Cheers!

Hi Everyone,

 

I'm back to share another bright card that is a salute to summer!  One last big hoo-rah before the leaves start to change and all of my paper crafting is made up of  papers in brown, orange and gold :)

 

Once again I inked up a tropical Mai-Tai stamp (#2019-373E) from the set Cocktails (#373) and colored it up with my Copic markers.  I added a mat made from Sticker Paper (#99558) and coated it in Cobalt Glaze Velvet Glitter (GM2015).

 

 

The Salute sentiment (#2016-373A) was stamped after I coated my die cut in Cloud Nine Velvet Glitter (GM2000). It's one of the great things about this line of glitters, they really are that smooth!  Try them, I know you will be impressed.

 

I finished off my card with a bit of ribbon, gems (one of my favorite things), a dot of Dimensional Glue (#539) and Dazzling Rose Glitter (#G1085) in the center of the drink flower.  This just makes me want to grab a book and sit poolside!  Remember, full details can be found in the card gallery, here.

 

 

Cheers!



Circle Card

Hi Everyone,

 

Today's card uses stamps from Sparkle N Sprinkle and let me till you today is all

 about Cocktails! (#373).  If you think it's too early in the day to imbibe, well you know what they say, "It's five o'clock somewhere!"  Besides, the only alcohol involved in this drink, is found in the Copic markers used to color up this beautiful Bahama Mama (#2013-373E) stamp.

 

If you aren't on the shores of the beach right now, this is sure to make you feel like you are.  After coloring the drink I embellished the rim with a line of Dimensional Glue (#539) and some Sparkling Snow glitter (#G1003) to look like sugar.

 

 

The stamped image and mats were cut out using a Circle dies from Spellbinders and the mat under the drink, (which was cut from Sticker Paper #99558) was coated in Irish Sparkle (#SS113) Sparkle N Soft.  I finished off the mini card with some twine and many gems in matching colors. Specific details can be found in my card gallery here.

 

A card can never have enough bling, right?

 

CHEERS!



Proud to be an American

Hi Everyone,

 

Inspired by the recent re-opening of the Statue of Liberty after super storm Sandy, I decided to feature her on a patriotic card using stamps from Sparkle N Sprinkle.  There are a bunch of great all American images and sentiments in the Patriotic Icons (#433) set, that can be used on cards and scrapbooking all year long.

The Statue of Liberty (#3507-433G) was stamped in Versamark (#99702), coated in Vanilla Ice embossing powder (#EP265), heat set, fussy cut and set aside.  Light colored embossing on dark paper is a very striking look.  If you haven't done the technique in a while, give it a try.  I know that you will be pleased.  I used Sticker Paper (#99558) and Liberty glitter (#G1026) to make my die cut star and added the sentiment (#3518-433B) to the center.  My white cardstock was dry embossed, and embellished with washi tape, 1/4" Tear-iffic Tape (#SAT01) coated in more Liberty glitter and twine.

 

 

After adhering all the card stock together, I added my cut elements with some dimensional dots.  Specific details can be found in my card gallery here.

Thanks for dropping by and I hope you are enjoying the summer!



Blog Hop Time

Hi Everyone,

 

 

Welcome to the Sparkle N Sprinkle Girly Girls & Macho Mania Blog Hop!  If you came here by way of the fabulous Anne Temple, you are in the right place.  If not, you will want to start at the beginning, so that you don't miss out on commenting along that way.  There are lots of prizes to be had, so make sure you leave a comment on every one's blog!

 

 

Alright, on to my cards:)! I was fortunate enough to work with the Bicycles (#494) stamp set, so I decided to go the girly route for both of my cards.  I chose my papers and colored up the bikes to match, using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and Copic markers.

 

Here my card is embellished using Jasper Blue Velvet Glitter (#GM2012), Sticker Paper (#99558) and 1/4" Tear-iffic Tape (#SAT01).

 

 

Isn't this bicycle built for two just darling?  It makes me want to picnic with my sweet fella! Here my card is embellished with a flower made from a base of die cut Sticker Paper (#99558) coated in Crystal Ice Glitter (#G1058) and Mimosa Sparkle N Soft (#SS114)

 

 

As always, full card details can be found in my gallery right here.

 

Thanks for hopping along with us, and your next stop is the wonderful blog of Brigita Skopas! 

 

 

Patriotic

Hi Everyone,

Since it's our all American holiday tomorrow, I thought I would share a quick card I made.  It uses exactly what Sparkle N Sprinkle is famous for, GLITTER!  This celebratory day is the perfect occasion to show off some sparkle, don't you think?

I decided to make a card inspired by our nation's flag by using 1/2" Tear-iffic Tape (#SAT04) coated in Fire Engine Red (#G1007) glitter.  The sentiment was used for the "star" portion of  flag and that was stamped in Versamark (#99702) and coated in Vanilla Ice (#EP265) embossing powder, which has a great bit of sparkle to it as well.  It was then die cut and adhered to the top left corner.

 

 

 

In the end, I felt like the flag did need a few stars, so I coated some Sticker Paper (#99558) in Crystal Ice (#G1058) glitter, punched them out and added them to finish it off.

Thanks for stopping by the blog and I hope you have a wonderful time celebrating our country's birthday!

Karin

 



Bloom

Hi Everyone,

 

I have a feminine looking card to share with you today.  It's made with the Spring Floral (490) stamp set from Sparkle N Sprinkle, which has become a new favorite of mine.  Flowers of any kind are so versatile and I love them for cards for the females in my life.

 

Here I used the lovely hydrangea stamp, coloring the image with Copic markers, fussy cutting it and layering it onto some die cuts.  The papers I chose have a vintage flair and I played off the butterflies in the background by adding some of my own.  Sticker Paper (99558) coated inPeruvian Lily Velvet Glitter(GM2014) is what I used to create these simmering beauties.

 

 

I also added a bit of Sparkling Snow Glitter (G1003) to the flower itself  using Dimensional Glue (539). Keeping with the vintage look, I layered on a piece of lace and added a ribbon bit to the tag sentiment at the bottom.  Other than that, it's flat and post office friendly!

 

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful rest of the week!



Happy Father's Day!

Hi Everyone,

 

I thought I would share a card today in honor of the holiday.  I made it using the new

My Anchor set from Sparkle N Sprinkle.  It has great nautical elements, as well as a sentiment honoring dear old dad :)

 

Here is a peek at the whole set:

 

 

 

I made the background using Kraft card stock, the compass stamp and Clear Detail embossing powder.  I think the effect is simply striking! 

 

 

I stamped the rope detail to the border and embossed that as well using Silver Pearl embossing powder and finished off the bottom with Sticker Paper coated in Liberty glitter. 

 

Happy Father's Day one and all :) 



Friendship

Hi Everyone,

I can hardly believe that it's already June,  and we're moving closer to summer time everyday!  While we are still enjoying the last bits of spring, I thought I would share a card made with the gorgeous stamp set aptly named, Spring Floral (490) by Beccy Muir, available at Sparkle N Sprinkle.

This lovely magnolia stamp needed just a bit of shading on the petals.  After coloring in the center and the leaves, I used Copic marker in Cool Grey (C3) to outline it.  This really makes the image pop!  Also, I had to add a bit of bling to it, so I used my Dimensional Glue (539) and a bit of Evening Glow glitter. (G1086)

 

 

I used a a couple of strips of 1/4" Tear-iffic Tape (SAT01) on the center strip and coated it in Citron Green glitter (G1087) for some added sparkle.  I figured as long as I had my roll of tape out, using it to hold my card together, why not use it for embellishment too :)

Thanks for visiting the blog today...Enjoy!

 

At the Beach with Sparkle N Sprinkle!

Hi Everyone,

 

Welcome to the Sparkle N Sprinkle At the Beach Blog Hop!  If you arrived here from

Cammy's blog you are in the right place.  If not, you'll want to start at the beginning so that you don't miss out on anything.  Be sure to leave a comment on each of the blogs, and that will ensure that you are in the running for lots of great prizes :)

 

My first card was made using the sea shells from the set Tropical (#158) and a sentiment from Beach Babes (#473).  I was inspired by all my visits to the beach as a child, when I always looked forward to combing the beach for shells.

