Saturday, February 27, 2016

Color Pop Florals

I just couldn't wait to use my new stamp set called "Color Pop Florals".  It is a Make It Market Mini Kit released this month by Papertrey Ink.  It comes with stencils, dies and even papers that have the florals on it that you can color.  I chose to use copics and inks to color my patterned paper and I loved the end result.

 SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated.

Stamp Sets:
Scripted (text) and Color Pop Florals Make It Market Mini Kit

Inks:
Spring Rain, Raspberry Fizz, Lovely Lady, Vintage Jadeite, Mint Julep and True Black

Papers:
Patterned Paper Collection "Mood Mix", Lovely Lady, Color Pop Florals, White Linen (Fresh Snow) and Striped Vellum

Accessories:
Copic R83 (Rose Mist), Cover Pop Florals Stencils, Cover Pop Florals Dies, Scallop Edge Punch (SU) and Big Shot

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Splitcoaststampers Weekly Card Sketch Challenge #581

SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Choose Joy (text) and Natural Beauties

Ink:
Aqua Mist, Sweet Blush, Lovely Lady and True Black

Paper
White Linen Card Stock (fresh snow), Aqua Mist and Maggie Homes Confetti Designer Paper

Accessories:
Scallop Circle Punch (SU), White Seam Binding (Hug Snug), Natural Beauties Dies, Big Shot Machine and Dimensionals

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Papertrey Ink February 2016 Blog Hop


Both cards - All Papertrey Ink Products unless otherwise stated

Card #1


Stamp Set:
Meadow Greens


Ink
Going Gray (SU), Sweet Blush, Raspbery Fizz, Mint Julep, Vintage Jadeite


Paper:
Sweet Blush Pattern Pack, Going Gray and White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow)

Accessories:
Meadow Greens Die, Big Bubble Background Die (Poppy Stamps), Rain Drops, Pink Twine, Big Shot


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Card #2

Stamp Set:
Scripted, Rosie Posie and Rosie Posie 2

Ink:
Lovely Lady, Sweet Blush, Mint Julep, Vintage Jadeite and True Black

Paper: 
Sweet Blush Pattern Pack and White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow)

Accessories:
White Seam Binding


Sunday, February 21, 2016

Just Because

Make It Monday #239: Customizing Patterned Paper

 


SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink, unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets:
Vintage Labels (design on patterned paper), Vintage Linens and Scripted

Ink:
Sweet Blush, Lovely Lady and Mint Julep

Paper:
Nostalgic Notions Patterned Paper Collection and MFT Homespun Gingham 6 X 6 Pack

Accessories:
White Ric Rac, Vintage Linens Dies, Dimensional and Big Shot Machine
 

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Hello There MFT



SUPPLIES

Stamp Sets:
Scripted (PTI), and
Fall Florals (MFT)

Inks:
Sweet Blush, Lovely Lady, Harvest Gold, Vintage Jadeite and Mint Julep (all PTI)

Papers:
White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow), and
Lovely Lady + White Basics Paper Collection (all PTI)

Accessories:
Journal Card #2 Die (PTI)
Scripted Die (PTI)
Fall Florals Die (MFT)
Yellow Enamel Dots
Dimensionals and Big Shot Machine

Monday, February 15, 2016

Featured Stamper Challenge


My first time entering the featured stamper challenge.  Above is my creation inspired by Michele G which may be seen at http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2562135?&cat=500&ppuser=225842

SUPPLIES - All Papertrey unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets:
Scripted (text), Twig Wreath and Rustic Wreath

Ink:
Raspberry Fizz, Classic Kraft and True Black

Paper:
Kraft and White Linen (Fresh Snow) Card Stock as well as Raspberry Fizz Pattern Pack

Accessories:
Copics:  E55 (Light Carmel) and RV17 (Deep Magenta), Dies:  Twig Wreath and Rustic Wreath, Big Shot

Sunday, February 14, 2016

Have a Happy Birthday PTI Challenge


The-challenge

We've put a little something fun together for you today in honor of the last day of our anniversary countdown!  We present the Paper Crafting Alphabet Challenge!  Use anywhere from the first three to ALL of the letters in your first or last name.  Write the letters in a single column on a piece of scratch paper and then use the chart below as a reference for each of those letters, making notes about what you need to incorporate into your project.  If you have a "double" letter, skip the duplicate letter and move onto the next letter in your name.  Use your first or last name, depending on which one has a more interesting array of letters.  If you want to keep things simple, just use the first three letters of your name, if you want something more complex and challenging use all of the letters in your name!  And most importantly, have fun!


