Autumn Accents

I've been away from my crafting corner for too long.  Seems like it takes more effort to get back to it after a short break.  My husband and I took a trip to Seattle and Vancouver for a taste of fall weather (actually he had business there and let me tag along).  Before I left I made this ornament using the Autumn Accents die from the Holiday catalog.  This was a CASE from an Australian demonstrator but unfortunately I didn't save her blog information so I don't know her name.  Some of the leaves were stamped with the French Foliage stamp set or embossed with the Woodgrain embossing folder then I sponged the edges of each leaf too.  Each layer requires 20 leaves except the Rich Razzleberry leaf.  One of my favorite accessories from the Holiday catalog is the Brushed Bronze buttons.  They are perfect for all your Autumn crafting projects.  If you haven't tried them out you need to order some quick! 

 

Stampin' Supplies

Stamps:  French Foliage

Paper:  Old Olive, Crumb Cake, Rich Razzleberry, Pumpking Pie, Soft Suede, Champagne Glimmer

Inks:  Old Olive, Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, Soft Suede

Accessories:  Autumn Accents Die, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Brushed Bronze Buttons, 1/8" Early Espresso Taffeta Ribbon, Bird Builder Punch

 

Contact me today to order the supplies to make your very own Autumn Accents ornament!  Thanks for dropping by!

A Sign of Times to Come?

This past weekend we took our younger son to a reception held by Texas Tech University.  He is beginning the process of deciding what he is going to do after he graduates from high school. So what is the problem with that?  Not much at this point, but in Texas there are the Big 3 when you are choosing a state university to pursue an engineering degree.  Some would say there is only one choice--and it is not Texas Tech or UT.  If you are from Texas you probably know what I'm talking about!

 If your older brother is at Texas A&M, then you could have a little sibling rivalry!  Gig 'Em!

Now on to some stamping because that is why you are here!!!  I ran into a dilemna with the backorder of the Ghoulish Googlies Designer Kit.  I had a Halloween Class scheduled for this coming Saturday featuring the Googly Ghouls stamp set and the treat kits.  Enter Plan B--create a new set of projects for the class.  Here is a sneak peek of what's in store for Saturday. 

 

 

Celebrate!  It's Friday!!

 

Missing You

This time of year always makes me miss my family.  For more than 25 years I have lived over 1600 miles from my "Home, Home".  I've never been able to have Thanksgiving with my family since I left Upper Michigan.  When the boys were growing up there was never enough time to make the long trip during their school break.  So, here's a card for my Mom.  I miss you.

The sketch layout is from Create with Connie and Mary (again!) from their first  Holiday 2012 Challenge (CCMCHOL12-01).  As a subscriber you have the opportunity to win a free subcscription to several weeks of wonderful ideas.  Who wouldn't like to win something like that?  Sign me up!

 

If you would like to make this card you can find all the stamping supplies at my Stampin' Up Demonstrator Website, www.stampingalamode.stampinup.net.

 

Stampin' Supplies:

Stamps:  Papaya Collage, Lacy & Lovely

Paper:  Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Fan Fair DSP

Ink:  Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Regal Rose, Island Indigo, Gumball Green

Accessories:  Lacy Brocade embossing folder, Antique brads, Window Frame Framelits, Victoria Crochet Trim, Basic Pearls

 

 

CCMC217

Create with Connie and Mary is one of my favorite sites.  They have such a great design team.  I was able to put together a card using the latest sketch using inspiration from Connie's card.  I liked how she had used three images as the focal point. I decided to use the Perfectly Preserved stamp set and the Orchard Harvest DSP for my card.

As we head into Fall I find that I am getting anxious about how quickly time flies.  It seems that we get rushed into Christmas and don't get to thoroughly enjoy all the days that lead up to it. Maybe it's because the stores are already decorating and stocking the shelves for Christmas.  Wouldn't you love to go back to your childhood days when you were able to enjoy life one day at a time?

