Monday, June 24, 2013

Birthday Card for Male Using CTMH Tommy Paper and Cricut Artiste Cartridge

DT Project For Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #68 - Step Card


Hello to all my fellow crafters!  I hope everyone is doing well and finding time to craft.  I have been feeling under the weather with migraines; so it has been tough finding time that I actually feel like crafting.  I really want to create more, not less; but apparently the timing isn't right.  The weather is already hot here in Southern CA, in the 90's.  I hate to see what it is in July and August.
 
I am very excited about Challenge #68 at Tammy's Scrapin Corner this week.   This is my favorite card to create.  I just think there are so many options with a step card.  It is very easy to make once you start creating them.  I love the side step card the best - at least today.  LOL!!  I have the right to change my mind, don't I?  You know how we have a favorite scrapbooking item today and it changes again tomorrow when we find something else we love more. Our sponsors this week are Bugaboo and SK Digis. 
 
 
Our Guest Designer this week is Helen Nile.  Be sure to check out her blog as well as the other DT who work every week to provide you with inspiration for your crafting.  We would love to have you join us for another wonderful challenge.  If you haven't tried creating a step card, just try it.  You will be so glad you did.  Click on Side Step Card for a tutorial or Center Step Card if you prefer this one.
See my Tutorials Page for more free tutorials. 
 
For my Side Step Card; I use a 6 x 12 page.  I use 1 inch for the first mountain fold (2 inches from one side or the other), then a valley fold at 2 inch for the second one (2 inches from same side as the first one).  Another mountain fold at 6 inches next to the 2 inches on the side.  I do another 2 inch mountain fold at 7 inches.  I use Norma's tutorial; but with measurements just a little different than the one's she shows on this tutorial.  I printed off the sketch and refer to it each time I make a Side Step Card.  I hope this helps to encourage you to try your hand at creating one of these beauties.  They are so much fun.
 
 
I used Bugaboo Edward Springtime for my image on this card.  I wanted one for a male; but I also wanted it a little quirky, not serious.  I love this CTMH Tommy Paper packet for male creations.  There are several wonderful designs in this paper pack; so be sure to check it out.  I love these Pinwheels made from the Cricut Artiste.  They actually work by using a brad in them.  Just don't place any glue or 3D foam tape in the way of the prongs; so they will move freely.  The buttons are a pretty shiny green with a flourish design on them; but they are not clear on these pictures. 
 











Supplies used to create this card:

Die Cuts - Cricut Artiste Cartridge
Paper - CTMH Tommy
Cardstock - CTMH Honey
Image - Bugaboo Edward Springtime
CTMH Markers
Honey, Topiary and Cotton Candy Light
Copic Markers
E02, E25, C2

Ink behind image - CTMH Sky
Ink for inside sentiment - CTMH Cranberry
Brads - CTMH Cranberry (While Supplies Last)
Buttons - La Mode
Sentiment inside top - CTMH Hooray Bouquet (D1491)
Sentiment on front and two inside (middle and bottom) - Free from Hannelie at Desert Diva




I am entering this card in the following challenges:

