PPC Specialty Challenge #6 - Easter!

Good Morning Friends!
It's time for another "Specialty Challenge" over at Picture Perfect Creations....this one is "EASTER." I decided to make a super quick card, which in my opinion, is very easy to duplicate, especially when you have a HUGE family like mine! Don't you just love that it's only one piece of cardstock, along with one piece of ribbon!? I also CASE'd this card from the lovely Angie Juda over at Chic 'n Scratch. Hope you like it! :)

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: Easter Blooms
Paper: Very Vanilla
Ink: So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Early Espresso
Tools: Sponge Dauber
Accessories: 5/8" Certainly Celery Satin Ribbon
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Our new and super talented DT members have come up with some gorgeous creations, so be sure to check out their blogs, as well! We'll continue to feature each member on the blog, too. We can't wait to see your Easter creation...don't forget to link it back to the PPC Challenge Blog, too!
xoxoxo

PPC-CC #55

Good Monday Morning!
I'm back with another color combo challenge from PPC! Like always, I love the colors this week -- they were screaming 'spring flowers'!  Be sure you head on over to PPC to enter in our challenge...we'd love to see your creations!

My Card Creation:

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: Baby Blossoms
Paper: Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla, Not Quite Navy, Garden Green
Ink: So Saffron, Riding Hood Red
Tools: Build a Blossom Punch
Accessories: 5/8" So Saffron Grosgrain Ribbon (SU! SAB Retired)
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Hope you liked it...be sure to head on over to PPC today to check out our NEW DT and their creations! Have a good one!

SP Design Team Call

I've really been wanting to branch out a bit with my crafty creations, so when I saw the DT call over at SPCC/SP & Company Stamps, I knew I just had to apply! The last day to apply is today, so be sure to get there and do it...I know, I know...I wait till the last minute! ;)

Now SP & Company Stamps is: 'Sami's exclusive stamps are high quality photopolymer clear stamps. Every stamp is designed by her, Samantha Strachan Peyton. She is am a stamp lover, and her collection of stamps was designed with her fellow stamp addicts in mind. The stamps are made in the USA. The stamp materials and packaging materials are all made in the USA. These stamps are not just any other clear stamps, they are some of the BEST clear stamps on the market today. They pick up ink beautifully and leave a great impression. Plus, they are clear so you can see exactly where you are stamping. You will need an acrylic block with these stamps. More great designs will be added on a regular basis, so make sure to follow the SP blog so you don't miss a thing!'

I don't have any of Sami's stamps yet but plan on making my first order sometime this week! Her stamps are so original, fun and creative...I can't wait to use them!

When applying for the DT, Sami asks that you create a card using the color blue! So simple--I love this color, anyway. I've had some extra time lately, so I created two cards. Go here to apply!

Here are my creations:

I just LOVEEEE punch art...so I came across this cute lil' froggie that I had to CASE! :)

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: All Holidays
Paper: Baja Breeze, Not Quite Navy, Old Olive, Whisper White, Kiwi Kiss (SU! Retired)
Ink: Not Quite Navy, Old Olive
Markers: Old Olive
Tools: Cricut Machine (used for my ovals -- I don't have any of those punches yet.), 1" Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Two-Step Owl Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Sponge Dauber, 3-D Dimensionals
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And my second card:

I made about 25 of these cards for Stampin' Up!'s Regional SWAP in Hartford, CT, but unfortunately, at last minute, I couldn't attend because of a stomach bug. Oh well... Hope you like it!

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: Bring on the Cake
Paper: Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Pear Pizzaz
Ink: Stazon Black
Markers: Marina Mist, Pear Pizzaz, Daffodil Delight
Tools: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Extra Large Star Punch, Corner Rounder Punch, 3-D Dimensionals
Accessories: 1/8" Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon
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Chat soon!

PPC-CC has a new DT!!!

Oh-my-goodness...was it sooo hard to make our decisions for our new DT at PPC!!! Thank you so much to all of you that applied and partipated in our DT Call. We truly appreciate it and our challenge blog would be nothing without you!! Instead of picking two DT members, we decided on four new and extremely talented faces for you to love! :)

We are SOOO thrilled to welcome the newest four DT members to PPC!

Leanne Elliott

Linda A.

Michele

&

Lesley

And of course, a lovely Welcome Back to

Lori, Tamie & Paula!

We're all so very excited and are really looking forward to working with all of you crafty ladies! These next six months are gonna be great! Wooohooo!!! :) Next week we'll be featuring each new DT member with a little bio, picture and creation so be sure to come back!

Congrats again and thank you all so much!

Happy Crafting!

PPC-CC #54

Hi All,
Just a quick PPC-Color Combo post today, as I have lots on my 'To-Do' list! And it's my wonderful Mom's birthday...Happy Birthday Mom--Love you soo much!!  Anyway, I just loved working with these colors this week...and let me tell you, I'm really not a 'pink' fan! lol

My PPC Creation:

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Card Size: 4-1/4 x 5-1/2

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.

Stamps: Bring on the Cake, Vintage Vogue

Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White, Blushing Bride, Melon Mambo

Ink: Blushing Bride, Melon Mambo

Tools: Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Beautiful Wings Embosslit, Top-Note Die 

Accessories: 5/8" Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Pearls
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Be sure to check in with us at PPC this Wednesday, as we'll be revealing our newest DT members!
Have a great day!



PPC-CC #53

Welp, its that time of week again -- Happy 'Manic' Monday! Although, I like to say my Monday's are very rarely manic. :) I seem to be enjoying them more and more lately, now that I have the day off! The day starts with some cleaning and exercise then coffee, blogging, and Tayton time! Not too shabby, eh??! The only downfall, is that I'm off to work Tuesday and Wednesdays. Oh well...gotta take some good with the bad, I guess.

