Mad for Paper

Hi There, Today I am participating in the Waltzingmouse Fanatics Challenge #10 . I can't believe they are on thier 10th challenge.  I think I have participated in all of them; boy, time sure flies. This time around they are doing a sketch challenge: This was a tough one for me.  Pretty quickly, I had an idea in my mind of which stamps I was going to use and somewhat of a design.  I made a card, walked away for a bit, came back and took another look at it.   Yuck, that was the end of that card.  Tore it apart and started over. This is what I ended up with:  Not my favorite card ever, but it'll do. I love these stamps and dies from Waltzingmouse stamps.  Love that cloud background, it is so subtle.  Some embossing and a sentiment, and voila! Thanks for stopping by, Ang

I couldn't not make another one of these adorable pigs:  I made this one for my sister.   Her husband is french, so I thought a little french gal was appropriate. My sister chose the name Genevieve, perfect!   A little beret and scarf:   And, again, last but not least:  These fun softies are designed by Helen at Bustle and Sew .   I have no affiliation, other than I just adore her patterns.   She has lots of cute stuff. Ang

I think that is what they are called.   Too many names, I can't keep them all straight. I have one of the Stephanie Barnard designs.   I made a couple of cards with it recently: I realized that I could add a little bit more on the right side of the center flip part and they would still flip open properly. Used my beloved W+9 stamps.  Man, I cannot get enough of these stamps; love them. A couple of close ups: These were really pretty simple, once the stamping was done. These dies even cut the layering pieces on the sides.  Ran those thru with a couple of different embossing folders.  This is such a simple way to add depth and texture! I also used some bias tape binding that I got.  I love the weight and texture of this stuff. These will be going out, to a couple of friends, in a week or so. Thanks for visiting, Ang

No challenges, today I made this card just for the fun of it!  Just because I wanted to use this new stamp. A little cup of coffee and some pretty blue steam bubbles. What more could you ask for? It's already on its way to someone.   Have a good one, Ang

Hey there, Found a brand new (not just to me) challenge, The Card Concept Challenge .   One of the requirements is that we choose one of the  design categories they use.   For their first challenge they have provided this photo along with the colors: I absoultely love that photo.  I don't have any stamps that I think could do it justice so I decided to go in another direction.  I tried to capture the verticality of it and, of course, use the colors supplied:  It really is a pretty simple card for me and I would have to say it falls under the Clean and Graphic category.  I always have a tough time defining the style of my cards and scrapbooking.  I think my style is best called eclectic.  If you look around on my blog you will see that I am all over the place.  My style depends mostly on my mood when I am creating.  My thought process, in general, is pretty much all over the place so it probably makes se...

Hi Everyone,   Today I have my first card up at HOC as a DT member. Here is the sketch: I am so excited.  It was actually supposed to post last Monday, but being new to the whole DT thing, I completely ignored the instructions and  missed the posting altogether.  Live and learn. This is actually a card/gift in one.  I have had the cameo pin for a few years and thought it would be perfect for the Shabby Vintage theme of the challenge. I have always loved cameos.   This one is given a little bit of a modern twist; made into a pin with beads and chain.  Love it! Thanks for stopping by, be sure and check out all the inspiration over at HOC . Ang

This is a little late, oh well. A couple of years ago I decided to make most of my gifts  for family and friends.  I actually succeeded this year.   I really enjoy it.  The planning, creating and giving of a homemade gift makes me really happy. This year my favorite was this little guy:  Is he adorable or what?  Look at that nose. The designer probably intended it for kids but my sister in law loves pigs so I couldn't resist.   His designer is Helen over at Bustle and Sew .  I have been following her blog for a while, she posts lots of crafty stuff.  She also has an e-magazine that I subscribed to a couple of months ago.  She lives in the UK and the magazines are not only filled with patterns, she also includes little stories from the town she lives in.   I find it very charming, check it out. So back to the little guy.  I have never made a softie before.   He was so easy and fun t...

Two challenges today with this card:   First up: Freshly Made Sketches #118 using this sketch:  I really like the simplicity of it. Secondly:  Waltzing Mouse Fanatics Challenge #9 . This photo was provided, but the main criteria is to use fabric: My card: There is a little bit of burlap behind the WMS flower.  I like bling in small doses.  I debated about adding the sequins but since these Avery Elle kraft ones are so subtle I decided to give it a go.  Glad I did. It is barely noticeable, but I wove white embroidery thread around the edge of the burlap.  Thanks for stopping by, see you soon. Ang

Hi there,   Today I am participating in The Shabby Tea Room's 200th challenge . Love this gorgeous inspiration photo:   My card: Lots of paper piecing and a little glitter on the Flourishes Rose. The patterned papers are Prima.  I knew I wanted some glossy white on my card, inspired by the shelf spindles.  The rose is stamped on glossy paper.  I was a little uncomfortable at first combining white and ivory but I am really happy with the way it came out. Some of the embellishments are pretty old from my stash.   Love using that stuff up. Thanks for visiting, Ang

Yay, I finally got some new Waltzing Mouse Stamps.   They arrived yesterday just in time to play along with the current challenge .   This time it is a color challenge:  Here is my card:  Folk Art Medallion is one of my new sets.   This set is huge and jam packed with stamps, love it!  One of the reasons I rarely get rid of crafting stuff; these black jewels have probably been in my stash for 10 years.  I usually use round gems.  I thought they were perfect for this image. Love the font. See you soon, Ang

Hi, I have a card that I am submitting to 2 new (to me) challenges today. First up is the Fusion Card Challenge #1 .  This is a fun one, you can use either the sketch, photo or both.     Second, the Penny Black Sending Hugs Challenge .  We are to use PB stamps and a friendship or love theme.  I had these Penny Black stamps sitting on my desk because I wanted to use them and then this challenge caught my eye.  Perfect! Here is my card:  Not quite the Fusion sketch, but certainly the colors.  I have trouble using sketches with repeating shapes like the three circles, they never seem to work out for me. A little bit of Lindy's Stamp Gang spray on the vase.   I wanted it to have the old ceramic feel. Paper piecing on the flowers and a touch of Wink of Stella pen.  Love the look of the tone on tone background.  Gonna have to use this more. Thanks again for visiting. See you soon, Ang

I am so excited and honored to let you know that I am part of the House of Cards Challenge Design Team.  This is my first DT assignment and I am absolutely thrilled. Ang