Sweetheart.

There is something about the combination of vanilla, chocolate and pink...I LOVE IT!! This is a quick card with a few simple steps.

I began by stamping my sentiment and heart using espresso ink. You'll note that I stamped the heart on some scrap paper and then cut it out.





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Heart from Primitive Christmas (The Rummage Bin Collection) by CHF
-Sweet and Heart sentiment from Sweet Thang (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

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

Patterned Paper
-Houndstooth by Making Memories

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories:
-Ribbon by May Arts
-Heart Pin by Fancy Pants
-Button by MME
-Flowers by Making Memories
-Flower Brad by Making Memories

Tools:
-Stapler
-Sponge

Have a super day.

Alli

Apples.

Today's card was completed on WCMD and was created for the Featured Stamper challenge through Splitcoaststampers. For a featured stamper challenge you find a card in the feature stamper's gallery and case it--but you have to make some changes. I cased this card

And made the following changes:
Knotted the bow
Changed the colours
Changed the stamps
Changed the bottom layout
Doubled up the circles





Supplies
Stamp Set(s)
-All Things Fall (Rummage Bin Collection) by Cornish Heritage Farms

Ink
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Cardstock
-Intense Teal by Prism Paper
-Razzleberry Dark by Prism Paper
-Black Paper

Patterned Paper
-White Grid Paper by Scenic Route
-White Out Collection by We R Memory Keepers

Accessories
-Polka Dot Ribbon
-Brads

Tools
-2 Circle Punches
-Fiskars Scallop Punch

Have a wonderful day
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

Little Shoes.

I am not sure how this card came together. It was more just the pieces on my desk...scraps of paper, houndstooth backgrounder, buttons and primas. Sometimes the whole card making process amazes me. I have to admit, I really like how it turned out.





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Houndstooth Backgrounder CHF
-The Shoe Boutique (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper:
-Bermuda Shorts from Pop Fashion Collection by Pink Paislee

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories:
-Lace Trim
-Flower by Prima
-Button from French Kiss by MME
-Glossy Accents by Ranger
-Say It With Crystals Swirls by Prima

Tools:
-Copic Markers (www.ellenhutson.com)

Friday already???? Enjoy your weekend.

Alli

Gettin' SO Sketchy!

I was super excited by this unique hexagon card sketch from master creator Ally Cope over at So Sketchy!


Here is my take on it...







Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-Houndstooth Backgrounder CHF
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Cardstock:
-Suede Brown Dark by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper:
-Bermuda Shorts from Pop Fashion Collection by Pink Paislee
-Grid Paper by Scenic Route

Ink:
-Espresso by Ranger

Accessories:
-May Arts Ribbon
-Rub On by Cosmo Cricket
-Flower by Prima
-Button from French Kiss by MME
-Blue Awning Chipboard by K&Company

Tools:
-Cuttlebug and circle diecuts

Note: I created the clear ring using a clear sheet from CHF and my cuttlebug and circle diecut.

Have a great weekend!

Alli

MochaChica Bird

I created another card showcasing Kim's adorable set MochaChica. I added some flourishes from the Rummage Bin line called Beautiful to dress up the background and frame the bird.



Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-MochaChica (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Cardstock:
-White by Prism

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Patterned Paper
-Fifth Street (Appleton Collection) Scenic Route
-Scrap Strip (Appleton Collection) Scenic Route

Tools:
-Punch by EK Success

Enjoy your day!

Alli

Round and Round.

I hardly ever create round cards. But they are SO MUCH fun to create. Having done this So Sketchy challenge only proved that I should be making them more often.

Note: The postcard using the Paradise Found was somewhat cased. Kim Hughes created a stunning card HERE.







Recipe

Stamp Set(s):
-Paradise Found (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF
-Round and Round we Go (Mona Lisa Moments) by CHF

Ink:
-Aqua by Ranger
-Espresso by Ranger
-Watermelon by Ranger
-Oregano by Ranger

Cardstock:
-Clear sheets by CHF

Patterned Paper:
-Scenic Route

Accessories:
- Postcard (Suitcase) from Passport collection by Making Memories
- Ribbon Trims from Passport collection by Making Memories
-Metal embellishment from Passport Collection by Making Memories

Tools:
-Corner Rounder by EK Success
-Tonic Circle Cutter

Technique:
-Sponging

Thanks for stopping by. I have limited computer access right now so I am doing my best to get some cards posted and set up to post in the next few days.

