Sooner Scrampin'

Rockin' Love Bug

2010-02-07T20:43:00.002-06:00

I am trying to get a few Valentine's made by completing a few challenges. This first card used the Sketch Saturday and OCC ~ Masculine Valentine. Ya know, it's realy hard to make a card that is not to foo foo. I asked Roe if he thought this card was "masculine?" He said, "Well, except for the hearts and butterflyies." What butterflies? Those are just swirly strings to accentuate the hearts. Oh well, I worked all afternoon getting this card the way I wanted it, and I think it is "very masculine!:

Stamps: CTMH You Rock, Verve You Rock
Paper: Mix of SU & CTMH
CB Embossing Folder: Fleur DeLis
Embossing Powders: black, cranberry, silver
Accents: black hemp & CTMH Top Coats "Rockin"

The next card is using SFYTT & Crazy 4 Challenges ~ Valentine card/
Paper: SU Rasberry Tart
Stamps: Lovey Huggabug from Stampinbella
Spellbinders Labels & Dalia's? (not sure what the flower is called)
Accents: pearls and WM ribbon.

Two Challenges

2009-11-27T16:12:00.002-06:00

This first card uses a sketch from (sketchsaturday.blogspot.com). I used a new stamp for me. It is from (allthatscraps.com) and is called Swiss Pixie Birgitta. She really is a cutie. I used some old dp scraps and colored with copics. I also addded a bit of Stickles and brown Liquid Applique. I love the flowers with the courdoury brads.

Next, is is a sketch from (iheart2stamp.com). I may have gotten a little carried away with the flowers. He he. The paper is new SU Christmas Cocoa and is actually flocked. Stamp is from (allthatscraps.com) and is called Mistletoe and Mice from Stampavie. Again, I used copics to color and added a few foo foo brads and ribbon.

Thanks for stopping by!
Hugz,
Johna

Praying for Nellie

2009-11-02T20:47:00.002-06:00

I made this little card for my friend at work and her dog. The dog has cancer and is living day to day at this point. My friend is very sad and I feel for her.

This is my first time to make a Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge (SSC47). It is from the blog www.kgiron.blogspot.com. When I saw that it was long and skinny, my mind immediately went to work on this card. I just bought some 3 5/8 x 6 1/2 envelopes and wanted to make a fun size card to put in them. This card is 3 1/4 x 6 1/4.
Stamps = SU's Wellness Wishes
DP = Dogs & Cats by Design Originals
Embellys = Wal~Mart Ribbon (LUV
This dp has a long story on how I acquired it, but I won't tell it. Just know that it is special! LOL
It is dated 2006, but I like to pull it out from time to time, and it was perfect for this projects!
Thanks for stopping by!
Johna

Turkey Time

2009-11-01T10:33:00.002-06:00

Bring on the Turkey! Well, I'm not really wanting to make fall cards this year. I want to concentrate on Christmas. I want to make my own Christmas cards this year. So, you'll probably be seeing a lot of them here.
But before I get started on those, I wanted to use this new Inkadinkado stamp a bought at HL this week from the clearance box... go figure! I thought he was a good investment for my collection. The paper is a mixture of SU Parisian Breeze and DCWV Luxury Stack. I used my new Fleur De Lis Shapeabilities Pendant and added some small pearls. Accents = Walmart ribbon, SU buttons, and CTMH felt die cuts.
I am THANKFUL you stopped by!
Johna

So Hoppy You Stopped By

2009-10-31T20:30:00.002-05:00

Mojo Monday week 110
Stamps = Whipper Snapper's Eli & Frogger
Paper = Deja Views Little ones
CB Folder = Pos/Points
Setiment = JustRite
Markers = CopicsThank you for stopping by!
Johna

Fun With Frankie

2009-10-31T18:59:00.002-05:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

STAMPS = CTMH's LITTLE SPOOKS

PAPER = SU's GHOSTLY GREETINGS

An Apple a Day...

2009-10-17T21:12:00.002-05:00

This little Emma Stamp comes from allthatscraps.com. I received it about a week ago, but haven't had time to ink it up. I really like these stamps from CC Designs.

This weekend, I'm trying to use up some of my older DP. This paper is SU's Bella Rose. This card was super easy and fast to make. I turned MOJO108 sideways and added this beautiful ribbon from Wal~Mart. Finally, I used my copics to color Apple Emma. Enjoy!

xoxo

Johna

A Girly Pumpkin Emma

2009-10-17T20:04:00.002-05:00

I think this little cutie may be from the flower child era. I know pink isn't traditionally a fall color, but I think it is very charming on little Emma... and, I was trying to use some DP that has been gathering dust. (SU's Sweet Always)These are some stamps I just received today from 7kidscollegefund.com. The pumpkins and fence are sold separately. The main stamp is Pumpkin Emma. They are from the Sugar Plums collection of CC Designs. So very cute. I also received my Nestabilites Pumpkins in this order and a bunch of other fun stuff to play with. I'm sure I'll be showcasing them tomorrow between loads of laundry.
This super sketch is naturally from Jen Del Muro's iheart2stamp.com Sketch For You To Try. She posts a new sketch every Saturday, and the first thing I do every Saturday is check for the SFYTT. I am so excited to announce that I won last week's SFYTT random drawing! Jen is sending me a little something in the mail this week and I can't wait to see what it is! Thank you Jen & Tony...(Tony drew my # and was impressed that I was a Sooner Fan!)
Anyway, Hope you enjoy this little card, and have a Great weekend!
Boomer Sooner!
Johna

2 Just 4 U

2009-10-13T20:44:00.002-05:00

These 2 cards are the last of my Christmas workshop. I used CTMH's December Word Puzzle for this one and some old DP I had. I also used a CB embossing folder. Super quick and easy.I love the huge ribbon bow on this one. The stamp is The Manger from Penny Black. I punched the star and put it on pop dots. It is colored with Copics. The card shape was made with my Nestabilities Labels. I folded a piece of 4 x11 CS in half long ways. The I just left the die hanging off of the paper a tiny bit on the left side. Love the result! Didn't love cutting out 50+ for the workshop. Hey, my girls are worth it! Luv U Guys!

xoxo

Johna

Snow Friends

2009-10-11T15:37:00.001-05:00

All CTMH.
Stamps = Snow Friends
Paper = Retired Hollydaysxoxo
Johna

SFYTT

2009-10-10T21:21:00.002-05:00

This card looks strange to me. It has a white border on the bottom that you cannot see in this scan. Again, I used the Jingle paper from CTMH and the Stamp of the Month Holiday Warmth.Hope you like it!
Johna

Baby Jack & A Reindeer

2009-10-10T18:49:00.002-05:00

Baby Jack is one week old today. This picture was taken the day he was born. He weighed 6lbs 12 oz and was 18 inches long. He is a wee little thing! Next is a card we will make at my next workshop. It is all CTMH. Stamps = Heartfelt Christmas. Paper = Jingle

xoxo

Johna

The Last of the Everyday Celebration Cards

2009-10-01T20:11:00.002-05:00

Yes, this is the last two sketches for the Everyday Celebration Card Kit. I really had fun with these two remakes. The original Happy Birthday cake is very cute, but I love me some cutie patootie owls. This little guy has flowers for eyes and was perfect for my friend Janet.
This next remake was made using CTMH's On the Farm. I love this tractor. Really makes me think of my dad. And since I stamped it in brown, you can just imagine that is is a beautiful "Case IH" red. Not ugly John Deer Green! LOL

Tomorrow is Friday, so maybe I'll have a great SFYTT and more challenges to post this weekend.

