Monthly Archives: June 2011

Jun 28

Back in the saddle

Fingers crossed I am indeed! As I sat back to a card this afternoon, it came together effortlessly, and I enjoyed the process like I never did in the last week. I needed a break badly, I reckon. I still do, as much as I need to re-evaluate my (crazy) hobby and the amount of time that I devote to it.
I’m nowhere near quitting anything, don’t worry :) I will just start doing things at a slower pace, and concentrate more on other fun things that the craft world offers, including designing stamps. I’m sure there are many more exciting adventures around the corner, and I don’t want to burn out before they come :)
Anyhoo, here’s the card for you… you’ve got to excuse the yellowish photo - there’s a strong sun coming through my window, and I can’t for the life of me, make things any better right now.
(Update: I took a new photo… that’s better!)

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Supplies: cardstock: recycled kraft, PTI (Rustic Cream), American Crafts (red, pink); paper: My Mind’s Eye (Alphabet Soup); stamps: Flourishes (Apple Of My Eye); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Distress Ink (Frayed Burlap); Copics; Nestabilities Circles/Scalloped Circles; QuicKutz embossing folder (Diamonds & Dots); lace; ribbon; fabric brad; Liquid Pearls (Petal Pink)

The challenges I had in mind, when making this one are: TSTR68 - My Favorite Things (I used my favourite brand of papers ATM, my best loved Flourishes stamp set, and all-time favs: ribbon & lace); The Ribbon Reel challenge #5 - Summer Fruit (inspiration below); and the lovely sketch from Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #75:Link

Thanks for bearing with me - you’re the best bunch of peeps EVAH!! :)
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Jun 27

Two

Ok, so I thought I’d try on a little ‘leisurely’ stamping, but I see that I’m still struggling to find my mojo. These are the two cards that I made, you be the judge!

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Supplies: cardstock: PTI (Plum Pudding, Melon Berry, Rustic White); stamps: PTI (Blooming Button Bits, Mat Stack 1 - with die, Delightful Doilies, Polka Dot Basics); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black, Rose Bud, Sweet Plum), Distress Ink (Frayed Burlap); Nestabilities Circles; satin ribbon: Sullivans; buttons

I made it with Card Patterns sketch 121, and the colours of Moe’s Wacccky Challenge at A Passion For Papertrey blog. If only not my creative blockade… I’m really liking the idea of drawing the colours from a hat. I did some trial draws, to see what combinations I’ll come up with, and heck, there were some really fun ones (where fun means mostly that I’d never put them together myself…lol)

Another one, quite simple design. I tried to be creative with my stamping… I’m not sure whether I like the effect (I’d put things together more neatly next time), but here goes…

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Supplies: cardstock: American Crafts, white; paper: October Afternoon; stamps: Waltzingmouse Stamps (Asian Gardens Additions); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Versa Magic (Sea Breeze); American Crafts Thickers; BG10 Copic; black pen

This time I played with WMSC53. I wanted the clouds to picture the horizontal panels, but I can see that the sentiment works too :)

As always, thank you for paying me a visit! Have a goodie,
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Jun 27

TSG113 - A challenge to DIE for!

Hello, sweets! I’m sorry for my absence lately, I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather and sicky. My mojo decided to go on vacation, and I don’t want to risk spending time on the card, only to discover that it turned out terrible :)
However, after a couple of days of taking it easy, I’m seeing progress, and I might give a little catch-up with challenges a go later today…

My Trendsetter week starts today on the TSG blog, and I launch it with a fun challenge.
All I ask you to do, is to use at least three different dies or punches on your card/project.
Easy peasy, might I add :)
I inked up the fabulous and hilarious Domestic Goddess set, for my sample:

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Supplies: cardstock: American Crafts (green, red, PTI (Aqua Mist), white; paper: October Afternoon; stamps: There She Goes (Domestic Goddess); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black); Copics; Nestabilities Ovals/Scalloped Ovals/Labels 18; border punch: EK Success; buttons; flowers; baker’s twine; Sprinkles: AnnaBelle Stamps

The sketch comes from VLVJun2011 Week 4 challenge:


To be eligible for the giveaway, you are to create a card that uses three different dies/punches and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (July 4). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the look out to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG113 so we can check out your beautiful work!

