Flip Flop Summer!

Nothing says Summer like a fun pair of flip flops! Wouldn't you agree?

 Here's a pair from DRS Designs that I've combined with the Cool Summertime Greeting (824H).  I thought a close up of this fun saying was a good idea so you could read it.

The Flip Flops (011K) colored with Copic Markers.  Finished card size is A2-5.5" x 4.25". A few orange brads and fun yellow ribbon made this card complete. 

I hope you liked this fun Summer card and that you're enjoying the Summer so far.

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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It Takes A Lot Of Balls

Are you enjoying the new Patriotic and Summer releases from DRS Designs?  Today I'm showing off another one.  On this Golfer's Birthday card I've used Golfer Duff (457L) and paired it 2 sentiments from the current DRS catalog, the Balls to Golf Greeting (003F) and the Small One Line Happy Birthday (250B). 

I colored Golfer Duff with Copic Markers and outlined the Balls to Golf sentiment with a blue Copic Marker as well to match.  I matted both with dark brown cardstock.  I stamped the small one line happy Birthday sentiment just below the golfer image and added 3 dark brown brads on the right hand side to fill in the empty space.  I adhered the matted Balls to Golf sentiment to the left of the image to fill in the empty space above his golf club.  For the background I simply dry embossed a piece of green cardstock and added 4 petite light blue brads to the area under the sentiment. I used a light blue piece of cardstock for the card front and adhered it all to an A2 size dark brown cardstock base. 

Golfer Duff is such a fun image to color.  Have you seen his friend, the Golf Cart Girl (375K)?  She'd be the perfect image to turn this card in to a feminine birthday card for any female golfer you know!  

I hope you enjoyed this card today. 
Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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You're Not Over The Hill

I've finally gotten a chance to take a break from Mommy madness this past weekend and do a little stamping! Yeah! It's been quite a while since I've participated in a Splitcoast sketch challenge. It was nice to have a little bit of time to myself and play!  Here's my take on SC342 from this past Wednesday.

I created a Golfer's birthday card using DRS Designs new Golf Cart Girl (375K) as my focal image along with the Back Nine Birthday Greeting (658F).  I colored this image with Copic Markers and stamped the Easy Grass Background (059E) at the bottom.  I created my own background paper by stamping the symbolic Golf (278B) stamp repeatedly with red ink.

 

For a fun effect, I used a glaze pen on the Golf Cart Girl's eyes and the headlights on her cart, however I apologize because it's hard to see in this photo.

Hope you like it!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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As Another Year Flies By!

Did you know DRS Designs has stamps for your envelopes too? Check out the Envelope Art section of the catalog to see their address labels and postage frames.  Here's a birthday card I made using one of the postage frames. 

I've used the Butterfly Vine as the focal point on my card front and added the Butterfly Ribbon Slide (681D) to the postage/photo area.  Both were colored with Copic Markers.  I stamped, cut out, and colored 2 of the butterflies and overlapped them.  I added 3 brads to the butterfly bodies to hold them together and adhered them in place to give the illusion of a "flying" butterfly.

The card front was stamped with the "Another Year Flies By" Greeting (489F) that I split up to fit my layout.  An embossing folder, a decorative border punch and some rhinestones created a very elegant birthday card.  Wouldn't you agree?

Hope you all have a great day!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Lazy Days of SUMMER!

How's your Summer been thus far?  Here in Michigan we are under a total heat wave! It's been approx 90* F for several days now and it probably won't cool off a bit until next week.  I admit however, I love it! This heat wave was the inspiration for my card today!

 I've used stamps from DRS Designs to create this Summer card.   The Summer Wording Square (826G) is my focal point, and the sun images I used on either side are part of the Four In One Beach Background (1099D). All of the images were colored with Copic Markers and I added yellow Stickles to each of the suns rays.  You know you can't have sun without a little shine!

I hope your enjoying the heat too and having a wonderful Summer.  Until next time...thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Christmas In July!

This week DRS Designs and the Stamp Something Blog are celebrating Christmas in July!  One lucky winner will be selected to win a $15.00 Store voucher to DRS Designs just for playing along!

You have until 7pm ET on Thursday, July 21st to enter the challenge.  Go to the Stamp Something Blog and provide a direct link to your Christmas In July project.

Of course I'm not eligible to enter the contest and win since I'm on the DRS DT, but I did play along and here's my creation.

I used DRS Designs Nativity Noel (337L) for the center image and colored it with Copic Markers.  The center "O" was stamped and colored twice and then adhered on top of the first image with foam tape for added dimension.  I used the Silent Night Sheet Music (506P) for the background and colored in the holly and inked the edges for a distressed look.  Then to finish things off I added a simple sentiment, the One Line Silent Night, Holy Night (484D) at the bottom of the stamped image along with a red brad on either side of it.

I hope to see you over at the Stamp Something Blog.  Good Luck to you on winning the $15 voucher from DRS Designs.

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Our Newest Addition!

Our newest addition has arrived!

I am pleased to finally be able to introduce you to Anthony Michael, who is already 2 weeks old!

Born June 29th, 2011

11:26 pm

8 pounds 6 ounces

20 3/4 inches

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Happy Healing!

A few weeks ago a good friend of mine had knee replacement surgery.  I know she was really nervous about it and since I've had some time off while waiting for baby the baby to arrive, I made her a card.  She's now resting at home, recovering from what became a more involved surgery than the Doctors originally thought.  Here's the card I created to wish her a speedy recovery.

Both of the stamps I used are from DRS Designs.  I used the Knee Replacement Get Well (346G) for the focal point.  I stamped it in Ballet Blue ink and sponged around it while it was still in a Nestie die.  Then I used a navy marker to draw in the line around the Nestie die to create the frame around it.  I love this look! I used the Lines O'Plenty Background (366H) to make the design in the background to match my color scheme by stamping it in Navy ink.  Some fun polka dot ribbon and white brads finished this card nicely. 

Happy Healing Kathy! I hope you're back on your feet in no time!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Birthday Lottery Ticket

This kind of lottery ticket is probably not the kind you'd like to receive on your birthday with prizes like gray hair, memory loss, and wrinkles, but it makes for a very funny birthday card, don't you think?!?! 

 I colored this Instant Scratch-Off with Copic Markers and popped up the center with foam tape for added dimension.  I've also used DRS Designs Birthday Wishes Come True Greeting (508E) on this card. It seemed fitting because I'm sure many of us wish to win the lottery for our birthdays!  I know I do! Simply embellished with some (lucky!) embossed stars, sparkling black rhinestones and black ribbon, this card was complete!  

I greatly appreciate your visit and can't thank you enough!

Have a wonderful day!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Watermelon Friend!

Now that it's July, Summer is definitely here!  We've had some very hot days recently, and I admit, I love it!  How's your Summer going so far?  I hope it's been filled with lots of sunshine and with BBQ's and yummy watermelon too!  Hopefully however, your watermelon doesn't have ants like mine does today! LOL!

This card shows off one of the new Summer stamps just released from DRS Designs.  Isn't this Watermelon Friend (798H) adorable?  

I colored this image with Copic Markers and sponged the top area of it with blue ink while it was still in a Nestie die.  I used the 2 little ants from the Picnic Basket stamp (1104K) to create the ant border.  The swiss Dots Embossing folder, some ribbon and twine and a few red brads finished it nicely.  Finished sized is 5.5" x 4.25."  Hope you enjoyed it!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Stars and Stripes Forever!

Happy 4th of July!

Hope you're all out celebrating our Nation's Independence Day with family, friends, and all fun Summer things!

Today's card I'm sharing with you was made just for the Independence Day Holiday.  I've used 3 of DRS Designs new releases on it--the Tiny Patriot (801H), Stars Stripes Forever Sentiment (823F), and the Happy Independence Day sentiment (822D). 

Isn't that Tiny Patriot adorable!?!?!?  All coloring was done with Copic Markers.  I created my own pattern paper by stamping off the Interlocking Star background (819H) with blue ink so it was light enough that the Independence Day sentiment could be easily seen.  A simple satin red ribbon and bow separated the 2 background panels and then the card front was adhered to a red cardstock base. This finished card size measures A2-5.5" x 4.25".

Thanks for stopping by and have a safe and wonderful holiday!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Freedom!

Hope you're all having a wonderful holiday weekend and that the weather is cooperating with all of your Summer plans where you are!  Here in Michigan we're expecting a very sunny and hot 88*F.  Perfect for all of the pool parties and BBQ's, and better yet, no rain expected for the fireworks display at night!

So, after my previous post where my Husband thought my "Let Freedom Ring" Independence Day card should have been done in red, white, and blue, I decided to take his advice and use those colors for today's card.  All of the stamps I've used here are by DRS Designs.  I created the Polka Dot paper using the Polka Dot Background (688P) and then lightly inking the edges with blue ink.  I stamped the Independence Day Sentiment (822D) below a matching blue ribbon and added 3 red brads near the top to add a pop of color. 

The Freedom Cannon (814L) was colored with Copic Markers and I used Waterfall Stickles to add some sparkle to the fireworks.  Simple, yet festive wouldn't you say?

Thanks for taking the time out to stop by here today!

Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Let Freedom Ring!

Wow!  Can you believe it's the last week in June already!?!? This year is just flying by, but I admit, I am enjoying the nicer weather.  Dare I say that it won't be long before we are getting out our Winter coats and waiting for the man in the big red suit! But, we won't go there just yet--Summer is just beginning and the 4th of July holiday is next weekend! Are you ready for the BBQ's and fireworks?

Today's card was made using the new 4th of July stamps from DRS Designs.  While I was making this card, Hubby came in to see what I was working on, so when it was finished I thought I should show it off to him.  He *liked* it, but he did add his two cents in and say that he thought it should have been done in red, white, and blue. 

Well, I'm not exactly sure what made me color the Liberty Bell (800H) yellow to begin with (maybe I *was* thinking Christmas bells!) but, I don't think it would have seemed realistic if I colored it red or blue!  I colored it with Copic Markers and then masked the edges around the bell with Post-It Notes and shaded around it with light brown ink.  I love that framed look this technique creates! The background was stamped with the Interlocking Star Background stamp (819H) with yellow ink and I added the Let Freedom Ring (802D) and Happy Independence Day (822D) sentiments.

Well, that's about it for me today--still waiting on this baby to make his or her arrival.  I'll keep you posted!

Have a great day and thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Until They All Come Home!

I am pleased to announce that DRS Designs has new stamps in store for you! I'm sure you'll love them as much as I do! These stamps are just in time to celebrate the beginning of Summer and the 4th of July holiday!  You can see all of the new releases HERE.

The card I have to share with you today is appropriate for this week with all of the talk about the President's speech from the other night.  I've used the Until They Come Home Greeting (825F) from this release.  The Support Our Troops Ribbon (952G) is from the DRS Designs current catalog. I colored it with Copic Markers, cut it out and matted it on a nested oval.  I used the Cuttlebug Stars Embossing Folder for the background.

I hope and pray that all of our troops come home safe, sound, and that you have a great 4th of July holiday!

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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June Birthday!

For my card today I have used the June Birthday Design (796G) from DRS Designs. 

I colored this image with Copic Markers, inked the edges with yellow ink, and added yellow Stickles to the flower centers to add a bit of glitter goodness to this card!

Unfortunately, you can't see it because I was unable to get it to photograph well, but I also stamped the Interlocking Flower Background (813H) in light apricot ink over the yellow panel.  I thought it went well with the flowers in the June Birthday Design and it made the yellow panel look better than leaving it plain. Finished card size is 5.5" x 4.25."

  **Don't forget that DRS Designs Stamp A Day Giveaway is still going on throughout the entire month of June. Run over to the DRS Designs Blog and leave a comment everyday to enter the daily drawing.  Good Luck!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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"Purr"fect Birthday!

Looking for the "purr''fect birthday card?  Here's a fun one I created with stamps from DRS Designs.   

It's pretty simple overall and "purr"fect for any cat lover!  The "Purr"fectly Wonderful Birthday sentiment (726G) is the highlight on this card.  I created my own background design with the Cat Paw Background (698H) and sponged it with Vintage Photo Distressing ink.  I made a tag with the Happy Cat Walking (099D) and colored it with Copic Markers.  I added a dark brown panel punched with a heart border punch and tied it with pink plaid ribbon to spice up this card a bit.  I love the pink and brown together and I hope you do too!  

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Teacher Thanks

Woo Hoo! Schools out for Summer!

Did you thank your teachers?

The card I'm sharing with you today is a teacher's thank you card I made for a friend of mine.

Both the Teacher's Tools image (792G) and the Teacher Touches a Heart Sentiment (475G) are by DRS Designs. I colored the image with Copic Markers and paper pieced the hearts in the sentiment. I applied Diamond Glaze to the apple, and the hearts to enhance the card front.

Do you have big plans for the Summer? We're still waiting on the birth of our first baby and then I'm looking forward to getting to know my baby and enjoying the entire Summer off of work!

I hope your Summer is off to a great start!

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,
Jennifer

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Congrats Grad!

DRS Designs is once again the proud sponsor of this weeks Card Patterns Challenge.  Here's the challenge sketch...

...and here's the prize you could win!

That means $20 off your DRS purchase!!!  We hope you'll play along--I did!

I used this sketch to create a graduation card using one of the new graduation sentiments from DRS Designs. 

The Bright Graduation Greeting (780F) and the Brush Mortarboard (287G) were perfect for this sketch.  I paper pieced the graduation cap and added a petite black brad where the tassel attaches to the top of the cap.  I think everything on this card is pretty easy to duplicate and I'm sure I'll be making more of this card for all the grad parties I'll be going to this summer.
Now don't forget about the Card Patterns challenge and enter to win your chance at the $20 voucher DRS Designs is giving away!

Have a great day!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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Transition #2: Ready and Waiting!

Remember my Transition #1 post where I talked about changing over my Scrapbooking/stamping room into the Nursery for our new baby who's soon to arrive? 

Well, it's now complete and ready to go.  We are anxiously awaiting baby's arrival. 

Click the link above to see the before pics of my stamping room. What a difference! Here's what the nursery looks like now!



Teddy Bears Galore!
Gotta find room for them once baby arrives so I have a place to sit when I rock my little munchkin!

 

It won't be too much longer now.  Doctor says I definitely won't make my 4th of July due date and that she anticipates baby's arrival within the next week!

Can't wait to introduce you to our new son or daughter very soon!

Smiles,

Jennifer

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"Boxers or Briefs?"

I created this card specifically to show off Rascally Russell (777M) from DRS Designs.  I think he is one of my favorite images from their recent release.  It was really fun to make!

 First, I colored him with Copic Markers and then I stamped him again on smooth light green cardstock.  I stamped the Lines O'Plenty (366H) Background stamp over his shirt with dark green ink, and then cut it out.  I then paper pieced it in place on the original stamped image.  Next, I assembled the card front as shown and stamped the question portion of the Boxers or Briefs Birthday Greeting (1100H) below the stamped image on the card front. 

Here's how I decorated the inside of the card to show off the "punch line" to the sentiment I used on the front of the card.  Know any guys who would really get a kick out of receiving a birthday card like this?  This would be great for Father's Day too! Don't forget, that's this Sunday, June 19th!

Thank for stopping by and  

Have a great day! 

Smiles,

Jennifer

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