Happy October!

Johna

Young Romance

2009-09-27T21:09:00.003-05:00

First of all, there is no YELLOW on this card! My scanner does not do this card justice. Sorry. The true color is a light bamboo toile. This paper is very old CTMH Heirloom. I love the richness of it. The stamp set is Childhood Portrait. I used several different nestabilities and a corner rounder to make the different shapes. I then added ribbon, clear Dew Drops, some embossed paper flowers and a cute little brad in the center. I also popped the main image up on pop dots. This is yesterdays SFYTT.

Enjoy!
Johna

Let's Celebrate Some More

2009-09-27T18:27:00.002-05:00

Well, here are original cards #4, #5, and #6 with a variation. They are posted here in reverse order. Ooops! Card #6 & #5 variation are made using Treetops stamp set. I think I've mentioned before how much I enjoy using this stamp set. I love to add embellishments to the trees. It is so fun to play with.

Card #4 uses the Backwoods stamps. This is the first time I have used this set. I really like it, too. I guess I have a thing about trees. Does that make me a "Tree Hugger?" Probably not! LOL! I bought Backwoods and the Back Country Paper from the CTMH Summer Idea Book to use in my vacation album. We went to Durango, CO. I have big plans, but haven't got much done yet. I will post later as I make some progress.

Anyway, I used pop dots on the two smaller trees. I really like the effect. Hope you'll check back tomorrow. I plan to show the final two cards and their variations.

Thanks for stopping by again!

Johna

Five Cards...One Post

2009-09-26T16:38:00.002-05:00

Not feeling great today, so I hope to make this post short and sweet. On this first card, I used a new stamp from Rachelle Ann Miller called Giving Shelter. The paper is DCWV Blossoms & Butterflies Stack. All papers are "glittered & foiled," which is what attracted me to this paper stack. I also used my CB embossing folder and copics for coloring. This card was made early in the summer, so I don't remember if it is from a sketch challenge or not. These next card are installments #2 and #3 of the Everyday Celebration Card Kit from CTMH. Again, I made the original using the Instruction Guide, then slightly altered the second one with stamps I already have in my collection to show diversity. This cute little Boer Goat is not from CTMH, but everything else is CTMH. The barbed wire is from On the Farm.

I used Surprise! stamps on this final cards and a little contraband bling. This is probably my least favorite of the ones I did on my own. My Copic Colors do not match my paper the way I would like for them to.

Stop by tomorrow. Hopefully I will have a SFYTT card to show and I will have a new installment from the Everyday Celebration Kit. Have a wonderful weekend.

Johna

Everyday Card Kit Card #1

2009-09-25T19:52:00.002-05:00

I made the card on the right following the instructions. The card on the left is the same pattern with the "You Rock" stamp set and I added a flower instead of the "Celebrate" circle. Close To My Heart is currently offering the everyday card kit for FREE if you spend $60 on new stamps. Well, that sounds super to me. It includes Everyday Celebration Stamps, Chocolate Mini-Medleys, cardstock and paper, cards and envelopes, chocolate and blue distressing inks. It really is a super value. It also comes with a full color step-by-step instruction brochure. You receive enough paper to make 16 cards.
Check back tomorrow for Card #2 with a variation.
Thanks for stopping by.
Johna

Itty Bitty Tree Tops

2009-09-24T18:20:00.003-05:00

Just wanted to share two quick cards I made this summer before I'm off to play Bunco. Gosh, I don't remember the last time I played Bunco. I'm really looking forward to it. This first card is an old card sketch. I'm pretty sure it is SFYTT, but I really don't remember. The stamps are from CTMH's Treetops. I really have enjoyed this funky little set. I love how you can change it up with buttons or brads or layer the pieces for a 3-D effect. The paper is Basic Gray's Lime Ricky. I used my CB embossing folder, paper flowers, brads and orange ribbon from Wal~Mart.

Finally, this little cutie is Baby Itty Bitty from the Happy Hoppers collection. The sentiment is from Verve. I made this card for a card swap on SCS. This too was made from an old card sketch. A Mojo Monday I believe. The paper is DCWV.

Thanks for stopping by. Come back tomorrow when I will begin previewing my CTMH Everyday Celebration Card Kit with the original cards and a set that I altered slightly.
xoxo
Johna

Fall Is Here

2009-09-23T20:23:00.002-05:00

Wow! I can't believe May 17 was the last time I posted! I guess I've been in a funk! Well, the Dr. did say I was suffering from anemia. I was 2 pints low in the middle of August. I'm sure I was low all summer because I was very lethargic and had no stamping mojo. He prescribed pre~natal vitamins. No! I am not pregnant, however, they do seem to help my energy level. I may have to have some other tests run later to see what is causing the anemia. For now, I am ready to stamp and maybe even do a little bit of scrapbooking.This first card, I used the Sweet Home collection from the CTMH Fall/Winter Idea Book. The stamp set is Childhood Portrait. I heat embossed the image of the children. I used my Swiss Dots CB Embossing Folder and Chocolate Bella Baubles. Oh yea, I also cut the flower shapes with nestabilities.

Well, this card looks better in person... I think. My idea was to make the leaves look like they were turning. I really like the swirls in this Flourished Blessing stamp set from CTMH. Sometimes things just don't turn out like you would like or them to. Again, I used the Sweet Home paper. An Flame Baubles.

Anyway, I plan to give these to my hostess club members. We were going to make these at our workshop last Monday. I had to cancel the workshop, but my ladies deserve to get a little treat so I made these for them.
Check back tomorrow. I have more cards to share, but didn't want to post them all at once.
Johna

Just a Little MOJO

2009-05-17T22:13:00.004-05:00

I used the MOJO86 sketch to begin this card. However, I didn't follow it exactly.
This card is for a bridal shower at work. The wedding colors are orange (she is an OSU grad) & teal. I hope you like it.
Johna

I'm Not A Complete Slacker!

2009-05-02T18:07:00.004-05:00

Well, I've been really busy! I made six of these for a Christian All Occasion Swap on SCS. I love this stamp & scripture from Verve. I pretty much went all SU on this card. I used their craft paper for the card base and the Parisian Blue Paper pack. The flowers and ribbon are also SU. CS & ink is CTMH. The garter ribbon is from Stamping Bella. Love this stuff!
The thing that's really been keeping me busy is this Thank You Note:
Front:

I made 48 of these suckers! We sent them to the People who bid on Brekyn at the Premium Sale. Next time, I think we'll send photocards and let someone else do all the work!
Inside the card:
The DP, CS, & ribbon is CTMH. The cute goat stamp is from Whiff of Joy. We tried to keep it real simple since we had to make so many!

After these 2 projects, I took a little stamping break. Now, I hope I have my Mojo back and plan to do some stamping soon.

Hugs!

Johna

SCS Whipper Snapper Card Swap

2009-04-26T20:32:00.003-05:00

Just thought I 'd share these cute critters I received in a Card Swap I did on SCS. I was so pleased with all of the cards I received in this Swap. All images are Whipper Snapper.

Thanks for stopping by. I am working on another swap now. I will post my card soon.

Johna

Prom Pics 2009

2009-04-26T16:09:00.003-05:00

Mom, Enough Pictures Already!! The cousins: Shelby, Caitlin, & Caleb

Shelby & Caleb at the Prom. Aren't they handsome?

Jessica Kelsey & Shelby before the Prom

Roe, Jessica, Shelby & Johna

Jessica & Shelby before the Senior Banquet.

The Kids had a great time and all looked great. So much fun.

Johna

Totally Stamp-Lifted!

