Lawn Fawn, Marvy Week Day 5

Welcome to Marvy Week Day 5! Us girls have been lucky to collaborate with Marvy and got a chance to try out some of their amazing products. I choose to try out the Le Plume markers and I have to say I really, really love them! They are as smooth at Copics and I love the color variety that is included in the pack. They blend so nicely and I'm definitely going to be buying more soon! 

I hope you enjoyed this card and for more DT samples and details on these products head over to the Lawn Fawn Blog for more!

Lawn Fawn, Chibitronics Week

Thank you so much for stopping by! This week the design team is teaming up with Chibitronics to create some awesome cards. These kits are available on the Lawn Fawn blog, here. I had such  good time creating with this kit, it comes with instructions on how to create your very own card using the Chibitronics kit, and it was very easy to follow--in my opinion. I have never used anything like this before and it the instructions where very easy to follow.

If you know me personally you know that I love to be outdoors and I love mountains and hiking. So for this card I used the (relativly) new die set, Stitched Mountain Borders, and to Lawn Fawn card stock: Storm Cloud, Manatee, and Noble Fir to create the mountains the meadow. For the bear images I used the stamp set, Dad + Me, and rather than using the coordinating dies I simply fussy cut the images out. For the trees in the background I used the stamp set, Toboggan together, with the LF ink, Storm cloud. For the fire image I used the stamp set, Love you 'Smore.

To create the constellations background I used a variety of Tim Holtz distress inks, and a white gelly pen; and, when you press on the firefly the Chibitronic lights can be turned on and off.

I hope you enjoyed this card and post, if you would like to view more cards by the DT feel free to head on over to the Lawn Fawn blog by clicking, here. If you have any questions about the products used feel free to leave me a comment and I will reply as soon as possible.

Thank you & Happy Crafting!

Lawn Fawn CHA Sneak week 2015--Day 5

It's day 5 of the Lawn Fawn CHA sneaks--and while this week has been a whirlwind of cuteness they're going to end it on a (and adorable) soft note. This new paper collection, Let's Polka, Mon Amie is by far my favorite paper pad by them. Every Fawnie crafter has there favorite paper pad and this one is mine. If you know me and my crafting style you know that I love soft pastel colors. Those are always my go to when I'm creating; and, even when I'm coloring in little critters and inanimate objects. I imagine myself needing about 10 of these paper pads, hehe.

Not only does these paper come in an adorable 6x6" size but it's also going to be available in the 12x12 size, too--which means you can create everything from cards, scrapbook layouts, treat boxes, and so many other things. Another plus is that they will also be sold individually; for example, if you need to create 12 pink and white polka dot goodie bags you can now! These are exciting times.

Head over to the Lawn Fawn blog by clicking here and check out all the other items being shown today on their blog. You'll also get a chance to win some of these new items. Let's wish Lawn Fawn good luck with CHA! Their both is all set up and now it's time to sell! I'll be there on Monday and Tuesday so I'll do my best to take photos. I'll be using my iPhone so I can't guarantee the pictures will be that great, hehe.

Don't forget all of the items shown this week will be available for sale mid February. I hope you have a great weekend and please come back tomorrow I'm joining in on the Pretty Pink Posh birthday celebration and I'll be sharing my card using her new dies tomorrow.

Lawn Fawn Inspiration Week--Scripty Joy and Winter Penguin

I'm so excited to be sharing my creations using the new, Scripty Joy die, and the Winter Penguin mini stamp set. I can't say enough how adorable the winter penguin set is! It's a small yet super affordable set, and you can also purchase the coordinating die. I loved working with the, scripty joy, die and I used it on the card shown above with the Violet's ABCs alphabet stamp set to create the sentiment, "Joy to the world". Since it's a well known song I thought it would be fitting to use the music sheet paper from the new Snow Day collection. I love that sheet paper so much! When creating the "Happy Holidays" penguin card I wanted to make it look like she was skating in over a frozen lake so I used the forest boarder die along with the stitched hillside boarder dies to achieve that look. I also used the trees from the, Snow Day, stamp set and stamped them in a few different colors for some added interest. To tie these cards together I also used some of the metallic gold sequins from Pretty Pink Posh. I hope you love them!

