Can you say????.....Addicted(to stamps)!!!

Key Ingredients- Happy Birthday

2012-01-26T23:01:00.004-06:00

I am LOVING this month's Key Ingredients kit from Taylored Expressions, and WAIT til you see next months...SWOOOON!! For now, I have another card I have made with this gorgeous kit!! It is pretty CAS, but hey, it never hurts to step outside your comfort zone, right?!

For my card, I used the Moka Katie set, for my sentiment....and I colored....nothing. I know, it was hard on me, too, but hey, it works!! All my supplies are a part of the FABULOUS Key Ingredients kit from January including the: light and dark teal Bazil card stock, Snow White card stock, Paper Hearts paper from Crate Paper, ribbon, and a stick pin. To add to my card a little, I used some brads from Michael's, and the MFT Simply Scalloped Medium Die-namics.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!!

Ribbon Carousel Breaking NEWS!!

2012-01-26T23:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone! Today is a big day at RibbonCarousel.com. We are debuting the Brand New Ribbon Carousel^© today and, of course, doing a giveaway on our Blog too! Here are the details:

The Ribbon Carousel^©is made out of White Marine Board Plastic (High Density Polyethylene), giving it a textured top with smooth scrolled edges. Each Carousel comes with 8 Clear Acrylic rods allowing for many different configurations. You can use it as a 4, 5, 6 or 8 post Carousel, depending upon your individual needs.

The Ribbon Carousel^© holds up to 60 rolls of 3/8" ribbon using 4 rods, 40 Wooden Spools or 16 spools of your favorite Baker's Twine using 8 rods. It SPINS around on a lazy susan, allowing you to access your ribbon and twine easily! This easy-to-use organizer is compact, with a footprint less than 7" square on your workspace. The Ribbon Carousel^© holds ribbon spools of any size up to a 4" diameter. Minimal assembly required.

To use: Simply unscrew the knob on top of the Ribbon Carousel^©. Remove the top and place your spools on the posts as desired. Replace the top by lining up the rods to the holes in the underside of the top. Replace the knob to secure the Ribbon Carousel.

Specifications: Each Ribbon Carousel is approximately 6.85" square and 13.5" tall. The manufacturing and assembly of each Ribbon Carousel^© is in Washington State, USA.

Now head on over to the Ribbon Carousel Blog or FB page to be entered in our Giveaway!

Check THIS out!!

2012-01-26T23:00:00.001-06:00

I SPY a new sketch blog in town.....and you will NEVER guess who is on the team!!!

Well, if you guessed me, YOU are correct!! Head on over HERE for a special announcement!!

YIPPEE!!!!

Scootin' By and Accessories Blog Hop Challenge

2012-01-26T07:00:00.004-06:00

Hey There She Goes fans!! We REALLY hope you have been enjoying this week's blog hops! Today is our FINAL day of Blog Hop Challenges from There She Goes, and today we have TWO super cute new sets from Melyssa!!

Cruising on a Sunday afternoon, scootin’ by to say hi! Melyssa Connolly has brought Leah back and she’s " to be wild"! She already comes with lots of fun, but if this isn’t enough she has a kit to accessorize to her hearts content! Whether she’s moving, heading off to school, or enjoying a ride she’ll surely make tracks into your heart.

Scootin’ By is a 4x8 set that includes a total of 15 stamps and will sell for $18.00.

Scootin’ By – Accessories is a 4x4 set that includes a total of 14 stamps and will sell for $10.00.

For my card tonight....I had SO MUCH FUN!! I used the Oh La La For Her pad from MME, and paired it with some FUN colors of cardstock: Berry Sorbet(PTI), Sour Apple, and Berrylicious. To add some fun, I paper pieced her skirt with some of the paper, and added some Mango Vintage Seam Binding from the Ribbon Carousel. My layout is this week's Sweet Stop Sketch w/ a Twist, too!!

Would you like to win the new Scootin’ by and Scootin’ by Accessories stamp sets? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of participants in today's Blog Hop!!

MFTWSC56- I Love You

2012-01-25T11:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Wednesday!! Since it is Wednesday, it is time for another Wednesday Stamp Club challenge from My Favorite Things!!

For my card tonight, I used the new Bunch of Hearts Flopsey. I stamped him on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored him with my Copics. He was then cut out, and popped up on a Open Scalloped Doily Duo Die-namics cut out of Love Me paper from MME. I used the First Place Award Die-namics for my sentiment, and more of the MME paper for the background. My card stock colors are Pink Lemonade, Berry Sorbet, and Going Gray. I used some yummy White Twill Ribbon from the Ribbon Carousel, and some Blossom Twine from there, as well. My border was made with the Stacked Open Scalloped Die-namics.

Here are the Die-namics I used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out MFT Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's sketch!!

Perk Up Blog Hop Challenge

2012-01-25T07:00:00.002-06:00

Hey Everyone!! Today is day two of this month's new release Blog Hop Challenges from There She Goes, and we have another ADORABLE set for you to LOVE!!

Friendship and coffee are a good blend to send greetings near and far. Torico has created a darling set to perk up the one "mug" you’ve been missing. An absolute must for those sweets and treats without all the calories!

