Happy Monday everyone! I am so excited to finally be able to share some MFTeasers. I am in love with these new sets. (I know I always say that but they really are adorable!) My Favorite Things will have another huge release this month. But for today I am only going to share two of the new sets. The first card was made with the new mini of the month called "Call Me". I paper pieced the whole image with some beautiful SEI "Jolee Chocolat" patterned paper. I also combined it with PTI card stock. 
The second card features the set called "Bunny Slippers". Its a feel better set that is supah cute. I also paper pieced the main image with some SEI "Oasis" patterned paper. Accessories are PTI ribbon and SU brads. Anywho that is all for today. I have to make it a quick post today.
Until later...
Happy Stamping!
My Favorite Things is having a New Release Cocktail Party on Wednesday, July 2 from 9-11 p.m. Eastern time. July marks MFT's 2nd birthday, and Kim's 40th, so we'll be celebrating all over the place!
*$2.00 US shipping for orders under $40, and for Intl orders and US orders over $40, they'll receive the same $2.75 discount until July 15th.
*FIRST 50 orders will receive a full sized stickles glitter glue!
*The Girl Who Wants It All special for the July Collection is $49.95. T
Head over to the MFT forum to find out all the details and to find out how YOU can be the next MFT Guest Designer. We hope to see you there on Wednesday night.
Monday, June 30, 2008
MFTeaser and some Paper Piecing!!
Friday, June 27, 2008
Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge #22
Yay! It's Friday my favorite day of the week. To make this day even sweeter I have another sample using Taylor's cupcake challenge. I really love all her sketches because they make me think outside of the box. This card was made with some super yummy cupcakes from Unity Stamp Company. This is one of the sets that was released on Wednesday. I colored the cupcakes in with my Copics and added CE again along with Dazzling Diamond glitter. The awning was created using a Fiskers punch. I bought it at Mike's at 50% off! Whoot :) The paper is from SEI "Jolee Chocolat" collection. That paper is so elegant and beautiful! Other accessories used are nestie die-cuts, PTI ribbon, SU brad, and 3d glue dots. So if you want to play along in this week's Cupcake Challenge here are all the details you need to know.
1.You're not required to use cupcakes for the challenge, but if you got 'em why not use 'em!? :)
2.You're welcome to create something other than a card, just stick as closely to the sketch as possible and you'll be eligible for the prize drawing!
3.If you're uploading to Splitcoast use keyword TECC22 (for Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge 21 or link your creation on this post.
4.Each week, I plan to have a Featured Cupcake Sampler! The cutest and most creative sample from the previous week will receive the featured cupcake sampler honors. The winner will receive the sketch ahead of time in order to create a card that will be featured along with a link to your blog on Cupcake Friday!
5.Featured Cupcake Sampler this week is Sharon Harnist from Paperfections!
Don't forget to check out the beautiful creations from the other cupcake challenge samplers:
Stephanie Hargis: Steph's Stampin' Stuff
Happy Stamping!
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Candy Shoppe Thursday
How about another Unity Stamps Company card?!! Did anyone attend the release party last night? It was loads of fun and moving at a head spinning rate too. I had trouble keeping up but had a great time. I showcased this card in the release. It was made with the new "Delectable Delights" set. Isn't it yummy? I wanted to create the swirly flavored lollipops you see at the candy shoppe so I combined different colors with my Copics. To give it an even more realistic look I added some crystal effects. (One of my favorite products!) Again I used Papertrey card stock. I can't stop using those colors. They are so perfect for summer. The patterned paper is from DCWV "Glitter Pack". The ribbon is PTI and the brads are SU. Well that is all for today. Make sure to stop by the Unity website to view all the new sets! The prices are AMAZING just like the stamps.
Until next time...
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Unity Stamp Company Release Day!
It's Wednesday and the day of the Unity releases!! I am so excited to show you my sneak peeks. I will be showcasing two sets called "Tiny Trinity" and "Delectable Delights". The first card was made with the "Delectable Delights" set. This set has some super yummy images to play with. I picked the Popsicle for this card. I colored it in with my Copics and added some crystal effects along with some clear beads to it. It looks so real in person! The patterned paper is some Imaginisce "A Shore Thing" which matches this image perfectly. The color combo has become my favorite for this summer. There is something very refreshing about pink and green together. Both are from Papertrey Ink. The sentiment was stamped and then cut out using my Stampin Up window punch. To complete the card I added some PTI ribbon and SU brads. 
