tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46829215186003064822024-03-13T09:48:49.179-07:00Crafting with ClassA place for lovely Crafternoons...Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.comBlogger806125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-2500114016533452082020-07-28T11:04:00.003-07:002020-07-28T11:04:44.206-07:00Pick-Your-Present Lift the Flap Birthday Card + Video!Hello there friends, <div>Today I have a fun birthday card going to a young and new cardmaker. My friend's daughter started cardmaking this summer and has loved it! Her mom shared the "Wish list" of things she would like for her birthday much of it being crafty supplies! So for this birthday card, I decided to make it fun and interactive by making it a pick your present. Whichever flap she chooses to lift, will reveal a stamp company. She will be able to pick any stamp set she wants from that company & I will gift it to her.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the card:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9PBeI5OZpQA/XyBnR6vIfDI/AAAAAAAAJb4/WNTWi_CzHQ8l71oHWk8ZNdQV0Gdzai3fgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1123.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1116" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9PBeI5OZpQA/XyBnR6vIfDI/AAAAAAAAJb4/WNTWi_CzHQ8l71oHWk8ZNdQV0Gdzai3fgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1123.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>Which present will she choose? The blue or the pink???</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Now let's reveal those flaps:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2q8oKghDALY/XyBnRzysX7I/AAAAAAAAJb0/SG2_2yJrVdQ-ZrOoQqBe0uNkwp7zOZjJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1126.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1166" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2q8oKghDALY/XyBnRzysX7I/AAAAAAAAJb0/SG2_2yJrVdQ-ZrOoQqBe0uNkwp7zOZjJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1126.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If she chooses the flap on te left, she'll get a Lawn Fawn stamp. If she chooses the one on the right, she'll get her choice of a Mama Elephant stamp. π<div><br /></div><div>Here's a peek of the innies:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kmsCt3gsXn8/XyBnSubOHoI/AAAAAAAAJcA/JNbptWxolEk0ufzrpwDFX2tAkkJm5ZUWgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_1127.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1306" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kmsCt3gsXn8/XyBnSubOHoI/AAAAAAAAJcA/JNbptWxolEk0ufzrpwDFX2tAkkJm5ZUWgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1127.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>If you want to see how this card came together, just click below!</div><div><div>
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lFRGP3zoL7s" width="400"></iframe> </div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much for popping in to my little corner of the crafty world.</div><div>Until next time....</div><div><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent; border: 0px;" /></a></div></div></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-69802007514946386852020-07-22T17:26:00.000-07:002020-07-22T17:26:50.814-07:00Beach Week in Review + 3 Videos!<div>Hello there friends,
I had a Beach week on my YouTube Channel recently and it was great getting to create several cards using beach-themed stamps from my stash. I created a simpler card and a stepped up card with an interactive feature!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>Day 1</b></span> features the Gina K Ocean-Minded Stamp set</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l0i6kw89s-4/XxjTA5FDYDI/AAAAAAAAJaY/XOUCuTzLQS4oC9bwal5m1akPBO_xF9R7ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1024/IMG_0914.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1020" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l0i6kw89s-4/XxjTA5FDYDI/AAAAAAAAJaY/XOUCuTzLQS4oC9bwal5m1akPBO_xF9R7ACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0914.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RVRBfUOa1tg/XxjTF-qdrQI/AAAAAAAAJag/KR1XNDNkxvs-su9n4AOB1Q8Z6AdYsNuqwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0918.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1749" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RVRBfUOa1tg/XxjTF-qdrQI/AAAAAAAAJag/KR1XNDNkxvs-su9n4AOB1Q8Z6AdYsNuqwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0918.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4iR1cE4ai_4/XxjTHeL7rbI/AAAAAAAAJak/OPho8ZV-izIC98PFf5C8n2HgKYKCxE3_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1614/IMG_0919.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1614" data-original-width="1610" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4iR1cE4ai_4/XxjTHeL7rbI/AAAAAAAAJak/OPho8ZV-izIC98PFf5C8n2HgKYKCxE3_QCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0919.jpg" /></a></div><div>The larger card has a pop-up Adirondak chair. So fun!</div><div>Here's the video if you'd like to see how these cards came together.</div><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oVTmUkurOfQ" width="400"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>Day 2</b></span> features the Hero Arts Color Layering Waves and Color Layering Sea & Sky stamp sets.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uXI9WYQ_7L0/XxjUdivm95I/AAAAAAAAJa4/G_bd0H5RLNEmfpJ-qb2P3og77PS_JC7QACLcBGAsYHQ/s745/IMG_0938.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="745" data-original-width="497" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uXI9WYQ_7L0/XxjUdivm95I/AAAAAAAAJa4/G_bd0H5RLNEmfpJ-qb2P3og77PS_JC7QACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0938.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p9nCRKy8sfs/XxjUgcOyY8I/AAAAAAAAJa8/-chzFsrvocojeqy8NB0aJnproEVsnmjVgCLcBGAsYHQ/s754/IMG_0977.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="754" data-original-width="493" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p9nCRKy8sfs/XxjUgcOyY8I/AAAAAAAAJa8/-chzFsrvocojeqy8NB0aJnproEVsnmjVgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0977.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hOO91uVHZzM/XxjUmu937cI/AAAAAAAAJbA/Z4ew1YQ3oswsp_N6QEx8v-10ImAlAWeDQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1920/IMG_0989.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hOO91uVHZzM/XxjUmu937cI/AAAAAAAAJbA/Z4ew1YQ3oswsp_N6QEx8v-10ImAlAWeDQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0989.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ugxfHc-_prc/XxjUqczWL2I/AAAAAAAAJbE/mVHIMDPddqMdDcePnONznWxz6bApXIOLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0983.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1959" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ugxfHc-_prc/XxjUqczWL2I/AAAAAAAAJbE/mVHIMDPddqMdDcePnONznWxz6bApXIOLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0983.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oc9MxS0pLLA/XxjUvC8XAbI/AAAAAAAAJbM/aGThYFrC2aEc8ap-pl8PX3WHkt35Xt2ggCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_0979.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oc9MxS0pLLA/XxjUvC8XAbI/AAAAAAAAJbM/aGThYFrC2aEc8ap-pl8PX3WHkt35Xt2ggCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0979.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>This set features a slimline card and a pop-up box card!</div><div>Here's the video, if you're interested</div><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jTRZxgbO_5o" width="400"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Day 3 features the Hero Arts Beach Heroscapes Stamp set.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DsmB_2X3mEY/XxjWGGomSMI/AAAAAAAAJbg/7OSvTltZCrUZPIJsjHw2q1nJJhBDXegqQCLcBGAsYHQ/s765/IMG_0939.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="765" data-original-width="497" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DsmB_2X3mEY/XxjWGGomSMI/AAAAAAAAJbg/7OSvTltZCrUZPIJsjHw2q1nJJhBDXegqQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0939.