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Dana also used Fall Fest on this patter. Isn't it cute with the buttons?

Isn't this box banner so cute? I just love it.

So what's your favorite baby gift? Make sure you check back tonight at midnight (Eastern time) for the big release!

Introducing Little Bundle

2011-03-08T06:00:00.000-06:00

This stamp set is perfect timing because I actually got to see a sweet little bundle last night. Aren't babies the sweetest?

Karen designed this set that I really just love. It has such great sentiments. Today, you'll see some of the cards we used for our peek yesterday. We went with a more monochromatic look for all of these. I think they turned out so good.

I went with some non-traditional baby colors (especially for a girl), but ahh... love. And isn't the little ducky the best? I stamped mine and then covered it with glossy accents. I had a few bubbles, but I like the added fun it brings to the card.

And check out these girls (aren't they awesome) ...

Karen

Aren't those so cute? You are absolutely not going to want to miss tomorrow. We've all created baby gifts that you are just going to L-O-V-E.

Okay, so I'd like to know what's your favorite thing about babies?

Practicing Creativity March Sneak Peek

2011-03-07T06:00:00.000-06:00

Hey friends! It's time for a sneak peek. This month we have a stamp set release that I know you will love. I had so much fun with this one (okay, I know I say that every month).

We have one peek for you this month made from cards the design team and I made!

You'll still want to check out the design team's blogs just to see if their peek looks any different!

Karen

Just leave your comment here with your guess and we'll pick one winner at the end of the week to get the set!

Also, don't forget about our little sketch challenge!

Practicing Creativity Sketch Challenge

2011-03-04T06:00:00.002-06:00

It's Friday, and the design team and I thought we'd have a little fun as we are gearing up for the release next week. So after a few request we have a fun sketch for you.

Here's what I came up with:

I used Nature's Wonder, Another Year, and some of my favorite teal grosgrain.

Check out Karen's card (she used Nature's Wonder too and Chatterbox):

And Dana's card (again we didn't plan this but she used Nature's Wonder and For the Love of Grids):

Valerie made this super cute card using Look Up! Additions!

Come play along with us! The winner will get three Practicing Creativity stamp sets! You have until next Friday night to play along!

Embellish Challenge: Birds

2011-02-22T08:00:00.000-06:00

Doesn't it feel good when your creative juices are flowing, especially after a serious break? It's so fun. So, I haven't done a challenge in... well forever (forever = 4 months). I thought I'd try out the latest Embellish challenge.

And here's what I came up with using several PCD sets.

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut kraft paper slightly smaller, stamp birch background from Carved Love.
3. Sew around edge.
4. Adhere fabric tape and tie bow.
5. Adhere cardstock.
6. Die cut shape, stamp bird and sentiment.

Stamps: Carved Love, Nature's Wonder, Christmas Wonder (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink)
Ribbon: Dark Chocolate Swiss Dot (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: Blue Bayou (Stampin' Up), Burnt Umber (Palette)

Well happy Tuesday!

Sunny Summer Days Page

2011-02-21T08:00:00.001-06:00

Sunny Summer? I realize that's only in my head right now in late February, but a girl can't help but to dream of the coming days.... but first.

I wanted to write a little about everything that's happening in our world. I think everyone has probably been told in person, so I feel better about writing it here on my blog. Chase has taken a new position at Rolling Hills Community Church. It's still here in middle Tennessee, but as Chase and I both grew up going to Gladeville, it's a huge change. This month has been very emotional, we love the Glade, but we are excited about what God has in the future. In the midst of the change we have put our house on the market. I know many of you have been reading since we first moved in, and you know all about the many, many, many projects we did in this house. I so wish I could give this craft room to someone that would really love it as much as I have.

So there's my excuse for my blog hiatus. Is it good enough? Chase and I would appreciate your prayers as we embark on a new chapter in our lives, and to sell our house.

Alright, so back to those summer days. Chase took this picture of Maddie and I after we walked to PetSmart one day. It's not a long walk, but it was hot. Maddie just laid down after we started back home. We ended up having to carry her home. I'm telling you sometimes it's really nice to have a 5lbs. dog.

I've been hoarding that sheet of Basic Grey Doodlebug paper forever! I finally just had to use it.

With this blog break, I did want you to know that there will still be a Practicing Creativity release next week! It's a great one that Karen designed!

Whew... I actually made something.

2011-02-17T21:29:00.000-06:00

Well friends, I've taken a little blogging hiatus this month. I've really been so busy, and I feel like I say that all the time. Seriously, you ladies with kiddos... major props from this girl in Tennessee. I don't know how you do it!

With everything that's been going on I haven't had time to create, so tonight I just grabbed some random stuff and started adding it together. Here's what collected itself together on paper.

I used one of my favorite stamp sets, Chatterbox and some random paper. It's eclectic, but I guess that's what happens when you let things collect themselves on paper... sigh.

Okay, so more news from me in the near future... seriously.

Did you see that Look Up! and Look Up! Additions is featured in the March PaperCrafts! So exciting!

For the Love of Grids Winners

2011-02-12T12:22:00.000-06:00

I just realized today that I never drew the winners for The Love of Grids stamp set!
The first set goes to:

Donelda said...
It is the criss crossed background stamp at the bottom.

The second set goes to:

Laura.K said...
Wow. Your page is GORGEOUS. I love it.

And all the other cards are very beautiful.

This set can be used with every possible stamp, in any style, it's a MUST HAVE.

Email me at courtney@practicingcreativitydesigns.com and I'll send you your set!

More For the Love of Grids

2011-02-04T08:00:00.008-06:00

Whew! It was a late night last night. I do have some more cards to show with For the Love of Grids!

Supplies: For the Love of Grids, Look Up! Additions (Practicing Creativity)
Ink: Versa Mark, VersaFine Black
Ribbon: Vintage Cream Twill (May Arts)

And check out these super cards for Valerie.

Nature's Wonder, Look Up! Additions, Carved Love, Another Year

Valerie did an amazing job on this one! Aren't they so creative?So creative!

If you missed the official release last night you can find For the Love of Grids here.

For the Love of Grids Reveal

2011-02-03T23:00:00.002-06:00

For the Love of Grids

For the Love of Grids - $13

Free shipping on all orders of $50 (US Only)

And don't forget about some of our other recent releases:

Thank you all for supporting Practicing Creativity!

For the Love of Grids

2011-02-03T06:00:00.000-06:00

We're back today with some more cards using For the Love of Grids! Today, I gave each designer the challenge of using For the Love of Grids with one of Practicing Creativity's other stamp sets (not that hard since For the Love of Grids can truly go with anything).

I decided I would use Barefoot Summer along with For the Love of Grids. I also decided to make a scrapbook page rather than a card. It's really not hard at all to create your own 12x12 patterned paper with these stamps.

I used all three background sets. I also used our Turquoise Glimmer Mist to give it even more texture. It's hard to see in the pictures though.

Check out what the design team did:

Dana got the challenge of using Look Up! Additions with For the Love of Grids. Isn't the result just stunning? Dana used all three grids and the sentiment and large balloon from Look Up! Additions.

Karen

Karen used The Whole Cycle and Chatterbox along with For the Love of Grids. Notice how she accented the dots? So cute!

Valerie used a really creative use of the grid. Once she raised the flower out of the background, she colored in select squares to create a checkered effect. Valerie also used Nature's Wonder.

Tonight's the big night. For the Love of Grids will release at midnight eastern tonight!

But before that I'd like to give away another set! I'd love to hear which Practicing Creativity stamp set you'd most like to use with For the Love of Grids!

Introducing For the Love of Grids

2011-02-02T06:00:00.002-06:00

You may remember last April we release For the Love of Dots, this month we are releasing another set that I've wanted for awhile, For the Love of Grids. I wish you could see just how dirty my For the Love of Grid stamps already are (unfortunately dirty stamps = well loved around here).

For my first card I used two of the stamps. One is this great hatch looking grid. I also used it when I illustrated Look Up! Additions in the little banner stamps. It's the great texture on the gray. The other is the large diamond pattern I used on yesterday's card as well.

I also used the sentiment from Another Year in the flower along with May Arts Teal Twill.

Check out what the design team created!

Valerie used all three of the background stamps to create the background and her flowers. Isn't it so cute? She also used the Thanks from Look Up! Additions.

Karen

Karen used the classic grid set, and I love the effect. You can use the stamp a thousand different ways. She Chatterbox for her sentiment.

Isn't the background so fun? This set includes a larger dot to use inside this grid or where the small dot is (tomorrow I'll show this in the video). Dana also used Chatterbox.

I know you'll want to visit the design team's blogs for more details on their cards!

So what do you think of For the Love of Grids? Which pattern do you like the best?

We'll be back tomorrow with some more sneak peeks, and the set will go on sale at midnight tomorrow night!

Practicing Creativity February Sneak Peek

2011-02-01T06:00:00.001-06:00

Hey there! It's February 1st and that means it's time for another Practicing Creativity release. But first we have to say goodbye to the fabulous Paulina. I have just loved having Paulina on our design team, and I especially loved getting to meet her last summer at CHA. We will certainly miss her. This month we also welcome a new design team member, Valerie Mangan. I've loved Valerie's work for awhile, and I'm just thrilled to have her join the team!

