Bright Future

Well, after a very long week I'm finally posting something! :)

The next few days will be FILLED with previews -- both My Favorite Things and All That Scraps are releasing their March sets on Wednesday, March 3! It's going to be crazy! I'm going to have quite a few posts over the next several days, so I'll be making up for my lack of posting this week! LOL

After making all of my samples for the releases, I wanted to do something clean and simple. I used Bright by Emerson Quillin, available at American Art Stamp. There's not much to explain here, so just ask if you have any questions! AAS is having a big sale right now -- 30% off! Be sure to stop by and do a little shopping!

I'll have my first ATS preview tomorrow, followed by MFTeasers and more ATS previews! I hope you'll stop by to check them out!

Thanks for the visit today -- have a fantastic Friday!

Christina

Stamps: Bright (AAS) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko), Vintage Touch Chamomile (PTI) Cardstock: Kraft, Whisper White (SU!) Other: Copics, Labels One Nestabilities (Spellbinders), button, twine (PTI), dimensionals, sewing machine

A Busy Week!

Hey, everyone! Just checking in here! I've had a busy week with family, and today I'm subbing, so I haven't had a chance to post anything stampy for a couple days. Thanks for hanging in there with me -- I'll have something tomorrow! :)

Here are some other things to inspire you:

The My Favorite Things Wednesday Stamp Club (WSC) is all about Flopsey Unfinished -- check out the details and samples on Kim's Blog HERE.

The All That Scraps Wednesday Challenge Blog is always full of inspiration! Stop by HERE and see what the Challenge Team has been up to!

Thank you for stopping by today! Have a great day! :)

Christina

Like Mother, Like Daughter...

Happy Monday, everyone! I was busy over the weekend with a constuction project at the house and also working on samples for upcoming releases. Very often, while my supplies are sitting unused, my 8-year-old finds a way to show them some love! Here's a card she made for her teacher. She used MFT's Boy & Dog - Snow Adorable. After all, we still have plenty of snow around here (although it IS melting)!

Anna did most of the cutting and folding herself. She stamped the image (and even cleaned the stamp!), then she lovingly colored with my Copics. She even added glitter to the hat pom pom and a rhinestone sticker to the dog's eye! :)

I think she did a great job! Thanks for letting me share her work with you! :)

I'll be back with something from me tomorrow -- thanks so much for visiting today!

Have a great day!

Christina

TCP Challenge Card

Hello! TGIF!! Today's card is for this week's challenge over at The Cat's Pajamas. My sweet friend Joanne is the hostess this week, and she chose a color challenge: olive, light blue, and ivory. You can read all the deets on Joanne's blog HERE. The colors are those found in my beloved October Afternoon paper, so of course I had to play along! :)

The image and sentiment are from Smells Like Cake. I paper pieced the cakes and added some Stickles. I colored the rest of the image with Prismacolor pencils, and I sponged around the oval. It's a pretty simple design, but I do like it!

Before I go, I want to let you know that my friend Tracy is selling off a boatload of stamps -- stop by her Blog and give some of them a good home! :)

That's it for today! Thank you so much for visiting!

Have a fantastic Friday!
Christina

Stamps: Smells Like Cake (TCP) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko), Soft Sky (SU!) Cardstock: Whip Cream (MFT), Kiwi Kiss (SU!) Paper: Cherry Hill, Ducks in a Row (October Afternoon) Other: Prismacolor pencils, Stickles (Ranger), Oval Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Old Olive striped grosgrain, border punch, Dimensionals (SU!), button (BasicGrey), twine (PTI), white gel pen, sewing machine Card Size: 5.50" x 4.25"

My Favorite Things VIP Hop!

Hello! You've made it to my stop on the MFT VIP Blog Hop! If you came by way of Megan's Blog, welcome! If not, you'll want to start at Kim's Blog so you don't miss anything! :)

I am LOVING this month's Who's That Girl? set, Who's That Birthday Girl?. You can get her as part of the VIP package TODAY only -- that's two weeks before the March 3rd release!

Here's what you'll get with your Who’s That VIP Birthday Girl? Package ($32.75):
Who’s That Birthday Girl?
FREE Invitation Only MINI set ($9 value)
Birthday Button Mix
Birthday Baby Braddies Mix
Birthday Ribbons
Sparkly Fluff in Cotton Candy (pink)

I used Who's That Birthday Girl? and Invitation Only to create this invitation and gift box. The paper is from the Cherry Hill collection by October Afternoon, and the ribbon and Braddies are from MFT!

