Changes, They Are Here!!

MFT is super excited to announce that Wednesday Stamp Club will now be centered around a weekly sketch. We know your stamping time is precious, and we want you to maintain as much creative freedom as possible. Sketches are the perfect starting point to a card. Use it as a blueprint, and create a card using the stamp set and supplies that strike your fancy. You can turn to the sketches time and again for creative inspiration.

A new sketch will be posted each Wednesday at midnight on the MFT blog. You'll also find the sketch in the MFT forum on SCS on Wednesday morning, as well as in the weekly newsletter. Our talented Challenge and Design Teams will be on hand to provide plenty of inspiration to get you started.

We encourage you all to play along, and to enter your card in the weekly draw for a $15 gift voucher to the MFT Boutique. Simply follow the sketch and create a card or other paper creation. You may use any stamps and supplies that you wish. Each week, a keyword is assigned to the sketch. All you need to do to enter, is upload your card to the gallery at SCS, and enter the given keyword in the keyword box, during the upload process. After the deadline, we randomly choose a winner from that week's entries and the winner will receive a $15 gift voucher. If the winning card uses MFT stamps, the participant will earn a $5 bonus, for a total of a $20 gift voucher! That is up to $100 per month in prizes, JUST for playing along. We hope you'll join us in 2011.

EXCITING!! I LOVE sketch challenges, so plan on seeing me play in ALL of them, lol!! Today, I have a card made for this month's sketch using the SUPER CUTE new Pure Innocence-World's Best Doctor. He was stamped on an MFT Perfect Panel, and then colored with my Copics. I layered him with Not Quite Navy cardstock. My DP is from the October Afternoon Detour collection. Cute, right?


For my scallops, I used Not Quite Navy and Kiwi Kiss along with my Scalloped Die-namics, and Scalloped Scallops Die-namic. My brads are from Michael's, and SU Kiwi Kiss ribbon.

For the inside, I used more of the same, and the rest of the saying from this super cute set!!
Well, that is it for me for now!! Be sure to check out the MFT Blog to see who else is playing along. Have a great day!!

Just Because You're Special...MFT Hop!!

Hey everyone, and welcome to this month's My Favorite Things new release HOP!! Tonight's hop started at Kim's Blog!! If you are here now, you should have come from the fabulously talented, Jen's Blog!!

Tonight, I am featuring the new Pure Innocence set, Because You're Special. Isn't she just CUTE holding her little flowers. Every time I think I have a favorite, another new one pops up and I am proved wrong. Normally, this would anger me, because I hate being wrong, but in the case of stamps...I will make an exception. ;) She was stamped on an MFT Perfect Panel, and then colored with my Copics. I used Regal Rose and Orange Fizz card stock, and paired it with some October Afternoon Daydream paper.

I used the Large Open Scalloped Die-Namic for my border, and some SU white grosgrain ribbon. The pink satin was from MFT. My brads are from Michael's, and I used a Creative Express spiral clip.

I also used the new Mini Rolled Rose Die-namics for my flowers. They were cut out of MFT felt, and then added on using glue dots.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, another saying from the set, and I also stamped my girl again...she's just too cute!!
Well, that is it for me for now!! Your next stop on the hop is the lovely, talented, and AMAZING Jodi...she is ROCKING her new DT spot, don't you think??!!

Let's Get Physical.....Physical

Today is the FINAL day of Teasers for My Favorite Things, and tonight we have our Who's That Girl? set, Let's Get Physical. If it looks familiar, that's because it was the VIP set from December!! Tonight(Tuesday), is our blog hop and release party, so be sure to check that out!!

Today, there is a prize hidden on one of the designer's blog posts. As you make your way through the Teaser Time posts, simply leave a comment on each blog, for your chance to win one of two sets being given away today. A winner will be chosen from the comments on the pre-selected blog before tomorrow's teaser list goes live, and will be posted on Kim's blog HERE. Be sure to check tomorrow to see if YOU are the winner. You can play along each day for your chance to win. We will be giving away TEN new release sets this week! As always, you can find the master list of participating designers HERE on Kim's blog.

