Up, Up, and Away with Miss Kates Cuttables' New Challenge

Hello Miss Kate Cuttables Fans,

The new challenge at Miss Kate Cuttables starts tonight, and remember there is a free file every day! Hopefully you will be able to join us during the next two weeks with your own creation.

This Month's Challenge...

~ Red, White, and Blue ~

Here is my Design Team project...

First, I created the cloud background using the MFT cloud stencil and Stormy Sky distress ink. Then I cut the Miss Kate Cuttables Patriotic hot air balloon file with my Cameo. Finally, the Jaded Blossom stamped sentiment from the Up, Up, and Away set was added.

Other Challenges:
Cut It Up ~ Patriotic 
Jo's Scrap Shack ~ Anything Goes
Seize the Birthday ~ Red, White, and You

Hope you will join us at Miss Kate Cuttables for the "Red, White, and Blue" challenge. The other design team members were quite patriotic this month! Be sure to check out ALL the variety! 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Up, Up and Into the Sky...Challenge at DoubleClick Skittles

 Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back to Carson's Creations and thanks for stopping by on this wonderful Wednesday! First I want to say THANK YOU  for ALL the amazing birthday wishes yesterday. Although one of my students called my ancient last week (she asked me if I was 62 years old), I don't think I look or feel that old (at least on most days). After teasing her everyday since then,  she finally figured out yesterday that I am not quite that ancient! ; )

Now...It's time for a DoubleClick Skittles Challenge. 

This Week's Challenge...

In the Sky

Here is my Design Team project...

Since I love hot air balloons...what a perfect theme! I used the hot air balloon file from Miss Kate Cuttables and the sunburst background is from Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons. I cut thanks on my Cameo too.

I used raspberry skittles. What a fabulous color!

Now, I hope you will  join us this week for the "In the Sky" challenge at DoubleClick Skittles. Be sure to check out the other Design Team members.

Thanks for stopping by!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Enjoy! End of School Year! Almost Summer!

Hello Everyone!

Welcome back and thanks for stopping by! Today is my day to share at 3 Girl JAM. Thanks again for joining us for the Colors of Summer hop this past weekend. We appreciate all your kind words and hope you enjoyed the projects showcasing the 5 new bundles. What was your favorite color combination?

Here is my Design Team project...

A vintage hot air balloon by Miss Kate Cuttables. A perfect way to start the beginning of summer vacation...soaring high above and enjoying the view.

 

I used the new Blueberry crinkle ribbon from the Summer Harvest bundle and Stream Skittles by Carri.

The stamped sentiment is from a Scrappy Mom stamp set...More Mini Messages.

Other Materials:

striped paper

teal, brown, grey, and cream card stock

raspberry button

cream craft thread

Martha Stewart ~ Dusk Blue ink

Special Announcement

Colors of Summer Blog Hop Winner!

The randomly selected winner is...

centralNYscrapper 

Congrats Brenda. Please send me an email with your mailing address, so I can get your package to you.

SPECIAL NOTE:  When you place an order in May, you can add the Pink and White bundle for just $1! Use coupon code May to get this great deal at 3 Girl JAM!

We hope you will join our 3 Girl JAM Monthly Challenge. The theme is "Anything Goes with Ribbon". What are you waiting for! Start crafting and sharing!

Anything Goes with Ribbon

May 2nd - May 29th

Prize ~ $15 gift certificate to 3 Girl JAM shop

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Celebrate Freedom Daily Post at Craftin' Desert Divas

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back and thanks for stopping by!  Today is my day to share a perfect patriotic stamp from Craftin' Desert Diva's new stamp line.

Have you seen all the stamps from the release...be sure to check them out!

Here is my Design Team project...

Just the thought of flying high above the landscape and looking down reminds me to be thankful for the freedom we have and to celebrate each new day.

Red tulle, star buttons, and a hot air balloon in red, white, and blue screams freedom.

The patriotic balloon is a svg file from Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons.

Here is a set you just have to own! 

It is perfect for Memorial Day, Independence Day, soldiers returning home, glitter-time, for your love  (remember those days of seeing fireworks?!?), or even and ex- if you want to celebrate your freedom that way. The possibilities are endless!

If you haven't purchased your set yet...click here!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Craftin' Desert Diva's April Release Blog Hop

Welcome to our second Craftin Desert Diva's stamp release blog hop!!!

 We are excited to share with you Tara's new April release stamps. There are four new stamps that were released yesterday in the Craftin Desert Divas Shop.

 Here are the latest stamp sets:

Sugar & Spice -  You can purchase HERE

Snips & Snails - You can purchase HERE

Simply Said - You can purchase HERE

Perfect Pair - You can purchase HERE

Too Cute by Jessica has designed this adorable We Go Together 2 pattern.

This set is made to match the CDD Perfect Pair stamps.

You can purchase this pattern HERE.

Tara is giving away one stamp set each day

& 

Too Cute by Jessica is giving away $25 gift card to her store.

And if you purchase stamps by April 30th you will 

receive this pattern....

FREE!!!! 

Just send an email to craftindesertdivas.com to claim your free pattern.

Now if you came here from Michelle P then you are in the right spot. It not, you will want to start at the beginning with Tara. A complete blog line-up is located for you below my post in case you get lost along the way.

And now for my project...
I made a thank you card since you can never have too many...in fact I am going to need quite a few since the end of the school is approaching quickly.

I used this sketch for my layout.

I selected the hot air balloon because they lift you up...just like when someone does something nice for you. It typically lifts up your spirits. Yes...another play on words/images. 

This Simply Said stamp coordinates with the sketch perfectly and I was oh so lucky to have that country heart button in my stash.

Other Materials:

My Mind's Eye paper ~ Wild Asparagus pad

Elegant Edges Cricut cartridge ~ oblong frame (p. 23) cut at 3 3/4"

black pearls

black ink

Next up on the Line-up is the amazing Emily.

Winners will be picked from a different blog each day, so the more you comment the more chances you have to win.

Craftin Desert Diva's Shop

CDD Gallery - We'd love you to share your projects using the CDD stamps.

Blogs on the hop:

Tara - www.craftindesertdivas.com
Kathy - http://3spoileddogs.blogspot.com/

Michelle P - http://mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com/

Georgiana - http://carsonscricutcreations.blogspot.com/

Emily- http://molliemugsblog.blogspot.com/

Karen- http://craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com/
Jessi - http://www.mylifeinartsncrafts.co/
Robin-  http://cutonedesignsbyrobin.blogspot.com/
Migdalia - http://craftingwithcreativem.blogspot.com/
Jessica - http://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com/
Jessica from TCBJ - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-Cute-by-Jessica/196421370434846

Be sure to stop by again tomorrow for the new Craftin' Desert Diva Linky Party.

Stay Creative,
Georgiana 

I Love Hot Air Balloons

Hello Crafty Friends,

Thanks for stopping by. Went shopping this morning as planned, but didn't get too much (a new Cricut cartridge, some beads, and stick pins). I actually do not need anything and should use what I have, but I did see new paper and embellishments on display. Chalk Studio by MME looks fabulous!

 

This hot air balloon was a freebie at Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons. Lisa sure has wonderful files and they are SUPER easy to use.

 

Although I have never been in a hot air balloon before, I love the idea of peacefully floating through the clouds looking down at the land. Not quite sure if I would enjoy the ride since I don't care for heights when I am not strapped into a seat. Just the thought seems lovely!

Inside of card coordinates with outside.

Pink swirling gems, white faux stitching, inking around the edges, and a loving sentiment finish off the front of the shape card. 

Other Materials:

pink, brown, and white cardstock

pink swirling gems

K. Andrews stamp

pink ink

white gel pen

Creative Cards Cricut cartridge ~ base cut at 4 1/2"

 

Challenges:

PPPR Monthly Challenge ~ Love Theme

My Time to Craft ~ All About the Love

Simply Create Too ~ Valentine's Day/Hearts

Crafty Playtime ~ Balloons

 

Hope you find some crafting time!

My goal...finish a few projects on my table. I completed one this afternoon and have about three more I'd like to get done tonight.

 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana