Another Lorna inspiration.

Wow is it hot today. I have no idea what the temp is today but it is definitely HOT!! So what's better than making a cool card. Once again Lorna Rande's photos have inspired me to try and recreate the beauty Lorna has captured in one of her photos. Unfortunately my camera is still acting up. I think I need a new memory card, and my skill is no where near that of Lorna. This picture doesn't do this card justice nor does it show the detail and sparkle of it. However I still want to share it with you.

If you are interested in checking out Lorna's work you can find her photos here.

Card recipe:

Stamps: Pocket silhouettes, Season of friendship, Season of joy

Paper: Basic black, More mustard, Whisper white

Ink: Sahara sand, Basic black, Craft white, More mustard, versamark.

Accessories: Sponges, Stamp a ma jig, white gel pen, blender pen, basic black stampin write marker, gold embossing powder, heat tool, Champagne mist shimmer paint, 2"x1-3/8" Oval extra large punch, scallop oval extra large punch, ribbon from my stash.

Sponging and masking and more sponging and masking

I'm really enjoying this technique and the wonderful effects you can achieve with something as simple as a few sponges, ink and post it notes for masking. Hmmmm thinking I should have a class of just this technique. This little gal is from "Summer by the sea" one of the very first sets) I bought through Stampin'Up! I was sooo sad when she retired. Every once in a while I like to pull her out and see what I can come up with. I think this one turned out fairly well.

Card recipe:

Stamps: Summer by the sea

Paper: Crumb cake, Night of navy, Rose red, Whisper white

Ink: Basic black, Wild wasabi, Rose red, Crumb cake, Baja breeze, Night of navy, Blush blossom

Accessories: Sponges, post it notes, blender pen, dimensionals, 1" circle medium punch.

Lovely as a tree.

Another favorite stamp set, and another Michelle Zindorf case. If you have time to go check out Michelle's blog I promise, you won't be disappointed. Michelle's projects are amazing!! Go check it out here.

Card recipe

Stamps: Lovely as a tree

Papers: Basic black, Tempting turquoise, Whisper white

Ink: Baja breeze, Tempting turquoise, Night of navy, Basic black

Accessories: Sponges, white gel pen, basic black stampin write marker,curly label extra large punch, brads

Love this little guy.

Is he not the cutest racoon ever!! The "Under the stars" stamp set is so versatile and great for all kinds of occasions and projects. Today I decided to try and case a super cute card I saw on Michelle Zindorf's blog. I did change it up a bit and I hope you all like it.

Card recipe:

Stamps: Under the stars, Upsy daisy

Paper: Night of Navy, Old olive, whisper white

Ink: Old olive, Sahara sand, Basic black, Baja breeze, Pacific point, Night of Navy

Accesories: Square lattice embossing folder, sponges, post it notes for masking, white gel pen, eyelets.

Chalkboard Technique & Greenhouse garden

I've been wanting to try out the stamp set "Greenhouse Garden" for quite a while now. Sooo I finally borrowed it from my Aunt ( thanks Auntie Fay) These are the first 2 cards I've come up with for this stamp set. I think they turned out quite well. I'm soooo adding this set to my stash. I even pulled out my Stampin pastels and was inspired to use them. I love the Chalkboard technique found here and this stamp set works perfectly for it.

Recipe for card:

Stamps: Greenhouse garden, Whimsical words

Ink: Craft Whisper white

Paper: Blushing bride, bashful blue, so saffron, chocolate chip

Accessories: Stampin pastels, scallop trim boarder punch, scallop trim corner punch, stampin dimenssionals, bashful blue 5/8" satin ribbon

Recipe for card:

Stamps: Greenhouse garden, Whimsical words

Ink: Craft Whisper white

Paper: Perfect plum, whisper white, lavender lace, chocolate chip

Accessories: Stampin pastels, scallop trim boarder punch, scallop trim corner punch, stampin dimenssionals, ribbon from my stash

Are these not the cutest!?!?

When I saw these cute little Baby critters on Holley Smith's blog, holley's hobbies I just knew I would have to case them. They are just darling and can be used on so many different projects. I chose to do a couple easy summer cards. Seriously are these not the cutest!?!?!

Thank you Holley for your wonderful inspiration.

A card for Lorna

I wanted to share this card with you all. This card was inspired by the photo located here. Lorna has blessed, encouraged and inspired many with her award winning photography, and this photo was no different. When I saw the photo I immediately knew I had to make this card for her. My prayer is that it will bless her, encourage and uplift her. We love you Lorna and continue to lift you up in prayer.

To see more of Lorna's amazing photo's click here.

Card recipe:

Paper: Not quite navy, Old olive, Pink pirouette, whisper white.
Stamps: Elements of Style
Ink: Black Stazon, Not quite navy, Baja breeze, Old olive, Regal rose, Pink pirouette, Creamy caramel.
Accessories: word window punch, blender pen, clear embossing powder, white gel pen, sponges, dimenssionals, circle punch.