The second card was made with the "Tiny Trinity" set. This set features some whimsical trees with awesome sentiments. This tree is my favorite of the bunch. I colored it in with my Copics and also added some crystal effects to a few of the leaves. The sketch is from this week's SCS challenge. The paper is again from SEI's "Oasis" collection. (I told you I love that stuff!) The card base is a 4.25 square. To complete this card I added some SU eyelets with my Crop-a-dile and tied some PTI Moss ribbon to them. This card was so quick and easy to make. I really like how it turned out :) Anywho that is all I have for today on my blog but I do have a few more cards that I will reveal at the Unity Party. Remember that it will be held at the SCS Member forum from 8-10 central. You won't want to miss seeing all 11 new sets and all the giveaways!
Also don't forget to check out all the other Unity DT blogs for more yummy eye candy. The names and links are located on my sidebar.
Until then...
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Unity Stamp Company Sneak Preview
Are you ready for a tiny Unity Stamps Company sneaky peeky? Well, that is exactly what I have for you today. I know the peek is mean but I can tell you that I am having a blast with these new stamps. Like I mentioned yesterday Angela is releasing 11 new sets tomorrow. We are having a party in the SCS Member forum so make sure to come by.
Until tomorrow :)
TCP Tuesday
It's Tuesday which means another TCP challenge! Today's Hipster Hostess with the Mostess is Leigh. Leigh has an awesome color challenge for us today. I really love these colors together so coming up with this card was easy peasy. I picked Poochie from the set "It's A Mod, Mod World". I combined it with some perfect patterned paper from DCWV "Pet Stack." I decided I wanted to use a few of the sentiments that were on the paper so I cut two out and matted them with card stock. I placed one on 3d glue dots and added a dew drop trail on the other. The ribbon is from Stampin Up. Also used are my circular and scalloped nesties. Poochie is embossed with black powder. So if you want to participate in the challenge here is everything you need to know.
1. Each a week one of the The Cat’s Pajamas DT members will host a challenge.
2. The challenges will vary {stamp, color, theme, sketch, etc.}
3. You will have until {this} Saturday night to complete the challenge.
4. Link your project on this week’s hostess’ challenge announcement. This week you will link your project HERE.
5. TCP stamps are not required, but of course, highly encouraged. {Unless it is a challenge calling for a specific stamp}
6. There will be one winner each month. They will be deemed that month’s Swankiest Stamper and get $25 in Cat’s Cash {money to spend on the TCP site!}.
7. When uploading to SCS, please use the keyword TCPTUES13 for this challenge.
8. Alma will post the entries from the week the following Monday on her blog.
9. The newly crowned Swanky Stamper will be announced on the First of the Month and have his/her winning entry posted on The Cat’s Pajamas website where he/she will reign for the entire month.
Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Monday, June 23, 2008
Unity Stamps Company Monday
Happy Monday everyone! So today I get to share some fun and exciting news about Unity Stamps Co. Angela, owner and stamping genius, has come up with 11 new amazing sets!!! They will be released on Wednesday June 25. We will also have a release party that day from 8-10pm. Whoot Whoot! But if you really need some sneak peaks right now and a chance to win some of the sets visit Lauren, Patter, and Jimmi's blog. All design team members will start sneak peaks tomorrow. So, in honor of the celebration I have made a Unity card featuring the adorable "Bitty Boutique" set which also happens to be part of the Unity Random Special #4. Click on the link to view all the details. Its a great DEAL!! I paper pieced the dress and added a pearl for elegance. The brads are from SU silver hodgepodge set. I added pearls to the brads centers too. The sentiment is from "A Small Elegance". I choose the word "Journey" because I thought the dress represented womanhood and the journey that is to come. I think it would make a great sweet 16th birthday card. The patterned paper is from SEI "Oasis" and the ribbon is Papertrey Ink.
That's all for today but make sure to check back tomorrow for some Unity sneak peaks. You won't want to miss it!!
Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
DETAILS: For the Release Party (Taken from Lauren's Blog)
Unity will be giving away prizes!!!
The winners of the stamp sets will be announced at the party!!
