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Happy Anniversary! 25 silver years!

2012-02-14T12:10:00.002-05:00

Good Morning! This silver anniversary card measures 5" x 5" and will be gifted in a clear box found HERE (there are 25 boxes in a pack!) to the recipient. I started this creation by covering the chipboard numbers with Pink Paislee Vintage Vogue designer paper. After tracing the numbers on the paper, I cut out and adhered to the each respective number with Aleene's tacky glue. Then, I lightly

Get Well!

2012-02-13T07:01:00.002-05:00

Get Well JustRite Elegant Charms Card How about a Get Well Card today? Zigzag stitching around card stock utilizing my sewing machine compliments the ribbon used! Prima Roses are found at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. My stamped image and sentiment are found in JustRite's Elegant Charms Set at the store as well. Love the custom coordinating Spellbinders Charms Dies for this set! Makes life

Ribbon Inspiration, Stamp Simply Style-Cool Blue!

2012-02-11T16:00:00.000-05:00

Blue Hanger Label Hello! Welcome to Saturday's Stamp Simply Ribbon Inspiration! Today's focus is BLUE! So, how about Baby Blue! Remember the TWINS card I made HERE? Today's project is part of the baby gift that will accompany the card. When our friends sort all those baby clothes, all those sizes, pink and blue, how about labeled hangers to keep the sizes and gender organized in the closet?

Valentine Cookie Packaging!

2012-02-10T12:39:00.000-05:00

All packaged and ready for those special Valentine's in our life! RicRac, White Wrinkle Ribbon, Spellbinders Heart Dies, Adhesive Pearl, White Metallic String, and Primrose are found at The Stamp Simply RIBBON Store. The stamped images are from JustRite's Clear Set, Winter Words. And here is one more package, using a red flower, bakers string, and wrinkle ribbon from The Stamp Simply

Valentine's WagonWheel Sandwich Cookies!

2012-02-09T18:31:00.001-05:00

Valentine WagonWheel Cookie Sandwiches Simple and Yummy! Over on Pinterest, I came across this idea that was used for a western themed party. I chose pink heart marshmallows for the center in celebration of Valentine's Day! I placed the marshmallows onto a paper plate and microwaved until soft. Not melted, just soft enough to squish so the Keebler Fudge Stripe cookies could stick when

The Sea....

2012-02-08T09:10:00.000-05:00

The Sea...Round Card A round card using JustRite's cling set, Sea Shell Bay Labels Twenty Two. The image and sentiment are stamped with silver ink and embossed with clear embossing powder. The sea shells are embossed as well and cut out to embellish the stamped focal point. Mirrored Cardstock, Twill Chevron Ribbon, cording, and pearled wire trim are found at The StampSimply RIBBON Store.

The Birthday Boy is Three!

2012-02-07T01:49:00.000-05:00

Kaylub's Three Year Old Birthday Card Our grandson, Kaylub, turned three years old this past Saturday! Here is the card that accompanied his gift from Grandma and Papa! A large card measuring 6"x6"sports a large painted chipboard letter along with a smaller inked chipboard number three! The stamps are ancient SU stamps, I do not even remember the name of the set anymore! Kaleidoscope

I Have Always Loved the Beach...

2012-02-06T01:30:00.002-05:00

4"x4" Canvas Two Finally! The second canvas finished! Only two more to go! This canvas is all about the beach! You can see the start of this project HERE. I used the same papers from Webster's Pages Spring Market, Yacht Club, Country Estate found HERE. The corners are also Mod Podged to add a bit of texture. Stamp Simply Ribbon Store 1/2" wrinkle ribbon embellish the sand bottle! JustRite

Stamp Simply Ribbon Inspiration-RicRac!

2012-02-04T08:00:00.000-05:00

Good Morning! This Saturday we are featuring RicRac for Stamp Simply's Ribbon Inspiration. I decided to embellish this jar candle I picked up after Christmas! One of those after Christmas Sale items that was 75% off! The scent of this Colonial Candle is Pure Cashmere,yum! Pink Paislee's Vintage Vogue Chipboard Pop Stickers and Pink Paislee Vintage Vogue Paper embellish the outer glass perfectly

Just A Note!

2012-02-03T00:21:00.000-05:00

Just A Note, JustRite! Just a Note to say hello on this Friday morning! Hope you've had a great week! LOVE JustRite's new background stamps, especially this Shabby Music one! I stamped with Memento LadyBug Red onto Vintage Cream Cardstock and used the same ink for the sentiment and lace border! JustRite Shabby Music Background Stamp A peek of the Shabby Music Stamp! It's plenty large to

Candy Strawberries!

2012-01-31T12:54:00.002-05:00

EDITED TO ADD: The plastic stems were bought at my local cake decorating store. I think calling around to your local craft/cake decorating stores to locate them in your area is your best bet! Enjoy and thanks so much for your comments and inquiries! Candy Strawberries-Bloomers Heart Box The next best strawberries compared to the real thing! Fresh strawberries are yummy, but here in lower

RicRac Heart Onsies

2012-01-30T11:53:00.001-05:00

Ric Rac Heart 18 Month Onsie Remember those ric rac roses I posted last week, HERE? I finally completed the embellishment of the onsies, I purchased to go along with those hair clips. Here is the 18 month size. Love the gathering at the neckline and the turned down collar provides the perfect edging to add more ric rac! Valentine Ric Rac Heart Onsies This pic is not great in color, but

Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style-Red Hot Ribbon!

