions for the "Meet the Design Team" portion of the hop!

What is something about you that none of the other team members know?
I have "twin toes", meaning my 2nd and 3rd toes are almost completely conjoined on both feet.  Strange, but true!

*"Webbed toes is the common name for syndactyly affecting the feet.  It is characterised by the fusion of two or more digits of the feet.  This is normal in many birds, such as ducks; amphibians, such as frogs; and mammals, such as kangaroos.

Who is the last person you sent a card to?
A member of the Secret Sister Swap I'm in.

Describe your crafting space.
Cluttered!  I have a beautiful studio with skylights, but I prefer to use the dining room table since I can still be close to my family.  From time to time (usually when there is zero table space left) I tidy up but as soon as I make a card it is a mess again!

Why do you like to make handmade cards?
I like the sense of accomplishment when I finish (that is, if it turns out!)...it's a mini piece of art.

What is your best coloring tip?
Plan your card before you start; choose your papers and embellishments and color the image to coordinate.  Also, if it isn't turning out it's okay to throw it away...it's only paper!

What is a good tip for printing digital images?
Resize!  That is what is so awesome about digis...you can tailor them to your project, whatever the size may be.  If in doubt about the size, print it on a used piece of copy paper so you don't waste cardstock.

Now head on over to Brenda's blog to check out her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping along with us today; the hop will end on Monday, October 5th at 6:00 a.m.  Winners will be posted on the From the Heart Stamps blog on Wednesday, October 7th.

Challenges entered:

Clear it Out Challenge: Theme: Things With Wings Stash: Glitter (yay!)
Crafting With an Attitude: Anything Goes
Creative Knockouts: Lots of Layers 
Mod Squad Challenge: Anything With Wings
Southern Girls Challenge: Whimsical, Cute, and/or Fun 
Sweet Sketch Wednesday: Sketch

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Celebrate

Good morning!  It's time to celebrate with our From the Heart Stamps July Blog Hop; our theme this month is "Patriotic"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from the store.  In addition, one commentor on the From the Heart Stamps blog will win a $15 gift voucher to the store!  

If you have arrived from the From the Heart Stamps blog you are in the right place...I am first stop on the hop today!  I went with Birthday Suit Birdbrain...I thought the sentiments could also work for the 4th of July, plus you can color the dots on the egg to coordinate with any holiday!  I've used pencils for coloring and accented the image with glitter.  I've embellished simply with banners and the sentiment, 

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birthday Suit Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer, Sakura Black Gel Pen
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Hawaiian Shores and "Pure Poppy, Doodlbug Patterned Paper
Embellie: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities

Now head on over to Imke's blog to see her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping with us today; the hop will end on Monday, July 6th at 6:00 a.m. EST.  Winners will be posted, on the From the Heart Stamps blog, on Wednesday, July 8th. 

 Challenge entered: 

Cards in Envy: Red, White, AND BlueThe Paper Players: Sketch

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Birdbrain Balloon

Good morning!  I have a card to share using the newest From the Heart Stamps sketch...#113.  It is a fun sketch for sure, but I had a bit of trouble with the diamond panels...you should see all the "scraps" on my table!  LOL  I think perhaps, somehow, I was making it harder than it should have been....  (I should probably mention that I also spilled the bottle of Goo Gone all over the image as I was coloring it...I had to throw the whole sheet of images away...ugh!)  Here's the sketch:

I choose the adorable "Birdbrain Balloon"...I love coloring the Birdbrains!  (As I was coloring today, I realized I have a "thing" for chicks, chickens, etc.)  Of course I had to add a bit of glittery eye shadow...just because I can't resist!  I wanted the diamond panels to be subtle, so I used vellum and adhered it with mini brads.  I like how this one turned out!

Image: FTHS "Birdbrain Balloon" Digital Image

Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Melon Mambo, PTI Dark Chocolate, Bella Blvd. Patterned Paper, The Paper Studio Vellum
Embellies: Spare Parts Brads, Martha Stewart "Lemon Drop" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  This sketch will run through July 26th since the DT will be on "summer vacation".  We do hope you will play along with the sketch and come back for our Blog Hop on Friday!

Challenges entered:

Come and Get It Challenges: Cute Cards
Creative Corner: Happy Birthday

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

#OMGOSH

Good morning!  It's time for a new challenge from the ladies at Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight I got to choose the challenge.  I love when it's my turn!  I went with "Humor"...I hope you will pull out your funny images and play along!

I used this week's From the Heart Stamps Sketch #109 and a Birdbrain.  She is colored with pencils and of course I had to glitter up her eyelids and tummy...that is part of the fun!  I pulled out some fun birthday papers from my stash and went with one of my favorite color combos...yellow and pink.  I embellished simply with a button/twine.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Surprise Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Harvest Gold, SU! Melon Mambo, Doodlebug Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter, Button (stash), Devine Twine
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Foam Tape

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

There is still time to play along with this week's FTHS Sketch Challenge; check out the details here along with this week's inspirational post here.  Remember to use a FTHS image...you will receive $1 to spend in Faith's shop.