Party Thread on the Unity SCS forum 8p-10p central (that is 9p-11p est)
We will have a 25% discount for the first 25 orders. $5.00 shipping on EVERY ORDER Don’t miss the Unity Party Sketch Challenge thread—>HERE! This is for everyone to play along-weather you own Unity Stamps or not.11 new sets to be released
Tomorrow everyone will start with their peeks of what is to comeFriday, June 20, 2008
Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge #21
Happy Friday!! Are you guys ready for another amazing Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge? I hope you are because Taylor has come up with another fun sketch. I combined it with my new Pink Cat Studio stamps called "Party Animals". I love this set of stamps. They are so cute and whimsical. It also helps that most are holding little yummy cupcakes :) 
Mrs. Quack was colored in with my Copics and her cupcake was highlighted with crystal effects and SU Dazzling Diamond glitter. I used my SU corner rounder and slit punch in this card also. The card stock is Papertrey Ink Lavender along with Berry Sorbet paper and ribbon. To create the circles I used my nesties in large and petite. (I love those things) The patterned paper is from DCWV Glitter Pack. So if you want to participate in the challenge here is all you need to know.
1.You're not required to use cupcakes for the challenge, but if you got 'em why not use 'em!? :)
2.You're welcome to create something other than a card, just stick as closely to the sketch as possible and you'll be eligible for the prize drawing!
3.If you're uploading to Splitcoast use keyword TECC21 (for Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge 21 or link your creation on this post.
4.Each week, I plan to have a Featured Cupcake Sampler! The cutest and most creative sample from the previous week will receive the featured cupcake sampler honors. The winner will receive the sketch ahead of time in order to create a card that will be featured along with a link to your blog on Cupcake Friday!
5.Featured Cupcake Sampler this week is Tammy from Stamp Happy!
Don't forget to check out the beautiful creations from the other cupcake challenge samplers:
Stephanie Hargis: Steph's Stampin' Stuff
Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Java House
Hi all! So last night I couldn't fall asleep so I stayed up long enough to see the new SCS sketch challenge and even finished it before bed. I really wanted to use my new Lattebella so I turned the sketch around and came up with this. I combined it with my new SEI "Oasis" patterned paper. (I LOVE THIS PAPER!!!) I colored in the bella with my Copics and used my SU photo corner and window punch for some added details. I stamped the sentiment on some color copper and blue pp. The sentiment is from My Favorite Things "Essential Sentiments". To complete the card I used some dew drops going down in a line. I really love the subtle and clean look dew drops add to any card. Anywho, that is all I have for today but I got some new Rachelle Anne Miller and Pink Cat Studio stamps in the mail today. I am so going to ink those up tonight. Until then.
Hugs,
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Happy Occasions
Hi all! Hope you had a great Father's Day weekend. Ours was nice we went and saw Kung Fu Panda with DS and DH. Josh (his first movie theater experience) actually sat through the whole thing. He did start to get restless towards the end but all in all he had a great time. Anywho, I didn't have too much time to stamp this weekend but I do have these two cards that I made featuring this month's My Favorite Things new releases. These cards were made using the set "Congrats All Around." The first one is a quick and simple wedding card. I used the super yummy card stock and embellishments from the SEI "Jolee Chocolat" collection. I embossed the rings with silver powder and added some crystal effects to the diamond. To balance the card I added some light pink dew drops the the side. 
The second card is a "new car" celebration card. I used my cute little charm I picked up from Mike's. They are from Karen Foster. The car was colored in with Copics and some crystal effects was added on the tires. I also used my circular nesties to frame the card. The ribbon is SU and the patterned paper is Crate Paper. That's all for today but I plan to get some new cards done for tomorrow.
Hugs,
Friday, June 13, 2008
Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge #20
Mojito Classic (My Fav)
Mango Margarita
Cosmopolitan
I also made her this birthday card using this weeks Cupcake challenge. I didn't have another cupcake stamp that scream Happy Birthday so I went with this cute little mouse from Whipper Snapper. I combined him with some equally yummy patterned paper called SEI "Loveland". I colored him in with my Copics and popped out the present with 3D glue dots. I added some rhinestones and stickles for added bling. Card stock is Papertrey Ink Sweet Blush, Berry Sorbet, Spring Moss, White, and SU Chocolate Chip. The ribbon is also PTI. To complete the card I added some SU brads to all corners. That's all for today! If you want to play along in the Taylored cupcake challenge here are all the details.
1.You're not required to use cupcakes for the challenge, but if you got 'em why not use 'em!? :)
2.You're welcome to create something other than a card, just stick as closely to the sketch as possible and you'll be eligible for the prize drawing!
3.If you're uploading to Splitcoast use keyword TECC20 (for Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge 19 or link your creation on this post.
