You Spin Me - Mojo Monday #244

Hello!!  Happy Monday!!  Hope you had a fantastic weekend :)  A bit wet here, but good for the garden at least!  It is time for another great sketch from Mojo Monday. This week's fabulous sketch was designed by the amazing Julee:) It is the first Monday of the month, so it is contest time.  We are picking random winners, while Julee is spending lots of time with her twins!!  One winner for every 50 entries, so get stamping!!  Here is my take on the sketch.

Love this awesome Die-namics from My Favorite Things - Perfect Pinwheel for sure!!  The On the Sunny Side papers from My Mind's Eye worked perfectly for this card!  I added a sparkly brad to the center of mine and used a craft stick to mount it on.  The cute scallop border was made using the Mini Scallop Edge Die-namics.  I then folded the paper up to reveal the pattern on the reverse side.  A sentiment from the Perfect Pinwheel set was stamped on the layered flags from First Place Award Ribbon.  Here is another angle of that fabulous pinwheel and you can see how I added some movement to the sentiment banner.  This card will not be going in a standard envelope :)

I couldn't resist decorating the inside with the soon to be released Fred Bear and the Pinwheel stamp set!   So cute!  The sentiment is from All Occasion Sentiments and the flags were cut using the Fishtail Flags STAX Die-namics.

I hope you will join us this week and remember to link up your creation at the Mojo Monday blog! Be sure to check out what the rest of the Design Team has done with this week's sketch, too! Thanks for stopping by and have a fantastic week!!

The Mojo Makers

Carole Burrage
Julee Tilman (owner)
Mary Fish
Sarah Bigelow
Stephanie Kraft
Teresa Kline

You Blow Me Away card - 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"
Stamps:  Perfect Pinwheel Stamp set & Die-namics, All Occasion Sentiments, Fred Bear and the Pinwheel (MFT)
Papers:  On the Sunny Side (MME), Kraft (MFT), choice snow white (TE), red (Bazzill)
Inks:  Brilliance graphite black (Tsukineko)
Accessories:  First Place Award Ribbon Die-namics, Mini Scallop Edge Die-namics, Perfect Pinwheel Die-namics, Fishtail Flags STAX Die-namics (MFT), brad (American Crafts), sparkles (CTMH), popsicle stick, foam tape

Mouse in the House - MFT Teasers Day 6

Hello!!  Welcome to Day 6 of Teasers for the My Favorite Things June Release!!!  Today the Design Team is featuring the new Pure Innocence stamp sets which will be available on Tuesday!!!  We have five new Pure Innocence sets to tempt you with and a super cute Mouse in the House set!  I used the Mouse in the House - Blessed Mouse for my card.

Isn't she a cutie?  I colored her fur with Copic markers and then added a bit of texture with some colorless blender on a towel.  Subtle, but I like it :)  I then finished coloring the image.  The new Notched Border Die-namics grounds the image - perhaps a brick walk?  Incidentally, I used the new must have Traditional Tags STAX Die-namics to cut the mouse out.  I think my colors fit quite nicely with The Play Date Cafe challenge this week (PDCC134).  The sentiment was stamped on a File Tab of Kraft cardstock.  Here is a close-up of the mouse.

Tucked behind the tag are a couple strips of yellow patterned paper and a Designer Labels 2 cut from patterned paper with another new STAX Die-namics!  And the lovely flower was made with the Fringed Perennial Die-namics and some patterned paper.  Love the center of this flower!!

Here is the inside of my card with another Designer Labels 2, a Traditional Tag, and a strip of Notched Border.  I added just a bit of color to the mouse here, and the sentiment is from the same Blessed Mouse stamp set.

Here are the Die-namics I used today.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on June 5 at 10 PM EST:

• You can attend the New Release Party on June 5 from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!
• The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on June 5 at 10 PM EST.  You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
• The guest designer contest is ON!  Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.
• If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW.  Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily.  The winners will be posted on June 5 just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

Thanks for stopping by today. Don't forget to check out who else is participating in today's teaser at Kim's blog and leave some comments along the way for your chance to win a gift voucher!!! Have a great day!

Thanks Bunches card - 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"

Stamps:  Mouse in the House - Blessed Mouse (MFT)

Papers:  Nostalgia (MME), choice buttercream (TE), Kraft cardstock (MFT)

Inks:  Memento tuxedo black, Versafine onyx black (Tsukineko)

Accessories:  Traditional Tags STAX Die-namics, Designer Labels 2 STAX Die-namics, Notched Border Die-namics, Fringed Perennial Die-namics, File Tab Die-namics (MFT), Pearl, colonial white edge anchor, antique copper designer brad (CTMH), twill natural stripe ribbon (The Ribbon Carousel), vintage button (Making Memories), sewing machine, foam tape

URGR8 - Day 4 Teasers

Hello!!  Welcome to Day 4 of Teasers for the My Favorite Things June Release!!!  Today the Design Team is featuring two new stamp set/ Die-namics combos - Masculine Graphic Tee and Vanity License Plate.  I have a card showcasing the Vanity License Plate stamp set & Die-namics today.  This stamp set is fabulous- an entire alphabet and a few other goodies to create fun license plates!!  Here is my card.

