Clare *Day 2*

Here is Clare's sweet card:

The first thing that attracted me to this card was the overall layout/design. I love the dimension of the three layers. The big blue bow on the top is the perfect embellishment. Clare has a keen eye for color, too! The pink butterfly really "pops" against the white background!

Here is my take:Thanks for stopping by! I hope to see you tomorrow, my friends! :)
Supplies---Stamps: Roses (Hero Arts CG152), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Text (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz); Other: Butterfly Punch (Fiskars), Border Punch (Martha Stewart), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Cardstock and Ribbon, Watercolor Pencil (Stampin' Up)

Inspired by...Clare!

I'm so excited to share the work of our next talented stamper... Clare! You may know her as ctprezzia on flickr or her fun blog Bearydo Cards Inc.

Here is our first fabulous card by Clare:

And isn't it a beauty? I love her sparkling butterflies against the light pink background! The dark black ribbon makes a bold statement. The polka dot paper was the perfect choice to complement Clare's stamping. Finally, Clare makes the best shaped cards using her die cuts!!

Here is my take. I was so inspired by the pink/red color scheme as well as that dark black ribbon under Clare's butterflies. (And thanks, Kathy, for the fab elephant stamp!)

See you tomorrow with another of Clare's pretty creations!

Supplies---Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL294), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Elephant (Memory Box); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Pearls (Recollections), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Scallop Punch (Fiskars)

Another Happy Friday!

Hope you have all had a great week! I am soooo glad it is Friday so I can do some major stamping this weekend! :) See you tomorrow with our next featured stamper...I just know you'll love her work!

Tiffany *Day 6*

This last card by Tiffany is a true gem! I love the combination of bright colors and patterns! This is such a happy card! Tiffany has used these stamps in such a creative way. For example, don't you love the tree which is actually a large flower??!! And how about that fun curved sentiment?!! Genius!

Here is my take:

Thanks so much, Tiffany , for allowing me to share your talent on my blog. And I feel like I can't say this enough- thank you all for popping by and for leaving such uplifting comments!!

Supplies---Stamps: Clouds (Hero Arts S5215), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), House & Bird (Hero Arts CL389), Crackle (Rubber Stampede); Ink: Black (Stampin' Up), Distress Ink (Hero Arts), White Gel Pen (Sakura), Putty Marker (Martha Stewart), Other: Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Recollections), Scallop Punch (Martha Stewart)

Tiffany *Day 5*

First of all, thanks everyone for your lovely comments yesterday on the Hero Arts blog, flickr, and here! You sure know how to make a gal feel special!!

Now on with the show starring this beauty by Tiffany!

The collection of flowers is spectacular! The colors really pop, especially those pink and green leaves! Tiffany always adds so many textures to her cards and I LOVE it! The touch of lace and the white scallop edge add to this card's beauty!

Here is my take:Thanks again for stopping by this week! I hope you will join me tomorrow for our last day with Tiffany!
Supplies---Stamps: Flowers (Hero Arts CG148), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL380); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.), Sharpie Marker; Other: Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Butterfly and Scallop Punches (Martha Stewart), Gems (K&Co.), Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Tiffany *Day 4*

I have another elegant card by Tiffany to share today:
There are so many beautiful details on this card. First of all, I love the monochromatic color scheme! The intricate punch and beautiful bow add such an elegant touch. And speaking of details, aren't those pearls just perfect?! I would have never thought to use them with this image, but they work so well. Finally, Tiffany has picked out the perfect sentiment-both in meaning and style!

Here is my take. While the colors on my card are very different than Tif's, I found my inspiration in her overall card design/layout--a center panel, punched on the bottom, and a sentiment below. And I have SUPER FUN announcement today. I have been asked to be a Hero Arts Hostess!! I just love the Hero Arts community, so needless to say I am honored to be a hostess. You can stop by the HERO ARTS BLOG to see a new card of mine and short Q & A. Thanks again for all of your support and encouragement--it means SOO much to me.
Supplies---Stamps: Silhouette Grass (Hero Arts S5316), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Memories Dye Ink in Chestnut; Other: Pearls (Recollections), Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Corner Rounder (EK Success), Ribbon (Berwick Offray, LLC.), Perfect Pearls mixed with water and misted using a mini mister (Ranger), Misc. Cardstock, Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)

Tiffany *Day 3*

Here's a special inspiring project from Tiffany today. I just HAD to share this:

Does Tiffany know how to wrap a gift or what??!! This is such eye candy! Those flowers are such unexpected "bows." I love the bright, bold colors with the lime green wrapping paper! And the ribbon is scrumptious! I don't think I could EVER open a gift that looks this beautiful!

