Splitcoast TSC0831

The challenge this week for the TSC on SCS was given by Lesley - to make an all white card with gold and lace.  I didn't put lace per se on my card, but, rather, used by EF that resembles lace.

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Tree Greetings by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  MFP White Heavy Premium 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Versamark
Accessories:  Sizzix EF; Ranger Fine Gold Embossing Powder

We here in Illinois are anxiously awaiting the rain they keep predicting from the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac.  The weather stations keep saying we will be getting 3-9 inches of rain over the week-end - but, as yet, just a few sprinkles have arrived!

While the rain will not be much help for the corn crop - which is being harvested currently - it would certainly help the wildlife and trees, etc.  Keep your fingers crossed!!

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

MFP Tutorial Time on SpeedyTV 8-31-2012

Debbie Moran is tendering the challenge this week for the Tutorial Time on SpeedyTV design team - and that's to use chalk and a blending pen.  Now - I used chalk once before in a card class - but didn't use a blending pen.  This time it was a bit easier - but I really need lots of practice using chalks and a blending pen!  However, I need to invest in another group of chalks - as this set didn't really have a pretty red color!  Why not try your hand at it and enter your card in the challenge - you could win a prize!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Snow Gifts by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  Memory Box Mistletoe DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Tuxedo Black - Chalks
Accessories:  Dove Blender Pen

As always, I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to leave your comments!!  Later gator!

CCEE Stampers Challenge 08-30-2012

Anne Harmon is our hostess this month and a very talented member of our awesome DT.  Anne's challenge this week is a "Back to School" theme.  Anyone with kids will need cards for kids, teachers, teachers aides, etc.  So, why not join us at the CCEE Stampers Challenge Blog, drop your card into Mr. Linky - so that we can all enjoy your wonderful card(s).

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Lesson Learned by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  Paper Studio School DP; MFP White Premium Heavy CS; MFP Scrambled Eggs CS
Ink:  Copics: Books: R24, 22, 20; YG05, 03, 00; and E43, 41, 40
Accessories:  SU Ribbon and Pop Dots

Thanks for dropping by - later gator!

MFP Sketch With a Twist and Simple Salutations

There are two fairly new challenges over at Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co. and they are on Tuesday and Wednesday of each week.  The Tuesday challenge is called Sketch With a Twist and Wednesday's challenge is called Simple Salutations.  This week Sketch With a Twist #9 is "no sketch", i.e., make a card that would be hard to sketch; and Simple Salutations #9 is anything goes - but you still need a sentiment on the front of your card.  Why not drop by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.'s challenge blog and at the top of the home page are direct links to each of these fun challenges!  And, at each of these challenges - you could win one of MFP's awesome stamp sets!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Oh, Crab by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  Vanilla CS and MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  B93, 91, 26, 23, 18,16, 14, 06, 04, 02, 01, 0000; BG57, 47. 45, 34, 32, 23; G43, 40, 24, 21, 14 and 12
Accessories:  Glamour Dust Glitter; Bella's Baubles blue/green and pop dots

Thanks for stopping by!

MFP FOSTV 35 and Speedy Fox & Friends122

Good morning - another Monday has rolled around already!  This side step card is for two challenges for Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.:  FOSTV 35 - Labor Day (Labor day always meant my return to school as a kid - although these days it's mid-August); and Speedy Fox & Friends 122 - use a different fold and I've used a side step card.

Hope you have a wonderful Monday - don't forget to smile!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Lesson Learned by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; SU Choc. Chip
Ink:  Copics:  Apple:  R29, 27, 24, 22 and 20, YG07, 05, 03, 00 and E57; Books: Y08, 06, 04, 02, 00; B26, 24, 21 and YR07, 04 and 02
Accessories:  Pop Dots

Thanks for stopping by and check out these challenges at Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co. challenge blog!  There are prizes to be won!

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

Squigglefly Challenge 08-27-2012

This cute image was one of the newly released images titled Girl and Cat by Fawn Palmer for Squigglefly.  And, the challenge today at Squigglefly is given by Holley's Hobbyists - to make a card with a back to school or Autumn theme - you can use images, embellishments - anything that deals with these two themes.  Another new artist is joining Squigglefly - Keith Williams.  Be sure and take a trip over to Squigglefly and check out Keith's work.  We hope to see you at Squigglefly's challenge blog this week with your awesome cards - and - you might win a prize!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Girl and Cat by Fawn Palmer for Squigglefly
Paper:  My Mind's Eye Miss Caroline - Howdy Doody DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  Shorts:  B97, 95, 93, 9; Shirt/Shoes: R85, 83, 81; Hat: YR24, 23, 21 and 20; Skin: E11, 00, 000 and R21; Hair: E17, 15, 13 and 11; Kitty: W7, 5, 3, 1
Accessories:  MFP Leaf Brad

Thanks for your visit - later gator!

