Hi, friends! I was rummaging around in a drawer in the craft room, and came across some Stampin' Up rub-ons that I didn't know I had, so decided to use them. That's the thing - I've got so much because my husband is generous and understands my passion for creating, but I know I've overdone it, and have way too much! When you find things you don't remember buying or being given, then it's time to purge, so things can be used and enjoyed. I guess my way of thinking is changing as I get older. Physical things are just that, and having more is having less of the things in life that are most important. How do you feel about it?
Welcome!
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Birthday Butterflies
Happy birthday, Julie! (a few months behind in posting - ;))
This card is so cheery, and was left behind when she moved out a few months ago. I had neglected to take a picture of it, so it's a good thing she did leave it. The card shape is called a Double Display card. I purchased them already cut and scored like this, but there are patterns for them online too. It's a very fun card to make, and so many different colors, pattern and additions can be made to it!
This card is so cheery, and was left behind when she moved out a few months ago. I had neglected to take a picture of it, so it's a good thing she did leave it. The card shape is called a Double Display card. I purchased them already cut and scored like this, but there are patterns for them online too. It's a very fun card to make, and so many different colors, pattern and additions can be made to it!
This is the card opened, and so much can be added inside! Surprise! The verses are from Verve. Thanks so much for checking in! Have a great day! |
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Delight Yourself in the Lord
Having a fantastic weekend? I am, just sitting inside in the coolness, not going outside in the 105 degree heat index sticky hot weather. Sunburns and heatstroke are two things that really make me miserable, so I don't go out much in the summer. Come on Autumn!
I love cutting out paper with new dies, and then piecing them together to see what I can come up with. These die cuts are placed over a white piece of cardstock that was embossed. The pearls were a light tan color, and I deepened the color to match the brown in the ribbon. Copic markers are great for doing that with, then I added some stamp paint on top. Psalm 37:4 is a clear stamp from Verve. Card size is 5 x 5 1/2".
Brown and teal are two of my favorite colors together. What are your favorites?
I love cutting out paper with new dies, and then piecing them together to see what I can come up with. These die cuts are placed over a white piece of cardstock that was embossed. The pearls were a light tan color, and I deepened the color to match the brown in the ribbon. Copic markers are great for doing that with, then I added some stamp paint on top. Psalm 37:4 is a clear stamp from Verve. Card size is 5 x 5 1/2".
Brown and teal are two of my favorite colors together. What are your favorites?
Rose of Encouragement
Hi! I hope you're doing well, staying cool, and enjoying the summer!
The discipleship (student) classes being held at my church have really helped me grow in Christ. One of the things we did was take a personal look at our strengths and weaknesses in many areas to determine what our spiritual gifts are. Mine turned out to be hospitality and encouragement. Whenever I hear of someone going through one of the dark valleys of life, I try to be an encouragement by sending them a card. Even my husband has asked me for a card periodically for a co-worker.
Speaking of encouragement, he has been my encourager! Mike has referred my blog to some of his friends and co-workers, and this has resulted in many orders. That is why I've been making so many pop-up box cards! Well, sometimes we need to be encouraged also, and I was told by a very smart and insightful woman that I should make a card for myself! That was an odd thing to think about, but the bible says we should love our neighbor as ourself, so if you need encouragement or cheering up for any reason, make yourself a card! I know you know how it feels to get a card in the mail from someone unexpectedly, and what a surprise when you send yourself one! I didn't recognize my own handwriting as first, so that gave me a laugh. Love and encourage yourself, as you do others!
This card is one that was so easy, but looks so elegant. I really liked how it turned out, so I'm going to have to go get some more of the Prima roses in varying colors to make more. The sentiment is from Our Daily Bread Designs. I added some fuchsia grosgrain ribbon, some vintage lace, and a little tan fancy trim. The cardstock was given to me, so I'm sorry I don't know what pad it came from.