Here's my card:Thanks again for stopping by and for your fun comments! You're going to love Tiffany's creation tomorrow! :)
Supplies---Stamps: Hero Arts (CL375, CL380, CG139); Ink: Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Copic Markers (B29, YG09, YR68); Other: Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Recollections), Corner Rounder (EK Success), Epoxy Sticker (EK Success), Border Punch (Martha Stewart), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Tiffany *Day 2*

This next card by Tiffany is sssooo elegant:

Can you believe this was made with the same flower stamp as Tiffany's card yesterday!!?? Tiffany is a master of all styles! I love the light colors on this card. It reminds me of a vintage wedding gown or formal dress. The pearls and lace add to the soft texture and feminine feeling of this card. It just doesn't get any better than this!

Here is my take on Tiffany's stunner:

See you again tomorrow with another lovely Paper Girl creation!

Supplies---Stamps: Brocade (Hero Arts CG102), Text (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.); Other: Misc. Cardstock and Flower Die Cut and Embroidery Floss, Pearl (Recollections), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Clear Embossing Powder (Joann's Craft Essentials)

Inspired by... Tiffany!

Hi everyone! It's one of my favorite days of the week- when I get to reveal the next featured artist. This week it is my priviledge to share the work of Tiffany (Paper Girl to us flickr folks). Her work is amazing and she creates everything from cards to gorgeous gift wrapping. (Check THIS out!) Make sure you visit her BLOG and PHOTOSTREAM and get ready to drool over her beyond fabulous cards and projects! Here is our first inspiration card from Tiffany:Aren't those red poppies just fabulous against the dark black background? I love the overall design of this card, too, with the main image on the left and a vertical sentiment to the right. The butterfly is a great pop of color and adds lots of dimension. I'm sure this get well card would brighten anyone's day!

Here is my take:
Thanks so much for stopping by! I appreciate your comments and cyber-support! ;) See you tomorrow with an elegant card by Tiffany!

Supplies---All Stamps by Hero Arts (CG129, CG119, and F2929); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Butterfly and Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Stickles (Ranger), Misc. Gems and Cardstock

TGIF

Don't you just love Fridays? I DO! I hope you have lots of crafting time this weekend! Be sure to stop back tomorrow to check out our next "Inspired by..." stamper. Hhhmmm, who could it be...

Cathy *Day 6*

Here is our last inspiration card by Cathy:

This card is just too fun! The polka dots and fun stitching add to it's whimsical design! I love how Cathy gave the butterflies such dimension, too! The pearly trails go great with the polka dots. And, what a lovely color scheme- pink, kraft, and orange!

Here is my take:Thanks again for stopping and commenting! And thanks Cathy for playing along! It has been my pleasure to share your pretty cards!! :)

Supplies---Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL380), Butterfly (Hero Arts CG130), PolkaDots (Hero Arts CG139); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.) ; Other: Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Top Note Die Cut (Sizzix for Stampin' Up), Pearls (Recollections), White Embossing Powder (JoAnn's Craft Essentials), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)

Cathy *Day 5*

This card from Cathy is going to AMAZE you:

Prepare yourself for this---Cathy COLORED IN that beautiful brocade pattern! Yes, I repeat, she COLORED IN that pattern! She first stamped it with a light grey and went over it with "very sharp" colored pencils. I don't think it gets any more beautiful than this! What an awesome technique which is executed perfectly here! If you look HERE and HERE you can see a couple other of Cathy's cards where she used this same technique.

Here is my take on Cathy's card. I was very inspired by her bright coloring on the white cardstock. Also, I drew some inspiration from the fabulous Jennifer McGuire when designing this card.

