FCCB #138 - Be ye Thankful

Good morning friends,
Happy Monday!! I am super excited because today is my first post as a design team member over at Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog. I have been a huge fan of this Challenge Blog ever since I started crafting & blogging. To be a part of their DT is truly an honor for me.  So let's jump right in and get things started.  This week's challenge is to make a Thank You card.  Here are all the details of my card.

Card size is 5 x 7

Cartridges used
Elegant Edges:  Scalloped Circle w/Shadow
Plantin Schoolbook:  Flower

Other items used
Solid Cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - my scraps
Martha Stewart Double Sided Adhesive Tape 1/2"
Martha Stewart Glitter - Golden Beryl
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Textile
Jaded Blossom - Flag Die 2
Tim Holtz Distress Ink - Tea Dye
Recollections Adhesive Embellishment
TPC Studios - Everyday Greetings
Memento Ink - Rich Cocoa

Hope you enjoyed my card today and make sure join us this week over at the Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog!  We would love to see your craft creations :0)

Thanks for stopping by!
Diana

Winners!!

Hi crafty peeps :0)

Sorry that I am a little late on announcing the winners of the last 2 blog hops that I participated in.  I meant to post it last night and got caught up with trying to organize my craft space.  It's sooooo out of control...lol!! Anyway lets not keep anyone in suspense and announce those winners....

The winner of The Glamorous Side of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary two day hop is....

#3 Janet's Planet

Janet said...I'm a follower, but I love that cupcake!! He so cute and looks good enough to eat! TFS
Janet Royer
rroyeratmadotrrdotcom



Up next is the winner of the Thankful Blog and the lucky person is....

#9 Nancy Kirkup

Nancy said....I love your card!! Your shape looks awesome and the embossing adds so much!
Nancy
alwaysastorycreationsbynancy.blogspot.com


Congratulations ladies!!  I will be contacting you both shortly so I can get your goodies out to you soon!!

Thank you to all the participants for a wonderful hop and welcome to all my new followers!! 

Crafty Hugs,
Diana

Cozy Little Christmas

Hello Crafty Friends,

Hope you are all having a wonderful week so far!  I wanted to share with all of you a card I finished up last night.  I was not able to post till today because of the lighting.  I wanted to get a good picture with natural light and I was able to capture it this morning before I headed off to work :0) 

So for my card today I tried out a new technique, paper piecing.  I have to say I just LOVE IT!!  I had never tried this before but I have seen so many awesome cards using this technique. I knew I had to try it out and I am so glad I did!!  Also, I tried out my new Copic Markers which I picked up at the Scrapbook Expo back in September.  While I could use some more practice, I think it came out pretty good for my first try ;0)  Here are all the details of my card.

Cartridge Used
Elegant Edges - Scalloped Circle w/shadow

Other Items Used
Solid Cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - My Mind's Eye "Merry"
Memento Ink - Black Tuxedo
Peachy Keen Stamp - "407 Ginger Baby Oven Mitt"
Scrappy Mom's Stamps - "A Holiday to Remember"
Copic Markers - RV13, R20, B00, E31, & E35
Gem Adhesives - Recollections
White Gel Pen

I will be entering this card over at the Peachy Keen Challenge Blog.  Their challenge this week is "Anything Goes"

Well, I hope you all have enjoyed my card today.

Crafty Hugs,
Diana

Thankful Blog Hop!

Hello and welcome to the ‘Thankful’ Bloghop! This is the time of year we really reflect on what we have to be thankful for.  Some of the things I am most thankful for are: my family and friends, my job and the opportunity to share my passion for papercrafting with all of you :0) In this hop we will be showcasing projects that all have the word "thank" on them. Now if you just arrived from Lluvia's Blog then you are hoping in the right direction.  If you just happened to stop on by and would like to join us then please start over at Melanie's Blog.  So for my project, I decided to make a shaped card and I wanted it to be on the elegant side.  Here is what I came up with....