To view the other cards created the Lawn Fawn design team click, here. When you get to the blog you'll also get a chance to win a stamp of your own!

Best Witches Shaker Card

Today I thought it would be fun to share a shaker card I made over the holiday weekend. I was so happy to have such a long weekend so that I could get creative with all of my new Lawn Fawn stamps! Since I've already made a Christmas card I thought it would be fun to creative something festive for the Halloween since it's next month, already. To create this card I used the new stamp set, Spooktacular, along with it's coordinating dies. For the window and card panel of the shaker card I used the new, large stitched rectangle stackables dies--as well as the, stitched hillside border dies to create the black hills. Overall I have to say this card came out really cute and I love how just one stamp set can make such a cute impression--with all of it's fun images and adorable sentiments. I hope you love this card as much as I do!

Make A Wish

I’m so excited to share this card with you today because it was so much fun to make; and, I’m hoping this will inspire some of you Lawn Fawn stamp owners to make this adorable leprechaun. I think there are so many possibilities with this idea; for instance, you can make tags, treat bags, and even layouts for St. Patrick’s Day. I combined several LF stamp sets for this card—some new and some old, and I’m so in love with how it turned out. I think my favorite part of this card are the gold stars that I created using some gold embossing powder and the new LF stamp set, Starry backdrops. That stamp set has a large starry image that is perfect for so many different scenes and it also has the elements to create an adorable rainbow.

For the coloring, I used distress inks: Broken china, and mowed lawn. I colored in the little leprechaun using my Copic Markers, and for the rainbow I used: Pale Tomato, butter bar, and soft pool, inks by Hero Arts. 

Stamp sets used to create this card: Gnome sweet gnome, Hello Sunshine, Starry Backdrops, Hats off to you. I also used the large stitched journaling die as the base of my card, you can view that awesome die set by clicking, here. 

I hope you enjoyed this colorful card! I wanted to post something a little bit more awesome today, but since I have so many orders to finished I had to make this a short and simple blog post. I’m mainly trying to focus on keeping up with all of my posts’ even if they’re simple like this one. Blogging keeps me sane, hehe. I hope you all have a great weekend! 

Sweet Stamp Shop February Release!

It’s that time again! The Sweet Stamp Shop has come out with another amazing collection of high quality photopolymer stamps. These new sets are absolutely perfect on their own; however, they also work great with all of their other stamps set; for instance, their Too Hip stamp set has great images and lots of fun elements to design your card or layout around a specific theme. It also goes perfectly with their stamp set—Foxy.

When I created the card above, I used the sets Too Hip, Foxy, and Just the Basics. You’ll also notice that I used the mirror image stamping technique on this card, to make the two hippos look like they were all lovey-dovey, hehe. Then I used the cute elements from the Too Hip stamp set to make one looks super girly and the other look like a hipster boy. I used the heart image from the, Foxy, set, and the ‘Happy Valentine’s Day’ sentiment from the Sweet Stamp Shop set—Just the basics. 

I LOVE the set that I used to create this next card. We all love sequins right now—it’s so in style for papercrafters, but image how fun it would be to play with a sequins stamp?—and in different sizes. Not only does this stamp set, Sparkle and Shine, come with sequins images it also had these really create jewel images, too.  This set is too much fun!

My next card is a perfect example of how, Too Hip, is a versatile stamp set. I stamped some party hats on top of the fox and hippo and we have a perfect little scene for a birthday card. Did I mention that the images in the Too Hip stamp set fit perfectly with the fox from the, Foxy stamp set? Well they do! Cute, right?

