... Joyful Stamper

Tag #4, 2012 (2-1)

2012-02-01T09:00:00.025-05:00

Happy Wednesday everyone!

Here's my 4th & final tag for January...

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I'll be using these four matching tags for a project later in the year!

My lovely friend Janis is hosting a series, 52 Tags in 2012.

For our fourth tag, we are using our favorite colors.

That was easy, since I used my favorite colors when I started this series. Green, Kraft & Orange!
Green & Kraft make me think of nature & all the beauty that surrounds me, I am ever in awe of God's magnificent creation! Orange is a joyful color, makes me think of fun, laughter & all over happy thoughts! And I used polka dots 'cause they just make everything better!
What are your favorite colors?

Wishing you a polka dot kinda day!
Blessings!

Soar! (1-31)

2012-01-31T09:00:00.004-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

I have a bit of vintage to share with you today.

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Image: The Graphic Fairy digi

Stamp: Hot off the Press (crown)

Sentiment: CG

Paper: SU!

Other: buttons, piercing tool.

Our challenge to you, this week, at Digital Tuesday is to use the color combo: red, black, white. Our lovely sponsor is Digital Delights offering a gift voucher! Come play along!

We have been de-cluttering the house for the last week or so and boy, I do believe we're starting to make a dent! yay!

Wishing you a bright & happy day!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Little Scrap Pieces, Simon Says Stamp & Show, Victorine Originals, Lily Pad, Crafty Ribbons,

Love Bunny! (1-30)

2012-01-30T00:01:00.100-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

I have a little love bunny to share with you today.

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Stamps: Delicious Doodles (Valentine bunny) digital image

sentiment - Verve Stamps (Thankful Hearts set) clear stamps

Paper: SU! cs, Crate Paper dp

Ink: Memento pad, Copic markers

Other: Kaisercraft pearls, CM corner punch.

So sweet!

Now, I have two lovely events to tell you about...

A new royal challenge has been issued today @ The Queen's Royal Digi challenge, our theme this month is love/hearts! Come check out all our sponsors & play along!

Also, our team of ladies @Paper Playtime is having a blog hop! Lots of fun inspiration is being shared!
If you're hopping with us today, you should have arrived here from Heather's lovely blog. After oogling my sweet bunny card, continue to hop, hop, hop over to Janis' lovely blog, Pause Dream Enjoy!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Corrosive Challenges, Paper Sundaes, Allsorts, One Stop Craft, Crafts 4 Eternity Recipe Challenge, Lily Pad challenge, Virginia's View, Simply Create Too, Wags 'n Whiskers

Paper Playtime blog hop stops.
Paper Playtime Mary - Cardz TV
Sharon - Mee Mee's Creations
Lynn - Boots and Bling Time
Amy - Papertrails Leaver
Heather - Princess' Paper Projects
Maria - Joyful Stamper
Janis - Pause Dream Enjoy

Inspire Me Fridays 43 - Anything Goes

2012-01-26T22:00:00.004-05:00

Happy Friday!

Wow, I am so impressed by all the inspiration I see here every week, thank you all so much for making these parties fabulously wonderful!

Here are our Featured Crafters...be sure to grab your

button & display it proudly!

rainbow goodies by Debbie @ Life Is Sweets!
these are brilliant Debbie!!

masculine card by Beate @ Stempelomi's Tinkering Cellar!
LOVE this clean & simple design!!!

Organizational lists by Stephanie @ Sugar & Spice...and Everything Nice!
I LOVE list, check out the different ones Stephanie has to download!

Heart Shaker Box Purse & card by Beth @ Nana's Memories & More!
such a beautiful set Beth!!

pencil holder by Hanni @ Hannicraft!
what a clever idea Hanni!

Now onto party #43

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Thank Ewe! (1-26)

2012-01-26T09:30:00.005-05:00

Happy Thursday!

One more sheep card to show ya!

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Stamps: Paper Smooches (party posse) clear stamp

Joy's Life (Lots of Puns) clear stamp

Paper: K&Co dp

Other: Versamark, SU! pink embossing powder,

floss, Kaisercraft pearl, CM corner punch.

I just {heart} this sheep! After making this card, I decided to make a set of 'Thank Ewe' cards as a gift using a bunch of bright colors! but I think I was overly giddy about the project....

"Honey, move away from the sheep stamp," was my husband's plea!
Sometimes, I think he just doesn't understand! lol

Wishing you an ultra fabulous day!
Blessings!

Silhouette Winner is -

2012-01-25T15:00:00.001-05:00

Silhouette winner announced....

Monika Schulthess

Congratulations Monika, enjoy your new crafty ~~toy~~ tool!!!

Sponsored by Expressions Vinyl!

Digital Tuesday - New Beginnings

2012-01-24T12:00:00.011-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

We're moving right along this week.

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Stamps: Bugaboo Digital stamps,

Paper Smooches clear stamps (the poofs of smoke)

My Favorite Things clear stamps (sentiment)

Paper: SU! cs, BasicGrey dp

Ink: Memento pad

Other: twine button,

piercing tool (faux stitching)

Creative Memories cutting system (wavy cut)

I think the clouds are a Papertrey Ink die,

I rec'd them from Pat @ Stamp, Paper & Ink!

The little puffs of exhaust from the truck are actually the top poof of a birthday hat from the Paper Smooches Party Posse stamp set. too fun!

This is my second variation of this sketch...CAS all the way!

Digital Tuesday has issued a new challenge today, our theme is simply New Beginnings...interpret it however you like, just be sure to add a digital element to your project! And we're so happy to have Bugaboo sponsoring this week!

Have a happy day!
blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Make it Monday with Kraft Outlet, Craft a Scene, PanPastel UK Challenge, Sentimental Sundays, The Hybrid Chick Card Caravan, Sketchy Colors, Overflowing with Creativity!

Happy Baa-thday! (1-23)

2012-01-23T11:00:00.006-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

Feelin' a little sheep-ish today.

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Stamps: Paper Smooches, Hero Arts (background text)

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Copic markers

Other: dimensionals, woven cotton floss, flower button.
Technique: Masking. I masked off the upper portion of my white cardstock
when I stamped the Hero Arts text background.

isn't this a fun b'day card? I'm hoping it brings a smile!

I'll be using this classic sketch in a variety of ways this week...stay tuned!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Make it Monday, Dream Valley Challenges, Marks Finest Papers, Charisma Cardz, Little Scrap Pieces, Queen of my Craftroom.

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2012-01-22T20:30:00.001-05:00

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Tag #3, 2012 (1-21)

2012-01-21T12:30:00.003-05:00

Happy Weekend!

It finally SNOWED! yay! ...only about 5 inches...but still....its actual snow and its beautiful!!!

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs

Ink: Copic/Prismacolor markers

Other: Nesties, twine, button, burlap, felt.

My lovely friend Janis is hosting a fun series, 52 Tags in 2012!

For our third tag, we're creating a warm & cozy feeling! I used one of Lindsey's beautiful sassy images, warm colors and wintry textiles of burlap & felt!

Warm & Cozy is my very favorite season! The woodstoves are burning....we run around the house barefoot and there is always something delicious cooking in a pot on the woodstove or at the very least, we have a kettle of water with cinnamon sticks boiling to keep moisture in the air...smells so good! I {{heart}} this time of year!!

