Mother's Day Cards

Hello Krafters!

Some time ago, I started doing ten minute or less cards. I challenged myself to do this because, as my family grew, it became difficult to actually finish a card. It left me frustrated and honestly, I had no desire to craft! While my crafting has evolved into something other than paper crafting, I still LOVE to create cards from time to time. 

This past Sunday was Mother’s Day. I realized at 12:15am on Sunday, yes you read correctly, that I failed to make cards. I was tired and sleepy, but I knew I would not have time later to make any so I had to think fast on my feet. I did an assembly line to get five cards completed as quickly as possible. 

I cut three sheets of 8.5”x11” card stock in half for A2 style cards (4.25”x5.5”) and scored them using the Martha Stewart scoring tool and set them aside. I then picked up the very first paper pack on top of the pile, which happened to be G45’s Secret Garden. I also used a Glitz paper pack. I cut them using a die from MFT and the top note die by Spellbinders. After I cut the pattern paper, I went to the flower storage and grabbed some Gardenias and skeleton leaves.  I also used some hemp cord. I laid out the elements using a card I created a while back as a guide. I changed the layout slightly on each card so they would be “unique”. Before gluing everything down, I used a stamp (I cannot remember which company) for the sentiment. 

After the cards were assembled, I wrote a quick note and was done! I was turning off my light by 1:47am and heading to bed! It took me a little over 30 minutes to create five cards. Not too bad if I say so myself. 

That’s it! I hope you enjoyed today’s post. Until next time..Krafthead~

Happy New Year...Where I Been....and A Project!

Hello Krafters!!

It has been FOREVER since I posted! I am so grateful to those who continued to follow me through my hiatus! First I want to wish each and every one of you a prosperous, healthy, safe, blessed New Year! I hope that 2017 is much better than 2016!

So back to my hiatus...so much has happened in 2016! Some good and some bad. Since my last post, I think I made just ONE project! Honestly, it was not worth sharing. It was literally a five minute thank you card. As I mentioned prior to being away, I was creating out of obligation and no longer fun. I tell you, I will never make a business out of something I love again unless I hear the voice of God Himself. It was very taxing and it took the air out of me. With a husband, five children, pets and two jobs, it was too much. I lost all desire to create.

However, all was not lost. During my time away, I moved into a new craft room! It is a long story that I promise to share soon. After being in full chaos for about 5 months, I finally have it functional enough to create. It is not where I want it to be, but I am so happy!! Which brings me to my project!!

Back in March, my aunt had her wedding. I did the photography, catering and planning...which I think also played a part in my hiatus. I had the task to edit and print photos. I am embarrassed to say it took me this long to complete the photo package and the photo album for her and her husband! While it is simple and looks like something I did before (there is nothing wrong with lifting yourself LOL) I am so very proud of this wedding album because it is DONE and I was back in the lab creating!

So here it is:

I used an old stack from DCWV called Lemon Flower (I think-I actually gave the pack away to someone and kept the pieces I used). The skeleton leaves are from I Am Roses as is the Gardenia. The yellow roses are Prima (discontinued) and the metal charm is from Making Memories (discontinued)

That's it! I hope you enjoyed today's project! I promise not to be gone this long again! Have a marvelous day and week!! Krafthead~

26 Years

Hello Krafters,

My mom, yes I have talking about her a lot lately, is a part of a group. One of the members retired after 26 years of service. This was all of the information provided AND yes it was a last minute request….I decided to go with a white, cream and gold color scheme. 

There are a lot of layers and textures on this card. I used a doily die by Cherry Lynn Designs as well as their flourish. I used the Explore to make the lattice and 26 years sentiment. I used gold embossing powder to make that sentiment pop! An after thought was I should have foiled that sentiment instead. That is what ended up doing in the inside since it was custom to the occasion. The flowers are I Am Roses. I also embossed the mat (I don't remember the embossing folder name). To hide the glue, I added a tag to the bottom in the cream and embossed the “thank you” in gold. 

Mom was happy with it and overall I am happy with how it turned out too!

That’s it! I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

Oh Baby

Hi Krafters!

Anyone who knows me know I am a private person. So sharing this project was difficult and out of my comfort zone. I was looking for something and found a picture (my only bare one) of my pregnant belly! I was 7.5 months along with my oldest (2004). I didn't know she was a she at the time, but I was so proud. As I shared before, we were told we could not have children so this photo is a true testament of the power of God!

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I am participating in the Cricut Challenge and Scraplift the Person Before You this month. I had the privilege to lift Arteshamac’s Hello Love layout. I encourage you to join challenges to keep your juices flowing!

