So Bloomin' Wonderful ~ Power Poppy

It's Friiiiiiiiiday!!!  Woo-Hoo!! And being that it's Friday, I have a Power Poppy card to share with you!  Today I used one of the most recent digital images called Wish You Luck.  Now this is a bouquet of clovers, but shoot, I thought they looked like hearts, so why not color them with pinks and reds with a hint of yellow and orange?  So, that's what I did.  The sentiment is from the clear set called Bloomin' Wonderful.

I also added a bit of sparkle along with a few embellishments.  Everything was colored with Copics, and distressed with some Antique Linen Distress Ink by Ranger.

Here's a list of the Bloom Brigaders who also have something to share today:

• Cindy Lawrence
• Kathy Jones
• Katie Sims
• Leslie Miller
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker---you are here

Copics:  Clovers:  R29, R24, R22, RV29, RV25, RV23, Y13 Bitty Blossoms: YR18, YR16, YR00, Y13 Ribbon:  E44, E42, E41, W5, W3, W1 Leaves:  YG97, YG17, YG13

That's it for me today everyone!!  I hope you enjoy your weekend!!

   Happy Stamping!

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Stamps:  Wish You Luck, Bloomin' Wonderful (Power Poppy)

Paper:  X-Press It, Tales of You and Me (Prima), Vintage Cream (PTI)

Ink:  Printer, Onyx Black (Versafine), Antique Linen (Ranger Distress)

Dies:  Bitty Blossoms (Spellbinders), Small Exotic Butterflies (Cheery Lynn Designs)

Accessories:  Copics, Felt, Silk Ribbon (Stamp Simply Ribbon Store), Quickie Glue Pen, Stardust Stickles, Dew Drops (Robin's Nest), Dazzling Diamonds Glitter (SU!), Paper Doily, Sewing Machine, Dimensional Tape

Power Poppy ~ Well Played

 

Welcome back friends!!  I am so excited to share a fabulously fun new Power Poppy set with you today, called Well Played, and it has the most adorably "hip" images with coordinating sentiments.  My daughter lamented that she's never seen a "record" irl (in real life), after I told her I made today's card to look like a record.  I was ashamed of myself.  I actually have a couple and never shared them with her.  And I was a DJ for 3 years at the local Christian Radio station while in college.  In fact, that was the career path I was on before I got engaged to a Dairy Farmer.  No time for radio stations after that.  I had to help with the business.   

Now isn't this vintage record player just the cutest?!?!?!   And the sentiments are just super fun!!

To make the record, I just layered a bunch of circle dies (Standard and Grand - Spellbinders), and embossed them after cutting out the largest one.  Easy-peasy!  I love the effect.  Okay...I went a little crazy with the sequins, but seriously...we're talking the 70's here.  ;)

That's it y'all!!  Now be sure and check out what the following Bloom Brigaders have to share today.  They're always quite the inspiration!!

• Allison Cope
• Christine Okken
• Cindy Lawrence
• Kathy Jones
• Katie Sims
• Leslie Miller
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker---you are here 

Copics:  BG07, BG05, BG02, BG00, R29, R24, R22, YR07, YR04, YR02, Y17, Y08, Y06, Y02, G19, G14, G12, E29, E37, E34, E31, C8, C5, C3, C1

Thanks for stopping by!  I hope you'll stop again tomorrow for another Power Poppy Peek.

   Happy Stamping!

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Stamps:  Well Played (Power Poppy)

Paper:  Black and White (PTI), Turquoise (Bazzill)

Dies: Standard and Grand Circles (Spellbinders), Say What? (Cheery Lynn Designs)

Accessories:  Copics, Sequins 

Distress Spray Stain: Yee~Haw Birthday

I made these two cards right around Christmas and never got around to sharing them.  So I thought I would do so today.  I had some fun playing around with Tim Holtz's Distress Spray Stains, and made two different cards with the same paper.  I used Mustard Seed, Barn Door, Orange Marmalade, Tarnished Brass, Vintage Photo and a touch of Black Soot.  

I started by spritzing my watercolor paper with water and then adding the colors letting them run together.    If you let the paper dry in between colors they will stay separate, but I wanted mine to blend more. 

For my first card, I thought the colors would make a good sunset, so I combined two Waltzingmouse sets:  Way Out West and Back in the Saddle  
They're stamped with Onyx Black Versafine

Using the same distressed watercolor paper, I gave my second card an entirely different look.  I just used some stencils, dies and debossing folders.  No stamps on this one.  The gears were diecut out of adhesive backed metal.  I added a bit of Black Stazon to give them some dimension.  The sentiment was made using a Shadow Press Debossing folder by Tim Holtz (Sizzix).  I just sanded it a bit after running it through my die-cutting machine.

