absolutely awesome

Hi there! Sorry it's been so quiet around here this summer. My kiddos start school next week and I really hope to get into a better blogging routine then.

First up today I have a card to share using the Simon Says Stamp Absolutely craft die and On Edge stamp set.

The words "awesome" were stamped with various colors of Hero Arts shadow inks. And those three adorable hearts in the corner are from the Simon Stamp Stamp Mini Hearts craft die...a definite favorite of mine!

The background was stamped with the versatile Hero Arts Pinstripe background using Fresh Peach Shadow Ink.

Also, today I am thrilled to have cards up on both the Simon Says Stamp blog and Hero Arts blog! Here's a couple peeks at those cards...

Thanks for stopping by...hope you have an awesome day!

Hero Arts Stamp Your Story Blog Hop

Hi there! Welcome to my stop on the Hero Arts Stamp Your Story Blog Hop! Today we are showcasing some of the fabulous products from the Stamp Your Story line, which can be found HERE in the Hero Arts Online Store.

My card features both the Journal Letters and Sketchbook Letters clear stamp sets along with the Happy Thoughts and Little Moments woodblock sets.

The label frame looks like it is one stamp, but I actually combined the bracket and striped frame images from Happy Thoughts to create it. The stamps were super easy to line up with the help of a stamp-a-ma-jig. And I used my favorite new Mint Julep ink, which i'm a little addicted to right now. ;) Don't you just love it when you discover a new use for a stamp?!? It makes me just a tad giddy!

The letters were stamped with Neon Orange ink and the heart with Neon Pink ink. To finish off the card I covered the letters with Glossy Accents and the heart with Crystal Stickles to add lots of shine and texture!

Be sure to leave a comment on this post for your chance to win a giveaway from Hero Arts! They will randomly select a winner from all comments left along the hop.

Your next stop on the hop is the very funny and talented Julie Ebersole!

If you come across any broken links or would like to start the hop from the beginning just head on over to the Hero Arts Blog.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Summer Card Camp 2 Winner!

The winner of a spot in Summer Card Camp 2 is...

 Congrats, Steph! I have sent you an email.

Summer Card Camp 2 Giveaway!

 

Hi! I'm so excited to be a part of the next Online Card Class -- Summer Card Camp 2!

Here's a bit about the class...

Join your Online Card Classes Summer Camp counselors—Kristina Werner, Jennifer McGuire, and friends (including me!)—for a three-week adventure packed with cardmaking ideas! Each day, you’ll discover a new way to have fun with your cardmaking supplies, whether we’re exploring a color combo, transforming a design sketch, or learning a new technique together. Summer Card Camp 2 includes designs from over 40 guest artists (yay!), lively videos, PDFs containing step-by-step instructions, shopping discounts, and loads of giveaways! Plus, you’ll have lifetime access to all of the class content—talk about making that summertime feeling last! Summer Card Camp 2 runs July 8-29. Sign up now for only $35!

And I get to giveaway a spot in class! Just leave a comment on this post and I'll announce the winner on Tuesday, July 2nd.

Good luck!

BasicGrey Mint Julep

Hi there! Today I'm excited to be a guest on the Simon Says Stamp Blog -- check out my card HERE using the gorgeous Mint Julep collection from BasicGrey!

And I've also got a couple more cards to share with you here using that same collection.

I created a little window using a red frame a transparency tag from the Die Cuts & Transparencies pack. And I just love that stitched brad -- actually I love all of them in this line! It's one of those products that I'll have a hard time not hoarding. ;)

The next card features the garland and some stamps from the You & Me clear stamp set.

And that background is a page directly out of the Snippets pack -- so simple for quick and easy background!

Thanks for stopping by! I'll be back tomorrow morning with a fun giveaway!

BasicGrey Album Kit Winner!

Hi! Sorry for the delay on posting the winner of the BasicGrey Album Kit. The randomly selected winner is....

Congrats, Katie! I have sent you an email.

Have a great day! :)

Hero Arts Stamp Your Story Blog Hop

Hi and welcome to my stop on the Hero Arts Stamp Your Story Blog Hop! I'm so excited to share a couple cards with you today using some amazing new stamps!

These stamps are ideal for creating journals, scrapbooking and project life, but I wanted to show you how they can also work great for cards.

This first card uses the zig zag image from the Notebook Essentials stamp set to create the chevron design with a variety of red and pink inks. And that adorable little sentiment is from the My Words stamp set.

My next card features the awesome alphabet stamp set, Sketchbook Letters. I stamped the letters inside the Painted Circle and then die cut the circle. I also used the Brushed Frame, Stamp and Build and Notebook Essentials on the card.

Here are a few important details to note about the release of these new products:

      • The Stamp Your Story digital catalog can be viewed here.
      • Stamp Your Story products are currently shipping to retail stores around the world.
      • All Stamp Your Story products will be coming to the Hero Arts Online Store on May 15th.
      • Enter the new Stamp Your Story contest here.

Be sure to leave a comment on this post for your chance to win a prize package from Hero Arts! A winner will be drawn from all comments received on the blog hop.

Your next stop on the hop is my super sweet and talented sister, Tami!

And just in case you come across a broken link, you can find a complete list of blog hoppers on the Hero Arts Blog.

Thanks for stopping by!