CAS Favorites

Here are just some of the fabulous CAS cards in this week's SCS gallery. My gallery cruising time has been very limited this week, but I have enjoyed it this weekend :) I focused on the CAS cards, and if I have time, I'll go back and see the more involved cards.

Saturday, March 20

kthaman (CAS)
LaLatty (CAS)
ApricotRose (CAS)
darleenstamps (CAS)
ctorina (CAS)


Friday, March 19

katolejnik (CAS)
LaLatty (CAS)
mudflapmamma (CAS)
Silke Shimazu (CAS)
Bar (CAS)


Thursday, March 18

ilinacrouse (CAS)
jpmayo (CAS)
LateBlossom (CAS)
LateBlossom (CAS)
LateBlossom (CAS)


Wednesday, March 17

FubsyRuth (CAS)
desertpearl (CAS)
BethanyPaull (CAS)
tessa. (CAS)


Tuesday, March 16

crazystampchick (CAS)
NancyK. (CAS)


Monday, March 15

stagccva (CAS)
bbcrazy (CAS)
ltecler (CAS)
ltecler (CAS)
rosigrld (CAS)
k dunbrook (CAS)
kstamper (CAS)
lisaadd (CAS)
chrisations.ink (CAS)
tommygirloz (CAS)
KEA2004 (CAS)
LynniePoo (CAS)
hiinaz (CAS)
jaydeestamping (CAS)


Sunday, March 14

Aimes (CAS)
ilinacrouse (CAS)
PaperInBloom (CAS)
rsalamon (CAS)

GKD Release Party Cards

Wow! Did I feel honored when Tami Mayberry contacted me about being one of her guest designers this month! And double wow! This new set of hers, Fairy Tales, is super adorable! I love it! I have 4 cards to show you that were posted on StampTV Thursday night during the Gina K. Designs release party. I felt like a princess in Fairytale Land! LOL!

Love Gives Us Fairy Tales (above)

Stamps: Fairy Tales (Tami Mayberry/GKD)
Accessories: ribbon, circle punch, EK Success 2 in. scallop circle punch, Copic markers
Techniques: sponging, masking
Size: 4.25 square (4.5 A Muse envelopes)


This is a close-up view of the butterflies I used from Tami's set. It also shows one of the lovely labels from Nina's set that she released last month.

Butterfly Wishes

Stamps: Fairy Tales (Tami Mayberry/GKD), Lovely Labels (Nina Brackett/GKD)
Accessories: Sizzix Flowers & Vines die cut, ribbon, Copic markers



Here is a close-up of the froggies crowding up to get a chance to kiss the pretty girl... LOL! Of course, it is the quiet & cute gentleman in the back who will win her heart ;)

Where is that frog prince?

Stamps: Fairy Tales (Tami Mayberry/GKD)
Accessories: corner punch, Stickles, Copic markers
Techniques: paper piecing


And at the last minute, I couldn't resist making one more card :)

Make A Wish

Stamps: Fairy Tales (Tami Mayberry/GKD)
Accessories: SU scallop edge punch, CM custom cutting system, Nesties scallop circles, SU small circle punch, rich razzleberry ribbon
SU cardstock & designer paper, SU ink - rick razzleberry
Technique: paper piecing, out-of-the-box

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Favorites: Gina K Designs New Release Cards

Favorites:

HAPPY SPRING - Gina K.

Jessica Fick
Lee Murphy
Jennie Harper
Carolina
Kurtis Amundson (CAS)
Theresa Momber
Nina Brackett


SPRING HAS SPRUNG - Rupa Sevde

Jessica Fick
Lee Murphy
Erika Martin (CAS)
Nina Brackett


SENDING SUNSHINE - Theresa Momber

Theresa Momber (CAS)
Theresa Momber
Jessica Fick
Jessica Fick
Nina Brackett
Lee Murphy


A BEAUTIFUL LIFE - Melanie Muenchinger

Jennie Harper
Carla Suto
Carla Suto
Jessica Fick
Jessica Fick
Theresa Momber
Theresa Momber
Nina Brackett
Gina K.


BY YOUR SIDE - Asela Hopkins

Nina Brackett
Theresa Momber
Asela
Gina K.


FAIRY TALES - Tami Mayberry

Tami Mayberry
Tami Mayberry
Jeanne Streiff (CAS)
Emily Giovanni - (CAS)
Theresa Momber
Gina K.
catdidit
Nina Brackett


NANA"S NEEDLEWORK - Nina Brackett

Kurtis Amundson (CAS)
Jessica Fick
Lee Murphy
Melissa Cash
Melissa Cash
Nina Brackett (CAS)
Nina Brackett
Nina Brackett
Theresa Momber
Theresa Momber
Stephanie Muzzulin (CAS)
Stephanie Muzzulin
Jennie Harper
Gina K.


