Solo Flight

A fond farewell to 2018. Here is my last post of the year to share a final Christmas card but not one done in traditional colors.  I thought a lone reindeer was a fitting touch flying over the magical city.  I embossed the wooden reindeer with silver. Thanks for joining me!

This card is entered into the following challenges...

• Artistic Stamper Creative Challenge (Christmas)  
• Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge (Party Time)

Prima Doll Christmas Card - FotoBella

Merry Christmas,
I'm so glad you stopped by today as I allow my inner child to play and share my love of paper dolls.  Julie Nutting dolls are the just the sweetest and I loved paper piecing cute little Valentina.  The BoBunny - Yuletide Carol Collection provided the perfect mini patterns to make the cutest dress and little winter boots. I just wish I had time to make all the different dress variations. Visit FotoBella for all the supplies.

This card is submitted to the following challenges:

• Artistic Stamper Creative Challenge (Christmas)
• More Than Words Dec Mini Challenge ("Merry")
• Stamping Sensations (Winter Sparkle)
• Off The Rails Scrapbooking (Anything Goes)
• That's Crafty Challenge Blog (Anything Goes)
• Color My Heart Color Dare #322 (Bold & Bright)

A Closer Look:

FotoBella Supplies: Links

Yuletide Carol I Want It All 12x12 Collection
Yuletide Carol 12x12 Coordinating Double Dot-Paper-Bundle
Prima Marketing Julie Nutting Doll Stamp Valentina Mixed Media Cling Stamp

Other Supplies:
3D foam tape, creme cardstock, black ink pad, watercolor paint, brush

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Using Tags on Cards - FotoBella

I'm so glad you stopped by today as I am sharing an easy way to embellish with tags. The BoBunny - Yuletide Carol Collection provided the perfect pattern paper that you can cut out individual tags. I just wish I had time to use all the stylish designs. These cards are great because they are quick to create for that last minute guest or forgotten relative.  You can find the complete tutorial for this card on the FotoBella Blog HERE.

This card is submitted into the following challenges:

• Off The Rails Scrapbooking (Anything Goes)
• That's Crafty Challenge Blog (Anything Goes)

Supplies:
Yuletide Carol I Want It All 12x12 Collection
Yuletide Carol 12x12 Coordinating Double Dot-Paper-Bundle

Other Supplies: ribbon, lace, 3D foam tape, liquid adhesive, wooden snowflake

A Closer Look:

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Merry & Bright Christmas Card

Here is my non-traditional tree decorated with Christmas lights. It is a very quick make and can be easily put together for that last minute unexpected guest, long forgotten relative, or produced assembly line style for a long list of family and friends. The full tutorial can be found HERE on the Blank Page Muse Blog.

This card is entered into the following challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps - Christmas Card Day Challenge
• Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (Anything Goes)
• Artistic Stamper Creative Challenge (Christmas)
• Stamping Sensations (Winter Sparkle)
• Off The Rails Scrapbooking (Anything Goes)
•  Creative Artiste (Anything Goes Mixed Media)
• That's Crafty Challenge Blog (Anything Goes)
• Color My Heart Color Dare #322 (Bold & Bright)

•  STAMPlorations CAS December Card Challenge (Anything Goes)

www.blankpagemuse.com

BPM Stamps:

• Fall Bare Tree Background Art Rubber Stamp
• Season's Greetings Word Phrase Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• black ink pad
• clear mounting block
• permanent markers
• watercolor paints
• black cardstock
• velum
• clear gloss dimensional paint
• card base (5x5")
  
  
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Creative Inspiration Online Magazine - Issue #27

If you need some Winter/Holiday inspiration, take a trip over to see the latest Creative Inspiration Online Magazine. The December issue is full of talented ladies from all over the world.   Designers were to be inspired by the mood board below and include themes like family, friends, and Christmas related images. 

Here is a sneak peek of one of my projects.  Be on the lookout for my Christmas layout at 1min 53secs and my many cards at 3mins 44secs. 

Creative Inspiration Online Magazine Issue #27
Thanks again to Bev for putting together another wonderful issue.