Perk Up! is a 4x8 set that includes a total of 36 stamps and will sell for $18.00.

For my card tonight, I paired the new Perk Up Set with my Honey Pie paper from MME. I used Baja Breeze, Orange Fizz, Hot Fudge, and Sweet Tooth cardstock. My ribbon is Walnut Seam Binding from the Ribbon Carousel. I also used some brads from Michael's.

Would you like to win the new Perk Up! stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of designers participating today!!

MFT Meets Scor-Pal Blog Hop!!

2012-01-24T11:00:00.001-06:00

Today, we are teaming up with the SUPER talented ladies at Scor-Pal for a Blog Hop, and we are SO excited!! I am a DIEHARD fan of Scor-Pals, and not only do I have the big Scor-Pal, but I LOVE my new Scor-Buddy.....makes my life SO much easier!! My Scor-Pal, and mat, are my work surface, so having the Scor-Buddy makes it to where I don't have to clean off my work surface every time I need to use it!

The master list of everyone hopping can be found on the My Favorite Things Blog, so be sure to head there after you are finished here to see who all is participating!!

For my card tonight, I started with the Inspired By Flowers 2 set, and stamped my Rose on X-Press It Blending card. I colored the rose with my Copics, and then cut it out with my Oval Nesties. After stamping, coloring, and cutting out my flower, I used my Scor-Buddy to create a grid pattern on the main image. LOVE the way this looks. I then layered it with the Oval Open Scalloped Doily Die-namics in Black Licorice. My paper is from the Echo Park Yours Truly pack. I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics for my sentiment, and added a tiny rose with my Mini Rolled Rose Die-namics. I embellished my card with some Black Seam Binding from The Ribbon Carousel, and some brads from Michael's.

Here is a close up of the grid.

And here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Now, off to the MFT Blog for a full list of designer's from both companies participating in today's hop!!

Nursebot Blog Hop Challenge

2012-01-24T07:00:00.003-06:00

Hey Everyone!! It is time for this month's New Release Blog Hop Challenges to start for There She Goes, and we are SO excited!! This month's sets are SURE to have you at first sight!! We can't wait to get started!!

No "bots" set would be complete without Nursebot! Torico has done it again. She warmed your heart last month with Lovebots and this month she’s going to make you feel all better with Nursebot. What a great way to send well wishes then a visit from the Nursebot!!

Nursebot is a 4x4 set that includes a total of 11 stamps and will sell for $10.00.

For my card today, I started by stamping my Nursebot on X-Press It blending card, and then colored him/her with my Copics. I used this week's Mojo Monday sketch, and paper from the MME Lime Twist Out of the Blue pack. I paired it with Night of Navy, Tangy Orange, and Sour Apple cardstock. My ribbon came from SU, and my Stone Twine is from the Ribbon Carouse. I used Michael's brads, and a Creative Express spiral clip.

Would you like to win the new Nursebot stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM EST, January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of designers participating today!! Have fun!!

TSG140- And They Called It...

2012-01-23T00:00:00.000-06:00

It is time for this week's There She Goes challenge, and this week....we can feel the love in the air!! We are celebrating Valentine's, Love and Hearts, and just in time for that special day...you know the one!! Here are some details about the challenge!!

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project for Valentine’s with love and hearts, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (January 30th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the lookout to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG140 so we can check out your beautiful work!

For my card tonight, I started with the Sweet Sunday Sketch, and my ADORABLE Puppy Love set...I just love it. I stamped my puppy on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored it with my Copics. He was then layered with Cotton Candy, Wild Cherry, and Fossil card stock, using my nesties. I used MME Love Me Paper. My sentiment, and banner layer under my main image, were cut out with the MFT First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics. The brads I used are from Michael's, and my ribbon and twine are from the Ribbon Carousel(Ruffled Edge Pink Ribbon,and Maraschino Twine).

Well, that is it for me for now!! Our Blog Hop Challenges start tomorrow, so be there, or be square!! HUGS!!

Stampbook Saturday-Jared

2012-01-22T08:06:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and Happy Sunday....this post was supposed to go up last night, but I got tired, and forgot...silly girl. It's not like I don't spend ALL DAY attached to my laptop..lol!!

It was my turn to do the Stampbook Saturday post on the There She Goes blog, and I thought I would share it here, too. I am not much of a scrapbooker, but I really do try to step out of my boundaries every once in awhile, and try something new!! NOT SKEERED!!! If you aren't familiar with what Stampbook Saturday is, it's where we take a card, and then make a scrapbook page based on that card.

(card by JESSICA KNUTSEN)

For my page this week, I decided to use this card by our fearless leader, Jessica, as my inspiration. I loved her layout, and since it is There She Goes Again week, I wanted to use one of the TSGA sets!!

I kept the layout, and still used Puppy Love set, but changed the colors and papers. My paper is MME Fine and Dandy Boy paper. I used Hot Fudge, Orange Fizz, and So Saffron paper. My scallops were made with the Jumbo Border from My Favorite Things. I used SU ribbon, and Jute Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. The Dizzy Doily Die-namics was used to cut out my circle background. My photo is of my ADORABLE nephew, Jared. I hand wrote his name and age...and wish I hadn't, but it is what it is! If you don't remember Jared, or are new to my blog, he is my older sister's oldest boy, and I was lucky enough to get to stay home and take care of him for the first 14months of his life. I was so sad when I had to go back to work.:( Isn't he still ADORABLE, though??!! He's a mess, but I love him to pieces!!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!!