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mX1XCuu3u74/XxjWLHYTt_I/AAAAAAAAJbk/Mv8xWFnQNbk6Z-Dh23IbSewecpGOa9AfQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/IMG_1033.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="611" data-original-width="1280" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mX1XCuu3u74/XxjWLHYTt_I/AAAAAAAAJbk/Mv8xWFnQNbk6Z-Dh23IbSewecpGOa9AfQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_1033.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>For these cards, I created a one layer card, A interactive window card with an awesome brick technique I saw Vickie from Clips and Cuts do. I loved the way that came out! The third was another pop-up card this time with a pop-up beach ball.</div><div>Here's the video if you'd like to check these out:<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Eeq2PmINimM" width="400"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div>Note: The Pop-Up dies I used are retired---I know, I know...BUT there are some updated dies available that are actually easier to put together that the ones I have and they are wafer dies, not the Bigz dies I have. You can check them out here ---> <a href="https://karenburniston.com/adirondack-chair-pop-up/">Adirondak Chair</a>, <a href="https://karenburniston.com/surprise-ball-pop-up/">Surprise Ball</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hope you're well and staying safe.</div><div>Until next time...<br /></div><div> <a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-29512813074729778012020-06-28T17:16:00.000-07:002020-06-28T17:16:07.774-07:00Custom Bookmarks with Tassels! + VIDEO<div>Hi friends, <br /></div><div>Today I have a non-card project to share that I created for myself! <br /></div><div>Here they are:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XcDQgJmqBNA/Xvkvl7IQgrI/AAAAAAAAJW0/1c8ls11bKC4Vg_Cc3ZXr9X5aQkqZsJXyACK4BGAsYHg/s1280/IMG_0753.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="904" data-original-width="1280" height="283" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XcDQgJmqBNA/Xvkvl7IQgrI/AAAAAAAAJW0/1c8ls11bKC4Vg_Cc3ZXr9X5aQkqZsJXyACK4BGAsYHg/w400-h283/IMG_0753.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I recently picked up 4 books to read over the Summer (and beyond) so I made one bookmark for each of them. They feature the cute Lawn Fawn critters reading their own books. Each bookmark also has its own tassel. I used the WeRMemory Keepers' Fuse Tool to create the plastic pockets. But if you don't have it, you can get a similar look by using a laminating sheet through a laminator or Scotch Self-Sealing Laminating Pouches.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's a peek of the back- some cute critter bums π!<br /></div><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fpEXIsJpbQ8/Xvkvf-fGPpI/AAAAAAAAJWo/gzcv58ju0zwQ-1Ml5VDXtMIi9hGVpt0mQCK4BGAsYHg/s3930/IMG_0754.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2712" data-original-width="3930" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fpEXIsJpbQ8/Xvkvf-fGPpI/AAAAAAAAJWo/gzcv58ju0zwQ-1Ml5VDXtMIi9hGVpt0mQCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0754.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>If you want to see how these came together, you can click ----> <a href="https://youtu.be/qAxJ79Fctv0">HERE</a>, or watch below.</div><div><br /></div><div>
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qAxJ79Fctv0" width="400"></iframe> </div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #3367d6;">Supplies Used: </span><br /></div><div>Bookmark Duo dienamics- My Favorite Things <br /></div><div>Fluffy Cloud dies- Sunny Studio <br /></div><div>Bookworm stamp set & coordinating dies- Mama Elephant <br /></div><div>Don't Worry, Be Hoppy stamp set & coordinating dies- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Slow Down and Enjoy stamp set and coordinating dies- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Small Slimline with Lift the Flaps- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Perfectly Plaid Rainbow paper- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Really Rainbow Scallops paper- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Hello Sunshine Remix paper- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Chunky glitter- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>
Assorted twine <br /></div><div>pony beads- kids craft section</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much for poppin' in today!</div><div>Until next time...<br /></div><div><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-14772961395660017192020-06-24T16:45:00.000-07:002020-06-24T16:46:22.077-07:00At the Movies + Video<div>Hi friends, <br /></div><div>Today I have a fun birthday card highlighting a day at the movies! <br /></div><div>Here it is:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ue5zqAvyTyQ/XvPgG4I9_PI/AAAAAAAAJVU/sTNxvkJeku0TAaqPXqmrNDXlo2cTCW7MwCK4BGAsYHg/s3335/IMG_0698.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2611" data-original-width="3335" height="314" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ue5zqAvyTyQ/XvPgG4I9_PI/AAAAAAAAJVU/sTNxvkJeku0TAaqPXqmrNDXlo2cTCW7MwCK4BGAsYHg/w400-h314/IMG_0698.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This super cute image is called Newton's Movie Night from Newton's Nook and how cute, right? <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Every Summer, some of my teacher friends (many who are retired), and I get together for a girls' lunch and a movie date. We go somewhere nice to have a yummy meal and hear how much they love being retired! π Then we head to watch a movie. I am allergic to chick flicks/Rom Coms, so if they happen to choose one, then I just go to watch a comedy or horror movie instead since those are my fave genres. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>With Covid 19 and all the restrictions that come with keeping people safe, movie theaters are currently closed. But when the day for our girls' lunch date comes around, I know we will go back to looking like the three kitties above π and having so. much. fun!</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's a peek of the innies:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HhLNC7XgOsk/XvPi59-xjdI/AAAAAAAAJVw/Uc3GU6m3pEY85y_m8kMm_aJU_vR4LlniQCK4BGAsYHg/s4032/IMG_0699.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HhLNC7XgOsk/XvPi59-xjdI/AAAAAAAAJVw/Uc3GU6m3pEY85y_m8kMm_aJU_vR4LlniQCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0699.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #d52c1f;"><font color="#000000">As the title suggests, there is a video which you can watch ---> <a href="https://youtu.be/iLlw1W55l_A">HERE</a> or by clicking below π <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iLlw1W55l_A" width="400"></iframe></font><br /></span><u><span style="color: #d52c1f;"></span></u></div><div><u><span style="color: #d52c1f;"><b><br /></b></span></u></div><div><u><span style="color: #d52c1f;"><b>SUPPLIES:</b></span></u><br /> Newton's Movie Night- Newton's Nook</div><div>
Blueprints #1 Dienamics- My Favorite Things (MFT) <br /></div><div>Mini Film Strip die- MFT <br /></div><div>Tickets Embossing folder- The Paper Studio</div><div>
