Pinwheel Poppy, and clouds galore...

Hello Bloggers!!!  Back again with another Tuesday Inspiration post By Lori Designs!

Today I'm bringing you a card featuring a brand new digital image called Pinwheel Poppy from Lori's new Pedal Pushers line.  I absolutely love her big pigtails!

Its been quite a while since I've done background clouds on my cards, so I thought I'd give it a try again.  I found my hand drawn stencil and started sponging them on...I should have done a test run because it looks like she came from the Land of Clouds....I mean has anyone ever really seen THAT many clouds in the sky???  They really didn't turn out the way I intended but, I'll just have to keep practicing.  I was tempted to scrap it but time is of the essence around here so I had to make do! 

I used papers from Jillibean Soup (Southern Chicken Dumpling Soup 6x6 paper pad), some crocheted ribbon and my new Stampin' Up Sizzlits Pinwheel Die.  And just because there weren't enough clouds, I added an embossed background using my Stampin  Up' Clouds embossing folder and added some 3d clouds from MFT  die.

 

 

Make sure you check out the By Lori Designs Blog {here} to see what the rest of the design team has created for you to see today!  I bet it gets you in the mood for spring!!!

Thanks for stopping by today, have a great week!

*NEW PEDAL PUSHERS" at By Lori Designs...

Hi Everyone!  I hope you all had a wonderful 'Family Day' (here in Canada) yesterday!  We decided to take the kids last minute to Toronto for the long weekend!  We all had a blast and hit 4 of the main attractions in 3 days!  My kids are troopers I tell ya!  Our favourite part was the Bluegrass Brunch at The Dakota Tavern!  Best kept secret around!  A definate MUST DO on a Sunday in Toronto!   

 

Now we're back to school and work AND more importantly, By Lori Designs goodness!  Did you see the adorable BRAND NEW digital images that were released last week?  Oh, they're simply irresistible!  Check them all out HERE!!!

 

For my card today I've used the brand new adorable digi 'CAMERA CATE' Pedal Pusher!!!  I love this image!  It kinda reminds me of myself, since I always have the camera around my neck on our outings.  I'm rarely in pictures (which is fine by me, I'm not the photogenic kind).  I coloured her with my copics and paired her with some adorable dp from Lilybee Design (Handmade).

 

 

 

Here's a closeup of the image.  I added a bit of 3D crystal effects to the camera lens just to make it look more realistic...

 

 

Be sure to check out the BY LORI DESIGNS blog to see what the rest of the wonderful Design Team has created!  You'll be inspired for sure!!!!  Also, pop by the BLD shop to see all the new rubber that's in stock!  Woo hoo, PJ's and Sugarsticks in stamp form!!!

 

Have a wonderful  week!  Thanks for stopping by!!!

True friends are always together in spirit...

Welcome to the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps February Release Blog Hop!!!  Have you enjoyed the new peeks for February?  Well you can get your hands on them NOW at the Kraftin' Kimmie Shop. 

For my hop card today, I've used a classic literary character, "Anne of Green Gables".  I enjoyed watching the TV series when I was younger.  I found this bottle of Anne of Green Gables Raspberry Cordial at the grocery store and couldn't resist!  Remember the part where Anne invites her 'bosom friend' Diana over for afternoon tea?  She gave what she thought was Raspberry Cordial to her but instead was currant wine.  Oh that Anne Shirley!  I brought it home and thought I could do something different.  I found a cut on the Silhouette site for a bottle tag and went to work!  Its way out of the box for me to use lots of embellishments flowers etc, but I think it works.

Here's a little recap of my previews, just so you don't forget all the wonderful new stamps you have to choose from!

The sun'll come out tomorrow.....

Happy Weekend everyone!  I hope you've been enjoying the new Kraftin' Kimmie February release peeks so far.  Today we are featuring another fabulous set from Krafty Artist Annie Rodrigue!  She has created a fantastic line of stamps featuring some of the most beloved characters from famous works of Literature!  This new set is called 'Lovely Literature'.

Don't forget about the big on-line Facebook party TONIGHT!  Join Kraftin' Kimmie and the Krafty Girls at 6pm EST at the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Facebook page for all the fun!! We'll be hangin' out with the Krafty Girls, sharing lots of the new stamps, playing games, giving away prizes and releasing the NEW STAMPS at 7:30pm EST!!!

Today also marks another fun Krafty Challenge!  The hostess this week is JENNY and its 'ANYTHING GOES'!  As long as you use a Kraftin' Kimmie Stamp you can play!!!  You could win the 'Anne of Green Gables' stamp featured on her gorgeous card!!!