I did a lot of distressing and sewing on this project! I paper pieced WTG's party dress and the birthday cake.

The pocket card pulls out to reveal the invitation to a surprise party! The words stamped in Old Olive ink are from MFT's Make the Date -- I love how well all these sets work together! :)

I altered a paperboard box to coordinate with the invitation. The tag was cut with one of the Labels Four Nestabilities and embossed with my Cuttlebug and Victoria embossing folder. I swiped Vanilla craft ink over the embossing to help it coordinate with the paper!

Tag closeup...

Okay, as if all this VIP goodness isn't enough, there is an additional release today -- a new set and digi papers by Stephanie Fizer! The set is called What's Crackin'?, and it's SO cute! I used October Afternoon Ducks in a Row paper on this card, and I did lots of sponging and more machine stitching and paper piecing!

Here's a closeup of the paper piecing and sponging. I used white Fun Flock on the tail!

Can you tell I'm excited about these sets?!? Thanks for reading my looong post! You can find the VIP package right HERE, right now!

Your next stop on the Hop is the fabulous Cindy Haffner! Get ready for some eye candy! :)

Thanks for hopping by!

Christina

Nobody Need Wait

Happy Monday, everyone! I have a quick post today -- it's another snow day here in northern Kentucky! We'll have about nine more inches by the end of the day! I'm sure I'll have four restless kids home with me all day, so we'll see if I get any stamping done! ;)

Here's a card featuring Nobody Need Wait, one of the Zenspirations images from American Art Stamp. This is a pretty simple card, but I really like the way it came together. I used October Afternoon paper, some punches, a few embellishments, and a little sponging around the image. I added some color to the image with Prismacolor Pencils.

That's all for today! I'm going to grab my mug of coffee and watch the snow fall! Thanks so much for stopping by!

Have a great day!

Christina

Meet April

Happy Saturday! Today I have another preview of a set being released Monday at All That Scraps! This is April, by Sweet November Stamps -- she and her friend Peter are so sweet, and they're definitely ready for spring!

I paper pieced her dress and colored with Copics. I punched two scalloped circles from the paper, crumpled them, and layered them to form the flower. The sentiment is from Friends Sentiments by AmyR Stamps.

You can stop by the ATS Blog to see samples of April and Peter and also of Baby Bunnies, the other set being previewed today! All of the new sets will be available Monday, February 15!

Did any of you watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony last night? I thought it was fantastic! Our Canadian friends are so warm and welcoming, and their country is so beautiful! I'm an Olympics junkie -- I just love it that our crazy world can come together to celebrate our athletes in a spirit of unity and respect! We have a common purpose, if only for two weeks...

Anyway, I'm so very glad you stopped by today! Thanks, as always, for your visits and comments!

Have a great day!
Christina

Stamps: April (Sweet November), Friends Sentiments (AmyR Stamps) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Kraft, Pumpkin Pie (SU!), Perfect Paper Panels (MFT) Paper: Sugar Rush 6x6 pad (BasicGrey) Other: Copics, Rectangle Nestabilities, scallop circle punch, border punch, corner rounder, button, twine, Dew Drops, dimensionals, sewing machine Card Size: 5.50" x 4.25"

ATS Mid-February Release!

Happy Thursday, everyone! On Monday, February 15, All That Scraps is having a mid-month release of four new sets! Here's a look at Hippity Hoppity, from HR Designs.

I cut out the basket and popped it up on dimensionals, and I added some Stickles to the eggs.

Stop by the ATS Blog to see more previews! Thank you so much for visiting today! :)

Have a great day!

Christina

Stamps: Hippity Hoppity (HR Designs) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Soft Sky, Kiwi Kiss (SU!) Paper: Girl Friday (Cosmo Cricket) Other: Copics; Icicle Stickles (Ranger); Old Olive striped grosgrain, border punch, corner rounder, dimensionals (SU!); button (BasicGrey); twine (PTI)

Card Size: 5.50" x 4.25"

Anna's Valentines

Hello! Happy Wednesday! My kids have their second snow day today, so we're getting a little stir crazy around here. It was the perfect oppportunity to work on Valentines for Friday's parties.

