DeNami August Mini Cards Blog Hop!

Hello fellow followers in blogland!  It's that time again, time for another DeNami blog hop!  This months theme is to create some Mini Cards using DeNami Design stamps!

Hopefully, you came here from the wonderful, incredible, amazing blog of one Paulina Nakamura!  WOW I can't believe I have to follow her, but I'll do my best!  =)  Of course, if you need to start back at the beginning or see the full list, check back HERE at the DeNami Blog.    

So, this time around I chose to use my DeNami stamps to create a fabulous card set!  It's a seasonal/all occasion set containing five cards that all have similar elements!  Here's what I came up with: 

As you can see, each card is 3.25" by 3.25" and has 6 similar elements: a DeNami critter, a sentiment, pearls, baker's twine, glittered areas using the Spica glitter pen, and an accent panel on the inside!  Finishing off the insides was an idea that I got from this "All About Stamping" video of contributing designer Britta Swiderski!  She used patterned paper, but I chose to use solid colors that match some elements on the front for each mini card.  Here are the insides of the cards: 

I used several DeNami stamps, including three from the new release!  =)  Here's close up pictures of all of the cards: 

 

 

I love LOVE making mini card sets, and this one was no exception!  I really enjoyed the chance to have each card contribute its own look while still making each card a part of a set that has similar elements!  Did you spot the Lawn Fawn stamps in the holiday card?  I thought it was appropriate to use one card to show how well DeNami and Lawn Fawn work together after the fabulous Denami/Lawn Fawn blog hop this past week!  =)  

OK well you still have lots of hopping to do!  Your next stop is Heidi Spoelhof, whose cards are AWESOME!  You won't be dissapointed for sure!  =)  

Enjoy your hopping friends!  Don't forget to comment on each blog for a chance to win a $20 DeNami gift card!  =D  Have a happy, hoppy day!  =D 

DeNami Beautiful Buttons February Blog Hop!!!

Hello hoppers! It's another DeNami Blog Hop!  Here are all the details: 

When: The blog hop starts on February 13 at 6 AM, PST. However, you have until February 14, 2011, 11:59pm PST, to leave comments on all the blogs (to be eligible for a prize).

Why: To be inspired by beautiful creations featuring DeNami Design stamps and also the chance to win mini shopping sprees on the DeNami Design website!

Prizes: We are giving away THREE $20 gift certificates to our website! We'll be giving away one gift certificate to a random participant (DT members not eligible) and then we'll also be giving away TWO gift certificates to TWO people who comment along the hop!

Hopefully, you are coming over from the lovely Amy's blog, and I'm sure you've already been inspired by some great creations!  If you get lost along the way, be sure to head back HERE for the master blog hop list!  Now, onto my button-filled creation: 

 

I was SO excited this year to finally get my hands on some DeNami Valentine stamps!  And of COURSE I love all of the DeNami chickies!  Since I used the chickies, I added some little yellow buttons to the pink and purple theme, and I love how it turned out!!! 

Well, thanks for hopping along and checking out my card!  =)  Next up on your blog hop is the absolutely fabulous Vera Yates!  I know she will have something amazing!  

Thanks for stopping by and for all the great comments!  =D  See you again soon! 

 

Paper: 

*Neenah and Recollections Cardstock

Stamps and Ink: 

* DeNami Design - B108 Heart Chickie, PF42 Love Sentiments Stamp Set

* Memento - Tuxedo Black Ink

* Ranger Distress Ink - Chipped Sapphire

Other: 

* Pink, Yellow, White, and Purple buttons

* Purple Baker's Twine (Divine Twine)

* Copic Markers

I Love U

Good evening blogland!  Well once AGAIN we had a snow day today... though it was more icy than snowy here!  Of course, these types of days mean that I get extra time in to be crafty!  Today I was still excited to use my new PTI stamps and I had LOTS of fun:

I'm super proud of how this card turned out!  Along with making my own patterned paper, I also added some Lawn Fawn hearts to really finish off the look of the card!  I had LOTS of inspiration today for this card:
1. Wee Memories #41 - Get Sketchy

2. City Crafter Challenge Blog #42 - All You Need is Love!
3. The Play Date Cafe Color Challenge #66

 

So, that's pretty much the last valentine that I need to make!  I still have a few more that haven't made it to my blog yet, so I'll be posting those in the next few days, but I can now focus on things like birthday/wedding/shower/thinking of you cards! 

