Sympathy Card for a Paper Craft Crew Sketch

Unfortunately I needed a sympathy card, but fortunately I was able to quickly create a thoughtful card.

I used the sketch at the Paper Craft Crew#386 here.

Ornate Style, Tasteful Touches and Peaceful Moments are the stamp sets with some Ornate Garden Specialty DSP.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Ornate Style, Tasteful Touches and Peaceful Moments
Papers: WW, Early Espresso, Ornate Garden Specialty DSP
Inks: Early Espresso, Old Olive and Bumblebee
Accessories: Tasteful Labels dies, Stitched So Sweetly dies, Gilded Gems, 2020-2022 In Color Enamel dots, Stampin dimensionals

Fall Card for a Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge

Even though it's 85 degrees and sunny today, I had to play with some more goodies from the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog!!

I've used the sketch at the Hand Stamped Sentiments#344 here.

Banner Year is the new stamp set and there's some Plaid Tidings 6 by 6 DSP.

I also ran a strip of the Cajun Craze card stock thru the Wrapped in Texture embossing folder that I used on yesterday's card.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Banner Year
Papers: WW, Bumblebee, Cajun Craze, Plaid Tidings 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Cajun Craze, Pretty Peacock, Bumblebee
Accessories: Stitched Shapes dies, Layering Circles dies, Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 2020-2022 In Color Enamel Dots, 1/4 inch Bumblebee ribbon, Stampin dimensionals

Another Christmas in July Card for Two Challenges

I've got another Christmas in July card for two challenges.

I just love the Peace & Joy set and it's coordinating Joy Dies in the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog!!! You can just do so much with it!!


And I also love that the Flowers for Every Season DSP is truly for every season!

The sketch for this card is for CAS Colours & Sketches#381 here.

And then the colors are for Splitcoast Color Combination#802 here. And for dessert, it's Christmas in July.
The colors to use are Just Jade, Shaded Spruce and Magenta Madness.

There's also a new embossing folder duo-Wrapped in Texture.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Peace & Joy
Papers: WW, Just Jade, Magenta Madness, Shaded Spruce, Flowers for Every Season DSP
Inks: Shaded Spruce and Magenta Madness
Accessories: Joy Dies, Wrapped in Texture Embossing folders, 1/4 inch Just Jade 2020-2021 In Color ribbon, Stitched Shapes dies, Layering Circle dies, Stampin dimensionals

Two for Tuesday Thank You Card

Here's a thank you card for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at The Paper Players#501 here.
I just switched the diagonal because I cut my DSP upside down, lol!

And then it's also for SUO Challenge#254-Coloring, here.
I've colored the flowers with my Stampin Write Markers.

Jar of Flowers and Lovely You are the stamp sets with some Flowers for Every Season DSP.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Lovely You and Jar of Flowers
Papers: WW, Misty Moonlight, Bumblebee, Flowers for Every Season DSP
Inks: Black, Misty Moonlight, Bumblebee, Magenta Madness, Cinnamon Cider, Just Jade
Accessories: Jar punch, Stitched So Sweetly dies, Banners Pick a Punch, Stampin dimensionals

In Color Birthday Card for Two Challenges

This cute card featuring the new In Colors is for two challenges.

First, it's for Inspire Create Challenge#074 here.
It's a color challenge to use the new In Colors: Magenta Madness, Bumblebee, Just Jade, Misty Moonlight and Cinnamon Cider.

And then it's also for TGIF Challenge#274-Product Challenge: Paper Scraps, here.

I used the Banners Pick a Punch for the one end of the In Color scraps.
And I used the Essential Tag punch for the piece with the HBD.  The HBD was cut with the Playful Alphabet dies and the greeting is from Many Mates.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Many Mates
Papers: WW, Cinnamon Cider, 2020-2022 In Color 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Magenta Madness
Accessories: Banners Pick a Punch, 1/4 inch Cinnamon Cider ribbon, Essential Tag punch, Playful Alphabet dies, Rectangle Stitched dies, Stampin dimensionals

Christmas Card for Two Challenges

Since Christmas is 5 months from today-YIKES!- I thought I'd make a Christmas card for two challenges.

First, I used the colors at the Splitcoast Color Combination#801 here.
The colors to use are Bumblebee, Pretty Peacock and Cherry Cobbler. And the dessert is Christmas in July.

And then this is also for the Paper Craft Crew#885-Tic-tac-toe challenge, here.
I went straight down the middle with Watercolor background, Favorite Color and Anything but a Floral.

I colored the water color paper with the three inks then flicked some more water with my fingers to create the rippled effect.

Red is my favorite color and the Christmas tree is anything but floral.

Perfectly Plaid and Family Party are the stamp sets.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Perfectly Plaid
Papers: WW, Water color, Cherry Cobbler, Pretty Peacock, Bumblebee
Inks: White craft, Cherry Cobbler, Pretty Peacock, Bumblebee
Accessories: Water painters, Pine Tree punch, Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 2020-2022 In Color Enamel dots, White embossing powder, Lovely Labels pick a punch,Stampin dimensionals

Bright Boots Card for Two Challenges

This colorful card is for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at Case this Sketch#382 here.

