Be mine - Card Patterns #96

What a great day it has been - having an extra day off after the holidays has been truly wonderful!  I actually have been wondering when the next holiday is that we will have another day off.  Depressing thought!

This card was designed off of this week's sketch at Card Patterns.  I haven't had a chance to play along for awhile, and I decided to hop on over today and check out this week's sketch.  So happy that I did - great sketch! :)

DP's are from my stash, paper flower from Michaels,diecut, twine and stamped sentiment from PTI, rhinestone flourish from Prima, heart charm from Making Memories, misc. velvet leaves and vintage lace.

Off to post my card .............have a great evening!  Cathy xx :)

Love Potion No. 9 - MojoMonday #171

Happy Monday!  I hope you enjoyed your holiday.  I had today off so I finished cleaning up some of the mess from the long weekend and managed to get some card making in today as well.

This card was created off of this week's sketch at Mojo Monday.  What a fun sketch to work with and we were given a choice of squares or circles,  and I chose the squares.

DP's used are from Pink Paisley, perfume bottle stamps from The Stamp Pad Co., glitter from Martha Stewart, grosgrain ribbon and twine from PTI, misc., button and trim.

Thanks for taking a peek - enjoy your day!  Cathy xx :)



Shabby Chic Baby - The Shabby Tea Room #42

Well, the dishes are all washed and put away, the recycling has all been divided up and ready for pick-up, and I'm sitting in front of my new Christmas present!  Yep, that's right my DH bought me a new computer and printer - he is the"bestest" in the world!! :)  It's so nice to be able to start it up and not have to wait, wait, wait, etc. and then nothing!  I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with your loved ones and Santa was good to you. :)

Welcome to another fun challenge at The Shabby Tea Room.  This week's challenge is hosted by Melissa and she chose a photo for your inspiration of a darling nursery and asked that we incorporate some type of fabric into our creation.  Our sponsor this week is Robyn's Fetish, and the DT was given a choice of a digital image.  I chose Rocky da Rocking Horse. :)

DP used is from Graphic45, resin photo corner Melissa Frances, handstamped sentiment PTI, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, paper doily and glitter from Martha Stewart, Copics, misc. pearl adhesives and muslin fabric.

Make sure you stop by my Shabby GF's blogs to see their darling creations! Thank you for stopping by and see you next year!  Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations
Melissa Bove - Creating from the Heart

Scandinavian Christmas - The Shabby Tea Room #41

After days, I have finally been able to link my card on Blogger.  I am still not sure what exactly was wrong, but hey, I'll go with it and hope that it doesn't happen again. 

Our hostess this week at The Shabby Tea Room is Clare and she has chose to inspire you with a beautiful photo. The sponsor in the Tea Room this week is Digital Delights By Loubyloo!  The DT was given a choice of a digital image to work with and I have chosen Sugarplum.  Isn't she sweet? :)

DP's used are from The Girl's Paperie, cardstock, buttons, twine and handstamped sentiment from PTI, copics and glitter have also been used.

Make sure you stop by my Shabby GF's blogs to see their lovely creations! Have a Merry Christmas and thanks for stopping by! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations
Melissa Bove - Creating from the Heart

Merci - WMSC #28

"Merci" to Waltzing Mouse for choosing my card last week for "Top Mouse". What an honor.........there were soooo many beautiful cards to choose from - thank you ladies! :)

This card was designed based off of this week's sketch at Waltzing Mouse. Another great sketch to work with! DP's used are from My Mind's Eye, paper flower from Prima, chipboard buttons from 7 Gypsies, rubberstamps from Waltzing Mouse's Victorian Frippery, misc. vintage trim, rhinestone adhesives and seam binding ribbon.

Thanks for taking a peek........off to post my card. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Cathy xx :)

Let's Play with Felt - TSTR #40

Happy Monday and welcome to another fun challenge with The Shabby Tea Room. This week, I am your hostess and my theme is felt! I love playing with felt and all the fun things you can do with it. Papertrey Ink has such a great line of felt. Beautiful colors and it cuts like butter - so be sure to check it out. Our sponsor this week is Amazing Music Box who is offering $15 cash prize or store credit.