Squigglefly for Outlawz 8-26-2012 Challenge

This sweet and adorable image is from Squigglefly by Marla Shega.  It actually had the puppy sitting in a room with a cup of tea, but I used only the cute puppy.  This card is going to be for the Outlawz Sunday challenge - CAS - animals.

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Tea Time Pup by Marla Shega for Squigglefly
Paper:  MFP White premium heavy white 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  Puppy:  E57, 55, 53, 51, 50; Cushion: B97, 95, 93 and 91
Accessories:  SU label punches

Thanks for taking a look and I always appreciate your visits and comments!  Later gator!

MFP's Tutorial Time on SpeedyTV 8-24-2012

Hop over to Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.'s Tutorial Time on SpeedyTV for the latest tutorial - a criss cross card - presented by Lois Bak!  Use the hot link above and once you arrive at SpeedyTV, click on the Tutorial Time tab and then click on the most current tutorial date!  This was a fun card to make - lots of possibilities!  Lois did an awesome job presenting this tutorial!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Christmas Cardinal by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  SU Christmas DP
Ink:  SU Real Red
Accessories:  Corner Rounder Punch; Tab Punch; Scissors; Pop Dots

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

Squigglefly Sneak Peaks

 

Outside of Card

 

Inside of Card

 

 

This is a new set of inside/outside images from Lynne Stansbery for Squigglefly titled Inner Peace.  This little gal probably did have serene and inner peace until she smelled the oatmeal/raisin cookies baking!!  Lynne Stansbery has some awesome images at Squigglefly - and you should check her out - along with all of the other artists at the wonderful shop!

 

 

And, check out this  next pretty image - it's by Lynne Stansbery as well - titled Ornament 5.  I think it's a lovely and elegant image!

 



Card Recipes:

Stamp:  Inner Peace (Inside/Outside Images) by Lynne Stansbery for Squigglefly
Paper:  Little Yellow Bicycle Hello Spring DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  Outfit:  YG05, 05, 03 and 01; Skin: E11, 00, 000 and R21; Hair: E57, 55, 53 and 50; Shading: BG000, 0000

Stamp:  Ornament 5 by Lynne Stansbery for Squigglefly
Paper:  Bo Bunny Midnight Frost Collection DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; SU Night of Navy CS
Ink:  Copics: B99, 97, 95, 93, 91, 00 and C1
Accessories:  Icicle Stickles

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

CCEE Stampers Blog Challenge 8-23-2012

Anne Harmon, one of the very talented ladies on the DT, is our challenge hostess for August.  For today's challenge, Anne would like us to do "paper piecing" on our cards.  We hope you'll put your cards into Mr. Linky at the CCEE Stampers Challenge Blog for everyone to enjoy!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Garden Art by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  Basic Grey Origins DP; DP paper scraps for the piecing; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics
Accessories:  Spellbinder's Lacy Circles Circles Dies; SU ribbon

Thanks for stopping by - I appreciate your visits!!

Marker Pop Challenge and Outlawz Challenge - Back to School 8-20-2012

This cute image is called Back to School Bear by Diane Carubia for Squigglefly!  Isn't he sweet as can be?!  I'll be entering this in the Marker Pop and Outlawz Monday challenge.  You can use the hotlink above and go directly to Squigglefly's shop and check out their wonderful selection of images and sentiments.

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Back to School Bear by Diane Carubia for Squigglefly
Paper:  School DP by Paper Studio; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; MFP Hazelnut Tan CS
Ink:  Copics:  Bear:  E29, 27, 25, 23; Muzzle: E43, 41; Nose, Ear, Paw pads: R21, E41; Pencil:  YR24, 23, 21, E44, 43; Apple: R27, 24, 22, E44, YG05; Books: B28, 26, 24; Y08, 06, 04 and E40
Accessories:  Twinery Denim Twine; SB Circle Dies; Cuttlebug EF

Thanks for stopping by - I always appreciate your visits!!  Later gator!

There's Magic in the Air 8-20-2012

It's time for There's Magic in the Air challenge (runs for 2 weeks).  Today, one of the DT members, Gloria, is giving the challenge to "Just Say Hello."  And, there is a freebie to pick up and use for the card - titled Greetings.  Isn't this little guy cute as can be with flowers in hand?!

