Black and Gold Birthday

IC1039 - GEC Designs - INSPIRATION

For my card, I was inspired by the striking black and gold palette from the challenge. I selected coordinating papers in those tones and created the layout using a stitched curved die, layering with gold glitter paper to add a touch of sparkle and elegance.

To finish the design, I die cut a "Happy Birthday" sentiment from the same glitter paper and placed it atop the black and gold music-themed background, letting the shimmer play off the rhythmic pattern beneath.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Black and Gold Birthday

Love Potion

 

WT1077 - Tags

For this card, I used a fabulous stencil from Waffle Flower, blending pink Distress Oxide inks before cutting it out with the coordinating die to create the love potion bottle.

I added a tag and ribbon to the top of the bottle and finished the design with a few scattered pink heart stickers for a sweet touch.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Love Potion

Birthday Pup

 

SC1086 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

CC1076 - TIMID TIGER, DAFFODIL DELIGHT, CAJUN CRAZE

For this card, I used an adorable image from Hunkydory that looks like he’s peeking out of torn paper. To mirror that effect, I cut a circle from white cardstock and tore the edges so he could peek through the top layer.

On the top layer, I hand-drew the lines and then layered everything over some fun designer papers for added interest.

The card was finished with a birthday sentiment, popped up on dimensionals for extra dimension.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Pup

Birthday Boy

 

CAS870 - National Potato and American Beer

For this card, I used a wonderful image from Mo Manning, which I colored with Copics. I finished the design with a birthday sentiment to complete the look.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Boy

Bunny Thank You

 

IC1038 - Green Row - INSPIRATION

I was instantly drawn to the cheerful yellow plaid on the pillows, which inspired the base layer of my card. To build on that sunny palette, I added coordinating yellow designer paper featuring soft floral accents that felt like a perfect match for the sweet Hunkydory bunny image. Each layer is matted in crisp white to keep the look fresh and clean, with the bunny also framed on white cardstock for added cohesion.

The “thank you” sentiment is stamped, punched with Stampin Up punches, and popped up on dimensionals for a touch of depth. To finish, I added a few white candy dots for a simple, playful embellishment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Bunny Thank You

Bah Humbug

F4A818 - Collage style

For my card, I created a festive collage using a mix of scrappy Christmas papers for the base, such a fun way to use up leftover bits! Once the collage was complete, I mounted it onto gold mirror cardstock for a touch of shine.

Next, I stamped this playful Whimsy Stamps image and colored it with Copics. I trimmed the sentiment into separate pieces and layered both the image and sentiment onto more gold mirror cardstock. To finish it off, I added several candy dots for a pop of dimension and whimsy.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Bah Humbug

Welcome Baby

 

WT1076 - Feature Moon and Stars

For this card, I used a moon-and-stars patterned paper that I purchased when my son was little as the base layer. I added a few coordinating designer paper layers and created a circular focal point featuring a baby onesie die cut from Papertrey Ink, popped up on dimensionals for added interest.

To finish the design, I layered the “welcome” sentiment die cut several times for dimension and topped it with gold mirror cardstock. A few scattered gold sequins and a blue ribbon complete the card with a touch of sparkle and charm.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Welcome Baby

Underwater Birthday

 

SC1085 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I used several Memory Box die cuts to create an underwater scene, layering them over a piece of wavy designer paper for added depth.

The fish were sponged with color to stand out against the blue layers and then popped up on dimensionals for extra dimension.

To finish the design, I added a birthday sentiment, also popped up on dimensionals, to tie the scene together.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Underwater Birthday

Fall Birthday

 

CAS869 - Pumpkins

For this card, I used an adorable, retired image from Impression Obsession. I stamped it onto Kraft cardstock and colored it with pencils for a soft, textured look.

To finish the design, I added a birthday banner as the sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Fall Birthday

80th Birthday

 

FS976 - Karen, is better known around here as ksenzak1. Here is my INSPIRATION.

