Sarah *Day 5*

Check out this beauty from Sarah:I love how Sarah has inked up this gorgeous die cut! The colors are blended to perfection and the mist of perfect pearls adds to its charm. The layered die cut background adds even more elegance, as does the dark card base. This card is the PERFECT example of simplicity and beauty!!

Here is my take:Thanks again for stopping by! See you tomorrow with our last day with Sarah!

Supplies--Stamps: All Stamps Hero Arts (CL272, CL374, CG125); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/ Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Top Note Die Cut (Sizzix), Glossy Accents (Ranger), Circle Punch (Martha Stewart), Misc. Cardstock and Thread, Sentiment Tag Die Cut (Provocraft)

Sarah *Day 4*

I love the colors and design of this next card by Sarah:

Sarah is just so creative-- those fun flowers and sequins were from one of her daughter's tops! She has perfectly arranged them creating a visual triangle which is so pleasing to the eye. The polka dot background adds to the playful feeling of this card. And finally, the bright white strip of cardstrock immediately draws your attention to the sentiment!

Here is my take. This is totally one of those cards for me that took FOREVER and I don't think I'm happy with the result at all. Do you ever have times where you just keep adding more and more "stuff" to try and fix a card? I think I should have jumped ship at lot sooner...but I kept going....

Thanks so much for looking! See you tomorrow!

Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (K5344, CG130, CL387, CG139); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Copic (C7); Other: Distress Stickles (Ranger), Butterfly Punches (Martha Stewart and Fiskars), Pearls (Recollections), Leaf Die Cut (Sizzix), Misc. Cardstock

Sarah *Day 3*

Here is our next inspirational card by Sarah: Where do I begin??!! First of all, the red is striking against the warm golden background. Sarah has created the perfectly distressed backdrop to go with her perfectly colored flower. The text stamped diagonally on the background adds to the elegance of this card. Finally, the butterfly in the center of the flower brings this card to life with another layer of stamping and gorgeous color!

Here is my take:

Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (CL374, CG125, CL272, CL389); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Markers (Martha Stewart and Copic R29), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Misc. Cardstock

Sarah *Day 2*

WOW! Thanks everyone for stopping by yesterday and leaving such SWEET comments both here and over on flickr. :) Here is our next card by Sarah:

Isn't this the prettiest girly card? I love the light pink background which has been stamped every so subtle with the Hero Arts Floating Flowers stamp. The bold white panel contrasts perfectly and the darker pink borders add a great finishing touch! And those butterflies- EXTRA cute with the embroidery floss centers. Such a great idea.

Here is my take:Supplies--Stamps: Sentiment (Hero Arts CG132), Sentiment Background (Hero Arts S5213), Grass (Stampin' Up); Inks: Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger); Other: Butterfly Punches (MM Slice, Martha Stewart, Fiskars), Misc. Cardstock and Embroidery Floss

Inspired by...Sarah!

Hi folks! I just can't wait to share the 6 days of creations this week by the ultra-talented Sarah (sarahjane4kids for us flickr folks)! But choosing only six is going to be nearly impossible! Not only does she make incredible cards, but her scrapbook pages are excellent, too! Be sure to check out her flickr PHOTOSTREAM!

Here is our first card by Sarah:

The has to be the happiest Happy Birthday card ever! I love the bright colors and patterns. The combination of the flourish and polka dots embossed in white add to the festive feel of this beauty! Oh- and I nearly forgot-- the shape is genius!!
Here is my take:Thanks so much for stopping by! I just know you will ADORE Sarah's creations this week! She's one talented stamping chica! ;)
Supplies--Stamps: All Hero Arts (CL3887, CG139, CL374); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Copic Marker; Other: Glossy Accents (Ranger), Pearls (Recollections), Butterfly Punch (Fiskars), Misc. Cardstock, Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media)

TGIF and a little hint

TGIF, my friends! I can't wait to announce the next featured artist tomorrow. Here's a hint- not only does she make amazing cards, but she is also an accomplished scrapbooker, too....

Carole *Day 6*

Today is our last day of inspiration with Carole. Be sure to check out her blog and photostream for more of her FABULOUS designs! I love the teal and green color scheme Carole has used on this card! She has created the perfect mix of patterned paper AND stamping! And the pretty bow with button and twine is such an appealing embellishment. Finally, the overall design of this card is one of beauty and balance. Carole, I just can't get enough of your cards!

Here is my take:Thanks again everyone for stopping by this week and leaving such heartfelt comments. You always make my day!!! And, BIG thanks to Carole for allowing me to share your works of art in my little corner of blogland. :)

Supplies--Stamps: Butterflies (Hero Arts Digi Kit Winged Friends), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL156), Leaves (Amy Butler); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Misc. Cardstock, Scallop Square Punch (EK Success for Stampin' Up), Stickles (Ranger), Pearls (Recollections)