Happy Mother's Day ~ Happy Hydrangea's

Mother's Day is quickly approaching. I know it is just barely April, but it will be here before we know it. For once, I'm ready!

Hydrangeas are one of my favorite flowers and I know they are one of my Mom's as well. I set out to create this gorgeous flower using the same technique as I used for the Poppy flower centers. It is pretty simple. Stack the punched circles to form a "mountain" and glue these adorable little "clovers" all over. Time consuming.... yes. Worth it.... definitely!

I wanted more subtle colors for the flower, so instead of using colored cardstock, I sponged the colors onto White cardstock. It also allowed me to get a variation in colors.

Supplies

Cardstock ~ Wisteria Wonder, Pink Pirouette, Soft Sky, Whisper White, Pistachio Pudding Core'dinations

Ink ~ Daffodil Delight, Wisteria Wonder, Strawberry Slush, Tempting Turquoise, Basic Black

Stamp Sets ~ Teeny Tiny Wishes

Tools ~ Paper Trimmer, Paper Snips, Honeycomb embossing folder, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Paper Piercing  Tool, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Word Window Punch, Dimensionals, 1" Circle punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 2 1/2" Circle Punch, Sponges

Embellishments ~ Pearls Basic Jewels, white satin ribbon

Teeny Tiny Wishes

$36.95

Honeycomb Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$7.95

Window Frames Collection Framelits Dies

$26.95

Punch Pack

$16.95

1 Inch Circle Punch

$12.95

1-3/8 Inch Circle Punch

$15.95

1-3/4 Inch Circle Punch

$16.95

2-1/2 Inch Circle Punch

$16.95

Word Window Punch

$15.95

Paper-Piercing Tool

$3.95

Stampin' Pierce Mat

$4.95

Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

$4.95

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Celebrate Sweet Sorbet!

I was in the mood for a CASE tonight. I saw this card on Pinterest this morning and decided I just HAD to make one. Of course I changed the colors and the sentiment, but the idea is all the same. 

Once again, Sweet Sorbet has come to the rescue. I am absolutely LOVING this DSP pack from the Sale-a-Bration catalog. SO MUCH FUN! I have to admit, I did use a few items from my craft-stash that are not SU products. But, all in all... I think it all works out.

Supplies

Cardstock ~ pool party, whisper white, basic black

DSP ~ sweet sorbet

Ink ~ basic black, soft sky

Stamp Sets ~ perfect pennants, misc. background letter stamp, stippled blossoms

Tools ~ paper trimmer, paper snips, misc framelits (from JoAnns), vellum, dimensionals, glue dots, anywhere glue, sponges

Embellishments ~ ribbon (from my stash)

*Wondering about the banner? It is hand drawn ;)

Thinking of You

This week has been hairy, and I'm exhausted so my creativity is in the basement tonight. But with the help of Pinterest, I was able to CASE this cute little card. I've been trying to make myself create SOMETHING everyday. I think maybe it's my mental justification for my need to hoard craft supplies?

I am so addicted to this "Hardwood" stamp, it's ridiculous!

Supplies

Cardstock ~ Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Soft Sky, Sahara Sand

Ink ~ Early Espresso

Stamp Sets ~ Hardwood, Banner Blast, Thinking of You

Embellishments ~ Pearls, ribbon, string

Fascinating Feathers ~ My infactuation

Today has been a long day. Shuttling kids to and from school, doctors appointments, moving hay, cleaning house, feeding critters, homework and dinner. To say the least, this week is catching up to me in a hurry. Come on Friday! Despite being totally exhausted, I decided to sneak to my She-Cave. I was only going to tidy things up, but I got sidetracked and fell into some stamps and ink. Oops! I don't know how that happened!

I think I am on a new kick. After making yesterday's card, I am hooked on a Southwestern theme. What better to show that off than wood, arrows, and feathers? I wanted to go with softer, more subtle colors, so I chose Sahara Sand and Soft Sky. I know that the Soda Pop Tops are retired, but I stockpiled them and need to use them. Besides, they're pretty amazing! I really like how this turned out. It is masculine enough for the manly man in my life, but it's also soft enough for any occasion. SCORE!

Supplies

Cardstock > Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Sahara Sand, Whisper White

Ink > Sahara Sand, Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Soft Sky, Basic Gray

Stamp Sets > Hardwood, Perfect Pennants, That's the Ticket, Peachy Keen, Off the Grid, Chalk Talk

Tools > Distress tool, paper snips, paper trimmer, Ticket Duo Builder punch, 1" circle punch, Dimensionals, adhesive, sponge daubers

Embellishments > Soda Pop Tops (retired), thread, Natural Chevron Ribbon

Finished Size: 4" x 5 1/2"

So Sorry #140: Lots of Sympathy

Once again I'm making a Sympathy card. They are never fun, but they are necessary. This one is for a friend that lost a family member. My heart goes out to their family. This too shall pass my friend.

Supplies:

Cardstock ~ Chocolate Chip, Soft Sky, Core'dinations in Chocolate Chip and Smoky Slate

DSP ~ Sweater Weather

Ink ~ Chocolate Chip

Stamp Sets ~ So Sorry

Embellishments ~ Chocolate colored satin ribbon (not Stampin' Up!)

Soft Sympathy

I am addicted to French Foliage. I've been using the heck out of it lately. I always seem to get attached to something AFTER they retire it. Day late and a dollar short is my motto. Oh well, works for me. Once again, the need for a sympathy card sucks, but it WAS really fun to put this one together. I really like the color combo. Not sure if I'll be able to duplicate it ever again. lol

I really love doing detail work. The leaves seem to come alive with a little marker attention. Time consuming yes, but definitely worth it.

Supplies:

Cardstock ~ Sahara Sand, Crumb Cake, Soft Sky, Very Vanilla

Ink ~ Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Chip, Baked Brown Sugar, Soft Suede, Soft Sky, Early Espresso

Stamp Sets ~ French Foliage, So Sorry, Truly Grateful

Other supplies ~ cream ribbon, burlap ribbon

Mojo Monday #301

I locked myself in my woman-cave and cranked up the air conditioner. It's a HOT one out there and the AC in the house went kaput. Great timing right? Works for me! I set out to create this card for Mojo Monday challenge #301. I really liked how it turned out. I am LOVING the burlap!

Supplies Used:

Paper ~ Very Vanilla, Whisper White, Baked Brown Sugar, Designer Paper Series (retired)

Ink ~ Baked Brown Sugar, Soft Sky, Crushed Curry

Stamp Sets ~ Truly Greatful, Hello Lovely, Gorgeous Grunge

Other Supplies ~ Core'dinations paper in Baked Brown Sugar, Decorative Label Punch

Non Stampin' Up supplies ~ burlap, copper colored brads