2009-04-08T21:38:00.002-05:00

How About these Colors! Whoa Nellie! Get your sun glasses out!
I didn't choose them myself, they are the color challenge for this week from TCPTUES53 at the Cat's Pajamas. I haven't decided if I like this card or not. It will have to be for someone VERY special.Deets: Colors = Raspberry Pink, Pumpkin Orange and Sunny Yellow
Paper = Basic Gray
Stamps = Verve's Bunny Duet, Sentiment = Verve's Everlasting Life
Bellies = various ribbons & ric rac, SU felt flowers, flower brads, tiny pearls & pop dots
Stamplifted from = Pickled Paper Designs

Now this next card, I am very fond of! Love the colors and the card sketch (TECC62). I found a card very similar to this posted on the Scalloped Edge, and just had to make my version. Again, I used some of my Yummy new Verve stamps. This one is called Practically Perfect. Love it for baby cards. The paper is SU's Parisian Breeze. Since this is a boy card, I tried to keep it simple. No pearls, diamonds, or ribbons on this one.

I love to read your comments! They make me feel so special!

:} Johna

The New Idea Books Will Be Here Soon!

2009-04-07T19:55:00.002-05:00

A quick peek of some new paper available May 1. Great for summer.Ask me about our current Constant Campaign.

Here's a sneek peek of the upcoming Summer Idea Book from Close To MY Heart

Luv Ya! Johna

Half Price Papper and Verve Will do the Trick

2009-04-06T22:39:00.002-05:00

Hello, Thanks for stopping by. I've got 3 sketch challenges for you today. They all offer blog candy, so cross your fingers that I win! This first card I made for Roe to send over seas to a friend fighting in the war. This is one of my favorite scriptures. I also have it written on my dining room wall. I used today's Mojo Monday Week 81 sketch. This is a super easy sketch and great to use up some of those scraps laying around. The scripture and cross are from Verve's Jeremiah 29:11. The paper is a pad of half price "Luxury Stack" I picked up from Hobby Lobby. I don't know if you can tell in the pics, but it is "pearlized". Very shimmery. I only added a bit of SU ribbon and some brown baubles. The "Praying for You..." is from SU and is up on pop dots.
This next card sketch is from a site called cardpattens.blogspot.com. I wanted to use my new Thoughts and Prayers set from SU. I've had it awhile, but have only used one sentiment once. Again, I tried to keep this one simple and not to flashy. The paper is from the same stack as the above. The top ribbon, under the tree is tulle, and I just forgot how to spell it. It is pretty wide, so I scrunched it up under the legs of the brads. The other two ribbons are from SU. The Bee Brad is Basic Grey.

Finally, this card is made from the same "Luxury Paper Pack" as the others, I just used a different color. The sketch is from Jen's SFYTT @ iheart2stamp.com. I also used Our Creative Corner's challenge which was to make an Easter card. I like to kill 2 birds with one stone if I can. The stamp set is from Verve's Everlasting Life. Yes, I finally ordered some Verve and just couldn't wait to play. You may see some cute Verve Bunnies in the future! I added a little bit of lace at the bottom of the panel at the bottom and some garter ribbon in the middle. I used tiny pearls to make the butterfly trail and the butterfly punch is from Martha Stewart and is one of my favs. Finally, a tiny crystal to emphasize the head.

Thanks for stopping by!

Johna

Eli like Challenges

2009-03-29T20:01:00.004-05:00

I made a few cards for SFYTT and the OCC Challenge. The OCC challenge was to use the colors More Mustard, Bashful Blue, and Not Quite Navy. Did that! I even had some old CTMH "At the Game" DP with those colors. How lucky! The image is Whipper Snapper's "Eli & Frogger".

Friday night before I even knew what the challenges were, I decided I would make a boy card. I needed a couple of cute cards for birthdays and didn't really have any I liked. So you may see a few more boy cards in the future. Anyway, I originally made 3 different cards to see which one I liked best. You can see the prototypes below. The top card is my favorite. The middle one originally did not have the light blue patch under the buttons. I liked the final look of the first card so well, I decided to RIP the buttons off of card 2 and add a patch. Somehow, in the revamping, I had a little tear. I am so disappointed.

Brekyn wanted to know what the brown stuff on his face was. I thought it was obvious, but just in case it's not, It is suppose to be dirt. LOL.

Thanks for stopping by.

Johna

Chicks with Mojo

2009-03-26T22:47:00.003-05:00

Well, How 'bout one more. This is a new Whipper Snapper stamp I received a few weeks ago called Chicken Clique. I love it! I used my Bo Bunny paper again and paper pieced the chicks. I'm really in to paper piecing my stamps lately. So fun. Everything else is pretty normal. I just added ribbon, orange baubles, and a Pretty Pin from CTMH. As an afterthought, I found some tiny pearls to stick on Chick #3's necklace. It really pops!
Oh yeah, this is Monday, March 23, 2009's Mojo Monday sketch. I made this card for Roe to give to a friend of his who just found out she has cancer. He did not want a sad card. I definitely don't think this is a sad card!
Thanks for stopping by.
Johna

I'm Baaaack with a Cute Flutterby

2009-03-26T21:03:00.003-05:00

Well, I'm back after a long absence. Where have I been? Just busy, busy, busy. Goat Shows, spa, doctor, painting, following kids, work...40th BIRTHDAY!! UGG All is good, just living life.
This is another stamp from Stamping Bella called Flutterby. I love all the Huggabugs. I have about four. I used Jen's Saturday SFYTT and some new flower embellishments from SU. Paper, baubles and spiced marmalade Stickles are from my spa trip to Tulsa. (Yeah, I googled scrapbooking stores in Tulsa and made my hubby take me!LOL)
Okay, so I loved this orange and bright paper from BoBunny. I was so excited when I found stickles to match (love the color) and I had felt flowers to already at home. But, when I put the card together, well, I think it might be to much. Is this an UGLY card. I think it might be. Anyway, I'm going to link it to Jen's Mr. Linky. Hopefully, I will win some blog candy. Cross your fingers for me!
See ya soon!
Johna

Fluey SFYTT

2009-03-15T23:49:00.002-05:00

Hello All,
Thanks for stopping by! I finally used a new color! I changed from blue and brown to blue and black. I really love how this card turned out. I used lots and lots of new products. I received a big order from Stamping Bella's this week. As you can tell, I used as much of it as I could on this card. Fluey Huggabug is new. Isn't she the cutest! I chose her because I am making this card for my across the street neighbor. She was in a bad skiing accident today. She may have to have brain surgery tomorrow. Please, keep this sweet girl in your prayers.
Okay, a little more about the card. I also used SU's Thoughts & Prayers for the sentiment. The inside of the card says "Wishing You a Quick and Complete Recovery." I bought the DP at my LSS. It is from Stemma. I have not heard of this company, but I do like the patterns and how they coordinate. The CS is CTMH's black and crystal blue. The ribbon and baubles are Bellas. This new Tuille was a bit hard to use. I finally ended up doing a 2 strand twist so use could see each color better. I am used to making big gaudy bows for presents using tuille, but it was a little bit more difficult trying to make one this size. Finally, I added Stickles to the hat and used pop dots on the oval, Fluey and the sentiment.
As usual, I think this card is much cuter in person, but I hope you enjoyed it anyway. I probably won't post again for awhile, it is Spring Break and me and the Hubby are going to a Spa for a few days. Aren't you jealous!
Johna :}

A Premium Girl and Her Goat

2009-03-11T20:54:00.002-05:00

If your looking for a card, scroll down to the bottom of this post!

