Bucket o' Cakepops

So my son needed some treats for a part last week and I need no better excuse to make some cakepops! I haven't quite mastered them, but the kids liked them. I had a yellow cake and thought it would be fun to add food coloring, so I put orange in it. Don't ask me why I picked orange, but it turned out really cool. I found the little buckets at Target in their $1 Spot, placed a florist foam block in the bottom and then added some green basket filler. They were a hit!

Card Tag

I recently participated in a round of card tag host by Alicia. What fun! It starts with one card that is then passed to the next participant who pulls inspiration from it, creates their own card, which is then passsed to the next participant and so on. Be sure to check out Alicia's blog for the entire chain of cards.

Here's my card. I pulled inspiration from the layout, scalloped circles and the bird theme from the previous card. It was so fun!

Design Team Member Announcement

The SheetLoad Design Team Call has been officially closed for a little over a week now and Alicia is ready to make the big announcement. Stop back by this Sunday to see who will be joining us, starting with the August issue.

"Shout Out" to SheetLoad and Win!

Head on over to SheetLoad of Cards to find out how you can win the following...

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Busy Bee

Since I had today off I made the most of the opportunity and stayed up late (insanely late) to craft. I whipped out all of my mother's day cards. So here it goes, this is a long post. This first card is for the Spring Fling Challenge over at Nichole's Blog. I got my inspiration from Lisa. I just LOVED the field of tulips. These colors were so fantastic together.

Supplies

Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Boxes Bags & Tags, Women of Life, Friends Til the End), Ink: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, Plum Pudding), Copic Markers, Spica Pen; Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Plum Pudding, Pure Poppey, White (recylced insert from cardstock); Other: Cuttlebug Embossing Folder, 3D Foam Adnesive; Labels 4 Nestabilities

This next card is based on Taylor's Sketch Challenge.

Supplies Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Scattered Showers, Women of Life), Ink: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, Pure Poppy), CTMH (Sweet Leaf), Spica Pen; Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, Aqua Mist, White (recylced insert from cardstock), Basic Grey (Patchwork Quilt); Other: Cuttlebug Embossing Folder, 3D Foam Adnesive; Scalloped Rectangle Nestabilities

These next two cards are based on Card Patterns Sketch #13. I am so in love with the Basic Grey Urban Prairie Collection. It has all of my favorite colors. It's just stunning!

Supplies

Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Boxes Bags & Tags, Women of Life), Ink: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, Summer Sunrise), CTMH (Sweet Leaf); Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, White (recylced insert from cardstock), Basic Grey (Patchwork Quilt); Other: Fiber, Flower & Brad from stash, Labels 4 Nestabilities

Finally, last but not least, is a card based on CPS Sketch #114. Again, I can't say enough about this Basic Grey Collection!!!! Supplies Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Wise Owl, Garden of Life, Women of Life), Ink: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet, Sweet Blush, Pure Poppy), CTMH Marker (Sweet Leaf), Copic Markers, Spica Pen; Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Lemon Tart, White (recylced insert from cardstock), Basic Grey (Meadow); Other: Gems, 3D Adhesive Tape, Labels 1 Nestabilities

Ooooops

So on my post below I mentioned my creation based on the May issue of SheetLoad. Well I didn't get it done before the post was published. So here it is, just a day late. :)

May SheetLoad

Go check out the May's Sheetload. This month's sponsor is There She Goes; they have some really cute stuff, so be sure to check it out.

Here's a little something I whipped up based on this month's sketch.

My latest creation

You know inspiration can come from anywhere. Last week I recieved a Vera Bradley catalog; why? I have no idea?!? The color combinations were simply stunning. I was sooo excited for the Paptrey Ink release this month because I couldn't wait to get my hands on Lauren Meaders new Timeless Template From the Desk of. These two things really do go together as I took my color inspiration from Vera Bradley and poured that into this desk set of custom cards for the silent auction at the school carnival last Friday.

This collection is called Bali gold.

The colors I used were Summer Sunrise, Berry Sorbet and Plum Pudding from Papertrey Ink.

Here's all the pieces - 10 cards, a set of 15 sentiment labels, pen and the From the Desk of holder. It turned out soooo beautiful. I used my Guidelines II stamp set. I am really in love with this set now.

The labels came from Nichole's post and I thought it was just genious! Here I used velcro instead to seal the package.

Addiction

Ok so I have to come clean, I have a small obsession.....flowers. It doesn't matter what size, I can't help it and heaven help me if they are on sale! Ahhh flowers, aren't they so beautiful; makes you just want to jump in them and make snow angels. :)

Happy Easter

Just some video clips of the kids Easter speaches and the cutest song. (You may have to turn the sound up.)

Romans 6:5 For if we have been planted together in the likeness of His death we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection.

Poem: A Lonely Journey

You & Me, Jesus Died For You & Me

SheetLoad DT Call & April SUYSL

SheetLoad has posted a call for 4 artists. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of one of the best card maker ezines! go check out this post at SheetLoad for all the details. You don't want to miss out on this great opportunity! Are you wondering what SUYSL is? It's that time again, April's Show Us Your SheetLoad. Be sure to enter to win some fantastic candy from The Greating Farm!

Day late & a dollar short

I gave myself the goal this week to actually complete some challenges. So I printed the sketch from 2S4Y & CPS at the beginning of the week with every intention of getting them done. We'll wouldn't you know it the week was so busy that the only time I had was tonight. I stayed up to get them done and wouldn't you know it, they both closed yesterday. BUT on the bright side I have 3 completed birthday cards for a birthday that was last week, today and next sunday! 2S4Y

Supplies: Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Everyday Basics, Guidelines II); Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Lemon Tart), 110# White; Ink: Papertrey Ink (Lemon Tart, Berry Sorbet), Versafine (Black), CTMH (Brown Bag); Other: Cuttlebug Embossing (Swiss Dots), 3D Foam Tape, Scalloped Scissors.

Supplies: Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Everyday Basics); Ink: Versafine (Black), Copic Marker (Black to color clear gems); Cardstock: Shortcuts (Full Sheet-Clear), 110# White; PP: Making Memories; Other: Gems, Brads

CPS

Supplies: Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Everyday Basics); Ink: CTMH (Tulilp, Sorbet, Juniper, Spring Iris); Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Lemon Tart), Target (Cardbase); Other: 3D Foam Tape (under each layer of flower), Cuttlebug Embossing (Swiss Dots)

April SheetLoad

I have to agree with Alicia, this issue has got to be THE best SheetLoad! I was soooo excited when I heard this month's sponsor was none other than The Greeting Farm. These stamps are so unique and cool! Be sure to go download this month's issue. Here are my creations for this month. Enjoy!

Flower Soft

So, I the kind of girl that once I get latched on to an idea I get obsessed. The other day in the Papertrey forum someone brought up a product called Flower Soft. I had to know what it was and Niki Estes was kind enough to post this video link. This began the obsession. I called my local stamp store to see if this was a product they carried..... no such luck. BUT they gave me the name of a nearby scrapbook store that did!!! I jumped in the car and headed over. I came home with four pots (which was showing some restraint because I started out with WAY more). This stuff is pretty cool. It creates a really cool soft, texture for your cards. Be sure to check out the video because it gives great ideas.

Supplies:

Cardstock: Papertrey Ink (Lemon Tart, Lavender Moon); Accent 110# White

Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Out On a Limb), CTMH (Treasure Life)

Ink: CTMH (Sweet Leaf)

Ribbon: Papertrey Ink (Berry Sorbet)

Other: ScorePal

Sooo much to share!

First off, the April SheetLoad sneak peaks are up. This is a VERY exciting issue as one of my new favorite stamp companies is this months sponsor. Can you guess who? Go check out the rest of the sneak peaks here.

Second, Reanne lost her first tooth on Monday! My baby is growing up!! In case you are wondering the Tooth Fairy brought her $1 under her pillow and $1.25 to her grandmother's. Boy it's good to have grandparents, isn't it?

And last, but not least here is what's left of the Key Lime cupcakes I made last night. I LOVE Key Lime and found a recipe on the Wilton website for Key Lime Frosting, so i was on a mission last night. If you like Key Lime you will love, love, love this. I couldn't find the actual limes so I use Key Lime juice and zest from a regular lime.

