CardzTV Linky Party Go To Galz "Fair Time"

Another great Challenge with the CardzTV Linky Party Go to Galz! It's called "Fair Time" (Any project that has to do with the fair). Challenges run for two weeks and Mary gives away a set of stamps (your choice) to the winner. 

Here is my card:

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:

Cardstock: White, Blue and Patterned Paper

CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps "Love in a Jar" Jar and "Be My Valentine" (You're Still The ONE!)

Spectrum Noir Markers

Small Circle Punch

Glossy Accents

Queen and Company Pearls Grass Green

Mounting Tape

When I think of a fair, I think of a County Fair with competitions for Blue Ribbon preserves, pies and farm stock. I thought I would make a some good ole preserves...lol. 

I stamped the jar, then colored it with markers. I applied Glossy Accents and let it dry. I punched the circle and stamped it with "ONE!". I tried to make it look like ribbon around the top, then added the tails. The jar is single mounted and so is the ribbon on the jar. 

Thanks for stopping by. Don't forget to join the fun. Please leave a comment. 

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Dig Haven Challenge Rain/Umbrellas

April Showers Bring May Flowers! And what do we need for showers? Umbrellas. That's the challenge this week at Digi Haven. Our sponsor is Bugaboo Stamps. They have some of the cutest images. The challenge is for 2 weeks and Bugaboo is giving away 7, (yes, I said 7), images to the winner. (Wow...can I play too?)

I made 4 cards all using the same image:

Individually:

(I tilted the camera in order for you to see the shiny sections)

Finished Cards: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:

Cardstock: White, Black, Green, Pink, Wine, Florescent Orange, Lime, Glittered, Olive, 2 Patterned and Mulberry Green Paper

Bugaboo Stamps Margaret Calendar Months-April

Spectrum Noir Markers

Spellbinders Nestabilities Labels Eight (2nd Largest) and Labels Seven (Largest)

Computer Sentiments (Sentiments found on internet)

Ribbon Black and Yellow Dotted

Glossy Accents

Extra Fine Glitter, Christmas Red, Multi Diamond Dust

Martha Stewart Tinsel Glitter, Turquoise

Black Pigment Ink

Mounting Tape

I hope you can see...

First card...Glossy Accents on glasses, puddle and drops. 

Second card...Glossy Accents on glasses, puddle and drops. Extra Fine Glitter (Christmas Red) on umbrella.

Third card...Glossy Accents on glasses and umbrella. 

Last card...Glossy Accents on dress/coat. Tinsel glitter on drops and puddle. Extra Fine Glitter (Multi Diamond Dust) on hair.

I know I got carried away, but I just think she is a hoot. Don't you?

Personally, I love the May flowers but I can do without April's grey rainy days. Sun showers are ok though...lol. Looking forward to warmer, sunny days.

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GRAND RE-OPENING FOR DIGI HAVEN...Sparkles and Bling Challenge

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE. Hope you had a wonderful holiday season. I can't believe it's over and it's the start of a new year and new beginnings.

Speaking of new beginnings, that's just what we are doing here at Digi Haven. This is our GRAND RE-OPENING! We have lots of changes that we think you will love! First change...you can use ANY digi to play along with a challenge...it can be free or one that you have purchased (woo hoo, right?). Second, we have SPONSORS....wow!!!!..so there will be PRIZES!!!!! Can you stand it?

Our first challenge of the year is called "Sparkles and Bling". Our sponsor this week is Bugaboo Stamps. (Just love them, don't you?)

Here is my card:

And a little different angle:

I hope you can see the subtle difference (look at the large Martini glass).

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:

Cardstock: White and Patterned

Bugaboo Stamps Digital Image "Stella Peeker Another Drink"

Spectrum Noir Markers

Glossy Accents

Extra Fine Glitter

Queen and Co Pearls, Pearl 2 Large and 2 Medium

I added the Glossy Accents to Stella's glasses and to the two Martini glasses. While it was still wet, I added a small amount of fine glitter to the drinking glasses. After they were dry, I glittered Stella's hair. I thought the glittered background looked festive, like she was at some type of party...hey, maybe this was New Years Eve! (ha ha ha).

OK, so now to the good part, huh? Prizes.....Woo Hoo! 

This first Grand Re-Opening Challenge is CrAzY! 

Here we go:

From our sponsor this week, Bugaboo...10, (yes, ten) images. 

(That's enough just there, isn't it? But there is more...).

Stamp n Doodle...3 images

Platypus Creek Digitals...2 images

Stamping Shack...2 images

Di's Digital Downloads...a $10.00 Gift Card
SK Digi's...$6.00 voucher

Kenny K Downloads...3 Digi's 

and from our own Design Team Member Mynnette Kitchen On A Stampage...1 or 2 Sentiments

PLEASE CHECK OUT THE DIGI HAVEN BLOG FOR MORE INFORMATION TO SEE HOW TO ELIGIBLE TO WIN ONE OF THESE PRIZES! (CLICK HERE)

Can you believe it? How generous are these people? Thank you to all of them!

So what are you waiting for? Get into this challenge and have fun. Good luck! Don't forget to check out the other designer's projects also at Digi Haven.

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Digi Haven Challenge Wreaths and/or Ornaments

If you are looking for the CardzTV Stamp Challenge "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas!", please click here.

Here at Digi Haven the Challenge is "Wreaths and/or Ornaments". This is our last challenge for the year and there are going to be some BIG changes coming in Jan. Please check back to see all that is new! However with this challenge, the rules are the same: please use a FREE digi and link back to the original artist to be eligible for the winner's circle. Challenge runs from Dec 14th to the 28th.

For this challenge I made a gift tag:

Finished Tag: 3 1/2" x 5"

Materials:
Cardstock: White and Pink
Gingerloft Digital Image Ornament
Spectrum Noir Markers
CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Christmas Joy, "To:" and "From:"
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Extra Fine Clear Premium Glitter
Black Pigment Ink
Pink Ribbon

I hope you can see the Glossy Accents on the ornament "cap" and the teal decoration. The glitter is on the ornament, the pines and the leaves. Usually I make cards (and I do think this would make a beautiful one), but I thought I would change things up a bit.

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Digi Haven Challenge Fall/Trees and/or Leaves

If you are looking for the CardzTV Challenge, click here.

Our challenge at Digi Haven is called "Fall/Trees and/or Leaves". It will last for two weeks, Nov 2nd through the 15th. Please use a free digi and link back to the original artist. Mynnette, one of our design team members, has graciously offered an original sentiment to the winner.

Here is my card:

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White and Dark Blue
Dearie Dolls Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents

Fairly simple card with only Glossy Accents as an addition to the image. I didn't think it really needed anything else. Hope you agree...

Right now as I look at this image and am writing this post, ironically, I am listening to the blustery winds and pounding rain from Hurricane Sandy. This image has so much movement...so I guess it hits a little closer than normal.

If you want to be eligible for the winner's circle and Mynnette's original sentiment, please make sure you use a free digital image AND link back to the original artist.

Thanks for stopping by....please leave a comment.

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Side note: The hurricane has past and we were very blessed that we suffered no damage. My son, who works in Atlantic City, has no idea when he will return to work due to the devastation that happened there. Again, I believed we were blessed.

Digi Haven October "Anything Goes"

It's our second monthly "Anything Goes" Challenge over at Digi Haven. Please use any free digital image (make sure it's free the whole month).

It's October and to me, when I think about October, I think Halloween! I actually have two cards. Both of the free images are from A Sucree Life.

First card:

Second Card:

Both Finished Cards: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
(First Card)
Cardstock: White and Black
A Sucree Life Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
$1 Stamp "Spooky"
White Pigment Ink

(Second Card)
Cardstock: White, Ivory and Black
A Sucree Life Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Spellbinders Nestabilities Reverse Wonky Rectangles (4th Largest)
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Computer Generated Sentiment
3-D Spider Sticker
Mounting Tape

The spider is completely covered with Glossy Accents to make him shiny. I also used Glossy Accents (although I think it is hard to see) on the web on the skeleton/bone card. It appears that I used two different Spellbinders for the "Bad to the Bone" sentiment, however, I only used one and I used my marker on each side of the shape. The effect is pretty cool, huh? The skeleton/bone image is single mounted, as is the sentiment.

I hope I inspired you with my cards and you decide to join the challenge (make sure you link back to the original artist and image...we want to give them the credit they so richly deserve).

Thanks for dropping by....leave me some love (comment). I always appreciate hearing from you.

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Digi Haven Challenge Harvest

If you are looking for CardzTV Challenge #15 "Bling It Up", click here.

There has been a lot going on around here, so I haven't been around lately..."popped" my rib, rest, vacation (sort of), re-"popping" my rib, more rest, loss of mojo (in everything), Memorial Services, reorganizing the craft area (still), etc, etc, etc. I am trying to get back in the swing of things. Keep your fingers crossed...

