Stamp-a-faire Challenge 10

Hello,

I made a birthday card for my brother, who is very handy with tools!

Handy Hardware Stamp Set and Dies

Big Basics: Birthday Wishes Die

Classic Kraft and Dark Chocolate cardstock

Heavy duty foil, attached to cardstock, die cut and embossed.

Thanks for looking!

Paper: scraps and vellum

Another fun challenge is the scrap paper and vellum card by Laura Bassen...here is my version:

This card uses the Hearts cover plate, scraps of Papertrey cardstock, vellum, clear sequins, and a triple-stacked sentiment from the Bloomin' Cute dies.

Thanks for looking!

Time to get back to blogging...

Hello,

I finally retired in June of 2016, and have been "relaxing" for the last year!  I have still contributed to the Take Ten magazine, and the last one in Spring 2017 was the cover!! Yikes!  Since then, I have three cards coming out in the new issue, on newsstands September 1st, which I will post as soon as possible.

Since today is the first day of Stamp-a-faire 2017, I thought it was the best day to begin blogging again!  Here is the color scheme I chose:

 and here is my take:    

Stamp set: Reasons to Smile

  Ink and cardstock: Papertrey Ink

More later!

Published again in Take Ten!

Hello!

Life has been in such a whirlwind, that I took a break from blogging...and before you know it, a year has passed!  What brings me back today?  Well, it happened again...I got a Take Ten magazine in the mail, and I didn't order it...OMG, I was published again!  I like to send in cards now and then when I have the time to play, and then forget about it.  It never fails to amaze me when one of my creations turns up in Take Ten...it is one of those little things that makes life fun!!

Published in Take Ten!

Hi Friends,

I am so excited to share this news with you...I am published in the upcoming Autumn issue of Take Ten magazine!!  I received my advanced artist's copy last Friday, and was thrilled to find my card on page 59 - a Christmas card that I had submitted a while back.  This is one of those Little Things that put a big smile on my face!

Hugs,
Lynda

Stamp-A-Faire projects

Hello!

It was a long day, but lots of fun yesterday!!  I didn't complete every challenge, but I did manage five of them...here are the pictures:

This first one is from the Mixing Mists to Match Challenge.  I had a Royal Velvet ink refill in my Top Chef kit, so that is what I used to make the mist.  I followed Dawn's recipe, just water and ink!  I love the soft effect it gives to my background...I also used the mist sprayed on white seam binding and dyed the ribbon to match.  I used a bit of tea dye ink to age the ribbon and the lace underneath. 

This next card is the Sprinkle of Salt Challenge.  I watercolored the background, then sprinkled sea salt on it to give it a mottled look. (This was my hubby's favorite) I also used the limited edition stamp set, Reason to Smile...I love this set!

This is the Gallon/Quart/Pint Challenge.  I used a "gallon" of neutral, a "quart" of canyon clay, and a "pint" of aqua mist.

This is the Whipping Up Scent-sational Cards Challenge...I used coffee grounds as my scent...so much fun!! Can't wait to make more of this type of card!

This last card was the Limited Ingredients Challenge...exactly what it says! We were limited to these colors, the 1" strip of gray, and a round punch.  I chose to fussy cut the stamped shape (Mat Stack 3) so I technically stayed within the guidelines!  (Thanks, Dawn!!)  Since I couldn't use patterned paper, I used the flower centers stamp to make a "sprinkled" background, and I used a flower stamp to make the "buttons" (that was tough!!)

So that is all I could manage yesterday...believe me, it was so much more fun and informative to watch and read ALL of the videos and tutorials...I learned so much, and had to step outside of my comfort zone (a lot!)

Have a great week,
Lynda

PTI August Blog Hop

Hello! 

After a busy day with Stamp-A-Faire yesterday, I have one post for the PTI Blog Hop.  I chose this challenge:

and here is my card:

All stamps and ink are from PTI.  More from yesterday's event later!

Hugs,
Lynda

Just One More....

Hi!

I told you I am loving this stamp set!  I was too late to link up with the SFYTT with this card, but wanted to share it with you anyway. Can you believe it?  Three posts this week!  Take a look:

For this one, I took the sentiment literally and water-colored outside the lines...messy but fun!

That's all for today,
Lynda

Another Reverse Confetti Design

Hello again!

I am back today with another card made with my new set from Reverse Confetti called Dream in Color...I had so much fun thinking up ideas for this, that I just could not put it down!  Take a look:

For this one, I used PTI candle die cuts and turned them into crayons!  So easy and colorful...one of those Little Things that keeps me crafting! 

Back soon,
Lynda

Dream in Color!

Hello!

