Some Kim Hughes goodness...

Want a sneak peak??? Ohhhh it is SO cute. This sweet lil' robot is from a set called Little Guy released Oct 2nd from Cornish Heritage Farms.









Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Little Guy (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper
-Blush Red Dark by Prism Paper
-Baby Blue Medium by Prism Paper
-White Prismatics

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap

Accessories
-Flamingo Ultrafine Pearlescent Glitter
-Brown Twill

Tool
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders
-Stapler

Note: The cute little box is from Taylored Expressions. Taylor has quite a few boxes to choose from--you won't be disappointed.

Have a wonderful day and stay tuned for more sneak peaks from Kim's newest releases.

Alli

Think Pink. Think Hope.

Every day people hear the news "You have cancer". Cancer has touched us all in one way or another--either personally or someone you know. As October is closely approaching, I thought it only suiting to start making cards with one of my fav sets called Ribbons by CHF.

Yesterday I had the privilege of being able to participate in a Splitcoast challenge. It has been AGES since I did that--and not because I don't want to--just time!
The featured stamper was Terry--she has such an array of cards and layouts to choose from. I found a 3 circle card that I just knew would be ideal for my ribbons set. If you have never participated in a Featured Stamper challenge before the general rule is that you case something from the "stamper's" gallery and list the ways in which you changed the design.
So here goes...I changed the card by adding a scallop at the bottom as well as an additional panel under the scallop, I changed the colours as well as the stamps, instead of using ribbon I used a thin piece of patterned paper, and I used my nestabilities to create a lifted edge rather than a circle punch.







Recipe
Stamp(s)
-Get Well Centers (Mona Lisa Moments) by CHF,
-Ribbons by CHF

Cardstock
-Cream by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Noteworthy Patterned Paper by Making Memories

Ink
-Mushroom by Ranger, Pink Sherbet by Ranger

Accessories
-Gemstones by Hero Arts
-Pink Say It with Crystals by Prim

Tools
-Scallop Punch by Fiskars
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders
-Paper Piercer

Have a wonderful day.

Alli

Sunday Tea?

Hello and happy Sunday! Today's card is a quick card--really one you can create in 5-10 minutes. I chose to create a "feel better soon" kinda card because lets face it the cold season is upon us *insert sigh*. We've already had it at my house and I am sure it will be back so in the meantime I am going to stock up on these sweet little 4.25x4.25 cards. And just in case you are new to my site and want to know how to create that edgy punch (the square outlines) on the card, check out the innie and outie tutorial located on the right hand side of my tool bar for step by step instructions.





Recipe

Stamp(s)
-Comforting Hugs (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock
-White Prismatics

Patterned Paper
-Noteworthy Circle Ledger by Making Memories

Ink
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Accessories
-Sheer Polka Dot Ribbon by May Arts

Tools
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders

Talk to you soon and make sure that you enter my WCMD blog draw located HERE.

Alli

It's only a week away!!!

Just a reminder that World Card Making Day is around the corner. I hope you will join me to connect with other card makers around the globe! In celebration, 50 people were chosen to giveaway the Paper Crafts issue of Cards, Gifts and More: Paper Crafting 3 Ways and guess what? I am one of those people giving awy this special issue. In addition, I am also giving away Papertrey Ink's Wise Owl and Wise Owl Bellies. What better way to celebrate World Card Making Day than to have inspiration and stamps at hand and a party with like crafters??!

For a chance to win a copy of Paper Crafts: Cards, Gifts and More OR Wise Owl & Bellies, please leave me a comment and tell me who you recently created a card for and whether or not you plan to participate in WCMD. You have until midnight on Oct 4th to leave me a comment. I will announce the winners on Oct 5th.

THE EVENT

World Card Making Day is a holiday especially for card makers around the world to:

• Celebrate the creativity of handmade cards and the personal connection that they create between friends and family
• Kick off (and get a head start on) the holiday card-making season

THE DAY

The first Saturday of each October, kicking off the holiday card-making season, the most popular time for creating and sharing handmade greetings.

THE ATTENDEES

The card-making community worldwide, including hobbyists, beginning card makers, manufacturers of card-making products, retail sellers of products, educators, and press are invited to come together to celebrate this holiday and creative passion.

THE PURPOSE

It is a day to connect with fellow card makers both near and far, to applaud the creativity that powers the craft, and to provide an opportunity for card makers to connect and find resources that will empower, inspire, and encourage them in their card making.

THE HOW

• Use the WCMD site to find unique ways to celebrate this special day. Make sure you check out the following places while you are there:
• Create a card using the Inspiration Avenue section
• Share your personal designs with the globe in the Creation Corner gallery
• Check out the Official World Card Making Day Retailer
• Discover fun ways to Celebrate

Hope to see you there!

Alli

1938 Suburban.

It's been a while since I pulled out the EP (embossing powder) and when I first saw this image I knew I had to make this classic car shiny. It's hard to see how shiny it is with this photo but it looks real classy.
I am actually a classic car junky. This summer my mum, the kids and I went to three car shows...okay one was driving right by the house (there were close to 100 cars) but the largest one showcased close to 800 cars. It was spectacular. My husband and I both have a dream to restore a classic once we retire. We both have our eye on a certain Porsche so I think we better start saving our pennies now *lol* So in the meantime I will just have to live vicariously through these stamped images from GM. You'll notice I paired this image with the Haunted Cosmo Cricket patterned papers--they just had that right "old" vintage feeling.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-1938 Suburban (GM Collection) by CHF
-You're a Classic (Mona Lisa Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Black by Prism Paper
-Cream by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
- Haunted Collection by Cosmo Cricket

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap

Accessories
-Black emboss powder
-Button

Tool
-Heat tool

Hope you have something fun planned today.
~Enjoy.

Alli

Winter Sleigh Rides.

Have you ever been on a horse drawn sleigh ride? We spent a few winters (when we lived in the cold part of the province) where they held an annual horse sleigh ride. It was amazing! It was roughly -25C below (-13F) and boy did we need some good warm blankets and hot chocolate to warm us up.

One of my favourite things of all time is matching unusual colour combinations where traditional colours are expected. Winter cards are often green, red, navy blue, white...well you get the point.
I decided that the Kim Hughes' Mocha Chica paper would be nicely paired with Aged Sheet Music Scrapblock TM inked in espresso.

You'll notice that I cut a strip from the front and added that strip to the inside of the card and placed the scallop edge to the front.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Winter Vintage Signage (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Aged Sheet Music Scrapblock TM by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Mocha Chica 8x8 (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories
-Lace Trim
-Felt Star from Harvest Collection by Fancy Pants

Tool
-Scallop punch by Fiskars

Have a terrific weekend.

Alli

Keep on cruisin'

Today is release day at Cornish Heritage Farms. The newest GM stamps are here. Make sure you check out the 1938 Suburban



and the 1953 Corvette.




I couldn't resist the 1953 Corvette...



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-1953 Corette (GM Collection) by CHF
-You're a Classic (Mona Lisa Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-White Prismatic by Prism Paper
-Black by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-'Tis the Season Santa Claus Die Cuts by Teresa Collins

Ink:
-Pitch Black Distress Ink by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap

Accessories
-Silver brads

Tools
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders

Have a great Thursday.

Alli

For the love of cupcake...

As I mentioned yesterday, my life for the past few days has been cupcake, cupcake, cupcake. You'll be happy to know I sent the second to last batch of cupcakes to school with my daughter yesterday. We only have a few left--thank goodness. I think it is time to stick to the good ol' stamp cupcakes from now on *lol*.



Doesn't that icing look delicious? Gotta love liquid pearls.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Birthday Bash (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-White Prismatics by Prism Paper

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories
-Button by MME
-Polka Dot Ribbon
-Twill Ribbon
-Liquid Pearls

Tools
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)

Have a wonderful Wednesday.

Alli

Happy birthday baby girl

Happy birthday goes out to my baby girl! I can hardly believe she is a year older. We held a party for her yesterday and all her closest friends attended. I tell ya, she has more Pet Shops than a girl knows what to do with...not to mention she received some today too.
We threw her a cupcake party--so I am cupcaked out. That's why I thought I would show you a present instead..and leave the cupcake for tomorrow.

This card was inspired by Kim Hughes. She has this style of her own. I love how she can stamp an image and refrain from colouring it. It's in me to colour images so I have been challenging myself to go out of my comfort zone. I also admire how Kim edges all of her paper. You'll notice that a bit more on my recent designs.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Birthday Bash (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Mocha Chica 8x8 paper (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories
-Hemp twine

Have a great day.

Alli

A belated scrap challenge

I completed the CHF scrapbook challenge from Sept 17th but had a delay in posting it. Here was the awesome sketch:




And here is my take on it:



I used the Pindot Scrapblock TM with espresso ink and then stamped the scarecrow using hazlenut ink. I love how this turned out. Customized 12x12 paper!



I used a Scrapblock to decorate these strips of paper, then edged it with brown ink.