I used Sophie (doilies), Graphically Speaking (arrows), Wild Card (brackets) and Calligraphy (title) Cricut cartridges. The paper is a collection by Teresa Collins. I also used a stamp set by Close to My Heart (Save the Date-I believe it is) for the corners and “remember”. The large butterfly is a Martha Stewart punch. The flowers are I Am Roses which I used Gesso to tone down the pink. The princess charm is from my stash. Finally I added Recollection bling.

That’s it! I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

B&W Thinking of You 'Birthday" Card

Hey Krafters,

I have been in a black and white mood lately. I really love the combination with a splash of color. To me, you can never go wrong. Also, the cards can be used for almost any occasion.

Anywho, here is my card share for today. I used three Spellbinders sets (I can't remember the names off hand other than the classic oval) to create four layers. I stamped and embossed the sentiment. For dimension, I popped up some of the layers and added shear ribbon. I used I Am Roses and Wild Orchid Craft flowers to embellish and finish off the card. Although I have the "thinking of you" sentiment, I used this as a birthday. The inside, (not pictured) said on your birthday.

Well that's it!! I hope you enjoyed today's project. Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

3D Calendar

Hi Krafters!

Did you miss me? I can honestly say, I miss posting as frequently as I used to. Life has been super crazy lately. However, I managed to get in the lab a couple of days ago and would like to share my project. My sister mentioned to me she does not have anything on her desk. I thought long and decided to FINALLY play with the Lori Whitlock 3D Calendar I purchased from the Silhouette store almost a year ago.

 

Let me start off by saying, this file gave me a run for my money! I think I downloaded the file before the corrections were made. For me, the numbers were wrong. I had an extra three but needed another zero. I also do not like the way the 9/6 but that is my personal issue. Other than that, the file was easy to assemble.

 

The base was cut with Bazzill cardstock. I needed to use a sturdy cardstock to ensure the calendar will last since she will have to change the days daily. I used the Luxury Stack by DCWV for the pattern paper. Please note, the accent pieces were not part of the file. I used Recollections bling and I Am Roses to embellish it a little. I also used the Mod Podge Mold for the dove. I added half-back pearl to the bottom to give it a little height and to protect the bottom.

Although I had a few issues, I can see myself playing with this file again! Another bonus is it can last for many years since there is no year to deal with! What do you think?

 

I hope you enjoyed today's project. Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

 

Practical Scrappers DT- Pretty Cute Girl

Hi Krafters!

Today's project is two-fold. Over at Practical Scrappers it all about making those titles POP! There are some awesome ideas so go check them out! This is also my project for the Lift The Person Before You Challenge at scrapbook.com. This was lifted from Msnickers2...thank you so much for the inspiration.

For my "think outside the box" title, I used a combo of stickers and hot glue! Yes, you read right; the "girl" part of the title is done with hot glue. I dusted it with perfect pearls. The sticker "pretty cute" is from the Engraver collection by Prima.

The assembly of the layout:
The base layer is just solid black cardstock. I splattered Lindy's Stamp Gang. I do not know the color off hand, but it is in the Winter Wonderland set. Let me just say, this is the best white spray I have used to date! In the past I have used "white" sprays on black and as it dries it gets lost in the paper. Well not this one! As you can see it is a lovely white with the right amount of shimmer!

Going off the lift, I used strips of papers going horizontal and vertically. The papers are Lyric by Prima. I love, love, love this paper!! I fussy cut the collage from the 6x6 stack. The other pattern papers are also cut from the collection. For the doily, I used the English Tea from Cheery Lynn Designs. I added a butterfly (large Martha Stewart) punch out on top.  The flower cluster is a mix of Prima and I Am Roses flowers.

The photo is of one of my daughters. When I bought my camera, I was playing with the settings and I LOVE this picture of her...she is a pretty cute girl :)

I hope you enjoyed today's project! Remember to stop by Practical Scrappers to get more ideas on how to make your titles more fun. Thank you so much for stopping by!  Krafthead~

Play, Love, Soup

Hello Krafters!

I was challenged by my sister Kelli over at Favorite Favors! She made this awesome sketch and I had to post by today, April 4th. I met the deadline!! Yay me! Thank you Kelli for sharing the sketch and the challenge...

 

So let me start off by saying when my daughter gets older, she is going to probably kill me for sharing this post. However, it was too funny of an event not to share!  Ok to give you a little background, my daughter was about 2 years old. In the fall, I make soup. She decided to take it upon herself to "style" her hair! This girl used the soup as hair gel!! It was a mess! At first I was so upset as I had JUST did her hair, but then I thought this would be a funny photo to look at when she was older (this was before my scrapbooking days). By the time I grabbed the camera, she was crying...felt bad, but still could not resist!

To put this layout together I tried to stick to the sketch. I made my own background paper by splattering Glimmer Mist and Lindy's Stamp Gang. I also sprayed the ribbon with the same colors. For the pattern paper, I used Imaginisce. I used embellishments from my stash. It was so fun to put together!

I hope you enjoyed today's project..and I pray my daughter will be able to forgive me. Thank you so much for stopping by, Krafthead~

Supplies:

Crate Paper Bingo Chips

Tim Holtz Tickets

Rick Rack Ribbion

Glimmer Mist

Lindy's Stamp Gang

Wild Orchid Crafts Cherry Blossoms

I Am Roses Cherry Blossoms, Gardenia, leave

Metal Key

Gesso

Imaginisce Pattern Paper

Cherry Lynn English Tea Doily

Authentic Words

Thickers

Practical Scrappers DT Project: Corner Punches

Hi Krafters!

Happy Tuesday!!! Today over at the Practical Scrappers blog, we are giving you all fresh ideas on how to use those corner punches! Corner punches can be used on more than just corners! Drop by the blog to check out how the other DT members used corner punches on their projects.

I decided to use my corner punch to make "metal corners" on this balsa box. This technique was inspired by Cynthialoowhoo on YouTube. I put my own spin on it to make it work for my needs.

To make the corners I cut the cardstock down to 2"x2".  I cut the square in half on the diagonally. Then I punched the remaining half. Next I put my corner on the box and made a crease to score a crisp line. Finally, it is ready to be added to the box. Remember, you can distress it or add paint to make the corner look more like metal.

Since this paper is so pretty...(thank you Kelli (my Sister) for the RAK) I did not want to cover it too much. I added a few flowers; the larger flower I used the same metallic gold paint to the tips as I used on the box and the doily.

That is it! Again, do not forget to stop over by the Practical Scrappers blog to check out the other projects! Thanks again Kelli for this beautiful paper!! Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

Graphic 45 Design Team 2013 Audition

Hello Krafters,

Today, I am sharing a few of my favorite projects featuring Graphic 45! This is also my submission for the G45 DT Call. I am excited and nervous! Wish me the best :D

Some projects you may have seen before and there are others that are new. I really do hope you enjoy them all!

1: An altered fan using A Ladies Diary

 

2: An altered journal using A Ladies Diary

 3. A card using Le Romantique

 4: A card using Communique and Olde Curiosity Shoppe

 

 5: ATCs using A Ladies Diary

6. A layout using Botanicabella, Steampunk Debutante and Le Romantique

 

Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

SOC DT Project-Save That Styrofoam Packaging

Hello Krafters!

Have you ever saved something and had no idea why? This happens to me all the time. A few months back, I received a package in the mail and it included some circular packaging. Usually packages have that waded wrapping paper or packing peanuts. When I saw these pieces I knew I had to save them. Why and for what though?

I made an ATG stand years ago. When I purchased a new gun, I did not have a place to store it. I thought about making a new stand, but I wanted something quick. After thinking and getting tired of knocking it over because I would sit it upside down, I remembered the Styrofoam!

I traced the bottom of the ATG Gun and cut the Styrofoam with an Exacto Knife. Since the gun has a slight angle, the inside is not cut straight across. Once the hole was satisfactory, I measured the Styrofoam and cut a strip out of the DCWV Glam Girl paper stack (it has a lot of purple in it and it is cute). I applied the paper and cut down some mesh bling. I added that and then several flowers (stampin’ scrappin’, I Am Roses and Wild Orchid Crafts) to the base.

I also decided to alter the ATG Gun to coordinate with the base. I used the same sheet of paper and measured both sides of the gun. I added the mesh bling to both sides, but flowers to one side shown. I only altered the one side because I like the gun to lay flat when I change the tape.

I really like how it turned out and the gun can be taken out at any time or it can stay in the base while being used!

I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Don't forget to stop by the Scraps of Color blog for more project inspiration! Thank you all so much for stopping by, Krafthead~

With Deepest Sympathy

Hello Krafters!

Today I am sharing a very simple sympathy card I made for a lady I adore at my local place of worship. I have adopted her as my mom. Anywho, her sister died last week. She has been battling with illness for quite some time. Although this time is somber for us, we are celebrating in knowing that she is home. BTW, I took the picture with my cell phone...one day I am going to learn!

The base was dry embossed using a Cuttlebug embossing folder. I then layered two sets of Spellbinder dies, stamped my sentiment and added a ribbon. Finally, I used a yellow Fairy Tale Rose by Prima and two mini roses by I Am Roses. I also used Recollection pearls in the corner.

Since the card is slightly larger than a regular A2 sized card, I placed it in a 5”x7” envelope. This is also a good idea if you have a very dimensional card.

I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

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FAITH

Happy Monday Krafters!

At the beginning of the month, Treva over at Treva Craft Corner shared on her post that her word for the year was RENEW! While leaving love, I pondered about what mine would be. I have a lot of moments in my life where FAITH played an intricate factor. I am currently going through something where FAITH is the only way I am going to get through it. FAITH is the word I will be standing on this year and throughout the rest of my life!