Zig Clean Color Real Brush Markers <br /></div><div>Strathmore Bristol Smooth paper</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks for poppin' in today!</div><div>Hope you have a lovely crafternoon π<br /></div><div>Until next time...<br /></div><div><br /></div><div> <a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-45835625661799613592020-06-22T16:41:00.000-07:002020-06-22T16:41:20.718-07:00Starbucks Inspired Drinks | Slimline Birthday Card<div>Hi ya friends,</div><div>Today I have a birthday card that is inspired by some of Starbucks perfect summer drinks! <br /></div><div>Here it is:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GYmSYHzLLx4/XvE6TqzVqDI/AAAAAAAAJT8/vBTDn0kP9c4gxfgUlghrT9W1ADHrxeW_QCK4BGAsYHg/s3816/IMG_9452%2B3.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2077" data-original-width="3816" height="218" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GYmSYHzLLx4/XvE6TqzVqDI/AAAAAAAAJT8/vBTDn0kP9c4gxfgUlghrT9W1ADHrxeW_QCK4BGAsYHg/w400-h218/IMG_9452%2B3.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div>I created a Unicorn, Frappuccino, and Pink Drink. Yummy, right?</div><div><br /></div><div><u><span style="color: #e67c73;"><b>Confession:</b></span></u> I don't drink Frappuccino types of drinks. I am borderline diabetic so these drinks would probably push me all the way! I do, however, treat myself to a Pink drink from time to time. It is so yummy! This is what it looks like in case you've never had one. In the words of Ferris Bueller, "It is SO choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bTyPp4xp4OE/XvE-aW5LUAI/AAAAAAAAJU0/1bFEqcarDo8aYVeGIh8cBUjj-MLx9npwQCK4BGAsYHg/s1121/IMG_0765.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1121" data-original-width="804" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bTyPp4xp4OE/XvE-aW5LUAI/AAAAAAAAJU0/1bFEqcarDo8aYVeGIh8cBUjj-MLx9npwQCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0765.jpg" /></a></div><div>It's a dreamy blend of coconut milk and strawberry goodness π</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the innies:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-j08rasYazl8/XvE7UxeKDqI/AAAAAAAAJUY/jzD3bsmEEgY_yV_CWDSIyaOE6OSKd9n4ACK4BGAsYHg/s3024/IMG_0883%2B2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2743" data-original-width="3024" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-j08rasYazl8/XvE7UxeKDqI/AAAAAAAAJUY/jzD3bsmEEgY_yV_CWDSIyaOE6OSKd9n4ACK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0883%2B2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Guess what? I have a video to walk you through the process of how this card came together.</div><div>You can watch it ---> <a href="https://youtu.be/LatZ11yRtqk">HERE</a> or by clicking below.<br /></div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LatZ11yRtqk" width="350"></iframe><div><br /></div><div><u><span style="color: #ba67c8;"><b>Supplies: </b></span></u><br /></div><div>Donuts and Sprinkles Stamp- My Favorite Things (MFT) <br /></div><div>
Mini Cafe All Day Dies- MFT <br /></div><div>Rectangle Peek-A-Boo Window Die- MFT <br /></div><div>
Slimline Basics Dies- Mama Elephant <br /></div><div>Sentimental Dies- Avery Elle <br /></div><div>Distress Inks: Ground Espresso, Picked Raspberry, Mermaid Lagoon <br /></div><div>
Distress Oxides: Vintage Photo, Picked Raspberry, Mermaid Lagoon <br /></div><div>Birthday Cake Sprinkles- Trinity Stamps</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much for popping in today. Stay healthy & safe and enjoy a lovely crafternoon.</div><div>Until next time....<br /></div><div><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div><br />Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-50353220582562170802020-06-18T10:14:00.001-07:002020-06-18T10:15:31.252-07:00Interactive Promotion Card<div>Hello again friends, <br /></div><div>Today I have an 8th grade Promotion card for a talented young lady. But it's not just any ordinary card- it's interactive!- My fave card type πππ <br /></div><div>Here it is:<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uDSPV-yIbug/XuudeoEJk6I/AAAAAAAAJTE/X3J15OEjr_gcj_YxTIgo6vpeFuskjTBaACK4BGAsYHg/s3130/IMG_0618.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3130" data-original-width="2577" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uDSPV-yIbug/XuudeoEJk6I/AAAAAAAAJTE/X3J15OEjr_gcj_YxTIgo6vpeFuskjTBaACK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0618.jpg" /></a></div>I used a few products from Simon Says Stamp including this quintuple slider die that moves five elements at the same time!</div><div> <br /></div><div>Here's what it looks like when you pull up on the tab:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wPQjsFPPxTk/Xuud3Qm2xeI/AAAAAAAAJTY/F8lqNnuNKEgCuHXDFXkFDhMjDOMouE_oACK4BGAsYHg/s3218/IMG_0617.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3218" data-original-width="2413" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wPQjsFPPxTk/Xuud3Qm2xeI/AAAAAAAAJTY/F8lqNnuNKEgCuHXDFXkFDhMjDOMouE_oACK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0617.jpg" /></a></div>A sentiment is revealed and the graduation caps fly up! So fun! I would recommend that if you have this die you follow Jennifer McGuire's tutorial because her version allows you to conceal the mechanism much better and gives you a space for that hidden sentiment. You can find Jen's video ---> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9higz_qsJhY">HERE</a>.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Supplies:</div><div>Hat's Off Stamp set- Simon Says stamp</div><div>Quintuple Slider die- Simon Says stamp<br /></div><div>Congrats Dienamics- My Favorite Things</div><div>For the Gradute Stamp set- Papertrey Ink<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much for stopping by.</div><div>Until next time....<br /></div><div>
<a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-24355329128727018272020-06-10T15:14:00.003-07:002020-06-10T15:21:16.458-07:00It's a BOY!<div>Hello crafty friends, <br /></div><div>Thanks for popping in to my little crafty corner of the world.</div><div>Today I have a baby boy card to share with you. As some of you may know, Kelly Marie and her husband, Mike, just welcomed a bouncing baby boy to the the Lawn Fawn family! I am so excited and happy for them because I know this has been a long time in the making.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the card:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3ozIPOUNKG0/XuFYbX3KnGI/AAAAAAAAJRQ/rqIqQNRmKzwdKyRfousv8PLOxWaEalOagCK4BGAsYHg/s1440/166E86B1-8832-4849-86A6-5FB91CB38858%2B2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="972" data-original-width="1440" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3ozIPOUNKG0/XuFYbX3KnGI/AAAAAAAAJRQ/rqIqQNRmKzwdKyRfousv8PLOxWaEalOagCK4BGAsYHg/s320/166E86B1-8832-4849-86A6-5FB91CB38858%2B2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div>And the innies:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zriN2kWLRxg/XuFYlaD7jZI/AAAAAAAAJRc/upzoX6PYsDgTrTfb8VrSvbdwxGsNiMXMgCK4BGAsYHg/s1440/FA37FFA9-A888-43CD-A82A-BD6B9472A755%2B2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="973" data-original-width="1440" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zriN2kWLRxg/XuFYlaD7jZI/AAAAAAAAJRc/upzoX6PYsDgTrTfb8VrSvbdwxGsNiMXMgCK4BGAsYHg/s320/FA37FFA9-A888-43CD-A82A-BD6B9472A755%2B2.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I used lots of stuff I've had in my stash for eons, so they may no longer be available. But, there's always new and cute baby stuff being released all the time- so no worries if you can't get these.</div><div><br /></div><div>Guess what? Yep, there's a video tutorial on how this card came together. Click on the video below or check it out----> <a href="https://youtu.be/zJjveUZeZoo">HERE! </a></div><div><br allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="285" iframe="" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zJjveUZeZoo" width="400" /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="background-color: #7baaf7;<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zJjveUZeZoo" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>"><b>SUPPLIES </b></span><br /></div><div>Dies: <br /></div><div>Welcome Baby Sizzlits Decorative Strip- SIZZIX <br /></div><div>Airplane, Fire truck- CUTTLEBUG Wafer dies <br /></div><div>Baby Bib & Bottle dies- ECHO PARK <br /></div><div>Baby Onesie and stamp set- MFT <br /></div><div>Slim Card Basics- MAMA ELEPHANT <br /></div><div>Poetic lowercase Alphas- POPPY STAMPS <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Stamps: <br /></div><div>For You, Deer- LAWN FAWN</div><div>
Other:
Chunk Glitter- LAWN FAWN</div><div>