Hope you are having a great weekend.

Alli

Unique Beauty

Since I started scrapbooking/stampbooking for some of my CHF assignments I can honestly say I cannot get enough of it. I started scrapbooking shortly after the birth of my son in 2002. I tell you though, I would dream up pages, collect the stuff and never do it. I think I only managed to get through 6 layouts done before I stopped. The main reason was that my kids were born 14 months apart so having two babies--almost like have twins, was enough work for me that I could never get a layout completed. That's why I started card making in 2003--quick and easy and finished in an hour. One of my best friends owned a scrapbooking store so I managed to go to a few crops and retreats to get some layouts done but wouldn't you know it...life was still just as busy. Hardly any scrapbook pages done. Flash forward to this year. My goal is now a minimum of 3 layouts a month. It's doable. It's not overwhelming and I am LOVING IT!

Today's layout was one I just sat and created--no sketch...just time on my hands. I was SO inspired to pull out my butterfly stuff after seeing all the sneak peaks on blog and company websites sharing CHA highlights.






I used a rub-on on the butterfly mirror.


I stamped the edges of my page with the flourish from the Beautiful Set (Rummage Bin collection) by CHF. Also note that I used rub-ons on the photo as well as the glitter die-cut.



LOVE that beauty rub-on as well as that funky ribbon trim!


Recipe

Stamps:
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Ink:
-Willow by Ranger

Patterned Paper:
- {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Flutter White (Bloom) Frosty Lace Cardstock by KI Memories

Accessories
-Dimensional flower stickers from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Pebble Brad from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Ribbon from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Blossoms and Button box from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Pebble Clip from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Glitter Die-Cuts from {note}worthy collection by Making Memories
-Flower Centers by Prima
-On the Lighter Side Rub-Ons by Daisy D
-Butterfly Mirror by Heidi Swapp
-Polka Dot Letters by Making Memories

Hope you are having a terrific Saturday. We get to celebrate the town festival today. They always begin with a megaphone annoucement for the pancake breakfast (that annnoucement is at 7AM and is made by a man who drives up and down all the roads in town) and then we have a parade followed by crafts, games, pie contests, pet contests and booths etc. It should be a lot of fun.

I'll have another scrapbook page for you tomorrow so stay tuned.

Alli

{note}worthy sketch.

Our So Sketchy group assignment was perfect! Although I have to admit I had to go looking for my creative memories cutters from way back when to find the right size oval--I forgot I even had those!

So I must tell you I am IN LOVE with all the Making Memories lines these days. Their patterned paper is delicious! How could you not love {note}worthy or passport?...or what about their brand new lines Fa La La and Paperie??? (Making Memories blog)

After Ally assigned us our card sketch I knew instantly that I would use some of my {note}worthy goodies. And since I am a fan of clear stuff I knew I needed to add a clear panel and stamp the flourish from Beautiful (Rummage Bin Collection) by Cornish Heritage Farms.









Supplies

Stamps:
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Ink:
-Black StazOn

Cardstock
-Clear Sheet by CHF

Patterned Paper
-{note}worthy Delaney Ledger Circle by Making Memories

Accessories
-{note}worthy delaney ribbon trims by Making Memories
-"Sweet" from {note}worthyself adhesive glitter clears by Making Memories
-{note}worthy dimensional flower stickers by Making Memories

Make sure you check out the other FAB designs by the other So Sketchy card sistas!

Sole Woman.

Happy July 4th to my American friends. Since we just celebrated Canada Day I have such an appreciation for the importance of July 4th too.

I have been so anxious to create with this set but it seems I ever have the time. I just LOVE Lesley Langdon's Rummage Bin line. The Shoe Boutique is PERFECT for anyone who loves shoes and I know I am not alone when I say that I am one of those people.





Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-The Shoe Boutique (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Ink:
-Pitch Black by Ranger

Paper
-Clear sheet by CHF

Patterned Paper
-(Write Out) by We R Memory Makers

Accessories
-Chipboard Write Out by We R Memroy Makers
-Ribbon (Noteworthy) by Making Memories

Have a good one.

The Shoe Boutique!

It has been a fabulous weekend of sunshine...although the fog and wind outside tell me the weather is turning. I went on a bike ride today with my husband...and I can tell you that as i am typing this i am going to PAY FOR IT in about 12 hours *lol*
I had an opportunity to play with a newly released set from The Rummage Bin called The Shoe Boutique. Seriously, did she make this set for me? I {heart} shoes. It's a good thing we don't live close to a place where I could buy nice shoes or we would be in trouble!!!
One of my close friends is due very soon. I am preparing both boy and girl cards just to be safe...I also decided to make a coordinating gift card box for the card.







Recipe
Stamp Set(s):
-The Shoe Boutique (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Ink
-Mushroom by Ranger
-Aqua by Ranger

Cardstock
-Baby Blue Light by Prism
-Baby Blue Medium by Prism (Flap Lid Box)

Patterned Paper
-Restoration Upholstery Tacks (Urban Window Collection) by We R Memory Keepers

Accessories
-Lilac Twill
-Brown Brads (Large Brads-Calais Collection) by 7 Gypsies

Tools
-Nestabilities by Spellbinders

Have a wonderful Sunday! Be sure to check back tomorrow to see what the CHF Chicks have been up to...we have another challenge to share with you! It's clearly a fabulous challenge! *wink*

The Full Scrapbook Page Reveal...

Have you been by the CHF scrap chat room yet? If so perhaps you have already had a peak at the sketch...if not here it is:



And here is what I did with it...

Alli's scrap tips: I used various stamped images on the page--they are kept consistent in colour and placement. There is also a balance of colours. Typically you will find at least two of each. Did you notice how I balanced the eyelets on both sides of the page? What about the flowers? I pulled the tab colour from the patterned paper. In fact it was the patterned paper that set the page in motion. I choose the patterned paper based on the colours in my photo.

I placed my chipboard letters on the ink pad (pressing down) and then added a distressed look to them by brushing black ink over top.



Did you see that I placed a rub on on the picture? Did you notice the authentic tab? It's a journaling card. You just pull it up to read the note.
I just {heart} this photo!



Recipe

Stamp Set(s):
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Photo Op! (The Rummage Bin) by CHF

Ink
-Pitch Black by Ranger
-White by Clearsnap

Cardstock
- Razzleberry Dark by Prism Paper
-Razzleberry Medium by Prism Paper

Patterned Paper
-Cosmo (The Urban Cosmos Papers) by Prima Marketing Inc
-Ethnic (The Urban Cosmos Paper) by Prima Marketing Inc
-Village (The Urban Cosmos Paper) by Prima Marketing Inc
-Colony (The Urban Cosmos Paper) by Prima Marketing Inc

Accessories
-Flowers by Prima Marketing Inc
-Coloured Ribbon by Prima Marketing Inc
-Plain Green Ribbon misc
-Eyelets by We R Memory Makers
-Brads Doodlebug Inc and misc
-Grungeboard Chipboard Mixed Minis Plain by Tim Holtz
-Buck Naked Buttons and More Chipboard by Cosmo Cricket
-Authentic Rub on by Cosmo Cricket
-Heaven Sent and Imagine Rub on by Making Memories

Technique
-Sponging

Are you having fun yet??? Check back tomorrow for a new card.

CHF Scrap Challenge...

Some of you may have noticed the new section in the CHF forums called Scrap Chat. CHF carries many great stamp lines that work really well for scrapbooking. The Rummage Bin, Kim Hughes line, backgrounders, Mona Lisa Moments, even Thomas Kinkade can work well in layouts. We'd like to encourage scrappers to join in our gallery and forums and share their layouts and ideas.
I have to be honest, this is a stretch for many of the designers on the team BUT it is also a place where we can grow. Come grow with us!!!

Today is the first day of our Layout challenge. We'll be hosting a challenge every other week from here on in--both on our blogs and in the Scrap Chat forum.

Lesley Langdon set us up with a sketch challenge to get started:




Seriously...how fun is that? Here is my take on the sketch. A little different as I had to make some alterations to include some larger photos.

Tip: Don't forget to use your rub ons~they have an expiry date

I have said this before but wanted to share it again. You can see from the white letters below that these ones are almost done!



I was getting really playful with backgrounders and embellishments. I stamped the heart with polka dots again (refer to yesterday's post) but a little more subtly. I stamped a few different stamps along the side. I created the "flourish" by tracing one from the Maya Roads chipboard. I wanted it too coordinate with the patterned paper Ava Artisan Edge Pink by Making Memories so I edged it with pink and dotted it with brown marker then stamped on it using the polka background.



Here is a close up of some stamping fun (double and triple stamping adds dimension)



Recipe

Stamp Set(s)
-Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Large Polka Backgrounder by CHF
-Flourish (at the bottom) from Beautiful (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Frame from Story Book (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-The Art of Framing (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Bird from Pretty Birds (Kim Hughes Collection) by CHF

Ink
-White by Clearsnap
-Pink by Clearsnap

Patterned Paper
-Ava Artisan Edge Pink by Making Memories
-Mademoiselle (Tres Jolie) by MME
-Honeycomb (Baby Bee Collection) by Crate Paper

Accessories
-Brads by MM
-Metal pink Ribbon
-Clear Heart by Heidi Swapp
-Flowers by Prima
-"1" Black Tie Thickers (Velvet) by American Crafts
-Beautiful Rub on (Simply Stated-Wedding) by MM
-Little One Rub on(Simple Stated-Baby) by MM
-Black Rub on Letters "lovable, precious, girl, Olivia" by Fontwerks

Tool
-Brown marker

Make sure you check out all the other SUPER scrap pages made by some the CHF crew: Lesley, Julia, Dawn, Kim, Lisa Silver, Kristine, Becky. They are all drool worthy and will be sure to inspire you to start pulling out those pics.

National Scrapbooking Day is just around the corner. And we have LOTS of fun in store at CHF. Be sure to stop by and participate in one or all of the activities:

12-3 EST - Chat with the Becky Olsen and Kim Hughes. I'm sure you know Kim is the designer of our very popular Kim Hughes line of stamps. Becky is a seriously talented scrapper and new to the CHF team. Becky joined us last month as our new Marketing Director. Now's a great time to get to know her. Feel free to pop in with your scrappin questions too as I know they have the answers!

Layout Challenge with Lesley Langdon - Join in our layout challenge! Lesley is Cornish Heritage Farm's designer for The Rumamge Bin line...a great scrapbooking line. She's designed a beautiful layout sketch to inspire you. If you don't have time to complete your layout on Saturday...don't worry! You have an entire week to do it. Create more than one if you wish! All layouts (sketch challenge or otherwise) uploaded to our Scrapbooking Layouts gallery will be added to a draw for some fun prizes.

Scrappin Tutorial - Come by and check it out. Lesley is hard at work on a tutorial for you. She also has a challenge for you to participate in to go with it.

Have a super day!!!!

Baby Smiles...

I often joke around about my friends passing out if they see or hear that I made a scrapbook page. It's like a solar eclipse...very rarely do I scrapbook. The funny thing is I LOVE to finished look and putting it together...the problem is sometimes it can be time consuming. I am happy to report that since I have started using stamps on my scrapbook pages it goes much faster *smiles*. Be sure to check back again on May 3rd for National Scrapbooking Day because I will be posting another *gasp* scrapbook page for you! Yup...you read that right!!!

Today's scrapbook page is of my daughter. This photo was taken close to 4 years ago now. I began by stamping some CHF images (photo op and the large polka dot backgrounder)



You can see from the close ups that I pulled the "round" theme throughout the page by using touches of polka dots on the letters and on the heart.



I also had a lot of fun with my sewing machine...(as you can see I am still learning!) I used my slit punch and circle punch to create the scalloped edges.



I stamped the heart using white ink, poured clear emboss over it and heat set it. Because the heart is plastic I recommend taking your time to heat set it (from a distance) so as not to melt it.

Tip: Adhere the heart using glue dots behind the polka dots!

Recipe

Stamp Set(s):
-Photo Op (The Rummage Bin) by CHF
-Large Polka Backgrounder by CHF

Ink
-White by Clearsnap
-Pink by Clearsnap

Patterned Paper
-Honey Pie by Collection by Cosmo Cricket

Accessories
-Day Dreams Buttons by MME
-Clear Heart by Heidi Swapp
-Lily White Hopscotch Alphabet Chipboard by Doodlebug Design Inc
-Fab Brads (Bazzill Collection) by Imaginisce
-Pink Gingham Ribbon
-Clear emboss Powder
-Metal Smile by MM
-Flower by Prima

Tools
-Heat Tool
-Sewing Machine
-Slit Tool Punch by EK Success
-Hole Punch by Fiskars

Have a terrific Tuesday!!!