 

I used the always fabulous Sticker Paper (#99558), punched some scallops and coated it in various shades of gorgeous embossing powders to simulate waves.  Each shell was also made with embossing powder &  1/2" Tear-ific tape coated in Sparkling Sands and the background was made using those same shells simply stamped in Versamark.  All of the specific embossing powder colors I used can be found here.

 

 

My second card was made using the super adorable Molly(#3677-473N) from the set

 Beach Babes (#473). How cute is she?  I wish I looked this adorable in a bikini...lol! She was colored with Copic markers and I added a glittery flower made with Jasper Blue Velvet Glitter (#GM2012) and Celestial Glitter (#G1031). Again, specific details can be found right here.

 

 

I'm keeping it brief in an effort to move you along quickly to the fantastic blog of Brigita!

 

Thanks for hopping with me and have a great day!

 

Donna Ellis http://creativesmiles2.blogspot.com

Marie Berquist http://craftemarie.blogspot.com

Cindy Keogh http://boyskeogh.blogspot.com

Barbara Bruder www.artandsoulcreations.blogspot.com

Keri Brown http://gotstamps.blogspot.com

Cammy Vietzke www.stampingtime.blogspot.com

Karin Martin http://karin-withaniforpaper.blogspot.com   (You are Here!)

Brigita Skopas http://gitascreations.blogspot.com

 Jackie Smith www.stamping4you.blogspot.com

 Dawn Bennett http://dipndotscreations.blogspot.com

Karalee Ingram http://kareescardsandcraftsofcourse.blogspot.com

Anne Temple www.annemade-anne.blogspot.com

April Williams www.stampwillydesigns.blogspot.com

Shona Erlenborn http://shonasstampingstage.blogspot.com

Brenda Smalle www.rubberroomantics.blogspot.com

 

 

 

 

 



A Friend...

Hi Everyone,

My card today features a couple of stamps from the gorgeous set Shabby Chic Birdhouse (481) by Beccy Muir from Sparkle N Sprinkle. If you haven't seen it yet, it's so, so lovely! Not only does it contain a beauty of a birdhouse image, (I'll be showing off my card made with that at a later date) but it also has these pretty dogwood flowers as well as quotes and sentiments.

I pulled out some paper that I've literally had for years.  I remember loving it when I bought it, and I still do.  It feels good to use up some of my crafty stash!  For my focal image I stamped the dogwood twice and I put the quote in the center for a perfect fit, coloring it with my Copic markers.  I then layered it on a die cut made from Sticker Paper (99558) and Black Ice glitter (G1020).

 

 

The flower in the bottom corner was made using a scrap of  Sticker Paper (99558) and Crystal Ice (G1058) glitter. I love the striking look of black and white, don't you?

Before I go, I want to remind you that today starts a new challenge for the month of May!  You can find all the details on the Sparkle N Sprinkle Creative Challenges blog.  I hope you get a chance to play along!

 

Also, don't forget to mark you calender for May 9th & 10th...It's going to be a great blog hop features all things beach related!  Summer time here we come!

Have a great day :)

 



Use A Digi Challenge

Hi Everyone,

 

From the title of my post, you can see that the challenge this month over at the Sparkle N Sprinkle Creative Challenges blog is super easy. Print out a digi and come play along!

 

Here's my card using the darling Spring Bunny digi from Michelle Perkett. Did I mention that if you use a digi from Sparkle N Sprinkle, you will receive one of her digis for free?!

 

 

I tore some strips of washi tape for my background and after coloring and die cutting my image, I  added some Waterscape Glitter(G1108) to the bunny's tail. And since the sentiment comes with, I can call it done...Super easy! 

 

What's not so CAS are the cards from my team mates...Check 'em out and link up your card right here!