Ice White Pearl Pen- Viva Decor <br /></div><div>Perfectly Plaid Paper pack- LAWN FAWN</div><div><br /></div><div>Until next time....tootles!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/136/E34992045C6383F47D1C321CB7F755AE.png" style="background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; border: 0px none;" /></a></div>Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-56606333918182512952020-06-01T18:37:00.001-07:002020-06-01T18:37:38.512-07:00Distance Learning Thank You Cards<div>Hello friends,</div><div>I am back to share some thank you cards I created for my school kiddos. We finished Distance Learning FINALLY so I got going on creating 25 of these goodies.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k56eajf2Fk4/XtWV4_JUVII/AAAAAAAAJPc/8RSA_NcKT344Dc8EIEOYOOWXiIsf2nb_wCK4BGAsYHg/IMG_3551.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="819" data-original-width="1024" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k56eajf2Fk4/XtWV4_JUVII/AAAAAAAAJPc/8RSA_NcKT344Dc8EIEOYOOWXiIsf2nb_wCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_3551.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div>I must admit, I don't particularly like mass-producing cards. It feels less personal. But in cases like this, it's what one has to do to be efficient. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Allow me to let you in on my typical card-making mind process...π¬π¬π¬</div><div><br /></div><div>I think about the person I'm creating a card for. I think about the reason/situation for the card. I think about their likes, their personality, little quirks, etc.- anything that will help me to personalize my <strike>therapy </strike>crafting session π. Then, I imagine what the card would look like... Then, I head over to my crafty stash and pick out some stamps and goodies that will bring the idea in my mind into reality. And that's it! I go about creating. So when I emerge from being "in the zone" I evaluate my crafty creation & if it doesn't make me smile, then I cannot send it. Thankfully, this doesn't happen very often. I think this is why as card-makers, we love what we do. Our crafty creations make us smile, then when the recipient gushes and loves it, we get a second wave of good feels, right? Right. So I guess that's what's missing for me a bit in mass producing cards.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>So on to today's cards:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qsOb6Y5Clow/XtWpmNExD8I/AAAAAAAAJP4/yu-_xMJFZwQlYKQajAGEAnGOJSnboWRTgCK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0587.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1280" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qsOb6Y5Clow/XtWpmNExD8I/AAAAAAAAJP4/yu-_xMJFZwQlYKQajAGEAnGOJSnboWRTgCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0587.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>I can't say these were super easy to mass-produce, but they weren't hard either. Having a stamping tool like the one I used is definitely a plus to getting these done much faster. Well, instead of tell, I'll show you how these cards came together. You can watch the tutorial below or ----> <a href="https://youtu.be/XH7gR-AQXnE">HERE.
<iframe width="450" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XH7gR-AQXnE" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> </a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>And a peek at the innies.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-stk0X2qJOsA/XtWqYy6MYtI/AAAAAAAAJQM/In77RHelWkoBX2QyZk6o47CkdXPYtGyDQCK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0588.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1191" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-stk0X2qJOsA/XtWqYy6MYtI/AAAAAAAAJQM/In77RHelWkoBX2QyZk6o47CkdXPYtGyDQCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0588.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks so much for popping in today. Hope you're all well and finding some time for a lovely crafternoon or two.</div><div><u><b><br /></b></u></div><div><u><b><span style="color: #3367d6;">SUPPLIES:</span></b></u></div><div>Stamps: <br /></div><div>Chalkboard- Stampendous <br /></div><div>A Good Apple- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>Spanish Scripty Sayings- Lawn Fawn <br /></div><div>PI Graduation Girl- MFT <br /></div><div>IB Knowledge- MFT <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Notebook Paper Embossing folder- The Paper Studio <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Inks: Green Hills, Orchid, Orange Soda, Aquatic- Hero Arts</div><div><br /></div><div>Until next time...<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>
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Hola Mexico- Waffle Flower <br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="background-color: #fce8b2;">DIES:
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<span><br /></span></div><div><span>I know! It's A LOT! So needless to say, I will not be purchasing any more crafty goodies for a whiiiiile. :( In my defense, I got several things on sale. I'm talking 80-90% off! Did I mention how stressssssed I was with Distance Learning? Lol. Yep...I'm totally justifying this... *Γ*</span></div><div><span>If you have any questions on any of these, please leave them in the comments.</span></div><div><span>Thanks for watching and stopping by! Hope you're all in good health!</span></div><div><span>Remember:</span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFGs3ST0oZA/XsyaxfRGPjI/AAAAAAAAJNY/sveHCqfs1OwFFog6UH1EsJYgHpnDoAcoACK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0535%2B2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="599" data-original-width="478" height="181" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFGs3ST0oZA/XsyaxfRGPjI/AAAAAAAAJNY/sveHCqfs1OwFFog6UH1EsJYgHpnDoAcoACK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0535%2B2.jpg" width="144" /></a><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFGs3ST0oZA/XsyaxfRGPjI/AAAAAAAAJNY/sveHCqfs1OwFFog6UH1EsJYgHpnDoAcoACK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0535%2B2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PCblQOr8Dxk/Xsyax3uRaqI/AAAAAAAAJNc/PESxC5H00UM5jRxkUvBfFLQiM4kFD8IzACK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0536.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="545" data-original-width="570" height="165" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PCblQOr8Dxk/Xsyax3uRaqI/AAAAAAAAJNc/PESxC5H00UM5jRxkUvBfFLQiM4kFD8IzACK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0536.jpg" width="170" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Uc3LXJj8i9c/XsyaycYXvbI/AAAAAAAAJNg/bxqE9SIlUqI52otuCzie_Gu8JgnwdTTGwCK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0539.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="575" data-original-width="634" height="185" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Uc3LXJj8i9c/XsyaycYXvbI/AAAAAAAAJNg/bxqE9SIlUqI52otuCzie_Gu8JgnwdTTGwCK4BGAsYHg/s320/IMG_0539.jpg" width="201" /></a><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PCblQOr8Dxk/Xsyax3uRaqI/AAAAAAAAJNc/PESxC5H00UM5jRxkUvBfFLQiM4kFD8IzACK4BGAsYHg/IMG_0536.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span>Until next time....</span><br /><span></span>
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-3657943076193144352020-05-25T19:50:00.000-07:002020-05-25T19:50:02.778-07:00Crafty Catch-Up!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I know it's been way too long since I posted. That was right before the shut down happened and Distance Learning began. I just finished on Friday and cannot stress enough how relieved I am. I was glad to see my students (when they managed to turn on their video), but am worried for the ones I didn't hear from. I'm hoping it was simply because they didn't want to bother. My district made the decision to give all students, regardless of their grade at the time, a "credit" for their semester grade. So that meant that if they had an A, they got "credit" on their transcript. If they had an F, they got "credit" on their transcript. Ah well... more on that later...<br />
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Since I was crazy busy trying to learn a million tech things, I totally neglected my poor little blog. So let's catch up why don't we? Remember, I post regularly on Instagram, so that's the best way to see what I'm up to when you don't hear from me here...<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>A Reveal Wheel Card:</b> </span>Fortune Teller Tabby-Lawn Fawn<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Watercolor Aloe Thank You Card: </span></b>Aloe My Friend- Darcie's<br />
Guess What? There's a YouTube Tutorial on how I created this card---- <a href="https://youtu.be/ds96grHAsic" target="_blank">HERE. </a><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Slide and Bump Interactive Birthday Card:</b> </span>Peek-A-Boo Fair- Avery Elle<br />
Guess What? There's a YouTube Tutorial on how I created this card---- <a href="https://youtu.be/uoo3Om86xXA" target="_blank">HERE</a>. <br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Hello Kitty Easter Cards: </span></b>Hello Kitty Sizzix dies<br />
Guess What? There's a YouTube Tutorial on how I created this card---- <a href="https://youtu.be/ON28nGU5cCY" target="_blank">HERE. </a><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;"> Slimline Mother's Day Cards</span></b><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Boba Tea Mother's Day Shaker Card:</b></span> Boba Shaker Combo dies- Mama Elephant<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Boba Tea Hello Card: </b></span>Boba Tea- Mama Elephant<br />
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You can find more deets on the instagram posts or the videos. I will be back with a (LARGE) crafty haul to share.<br />
Tootles!<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-80063895015784008592020-02-01T14:37:00.003-08:002020-02-01T14:37:45.602-08:00Lunar New Year Card: Year of the Rat<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends,<br />
Today's card is for our Chinese language teacher at my high school who is celebrating the lunar new year. <span id="goog_421444425"></span><span id="goog_421444426"></span><br />
Here's the card: <br />
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And the innies:<br />
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Chinese Landscape Die- Amy Design
Magical Sky Stencil- Echo Park
Sugar Glitter Paste- BoBunny
Lunar Animals Stamp set, Lunar Sayings stamp set- Mama Elephant
Distress Oxides: Mustard Seed, Ripe Persimmon, Candied Apple
Pearl white gems- Pretty Pink Posh
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-77232373698279302322020-01-25T22:05:00.000-08:002020-01-25T22:07:41.543-08:00A Cheery Birthday Card<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I'm back to share a birthday card for a friend and I've got another video for you! My friend has been a bit down recently, so I wanted to bring a smile to her face by giving her a happy card. And I don't know anything happier than Lawn Fawn images along with some super cute ones from Neat and Tangled! I am super rusty at making videos...since it's been 3 years, but hopefully I will learn more and create better videos in the future. Hope you enjoy the video *Γ* <br />
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Lawn Fawn: Party Animal, Forest Feast</div>
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Neat and Tangled: My Favorite Nut</div>
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MFT: Twice the Wishes</div>
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Treehouse Scene Die- Hello Bluebird</div>
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Stitched Hillside Borders- Lawn Fawn</div>
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Mini Banner dies- MFT</div>
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Brusho- Lime Green</div>
Victoria Embossing folder- ProvoCraft<br />
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Until next time... <br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-25016340176181929252020-01-19T12:37:00.000-08:002020-01-19T12:37:16.419-08:00Trays for Ink Blending Foam Pads- VIDEO!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Heloooo crafty friends,<br />
It has been 3 years since I posted a YouTube video, but today I am back to share something that was a problem solver for me! Like many of you, I put a velcro circle under my ink pad to attach my ink blending foam pads. The problem with this is that because I had to stack them on top of each other (for storage purposes), the ink from the pad would transfer to the lid of the ink pad that was under it.<br />
I don't know about you, but I'm pretty "Type A" about these things so I did not like that.<br />
In today's video, I share a solution that was inspired by the great Karen Burniston.<br />
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You can find Karen Burniston's blog post ---> <a href="https://karenburniston.typepad.com/i_am_not_lefthanded/2018/02/storage-idea-blending-foam-trays-for-distress-oxide-inks.html" target="_blank">HERE </a>, where you can download her cut file and PDF. The easiest thing would be to use the cut file of course, but I didn't have access to my Cricut at the time. The way I shared was pretty easy.<br />
Here are the scoring measurements for 8 1/2" x 11" cardstock:<br />
1/4", 1 1/2", 1 3/4", 2, 3 1/4", 3 1/2", 3 3/4", 5", 5 1/4", 5 1/2", 6 3/4", 7", 7 1/4", 8 1/2", 8 3/4", 9", 10 1/4", 10 1/2"<br />
Use heavyweight cardstock. It helps the trays to be sturdy and the foam pads don't fall out. I used 110lb cardstock, but if you have 65lb or 80 lb cardstock, you might need to pinch the trays to hold the foam pads in.<br />
Hope it helps! Until next time....Tootles!<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-63513261497473989222018-07-07T11:59:00.000-07:002018-07-07T11:59:58.321-07:00Hello friends<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi everyone!<br />
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I know... long time no see... but I'm popping in to let you know I'm still around. I have been MIA from the blog for quite a while and it's because I was working on my Master's degree (finally!) I just finished at the end of April and I couldn't be happier to have completed it! I've been on the apology tour with my family and friends for all the times I had to say "no" or "I can't" to things because I was so busy with the Master's program on top of my full-time teacher work. So I'm sorry for my absence, but I hope you understand and I thank those of you who reached out to me wondering where I was- all is well! </div>
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I am back to a little more frequent card-making since that IS my therapy, but I'm posting on Instagram since it's a bit easier & more convenient for me to do. I have a link on the top right of my blog so you can check that out if you'd like and follow me there as well :) </div>
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Here are a few pics to catch you up!<br />
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My baby graduated from High School. So now I'm an empty nester...<br />
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...Well, not quite. I have this girl with me... and my tarantula (who is 17 yrs old by the way!) She's in her home behind Tigress. Do you see it? The tank with the turquoise lid. There she is!<br />
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Now, I'm enjoying the remaining days of my practice retirement aka Summer vacation!<br />
I will be back to share a little more regularly but if you want to see what I'm up to, check out my Instagram page.<br />
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Thanks so much for peeking today.<br />
Until next time.... Tootles!<br />
Karli</div>
Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-86024822291928770252016-10-09T10:52:00.000-07:002016-10-09T10:52:48.162-07:00Booyah!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello friends,<br />
I have two Halloween cards to share both using Lawn Fawn's Booyah stamp set that was released last year.<br />
Here's the first:<br />
