Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Cupcake Flopsy

Another layout inspired by Julee:
What I used:

Cupcake Flopsy by My Favorite Things
Brilliant White, Frosted Kiwi, and Baby Pink Medium cardstock by Prism
Go Play patterned cardstock by Daisy D's
Circle and Scalloped Circle Nesties
Swiss Dots Cuttlebug Folder
Inkssentials White Pen
Stardust Stickles
Broken China Distress Stickles
PrismaColor colored pencils
Swirl Organdy Ribbon

Thanks for visiting!

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Love Grows

Moving right along . . . here's a card suitable for Valentine's Day:


What I used:

Heart Flowers by Paper Inspirations
Sentiment by American Art Stamp
Brilliant White cardstock by Prism
Black Magic Cardstock by Core'dinations
Patterned Cardstock by Cosmo Cricket
Onyx Black Versafine ink
Rocket Red Brilliance ink
Spanish Olive Versamagic ink
D'Vine Swirls Cuttlebug Folder
Tim Holtz Sanding Grip (sanded the Black Magic cardstock after embossing it with the D'Vine Swirls CB Folder -- pretty cool, huh?)
Long Rectangle, Long Scalloped Rectangle and Ribbon Tag Trio Nesties
Fine-tip black pen
Black Grosgrain Ribbon

Thanks for stopping by today!

Friday, December 26, 2008

I Don't Wanna Count It

Yep . . .it's time for me to do inventory again . . .and the less I have to count, the better!

Sooooo . . . there's a Year End Clearance Sale happening at our online store with savings up to 60%! Quantities are limited, so get your orders in early!

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Thursday, December 25, 2008

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday! May it be filled with family, friends, love and chocolate!

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

My Favorite Things

Finally getting around to showing samples provided by My Favorite Things . . .
I'm really liking these stamps!

Monday, December 22, 2008

Thanks a Bunch

A pretty quick and easy card:

Bunch . . . bananas . . .get it? I love this paper! And it goes perfectly with all those Changito stamps that have made their way into my studio at home . . .
What I used:
Changito the Monkey by Stampendous
Onyx Black Versafine ink
Brilliant White, Stormy Dark, and Intense Yellow cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Daisy D's
Oval Nesties
Red Grosgrain ribbon
PrismaColor colored pencils

Thanks for stopping by today!

Saturday, December 20, 2008

Happy New Year!

I know I said this before, but whenever I'm stuck and find myself unable to create, I head on over to Poetic Artistry.

Julee has amazing sketches and lots of inspiration (not to mention some great stamps!) . . . seriously, the next time you need a little kickstart, go over there.

Here's a card that was inspired by one of her Mojo Monday sketches:
What I used:

Penguin stamp by The Cat's Pajamas
Sentiment stamp by Hero Arts
Star Swirl stamp by Impression Obsession
Onyx Black Versafine ink
Brilliant White, Frosted, Vibrant and Intense Teal cardstock by Prism
Dippety Do Dots patterned cardstock by Sassafras Lass
Star Nesties
PrismaColor colored pencils

Thanks for stopping by!

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

New Magenta!

Wa-hooo! New images from Magenta have arrived! Okay, the images are actually by Crafty Individuals, but Magenta manufactures the stamps . . .


Click here to see the rest!

Monday, December 15, 2008

Hero Arts 2009 Catalog Debut!

Yippee!! The new images are now available for order! Click here to go get 'em!

Thursday, December 11, 2008

New Stuff!

Yahoo! It's here! The NEW Metallic Crackle Paint (and Picket Fence) from Tim Holtz has arrived!
And . . .cute cute cute cardstock from DaisyD's has arrived!
And . . . Cupcake Flopsy from My Favorite Things has arrived! He is soooooo cute!

And . . . the Hero Arts 2009 Catalog Debut is coming! Stay tuned . . .the new images will be available for order on or about Dec. 15th!

