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Class samples with The Queen

Hi Gang and Happy Hump Day!  Sorry I've been such a slacker.  I've been super busy on the home front.  And my baby Smokey isn't doing much better.  The vet said it would take awhile before this new medication kicked in, but patience has never been one of my strong points.  I'm REALLY very worried about him.     Please continue to send your good thoughts his way.  I can't bare the thought of losing him.      

On another furry note, Frijolito (my neighbor's dog) is doing GREAT.  As soon as he had the toenail removed he was his happy, energetic self.  Yah! 

I don't have anything new (per say) to post that I've done in the last few days.  But I do have pics of the cards I got to make at Julie's class during my trip to The Paper Garden.  Do you wanna see????    You just *know* they are going to be AWESOME, right?!

Don't you just *LOVE* these babies?  The road one is one of my FAVS!!  The woman is pure genius! 

The sentiment on this card is CLASSIC!! I don't know about you guys, but my poor Visa gets a work out during the holidays so this is perfect!  The Christmas Wishes card on the right is right up my alley.  I just love this color combo.

Aren't these just the cutest?  I just *love* the first one.  I would have never thought to turn the notecard inside out!  Even simplier is cuting around the image to make it appear as if he is sliding downhill! 

And the red card.  What's not to love.  This little guy reminds me of Frijolito!  LOL!!!

Gotta run gals. I have a client presentation I'm prepping for.  Wish me luck!

Share your Spark & a Sneak Peek!

Is everyone having a great weekend?  Hey it's a not a workday so how can you NOT be having a great day right?!    Not a whole lot going on for us this weekend.  I'm still trying to play catch up with everything.  I did manage to stamp out these two babies early this morning for Heather's Share your Spark challenge.  This week Heather challenged us to make something for the holidays!

The first one was inspired by one of my favorite people - Becky Rusher.  Becky's designs are Shabbilicous!  This is the CARD that I'm referring to.

Isn't this little elf TOOOO cute?  It is from one of the new clear sets by none other than my girl Missy Ballance.  I actually stamped the sentiment on the inside.  It says "Christmas Wishes". 

The second one is actually my favorite image from the AMAP release.  How cute is this pair of trees?

Well gang, I'm off to do some housecleaning... Maybe I'll have a chance to ink up some more of my new rubbah!

Toodles.....

Share your Spark - Using Patterned Paper

Two posts in one day!  Get out! 

For this week's Share your Spark Heather challenged us to create something using patterned paper.

Here's mine. Very simple.  And do you see my sentiment on the bottom?  That the trick "Her Royal Rubberness" Julie showed me!!! 

And did you check out Stephanie's blog, Let Your Creativity Grow, for some awesome AMAP fun?  Let me tell you Stephanie has the most AMAZING store ever.  You will literally feel like you've died and gone to paper and rubber heaven.  Stephanie is SUPER nice and one of the best hostesses ever!!  Thanks Stephanie!

Julie also has some SUPER fun pics on her blog from Stephanie's AMAP bash!  Go check them out.  See if you recognize anyone?!   

Have a wonderful evening!!!

TCP Tuesday - sketch challenge

Happy almost Friday gang!!!

            

Sorry things have been a little quite on my end.  I've been melting with this crazy heat we've been having.    Not my kind of weather.  I was able to sneak in a quick card last night for this week's TCP Tuesday challenge.  This week's hostess with the mostess is none other than the SUPER talented Leigh O'Brien.  Leigh never ceases to amaze me with her over the top card designs and coloring.  Man can that girl color!      This weeks challenge was based on a sketch.  My favorite kind of challenge!

 

Do you like?  I had fun with this one!  These colors are totally different for me. 

I used Stampin' Up! Blue Bayou as my card base and the patterned paper is also from SU!.  It was a set that was in last years catalog.  I forget the name.  But it is oh so pretty.

As always thanks for stopping by today.  I will be back later to Share My Spark challenge!

A Muse A Palooza Classes were ROCKIN'

Hi Gang!

Well A Muse A Palooza at The Paper Garden was SOOOOOOOOOOO much fun!  How could it not be?  Not only did I get to take classes with THE QUEEN herself, Julie Ebersole but I also got to meet Missy Ballance!!!    I just about died when I saw the 2 of them in the same room.   I was literally in heaven girls.   My great buddy Michele H. and fellow A Muse Addict was once again my partner in crime.  Thanks again Michele for driving!

Here's a picture of Missy and I Sunday night at The Paper Garden's VIP A Muse A Palooza pre-view party!  Oh yah!!!  We had so much fun with several make 'n takes.  I will post pictures of those later.

Gals can I tell you how AWESOME Missy is?  Well all of the cute new images say it all, don't they?!   I *had* to buy ALL of hers of course.  I just *love* Missy's stuff.   And she is a hoot.  I immediately felt as if I had know her all my life.  You're the best Missy!!  I hope to see you soon girlfriend!

And you all know who THIS amazing lady is..... JULIE!!!  This is a picture of me & Julie yesterday morning right before my class started.  Julie is HYSTERICAL!! OMG - she had me most of the time.  And is she FULL of engergy?! I didn't need any coffee.  Just sittin' with her I was raring to go!  Let me tell you this woman is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TALENTED!  I was just in awe of her creativity.  I also got her to show me how to make those cool banners she does on her cards. Thanks Julie!! You are truly the greatest!!!

One more challenge and off to A Muse A Palooza!

Hi Gang!

