Fun Stuff...

Today is the last day of previews for Clear Dollar Stamps. It's been wonderful to share what I've been up to during the month over the last couple of days. I'll be spending the next ten days make up my samples for next month's previews. Can't wait to get started on my assignments. So... what do I have for you today? A card and an altered promotional magnet.



When I first laid my eyes on the "Happy Rainbow" and "God Always Keeps His Promises" stamps I immediately knew what I was going to make with them. On one of my trips to my Mom's over the summer she had me clean out her fridge from the inside to the out and on the outside she had a ton of magnets. Two of which were clippy magnets from some miscellaneous medicine company. Those were the first to come down and instead of throwing them away I knew I could do something crafty with them and asked if I could have them. They've been in my stamping stash every since. I used one for this project and the other one I am saving for later. The recycled magnet came along relatively quickly once I figured out what papers I was going to use. From there I took the labels off and gave it a good washing. While it was drying I cut out some clouds and colored "Happy Rainbow". A ribbon here, some buttons there, and don't forget the pop dots and wha-la... the magnet was good as new. Actually it was better than new... it had been recycled. :-)



I am sorry to say that I don't have an exciting story to go along with my card but I will say that it is special. I used the upcoming December Stamp of the Month, Critter Log, to make it and during December it will be included for free with any $30 purchase instead of the usual $50 or more. How fun is that?!



We'll I better scadoodle for now. My mother-in-law is coming in from South Carolina this week and I need get unpacked from our Thanksgiving travels and clean house. I hope you have a splendid day and don't forget to checkout these links for more Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks:

Lori
Angela
Candy
Cassie
Katie
Kim
Laurie
Linda
Stacy
Sarah
Shawne
Tricia
Trudy

Smiles,


DETAILS:

GOD'S PROMISES
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Happy Rainbow & God Always Keeps His Promises
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Basic Grey Lime Rickey
INKPADS: Versa Magic Sahara Sand, Palette Ink Noir Black
COPIC MARKERS: C1, YR04, YR68, R46, YR31, E33, E51, Y06, Y08, G05, B05
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Promo Refigerator Magnet, Obscure Buttons from Bacsic Grey, Basic Grey Ribbons, Red Fiskars Zingz Stickers, Gelly Roll Sakura Pen
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES: Altered Object
HOPPY DAY
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Critter Log December 2009 SOM
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Blank Cream Notecard, DCWV The Stack III, Cream Cardstock
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black, Coffee Bean Brilliance Ink
COPIC MARKERS: Y15, YR04, W1, E57, E29, W7, G24, G02, G99
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Flower Confetti, Cuttlebug Embossing Folders, Bling Jewels, Prima Flowers, Flower Soft Sunshine Yellow, Shamrock Green, Christmas Green, Miscellaneous Sheer Ribbon, Flourish QuicKutz Die

"If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen."
1 Peter 4:11

It's a SET!

It's the day before the last day of sneak previews for Clear Dollar Stamps. I've had so much fun already putting together these samples and now I finally get to share them all! The December releases are all single stamps except for the Stamp of the Month set and we were challenged to make our projects not all cards. I think I ended up with just about half and half with my stuff.



Any how, instead of making a single card I decided to make a card set with a whole bunch of the single stamps. I did my theme half boyish and the other half girlie. The design was pretty simple with the main focus on the bright coloring. (Just gotta love them COPIC MARKERS!) I also added texture to the main swatch of background paper by dry embossing them with Cuttlebug folders. They were a snap to put together and now I have four more cards in my stash to mail or a set to give to someone as a Christmas gift. Hummmm... now that's a great idea!



There's more to see! Checkout these blogs for more CDS previews:

Lori
Angela
Candy
Cassie
Katie
Kim
Laurie
Linda
Stacy
Sarah
Shawne
Tricia
Trudy

Smiles,


DETAILS:
4 NOTECARD SET
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Teeny Stegosaurus, Something to Roar About, Ozzie Octopus, Heard You Have Your Arms Full, Ladybug Flower, Don't Let it Bug You, Chubby Chickadee, What a Tweet!
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Blank Cream Tri-Fold Cardstock, Miscellaneous Designer Paper Scraps
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black, Versa Magic Chalk Ink Night Sky & Tea Leaves, Black Copic Multiliner
COPIC MARKERS: C1, C3, C5, B00, B29, B95, 100, Y06, Y17, YR04, YG06,R29
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Fiskars Zing Sticker Accents, Blingy Flowers, Coulluzle Circles, Nestabilities Die, Cuttlebug Folders

"Sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear." 1 Peter 3:15

By the Way...

I forgot to mention that...for the month of December, Clear Dollar Stamps is offering the stamp of the month free with a $30 order instead of a $50 order!

One for Today...

I only have one Clear Dollar Stamps December new release sample to share today and it's not a card. :-) This time around I made a magnetic tic-tac-toe set. It's conveniently made with a thin 5x7 tin and the magnetic laminating Zyron machine. Once I had my design down, I think it took longer to color all the pieces than to put the rest of the game together. So what do you think?



Don't forget to stop by the other CDS design team blogs to see more of what's to come in December! Check these links:

Lori
Angela
Candy
Cassie
Katie
Kim
Laurie
Linda
Stacy
Sarah
Shawne
Tricia
Trudy



Smiles,


CARD DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Cowboy Boot & Cowboy Hat, Imperial Monogram, Hoofin It, Howdy Partner
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Cream TriFold Paper, Black Cardstock, DCWV Stack III
INKPADS: Coffee Bean Brilliance Ink, Palette Ink Noir Black
COPIC MARKERS: C1, Y06, R11, R46, BV29, BV23, E49, E33, E37
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS:Fiskars Zingz Sticker Accents, Brass Brads, 5x7 Tin, Sticks, Zyron Laminating/Machine, Creative Memories Circle Cutter

"And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth." John 1:14

New STAMPS for December...

It's such a special time to share the new designs that are coming up for the next month over at Clear Dollar Stamps. December is right around the corner and today is the first day of sneak peeks. What did I make this time around? Check it out!



Teeny T-Rex/Something to Roar About:
This little dino card is the first of four in a fun set of cards. Each one has the same design but with different debuting stamps. The rest of the cards in the set will be shared within the next couple of days. Regardless, I just love-love this little guy. I can see myself coloring him many different ways. He's just so cute!

Mr. Spike/You Make Me Smile:
It might be hard to tell what I made with "Mr. Spike" and the "You Make Me Smile" sentiment so I'm just gonna tell ya. It's a coaster picture frame. This is a type of project that can be made pretty quickly and the results are just plain fun. Pick your papers, find your matching inks and there you have it! :-)



DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Spike & You Make Me Smile
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: DCWV The Stack III, White Cardstock, Blank Coaster
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black, Versa Magic Chalk Inks - Tea Leaves & Night Sky
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Nestabilities Die, Gelly Roll Sakura Pen, Office Clip, Crop-A-Dile Corner Chomper 1/4" Setting



Cute Crown/If the Crown Fits:
Lastly here's a paperclip plastic box that I altered for my daughter's upcoming birthday. She loves princess stuff and I plan to use this box as jewelry box. She has many fun dress-up necklaces and this will make for a special place to keep her treasures.



DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Crown, If the Crown Fits
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Basic Grey Eva
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black & Burgundy, Versa Mark Pixie Dust & Pink Petunia
COPIC MARKERS: R11 & E04
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Bazzill Wings Bitty Blossom, Empty Plastic Box, SU! Circle Scallop Punch, SU! Ticket Punch
SPECIAL TECHNIQUE: Altered Item

So that's it for me for today. Be sure to check out the rest of the fabulous samples for Clear Dollar Stamps on these blogs:

Lori
Angela
Candy
Cassie
Katie
Kim
Laurie
Linda
Stacy
Sarah
Shawne
Tricia
Trudy
Tori

GUESS WHAT? If you shop today and tomorrow at CDS you'll receive 25% off on the stamps in your cart! The offer is good for Black Friday and ends on the 28th!

DON'T MISS OUT!!! Here's the link: CLEAR DOLLAR STAMPS

SMILES,


"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24

Stamping Stuff...

It was a wonderful day with my family today. I praise God for my many blessings. Happy Thanksgiving to all! :-)

On the crafty side, I've been saving my last two CDS creations for today. So here they are. Two of my last new release cards for November. Each one has their own special touch... from cute to old fashion. I just love the contrast in styles.



Smiles,


CARD DETAILS:

JUST CHILLIN' POLAR BEAR
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Just Chillin'
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Basic Grey Eskimo Kisses, Blank Notecard, Black Cardstock
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black, Burnt Umber, Charcoal Grey, Versa Magic Chalk Ink Wheat
COPIC MARKERS: R02, R29, R46, R59, C1, B00, YR61, Multiliner Black
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Sakura Quickie Glue Pen, White Fun Flock, SU! Dazzling Diamonds, Stickles Icicle, Provo Craft Die, Making Memories Note Worthy Felt Flower, Snowflake Punch, Blingy Jewels, Corner Punch, Ranger Matte Accents, Provo Craft Deckle Scissors

VINTAGE TRAIN MASCULINE CARD
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Vintage Train
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: The Angel Company Rustic Chic, Sahara Sand Cardstock, Black Cardstock, Cream Blank Notecard
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black & Burnt Umber, Versa Magic Chalk Ink Sahara Sand & Cloud White
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Nestabilities Dies, Robin's Nest Dew Drops, Magic Mesh, & Cuttlebug Embossing Folder

"Holy, holy, holy, is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory." Isaiah 6:3b

By the WAY...

Hey there. I have been meaning to share this awesome new site that offers classic books for the computer as audio and text files. Go check it out:

Audio Automations

It's new to the web and will be expanding their library regularly.

Have fun!

Smiles,


*PHOTO: My sister Cassandra took this snapshot of me with my camera yesterday. We had a chance to go thrifting and hangout.*

The Day Before...

Yeppers, it's the day before Thanksgiving. What are you doing tonight? Me? I am enjoying some quiet time before I head off to bed. :-) Guess what I got to do today? I put pictures into two scrapbooks for one of my mom's friends. What was really cool was that the scrapbooks were ones that I made and that she purchased! I can't wait for her to see the final product. It's always a joy to see how happy something I've made can make another person. What a blessing to be a part of that.

Anyhow, here's a card I made with Clear Dollar Stamps' new release set in honor of their FIVE YEAR celebration. It's called "Birthday Celebrations". Oh so yummy!!!



Well, that's it for now. I hope you have a very blessed Thanksgiving.

Smiles,


CARD DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Birthday Celebrations
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Miss Elizabeth Blank Notecard, Cocoa Cardstock
INKPADS: Palette Ink Burnt Umber & Versa Magic Sahara Sand
COPIC MARKERS: E71, E77, V12, B00
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Prima Flower, Making Memories Antique Copper Brad, MS Ribbon, MS Edge Punch

"Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever." Hebrews 13:8

Clear Dollar Stamps...

Go checkout the Clear Dollar Stamps' blog... Clearly iStamp! They've posted their second inspired challenge. Too fun!

Here's the link: Clearly iStamp

I didn't get a chance to do the sketch but I do have a a card from this month's new releases to share. I made it with "Welcome to Parenthood" and some oldies but goodies "Monkey Madness" & "Monkey Accessories". Just gotta love the sentiment cause you know it's true!

Smiles,


CARD DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Welcome to Parenthood & Monkey Madness
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Basic Grey Eva, Black Textured CS, White Cardstock, & Blank Gatefold Notecard
INKPADS: Palette Ink Noir Black, Versa Magic Chalk Ink Key Lime & Black Magic
COPIC MARKERS: B00, C1, E04, BV23, RV13, E43,E31, E51
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Brides Ivory Pearl Seals, Queen & Co Fab Flowers Kissy Fit, Silk Flowers, Misc Ribbon, Nestabilities Die, Tonic Corner Punch

"I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust." Psalm 91:2

Hello...

