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Papertrey Ink November Blog Hop

I haven't had a chance to participate in The Papertrey Blog Hop for a few months.  I didn't want to let another month slide by, and this month is was pretty easy:  Tag or gift wrap. Mine is SUPER Simple, but perfect to add to a box of chocolate.  I started with some pretty red satin PTI ribbon tied in a semi-ugly bow.  The tag was stamped using PTI 2008 Holiday Tag Collection.  Versafine Red, PTI Chocolate & Avocado Inks. I stamped the image in avocado onto avocado paper and cut the tree out.  Foam tape gives it some dimension.  Red stickles look like Christmas balls on the tree.  The brown scalloped layer I made using my Big Shot & felt-  nice texture.  Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Thanks for hopping by.  We are making pies tonight, otherwise I should have time to hop along too.

Raspberry Suite Color Challenge #18

 

Seriously - 3 posts in one day?  I couldn't resist Dawn's color combination this week.  I already had raspberry ink on that gorgeous stamp, so I figured why mess with a good thing!!  Super fun rhinestones and ribbon were the perfect finishing touches.  DeNami Happy Birthday stamps is one of my favorites, I seem to use it often! DeNami glitter - so fun!

I'm patiently awaiting my parents arrival.  They are driving from Washington State to Vegas and will be arriving sometime this afternoon or evening.  My house is as clean as it is going to get, kids at school, perfect time to create a card!  Thanks for a fun color combo Dawn - and her Chicago pictures were so fun to look at.  Check them out if you have time!

Embellish the CURE with Bling

My friend Paulina made a fabulous card for this challenge  -- Embellish Magazine.  In support of breast cancer awareness month the challenge was to use hot pink, light pink, and grey.  Once I saw Paulina's card, I knew right away that I had to use my new PTI Guide Lines Set.   I needed some major inspiration, since I haven't made a card in almost a few weeks! This sweet little card is for my best friends little daughter.  London will be turning 2 on Halloween.  I wanted her card to be girly and look nothing like Halloween.  I must say that I think I "need" the charcoal grey from PTI now, this light grey just didn't do much for me.  Oh well, trying to use what I have. 

Raspberry Suite Color Challenge #17

I was so excited today when I visited Dawns blog and she had posted a new color challenge.  Last week I was lucky enough to be one of the 16 people she chose to be in the spotlight. SO Exciting, but so funny because I almost didn't post the card because I thought it was just So-So.  I like the one I made this week much more...  much more fun looking.  As always, Dawn has chosen a fabulous color combination for us to work with.

My card: Blue flowers are harder to find, so I found a white flower that I liked and used my Copic markers to color it in.  I spent the weekend at a stamp show in Vegas with DeNami queens Nami  and Paulina.  Such a fun time, I will post pictures soon!  I did learn a fun new ribbon technique though.  I've always loved the look of pleated & ruffled ribbon, but didn't like the idea of having to sew it.  NOW I DON'T!! I ran a strip of ATG tape along the backside of the DeNami Grosgrain ribbon. You start on one side and just fold and push it down, super easy!  I love all of the dimension and texture.  I almost didn't want to cover it up, but ended up sticking the big flowers on top. 

 

Waiting for fall to arrive - someday?

It's nearing the end of September, but I'm still wearing shorts and tank tops. I just can't seem to get into the mood of fall.  Halloween decorations are everywhere, but it still seems like summer to me.  Really, I'm not complaining about the gorgeous sunshine, but I'm ready to turn the AC off and have some windows open.

I bought this fabulous Papertrey Ink set called autumn abundance.  Love the sunflowers - so fun to color.  I made a few different cards with the same color scheme.  Easy to pick out matching ribbon and buttons that way.  I have a few for sale on etsy if you are interested. 

Sending Birthday Wishes

 

I love dumping my DeNami buttons out and searching for just the right one.  There are so many pretty colors and textures to choose from, sometimes it takes me 10 minutes to decide.  I though this older basic grey patterned paper was perfect for this balloon card.  I made a few cards with my new Papertrey Ink Everyday button set.  Just for FUN - no sketch, no color challenge, not for any reason.  I'm starting to list items on etsy.  You can see a few new additions here.

Dawn Inspired Simple Birthday Card

I had a friend request some birthday cards - and she only gave me a one day notice. SO, simple birthday cards was what she got!  Oh, and I made an extra one and have it listed on  etsy if you are interested.  I'm slowly getting a few cards listed.  I'm totally new to it.....still learning.  If you have any advice or requests let me know.

I loved this card that Dawn made, so I used her layout idea.  I cheated even more and used this fun American Crafts Patterned paper. 

Supplies: Papertrey Chocolate Satin ribbon, DeNami Button, Papertrey Ink Happy Birthday Stamp from Women of Life Set. Embossed EK Success Punch, SU Carstock.

Happy Birthday Dad -- CAS28

I'm on a blogging roll - 2 days in a row!  This card is for Splitcoaststampers Clean & Simple Card Challenge - Masculine this week. My 1st time participating, but it worked perfect for my dad's birthday card. 
I LOVE this new DeNami round leafy tree stamp.  I used a quickie glue pen to fill in the leaves and added gamma green glitter. I added a few score lines with my score-pal under the birthday saying. Clean and Simple!
Supplies:
Stamps-DeNami Round Leafy Tree Stamp & PTI Happy Birthday stamp from father knows best.
Ink: Stampin Up Creamy Caramel & Close to Cocoa.
Misc: Spellbinders Circle & Scalloped Circle Dies, Score Pal, Quickie Glue Pen & DeNami Gamma Green Glitter. Foam Tape

Raspberry Suite Color Challenge #6

Dawn has another fabulous color combo this week.  I haven't participated in a few weeks and I've missed it!  Honestly, I already had this card made up and photographed, I just hadn't posted it yet. Lucky Me!  I used Paper Trey Cardstock: Chocolate, Coral, Aqua Mist & White.  DeNami Large Filigree stamp was used to make the background with Vintage Sepia Ink. I used a smaller DeNami filigree stamp to stamp onto the coral strip.  Stampin Up Scallop Punch, Papertrey Chocolate Satin Ribbon, DeNami Quickie Glue Pen & Xtra Fine Glitter.  

Love you rain or shine - for my hubby.

My husband had to go to Green Bay for 4 days for work.  Before he left I secretly tucked this card in his suitcase.  It was a nice surprise for him to find a card when he arrived at his hotel.  I used the new PTI Scattered Showers set and background basics spots & dots.  Simple, but thoughtful, and that's what counts! I get to go pick him up at the airport in a hour.