CC Designs August Preview Day 1 and a BIG Announcement!

 

Hello!  So... I have some HUGE news to share with you guys!  I have been asked to be on the Design Team for CC Designs! I'm am so excited and honored to be on this team and I have been dying to share this news with you guys for the last month!  Sooo... that means I'll be sharing my CC Designs creations with you guys and today I'm starting with a preview from the new August Release so without further adieu, here's my card-

 

 

This adorable set is called Meow-lloween and features 5 cute kitties all dressed up in Halloween costumes!  It also includes several sentiments that coordinate with these festive felines.  For my card, I decided to feature 3 of these cuties.  First, I chose my patterned paper which was some old 12X12 Halloween paper I had in my stash.  Then, I colored the cats to match and added some pleated ribbon.  I decided to keep this card pretty simple since I had several stamped images I wanted to feature. So I punched the patterned paper into little flags and added a sentiment at the top.  I also used one of the new CC Designs Die sets for the stitched rectangle.   

 

Here's a side view:

 

 

And a look at the inside:

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Be sure to post a comment on the Facebook group page Question. There will be 1 stamp set given away to one lucky winner chosen from the comments to the question.

 There will also be a $15 Gift Certificate up for grabs for each Preview Day on the CCD Blog. That's right folks...3 blog commenters will receive a $15 gift certificate. So be sure to head over to the blog every day and leave a comment!  And the Blog Hop on August 4th will have a $25 Gift Certificate hidden on one of the DT Blogs.  Commenting deadline for FB and Blog is Sunday, August 7 @ 12pm EST. PREVIEW day.  

 

Card Details:

Stamp Set- CC Designs Meow-lloween

CC Designs Half Rectangles Die Set

MFT Scallop Die

Label Die- MFT

Patterned Paper - The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

MFT Ink - Orange Zest

Stampin Up Banner Punch

EK Success Tag Punch

Ribbon - Walmart

Copic Colors: YR04, E08, R000, RV0000, RV10, RV000, V12, V15, V17, YG21, YG23, YG67, C0, C1, C3, C5, C7

 

 

Kraftin Kimmie Saturday Challenge - Green

Hello!  It's time for another Saturday challenge at at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps! This week's challenge is to use the color GREEN! 

For my inspiration card!  I decided to use the adorable #allstar set!  I've been wanting to use these cuties for a while and this Green Challenge was the perfect excuse!  I chose this adorable Doodlebug paper and colored my image to match, paying special attention to the green!  To create the image, I first stamped the football player, masked it, and then stamped the cute little cheerleader.  Then I cut the image out with the Scan N Cut 2.  I added a few enamel dots and cut the football embellishment from the paper pad. 

 

Here's a side view:

 

 

A close up:

 

 

A view of the inside:

 

 

Be sure to play along for a chance to WIN a $20 gift card to the Shop!! Show us your stuff!! In keeping in line with the rest of our challenges (Wonderful Wednesday and our NEW Krafty Scrappy Challenge), we will be drawing one winner per month from all Saturday Challenge entries to win a $20 gift card!! You can enter as many times per month as you'd like!!

 

A few Reminders:

Have you joined the Kraftin Kimmie's Krafty Friends fb group?? It's the best place to keep up with all of the goings on as well as sharing YOUR creations and getting inspired by other Krafty Friends' creations!!!

Frugal Friday specials are UP! Happy saving! Every Friday Kimmie puts some Kraftin Kimmie stamps on sale at up to 50% off!! This is a great way to make a dent in your wish list.

Now create a card, scrapbook page or altered item with a Kraftin' Kimmie Stamp or any other stamp and be sure to use our THEME as a starting point for your creation!!! You will have until August 5th at 11:55 pm EST to get your entries in!

 Pull out those fabby stamps and play along! Have some krafty fun and join us this week!!

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper: Doodlebug Touchdown

Edge Die- MFT

Zing Embossing Powder

X-Stitched Squares Die - Gina Marie Stamps

Enamel Dots - The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Banner Punch - Stampin Up

Copic Colors: (skin) E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 (hair) E49, E47, E43, E41 (image) YG21, YG25, YG67, G14, G19, G29, Y13, Y15, Y18, Y38, Y26, R32, R35, R37, R59, E34, E35, E37, C1, C3, C9

 

 

All Dressed Up 3000 Member Giveaway!

Hello!  We've reached 3000 members at the All Dressed Up Facebook Group and to celebrate, Wendy is giving away this beautiful digi FREE!  Come over and celebrate with us by joining the group and snagging this gorgeous freebie! 

 

For my card, I chose some fun and modern paper that had a touch of gold.  (you know how much I love gold!).  Then I colored the image to match and added a fun little diamond charm and some gold rhinestone gems! 

 

 

Here's a closer look!  Love that hair!  So much fun to color!

 

 

A look at the inside:

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Hope you'll join us in the celebration! 

 

 

Card Details:

Patterned Papers: My Mind's Eye On Trend 2

Bead Landing Sticky Gems (gold)

Banner Punch - Stampin Up

Charm - Spare Parts (Hobby Lobby)

Ribbon - Hobby Lobby

MFT Celebratory Greetings Die

X Stitched Rectangles Die - Gina Marie Stamps

Copic Colors: (skin) E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 (hair) C0, C3, C5, C9, E49, E47, E43, E41 (image) R30, R32, G0000, G000, G00, G02, E31, E34, RV14, RV29, G28, G29, R02, R05, R08, E08

 

 

Mermaid Evie

Hello!  Larisa here sharing a fun Saturated Canary mermaid card with you today.  This is Evie.  Isn't she beautiful!  Like everyone, I love to color mermaids.  Krista creates the most beautiful mermaids.  They're so much fun because the sky is the limit.  Plus, look at that hair... way too much fun! 

 

For this card, I chose some tropical paper from Quick Quotes and added some paper die cuts and 3D fish stickers.  I also used liquid pearls for some bubbles.  Here's a closer look:

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by! 

 

Details:

Patterned Paper: Quick Quotes Be Bold

MFT Medium Leafy Flourish Die

LaLa Land Crafts Under the Sea Dies

X stitched Rectangles Die - Gina Marie

Liquid Pearls - White Opal

Jolee's Boutique - Fish Repeats

Sandylion- Sea Creatures (seahorse)

Martha Stewart Branch Punch

Wink of Stella - clear

Copic Colors (skin) E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20 (hair) E49, E47, E43, E41 (image) RV04, Y02, Y08, Y26, R59, BG 32, BG18, BG09, B000, B02, B05

 

Kraftin Kimmie - Wonderful Wednesday - Ewe's Fluffy!

It's Wonderful Wednesday time!! As always....it's ANYTHING GOES!! So break out your Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps and get krafty!!

We want EVERYONE to be able to play along so your submission can use ANY stamp and can be any theme, any style, any design and it can be a card, a scrapbook page, an altered item....you name it!! It must be a NEW creation and you can enter on the blog until August 2nd at midnight! At the end of the month one random winner will be chosen from all the submissions for the whole month and will receive a $20 Gift Card to the shop!!! What do you think.....wanna WIN?? Let's see your krafty stuff!!

For my card, I decided to use Ewe's Fluffy!  Isn't she just the cutest!  I love her little headband and boots!  Oh and that sheep is just oh so fluffy!  Love it! 

 

I chose some patterned paper from Best Creations and colored my image to match.  Then I added some beautiful paper flowers and a fun little banner across the top. 

 

Here's a closer look:

 

 

A side view:

 

 

A look at the inside.  I used the little accent stamp here. 

 

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper: Best Creation Farm Life

LaLa Land Crafts - Flag Banner Die

Stampin Up Banner Punch

EK Success Banner Punch

Paper Flowers- Wild Orchid Crafts and Ebay

Stitched Oval Dies - Gina Marie Dies

Stampin Up - Pearls

Copic Colors: (skin) E000, E00, E21, YR14, YR18, E08, E29 (image) R14, R17, R29, R59, Y02, Y32, Y26, E87, BG10, BG11, BG57, C1, C0, C3, W0, W1, W2, W3, W5, W7, E31, E53, E23, E35, G03

 

 

 

 

Kraftin Kimmie Saturday Challenge - Summer

 

Hello!  It's Challenge Time at Kraftin Kimmie.  This week's challenge is SUMMER.  You can find all the info on the blog HERE.  So pop on over and be sure to play along!  I'd love to see what you create!

 

For my card, I decided to use Floatin Fiona.  I think she fits the SUMMER theme perfectly!  Doesn't she look fabulous on her dolphin floaty?  Love it! 

 

 

As always, I chose my patterned paper first and colored my image to match.  The I added some fun "summer" die cuts, a coconut drink 3D sticker, and some enamel dots.  There you have it, one SUMMER card ready to go! 

Here's a closer look.  Don't you just love that sentiment! 

 

A side view:

 

A look at the inside:

 

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper: Carta Bella Beach Day

Enamel Dots- The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Paper Clip- Target Dollar Section

Jolee's Boutique Coconut Drink Repeats

Pineapple Punch - EK Success

MFT Ink - Lush Lagoon

La-La Land Crafts Stitched Sun and Clouds

Stitched Ovals - Gina Marie Stamps

Stampin Up Banner Punch

Tag Punch EK Success

Copic Colors: (skin) E000, E00, E11, E21, E04, R20 (hair) YR14, YR18, E08, E18 (image) YG21, YG23, YG67, Y19, Y26, C0, C1, R14, R17, R59, BG11, BG34, BG23, BG72, BG18, B34, B26, B39, B93, B24

 

A Few Reminders:

Have you joined the Kraftin Kimmie's Krafty Friends fb group?? It's the best place to keep up with all of the goings on as well as sharing YOUR creations and getting inspired by other Krafty Friends' creations!!!

 

Time is almost out!!!! If you want in on the Surprise Christmas Krafty Guest Kit, you'd better pop on over and order NOW!!! This weekend is your LAST CHANCE!!

While you're ordering your kit, take advantage of the Frugal Friday sale!!! It ends on Sunday too!!

Thanks for Stopping by! 

 

 

 

Krafty Tips & Tuts - Adding Adhesive to Intricate Die Cuts (The Easy Way)

Today, I have a Krafty Tutorial on the Kraftin Kimmie Blog sharing how to add adhesive to intricate dies.  Be sure to pop over and check it out!  Here's the tag I created for the tutorial!  Hope you like it! 

 

Tag Details:

Stamp Set: A Bit Smart Assy 2 - Kraftin Kimmie

Patterned Paper: Doodlebug - Sunkissed

Tag Me & Tag Me Too Dies from Reverse Confetti

X- Stitched Dies- Gina Marie Stamps

Stickles Glitter

Enamel Dots- The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Linked Garland Die from Reverse Confetti

Copic Colors (skin) E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20 (hair) E18, E15, E11 (image) Y02, Y08, Y17, Y26, YR04, YR18, E08, YG21, YG23, YG67, RV13, RV14, RV29

Christmas Fawn

Hello!  Today, I'm here sharing a Christmas in July card with you!  This is Spring Fawn from Saturated Canary.  She is a clear stamp and I just love her!  The moment I saw this beautiful image, I just knew I had to have it!  I decided to create a Christmas card with her so I colored her in red and made the string of leaves into holly.  I added some pretty woodland Christmas paper and some pretty paper flowers, and there you have it! 

 

A view from the other side:

 

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper- Recollections Cozy Lodge & Echo Park Home for the Holidays

Stampin Up Bitty Banners

Flowers- Prima & Wild Orchid Crafts

Pearls- Want to Scrap & Stampin UP

Swirl Die- MFT

Branch Punch - Martha Stewart

Glitter Snow Flake - Walmart

Stitched Circle Die- Gina Marie Dies

X Stitched Rectangles- Gina Marie Dies

Stampin Up Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp set

Copic Colors: (skin) E000, E00, E11, E21, E04, R20 (hair) E29, E18, E13 (image) YG23, G07, G28, BG34, BG49, E02, R24, R27, R29, R59, E31, E34, E37, E51, E53, E55, E57

 

 

Little Gnome

 

Hello!  Just wanted to share a simple little card I made using the MFT You Gnome Me set.  I've actually had this set for quite some time, but just hadn't used it.  I love gnomes so when I saw this set, I just knew I had to HAVE it!  It's just so darn cute! 

 

 

I wanted to keep my card pretty simple so I chose some cute garden paper, colored my little gnome to match, and added some little flags. 

 

 

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper- MME Gnome Sweet Gnome

Reverse Confetti Stitched Flag Trio

Stampin Up Banner Punch

MFT First Place Ribbon Die

Stampin Up Real Red Ink

Copic Colors- (skin) E000, E00, E04, E21, E11, R20 (hair) W0, W1, W3, W5 (image) RV10, RV11, RV34, YG95, YG97, G29, R24, R27, R59, YR21, Y26, B0000, B00, BG02

 

 

Kraftin Kimmie July 2016 Release Hop

 

 

 

Guess what day it is!!!  It's RELEASE DAY! 

 ALL FOUR of the MAGICAL new clear stamp sets have been released and now we're celebrating with a super fun krafty HOP! So grab a nice hot beverage and put your feet up because you will need a few relaxing minutes to enjoy all the magical fun we have in store for you! 

 

Today, I'm featuring the adorable set by artist Becky Pearce called Unicorns and Rainbows!  I absolutely love this set!  I can so see myself using it again and again!  It's just so versatile and who doesn't love unicorns?  

 

For my card today, I used this super fun paper from Doodlebug.  I really love the rainbow colors and thought they would be perfect for my little unicorn.  Then, I colored up my image and gave my little unicorn some hot pink hair and a multicolored horn.  I added some fun die cuts, some baker's twine, a fun little star charm and some enamel dots.  Then, I decided to stamp my sentiment on one of the clouds.  I really like this technique and I'm sure you'll see it again :)  There you have it!  One bright and cheerful unicorn card! 

 

Here's a side view:

 

A look at the inside:

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper - Doodlebug Fruit Stand

Reverse Confetti Die -  Love Note Die

Reverse Confetti Die - Diagonal Stripe Pretty Panels Die

Enamel Dots - The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Stampin Up Lovely Lilac Ink

X Stitched Squares Die - Gina Marie Stamps

Wink of Stella - Clear

Stampin Up Banner Punch

Tag Punch - EK Success

La-La Land Stitched Sun and Clouds Die

Star Charm - Ebay

Bakers Twine - My Stash

Copic Colors: W5, W3, W2, W0, R20, BV02, BV04, BV08, YG21, YG25, YG67, Y13, Y17, RV02, RV04, RV06, RV19, R59, BG01, BG05, BG02, B05, B26

 

Continue hopping to see all the new sets in action.  I promise you won't be disappointed!  After you're finished, pop over to the shop and snap up these adorable sets!  Remember, it you have to it ALL, we also have our July Gimme Kimmies Kit which includes all FOUR of the new sets together and at a discount! But only for a limited time and while supplies last!

 

Now let's celebrate our NEW release and get
hoppin' and shoppin'!!

 

Follow the HOP to see the other Krafty Kreations:

 

 

Kraftin Kimmie Release Sneak Peek Day #4: Unicorns & Rainbows

 

 

Hello!  Welcome back to my blog.  Not only do I have another fabulous stamp set to share with you, it's also challenge day!  

 

Today I am previewing a super magical new set of images and sentiments by artist, Becky Pearce!   This new 4x6 clear set is called UNICORNS & RAINBOWS!!! And it's absolutely adorable! 

There are four beautiful unicorns plus a castle and a rainbow plus some stars AND SIX coordinating sentiments that you can mix and match to create amazing combinations! So there's a total of FIFTEEN dreamy stamps!

For my card, I found some super bright and colorful paper.  Then I decided I wanted to use all of these little cuties so I masked them, colored them up, and then cut out the image with my Scan N Cut 2.  I wanted to created the look of a big fluffy cloud, but I only had small cloud die cuts so I just layered them to create the desired effect.  Then I added a cute little doily, some pleated ribbon, and a few enamel dots. 

 

 

 

Here's a side view:

 

A closer look:

 

An inside view:

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper: American Crafts Sketchbook

X Stitched Rectangles - Gina Marie Stamps

Paper Smooches Cute Clouds Die

Stitched Circles - Gina Marie Stamps

MFT Lush Lagoon Ink

Enamel Dots - The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Stampin Up Banner Punch

MFT Label Die

Green Paper Doily - Celebrate It (Michaels)

Button - My Stash

Ribbon - Walmart

MFT Orange Zest Ink

Copic Colors: RV000, RV02, RV04, RV19, R59, R81, R85, YG09, YG06, YG11, G09, BG02, BG09, B00, B05, Y02, Y06, Y00, Y08, YR31, YR12, Y17, YR20

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Remember, today is also Challenge Day and our hostess is Krafty Girl, Kimmie! The challenge is Anything Goes (as it always is during release week) so create a card, altered item, scrapbook page with any stamp BUT if you use a Kraftin' Kimmie Stamp, you'll double your chances to WIN! Use any sketch, any design, any theme because anything goes! Have some krafty fun and join us this week because we love to see your creations! At the end of the month we'll announce a winner from all the creations submitted for the month of July!  Hope you can play along for your chance to WIN a $20 gift card to the krafty shop!

 

Also, be sure to hop along and check out all the gorgeous creations and while you're visiting the blogs, be sure to comment and leave some love for each designer because one lucky krafty person is going to WIN a gift card to the shop!

 Oh, and all of these new July clear stamp sets will be released TONIGHT! Be sure to join us at the
LIVE Online Release Party beginning at 6pm EST!

