Stampin with Meighan

Feeling Flirtatious….

2012-02-02T20:13:00.001+11:00

You know when you get something new like the current 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalogue or a copy of the latest craft magazine, there is always something you just have to have or some new technique you just have to try.

Well one of these things I had to have from the new catalogue was the Flirtatious Speciality DSP. I loved the bright happy colours like Pumpkin Pie, Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder and Whisper White.

But the paper co-ordinates so well with the Delicate Doilies stamp set – yes you guessed it another thing I had to have :)

So I am not letting these things gather dust – both the DSP and the stamp set have seen the light and are ready for a challenge.

I hardly ever use buttons so I wanted to complete the current Recipe Challenge at The Pink Elephant Challenges

This weeks challenge is a
Recipe Challenge
1 Image, 2 Pattern Papers, 3 Buttons

I also found a different card layout at the The Sweet Stop and I thought this layout would be good for the 2 Pattern Papers required for the Recipe Challenge above:

……. now I just had to put it altogether!!!!

I co-ordinated the cardstock with the Flirtatious DSP and used Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder and Whisper White cardstock for my card.

The end result:

Supplies:

Stamp set: Delicate Doilies, Perfect Words (Hostess set)

Card: Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder, Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight

Accessories: Word Window Punch, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Flirtatious Speciality DSP, Sanding Blocks, Cutter Kit, Mini Glue Dots, Ice Cream Parlor Buttons (retired), Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

You can faintly see in places on the DSP, that I have sanded the paper and I have used the distressing tool which is part of the Cutter Kit on the layer of Wisteria Wonder cardstock.

I often think afterwards that it would be good if I used the sanding blocks but never remember so I am happy that I remembered this time.

I have also linked this post to the challenges found at:

Crazy4Challenges – Lots of Layers & Embellies, yep have a few layers with buttons

Craft Your Days Away – Distressing, yep have this too.

Hope your day was good, thanks for visiting once more. Until your next visit keep safe and well…. Meg

How is your week going……

2012-01-31T23:14:00.001+11:00

Well its Tuesday evening and my little girl has settled back into school, so I am off to work again tomorrow after a few days break.

I have been busy doing some tidy up in between school drop off and pick up – you know time flies from the time you drop children off and until you pick them up again!

But I have been playing with a few challenges and I have used Concord Crush, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo and Whisper White to create some cards.

These are the colours that I matched to The Play Date Cafe colour challenge and the colours are all In-Colors.

I have also used the sketch from Create With Connie and Mary for the card layout.

I used the lovely verse from the Just Believe stamp set and I also got to use the Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder on the Lucky Limeade cardstock. I have been wanting to use this embossing folder for sometime now but not had the right inspiration.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Just Believe

Card: Concord Crush, Lucky Limeade, Island Indigo, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, 3/16” Corner Punch, Whisper White Organza Ribbon, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Unfortunately the picture has not captured the embossing very well and my ‘bling’ or Rhinestones look like silver brads!

I finished the above card and then made another card with the same layout, same colours (except the Island Indigo) and used the lovely but forgotten Creative Elements stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Just Believe, Creative Elements

Card: Concord Crush, Lucky Limeade, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 3/16” Corner Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I used the Rock n’ Roll Technique with (Pear Pizzazz & Concord Crush ink) on the flower image and stamped the swirl image with Pear Pizzazz. Don’t ask me why I used the Pear Pizzazz instead of the Lucky Limeade ink pad as I couldn’t tell you but it still looks ok and I think it has come out darker than the Lucky Limeade would have.

Again I have used a little ‘bling’ – one of my favourites Rhinestones but again they look like brads!

I have also linked this post to the challenges found at:

Moving Along With The Times Challenge – # 133 Blooming Marvellous

Truly Scrumptious Challenge – #72 Something Forgotten

Everybody-Art-Challenge - #177 Swirls

My Time To Craft Challenge - #171 Your Favourite Embellishment

Lollipop Crafts - #65 Anything Goes

Wow, two cards at the one time I am impressed with myself :)

Hopefully when I catch up with some friends on Friday night I will be able to do this again but I will not hold my breathe on that one, as we normally do more talking then stamping!

Thanks for visiting once more, see you next time….. Meg

Some Valentine inspiration…

2012-01-29T20:36:00.001+11:00

I am sure that you can relate to losing track of time when you start browsing the internet. I know that I do.

Time goes so fast when you find a site that you like then click on another link on that site and so on and so on.

During my recent surfing I found some challenges I wanted to try from:

Pretty In Pink - http://www.charismacardz.blogspot.com/

Mojo Monday - http://mojomonday.blogspot.com/

The Pink Elephant - http://thepinkelephantchallenge.blogspot.com/

Simon Says - http://simonsaysstampschallenge.blogspot.com/

The challenges for each site were:

Charismacardz Challenge # 3 is Pretty in Pink, to create something in Pink, yep think that is possible.

Mojo Monday is sketch challenge…. love these sketches they always give you a challenge.

is a Photo Inspiration….

I show this photo and found some more pink and flowers and thought Valentine. I missed adding this to The Pink Elephant Challenge list, to me the photos show a lot of love and warmth.

and Simon Says Challenge is Anything Goes! So my card fits this challenge as well this week.

I have used the I {Hearts} Hearts Stamp Set for my Valentines Day card with Real Red, Pretty in Pink and Very Vanilla cardstock.

The Real Red marker has been used to get the darker shading on the larger hearts.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Marry Me, I {Hearts} Hearts

Card: Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Real Red, Pretty in Pink

Accessories: 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Square Punch, Real Red Marker, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

The quote is from the Marry Me stamp set in the Summer Mini and reads

….. Love is, above all, the gift of oneself. – Jean Anouilh…..

If you liked the retired stamp set For the Bride, you will like the Marry Me stamp set, especially if you need to create some wedding invitations or a wedding cards. You could use this set in so many ways.

Well I am off to prepare things for tomorrow as my little girl is going back to school.

Thanks for stopping by and having a peek, keep well until next time….. Meg

Hello

2012-01-29T16:45:00.001+11:00

Wow, it has been such a long time since my last post but it is a new year with new things to come.

I am slowly getting back into making something, you know when you have things in your head, ideas/inspirations but you just have to stop yourself to create them!

I think I am going to start to jotting things down in a book. Things like layouts or colour combos, so I don’t forget them.

There is lots of new inspiration in the current Summer Mini Catalogue which you can click here to see or email me and I will send you a copy.

Also from 24 January until 31 March, Sale-A-Bration is on!

This is a great time to get free products – you can choose one item from the Sale-A-Bration catalogue for every $100 you spend. Who doesn’t like an extra bonus and there are some great choices to choose from.

You can see what is available in the Sale-A-Bration catalogue if you click here or email me and I will send you one.

I think DSP is a winner as well Ribbon and Brad Pack, hmm but then again the stamp choices are very tempting too.

What about getting a few friends together and hosting a party? Let me come and inspire you and during Sale-A-Bration earn a few extra things for yourself.

Have you been thinking of joining the to be a demonstrator? You can save $40 and you can choose any current stamp set for free! Now that should help get the creative ideas going!!

Thanks so much for dropping by my blog today. I appreciate the visit!

Take care….. Meg

Want to be a Demonstrator?

2011-09-14T23:50:00.001+10:00

Have you have been thinking about joining Stampin’ Up! ?

During September you can join as a demonstrator for only $169.

The limited Mini Starter Kit is a great investment.

Join me and share your creative inspirations with some great new and old friends.

If you want more information send me an email or give me a call.

Talk to you soon …….. Meg x

Just Because…

2011-09-14T21:39:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

The title of this blog just seems right at the moment just because……. it’s the title of my card…..it just how things are at the moment…..it’s just my excuse and it’s all Just Because.

Last weekend I attended the Stampin’ Up! Regional meeting and it was lovely to catch up with friends, talk, stamp and just tune out of everything else for a while.

There was lots of inspiration and excitement with the launch of the new catalogue this month.

One of the things I have purchased is the Delicate Doilies stamp set and the co-ordinating DSP Flirtatious Specialty.

The colours in this DSP are lovely : Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Pretty In Pink, Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder and Whisper White.

There is a also a 2 Doily Laser Cut double sided sheets in the pack.

I had been looking at the challenges this week and I have completed a card for the Just Add Ink Challenge using the Melon Mambo Doily Laser Cut Sheet from the DSP Pack.

The Just Add Ink Challenge is to use White plus ONE other colour!

So I have used Melon Mambo and Whisper White.

Here is my card:

Supplies:

Stamp set: Delicate Doilies, It’s Your Day

Card: Melon Mambo, Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo

Accessories: Flirtatious Speciality DSP, Clear Rhinestone Brads, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

A simple card and you could put any note on the inside and send to someone Just Because.

Until next time…Meg x

Touched by Nature

2011-08-25T00:23:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

How has your week been going?

Mine has been quite good but the weeks seem to go so fast lately and we are nearly in September – Christmas will be here before we know it!

My card below is a combination of a couple of challenges:

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge # 83

and

Colour Create Challenge # 77

which is inspirational colours of Blue, Green, White, Red & Brown from the picture below as well the optional extra – Texture.

I have used Soft Suede, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz and Baja Breeze.

I have added a touch of texture with the Square Lattice Embossing Folder on the Pear Pizzazz.

The sketch challenge was great as I love layers. - Well what do you think?

Supplies:

Stamp set: Nature Walk, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz, Soft Suede, Whisper White
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz, Soft Suede

Accessories: Lace Ribbon Border Punch, Word Window Punch, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Silver Brads, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Hope to see you back soon…. Meg x

Cupcake Time

2011-08-19T22:54:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

Back again with a mixture of the old and the new.

The current Idea Book & Catalogue will be replaced on 1 September with our new catalogue and you can get some of the items we are saying good bye to by clicking here to review the retired list.

So for this challenge I have mixed the old with the new – some DSP that is only available until 31 August with the new the Create a Cupcake stamp set that teams with the Cupcake Builder Punch.

The sketch layout is from Mary Jo’s website and her Monday Lunchtime Sketch Challenge # 187.

And this is my card:

Supplies:

Stamp set: Create a Cupcake

Card: Real Red, Pacific Point, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point

Accessories: Celebrations DSP, Cupcake Builder Punch, Mini Glue Dots,Paper Piercing Tool & Mat Pack, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I love the bright colours in the DSP and the cute little cup cake.

Leave a comment let me know what you think.

Till next time…. Meg x

Back and Pretty in Pink

2011-08-19T22:38:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

My goodness it has been AGES!!!!!!!!!!! since my last post and to be honest I haven’t stopped.

Between completing wedding invitations, boxes, name place cards, decorating wishing well/candles and thank you cards PLUS

Changing workplaces and working for my old workplace for a few weeks after I finished PLUS

School Holidays PLUS

Completing some Workshops PLUS

as you can all appreciate life in general has been crazy so something had to give and it has been my posts and my crafty creations.

But during the past week I found the Paper Players Challenge Colour Challenge # 59 – All Pretty In Pink :

Rose Red, Regal Rose and Pretty in Pink

I have also used the sketch layout from Ala Card Monkey site – I really like the challenge of this layout.

