Fine Feathers

This project started out as just the piece of peacock colored Soho Subway dsp.  It was so beautiful and I wanted to work up a project that showcased it.  I wish that you could see the gold shimmer on the feather -- it's really pretty IRL!  I sprayed it liberally with gold Smooch spray and did some highlighting with the gold Smooch accent ink.

All products are SU!, unless otherwise noted.

Stamps:  Fine Feathers, Loving Thoughts

Paper:  Island Indigo, Vanilla, Summer Starfruit, Soho Subway dsp

Ink:  Black, Pool Party, Island Indigo, Midnight Muse, Elegant Eggplant, Soft Suede, Daffodil Delight, Baked Brown Sugar, Lucky Limeade

Accessories:  Big Shot, Apothecary Accents framelits, Ticket-Corner punch, Summer Starfruit stitched satin ribbon, brads, gold Smooch spray, gold Smooch accent ink, sponges, Aquapainter, Dimensionals

Modern Mosaic folder!

I love the new Modern Mosaic folder!  It's such a classic and timeless look.  I also used the new Mosaic punch on the Soho Subway dsp to create the mosaic shapes.  I love how all these new products work together.

All products are SU!, unless otherwise noted.

Stamps:  Word Play

Paper:  Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe, Vanilla, Soho Subway dsp

Ink:  Early Espresso

Accessories:  Big Shot, Modern Mosaic folder, Apothecary Accents framelits, Mosaic punch, Early Espresso waffle-weave satin ribbon, Tangerine Tango Sycamore Street 1/4" ribbon, Basic Pearl jewels, Dimensionals, brads

Postage Collection!

I love this set for all the fabulous vintage images.  Many of these images are from retired sets, so I still get to play with them!

Another fun thing about this card is that I could use my favorite retired punch again -- my beloved Ticket-Corner punch!  I've been busy putting together my submission for SU's Artisan Award, so my poor punch had to get all dusty.

All materials are SU!, unless otherwise noted.

Stamps:  Postage Collection, Daydream Medallions

Paper:  Always Artichoke, Early Espresso, Vanilla, Soho Subway dsp

Ink:  Black, Lucky Limeade, Always Artichoke, Gumball Green, More Mustard, Daffodil Delight, Soft Suede, Calypso Coral, Cajun Craze

Accessories:  Big Shot, Floral Frames framelits, Ticket Corner punch, 1" Circle punch, Soda Pop Tops, Basic Pearl jewels, brads, Always Artichoke seam binding, Early Espresso waffle satin ribbon, Dimensionals, Aquapainter, sponges

May 2013 Paper Crafters Sampler!

The May 2013 issue of the Sampler is here.  This month we offer a "Tribute to Dad" in preparation for Father's Day!For all those hours of coaching soccer, helping with the remote and general day-to-day guy stuff -- here is to the men in our lives.

Projects in the Father's Day Sampler contain masculine ideas for both cards and 3-D items perfect for Dad!

NEW Wildflower Meadow!

I love this new background stamp, Wildflower Meadow!  There is a matching embossing folder to go with this, but I liked the watercolor-like look after I stamped this out on white card stock that I was afraid to mess with it.  Instead, I popped up the two large Pretty in Pink/Rose Red flowers on Dimensionals and made a small Daffodil Delight flower with the Simply Pressed molds and clay.  I can already tell that I'm going to love that stuff!  A hint once you've pressed your colored clay into the molds -- put the molds in the freezer for about an hour.  It makes it easier to pop out the flower without changing their shape.

All products used were Stampin' Up!, unless otherwise noted.

Stamps:  Wildflower Meadow

Paper:  Wisteria Wonder, White, Strawberry Slush

Ink:  Pool Party, Pretty in Pink, Rose Red, Daffodil Delight, More Mustard, Wisteria Wonder, Lucky Limeade, Garden Green, Soft Suede, Early Espresso, Riding Hood Red, Tangerine Tango

Accessories:  Ticket-Corner punch, Basic Pearl jewels, Dimensionals, Buttons & Blossoms Simply Pressed molds, Simply Pressed Clay

I haven't been posting much because....

Congratulations to Ellie & Raimond for winning the HITS Culpeper M&S Children's Jumper Classic on April 21, 2013!

NEW Label Love!

Here's my first attempt with Label Love and the Gingham Garden dsp. Love the new colors! The new Gingham Garden dsp and washi tapes are very cool, as well.  I love the fresh look of Strawberry Slush and Pistachio Pudding together, too.

All products are Stampin' Up!, unless otherwise noted.

Stamps:  Label Love, Papillon Potpourri

Paper:  Pistachio Pudding, White, Strawberry Slush, Gingham Garden dsp

Ink:  Strawberry Slush, Pistachio Pudding

Accessories:  Big Shot, Window Frame framelits, Artisan Label punch, Ticket-Corner punch, Bitty Butterfly punch, Gingham Garden washi tape, Basic Pearl jewels Dimensionals

Stampin' Up Regional in Baltimore, MD!

It's been so long since I've had time to post here.  I've been madly working on swaps for the Stampin' Up Regional in Baltimore, Maryland, as well as my other commitments, and just haven't had the time to work on anything personal.

Going to Regionals was really a terrific experience -- so many gorgeous swaps and samples to look at!  The new goodies that we got to have a sneak peek at are really exciting.  I can't tell you about them but, trust me, you're going to love them!!