Lastly, I have this funny little birthday card. When I first saw the stamp set, Stuck on You, I immediately thought to myself, “Hey, this looks like the cactus is looking back at me”—even without the face stamped on it. So I came up with the cute little message, “Honey, do these thorns make my butt look big?” It may not seem to make sense but when I created this card I thought it would be one of those “I’m getting old” kind of cards. I dunno—all I know is this card was super fun to make. I’m so in love with this set now, and I hope this card gets a few laughs, hehe.

Below are some of the sets that have been released for the month of February; however, you can click here to view the full release on the Sweet Stamp Shop blog. Go and check out all the awesomeness over there and you can also view the other creations by other design team members, too. There is so much inspiration on the SSS blog that you’ll be dying to place an order.

 Too Hip

 Sparkle and Shine

Stuck on You

I hope you've enjoyed my cards and the new releases. Their new stamp sets are too cute, and I can't wait to make more projects with them. Take care! 

Shop Update, Valentine's Day Cards

I feel like I’m little late by barely coming out with my Valentine’s Day cards, but they’re here and I hope they do well. I made three handmade cards, and one printed card—a lot less than last year’s release but I don’t typically sell that many Valentine’s Day cards in general—so I thought I’d only make a small batch this time around. Right now I love creating CAS cards, and using the white on white color scheme as far as card stock goes; and, I thought hot pinks, light pinks, and pastel colors would look amazing on white. Three of these cards are made by hand using clear stamps (by various stamp manufacturers) and the ‘Love, forever’ card was created by me on the computer—and printed.

All of my new Valentine’s Day cards are now available in my shop. You can click on the links below the pictures of each card if you would like to purchase one. 

 Hugs and Kisses, and Valentine Wishes

 Love you still, Always have, Always will

 Hey Valentine, More than Puppy Love

Love, Forever

I love each card that I've created by I think my favorite is the Boston Terrier card—I think it’s so cute! Thanks for stopping by! 

Card of the Week--Mommy to Bee

Even though it’s so gray and cloudy today in Los Angeles County, I was still able get a little sunshine from this bright and colorful card I made using some of my Lawn Fawn stamps, and paper. Nothing makes me happier than using bright and happy card stock—plus Lawn Fawn stamps always manage to put a smile on my face all on their own anyway, hehe. When I was creating this card I was a little bit worried that I might be using too much black and yellow combos—but in the end I really like how it turned out. I think one of my favorite things on this card (texture wise) is this chevron screen printed clear overlay that I received in one of the Simon Says Stamp collection kits. If you’re interested in it you can find it in the SSS April 2012 collection kit (but it might be sold out). It was my first time using an overlay on a card and I think I've fallen in love with them. I’d really love to get my hands on more, in different patterns and colors.

 I always love ‘punny’ cards and I thought this bumble bee bear would make for a cute ‘Mommy to Bee’ card. To create the sentiment I used the stamp set, Milo’s ABC’s, by Lawn Fawn. This set is great! The other stamps sets I used for this card are: Critters in Costume, Home sweet home, and A birdietold me. I’m also using the beautiful yellow and white polka dot pattern paper from the LF, Pink Lemonade petite paper pack which I think goes perfect wit this theme—and matches great with the clear chevron overlay.

If you follow me on Instagram you already know that I purchased three new copic markers and I used them to color in the bear portion of the bee image. I’m still not that great at blending and shading but I’m workin’ on it, hehe.

Other elements I used when making this card are the super cool Lawn Fawn trimmings, Silver Sparkle single cord. I love the silver in this twine, I think it’s so pretty. I also purchased a ton of sequins lately because I want to start incorporating them into my cards, cupcake toppers, and other projects. So I have lots of it now. I hope you enjoyed this ‘Card of the Week’, and if you have any questions let me know in the comments. Have a great day!

Card of the Week, You're a Good Apple

I was inspired to create this card by my niece, Samantha. She just entered pre-school a few days ago and I can’t believe it! It’s really cool though, because now I can be one of those crafters/card-makers that makes cards for teachers now, hehe. For this particular card design, I used a few old Lawn Fawn stamp set, and a few new ones as well. To create the pattern paper background I stamped the line paper stamp directly onto a white A2 size card base, using the stamp set, schoolhouse backdrops. That stamp set comes with the cutest stamps! 

To create the chalkboard, I used the wood grain pattern paper (which I love), from the, Into the woods petite paper pack, and the black chalkboard paper (for the sentiment) from the, Peach Love Joy petite paper pack. For the sentiment on the chalkboard, I used the LF stamp set, A good apple. 

The two ink colors I used for the paper pattern design on the card base are, Soft pool, and Pale tomato by Hero Arts. I’m SO IN LOVE with their ink—it’s not even funny. I’m always trying to find a reason to use them. The quality is amazing. Well, I hope you enjoyed this card, and feel free to leave me a comment letting me know what you think! Have a great weekend. 

Surprise! It's Kelly Marie's Birthday Party Blog Hop!

Today a bunch of crafty gals and I are getting together to celebrate the birthday of, Kelly Marie, one of the owners of Lawn Fawn! It’s a little virtual surprise party; and, we’re each making her something using the awesome LF products. I hope she is thrilled about it!

I made Kelly, a Birthday card using the new stamp set, Ourfriendship grows, and thought it would be cute to make some matching cupcake toppers! I made chocolate cupcake toppers with chocolate frosting and ground Oreo’s to make the top of the cupcakes look like dirt, hehe. I ate one for you Kelly! 

Dear Kelly,

I wish you a very happy birthday! I hope you were surprised, and I’m so thankful to have met you and that I can call you my friend. Thanks for being awesome; and, for sharing all your creativity, kindness, and Lawn Fawn awesomeness with the world! You’re the best.

Your friend,

Nicole

Like I mentioned before, a bunch of us girls got together for this surprise party blog hop, and each one of use made something special for, Kelly. Thank you for stopping by from Chari's blog, and next up on the hop is, Teri. Take some time to view the projects made by all the other girls! They’re so amazing! You can head over to Tiffany's blog if you would like to start from the beginning. 

Tiffany Johnson: http://iheartartblog.com/

Deborah Townsend: http://thepaintandpapercottage.blogspot.com/

Laurel Beard: http://laurelbeard.org

Nancy Krueger & Mama Fawn: http://happyheart-nancyljk.blogspot.com/

Ivy Wong: http://www.ishouldbesleepingbut.blogspot.com/

Cheiron Brandon: http://cheironbrandon.typepad.com

Melissa Shea: http://lovemyscraps.com

Jenn Shurkus: http://shurkus.com

Jasmine Marie: http://iam-bookish.blogspot.com

Annette Allen: http://www.myclevercreations.blogspot.com

Christiana Reuling: http://christygetscrafty.blogspot.com/

Sarah Martina Parker: http://sarahmartina.com/

Lauren Taylor: http://www.laurentaylormade.com/

Cristina Nuñez: http://mypaperjourney.blogspot.com/

Elena Roussakis: http://justmeprints.blogspot.com/

Britta Swiderski: http://brittaswiderski.com/

Karin Åkesdotter: http://peppermintpattys-papercraft.blogspot.se/

Charlene Bopp: http://pebbles-creativeside.blogspot.com

Audrey Tokach: http://pinkinkoriginals.blogspot.com/2013/09/kelly-maries-surprise-birthday-party-hop.html

