Colorful Grateful ...

I had started making a card last week but it never got finished.  I decided going to Birmingham to see my daughter and go shopping was so much more important.  Today I took the stamped image and cardstock that was laying on my table and created this ...

Stamps:  Always Thankful (SU)

Paper:  White, Always Artichoke, Cajun Craze, Perfect Plum (SU)

DP:  Always Artichoke (SU)

Ink:  Always Artichoke (SU), Tea Dye (T. Holtz)

Accessories:  clear emobssing powder, oval and scallop dies (Spellbinders), polka dot and script embossing folder (CuttleBug), pearls (SU), Copic marker

This card will be entered into the new sketch over at MOJO Monday.  

The pearls were colored with a Copic marker to match the Always Artichoke paper. Since my image was already made, I went with ovals rather than the circles.  I went with a lot of color on this baby too.  I think I'm in a purple phase right now...hmm...

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Everyday Miracles ...

It is time to play with Mojo Monday.  I was intending to make a Thanksgiving card but as you see, it didn't happen.

Stamps:  Everyday Miracles (Sweet 'n Sassy)

Paper:  White, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive (SU)

DP:  Pocket Full of Posies (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black, Rich Razzleberry (SU)

Accessories:  Copics, glitter pen (Sakura), swirls embossing folder (CuttleBug), sponge dauber, ribbon, twine, button (SU), big scallop die (Spellbinders), tag (Just Cards Cricut cartridge)

Here is what Julee designed ...

I just had to ink up my new stamps from Sweet 'n Sassy and thought this butterfly and saying was perfect for this layout.  If I have time, I may try and make another card ... Thanksgiving ... with this fun sketch.

As always, thanks for stopping by and ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Happy Healing ...

Unfortunately, I needed another get well card.  A good friend had to have knee surgery and I wanted to give her something to let her know I'm thinking of her.  My inspiration for this card came from The Sweet Stop.  This is their last sketch as they are closing their doors.  I'm sad!

This is what I came up with ... 

Stamps:  Cocoa's Get Well Wishes (Sweet 'n Sassy)

Paper:  White, Basic Gray (SU)

DP:  Bold Basics (Recollections)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories: Pearls, corner rounder, sponge dauber (SU), Label 1 die (Spellbinders), Copics

I'm still hooked on this cute Cocoa mouse!  I just bought more stamp sets with him peeking around different things.  Watch for more to come. :)

I'm also going to toot my own horn as I'm still doing the happy dance.  My card was picked last week at The Sweet Stop as a winner.  Now I get to go do some fun shopping at the Sweet 'n Sassy store! Thank you to all the gals over there.

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Day of Gratitude ...

Wow, can't believe it has been over a month since my last post.  I have actually uploaded some cards to my Splitcoast page here.  Today's card is for The Sweet Stop sketch with a spin of Fall.  Here is what I came up with ...

Stamps:  Day of Gratitude (SU), Bountiful Harvest (Verve)

Paper:  Vanilla, Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz (SU)

DP:  Reunion (MME)

Ink:  Tea Dye (Ranger)

Accessories:  Copics, ribbon, clear embossing powder, sponge dauber, pop dots, polka dot embossing folder (SU), circle dies (Spellbinders)

This is the inspiration ...

This is a square 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 card.  Always fun to make a different size card.  I did make sure that it would fit in a normal sized envelope so I don't have to pay extra postage ... call me cheap.

Tomorrow will be the last sketch for The Sweet Stop.  I'm sad to see them close their doors.  I have thoroughly enjoyed participating with them.  

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Hello Pumpkin ...

I'm really feeling Fall cards lately.  I love those colors and themes.  This image worked perfect with the layout from Tuesday Morning Sketches. 

Here is another fun Fall card ...