She's The Best!
Well, we think so anyway!
Brekyn showed 2 goats in the County Livestock Show this past weekend.

Brek with Mike Berry of Cotton Growers Gin and Cathy Fowler ~ the cotton insurance lady.

She made the premium sale with her weather (boy). She was the 4th of the only 4 goats they took to the premium sale. Most animals will bring about $2 or $3 a pound, but her Papa John and some of his business friends had a little bidding war! The final bid was $52 a pound!! The little stink made over $5,100!

The one on the left if Brekyn with her First in class weather.

You can see the judge on the left eyeing Brek's Goat.

This is Brek setting her goat up. Don't you love his socks. The weekend before, she won Junior Showmenship at the local show. We are very proud of both goats because they came from our herd. They are not "store bought".

Now for a card.

This is Mudpie with Jellybeans. I used the Saturday SFYTT and FREE Delicate Dots paper I got from SU's Sell-a-bration. Not much else to say about this one. It is for a Easter swap I am doing on SCS.

Thanks for stopping by!

Johna

Hello Deer!

2009-03-01T21:55:00.002-06:00

This is my weekly post of sketch challenges. This first sketch is from Our Creative Corner. I liked the elegance of the sketch and decided to go with a more serious theme, so I chose to make a sympathy card. I never have them when I need them. The patterned paper is from CTMH's Emporium. The cardstock is Chocolate and Crystal Blue with some SU Craft Paper. I used my Cuttlebug Birds & Swirls Embossing Folder and Nestabilities Scalloped Oval Die. The other ovals are cut using the Creative Memories System. The Butterfly Punch is from Martha Stewart. I've been dying to use it and finally got the chance. Yeah! I printed the sentiment on my computer. The butterfly stamp is CTMH's Fluttering Love stamped in Crystal Blue.
This next sketch is Jen's SFYTT. I'm continuing with the serious look. I am trying to get a better variety of cards. It's hard for me to make masculine cards. Even though these colors and stamp are okay for a man, I just had to add a feminine touch with the bow. Couldn't help myself.

This stamp set is from Stampabilities and is simply called Doe & Fawn. So pretty! We see these a lot out on our farm. The babies are so cute. Again, I used Nestabilities Labels 2 and Cuttlebug Distressed Stripes Embossing Folder. The DP is last week's scraps of Paper Studio and CTMH's Chocolate and SU's Craft paper. I left off one embellishment from the sketch, but all that I could think of to put there was a flower, and I didn't think it looked good. Sorry Jen!

Thanks for stopping by!

Johna

Love Bunny and a Cupcake Swap

2009-02-21T21:58:00.002-06:00

Hey all! I am so glad to be back crafting and blogging. I couldn't tell you what I've been doing instead of the fun stuff, I guess just a bit of everything. I know I did watch TV 2 nights in a row this week. I hardly ever watch TV. And today I watched most of Gone With the Wind. That may be my most favorite movie. Well, I don't have a dress made out of my curtains, but I did once have a purse made from the same material as my bathroom curtains. I loved that purse!! It got stolen:(
At any rate, that brings me to my first card. My curtains, purse and this card all utilized my favorite color scheme...aqua blue and brown! YUMMY! This cutey patootie Love Bunny card comes from Jen's ( iheart2stamp.com ) Saturday SFYTT. It calls for a sentiment box where the flowers are, but I didn't want a sentiment because I wanted this card to be for any occasion. Easter, Baby, Love. I used my Nestabilities Scalloped Oval to make the bottom oval mat and my ole, reliable CM Cutting System for the top oval. I also used ribbon, brads, and paper flowers. The paper is from Paper Studio and the cardstock is CTMH's chocolate and crystal blue. I got the Love Bunny stamp at HL last weekend when stamps were half off.

This cute little cupcake was super easy to put together! My friend Denise did all the work on her Cricut. She cut the card base using CTMH Baby Pink. The bottom CS is Blush, and the DP is from That's Amore. I adhered the "icing" with pop dots, then added the ribbon and paper flowers. The final embellishment is a Pretty Pin. All from CTMH except the paper flowers. The inside sentiment says, " Have a Perfect Day". Again, this card can be for a variety of occasions with this generic greeting. My husband says it would make a cute birthday invitation. I agree! Oh, I made 6 of these for a swap I am in on SCS called Don't Be Square!"

Thanks for stopping by again!

Johna

Trucking by With a Valentine Hi!

2009-02-12T21:36:00.002-06:00

Bates's very helpful teacher, Mrs. Wenk, helped him find this cute design on the Internet. Then, she sent the idea home for me to make! Ohhh, what fun! LOL
I really wanted to wrap a shoe box and add some stickers! Not make this fun creation!
Oh well, Bates loved it! We tried to make the semi look like Papa John's # 14.

All products are Close to My Heart except the glitter papers and stickers. I used the ribbon holders for the wheels and a Cuttlebug heart die.

For those of you who don't know, my maiden name is Bates. My dad & his brother own a trucking company called Bates Brothers. Bates thinks all the trucks belong to him because his name is on them. He loves to go in the truck with my dad on weekends. They haul cattle from Altus up to Kansas, the Texas Panhandle, New Mexico, and Colorado. Bates loves it! I think my dad enjoys the company.

Anyway, I was pleased with how this turned out, so I just thought I'd share. Hope you like it!

Johna

Precious Monica

2009-02-07T20:32:00.003-06:00

Welcome! Well, I've been MIA the past week. I am glad to be back stamping and blogging. As usual, I am starting with the SFYTT. All products are CTMH except the Monica Romances stamp. I really like the way this one turned out.
The paper is That's Amore with Chocolate, Blush and Tulip CS.
The sentiment is from Priceless Love WP.
I also used the Cuttlebug Heart Blocks EF & and a heart die & EF set.
Not sure about the name of this set. This is a 6x6 card.

The next card is a Crimped Envelope Pocket Card. I found the tutorial on SCS.

Precious Monica

2009-02-07T20:32:00.000-06:00

A Garden of Gardenia's

2009-01-26T15:20:00.004-06:00

Well, here is another of Jen's Sketch For You To Try. I try to do these every Saturday. Well, I usually don't get to do them til Sunday. I uploaded my pics last night, but then accidentally deleted them. I was too tired to start over, so I am posting this card today. I wasn't sure about the sketch at first, but as usual, I liked the end product. I chose to use Gardenia Gardenthumb from Stampin Bella. This was my first time to stamp her. She is super cute. I colored her with my Copics. The DP is from Daisy D's Maybe Baby Collection. I also used CTMH's Tulip & Baby Pink. I tried to match the blue-green in the print with some of my CS, but it wouldn't match.
I also used my circle and scalloped circle nestabillities and CB's Birds and Swirls Embossing Folder. Of course I had to use ribbon which is currently my fave embellishment. I love the new Pretty Pens from CTMH.

Finally, I added some Platinum Stickles here & there.

To see other examples of the SFYTT, go to SCS and use keyword SFYTT or go to Jen's website at iheart2stamp.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

Luvs!

