Cool Dudes

Greeting friends!  I hope you are keeping warm during this winter season.

 

My boys took their first weekend ski trip a few weeks ago. I packed them up with plenty of snacks  . . . or should I say junk food . . . and made them some cards to open at night before bed.  This was one of the cards I sent along with them. I just adore that little snowman!

 

I used one of the new stamp sets from Paper Smooches called Cool Dudes. It's just darling and perfect for winter themed cards. I had so much fun putting together this little happy looking winter card.

 

Too add some little special touches to the card, I used some glittery sticker dots by docrafts to add some falling snow to the background. I stamped the little snowflakes using the same ink color as the paper. I also added Crystal Effects from Stampin Up to shine up the heart.

i love u this much Card Supplies:
Paper Smooches Stamps: Cool Dudes, Freezy Fellas
Stampin Up Cardstock: Whisper White, Real Red, Marina Mist
Stampin Up Ink: Basic Black, Soft Sky, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Pumpkin Pie, Marina Mist
Dies: Lawn Fawn Stitched Hillside Borders, Paper Smooches Cool Dudes
Other Supplies: Stampin Up Crystal Effects, docrafts Glitterations white dots

Have a great weekend and happy stamping!
 

Game On

 

Happy New Year!  Can you believe it's already a week into January???

 

We had a great Christmas and as for New Year's . . . let's just say I kept my tradition of falling asleep just before the ball drops. It seems no matter how hard I try, I just can't make it.

 

December is always exceptionally busy. Not only do I have the holidays to prepare for, but it's Brandon's birthday too!  He turned 9 this year. The card pictured above will give you an idea as to what 9 year old boys are into . . . video games! Thankfully, he has a good balance between that and the sports he participates in.

 

He was very surprised by the card I made him. He told me this was the best card I ever made! I believe I got tears in my eyes. When a handmade card touches someone like that, it's the best feeling.

 

Happy Birthday Card Supplies:

Patterned Paper: Echo Park Paper Co Game On

Stampin Up Cardstock: Whisper White, Night of Navy
Dies: Simon Says Stamp Happy Birthday

 

 Happy Stamping!

 

Don't Forget the Bus Drivers!

 

Hello Friends!

 

I tend to spend way too much time making really "fancy" Christmas cards . . . according to my 9 year old son. He is my biggest fan and I just love that, but he's right. After making almost 50 cards this year, I started getting a little more simple this week as I finish the last few. I took some really pretty scrapbook paper and punched a 2.5 inch circle near the top and placed in the center a glittery snowflake chipboard piece I've been hoarding. It took minutes to whip these together and you know what . . . they are a little "fancy" looking I think. I was please with the little time it took to still make a pretty card. I won't be posting the products used for these cards pictured above because they are from last year and retired . . . but you get the idea at least and maybe can use up some supplies you have on hand with this layout.

 

I had planned to blog way more than I have this holiday season, but the time just flew. New Year's resolution . . . more blog posts!  Look forward to that!

 

Lastly, don't forget to send a card with your child to give to the bus driver this holiday season. Our bus driver is amazing!  As a child, I had to wait outside in the cold & rain because if you weren't out there, they would drive by. Our bus driver allows Brandon to wait inside the house and if they don't see him coming when they pull up, they will honk the horn. Lucky Brandon! They also have to deal with all the kids personalities and nasty weather. I have an appreciation for what they do. I enclose a little gift card with the card as well.

 

Enjoy this last weekend before Christmas! 

A Woodsy Christmas

 

Hello Friends!

 

Are you ready for Christmas?  I am getting close. The tree is up, decorations are out, and a few cookies are made. I almost have all my Christmas cards made too. I stamped a bunch of the ones pictured above. It was a easy card to mass produce. I think it looks a little woodsy with the tree and wood star embellishment on the top. The stamp set, Be Joyful, is from one of my favorite online stores . . . Simon Says Stamp. I belong to their card kit of the month. Worth every penny!  Check out the details HERE. I have never been disappointed and look forward to receiving the box of goodies every month.

Merry Christmas Card Supplies:

Stamp Set: Simon Says Stamp Be Joyful

Stampin Up Ink: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive

Stampin Up Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Embellishments: Studio Calico Stars

  

Stay tuned. . . I'll be posting more Christmas cards soon!

Thankful for you

** All supplies from Stampin' Up!

 

I hope you and your family

have a very Happy Thanksgiving.

 

God bless!

Winter Trees

We had our first official snow fall last week . . . and let me tell you, it was huge! About 1ft of snow fell. It was crazy. It really made me feel like it was Christmas. I actually thought about putting up my tree.

 

My Christmas card marathon is on!  I am just lovin' this little Winter Trees die from Simon Says Stamp. I first die cut it in Brushed Silver card stock for the outline of the trees and then used green glitter paper to die cut once more for inside the outline. See picture below to get the full effect of the trees from a side view. It's so much prettier in person. I am making of bunch of these to send out!

 

 

I must add, the glitter paper I used from DCWV is like no other glitter paper I have used. It's called Glitzy Glitter Paper Stack. It has a smooth texture, not too thick, and best of all the glitter doesn't rub off on your fingers!  It is a delight to work with and looks so pretty and delicate. The stack comes with 6 different colors, 24 sheets in all. Well worth every penny!

 

Merry Christmas Card Supplies:

Stamp Sets: Stampin Up Four the Holidays

Ink: Tsukineko Silvery Shimmer Ink Pad

Stampin Up Cardstock: Brushed Silver, Garden Green, Whisper White
DCWV Glitzy Glitter Paper Stack
Tools: Big Shot, Simon Says Stamp Winter Trees Die, Stampin Up Filigree Embossing Folder

Enjoy and happy stamping!

Sweetest Birthday

This past weekend my son & I were invited to a 3 year old birthday party for a friend of ours. Lucky me . . . I got to shop for little girl presents! With only having a son, this was a treat for me. I also had the opportunity to make a fun, girly card. I didn't have a lot of time, so Doodlebug Design products were the way to go!  Fun paper and stickers to match . . .  what's not to love? 

 

I stumbled across the perfect saying for the inside of the card from the Stampin Up set Crazy for Cupcakes, and a simple "happy birthday" from And Many More set.

I hope you are having the sweetest day ever!

Happy stamping!