For this birthday card, I used the Honey Bee Stamps Coneflowers die to create two layered flowers, adding extra sponging to each petal for depth and warmth.

They are arranged on a soft plaid background, framing the dimensional “80” die cut, which was stacked multiple times for added impact.

To finish the design, I scattered a few stars to echo the pink tones in the plaid and added a birthday banner popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

80th Birthday

Birthday Butterfly

 

IC1037 - Natural Life & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For this card, I used a beautiful, patterned paper my husband picked up from Michaels and let it take center stage. To highlight the design, I brushed Wink of Stella over the butterflies for a touch of sparkle.

I finished the card with a birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals to add depth. Tucked under the popped-up sentiment is gold thread to add just a bit more sparkle and interest to the card.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Butterfly

Challenges:

Avenue 613 - ATG (Pink)
Beautiful Blossoms - ATG (w/flowers)

Crafts Galore - ATG

Creative Moments - Wings

Critter Crazy - ATG w/Critter

Let's Craft & Create - Wings

Love Those Pretty Papers - ATG

Masculine Stitched Card

 F4A817 - Baker's Twine or Embroidery Floss

I finally used up the bundle of brown embroidery floss that had been hanging on the back of my craft chair, gifted by my MIL from a friend’s stash-clearing spree, and I’m so glad it found its purpose on this card.

For the design, I die cut the panel using a Spellbinders die and stitched it with the brown variegated floss. It’s layered onto coordinating brown cardstock, and I finished it off with a birthday banner popped up on dimensionals.

I think this makes a great masculine card, and I’m genuinely thrilled to have that floss off my chair and onto something meaningful!

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Masculine Stitched Card

Challenges:

As You Like It - Ribbon/Twine and Why - I like both ribbon and twine. With Twine, I can stitch cards like this one and with Ribbon, I can use it for tiny bows.

Challenges:

Creative Fingers - ATG

April Birthday Flower

 

WT1075 - Feature a specific month's birthday flower in your card

For this card, I used a beautiful die cut from Honey Bee Stamps featuring the July Flower. I cut all the layers, adding soft sponging to the white elements and green shading to the leaves for depth and dimension.

I layered the finished flower over coordinating designer paper, then added a birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals. A few scattered candy dots complete the design with a playful touch.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

April Birthday Flower

Challenges:

Digi Choosday - ATG

Birthday Flowers

 

SC1084 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I used a beautiful die cut set from Honey Bee Stamps. I cut the pieces from white cardstock and then added layers of color.

Once the flowers were colored, I assembled and layered them together, tucking a few leaves underneath for extra dimension.

To finish the design, I added a few candy dots and popped up the birthday sentiment on dimensionals for a cheerful touch.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Flowers

Challenges:

Ally's Angels - Anything Goes
Creatalicious - Autumn Fall Colors

Double D Challenges - Halloween Colors

Gem of a Challenge - ATG

Hand Stamped Sentiments - Inspiration

Poppy Thinking of You

 

MMTPT899 - Naturally Caring

I had a stack of square scraps on my desk and decided to challenge myself to use what was already in front of me. These three pieces caught my eye—they coordinated beautifully, so I layered them with a touch of gold matting for a bit of elegance. I arranged the layout over a soft green designer paper that echoed the tones in the scraps.

To finish the card, I added a “Thinking of You” sentiment, popped up on dimensionals for a little lift, and tucked in a few green gems for just the right amount of sparkle.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Poppy Thinking of You

Crafty Catz - ATG

BOO

 

CAS868 - Halloween

For this card, I used a pumpkin die cut from Sizzix and layered the pieces together. I sponged green ink onto the bottom corner of the card base for added depth. To create the sentiment, I die cut the letters B and O from black cardstock, using the pumpkin as the second “O” to spell out BOO. A ghost die cut peeks out from the letter “O,” and I finished the design with a few green candy dots for a playful touch.

