Robin's Creative Nest

Belli Challenge #138 - Sketch

2012-02-29T08:28:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation using "Just Because Set", Nested Frame by JustRite Stampers. This week's Belli Challenge is a sketch. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used Fleur De Lis, Fancy Tag 2, Classic and Scallop Heart Nestabilities by Spellbinders and Marianne Creatables Die. Next, I added tan pearls, burgundy rose by Recollections and finally a tan striped bow.

Tantalizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2012-02-28T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is my latest creation using "Perfect Pear" by Meljen's Design. I colored the image with Copic markers. I added green dots to the center of each diamond on the embossing folder Heart & Ornate Frame Set by Sizzix. Next, I colored the frame the same green. Then I used the Scalloped Heart Nestablitiy by Spellbinders. My finishing touches are a white satin bow and pearls.

JustRite Stampers Challenge #67 - Birthday Bash

2012-02-25T09:07:00.001-06:00

Here is my creation for the JustRite Challenge - Birthday Bash. I colored the "Lace Borders" with Copic markers to create my frame. I was inspired by the Valentine's Heart card by Darsie Bruno. My sentiment is from "All Occasion Nested Sentiment", both by JustRite Stampers. Next, I applied antique linen ink with the "Nested Frame" still attached creating the white border. My designer paper is Watercolor Bouquet by K&Company. Then I added two sets of crystal beading to the top and bottom of the sentiment frame. The sentiment frame was created by using two of the Fancy Tags 2 by Spellbinders. My finishing touches are white/yellow pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #98 - Buttons

2012-02-23T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is my latest using "Night Time Bear" by Meljen's Design. The Meljen's Design Challenge for this week is to use Buttons. I colored my image with Copic markers. Then I stamped antique linen ink all around him. My designer paper is Baby Boy Stack by Die Cut With A View. I added brown seam binding, three buttons with brown/blue floss and finally brown/blue pearls.

Justrite Stampers Challenge #066 - Sketch

2012-02-17T10:39:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation for the Justrite Stampers Challenge using the sketch below. First I embossed the red paper with the Cuddlebug "Dots" and the black paper with Cuddlebug "Textile Texture". Next, I layered using the Picot, Holly Motifs, Embossed the Nested Frame by Justrite Stampers. Then added the Holly Motif again under the Classic and Scalloped Circles by Spellbinders. My sentiment is from Birthday Celebration Set by Justrite Satmpers.. Finally I added a white satin ribbon and bow. My finishing touch is a black iron flower with a white pearls.

Belli Challenge #137 - Recipe

2012-02-15T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is my creation for the Belli Challenge. The theme is a recipe, and the recipe is as follows: 1 - Ribbon, 2- Designer Papers, 3 - Colors and 4 - Gems/Pearls. The recipe must be followed as listed.

I used Topsy Turvy Cakes by Justrite Stampers. I colored my birthday cake with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the Fleur De Lis, Label Ten and Fleur De Lis Accents Nestabilities by Spellbinders. My swirls are from the Marianne Creatables. My finishing touches are a red satin bow, red pearls and a white rose by Recollections.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design - Happy Valentine's Day

2012-02-14T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a creation using "Lovey Pup" by Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. Next, I used a MS punch, added a knotted ribbon and a puffed pink sweetheart sentiment. My finishing touches are pink/white brads and brown/white pearls.

Emma & Rosey

2012-02-13T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a card I made using "Emma & Rosey" by Fred, She Said for Valentine's Day on Tuesday. This set comes as colored or a digi, I colored my image with Copic Markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby and K&Company. Next I used the Oval Classic and Scalloped Nestabilities by Spellbinders. My finishing touches are gel pink hearts and rhinestone hearts and gems.

Meljen's Design Challenge #96 - Pastels

2012-02-09T07:22:00.000-06:00

Here is my latest using one of the new releases called "Little Miss Heart Mouse" by Meljen's Design. This week's Meljen's Design Challenge is Pastels.

I colored my mouse with Copic Markers. My designer paper is "Baby Girl" stack by Die Cut With A View. Next, I punched out the hearts with the Classic Heart Nestabilities by Spellbinders. My finishing touches are three orange button and pinks pearls.

Christmas Poinsettia Lantern

2012-02-06T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a card using "Christmas Poinsettia Lantern Set by Fred, She Said. This set also comes with a "distressed script background", which I printed on blue cardstock. This set comes as a digi or pre-coloured, I used the pre-coloured version. The black fancy strip is a cupcake cover. My finishing touch is a black satin bow.

Happy Birthday Julie!!

2012-02-05T06:00:00.000-06:00

Sending a very good friend, Special Birthday Wishes! Julie you are very dear to me and I am so glad we have become close friends through our favorite girl Darsie. Hope you have a very Happy Birthday, because you are so sweet and loving and you deserve to be happy on your day. With all my love!!

Belli Challenge #136 - Hearts/Valentine's

2012-02-02T07:40:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is "Hearts/Valentine's, you must have at least 1 heart on your creation. I used the Fleur De Lis Accents for my black frames. Then I punched out hearts from a MS punch in red. My sentiment banner is from a freebie from Free Digital Stamp. I outlined the scroll with a red and pink Copic marker. My finishing touches are two red pearls and white pearls.

Critter Challenge Blog Hop!

2012-01-30T00:42:00.000-06:00

The Critter Sketch Challenge is celebrating their 100th blog posting with a Blog Hop! I am Guest Designer for Meljen's Designs and there is a lot of wonderful eye candy and a chance for prizes in store for you as you hop along.

The Blog Hop will last for a week, ending on February 5th at 5 pm EST. There will be 3 prizes given away from the Blog Hop Sponsors: Meljen's Designs, Stamp and Create, and Digital Delights. To participate, you must comment on everyone's blogs, complete a project using the sketch and upload it to the Critter Sketch Challenge Blog (The sketch can be found below and on the Critter Challenge Blog),

You should have come from Jacqui's blog! If you lose your way, you can always come back here and see the list of all the designers below:

Robin (you are here)

Here is my creation for the Blog Hop using a sweet image from Meljen's Designs called Teeny Mouse Hugs. Meljen's Designs are whimsical digital images for all occasions hand drawn by Melissa Jenkins. There is a selection of pre-colored digis available as well. You can find her on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Your next stop is Moira 's blog! Thanks so much for stopping by, good luck and have fun Hopping!!

Meljen's Design Challenge #94 - Hearts

2012-01-26T07:35:00.000-06:00

Here is my latest using "Tutu Sweet" and "Thinking of You" by Meljen's Design. The theme on Meljen's Design Challenge is Hearts. I colored my little girl with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Valentine by K&Company. Next, I used Label One for the frame. My finishing touches are red and white roses by Recollections and two red pearl hearts.

Fred, She Said and One Stop Craft Challenge

2012-01-21T06:00:00.000-06:00

Fred, She Said is the sponsor for the "Under the Weather" theme over at One Stop Craft Challenge. I created this card using the daisies from "Flying Bird Series: Cardinal & Daisies" and the hummingbird from "Wee Hummingbird & Petunias".

These two digi sets come pre-coloured. My designer paper is by Recollections. Next, I used the Fleur De Lis Square by Spellbinders. Then I added white lace and a golden ribbon and bow. The border punch is by MS. My finishing touches are strips of pearls and four larger pearls.

JustRite Stampers Challenge #064 - Inspiration

2012-01-19T08:30:00.000-06:00

Here is a first time creation for me, using "Friendship Nested Sentiments", "Give Thanks Nested Frames & Occasions" and Nested Frames Dies by JustRite Stampers and Custom Dies. I added Fleur De Lis Accents, used Label Four and Fleur De Lis Square by Spellbinders. The designer paper is "Journey" by Authentique. My finishing touches are a white satin bow, white pearls and a antique pearl flower by Modern Romance.

Here is the color inspiration for this challenge:

Belli Challenge #135 - Frames

2012-01-18T06:00:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation using "Kissing Robins" from Just Inklined. I colored my birdhouse with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used Fancy Tags Three by Spellbinders to create my frame by cutting off the edges and gluing them to the back of the Classic Oval Nestabilitity. Next, I used a Recollection sentiment and added it to Fancy Tag One. My finishing touches are white pearls and glitter.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2012-01-17T08:01:00.000-06:00

Here is a creation I made using "Party Time Cat" and "Happy Birthday Freebie" by Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the Classic Circle and Lacey Square Nestabilities by Spellbinders.

Meljen's Design Challenge #92 - Anything Goes

2012-01-12T11:45:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation using "Sweet Sentiment" and "Soda For Two" by Meljen's Design. The theme for Meljen's Design Challenge is "Anything Goes". You may win images, all you have to do is enter your creation using one of Melissa's images.

I colored my soda with Copic markers. My designer paper is by Recollections. Next, I added red seam binding for my ribbon and bow. My finishing touches are two red heart buttons and pink pearls.

Red Christmas Flowers

2012-01-08T09:47:00.000-06:00

Here is a card I made using "Red Christmas Flower Swirly Border" by Fred, She Said. This comes pre-coloured. My designer paper is "Merry Christmas" by Best Creations. The lace is something new for me, my sister Darsie has encouraged me to start using. I added Marianne Creatable Swirls under the flowers. The branches are from a punch. My finishing touches are gold pearls and a burgundy ribbon.

Belli Challenge #134 - Snowflakes

2012-01-04T06:00:00.001-06:00

This week's Belli Challenge theme is you MUST have one snowflake on your creation. I used a snowman from Cuddly Buddly Crafts. My frame is created by using the Fancy Three Tags by Spellbinders. I colored my snowman with Copic markers. I shaded the snowflake embossing folder by Cuddlebug with blue ink. Next, I added silver glitter and my finishing touches are two snowflake buttons with blue rhinestones. Finally I added a blue polka dot bow.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2012-01-03T08:16:00.000-06:00

Here is a creation I made using "Sympathy Flowers" by Meljen's Design. I colored the flowers with Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's craft room and "Blink of an Eye" by My Minds Eye. The Spellbinders I used are Fluer De Lis and Label Eighteen. My butterflies are made by a gold sticker added to green cardstock and then cut out. My finishing touches are the two green pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #90 - Blue

2011-12-29T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a card I made for the Meljen's Design Challenge using "Blue". I used the image "Cozy Winter Wolf Pup" by Meljen's Design. I colored my wolf with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the "Icicle" punch by MS. My die is Fleur De Lis Square by Spellbinders. My finishing touches a snowflake buttons and white pearls. My sentiment was created by my sister Darsie.

Merry Christmas Julie!!

2011-12-25T06:00:00.002-06:00

Here is a creation I made for a very dear friend of mine. I see Julie every time I go visit my sister Darsie in NY. We always have a card making class when we get together. This year after Thanksgiving, we made a box with some green squares that were left over from the project. I told her not to throw them away that we could make something with them. And she laughed at me and said to make something for her using the green squares.

So this is for you Julie, I love and miss you!! Hope you have a fabulous holiday with your extended family.

Merry Christmas JustRite Stampers!!

2011-12-24T11:18:00.000-06:00

Here is a creation I made for my niece Lee for Christmas. Her favorite color combination is red, black and white. I used "Peace on Earth Set" by JustRite Stampers. My paper was created by the swiss dot Sizzix folder. The frame is Spellbinders Classic and Scalloped Oval, with the Fluer de Lis punch by EK Success. My finishing touches are organza ribbon/bow and black/red pearls.

Merry Christmas Fred, She Said

2011-12-23T10:13:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas to all who participated in our challenges over at Fred, She Said. We are off until the new year, here is an inspiration card I created using "Emma The Skating Elf". I used a pre-colored digi and my designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the Spellbinder Snowflake die and finished with a red satin/organza bow.

Meljen's Design - Merry Christmas!

2011-12-22T06:00:00.001-06:00

Merry Christmas to all who participated in our challenge this past year. This week we are taking off to enjoy our holidays with our families.

Here is an inspiration card I created for a friend of mine who loves the colors burgundy, green and gold. My image is called "Moose Lights" by Meljen's Design. My designer paper is "Snowfall Collection" by Bo Bunny. My sentiment is a long ago freebie. My finishing touch is a seam binding bow.

Merry Christmas Belli Challenge!

2011-12-21T06:00:00.009-06:00

Merry Christmas to all who have participated in our challenges this past year. The last theme for the Belli Challenge for this year is anything Christmas. So I used a pre-colored version of "Christmas Rosey Digi and Colored Set" by Fred, She Said. My designer paper is Yuletide from K&Company. My finishing touches are red snowflakes with green pearls.

Fred, She Said Christmas Challenge...

2011-12-16T01:31:00.000-06:00

Fred She Said is having a fun little Christmas Challenge! The theme is "Make a Christmas Tag OR Share a favorite Holiday Recipe". The PRIZE is a $25 GC to the Fred She Said Store. There will be one winner chosen randomly. Entries will be accepted until Friday DEC 30th midnight EST. More details at the Fred She Said BLOG.

Here is my tag attached to a basket of bath toiletries! I used Patience from the "Angel Series" and my sentiment is from the "Christmas Rosey" digi set:

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-12-13T07:44:00.000-06:00

Here is this adorable little guy called "Christmas Star Snowman" by Meljen's Design. I colored him with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Yuletide" by K&Company. My die is Fleur di Les by Spellbinders. I finished with two snowflakes using MS punch and a bow with pearls.

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

2011-12-08T00:56:00.000-06:00

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use the color GREEN in our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My cute card uses the "Cozy Winter Raccoon " digi!

Flashback Friday

2011-12-02T20:18:00.000-06:00

Here is a fun and adorable creation using "Gingerbread House" by Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from a craft store from St. Paul, MN. Next, I added pink satin ribbon with brown rick rack and a bow. My finishing touches are a gingerbread man cookie cutter button.

Kitty & The Ornament

2011-11-29T22:22:00.000-06:00

Here is the beginning of my Christmas creations. I used "Kitty & The Ornament" by Fred, She Said. Having a fabulous time with my sister Darsie and her kids.

Meljen's Design Challenge #86 - Twine or Ribbon

2011-11-24T08:29:00.000-06:00

Here is my creation using "Santa's Little Helper" from Meljen's Design's latest release. Our challenge this week is to use ribbon or twine on your creation.

I colored my elf with Copic markers. My designer paper came from my sister Darsie's craft room. I used the snowflake edge punch by EKSuccess. Next I added cream seam binding and soft orange rick rack. Then I put my twine in the snowflake buttons (Look really hard, it is there). My finishing touch are the soft orange pearls.

Belli Challenge #131 - Thanksgiving

2011-11-23T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a creation using "Give Thanks Nested Frames & Occasions" by JustRite Stampers. This week's Belli Challenge theme is anything to do with Thanksgiving (Leaves, Cornucopia). My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's craft room. I used the Fancy Tags 2 by Spellbinders. My finishing touches are two leaf brads and a gold/brown leaf bow.

Fred, She Said Christmas Blog Hop!

2011-11-18T00:17:00.000-06:00

Welcome to our "FRED, SHE SAID Christmas Blog Hop"! If you just happened to drop by my blog and you are not aware of this wonderful event taking place, please go back to the "Fred, She Said" blog HERE and start your hop! Please take a moment to comment on our posts as we love feedback!

Along the way, you will see a special CODE WORD. Collect them all up! Once you've reach the end of the blog hop follow the instructions to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for 1 of the following prizes (there will be 3 random winners with 1 prize each) Two $30 Gift Certificates for the "Fred, She Said Store", and a $30 Gift Certificate to CROPSTOP ! We'll be choosing the 3 random winners on December 3rd! So get hopping!

My Special Code Word: & THE DT

You should have come here from the FRED, SHE SAID BLOG, but here is a list of the blog hoppers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

FRED, SHE SAID BLOG, ROBIN (you are here), DARSIE, CAROL, NANCY, VAL, ANNE, DEBBIE, VICKI, MICHELLE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG (the end of your journey).

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit DARSIE's blog! When you are finished hopping, why not check out the "Fred, She Said" store!

Here is the card I made for the "Fred, She Said" Christmas Blog Hop using "Emma the Caroler":

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-11-15T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is an adorable image called "Harvest Snowman" By Meljen's Design. I colored my snowman with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. Next, I used the Classic and Scalloped Nestabilities. My finishing touches are green pearls and buttons with floss.

Flying Birds Series - Cardinal & Raspberries

2011-11-13T06:00:00.004-06:00

Here is a creation I made using the cardinal from "Flying Bird Series: Cardinal & Daisies" and the red raspberries are from "Flying Bird Series: Blue Jay & Raspberries" by Fred, She Said. My designer paper is from Michael's the pre-textured red dot cardstock. Next I used the Beaded & Classic Oval Nestabilities. I added a light blue gingham bow and red/blue pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #84 - Orange and/or Brown

2011-11-10T06:00:00.003-06:00

Here is my creation for this week's color challenge. I used "Autumn Boots Mouse" by Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is Seasonal by Cloud 9 Design. I added brown twine and bow to my orange button. My finishing touch are the brown pearls.

Belli Challenge #130 - Paper Piercing

2011-11-09T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is my creation using "Bird Houses Set" by JustRite Stampers. The theme this week for the Belli Challenge is "Paper Piercing"

I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the Classic and Scallop Circle Nestabilities. My punch is Lattice by MS. My finishing touch is a brown sparkle swirly bow. I added my piercing around the bird houses.