Johna

Mojo on Thursday

2009-01-22T21:13:00.002-06:00

Hello To You,
Thank you for visiting my blog! I'm finally getting around to Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge (week 70) now that it is Thursday night! LOL! I pulled out some old supplies for this one. The stamp set is CTMH's Sunflower Garden. It may be retired, I'm not sure. I was a bit bothered by the fact that sunflowers aren't red, but then I browsed through my Spring Hill catalog and well, this is a daisy. Daisies some in all colors. So just pretend with me. It matches the paper! LOL Ink is CTMH Tulip & Sweet Leaf with a little bit of chocolate for the middle of the flower.
As usual, I mixed company products. I guess this means my style is eclectic. The paper is SU's Bella Rose. (I'm just about out of this. May have to order some more.) I also used Bella's
Baubles, Nestabillities Scalloped Circles & Labels 2 with some Wal~Mart ribbon. The sentiment is SU, but I'm not sure what set. This card is one of 6 that are all just alike that I will be sending out for a Thank You card swap on SCS.
I'm sorry that the scan is not too good. I've tried my digital camera and my scanner. The original always looks better than what I post.
Have a great day & happy stampin!
Johna

To Market, To Market We Go

2009-01-19T21:18:00.002-06:00

This is my offering for the weekly Sketch for You to Try from Jen's Blog. I will also send it out as a Friendship SWAP on SCS. I used Pinky & Porky from Penny Black. I just love PB stamps! I also used CTMH Priceless Love Word Puzzle. The paper is the last of my Confetti from MME. I used my Copics to color in the image, and added ribbon and paper flowers.
The next few pics are an example of my February Hostess Club Workshop that will be on February 9th.
This is a close up of the embossed heart and paper flowers.

This is the front, close up of the key. It is on pop dots and has a pink ribbon around it. The little metal locks are from Oriental Trading.

Another side view.

And Finally, the top of the Memory Box.

All products are CTMH except the Bird Nestabillities.

Paper: That's Amore,

Ink: Brown Archival

It is super simple to put together.

Well, I had a great 3 day weekend. I can't believe tomorrow is Inauguration Day! I'm not too sure about the "People's Choice" for President, but I think it will be an exciting day for history.

I rearranged my craft room, and I love it. I have a new 6 foot counter to work on. Wow! So much fun. Thanks for stopping by.

Johna

Monica Romances on TCP Tuesday

2009-01-13T21:24:00.004-06:00

Yes, I spent my Christmas $$ on a few new stamping accessories. The first one being this new House Mouse stamp, Monica Romances. I decided to use it on Jen's TCP Tuesday 41 challenge. Whew! These colors were a booger! The challenge calls for Teal, Pumpkin, and Olive. I didn't have those exact colors, so I matched them with CTMH colors and used Ocean and Autumn Terracotta. The DP is from TAC's Catelynn.

I really had to dig in my ribbon jar to find color matches. I also added new CTMH accessories Pretty Pins & Pewter Designer Brads. I didn't use a card sketch per say, but I am surprised how close this card is to Jen's Saturday Sketch for you to try from 1/10/09. I guess it was still in my subconscious.
Hope your week is going great!
Thanks for looking!
Johna

Gerta the Party Goat

2009-01-12T20:27:00.002-06:00

When I saw this cute little goat image from Whiff of Joy, I just had to have it. Her given name is Gerda, but I will just call her June. Why June? Well she looks a lot like a little cutey we have on our farm by the same name. You can see a picture of June at the bottom of this post. She looks like she's wearing pants because of the brown hair on her rump & back legs.
Well, we don't usually put clothes on our goats. Ummm... Maybe sometimes we do! Below is Lori. She was a bottle baby born just a little before Easter. She is wearing a little dog t-shirt that says " Some bunny Loves Me". Okay, Yes, we are very strange people! But hey, I live in Oklahoma!

June as a baby.

Here's a little bit more about the card: It is a sketch challenge from Mojo Monday. The stamp is Gerda Celebrating Goat from Whiff of Joy. Paper is Confetti from MME. I used my Copics to color the Gerta/June and added some ribbon, paper flowers, rinestones brads and used pop dots on the main image & the flowers.

Enjoy my Babies!

Johna

Correction

2009-01-11T20:35:00.000-06:00

That website should be tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com
Sorry

More challenges on Sunday

2009-01-11T20:10:00.002-06:00

Happy Sunday! Well for me, it's Laundry Day & Challenge Day. I love to surf SCS and Blogs to find different challenges. This first card is a first for me. It is TECC50 on SCS. The sketch is from Tayloredexpresseions.blogspot.com. She encouraged participants to use cupcakes, so I used 3 different stamp sets. The first one, and most obvious, is Cuppacakeabella. She really is so fun. I used Copics to color her along with Stickles on her dress and a Bella Bauble on the cupcake. Both sentiments are from CTMH. "Hey there Cupcake" is from Cupcake Sprinkles, "Happy Birthday" is from For Every Occasion. The final bitty cupcake is from Penny Black's Critter Party. The original stamp is the one with the 3 mice blowing out the cupcake candle. I just cut the mice off. The cupcake was the right size, so I improvised! The paper is TAC's Catelynne, and the ink is CTMH's Ocean. Okay, I'll try not to be so long winded on this one. It is two challenges in one. I used Jen's sketch challenge and Our Creative Corner's Color Challenge. We were told to choose two shades of blue along with a neutral color. Well, Cocoa (brown) is neutral isn't it? My two blues, I chose from CTMH ... Indian Corn Blue and Moonstruck. I also used their Free Spirit Paper and the new Pretty Pins in the ribbon. The stamp set is Inkadinkado's Birds Galore. And yes I added crystal brads, paper flowers and some ribbon. Ya know I luv to Foo Foo! LOL

Don't know if you know this, but you can double click on an image and see it full screen. If you do this, you must promise not to notice my mistakes!

On a personal note, my friend Saundra came over Friday night. I had such a fun time making cards with her. It really is more fun to make cards or scrapbook with someone else! Ya know my doggies don't talk much, & then know no gossip! LOL

Well, thank you for enduring my ramblings! I hope you enjoy my cards!

Tata for now!

Johna

It's a New Year full of Sketches!

2009-01-04T20:38:00.002-06:00

I've been a busy girl today. I made 7 cards today. That is alot for me because I am extremely slow! This first one, I used Jen's sketch for you to try at iheart2stamp.com. I use SU's Bella Rose and CTMH's Heartthrob stamp. It was December's Stamp Of the Month. The ribbon & Baubles are from Bella's/
This cute little Chihuahua is from Inkadinkadoo...I think, but I wouldn't swear to it. I needed a few Thank Yous for some of the girls at work. I just love this little guy! The sketch I had stashed away, and I'm not sure where it is from. It is card sketch #147, but I don't know where it goes...SCS? Or PCP??

This one one is similar to one I made earlier in the week for my Open House. The paper is SU again (Green Tea) and the stamp is CTMH's Ms. On the Go. The sketch from SCS Vol01 with a twist of hardware but, um, I guess I forgot the hardware! Oopps. For someone who teachers for a living, I sure don't follow directions very well! LOL.

Well I hope you enjoyed the cards. I go back to work tomorrow after 2 weeks off for Christmas vacation. Do you think the boss will let me take a nap at 1:00? I'll try to post tomorrow with details about the upcoming workshop on February 9. Right now, I'm too tired and there is more laundry to fold.
Have a super week!
Johna

Puppy Love

2008-12-30T19:10:00.002-06:00

This is another project using the KTMH special. It is a 9x9 memory box. I'm very proud of it. Upper left detail.

This is the bottom right corner detail.

This is the top of my memory box. I will keep my door prizes/give aways in it for parties & workshops.

Ohh, this is Brekyn's new baby, Pedro with my baby, Jose. Aren't they precious?!?

I Don't Mop!