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BOO

A Place to Start - Pumpkins
Colorful Options - Black & Orange

Craft Rocket Challenges - Autumn/Halloween

Crafty Calendar - Halloween

Wednesday's Creative Inspiration - Autumn / Fall / Spooky

Daisy Chain - Autumn/Fall/Halloween

Fab N Funky - Autumn

The Four Seasons - Anything Fall

Give a Crafter a Cookie - Spooky Fun

Inspiration Station - Inspiration

Inkspirational - Seasonal

Mothers Day Poppies

 

FS975 - This week's featured stamper is Carrie3427. I found this INSPIRATION.

I was drawn to the whimsical feel of the flowers, so I pulled out a stencil from The Ton. Using several Distress Oxide inks, I blended color through the stencil and then added black Stickles to the flower centers for extra detail.

The layout provided the perfect space to showcase this Happy Mother’s Day sentiment from Heartfelt Creations.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Mothers Day Poppies

Challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft - Anything Goes

Wedded Bliss

 

IC1036 - Selfridges - Inspiration

I was inspired by the two swans on the sweater and pulled out this beautiful swan image, a retired stamp from Heartfelt Creations. The image was stamped, colored with Copics, and then die cut. I also stamped and colored the lilies, shaped them, added stamens to the centers, and finished them with a touch of Stickles for sparkle.

Behind the dimensional lilies, I tucked two additional stamped lily images, also colored with Copics, to add depth and fullness.

All of the elements were arranged within the shaped gate die cuts and layered onto purple cardstock for a rich backdrop.

This card is headed to my son and his fiancée, who will be married soon. Since she loves ducks, I thought this swan image would be a sweet nod to her love of them.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Wedded Bliss

Challenges:

Morgan's Art World - ATG

Gothic Wedding

 

F4A816 - Fabric

For my card, I used black lace beneath the embossed layer to incorporate fabric into the design.

I added torn and curled edges to the embossed layer for texture, then adhered it to a black card base with the lace peeking out from underneath.

Next, I stamped Heartfelt Creations flowers and leaves onto black cardstock using Versamark ink, then heat embossed them in black for a subtle, dimensional effect. After cutting and shaping the layers, I assembled them to create depth and movement.

To finish the card, I added a silver "Best Wishes" tag.

This card is headed to my son and his fiancée, who are getting married soon. They both love gothic style and have asked guests to dress as if attending a funeral—how delightfully dramatic! I adore their sense of fun and feel this card suits them perfectly.

Thank you so much for stopping by to see my card today. I truly appreciate your kind comments. If you leave me a note, I’d love to visit your blog in return.

Gothic Wedding

Challenges:

Make My Monday - Fabrics/Textiles

Beach Bag

 

WT1074 - Bags

For my card, I used this great die cut set from Papertrey Ink cutting the pieces out of several scrap card stocks and popping a few of them up on dimensionals.

For the base, I sponged brown on the bottom and sponged clouds on top and then finished with the birthday sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Beach Bag

Sunflower 80th Birthday

 

SC1083 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out my Heartfelt Creations Sunflower set that is one of my all time favorites. I cut the layers, added some distressing to the layers and layered on blue and tan card stock.

I then stamped the flowers and sponged the colors, layered adding glitter to the edges and finished with prills in the center.

The 80 was die cut several times in white then finished with gold glitter paper on top and the birthday sentiment was popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Sunflower 80th Birthday

Thank You Bone

 

CAS867 - Texture

For my card, I used the twine inlay technique to add texture to my card. The card was finished with a few scattered hearts and pearls and the sentiment.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thank You Bone

Floral Thanks

 

FS974 - this week's incredibly talented featured stamper is Deb aka debmoloughney. I found this INSPIRATION. For this card, I drew inspiration from the beautiful all-over floral design on Deb's card. Instead of stamping, I chose a floral designer paper as my focal point and layered it onto a crisp white card base. While digging through my scrap drawer, I came across a white wavy strip that fit perfectly along the bottom, just the right spot to stamp the thank you sentiment. To finish, I added a few scattered candy dots for a simple yet cheerful touch. Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit. Floral Thanks

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

 

IC1035 - Craftsy Hacks & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

The adorable snowman that inspired this card was too cute to resist, so I pulled out a playful snowman image and sentiment from Stampin’ Up. I colored the image using Copic markers to bring it to life with soft, wintry tones.