The first 3 letters in my name are JOA and I pulled out a stamp set I have never inked.  In fact, when I purchased it, I asked myself why?  Because I am not a fan of southwest design.  However, this card came out good and I know just the friend who would like it.  I created ombre borders on the whole card base and put a rhinestone in the center of the focal point.


SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink, unless otherwise stated

Stamp Set
Southwestern Style

Ink
Canyon Clay, Orange  Zest, Summer Sunrise, True Black

Paper
White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow) and Orange Zest Card Stock

Accessories
Stitched Fishtail Banner Dies (Die-Namics), Orange/Gold Colored Rhinestone, Dimensionals, Big Shot
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Saturday, February 13, 2016

Papertrey 9th Anniversary Saturday Challenge







Mark you calendars/planners for our new hashtag campaign, #saturdaysnailmail. On Saturdays we will share customers photos from Instagram, Facebook and Twitter showing cards you are mailing out to friends and/or family.  This will be ongoing, so don't forget to participate every Saturday!  Today we are challenging to take part, but with a little more focus.  Create a thank you card for our amazing warehouse staff and mail it to them today!  Share your card below in our InLinkz list, but please share it on social media as well using the new hashtag 

I am excited that this challenge will be an on goiong every Saturday.


I am so fond of the Tag Sale: Quilted Die.  I love its size and shape.

SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Sending You and Thank You Kindly

Ink
Simply Chartreuse, Melon Berry, Berry Sorbet and Smokey Shadow

Paper
Grey Card Stock (SU), Berry Sorbet Card Stock and White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow)

Accessories
Tag Sale Quilted Die, Sending You Die (leaves), Black/White Twine, Dimensionals, Big Shot, Unknown Ephemera (flowers in center)

Friday, February 12, 2016

Papertrey 9th Anniversary Challenge - 2/12/16


The-challenge






Today we have a special treat in store for you!  Sometimes it's fun to have someone else make all of the choices when it comes to your color combinations!  Below you will find a free printable of a Color Pop Fortune Teller (folding instructions below).  Once you have this folded together, you can use it to come up with fun random color options!  Link to challenge: http://nicholeheady.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c64e753ef01b7c74560b7970b-pi


SUPPLIES (All Papertrey unless otherwise stated)

Stamp Set
Just Smile and other unknown (text - "for you"

Ink
Winter Wisteria, Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus, Simply Chartreuse and True Black

Paper
White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow), Hibiscus Card Stock, Winter Wisteria Pattern Pack

Accessories
Tag Sale #3 Die, Limited Layers 1 1/2" Square Dies, Hibiscus Satin Ribbon, Dimensional, Big Shot

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Papertrey 9th Anniversary 2016 - Challenge 5


The-challenge

In honor of our 9th Anniversary, you are challenged to cut nine 1-1/2” squares from white cardstock, then alter all nine of the squares using a variety of techniques, colors, stamps, etc. Be sure to do something different to each square!  Cut lots of extra squares so you can experiment and have fun!  If you are running short on ideas you can always go through the Make It Monday archives.  Once you have completed them, adhere the nine squares to a 5-1/2” x 5-1/2” square card front and share their masterpiece on our InLinkz list below!

My creation is below.  I used different color Gelatos to color the background of each square.  Some were sprayed with a tiny bit of water and blended in with a sponge and others were just the Gelatos with no water.



SUPPLIES - All supplies Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Set
One Big Happy

Ink
Spring Rain, Harvest Gold and Mint Julep

Paper
White Linen Card stock (Fresh Snow) and Spring Rain Pattern Pack

Accessories
One Big Happy Dies, White Seam Binding, Gelatos - Strawberry, Kiwi, Fig and Elderberry, Dimensionals and Big Shot Machine

Monday, February 8, 2016

Papertrey Ink 2016 Anniversary - Challenge #4

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With all of the new projects shared by our team during the release, we know you are left with lots of ideas and "I have to try that!" moments.  We present the "Create Along With Us" challenge.  This challenge allows you to select something that the amazing team has created during the release that inspired you, and create your own version.  Your project could use a color scheme that inspired you, a technique, revisit an older set, etc...

My inspiration
From LillyBean Paperie - http://lilybeanpaperie.typepad.com/lilybeans_paperie/2016/02/introducing-tiny-town-series.html 

My Creation:
I have been addicted to the new pink released by Papertrey Ink (Lovely Lady) and seem to be using it a lot lately.

SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Just a Smile (flowers), Scripted (text) and Choose Joy (sun rays)

Ink
Lovely Lady, Harvest Gold, Vintage Jadeite and True Black

Paper
White Linen Card Stock (fresh snow), Lovely Lady Card Stock, Harvest Gold Card Stock and Lovely Lady + White Basics Paper Collection

Accessories
Petite Places Church Dies, White Dollie, White Seam Binding, Dimensional (church) and Big Shot Machine

Sunday, February 7, 2016

Papertrey 9th Anniversary - Challenge #3


The-challenge
 Since we introduced the return of the Grab Bag today, we thought it would be fun to do a "Grab & Craft" challenge!  So, set a timer for 5 minutes and *grab* supplies for your project. Don't think about it too much, just grab what inspires you!  But don't grab too much!  You need to utilize everything you grab to create a project!

 I would appreciate any recommendations for photographing your creations.  Mine are just so so and I need help.

SUPPLIES  - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Just Smile (text) and Winter Woods

Ink
Pure Poppy, Vintage Jadeite, Dark Chocolate and True Black

Paper
White Linen (Fresh Snow) and Pure Poppy + White Basics Paper Collection

Accessories
Dies:  Tag Sale Quilted Die and Winter Woods Dies, Black/White Twine (The Twinery), Dimensionals, Big Shot
 

Saturday, February 6, 2016

Papertrey 9th Anniversary Challenge - #2

The-challenge

In honor of Betsy's new Dress Up Dolls, go through your closet or explore a favorite clothing store online and select a piece of clothing or outfit to use as inspiration for a project.  Whether you select something simple or a bit more complex, this is sure to be a fun one!  Be sure to share a photo of your inspiration somewhere in your blog post too!

My Inspiration:
Gotta a invite to a wedding party? Here comes your perfect solution. The dress,ONLY $25.99,featuring front sweetheart neckline and slim waist. Get it now at CUPSHE.COM:

My creation:


SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Out of the Box (text) and Fashion Sense (2015 Stamp-a-fair stamp set)

Ink
True Black, Purse Poppy and Fresh Snow

Paper
White Linen Card Stock  (Fresh Snow). Black Card Stock and Pure Poppy + White Basics Paper Collection

Accessories
Tag Sale #10 Die, White Lace (unknown origin), dimensionals and Big Shot

Friday, February 5, 2016

Papertrey Ink 9th Anniversary Challenge #1



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My inspiration was from a card made by Betty Wright.  However, I used different colors, stamps and papers and added the black/white gingham ribbon.  Her creation may be found at https://www.pinterest.com/pin/440578776027442811/

SUPPLIES - All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Sets
Happiness In Bloom (text) and Embellished Elegance

Ink
True Black, Simply Chartreuse, Summer Sunrise, Orange Zest, Raspberry Fizz and Sweet Blush

Paper
White Linen Card Stock - Fresh Snow, Black Card Stock, and Sweet Blush Pattern Pack

Accessories
Embellished Elegance Dies, Sponge, Black/White Gingham Ribbon (SU), Dimensionals, Big Shot

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Granddaughter's 8th Birthday

Not the best photos but wanted to memorialize the occassion.  Can't believe 8 years have gone by already.


Typical Face When With Papa

Gift from Grandpa Stewart and Kay





Always Thinking Of You

SUPPLIES - All products Papertrey Ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Set
Brushed Blooms

Ink
Sweet Blush, Lovely Lady, Spring Rain, Mint Julep, Mellow Moss (SU) and True Black

Paper
White Linen Card Stock (fresh snow), Sweet Blush Pattern Pack

Accessories:  
Taffeta Ribbon (Pretty in Pink-SU)

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Splitcoaststampers Card Sketch 578

SUPPLIES - All papertrey ink unless otherwise stated

Stamp Set
Be Mine Valentine

Ink:
Lovely Lady, True Black

Paper:
Going Grey Card Stock (SU), White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow), Lovely Lady Card Stock, and Lovely Lady + White Basics Paper Collection

Accessories:
1" Circle Punch, Dimensional, Banner Striped Flag (Maggie Holmes) and Score Pal

Papertrey Make It Monday #238

Papertrey Make It Monday Challenge #238:  Valentine Ombre Stamping

SUPPLIES

Stamp Sets:
Happy Hearts (Sentiment) and Sweet Love (Center of Vellum Butterflies)

Ink:
True Black, Versa Mark

Paper:
Lovely Lady, White Linen Card Stock (Fresh Snow), Vellum

Accessories:
Butterfly Layers and Beautiful Butterflies Dies, Copics R65 (Rose Red), R83 (Rose Mist) and R20 (Blush), Filigree Fine Art Embossing Powder (White), Embossing Buddy, Embossing Heat Gun, Big Shot

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