A Little Something Different

Hey there! Happy Tuesday! I have a little something new and different to share with you! We all love to make our greeting cards, but it's so much fun to find other things to use our stamps and inks for too. I've made lots of coasters from tile, stamps and ink, and I've stamped on fabric before too. But most recently, over the weekend, I played around with stamping round pieces of wood that I made into Christmas ornaments! I LOVE it! I plan to make lots more of these to offer at the craft fairs that I will be participating in. What do you think?

I used various stamp sets, some even retired but I think my favorites are the ones using the Jar of Cheer stamp set. I even added Fine Tip Glue to a couple of them but I notice that made the ink bleed a bit. Next I am going to try that method with Alcohol based markers such as Sharpies or Spectrum Noir and see if that stops the bleeding. But aren't they just the cutest?

So, tell me, beside greeting cards, what is your favorite surface to stamp on? Leave me comments below.

Happy Stamping!

 

All About Fall

Well hello and Happy Saturday! It's a pretty dreary day here in CNY. Lots of rain and rather cool, but it does make for a perfect craft day.So that's the plan...craft the day away! In the meantime, I wanted to share a card I made with some great Fall colors using the Totally Trees Stamp set from the Holiday mini catalog. I love this set and I love these colors together.

A list of supplies I used can be found below. The sentiment comes from a retired set from last year.

I also want to remind you of a great deal going on right now, it's the buy 3 get 1 free DSP sale! It's going until the end of this month and this great Petals and Paisley DSP is included in the sale. It's a great pack of paper for Fall projects. Use hostess code: KB6G9AK2 to place your order. I hope you liked today's project and hope you have a great crafty weekend.

Happy Stamping!

Product List

Totally Trees Photopolymer Stamp Set

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Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[140272]

Petals & Paisleys Specialty Designer Series Paper

[142017]

Delightful Dijon Classic Stampin' Pad

[138327]

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[126965]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[126974]

Stamping Sponges

[141337]

Too Stinkin' Cute!

Well, hello again! And here we go again, but yes, I need to apologize for being among the missing once ,again. As they say, "Life Happens"and boy isn't that the truth! Just to share a little, my brother in law was involved in a construction accident where he fell from a ladder and was very seriously injured. He spent 2 weeks in the intensive care unit in Fort Worth Texas, 15,000 miles away from family. Needless to say, life was pretty stressful for some time. But, praise Jesus, he's on the mend. He has a long way to go and a tough road ahead, but I am certain he will make a great recovery. God is good and faithful at all times. So all faith is in Him and I have no doubt he will continue to make leaps and bounds with his rehab. But once again, God showed his faithfulness and the power of prayer in this situation.
Anyhoo, I thought I would share the card I sent to him.

Isn't that skunk just too cute?I love the versatility of this Foxy Friends bundle. There are just so many woodland critters you can make with it. Well, that's all for today. Please let me know your thoughts on the card and until next time, Happy Stamping,

Product List

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[121045]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Foxy Friends Photopolymer Bundle

[142326]

Foxy Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set

[141549]

Fox Builder Punch

[141470]

Here For You Wood-Mount Stamp Set

[141541]

Here For You Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[142164]

Banner Triple Punch

[138292]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Simply Stated - Fall Edition

Hi there! Another beautiful Fall day here in CNY. Actually, more like summer, but I did get my Fall decorations for the inside out and put around. Next up, the outside. But I did find time to get a card made to share with you. I'm still in love with the Thoughtful Branches stamp set, and good news! It's still available. SU! has decided to make it available as long as supplies last, which won't be much longer, so, I recommend getting it ASAP if it is on your wish list.

This card was so simple to make yet so pretty. I love the Soft Suede along with the Old Olive and so simply lets the recipient know they're in your thoughts. I stamped the line of trees in the Soft Suede after stamping off onto scratch paper, then I stamped the single tree with full strength Soft Suede followed by the evergreen branches in Old Olive. I then stamped the sentiment in Soft Suede and wrapped the Linen Thread around twice and tied a bow. I then adhered that panel to the Old Olive panel and finally adhered all of it to the Whisper White cardbase I had cut 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" and scored at 4 1/4" 

I hope you enjoyed today's card and I invite you to please leave your thoughts below. Until next time, happy stamping,

 

Product List

Thoughtful Branches Photopolymer Stamp Set

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Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100702]

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

[126978]

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[126953]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Fast Fuse Adhesive

[129026]

A Wash of Fall Color

Good Morning and Happy Saturday! Wow, Fall is definitely in the air here. There is a crispness that is unmistakably Fall and it makes me want to fire up the apple scented candles and change over to my Fall decorations and décor elements throughout the house...actually, I think I just may do that today!
Anyway, I want to share this cute Fall inspired card with you today. It uses the new Paisley's and Posies stamp set by Stampin' Up!. I love this set and it lends itself to the White Crayon Resist technique I talked about earlier...so of course, I did it and here are the results:

So, what do you think? I love this color combo for Fall. The Cajun Craze is so warm and inviting and I just love the warm green of Always Artichoke mixed with the warm yellow/orange of Curshed Curry and most of all, I love the sentiment as it reflects how I feel. I truly am thankful, grateful and blessed beyond measure especially for all of you who take time from your busy day to stop by to see what I am creating or doing. I appreciate each and everyone of you. So, thank you!