 

Thanks for dropping by :)

 



Born to Ride

Hi Everyone,

I missed out posting this card last Wednesday because I've been sick since before Easter. Blech.  While I've finished up my prescription of antibiotics today, my ears are still blocked and my equilibrium is off. Needless to say, I'm going back to the doctor for a follow up, because this not being able to hear thing, is really cramping my style :)

Anyway, I made this card with my cousin in mind.  It was his birthday yesterday and he's a motorcycle/dirt bike fanatic. I think he's reliving his youth ever since he hit his 50's!  These stamps from the set Motorcycles #284   from Sparkle N Sprinkle (They're on special right now too!) have his name written all over them.  So masculine and perfect that it was sheer joy creating with them.

I stamped the image in Versamark,  embossed it with Black Detail Embossing Powder #EP171 and fussy cut it, adding it on top of my die cuts.

 

 

The center border was made from Sticker Paper #99558 and Black Suede Velvet Glitter #2009.  Full card details can be seen in the gallery here.  And if you haven't seen what's new in the store, just click here...Awesome new sets to be had. Trust me ;)

Thanks for stopping by today and stay well!

 



Anything but a Card Blog Hop

Hi Everyone,

 

Today is the day for the "Anything but a Card" blog hop with Sparkle N Sprinkle!  You should have come here by way of Brigita, but if you didn't, start at the beginning, so you don't miss out on commenting along the way!  Lots of great prizes to be had :)

 

I've been seeing many projects around Pinterest that feature paint chips, (You know, those strips of paint samples from the store?) so I used those as a theme in today's projects. I just love the gradient colors on them :)

 

First off I have a bookmark to show you.  I simply cut off the paint numbers from the one side, punched a hole at the top for the ribbon and rounded the corners at the top Then I chose my stamps, Blossoms to Go (#444S) and stamped them in Versamark(#712353310018) and Black Detail Embossing Powder(#EP171)

 

 

I added a few gems to finish it off. Quick, easy and super cute. My kinda project :)

 

 

 The next project is a scrapbook page using a photo from last October.  I love autumn and all the gorgeous colors that time of year.  It's what I think of when I see these beautiful colors in the Velvet Glitter line.  Specifically Tiger Orange (#GM2003), Goldenrod (#GM2006), and Luau Green (#GM2004).  I die cut these leaves from Sticker Paper (#99558), sprinkled them with glitter and then dry embossed.  It turned out even better than I dared to hope :)

 

Here is a look at the paint chip I used to embellish my page and I used the same glitters and sticker paper to spell out the word Autumn on my page.
 

 

 The sentiment and flourish from the above photo both come from the stamp set Autumn Swirl (#410)and I used some Bronze Splendor (#G1012) glitter in my die cut layers.
 

 

As always, full details can be found in my card gallery.

 Thanks for peeking in today.  This hop is a fun one, lots more surprises along the way.  Next up is Cammy! 

Enjoy!

 

 

Tulips

Hi Everyone,

I'm sharing my embossed tulip card with you today.  It's made with the gorgeous Tulips (491S) set that was recently released at Sparkle N Sprinkle.  It's a wonderful stamp set that's perfect for this time of year.  I was in a hurry when I went to make this card, so I decided not to stamp and color the image with my Copic markers as I typically do.  Instead,  I stamped the tulips in Versamark and embossed them in White Detail embossing powder.  When done this way on a dark card stock, the effect is stunning. The detail on the flowers is simply beautiful.

 

 

The sentiment was embossed as well using Red Apple embossing powder.  It was then layered onto die cut Sticker Paper coated in Meadow Spark glitter.

I hope I reminded you, that even open lined images look lovely using the simple embossing technique...And as always, you can check out my card gallery here.

Have a great day!

Blog Hop Time

 Hi Everyone,

 

It's Sparkle N Sprinkle's "My Favorite Technique" blog hop, and I'm thrilled to show off my cards.  First off, you should have come here by way of Barbara, so if you didn't, please start here so you don't miss out commenting on anyone in the hop.  That way you will be sure to be in the drawing for a number of fantastic prizes :)

 

Both of my cards today feature Paper Piecing.  While I don't know if it's my favorite technique of all time, it sure is one that I enjoy doing because I really love the end result.  

 

Here I used some of my background paper on the bunny's dress.  I think it really pulls the whole card together.  I also added a die cut flower made from Sticker Paper (99558) and Shell Pink (#G1022) and Evening Glow (#G1086) Glitters, along with a

1/2 strip of Tear-iffic Tape(#SAT04). The bunny is from the set

Star Bunnies (#214) and she's such a cutie!