And it's official, I don't know if I can make cards without butterflies! LOL! I think I am going to need a 12 step program and a sponsor to get me off of this butterfly kick!
See you tomorrow with our last card from Cathy! Thanks again for stopping by and leaving your sweet, sweet comments!

Supplies---Stamps: Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.); Other: White Embossing Powder (JoAnn's Craft Essentials), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Gems (K&Company), Pearls (Recollections), Tag (ANW/Crestwood, Inc.), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)

Cathy *Day 4*

I just love this round scallop card by Cathy:

This card caught my eye right away when I saw it in Cathy's photostream. I love the way she created a set of vertical panels, even on a round card! The stitching accents the center panel perfectly! Finally, Cathy's distressing adds a nice finishing touch! Oh- and that blue flower--gorgeous!

Here is my take on Cathy's card. I was really inspired to recreate those vertical "panels" and to add lots of distressing! Oh, and thank you, Joy, for the text paper- love it!

Thanks for stopping by!!!

Supplies---Stamps: Butterflies (Hero Arts Digital Kit Winged Friends), Brocade (Hero Arts CG102), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Grass (Stampin' Up); Ink: Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Distess Ink (Tim Holtz); Other: Misc. Thread and Cardstock, Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Kaiser Scrapbook)

Cathy *Day 3*

This next card by Cathy is wonderful:

Her three tulips are perfectly stamped and colored. I also love how Cathy paper pieces the flower image and then also colors it with copic markers to give it dimension. The punched border is the perfect touch of detail and elegance. Finally, Cathy has mixed many stamped images together (text, flowers, heart flourishes) and they look like they were all meant to go together! This is not an easy thing to do- so impressive! Oh- I almost forgot-- look very closely at the background behind the tulips. Cathy created that subtle background by stamping a sentiment repeatedly! How inspiring!

Here is my take:Thanks again for your comments and encouragement. See ya tomorrow!

Supplies---Stamps: Background Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Butterfly (Hero Arts CG130), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz); Other: Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Distress Stickles (Ranger), Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Cathy *Day 2*

Our next card by Cathy is SUPER cute:

I love the progression of images and the changes in the frog's eyes! And the sentiment--fabulous!! Cathy adds so many special touches to her coloring- I love the frog's pink tummy. Cathy's coloring also coordinates beautifully with the patterned paper making this card incredibly eye-catching!

Here is my take on Cathy's fun card:

See you tomorrow with another of Cathy's creations!

Supplies---Stamps: Critter (Hero Arts CL153), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Woodgrain (All Night Media); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other- Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Pearls (Recollections), Watercolor Pencils (Stampin' Up), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)

Inspired by... Cathy A.!!!

Hi and welcome to another week of "Inspired by...". The featured stamper this week is the oh-so-amazing Cathy A. (Newkidfish on flickr). I love her sense of style and she always creates such PRETTY cards! You need to check out her blog and photostream, if you haven't already!

Here is Cathy's first card which inspired me:

Isn't it beautiful?! I love the background Cathy created! This beauty reminds me of a page from an old book or an old letter. The foliage on the left adds the perfect natural feeling! Finally, I just love the little bow and embellishment in the corner. It's so feminine and dainty. This card is just perfect!

Here is my take:

Thanks so much for stopping by and for all of your comments! I just know you will love Cathy's cards this week!

Supplies---Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL156), Grass and Flower (Stampin' Up Inspired by Nature Set), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Postmark (Stampabilities); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz); Other: Post Card (Michelle Underwood Digital Kit), Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Distress Stickles (Ranger)

happy, HAPPY Friday!

Happy Friday everyone! Thank you SO MUCH for all of your sweet comments. I have felt such warmth and friendship from all of you. You keep me smiling all day!! :)

I have a couple of random cards to share. I made them a while ago, but I don't think I've shared them here on the ol' blog-o. Thanks for looking! I'll see you tomorrow with our next "Inspired by..." artist!

Stampersuzz *Day 6*

This is our last day with Sue, but remember you can always check out her photostream and blog when you are looking for inspiration!