Challenges entered:

2 Cute Ink: For the Birds
AAA Cards: Birthday
Crafty Calendar: Things With Wings
Dream Valley Challenges: Things With Wings
Moving Along with the Times: Birds and Feathers
Sweet Stamps: Things With Wings

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

HB2U

Good morning!  I have a card to share using this week's From the Heart Stamps Sketch #108...here it is:

Great sketch!  I made an A2 card instead of a square though.  My Birdbrain is colored with pencils and accented with some glitter.  Don't you just love the expression on her face?  She looks how I feel when I have another birthday!  LOL  For embellishing, I've used my QuicKutz hand tool and "Metro" alphabet for the sentiment.  I like how this one turned out...the patterned paper is one of my favorites...I will be really sad when I use it all up!

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Party Hat Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Winter Wisteria and Dark Chocolate, Doodlebug Patterned Paper
Embellie: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Corner Chomper, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here.  Remember, there is still time to play along with this week's sketch...give it a try, it's a great one!

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

SUPERMOM

Good morning!  Welcome to our From the Heart Stamps May Blog Hop; our theme this month is "Mother's Day" or "For a Special Lady"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from the store.  In addition, one commentor on the From the Heart Stamps blog will win a $15 gift voucher to the store!  

If you have arrived from the From the Heart Stamps blog you are in the right place...I am first on the hop today!  I went with Super Birdbrain...I love turning this image "girlie"!  I've used pencils for coloring (love the pink and yellow color combo!) and accented her "Supermom" gear with glitter.  I've embellished with some bling and a beaded sentiment.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Super Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Harvest Gold, Bazzill (pink), Jillibean Soup Patterned Paper
Embellies: Doodlebug Glitter, Alphabet Beads (Hobby Lobby)/DMC Floss, Bling
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Now head on over to Imke's blog to see her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping with us today; the hop will end on Monday, May 4th at 6:00 a.m. EST.  Winners will be posted, on the From the Heart Stamps blog, on Wednesday, May 6th.  

Challenges entered:  

Cute Card Thursday: Use a Sentiment
DL.ART: Mother's Day
Southern Girls: Get Wordy
Sweet Sunday Sketch:  Sketch

Thank you for stopping by!  

Angela

Hope your birthday is all it's cracked up to be.

Good morning!  We have a fun new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps, plus the optional twist of a "Quick Card".  Check it out:

I used on of Faith's newer images...I loved coloring the spotted egg...such fun!  I did some simple layering and have just added a banner sentiment for embellishing, along with some glitter accents on the image.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birthday Suit Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Harvest Gold and Raspberry Fizz, Bazzill (pink)
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

FTHS April Blog Hop

Good morning!  Welcome to our From the Heart Stamps April Blog Hop; our theme this month is "Spring or Easter"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from the store.  In addition, one commentor on the From the Heart Stamps blog will win a $15 gift voucher to the store!  

If you have arrived from the From the Heart Stamps blog you are in the right place...I am first on the hop today!  I went with Easter Egg Birdbrains...such an adorable image!  I've used pencils for coloring and accented the eggs (and eyelids!) with glitter.  I used a layout that is one of my favorites, plus some glittery CS from my stash.  I have embellished simply with ribbon.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Easter Egg Birdbrains" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Stamper's Select and Harvest Gold, Doodlebug Glittered CS
Embellies: Martha Stewart Glitter in "Sugar Cube", PTI Harvest Gold Grosgrain Ribbon
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Now head on over to Calypso's blog to see her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping with us today; the hop will end on Monday, April 6th at 6:00 a.m. EST.  Winners will be posted, on the From the Heart Stamps blog, on Wednesday, April 8th.

Angela

Chocolate Bunny Birdbrain

Good morning!  We have a fun, new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps...along with a fun, new image in Faith's shop!  Isn't this Birdbrain the cutest?  She's just my kind of girl...a chocolate bunny in each hand!  Here's the sketch:

The image is colored with pencils and I've given her some glittery "eye shadow".  I pulled some bright, cheery papers from my stash and embellished with a snippet of ribbon, a couple of buttons, and a crystal.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Chocolate Bunny Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Melon Mambo, PTI Dark Chocolate, Doodlebug Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter, PTI Dark Chocolate Twill and Button, Swarovski Flatback Crystal in "Ruby"
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  Remember to use a FTHS image on your card...you will receive $1 to spend in Faith's shop.

Challenges Entered:

Challenge Up Your Life: Easter
Come and Get It: Winging It
Simply Create Too: Easter or Bunnies
Sisterhood of Snarky Stampers: Easter

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

hats off, GRADUATE!

Good morning!  We have a new sketch for you at From the Heart Stamps...and I really love it!  Check it out:

I decided to get started on graduation cards and this adorable Birdbrain was perfect!  I turned the rectangle into a square because I really hate to cover up cute paper!  Are any of you like that?  The Birdbrain is colored with pencils and I refrained from adding glittery "eye shadow"...this one looks like a boy bird for sure!  I've done some simple layering and embellished simply with die cut stars.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birdbrain Graduate" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Summer Sun, Little Yellow Bicycle Patterned Paper
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, MFT "Stacking Stars" Die-namics, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  We would love to see you play along with this super fun sketch!

