Wednesday, June 30, 2010

A little snippet...

Just a little reminder that tomorrow is the big Claudia & Co. Blog hop to show you the brand new July release!!!

Also, please don't forget that you still have time to play along in our 1st Challenge and win a Claudia & Co. stamp! The deadline to upload your card is Thursday July 8th, then, on Friday July 9th a brand new challenge will start up again!!!

Here's a little tease of what you will see tomorrow!

Be here tomorrow, July 1 at 10:00 am EST, to join in on the fun!

Monday, June 28, 2010

Birthday Princess set...

Just a quick post today...just wanted to show you this very easy and fun card I put together. I used the purse accessory stamp from the new Birthday Princess Stamp Set from Claudia & Co. Stamps! This set is so versatile, you can create just about any kind of card with it!


This set is on sale right now at DieCutsRUs...so be sure to swing by and pick yours up today!
Thanks for stopping by!!!

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Creative Cuts!

Happy Saturday Everyone!!!

Well school is out for my kids so now we are into summer mode....yay! I'm sooo excited to have some fun and much needed relaxation time!

Today is another fun challenge at Kraftin Kimmie Stamps! And my good, sweet, talented friend Melanie is the hostess this week and wants to see some Creative Cuts!

That means make a card using any kind of shape other than the usual square type!

I decided to pull out my Creative Memories circle cutters and went to work.
I used Cordelia for my card and thought the sentiment was fitting, by the looks of it she seems to be a diva of the sea! Please don't mind the crookedness of my card layout. On almost EVERY card I make there always something off kilter and its always to the left. It drives me crazy but we are our own worst critics arent we? lol!
Be sure to swing by Kraftin Kimmie Stamps and pick up your Mermaid Kit....its so much fun and you will love colouring up these girls!
Don't forget that if you enter your card for this fun challenge you will be eligible to win one of the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps that Melanie used on her gorgeous card....did you see it? Check it out! And check out what the rest of the Krafty Girls created...you won't be dissapointed!!!
Thanks for stopping by, and hope you are enjoying your weekend!

Card Details: Stamps: Cordeila and Sentiment by Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps. Paper: Swiss Dot, Dp by Basic Grey, Beckett Expression. Supplies: Copic markers, Creative Memories circle cutting system, 3d pop dots, lace ribbon, satin flowers, star dust stickles, flat back pearls.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Some Goodbyes....

Well today is my son's last day of school...that's right, school's out for summer! He is so sad to say goodbye to his friends for 2 months. He really enjoys school and the new friends he's met, but I assured him there will be plenty of playdates!
His teacher is also leaving the school, to go teach somewhere else and he is sad about that. Here's the farewell/thank you card I made for her!


I hope she will like it, and wish her well at her new school!

On to another farewell....and a very sad one for me! I've had to make some hard decisions lately and sadly have to step down from a few design teams I've been a part of, one of them being The Town Scrapper. Its so hard balancing family, work and hobbies but want to thank Phebe for having me and the rest of the wonderful Scrapettes for their friendship and inspiration over the last little while. I will miss all of you but will still be visiting all of your blogs on a regular basis!

MUAH to everyone!

Card Details: Stamps: School Boy by High Hopes, Sentiment by Hero Arts. Paper: Beckett Expression, Bazzill, Imaginisce. Supplies: Copic markers, Circle Nesties, 3d pop dots, Candy Dots by Pebbles Inc.

Monday, June 21, 2010

Pink & Black...

Please scroll down for my 2nd post of the day for The Town Scrapper!
Another Monday brings another super fun challenge from The Pink Elephant!!!
This week we have a great Colour Challenge for you!
PINK & BLACK!
Our sponsor this week is By Lori Designs, hmm can you guess who that is? Haha, none other than my great friend Lori Boyd! She is sooo rediculously talented, I just fell in loooove with all of her adorable cards and illustrations, from the Lollipops, PuddleJumpers & Sugarsticks not to mention Ella & Sammy the Elephants!!! You have to check out:
Where you can get your hands on some of her adorable digis! You will love 'em all!