Thankfulness

2011-11-07T06:00:00.001-06:00

Here is a creation I made using a verse from "Sunflowers & Thankfulness Digi Set" by Fred, She Said. I cut out the verse with an Oval Nestabilities. The cuddlebug folder I used is "Flourish Dots and Ribbons" by Sizzix. The flowers are from "Smelling The Cherry Blossom Set" and the butterfly is "Ornate Cut Out Butterfly Digi Set". My finishing touches are "Pine Branches" punch by McGill and four green pearls.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-11-01T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a cute creation using "Farmer Crow" and "Harvest Stitches" by Meljen's Design. The designer paper is "Blink of an Eye" by My Mind's Eye. I colored my crow with Copic markers. My finishing touches are orange pearls and blue seam binding and bow.

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-31T07:29:00.000-05:00

Hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!! I colored my Inkadinkado image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Seasonal by Cloud 9 Design. I used the Lacey Nestability, added black satin and purple organza polka dot ribbons. My finishing touches are purple/black pearls and orange organza bow with Boo button.

Halloween Rosey

2011-10-29T09:20:00.000-05:00

Here is an adorable image "Halloween Rosey" by Fred, She Said. You can get this in pre-coloured or digi set. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. My Nestability is Square Fleur de Lis. Next, I added orange buttons with black floss. The ribbon and bow are made from orange/black polka dot grosgain. My finishing touches are purple rick rack and purple pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #82 - Christmas

2011-10-27T06:00:00.000-05:00

I created this card using "Gift Bow Christmas Fairy" and my sentiment is "Magical Christmas Word Art" is a freebie by Meljen's Design. Check out the store for the latest release. This week's challenge is Christmas.

I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Winter Time" by Echo Park Paper Co. The Nestability is the Lacey Scallop and Classic Circles. My finishing touches are red pearls and glitter.

Belli Challenge #129 - 1234 Recipe

2011-10-26T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a fun challenge using 1234 Recipe, which means any combination such as 1-designer paper, 2-punches, 3-bows, 4-pearls. Whatever works for you, mix it up a bit and join us on the Belli Challenge this week.

I used "Trick or Treat" set from JustRite Stampers. I colored my pumpkin witch with Copic markers. My 1234 recipe is as follows: 1- designer paper, 2-spider brads, 3-colors (orange, black, green) and 4-spider web punched corners. I also added for fun the Spider Web trim by MS. My finishing touches are orange pearls and a white/black spider ribbon.

Emma The Cat

2011-10-24T06:00:00.000-05:00

Here is a fun creation using "Emma The Cat" by Fred, She Said. I colored her with Copic markers. My designer paper is Ghostly Greetings by K&Company. My punch is Optic Dots by MS. The sentiment comes with the digi set. The finishing touches are two purple/black striped brads and a seam binding bow.

Pumpkin Bouquet

2011-10-20T13:41:00.000-05:00

Here is my latest creation using "Pumpkin Bouquet" by Fred, She Said. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from JoAnn Fabrics. The fancy swirls are from Marianne Design Creatables "Frame & Swirls" from gold glitter paper. I used the Classic and Scalloped Circle Nestabilities. My finishing touch is a yellow/orange bow.

Meljen's Design - Tantalizing Tuesday

2011-10-18T06:00:00.007-05:00

Here is a project I created using "Mr. Bones" from last week's newest release by Meljen's Design. I used a MS treat bag, then added designer paper. Next I used the "Iron Fence" MS punch and glued to inside front. I colored two images and my sentiment with Copic markers. Finally I filled with skulls/bones candy, then added an orange tulle bow.

Operation Write Home Fundraiser

2011-10-17T06:00:00.004-05:00

* Operation Write Home is a not-for-profit organization that collects and sends handmade greeting cards to American soldiers for their use in keeping touch with their families back home. They need to raise $13,000 to cover holiday shipping costs.

* Among other fundraisers going on at the same time, K 'n K Designs will be selling 7 new digi sets designed exclusively for this cause. These include 4 sets by Katlyn and 3 sets by DeeDee Anderson. Each "set" includes an image and some greetings, in both Jpeg an PNG file formats, all in a zip file.

* These sets are available for just $2 each, or in various value bundles (e.g. get them all for just $10!), with all proceeds (minus Paypal fees) donated to Operation Write Home.

* The sets can be purchased at the K 'n K blog (NOT their store) from October 17th thru noon November 1st.
The blog is here: http://knkdesignsblog.blogspot.com/ All purchases will be emailed out within 24 hours of payment clearance.

Here is my creation using the "USA Snowman" and the sentiment that comes with the set. I colored him with Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister's craft room. The punch I used is Icicle's by MS. My finishing touches are red felt snowflakes and blue/red rhinestones.

Meljen's Design Challenge # 80 - Use A Ribbon

2011-10-13T06:00:00.001-05:00

Time for a new release set and challenge. This week on Meljen's Design Challenge you need to add a ribbon to your creation. From the newest digis I used "Whacky Hat Cat" by Meljen's Design. I colored my cat with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used the "Iron Gate" punch by MS. My finishing touches are black rick rack and black grosgain bow.

Belli Challenge #128 - Flower Soft, Felt or Chunky Glitter

2011-10-12T06:00:00.000-05:00

I used "Scarecrow Girl" from Karen's Doosdle. I just love all her images, go over and see the latest images for Christmas. The theme this week for the Belli Challenge is Flower Soft, Felt or Chunky Glitter.

I colored my scarecrow with Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister's craft room. I used the Oval and Scalloped Nestabilities. My ribbon and bow is seam binding. My finishing touches are two flower soft (one for her hat and the second for the bow) and brown /yellow pearls.

Just Emma

2011-10-09T12:51:00.000-05:00

Here is my latest creation for Fred, She Said using "Just Emma". You can get this image as a pre-coloured set and as a Digi set. I also used "Butterflies DoodleDallion Sheet". I colored Emma and the butterflies with Copic markers. My designer paper came from my sister's craft room. My final touches pearls from Recollection.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-10-04T08:26:00.000-05:00

Here is an adorable little guy! I used "Witchy Little Gnome", one of Meljen's Designs older image. The sentiment I used is also an older one. You need to check out Melissa's new shop and find some of the older images, because they are just as adorable as the new ones.

I colored my witch with Copic markers. My designer paper is from "Seasonal" by Cloud 9 Design. My finishing touch are soft green pearls.

Nolan & The Bullfrog

2011-09-30T06:00:00.001-05:00

He is a darling creation using "Nolan & The Bullfrog" from Fred, She Said. You can purchase this as a digi or pre-coloured set.

I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Baby Boy Stack" from Die Cut With A View. My sentiment is computer generated. I used the MS Bangle Chain Trim punch. My finishing touches are brown and light green pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #78 - Shapes

2011-09-29T06:00:00.002-05:00

Today we have a new release and a challenge. The Meljen's Design Challenge this week is to use shapes, a square and a circle in your creation.

I am using "Little Bo Peep" from Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister's craft room. The punch is the Traditional Eyelet from MS and a corner punch. The Nestabilitiy is the Lacey circle. My finishing touches are blue/pink pearls and a pink satin/organza bow with a blue rose.

Belli Challenge -127 - Paper Piecing

2011-09-28T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a creation for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is "Paper Piecing", where you cut stamped shapes out of paper. I used a Quickutz die for the penguins and the snowflakes. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. Then I cuddlebugged the glitter paper with the Swiss Dots embossing folder. The punch is "Icicles" by MS. And my finishing touches are an Inkadinkado sentiment and blue pearls.

Fred, She Said Fall Blog Hop!

2011-09-23T02:46:00.000-05:00

It's time for another Blog Hop for Fred, She Said! We are calling it the Fred She Said Fabulous Fall Blog Hop. We were to use a Fall Colour Combo - any 2 or more colours from Red, Green, Yellow, Orange or Gold ... and Sky blue... We can`t picture fall without the leaves being against a lovely sky blue, and the project did NOT have to be a fall theme.

One Lucky Winner will get this prize package:

£15 Gift Voucher to Bearly Mine Designs

$10 Prize Package of yummy goodies chosen by Judy from Pizzazz APlenty

... and a $30 Gift Certificate to the Fred She Said Store

(Thank you to Bearly Mine Designs and Pizzazz APlenty for sponsoring our hop)

This time around we are going back to a SECRET PHRASE. Some people were having trouble last time leaving comments. Please comment and leave the DT some love but it isn't required to win. All you do is find the secret word/s on each hop post and collect them up to make up a secret phrase.

The instructions will be at the FSS Challenge BLOG on how to enter your secret phrase. Please only one entry per person and please submit your entry by Friday September 30th midnight EDT. The winner will be announce on Saturday October 1st.

My Secret Phrase is: ARE

Here is the Blog Hop List:

1. FSS Blog: http://fred-she-said.blogspot.com/
2. Danielle: http://paulettespapers.com/
3. Debbie: http://debbiedee.blogspot.com/
4. Nancy: http://inspiredbystamps.blogspot.com/
5. Robin: http://robinscreativenest.blogspot.com/ YOU ARE HERE
6. Vicki: http://vldesigns.blogspot.com/
7. Darsie: http://craftingwithdarsie.blogspot.com/
8. Anne: http://stargrovesblog.blogspot.com/
9: Michelle: http://inspirationblooms.blogspot.com
10: Carol: http://chocolatecraftsandbearsohmy.blogspot.com/
11: Challenge Blog (no word, just directions) http://fss-challenge.blogspot.com/

Here is my project using the colored version of the Pumpkins & Sunflowers Digi Set:

Your next hop stop is Vicki's blog! Enjoy the hop and don't forget to leave some love for the entire design team and their fabulous projects!!

Tea Cup Pansies

2011-09-20T06:00:00.000-05:00

Here is a card I made using "Tea Cup Pansies" from Fred, She Said. You can get this as a digi and pre-coloured sets. I colored my images with Copic markers. My designer paper is from "My Mind's Eye". The final touch is an orange organza wired bow.

Meljen's Design Challenge #76 - Paper Piercing

2011-09-15T10:31:00.000-05:00

Here is my latest using "Witching Moon" from Meljen's Design. The Meljen's Design Challenge this week is to add Paper Piercing to your creation.

I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is some antique looking paper from my sister's craft room. The paper piercing is there, just kinda hard to see on the orange paper. My finishing touches are black pearls, orange organza bow with a spider charm.

Belli Challenge #126 - String

2011-09-14T06:00:00.008-05:00

Here is my latest creation for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is to use string. I used "Happy Panda" from Meljen's Design. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. The sentiment is a freebie from Meljen's Design. I used the Fancy Tags by Spellbinders. The green string was used to cover where my papers meet and with the white buttons.

Autumn Blessings

2011-09-13T16:17:00.000-05:00

Here is a creation I made using a scarecrow stamp I purchased for myself and my sister. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Seasonal" from Cloud 9 Design. My finishing touches are red pearls and a brown seam binding bow.

I am entering this creation into the following challenges:

Come & Get It - Color Challenge - Red, Brown, Orange
Pile It On - Layers
Crazy 4 Challenges - Color - Orange Olive Green, Yellow, Brown

Speedy the Cat's Friends - Punch

Hummingbird and Petunias

2011-09-09T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a creation using the "Wee Hummingbird and Petunias" pre-coloured digi set from Fred, She Said. My designer paper is from Michael's. I used the EK Success Fleur De Lis punch for my frame around the image. My finishing touches are large and tiny pearls and an iridescent white bow.