For my card, I started by coloring my image with my Copics. I then layered it with Pacific Point, Baja Breeze and Kiwi Kiss card stock. My DP is from an old SU pack. I used SU ribbons, Michael's brads, and a spiral clip.

My DP was cut out using the Dainty Doily Die-namic...I think it's my new favorite!!

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and the rest of the Doily I had cut for the front panel.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!! Before you go, here is all the need to know info!!

* All the new stamp sets, Die-namics, and new products are available January 4th at 10 PM EST HERE in the MFT Boutique

* The release party is on Tuesday, January 4th from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the SCS, MFT Forum

* Check in on Kim's blog daily (December 31st-January 4th) at 12 AM EST for the complete list of designers participating in today's teasers

* Participate in the guest designer contest in the MFT Forum for your chance to win over $100 in stamps!

Frosty Fun and a Little Inspiration!!

We are on day 4 of this month's My Favorite Things teasers, and today we have two new sets to share with you. Today's sets are a new Inspired By set: Inspired By Music, and a set by our new artist called Frosty Fun.

Today, there is a prize hidden on one of the designer's blog posts. As you make your way through the Teaser Time posts, simply leave a comment on each blog, for your chance to win one of two sets being given away today. A winner will be chosen from the comments on the pre-selected blog before tomorrow's teaser list goes live, and will be posted on Kim's blog HERE. Be sure to check tomorrow to see if YOU are the winner. You can play along each day for your chance to win. We will be giving away TEN new release sets this week! As always, you can find the master list of participating designers HERE on Kim's blog.


For my first card, I used the new Frosty Fun set. She was stamped on an MFT Perfect Panel, and then colored with my Copics. I then layered her with Regal Rose, Banana Split, and Blu Raspberry. My DP came from the Cosmo Cricket Jolly By Golly collection. I added some MFT ribbon and Michael's brads. For my sentiment embellishment, I used the MFT Snowflakes Die-namic, a Heidi Swapp ghost shape, an MFT button, and some SU ribbon.

For the inside, I used the same supplies, and another stamp from that set.

For my next card was made using the new Inspired By Music set. I am not much on images I don't get to color, but I decided to give her a whirl!! My violin was stamped with Pink Pirouette ink, then my saying was stamped over it with Memento Rich Cocoa. I layered it using my Cuttlebug and Oval Nesties, using Pink Pirouette and Hot Fudge. To soften the edges, I sponged a little bit of ink. My DP is from the Bella Rose pack, ribbon from May Arts, and my brads are from Michael's.

For the inside, I stamped some of the music notes from the set, and another saying.

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!! Before you go, here is all the need to know info!!

* All the new stamp sets, Die-namics, and new products are available January 4th at 10 PM EST HERE in the MFT Boutique

* The release party is on Tuesday, January 4th from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the SCS, MFT Forum

* Check in on Kim's blog daily (December 31st-January 4th) at 12 AM EST for the complete list of designers participating in today's teasers

* Participate in the guest designer contest in the MFT Forum for your chance to win over $100 in stamps!

TSG88-Odd Couple

It’s our first challenge of the New Year at There She Goes, and since I am the hostess, I have a wonderful one to jump start your mojo! Pull out your sets, and combine those that wouldn’t normally “go” together to create a new and innovative card. Let your creative juices flow to combine two or more sets…your options are limitless.

To be eligible for the giveaway, you are to create a card that utilizes unconventional set combinations, 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 (Jan 10th). 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 look out 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 TSG88 so we can check out your beautiful work!

My card today...CRACKS ME UP!! I have a pretty sick sense of humor, but my bf Ryan, he has be beat hands down!! For Christmas, he kept talking about how he couldn't' WAIT to see his card......YIKES!! I got so nervous, I could barely stamp. I wasn't sure what to do, or where to start....and then it came to me. heheheheheheheheeeee....I really hope I don't lose any followers or readers over this one, LOL!!

IT'S CHRISTMAS POOP!!