I am happy with the end result and I have used some of the new product from the new Idea Book & Catalogue. Like the Lace Ribbon Border Punch and the Button Buddies and Creative Elements stamp sets.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Just Believe, Creative Elements, Button Buddies

Card: Pretty in Pink, Real Rose, Rose Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Real Rose, Rose Red

Accessories: Lace Ribbon Boarder Punch, 3/8” Pretty In Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

What do you think?

Well I am off to make a cup of tea so until next time, keep well…… Meg x

Thanks

2011-06-09T00:32:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

Back with a new card to share and I have taken inspiration from two challenges:

A sketch challenge from Just Us Girls

A sentiment challenge from Paper Players

A colour challenge from Meighan (LOL):

Night of Navy, Riding Hood Red, Early Espresso and Very Vanilla.

I used Night of Navy for the base of my card and then I added an embossed piece of Riding Hood Red cardstock. The embossing folder used is the Elegant Lines textured impressions embossing folder.

The butterflies are from the Beautiful Wings and Beautiful Butterflies Dies and I have used the Stampin’ Pastels Night of Navy to create a touch of shading on the two Very Vanilla butterflies.

I have used the Circle Scissor Plus to cut out the large two circles. The large circle is from a sheet of the Botanical Gazette DSP.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Perfect Punches

Card: Night of Navy, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Riding Hood Red

Accessories: Botanical Gazette DSP, 3/8” (1cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Stampin‘ Pastels, Sticky Strip, Scallop Oval Extra-Large Punch, 1-3/8” x 5/8” (3.5 cm x 1.6 cm) Oval Large Punch, Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Dies, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Dies, Basic Pearls, Elegant Lines Embossing Folders, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I am really happy with the end result – what do you think?

Please come back soon….. Meg x

For You

2011-06-08T00:05:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone how was your weekend?

Mine was great! I caught up with a friend of mine I have know since were 5 years old and every time we catch up it is wonderful.

Our children all played together and it was nice to get away for the weekend. I think sometimes we forget to stop and just enjoy times like this.

That was my weekend but now on to the card I have created for two challenges.

The sketch challenge from Create with Connie and Mary and the current Play Date Cafe Challenge.

From the picture inspiration at the Play Date Cafe I have used Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz and and Very Vanilla.

I have used Riding Hood Red for the base of my card and I have also used some of the Botanical Gazette DSP from the Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Nature Walk, Clearly for You

Card: Riding Hood Red, Old Olive Very Vanilla
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 3/8” (1cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, SNAIL Adhesive

I used a dauber to add a touch of Cherry Cobbler to the edges of the DSP.

I love the image of the butterfly on the DSP, they just seem to be flying in the background.

Thanks for visiting again, please come back soon.

Until next time keep creating…. Meg x

Happy Birthday

2011-06-02T00:33:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

I have created a birthday card using the colour challenge from Create with Connie and Mary and the sketch layout from Sketch Frenzy Friday.

Both challenges can be seen below:

I have used Riding Hood Red for the base of my card and I have used the lovely butterfly from the Strength and Hope set.

I have flipped the sketch and replaced the bow with the butterfly.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Strength & Hope, Perfect Punches, Just Believe

Card: Peach Parfait, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Peach Parfait, Riding Hood Red, Baja Breeze

Accessories: 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, 2” x 1-3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra Large Punch, Eyelet Border Punch, 3/16” (0.5 cm) Corner Small Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I found the colours to put together a little challenging – LOL, but I am pretty happy with the end result.

What do you think? Keep creating…… Meg x

It’s Black & White with a Splash of Green

2011-05-31T23:49:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

How was your weekend? Hope your week is off to a good start!

I did go to the movies with my Mum and saw “Water for Elephants” – it was a very good movie but I the circus master was a very cruel man!

I know that they say that the book in normally better than the movie but for this movie I do not believe I could read the book. I must say the elephant in the movie was beautiful – as beautiful an elephant can be !

On to crafty things and I have a card to share with you.

The colours have been inspired by the challenge at The Play Date Cafe – It’s Black and White with a touch of Green.

The sketch layout was from Sketch Frenzy Friday – this sketch has closed but I liked the simplicity of it:

I have used Basic Black for the base of the card and I have embossed the Whisper White in the Big Shot with the Elegant Lines embossing folder.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Clearly for You, Pocket Silhouettes

Card: Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Basic Black Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Elegant Lines Embossing Folder, White Uni-ball Signo Gel Pen, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was a really quick card to do and I just love the large striped grosgrain ribbon.

What do you think? Leave me a message if you get a chance and visit again soon!

Meg x

Cottage Friend

2011-05-26T09:00:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone – how are you going for Thursday? I am well, feeling great and looking forward to the weekend.

We have our fortnightly girly get together this Friday where we probably do more talking then crafting but it is a great way to wind down and catch up.

Also I am going to the movies with Mum this weekend to see ‘Water for Elephants’ – a girly flick and we will catch up with Dad for dinner after the movies.

So speaking of girly things, I have created a card that fits into three current challenges:

The first is the very Girly Challenge from the Friday Mashup Challenge - Ribbons, Pearls and all things Girls – what a beautiful little girl!

The second challenge is from SUO challenges – Flowers for May. You can visit this site to see this challenge if you click here.

The last challenge is from Paper Players and is a Sketch Challenge # 48:

I have used a colour combo of Melon Mambo, Basic Grey and Old Olive with Very Vanilla, as well as the lovely Vintage Vogue stamp set.

I cannot believe a few months ago I was struggling to think of ways to use this set! I have used this lovely set so many times lately.

For that extra touch I used some of the Chantilly 1/2” Crochet Trim.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue

Card: Melon Mambo, Basic Grey, Very Vanilla
Ink: Melon Mambo, Basic Grey, Old Olive

Accessories: Textured Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folders, 1/2” (1.3 cm) Chantilly Crochet Trim, Circle Scissors Plus, Sticky Strip, Rhinestone Brads, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

What do you think ? Leave me a comment if you get a chance and let me know.

I think the sketch challenge really suited the girly theme.

All the best…. Meg x

Finally another post & challenge

2011-05-25T23:16:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

I haven’t had a chance to send a post for a while as I have been to the Stampin’ Up! Convention in Melbourne and it was GREAT!

Had a wonderful time, met so many crafty people, exchanged ideas and it was so worth travelling to Melbourne and experiencing the cold and wet but I must say I also got to see my Sister and her family which was an added bonus :)

As you know, you then come back home you get back into routines work, school, life in general but along the way unfortunately pick up a cold.

So I was not feeling the best over the weekend but I am much better now and back on board.

Now on to my card creation…..

I have used the colour challenge from Just Add Ink and the sketch challenge from Create with Connie and Mary:

I have used Baja Breeze for the base of my card and I have created a card for Child’s Birthday. It is my youngest niece’s birthday next month so I think I will give this card to her.

I have used the Fox & Friends, Party This Way & On Your Birthday stamp sets as well as some of the texture embossing folders in the Big Shot.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Fox & Friends, Party This Way, On Your Birthday

Card: Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz, Perfect Plum, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Pear Pizzazz, Perfect Plum

Accessories: Textured Square Lattice & Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folders, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Word Window Punch, 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon, Mat Pack for Paper Piercing, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was an unusual sketch but this is why you call them challenges!

In the end I think both the sketch and the colours have worked well together and I am sure my niece will enjoy this card for her 4th Birthday.

Until next time…. Meg x

Thank You

2011-05-06T23:24:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

Another week gone and the weekend is here and I have another card to share with you.

The colours are from the Scrapmaster’s Paradise Color Combo # 98 challenge – visit Scrapmaster’s Paradise by clicking on the image.

The other inspiration is from the Paper Players Challenge # 45 - Birds, Bees, Flowers and/or Trees # 45.

I have also used Paper Players sketch from last week as inspiration for the card and you can visit Paper Players by clicking on the image.

The base of my card is Chocolate Chip cardstock and the Tempting Turquoise cardstock has been embossed in the Big Shot with the new Framed Tulips Textured Impressions folder.

The Chantilly Crochet Trim has been layered on the Chocolate Chip Scallop Trim Border Punched cardstock.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Occasional Quotes, Eastern Blooms

Card: Chocolate Chip, Tempting Turquoise, Very Vanilla
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Tempting Turquoise

Accessories: Chantilly 1/2” (1.3 cm) Crochet Trim, Framed Tulips Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Scallop Trim Border Punch, SNAIL Adhesive

I have not used the Eastern Blooms stamp set for some time but I think it suited this card and the sentiment from the Occasional Quotes Hostess set adds that little touch.

Thanks for have a look around, please come back soon…… Meg x

Cherish

2011-05-04T23:50:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

It’s the middle of the week and I don’t know about you but things are so busy.

But as you will appreciated, we always need a bit of my time and with my time tonight after finishing some chores, I have created a new card to share with you and the card uses two challenges.

The first is the current colour challenge # 148 from Create with Connie & Mary and the other challenge is the sketch challenge # 137 from the Clean & Simple site.

The colours from the colour challenge are wonderful, they have co-ordinated so well.

For the sketch I have used the lovely swirls image from the Baroque Motifs set for the main part of the card. I had forgotten how much I love this stamp set !

Supplies:

Stamp set: Baroque Motifs

Card: Wild Wasabi, Perfect Plum, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Wild Wasabi, Perfect Plum

Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, Antique Brads, Basic Rhinestones, SNAIL Adhesive

I have added one of the Antique Brads to the card and I have used the Eyelet Border Punch to add a little bit more to the side of the card.

What do you think? I really like the end results and the colours look so good !

Leave me a comment if you get a chance and please visit again soon……. Meg x

Upsy Daisy Challenge

2011-05-03T23:41:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

Just a quick post to share with you a card I have created for the Diva Coffee Break Design Sketch Challenge # 225 & the colour challenge # 39 from ColorLab.

Here are the challenges below and you can view the sites if you click on these images.

The base card is Pumpkin Pie and I have used Very Vanilla as the neutral card stock.

I have also rotated the sketch and my card and use the Upsy Daisy stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Upsy Daisy

Card: Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Mat Pack for Paper-Piercing, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Unfortunately I did not have enough room for the sentiment on the front of the card but I will add that on the insert inside the card.

A quick card, I like it – if you want to let me know what you think, please leave me a comment.

Until next time….. Meg x

Hello Blossoms Sketch

2011-04-30T10:01:00.001+10:00

Hi Everyone,

Time has been on short supply this week :) so I have not had a lot of time to create very much.

But I should get back into the swing of things over the weekend.

Although I had a chance to create a new card using the Hello Blossoms stamp set for the Card Patterns Sketch #112 challenge and the ColorQ colour challenge.

Both are below and you can visit the sites if you click the images:

I have twisted the sketch and changed it a little as this stamp set has the sentiment in the flowers.

I also stamped the image twice, the first one was on Whisper White cardstock in Kiwi Kiss ink and the second on Whisper White cardstock with Baja Breeze ink.