Meljen's Design - Tantalizing Tuesday

2011-09-06T06:00:00.002-05:00

Here is an adorable card using a combination of "Fisher Moose", "Bucket of Worms" and "Gone Fishing Word Art" by Meljen's Designs.

I colored my images with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. My finishing touches are 3 green brads and brown pearls.

Meljen's Designs Grand Opening Blog Hop!

2011-09-01T06:00:00.001-05:00

Today is an exciting day! Meljen's Designs is opening an online store featuring all of their digital stamps! And to celebrate this joyous occasion, we are having a Blog Hop and Melissa is having a Super Sale in her new store!

You get 1/2 off ALL of Meljen's Designs digital stamps! This sale runs from September 1st - September 8th.

Here are the details for the blog hop with 4 chances to win! You must follow the hop, then you'll return to the Meljen's Design team blog and you must leave a comment with the name of your favorite image or an image you'd like to see made! This Blog Hop will last from today and run through Monday! Winners will be announced on September 8th!

You should have arrived at my blog from Robbie's blog, but if you lose your way, you can always go back to the Meljen's Design team blog to see the entire list of participants!

Robin (you are here)

You are at the end of the blog hop, but you'll need to return to the Meljen's Design team blog and leave a comment with the name of your favorite image or an image you'd like to see, to be eligible for the drawing! Also, make sure you leave some love for the designers and all their fabulous creations!

Here is my creation for the Blog Hop:

Belli Challenge #125 - Acetate or Vellum

2011-08-31T06:00:00.006-05:00

Here is my creation for this week's Belli Challenge. The theme for this week is to use Acetate or Vellum. I am using the pre-colored digi of "Emma in the Leaves" from Fred, She Said. I used my acetate for the front of my card. I used a punch with a leaf and punched my leaf designer paper to look like falling leaves.

Flashback Friday - Meljen's Designs

2011-08-19T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I created using "Darling Dalmatian" from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. My finishing touches are two black polka dotted buttons with red floss and black pearls.

Belli Challenge #124- Gingham

2011-08-17T06:00:00.000-05:00

Here is my creation for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is gingham. My images are from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. I are using "Big Burger", "Marching Ant Frame" and "BBQ Time" freebie.

I had my son put these three images together to make one scene. I colored my design with Copic markers. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. My finishing touches are the red, tan and blue star buttons.

Meljen's Design Challenge #71 - Use Black

2011-08-11T06:00:00.001-05:00

It is time for a new release from Meljen's Design. I am using "Cubbin Around" for this week's challenge to use black. Here is the new release set:

I colored my image with Copic markers. I used the MS punch Diamond Fence Trim. My finishing touches are four black pearls.

Belli Challenge #123 - Non-paper Materials

2011-08-03T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is my creation for the Creative Belli Challenge. This week's theme is non-paper. So use burlap, material, jean, etc as your designer paper or for your embellishments.

I colored my image "Little Miss Bitty" by Fred, She Said with Copic markers. My designer non-paper is material my daughter used to make herself a pair of pajamas at school. My frames are from pieces of felt. The sentiment is computer generated and my finishing touches are sequin and pearl tulle flowers.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-08-02T14:16:00.000-05:00

Here is my creation using the new Freebie "Little Lamp" from Meljen's Design. Over at PCP Meljen's Design has a Freebie Challenge. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Baby Girl Stack" by Die Cut With A View. My finishing touches are pink seam binding, pink buttons and pink/green pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #69 - Frame It

2011-07-28T08:47:00.000-05:00

Today is the new release from Meljen's Designs over at Whimsy Stamps. This week's theme for our challenge is to "Frame it", and you could win free images from Melissa!! This is an easy one, so get creating.

I colored my image "Sewing Machine" with Copic markers. My sentiment is computer generated and my designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. I used Label Ten Nestabilities to make my frame. My finishing touches are a white satin bow and red heart shaped button.

Fred, She Said Favorites Blog Hop!

2011-07-22T00:22:00.000-05:00

Welcome to the "FRED, SHE SAID" Favorites Blog Hop! If you just happened to drop by my blog and you are not aware of this wonderful event taking place, please go back to the "Fred, She Said" blog HERE and start your hop! Please take a moment to comment on our posts as we love feedback! You should have come from Marlena's blog to mine!

We are giving away some very special prizes to ONE winner! To enter, please leave a comment on each blog hop post. A random hop post will be chosen and then a comment on that post will be chosen randomly to win. BLOG HOP closes Friday, July 29 midnight EST so please leave your comments by then. Commenting on ALL the hop stops is not necessary to win but it definitely increases your chances of winning and spreads some LOVE! Please make sure you leave your name in your comment! NOTE: some DT's moderate their comments for spam so please be patient if you don't see your comment right away.

THE PRIZE:

£15 Gift Voucher to Bearly Mine Designs

$15 Prize Package of yummy goodies chosen by Judy from Pizzazz A Plenty

$30 Gift Certificate to the Fred She Said Store

The WINNER will be announced Saturday morning July 30th on the Fred, She Said Blog and the FSS Challenge Blog.

Now hop over to Nancy's blog for the next stop!!

One of my favorite images is the Butterflies Doodledallions and I've used it on my card:

Belli Challenge #122 - Christmas in July

2011-07-20T09:37:00.000-05:00

Here is a card for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is to use Karen's china pattern. I used "Cozy Little Chickadees" from Meljen's Designs over at Whimsy Stamps.

I colored my birds with Copic markers. My designer paper is from AC Moore. I added glitter to the snow on the branches, red heart rhinestones and black rhinestones. My finishing touch is a red satin ribbon and fork bow.