 

 

 I just loved each and every bunny in that stamp set, that I had a hard time choosing a favorite, so I just went ahead and made a second card with a different stamp from the same set.  This time I paper pieced the dress using Sticker Paper (99558) coated in Cloud Nine Velvet Glitter (#GM2000) and colored it with a Copic marker to match my patterned papers.  The sentiments for both of these cards came from the set Just for You (#444s)

 

 

As always, step by step details for both cards can be found in my gallery here.

 

 Thanks for doing the "bunny" hop to my blog.  Next up is the always fabulous Jackie, and I'm so excited to see what's she's made myself :)  Have a great day and the entire list is below, just in case there is a hiccup along the way!

 

 

 

Marie Berquist http://craftemarie.blogspot.com

Dawn Bennett http://dipndotscreations.blogspot.com

Cammy Vietzke www.stampingtime.blogspot.com

Barbara Bruder www.artandsoulcreations.blogspot.com

Karin Martin http://karin-withaniforpaper.blogspot.com

Jackie Smith www.stamping4you.blogspot.com

Julie Zippel http://backtobasicsandbeyond.blogspot.com

Shanna Shands http://scsdesigns.blogspot.com

April Williams www.stampwillydesigns.blogspot.com

Brigita Skopas http://gitascreations.blogspot.com

Shona Erlenborn http://shonasstampingstage.blogspot.com

Anne Temple www.annemade-anne.blogspot.com

Karalee Ingram http://kareescrdsandcraftsofcourse.blogspot.com

Brenda Smalle www.rubberroomantics.blogspot.com

Beach Babe

Hi Everyone,

 

Can you tell I'm ready for summer?  I'm totally by passing spring and heading for the middle of July with today's card...lol! Unless you're one of the lucky few who live in the south and see this type of weather on a regular basis.  Know that I sure do envy you!

 

Anyway, I was recently stamping with the stamp set Beach Babes (#473).  It's full of cute, no SUPER cute gals frolicking at the beach and just enjoying sunshine in general.  I made this card with this month's challenge at the Sparkle N Sprinkle Challenge Blog in mind.  It was an easy one...Anything Goes with Glitter!

 

 

I used Dimensional Glue (#539) and Sparkling Snow glitter (#G1003) to highlight the waves on my dry embossed background and colored this adorable gal with my Copic markers.

 

 

 

 

All of the specific card details can be found in my gallery right here, and I hope to see your glittery card entered over at the challenge blog! Also, next week is our next blog hop, so mark your calenders for that.  The team has been hard at work getting ready to inspire you with their favorite techniques!  You won't want to miss out :)

May your day be warm and sunny!



Life is Better at the Beach

 

Hi Everyone,

 

I have a simple card to share today.  I'm so over the cold, grey weather around here, so I thought I'd cheer myself up with a beach themed creation.  I made it for the new challenge at the Sparkle N Sprinkle challenge blog.  It's a month long challenge and the theme this month is Anything Goes with Glitter.  How easy is that?  My kinda challenge :)

 

My focal sentiment comes from the set Beach Babes(# 473) by Michelle Perkett and I used some Sparkle N Soft in Sparkling Sands (SS118) and Velvet glitter in Jasper Blue (GM2012) on my die cuts. Using Sticker Paper (99558) makes applying glitter to anything so easy. If you want any more specifics on my card, you can find them in my card gallery at Sparkle N Sprinkle.

 

 

If you play along in our challenge using a Sparkle N Sprinkle stamp (rubber or digi), you will receive a digi stamp, just for participating.  I hope  that you will find the time to join us.  All the details and to link up your card can be found by clicking here. 

 

Hope you have a happy weekend!



Oh, Happy Spring!

Hi Everyone,

 

Are you ready for spring?  I know I am.  And even if it's winter out my window, I'm moving  on to the next season, even if it's only via my card making.