I hope you truly enjoy your day. We have so much to be grateful for, don't we?!
Blessings!

Inspire Me Fridays 42 - Anything Goes

2012-01-19T21:11:00.001-05:00

Happy Friday!

Thank you all for linking up & sharing your creativity with us!!
So much inspiration!

Here are our Featured Crafters...be sure to grab your button & display it proudly!!!

wall art @ Artsy Vava!
beautiful work!

Cinnamon Nuggets @ Raising Oranges!
looks so yummy!

envelope bag by Lori @ Choux Choux!
so adorable Lori!

chalkboard message center by Anne Marie @ One Mouse Click!
I love this idea Anne Marie!!!

die cut card by Katie @ Katie's Nesting Spot!
I {heart} this Katie! :)

Now onto party #42

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Aud Sentiments - use LOVE! (1-19)

2012-01-19T00:01:00.022-05:00

Happy Thursday!

Here's a fun card for a movie "date" night!

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Stamps: Create with TLC digital sentiment image! FREEbie alert!

Doodle Pantry's digital image (movie ants)

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Copic & Prismacolor markers

Other: MS scallop punch, CM corner punch

This week @ Aud Sentiments we're asking you to create a project and include the word 'LOVE' somewhere on it! Paulette @ TLC Creations is generously sharing a FREE sentiment for the challenge, if you choose to use it! I hope you'll come play along!

Reminder...we're looking for "LOVE" projects @
Digital Tuesday too!

Enjoy your day...it's freezing here in PA, maybe winter has finally arrived?!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Charisma Cardz (10), Crafty Purple Frog, Crafty Ribbons, Craft Us Crazy, Ruby's Rainbow, Whimsical Wednesdays, Crafters Companion, Doodle Pantry, Shelly's Images , Clearly Inspired challenge.

A Tie for Father! (1-18)

2012-01-18T00:01:00.022-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

I have a Father's Day card to show you today!

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Stamps: The Graphics Fairy digital image

sentiments - Joy's Life Stamps

Paper: SU! kraft cs & design paper

Ink: Memento pad

Other: CM corner punch, twine, button

Isn't this a fun image?...the perfect card to accompany the quintessential Father's day gift...a tie! :)

Wishing you a day filled with lots of love!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Annabelle Stamps Challenge, Dutch Dare Card Challenge

I created this while designing for Joy's Life design team.

Valentine in Pink (1-17)

2012-01-17T00:01:00.004-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

I have a pretty Valentine to show you today.

"Together is the nicest place to be."

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Stamps: Create with TLC digital image edited w/GIMP.

sentiment - SU! (Tender Toile) ret.

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Memento pad

Other: Kaisercraft pearls

Our Digital Tuesday Challenge this week is all about L-O-V-E; create a Valentine, Anniversary or Wedding project w/a digital element to play along!

Have a lovely day!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
Crafty Sentiments, Daisy Doodles Creative Challenge, Lexi's Creations, MyGrafico, Paper Creations Ink , Stamps & Fun = Creativity, There's Magic in the Air, Designed 2 Delight, Drunken Stampers, Create Me Pink Challenges

Let's SHELL-ebrate! (1-16)

2012-01-16T00:01:00.040-05:00

Good Monday morning!

Adorable image alert!

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Stamps: Paper Smooches

Paper: SU! kraft cs & design paper

Ink: Memento pad

Other: twill ribbon, twine, white gel pen

Cricut: Plantin SchoolBook pg 78 <tag1>

Isn't this turtle adorable???

Paper Playtime has issued a fun challenge to use tags on your projects along with a sentiment! too fun, I hope you'll come play with us!

Definitely a Clean & Simple card I know, but they make my heart smile...big time!

Enjoy your day!

Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Crafty Bloggers Network, Make it Monday, There She Goes, Creative Inspirations Paint, Let`s Ink It Up, Stampin' Sisters in Christ... (my stamp set), The Squirrel & the Fox, Whimsy Inspiration, Stamp and Create, PanPastel UK Challenge, Robyn`s Fetish, Crafty Catz... (my stamp set), Little Scrap Pieces,
Paper Smooches SPARKS!
this project was also created for the Die Cutting Challenge in the Moxie Fab world!

Tag #2, 2012 (1-14)

2012-01-14T12:00:00.028-05:00

Happy Weekend!

Hope you're enjoying your day! I'm looking forward to some good football this weekend with the NFL play-off games!!!

Stamps: Bee Crafty (book pile) digital stamps,

Papers: SU! kraft, Crate Paper dp

Ink: Inkadinkado

Other: Nesties, button twine.

My lovely friend Janis is hosting a fun series, 52 tags in 2012.

On our second tag, we're writing down the last book we read

and a little about it. (here's my tag #1)

No More Dirty Looks:
The Truth about Your Beauty Products
--and the Ultimate Guide to Safe and Clean Cosmetics

by Siobhan O'Connor & Alexandra Spunt

A real eye-opener!

Inspire Me Fridays 41 - Anything Goes!

2012-01-12T22:50:00.009-05:00

Happy Friday!

Ready to share what you've been working on? Let's inspire one another!

If you missed last week's party click HERE!
Take a look at our featured crafts...

sofa to bench re-make by Samantha @ The Douangphilas!
Amazing!!!

sympathy card by Jessica @ Kissin' Krafts!
love the simplicity of this design!

jewelry box by Pat @ The Artful Diva!
gorgeous Pat!!

valentine gift bag by Becky @ Bouncy flouncy fun fun fun!
how fun is this?!

birthday card by Mandy @ A Sprinkling of Glitter!
so sweet!

ruffled scarf @ Blooms and Bugs!
see the tutorial here!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #41

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Quite the Little Deer! (1-11)

2012-01-11T00:01:00.011-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

Sharing a bit of cuteness today...

Stamps: Some Odd Girl (deery) digital stamp

Sentiment: Joy's Life Stamps (wild life puns) clear stamp

Paper: SU! cs, SU! dp

Ink: Memento pad, Copic markers

Other: piercing tool, googly eyes.

Is this not the sweetest little deer?

We live in a Whitetail deer 'community', so we see them quite often, beautiful animals except when they're standing in the middle of the road! ugh!

Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit!

Blessings!

Enter to win a Silhouette Cameo...

winner drawn Jan 25th!

I created this while designing for Joy's Life Stamps.

Digital Tuesday - Punch It Out! (1-10)

2012-01-10T00:01:00.044-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

We're punch happy @ Digital Tuesday this week! I was happily making my sweet Valentine card and almost forgot to add a punched element! lol

Paper: SU! cs, EchoPark dp

Other: vintage seam-binding, MS border punch,

button, string, PK Glitz glitter, Stickles,

paper doily, CM corner punch,

vintage postcard from The Graphics Fairy.

I hope you'll play along!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
A Gem of a Challenge, 2 Sisters, Simply Create Too

Click to enter...

winner drawn Jan 25th!

Runway Inspired! (1-9)

2012-01-09T00:01:00.049-05:00

Happy Monday!

Are you inspired by fabrics, patterns; fashion? Do you enjoy watching the runway trends? ....so much creativity, I love it!