Crazy 4 Challenges-Child's Birthday

2012-01-20T23:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Saturday!! Since it is Saturday, it is time for another Crazy 4 Challenges, challenge.

This week's challenge is our sponsored challenge, and this month's sponsor is on of your FAVORITE companies, and definitely one of MY favorite companies...It's My Favorite Th ings!! Our challenge was to make a child's birthday card, and who DOESN'T need those?? Seriously!!

If you decide to play along with us, all you have to do is create a card/project and upload it to your blog and/or to your SCS Gallery using the keyword C4C120. Don't forget to come back here and link it on Mr Linky so that everyone else can see it too. There is a $25 gift certificate as the prize this week, so I can't wait to see your entries!!

For my card tonight, I used the Pure Innocence Skater Boy set. I stamped him on X-Press It blending card, and then colored him with my Copics. His shirt was paper pieced with some MME Kraft Funday paper, and then the whole image was layered with Wild Cherry, Black Licorice, and Fossil card stock. I used more Kraft Funday paper for my background, as well. My ribbon is Black Twill from the Ribbon Carousel, and my Jute Twine is as well. I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics for my sentiment, and then embellished with the By The Numbers Die-namics, and the Stacking Stars Die-namics.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and another sentiment from this set.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!! Be sure to check out what the other Crazies have created!!

January Key Ingredients Blog Hop!!

2012-01-20T10:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to my first blog hop with the Taylored Expressions Key Ingredients team!! I am super excited, so forgive me if I messed something up, lol!!

This month's theme was to make a classroom treat for Valentine's!!

For my project, I decided to make a sucker holder/wrap!! To start, you cut a piece of card stock for the wrap to 2 5/8"x 6 1/4". I used different colors of card stock all from the January Key Ingredients Kit. You then score that piece at 1/2", 1", 3 1/2", 4". After scoring it, you punch a hole in the center of the panel between the 1/2" and 1" score lines. then, in the middle of the 1/2" you place a brad so that the flat part will be facing out.

I chose some Jolly Rancher suckers, just be sure the sucker gets a little bit of stick tape on it, so that it doesn't run away.

To finish, decorate the outside however you want!! For my decorations, I used more of the card stock in the Key Ingredients kit, as well as, some brads, ribbon from the KI kit, and the MFT Hearts Die-namics. My sentiment is from the A Year of Sweet Sentiments set.

We are excited to announce that we have LOTS of surprises and fun in store coming with the February kit!! You have until Jan. 31st to order this month's kit- still in PLENTY of time for Valentine's day!

Here are some details about the Key Ingredients kit, in case you aren't a subscriber!!

Store Discount. Subscribers will be given a special discount code to save 10% on any order placed between the 10th - 13th of the month to be combined with your subscription shipment. Subscribers in the US may combine your additional items with your KI Subscription shipment for no additional shipping fee. Subscribers outside the US will pay additional shipping costs to combine your additional items with your KI Subscription shipment.You'll receive a reminder e-mail on the 10th of each month which will also include a list of other products that will coordinate with the kit being shipped to you that month. This list is incredibly helpful for those who want to stretch the use of a KI with even more supplies!

º Design Team Inspiration. We'll debut the Key Ingredients kit on the 10th of each month followed by 5 days of inspiring projects posted by the Key Ingredients team right here on the Key Ingredients Blog. Of course, don't forget to check out the gallery where the design team is constantly adding new projects!

º Storage. Subscriber kits will come in a Storage Solutions Plastic Case. This $3.25 value is a special benefit that is FREE to Subscribers.

Now, be sure to head out, and check out what the other girls have been up to....I have a feeling that there may or may not be some ideas with suckers....ahem, lol!!

I Love You Bunches

2012-01-19T23:00:00.001-06:00

This week we have been having There She Goes Again week, which we have every month before the new release!! This month, our three featured sets are: Buckets of Love, Love, and Puppy Love!! Every Friday we feature new cards made by our Trendsetters, and this was my new card!!

Buckets of Love was illustrated by Torico, and we recently released an accessories set: BOL Additions. I stamped my flowers on X-Press It Blending card, and then masked my bucket under them. I colored it with my Copics, and then layered it with Hot Fudge, Tangerine Tango, and Baja Breeze. My striped paper is from the MME Honey Cake pad, and I used the MFT Simply Scalloped Medium Die-namics for my scallops. The brads I used are from Michael's, and my ribbon is from The Ribbon Carousel

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to check out the There She Goes blog for cards made by our other designers, and the store for these fabulous sets!!

MFTWSC55- Where Flowers Bloom...

2012-01-18T11:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Wednesday!! Since it is Wednesday, it is time for another Wednesday Stamp Club challenge from My Favorite Things!!