Tuesday, December 09, 2008

Twiggy Tree

A fairly quick and easy card:

What I used:

Stamps by Impression Obsession
Suede Brown Light cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Amuse
Rich Cocoa Memento ink

Thanks for visiting today!

Sunday, December 07, 2008

It's A Little Box

. . . and it's hard to see that in the picture . . .
What I used:

Stamp by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White and Classic Red cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Amuse
Classic Circle and Scalloped Circle Nesties
Swirl Organdy Ribbon
PrismaColor colored pencils

Thanks for stopping by!

Friday, December 05, 2008

A Tribute to Maggie

One month ago today, our Sweet Maggie crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. We miss her so much. It took a few weeks before I could look through her pictures, but I wanted to make something for her. . . so I made this:


You can see each individual page by scrolling down. If you'd like to read The Story of Maggie and our lives with her, you can do so by clicking here. (it's a long read)

What I used:

Lacing Card Kit, Chipboard Buttons, & Chemistry Paper Crafting Kit by Cosmo Cricket
Vintage Photo Distress Ink
Classic Oval and Scalloped Oval Nesties
Grungeboard
Acrylic Paint
Ribbons, buttons and flowers from my stash
Thanks for visiting.

Wednesday, December 03, 2008

Noel Angel

This is a short, slimline card measuring 3" x 5.5". I created the card to be this size so I could make a matching envelope using my Enveloper.

What I used:

Christmas Silhouettes stamps by Inkadinkado
Cloudy Blue, Sailboat Blue, and Denim Adirondack Pigment ink pads
Brilliant White and Twilight Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by DaisyD's
Swirl Organdy Ribbon
Silver brad

Thanks for visiting!

Monday, December 01, 2008

Changito Elf

Love this little monkey! This was a pretty quick and easy card:

What I used:

Changito Elf by Stampendous
Merry Merry by American Art Stamp
Brilliant White, Cream Puff and Intense Kiwi cardstock by Prism
Onyx Black Versafine ink

Pear Tart Memento ink
Ink blending foam
Prismacolor pencils
Red Mini Ric Rac

Thanks for stopping by today!

Saturday, November 29, 2008

Holly Christmas

Ya know, it never even occurred that I could stamp directly on Grungeboard until I saw it on Tim Holtz' blog! Here's a quick card:

What I used:

Christmas Silhouettes by Inkadinkado
Cream Puff, Crabapple Dark and Sage Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Cosmo Cricket
Bottle & Cranberry Adirondack Pigment inks
Desert Sand Memento ink
Grungeboard Basics - Stripes
Tim Holtz' Paper Distresser
Tim Holtz' Design Ruler
Thanks for visiting!

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Happy Turkey Day!

Wishing you a wonderful day filled with family, friends, blessings and pumpkin pie!


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Sunday, November 23, 2008

Gingerbread Cookie

Here's a Gatefold card I made:
What I used:

Gingerbread Man stamp by American Art Stamp
Brilliant White and Suede Brown Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
Broken China Distress ink
Classic & Scalloped Rectangle Nesties
Stardust Stickles
Crafter's Companion Scoreboard
Prismacolor pencils: Scarlet Lake, Peach, Peach Beige, Light Umber, Sienna Brown, and Burnt Ochre

Thanks for visiting!

Friday, November 21, 2008

Crackled Snowflake

Loving the Wonderland cardstock and Buck Naked Ornaments by Cosmo Cricket!


What I used:

Sentiment stamp by Memory Box
Cream Puff cardstock by Prism
Wonderland cardstock by Cosmo Cricket
Chipboard Snowflake by Cosmo Cricket
Antique Linen Crackle Paint
Fired Brick, Vintage Photo & Antique Linen Distress Ink
Thanks for stopping by!

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Chilly Changito

It's another tall card . . .


What I used:

Holiday Phrases background stamp by Great Impressions
Changito Cocoa stamp by Stampendous
Brilliant White, Baby Blue Light, Medium & Dark cardstock by Prism
Bahama Blue & Tuxedo Black Memento ink
Long Classic & Scalloped Rectangle Nesties
Classic Circle Nesties
Prismacolor Pencils: Electric Blue, True Blue, Chartreuse, Peach Beige, Sienna Brown
Swirl Organdy Ribbon
Thanks for stopping by today!