Meet today's card-

Stamps: Stampendous sentiment

Papers: SU! cs & Crate Paper dp

Other: pinking shears

Runway Inspired challenge....

Gareth Pugh Spring 2012!

How fun is that?!

Thanks for stopping by!

Blessings!

I also shared today's creation with -

Fashionable Stamping Challenges, Gingerloft, The Squirrel & the Fox...(my chevron dp)

Enter to win a Silhouette Cameo...

winner drawn Jan 25th!

Maria vs. The Sketch! (1-8)

2012-01-08T12:00:00.031-05:00

Greetings!

A little sweetness to share today.

Stamps: MFT stamp & die set

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Memento pad

Other: CB emb. folder

Some of you know of my aversion to sketches...I just can't wrap my brain around them. But, it's a new year, time to step out of the comfort zone, right?!

I needed a card for a freshly made baby, so I used this darling Freshly Made sketch!

Freshly Made Sketches!

Thanks so stopping by!

Have a Blessed day!

I also shared my creation with -

Wags 'n Whiskers, Ruby's Rainbow, Crafty Emma challenges!

Enter to win a Silhouette Cameo...

winner drawn Jan 25th!

Tag #1, 2012 (1-7)

2012-01-07T12:00:00.002-05:00

Happy Weekend!

Hope you're enjoying your day...we have gorgeous mild weather here in PA!

My lovely friend Janis is hosting a fun series, 52 tags in 2012. On our first tag we're listing our hopes, dreams, goals, resolutions for the year. Simplify is my little word for 2012, so I jotted down some areas I'm hoping to stream-line a bit!

Tag one & three more ready for the remainder of Jan!

Paper: SU! kraft, Pink Paislee, MME & Crate Paper dp

Other: vintage seam-binding, string, button, Nesties

Cricut: Home Accents (dream cloud) 1.5"

Wishing you a fun day! I have teenage girls in the house this weekend. I heard them giggling & talking ALL night, they finally passed out around 7:30 this morning! lol I'm also sharing this with Cooking with Cricut's something new theme! (my Crate Paper dp)

Blessings!

Inspire Me Fridays 40 - Anything Goes!

2012-01-05T22:00:00.071-05:00

Happy Friday!

New Year's Resolution #4 - Share!

It's party time! Time to share your creativity...anything goes!
If you missed last week's party, pop over HERE!

Now here are our featured crafts...

glitter trimmed votive by Andrea @ The Cottage Market!
such a wonderful way to add a special touch,
love it Andrea!

Crock-pot Recipes by Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom!
I LOVE my crockpot too, Kelly!!!

embossed card by Rae @ A One of A Kind Design!
Beautiful!!!

home decor by Mary @ Sweet Little Bluebird!
such a lovely idea Mary!

greeting card by Calypso @ Calypso's Cards!
love these bright happy colors!

greeting card by Swantje @ Stempeltiger!
lovin' all the layers & elements here Swantje!!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #40

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Aud Sentiments - use scraps (1-5)

2012-01-05T00:01:00.043-05:00

Happy Thursday!

New's Year resolution #3 - Reduce!

We're being thrifty this time @ Aud Sentiments, using scraps on our creations for this challenge!

Inside: ...to me! Happy Anniversary!

Stamps: Floppy Latte (The Big One) digital stamp

sentiment - Joy's Life Stamps (wild life puns) clear stamps

Paper: SU! kraft cs, BasicGrey dp

Ink: Memento pad, Prismacolor markers

Other: twine, dimensionals

I have a ton of scraps from this collection of Basic Grey papers...love the colors. The design came about when I attempted to even-up a crooked strip of paper...too fun!

Thanks for dropping by today!
Blessings!

Who wants to win a Silhouette?

winner drawn Jan 25th...yay!

I shared today's creation with -
Dude Time Doodles, I Brake For Challenges, Inky Impressions, Scrapbook Sisters, Stamp-N-Doodle, Top Tip Tuesday, Paper Pretties, Make it Monday with Kraft Outlet, Pile It On

Vintage Metal (1-4)

2012-01-04T00:01:00.059-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

New Year's Resolution #2 - Reuse!

Are you into metal? I removed some bronze metal hearts from an old crafty sign and re-used one of them on today's project!

Stamps: Joy's Life (wintery puns)

Paper: Prima dp

Ink: Memento for stamping, SU! ink for distressing

Other: metal heart, Krylon glitter paint,

vintage seam-binding (hand dyed & shimmer sprayed)

I cut my design paper into strips & distressed each one

before attaching it to my card base.

My ribbon was hand-dyed with Stampin' Up! ink & sprayed with my home-made bronze shimmer spray.

Have any of you used Krylon's Glitter Blast yet? oH mY wOrD, I adore it!!! I glitter blasted my heart a bit for fun!!

Thanks for stopping by!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -
The Hybrid Chick Card Caravan, Stampavie and More, Whimsical Wednesdays, Truly Scrumptious, Crafty Sentiments, Going Grey With Scrap-Creations, Crafters Companion, Cupcake Craftroom, Just Tracys Crafts Challenge, Craft Your Passion, House of Gilli, Incy Wincy Designs, The Pink Elephant, Penny Black and More , Sentimental Sundays, Hiding in my Craft Room, Inspire Me Fridays.
ETA: my paper & paint are new, everything else is old!

I created this project while designing for Joy's Life Stamps!

Recycle Toilet Paper Rolls for a gift! (1-2)

2012-01-02T00:01:00.089-05:00

Good Monday Morning! Happy New Year!

New Year's Resolution #1 - Recycle!

We're starting off the year a little more green @ Paper Playtime,
our theme is to use your Cricut and a recycled item!!

A little gift for a new neighbor...something to add to the welcome basket!

The tags provide info for local shops & restaurants along with a few neighbor names & phone numbers (with permission, of course)...making it easier for the new family to become more familiar with their new neighborhood!

The back of the tags are free from patterned paper &

provide more room for a list of numbers!

Materials used: toilet paper rolls, My Mind's Eye papers, spray adhesive, kraft cardstock, Nesties for labels, Stampin' Up alphabet stamps for labels, eyelets, twine, vintage seam-binding, vintage linen seed bag, button, Dymo label-maker, Cricut for tags (Plantin Schoolbook) & welcome sign (Home Accents) carts.

This was so much fun to make!! If you've not tried making one yet, I encourage you to give it a go!!

Thanks so much for dropping by today!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Simon Says Stamp and Show... - Something New
Fashionable Stamping - use new stash (Dymo label-maker)
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes PLUS Distressing

House of Gilli - Anything Goes

Incy Wincy Designs - Anything Goes

Make it Monday - Anything Goes

Make it Monday with Kraft Outlet - Anything Goes

Ooh La La Creations - Anything BUT a Card

Paper Creations Ink - Die Cuts and/or Punches

The Pink Elephant - Anything Goes

Truly Madly Crafty Challenges -Anything Goes

Addicted to Stamps -Something New

Opus Gluei -"Out with the Old and In with the New"

Pile It On - Anything Goes

Allsorts -New Beginnings

Sweet Stampin -New Beginnings

Stamp Dreams/Traume - anything goes

Sunday Stamper - anything

The Artistic Stamper - vintage

This project was featured @ The Kraft Journal!

Welcome 2012!

2012-01-01T00:01:00.002-05:00

From my family to yours...