Notice the edging--I brushed white and blue ink along the edges to give it appeal. Also, I used straw as a means of threading my button. You'll also notice that I used the polka dot backgrounder to dress up my paper strips as well as edging with ink. The "sweet" sentiment is a rubon.



I stamped pumpkin under my image using All Things Fall from the Rummage Bin line. I edged my arrow with espresso ink.



I made my tag using distress inks (blending) and stamped it with Lined Paper backgrounder, Beautiful (Rummage Bin) and All Things Fall (Rummage Bin).



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-All Things Fall (Rummage Bin Collection) by CHF
-Beautiful (Rummage Bin Collection) by CHF
-Pindot Scrapblock TM by CHF
-Daisy Chain Scrapblock TM by CHF
-Polka Dot backgrounder by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper
-Nautical Blue Dark

Patterned Paper
-Die cuts by October Afternoon
-County Fair by October Afternoon

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap
-Blue by Clearsnap
-Hazlenut by Ranger

Accessories
-Basic Grey sticker alphabet
-Heidi Swapp clock face
-Button by MME
-Felt heart by Fancy Pants
-Straw
-Ribbon by May Arts
-Decorative harvest pin by Fancy Pants
-Charm

Have a wonderful Monday.

Alli

No stamping required?

Ally from So Sketchy gave us a trifold assignment. I was anxious to try it (it's been a while) but also challenged myself to use the new MochaChica patterned paper from the Kim Hughes collection to create the card. It turned into a quick card with no stamping required.

Here was the assignment


and here is what I did with it...











Recipe

Cardstock
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Mocha Chica 8x8 (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Accessories
-Floss
-Button by MME
-Brad by Doodlebug Inc
-Flowers by Prima
-Pink brad flower by Bazzill

Have a super Sunday.

Alli

World Cardmaking Day--Oct 4th celebrations

Do you love cards?

Get ready to celebrate World Card Making Day!

Join in the fun with card makers the world over on Saturday, Oct. 4, as Papercrafts kick off the holiday card-making season. Now in its third year, World Card Making Day is a day to connect with fellow card makers around the globe and to celebrate the creativity and joy of this craft! Hobbyists, beginning card makers, manufacturers of card-making products, retailers, and educators, are all making plans to share the excitement of World Card Making Day with workshops, online galleries, parties, contests, sales, and other special events.

Visit www.worldcardmakingday.com for ideas and unique ways to celebrate this holiday, including:

o Creating your own handmade cards from the dozens of sponsored ideas in the Inspiration Avenue section

o Sharing your unique designs with the world in the Creation Corner Gallery

o Finding and visiting an Official World Card Making Day Retailer for classes and activities that will help you connect with other fellow card makers

o Planning your own fun activities with friends and family with ideas from the Celebrate section

Join Paper Crafts magazine on this amazing day that brings card makers from all over the globe together in celebrating the joy of giving the gift of a handmade card.

Hope to see you there. You'll also find me in the Cornish Heritage Farms forums celebrating WCMD too. We have lots planned for you, make sure you read all about it.

An invitation...

inspired by Lauren Meader...I put together a sweet lil'cupcake invitation for my birthday girl. My daughter turns 5 this coming week and we decided to throw a cupcake themed birthday party. I couldn't resist using the new Birthday Bash set by Kim Hughes.






Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Birthday Bash (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper
-Intense Pink by Prism Paper

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger
-Pink by Clearsnap

Accessories
-Ribbon by American Crafts
-Stickles by Ranger

Tools
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders
-Scallop punch by EK Success
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)

Hope you are having a terrific Saturday.

Alli

1955 GMC Truck

Thanks for the well wishes yesterday, unfortunately I am still sick--don't you just wish that you could snap your fingers and make it go away?!

I am going to make this post quick today since I need to go and rest but I wanted to share this masculine card with you.





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-1955 GMC Truck (GM Collection) by CHF
-You're a Classic (Mona Lisa Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper
-Kraft by Prism Paper
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-County Fair Grandstand October Afternoon

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap

Accessories
-Wrench by Karen Foster
-Twill tape
-Brown cord

Have a terrific weekend.

Alli

Mmmm a Popsicle.

As I mentioned yesterday I felt a cold coming on...well it's arrived today. So since we are on the topic of colds, I thought I would share just what the doctor ordered...a delicious popsicle with yummy patterned paper *lol*



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Comforting Hugs (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Tres Jolie collection by MME

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories
-Ribbon by American Crafts

Have a wonderful day. Oh and by the way, I finally fixed up my CHF challenge scrapbook page and will be showing it tomorrow :)

Alli

I need some Cake.