So, you have 2 weeks - and you can join us for this challenge - and you might win a prize!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Greetings by Paper Cupcakes for TMITA
Paper:  MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; Little Yellow Bicycle Hello Spring DP
Ink:  Copics:  Y08, 06, 04, 02, 00, YR07, 04, 02, 00; R21; YG13, 11; G07; BG1, 11; R83, 81
Accessories:  SU label punch; RRR yellow ribbon

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

Squigglefly Challenge 3312 & Outlawz Copic Challenge

It's Monday and time for a new Squigglefly challenge.  This week the challenge is handed down by Rhonda's Rowdy Rascals - woo hoo team!  The challenge this week is to try a new technique.  Well, I tried 2 different techniques and, truthfully, I will need to practice up on one of them!  The first technique I had used just in tiny, tiny amounts before - and that's using Crystal Effects.  I hadn't tried puddle amounts before.  I couldn't really get the picture to reflect the shininess of the water/Crystal Effects, but IRL it's really shiny!  The second technique I need lots of practice on is using the flicking technique on hair.  Always before, I put down the color and blended it - leaving some white space. This time, I tried using flicks for the strands or locks of hair - and I need to practice!!!

Sure hope you can join us this week - and try a new technique.  If you haven't used Squigglefly images before - there are some freebies on the shop site.  Once  you try one - you'll love them!

And, Squigglefly offers an awesome rewards program.

It's a great deal! You sign up for the rewards by clicking on "my Squigglefly" on the home page. Once you're signed up it keeps track of what you spend. Every time you spend $15.00 -- you get credit for a free digi. You can use the credits anytime you want - let them build up or use them right away! If you've already purchased several dollars worth of digis and you're just now finding out about rewards, you can write Squigglefly and let them know and they will give you credit for the money you've spent during the current month. Now, that's a real deal!

I am also entering this in the Outlawz Friday Copic Challenge which started 8/17. 

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Sally and Bella Get Clean by Cheryl Alger for Squigglefly
Paper:  Simple Stories - Baby Steps DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; MFP Hazelnut Tan CS
Ink:  Copics:  Water: BG000, 0000; Wash Tub: E49, 47, 44, 43, 42, and41; Bella: W7, 5,3, 1; Sally's Hair: E50, 53, 55, 57; Bow: B95, 93 and 91; Sally's Skin: E11, 00, 0000 and R21; Towel: B93 and 91

Thanks for stopping by and we hope to see your cards linked up - and, remember, you could win a prize!!

Later gator!

Marker Pop Challenge 4 & TSC0817

Challenge 4 at Marker Pop is to use bright colors and the DT at the Marker Pop blog has gorgeous cards for your inspiration!  The TSC challenge is to make a card with a fun childhood memory (and use green).  While I mostly played whiffle ball, baseball, tag, kick the can with the kids in the neighborhood, there were a few of my neighborhood girlfriends that loved to play dress-up.  So, this cute little Mo's image reminded me of that fun memory!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Big Shoes by Mo's Digital Pencil Too
Paper:  Bo Bunny Ambrosia Collection DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  Outfit:  YG07, 05, 03, 01, 00; Hat:  YG07, 05, 03, 01, 00; YR07, 04, 02, 00; Hat flowers: Y08, R85, 27, YG07; Shoes: YR07, 04, 02,00 and W3, W1; Skin: E11, 00, 000; Hair: Y08, 06, 00
Accessories:  Spellbinder's Labels 20 dies; Whimsy Tab 1 die; Pop Dots

Thanks so much for stopping by - later gator!

Blog Hop Day 4 - Oh, Crab 8-17-2012

  Welcome to Mark's Finest Papers a Heinrich Company's 

             August Blog Hop! 

This month's New Stamp Set Releases are:

Lesson Learned Featured August 14;

Bring on the Sun Featured August 15;

Tree Greetings Featured August 16; and

Oh Crab Featured August 17

Please hop along with us! You have a chance to win one of the above stamp sets! Just comment on the following blogs (don't forget this one), each day for more chances to win! (You do NOT have to comment on all the blogs each day! The names are drawn randomly!) All four winners will be

announced on August 18, 2012 on the Mark's Finest Papers blog. You can go back and comment if you missed a day. (HINT: The more you comment, the more chances you have to win and comments on the MFP blog count

twice!) The deadline for commenting is 11PM EST on Friday August 17, 2012.

Lois

Vicky

Pat G.

Patty P.

Marilynn

Pam

Debbie

Bonnie

Kathy (YOU ARE HERE)

Brenda

Toni

Tangii

Thrifty Stamper

Sue

Kelli

Janine

Tammylee

Janis L.

Mark's Finest 

Card Recipe:

Stamp: Oh,Crab by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; Echo Park Splash DP
Ink:  Copics: Seahorse: BG34, 32, 11, 10; Fish: Y08,06,04, 02, 00;R27, 24, 22; Mermaid: G05, 03; BG34, 32, 11, 10; Hair: E29, 27, 25, 23, 50

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

Good luck on the hop!