DP's and decorative pin used are from jillbean soup, vintage image from Crafty Secrets, cardstock, felt, button and twine from PTI, misc. crocheted trim and rhinestone adhesives.

Christmas - WMSC #27

Happy Saturday! Do you have all your Christmas shopping done yet? My DH and I went Christmas shopping yesterday, and we ran into my Grandson and his Mommy. He will be 11 months old in a week, and his big eyes were taking in all the lights and decorations. His new favorite word is "Wow" and he kept saying it over and over. We all made a stop to see Santa and he just kept looking at him with the cutest look on his face. Christmas has an all new meaning this year with a little one in the family! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Waltzing Mouse. What fun sketches to work with! :) DP's are from The Girl's Paperie, cardstock, button, twine and wreath stamp from PTI, chipboard house from Maya Road, glitter from Martha Stewart, misc. seam binding ribbon, vintage trim and rhinestone adhesives. The sentiment stamp is from Waltzing Mouse - Compliments of The Season.

Thanks for taking a peek - off to post my card! Have a relaxing evening - Cathy xx :)

'Tis the Season - TSTR #39

Happy Monday!! No computer problems today - and it feels great welcoming you to another fun challenge this week at The Shabby Tea Room. This week's challenge is hosted my Debbie and she has provided a beautiful photo for inspiration and asked that you make a holiday gift (set of cards, plate of cookies with a handmade tag, altered art, etc.).




Our sponsor this week is Craft Brulee and they have provided the DT a generous supply flowers and gorgeous lace trims that I know I will be using again in the future. Thank you Craft Brulee. :)

DP's used are from Making Memories, chipboard from Maya Road, glitter from Martha Stewart, handstamped sentiment from Waltzing Mouse, twine and ink from PTI, lace and satin flower from Craft Brulee.

Make sure you stop by my Shabby GF's blogs to see their spectacular creations this week - absolutely gorgeous! :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Get in Shape with The Shabby Tea Room #38

Oh my goodness............I have felt soooo lost without my computer! I am up and running folks, and I am behind schedule with all of my postings. I apologize for the delay, but hopefully things will go smoothly from here on out! :)

This week's challenge at The Shabby Tea Room our lovely host is Pattie and she has asked that all of you create a shaped card other than a square or rectangle. I misunderstood......and thought we were to make a card with shapes! Oops! :0

Our sponsor this week is the ever-so generous Just Rite Stamps!! You can always count on a super-duper prize package from Just Rite! This week's prize is a choice of two Elizabeth Dulemba stamp sets of your choice, plus a mini-binder box, a value of $50.00!!! :) Thank you Just Rite! :)

DP's used are from October Afternoon, Copics, felt, die, cardstock and ink from Papertrey Ink, misc. buttons, pom poms, twine and glitter snowflakes all have been added.

Make sure you stop by my Shabby GF's blogs to see their spectacular creations this week - absolutely gorgeous! :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Season's Greetings - ICS #30

Happy Sunday! Well, the groceries have all been put away, the recipes are all in order as we anxiously await Thanksgiving Day!! :)
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday - food, family and fun without all the worry of gift giving!

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at ICS. What a fun sketch to work with. I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it!

Paper used are from Girl's Paperie, Diecut frame from Quickutz, twine, button, diecut and stamp from PTI, paper flower from Prima, stamped sentiment from Waltzing Mouse, misc. crocheted trim and rhinestone adhesives.

Off to post my card - thanks for taking a peek! Have a wonderful day - Cathy xx :)

Wish List - JUGS #60

Happy Saturday! It was a cold day here in Chicago, and it didn't help that we have been without heat the last couple of days! The HVAC repair man was out today, and I am finally back to creating! My hands were too cold to do anything earlier! :)

This card was created based off of this week's color challenge at JUGS - dark red, white, black and yellow.

Papers used are from Cosmo Cricket, diecut, twine and ribbon and handstamped flourish from PTI, ticket from Tim Holtz, resin flower from Making Memories, misc. felt, crocheted trim and rhinestone adhesives.

Off to post my card..........thanks for taking a peek! Have a great evening - Cathy xx :)

Thanksgiving Greetings - TSTR #36

Monday, Monday.......and it's another fun challenge from The Shabby Tea Room. This week's hostess is our lovely Lisa who has chosen an oh so yummy inspirational photo, and has asked you all to make a card using colors from photo, and include what you are thankful for in your card. Our sponsor this week is Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, and oh boy.....I would love to compete for this prize!

Now.....I designed this card based off of Lisa's color scheme, and certainly with my little Grandson, Trevor Patrick in mind. This is our first Thanksgiving with him, and I can't tell you how thankful I am for that. I tell him everyday he is "Grandma's little angel" and he is! He will be 10 months this week, and every day I marvel in how much he has grown, all the little achievements he has made from clapping, blowing kisses, waving bye-bye, crawling, etc. His personality is taking shape and I can see that he is a little dare-devil (like his Daddy), is quite humerous and know's how to get his way with me! ;) So, I would say that I am thankful for such a wonderful family and our little addition this year!

DP's are from Basic Grey, vintage image from Crafty Secrets, paper flowers from Prima, twine and cardstock from PTI, decorative pin from Maya Road misc. buttons, paper doily and shabby seam binding.

Thanks for taking a peek - now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs to see what lovely inspiration they have for you this week! Have a great week and see you next Monday! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Yuletide Blessings - WMSC #23

It's Saturday and one of my favorite things to do is to check out Waltzingmouse Sketch Challenges for another fun sketch and much to my surprise, I found that my card submitted last week won Top Mouse! Thank you ladies - such an honor! :)

Once again, I used my Big Bloom Poinsettia stamp set. I can't get enough of this wonderful set! I also know that in less than a month, it will go back up on my shelf until next year! :(

I handstamped the Poinsettia image in Avocado Green (PTI) and inked it in with a Q-tip using Vintage Cream (PTI). Glitter, rhinestone adhesives and sentiment were then added.

Off to post my card - thanks for taking a peek and have a wonderful evening! Cathy xx :)

Christmas Greetings - Get Sketchy #64

TGIF and welcome to another great sketch compliments of Get Sketchy.
Any fun plans for this weekend? Me........oh just having the carpets cleaned tomorrow before the holidays! Exciting, huh? :)

DP's and vintage image from Melissa Frances, stamped sentiment from Waltzing Mouse, chipboard frame from Maya Road, buttons, twine and die from PTI, misc. crocheted trim, paper flower, seam binding ribbon and rhinestone adhesives.

Thanks for taking a peek - be sure to stop by and check out the rest of the DT's creations - gorgeous! Have a wonderful evening - Cathy xx :)

Lavender & Lace - The Shabby Tea Room #35

Happy Monday to you and welcome to another fun challenge from The Shabby Tea Room! :)

This week's challenge, our lovely hostess Clare has chosen a beautiful inspirational photo and has asked that you create using the the colors given. Our sponsor this week is My Time Made Easy and the DT was given a generous chose of paper, template, sentiments, etc. to create with. Unfortunately, my computer is experiencing a major hiccup (maybe even a burp) and I am lucky to have printed out the sentiment that I used! I am praying that this will even post!

DP used is from MME, chipboard frame from Tattered Angels, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from JBS, cameo from Webster's Pages, misc. seam binding ribbon, rhinestone adhesives and lace trim.

Thanks for taking a peek - now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs to see what lovely inspiration they have for you this week! Have a great week and see you next Monday! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Season's Greetings - WMSC #22 and CP#89

Well, it's the end of another weekend. Why do weekends go so quickly and the work week seems to drag? Maybe, it's because I can't spend my days creating! :(

This card was created based off of two sketches this week - a very rare occasion! My interpretation for the two was basically the same - I just added leaves for WMSC and stuck to the three objects for CP's.

DP's from TPC Studio, cardstock and ink from PTI, Copics, misc. pearl adhesives, and last but not least......all rubberstamped images from Waltzing Mouse Stamps. I finally broke them out and ooooh, I just love them! :) Sentiment - Complements of The Season, Poinsettia's - Big Bloom Poinsettia, Victorian Trim - Victorian Frippery. Claire just released several new stamp sets and they are just gorgeous - be sure to take a peek. :)

Well, off to post my card - thank you for looking and have a great week! Cathy xx :)

Christmas - TESC #133

One more before I turn the clocks back one hour for Daylight Savings Time and head to bed! :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at Taylored Expressions. This sketch was so much fun to work with! :)

DP's and vintage cardstock sticker from Melissa Frances, twine and buttons from PTI, misc. crocheted trim and jingle bell.