Hugs and smiles,
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Jun 25

PTI June Blog Hop

I thought I’d challenge my fading mojo, and tried on one more card tonight. I would’ve normally try to sleep it over, but I skipped one or two months of Papertrey Ink Blog Hops, and I really wanted to join in this time around - especially that there’s some very interesting inspiration photo provided:

I wanted to make a gradient card for a while now, and the inspiration seemed nothing but fitting. I incorporated the punched borders, for added interest and to suit the other two challenges that I’m entering this card into : Beautiful Borders Challenge in the Moxie Fab World, and CFC#8 - Getting Edgy.

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Supplies: cardstock: PTI (Aqua Mist, Hibiscus Burst, Berry Sorbet, Melon Berry, Sweet Blush, Spring Moss, Simply Chartreuse, Ripe Avocado), white; stamps: PTI (Say It With Style, Turning A New Leaf); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black, Summer Sky), Versa Magic (Spanish Olive); RV04 Copic; sewing machine; border punch: Fiskars; buttons; glitter glue

Night, everyone :) Thank you so much for stopping by! xxx
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Jun 25

Sketchbook Saturday Challenge #17

Good evening, sweethearts!
I hope your weekend is off to a great start. I wish mine was way longer than two days, we’re almost halfway through and I feel like the day run through at warp speed… *sigh*
Here’s my next sketch for you!

I’m experiencing quite a severe lack of mojo tonight. So… no exciting samples from me, I’m afraid. this one just about passed the acceptable mark 😉

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Supplies: cardstock: American Crafts, PTI (Rustic White); paper: Kaisercraft; stamps: Inkadinkado (Best Friends), PTI (Fancy Flourishes); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black, London Fog), PTI (Fresh Snow), Distress Ink (Pumice Stone); Copics; Nestabilities Scalloped Circles; Score Buddy; buttons; white pen: Signo

My colours were inspired by Tuesday Trigger: Lovely as a Lullaby.

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A few things to keep in mind if you decide to use my sketch:
- You’re kindly asked to save the image onto your computer first, and if you make a card based on it, please link back to this post.
- If you upload your card to an online gallery, please use the code SSC17.
- Please share the link to your creation via the Inlinkz widget, so that I can come and check it out. I would love to see what you did with it!
- The colours/elements mean nothing towards the card. All styles, colours and supplies, as well as slight alterations of the sketch are welcome.
- A new sketch and sample is posted every Saturday, but you’re welcome to play any time! Just leave a link in the comments section after Inlinkz widget closes.

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Have fun with it :)
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Jun 23

A CASE of friendship

Yet another post for you today, folks! Make sure you’ll scroll down for my CASE Study post, as well as the last TSG Blog Hop for June… some exciting things are going on ATM :)

I finally got around to playing with the current Free 4 All challenge on SCS, called “A CASE of friendship” (F4A69). It took me a while to pick an artist and the card, I would have at least a dozen of them that I’d readily CASE. I settled down for this amazing card, by my sweet friend Eva Dobilas (tradergirl). I love the card, and I love the person who made it… perfect combination :)

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Supplies: cardstock: white, American Crafts (green, pink); paper: Basic Grey, Pink Paislee; stamps: There She Goes (Blossom By Blossom, Forever); ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Versa Color (Celadon); Copics; Nestabilities Labels 18; sewing machine; border punch: EK Success; ribbon: SU!, stash; string: AnnaBelle Stamps; pinking scissors; Liquid Pearls (Petal Pink, Pastel Raspberry); flowers

I also picked up a colour inspiration from TSTR67, and I’m playing with Wild Orchid Challenge #26 - Shabby Chic Friendship.

I hope you like the card… it took me ages to make, but it was so much fun too. HA!
Take care, and have a fabby day!
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