Wednesday, September 11, 2013

TGF RETRO FRESH Challenge~AUTUMN COLORS!

Hey there, Farm friends! Today starts a new TGF Retro Fresh Challenge for the month of September. What's RETRO FRESH? It just means you  need to use a TGF image that's older than 6 months (so NO newly released stamps).

So what is this month's challenge? Well, since the temps are starting to cool off in most states (except in Texas where it's still 100+), and Autumn is quickly approaching, I thought I'd help get us in that cooler weather mode by making our challenge... 

AUTUMN COLORS!

For today's challenge I made another Mini Pizza Box. You can view the tutorial HERE.
 I used Eric and he's retired from the store. He's colored with Copics.
Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Shirt: YR21, YR24, YR27, E44
Pants: YG93, YG95, E43, E44
Shoes: E43, E44
Plaid Scarf: YG95, YR27, E44

I used some dps from KI Memories Autumn Flowers 6x6 Paper Pad available at Walmart. I distressed the edges with Walnut Stain Distress Ink. The green, velvet ribbon is from Michaels. The sentiment is from a some paper in the SN@P Simple Stories 6x6 Paper Pad.

 
Ready to go Retro?

One lucky winner will receive a 4x6 set AND a single in stock!

Enter along at TGF Blog using these simple guidelines:
*TGF image 6 months or older
*Any crafting project is welcomed - card, 3D project, scrapbook page
*Upload to your blog, online gallery, and link up at TGF Blog HERE.
*You have until Tuesday, October 8th at noon CST to join in on the fun.

Have a great Wednesday!
Rosie :)

Monday, September 9, 2013

Inspiration Monday~BRIGHT BIRTHDAY!

Happy Monday everyone! It's time for another La-La Land Crafts Inspiration Monday and this week our challenge is:
BRIGHT BIRTHDAY!
We hope our amazing Monday Team gets you inspired to create a birthday card/project that is Bright and Bold. And don't forget to share your creations on our Facebook Page! We love seeing your amazing cards!!
 
Today I used the super adorable RETRO MARCI.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44. E47. E49
Dress: R22, R24, R27, R29, C3, C5, C7
Headband: R27, BG13, C7
Scarf/Socks: R27, BG13
Glasses/Purse: BG10, BG13, BG15, BG18
Shoes/Belt: C3, C5, C7
 
I used decorative papers from Ki Memories CELEBRATE 6x6 paper pad that I got from Walmart! The presents were also cut from a dp in the same paper pad. I also used the La-La Land Crafts Flag Banner Die in the corner.
 
 Don't forget, you can join in all the fun at La-La Land Crafts by adding your creations to our Facebook Page and Twitter Feed.
 
Have a great week!
Rosie :)

7 Kids College Fund~You Are My Boy!

Happy Monday everyone! I'm back to share my latest card for 7 Kids College Fund! Don't forget you still have today to enter our current challenge of Anything Goes with the twist "MARKERS" over at the 7 Kids College Fund Challenge Blog. Keep in mind that in order to qualify for any prizes or Top 3, you must:

1) Use a stamped image carried in the 7 KIDS STORE!

2) Link to the 7 Kids College Fund Challenge Blog in your post. 
 
Today I'm using La-La Land Crafts Sitting Luka along with a new paper pad from Echo Park called All About A Boy. I also used the La-La Land Crafts Garden Bench Die. The white doily is from Bo Bunny.
 
 The words in the corner and the sentiment underneath Luka are all from the Echo Park All About A Boy paper pad....LOVE it!!
 
Don't forget to hop along with our RESIN Hop going on right now HERE!!
 
Have a great week!
Rosie :)

Saturday, September 7, 2013

7 Kids College Fund RESIN/BEZEL Blog Hop!!

Happy Saturday everyone! Today's a special blog hop at 7 Kids College Fund featuring some AWESOME new products that we are loving: RESIN & BEZELS!! You will be totally blown away by the awesome talent from my fellow DT sistas! Here is the complete Blog line-up:

7 Kids College Fund

After visiting and leaving comments on all the designers' blog, you'll want to head back to the 7 Kids College Fund blog and let us know you completed the hop!
ONE random hopper will win a $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE to the store (winner will be announced on Wednesday, 9/11)!!

To also help you out, you can save 15% now on all Media Mixage and RESIN products in the store through 09/14 by using code:

MIXEDMEDIA15
Now, on to my projects! Here are the two Bezel's I made using various craft items and the ICE RESIN 16 oz KIT. This kit doesn't come with the mixing cups so be sure to grab those in the store too. You can get a quantity of 5 HERE or if you really plan to get busy you can get a quantity of 50 cups HERE. You can view all the Resin products in the Store HERE.
Here's a closeup of the Spellbinders Silver Rectangles 2 Bezel. I used blue foil that was wrapped around a small Kinder Chocolate Egg. One side is blue foil and one side is silver. I tore off two pieces and scrunched them to fit inside. Then I added light pink rhinestones up the middle and little glitter bead balls in gold and silver. I got this idea from the Resin Crafts Blog HERE....she has some totally AMAZING jewelry and ideas on her blog!!! Her foil work is soooo much better, but hey, this is my first try! :) You should check out the Resin Crafts Blog for more inspiration...just be prepared to be hooked!!


On the large Spellbinders Silver Hearts 1 Bezel, I added patterned paper from Kaisercraft Bubblegum Hills Collection 6x6 paper pad to the background. The key tip to remember is that you have to spread a few layers of Mod Podge over any paper you add to the inside (2-3 layers on both sides). Otherwise, the Resin will add black spots to your paper. I then added the metal charm, ceramic rose, crystal spray, light pink rhinestones, and glitter. Another good tip is to glue all your pieces down first. I didn't glue it all down so some pieces started floating. It still looks okay, but now I know!

 I'm the last one on the hop! So be sure to head back to the 7 Kids College Fund Store Blog and leave a comment telling us you finished the hop!

Have a great weekend! And keep an eye out for more Resin creations from me! It's a lot of fun and now I can see how addicting it can be, haha!

Love ya,
Rosie :)

Friday, September 6, 2013

TGF Farm Fresh Friday~PICTURE THIS!


TGI Friday baby!! I'm so glad the weekend is here!! The hubby has been sick most of the week  with a sinus and upper respiratory infection....not good, poor guy! So I've been trying to nurse him back to health! Man it's a lot of work!! He appreciates it so that helps! I'm just glad he's feeling better. :)
Today starts a new Farm Fresh Friday challenge over at The Greeting Farm. The challenge for the next week is:

PICTURE THIS!!

To see some amazing creations from my fellow DT sistas, be sure to head over to The Greeting Farm Blog!! They are amazing as always and so dang creative!
For my card today I used two stamps: Frou Frou Fabulous and Ian from the Picture Perfect Set. Aren't they perfect together?! Both are stamped on X-Press It Blending Card and colored with Copics.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: YR27, YR24, YR21
Red: R22, R24, R27, R29
Dress: B91, B93, B95, B99
 Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Shirt/Shoes: E41, E42, E43
T-Shirt: R22, R24, R29
Jeans: B91, B93, B95, B99
Camera: C3, C5, N0

Did you know that The Greeting Farm is also stocking 6x6 paper pads?? I bought several pads from the store when I found out!! On my card today I used dps from Carta Bella DEVOTED 6x6 paper pad....LOVE IT!!!! The polaroid frame around Frou Frou is from TGF Film and Polaroid Die Set! The corners were cut with a Whimsy Stamps Corner Die and I added pearls from Recollections. The ribbon is from Hobby Lobby.

 Here's how to Play:

*You must use a TGF Stamp (rubber, digi, or clear) as your main image.

*Entries must be uploaded via InLinkz no later than Thursday, September 12th at NOON, CST.

*You can add a direct link to your entry from your personal blog, SCS gallery, Flickr or TGF Galleria. (If the InLinkz tool is missing, feel free to link your submission URL in the comments section on TGF Blog).

*The fabulous prize: A random participant will be selected to win their choice of an in-stock SINGLE RUBBER STAMP or a 4x6 Set!!

I can't wait to see what you created using the Picture This theme!!

Have a great weekend!
Rosie :)

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Alicia Decorating Cake with Cherries!

Hi everyone! Today I'm sharing a card using a stamp from Alicia's Little Shop. For the month of September I get to be a Guest Designer, WOOT, WOOT!! I'm really excited about this opportunity! So for this month, you'll get to see a card every Thursday featuring stamps from this amazing on-line store. :)

Today, I'm using Alicia Decorating a Cake with Cherries. She was so much fun to color! She's printed on X-Press It Blending Card and colored with Copics.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Eyes: G21, G24, G28
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Dress/Headband: R81, R83, R85
Shoes: E41, E43
Apron/Table: R81, G21, G24, G28
Jar of Cherries: R22, R24, R29, C3
Cake: R81, R83, R85, R29
Cake Plate: C3, C5
Candle: BG10, BG13, BG15, YR21, YR28

I used some dps from Kaisercraft  Bubblegum Hills Collection 6x6 paper pad. The ribbon is from Michaels. The pink crystal sprays are from LizyJose. I made the Happy Birthday sentiment with a Martha Stewart Punch. The image got a coating of Stampendous Shabby Pink Embossing Enamel along the edges. The pink cherry blossom is from my friend Cebelica. :)

Head over to Alicia's Little Shop to check out the other amazing digi stamps available! You can also see more card samples on the ALS Blog.

Have a great Thursday!
Hugs,
Rosie :)

Monday, September 2, 2013

Inspiration Monday~TAGS!!

Happy Monday everyone! It's time for another La-La Land Crafts Inspiration Monday and this week our challenge is:

TAGS!

You can make a tag or add a tag to your card or you can get even more creative like Guest DT Tracey and make a Tag Shaped card. It's totally up to you!! We hope our amazing Monday Team gets you inspired to create something with the Tag theme in mind. And don't forget to share your creations on our Facebook Page! We love seeing your amazing cards and who knows....it could land you a Guest DT spot on our awesome team!! :)

Now, on to my card! For today's creation I used Lil' Rocker Luka. I think he's sooooo adorable!!

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Hat: C7, C5, C3, G21, G24, G28, Stardust Stickles
Shirt/Shoes: C7, C5, C3
Pants: B91, B93, B95, C3
Guitar: Copic Mulitliner .5, E31, G21, G28, C3, C5
 
I used some dps from Pink Paislee Old School Paper Pack. I used the Wings Die Set from La-La Land Crafts in the right corner and I made a tag for the left corner. The metal stud trim is from Webster's Pages. The sentiment is a stamp from UNITY....love their sentiment stamps!!
 Don't forget, you can join in all the fun at La-La Land Crafts by adding your creations to our Facebook Page and Twitter Feed.

Have a great week!
Rosie :) 

Yumi & Fumi Challenge #23~BACK TO SCHOOL!

Happy Sunday everyone!! Today, we are back for our next Yumi and Fumi challenge. We want to say a huge THANK YOU to all of you who participated in our last challenge!! You guys are AMAZING!!
We also want to announce that we have a new Designer joining Team Yumi. The very talented Taylor Usry is now part of our awesome team!! Please check out Taylor's Blog THE QUIET MOMENTS and leave her a comment. I'm sure she would enjoy your visit!!
Before linking your card please read our new challenge guidelines by clicking HERE. We are still a bi-weekly challenge blog, but the biggest change we made is that you can now use ANY stamped image!!! You have to use a hand-colored image on your project though! No "sentiment only" cards allowed. However, if you use a Y&FH image your name will be added a maximum of 1 extra time after the last name in Inlinkz. Remember also....only 1 entry per person. :)

What's up for grabs? The winner will receive a $10 gift certificate to the Yumi & Fumi Handmade online store. Our Top 3 will receive a 10% discount code to be used in the Yumi & FumiHandmade online store. AWESOME!!

Now on to Challenge #23! This challenge for the next two weeks is: 
BACK TO SCHOOL!
For many of us in the U.S., this time of year means getting ready for school. Some schools start back early in August and some are just now getting back to the grind. My little guy started last Monday and let me tell ya, that first week, was a doozie!! He and I are not morning people!!
For my card today I used the adorable Fumi with Bear Backpack. She's such a cutie and totally reminds me of my friend's daughter Sadie!! 

Copics:
Skin: E000. E00, E01, E02, E11
Eyes: E43, E44
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Red: R22, R24, R27, R29
Black: C3, C5, C7, Black, Stickles
Bear: E42, E43, E44

I decided to make an 8x8 wall hanging. I used some school dps from DCWV The Grade School Pack 8x8 paper pad. I did add some stickles to the letters on the tree and also to the words, Back to School just to bling it up a bit. The ribbon is from Hobby Lobby.


Here's a closer view. I raised the sentiment and Fumi on pop-dots.

We hope you will join in our "Back to School" challenge using ANY image you like! We can't wait to see what you make!! Remember, only 1 entry per person. You have until Friday, September 13th to join in our challenge. We'll announce the winner and top 3 picks on Saturday, September 14th!

Good Luck everyone!!

Hugs!
Rosie :)

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Happy Birthday LEANNE POE!!

Today is a special day because it's the birthday of an awesome lady and friend, Leanne Poe!! She's also the part owner of Yumi and Fumi....she's the FUMI. HAPPY BIRTHDAY girl!!

To celebrate her pure awesome-ness, we've gathered some of her friends and made her some cards to show her our love! You can view all the cards on the Yumi and Fumi Handmade Crafts Blog!! Please leave her a comment too...she'll definitely read them and will appreciate it!!

For my birthday card I used Fumi with Turtle...LOVE this stamp!

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Eyes: E43, E44
Hair: C3, C5, C7, Black
 Shirt: B00, B01, B04, B05
Turtle, G21, G24, G28, E11, E13, E15
Flower: Y08, B04

Leanne's favorite colors are blue and green! I found some awesome blue and green dps in this paper pad from Echo Park called For The Record 2~DOCUMENTED 6x6 paper pad. The ribbon is from Walmart. The sentiment and the "celebrate" banner are stickers. The blue rhinestones are from my stash.
Now head over to the Yumi and Fumi Blog to see the other birthday cards and to leave her your wonderful birthday wishes!

Have a great Sunday Leanne!!
Love ya,
Rosie :)

The Greeting Farm SEPTEMBER Release is Picture Perfect!!

Happy September 1st everyone!! Thank you so much for joining us on our Release Day for The Greeting Farm!

In addition to the release, we have some super fun buzz going on over on our Facebook page regarding a "Super Secret Stamp Club" coming SOON! You'll also want to check out our August newsletter for the exclusive "esSAY what?!"  contest going on for a few more weeks that you don't want to miss!

It's been an awesome preview last week sharing our creations of the new Picture Perfect Set, Royal Cuties, and Frou Frou Fabulous!! Now, YOU have the opportunity to win it all!!!
It's time for our TGF Monthly Blog Hop, where you will see more projects by the Design Team!! Leave a comment on each blog, then hop back over to TGF BLOG to let us know you're done. That's it! One random winner will be selected to win the ENTIRE RELEASE!! Be sure to finish the hop by tomorrow night (September 2nd) at 11:30pm (CST). The winner will be announced on September 3rd! :)

For my project today I used the Anya in the Picture Perfect Set. She's so stinkin' adorable and soooo reminds me of ME (I'm the family paparazzi)!!

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Dress: R81, R83, R85
Camera/Boots: C3, C5, C7, Black

I also used the Film & Polaroid Die, which coordinates perfectly with this stamp set! My dps are from Simple Stories Oh Snap 6x6 paper pad....perfect huh?! The pink satin ribbon is from Walmart.

Your next stop of this hop is Maria Therese! Have a great time hopping and good luck! If you can't wait to get your cuties (before they sell out) then head over to TGF STORE now!!