How's everyone else doing with the weather?  I hope everyone is safe and sound! =) 


Paper: 
* Bazzil and Recollections Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* PTI - Fillable Frames #6 and matching diecut
* Lawn Fawn - My Silly Valentine
* Memento - Tuxedo Black Ink
Other: 
* Fiskars Border Punch
* Black Twill Ribbon
* Chipboard Letters
* Copic and Bic Markers

Mini Card Mania!

Hi blogland!  This is going to be a short post simply because I'm really tired but I wanted to share a few projects with you!  I just recieved my blog candy from the lovely Laurel Beard in the mail today, and I've already put it to good use!  I've been really into making smaller cards lately... mainly because they are both fun to send and often a challenge to make!  Here are two that I came up with:

The Play Date Cafe Color Challenge #65 had really great colors this week, and so I wanted to give it a try!  Even though it's winter, I tried to make this tree look like it was a birch tree transitioning from summer to fall.  And of course I added a few fun embellishments!

I just love this little guy!  As a dog owner I'm a sucker for doggie stamps!  This little guy is just perfect for a little valentines day card!  =)  This one wasn't for any challenge, I just couldn't resist him!  =)

Well, that's all I have for you today, don't forget to sign up for the giveaway!!!  There's only a few days left!  As always, thanks for your comments and support! 

 
"Did I Mention..."
Paper: 
* Neenah and Bazzil Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* W Plus 9 - Funky Foliage
* Versamark Watermark Ink
* Light Green and Orange Pigment Inks
Other: 
* Green and Orange Buttons
* Green Flower from Prima
* Green and White Baker's Twine
* Orange Rhinestone
* Crystal Stickles
"Puppy Love" 
Paper: 
* Neenah Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* Imaginsice Dog
* DeNami Design Heart and Sentiment
* Lawn Fawn - Small Heart
* Memento - Tuxedo Black
* Ranger Distress Inks - Worn Lipstick and Barn Door
Other: 
* Pink and White Baker's Twine
* Red Satin Ribbon

More fun Valentines!

Hello readers!  I hope that everyone had a great weekend!  We certainly did here!  We spent lots of time relaxing, cleaning and of COURSE watching the Steelers win!  =D  So excited that Pittsburgh is going to another superbowl!

I have a few cards to share with you today!  The first one uses both Lawn Fawn and DeNami stamps:

This card uses LOTS of different techniques and I really love the way it turned out!  This card was inspired by two challenges:
1. Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #87
2.  Wee Memories Challenge #40  - Anything Goes

   

My second set of cards is a set of six valentines that I made using Lawn Fawn's "My Silly Valentine."  I made two sets of these, one of my family and one for Winter's St. Jude's Caring Hearts card drive:

   

These cards were colored with copics, and if you look closely you can see faint hearts stamped on each valentine!  I really think these little valentines are fun and the sentiments are just SO cute!  These were inspired by Tuesday Throwdown's Challenge #32 - Valentines.

Ok, well that's all I have for you today!  I hope you enjoyed these fun valentines!


 
"You're Sweet" Card: 
 Paper: 
* Neenah and Bazzil Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* Lawn Fawn - Teeny Tiny Backdrops and My Silly Valentines
* DeNami Design - You're Sweet Sentiment
* Ranger Distress Inks - Worn Lipstick and Barn Door
* Versamark Watermark Ink
Other: 
* Floradoodles from Petaloo
* White Organza Ribbon
* Satin Pink Ribbon
"My Silly Valentines":
Paper: 
* Paper Source 4 Bar Hearts Card
* Bazzil and Neenah Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* Lawn Fawn - My Silly Valentine
* Memento - Tuxedo Black
* Ranger Distress Ink - Barn Door

DeNami Valentine Stamps!

