Sunday, December 30, 2012

Time to Thank You


Sometimes it's a challenge to use part of a pattern in some patterned papers for cards. This paper seemed to design the card itself.  I like the script and clock patterns next to the squared circle. The circle was the perfect size for a Thank You stamp.


I was able to use a smaller clock part of the paper for a button and some of the black and white chevron  ribbon for an embellishment.

Supplies Used:
Red Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics
Black Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics
All About Me 6x6 Paper ~Webster's Pages
Black & White Striped Twill Ribbon ~May Arts
Clear Button ~Close To My Heart
Thank You Stamp ~Will 'n Way
Tuxedo Black Dye Ink ~Memento

Especially FUR You


What a cute puppy, right? This is Bailey Christmas ~digital image by Hambo Stamps. The Hambo Hoedown Challenge for this week was Anything Goes.


He is so cute, I can't decide whether to use this tag as part of a Thank You note for one of this year's Christmas presents or save him for next year's gift.

Supplies Used:
Bailey Christmas Digital Image ~Hambo Stamps
Red Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics
2x3 Tag Cut ~Artiste Cricut Cartridge
White Polka Dot Red Ribbon ~My Stash
B000  BV25  E23  E25  R20  R29  R89  YG67 ~Copic Sketch Markers

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Holiday Tangled Pig








The Hambo Hoedown Challenge for this past week was to make an Easel Card. I've never made one so I thought I'd try.  I used the Pig Tangle ~digital image by Hambo Stamps.


I finally got to use some May Arts red & white twill striped ribbon. I really like the pattern but sometimes it is hard to incorporate into a design. I think the jolly pig turned out cute.

Hope you all have a Merry Christmas!

Supplies Used:
Green Paper ~My Stash
Red & White Striped Paper ~My Stash
Black Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics
Polka Dots Embossing Folder ~Cuttlebug
Red & White Twill Striped Ribbon ~May Arts
Pig Tangle Digital Image ~Hambo Stamps
R20  R29  RV00  YG06  Y28 ~Copic Sketch Markers

Monday, December 10, 2012

You Light My Fire!


I'm considering giving this cutie to my Cutie!  The Hambo Hoedown Challenge for this week is to make a masculine card.  I used Dragon -digital image by Hambo Stamps.


I thought a simple card with bold colors would be perfect.  And you know I can't resist beady eyes.

Supplies Used:
Yellow Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics Juicy Pack
Purple Paper ~My Stash
Dragon Digital Image ~Hambo Stamps
Frame Cut ~Hero Arts
Corner Chomper ~We R Memory Keepers
Black Brads ~My Stash
BV13  YG00  YG06 ~Copic Sketch Markers

Sunday, December 9, 2012

U and Me 4ever






I made this card for the OWH Sketch Challenge #148


I had fun using distress ink on a tag cut and other paper elements. This stamp can be used with a ticket cut from the Artiste cartridge but I like it here on the tag.


This is my version of the OWH Sketch Challenge #149.


I really like being able to emboss a background to complement a shape I have cut.  The gear is a fun and unexpected shape.

Supplies Used:
A Happy Heart patterned paper ~My Mind's Eye 6x6 pack
Cranberry Cardstock ~DCWV
Tuxedo Black ~Memento Dye Ink
Perfect Plumeria ~Versa Magic Chalk Ink
Cranberry Organza Ribbon ~My Stash
Pumice Stone ~Ranger Distress Ink
Frames Tags Borders Stamps ~Close To My Heart
Tag with Heart ~Artiste Cricut Cartridge
Corner Chomper ~We R Memory Keepers
Score Board ~Martha Stewart

This & That: Charming Collection Kit ~Echo Park Paper Co
Dark Turquoise Cardstock ~DCWV Harvest Gathering  Pad
Gear 2.5" ~Artiste Cricut Cartridge
Tuxedo Black ~Memento Dye Ink
Year Round Sentiment ~OWH Hero Arts Clear Stamps
Clockworks Embossing Folder ~Cuttlebug

Miss You


This is my entry for the Delightful Inspiration December Layout Sketch Challenge.


I really like using text patterned paper as a background.  It adds some interest without taking away the focus from the rest of the elements.


This is my version of the Delightful Inspiration December Card Sketch Challenge.


I really like the crossword paper. I added my own "Across" and colored a gray gem to mimic the lights on the camera paper.

Supplies Used:
This & That: Charming Collection Kit ~Echo Park Paper Co
Turquoise Cardstock ~DCWV Harvest Gathering
Tea Dye ~Ranger Distress Ink
Tuxedo Black ~Memento Dye Ink
Year Round Sentiment ~OWH Hero Arts Clear Stamp Set

This & That: Charming Collection Kit ~Echo Park Paper Co
Black Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics
Gray Square Gem ~Webster's Pages
R89 ~Copic Sketch Marker
Tuxedo Black ~Memento Dye Ink
Year Round Sentiment ~OWH Hero Arts Clear Stamp Set

Thanks a Bunch


I've been wanting to add more Cricut cuts to my cards lately so when I saw the OWH ODBD December Challenge that asked for flowers, I thought these would be perfect.  {Thank you Betsy for letting me borrow this cute cartridge}


I've also been wanting to see how I can use Copic markers with my cuts.  I tried to add some dimension to the flowers by putting a little color on the bottom.  What do you think? 

Supplies Used:
Flower 4 Simply Charmed Cartridge ~Cricut
Pink & Turquoise Cardstock ~Bazzill Basics Juicy Pack
Cream & Pink Herringbone Paper ~Love Story Pack Bazzill Basics
Thanks a Bunch stamp ~Dear Lizzy
Tuxedo Black ~Memento Dye Ink
Ivory Satin Ribbon ~My Stash
Scallop Punch ~EK Success
Heavy Duty Vertical Slot Punch ~EK Success
Corner Chomper ~We R Memory Keepers
Pink Square Gems ~Webster's Pages
Herringbone Embossing Folder ~Cuttlebug
BG11  R81 ~Copic Sketch Markers