Inspire Me Fridays 39 - Anything Goes!

2011-12-29T21:15:00.002-05:00

Happy Friday!

Happy New Year! Be safe & Enjoy!!

Can't wait to see what you've been up to...come share your creations! If you missed last week's party, check it out HERE!

Now here are this week's featured crafts...

easy wooden frame by Sarah @ Adventures and Asides!
such a creative way to display photos Sarah!!

gift set of cards by Anne @ Card Challenges!
what a beautiful gift Anne!

Recipes by Emily @ Naptime Creations!
yummO! wonderful recipes Emily!!

winter trees by Hazel @ My Crafty Outlook!
beautiful Hazel!!

shaped card by Tracey @ My Creative Place!
lovely Tracey!!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #39

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Aud Sentiments - Open theme & DT CALL! (12-28)

2011-12-28T22:00:00.004-05:00

Good Wednesday Evening!

Aud Sentiments is having a DT call. If you're contemplating joining a team, let me just say, Aud is a treasure to work with, so kind, thoughtful & very organized...I love that!!!

There's an OPEN theme this week @ Aud Sentiments! I hope you'll play along!

I used a very classic design here but added a bit of interest with the score lines around the image panel!

HOPpy BirthDAY!

Stamps: Sassy Cheryl (nature boy lover) digital stamp

Sentiment - Joy's Life Stamps (lots of pun) clear stamps

Papers: BasicGrey dp

Ink: Copic/Prisma markers

Other: cotton string, button

piercing tool, scoring.

Thanks so much for stopping by, wishing you a safe & Happy New Year!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Rainbow Lady's, Scrapbook Sisters, Simon Says Stamp, Crafty Boots, Daisy Doodles Creative Challenge, The Cutie Pie Challenge, BasicGrey, Secret Crafter, Clearly Inspired, Delicious Doodles, Inspire Me Fridays, Fairy Tale.

Thank You SNOW Much! (12-28)

2011-12-28T00:01:00.012-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

So much to be thankful for during this holiday season, I wanted to be sure to let others know how grateful I am for their thoughtfulness and hospitality!

This card gives thanks & a small detachable 'gift' that can be tucked away for next year's tree decorating, if so desired!

Stamps: Joy's Life (Wintery Puns) clear stamps

Paper: K&Co dp, watercolor heavy cardstock

Ink: SU! ink pad

Other: Offray ribbon, gold cord, paper doily,

The Graphics Fairy image, CM cutting system (circle),

Stampin Up dazzling diamonds, The Craft Lounge chunky crystal

Cricut: Accent Essentials snowflake page 44, shift <Accnt13s>

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Wishing you a very safe & Happy New Year!
Blessings!

I created this project while
designing for Joy's Life!

I shared today's creation with -

Crafty Creations, Friendship's Garden, I Brake For Challenges, My Mum's Craft shop, Paper Shelter Challenge, Penny's Paper-Crafty, Scrapbook Sisters, Simon Says Stamp, Digital Tuesday, Incy Wincy Designs, Make it Monday, Paper Pretties, Stamps & Fun = Creativity, The Cutie Pie Challenge, There She Goes, Creative Inspirations Paint, Gingerloft, 2 Sisters, Marks Finest Papers, Inspire Me Fridays, Crafty Creations, Fantabulous Cricut, Cooking w/Cricut .

The Royal Digi Challenge - Anything Goes! (12-26)

2011-12-26T12:00:00.039-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

This month the Queen's Royal Digital Challenge has a theme of Anything Goes! Hope you'll play along!

Here's a fun way to share your recipes with a friend OR give it as a gift for a friend to share her recipes (that's what I plan to do)!

(left space for a name at the top)

Stamps: Prairie Fairy (chef Gillian)

Paper: SU! kraft cs, Sei dp
Recipe cards by Elle

Cricut: alphabet letters from Billionaire & Plantin Schoolbook carts.

The design is simply two cards attached to each other. One inside the other, I cut off half of the back flap to form a pocket. let me know if you need more info!

This was so much fun to make, there are tags included in the back pocket to attach to some homemade goodies!!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Craftastic, Making the World Cuter, Just Something I Whipped Up, Making Monday Marvelous Day, Motivate Me Monday, Skip to my Lou, Market Yourself Monday, Craftomaniac, Life Made Lovely, Sew Crafty Tuesday, The Creative Spark, The Inspiration Board, A Little Birdie Told Me Tues, Too Cute Tuesday, Sugar Bee Crafts, Tip Junkie, Get Your Craft On, Whatever You Want Wed., Show and Tell, Whatever Goes Wed, Hoo's Got Talent, Wow Me Wed, Crafty Soiree, Strut Your Stuff, Transformation Thur, Friday Flair, Show Off your Stuff, Hook Up with House of Hepworths, Beyond the Picket Fence under $100, Making It w/Allie, The Answer is Chocolate, Tickled Pink, Frugal Fridays, Show and Tell Fri, Frugalicious Friday, Flaunt It Friday, Tidy Mom, *Inspire Me Fridays, Feature Yourself Fri, Pity Party, Tatertots and Jello, Show and Tell Saturday, Saturday Night Special, Think Pink Sundays.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, 2011

2011-12-25T00:01:00.007-05:00

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From our family to yours...

Inspire Me Fridays 38 - Linky Party!

2011-12-22T22:00:00.068-05:00

Happy Friday! Merry Christmas!

Party time!

Last week's party was very inspirational, if you missed all the wonderful link-ups, click HERE!

Here are the featured crafts...

Christmas project by Lori @ Choux Choux!
oh so sweet Lori!

Eggnog waffle french toast by Rachel @ The Traveling Spoon!
looks delicious Rachel!!

Magnolia Advent Calendar by Mandy @ A Sprinkling of Glitter!
Beautifully done Mandy!

Christmas candy @ Sew Fantastic!
yummO, a quick & easy recipe!

winter card by Deni @ Impuls!
cozy mittens!
lovin' the simplicity of this design Deni!!

Book page decor by Ann @ Make the Best of Things!
this is going on my 'to do' list, love it!!!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #38

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Packages of Gold & Bronze! (12-21)

2011-12-21T04:00:00.052-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

Only four more sleeps 'til Christmas!

Here are some packages I decorated in Gold & Bronze!

I used Joy's Life stamp set, Wintery Puns,

Bronze cardstock, Nesties, gold Encore ink pad,

Ranger's enchanted gold embossing powder,

Offray's shimmery bronze ribbon w/gold trim,

to create these beautiful tags for my festive packages!.

Enjoy your day!

Blessings!

I created this while designingfor Joy's Life!

Tile Coasters & Trivet! (12-20)

2011-12-20T09:00:00.007-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

Here's a fun inexpensive gift giving idea, tile coasters. So easy to personalize using your stamps & Stazon ink!

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Stamps: SU! (noble deer), Sentiment:Joy's Life clear stamps (Wild Life Puns)

I had my hubby make a holder for the tiles to be used as a trivet also!

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There are many tutorials for stamping on tiles, here's one from SCS by GinaK.! You can also ask at your local home improvement store for tips.

I encourage you to give it a try, it's not hard, but you will need a bit of patience...each step needs to dry well before proceeding!

Merry Christmas!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

I posted to these sites -

Inspire Me Fridays – Link Up Party
Make it Monday - Link Up Party
and these fine parties!

You're Soda-lightful! (12-19)

2011-12-19T04:00:00.062-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

Only one more week 'til Christmas! My cards are done, my shopping is done, only a few more presents to wrap, time to relax and enjoy it all!

So today, I have a fun 'non-Christmas' card to share!

"You're Soda-lightful"

Stamps: Joy's Life Stamps (Yummy Puns) clear stamps

Paper: Echo Park (happy days)

Ink: Memento ink pad, SU! gray craft ink

Other: Offray ribbon, CM corner punch.

Lovin' these funny punny stamps by Joy's Life! How perfect is this soda cap paper with this sentiment?! too fun!

Off to do some fun baking with the family!
Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

I created this while designing for
Joy's Life!

I shared today's creation with -

Paper Playtime - use any sentiment.

Corrosive Challenges - Anything BUT Christmas

Sparkles Forum -Anything BUT a Christmas Card

The Crafty Pad -Anything But Christmas

Really Reasonable Ribbon - anything goes

Sunday's Random Thoughts (12-18)

2011-12-18T19:00:00.005-05:00

not many random thoughts today!

instead...I have visions of sugar plums dancing in my head, along with every kind of holiday cookie imaginable. We will be baking this week, yum!!

I'm still waiting for the Candy winners to contact me with their addresses. I posted about them HERE!

We will be making Christmas visits this week, so I really don't need to have a menu planned for the entire week, but I rec'd some encouraging emails about building a list of menu ideas for the month so here we are...

sausage quiche
Spaghetti w/meatballs
Salmon patties
Stromboli
Grilled Chicken breasts (marinated with Gazebo Room dressing).

I promise to share recipes soon!!

Here are some challenge reminders...

Digital Tuesday - winter wonderland w/a digital element.
Aud Sentiments - any holiday w/sentiment
Royal Digi - Christmas/winter.
Paper Playtime's new challenge starts tomorrow, Dec 19th.

As the end of the year draws to a close, I always feel a need to re-evaluate my daily schedule & habits, I wonder what changes I'll make in the new year. I believe Simplicity & Joy will be over-riding themes!

Do you have any resolutions for 2012 yet?

Thanks for stopping by,

be Blessed!

Inspire Me Fridays 37 - Linky Party!

2011-12-16T00:15:00.003-05:00

Happy Friday!

Wow, this week flew by, didn't it? It's Party Time already! Can't wait to see what you've been creating!

If you missed last week's party, check out all the inspiration HERE!

This week's featured crafts...

watercolors by Bonita Rose @ A Life Unrehearsed!
so beautiful Bonita!

toilet paper roll album by Cheryl @ Sweet Designs by Cheryl!
so creative & adorable Cheryl!

Christmas 2x4's by Kaysi @ Keeping It Simple!
such a fun idea Kaysi!!

card & gift box by Bethie @ Bethie J's Blog!
love the classic design of this card & pretty
matching gift box!!

Holiday LO by Crystal @ Scrap Candy Designs!
fun & beautiful Crystal!

Snickers cookie bars by Brittany @ Fun with the Fullwoods!
these look heavenly Brittany!!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #37

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

We wish you a Merry Christmas! (12-15)

2011-12-15T09:00:00.005-05:00

Happy Thursday!

Hope you're enjoying this most wonderful time of the year!

Stamps: Prairie Fairy (caroling Gillian) digi

Sentiment: Joy's Life Stamps (Everyday Occasions, Holiday Occasions)

Paper: Dovecraft dp

Ink: Copic markers, Memento ink pad.

The ongoing challenge theme @ Aud Sentiments is to use Any Winter Holiday Sentiment...I hope you'll join us!!

Praying Peace, Joy and much Love over you!

Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

4 Crafty Chicks - Christmas Card
AiFactory - Christmas
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Paper Play - Christmas
Southern Girls - Lets Celebrate
Crafting for all Seasons -Christmas
Crafts and Me - Christmas
Creative Belli -winter/Christmas
Digistamps 4 Joy - Christmas
Divas by Design - Christmas
Freshly Brewed - Christmas
Little Darlings Challenges - Christmas
Little Red Wagon - Christmas
My Mum's Craft shop -cute and funky Christmas
Penny's Paper-Crafty -Merry Christmas
Sisterhood of Crafters - Christmas
Digital Tuesday - Winter Wonderland
Paper and Such Design - Last Minute Christmas Card CAS

Simple Joys (12-13)

2011-12-13T00:01:00.002-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

Taking a breath today!

Remembering the simple joys that come everyday.

Stamps: Prairie Fairy (snow friends) digital image

Sentiment: Joy's Life (Everyday Occasions) clear stamp

Papers: SU! cs

Ink: Copic markers

Other: white embossing powder, CB emb. folder,

baker's twine, Cropadile punch.

Join us @ the Digital Tuesday challenge with the theme of winter wonderland...our last challenge of 2011!

Praying you all see the simple joys in your 'everydays'!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Heart Song Inspirations - Snowflakes
Karens Doodles -Clean and Simple
Addicted to Stamps Snowflakes
Come and Get It Challenges -Red, Green
Corrosive Challenges -  Anything BUT Christmas
Gingerloft -  Winter
One Stitch At A Time -  Use a Digi
Cupcake Inspirations - Photo Inspiration
Craft Your Days Away  -  Snowmen
Creations by Gill M - Red & Green
My Sheri Crafts  -  Let it Snow
One Stop Craft - Traditional Christmas Colours
Paperworks - Recipe
Simply Create Too -  Embossing
Crafts 4 Eternity Recipe Challenge -Colour

Warm Decembrrrr Wishes! & Home-made Cocoa Mix

2011-12-12T00:01:00.007-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

I am so enjoying this winter weather we've been having! Of course, I'm enjoying it from inside my toasty, cozy, wood-burning stove warmed home!

So I thought I would share the warmth...how about a recipe for home-made cocoa mix!

Sentiment Stamps: Joy's Life Stamps (Wintery Puns) clear stamps

Paper: K&Co dp

Ink: Memento ink pad, marker

Other: twine, googly-eyes, fuzzy buttons, Stickles,

Mason jar, CM cutting system.

Cricut: Stretch Your Imagination - pg 57, snowman/layers.

...nicely packaged, of course. I used paper to top my jar in place of fabric & pleated it a bit. easy peasy!

Home-made Cocoa Mix

2 cups nonfat dry milk (powder)

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup Hershey's cocoa powder

1/2 cup non-dairy creamer powder

dash of salk

Mix well.

Single serving: 1/4 cup mix, 3/4 cup hot water.

After making the first batch, you will probably need to adjust the ratio of sugar & cocoa to your taste. Personally, I add a little more sugar & a bit less cocoa than called for because I have a sweet tooth and like my hot chocolate sweet! But this is definitely a good base to start!!!

Enjoy! Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

*Paper Playtime - Cricut project with buttons!

Challenge Up Your Life - Box or Packaging
Craft Your Days Away - Snowmen
Crafty Calendar - December Cold and Frosty
Just Some Lines - Hand made gifts
Bloggers - Frosty and Friends
Fairy Tale - Gift / Gift Packaging
Totally Papercrafts – Anything but Christmas
Crafty Purple Frog - "It`s Cold Outside"
Paper Play - Snowman
Hanna & Friends - Winter Card
Cutie Sunday - Christmas presents

I created today's project while on the Joy's Life DT!

Sunday's Random Thoughts (12-11)

2011-12-11T16:00:00.001-05:00

...some random thoughts...

Can you believe there are only two weeks until Christmas? oy!

I still have so many ideas floating around my brain that I wanted to do or try for this holiday season. Most of which I've gathered from Inspire Me Fridays parties! You all are so inspirational!!! too many fun ideas, so little time!

Have you entered these current challenges?
Paper Playtime - create a Cricut project & add buttons.
Digital Tuesday - theme "light" & add a digital element.
Creative Belli - theme Christmas.
Aud Sentiments - theme: winter holiday sentiments.
Royal Digi - theme: Christmas or winter, with a digi.

Do you 'pin'? I've been collecting/pinning Christmas party dress ideas, check out my boards!

A big congratulations to Joy @ Joy's Life.com for reaching 2 million hits on her blog! too cool! No surprise, she's talented & so creative and I feel blessed to be part of her DT! wtg Joy!!!

meal thoughts for this coming week, meals that can cook on the woodstove!

Turkey feast
Stuffed Cabbage
Chef Salad w/leftover turkey
Clam Chowder & homemade bread
Chili con carne w/cornbread

found a variety of 2012 calendar printables...

source

I have some candy winners to announce! Thank you all for playing along!
Joy's Life DT had a Holiday blog hop & I offered up some Aqua Markers HERE!
The winner of the markers is...CLM-cindylu2u
AND
I offered an Elisabeth Bell stamp & some goodies HERE during the Here We Come a Caroling blog hop!
The winner is....Luanne.
Congratulations ladies, email me your addresses and I ship your goodies!

I'll have another candy offer after Christmas! stay tuned!

Enjoy the remainder of your weekend! I'll be back tomorrow with a quickie gift idea & money saving recipe!
Blessings!

Inspire Me Fridays 36 - Linky Party!

2011-12-08T22:00:00.073-05:00

Happy Friday!

Are you ready to party? I'm so enjoying all the wonderful inspiration linked up every week, I hope you are too!

If you missed last week's party, check it out HERE!

Now here are the featured Bloggers & their projects...

Burlap Christmas trees by Artsy Vava!
Fabulous!!!

Christmas potpourri by Faye @ The Blessed Hearth!
Ooo, I can smell this already! :)

vintage Christmas card by Shirley @ Cottonberry Creations!
Beautiful!!

How to print on burlap tutorial by Jamie @ Sew Rockin'!
how cool is this, thank you for sharing Jamie!

altered art by Gina @ Daydream Believer!
Fantastic & beautifully done!

Christmas card by Monika @ M.A.D. Stamper!
love the elegance of this two tone card!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #36...

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

A Holly branch Star wreath! (12-7)

2011-12-07T04:00:00.005-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

I'm lovin' the newest stamp set from Joy's Life, Wintery Puns. One of the stamps in the set, Happy Holly days, just makes me smile.

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Stamps: Joy's Life Stamps (Wintery Puns) clear stamps

Paper: SU! kraft cs

Ink: SU! white craft ink

Other: white embossing powder

I created this star 'wreath' with holly & holly branches. A very easy project.

Try to find somewhat straight branches when trimming your holly bush/tree.
arrange branches in star pattern, I used a bit of hot glue to keep them in place
wrap each intersection with twine
tuck in the holly leaf stem, wrap with more twine or add a bit of glue if needed!

Hope my project inspire you to bring a little nature in for the holidays!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Blessings!

Light the Way @ Digital Tuesday! (12-6)

2011-12-06T00:01:00.026-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

I have something a little different to show you today.

We have a new challenge today @ Digital Tuesday. Our lovely Michelle has chosen the theme of "Lights"! Interpret how you wish, just be sure to add a digital element to your creation.

I created a vintage-y Christmas ornament...

vintage postcard from The Graphics Fairy,

sentiment by Joy's Life Stamps (Wintery Puns)

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes PLUS Glitter
Crafty Boots - Anything Goes
Crafty Bloggers Network - Shades of Winter
Creative Stamp Friends - Scene
Hooked on Crafts - Winter Wonderland
Make it Monday - anything Goes
Ooh La La Creations - Lots of Sparkle
Paper Creations Ink - "Bling It Up!"
The Crazy Challenge -Anything goes
The Pink Elephant - Snowflakes and Sparkles
The Ribbon Reel - Anything Goes
Victorine Originals - Ribbon
Whoopsi Daisy -Snowflakes

Dream Valley Challenges -Sparkle

Gingerloft -Winter OR Christmas

Pile It On - "Bling It Up!"

The Hybrid Chick Card Caravan -Glitter

Crafty Calendar -December Cold and Frosty

Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas - Mainly Monochromatic

Drunken Stampers - Monochromatic
Marks Finest Papers -Use your favourite embellishment (glitter)
My Sheri Crafts - Decorate for Christmas

Bloggers -Anything but a Card

Crafty Catz - colours of Christmas with sparkle

Culture Shock – Do It Yourself..........new challenge for me!

Stamp Man - make an ornament

Stampin With The Dragon - Anything Goes for Christmas

Creatalicious Challenges - Christmas and make sure it SPARKLES

Scrappin Chic Challenge -Christmas themed

CCEE Stampers - Snowflakes and Bling
Just For Fun -Winter

I Brake For Challenges -vintage

A Holiday House! Cricut Basics (12-5)

2011-12-05T09:00:00.004-05:00

Good Monday Morning!

We have a new challenge for you today @ Paper Playtime...make a Cricut holiday creation & add BUTTONS!

Stamps: SU! (To you & yours) stamps.

Papers: SU! cs, Pink Paisley dp

Ink: SU! craft white ink pad for sponging, Memento

Other: button, baker's twine, CM cutting system,

Cricut - Handyman cart (house/trim)

I added a rectangle for the chimney.

This card goes into a sweet hand made crate with some Christmas goodies for a hostess gift!

Sweet fellow DT Amy has some yummy Candy on offer too, pop over for a visit!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Blessings!

Sunday's Random Thoughts (12-4)

2011-12-04T17:28:00.001-05:00

...random thoughts during halftime with the NY Giants & Green Bay Packers...

Have you entered my two newest blog candies??

Elisabeth Bell rubber stamp & papers HERE.
A set of Aqua Markers HERE.

And are you wondering who won the PSA Essential Stamper & stamp sets?
Congratulations to Mary of My Scrap Happy Life, contact info is here!

Challenge reminders...
Digital Tuesday - use the color green & something digital.
Aud Sentiments - enter any & all your holiday creations.
The Queen's Royal Digi - enter all your Christmas digital cards.
Creative Belli - thank you theme.
Paper Playtime will issue a new challenge tomorrow, Mon, Dec 5!
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Well, Christmas season has officially started in the Matter household...

the kids have set up the Nativity!
That always comes first...remembering the Reason for the Season!

What comes next? The watching of the Muppet's Christmas Carol, of course!

yep, young & old(er) enjoy this one!
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Although I'm normally an online shopper, I do need to pop by a few shops this week. I'm kinda looking forward to hearing the holiday music and seeing all the stores dressed up for Christmas!

