Ellie Baptism 2019

 

Continuing on with our 2019 photobook, here is a two-page layout of my niece, Eleanor's, Baptism. She was Baptized at Saint Michael the Archangel Church in Cleveland, OH. We celebrated with a party at the Independence Place Party Center in N.Royalton, OH.

What's so special is the gown that she wore, has been in our family through 3 generations. We created a list of all who has worn it.

Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies Used:

My Memories Suite digital software

Background - Raspberry Ripple Textured Paper

Embellishments - MM8 (Baby Grace Flower - MyMem)

Stamp Brush Set - Autumn Elements (flourish - SU); Easter Blessings (crosswords-SU)

Font - Cordial (white); Good Vibrations (Yellow)

T and A Wedding 2019

 

Working on our 2019 photobook... still in May 2019. Here is a two page layout from our niece, Tori, and her husband, Aaron's, wedding at the Skyview Lodge in Brunswick Hills, OH. It was a beautiful day... the rain held out until we were at the reception. 

I kept the background white, and used the decorative border in burgundy - which were the wedding colors.

Thanks for taking a closer look.

Supplies Used:

My Memories Suite digital software

Background - white

Embellishments - Loved Mini Kit (flower - PattyB)

Stamp Brush Set - Torn Edges (border-burgundy - SU)

Font - Chancellor (burgundy)

Forever Blooms

 

My GodDaughter and her partner have gotten married! Simple ceremony because of the "Rona"... sad we couldn't be there to celebrate with them. They plan on having a larger reception after this crisis is over. Their colors are Deep Purple/Eucalyptus/and Dark Blue.... with that in mind, I chose Blackberry Bliss, Just Jade and Blueberry Bushel from the Stampin' Up! colors.

Just some things to note on my card: I colored the rhinestones with Stampin' Blends Blackberry Bliss markers, and I stamped, then cut out an additional rose to create a full "bouquet" -- AND used a dimensional behind to make it 'pop'.

Thanks for taking a closer look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Sets - Flowering Blooms, Forever Fern

Ink - Blueberry Bushel, Blackberry Bliss, Just Jade

Paper - Blackberry Bliss, Whisper White, Just Jade

Accessories - Die-Cut/Emboss Machine, Tasteful Labels dies, Flowering dies, dimensionals, Gold Metallic Edge Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, glue dots

Bouquet Band

I wanted a simple yet elegant anniversary card for my Dad and his wife. I chose the Cajun Craze DSP for the masculine look and the Detailed Bands for the elegant look. The sentiment is from the 'Beautiful Bouquet' stamp set.

The card looked okay without the ribbon I attached, but wanted to step-it-up a bit to add more elegance with the metallic trim on the ribbon.

Thanks for taking a closer look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Set - Beautiful Bouquet

Ink - Cajun Craze

Paper - Whisper White, Cajun Craze, Cajun Craze DSP

Accessories - Die-cut/Emboss Machine, Detailed Bands dies, Metallic Edged Ribbon 

2019 Painting with A Twist

My best friend, Dawn, had a painting party at 'Painting with a Twist' for her birthday. She is a pro at these paintings.... me not so much. We always have a blast when we get together though. With her family and friends... it was an extra special evening out.

Supplies Used:

My Memories Suite digital software

Background - Alouette Feathers Gold (MyMem)

Punches - Square (filled w/beige)

Embellishments - Grosgrain Ribbon (Bravo Burgundy-SU); Rustic Memories (LLLCrtn), Blog Train Gift (paintswatch - Kathryn); Color My World (paint drip & paint - LinsCre); Little Artist (Paint Brush & Palette - ddnd)

Stamp Brush Sets - Decorative Overlays (SU)

Font - Curlz MT (beige) Calisto MT (brown)

 

2019 Emily and Tyler Wedding

 

Wow! It's been a while since I worked on my photobook, so I'm a bit behind in them. Still working on 2019!!!! My GodSon and his lovely wife were married May 4, 2019. Their wedding colors were white, gray and turquoise. It was an honor to be asked to create the wedding invitations and response cards for them.

This two-page spread came together pretty quickly, as I coordinated the colors of the wedding into my photobook page. I even used the fonts on my page that I used for their wedding invitations. Good way to tie things together!

Supplies Used:

My Memories Suite digital software

Background - white

Embellishments - Wedding Day Confetti (jewels - MyMem); Blue and White Flowers (MyMem)

Stamp Brush Set - Decorative Overlays (SU- gray)

Font - Bernhart (gray) Shelley Volante (turquoise)

Yearly Flowers

Working with several new stamps and die-cuts here. The sentiment is from the 'Best Year' stamp set. The frame is from the 'Tasteful Labels' dies, and the flowers are from the 'Jar of Flowers' set. I know what you're going to say... "Wait!, the 'Jar of Flowers' doesn't need the jar/vase?". The answer is NO! Strategically placed, you can create a beautiful spray behind a label.

If you look closely, the flower image is stamped in the opposite corners evenly apart. Now, when I placed the label on top.... I chose to offset it, so that more of the top floral spray was seen instead of the bottom spray. It looked okay if it was directly in the center too. So, several options can be done to create the card you like.