Anna wanted some Valentines that she could color herself, so I used the Cookie Crumbs Valentine Critters set to make these cards for her! Each one is 3" x 3". I just paired each critter with a sentiment, and I stamped "Happy Valentine's Day" inside. She's busy coloring them as I type this! :)

Today's ATS Wednesday Challenge is Valentine Packaging -- check out the Wednesday Challenge Blog HERE for some great ideas! :)

Well, I'm off to shovel the driveway (again!). Stay safe and warm everyone! Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Christina

CASEing Bar!

Happy Monday! This week's Featured Stamper at SCS is my MFT sister Barbara Anders (aka Bar)!! I usually don't get a chance to play in the FS challenges, but I made time yesterday! It's always a joy to take a look at her gallery -- everything she does is beautiful! :)

I CASEd (copied) Bar's card HERE. I changed the accent color, sentiment, and Cuttlebug folder. I took my white craft ink and swiped it against the embossed hearts. There are two scored lines at the bottom, above the sentiment. The ribbon, button, and sentiment are all from My Favorite Things. The sentiment is from Clearly Sentimental about You, the Triple Scoop set of the month.

That's it for today! I'm subbing today -- 8th grade! I think I'll be needing some stamping time this afternoon! ;)

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Have a great day!
Christina

Sunday Supper: Super Bowl Edition

Hello! Happy Sunday! Today's recipes are perfect if you're having a Super Bowl party or any other party! Both are sure to keep a large crowd happy!

The first recipe is an appetizer that received rave reviews at a family Christmas party!

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
2 lb. bacon (slices cut into 3 sections)
3 cans drained water chestnuts

Wrap a piece of bacon (1/3 of a slice) around each water chestnut. Secure with a toothpick, or put fold on the bottom. Bake in 325 degree oven for 45 minutes or until brown. Drain off grease.

Mix:
8 oz. mayonnaise
12 oz. Chili sauce
2 c. brown sugar

Pour mix over chestnuts. Bake again at 325 degrees for 45 munutes. Serve warm.


The next recipe is my chili recipe. I know that people are very particular about the kind of chili they like -- and there are a lot of great recipes out there. This is the recipe that I put together when I was first married, after combining elements of my mother's and my mother-in-law's recipes.

It's thick and meaty, but you can thin it with water. You can serve it "Cincinnati Style" over spaghetti, or you can just enjoy it on its own. Be sure to top it with shredded cheddar or diced onions!

Christina's Chili
2 lbs. ground beef
15 oz. can and 8 oz. can tomato sauce
12 oz. can tomato paste
1 can whole tomatoes, chopped
16 oz. can kidney beans
1 green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 pkg. chili seasoning mix.
1 Tbs. chili powder
1 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. garlic powder

In large pot, brown beef. Drain grease. Add remaining ingredients to pot and stir well. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low and let cook for at least 1-2 hours.


Are you planning to watch the Super Bowl today? I'll tune in mostly for the commercials, since I'll probably be stamping while hubby is watching the game! :)

Have a great day, everyone!
Christina

Snow... Again.

This is what it looks like outside my house right now... I think that groundhog might have been right about six more weeks of winter.

It looks like a good day to stay inside and stamp!

I hope you all are safe and warm! Thanks for stopping by!

Have a great day!

Christina

Glitzy Gear Tutorial!

Well, here it is -- my first video tutorial! I wanted to show you how I made the glitzy gear on my card in THIS post. It's so quick and easy!

It's fun to create your own custom embellishments for your projects! If you are inspired to create your own, I'd love for you to link it here!

I can't thank you enough for your visits and comments each day. I'm so fortunate to be able to share what I love and to learn from all of you, too! :)

Have a fantastic Friday!

Christina

It's Hop and Shop Time!

Hi there! It's time to Hop and Shop with My Favorite Things! All of the new releases are available right NOW right HERE! If you didn't start the Hop at Kim's Blog, head back and begin from there! You don't want to miss a thing! Also, be sure to leave a comment at each stop, because one of us has some Blog Candy to give away! :)

My card features the set Love Birds. It was previously part of an MFT Kit, but now it's available on its own! It's a sweet set, perfect for those Valentine or spring projects! The paper is from the BasicGrey Sugar Rush 6x6 pad, also available at MFT!