Chari Moss: http://www.mossymade.com/

Nicole Gavaldon: http://www.unifyhandmade.blogspot.com/

Teri Anderson: http://terisplace.wordpress.com/

Lynnette Kauffman: http://nettersnotables.blogspot.com/

Paulina Nakamura: http://www.prettypinkposh.com

Elise Constable: http://www.whimsipost.blogspot.com/

Vicky Papaioannou: http://www.clips-n-cuts.com/

Lenny Sacreas: http://getinspiredandbecreative.blogspot.be/

Kari Webster: http://www.kwcarddesign.com/

Tracy Gruber: http://www.owlbecraftin.blogspot.com/

Samantha Casey: http://www.samanthacasey.blogspot.com/

Samantha Mann: http://samsscrapcandy.blogspot.com/

Latisha Yoast: http://crafteebee.blogspot.com/

Sabine Meder: http://sweet-buttons-and-tiny-bows.blogspot.co.at/

Melissa Mann: http://melissamann.typepad.com/chasing_paper_dreams/

Vera Yates: http://www.lingshappyplace.blogspot.com/

Julie Campbell: http://www.stampedinhisimage.blogspot.com/

Jennifer McDermott: http://wonkywares.blogspot.com/

Lisa Rimke: http://therimkechronicles.blogspot.com/

Chan Vuong: http://humblechan.blogspot.com/

Chrissie Tobas: http://harvestmoonpapiere.blogspot.com

Nichol Magouirk: http://nicholmagouirk.typepad.com/things_that_really_matter/2013/09/kelly-maries-surprise-birthday-party-blog-hop.html

Vlog—How to Make a Floral Wreath Card, From Start to Finish

Today I have a really fun video for you! I haven’t made a video in a while so I thought it was about time I made one; and, while I was making this video I realized that I’ve never created a card from start to finish on tape before. So it’s kind of exciting for me to share my design process with you. I’m making a floral wreath card using Lawn Fawn’s, Pink Lemonade Collection kit. Their papers are so perfect for this because the collection comes with a variety of flowers in a few different sizes and colors—and speaking of colors. I don’t have that many ink colors so this was a great way for me to create a vibrant eye catching wreath. The color on these papers beat ink any day—to me at least, hehe. While I was making this I thought I’d turn it into a ‘Congrats’ card for my cousin who just had a baby. Well, enough talk! I can’t wait for you to watch me make a card from start to finish. Let me know what you think of it I the comments. P.S. I'm a little talky in the beginning but it speeds up, I promise. 

How to Make a Card with a Pocket

Happy Friday, everyone! I got a few requests’ for a tutorial on how I created my card with and inner pocket—and I’m super happy to share! If you didn't see the post with the card I’m talking about you can click here to view it. Now, before I get into the details of the tutorial I wanted to talk a little bit about this card I created (above) I think it came out so cute, and the way I colored the houses reminds me of the homes in Reykjavik, Iceland. The homes in that city are so lively and colorful. Speaking of colorful— isn't Lawn Fawns’ pattern paper amazing? Ok, let’s start the tutorial!

Whether you are starting off with a piece of 8.5” x 11” cardstock, or a 12” x 12” piece of pattern paper—cut it down to the dimensions show in the image above.

 For the sake of visibility I’m switching to a piece of white cardstock.

Start with the blade at the bottom of the paper trimmer, and bring it up to the 4 1/4" mark, and stop.

Turn the paper horizontally, and align it with the 4 1/4" mark. With the blade at the top of the paper trimmer, bring it down (cutting) until you hit the 2” mark and stop.

When you’re done, your paper should look like the piece shown in the image above.

Now you can score! Lay your paper (as shown above) horizontally, and score at 4 1/4".

Next, turn the paper vertically, and score at the 2” mark.

*Returning to pattern paper mode* Next, round the corner of the pocket tab (optional), and adhere. Using my ATG, I placed some adhesive on the left side of the pocket tab, folded it up and attaching it to the inner card base.

There you have it! I also bought some small envelopes that fit nicely inside. I think I’m going to be making a lot of these for Birthday’s and for Christmas too. I hope you've enjoyed this tutorial, let me know what you think in the comments. Have a great weekend.