The challenge this week at Digi Haven is Harvest. (Use a free digital image. Make sure you link back to the original artist...we always want to give credit, where credit is due!)


Here is my card:

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: Gold, Green and White (for printing image)
ScrapHappy Paper Crafter Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Glossy Accents
Cream Sheer Ribbon
Martha Stewart Tinsel Glitter Florentine Gold
Nicole Ultra Fine Premium Glitter Extra Fine Multi Diamond Dust
Recollections Adhesive Glitter Shapes (3 Sunflowers)

I thought the tinsel glitter gave the hay bale a little dimension and the Glossy Accents the same for the pumpkins and apples.

I guess the leaves will be turning soon; the temperature has already started to drop. I can't believe that it's already mid-September and Fall/ Halloween is around the corner, and then Thanksgiving and Christmas shortly after. Where has this year gone? (I must be getting old...).

Anyway, hope you decide to join the challenge, it's open for 2 weeks.

Thanks for dropping by. Please leave a comment.

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CardzTV DT Challenge #13: Color Challenge

If you are looking for the Digi Haven Challenge: click here.

This is CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Challenge and this time, we have a color challenge. Aren't they so much fun...and a lot of freedom. The challenge runs from the 17th until the 23rd and the winner will receive one of Mary's CardzTV stamp sets. Here are the colors: Marigold Yellow, Royal Blue, Rich Purple and Gray (you may use small amounts of Black and White also).

I have a birthday coming up, so I made myself a card. (Can you tell how I am feeling about it?)

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Black, Marigold Yellow, Royal Blue and Patterned Paper
Cricut Cartridge Over The Hill Cake, page 15 (Buttons 21 and 31)
CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Make a Wish, "Over the Hill"
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder D'Vine Swirls
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Spiderweb
Martha Stewart Edge Punch Drippy Goo
Clear Glitter
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
White, Purple and Gray Pigment Ink
Studio G Mini Spider Punch
Mounting Tape

Not my usual style card...

I used purple pigment ink on the candelabra and gray on the stand. I thought the candles would stand out more with the Glossy Accents and the flames with glitter.

Guess my mood is also due to work and all the Halloween/Fall merchandise coming in. Add to it that I injured myself (at work)...Popped a rib out of place...I know, You did what? Yep that's what I said, Popped a rib. (I didn't know you could do such a thing!) However, I went to the chiropractor (twice) and he popped it back into place. Who knew?....

Hope you decide to join the challenge. Please leave a comment.

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Side note:
(lol I had pre-posted the card for the Digi Haven Challenge and I hope you check it out...I think it is certainly ironic!...especially the inside sentiment. lol)

Digi Haven Challenge "Yummy In My Tummy!"

This week at Digi Haven the challenge is "Yummy In My Tummy". Use any FREE FOOD and/or DRINK digital image. Please link back to the original artist. 

Here is my card:

 

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials: 

Cardstock: White, Yellow and Patterned Paper

Meloonheadz Illustrating Digital Image

Spectrum Noir Markers

Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Scalloped Ovals Large, 2nd and 3rd Largest

Glitter

Queen and Co Rhinestones Sunflower Yellow, 3 Small

Black Pigment Ink

Mounting Tape

Another great image from Melonheadz...I just love these images! (Can't you tell?) lol

I printed out the image twice and colored both lemons the same. I then cut one lemon out and single mounted it on top of the other one. I scraped the edges of the yellow scallop in black pigment ink to give them a little dimension. (And in an abstract kind-of-way, the yellow scallop reminded me of a lemon). I added glitter to the ice cubes and single mounted the pitcher. 

Nothing like a ice cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer evening. Makes ya kindof thirsty, huh?

I, originally, had made another card for this challenge. however, when I went back and checked, the image was not free any longer. (So you see, we, the designers, have to make sure that the images are free also.) I will share the card with you and who created the image...just remember that it's NOT a freebie.

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:

Cardstock: White, Brown and Patterned Paper

Diane's Digital Designs

Spectrum Noir Markers

CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps FAQ's, "Got Milk?"

White Pigment Ink

Spellbinders Nestabilities Labels Twenty-Three 

Inkssentials Glossy Accents

Mounting Tape

My favorite...chocolate chip cookies! What's yours?

Now I thought I would point this out. I originally colored the "cookies" in red; however, after I covered the cookie jar in Glossy Accents, the letters changed color (to orange). It didn't bother me since I think this worked as well, but I thought you should know that this could happen. 

