Holiday Poinsettia...

Hi everyone! Today, I've created a pretty shaped Christmas card using Spellbinders® Paper Arts 5x7 Mystical Embrace which is part of their Nestabilities Collection. I paired it with 5x7 Matting Basics A, and 5x7 Matting Basics B for my designer poinsettia paper, then finished it off with a pretty silk ribbon bow and a sentiment from JustRite Papercraft Peace and Joy Sentiments Clear Stamps.

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Project Recipe:

Stamps: JustRite Papercraft Peace and Joy Sentiments Clear Stamps

Dies: Spellbinders® Paper Arts 5x7 Mystical Embrace, 5x7 Matting Basics A, 5x7 Matting Basics B 

Paper: K and Company Christmas paper, Bazzill Basics Paper Ivory, Red and Green Cardstock

Inks: Tsukineko/Imagine Crafts Memento Bamboo Leaves and Tuxedo Black ink pad

Embellishments: 1.25 inch Celery Green Silk Ribbon from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, Self-adhesive Lime Green Rhinestones, 3D Foam Squares, sponge dauber

Snowman Friends...

Hi everyone! Today, I've created a darling Christmas card using a delightful snowman stamp from Stampendous. I just love this stamp, and I watercolored the image and background after stamping on watercolor paper with black StazOn. I used Spellbinders® Paper Arts Labels 47 Decorative Elements with 5x7 Matting Basics B to frame the sweet image and finished it off with baker's twine and a snowflake from Create-a-Flake Six. I really enjoyed making this fun card!

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Stamps: Stampendous Snowman Friends, JustRite Papercraft Christmas Stitched with Love Clear Stamps

Dies: Spellbinders® Paper Arts Labels 47 Decorative Elements, 5x7 Matting Basics B, Create-a-Flake Six

Paper: Watercolor Paper, Bazzill Basics  Paper Purple, Light Aqua and White Cardstock

Inks: Watercolors, Tsukineko/Imagine Crafts Jet Black StazOn ink pad, Memento Grape Jelly ink pad

Embellishments: Self-adhesive Lime Green Rhinestones, Baker's Twine, 3D Foam Squares

Golden Ornament...

Here's a pretty ornament we made in my card class a few weeks ago! The center section spins on elastic cording, and the ornament is cut using the Heirloom Ornament die from Spellbinders!

Holiday Sunday - Winter Snowflake

I've had a wonderful Birthday weekend so far and here is a card I created for my stamp club and am posting for Holiday Sunday!

Pumpkins...

It's Midnight Madness Challenge time, and this week we're saying goodbye to Jessica, and welcoming Holly Miller as a new Guest Diva! We'll miss Jessica and look forward to Holly's creations in the weeks to come! Our sponsor this week is Doodle Palace, and I created a card using the Thanksgiving set! They have some very cute images! Our monthly sponsor is Sew Many Cards and my card next week will feature an image from them!

Holiday Sunday - Snowflake...

It's Holiday Sunday and here's a quick card I made using the Fleur de lis Pendant Die from Spellbinders. My corner punch is the Iron Gate punch from Martha Stewart, and I used the large Snowflake embossing folder that I got on HSN. This card measures 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 inches and I added lots of pearls for bling!

Everyday Miracles...

Today my card focuses on one of the new June Releases from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. As you know, they have returned to clear stamps and they have just released their first sets. My card uses the "Everyday Miracles" set and it's a must have!

The sketch I used is from Our Creative Corner Sketch Challenge:

Holiday Sunday... Pumpkin Patch

Today is Holiday Sunday and I've used a stamp set from JustRite Stamps. I am really liking them and am planning on purchasing more! I stamped the image on Whisper White cardstock, colored with Copic Markers then cut it out with an Oval Nestabilities. I sponged orange ink on the edges and mounted it to a larger oval of white glittery cardstock.

I added glittery green scrolls (the waste pieces from a punch) around the white oval, then mounted it to a glittery yellow cardstock I had cut with a Scalloped oval Nestabilities. My filigree edging are from the Fancy Tags Nestabilities, and I strung orange ribbon through the edges. My designer paper is Origins by Basic Grey and I finished the card off with orange gingham bows and green rhinestones.

Happy Ever After...

One of MY cards is in the finalists for the "Priscilla Award" on the Midnight Madness Blog, so please, please, go and vote for me HERE!!!

My card today features a Fred, She Said digital stamp called "Rose Spray and Candle." I printed the image on Whisper White cardstock, colored with Copic Markers, then cut it out. My sentiment stamp is from Inkadinkado, and I used Memento Tuxedo ink on Bazzill cardstock. I used my Plain and Scalloped Heart Nestabilities, and the Swiss Dots and Textile Embossing Folder from Provocraft. My corner punch is from Martha Stewart. Gold pearls and a shimmery satin gold-trimmed ribbon finished the card!