Challenges entered:

Addicted to Stamps: Celebration
Stamping Sensations: One For the Guys

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Winter Scarf Birdbrain

Good morning!  I have a fun card to share today using this week's sketch from FTHS; the twist is to use colored pencils.  (Easy one for me!) Here's the sketch:

I went with "Winter Scarf Birdbrain" and added just a touch of glitter to her eyes after coloring the image.  For embellishing I've used twill, die cut snowflakes, and bling.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birdbrain Winter Scarf" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Hawaiian Shores and Royal Velvet, Doodlebug Sugar Coated CS, Bo Bunny Patterned Paper
Embellies: PTI Hawaiian Shores Twill, Bling, Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone, MFT "Let it Snowflake" Die-namics, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Foam Tape

Please check out the DT''s weekly inspiration cards here; remember, there is still time to play along with this week's sketch challenge...check out the details here.

Challenges entered:

Digi Choosday Challenge: Anything Goes
Shopping Our Stash: Out of a Jar (I used glitter on her eyelids)
The Corrosive Challenge Blog: Things with Wings

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Lucky Birdbrain Chick

Good morning!  It's time for a new challenge from the ladies at Ruby's Rainbow; for this fortnight Jennifer has chosen our challenge and she would like to see "Anything Green".  Sounds good!

Since St. Patrick's day is right around the corner, I decided to go with Lucky Birdbrain Chick; the image is colored with pencils and I've added a lot of glitter so it is nice and sparkly.  I pulled out a past From The Heart Stamps sketch and the twist that week was monochromatic so that was perfect for R.R. theme!  I did add just a splash of pink for color.  Here's the sketch:

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Lucky Birdbrain Chick" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, SU! Wild Wasabi, Reminisce Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart "Sugar Cube" Glitter, PTI Hibiscus Burst Twill, Kaiser Pearls
Extras: Prismas/Goo Gone

Please check out the rest of the Ruby's Rainbow DT creations here and the From the Heart Stamps DT weekly inspiration here.

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

Birdbrain Snowman

Good morning; hope you all have had a wonderful holiday season!  It was nice to have a break during the holidays to spend time with family and friends, but I am glad to be back to day with a new sketch from From the Heart Stamps.  Not only do we have a sketch, but also a twist (use textured paper) and an inspiration photo.  So many choices!  Check them out:

I love the sketch; I made a square card because it better suited the image Birdbrain Snowman.  I couldn't resist coloring the snowman a reddish hue because it reminded me a bit of Angry Birds!  LOL  I've colored the image with pencils and accented it with glitter.  For the "texture" component, I've used Bazzill Bling which also has a great pearlescent shimmer.  I've embellished simply with a layered snowflake.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Birdbrain Snowman" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110 (image), PTI Stamper's Select (card base), Bazzill Bling, My Mind's Eye Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart Glitter
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, MFT "Let it Snowflake" Die-namics Dies, Foam Tape

Please check out the rest of the DT's creations here, along with the challenge details.  We'd love to have you play along; remember to use a FTHS image, also you will receive $1 to spend in Faith's store!

Challenges entered:

Allsorts Challenge Blog: Cold and Frosty Colours
Card Mania Challenges: Make it Sparkle, Let it Shine
Crafty Creations Challenges: Who Wants to Build a Snowman?
Just Us Girls: Word Week-Winter (attempted, but unable to add graphic)
Robyn's Fetish: Snowmen

Thank you for stopping by!

Angela

FTHS December Blog Hop

Good morning!  Welcome to our From the Heart Stamps December Blog Hop; our theme this month is "Christmas or any other Winter Holiday"...hop along for some fabulous inspiration from the DT!

As you hop along, please leave a comment on each entry.  One random commentor will be selected on each blog to win an image of choice from the store.  In addition, one commentor on the From the Heart Stamps blog will win a $15 gift voucher to the store!  

If you have arrived from From the Heart Stamps blog, you are in the right place.  My card today features Christmas Spirit Birdbrain, the December Stamp of the Month.  I just love Faith's Birdbrains and I think this one is one of my new favorites!  The image is colored with pencils and accented with glitter.  I wanted the Birdbrain to be the "star", so I kept the layout and embellishing simple.

Image: From the Heart Stamps "Christmas Spirit Birdbrain" Digital Image
Ink: Printer
Paper: G.P. 110, PTI Kraft and Pure Poppy, Bella BLVD Patterned Paper
Embellies: Martha Stewart Crystal Fine Glitter, Spare Parts Brads
Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Foam Tape

Now head on over to Calypso's blog to see her fabulous creation!

Thanks for hopping with us today; the hop will end on Monday, December 8th at 6:00 a.m. EST.  Winners will be posted, on the From the Heart Stamps blog, on Wednesday, December 10th.

Thanks for hopping along!

Challenges entered:

C.R.A.F.T.: Christmas
Little Red Wagon: Things with Wings
Merry Monday Christmas Challenge: Feathered Friends

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela