Showing posts with label Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. Show all posts

Sunday, March 17, 2013

What God Has Prepared




I love this verse...it has rung true in my life over and over and over....






He is faithful and merciful!



Paper Crafts March Gallery Challenge



Word Art Wednesday Challenge #71

Word Art of 1Corinthians 2:9 is free at this lovely challenge!!!



stamp: Our Daily Bread Designs Scripture Series 3,Mama Elephant Trifecta
ink: Papertrey Ink New Leaf and Hawaiian Shores
die:Sweet n' Sassy New Beginnings,Thank You tag (Silhouette Cameo) sentiment panel
paper: Georgia Pacific white cardstock,American Crafts Sketchbook




Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Birds on a Wire Card



This is the last day for
Sweet 'n Sassy March Virtual Stamp Day Challenge #5: Feathers

SNSMAR13VSD5



I die cut a "birds on wire square card" ... and added color to a panel with Gelatos.







I used three different colors and swiped with a baby wipe to blend.

I scribbled alongside the edges and wiped to finish.
 

I am also submitting this to

Emphasize the Negative Challenge in the Moxie Fab World

and the

Ombre Challenge in the Moxie Fab World.



~Thanks for stopping by~





stamp: Inspired Stamps strength
other: Faber Castell Red Gelatos,Crop-a-Dile corner chomper
 ink: Hero Arts Quiet Morning Ink Cubes (Cup O' Joe)
 die: Alaa' Studio Birds on a Wire Square Card (Silhouette Cameo)
paper: Georgia Pacific white





Friday, March 8, 2013

Vertical Fence and a Butterfly





In light of my previous post....


you might be thinking....


"Wow, Marlena has some pretty great friends".



You would be right.






I am one of those people that needs lots of encouragement...LOL, and God has overflowed my life with that!!!

I felt this card fit Sweet 'n Sassy's

Keyword: SNSMAR13VSD1


I popped up the sentiment on a vertical fence-not the normal look for a fence, but that's ok.


True friends are not normal either...I call them miracles and gifts from God!



I am truly blessed when you stop by and visit, so thank you for peeking in today!




stamp: Sweet 'n Sassy New Beginnings,Papertrey Ink Counting My Blessings
die: fence (Silhouette Cameo),Papertrey Ink Counting My Blessings
paper: Georgia Pacific white,Authentique Lively
ink: Papertrey Ink True Black





Monday, March 4, 2013

NEVER too Late





Here is another for











Anything Goes




 Thank You for stopping in today~it's a blessing!



stamp: Sweet 'n Sassy New Beginnings
ink:  Hero Arts Just Beachy ink cubes (Soft Cantaloupe),Papertrey Ink Hawaiian Shores
die:Verve Pennant trim die
other: Teresa Collins Tell Your Story Die-Cut Accessory Sheet,MS fringe scissors
paper:Teresa Collins Tell Your Story DP,Georgia Pacific white cardbase







Monday, December 3, 2012

Mailbox Numbers in Neon




I'm hooked on the 



Keen On Neon Challenge in the Moxie Fab World.




This time, I found THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS embellishments in my leftover 

Mailbox Numbers stash.


 I couldn't throw those away...they are sticky and durable!


They are paintable too~yay!



So I used my Elmer's Neon Paint Marker~






 The message of Christmas is a NOW MESSAGE


and totally acceptable in NOW colors, if you ask me.









 It's the first Monday in December...what a special month ahead!





stamp: Sweet 'n Sassy Seek Him Still
 paper: Studio Calico Abroad DP,Georgia Pacific white cardstock,Bazzill green
 dies: Spellbinders Deckle Rectangles,Papertrey Ink Mat Stack 3, Sizzlet snowflakes,My Favorite Things Die-namics Christmas Ornaments
other: Papertrey Ink Herringbone Impression Plate,Crop-a-Dile Corner Chomper,glittery ribbon,Scor-Tape,Tombow glue,Elmer's Neon Paint Markers,Papertrey Ink True Black ink









Saturday, December 1, 2012

A Dash of Blues and Brown





I was 29 when I came to know Jesus.


I relate to the wise men who traveled many miles...


except my journey was

in years.



I wouldn't go back to being Marlena alone~
 
without Him.








This was a 10 minute card on the dot....