I have a tag of Sue's to share:

Now, I know that Christmas is over, but this tag is just too pretty not to share! The warm, golden colors are so inviting. The layers of stamping have such a beautiful effect. I love the vines, birds, and flowers! I like the way Sue has placed the sentiment. And finally, the lace at the bottom is the perfect finishing touch!

Here is my take:

Thanks again for stopping by AND thanks Sue for allowing me to share your masterpieces on my blog!

Supplies---Stamps: Floral Plate (Hero Arts CG126), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Text (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Copic Markers (Y08, YR68), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Embossing Folder (ProvoCraft for Cuttlebug), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Stampersuzz *Day 5*

Here is the next beautiful card by Sue:
Isn't this a beauty!? I love how Sue was able to visualize a piece of patterned paper as a beautiful card! She added so much dimension by cutting out the dragonfly's wings. The subtle sparkle on the wings is the perfect touch, too! Finally, the twine adds to the natural feeling and the button is a great pop of color!

Here is my take:Thanks again for stopping by! See you tomorrow for our last day of Sue's awesome cards!

Supplies--- Stamps: Sentiment (Papertrey Ink), Butterflies (Hero Arts CG130), Leaves (Hero Arts CL298), Splatter (All Night Media), Text (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.), Fresco Ink (Stampa Rosa), Copic Marker (C7), VersaMarker; Other: Border Punch (EK Success), Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Thread and Cardstock, Stickles (Ranger)

Stampersuzz *Day 4*

I think this is one of my favorite cards by Sue:

This scene is so beautiful! The patterned paper is the perfect snowy backdrop for this peaceful winter scene. I love that she used sheet music for the snowy ground. And the sentiment? PERFECT! Finally, Sue never forgets the details- snow on the tree, twine, and a pretty button.

Here is my take:Thanks again for your sweet comments and for stopping by to check out Sue's AMAZING creations! See you tomorrow!
Supplies---Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL156), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Butterflies (Martha Stewart); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Pearls (Recollections), Dimensional Adhesive (Therm O Web), Perfect Pearls Mist (Ranger), Vintage Hymnal Paper

Stampersuzz *Day 3*

Okay, get ready to feast your eyes on this beauty from Sue:

This could not be any prettier! I love the pinks with the olive green! And look at that cracked glass technique!! WOW! The ribbon and perfect bow are fabulous. Of course, I love the intricate butterfly that tops off this amazing card!

Here is my take on Sue's card. This was definitely one of those cards that ended up a LOT different than how I pictured it in my mind. Does that ever happen to you? You head in one direction, and find that you are on the opposite side of town than you planned on? haha! :)

Thanks again for stopping by to see Sue's cards!

Supplies--- Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Woodgrain (All Night Media), Text (Inkadinkado), Crackle (Rubber Stampede); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz); Other: Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Twine (Darice, Inc.), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Gems (K & Co.), Pearls (Recollection), Compass Mask (Tim Holtz)

Stampersuzz *Day 2*

**If you are looking for my card for Lucy's monochromatic card challenge, it is below this first beautiful card by Sue.**

If you have an account on flickr you are going to want to immediately add this card of Sue's to your favorites (just click on the picture and it will link you to flickr):

Everything about this card is amazing- I don't know where to start! The sentiment is so touching along with the beautiful scene! I would seriously frame this and hang it up!! Sue-- you have outdone yourself!!

Here is my take. I was also inspired by Lucy's challenge to make a card with a monochromatic color scheme.Thanks for stopping by! Oh, I almost forgot, what do you think of the new blog design!? The amazingly talented and sweet Kristina Proffitt designed it for me. If you are thinking of a 2010 blog makeover, be sure to check out her designs HERE.

Supplies---Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Grass (Stampin' Up), Woodgrain (All Night Media); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), VersaMark; Other: Misc. Cardstock, Vintage Hymnal Music, Die Cut (Sizzix for Stampin' Up), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Corner Rounder (EK Success), Pearls (Kaiser Scrapbook), Twine (Darice, Inc.), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Clear Embossing Powder (Joann's Craft Essentials)

Inspired by... Stampersuzz!

Welcome to another week of inspiration! This week the featured stamper is Sue (AKA Stampersuzz on flickr)! Her cards are always magnificent works of art! Every time I stop by her blog I am blown away by her creations! Let's get started; shall we?