Once the coloring was complete, I cut the layers to build the card. For the background, I used a snowflake-patterned napkin adhered to cardstock—adding texture and a frosty feel.

To finish the card, I scattered a few candy dots to echo the colors in the napkin layer and tie the whole design together.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

Challenges:

As You Like It - Square or Not - I prefer not to do square cards as they require more postage.
Craft Challenge - ATG

Fall Birthday

 

WT1073 - Bring on Fall

I began this card using the napkin technique, choosing a beautiful leafy napkin as the base to set a soft, organic tone. Then I reached for an adorable die cut set from Spellbinders and cut the pieces using a mix of paper scraps, adding texture and variety. Once assembled, the die cuts were layered over the napkin background to bring the design to life.

To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment, popped up on dimensionals for a bit of lift and emphasis.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Fall Birthday

Challentes:

Art Nudge - Inspiration (pumpkins)
Cards for Guys - Autumn / Fall

Santa Scene

 

SC1082 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I created the background using a blend of several Distress Oxide inks. Once the layers were built up, I lightly sprayed the surface with water and blotted it with a paper towel to lift some of the ink—creating a soft, starry night effect.

With the background complete, I added the silhouette die cut from Gina Marie Designs of Santa and the boy, placing the stamped sentiment just below to anchor the scene. To finish the card, I scattered a few gems for a touch of sparkle.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Santa Scene

Challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Just a Coffee Note

 

CAS866 - Coffee

I love coffee. It is my go-to drink. I started by pulling out a Penny Black die cut and layering the pieces to give the coffee cup dimension. It was placed on a soft pink circle for a gentle pop of color. A pink ribbon was tied around the chevron-embossed background to add texture and a sweet finishing touch.

The sentiment was stamped directly onto the coffee cup, keeping the design clean and focused. To complete the card, I scattered a few candy dots for a playful accent.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Just a Coffee Note

Happy 21st

 

FS973 - this week's incredibly talented Featured Stamper Loni also known around here as holt3448. I found this INSPIRATION.

I was inspired by all the gorgeous purples in the beautiful card Loni created and used that as my starting point. For my project, I made a Pop-Up Box card following this TUTORIAL. On the front, I featured a Stampin Up image paired with a coordinating sentiment. Each side of the box is covered with purple gingham paper, accented with hearts and balloons for extra charm.

Inside the pop-up, I carried the heart and balloon theme through the elements, adding sparkling stars cut from glitter paper for a touch of shine. To finish, the back panel showcases a large heart along with a sentiment from Waffle Flower, tying everything together with a sweet and celebratory feel.

Here is the Pop-Up Box card folded flat for easy mailing. I decorated this panel with a large heart and added “21” balloons to mark the special milestone, finishing them off with ribbon tied to the balloons for an extra festive touch. It’s such a fun way to keep the design celebratory while still being practical to send through the mail.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Happy 21st

Challenges:

Ally's Angels - ATG

As You Like It - Favorite Die and Why - For me, I am so thrilled when I get asked to make a very special card for someone to give with hearts. I love putting this die cut heart on cards. The stitching adds to the die cut to really step up a card.

Cardz 4 Galz - Dies / Punches (both used on this card)

Garden Birthday

 

IC1034 - Terrain & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For my card, I used some yellow designer paper cut out The Greetery Garden Gear Gloves and added some grey to the edges with a copic marker.

The gloves are layered on grey cardstock and popped up on dimensionals.

The designer paper under the grey cardstock is handmade paper my MIL gave me for Christmas and has some wonderful colors that I highlighted on the card using the colors on the gloves and sequins.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Garden Birthday

Creatalicious - Anything Goes (Birthday)

Travel Thanks

 

WT1072 - Maps

For my card, I used this great map paper and layered it on grey then black cardstock.