Speaking of shopping, do you have a regular grocery shopping day? I can't seem to stay on track with that, every day brings its own adventure so nothing is ever 'etched-in-stone'!!

Here are the meals I'm planning on this week...

Pork Chop & winter vegetable roast,
Tacos,
Tuna noodle casserole (a family fav),
Kielbasa stir-fry w/rice,
Beef stew.

I'll try to remember to take some photos & share recipes when I can.
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I also wanted to share a blurry photo with you! My oldest son, the Rock Star, is the one on the left (above my name/watermark). His band had a big 'gig' the other night, we are SO proud of him! He's very talented!!! I took a bunch of pictures but they're all blurry...obviously the floor where I was standing was VIBRATING from the loud music! lol

sorry so blurry!

Thanks for stopping by, I'll be back tomorrow with a simple Cricut creation for gift giving!
Blessings!

Blog Hop & Set of Aqua Markers!

2011-12-02T04:00:00.167-05:00

Welcome to

Joy's Life Stamps
Holiday Card

blog hop!

I'm so excited to be part of the fun holiday hop. Lots of inspiration coming your way, if you're a "pin-er" @ Pinterest be prepared to start pinning! lol

If you've arrived here from Jennie's blog, you're right on track. If you need to start at the beginning, hop over to Joy's blog!

Merry Christmas!

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Stamps: Joy's Life Stamps (Wintery Puns) clear stamps

SU! (snowflake spot) rubber

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: SU! craft white

Other: white embossing powder,

vintage seam-binding.

I used Joy's Life NEWEST set, Wintery Puns, so many fun sentiments along with this lovely traditional one, check it out HERE!

I had seen a turquoise & kraft card by Kimber Mcgray (of Jillibean Soup) and knew I wanted to case this combo. Isn't it lovely together, especially with the embossed white snowflakes?

Now how about a bit of blog candy?

A set of 5 Aqua Markers

Simply follow along and leave a comment below to let me know you were here! I'll announce a winner next weekend.

Your NEXT hop stop is Martha!

Here's the full hop order...

Joy
Amanda
Anne
Annette
Christine
Jennie
Maria
Martha
Melisa
Stacey
Susie
Tracy

I shared today's creation with -

*Aud Sentiments Challenge - Any Winter Holiday Sentiments
*Paper Playtime -Say It With Sentiments
Delightful Challenges - Let It Snow
Just For Fun - Winter
Paper Crafting Journey -  Anything Goes
Shelly's Images - Snow
Southern Girls - Ribbon
Cooking It Up With Katie -anything goes
Divas by Design - anything goes
Paper Shelter Challenge - anything goes
Scrapbook Sisters - Christmas
Simon Says Stamp - anything goes
365 Cards -Winter Theme
Cards und More - Snowflakes
Creative Craft Challenges - Free For All Week
Going Grey With Scrap-Creations - Christmas
Oldie But Goodie Challenge - Christmas No Red Or Green
Sassy Cheryl's -Winter
Craft Your Passion - Tis the Season
Crafty Boots -  Anything Goes
Get Hippity with Ippity - Embossing
Hooked on Crafts - Winter Wonderland
Karens Doodles - Non Traditional Christmas Colours
Make it Monday - Anything Goes
Make it Monday with Kraft Outlet -  Christmas Card
Squigglefly -  Winter Wonderland
Stamps R Us -Emboss It
The Crazy Challenge - Snowflakes
The Ribbon Reel - Anything Goes
Victorine Originals - Ribbon
Addicted to Stamps Christmas card
Fashionable Stamping Challenges -"I’m Dreaming Of A White Christmas"
Gingerloft - Winter OR Christmas
Scrappy Frogs - Use Kraft Card Stock
Stamptacular Sunday -Anything Christmas
2 Sisters - Holiday
Craft Your Days Away  -  bows
Crazy 4 Challenges -snow
Hiding in my Craft Room -any holiday

Another blog hop & more blog candy!

2011-12-02T03:00:00.061-05:00

Welcome to

The Scrapbooking Queen's

Here We Come a Caroling

blog hop!

We'll be sharing projects depicting some of our favorite Christmas Carols! Enjoy!

If you're already hopping along the caroling trail, you should have arrived here from sweet Heather's blog, Princess' Paper Projects! If you need to start at the beginning, hop over to The Scrapbooking Queen's blog!

I chose the song, The First Noel!

Noel, meaning birthday in French...The first birthday of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ!

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Stamps: Elisabeth Bell for SCACD (Reason for the Season peeker) rubber stamp

sentiment: CG

Paper: Dovecraft dp

Ink: Copic/Prismacolor markers

Other: Offray ribbon, Nesties,

MFT tag die, button/floss.

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Stamps: Elisabeth Bell for SCACD (Reason for the Season peeker) rubber stamp

sentiment: CG

Ink: Copic/Prismacolor markers

Other: seam-binding, SU! star punch,

CG watermark.

Such a sweet scene, I adore Elisabeth Bell stamps, don't you?

Would you like to win this stamp?

An Elisabeth Bell stamp exclusively made for SCACD, red rubber, unmounted....I'll throw in some yummy papers too!

Leave one comment below telling me...

what your favorite holiday song is and that you're a follower or subscriber of my blog.

Your NEXT stop on the hop is the lovely Lynn @ Boots and Bling, she has something fabulous to share with you!
Blessings!

Full hop order...

Inspire Me Fridays 35 - Linky Party!

2011-12-01T22:00:00.008-05:00

Happy Friday!

Welcome to the party! Can't wait to see what you've been working on!

If you missed last week's party, look HERE! SO much inspiration...thank you all for sharing every week!!
Here are our featured crafts...

Heaven in your mouth bar by Katie @ My Darling Days!
SUPER EASY, you'll want to visit Katie's blog
for this one!! Seriously!!

shaped card by Tracey @ My Creative Place!
Beautiful Tracey!

sweater to hat by Victoria @ Vixen Made!
wouldn't this make a fun gift, brilliant Victoria!

CAS card by Luanne @ The Crafter's Reference!
Such a great clean & simple style Luanne, love it!

Home Made colored sugar by Trish @ Mom On Timeout!
Just in time for cookie baking day, thanks Trish!

Pop Up card by Dr Sonia @ Cards, Crafts and Kids Projects!
Sonia offers a template & wonderful tutorial! Fabulous!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #35

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Aud Sentiments - Winter Holidays

2011-12-01T04:00:00.005-05:00

Happy Thursday!

It's December 1st...Let the Christmas season begin!

We've enjoyed every bit of autumn, right up to the last caramel apple! lol Now, with the arrival of December, the Christmas festivities will begin in the Matter home. We'll start with setting up our lovely Nativity later today!

Meet today's card...

Sentiment by TLC Creations, digital

Stamp: SU! baroque (small flower on tag)

Paper: SU! kraft cs, K&Co dp

Other: Offray organza ribbon, MS pearl

The challenge @ Aud Sentiments is to use any winter holiday sentiment! easy peasy, huh?! Hope you'll play along!

I'll have some fun Christmas blog candy up for grabs this weekend! And there are a few more days left on this awesome prize???