Thanks for taking a peek - good night for now! Cathy xx :)

Christmas Note - Mojo Monday #163

Happy Saturday! It has been a cold and windy day here in Chicago and it feels so good to be in my warm little studio creating Christmas cards tonight! :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at Mojo Monday. I tried to keep this as "clean and simple" as I could, but for those who know me......it was tough! :)

DP's used are from Melissa Frances, grosgrain ribbon, buttons, snowflake stamp/die and sentiment from PTI, Kraft envelope from Maya Road, misc. rhinestone adhesives and baker's twine.

Thanks for taking a peek - enjoy the rest of your weekend! Keep warm - Cathy xx :)

5 cent snowballs - WMSC #21 and EBTKS #26

Happy "hump day"! It feels like it should be Friday already! Colder temps are moving into Chicago tonight and they are predicting snow flurries for tomorrow! Yuck! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at WMSC and EBTKS color challenge. Love this sketch and as for the colors......my absolute favorite color combination! :)

DP's used are from MME, little glassine bag from Emma's Paperie, buttons, twine, cardstock, twine and sentiment stamp from PTI, pail stamp from a sweet little shop in Galena, IL, misc. trim, glitter adhesives.

This time of the year, I don't get home from work until dark and it is very difficult to take pictures indoors. I like the natural light.....all the details show up much better! :(

Off to post my card - thanks for taking a peek! Have a wonderful evening - Cathy xx :)

The Shabby Tea Room #34

It's Monday, and..........it's time for another fun challenge from The Shabby Tea Room. This week, I am your hostess, and I chose a photo for inspiration that I found while "blog-hopping". This blog is filled with all kinds of beautiful photos - so, of course I asked for permission and it was granted. :) Our sponsor this week is There She Goes , and up for grabs is a stamp set.

DP's and flower from Prima, chipboard shopping list from Melissa Frances, handstamped kitchen appliances from SU, twine and cardstock from PTI, misc. shabby seam binding ribbon and button.

Thanks for taking a peek - now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs to see what lovely inspiration they have for you this week! Have a great week and see you next Monday! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Thank you - GS #62

TGIF! So happy the weekend has finally arrived! My DH and I are headed to Galena, IL for the weekend. We received a gift certificate last year for a wedding gift from his Aunt and Uncle for a weekend at a beautiful B&B. This trip was planned for last month, but at the last minute we had to pull out because our dog needed emergency surgery for a kidney stone! Who would think a dog could get a kidney stone?!?

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Get Sketchy! DP used is from Pink Paislee, paper doily from Marth Stewart, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from June Lanum, misc. shabby seam binding ribbon and rhinestone adhesives.

Thanks for taking a peek - be sure to stop by my team mates blogs and see their beautiful creations! Have a great weekend - Cathy xx :)

Absolutely Fabulous - CP #87

It's Thursday evening and the start of my weekend. I decided that tonight while my DH was out umping one of his last games for the season, I would create a card. So, browsing thru bloggy land, I came upon this wonderful sketch at Card Patterns.

DP, rhinestone brooch flower and Parisian stamp from Pink Paislee, sentiment stamp and twine from PTI, misc. paper doily,
shabby seam binding ribbon, trim and rhinestone adhesive.

Off to post my card - thanks for taking a peek! Have a great evening! Cathy xx :)

JustRite 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hop 8

Welcome to JustRite Stampers’ newest Wednesday feature, 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hops 8! Every Wednesday up until Thanksgiving some of your favorite designers will be joining some of the JustRite design team for a series of Christmas blog hops, showcasing JustRite’s entire Christmas Collection of stamps! And don’t forget that JustRite has some Christmas stamps in their newly released CLING line of stamp sets -- you can find them HERE. This week, the designers joining the JustRite design team are the Flower Soft and The Shabby Tea Room challenge blog design teams! So mark your calendars for Wednesdays at 9am Central for great Christmas gift, card & project ideas, starting at the JustRite Inspiration blog!