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I have to say, I had SO. MUCH. FUN! playing with this set. It reminded me of the dress up paper dolls I played with when I was a little Karli *Γ* For this card, I used the Leafy Tree Backdrop die (Lawn Fawn) and the Iron Fence Punch (Martha Stewart) to set the scene. The background on both cards was created with the Black Brusho powder. I used the web from the Halloween Charms dies (MFT) and popped the spider on it. It seems Frankie isn't a fan of spiders *Γ*<br />
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Here's card #2:<br />
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I used my Copic markers to color all the images. The clouds are from La La Land Crafts cut out of vellum.<br />
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I didn't get a chance to play with this set when I bought it last year, but I'm so glad I pulled it out. It really was fun creating with this set *Γ*<br />
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On to some news... I will be moving to another place soon and will need to destash--- Sadly, I just can't take it all with me and I will need the $$$ to move :( So I will be posting a video/pics of the craft goodies that need to find a new home. All the deets are to come soon. Thank you so much in advanced!<br />
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That's all for today. Thanks for popping in today!<br />
Until next time...<br />
Tootles,<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-44645496878955510472016-09-18T13:05:00.000-07:002016-09-18T13:41:53.763-07:00Happy Fall Y'All<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello there friends,<br />
I know it's been a while since we last met, but I'm back to share a card for <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/you-could-be-a-card-design-superstar-contest-2016/">My Favorite Things Card Design Superstar Contest</a>.<br />
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I haven't had much time for lovely crafternoons lately, so in between grading and laundry, I sat down to create this card:<br />
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Per the design contest rules, I've used all MFT stamps and dienamics which I will list below. I am ready for Fall to arrive here in California- which means 70 degree weather for us *Γ* That is what inspired my card. I grew sunflowers in my Grammy's yard when I was a little girl so I have a special place for these sunny, happy flowers. Plus the fact that we got to toast & eat the seeds makes it beautiful & yummy! I did some Distress Ink blending & spritzed it with water. The pinking edge panel and middles of the sunflowers look black, but it's a dark brown color.<br />
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Here's a peek of the innie:<br />
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I haven't sent my Grammy a card in a while, so it's only right I send this one to her since she's my biggest card fan *Γ*<br />
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One last peek...crossing my fingers!!! <br />
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It was so good for my crafty soul to get back to creating. It would be AMAZING to be one of the winners. Honestly, I'm not entering this contest for the fame--- just for the fortune! Hehehe *Γ* $250 MFT money would definitely put a dent in my wish list! *Γ*<br />
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<u><b><span style="color: #b45f06;">Supplies Used: </span></b></u><br />
<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Stamps:</span></b> Birthday Sentiments (MFT), Because You (MFT)<br />
<b><span style="color: #783f04;">Dienamics:</span> </b>Sunflower Dienamics (MFT), Royal Leaves Dienamics (MFT), Pinking Edge Rectangle STAX (MFT), Hello There Dienamics (MFT), Blueprints 29 (MFT), Basic Stitch Lines (MFT)<br />
<b><span style="color: #7f6000;">Paper:</span></b> Tiny Check 6x6 paper pack (MFT), Subtle Plaids 6x6 paper pack (MFT)<br />
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Thanks for stopping by today. I have a big announcement coming....soon...<br />
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Until next time...<br />
Tootles!<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-29593912682593768632016-07-28T15:06:00.000-07:002016-07-28T15:06:31.398-07:00Sympathy Cards<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello friends,<br />
Sadly, I have two sympathy cards to share today.<br />
Here's the first:<br />
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I used the <span style="color: blue;">Peony Bouquet stamp set (Altenew)</span> and water colored with <span style="color: blue;">Distress Inks (shaded lilac & wilted violet)</span> I used a bit of <span style="color: blue;">mowed lawn</span> on the leaves and <span style="color: blue;">pumice stone</span> in in the background. The "<span style="color: blue;">with sympathy" die ( Lil Inkers)</span> was cut with silver cardstock.<br />
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Here's a peek of the innie: <br />
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The sentiment comes from the <span style="color: blue;">"With Sympathy"stamp set from Papertrey Ink</span>. It has really lovely sentiments and anytime I make these type of cards, I reach for this set.<br />
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Here's the second card:<br />
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I heat embossed the <span style="color: blue;">Antique Flowers & Butterflies stamp set (Hero Arts) </span>with <span style="color: blue;">white embossing powder (Hero Arts)</span>. I then took the curved edge die from the <span style="color: blue;">Basic Stitched Edge dies (My Favorite Things) </span>to die cut the bottom edge. I used the same edge die to die cut a silver piece of cardstock to layer below it. Then, with the remaining blue piece, I ran it through the <span style="color: blue;">chain embossing folder (lifestyle crafts) </span>and adhered it underneath. <br />
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I don't think anyone likes to make sympathy cards, and I hope it's a long time until I have to make another...<br />
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Thanks for stopping by friends!<br />
Until next time...<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-6095720790904668992016-07-21T15:00:00.000-07:002016-07-21T15:02:24.506-07:00With Heartfelt Sympathy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends,<br />
I have a sympathy card I made for someone who recently lost her Dad.<br />
Here it is:<br />
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I used the <span style="color: blue;">Roses All Over background stamp (MFT)</span> and stamped it in <span style="color: blue;">Manatee ink (Lawn Fawn)</span> on the gray cardstock base. I die cut the main panel with the <span style="color: blue;">Cross Stitch Rectangle Stax dienamics (MFT)</span> and adhered the <span style="color: blue;">"With Sympathy" die cut (Lil' Inker)</span>. Then I layered the banner strips. Last, I adhered a Calla Lily from my stash. Kept it simple.<br />
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I used this week's <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/07/wednesday-sketch-challenge-sketch-290.html">MFT Sketch #290</a><br />
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and <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/07/mft-color-challenge-49.html">MFT Color Challenge #49</a><br />
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Thanks so much for stopping by today.<br />
Until next time...<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-17121024331586991812016-07-18T00:00:00.000-07:002016-07-18T00:00:08.075-07:00Friends Don't Let Friends Drink Alone<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi again friends,<br />
If you've been to my blog, you know I'm a HUGE fan of My Favorite Things. Today I have created a special card for <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/07/an-mft-10th-birthday-celebration-bonus.html">MFT's 10th Birthday Celebration Bonus Challenge</a>.<br />
