Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Catching Up...

I am busying myself getting things ready for Stamp Class this weekend on top of just trying to keep the kids and I cool here at home. Apparently it's 94 degrees out right now. (I don't even want to check that out for myself!) I have the windows and drapes closed, the one swamp cooler blowing and every fan on, yet the thermostat in the house is still reading 87!! At least we don't have to contend with humidity like the rest of you!!

So I figured I better catch up on a bit of my posting. I have been doing quite a bit of stamping in preparation for my class, but I am going to just pick a few that are my favorites.

This first was done far a workshop that Karla hosted back in June. It was awesome to see how excited they were to make it. One woman even commented that when she first saw it she thought it was going to be hard to make but was in fact much easier! That's what I like to hear!!

(I just love how simple the monotone color scheme is. I love those rich coffee-colored tones!! )

SUPPLY LIST:
Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes, All Holidays (Retired)
Paper: Crumb Cake, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla
Ink: Soft Suede
Tools: Sponge Daubers
Other: Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon 

The second design was done for one class here at my house in June as well as Karla's workshop. It's such a simple card and I love how fancy it looks with rich, bright colors contrasting the clean, white background. For one I used Concord Crush (LOVE that color!!) and the other I used Tangerine Tango. I think it's a great starter-card and a great go-to card for any occasion!!

SUPPLY LIST:
Stamps: Curly Cute, Medallion
Paper: Tangerine Tango, Whisper White
Ink: Tangerine Tango
Tools: Big Shot, Scissors
Other: Framed Tulips Embossing Folder, Dimensionals

I loved designing this third one. It was one of two Father’s Day-themed cards in my June class. There was not a lot of stamping but more paper-piecing. I think it’s so cute!


SUPPLY LIST:
Stamps: All Holidays (Retired)
Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White, Pacific Point, Beyond the Garden DSP
Ink: Versamark
Tools: Heat Tool, Clear Embossing Powder
Other: White Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals


13 comments:

Shirley Pumpkin said...

Love all the cards!! They are perfect! I would become a follower but I could not find the button on your site.

Hugs
Shirley
www.lookatmycutestuff.blogspot.com

Dale Morin said...

All great cards! I agree with your comment on the first one with the monotone color scheme.

Patty Mickle said...
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Patty Mickle said...

All of your cards are great and super Cute!!! TFS!

Penny Hanuszak said...

Such beautiful cards. Love the monotone card it's my favourite and the colors are just stunning! TFS.

Stampin' Mom of Four said...

Beautiful creations! Following you via Stampin' Connection.

Micki said...

So elegant! Great color combos and style! I'm inspired to go make some for myself. TFS
(Following you now.) You can visit me at:
Avenue of Art.com

Elaine U. said...

All of your cards are beautiful!! TFS. :)
I'm following you from SC. I'm #302! http://createNstamp.blogspot.com/

Lisa Kmiec said...

Love your cards!
I'm now following you from SC #399.

Pursuit of Stampiness - Calgary, Canada said...

Dear Nancy. I love the cards you have posted. There is so much peace about them. The details are stunning and so are the color combo's.
I added myself as a follower to your blog through SU Connection. You're welcome to take a peek at mine and become a follower as well ;)
Here is my link:
http://thepursuitofstampiness.blogspot.com

God bless you Nancy!
Inky hugs, Pauline

Patty said...

Great cards...they are all wonderful!!!

I'm your newest follower from the thread on Stampin' Connection. I invite you to stop by #53 at http://rocpaperstamps.blogspot.com and follow me as well!

Have a great day!!

Chanda said...

Your cards are gorgeous!!! Following you from SC! Stop on by sometime!
Chanda
www.onecraftymommy.com
www.soNOTbetty.com

Amy Rogers said...

Love the cards especially the gorgeous monotone one at the top of this post. I will definitely be using this for inspiration!
Amy
amysstampincreations.blogspot.com