Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Have a Boo-tiful Day!


Hi, Friends!

I thought maybe I was done with Halloween cards, but I couldn't resist this challenge over at City Crafter!  And, I thought it would be so fun to color the darling little monster guys...so cute!  And, here is my card...

Well, that's all for today!  Hope you are having an awesome day...take care!

Hugs,
Maria

Supplies:

 Paper:  PTI, Doodlebug
Stamps:  Lawn Fawn, PTI
Ink:  Memento-Tuxedo Black
Fence Die:  MFT
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Friday, October 21, 2016

Celebrating!

"Lots of Leaves"


Hi, there!

TGIF!  The weather turned cold and rainy here.  In the beginning of the week it was near 80.  Today it was in the low 50's...big change! And, I certainly felt it in my sinuses and head with a migraine.  But, I wanted to get out my winter clothes and put away the summer ones.  By the afternoon I felt much better and decided to make a couple cards. So, I decided to enter the below card over at Seize the Birthday. And, here is my card...


For my card, I started with a cream card base and paired it with a leaf embossed panel.  The die cut leaves from TE were water colored with distress inks.  I decided I wanted them to be a little more vibrant, so I colored them with copics.  The sentiment is from Sweet 'n Sassy. The dots are from Doodlebug and twine from PTI to finish the card. This card will be going to my nephew who has the same birthday as me next month.  I often give a handmade card and my husband chooses a bought funny card, which are the ones that say.... you're so old...etc...lol!

Well, that's all for now!  Thanks so much for taking the time to drop by today!  Take care and have a wonderful weekend!

Hugs,
Maria

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Sunday, October 16, 2016

Paper Sweeties October 2016 Release Rewind!

Hi there!

Welcome to Paper Sweeties October Release Rewind!  Today we make a project using new and previously released products!  As I mentioned yesterday in my post,  Debbie has released a new paper pack called  Merry and Bright ...



So, today I'm using the paper with the Christmas trees!  You will be seeing more projects from me using this awesome fun paper!  Are you a paper junkie?  Well, I am and I have a Tshirt to prove it...lol!

The other new product I used was the Basket Add-on: Baked with Love(lights).  The previously released stamp sets used for the tag are Stitched Tags #2-mitten/tree(tree and bow) with coordinating die Sweet Cuts-Stitched Tags #2-mitten/tree.  The sentiment is from the set Little Wishes.  It was covered with vellum to soften the effect.  The border was die cut using Sweet Cuts-Sweet Borders. Twine(Strawberry) and (Robin Egg) were added to finish the card.


Please hop along to see what my teammates have created!







And, just a reminder...I hope to see your creation over at the Paper Sweeties Challenge that is still going on until the end of the month!  A $20 gift certificate will go to one lucky winner!



Thanks so much for dropping by!  I hope you've enjoyed the inspiration for this month's release!  Happy creating...take care!

Hugs,
Maria
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Saturday, October 15, 2016

Paper Sweeties October 2016 Release Party!



Hi there!

Welcome to Paper Sweeties October Release Sneak Peeks!  Debbie has designed wonderful *new* stamp sets/dies this month for the holiday season!  And, today is the day that you can purchase these wonderful stamp sets/dies!  More exciting news....new paper from Paper Sweeties!!!  Debbie loves the color combo of red and aqua. And, so do I...don't you?!    I'm entering this card over at Merry Monday.


Here is a peek of the Merry and Bright paper pack...



Today I'm highlighting the Basket stamp set with coordinating die Sweet Cuts-Basket.  Also, the other new stamp/die set I used is Basket Add-on: Baked with Love.  Fun gingers, lights, and lollipops are included in this yummy set!  The banner and hearts were die cut using Sweet Cuts-Be Happy.  The sequins(Cookie Dough) were added to the hearts and lollipops.  Dots from Doodlebug.  And, seam binding ribbon(Frosting) for interest.

And, here is a view of the inside of the card...



The stamp set used for the inside is from Homemade with Love.


Please hop along to see what my teammates have created!







And, just a reminder...I hope to see your creation over at the Paper Sweeties Challenge that is still going on until the end of the month!  A $20 gift certificate will go to one lucky winner!



Thanks so much for dropping by!  Please stop back tomorrow to see my card for the Release Rewind!  
Take care!

Hugs,
Maria

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Friday, October 14, 2016

Paper Sweeties October 2016 Release Sneak Peeks!




Hi Friends!

Welcome to Paper Sweeties October Release Sneak Peeks!  Debbie has designed wonderful *new* stamp sets/dies this month for the holiday season!

Today I'm highlighting the Merry Little Christmas stamp set with coordinating dies Sweet Cuts-Merry Little Christmas.  I made a shaker card using  Mistletoe Sequins.  The tree and presents were stamped on foam.  The background was water colored using squeezed lemonade, shabby shutters, and pine needles from Tim Holtz.  Heidi Swapp color shine gold was applied for a shimmery effect.  Strawberry Twine was added for the final touch.   Another Christmas card done ...yeah!

Please hop along to see what my teammates have created!







And, just a reminder...I hope to see your creation over at the Paper Sweeties Challenge that is still going on until the end of the month!  A $20 gift certificate will go to one lucky winner!



Thanks so much for dropping by!  Please stop back tomorrow to see my card for the Release Party!  Take care!

Hugs,
Maria

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Thursday, October 13, 2016

Paper Sweeties Plan Your Life Series-October 2016

Hi, there!

Today I'm revealing my planner pages for the month of October! There isn't a new planner set this month, but there will be for next month!  The planner set that was released last month Planner Series: Fall Sentiments does have many fall stamps that fit perfect for a Halloween planner page!  So, little Abigail is in her witch costume(Best Witches) holding a bag of treats. A few scary goblins are out and about...even a spider...eeeek!  

The other planner series sets that I used for my planner are Planner Series-Get Your Craft On and Planner Series: Celebrate(presents). 

And, here are my planner pages...



A closer peek at Abigail...




Please hop along and view some awesome planner inspiration from our Planner Team:

Debbie Marcinkiewicz – Paper Sweeties
Jeri Thomas
Maria Patrick--that's me


And, just a reminder...I hope to see your creation over at the Paper Sweeties Challenge that is still going on until the end of the month!  A $20 gift certificate goes to one lucky winner!  



Thank you for taking the time to drop by!  Please stop back tomorrow for Sneak Peeks!  Debbie has designed some wonderful festive *new* Christmas stamps/dies!  Take care!

Hugs,
Maria
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Saturday, October 8, 2016

Wishing you the Happiest Season!



Hi, there!

It's been a week since I've been here.  The week has been full of things to do.  I did some fall cleaning and had an extra chore of going to the laundromat.  I'm keeping fingers crossed and praying that my washer gets repaired on Tuesday!  I hope they don't back up the repair date again!  We even had to figure out how to get a washer unlocked that was full with wet clothes!  Thank goodness for facebook for my plea of help to friends and family!:-)  I've been two weeks without a washer...grrr.  Anyways, I'm here to talk about my card and not my washer woes.

*Edit*...Well, repair man came and went...more bad news.  He has to order a part.  He's on vacation next week and he's not sure if someone will cover for him.  Tentative date is the 24th for washer.  My washer woes are not over...sigh.  It's not the end of the world, but it's getting to be so frustrating...grrrr!

I'm entering the above card over at The Male Room where the challenge is leaves/ trees.  I purchased the wonderful stamp set that Kay Miller designed from Papertrey Ink!  I just love the darling fox!  The leaves are so pretty, too!  I colored everything with copics.  The stitched frame is from MFT.  Twine from PTI and dots from Doodlebug to finish the card!  Ok, friends!  That's all for now.

My thoughts and prayers are going out to those affected by Hurricane Matthew on the east coast!  Please stay safe and take care!

Thanks so much for taking the time to drop by today!

Hugs,
Maria
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Saturday, October 1, 2016

Paper Sweeties Inspiration Challenge-October 2016!




                                                           




Hi, Friends!

It's time once again for the Paper Sweeties Monthly Challenge!   And, I'm excited to announce that a $20 gift certificate goes to the winner of this month's challenge!  Such a lovely inspiration photo with all the delicious chocolate cupcakes and pumpkins!  I hope you're inspired by the beautiful photo to join the challenge!

This is my second post for today, so please scroll down to see my card made for Dies R Us Challenge!

For my card, I started with a tan base and paired it with Doodlebug paper.  I used the Bee Happy/Sweet-Cuts-Bee Happy stamp set for the leaves.  The cupcake was stamped and cut using the coordinating die from the set Sending Sweet Thoughts/Sweet Cuts-Sending Sweet Thoughts.  The tiny pumpkin sitting on top the cupcake is from the Planner Series:Fall Sentiments.  And, the large pumpkins were stamped and die cut using the Stand Add-on:Scarecrow/Sweet Cuts-Stand Add-on:Scarecrow.  The scalloped border was die cut using Sweet Cuts-Sweet Borders.  Seam binding ribbon (Frosting) to finish the card.

Please hop along and view more inspiration from my teammates...

Maria Patrick--that's me



Thanks so much for visiting here today!  Take care and have an awesome day!

Hugs,
Maria


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Dies R Us-Team A-The Leaves in the Trees(use leaves and /or trees)


Hi, there!


Happy October 1st!  And, it's time for the Dies R Us Challenge!  The theme is (The Leaves in the Trees)!  Soon we will have lovely colored leaves falling from the trees here in NW Ohio!  My favorite time of the year!

For my card, I started with a orange colored card base and paired it with Doodlebug paper.  The cute little critter is from Lawn Fawn! He is ready to celebrate a birthday! The leaves are from TE, which were distressed with Tim Holtz ink.  I added dots, gems, and leaf with twine for interest.  All dies used are listed below...





 There are so many choices at Dies R Us store!  And, new items are added all the time!  I'd love to see your project in the challenge...happy creating!


Would you like more inspiration?  Check out some amazing creations from my talented teammates!      
                                                                            
A Team Members
Theme:  Outdoor Fun
Barbara
Jenny
Maria--that's me
Vicki
Kathy


Thanks so much for visiting here today!

Hugs,
Maria
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