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Bring Back Beautiful with Winter Wonderland!

It is that time again. Time for Flourishes Bring Back Beautiful. This month the challenge is The Beauty Of Winter. Think holiday or winter themed creations!

The Beauty of Winter. This month the challenge is to create a winter/holiday creation. Link up your Bringing Back Beautiful Challenge creations here to enter. If you upload to SCS, please use the keyword BBB17. You have until December 31th to enter! As we unveil our challenge for next month, we'll share our True Beauties, those card makers who wowed us with this challenge! Winners will be featured on the Flourishes Blog and will receive a True Beauty blog button to display proudly on their blog!

Here's my take on the Winter Challenge!

I started with my newest Flourishes Stamp set; A Season of Celebrations! I love the gorgeous silhouettes in this set! They are fabulous for techniques and work perfect for simple cards. Mine ended up somewhere in between LOL! I used Karen's Sweet Sunday Sketch for my layout, and I kept my colours monochromatic so I could also play the Playing in Paradise Challenge at Scrapbooker's Paradise!

The sledding silhouette from A Season of Celebrations was stamped on text designer paper by Authentique in Versamark then embossed with navy embossing powder. I cut it into a circle and layered it on a navy Lacey Circle. The Sahara Sand card base was embossed with snowflakes and the designer paper is from Bo Bunny's Midnight Frost designer paper from last year. I added a felt snowflake secured with a snowflake brad, then I picked up my White Opal liquid pearls and probably should have put them down sooner than I did! I added a pearl to the centre of every snowflake and then I created a "snowfall" of pearls in the sledding scene. I think it's kind of fun!

OK, are you ready to Bring Back Beautiful in a Wintery way? Here's a little inspiration to get you going:

Cindy
Heather
Kathy
Iwona

and welcoming back Beate!!

Come on now...this is the one way to enjoy winter. You don't have to drive or shovel. You won't get cold or wet. You'll be able to create a wonderful wintry card in the warm cozy comfort of your studio. And remember to link it up here when you're done, so we can marvel at your fabulous creations...in the comfort of our cozy slippers!

Happy creating!!

Celebrate the Season

I love making Christmas cards.  I love the bright colours and the season, and I love that these cards might actually get mailed!  For my card today I used a sweet mini set by Unity and paired it with Echo Park papers, and I think it turned out so cute!

Ornamental Season stamp set - Unity Memento Tuxedo Black ink - Tsukineko

Copic Markers: B00, B000, R32, R35, YG63, YG67, W1

Gold Spica Glitter pen - Copic

Classic circle/scalloped circle dies - Spellbinders

Holly Jolly Designer paper - Echo Park

Rouge Liquid Pearls - Ranger

Red Gingham ribbon - American Crafts

Jumbo Christmas Brad - Queen & Co

Glossy Accents - Ranger

I made a tent topper card for a change of pace.  The card base is 4 1/4" square, and the circle extends beyond the card to 5 1/2", so it fits in a regular A2 envelope! The image and sentiment are stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black and then coloured the ornaments with Copic Markers.  I added Glossy Accents to the ornaments for a little shine!  Rouge Liquid Pearls were dotted on each of the scallops and I tied red gingham ribbon around the lower portion and fastened a Queen & Co. jumbo brad around the bow.

Are you going to have all your Christmas Cards done in time this year? I have to get a bit of a move on...I've been slacking, but there is so much cool Christmas product arriving daily at Scrapbooker's Paradise, that I will have no shortage of supplies!  Stock up now before their sold out...Christmas items are one time purchases and when they're gone...they're gone. 

That's it for me!  Have a fabulous weekend!

Alcohol Candle and a Happy Accident!

November's Showcase Monday's at Scrapbooker's Paradise will feature some amazing Christmas giftables!  The design team has gone all out and you'll be ready for Christmas nice and early! I had a really hard time nailing down what I wanted to do.  We have some beautiful canvases by Canvas Corp, and Pails and tins are really fun too.  In the end, I decided to alter a candle with Alchohol Inks, since they are our Feature Product right now.  Here's how it turned out:

Products used:

Terracotta, Expresso & Caramel Alcohol Inks - Ranger
Copper Mixative - Ranger

Alcohol Ink applicator & felts - Ranger

Carnation die - Spellbinders

Sticky Back Canvas - Ranger

Caramel String - American Crafts

Pearls & Rhinestones - Kaiser & Queen & Co.

DP Scraps

Inking the candle up was a cinch.  Alchol inks work beautifully on non porous surfaces and the results are so cool.  I used Ranger's Sticky Back Canvas for the belly band...it works so much easier than paper since the canvas is plyable and the edge to edge adhesive ensures that it's not going to pop off!  I bought the Carnation die set after seeing this card of Kim's.  Mine didn't turn out quite as nice,so I'll have to practice a little more.  I finished with some random pearls and rhinestones that fit with the colour scheme, and left it at that. 

Alcohol Inks are the Featured Product at Scrapbooker's Paradise until November15.  Pick up a couple of these fabulous kits while they're on sale and you can combine that with our Remebrance Day Free Shipping on Canadian orders over $25.00.  That offer is good until Monday!  Quote REMBRANCE in the comments section of your order to take advantage of the low shipping. 

Now I have to share my happy accident!  I cut the flower shapes from some old pieces of designer paper.  I'm always careful to conserve paper just in case I run out of the 70 million sheets I have stock piled in my studio.  Well being careful had a fabulous pattern to it, and I couldn't help but think that the negative image created in the scrap of designer paper was card worthy.  Here's what I ended up with!

OK, so this is totally random.  I just started reaching for the little things that hadn't got put away and were still floating around my desk.  You know, flowers that don't actually make it on a project, buttons that weren't a perfect match, brads that I don't know what to do with most of the time anyway.  I thought it was so fun, and it reminded me of my dd, 'cus she is so random, and loves quirky.  That's why I picked the sentiment...this might end up in her lunch box one day!

Ok...that's all I have.  Now off  you go and have a fabulous day!

The Same...but Different!

I have two for you today!  They're the same basic card, but each a little different.  One is themed for fall and the other for Christmas.   Totally simple and so fabulous!  I created them as the Toonie Thursday make and take project at Scrapbooker's Paradise today (Thursday, Nov 3).  Have a peek!

Products used:
Kraft cardstock -Bazzill
Twinkling stamp - Penny Black
Holiday Expressions stamp set- Inkadinkado
Archival Ink - Ranger
Glaze Pens Basic Set - Sakura
Labels 17 die - Spellbinder
Products used:
Kraft cardstock - Bazzill 
Twinkling stamp - Penny Black 
Find Joy stamp set - Hero Arts
Labels 8 die - Spellbinders  
Glaze Pens Basic set (+Yellow from Assorted) - Sakura
Vintage Photo Distress Ink - Ranger

I just love these cards...and I hope our customers do too!  They are quick to make and have a wonderful WOW factor.  They feature Hero Art's "Twinkling" stamp as the focal image, and they are coloured with Sakura Glaze pens, which give beautiful shine and dimension without any bulk to speak of.

Here's a closer look:

If you're in the Red Deer area, drop in at Scrapbooker's Paradise and make one of these cards with me between 11:00am and 4:00pm for only a Toonie!  Plus you'll get a coupon for a discount on your shopping!

See you there!

Alcohol Inks and a Giveaway!

It's a new month so time for a new feature item at Scrapbooker's Paradise! From the 1st-15th November 2011 Ranger Alcohol Inks are on special for $10.25 (regular $12.99) just quote FIAI in the comment section of your online order.

I hadn't planned to work with poppies, but when my flowers emerged from my alcohol ink play...there was no doubt about it, they were poppies! So I thought it was perfectly timed as we head into Rememberance Day.

Products used:
Blue, Black & red cardstock (Prism)
Alcohol Ink applicator (Ranger)
Alcohol Ink felts (Ranger)
Glossy paper (Ranger)
Dockside Picnic Alcohol Ink kit (Ranger)
Sunshine Yellow alcohol ink (Ranger)
Black Lace Trim (Kaiser)
Rub on Sentiment (Pebbles)
Black Glaze Pen (Sakura)

This technique is right off Ranger's web site! I loved it and it worked really slick when I tried it! I created a blue background wash first with Sailboat blue and Blending Solution. Then, you place a felt on your ink applicator tool, and add the alcohol inks like you would make a flower! Yellow in the centre, and Watermelon on the outside. I didn't pounce randomly, but instead placed the ink on the glossy with a straight up and down motion to create the flowers.

I finished the flower with a black Glaze pen for the dots, and a Copic Multiliner to outline the flowers...it just gives them a little more "pop"! The sentiment is a rub on, and I added some lace and a Prima pebble to finish.

Hannah had two fabulous Alcohol ink projects on her blog...so pop over and have a peek. Then you can head over to Scrapbooker's Paradise's blog for your chance to win an Alcohol Ink set of your own!

Thanks for dropping by and have a wonderful day!

 

Happy Halloween

Are you ready for the scariest night of the year?  I can't say I'm a big Halloween person...I don't really dress up or go out, but I love making Halloween cards.  Maybe because it allows me to explore my darker side.  Whatever the reason, Halloween cards are fun and I have one to share with you today!

My card features Hero Art's "So Scary" stamp set...believe it or not, it's the only Halloween stamp set I picked up this year!  I have so many, that I said to myself I have to get 5 cards made with this set before I can buy another.  So guess what, this is card number 3 and since we're only a week a way from the big day, I really doubt I will get two more done.  That was perhaps the most amazing bit of self control I've experienced!  So I guess I won't get another Halloween set with so little time to use it.  I'm just hoping I'll have that much reserve for Christmas!!

Products used:

So Scary stamp set (Hero Arts)

Odds and Ends stamp set (Art Gone Wild Tim Holtz)

Apothecary 6x6 designer paper (Echo Park)

Antique Linen, Rusty Hinge & Black Soot distress inks (Ranger)

Nougat Glimmer Mist (Tattered Angels)

Black Tulle (American Crafts)

Vintage Silver Brad (Queen & Co)

The tree was stamped on ivory paper with Black Soot distress ink and added the bats as well.  Starting with Antique Linen distress ink, I sponged heavily along the edges and moved in to eventually cover the entire piece.  Then I started inking the edges with Rusty Hinge, and moved deeper into the paper, leaving a circle like opening void of the Rusty Hinge ink.  I finished with Black Soot, inking heavily along the edges and bringing it in only a little ways, but keeping the line of the open circle in mind as I sponged. 

When I finished I sprayed it with Nougat Glimmer Mist, which gives it a fabulous eerie shimmer.  The designer paper was also edged with Rusty Hinge followed with Black Soot. I tied some tulle around the lower part of the card and tied it in a bow, and secured a Vintage Silver brad over the centre.  The tickets were stamped on the Apothecary paper in Black Soot and sponged heavily with Antique Linen to age them.  when it was all said and done, I decided it needed more shimmer, so I spritzed the entire card with Nougat glimmer mist again.  I love how this one turned out!

There are still a few more days to pick up some Copic Markers while they are the Featured Product at Scrapbooker's Paradise!  With Free shipping on Canadian orders over $50.00, you can be all set for your Christmas cards!

Well, that's it for me!  Take care and have a fabulous day!

Merry Christmas with My Minds Eye

Happy Wednesday!  We're halfway through the week and it's all downhill from here to the weekend!  Now, we haven't made it to Halloween yet, but it's never too early to start on your Christmas cards right?  This time I was playing with My Mind's Eye "12 Days of Christmas" collection, and I had so much fun, I just couldn't stop at one!  In fact, I ended up with four Christmas cards, all using the "12 Days of Christmas" paper and accessory kit.  I love kits, and I love it when everything comes together. 

Here they are!

I worked the pop out die cuts accessory sheet and the designer paper, and I didn't have to pull out any stamps for this set of cards.  I added Rouge Liquid Pearls, Ivory Photo corners, Clear rhinestones and some ribbon by American Crafts.   There is enough to make at least 5 more cards, and if I add a few stamps, maybe 100+! 

Pick up your favorite Christmas products at Scrapbooker's Paradise now!  They sell out fast, and it's often difficult to restock before the season is over.  With Free Shipping over $50.00 on Canadian orders, you can make sure you don't miss out on any favorites this season!

Happy shopping and have a wonderful day!

Copic Sunflower

There is a new Featured Product at Scrapbooker's Paradise!  From October 16th to October 31st, individual Copic Sketch markers are featured at $6.50 (reg $7.99).  Just quote the code FICM in the comments section of your on line order to take advantage of this fabulous offer!

I whipped up a little project with my Copic Markers just for you!  I used the Sketchbook Saturday Challenge#33, and Chupa's gorgeous sample as my starting point! 

Products used;
Sunflowers stamp set (Flourishes)
Memento Tuxedo Black ink (Tsukineko)
Pink Paisley designer paper
Farm House 6x6 paper - Crate Paper
Layered Arches punch - Martha Stewart
Gingham ribbon (American Crafts)
Caramel String (American Crafts)
red button - Basic Grey
Antique Linen & Vintage Photo Distress Inks - Ranger
Copic Markers: Y11, Y15, Y17, Y19, YG93, YG95, R24, R29, C00, C1, C3
Dried Marigold Distress Stickles - Ranger

The sunflower was stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black on a scrap of Pink Paisley designer paper.  After colouring it with Copic Markers, I added a coat of Dried Marigold distress stickles.  Distress stickles add the texture with minimal shine or sparkle...just perfect for the rustic look I was going for.  I used my latest favorite punch, Layered Arches and tied it all together with some gingham ribbon a button and string!

Here's a closeup!

Be sure to check out what my Design team mate, Kim has created wth her Copic Markers, then head on over to Scrapbooker`s Paradise and leave a comment to be eligible to win your choice of a Copic Sketch Marker!  But you don't have to wait to win!  With Free Shipping on Canadian orders over $50.00, you can stock up at the Featured Price right now!

Stained Butterflies!

Hi stampers! I said I would share my Toonie Thursday Make and Take project...and here it is! I'm working with Tim Holtz Distress Stains doing a background and resist technique! It's lots of fun, takes less than 10 min and is gorgeous...don't you think?

Products used

Classic Fabric Design background stamp - Hero Arts
Find Joy stamp set - Hero Arts
Victorian Velvet Distress Stain - Ranger
Peeled Paint Distress Stain - Ranger
Circle dies - Spellbinders
Swiss Dots embossing folder - Cuttlebug
Butterfly - SEI Pearly Accents - SEI
Jet Black Archival ink - Ranger
Pretty in Pink rhinestones - Queen & Co

So join me at Scrapbooker's Paradise in Red Deer between 11:00am & 4:00pm. I'll take you through the steps and you can take your project home! Hope to see you soon!

That's all for today! Thanks for dropping by...I'll be back soon!

 

Featured Product Tim Holtz Distress Inks and a Giveaway!

 
The beginning of a month always brings a new Featured Product at Scrapbooker's Paradise.  This month it's Tim Holtz Distress Inks.  From Oct 1st to 15th, you can pick these inks up at the Featured Price of $5.50 (reg $6.50).  Just quote FIDI in the comments section of your on line order! 

I love these inks and am well on my way to owning all 36 colours!  They are just so versatile and fun to work with.  My card today features a technique that Chelsey showed us at last week's Toonie Thursday Make and Take.  It was such an awesome technique, I couldn't even get my mind to think of another amazing technique for Distress Inks, I just had to try it again. 

 The vanilla card front was embossed with Tim Holtz's Halloween embossing folder, then I inked up the surface with Wild Honey and Rusty Hinge distress inks.  Then I went over the embossed areas with the ink blending tool and Black Soot Distress Ink.  I love the effect of the multi coloured background behind the black!  Fun technique Chelsey!  If you are in the Red Deer area, be sure to stop in at Scrapbooker's Paradise every Thursday for our Toonie Thursday Make and Take.  Its a quick and fun way to learn about products and techniques, and it only takes about 10 minutes! 

My team mate Hannah has another amazing Halloween card featuring Distress Inks!  You'll love what she has done, so pop over to her blog for a look at another fabulous way to use Distress inks! 

Want to win your favorite colour of Distress Ink?  Leave a comment on this post on Scrapbooker's Paradise's blog one lucky winner will get their choice of a Distress Ink pad!

Have a fabulous weekend!  I'll be back soon to share my card for Toonie Thursday on Oct 6th!