I HAD to get inky with the new Little Orphan Annie stamp.  I absolutely LOVE this movie!!!  I've seen it countless times as a child and every now and then try to bribe my kids into watching it on our movie nights...my daughter is always a keener but my son, well, not so much anymore!  Anyway, I've had some extra time to play with my Silhouette Cameo and (already having in mind I wanted her singing infront of a big sun) found the perfect cut from the Silhouette on-line store.  I made an easel card and kept it CAS. 

 

She comes with the sentiment "The sun'll come out, tomorrow!"

I love how happy and cheery she looks!  It's a perfect stamp to make a card for someone who's 'down in the dumps' or under the weather!

 

Somebunny Loves You...

Hi Everyone, welcome back to another fun Preview Day with Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps!!!

Before we go on, I'd like to share with you that the Kraftin' Kimmie Shop now carries 6x6 paper pads!  So while you're shopping for stamps, you can scoop up some paper to go with them! (this is a trial run and is being offered to Canadian customers only due to the extra weight of the paper, to continue to keep our shipping costs low).  To celebrate, there are even a few pads ON SALE in the shop!!!!  For more details, click {here}

Today we are previewing a brand new stamp set by Krafty Artist Cheryl Alger!  There are TWO new sets being released (Lil' Buckaroos, and Somebunny Loves You). 

I chose Lexi with Bunny from the Somebunny Loves You set.  Isn't she  adorable with her big floppy bunny?   I went to work with my copics and paperpieced some gingham dp to the bunny's feet and ears.  I also added some washi tape, ribbon and button to finish it off!  Easter is just around the corner, and these stamps make the cutest Easter cards! 

 

Calling all book lovers...

It's day TWO of our Krafty Peeks at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps.  Today we’d like to introduce all you READERS to a beautiful new set of BOOKWORM Trinkets! 

These circular sentiment stamps have been created and designed by the totally talented Krafty Girl, Nicole Aspinall!  They are made especially to fit in your 1 3/8ths and 1 ¾ inch punches, for quick and easy cutting!  You will get the set as a completely unmounted full sheet of deeply etched grey rubber.

Today we have awesome samples that the Krafty Girls have put together for you....and be sure to comment on each and every stop because one lucky stamper is going to WIN the new BOOKWORM TRINKETS set!!! {All of this week's winners will be announced at the online party on Saturday night!}.

I made this card and bookmark for my son's birthday.  He's a huge reader (which I love) and he can always use a bookmark.  I don't know how many books I've found laying around with a kleenex marking his place... I know I can't make him those cutesy cards anymore...so these may seem plain but I know its masculine enough that he won't open it and say 'mom I'm not 4 anymore'....'SIGH'...they grow up so fast...

 

Dr. Seuss quotes are my absolute favourite!!!!

 

Sweet little Valentine...

*NOTE*  This is my 2nd post for today.  If you are looking for the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps post, please scroll down or click {here}.  Thanks!

 

Well, only 2 more days until Valentines Day!!!  You still have time to grab these sweet little Valentines Digi's from By LORi Designs! 

 

For my little treat bag I've used Sweetheart Valentine - Four (Puddle Jumpers Ella).  I also mentioned in an earlier post that my daughter had been busy creating her very own to give to a few of her friends.  She finally finished decorating it up and I got the green light to post it!

 

 

I even let her use my 'special' markers, (since now that she's a big girl and even sitting in a booster seat (that was her argument)..lol...So, I caved to the big "puppy dog eyes" and hands under the chin routine.  She made out pretty well I think! 

 

 

Be sure to spin by the Blog over at By LORi Designs and see what other fantastic Valentines the design team has created!  There's still time left!!!

 

Have a great day!  Thanks for stopping by!

Easter boat ride...

Well it's that time again  It's a new month and Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps is kickin' things off a day early because we have SO much krafty goodness to pack into the krafty peeks this week! 

We have tons of awesome new stamps AND we're excited to have another ONLINE RELEASE PARTY!  It's happening this SATURDAY at our Facebook fan page....and we'll post more information later in the week!  So all the new stamps we're sharing over the next few days will be released on SATURDAY NIGHT! 

Today, we are kicking off the *New* FEBRUARY Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps previews today and we've got a fun new set for you in time for SPRING!  It's from our wonderful artist Nicole Aspinall and we are very excited to share with you our ADORABLE….SPRING SWEETIES!  There are FIFTEEN cute stamps featuring the perfect images for spring and especially EASTER!  Be sure to comment on each and every stop because one lucky stamper is going to WIN the new SPRING SWEETIES set!!! {All of this week's winners will be announced at the online party on Saturday night!}

 

I had these sweet new stamps coloured up and wasn't sure what I wanted to do with them.  Then I noticed the Free Shape of the Week at the Silhouette store was this 3D boat.  Gotta love the freebies!  Anyway, I thought since the cute little chick is playing with a boat, I would make it work somehow.  So this is what I came up with.   

