Blended Thoughts....

Hello and Happy Thursday Everyone! I'm back in Business! YAY!  My Computer is running like it's suppose too! My Son left yesterday - (Inserting Sad Face) It was bitter sweet, and we hope he does amazing things at his new Station -  My sister and niece left as well... It was so nice to visit with them for those couple of days... 
I'm also HAPPY to be back to blog land with ALL of you! I did try to leave blogging love for you guys on Saturday night and Sunday I spent time leaving Facebook comments... I was way behind so I may have only left you a comment or two -  If I tried to write on each post, I probably would never get caught up - I just wanted to let you know I was there - If I missed your blog by chance - PLEASE let me know - Cuz I may not have you listed since my  computer got restarted - I lost ALL my FAV's that I saved So, it's hard to remember who or what links I got - :)
I have another Blended Card to Share with you today -

What do you guys think of this one???
Cardstock - Stampin' Up, Georgia Pacific, Bazzill Tim Holtz Distress Inks - Tumbled Glass, Faded Jeans, Dusty Concord Pantile Roof Background SVG - Sil. Store (#46005) Sentiment & Prayer Die - Simon Says Stamp Clear Gems, Butterflies Die Inside Card - Stampin' Up Butterflies - Recollections (Color Splash) Versa Mark Ink WOW - White Embossing Powder Misti Tool

THANKS for ALL your SWEET  Amazing Comments - They were wonderful to read and  I appreciate every ONE OF YOU!!! 
BIG GIANT HUGS  Have a Fabulous Day!!
Theresa

Sweet Birthday....

Hello & Happy Friday my Fabulous Crafting Friends! Do you have big plans for the weekend? We are just enjoying the last couple of days with my son before we have to take him to Las Vegas for his flight - It's been a wonderful visit and we will certainly miss him dearly - But we are so proud of him and his sacrifice for us & his Country! This is one PROUD MOM!!! Gosh I LOVE my BOYS! :)
Any who.. before I get any more sappy I thought I would show you the card I made using a Paper Play Sketch created by my Wonderful Friend Janis -

You are welcome to copy & use this sketch, but PLEASE

give credit to Janis for the sketch - THANKS!

Cardstock - Georgia Pacific, Stampin' Up Designer Paper - Basic Grey (Hey Girl) Pre-Colored Digi Image - The Paper Shelter (So Ready for Spring) Wonky Stitched Die - Avery Elle Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13) Stitched Circle Die - Die-namics (Circle Dies) Scalloped Punch - Stampin' Up 1 Blue Sequins on the flower - Craftin Desert Diva's Sentiment - My Craft Spot (No Longer in Business)


Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND!!
Theresa

Blending Prayers....

Hello & Happy Wednesday Everyone! I hope you're having a great week so far! We're still enjoying our  Summer break & visiting with our son -  So I'll make this post short & sweet for ya -
I'm sharing another Blending card that I created - It has such soft colors and I think the sentiment speaks for itself... :)

I also wanted to let you know - I think my computer just doesn't like me! I thought I was doing really well, then Monday evening... it decided to crash AGAIN! I was sooo upset after all the work I already put into it - I know I will need to get a new one soon, but they're not cheap - and with everything going on this month - it'll just have to wait!

Cardstock - Bazzill, Georgia Pacific, Stampin' Up, Sil. Adhesive LGN Tim Holtz Distress Inks - Shabby Shutters, Dusty Concord,  Milled Lavender, Shaded Lilac Ranger Round Blending tool Swirl Background SVG file - Sil. Store #25442 Stamped Sentiment & Prayers Die - Simon Says Stamp Versa Mark ink, White Embossing Powder Clear Gems - Stampin' Up Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13)

Have a Terrific Day!!!
Theresa

Get Well Boo Boo..... Long Post (WARNING)

Hello & Happy Monday to ya! I hope you all had a FANTASTIC weekend!  I'm still enjoying some time with my son - we are helping him get everything situated before he leaves to his Duty Station - Deciding what he should take with him & what he should just get rid of.... We've even discussed him being shipped out by Christmas time - I'll keep you guys informed on whats going on - your like family to me and it's nice to chat with all of you! :)
My computer is also giving me trouble still - I had to re-download the Silhouette Program and then re-install 37,000 files  It takes FOREVER! - of course, it downloaded like 28,000 files and I had to contact Silhouette - which they said I would have to download  my library from their site too - which I did - But now I have 9,600 files all in one place - which is NOT how it was saved! Soooo Lucky me, I get to sort the 9,600 files and put them back in their proper files I had for them - talk about a task! UGH!!!
Plus we have more family coming to visit before my son leaves and a couple of small road trips to make - JUNE is a very busy month for us - never has been before.. but that's okay -
I'm sorry I haven't been able to "POP" in to your blogs - it has been crazy trying to fix my computer - I miss visiting ALL of you like crazy! I had to use a computer just to log into facebook for a few minutes to post my projects - I really dislike dealing with computer issues - especially if I think I've lost a few files - yes - I think I have - UGH But I will have to shake it off, and move forward with what I do have :)
Not that I've told you everything, I've got a card to show you, that I made for my Monthly Card Swap Group - the Theme this month was Get Well and the Sketch they chose to use was from Deconstructed Sketches #158
I'm also using a Sweet KaDoodle Bug Designs SVG File

Cutie KaToodles Boo Boo Mice

Here's what I created --

I thought this turned out pretty sweet - If you're feeling a little

under the weather, I think this will cheer you up! :)

Recipe for this card --

Cardstock - American Crafts, Stampin' Up

Designer Paper - Fancy Pants (The Good Life)

Digital Mouse Image & Sucker - KaDoodle Bug Designs

Deconstructed Sketch #158

Small Stitched Mat Die - Craftin Desert Divas (Pocket Pieces Hi)

Large Stitched Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13)

Sentiment - My Creative Time (Pain, Pain go away)

Trendy Twine - Black Licorice

Stitched Banner Die - My Creative Time (Ribbon End)

Thanks so much for sticking it out with me - 

as this crazy month continues! BIG HUGS!!!

Theresa

Buttercups & Daisies....

Hello & Happy FRIDAY Everyone! We are 1/2 way through the month already - I just can't believe it - Father's Day is Sunday and I'm so Happy my son is home to Celebrate it with us! :)
As many of you should know by now - The Paper Play Sketch Challenge blog is no longer live - Janis moved recently and is having difficulty with internet issues where she lives - So there's no more challenges - (Inserting Sad Face)  Well... I already had my Projects done for this month, so I'm sharing the card I made for the sketch below -

(Sketch design by Janis)

You are welcome to use the sketch, just please give credit to Janis -

Cardstock - Stampin' Up, American Crafts

Digital Designer Paper & Sentiment - Nancie RJ (Daisies)

Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namcis (Blueprint#13)

Assorted Sequins - Simon Says Stamp, CDD, My Craft Spot

Have a FANTASTIC Father's Day Weekend!!

Trail of Glitter....

Hello & Happy Wednesday my Crafty friends! Today I've got a Short & Sweet Post for ya -
I'm using my Ranger Blending tool & Inks again and made this lovely butterfly card --

I hope you guys aren't getting sick of seeing these - I think they're a nice change from the SVG cutesy Cards that I make - :) And I believe I've got down my CAS Cards now! :)


Cardstock - Stampin' Up, Bazzill, Georgia Pacific Designer Paper - Recollections (Color Splash) Diamond SVG Frame - Silhouette Store #68433 Ranger Blending tool Tim Holtz Inks - Mustard Seed, Pick Raspberry,  Broken China, Seedless Preserves Versa Fine Black Onyx ink WOW - Primary Ebony Embossing Powder Misti Tool - to get the sentiment exactly where I want Sentiment - Jillibean Soup (Butterflies) Large Butterfly Die - Gina Marie (Whimsical Butterfly) Smaller Embossed Die - Stampin' Up (Beautiful Wings) Wink of Stella Yellow Pen White Glitter - Stampin' Up Sakura Quickie Glue Pen on the butterflies to add the glitter Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13)
Have a FANTASTIC DAY!!
Theresa

Hey Chickie....

Happy Monday Everyone! 
I'm super Duper Excited today!! My Son who's in the Marines came HOME!!! He got here late Friday night and will be here for a few weeks before he heads off to his Station - So, we are totally taking advantage of this time and spending it with him - because it will probably be the last time we see him for awhile - :)
So, if I haven't stopped by your blogs in awhile you'll know why.... :) I do have posts schedule for the rest of this month and may try to pop in from time to time - :)
I'm up on the KaDoodle Bug Blog again this week so I thought I would show you what I made --
I'm using Farm Fresh

How CUTE is this???  Perfect to send too one of my Girlfriends!


RECIPE for My CHICKIE Card --
Cardstock - Stampin' Up, American Crafts Digital Designer Paper - Just So Scrappy (EIEIO) Sentiment - Joys Life (Lots of Pun) Trendy Twine - Chocolate Truffle Sketch Design - Deconstructed #7 Dotted Stitched Die - Craftin Desert Diva's (Mix it Up) Large Square Stitched die - Lawn Fawn 1/4" Corner Punch - We R Memory (Corner Chomper) Assorted Gems - Kaiser Crafts Girly Chicken - KaDoodle Bug Designs (Farm Fresh)

Elegant Rose...