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I have enjoyed using MFT stamps and dienamics for many years, so I thought it would be appropriate to grab a couple of sets from the bat files to create for this challenge. Since this is MFT's 10th birthday, we are to include 10 of something. See if you can spot my 10 *Γ*<br />
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Here's my card:<br />
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This was a line called <b>"Who's That Girl"</b> and I really liked them because the girl could be anyone, any skin color. This stamp set is called <span style="color: blue;">Catch Some Rays</span>. Now, I must say this girl does <i>NOT</i> represent me. I don't wear a bikini! <i>(Wink ;)</i> but I have been know to enjoy one or two coconut lime mojitos from time to time. As in every time I go to eat at Lazy Dog *Γ* I colored her with <span style="color: blue;">Copics.</span> I stamped the drinks 10 times (DING! DING! DING!) beside her lounge chair and in her hand. I colored them with the <span style="color: blue;">Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens</span> and then added <span style="color: blue;">Icicle Stickles </span>because it has chunky glitter and that made it look more like ice cubes.<br />
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I die cut the <span style="color: blue;">"friends" die (Friendships are Forever- My Creative Time)</span> from different colored cardstock from my scrap bin to create the background and so that ultimately the card would read, <b>"Friends Don't Let Friends Drink Alone."</b> I placed them all on my cardstock piece and when I was happy with where they were placed, I used a piece of Press 'n Seal and picked them all up at once, added adhesive to the backs in one swoop, and placed them all back down on the front of the cardstock. This trick is such a time saver- let me tell ya! To finish, I added a <span style="color: blue;">Stitched Rectangle Frame die-cut- MFT </span>(left over from another project) and adhered the image panel with foam tape. I also added a few <span style="color: blue;">Sparkling Clear sequins (PPP). </span><br />
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I still have all of the Who's That Girl stamp sets I purchased. ( I counted 14 sets!) I just can't let them go. They're unique and fun to play with! <br />
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Again, Happy 10th Birthday to MFT!<br />
Thanks so much for stopping by today *Γ*<br />
Tootles,<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-31967468151957289532016-07-17T11:35:00.000-07:002016-07-17T11:35:29.612-07:00Birthday Candles<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello friends,<br />
I have a birthday card to share today.<br />
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I love making birthday cards! It's a totally happy experience for a happy reason. I pulled out some old supplies and mixed them with some new ones. I used the <span style="color: blue;">Candles #2 die (sizzix)</span> to die cut the candles from white cardstock and from the <span style="color: blue;">Tranquil Textures Pattern Paper (MFT)</span>. I colored the flames with the <span style="color: blue;">Spectrum Noir Sparkle Glitter pens in Pink Champagne and Moonlight.</span> These colors look really pastel soft on the packaging but they are not. The colors are quite bright and vibrant!<br /><br />
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I die cut the "<span style="color: blue;">happy birthday</span>" from white craft foam and then added <span style="color: blue;">Diamond Stickles</span> to the top. I sprinkled on some <span style="color: blue;">Crystal sequins (Darice)</span> as well as some <span style="color: blue;">holographic stars</span>. For the background, I used the <span style="color: blue;">Big Balloons stencil (MFT)</span> with <span style="color: blue;">Tumbled Glass, Mowed Lawn, and Shaded Lilac Distress Inks</span>. I added some <span style="color: blue;">SN Clear Sparkle overlay pen</span> to the top of the balloons. I mounted the whole panel to a <span style="color: blue;">Grout Gray cardstock</span> base.<br />
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I used this week's <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/07/wednesday-sketch-challenge-sketch-289.html">MFT Sketch #289 </a>for my card:<br />
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Thanks so much for stopping by! I know I've been posting quite a bit lately, but I'll be back to school in a couple of weeks, so I'll be back to my less frequent posting... so I hope you don't mind a few extra cards from me in the meantime *Γ*<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-56039838552859911652016-07-16T11:47:00.000-07:002016-07-16T11:47:04.911-07:00Background Bonanza: Mary Engelbreit Inspired<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi friends,<br />
I'm back to earn my 5th and final badge for <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-10/">MFT's Camp Create.</a><br />
The final badge is for creating a <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-10/">background</a>.<br />
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Here's my card:<br />
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I still had the <span style="color: blue;">Hog Heaven stamp set</span> on my desk from the masking challenge and as I was thinking about this challenge the little flowers caught my eye. There are three sets of flowers in this stamp set that I could use to create my background- and you know how I like threes. 3 is a good number! *Γ* The flowers reminded me of the flowers on many Mary Engelbreit designs. (My fellow teachers out there know what I mean ;) So that is what inspired my background design.<br />
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Yes, this took a loooong time! Maybe there was a quicker way, but I couldn't think of it! I stamped the flowers a bunch of times with <span style="color: blue;">Black Licorice Hybrid ink (MFT)</span> and colored them with <span style="color: blue;">Copics</span> using the bright bold colors Mary Engelbreit uses. After they were all colored, I die-cut them all using the <span style="color: blue;">coordinating dies</span>. Since I didn't want a white border around my images (and I didn't want to fussy cut them) I decided the easier thing would be to color the white space in with my <span style="color: blue;">Memento Tuxedo black marker. </span><br />
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Once all of that was done, I laid out all the pieces on the black cardstock panel and lay a piece of <span style="color: blue;">Press 'n Seal </span>on top and picked them up all at one time. I added <span style="color: blue;">multi medium matte adhesive</span> to the backs and placed them all down at the same time! That was a HUGE timesaver instead of gluing them one at a time *Γ* The <span style="color: blue;">"hello" die cut is from the Sentimental dies set (Avery Elle)</span>.<br />
To finish, I added white dots to complete the ME look and made stitch lines around the panel with a <span style="color: blue;">white gel pen</span>.<br />
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In the end, I thought it came out very whimsical and Mary Engelbreit-ish *Γ*<br />
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For my non-teacher friends this is a Mary Engelbreit bulletin board trim I have in my classroom collection of borders *Γ*:<br />
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Thanks so much for stopping by today!<br />
May your day bloom bright with happiness!<br />
Until next time...<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-33822405991178120792016-07-15T12:59:00.001-07:002016-07-15T12:59:04.787-07:00Die-Cut Inlay and Masking<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello there friends,<br />
I'm back with two more cards for two more days of <b>Camp Create at My Favorite Things</b>. Today, I am collecting badges 3 & 4.<br />