Flashback Friday - Meljen's Designs

2011-07-08T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I created using "Teddy Cookie" from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. I made this creation for a challenge at PCP Meljen's Group using a bow. I colored him with Copic markers. My designer paper is Sugar and Spice by The Paper Studio. My finishing touches are the bow and tan pearls.

Belli Challenge # 121 - Create Your Own

2011-07-06T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I made using "Emma The Skipper" by Fred, She Said. This week's theme over at the Creative Belli Challenge is to create your own embellishments. I made the flowers that comes with "Emma With Her Fills On" also by Fred, She Said.

I colored her Copic markers. My designer paper came from Darsie's (sister) craft room. My finishing touch are purple pearls.

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

2011-07-05T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I created using "Birthday Cupcake" by Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. I colored my cupcake with Copic markers. I chose Neon colors for a previous challenge. My designer paper is by My Mind's Eye. My finishing touches are hot pink and black pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #65 - Sketch

2011-06-30T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is the creation I made using "Sweetheart Cupcake" by Meljen's Design. You can find the new release and any of the other fabulous images over at Whimsy Stamps. This week's Meljen's Design Challenge is a sketch which is so easy to follow. Come on over and play along!!

I colored my cupcake with Copic markers. My designer paper I bought from Hobby Lobby. My sentiment is built right into the paper. My ribbon and bow is made out of seam binding my sister Darsie gave me (of course). I finished with light/hot pink and blue pearls.

Here is this week' sketch and new releases:

Emma With A Sign

2011-06-27T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is my latest card using "Emma With A Sign" digi set from Fred, She Said. I colored her with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Be Mine" by Echo Park Paper Co. I finished with a combination of colors fork bow and hot pink/white pearls.

Belli Challenge #120 - Letter G

2011-06-22T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a cute card I made for the Belli Challenge. This week's theme is the "Letter G". I am using the recently released image of "Flower Girl" from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. So for my G's I used girl, gemstones, glitter, gingham paper.

Meljen's Design - Tantalizing Tuesday

2011-06-21T08:32:00.000-05:00

Here is a card I made using "Little Ballerina", "Ballet Slippers" and "I Hope You Dance" freebie from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.

My designer paper is one I have had for a lot of years, just could never find an image good enough until Meljen's. I used the MS doily punch, yellow satin ribbon and bow. My final touch are yellow pearls.

Fred, She Said Digi of the Week

2011-06-20T07:58:00.000-05:00

Over at Fred, She Said each week there will be a new digi set that will be on sale. This week June 20 thru 26th, is "The Old Truck" on sale for 40% off.

Here is my creation using the pre-coloured version in my card. My designer paper is "The Dots, Stripes & Plaid Stack" by Die Cut With A View. My sentiment is computer generated. The Nestabilities is "Labels Ten". My finishing touches are brown pearls and brown satin ribbon.

Meljen's Design Challenge #63 - Patriotic

2011-06-16T09:33:00.000-05:00

Here is a darling card I made for the Meljen's Design Challenge. This week's theme is Red, White and Blue. I used the "USA Granny Bear" by Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.

I colored her with Copic markers. My frame is by using the MS Doily punch. The designer paper is "The Nantucket Stack" by Die Cut With A View. My finishing touches are three alternating red and blue star brads on a white satin ribbon. Also, I used the American Girl Star edge punch in red and blue to add for extras around Granny Bear.

Here are the new releases:

Belli Challenge #119 - Branches

2011-06-08T06:00:00.003-05:00

Here is a card I created for the Belli Challenge. The theme this week is "Branches", where you have to put some sort of branches on your creation. My images are the fabulous new digis from Fred, She Said called "Wee Hummingbird" and "Sentimental Flower Doodledallion" out this week. My designer paper is "Watercolor Bouquet" by K&Company. My sister Darsie has gotten me hooked on lace, so this is a piece I brought home from her house that I threaded with green satin ribbon.

Emma With Her Frills On

2011-06-05T10:35:00.000-05:00

Here is this creation using "Emma With Her Frills On" by Fred, She Said. I colored Emma with Copic markers. My designer paper is Lemon Flower by Die Cut With A View. My finishing touches are silver and gold pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #61 - Coastal Fun

2011-06-02T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a fun creation using "Beach Kitten" by Meljen's Design. This week's theme for the Meljen's Design Challenge is "Coastal Fun", so the sky the limit and have a good time creating!!

I colored my kitty with Copic markers. My designer paper a mat pad by MS. I used the Lacy Square Nestabilities. My final touches are flip flops by Sandylion Essentials and blue bubbles.

Here are the New releases:

Fred, She Said Blog Hop!

2011-05-27T03:00:00.001-05:00

Welcome to the "FRED, SHE SAID" Blog Hop! If you just happened to drop by my blog and you are not aware of this wonderful event taking place, please go back to the "Fred, She Said" blog HERE and start your hop! Please take a moment to comment on our posts as we love feedback!

Along the way, you will see a special CODE WORD. Collect them all up! Once you've reach the end of the blog hop follow the instructions to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for a $30 Gift Certificate for the "Fred, She Said Store", a prize package worth $15.00 from Pizzazz A Plenty, a £15 gift voucher from Bearly Mine Designs and 3 digital downloads from Custom Creations from Carol Ivy. We'll be choosing 1 winner on Friday, June 3rd! So get hopping!

My Special Code Word: OH,

You should have come here from ANNE's blog, but here is a list of the blog hop designers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

TRACEY-LYNN, DONNA, CAROL L., DANIELLE, VICKI, ANNE, ROBIN (you are here), DARSIE, NANCY, MARLENA, VALERIE, MICHELLE, DEBBIE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG (the end of your journey).

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit DARSIE's blog! When you are finished hopping, why not check out the "Fred, She Said" store!

Here is the card I made for the "Fred, She Said" Blog Hop using an older image called "Emma & the Butterfly".

Whhhaaattttt?????