Enjoy your Fall day where ever you are!

 

Stampin' Supplies:

Stamps:  Perfectly Preserved

Ink:  More Mustard, Lucky Limeade, Old Olive, Island Indigo

Paper:  More Mustard, Island Indigo, Lucky Limeade, Early Espresso, Orchard Harvest DSP

Accessories:  Cannery Framelit Dies, Regal Brads, 1/8" stitched Early Espresso Ribbon,

Try Stampin' On Tuesday Challenge #82

Today is Tuesday and it's going to be a stampin' day.  Yesterday I made a card for the challenge at the Try Stampin' On Tuesday blog.  It was another simple sketch that I found out there in the blogisphere.  More banners too!  I just had to add the leaf and button to the card for a little interest.  Don't you just love the new Orchard Harvest DSP?  Fall is in the air!

Busy Days and Cooler Weather

Have you every wondered when things would slow down and you could get a little break?  Thank goodness I don't work outside the house or we'd all fall apart at the Fritz residence.  Last week my older son had a minor glitch at college--he lost his wallet somewhere between classes.  What a tough lesson to learn.  Luckily Mom and Dad were able to help him wade through the process of getting everything replaced albeit a little long distance.  He was able to come home for the weekend after getting a replacement driver's license.  It was so good to see him even though he has only been away for two weeks. 

I haven't done any stamping since last week but here is a gift bag I made a few weeks ago.  I love this color combination of Tempting Turquoise, Daffodil Delight and Rich Razzleberry.  Rich Razzleberry is one of my favorite Stampin' Up colors.  What is your favorite color?

 

 

We are enjoying cooler weather in Texas this morning. I opened the window so my kitty, Scamp, could enjoy the fresh air on her windowsill perch.  She already had her morning foray outdoors and had come in to be with her best dog friend.

 

 

 

Thanks for visiting!

Card Buffet Remnant

Here is a quick card from my card buffet a couple of weeks ago. I thought the black and white was a classic look.  I'm still trying to sort through my leftovers from the card buffet.  My house is a wreck!  Recently we had flooring company come in to give us as estimate to redo all our floors.  I was told that I would be responsible to pack up everything one person could move.  When I look at my crafting corner I shudder to think of trying to sort through it all.  Yikes!

Well, the three day weekend is over and everyone is back to their usual schedule. Have a great week!

 

Stampin' Supplies:

Stamps: Serene Silhouettes, Thoughts and Prayers

Paper:  Whisper White, Basic Black, Retired DSP

Ink: Basic Black

Accessories:  5/8" Black Grosgrain Ribbon

 

ColourQ meets Fab Friday (cQc152 & FabFri01)

Happy Labor Day!  Hopefully, everyone is enjoying that day off work and are not laboring on Labor Day. Today I have a card that was inspired by Colour Q and the new Fab Friday sketch challenge.  When I looked at the sketch I decided that my new Lacy & Lovely set might make for a simple card.  I dug through my old DSP to find something to fit with the color scheme and found a bit of gray in the Walk in the Park DSP from a couple of years ago.  It was tough to work in the Crumb Cake but I ended up using a small button in that color.  I must say I like how this card turned out.  It might be a good one to use for a Stamp-a-Stack class or a card buffet.

Postage Due Thank You

Vintage style can be quite beautiful.  I don't do much in the distressed arena.  Today I went out on a limb and scrunched my seam binding, frayed the ends of it and even added a bit of torn paper. I have a friend who just doesn't do the torn thing. (Don't pass out, Linda!)  I am overdue on thank you's for my milestone birthday.  Why is it so hard to get a card or two in the mail?  This seems to typify most stampers--they love to create but never end up giving their cards away.  The sketch layout for this card was from Freshly Made Sketches although I violated the rules by distressing my card (just slightly)! 