Come join us to help celebrate the new release, check out lots of krafty kreations, have a chance to win some prizes and just have fun with Kimmie and the Krafty Girls! Hope to see you there!
Happy hoppin'!

 

Kraftin Kimmie Release Sneak Peek Day #3: Make Your Own Magic

 

 

Are you loving all the MAGIC so far?  Well, today does not disappoint.  

 

Today I am sharing a sweet set by artist, Cheryl Grant! It features our fave kiddos Lulu, Lexi and their little puppy and they're having so much fun with their spells and wands!!!

The set is called MAKE YOUR OWN MAGIC! There are three main images plus FIVE coordinating sentiments! Aren't they adorable!!!

For my card,  I decided to choose some adorable paper that featured potion vials.  Then I colored my image to match.  I really wanted to create a MAGICAL effect so I added a ton of dots with my Copics and glitter swirls all around this two cuties.  I also added some star rhinestones.  Then I topped it off with some baker's twine and a cute jar of eyeballs (a necessity for any spell). 

 

 

 

Here's a side view:

 

A look at the inside:

 

 

Thank you so much for stopping by.  Hop along to see all the other amazing Krafty Girl Design Team Kreations in today's blog hop! Be sure to leave some love on each post because one lucky krafty person is going to WIN a gift card to the shop!

 

All of the new July clear stamp sets will be released on Saturday night! Be sure to join us at the
LIVE Online Release Party beginning at 6pm EST!

 Come join us to help celebrate the new release, check out lots of krafty kreations, have a chance to win some prizes and just have fun with the Krafty Girls and me! Hope to see you there!
Happy hoppin'!

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper - Cloud9 Designs Witches Brew Collection

Stampin Up Spider Web Doily

Glitter Spider Sticker - La Petites (Hobby Lobby)

X Stitched Squares - Gina Marie Stamps

Recollections 3D Stickers

Stickles - Diamond, Crystal, and Golden Rod

Smooch - Yellow

Glossy Accents

Tab Die - MFT

Star Rhinestones - My Stash

Stampin Up Banner Punch

MFT - Orange Zest Ink

Twine - My Stash

Copic Colors (skin) E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20 (hair) E49, E47, E43, E41 (image) Y13, Y19, E84, V05, V06, V09, BV08, YG21, YG95, YG97, W0, W2, W3, W5, W7, W9, G00, YR12, YR16, YR18, E08, E09, E29, E37, E33, C3, C9

 

Follow the HOP to see the other Krafty Kreations:

 

Kraftin Kimmie Release Sneak Peek Day #2: Book Dragon

 

 

Are you ready for another amazing day of July krafty peeks!? As an English teacher, this stamp is near and dear to my heart.  It's just so cute!!! I'm so excited to share the new set by artist Emilie Goulet called BOOK DRAGON!!

This 3x4 clear stamp set features a gorgeous and magical dragon image PLUS four awesome coordinating sentiments!!! Think of all the opportunities for texture colouring on this fabby guy! He's such fun!

 For my card, I decided to color my dragon lime green.  I chose some "school" related paper and colored my little dragon to match with Copic markers.  Then I die cut a spiral edge border and added some embellishments including some stitched stars.  I really like how it turned out.  This little guy is such a cutie! 
 

 

Here's a closer look:

 

 

A side view:

 

 

A look at the inside:

 

Be sure to check out all the inspiration in the blog hop below.  The Krafty Girl Design Team has some amazing creations to share.  Also, leave a comment on each post for a chance to WIN a gift card to the shop!  

 

All of the new July clear stamp sets will be released on Saturday night! Be sure to join us at the
LIVE Online Release Party beginning at 6pm EST!

Come join us to help celebrate the new release, check out lots of krafty kreations, have a chance to win some prizes and just have fun with the Krafty Girls and me! Hope to see you there!
Happy hoppin'!

 

Card Details:

Patterned Paper: DCWV The Education Stack

Ink: Stampin Up Night of Navy

Stitched Stars Die: Gina Marie Stamps

Stitched Rectangle Die: Gina Marie Stamps

Spiral Paper Clip: Maya Road

Enamel Dots: The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby)

Button: My Stash

Copic Colors: YG21, YG23, YG25, YG67, G29, Y21, Y35, Y38, Y26, E84, C1, C3, B000, R14, R17, R29, R59, YR12, YR15, YR07, YR18, E09

 

HOP along to see the other Krafty Kreations!