This month we are just releasing one stamp set, but it's a go-to stamp set for sure. I've already been wearing it out. Are you ready for some clues?

You can visit each of the design team members blogs for a little clue (three different distorted views of the set).

Karen

And I have another little hint here as well. Do you remember this card, originally seen here?

Well, I used the one of the new stamps on this card. Can you find it? Leave a comment below with your guess and we'll pick on winner!

Tomorrow we'll be showing off some different projects using the set! See you then.

Valentine's Day Treat

2011-01-24T06:00:00.001-06:00

Thank you for your concern about Maddie. Last week was honestly pretty rough. She made some progress through the week, and we started to see the "real" Maddie come out a little. She did have another seizure yesterday, however it was a minor one. Of course we don't want any seizure, but we can at least handle small seizures better than the "grandma" seizures. It's honestly something I never want to see Maddie go through again.

With everything going on with Maddie I thought I'd make some Valentine's Day treats in the hopes it would cheer me up.

I'll tell you a secret about Chase and I. We seriously love Fun Dip. It's like we're 12, but we still love it. Yummy colored sugar. Here's how I created these little Fun Dip wraps.

1. Cut 2.5” x 10” stripe of patterned paper.
2. Score twice at 2” and 5.75”. Wrap piece around candy.
3. Punch decorative edge and adhere inside patterned paper.
4. Tie bow around candy.
5. Stamp image and sentiment, die cut. Adhere with foam tape.

Stamps: (Look Up!) Practicing Creativity
Ink: (Craft White) Stampin’ Up!, (Onyx Black) Tsukineko
Cardstock: (Pretty in Pink) Stampin’ Up!
Patterned Paper: (Lush Red Diamonds) My Mind’s Eye
Die Cut: (Labels 1) Spellbinders
Ribbon: (Pink Twill) May Arts
Punch: (Apron Lace) Fiskars

Thanks for stopping by today!

One Crazy Week

2011-01-19T06:30:00.001-06:00

I have a quick card to share with you today. It's one I made awhile back because I haven't made anything this week. Our sweet little 5lb. Yorkie, Maddie had a seizure on Monday, and we've pretty much been on dog duty this week testing medicine. It was a really bad seizure, but we are hoping the medicine will work. However right now it's too strong and she is like a little deer trying to learn how to walk. Since Chase and I don't have kids, Maddie is our kiddo. So it's been a rough week.

So here's the card!

1. Make card from cardstock, adhere rub-on.
2. Punch border and adhere to card.
3. Stamp sentiment on cardstock and adhere with foam tape.
4. Cut heart from cardstock and adhere with foam tape.
5. Tie bow.

Rub On: (Out on a Limb, Antique White) Hambly
Stamps: (Key to My Heart) Practicing Creativity
Ink: (Onyx Black) VersaFine
Cardstock: (Innocent Pink) Gina K, (Hibiscus Burst) Papertrey Ink
Ribbon: (Vintage Cream) Papertrey Ink
Punch: (Starburst Border) Fiskars

And I know this card is way way way too pink for me. But I kind of like it... (shhh..). Thanks for stopping by!

Farewell to 2 Sketches 4 You

2011-01-17T08:00:00.001-06:00

Today is a sad day. We are wishing 2 Sketches 4 You goodbye. When I heard the news from Laura and Kazan I was sad, but I totally understood. These challenge sites really take a ton of work, and I know Laura and Kazan both have great things in store for us in the future.

All of the current design team and design team alumni are working with two fabulous sketches. I know you'll want to join us for these two final sketches!

And here's what I came up with (we are all focusing on miss you/good bye cards).

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut stripe of cardstock and adhere to bottom of card base.
3. Cut a 2x3 piece of patterned paper. Stamp balloon and adhere.
4. Stamp balloon three more times, cut out balloon and accent piece adhere.
5. Stamp cloud, cut, and adhere with foam tape.
6. Stamp sentiment, adhere.
7. Tie bow and adhere ribbon.

Stamps: Look Up Additions, You're Dandy (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: New Leaf, Hawaiian Breeze, Summer Sunrise (Papertrey Ink), Solar White (Neenah)
Ink: Powder Blue (Jenni Bowlin), Black (VersaFine)
Ribbon: New Leaf (Papertrey Ink)

So go check out 2 Sketches 4 You and wish Kazan and Laura luck with their new adventures!

December Daily Week - Day 3

2011-01-13T06:00:00.000-06:00

It's the last post with pictures of my December Daily album. Have I told you about our cake pop experiment? Well I got Bakerella's new book. I've read her blog for a long time, but I had never actually tried cake pops before. Chase actually volunteered to help me make them, so why not right? I thought it was awesome, but Chase was pretty tired of the decorating once we got to that step. They turned out great though. You can click on any photo to see it larger.

Here's the back side of that page with Chase and I in action with our cake pops. Don't you love our plaid shirts. We have problems. On the right starts the 24th page. That's my brother and Chase. They are so goofy together. You just can't help but to laugh.

This page worked out great with the frame I had already adhered to the acrylic date page. I love how it ended up working!

This is Chase and I on Christmas. I broke out another one of my book plates for this special page.

This is another family Christmas party. My dad got me an electric cutter for Christmas. I've been having fun creating some really cute title headlines.

To be honest on the 20th I didn't have much to say or show. So instead I did a December Tweets page. I stole this idea from myself and this scrapbook page. I still love doing these pages.

So that's all of my December Daily. It really was hard this year, but I'm so glad I did it!

December Daily Week - Day 2

2011-01-12T06:00:00.001-06:00

Hey friends. I'm back with some more pages from my finished December Daily again. These four are some of my most favorite pages from the completed project.

This first one is the back of the intro page. I used the shape I had originally used as a mask for this card. And I just love this picture. It's of my nieces birthday party. Isn't she the cutest?

I just love this page because the picture is so funny (although the color is way off). The Funky Griddle in Nashville is where you cook your own pancakes or grill cheese. It's really good. We were celebrating my friend Pam's birthday. I decided to add lines to the page, it needed a little funky.

One of my other coworkers Becky made chocolate covered bacon for the Kids Ministry 101 blog we both write for. It was so fun. And for the record I'm not a fan, but a lot of people liked it.

And this is our neighbor Sam. Sam loves Maddie. It's super cute.

Alright thanks for stopping by!

December Daily Week - Day 1

2011-01-11T06:00:00.000-06:00

This week I'm traveling to Orlando for work. And although it won't feel anything like Christmas I thought I'd share all of my December Daily projects with you! I really like to do this during Christmas, but this year it was just too busy.

You can check out the making of the album here:
Cover
Pages 3, 4, 5, 6
Pages 12, 13

I really used random stuff this year. Usually I go and buy a few inspirational things, but it really ended up just being things I had. I kind of like the funkiness of it all. I love this side shot of the finished project (you can click the pictures to see them larger).

And another view... I mean do I sound proud? I really can't believe I even got it done this year.

And here's some of the finished pages:
The back of day 2 and the beginning of day 3.

The back of day 4 and the beginning of 5.

And then two different shots of day 9. Chase and I both ran a lot this December. Now that I'm thinking about it, maybe that's where my time went.

Alright, so that's the first couple of pictures. I'll be back later in the week to show you some other days of the album.

Did you do a December Daily this year? I'd love to see yours!

Carved Love and Another Year Winners

2011-01-10T16:36:00.000-06:00

I wanted to jump over here an announce the winners from last week's release of Another Year and Carved Love! But first... I have to tell you it snowed here! It snowed a lot. I randomly woke up at 3:30 this morning, and I looked outside... all white. So fun.

Okay but back to the winners:

Carved Love

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2011-01-10 22:31:42 UTC

Lee Anne said...
Wow! I'm so excited about this set...I've never seen anything like it! I'd love it to make Valentines for my family & friends this year - it's probably my favorite time to craft...a little less pressure! Thanks for the chance to win!

Another Year

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2011-01-10 22:32:57 UTC

Lee said...
Ooh can"t wait to get my hands on this stamp set. I'm like you, one can never have enough birthday stamp sayings!!!

January 4, 2011 10:37 AM

And the winner of both sets:

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2011-01-10 22:34:01 UTC

jen said...
Happy Birthday to Practicing Creativity- and congrats!!
loving the peeks!

Congratulations! Email me at Courtney@practicingcreativitydesigns.com with your address!

Happy Snow Day!

Another Birthday Card with Another Year

2011-01-07T06:00:00.002-06:00

Whew! We've release two more stamp sets, Another Year and Carved Love. If you missed it, just scroll down though this week. I have another card using Another Year for you. I just love this set.

I went a little crazy on my colors, but I think I really like it!

1. Make a card from cardstock. Using the circle stamp stamp background.
2. 4.25" x 3" piece of cardstock, stamp number background, highlighting your number of choice. Adhere and sew edges.
3. Cut slit across the top of the card, feed ribbon through and tie bow. Add button with twine.
4. Adhere die cut shape.
5. Stamp sentiment on a stripe of cardstock and adhere.
6. Adhere buttons.

Stamps: Another Year (Practicing Creativity Designs)
Cardstock: Hawaiian Breeze, Plum Pudding (Papertrey Ink); Solar White (Neenah)
Ribbon: Parrot Green Twill (May Arts)
Ink: Craft White (Stampin' Up); Aqua Mist (Papertrey Ink)
Buttons: Berry Sorbet (Papertrey Ink)
Die Cut Shape: Favorite Frames (Laina Lamb)

Thanks for stopping by! I'm currently in the mountains of North Carolina for work! I'm wishing I had time for a little skiing, but there certainly won't be time for that.

