Carson's Creations

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Joann's Sale and Another Bunny

The Daffodil Dash began at Joann fabric and craft stores today and is sceduled for the entire week. I have been waiting for the embellishments that are 70% off and I saw in the sales flyer this morning that selected Cricut cartridges are $18.99. Sounds like some great deals. If you are able to get one, please share!

Here is one of the two cards I made this weekend. I used a portion of The Sugar Bowl sketch (3 lines instead of the 4) to create this Easter card.

I used K&Company paper ~ Hopscotch Girl
Give a Hoot Cricut cartridge ~ bunny
Accent Cricut cartridge ~ Scalloped flower and center circle
oval shaped pearls

Happy Easter is stamped on the inside.

Challenges:
Paper Cutz Challenge ~ Bunny
Anything Goes Challenge ~ Pearls

Stay Creative,
Georgiana

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Birthday Grunge

The other day my daughter and I were talking while we were going to school. I asked her what other types of cards should I try making and she said, "Vintage". I thought that was a great idea until I bought this Tim Holtz paper. I decided to give grunge a try instead and what better way to experiment...I made a card for her birthday. She commented how she loved the paper, so we will find out if she really meant it.

Happy Birthday Kelsey!

I used the "Just Because" Cards cartridge to cut the cake and scalloped edge. The candle and sentiment was cut from Birthday Bash. The sketch is from Throwback Thursday, but it is not eligible since I used the Cricut to make the image. I did ink the edges with dark brown chalk and used the Swiss Dots Cuttlebug folder for the cake background. The inside of the card has a cream piece of paper that was inked too.

Tip: Don't forget to decorate the envelope too. It is like a sneak peek of what is to come. The recipient will love to guess what the card is going to be from the first moment.

Challenge:

Birthday Sundaes ~ Anything Goes

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Friday, April 8, 2011

My New Goodies from the Scrapbook Expo and Orlando Trip

Today was a wonderful day, except for the little goof I made this morning...I forgot my cell phone at home on the charger. I worried most of the day that someone would call me or I would break down and not be able to call anyone. When I got home this evening it was still on the charger with a dozen missed messages. No emergencies though. Thank goodness!

I was reminded what it was like before we had cell phones and life still went on! Now I wonder why I even worried.

I did get lots of goodies today and talked to a bunch of really nice poeple while standing in the lines. I watched a few Make-n-Takes but did not do any. They were very basic layouts which looked more like free exploration time.

Eyelet Outlet and Brads ~ $1.00 per bag ~ lots of variety. I purchased poodles, saws (for Father's Day), lightbulbs (love your idea), sparkles, winter critters, dalmations, and flowers. If you want to go to the site I have a coupon code for 20% off. It is good only for this month. The site is: http://www.eyeletoutlet.com/ and the on-line code is: April2011.

DollarScrapbooking.net ~ ALL items I picked were $1.00

ScrapYard 329 ~ green and brown fibers and a pack of metal sheets ~ $1.00 each. This vendor had such a great selection of scrapbooking supplies such as Basic Grey and Tim Holtz products.

Scrap-mart ~ Flowers embossing folder ~$3.49

After I left the Scrapbook Expo I planned on going to Michaels. I was hoping to pick up a few more deals before heading home. One of the tables actaully had a manager from one of the stores. I asked for directions and she said turn left out of the parking lot. Well, I turned left but ended up at Disney. After turning around and driving by the resort again, I realized there was another exit she must have been referring to. I finally found three more Michaels after a few tolls, trying to search with the GPS, and remembering where I had seen one in the past. It is a good thing no one was with me. They probablly would not have enjoyed the ride as much as me. : )

Michaels ~ Tim Holtz paper was on clearance for $4.99, plastic containers also on clearance for $1.99, the variety pack, brown gems, and bird images 99 cents. I used my 40% off coupons for the bottom two pieces (red florals and cupcake stickers).

Ross~ Martha Stewart edge punch ~ $3.99

Now I need to get busy! Lots of projects must be made.