I paper pieced the two love birds and colored the rest of the image with Copics. Then I applied some Stickles to the hearts. I made my own "button" from a chipboard heart covered with some of the paper. Some MFT Ribbon finishes the card.

Okay, now it's time to continue to the next stop! You'll be visiting the fantastic Jessie Rone, and I'm sure she has something fabulous to show you!

Thank you so much for hopping by! :)

Christina

Last Day of MFTeasers!

Happy Wednesday! It's the last day of MFTeasers before the release tonight! There are three sets being previewed today, and I have a sample for each!

My first project features Lovin' from the Oven and Clearly Sentimental about Food. I created a clipboard for the kitchen which can hold shopping lists or menus. I covered a small clipboard with Nook and Pantry 6x6 paper and gave it a good coat of Modge Podge for protection. I added some large ric rac -- it reminded me of the icing on those cupcakes! :)

I stamped the image from Lovin' from the Oven and paper pieced it. The sentiment is from Clearly Sentimental about Food.

I printed some To Do List Templates and stamped the sentiment and cupcake on top! :)

My second project features Clearly Sentimental about You, the Triple Scoop set of the month. I used Sugar Rush 6x6 paper and the Robot 2 Digi Stamp. I embellished with some MFT ribbon and braddies.

See that sparkly, glittery gear? I used Glitzy Glitter and some circle punches -- on Friday I'll have my first VIDEO to show you how I made it! :)

Stop by Kim's Blog after 11 am for the links to all the designers with previews today! Then join us tonight for the Release Party from 8-10 pm, and Shop and Hop when the sets go live at 10:00!

That's all for now! See you back here for the Hop tonight! :)

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Christina

A New Artist at MFT!

Happy Tuesday! Today's MFTeasers are of images by a new artist! Her name is Jolinne, and her images are just adorable! I chose Fairy Sweet to share with you today. I cut the wings "out of the box," then I stamped a second set of wings on vellum. I cut them out and adhered them over the first set, leaving the ends curled up for some dimension. I colored the rest of the image with Copics. The patterned paper is from the BasicGrey Origins 6x6 pad.

I used two different sizes of Crystal Clear Adornments Crystals on this card. I placed a trio of large crystals in the corner, and I used the smallest crystals on her necklace and over the "i" in the sentiment. The ribbon is from the Princess Sheer Ribbon Nest.

Be sure to stop by Kim's Blog after 11 am for a list of all the designers previewing these images today! We'll have one more day of MFTeasers tomorrow, and then you can Shop and Hop tomorrow night! :)

Oh, one more thing! Did you see Kim's big announcement HERE on her blog? Wait 'til you see what she has for us now! So cool!! :)

That's it for today! Thank you so much for visiting!

Have a great day!
Christina

MFTeasers: Pure Innocence!

Happy Monday, everyone! I am SO excited about today's MFTeasers, because we're previewing the new Pure Innocence images! :) I truly {heart} these cuties, and they make me smile each time I use them!

Since I'm a teacher, I had to ink up You Make the Grade right away! I paired it with Cosmo Cricket's The Boyfriend paper, and I paper pieced her skirt with one of the patterns. The horizontal Tangerine Tango panel was embossed with my Cuttlebug and Number Collage embossing folder, but unfortunately most of the numbers were hidden when the card was finished!

When I saw this next set, Blooming Good Day, I literally squealed over those pigtails! I mean really, how cute is she?!? I used three different patterns of Cosmo Cricket's Girl Friday paper, and I cut the butterfly from one of the papers. I topped the butterfly with a Glittered Garnish, and I used some MFT Royalty Ribbon.

I finished the inside of the card with more paper, stitching, and the sentiment.

Stop by Kim's Blog after 11 am for the direct links to all of today's MFTeasers! Don't forget about the Release Cocktail Party Wednesday night -- you can get all the details HERE!

I'll have another MFTeaser tomorrow! Thank you so much for visiting today! :)

Have a great day!

Christina

Sunday Supper: Chicken Italiano

Hi there! Happy Sunday! It's been a while since I posted a Sunday Supper recipe -- I guess that's because we haven't had enough time for family suppers lately! I'm planning to serve this meal this week -- if I can get all my kids home at the same time! This is great served over pasta or rice.

Chicken Italiano (from Gooseberry Patch Slow-Cooker Recipes)

2 to 3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 10-3/4 oz. cans golden mushroom soup
2 14-oz. cans diced tomatoes
1 c. onion, chopped
1t. dried basil

Arrange chicken in a slow cooker. Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low setting for 8 hours. Cut or shred chicken into bite-size pieces before serving. Serves 4 to 6.


Today is Day 2 of MFTeasers! Stop by Kim's Blog to see the list of designers who have previews for you! I'll have my first MFTeaser tomorrow -- I hope you'll stop back!

Have a great day, everyone! Don't forget to spend some time around the supper table! :)

Christina

Flower Power!

Hello! Happy Saturday! Our favorite little monkey is back in the new CC Designs set called Flower Power. Here I paired him with one of the sentiments in AmyR's All Women set. I thought he was perfect with this Daisy Bucket Playful Petals paper. I colored with Copics -- everything else is pretty self-explanatory! :)

Stop by the ATS Blog to see more samples of this set! All of the new sets will be available at All That Scraps Monday, February 1, at midnight.


Today is also the first day of MFTeasers at My Favorite Things! Stop by Kim's Blog after 11 am to see which designers are previewing today! Also, see how you can be the next MFT Guest Designer by checking out the Challenge HERE!

That's it for now! Thank you so much for visiting!


Have a great day!
Christina

For Grandma

Hi there! TGIF! Today's All That Scraps Preview is of the set All Women by AmyR Stamps. The set is filled with wonderful sentiments for all the special women in your life. Here I made a tag for my grandma, which I can use on a card or a gift bag.

I used some of my beloved October Afternoon Cherry Hill paper. The vintage patterns remind me so much of being a kid at my grandma's house. I added to the vintage look with a button, twine, machine stitching, and stitched ribbon. {Tip: if the stitching in the ribbon is too "white" for your project, color over it with a Copic marker!}

Please stop by the ATS Blog to see more samples with this very versatile set! Don't forget, all the new ATS releases will be available at midnight Monday, February 1!

I'll have another ATS Preview for you tomorrow! Thanks so much for the visit today!

Have a fantastic Friday!

Christina

Sugarplums Party

Happy Wednesday, everyone! It's my favorite time of the month -- time for previews!! I'll have a few days of All That Scraps previews, followed by MFTeasers! First up is the newest CC Designs Sugarplums set, Sugarplums Party. Oh, I DO love the images in this set! Everytime I work with the Sugarplums I just have to smile! :)

I colored with Copics and paper pieced his clothes. I kept the embellishments to a minimum, since this card is for a boy. Besides, there's enough color in this fun BasicGrey Lime Rickey paper! I did add some interest by embossing the orange panel with my Cuttlebug and Number Collage embossing folder.

Be sure to stop by the ATS Blog to see more samples! All of the new sets will be released at midnight on Monday, February 1, at All That Scraps!

That's all for now -- thanks so much for stopping by!

Have a great day!
Christina

Easy Peasy Gift Tag

Happy Monday! Here's an easy gift tag which is perfect for Valentine treats or any gift! I had made it as a sample for the MFT January Guest Designer Challenge, and I completely forgot to share it here before now!

I used MFT's Bling 'Bet and Polar Love, and I accented with MFT Adornments Crystals and Princess Ribbon. The top tab is embossed with my Cuttlebug and Heart Blocks embossing folder.

I like finding fun ways to use the letters in this set -- there are so many possibilities! :)

Thank you so much for visiting today! I hope your week is off to a good start!

Have a great day!
Christina

Brrr...

This week's Ways to Use it Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is Cut it Out -- cutting out the image or sentiment. I realized I'd done that a few times recently, so it was a perfect challenge for me!

I used two sides of some October Afternoon Night Light paper and some of my favorite All That Scraps stamps to put together this card. I do love this Cocoa Emma sitting on the Park Bench! The sentiment is from Snowflake Stamps by AmyR Stamps.

I colored, of course, with Copics. I used paper snips and a craft knife to cut out the images, then I popped them up on dimensionals. I sponged around the sentiment and also mounted it on dimensionals. I did some distressing and machine stitching on the paper panels.

That's it for today! I'm hoping for some stamping time today -- I need to work on previews for the upcoming ATS and MFT releases! Each month the images get better and better! :)

Thank you so much for visiting today -- I always appreciate it when you stop by!

Have a great day!

Christina

Lovin' from the Oven!

Hello! You've come to my stop on the MFT VIP Blog Hop! If you haven't seen all the fresh-baked goodness so far, go back to Kim's Blog and start from there! This month's VIP Package is available TODAY only -- you can get the newest Who's That Girl set in your hands two weeks early! :) It won't be available again until it is released with all the other MFT February stamps on Wednesday, February 3.

Here's what you'll get in your MFT VIP Package:
Lovin’ from the Oven (WTG for February)
Bakery Blend Buttons
Bakery Blend Ribbons
Sugar Glass Glitter
Sakura Clear Glaze Pen
Plus receive a FREE Clearly Sentimental about Food stamp set (value $9)

Did you know that Kim is now carrying BasicGrey Nook and Pantry 6x6 paper pads? It's the perfect paper for this set, don't you think? :)

Anyway, on to my card! I gave it some homespun flavor with lace, machine stitching, and MFT Buttons. I paper pieced WTG and colored with Copics.

I finished the inside of the card as well, paper piecing the cake image.

Next, you're off to visit Patti, our fabulous Guest Designer this month! She's sure to have something yummy to show you! :)

Thanks so much for hopping by!

Christina

Love You Muchly

Hi there! I'm finally back with something stampy! I'm posting later than I'd hoped -- I unexpectedly had a sick husband and son this morning! Anyway, here's a Valentine card I made with some of my favorite things from My Favorite Things! :)

I used the Small Calendar Sheets, Make the Date stamp set, and Pure Innocence Flower Girl. I paper pieced her clothes, cut her out, and popped her up on dimensionals. I added some glitter to her hearts and flower.

I love using the calendar templates for things other than calendars! They're a must-have! :)

Tomorrow we'll have the MFT VIP Blog Hop -- you'll love the new Who's That Girl!

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Have a wonderful day!

Christina

Stamps: Pure Innocence: Flower Girl, Make the Date (MFT) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko), Ruby Red (SU!) Cardstock: Kraft, Ruby Red, Very Vanilla (SU!) Paper: BeLoved (My Mind's Eye) Other: Copics, Baby Braddies, button (MFT), Ghost Shape Heart (Heidi Swapp), Diamond Lace punch (EK Success), twine, glitter, dimensionals, sewing machine

Sugarplums Spring Kit!

Happy Monday! I took a few days off -- it was my husband's birthday Saturday, and we had a fun, busy weekend! My kids are home today for the holiday, and I'm fighting a headache, so I'm hoping to be stamping later on this afternoon!

I do want to share something, though -- All That Scraps has released a limited edition Sugarplums Spring Kit! The kit contains nine Sugarplums kids, two accessory stamps, and one set of Spring Sentiments!

The kit will be available from January 15th-January 31st at 50% off retail, during the month of February the kit will be 25% off retail, and March 1st the kit will no longer be available.

The images are adorable -- check out Lesa's samples on the ATS Blog HERE! My kit is on the way, and I can't wait to play! :)

I'll have something stampy for you tomorrow -- thanks so much for stopping by today!

Have a great day!
Christina

Love Muffin

Happy Friday, eveyone! Boy, the days do fly by, don't they? I was so glad I finally had a chance to ink up my unloved Stamping Bella images and make a card for the Bellarific theme for this week -- Lovey Dovey. You can find out more about it on Emily's Blog HERE. This is Matilda Muffinbread, one of the Chichiboulie Fairies. She has a big ol' love muffin for her sweetheart! ;)

I colored with Copics and added some Stickles to the muffin top. I stitched around the paper panels. The hearts were cut with a Cuttlebug die.

The weekend is here -- YAY! I hope yours is starting well! Thanks so much for stopping by to visit today! :)

Have a fantastic Friday!
Christina

Stamps: Matilda Muffinbread, Hot Stuff (Stamping Bella) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Barely Banana, Purely Pomegranate (SU!), Cream Perfect Paper Panel (MFT) Paper: Lemonade 6x6 pad (BasicGrey) Other: Copics, Cuttlebug, Concentric Hearts die (Provo Craft), Icicle Stickles (Ranger), So Saffron ribbon, corner rounder (SU!), button, twine, dimensionals, sewing machine

Hi, it's me...

