A bit of {ippity} goodness...

and a pretty color combination brought to you by the Play Date Cafe!   I dug deep into my bag of scraps to find this pretty piece of chatterbox paper, added 4 different {ippity} sets (okay, one of them technically isn't a "set") and came up with this design.  Can you tell which {ippity} sets I used?

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Thanks for stopping by, hope you have a wonderful weekend!  Till next time...

Warm weather, Here I come!

Hello everyone, so excited here in snowy New Jersey cause I'm packing for my trip to CHA.  Just checked the weather in Los Angeles and it looks like it's gonna be in the mid 70's!  Leaving tomorrow morning and will be in Sunny California for a whole week - OMGosh, I can't wait!!!   Anyways....this week I have a couple cards to share with you: First off a Get Well card made based on this week's sketch at Get Sketchy.  Stamps are from the   "How You Doin?" and "Now and Always" sets.  Basic Grey papers, a button, twine and a few Dew Drops finish it off:

Next is a card based on the first two weeks of the Ippity challenge combined:  the sketch and color combination  challenges.  The sentiment is from the Regal Greetings set and the image is from the "Cherish Your Dreams" set.    I also used "Dots For Sure" on the background.  A felt border, ribbon and a button finish it off along with a bit of aging with Walnut stain distress ink.

If you're interested in any of the stamp sets featured here (or any of the other fabulous {ippity} sets, they are all available through my sales site, Stamp{ippity}. 

The full listing of hop participants can be found here.

Thanks for stopping by, till next time...

Rest and relaxation

Nothing like getting away for some good old R&R to recharge your batteries...was hard coming back to reality!  (my reality right now is a van load of stuff I have to unpack and put away...yuck!)  So, during camp I worked on several projects that I printed up ahead of time, using some templates from "My Time Made Easy"  - super fun, easy to follow directions and adorable designs, I had a blast making them!  First is a tool box that can be used to hold a variety of things - how cute would this be as a scrappy present filled with adhesives, or other tools? (it's surprisingly sturdy!)   I used the flower from the Now and Always set, and finished it up with some Echo Park paper and a felt border .

Next is a cute little gift box with a wavy, slip cover top - super cute design!  I decorated it with some MME paper, lovely trim and a button and made a tag with the Happy Birthday stamp from Life's Little Moments.  

The list of hop participants can be found on the ippity blog as always, The stamp sets used (as well as many other sets and tools to make your life easier) are available for purchase on my {ippity} site.   thanks for stopping by, till next time...

Wooohoooo for Fridays!

Hello everyone, happy Friday!!!  Welcome to another FWF!  Yesterday evening I went up to my scrap room with full intentions to complete a brand new project for today, but unfortunately, I wasn't feeling it and now I have 4 different cards, partially completed, sitting on my desk, waiting for inspiration to strike.  ah well, maybe the weekend will bring a bit of mojo!  So, this morning, I scoured through my computer, looking for something I hadn't posted as yet on my blog.  Here we go, First, a simple little card using the leaves from the "Where You Should be" set and the sentiment from the "Life's Little Moments" set. I was busy with my heat gun on this one, the sentiment, the bronze edge and the leaves are all embossed.

Next is a simple little CAS card with some Pebbles, Inc. paper, the sentiment from the "Now and Always" set and a glimmery sheer ribbon.

Thanks for stopping by, have fun on the rest of the hop and enjoy your weekend!

Full listing of FWF participants can be found...Here!

The stamps used on these cards (and many more) are available for purchase...Here!

Till next time...

Monday? Already?

Wow, where did the weekend go?  I can't believe it's Monday once again!  A quick H{ippity} hop post this morning with an altered frame I made for a friend, using the "Now and Always" set and the "Devoted" set.   My Mind's Eye paper, stickle, paint, buttons and lace (and a bit of sanding)  finish off this project.

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I just can't wait to see it hit 50!

As always, the full list of wonderful participants can be found on the {ippity} blog!

Delightful Friday

And another Friday is upon us, with another fantastic FWF lineup, as always!  This week I have a card to share using a quote from The "Delightful Little Things" ippity set and the Butterfly from the "Now and Always" set.  All patterned paper from Basic Grey, and this EK Success border punch is my newest addiction - I just can't seem to get bored with this pretty little scallop.  Thanks for stopping by and have fun on your quest for the blinkie!  Your next stop on the hop is Jennine and the full list of participants can be found Here!

Where did the weekend go?