Hope you take the challenge...I can't wait to see what you make. 

Thanks for stopping by...leave me a comment! (I love reading them!)

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Digi Haven's Challenge Fanciful Fairy

This week it's Fanciful Fairy Challenge at Digi Haven. Use a Fairy or Winged Cherub free digital image.

I made two versions of the same image:

Top card:

Glossy Accents on wings, butterfly and middle of flowers; Glitter on wings:

Bottom card:

Glossy Accents on butterfly and middle of flowers; Glitter on wings:

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Top Card Materials:
Cardstock: White and Two Different Patterned Papers
Paper Dreams Digital Image (https://www.facebook.com/PaperDreamsApp)
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Nicole Ultra Fine Premium Glitter Extra Fine Multi Diamond Dust
White Ribbon
Mounting Tape

Bottom Card Materials:
Cardstock: White, Tan and Patterned Paper
Paper Dreams Digital Image (https://www.facebook.com/PaperDreamsApp)
Spectrum Noir Markers
EK Success Slot Punch
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Nicole Ultra Fine Premium Glitter Extra Fine Multi Diamond Dust
Pink/Coral Thin Ribbon
Queen and Co Pearls Sunflower Yellow, 4 Small
Mounting Tape

The images are colored the exact same way. The only difference is on the wings. On the top card, I used Glossy Accents, let it dry and then I glittered them. On the bottom card, I only used glitter on the wings.

I thought that she was such a pretty image. I decided not to put on any sentiment(s) on the front as I'm not sure what I want to use the card(s) for....birthday, "Miss You", "Congratulations" or "Thinking of You". Any of these would be appropriate.

I hope you like these cards. Thanks for stopping by. I would love to know what you think...please  leave a comment.

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Digi Haven Challenge Fun In The Sun and Beach Blog Hop With Made Especially For You

Welcome to the Fun In The Sun Beach Blog Hop, brought to you by the fabulous design teams of Made Especially For You and Digi Haven! 

These two design teams have joined together to create some fun in the sun beach-themed projects! Inspired by the concept of the Digi Haven challenge blog, all of our creations we have for you today were made using free digis! 

If you came from Kristy's blog, you're in the right place! 
If you just came across the hop and would like to start at the beginning, please visit Ashley's blog, Made Especially For You. 

Here is my project (I actually made three cards using the same digital image):

Each individual card
First Card (Bottom Left):

Second (Top Left):

Third (Right):

Each Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Tan, Yellow, Purple, Turquoise, Pink and Patterned Paper (Various)
Elizabeth O. Dulemba Digital Image (All)
Spectrum Noir Markers (All)
Mounting Tape (All)
Queen and Company Pearls and/or Rhinestones (Card 1 and 2)
Ribbon (Card 1)

Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Spots and Dots (Card 2)

Nicole Ultra Fine Premium Glitter Extra Fine Multi Diamond Dust (Card 2)

Dark Brown Pigment Ink (Card 2)

Inkssential Glossy Accents (Card 3)
Black Marker (Card 3)

On the first card, the purple card stock is single mounted and the image is single mounted on one side but double mounted on the other side to make it even. I used only "Bling" on this card. On the second card, I used the glitter to look as sand. On the third card, I used Glossy Accents on the glasses, sand and flower middles of the flip flops. Cards 2 and 3 are single mounted. Finally, I dotted the edges of the purple card stock on the third card. Also, on cards 2 and 3, I used the Spectrum Noir Markers for the edges around the patterned paper

Elizabeth O. Dulemba has some really great images...don't forget to check them out. Maybe you could find one and take the challenge at Digi Haven! Or feel free to use another free digi and enter the challenge...just don't forget to link it back to the original artist.

We have some wonderful sponsors giving away prizes for those who comment on each stop of the hop! Let's see what they have to offer...

As Cute As A Button

$25 Gift Certificate

Paper Piecings by Nikki

$15 Gift Certificate

Scraptastical Kreations

$20 Gift Certificate

The Stamping Boutique

3 images of the winner's choice

You must comment on every stop of the hop to be eligible to win a prize. Hoppers have through Sunday July 15th to comment. Winners will be randomly chosen and announced on Made Especially For You on Tuesday July 17th. 

Your next stop is Susie's blog.