 

Here's a close-up of the bunny sailing away...

 

 

I think it will make a cute little addition to the Easter table centre piece (filled with chocolate of course)!!!

 

Handmade Goodness....

So my mom is very artistic and is always trying new things, every time I turn around she is dabbling into something new and always comes up with the most adorable creations!!!  THESE handmade felt bracelet cuffs are NO EXCEPTION and honestly are now among my favourites!!!  Aren't they gorgeous???

 

 

She even made teeny tiny ones to fit my daughters wee wrist!  You can see by the smile on her face that Nana's gift was a hit!!!   She is already comissioning my mom to make one for each one of her friends!!! 

She wears it everywhere!!!

 

 

These pictures don't do them any justice, you should see them in person, they are beautiful!!! 

 

Anyway just wanted to share some handmade goodness!  There's nothing better than a handmade gift!  Thanks mom!

Happy Day Valentine...

Valentines Day is almost here, and my daughter and I have been busy creating cute little valentines for her friends, family and classmates!  The little note I'm showing you today is a cute little valentine digi from By Lori Designs.  You get the whole bundle below for only $6!!!!  Click (here) to get yours now!!!

 

They make the sweetest little valentines for classmates.  I've dressed mine up a bit more with some Stampin Up butterflies and scallop border punch.  I will show you my daughers version once she's all finished decorating hers.  She has a plan and I can't mess with it until she's done...lol!

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Have a great week!

Designed to Color Magazine....

Hello Everyone!  I hope you all had an enjoyable weekend!  Back to the grind again...

 

I just quickly wanted to share with you a link to a unique crafting magazine that was created for the colourist at heart!  Its called Designed to Color and has lots of wonderful samples of all kinds of colouring mediums, tutorials etc...This current issue features 2 of my cards!  I was completely thrilled and excited to hear that my cards were accepted.  Then I saw the current cover and was over the moon!  The one of the girl holding the peach (image 'Peaches' by Mo Manning) on the cover is mine and there is another one in the Birthday section featuring 'Julie' from Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps!!! 

 

You can check out a preview copy on their website {here}.  They also have a new submissions call going on and the deadline isn't until February 28th, 2013!  There are lots of categories so check it out!

 

 

 

Also, I'm so sorry but I've had to turn on my word verification for comments.  I have been receiving 'Anonymous' spam comments for the last month now and they are now coming twice sometimes 3 times a day.  I won't be keeping it on for long, I just wanted to see if it will help.  I appreciate all of you for commenting, they really do make my day!

 

Thanks for stopping by, have a great week!!!

BLD in RUBBER!!!!!

Hey everyone!!!  There's some exciting news happening over at By Lori Designs!!!  Available NOW, all Puddle Jumper and Sugar Sticks are now available in rubber!  Woohoo!!!  To see all the details head over to the By Lori Designs FACEBOOK PAGE (here), and get your hands on these before they're gone. 

 

 

By LORi Designs Rubber Stamps - Deep Etched Red Rubber Stamp...On foam, ready to trim and place on a stamping block!!!!!

 

 

Cute right?  Anyway, have fun shopping!!!

 

Have a great weekend!  Thanks for stopping by!

Kraftin Kimmie's Klubhouse release...

Today Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps is previewing an EXCLUSIVE Moonlight Whispers stamp set!!

FEATHERS AND FUR is the newest of the special Krafty Klubhouse Kits…..and this is our first one for 2013!  Be part of the Krafty Klub and order your exclusive set (it will be released on SUNDAY!!) which features THREE special edition stamps designed by Annie Rodrigue PLUS SEVEN coordinating sentiment stamps!

FEATHERS AND FUR will be sold ONLY as a set and ONLY at the Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps Shop!! {It will be released to some of our retailers in a few months.} Not only will you get this SUPER CUTE new set, but you will also receive a sweet treat if you order this set before February 17th!!  When placing your order for this Krafty Klubhouse Kit, you will get to pick out your choice of an $8 stamp from any of our lines....for FREE to be included with your order!

For those new to the Klubhouse Kits, there is NO club to join or sign up for! ANYONE from ANYWHERE in the world can order this special set but ONLY at the Kraftin’ Kimmie Stamps Shop.  These images will not be sold individually, but only as the complete set called…..FEATHERS AND FUR. 

Check out the links below because all these Krafty Girls have gorgeous previews to share, featuring all three of the new images! Then come on back tomorrow for more peeks combined with this week's challenge!