Christmas Card Challenge at Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps

It's time for the July/August Card Challenge at Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps.  This month's theme is Christmas in July!  Break out those Christmas stamps and get busy.  You've got plenty of time to link up your newly created projects.  Plus, there's prizes up for grabs!  

(FTC Disclosure: as an affiliate for various companies in the craft industry, I will receive a small commission for purchases made through my convenient affiliate links.  This does not affect your purchase price.)

For my project, I'm featuring the Tree by Olesya stamp, along with the Grinch sentiment.  You'll find product links at the end of this post.  I actually broke up my sentiment and masked some of the wording, stamping with my Misti, so it would fit better with the dimensions of my card.  I also took a brush marker and outlined the left side of each word, to make it pop a bit more.

To embellish my tree, I watercolored it using a green brush marker, then added white paint dots all over.  Once dry, I dropped on dots of clear glue and crystal glitter.  Right next to my tree, is a strip of washi tape with a button and string embellishment.  All my adhesives are from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, including the foam star on top of my tree, that was silver foiled.  

You have until August 14th to link up to the Christmas Challenge and the chance to win a $25 gift certificate to shop at the Crackerbox & Suzy stamps store online!  Be sure and follow the challenge guidelines.  No back links allowed!

Link to Challenge

Don't forget, food and drinks stamps are on sale this month.  You can shop that selection, here.  See you next time!  Terri

SUPPLIES:

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Misti Original Shop at: Scrapbookcom | Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Foam Squares Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Decoart Multi-Surface Satin paint, Cotton Ball Shop at: Amazon	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Grand Runner Shop at: Scrapbookcom
Neenah Solar White Cardstock 8.5x11 inch Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Runner Grand Refill Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Brother Crafts Scan N Cut 2 (CM350 Model) Shop at: Amazon	Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps Tree by Olesya Shop at: Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps
Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps Grinch Shop at: Crackerbox & Suzy Stamps	Simple Stories Snap Basics 6x6 inch pad Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Neenah Solar White 25 pk Card/Envelope Set A2 Shop at: Scrapbookcom	DCWV Brights 6x6 inch pad Shop at: Scrapbookcom
Kelly Creates Dream Pens Dual Tipped Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Buttons Galore 28 Lilac Lane - Deck The Halls Shaker Mix Shop at: Scrapbookcom	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Holiday Embellishment Kit Shop at: Scrapbookcom

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Pocket Style Cards with Two Paper Divas and Pumpkin Spice Lattes! *recipe

Did you know that September 22 is the first day of Autumn?  Fall is my absolute favorite time of year and with the heat that we've experienced this summer, it can't get here soon enough.  Cooler weather, changing leaves and pumpkins popping up on the neighbor's porch can only mean one thing.  Fall is here.  Of course, with the arrival of Fall, comes seasonal coffees - another added bonus to the season, if you're a coffee lover, which I undoubtedly am.

With that in mind, I've made a set of pocket style cards featuring the stamp set, Coffee on the Go, by Two Paper Divas Stamps.

These 3"x 4" cards are perfectly sized for Project Life style scrapbooking or using as a base for a larger card.  I've turned my coffee stamp into a Pumpkin Spice Latte, my favorite seasonal drink, pairing this with the Simple Stories Pumpkin Spice paper collection.  

My cup is paper pieced and I've colored the coffee with a Zig Clean Color pen in Oatmeal and topped my whipped cream with Mod Podge glitter dimensional glue and copper colored extra fine glitter that I purchased from the Stamp & Scrapbook Expo.

So delicious!

Now, as an added bonus, I'm sharing the Pinterest link to my favorite Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.  I've made this many times, even making batches of it at work, to share with my co-workers, and they all love it.  Enjoy!

Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe at Waving My Wand

Purchase Coffee on the Go, here.

Visit the Two Paper Divas Blog for daily project inspiration and on Wednesdays for the Design Team Roundup.  Check out the newest release right here:

http://www.twopaperdivas.com/product-category/whats-new/

Shop Two Paper Divas for a wide selection of clear stamps, digital stamps and accessories.

Also linking to these challenges:

Crafty Sentiment Designs Anything Goes

LTSCB #84 Anything Goes

Craft your Passion #326 Anything Goes

Sparkle & Sprinkle Use Glitter, Embossing Powder or Flocking

The Artistic Stampers Anything Goes

Crafts Galore Encore Use Stamp or Digi

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Anything Goes (must be a DT member)

613 Avenue Create #188 Anything Goes

Jo's Scrap Shack #152 Anything Goes

Really Reasonable Ribbon #147 Buttons & Bows

Word Art Wednesday #244-245 Anything Goes

Southern Trading Ridge August Anything Goes

Amusing Challenge- Anything Goes

Additional Supplies:

Elizabeth Craft Designs Scalloped Pierced dies

28 Lilac Lane embellishment kit, Autumn Afternoon

foam mounting tape

hot glue

burlap string

Xyron adhesive runner

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New Release at Two Paper Divas featuring "Howdy"

 The new stamp release for April is in full swing this week, over at Two Paper Divas.  Grab your partner and dosey doe!  I'm featuring the new "Howdy" stamp again with two images from this 6 piece set.  How fun are the frayed edges of the rope, twisted to spell Howdy?  Love it! 

I've also watercolored the background and the hat, using a no-line watercolor technique. 

I've chosen some more feminine papers, to appeal to your favorite Cowgirl, but you can switch it up for your favorite Cowboy, if you like.  Lastly, I've embellished with yummy May Arts Ribbon and some bling.

 

 

 

 Visit the Two Paper Divas Blog for daily project inspiration and on Wednesdays for the Design Team Roundup.  Check out the new April release right here:

http://www.twopaperdivas.com/product-category/whats-new/

Shop Two Paper Divas for a wide selection of clear stamps, digital stamps and accessories.

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New DoubleClick Skittles Challenge - Gratitude Mason Jar Card

 Welcome to a brand new challenge at DoubleClick Skittles!

Challenge #35 - Thanksgiving or Thank You

Nov. 11 - Nov.24

Gratitude Jars are super popular at Thanksgiving.  Everyone writes something that they're thankful for, puts it in the jar, then passes it around the table and draws out one to read.  I'm sure there are many variations on the Gratitude Jar, including this one that I'm presenting today.

A Gratitude Jar card.  I used a Sizzix Mason Jar embossing folder to create this twist.

The papers are from the Simple Stories Pumpkin Spice collection and I'm featuring the Pumpkin Skittles from the Witches Brew collection (there's only a few left if you want a set!) and the Sunshine Yellow Skittles.

I used a circle punch and placed several Skittles inside the jar, along with some fun sentiments.

I also added some more Skittles to the heart tag that's attached to twine, wrapped around the paper jar, and on the popped out die cut at the bottom. 

 

I had soooo much fun putting this together!  I think I'll surprise my mom and put this in the mail to her.  She'll love it. 

I hope you'll grab some of these fun bubble embellishments today.  Even though Halloween is over, I'm still using my Witches Brew Skittles!  These colors translate perfectly to other fall projects, as you can see by the Pumpkin Skittles that I used above.  I plan on using some of the fun purple (Witch) colors at Easter time as well.  It's such a deep purple and I love it for night sky colors too.

Witches Brew Still Available!

Carri has 3 different price options for this set, starting at $3.75 for the 3 pk set.  That includes free USA shipping and PAYPAL accepted.  But, hurry!

You can shop here for this and other Skittles:

http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html

Join the Thanksgiving challenge and be entered for a fun prize, but be sure and read the rules, as backlinking is not allowed.  Skittles are not required to play so come on... link up and come and play with us!

DoubleClick Skittles Challenge

Thanks for stopping by!

Terri

Additional Supplies:

Xyron Adhesives

Bazzill kraft cardstock

mini sequins

Ranger Stickles glitter glue

Cuttlebug emboss machine

foam squares

doily

Bo Bunny bronze glimmer spray

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Christmas has come early! So what's with the Halloween....? #ad

 (FTC disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links so, if you purchase a product using the link I may receive a small commission. I only participate in affiliate programs that feature products that I use and love. Your purchase price is not affected in any way, by using my links.)

Guess what?  Christmas has come early!!  What's that?  This is a Halloween project?  Well, yes it is, but right now you can get free shipping on your ribbon at The Ribbon Resource - May Arts Ribbon Retail Store  through Nov. 1st.  It's not often free shipping comes around on ANY order, so if there's a cool ribbon you've been wanting to try?  Now's the time to grab it. 

The Ivory Burlap String is one of my favorites and a staple in my crafting.  I use the burlap string for everything!  Well, almost everything.  The 5 yard bundle starts at just $2.95; the perfect size to try out, without investing big bucks.