Make It Monday - Anything Goes
Crazy Amigo Challenge - Men's Cards
Craft-room Challenge - Here Comes The Summer
Crafty Sentiments - Fun In The Sun
Deep Ocean Challenge - Welcome Summer
Die Cuttin' Divas - Refreshing Summer
Loves Rubberstamps - Summer Theme
Through The Craftroom Door - Anything Goes
Crafting For All Seasons - One For The Guys
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - For The Men In Our Lives
Fab N Funky - Animals
Inky Impressions - Anything Goes
Paper Pretties Wednesday Challenge - Summer Fun
Pollycraft Challenges - Anything Goes
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes
Art Impressions Stamps Challenge - Masculine Cards
Aud Sentiments - Summer
Cute Card Thursday - In The Summertime
DRS Designs - The Great Outdoors
My Heart Pieces Digital Stamps Challenge - Use a Digi Stamp
Brown Sugar - Summer
Crafty Catz - Anything Goes or Add Some Embossing (I did Anything Goes)
Creative Corner - Summertime
Digi Haven - Flowers
Fairy Tale - Happy Birthday
Inspire Me Friday's - Anything Goes
Jellypark Challenge - Masculine
Pattie's Creations - Summertime Fun
QKR Stampede - Summer Fun
Sister Act Card Challenge - Anything Goes
Stampin For The Weekend - Anything Goes
Stampin With The Dragon - Anything Goes
2 Sisters - Summer Fun
A Gem Of A Challenge - Male Birthday With Sentiment
Color Me Creative Challenge - Colors Of Summer
Craft Lovin Challenge Blog - Anything Goes
Di's Digis Designs - Show Us Summer Fun
Little Claire's - Male Theme
Catch The Bug - Photo for Inspiration (Edward having a picnic and celebrating.)
My Sheri Crafts - Birthday
The Hobby House - Anything Goes
Totally Gorjuss - Happy Birthday
613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes or Create A Fat Page Card
Catered Crop - Die Cuts/Punches
Eureka Stamps - Summertime Fun
Heart 2 Heart - Use Colors That Make You Happy
House of Gilli - Bright Colors/Anything Goes
Pause, Dream, Enjoy - Anything Goes
Whoopsi Daisy - 3D Creations



Be sure to check out all the specials going on this month and don't for "While Supplies Last" which can change daily.  CTMH adds new items regularly.  Click link.  It can be found under Shop on my CTMH website at http://purpleglocreations.ctmh.com.

Stamp of the month - Only $5 with a $50 purchase.  See Specials Tab above for click on link.

Patriotic Stamp sets - June and July only.  Found under Specials Tab above or click link.

Oklahoma Relief for tornado victims - See Specials tab or click link.

My Monthly Specials - Found under Specials Tab or click link. 

Check the tabs at top of page for FREE Tutorials, FREE Videos and more.  



I really appreciate you stopping by my blog.  I love all your wonderful compliments and encouraging words.  Everyone of you are so precious to me.  I cherish your friendship in blog land.  You are the reason I keep blogging.  Please contact me if you have any questions, comments or requests.  I look forward to hearing from you.  My email address is purpleglocreations@socal.rr.com.

 Have a blessed and happy week! 


Remember - Keep On Creating!!

It's Good For Your Health!!



  


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Monday, June 17, 2013

Birthday Card Using CTMH Avonlea Paper Pack With Cricut Artiste and Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridges

DT Project For Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #67 - Anything With Wings

Hi to everyone.  I hope you are having a fabulous day!  The weather has been nice in Southern CA; but starting to get hot again.  I have been trying to get back into my normal routine after vacation; but everyone knows how hard that is to do.  I am waiting anxiously for my daughter to close on her house; which is scheduled for Monday.  I wish I could be there to help her move.  She is going to have her hands full with 4 kids, 3 dogs and 1 cat.  Their furniture and all their belongings are in a storage unit right now because the closing was delayed 2 weeks ago when they sold their current home.  I am so excited for her and her family.
 
It is time for another fabulous challenge at Tammy's Scrapin Corner #67 - Anything With Wings.  Be sure to check out the other creations and join the fun by entering our challenge.  If you would like to have a chance at the Guest Designer spot for a week; just add GDT behind your name when you enter.  Our sponsors this week are Eureka Stamps and Kenny K.  They have incredible Digi Stamps; so be sure to check out their stores.
 
I chose Kenny K Devilish Donna Precolored for my image this week.  I love this image and had to use it when I saw it.  I had a challenge with creating my card this week due to creator's block; which hasn't happened to me for a while.  You can get Devilish Donna with and without color.  I love having that option because you can use either one that suits your mood.  I decided to use all Digi sentiments inside and outside my card this time; and the best part is they were FREE from Hannelie at Desert Diva.  Check out her blog for more wonderful free Digi sentiments.
 