Here is Sue's first inspiration card. It's actually a tag (which she is VERY talented at creating, BTW!): First of all, I love the colors on this tag. The orange and black are so bold and fun. The layered strips of cardstock, stamping, and butterflies make for a wonderful design and a great starting off point for inspiration! The butterflies all lined up in a row almost create the illusion of ruffles or a border punch- something very unique that I haven't seen before! Finally, the two little buttons with twine finish off this beautiful tag perfectly!

Here is my take on this fun tag:

Thanks again for stopping by. I can't wait to share Sue's creation for tomorrow- it'll knock your socks off! :)
Supplies--Stamps: Butterfly (Hero Arts Digi Kit Winged Friends), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL146), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Woodgrain (All Night Media); Ink: VersaMark (Tsukineko, Inc.), Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Copic Markers (R29, YR68, C7), VersaMarker; Other: Pearls (Recollections), Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Embossing Folder (ProvoCraft for Cuttlebug), Clear Embossing Powder (Joann's Craft Essentials)

Inspired by...

Today I have a very special featured artist whom I hold close to my heart, my best friend, Kari! And here is a blast from the past--

a picture of us from high school:

Those were the days! I think that picture is over 10 years old!

I know you will just love Kari's scrapbook layouts. I so admire her sense of style and attention to details. I have a couple of pages from her pregnancy album to share(she is wonderful mom and is expecting kiddo number 3 right now). Because her pages are so spectacular they inspired a couple of cards!

Here is our first page by Kari: I just love that Kari scrapbooks her ultrasound pictures of the tiny little life growing inside of her! The colors on this page are so bright and cheery with perfect distressing, too! And don't you love the flower Kari used in place of one of the photo corners? Perfectly inked around the edges!


Here is my card:
Here is the next scrapbook page by Kari:Kari is such a beautiful and radiant expectant mother! This page is so pretty! I love the orange backdrop accented by those big, bold flowers. The design of her page keeps the focus on the picture and the fun title! Everything on her page is perfectly balanced and sooo eye-catching!

Here is my card inspired by her page:

Thanks, Kari for letting me post a couple of your scrapbook pages on my blog! Thank you most of all for your friendship. I am so lucky to have you!

And thanks everyone for stopping by! I'm still smiling from all of your SWEET comments this week! I'll see you tomorrow with our next "Inspired by..." stamper. Who could it be??? :)

Supplies
Card 1-Stamps: Flower (Hero Arts CG128), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL156); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Watercolor Pencils (Stampin' Up), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Recollections), Distress Stickles (Ranger), Photo
Corner Punch (EK Success), Leaf Die Cut (Sizzix)
Card 2-Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342), Butterfly (Hero Arts CG130), Flourish (CG119), Splatter (All Night Media); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Copic Markers (R29, C7, YR68), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Pearls (Recollections), Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Embossing Folder (ProvoCraft for Cuttlebug)

Kathy *Day 6*

Our last card by Kathy is so unique:

I love the way she added the swirls of smoke from the chimney! Her cute house looks so warm and cozy against the dark blue paper! The embossed background is the perfect touch of texture. Finally, the polka dot ribbon ties in all of the colors. This would make such a perfect card to send someone after visiting their home for the holidays!

Here is my take on Kathy's awesome card. I was really inspired by her dark, rich colors.

A special thanks to Kathy for letting me share her amazing cards this week! If you are in need of more inspiration, be sure to check out her blog, The Daily Marker. See you tomorrow, my friends, with a special "Inspired by..." post. ;)

EDITED TO ADD-- KATHY IS HAVING AN AMAZING BLOG CANDY GIVE AWAY ON HER BLOG. CHECK IT OUT HERE! LOOK AT ALL OF THESE GOODIES:

Supplies---Stamps: Antique Brocade (Hero Arts CG102), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL342); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz),VersaMagic Chalk Ink; Other: Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Embossing Folder (ProvoCraft for Cuttlebug), Leaf DieCut (Sizzix), Small Flower Punch (Punch Bunch), Scallop Punch (Martha Stewart), Pearls (Recollections), Sentiment Die Cut (ProvoCraft), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)