Papertrey & Paper Crafts

Ok be sure to scroll down as I have two posts today!

First off I am giddy to be featured again as a Honarable Mention on Papertrey Ink's Guest Star Stamper for March. You can see the entire layout here.

I have been saying for a couple of years that I would enter the Paper Crafts Stamping Royalty contest, but have never actually created a submission..... that is until this year. I was bound and determined to follow through. I have read through the rules three times and don't see any mention of not being able to post my entries, so for your viewing pleasure I present...

There's no Place Like Home

I absolutely love how the Yellow Brick Road turned out.

A Very Merry unBirthday to You

The mushroom stamps are the new Studio G at Michael's. When I saw them I knew they would be perfect for this card. I hand colored them all with my Copic Markers.

Show us your SheetLoad

Be sure to check out the great CTMH prizes Melissa has donated for this month's Show Us Your SheetLoad! I can't wait to see what you have created with this month's sketch.

Spring Break Day 1

I was so proud of myself for not actually crying (although I did well up a bit) when Douglas's plan left. He looked so handsome!

So after we shipped him off, we jumped in the car and heading west. We arrived and had an awsome home made dinner at my mom's friends house. He raises cattle and they just had calves. Reanne wouldn't get too close. ;)

Today we went to the Royal Gorge. Doug, Reanne & I walked across. About half way Reanne says, " Reanne be brave, Reanne be brave." It was just tooo funny! Can't wait to see what adventures are in store for tomorrow.

Douglas's Big Adventure

I am so proud I can't stand it! Douglas leaves tomorrow for the Jr. National Young Leaders Conference in Wahsington D.C. He was nominated by his Math Club teacher "who recongnized him as one of a select group of students with scholastic merit, maturity and strenght of character to represent Bluejacket-Flint Elementary School at this unique leadership program for exceptional 6th & 7th graders." This is a once in a lifetime experience for him that we just couldn't pass up. The activities include: walking tour of Capitol Hill, activities on leadership & group meetings, visit to Harpers Ferry, tour of our Nation's Memorials, visit to the American History Museum, visit to the White House and more.

If you would like to help sponsor Douglas's trip you can do so through the Paypal Donate button at the top of the blog. Thanks!

CPS Sketch

Here's my take on this week's sketch over at CPS. I wanted to really showcase this beautiful paper called Modern Milan by Me & My Big Ideas that I found at Archiver's this week. Papertrey Ink's Pure Poppy ribbon went beautifully with it.

Supplies:

Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Mixed Messages, Wedding Day)

Paper: MMBI (Modern Milan), Stash (Blue & Orange Cardstock), ShortCuts (Frosted Card Blank)

Ink: Momento Black, Versamark Dazzle - Frost

Other: Nestabilities Labels 1, Papertrey Ink ( Pure Poppy Satin Ribbon), Fiskars Border Punch(Effervescence)

Read Across America

So this week I got the opportunity to read to Reanne's class. I really enjoyed it! Reanne requested I read Green Eggs & Ham. As part of the celebration, they had to take a picture of the wackiest place they could read a Dr. Seuss book. The trunk may not be too wacky, but it was the best we could do.

Going Green

So I have been totally enamoured with the new DCWV Green Stack. I just LOVE these papers!

My mom is always asking for masculine cards, so I thought this would fit the bill.

Supplies:

Cardstock: Neenah Classic Crest (Canyon Brown), DCWV (Green Stack ), Cougar (White)

Stamps: Papertrey Ink (Wise Owl, Journaling Lines)

Ink: CTMH (Sweet Leaf, Brown Bag, Cocao, Tulip)

Other: Making Memories (Letter Stickers), Buttons, Nestabilities Label 1

March SheetLoad - My Sketch Debut!

I am excited to announce the March issue of SheetLoad is ready. It's exciting for two reasons, first Alicia has changed the layout and you are going to love it! Second it's my debut as a Sketch Artist!! I want to send a special thanks Alicia for the opportunity. I hope you like what this issue has to offer.