Cartridges used
Elegant Edges
Thanksgiving

Other items used
Solid cardstock - Recollections
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Textile
Joy's Life Stamps - It's all Fall Puns
Craft Smart Pigment Ink- Chocolate Brown
Gold Gel Pen
Gem Adhesives - Amber


I have blog candy to show my THANKFULNESS for everyone who visited my blog. To be eligible, you must become a follower of my page and leave a comment with a way for me to contact you. The lucky recipient will be chosen by Random.org and I will post the name Wednesday, Nov. 14.  One lucky winner will receive the following goodies

 

 

I hope you all have enjoyed my card today, up next is Jearise's Blog.

 

 

Here is the line-up in case you get lost.
Day 1, Saturday, Nov. 101. Melanie Rozwood http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
2. Miranda Enclade http://www.nanasscrapspot.com/

3. Elecia Reyes Betts http://creationsby-kahaulani.blogspot.com/
4. Robin Scott http://scrapandchat.blogspot.com/
5. Diana Saldivar http://thescrappytree.blogspot.com/
6. Melissa Sanders Chesser http://iamapapermaniac.blogspot.com/
7. Haidee Shableau http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/
8. Suzanne Roseberry http://www.zannieberry.blogspot.com/
9. Tara Barnes Bruening http://craftindesertdivas.blogspot.com/
10. Kristy http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
11. Nancy Carter Kirkup http://alwaysastorycreationsbynancy.blogspot.com/

 

Day 2, Sunday, Nov. 11

1. Melanie Rozwood http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
2. Claire Rambo http://threewaterscreations.blogspot.com/
3. Jenn Jackson http://scraphappensembellishit.blogspot.com/
4. Robin Caroll http://cutonedesignsbyrobin.blogspot.com/
5. Ashlely Walker http://marinewifesscrappinlife.blogspot.com/
6. Amanda Youkilis http://a-prata-design.blogspot.com/
7. Misses Crafty http://sweetbirdmemories.blogspot.com/
8. Diana Rivero http://daisylovecreations.blogspot.com/
9. Jearise Havenga http://lorbysworld.blogspot.com/
10. Sarah Walker Woodring www.craftingwithsarah.blogspot.com
11. Charity Semczyszyn http://thebookinroom.blogspot.com/



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Glamorous Side of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary-Day 2!

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back for day 2 of The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop!! I am so happy that you could join us again today to continue the celebration for Ashley's Blogaversary!! If you just arrived from Paula's Blog, then you are on the right track. If you just dropped by for a visit to my blog and want to join in on the fun. Then please be sure to click here to start over at Ashley's Blog.  You certainly wouldn't want to miss out on all the fun projects we have in store ;0)

Now, for this 2 day hop Ashley gave us the option to pick from the following categories...

1. Clean and Simple
2. Kraft Cardstock
3. Faux Stitching
4. Paper Piecings
5. Shape

So for my second card I decided I would make it a Shaped one.  I also used Kraft Cardstock as my base and did a little Faux Stitching. Here are all the details of my card :0)

 

 

Cartridges Used

Celebrate with Flourish

Elegant Edges

 

Other Items Used 

Solid Cardstock  - Recollections

Patterned Paper - My scraps

My Creative Time Stamps - Piles of Smiles

Hemp Cord

White Gel Pen

 

Well, I hope you all liked my card for day 2 :0)

 

Up next is An'Jenic's Blog. But wait!! Before you go I have some blog candy for one lucky winner!!

 

Here is what you'll receive

1. Fancypants 6x6 Paper Pad "Winterland"

2. The Girls' Paperie Stamps "Vintage Whimsy"

3. Say it in Crystals - Adhesive Gems

4. Offray 1/4" width Ribbon (10 yards) - Aqua Blue

 

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for each day of this hop. (Remember twice the chance to win)
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you.

The winner for my blog candy will be chosen on Wednesday-November 7th by random.org

Easy peasy..right :0)

Also, make sure to check out the yummy blog candy Ashley will be giving away to one lucky winner!!