Both pieces of the Whisper White cardstock were the same size prior to being stamped on so I cut them down the middle and then matched the images up to get the two tone effect.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Hello Blossoms

Card: Always Artichoke, Pear Pizzazz, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Baja Breeze, Kiwi Kiss (Retired)

Accessories: 5/8” (1.6 cm) Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Always Artichoke Grosgrain Ribbon (Retired), Mat Pack for Paper-Piercing, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was a quick card to make with this great sketch layout.

Please leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

PS - This little stamp set is such great value and is currently available Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue which you can view via the link on my blog or if you would like a copy of the mini catalogue email me and I will send one to you.

Take care….. Meg x

Happiness

2011-04-25T14:30:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

It’s Anzac Day today and a day were Australians and New Zealander’s remember all our fallen soldiers. It is the anniversary of the first major military action which was fought by Australian and New Zealand forces in the First World War.

ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and if want to know more about the ANZAC’s and the history of Australia Day you can visit the Australian War Memorial if you click here.

My card below has just one word on it.… happiness.

The sketch for this card is from Sketch Frenzy Friday and the colours from ColorLab’s current colour challenge:

I have used Pink Pirouette for the base of the card and the petal image from the Printed Petals stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Printed Petals, Priceless, Warm Words (retired)

Card: Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Celery, So Saffron, Pink Pirouette

Accessories: Elegant Lines Embossing Folder, Distressing Tool from Cutter Kit, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

A simple card with soft colours.

On today, I am happy and thankful for every soldier and what they have done and continue to do for this country.

This is a day of remembrance of all the good and bad times, ones that make us cry and ones that make us laugh with happiness.

Take care and keep safe, please visit again soon…… Meg x

Time goes by….

2011-04-25T04:30:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

Hope the Easter Bunny found you - he visited our place and I think I have had my fill of chocolate ----- well for now that is :)

This post has been created as I have a new card to share with you.

I have created the card below using the Create with Connie & Mary sketch challenge # 147 and the colour challenge from Utah Divas International.

Both challenges are below for your to see and visit:

I have used the Sense of Time stamp set which I do not use often and I have used Basic Black for

the base of my card.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Sense of Time

Card: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Grey, Basic Black

Accessories: 1/4” (6.4 mm) Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon, Mat Pack for Paper-piercing, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I added the saying from the Sense of Time stamp set:

“An unhurried sense of time is in itself a form of wealth – Bonnie Friedman'”

…… what a true words.

How often do we run around and forget to slow down and appreciate the small things that mean so much.

I hope you have time over the next few days to get a chance to slow down, relax and get a chance to enjoy some of the small things around you and your family.

Take care….. Meg x

Friends

2011-04-23T00:47:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

It has been an interesting week, I have been in Melbourne and on the return trip unfortunately we were delayed about 2.5 hours getting back to Sydney on Tuesday night. As there had been a Security issue in Sydney earlier in the day.

At one stage we were told that we would not get back to Sydney before curfew (that’s 11 pm) but we did get back with about 15 minutes to spare.

So many people were inconvenienced and some have only just been reallocated flights, so I cannot complain too much.

With the late return on Tuesday night and trying to squeeze in 5 days of work into two on Wednesday and Thursday, I have not had a much time or energy to do any crafting.

But this evening (Good Friday), I have managed to create a quick card for the following challenges:

Card Patterns Sketch 111

and Flutter by Wednesday open challenge and with this challenges there is always a need for a butterfly but for me that is not hard :)

and Just Add Ink – Mateship/Friendship for Anzac Day challenge

My card has some of the wonderful Elegant Soiree DSP and I taken the colour inspiration for my card from this paper which is Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla and Basic Grey.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Great Friend, Hello Again

Card: Very Vanilla, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake,
Ink: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze

Accessories: Lots of Tags Sizzlits 4-Pack Dies, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I have used Soft Suede for the base of my card and the friendship sentiment from the Great Friend stamp set.

I had forgotten about the Lots of Tags 4-Pack Dies which go through the Big Shot and make a quick label for any card or creative project, so I am happy to have used it in this card.

Let me know what you think by leaving a comment and don’t leave it too long before your next visit.

Have a great Easter! Meg x

Free like a Butterfly…

2011-04-18T15:30:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

How are you going? I am well and happy that I can share another card with you.

Today I have created a card for two challenges:

a colour challenge from Create with Connie & Mary # CCMC146 and
then a sketch layout from Clean & Simple # 135!

Both challenges are below for you to see and you can visit the sites if you click on the images.

I must admit this colour challenge took a lot of thought, as the colours are bright colours.

In the end I decided on using Real Read for the base of the card and with some Very Vanilla in the mix, I think the end result is quite good!

Supplies:

Stamp set: All a Flutter, Sense of Time

Card: Pacific Point, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pacific Point, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories: Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Nestabilities, 3/16” (0.5 cm) Corner Small Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I love this butterfly image from the All a Flutter stamp set – this is a single image that can be purchased out of the current catalogue.

Please leave me a comment if you get a chance but remember to spend a little time creating !!!

Until next time….. Meg x

Because I Care Challenge

2011-04-17T10:30:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

I have created a card using the Because I Care stamp set for the Diva Coffee Break Design Sketch Challenge # 223 & the ColorLab Challenge # 37.

The sketch and colours for the challenges are below and you can visit the sites if you click on the images:

I think the Hydrangea in this stamp set is lovely.

I have used Rose Red for base of my card and the base card has also been embossed using the Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, which is a little hard to see on the photo.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Because I Care

Card: Rose Red, Always Artichoke, Whisper White
Ink: Rose Red, Regal Rose, Always Artichoke

Accessories: Always Artichoke Retired Ribbon, Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

What do you think? I am happy with the end result and I have only used one stamp set. Don’t you just love the SU stamp sets!

Thanks for visiting again, come back soon……. Meg x

For You Challenge

2011-04-13T00:37:00.001+10:00

Back again, this time with a creation that has been inspired from the Colour Challenge at PPA and the sketch challenge from Sketch Frenzy Friday.

Both challenges are below and you can view the sites if you click on the images:

I have used Pear Pizzazz for the base of the card and the main image is from the Artistic Etchings stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Artistic Etchings, Elements of Style

Card: Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Ink: Crumb Cake

Accessories: Photo Corners Extra-Large Punch, 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I really like these colours – isn’t the Daffodil Delight a great yellow colour.

The layout is quick and effective – next time you should have a go too!

Please visit again soon…. Meg x

Pocket Friend

2011-04-13T00:16:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone,

How is your week going? Can you believe that Easter is nearly here and April will be gone before we know it.

What do they say - ‘Time flies when you are having fun!’ and I have been having fun creating a card for the colour challenge from Colorlab Challenge # 36 and the sketch layout from Create with Connie and Mary # 145.

Here are the images from the challenges and if you click on the images you will be taken to the respective site:

I have used Early Espresso for the base of my card and I have also used the Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Pocket Silhouettes

Card: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Poppy Parade, Whisper White
Ink: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Poppy Parade

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, 1/8” (3.2 mm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I really love the colour combo, it goes so well together and the sketch is simple and quick.

I just love the embossing folders they make such a quick background to any creation.

Let me know what you think and leave me a message.

Keep creating….. Meg x

Great Friend

2011-04-10T02:00:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone, thanks for visiting once more and seeing what I am up too.

When you are reading this I hope that all is well and that you have managed a little time to do some creating ?!

I have created a card using the colour inspiration from Scrapmaster’s Paradise and the sketch layout from Sketch Frenzy Friday.

Below are the challenges and you can visit each site if you click on the image:

I have used Basic Grey for the base of my card and some of the Lap of Luxury DSP. This is such a great colour challenge, as the colours compliment each other very well.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Great Friend, Every Moment

Card: Pretty in Pink, Very Vanilla, Basic Grey
Ink: Basic Grey, Pretty in Pink

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Scallop Edge Border, Mat Pack for Paper-Piercing, Lap of Luxury DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I haven’t really used the Every Moment stamp set but I think it suits this layout and of course the verse from the Great Friend stamp set, just adds that extra touch :)

Let me know what you think by leaving a comment and thanks for visiting once more.

See you again soon….. Meg x

Hello Blossoms

2011-04-09T13:30:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

Hope your weekend is going great….. :)

I have created a card based on the Colour Challenge from Picture Perfect Creations # 54 and the sketch layout from Sketch Saturday # 149.

Both inspirations are below:

I have used Melon Mambo as the base of my card and the new Hello Blossoms stamp set from the Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue.

I think my card is close to the sketch and the colours from the combo challenge look great together. Of course I have added my favourite “bling” with some of the rhinestones.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Hello Blossoms

Card: Melon Mambo, Basic Black, Blushing Bride, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Blushing Bride, Melon Mambo

Accessories: 5/8” (1.6 cm) Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Mat Pack for paper-piercing, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

A happy little card – don’t you think? Leave me a comment and let me know.

Keep creating…. Meg x

Botanical Challenge

2011-04-09T06:30:00.000+10:00

The new Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue is available and it contains some great DSP and new

stamps.

If you haven’t received a copy of the catalogue yet, click here and I will send you one!

You can also see catalogue online and the link is on my blog.

I have created a card using the new DSP Botanical Gazette from the mini catalogue and combined it with sketch from Card Patterns Sketch # 109.

The Botanical Gazette DSP contains some great colours: Early Espresso, So Saffron, Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler, Not Quiet Navy, Marina Mist and Old Olive.

So I have taken my colour inspiration from the paper and used Early Espresso for the base of my card.

I have also used the bird image from the Always stamp set and some of the great ribbons we have available in the main catalogue.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Always, Teeny Tiny Sentiments, Always

Card: Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler
Ink: Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Marina Mist Taffeta Ribbon, 5/8” (1.6 cm) Very Vanilla Stain Ribbon, Nestabilities, 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, Word Window Large Punch, Botanical Gazette DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

The soft blue of the Marina Mist with the Cherry Cobbler on this paper, looks good.

This was a quick card to make with this sketch and I this new DSP is definitely a winner!

I think I need to get the Nature Walk stamp set that goes with this DSP and see what creations I can come up with!

Thanks for visiting once more, enjoy your weekend and see you again soon…. Meg x

Vintage Friends

2011-04-07T00:42:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone, how are things? I’ve been a little busy the past few days so I have not had a chance to do as much creating as I would like.

But as late as it is I have had a creative moment and created this card below for the following challenges….

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge #SSS102 and you can visit their site if you click on the image…

The other challenge is from the 4 Crafty Chicks Challenge # 31. This challenge was to use one ribbon, two pattern papers and three buttons on your creation and you can visit this site if you click here.

Unfortunately this challenge had ended before I could add my card but it has still be a good little challenge to keep in mind when I was creating this card.

For the base of my card I have used Concord Crush – I really love this rich purple colour and some two different sheets of DSP from the Lap of Luxury DSP.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue

Card: Pretty in Pink, Concord Crush, Very Vanilla
Ink: Concord Crush

Accessories: Bitty Buttons (Retired), Lap of Luxury DSP, Hemp Twine, Nestabilities, 3/8” (1 cm) Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I liked these challenges, they were fun and I think this is a cute little card.

Thanks for visiting once more and please come back soon….. Meg x

For my Friend

2011-04-05T06:00:00.000+10:00

Hi everyone,

Just posting another card I have created and inspiration is from a couple of challenges:

Blogger’s Challenge – For the Birds

ColorLab Colour Challenge # 35

Sketch Frenzy Friday SFF032511

I have changed the sketch to a landscape card, used the ColorLab Colours and used one of the little birds from the Cheep Talk stamping set.

The base of my card is Chocolate Chip and I have used Elegant Eggplant for the verse.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Cheep Talk

Card: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant, Very Vanilla
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant

Accessories: Scallop Trim Border Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

A quick little card and I love the saying…. until next time keep well.. Meg x

Miss You

2011-04-04T21:22:00.001+10:00

The inspiration for the layout of my card for this post has been taken from the Diva Coffee Break Design Sketch Challenge # 221.

The Diva Coffee Break Design Sketch is below for your reference:

I have used Early Espresso for the base of my card and I some of the lovely Elegant Soiree DSP.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Punch Potpourri, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Early Espresso, Pink Pirouette, Certainly Celery, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Full Heart Extra-Large Punch, Word Window Large Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, 5/8” (1.6 cm) Very Vanilla, Satin Ribbon, Elegant Soiree DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Even though the Early Espresso is very dark, the card is softened when you had the DSP and some Pink Pirouette cardstock.

What do you think? I am very happy with the end result.

All the best…. Meg x

Flowers Everywhere

2011-04-04T06:13:00.000+10:00

The card I have created uses the Clean and Simple Sketch # 134 and the colour challenge from Utah Divas International Challenge # 29.

The sketch and the colour challenges are below for your reference:

The colours used in the Utah Divas Challenge are: More Mustard, Rich Razzleberry, Poppy Parade, Crumb Cake and Blushing Bride – a real challenge don’t you think!

For the base of my card I used More Mustard and I also used some of the Rich Razzleberry

1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Punch Potpourri, Flight of the Butterfly

Card: More Mustard, Crumb Cake, Rich Razzleberry, Poppy Parade, Blushing Bride, Very Vanilla
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Poppy Parade, Blushing Bride

Accessories: Boho Blossoms Extra-Large Punch, Textured Impressions Square Lattice Embossing Folder, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Rich Razzleberry Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I was not sure how to incorporate all of the colours of the Utah Divas Colour Challenge. I used the Flower image from the Punch Potpourri set and stamped the flowers in the same colour as the card stock.

I then punched out the flowers using the Boho Blossoms Extra-Large Punch, layered them and added some ‘bling’ with the Basic Rhinestones.

You cannot see it very well but the Crumb Cake layer has been embossed.

I am really happy with the end result.

Until next time…. keep well…. Meg x

Travel Challenge

2011-04-03T21:48:00.001+10:00

Hi everyone, hope your weekend has been good. It is hard to believe that the first quarter of the year is gone and here we are in April.

Time really does fly…………….

I have participated in the Color Throwdown # 135 Challenge and the colours can be seen below:

and the Flutter by Wednesday Challenge # 148.

For the Flutter by Wednesday challenge you have to use buttons, bows and a fluttering butterfly, fairy or angel.

My card is below and I have used Real Red for the base of the card with some So Saffron and Very Vanilla.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Artistic Etchings

Card: Real Red, Basic Black, Very Vanilla, So Saffron

Ink: Basic Black, Real Red

Accessories: 1/4” (6.4 mm) Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, 1 1/4” (3.2 cm) Circle Large Punch, Newsprint DSP,
Button & Thread (Non-SU), Mat Pack for Piercing, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Can you see the little butterfly, I love butterflies!

I enjoyed this challenge and I am happy with the result. What do you think?

Keep creating and see you back here soon…… Meg x

Birthday Wishes For You

2011-03-27T21:30:00.000+11:00

Evening everyone – did you have a great weekend!

I did a bit of creating, some gardening, some shopping and had time for a coffee, so I cannot really complain :)

The card I have created below is based on Mojo Monday’s Sketch # 183 and the card also fits into the SU Only Challenge of Birthdays.

A copy of the sketch is here for you to see and you can visit Mojo Monday’s site if you click on the image.

If you have not visited the SU Only site before take a look and click here for the link.

I have taken my colour inspiration from the Celebration DSP. This paper has some lovely bright colours: Pacific Point, Real Red as well as Bashful Blue and Pear Pizzazz.

I have used Real Red for the base of my card and the Flight of the Butterfly stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Flight of the Butterfly, Vintage Labels (Retired)

Card: Real Red, Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Real Red, Pacific Point

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Taffeta Ribbon, Real Red Retired Ribbon, Mat Pack for Paper Piercing, Celebrations DSP, 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This is such a bright birthday card. My niece’s birthday is this coming week and I think she will love this card.

Thanks for visiting once more, please come back soon…… Meg x

Monkey Business

2011-03-27T14:00:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone back again….

I found a new challenge at Mashup! Challenges – click here to visit Mashup! and the most recent challenge is # 37 with a theme of Zoo Animals.

So I have combined the Mashup! Challenge with the new ColorLab Color Challenge # 34. To visit ColorLab click here.

Both challenge images are posted below:

I decided to you use the Fox & Friends stamp set as I do not use this set very much and I thought it would suite both challenges.

I used Chocolate Chip for the base of my card and this cheeky monkey could not keep still - bouncing all over the place…

Supplies:

Stamp set: Fox & Friends, Picture This

Card: Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz,Whisper White
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, Sunny Garden DSP, 1/2” (1.3cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Well I have used this set once more and I have completed the challenge, so I am happy.

Thanks for visiting…. Meg x

Fifth Avenue Challenge

2011-03-27T06:05:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone, how is your weekend going?

Mine is good and it is a lot cooler too – its about 22 degrees and overcast. The rain has held off for now, so I can take my washing off the line in the morning.

But on to creative things…..

I have completed the sketch challenge # 131 at Clean & Simple and combined it with the colour challenge at Rubber Redneck Color Round Up (CRU #27).

Below is a copy of both challenges and to visit the sites just click on the images.

The base of my card is Night of Navy cardstock and I have used the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Fifth Avenue Floral

Card: Night of Navy, Cajun Craze, River Rock, Whisper White
Ink: Cajun Craze, River Rock

Accessories: Scallop Edge Border Punch SNAIL Adhesive

Let me know what you think of my simple take on the sketch and the colour challenge….

Until next time….. Meg x

Kindness Card

2011-03-24T11:05:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone, it’s Thursday which is so much closer to Friday and the weekend! How is your week going?

Yes another card I have created for a challenge.

This one is based on the sketch from Monday Lunchtime Sketch Challenge # 166 and the colour combination from ColorLab Color Challenge # 33.

You can visit ColorLab Color Challenge blog if you click here.

And you can visit Mary Jo Price-Williams blog for the Monday Lunchtime Sketch Challenge if you click on the image below:

I have used Pear Pizzazz for the base of my card as well as the Elegant Bouquet Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

I add some ink Regal Rose and Pear Pizzazz to the embossing folder before I added the card and placed the folder in the Big Shot. So there is just a little colour on the embossed image.

You can just see a glimpse of the colour in the picture. The little word sentiment is from the Vintage Vogue stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue

Card: Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose, Marina Mist, Whisper White
Ink: Regal Rose, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon, 1-3/4” x 5/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large Punch, Elegant Bouquet Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Remember keep creating and enjoy every moment.

Until next time…. Meg x

Vintage Vogue Friend

2011-03-24T00:42:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

I have created the following card based on the sketch from Card Patterns Sketch # 107 and the colour combination is from Just Add Ink.

Unfortunately I missed adding the card to the Just Add Ink website but you can view the site if you click here.

And you can visit Card Patterns blog if you click on the sketch image below:

I have used Rich Razzleberry cardstock for the base of my card and I have used a few of the images from the Vintage Vogue stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue

Card: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Rich Razzleberry Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, 1/4” (6.4 mm) Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain Ribbon, Vintage Wallpaper Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Scallop Trim Border, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This is a great sketch – give it a go and test your skills on creating some bows.

I think I am getting better at my bows and I believe that this is my best one yet :)

Let me know what you think.

All the best ….. Meg x

Moments in Life Sketch

2011-03-23T12:30:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone,

I found this wonderful sketch at I love 2 stamp website.

You can visit the site if you click here and you can post your creation up until the 31 March 2011.

I used the colours and some of the DSP from Elegant Soiree DSP. This would have to be my favourite DSP at the moment.

The papers are lovely and the colours go so well together: – Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla and Basic Grey.

I have used Soft Suede for the base of my card with some stamped images from the Vintage Vogue stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Elements of Style, Vintage Vogue

Card: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Ink: Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Elegant Soiree DSP, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I like the end result this is a great sketch.

Leave me a message and let me know what you think!

Until next time …. Meg x

Flutter by Wednesday Challenge

2011-03-23T00:21:00.001+11:00

I have created this card for the sketch challenge at Flutter By Wednesday’s website. You can visit their website if you click here.

The challenge is the sketch below and/or some green and of course a butterfly, fairy or angel.

I have used Pear Pizzazz as the base for my card, this is my green and below is my take of the sketch.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Friends Never Fade

Card: Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie
Ink: Real Red

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I love butterflies so this challenge was very appealing and I also adore the Greenhouse Gala DSP.

I have used the Greenhouse Gala DSP lots recently and it goes so well in this sketch. The pumpkin pie in the flowers just adds that touch of life to the card.

Unfortunately the picture does not do the card justice as it looks a lot brighter in the real life.

I like the card and the sketch - Let me know what you think.

Until next time…… Meg x

Friend to Friend Sketch

2011-03-21T12:30:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone,

Last week I ran out of time to link my card to the Card Patterns Sketch # 106 challenge before it closed but I am still going to post the sketch and my card for you to see.

The sketch is below and you can visit the Card Patterns site if you click on the image.

For my card I used the lovely and bright Greenhouse Gala DSP and the base card is in Real Red. Real Red is such a bright warm colour – don’t you think?

The lovely bird image is from the Friends 24-7 stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Friends 24-7, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Real Red, Very Vanilla, Pumpkin Pie, Baja Breeze
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Boho Blossoms Extra-Large, Word Window Punch, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Nestabilities , Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Basic Pearls, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was a little challenging as I struggled to add something to the area where the flowers are.

I am not completely sold on the end result but maybe it will grow on me!

Take care….. Meg x

My Friend Sketch

2011-03-21T06:00:00.000+11:00

Morning everyone – hope your Monday is a good one to start the week.

Not like mine last Monday, I left my wallet at home so I had no money for lunch or a Driver’s Licence, it was not good but that was last week – we are on to a new week and new challenges :)

Below is a copy of the sketch from The Diva Coffee Break Designs Challenge # 219 and you can visit the site if you click on the image.

For my card I have taken the colour inspiration from the Elegant Soiree DSP and I have used Basic Gray as the base card stock.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Perfect Punches, Punch Potpourri, Vintage Vogue, Bliss

Card: Basic Grey, Baja Breeze, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Scallop Square Extra-Large Punch, Boho Blossoms Extra-Large Punch, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Elegant Soiree DSP, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I have added a little bling and accessories - this was a great challenge so quick to make the card!