For my card today, I used a Pure Innocence set I have NEVER used...for shame!! My image is from the Precious Little Lamb Where Flowers Bloom set. I stamped him on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored him with my Copics. I then layered him with Orange Fizz. My next set of layers are Blu Raspberry and Saffron, paired with MME Fine and Dandy Boy paper. For my sentiment, I used the Sun Die-namics, along with the First Place Award Die-namics. My ribbon is from SU, and my brads are from Michael's. I also used some Caribbean Twine from the Ribbon Carousel.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and another sentiment from this set. I also added some Celery grass to the bottom using the Fresh Cut Grass Die-namics.

Here are the Die-namics I used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out MFT Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's sketch!!

January VIP- Classic Kids

2012-01-17T21:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to this month's VIP New Product Tour with My Favorite Things!

If you aren't familiar with the VIP Packag e it is a LIMITED QUANTITY product (NOT a one-day product - it will be available until it sells out), that allows you the opportunity to purchase new, unreleased sets TWO weeks early. Normally, we release the new Who's That Girl for the VIP package, but this month, we decided to change it up!! Instead of Who's That Girl, you will get TWO new Pure Innocence sets!! This month's package is:

Pure Innocence Classic Kids VIP Collection $26.50

Pure Innocence Violin Girl stamp set

Pure Innocence Blowing Bubbles stamp set

Classic Kids Sentiments mini (VIP exclusive stamp set - will never be offered for sale or be available again $9 value, FREE)

Monarch Border Die-namics Die

Awesome, right??!! Let's get to my cards!!

For my first card, I started with the new Pure Innocence Blowing Bubbles. I paired her with Pure Poppy(PTI), Berrylicious, and Celery card stock. She was stamped on X-Press It Blending card and colored with Copics, as well as, paper pieced with some MME Fine and Dandy Girl paper. My ribbon is from PTI, and my twine is from the Ribbon Carousel(Honeydew). I also used Michael's brads, and the new Monarch Border Die-namics being released with the kit!
My sentiment was cut out with the First Place Award Die-namics.

For the inside, I used a sentiment from the VIP sentiment set, and some more of the same supplies!

For my second card, I started with the Pure Innocence Violin Girl set. I stamped her on X-Press It blending card, and then colored her with my Copics. Her dress was paper pieced with some MME paper- So Sophie. I used more of the paper for the background, and layered her with Eggplant Envy, More Mustard, and Fossil. I also used the Monarch Border Die-namics on this card, as well as, the Rolled Scalloped Flower Die-namics, and the leaves from the Branch with Leaves Die-namics. My ribbon is Leather Tan Seam Binding from the Ribbon Carousel. I also used some Michael's brads. My sentiment was cut out with the First Place Award Die-namics.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and dies, and more of the paper. I also used another sentiment from this set.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's post!!

RCC36- Make a Wish

2012-01-16T23:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to this week's Ribbon Carousel Challenge. This week's challenge is brought to us by Some Odd Girl stamps, and we are having SO much fun with their CUTIE pie images!! If you aren't familiar with their store, each RCC crew member has used a different one, so be sure to head on over to the RCC blog to see what everyone has created!!

For our challenge this week, Danielle Lounds was gracious enough to share one of her "Go To Sketches."

For my card, I used the ADORABLE digi stamp, Balloon Kaylee. She is SO fun!! I started by printing her out on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored her with my Copics. After coloring her, I cut her out and layered her with Blue Raspberry, Sour Apple, and Pixie Pink. I then used some yummy MME Oh La La for Her paper for my slanted panels. My ribbon is Green Organdy, and some yummy Caribbean Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. My other embellishments are Creative Express Spiral Clips, Silver Brads from Michael's, and the Dog Tag Die-namics from MFT. I also used a sentiment from MFT, from the à la mode Genie set.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out the other RCC girls who have posted for today!! Their cards, and links to their blogs will be on the Ribbon Carousel Blog post for this challenge!! Thanks for stopping by!!

TSG139- Back to Nature

2012-01-15T23:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone and Happy Monday!! It is time for this week's There She Goes challenge, and this week our challenge is brought to us by our Senior Trendsetters! We are ing you to make a card or project with a scene of "Back to Nature". Use anything you like as long as it involves a character and nature.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project with a scene that involves a character and nature, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (January 23rd). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

For my card tonight, I created this cutesy little scene using the adorable Puppy Love set. This set was illustrated by Torico, and is a dog lovers DREAM set!! So cute and FUN!! It's also PERFECT for Valentine's Day. I stamped my girl and dog, sun, and clouds on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored it with my Copics. My grass was created with my Copics. I then layered it with Berrylicious, Lemon Drop, and Wild Cherry card stock. My paper is from the Quite Contrary line from My Mind's Eye. I paper pieced her dress with that paper, as well. For my background, I used the Small Open Scalloped Border Die-namics from My Favorite Things, as well as, the Oval Open Scalloped Doily Die-namics. For my embellishments, I used a wide red ribbon from SU, Saffron, Red Gingham from SU, and some Buttercream Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. My brads are from Michael's, and my spiral clip is from Creative Express.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!! Be sure to run past the There She Goes blog to see what the other girls have come up with!!