StampTV kit SPRING MIX

Theresa Momber (CAS)
Theresa Momber
Lee Murphy
Nina Brackett
Nina Brackett
Jessica Fick
Jessica Fick
Carolyn King
Gina K.
Gina K.

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The Natural Beauty of Rich Olive Opulence

SCS Color Challenge:
Rich Olive Opulence
Rich Razzleberry
Old Olive
Orchid Opulence

I cringed when I first read the colors for this challenge, but when I read Betty's explanation of using her dsp... I got it! And thankfully I still had some left!

Stamps: Natural Beauty - Stampin' Up (retired)
Paper: white, rich razzleberry, dsp
Ink: black, Copic markers, rich razzleberry marker
Accessories: organdy ribbon, SU scallop border punch, CM custom cutting system

Dirty Dozen March Favorites

The new Dirty Dozen has been revealed! I have to admit, I wasn't too familiar with their work. I found out what I was missing though! Here are some of my faves.

bbcrazy

CT0310 Butterflies ala Bella Toile
A Breath of Spring for the PPA
Butterflies of the Heart (CAS)
Snowman Kisses
In the Meadow
Hoot for the PPA
Time for Thyme
Mustard Cat Mojo


Westies

CT0310, Baby Snail card
CT0310, hey there!
Easter Greetings
Vintage-Style Bouncing Baby Buggy
Happy Birthday card
Just a Note
Pretty Poinsettia gift set
August PTI Blog Hop


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Psalm119:105

This is a StampTV card that I made last week and just haven't gotten around to posting it yet.

StampTV sketch challenge 3/4/10

Stamps: Lovely Labels (Gina K Designs/Nina Brackett), Guiding Light (Gina K Designs/Rupa Shevde)
Paper: chocolate chip, brocade blue, white
Ink: Palette burnt umber, creamy caramel, Copic markers (G21, G24, B93, E31, W2, C0, E0000, Y000)
Accessories: CM custom cutting system, brads

I cut out the label myself, but hopefully some day I will have the Nesties! :)

Who is a vizier?

On the Christian Paper Crafts site, I start 2 threads on the same day that I post the color challenge. One is the question-of-the-day... Today it is the question posted in the challenge: What does St. PAtrick's Day mean to you?

I also start a thread in the "What are you doing today?" sub-forum. I thought I'd post what I would be doing today... testing. :)

Anyone taking a test today? My students had 4 tests last week: 2 math, science (cells & heredity), & language arts (persuasion & advertising). Today, we take the last of the tests... for now. Tuesday will be a welcomed relief!

Today's Test: Social Studies - Daily Life in Ancient Egypt (Chapter 9)

Quick review!!!
Who is a vizier?

Here are some easier ones: What is embalming?
What are you doing if you are using heiroglyphics?
What is the government doing when it conducts a census?
What important thing is in short supply during a famine?

How did you do?

A CAS Chocolate Mint Bunny Card

What does St. Patrick's Day mean to you? To me, it means being able to get a Mint Shamrock Shake at McDonald's! My McDonald's allows us to have it our way... 1/2 mint & 1/2 chocolate. Yummy! This is not a theme challenge... The chocolate mint shakes simply inspired our challenge for you:

This week we have a CAS color challenge for you: any shades of green and brown + white or cream

This also is this week's color challenge on Christian Paper Crafts :) - CM48

Stamps: Unity's January KOM '10
Paper: white, chocolate chip, sage shadow
Ink: Palette burnt umber
Accessories: satin ribbon & bow from a package, Nesties, Martha Stewart lace border punch, Cuttlebug Victoria EF

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Some Clean & Simple Favorites

I've been sick so I only have a few to show today.

Sunday, March 14
Chupa (CAS)
stampingout (CAS)
Bar (CAS)

Saturday, March 13
girlgeek101 (CAS)
mmbc (CAS)
mmbc (CAS)
MrsBoz (CAS)
Freshn'Sassy (CAS)
Chupa (CAS)
Chupa (CAS)
Clear & Simple (CAS)


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Happy Birthday Chick - Double Challenge

Silly me... I forgot to post last week's CAS (SCS) & CPC's color challenge last Sunday night. Ugh!

CAS Challenge #57
A Different Kind of Shape-abilities
Layer 2 different shapes on your card while keeping it CAS. I used and oval on a Top Note die cut.