Introducting Another Year and Carved Love

2011-01-05T23:00:00.002-06:00

Another Year

Carved Love

Both sets are now available at our store, Practicing Creativity Designs.

Each set is $13. Free Shipping with orders of $50 or more within the US.

All other orders are a flat rate of $4 in the US and a flat rate of $6 for all international orders!

Thank you for joining along with us as we celebrate our first year! We couldn't have done it without you!

Introducing Carved Love

2011-01-05T06:00:00.001-06:00

I'm so excited to show you this stamp set today! I hope you enjoyed yesterday's peek of Another Year. I so enjoyed reading all of your comments! If you haven't already checked out yesterday's post there's still time to comment and win!

Today, it's all about love. Let's get right to it. Here's a set of cards I made using Carved Love. I went for a more masculine look with these cards. I really love how easy it is to make guy cards with this super fun set.

And I have a video for you all about Carved Love.

You can also view it here on YouTube.

And check out what the design team has created:

Karen created this super cute card showing the classic use of Carved Love. Don't you love how cute that heart is?

Dana shows off how you can use this set to customize your cards! Did I mention it has an entire alphabet along with that birch background? And don't you love that embossed background? So cute!

Paulina made this super cute card with the birch background and the hearts. I just love how she paired them up.

Go check out these girl's blogs for more details on all their fabulous cards!

Carved Love will be available January 6 at 12:01am (aka tonight at midnight)!

Before you leave, leave a comment and we'll be giving away Carved Love. I'd love to hear who your favorite person is to make Valentine's Day cards for.

Introducing Another Year

2011-01-04T06:00:00.002-06:00

You all guessed right! To celebrate our one year anniversary the first set this month is an all-birthday stamp set. If you're anything like me the majority of the cards you actually use are thank you and birthday cards! I really never have enough.

Here's one of the cards I made with the set:

This set has one large background made up of number 1-100. I love it just for a background, but it really has so many more uses with the sentiments included in the set. I also am giving you a little peek at tomorrow's stamp set. Can you find it?

I also used our aqua grosgrain and satin ribbon. I love that stuff.

I also have video for you today with Another Year. I know you'll want to see exactly how this set works!

You can also view it on YouTube here.

And now the design team has been hard at work creating some super cute cards using Another Year. Each member has made two cards showing how this set can really be used for any birthday!

Karen shows off just how versatile this set is with a neutral card and a kids card. Did you notice how great the numbers look behind her little scene? It's just a detail that I love!

Aren't these so cute? Paulina shows off a super girlie teen card and a masculine card. Don't you just love that color combo? I do!

Dana rocks both of these cards. She highlights specific birthdays, and I just love the custom attention that brings to both cards. Don't you just love all the possibilities with the "...again" sentiment?

Go check out these girl's blogs for more details on all their fabulous cards!

Another Year will be available January 6 at 12:01am!

Make sure you check back tomorrow where we'll show you sneak peeks from our other set that's releasing this month! It's sure to make your heart beat a little faster (hint hint).

Before you leave, leave a comment and we'll be giving away Another Year. And since it is "Another Year" I'd love to hear what you're excited about in 2011!

Practicing Creativity January Sneak Peek

2011-01-03T06:00:00.002-06:00

Happy 2011! It's so hard to believe, but this release marks our one year anniversary! What a journey it has been so far. Thank you all for your support and encouragement with our first year. It really means so much.

And speaking of firsts, today the design team and I are showing off some cards from our very first stamp set, Key to My Heart.

These keys have a very special place in my heart. I always love breaking this set out and of course it's perfect for Valentine's Day next month.

And check out these super cute cards:

Today we've hidden a phrase on our blogs to help you guess our next stamp set. I'm starting with:

HAPPY

Go visit Paulina , Dana, and Karen to complete the phrase. Come back here and leave a comment or just leave a guess and I'll pick one person to win BOTH sets we are releasing this month! We'll be back tomorrow to start the real fun! Thanks for stopping by!

Practicing (THEIR) Creativity

2010-12-30T06:00:00.000-06:00

I've been browsing blog land for some Practicing Creativity creations (this may be my fav activity)! I just wanted to share a few that caught my eye this month. I like to call this little feature "Practicing (THEIR) Creativity."

Lora

Isn't this cute? It really has that Hatch Show Print feel that I just love. You can see Lora's original post here using Everyday Prints.

Angeline Yong Jeet Leen

Okay so I know Christmas is over, but how can you not love this card. Angeline actually had several cards that I just couldn't pick between. You can see her original card here using Retro Christmas Backgrounds.

Kelley Eubanks

Kelley is a great friend of mine, so I shouldn't really be able to pick her. However, I just love this card using Retro Christmas Backgrounds. It's just fun. Again, I know it's not Christmas anymore, but how can I not show this off. You can see her original post here.

Thanks to everyone that creates with our stamps. I know you're probably tired of hearing this, but I love seeing what you make! I'm always looking at our Facebook page and Flickr group!

Happy New Year with Look Up! Additions

2010-12-28T09:34:00.000-06:00

I'll admit it. I'm still in my PJs. Don't you just love the holidays? It's been a much needed break for me already. I've been working hard to finish my December Daily book, and I'll be posting more about that soon. This year rather than trying to get it done and blog about it, I let myself just try to get it done! This morning I decided to make a Happy New Year card with Everyday Prints, Retro Christmas Backgrounds and Look Up! Additions.

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Stamp background stamp (Houndstooth from Retro Christmas Backgrounds) with VersaMark.
3. Using a pen and ruler, draw a rectangle 1/4 inch from the edge.
4. Stamp banner, three times on cardstock. Stamp inside patterns. Cut.
5. Adhere banners and punch hole where they meet. Tie bow.
6. Stamp sentiments.

Stamps: Everyday Prints, Retro Christmas Backgrounds and Look Up! Additions (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Kraft, Golden Harvest (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: VersaMark, Craft White (Stampin' Up), Spice Tin (Jenni Bowlin for Ranger)
Thread: Divine Twine Yellow
Pen: Night of Navy Writer (Stampin' Up!)

I'm really excited about this New Years. Chase and I will be in North Carolina "practicing" our skiing with some friends in preparation for our trip in April! Hopefully I'll be okay at skiing and therefore not scared to death to ski in the Alps!

I'm off to work on some more projects for next week's release! I can't wait to show you!

Glitz Layout

2010-12-27T08:00:00.005-06:00

I've had these two pictures sitting on my desk for a year now, and when I saw this patterned paper I just had to use it. I really love this Scarlett Paper "Polka." Did I mention that I love it?

Glitz Design "Scarlett" Papers: Polka

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Papers: Stripe, Floral

Glitz Design "Hoopla" Journaling cardstock stickers

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Peek-A-Boo

Glitz Design "Hoopla" Titles cardstock stickers

Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Green Apple Block

This page combines three different lines, but I really love how well they play together!

And today is my sweet hubby's birthday! Happy Birthday Chase!

Christmas Craft #4

2010-12-20T06:36:00.000-06:00

Whew, I took a little break there from blogging for a few days. Things sure seem to speed up this time of year. I did want to hop on here and show you my last Christmas craft from this year. I've actually made this same wreath several times, but I always love the way it looks. Plus, these are fun to hang on doors around the house (and a great way to use up some double sided paper).

For this wreath I really didn't do anything different than I did here in the original: Pattern Paper Wreath. However, I did add some crepe paper. I love that stuff, and it adds some fun texture. Also, I did a video tutorial of how to do this with fabric, but it's the same deal for double sided paper, Fabric Wreath.

1. Cut 144 - 1"x4" stripes of double sided patterned paper.
2. Using a 10" styrofoam wreath and starting at the bottom, wrap a 1" x 6" strip around wreath securing with straight pin.
3. Making a loop with each 1" x 4" strip, adhere to wreath using a straight pin.
4. Continue around wreath using the same paper, changing paper at each level.
5. Finish off wreath with ribbon.

Can you believe Christmas is just a few days away?

Christmas Crafts #3

2010-12-14T06:00:00.000-06:00

I've got another Christmas craft for you today! I've been using this tree with one of my centerpieces this year. Its one of my favorite crafts, and it's a great way to use some of your patterned paper.

1. Cut stripes of paper using multiple patterns.
2. On the short side of each stripe cut a snip in the paper every inch, cutting approximately 1" into the paper.
3. Curl fringe by rolling it on a pencil.
4. Starting at the bottom of a Styrofoam cone, attach the two uncut corners to the cone with straight pins. Continue around and up the cone, switching patterns at each level.
5. Tie bow for the top, and adhere button in the middle of bow.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you're enjoying this Christmas season so far. We have a coat of snow outside, so it's certainly getting me in the spirit!

Christmas with Glitz

2010-12-13T08:00:00.011-06:00

I've been playing with some more Glitz goodies and making Christmas cards. I actually used several of the Love Nest papers in my December Daily this year. And although they aren't technically Christmas papers, they look great. I'm still working on Christmas cards, so I thought I'd use some of those same papers for my cards.