Crazy 4 Challenges- Monochromatic Blue

2012-01-14T21:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Saturday!! I know I am late, but better late than never, right?! Since it is Saturday, it is time for another Crazy 4 Challenges, challenge.

This week's challenge is an easy one.

Monochromatic card in the blues.

If you decide to play along with us, all you have to do is create a card/project and upload it to your blog and/or to your SCS Gallery using the keyword C4C119. Don't forget to come back here and link it on Mr Linky so that everyone else can see it too.

For my card tonight, I started with the SUPER CUTE new Pure Innocence- Fill My Heart With Joy. I stamped this cutesy little lamb on X-Press it Blending Card and then colored it with my Copics. His sweater was paper pieced with some Authentique Journey paper. I cut my main image out with the Oval Dainty Doily Die-namics. My card base is Going Gray, Pacific Point, and Soft Sky(all from SU). I used more of the paper on the base, as well. My border is the Dainty Lace Border Die-namics. For my sentiment, I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics. I accessorized with some Michael's brads, SU ribbon, and Stone Twine from The Ribbon Carousel. I also used some brads from Michael's and a heart from the Notched Tag Die-namics.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, but used a sentiment from the Pure Innocence- I Love You This Big set.

Well, that is it for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!! Be sure to check out what the other Crazies have created!!

January Key Ingredients- Day 3!!

2012-01-12T08:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone!! Jessie here with today's post showing off the AMAZING Key Ingredients kit for January....seriously, it is FULL of goodies!! This kit is PERFECT for all your valentine's day creations, and just in time!! For my project today, I decided to make a card....since it's what I TRULY love to do!!

I started with my girl from the Moka Katie set. I stamped her on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored her with my Copics. She was then layered with all three pink/red cardstocks from this month kit. I used two different strips of this month's paper, Crate Paper-Paper Hearts, for my background. For my sentiment, I used one of the super fun stickers from this kit. I LOVE it!! As my embellishments, I used three heart buttons, two different ribbons, another sticker, and one of the stick pins from this month's kit....I LOVE how everything you need is all together!!!

Here are some details about the Key Ingredients kit, in case you aren't a subscriber!!

Store Discount. Subscribers will be given a special discount code to save 10% on any order placed between the 10th - 13th of the month to be combined with your subscription shipment. Subscribers in the US may combine your additional items with your KI Subscription shipment for no additional shipping fee. Subscribers outside the US will pay additional shipping costs to combine your additional items with your KI Subscription shipment.You'll receive a reminder e-mail on the 10th of each month which will also include a list of other products that will coordinate with the kit being shipped to you that month. This list is incredibly helpful for those who want to stretch the use of a KI with even more supplies!

º Storage. Subscriber kits will come in a Storage Solutions Plastic Case. This $3.25 value is a special benefit that is FREE to Subscribers.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks so much for stopping by, and have a great day!!

MFTWSC54-Cool Your Jets

2012-01-11T11:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Wednesday!! Since it is Wednesday, it is time for another Wednesday Stamp Club challenge from My Favorite Things!!

For my card tonight, I used the new Pure Innocence- Plane Amazing set. I stamped her on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored her with my Copics. I then hand cut her out so that she would work on my card. My sentiment was done with the Mini Pennants Die-namics. I used three of the flags to stamp out my sentiment. My card base is Black Licoricie, Tangy Orange, Sno Cone, Sweet Tooth, and MME Out of the Blue paper. For my clouds, I used the Wonky Scalloped Die-namics. To finish it off, I added some Black Twill Ribbon from The Ribbon Carousel. I also added some Mandarin Divine Twine. My brads are from Michael's. As a finishing touch, I used the You Move Me Die-namics, and put a little plane on the front.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and another sentiment from this set.

Here are the Die-namics I used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out MFT Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's sketch!!

I've Got A Secret....

2012-01-10T18:54:00.003-06:00

Well, I had a secret...but the cat is out of the bag!! Check out THIS POST here, or THIS ONE here and see what the fuss is all about!! I am SO EXCITED!!

That's right, I got asked to be on the Key Ingredients team for Taylored Expressions!! I am joining some AMAZING veteran designers:

Jessica Diedrich: Whimsical Butterfly
Lea Lawson: Lea's Cupcakes & Sunshine
Corinna McGregor: Stamping with a Java Junkie
Monika Davis: M.A.D. Stamper

and my fellow newbie, and SUPER TALENTED friend:

Debbie Carriere: Scrappin' My Heart Out

We are revealing the new kit this week, so be sure to check up on the Key Ingredients blog everyday for updates!!

Thanks for stopping by!!

January Creative Challenge- Masculine

2012-01-09T23:00:00.001-06:00

This month's Creative Challenge from My Favorite Things is something that LOTS of crafters struggle with......Masculine. Duh-duh-duuuuuuuuh. lol

We are being featured on the SCS home page, so be sure to head to our SCS forum for a look at every one's creations and helpful hints!!

So, if you haven't already run away, scared and such, here are some helpful hints that I use when making a masculine card.

