Saturday Sketch

Today's card was designed using a sketch from the Saturday Challenge. It makes it so much easier when there is a starting point for a card design. The simplicity of it helps in the design I think. I look forward to seeing your own designs.

Stamps used: Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink: Soft Suede

Paper: Thoroughly Modern DSP and Sahara Sand, Rose Red & Bermuda Bay Cardstock

Accessories: 1/4" Rose Red Ribbon

Tools: Scallop Oval, Large Oval and Small Oval Punches

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Monochromatic Medallion

Today's card is another one that doesn't take any time to complete. I used only one color of ink and the layers were simply punches. Sometimes the simplest and easiest are just as pretty as those we spend a lot of time completing. What do you think?

Stamps: Medallion and Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink: Tempting Turquoise

Paper: Tempting Turquoise & Whisper White C/S

Accessories: Rhinestones

Tools: Scallop, Large & Small Oval Punches

Give Thanks

Today's design was done as part of the MojoMonday Challenge. I admit I altered it somewhat, partly due to my limited supplies. I would have liked to add a wider ribbon instead of the 5/8" that I had. Guess I'll add that to my wish list. I was also trying to use limted colors on this card. I do think it gives the look of Autumn that I was wanting. Tell me what you think.

Stamps used: Holiday Best

Ink: Soft Suede and Dusty Durango markers

Papers: Dusty Durango and Soft Suede cardstock, Dustry Durango DSP

Accessories: Soft Suede 5/8" ribbo

Simplicity in Autumn

Today's card is one that can be done so quickly. I tried to make an extremely simple card, but also, one that still has an attractive appearance. Trying to limit the number of layers and accessories was the most challenging. I hope I accomplished what I wanted. You'll have to let me know.

Stamps used: Holiday Best and Autumn Days

Ink: Crushed Curry & Soft Suede

Paper: Whisper White Cardstock

Accessories: 1/4" Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon

Flowered Bib

Hi, Stampers. Today's blog will be a little different as I'm presenting something that requires no stamping, ink or paper at all. Instead, I'm combining my love of the Big Shot die-cutting machine with my other lover, fabric. I've created an iron on applique on a simple child's bib, but this technique can be done with any type of fabric that can be ironed.

First you need to iron adhesive to the back of the fabric you will be cutting. You can cut a couple of layers of fabric at one time, if you wish. I used the Daisies #2 die in this sample and cut fabric of 2 different colors for a little variety. After the fabric has been cut, simply remove the backing and iron onto the bib. I added a corduroy button at the flower center. As for washing, since it isn't sewn down, it will need to be washed on delicate. I hope you enjoy this idea.

Wecome

Sorry it's taken me a while to post, but I think you'll like todays card. It was designed as part of the Stamping411 Challenge. It's hard to see but there is glitter in the clear embossing powder that I used on the flower. It adds a little pizzazz. I look forward to your comments.

Stamps used: True Friend and Warm Words

Ink: Old Olive and Rich Razzleberry

Paper: Cottage Wall DSP, Orchid Opulence, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White and Old Olive cardstock

Accessories: Clear emboss powder, Dazzling diamonds glitter, Crystal effects