My First Pop Up Card

I decided that I wanted to try a pop up card.  I hadn't made one yet, and decided that my Mom would really like one for Mother's Day.  I finished it yesterday, but I keep adding more embellishments onto it!  So, I had to finally decide that it was done, so I took the pictures.

 



 

I cut the flower pot freehand.  The flowers were made using the Sweet Treats Cricut Cartridge and some Papertrey Ink Dies.  I just used an oval paper punch to cut the leaves out.  A few buttons, some bling and butterflies finished it off.  There are lots of pop up dots.  So, the card, when folded, doesn't lay completely flat.  I think I will tie a bow around it to keep it shut.

 

A close up of the flower pot:

Supplies:

Stamps:  Dandelion Designs-Sentiment

Paper:  Bazzill, Echo Park, MME

Ink;  Memento, Colorbok

Misc:  Flower dies, paper punches, buttons, half pearls, pop up dots, Scor-pal, Cricut Sweet Treats Cartridge, Scor-Tape

 

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5 & Dime Mother's Day Card

 

 

 

Here is another card I made for my Mom for Mother's Day.  I used the October Afternoon 5 & Dime paper to make this card.  I made some little flowers out of buttons.  It was a pretty easy card to make, so not too many details to give you!

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Hero Arts-CL498

Paper:  Bazzill, October Afternoon, MME

Ink:  Versafine

Misc:  Buttons, embroidery cotton, ribbon, pop up dots, Nestabilities

 

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Mother's Day Card

 

It's kind of a dark dreary day here in Central Florida.  So, that's my excuse for the not very good picture of this card!

 

I made the flowers using my Cricut and the Sweet Treats cartridge.  The stems were stamped, fussy cut, then attached to the card with pop up dots.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Papertrey Ink-Flower Fusion#1 and Blooming Button Bits

Ink:  Memento, Versafine

Paper:  Bazzill, MME, Simple Stories, October Afternoon,

Misc:  Nestabilities, brads, pop up dots, buttons, Cricut, Sweet Treats cartridge

 

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Happy Birthday To My Big Sister!

I would like to thank everyone who has been expressing their support after the terror attack at the Boston Marathon yesterday.  While I was born in California and now live in Florida, I spent over 30 years living outside the Boston area.  I still consider it my "home".   My brother and father still live there.  Thankfully, Richard texted us right away to let us know he was ok, but it was a very tense 45 minutes before we found out that Dad was safe and sound, at home, taking a nap.  The Boston Marathon is more than just another marathon, it's a revered part of our history held on Patriots' Day, the day we commemorate the Battles of Concord and Lexington. These were the first battles of the American Revolution.   So, needless to say, my heart broke as I watched the videos, the injured being taken away, and heard of the deaths of Martin, Krystle, and third BU student.  However, I was proud when I watched the volunteers, EMS, the Boston Fire Department, the Boston Police Department and everyone else who ran towards the site to help the injured. Hopefully, that the suspects will be caught quickly and punished for this heinous act.  May God Bless the people of Boston and America.

 

This was the card I made for my sister for her birthday.  I haven't given it to her yet, I hope she doesn't see it before I do give it to her!  We are going to celebrate her birthday when we go to the Scrapbook Expo, whoo hoo, I'm excited!

 

It's nothing fancy, just a little stamping, coloring, punching and popping!

 

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  My Favorite Things-Jump For Joy and Big Greetings

Paper:  American Crafts, Bazzill

Ink:  Memento, Versafine

Misc:  Copics, buttons, ribbon, baker's twine, Nestabilities, pop up dots, paper punches, half pearls

 

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Better Late Then Never Easter Baskets!

So, I finally got my Easter baskets done!  With my work schedule, it feels like I'm constantly working and I only have enough time for sleep!  I hardly get any crafty time, which makes me sad.  But, after much thought, I have decided that working two jobs in the restaurant industry in the "tourist capital of Central Florida", is not for me.  I barely have time for myself and yet, not everyone understands how to tip their server.  So, all work, no pay, and no play makes me not a happy girl.  After much soul searching and advice from my bff and bsw (best sister in the world), I've decided to make a career change.  I have worked in the nursing and social work fields, my BA is in Sociology, but I'm ready for something different.  Now, I don't want to jinx it but telling you what it is as I'm in the process of applying for certification for this new career.  Let's just say that I'm will spending a lot of time studying for the tests to obtain for my state certification.  I'm excited about this as I will be able to do share my knowledge on some of my favorite subjects and have a somewhat normal schedule.  So, that is enough hints....I'll let you know when I have more information.

 

I love these little bunnies from the Purple Onion.  I stamped them, colored them, and paper pieced them.  The little fence was made using cork paper and the Sizzix Fence Die.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Purple Onion-All Cracked Up

Ink:  Memento

Paper:  American Crafts, Recollections, Bazzill

Misc:  Baker's twine, candy, paper shred, pop up dots, gusseted treat bags, Copics, Sizzix Fence Die

 

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Bunny Bags

 

Here are a few little bags I made to hold some Easter treats.  I used the small kraft lunch sacks that I had in my stash.  I made a little pattern to cut the top of the bag off.  Paper punches were used to create their faces.  The bags are stuff with some paper shred and a little candy.  Then to hold the bag closed, I just tied some baker's twine and a button to each ear.

 

Supplies:

Paper:  Bazzill, MME

Ink:  Colorbox

Misc:  Baker's twine, buttons, paper punches, white gel pen, black Sharpie pen, shred, candy, small kraft luch sacks

 

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Egg Bunnies

 

Happy St. Patrick's Day!  Here are some little Easter goodies that I made with some white plastic Easter eggs that I picked up at Hobby Lobby. 

 

The head/face was made using some paper punches.  I tied a ribbon around the center and added a button with some baker's twine.  The base is 3 hearts that I punched out, glued to together, and then attached the egg with some Scor-Tape.

 

For the tail, I just attached a white pom pom.

 

Inside holds a little bit of candy.

Supplies:

Paper:  Bazzill

Misc:  Paper punches, white shred, plastic Easter eggs, candy, ribbon, button, baker's twine, black Sharpie pen, pop up dots, white gel pen, pink chalk, white pom poms, Scor-Tape

 

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The Earth Laughs in Flowers

 

 

Hello everyone!  Just sharing a Pinterest inspired card that I made this morning.  I actually have a day off from both of my jobs, the sun is shining and the weather is cool.  This card actually took me longer than it should have, but I'm watching some Twilight Zones that I "dvr-ed" at the same time.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Papertrey Ink-Green Thumb

Ink:  Memento

Paper:  Bazzill, Crate Paper, American Crafts

Misc:  Washi tape, tags, button, baker's twine, pop up dots, Papertrey Ink Beautiful Blooms Die and Circle Die

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Catered Crop Star Gazing Recipe Swap

Today, I am participating in the Catered Crop Star Gazing Recipe Swap.  I made this card for my brother, for his birthday.

 

It was pretty easy to make, just a little stamping some die cutting and viola, it's done!  I always have problems with making masculine cards, so I am pleased that this one didn't come out "too girly".

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  My Favorite Things-Big Greetings

Ink:  Versafine

Paper:  October Afternoon, Bazzill

Misc:  My Favorite Things Star Die-Namics, Papertrey Ink Alphabet Die, pop up dots

 

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Sweetie Tilda Valentine

 

Well, I'm back to work full time at both of my jobs, boo hoo!  After the pain subsided from my surgery, I enjoyed being at home, crafting and watching tv!  Needless to say, I'm still finishing the Valentines that I started!  So, here is a Tilda easel card.  I'll put it away in my stash for next year.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Magnolia-Sweetie Tilda, Studio G-Sentiment

Ink:  Memento, Versafine

Paper:  American Crafts, Bazzill

Misc:  Heart doily, paper punches, pearls, Copics, pop up dots, Papertrey Ink Heart Border Die

 

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Heart Doily Treat Sacks

 

Here are some super quick heart doily treat sacks that I made.  All I did, was stitch around the doily with my sewing machine.  I left an opening about 3 inches long, stuffed them full of M&M's and then stitch the opening closed.  A quick simple tag tied on finished the project.