Yesterday my husband and I went on an early morning bike ride along the San Antonio River.  We started at Mission Concepcion, one of the five missions that are in our city.  Do you believe that this was the first time I had been to this mission and I have lived in San Antonio for 25 years?!  It has a simple beauty about it. 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Have a great Sunday!

Double Dipping--CCMC216 and SSSC166

It's another Halloween card with slightly unusual colors.  This is the same color combo I used for the previous challenge at Create with Connie and Mary.  I struggled a bit with the layers on this card.  Now I remember why I don't buy very many stamping wheels.  I can never get them to roll straight!  This was an older wheel that was retired last year I think.  Maybe I would be better off to take the rubber stamp off the wheel and turn it into a clear mount stamp.   Have you ever done this?

Stampin' Supplies:
Stamps:  Toxic Treats, Retired Jumbo Wheel
Paper:  Midnight Muse, Rich Razzleberry, Lucky Limeade, International Bazaar DSP, Comfort Cafe DSP, Polka Dot Parade DSP, Silver Glimmer Paper
Inks:  Midnight Muse, Rich Razzleberry, Lucky Limeade
Accessories: Lucky Limeade Baker's Twine, Square Lattice embossing folder

Mojo Monday 256--I thought it was Friday?

It really is Friday already!  This week there was plenty of inspiration for card making out on my favorite stamping blogs.  I have lots of great ideas swirling around in my head for cards and projects, now if only I would sit down and get busy.  Last night I did put together a card for the MOJO Monday challenge.  It is hotter than all get out here in San Antonio but I am really feeling in the mood for Halloween.  Fall is my favorite time of the year.  It is when I miss home (Upper Michigan) the most.  Over the years I have learned to appreciate the Texas Fall and the burnt oranges of the oak trees when they turn colors.

I couldn't resist using the little mummy from the Googly Ghouls stamp set again.  I started out thinking I would use the Toxic Treats set but changed my mind at the last minute.

Stampin' Supplies:
Stamps:  Googly Ghouls
Paper:  Basic Gray, Basic Black, Tangerine Tango, Howlstooth & Scaringbone DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Tangerine Tango
Accessories:  Neutal Buttons, 1/8" Black Taffeta Ribbon, Textured Impressions Designer Frames embossing folders, Rhinestone brad (retired)

CCMC215

Can't believe it is already Wednesday.  The last 4 days have been a whirlwind.  On Friday my oldest son came back from his trip to Grandma's and had to pack up to return to college.  Let's just say that Mom was the only one stressed about getting things rounded up.  Saturday I held a card buffet for a great group of stampers and Sunday was move out/move in day for my son.  We were planning to send him off on his own but there was just too much stuff and too little car!  My husband and I ended up making the trip too.  Thank goodness we only had a 3 hour drive each way.

Today I rushed to make a card to participate in the challenge at Create with Connie and Mary (CCMC215).  I like starting with a card layout.  It is a little easier to get your creative juices flowing.  Without further ado, here is the card I made this morning.

 

Stampin' Supplies:

Stamp Set:  You're Amazing

Paper:  Midnight Muse, Lucky Limeade, Rich Razzleberry, Comfort Cafe DSP

Ink:  Midnight Muse, Rich Razzleberry, Lucky Limeade

Accessories: Lattice embossing folder, Vintage Trinkets

Plane & Simple

Most cardmakers seem to struggle with creating masculine cards.  Stampin' Up has a wide range of stamp sets but I wish they would add a few more manly stamps.  This Plane & Simple set was in one of last year's mini catalogs.  Unfortunately it didn't make the cut for the new catalog.   My card was a CASE from Big Sky Paper and Design.  There are so many great ideas out in blogland that I tend to do my fair share of CASEing.  Why reinvent the wheel so to say?  I am still trying to develop my "style" but I don't want my cards to always have the same look.

Stampin' Supplies:
Stamps: Plane & Simple
Paper: Crumb Cake, Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Retired DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Gray
Accessories: Large Oval punch, Satin Ribbon (non-SU)