It looks good but the card is a little large then normal but I don’t mind.

What do you think, give this challenge a go too - it is a winner.

Keep creating….. Meg x

Fabulous Friend Sketch Challenge

2011-03-20T23:00:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone,

I found the Monday Lunchtime Sketch Challenge 165 at TechnoStamper and decided to participate in the sketch challenge.

A copy of the sketch is below:

I have used the Soft Suede as the base cardstock as well as the lovely Bliss stamp set.

Remember that this set is only available during Sale-A-Bration (which ends on 31 March 2011) – so place an order soon!

I have added a touch of Regal Rose ink to the Embosslits Butterfly and I have used some of the Chantilly 1/2” Crochet Trim which is available in the Summer Mini Catalogue (which also finishes on 31 March 2011).

Supplies:

Stamp set: Bliss, Oval All

Card: Soft Suede, Regal Rose, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede, Regal Rose

Accessories: Crochet Trim Chantilly 1/2” (1.3 cm) , 3/8” (1 cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punches,
1-3/8”x5/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I like this card and I am really like using the Embosslits Dies they had that little touch!

Until next time….. Meg x

For You Card - Mojo Monday

2011-03-20T22:31:00.001+11:00

There is always so much to do on the weekend and this is the first post I have had a chance to complete.

I hope you have had a good weekend!

I have had a chance to complete a card for the Mojo Monday sketch MOJO182.

A copy of the sketch is below and you can click on the sketch to visit Mojo Monday’s site.

I have used Concord Crush for the base of my card and the Lap of Luxury DSP.

I have embossed the Pretty in Pink Cardstock with the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder.

Supplies:

Stamp set: For You Flower

Card: Concord Crush, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pretty in Pink

Accessories: Fancy Flower Extra-Large Punch, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Circle Large Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White & Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon, Vintage Wallpaper Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Lap of Luxury DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

The small touch of the Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon was a last minute touch.

Have a good week…… Meg x

Butterfly Challenge

2011-03-17T00:01:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

I have completed the card below based on the Color Dare # 99 (CD99) Colour Challenge and the layout of the card was inspired from this week’s Inkspiration Sketch Challenge # 61.

The Inkspiration Sketch is below and the colours that are part of this week’s Color Dare challenge are: Basic Gray, Cherry Cobbler and Marina Mist.

I have used Basic Grey for the base of my card and where the circle part of the sketch is I have added some of the Butterfly images from the Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Inspired by Nature

Card: Basic Grey, Cherry Cobbler, Marina Mist, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Grey

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Marina Mist Taffeta Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punch, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I haven’t used the Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die very much and you may not be able to see from the photo but the butterflies are embossed with very different patterns.

I love Cherry Cobbler so if I have any excuse to use this colour - I will!

I am happy with the end result, let me know what you think by leaving a comment and thanks once more for visiting…….. Meg x

Just for You Challenge

2011-03-16T06:15:00.000+11:00

Have you checked out the latest colour challenge from the Play Date Cafe PDCC72?

No, well here is a picture of the challenge below as well as the card I have created…..

There are so many wonderful colour inspirations in this picture.

From this picture I have created a card with the colours: So Saffron, Pumpkin Pie, Regal Rose, Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Sweet Summer, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Tempting Turquoise, Regal Rose, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie, Regal Rose

Accessories: Word Window Large Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Jumbo Brads Silver 5/16” (7.9 mm) Neutrals, Dimensionals

There are so many colours in this picture you could easily create another card completely different.

Until next time…… Meg x

Hello There

2011-03-15T23:47:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

The next card I have created is for the colour challenge from Create with Connie & Mary Color Challenge # CCMC141, which is Real Red, So Saffron, Crumb Cake and Whisper White.

and I have combined this colour challenge with the sketch challenge from Card Patterns Sketch

# 105.

You can click on the images above to visit both these sites.

I have used Real Red for the base card and Cheep Talk (Two-Step) Stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Cheep Talk

Card: Real Red, Crumb Cake, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Crumb Cake, Real Red

Accessories: Scallop Edge Border Punch, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Clip Assortment, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

You cannot see very clearly from the picture but the So Saffron cardstock has been embossed with the Perfect Polka Dots Folder but it has been placed on the card on the reverse side – just to be different.

Thanks for looking ….. keep creating….. Meg x

Hello Happy Birthday

2011-03-15T06:30:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone, I am back again with a card I created for yes – you guessed it a challenge ! :)

This card has been created with inspiration from the ColorLab Color Challenge # 32 and the sketch layout from Stamping 411 Saturday Sketch Challenge # 194.

I have placed the colour challenge and sketch below and do not forget to visit these sites for some great challenges and/or inspirations!

I have used Blushing Bride for the base of my card and the Rich Razzleberry card stock has been embossed with the Big Shot – Square Lattice Embossing Folder.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Hello Again, Punch Bunch

Card: Blushing Bride, Rich Razzleberry, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: Blushing Bride, Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Rich Razzleberry Taffeta Ribbon, 5/8” (1.6 cm) Whisper White Satin Ribbon, 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Square Extra-Large Punch, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Square Large Punch, Scallop Square Extra-Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I used the lovely little set called Hello Again and the Sale-A-Bration Punch Bunch set (love this set!).

I am really happy with this card, once I worked out the amount of each colour the card was created in no time.

If you are inspired – give it a go too!

Please visit again soon! Meg x

Colourful Butterfly Prints

2011-03-15T00:08:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone – how was your weekend?

Mine was very busy so this is the first post I have had a chance to do and of course it is for a challenge.

I have taken the colour challenge from Diva Coffee Break Color Challenge # 218 and the Blogger Challenge run by Lisa Somerville.

The Diva Coffee Break Challenge is below and you can click on the picture to visit their site.

Also do not forget to check out the Blogger Challenge by clicking here.

A simple layout and I have used Baja Breeze as the base card with part of the Top Note Die.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Butterfly Prints, Well Scripted

Card: Baja Breeze, Regal Rose, So Saffron, Whisper White
Ink: So Saffron, Baja Breeze, Regal Rose, Basic Black

Accessories: 5/8” (1.6 cm) Whisper White Satin Ribbon, Top Note Bigz Die, SNAIL Adhesive

I was not sure that I find the right balance with the colours but I am happy with the result.

What are your thoughts?

Until next time…. keep creating….. Meg x

Friends Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge 107

2011-03-12T06:35:00.000+11:00

I am back again…. with a card I created for the Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge # 107.

You can see the sketch here or visit the Sweetest Thing Blog if you click here.

I must admit I struggled with this sketch a bit. I had some ideas but they did not seem to work and the end result is different than I imaged.

But as you will know sometimes you just have to draw a line in the sand and go with the flow, after all we are our own worst critics.

I have used Chocolate Chip as the base card and the squares have been created from the Greenhouse Gala DSP.

I have also used a small amount of Hemp Twine and placed a small flower button from the Bitty Buttons in the Summer Mini Catalogue.

I have stamped the Friends saying and flower in Chocolate Chip and then again in Pear Pizzazz and Daffodil Delight. I cut the various part of the flower out and layered them.

I think I will create another card with this sketch to see what else I can come up with.

Until next time keep creating and keep smiling it’s the weekend!

Meg x

Let’s Celebrate

2011-03-12T00:14:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone, it’s Friday night and the weekend is here !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This past week has been a little crazy but that’s ok, these little things help keep you focused and grounded.

I have created a card for the Sketch Challenge at Frenzy Friday – the sketch number is SFF030411. This is the sketch and you can visit Sketch Frenzy Friday’s site if you click here.

I have used the Party This Way stamp set and the co-ordinating DSP Celebrations.

The Celebrations DSP contains the lovely bright colours of Pacific Point, Real Read mixed with some milder tones of Pear Pizzazz and Bashful Blue.

I have create the card as close to the sketch as I can and I think it’s a very happy card to give someone for their birthday.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Party This Way, On Your Birthday

Card: Real Red, Pacific Point, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, Clip Assortment, 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched Poly Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Unfortunately you may not be able to see clearly the basic rhinestones on the little traffic light which have caught the glare of the camera but they look good in real life!

I am happy with this little creation – what do you think?

Enjoy your weekend…… Meg x

Inspired by Nature Challenge

2011-03-10T23:43:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

We are so close to the weekend! But I don’t know about you but my is already planned and will be non-stop!

I have not used the Inspired by Nature stamp set for a while, so I have used this set when I created my card for the Just Us Girls Challenge # 74 - JUGS74.

I have placed a copy of the sketch with this posting or you can visit the Just Us Girls site if you click here.

I have used Pear Pizzazz for the base card and I stamped the long grass on the base card with Pear Pizzazz ink.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Inspired by Nature, Bliss

Card: Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip, Peach Parfait, Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, Chocolate Chip, So Saffron

Accessories: Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched Poly Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

It seems a little like the grass is moving and the light breeze is just taking the butterfly along for the ride!

Have a wonderful Friday…….. Meg x

Hummingbird - Sketch Frenzy Friday

2011-03-10T02:30:00.000+11:00

Back again, with this card I created using the lovely Elements of Style stamp set.

This sketch challenge was from Sketch Frenzy Friday # SFF022511 and the layout is below or you can click here to visit their site.

I decided to just use the flower image from the Elements of Style stamp set and I stamped the image over the base card which is Crumb Cake cardstock.

I then stamped the flower image on Cajun Craze and for the next two squares I have lined up the flowers from the Cajun Craze image.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Elements of Style

Card: Crumb Cake, Cajun Craze, Marina Mist, Whisper White

Ink: Crumb Cake, Cajun Craze, Marina Mist

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Taffeta Marina Mist Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was very time consuming to create but this was a challenge : )

The more I look at the card the more I like it.

Thanks again for stopping bye… leave comment it like…. Meg x

Clean & Simple with Vintage Vogue

2011-03-09T10:30:00.000+11:00

The Clean & Simple sketch challenge for this week is number 130.

I have copied the sketch below and you can visit the Clean & Simple site by clicking here.

I used the Vintage Vogue stamp set and the lovely Elegant Soiree DSP to create my card.

I have used some of the colours from the Elegant Soiree DSP. This paper contains the following colours - Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla and Basic Grey.

This was a quick card to create.

Have I told you how much I like these sketch challenges :) They really get you thinking.

All the best….. Meg x

Cottage Garden Challenge

2011-03-09T06:30:00.000+11:00

Yes back again with another card, this time from the Creative Sketches CS22 Sketch Challenge.

What do you think of the sketch challenges that have lots of layers – I love them as you get to use the some of that DSP you just had to have LOL!

So I have used the Sunny Garden DSP and again taken the colours from this paper. Colours in this DSP include Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz and Peach Parfait.

A change for me too – hardly any stamping.

I just randomly stamped the small bunch of flowers from the Cottage Garden stamp set in Peach Parfait ink on the Peach Parfait base card.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Cottage Garden

Card: Peach Parfait, Poppy Parade, Whisper White

Ink: Peach Parfait

Accessories: Sunny Garden DSP, Antique Brads, 1/2” (1.3 cm) Stitched Pear Pizzazz Poly Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

A quick card with an eye catching layout and a great way to use that DSP !!