And then the colors are for Fab Friday#194 here.
The colors to use are Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie and Bermuda Bay.
The Brights color collection are my favorite so I had to play!!!

Under my Umbrella and Pattern Play are the stamp sets with a bit of the Brights 6 by 6 DSP.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Under My Umbrella and Pattern Play
Papers: WW, Poppy Parade, Bermuda Bay, Brights 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Black, Poppy Parade, Bermuda Bay, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight
Accessories: Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Banners Pick a Punch, Rectangle Stitched dies, Stampin dimensionals

Two for Thursday Anniversary Card

This anniversary card is for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at the Freshly Made Sketches#445 here.

And then the colors are for CAS Colours & Sketches#380 here.
The colors to use are Balmy Blue, Calypso Coral and Mint Macaron.

Itty Bitty Greetings and Lovely You are the stamp sets.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Itty Bitty Greetings and Lovely You
Papers: WW, Crumb Cake, Calypso Coral, Mint Macaron, Balmy Blue
Inks: Calypso Coral, Mint Macaron, Balmy Blue
Accessories: Rectangle Stitched dies, Stitched Shapes dies, Ornate Layers dies, Gilded Gems, Tasteful Texture embossing folder, Stampin dimensionals

Christmas in July Card for a Mojo Sketch

I'm getting started on the over 100 Christmas cards that I make and send!! The sketch at MOJOMonday#541 here, helped me with my mojo, lol!

I just love this new stamp set from the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog-Peace & Joy. It has coordinating Joy Dies and lots of possibilities.

I paired that with some of the awesome patterns in the Heartwarming Hugs DSP.

Here's my recipe:


Stamps: Peace & Joy
Papers: WW, Real Red, Mossy Meadow, Heartwarming Hugs DSP
Inks: Real Red and Mossy Meadow
Accessories: Stitched Shapes Dies, Layering Squares dies, Joy Dies, 3/16 in Real Red Braided Linen Trim,  Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Stampin dimensionals

Two for Tuesday Birthday Card

Here's a birthday card for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at the Global Design Project#250 here.

And then it's also for The Paper Players#500-Clean and Simple: Celebrate, here.  Wow, 500 challenges-that sure is something to celebrate!! I love playing with all their creative challenges.

Itty Bitty Birthdays and Itty Bitty Greetings are the stamp set.

And since I had the Playing with Patterns DSP out for yesterday's card, I used it again here. There are just so many great patterns that you can mix and match together!!



Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Itty Bitty Birthdays and Itty Bitty Greetings
Papers: WW, Night of Navy, Crushed Curry, Playing with Patterns DSP
Inks: Crushed Curry and Night of Navy
Accessories: Stitched Shapes dies, Banners pick a punch, Playing with Patterns Resin Dots, Stampin dimensionals

Playing with Patterns Suite

Here's a card showcasing some of the Playing with Patterns Suite.

It's also my take on the sketch at Case this Sketch#381 here.

Pattern Play is the stamp set with it's coordinating Playing with Patterns DSP and Playing with Patterns Ribbon Combo pack.  Don't you just love it when Stampin UP makes the coordinating so easy???

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Pattern Play
Papers: WW, Night of Navy, Purple Posy, Playing with Patterns 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Night of Navy, Purple Posy and Coastal Cabana
Accessories: Rectangle Stitched dies, Playing with Patterns Ribbon Combo Pack, Stampin dimensionals

Halloween Card for a Sketch

I've played with some more new Mini Catalog goodies!

The stamp set is called Banner Year and it has a coordinating Banner Year punch( I didn't use here).
It's a great stamp set because it has Halloween, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Fall, Valentines and all occasions!!

I've paired it with the Plaid Tidings 6 by 6 DSP which is also perfect for all those occasions!

And I've used the sketch at CAS Colours & Sketches#379 here.
I just substituted a piece from the Tasteful Labels dies for the center circle.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Banner Year
Papers: WW, Black, Pumpkin Pie, Plaid Tidings DSP
Inks: Pumpkin Pie, Black
Accessories: Tasteful Labels dies, Playful Pets Trim Combo pack, Stampin dimensionals

Fabulous Card for Two Challenges

Here's a fabulous little card for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at the Paper Craft Crew#384 here.

And then the colors are for the Global Design Project#249 here.
The colors to use are Misty Moonlight, Pool Party and Petal Pink.

Many Mates is the stamp set with some 2020-2022 In Color 6 by 6 DSP.

I created the background on the WW piece by flicking my markers over the card stock.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Many Mates
Papers: WW, Misty Moonlight, Petal Pink, Pool Party, 2020-2022 In Color 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Misty Moonlight, Petal Pink, Pool Party
Accessories: Rectangle Stitched dies, Nature's Thoughts dies, Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 2020-2022 In Color Enamel dots, Stampin dimensionals

Playful Birthday Card for Two Challenges

Today is our daughter's 24th birthday so of course I needed a card!! She's a wonderful young woman and we're so proud of the great teacher, daughter and friend she is!!

