Punny/Funny Challenge at DoubleClick Skittles

 Welcome to the DoubleClick Skittles Challenge! It's week 2 of the newest challenge!

Welcome to challenge #45 at DoubleClick!!

Funny/Punny

Dates: March 30 - April 12, 2016

Today, I'm featuring the Simon Says Stamp set, "I Love Donuts", with a sentiment that is all too accurate, sometimes in life.   I'm pairing my Cranberry and Sunshine Yellow Skittles on this "sticky" card today. 

This also marks the end of my term on the Skittles Design Team.   I'm so thankful for the opportunity Carri gave me, to be on this fun team of creatives.   I've enjoyed getting to know Carri and the other girls and even many of the DoubleClick Skittles fans.  I wish you the best, Carri, as you fly solo for awhile.  Thanks for "coloring" my world! 

Now, scroll down and visit the links for the newest challenge and do some shopping while you're there.  It's folks like you, that keep small businesses operating.  Your support is so appreciated!

 

Have you checked out all the Skittle Color choices? You can view them all HERE!

A 3 pack is typically under $4.00 (75 skittles) and this includes FREE USA SHIPPING, plus, Paypal is accepted.  You're supporting small business and products made in the USA, when you purchase Skittles.  Each batch is handmade, by Carri.

Join the "Funny/Punny" challenge and be entered for a fun prize that includes free Skittles, 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:

My Minds Eye designer papers

May Arts Ribbon twine, faux burlap ribbon and ric rac

Tombow Dual brush markers

Tombow Mono Aqua Glue

American Crafts Kraft Dot embossed A2 card

Pinkfresh Studio wood enamel arrows

Ranger Glossy Accents

Ranger Stickles Fruit Punch and Lemon Yellow

Doodlebug Designs enamel dot

Corner punch rounder

Ranger Black archival ink

Hero Arts clear embossing powder

#doubleclickskittles #dewdrops #cleardroplets #coloreddroplets #supportsmallbusiness #madeintheusa #handmade #skittles #ranger #tombow #cre8time #spring #timholtz #watercolor #bristolstrathmore #card #scrapbook #cardmaking #scrapbooking #papercrafts #funny #pun #punny

#simonsaysstamps #ilovedonuts #donuts #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #twine #burlap #ricrac #ribbon

 

Pick Up Truck and Two Paper Divas

I've got a cool card today, featuring stamps from Two Paper Divas.  It's the perfect masculine or encouragement card.  Hey, I'd even dig getting a card like this!  I'm using the "Pick Up Lines" stamps that coordinate with the "Truck" stamp.  The sentiment is quirky and I like that because it turns what would conceivably be a masculine card, into a fun and quirky encouragement card, appropriate for men and women alike!  Lots of girls drive trucks too, right?  Hey, I live in the South and you will see more trucks than cars on the road. 

The papers I'm using today are from the Graphic 45 A Proper Gentleman collection and I've embellished with lots of lovely ribbons from The Ribbon Resource.

My truck was stamped with black ink and heat embossed with clear embossing powder.  I did some watercoloring and stenciling on the backdrop of my truck and on the truck itself.  

Hey, mark your calendars for Monday, April 11th.  That's when the monthly April challenge begins and you don't want to miss it.  There's always a great prize offered up and it's so much fun!  Be sure and bookmark twopaperdivas.com and look for the challenge tab listed on the main page toolbar.  The new April stamp release is coming up on April 5th and 6th and you'll want to stop by for that too.  So many fun stamps.... and sentiments! (I do love my sentiments....)

 

 http://www.twopaperdivas.com/product/pick-up-lines/

 

http://www.twopaperdivas.com/product/truck/

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

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Anything Goes Challenge (featuring Ranger)

Used Ranger Brushed Corduroy distress ink, black archival ink

#twopaperdivas #tpd  #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #cre8time #newrelease #card #scrapbook #craft #stamp #xyron #ranger  #ribbon  #tombow #tombowusa #dualbrush #emboss #stamps #cardmaking #papercrafts #truck #pickuptruck #pickuplines #guycard #encouragement #thinkingofyou #graphic45 #g45 #apropergentleman #stencil #tcwstencils #thecraftersworkshop

 

 

Day 1 Coffee Loving Cardmakers Spring Blog Hop

I'm squeaking in by the skin of my teeth to get a Day 1 post in for the Spring Coffee Lovers Blog Hop.  It's all about papercrafters who love coffee, tea and cocoa.   Count me in for all three!

So, I ran home from work and started on this springy card because I'm obviously a procrastinator and wait until the last minute.... or maybe, I'm just swamped?  Yeah, that would be it!  Anyway, this card features coffee stamps from So Suzy Stamps and lovely papers from DCWV called Garden Charm.  I've also got some DoubleClick Skittles bubble embellishments, sequins from The Ton and burlap string from May Arts Ribbon/The Ribbon Resource.  

The coffee stain stencil is from The Crafters Workshop and my inks are Tim Holtz Brushed Corduroy distress ink.  

It's "charming", don't you think? 

There's a boatload of sponsors who give lovely prizes to those who participate by linking up and I just so happen to be on the design teams of several so I'm a little partial to them, two of which are featured on this card.  Can you guess?

If you'd like to join in, follow the link below and add your creation to the Inlinkz at the bottom of the post.  Friday, May 25th is the last day of the hop.

http://coffeelovingcardmakers.com/2016/03/spring-coffee-lovers-blog-hop-2/

Now, if you stuck around long enough, you'll see that I absolutely cannot let a fabulous blog hop like this go by without doing something special, so I'm going to be giving away a little blog candy via random draw to those who comment on this post or any other posts that I link up this week.

How does a $10 Starbucks gift card sound?  Good luck!

Additional supplies:

Tombow mono Aqua glue

foam squares

Xyron adhesive runner

Lil Inker Designs oval stitched mat die

#coffeelovingcardmakers #springclh #sosuzystamps #dcwv #dcwvinc #gardencharm #coffee #coffeestamps #stamps #card #cardmaking #nationalcraftmonth #cre8time #wearecha

New Release at Two Paper Divas Stamps

Today begins the brand new March release at Two Paper Divas!  I'm so excited that I get to share this new stamp with you, "Be The Reason".  We can all use a little more happy in our world, a little more kindness, a little more love.  What an awesome statement and reminder that it only takes a little effort on our part, to make someone's day brighter. 

I was thinking..... imagine this card without the quote.  It's just a pretty card, right?  But with that lovely sentiment, it transforms into a message; a message of giving!  We all need to be willing to give more, every single day.  That's what life is about.  I'm a firm believer that each one of us serves a purpose in this life and it's up to each one of us as individuals to discover what that purpose is, then strive to fulfill that purpose. 

Ok, so I totally did not intend to preach a sermon today, haha.  But I would encourage you, especially those of us who enjoy crafting and sharing our craft, to find time to give as well as create.  Do you have a lot of cards in your stash?  Take them to school and let the teachers pick some out, bring some to church and give them to that lady that you know loves to send cards, donate to a woman's shelter or create a gift basket for a worthy fundraiser. 

I hope you'll consider adding this wonderful sentiment to your stamping collection.  It's one that I intend to use over and over and over. 

 

Visit the Two Paper Divas Blog for daily project inspiration and on Wednesdays for the Design Team Roundup.  Check out the new March 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.

Additional supplies:

Crate Paper Maggie Holmes 6x6 pad

Xyron adhesives

foam squares

May Arts Ribbon/Ribbon Resource Ivory burlap string

button

Pretty Pink Posh sequins

DoubleClick Skittles bubble embellishments

Tombow mono aqua glue

 

#twopaperdivas #tpd #bethereason #maggieholmes #cratepaper #doubleclickskittles #ppp #prettypinkposh #tombow #tombowusa #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #burlap #string #cre8time #newrelease #card #scrapbook #craft #stamp #xyron #gold #sequins

New Challenge at DoubleClick Skittles

 Welcome to the DoubleClick Skittles Challenge! It's week 1 of a brand new challenge!

Welcome to challenge #43 at DoubleClick!!

Dates: March 2 - March 15, 2016

Challenge: St. Patricks Day/Use something green

For this card, I started by hand drawing and cutting out a shamrock, then tracing it onto patterned paper.   My Skittles today are Lettuce (on the button) and Grinch Green from the Holiday Traditions 2015 collection. 

You know, those Holiday Traditions Skittles translate well to other season.  For instance, I'll be using the Grinch Green and Gift Gold for spring projects, and the Rudolph Red for my nautical and patriotic projects.  That's one of my favorite things, getting the collection mixes that include multiple colors and colors that translate well for other seasons.  I always feel like I'm getting a little more bang for my buck with collections.  Know what I mean?

 

 Have you checked out all the Skittle Color choices? You can view them all HERE!



A 3 pack is typically under $4.00 (75 skittles) and this includes FREE USA SHIPPING, plus, Paypal is accepted.  You're supporting small business and products made in the USA, when you purchase Skittles.  Each batch is handmade, by Carri.