2012-01-28T08:00:00.000-05:00

Repurposed Heart Candy Box Hard to believe this heart is a repurposed candy box! Yes, really it is! Isn't it beautiful? This was another idea I saw over on Pinterest! Using bloomers of any color would work, but today is our Stamp Simply red hot ribbon inspiration! The gorgeous Red Velvet Ribbon adds that perfect touch too! It is 3/8" and comes in 12 rich colors! The awesome green leaves are

At the Beach, to find a Seashell...

2012-01-26T17:35:00.001-05:00

Canvas #1, At the Beach Wall Decor I'm still plugging along with decor for our downstairs bedroom! I showed you this chalkboard table, and supply wall bucket holders HERE. Now, I am on to some wall decor. I covered four 4"x4" canvas squares (purchased at Michaels) with Webster Pages Spring Market, Yacht Club, Country Estate designer paper. This canvas is the first, with the other three

Another Fuzzy Slipper Cupcake!

2012-01-25T15:02:00.004-05:00

Unwrapped Fuzzy Slipper Cupcake #2 I need two fuzzy slipper cupcakes for Valentine's Day, because I have two daughters! So here is Fuzzy Slipper Cupcake #2. The first one is HERE. Same story, only I used PapertreyInk papers. The circle punched cherry is just sitting in between the folds, easy to take off! Tape is not a good thing with this kind of material! Wrapped Fuzzy Slipper cupcake

Stamp Simply Ribbon Inspiration SHEER RIBBON WINNER

2012-01-25T11:54:00.000-05:00

Good Morning! The winner for The Stamp Simply RIBBON Inspiration-Sheer Ribbon was picked from my blog! WhoooHooo! The lucky winner was picked last night at 6pm EST! Please join me in congratulating Tanya! Tanya said... wow, this is so cool! I totally appreciate the tutorial too. January 21, 2012 9:33 PM Congratulations, Tanya! Please contact Sharon to claim your prize! Her

Ric Rac Rose Packaging!

2012-01-24T13:32:00.000-05:00

Ric Rac Rose Hairclips Remember these Ric Rac Rose Hairclips from yesterday? Today, I have them packaged, ready for gift giving! Before we get to that, I wanted to say, I hope you are having a Terrific Tuesday! Every Tuesday my husband and I go to our church and volunteer at our after school program. We open the doors, help with homework, play games, listen, and serve all a hot meal!

Ric Rac Rose Hair Clips!

2012-01-23T13:51:00.002-05:00

RIC RAC ROSE Supplies Here is what I started with! Ric Rac and Suede Leaves from The Stamp Simply RIBBON Store along with a metal hair clip, needle & thread, and Aleene's Tacky glue. I first saw this idea over on Pinterest! I followed the blog instructions HERE, and was pleased with the result for my first try. Complete Single Ric Rac Rose I feel my roses turned out just as shown in

Stamp Simply Inspiration - Sheer Ribbon!

2012-01-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Before we begin today, please join us in wishing Happy Birthday to fellow team member, Deb Saaranen! Today is her special day, so be sure to leave her birthday wishes when you visit her blog! Happy Birthday, Deb! Melissa Frances Crepe Paper Birthday ONE You've been so patient with me as I have been showing you all the goodies I made for our granddaughter's first birthday! The Candy

Love U...Fuzzy Slipper Valentine Cupcake, JustRite!

2012-01-20T10:55:00.000-05:00

Unwrapped Fuzzy Slipper Cupcake I saw this idea during the holidays and ran out of time to get it done! In reality, I like the idea better for Valentine's Day or as a Get Well thinking of you gift! There are many cupcake wrapper patterns out there, just google and you will have several options! I chose a straight edge pattern and added scallops to the top edges the old fashioned way, using

Thank You for your Service!

2012-01-19T03:30:00.000-05:00

Thank You, You are the Best! How about a thank you card today? Here is my take for a serviceman or woman Thank You card. I love the red, white, blue! How easy this was to make with the ticking stripe background stamp! Love different ways to use those stamps! Tag Stamps from JustRite Clear Spring Words Set Close up of tag that I stamped twice, once with Memento Lady Bug red, and

Acorn Kisses!

2012-01-18T13:03:00.001-05:00

Acorn Kisses and Jar Lid Here is a past project that I didn't get up on my blog. It was at the time when our computer crashed and burned and we spent quite of bit of time getting another computer set up, going to classes, etc. Recently, I was looking at these pictures and thought Acorn Kisses could easily be made for Valentine's Day! Acorn Kisses This idea was seen on Pinterest!

Celebrate! Twins!

2012-01-17T12:30:00.000-05:00

Celebrate TWINS! A boy and girl! Did you know The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store carries STAMPAVIE Stamps? Today I made a card for a couple at our church who are expecting twins! A boy & a girl! I stamped the image twice using Memento Tuxedo Black ink, copic colored one complete image, copic colored just the baby image on the second, then hand cut image to place next to her brother! I decided

Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style- Thank You!

2012-01-14T08:00:00.000-05:00

For today's Stamp Simply Ribbon Inspiration, designers are making two cards! One Thank You card decked out with ribbon, flowers, & embellishments and for card number two, creating the same card, only leaving off all the bulk. Thanks Cards Here are my two Thanks Cards! I hope you can tell the one that is more embellished than the other! The crowns were purchased at Michaels in a

Kaisercraft Wooden Letter Decor

2012-01-12T12:33:00.002-05:00

BRIELLE OLIVIA This is one of our beautiful granddaughters who just turned one! Her Momma had a wonderful party for her and of course Grandma had to make some special goodness for the celebration! The Valentine Heart Sucker Favors HERE were given to guests. And today I have wall decor created with wooden letters spelling her name, Stamp Simply Style! Wooden Letters covered with