The truck is from Brass Bliss (formerly Rubberknecker) cut out of several scraps and layered.

The truck is popped up on dimensionals and finished with the thanks sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Travel Thanks

Birthday Pup

 

SC1081 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out this cute Hunkydory image and used an out of the box cut by snipping around his paws then using a circle die cut for the rest of the image.

The image is layered on a scalloped brown and then a couple of scrap layers are added to finish the layout.

The card was finished with the birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals, a few scattered hearts and a ribbon.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Pup

Challenges:

Crafty Calendar - Lots of Layers

Fall Thanks

 

CAS865 - Fall Cards

For my card, I used this adorable image from Riley & Co. It is stamped on Kraft cardstock and colored with pencils and finished with the Thanks sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Fall Thanks

Challenges:

A Place to Start - Leaves and Circles or ATG
613 Avenue - Lots of Leaves

Cardz 4 Guyz - Autumn/Fall

Classic Design - Trees / Leaves

Congrats Grad

 

FS972 - This week's very talented Featured Stamper Katherine, is better known around here as katherinerock. I found this INSPIRATION. For my card, I featured a large graduation cap die cut, crafted from black cardstock. I mounted it using dimensional adhesive to give it a pop of depth, with a grad cap-themed designer paper serving as the background. The CONGRATS sentiment was also die cut and placed on a white strip, which I layered over gold mirror cardstock for a touch of shine. To finish it off, I embellished the graduation cap with a gold gem for a celebratory sparkle. Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit. Congrats Grad

Beautiful Woman Birthday

 

IC1033 - The Blue Peony - INSPIRATION

I love the way the woman is standing in that image, it reminds me of this image from Penny Black. For my card, I stamped the image, colored it with copics and layered it on a coordinating pink cardstock.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Beautiful Woman Birthday

Lighthouse Birthday

 

WT1071 - Feature Stones or Rocks

For my card, I pulled out this adorable Spellbinders die cut set and cut it out of several different cardstock papers.

The scene was layered on a designer paper that looks like clouds and the birthday sentiment was popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Lighthouse Birthday

Thinking of You

 

SC1080 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out my scrap drawer and found some great pieces that worked perfect for this layout. I highlighted the layers with a coordinating burgundy and popped the hearts up on dimensioanls.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thinking of You

Back 2 School

 

CAS864 - School Time

For my card, I pulled out this cute school bus that I picked up from one for $1. 

My sister is a school bus mechanic, and she loves when I make a few bus cards for her to give to the other mechanics and drivers.

I die cut it out of yellow, layered it on a diamond plate embossed black panel and finished with the bus and thanks popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Back 2 School

Drive Me Crazy

 

FS971 - This week's incredibly talented Featured Stamper is Keri, aka stampinupconsultan. I found this fun INSPIRATION.

I was inspired by the title of her card and just had to pull out this bus image. My mom picked this up for me and the stamp does not have a name on it.

I stamped the image, colored it with copics and layered the layers adding some ribbon to add additional interest.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Drive Me Crazy

Anniversary Love

 

IC1032 - Yves Delorme Outlet & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

I loved the vintage feel of the room in the inspiration image and found this gorgeous ribbon in my collection that looked similar to the colors in the image.

The layers were cut and distressed and the ribbon was added with popping up the sentiment panel on dimensionals to keep the height the same as the ribbon.

The love die cut was added and the anniversary sentiment popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Anniversary Love

Just Calling to Say...

 

WT1070 - Something that made a big impact on you

One phone call in September of 1997 changed the course of my life forever. In just a few moments, with the ring of a phone and the sound of a voice on the other end, everything shifted. That call led me to the person who would become my loving husband—the one who fills my days with joy, support, and unwavering companionship.

It was the most important call I have ever made, marking the beginning of the rest of our lives together. A single conversation, and a leap of faith, that set the foundation for a journey of love, laughter, and countless shared memories.

For my card, I die cut the Concord and 9th phone and stamped using the coordinating stamp set to create the phone.

It was popped up on dimensionals and layered on some fun designer papers.

The banner and speech bubble were added and also popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Just Calling to Say...

70th Birthday

 

SC1079 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out my Heartfelt Creations flowers and leaves. The colors were sponged on and then they were shaped using a stylist tool.

Next, I cut the layers, using green and designer papers. I then added the flowers, 70 for a 70th birthday card and the banner popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

70th Birthday

Beary Merry Christmas

CAS863 - Teddy Bear Day

For my card today, I pulled out this adorable Penny Black stamp set and colored it up with copics. It was layered on a soft blue cardstock, and I added 3 stacked gold snowflakes.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Beary Merry Christmas

Welcome Pup

 

IC1031 - West Elm & Pinterest - Inspiration

I was inspired by the cute dog and pulled out this silhouette dog for a quick card.

I cut the layers down and matted on tan to pick up the paw prints on the large square.

Next, I die cut the dog, stamped the sentiment and popped up on dimensionals.

This is another of my cards for my pet card donation.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Welcome Pup

Challenges:

Allsorts - ATG
As You Like It (Layered or Flat) I love the look of layered however those can be tricky to mail, so I tend to do a lot of flat cards and just for special occasions where I can hand deliver, I jump for joy at doing a really layered card.
Craft Rocket - Dots and/or Stripes
Crafts Galore - ATG
Crafty Animals - ATG w/Animal

Crafty Calendar - Lots of Layers (6 on this card)

Creative Fingers - ATG

Creative Knockouts - Lots of Layers (6 on this card)

Father's Day Boating

 

WT1069 - Boats

For my card, I pulled out a favorite stencil and die cut from Honey Bee Stamps. I colored each of the layers of the stencil and then die cut the boat and oar adding dimensionals to them.

The Father's Day sentiment was stamped, punched out and popped up on dimensionals as well.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Father's Day Boating

Challenges:

Cardz 4 Guys - Boats - Top 3 Winner

Crazy for Fame - Stencils (Nature)

Welcome Pup

 

SC1078 - this week's sketch challenge on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out several handmade papers and layered on the card base, I then die cut the sentiment and dog image (from Hunkydory) and finished with a few candy dots.

This will be another pet donation card.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Welcome Pup

Challenges:

The Color Hues - Orange & Green

Beach Hello

 

MMTPT893 - Beach Blessings for Donna

For my card, I pulled out this adorable Magnolia image and colored it up with copics. It was then layered on some bright beach themed papers, and the sentiment was stamped on a cloud and popped up on dimensionals.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Beach Hello

Challenges:

A Place to Start - ATG w/leaves (The designer paper has coconut tree leaves peeking out)

Birthday Note

 

CAS862 - World Letter Writing Day

For my card, I used a couple of great Spellbinders die cut sets to create the look of paper and die cut the scene. I love these die cuts as it makes it easy to use up paper scraps.

Once the scene was created, I glued it to the stitched paper layer and then finished with the birthday sentiment at the top.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Birthday Note

Challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG
Classic Design - Birthday

Critter Crazy - ATG w/Critter

Happy Anniversary

 

FS969 - 5th Sunday exploring (FS48 thru FS70). I found Featured Stamper is Veronica aka I'mVeronica. Here is my INSPIRATION.

I used this large heart from Sizzix stamping it on Purple as Veronica had a purple ribbon on her heart. I kept the sentiment across the heart but used a different layout on my card.

Once the heart was die cut, I die cut a gold heart and layered in under the main heart. It is layered on a heart embossed strip and then layered on the designer paper.

The heart and sentiment is popped up on dimensionals and the card is finished with gems.

This card is headed to my son's fiancé as he picked this paper and gave it to me for Christmas, so I figured he would like cards made with it.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Happy Anniversary

Challenges:
Ally's Angels - ATG