Going Victorian...

Here is a wall hanging that I am working on. I now need to find a frame so please ignore the tack I used in the middle to hang it for a picture.
I used my MS punch for the outline. I made my bows and flowers and some lace. I added some bling. Debating on putting a banner with a sentiment on it. Slow on the crafts this weekend as we are doing alot of family stuff. It has been wonderful had family down from Canada and met some more relatives on my hubby's side. Entered into challenge:
Victorian http://abc-challenge.blogspot.com/ also at http://sugarsweetpapertreats.blogspot.com/ punches http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

Distressed http://craftsandmechallenges.blogspot.com/ distressed http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/ anything round-http://pixieduststudiopixiechallenge.blogspot.com/

Just thinking.......a postcard!

Here is a sweet image from *Beary Dust* from One Stitch at a Time's digi-stamp store. You can find that on my left sidebar. This one is called "Thinking".

For the challenge over at One Stitch at a Time we had to use something new.

Well this post card is brand new. I picked up some extras while buying some to send to friends. So~ I thought why not use it as a scene. I added some flip flops also and popped her out with 3d. I am so excited about this postcard.

So please join in this week over at OSAAAT and use something new that you bought.

Challenge Life's a beach http://stamptacularsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

Summer challenge: http://stampingwithdragon.blogspot.com/

I am adding alot of projects in one post....

Here is a tissue holder....I made this for my sister in law "Kandy."

I even found tissue to match. How great is Michael's?

These are some graducation cards (school colors) for two friends of the family.

Here I made a little gift card birthday packet.
First try at coloring sweet pea image. I will keep working at that one.
They are just fabulous images.




Clean and simple challenge....Just an image and tag. http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/





I decided to make a card for my hubby from the boys. This is my Rocker from Polly craft. I recently purchased a few of their images and really adore them too.
I did some heart stitches, too.
Entered into challenge: http://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/
One for the boys http://dareu2digistamp.blogspot.com/

Dad http://ilovedigichallenge.blogspot.com/2010/05/challenge-8-for-my-dad.html


Well that is all for now...
Hope everyone has a wonderful Thursday!

Thank you, Claire for choosing me as a winner of the CRAFT blog hop. Hugs..
smiles...Tammy

Check out my new shoe and pretty candle

I have some wonderful new projects that I made.

Here is a candle that I used the stamping technique on. I just love this Belle's & Whistle stamp.

I decided I did not want to burn it and wanted to put it in something pretty.

So that is where my shoe came in.

I found this lovely template over at http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/ made by Terri. I made the flower by piecing it together and using lace as trim. I finished the inside of the shoe and outside with yarn and decorative tape. I added one new little bling (the crystal chandlier) hanging down.
I am entering this into Belle's and Whistles first challenge. Pieced the flower together (hopefully that works as handmade). Also for anything but a card challenge over at http://theresmagicintheair.blogspot.com/2010/05/magical-monday-anything-but-card.html

anything but a card over at http://handstampedsentiments.blogspot.com/2010/05/anything-but-card-challenge-17.html Vintage http://scrappekammeret.blogspot.com/2010/05/utfordring-8-kammerpikenes-tema.html

Its a girl thing http://crazychallenge.blogspot.com/

3d http://www.charismacardz.blogspot.com/

vintage http://abc-challenge.blogspot.com/

blue,hunter,coral http://ppc-challenges.blogspot.com/

anything goes http://sewmanychallenges.com/

Shoe challenge http://frosteddesigns.blogspot.com/2010/05/shoe-challenge.html

I am so glad that I found this tutorial 2 days ago. Terri came up with this back in January...she is one mighty talented lady. I was surprised to never have seen these since I started. They make such wonderful gifts too. My next pair will have the heels as I have an idea for those other then what she mentioned. I have been on the search for something else on here and yet to find it. So I think I will have to make up my own. Hmmmmmmmmmm...should be interesting. So happy crafting can't wait to see what others come up with today I have seen two and they are just lovely.




Also showcasing it at the Boardwalk Bragfest...found here. Also please check out http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2010/05/sunday-showcase-party-wcraft-girls.html. I have linked my project up and they have a wonderful giveaway for those that love sewing like me.

Black/White/Grey....something different for me.

I have stepped out of the usual box....and I like it!
Look at the lovely Susan's (Crafty Chaos Papers) over at Stitchy Stamps. I used her black and white set...Sorry the bottom photo is a little out of whack. I used 3d foam to risew up the layers and then added a sentiment computer generated. Two images from GF.

