Crafting with Darsie

Challenges...

2012-02-15T01:22:00.001-05:00

Today we're focusing on Challenges! I have cards in 3 fabulous challenges to show you, and I encourage you to play in them all!!

First, we have the Designer's Choice Challenge on the House That Stamps Built blog and Joy is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a card using something that is leftover from another project. I had started a card and used Spellbinders Edgeabilities on a piece of glitter paper, but that card seemed to go into another direction, so I put that piece aside. I pulled it out for the background for my card for this challenge, and am quite pleased how it turned out. My stamps are "912-K, Tulip Bouquet" and "8622-D, Because" from Repeat Impressions. The dies I used in this card are Nested Oval Medallion Labels by JustRite Stamps, and Spellbinders Edgeabilities Classic Triple Scallop. The image was colored with Copic markers and my silk ribbon is from Stamp Simply.

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The second challenge is from 7 Kids College Fund Challenge blog and our challenge was to make a Monochomatic card! I love CC Design images (carried in the 7 kids store) and I just had to use Swiss Pixies Nora for my card. My sentiment is from Winter Words - Clear by JustRite Stamps. A satin bow and sweet snowflake buttons finished this card!

And the last challenge is the Belli Challenge, where there is a recipe to follow: 1 ribbon, 2 designer papers, 3 colors and 4 rhinestones/pearls must be on your card or project. My designer papers are from the s.e.i. Promise me stack and my sentiment is from Sweet n' Sassy Stamps.

Happy Valentine's Day!!

2012-02-14T14:00:00.009-05:00

This week I'm Guest Designer with JustRite Stamps, and their newest sets are just too inspiring! When I started to create with Lace Borders - Cling, I tried to think of different ways to use the stamps! I have two projects up today on their blog, so please take a hop over and have a look! I've included a sneak peek below to pique your curiosity! Thanks for visiting!

An amazing day!!

2012-02-13T20:31:00.001-05:00

What an amazing day I've had today!! Words can't express how thankful I am right now! I received a phone call this morning from Stacey Caron from Spellbinders Paper Arts to let me know that I was chosen for this year's design team! I was not very professional, let me tell you! I started to cry and kept saying "oh my gosh, oh my gosh". A dream come true!! A special thank you to all those that believed in me and especially to God for gracing me with this talent!

Then! I am Guest Designer for JustRite Stamps this week, and I'm just so excited! Here is a sneak peek of my first project! Head over to the JustRite blog to read all about it! Check back each day to see what else I've created with JustRite's amazing new stamps!

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Stamp of the Week - Love Post

2012-02-13T02:05:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "4903-F, Love Post" is the featured stamp! I am also using a pretty stamp called "101-P, Rose Heart Wreath". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

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Card Recipe:

Stamps: Repeat Impressions 101-P, Rose Heart Wreath, 4903-F, Love Post

Paper: Echo Park Yours Truly, Doodlebug Glitter Paper, Bazzill Cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Heart Circles

Embellishments: Recollection Rhinestone Swirls and Hearts, Gingham Ribbon

Hello...

2012-02-12T12:29:00.000-05:00

Here's a pretty card using a pre-colored image from Fred, She Said. I just love that Fred, She Said has pre-colored images for when I'm in a time crunch. Print out the size you need, grab some pretty paper or an embossing folder, and you've got a card! Easy, peasy!

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My card today uses the pretty pre-colored Peony flower digi set from Fred, She Said. This digi set has 10 different color variations! I printed it out, and cut closely around it, then added pop-up dots on the back. My embossing folder is gorgeous! I added a hint of color with Copic Marker V12, then smoothed the edges with 0. I stamped a beautiful "Hello" sentiment from Close to my Heart in the center of the heart. A few pearls, and some flourishes by Marianne Creatables, all adhered to a purple card and I was finished.

Card Recipe:

Paper: Bazzill Cardstock, Doodlebug White Glitter Paper

Image: Fred, She Said Peony

Embossing Folder: Sizzix Textured Impressions Ornate Heart

Embellishments: Marianne Creatables Flourish, Recollection Pearls

Happy Birthday, Deedee

2012-02-11T02:33:00.001-05:00

A very special Birthday wish for a dear lady! Wishing you the loveliest of days and the happiest of tomorrows, Deedee!!! May God shine on you the rest of your days!

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Easter Blessings...

2012-02-10T13:42:00.005-05:00

Is it too early for making Easter cards? Perhaps! But JustRite Stampers has a fabulous new set called Spring Words (a clear stamp set) and it has all kinds of fabulous sentiments for the spring holidays and I had to make this card! I stamped "Easter Blessings" on the top portion of JustRite's new Oval Nested Labels Medallion die, then just cut off the bottom half. I used Copic Markers B21 and R85 to enhance the wording and edge.

My wonderful focus die is the Layered Elegant Swirl Die from Heartfelt Creations, and gosh, it is so pretty! They have some beautiful dies that I plan to purchase soon! I cut a strip using the Classic Lace Borderabilities by Spellbinders and put it on the top and bottom of the die from Heartfelt Creations, and my side edging is the negative piece from Spellbinders Classic Triple Scallop Edgabilities. I am so in love with these! The rest of my supplies are listed below! Thanks for visiting!