See how I put the "something" in quotations...subtle, huh? My card was made using two TSG sets, Tastes Like Chicken, and Wrapped in Joy. I inked up my toilet, and used a q tip to remove the ink on the flowers. I then stamped my present and cut it out. After adding it on, I used my Sharpie pen to fill in the toilet lines that it didn't cover. My DP is from SU, and I used Wild Cherry and Hot Fudge card stock. My ribbon is old SU, and I used Michael's ribbon and a spiral clip.

Well, that is it for me now!! I hope you like it as much as he did. LOL!! Have a great day and thanks for stopping by!!

Pure Innocence.....Sunday?

I know I told you a few days ago, but My Favorite Things has changed the way we do our teasers...so what used to be Pure Innocence Monday, is now on Sunday. I hope I can adjust, LMBO!! This month, Kim, is releasing 5 new Pure Innocence sets, one of which I have featured here!! This cutie pie is my FAVORITE this month, but they are all ADORABLE as always!!

Today, there is a prize hidden on one of the designer's blog posts. As you make your way through the Teaser Time posts, simply leave a comment on each blog, for your chance to win one of two sets being given away today. A winner will be chosen from the comments on the pre-selected blog before tomorrow's teaser list goes live, and will be posted on Kim's blog HERE. Be sure to check tomorrow to see if YOU are the winner. You can play along each day for your chance to win. We will be giving away TEN new release sets this week! As always, you can find the master list of participating designers HERE on Kim's blog.


For my card tonight, I started by stamping my girl on an MFT Perfect Panel. She was then paper pieced with some Cosmo Cricket Early Bird DP, and then layered with Red Hot, Crushed Curry, and Berrylicious. The rest of her was colored with my Copics.


I used the new Dainty Doily and matching Dainty Lace Border Die-namics to accent my card. My ribbon is all from SU, spiral clips from Creative Express, and my brads are from Michael's.


For the inside, I used more of the same supplies!!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!! Before you go, here is all the need to know info!!

* All the new stamp sets, Die-namics, and new products are available January 4th at 10 PM EST HERE in the MFT Boutique

* The release party is on Tuesday, January 4th from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the SCS, MFT Forum

* Check in on Kim's blog daily (December 31st-January 4th) at 12 AM EST for the complete list of designers participating in today's teasers

* Participate in the guest designer contest in the MFT Forum for your chance to win over $100 in stamps!

A Happy New Year Review!!

Happy New Year to YOU!! I hope that this year is everything you want it to be, and more!!

I see people doing this every year, and I LOVE the idea, but never take the time to do it....so, now's a good time to start, right?!! Here are my favorite creations for each month of the 2010!! Enjoy!!

January 2010



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August 2010


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Ok, WOW. That was REALLY hard!! I had so many favorites....yaaay me! LOL!! I also became VERY aware of how NECESSARY my new Forgotten Stamp Friday challenge is....I barely EVER use stamps if they aren't for my DT's, not that I don't LOVE them, but I have a TON of other stamps, so this will be good for me!!
Thanks for stopping by, I wish you all a VERY Happy New Year!!

I Love Us...and MFT!!

Tonight is day two of this month's My Favorite Things release, and tonight we have TWO new sets for you to see!! Tonight's sets are Flapper Doodles- I Love Us, and Clearly Sentimental About Love. Let's get started!!

Today, there is a prize hidden on one of the designer's blog posts. As you make your way through the Teaser Time posts, simply leave a comment on each blog, for your chance to win one of two sets being given away today. A winner will be chosen from the comments on the pre-selected blog before tomorrow's teaser list goes live, and will be posted on Kim's blog HERE. Be sure to check tomorrow to see if YOU are the winner. You can play along each day for your chance to win. We will be giving away TEN new release sets this week! As always, you can find the master list of participating designers HERE on Kim's blog.

For tonight's card, I started by stamping my Flapper Doodles image on an MFT Perfect Panel, and then I colored it with my Copics. It was then layered with Celery and Black Licorice card stock. My sentiment panel was made with the Rounded Banner Die-namics. I used MFT Gingham ribbon, and SU ribbons. The brads I used are from American Crafts. I followed this week's Mojo Monday sketch, as well.


For my flower...I know, right??...I used the new Mini Rolled Rose Die-namics. It was cut out of MFT Neutrals felt, and then added to my ribbon. Echo Park Halloween DP is what I used for this card...love that it works for a different "season".