Thanks for taking a look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp sets - Jar of Flowers, Best Year

Ink - Memento, Stampin' Blends (Seaside Spray, Purple Posy, Soft Suede, Petal Pink, Mint Macaron)

Paper - Seaside Spray, Basic Black, Whisper White

Accessories - Die-Cut/Emboss Machine, Tasteful Labels dies, dimensionals, Black Twine

 

Thoughtful Jar

 

Using the 'Jar of Flowers' stamp set paired with the 'Sending You Thoughts' stamp set on this card. I wanted a fall feel, but also a cheery card to brighten my friend's day. She's been in the hospital for a week now. I chose the colors of Calypso Coral, Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green and Cinnamon Cider. I also added some shimmer to the flowers with 'Wink of Stella'.

Thanks for taking a closer look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Sets - Jar of Flowers, Sending You Thoughts

Ink - Calypso Coral, Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Cinnamon Cider

Paper - Bermuda Bay, Basic Black, Whisper White

Accessories - scissors, Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon

Kitty Moments

Our niece loves kitties, so the 'Pretty Kitty' stamp set is perfect for her. On a previous card, I created a lovely card using frogs around the border, so I thought to do this here -- but with kittens. I colored the kittens with my Stampin' Blends markers, and each one is a little different, but the same color.

I used a Stampin' Write marker to create the lines and dots for the border.

Thanks for taking a look.

Supplies used:

Stamp Sets - Pretty Kitty, Wonderful Moments

Ink - Memento, Stampin' Blends (Highland Heather, Gray Granite, Petal Pink)

Paper - Highland Heather, Basic Black, Whisper White

Home Front

My niece and nephew-in-law just purchased their new home! What an exciting time for them! 

Now, their new home is not in the woods, nor is it a cabin.... but it is probably one of the few home stamps I own. LOL! 

I few things to notice... I've tried to master the cut/emboss dies here. I know there is probably a better way to achieve it. But, I had to run it through the Die-Cut/Emboss Machine twice to get the results here. The first time, I just cut the die shape out. Now, without removing the paper from the die, run it through the Die-Cut/Emboss Machine again... but this time with a silicone mat. The embossed edge is now showing.

I colored in the home with Stampin' Blends (ivory and Crumb Cake). AND... stamped the tree with Mossy Meadow and stamped once for the dark color and stamped again (without inking again to get the lighter shade).

Thanks for dropping by!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Sets - Snow Front, Wonderful Moments

Ink - Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Mossy Meadow, Soft Suede, Stampin' Blends (Ivory, Crumb Cake)

Paper - Crumb Cake, Mossy Meadow, Whisper White

Accessories - Die-Cut/Emboss Machine, Layered Leaves embossing folder, Tasteful Labels dies, Whisper White Organdy Ribbon, dimensionals, glue dots

Jar of Moments

With the new 'Jar of Flowers' bundle... you can create many different variations with the jars and flowers..... OR.... just use the flowers by themselves. Such a cute set. The bundle includes the 'Jar Punch'.

Here, I used the sunflower stamped flower with the jar. You can have the jar opaque or show the stems like I did here.

I do wish the flowers had a die-cut that coordinates with them, but it doesn't. So, yes... I did fussy cut them out.

Thanks for taking a closer look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp sets - Jar of Flowers, Wonderful Moments

Ink - Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Pool Party, Garden Green, Stampin' Blends (So Saffron, Soft Suede, Call Me Clover, Bronze, Cherry Cobbler, Balmy Blue)

Paper - Cherry Cobbler, Early Espresso, So Saffron, Whisper White, Wood Textures DSP

Accessories - scissors, dimensionals, Early Espresso Taffeta Ribbon

Ladybugs

I used Leah Fedynak's card (right) for inspiration for my own. Thanks Leah for your creativity!

Each ladybug from the 'Little Ladybug' stamp set has it's own coordinating 'Ladybug' die-cut shape. So, this card was so easy to create! The dies include flowers and grass too!

I used Stampin' Blends markers to color in the images. The colors used are: Light Petal Pink (for the faces), Blackberry Bliss, Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, Seaside Spray, Shaded Spruce (for the clover).

Thanks for taking a closer look!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Set - Little Ladybug

Ink - Memento, Stampin' Blends (Petal Pink, Blackberry Bliss, Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, Seaside Spray, Shaded Spruce)

Paper - Flirty Flamingo, Basic Black, Whisper White

Accessories - Die-cut/Emboss Machine, Ladybugs dies

Garage Card

The stamps in the 'Geared Up Garage' are perfect for my nephew who works in an auto dealership working on cars.

I used the oil stamp to create the background that you see here. I stamped the image several times, over-lapping the images.

The sentiment is from the 'Here's a Card' stamp set.

Thanks for dropping by!

Supplies Used:

Stamp sets - Geared Up Garage, Here's A Card

Ink - Memento, Stampin' Blends (Smoky Slate, Mint Macaron)

Paper - Mint Macaron, Basic Black, Whisper White

Accessories - Die-cut/Emboss Machine, Garage Gears dies, Black Twine, dimensionals