Barb *Day 4*

Here is today's inspiration card by Barb:Pretty, dainty, and feminine- this card is the epitome of all three! Barb's fantastic shading on the background flowers looks so realistic! The embossed background looks great, too! Finally, it's the little things that Barb always remembers which make this card outstanding-- rounded corners, pretty pearls, and delicious ribbon!

Here is my take. I was especially inspired by the overall layout of Barb's card. :)

Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (CL351, CG146, K5344); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger); Other: Misc. Ribbon and Paper Flower, Butterfly Punch (Fiskars), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Metallic Decor (Hero Arts), Misc. Cardstock

Barb *Day 3*

This next card by Barb is sure to knock your socks off:
The purple and gold color scheme of this card caught my eye immediately! I love how again, Barb, the master of distressing, has created a glowing center. It's the perfect place to put that GORGEOUS rose! Finally, the subtle flourish on the purple background is a lovely hint of pattern!

Here is my take:Thanks for looking and stopping by! See you tomorrow, my friends!
Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (CL400, CL272); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura), Copic Markers (BV00, Y08, YR68); Other: Dahlia Die Cut (Nestabilities), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Barb *Day 2*

Here is our next card by Barb:

This is another example of Barb's amazing coloring and distressing skills! I love how her floral image seems to glow from behind. The lilac is colored with the most perfect shades of purple, pink, and lavender. And did you see the subtle stamping in the background? Such an elegant touch!

Here is my take:

Thanks AGAIN for stopping by and leaving such lovely comments. Barb's cards definitely are a HIT! :) See you tomorrow!

Supplies--Stamps: Flower (Rubber Stampede), Text (Hero Arts K5344), Sentiment (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Copic Markers (BV00, B29, B34), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Inspired by...Barb!

I am thrilled to announce the next "Inspired by..." stamper. She has heaps of talent and is one of the best flickr cheerleaders---it's Barb (bdengler4)! Make sure you hop over to her PHOTOSTREAM and check out all of her lovely creations!

Here is our first inspiration card from Barb:

Isn't Barb's coloring to die for?! I love those springy daisies and the distressed background is so bold! The vibrant colors are extremely happy and energetic! And the striped background is the perfect amount of pattern behind Barb's dimensional center panel.

Here is my take. After seeing Barbs BOLD flowers with the distressed background I just had to create a BIG bold flower, too! And her distressing inspired me to bring out one of my new Hero Arts cling stamps-Aged Pring Frame (CG154).Thanks again for stopping by! I can't wait to share more of Barb's cards with you! :)

Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (Sentiment C2962, Aged Print Frame CG154, Flower CG141); Ink: Black Ink (Stampin' Up), Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger); Other: Glitter (Martha Stewart), Pearls (Recollections), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Sarah *Day 6*

Hi everyone! Thanks for waiting! ;) I just had to share a scrapbook page of Sarah's for our last day. Check this out! --Is that not cuteness overload!!?? To start with, Sarah's son is ADORABLE! And that little frog- so fun! I really love the bright bold colors and mix of patterns. The grid style is perfect for this layout. Sarah was able to fit so many fun pictures and her journaling on this page- what a great way to document this priceless story. Oh- and she even created the perfect matching card!! Dang, girl, you're GOOD!

Here is my take:
Thanks everyone for stopping by this week and BIG thanks and BIG hugs to SARAH for playing along! :) See you soon with our next "Inspired by..." stamper. I know you will LOVE her!

Supplies---All Stamps Hero Arts (CL374, CL351, S5213, S5215, CG139); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Photo Corner Punch (EK Success), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Coming soon!

My last post inspired by Sarah is coming soon! Sorry to keep you waiting!

Simon Says Stamp

Hi everyone! Just thought I would pop in to let you know there is a fun challenge going on over HERE featuring Hero Arts stamps. And, you'll never guess who got to be a guest designer... :)

Oh- and be sure to scroll down to see Sarah's DELIGHTFUL card for today!! I just can't get enough of it!