Adorable Mummies

Well it's seems like forever but I'm back and trying to get going again! My family and I went to Disney World for a week - we had a great time! Abby and I did end up getting pretty sick and we are both still trying to get well...I tease everyone saying that Mickey was just too much for us! We took lots of pictures which I'll share soon.

Today though, I'd like to share a Softpencil creation. You might remember that usually I post a Softpencil card on Thursday. Well in October we started posting on Tuesdays...but with my schedule, vacation and being sick I haven't posted anything! Boohoo as the digi's are AWESOME!! Take today's digi - ADORABLE MUMMIES

pretty cute, huh? I just had to add flock to Michu & Ratiny...so they are CUTE and FUZZY!!

Since I haven't been creating the last few weeks, I haven't been participating in challenges. I did go back through the last few weeks though to check out all the wonderful sketches out there. This is an old Taylored Expression sketch (TESC129).

Stop by Softpencil Blog to see all the new stuff Elizabeth has plus the wonderful SALE that is going on! Thanks so much for stopping by!!

For You...Softpencil Thursday!

First off let me thank everyone who participated in our BLOG HOP last week! I hope you enjoyed it and in case you missed it, the winners are all posted on the Softpencil Blog HERE. The lucky winner from my blog is #19 PAPER TAILS!! CONGRATS - you win the beautiful LILLY!!

Today I have a creation using one of Elizabeth's newest images - FLOWERS FOR MY BUNNY MOM. Such a cute image!

I used Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge #112 (TESC112) for the layout - LOVE it!! It's a great sketch to use scraps which we all know I have a ton of!! Here is a close up of the sweet image

I added Stickles to the flowers (actually remembered this time). They weren't dry when I took the picture so they aren't too sparkly yet. I used my pencils and OMS to color the image - I really enjoy coloring that way. SO RELAXING!

Want to get this fabulous image? Just visit the BLOG to see this and all of the other fabulous images available for purchase. I know the other DT members will be showcasing some awesome creations using FLOWERS FOR MY BUNNY MOM as well so be sure to visit them...their links are on my sidebar.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Gift Set Challenge #3 - Accordion File Purse

This week at the Christmas Stampin' All Year Long Blog we are doing an Accordion File Purse. You can find the tutorial for it over on the CSAYL Blog which was done by the fabulous MARIA. While there you can check out the other design team members creations...Love seeing so many DIFFERENT creations using the exact same instructions!!


This was my first time making the Accordion File Purse and it was VERY easy to do. The instructions are WONDERFUL! I made a matching card using Taylored Expressions Sketch #111. Here's a quick glance at the inside of the purse:

Sorry for the horrible pictures - I really do need a new camera. PLUS my battery was VERY low so I was lucky to even get these photos! I think this purse would be great for greeting cards or recipe cards. I'm sure there are a lot of things you could use it for - YOU guys are creative...what do you think we could use this for?

I'm hoping to post some pics of the family soon - lots been going on. I've got soccer, softball, playing in the water and T-Rex adventure pictures...and that's just from the last two weeks!! Thanks for stopping by!!

Apple House

Sorry for the lack of posts - I have NO idea where the time has gone! I know I have a lot going on and it seems everything hits all in the same week. Sometimes it's just mentally draining. When that happens, I require extra sleep and usually it's due to the increase in headaches that occur. This week has been no exception! I'm so hoping this weekend will be productive for me. I just haven't had the desire to really create though... oh well, we'll see.

ANYWAY, since it's Thursday, it's time for another creation using a Softpencil Digital Image. This week we were asked to use the image COME TO MY APPLE HOUSE.

When I see apples I instantly think primary colors - it's probably that school teacher in me, lol! I used Basic Grey pattern papers and Taylor Expression Sketch #108 for the layout, even though I changed it up a bit.

Stop by the Softpencil Blog to see what all the happenings are and to purchase your digi's! I also want to take a moment to thank Elizabeth for the awesome blog awards. She's given me two and I haven't had the opportunity to formally thank her or to pass them on. I've enjoyed getting to know her on the Softpencil PCP group and through this DT opportunity and she is such a sweetie. Thank you so much, Elizabeth for your kindness!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a Happy Day

Yep that's right ANOTHER post from me this week!! I'm on a roll :) Today I'm sharing a new little cutie from TAC with you. I used Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge #98 (TESC98) for the layout. I don't have any of her stamps but I know she's a fan of cupcakes. I got this new set, which will be available in the new Serendipity called Cupcake Cuties. I knew it would be PERFECT to use on one of her sketches.

The paper is some that I picked up at Target a few years back. The sentiment is also from TAC and is a new hostess set available in the Serendipity. I stamped the image and colored her with Copics. I LOVE how the cupcake turned out. I paper pieced the cupcake holder. I then used Liquid Applique on the cupcake. After applying it I sprinkled ultra fine glitter on it. Then I heat set it to give it the puffy shiny finish. Here is a close up of the cupcake

I wish I could get the sparkle better but trust me it's there and oh so cute!! So whatcha think? Makes me want a cupcake :)

And speaking of the new Serendipity...

My copy just arrived!! Along with it were copies for you - that's right I have them now and you can get one just for you!! They are $3 (plus shipping) and are full of new stamp sets and awesome ideas! There are tons of how to tutorials plus 4 pull out idea cards in the back! It's a steal at only $3!! Contact me to get yours today!!

Sweethearts

Well it's Tuesday so I should be showing you a CAC Sketch card but I tell you I'm just not happy with it - I'm my own worst critic and I don't want to subject you to it! So instead I finished an awesome card for a challenge on PCP in the Pink Cat Studio group that I'm going to share. Janna issued the first DT challenge which was to create a card with four elements and the four elements have to spell LOVE. I'm just in love with the Lily & Billy Sweetheart stamps! Here's my card:


My elements consist of the following:
L - Lily
O - Ovals
V - Violet
E - Embellishments

I used a sketch from Taylor Expressions. I've been wanting to use this sketch for quite some time and I thought it worked perfectly with the stamp I chose. I used my Copics to color in Lily & Billy. Here is a close up:


I wasn't sure where I wanted to put the sentiment so I decided to put it in the inside along with some hearts.
Don't Lily & Billy just make you go "awwwww". I think they are the cutest! Thanks for looking!

Supplies: SEI paper, Buttons & Scrapper's Floss, Martha Stewart Punch, Stampendous heart stickers, Ribbon, Copic Markers, Pink Cat Studio Stamps