Wow, that flew by fast, I can't believe it's time for another h{ippity} hop!  I have a few cards to share today - the first one was based on this week's Unscripted Sketches challenge.  I used  5 different paper manufacturers on this card: Jeni Bowlin, Basic Grey, Fancy Pants, Making Memories and My Minds Eye.  Stamps are from the "Now and Always set as well as the "Just Wanted to Say" set.  The ribbon came off a birthday present for my daughter's boyfriend.

This next card was based on my sketch at Buffalo Stamps and Stuff for this week.  Papers are from Fancy Pants Designs.  I did a delicate background on the label with the scroll from the "Now and Always" set, and used the leaves from that set as well.  Once again , I used a sentiment from the "Just Wanted to Say" set - and I still haven't gotten bored with my new Sizzix rose die :)

Your next stop is Sarah's blog!  And, as always, the entire amazing inspiring list of bloggers is on the ippity bog!  Thanks for stopping by and thanks for all your wonderful sweet comments, they really make my Monday brighter!

Friends with Flair Friday!

Good Morning everyone and welcome to another FWF! This week I have 2 cards to share with you. The first is a CAS card I made for the Castastic challenge this week, which was to use buttons. Super simple and quick, I used a strip of American Crafts patterned paper, some swiss dot embossed white cardstock, a bit of ribbon and a button. The sentiment is from the "Now and Always" {ippity} set. I added a bit of shading with some sponged distress inks. 5 minutes and it's done!

Next is a card based on this week's sketch (#58) at Unscripted sketches. I just loved this sketch and had a blast making this card. Paper is from October Afternoon, the frame is a Technique Tuesday tile that I covered with distress embossing powder. (2 coats) then sponged a bit of vintage photo here and there. I used 5 separate {ippity} kits on this card, can you tell which ones?

Thanks for stopping by, I'm off on my road trip to Buffalo as soon as I get out of work - 7 hour drive, but so worth it! Have fun in your search for the secret blinkie...it's hidden somewhere on one of the blogs listed at the Unity Blog!

JUGS!

Otherwise known as the "Just Us Girls" Challenge. I used their sketch #36 as inspiration for this card. Paper from October Afternoon (love it!) Stamps are from the {ippity} set, Now and Always. The flower was stamped on grungepaper, colored with distress inks and layered. A bit of shimmer was added with some Rock Candy. The spiral accents were made with twine and some ribbon stiffner, then coiled. Thanks for stopping by, see you tomorrow!

Let's Hop!

Happy Monday everyone, hope you all had a fantastic weekend! Mine was a bit crazy with a lot of running...I just got today's card pulled together this morning! I started out with this weeek's sketch from Our Creative Corner. I used October Afternoon papers and stamps from the following {ippity } kits: Season of Joy, the Simple Things, Now and Always and Where you Should Be. I just love the way these {ippity} sets pair up so well together! A bit of lace, some ribbon, buttons and glossy accents provided the finishing touches. Thanks for stopping by and thanks for your comments, I truly appreciate the time you take to leave a few words! The full hop listing can be found at the {ippity} blog .

My {ippity} stamp special continues...purchase any set that I have in stock from the Fall, 2009 collection or the Winter, 2010 collection and get a free card kit with a 6x6 paper set and embellishments!

Hello, Hello!

...and a happy Monday to you! I woke up this morning determined to start off the week with a smile on my face and a jump in my step - I'm hoping it will carry over to the rest of the week :) Countdown to my daughter's wedding continues: T minus 13 days and counting. Still not sure what I'm wearing, but hoping it all gets ironed out this week! (or else I'm in trouble, LOL) Anyways, you're probably here for the h{ippity} hop, so let's get down to it. My first card showcases the Now and Always set, using the inside of one of the flowers with some paper piecing and the scroll stamp. The sentiment is from The Simple Things set. Paper is from My Mind's Eye and the card is finished off with a bit of glossy accents in the center of the flowers and a bit of silk ribbon.




The next card showcases the Season of Joy, A bit of Burlap and Regal Greetings sets. The paper is from the EverAfter line by Cosmo Cricket. I'm pretty sure the Bit of Burlap is going to become a staple on my craft table. I might as well just keep it mounted on it's own block and keep it out, considering how often i reach for it!

Thanks so much for stopping by, your visits go a long way in keeping my smile bright! Take a moment and stop by my Stamp{ippity} site and be sure to click on the sets to get a more detailed view of these fabulous stamps!

Full hop participant listing can be found on the {ippity} blog. Your next stop on the hop is Andrea's Blog!