It will be so much fun to create some great vanity plates for all your papercrafting projects!!!  I stamped the letters and hyphen on a Sweet Tooth license plate distressed with antique linen ink.  The license plate is layered on top of a perfectly matted square of red gingham paper cut with the new  Square STAX Die-namics.  The Notched Border was used to accent the yellow polka dot paper (it ended up kind of hidden though - lol).  The Have a Nice Day sentiment is part of the Vanity License Plate set.  I stamped that on the smallest of the Fishtail Flags STAX.  I made the Kraft flag double ended by reversing my initial die cut on the Die-namics and running it back through my die cutting machine.  The smallest stars from the Star STAX Die-namics were used to create a little embellishment for each side of the sentiment. The layout for this card is Card Patterns #167.  Here is a close-up of the license plate which I secured with silver brads.

And here is a look at the inside decorated with a second vanity plate :)  I always seem to be short of birthday cards so took this chance to build my stash :)

Here are the Die-namics I used today.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on June 5 at 10 PM EST:

• You can attend the New Release Party on June 5 from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!
• The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on June 5 at 10 PM EST.  You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
• The guest designer contest is ON!  Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.
• If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW.  Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily.  The winners will be posted on June 5 just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

Thanks for stopping by today. Don't forget to check out who else is participating in today's teaser at Kim's blog and leave some comments along the way for your chance to win a gift voucher!!! Have a great day!

URGR8 card - 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"

Stamps:  Vanity License Plate Die-namics & stamp set (MFT)

Papers:  Summer Fresh (Simple Stories), Kraft, Sweet Tooth (MFT), Outdoor denim (CTMH)

Inks:  Brilliance graphite black (Tsukineko), antique linen distress (Ranger)

Accessories:   Fishtail Flags STAX Die-namics, Star STAX Die-namics, Notched Border Die-namics, Square STAX sets 1 & 2 Die-namics (MFT), silver brads (CTMH), sewing machine, foam tape

Pretty Amazing - Day 3 MFT Teasers

Hello!!  Welcome to Day 3 of Teasers for the My Favorite Things June Release!!!  Don't you love what you have seen so far?  Trust me, there is so much more fun to come!!  Today the Design Team is featuring the newest Triple Scoop set - Complimentary Greetings and the current Triple Scoop set Clearly Sentimental about Art (which will be available for regular purchase beginning on Tuesday).  Complimentary Greetings will be available beginning June 5th at 10 pm EST for FREE with a $60 purchase!!  This set is a must have :)  Here is my card using it.

Just in case, I didn't make it clear yesterday - I LOVE these Hexagons Die-namics!!!  I cut the strip four times from Black Licorice cardstock.  I cut various patterns from the Amy Tangerine Sketchbook paper pad using the individual hexagons.  I fiddled with the arrangement until I was happy, adhered the patterned hexagons, and staggered my strips on a Sweet Tooth card base.  I stamped the sentiment in Brilliance Graphite Black on a flag cut from Sweet Tooth cardstock using the Fishtail Flags STAX Die-namics.  I embellished with a crochet doily, pink button, a fun charm, and a baker's twine bow :)  Here is a close up.

And the interior stamped with another fabulous sentiment from Complimentary Greetings and a few hexagons for fun.

Here are the Die-namics I used today.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on June 5 at 10 PM EST:

• You can attend the New Release Party on June 5 from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!
• The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on June 5 at 10 PM EST.  You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
• The guest designer contest is ON!  Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.
• If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW.  Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily.  The winners will be posted on June 5 just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

Thanks for stopping by today. Don't forget to check out who else is participating in today's teaser at Kim's blog and leave some comments along the way for your chance to win a gift voucher!!! Have a great day!

Pretty Amazing card - 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"

Stamps:  Complimentary Greetings (MFT)

Papers:  Amy Tangerine Sketchbook (American Crafts), Sweet Tooth, Black Licorice cardstock (MFT)

Inks:  Brilliance graphite black (Tsukineko)

Accessories:  Hexagon Die-namics, Fishtail Flags STAX Die-namics (MFT), Spring Crochet Doilies by Kaisercraft, The Twinery pink sorbet twine (The Ribbon Carousel), charm (Jenni Bowlin), button, foam tape

MFT Teasers Day 2 - Fred Bear

Hello!!  Welcome to Day 2 of Teasers for the My Favorite Things June Release!!!  Today the Design Team is featuring Inspired by Travel and Fred Bear and the Pinwheel.  Since my kids are big pinwheel fans I couldn't resist inking up Fred :)

Isn't he adorable!!!  Do you see that fabulous hexagon background????   This is a new Die-namics!!!   EEEEK!!  LOVE it.  There are actually two Die-namics included in the set, one cuts two sizes of hexagons and the other cuts a strip of hexagon with score marks between each.  I used the strip to cut my red cardstock and the other to cut the individual patterned paper hexagons.  I arranged them in a fun pattern to create a backdrop for Fred.  This is a 5" x 7" sized card.  Here is a visual of the Die-namics.

I stamped Fred on a panel cut with the Rectangle STAX Die-namics.  Fred is colored with Copics.  I then used colorless blender solution and a stuffed animal to add a hint of texture to his fur.  I added a sidewalk and a hint of color for the sky using B00 and B0000.  A rhinestone was added to the center of the pinwheel and the pinwheel was coated with liquid glass for a fun shiny effect.  The image panel was matted on two more Rectangles cut using the STAX.  The sentiment was stamped on the larger of the two Chat Bubbles which I shortened.  The ribbon is Whip Cream grosgrain.  Here is a closer look.

Here is the inside.  The sentiment is from the Perfect Pinwheel stamp set.  I selectively inked the pinwheel from the Fred image and stamped it next to the sentiment.  More hexagons finish off the inside.

Here are the Die-namics I used today.

Here are the details about the upcoming release on June 5 at 10 PM EST:

• You can attend the New Release Party on June 5 from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can enjoy fun, games, and PRIZES!
• The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on June 5 at 10 PM EST.  You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
• The guest designer contest is ON!  Check out the forum for details on how YOU can win $200 in stamp sets and Die-namics, and play along with the MFT Design Team for a month.
• If you'd like to see all the teasers for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW.  Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily.  The winners will be posted on June 5 just before the release party, on the MFT blog.

Thanks for stopping by today. Don't forget to check out who else is participating in today's teaser at Kim's blog - you won't want to miss the peeks at the Inspired by Travel set!!  Leave some comments along the way for your chance to win a gift voucher!!! Have a great day!

You Spin Me card - 5" x 7"
Stamps:  Fred Bear and the Pinwheel, Perfect Pinwheel stamp set (MFT)
Papers:  On the Sunny Side (MFT), Red (Bazzill), Choice buttercream (TE), watercolor paper for card base
Inks:  Memento tuxedo black, Brilliance graphite black (Tsukineko), dutch blue (CTMH)
Accessories:  Hexagons Die-namics, Rectangle STAX sets 1 & 2 Die-namics, Chat Bubbles Die-namics, whip cream grosgrain (MFT), button, brads, liquid glass (CTMH), tiny twinkle (TE), Divine Twine (The Ribbon Carousel), sewing machine, foam tape

What Makes Life Sweet - MFTWSC74

Hello!!  Happy hump day :)  Only 9 more days left of school as my son will remind me today when he gets off the bus!!  LOL.  My Favorite Things has another great sketch for you this week, MFTWSC74. 

The details - every Wednesday there is a new sketch for you to play along with. You can check Kim's blog for a full list of the MFT Designers providing the inspiration. All the details can be found in the MFT forum on SCS - just look for the most recent WSC thread. Upload your card to the SCS gallery using the keyword MFTWSC71. You will have the chance to win up to $20 in MFT money.

This week's sketch was crying out for me to use  the Vertical Greetings II stamp set. 

I stamped this sentiment on a label cut with the first Vertical Greetings Die-namics.  The cardstock is Hot Fudge and Kraft.  I used the Open Scallop Doily for the circular element.  The flower is the Rolled Scallop Flower in English Rose felt accented with a Vintage Flourish.  A Crown Border is tucked under the horizontal panel.  Here is a closer look at that sweet flower. 

Here is the sketch & Die-namics I used today.

Be sure to stop by Kim's blog to see all the designers participating in this week's sketch. Don't forget to upload your creation to Splitcoast Stampers using keyword MFTWSC74.  Have fun with the sketch and see you tonight for Day 2 of Teasers!!!  Happy stamping!!! Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!!

Sweet Life card - 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"
Stamps:  Vertical Greetings II (MFT)
Papers:  Paper Heart (Crate), Kraft, Hot Fudge (MFT)
Accessories:  Vertical Greetings Die-namics, Rolled Scallop Flower Die-namics, English Rose felt,  Open Scallop Doily Die-namics, Vintage Flourish Die-namics, Crown Border Die-namics (MFT), natural spidy lace crochet ribbon, ivory jute (The Ribbon Carousel), corrugated cardboard (The Funkie Junkie), pearls, wooden buttons (CTMH), sewing machine, foam tape