Hello & Happy Friday Everyone! It's time for the weekend! YAY! I've had a busy week and still a few more busy weeks coming up.... So my post will be short & Sweet for ya...
I'm still on a Blending tool kick! As I've said many times when I sit down to craft I usually make several cards at one time And when I started playing with my Ranger Blending tool & Inks I made like 8 different cards and you've seen 1 of them already - View it Here

So here's another one I created --

Now... I didn't add too much to this card, because I wanted the beautiful floral design to be the main focal point - I did add some Clear Wink of Stella Glitter to the flowers & smaller leaves - 
I promise you this card sparkles so pretty in person - :)

Cardstock - Stampin' Up, Georgia Pacific, Recollections Tim Holtz Distress Inks - Mowed Lawn, Shabby Shutter, Spiced Marmalade, Squeezed Lemonade, Worn Lipstick Ranger Round Blending tool Elegant Rose Frame - Silhouette Store # 134582 (Altered) Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13) "Miss You" Die - Die- Version Sequins - Simon Says Stamp

Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND!!!

She leaves a Sparkle...

Hey there crafty peeps! It's Wednesday already and I've got a super quick post for ya today!
I saw this card design in the Silhouette Store and thought I could change it up just a bit and turn it into a Shaker card - 

The card frame with the fairies is from the Silhouette Store # 135839 I altered it slightly to fit on a regular A2 size card and altered the scallop frame to support the dimensional border for the shaker element -

Cardstock - Stampin' Up, American Crafts, Bo Bunny, Georgia Pacific Designer Paper - Echo Park (Spring) Sentiment Stamp - Jillibean Soup (Butterflies) I used my Misti tool to line up my sentiment under the fairies Wink of Stella Clear Glitter pen on the Wings & Stars Sequins - CDD, My Craft Spot, Simon Says Stamp Embossed Butterfly on the inside of my card - SU - (Beautiful Wings) Dark Pink Twine - Recollections

Welcome little Zebra....

Happy Monday Everyone!  Did you have a Wonderful Weekend? I enjoyed watching some YouTube videos on coloring and more blending techniques - I guess you can never have too much knowledge on crafting - There's soooo Much to learn!
Today is my day to post on the KaDoodle Bug Blog so I thought I would show you what I created using the SUPER DUPER CUTE and Soon to be RETIRING
Cute Zoo Crew

This really is a CUTE SVG file!

I haven't used my Flip Framelit Dies in awhile - and thought 

this would be PERFECT for this adorable Zebra Baby Card!

I thought I would show you a side version of this Flip Die

And then the inside or other side of this FUN flip Die -

 The Recipe for my Baby Zebra Card --

Cardstock - Stampin' Up, Georgia Pacific, Doodlebug,  American Crafts, Bazzill Designer Paper - Simple Stories (Hello Baby) Sizzix Framelits - Stephanie Barnard (Gift Card Flip-its) Baker's Twine - Stampin' Up (Basic Grey) Sakura White Gelly Roll 08 Pen for the Eyes & Doodling Heart & Stars - Cut out using my Silhouette Small Star inside card - Stampin' Up Star Punch Sentiment - My Craft Spot (No Longer in Business) Stitched Banner Die - Jaded Blossom (Mini Tags Die 2) Zebra SVG - KaDoodle Bug Designs (Cute Zoo Crew)

Leinzlove Tear Bears Challenge #6

Hello & Happy Thursday Everyone!! Today, starts a Brand New Month & Challenge over at Leinzlove Tear Bears Challenge    The Challenge is Anything Goes - How EASY could that be? SUPER EASY! So Make sure you come play along with us!

Here's what I created for the NEW CHALLENGE -

 June kicks Summer off & the swimming season- So I thought this would be fun to share!!!! :)

Recipe for this card - 

Card Stock - Stampin' Up

Designer Paper - Doodlebug

Sun Die - Craftin Desert Diva's

Wavey Dots Die, Wavey Shaped Die - Die-namics (Blueprints #11)

Ranger Blending Tool

Tim Holtz Distress inks - Tumbled Glass, Mermaid Lagoon,

Salty Ocean, Peacock Feathers, Broken China

Sentiment, Turtles, Bubbles - Clearly Besotted (Cool Dude)

Zig Pens - Kiwi, Everygreen, Spring Green, Platinum

Face Stamp - Peachy Keen (Everyday Characters)

Enamel Dots - Eyelet Outlet

White Gelly Roll Pen - Sakura

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Now that you've seen what I've created

Make sure to stop on by and play along - 

Hope to see your there! :)

Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND!!!

I'm so Glad.....

Hello & Happy Wednesday everyone! 

It's time for a new sketch challenge 

over at Paper Play Sketches!!

Here's This Week's Sketch:

Here's the Project I Created:

I just LOVE the papers & Sentiment on this card! :)

Here's the Recipe for my card --

Cardstock - Stampin' Up, American Crafts

Digital Designer Paper & Sentiment - Just So Scrappy (Just be You)

Stitched Card Mat Die - Die-namics (Blueprint #13)

- I used Print N Cut with my Silhouette to print

all the Digital paper out and the fun Flower Sentiment -

Make sure to Link up here:

 Paper Play Sketches

I hope you plan to join us - the Challenge is for 2 weeks

so you'll have plenty of time to create something fabulous!

Don't forget to leave some Blog LOVE for my Awesome

Design Team Members!!! :)

Thanks for stopping by -

Have a Wonderfully Crafty day!!