4.Each week, I plan to have a Featured Cupcake Sampler! The cutest and most creative sample from the previous week will receive the featured cupcake sampler honors. The winner will receive the sketch ahead of time in order to create a card that will be featured along with a link to your blog on Cupcake Friday!
5.Featured Cupcake Sampler this week is Laurie from Just Give Me Stamps...
Don't forget to check out the beautiful creations from the other cupcake challenge samplers:
Stephanie Hargis: Steph's Stampin' Stuff
Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Unity Stamps Co. Wednesday
Hi All!! Today I have a quick post. I have to run to the post office and DS has swimming lessons. So I have another Unity Stamps Company card to share. Since Father's Day is around the corner I wanted to create another masculine card featuring the "Right on Target" set. I also used today's SCS Sketch challenge. I wanted to go clean and simple. The patterned paper is some new awesome SEI "Oasis" card stock I picked up at Mike's yesterday. Love that stuff so watch out for more projects using it. I also combined it with this week's SCS sketch challenge. The fish on the hook was made with Kraft card stock that was cuttlebug with the Swiss Dots Embossing folder. I stamped the fish with SU Real Rust ink and then cut it out. I added a copper eyelet so that I could run the hook through it. To complete the card I tied some SU ribbon, copper cord, and SU brads. That's all for today. Gotta run :)
Hugs,
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
TCP Tuesday
It's Tuesday which means it's time for another TCP Challenge. This week's Hipster Hostess with the Mostess is Leigh. She has a super fun sketch for us to play with. I decided to pull out my favorite Western cowboy stamps. I used the clearly swanky stamp set called "It's a Western Thing". I colored in the town with my Copics and tied some twill with a hardware piece on the lower part of the panel. I used my nesties to create the circles and lightly distressed everything with scissors and ink. Patterned paper used is Crate Paper "Seaweed" collection. So if you want to play along here are all the details you need to know
.
1. Each a week one of the The Cat’s Pajamas DT members will host a challenge.
2. The challenges will vary {stamp, color, theme, sketch, etc.}
3. You will have until {this} Saturday night to complete the challenge.
4. Link your project on this week’s hostess’ challenge announcement. This week you will link your project HERE.
5. TCP stamps are not required, but of course, highly encouraged. {Unless it is a challenge calling for a specific stamp}
6. There will be one winner each month. They will be deemed that month’s Swankiest Stamper and get $25 in Cat’s Cash {money to spend on the TCP site!}.
7. When uploading to SCS, please use the keyword TCPTUES11 for this challenge.
8. Alma will post the entries from the week the following Monday on her blog.
9. The newly crowned Swanky Stamper will be announced on the First of the Month and have his/her winning entry posted on The Cat’s Pajamas website where he/she will reign for the entire month.
Good Luck and Happy Stamping!!
Hugs,
Monday, June 09, 2008
MFT Monday
Good afternoon everyone! Hope you had a great weekend. It was SUPER hot down here so we tried to stay indoors were the cold AC was on. Anyhoo today I have a card that features Cindy's super fabulous MFT sketch challenge. I went with the MFT "Punny Farm" set because I wanted to use these cute Karen Foster charms I bought on sale at Mike's the other day. I hung the milk bucket charm from some yummy double stitched PTI ribbon. The sentiment is from MFT's "Sassy Sayings" set. I frame the farmer girl with my new long oval nesties. I am so loving these! 
I colored her in with my Copics and added some crystal effects to her buckets. To complete the card I did some paper piercing, faux stitching, and added some pink dew drops. If you want to participate in the MFT sketch challenge and you are uploading to SCS make sure to add MFTSC34 as a key word so we can check them out!
Until tomorrow!