 
 
Inside view of card
 
 
Inside View Top part of card



Inside View - Bottom part of card
 
 
 
 
Supplies I used to create this card:
 
Die Cuts - Cricut Artiste and Cricut Art Philosophy
Die Cut Frame - Spellbinder's Nestabilities Fleur de Lis Rectangles
 
Punch for butterflies
Martha Stewart Butterfly Center Punch
EK Butterfly 3 Way Punch
Butterfly using Cricut Artiste also
Inside little butterfly - Martha Stewart 3 butterflies punch
 
Paper -  CTMH Avonlea
Cardstock - CTMH White Daisy and CTMH Twilight
Glitter Cardstock - CTMH Black & Grey Glitter Paper
Image - Kenny K Devilish Donna Precolored
Sentiments inside and outside -  Free from Hannelie at Desert Diva
Ink for edges - CTMH Twilight
Glitter Gel - CTMH Stardust
Buttons - CTMH Glitter buttons
Ribbon - Celebrate It
Butterfly Bling - Want 2 Scrap
Bling above ribbon - Recollections


 
I am entering this card in the following challenges:  
 
 
 
Be sure to check out all the specials going on this month and don't for "While Supplies Last" which can change daily.  CTMH adds new items regularly.  Click link.  It can be found under Shop on my CTMH website at http://purpleglocreations.ctmh.com.
 
Stamp of the month - Only $5 with a $50 purchase.  See Specials Tab above for click on link.
 
Patriotic Stamp sets - June and July only.  Found under Specials Tab above or click link.
 
Oklahoma Relief for tornado victims - See Specials tab or click link.
 
My Monthly Specials - Found under Specials Tab or click link. 
 
Check the tabs at top of page for FREE Tutorials, FREE Videos and more.
 
 
 
Thanks for stopping by my blog.  I am so grateful for everyone who takes the time to leave a comment.  Your encouraging words mean so much to me.  I hope you enjoyed the card I created this week and that you will try using Digi Stamps as well as regular stamps on your next creation.  I love using both of them together.  It just adds so much to your creations.
 
Have a wonderful week!! 

Remember - Keep On Creating!!

It's Good For Your Health!!

 
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Monday, June 10, 2013

Father's Day Card Using Cricut Art Philosophy, Cricut Artiste and Cricut Mickey and Friends

DT Project For Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #66 - Anything Goes Manly Card/Father's Day
 
Hi to all my friends/fellow bloggers.  I missed a couple weeks of posting due to vacation.  We went to see my family in MO and spent some time at Branson as well.  We actually saw "The Texas Tenors" live in Branson.  They were originally on America's Got Talent and they are incredible singers.  We had our pictures taken with them and got their autographs.  We tried to see them two years ago; but they were on tour.  This time they were only there one night; so we took advantage of it.  We only had to move 4 times due to my allergy to perfumes/cologne/smells.  LOL!!  We were lucky it wasn't sold out.  Everyone loves to wear their perfumes/colognes when they go out; so I don't usually go anywhere like that.  My husband wanted to see them; so I decided to brave it and go with him.  It gets old telling him I can't go. 
 
While we were there; we helped my daughter move her household goods into storage.  Her closing on her new house was delayed until sometime in June; so they had to move in with her 89 yr. old grandmother.  Can you imagine?  4 kids, 3 dogs and a cat moved in with this sweet little lady.  She seems to be enjoying herself despite the chaos to her normal life. 
 
It is nice to be back.  I missed my blogging/crafting and all of your wonderful comments.  I am back in time to make my husband a Father's Day Card.  It is so hard to go that long without crafting. 
 
It is time for another fabulous week at Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #66 - Masculine/Father's Day.  Our sponsor this week is SK Digis.  Check out their blog for wonderful Digi Stamps.  If you would like to be a Guest Designer; please add GDT behind your name when you enter.  We would love to have you join our team for a week. 
 
I chose to use QKR Stampede All Tied Up.  I had seen this image previously and decided it would be cute for my husband a card.  I received a newsletter from PaperCrafts Magazine with free Digi stamps; so I used two of those as well.  Click above for the link.  I also used the Cricut Art Philosophy, Cricut Artiste and the Cricut Mickey and Friends for several die cuts. 
 