I've used two challenges for her card.

First, I've used the sketch at the Freshly Made Sketches#444 here.

And then the colors are for Sunday Stamps#235 here.
I chose to focus on the yellow, orange and blue going with the Playing with Patterns DSP.

Well Said and Family Party are the stamp sets with the new Playful Alphabet dies.  I can see lotsa projects coming with these great dies!!

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Well Said and Family Party
Papers: WW, Crushed Curry, Coastal Cabana, Playing with Patterns DSP
Inks: Crushed Curry, Coastal Cabana, Calypso Coral
Accessories: Tasteful Labels dies, Playful Alphabet dies, Foam adhesive sheets, Stampin dimensionals

Beachy Card for Two Challenges

Here's a soft beachy card for two challenges.

First, I've used the colors at The Paper Players#499 here.
The colors to use are Smoky Slate, So Saffron and Seaside Spray. 

These colors made me think of a beach and it just so happens that the Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge#343 here is beach themed.

Waterfront is the stamp set with some In Good Taste DSP.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Waterfront
Papers: WW, Seaside Spray, Smoky Slate, In Good Taste DSP
Inks: Seaside Spray, Smoky Slate, So Saffron, Soft Suede, Pear Pizzazz
Accessories: Tasteful Labels dies, Flowers for Every Season Ribbon Combo Pack, Stampin dimensionals

Christmas in July Card for a TGIF Challenge

My August-December 2020 Mini Catalog pre-order just arrived today and I had to play!!

So I used the sketch at the TGIF Challenge#272 here.

This sketch lent itself perfectly to use the new Essential Tag punch!!
I paired that with it's coordinating Everything Essential stamp set and some Heartwarming Hugs DSP.

And I added some 3/16 inch Real Red Braided Linen trim.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Everything Essential
Papers: WW, Real Red, Heartwarming Hugs DSP
Inks: Pear Pizzazz and Real Red
Accessories: Essential Tag punch, 3/16 inch Real Red Braided Linen trim

Bridal Shower Card for a Case this Sketch

I needed a bridal shower card so I used the sketch at Case this Sketch#380 here. 

Well Said and Daisy Lane are the stamp sets with some 1/4 inch Bumblebee Gingham ribbon.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Well Said and Daisy Lane
Papers: WW, Shimmery White card stock, Bumblebee, Crumb Cake, Cinnamon Cider
Inks: Bumblebee, Magenta Madness, Misty Moonlight
Accessories: Medium Daisy punch, 1/4 inch Bumblebee Gingham ribbon, Rectangle Stitched dies, Water Painters, Stampin dimensionals

Sympathy Card for Two Challenges

Unfortunately I needed a sympathy card but fortunately it came together quickly thanks to two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at Fab Friday#193 here.

And then I've also used Just Add Ink#513 here.
It's a challenge to Just Add Two: Flowers, Tree or Texture.  I went with flowers and texture.

Peaceful Moments is the stamp set with some Flowers for Every Season DSP.
The texture is from the Greenery embossing folder.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Peaceful Moments
Papers: WW, Just Jade, Flowers for Every Season DSP
Inks: Just Jade
Accessories: Greenery embossing folder, Tasteful Labels dies, 2020-2022 In Color enamel dots, Flowers for Every Season ribbon combo pack, Stampin dimensionals

Two for Thursday Get Well Card

This get well card is for two challenges.

First, I've used the sketch at the Freshly Made Sketches#443 here.

And then the colors are for CAS Colours & Sketches#378 here.
The colors to use are Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green and Pacific Point.

Jar of Flowers and Well Said are the stamp sets with some Brights 6 by 6 DSP.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Well Said and Jar of Flowers
Papers: WW, Pacific Point, Brights 6 by 6 DSP
Inks: Black, Pacific Point, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green, Daffodil Delight
Accessories: Lovely Labels Pick a Punch, Jar punch, Tasteful Textures embossing folder, Stampin dimensionals

Soft Daisy Lane Card for Two Challenges

This pretty, soft and subtle card is for two challenges.

First, I've used the Case the designer picture at the Global Design Project#248 here.

I was drawn to the pink and the layout, just changing up stamp sets.

And then this is also for The Paper Players#498-Theme: Fun and Fancy Folds, here.

The Gray Granite piece unfolds when the ribbon is untied to reveal the greeting.

Daisy Lane is the stamp set with some In Good Taste DSP.

I created the striped piece with water color paper, the new Water Painters and some Petal Pink ink.

Here's my recipe:

Stamps: Daisy Lane

Papers: WW, Water color, Gray Granite,In Good Taste DSP

Inks: Petal Pink, Gray Granite, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Tasteful Labels dies, Stitched So Sweetly Dies, Medium Daisy punch, 1/4inch Gray Granite Shimmery ribbon, Stampin dimensionals