Yes, Christmas is right around the corner and do I have any cards done? Hummm... insert good excuse here! Instead of a card I have this fun little ditty I made with Clear Dollar Stamp's new "Holiday Patterns" set . It's an altered notepad. Here I can keep a Christmas shopping list and so on. What do you think? :-)

Although I haven't been sharing much of my crafty stuffs lately, I have been crafting. On that I haven't really shared what has been going on in my personal life either. So on the crafty side I've been sticking to creating my DT assignments and getting my craft show items done. It's been tough not to sway from what I need to do versus getting inky for fun... like sketch challenges and playing with other stamps in my stash. So many lovely stamps that need some ink are just a waiting for me!

So what's been going on in my personal life lately? My husband has been working very hard to get our power system going. It's a very long but rewarding task and we are moving forward on the project. We've also had a death in our family. My husband's grandfather passed away last week. His memorial was last Saturday. Compared to the funerals I've been to the memorial was easier to get through. The service was thoughtfully done and it was nice to meet so many of Andrew's dad's side of the family. I am so thankful for their kindness and I am relieved that Grandpa Grant was a saved man. I know I will see him one day in heaven. Praise the LORD!

With my side of the family my sister was diagnosed with diebetes, high blood pressure, and congestive heart failure in July. I know I've shared it before. I was able to see her in August. It was too short of a visit but it went really well and I was so thankful to spend some time with her. Well, she was in the hospital over the weekend with pneumonia and the flu. She was able to go home during the week and had a follow-up appointment today. Her heart is doing better but now her lungs are effected. Please pray for Brenda. I so want her to recover and live a full and long life.

Thanks so much!

Smiles,


CARD DETAILS:
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Holiday Patterns
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: The Angel Company Merry Wishes, Memo Pad, Basic Grey Eskimo Kisses, White Cardstock, Olive Cardstock
INKPADS: Palette Ink Red & Green, Versa Magic Chalk Ink Sahara Sand, Brilliance Ink Pearlescent Ivy
STICKLES: Christmas Red, Green, Frosted Lace
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Red Ribbon, Nestabilities Dies, SU! Tag Punches, Green Staples, Green Ric-Rak, Making Memories Buttons, Bling Jewels

"And God is able to make all grace abound toward you: that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:" 2 Corinthians 9:8

Neglected?

I know my blog has been neglected lately. It may be neglected but definitely not forgotten. We are in the midst of a major project here at the cabin and it's very consuming. Besides that there's always the stuff that comes up. During that time I am thankful to have a God to share my burdens with and friends and family that pray for us.

On the lighter side, here's a sample of one of the items I will be selling at the craft show later this month. It's a gift card holder. I found the tutorial over on Julie Bluher's blog, Paper Pleaseing Ideas. Here's the link: Gift Card Holder Folder.



I hope you are delighting in a wonderful day and thank you so much for checking in on me!

Smiles,

Reminder...

Today is the last day of the Candy Caper over at Clear Dollar Stamps. I hope you had fun with the birthday celebration!

Smiles,

Happy Birthday to Clear Dollar Stamps!

It's time to celebrate Clear Dollar Stamps' five year birthday! To get it started the great CANDY CAPER has begun over at Clearly iStamp. Both Lori McKroskey and Laurie Wilson designed a special stamp set in CDS's honor. Head on over to Clearly iStamp for the complete details on the great CANDY CAPER! You don't want to miss the prizes and fun!

Here's a card that made with the new Birthday Celebration set. There are more "Birthday Celebration" creations to view head on over to these DT member blogs:

Trudy
Tricia
Stacy
Candy
Laurie



CARD DETAILS:
BIRTHDAY CAKE CELEBRATIONS
ALL CDSTAMPS LLC STAMP SETS USED: Birthday Celebration
CARDSTOCK AND PAPERS: Blank Notecard, Basic Grey Sultry
INKPADS: Palette Ink Burnt Umber, Versa Mark
STICKLES: Gold, Fruit Punch, Cinnamon
COPIC MARKERS: RV10, RV13, E37, Atyou Spica Gold
ACCESSORIES AND EMBELLISHMENTS: Pebbles Shimmer Chalk, May Arts Pink Polka Dot Ribbon, Misc Sheer Olive Ribbon, Silk Flower, Marvy Flower Punch, Clear Sakura Gelly Roll Pen
SPECIAL TECHNIQUE: Stamped Designer Paper Challenge

" For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God." I Corinthians 1:18