First up is <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-8/">die-cut inlay</a>: <br />
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Here's my card:<br />
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I heat embossed the <span style="color: blue;">Roses All Over background stamp (MFT) </span>with <span style="color: blue;">Liquid Platinum embossing powder (Ranger</span>). I did simple watercoloring with <span style="color: blue;">Distress Inks in Squeezed Lemonade, Wild Honey, Picked Raspberry, and Wilted Violet</span>. I used the <span style="color: blue;">Stitched Basic Edges die (MFT) </span>to create the edge. I die cut the "<span style="color: blue;">Thanks" die from the Thanks and Hello dies (MFT)</span> from a piece of cardstock I had embossed with liquid platinum and then die cut the "thanks" from the watercolor panel so I could inlay the die cut. <br />
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Here's another peek: <br />
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I decided to create another card with the scraps: <br />
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I was going to throw out the rose panel because I goofed. But I decided to keep it and use it with the scraps. I added a strip of washi tape across the top that matched the colors quite well.<br />
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Here's my card for <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-9/">Badge #4 Masking:</a> <br />
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I have said it before, but these little piggies from the <span style="color: blue;">Hog Heaven stamp set (MFT)</span> are sooooow <b>ADORABLE!!!</b> I used the <span style="color: blue;">instaframe dienamics (MFT)</span> and ran it through the <span style="color: blue;">Tiny Stars embossing folder (Paper Studio)</span>. I masked the piggies and then added the "unicorn" to photobomb the picture. Now, I used "unicorn" in quotation marks because that's actually the horse from <span style="color: blue;">The Whole Herd stamp set (MFT).</span> I drew in the little horn *Γ* I mean if you're going to be photobombed, it might as well be by a unicorn, right?!?! They were colored with <span style="color: blue;">Copics</span> and stamped in Grey Flannel Memento ink. I added lots and lots of <span style="color: blue;">Stickles</span> to his mane.<br />
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In case you were wondering...<br />
Copics used: Unicorn/Horse- C00, C1, C3 Piggies: R0000, R00, R01, R30 Background and Banner: BG10<br />
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Well, thanks so much for popping in today.<br />
I have one more card coming to earn my last badge.<br />
Tootles for now,<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-77524487177520073602016-07-13T12:06:00.000-07:002016-07-13T12:06:29.352-07:00Fantastic Foiling & Coloring on Kraft<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi ya friends,<br />
I have a couple of cards to share for <b>Session Two of MFT Camp Create.</b> I had a great time participating in the first camp session, I thought I'd enroll again!<br />
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Today I'm sharing a card each for Day 1 and Day 2.<br />
First badge up for grabs is for <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-6/">Fantastic Foiling</a><br />
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Here's my card:<br />
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Sorry about the picture :( but if photographing white is hard enough, imagine trying to capture holographic foil! lol! I don't think I've ever done foil before so I was very excited to try the technique with this <span style="color: blue;">Holographic foil from Heidi Swapp</span>. I followed <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsHLETqAUrA">Jennifer McGuire's technique for using foil with stamps using my laminating machine.</a> It turned out OK, but maybe next time I will let the machine warm up for a longer time. (I think i might have been a bit impatient *Γ*)<br />
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I used the <span style="color: blue;">Delicate Pretty Poppies stamp set (My Favorite Things)</span> and the grateful sentiment from the <span style="color: blue;">Grateful For You stamp set (MFT)</span>. The flowers foiled much better than the sentiment, I think because this technique may work best with more delicate or detailed stamps. The holo on this card is so pretty in person! I think it would make a beautiful wedding or anniversary card.<br />
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My second card and second badge for <a href="http://www.mftstamps.com/blog/camp-create-2016-7/">Coloring on Kraft:</a><br />
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Here's another technique I'm not sure I've done before, but I thoroughly enjoyed the process! I am a total sucker for anything apple! As a teacher, I think it's required by law to love apple stuff! *Γ* I used a stamp I've had for ages from <span style="color: blue;">Peddlers Pack called Apples</span>. It's a huge image ( 3 3/4" x 5") so it pretty much takes up a whole A2 card front. I stamped it on <span style="color: blue;">Kraft cardstock with Kraft ink</span> and colored it in with my <span style="color: blue;">PrismaColor Pencils</span>. I die cut the image with a <span style="color: blue;">stitched rectangle die from Blueprints 29 (MFT)</span> and lined the edges with my gold Krylon marker. I adhered it to a Real Red cardstock card base. I added a little <span style="color: blue;">banner also from Blueprints 29</span> and stamped the "<span style="color: blue;">Thanks" from the Perk Up stamp set (MFT</span>) heat embossed in gold.<br />
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In case you'd like to know...<br />
Prisma Colors Used:<br />
Apples: Crimson Red, Crimson Lake- Spring Green, Apple Green- Yellow Ochre, Jasmine<br />
Leaves: Kelp Green<br />
Apple surface: Cream, Sand<br />
Stems & Seeds: Chocolate, Dark Umber<br />
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Thanks so much for popping in today!<br />
I'll be back with more camp creations *Γ*<br />
Tootles,<br />
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Karlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10522749519212659002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4682921518600306482.post-38986787906653562582016-07-08T16:57:00.000-07:002016-07-08T16:58:27.941-07:00Happy Bear-thday!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello there friends,<br />
I have a bear-thday card today *Γ*<br />
Here it is:<br />
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I used the <span style="color: blue;">Beary Special Birthday stamp set and coordinating dies (My Favorite Things)</span> as my focal image. This cute little bear (with a tummy full of cake!) was watercolored with <span style="color: blue;">Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers</span>. I added some <span style="color: blue;">Spectrum Noir Clear overlay sparkle pen</span> on the icing and gave it a good coat of <span style="color: blue;">Glossy Accents</span>. I used the <span style="color: blue;">InstaFrame Dienamics (MFT)</span> to ground the little bear.<br />
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Here's a peek of the innie:<br />
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This sentiment comes from the Big Birthday Sentiments stamp set (MFT). I know it's hard to tell, but I heat embossed the candles in white and the flames were colored with a zig marker.<br />
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I used this week's <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/07/wednesday-sketch-challenge-sketch-288.html">MFT Sketch #288</a> on my card:<br />
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Thanks so beary much for stopping by today!<br />
Have a great weekend!<br />
Tootles,<br />
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