BOO

Catch the Bug (Bugaboo Stamps) was my first time being on a design team....let's go back about 6 years.  I learned a lot and made long lasting friends. Today, I decided to go back to this wonderful blog and join the Challenge #414: follow the template.  I used several Goofy Ghosts from Bugaboo. 

I designed this window in Inkscape many years ago.  It was one of my first svg creations.  It has also been one of my long time favorites that I still use at least twice a month.

A2, hearts die, fern punch, Lawn Fawn "BOO" stamp and matching die, copics for coloring and pop-ups for added dimension

I added a little full moon on the left card.

Birdbrain leaf raking time

Here I go again waiting till the last minute to finish my card...but it REALLY was a busy week for me.

Now to the card... I got too involved with the card...haha  I have the window open, a cat ready to pounce on the birds or leaves and a cat playing with a leaf in its mouth from leaves falling into the house because "someone" left the window open on this nice fall day!

The image is found at From The Heart Stamps called Raking Leaves Birdbrain.  For the challenge #85, it was to follow the sketch and/or twist...which was use a gate fold or make a window.  Yup, if you know me, I must make one card a month using my window...lol

A2, vertical fold, my window svg, leaf punch, MB cat dies, pop-ups for dimension on windows and embossing on window for more dimension

another view of front

Inside, used copics for all coloring, shading on birds and some leaves, and a Fiskars cloud punch with foam dot for dimension  I didn't want to do anymore to the puc since it is wonderful the way it is

Tweet Birdhouse

Our new neighborhood is only going to have 44 houses.  So far, there are only about 15 of us who have moved in.  My new friends ,Christian and wife Becky, will be moving-in in mid October.  Except for the red mud, it's quite interesting to watch the houses being built.  Anyhoooo, Becky loves kitty cats.  They have several "all indoor" gorgeous Maine Coons. Soooo...I made this card for Becky.

I used the adorable Tweet Birdhouses from Doodle Pantry.  I put so much decoration on the front, I decided not to do the same for the inside.  Looking back, I would doll the inside up and take a little off the front.

A2, my svg window, MB cat dies, branch die, curtain from Silhouette, pop-ups for dimension

Branch die, stitching on front base

Lacy Sunshine...Sit a SPELL

2nd posting today to meet deadline!  Oh My!

I am under the wire to post this card.  I'm having the best time with the wonderful Lacy Sunshine images.  This one is called Darina & Bardolph.  The Lacy Sunshine challenge #41 is to use a window.  Now if you know me, I LOVE making cards using my own window svg.


I used MB shutter, my window, copics, MS goo punch, pumpkin and spider punches.  And,I  Print and Cut the image leaving a shadow on my Silhouette.  (Bad grammar...sorry)  I'm in a hurry..haha

A2, vertical fold, IO grass die, pop-ups for dimension. embossing folder and chalking on the embossed area

Inside

Well behaved women rarely make history..

...quote from Laurel Thatcher!  Sometimes my friend and I have"pushed the envelop" on trying to get away with something...so I opted for this sentiment and will be sending her this card.  I won't name names...lol

Same two images from Dearie Dolls that I merged Thursday.  I haven't used my window in a long time so now was a good time to dust some off.  Again, I kept it CAS, quick and easy!

A2, my window file, zig zag punch, stitching, pop-ups, embossing folder, MB grass die

(inside) copics for shading and white pen for highlighting

A Celebration is in Order

The BBrat Girl from Bugaboo Stamps is one of the images I colored while hospital sitting my husband using some of my favorite Spring colors. Today I have the opportunity to enter into their Catch The Bug Bingo Challenge.  I'm leaving off the sentiment  until time to use.

Yup, I used my window and flower box svg.  The flower die is new from Memory Box. ( I use to love sitting in the living room window and then jumping out..that was right before air-conditioning was invented and we were the first on the block to get it.  From that point on my mother kept the windows shut...no more fun!)

A2 vertical, brick embossing folder, pop-ups, MS border punch, twine, liquid pearls

Challenges:
Twisted Thursday: The Outlawz: Use a window
Catch the Bug Challenge: Bingo (sewing, svg (my choice), and heart
Stamp and Create: Spring is coming
A Gem of a Challenge - Die Cuts & Punches

QKR Stampede - Anything goes

Pretty Little Ribbon Challenge #19 - Anything goes

Pennys Paper Crafty Challenge #114 - Your favorite colors
One Stitch at a Time - Make it Girly
Inky Impressions - Ribbon or Twine

Peace on Earth

It could also be a silent night. After the snow has fallen, do you notice how quiet, almost silent, the air is around you?   It's a wonderful, blissful feeling that comes over me each time.  Of course, the next day comes the children screaming and playing and the sound of snow shovels and snow blowers.  But for those first few hours after the snow has fallen, well, it's a wonderful quietness.

My brother and SIL live in Little Compton, RI...little beach community with woods and deer.  You can sit quietly, look out their window and see the deer.  A beautiful winter scene.

I made the window and the dimensional tree in Silhouette Studio.  I do not plan to change the tree into an svg, but it you have any type of Silhouette machine, just email me (don't ask in the comment box below because it does NOT give me your email) and I will be happy to send.

A2 size, wavvy crimper, stickles, pop-ups for dimension, Memory Box deer

side view to help see dimension

Inside of card

I See.......

(inside)
.... I'm having another bithday...Happy Birthday to me!!!
.... sunny days ahead.
.... warmer days ahead.
.... that you are on the road to recovery.
.... another birthday coming soon.
.... it's about time we get together.

As "ewe" can see, "I see" a lot of different occasions to use this card so I left the inside blank for right now.  Ain't "Detective Sheep" the cutest little Sherlock Holmes ever!  (snort!) He is one of this March's new releases at Doodle Pantry.

I created a tall (legal size) card. I made the window, flower box, inside fence and magnifying glass svgs.  I offered the window and flower box as a freebie several weeks ago.  The vines and grass are from Silhouette. The bird (Martha Stewart) and flowers are punches.  Look a little closer and you can see stitching border and teal pearls on the flowers. Spring is in the air. I also use "old and new" elements.

click on any picture to get a closer view

used lots of pop-ups for dimension....closer view of front

inside is blank for future use

The window and flower box are not available as a freebie.  You may purchase for $1.50 which includes 4 different sets of windows, including the flower box and an arch window with snow drippings. My contact info is in upper left hand corner.

Challenges:

Inspire Me Fridays - anything goes
The Pink Elephant - at least 3 layers
Paper Sundaes - Green or Good Luck

The Hybrid Chic - Lucky Green

Secret Crafter - Go For Green

Card Makin' Mamas - Green

Sassy Studio Designs - Green

Craft Your Passion Challenge: anything goes

Incy Wincy Designs: something old/new (old - embossing folder, paper and diecuts, new - image)
Paper Creations Ink - Spring is in the Air