For my first card I used two of the "Love Nest" whatnots. I love how easy it is to make any holiday card with the little calendar.

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Papers: Block

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Whatnots

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Peek-A-Boo

Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Black Round

Glitz Design Red Tulle

For this card, I really started with the "Hoopla" Journaling Cardstock Sticker in the center.

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Papers: Polka, Block

Glitz Design "Hoopla" Journaling Cardstock Stickers

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Peek-A-Boo

Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Ivory Block

Glitz Designs White Pom Poms

Are you finished with your Christmas cards!

CSS iPhone App Sneak Peek

2010-12-08T06:00:00.002-06:00

Hey there. I had the privilege to make a card for the Clear and Simple Stamps iPhone app. If you'd like to get the app, you can find it here. My cards up today so here's a little sneak peek...

Thanks for stopping by!

Christmas Crafts #2

2010-12-07T06:00:00.000-06:00

Hey friends! I have another Christmas craft to share with you today.

This is a pretty quick wreath.

1. Using large circle nestability, cut 2 large circles out of cardstock. Cut one slightly smaller circle using patterned paper.
2. Cut 22 - 4"x4" squares out of double sided patterned paper.
3. Wrap each square into cone and adhere small tip to large cardstock circle using a stapler or strong adhesive.
4. Adhere remaining large circle and patterned paper circle together.
5. Die cut patterned paper using the Labels 4 die cut.
6. Stamp sentiment and adhere piece to circles using foam adhesive.
7. Tie thread through buttons and adhere. Adhere piece to the front of wreath.
8. Attach ribbon to hang wreath to the back.

I've been hanging all of my various wreaths on all my doors. It sure makes the whole house look festive, and it's nice to show of some of my Christmas crafts.

Here's some links to other crafts I've made in previous years:

Fabric Wreath

Pattern Paper Wreath

Bannister Decor

Cardboard Wreath
Button Christmas Tree

Thanks for stopping by!

Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder

2010-12-05T13:18:00.000-06:00

Both Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder are available in the store! I do have a few more cards from the designs team and me.

This stamp set is a remake for me. It was inspired by one of my favorite Look Up! cards:

I really do love Look Up! Additions. I also paired it with the clouds from You're Dandy.

And check out some of the designs team cards:

And now check out the fab guest designers. I've loved having these girls!

Vanessa Menhorn

Valerie Mangan

Practicing Creativity Look Up! Additions

Check out each blog for details on how they created the super fun cards! If you haven't checked out Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder you can find them at the store!

Thanks for making this release another special one!

Introducing Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder

2010-12-02T23:00:00.003-06:00

Look Up! Additions

$13

Nature's Wonder

$13

Free shipping when you spend $50 or more or a flat rate of $4 in the US.

International orders are a flat rate of $6.

You can see tons of inspiration for these stamps here:

Practicing Creativity Nature's Wonder

Thanks for all your support of Practicing Creativity! And if you have a local store, we'd love for you to share with them about our stamps sets!

December Release Winners

2010-12-02T22:01:00.001-06:00

Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder will release in an hour at midnight central, but before that I want to announce the winners from this week's posts:

Day 1: Practicing Creativity December Sneak Peek

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 6

Lisa Petrella said...: Super fun card & tag, Courtney! LOVE THEM!! So, all this talk about sequels is making me think you may have created a "sequel" to one of your existing PCD stamp sets?!?!!!! Can't wait to see what you have in store for us! Day 2: Practicing Creativity: Look Up! Additions True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 3 { kelly jo } said... Courtney- this is a great set! I love what your DT has done with them. FAB!! Day 3: Practicing Creativity: Nature's Wonder StampinCathy said... Courtney, I just love all the sequel stamps. The DT did an amazing and inspiring jobs with all their MOJO! Thanks for letting me be apart of this release. I really enjoyed the hop. Email me at Courtney@practicingcreativitydesigns.com for your prize! I'll be back in an hour to release both stamp sets!Congratulations to Lisa, Kelly Jo and Stampin Cathy!

Practicing Creativity Designs: Nature's Wonder

2010-12-02T06:00:00.001-06:00

And now for out second sequel, Nature's Wonder. Karen created this super cute stamp set. I really love this set, and I was in serious need of a sympathy stamp! Are you ready to see it?

Here's one of my cards:

Don't you just love having large sentiments? I do. I've also created a video showing you how I created this card, and a few of the other stamps in the set.

Or you can watch it over on YouTube, here.

I think Karen made this card just for me. Okay, not really, but it's right up my alley. To be honest when I got the set I made a very similar card, and then I realized how similar they were! Needless to say I love it.

Isn't this so cute? I just love the colors Dana used! I honestly never would have thought of these shades of red, but they are just gorgeous together!

Paulina rocked her magic again and combined Nature's Wonder with Retro Backgrounds and Chatterbox. Isn't it so cute?

And now check out what our three fabulous guest designers created:

Valerie Mangan

Well if Karen didn't make her card for me surely Valerie did.. I adore these fabulous layers. Such a cute way to highlight how flexible Nature's Wonder really is!

Vanessa Menhorn

Doesn't this card just scream classic elegance? I love how it's understated and simply beautiful! Vanessa sure knows how to compose a card to create this gorgeous look.

Amy's card... ahh... so pretty. Isn't that purple just so pretty. I love how she stamped the different silhouettes from the stamp set. It has such a cool watermark effect.

Check out everyone's blogs for more details on how they created these fabulous cards.

Now, tonight is the big night. We'll be releasing both Look Up! Additions and Nature's Wonder, tonight at midnight!

But, before the release tonight you have one more chance to win. Leave a comment letting me know what you think about Nature's Wonder, and if you haven't commented on the Look Up! Additions post or the post from the first day make sure you enter there too!

Practicing Creativity Designs: Look Up! Additions

2010-12-01T06:00:00.005-06:00

Doesn't the title just make you excited? I'm so excited to show you this set. I had a blast illustrating this set to add to Look Up!

Here's the card I made, and I have a video to show you exactly how I made it. Plus, in the video I share a few of the little interactive pieces. But first here's my card:

And here's the video:

Or you can watch the video over at YouTube here.

The design team has rocked this stamp set, and we have three amazing guest designers this month! You're going to love these creations! The design team has taken a card made with the original Look Up! and used it as inspiration to create a new card.

Aren't these so cute? I love how Karen created this stained glass look and you can check out her blog for how to achieve this look. Karen also used the new banner to create the scallops.

Are these not so cute? Dana made the first card with Look Up! and the second one with Look Up! Additions. And don't you just love that scallop on the banner? That's an additional stamp that you can add to the scallop banner.

Aren't these so sweet. I just love the colors Paulina used. And that background from Retro Christmas Backgrounds, so sweet.

And check out what our fabulous guest designers created!

Vanessa Menhorn

I'm thrilled to have Vanessa this month! Don't you love these sweet balloons! I just love this creative way to use the set!

Isn't the color combo Amy used fantastic? I just love it. Amy also used one of the patterns you can use on the banner to create her own scallop border. I'm so going to have to try that myself!

Go check out these girl's blogs for more details on all their fabulous cards!

Make sure you check back tomorrow where we'll show you sneak peeks from our other set that's releasing this month! It's also a sequel! :)

Before you leave, leave a comment and we'll be giving away Look Up! Additions. I'd love to hear what you think about Look Up! Additions!

Practicing Creativity December Sneak Peek

2010-11-30T16:53:00.000-06:00

Hey friends! Whew, it's been a fun week already with our Cyber Monday sale, and now it's time to kick off our December release! I know I say this a lot, but this release is super special, so you won't want to miss it!

Today, the design team, our guest designers and I all have a little clue to this month's stamp sets, but first I wanted to show you a project I made with some of our previous stamps sets, Key to My Heart, Retro Christmas and Everyday Prints.

And are you ready for my hint... well it's a movie, one of my favorite movies this year, Toy Store 3. I think it's even better than the original. Check out the design team's blogs and make your guess here on my blog to win one of the new sets.

Dana

And some of our guest designers have some hints on their blogs as well. And check out their super cute cards!

Dark Silver Pleated Satin

Valerie Mangan

There's so much inspiration!

On Friday I'll pick one random commenter to win on the new stamp sets! Also, if you'll "like" us on Facebook, leave another comment letting us know that and you'll be entered twice!

EBTKS - Texture Challenge

2010-11-30T05:00:00.001-06:00

Hey friends it's time for another EBTKS challenge. Ann has a great challenge for us. It's all about texture! Ahhh... my dream word... texture.

And here's the card I came up with!

I added all my texture with some great fabric and some rope thread, and I finished it off with some knots.

We also have an announcement about EBTKS. This is actually our very last challenge. After a lot of thought we made the decision for this to by the last challenge. I've so loved starting and doing these challenges for the last year. I'd love for you to join us for this very last challenge!

Plus this challenge has a fabulous price from Limelight Papercrafts: a vellum & die cut kit along with the Whimsy Heart Perfect Pack, all from Webster's Pages. Such a great prize.

Cyber Monday Sale

2010-11-29T07:00:00.002-06:00

Hey friends! I've got a little surprise for you today! For one day only all of our stamps are $10. If you've never purchased our stamps before, it's the perfect time to try them out,see for yourself the high-quality photopolymer our stamps are made out from. Or if you're already a fan, it's a great time to add to your collection or to surprise some of your crafty friends with a fun gift!