 

 
 
 
Supplies used for this card:
 
Die Cuts
Cricut Artiste - Happy Father's Day Sentiment inside, Ties and inside sentiment shape -
Cricut Mickey and Friends - Anchors 
Cricut Art Philosophy - Circle and scallop circle
 
Stripe paper - Cloud 9 Design
Green card stock - CTMH Sweet Leaf
Blue card stock - CTMH Lilac Mist (Retired color)
Red card stock - CTMH Ruby
 
CTMH Markers
Green Leaf
Ruby
Used Lilac Mist ink pad for coloring the tie because I didn't have a marker set for that one.  It is a retired color.
 
Copic Marker
Bear - E25
 
Digi Sentiment inside and outside - PaperCrafts Magazine
Bling - K & Company
 
 

I am entering this card in the following challenges: 
 
 
 
 
Specials for the month of June
 
I am offering a choice of either Cricut Artiste Collection  or Cricut Art Philosophy Collection for only $94.95; which includes taxes, free shipping and the June Stamp of the month (SOTM) from me. 
 
Send me an email if you want to purchase either of these collections to purpleglocreations@socal.rr.com so I can pay the taxes and shipping and for the FREE SOTM.  You cannot order this special online.  I will send you an email to pay through PayPal.  You do not have to be a member of PayPal.  All you do is click on the link I provide in my email to make your payment with a credit card.  Very easy. 

Cricut Artiste Collection

Cricut Art Philosophy Collection
 
 
  
 
 June Stamp Of The Month
Click above for better picture of SOTM.

SOTM only $5 with a purchase of $50 or you can purchase for $17.95 with no other purchase required. 
 

 
 

 
Relief for Oklahoma
Close To My Heart is making a new Autumn/Winter 2013 stamp set, A True Thank You, available immediately and will donate 100% of the profits from sales of the set from May 23 through June 30 to the American Red Cross to aid the Oklahoma victims. Help us provide relief to those affected by the devastating Oklahoma tornado by purchasing A True Thank You stamp set for $2.95 (M1029) today!
 
Only $2.95 for each stamp set. (Available June only)
 

 
It's A Banner Day!!
 
It’s going to be a “banner” day! When you place a $25 order that includes a stamp set, you’ll receive a My Creations® mini banner for free! The mini banner includes 10 chipboard pennants in 4 different shapes with 9 jump rings for hanging. Use the mini banner as a decoration for your parties and get-togethers this summer. Make it a “banner” day in June!  Decorate the mini banner to create any color/style that you have in mind.  The picture is just an example of one of the ways you can create it to be what you want it to be.
 
 
 
Support The Military By Purchasing These Patriotic Stamp Sets
 
Show your support of troops and country with new patriotic stamp sets — available only from June 1 to July 31, 2013! As a show of our support, Close To My Heart will donate $3 from each B-size My Acrylix® Courage stamp set and $5 from each D-size My Acrylix® Home of the Brave stamp set to the USO, the leading, most recognized military-support and services organization in the United States, or $3 from each B-size My Acrylix® Courage stamp set.  Show your support today—stamp style!  $5 will be donated for the for Strong and Free Canadian stamp set as well.  If purchased in US - donations go to US and if purchased in Canada, donations go to Canada.
 
 
 
Home of the Brave ($5 donated to USO)
 
 
Strong And Free Canadian Stamp Set ($5 donated to USO)


 
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog.  I really love to have you visit and appreciate all your wonderful comments.  I have a lot of specials this month; so be sure to check them out.  You might want to support the Oklahoma Tornado victims or the Military.  Or you might like the June Stamp of the month and the free banner. 
 
Be sure to check my free videos and tutorials on the tabs at the top of the page.  I try to add more as often as I can.  I just added some this week. 
 
Thanks again.  Have a fabulous week!!  
 
Remember - Keep On Creating!!
It's Good For Your Health!!
 
 
 
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