"Ivory Burlap String" - $2.95

from: Ribbon Resource

Check out all the fun ribbons from iridescent, wrinkled, satin, trim, adhesive backed, glitter, burlap, velvet, crochet, lace... the list is endless!

Shop Christmas Ribbons

Want the bigger spools but don't want to invest big bucks?  Grab a friend, while shipping is free, and go in on an order together.  Split the ribbons and the cost!  Nothing like sharing the love with your crafty friends.  Remember, this offer ends 11/1.  Have fun shopping!

(I'd love to see what you create with your new ribbons.... visit me at facebook.com/wavingmywand and share your projects!)

 

Additional supplies:

Carta Bella Trick or Treat cardstock

DoubleClick Skittles Bubble Embellishments

Tombow Adhesives

Round Corner Punch

7 Gypsies mini wooden clips

 Simple Stories DIY mini kraft bags

Skull embossing folder

Cuttlebug Embossing machine

(available at scrapbook.com)

#mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #freeshipping #freeship #Halloween #Christmas #craft #diy #homedecor #cartabella #trickortreat #cuttlebug #simplestories

New DoubleClick Skittles Challenge - Use Wheels

Welcome to another edition of the DoubleClick Skittles Challenge!

Challenge #32 - Use a Wheel

Sept. 30 - Oct 13

For my project, I wanted a gift tag to go along with my goodies.  Have you ever mixed candy corn and peanuts?  Oh my heavens, is it good!  My wheel is, obviously, this cute wheelbarrow full of pumpkins.  I'm using the Caramel and Terra Cotta Skittles which are perfect colors for Fall.

Skittles come in a multitude of fabulous colors and are handmade in batches in Carri's "lab".  There are 25 of these fun, bubble embellishments per bag and you can purchase most 3 pack sets for under $4.00 or individually.  Plus shipping is FREE in the USA and PAYPAL is accepted.

You can purchase Skittles here:

http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html

Here's a close-up of my tag.  

Be sure and check in this Friday, Oct. 2nd for a big announcement from Skittles!

In the meantime, join the wheels challenge and be entered for a fun prize.  Be sure and read the rules, as backlinking is not allowed.

DoubleClick Skittles Challenge

Additional Supplies:

May Arts Ribbon

Simple Stories Pumpkin Spice Bits and Pieces Collection

Tombow Adhesives

Ranger Stickles Glitter Glue

Scrap cardstock

October Afternoon Sprinkles Witches Brew

#cre8time #doubleclickskittles #skittles #fall #autumn #pumpkin #burlap #chevron #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #simplestories #pumpkinspice #halloween #candycorn #pumpkinpatch #masonjar #tombow

Coffee Loving Papercrafters Fall Blog Hop

(FTC disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links so, if you purchase a product using the link I may receive a small commission. I only participate in affiliate programs that feature products that I use and love. Your purchase price is not affected in any way, by using my links.)

It's time for another fun coffee loving, papercrafting blog hop.  It's not limited just to fans of coffee; if cocoa or tea is your heart's desire, bring it on!  Amy Tsuruta has organized another fabulous event with lots of sponsors and prizes.

My project today features the Simple Stories Pumpkin Spice collection.  I couldn't NOT use this awesome collection, seeing as how I'm a super fan of Pumpkin Spice beverages.  I've created a little scene here, with a kitchen window, even fashioning a little ledge.  Look out the window and you see that someone has taken a break from raking leaves, to enjoy their yummy Pumpkin Spice latte!  I made a little bench where my latte would be ready and waiting.  Yum!

If you'd like to snag this fun paper collection for your own, You can grab it here:

Simple Stories - Pumpkin Spice Collection - 6 x 6 Paper Pad

Simple Stories - Pumpkin Spice Collection - Chipboard Stickers

You can link up to the Coffee Lovers Blog Hop and view all the entries here:

http://coffeelovingcardmakers.com/2015/09/2015-fall-coffee-lovers-blog-hop/

Be sure an check out the rules!

I've also used some fun ribbons from the The Ribbon Resource - May Arts Ribbon Retail Store; Burlap weave ribbon and burlap natural string.  

You can grab those here:

Ivory Burlap String

Natural Burlap String

2.5 inch Light Natural Burlap Ribbon

Also, if you make a purchase in the month of September, you're entered into a drawing for a huge ribbon rack!  

#fallclh #simplestories #pumpkinspice #pumpkinspicelatte #autumn #fall #coffeelover #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #burlap #tombowusa

(FTC disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links so, if you purchase a product using the link I may receive a small commission. I only participate in affiliate programs that feature products that I use and love. Your purchase price is not affected in any way, by using my links.)