You can find all of our stamps here in the store.

Click on the name of each stamp set to find it directly in the store, and click on release week to see that stamp in action!

Key to My Heart: Release Week
You're Dandy: Release Week
Look Up!: Release Week
For the Love of Dots: Release Week
You're the Man: Release Week
Barefoot Summer: Release Week
My Beach House: Release Week
The Whole Cycle: Release Week
Chatterbox: Release Week
Fall Fest: Release Week
Christmas Wonder: Release Week
Retro Christmas: Release Week
Retro Christmas Backgrounds: Release Week
Rejoice!: Release Week
Everyday Prints: Release Week

Our shipping rates are still a flat $4 for US customers and $6 for international customers! Happy shopping!

2 Sketches 4 You #67

2010-11-29T06:00:00.000-06:00

It's time for another 2 Sketches 4 You Sketch! Kazan's got a super fun tag sketch for us this week. Great timing huh?

I don't know why I had the urge to use this color combo, brown, cream and red, but I did. There's something fun yet elegant about these colors. And of course they are usual.

1. Make 4.25" x 2.5" tag from cardstock.
2. Stamp tag with houndstooth from Retro Christmas Backgrounds.
3. Punch along edge. Adhere 1" x 2.5" stripe of red cardstock behind tag.
4. Tie bow, add button using thread.
5. Die cut label from Labels 1 Nestability.
6. Stamp frame and verse from Rejoice! Adhere with foam tape.
7. Punch hole and string thread.

Stamps: Rejoice!, Retro Christmas Backgrounds (Practicing Creativity Designs)
Ink: Vintage Sepia (VersaFine); Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink); Moulin Rouge (Palette)
Cardstock: Dark Brown, Ivory, Lipstick Red (Gina K)
Ribbon: Ivory Twill (May Arts)
Buttons: Pure Poppy (Papertrey Ink)

All of the stamps I used on today's card are on sale today (11/29) only for $10! We're having a little Cyber Monday sale at the store! If you've never tried our stamps, or need to add to your collection, today's the day to do it!

Thanks for stopping by!

Practicing (THEIR) Creativity

2010-11-26T08:00:00.000-06:00

Hey friends! I hope you had an amazing Thanksgiving.

Usually I like to post cards using Practicing Creativity stamps on our Facebook page or via Twitter, but Karen had the great idea of doing a post here monthly! Each month I'll be showing you some of the fabulous creations around the world wide web using our stamps. I'll also be checking our Flickr group to see creations as well! And if we pick your card, feel free to save this little badge and add it to your blog!

Amy Wanford

I just love how she used the bike from The Whole Cycle!

Stephanie Muzzulin

Stephanie has a ton of super cute cards using Fall Fest.

Anita Rex

Anita made some super cute Christmas tags with Retro Christmas!

Thanks to everyone for creating with our stamps! It really makes my day every time!

JustRite 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hop 12

2010-11-24T09:00:00.000-06:00

Welcome to the final week of JustRite Stampers’ Wednesday feature, 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hops! JustRite has been showcasing their entire Christmas Collection of stamps during the hops and ALL of those JustRite Original stamps are currently on sale at 25% off now through November 29, with free shipping within the U.S. on consumer orders over $50! You can view all of those Holiday Sale stamp sets HERE.

If you would like to go back through all of the hops and see all of the gorgeous Christmas inspiration from the past 11 weeks, you can do so by clicking on the 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hops category on the JustRite Inspiration blog. All of the designers’ projects are hyperlinked directly to their blog posts that have full details of how they created the project!

Don’t forget that JustRite also has some Christmas stamps in their newly released CLING line of stamp sets, too -- you can find all of their cling stamp sets here. This week, the designers joining the JustRite design team are the 2 Sketches 4 You designers! JustRite is sponsoring this week’s 2S4Y #66 sketch challenge. You can find the fabulous sketch inspiration AND details about the JustRite prize package, by visiting their blog post here.

For my project today I decided (with the help of one of my coworkers Pam) to make a desert recipe holder.

I started off by stamping and coloring little cupcakes from Ellie Time on all my index cards:

I then cut two pieces of chipboard, 3x5 and stamped the cupcake again in white.

I then stamped the cupcake one more time, colored it and cut it out.

Lastly, I punched holes and wrote my recipes!

I'm not sure who I'll give this to yet, but I think it's a really fun gift.

Please visit these designers’ blogs to see what fabulous JustRite Christmas inspiration they have for you on the hop today!

JustRite Inspiration Blog
Debbie Olson
Kazan Clark
Laura Davis
Barb Schram
Angie Tieman
Heidi Blankenship
Courtney Baker
Michele Kovack
Julie Lacey
Sankari Wegman
Laurie Willison
Stephanie Kraft
Mona Pendleton
Angela Barkhouse
Regina Mangum
2 Sketches 4 You

I hope you have a great Thanksgiving tomorrow!

Happy Thanksgiving with Glitz

2010-11-24T08:00:00.001-06:00

Hey friends! Happy early Thanksgiving! When I heard that it was going to my turn to post on the Glitz blog the day before Thanksgiving, I knew picking a theme would be easy! :)

For the first card I wanted to use these cute new distressing stamp. Lately I've been trying to "think outside the box." I knew I would be hand delivering this card, so why not have a little fun by going outside the "box" of your card base?

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Papers: Polka
Glitz Design Clear Stamps: Distressing Set 3
Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Brown Block

I think I'll be using that "This Day in History" stamp a lot. For my next card, I went with a thankful card, but I used the Hoopla November Whatnot, to add a little Thanksgiving flair.

Glitz Design "Love Nest" Papers: Sky
Glitz Design "Hoopla" Whatnot
Glitz Design "Love Nest" Glitzer Stickers
Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Ivory Block

I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving!

2 Sketches 4 You #70

2010-11-22T08:00:00.000-06:00

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? I'm excited for a holiday and a short week! Here's this week's 2 Sketches 4 You sketch sponsored by Just Rite.

Here's what I made with Ellie Time from Just Rite:

Thanks for stopping by and come play along with us over at 2 Sketches 4 You!

December Daily Pages

2010-11-19T06:00:00.001-06:00

Today sure felt like Christmas. We've had a pretty warm fall, so the sudden cold days here have turned my heard towards Christmas. Speaking of cold, I really hate winter coats. Really, I do. I try to go as long as possible without a coat. Anyone else have an aversion to heavy winter coats?

I've been cranking away at my little December Daily. Last night I made these two pages.

Stamps: Everyday Prints (Practicing Creativity)
Patterned Paper: 'Tis the Season Collection (KaiserCraft)
Cardstock: Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink)
Misc: Cork (QuickKutz); Twine Red (Divine Twine); Thickers

How's your December Daily coming along?

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Just another reminder about the different events this weekend!

The Scrap Room: Friday 5:00 - 6:30 pm You can find more details here.

The Sassy Scrapper: Saturday, November 20 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm You can find more details here.

Thanks for stopping by!

Christmas Crafts #1

2010-11-17T06:00:00.001-06:00

Can you believe it? It's time to start thinking about creating for Christmas. I guess it just never feels real until it's okay to really display your creations!

For this tree I wanted to use some of my many many buttons to create a little Christmas tree.

1. Using a 3-7/8"x8-7/8" Styrofoam Cone, paint green using acrylic paint.
2. Using strong adhesive glue green buttons on cone. I used a straight pin to hold the buttons until the glue dried.
3. Once dry, glue on pink buttons.
4. Top tree with ribbon.

Ribbon: Hibiscus Burst Saddle Stitch (Papertrey Ink)
Buttons: New Leaf, Ripe Avocado, Hibiscus Burst (Papertrey Ink)
Paint: Leaf Green Craft Paint (Apple Barrel Colors Plaid)

Do you have a ton of buttons? I haven't tried this, but I think a button ornament would be super cute!

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I have two events this weekend happening in Middle Tennessee! I hope if you're local you'll come join us for a free make and take!

The Scrap Room: Friday 5:00 - 6:30 pm You can find more details here.

The Sassy Scrapper: Saturday, November 20 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm You can find more details here.

Thanks for stopping by!

2 Sketches 4 You

2010-11-15T08:00:00.002-06:00

Scroll down for my first card of the day for the EBTKS Challenge.
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It's time for another 2 Sketches 4 You challenge. Kazan has a super fun one for us this week.

Here's what I came up with using the latest Cupcake Cards Kit.

1. Make card from cardstock, cut 1.5" striped of patterned paper.
2. Adhere pattnern paper, and sew over seams.
3. Adhere japanese masking tape, tie twine.
4. Stamp frame and sentiment from Everyday Prints, adhere with adhesive.
5. Add ink to flowers, adhere together, add snowflake and thread button.

Stamps: Everyday Prints (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Ivory (Gina K)
Ink: Aqua Mist (PapertreyInk), Moulin Rouge (Palette), Green Ink (Maya Road)
Misc: Button, Patterned Paper, Flowers (Cupcake Cards Kit), Red Twine (Divine Twine), Japanese Masking Tape

I hope you'll come play along with this fun sketch!

EBTKS - Sketch Challenge

2010-11-15T06:00:00.002-06:00

Have you figured out what your Christmas cards are going to be this year? After finishing this card I think this just might be it. Winter gave us this great inspiration, and I'm so appreciative of it. Here's where Winter got the inspiration, and the sketch.