 

 

I originally wanted to fill them with the cinnamon red hearts, but I couldn't find them anywhere!  I went to Target, Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Publix, and Party City and no one had them.  But, the plain M&M's did the trick just fine.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Stampin Up-Sentiment

Ink:  Memento

Paper:  American Crafts, Bazzill

Misc:  Heart doilies, ribbon, Martha Stewart doily tags, paper punches, glitter, pop up dots

 

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Happy "Heart" Day

 

 

Good Morning!   Just a quick post before I have to get ready for work.  Valentine's Day is just 3 days away, and yes, I'm still working on my cards and treats!

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Studio G-Sentiment

Paper:  American Crafts, Colorbok, Bazzill

Ink:  Versafine

Misc:  Paper punches, ribbon, button, pom pom trim, baker's twine, My Favorite Things Scallop Border Die-Namics

 

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Love Is In The Air

 

I wish this picture came out better.  I took the pictures, and then gave the cards away, so I couldn't re-take them.  They are just simple Valentine cards that I made using some of  my crocheted hearts.

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Papertrey Ink-Heart 2 Heart #11

Ink:  Versafine

Paper:  Bazzill, unknown cloud paper

Misc:  Baker's twine, mini clothespins, crocheted hearts

 

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Davey Turns 21!

 

My nephew/favorite Soldier turns 21 this week!  I can't believe how old he is!  I decided to make him a special Soldier birthday card to commemorate this special day.  He is currently stationed in Texas doing his training.

 

My Soldier stands 9 inches tall.  He was made with a variety of paper punches and Nestabilities.  The cupcake is one of my favorite Sizzix red dies.  The 21 was made using the Cricut Sweet Treats Cartridge.

 

Supplies:

Stamps: My Favorite Things-Big Greetings (inside card)

Ink:  Versafine

Paper:  Bazzil, Karen Foster Designs, Colorbok

Misc:  Paper punches, Nestabilities, pop up dots, black Sharpie pen, alphabet stickers, Sizzix Cupcake Die, Cricut Sweet Treats Cartridge

 

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Whoo Hoo, More Valentines!

 

Happy Superbowl Sunday!  I am spending the day at my sister's house.  It's our 2nd Annual Superbowl Sunday Craftapalooza!  We are crafting all day while watching movies then the game tonight.    We always have a good time together.

 

Here are two more Valentine's I made.  I really like this paper pad from American Crafts.  It's called "With Love".  I've been using it a lot!  I got it at Target.

 

 

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Papertrey Ink-Friendship Jar Spring Fillers

Ink:  Memento

Paper:  Bazzill, American Crafts

Misc:  Doily, baker's twine, Nestabilities, button

 

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Lace Heart

 

This is one of those cards that I really wish you could see in person.  The pictures do not due them justice at all.  I made some free standing lace hearts on the embroidery machine.    The card base is 5 1/2 inches by 5 1/2 inches, so the heart is a pretty good size.  I made some little paper roses, added some pearl spray and some paper punched leaves.    I also realized that I don't really have very many Valentine's Day stamps, so I have to keep using this little from the Papertrey Ink set, Friendship Jar Spring Fillers.

 

Here is a close up:

 

Supplies:

Stamps:  Papertrey Ink-Friendship Jar Spring Fillers

Ink:  Martha Stewart

Paper:  MME, Bazill

Misc:  Paper punches, pearl sprigs, free standing lace embroidery heart, ribbon, buttons

 

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