Hugs,
Rosie :)

Friday, August 30, 2013

A Creative Romance~CAS (Clean & Simple)

Hiya peeps! It's Friday, WOOT, WOOT and I'm back with another challenge for you from A Creative Romance Blog!! 

For the next month we challenge you to make a:
CAS card (clean & simple).

To inspire you all and get your creative juices flowing, our Design Team, the Chic Crafters, are sharing some magnificent creations. Be sure to check out all the amazing cards from my fellow DT members HERE!

Our Sponsor this time is Little Darlings Rubber Stamps with a selection of stamps to the lucky winner, picked at random.


For my card today I used this awesome stamp from Stamping Bella called Yours Truly by Diane Duda.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Heart: R20
Lips: R20, R24
Pink: R81, R83, R85

The embossing folder is from The Paper Studio at Hobby Lobby. The only thing I added was the strip of paper from Carta Bella DEVOTED 6x6 paper pad.

One lucky winner will be randomly selected for the prize and 3 entries will be selected to win our Paper Goddess badge. Isn't is so pretty?!
 
Our Winners Badge
 
So what are you waiting for?!! Head over to A CREATIVE ROMANCE and link up your "CAS" card!
 
Hugs,
Rosie :)

TGF Farm Fresh Friday~ANYA-licious!


TGI Friday baby!! I'm so glad the weekend is here and we survived our first week of school! My little guy started 2nd grade this year....man it happened so fast! He was excited the first few days, but the early morning are starting to catch up with him (evident is yesterday evening's grumpiness). He just has to survive today and then it's a 3-day weekend, WOOT, WOOT!!
 
Today starts a new Farm Fresh Friday challenge over at The Greeting Farm. The challenge for the next week is:

ANYA-licious!!
(use any Anya image)

To see some amazing creations from my fellow DT sistas, be sure to head over to The Greeting Farm Blog!!
 
For my card today I used one of my favorite Anya image of all time....MERMAID ANYA. She's so much fun to color!! I stamped her on X-Press It Blending Card and colored her with Copics.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: BG13, BG15, BG18
Shell top: R81, R83, R85, Stickles
Bottom: R81, R83, R85, V01, V04, V06, V09

Did you know that The Greeting Farm is also stocking 6x6 paper pads?? I bought several pads from the store when I found out!! On my card today I used dps from Carta Bella DEVOTED 6x6 paper pad. The satin ribbon is from Walmart. The crystal sprays are from an online store called LizyJose. The pearls are from Recollections and the cherry blossoms are from my friend Cebelica.
 
 Here's how to play: 
You must use a TGF stamp (rubber, digi, or clear) as your main image.
  • Entries must be uploaded via InLinkz no later than Thursday, September 5th at NOON CST.
  • You can add a direct link to your entry from your personal blog, SCS gallery, Flickr or TGF galleria. (If the InLinkz tool is missing, feel free to link your submission URL in the comment section!)
  •  The fabulous prize: A random participant will be selected to win their choice of an in-stock SINGLE RUBBER STAMP or a 4x6 set!
I can't wait to see what you create using your favorite Anya!!
 
Have a great weekend!
 Rosie :)

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

7 Kids College Fund Challenge: ANYTHING GOES + MARKERS!

Happy Wednesday everyone! This week has been a busy one already! My son started 2nd grade on Monday and came home with homework the very first day....no slowly breaking in the kids these days! It's definitely a challenge balancing everything that's for sure!

Today starts a new challenge over at 7 Kids College Fund. All are challenges throughout the rest of the year will be ANYTHING GOES! But we are alternating our TWIST between Markers and Vintage. For the next two weeks our challenge is:

ANYTHING GOES with a twist of MARKERS!

You will see on the challenge blog that all the DT used SWEET PEA stamps. This is my first time using one and I loved coloring this awesome stamped called SPARKLE ANGEL. I stamped her on X-Press It Blending Card with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and colored her with Copics. I also added Stardust Stickles and Stampendous Frantage Aged Teal and Chunky White embossing enamel.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E02, E11, E13
Hair: E43, E44, E47
Green: G07, G21, G28
Purple: V12, V15, V17
Teal: BG10, BG13, BG15
Blue Background: B21, B23, B24, B28
Top Fish: B00, B24, R27, YR23, YR04
Bottom Fish: YR04, YR21, YR23, YR24

Here's my card using various items carried in the 7 Kids College Fund STORE. The background dp is from a mixed media paper pad. The middle black/white panel and blue/white dotted dp are from Echo Park. I added Stardust Stickles along the paper edges.

 
This challenge ends on September 10th so I hope to see you all entering your cards at the 7 Kids College Fund Challenge Blog!
 
Have a great rest of the week!
Rosie :)

The Greeting Farm September Preview of FROU FROU FABULOUS!

It's the end of the month and that means lots of previews this week at The Greeting Farm!! If you haven't joined us before then you'll definitely want to head over to TGF Blog and hop along today for a chance at winning the awesome new stamp being previewed today!

Her name is FROU FROU FABULOUS!!

I made a card and a 4x4 Mini Pizza Box.



Here's a side view of the pizza box.
 Would you like to win this gorgeous stamp?

Of course you would!!

Here's what you have to do:

*Head over to TGF BLOG and visit each of the Designers’ blogs by clicking on their names (above the pictures).

*Leave a sweet comment on each of our blogs. You have until 11:45pm CST tonight to comment.

*Then come back to The Greeting Farm Blog and leave a comment letting us know you are done and your name is officially in the random draw. :)

Hugs!
Rosie :)

Monday, August 26, 2013

Inspiration Monday~Buttons!

We have a new Inspiration Monday Challenge for La-La Land Crafts starting today! The theme this week is: 

BUTTONS! 

You should definitely stop by the LLLC Blog to see all the creative and gorgeous makes from my DT sisters! They are truly amazing!!

For my card today I used some newly release CHA items! First up is Christmas Ornament Marci...she's one of my new faves!! Just in time to start on those Christmas cards!!

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Red: R24, R27, R29, R39
Green: G21, G24, G28

I was inspired by a card that Dina Kowal made back in December. She used a colorful bird image, but my favorite part of the card was how she looped twine through several buttons along one side. You can see her amazing card HERE.

The dps are from Authentique. I used the new Heart Doily Border Die. The buttons and twine were in my stash. The pearls are from Recollections. I distressed the paper edges with Walnut Stain Distress Ink and raised Marci on pop-dots.

Don't forget, you can join in all the fun at La-La Land Crafts by adding your creations to our Facebook Page and Twitter Feed.

Have a great week! 

Rosie

Top Hat Steampunk Marci for 7 Kids College Fund!

Hi everyone and Happy Monday....unless you're me and then it's TIRED Monday because school starts today for my little guy (and we are not morning people)!! 
I'm back today to share my latest creation for 7 Kids College Fund. Don't forget you still have today to enter our current challenge of Anything Goes with the twist "VINTAGE" over at the 7 Kids College Fund Challenge Blog. 
Keep in mind that in order to qualify for any prizes or Top 3, you must:

1) Use a stamped image carried in the 7 KIDS STORE!

2) Link to the 7 Kids College Fund Challenge Blog in your post.


For my card I used some newly released CHA items currently on pre-order in the 7 Kids College Fund Store! First up is my image from La-La Land Crafts called Top Hat Steampunk Marci. She's stamped on X-Press It Blending Card and coloring with Copics.

Copics:
Skin: E000, E00, E01, E02, E11, E13
Hair: E44, E47, E49
Black: C3, C5, C7
Blue: BG53, BG07, BG09
Yellow: YR21, YR23, YR24

On my card I used some awesome dps from Graphic 45 Steampunk Spells 8x8 paper pad. On the corners I used La-La Land Crafts Steampunk Corner Die. I distressed the edges of my dps with Black Soot Distress Ink. The edges behind Marci were stamped with Wild Honey Distress Ink.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!!

Hugs,
Rosie :)