Final SheetLoad Post

It seems so weird and sad to type the title of this post. It's been so rewarding being a designer for Alicia and her SheetLoad ezine. It really allowed me to strecth my creative muscles in ways I never would have had I not been a part of this design team. Thank you Alicia for such a great opportunity. I'd also like to thank all the sketch artists and sponsors; you are all great!!

Now onto my final card for December SheetLoad. It's very fitting that I am posting this today, as this is the card I am giving my husband for our anniversary today. I just love these two elephants from Doodle Palace!

Instead of using pattern paper for all 3 background pieces, I substituted solid cardstock that I ran through my Cuttlebug with some embossing folders. I think it turned out really great. Now i need to fill the inside for my hubby. Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Holidays!

Today I have my Christmas card line up as well as some shots of our decorations. I wish you all a Happy Holiday's!

SheetLoad Simple Special Stunning & a Holiday Treat Purse

It is time for the December edition of Simple Special Stunning at the SheetLoad of Cards blog, featuring samples by Denise Wallace.

Each month one of our artists will share three different cards that use the current layout. Each card is a "step up" from the previous one, but they are all fabulous. It is a good way to show how SheetLoad is geared toward papercrafters of all levels. Here are some sneak peeks to whet your appetite...

I also have another one of my creations for you as well! This is my beyond the card; a Holiday Treat Purse. Since I have thousands (ok so I am embellishing for story telling purposes), of Papertrey Ink stamp sets, that means I have thousands of the clear boxes them come it. I knew i wanted to try out an idea Nichole Heady posted awhile back, here.

This was super easy and a great way to go green with your crafting! I ended up making 2 of these (you know because there were 2 halves!) and filled them with some tubes of bath confetti & some homemade chocolate covered pretzle sticks. I'll be giving them to the secretaries at school tomorrow for my daughters last day before break.

Here's just a close up of the penguin image. Thanks for stopping by!

ROAR!!!

Here's another creation from this months issue, which is the final issue of SheetLoad. I have to say as soon as I heard Doodle Palace was the sponsor I immediately went and checked out their site and fell in love with this Lion. I littlerally squealed with joy when I found out it was one of the images provided to the Designers. :) Here's a close up of the ears. I printed 3 versions of the Lion as I used 3D foam tape to create dimension with his mane and ears.

SheetLoad galore!!!!!

Ok be sure you read all the way through this post 'cause it's a long one! Here's one of my cards in this months issue of SheetLoad. This penguin digital stamp is just toooo cute. I paired it with some cute Imaginisce paper from last season. I just love it!!!!

Here's a close up so you can see the snow created out of Stickles!

Want to find out how you can win the following goodies?!?!

Four (4) Assorted Clear Stamp Sets by Three Bugs in a Rug

(actual sets shown)

&

Nine (9) Assorted Packages of Thickers

(Image above is for illustration only and does not show actual assortment.)

Head on over to SheetLoad of Cards today. They are celebrating their 2nd Blogaversary, and you may be getting the presents.

It is time for one final round of Show Us Your SheetLoad and two lucky winners this month will receive free digital stamps from our December sponsor - Doodle Palace!! Head on over to the SheetLoad blog today and find out how you can be entered to win.

SheetLoad Shout Out

Over at SheetLoad of Cards, we are having one final "Shout Out and Win" challenge.

Find out how you can be entered to win a Scrapbooking 'Grab Bag', donated Doodle Palace (our December sponsor) valued at $40!!

Even though this is our last issue, we still would LOVE to get some new readers. The Archive of issues will be available until at least May of 2010.

SheetLoad Walk Down Memory Lane

As I mentioned in my post on the 1st of December, this is the final month for new issues of SheetLoad of Cards. Please head over to the SheetLoad blog today for a little 'walk down memory lane'.

December SheetLoad

Head on over to the SheetLoad of Cards blog today to download your FREE copy of the December '09 issue!

This issue features a sketch by Alicia Ekermans and digital stamps from Doodle Palace. There are tons of lovely samples from the SheetLoad Artists, as well as the sponsor's design team. It is the biggest issue ever!!

Today also brings a big announcement about the eZine - so make sure to check it out.

December SheetLoad Sneak Peak

The December '09 issue of SheetLoad of Cards is looking like it will be one of the biggest and best ever!! We have a wonderful digital stamp company sponsoring this issue and many artists from their team, as well as ours, joined in on the fun. Be sure to head over to SheetLoad to check out the sneak peaks!

SheetLoad Simple Special Stunning

It is time for the November edition of Simple Special Stunning at the SheetLoad of Cards blog, featuring samples by Ann Seleshanko.

Each month one of our artists will share three different cards that use the current layout. Each card is a "step up" from the previous one, but they are all fabulous. It is a good way to show how SheetLoad is geared toward papercrafters of all levels. Here are some sneak peeks to whet your appetite...

SheetLoad - Autumn Blessings, Cast All Your Cares & Enjoy The Moment

Today I have three cards to share with you from the November issue of Sheetload. First up is one of my favorites! It uses Papertrey Ink Autumn Blessings stamp set. Fall is one of my favorite seasons and I just love all the colors of leaves!

Next we have the card that really started my inspiration for the sketch. It's just a flat card, so no fold over on this one. It's really hard to see, but on the right hand side i used a stamp from Papertrey Ink Damask Designs along with Versamark Dazzle Ink.

The final card I have for you today also uses a Papertrey Ink stamp sets; Mega Mixed Messages & Guidelines II. The beautiful humming bird is Inkadinkadoo.

Happy Holiday's!!!!!

Here's a closer look at the first card I created for the November issue of SheetLoad. I've used one of my favorite stamp companies on this one, Papertrey Ink. It features Stocking Prints, Polka Dot Basics, and Simply Stationary. Can you guess where the Simply Stationary comes in? Leave a comment with you guess by Saturday, 8:00 am Central. I'll use a random generator to select a winner for a little surprise from me.

Thanks for stopping by!

Blogger Issues

Update: This is a known issue by Blogger and it is currently under investigation. Ugh! I am having issues with blogger. Since the weekend it has placed my sidebar info on the bottom. If anyone has had this happen before, pleaes let me know how you fixed it. In the mean time, the blog will be under construction. Thanks!

Is it really November?

Happy Saturday! I can't believe it's november, because it's 71 outside. Keep in mind, just a couple of weeks ago it was in the 40's. I have been a bit of a Betty Crocker today. I baked my favorite cookie recipe, made a sandwich ring and some ranch dip and veggies. Here's a few cards I made last weekend. When I was in Colordao several weeks ago visiting my mom I managed to find the one of the only stamp stores in Canon City. While there I picked up some Bliss Mist (a type of shimmery mist). I've sprayed the colored cardstock on these cards with the Whipped Honey Butter color. The pictures don't do it justice, but you can see a hint of shimmer below the ribbon. I just love this vase of mums. It's from the Autumn Abundance set from Papertrey Ink. I've also used Vintage Labels and Damask Designs. All very versitle stamps sets. If you click on the pictures to enlarge them you get a great view of the shimmer! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy your weekend!

November Show Us Your SheetLoad

Head on over to the SheetLoad of Cards blog to find out how you can enter to win the clear stamp set, shown below, in the November '09 Show Us Your SheetLoad contest!

Studio G - Series 37 - Bohemian - Clear Stamp Sets

November SheetLoad Shoutout

Would you like to win some FREE stamps?!?! Of course you would. That is why this month at SheetLoad of Cards they are offering up the prize detailed below to one lucky winner in their Shout Out to SheetLoad challenge!!

In return for helping them get the word out about the November '09 issue, you will be entered to win the following...

Your Choice of Two (2) of the Clear Stamp Sets Shown Below!!!

Head on over to the SheetLoad Blog today for more details!!

November SheeLload with FREE Printables!

Once again it is time for another fabulous issue of SheetLoad of Cards - November '09!!! This issue features an elongated sketch, sized to fit in a business envelope, by yours truely, Barbara DeBose. FREE for SheetLoad readers... Included for our readers this month is a FREE Printable Quotes file!! The team shared some of their favorite quotes, sayings, sentiments, scriptures, etc. and they have been put together into a printable PDF file. Sized just right to fit the November sketch! Make sure to check back later this month for links to the monthly challenges, an episode of Meet the Artists, Simple Special Stunning and much more!!!

November SheetLoad Sneak Peak

Make sure to head on over to SheetLoad of Cards to see sneak peeks from the upcoming issue. But before we jump into November '09, don't forget about the fabulous October '09 issue, sponsored by DRS Designs!! You still have time to enter the Show Us Your SheetLoad challenge for chances to win gift certificates from the sponsor!! Here are sneak peeks at the pieces I have in the issue...

SheetLoad Blog Candy

Head on over to the SheetLoad blog today and find out how to win the adorable image above.



This digital stamp set is called 'Hope Fights' and was created by Melyssa of Whimsie Doodles, in honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month.



SheetLoad will be giving out four (4) free sets and you have until Monday at Midnight to get your name in the drawing.



Good luck!



PS: You can see more of Melyssa's creations at her Whimsie Doodles site.

Sheetload - Simple, Special, Stunning

It is time for the October edition of Simple Special Stunning at the SheetLoad of Cards blog, featuring samples by Katie Skiff.

Each month one of our artists will share three different cards that use the current layout. Each card is a "step up" from the previous one, but they are all fabulous. It is a good way to show how SheetLoad is geared toward papercrafters of all levels.

Here are some sneak peeks to whet your appetite...