2011-05-21T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is an adorable card using "Empty Pocket Shrugger" by Fred, She Said. I colored her using Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's craft room. (I just love her stuff)!! I added blue satin/organza and red ribbon. Made my own sentiment, but the image comes with some very fabulous ones. My finishing touch are blue flower brads.

Meljen's Design Challenge #59 - New Release

2011-05-19T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I made using the "American Angel" by Meljen's Design. Meljen's Design Challenge for this week is to use the sketch below. I colored my angel with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Americana" mat pad by K&Company. I added country stars by Dress It Up. Finished with navy grosgrain ribbon and red, tan and blue pearls.

You can always find the new releases and any older images by Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.

Here is the sketch:

Here are the new releases:

Tulip Bouquet

2011-05-16T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is a card I created using "Tulip Bouquet" by Fred, She Said. I used the digi and this also comes in pre-colored. I colored the image with Copic markers. I also used "Ornate Cut Out Butterfly" digi set. My designer paper is a mat pad by Martha Stewart. I glittered the butterfly, the pitcher, added yellow pearls and finally a white satin bow.

Belli Challenge #117 - Letter "S"

2011-05-11T06:00:00.001-05:00

This week's theme for the Belli Challenge is the "Letter S". That means anything that starts with "s". My creation is a little late for Mother's Day, but isn't every day Moms' Day!!

My card I am using stripes and swirls. My sentiment is from DeeDee's Digis. My butterfly is a silver sticker I added to acetate and then colored with Copic markers and cut out and added white pearls. Next I added a teal bow and teal roses from Recollections. Finally I finished with teal pearls.

May Angels Watch Over You

2011-05-08T06:00:00.007-05:00

Here is a creation I made using the "Angel Series" from Fred, She Said. There are three sets from this series. I used the pre-coloured digi and Christian sentiment sets. I like the pre-coloured for when I am short on time, and they are colored so beautifully! My designer paper is called "At Home" by Die Cut With A View. I added ivory lace around the oval nestability, gold/ivory satin/organza bow. My finishing touch is gold pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #57 - New Releases

2011-05-05T06:00:00.001-05:00

Here is my creation for Meljen's Design Challenge. The theme for this week is a 4 x 9 1/2 card. This is the very first one for me, and I was excited that it worked out so easily!! The image I used is called "Little Possum" from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.

I colored him with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Neutrals Designer Paper Pad" by K&Company. My ribbon is seam binding and I finished with tan pearls.

Craft Us Crazy Guest Designer

2011-04-29T06:00:00.001-05:00

I am the guest designer for Craft Us Crazy Challenge which is being sponsored by Meljen's Design. As a member of the Meljen's Design team, I am honored to be asked to participate in this challenge. The challenge is to create something for Mother's Day and/or Flowers.

I created this card for a new mother. I colored my image "Baby Shower" and "Little Pull Duck" previously released images by Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps. My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's craft room. I used an EK Success punch. Added ivory ribbon and bow. Then my final touches are green pearls and baby button.

Stop on over to Craft Us Crazy to see their designers' creations using Meljen's Designs images.

Beli Challenge #116 - Royal

2011-04-27T06:00:00.001-05:00

I created this card for the Belli Challenge. This week's challenge is 'Royal" in honor of Prince William & Catherine Middleton, the soon to be Princess Catherine getting married.

I colored my Ken & Barbie image with Copic markers. My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's large stack of paper. I used the Beaded Oval Nestabilitity with white pearls. The punch is traditional eyelet from MS. My finishing touches area iridescent ribbon/bow and a beaded button as the bouquet.

Meljen's Design Inspiration - Tantalizing Tuesday

2011-04-26T06:00:00.001-05:00

Today is Tantalizing Tuesday over at Meljen's Design. I created the card using "Baby Stork" from the previously released images. These images are GREAT for new parents!!

I colored the stork with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Life's Little Occasions" by K&Company. The sentiment is a freebie from Melissa. I added yellow ribbon, green rick rack, yellow/green paper flowers. My finishing touches are colored pearls.

Seeds of Kindness

2011-04-25T06:00:00.001-05:00

Happy Monday!! I just love this image called "Seeds of Kindness" by DeeDee Digis. This is so true, anytime you make a friend it takes just something small (Like a seed). A smile, a hug, an ear or cardmaking is all that is needed to make and keep friends forever.

I colored this plant with Copic markers. my designer paper is from Michael's. My stickers are from Jolee's and I finished with colored pearls.

This is from one friend to another, take a seed and plant one today!!

Happy Easter!!

2011-04-24T06:00:00.002-05:00

I created this card with Easter in mind. I am using "Easter Lilies With Sentiments Digi Set" by Fred, She Said. I love the lily image and the perfect sentiment. I colored the lilies with Copic markers. My designer paper is Cappella Paper Pad by Basic Grey. I added a pale yellow and soft teal satin ribbon and yellow bow. My finishing touch are pale yellow pearls.

Celebration!!!-New Design Team Member...

2011-04-22T06:00:00.001-05:00

Woot, Woot, I am the NEW design team member for Meljen's Design. I am so EXCITED to make this announcement!! It is a dream come true, I just LOVE all of Melissa's images and looking forward to creating with them.

My first creation is using the new releases for Meljen's Design Challenge. This week's challenge is to create a masculine card. I am using the "Fireman Bear" and two Freebie sentiments that I put together on the computer to generate my own. I colored him with Copic markers. My designer paper is "Americana" from K&Company. I finished with a tan satin ribbon/bow, red pearls and a red star.

Here are the new releases:

Gifts Of Spring!!

2011-04-18T06:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Monday to everyone! For my post, I am using "Gifts of Spring" from DeeDee's Digis. I colored my image with Copic markers. My designer papers are from Hobby Lobby. I used the MS punch with corner flowers. My flower lace is from my sister Darsie's stash. My sentiment is "First Peek Of Spring" another of DeeDee's Digis. I finished with yellow, pink and blue pearls.