Creative Belli Sketch Challenge #94

It's time for another Creative Belli Challenge. 
This week our challenge is to use the sketch below and make it patriotic.  Creative Belli is all about inspiring you to use some of those old, neglected supplies you have laying around.  I used this patriotic paper I have had for years and the PTI stamp set I have had for probably a year and never used.   So here is what I came up with :

DP  : Carolee's Creations, Basic Grey

Stamps : Papertrey Ink

Lace unknown

Ink : Versa Magic Night Sky

We would love to have you join us!
Hop on over to the Creative Belli Blog right now and check out what the rest of the DT came up with and how you can take the challenge!

Here's the Sketch:

While I was in patriotic mode, I decided to create another card using one of Creative Cuts and More's window cards.  CC&M produces a fun selection of window cards using various shapes.  You can check them out  HERE.   You could have alot fun creating with these!

Card : Creative Cuts and More

Stamps : PTI, Stampailities (word star), Limited Editions (title)

Ink : VersaMagic Night Sky

Thanks for stopping by!!

Layers of Color - Merci Bouquet

This set by Layers of Color is so pretty.  It's called Merci Bouquet. 

I used Core'dinations cardstock.  It was brown on the outside and pink on the inside.  I ran it through the cuttlebug using one of their embossing folders and then lightly sanded.  I like that aged effect you get with this.   I rubbed on pink acrylic paint to distress it more.   I used a background stamp on the Spellbinders die cut and distressed it with brown ink and a stipple brush. 

I just love the stick pin I used on this one.  It's by Jenni Bowlin.

Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day!

Summertime, summertime!

Good Morning.  Well I don't know about where you are, but here in Florida things are heating up.  And summertime is definitely here.  So what better way to kick off June than with a summer project!  I used Crafty Secrets Seaside stamp set for this project.

This is a layout I created using the Seaside stamp set, last fall.  But I decided to wait for a warmer day to post it.  I had ALOT of fun with this one.  I started with distressed background paper by Basic Grey.  As you can see I stamped the shells to create my on designer paper.  I added a strip of blue down the center of the layout.  I found the perfect sheet of blue dp in one of my Crafty Secrets Paper pads to mount my photo's on.  Then I started adding elements that work well for a beach page.  If you know me, you know I love texture.  On the detailed photo's below you can see how I layered Course Pumis Gel (gritty medium found in artist section at local craft store) and cheese cloth.  Add of course I had to throw some raffia on there. 

I created my own chipboard charms to dangle.

And I embellished the rest of the layout with some of the wonderful images from the Seaside set.

Doesn't it make you want to head out to the beach??

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Layers of Color SALE!!

Good Morning.  Are any of you shopping this weekend??

Well then you will want to know about a fabulous sale over at Layers of Color Blog.  Hop on over and find out more about the SALE and an Operation Write Home Blog Hop!  OH, and you can also get a FREE digital image of the sentiment I used on my projects below, from Layers of Color.  It was beautifully designed by Nina Brackett - Crafting in Croatia. 
It reads "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord"  Ps 33:12

In a gesture to support our troops, 10% of all sales this 3-day weekend will be donated to Operation Write Home.  Laura over at Layers of Color is sooooo generous.

Here are a few projects I created using Layers of Color "Gothic Crosses".

I love patriotic holidays because it reminds us to take a moment from our hectic lives and remember those who have and do defend this great nation. They sacrifice so much so that we can be free. And we often take it for granted.

Technique : Stamping on Clay

I created this first Gothic Cross project using sculpey clay. I had lots of fun doing this. And I have to tell you, I am no expert. I'm just one of those gals who just does it. So when the sculpey stuck to my stamp, I tried spraying it with cooking oil. Worked perfectly! I'm sure there is a better way to do this, but hey, it worked for me.  So begin by softening your clay.  Roll it through a Pasta Maker to flatten.  Stamp your image in the clay.  Use and X-acto knife to trim it out.  Place on a baking sheet and follow package direction.

We are so blessed to live in such a wonderful country and need to continually pray for those who defend it and for God's protection.  We also need to pray for our leaders.

 I used a swirly from Layers of Colors "Nature Walk" on the background.

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope you have a fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend!

Published!! in Stamper's Sampler!

I have submitted sooooo many times, so I am really excited that FINALLY, I have my second publication!

Stamper's Sampler had a "Crazy for Chartreuse" challenge for their June/July issue and I'm thrilled to be a part of it!

To create these cards I used "3 Flying Girls" by Lost Coast Rubber Stamps.  If you like collage style stamps, you will love this company!  Check out their catalog HERE.  You can order online from the catalog.  You can find some "Alice in Wonderland" and some vintage style portraits, people in the NEW section.  And these "Chess Pieces" - people are really fun!

Thanks for stopping by and celebrating with me!

Creative Belli Challenge #92 - Flat Embellishments

Hello.  Wow I can't believe it's been 2 weeks since I posted.   Good to be back.  This is Creative Belli Challenge week.  This challenge blog inspires you to use up OLD embellishments you have laying around.  And I have tons of them because I'm a hoarder.  So the Creative Belli Challenges are perfect for me.

This week the challenge is to use FLAT EMBELLISHMENTS and the SKETCH provided over at the Creative Belli Blog.  You can use stickers, rub-ons, die's, or anything else flat you are hoarding.  I chose rub-on sentiments by Making Memories.  There was actually a date on the package.  They are from 2004!  I've been hoarding for a very long time, teehee.

Stamps : Stampers Anonymous (scalloped border collage), Cornish Heritage Farms (polka dots), and Layers of Color Joyful Noise (butterfly) and Nature Walk (swirly)

Ink : Brilliance Rocket Red, VersaMagic Oasis Green.

Quickutz Swirly die

Rub-on Sentiments - Making Memories

I recently placed an order for some of the cool 3-D items over at Creative Cuts and More and decided to sticker one of those up as well. 

This particular gift bag is "Tuck and Close Bag #2-XL ".  I chose Coral - Stardream Chiara.  It's the shimmery pale coral color.  So I selected glittery stickers by K&Company to embellish it.  What I love about Creative Cuts and More is that you get to select from a HUGE variety of paper types and colors.  And with all the pre-scored lines, it took only minutes to create.

See ya next time!

Belli Challenge #91 - Hole Punchs

Good Morning.  Today is Creative Belli Challenge day!! 

The Belli Challenge is all about using up your OLD STUFF and FORGOTTEN TREASURES!!!!

We would love for you to join us.

Tip : How to create a circular background using hole punches

This week we are using those hole punches that have been collecting dust.  I had to search for this tool.  I haven't use my Making Memories Eyelet Setter in years!  I have a Crop-a-dile as well and honestly don't use it very much either.  But, I'm glad I saved my MM Eyelet Setter, because it comes with 3 different tip/hole sizes.  So I was able to create a fun background using mine.

I started out with an inexpensive circle template I purchased a long time ago in the drafting departement at a local office supply store.  I used a pencil to lighty draw various size circles.  I used these pencil lines as guidelines to punch my holes.  So, I am glad I hung onto this tool.  The Crop-a-dile would not have been able to reach this far in.

 Making Memories Instant Setter 

                                                         

You can play along with us over at the Creative Belli Challenge Blog.

This week our sponsor is Sew Many Cards.  They are offering up a great prize that you can check out over at Creative Belli!  I used this cute "Olliver" digital image.  This set comes with several matching digi sentiments as well.

You can check him out over at Sew Many Cards.

Thanks for stopping by!!