Here's what I came up with:

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Tape down cardstock shape with removable adhesive.
3. Ink around shape with white and stamp houndstooth.
4. Add faux stitching.
5. Stamp sentiments from Everyday Prints.
6. Adhere buttons and cut holly leaves.

Stamps: Retro Christmas Backgrounds, Everyday Prints (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Kraft, Spring Moss (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: White Craft (Stampin' Up); Moulin Rouge (Palette)
Buttons: Pure Poppy (Papertrey Ink)

And for this challenge, Practicing Creativity is sponsoring! The winner of this challenge will get Rejoice!

And I know you'll want to check out what everyone else has created over on the blog!

December Daily Cover

2010-11-11T06:01:00.000-06:00

Just a heads up, our store site is currently down, but we are working hard to get it back up! If there is something you need asap, just email me. My email address is over on the right.

Today I wanted to show you the covers for my December Daily. If you didn't see my pages last week you can check them out here. For the cover I just started off with some chipboard and red acrylic paint.

It was a little too red for my liking so I covered it with some Tim Holtz Tea Dye to give it a little softer feel.

I used the large sentiments from Christmas Wonder to create a pattern on the cover, and again covered the entire thing with Tim Holtz Tea Dye.

This is hard to see in my final photo, but I used one of the verses from Rejoice! to create some text lines down the side. I really love the effect.

I added some white burlap, fabric tape, twine and a Tim Holtz Book Plate to finish it off.

Have a great Thursday!

Playing with Hoopla from Glitz

2010-11-10T06:10:00.001-06:00

I was so excited to get the new lines from Glitz! What is it about new supplies that just instantly make the creative juices start flowing?

I'm in desperate need of birthday cards, and the Hoopla Cake is just perfect for that!

Glitz Design "Hoopla" Papers: Cake, Polka
Glitz Design "Hoopla" Papers: Rub Ons
Glitz Design Teeny Alpha Apple Green Block
Glitz Design Giant Rhinestones Black
Glitz Design Pom Poms Aqua
Glitz Design Tulle Black

On my next card I wanted to use the new distressing set. I just love this alphabet line. So cute!

Supplies:
Glitz Design "Hoopla" Papers: Zebra
Glitz Design "Love Nest" Cardstock Stickers
Glitz Design "Hoopla" Peek-A-Boo
Glitz Design Clear Stamps: Distressing Set 3

If you haven't checked out the new collections from Glitz, you totally should!

2 Sketches 4 You #66

2010-11-08T08:00:00.001-06:00

Hey friends! I've been recouping this weekend from another great release! If you missed the release check it all out here.

It's time for another 2 Sketches for You challenge! This week we got to play with some stencils and stamps from Layers of Color. Here's Laura's sketch:

And here's what I created with the stencil, stamps and sketch! :)

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut cardstock slightly smaller along sides, adhere stencil with removable adhesive and spray ink.
3. Stamp image on a stripe of cardstock, adhere.
4. Adhere fabric tape, folding along the way.
5. Sew over fabric tape.
6. Tie bow.
7. Stamp sentiment on the front and inside your card.
8. Adhere buttons.
9. Adhere piece onto the front of card base.

Stamps: Fruitful Harvest (Layers of Color), Fall Fest (Practicing Creativity Designs)
Cardstock: Dark Chocolate, Harvest Gold (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: Sugar Maple Spray Ink (Tattered Angels); Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink), Burnt Umber (Palette)
Punch: Sunburst (Fiskars)
Misc: Fabric Tape, Lemon Gingham, Tan Stripe; Cream Buttons (Papertrey Ink); Hemp Twine

I hope you'll come play along with us over at 2 Sketches for You and play for the prize from Layers of Colors!

Introducting Rejoice! and Everyday Prints

2010-11-04T23:00:00.003-05:00

Everyday Prints

$13

Rejoice!

$13

Free shipping when you spend $50 or more or a flat rate of $4 in the US.

International orders are a flat rate of $6.

This month we have four new ribbons in the store. We rarely carry our ribbons more than one time, so if you see one you love grab it while we have it!

Black Metallic Velvet

Hot Pink Grosgrain with Satin Edges

Dark Silver Metallic Silver

Thanks for all your support of Practicing Creativity! And if you have a local store, we'd love for you to share with them about our stamps sets!

Release Week Winners

2010-11-04T22:00:00.002-05:00

Hey there, we are just an hour away from the big release! But before then we need to get some winners... fun fun!

For the winner of the first day and both stamp sets:

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2010-11-05 02:49:22 UTC

FLEUR de Lo said...
Big words on one and scripture verses on another? I'm always excited to see what you have in store...

November 1, 2010 9:10 AM

And for the winner of Everyday Prints...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2010-11-05 02:51:40 UTC

annieambriel said...: GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 2, 2010 7:35 AM
Email me at Courtney@practicingcreativitydesigns.com for get your prize!

I'll be back in an hour for the big release! And don't forget about that great ribbon we'll have this month!

Practicing Creativity Release: Rejoice! & Everyday Prints

2010-11-04T06:00:00.001-05:00

Wow, it's been a really fun and crazy week, but I think we've left the best for last! And if you've missed the other days of our release go check them out. There are several stamps up for grabs:

Practicing Creativity Release Day 1

Practicing Creativity Release Day 2, Rejoice!

Practicing Creativity Release Day 3, Everyday Prints

Tonight's the big release night! Both Rejoice! and Everyday Prints will go on sale tonight at midnight on our website. But before the big release we've got tons of projects for you, and two videos so you can see more of Rejoice! and Everyday Prints.

Every November I set out to put my pages together for my December Daily (you can see 2008 and 2009 here). For my project I knew I wanted to use the frame from Everyday Prints in my album. I decided that the frame would make a great place to put my numbers each day! I set out and stamped 25 frames.

I love just seeing them all together. My office has become a total wreck working on this project and I'm no where close to being done. I do love the way it's turning out so far. Here are just a few pages so far, I'll be updated more as the month goes along.

For this page I used an acrylic sheet, a large Tim Holtz number, and of course one of my frames. For this frame I turned it into a journal spot.

For Day 4, I used the frame's white space, one of the Christmas icons, and the swirl from Retro Christmas Backgrounds.

For day 5, I again used the frame, but this time I used it to frame my five.

And finally on day I used the frame in it's more traditional form. I'm so in love with how this is looking I just want to stay up all night working on it!

I've got two videos for you on both stamp sets:

Everyday Prints:

View Everyday Prints on YouTube.

Rejoice!

View Rejoice! on YouTube.

And check out the design team's amazing projects!

Dana made this amazing, AMAZING banner. My jaw honestly dropped when I saw this banner! She also used our red and white grosgrain ribbon, and our olive fabric tape. I know I will 100% sure be making my own banner like this!

Paulina made these cute little boxes with the star-burst stamp from Everyday Prints and the tree from Retro Christmas.

Karen made these super sweet place cards! I just love the winter look for these, and I know you'll want to check out her blog for details on how she achieved this look.

We also have a few new ribbons to share with you!

Aren't they gorgeous? I'll be back tonight with more details on the ribbon, this week's stamp winners, and of course to shoe you what the sets look like! So let's hear it, do you document your Christmas season?

Practicing Creativity Release: Everyday Prints

2010-11-03T06:00:00.001-05:00

Thanks for all the feedback on Rejoice! I really can't wait to see the many creations you all make with it. Now are you ready to see our other set for this month? This set was really inspired by Hatch Show Print. If you're not familiar with them, you should check them out! I started with this idea of being able to combine different sentiments in a really cool frame, and it really involved into a project I just loved creating.

This set is super interactive so you'll want to check back tomorrow to see the Everyday Prints video!

It's hard to believe New Years is just around the corner, but again I've been so in love with colors and patterns I had to play with some of ours!

I used several sets along with Everyday Prints. I used the swirl and houndstooth from Retro Christmas Backgrounds and Look Up! for the banner. I used the frame from Everyday Prints, and several of the sentiments. All of the elements for Everyday Prints have a slight distressing. I just love the effect! And the sentiments don't have to be used in the frame! They are great on their own.

Are you ready to see what the design team made? They will really blow you away.

Karen shows off how versatile the sentiments are from this set! I adore how she's used inks and some of my favorite ribbons from the store.

I'm absolutely in love with this card. Isn't it just gorgeous? Of course that kraft colored ink on the Everyday Prints frame and sentiments just makes my heart beat faster! Paulina also used, Retro Christmas Backgrounds and Rejoice!

Dana made this super sweet vintage card. Don't you love how great the frame is for layering other shapes and sentiments on! Dana also used Christmas Wonder to create that great pattern in the background.

We've got one more day of sneak peeks and videos for you tomorrow, so make sure you check back for all of those! Both sets will go on sale tomorrow night, November 5 at 12:01 am!

And I'd love to give Everyday Prints away! Since this set is truly for everyday featuring "Thank You, Miss You, Happy New Year, Christmas Joy, and Love You" I'd love to hear your favorite type of card to make. I love making thank you cards, and love cards!

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Also, don't forget about our Practicing Creativity Flickr group! It really makes my day to see what you make with our stamps!

Practicing Creativity Release: Rejoice!

