Play Date Cafe - You're Special to Me!

It's a fun card making day for me!

Today starts the new Play Date Cafe challenge. This week's color story includes: Navy blue, Stone, and Peach. What an elegant color combo!

I usually create something other than a card for my PDCC project, but the colors really motivated me to make a card this week.

I used some pretty Teresa Collins paper and a fab SRM sticker for the sentiment.

Our sponsor this week is Tami Mayberry Stamps. Be sure to check out the details on the PDCC blog.

 

And remember, your project can be anything crafty just as long as

it follows this week's color story. Can't wait to see what ya make!

 

Supplies:
Paper: Teresa Collins - Everyday Moments
Sticker Sentiment - SRM - Thinking of You
Flower & Pearl Gem - Martha Stewart Crafts
Ribbon - Really Reasonable Ribbon

Come Back Summer...Come Back!!!

 

For some reason it was hard for me to go back to school this year. I really, really, really did not want summer to end. I wish it would come back. It went by waaaaaaay too fast....sigh....{insert sad face}.

 

At least I can live out the fond memories of summer with the new dies from Lifestyle Crafts!

 

Here they are ... Introducing the "Pool Party" Dies!

 

 

 

 

This brand new collection is a limited edition release and only available while supplies last, so get yours before they're gone!

 

I really love the bright & colorful shapes. They will look great on all of your summertime projects.

 

Let me show you these adorable dies in action...

 

Here's a tag that I made using the yummy Frozen Treat die.

 

 

Don'tch just love these new goodies? Be sure to get yours in the Lifestyle Crafts store! Their dies work in all leading die cutters. And as always - {Save 20%} using code - COKIE

 

I really heart this collection!



A Charming Frame

Have you ever created something and just

didn't like the end result?

Well...that's what happened to me when I made a frame for LESSology Challenge #8 - Frame of Life. I made a different frame than the one you see here today. After staring at the original one for hours, I decided that I really didn't like it very much. {LOL}

Here's my frame design re-do!

{I like this one much better!}

My flowers had missing pearls, so I recycled some and added them to the middle of each bloom. The ribbon that I used was ripped in the middle. I used some extra thread that I had lying around to patch it up for this frame.

The frame is from Ikea. The beautiful birdcage paper & brad are from My Mind's Eye - Blush "Beautiful Girl" collection.

Be sure to stop by the LESSology blog to enter this fun contest. You have until December 25th to link up your entries. We have a fabulous prize pack from Really Reasonable Ribbon.

Taking Back Some "Me Time"

I'm finally starting to put my creative cap on a bit more and am trying to spend more time in my craft room. I have one of those multi-tasker type of personalities where I'm doing a million things at once....all the time....you should see my date planner...and my to do list...sigh...

So I'm going to start dedicating a day to myself to spend all day in my craft room ,or hanging out with a friend at Archivers, or finding some hideaway spot to create. And I'm not gonna feel guilty about it either. I work so hard all week...can a sistah get just one day to herself to craft...geesh...LOL

So I'm taking back some "Me Time" and doing what I love to do most.

Here's my first "Me Time" card that I made. I had sooo much fun making it too. {I think my sister is still trying to find out why I get so geeky excited about crafting all day...she just doesn't get it does she?} LOL

I'm playing along with the ladies at the Pixie Dust Paperie for their "Birdsong" challenge and over at Scrapbookers Anonymous for their Letter "C" contest. I used loads of (c)hipboard on this card.

How do you get your "Me Time" in during the week?

{P.S. - The pretty ribbon is from Really Reasonable Ribbon and the kraft goodies are from The Kraft Outlet}

The Kraft Journal - Bucket of Spooky Fun

Today is Guest Design day at The Kraft Journal!

This week's challenge is:
"Spooky Stuff"

I dressed up a mini acrylic bucket using kraft cardstock from The Kraft Outlet. Their cardstock is durable and sturdy enough to use on your altered projects.

I also added fun Halloween stickers and orange gingham

ribbon from Really Reasonable Ribbon.

Hop on over to The Kraft Journal to play along with us.

And be sure to order your kraft goodies from The Kraft Outlet.

Glitter & Shine!

I'm putting the spotlight on the wonderful

 Really Reasonable Ribbon Shop today!

Bonnie has great products in her store. One of my faves is the glitter ric rac.

Look at the pretty shine!

I made a flat card and added it to the front of a kraft gift bag. The doily mixed with fun MME paper made this project extra fun for me.

Now is a great time to hop on over to the Really Reasonable Ribbon shop. There are loads of ribbon goodies that are perfect for your homemade gifts, cards, and packages.

http://www.reasonableribbon.com

If you like challenges be sure to play in the 

RRR challenge - "Fun 4 Fall"

Create a card, layout, multi media piece, tag, ATC, hair bow, you name it. Just be sure to follow the theme above and use ribbon/lace or trim somewhere on your project. You can find more details on the RRR Blog. 

While you are here please feel free to grab the RRR button for your blog.

  

P.S. - LESSology's - Wall Art Challenge starts today. Be sure to hop on over to check out the details. Here are some sneak peeks for ya. Hope you play along with us!

Have a Happy Monday!

October Fun & A Giveaway!

Hey ya'll! I'm finally back after having "camera fits" all week. I'm going shopping at Best Buy today. Hopefully I can find one in my price range. Wish me luck! {if you have a recommendation please let me know.}

Since I've been gone so much this week, I wanted to give away some new paper goodies. {Keep reading to the end for the giveaway details.}

In the meantime, if you like Halloween I hope you all will play along in the fun challenge going on at Really Reasonable Ribbon. There's a fun prize up for grabs too. You can play along HERE!

I mixed polka dots, Creative Charms Halloween sparkle stickers, RRR lace trim and orange ribbon. Be sure to visit the RRR Store to get your ribbon goodies today!

Now for my fun giveaway!

There's a bunch of new paper collections out right now.

One of my faves is from Little Yellow Bicycle.

Just comment below and I will pick one winner to receive this gorgeous "Hello Fall" paper & embellies from LYB.

I'll announce the winner next Saturday, October 8th.

Good Luck & Have a Happy Weekend.

"Boo" Treats!

It's Challenge Day at Really Reasonable Ribbon!

The theme for Challenge #32 is "Autumn"

Create a card, layout, multi-media piece, tag, ATC, hair bow, you name it. Just be sure to use ribbon/lace or trim somewhere on your project.

Autumn reminds me of Halloween time so I "dressed up" some treats to pass out at my school. 

I used some "healthy" treats and made the the tags out of My Little Shoebox paper, RRR baker's twine, gingham ribbon, and Halloween Pumpkin ribbon.

Be sure to link your "Autumn" creations to the RRR blog by Sept. 27th! The winner will receive a $10 gift certificate to Really Reasonable Ribbon.

Hop Along with Me

**For the City Crafter Challenge click {HERE}

Welcome & thank you for stopping by today for the Really Reasonable Blog Hop. I hope you like my altered "Baby Shower" envelope made with pink glitter ric rac ribbon.

Make sure to leave a comment on the RRR post and answer a question for the chance to win something special! If you get lost along the way please be sure to start at the RRR blog! Now it's time to head on to Crystal's blog...

And be sure to check out the September RRR Ribbon Club 

Happy Hopping !

Alter Somethin' Days - Spooky Treats

Welcome to the second installment of my new bi-weekly feature that will show crafters the fun of making altered projects!

Every other Monday I'll have a new project for you!

Today's project is - "Spooky Treat Bags"

I love quick & easy and these are so fun to make.

Here's how you make your own:

1. Get yourself some bitty bags.

{I got mine from the RRR store}

2. Get your favorite paper & punch out a fun shape.

{I used the 2-3/8" punch from Stampin Up!}

3. Adhere your punch to the bitty bag & top it off

with fun Halloween stickers.

{I got mine from the Creative Charms store}

4. Add some colorful twine.

5. Fill each bag with your fave goodies.

Here's a close-up shot!

Love this little bat.

{the paper I used is from My Little Shoebox}

Hope you find inspiration from my new feature!

To see more of my altered projects click {Here}

And if you love altered projects be sure to play along in our fun challenges at LESSology.

http://lessology.blogspot.com

Sew Crafty!

I'm Moxie Fabbin' it today!

Just love the sketches over there. You just gotta check them out.

The Horizontal Sketch Challenge

I used some My Little Shoebox goodies that I won from Beckyjune's blog. I added some RRR twine to the spools for extra added fun.

The scissors & sentiment fit right in with the theme too.

I've gotta play with more of these sketches.

They are so fun!

Card Supplies:

Cardstock (Bazzill); Patterned Paper (My Little Shoebox - Sew Cute "Handmade"); Cardstock Stickers (MLS - Sew Cute); Baker's Twine (Divine Twine)

Little Alien Birthday

Happy Weekend!

It's been a whirlwind of a week for me with back to school time upon us here in Texas. I've got my classroom all ready to go for Monday! It's gonna be a great school year!!!

 I'm stocking up on birthday cards and here's my latest!

I added some fun Really Reasonable Ribbon. Love that orange gingham. You can find it {HERE}!

I love to use SRM Stickers on my cards too!



This little rocket ship full of adorable aliens makes me SMILE!

{Crate Paper makes it}

Hope you all have a happy weekend!

If your kiddos start school on Monday tell them to

have a great school year!!!

P.S. Check out this DT Call - {HERE}

Keep It Clean!

I'm kicking off my Monday with the Really Reasonable Ribbon - "Keep It Clean" Challenge. Your mission {if you choose} is to create a CAS card and play along with us {HERE}.

I added an October Afternoon "Helpful Sally" vintage card to the front. I love how she is helping her mommy clean the house. Don'tcha just wish all kids were this eager to clean? (smile)

I also added some beautiful RRR White Crochet Lace and a Creative Charms Red Vintage Poppy to the bottom. I think it keeps the look crisp and clean.

Now what are you waiting for?

Link up your CAS cards today. There's an AWESOME prize up for grabs. And be sure to visit the RRR Store for all of your ribbon goodies.

And be sure to pop over to the LESSology Blog today.
There's another special announcement and
a Big Giveaway from Gauche Alchemy.
http://lessology.blogspot.com