2008-12-30T15:54:00.002-06:00

Wow! I really love the new CTMH stamps featured in the new Idea Book! Isn't this chicky chick too cute! I would normally use brighter colors, but I love the way she blends with the new Emporium paper. This one is super simple and will be one of the cards we make on Friday. The stamp set is Ms. On the Go & the inside says... not to MOP! So very ME! Below is more artwork from CTMH using the Emporium paper. The colors are Buttercup, Cocoa, Crystal Blue & Sweet Leaf. Very soothing I think.

I probably won't post anymore this week for the Open House. You'll just have to come see it in person!

LOL!

Johna

Tres Hearts

2008-12-30T14:43:00.002-06:00

Another Sneak Peek:
I used the Key to My Heart paper & stamps. They are this months special from CTMH. You can read more about this special offer a few posts down. I also used the new StaysOn Ink in Timber Brown. This is the first time for CTMH to offer StaysOn in a color other than Black. I know the flourish looks black on this scan, but it is really brown. Other colors are Creme Brulee, Juniper, and Sorbet. I really like this vintage look.

Thanks for stopping by!

Johna

Far Out!

2008-12-29T22:07:00.002-06:00

Card # 2 for Friday's workshop.

Paper = Stardust
Stamps = Reach for the Stars
Come join us!
Johna

Hey There CupCake!

2008-12-29T14:52:00.002-06:00

This is one of the cards that will be featured Friday night at my Open House. I will also be debuting the Spring/Summer Close To My Heart Idea Book and a few new papers, stamps and embellishments from the book. I am very excited about the new products! I hope you will join us if you can. Contact me for more information and check back here as I will be posting more samples of the cards we will make.

Johna

Thank Hoo??

2008-12-28T20:11:00.002-06:00

This little Hooter is from Hero Arts. I needed to make several Thank Yous quickly, and this is what I came up with. I also used my CB Snowflakes embossing folder.

Thank you for stoppin' by!
Johna

National Papercraft Month

2008-12-23T12:17:00.002-06:00

Come join me in January for CTMH's National Papercrafting Month with this wonderful new Paper and Stamp set. You will receive:

10-12"x12" Cardstock Sheets (2 each of 3 colors, & 4 neutral),

12-12"x12" B&T Duos (2 each of 6 patterns), and... a My Acrylix Key To My Heart E-sized Stamp Set!!

This stamp set is great for card making or scrapbooking. The paper colors are wonderful, featuring our new

Creme Brulee, Juniper, Sorbet, and Tulip.

How can you get this exclusive set?

*Spend $130 on CTMH products and get the entire set for FREE! FREE! FREE!

* When you spend $75, you can purchase the kit for just $20.

*Buy it outright for only $47.90.

*Join CTMH between January 31 as a new consultant, and you'll receive the kit FREE in your New Consultant Kit.

*Finally, Hostesses can get the kit FREE with a Home Gathering sales total of $400 or more.

National Papercrafting Month begins January 1, 2009.

Offer valid December 16, 2008 through January 31, 2009.

( Shipping/handling and tax apply)

Contact me here on my blog or

email me at jworbes@sbcglobal.net

Happy New Year & National Papercrafting Month!!

Johna

Family Pictures

2008-12-20T13:57:00.002-06:00

We had family pictures made at Shanda's Shots. I think she did a Super job! I am so proud of my family. They are wonderful! I am truly BLESSED!

All Because Two People Fell in LOVE!

Johna & Roe

est. April 15, 1995

Brekyn and Her Daddy!

Brekyn ~ Age 11.5

Mama's Boys
Bates ~ Age 8
Shelby ~ 17

Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
Mathew 18:20

Christmas Blessings to You and Yours!
Johna

Mistress of Christmas

2008-12-16T22:49:00.002-06:00

Oh, this card gave me fits! I just couldn't get it to act like I wanted it to. Still not sure I like it. I used Penny Black's Christmas Fairy stamp, the Paper Studio's Christmas Tree Polka & ric rac ribbon, CB Ornaments Embossing Folder and some crystal flower brads. I also used my CTMH CS & ink, and my Copic Markers. The sketch is from iheart2stamp.com Saturday Sketch for You to Try.
Hope you like it!
Please leave a comment if ya do.
Johna

Christmas Cardinals

2008-12-03T21:47:00.003-06:00

Still working on Christmas cards. I'm not making much progress. UGG! :O This is the inside of the first card. The card is 6x6.

This one is 5x7.

I wanted to get away from the whimsical cards I have been making lately and try something a little more classy. I really like this stamp set from CTMH called Take Flight. I used Basic Grey's Wassail paper and the 2 red buttons are from this coordinating group, also. I really like the way the black looks as an accent color.

I love cardinals. They remind me of both of my grandmothers, but mostly of Mama Dippy who died about 13 years ago. She loved cardinals and hummingbirds. I always got her a wild bird calendar for Christmas. I really MISS her!

TFL!

Johna

Smooches!!

2008-12-01T22:57:00.002-06:00

Just one card for tonight. Brek had a BB game this evening so I didn't have much time for card making. This image is another Penny Black stamp! It is called "Kiss Me". I cut her dress from some patterned paper I had. I really piled the Stickles on and added some clear glitter on the fur of her dress. Again, I used the white glitter paper. I really like the look of it for Christmas and winter. I used 2 different snowflake punches with this same paper.

Have a great Day!

Johna

One More Before Bed...

2008-11-30T20:32:00.002-06:00

Well, I put this one together real quick this evening. I didn't add much to it because I thought it looked okay with out any embellishments. I used white glitter cardstock as the base and under the brown oval. It doesn't show up very well in the scan, but is very cute in person. This stamp is from the Christmas Critters set from Penny Black. I also used the CB Christmas Ornaments Embossing Folder.
Johna

Tis the Season

2008-11-30T17:00:00.004-06:00

Well, I'm back with more Christmas cards. I am totally getting into the mood for the holidays. Roe and I were at Wal~mart Friday morning at 6 AM! We got everything we were after. Since we waited awhile and weren't there at 5AM, it didn't seem quite as crazy. We shopped around town until about 10AM, then came on home. We munched on leftover Thanksgiving sweets, then went back to bed for a couple of hours. Today, Roe and the kids are putting lights on the house. The tree went up last night. Now... the wrapping! Ugg!
Don't you just love this little snail? I hate slugs! (bad experience from the past), but thought this stamp from Penny Black was adorable. He is just simply called Christmas Snail. I used Red Stickles on the dots on his back and Silver Stickles on his hat.
My little kitty friend is from Penny Black's Christmas Critters Clear Stamps. He looks like he may have just eaten a mouse. I also used this week's sfytt from iheart2stamp.com on both cards.

Enjoy!

Johna

Owl is Bright

2008-11-28T21:01:00.002-06:00

How cute is this little guy from Penny Black? I love this image. He was very fun to work with. Brekyn and I both love owls, so we are beginning to establish quite a collection! I hope you like him as much as I do. Check back for more Christmas cards later.

xoxo

Johna

Thanksgiving Cards

2008-11-26T15:36:00.002-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving! I know its been a while since I posted. I've been busy with life! I made these cards for my close family and just wanted to share them. I used many sketch challenges found on blogs and SCS and a variety of papers and stamps. You can also see my gallery on SCS for more information on each card. I hope you enjoy these!

Much to my my husband's disappointment, I have been gathering supplies (paper, stamps, embellishments) for several weeks to make my Christmas cards and crafts. So, check back every so often to see the results of my new goodies!

Thanks for looking.

Johna

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Count Your Blessings!