2010-11-02T06:00:00.001-05:00

Thanks for all your guesses yesterday! Deena had my favorite guess of the day "I'll make one serious guess and one silly guess. My serious guess is Bible verses/religious sentiments. My silly guess is that one set was inspired by Saved by the Bell. (which I'm watching right now before work!)"

Any mention of SBTB and I smile! I sure did love that show. Many of you got one of the sets right! Karen designed Rejoice! which has some beautiful verses, stars, and a shape that works with the Labels 1 die from Spellbinders and all the verses fit inside!

For my card I wanted to go all glam. I started off with a 4.5" square, using the label stamp, I stamp it over and over to create a really fun pattern.

I then used two of our new ribbons that will be for sale on November 5. Aren't they so pretty?

I wish you could see how the shine, glitterly feel of the black ribbon and how just beautiful that dark silver pleated satin is! The design team and I will all be picturing shots of the insides of our cards as well. Check out how great the label stamp works with the verse!

And now for the super talented design team! Click on their names to go to their projects with more details.

I'm a little bit obsessed with this card from Paulina! Isn't that pattern shes created just gorgeous? She used Retro Christmas Backgrounds and Rejoice! Rejoice! works great to coordinate the outside and inside of your Christmas cards.

Karen always has such great graphic style. I adore how she used this set. I'd say it's probably the opposite of how I used it (glam all the way), and she shows just how flexible this set truly can be!

Glitz Design "Maya" Glitzer Stickers
Glitz Designs "Distressed Couture" Cardstock Stickers

Dana rocks this gorgeous color combination! I seriously love so much about this card!

Go check out these girl's blogs for more details on all their fabulous cards!

Make sure you check back tomorrow where we'll show you sneak peeks from our other set that's releasing his month!

My family always reads the Christmas story from Luke each Christmas... it's a tradition. What's Christmas traditions does your family have?

November Release: It's Guessing Time

2010-11-01T06:02:00.001-05:00

It's November 1st and that means it's time to begin another Practicing Creativity release! It's hard to image that this is our 11th release, and this is sure to be fun one!

For this month's little guessing game I've picked little peeks from some of our projects! There are two stamp sets this month and two peeks from each stamp set. So put on your thinking cap (or just guess something silly because I love to read those) and make a guess by leaving a comment below!

On Friday I'll pick one random commenter to win BOTH stamp sets! Also, if you'll "like" us on Facebook, leave another comment letting us know that and you'll be entered twice!

2 Sketches 4 You #65

2010-11-01T06:00:00.000-05:00

Hey friends! It's 2 Sketches 4 You time! Always a great place to get your weekly inspiration. Kazan has a fun sketch for us this week.

This week's sponsor is the fabulous Digital Doodles by Kathy Martin, we all are using her Thankful DigiKit on our cards.

1. Make card from cardstock (5"x5")
2. Using Photoshop, arange circles to create a pattern, print and cut.
3. Adhere patterned paper and sew around edges.
4. Print pumpkin, first filling in the color on the computer or with Copic Markers.
5. Cut pumpkin into a diamond, matte with felt square.
6. Loop ribbon and adhere to card base.
7. Adhere felt with brads.

Stamps: Thankful (Digital Doodles by Kathy Martin), Fall Fest (Practicing Creativity)
Ink: Onyx Black (VersaFine)
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron (Stampin' Up); Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink)
Ribbon: Green Twine (Divine Twine); Orange and Ivory Stripe Grosgrain (May Arts)
Misc: Green Felt, Brads, White Thread (Coats and Clark)

Thanks for checking out today's post and come play along with us at 2 Sketches 4 You! I'll be back in just a little bit for the first day of the November Practicing Creativity release!

More Fun Working with Patterns

2010-10-31T07:58:00.000-05:00

Judith over at Jay Gee's Nook, who carries Practicing Creativity Stamps, asked me to be the guest designer over on their new blog. Of course I would, but when I saw this image I just go so excited. I know you'll want to play along with this challenge. Isn't it beautiful?

Love! I decided to mix several blues along with some cream and brown. Can you tell I'm a little in love with our houndstooth stamp and chevron ribbon? Two days in a row.

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut slightly smaller piece of cardstock, stamp lower portion with houndstooth.
3. Punch stripe of cardstock, adhere.
4. Stamp sentiment.
5. Tie bow and adhere to card front.
6. Add buttons.

Stamps: Retro Christmas, Christmas Wonder (Practicing Creativity)
Ink: Soap Powder (Jenni Bowlin); Haystack, Burnt Umber (Palette)
Cardstock: Ivory, Dark Brown (Gina K); Blue Bayou (Stampin' Up!)
Ribbon: Blue and White Chevron (May Arts)
Punch: Sunburst (Fiskars)

I hope you'll come play along, plus Jay Gee's is giving away The Whole Cycle to the challenge winner!

EBTKS - Challenge #26

2010-10-30T06:00:00.001-05:00

Hey friends! It's time for another EBTKS Challenge! My friend Kelly has got a great challenge in store for you, and I think it's one you'll really enjoy!

Here's the challenge:

And here's my card:

I wanted to really mix patterns on this card, and I really like the way it turned out. And my new obsession is this ribbon. I keep using it to the point that I don't think there's going to be any left in the store.

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut 3.5" x 4.25" piece of cardstock, stamp pattern. Adhere.
3. Cut 2.5" x 3.5" piece of cardstock, stamp pattern.
4. Stamp sentiment, adhere.
5. Tie bow.
6. Add buttons with strong adhesive.

Stamps: Fall Fest, Retro Christmas, Chatterbox (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Basic Gray (Stampin' Up); Hawaiian Shores (Papertrey Ink); Solar White (Neenah)
Ink: Craft White, Basic Gray (Stampin' Up), Onyx Black (VersaFine)
Ribbon: Blue and White Chevron Twill (May Arts)

This month's sponsor is Lawn Fawn! I know you won't want to miss your opportunity to win one of their sets! Come play along here.

Fun with Glitzers!

2010-10-29T06:00:00.000-05:00

Sometimes it's nice to start with a blank slate. For these two cards that's exactly what I did. I really just started with a white card base. And maybe I've been watching too much Project Runway and Mondo, but I just started combining these different patterned Glitzers. I think this is such a great fast card, and perfect for mailing. And with Valentine's Day not too far off, both of these will work great to start my stash.

I really had so much fun arranging these Glitzers I thought I'd try the same effect with the Distress Couture.

Glitz Design "Distressed Couture" Glitzer Stickers
Glitz Designs "Distressed Couture" Cardstock Stickers

Thanks for stopping by!

Decorating Update: Master Bathroom

2010-10-27T06:00:00.001-05:00

Back in the day when I first started this blog I probably wrote just as much about decorating as I did crafting. I honestly think if I had an unlimited budget it would be very similar today, but alas, I like many of you, do not have an unlimited budget.

And speaking of budgets, you may remember my budget concise/pillow making post from last month. I'm still very much on a vacation saving budget, but for my birthday, Chase agreed to paint the bathroom. After all, paint is not that expensive, and we already had most of it.

Now, what I did not do was take a before picture. I think I was just so excited to get going that I just blanked. I do have a before picture from a previous project (the mirror).

I've debated so many times what I wanted to do in here, and we've still got several things to work on (like those blinds). But we decided to do cream on cream stripes:

If you'd like to know how to create your own stripes, just follow the Young House Love directions. These guys are good, and one of my favorite blog stops. My only addition to their directions is to use Frog Tape. I will never buy the blue stuff again. We never would have got those crisp lines with the normal stuff!

Okay, so what's next on your DIY list? I'm thinking more paint, shhh... don't tell my husband.

Spook!

2010-10-26T06:00:00.001-05:00

Hey friends! I've got another Halloween card for you! I think I say this everyday, but isn't it crazy it's the last week in October.

1. Create card from cardstock.
2. Cut pattered paper 3.75" x 4.25" and adhere to card.
3. Spray doily with ink, let dry and adhere to pattered paper.
4. Adhere bingo card to card with foam tape.
5. Tie ribbon around card.

Misc: Mini Halloween Bing Cards (Jenni Bowlin), 4" Doilies (Wilton) Patterned
Paper: Postcards from Twilight (Pink Paislee)
Cardstock: Basic Black (Stampin' Up)
Ink: Silver Foil (Smooch Spritz)
Fibers: Black Satin (May Arts)

So what are you plans for Sunday?

2 Sketches 4 You #65

2010-10-25T08:00:00.004-05:00

Hey friends! It's another Monday, and that means there's a new 2 Sketches 4 You challenge to get the week started! This week Laura's got a great one for us!

This week's sponsor is Starving Artiststamps. I'm not sure if you remember the last time they were sponsoring the challengea, but apparently I love their stamps with white ink on kraft!

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Stamp flower on kraft cardstock.
3. Tie bow with twine.
4. On the back of the piece add adhesive and pleat crate paper to create ruffle.
5. Adhere to card base.
6. Stamp sentiment on stripe of cardstock, cut edges into an angle.
7. Adhere with foam tape.

Stamps: Flowers (Starving Artiststamps)

Ink: White Craft (Stampin' Up)

Cardstock: Not Quite Navy, Real Red (Stampin' Up!), Kraft (Papertrey Ink)

Twine: Divine Twine

Misc: White Crate Paper

Thanks for stopping by and come play along with us over on 2 Sketches 4 You!