The discipleship (student) classes being held at my church have really helped me grow in Christ. One of the things we did was take a personal look at our strengths and weaknesses in many areas to determine what our spiritual gifts are. Mine turned out to be hospitality and encouragement. Whenever I hear of someone going through one of the dark valleys of life, I try to be an encouragement by sending them a card. Even my husband has asked me for a card periodically for a co-worker.
Speaking of encouragement, he has been my encourager! Mike has referred my blog to some of his friends and co-workers, and this has resulted in many orders. That is why I've been making so many pop-up box cards! Well, sometimes we need to be encouraged also, and I was told by a very smart and insightful woman that I should make a card for myself! That was an odd thing to think about, but the bible says we should love our neighbor as ourself, so if you need encouragement or cheering up for any reason, make yourself a card! I know you know how it feels to get a card in the mail from someone unexpectedly, and what a surprise when you send yourself one! I didn't recognize my own handwriting as first, so that gave me a laugh. Love and encourage yourself, as you do others!
This card is one that was so easy, but looks so elegant. I really liked how it turned out, so I'm going to have to go get some more of the Prima roses in varying colors to make more. The sentiment is from Our Daily Bread Designs. I added some fuchsia grosgrain ribbon, some vintage lace, and a little tan fancy trim. The cardstock was given to me, so I'm sorry I don't know what pad it came from.
Thanks so much for checking in, and I hope you are happy and healthy! Please leave a comment if you'd like. Hugs!
"Surprise!"
Hello! I just had to make another one! The cheery, happy pop-up box cards! If you haven't tried one, they are not difficult, and will cheer you as you assemble it! You just can't help but smile as your put your own personal touch on it!
On this one, I used tan, burgundy, fuchsia, rose and a minty green cardstock over white. I mixed and matched the die cut flowers on the different papers, and used the green for the leaves. With the pearl centers, everything was brought together. The sentiment if from Justrite's With Sympathy stamp set.
On this one, I used tan, burgundy, fuchsia, rose and a minty green cardstock over white. I mixed and matched the die cut flowers on the different papers, and used the green for the leaves. With the pearl centers, everything was brought together. The sentiment if from Justrite's With Sympathy stamp set.
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Halloween Early
Hello! It's never too early to start stocking up on cards for specific holidays, so I've started my collection for Halloween. Here are five recents. Enjoy!
A little different matting and a touch of ribbon change the whole appearance of this card from the previous one. Don't you just love the print? |
A little more spider-webbing on a die cut background sets the stage for the "Great Pumpkin Boy" and his cat. |
Another ghosty. Love that black sparkle! |
Paisley Thinking of You
Hi, y'all! Using more of the cardstock a friend gave me that I've been bathing in (haha), this card is very cheery and colorful! I love the paisley pattern. The inside flowers are stamped with Heartfelt Creations Angel Trumpet Flower stamps, and hand-cut. Love that hummer flitting around! Very peachy!
The card is folded flat and ready to mail. |
With Sympathy
Hello! Welcome back, sweet friends! It's so sad when we lose a loved one, and it seems like several of my friends are experiencing this. Maybe it's a sign that we're getting older, but it's not something I like to go through. No one does, but I hope my cards can give someone just a tiny moment of happiness or cheer.
Stitched Blessings
Hi, again! Welcome back, and I think you'll like this new card!
I used to sew quite a bit, but haven't done so in a long time. I've machine sewn on a few cards, but haven't done a lot of hand stitching like this. I purchased a new die that punches all the little holes in oval shapes. Only one strand of embroidery floss was used, and was easy and quick to stitch by hand. Just put your needle in the next hole.
The floral-patterned cardstock is retired Stampin' Up, and I only had two sheets! I need more if anyone has any for sale!!! The flowers were stamped and punched from Heartfelt Creations stamps and dies, with Stampin' Up ink, and two rhinestones. The ribbon is from SU also. These colors are so bright and happy!
I used to sew quite a bit, but haven't done so in a long time. I've machine sewn on a few cards, but haven't done a lot of hand stitching like this. I purchased a new die that punches all the little holes in oval shapes. Only one strand of embroidery floss was used, and was easy and quick to stitch by hand. Just put your needle in the next hole.
The floral-patterned cardstock is retired Stampin' Up, and I only had two sheets! I need more if anyone has any for sale!!! The flowers were stamped and punched from Heartfelt Creations stamps and dies, with Stampin' Up ink, and two rhinestones. The ribbon is from SU also. These colors are so bright and happy!
Enjoy your summer, and thanks for leaving a comment! |
Thank You Rose for My Friends
I can't say enough about Prima's flowers! These roses come 10 to a card, and in different shades. They are just perfect!
Thank you for taking a little time out of your busy day to stop by and peek at my card. This virtual "Thank You" is for you!
A friend gave me the most exquisite pad of 12" x 12" cardstock. I have been swimming in it, rolling in it, loving it! This is just one little sheet of it! The photo could have been better, but just so you know, the skeleton leaf is gold and the edges of the card elements were sponged with gold. They look gray to me in this photo. The white half-circle die cut is from the Spellbinders Grand Decorative Circles.
I hope you are well, and enjoying life! Please come again soon!
Thank you for taking a little time out of your busy day to stop by and peek at my card. This virtual "Thank You" is for you!
A friend gave me the most exquisite pad of 12" x 12" cardstock. I have been swimming in it, rolling in it, loving it! This is just one little sheet of it! The photo could have been better, but just so you know, the skeleton leaf is gold and the edges of the card elements were sponged with gold. They look gray to me in this photo. The white half-circle die cut is from the Spellbinders Grand Decorative Circles.
I hope you are well, and enjoying life! Please come again soon!
Winged Sympathy
Bonjour! How are you today? I have been able to spend more time in the craft room, which I love. With babysitting my grandsons, I didn't have much time to create, but since I'm not doing that now, I have been able to get quite a few cards done. I went to dinner two weeks ago with my husband and his coworkers, and they ordered nine cards, so I've been busy.
I have a sympathy card to share with you today. A friend gave me some beautiful cardstock and I just had to dig right in! I haven't made too many "guy" cards, and need to. This one fits the bill.
The sentiment is from Stampin' Up, and the wing die is a new one for me from Spellbinders.
I have a sympathy card to share with you today. A friend gave me some beautiful cardstock and I just had to dig right in! I haven't made too many "guy" cards, and need to. This one fits the bill.
The sentiment is from Stampin' Up, and the wing die is a new one for me from Spellbinders.
Tuesday, July 7, 2015
Happy Birthday Pop-up Box Card
Here's another cheery pop-up box card! I can't keep them in stock, so to speak! Stampin' Up's retired paper is so pretty, and I only had one or two sheets of each, so these boxes are truly one-of-a-kind!
I hope you're having a great and crafty summer!
I hope you're having a great and crafty summer!
Faith Pop-Up Card
"Faith is the light that guides us through the darkness". What a great sentiment! Life contains periodical darkness, but my faith has pulled me through. I'm still fascinated with the pop-up box cards, and have sold several recently. Truly an amazing pattern for a surprise in a box, that one can't help by smile at when opened! This one is particularly happy and encouraging!
Thursday, July 2, 2015
If I Settle on the Far Side of the Sea
Hi! I have been so inspired by the pop-up box cards, that I can't seem to stop making them! It was butterflies before - now it's seafaring and ocean that is popping up! Thank you for taking a quick look!
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- Clare
- Mount Juliet, TN, United States
- I am a child of God, wife, mother of three, and gramma of six. I enjoy stamping, scrapbooking, beading, photography, sewing, camping, fishing, hiking and life! I am a retired dog groomer. Denver, Colorado, is where I was born and raised. I miss the snow and drier weather.
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