The rest is pretty explanatory.  I have the entire supply list at the bottom.

But, before you leave, you should head on over to Waltzingmouse Stamps!!  Claire is having a 40% off Retiring sets sale.  And there are only a few left.

 

Thank you so much for dropping by.  I hope I've inspired you to try some Distress Stains.  They are super fun!  And Waltzingmouse Stamps has just the variety of images to make each card unique.

  Happy Stamping!

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Western Birthday

Stamps:  Way Out West, Back in the Saddle (Waltzingmouse)

Paper:  Watercolor, Kraft, White and Black (PTI)

Ink:  Onyx Black (Versafine), Black Soot (Ranger Distress)

Accessories:  Woodgrain Embossing Folder (Sizzix), Distress Stains, Twine, Metal Dot

Geared Birthday

Paper:  Watercolor, Black (PTI), Adhesive Backed Metal (Ranger)

Ink:  Black Soot (Ranger Distress)

Dies:  Gears (Cheery Lynn Designs), Shoot (Spellbinders)

Accessories:  Metal Gears (Ranger), Debossing Folders (Sizzix), Numbered Stencil (Tim Holtz) 

 

You're Special! Be Yourself!

Wow!  It's been awhile since I've posted here.  I'm sorry for the lack of consistency, but in my defense, it's been a busy summer, like most of you experience.  I had to fly to the Midwest for a wedding only to return and have my son and his fiance (they both live out of state) visit for a week.  And since she was in the area, we put on a Bridal Shower for her.  That meant creating gifts and decorating, along with sightseeing since she'd never been to the area before.  I'm exhausted, but we had the most fabulous time!


So, now on to my card for this week's Power Poppy Peep of the Week Challenge.  I chose to use one of the succulents from the Sassy Succulents set.  I love the encouraging sentiments Marcy has included.  My daughter is quite independent in her appearance and view on life, and I embrace it,  although others don't always accept her uniqueness.  She has bright red hair, and likes unique earring cuffs. (She only has one piercing in each ear.)  I think she's just beautiful, but others can be a bit harsh in their judgements.  Ironically, she is a Church Music Coordinator major in college.  And Christians can be some of the hardest judges.  But, one of the many beauties of God, is that he gives us free will, and that gives us liberty to express ourselves in our own way, and others are allowed to form their own opinions.  And that's okay.

I made this card for my daughter this week to celebrate her, and to let her know I love her just the way she is.  The sentiment says: "You're Special!  Be yourself!!  I LOVE that.  God made each of us unique.  And we may not understand how others do their make-up, dress, decorate their yards or houses, or even their own bodies.  And that's okay.  God loves us, and we need to love ourselves the way he created us!!

Okay, enough of my soap box.  ;)  I don't usually share personal stuff much on my blog.  I'm pretty shy that way.  But this card is special to me, and I wanted to explain a bit why this set is so near to my heart.

I colored the succulent and pot with Copics, cut it out, and adhered it to decorative paper.  I also included texture in my card.  I was inspired by yesterday's "Ways To Use It" Challenge (WT487) over at Splitcoaststampers.com  I embossed the background panel with the Bricks and Bark M-Bossibilities folder by Spellbinders.  I then sanded it and added some depth with Vintage Photo Ranger Distress Ink. I also added texture by using a Copper Pearl Pen on the Hinge, and the leaves are not glued down, so they flow a bit freely from the card.

That's it for me today.  Be sure to visit the other Bloom Brigade Blogs for some more inspiration!

• Allison Cope
• Christine Okken
• Cindy Lawrence
• Dawn Burnworth
• Julie Koerber
• Leslie Miller
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker ---you are here

Here are the Copics I used:  G28, G24, G21, E39, E37, E33, E31, T5, VO6, 0 (Colorless Blender)

Happy Stamping my friends!!

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Stamps:  Sassy Succulents (Power Poppy)

Paper:  Memorabilia (Teresa Collins), Cryogen White, Kraft (PTI)

Ink:  Tuxedo Black (Memento), Vintage Photo (Ranger Distress), Smokey Gray and Black Onyx (Versafine)

Accessories:  Copics, Bricks and Bark M-Bossibilities (Spellbinders), Hinge dies (Cheery Lynn Designs), Copper Pearl Pen, Sanding Block 

Waltzingmouse Father's Day

For my Power Poppy post, click HERE.

I'm sharing a project over on the Waltzingmouse Stamps Team Talk Blog right now.  Click HERE to check it out.