Button Christmas Cards

Hey Crafty Peeps,
If you are like me, buttons are one of my favorite embellishments.  I have fond memories of rummaging through my mother's button box which felt like special treasures to me.  Today I feature simple buttons on some festive Christmas cards. You can find out more about my cards HERE on the FotoBella Blog.

The background paper is from the Simple Stories collection called Sub Zero. It is the perfect combination of bright colors that celebrates the fun of the Winter months.  I hope I have inspired you to dig out your button collection and feature them prominently on your next project.

 The card above is entered into the following challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps - Christmas Card Day Challenge
• Color My Heart #322 (Bold & Bright)
  
  

 The card above is entered into the following challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge (Warm Winter Wishes)

FotoBella Supplies:
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collection Kit
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collectors Essential Kit


Other Supplies:

• card base
• card stock (green, white, black)
• black ink pad
• 3D foam tape
• buttons
• ribbon
• alphabet stickers
  
  
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Christmas Blog Hop - Blank Page Muse

Hi Gals,
Thanks for stopping by to see my project for the BPM Christmas Blog Hop.  You will find loads of inspiration along the way from Christmas gift giving ideas to ornaments to decorate your home. Make sure to visit all the participating blogs and then leave a comments about your favorite idea/s on the BPM post. You could win a fabulous grab bag of assorted stamps. (Last day to comment is December 8th.)  Grab some hot chocolate and come along for a spectacular trip!  You can find the Blog Hop HERE.

Here is a fun and frugal idea done by mixing and matching stamp sets.  Try looking at your non-holiday stamp supplies in a new light and get thinking "outside the gift box."

I created a galaxy sky background with texture stamps.  Even the sentiment originally came from a beach themed stamp set.  A dress form is not usually a Christmas image but I designed the second card for a crafty friend who enjoys sewing.   I also made tiny spools near the doll's hands to accentuate the seamstress theme.  I hope my cards inspire you to stretch your supplies and your creativity and look at your stamp sets with new eyes.

A Closer Look:

This card is submitted in the following challenges...

Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge.
You can find all the rules to participate HERE. (Deadline Dec. 5th)

Creative Embellishments December Challenge.
You can find the inspiration board and rules HERE. (Deadline Dec. 31st)

BPM Supplies:
Santa on Sled with Reindeer Silhouette Rubber Stamp
Moon Small Round Line Art Face
Hearty Doodles Art Rubber Stamp Set
Sequin Waste Light Art Rubber Stamp by Terri Sproul
Santa Face Art Stamp

This card is entered into the following challenges:

• Crafts Dreamy Challenge (mood board)

 

Don't forget to leave your comments about the BPM Christmas Blog Hop
HERE for a chance to win a grab bag of BPM Stamps. (Deadline: Dec. 8th)

BPM Supplies:
Mannequin Dress Form Dancer Fleur Art Rubber Stamps
Soulful Dolls Art Rubber Stamps Sheet by Cathy Frailey
Santa Face Art Rubber Stamp
Woodgrain Background Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• ink pad (blue, green, brown, black) 
• white acrylic paint
• red marker
• mini red gems
• thread

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Vintage Plum Romance Card - Dusty Attic Challenge

Take a look at this beautiful mood board by Dusty Attic for the November Challenge.  They have the most beautiful laser cut chipboard embellishments.

 

This is my card for the November Challenge called Vintage Plum Romance.

You can find out more about the Dusty Attic Challenge HERE.
product used - Mini Vintage Keys (Dusty Attic)

This card is also submitted into the following Challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (anything goes)
• Crafter's Castle December Challenge #12 (anything goes)

A Closer Look:

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Naughty or Nice Layout - FotoBella

Today I'm sharing my scrapbook layout on the FotoBella Blog using the Simple Stories collection called Sub Zero. I created an accordion fold mini album that holds five photos and adds a kinetic element to the layout. You can find the step by step tutorial HERE.

Confession Corner:  The final design of this layout was not my original plan. My first idea was to incorporate five small photos under the main photo. I wanted the photos lined up like little Christmas gifts with bows on top. However, the colors in the photos resisted my idea and just didn't look too good with the background papers. Therefore, I had to go to "plan B" an accordion fold mini album.