Today is a special post for me because I get to showcase our beloved mascot Ella the Pink Elephant. Did you know Ella the Pink Elephant is now available in rubber? This stamp designed by Lori Boyd is made from deep etched red rubber, pre-mounted on cling cushion, ready to be trimmed and slapped on an acrylic block! It can be purchased at DieCutsRUs! Oh, did I mention that Ella has an adorable little blue brother named Sammy? The pair of them are sooo cute!

So lets see what you have to show us this week and link up your creation on The Pink Elephant Blog! While your there, check out what the fabulous Design Team has created! Talk about a kick start to your week!


Thanks so much for stopping by! Enjoy your week!

Showcase Monday at The Town Scrapper!

It's another GREAT Showcase Monday at The Townscrapper!!!
Each monday us Scrapettes make up a card or project featuring some of the stamp lines and craft supplies that Phebe carries in her store!
Here's my card:

Today I chose this adorable stamp called 'Water Babe' by Wags N' Whiskers! Isn't she cute? I used this great sketch from one of our guest designers last month Nikki Fairbairn . All the flowers and dew drops and of course the adorable Wag's N Whiskers stamp can be purchased at The Town scrapper by contacting Phebe by email at info@townscrapper.com or by phone at 519-882-0623.

Please stop by The Townsrcapper blog to see what the other Scrapettes have so show you today!

Have a great week! Thanks for stopping by!

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Hugs for Fathers Day!


Happy Fathers Day to all those special Dads out there!
My kiddo's were up early today so we've already started the celebrating!



Claudia & Company had a brand new Digital Release on Friday and this little cutie was among them! His name is Jaime, he can be purchased on his own or there's a bigger set that comes with some toy accessories as well. There was also an adorable flower set that is great for any occasion. These super cute new Digi Sets can be purchased at DieCutsRUs!

Swing by the Claudia & Co Stamps blog to check out the wonderful samples that some of the design team created!

For my card I couldn't resist to add a little sign behind his back saying HUGS! This little guy looks alot like my son, so I coloured him up to resemble him down to the brown shoes and all!

Card Details:
Stamps: Digi Stamps Jaime and Hugs sentiment by Claudia & Co Stamps. Paper: Beckett Expression, DP by Basic Grey - Wags N' Whiskers. Supplies: Copic markers, mini blue brads, button, SU linen thread, 3D pop dots.

I hope you have a wonderful day! Thanks so much for stopping by!

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Kraftin' Kimmie Challenge #32

Welcome to another great challenge over at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps! Today's challenge is to use the colours Yellow, Blue and Tan...Summer Colours!


I used the cute little 'Sandcastle Miles' stamp for my card. Perfect for this colour combo!

Here are the card details:

Stamps: Sentiment & Sandcastle Miles by Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps. Paper: Beckett Expression, dp by The Girls Paperie, card base by Bazzill. Supplies: Copic markers, Atyou Spica clear glitter pen, Sakura glitter pen, Robin's nest dew drops, organza ribbon.

Sorry this was such a short post, I've just been swamped this week! Be back soon!

I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

Thanks for stopping by, be sure to check out what the Krafty Girls have to show you and play along with us this week for your chance to win some Krafty Rubber!!!!

Monday, June 14, 2010

The Pink Elephant Challenge #71 - Get Sketchy

Check out this awesome sketch by Lori!
I'm sooo super excited today because our sponsor is the none other than

My mom is the artist of these cute little whimsical images, and she just also happens to be the Guest Designer this week too! Be sure to swing by her BLOG to see what she created with one of the latest cuties!
ALSO, The Baby Buds now have a Brand New ETSY STORE!
You will receive a Free Digi with any purchase on June 14th & 15th
only from the Baby Bud Etsy Store!

For my card I used Beatrice Bumble Bud!

Isn't this sketch just perfect for any little Bud? So make sure you play along with us this week, be sure to link up your project on TPE Blog so everyone can see, AND check out all the cuteness the DT has to show you! Thanks for stopping by!
Card details:
Stamps: Digital image Beatrice by BabyBudDesigns. Paper: Beckett Expression, dp is from my stash, bazzill. Supplies: Copic Markers, Orange Peel Stickles, Crystal Lacquer, MicroRitz Ultra Fine Glitter (clear), Orange rik rak, Primadoodle flowers, rhinestones.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

A Kraftin' Kimmie Blog Hop...