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Hmmm . . .

Look look look what's finally come in!

Yep! Tim Holtz' Distress Stickles!
AND, new Tim Holtz stamps!

AND, new Grungeboard!

AND, Chocolate Box Cardstock by Core'dinations!


AND, Vintage Collection Cardstock by Core'dinations!



AND, new goodies from Cosmo Cricket!

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Reindeer Christmas

It's a tall card . . . .
What I used:

Christmas Silhouettes by Inkadinkado
Pearlescent Chocolate Brilliance ink
Cream Puff, Herbal Garden Medium and Suede Brown Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by DaisyD's
Create-a-Corner Slot Punch
Sunburst Border Punch
Small Daisy Punch
Gold Brads

Thanks for visiting!

Friday, November 14, 2008

Give Thanks

I saw a card similar to this one somewhere in Blogland . . . GENIUS! Create a pumpkin using ovals!
What I used:

Classic Oval Nesties
Herbal Garden Dark, Papaya Puree Dark and Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Amuse and DaisyD's
Potter's Clay and Rich Cocoa Memento Ink
Sunburst Border Punch

Thanks for visiting!

Saturday, November 08, 2008

Snow Business

Another card using that set by Inkadinkado! And this card is super quick and easy!


What I used:

Christmas Characters set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White and Nautical Blue Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Danube Blue Memento ink
Circle and Scalloped Circle Punches

Thanks for stopping by!

Thursday, November 06, 2008

a very merry Christmas . . .

. . . in not so traditional colors:



What I used:


Christmas Characters set by Inkadinkado
Onyx Black VersaFine Ink
Brilliant White, Baby Pink Dark and Black cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Snow Dots Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Rectangle Nesties
Prismacolor pencils: Pink and Yellowed Orange
Crystal Glitter
White Pom Pom


Thanks for stopping by!

Tuesday, November 04, 2008

Don't Forget . . .

. . .to vote today!

I'll be opening a little bit later today . . . oh say around 10:30 - 11:00 . . . gotta go to the Polls!

Have a happy day!

Meet Fairy Nick

I love this new stamp by The Cat's Pajamas! Isn't she adorable?

What I used:


Fairy Stamp by The Cat's Pajamas
Sentiment Stamp by Hero Arts
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
Brilliant White, Blush Red Light and Blush Red Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Oval Nesties
Swiss Dots Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Cotton Ball White Fun Flock
Prismacolor Pencils: Crimson Lake, Scarlet Lake, Tuscan Red, Peach, Peach Beige, Blush Pink, Moss Green, Sienna Brown, and Terra Cotta

Thanks for stopping by!

Sunday, November 02, 2008

Polar Bear Fun

Love this set by Inkadinkado! How cute are these guys??

What I used:

Christmas Characters clear set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White and Baby Blue Light cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Summer Sky and Danube Blue Memento ink
PrismaColor Pencils: Poppy Red, Scarlet Lake, True Green, and Black
Crystal Glitter
Two-Way Glue Pen

Thanks for visiting!

Friday, October 31, 2008

Happy Halloween!

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

So Thankful

Need to let someone know you appreciate them? Here's a card for ya:



What I used:

Stamp by Inkadinkado
Spanish Olive VersaMagic ink
Brilliant White, Desert Coral Dark, Spring Willow Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Daisy D's
Frills Cuttlebug Border
Twill Ribbon


Thanks for visiting!

Monday, October 27, 2008

Best Christmas

Another card using the Amuse patterned cardstock . . .
What I used:


Cool Christmas Stamp Set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White & Herbal Garden Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Pearlescent Poppy Brilliance Ink
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
Circle Nesties
Fine Tip Black Pen


Thanks for stopping by!

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Holly Bird

A pretty quick Holiday Card . . .