Flourishes Free for all Friday

Friday has come around again! We hope you have some fun plans for the weekend, and even better, some creativity planned in there. Our Design Team has pulled together some beauties again today with items in the store that are now discounted even more! Woo Hoo! It's week three of our six-week Gambler's Sale and we're stepping up the discount again -- this time to 30% off store wide! With that kind of discount, some of your favorite sets on your wish list won't last long!

I used the set Berry Sweet Frames.  I thought it would work beautifully with some Valentine themed paper.  I stamped the frame image with Red Brick (VersaMagic) onto Flourishes Classic Ivory Card stock, and diecut it with the Perfectly Pierced Classic Frame die set.  The sentiment was stamped and diecut the same.  I added a diecut border and tuxedo bow to the top and voila...Clean, Crisp and classy.

Now, about the Gambler's Sale...Why is this sale a gamble? Well, ALL of the items now in the store will be going, going, gone -- never to return again. So, if you see something you really want -- buy it now or take a gamble to see how low the price will go! Like we said, this week everything is 30% off with the code GAMBLERS30. Just use that code in the coupon box at the time of check out to get 30% off your entire order, even on already reduced sale prices! Each Monday, between now and February 24th, we'll be adding another 10% off! So that means this coming Monday if you gamble longer...the discount is 40% off. While you're shopping, be sure to check out this special deal!


Our MYSTERY BAGS were WILDLY popular in the past and so, why not bring them back? Each bag is valued at roughly $40 but... you pay only $25!!! Each bag has two stamp sets -- YES TWO! One is an unpackaged set that we cannot sell because it doesn't have an index sheet. But, it stamps perfectly and would love a new home! Each bag also has a fun tutorial sheet showcasing a card or technique. Add in a few yards of ribbon and an embellishment and that is what is in each Mystery Bag. It's one heck of a bargain! Click HERE to visit the store and pick one up today! Now here’s some of our Senior Design Team with fabulous things to show to you! If you love their creation and want to make one just like it -- don’t gamble too long!

• Allison Cope
• Christine Okken
• Cindy Lawrence
• Julie Koerber
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker

Have fun shopping! Don't forget the code GAMBLERS30 -- and remember that once these items are gone they will be gone forever!

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope you have an awesome inspired weekend!
Happy stamping!

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Stamps:  Berry Sweet Frames (Flourishes)

Paper:  Flourishes Classic Ivory, Smitten (Authentique)

Ink:  Red Brick (VersaMagic), Onyx Black (Versafine)

Accessories:  Perfectly Pierced Classic Frame die set (Flourishes), Lilith Doily Edger and Pretty Pretty Bows dies (Cheery Lynn Designs)

Flourishes July Release Preview ~ Day 2

Dappled summer light and pretty flowers, don't you sometimes wonder what sweet little creatures might be visiting your flower garden? Today we have a precious set to show you that might just have you believing in fairies! It's called Garden Fairies.

Add a dash of whimsy with these sweet little ladies who love to flutter and fly through the garden. This set, penned by Lauren Pope, offers two main fairy images and five beautifully scripted sentiments to lift spirits and bring smiles! Set measures 4 by 6".

I love dandelions!!  So, of course I chose that image to work with today.  I stamped the fairy two times, on Cryogen White card stock, with Tuxedo Black (Memento), and once on Vellum.  I then colored each with Copics.  For the Vellum, however, I stamped the image with Stazon.  I then cut out and layered the fairy with her bodice and right arm over top the vellum wings, and then layered those over the main image so I could get the depth on the vellum wings.  I also added some glitter to her skirt, wings and dandelions, as well as the added butterflies.  The oval inked frame was achieved by leaving the card stock in the die and inking it with Tumbled Glass Ranger Distress Ink.  I inked the sentiment frame with Spun Sugar Ranger Distress Ink.

I used the A2 Bracket Borders One dies to cut the top corners too, to tie in the bottom border.

That's it for me today.



Hidden among the Design Team's blogs today is our Mystery Blogger of the day. Comment on her blog and you could be chosen to win today's set! The more you comment, the better your chances.


The girls have some sweet and dreamy things to show you today so head on over to visit them .

• Christine Okken
• Cindy Lawrence
• Heather Jensen
• Julie Koerber
• Maki Jones
• Silke Ledlow
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker

DO YOU WANT TO WIN OUR ENTIRE RELEASE?

If you would like a chance at winning all four of our soon-to-be released July sets…

• You can play in our It's Sketchy Challenge – there will be multiple winners there! Deadline for entries is FRIDAY JULY 12th at 5 PM EST. OR, play along with the gals for this week's Timeless Tuesday Challenge! Check out the links for the official rules!
• All four of our July sets can be pre-ordered now, even before you see them all! Take advantage our New Release Bundle and get 10% off when you purchase all four together in a bundle.
• All sets will be live first thing Friday morning along with the coordinating cut files for this release.
• Come back to the Flourishes Blog Saturday for the Winner's Circle where we'll announce all of our winners of this weeks' challenges!

