enjoy today...

...and everyday!

This is the statement on one of my newest cards, featuring a variety of patterned paper goodness from Amy Tangerine's Sketchbook Line. 

I also used a bunch of hexagons...I love the way they flawlessly coordinate and make a bold statement.

enjoy today:

This one was just added to the Etsy Shop and will soon be joined by a bunch of other cards! Get your hands on it while it's hot!

Thanks for stopping by...and come back soon!

hey there

Hey There...

Check out this A2 Card, brand spankin' new in the Etsy Shop. It features Hero's Neon Inks and some of my new Papertrey Ink stamps. 

Hey There:

I've got lots more coming to the shop, featuring a variety of new inks, papers, stamps & die cuts!

Thanks for stopping by!

Collections and Coordinates

Hi friends! 

I know it's been a few, but like I mentioned in my last post...it's been worth it. :)

I uploaded a bunch of new cards to the Etsy Shop today! They are all recent creations and I'm really pretty pleased with them!

One of my favorite things in the scrappy/crafty world are collections. They always coordinate and you can mix and match and you're bound to get something amazing. This was my thought as I prepared this line of cards. They are all featured in a new section of my store, coincidentally called "Collections and Coordinates" and you can see it here. 

I also added a bundle feature with this line of cards to enable customers to save some money. The more you buy, the more you save. 

Without further ado...

Love:

 Hey Friend:

Hey Buddy: 

Thank You: 

You Rock Totally Cool: 

Many Thanks: 

Totally Cool You Rock: 

You Are So Nice: 

If you dig these cards, be sure to tell a friend. Come back tomorrow and see a few more additions!

Thanks for stopping by!

In progress...

I know it's been a few days since I've posted some actual artwork. I'm in the process of creating some new things and getting some older things organized. I've got big plans and I hope to show sneak peeks if not full releases in the next few days. 

Between the plethora of supplies I've received and the inspiration I've been finding on Pinterest and various blogs with CHA releases, I'm on overload for ideas!

I hope you'll stick around and check back. It'll be worth it. I promise. 

Sentiments & Patterns

One thing that I focus on when making cards is having a variety of patterns, colors and sentiments. I'm a firm believer that a good set of cards is an essential "must-have" and so I try really hard to always create a variety of styles, even if using one core set of supplies. 

This is evident in the set of cards I've listed today in the Etsy Shop. While the papers all came from the same line, the sentiments and styles are all over the place! These are some of my favorite cards that I've created!

Continuing with the line of cards posted yesterday...

Thank You:

Nothing Better: 

And then my most recent set of favorites, still using Echo Park papers...

Hello Sunshine:

It's Your Day: 

With Gratitude: 

You Are So Nice: 

Thank You: 

I'm not sure if it's the variety of stamps that I used, the combination of papers, or the embellishments like buttons, twine and gems, but I just *love* the way these cards turned out!

Be sure to check out all the cre8ive fun things in my Etsy Shop!

I've got a couple other "sets" of coordinating cards to list and tomorrow a fabulous package should arrive with new supplies that I can't wait to get my hands on!

Thanks for stopping by...and be sure to tell a friend!

Every Crafter's Necessity

Last week I shared my excitement about some of the products I had recently ordered from Papertrey Ink. They have some amazing stuff [especially the release coming out this month!] and I couldn't wait to get to work using it. 

Introducing the product that every crafter [card maker, scrapbooker, doodler] needs: 

Oh that's right, I made an inspiration journal // idea book // mini to take with you since inspiration really is everywhere. Here's the direct link to the listing in my Etsy Shop. Lots more details there. I can see myself making a few of these!

I also added the remaining cards from my failed [for the moment] attempt at Operation Write Home.

I miss you so much:

Love: 

I miss you so much: 

Thanks: 

I'm currently in the middle of an online class that is providing me with a boatload of inspiration so I'm sure that I'll have lots more cards and projects coming soon. 

Be sure to check back!

3 New Items!

Just a quick update that there are 3 new items in the Etsy Shop!

It's my hope that I'll be able to add several new items each week, [I'd say each day, but currently I'd rather focus the majority of my time on creating new pieces!]

So, listed today are the following:

happy birthday: 

 hey buddy:

keep cool: 

For those who might not be aware, I've got a serious thing for lowercase letters...as in, I very rarely use capitals. I'm all for proper English, but when writing and stamping, I'm all about the lowercase. 

If there's something special or particular you'd like to see either here or in my shop, please don't hesitate to comment or contact me...I'm always up for suggestions and ideas!

Until next time...thanks for stopping by!

Inspiration leads to ... purchase!

I've seen some pretty awesome things online recently and they're making me itch to actually purchase them!

Ahem...

Yes...I must have them. All three. After all, I am a child of the '80's...therefore, neon is a must. And, that stamp...with the little bursts that could be a flower, or a sunburst or a firework or...yes, yes, yes, I must have it as well.

I'm placing the order as we speak...and I can't wait to get them so that I can create new things for the shop. If you happen to get these awesome supplies as well...let me know what you create. Inspiration is best when shared...as are art ideas. 

Thanks for stopping by...more creative goodness tomorrow!