2008-11-02T20:18:00.002-06:00

As usual, I have used Jen's SFYTT (iheart2stamp.com). For this first card I made the card vertical. I think this stamp set is so elegant.
Stamps: CTMH's Harvest Memories, November Word Puzzle and SU's Fall Harves Wheel.
Paper & Colors: cocoa, sweet leaf, autumn terracotta, colonial white.
And Cuttle Bug's Pumpkin Harvest Embossing Folder

This next card uses the same sketch turned horizontally. I can't remember where I found these wonderful little crystal flowers. I like to use them to make my simple cards look gawdy! I used the same accessories on both cards except, the teddy bear stamp is from TAC. I cut out the pumpkins in some old CTMH B&T. I think they are so cute.

Hope you enjoy today's post! PLease leave a comment if you did!

johna

Playing Catch Up

2008-10-26T18:32:00.002-05:00

Well, It's been a while since I posted. I have been making cards and getting ready for my November Hostess Club Workshop. I've posted most of these on the SCS website. A lot of my ideas come from there and the CTMH BB.
THis first picture is a mini 3x3 box for Christmas tags. The stamp set is Mery Pursuits and the paper is CTMH's Evensong. This sketch is from Jen Del Muro's SFYTT. I Found this cutie patootie owl on the SCS website. His head is made from a label punch and his arms are cut from my small Nestabilities using my Big Kick. I also used Autumn Type CB embossing folder and Pumpkin #4 sizzlet. He's got a little bit of Stickles on his wings, but I messed up the original owl when I layed the card on the scanner. The Stickles smeared everywhere. The original had Stickles on the ears and on his belly. Had to toss it. :(

This is Fancy Fold Christmas Tree for the Hostess Club Workshop. It is very cool and 3-D. Not too hard to make, though I wouldn't want to make a bunch of them.

Here is another Fancy Fold Card with an evening Dress. I used stickles on the top. I think it looks pretty enough to wear.

Ohhh, Charlie Horse! I love you. He is from Clear Dollar Stamps and there are several more Charlie designs to chose from. The paper is CTMH's Sarsparilla. Perfect for this stamp. Sketch design by Jen Del Muro at iheart2stamp.com

Finally, this is a Bag~A~Lope! Funny name, but a cute sack made from an envelope. I think this stamp set is very elegant looking. It is ctmh's Vintage Christmas.

Well, I hope you enjoyed all of my little projects. I enjoyed making them.

Johna

Critter Party SFYTT

2008-10-11T22:03:00.002-05:00

Tomorrow I will be working on my November Hostess Club projects. I found some fun ideas tonight on the web.
Just one card tonight. I'm feeling tired and sleepy today, but wanted to give this card a try. I made it for my MIL's birthday. She collects mice at Christmas time, so maybe she will like this one.

This is of course from Jen's (iheart2stamp.com) Saturday Sketch for You To Try.

The Paper is from Scenic Route Paper Company

Stamps are Penny Black ~ Critter Party

I used my SU scalloped punch for the scallops on the light blue paper

& my Nestabilities for the scalloped circles.

Not sure where the flowers and crystal brads came from. Probably Oriental Trading.

Enjoy!

Johna

Charlie, Froggies and a Few Good Memories

2008-10-09T21:25:00.002-05:00

Oh Charlie Autumn! Isn't he a cutie? He looks like he's having so much fun playing in the leaves. I made this card last night for Jen's (iheart3stamp.com) sketch challenge. I had such a busy weekend, this was the first night I've had to stamp. Charlie is from Clear Dollar Stamps.
The second image is from Penny Black and is called "Green Line". I just love froggies! I collect them and they have almost taken over my "Scrap Pad"! So, I was soo excited when I finally got to use this stamp. The paper on both cards is SU's Haiku. I like it as a nontraditional fall color combination.
Well, just a little bit about my weekend. My cousin (who was born when I was in college..Uggg! I'm getting old) got married this weekend. We had family in from all over. Her dad and my dad are the only family members still living in the Altus area. There are 5 siblings. All of the siblings and their children live elsewhere. So we had people from each coast here. It was a great family reunion. I was able to see one of my cousins that is my age for the first time in about 10 years. Everyone is growing up so fast. Especially the "Big Cousins". We are now all pushing 40. That seems so strange to say. In my mind I'm still a little kid playing on the farm or water skiing from dusk til dawn with Mama Dippy. Anyway, seeing everyone brings back good memories, but also makes me sad for the ones who are no longer with us.

My Bellas are here!

2008-09-27T21:08:00.002-05:00

Happy Birthday, Sista! I the card I made for Jen Del Muro's sketch challenge. I know I didn't spell "Sistah" correctly on the card, but the /h/ wouldn't fit. I actually used two Bella stamps for this card...Huggybellas & prezzibella. The paper is form TAC and is called Bella Flor. Hey! What a coinkidink. LOL
You can see Jen's sketch and her card on iheart2stamp.com

Oh yeah, I wanted to tell you about the heart cut out. My cuttlebug friend( Deneise ) told me about this technique. You can brayer your embossing folder, then use it like you normally would. The ink will only transfer to the embossed shape. The rest of the paper will be white, or what ever color you use. Then I just cut the heart out with my scissors. Cool huh?
The next card is also made with Bella Flor Paper. I had so much fun making this card. My friend let me borrow her Cuttlebug Embossing folders. They are so much fun! I don't know the names of these folder. Can you beleive the company does not label their folder? I sure with they would.
Anyway, This Bella stamp is called Cuppacakeabella. I love their names! LOL
I used liquid applique and glitter on the cupcake along with a Bella Bauble for the cherry on top. Too stinkin cute! I made this card to give to my grandmother for her birthday next Saturday. She will be 75 and acts like the girl on the cupcake. I hope I look and act as good as Granny when I am 75!
Hope you enjoy my cards!
Johna

Gate Fold Card

2008-09-25T21:55:00.002-05:00

OOO, I am so excited! I just received my Bellas in the mail. I haven't made a card with them yet because the liquid applique on my cupcake is drying. I will put together cards tomorrow. Ordered some bling and ribbon to go with the Bellas and I love it! A very exciting day!
I made this card for my friend Nancy. Her father past away last night. I used the gate fold cards that I ordered from Stampin Bella. I used the Cuttle Bug Paisley embossing folder for the flaps. The colors are lilac mist and sweet leaf. The stamp set is SU's Always. I think it turned out pretty. I love this bird.
Happy Stamping!
Johna

Three Cards from one SFYTT

2008-09-20T20:19:00.003-05:00

OKay! Okay! I am frustrated. I meant to post these pics at the bottom of the post, but now I can't move them or erase them. Uggg!
Anyway, These are pics of my silly family! Shelby is the one on top. This is his Zoolander look.

This is Caleb before we waxed his unabrow!
And this is the kids on the first day of school. Oh, It's going to be a long year!
This last one is Daniel. He is best friends with the boys. Why all the cool hair dos? I told them I didn't like their hair in their eyes and they all needed a hair cut. Well, they didn't want hair cuts, but they did let me get their bangs out of their eyes. Then, I went around the table waxing eyebrows and hairy facial moles! OOg. I love these boys. They are so much fun!

First of all, I need to apologize to Jen Del Muro. I posted her blog address last week incorrectly. :( The correct site is: iheart2stamp.com. It's a really great site and you should check it out! Today, I made three cards using Jen's sketch challenge. The first one is this cute turtle form Inkadinkadoo. They have the cutest silly stamps. I also used paper from my scrap box. It is old CTMH.
Card #2 I'm not really crazy about. Just couldn't get it to come together. However, it is CTMH's Stamp Of the Month and chocolate, lilac mist and sweet leaf paper.
This last one, I used Stampin Up's Always set. I really like the look of this stamp set. The colors are chocolate, sweet leaf and lilac mist again. These are CTMH colors.