Entered it into challenges:

Black and Grey and one other color which I chose White. http://cupcakecraftchallenges.blogspot.com/

Then I did two images over at Anyone for Anya?

also Black and White and one other color. Which is grey. http://magicalcraftsfortnightlychallenge.blogspot.com/

Bumblebrella....new challenge site~take a lookhttp://stitchybearstamps.com/shop/

Here is a card that I am entering into a new Challenge site...First sketch for http://peartreedesigns.blogspot.com/. I used Bumblebrella from Stitchy Bear stamps

Artist is Stitchy. It was such a fun image to ink up. I used yellow chalk on the outline to blend with the card more and inked the edges of it as well. Went floral on this one and used the brella part to block off the dew drops that are above falling. Smiles...Tammy

OSAAT Challenge (Furry Friends)

Here is my *Furry Friends* Birdies are peeking throughout the tree... This is for One Stitch at a Time Challenge starting today. Please stop over and join in.
I used Hope Jacare image (Birds in a tree) which can be purchased over at Stitchy Bear Stamps. Link is on my left sidebar to the store. My sister in law sent me some lovely circles she crocheted. I used one on this card. I inked it with yellow to match the card. Used my chalk to do the green. My sentiment is a sticker this time. I have a flying butterfly with stickles.

Something new for me....

Here is a little something that I made. I wanted to try something new. So I had this old candle and wanted to try the stamping image thing on it. I can't believe it worked. Now I will be able to perfect it on the next one. Really didn't know what I was doing as I did not watch any youtube video just seen a photo with a brief description of what to do. It worked but could be better. I added stickles glitter on the wings. I made the little gift card to go with it. I colored the image 3 times with my MS pencils and decoupaged it.
I am feeling much better....thanks for the kind words.
I appreciate everyone of my followers....can't believe I am almost at 100....that makes me *smile*. I love finding new blogs and visiting my regular blogs. You can not believe what inspiration I get from seeing all your lovely creations. So please keep it coming. I will try to do the same on my side.
I am off to do some coloring as the boys are going to watch Iron man.
Have a wonderful rest of the weekend. Hope to see you soon...your blog or mine.
smiles...Tammy
Entered into challenge: http://stampinfortheweekend.blogspot.com/
http://www.charismacardz.blogspot.com/ 3D
color combo over at http://jffstamps.typepad.com/jffstamps/

Different kind of Christmas colors...

I am so loving my newest cricut cartridge....Forever young. I also used two other cartridges on these two cards.... The bookmarker fits great with the card and is an extra little goodie for the person receiving the card. I actually was unsure of the colors but then when I finished I was pleasantly surprised.Entered into challenge anything christmas over at

http://dcdchristmasclub.blogspot.com/

anything goes http://sewmanychallenges.com/

patterend paper http://www.practicalscrappers.com/2010/05/this-weeks-challenge-is-patterned-paper.html

It's the weekend....Yipee!

I am so happy today is Friday.....I have been a little down these past few days and really didn't know why....then came the headaches....then came the full blown cold. That answers it! Didn't do a lot of smiling especially watching my shows Private Practice and Greys Anatomy season finales....Bucket of tears...Boy you can tell I am sick...I cried like a baby. LOL~now. haha.

So...on a happier note...My son has a football game tonight at the High school...It is a red and gold game which is a school colors game. Should be a blast...Next week we have a Varsity spring game over at another school....We will see how we do as we have a new coach this year and new athletic director. I like them both so far so hopefully it won't be too bad. We usually have a great team but they just built a new High school so alot of kids are moving as well as the teachers. No worries here as I will have two boys in high school this year. WOW...hard to say that one. To think my oldest will be a senior. Do you think I can undo his skipping a grade to make him stay longer. Haha....
My 2nd oldest starts basketball games for the summer next week. I am so happy that he has found a sport that he loves and is doing so well in it. Next year my 3rd one will be playing football and my youngest is begging us to put him on a team this year....I have to think about that one...He is only 7 and it is a huge committment and alot of $...$150 just to join and then you have all the fundraisers, practice, volunteer time...I don't know if I can do it all with 4 kids in year. The following year would be much better as my oldest will be off at college and the other one will be driving.



Okay....here is my card that I made and it turned out so nice in browns...I used one of my new polly craft images (Sydney butterfly girl).
Cuttlebug, sewing,inking,sentiment,die cut,digi stamp,markers,flowers,bling,ribbon,my minds eye card, doily,cardstock
that about covers the materials.

Entered into challenge: http://pollycraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

I love the sentiment....trust in the Lord! He is always faithful and good.
smiles...Tammy

Fairy nice....

Here is an adorable image(Butterfly Love) from Stitchy over at http://stitchybearstamps.com/shop/.