Here are the Copics I used:

 

 

 

 

 

Join us back here tomorrow for something beautiful from our newest illustrator Sam Pickard!

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Stamps:  Garden Fairies (Flourishes)

Paper:  New Beginnings (Webster's Pages), Cryogen White

Ink:  Tuxedo Black (Memento), Black Onyx (Versafine), Spun Sugar and Tumbled Glass (Ranger Distress)

Accessories:  Copics, Floral Oval, Petite Oval, Twisted Metal Tags and Accents and A2 Bracket Borders One dies (Spellbinders)

Quickie Glue Pen, Glitter, Small Exotic Butterfly die (Cheery Lynn Designs), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart) 

You're the Bees Knees Color Challenge

I'm having fun being inspired by the Splitcoaststampers challenges.  I made today's card using yesterday's Color Challenge found HERE.  Color Challenges really make me step out of my box for some reason.  I always struggle with them.  That's why this card is a day late.  :)

I used images from the Waltzingmouse Stamps sets Compact Sentiments Part Two and My Heart.  I know I use the sentiment "You're the bee's knees" quite a bit, but I just can't help myself.  It's just the sweetest and is so beautifully fonted!

The paper is Songbird by Prima. Since I don't have Stampin' Up! cardstock, I found the closest papers I could.

Thanks for visiting.  I hope you are having a good week.  

Happy Stamping!

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Stamps:  Compact Sentiments Part Two and My Heart (Waltzingmouse)

Paper:  Songbird (Prima), Vintage Cream and Kraft (PTI)

Ink:  Smokey Shadow (Versafine), Fresh Snow (a muse)

Accessories:  Labels 17 and Asian Accents (Spellbinders), Exotic Butterfly small dies (Cheery Lynn Designs), Wrinkled Ribbon, Lace, Buttons (PTI), Rose (Wild Orchid Crafts), Feathers, Pearls (Pizzazz Aplenty), Quickie Glue Pen, Prism Glitter (JudiKins), Stardust Stickles, 

Waltzingmouse October Release Hop ~ Day 3

Click HERE for today's Verve post.

Welcome to Day 3 of the Waltzingmouse Release Hops.  Be sure and start with Claire's blog.  She'll have a list of all the hoppers too.  And don't forget you have an opportunity to win a stamp set of your choice.  All you have to do is leave comments on the blogs participating in the hop.  A random commenter will be picked and announced on Claire's blog Nov. 6.  You have until 6:59 am Eastern Time, Nov. 4th to comment. 

2 sets and a background are being featured today:  Half Pint Heroes Additions, Sheriff, and Cabin Plaid.  I used the Half Pint Heroes for the outside, and the Sheriff badge on the inside.  I thought it would be fun to create a little indoor scene with this charming young man, so I paper pieced him using Cowboy Up! dp by Best Creation Inc.  The window and tree are Cottage Cutz dies, and the string of lights is from Cheery Lynn Designs.  I also used some white Liquid Applique on the evergreen.

For the inside, I stamped the Badge with Onyx Black Versafine, ink distressed it using Walnut Stain (Ranger Distress Ink), and added the sentiment "and he could do anything".  I don't have any young children, grandchildren or young nephews, so this card is going to a young boy in the hospital.  I thought it would be nice for him to receive an encouraging card over Christmas with a Sheriff's badge and toys.  I love how Claire's images work so well for all seasons and situations.

Here's the Hop List so you're sure not to miss a spot.  

Bonnie Sharp 

Lynn Mercurio 

Belinda Change Langner 

Sarah Martina Parker 

Tosha Leyendekker 

Anya Schrier 

Kelly Schirmer 

Sandie Dunne 

Clare Buswell 

Becca Feeken 

Julia Aston 

Jennifer Holmes 

Laurie Schmidlin 

Claire Brennan

Thanks once again for stopping by.  I'm honored that you visit!

Happy Stamping!!

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Stamps:  Half Pint Heroes Addition and Sheriff (Waltzingmouse)

Paper:  Cowboy Up! (Best Creation Inc), Vintage Cream and Dark Chocolate (PTI), Bazzill

Ink:  Onyx Black (Versafine), Tuxedo Black (Memento), Walnut Stain (Ranger Distress)

Accessories:  Springtime Window and Rustic Sign and Trees dies (Cottage Cutz), Christmas Light Swag (Cheery Lynn Designs), White Liquid Applique, Quickie Glue Pen, Crystal Glitter, Mini Staples (Tim Holtz)