Sorry this one didn't scan too good. the sentiment says "always on my mind- forever in my heart.

Thanks for looking at my crazy, mixed up post!

Johna

SFYTT Saturday & My Family Pic

2008-09-14T14:23:00.002-05:00

Goodness, I can't beleive last Saturday was the last chance I had to post. It has been a very busy week at work. And Bates has been very busy with Football practice. He has his first game this week. He had a scrimmage Saturday. At his age, Football is more like wrestling than football. It was sooo cute!
Brekyn did very well with her goat las weekend. She placed first in her class. I have four rolls of film I need to develop. I will post some pics of the kids when I have them developed.
The above card is from Jen Del Muro's (iheart2scrap.com) Saturday Challenge. We were sopose to use Bellas, but I didn't have any soooo, I got on line and ordered me a few!! LOL I still wanted to try the sketch, so I just used CTMH "just because" stamps with the "Perfect Day" paper. I hope you like it. :)

From Left: Shelby, My dad~John, My Mom~Margaret, Bates, Me, My DH~ Roe, Brekyn and my very handsome brother~ Billy Bob Bates! He just goes by Billy these days. This is a picture of my family last Christmas. I really like it. Don't I have cute kids! I hope to have a professional pic taken soon before all the foliage dies this winter.

Enjoy looking...leave a comment:) Johna

Challenge 3 Day 1...o holy night

2008-09-06T19:41:00.003-05:00

I made this card for a challenge on the CTMH BB. I found this sketch on a blog, but I'm not sure where. Sorry to the wonderfully creative, talented person who posted it!

Anyhoo, all CTMH items.

Colors: Chocolate, Creme Brulee, & Twilight.

Stamps: Vintage Christmas

Enjoy! Johna

Saturday's SFYTT "Smile"

2008-09-06T16:59:00.003-05:00

Smile!! It's Saturday:D

Brekyn is showing one of her goats today in the county fair. I hope she does well. Brek and Bates took all the prizes with their chickens. Very exciting! Everyone wants to know what we have been feeding them. Ummmm... Dog food and bugs! LOL They are out on the farm, and fend for themselves in the trees. I also suspect they eat alot of goat poop. Ewww

Bates isn't smiling. He has a very curious rash all over his torso and some on his legs. Gave him some Benadryl and he slept about 4 hours!! That's about how long it took me to make this card:( I just couldn't get it to come together. I hope you like it. Enjoy! Johna

Paper: Wild Asperagus

Stamps: September Word Puzzle (CTMH)

Get Together (Penny Black)
Sketch by Jen Del Muro of
iheart2stamp.com

You Are My Sunshine

2008-09-01T21:30:00.001-05:00

Day Two of the Card Challenge.

Colors: Lilac Mist

Baby Pink

Sunkiss Yellow

Shining Star

2008-08-31T20:48:00.003-05:00

Okay, I had this challenge thing all wrong. I will be making one card each day. Here is todays card:

Card Challenge Week 2, Day 1

2008-08-31T16:21:00.002-05:00

These stars are for a challenge I am trying on the CTMH Consultant Bulletin Boards. I will post day 1 directions below. Check back tomorrow to see Day 2 instructions.

Juniper Cocoa & Creme Brulee
These are the instructions from the BB including the challenge hostesses name:

"CARDS!! I was looking at the Operation Smiles website the other day and was reading the testimonials. This little boy to soo precious!!! http://www.operationsmile.org/testimonials/ His name means "star". So we are going to use stars in our cards for today!! Pick 3 colors to use for your card. You may also add black or white to those 3 colors. This card should be masculine. No PINK!!!!!! Post your pics here when you are done!!! Have fun!!!! Ask any questions if you have any!!
Heather SAHM... Kaelin~4..Kaed~2 1/2..Kohen Jaems~8 month!! HeatherL42@yahoo.com "

Thanks for Looking!

Johna

Magic Moments Stationary Box with Thoughtful Seasons Stamps

2008-08-26T22:19:00.005-05:00

This a copy of the stationary box (w/o the box as it would not scan well) I will teach to my Hostess Club in October:

The first picture contains three 3x3 gift cards. The next four pictures contain

4x5 1/2 note cards. Following those is a picture of 2 1/2x3 1/2 small note cards. The final picture is the address book.

All products are Close To My Heart

Paper: Magic Moments

Stamps: Thoughtful Seasons

Accents: Mini Medly Autumn Garden

Colors: Cocoa, Hollyhock, Indian Corn Blue, Sunflower & Sweat Leaf

Thanks for looking!

Johna

Acrlic Album

2008-08-24T16:00:00.002-05:00

These are a few layouts from my acrylic album. I will be teaching this workshop on September 8.

Paper: Perfect Day

Stamps: Whooo Loves You

Shining Star

Playful Flourishes

September Word Puzzle

Friendship Word Puzzle

Paper Candy

2008-07-21T12:18:00.004-05:00

Today's posts are for a swap I entered on the CTMH swap board. I call them paper candy. They are ready to use on any layout or card. I am in the miscellaneous swap. I hope the other swappers enjoy these. I also made extras to use as giveaways at club and as I need them.

*Make It Count /Simple Pleasures

Stamps: Make it Count & Legendary Moments

Paper: Simple Pleasures

Colors: Bamboo, Cocoa, & Twilight

*Summer Sweetness & Boom~Di~Ada

Stamps: Summer Sweetness, July & August Word Puzzles, & Wonderful Charms (ant)

Paper: Boom~Di~Ada

Colors: Sunny Yellow, Watermelon, Clover Meadow, & Citrus Leaf

Enjoy and please leave a comment.

JOHNA

Dahlia Fold Card

2008-07-20T22:48:00.003-05:00

Dilly Dally Boom~Di~Ada Dahlia Fold Card.

He He!! Just being silly.

This is my first attempt at a Dahlia fold card. I was rather pleased with the "flower" eventhough, I feel the rest needs some work. I will teach the Hostess Club how to make this flower using a Dahlia fold at our next meeting. I will post the workshop projects as I get them made.

Colors: Sunny Yellow & Olive

Paper: Boom Di Ada **All CTMH products.

I will post directions after the hostess workshop.

Have a great day!!

Johna

My First Sketch Challenge!!

2008-07-20T00:24:00.002-05:00

This is my first sketch challenge. I found the sketch on Jen del Muro's Blog. (http://iheart2stamp.com/) I check her blog everyday. I used my brand new Copic markers which I bought so my artwork would look like the "big girls' work", but I have a lot to learn! They are very tricky! I try to blend and shade, but I have never had an art class and I'm truly just wingin' it. I also learned about Whipper Snapper stamps from my favorite blogs. Yes, I now want them all. Don't tell the CTMH friends, but the paper is from TAC. Where have my loyalties gone?? Oh well, it was fun to play with my new toys. I hope I can grow up to be an accomplished blogger of cards!?!? Does this make sense? HE HE

Johna

Hi Ya'll!!

2008-07-14T12:05:00.003-05:00

Well, it's official, I've got a blog. Now what? Of course I have no idea what I'm doing. I think it will be fun to muddle through and learn though. I hope to figure out how to post pics and tips on how stamping and scrapbooking. But that will have to come later. I fave a few blogs I like to check everyday. They have inspired me to give this a try. I will post these links below.

Well, I plan to start back to work tomorrow. I don't have to officially report until August, but since I'm moving rooms, I need to unpack and organize. Whew!! I've got a mess up there.

iheart2stamp.com & michellewooderson.blogspot.com