Hugs,
Card Recipe Stamps: MFT "Punny Farm" & "Essential Sentiments"
Card stock: PTI Berry Sorbet, Sweet Blush, White, Spring Moss, SU chocChip, and Basic Grey "Sultry"
Ink: VersaFine Onyx Black and SU Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Oval nesties, Copics, dew drops, circle punch, KF charm, prima, SU brad, white gel pen, crystal effects, PTI ribbon
Friday, June 06, 2008
Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge #19
Happy Friday everyone!! I can't believe the weekend is here already. This week has gone so fast. I have started walking on a nearby trail with my sister and her boyfriend and then hitting the pool with the DS. I am trying to work on all the swimming techniques he learn at his classes. I plan on enrolling him again in the upcoming session. He is getting it a bit better but most importantly he is having fun! Anywho I am looking forward to Saturday since DH got me tickets to go see Beauty and the Beast the musical. I know that's not his thing but he knew how much I wanted to go *smile*! Thanks hunny! I will let you know how it went
So now let's get to stamping. Here is the latest and greatest Taylored Expressions Cupcake challenge. I love the sketch but for some reason had a hard time getting my card to look right. It took me forever but I like how it turned out. I used my new Papertrey Ink "It's A Celebration" set that I won at last month's PTI Blog Hop. (Thanks Nichole!) I combined it with some new Imaginisce card stock I got in the mail. The dots are actually flocked. So if you want to participate in Taylor's challenge here are all the details you need to know.
1.You're not required to use cupcakes for the challenge, but if you got 'em why not use 'em!? :)
2.You're welcome to create something other than a card, just stick as closely to the sketch as possible and you'll be eligible for the prize drawing!
3.If you're uploading to Splitcoast use keyword TECC19 (for Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge 19 or link your creation on this post.
4.Each week, I plan to have a Featured Cupcake Sampler! The cutest and most creative sample from the previous week will receive the featured cupcake sampler honors. The winner will receive the sketch ahead of time in order to create a card that will be featured along with a link to your blog on Cupcake Friday!
5.Featured Cupcake Sampler this week is Becky from Bouncy, Flouncy, Fun, Fun, Fun
Happy Stamping!
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Exciting News!!
I have some exciting news!! Recently I saw that the awesome company called Unity Stamp Company was holding an opening in their design team. I thought I would give it a chance and sent in my submission. Well, I got an email from Angela (owner of USC) letting me know that I was one of the lucky eight to be picked as a new DT member!!! I am so ecstatic! I love all their images and her innovative way to stamp. You must check out the website for all the details. So in honor of my exciting news I have a Unity card to share with you. It features the hunting a fishing set called "Right on Target". Its the perfect set for all your masculine cards. I am actually going to use it to make some Father's Day cards and gifts.
Lauren
Amber
Natalie
Jennifer
Maren
Patter
Heather
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
MFTeaser Release Day
Only a few more hours until all these fabulous new sets go live!! I am so excited about today's cocktail party. There is so much going on! One of the surprises is that MFT is coming out with a brand spankin' new line called My Favorite Things Presents! This new line is going to feature new artist and designers. The first artist is Annie LaPoint. My Favorite Things original brand will continue to be drawn by the irreplaceable Christy Beckwith, whose style has so completely captured our hearts. So that means that we get to enjoy our awesome original MFT designs along with new images from the new line every month!! I can't wait to see all the fabulous things ahead of My Favorite Things. The first card features the "Take a Break" image. Its such a whimiscal floral tub stamp. It just reminds me of a Bed & Breakfast. I tried to go with soft colors. I picked PTI's Spring Moss and Sweet Blush along with Memory Box "Sugar" patterned paper. The sketch is this weeks SCS Sketch challenge. 
The second card is features another beautiful image called "Chamomile". I wanted to go with an aged Terracotta look. For the perfect accent I choose patterned paper from the Basic Grey "Infuse" collection. I drew my colors from the papers and colored the image in with my Copics. I added some platinum stickles to the fleur-de-lis. The sketch is Cindy's new MFT Monday challenge. Thanks Cindy! Anyhoo that's it for today but I do have some more cards to share using the new releases. I will show them at tonight's cocktail party. See you there!
My Favorite Things is having a New Release Cocktail Party on Wednesday, June 4 from 9-11 p.m. Eastern time. LOTS of fun (and a surprise release) is planned including finding out how YOU can be the next MFT Guest Designer. Head over to the MFT forum on to find out all the details and we hope to see you there on Wednesday night.
Hugs,
Card one Recipe
Stamps: MFT "Take A Break"
Cardstock: PTI Spring Moss, Sweet Blush, White, SU Kraft, Black, and Memory Box "Hey, Sugar"
Accessories: dew drops, Copics, stickles, PTI ribbon, nesties, 3d glue dots
Card two Stamps: MFT "Chamomile"
Card stock: PTI Berry Sorbet, Sweet Blush, SU Kraft, Chocolate Chip, Basic Grey "Infuse" Accessories: Copics, prima flower, MM brad, stickles, cuttlebug, embossing folder, nesties, PTI ribbon
