Hey Baby, Baby!

Where have YOU been? Oh you mean, where have I been? Great question - my adorable, sweet hubby shared his horrible respiratory germs with me and I have been sick, sick, sick!

We had an all-day volleyball tournament Saturday; one of the most miserable days I can remember in a long time; I just sat there like a bump on a log; don't think I spoke more than 20 words the entire time we were there. Certainly wasn't very sociable either!

But I'm feeling better and I have things to do - life just does not stop when you are sick and particularly when you have 3 active babes.

A co-worker asked me to make a baby card for her new little grandson, so this is what I came up with. I used Karen's latest sketch once again - that's twice in 2 weeks! :D Her sketches always rock!!

The papers are from My Mind's Eye; some sponging, lots of layering, a new Martha Stewart punch makes an appearance on the inside as well as another little "Baby, Baby" stamp from Ladybug Crafts Ink. Gosh, I just love these images for baby cards! So versatile!

Thanks for stopping by; see you again soon!

... babies are for snuggling ...




Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Ladybug Crafts Ink Baby Baby
Papers: Copic Xpress Paper, PTI Dark Chocolate, Kraft, Spring Rain
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa
Accessories: nesties, Copics

Praying for you Grandmother...

A friend from work asked me to make a card for her grandmother who isn't doing well and isn't expected to make it. :(  Breaks my heart, but of course I wanted to make the card for her.

Her grandmother loves purple, flowers and is a strong Christian so I tried to add those things in there - really focusing on the purple.

A tough card to make and I was so surprised how little purple DP I have!!! I mean VERY, VERY LITTLE but I did the best I could.

The flower is made with Papertreyink dies and a paperback book; I inserted a pearl into the center and edged it with Dusty Concord distress ink. I also edged the inside portion with the same ink. I cut two banners for the sentiments, "Praying for you" and "Grandmother". The inside says "Thank you...for the difference you've made in my life.".

Thanks for stopping by - hope you're having a great week!

Hugs, ~M.





WHAT'S IT TAKE?
Stamps:  Verve Visual Forever in our Hearts
Papers:  PTI Vintage Cream, Royal Velvet, DP by Basic Grey
Ink:  Dusty Concord Distress Ink, Chai Tea Dye Ink
Accessories: BG pearl, PTI Beautiful Bloom dies, paperback book, nesties

Hambo Hoedown - Bailey

This week, we have all made cards for the amazing cause: Send a Smile 4 Kids and we're using the most adorable little digi doggy - Bailey! Seriously - cuteness oozing out of that little doggy, don't you agree?

Watch for the Send a Smile 4 Kids post on January 21 of how you can join this outstanding cause!

The layout is another great sketch from Karen - The Sweetest Things. Instead of the panel down the middle, I used a heart doily which I spritzed with chocolate and pink glimmer mist, so very sparkly IRL! I colored little Bailey with Copics and used a 3D glaze black pen for the collar; some fun zig zag stitching, straight stitching and delightful Valentine papers from Bo Bunny.

Thanks for stopping by; hope you'll play along with us!

Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Hambo Stamps

Papers: Neenah White, PTI Pure Poppy, DP by Bo Bunny
Ink: NONE!
Accessories: nesties, Copics, white gel pen, doily, misc. ribbon, Janome Sew Mini

Also, Hambo Stamps is currently have a DT call - you can get all the deets HERE and last, but not least, we are having a customer inclusive Blog Hop: "Green Eggs and ... Hambo!" on Friday, January 27. We'd love to have you join us, just e-mail Judy at hambodesignteam@gmail.com if you'd like to participate. Deadline to  sign up is TODAY - January 18, 2012.

Flip Flops & Bows!

This week Sue has chosen a nice and easy challenge for us - 

Bows

any sort of bow is good, in whatever you like - lace, ribbon, twine - as long as it's tied in a bow, it counts!

A pretty CAS card; not too many layers, a little embossing, some coloring and that's it! Love me some big ole loopy bows!  :D

Hope you'll join us, remember you have 2 full weeks to play along!

PS - did you see THIS? I'm running with a great group of people no doubt!  :D Anita is one of my former design sisters and I've admired Denise FOREVER!! AND to top it off? Yep, that's another image by Ladybug Crafts Ink - Baby, Baby!!! Thanks Karen!

Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Ladybug Crafts Ink Shoes N Bags
Papers: GKD Cream,PTI Dark Chocolate, Kraft, Berry Sorbet, DP by MME
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, VersaMagic Sweet Pea
Accessories: Copics, Verve Visual Die, swiss dots embossing folder, PTI Hawaiian Shores ribbon, chocolate baker's twine

Lexi's Creations - Anything Goes
Let's Ink It Up - Anything Goes
PanPastel UK Challenge - Anything Goes

What's Up Chick?

It might be the middle of January but boy  have we had spring-like weather! Well, except for those few days this week that it got below freezing - we saw a bit of snow and our heater went out - but alas, temps are back up to the high 40's today.  W@@T, W@@T - love it!