Do you ever just have one of those days? Today is a scrapbook challenge over at CHF. I love those challenges...and I was all set to participate until I dropped an inkpad on my page! Back to the drawing board for me but make sure you check out the fab creations by: Kristine, Julia, Becky and Lesley.

Since cake makes everything better I decided to share this delicious card with you. I found this ADORABLE utensil set from StarLitStudio.



Upon close examination, you'll note that I edged the white cardstock with the ink pad (just drag on the edge to add pop to your card).



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Birthday Bash (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Mocha Chica 8x8 paper (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories
-Button by MME
-Brass Utensil Set--knife and fork (StarLitStudios)

Tools
-Sewing Machine

Have a super day.

Alli

Let's Party, it's release day at CHF!

No more sneak peaks because the new Kim Hughes images: Comforting Hugs and Birthday Bash (see below) are now available at Cornish Heritage Farms.

Since it's release day I thought it only fitting to share "Let's Party". This is a quick card and so easy to replicate. I used one of my fav lines of paper Write Out by We R Memory Makers. I love the tattered look and the bright colours. What I love about this series is that they make mini 4 sets of 6x6 sheets on one 12x12 so whenever I create I can use a bit from here there and everywhere and create a hodgepodege of patterned paper. I couldn't resist using the striped paper for the party hats. You'll notice I also added some stickles for dazzle and edged the white cardstock with orange for appeal





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Birthday Bash (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth white by Prism Paper

Patterened Paper:
-Write Out Collection by We R Memory Makers

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger
-Sunset Orange by Ranger

Accessories
-Stickles
-Pop Dot

Tools
-Scallop punch by EK Success

And without further adieu...here are the new releases...






Have a super day!

Alli

A So Sketchy Card

I just adore Ally Cope's sketches--seriously can't get enough of them. I adore her out of the box style and sketch layouts. Have you played yet? If not I suggest you give it a try. The next time you are stuck for a layout, toodle over to So Sketchy and try something new and exciting. I paired this super cute sketch with the Kim Hughes Mochachica paper and stamps--a delicious combination.



Here is my take on the card...notice I replaced the scalloped edge with the flourish stamp from Mochachica.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-MochaChica (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Mocha Chica 8x8 paper (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger
-Espresso by Ranger
-Aqua by Ranger

Accessories
-Polka dot ribbon
-Luxe grid sticker

Tools
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders
-Sewing Machine
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)

Technique
-Sponging
-Paper Piecing

On another note, make sure you check out the following blogs today: Jen, Lesley and Kristine. They came up with some SUPER new blog headers using CHF stamps. How fun is that?
Alli

Caught a Bug?

I have more Comforting Hugs to share with you. Kim Hughes created this delightful--er--icky bug as part of her set. I just love the eyes--so much so that I stamped them on white paper and cut them out/adhered them on to add appeal to the colourful icky bug images on the card.






Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Comforting Hugs (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Smooth White by Prism Paper
-Frosted Kiwi by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Noteworthy collection by MM

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Accessories
-Polka dot ribbon
-Luxe grid sticker

Tools
-Circle Punch by EK Success
-Gel Pen by Ranger

Have a super Sunday.

Alli

Like snow??

Last week a new set of Kim Hughes singles came out. One of my favs is called Snowy Sophie. You have seen this sweet snowman before in the seasonal set called Heart Warmers.



Tips: 1) Tear the white paper (pulling towards you so that you get the soft edge) and apply the stickles along the tear line. 2) Outline a white image with copic marker B00 to create more definition.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Snowy Sophie (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
Smooth white by Prism Paper

Patterened Paper:
-Bind It All Christmas Die Cuts by Teresa Collins
Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Accessories
-Flamingo Ultrafine Pearlescent Glitter
-Polka dot ribbon by May Arts
-Stickles
-Pop Dot
-Tin

Tools
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)

Have a super weekend...Saturday!

Alli

Owie.

In less than a week Kim Hughes has a new release that you are just going to fall in love with. She gave you a sneak peak yesterday so today I will also give you a sneak peak of Comforting Hugs--perfect for comforting those with the icky sicky cold to minor scraps and bruises. One of my favourite images from this set is this SWEET SWEET bandaid. Seriously how cute is this?





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Comforting Hugs (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Rose Dark by Prism Paper
-Black by Prism Paper
-Smooth White by Prism Paper

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Accessories
-Flamingo Ultrafine Pearlescent Glitter
-Polka dot ribbon
-Pop dots

Tools
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)
-Fiskars Scallop Punch

Have a terrific day.

Alli