May 8, 2010

Jenn *Day 5*

Happy Saturday, my friends! I have lots of stamping planned for today and I couldn't be happier! :) Here is our last inspiration card by Jenn: Isn't this just lovely? The colors are so fun and the touch of pink really pops! I love the way Jenn has lightly stamped the heartwing butterfly on the yellow paper- such a perfect ghost image. Next, the black wire and stitching add a fun flair to this card. Finally, Jenn's distressing really warms up the whole design!
Here is my take:Thanks for stopping by this week! Be sure to check out Jenn's BLOG and PHOTOSTREAM for LOTZZZ more inspiration! See you on Monday with our next "Inspired by..." stamper. Hugs!All Stamps Hero Arts CL390, CG130, CG102

May 6, 2010

Jenn *Day 4*

Hi my friends! I've got a super quick post today--it's been a very hectic week for me so far, but I did manage to get in a little "Jenn inspired" stamping!
Here is Jenn's GORGEOUS card:
And my take:Thanks for looking! See you tomorrow -- wahoo tomorrow is FRIDAY! :)
Hugs,
Jill
Stamps: Butterfly (Martha Stewart), Flourish (Hero Arts CG119), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL272)

May 5, 2010

Jenn *Day 3*

Here is our next inspiration card by Jenn: Jenn has pulled out all the stops on this creation! So many lovely textures, colors, and patterns! I adore the distressing around the edges of the circle. The scalloped edges add a fun flair to this round card. Finally, Jenn has given all of the flowers such a lovely touch with pearls and that big button.
Here is my take:
See you tomorrow! Thanks for stopping by my lil' ol' corner of blogland! :)
Stamps: Hero Arts (CG125, CL272), Grass (Stampin' Up), Splatter (All Night Media)

May 4, 2010

Jenn *Day 2*

Here is our next inspiration piece by Jenn. It's a GORGEOUS layout:
Where do I begin--this is just too pretty!? First of all, I love how Jen's handmade flowers mimic the beauty of those in her great photos. The distressing on the edges of the flowers give them such nice dimension. Next, Jenn's color choices are superb and draw the eye in immediately. Finally, the little touch of ric rac on the "seam" of the paper finishes this design perfectly!
Here is my take: Flower (Hero Arts CG ), Fleur de Lis (Just Rite- thanks Lucy!), Sentiment (PTI), PP (Cosmo Cricket)
Thanks again for stopping by! And again, thanks for all of your encouragement and positivity!
Hugs, Jill

May 3, 2010

Inspired by...Jenn. B!

Hi friends! Welcome to another week of "Inspired by..."! This week the featured artist is none other than the accomplished Jenn B.! Jenn's work has always caught my eye. Her attention to detail and innovative ideas combine for some fantastic scrapbook layouts and to-die-for cards! Make sure you stop by her BLOG and PHOTOSTREAM- you are in for a real treat!
Here is our first inspiration card by Jenn:
Don't you love this unique and earthy color scheme? I love that crochet butterfly. This card design is so versatile. I can imagine lots more great creations using this basic layout. Finally, Jenn always knows the perfect sentiment and font to add to her cards. The simple cursive "hello" on this card is a great compliment to the overall design!

Here is my take:

All Stamps Hero Arts (Digi Kit Winged Friends, CL272, S5316)
Thanks for stopping by and I hope you will pop back tomorrow to see an inspiring layout by Jenn! Hugs, Jill

May 2, 2010

Michelle *Day 5*

Today is our last day of inspiration by Michelle and I've saved one of my favorite "Skrappergirl" cards: This card is the perfect marriage of image and sentiment! It evokes such strong emotions for me in that it ties the changes we see in nature to the changes in our lives. And while change can be scary, this work of art is a reminder of the beauty in change, too! The warm shading of the focal point tree draws the eye in. This card has that fabulous artsy feeling that just makes me want to hang it up in my house. And did you notice the fine stitching and distressing on the central panel? Great touch, Michelle!

Here is my take:

Hero Arts Stamps (K5344, CL342), Trees (All Night Media)
I want to send a special thanks to Michelle for allowing me to share her wonderful cards on my blog this week. Thanks also for all of your patience with me as I have been under the weather this week! Be sure you check out Michelle's great PHOTOSTREAM and BLOG to see lots more of her creations!!! Hugs and see you tomorrow with the next "Inspired by..." stamper!

May 1, 2010

Inspired by Michelle *Day 4*

I survived! Yes, the migraine is gone and I can stamp again! Thank you all for your sweet comments and prayers--you really know how to make a girl feel better!! And Michelle, so sorry for the "pause" in the middle of your week!
Here is the next a-mazeeee-ing card by Michelle: Skrappergirl really knows how to make a butterfly pop! Such a fantastic clean and simple card this is! Don't you just love the very subtle small butterflies stamped in the background? The bling is the perfect trail. And finally, Michelle's alcohol inked butterfly just shines! It is truly one FANTASTIC focal point!
Here is my take:
Thanks again for stopping by and see you tomorrow for our last day with Michelle!
Hugs, Jill