I used the last 45 seconds to finish the card off with a light blue (I forgot about that color being in the challenge).


10 Minute Craft Dash #7














stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Seek Him Still
ink: Memento Rich Cocoa,Ranger Tim Holtz walnut stain
dies: Spellbinders Deckled Rectangles
paper: Authentique Genuine,Georgia Pacific white,Bazzill light blue,DCWV Naturals stack
other: Crop-a-Dile corner chomper,Want2Scrap bling






Friday, November 23, 2012

Let Us Adore Him





Papertrey's challenge this week,

Make It Monday #92 Layered Vellum Die Cuts
hosted by Melissa



will take your card to a new 3D level.






Bring on the bright DP and layer it with vellum for a muted effect.


I love the inner belly goodness I was able to throw in between the vellum and DP layer-glitter and snowflakes.


I used the
Authentique November Sketch Challenge.






My colors are from






I couldn't do it....I could not bring myself to face the shopping madness.



Kudos to you who were brave enough to go out there and try! ;)




stamps: Papertrey Ink Shape Up Snowman Accessories,Sweet 'n Sassy Seek Him Still
dies: Papertrey Ink Shape Up Snowman, Winter Penguin,Photo Finish Strips Die,Spellbinders Label Eleven,Verve Pennant Trim
paper: Authentique Fresh,Journey,Lively and Georgia Pacific white
ink: Papertrey Ink Hawaiian Shores, Staz On black,Ranger Tim Holtz peeled paint
other: Crop-a-Dile Corner Chomper,Scor-Tape,Tombow glue,Zig marker,sewing machine









Wednesday, November 21, 2012

~Guide Us~





I love this stamp from Sweet 'n Sassy~perfect to ink up in blue!







I think I am over zealous for this challenge...since my favorite color is blue!!!






Plus, they gave us extra time to participate....so get your blues on!!!


stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Seek Him Still
dies: Papertrey Ink Edgers #1 Die
other: American Crafts satin ribbon,Scor-Tape,Fiskars rotary cutter deckle blade
paper: Georgia Pacific white,Teresa Collins DP
ink: Ranger Jenni Bowlin Spice Tin



Monday, October 22, 2012

~JUST BE~



I tend to OVERTHINK.



This stresses me out and leaves me emotionally paralyzed.



It's the "big sister" syndrome I carry.


Many times I need to just chuck it ~


 JUST BE 


and move forward.


I kept my card simple for a couple of fun challenges-it was that, or not participate!








I love the outfit at




I let the red and tan colors take the stage.


 I love the linage going on~I went with zigzaggy vs straight.


I took a cue from the open jacket and slanted the panel off of the cardbase for the challenge~






Yay for the grace to 

~ JUST BE ~



stamps: Verve Words of Wisdom
dies: Sweet 'n Sassy New Beginnings butterfly die,Verve arrow die
paper: Papertrey Ink kraft,My Mind's Eye All is Bright
ink: Memento Ink Rich Cocoa




Monday, October 15, 2012

~Virtual Stamp Day Sketch~




Sweet 'n Sassy had me on my toes these past few days!



I look forward to their monthly weekend challenges that I can sink my creative teeth into~so to speak. ;)










Challenge #3 is a lovely sketch.





Embellish Paint Color Trends Challenge




I used a glossy accents fabric paint (it was easy to just scribble it around the circle die).


Maybe I'll carve some time out to make another one for this challenge~I love these colors and playing with paint~


Thank you for stopping by today-it's such a blessing to have company~ ;)



stamps:Sweet 'n Sassy The Sea,My Favorite Things Christmas Ornaments Stamp
paper:Papertrey Ink Kraft,Georgia Pacific white,Piggy Tales grey
embossing folder: Cuttlebug Embossing Allegro folder
die: Spellbinders classic circles
ink: Papertrey Ink New Leaf and True Black
other: Fiskars Rotary cutter deckle blade,Tim Holtz distress tool,Crop-a-Dile corner chomper







Sunday, October 14, 2012

~Life Changes~




Sweet 'n Sassy Virtual Stamp Day


inspired me to put the teeniest, tiniest tag here...







I LOVE the bright colors of this week's throwdown.






I'm not always into embracing life's changes...are you?


However, WITH us or WITHOUT us accepting them~ they happen.


Can you imagine some things



 NOT CHANGING?