Enjoy your day!

Blessings!

Let's get down & dirty! & Help please!

2011-11-30T04:00:00.136-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

Joy's Life Stamps DT was challenged to create a project for the "Boy's Zone!". A bit of grunge maybe...I had a blast with this one!

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Sentiment: Joy's Life Stamps (Everyday Occasions & Lots of Pun) clear stamps

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Staz on (midnight blue)

Other: Pearl-Ex powder, piercing tool,

gel pen, twine,

Cricut- Plantin Schoolbook (pg 74, <star>)

I tried two new techniques...using the 'negative' paper after cutting out a few stars on my Cricut. And making home-made shimmer mist, using hairspray & Pearl-Ex powder! too fun!

Mark your calendars, we're having a fun blog hop this Friday! fun prizes are involved! yay!

Won't you help us spread the word?
post this button on your blog,
then leave me a comment that you helped!

Enjoy your last day of November!! Gosh, where has 2011 gone??
Blessings!

I shared today's creation with -

*Paper Playtime -Say It With Sentiments
Deep Ocean Challenge - "C" (congratulations)
Paper and Such Design -No Colouring Stamp Stick & Go
Stamp with Fun - Stitching
Stamps & Fun = Creativity - Distressing
Lexi's Creations - "One For the Lads"
Here Come the Boys - For the Man/Men in Your Life
Kenny K -Stitching
Let`s Ink It Up - Show us your Favourite Technique (faux stitching!)
Scrappy Frogs - Use Kraft Card Stock
Marks Finest Papers -Make it Masculine
Sweet Stampin - Punches and Dies
Simon Says Stamp & Show - stars
Simon Says - anything goes
Fab 'n Funky - anything goes
Cooking It Up w/Katie - anything goes

What's Green & Digital? (11-29)

2011-11-29T04:00:00.048-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

This week I'm hosting the Digital Tuesday challenge! yay! Are you ready for my challenge???

Use the color green somewhere on your creation...a little or a lot, you choose! Remember to also include a digital element please!

Meet today's card...

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Stamps: Di's Digi Downloads (reindeer holly ) digi

sentiment: Joy's Life Stamps (Holiday Occasions, Everyday Occasions) clear stamps

Paper: SU! cs

Ink: Copic markers, Memento ink pad

Other: SU! slit punch for the scallops,

baker's string off the bakery pie boxes!

Pop over to the Digital Tuesday Challenge to see all the beautiful inspiration from the DT and read about the awesome prize!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

Come join my

Current Inspire Me Fridays link-up party HERE!

I shared today's creation with -

The Queen's Royal Digi Challenge - Christmas, Wintertime

It's Christmas in the Royal Courts! (11-28)

2011-11-28T04:00:00.033-05:00

Happy Monday!

It's time for another Royal Digi challenge! The Queen & her court would like to see your digital Christmas projects!

Here are some Christmas cards representing Doodle Pantry, just one of the MANY sponsors of the Royal challenge!

Stamps: Doodle Pantry digi (holiday sheep)

sentiment - CG

Papers: SU! cs, Cosmo Cricket dp

Ink: Copics

Other: SU! ribbon, button/floss from stash.

Stamps: Doodle Pantry digi (caroling birds)

Papers: SU! cs, BasicGrey dp

Ink: Copics

Other: MS around the page punch, CM cutting system,

CB embossing folder, Offray ribbon
CM corner punch.

I really hope you'll pop over to the new challenge blog to follow us & play along!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

Inspire Me Fridays 34 - Linky Party!

2011-11-24T22:15:00.002-05:00

Happy Friday!

Are you ready to party? Link up whatever you would like to show us, let's inspire each other!!

If you missed last week's party, check it out HERE!
And here are our featured crafts...

invitation by Karli @ Crafting with Class!
beautiful Karli! lovely design!!

Christmas ornament by Erin @ My Very Educated Mother!
love this, thanks for a great tutorial Erin!

Christmas card by Chris @ Twinkles Glow with Stamps!
this is so lovely Chris!!

Christmas planner by Cathy @ Scraps of Life!
I SOOO need to make this! Brilliant design with
these printables Cathy!!

Paper cone wreaths by Brandi @ Sparkle Shimmer & Twinkle!
Fabulous Brandi!!! I have lots of
Christmas paper....have to give it a go!

If you were featured, please grab your button!

Now onto party #34

Link up suggestions-

Cards, scrappy layouts, any paper craft, sewing projects, needle crafts, home decor, recipes, DIY projects, remodeling photos, Cricut projects, Garden projects, etc.

The small print...

If you would like to be featured, please make sure to link back to my blog or post my button on your blog. By linking up, you're giving me permission to post your photo as a featured project.

Happy Thanksgiving (11-24)

2011-11-24T04:00:00.046-05:00

From my family to yours!

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Stamps: Fresh Brewed Designs (Sweet as Pie) rubber stamp

sentiment: CG

Paper: atd

Ink: Copic markers.

We have a new challenge for you @ Aud Sentiments this fortnight, create ANY Holiday card/project! And the current Creative Belli challenge has a theme of Thanks/Thankful! Hope you'll pop over to the challenge blogs & check out all the inspiration!!

Enjoy your day!
Blessings!

Shabby Chic @ Joy's Life Stamps (11-23)

2011-11-23T04:00:00.070-05:00

Happy Wednesday!

Only one more sleep 'til Thanksgiving!! The turkey is thawing nicely and the baking has commenced!

The Joy's Life DT was challenge to create a shabby chic project. Here's my version...

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Stamps: Claudia & Co (comfy chair)

Sentiment: Joy's Life Stamps (You're So Punny)

Paper: SU! cs, K&Co dp

Ink: Memento brown

Other: vintage seambinding, paper doily,

button, cotton string, CB embossing folder,

Zva Creative pearls

Thanks so much for stopping by! Hope your day is a special one!
Blessings!

I created today's project while on Joy's Life Design Team.

I shared today's creation with -

Crafts and Me - shabby chic/vintage
Creative Craft Challenges -Free For All Week
Make it Monday -Anything Goes
Lollipop Crafts - Anything Goes
Paper Sundaes -Beautiful Bows
Pile It On - Anything with a "P" ....pearls, pink!
Annabelle Stamps Challenge - buttons and bows

Sparkle & Shine! (11-22)

2011-11-22T09:00:00.005-05:00

Happy Tuesday!

Is it just me or has the busy-ness of the holiday season started already?? Time for a CAS project!

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Stamps: from Operation Write Home blog digi stamp

Sentiment: Joy's Life stamps (Everyday Occasions) clear stamps

Ink: Memento ink pad, Copic/Prisma markers

Other: American Crafts gems, Stickles.

Simple & sweet...sparkly & shiny too!

Our Digital Tuesday challenge this week is Sparkle & Shine and include a digital element somewhere on your project! too fun! Pop over to the challenge blog to see all the beautiful inspiration from the rest of the DT and read all the prize info too!

Have a most beautiful day!

Blessings!

I share today's creation with -

Stamps R Us - Bling It On
Quirky Crafts -  CAS
The Hybrid Chick Card Caravan -  Birthday Card
The Squirrel & the Fox -  Summer
Allsorts -  One layer card
Clearly Inspired - flowers

Thanks Ladies!