I colored her with my markers, stickles~ platinum for the wings. Inked the edges and 3d the image. I added some flying butterlies as well and stickles (fruit) on the butterflies. "Thank you" was the sentiment I chose for the gifts that you receive. I used my cricut to cut the card.I am entering this in challenge: It's their birthday blogaversary... So why not pop over and join in the fun too!

C.R.A.F.T.

My first Pollycraft image...

Here is Felicity about Town...My newest image from Pollycraft. I just purchased 3 of them last night and excited to start using them in my crafts.Entering in challenge Summer Bloom over at http://pollycraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Bright and cheerful http://ooh-la-la-creationschallenges.blogspot.com/

Flowers http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.com/

handmade flower...white one is crocheted by my sister in law which I made into a flower with a button and bling. http://quixoticpaperie.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/ color combo

http://craftycardmakers.blogspot.com/ inside done.

Wedding composition....

I was kindly asked to make a wedding composition for someone...she wants to give it as a gift. I used these sweet wedding Magnolia image. My Cricut/Gypsy helped with the words and embellishments.
I love the glittered background paper as it made it look very bling like. I sure hope they like it.
smiles...Tammy

Challenge: Wedding http://totallypapercrafts.blogspot.com/

Just for the girls ....we know the girl will use this not the guy. hahaha... http://justmagnolia.blogspot.com/

OSAAT challenge showcasing Glitterbabe image

It is that time again over at One Stitch at a Time....anything but a card. Showcasing Glitterbabe's images. I decided that I would showcase Glitterbabe's carriage image. I spritzed it with glitter spray for shine. My gel pens have glitter in them as well. Added my Tilda and Edwin prom images.

I made my son's boutenniere and his dates corsage and wanted to have a place to store it for him. This works perfectly. Hope you enjoyed seeing something different.

I hope you enter in this weeks current challenge over at One Stitch at a Time.

Entered into challenges:

Oldie but a goodie challenge 1/11/2011

PLEASE CHECK OUT VICKY'S SITE FOR HER EBAY LISTINGS...http://peterjdan.blogspot.com/

I never knew this.

Here is my card that I stitched and put together. I found this wonderful image on the net and cut it 3 times and layered it. Had to laugh with the saying being so perfect. I went by a sketch on Allsorts Challenge blog. So entering it in their contest. Also over at sophisticat.
For blue,brown and cream colors also over at http://www.charismacardz.blogspot.com. food also over at Stampin B's design

A bumblebee...

Here is my bright and cheery pick me up card.

I love daisies...favorite flower

*Mom told me there would be days like this* is the quote.

Image is from Amy over at Paper Romance. Wee BeeDid some stitching....inking...bling...flowers
Entered into challenge:
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/ and over at Alota Rubber stamps for flowers.

This one is fun...Nursery Rhyme theme..One Little Flower,
One Little Bee
One little flower, one little bee.
One little blue bird, high in the tree.
One little brown bear smiling at me.
One is the number I like,
you see. .

Entered in http://cceestampers.blogspot.com/2010/05/inspiration.html

Entered it in pop it out and cut http://ynschallenges.blogspot.com/2010/05/challenge-16-cut-it-out-and-pop-it-up.html

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU THAT RUN CHALLENGES AND DO WONDERFUL THINGS FOR OTHERS. YOU ARE WHAT MAKE IT A FUN CRAFTING ADVENTURE.

SMILES...ALWAYS...TAMMY

It takes two...

Lots to do challenge :Friendship
Also I am not used to making scenes but wanted to have a go at it. So out of my comfort zone challenge over at http://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/
http://inkyimpressionschallenges.blogspot.com/ Summer....I so need an image as they are just soooooooo cute...hoping to win. Pink and green over athttp://totallygorjuss.blogspot.com/
For someone special..http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/.

I needed to be a little productive this evening so I decided to use my Tilda images and place them in a scene. My scene is from Tweety Jill Beach packet. I used both Tilda's and the Magnolia (beach style) wall. I used my MS button maker and used plenty of stickles for shine.

Sentiment is from Hero Arts. Inked edges used my cuddlebug on the page corners.

I really think this one looks very Florida like....Our weather is just this beautiful.

smiles...Tammy

Oh golly great mail today....My girlie girl card.

I made this card today and totally fell in love with it! It is so me being all girlie~girl even with all the men in my life. LOL

I used my Forever young cartridge a Mom's day present to me.

So this is my very first cut. I used 3d foam to rise the center. I used my prima flower and stickled it. Added some ribbon and stickles glitter to the frame. Oh and I inked the edges of the the card to give it a soft feel. Please let me know what you think. Entered in challenges:

http://alotarubberstamps.blogspot.com/2010/05/flowers-challenge-34.html

http://craftyangelsonline.blogspot.com/2010/05/week-34-one-for-girls.html

http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.com/2010/05/shiny-sparkly-special.html

http://mytimetocraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2010/05/challenge-91-toooo-cute.html

http://daisydoodlescreativechallenges.blogspot.com/

My lovely mail today....Love the girls over at Everyday Cricut.