Pumpkin Shaped Card

2010-10-22T06:00:00.000-05:00

Yep, there is something about this year and pumpkins. I honestly don't think I've ever made a card with large pumpkins on it, and so far this year I've made two already. I really think what happened was I realized (let me preface by saying this is totally the opposite of genius) I could use my large nested circle to make these. I know... I think my ACT score just dropped a point by admitting that. I think both this card and the Pumpkin Ribbon were fun to make.

1. Create two circles using die cut.
2. Score one circle 1/2" from edge. Run the other circle through die cut machine using embossing folder.
3. Cut 3/4" x 1" strip, angling and distressing top edge and adhere to back of embossed circle. Sew across the bottom of stem.
4. Adhere upper section of scored piece to embossed circle.
5. Stamp sentiment on cardstock. Adhere by sewing onto card.
6. Tie bow around card.

Stamps: Fright Night (My Favorite Things)
Ink: Onyx Black (VersaFine)
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive (Stampin' Up!)
Embossing Folder: Houndstooth (Cuttlebug)
Fibers: Black Thread (Coats & Clark), Black Satin (May Arts)
Die Cuts: Large Circle Nestabilities (Spellbinders)

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have a great weekend! I'm looking forward to spending my weekend with Chase. It's the first one we've had in awhile that neither of us were traveling for work.

Practicing Creativity Challenge Winner

2010-10-21T06:00:00.000-05:00

I just wanted to jump in today to announce the winner of our Practicing Creativity Challenge we had for the last release!

Amy Kolling, Stamp-n-Paradise

Thanks to everyone that played along! I'm hoping to have more of these in the future so that many more of you can join us!

All Hallows Eve

2010-10-20T06:00:00.000-05:00

Have you all made cards for Halloween? I honestly usually don't, but I made several last month! I just love Pink Paislee's Twighlight collection. It's a year old, but that doesn't change the fact that it's so super cute.

1. Create card base from cardstock.
2. Cut burlap, adhere the fabric with tape, and sew onto card base.
3. Cut out postcard and sew onto card.
4. Adhere buttons with strong adhesive.
5. Tie ribbon around card.

Cardstock: Kraft (Stampin' Up)
Patterned Paper: Twighlight Postcards (Pink Paislee)
Ribbon: Sheer Orange (May Arts)
Buttons: True Black (Papertrey Ink)
Cloth: Black Burlap
Thread: Black (Coats and Clark)

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Birthday Winter!

2010-10-19T06:00:00.004-05:00

Happy Birthday to my friend Winter! Well, actually her birthday was yesterday, but I was hoping my card would get there before I posted it here.

1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Ink up frame.
3. Cut a 2"x2.75" piece of cardstock.
4. Cut grass, adhere. Stamp sentiment.
5. Stamp clouds and hot air balloon.
6. Adhere to frame, adhere to card.

Stamps: You're Dandy, Look Up! (Practicing Creativity), Furnishing Fun (Schlosser Designs)
Ink: Craft White (Stampin' Up), Onyx Black (VersaFine), French Lilac (Palette)
Cardstock: Solar White (Neenah), New Leaf, Sky Blue (Papertrey Ink)
Chipboard: Framed Fonts (Tattered Angels)

Happy Birthday again to Winter!

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Have you checked out the latest Everything but the Kitchen Sink Challenge? Come play along with us!

2 Sketches 4 You #64

2010-10-18T08:00:00.003-05:00

Hey friends, it's another Monday, and of course you know what that means! It's time for another 2 Sketches for You challenge! This week's sponsor is Clear & Simple Stamps! I've always been a big fan of Reenee. She has been so encouraging with me starting Practicing Creativity.

Here's the sketch from Kazan:

I went all Christmas with Holi-Dazzle!

1. Make card from cardstock. Cut slightly small piece of cardstock.
2. Stamp pattern on cardstock, color pattern.
3. Punch edges of stripe of cardstock, adhere to patterned piece, tie bow around piece.
4. Adhere.
5. Die cut red Labels 4. Adhere.
6. Cut die cut, stamp bird and sentiment, color bird. Adhere with foam tape.

Stamps: Holi-Dazzle (Clear & Simple Stamps)
Ink: Tuxedo Black (Memento), French Lilac (Palette)
Markers: B14, B34, V09, R27 (Copic)
Cardstock: Solar White (Neenah), Real Red, Elegant Eggplant (Stampin' Up)
Ribbon: Red Polka Dot Gingham (May Arts)
Die Cuts: Labels 4, Labels 1 (Spellbinders)

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In other news, it's my good friend Winter's birthday AND my good friend and partner in crime Karen Baker's birthday! Happy Birthday WINTER! I'm posting both of their cards later this week in the hopes that it gets to them before my posts (it was a little late in the mail)!

My Autumn Pumpkin

2010-10-16T10:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Saturday! I hope you have a good one. I'm taking the day to get my life reorganized after a LOT of travel for work lately. I did want to drop by to show you this fall card I made with some gorgeous May Arts ribbon. I used their Halloween Fun Pack that has this really fun orange and black plaid. I love plaid. Seriously, I don't use it as much as I wish I did. Or maybe it's just the arrival of fall, but I love it.

1. Make card from cardstock, using die cut cut circle in card base.
2. Using a 3.5"x3.5" piece of cardstock, cover front with horizontal pieces of ribbon.
3. Weave in vertical pieces of ribbon adhere to the back of cardstock piece.
4. Adhere ribbon piece behind the circle of the card.
5. Use scrap cardstock to make stem.
6. Tie bow, adhere.
7. Stamp sentiment.

Stamps: Fall Fest (Practicing Creativity)
Ink: Craft White (Stampin' Up)
Ribbon: Halloween Fun Pack, Parrot Green Twill (May Arts)
Cardstock: Kraft (Papertrey Ink)

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great weekend!

EBTKS - Challenge #25

2010-10-15T06:00:00.001-05:00

Hey there it's time for another Everything but the Kitchen Sink Challenge. This time it was my turn to host. My inspiration for this sketch was this frame that I just love.

And here's the sketch:

I decided that using my fabric tape would be a cool way to create this striped look.

Stamps: Fall Fest (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Solar White (Neenah)
Fabric Tape: Lemon Tart, Chocolate Stripe, Tan Stripe
Ribbon: Satin Dot (Papertrey Ink)

This week's sponsor is Paper Maniac and they are giving away a $20 gift card away to the winner. Check out their store and come play along with us!

It's Fall Time with Glitz!

2010-10-15T05:00:00.000-05:00

Hey there, Courtney here! It's my turn to post on the Glitz blog, and since it's starting to feel like fall here I broke out the fallish Glitz papers. I really like these two shades of brown from the Kismet collection and Vintage Love.

Stamps: Fall Fest (Practicing Creativity)
Glitz Design "Vintage Love" Accents
Glitz Design "Vintage Love " Paper: Polka
Glitz Design "Vintage Love " Paper: Brown
Glitz Design "Kismet" Sticker: Teeny Alpha Red

For my other card, it's always fun to break out the Vintage Whatnots, and since I was already in the fall mood I just went with it.

Ribbon: Champagne Net (May Artrs)
Glitz Design "Vintage Love " Paper: Brown
Glitz Design "Vintage Love " Whatnots
Glitz Design "Kismet" Sticker: Teeny Alpha Red
Glitz Design "Kismet" Glitzers

Do you love fall? Are you happy for that great smell in the air that accompanies fall?

Thanks for stopping by!

2 Sketches 4 You #63

2010-10-11T08:00:00.001-05:00

Hey there! It's Monday and that means it's time for a new 2 Sketches 4 You Sketch. I always love seeing what the next week is going to hold. Kazan has this super fun sketch for us this week.

I'm now in serious Christmas card making! I just have visions of how crazy November is going to be, so why not start now. I also got some of the new House of Three paper from Pink Paislee. I wanted to do a super glam, nontraditional card.

Stamps: Retro Christmas (Practicing Creativity)
Ink: Silver (Colorbox)
Patterned Paper: Beautiful Butterfly from House of Three (Pink Paislee)
Ribbon: Black Silk (May Arts)
Cardstock: Spring Moss (Papertrey Ink)
Misc: Rhinestones

Thanks to everyone for the many birthday wishes yesterday! And I hope you'll come play along with 2 Sketches 4 You!

Nashvillians - Make & Takes at the Scrap Room in Mt. Juliet

2010-10-07T10:00:00.001-05:00

Hey Mt. Juliet and Nashvillians! I'll be at The Scrap Room in Mount Juliet this Saturday from 3-5 doing free make and takes with Retro Christmas!

We'll actually be making this tag:

I'd love for you to come craft with me! And it's nice to do something for free, plus Charon at The Scrap Room has an incentive for you:

"We will raffle off a stamp set and while she's here, if you purchase one of her stamp sets, you'll receive an additional 5% off (so that's 20% off of your total purchase)!"

Plus, if you haven't gone to see the store since it relocated to Mt. Juliet (just behind Ruby Tuesdays) you should check it out! I'm so glad to have a store within walking distance!

Retro Christmas Recap

2010-10-06T22:45:00.000-05:00

Thank you all for your support of Retro Christmas and Retro Christmas Backgrounds! I wanted to show you some more of the cards the design team made with the sets! They are just too good not to show off!