Oddly enough, about seven years ago, the Dollar Store was selling raw wood words. It just so happen to be FAITH! I always vowed I would stain it so it could be added to the living room décor. Somehow, it was placed in a box in the basement and forgotten about. About a month or so ago, I was looking for something and stumbled across this word block. I never altered a full word, just letters so I sat it aside. After reading Treva’s blog post, I decided to tackle this word FAITH!

I really like how it turned out and I have a constant reminder to have FAITH. Walk by faith and not by sight! No matter what the circumstances look like, I have to believe that God will bring me through it and that can only be done through having the faith to believe! I must stand on the Word!

I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thank you for stopping by and leaving love. Krafthead~

Altered Journal-Graphic 45

Hi Krafters!

First off, I would like to apologize for the photo on this project. Yes, you guessed it; I took it on the fly with my cell phone! Because I was rushing, I only have a photo of the front. I used G45 Botanicabella. I added some lace to the binding along with some other embellishments. So sorry for the fast post, but just wanted to share J

Supplies:

Graphic 45 Botanicabella

Cheery Lynn Designs

Lace

Pearl

Cameo

I Am Roses-Gardenia, Skeleton Leaves, Mini Roses

Lindy’s Stamp Gang-Rudolph Nose

Recollections Bling

2013 Calendars

Hi Krafters!

Last year, I made a goal to share projects at least three days a week; typically Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. For the most part, I met my goal. However, I found I put a lot of unnecessary pressure on myself. Since this is a new dawn and a new day, I will share projects as they are completed. This way I will not have more pressure and I won’t let you all down by missing the mark!

I am so excited to share the first projects of the year! For some of the ladies in my congregation, I decided to make a few calendars. I made a total of 10 of them. Of course I was rushing and did not take proper photos. I did manage to take a couple with my cell phone. The quality is not the greatest, but hey, I still want to share :D

The calendars measure 4x4. I printed the calendar from Publisher (love that program). I covered the chipboard with some Pink Paislee paper that was in a magazine I purchased a while ago (I think it was a promotional pack…pretty papers). I fussy cut some of the images from the papers and added a few embellishments and was done! Easy and fast!

I hope you enjoyed today’s project, Thank you all so much for stopping by. Krafthead~

Supplies:

Pink Paislee

I Am Roses

Recollections Bling

Chipboard

Gathered Twigs Distress Ink

Ribbon

Cricut Expression 2-pre loaded image

B&W Christmas Card

Merry Christmas Eve Krafters!

Here is another card I made in the swap with my Sis! This project is pretty straight forward.

I hope you enjoy it, Krafthead~

Supplies:

I Am Roses-poinsettia

Silver Mixative

Cherry Lynn Flourish

Snowflake Embossing Folder

Trim

Spellbinder Die

Clock ATCs

Happy Monday Krafters!

I wanted to share my second set of ATCs I am swapping over at scrapbook.com. In this category, we had to make ACTs about time. I had some watch charms in my stash so I knew I wanted to use them.

The pattern paper is from the Heirloom Imagine cartridge. I also used the distressed clock embossing folder by Sizzix. The clock cut is from the Silhouette Store. I used a collage stamp on that which also has a clock on it. To finish off the ATCs, I used an arrow I had in my stash and tied the watch charm to the card. I also have a mini rose (I Am Roses) which I colored with Black Magic Tattered Angel’s Glimmer Mist.

I hope you enjoyed the ATCs! Thank you so much for stopping by, Krafthead~

Practical Scrappers DT Project: Lucky You/DT Call

Hello Krafters!

Today over at Practical Scrappers, we are showcasing cards and layouts using fabric. For my project, I decided to use a lacy fabric as the background to go along with the image J

I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thank you so much for stopping by and thank you Netta for the stamp! Enjoy your day, Krafthead~

Also, Practical Scrappers is also have a DT Call! If you are interested in becoming a part of this awesomely talented team, I encourage you to go here for more information!

Through the Years....

Good day Krafters!

My mom asked me to make a card for her friend who is turning 50 years old. They have been friends since they were little girls. Since it is a card that has so many “mile stones”, I had to figure out the best way to make it. I decided to make it open the regular way and then flip upwards. This is the prototype….I think. I am still learning how to use my Copics. I never realized how hard it is to blend dark colors. I also realized I need to get more W and C Copics! Yay, I have do some shopping!

She likes this one, but I am not sure I do. We will see how much time I have J

I hope you enjoyed today’s project! Thanks for stopping by, Krafthead~

Products:

Copic markers

Digital Images-Mo

Nanna Kids-DCWV

I Am Roses

Spellbinder Dies

Stickles

Distress Ink

WRMKs Corner Punch

Charm