New Skittles Challenge - Up In The Sky

 Welcome to another edition of the DoubleClick Skittles Challenge!

Challenge #31 - Up In The Sky

Sept. 16 - Sept. 29

My "Up in the Sky" elements feature the swirling Fall leaves and cloud on this totally divine

Autumn card.  Cooler weather is already here in my neck of the woods, and I'm so happy.  Fall is my favorite time of year!

I chose to create a paper pieced scene with some stitching, a ribbon fence and my Skittles.  The fence is an open weave burlap ribbon that I actually cut in half.  I've placed the Lettuce Skittles across the bottom of my hand-trimmed grassy border and topped one of my pumpkins with the Sunset Orange Skittle.

 

 Skittles come in a multitude of fabulous colors and are handmade in batches in Carri's "lab".  There are 25 of these fun, bubble embellishments per bag and you can purchase most 3 pack sets for under $4.00 or individually.  Plus shipping is FREE in the USA and PAYPAL is accepted.

You can purchase Skittles here:

http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html

The newest release, "Believe in Magic" is still available.  Perfect for all your Disney themed projects (Mickey, Pirates of the Caribbean, etc.)

*Stay tuned for a big announcement coming soon from DoubleClick Skittles.  You will love it!

Join the Skittles challenge here and be entered for a fun prize.

Be sure to read the rules for the challenge as backlinking is not allowed. 

Thanks for stopping by!

Terri

Linking to other challenges:

Simon Says Stamp Work It Wednesday Challenge August

Additional supplies:

May Arts Ribbon Open Weave burlap ribbon

May Arts Ribbon natural burlap string

Simple Stories Pumpkin Spice Collection

Ranger Stickles Glitter Glue Fruit Punch

Tombow adhesives

Scor-Pal 1/4"

Simon Says Stamp Gray cardstock

We R Memory Keepers trim/scorer

 

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Believe in Magic Skittles New Release/Challenge

 It's week two of the brand new release of the DoubleClick Skittles, 

"Believe in Magic" collection. 

Plus, we're having a challenge as well.  Be sure to link up your Disney or Mouse themed project to our challenge by 8/4/15.  You do not have to use Skittles to link up.  Look for the challenge on the right sidebar here and be sure you read the challenge rules.

So many vacationers head to Disney every summer, and I thought it would be fun to create something functional to store your tickets, receipts, pressed pennies, etc., all in one place.  You can even attach your collectible Disney pins along the sides of this fun, playful passport.  When you get home, you can scrap your saved items.

My fused passport or pocket holder, has a flap with a Velcro tab so you can slip your tickets, receipts, etc. into the back of your passport.  I decorated the outside of my flap with punched circles that were adhered with an adhesive runner.  I've used my We R Memory Keepers Fuse for so many of my Skittles projects; the two really go hand in hand.  And, the stretchy May Arts Ribbon was the perfect "lanyard" to hold up my fused passport.  Toss it around your neck and go!

Have you tried Skittles yet?  These are just as delicious as the candy, only they last longer!  These fun little bubble embellishments go perfect with all your projects.  They're great for blinging out just about everything from cards to frames to mirrors and more. 

Click on the photo below to purchase the new Believe in Magic Skittles for just $4.00.  That's a 3 pk with 25 skittles per bag plus FREE SHIPPING in the USA!  Paypal is accepted too.  Bonus!

Here's a quick glance at how I made my fused passport, starting with an 8x8 page protector I had laying around.

Before you fuse the flap, be sure you trim off the backside, to allow for an open pocket.

Next time, I'll leave just a tad more room, perhaps about 1/4 to 1/2" on the sides, as it was a tight squeeze after I embellished my memory page and slipped it back in.

I love these new Skittles so much, I'm going to have to order more from Carri before they are sold out!  They are hot, hot, hot!

Linking up to these challenges:

Simon Says Stamp Anything Goes Challenge

Supplies: Believe in Magic DoubleClick Skittles, We R Memory Keepers Fuse, page protector, Tombow Power bond adhesive runner, Tombow foam squares, May Arts Ribbon 2 mm black/white twine, May Arts Ribbon red plaid ruffle ribbon, May Arts Ribbon adhesive scalloped border, Simple Stories Say Cheese paper, hole punch, 3/4" circle punch, Ranger liquid pearls onyx

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