Did everyone have a good 4th?  Ours was pretty low key.  My DH & DD watched the fireworks on the roof of our house while I was inside keeping our furry critters both ours and borrowed   (Frijolito) calm.  So when's the next holiday??  Seriously I *need* a vacation.  But wait isn't tomorrow July 6th?  YES!  YES!  That means I'm heading up to Sacramento, CA to The Paper Garden for a special VIP A Muse A Palooza pre-party.  AND...... to take some classes with none other than the Queen Herself... JULIE EBERSOLE!    I am utterly excited about meeting her.    I will be making the venture with my pal Michele H.  Are you ready girl??  I won't be posting until late Monday when I return.  We will be spending the night up there just for the event.  And you KNOW I will be sure to post pictures too.  Let's hope some of that royal ubber talent rubs off on me! 

And last but not least is my submission for Helle's black & white with a little pink  and some bling.  This layout was inspired by an ATC I received from one of my other bloggin' gal pals... Kristina Lewis - HI Kristina!! 

Deets:  Images, notecard, ribbon & twinkle stickers by A Muse, cardstock by SU!, ink by Versafine, Copic markers, stickles in Star Dust and dimensionals.

I hope you guys like it.  It was a little time consuming geting the curtains just right, but it was worth it.  Even my DH liked it!  Now that's one compliment I will definately take!!

Have a wonderful rest of the weekend gals.   This one is for you  -- 

Happy 4th!!!

Wishing you and your family a very happy & safe 4th!!!

Polka Dot Challenge & A New Neighbor

I know, I know I'm late posting these babies.  Sorry guys.  I don't know if I've ever mentioned this or not, but I've sort of 'adopted' my next door neighbors dog - going on 2 years ago now.    Well not literally.  When I found out my neighbor had a dog and he spent ALL day outside with no one to play with or even walk him I just about died. Gals meet Frijolito (as in little bean).....

Well last Friday Frijolito fractured his toenail, which can be serious if left untreated.  This was all new to me since I've never had a dog.  I took him to the ER - big mistake... $$$ and they only wrapped it.  By yesterday he was still not using his foot, so I took him to my regular vet and they said the nail had to be removed.  So I took him in for a little surgery.  I was busy last night making sure he was happy & comfortable.  I just *LOVE* this little guy and my DD is crazy about him too.  My DH thinks I'm a complete nut job for commandeering someone else's dog.  I'm not sorry I did.  I mean, would you like to live outside ALL the time with no one to pay attention to you?  Heck no!  My neighbor doesn't seem to mind.  We joke that we have joint-custody!

Now on to my cards for Michelle's cooler than cool Polka Dot Challenge....

These were fast and simple to do.  Hopefully I'll get a chance to play some more with the holiday tomorrow.  Enjoy!

 

Deets for 'Thanks' Card:  Images, notecard & ribbon by A Muse, pearlscent ink in chocolate, oval punch & dimensionals.

Deets for 'Thank you' Card:  Images, notecard, Pretty Little Papers, Twinkle Stickers & ribbon by A Muse, classic oval & scallop punch by Marvy, Copic & Spica markers & dimensionals.

Have a fabulous day everyone!!!!       

 

TCP Tuesday!!!

I was so excited to see that Katie was this week's hostess with the mostess for TCP Tuesday.  This week's challenge was to use Sprinkle Relaxing. I was like, YAH!  I have this stamp!  In case you didn't have the deets on  how to get in on this fun, here's all you have to do to play:  (Lifted from Katie's blog)

1. Each a week one of the The Cat’s Pajamas DT members will host a challenge.
2. The challenges will vary {stamp, color, theme, sketch, etc.}
3. You will have until {this} Saturday night to complete the challenge.
4. Link your project on this post in the comments section.
5. Yes, you must use this specific stamp to be in the running for the Swanky Stamper award.
6. There will be one winner each month. They will be deemed that month’s Swankiest Stamper and get $25 in Cat’s Cash {money to spend on the TCP site!}.
7. When uploading to SCS, please use the keyword TCPTUES14 for this challenge.
8. Alma will post the entries from the week the following Monday on her blog.
9. The newly crowned Swanky Stamper will be announced on the First of the Month and have his/her winning entry posted on The Cat’s Pajamas website where he/she will reign for the entire month.

There is A LOT of sparkle on this baby that is difficult to see in the picture.  I outlined the flower with black spica pen.  The glitter flakes look incredible IRL.

Deets:  Images by TCP, Cardstock by SU!, PP by DCWV, ribbon by A Muse, Brads by Doodlebug, Copic markers, Spica pens, circle punch by SU!, flower punch by Marvy, and decorative scissors.

Be sure to stop by later.  I will have more cards to post for AMAP weekly challenge.

Red, White & Blue Sparks

Good evening!!  I can't believe it's already Sunday evening.  I haven't even started dinner yet, but I had time to make a this quick card.   For this week's Share your Spark, Heather challenged us to do something using red, white & blue!!  Naturally I thought of the 4th of July     which is coming up this week.  Fireworks weren't illegal when I was growing up.  Yah, I'm OLD!   I could remember buying them as young as 11 years old!  I wasn't in to anything to big or loud.    I could sit happily with a box of sparklers all night.  So this card is inspired by that happy memory.

Deets:  Images, Notecard, ribbon & Twinkle stickers by A Muse, ink by Verafine & ColorBox, Prisma Markers & Spica pens.

Enjoy the rest of your evening!!  A Muse A Palooza will be here in 8 more days!!!!