DP's used are from Jillibean Soup - Christmas Chestnut Soup line - aren't they adorable? My card measures approximately 5.5(h)x4(w) and has several layers that have been machine stitched and inked. The first layer is my plain cardtock from PTI; second layer is my DP that has been machine stitched with a straight stitch and inked. The heart was traced from a chipboard heart that I had, and adhered with gluedots. I then added my twine (PTI) and topped it off with a button from PTI. Now for my sentiment.....stamps used are from JustRite - Hearts Come Home 2" Square. The first layer I stamped in Dark Chocolate(PTI) and colored in the festive lights with R29 Lipstick Red Copic Marker adding just a touch of Barbara Trombley's Art Glitter 86. Angel Dust. The next layer is just a square of DP and the top layer is the sentiment handstamped in Pure Poppy (PTI). The final touch......more buttons and twine (PTI).

Please visit these designers’ blogs to see what fabulous JustRite Christmas inspiration they have for you on the hop today! Thanks for hopping along! :)

JustRite Inspiration Blog - http://justritestampers.typepad.com/justrite-inspiration/

JustRite Design Team:
Sharon Harnist - http://paperfections.typepad.com/
Angela Barkhouse - http://snippetsofpaper.blogspot.com/
Sankari Wegman - http://sunnysankari.blogspot.com/
Stephanie Kraft - http://handkraftedbystephanie.blogspot.com/
Kazan Clark - http://nunutoolies.blogspot.com/
Michele Kovack - http://chelemom.blogspot.com/
Kellie Fortin - http://www.murdocks.typepad.com/
Barb Schram - http://barbschram.blogspot.com/
Debbie Olson - http://debbiedesigns.typepad.com/muse_and_amuse/
Becca Feeken - http://www.amazingpapergrace.com/
Heidi Blankenship - http://embellished-dreams.blogspot.com/

Flower Soft Design Team:
Jeanne Streiff - http://inkypaws.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/
Debbie Seyer - http://www.debbieseyer.com/
Gini Cagle - http://ginicagle.blogspot.com/
Linda Beeson - http://pkod.blogspot.com/
Deb Felts - http://withastampandasong.blogspot.com/
Cibele Glazer - http://flowerfoot.blogspot.com/
Vicki Garrett - http://www.summerthymestudio.blogspot.com/
Dina Kowal - http://mamadinis.blogspot.com/

The Shabby Tea Room Design Team:
Debbie Marcinkiewicz - http://debssimpletreasures.blogspot.com/
Nicole Segnere - http://fabric-paper-scissors.blogspot.com/
Clare Buswell - http://clare-buswell.blogspot.com/
Pattie Goldman - http://pattie-g.blogspot.com/
Lisa Golzbein - http://ohsocutebylisa.blogspot.com/

~friend~ WMSC #20

Happy Tuesday to you! :) We had one of the most wicked storms in history today in Chicago! They (weathermen), are now calling it, the "Chi-cyclone". There are tree's down, electric outages, fires, etc. Luckily, we escaped all harm! :)

While all of the above was going on........I am just recovering from a weekend of nasty flu and thought it was time to design a card! So off to my studio I went, and designed this card based off of this week's sketch at Waltzing Mouse Sketch Challenge. :) I am telling you........the DT never disappoints - such beautiful designs! I applaude you all! :)

DP's used are from MME and Pink Paislee. Diecut frame from Spellbinders (Labels Four), stamp from Waltzing Mouse, glitter, pearl adhesives, twine and handstamped sentiment from PTI, and this gorgeous flower from Pink Paislee as well, but I decided it was lacking something, so I added some glitter to the edges. If anyone has a trick that they wish to share on adding glitter such as I did, please let me know. This took me forever!!

Thanks for taking a peek - off to post my card. Have a lovely evening - Cathy xx :)

Consider It Cased - The Shabby Tea Room #33

Happy Monday to you and welcome to a super fun challenge this week at The Shabby Tea Room! This weeks challenge, you have been asked to CASE a Shabby Girl! CASE = copy and slightly edit.
Our "hostess with the mostest" is none other than our own Debbie! Our sponsor this week is Robyn's Fetish, and up for grabs are two digital images. The design team was given their choice - I chose Waking up Birdie! Isn't she sweet! :)

DP's used are from Cosmo Cricket, Copics, glitter and ribbon all have been used.

