Sassy Girl

This is a card and 'special' envelope I made as a Thank You to my aunt. She and I have always had a close relationship and since my mom passed, I feel even closer to my aunts. They are the closest thing I have on earth to connect me to my mom. My aunt is a doll collector and has lots of girly touches throughout her home. I knew the image from Sassy Cheryl would be perfect for her. There are a few more photos than normal, so I apologize if I'm slowing you down. :o) You can always click on a photo to see it larger.

Sketch Inspiration
Midnight Madness Week Sketch #16 ~ Card

Blog a Doodle Challenge ~ Purse

Inspiration

The Crafty Pad Challenge #105 ~ Something Girly; Sassy Cheryl’s Challenge ~ What’s Love Got to Do With It This project was made with a heart full of love for someone very special to me.; Corrosive Challenge Blog #100 ~ Reduce Reuse Recycle Both pieces of ribbon/trim were leftovers from other projects. ;Copic Creations Challenge #42 ~ Something New I was thrilled to recently pick up the Mod Retro paper stack and even more so to use it!; Scrap it With a Song ~ Brown Eyed Girl This little girl looks like she's dancing away and the recipient has brown eyes.; Kaboodle Doodles Challenge #51 ~ Bling it Up I created THX with bling and added extra touches to the image as well.; EAC Challenge #126 ~ My Favorite Thing I used a few of my favorite things - DCWV paper, bling, Sassy Cheryl image and the card was sent to one of my favorite people!; Top Tip Tuesday #19 ~ Fabulous Flowers I added a bling center to my fabulous flower to up its power.; Stamping Vacation Lots of Paper Challenge: Paper with Words The paper on the purse has words on it.; 365 Cards Day 311 ~ R U in 2 Txting?; 365 Cards Day 173 ~ Don’t Forget Your Purse Create a purse envelope for your card. If I hadn't added the strap and beaded trim, I could have simply addressed the back of the purse, adhered postage and sent it on. Since my final project was a bit bulky, I sent it in a padded envelope.; 365 Cards Day 328 ~ Saturday’s Word of the Day: Happy My girl is certainly happy and I am always happy when I think of my aunt. ;365 Cards Day 331 ~ Feeling Sassy

Card Detail

Purse Detail

 

Ins and Outs ~ Sassy Girl
Stamps: Sassy Cheryl The Frills
Paper: SU Whisper White, DCWV All Dressed Up and Mod Retro
Ink: Laser Printer; Copics (C1, 5, 7, 9; E21, 31, 50, 55, 57; R20; BG10, 45, 49; G000, 12, 40, 82); Spicas (Silver, Pitch Black)
Accessories: Glossy Accents, Misc Ribbons, Gems, Felt Flower, SRM Sticker (inside verse)

Eli's Birthday Card

Here’s one of the cards I made at my hubby’s request. Our friends had a birthday party for their sweet boy, Eli, on Saturday. He recently turned one and we were so happy to help them celebrate. It was a wonderful party amid a very busy weekend of yard work.

I am not one of those people who enjoy digging in the dirt. I'd much rather be in the house crafting! I discovered my flower bed had a large earthworm population that I nearly doubled unintentionally with my shovel. I vaguely remember from High School science that if an earthworm is cut, the two ends become their own little wormy dudes. If that's correct, we'll have a VERY large earthworm city in the front yard. Other then the worms I discovered a slug and some other wiry worm creature, and LOTS of gnats. Not my idea of a good time. I couldn't get into the shower quickly enough! I've got a busy week ahead with a new software training program at work and preparing the house for guests, so my posts may be a bit sporadic. I'm sure I'll find a reason to tidy the studio long enough to make something!

Sketch Inspiration ~ CPS Sketch #162

Color Inspiration

Copic Colour Challenge #60

I had to substitute a few of the colors from my stash.

Basic Grey Challenge Week 18

Sassy Cheryl #7 ~ Sassy Cheryl image and the color blue.

Inspiration

Cupcake Craft Challenges #86 ~ Childhood Memories

Sketches by Tamera Challenge #115 ~ Recipe: Button, Brad & Blue

Hand Full of Stamps #24 ~ You’re Special to Me

My Creation

Image Detail

Inside of Card

INS AND OUTS ~ Eli's Birthday Card
Stamps: Healing Hands Boy (Sassy Cheryl Digi)
Paper: Basic Grey Lime Rickey, SU Whisper White
Ink: Copics (W3, E00, 21, 31, 49, 57, Y26, 32, B93, R00), White Gel Pen
Accessories: Buttons, Black Brads

Best Friends for Life

I ran across Sassy Cheryl images and fell in love. I feel a ‘tish’ guilty with my traditional stamps ‘staring’ at me while I act all giddy over the fab digis I keep finding. I’m not ready to make a full switch but need to find a balance between the two. My studio is crammed with supplies and now my hard drive is getting a bit cluttered as well. I think a serious spring cleaning is in order.

I don’t watercolor very often (a bit evident by the ‘oops I’m out of the line’ moments). I’ve become a bit too dependent on my colorless blender and Copics. But, I do love the look of watercoloring. Just need a bit more practice.

 Sketch Inspiration ~ Amy’s Friday Sketch Challenge

Color Inspiration ~ 365 Cards ~ Day 1 Color Scheme

Inspiration
 Sassy Cheryl Challenge #6 ~ Girl Image + Ribbon
 Cheryl has this cute image as a boy or a girl holding their bear.
Stamptacular Sunday Challenge #53 ~ Sugar & Spice & Everything Nice
Simon Says Challenge ~ Card for a Child
365 Cards Day 37 ~ Terrific Taggies: Use ribbon tags

 My Creation

Image Detail

Inside of Card

This Stampin Up rub on sentiment pairs perfectly with the image.

INS AND OUTS ~ BEST FRIENDS FOR LIFE
Stamps: Loves Healing Hand (Sassy Cheryl Digi)
Paper: DCWV (Glitter, Indian Summer, Linen Closet)
Ink: SU Watercolor Wonder, Aqua Painter, Gold Gel Pen
Accessories: SU Grosgrain Ribbon