FotoBella Supplies:
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collection Kit
Simple Stories Sub Zero 6x12 Chipboard
Simple Stories Sub Zero Bits & Pieces
Simple Stories Sub Zero 4x6 Stickers
Simple Stories Sub Zero Feelin Frosty Washi Tape
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collectors Essential Kit

Other Supplies:

• scoring board and scoring tool
• red and green cardstock
• 3D foam tape
• alphabet stickers

The Beauty of Fall Card

Hello Crafty Friends,
My card is up on the Blank Page Muse Blog today which features a nature theme. As a frugal crafter, I just love it when a single stamp can achieve so many variations.  I think you'll agree trees are just so versatile!  Visit the BPM Blog to learn more HERE.

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This card is entered into the following challenges.

• Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge (Baby It's Cold Outside)
• Penny's Challenge #407 (Anything Goes)
• Through the Purple Haze (Everything Fall)
• Crafty Gals Corner Challenge (#179 Fall Colors)
• Creative Embellishments November Challenge (Autumn colors & leaves)

BPM Stamps:  Silhouette Style Bare Tree Art Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• brown ink pad
• watermark pen and heat tool
• embossing powder (yellow & orange)
• orange cardstock
• 2.5" circle punch 
• corner rounder punch
• card base (5x7")

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Snowmen Cards - FotoBella

Here is a sneak peek at my second project of the month for FotoBella featuring the Simple Stories Collection (Sub Zero). Snowmen are my absolute favorite and I have a huge collection of snow people that I display in my house during December and January. So I just couldn't wait to create some adorable cards with the wonderful snowmen papers & embellishments.  Come over and see my cards at the Fotobella Blog HERE.

 

FotoBella Supplies:
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collection Kit
Simple Stories Sub Zero 6x12 Chipboard
Simple Stories Sub Zero Bits & Pieces
Simple Stories Sub Zero 4x6 Stickers
Simple Stories Sub Zero Feelin Frosty Washi Tape
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collectors Essential Kit

Other Supplies:

• card bases (5x7")
• 3D foam tape
• card stock (green / white)

CAS Tree Card - Quick Idea

This is the perfect card to make ahead of time and keep in your stash of cards. By leaving space along the lower edge, you can add the appropriate sentiment as required.  When you need a last minute card, you can simply convert it to a "Thank You" card, "Get Well Soon" card, or "Happy Birthday" card.  I find this design to be especially useful as a "With Sympathy" card. Check it out HERE on the Blank Page Muse Blog. 

This card is entered into the following challenges...

• Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (All that Glitters is Gold)
• Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge (Thanksgiving)
• Creative Embellishments November Challenge (Autumn colors & leaves)

This bare tree stamp is especially versatile and by simply changing the color scheme
you can achieve a more feminine appeal. The possibilities are limitless! 

BPM Rubber Stamps: Silhouette Style Bare Tree Art Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• black ink pad
• watermark pen
• embossing powder (yellow & orange)
• heat tool
• black card stock
• copper ribbon
• leaf embellishment
• gold card base (5x7")

Winter Cards - FotoBella

My first project of the month features the Simple Stories collection called Sub Zero. It is the perfect combination of bright colors that celebrates the fun activities done during the Winter months.  The 4x6" designs from the scrapbook paper pack were used as the starting point for my cards. Cheerful large messages formed the focal point and then quirky Winter animals and snowflake embellishments were added to finish them off perfectly. You can see my fun cards HERE.

Pop on over to FotoBella's Blog to see my Winter cards using this lovely kit.

FotoBella Supplies:
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collection Kit
Simple Stories Sub Zero 6x12 Chipboard
Simple Stories Sub Zero Bits & Pieces
Simple Stories Sub Zero 4x6 Stickers
Simple Stories Sub Zero 12x12 Collectors Essential Kit
Ranger Inkssentials Glossy Accents

Celebrate Family Card

Hello Crafty Friends,
Today's project is a Fall/Autumn themed card appropriate for Thanksgiving or as a pick me up card for someone special who may be having a difficult time.   You will find the complete tutorial HERE on the Blank Page Muse Blog.  Celebrate Family!