Christian Paper Crafts Color Monday
Challenge #47 - Colors: Shades of pink with just an accent of yellow + white or cream
Why the title? My little bit of yellow is a little chickie. :)

Stamps: Stampendous
Paper: pink pirouette, pretty in pink, white
Ink: black, Copic markers
Accessories: CM cus

Favorites from the SCS Whipper Snapper Gallery

After making my Whipper Snapper bunny train card, I started cruising the SCS Whipper Snapper gallery! This is the 2nd time I've cruised the gallery this way. It's fun! Here are some faves I think I haven't linked before today.

Saturday, March 13
YLM

Thursday, March 11
shellied
shellied

Sunday, March 7
shellied

Thursday, March 4
Kauai17

Last Month
Kauai17
Jeanie Witmer
ematson
Kauai17

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Inspired Bunny Train

SCS Inspiration Challenge 223

Warm Biscuit Bedding Company

I've had this bunny train from Whipper Snapper image for about a year and never took the time to use it. Well, I remedied that today when I found this adorable nursery room custom shelf with the bunny "train" sitting on top. The shelf is light blue with light pink molding.

Stamps:
Bunny Train - Whipper Snapper
Jelly Bean BG - DRS Designs
speckled BG - Stampin' Up!
Paper: bashful blue, pretty in pink, chocolate chip, white
Ink: black, bashful blue, creamy caramel, Copic markers
Accessories: white gel pen, ribbon, eyelet, Martha Stewart lace border punch

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Favorites Found in the SCS Unity Gallery

After having fun making the birds' nest card, I went cruising for some eye candy! Here are some of the fun cards I found!

Thursday, March 11

ravengirl (CAS bookmark)
handmadebysm
mmbc (CAS)
craftycaro
briarthyme


Wednesday, March 10

briarthyme


Tuesday, March 9

1busymomof2 (CAS)
1busymomof2 (CAS)


Monday, March 8

pamchen
lisahenke (CAS)
scrapsbym


Friday, March 5

whoistracy (CAS)


Thursday, March 4

1busymomof2 (CAS)
JenniB04 (CAS)


Last Month

dlounds
doodersmom9
doodersmom9 (CAS)
doodersmom9
Beate

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Friends with Flair!!!

After 4 hours of parent/teacher conferences, I came home and signed up for Friends with Flair! I needed me time :) By the time I was done, I was really, really tired! LOL! So this will be short & sweet.
Recipe:
Stamps: Spring Unity
Paper: retired SU
Ink: black, Copics
Accessories: SU - circle, designer label, & heart to heart punches, ribbon

You can click on the picture if you'd like a bigger view!

In My Faves!

Here are some faves before heading back to work to see my kiddies tomorrow.... and all those meetings, and conferences, and lost pencils and catching notes being passed... I'm making myself tired. Good grief... I sound old! LOL!

Monday, March 8

Stampfilled Dreams
nitestamper
dahlhousedesigns (CAS)
iris
gbedwright
mcalexab
territweety (CAS)
crystalbrndf
ckidd (CAS)
ckidd
Stamper K
markie's mom (CAS)
lisahenke
lisahenke
kavitamahadeo
Randee E


Sunday, March 7

LaLatty (CAS)
LaLatty (CAS)
kstamper (CAS)
kstamper (CAS)
kstamper (CAS)
kstamper (CAS)
al_silver2 (CAS)
PaperInBloom (CAS)
kmahany (CAS)
Craft Fanatic
Devlinwhite (CAS)
Devlinwhite
AudreyAnn
MilwaukeeMommy
hobbywoman
hobbywoman

Saturday, March 6

craftycaro
nwilliams6


Friday, March 5

Benzi
adelaros
meedi-j (CAS)
patsmethers


Wednesday, March 3

LaLatty (CAS)
Toy
peanutbee
stamperjen0 (CAS)


Tuesday, March 2

debbiemom23cs
Laurel Seabrook


Monday, March 1

countrybeamer (CAS)


Last Month

deborahmegan
deborahmegan
atmorastica
she's_crafty
cmsuto
HamiltonGal
dancerriley
kittie747
k dunbrook (CAS)
stampertammy (CAS)
Kristin Moore (CAS)
resqbarbie (CAS)
al_silver2 (CAS)
ltecler (CAS)
fionna51 (CAS)
fionna51 (CAS)
hobbywoman (CAS)
cookiebaker (CAS)
cookiebaker (CAS)
cookiebaker (CAS)
mocjen (CAS)
chupa (CAS)
jaydeestamping (CAS)
va.sunshine (CAS)
k dunbrook (CAS)
k dunbrook (CAS)
LaLatty (CAS)
angelladcrockett
Raqode7 (CAS)
danascott96 (CAS)
gbedwright
debbiemom23cs


Now I'm really tired. LOL! But that was a lot of fun! Be back soon!