Ummm, that could be depressing or even boring.



What would there be to look forward to~


~where would the mystery be~




~what would be the point of praying~




stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy New Beginnings
dies: Sweet 'n Sassy Season of Change Leaf Die,Spellbinders Classic Circles,MFT Die-namics Christmas Ornaments (tag) and Sentiment Strips
border punch: Martha Stewart Laurel Leaf Trim
twine: My Mind's Eye Lime Twist "Life of the Party"
 ink: Tsukineko Memento Ink Tangelo
paper: Georgia Pacific White,Bazzill
other: Xyron,Scor-Tape 1/4"





~Save the TurKeys~




Challenge #2:Create a card using Kraft, Black and Ivory




I wuv this whittle guy...








Isn't he a hoot?


~Have a blessed day~




stamp: Sweet 'n Sassy Save the Turkeys
ink: Papertrey True Black
paper: Studio Calico Abroad DP,Georgia Pacific White,Papertrey Ink kraft
 dies: Spellbinders Large Labels, My Favorite Things Die-namics Sentiment Strips
other: Crop-a-Dile corner chomper


Monday, October 1, 2012

~fall card~





What-da ya know, another for today~








Flourishes Timeless Tuesday #188
fall theme


&

Retrosketches #31



This is a great sketch...not intimidating!




Have a great evening~


Supplies:


Clear Stamps:  Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps Tree Background, My Mind's Eye Rosy "Everything"
Paper: My Mind's Eye Six By Six Everyday Flair,Papertrey Ink Kraft,Bazzill orange
Punch: EK Medallion Chain
Other: Piggy Tales ribbon,Recollections Carnelian embossing powder,Sizzix Framelits Kite die,Crop-A-Dile corner chomper
Ink:Versamark ink,Rich Cocoa Memento Ink


Tuesday, September 25, 2012

~Mighty Oak in a Jar~





has beautiful inspirational photos to kick start ideas.




This is what I came up with~






I was also inspired by CAS-ual Fridays CFC71





&


week 55:punches or die cuts
week 33:anything goes
week 84:foliage (minus the one-layer feature)


Thanks for stopping by....oh...the leaves here are FINALLY SHOWING OFF THEIR COLORS~yayyyyyy!!!! ;)



Supplies:
Stamps:Papertrey Ink (Teach & Inspire,Friendship Jar Summer Fillers)
Dies:Papertrey Ink pint jar die,Sweet n' Sassy Season of Change Leaf Die
Paper:Georgia Pacific White cardstock


Thursday, September 20, 2012

~10 Minute Craft Dash~




It's time for the 10 Minute Craft Dash #3.




I missed #2 ~ had a week of on/off migraines and I was afraid that my head might explode if I pushed myself into a time crunch.



I love card making...but not in a lethal way.



It really is quite a rush to set a timer and challenge yourself...a fun rush when you're up to it! 




This one took 8 minutes/26 seconds without a migraine~









I had the butterfly and funky cloud just laying in my scrap pile feeling all lonely and sad.....




I'm so glad they found a home on this card.


There's movement all over this card~enough for







Just dive in and do it~it's fun!






Supplies:


Stamps: Verve Happy Days
Dies:Sizzix Framelits Kite set clouds,Sweet 'n Sassy New Beginnings butterfly die
Ink:Papertrey Ink Hibiscus Burst, Tsukineko Memento Ink Pear Tart and Dandelion
Paper: Georgia Pacific White cardbase,Authentique Lively,BoBunny Country Garden
Other: Want2Scrap rhinestone,Crop-A-Dile corner chomper





Wednesday, September 19, 2012

~A Kindred Spirit~


I have a friend who accompanied me (along with our children) to the city so I could get the ingredients for mochi.


Have you had it?

 It's a sweet, gooey dessert that my family loves.

I grew up in Hawaii, where you can pick up a container at the local drugstore (but it might have a black bean paste in the middle).

Since I'm no longer in Hawaii, I have to make my own(without the black bean).

I probably wouldn't have found the asian store without her.

She is such a sweet friend, and I was thinking of her today.


~Word Art Wednesday Challenge #46 is about friends this week~

I started with a fantastic sketch here, at Splitcoaststampers.
(SC403).




inspired me to create a dancing cityscape...







I used the colors at the Color Throwdown #210.