Of course, I couldn't resist using this little chick in a bath to ask "What's up chick?". Image and sentiment are from Hambo Stamps.

I used the layout from MFT stamps (except for the flag, I don't have any tiny little flags that would work. Papers are from MME of course, some fun Copic coloring, a white gel pen, great die from MFT Stamps, I added glossy accents to the water and bubbles and that's it. Simple, yet fun!

... birds need a bath too ...

Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Hambo Stamps

Papers: GKD White, PTI Berry Borbet, DP by MME
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, VersaMagic Wheat & Sweet pea
Accessories: nesties, Copics, white gel pen, sponging, MFT Stamps die

Baby, Baby - girl style

Remember THIS card? As I mentioned, we are having a joint baby shower at work this week - one couple is having a boy - the other a girl. Now I'm here to show you the baby girl card - OK, can I just say it is SO MUCH FUN to add bling to a girl card? Baby boys are great - we have a little red-head that I think is a total gem, but seriously, I just think girl stuff is so cute - their clothes, bows, hats, tights, etc. :-/

Anyway, here's the card with lots of bling and LOTS of layers! That carriage is layered 3 times; the very bottom layer is the lower portion of the carriage in which I added white polka dots to; then 2 more layers for the rest with the "hood" part mounted with dimensionals for mega 3D effect.

BTW, I LOVE this Baby, Baby set from Ladybug Crafts Ink - all the images are soooo adorable AND all rubber images are 1/2 off this month!

The layout is Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge #149 - delightful layout. Of course I used more MME paper which I love so much; I thought it turned out pretty cute. Hope the parents-to-be like their cards.

And thanks for popping in - so good to see you! Happy hump day!!

... babies are so cuddly and sweet...

Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Ladybug Crafts Ink Baby Baby
Papers: GKD White, PTI Berry Sorbet and Sweet Blush, DP by MME 
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, VersaMagic Sweet Pea
Accessories: nesties, Copics, organza ribbon heated to crinkle, dimensionals, white gel pen, sponging, misc. sparkly gems

Papertake Weekly Challenge

Baby, baby - boy style

This week at work we are having a joint baby shower; one couple is having a boy - the other a girl. Up first, the boy card I made. I used Jen's January 2012 Sketch For You To Try - great layout!

More fabby papers from MME, some coloring, layering and that's it. Love how it turned out!

Have a great week!


Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Ladybug Crafts Ink Baby Baby
Papers: GKD Ivory, PTI Hawaiian Shores and Dark Chocolate, DP by MME
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, VersaMagic Sahara Sand
Accessories: nesties, Copics, twill ribbon

Wedgies....

Oh those wedgies...a pain in the patootie eh?  ha ha ha ha

Another great fractured funny from Hambo Stamps; I am also using this card for the Cupcake Challenge this week - bright colors and scrumptious cupcakes.

The layout is Mojo Monday Challenge #222 (oh how I love that number, 2/22 is my anniversary, 22 is my fave number and February (2nd month) is my fave month) - a perfect fit don't you think?

Lots of distressing along with some fun MME paper - and how 'bout that wide ribbon??? I've owned it for OVER A YEAR and never been able to use it - think it works?

And talk about being thrifty? That turquoise tissue flower is made from the tissue paper in which your Verve Visual purchases are shipped. :D It has sparkles on it too...purdy!!

Thanks for popping in, be sure to check out the Cupcake Inspirations and join us this week!

Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Hambo Stamps

Papers: GKD White, PTI Dark Chocolate, Hawaiian Shores and Berry Sorbet, DP by MME
Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, PTI Pure Poppy
Accessories: nesties, Copics, misc. gems, wide ribbon, distressing

TLT - Anything Goes - New Stash

Yes - YOU can use your new stash? Me? I have no new stash! "Might" be related to being on Santa's naughty list, at least that's the list I'm told I was on...

:(

Can you believe it? That is just not right, not right at all. Thank goodness Ladybug Crafts Ink is having a sale - gonna have to buy me some new stuff.

And on top of not having any new stuff to play with I have a REALLY sick husband - in 20 years of marriage, I can only remember 2 times he has missed work - yesterday was one. I'll admit, it scares me when he's so ill! Thankfully he started an antibiotic and an inhaler, so I'm praying within 24/48 hours he'll turn the corner.

So this post is super short; but hopefully you'll take the time to join us in the challenge this week and use YOUR new stash; we all want to see what you got!


Hugs,

WHAT'S IT TAKE?

Stamps: Ladybug Crafts Ink Birthday Robyn
Papers: GKD White, DP by MME, PTI Pure Poppy
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, PTI Berry Sorbet
Accessories: nesties, Copics, glitter pen

New Year - got money to spend?

If so, check out THIS amazing sale (yes, we oftentimes believe the Head Ladybug has lost her mind - 1/2 price??)!!



And to see my 2011 Rewind, click HERE!

Hugs, ~M.