Come back soon……. Meg x

Happiness Always

2011-03-09T00:21:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

Yes I have been creating again.

This time I have used the sketch # 217 from Diva Coffee Break Designs and I have placed a copy of the sketch below :

The Lap of Luxury DSP has been used for some layers in this card and I have used the colour in this DSP for inspiration also.

This DSP contains the colours: Pretty in Pink, Basic Gray, Concord Crush and Very Vanilla.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Bliss, Whimsical Words (retired)

Card: Pretty in Pink, Concord Crush, Very Vanilla

Ink: Pretty in Pink, Concord Crush

Accessories: 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Mat Pack, Lap of Luxury DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Concord Crush is one of my favourite colours at the moment and isn’t the DSP lovely?!

Thanks for visiting once more and please come back soon….. Meg x

Beautiful Butterfly

2011-03-08T00:15:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone, how was your Monday? Mine was busy but I cannot complain.

I have completed this card using the sketch challenge from Connie & Mary Thursday Challenge Sketch number CCM140 as well as the color challenge from Pals Paper Arts PPA83.

I have used Soft Suede for the base of my card and the Baja Breeze print from the Greenhouse Gala DSP.

Supplies:

Stamp set: All a Flutter

Card: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze

Accessories: 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I stamped the butterfly in Crumb Cake and then coloured in parts of the butterfly in with the Baja Breeze marker.

I like the card but I must admit I am still working on that perfect bow, but I will keep trying.

Hope you are finding time to do some creations of your own !

Thanks for stopping bye and please visit again soon…… Meg x

Random Sketch Winning Card

2011-03-07T23:43:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

I found out over the weekend that the card I created for the Skipping Stone Design sketch challenge was randomly picked as the winning card for that challenge.

What great timing last week, an extra birthday present!

If you have not seen the card you can click here for the posting on my blog.

Also if you haven’t participated in a sketch challenge visit Skipping Stone Design website for a challenge today!

All the best ….. Meg x

Friend to Friend Card

2011-03-07T10:15:00.000+11:00

Hi everyone,

How are things? Beginning of a new week and things are good.

I have completed another colour comb card. This one is from Scrapmaster’s Paradise Color Combo #89. You can visit the site by clicking here and the colour combo is below:

I have used Crumb Cake for the base of the card and over the half of the card has been embossed with the Textured Impressions Square Lattice folder.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Silhouette Sentiments, Teen Tiny Sentiments

Card: Tempting Turquoise, Wild Wasabi, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Wild Wasabi, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Scallop Edge Boarder Punch, Word Window Large Punch, Nestabilities, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Tempting Turquoise is such a bright colour but I like this colour combo together and this was another quick card to make.

Come back soon and keep creating!!!!! Meg x

Hello card

2011-03-06T23:52:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

I had a great birthday, cake, lots of handmade cards and lots of birthday wishes.

My latest card was created with the colour combo from Hand Stamped Sentiments. Their Colour Splash Challenge is #57 which I have placed below and you can visit their site if you click here.

I have used the Hello Again stamp set with Poppy Parade as the base of the card. The Very Vanilla card stock has been cut using the Top Note Bigz Die.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Hello Again

Card: Poppy Parade, Pear Pizzazz, Very Vanilla
Ink: Poppy Parade, Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride

Accessories: Top Note Bigz Die, Textured Impressions Perfect Polka Dots, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This is a very bright and happy card and I am sure it will cheer someone up when they receive it.

Leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

Until next time….. Meg x

Thank You Card

2011-03-03T23:47:00.001+11:00

Evening everyone, the weekend is so close.

There is so much planned but I am looking forward to celebrating my birthday tomorrow and over the weekend with friends. You can never celebrate your birthday too much!

But on to the card that I have made… the card has been created with inspiration from the clean and simple sketch FTL # 129 and the sketch is below:

For the base of my card I have used Soft Suede cardstock and I have also used the Elegant Soiree DSP. Even though it may not look like it the neutral cardstock is Very Vanilla.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Every Moment, Occasional Quotes

Card: Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede, Baja Breeze

Accessories: Elegant Soiree DSP, Retired Basic Grey Ribbon, Scallop Edge Boarder Punch, Nestabilities Classic Oval, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I also used the butterfly from the Every Moment stamp set and I have raised the oval and butterfly with dimensionals.

Have a great Friday because I know I will :)

Until next time, keep creating….. Meg x

Artistic Etchings Challenge

2011-03-02T23:14:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

Thank goodness it is Wednesday but how fast did February go!

Before we know it we will be talking about Easter and School Holidays.

For this post I have created a card using the latest sketch challenge from Inkspirations, challenge # 59.

You can view Inkspirations site by clicking here and a added a copy also to this post.

I have used the Eiffel Tower Image from the Artistic Etchings stamp set as the main image. Unfortunately I struggle to find inspiration for this set but not this time :)

I have also used the Newsprint DSP and the colour combo is Basic Black, Very Vanilla and Rose Red.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Artistic Etchings, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Basic Black, Rose Red, Very Vanilla
Ink: Basic Black

Accessories: 5/16” (7.9 mm) Silver Brads, Newsprint DSP, Mat Pack for paper piercing, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This was a great sketch to use the Artistic Etchings stamp set and Newsprint DSP together and I am quite happy with the end result.

Hope the rest of your week is good, please stop by again soon….. Meg x

Fifth Avenue Challenge

2011-03-01T10:00:00.000+11:00

Diva Coffee Break Designs have a new Color Challenge # 216 using the following colours:

and the challenge at Crazy 4 Challenge # C4C76 is to use flowers on your card.

I have created the following card for both these challenges using the lovely Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set.

The base card is Early Expresso and I have added some bling to the Eyelet Border.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Fifth Avenue Floral

Card: Early Expresso, Rose Red, Blushing Bride
Ink: Rose Red

Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, SNAIL Adhesive

Well I am off to look at the next challenge.

Keep creating and please come back soon…… Meg x

Life Happens Challenge

2011-02-28T22:25:00.000+11:00

The next card I created uses the sketch from Skipping Stone and the colour combination from Just Add Ink.

The challenges are below for you to see or you you click on the following links, Skipping Stone Sketch # 65 and Just Add Ink # 57.

I have used Cherry Cobbler (love this colour) as the base card and Sunny Garden DSP to add the wonderful Daffodil Delight colour. I have also added the Daffodil Delight colour with a stamped flower image from the Vintage Vogue set.

If you remember from by previous post I was struggling to use the Vintage Vogue set – now I have used it twice in a row :)

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue

Card: Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, River Rock, Whisper White
Ink: Daffodil Delight, Cherry Cobbler, River Rock

Accessories: Sunny Garden DSP, Retired River Rock Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

This card is so bright and happy – this is a great colour and sketch challenge.

Have a go yourself and leave me a comment and a link to your creation so I can see what you have done!

Please come back soon….. Meg x

Vintage Vogue Challenge Card

2011-02-28T21:17:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

My weekend was great but as always it goes too quick. Mum and I had sometime together, we went to the movies and had lunch and coffee together.

I also had a chance to look at some new challenges and the first one is from Color Lab and their Color Challenge #30.

I have the Vintage Vogue stamp set for this challenge and I must admit this is one of the stamp sets I struggle to come up with ideas for but as you know it is always good to challenge yourself :)

I have used Wild Wasabi as the base of the card and stamped the circle image from the Apple Blossom set on the base card with the Wild Wasabi inkpad.

I stamped the flower image from Vintage Vogue twice, one in Pink Pirouette, the other in Crumb Cake and secured them together with a Rhinestone Brad.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Vintage Vogue, Apple Blossoms

Card: Wild Wasabi, Pink Pirouette, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Wild Wasabi, Pink Pirouette, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Rhinestone Brad, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Also the Weekly Challenge # 8 from Stampin_Up_In_Oz is to use Brads, so I am going to add this card to that weekly challenge too.

The lighting is not real good for the photo but this is a simple little card and I have used Vintage Vogue stamp set so I am happy.

Thanks for stopping bye again, leave a comment if you would like.

Until next time….. Meg x

Sketch Frenzy Friday # 21811

2011-02-26T17:45:00.000+11:00

Sketch Frenzy Friday posting this sketch challenge on Friday 18 February 2010.

You can visit their site if you click here and a copy of the sketch layout is below:

I have used the Lap of Luxury DSP paper, I love the words on this paper ‘Life is Beautiful’.

The base card is Concord Crush and I have used the Sale-A-Bration stamp set Sweet Summer.

I cut out the stamped butterfly images and placed some bling in between them down the side of the square image.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Sweet Summer (Sale-A-Bration set)

Card: Concord Crush, Pretty in Pink, Basic Gray, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Lap of Luxury DSP, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Square Large Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Thanks for visiting once more.

Please come back again soon…. Meg x

Stamping 411 Saturday Challenge

2011-02-26T07:00:00.000+11:00

I have completed a card for the Stamping 411 Challenge SSC191 but unfortunately I missed out posting it to the blog. You can see the sketch if you click here.

My card uses the Sunny Garden DSP as the background and I have continued to use the bright colours from this paper when I stamped the images for the card.

The stamp set is For You Flower, this is a great single stamp and can be used in so many ways.

Supplies:

Stamp set: For You Flower

Card: Poppy Parade, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait

Accessories: 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, 1/4” (6.4 mm) Daffodil Delight Grosgrain Ribbon, Sunny Garden DSP, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Again another quick bright card to cheer someone up.

Take care, keep stamping…. Meg x

Card Patterns Sketch

2011-02-26T01:06:00.001+11:00

I have completed another card sketch, this one can be found at Card Patterns site and the challenge is Sketch 103.

The sketch is:

I have created a card using the Sunny Garden DSP which contains some great fun colours such as Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz and Peach Parfait.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Every Moment, Vintage Labels, Printed Petals

Card: Poppy Parade, Whisper White
Ink: Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Stitched Pear Pizzazz Poly Ribbon, 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Circle Large Punch, 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I punched the circles out of the DSP and then placed some Whisper White card stock behind the DSP. I then stamped through the holes.

This was a quick card to make and I added the ribbon as an added touch.

I love these challenges, so I am off to do the next one :)

Until next time…. keep creating… Meg x

Elements of Style Watercolour

2011-02-25T07:00:00.000+11:00

The other card I have created recently uses the Elements of Style stamp set.

This is such an soft, elegant set and I love the humming bird image.

I have watercoloured the flowers using the blender pen and layered the watercolour image on some Regal Rose Texture Impressions Embossed cardstock.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Elements of Style

Card: Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose, Sahara Sand, Whisper White
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Regal Rose

Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, Texture Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I really like the simplicity of the card… let me know your thoughts.

Don’t forget that the Texture Impressions Embossing Folder is only available in the current mini which ends on 31 March 2011, so email me if you want to place an order.

Until next time …… Meg x

Stamping 411 – Technique Thursday

2011-02-24T23:54:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone, hope things are well. The weekend is nearly here and it is hard to believe that February has nearly past us by.

I have completed a card for the Technique Thursday Challenge at Stamping 411.