 Hope you are having a great week so far~thanks for peeking in today~


 Supplies

Stamps: 

Stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Together Silhouettes
Paper:Basic Grey Wander,Core'dinations Brown,Papertrey Ink Kraft
Die:Spellbinders Scalloped Circles
Punches: Martha Stewart Double Link Trim,Beaded Arcs
Ink:Papertrey Ink New Leaf,Tim Holtz Walnut Stain
Other:Piercing Tool,Crop-A-Dile Corner Chomper





Saturday, September 15, 2012

~Season of Change~



Unfortunately, a sympathy card is needed.



Sometimes I get too stuck on, "What do I say?"~I'm glad this sentiment made it easier.



I kept it simple for 

 the Virtual Stamp Day at Sweet 'n Sassy's (actually, it lasts a few 
days...YAYYYY!!!).
Create a card using at least three of the colors of Fall:
red, orange, yellow, green, and brown and ADD Kraft.

The Kraft can be card stock, twine, or ribbon.
There's green (Pistachio),orange and brown.
The leaf is die cut from Kraft.


I used staples for the rawness of change.



I pray if you are feeling raw today...that it soften more and more over time.




Supplies:


Stamp:Sweet 'n Sassy Season of Change
Dies: Sweet 'n Sassy Season of Change Leaf Die, Papertrey Ink Movers and Shakers Spinners Die Collection
Paper:Bazzill orange,Papertrey Ink Kraft,Studio Calico Abroad DP
Other:Fiskars Crimper,Scor-tape(1/8"),stapler
Ink:Tsukineko Memento Ink Pistachio



~Dress Accordingly~




I picked up a few new tops the other day.



When I snipped the tags...I was tickled to find a treasure...








A PERFECT SENTIMENT ON A GORGEOUS CANVAS!!!



I ripped the top half off to reveal the sentiment (reattached it below) and added the gold elastic.




I've got a couple more~what a blessing!



There's a paahhhh-TEH going on at Sweet 'n Sassy's September Fall Frenzy.




Also, I had in mind Moxie Fab's Tuesday Trigger:Envy Becomes You




I love the color combo.


I figured the fashion sentiment would bring to mind the snazzy shoes.


I used Memento Pear Tart and Teal Zeal to mimic the colors here.



Ummmm, envy never looked great on me.



Just sayin'. ;)




Thanks for stopping by~



Stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Season of Change,Waltzingmouse Teeny Trees for accent leaves
Ink: Tsukineko Memento Ink Pear Tart and Teal Zeal,Tim Holtz Tea Dye for edging
Other:recycled tag,Crop-A-Dile Corner Chomper
Paper:Papertrey Ink Kraft cardbase,Scor-Tape







~A Leaf and a Heart~



I love a Virtual stamp party!


I REALLY love when it falls on a weekend.


This CAS creation is for Sweet 'n Sassy's September Fall Frenzy






I picked up these adorable felt hearts in the clearance aisle recently~aren't they sweet?



There's a few days to participate...I'm working my way through them~


Have a great day~



Supplies:


Stamps: Papertrey Ink Teach and Inspire Sentiment
Die: Sweet n' Sassy Season of Change Leaf Die
Sticker: Pebbles Orange Blue Hearts
Ink:Tsukineko Memento Ink Teal Zeal
Other:Scor-Pal for scoring
Paper:Papertrey ink Kraft cardbase


 

Thursday, September 13, 2012

~Asymmetry~



The Card Design Handbook Challenges are going on at Moxie Fab World...









The Spellbinders Label is a scrap piece I stamped on...the rest were added to finish the card.



I put this off because I don't normally design this way (stacking)...but it's better than I had hoped.


I AM thankful...that part was easy. ;)



Blessings~





Supplies:



Paper: My Mind's Eye Six By Six Everyday Flair,Georgia Pacific White cardstock,American Crafts grey,Bazzill orange
 Dies: Spellbinders Label Four,Sweet n' Sassy Season of Change Leaf Die,Papertrey Ink Counting My Blessings Die
Other:Cuttlebug embossing folder,stapler,Copic marker to splatter
Stamp:Jenni Bowlin Ruler Border Clear stamp,Our Craft Lounge Shades of Fall
Ink: Tsukineko Memento Inks Tuxedo black,london fog and tangelo