Verses Birthday Cards x 2!

Hello!  Did anyone notice on the side of my blog I added a logo for Verses Rubber Stamps and under it I put "design team"?  Pretty cool!  At the Grapevine convention back in January, Verses had a booth.  I know the owner from when I had my store and actually I carried her line of stamps in my own store.  Anyway, we got to talking and she said she was interested in me being a member of their design team for their website and also cards made to send to stores to help sell their product.  I love sentiments stamps and with my style of using sketches, I thought this would be a perfect match.  The first two cards that I will sending them, I have, to show you today.  These two were also made for a requested order for a church friend.  So, I made two sets of cards.  My church friend loved them, hopefully Verses will like them too.  Here are the two ... enjoy!
 

 

 

 

 

For both I tried to use the designs of the papers to match the words in the sentiment.  I think I was told it is alright to use other products if I have to, and I did think the first card needed something, so I added the bird die from My Favorite Things.  One the second card, I decided the Pinking die from Spellbinders was a perfect addition for the "sunshine" reference and the striped DP for the "rainbow" reference.  What do you think?

 

Here are the details:

 

Card #1:

Paper - First Edition 6 x 6 paper pad called Bird Song, Cardstock Black
Stamps - Verses Birthday Symphony #BB0423E-CL

Ink - Versafine Black
Tools - My Favorite Things Bird die from Contempo Cage Die-namics, Spellbinders Classic Circle

Other - Pink Pearls

Card #2:
Paper - My Minds Eye Notable "Love This" (yellow pattern from 2013), Echo Park Spring "Sparkling Stripe" (2016), Cardstock Yellow, Orange, White
Stamps - Verses Rainbow Colors of Laughter #BB0433F-CL

Ink - Versafine Black
Tools - Spellbinders Pinking Circle
Other - Orange Pearls

 

Happy Stamping!

Tina

Saturday's Sketch Share!

Hello! I am back today with another share between Debbie and I.  I will show you my card, her card, and the sketch we both used.  Enjoy!

My Card

Debbie's Card



The Sketch

As you know, there are less horizontal sketches than vertical ones and I think for a horizontal sketch, this one should go on a keeper list.  It has interest and your main image can be a pretty good size.  I am sure when Debbie got my card, she thought Easter already, but I am afraid I want have time to make as many cards as I need, so Easter early.  That way I can make an extra of each for my stash.  Debbie told me her monster dude is saying "I don't do before coffee"!  I have a friend that can relate it this!  For me, this doesn't apply as I don't drink coffee and I am my happy self when I wake up.  Sad but true. 

See you tomorrow for the words of wisdom post.  Try to stay dry.  We are still getting rain here.  8 + inches = ridiculous! 

Happy Stamping!
Tina

My Heart is Yours!

Hello!  I did get some cards made that were on my to do list, including today's card, which is an anniversary card for my husband.  Today is our 9th.  Enjoy!

 

His favorite color is green, so I have to find some paper that worked.  I a pad by Bo Bunny I found this stripe with the green, along with this red that had tiny hearts on it ...perfect!  the stamp is from Inky Antics.  Super simple card, but fun.  I think he will like it!  How about you?

 

See you soon!

Happy Stamping!

Tina

Easter Cards x 2!

Hello!  Today I am sharing with you the post that is on The Crafty Scrapper's blog today.  I realized just a few days ago, that it was on my calendar to have my design team creation ready to go for  today, so on short notice I did what I do best, make cards!  Of course, they might be a little cutesy for some of their tastes, but it is what it is.  I used papers and dies that I know they have in stock to sell, which is the most important, right?  Now, you, my blog followers will love the cutesy and know they look just like the cards that I love to make!  Enjoy! 

 

 

Hello, Tina here, with two Easter cards featuring Impression Obsession dies!

 

 

Echo Park has two lines, one called Easter and one called Spring, that coordinate wonderfully together to create such pretty pastel Springtime cards.

 

 Do you own the Sizzix Precision Base Plate?

It is a must for dies with intricate shapes, like the egg with the delicate swirls. 

Be sure to get yours at The Crafty Scrapper.  You won't be disappointed!

 

I hope you liked my Easter card creations. 

Be sure to check them out when you are at the store.

I am still working on cards for the ladies at church.  I am getting a little frustrated that it is taking me so long to get these done.  Yesterday, I was feeling creative and ideas were flowing ... I am out in my craft shack with Foxy (my dog) and it starts to rain and thunder.  She goes under my desk.  I even move her bed under there for her.  Well, it starts raining even harder and my craft shack is a metal building so it is very loud.  Then, I get a notification on my cell phone that there is a tornado warning.  (Out here in the country, there are no sirens).  Yes, you guessed it, I am now under my desk with Foxy!  As soon as it slows just a little, I am off running to the house.  Safe but wet.  A little scary, and the creativity gone with the rain! 

Will try to get one of the cards ready to show for you tomorrow.
Happy Stamping!
Tina

 



March Class Share!

Hello!  I finished my class samples and so I want to share them with you.  I knew I wanted to do a fun card with the new chefs from My Favorite Things, but didn't know what else.  Then I thought of all the apron cards I had seen on Pinterest and thought there is a second card idea.  And then at the store, she had got in a mini Spellbinders die set of a mixer, and two utensils and I thought ... Cookin' Theme ... YES!  I think all three cards came out great and I hope both you and my class ladies do too!  Enjoy!

First, is the "chefs"!  A couple of years ago, we did a double slider card, but it was a little bit complicated.  I found a new easy, peasy version!  Here is the front of the card...

 



And then you pull the ribbon on the right and this happens...

And the inside ...

Next, is the apron card ...

And the inside ...

The last card is a double pocket card ...

Here is a photo of the two pull outs ... 

And the inside ...

What do you think?  Won't it make a fun class?  Here are the details if you are interested.  Remember, you can always get a kit if you can't come or aren't local. 

What's Cookin'?  March 30th 11:00 a.m. and April 2nd 2:30 p.m. $28

 In this class, you will make three fun and creative cards with a cooking theme.  First, is a double slider card using the adorable chefs from My Favorite Things.  Next, is an apron shaped card, so fun!  And lastly, a double pocket card featuring a die set from Spellbinders.  Each of these will be perfect to give for many occasions.  Please bring adhesive to include 3M Foam Tape, scor-tape, small pop up dots, and a Xyron X (if you have one), a bone folder or other scoring tool, scissors and your preferred coloring medium.  (Copics I used: E00, E25, E50, B000, C0, C2, C7, R20, R27).  All other supplies provided.

I am off to my shack to complete the design team creation that is supposed to go live on Wed.  And then I have to finish the cards that I started working on for the ladies at church. 

 

See you soon!

Happy Stamping!

Tina

Sunday Words of Wisdom!

Hello!  I am back today with a quote for the day.  Enjoy!

This is obviously something hand created by someone who has awesome handwriting skills.  Not me, for sure!  I finished my class samples yesterday, so I will be back later today or in the morning to show you those. 

It looks like it is going to be a pretty day.  Go enjoy it!
Happy Stamping!
Tina

Saturday's Sketch Share!

Hello!  I have been in my shack today finishing up my class cards and working on some other cards for a couple of ladies at church and I realized, oh ... it is Saturday and I had better stop and get the Saturday post done!  So, here it is ... enjoy!

My Card

Debbie's Card

The Sketch

This was a pretty easy sketch with a lot of ways to make it work.  I love the dog on Debbie's card and I love the sentiment on mine ... both make me smile! 

See you tomorrow for the Sunday words of wisdom post.
Happy Stamping!
Tina