So this week's color combo at Picture Perfect Creations was DEF a tough one for me! The colors aren't so ordinarly seen together too often...does that make any sense?? An so funny how I say this, as I'm the one who came up with the combo! lol But anyway, here ya go!

My Card Creation:

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.

Stamps: Punch  Bunch, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Paper: Chocolate Chip, Pacific Point, Real Red, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip DSP (SU! Retired), Pacific PointDSP (SU! Retired)
Ink: Pacific Point

Tools: Scallop Circle Punch, Extra Large Scallop Circle Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Word Window Punch, Scallop Trim Border, 3-D Dimensionals
Accessories: 1/4" Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon
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That's all for today, my friends! Be sure to head on over to PPC to check out all the DT Creations and make sure you enter, as well! And don't forget, you have till Thursday, March 31st to apply for our DT Creators Position! Have a great day!



PPC-CC Specialty Challenge #5: "Show Us Your Creative Space!"

Well hello my friends! This week's challenge at PPC is another Specialty Challenge for us and we're throwing a bit of a twist on it. Instead of make something crafty, you must ''Show Us Your Creative Space!"

We all absolutely LOVE to see where everyone likes to get crafty! There are so many different "spaces" out there and a lot of neat and funky ideas for storage, and space, and organization!

Before I show you my Creative Stuido, let me just explain a few things first...My space is my old bedroom as a teenager in my parent's house...notice the bright colors?! lol Guhh! I HATE the color pink now and would do anything to change it, but won't at this time anyway. haha  I am currently living in my parent's in-law apartment and they were so VERY nice to allow me to keep that room for all of my crafty things. And let me tell you that I am ecstatic about it! There would be NO room for the amount of crafty stuff I have in my apartment!! Also, there are a few other 'junk' related type things in the room, like some of my stuff from when I was younger that I really don't have room for in my apartment, either. And you may notice Tayton's pack-n-play in there, as well. :) He like to keep me company when I get crafty...but shh! please don't tell his daddy that! hehehe I was hoping to get more cleaning done this past weekend, but the stomach bug hit us all here and we're just getting over. Sorry for the clutter and mess...this is the best you're gonna get now! lol

So without further ado, here is my Creative Studio! ENJOY!!! :)

Here is where I do my blogging, of course! :) I also store all of my Stampin' Up! Cardstock and Ribbons here with a few other odds and ends. The wooden table, paper organizer, ribbon holders and shelves were all made by my wonderful hubby, Tim! :)

This is were my Big Shot and Cricut Die-Cutting Machines are kept and the drawers hold paper scraps and whatnot. Above that is my ink holder and to the right is my bulletin board with a few of my favorite creations.

My Stampin Up! wooden stamp storage...

And lastly, this is were I create and get crafty!!! :) I have all of my punches at hand for me, and my paper-cutter is off to the right-side of the table (not shown). All of my clear mount stamps and a few more punches are stored in the wooden box on the wall. Big thanks to my hubby for making that for me, too! :)

Welp, there you are! There's my messy Creative Studio! Hope you enjoyed the tour! One of these days, I'll really get it cleaned it...I promise! hehehe 

Now what are you waiting for!? We wanna see your Creative Space and be sure to post it and share it with us at PPC! And don't for get about our DT Call....you still have till March 31st to apply if you haven't already done so. Have a great day!

xoxoxo

PPC-CC #52

Happy Monday Bloggers!
I come with another great color combo from PPC!

My Card Creation:

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Card Size: 4-1/4 x 4-1/4
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: Punch Bunch
Paper: Elegant Eggplant, Always Artichoke, Tangerine Tango, Very Vanilla
Markers: Elegant Eggplant, Always Artichoke, Tangerine Tango
Tools: Big Shot, Scallop Square Die, Scallop Circle Punch, Corner Rounder Punch, 1-3/8 Circle Punch, 3D Dimensionals
Accessories: Always Artichoke Seam Binding
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And did you know...we are still holding our PPC DT Call! For those who have already made a submission these last couple weeks, you are good to go! For those who feel they have what it takes to be a PPC Creator, please make a card with this week's color combo and put "DT" behind your name on your link (ie: Sally-DT). The DT Call will run till the end of the month, March 31st. Thanks! :)

Toodles!

PPC-CC #51!

Good Morning!
We're back at it again this week at PPC-CC with another great color combo!! And I must say, this combo was definitely harder than usual to work with!

My Card Creation:

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Card Size: 5-1/2 x 4-1/4

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise stated.
Stamps: Party Hearty
Paper: Baja Breeze, Poppy Parade, More Mustard, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede
Markers: Soft Suede, Poppy Parade
Tools: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Scallop Circle Punch, Extra Large Scallop Circle Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Paper Piercer
Accessories: 5/8" Baja Breeze Striped Ribbon (SU! Retired)
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Be sure to check out the rest of the DT's creations and leave them each a bit of cheer on their projects! Can't wait to see your creation!

PPC Blog Anniversary Winners!

Hi Friends!
Thank you all for sharing in our First Anniversary at PPC Blog! We were thrilled to see the turn-out and partipation!

To those of you who have blog hopped around the DT, we have our prize winners!! 

Lori's Blog - Cynthia
Megan's Blog - Linda
Paula's Blog - Kathy Mc
Tamie's Blog - Kathy Mc

Congrats Ladies! Please contact each blog owner with your mailing address so that you can receive your prize!