Stamps:  Bountiful Harvest (Verve)

Paper:  White, Black (SU)

DP:  The Classics (Paper Studio)

Ink:  Memento Black, Tea Dye (T. Holtz)

Accessories:  Copics, ribbon (Hobby Lobby), rhinestones (Michaels), sponge dauber, pop dots, swirl dye (SU)

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Get well wishes ...

One of my dearest friend's husband has been having all kinds of back problems.  I'm hoping this little card will give him a bit of good cheer.

Stamps:  Cocoa's Get Well Wishes (Sweet 'n Sassy), Button, Button (SU)

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Soft Suede, Baja Breeze (SU)

DP:  Elegant Soiree

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  Copics, circle punch, polka dot embossing folder, pop dots (SU)

This was actually made for a challenge...think it was Tuesday Morning Sketches...but I never got it uploaded in time.  The good news, I did get it in the mail.

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

Have a great day,
Pam~

Masculine anniversary card

My anniversary is coming up next week and I needed a card for my wonderful husband.  I checked out the new MOJO sketch and thought it would be good for a masculine card.  

The sketch ...

My anniversary card ...

Stamps:  Farm Life (GKD)

Paper:  River Rock, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso (SU)

DP:  Well Worn (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black, Tea Dye (Ranger)

Accessories:  Copics, brads, pop dots

I know it is not a very romantic card but it is perfect for my hubby.  The inside is stamped with the sentiment that comes with this set and reads ... "The most beautiful view is the one I share with you."

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Shake your Booty ... for MOJO Monday

A great sketch over at MOJO Monday this week by Julee.  Thought I would pull out a Halloween stamp and have some fun with it.  This was my inspiration ... 

This is my finished creation ...

Stamps:  Bootiful Occasions (SU)

Paper:  Pumpkin Pie, White, Black (SU)

DP:  Pumpkin Pie, Concord Crush (SU)

Ink:  Pumpkin Pie (SU), Memento Black

Accessories:  circle and oval dies (Spellbinders), sponge dauber, pop dots, pearls, banner die, polka dot embossing folder (SU), sharpie

I colored my pearls with a black sharpie to dress-up the boot and sentiment. Then added a little orange to tone down the white panels and this baby was finished.  The hardest part of this card was photographing and editing it. Can't seem to get it very sharp looking...hmm.

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

Have a great day,

Pam~

Sunny Side Up ...

Today's card was inspired from the sketch over at The Sweet Stop.  They had a great sketch with the spin of using a sunflower.  Here is my starting point ...

 

This is the finished product ...

 

Stamps:  Sunny Side Up (House Mouse)

Paper:  Apricot Appeal, White (SU)

DP:  Simply Delightful (MME)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  Copics, gems (Paper Studio), word window punch, pop dots (SU)

 





I'm back from a vacation to New Jersey and a quick weekend trip to Atlanta.  My son went back Auburn yesterday and my daughter left today after a break from her work schedule.  So what does one do when the empty nest hits again ... go to the craft room and make a card. 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day!
Pam~

I miss you ...

Wanted to play along with the gals over at MOJO Monday before heading off to NJ to visit my brother.  This was a fun sketch to play with.  Here is what Julee designed ...

and this is what my inky fingers made ...

Stamps:  Elegant Florals (GKD), I Miss You (Stampabilities)

Paper:  Cajun Craze, Baja Breeze, White (SU)

DP:  Simply Delightful (MME)

Ink:  Baja Breeze (SU), Memento Black

Accessories:  Copics, tag die (Cuttlebug), sponge dauber, pop dots, ribbon (SU)

 

Since I put my tag on at an angle, my ribbon had to be angled also.  Hope it doesn't look too stupid.  Maybe the bow will take your eye away from the "crooked" ribbon...lol.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day!

Pam~

 

 



An apple birthday ...

Today I'm entering a new challenge over at The Sweet Shop.  Always fun to find new blogs.  I happened upon this site through Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps.  Here is the sketch ...

 

Here is what my inky fingers created ...

 

Stamps:  Autumn Lovin' Cocoa, Gifts From Turtle (SnS)

Paper:  Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red, White (SU)

DP:  Bold Basics (Recollections)

Ink:  Memento Black, Tea Dye (Ranger)

Accessories:  Copics, Baja Breeze seam binding ribbon, real red button, rhinestones, sponge dauber, pop dots (SU), corner chomper (WRMK)

 

I love apples so when I saw this stamp, I had to get buy the set.  I'm hooked on this cute Cocoa mouse too. 

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

 

 

 







Playing with the Pals ...

I have not played with the Pals Paper Arts in a while so thought I would participate this week.  They had a fun sketch to get you motivated ...

 

I wanted to use some cardstock that I don't use often.  I looked through my stash and decided on Pool Party.   A pretty color but it is not one I use much.  Here is my finished card ... very simple ...

 

Stamps:  Flower Fancy (SU)

Paper:  White, Pool Party, Not Quite Navy (SU)

DP: Pool Party

Ink:  Always Artichoke, Pool Party (SU markers), Tea Dye (Ranger)

Accessories:  sponge dauber, blender pen, pop dots, baker's twine , scallop border punch, polka dot embossing folder (SU), oval and scallop dies (Spellbinders), Stickles

 

One of my flower petals has a white spot on it.  That would be because of operator error ... I stuck my finger in the Stickles before it was dry ...not once, not twice but three times.  I even heat set it but kept sticking my finger in it to see if it was dry.  Guess I would be one of those that has to touch the paint to see if it is dry even though there is a sign that says Wet Paint...

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day!

Pam~

 





Just a note ...

A real quick post as the deadline for entering this card into Tuesday Morning Sketches is in a couple of hours.  Here is the sketch ...

 

Here is what I created ...

 

Stamps:  Love From Cocoa (Sweet 'n Sassy)

Paper:  Early Espresso, Whisper White (SU), Lime Green

DP:  Recollections

Ink:  Memento Black, Early Espresso (SU)

Accessories:  Copics, square and scallop dies (Spellbinders), sponge dauber, label punch (SU), ribbon (H.L.)

 

As you can see this card will be going to Bethany.  I thought I would hand write a little something so the paper wouldn't look so empty.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

 





Fall festivities ... already

Thought I would break out an old set and do a little Fall/Thanksgiving card.  I went to one of my favorite sites, MOJO Monday-The Blog to get the juices flowing.  

 

Here is the finished card ...



Stamps:  Always Thankful, Loads of Love Accessories (SU)

Paper:  Black, White

DP:  Simply Delightful (My Minds Eye)

Ink:  Memento Black, Tea Dye (Ranger)

Accessories:  Prismacolor markers, sponge dauber, button, pop dots (SU), ribbon (H.L.), rectangle, circle and scallop dies (Spellbinders)

 

This card is actually 5 x 7.  The image looked too big for an A2 sized card with the layers. 

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day!

Pam~





MOJO 300 celebration ...

This week Julee, vervegirl, over at MOJO Monday is celebrating her 300th sketch.  How awesome is that!  I love her site and had to participate in this challenge.  Here is what she drew up ...

This is my take ...

Stamps:  Woof You (Sweet 'n Sassy), bone (All Night Media)

Paper:  White, Black, Melon Mambo (SU)

DP:  Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  rectangle and scallop dies (Spellbinders), corner chomper (WRMK), ribbon (H.L.), polka dot embossing folder (CB), pop dots, Copics

Bethany just started her new nursing job at the UAB trauma and burn ICU.  Being in her first apartment by herself, she decided to get a Maltese puppy.  This card will be going to her from her puppy, Ellie.  Yours truly is actually keeping the puppy until she gets her fixed schedule.  

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

Have a great day!

Pam~

Patriotic Cocoa

I had some extra time to play in my craft room since my hubby is out-of-town on business.  I needed another 4th of July card so I checked out Tuesday Morning Sketches to see what their sketch was.  With this simple and fun layout ...