Mark's Finest Papers, Tutorial Time on Speedy TV 8-17-2012

Today's tutorial is faux patina - it was quite fun, but my didn't turn out as well as I had hoped.  The tutorial today - at Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.'s Tutorial Time on SpeedyTV is presented by Pat Garvin - it's an awesome tutorial!  Pat did say to use the Versamark sparingly - which I thought I did - but ended up with too much gold EP - but it is what it is!  Why not hope over (using the hot link above) and check out Pat's tutorial.  Once you get to SpeedyTV, click on the Tutorial Time tab and then on the most current tutorial - easy peasy.

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Love Remains by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  MFP Hazlenut Tan CS and MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS
Ink:  Copics:  Y08, 06, 04, 02, 00; YG07, 05 and 03
Accessories:  Spellbinder's Oval Dies; Spellbinder's Oval Scalloped Dies; Cuttlebug EF; Pop Dots; Gold Embossing Powder

Blog Hop Day 3 - Tree Greetings 8-16-2012

Welcome to Mark's Finest Papers a Heinrich Company's 

           August Blog Hop! 

This month's New Stamp Set Releases are:

Lesson Learned Featured August 14;

Bring on the Sun Featured August 15;

Tree Greetings Featured August 16; and

Oh Crab Featured August 17

Please hop along with us! You have a chance to win one of the above stamp sets! Just comment on the following blogs (don't forget this one), each day for more chances to win! (You do NOT have to comment on all the blogs each day! The names are drawn randomly!) All four winners will be

announced on August 18, 2012 on the Mark's Finest Papers blog. You can go back and comment if you missed a day. (HINT: The more you comment, the more chances you have to win and comments on the MFP blog count

twice!) The deadline for commenting is 11PM EST on Friday August 17, 2012.

Lois

Vicky

Pat G.

Patty P.

 Marilynn

Pam

Debbie

Bonnie

Kathy 

Brenda 

Toni

Tangii

Thrifty Stamper

Sue

Kelli

Janine

Tammylee

Janis L.

Mark's Finest 

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Tree Greetings by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.
Paper:  MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; Hazelnut Tan CS
Ink:  Copics:  YG06, 03; E44
Accessories:  Poppy Street Grand Madison Window Large Die; MB Country House; Pop Dots


Thanks so much for stopping by - later gator!

Good luck on the hop!

CCEE Stampers Challenge 08-16-2012

Today's challenge at the CCEE Stampers blog is given by Anne Harmon, one of the wonderfully talented DT members, and we are to use markers direct to rubber stamps.  I haven't done this technique in such a long time - but I always like the results.  Why not dust off your markers and your favorite stamp and join us by going through Mr. Linky at CCEE - so that we can all enjoy your wonderful creations!  After you link up your card, be sure and check out the awesome cards/projects of the other talented DT members!

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Drift Flowers by Memory Box
Paper:  Basic Grey Just Dreaming DP; MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; MFP Cherry Slush CS; MFP Scrambled Eggs CS
Ink:  SU Markers Real Red, Daffodil Delight, Pretty in Pink and Old Live
Accessories:  Red self-adhesive flower rhinestones; Inside card - EK Success border punch

Thanks so much for stopping by - later gator!

Blog Hop Day 2 - Bring on the Sun - 8-15-2012

Welcome to Mark's Finest Papers a Heinrich Company's 

           August Blog Hop! 

This month's New Stamp Set Releases are:

Lesson Learned Featured August 14;

Bring on the Sun Featured August 15;

Tree Greetings Featured August 16; and

Oh Crab Featured August 17

Please hop along with us! You have a chance to win one of the above stamp sets! Just comment on the following blogs (don't forget this one), each day for more chances to win! (You do NOT have to comment on all the blogs each day! The names are drawn randomly!) All four winners will be

announced on August 18, 2012 on the Mark's Finest Papers blog. You can go back and comment if you missed a day. (HINT: The more you comment, the more chances you have to win and comments on the MFP blog count

twice!) The deadline for commenting is 11PM EST on Friday August 17, 2012. 

Lois

Vicky 

Pat G.

Patty P.

 

 

 

Marilynn

Pam

Debbie

Bonnie

Kathy  (YOU ARE HERE)

Brenda

Toni

Tangii

Thrifty Stamper

Sue

Kelli

Janine

Tammylee

Janis L.

Mark's Finest 

 

 

 

Card Recipe:

Stamp:  Bring on the Sun by Mark's Finest Papers, a Heinrich Co.

Paper:  MFP White Premium Heavy 140 lb. CS; Authentique Blissful DP

Ink:  Copics: Y18, 08, 06, 04, 02, 00; YG07, 05, 03, 01; E19, 17, 15, 13, 11

Accessories:  MS Border Punch; Pop Dots; Yellow/White Twine; Marcella Green adhesive gem stones

Thanks for stopping by - later gator!

Good luck on the hop!