This card is submitted into the following CHALLENGES...

• Creative Embellishments November Challenge (Autumn colors & leaves)
• Simon Says Wednesday Challenge (Anything Goes)

Stamps:  www.blankpagemuse.com

• Woodgrain Background Rubber Stamp
• Fall Bare Tree Background Art Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• brown ink pad
• orange cardstock
• pattern paper (plaid & woodgrain)
• sentiment stickers
• clear stamp block
• card base (5x7")

Thanks for visiting!

FotoBella - Happy Halloween Card

Here is a moderately spooky Halloween card with a slightly vintage feel which is super easy to make. I used lots of patterned papers that perfectly compliment each other and tie the card together because they are all from the Graphic 45 kit - Off to the Races.  Even kits that are heavily themed have loads of smaller patterns that can be used in other projects.  Don't be afraid to stretch your supplies!

This card is entered into the following challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (Halloween / Spooky)
• Graphic 45 Challenge (Darkside)

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Visit the FotoBella blog HERE to see more of my Halloween cards.

Graphic 45 Supplies:

Off to the Races 12x12 Paper Pad
Off to the Races Coordinating Card Stock

Other Supplies:

• sentiment stamp - Blank Page Muse Rubber Stamps
• skull stamp - Visible Image Rubber Stamps  
• Halloween stickers & embellishments - Paper House
  

Accordion Fold Tag Card - FotoBella

There is so much yummy loveliness in this Graphic 45 kit (Off to the Races).  I wanted to use every part of it so I made a tri-fold accordion card.  Therefore, it was like decorating three card fronts for one grand project.  Be prepared to be overloaded with roses, lace, and vintage feminine flare. You can find the complete tutorial HERE.

Supplies: (Graphic 45)
Off to the Races 12x12 Paper Pad
Off to the Races Coordinating Card Stock
Off to the Races Ephemera Cards
Off to the Races Stickers
Off to the Races Banners
Off to the Races Tags and Pockets
Off to the Races Chipboard
Off to the Races Charms

Other Supplies:

• scoring tool and scoring board
• 3D foam tape
• ribbon / lace
• baker's twine
• roses / pearls
  
  
  
  
  
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Happy Haunting Card - Blank Page Muse

Here is quick background done using a simple masking technique and blending distress inks.  It is a useful technique that allows you layer your stamping and avoid having to fussy cut a intricate and delicate image like this witch silhouette.  I love those little Halloween buttons that finish off my sexy witch perfectly.  Embellishing really is the best part of any project.  You can find the complete tutorial at the Blank Page Muse Blog.

This card is submitted into the following CHALLENGES...

• AI October Challenge (embellishments)
• That's Crafty (Halloween Challenge)
• Stamping Sensations (Colors of Autumn) 
• A Vintage Journey (Autumn Splendor)
• Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge (Halloween/Spooky)

A Closer Look:

 

BPM Stamps:
Grunge Cobwebs Halloween Background by Pam Bray Designs
Witch Silhouette Halloween Rubber Stamp

Other Supplies:

• black ink pad
• silver mirror cardstock
• orange, green, purple ink pads
• ink blending tool
• silver glitter embossing powder
• heat gun
• decorative buttons
• clear mounting block

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Easel Cards - FotoBella

Hello Crafty Friends,
Here are my second projects of the month featuring the glorious Graphic 45 kit "Off to the Races." I hope you enjoy my two easel cards. I did one super feminine card with a touch of lace and the second one was more masculine by avoiding the rose designs. So it is good to note that with what may appear to be a feminine kit, it is possible to make manly projects from this kit as well.

Find out all the details HERE on the FotoBella Blog.

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Supplies: Graphic 45

Off to the Races 12x12 Paper Pad
Off to the Races Coordinating Card Stock
Off to the Races Ephemera Cards
Off to the Races Stickers
Off to the Races Banners
Off to the Races Tags & Pockets

Off to the Races Chipboard

Other Supplies:

• card base (5x7")
• 3D foam tape
• scoring board & tool
• hot glue gun
• lace / feather
• craft knife
• brads
• baker's twine