Thank YOU, Professor - A Wise Owl

Each of us have people that come into our lives that make a difference.  Individuals that inspire you to work harder, learn more and be better.  Just like the wise owl in The Sword in the Stone.   This past spring, I had a professor that did just that.  He challenged me to grow as a person.  So, when the end of the semester came, I wanted to show him just how much his tutelage meant to me. What better than a card?

This professor always dressed the part.  Every day coming to class in shined shoes and a tie.  In honor of his impressive style choices, I made a dress shirt and tie card.  I wanted to reflect his personality and preferences.  I must admit that I tied a fair number of paper ties before I finally landed on the following.  Either way, it is now out of my hands and in his.  A BIG thank you again, Professor!

Materials:

• Paper: Kraft, DCWV Cardstock
• Accessories: Brads, Tim Holtz Paper Clips
• Fiskars: Paper Trimmer
• Adhesive: Fabritac and a Glue Stick

See You Later, Alligator!

I am currently lamenting the loss of a dear friend of mine.  This card was inspired by a close friend moving to the other side of the country.  Seriously, from California all the way to Washington, DC.  He will be dearly missed and the following was made for a group to sign and present to him at a farewell camp-out...

Materials:

• Paper: Kraft, DCWV Paper Pack
• Stamps: Unity Stamp Company
• Ink: Memento Black and White, Copic Markers
• Embellishments: Self Adhesive Gems and Tim Hotlz Chip Board
• Other: Fiskars Trimmer and Rounded Corner Punch

Feeling Happy - The Return

After a year's hiatus, I am back with a crafting vengeance.  I am refreshed and ready to make-up for some lost time.  But first, below are some pictures from the last year showing some of the exploits that took me away from crafting.

It's been a glorious year but it is time to get back in to the groove of crafting.  Below is a card I made for a friend's birthday.  She's one of the most important people in my life and was a great way to restart my crafting fever.

Materials:

• DCWV Cardstock, Kraft Paper
• Fiskars Trimmer and Corner Punch
• Fabritac
• Twinery Twine
• Self Adhesive Gems

Baby Shower Invites - Tea Party

Recently, I helped a friend create invites for a baby shower she is planning. The party is Tea Party themed, so we thought it would be fun to use tea cups. 

Materials:

• Tea-cup stencil - Created from Google image
• Twinery Twine
• DCWV Paper Packs - Assorted
• Memento - Ink Pads
• Fiskars Scissors, Trimmer, Punch
• Fabri-Tac
• Glue Stick
• Ribbon

The Painted Cork

Hello Gang! 

It feels like it has been forever since my last post, which it has, let's be honest. I've had some major life changes happen that diminished my crafting time substantially. However, I still manage to have a little fun every now and again. 

A friend of mine and I tried out The Painted Cork, which is an adorable "adult" paint by numbers experience with an added bonus of WINE and snacks. I would highly suggest giving it a try. I am NOT a painter by any means and had a blast. If you start disliking how your project is turning out, just have another drink! ;) 

And The Winner Is...

Thank you all for the wonderful comments. I appreciate you all supporting our Fiskateer hop. :) The winner of the craft drill is.... 

drum roll...

Fiskateers - Orange Blog Hop

Welcome to the Third Annual Fiskateers ORANGE Blog Hop! 

If you're hopping along, you should have come from GroovyDeb.  (If you are joining us in the middle, go to www.fiskateers.com to start from the beginning.)  Today we are celebrating Fiskars' signature color, ORANGE.  Almost everyone is familiar with Fiskars' famous orange-handled scissors, but Fiskars makes so many other wonderful products for crafting, sewing, gardening, and more.  Each stop along our Hop will feature different Fiskars' products with a big helping of ORANGE! 

To add a little bit more fun an excitement, I've decided to add a little candy. All hoppers who leave some love on this post and become a follower of my blog will be entered to receive a Fiskars Craft Drill. They are so versatile and fun to use. See the picture below.

For more information about Fiskars and the Fiskateer program, please visit http://www.fiskateers.com/join/.  

This celebration of ORANGE will hopefully inspire all you fellow crafters.

My project is below:

Supplies:

• Fiskars Trimmer, craft knife and scissors
• Memento Ink Pads
• Market Street Stamps - Vintage Wallpaper
• Shabby Chic Stamp Co. - Greetings
• DCWV - Matstacks
• Twinery Twine
• Fabri-Tac
• Burlap, Butterfly and Gem embellishments

Your next stop is Debby...

Happy Hopping! :D

The full list of blogs is listed below for your convenience:

Cindy #4113
Groovy Deb #2644
Jennifer Ashley #6361: *You are HERE!
Debby #2852
Sue in CT #6150
Jean #8889
Emily K #7021
Divinity #6688
Kellystar #6446
Maya #351
Michelle #7586
Donna #6036
Pamela #8040
Shannon #6394
BerylM #6388
Marianne #6701
Judy #5798

Butterfly - World Card Making Day

Happy World Card Making Day!!!

I decided to join in on Market Street Stamps Block Party and Fiskateers celebration to honor World Card Making Day.

Below is my creation:

Can you see the glitter?

Supplies:

• Market Street Stamps
• Glitter
• Memento Ink Pads
• DCWV Cardstock Stacks
• Fabri-Tac
• Fiskars Trimmer

Mixed Media - Name Tag

My college professor recently assigned me the task of making a name tag out of an index card. We are apparently going to be using them all semester. I thought I would have some mixed media fun! Below is the result.

Mixed Media Madness

Today over at the Fiskateers site, Cheryl (one of the leads) is putting on a Mixed Media Extravaganza. I would definitely suggest stopping by and absorbing all her amazing techniques.

Here is my first Mixed Media creation of the day. I got to melt crayons, stamp, paint, and use ModPodge and punches. I couldn't ask for better crafty fun!

Supplies:

• Fiskars - Jenni Bowlin Butterfly Punch, Trimmer, Scissors
• ModPodge
• Crayola Crayons
• Zap! Heat Tool
• DCWV Paper Stack
• Paper Smooches Stamp
• Prima Flowers
• Memento and Tim Holtz Ink Pads
• Fiskars Stamps
• Martha Stewart Paint

Paper Crafters - Attempts

I decided I would take a gander at entering a few cards into a couple contests. No dice but I'm still glad I put myself out there. 

Winter Project using Non-Traditional Embellishments:

Stamping:

Charlotte's Web Mirror

I am currently attempting to decorate our new condo. Needless to say it is a slow process but I have had some pretty great crafting adventures!

I created a mirror out of my old childhood book, Charlotte's Web. It was super easy and is now currently hanging in our guest bathroom.

Before (The Book):

After (The Mirror):

Fiskateers - Spring Stamp Out - Day 3

Three more projects:

Countdown 3, 2, 1 Challenge:

Directions - For this challenge you need to use: 3 embellishments, 2 stamps, and 1 punch to create any project your heart desires, but you can't use more than what is listed except cardstock or patterned paper.

Color Me Vibrant Challenge:

Directions - Spring is in full swing, flowers are blooming, summer's on it's way, so let's brighten up the color palette. Create a stamped project using bright, vibrant colors.

Shop Your Stash Challenge:

Directions - Do you have something in your stash that's still in the package, maybe still in the bow or bag it came home in? Now's the time to open up that new goodie and use it.

Tie Dye Wedding

This is an older project of mine made during a make and take. The picture is from a friend's Tie Dye Wedding Reception. Needless to say, the project needed some vibrant colors.