 

This card features a digi from Michelle Perkett.  A darling bunny and sentiment named Oh Happy Spring (Digi080).  Isn't she sweet?  I colored her with Copic markers and cut it out with a Round Nestie.  Then I used some  Brushable Glue (540) and added some Sparkle N Soft in Sparkling Sands (SS118) (and a bit of  PinkSpirit (SS108) in the ear) to that cute bunny rabbit.  I could have used plain flock, but why do that when the glittery variety is available...lol :)

 

 

However, I didn't stop there and added some Snow White Flock (FL101) to her tail, to make that soft too.

 

 Remember that full details can be found right here, in my card gallery at Sparkle N Sprinkle.

 

Thanks for stopping by and here's hoping your day is warm and sunny!

 

Monochromatic Blog Hop

 Hi Everyone,

Welcome to the Sparkle N Sprinkle Blog Hop! The theme for this hop is monochrome, so let's get right to it.  You should have arrived from Shona's blog, but if you didn't, please start here so that you can comment on every one's blog, and be in the running for some great prizes!  Woo- Hoo!
 

 

Both of my cards today feature digis from Michelle Perkett.  Sparkle N Sprinkle carries her designs, many of which come in both rubber and digital :)

 

This first card is super simple.  I printed out the Bloom, Grow Live digi and changed the ink color to a pink in Microsoft Word.  I then added glitter and colored only the butterfly and cut the image out with my Nestabilities die.  I made my backing paper using Sticker Paper, Waterscape Glitter and an embossing folder and finished it off with some felt flowers and gems. I love me an easy card sometimes...lol.

 

 

 Next up, Lucky the Leprechaun was colored with my Copics, and since Sparkle N Sprinkle has many different green glitters, I decided to show them off gradient style.  I added strips of 1/2" Tear-iffic Tape and began with the lightest green glitter and ended with the darkest.  I layered him onto a Champagne glitter covered scallop and completed it with a sentiment from the set Just for You.  Would you look at him...He may be the cutest Leprechaun ever. If he's not, he's definitely the
 glittery-est!
 

 
If you need full card details, they can always be found in my gallery here!

 

 Ok, that's it from me, but you have one more stop and that's our fearless DT leader BRENDA! 

Thanks for hopping with us, and the full list is below in case there is a hiccup along the way.

Happy Valentine's Day!
 

April Williams www.stampwillydesigns.blogspot.com

Barbara Bruder www.artandsoulcreations.blogspot.com

 Shanna Shands http://scsdesigns.blogspot.com

 Jackie Smith www.stamping4you.blogspot.com

 Marie Berquist http://craftemarie.blogspot.com

Dawn Bennett http://dipndotscreations.blogspot.com

Julie Zippel http://backtobasicsandbeyond.blogspot.com

Keri Brown http://gotstamps.blogspot.com

Brigita Skopas http://gitascreations.blogspot.com

Karalee Ingram http://kareescardsandcraftsofcourse.blogspot.com

 Cammy Vietzke www.stampingtime.blogspot.com

Anne Temple www.annemade-anne.blogspot.com

Shona Erlenborn http://shonasstampingstage.blogspot.com

 Karin Martin http://karin-withaniforpaper.blogspot.com

Brenda Smalle www.rubberroomantics.blogspot.com

 

FORE!

Hi Everyone,

 

While it's not golfing weather yet where I live, I know my Dad wishes that it was.  He'll probably be heading to sunny Florida before the winter is over, so he'll get a small taste of his favorite sport before spring time comes :)

Anyway, this card was made with him in mind.  Heck, I don't even like golf, but this sunny little scene almost makes me wish I did !  

 

I used the set Golf-Green Pastures #189 from Sparkle N Sprinkle, colored the image with Copic markers and sponged on some ink for the sky and grass. I decided to paper piece the tree and shrub using the same polka dot paper I used for the background and thought it would be acceptable to use a bit of glitter (Evening Glow #1086 & Cloud Nine Velvet Glitter #GM2000) to bling up the sun and cloud, even though this card is for a guy :)  It adds just the right amount of cheerfulness, don't you think?

 

I've had this golf ribbon in my stash forever, so I was happy to put it to use on this card and buttons are my go to embellishment for guy cards.  

Thanks for peeking in today!  Have a good one :)