Friday, June 13, 2014

Burst into Bloom with Arianna Heartfelt Creations Collection


This week was the premier of Heartfelt Creations latest collection " Arianna Blooms " .  I think you can see why I think the flowers are just bursting alive...they're beautiful.  Please be sure to head over Heartfelt Creations Blog and see complete directions on how to create this card and also lots of designs from other DT members.


Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Today's the Day....G45 Announces


 
 
Today is the day for the BIG INTRODUCTION over on Graphic 45's blog.  I am beyond thrilled to be joining their design team.  It's such a HUGE honor.  So please hop over to their blog today, leave a comment, maybe even win a prize as they introduce me. 
 
 
 
Be sure to check out the rest of the amazing design team they are introducing over the next few days.  You'll be floored at their creative work.....and I know they would love to hear a congrats from you too!!!
 
 
 
 
I'll see you on Friday with Heartfelt Creations card of the week. 
 

Monday, June 9, 2014

Wedding Duo for Xyron


Todays project is one I created for a Hobby Lobby ad for Xyron.  It's a wedding ensemble duo.  All of the products can be found at Hobby Lobby and if you pick up their latest magazine you'll find more pictures plus a link for supplies and detailed instructions on how to create both of there pieces.


The first is a signature tag book with removable tags.  This is a great way for wedding guest to sign a sweet wish for the bride and groom.




The second is the table lantern.  These days mason jars and mini lanterns at the reception tables are a must and this is one that is handmade to match the guest book.  There is a battery operated tea light on the inside ready to glow through any occasion. 


Want to get a jump start and have all of your Xyron goodies to make these...Here is a complete list of Xyron supplies and other products used and remember to check out Xyron's ad in the Hobby Lobby Magazine for a link to complete directions and how to. 

Supply List:
Xyron Products:  5" Creative Station, 1 1/2 Create a Sticker, 3" disposable Sticker Maker, Double Sided Tape, Glue Dots, Teresa Collins Foam tape (not sure if Hobby Lobby has this so we can say I made it with Creative Station if you want?)
Hobby Lobby Products: Sizzix Flowers, Branches and Leaves Set, Sizzix Embossing Folders / Flowers Rings & Clusters Set, Farm House Mini Envelope Album, Sizzix Alterations Luminary 3-D, Ice Enamels Relique German Silver, Versa mark ink, Vintage Photo Distress Ink, Distress Ink Tool, Susan's Garden Flower Tools, Pearl Gemstones 8mm, 5mm and 10mm, Blue Vellum, MME Lost and Found 2 Breeze " Fun Day" Today Paper, MME Lost and Found Portobello Road " Buddies " Perfect paper,  Chipboard Letters by Paper Studio
Other Products: cream card stock, chip board, hot glue gun, and ribbon  

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Building Blocks with Heartfelt Creations


Hello everyone.  Today's project is my latest creation for Heartfelt Creations.  It's a baby block tower.  This would be so sweet for a shower gift.  I've taken lots of pictures so you can hopefully get an idea of what it looks like...sometimes dimension projects can be a bear to photograph, LOL. 


This the is the top which holds a three dimensional umbrella clustered amongst handmade flowers 


This sweetheart was fussy cut from the paper, however they do have a matching stamp with this same pattern, it was just a bit smaller and I wanted the height.


On this picture you can see some of the small squares scenes I cut from the paper and applied with foam tape to the sides, randomly.  Also the font letters have been covered with card stock and filed for a clean edge.  If you would like to see complete directions on how to make this, please go to the Heartfelt Creations Blog.  You'll find all kinds of beautiful ideas from the rest of the design team.

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Quick Quotes and Xyron Design Team Blog Hop


Today I'm helping to continue on the fun for the week long Xyron and Quick Quotes Blog Hop.  I had so much fun playing in their paper! Be sure to go to Xyron Blog to see more projects from the design team and also check out Quick Quotes for even more inspiration. 

Today I've made a 12 x 12 layout using the Serendipity paper collection from Quick Quotes.  I had some photos of my brave little man at the Urgent Care getting a stitch in his lip.  He was so brave, so when I saw the quote "Life Takes Bravery" I knew it was a perfect pairing. 



On a side note....my son's lip is healing up nicely so Everything is going to be OK, LOL.  Be sure to see all the Xyron and Quick Quotes products used for this project below and thanks so much for stopping by. 

  

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Heartfelt Wednesday


I love Wednesday's because it's the day that I get to share a new Heartfelt Creations project with you.  I'm loving this collection so much " Sweet Lullaby "  and who doesn't love babies. 

Today's card is one that has flowers nestled amongst dies cuts and hearts....see the Heartfelt Creations Design Team Blog for complete directions and more inspiration from other design team members. 

Monday, May 26, 2014

Live, Love, Laugh with Mr. Fox


Today's card is one that features the " Mr. Fox" Collection from Kaisercraft.  I had to use the view finder collectable somewhere on my card....I so fell in love with it.  I added some die cuts to dress it up a bit and finish everything off with pearls...yeap you know me, pearls. 

Thursday, May 22, 2014

New Bundle of Joy

Who doesn't love babies?  Heartfelt's latest release is so perfect for the celebration of a new little bundle of joy.   This tri fold card was really simple to make but it's so delicate and sweet.   


I hope you have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend and I'll see you all next week. 

Monday, May 19, 2014

Xyron and Paper House Blog Hop With Tutorial


Hi Everyone.  Today we are kicking off the PaperHouse and Xyron Design Team Blog Hops.  I've created a tutorial that is simple and fun but will have you making this adorable box in no time.  Ready to see how to upcycle a Laughing Cow Cheese Box...Wow lets start.     

Step One

Trace the top of the lid onto your paper (twice).  I'm using the Endless Summer Paper from Paper House.  Cut out your circles. 

Step Two


Using the 5" Creative Station run your traced circles through and adhere one to the top of your box and put the other one aside.

Step 3

 

Sand the box edges and ink for a finished look.
 
Step Four
 
Cut 1/2 inch strips (3) and ink the edges.  Run through the 1" Teresa Collins Xyron Sticker Maker and attach to the sides of the box.  You'll do this on the top of the box and also the bottom of the box and will use the third strip to finish off both as 12" won't take it all the way around the box. 
 
 
Step Five : Cut two strips of 3/4 inch strip, ink and run through the 3" disposable Xyron Create a Sticker 
 

 

 Adhere to Around the inside of the box. Add interior circle we had set aside from step one/ two  to the inside bottom of the box .  Add embellishments to finish off project.




Here is a complete list of Paper House and Xyron projects used to create this piece.  Be sure to check out the rest of the design teams projects for more great tutorials, tips and inspiration all week long. 


 
 
 
 

Friday, May 16, 2014

Xyron and Out on a Limb Blog Hop

 
Hi Everyone.  This week Xyron has teamed up with Out On A Limb Scrapbook pages to create some great projects for you. Be sure to head over to Xyron's Blog for tons more inspiration from the rest of the team.  Want even more, you can find more OOAL inspiration on their Facebook Page.   
 
 I thought it would be fun to show two cards you could create with the Scrapbook Page kit.  You really get a lot of bang for your buck with these kits. 
 
 
The kit I used was Magic Memories.   I still have lots of goodies left over from the kit to use on future projects, but here are two card I made with some of the card stock and die cuts.  So much fun!!!
 
 
Look at how the balloons are ready to float off the page with the foam tape squares from the Teresa Collins Xyron Kit.  I also ran the borders through using the special 1" sticker maker that comes in the Teresa Collins Xyron Glue Kit
 
 
 
 
 
Here is a complete list of all the Xyron glue products that helped me pull these cards together.