More than a "tini" bit happy

This morning I'm sneaking you some Your Next Stamp cuteness before our March Release Blog Hop later this evening at 10PM Eastern.  I hope you'll stop by again and join us.

I created an embossed background with a Paper Studio Quatrefoil folder on Kraft cardstock.   I created the mat using my Perfect Layers tool before rounding the corners.  I used designer paper from Echo Park (Dots & Stripes) to cut out a sentiment panel with a YNS Fancy Frame die.  The sentiment seen was stamped with MFT Black Licorice ink and is part of the NEW WhatNot Sentiment Set One which is being released later today.  The sentiment coordinates with the WhatNot Seasons One die set which as this adorable martini glass.  I'm a HUGE fan of Apple-tini's, so I added a little green goodness with my Copic markers before adding a nice thick coat of Glossy Accents (that you can't see in the photo...boo!) for shine.  A small bit of V-Striped Parrot Green ribbon from the Ribbon Carousel was added for texture along with Pop dots to the martini die and sentiment panel for dimension.  

I've created this card with our YNS Tasty Tuesday Monthly Challenge in mind which is to use this photo as inspiration.  In my world all of these fruity drinks all have alcohol in them!!  ;)

This photos also screams SPRING to me, which corresponds to our Ribbon Carousel monthly theme..."Spring is in the Air".  Sadly this is my last post as a designer for the Ribbon Carousel, my term as ended and the store is moving into a new direction with the focus on promoting the actual Ribbon Carousels and the exciting new designs to come.  

 I hope my creation has inspired to you play along with both the  Ribbon Carousel Challenge Blog and Your Next Stamp's Tasty Tuesday challenge.  At the Ribbon Carousel, one lucky winner receives their very own Ribbon Carousel.  And Your Next Stamp will be giving away a $10 Gift Certificate to the YNS Store.  



Thanks for stopping by....see you in a few hours for the YNS Blog Hop!

Surprise! New Stamps Released Today!

Hi Everyone!  I don't normal post this late in the evening, but Karen decided to surprise everyone and release the June images a day early!!

This sweet thing is called Geek But Unique and I totally LOVE him!!  xoxo  

I know that school is out now, but I thought he'd make a great card for that special Student of the Month.  I've popped him and his books up with foam tape and added Glossy Accents to his glasses.  :) The fun button and DP are both from October Afternoon- Schoolhouse.  And my very favorite...CORK was used for the border and arrow.  The sentiment was computer generated and then cut using a banner die.

Release Info:  Karen is offering a 10% Discount with the code YNSJUNENR through Monday June 20th.  And if you head over to the YNS Blog, you'll find more fun samples from the DT using the new release images.  You could also win this new image by entering your name into the linky widget.

Thanks so much for stopping by!!

Congrats Girlie

It's a Girlie Girl kind of day over at Paper Sundaes.  

I was so excited to create a DT sample for Paper Sundaes this week when I heard that the sponsor was My Favorite Things.  I'm a huge fan of their Die-namic dies and adorable images. 

The image that I've used is Cheers from MFT's a'la modes collection.  I added a scalloped border with  with MFT's Die-namic - Scalloped Scallop. The DP used for the card as well as her paper pieced dress is from My Mind's Eye - Hattie.  The image panel was cut to have her champagne glass come "out of the box" and was given a thick coat of Glossy Accents for shine.  The pearls were all colored with a Copic YR24 to match and finished off with a pretty little yellow gold bow.

Challenges:

Our Craft Lounge = #69 Color Challenge (Yellow, Blue & Neutral)

Dutch Dare Card = #116 Recipe (3 papers, 2 embellish, 1 image)

Pals Paper Arts = #97 Signature Style (Non Fussy Simple Layers(

Crafts & Me = #38 Stamp Something

The Paper Shelter = #17 Celebrate

Clear it Out = Paper Piecing

Paper Take Weekly = Anything Goes

I hope you'll check out the other Sundae Girls "Girlie Girl" creations and then submit your own.

**This card is my 1st entry into Open Auditions for Paper Craft's Gallery Idol 2011 Competition :)  Wish me Luck!!**

Thanks so much for stopping by!!

2 Cute Hula Hoop Hamster - Challenge #3

Well today is the beginning of 2 Cute Rubber Stamps Challenge #3!!    Heidi is offering this adorable digi image Hula Hoop Hamster FREE!!!.

This adorable hamster was quick and a lot of fun to color.  He's perfect for all so many occasions such as Congrats, Happy Birthday, Hello, Thinking of You, etc....  He's so sweet and happy that it makes him perfect to use for just about anything!!  

I played with my Flower Soft for the very first time on this card.  I mixed a little of the 2 shades of green I had together to create the grass.  I like it, but I don't see it being my "go to" embellishment.  (Now watch, all my cards will have Flower Soft on them.  LOL)    I used Shimmerz on the hula hoop and on the little roses too.  The DP is DCWV Citrus Stack and of course he's colored with my Copics.  The font is computer generated (Big Caslon), and some Lemon Grass ribbon from my stash.

Make sure to stop by the 2 Cute DT Blog for your free digi image. There will be awesome DT creations for inspiration and details on entering the 2 Cute Challenge #3. I do so hope that some of my readers will participate in the challenge, I'd love to see what you create. Not only will there be a FAB prize but all entries into the challenge will be considered for a Special Feature Spot on the 2 Cute DT Blog!!! How Cool Is THAT?!?!

Copics Used:

Hamster: E43, E42, E50, E41

Ears/Cheeks/Nose: R20, R00, R32

Hula Hoop: YR07, YR04

Grass: YG05

Flowers: R24, R22, Y17, Y15, BG15, BG11

Outline: BG0000

This card is for the following challenges:

Pile It On 18 = Cute & Cuddly
Lexi's Creations 13 = Animals
365 Cards = Tri-Colored (Blue, Orange, Green)
ABC Challenge = "U" unused stash (FlowerSoft)
CAS-tastic Challenges - Circles
Cute Card Thursday - Someone Special



I also want to mention that today is the beginning of the 2nd challenge over at Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog.  The sentiment for this challenge is "Thanks A Bunch" and is sponsored by:

Check out the DT Blog for lots of wonderful samples and inspiration. Hope you will join us!!

As always thanks for stopping by!!