CPS Sketch #168

The [Stamps] Of Life is the sponser of CPS (Sketch #168) this week. The instant I saw this sketch I knew it was perfect for the "hip2be" set. This is a fun set with lots of different squares. This card was a snap with the sketch for inspiration. The rub-on is by Royal & Langnickel while the embossing folder is by Sizzix. The black ribbon is by Offray. Fast and easy....a wonderful thing in summer with school out and all the other summer actitivies going on. :) Be sure to check out all the fun stamps sets at The [Stamps] Of Life. Are you ready for the last episode of "Lost?" We fixed an early dinner and all of us are in our comfy chairs parked in front of the TV. I hope it will finally answer some questions and not leave us still "Lost." While we're hoping, let's hope the actor that plays Sawyer gets another hit show SOON. I'll miss him the most. (Wink, wink.) :) Thanks for stopping by and visit again soon.

Shy Flower Card

The movie this week at Cinema Saturday Creative Challenge is Becoming Jane. Jane Austen is much beloved at our house. Then with the added challenge of using pearls and flowers, well who could resist? :) My card's main focal point is a beautiful flower by Prima Marketing. The image is from a CD called Victorian Vintage Blank Labels by Lunagirl. The pearls are by Prima Marketing and the embossing folder is by Sizzix. The computer font is one called Edwardian Script. The lace is some I found at a fabric store several years ago. I've made it to day nine of "my" challenge (of doing a card a day from one of the challenge blogs). Hope you are having a super weekend. We've been having a nice one staying home, grilling and swimming. I've also been trying to catch up on some of my favorite TV shows. I had gotten behind with Justified (really like this new show on the FX network) and Flash Forward (this one has been cancelled...Not too surprised about that since I couldn't see the show story line going much further but it 's been interesting.) Thanks for stopping by. Visit again soon to see if I have created another card with "my challenge. :)

All That I Am Card

Stampin'B's Design Challenge #59 is to use three circles on your card. I've had this stamp from Stamp Francisco for a long time just waiting to be used. The papers and sticker are by Basic Grey (new Cappella collection). The rub-on is by Royal & Langnickel. The rhinestones are by My Mind's Eye. Last night went to see the new movie, "Letters To Juliet" with my two daughters. The theatre was full with mostly women and a "few" men (that had been dragged by their wives or girlfriends). :) I talked to one of the guys there though after it was over and they liked it more than they thought they would. Said it was good and very funny. :) Which says it all....it is good and funny. I'll be adding this one to my DVD movie collection. It makes me want to pack my bags for Italy (gorgeous scenery in the movie). My daughter got to spend five weeks in Italy last summer taking a college course. It was particularly fun for her to watch. :) Well, I've made it to day eight of "my" challenge. Whew....can I last another week or two or three? :) Thanks for visiting...Have a great weekend.

Aloha Card

I have a quick card to share with you today that is good for three different challenge sites: Cute Card Thursday (Sketch), Charmisa Cardz (3-D), and Paper Take Weekly (Say It With Flowers). The patterned paper is by Prima Marketing (so are the flowers). The rubber stamps are by Hampton Art (I put foam tape under the lanterns to make them 3-D). The embossing folder is by Sizzix. The brad is by Imaginisce. I used ink pads by Clearsnap (Vivid in pink and turquoise). My trip to Michael's got cancelled yesterday due to weather. I was glad I didn't go as most of the city was out of power I later found out (which meant the stores had to close). I had thought I might go today but again the rain and storms are going on. Oh well. :) I've made it to day seven of "my" challenge (of doing a card a day for a challenge blog). It has been fun and I am starting to get curious to see how long I can last. :) Do you have fun plans for your Friday night? Thinking that my girls and I will go see the new movie "Letters To Juliet" tonight. This one looks like a good "chick" flick.:) Thanks for stopping by.

Relaxing Flamingo Card

How about a card challenge that has to have a photo plus embossed paper? That's the one that was posted Tuesday for Cuttlebug Challenge. I've had the flamingo photo printed out for a couple of weeks that was begging to be used. :) The stamps are by Hampton Art. How about that flamingo stamp being a "match"? :) The embossing folder is by Cuttlebug and the ribbon is by Offray. Let me give a big "WoooHooo" this afternoon for two reasons. First, I made it to day six of "my" challenge (to do a card everyday from one of the challenge sites). Second, I'm going to Michael's in about an hour. The nearest one for me is nearly 70 miles away but my hubby has a meeting tonight and I'm tagging along to shop (at Michael's). IF the weather cooperates, it's looking pretty stormy on the radar and I hate traveling in this kind of weather. Remember I'm in the South where there are tornadoes pretty regular. :) Boo to the weather this afternoon. :) I have all these visions of new ribbons, Slice cartridges, etc. and the "weather troll" is not playing fair. :) Cross your fingers, toes and eyes I get to go....I may just have to put my big girl underwear on and go anyway. :) Thanks for stopping by and come back soon to see how long I can last on "my" challenge. :)

Good Adventure Card

When I saw the challenge at City Crafter Challenge Blog I knew I had to do it! I always enjoy a Paris themed challenge. It's a good excuse to use some of those Paris related stamps, papers, diecuts, etc. :) So here I go at day 5 of "my" challenge to do a card every day from one of the challenge sites. This card has a beautiful Eiffel Tower stamp by Stampsmith. The tag and paper are by Teresa Collins. The pretty red flowers are by Prima (one of my favorite companies). The brads are by My Mind's Eye. The border at the bottom of the tag is a punch by Martha Stewart. The small rub-on letters are by Royal & Langnickel. After my trip to the doctor yesterday, I'm feeling much better! Maybe that shot was worth it. Wink! :) Thanks for stopping by and come back soon. I know you'll want to see how long I can last on "my" challenge. :)

Twice As Nice Friends Card

Sharing a fast and fun card I made for the Charisma Cardz Challenge/Week 19. You have to have food or drink on your creation. I found the cute images in one of my Crafty Secrets booklets. The cardstock and patterned cardstock are by Diecuts With A View. The flower is by Prima Marketing and the brads are by Basic Grey. The rub-on word "Friends" is by Royal & Langnickel. So far I'm up to day four of the challenge to myself of creating at least one card for a challenge blog. Let's see how long I'll be able to continue....I've done this one with a sinus infection no less. :) Come visit again and see if I can continue on....who knows what I'll do when I kick this sinus problem. (Wink!)