A Sketch Challenge

So tomorrow's the start of the big attic insulation fest...ugh!! We need to enlarge the opening - it's only about 30" x 8" now. Stamping sounds so much more fun.

Here's my card for this week's sketch challenge over at SCS. I really liked the sketch, but I think I got started too late in the day because I'm not too happy with how it turned out - too much white. I wanted to incorporate the graph paper dp from DCWV, but it didn't go the way I wanted. Oh well, there's always next time :)



Details
Stamps - inque boutique (Out of this World)
Ink - black
Paper - Real Red, Basic Black, DCWV Grade School (graph paper)
Accessories - brads, EK Success border punch (lines & dots), corner rounder


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Weekend Sketch Challenge

Here's my card for this weekend's sketch challenge. You can see the sketch and others' cards over at PaperFections.

I really liked the simplicity of the sketch and needed it after a long week. My mom went into the hospital on Wednesday with pneumonia, so I've been doing double duty with work and visits to the hospital. She's doing much better, but I think she'll be there for a few more days to make sure her lungs are clear.



Details:
Stamps - Michael's Dollar Stamps
Paper - white, So Saffron, Certainly Celery
Ink - black, Certainly Celery, Brushables markers
Accessories - white eyelets


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WSC35 - Reality Check

Who doesn't dream of a tropical getaway when they're up to their eyeballs in work and it's snowing outside? This card was the perfect escape. I found the stamps (Clearly Wordsworth Vacation set) on clearance sale at Hobby Lobby on Saturday. They were a steal at $5!! I can't wait to use the other images.

Ingredients:

Stamps - Clearly Wordsworth Vacation

Paper - SU Certainly Celery, DCWV Blue, Brown, DP

Ink - SU Certainly Celery, Close to Cocoa, Basic Black

Accessories - Prima flowers, antique copper brads, Prismacolor watercolor pencils

Now back to reality...

Bugs & Kisses

Couldn't resist making another Valentine when I came across another SCS member's Bugs & Kisses card. What great inspiration for this week's sketch challenge. I included the sentiment on the inside of this card for my aunt. She sent me a great card today about shoes. I'll have to post a photo - it's hilarious!

I love the black, white, and red. I think I could use black in almost every card. I love how it adds crispness and makes everything pop. Ribbon is from Michaels.

Happy Valenswine Day!

I had so much fine with this week's sketch challenge. I finished the card in no time, and I think it's adorable. I love MFT Punny Farm! I originally purchased the set for the sheep, but I've already had so many ideas for the other images. Be on the lookout! I can't wait to see their new releases.

Here's my card:


I love the combination of pinks, black, and white even if it does remind me of the late 80s/early 90s.

The pigs' heads are raised as well as their noses (dimensions and glue dots). I used Prismacolor watercolor pencils and printed the sentiment from my computer. Ribbon is from Michael's.

Ingredients:
Stamps: MFT Punny Farm
Paper: DCWV, DP
Ink: Basic Black
Accessories: White eyelets, Ribbon, Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils, Horizontal Slot punch, Slit punch

Where has the time gone?

So. Here I am. Finally finding some time to care for my blog. I was so excited when I started this journey. Then life has pulled me in other directions. Luckily, all has calmed down for now (except for my battle with a pesky cold) and I've been papercrafting once again.


Now for sharing. I have a few things, and I anticipate some more in the next few days.


First is my card for SCS Card Sketch Challenge from two weeks ago. I used SU Stew Pot Pals - I love this set, but I find it difficult to use. I started the card two weeks ago, but just finished it yesterday. I think I lost some of my inspiration along the way, but I'm still pleased with it.




Now on to another card that I actually finished two weeks ago, but finally got around to photographing and uploading it yesterday. It uses Changito from Stampendous. I purchased the Stampendous Perfectly Clear Changito set this summer to make welcome back cards for my students, and I fell in love with him in the process. Expect more cards featuring him in upcoming posts.




Ingredients:
Stamps: Stampendous Perfectly Clear Changito the Monkey
Paper: SU Really Rust, Old Olive, More Mustard
Ink: SU Basic Black & Old Olive
Accessories: Buttons, Green Raffia, Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils, Cricut Mini Monograms cartridge

A Tisket, A Tasket

Here's a photo of my card for SCS Sketch Challenge 159. I'm really happy with how it turned out, and I think I'm hooked on Bellas! I received my Bella order last week, and I'm ready to order more. I might have to find a second job to support my habit!

For this card, I used SU Blushing Blossom paper, CK Confetti and Daisies, and Paper Company white and brown. I cut the stitched circle and shadow circle with my Cricut (Mini Monograms cartridge) and also the posie (flower1 from George and Basic Shapes cartridge) - this compliments the paper so well. I used my Stampin Pastels on Gardenbella's dress and basket and watercolor pencils on the rest of her. Final touches included a teeny button on the flower and the sentiment, "If friends were flowers, I'd pick you" on the inside of the card.

When I started the card I was going to steer away from the colors since my card from yesterday used the pink/brown combo. I'm glad I ignored that - my next project can always use different colors.