For the inside, I used a different MFT ribbon, and more of the yummy DP.
My card is also for this week's Crazy 4 Challenges challenge, which is to make a card that celebrates something...tonight, I am celebrating love!! Be sure to check out the C4C blog to see what the other girls have come up with!!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!! Before you go, here is all the need to know info!!

* All the new stamp sets, Die-namics, and new products are available January 4th at 10 PM EST HERE in the MFT Boutique

* The release party is on Tuesday, January 4th from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the SCS, MFT Forum

* Check in on Kim's blog daily (December 31st-January 4th) at 12 AM EST for the complete list of designers participating in today's teasers

* Participate in the guest designer contest in the MFT Forum for your chance to win over $100 in stamps!

Forgotten Stamp Friday-Week 4

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Hey everyone, welcome back to my blog!! It is time for my Forgotten Stamp Friday challenge!! As some of you might have seen, I started a little "personal" challenge called- Forgotten Stamp Friday!! Basically, I am challenging myself, and YOU, to use some of those poor, dusty, neglected, forgotten stamps from your collection!! I have created my own "keyword", this week's is FSF04. Last week, I had TWO people play along!! Thanks Dawn and Misty!! The only rule is to use a stamp set that hasn't been used in at least 6 months.

For my card today, I used one of the first Our Craft Lounge sets I ever got!! I just LOVE Pea-nut...he's so cute!! He was stamped on am MFT perfect panel, and then colored with my Copics. I then layered him with Regal Rose, Rose Red, and Hot Fudge card stock. I followed Mercy's LAST sketch....so sad, and cut out my circle panel with the MFT Decorative Doily Die-namic. My DP is from the Basic Grey Bittersweet pack. The gingham ribbon I used is from SU.

Well, that is it for me for now!! I can't wait to see if you play along!! Be sure to use the keyword FSF04, or come back here and leave me a link in the comments!! There is no time limit, just be sure to use the right keyword, and have FUN!! Have a great day!!

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It's Time!!!

Hey everyone!! My Favorite Things has made some changes to our release line up, which means we are starting our teasers a day early, YAAAAY!! All the important info is down at the bottom of this post, that way you can stay on top of all the going's on!! For tonight, we are starting with day one of our new release teasers!! Tonight's set's are: More Essential Sentiments, and Clearly Sentimental about Time. Want a chance to win one of these sets?

Today, there is a prize hidden on one of the designer's blog posts. As you make your way through the Teaser Time posts, simply leave a comment on each blog, for your chance to win one of two sets being given away today. A winner will be chosen from the comments on the pre-selected blog before tomorrow's teaser list goes live, and will be posted on Kim's blog HERE. Be sure to check tomorrow to see if YOU are the winner. You can play along each day for your chance to win. We will be giving away TEN new release sets this week! As always, you can find the master list of participating designers HERE on Kim's blog.


For my card today, I decided to use the More Essential Sentiments set!! It was designed to go along with the new Layered Label Die-namic being released!! Cute, huh!! I used it to cut out my DP panels, and sentiment panel. The DP I used is from the My Mind's Eye Fine and Dandy pack. I paired it with Regal Rose, Hot Fudge, and Blu Raspberry card stock.


I used the Flower Trio Die-namic to make my flowers, which I accented with an Michael's brad. My ribbon is from MFT.

For the inside, I used more of the same supplies, and another wonderful sentiment from this set!!
Have you SEEN the new designers that have joined MFT??? I have updated my blog roll, but I got to tell you....they are some of my FAVORITE people!! Both the challenge team, and our design team are AMAZING, and are now even more amazing thanks to the addition of these AWESOME ladies!!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!! Before you go, here is all the need to know info!!

* All the new stamp sets, Die-namics, and new products are available January 4th at 10 PM EST HERE in the MFT Boutique

* The release party is on Tuesday, January 4th from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the SCS, MFT Forum

* Check in on Kim's blog daily (December 31st-January 4th) at 12 AM EST for the complete list of designers participating in today's teasers

* Participate in the guest designer contest in the MFT Forum for your chance to win over $100 in stamps!