Today Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps is releasing their new June images!

As you’ve seen over the last few days in our Krafty Peeks, Annie Rodrigue has created the MOST MARVELOUS MERMAIDS! They are part of our Summer Mermaid Kit which includes SIX stunning Mermaid images, SIX matching accessory stamps (plus a few bonuses) and a coordinating Mermaid Sentiment set with over 20 perfect phrases!! This kit is only available as a set and only at the Kraftin' Kimmie Shop for a limited time!

We are also THRILLED to bits to introduce our newest artist, Steven Leary!! He has brought us some super cute images featuring Miles the Mouse!! He’s having lots of fun at the beach this month and we know you’ll love him!! And you’ll get to check them all out in today’s June release day KRAFTY HOP!!

If you just came from the wonderfully talented artist Annie's blog, you're in the right place! If you want to start from the beginning, just head over to the Kraftin’ Kimmie Challenge Blog! As you hop from blog to blog, be sure to leave a comment at each and every stop because some lucky stampers will win packages of stamps from the new release!! And when you’re done hoppin’, be sure to head over to the Kraftin’ Kimmie store, because ALL the new images are NOW available! OH and did we mention? Each and every order placed this week, will receive a little goodie bag of random bonus accessory stamps in your package! How about that???

Here's my card:

I used Nerissa along with the 'fish you were here' sentiment! Have I mentioned this is my favorite KKS release so far? haha..well it is!

So remember, if you've just joined in and want to start the hop from the start you can click HERE! Be sure to follow the order of the hop and leave a comment at each stop along the way. There will be some prizes to snag so make sure you leave a comment!

Your next stop is LACEY, a Krafty friend for the hop today....check out what she has to show you! Have fun & happy hopping!

Card details:
Stamps: Nerissa and sentiment by Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps. Paper: Beckett Expression, Bazzill, dp is by DCWV Glitter Sweet Mat Stack. Supplies: SU corner punch, 3D dots, flat back pearls, brads by The Paper Studio (Spare Parts).

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Another Sneek Peek AND a Challenge!!!

Today's challenge at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps is BEACHY KEEN! Use anything Beachy, summery, or a water theme, well, you get the picture!!!

Today I'm also giving you another peek at the new June release! Please meet
Beach Bum Miles by new Artist Steven Leary!!!

Isn't he funny? And cute? Tomorrow is the day you can get your hands on this great new release. Be sure to check out the Krafty Girls to see what they have to show you today!

Thanks for stopping by! I'll be back tomorrow for the Blog Hop - you won't want to miss!

Card Details: Stamp: Beach Bum Miles - Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps. Paper: SU kraft & turquoise cardstock, dp by Fancy Pants Designs. Supplies: Copic markers, oval nesties, color box chalk ink in creamy brown, buttons & twine.

Friday, June 11, 2010

A brand new Challenge at Claudia & Co. Stamps!!!!!

Please scroll down for my post for The Town Scrapper!


Today marks the day for our very first challenge at Claudia & Co. Stamps!!!

Woot Woot!!

Check out this fabulous SKETCH!!!Here's my card:

I decided to use Sammy (Ella's lil blue brother) for my card today. One, because he's so stinkin' cute and two, because I've been dying to use some my new Max & Whiskers paper by Basic Grey! I also used the brand new So Random Sentiments (up&down edition). I repeated the 'miss you' to create a little pattern! Did you know that an Elephant will never forget someone it loves and will do anything for them? It's true!.....so I thought this sentiment was fitting for the image! (If you like Elephants you HAVE to read Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen - one of my fav books).

Anyway, we'd love to see what you got, If you'd like to play along with us please check out the Claudia & Co. Stamps blog for ALL THE DETAILS!! There's a prize up for grabs and you have a WHOLE MONTH to play along...awesome!! Have fun!

Have a great day!

Card Details: Stamps: Sammy the Blue Elephant, & Miss you sentiment by Claudia & Co. Stamps. Paper: Beckett Expressions, Max & Whiskers by Basic Grey. Supplies: Copic markers, 3d pop dots, black & white ribbon.

A Manly kind of Challenge at TTS!