I know I have been MIA for quite a while, but now that things have settled into a much calmer routine, I can get back to posting!  Suffice it to say that I have been continuing to grab moments to create, but just haven't had the time to photograph and blog, if you know what I mean??

Today I have a card that I made with a stamp I bought from a new company, Reverse Confetti...I love it!!  The stamp set is called Dream in Color - take a look:

I just love the possibilities with the selection of phrases in this set!  I am looking forward to seeing what other new goodies are coming from Reverse Confetti!!  I'll have more tomorrow...

Hugs,
Lynda

What a Week!

Well hello, dear friends!

I know I have been MIA since July on the blog here, but believe me, I have not been slacking in my life!  The past few months have been busy with attending baby showers, knitting blankets and booties, and crocheting bibs...altho I made sure to throw in some papercrafting too!  The next big event in our family was to be the coming of Connor Murphy Ooms, expected to arrive in November,  so of course, we planned to have a shower for Lisa in October.  I have been busy crafting goodies and gifties and banners for the shower, which is scheduled for October 20th...however, on Tuesday, October 9, at 7:42 p.m. Connor decided to make his entrance to this world weighing in at 6 pounds 6 ounces and 18 inches - 5 weeks early!  You can imagine the scrambling we have been doing to get things ready for him...his parents thought they had lots of time still!  (Silly, first-time parents!!) 

Connor is doing great - he is such a sweet boy - very healthy, but having just a bit of trouble keeping down his formula, so he is spending a few more days in the NICU.  Lisa is doing very well, but was a bit sad at having to leave him there when she was released on Thursday.  But we are all very thrilled to have this adorable boy joining the family! I'll post pictures very soon, and hopefully, Connor will be attending his first party on October 20th!

Hugs,
Lynda

July 2012 Papertrey Blog Hop

Hello!

I have finally returned to work after a wonderful 3 weeks off, so just a quick post to play in the Papertrey Blog Hop!  Here is the challenge:



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This month's inspiration is all about pairing up beautiful summer colors as this wonderful season begins to come to a close. Put together some citrusy hues along with some pretty floral images to create the perfect project that embodies everything summer. We look forward to seeing your creations!

And here is my take:

My new order arrived yesterday, so I had a chance to play with the new set, Life is Sweet.  I used the colors as listed in the challenge, and only did two of the three layers - I stamped off once for the first layer, and then used the same color full strength for the highlight layer.  The tiny filler flower is from Natural Beauties (from Stamp-a-faire).  The vellum layer is die cut with Lacy Squares nestie, and stamped with Staz-on ink.  The primrose seam binding bow is from Ribbon Carousel, and topped with a melon berry button.

Thanks for looking!
Hugs,
Lynda

The Shabby Tea Room Challenge #122 Elegance and Lace

Hello again!

I struggle to find time to post when I am working, but this vacation-at-home stuff is fabulous...two posts in one day...Go me!

This post is dedicated to The Shabby Tea Room Challenge #122, for which I have made two cards (VACATION is the key here!) The first is the one linked to the challenge:

The challenge calls for WHITE/CREAM, KRAFT, PINK and LACE which is covered in this card - PTI kraft cardstock, pink buttons, flowers, and ribbon, green crochet lace, and white ink on the card base and on the chipboard butterfly.

This next card covers all the bases, except for kraft...I just couldn't resist putting the front piece on a pink card base with a black mat.  There is lots of pink, lace, and white, however, so I included it in this posting.

Well there you have it!  If you have a chance, try your hand at this challenge too!

Signing off now,
Lynda

Hexagon Challenge - Moxie Fab World

Hello Blog Friends!

This being on vacation at home for three weeks is fabulous, I have to say!! 

Since I have more time, I was able to create a project for the Hooked on Hexagons Challenge in the Moxie Fab World - and it was so much fun, there are two cards here for you enjoyment!  Look:

This first card uses hexagons and washi tape, along with pretty patterned paper from the "Random" 6 x 6 pad from Crate Paper...look MA, no stamping!  The buttons are tied with floss.  This one just screams "bright and sunny!" to me.

Next up is a card made entirely with PTI materials.  The hexagons are cut with the new Cover Plate: Hexagons die, and then stamped with PTI ink and the new Happy Hexagons stamp set.  The label is die-cut with the Fillable Frames #10 die, and stamped with the matching frame image, and the sentiment is from Happy Hexagons, accented with crystals.

Now it is your turn to play too! Here is the link to the challenge in the Moxie Fab World...let's see what you can come up with!

I'm off to play in another challenge...(I have got to quit my job...just kidding!)

Hugs,
Lynda

An Exciting Little Someone...

