Easter cards...

These are Easter Cards I made a few years ago.  Everything is by AMuse.  The Kitchen Polka Dot cards & the Easter Chick cart stamp. 

Happy Flowers!

All the cardstock is by Papertrey Ink (Kraft, Pure Poppy & White Stampers Select).  I stamped the Polka Dots Basics Background on Kraft cardstock using Fresh Snow ink.  The flowers are from Hero Arts Blossoms (AR132) which I believe is an Archiver's exclusive set.  I stamped & embossed the flowers in black & then cut them out.  I used Copic markers to color them in.  The Happy Birthday words are by Amuse.  I used the Stardust Clear Gelly Roll pen for the added sparkle to color in "happy".  The ribbon is red satin by Yours Truly from Archiver's.   

Here Comes Peter Cottontail...

 This is a very old PSX stamp that I have not used in years. I was a big fan of PSX stamps when I started stamping over 12 years ago. After doing a little google search I found out that PSX is no longer in business.  Anyway, I wanted to get out an old stamp & give it a try coloring with my Copic Markers. It was fun trying to use different shades of brown on the rabbit. The cardstock is Terracotta Tile by Papertrey Ink & the other color is Memory Box Jack O Lantern card. I used a Cuttlebug embossing folder (Textile Texture). The ribbon is Bitty Dots in Terracotta Tile by Papertrey Ink.

COPIC Markers that I used

Happy Everything...

Happy Anniversary to my brother & his wife!  

I really loved the design of this card so I while I had everything out I made several all at one time.  Happy Anniversary, Happy Birthday & Happy St. Patrick's Day! 

Easter is coming...

Easter Bunny Card -  I ran across these argyle cards from Hallmark & the

little Bunny sticker.  I love the pink & green together.  Super Simple!

Go Buckeyes!

Cheering for the Basketball Buckeyes in tonight's game against Tennessee.  GO BUCKEYES!!

My little Road Trip!

I had a fun day yesterday with an impromptu trip to the Quad Cities with my husband.  I was able to visit Cottage Corner at their new location in Bettendorf.  They remembered me when I walked in & even had a punch card in the file they had saved for me!! 

I took a drive thru the old neighborhood & found Turnberry Lane looking pretty much the same! 

Sorry for the blurry picture.  This is a new scrapbook store at least "new" since we lived there.  It is called Scrapaganza in Davenport. 

And take a look at our rental car - BIG RED TRUCK!  I could not believe it when Jerry arrived to pick me up & he was driving a big red pick up truck with Nebraska plates. 

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY - THE GOODS!! 

I bought some miscellaneous patterned paper, a Martha Stewart border punch, a Hero Arts Cling Background, 3 different Cuttlebug embossing folders, I found a Bella on clearance, a Hero Arts swirly stamp & a little Easter bunny.  It was a fun day for me! 

Paper Inspiration

I just loved this piece of patterned paper by My Mind's Eye called Quite Contrary.  Mostly I loved the row of birds but the umbrellas & flowers are cute too!  The patterned paper in rows is perfect for card making.  You can just cut it into borders & it makes for a simple & quick card. 

I added an edge of red to bird border & red ribbon.  I used my Martha Stewart punch border at the bottom.  The words hello are from Papertrey Ink Mega Mixed Messages. 

Bitty Baby Blessings

I think I have mentioned that this Bitty Baby Blessings stamp set by Papertrey Ink is among my favorites!  I just love the simple designs.  I used Aqua Mist & Spring Moss cardstock by Papertrey Ink to make the card bases.  I used patterned paper from Everyday Blessings by Papertrey Ink.  I realized that the ribbon by Yours Truly that Archiver's carries matches perfectly.  The color called Pool compliments Aqua Mist & Chartreuse matches Spring Moss.  It is a narrow satin ribbon that was perfect for these cards. 

Magenta Style!

Another stamp I have had for years was my inspiration for today.  The flower is by Magenta Rubber Stamps.  I used Encore Champagne Metallic Ink & thought it was a very pretty outcome.  All the words are from the Damask Designs by Papertrey Ink. 

Fern Leaf...

This is a new stamp that Hero Arts just came out with for Spring.  It is interesting because I have an old old set of Hero Arts leaves that I found in my stash that is similair to this stamp.  I was inspired to use it even though it is slightly different. 

The cardstock is by Bazzill, not sure the color name but it is the orange peel texture.  I used Vintage Cream cardstock by Papertrey Ink.  I stamped the Hero Arts fern in two shades of green ink.  The label shape is QuicKutz Cookie Cutter Nesting Label 3-026 (the smallest one) & the other is Nestabilities Labels Trio.  I die cut & embossed both labels.  The Happy Birthday To You words are from Damask Designs by Papertrey Ink & the Thank You words are Hero Arts CL341.  Ribbon is Ripe Avocado satin by Papertrey Ink.

This is the old set I have by Hero Arts from years ago.  What is old is new again...

Fleur Shop!

Pink & Black a favorite color combo of mine!  I started with the Making Memories Sabrina cardstock collection.  I stamped the Fleur Shop by AMuse Art Stamps & added a bit of pink & black gingham ribbon. 

First Day of Spring in Iowa...

Happy first day of Spring!

I stamped Memory Box Nesting Birds Stamp with Dark Brown Chalk Ink, the words are AMuse Spring is Here!  The patterned paper is Memory Box Gossamer collection. 

COPICS:  E31, RV11

Everything AMuse...

AMuse Art Stamps Birds on a Wire stamped on white cardstock & colored with a Copic Marker.  I punched out a piece of black cardstock with the Rectangle Scallop punch & layered on an AMuse 4 Bar Sky Blue Band notecards.  A small tied knot of Sky Blue grosgrain stitched ribbon finished off the card.

The Road to the House of a Friend...

These cards I made for two friends that recently moved.  I used the new Hero Arts Row of Houses & stamped only 4 of the 6 houses using Dark Brown Chalk ink.  I typed the addresses for their new homes on the computer & printed them out.  I punched them out with my Word Window punch by Stampin' UP.  I'm still loving that Leaf Flourish also by Hero Arts.

Time to get out the Spring Decor...

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Top O' The Morning to ya!  I had fun making St. Pat's Day cards this year.  I used Papertrey's New Leaf cardstock for the card base.  I used my favorite Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Swiss Dots on the white cardstock at the top & bottom of the card.  The cursive happy words are from Stampin Up Happy Everything.  The St. Patrick's Day words are from a clear set of Hero Arts called Happy Greetings (CL130).  I found the shamrock stamp at Joann's for $1 - love a bargain!  The polka dot ribbons are Papertrey Swiss Dots & Bitty Dots.  A special shout out to my Irish friends, Doreen & Colleen! 

Green Beer for Everyone!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

Cards from Friends...

On Monday I received all 4 of these fabulous St. Patrick's Day cards from my stamping friends!  Thank you everyone for making my day!

A fun Birthday Card for our niece.  I love the Orange Zest & Hibiscus Burst color combination by Papertrey Ink.  The colors were a perfect match with the cupcake patterned paper.  I used a QuicKutz Embossing Folder called Diamonds & Dots (EF-A2-008) for the Orange Zest layer.  The ribbon is Hibiscus Burst Twill ribbon by Papertrey Ink.  I added a few gem stones to a few cupcakes & on each side of the words.  Birthday Wishes is by Hero Arts Birthday Messages (CL139) & then I punched out the words with Stampin' UP's Modern Label Punch. 

These were the St. Pat's Day cards that I made last year.  The Irish hat is from a Hero Arts set called Luck.

Spring Forward!

I found this card in my stash from several years ago.  It made me think about all the clocks we have to change in the house!  Did you miss that extra hour of sleep last night??

Damask Designs

I just love the Damask Designs Set from Papertrey Ink.  I stamped the large Damask with black ink on Ivory cardstock.  The clear image is easy to line up & make your own background paper.  I added a layer of black on the ivory layer & attached it to a Kraft card.  The Happy Anniversary words are from the same set.  I put a few black gemstones on the card as well for added detail.  Elegant & classy don't you think?

Luck of the Irish

I believe I made this card two years ago for St. Patty's Day. The stamp is by Stampendous called St. Patty Doodles and the Shamrock embellishment is a Jolee. 

A quick card using Through The Trees by Papertrey Ink.  I stamped the trees on Terracotta Tile cardstock with black ink & embossed them.  I used Terracotta Tile twill ribbon & a piece of patterned paper from Pretty Pastels - all Papertrey Ink.  The card base is Kraft cardstock also by Papertrey Ink.  The birthday words are by Hero Arts. 

Call me crazy, but ironing was fun today because of a pretty new ironing board cover!   And let me tell you there was plenty to iron........definitely the worst part about coming home from vacation!

Relaxing...

I decided to schedule a few posts while I'm away.  Hopefully this is where we will be today - under an umbrella on the beach soaking up the sun & reading a good book!  And don't forget a refreshing drink by our side... 

Details:  Umbrella & Chair by Stampendous,

Sunshine by Stampendous,

Relax words by Stampendous

Golden Sand Embossing Powder by Stampendous

Life Is Good...

"I got my toes in the water, a** in the sand

Not a worry in the world, a cold beer in my hand

Life is good today. Life is good today..."

Sing along with me...
If you aren’t familiar with the song that is the refrain from “Toes” by the Zac Brown Band.

Details: 
Hammock is by Savvy Stamps, Life is Good by AMuse Art Stamps,
Golden Sand embossing powder by Stampendous

Sunshine & Sand here I come.......

We are off to the beach!  I only wish I looked as cute as Beachabella by Stamping Bella in her bikini.  I'm ready for a little sunshine & warm weather. 

Mini Thanks A Million...

I used Scallop Notes in Baja Breeze by Stampin' UP for this card.  The cards already have the scalloped edge on them.  I used an old Magenta stamp for the scrolly gate.  The label is a QuicKutz die Square (KS-0946)  The Thanks A Million are rubons by Basic Grey.  Simple & Elegant!

March 1st!

I'm thinking about St. Patrick's Day coming up...