Hi readers!  So today was yet ANOTHER snow day, and I just might never ever actually get to go back to work!  Actually I'm sure it'll be just fine, but I'm just amazed at how many snow days we've already had!

Last week, my new stamps from DeNami Design came in the mail!  I've been waiting to bust them out and really have some fun with them, and so today's snow day was the perfect opportunity!  =)

I just love that heart outline stamp!  It's so versatile and there are SO many things that I can do with it!  I bought the teeny valentine sentiments and these two valentine chickies stamps too!  I folded the ribbon along the bottom for a fun and whimsical effect!  =)

This card was inspired by three different challenges:
1.  Wee Memories Challenge 39 

 

2. Really Reasonable Ribbon Challenge 16 - Use Hearts and Ribbon
3. Tuesday Throwdown 32 - Valentines

Well, thanks for looking today!  Please don't forget to enter my Blog Candy Giveaway!  =D 


Paper: 
* Neenah and Bazzill Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* DeNami Design - Heart Chickie, Valentine Chickie, Small Heart Outline, Love Sentiments Set
* Ranger Distress Inks - Barn Door and Worn Lipstick
* Memento - Tuxedo Black
Other:
* Pink Satin Ribbon
* Copic Markers

Valentines!!!

Well, I said I really didn't want a snow day and here I am... having a snow day!  I was able to clean the kitchen and bedroom, and hopefully I'll get some post-lunch crafting in!  =)

I'm so excited, because my OTHER favorite card-realted holiday is right around the corner --> Valentine's Day!!!  I have always believed that Valentine's Day is NOT just about couples, but about telling everyone in your life how much you love them!  Because of that, I've been sending out LOTS of valentines for many many years!

Along with my own valentines this year, I'm making lots to send to the Cards St. Jude's card drive that the lovely Winter is putting together!  This is especially a special cause for me because I am a survivor of childhood cancer.  Six years ago, I was diagnosed with and treated for Hodgkin's Lymphoma.  I'm 100% healthy now, and it is extremely important to me to be able to do something for other children with cancer.  To give cards to this drive, click here:

Here's a pair of cards that I created for the card drive:

  

I just love Lawn Fawn's new set, My Silly Valentine!  I think these cards could make just about any little kid smile!  And of course I had to add buttons, because buttons are just so much fun!  =D

These cards were also inspired by the Etsy Inspired Challenge 121 - LaPomme.  Here's the picture that inspired me:

I also made another valentine that will probably go to someone in my family!  I'm really happy with the turnout:

Don't you just love these little flat heart cards from Paper Source?  I buy them every year to make very old-fashioned looking valentines!  I also just bought some stamp die-cuts and so I was really excited to try them out!  This card was inspired by three different challenges:
1. Off the Wall Craftiness Color Challenge #40:

2. Wee Memories Scrappy Saturday Challenge #38: Use Twine on your Project

3. Tuesday Throwdown 31: Background Stamping



St. Jude's Button Cards: 
Paper: 
* Recollections Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* Memento Tuxedo Black
* Lawn Fawn - My Silly Valentine
Other:
* Buttons
* Cream Grosgrain Ribbon
Heart Shaped Valentine:
Paper: 
* Paper Source 4 Bar Red Heart
* Neenah and Recollections Cardstock
Stamps and Ink: 
* Ranger Distress Ink - Antique Linen and Barn Door
* Versamark Watermark Ink
* Whispers Snow White Embossing Powder
* Lawn Fawn - Teeny Tiny Backdrops, My Silly Valentine, Sophie's Sentiments
Other:
* Red and White Baker's Twine from AR Creations Etsy Shop
* Red Pearl
* FloraDoodles from Petaloo