Don't forget, the 2015 Dual Holiday Release, Frosty Kisses and Holiday Traditions are still available.

Join the "St. Pat's" challenge and be entered for a fun prize that includes free Skittles, 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:

My Minds Eye papers

foam squares

Xyron adhesives

May Arts Ribbon twine, burlap and ric rac

button

Hero Arts green ombre ink

Tim Holtz Big Chat stickers

Tombow Mono aqua glue

#doubleclickskittles #dewdrops #cleardroplets #colordroplets #skittles 

#diy #homedecor #craft #cardmaking #scrapbook #papercrafters

#cre8time #madeintheusa #supportsmallbusinesses #frostykisses 

#christmas #frosty #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #card #tombow #tombowusa #mymindseye #stpatricksday #green #heroarts #ombre #timholtz

So Suzy Stamps Surprise Leap Year Blog Hop

It's the battle of battles today at So Suzy Stamps!  And, it's Leap Year to boot, so unbeknownst to the "other" design team at So Suzy Stamps, Suzy is surprising everyone by having the design team from the Stamp of the Month Club (that's me), duke it out with the regulars for a "Leap" Blog Hop and Challenge.  The challenge is for us to create something with the stamps Suzy sent out.  Everyone is getting something different and we'll see who really "brings" it!   And guess what else?  There will be winners.  Card winners, even.  Someone will win the cards created from the entire design team.  Wow!  

Now, if you arrived from Kymona's site, you're in the right place.  Let's get this show on the road.

Suzy sent me two stamps from the Congratulations series, one of which is actually being retired:

- Congratulations on Becoming

and

- Graduate

I've inked up my card using Suzy's brand new line of inks, called Ink Bites.  The set I'm using today is called, Coastal Breeze.  These are small cubes that pack a punch!  The colors I'm using are Egyptian Sand and Mermaid Mist and I've stenciled these inks using Clarity Brushes, as well as masking my sentiment.  I also used the same inks to make splatters on my page and embellished with DoubleClick Skittles and mini sequins.  All of these linked products can found in Suzy's online store.

Since I'm showing up and showing out today, I've finished the inside of my card with more ink splatters and the sentiment stamped in Egyptian Sand, as well.  Did I mention how much I ADORE these colors?  Oh my gosh, I mean really, I do.

Now, hop on over to my pal Jen's blog for the next stop.  If you get lost along the way, head back to Suzy's Blog to the beginning, here.

#sosuzystamps #wavingmywand #coastal #clarity #inkbites #doubleclickskittles #congratulations #graduate #graduation #egyptiansand #mermaidmist #mermaid #sand #burlap #twine #mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #ribbon

Blog Hop With Ribbon Resource and Cardmaker Magazine

(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.)

Can I tell you how excited I am to be hopping with two amazing companies today?  That's right, the Prima Ribbonista's from May Arts Ribbon and the online retail store, Ribbon Resource, have joined forces with Cardmaker Magazine for a fun blog hop and of course, prizes will be involved!

I'll have all the details at the end of my post and the hop line-up as well, but first, let me share my project with you.  I promise, I'll be brief!

For the Valentine themed hop, I've made a Scalloped Heart Shaped Card which can be displayed with it's own die cut stand.  Plus, I'll be featuring some of my favorite products and ribbon from The Ribbon Resource.

The ribbons I've used today include:

 SM-10 Natural Burlap String (10")

412-31 Silver/White Baker's Twine (10")

A487-58-17 5/8" Pink Adhesive Rosettes ( 1 pc.)

FF-5-31  1.5"Sheer Silver Glitter Dot Ribbon (10")

First, I chose some pretty heart stamps from Two Paper Divas called String of Hearts, stamped onto watercolor paper, then embossed with clear embossing ink.

Next, I grabbed a few of my favorite Tombow dual brush markers and started coloring.  When I was finished coloring, I fussy cut the hearts.  I'll be using my Ribbon Resource burlap string to string up my hearts.  

I  did a little watercoloring using my watercolor brush to dilute some of the color, and then blotted with a paper towel.  When the hearts were dry, I colored in some of the polka dots with a white gel pen and added some glitter glue to the dots on a few of the smaller hearts.

Next, I created a shaped card with my Cricut Explore, using a basic shape available in the online design space.  If you are a design space user, you are welcome to my file for free.  Just log in to your account, then copy and paste this link.

https://us.cricut.com/design/#/canvas/35173013

The design includes a 5"x 5" heart shaped card (extra heavy cardstock recommended, cut with the deep blade) an overlay for cutting a heart with patterned paper, a heart to use as a backing to cover the ribbon strings inside the card, and a scored folding stand-up display piece.

Here's a side view of the stand up piece.  The top scored section and bottom scored section are  folded and adhered to the back of the card.

Now, let me tell you about my ribbons.  I've got two rows of burlap string strung up, with my hearts glued to the string.  Underneath, I've taken strips of sheer glitter ribbon and adhered to the smaller heart that is part of the svg cut file above.  Lastly, I created a pretty silver twine bow that is looped 3 times and finished off with a pink adhesive rosette.  

Here's the hop line-up.  Don't forget to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the Ribbon Resource Blog.  Two $25.00 giftcards will be given away.  Details are on the RR blog.

• CardMaker
• Amy Rysavy
• DeeDee Catron
• Carisa Zglobicki
• Gini Williams Cagle
• Jenifer Cowles
• Dawn Lusk
• Jennifer Davey
• Karen Baker
• Kim Klinkovsky
• Karen Hanson
• Latrice Murphy
• Linda Beeson
• Lori Williams
• Michele Kosciolek
• Lisa Silver
• Rebecca VanDeMark
• Tami Mayberry
• Pamela Haskin
• Terri Burson
• Jen Shears
• Tracy McLennon
• The Ribbon Resource

Additional supplies:

Xyron Adhesive Runner

Tombow Mono Aqua Glue

We R Memory Keepers cardstock (Shine collection)

Neenah Extra Heavy Cardstock

Cricut Explore

Tim Holtz Waterbrush

#mayartsribbon #ribbonresource #cardmakermagazine #cardmaker #bloghop #heart #hearts #valentine #valentinesday #diy #homedecor #twine #glitter #xyron #tombow #cricut #cricutexplore #cricuteverywhere #twopaperdivas #stringofhearts #wrmk #wermemorykeepers #shine #designspace #scallop #shapedcard #cre8time

New Challenge at DoubleClick Skittles - Flower, Tree or Plant

Welcome to the newest challenge at DoubleClick Skittles!

Challenge #30 - Use a Flower, Tree or Plant

Jan 6 - Jan 19, 2016

Since the end of year holidays have come and gone, I find myself needing lots of Thank You cards.  I decided to break in a new stamp set that was perfect for my "Flower" themed thank you's.

For this trio of cards, I'm featuring the black Skittles from the Believe in Magic Disney themed collection.  Each card is just a little bit different.

I started by watercoloring this flower stamp, adding some polka dots with a white gel pen and placing my Skittles in the center.  I tried several colors before I settled on the black.  It just totally "popped" and brought out the black in my cardstock as well.

These cards make me so happy!  I really love how they turned out and the Skittles absolutely shine as the focal point.  

Have you purchased the new end of year 2015 release yet?

Frosty Kisses 2015

Holiday Traditions 2015

You can shop below for these and other Skittles colors.   A 3 pk is typically under $4.00 (75 skittles) and this includes FREE USA SHIPPING, plus, Paypal is accepted.  You're supporting small business and products made in the USA, when you purchase Skittles.  Each batch is handmade, by Carri.  And, the new release has sparkle built in!

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

Join the "Flower, Tree or Plant" challenge and be entered for a fun prize that includes free Skittles, 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 Used:

May Arts Ribbon / Ribbon Resource Black bakers twine and Natural Burlap String

Two Paper Divas Stamps Mason Jar Accessories #1

DCWV Cardstock Quince Blossoms

Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Ink Fossilized Amber, Cracked Pistachio

Ranger black archival ink

White gel pen

American Crafts White textured cardstock

Tombow Mono Aqua Glue

Xyron Adhesive

Spellbinders Celebrations Pierced Rectangle dies

Cuttlebug

WRMK Trimmer/Scorer

enamel dots

Marvy Le Pen black ultra fine point

Recollections Matted Cardstock Sheets

Coredinations A2 White Cards

#doubleclickskittles #dewdrops #cleardroplets #colordroplets #skittles 

#diy #homedecor #craft #cardmaking #scrapbook #papercrafters

#cre8time #madeintheusa #supportsmallbusinesses #frostykisses #xyron

#christmas #tombow #frosty #mayartsribbon #ribbonersource #twine #chevron #burlap #wrmk #americancrafts #twopaperdivas #coredinations #dcwv #ranger #timholtz #distressink #distress #spellbinders #celebrations #thankyou #thanks

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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