Happy Friday! Today at The Town Scrapper, we have a manly kind of challenge for you!

It's all about FATHERS DAY!
Yep, its coming up very soon so this will give you a head start on your cards!!

Today I used the sweet stamp 'Guitar Zeke' by Victoria Case made exclusively for The Town Scrapper! I coloured him up using my copics and added some Tim Holtz Distress Ink around the edge. The rockin paper is by Imaginisce and goes perfectly with little Zeke! I also added a guitar charm which I picked up from The Townscrapper! Phebe has a huge variety of metal charms, I'm sure I could probably find one that would go with every stamp I have! The paper, stamp and charm can all be picked up from The Townscrapper by contacting Phebe by email at info@townscrapper.com or by phone at 519-882-0623.

I think any dad with a little dude would love this card! I know my son and hubby love to play guitar hero together so I loved this image as soon as I saw it and knew it would be perfect for a Fathers Day card!

Make sure you swing by The Townscrapper Blog and see what the other fabulous Scrapettes have to show you. And don't forget to play along for your chance to win some rubber!!!

Thanks for stopping by, have a great weekend!

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Kraftin' Kimmie Skeeky Peek Day 2!

Today is day 2 of the sneek peeks for the new June release for Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps!!!

I'm introducing you to a brand new little addition to KKS...meet Miles the Mouse!!! This cute little squeeker was created by a new artist for KKS, Steven Leary!

This specific image is called 'Tubing Miles':

They are alot of fun to colour up, especially with the beachy theme...right up my alley! The sand castle is actually an embellishment sticker I picked up from Walmart a while back, I knew it would be perfect for Miles' trips to the beach!!

There's also a new Sentiment set that goes right along with the beach theme! These stamps will all be available on Sunday June 13 from Kraftin Kimmie Stamps Store!

For now, surf around the Krafty Girls' blogs for even more peeks of the new release! I'll be back on Saturday with another Miles card and a new KKS Challenge!

Thanks for stopping by!

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Kraftin' Kimmie June Release Sneeky Peek Day 1!

Well its time for another great release at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps!

Today is day 1 of the sneek peeks from the Krafty Girls!

OOOOH let me tell you, this one is my FAVORITE so far!!!

This new release will be sold as a kit, see details below!

Let me introduce you to Marina and her little bubbly friend!


'Marina' is just one of 6 gorgeous mermaid images being released with this kit. I absolutely looove mermaids...the possibilities are endless when colouring them up. I let my imagination go wild with colours, glitter, crystal lacquer etc....(you can see how much fun I had from the close up)!

Here's what the Mermaid Kit has to offer:

  • 6 beautiful Mermaid main images
  • 6 matching accessory stamps
  • a set of specially coordinating Mermaid sentiments
  • only available at the KKS Shop as a kit, with a 20% discount, for a limited time
  • Also another big announcement for Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps, there's a new artist in the house! Steven Leary - introducing Miles the Mouse! I will have a peek of Miles for you tomorrow!

So check out KKS Blog to see the rest of the peeks for today. But stay tuned there will be new sneek peeks until the big Blog Hop on Sunday!!!

Thanks for stopping by, have a great week!

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

A Good Cause...'Macie's Rainbow'

Hi there, just a quick little post to let you know my good friend Lori has created a special little digi image for a special cause!
Please check out her post 'Mission for Macie' HERE....for more info on how to help out and how to get one of these:

For a donation of $5 you can have her!!
100% of the proceeds will go to
Mission 4 Macie

Please feel free to spread the news and post this post on your own blog. If you do so and purchase Macie's Rainbow Digi, your name will go into a draw to win your own custom designed digi!!
You can check out the whole post again HERE!

Monday, June 7, 2010

TPE Challenge #70 - Its Recipe Time!

Today marks another challenge over at The Pink Elephant Challenge Blog!

And...it's time for another recipe!

Red, Scallops & a Bow!


I used the adorable Hannah Lollipop, which is now available as a digi from DieCutsRUs! I coloured her up with my red copics and added some CandyCane Stickles to her shoes and the big red bow in her hair!!! I'm counting that as my bow by the way...hehe! I popped her on to a scalloped nestie mat and used some dp by Paper Crate.
Check out what the fantastic design team has to show you this week! It will definately get your mojo kickin!
Have a great week!