This is a great technique where you punch out some images and then you use an embossing folder with the Big Shot to emboss the images on to the card stock or DSP. You can view the full details of this technique at Stamping 411 site.

I have used that wonderful Two step Owl Punch and the Lap of Luxury DSP. Unfortunately the image is a little dark but Concord Crush card stock has been used for the base of the card.

Pretty In Pink cardstock is the next layer with the embossed DSP. The owls have been stamped on Very Vanilla with Pretty in Pink ink and the body and eyes coloured in Concord Crush ink.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Whimsical Words, Punch Bunch

Card: Pretty in Pink, Concord Crush, Very Vanilla
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Concord Crush, Basic Grey

Accessories: Two-Step Owl Extra-Large Punch, Lap of Luxury DSP, Basic Grey Retired Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

It is hard to see from the photo but I have embossed the owls 5 times on various parts of the DSP. Then I punch the owls out and layered them with Dimensionals on 3 of the 5 embossed images.

This is a great little challenge and the end result will impress the person who receives your finished project.

Thanks for stopping by once more.

Keep creating…….. Meg x

More challenges…

2011-02-23T00:02:00.001+11:00

The card I have created below combines two challenges – the sketch is from Just Add Ink Sketch Challenge # 56 and the colour challenge from Color Lab Color Challenge # 29.

I used Old Olive as the base card and the Because I Care stamp set. I also added some of the wonderful Rich Razzleberry Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Because I Care

Card: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White
Ink: Rich Razzleberry, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1 1/4” (3.2 cm) Rich Razzleberry Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, 3/8” (1 cm) Rich Razzleberry Taffeta Ribbon, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Texture Impressions Embossing Folder, Top Note Bigz Die, SNAIL Adhesive, Sticky Strip

This is a great quick sketch and I would never have put these colours together but they have worked well.

The striped Grosgrain Ribbon just adds that extra touch and I love the fresh, clear image of the hydrangea.

Now who shall I give this card too…hmm, I will have to check out my birthday list.

Take care and keep those creative moments happening…. Meg x

Skipping Stone Sketch # 64

2011-02-21T23:07:00.001+11:00

The latest challenge I have completed is the Skipping Stone Sketch # 64, which you can see below or you can visit the site and see the other inspirational creations!

I have used Baja Breeze as my base card although it looks a bit darker in the photo.

Once more I have used the lovely Bliss Sale-A-Bration stamp set – don’t forget to get yourself this set while Sale-A-Bration is on!

Supplies:

Stamp set: Bliss, Tiny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake

Accessories: 1 3/8” x 5/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large Punch, 1 3/4” x 7/8” (4.4 x 2.2 cm) Oval Large Punch, Rhinestones Brads, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Look forward to hearing your comments and thanks for stopping by once more.

Take care and keep creating….. Meg x

Dad’s Birthday

2011-02-21T21:36:00.001+11:00

It was Dad’s Birthday on Sunday and I created two cards, one for Mum and one from my daughter and I.

I used the Artistic Etchings stamp set for the card I created for Mum with Soft Suede for the base of the card.

I am happy how the card turned out as this is not a colour I have used very often.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Artistic Etchings, Well Scripted

Card: Soft Suede, Whisper White
Ink: Soft Suede, Cherry Cobbler, Baja Breeze

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Retired Soft Suede Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

For the other card I used the sailing boat from the Seaworthy stamp set.

I stamped the image in Crumb Cake first then I added the Baja Breeze to the bottom of the sailing boat.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Seaworthy, Well Scripted

Card: Crumb Cake, Marina Mist, Whisper White
Ink: Crumb Cake, Marina Mist

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Marina Mist Taffeta Ribbon, 2” x 1 3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra-Large Punch, Mat Pack, Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

The main thing is that Dad liked them and he had a great day.

Thanks for looking …. stay well… Meg x

Because I Care Card

2011-02-19T22:34:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

Hope you weekend is going great. We have had temperatures of about 38 degrees here today in Sydney, but I believe it is going to be cooler tomorrow – fingers crossed!

Last night (Friday) was our fortnightly get together, where about 6 friends get together catch up and try to complete some stamping that is when we are not drinking cups of tea or talking!

So I did not have a chance to post the recent card I made using the Because I Care Hostess set.

You may not be able to see it very well from the photo but I have used the Concord Crush cardstock as the base and then for the flower.

I have also used the Big Shot Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder and the some paper piercing.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Because I Care

Card: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Mat Pack for Paper Piercing, Non-SU Button, Hemp Twine, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Thanks for stopping bye once more.

Take care, see you next time….… Meg x

Sketch Frenzy Friday Challenge #SFF021111

2011-02-17T22:04:00.001+11:00

Yes, I have completed another challenge.

This sketch is from Sketch Frenzy Friday and the sketch number is SFF02111.

I have used the I {Heart} Hearts Stamp set and my card is below:

Supplies:

Stamp set: I {Heart} Hearts

Card: Rose Red, Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Rose Red, Pink Pirouette

Accessories: Full Heart Extra-Large Punch, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I am on to the next challenge so until next time - thanks for stopping bye once more and keep creating! ……….. Meg x

Creative Sketches Colour Challenge

2011-02-16T21:34:00.001+11:00

Below is a copy of the current Creative Sketches colour challenge.

I have created a card with using the Not Quite Navy, Whisper White and Cherry Cobbler and I have used the Skipping Stone Sketch # 63 for the layout.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Punch Bunch

Card: Not Quite Navy, Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler
Ink: Not Quite Navy, Real Red, Crumb Cake

Accessories: 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Texture Impressions Embossing Folder, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I was not sure I could get something to work well in these colours but I am happy with the end result.

Thanks for stopping bye and looking.

Keep creating…. Meg x

Green February

2011-02-16T06:15:00.000+11:00

The monthly challenge for the Stampin Up in Oz Group is to create something green.

I have tried to be as green as I can and I have used the following colours:

Wild Wasabi, Certainly Celery and Old Olive

Supplies:

Stamp set: Bliss, Inspired by Nature, Apple Blossoms

Card: Wild Wasabi, Certainly Celery
Ink: Wild Wasabi, Certainly Celery, Old Olive, Crumb Cake

Accessories: Scallop Oval Extra-Large Punch, Retired Wild Wasabi Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I did use a little bit of Crumb Cake ink for the bird as I did not think he wanted to be green too!

It’s very green fitting in well with St. Patricks Day.

Until next time. Keep creating…. Meg x

Owl Birthday

2011-02-15T17:02:00.000+11:00

I recently purchased the Two Step Owl Punch after seeing so may great ideas for use of this punch.

This little punch is great, you can create so many wonderful layers to the owl and don’t forget to use the little hearts that get punched out too.

The very versatile Sale-A-Bration Punch Bunch stamp set was used to create this card.

I am happy with the end result and know exactly who I am going to give the card too.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Punch Bunch

Card: Chocolate Chip, Tangerine Tango, Whisper White

Ink: Chocolate Chip, Tangerine Tango

Accessories: Two-Step Owl Extra-Large Punch, Scallop Square Extra-Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Remember that the stamp sets in the Sale-A-Bration catalogue are available until 31 March 2011, so don’t miss out. If you want to place an order please email me or give me a call.

Thanks again for stopping bye and browsing…… Meg x

Diva Coffee Break Design Challenge

2011-02-15T10:30:00.000+11:00

The next challenge I found was at the Diva Coffee Break Design site.

The challenge is a colour challenge # 214 and the colours to be used are:

I have used the lovely Sale-A-Bration stamp set called Bliss and I have stamped the butterfly in Pink Pirouette first then rocked the outside in the Real Red.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Bliss, On Your Birthday

Card: Basic Grey, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Grey, Pink Pirouette, Real Red

Accessories: 1-3/4” x 7/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large Punch, Scallop Edge Boarder Punch, Retired Real Red Ribbon, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

I am really enjoying participating in the colour and sketch challenges and sharing them on my blog.

Until next time keep creating…. Meg xx

SU_Oz Colour Challenge

2011-02-14T13:30:00.000+11:00

The Week 3 Challenge in the Stampin_Up_In_Oz Group was a colour challenge:

Rich Razzleberry, Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive

Great colours – my card has been created using the Printed Petals stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Printed Petals, Well Scripted

Card: Pumpkin Pie
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: Old Olive 1/4 “ (6.4 mm) Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive, Retired Hodgepodge

Such a quick card to make – happy to hear your comments…

Until next time…… Meg xx

SU_Oz Challenge

2011-02-13T11:30:00.000+11:00

The Week 6 Challenge in the Stampin_Up_In_Oz Group was to use a stamp set that you had not used at all or recently.

I used the Cheep Talk Stamp Set which unfortunately had not been inked until I made this card – Opps!

I also used the Color Coach as I wanted to use Certainly Celery and the Color Coach suggested some complimentary colours.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Cheep Talk, Printed Petals, Picture This

Card: Pretty in Pink, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue, Pretty in Pink

Accessories: 1-3/4” (4.4 cm) Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive

Have you got one of these stamp sets? Maybe you will now take on the challenge and create a card? Let me know.

Keep safe and well…. Meg x

Inkspirations Challenges

2011-02-12T21:14:00.001+11:00

The Inkspirations Challenge # 56, was a colour challenge:

Unfortunately I missed placing the link on the Inkspirations web site but I have create a card as I really liked the colours in the challenge.

I have also used the Printed Petals stamp set which is really becoming a favourite for quick cards.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Printed Petals

Card: Basic Black, Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobber, Whisper White
Ink: Cherry Cobber, Baja Breeze, Basic Black

Accessories: Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive, Eyelet Border Punch

Thanks for stopping bye and looking, please feel free to leave a comment and let me know what you think.

Until later…. keep creating… Meg x

Bright Birthday Cards

2011-02-08T11:15:00.000+11:00

I have made some bright birthday cards with the Party This Way stamp set.

I am happy how they turned out – hope you like them too :)

Supplies:

Stamp set: Party This Way, Perfect Punches

Card: Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Daffodil Delight

Accessories: 1/4” (6.4mm) Daffodil Delight Grosgrain Ribbon, 2” x 1 3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra-Large Punch, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive, Scallop Edge Border, Stamp-a-ma-jig

What about balloons….

Supplies:

Stamp set: Party This Way, Perfect Punches

Card: Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White
Ink: Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Daffodil Delight

Accessories: Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive, Melon Mambo Retired Ribbon, Black Pen

Keep creating and keep well.

Meg x

Celebrations DSP Cards

2011-02-06T22:55:00.001+11:00

I have recently purchased the Celebrations DSP pack in the catalogue and created some quick birthday cards.

This DSP pack uses the colours Pacific Point, Pear Pizzazz, Bashful Blue and Real Red.

Below is a picture of the two cards together.

I would use these cards for either a male or a female birthday.

Below is a close up of each card:

Supplies:
Stamp set: Perfect Punches

Card: Bashful Blue, Whisper White
Ink: Real Red

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched- Poly Ribbon, 2” x 1 3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra-Large Punch, Celebrations DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive, Mat Pack.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Perfect Punches

Card: Real Red, Whisper White
Ink: Pacific Point

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched- Poly Ribbon, 2” x 1 3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra-Large Punch, Celebrations DSP, Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive.