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

It's Expo Time and a Newly Found Site

I am super excited this morning and can not sleep any longer. I am heading to the Scrapbook Expo for the first time. I sure hope it is a great experience and I learn some new techniques and find some awesome products. While I was reveiwng the Expo link last night I found a site that was worth exploring, so I wanted to share.

Scrapbuck: http://www.scrapbuck.com/index.php?&ht=y

I did place an order for $20.00 since shipping was free and there was no tax. I found stamps, ink pads, florals, brads, and adhesives.I will let you know how quick the delivery service is once I receive my package.

There was another link that was interesting, but I haven't tried ordering from them yet. It is on the vendor list, so I thought it might be worth mentioning.

Dollar Scrapbooking: http://qbaroo.com/dollarscrapbooking/

If you have any other links that you like, please share! I am sure we are all looking for a good deal.

I will be sure to take as many pictures as I can take.

Until later,

Georgiana

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Here is Hippity Hop

I am super excited that tomorrow is Thursday. That means it is one day closer to the Scrapbook Expo in Orlando. It will be my first one and I am hoping to see and learn lots.

This evening I worked on a couple cards for Easter. After the religious ones I made the other day, I decided it was time to make an Easter Bunny again. I found this cut on the "Just Because" Cards cartridge. I like his leg propped with a foam dot.

The pink card that is above was a personal request for a baby's first Easter. The infant is only four days old and what a cutie she is.

This second card was just for fun. I saw the Tuesday Morning Sketch and wanted to give it a try. I think it is pretty close except for the pearls I added in the corners.

Other challenges:

Paper Cutz ~ Easter

Paper Romance ~ Bling (sparkles on pink ribbon which I am still wearing and pearls)

Anything Goes Challenge Blog ~ Pearls

Cricut Cardz Challenge ~ Easter

Jen's Craft Corner ~ Bunny

Creative Sisters ~ Bunnies

Hope to see you this weekend if you go to the Expo!

Georgiana

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Religious Easter Cards

Easter is in three weeks, so I am still making cards for those that ask for them. I enjoy making "cutesy" cards with bunnies, chicks, and baskets, so this request was a challenge for me. Our school secretary asked for three religious Easter cards for church. I knew I had some crosses that would be perfect, so I said sure. I hope they will suit her needs.

I used gold or silver metallic paper and embossed each sheet with a different Cuttlebug folder. Then I created a focal point with the crosses.

I used the Pink Journey cartridge for the scalloped ovals. The gold crosses are stickers by Recollections.

This cross is a silver charm that was in a 10 pack at Michaels with the bridal embellishments.

I found the religious Easter quotes on http://www.quotegarden.com/easter.html. This quote is also printed on the inside of the top card.

The quote on the inside of this card reads: Easter is the demonstration of God that life is essentially spiritual and timeless. ~ Charles M. Crowe

The Scrapbook Expo (in Orlando) is this upcoming weekend. I am going just one day since my daughter's birthday is Saturday. I hope to see some of my crafty friends there. If you are planning on going, please let me know. I would love to meet you there!

Take Care,

Georgiana

Friday, April 1, 2011

Nuts About You

Good Evening,

It has been another busy week, but the weekend is finally here! First, I would like to say "Thank you" for the cards that you have sent for my sister. I have made a couple trips to her house after school and I delivered the cards I have received. She truly enjoyed opening and admired all the special creations. Each card made her smile which is what I was hoping. Thank you!

This week I received the three cartridges I won on eBay...April Showers, Spring Holiday Cards, and "Just Because" Cards. This is the first card I made using two of them.

The squirrel and stencil was cut from Just Because. I created the flowers (from April Showers) by layering 3 cuts and slightly bending the petals inwards.

I added a piece of brown ribbon around the squirrel's neck to make her look sophisticated. She is holding a flower that is topped with a pink button and cream craft thread. I used foam dots to adhere her to add dimension.

The paper is Classic K by K&Company.