Card Recipe:

Stamps: JustRite Stampers Spring Words

Dies: Heartfelt Creations Layered Elegant Swirl, Spellbinders Classic Lace Borderabilities, Spellbinders Classic Triple Scallop Edgabilities, JustRite Stampers Oval Nested Labels Medallions
Paper: Bazzill White, K&Company Julianne, Doodlebug White Glitter
Embellishments: May Arts Silk Ribbon, Prima Roses, Recollections Pearls

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Meljen's Designs Challenge!

2012-02-09T01:59:00.000-05:00

Today there is a new challenge at Meljen's Designs! Our challenge is to use Pastel colors on our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges, but you must use a Meljen's Designs digi to play!!

My cute card uses the pre-colored "I Heart You Badge" digi!

What If Wednesday - Rose Heart Wreath

2012-02-08T02:41:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "101-P, Rose Heart Wreath" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Featured Stamper...

2012-02-06T02:57:00.002-05:00

That's right! I am the Featured Stamper on Splitcoast Stampers this week!! I'm so excited and honored to be chosen! It's so wonderful seeing so many card makers going through my gallery and picking out a card they like, then trying to recreate another card like it! It's called CASEing a card and it's the highest form of flattery in my opinion. Click HERE to see how it all works!

Happy Birthday, Julie!!

2012-02-05T00:20:00.000-05:00

I want to wish a very special lady the Happiest of Birthday's ever!! She's the perfect definition of a friend and I am so blessed to call her mine!! Happy Birthday, Julie!!

My pretty card uses a pre-colored digital image from Fred, She Said called "Hollyhocks".

Card Recipe:
Hollyhocks Digital Image from Fred, She Said
Paper: Victoria Gardens by Echo Park, Bazzill Cardstock, Doodlebug Glitter Paper
Embellishments: Glossy Accents, Recollection Pearls and Rhinestones

Thinking of you...

2012-02-03T02:31:00.000-05:00

Sweet n' Sassy has a new release and I just fell in love with several of the stamp sets: You and Rose Collage! I can see a lot of cards in my future made with these delightful stamps! I created a Cascade card (a new technique found HERE (the originator) and HERE). And here's a Gallery on Splitcoast Stampers filled with samples!

Card recipe:

Stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Rose Collage and You Clear stamp sets
Paper: Stampin' Up Designer Paper Beau Chateau, Doodlebug Glitter Paper
Punch: EK Success Corner Rounder
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
Copic Markers: B21, E50, E51, E53, G12

7 Kids Color Challenge...

2012-02-01T01:53:00.000-05:00

It's Challenge #40 for the 7 Kids College Fund and the theme today is "Colors - Red, Pink and White". I had fun creating this sweet card for Valentine's Day. I used the Light Pink Honeycomb paper from the 7 Kids store, and made darling hearts for Nora to rest on. All you have to do is trace half a heart onto the honeycomb paper than open it up. It's as simple as that! It comes in a variety of colors as well!

For my creation, I used Laying Nora, Light Pink Honeycomb Paper, and Be Mine - Just Because Popcorn Bear.

My card is also doing double duty for the Belli Challenge where you need to make a card or project with a Heart on it!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2012-02-01T01:44:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Miriam is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a card with Heat Embossing! I used a different approach to the ordinary heat embossing by stamping my snowflakes on glossy paper with Versamark and embossing with clear powder. Then I dabbed on Alcohol Inks all over the card, including the snowflakes. Once the ink was dry, I took the heat gun and reheated the embossed snowflakes and the alcohol inks shifted to show the white cardstock underneath. A fun technique you should try. You can see another card HERE where I used this same technique.

My stamp is "8917-I, Snowflake Outline (lg)" and my sentiment is "4601-H, Snowmen fall..." by Repeat Impressions.

Critter Challenge Blog Hop!

2012-01-30T01:42:00.000-05:00

The Critter Sketch Challenge is celebrating their 100th blog posting with a Blog Hop! I am Guest Designer for Meljen's Designs and there is a lot of wonderful eye candy and a chance for prizes in store for you as you hop along.

The Blog Hop will last for a week, ending on February 5th at 5 pm EST. There will be 3 prizes given away from the Blog Hop Sponsors: Meljen's Designs, Stamp and Create, and Digital Delights. To participate, you must comment on everyone's blogs, complete a project using the sketch and upload it to the Critter Sketch Challenge Blog (The sketch can be found below and on the Critter Challenge Blog),

You should have come from Justyna's blog (the first stop on the hop)! If you lose your way, you can always come back here and see the list of all the designers below:

Justyna

Darsie (you are here)

Here is my creation for the Blog Hop using a sweet image from Meljen's Designs called Love Birds. Meljen's Designs are whimsical digital images for all occasions hand drawn by Melissa Jenkins. There is a selection of pre-colored digis available as well. You can find her on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Your next stop is Vicky's blog! Thanks so much for stopping by, good luck and have fun Hopping!!

Stamp of the Week - Happy Puppy

2012-01-30T01:06:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "8104-I, Happy Puppy" is the featured stamp! I am using a sentiment called "6203-I, Loved An Animal". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

So in love...