They always inspire me to do more with my cricut.

I fell in love with this card when it was showcased and they sent it to me.

How wonderful please click on my sidebar link as it is always there.

Thanks so much Melanie and Joy!

Math team layout....Boys hunt layout

My son Austen, brought me two pictures home yesterday from his math team competion. Unfortunately his team did not place but he had fun anyways. The top photo is of the 6,7,8th grade team from his school. 3 from each grade. I used alot of sweet stuff that was sent to me awhile back from a Guess photo contest from Amy at Somethings Unique.

She is a wonderful inspirational women and with a gentle and giving heart. (Stamps, red milk label, and hangman sheet).
I also used Deena Rutter's papers again from My minds eye on both of these layouts.

I was just showcasing my boys on their camping trip in December 2009. I did not want to put to much on it. So kept it simple. smiles...Tammy

Jingle Bells....in May.

Here is a card I made for a Jingle bells challenge at my favorite Christmas blog... Please join in on the fun. You will have lots of Christmas cards and gifts made in time this year if you start early. Smiles.... Here is the blog I entered this into...http://dcdchristmasclub.blogspot.com/
I used twine to wrap the image and stickles red and green on the bells....Flower soft christmas colors for the birds wing. Made a sentiment and inked it as well. Hope you like.
Have a blessed day!
smiles....always...Tammy

Loving the victorian...blog candy

Here is my newest wall hanging I made.

I love Victorian and vintage.

I used alot of inking to antique the doily and flowers too. All the off white flowers are handmade by me. I used bling and pearls. My images were from a cd. I used my cricut for the bodice.(forever young). Background paper is from Deena Rutter's designs for My minds eye... Challenge entries:

as you like it- http://cutedaisymay.blogspot.com/

http://craftycardmakers.blogspot.com/ distress

I am into vintage-victorian and shabby chic as they are so much alike

entered into shabby chic over at http://diecutdreams.blogspot.com/

Please do not forget to tell your friends about my giveaway...it is posted on the top bar. Everyone is welcome to join in. So do not forget to click on it and leave me a comment.

My son's upcoming Prom is Saturday...layout

Prom layout finished 5/11/10....added 3d foam to white cardstock and inked blue and added picture.

Here is a layout that I am thinking of making into a wall hanging.

I just finished this one...so the glue is not even dry yet or the stickles.

My son's 1st prom is this Saturday. He is a junior this year.

I can't wait to see him in his tux and his date in her dress. They chose to pull the blue shade out of her dress...so his vest and tie is that color...just in case you were wondering why I chose that as my accent color. Oh picture of the couple to come after this weekend.

It is a celebration of sorts...

I entered it in challenges:

By the Cute and Girly.

Also over at Picture Perfect Creations. Also over at~

http://fantabulouscricut.blogspot.com/ Where I used paper piecing and my gypsy...which is my favorite toy. I used glitter for my letters not flowers.

and at http://spcolorcombos.blogspot.com/

Polka Dots....One Stitch at a Time Challenge this week.

One Stitch at a Time is having a fun challenge this week #12....it is to use Polka Dots somewhere in your project.
I used Beary Dust's *ANGIE* which you can purchase in the OSAAT's shop. Click here....
Please pop over to the other Design Gals to see what they have come up with and why not join in on this challenge this week.
Prize this week over there is 2 digi's from the shop and
7 pro-markers....

Happy Mom's day!

Entered this card in challenge....Flowers http://totallystampalicious.blogspot.com/ anything goes http://dareu2digistamp.blogspot.com/

I have some goodies to give....

Welp....my birthday is coming (June)and I usually skip over it because shortly after is my 3rd son's birthday, Jaxten (June 17). But.....I am feeling pretty festive about it...let's just say I am 39 and holding for a couple years. LOL

So I have put together some *Candy* for one lucky follower.
I do of course have a couple rules....nothing major though.
1. Please post my candy giveaway on your sidebar....The more the merrier.
2. Please become a follower*(if you are not already)....I try all sorts of things and hopefully you will enjoy seeing them.
3. Post a comment on this message to say you have done both 1 And 2 and you will be in the drawing.

I included all the unclaimed candy as well... Winner will be chosen on June 6th. Thanks for stopping by.

Have a beautiful day! smiles...always...Tammy
The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord, and knowledge of the Holy One is undertanding.
-- Proverbs 9:10