Mojo Monday #292

Today is contest week over on the Mojo Monday blog, and Julee has come up with another wonderful sketch for us to use!  I can't believe I'm actually saying that because there is a skewed panel on  the sketch LOL!  Yes, any skewed panel phobia was beaten right out of me after having to deal with so many of them on the Mojo Monday blog and the weekly Verve Sketches on SCS.  I am happy to report, I'm glad they did as I am quite enjoying them now.  That's what I love about this wonderful hobby - always room for growth as a stamper :)  

The papers  were pulled from Michael's Sweetest Thing paper pack and I used Basic Grey as my accent colour.  Love this fabulous sentiment from Love Deepens as it is perfect for my mom :)

You can check out all the challenge details over on the Mojo Monday blog and also get a chance to view all the wonderful Mojo Makers samples!  Should you wish more details on their cards, you can also visit their individual blogs noted below.

Carole Burrage

Debbie Carriere

Julee Tilman (Owner)

Marisa Ritzen (you are here)

Mary Fish

Sarah Biglow

Teresa Kline

Stephanie Kraft

Wanda Cullen

I'm glad last week is over as it was a doozy.  In addition to my crazy, busy schedule right now, my mom ended up in Emergency not once, but twice on Wednesday!  She has atrial fibrillation which caused her heart rate to drop to 36 and her blood pressure to 77/36 -- both NOT good things!  After the first bout, she stabilized and they considered it a "one off" and discharged her.  However, at 2:00 a.m. that same evening, she went through the exact same symptoms and back to Emergency we went.

The good news is we already knew the nurses in ER from our earlier visit that evening, and they were simply amazing, as was the ER doctor.  I could not have asked for her to be in better hands!!  They shipped her off to ICU once she was stabilized and the Internist immediately booked surgery for her to get a pace maker -- which was done at 8:15 a.m. this morning.  She will spend most of today in OR Recovery and then one added day back on the ward so they can ensure all systems are firing properly.  A huge answer to prayer as the pace maker was an inevitability in her future.  Now that she has one, we don't have to deal with the fear of potential repeats of this past Wednesday.  God is good :)

Thanks for popping by today!  Make sure you come back tomorrow for Day 1 Sneak Peeks of Verve's new release this Friday, May 10th! 



What's In It?
Stamps: Love Deepens, Joyful Blooms and Dream Big (Verve) 
Paper:  The Sweetest Thing (Recollections at Michael's), Mellow Moss, Rich Razzleberry and Going Grey (Stampin' Up)
Ink: Black, VersaMark
Accessories: Scalloped Trio Trim Dies, Dreamy Leaves Dies, Joyful Blooms Dies, Rounded Rectangle Die (A Cut Above by Verve), XO Die (PTI), Corner Rounder (Marvy), Black Seam Binding (Verve Seam Binding), Double Sided Tape, Cream Half Pearls, Dimensionals

Mother's Day Card - Two Versions

I made two cards with the same layout and just switched up the colours and images on them.  The first card uses The Art of Life set by Stampin' Up.  It is a set I have always loved and haven't used in ages so it was good to give it some ink.  Just love this flower image! 

The second card uses Easy Elegance, another wonderful flower set by Stampin' Up.  This time I used my favorite pink and yellow colour combo - much like the colours of the tulips and cherry blossoms  in our neighbourhood right now.   Two quick and easy cards, and I just love that little PTI tag - so perfect for a Mother's Day card!

Back to work - still crazy busy here.  Thanks for popping by and have a great day.



First card:
What's In It?
Stamps:  Easy Elegance (Stampin' Up)
Paper:   Almost Amethyst, Mellow Moss (Stampin' Up)
Ink:   Almost Amethyst, Lovely Lilac, Mellow Moss (Stampin' Up)
Accessories: Scalloped Square Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Tiny Tags Die (PTI), Crimper, White Half Pearls, Raffia, Dimensionals 

Second Card:
What's In It?
Stamps:  The Art of Life (Stampin' Up)
Paper:  Pretty in Pink, Almost Amethyst Mellow Moss (Stampin' Up)
Ink:  Regal Rose, So Saffron, Mellow Moss, Lovely Lilac, Almost Amethyst, Black (Stampin' Up)
Accessories: Scalloped Square Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Tiny Tags Die (PTI), Crimper, White Half Pearls, Raffia, Dimensionals 

Mojo Monday #291

It's round or square week over on the Mojo Monday blog and I have great fun working with the banners on this sketch.

Of course, a round card was my default for this week, but loving the square version as well so made one of each.  I'll show you the second one later this week.

I pulled out some gorgeous In Bloom MME papers for the banners and and used this wonderful sentiment from Dream Big.  The reality of the sentiment was brought to heart when one of my best friend's sister passed away this month and we attended her memorial service this weekend.  We never know when we will see someone for the  last time and thus need to make sure we tell them we love them, or ask for forgiveness, or compliment them on something they have done etc. so you have no regrets when that option is no longer available. 

You can check out all the challenge details over on the Mojo Monday blog and also get a chance to view all the wonderful Mojo Makers samples!  Should you wish more details on their cards, you can also visit their individual blogs noted below.

Carole Burrage

Debbie Carriere

Julee Tilman (Owner)

Marisa Ritzen (you are here)

Mary Fish

Sarah Biglow

Teresa Kline

Stephanie Kraft

Wanda Cullen

My crazy schedule continues, though one big project is out of the way - phew!   Was thrilled my hubby got the coaching position for my son's soccer team and my son is beyond excited to have daddy coaching him :)

Thanks for popping by and have a fabulous week everyone!




What's In It?
Stamps: Dream Big (Verve) 
Paper:  In Bloom (My Mind's Eye), Going Grey and Cameo Coral (Stampin' Up) 
Ink: Black 
Accessories: Scalloped Circle, Circle, Scalloped Oval and Oval Nestabilities (Spellbinders), 5/8" Sheer Grey Ribbon,  Mini Rolled Rose Die (My Favorite Things), Liquid Pearls, Glue Dot, Dimensionals

Just Us Girls #186 - Inspiration Challenge

Welcome to this week's Just Us Girls challenge.  This week, our newest DT member Nancy has provided this fabulous inspiration picture to work from.

I love pink and black together! Such a wonderful colour combination that makes a great statement.

I pulled out two Stampin' Up sets I have not used for a long time, Vintage Vogue and Bliss, and went to work.

I created a Damask Background and added the flowers and ribbon for the pops of colour.

The rest of the  JUGS team has some wonderful samples to get your inspiration going, so just hop on over to the Just Us Girls blog, and check out what the Design Team has created.  Then put your creative genes to work and add your card/project to the challenge post on the JUGS blog for the chance to be selected as Chic of the Week.  
 
Have a fabulous weekend everyone!
 


What's In It? 
Stamps:  Dream Big (Verve), Vintage Vogue and Bliss (Stampin' Up) 
Paper:  Black and White 
Ink:  Black, Marvelous Magenta, Positively Pink (Stampin' Up)  
Accessories:  Crimper (Fiskars), Circlel Punch, 1" Pink Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals 

Quick and Easy Punch Art Mother's Day Card

I've been working for hubby again so time has been very short for crafting -- thus another CAS, quick and easy card.  I will get back to my "regularly scheduled programing" as soon as I can, promise.

This punch art Mother's Day card using go to colour combo of pink and green was a breeze to make.  I used one of my Martha Stewart leaf punches to create the stem and leaves and a Marvy punch for the flowers.  A quick and easy card in the midst of a very busy week.

Thanks for popping by today :)



What's In It?
Stamps:  Memory Box 
Paper: Certainly Celery, Wild Wasabi, Regal Rose, Pretty in Pink, So Saffron (Stampin' Up) 
Ink:  Black 
Accessories: Leaf and Butterfly Punches (Martha Stewart), Flower Punch (Marvy), White Half Pearls, Dimensionals

You Are An Amazing Mom

Still on a Mother's Day kick, so here is one more card.  Today's, card features a fabulous set of Verve's entitled Love Deepens.  So many great options of words you can use with this sentiment too!  I chose "mom" but there is also mum, mother-in-law, aunt, grandmother and many more.    

I thought of my own mother when making this card as she is such an amazing woman.  One I have learned so much from and continue to learn from regularly.  Her selflessness and willingness to help, as well as her sage advice and faithful prayers for our family are but a few of the things that make her the amazing woman that she is.  Love you mom!!

Wishing you all a fabulous day :) 

What's In It?
Stamps:  Love Deepens (Verve) 
Paper:  The Sweetest Thing Paper Pack  (Recollections from Michael's), Night of Navy, So Saffron, Mellow Moss (Stampin' Up) 
Ink: Black, Brilliant Blue (Stampin' Up) 
Accessories:  5/8" Saffron Satin Ribbon, Flower and 1" Circle Punch (Stampin' Up), Flower Punch (Marvy), Leaf Punch (Martha Stewart), Dimensionals

Mojo Monday #290

This week's Mojo Monday sketch is brought to us by Carole.  A great sketch which you can go CAS with it you like or have fun with.  I realized after I posted this that I didn't use two different colours on the background panel and subbed the banner die for the ribbon - my bad!   Thankfully the birthday girl is not privy to the sketch and loved the card :)

I pulled out this cute little Verve bunny and created a bunny conga line that is shakin' what their mama gave them LOL!  Just "had" to add some tails and for some reason I'm now humming the song to the Macarena!

You can check out all the challenge details over on the Mojo Monday blog and also get a chance to view all the wonderful Mojo Makers samples!  Should you wish more details on their cards, you can also visit their individual blogs noted below.

Carole Burrage

Debbie Carriere

Julee Tilman (Owner)

Marisa Ritzen (you are here)

Mary Fish

Sarah Biglow

Teresa Kline

Stephanie Kraft

Wanda Cullen

Another crazy busy weekend for me and this introvert is starting to twitch!  Out Friday night at a fundraiser for a ministry that feeds the homeless people and then Saturday to a soccer game and then a birthday party.  Plus, I'm doing overflow work for hubby's office so I'm one busy mama!  That being said, I may have fewer posts for a few weeks - we'll just have to see how my energy holds out.

Enough complaining as I have so much to be thankful for!!  Have a fabulous week :)



What's In It?
Stamps: Bunny Shake and Friendly Phrases (Verve) 
Paper: Costco DP Pack, Brocade Blue, Mint Medley (Stampin' Up) 
Ink: Black 
Accessories: Pennant Trim and Flag It Die Sets (A Cut Above by Verve), Green Half Pearls, Button, Twine, Glue Dot, Cotton Ball, Dimensionals

Just Us Girls 185 - Colour Challenge

First and foremost, I want to wish our fearless JUGS leader, Lisa, a very, very, Happy Birthday!!!   Thanks for all you do for JUGS, Lisa!  We love you lots :)

This week's Just Us Girls challenge is hosted by yours truly.  I have chosen to give one last tribute to some retiring colours - after all it is spring and these colours are perfect for spring flowers!

Kept things on the quick and easy side as life is crazy hectic right now!   Pulled out my favorite PTI flower die and paired it with Verve leaves and sentiment.  I have visions of similar colours in my garden over the next few months and that makes me happy :)  Yes, I love real flowers and stamped ones.

The rest of the  JUGS team has some wonderful samples to get your inspiration going, so just hop on over to the Just Us Girls blog, and check out what the Design Team has created.  Then put your creative genes to work and add your card/project to the challenge post on the JUGS blog for the chance to be selected as Chic of the Week.  
 
Have a fabulous weekend everyone!
 


What's In It?
Stamps:  Joyful Blooms (Verve)
 Paper:  Pretty in Pink, Regal Rose, So Saffron, Certainly Celery (Stampin' Up)
Ink:  Black, VersaMark
Accessories:  Beautiful Blooms II Flower Die (PTI), Dreamy Leaves (A Cut Above by Verve),  Butterfly Punches (Martha Stewart), Circle Punch (Stampin' Up), Swiss Dots Embossing Folder (Provocraft), White Half Pearls, Dimensionals 

Retro Sketch #59

This week's Retro Sketch was a fun one.  I decided to make a baby card with it and Verve's Shining Star and matching Starry Die set was the perfect fit.

I chose this adorable sentiment from the set and die cut and layered the stars.  The banner looked a little lonesome out there on it's own so I added some twine to give it some vertical grounding (there is an oxymoron LOL).

I really wanted to add a second sentiment in the bottom right corner, and it took a lot not to do so - these CAS cards kill me LOL!  Along that line, if I had been awake and thinking clearly, I would have embossed the white panel with PTI's Linen impression plate for a tiny bit of texture, but alas, that was not the case.  So, very CAS it is.

Thanks for poppy by today.  Hope you're having a great week.

 

What's In It?
Stamps:  Shining Star (Verve) 
Paper:  Night of Navy, So Saffron (Stampin' Up) 
Ink: Black 
Accessories: Starry Die (A Cut Above by Verve), Twine, Dimensionals

CAS Mother's Day Card

Had to switch things up a bit as I was getting tired of pink and yellow Mother's Day cards.  This card  uses Fall To Layout #235 and it is a CASE of a card I saw using it, but for the life of me I can't find out who it was!!  If you recognize your layout, please let me know so I can give you credit!

Love this Verve flower from Petals and Stems!  Such a great little flower and the polka dotted leaves have always stolen my heart.  It was my very first Verve flower set and I still love it :)

Short and sweet today as it's a busy week!   Thanks for dropping by!

 

What's In It?
Stamps:  Petals and Stems (Verve), Memory Box (Sentiment) 
Paper: Wild Wasabi, So Saffron, Kraft
Ink: Real Red, Garden Green, Black, So Saffron (Stampin' Up) 
Accessories: Scalloped Border Punch (Stampin' Up), Dimensionals