2012-01-29T02:01:00.001-05:00

Here's a darling card I created using Miss Rosalie with Roses, a cute CC Designs stamp carried in the 7 Kids College Fund store. My designer paper is from "Be Mine" by Echo Park! Add some twine and a fancy satin bow and you've got a sweet Valentine card.

Meljen's Designs Challenge!

2012-01-26T01:58:00.001-05:00

Today there is a new challenge at Meljen's Designs! Our challenge is to put Hearts on our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges, but you must use a Meljen's Designs digi to play!!

My cute card uses the "XOXO Stitches" digi!

What If Wednesday - Dandelion Breeze

2012-01-25T01:36:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "9012-M, Dandelion Breeze" and "8607-D, Thanks" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Craft a Scene...

2012-01-24T02:05:00.000-05:00

If you're a frequent visitor to my blog, you are aware of how much I love to do scenic stamping! I was excited to learn about the new challenge blog "Craft a Scene" and their purpose is "to provide an opportunity for paper craft designers to showcase their scene projects." Their first challenge is "Anything Goes" so I created this delightful scene using scenic stamps by Repeat Impressions.

Stamps used: 2712-I, Rocky Shore (left), 2715-I, Rocky Shore (right), 4209-G, Loon (sm), and 2722-I, Cattails.

One Stop Craft Challenge...

2012-01-21T01:35:00.000-05:00

I am guest designing for Fred, She Said at the One Stop Craft Challenge and their challenge this week is "Under the Weather". I created a sweet Get Well Soon card using the image "Ornate Butterflies" from the Fred, She Said store. My sister Robin is guest designing as well and her card is GORGEOUS!!

Why don't you hop over to OSCC and play in their challenge this week! with a chance of winning free digis!

7 Kids College Fund Challenge

2012-01-18T08:00:00.003-05:00

It's Challenge #39 for the 7 Kids College Fund and the theme today is "Love is in the Air" and you have to create a 3 x 3 inch Valentine card. I had fun creating this tiny card that could be used for a gift tag or it can be tucked into a small box of chocolates.

For my creation, I used Prima Brick Wall Flower Stamp, Penny Black Enjoy Acrylic Stamps and the With Love Sentiment - Perfect Couple Popcorn Bear. You can find matching envelopes for sweet cards like this HERE!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2012-01-18T00:42:00.003-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! We are on the third round, so that means it's my turn again! This time I've chosen to make a Scenic card with Snow. The design team created some fabulous cards for my theme!!

I used "2708-M, Pine Branch", "2714-D, Small Pine Forest", "4221-K, Deer Family Silhouette" and "2621-J, South Parish Church (Augusta, ME)" by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Belli Challenge - Frames

2012-01-18T00:22:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Belli Challenge and we are to create a fancy frame or frame an image! I created my frame using Spellbinder's Labels Twenty and a pretty floral stamp set by Inkadinkado.

Tantalizing Tuesday...

2012-01-17T00:31:00.000-05:00

It's Tantalizing Tuesday at Meljen's Designs, and that means that the designers show off their newest cards with images that have been previously released! My card uses "Baby Stork" ! Don't forget that there is still time to play in the Meljen's Designs Thursday Challenge!

Stamp of the Week - Moose Globe

2012-01-16T00:38:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "8902-L, Moose Snow Globe" is the featured stamp! I am using a sentiment called "4603-F, Got Snow?". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Kiki La Rue...

2012-01-13T11:23:00.000-05:00

Here is a sweet and bright card I created for 7 Kids College Fund this week. I used one of the Kiki La Rue images from CC Designs that the store carries. My designer papers are from the new Basic Grey "Piccadilly" stack which I love, love, love!! She's colored with Copic Markers, and my sentiment is from Michael's (dollar stamp). I added pearls and pretty satin ribbon to finish it off!

Meljen's Designs Challenge!

2012-01-12T01:08:00.000-05:00

Today there is a new challenge at Meljen's Designs! Our challenge is ANYTHING GOES on our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges, but you must use a Meljen's Designs digi to play!!

My cute card uses the "Nativity Donkey" digi! My sentiment is computer generated and my designer paper is from the Yours Truly by Echo Park.

What If Wednesday - Happy Winter

2012-01-11T02:26:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "304-N, Home for the Holidays", from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge! My designer paper is from the Snowfall stack by BoBunny and I cut Spellbinders Fleur de Lis square into 4 pieces for my corners. I finished it off with sparkly rhinestones and a seam binding bow. Sentiment is from Sweet n' Sassy.

Round three!!

2012-01-10T01:52:00.001-05:00

Well, I got the email last night! I made it to the third and final round of the 2012 Spellbinders Design Team Contest! Read all about it HERE! To say that I'm excited and nervous is an understatement. This is the final round and on February 13th, I'll find out if I will be an official Spellbinders Design Team Member!! Please keep sending wishes, prayers and cross all your eyes, fingers and toes for me!!! This would be a dream of a lifetime!

I created this pretty card using JustRite Stamps Botanical Butterflies, and Spellbinder dies Fleur de lis Accents and Inverted circles. Though it is hard to see, I poked holes into the scalloped part of the inverted circle and threaded with silk thread to look like a trellis.

Catching Flakes...

2012-01-07T01:42:00.000-05:00

I can't believe we haven't had any snow yet this year. Of course, when I say that, we'll get a snowstorm!! Well, I've created a cute card using a pre-colored digital image from Fred, She Said called "Catching Flakes". My pretty designer papers are from the Snowfall stack by BoBunny. Add a few button snowflakes and rhinestones and my card is done! Easy Peasy!

Be Mine....

2012-01-06T17:33:00.000-05:00

So, I'm in love with the new Spiral Blossom One die from Spellbinders, which makes the most gorgeous paper roses ever! So easy to do, and the color of roses are limitless depending on your paper stash! And boy, do I have a lot of paper!

My card today is a Valentine's card using a stamp set called Winter Words from JustRite Stamps. I also used Spellbinder's Classic and Scalloped Hearts for my creation. I added pearls using the Viva Decor Pearl Pen.

Exciting News...

2012-01-04T08:00:00.008-05:00

I am officially a design team member for 7 Kids College Fund! I just love their store! They have a fabulous and versatile selection of stamps, dies, and embellishments for papercrafters! Every other Wednesday, they have a Challenge and my first task was to "Try Something New".

My new item is the Spellbinders Spiral Blossom One which makes into a fabulous rose! I used white Bazzill paper and cut out the Spiral Blossom. I then took an dry embossing stylus and swirled it around to break the fibers and give the petals a more realistic appearance. I rolled up the blossom, and glued it to make the rose. Next, I took a Tombow pink water-based pen and colored the edges of the rose then spritzed it with water causing the ink to bleed. Voila, a gorgeous rose to accompany the sweet Belle by CC Designs.

My designer paper is from the "Yours Truly" by Echo Park and I also used Spellbinders Classic Hearts and Scalloped Hearts.

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2012-01-04T02:18:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Dawn is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a card using the colors Blue and Brown! My stamp is "8912-I, Snowflake Solid (lg)" by Repeat Impressions.

Tantalizing Tuesday...

2012-01-03T02:05:00.000-05:00

It's Tantalizing Tuesday at Meljen's Designs, and that means that the designers show off their newest cards with images that have been previously released! My card uses "Groundhog Day" ! Don't forget that there is still time to play in the Meljen's Designs Thursday Challenge!

Stamp of the Week - Snowcat and Friends

2012-01-02T01:54:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "3813-M, Snowcat and Friends" is the featured stamp! I am using a sentiment called "104-H, Take time...". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

What If Wednesday - In all things...

2011-12-28T01:17:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "2719-K, Lg Pine Tree", "2708-M, Pine Branch " and "4009-G, In all things " from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Merry Christmas!

2011-12-25T00:20:00.000-05:00

A very Merry Christmas to all my family and friends! May you find a life of Peace, Happiness and Love throughout this holiday and into the New Year!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-12-21T01:21:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Makiko is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a shaped card or project! I created a Christmas ornament using the Spellbinders Heirloom Ornament 2010 and my stamp is "408-H, Peace On Earth" by Repeat Impressions.

Stamp of the Week - Boy with Sled

2011-12-19T03:25:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "2104-H, Boy with Sled" is the featured stamp! I am using a sentiment called "402-H, May the beauty". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Fred, She Said Christmas Challenge...

2011-12-15T23:59:00.001-05:00

Fred She Said is having a fun little Christmas Challenge! The theme is "Make a Christmas Tag OR Share a favorite Holiday Recipe". The PRIZE is a $25 GC to the Fred She Said Store. There will be one winner chosen randomly. Entries will be accepted until Friday DEC 30th midnight EST. More details at the Fred She Said BLOG.

Here is my tag attached to a box of yummy chocolate nuggets! I used "Hat-Tipping Snowman" and my sentiment is from the "Christmas Poinsettia Lantern" digi set:

So excited!

2011-12-15T02:44:00.001-05:00

I got the news today! I made it through the first round for the Spellbinders 2012 Design Team! Read all about it HERE! Now to create something that will WOW them for the Second round! Wish me luck!

Here's a quick card in the CAS (Clean and Simple) style I created:

Crafting 4 All Seasons Challenge!

2011-12-14T18:23:00.000-05:00

Meljen's Designs is sponsoring the "Crafting 4 All Seasons Challenge" this week and their theme is CHRISTMAS! Check out what their wonderful design team did with images from Meljen's Designs. I am a Guest Designer for their challenge and here is my card using "Caroling Snowmen":

What If Wednesday - Pastor's House

2011-12-14T01:02:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "3308-M, The Pastor's House " from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Tantalizing Tuesday...

2011-12-13T01:07:00.000-05:00

It's Tantalizing Tuesday at Meljen's Designs, and that means that the designers show off their newest cards with images that have been previously released! My card uses "Christmas Tree" ! Don't forget that there is still time to play in the Meljen's Designs Thursday Challenge!

Case Study Challenge #69...

2011-12-11T19:23:00.000-05:00

I found a new challenge to play in and I had a fabulous time doing it! It's the Case Study Challenge #69 and you are to be inspired by a talented artist's creation. This week's challenge was a card by Amy Sheffer shown below:

Here is my creation using a pretty 3D Poinsettia from K & Company, Spellbinders Labels 4, various embossing folders and the color scheme of ivory and white:

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-12-08T01:58:00.000-05:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use the color GREEN in our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My cute card uses the "Cozy Winter Wolf Pup" digi!

The Magic of Christmas

2011-12-08T00:08:00.000-05:00

It's time for another fun challenge at the Shabby Tea Room! When I began my journey into papercrafting, I made vintage artist trading cards and I'm finding that I'm once again enjoying the process but in greeting card form now.

The challenge this week is to use the photo below for inspiration and the requirements are: USE PINK, GOLD, NEUTRALS, FLOWERS and SNOWFLAKES!

and here is my creation:

My colors are Gold, White and Rosy Pink. I used Lattice and Scalloped Rectangle Nestabilities, Liquid Pearls, Prima Roses, Stanpin' Up Snowflakes, Marianne Creatables Swirls, Tulle, Vintage Santa Image from my postcard collection, and designer paper from Kaisercraft. All my sparkle and shine is from Chunky Glass Glitter and Glitter paper by Doodlebug.

My card also fits the Pink Elephant TPE128 Challenge - Snowflakes and Sparkle.

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-12-07T01:33:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Vicki is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a bookmark for a gift or for yourself! I created a corner bookmark using this tutorial and my stamp is "917-I, Rose Window" by Repeat Impressions.

Stamp of the Week - Prism Snowflake

2011-12-05T02:04:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "Snowflake Prism" is the featured stamp! I am using "8805-K, Snowflakes" and a sentiment called "4601-H, Snowmen fall...". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Shabby Tea Room Challenge...

2011-12-04T13:30:00.003-05:00

I'm playing in a new challenge by the Shabby Tea Room, and the theme is "Winter Picnic". Our challenge was to create a card using the photo inspiration below! My card uses fabulous stamps from JustRite Stamps: Vintage Label Ovals, Winter Words, and Hugs to You Borders and Centers.

and here is my creation:

A Season of Boundless Joy...

2011-11-30T00:38:00.000-05:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "8912-I, Snowflake Solid (lg)" from Repeat Impressions. My sentiment is "424-G, Wishing you a season". Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

JustRite Friday Challenge #063 - Christmas

2011-11-29T12:41:00.000-05:00

It's time for the JustRite Friday Challenge and their theme is to finish up (or get started!) on your holiday cards or tags. I created a lovely gift box full of Christmas tags for a special friend of mine!

I used Fleur de Lis Labels Twenty and Christmas Mini Sentiments set for my tags!

Christmas Lantern...

2011-11-28T00:10:00.000-05:00

Here's a pretty Christmas card I created for Fred, She Said using the Christmas Poinsettia Lantern digi set! I used the pre-colored version for my card!

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-11-23T23:20:00.000-05:00

Wishing a Happy Thanksgiving to all those who are celebrating, and I'm extremely thankful for the blessings in my life! May your Holiday be a safe and happy one, filled with lots of yummies to eat and take a special moment to think and be thankful for the good things in your life!

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use TWINE in our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My cute lollipop holders uses the "Christmas Preparations " digis!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-11-23T00:19:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Kendra is the next designer up and her challenge was a Theme Challenge to make a Christmas card with a snowflake on it! I used "2002-J, Holiday Lamp Post" by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Stamp of the Week - Earth Ornament

2011-11-21T01:00:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "1014-G, Earth Ornament" is the featured stamp! My sentiment stamp is "408-H, Peace On Earth". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Fred, She Said Christmas Blog Hop!

2011-11-18T01:12:00.000-05:00

Welcome to our "FRED, SHE SAID Christmas Blog Hop"! If you just happened to drop by my blog and you are not aware of this wonderful event taking place, please go back to the "Fred, She Said" blog HERE and start your hop! Please take a moment to comment on our posts as we love feedback!

Along the way, you will see a special CODE WORD. Collect them all up! Once you've reach the end of the blog hop follow the instructions to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for 1 of the following prizes (there will be 3 random winners with 1 prize each) Two $30 Gift Certificates for the "Fred, She Said Store", and a $30 Gift Certificate to CROPSTOP ! We'll be choosing the 3 random winners on December 3rd! So get hopping!

My Special Code Word: WISH

You should have come here from ROBIN's blog, but here is a list of the blog hoppers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

FRED, SHE SAID BLOG, ROBIN, DARSIE (you are here), CAROL, NANCY, VAL, ANNE, DEBBIE, VICKI, MICHELLE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG (the end of your journey).

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit CAROL 's blog! When you are finished hopping, why not check out the "Fred, She Said" store!

Here is the card I made for the "Fred, She Said" Christmas Blog Hop using "Christmas Ornaments":

White Christmas ...

2011-11-16T02:02:00.000-05:00

CLICK HERE to learn more about the Belli Challenge's Design Team Call!

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "8912-I, Snowflake Solid (lg)", "8914-E, Snowflake Solid (sm)", "8916-E, Snowflake Outline (sm)", "8917-I, Snowflake Outline (lg)" and "3205-F, White Christmas" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

JustRite Friday Challenge #062: Give Thanks

2011-11-15T16:07:00.000-05:00

It's time for the JustRite Friday Challenge! I'm a little late getting my card in because I've been swamped preparing for three card parties and family coming next week! But I made it!

Here is the Challenge as stated on the JustRite Inspiration Blog:

"Today’s new JustRite Friday Challenge #062 is a tribute to the spirit of the upcoming U.S. Thanksgiving holiday and is a challenge to make and GIVE or SEND a thank you card or gift! We all may be good about participating in challenges and making things for our own benefit, but now it’s time to share the love (and thanks)!"

I decorated a gift of Rocher's Chocolates using Vintage Oval Labels and Heart to Heart Borders & Centers:

Winter Chickadee

2011-11-13T02:02:00.000-05:00

Here's a pretty card I created using Fred, She Said's Winter Chickadee from her Christmas Bird's series!

Happy Veteran's Day!

2011-11-11T00:51:00.000-05:00

A thank you to all the veterans, past and present for fighting for our freedoms!

A Tulip Bouquet...

2011-11-11T00:40:00.000-05:00

Here's a pretty card I created using a Fred, She Said precolored image from her Tulip Bouquet digi set! You can get them colored in a variety of shades, or in black and white if you prefer to color it yourself!

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-11-10T01:06:00.000-05:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use ORANGE in our card! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My sweet card uses the "Autumn Flower Mouse" digi!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-11-09T02:13:00.000-05:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Miriam is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a Waterfall Card with a Fall Theme. Well, all I saw was "waterfall" and created a Christmas themed card! Boy, did I mess up!

I will post it anyway, because it is so adorable and will definitely pay more attention to details next time! I found a wonderful tutorial on making a waterfall card HERE!

I used the following stamps by Repeat Impressions for my creation: 8805-K, Snowflakes, 8812-J, Knit Cap Penguin (lg), 8814-I, Santa Hat Penguin (lg), 8816-H, Ear Muffs Penguin (lg), and 8915-D, Christmas Wishes.

Sweet 'n Sassy Birthday Blog Hop!

2011-11-07T00:35:00.003-05:00

Hello and welcome to the Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps Birthday Blog Hop! Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps is so excited to be celebrating four wonderful years! A fantastic group of Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps design team members past and present, along with some special friends, have put together this fabulous Birthday Blog Hop to kick off a whole month of fun. We have 37 stops, so the hop will take place over three days - feel free to take your time visiting each blog! You have until 11:59pm EST November 9th to leave comments on as many blogs as you can. On Saturday, November 12th, Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps will announce FOUR winners (chosen at random from comments on random stops along the hop); each lucky winner will receive a prize pack including stamps, dies, paper and twine valued at $40!

If you have been following along already, you should have come from Lorie Souther's blog! If you are only starting here, please head back to the SNSS blog and go from there. You won't want to miss any stops along the way! Also, don't forget to comment on as many stops as you can....the more comments the better your chance of winning one of the fabulous prize packs! :)

I created two cards for the blog hop today! For my first card I used the "Christmas Candle" digital stamp, and my sentiment is from the "Welcome Jesus" clear stamp set!

My second card is fun and whimsical and uses the "Snow Special" clear stamp set and my sentiment is from the "Winter Friends" stamp set.

Your next stop on the hop is Cathy McCauley's blog, but just in case there are any hiccups, here is the whole list of celebrants on this party train:

Korin Sutherland

Holly McMillen

Stamp of the Week - Christmouse

2011-11-07T00:17:00.000-05:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "2009-M, Christmouse Decorations" is the featured stamp! My sentiment stamp is "3203-G, It's beginning". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

JustRite Christmas Linky Party!

2011-11-06T01:14:00.000-05:00

JustRite Stamps is getting a head start on Christmas projects and is having a week-long party called the "JustRite Christmas Linky Party!" with fabulous prize giveaways! Currently they have some great Christmas sets on sale! Now is the time to buy and get started on those Christmas cards!

Here is my card for the party! I used the "O Christmas Tree" and "Fleur de Lis Labels Twenty" stamp sets, and my sentiment is from the "Merry & Bright" set!

I went with non-traditional Christmas colors using black, white and red, which is my daughter's favorite color combination!!

What If Wednesday - Snowflake

2011-11-01T23:45:00.000-04:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using "8912-I, Snowflake Solid (lg)" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-31T11:16:00.000-04:00

My image is Cute little Candy Corn from Meljen's Designs!

Christmas Cardinal...

2011-10-30T01:55:00.000-04:00

Here's a pretty Christmas card I created using the Cardinal from the "Christmas Birds" series by Fred, She Said! My designer paper is from Best Creations, and I used the new Holly Accents from Spellbinders for my frame.

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-10-27T02:46:00.000-04:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to make a Christmas card! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My sweet card uses the "Holly Christmas Fairy" digi!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-10-26T03:23:00.000-04:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Lynette is the next designer up and her challenge was a Recipe Challenge of 1 image, 1 sentiment, 2 die cuts and 3 embellishments! I used "1014-G, Earth Ornament", and "408-H, Peace On Earth" by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Stamp of the Week - Tall Pumpkin

2011-10-24T04:17:00.000-04:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "2310-G, Tall Pumpkin" is the featured stamp! My other stamps are "2325-C, Bad Intentions","2329-C, Goofy" and "8608-D, Special". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Season's Greetings

2011-10-22T01:31:00.000-04:00

I created a pretty card today using the "Christmas Wreath" digistamp from Fred, She Said! I used one of the many pre-colored images with this set. My fabulous die behind the wreath is my newest from Spellbinders called Holly Motifs.

JustRite Friday Challenge 061: Get Scrappy!

2011-10-21T15:26:00.001-04:00

I've created a pretty card for the JustRite Friday Challenge, and our goal is to add leftover scraps to your card! I've been holding onto this piece of lace since my crazy quilting days, never really finding a spot for it on one of my blocks. I then went into paper crafting, and never looked back until I found a bag of lace scraps in the garage! Now I use the lace on a lot of my cards!

My card features the stamp set "Peace on Earth Borders & Centers" by JustRite Stamps. I used papers from Bo Bunny's "Father Christmas" and "Wonder" from Authentique. My dies are by Spellbinders and I used Labels Six, Classic Ovals, Heirloom Ornaments 2010, and Fleur de lis Accents.

What If Wednesday - Snowmen Fall

2011-10-19T02:38:00.000-04:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using sentiment called "4601-H, Snowmen fall..." from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Bluejay & Raspberries

2011-10-16T00:22:00.000-04:00

Here's a pretty card I created using a new image from Fred, She Said called Bluejay and Raspberries! It comes in a pre-colored set or as the digital image you can color yourself!

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-10-13T02:31:00.000-04:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use ribbon on our creations! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My yummy treat bag uses the "Little Witch Hazel" digi!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-10-12T00:59:00.000-04:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Joy is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a Halloween or Fall card! I used "2319-I, Haunted Tree" and "2314-G, Happy Haunting" by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Stamp of the Week - Foliage Positive

2011-10-10T03:13:00.000-04:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "6002-M, Foliage Positive" is the featured stamp! My other stamp is "1614-J Fall Tree". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Emma in the Leaves...

2011-10-09T13:58:00.001-04:00

Here's a nice Fall card using an image from Fred, She Said called "Emma in the Leaves" and I am using the pre-colored version of the set! It's always nice to have a pre-colored image for whipping up a card fast!

What if Wednesday - 4 Seasons Trees

2011-10-05T03:37:00.000-04:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I created 4 cards using a wonderful set of images featuring a beautiful tree during the seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Stamps used: 1609-J Winter Tree, 1610-J Spring Tree, 1613-J Summer Tree, 1614-J Fall Tree

Just Us Girls 2nd Anniversary!

2011-10-02T16:26:00.000-04:00

It's Just Us Girls Second Anniversary and they have a fun sketch challenge going on HERE! I did a different take on their sketch, and everyone knows my favorite holiday is Halloween, so I had to create a card! I used cute paper from a Recollection Halloween stack, tons of Martha Stewart punches, a nice black tulle bow and a big glittery orange spider! My sentiment and spider web stamps are from the $ section at Michael's!

here's the JUGS104 sketch if you want to play!

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-09-29T03:16:00.000-04:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use a square and a circle on our creations! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My sweet card uses the "Mother Goose" digi!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-09-28T02:18:00.000-04:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Robin is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a card with an Animal! I used "5121-H, Moose Sil.", "2708-M, Pine Branch", "2709-I, Large Pine Forest", "4522-G, Calm Water" and "104-H, Take time..." by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Christmas Cardinal Ornament

2011-09-27T02:21:00.000-04:00

Here's a pretty ornament I created using the Christmas Cardinal from the Christmas Bird Series by Fred, She Said! I used the Heirloom Ornaments 2010 die from Spellbinders and the flourishes is from the Fleur de lis Accents die set.

Stamp of the Week - Red Fox

2011-09-26T04:04:00.000-04:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "4217-K Red Fox" is the featured stamp! My sentiment is "3103-F, Live for...". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

Additional scenic stamps used: 2708-M, Pine Branch, 2709-I, Large Pine Forest

Fred, She Said Fall Blog Hop!

2011-09-23T03:46:00.002-04:00

It's time for another Blog Hop for Fred, She Said! We are calling it the Fred She Said Fabulous Fall Blog Hop. We were to use a Fall Colour Combo - any 2 or more colours from Red, Green, Yellow, Orange or Gold ... and Sky blue... We can`t picture fall without the leaves being against a lovely sky blue, and the project did NOT have to be a fall theme.

One Lucky Winner will get this prize package:

£15 Gift Voucher to Bearly Mine Designs

$10 Prize Package of yummy goodies chosen by Judy from Pizzazz APlenty

... and a $30 Gift Certificate to the Fred She Said Store

(Thank you to Bearly Mine Designs and Pizzazz APlenty for sponsoring our hop)

This time around we are going back to a SECRET PHRASE. Some people were having trouble last time leaving comments. Please comment and leave the DT some love but it isn't required to win. All you do is find the secret word/s on each hop post and collect them up to make up a secret phrase.