Here's the entire lineup in case you get lost along the way:

Ashley - http://especiallymade.blogspot.com

Denise - http://www.scrappycardsbyd.blogspot.com/

Karen - http://simplyfrenzied-karen.blogspot.com/

Eileen - http://www.scrappingactuary.blogspot.com/

Krista - http://kristadesign.nl/

Cyndy - http://arcyscraps.blogspot.com/

Tammy - http://tampatha.wordpress.com/

Robin - http://www.thecricutscrapper.blogspot.com/

Candice - http://stampinpearls.blogspot.com/

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/

Dana - http://iwycd.blogspot.com/   YOU ARE HERE!

Susie - http://www.susiecrafthappy.com/

Sandy - http://sandyscraftycreations.blogspot.com/

Pam - http://scrappinfabpam.blogspot.com/

Sandra - http://crea-sandra.blogspot.com/

Laura - http://scrappinaroundtheclock.blogspot.ca/

Jeannie - http://dragonflyjourneys.blogspot.com/

Happy Hopping! :)

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"Loss of Your Beloved Pet" Card

Here is another card that I made a couple of weeks ago but never posted. I don't like thinking about these kinds of cards (or sympathy cards). I find them hard to make, however with that said, this card came pretty easy...because of the image.

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Red and Black
Michell Perkett Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Cuttlebug Companion Embossing Folder Simply Charmed
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
White Ribbon
Mounting Tape

It is hard to see but the black layer is embossed (you'll have to look close). I twisted the Red/Image layer instead of squaring it up because I thought it made more of an impact. Do you agree?

I never thought that I would enjoy using digital images as much as I do, because I really like my Cricut Expression. (Now I have had an Expression 2 also, and I am finding it a little difficult to use...then again, I haven't spent a whole lot of time trying. In addition, I don't own a Gypsy, otherwise I think it would make it easier. Am I correct?) Anyway, I am finding that both avenues to be a way to show my creativity. I hope you like what I make.

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Mr Moneybags

There is a new blog called DigiHaven. It's a challenge blog using Free Digital Images (something that I just love!) They have a DT call right now through May 31st. You might want to check it out.

I made this as a Graduation Card.

Here's another view:

I wanted it to look like a portrait on a wall. I was hoping for you to see that it is all mounted and that the monocle looks like glass (I thought it would show up better in the photo). The background paper is also metallic looking.

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Black, Green, and Patterned
Dude Time Doodles Challenge Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Computer Sentiment "Mr Moneybags"
Mounting Tape

This was one of those images that as soon as I saw it, I thought "old money". Isn't that silly? I think I could actually create a whole story that goes with this gentleman...he's from the south and filthy rich. He lives in one of those old southern mansions...ok, ok...I better go get a life! lol.

Hope you like the card. Don't forget to check out DigiHaven.

Thanks for stopping by.

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Popsicle Birthday

First of all...HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

I thought I would do a little crafting today. Here is the card I made:

I made it for the challenge at Cupcake Inspirations (photo inspiration).

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Yellow and Striped Patterned
Melonheadz Illustrating Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Make a Wish, "Happy Birthday!"
Lilac Pigment Ink
Black Pigment Ink
Clear Embossing Powder
Mounting Tape

My inspiration came from the colors on the cupcakes and the stripes in the plates and the coffee/tea pot.

Getting ready to go out for a late lunch/early dinner with the boys and my husband. Hope you have a wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by.

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CardzTV with Mary Stamps Challenge # 8 "Color Me A Rainbow" Day 2 "Eat Cake"

Day 2 for the challenge at CardzTV this week called "Color Me A Rainbow" (Make a card or project for any occasion and use colors from the rainbow: pink, blue, green and yellow only...you can use a small amount of black and white also). I actually struggled with this for awhile, but then I made this card (I hope you like it):

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: Two Shades of Pink, Blue,Yellow, White and Green Patterned
Melonheadz Illustrating Digital Image
Spectrum Noir Markers
CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Make A Wish "EAT cake!" and "Happy Birthday!"
StazOn Jet Black Ink
EK Success Border Punch Swiss Cheese
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Nicole Ultra Fine Premium Glitter Extra Fine Multi DiamondDust
Mounting Tape

I printed out the image on white cardstock, then colored it in. I colored the background with a different shade of blue, as I didn't want any white cardstock showing. I used glitter on the star and Glossy Accents on the "Icing" and the "Swirl".  I double framed the image, then single mounted it on the green. I stamped "Happy Birthday!" on the inside, but forgot to take a picture.

Please join the challenge over at CardzTV. The winner will have their choice of any of Mary's CardzTV Stamp sets. Woo Hoo! The Challenge runs April 20, 21 and 22. Have fun and don't forget to check out the other Designer's projects. (We have some very talented ladies).

Thanks for stopping by. (Hope you checked out my card yesterday and come back tomorrow, I have a new one).

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CardzTV with Mary Stamps Challenge # 8 "Color Me a Rainbow" Day 1 April Showers

This is the first day of the CardzTV with Mary Stamps Challenge "Color Me A Rainbow!" (Use the colors of the rainbow...pink, blue, yellow and green only...you can use a small amount of white and black also). Here is an Easel card that I made. I have only ever made a handful of them. Hope you like it.

Finished Card (when closed): 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:

Card stock: White (for the base), Blue, Blue Patterned, Pink and Yellow Patterned, Green and Green Patterned

Cricut Cartridge Everyday Pop-Up Cards Umbrella, page 36 (Pop-Up Base)

CardzTV with Mary Clear Stamps Think Spring "How does your garden grow?" and "Friends are the flowers in the garden of life"

StazOn Jet Black Ink

Inkssentials Glossy Accents

Jolee's Boutique Stickers Vellum Tulips

Sugarloaf Whipsers Strokes Marker (Pink and Tan)

Mounting Tape

The base of the card is 5 1/2" x 8 1/2". I scored it in the middle at 4 1/4" and then half of that at 2 1/8". I cut the umbrella out at 6" twice (once in white and once in patterned paper). I cut off all the tabs on the patterned piece, colored the umbrella handle tan, then glued the top to the white base.  It's hard to see but I added stitch lines with the tan marker to the umbrella also. I glued the blue patterned paper to a separate piece of white card stock (cut at 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"). Next, I added the popped-up umbrella (the tab from the handle goes under to the back of the separate white base). I added the Glossy Accents to the blue background and the umbrella. After it was dry, I single mounted the sentiment. I glued green patterned paper to the "inside" of the base card, added the mounted sentiment and then adhered the tulips. Finally I glued a piece of blue card stock to the back of the umbrella piece and then glued it to the easel base. Now I will confess, that before I added the blue card stock to the back, I started to glue it to the easel base but realized that I only have to glue half of it to fit on there. So that's why I added the blue card stock. Mistakes? There are NO mistakes...just lessons learned!) lol

Mary at CardzTV is giving away one of her stamp sets (your choice) to the winner of the challenge. The Challenge runs April 20, 21 and 22. Check out all the other projects also. 

I am entering this card into several other challenges:

CardzTV "April Showers" (Any occasion using an umbrella, rain boots, clouds, raindrops, puddles, etc)

My Cuttlebug Spot, Make an Easel Card

Made Especially for You, Use 3 Flowers

My Craft Spot "Make It Pop!" (Use dimension)

Fantabulous Cricut "April Showers" (Use an umbrella, rain or clouds) 

Thanks for stopping by today. (Leave a comment). Don't forget to drop by on Sat and Sun too. I have two more cards. 

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Happy Birthday Daddy

I made a card for my son for his upcoming birthday in May from his daughter, Gianna.

The inside:

Finished Card: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Materials:
Cardstock: White, Green, Yellow and Blue
Free Digital Image ( I apologize, I do not know the creator)
Spectrum Noir Markers
Inkssentials Glossy Accents
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Swiss Dots
EK Success Paper Shapers Corner Adorner Rounder Punch Large
Queen and Co Pearls, Orchid 2 Small
Embroidery Floss for Bow, Pink
Computer Printed Sentiment

I automatically thought of my son and his daughter when I saw this image. I thought it was so cute.

I used Glossy Accents on the water droplets. I rounded the corners on both image and the sentiment corners and I made the tiny bow from two threads of embroidery floss.

I thought I would enter this into two challenges...Die Cuttin' Diva's (use pastel colors) and My Craft Spot (include a sentiment on the inside and outside of a card).

Some of the family was over for Easter dinner and thought I would share two photos of two dishes I made that I had seen on Pinterest.

These are made from Crescent Rolls and I filled them with chicken salad. (They are suppose to look like carrots).

These are yummy mini chocolate trifle cakes. The top ones are a chocolate cup, filled with chocolate mousse, chocolate cake and then more mousse. The bottom ones have peanut butter in them instead of the first portion of mousse.

We didn't see Gianna on Easter, so when she came over today, we had a little egg hunt for her. I think she had a good time.

Thanks for stopping by.

imagine what you could do...