Virtual Smooches: Mass Production Series- Birthday cards (video 2)

Hello, friends:}

Today is my day to share a video over on the  Paper Smooches video blog- Virtual Smooches! **Note: Thursdays and/or Fridays are my NEW days to post on the VS blog:) 

Today I'm sharing 6 cards that I created using ONE design and washi tape (as well as PS stamps/dies)---- 4 are masculine and 2 are more for the females:) I am working hard to get all of the 15 birthday cards completed before I leave for our trip next month!

Here's a sneak peek of my video:

THANKS so much for stopping by--- be sure to go HERE for my video! Be blessed:}

Paper Smooches SPARKS October Designer Drafts challenge

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Today we start our last weekly challenge over at Paper Smooches SPARKS blog!! This week we are sharing a DESIGNER DRAFT challenge. 

This week we are inspired by the following sketch:

**Sentiments can be placed anywhere on the sketch.

Because this is our last sketch challenge... I decided to be ME! I changed this sketch again, but I think you will see how it inspired me;)

I used several PS stamps and dies for this card including the Paper Smooches Lots of Love, Smoocheroos, Uplifters, Word Bubbles dies, Love & Cherish dies, and the Ornaments dies dies. I just love these Studio Calico papers (from like a year ago--- Here + There)! I thought they would be perfect for an anniversary card for Trav. I'm hoping to sneak this in my suitcase so that I can give it to him while we are in Paris for our anniversary:) Hopefully he doesn't see it beforehand! 

That's it for me today--but be sure to stop by the other Paper Smooches SPARKS DT members' blogs, get inspired, and leave them some love. ****NOTE: Today is this PSS DT group's last week sharing creations! THANK YOU so much to the team for making my job fun and easy! Many blessings to you ❤️ LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU all so much! *******NOTE: this week is the LAST week for the PSS challenges! I will be joining in the fun for the PS monthly challenges NEXT week! I'm super excited for this new adventure and hope that you will join in the fun with me:) 

Audrey

Lisa

Erin

Heather

And don't forget to stop by the Paper Smooches SPARKS blog for more details!!!! This challenge ends October 31st. I cannot wait to see what you make!!! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Paper Smooches SPARKS: Anything Goes (wk3) challenge

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Today we start another weekly challenge over at Paper Smooches SPARKS blog!! Another Anything Goes challenge starts today!   

That's right--you get to create ANYTHING you want (as long as you use Paper Smooches stamps)!! This is the BEST challenge ever!!! 

I created a very simple card today. I needed something quick since I was out of town and not in the studio for almost a week! YIKES! 

I used some of my old Chickaniddy Crafts papers along with 2 washi tapes for the background. I used LOTS of PS stamps and dies including: Love & Cherish, Thanks Word, and the Gift Tags dies along with the We Adore You stamp set! LOVE LOVE LOVE my PS stamps/dies! Layer it all together, add some thread and mini staples... and there you have it! Quick and EASY:) LOVE it! 

That's it for me today--but be sure to stop by the other Paper Smooches SPARKS DT members' blogs, get inspired, and leave them some love. 

Alice

Lisa 

Erin

Jenny

And don't forget to stop by the Paper Smooches SPARKS blog for more details!!!! This challenge ends May 23rd. I cannot wait to see what you make!!! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Paper Smooches SPARKS: April Picture Perfect challenge

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Today we start another weekly challenge over at Paper Smooches SPARKS blog!! This week is a Picture Perfect challenge.  

This week we are inspired by the following picture:

Picture: Credit

I think that there are lots of different things you could be inspired by from this photo.... I decided to go with texture/3D elements. 

I created a beautiful Mother's Day card using items from my stash (counts for the Sav Challenges! LOVE it!) I used the NEW Paper Smooches Fringe die for my 3D embellishments. I created those tassels using vellum--- soft and still bold! I also used the PS Ornaments dies for the circle, along with the Hearts die and We Adore You and Blossoming Buds stamp sets. LOVE x10000000!  I added some Imagine Crafts Wedding Dress Pico Embellisher to make the alphas stand out. Simple and fun-- perfect for Trav's Mom:)

That's it for me today--but be sure to stop by the other Paper Smooches SPARKS DT members' blogs and leave them some love. 

Katie

Larissa

Lori

Lynn

And don't forget to stop by the Paper Smooches SPARKS blog for more details. This challenge ends April 18th. I cannot wait to see what you make--I actually can't wait to see what you are inspired by in this photo!!

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:} 

Paper Smooches SPARKS: March Anything Goes (wk3) challenge

Hello, friends:}

Today we start another weekly challenge over at Paper Smooches SPARKS blog!! Another Anything Goes challenge starts today!   

That's right--you get to create ANYTHING you want (as long as you use Paper Smooches stamps)!! This is the BEST challenge ever!!! 

I created a card inspired by a layout I found on Pinterest--- I think my card looks good! That's not what I originally thought though! LOL! 

I used some of my journaling cards to create this birthday card. I used lots of Imagine Crafts/Tsukineko inks, spritz  and their gold embossing powder! LOVE! I only used 2 PS stamps: Happy Birthday and Geobasics. This was a simple card to complete, but then again it wasn't! LOL! I said earlier that I didn't really like it... that was until I kept adding more and more details! Once I added the washi tape, ink splatters, homemade brad and thread... I liked it so much more! And then I added the sequins from Pretty Pink Posh--- PERFECT! It's a winner:) And I think my Sister-In-Law Jamie will get this for her birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Jamie!!!! 

That's it for me today--but be sure to stop by the other Paper Smooches SPARKS DT members' blogs, get inspired, and leave them some love. 

Alice

Lisa 

Erin

Jenny

And don't forget to stop by the Paper Smooches SPARKS blog for more details!!!! This challenge ends March 21st. I cannot wait to see what you make!!! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

BRI: GUEST DESIGNER Recap

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**After 8am EST- please click HERE to check out my Imagine Crafts video and creation! 

Today I'm sharing my creations that were featured over on the Butterfly Reflections Ink blog on Sunday. Be sure to stop by HERE to check them out and leave some love! 

I've got a couple of projects to share with you today-- both use some amazing products available in the BRI store! First up, I'm sharing a fun journal project and video! **Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

You can definitely recreate this project using any journal and Amy Tangerine Plus One Mixed Tape washi tape or your favorite washi tape from the BRI store! 

Next I want to share a super fun card using exclusive BRI stamps!!! I used the Over the Rainbow stamp set to create this fun and cheery card. I also used the We R Memory Keepers Script embossing folder for the background design--- LOVE that the neon rainbow made from washi tape is next to the embossed word SUN!

That's it for me today! I can't wait to share my next project later on this month! 

Be sure to stop by the BRI store for awesome deals and great product... and FAST shipping! 

Thanks so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Butterfly Reflections Ink GUEST DESIGNER {post1}

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**Please click HERE for my Paper Smooches SPARKS post and creation! 

I've got a special treat for you today--- I was asked to be the August Guest Designer for Butterfly Reflections Ink! LOOOOOOOOOOOVE it! 

I'm sharing two projects (a card and a video) over on their blog today. Please stop by HERE to check them out and leave some love!! Here's some sneaks: 

And be sure to stop by their crafty store HERE for awesome deals and great product... and FAST shipping! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Paper Smooches SPARKS August Picture Perfect challenge {post2}

Hello, friends:}

***After 8am EST- please click HERE for my Butterfly Reflections Ink GDT post and video! 

Today we start another weekly challenge over at Paper Smooches SPARKS blog!! This week is a Picture Perfect challenge.  

This week we are inspired by the following picture:

Picture: Credit

I found inspiration in the jars, paintbrushes, and washi tape. I went with a clean look too... white cardbase... simple design... LOVE IT!  

I used the Paper Smooches Crystal Clear stamp set along with brushes from the I Heart Art and Just a Note sets. I added a die cut sentiment from the Quote Tag dies. LOVE that neon washi tape and brad! 

That's it for me today--but be sure to stop by the other Paper Smooches SPARKS DT members' blogs and leave them some love. 

Katie

Larissa

Lori

Lynn

And don't forget to stop by the Paper Smooches SPARKS blog for more details. This challenge ends August 16th. I cannot wait to see what you make--I actually can't wait to see what you are inspired by in this photo!!

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}