1. For me, making guy cards is so restrictive, so I bend the rules ever so slightly with LOTS of metal embellishments. Guys see metal, and they don't see pretty, they see manly, I still see pretty...so I win, lol!!
2. I always go for darker colors, and nothing frilly.
3. I rarely color for a guy card, as well.
4. They are almost ALWAYS reliant on die cuts and sentiments.
5. Other things you can use to dress up a guy card would be: twine, natural fibers and cloths, and hardware.

For my card tonight, I started with the At the Movies set and matching Die-namics. I used the main die to create my sentiment panel using Sweet Tooth and Black Licorice. I followed this week's Sweet Stop Sketch, and angled my background panel using Going Gray and some awesome Meadowlark paper from MME. I used LOTS of large silver brads from Michael's, and some Stone Twine . I also threw a spiral clip in there....because I can!! To add some interest to the front of my card, I used the At the Movie Die-namics to make my film reel and projector. I even punched a piece of paper out with my 1/4"circle punch for interest. My border was made with the Mini Ticket Strip Border Die-namics.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, another sentiment from this set, and my Stacking Stars Die-namics. The lighter tone of this paper will allow me to write a message, and it not get lost.

Here are the Die-namics I used for my card:

Well, that is it for me for now, thanks for stopping by!!

Be sure to check the MFT Blog for a list of all the designers who have creative masculine solutions for you today!

TSG138- Paper Piecing

2012-01-09T00:54:00.003-06:00

This week's challenge over at the There She Goes blog, is to make a card with paper piecing.....FUN!! I love to paper piece, so I was excited about this week's challenge!! Here are the details, just in case you are new!!

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project using the paper piecing, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (January 16th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

For my card tonight, I started with the Little Moments set. I stamped my image on X-Press It Blending Card, and then colored it with my Copics. His and her sweater, both, were paper pieced with some MME Gertie paper. I cut my image out with my Circle Nesties, and then layered it with Hot Fudge. For my sketch, I used the new Sketch For You To Try. My ribbon is Walnut Seam Binding from The Ribbon Carousel, my brads are from Michael's, and my spiral clip is from Creative Express. My scalloped border is the Small Open Scalloped Die-namics from My Favorite Things.

Well, that is it for me for now! Thanks for stopping by!!

P.S. Did you SEE my cutesy new blog banner!! Thanks Kim T!!!

Crazy 4 Challenges- New Year

2012-01-06T23:00:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to this week's Crazy 4 Challenges, challenge! We are back from our winter break, and our new challenge is:

New year….new ‘toys’…..new techniques. Do or use something NEW on your card/project.

If you decide to play along with us, all you have to do is create a card/project and upload it to your blog and/or to your SCS Gallery using the keyword C4C118. Don't forget to come back here and link it on Mr Linky so that everyone else can see it too.

My card is full of things that are new to me, some more new than others, but new all the same!! First of all, I started with my NEW à la mode- Dip Me in Chocolate, from My Favorite Things, and stamped her on X-Press It Blending card. I then paper pieced her leggings, and part of the chocolate bar wrapper, with some MME Kraft Funday Happy Days paper. I got this as a Christmas present from my MFT sister, so it was the first time I had used IT. I accented the front of my card with some brads from Michael's, and some Black Twill Ribbon from the Ribbon Carousel. The new Rolled Scalloped Flower Die-namics was used to make my two flowers our of Taken with Teal and Black Licorice card stock. To finish, I used the Bracket Tab Die-namics for my sentiment.

For the inside, I used more of the same card stock, and paper, along with my sentiment panel. It was cut out with the You Move Me Die-namics.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!! Be sure to check out what the other Crazies have created!!

MFTWSC53- Jump For Joy

2012-01-04T11:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Wednesday!! Since it is Wednesday, it is time for another Wednesday Stamp Club challenge from My Favorite Things!!

For my card tonight, I used the super cute new Jump For Joy Pure Innocence set. I stamped her on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored her with my Copics. I paper pieced part of her dress with some MME Lime Twist Happy Go Lucky paper, which I also used on the rest of my card. I drew the grass in with my Copics(YG21, YG25). My ribbons are from SU, and my twine is Caribbean from MFT. I used Michael's brads, as well. For my sentiment, I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics. I also used the Open Scalloped Doily Die-namic for my striped panel.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and the rest of the sentiment from the front. Yes, I cut it in half...gasp!!

Here are the Die-namics I used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out MFT Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's sketch!!

January New Product Tour!!!

2012-01-03T21:00:00.002-06:00

That's right ladies, we have made it through teasers, and now, all the new sets are available in the My Favorite Things Store!!!! Before you go shop, be sure to hop around to all the designers and leave them some love! You never know who has the candy!! Be sure to head to Kim's Blog for a list of who, what, and where!!

Tonight, my job is to show you the new Pure Innocence I Love You This Big set!! I just love this little guy, who I lovingly call Bob.

For my card, I started by stamping Bob on a piece of X-Press It Blending card, and some MME Blink of an Eye paper. I then paper pieced his shirt, and colored the rest of him with my Copics. I then cut him out, and popped him up on my heart, which was cut out with the new Layered Heart Die-namics. I used a 1/16th paper punch to go ahead and punch the holes from the first layer through the second layer. They were cut out of more of the MME DP and some Fossil card stock. I then used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics, and a corduroy button with Jute Twine to attache my sentiment. My other ribbon is from The Ribbon Carousel, along with my Jute Twine, and I used Michael's brads and a Creative Express spiral clip. For my border on the base of Sno Cone, Saffron, Fossil and Sweet Tooth, I used the Dainy Dots Border Die-namics cut out of Tangy Orange card stock.