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Kraftin' Kimmie Challenge #32

TRIANGLES!!!
Yay its Saturday!!! I hope you're enjoying your weekend so far! Today we have another great challenge for you over at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Blog! The 'hostess' this week is the fabulous Diana and she wants to see you use Triangles!!! If you play along you will be eligible to win the stamp she used on her amazing card 'Bartholemew the Bard'!
Here's my take:

I found this awesome paper last weekend while in Toronto (yep, I dragged my hubby to some crafty stores on our little weekend getaway - he's such a good sport)! Its from The Girls' Paperie and knew it would be perfect for today's challenge!!! Nothin but triangles!!!!

I thought the paper was beachy looking so I pulled out 'Jack' from the May release and coloured him up with my copics! I added a button with some twine and that cute sentiment is also from Kraftin' Kimmie - Sentiments.

I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

Thanks for stopping by, now go check out what the Krafty Girls have to show you!!!!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Blog Candy Winner!

Please scroll down for my WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAY POST...ITS A BIGGIE!!!

OK, on to the winner.....

I received 12 comments, here is who Mr. Random picked:

Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
8
Timestamp: 2010-06-02 15:11:11 UTC

Congrats to ALI:

Dragonlady said...
HI Krista

Am now a follower, my fav would have to be Bumble Bud. Just off to put a link on my sidebar.

Hugs Ali x

Friday, May 28, 2010

Please email me within the next 24 hours with your address and I will get your prize off asap!

BUT, thats not all!!!! As a thanks to the rest of the 11 people who entered my candy I have a special gift for you as well. Please email me and I will send you your gift!

hint hint, you may want to check out the new Baby Bud Etsy Store!!!

Inspiration Challenge at Whimsical Wednesdays!

Can you believe it's JUNE already?! I can't believe summer is almost here! The DIEDRICH DARE will be taking a bit of a break....

HOWEVER....

We are issuing a challenge TODAY AND the 1st week of July to keep you busy...and just to keep you intrigued? We have one HECK of a PRIZE!

Today's Challenge is a WONDERFUL inspiration piece that sweet Sara came up with. Isn't it amazing? This is just absolutely perfect for a summer challenge!!! Don't ya think? I love this verse! Here's the photo:


Now...here's the deal. You have ALL MONTH to play along. There are NO restrictions on number of entries, etc. You just have to link it up here and we have to be able to see the inspiration piece somewhere on your card or project.

Entries will be accepted until JUNE 30th, 2010 at 8pm CST.

The catch? Well, ok, it's NOT a catch..it's more like LOOT....TONS OF IT! CHECK THIS OUT:

ONE lucky winner will receive:

TWO Kraftin' Kimmie stamps of Choice, sponsored by Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps!


This HUGE prize from Tamiko's: 1. Spellbinders Frameabilities Scalloped Edge Frame
2. 1/4" Scorepal tape
3. Sticky thumb adhesive tape
4. Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad
5. Robin's nest tear drops
6. Robin's nest dew drop
7. Robin's nest mini dew drops
8. 2-3 bags of Lion coffee (a little something from Hawaii)


A FREE Digital Image sponsored by Daredevil herself, Sara Henton;

TWO Rubber Stamps from a newly released BabyBud Designs (manuf. by C.C. Designs) sponsored by Daredevil Krista VanTol!

ONE 4x6 Set of choice from The Greeting Farm:

Can you BELIEVE the generosity of these sponsors??? It's nothing we've ever had the privilege to offer our players before. I cannot WAIT to see who the random winner is! I want to play so I can win too...LOL!

Here's my take on the challenge: I was inspired by all the bright fun colours!!!
I coloured up a much neglected Whipper Snapper stamp called 'Love Bug'. I used lots of fun bright colours and added some stickles and crystal lacquer to the shell.

See you in a few weeks and in the meantime, have fun & check out what the other DareDevils have to show you:

Cassie Larson, Heather Schlatter, Jacquie Peifer , Jessica Diedrich, Kim Ross, Rebecca Ednie, Randi Wall, Kris Palakiko, Andrea Murdock, Sara Henton

Have a great day, thanks for stopping by!