 



I came up with this ...

 

Stamps:  Patriotic Cocoa (Sweet and Sassy), Basic Backgrounds (SU)

Paper:  Ballet Blue, Real Red, White (SU)

Ink:  Ballet Blue, Real Red (SU), Memento Black

Accessories:  Copics, circle dies (Spellbinders), polka dot embossing folder (CB), pop dots, word window punch, large oval punch (SU)

 



Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

 





A MOJO birthday

This card has gone postal to my sister-in-law for her birthday.  My inspiration came from this week's MOJO sketch ... go square or round. 

 

Stamps:  Feel The Sun (Verve)

Paper:  White, Perfect Plum, Black (SU)

DP:  Bold Basics (Recollections)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  circle and leaf die (Spellbinders), glimmer brad, pop dots (SU), ribbon (H.L.)

 

Here the inspiration photo from MOJO Monday ...



There are lots of layers on this card.  The flower was stamped twice and the center was cut out of the second one and layered with pop dots.  The sentiment was also raised up to add just a bit more dimension.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~





A roar of a birthday ...

I needed a masculine birthday card for my brother so I headed over to Tuesday Morning Sketches to see what they had this week.  I thought this was a great sketch to go with ...

 

From that I made this ...

 

Stamps:  Zoo Review, Plane & Simple (SU)

Paper:  White, Gray

DP:  Bolds Basics (Recollections)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  circle dies (Spellbinders), Copics, word window punch, bitty banners die (SU), pop dots, eyelets, twine

 

I did leave out the scallop circle ... thought that might be a little much for my brother.  I added a bit of hardware and twine to give some depth.  This was a fast card to put together.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~





Guest Blogger ... Bethany

My daughter, Bethany, does not have a blog but wanted to participate in the Tuesday Morning Sketches this week.  She does have a Splitcoast page but she cannot upload on Sunday's.  Therefore, she is my guest blogger today.

 

Stamps:  Graduate (HM), Fabulous Phrases (SU)

Paper:  Purple, White, Yellow

DP:  Recollections

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  swiss dots emobssing folder, colored pencils, border punch

 

Thank you for taking a peek and I hope you enjoy your day!

 

Bethany

 

Doggone Birthday ...

After a few months off from blogging, I'm back with a card for Tuesday Morning Sketches.  This will be going to my sister-in-law for her birthday.

 

Stamps:  Woof You (Sweet n' Sassy),

Paper:  Soft Suede, Whisper White (SU)

DSP:  Elegant Soiree, Calypso Coral (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  Calypso Coral baker's twine and brad, sponge dauber, polka dot embossing folder (SU), corner chomper (WRMK), Copics

 



My inspiration for this card came from this fun sketch ...

 

 

 

Oops, I've lost some pictures on my blog by cleaning out my Picasa Album, which is getting syned with my phone and I HATE that! If I can find them again, I will repost them.  The blogging world and me = ugh!  I'm seriously thinking about only using Splitcoast and letting go of the blog.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~



Stanley's birthday card ...

Stopping in for another quick post. To get started I clicked on over to Tuesday Morning Sketches for my inspiration. 

 

This card will be going to my nephew for his 21st birthday. He loves the outdoors and all the hunting, fishing, hiking etc. that go with it.

 

Stamps:  On the Fly, Made For You (SU)

Paper:  Vanilla, Early Espresso, Not Quite Navy (SU)

DSP:  Well Worn

Ink:  Not Quite Navy, Cajun Craze (SU)

Accessories:  corner rounder, baker's twine, dimensionals (SU)

 

Off to enjoy my day with my hubby and son, who is home for spring break.  As always, thanks for stopping by and ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~



Basket of roses ...

I've been in the coloring mood lately and wanted to practice my shading.  This basket and roses were the perfect images to play with.  I've got a long way to go but thought this card came out nice. 

 

Stamps:  Holiday Basket (GKD)

Paper:  White, Navy

DP:  Moments (MME)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  Copics, ribbon, mini brads, dimensionals (SU), scallop and oval dies (Spellbinders)

• The handles on the basket are movable.
• The basket and roses were fussy cut.  I glued the flowers to the basket so that they would flow over the front and added a few extra leaves for more dimension.  The flower at the bottom was also cut out and attached with dimensionals. 

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

Happiness ...

Another pink card .... hmm ... I think my daughter and her love for pink is rubbing off on me.  My inspiration for this card came from Tui's great sketch over at Freshly Made Sketches. 

 

Stamps:  Heartfelt (GKD), Fabulous Phrases (SU)

Paper:  White (Hammermill), Melon Mambo (SU)

DP:  Ice Cream Parlor (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  buttons, rhinestones (SU), ribbon (Michaels), Copics

 

I have been reading about stampers using Hammermill Color Copy paper (the one with the tree frog on it) to use with their Copics.  I bought some online and have to say that I agree with all the folks that use it ... it works great! 

 

I hand cut my banner and accidentally sliced into the middle of the happiness layer so I added the rhinestone to cover my boo boo.  I'm always pleased when I can hide a mistake and not have to redo something.

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

 



Going green ...

I've been busy making some St. Patrick's Day cards.  I don't really decorate for the day but always have enjoyed making St. Patty Day cards.  The first card was made for Tuesday Morning Sketches.  This was my first time to play with this challenge.  I will definitely be checking them out again.  Loved this simple and classy layout.

Stamps:  Lucky Me (SU), Flourish (Inkadinkado)

Paper:  White, Black (SU)

DP:  unknown...bought at Sam's

Ink:  Memento Black

Accessories:  ribbon (Michaels), heart punch, rhinestone, dimensionals (SU), Bic markers, oval dies (Spellbinders)

 

The second card I'm posting was for a class that I taught at Michaels. I actually made this at home first and then brought it in for the customers to see as a sample.  I went to Freshly Made Sketches (#59)  and thought the layout was perfect for this stamp set.

 

 

Stamps:  Lucky Me (SU)

Paper:  White, Black, Green

Ink:  Gumball Green (SU), Memento Black

Accessories:  colored pencils (Lowe), polka dot embossing folder (CB), scalloped and square die (Spellbinders), heart punch, rhinestone, dimensionals (SU), ribbon (Michaels)

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

Have a great day,

Pam~



Cheers to Bethany...



Popping in for a quick post.  My daughter just celebrated her 22nd birthday and this is the card I gave her. 

 

Stamps:  Sweet Strawberries, Pretty Patterns (GKD)

Paper:  White, Black, Pretty In Pink, Poppy Parade (SU)

Ink:  Memento Black, Crumb Cake (SU)

Accessories:  scallop and oval dies (Spellbinders), Copics, ribbon (Michaels), oval punches, twine, dimensionals (SU)

 

The flower and strawberry at the base of the glass were stamped, colored, cut out and attached with dimensionals.  Oops, the "table" looks a bit slanted ... that's what happens when you have one too many of these. :)

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~

Thinking of You ...

The stamping crew over at Freshly Made Sketches have another great sketch to play along with.  I have to say, they are always my go-to-site for great layouts!  Thank you, Ladies!  Below is what's on the table this week ...

Unfortunately, I needed another sympathy card.  My friend who has the Whippet that liked to have play dates with my Whippets, had to put her boy down last week.  This is the finished card on my table ...

 

Stamps:  Fabulous Florets (SU), Dogwood & Butterfly (GKD)

Paper:  Sahara Sand, Melon Mambo, Old Olive (SU)

DP:  Victoria Garden (EP)

Ink:  Old Olive (SU), Memento Black

Accessories:  rhinestones, pop dots (SU), Copics, glitter pen (Sakura), labels six (Spellbinders)

 

Thanks for stopping by and as always ...

 

Have a great day,

Pam~