Thursday, October 28, 2010

Happy Halloween Blocks

Well, things have finally settled down today. Alexandra is feeling better, FINALLY!!!! She got the most terrible viral infection which ended us up in the ER because we couldn't control her fever which was anywhere between 101 and 104.3. Poor kid. It's been a nightmare since Sunday night but things are finally looking up.

I got one of my E.A.D. Designs projects finished!!!!



This was such a fun and simple project! I had my husband pick up some wood at Home Depot (a cedar post) and they actually cut all the blocks for free for him! (The blocks are about 3 1/4 " square cubes) I painted them black (only one coat) and by the way since they are cedar they smell sooo good! I let them dry and then applied the E.A.D. Designs Happy Halloween Block Rub-Ons (orange) to my blocks. Voila! Easy-peasy and now we have a wonderful and cool Halloween decoration that we can use for many years to come! I'm going to set mine up on our front porch.

I'm working on one more fun Halloween project featuring E.A.D. Designs Rub-Ons and will be posting that in another day or so!


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Monday, October 25, 2010

E.A.D. Designs Monday Hop!

Welcome to the E.A.D. Designs weekly Monday Blog Hop! You should have arrived at my blog from the fabulous Amy Tsuruta's blog, if not, please start the hop at the E.A.D. Designs Blog!



I'm still playing with my Tria markers (E.A.D. Designs is giving 5 sets away!!!!) and the new London Town Stickerz! Extra products used: Bazzill cs, Scenic Route dp, Versacolor ink and Tria Markers.

Here's a peek at one of the Tria Marker sets that are currently being given away to one of 5 lucky E.A.D. fans!! Make sure you check out the E.A.D. Designs blog here to find out how you can win!



My 2nd youngest Alexandra got hit with a terrible flu and high fever last night so I didn't get to finish my other project I wanted to share with you today but I'm going to give you a peek and be sure to check back with my blog in a day or two to see my finished project!


I'm the last stop on the hop today! I want to give a BIG SHOUT OUT to our incredible Guest Designer Julie Tucker-Woleck!!!!! She is such a talented artist and crafter! Thanks Julie! It was so much fun having you with us this month!

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Friday, October 22, 2010

Leif



Here's a card I created using Paper Makeup Stamps new Leif Monster! This little monster is so stinkin' cute and so much fun for a fall card! I used this week's sketch #86 at Card Patterns for my card. Products used: Bazzill and Neenah cs, Copic Markers and airbrush system, Atyou Spica pens, Memento ink, Distress inks, Graphic 45 dp, CM leaf punch, Nestabilities and Twine.

Here's a look at the sketch:



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Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Up, Up And Away and an Exciting Giveaway!!!!

E.A.D. Designs has an incredible giveaway up for grabs!!! RUN to the E.A.D. Designs Blog and check out today's "She's Crafty" video by Jenn for all of the details!

Here's a little tease:



E.A.D. Designs is giving away 12 piece sets of Tria Markers and the new London Town Stickerz to 5 lucky winners!!! THAT'S FIVE (5) GIVEAWAYS!!!!!!

If you haven't heard about Tria Markers, check out the Tria site for more info! These markers are incredible!!! An alcohol based marker with THREE (3) colouring nibs and available in 300 colours!



 
The  E.A.D. Geeks have such a wonderful boss (thanks Em!!) and were lucky enough to get to test out these markers!

Products used on my card: Tria Markers (C847 and R934), SU, Bazzill and Neenah cs, E.A.D. Designs Fly Away With Me Stickerz, Versacolor ink, u/k buttons and CM Trimmer.

Make sure you check out the E.A.D. Designs Blog, watch the "She's Crafty" video featuring Tria Markers and be sure to check out the other E.A.D. Geeks to see some more Tria samples!

Have a great day!



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Monday, October 18, 2010

E.A.D. Designs Monday Hop!

Welcome to the E.A.D. Designs weekly Monday Blog Hop! You should have arrived at my blog from amazing Amy T's blog, if not, please begin the hop at the E.A.D. Designs Blog!

I have two cards to share with you today using some of the new release E.A.D. Designs Halloween Stickerz!


My first card uses the Halloween Hauntings Stickerz set. Extra products used: Bazzill and Neenah cs, Pink Paislee dp, SU/Sizzix embossing folder, Distress inks and MS Goo punch.


My next card uses the Wicked Spirits Stickerz set. Extra products used: BG dp, Bazzill cs, Distress inks, lace trim and u/k charm. Inspiration for my card came from this week's Flourishes Timeless Tuesday (FTTC88)challenge to use ink and edge distressing.

I'm the last stop on today's hop! I hope you enjoyed our E.A.D. Designs Monday hop!

Now, you can hop on to another wonderful surprise! E.A.D. Designs has now opened an E.A.D. Designs Cafe Press Store!!!! Here's a peek of one of the items on my wish list (hint, hint if anyone is starting their Christmas shopping early):


E.A.D. Designs Vinyl Geeks:





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Thursday, October 14, 2010

Harvest Blessings

It's that time again for the E.A.D. Designs Monthly Color Challenge! I am so in love with this month's color theme and Stickerz set! Just wait and see! You'll love them too!

Here's the October color challenge:




Here are the new Fall Harvest Stickerz:




And here's my layout:


Products used: Fancy Pants and SU dp, SU cs, E.A.D. Designs Fall Harvest Stickerz, twine and Distress inks.

I hope you can play along with this month's color challenge! Every participant receives a 25% off Gift Certificate just for playing and one random winner will receive a $20.00 Gift Certificate!!! Visit the E.A.D. Designs Blog for more details!

Be sure to check out the other E.A.D. Designs Vinyl Geeks for more inspiration for this month's color challenge!

Amy C.
Amy T.
Jenn
Joanna
GDT: Julie Tucker-Woleck

I also used this weeks Sketch #17 at Scrappin' Silhouettes for my layout. Here's a look at the sketch:





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Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Fall

E.A.D. Designs is this month's sponsor over at Inspired Blueprints! Here's my take on Sketch #57!



Products used: Fancy Pants dp, Bazzill and SU cs, E.A.D. Designs Fall vinyl rub-ons in terracotta, Distress inks, machine stitching and and SU border punch.

This is such a wonderful sketch to incorporate many photos in to your layout. Here's a look at the sketch:





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Monday, October 11, 2010

E.A.D. Designs Go To Gal Hop with Kim Hughes (2nd post today, please scroll down for my PMS Review Day post)


It's the E.A.D. Designs Go To Gal hop with Kim Hughes today! What that means is that we take one of two cards from Paper Crafts Go To Gal Kim Hughes and use them as our inspiration!

You should have arrived at my blog from the awesome Amy T's blog, if not, please start the hop at the E.A.D. Designs Blog!

I actually have two cards to share with you today because I just adored BOTH inspiration pieces!



My first card is pretty much a case of Kim's card. Products used: E.A.D. Designs My First Thanksgiving Stickerz, SU cs, Sizzix embossing folder, u/k button, DMC floss, twine and Versacolor inks.




My 2nd card uses E.A.D. Designs Owl Friends Stickerz set. Extra products used: Bazzill and SU cs, Fancy Pants button, DMC floss, machine stitching, SU border punch, Scenic Route dp, Fancy Pants and CTMH felt and Versacolor inks.

Here's a look at Kim Hughes cards:







Your next stop on the hop is the amazing Joanna!!!!

Also, E.A.D. Designs is giving away a fabulous prize package today to one lucky commentor, the October Monthly Steal (Holiday Stickerz Set)!!! All you have to do is complete the hop and leave a comment on the E.A.D. Designs Blog in order to win!
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Flubu - Paper Makeup Stamps Review Days

Welcome to Day #3 of the Paper Makeup Stamps October Release Review!



Today I get to share the adorable Flubu Monster! This image is so adorable and perfect for those feeling "icky". The sentiment that goes along with it is absolutely perfect! I have been sick for the last 3 weeks so I can totally relate to this little monster!

I thought I'd make the card fun and happy to cheer up it's future recipient! Products used: BG Lime Rickey dp, Bazzill, SU and Neenah cs, Memento Ink, Copic Markers, Nestabilities, BG button, DMC floss, Green Earth and SU ribbon.

Don't forget to check out the PMS Blog for reviews of the entire October PMS release from the incredible DT!



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Thursday, October 7, 2010

Paper Makeup Stamps October Release Blog Hop



Welcome to the Paper Makeup Stamps October Release Blog Hop!!! You should have arrived at my blog from Ceal's blog, if not, please begin the hop at the Paper Makeup Stamps Blog so you don't miss any of the incredible creations featuring the new October release!



My card for today uses the sweet cupcakes from the new So Sweet set along with the Treat Yourself sentiment which is FREE with your new release purchases from PMS this month! Products used on my card: SU Confetti cs, SU Expresso cs, My Minds Eye dp, Copic Markers, Copic Spica pens, CM wavy trimmer, Fabric Land Ribbon, DMC floss, u/k button, Memento and Distress inks and SU punch. Inspiration for my card came from this week's Mojo Monday Sketch #159. Here's a look at the sketch:


Your next stop on the hop is Anita!!!  My magic letter for you to collect for today's hop is:

"M"

Collect all the letters throughout the hop to special out a code which will get you 15% off your entire new release purchase.

Make sure you stop in the PMS Forum tonight for the October Release Party starting at 9:00 p.m. EST for some chatting, fun and maybe prizes! See you there!

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Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Paper Makeup Stamps Sneak Peeks Day #5



Welcome to the Paper Makeup Stamps Sneak Peeks Day #5!!!



Today I'm peeking the new Jenny Fairy and the "Just Weighing In" sentiment from new Diet Sentiment set.  I just love this adorable fairy and sentiment set!

Products used on my card:  My Little Yellow Bicycle dp, Bazzill and Neenah cs, Distress inks, BG rub-ons, Copic Markers, Machine Stitching, Kaiser Pearls, EK Success notebook border punch, Glossy Accents and Doodlebug Glitter.

Don't forget to check out the PMS Blog for all of today's peeks from the some of the other awesome PMS DT'rs and other peeks from day's 1-4 for October Release!!!

The October release will be available for purchase at Paper Makeup Stamps on October 7th and don't forget to join us in the forum for the PMS Release Party on October 7th at 9:00 p.m. EST for some fun chit chat and prizes!

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Monday, October 4, 2010

E.A.D. Designs Thankful / Family Monday Hop!

Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a great weekend! If you've arrived at my blog from Amy T's blog then you are in the right spot, if not, please begin the hop at the E.A.D. Designs Blog so you don't miss anything!

It's the beginning of a new month so today's E.A.D. Designs Hop's theme is Family / Thankful. Also, I want to give a BIG welcome to our October Guest Designer Julie Tucker-Woleck!  WELCOME JULIE!!! We are so happy to have you with us this month!



My first project for today's hop is a card which uses the Fall E.A.D. Designs Rub-Ons in Terracotta. Products used:  SU and Bazzill cs, Distress ink,  Fabric Land ribbon and CM corner rounder.



My next project is a layout which uses E.A.D. Designs My First Thanksgiving Stickerz. Products used: New SU Autumn dp, punch, Staple, SU and Bazzill cs and Distress ink. This is a layout of our sweet little Isabella's First Thanksgiving (which she slept through) when she was only 2 months old!

Your next stop on the hop is Joanna! Have a great day!



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Friday, October 1, 2010

E.A.D. Monthly Steal

It's time for the E.A.D. Designs Monthly Steal!!!



Here's a perfect package just in time to get ready for those holiday projects! You can pick up your E.A.D. Designs October monthly steal here!


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