Distressed Card

I used Tim Holtz' stamps, distress ink and embossing powder.

I'm dropping this in the mail today -- to someone very artistic and creative.

Jar of Leaves

I used my jar die again today -- this time it has leaves in it. And an acorn with a little sparkle. I used the clear Wink of Stella brush pen on the top part. I colored some narrow white ribbon with my Copic marker.

Someone will be receiving this in the mail soon :)

After-dinner Mints

Last night was my monthly dinner with two long-time (notice I didn't say "old") friends. We don't go to fancy places and eat expensive meals. We get together for dinner, which is a good excuse to gab and laugh.

I took after-dinner mints. A simple tag, embossed and folded. The round tags hold it shut. A quick and easy way to share Andes mints.

RAK Week

My theme this week is Random Act of Kindness (RAK). I'll be posting cards that I make and mail for no special occasion.

I made the herringbone background out of five patterned papers from the Oxford pack by BasicGrey. The butterflies are die cut using Memory Box dies and coordinating solids from the pack.

This card could look totally different depending on the paper and embellishments. Hmm...I think I'll make another one :)

More Pink!

Two more pink cards to end the week.

I had made a bikini for a card sometime ago. For this one, I added some "lace" and wider straps.

 

Again, my heartfelt thanks to my awesome family and friends for sponsoring me!

  

Iris Folding

A fun technique! There are so many shapes to choose from -- or you can create your own. The foil paper gives it an elegant look.

 

 



Musical Star

I created this card for a customer to give to a band member. The black Core'dinations panel was embossed with the Cuttlebug Allegro folder and distressed, revealing blue. I made lots of stars with Nestabilities. I added Glossy Accents to the small blue and orange star and the brad in the middle of the small yellow star. I used dimensionals on the middle star and thicker dimensionals on the top star.

This colorful card needed a bright green coordinating envelope.

Pink and More Pink

I love pink! Imagine how much I loved making pink cards with pink (and sometimes more pink). I am so appreciative of my wonderful family and friends who sponsored me in my walk for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

I found inspiration for my cards everywhere. I love seeing the NFL players wearing pink socks, shoes, wristbands, etc. There is much support for this cause during the month of October.

I'll post more of the thank you cards later this week.

Fun with Patterned Paper

 

This technique uses narrow strips of paper -- a good use for scraps. I cut strips 3/4" wide, adhered them, and then cut them in alternating 1/2" and 5/8" strips. I then adhered them again in a zig-zag pattern.



 

The photo below is a close up shot showing the different strips.

Love the look!

Making Strides

I was honored to participate in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk yesterday. It was a warm and beautiful day (once the sun rose) and perfect for this worthy cause.

Fall Colors and Leaves

I did a lot of distressing on this card. The tag is popped up off the background. The acorn is popped up off the tag and covered with Glossy Accents.

Fall Leafy Branch



A quick card to make and very warm. I love fall!

 

Halloween Treat Holders

Glad to have my technical difficulties fixed!

I like to make Halloween treat holders each year. Some hold one small candy bar. Others, like those here, have eight small candy bars :)

  

I used my Cricut and the Bags, Tags, Boxes & More cartridge.

Visit my Facebook page

I've been having technical difficulties the last few days. Please check my Facebook page until I can get them fixed.

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"Star" birthday card

A cheery and colorful card for someone who loves music!

Thank You Tag

I made these tags for a special order. My awesome 9-year old grandson wanted to thank his neighbors for their generous support of scouting. He will give them each a tag when he delivers their popcorn this week.

Halloween Fun Fold

I didn't post a project yesterday. I was working on fundraising for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. It is a 17 mile walk on October 20, and my goal is to raise $1,000.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit Alexa's personal page.

I'm back on track today with another Halloween card...

I love the unexpected fun folds. This one is a light green card base, pattern paper and orange and black grosgrain ribbon.

Untie the ribbon...

View from the top of the open card.

This card was inspired by Kim Score.

Fall & Leaves

I love Fall colors and making cards that reflect the season!

Festive Fun

A little bit different color scheme than my normal purple, orange and black for Halloween. The light blue ghosts and the purple "sky" background make a nice Halloween card for anyone. And who doesn't love a fun fold?!