Apple Cider Thanksgiving

Fall really is my favorite time of year - I just love the colors and textures associated with this season. Of course, I then fell in love with Imaginisce's new designer paper called 'Apple Cider' when I saw it at the Creating Keepsakes convention in Charlotte. I have used a selection of papers from that collection on my card today and paired it with Stampin'Up!s Chocolate chip cardstock. The fine details are TPC Studios fall 'gems', Paper leaves from Recollections, Michaels Chocolate satin ribbon and a small scallop border punch. The main label was cut with my Cricut Lacy Labels cartridge (again!).

This card is a contribution for Taylored Expressions sketch challenge from last Friday :




Enjoy!



Stamps : Hero Arts (Thanksgiving set from 2009)
Paper : SU! Chocolate Chip, PTI Vintage Cream, Imaginisce Apple Cider DP
Ink : VersaMagic Chalk ink - Gingerbread
Accessories : Small scallop border punch, Cricut Lacy Labels cartridge, Paper leaves from Recollections, TPC Studios Fall gems, Michaels Chocolate satin ribbon

Razzleberry Cupcakes (TESC126)

These cute little cupcakes were created using a $1 stamp from 'g Studio' stamps at Michaels! I've said it before, but I'll say it again - I LOVE a bargain, especially when it comes to stamping supplies!

The die cut label behind the cupcakes was cut using my new Cricut Lacy Labels cartridge. It is such a versatile cartridge and cuts wonderful tight mats behind the main label. The patterned paper is from the Razzleberry patterns last year at Stampin'Up! I think Razzleberry is one of my favorite colors.

And finally the card was based on the Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge from last Friday. Here's a look at the layout :



Thanks for dropping in!


Stamps : g Studios (cupcakes), Stampin'Up! (sentiment)
Paper : SU! Rich Razzleberry and Razzleberry DP, PTI White
Ink : VersaFine Onyx Black, SU! Basic Black
Accessories : Cricut Lacy Labels cartridge, Spica Glitter Marker, Prismacolor pencils

Pink Birthday Cake

On Saturday we went to a birthday party for a one year old girl. When I checked my stock of cards all I had were little boy cards, so I used the Taylored Expressions sketch to create this cute little pink one. (Please excuse the dark quality of the photo - I was taking it at the end of the day and could not get the light quite right.)

Here's the sketch I was working from :



Thanks for stopping by!



Stamps : Whipper Snapper (Cake), Inkadinkado (sentiment)
Paper : SU! Melon Mambo, PTI White, DCWV Nanas Kids Stack DP
Ink : Memento Tuxedo Black
Accessories : PrismaColor pencils, Copic Markers, American Crafts number sticker, SU! Scallop border punch, SU! scallop circle punch, White gel pen

'Taylored' Hydrangea

A couple of weeks ago we planted a new flower border in our backyard which included a hydrangea. Unfortunately it does not seem to be settling in too well - partly, I think, due to the fact that it is in full sun for most of the day and you are supposed to put them in part-shade! Ah well, this beauty on my card is not going to die on me.....!!

For my layout I used last Friday's Taylored Expressions sketch challenge. Here's a look at the sketch :



Thanks for dropping in!



Stamps : SU! (Sentiment and flower)
Paper : SU! True Thyme, PTI White, K&Co DP
Ink : VersaColor Bamboo, VersaMagic Chalk Pixie Dust and Malted Mauve
Accessories : Basic Grey Ribbon, SU! Scallop Border Punch

Be Strong Butterflies

For the Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge this week (TESC116) I decided to turn the sketch 90 degrees. I also used a new Verve stamp that came in the mail this week. Julee at Verve is awesome - she only processed the order on Tuesday and I had my stamps by Thursday afternoon!!!

Here is the sketch :



Have a great weekend!


Stamps : Verve
Paper : SU! Chocolate Chip and Cream, Basic Grey Nook and Pantry DP
Ink : VersaMagic Chalk Ink Jumbo Java
Accessories : Marvy Medium and Small circle punches, EKSuccess Small butterfly punch, KaiserKraft Pearls, Ribbon from Archivers Hot Spot

Napping Bear

First of all, let me apologize for the dark photo. I do not have a light box like some of you girls(!) and I have to make do with the natural light from my kitchen window. Over the last few days here in NC it has been quite cloudy and rainy so not much brightness in my window!

This cute little bear is from Elzybells in the UK. They have such a great selection of whimsical stamps for all occasions. I used a combination of some Basic Grey Nook and Pantry DP and some MME Home DP. I colored him using PrismaColors and blending with baby oil.

My card is also a submission for the Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge. Check out Taylors Blog for the sketch diagram.

Here's hoping that the sun comes back soon so my photos will be lighter!!!



Stamps : Elzybells (Bear), SU! (Sentiment)
Paper : SU! Chocolate Chip, PTI White, Basic Grey Nook and Pantry DP, MME Home DP
Ink : VersaFine Onyx Black, SU! Chocolate Chip
Accessories : SU!/Sizzix Scallop Circle Die, Marvy Circle Punch, Making Memories Buttons, SU! Small Oval punch

Blue Raspberry Thankyou

Good morning everyone!

My card today is based on the Taylored Expression sketch challenge #113. I used Deja View Blue Raspberry DP and a gStudios dollar stamp from Michaels. Don't you just love it when you get a great deal??!

Here's the sketch from Taylor :




If you want to try to enter a card yourself, check out Taylored Expressions Blog (you have 2 more days before submissions close).

Thanks for dropping in and checking out my creations!


Stamps : gStudios (flower), MSE (sentiment)
Paper : SU! Chocolate Chip, PTI White, Deja Views Blue Raspberry DP
Ink : VersaFine Onyx Black. SU! Basic Black
Accessories : Marvy Circle Punch, EKSuccess border punch, PrismaColor Pencils

Taylored PinkRed Verve (TESC112)

You would not believe the hassle I had coming up with my card for the Taylored Expressions Sketch Challenge last night. I think was trying to make it too complicated and in the end I went with something really simple.....! : )

The patterned paper is from the K&Co Madeline Collection. It's on sale in ACMoore right now - they are having a huge sale due to renovations in their scrapbooking department. Go check it out if you have chance.

I don't have any Taylored Expressions stamps but I'm on a real Verve kick right now - I just love their Plain Jane Scripture Verses.

Here is a look at Taylor's sketch this week :



Thanks for stopping by!
Sarah

Stamps : Verve
Paper : PTI (Olive), SU! (Red Riding Hood, Cream)
Ink : Staz-on Black, VersaColor Pigment Burgundy
Accessories : Small Scallop border punch, Marvy Circle Punch, Prima Flower, Sponge, Basic Grey Brad (Eva collection)