Antique Rose

I received this stamp from Heartfelt Creations and couldn't wait to ink it up! I am really happy with how it turned out. I used Bazzil cardstock, K&Company DP and the Spellbinders spades pendant for the decor. A simple satin ribbon completes this card.
The rose image was stamped using Stampin Up Old Olive and again with versafine black. I used Tim Holtz distress inks and copics for color.
Let me know what you think!

Winner of the DZ Doodles Ornament!

True Random Number Generator

Result: 3

Congratulations Denise! Email me and let me know which email address you would like your digi sent to!

Another New Release from DZ Doodles! Win this Image!

Can you believe it, Christmas is drawing near and it is time to start thinking about what image we are going to put on our cards this year. This new image from DZ Doodles is sweet and simple. The possibilities are endless with this image.
For my card I printed the image twice and cut one out, chopping off the ball of the ornament and leaving space for my sentiment. I then stamped my sentiment with Versafine black ink and dipped it in a sparkling embossing powder. Once heat set, it really shimmered. This is a rubber stamp from Penny Black Inc.
For my green background, I dry embossed the paper using a Cuttlebug embossing folder. I inked the raised portion with Versamark and coated it in the same glittered embossing powder. What can I say, I LOVE a lot of sparkle at Christmas!
I then cut out the ornament part of my second image and traced it onto DP. Once cut out, I inked the edges with distress inks and glued it to the original piece of cardstock. I popped up the ornament with dimensionals and...voila...a beautiful Christmas ornament!

Do you want to try out this ornament? Leave a comment here and I will draw a name on Friday, September 25th!

More new releases from DZ Doodles!

Today is a beautiful day! The sun is shining and there are tons of new releases to see at DZ Doodles! Diane has doodled up some wonderful new images and I can't wait to get my hands on them. For a sample of what she has, I made this card with the new Squirrel stamp. Can't you just feel fall in the air and see those cute little guys gathering for the winter?
Go on over to the shop and check out whats new!

Winner of the DZ Doodles Image is...

Tina Janiga who said, "OOO OOO OOO pick me, pick me. Although it will be tough picking the one I would want, they are all great!!! Thanks for the chance!!

True Random Number Generator Result: 4

Congratulations Tina! Email me with your choice and I will get that right to you!

DZ Doodles New Release Today!

Come on over to DZ Doodles to see their fantastic new releases! The apple basket above is just one of the wonderful new Digital stamps that are being released today.

To make things really exciting, post a comment on this post before midnight PST Sunday to win your choice of one of the new releases!!

For the card above I colored the apples using Derwent watercolor pencils and a Dove blender. The front apple has been popped up for dimension and all the apples have been glazed with Crystal Effects for shine.
The stitching was done using Madeira rayon threads in gold.

Card Recipe:

ALL STAMPS USED: Basket of Apples by DZ Doodles
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: DCWV cardstock, K&Company DP
INK: Stampin' UP
MARKERS (if any): None
ACCESS. AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Crystal Effects, stickles, Madeira thread
COLORING MEDIUM (if any): Derwent watecolor pencils and Dove Blender
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES (if any): Paper tole

Fall is in the air!

I am such a fall person. Give me a slight chill and colorful leaves any day. I have to say that HOT 90 degree days are not for me. I often tease my husband that I should be living in Alaska!
So, since today was a chilly, fall like day, I am inspired to create.
I used this adorable digi from DZ Doodles. This scarecrow can be obtained for FREE over at the Copic Buzz challenge. Nope, you don't have to use Copic markers to participate, any medium will do.
I sponged my background and attempted to use Copic markers on my scarecrow. I say attempted because I went back and shaded a little with my Prismas...I couldn't help myself! Once colored I popped his clothes up for dimension and added Crystal effects to his face. Since I cannot seem to create a card without a little sparkle, I added some Stickles to his patches...he is one stylin scarecrow! :)
Enjoy and be sure to leave me a comment! I love to read them all. If you enter over at Copic Buzz let me know so I can go and check out your work!

Card Recipe:

ALL STAMPS USED: Scarecrow by DZ Doodles
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: DCWV cardstock, Making Memories DP
INK: Stampin' UP
MARKERS (if any): Copics
ACCESS. AND EMBELLISHMENTS: MM brads, Cuttlebug embossing folders, satin ribbon, crystal effects, stickles, nestabilities
COLORING MEDIUM (if any): Copic Markers and Prisma pencils
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES (if any): Paper tole

Free Digi from DZ Doodles!

Do you like Jack with Cat? If so, come on over to DZ Doodles and get him for FREE! For a limited time Diane is offering this adorable digi for free. Just go to the Halloween section, select the image and check out. It is that easy. Don't forget to share your work with us! We would love to see it and add it to our gallery!

DZ Doodles and the Doodles Dozen!

Hi Everyone! I wanted to share some really exciting news with you. DZ Doodles announced their first design team and I was lucky enough to be picked! They are calling it the Doodles dozen.
They are hosting their first challenge at Copic Buzz today! Come over and play for a chance to win some great prizes. The details can be found on their blog Copic Buzz!
Come take a look at these wonderful Digi Stamps designed by Diane Zyla. You can purchase any of these wonderful stamps at DZ Doodles.
For my first DT card I used the Cornicopia stamp found HERE.
Let me know what you think! I love to read all of your comments, they really make my day.

Card Recipe:

ALL STAMPS USED: Cornicopia by DZ Doodles
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: DCWV, Bazzill dots, Bo Bunny DP
INK: Stampin' UP
MARKERS (if any): None
ACCESS. AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Basic Grey pearls, Cuttlebug embossing folders, satin ribbon, crystal effects
COLORING MEDIUM (if any): Stampin' UP! ink pads and aquapainter
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES (if any): Watercolor and paper tole.

Pixie Cottage stamp line!

Hello again! Michelle at Michelle's Scrapbooking has started her own stamp company - The Pixie Cottage. These stamps are absolutely adorable. I love stamps that are a little on the whimsical side! :)
She is holding a design team call and I have decided to submit an application!
If you are interested go to The Pixie Cottage Design Team Call and follow the instructions!

One of the requirements are to post 3 of your recent projects and link back to the DT call post.

The projects I am submitting from the last 2 weeks are:I wish everyone that submits an application the best of luck!