Little Rapunzel for OCC...

One of MY cards is in the finalists for the "Priscilla Award" on the Midnight Madness Blog, so please, please, go and vote for me HERE!!! YAY!!!! (how's that for a shameless plug??)

I made the cutest card ever for the Our Creative Corner Sketch Challenge this week! I just love this digital image called "Little Rapunzel" by Elisabeth Bell. My designer paper is from the new Summer Dream stack by Die Cuts with a View.

Here Comes Summer! Blog Hop!

Welcome to our "Here comes Summer FRED, SHE SAID" 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 (which will be the "Fred, She Said" Challenge Blog), follow the instructions to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for a $20 Gift Certificate for the "Fred, She Said Store!" Don't forget, we have monthly challenges that are fun to do and you'll get inspired by the many creations by our design team!

My Special Code Word is: FOR

Here is a list of the blog hoppers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

FRED, SHE SAID, SONYA, MARIA, SHELLY, MICHELLE, CAROL L., DARSIE (you are here), JUDY, CAROL H., LORA, DEANNE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG

This Blog Hop will run from today, May 21st until May 27th. On the 28th, the winner will be announced on the "Fred, She Said" blog.

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit  Judy'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" Blog Hop! I used the sketch from Mojo Monday 139! And my image has "Gone Askew" from No Time to Stamp! My Fred, She Said image is "Emma in the Strawberry Patch". You can see another card I made using the large strawberries HERE!

My designer papers are from the new "Mango Frost" paper stack by Die Cuts with a View. I printed Emma on Whisper White cardstock, then colored her with Copic Markers. I sponged Marvy Caribbean Blue ink on the edges of the image, then mounted it to a glittery aqua cardstock. I added a satin bow, flowers, twine and sparkly rhinestones to finish the card. Card size: 4 3/4 x 5 3/4 inches

Red Strawberries ...

My card today features a delightful new image from Fred, She Said! Luscious Strawberries! I'm eating a banana split with yummy strawberries on top right now! So fitting! The sketch is from today's Our Creative Corner Sketch Challenge, and I just love how my card turned out!

I printed the Strawberries on to Whisper White Cardstock, colored it with Copic Markers, then cut it out with a Circles Nestabilities. My designer paper is from the "Farmer's Market" stack by Die Cuts with a View. I  layered the strawberries cut out onto a Nestabilities Blossom cut out and used red pearls for embellishments. My red strip is punched with the new EK Success Scroll Edger punch, and my sentiment stamp is from Inque Boutique. I added a red organza bow to finish the card. Card size: 4 1/2 x 6 inches

Ethereal Forest Sneak Peek..

This week starts the Ethereal Forest Sneak Peek! The design team is showcasing cards made using their fabulous sentiments! There are all kinds of sentiments to fit every occasion! Take a look at their store and see all the variety of sayings for your cards! Visit their blog everyday to see what the design team members are creating!

I printed the "Spring is in the Air" from the Garden Sentiments on Whisper White cardstock, then cut it out with the Labels Eight Nestabilities. I sponged Memento Summer Sky and Paris Dusk ink on the label before I removed the die. My cut out is from the Lattice Edgabilities, and I added lace, ribbon flowers, butterflies and pearls to finish the card. Card size: 6 x 6 inches

You light up my life...

It looks like I'm in a blue and yellow mood by the cards I've been making this week! I've found some wonderful designer papers with those colors and they just make me happy! My card today is for the Our Creative Corner Sketch Challenge, and make sure you hop over to the OCC blog to see the rest of the design team cards!

I printed "Delightful Cocoa" from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps on Whisper White cardstock, then cut out with an inverted circle Nestabilities. I colored the image with Copic markers, then mounted it to a scalloped circle Nestabilities. My designer papers are from Die Cuts with a View, and I used the Looped Punch by Martha Stewart. I finished the card off with bright yellow grosgain ribbon and pearls. Card size: 5 3/4 x 4 1/2 inches

You're so kind...

It's Midnight Madness Challenge Day, and it's a fun sketch this time! An opportunity to get your Circle Nestabilities out and play, play, play! Take a look at the sketch below, and why don't you join us this week! 

My image is from Gurlee Girl, and my designer papers are from the Paper Studio. I stamped the little girl on Whisper White cardstock, cut it out, then colored with Copic Markers. A fluffy bow, a large artificial flower, and pearls are my embellishments! Card size 6 x 6 inches

Fred for All Blog Hop and OCC Sketch!

Welcome to our FOURTH "FRED, SHE SAID" 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!

Follow the instructions at the end of the blog hop, at the Challenge Blog, to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for a $20 Gift Certificate for the Fred, She Said Store.

Here is a list of the blog hoppers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

FRED, SHE SAID, SHELLY, MICHELLE, CAROL L., DARSIE (you are here), JUDY, CAROL H.,  LORA, SONYA, DEANNE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG

This Blog Hop will run from today, April 15th until April 22nd. On the 22nd, the winner will be announced on the "Fred, She Said" blog.

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit Judy'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" Blog Hop! This is also my card for the Our Creative Corner Weekly Sketch Challenge.

I printed the Fred, She Said flowers and leaves on Whisper White cardstock, colored with Copic Markers then cut them out. I used the smaller die from the Pendant Nestabilities for my squares to fit the sketch. I added swirly black pearls, ribbon, and a sweet dragonfly as well. Card size: 6 x 6 inches

it's Belli Day!

It's the Belli Challenge today! Today we focus on Die Cuts and our sponsor is Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps! Being a design team member of both, I was able to choose a wonderful image to showcase! I printed out the "Birdie Bathtime" but realized I had printed it too large! So, my card is on the large size today, and can be framed!

In other news, I've been asked to join the design team of Repeat Impressions, a wonderful stamp company with many delightful images for holiday and all occasion! Stay tuned as I start my exciting duties and start creating with their stamps! You can see their blog HERE!

I printed the image on Whisper White cardstock, colored with Copics, then cut it out with the Labels Eight Nestabilities. My designer papers are from the Garden Party pad from Die Cuts with a View. My punches are by Martha Stewart and EK Success. I added pretty swirl pearls and fluffy bows to finish it off. Card size: 6 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches

Milton Reading...

Here's a sweet card I made today! This card fits the Sweet Stop Sketch, and the color combination over on the Critter Challenge! This cute image is by Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps and you can find it HERE! They have a lot of adorable mouse digistamps! This card also fits the Our Creative Corner Challenge!

I printed Milton Reading on Whisper White cardstock, and colored with Copic Markes. I cut him out with a Nestabilities die, then sponged on Memento Summer Sky and New Sprout ink before removing him from the die! My designer papers are from Die Cuts with a View and Doodlebug. I added pearls, a pearl swirls and a satiny ribbon to finish the card! Card size: 5 1/4 x 6 1/4 inches

exciting news!

I'm so stinkin' excited! As I'm sure you all know, I've been participating in the Weekly Challenges on the Midnight Madness blog! Well, I was notified two weeks ago, that I had been chosen to join their Design Team! Imagine me trying to keep it secret! It was tough, let me tell you! Today is my first official day as one of their members and I've had a chance, in the last two weeks, of getting to know the other designers! They are so much fun and such a crazy bunch! I should fit right in, I think!  Now, on to my card!

The sponsor this week for the Midnight Madness Challenge is Michelle Perkett and she's giving a $20.00 shopping spree to a lucky winner! Our monthly sponsor is Sunflower & Dragonflies! You can learn all about these chances to win on the Midnight Madness Challenge Blog!

I printed my image onto Whisper White cardstock, cut it out with a new Nestabilities Labels, then sponged Memento Summer Sky, and Paris Dusk on the edges before removing it from the die. I colored with Copic Markers, then added some glitter to the fairy's dress and wings for a bit of bling. My designer paper is from My Mind's Eye, Yellow and White Glittery cardstock all mounted to a dark blue card. I added my satin ribbons and bows, and topped them off with star buttons! A few gold rhinestones in the buttons, and my card was finished! Won't you play along with this challenge? The sketch is below, and you can add your creation to the Midnight Madness Challenge Blog (this is the direct link to the challenge)!

Sweet 'n Sassy Birthday Bash Blog Hop!

It's Korin's Birthday!! We are having a Birthday Bash Blog Hop to celebrate! All of the design team members are giving away a digistamp and all you have to do is comment on the blog for your chance to win! We'll be picking the winners on Tuesday, and make sure you check back to find out if you've won!

The digi that I'm giving away is Peek-a-boo Cocoa!

Here is the list of blog hoppers, and you don't have to follow in any order to hop!

Micki, Sandy, Deedee, Nicole, Lisa,  Korin, Leah, Ceal, Darsie, Janette, Kim, Lorie, Tricia, Julie, Nancy and the Sweet 'n Sassy Digi Blog!

My card uses the "Birthday Hat Cocoa" which you can pick up for FREE on the Sweet 'n Sassy Digi Blog today! I printed him out on Whisper White cardstock, colored with Copic Markers then cut him out with a Nestabilities die. I sponged ink on the edges before removing the image from the die. My background papers are from the Paper Studio, and my sketch is for the Critter Challenge Blog! (Sketch Below) I added ribbon bows, rhinestones, and punches to match the sketch. My stamp is from Studio G. Card size: 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 inches.