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Inspired by Vera

SCS Featured Stamper: Vera

Such a gorgeous gallery! I have linked several of Vera's cards in my favorites. You can see them in the next post. This is Vera's card that inspired me today.

I made a narrower card. (5.5 by 3.5 - It fits a letter sized envelope.) I liked the way the light design went up the side with the added stamped flowers in the opposite lower corner. I didn't really have any stamps that were close, so I used designer paper. I punched my flowers and sentiment and then added a punched butterfly. The last changes were the bling and scalloped edge punch.

Stamps: Tag Lines (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: Cottage Wall SU dsp, pale plum, white
Ink: rich razzleberry
Accessories:
taffeta ribbon - Stampin' Up!
scallop edge punch - Stampin' Up!
oval punch - Stampin' Up!
scallop edge punch - Stampin' Up!
butterfly punch - Martha Stewart
medium flower punch - Marvy
small flower punch - EK Success
Star Dust Stickles - Ranger
pop-up mounting tabs - Magic-Mounts

Featured Stamper Favorites (3/7/10)

Splitcoast's featured stamper is Vera! What a super gallery! Here are just some of my favorites from her SCS gallery.

VSMARSF2 Thinking of You
Lang Zal Ze Leven
For A Belgian Baby
CC256 CAS52 True Friend (CAS)
CC255 Signed, Sealed, Delivered
FS155 CASEing Karen
WT254 Square Pegs
SC261 Winter Mitten
SC258 Tea for One (CAS)
CC236 Pretty Color Combo (CAS)
CAS31 A Close Friend (CAS)
WSC93 Autumn Splendor (CAS)
CCC09 - June (CAS)
Let Your Heart Have Wings
18th Birthday (CAS)

Crazy 4 Challenges

DRS Designs is sponsoring the challenges this month for Crazy 4 Challenges.

Today's challenge is paper piercing. I used the paper piercing for the faux stitching technique.

Stamps: Bucky the Bunny, Jelly Bean Jumble BG, Bunny Tracks, Easy Grass BG (DRS Designs)
Paper: cool caribbean, kraft, pink pirouette, white
Ink: black, close to cocoa, Bermuda Bay, green galore, Copic markers
Accessories: Martha Stewart zig-zag border punch, taffeta ribbon, paper piercer & template (SU mat stack), pop-up dots, white gel pen
Technique: out-of-the-box, faux stitching

I'm not telling how long this card took to make!

StampTV Color Challenge
-*Tina's first!*
Pink & White

I'm not telling how long this card took to make! I just couldn't make up my mind on anything. Sigh.

Stamps: Oh, Baby - Rupa Shevde
Lovely Labels - Nina Brackett (Gina K Designs)
Paper: regal rose, regal rose dsp, pretty in pink, white
Ink: rose red, regal rose
Accessories: EK Success flower punch & Bracket edger punch, SU's circle, oval, & modern label punches, Sizzix Flower & Vines die cut, ribbon, rhinestone stickers, paper piercer, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots embossing folder, pop-up dots (for the label and paws)
Techniques: faux stitching, paper piecing

This card measures 4.25 square. I use 4.5 A Muse envelopes. The paws are popped up for dimension. Unfortunately, I don't have the matching Nestie for this label yet (but some day!), so I carefully cut around it.

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Favorites

Surprisingly, I haven't had much time in the gallery this week. Even though I'm on a short medical leave, I've been hopping to this appointment and that appointment and even squished in my son's yearly special education meeting today. Occasionally, I receive comments about how much the favorites are enjoyed. I read one like that, today, so I just had to show off the beautiful work from some beautiful people! Enjoy!


Friday, March 5

NiKK
cullenwr
jovialjudi
mom4cuties
hobbydujour


Thursday, March 4

stampinsweeney (CAS)
bon2stamp
Cici510
Chupa


Wednesday, March 3

justcrazy
shellied
One Happy Stamper
NikiE
NancyK. (CAS)
ardodd


Tuesday, March 2

Rox71
shirmcat (CAS)
Wendybell
countrybeamer (CAS)
Chupa (CAS)


Monday, March 1

Princessheather


Sunday, February 28

Toy
stampertammy
peebsmama
DeborahLynneS
ltecler (CAS)


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