The instructions will be at the FSS Challenge BLOG on how to enter your secret phrase. Please only one entry per person and please submit your entry by Friday September 30th midnight EDT. The winner will be announce on Saturday October 1st.

My Secret Phrase is: TO THE

Here is the Blog Hop List:

1. FSS Blog: http://fred-she-said.blogspot.com/
2. Danielle: http://paulettespapers.com/
3. Debbie: http://debbiedee.blogspot.com/
4. Nancy: http://inspiredbystamps.blogspot.com/
5. Robin: http://robinscreativenest.blogspot.com/
6. Vicki: http://vldesigns.blogspot.com/
7. Darsie: http://craftingwithdarsie.blogspot.com/ YOU ARE HERE
8. Anne: http://stargrovesblog.blogspot.com/
9: Michelle: http://inspirationblooms.blogspot.com
10: Carol: http://chocolatecraftsandbearsohmy.blogspot.com/
11: Challenge Blog (no word, just directions) http://fss-challenge.blogspot.com/

Here is my project using the Sunflower from the Fall Flower Digi set:

Your next hop stop is Anne's blog! Enjoy the hop and don't forget to leave some love for the entire design team and their fabulous projects!!

Just Us Girls DT Call Challenge...

2011-09-22T04:07:00.000-04:00

I have created a darling card and project for the Just Us Girls design team call challenge and I had a lot of fun with it! The first part of the challenge was for a card using a sketch, and the second part was to create a project using a 3D template.

I love this darling penguin from Close to my Heart, and the gorgeous paper I chose is new from Making Memories called "Noel". My sentiment on the milk carton is from Inque Boutique. The milk carton template can be found here! My large snowflakes are from K&Co.

What If Wednesday - Tulip Bouquet

2011-09-21T04:08:00.000-04:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using an image called "912-K, Tulip Bouquet" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Tantalizing Tuesday...

2011-09-20T13:38:00.000-04:00

It's Tantalizing Tuesday at Meljen's Designs, and that means that the designers show off their newest cards with images that have been previously released! My card uses "Pumpkin Pile" which was just released, and "Spooky" what was the Monday Freebie! Don't forget that there is still time to play in the Meljen's Designs Thursday Challenge!

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-09-15T01:59:00.000-04:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use the Paper Piercing on our creations! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My sweet treat uses the "Mummy Kitty" digi!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-09-14T03:59:00.001-04:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Harriet is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a One Layer Card! I used "1712-P, By the Stream" and "414-G, Heaven is..." by Repeat Impressions for my creation.

Hydrangea Bouquet...

2011-09-13T03:26:00.000-04:00

Here's a pretty card I created using a new pre-colored digi from Fred, She Said called Hydrangea Bouquet. My designer paper is from Echo Park's new Victoria Gardens paper stack.

Stamp of the Week - Humpback Whale

2011-09-12T03:06:00.000-04:00

Repeat Impressions "Stamp of the Week" is on their blog "The House that Stamps Built", and the "2717-L, Humpback Whale" is the featured stamp! My sentiment is "1710-I, How great...". The details to this offer is only available on their blog! Also, check out the rest of the design teams' fabulous creations with this fun and versatile stamp.

What If Wednesday - Fluttering By

2011-09-07T02:03:00.000-04:00

Today is the "What if? Challenge" over at "The House That Stamps Built" and I am using a new image from the Summer Series called "9009-F, Butterfly (sm)" and a great sentiment stamp called "9005-E, Flutter By" from Repeat Impressions. Check out the rest of the design teams magnificent creations for the sketch challenge!

Wedding Roses Candle...

2011-09-03T01:34:00.000-04:00

Here's a pretty card I created for Fred, She Said using her digital stamp called "Wedding Roses Candle". My decorative punch is from Martha Stewart and I topped the card off with a pretty organza bow!

Meljen's Designs Grand Opening Blog Hop!

2011-09-01T06:00:00.000-04:00

Today is an exciting day! Meljen's Designs is opening an online store featuring all of their digital stamps! And to celebrate this joyous occasion, we are having a Blog Hop and Melissa is having a Super Sale in her new store!

You get 1/2 off ALL of Meljen's Designs digital stamps! This sale runs from September 1st - September 8th.

Here are the details for the blog hop with 4 chances to win! You must follow the hop, then you'll return to the Meljen's Design team blog and you must leave a comment with the name of your favorite image or an image you'd like to see made! This Blog Hop will last from today and run through Monday! Winners will be announced on September 8th!

You should have arrived at my blog from Cheryl's blog, but if you lose your way, you can always go back to the Meljen's Design team blog to see the entire list of participants!

Cheryl

Darsie (you are here)

Here is my creation using "Painter Bear". Your next stop is Dee's blog, and make sure you leave some love for the designers and all their fabulous creations!

Designer's Choice Challenge...

2011-08-31T05:13:00.000-04:00

It's time for the Designer's Choice Challenge over at the House that Stamps Built! Karen is the next designer up and her challenge was to make a card "For the Guys"! I used "2913-I, Hammock" and "3109-F, My heart..." by Repeat Impressions for my creation.