Please feel free to leave a comment, let me know if you have used this DSP or if these cards have provided you with some inspiration.

Take care…. Meg x

Quick Cards

2011-01-31T16:00:00.000+11:00

Here are some quick cards I have made, the layout was easy and my colour inspiration come from the DSP that was used.

The first two used the Apple Blossom Hostess set and the Greenhouse Gala DSP.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Apple Blossoms

Card: Concord Crush, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched- Poly Ribbon, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

The next two cards use the Hello Again stamp set, unfortunately the DSP Haiku is retired but I am still happy with the end results.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Hello Again, Because I Care

Card: Old Olive, More Mustard, Whisper White
Ink: More Mustard, Old Olive, Tangerine Tango

Accessories: Haiku Retired DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

Until next time…. keep creating :)

Meg x

Clean & Simple Stamping Sketch

2011-01-30T23:54:00.001+11:00

Clean & Simple Stamping have posted their current challenge 125 and the layout can be seen if you click here.

In all the cards I have used the Greenhouse Gala DSP – yes I suppose you could say that it is my favourite DSP at the moment.

This DSP contains a number of colours: Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Chocolate Chip, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Baja Breeze.

Except for one card I have used the card stock colours from the DSP, except for one – Yes once more I have used Concord Crush, another favourite :)

Supplies:
Stamp set: Hello Again
Card: Concord Crush, Real Red, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched- Poly Ribbon, 1 3/8” x 5/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

Supplies:
Stamp set: Occasional Quotes (Hostess)
Card: Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip
Ink: Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive, Chocolate Chip Ribbons Retired

For the following two cards, I have used Real Red for the base card stock and added a touch of ribbon to one of the cards.

The words on the card below are from the Apple Blossoms stamp set – “ happy thoughts make happy days”. Unfortunately it cannot be seen very clearly on the photo but I thought added a nice touch to a very happy card.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Hello Again
Card: Real Red, Baja Breeze,
Ink: Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

The card below is similar to the previous but I have added some of the Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon.

Stamp set: Silhouette Sentiments
Card: Real Red, Baja Breeze, Whisper White
Ink: Chocolate Chip

Accessories: 1/2” (1.3 cm) Pear Pizzazz Stitched- Poly Ribbon, 1 3/8” x 5/8” (3.5 x 1.6 cm) Oval Large, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

These cards were so quick to create and this is a great sketch – give it a try!

Please feel free to leave a comment and let me know what you think of the cards or if the layout has inspired you.

Till next time…… Meg x

Sale-A-Bration 2011

2011-01-30T23:49:00.001+11:00

Want a free stamp set ? Sale-A-Bration is the time to get one.

From 25 January until 31 March 2011, you can receive free products by:

Spending $100 and you earn one free Sale-A-Bration set of your choice

by Hosting a workshop of at least $600, and you will earn one free Sale-A-Bration set in addition to the generous hostess benefits

by joining Stampin’ Up! during Sale-A-Bration and choose a free stamp set** from the Idea Book & Catalogue (valued up to $79.95).

** excluding hostess sets

You can view the catalogue online by clicking the picture image or if you would like a hard copy, email me and I will post you one.

Any questions let me know otherwise take advantage of this great offer and place an order today!

Meg x

Summer Mini Catalogue 2010/2011

2011-01-30T23:34:00.001+11:00

The Summer Mini Catalogue launched on 1 December 2010 and is current until 31 March 2011.

You can view the mini online by clicking the picture image or if you would like a hard copy, email me and I will post you one.

There are some great items in the catalogue, so please have a browse.

Meg x

Greenhouse Gala – Birthday Cards

2011-01-30T22:04:00.001+11:00

I have created some birthday cards using the Greenhouse Gala DSP. This DSP has really grown on me – the bright mixture of colours in the papers give such life to the cards.

I have used the new In-Color Concord Crush as the base card for two of the cards and it has
co-ordinated well with the Greenhouse Gala DSP. This is not a colour I thought I would use that much but I have had to purchase a new A4 pack recently!

To colour the butterfly I inked the stamp in Pumpkin Pie and then rolled the outside in the Concord Crush.

Below are the two cards that I made that used Concord Crush cardstock as the base.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Perfect Punches, On Your Birthday, All a Flutter
Card: Concord Crush, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
Ink: Concord Crush, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories: 5/8” (1.6 cm) Whisper White Satin Ribbon, 2” x 1 3/8” (5 x 3.5 cm) Oval Extra-Large, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive, Mat Pack, Greenhouse Gala DSP

For the last card I used Baja Breeze cardstock for the base card.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Occasional Quotes (Hostess set), All a Flutter
Card: Baja Breeze, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
Ink: Pumpkin Pie, Concord Crush

Accessories: Mat Pack, Greenhouse Gala DSP, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

Thanks for stopping by.. please come back and visit again soon.

Regards Meg x

2011 – New Year, New Challenges

2011-01-26T16:09:00.001+11:00

Hi everyone,

Things have been so crazy leading up to Christmas and here we are at the end of January.

Since my last post things have been so busy with Christmas, visitors, school holidays and my daughter managed to pick up the Chicken Pox but she will be ready for school next week, much to her disappointment.

With so much happening there has not been a lot of time for the creative mind to take over, but I have completed some birthday cards, which I will post in the next few days.

I have also managed to catch up on the majority of the Friendship Books that have been outstanding and now I am working on returning some RAK’s and sending out Birthday Cards.

I hope that everyone is well and that 2011 brings you lots of love, happiness and time to stamp :)

Please stop bye again soon.

Meg x

Every Moment Sketch Challenge

2010-11-21T23:47:00.001+11:00

On Saturday I attended the Stampin’ Up Regional Seminar in Sydney.

During the day there was training, make and takes as well as some wonderful presentations from other demonstrators and Head Office Staff.

One of the presentations was on Water Colouring and Masking.

I had forgotten how much I enjoy water colouring, so I came home last night and used the Every Moment Stamp Set and did some water colouring.

I created a card for the sketch challenge which has been displayed on a site called ‘Create with Connie and Mary’.

The sketch challenge is number CCMC 125 and you can view the sketch by clicking here.

As I am water colouring I have stamp my image with StazOn and then I have picked the colour up from the ink pads with my Aqua Painter.

The sketch layout has been created in a Portrait layout but I have created my card in a landscape layout. The card uses two of the new In Colours ink pads – Pear Pizzazz and Peach Parfait.

This sketch is very versatile and I will definitely use it again.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Every Moment, Great Friend
Card: Basic Black, Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait, Whisper White
Ink: StazOn Jet Black, Peach Parfait, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: 1/4” (6.4 mm) Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folders, Basic Rhinestones, Uni-ball White Signo Gel Pen, Aqua Painter

Let me know what you think of the end result by leaving a comment or if you have any questions on Water Colouring, you can email me by clicking here.

Thanks for looking and until next time – keep creating!

Meg

Inkspirations Colour Challenge #48

2010-11-19T00:09:00.001+11:00

I have created the card below as per the colour challenge at Inkspirations Colour Challenge #48.

The colour challenge used Crumb Cake, Real Red, Old Olive and Whisper White.

For the stamp set I used the Fox and Friends set which I have not used very much but I am happy with the results.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Fox & Friends, Hello Again
Card: Crumb Cake, Real Red, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ink: Crumb Cake, Old Olive

Accessories: 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Square Extra-Large Punch, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Square Large Punch, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive, Scallop Circle Bigz Die, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folders

Let me know what you think by leaving your comments.

Keep creating….. regards Meg

Elegant Soiree Sketch Challenge

2010-11-17T23:48:00.001+11:00

Hi, I am back – finally I have had a chance to post another card.

I found another card challenge at Stamping411 and I have used the lovely Elegant Soiree DSP to create a card in this layout.

The layout is SSC177 and you can click the link above to look at the layout and other cards that have been created.

For my card I have used the Friends Never Fade stamp set and I really like the basic rhinestones so I have added a little ‘bling’ inside the Filigree Designer Brad.

I inked up the Friends Never Fade image in Crumb Cake and then rolled the stamp in the Baja Breeze which added a different effect to the image.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Friends Never Fade
Card: Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Ink: Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze

Accessories: Basic Rhinestones, Filigree Designer Brad, Elegant Soiree DSP, 3/8” (1 cm) Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive, Paper-piercing Mat Pack

Thanks for looking and until next time… keep creating

Meg

Unscripted Sketch # 76

2010-11-03T23:45:00.001+11:00

I have just completed another sketch challenge from Unscripted Sketches.

If you are stuck for a layout on your next card have a look at some of these websites, they can give you some great layout ideas.

The sketch number I have used is number #76 and this sketch can be viewed by clicking here.

For this card I have used the lovely Elegant Soiree DSP and the colours used in this DSP packet include Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla and Basic Grey.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Fifth Avenue Floral. Elements of Style
Card: Marina Basic Grey, Very Vanilla
Ink: Crumb Cake, Baja Breeze, Basic Grey

Accessories: Basic Rhinestones, Elegant Soiree DSP, 1” (2.5 cm) Circle Medium Punch, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

The flower images are from the lovely Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set and ‘For You’ from the Elements of Style set was punched out using the 1” Circle Medium Punch.

Hope you like the card – it was quick to make and this was a great layout for using some of the wonderful Designer Series Paper you may have!

Thanks for visiting.

Till next time…… Meg

Dasher Christmas Card

2010-11-02T08:00:00.000+11:00

This lovely stamp ‘Dasher’ is a great little stamp for quick Christmas Cards.

I wanted to create a card in non-traditional colours and I have used the ‘Dasher’ stamp with a Marina Mist and Crumb Cake combination.

I have embossed the Marina Mist cardstock with the Big Shot Embossing Folder ‘Elegant Bouquet’ and I have added a little ‘bling’ too.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Dasher, Snow Swirled
Card: Marina Mist, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Ink: Marina Mist, Early Expresso
Accessories: Elegant Bouquet Embossing Folder, 3/8” (1 cm) Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

I do not mind the colours together and I get a really Christmas feel from the card.

I do not think a greeting should go on the outside but would add one to the inside.

Let me know what you think by leaving a comment.

Until next time, keep creating and thanks for stopping bye.

Meg

Curtain Call Colour Challenge # 53

2010-11-01T10:45:00.000+11:00

I am really liking the sketch and colour challenge blogs/sites I have been finding and the latest challenge I used for some inspiration was from the Curtain Call Colour Challenge # 53.

This colour challenge had a Halloween feel to it and used the colours:

Daffodil Delight, Basic Gray, Whisper White, Basic Black and Pumpkin Pie

These are definitely not colours I would normally use together but I enjoy creating the card below and I am happy with the way the card turned out.

Supplies:
Stamp set: Autumn Days, Razzle Dazzle
Card: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Basic Grey, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Grey, Daffodil Delight
Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, 1-1/4” (3.2 cm) Square Large Punch, 1-3/8” (3.5 cm) Square Extra Large Punch, 1-3/4” x 7/8” (4.4 cm x 2.2 cm) Oval Large Punch, Dimensonals, SNAIL Adhesive

Until next time – Meg