 

I hope you all have enjoyed this hop and thanks for joing us!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana 

The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop - Day 1!

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome to The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop!!  I am so happy that you could join us today to help celebrate Ashley's Blogaversary!! We have a great group of ladies here to celebrate along with Ashley this fun occassion!! If you just arrived from Paula's Blog, then you are on the right track.  If you just dropped by for a visit to my blog and want to join in on the fun.  Then please be sure to click here to start over at Ashley's Blog, you wouldn't want to miss out on all the fun ;0) This is a 2 day hop, so don't forget to stop by again tomorrow.

Now, for this 2 day hop Ashley gave us the option to pick from the following categories...

1. Clean and Simple
2. Kraft Cardstock
3. Faux Stitching
4. Paper Piecings
5. Shape

So for my first card I decided I would go with the Kraft Cardstock and Faux Stitching.  Here are all the details of my card :0)

 

Cartridge used

Create a Critter

Other items used
Kraft Cardstock - Recollections
Solid Cardstock - my scraps
Patterned Paper - My Mind's Eye "Life of the party"
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Happy Birthday
Peachy Keen stamps - "Happy Lashes Set"
TPC Stamps - "Everyday Greetings"
Memento Ink - Black Tuxedo
Colorbox Ink  - Frost White
Corner Rounder Punch
EK Success Edge Punch (sorry don't know the name)
EK Success Tag Punch
Twine - We R Memory Keepers "Limeade"
Starform Glitter Dot Stickers - Pink/Silver
Stickles - Brown
Glossy Accents (for the cherry)
Chalks
White Gel Pen

Well, I hope you all liked my card for Day 1.  Again, this is a 2 day hop so please make sure to join us again tomorrow :0)

Up next is An'Jenic's Blog. But wait!! Before you go I have some blog candy for one lucky winner!!

Here is what you'll receive

1. Fancypants 6x6 Paper Pad "Winterland"

2. The Girls' Paperie Stamps "Vintage Whimsy"

3. Say it in Crystals - Adhesive Gems

4. Offray 1/4" width Ribbon (10 yards) - Aqua Blue

 

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for each day of this hop. (Remember twice the chance to win)
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you.

The winner for my blog candy will be chosen on Wednesday-November 7th by random.org

Easy peasy..right :0)

 

Also, make sure to check out the yummy blog candy Ashley will be giving away to one lucky winner!!

 

See you all tomorrow!!

Diana

Exciting News!!

Hi crafty friends,

I have some exciting news to share with all of you!!  I am now an official Design Team Member for....

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog

 

 

I have been a fan of theirs for a very long time, so to be a part of this DT is beyond exciting!!  If you've never been to FCCB be sure to check them out. Every day of the week is something new and exciting to explore. And fun weekly challenges you won't want to miss!! Let the fun begin!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana

Blog Hop Winners!!

Hi there crafty friends,
Hope you all had a wonderful Halloween!!  We had a lot of trick or treaters in our neighborhood.  It was so much fun to see all the different costumes. With all the fun, I totally forgot to announce the winners of my blog candy...oops!  So without further delay, here are the winners.

So the winner for the UnBOOlievable Blog Hop is.....

#17 - Connie

Connie said...

Hi Diana!! Love the treat bag!! Great fun!
So happy to hop with you!
Scrappy hugs,
Connie
http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

 

Congrats Connie!!

 

 

Next is the winner of the Happy "Owl-A-Ween" Blog Hop and it is.......

 

 

 

#23 - Claire R

 

Claire R said...

 

Awesome easel card, love the papers you chose!
New follower!
TFS!
ClaireR
Three Waters Creations

 

Congrats Claire!!

 

I will be contacting you ladies soon!!  Thank you to all of you who joined in on the fun and welcome to all my new followers!!  I hope to visit you all soon :0) 

 

Don't forget, this Sunday & Monday Nov.4th-5th is Ashley's from Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary!! There will be lots of crafty goodness and blog candy too :0)  So don't forget to stop on by!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana