It's a Turtle kind of Monday

Happy Monday all! Did you have a good Easter? We had a very nice weekend. We went to dinner with my Mom, Dad, Brother and Sister-in-law Sat night for my Birthday (it seems like it was a week long celebration). My Mom and Dad got me tickets to the Red Sox (really hard to get), and my Brother and his wife gave me GC to one of my LSS. It was a really nice dinner. Then yesterday my parents came up and I cooked a New England Boiled dinner (YUM), and then my in-laws came up for dessert. My hubby and kids were exhausted, so they went to bed, and I went to my crafty place, and here is what I made.

I have to say, for such a simple card, it took me forever to color the turtle. I must have spent 1 hour just coloring the image. Did I mention that I really like to color. Of course I couldn't just color the image, I had to color, cut and pop dot the shell. I feel like I pop dot everything. I don't know, maybe I feel like it gives it a little something. What do you think. Do you pop dot everything?

Well, I am off to school and I am hoping to have many cards done this week. I am shooting for a card a day. No test this week (amazing), so I am hoping to get crafty!

Have a fabulous Monday!

Supplies:
Stamp: Whipper Snapper
INK: Copics, and memento black
paper: SU cardstock
misc: punches,brads, and cuttlebug embossing folder.

Michelle, This card is coming your way!

Exciting News & A Sweet Share!

I have some exciteingg news to share, I have just been offered a position with the Digi Shack Design team. How cool is that? Digital images are new to me, but I am so excited to play with them. I wanted to make a card with my announcement, but with Easter being tomorrow, I didn't have time, but I couldn't wait to share my news.

You should definitely check them out. They have really cute images, and guess what, you can use your copics to color. All you need is your printer and cardstock, and you can print them when you want them. No need to have to pay for s&h, just order and their they are. So, be on the look out for Digi Shack samples. I can;t wait to play!

I have a co-worker, who has become a very good friend, and she knows how crazy I can be about my card making hobby. Well, Thursday was my b-day, and when I went into work on Friday night, there on the desk was a card that she had made for me herself (she is not a cardmaker). She did a amazing job, and even researched how we include the recipe for the card. I had to scan it and share it with you. How sweet!!!! If you read this Heather, Thank you for taking the time to make me a card. I Loved it!!!!

Bloggers Challenge: Flowers for mom & Mom-in-law

Happy Friday all!!!! Today's Bloggers challenge was : Any technique. Well, I am having a great time creating the flower pot cards, so made those today. One for my Mom, and one for my Mother-in-Law. These are so fun to play with. The possibilities are endless. I am sure I Will make more for b-days, or mo hers day.


My Birthday was yesterday an I had a Marvelous day. My hubby spoiled me with a GC to one of my LSS (which I bought nestis with), the New PINK CD that I have wanted, an the best of all, a mint Chocolate chip ice cream pie. We also went out to dinner to one of my favorite restaurants and had a awesome dinner, and 2 fantastic Margaritas. My BFs took me to lunch and spoiledd me with presents. KDC spoiled me with a bunch of COPICS, and some EZ mount ( I am always running low), and my friend Paula gave me GC which I plan on buying the cuttlebug with. Am I spoiled or what? I have the best family and friends ever. Thank you all so much for being you! Here is a pic of the ice cream pie. MMMMMMMMM.....


I hope you all have a great weekend and Happy Easter? Any big plans? I have some big news to share with you later, so I will pot again shortly. Happy Friday!

Three Clovers Design Thursday!

Happy Thursday!!!! Today's card was made for 3CT. The challenge was a color challenge:Rose Red, So Saffron, Always artichoke. I believe I cheated a little, I didn't have always artichoke DP, so I used what I had. I have to say, I sat down to make this card at 10:30pm, and I had no clue what I was going to do. so I picked a image I wanted to play with, and I picked some paper and off I went. What do you think? What is your feeling on Magnolia images?

If you get a chance, hop on over to Kerry's blog and check out what the other DT members came up with. Then, head to your crafty space and join in on the fun. Have a Terrific Thursday and happy creating!

Supplies:
Stamps;Magnolia, CTMH sentiment
paper: SU DP & cardstock
ink: Copics, memento black
Misc: Punches,and brad

SUINKWWC35 –PB & J Challenge

Happy Wednesday all!! I made todays card for the SU INK & MORE Whachadoin' Wednesday challenge. I bet you thought I was talking about peanut butter and Jelly, but the challenge is Pink, Buttons, and Just one more embellishment. How easy is that?
There was a splitcoast technique challenge for Flower pot cards. Have you seen these before? There are some GORGEOUS samples in the gallery. Well, I decided I would give this challenge a shot. I have to admit, this was one of the easiest cards I have ever made, and what better time, than a Easter flower pot. I used the stamp set You're Somebunny special from SU INK, and I used a punch to make the flowers, and just when I thought I owned everything, I discovered I don't have any type of leaf punch, so I hand cut my own (don't look to close, theyy aren't pretty). I guess I will have to make a stop at micheals this week (like I wasn't going to anyway, hehehe).

Hope you play along. Please use the keyword SUINKWWC35 when uploading online! Don't forget to check out the SU INK & MORE blog for some amazing design team samples.

SUPPLIES:
Stamps: SU INK & MORE
Paper: SU DP & Cardstock
ink: Copics & Memento black
misc: Ribbon, punches, buttons, pop dots

You can find the directions for this card here!

A Girl & Her Dog!

Did you have a Wonderful weekend? Mine was super busy, but I managed to take an hour to make a card. I am not typically a Tilda kind of girl, but I made this card for my BF Kerry. She is a amazing card maker and a great inspiration, and I wanted to wish her a BIG CONGRATULATIONS on making the Magnolia-licious design team. Well deserved my friend.

There are a ton of Magnolia images, but this is one of my favorite. Why you ask; first because the little girl reminds me of my daughter Abbey, and second, I love dogs and the girl with the puppy is so cute! Love it! Had a great time coloring this image. Practice makes perfect right!

Little tidbit of info: The gems in the corners were clear. I used my Copics to color them. Copics aren't just for paper, you can color your gems, your baubles, and anything else. They dry right up. Try it out!


I hope you have a great night, and happy creating!

SUPPLIES
Stamps:Magnolia
Paper: Basic Grey, CTMH cardstock
Ink: Copics, memento black
misc:bling, white pen

Baby on Board!

First let me say "NO, not me"!!!! I have a friend that has 4 kids from ages 6 to 6 months, and is now pregnant with her 5th child. So, when I saw this High hopes stamp, I knew I had to make her a card with it.

The stamp only comes with 3 bunnies, so I had to paper piece a bunny in, but I think it worked. I obviously had to write on her shirt, but I REALLY wish my writing was better. I feel like it kind of takes a little away from the card. The good news, she doesn't make a cards, so she won't even notice.

Any big plans for the weekend? Are you ready for Easter? DO you know, I didn't even realize that Easter was next Sunday until yesterday. My life has been crazy busy lately. This week I worked 3 days, had a test for my stats and A&P classes, and I have 2 birthday parties this weekend (Happy Birthday Orla)and my daughter's Cheer leading Banquet. On top of that, I have to study for 2 more tests for next week. I can't wait for this semester to be over, 4 weeks and counting!!!

I am off to dinner with my friends this evening (can't wait), and hopefully sneak in another card this weekend. I hope you have a Fantastic Friday and a Wonderful weekend!