 

I do want to remind you, that if you live local, I would love to have you come stamp with me, Saturday, October 1st to celebrate World Card Making Day. We will have lots of fun. We're going to stamp 15 Christmas cards, 3 each of 5 designs and we will play a few rounds of Bingo with great prizes and there will be food and snacks and lots of fun.

 

There is also a new selection of items on sale for 25% off so be sure to stop by my online store. Just use the shop now at the top of your screen.

 

I need to rush off and pull out those Fall decorations, so, I wish you all a very blessed day and Happy Stamping!

 

Product List

Paisleys & Posies Photopolymer Stamp Set

[142196]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[126965]

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

[131173]

Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Pad

[126972]

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[119684]

Stamping Sponges

[141337]

World Card Making Day



Hey there! Well, I'm sure you have noticed, I'm doing a little updating to my blog. It's Fall and to me, Fall is time to clean things up and that includes my craft room and my blog space, so, what do you think? Let me know if you like the new look. I am actually debating on contacting a graphic designer to make me a custom banner, but I decided to start here. give me your feedback...



Anyhoo, can you believe it? A day just for us card makers? Yep, it's true! We get our very own day dedicated to us! And have I got a celebration for us! We are gonna celebrate like crazy! October 1st is World Card Making Day, and I am going to hold a Christmas Stamp a Stack in honor of such a glorious day! Yep, I want you to come stamp with me and create 15 Christmas cards, 3 each of 5 different designs to celebrate the day...and that's not all....we're going to have a few roaring games of BINGO!! Now, who doesn't love a good game of Bingo? There will be prizes of the stamping persuasion for Bingo winners. So, get your party pants on, your Bingo daubers ready and head on over to my place October 1st. We will be partying from 2pm until at least 7pm...but who knows...we could get a little wild and stamp all night!
Oh, and I also wanted to let you know, Stampin' Up! has added lots of great new stuff to the clearance rack! Don't wait as this stuff won't be around long! So, head on over and grab what you want while supplies last.
Happy Stamping,

 

White Crayon Resist and Fall

Hi there! What a difference in the air for the past few days! Saturday it was HOT, sticky and down right soupy. Sunday, Monday and today are just perfect! I love early Fall. I love the temperate temperatures, the sunny skies and the smells of Fall....and I love DD Pumpkin Spice Coffee when it makes it's appearance! Please don't tell me if you don't like Pumpkin Spice coffee....we couldn't be friends then! Not true, but Pumpkin Spice anything is Gods most perfect food!
Anyway, I wanted to share this card with you. I had so much fun making this one as I love the White Crayon Resist technique and I love the Fall colors in this particular card.

The list of supplies are below. This was really a simple card to make and I truly enjoyed making it. Please share your thoughts and let us know what your favorite part of Fall is in the comments below.

Thanks for stopping by and having a look. Happy Stamping,

Katrina

 

Product List

Vintage Leaves

Suite Seasons Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Ink

• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
• Rich Razzlebberry Classic Stampin' Pad
• Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
• Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad
• Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

Card Stock

• Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
• Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
• Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

Tools & Adhesive

• Stamping Sponges
• Glue Dots
• SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

Ribbon & Trim

• Linen Thread

Accessory

• Stampin' Dimensionals

Big Shot

• Woodgrain Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
• Layering Ovals Framelits Dies

BOGO

Hi there and Happy Thursday! I'm getting ready for a class tonight, but I wanted to remind you of a great BOGO taking place with Paper Pumpkin! When you sign up for a recurrent subscription, you will pay for your September kit and then get October FREE! That's 2 kits for the price of 1! If you have never tried Paper Pumpkin, this is a perfect time to do so. I can't rave enough about how much I love these kits. It's really like having Christmas in my mailbox each month. Not only is each kit a surprise each month, I receive a brand new color ink spot (convenient little ink cubes of color) an exclusive stamp set (you can not purchase these stamp sets any other way) and ALL of the material I need to create the projects whether it be cards or treat boxes or banners. It is a great way to do something creative when I am short on time or don't want to have to think too hard about what I want to do or make. All of the planning and designing are done for me. But, I still have plenty of supplies to venture out on my own to make even more great projects.
So, if you have been on the fence regarding Paper Pumpkin, now is the time to get off and join now to take advantage of this great offer!
Join Now

Happy Stamping,
Katrina