For the inside of my card, I used more of the same supplies, and another sentiment from this set.

This little cutie pie sells for $9.

Here are the Die-namics I used:

The Cherry on Top is earned when you spend $150 before shipping and tax, earning you $15 off your order. Once that amount is hit, the coupon code will pop up on your screen, which you can write down and then apply to your order in your shopping cart. If you remove things from your cart, making it fall below $150, the coupon code will be removed automatically.

Also, remember that SOMEONE out there is giving out blog candy, and the BEST way to win, is to comment on ALL the designers blogs!! Good luck!!

Now, off to Kim's Blog for a full list of designer's participating!! Happy Stamping!!

Die-namics Pep Rally

2012-01-02T23:00:00.005-06:00

Now that we've teased and tempted you all week long, it's almost time for you to shop for your favorite Brand Spankin' New products from MFT.

But first... it's time for our Die-namics Feature and Pre-Release Pep Rally!

Our Design Team has been busy creating jaw-dropping and inspiring projects for you, and we've saved the best for last.

We've taken an in-depth look at this month's Die-namics, while re-visiting the amazing sets being released tonight at 10 PM EST RIGHT HERE in the MFT Boutique.

And while we are at it, how about we make your life even easier with a "cheat sheet" of all that's new? Head over to the MFT Blog to print out a shopping list.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!
The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
You have just a few more hours to submit your entry for this month's guest designer contest. Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.
If you'd like to see all the designers' posts for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I started with the new Pure Innocence Berry Sweet. I stamped her on X-Press It Blending card, and some MME Quite Contrary paper. I then paper pieced her dress and colored the rest of her with my Copics. I then layered her with some Celery, Wild Cherry, and Jellybean Green card stock. For my border, I used the Jumbo Monarch Border Die-namics. I added brads to it for some interest. I then added a spiral clip with some Celery Grosgrain on it, as well as some Maraschino Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. I then attached my sentiment, from the At The Movies Die-namics, with the spiral clip. I used the popcorn bucket...fun, right? For the base of my card, I used some more of the Quite Contrary paper, and the Fresh Cut Grass Die-namics, along with more of the red polka dot paper. To finish it off, I used some more of the Twine, and some White Satin Edged Ruffled Ribbon from the Ribbon Carousel.

For the inside, I used a sentiment from the Paper Dolls set, as well as, the Decorative Doily Duo Die-namics(Oval) and some more of the grass. By now, I am sure you have noticed my strawberry, as well...I put a Hershey's kiss in it, after cutting it out with the new Berry Box Die-namics. The prefect little sweet treat!!

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.

My card is also for this week's Ribbon Carousel Challenge!! Be sure to check that out at the Ribbon Carousel Blog!!

Pure Innocence Sunday

2012-01-01T23:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to night five of this months My Favorite Things teasers!! Tonight, we are showing you all the new Pure Innocence sets, 6 to be exact!!

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!

The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.

The guest designer contest is ON! Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.

If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I used the new Paper Dolls Pure Innocence set. She was stamped on X-Press It blending card, and then colored with my Copics. I paper pieced her dress with some MME Fine and Dandy Girl paper. My card stock colors are Certainly Celery(SU), Berrylicious, and Pure Poppy(PTI). I used Michael's brads, Honeydew Twine, and PTI Pure Poppy ribbon. For my sentiment, I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics. As an added touch, my flower was made with the Pretty Posies Die-namics. My sketch is this week's Sweet Sunday Sketch.

For the inside, I used another sentiment from this set, along with, the new Paper Dolls Die-namics. I cut it out of some more of the MME Fine and Dandy Girl paper.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.

à la mode Teaser Night!!

2011-12-31T23:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to night five of this months My Favorite Things teasers!! Tonight, we are showing you two new à la mode sets: Dip Me in Chocolate and Genie.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!

The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.

The guest designer contest is ON! Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.

If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I started by stamping my Genie on X-Press It Blending Card, and then colored it with my Copics. I layered her with Aqua Mist, Pure Poppy, and Summer Sun. My paper is from the MME Quite Contrary pack, which was used with the Oval Decorative Doily Duo Die-namis, to make my background. I used all three card stock colors, along with the new Scalloped Flower Die-namics, to make my flowers. I have to send a shout out to Jody Morrow on this one....Quilling Tools are the most amazing things for rolled flowers...ever. My leaves were made with the Branch With Leaves Die-namics. The ribbon I used is from SU, and my brads are from Michael's.

For the inside, I used some SU ribbon, and the negative part of where I cut out my doilies for the background. I figure that's about the BEST way to use up a scrap!! LOL!!

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.

To all my blog readers, the one's that are left....thank you for sticking with me through life's ups and downs. I always look forward to your comments, and I cherish each and every one of them. From me to you, and yours, a VERY Happy New Year. May all YOUR wishes come true!! Happy 2012!!

Teasers, Day Three!!

2011-12-29T23:00:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to night three of this months My Favorite Things teasers!! Tonight, we are showing you two sets: Clearly Sentimental about Romance, and Pearls of Wisdom.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!

The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.

The guest designer contest is ON! Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.

If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I started by stamping my sentiment from the Pearls of Wisdom on a piece of Sweet Tooth cardstock, cut out with the Oval Decorative Doily Duo Die-namics. I stamped it with Rich Cocoa Memento Ink. I added three silver brads from Michael's, as well. My paper is from the MME Honey Cake pad. I layered it with Hot Fudge card stock, my border was cut out with the Jumbo Monarch Border Die-namics. My ribbon is Walnut Seam Binding from the Ribbon Carousel. For a finishing touch, I used the Scalloped Rolled Flower Die-namics, and made three flowers with my card stock colors: Hot Fudge, Baja Breeze, and Tangy Orange.

For the inside, I used a sentiment from the Clearly Sentimental about Romance set. I thought it went VERY well with my other sentiment. I also used another border, and more of the yummy paper.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.

From the Heart with Flopsey

2011-12-28T23:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to night two of this months My Favorite Things teasers!! Tonight, we are showing you the new Bunch of Hearts Flopsey.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!

The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.

The guest designer contest is ON! Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.

If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I started by stamping my Flopsey on X-Press It blending card, and then colored him with my Copics. I then layered him with Cotton Candy, Wild Cherry, and Black Licorice. This might be the first time that I have colored Flopsey any color but brown...not sure why, lol. I used the yummy Echo Park Yours Truly paper. My scallops were made with Simply Scalloped Medium Die-namics, and I added a big satin bow. My brads are from Michael's, and my spiral clip is from Creative Express. I also used the First Place Award Die-namics for my sentiment.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.

MFTWSC52- Good Books

2011-12-28T11:00:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone, and happy Wednesday!! Since it is Wednesday, it is time for another Wednesday Stamp Club challenge from My Favorite Things!!

For my card tonight, I started by stamping my image from the I {heart} Books set on X-Press It Blending card, and then colored parts of her with my Copics, then paper pieced the rest. I layered her with Cotton Candy, Rose Red, and Gray. My paper is from the MME Love Me line. I used some Seam Binding from the Ribbon Carousel, and Stone Twine from the Twinery. My brads are from Michael's. I also used the Dog Tag Die-namics, as well as, the Homespun Birdhouse Die-namics for my heart. For the panel at the base of my image, I used the Mini Tab Die-namics.

Here are the Die-namics I used:

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out MFT Blog for a full list of designers participating in today's sketch!!

Little Moments Blog Hop Challenge

2011-12-28T07:00:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to our second, and final night of peeks for this month's release!! Tonight's set is SO super sweet!!

Warm fuzzy moments and life’s little memories are genuinely captured by Torico in this new Little Moments set. Gazing through the window watching the snow fall, special moments with brothers and sisters or wonderful thoughts of that one special grandmother that make your heart warm are all here. There’s no better way to send a loving card or create a scrapbook page to capture these glorious moments than to use this fabulous new stamp set.

Little Moments is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 12 stamps $24.

Would you like to win the new Little Moments stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blogand a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

For my card tonight, I started by coloring my GORGEOUS image from this set. It reminded me of my nieces, so I had to make one a red head, a brunette, and a blond. SO FUN!! I colored them with Copics, and then layered them with Sno Cone, Jellybean Green, and Hot Fudge. I used Stampin Up's White Satin Ribbon, and some Michael's brads. My buttons are from PTI, and I used Jute Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. I also used Satin Edged Brown Grosgrain ribbon. To finish it off, I used a spiral clip.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out the other girls on the link list:

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday December 31st with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Let the Teasers Begin!!

2011-12-27T23:00:00.001-06:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to night one of this months My Favorite Things teasers!! Tonight, we are showing you the new Who's That Girl set, Parisian Girl!!

Here are the details about the upcoming release on January 3rd at 10 PM EST:

You can attend the New Release Party on January 3rd from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!

The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on January 3rd at 10 PM EST. You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.

The guest designer contest is ON! Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.

If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW. Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily. The winners will be posted on January 3rd just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

For my card tonight, I strated by stamping my girl from the Who's That Parisian Girl set, on X-Press It Blending card. I then colored her with my Copics. For her skirt, I paper pieced it with some Echo Park Yours Truly paper. I then layered my image with Wild Cherry and Black Licorice card stock. For my sentiment, I used the First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics, and stamped my saying on it. I then used the Rolled Scalloped Flower Die-namics for my flower, along with some more of the paper. Then, for my background, I used the new Oval Decorative Doily Duo Die-namics. I cut two of the larger ones out of Wild Cherry, and some more of the paper. My ribbon is old MFT, and I also used some Michael's brads.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, including another sentiment from this set. I also cut one of the Eiffel Tower Die-namics out of Black Licorice, and added it.

Here are the Die-namics I have used:

Well, that is it for me for now! Be sure to check out Kim's Blog to see which other designers are participating in today's teasers.