Good 'Ol Card Making!

Hey everyone!  I'm back with some cards to share!  Sorry if I've got some repeats but I figure if I can't remember what I've shared....you may not either...lol!  I'm pretty sure these weren't shared on my blog though.

These cards were featured in the April 2012 issue of Scrapbook News and Review.  I love creating cards this way...real easy with only patterned paper, trim, stickers, and good old alphabet stickers!  They come together so easy!

If you pick ONE thing that really stands out and will steal the show, you're good to go.  Here on each card I've chosen a bright color trim, a beautiful pre-made flower, or a fun greeting to showcase on the card.

Click on each photo for supply lists.



This card was created with only Webster's Pages goodies!  I love me some Webster's Pages!




I love the colors on this card and my "love bug" sentiment.  Do you have a bunch of those Maya Road acetate doilies?  I've got a BUNCH of em in black AND white!  LOL!  They must have been on sale because I can't seem to get rid of my stash of them!




This card was created with some REAL OLD stash from my craft room!  But what I looooove the most is my trusty DYMO label maker!  Just pull that sucker out and you've got a quick sentiment or some fun journaling!  I stock it the same way I do adhesive...I ALWAYS buy more when I'm out and about at the craft store.  I GOT to make sure I've got some on hand because if I were to run out...it would TOTALLY spoil my crafty day!

Do you find that you create more with patterned paper and embellishments?  Do you gravitate more to stamps?  What DO you seem to be drawn to when creating cards?

A Winner and Eye Candy!

Hi Folks!  I have a winner of the free seat to my online class Scrapbooking with Punches and Die-Cuts!  Barb Turpin, if you don't already know, you won!  Thanks so much to everyone for your interest!  Class starts August 3rd if you'd like to sign up!  You don't have to be there the first day or any of the days I actually post the class.  I'll be there for questions and feedback and for at least a couple weeks after the class  finishes up!  You will have access to the class material for an unlimited time so it doesn't go away after the class ends, it will be there hanging out for you!  :)

And because I haven't posted anything to look at for awhile, here is some creations full of love.  The first layout was created for one of my bestest buddies ever!  Oh how I love this girl!  She and her Hubby have continually inspired me to strive and work at my marriage.  For those married, it's not that easy at times, it takes lots of work!  Am I right?  These two serve as a constant reminder of how to stay thoughtful, how to understand each other, and an example of immense loyalty.  I love these two with all my heart.

My dear S and T if you're reading this, I love you guys so much!  Thank you for bringing both of those beautiful babies into this world.  I love your two rug-rats with all my heart and am so honored I am blessed with you all in my life.

I Wish You Love by Maureen Esquillo-Kao Supplies Patterned Paper: Luxe Designs, My Mind’s Eye; Overlay: Luxe Designs; Alphabet Stickers: American Crafts; Journaling Card, Tab: My Mind’s Eye; Flowers: Petaloo; Button: Nikki Sivils; Mists: Lindy’s Stamp Gang, Maya Road; Label Maker: Dymo; Other: Felt hearts, rhinestones, flowers, ribbon

And this next card was very fun to create.  I think my favorite part is the dotting of liquid pearls behind that glittered fairly.  Such a fabulously textured card!  For supply lists of the next two creations, just click on the photos and you will be brought to my Flickr account which has supplies listed!

This third project is actually a hybrid layout.  Most of it is digitally created and I went in and added buttons and bling, liquid pearl smatterings and some fun flower trim!  If you don't want bulky pages, this is the way to go!  And in this day and age of skimping and saving, digital creating is a viable option.  Buy a digital kit and you can use it over and over and over.  Think of all the moolah you can save!  Create hybrid or fully digital layouts.  I'm so happy I explored Digi!

All three projects were created for the March 2012 issue of Scrapbook News and Review.

Have you tried digital creating?  If you've been intrigued and haven't started learning, what's stopped you?

I hope you are all having a fabulous week.

The newest issue of Scrapbook News and Review is available!

My class is starting this Friday and I am beyond excited...but nervous as well!  Wish me luck!  Wish me more students while you're at it (wink wink)!