Hello Blog Friends,

Today I am going to share some preview pictures of my little grandson, Connor, who is predicted to arrive in November of this year!!  My daughter had some sonogram pictures taken this week that really show him well! Look...

So amazing what they can do now, versus 29 years ago!  Can't wait to get this little guy here and snuggle him!!

So that is the little someone who brightens my days!  Just finished knitting a blue blanket for him...on to some bibs...more card pictures to come soon!

Hugs,
Lynda

June 2012 Papertrey Blog Hop!

Hello Friends,

Today is a special day...not only a triple birthday in my family, but it is also the June 2012 Papertrey Blog Hop! Woo Hoo!  Here is a look at the picture we had as our inspiration:

This month's inspiration is a fun take on florals, ruffles & pleats...........

and here is my take, which includes a little something from each of the items pictured:

I used PTI Lemon Tart as the base card, Aqua Mist background stamped with New Leaf ink, using the Harvest Berries stamp set.  The sentiment is from Heart 2 Heart #4.  The flower is made from Aqua Mist card stock, punched, run through the crimper, and then crumpled, with a rolled mini rose made of Aqua Mist felt as its center.  This was so fun and easy to make!

Thanks for stopping by - I love it when you visit!

Hugs, Lynda

The Wedding!

Well, the day arrived on Saturday, June 2nd!  It has taken a week to recover from all of the fun and excitement!  Here are are few of the sneek peek pics we got from our talented and creative photographer, Angela Stanton of Stanton Photo Studios:

 Lisa's three sisters, (left to right) Christie, Sara, and Stephanie, helping her get into her dress

Lisa's niece Phoenix and little friend Violet looking on

Sister Christie and niece Casey helping as Lisa gets ready to walk

A little fun with the bridesmaids and that big veil!

And here are a few pictures from some of the guests:

Here they are: Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Ooms!

 Grandma Nancy, Mom Lynda, and Dad Sam

 

And a toast to the new couple from Dad

We had the best day, EVER!  All of the kids were there, and it was the most fun, relaxed party...all of the days and work leading up to this special day were absolutely worth it!  Much love to Lisa and Kenny...we gained a wonderful son-in-law, and a fun family on his side, as well as a day of happiness and laughter spent with our friends and family.  And that is the milestone little thing that gave our lives such joy on June 2, 2012!

Hugs, Lynda





Papertrey May Blog Hop Challenge

Happy Hop Day!  I have created tags for this month's hop...here they are:

First up, Tag It #12, stamped in Simply Chartreuse, layered over Limitless Layers 1 3/4 black card stock, layered over Tag Sale #2 stamped with Background Basics Gingham in Simply Charteuse!  Sponged edges with SC, added buttons of the same color, bow of black seam binding and tied with a bit of skinny black ribbon.

This second tag is Tag Sale #4, stamped with Mehndi Medallion in Smokey Shadow, edges sponged with Simply Chartreuse and then black jute glued around the embossed edge, with black seam binding and a SC button tied with jute.

Thanks for looking...have fun on the hop!

Hugs, Lynda

Berry Good Friends

Happy Sunday, blog friends!

With the wedding only weeks away, time is tight to get a word in...but today, I want to share a card that is going to some good friends of ours that we got to spend the day with on Saturday.

This is made with PTI's Strawberry Patch and Strawberry Patch Sentiments, along with a couple of Tiny Tags thrown in.  Just love how easily this card came together...some Lilybee Double Dutch paper and Cherry Cobler seam binding ribbon from SU, and there it is!

Well, Sam's calling me to dinner, so we'll talk again soon!

Hugs,

Lynda

A Couple of Cards for You...

Hello again,

It is getting to be the end of the semester, and lots of activities to keep up with, so not much blogging time lately!  Sorry for the delay!  As I mentioned before, my son is graduating on May 24, so I thought a card of congratulations was in order:

I used Papertrey Ink stamps for the scene, and Stampin' Up! for the sentiment.  I hand-drew the mortar board, cut it out, popped it up on a pop dot, and added twine as a tassle.  The balloons are made from the Tiny Tags sets, and popped up as well.

Next up,  I recently went to the birthday dinner of an old, dear friend...hmmmm, that doesn't sound right does it?!  Anyway, we have known each other since high school, and I am NOT going to tell you how long ago THAT was ;-)

This is the card I gave her - with a Starbuck's gift card tucked inside, yum!  I used PTI stamps on this one as well, with digital paper from iralamijashop, and crinkle ribbon from Memriemare.  Love those Etsy shops!!

Well, it has been a very busy weekend, and I need a little stamp time, so I will get busy, 'cause that is one of the little things that makes me smile!

Hugs,
Lynda