What I used:


Cool Christmas stamp set by Inkadinkado
Brilliant White & Blush Red Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Pearlescent Poppy & Pearlescent Thyme Brilliance ink
Christmas Red Stickles
Oval and Scalloped Oval Nesties


Thanks for visiting!

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!

One more quick and easy card:




What I used:


Stamp by Inkadinkado
Eggplant VersaMagic Ink
Brilliant White, Papaya Puree Medium and Wizard Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned paper by Daisy D's
Tim Holtz Design Ruler
Tim Holtz Craft Pick

Thanks for stopping by!

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Pink Christmas Tree . ..

. . . and yes, more Glitter!

What I used:


Trees & Poinsettias Stamp Set by Impression Obsession
Brilliant White, Baby Pink Medium, Intense Kiwi cardstock by Prism
Rosebud & Pear Tart Memento Ink
Onyx Black VersaFine ink
The Essential Glue Pad
Crystal Glitter
Circle Nesties
Gingham Ribbon


Thanks for visiting!

Monday, October 20, 2008

Merry Merry! - ETA

Whoops! I guess the picture didn't load . . .or rather, I forgot to load . . . here it is.

I love, love, love this patterned cardstock by Amuse! It is EXCELLENT quality, 80 lb., takes inks well, patterned on one side, solid on the other . . . love it!

What I used:

Santa with Star & "Merry Merry" stamps by American Art Stamp
Cream Puff and Blush Red Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Rich Cocoa Memento ink
Yellow Glaze Pen
Crystal Glitter
Prismacolor pencils: Crimson Lake, White, Peach Beige, and Peach

Thanks for visiting!

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Harvest of Plenty

Another quick and easy card:

Stamp by Inkadinkado
Pearlescent Chocolate Brilliance ink
Brilliant White, Stormy Medium, and Suede Brown Dark cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Amuse
Just My Type Cuttlebug Border


Thanks for stopping by!

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Quick Trip

Please note our retail location will be closed Oct. 17, 18 & 21. I'm headed out for a long weekend.

Online orders will not be affected during this time.

See you on the 22nd!

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Let the Search Begin!

Yep! Today is the kick off of The Search for the Great Pumpkin!

You have until November 16 to find the pumpkins on all of the participating stores' websites and be entered for some FABU prizes! Just look at this list!

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GRAND PRIZE #1 - $250 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #2 - $100 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #3 - $50 in gift certificates from participating stores
GRAND PRIZE #4 - a $25 gift basket from Tinkering Ink

3 BONUS PRIZES - 3 Customers with the largest sales receipt will each win $35 in gift certificates from participating stores

8 FIRST PRIZES - $25 in gift certificates from participating stores
6 SECOND PRIZES - $15 in gift certificates from participating stores
20 THIRD PRIZES - a $10 gift certificate from participating stores

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"something old, something NEW, something SOFT and FLOWERY, too."

Click here to start searching! Good Luck!

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Fall Colors

Super easy Fall card:



What I used:


Stamp by Inkadinkado
Pearlescent Chocolate Brilliance ink
Cream Puff, Suede Brown Dark & Spring Willow Medium cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Memory Box
Rectangle and Scalloped Rectangle Nesties


Thanks for stopping by!

Monday, October 13, 2008

Trick or Treat!

Here's a quick Halloween card:

What I used:


Stamps by Inkadinkado
Onyx Black Versafine ink
Grape Jelly Memento ink
Brilliant White and Intense Orange cardstock by Prism
Patterned cardstock by Tinkering Ink
Orange Ric Rac
Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool
Prismacolor Pencils: Orange & Pumpkin Orange


Thanks for visiting today!

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Glitter, Glitter . . . .

everywhere . . .on the floor and in my hair!

Not too sure what's gotten into me lately, but I seem to be glittering everything!
What I used:
Ocean Border & Ocean Tree by Impression Obsession
Sky Blue & Bahama Blue Memento inks
Brilliant White, Nautical Blue Light and Nautical Blue Medium cardstock by Prism
Crystal Glitter
Thanks for stopping by today!