Happy Wednesday! I am having entirely too much fun with this Be Loved paper -- I told you you'd be seeing more of it! Actually, it's Joanne's fault -- she's been using it a lot lately, and everything she has created is too adorable! I finally broke down and ordered it -- thank you, my enabling friend! ;) I had to pair it with one of the Pure Innocence images... oh, how I love them!

I covered a chipboard heart with the paper and sanded the edges. I colored, cut out, and paper pieced the PI image. I finished the inside with another sweet sentiment from the set.

That's it for today! I'll have more stampy fun for you tomorrow! Thanks so much for stopping by! :)

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Christina

Stamps: Pure Innocence: Heart Stripes (MFT) Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Kraft, Ruby Red (SU!), Whip Cream (MFT) Paper: Be Loved (My Mind's Eye) Other: Copics, scallop edge punch, chipboard heart, So Saffron ribbon, twine, button, Glittered Garnishes (MFT), sewing machine

Love Balloons

Happy Tuesday, everyone! I'm definitely in the mood for Valentine crafting, how about you? I made this Valentine card with stamps from American Art Stamp.

I stamped Balloons over New York City and the sentiment, then I paper pieced and colored with Prismacolor pencils. The paper is Be Loved by My Minds Eye (you'll be seeing more of it, I promise!). I embossed the background with my Cuttlebug and Heart Blocks folder.

I have new papers and stamps to play with, so I have plans to do some stamping today! I finally have all my sickies out the door (Kyle was home yesterday!), so it's time to catch up!

Thank you so much for the visit today -- have a great day! :)

Christina

Christening Card

Happy Monday, everyone! Here is the card I made for my nephew's christening. I kept it simple, all in white, adding interest with layers and embossing. There's not much to explain, so I'll just list the ingredients below! :)

Thanks, as always, for stopping by! I do appreciate you taking time out of your day to visit here!

Have a great day!

Christina

Stamps: Philippians 4:4 Plain Jane (Verve Stamps) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Whisper White (SU!) Other: Cuttlebug, Swiss Dots embossing folder (Provo Craft), Arched Lattice punch (Martha Stewart), ribbon, Glittered Garnishes (MFT), corner rounder, dimensionals (SU!)

For Drew

Happy Sunday, everyone! I haven't had many chances to stamp this week -- I had two sick kids, a sick husband, and two snow days! I did finally get some much-needed "me" time so I could finish this project for our nephew. Today is his christening, and I wanted to be sure he had something handmade from Aunt Christina! :)

I covered an unfinished wooden frame (from Michaels) and the chipboard letters with Cosmo Cricket Snorkel paper. I used Mod Podge to adhere the paper, then I sanded all the edges. Finally, I gave everything another coat of Modge Podge for durability, and I added a trio of BasicGrey buttons to the corner.

Although the opening is meant for a photo, I didn't want to give the gift with nothing inside, so of course I stamped something! I used three sets from Verve Stamps: Practically Perfect, Seeing Stars, and Starlight Starbright.

That's it for today! I have some stamps and some new papers that need attention, so hopefully I'll get some stamping time today!

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a great day! :)

Christina

Time to Hop and Shop!

Hello! You've made it to my stop on the MFT January Release Blog Hop! Hopefully you've come here from Amy's Blog -- if not, be sure to go to Kim's Blog and start from the beginning! Believe me, you don't want to miss anything! :)

I'm thrilled to be showing you one more card featuring Pure Innocence! I just can't get enough of these sweet images! This set is called My Basket of Eggs. The words in the set can be combined in different ways for spring or Easter projects. Here I created an Easter card.

I paper pieced the dress and arms, and I popped up the basket with its glittery eggs.

I finished the inside as well, placing the sentiment there also.

This set and all the new releases are available NOW -- just go HERE to the Brand Spankin' New category on the MFT site!

Next you're off to visit Michele Boyer, who, in my opinion, is a rock star! I can't wait to see what she's created! :)

Thank you so much for hopping by!

Christina

Stamps: Pure Innocence: My Basket of Eggs (MFT) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko) Cardstock: Kiwi Kiss, Pink Pirouette (SU!), Whip Cream (MFT) Paper: Girl Friday (Cosmo Cricket) Other: Copics, Cuttlebug, Bloom Dots embossing folder, Arched Lattice border punch (Martha Stewart), Old Olive ribbon, corner rounder (SU!), button, twine, glitter, dimensionals, sewing machine