Thanks for taking a peek - now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs to see what lovely inspiration they have for you this week! Have a great week and see you next Monday! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Life - Get Sketchy #61

TGIF and welcome to another fun challenge at Get Sketchy. I love this sketch and I know you will too! There are so many possibilities....including turning it on it's side - like I did! Whatever way you decide, just have fun! :) Our sponsor this week is Paper Maniac and up for grabs is a gift certificate. So be sure to play along! :)

DP's are from TPC Studio, handstamped sentiment from PTI, paper flower from Prima, resin cameo from Webster's Pages, decorative pin from JBS, misc. vintage trim and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Thanks for taking a peek - be sure to visit the other team members for inspiration! Have a great weekend! Cathy xx :)

Birthday Wishes - Card Patterns #86

Happy day to you! :) I'm so happy that today is Thursday, and happens to be my Friday. Tomorrow, I will be spending the majority of the day with my Grandson and the rest of the day preparing for the carpet cleaners that will arrive on Saturday morning - yuck!

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Card Patterns. DP's used are from TPC Studios, metal frame from Tim Holtz, paper flowers from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, handstamped sentiment from PTI, misc. crocheted trim and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Off to post my card - have a relaxing evening! Thanks for taking a peek - Cathy xx :)

Autumn Wishes - TSTR #32

Good morning and Happy Monday! Welcome and thank you for joining us this week at The Shabby Tea Room! Our hostess this week is Pattie and Wowzers..........she has chose an oh-so-yummy photo for inspiration!

This is my kind of Autumn - a chocolate covered one! :) You have been asked to design a card/project with a cake, flowers, colors or all of the above. I think.......I could be very creative after a slice of that cake and a good cup of coffee! :)

Our sponsor this week is Meljen's Designs and for the winner.......4 stamps of your choice! The DT was given their choice of an image to design with this week, and I chose Stanley Scarecrow! :)

DP's used are from The Paperloft, cardstock, twine, button and sentiment from PTI, diecut frame from Quickutz, Copics, misc. shabby seam binding ribbon and paper leaves.

Thanks for taking a peek - now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs to see what lovely inspiration they have for you this week! Have a great week and see you next Monday! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Just Thinking of you - WMSC18

One more and off to bed I go! :) This card was designed based off of this week's sketch at Waltzing Mouse. If you haven't had the chance to visit, please do so - you won't believe what you have been missing! I just order a few sets of stamps, and I can hardly wait for the postman to arrive. I will probably tackle him at the curb! ;)

DP's use are from Making Memories, sentiment stamp from PTI, embossed image from Stampers Anonymous, vintage frame from K&Co., flower from Prima, decorative button from Websters Pages, misc. seam binding, crocheted trim and rhinestone adhesives.

Off to post my card and off to bed I go. Thanks for taking a peek - g'night! :o (thats a yawn!)

Cherish - ICS #86

Just a quick post and dash............I had hoped to get home from work early this evening to take a picture of this card in the daylight. Unfortunately, our daylight is fading quickly and I had to take the picture indoors - ugh! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at ICS. What a great sketch and as soon as I saw it, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it! :)

DP's used are from TPC Studios, frame diecut from Nestabilities, frame stamp from Waltzing Mouse, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Jenni Bowlin, resin flourish from Melissa Frances, misc. pearl trim, shabby seam binding ribbon and pearl adhesives.

Thanks for taking a peek - off to post my card! Have a great evening! Cathy xx :)

Thankful - TSTR #31

Good morning and happy Monday! Welcome to another fun challenge at The Shabby Tea Room. This weeks hostess is Nicole and she has chosen a photo that looks all to familiar this time of the year - pumpkins! :D You have been asked to design a card/project using pumpkins and/or orange and green. I decided to work with pumpkins!

Our sponsor this week is My Favorite Things , and this week's winner will be awarded a $15 gift certificate.

DP's used are from Paper Salon, stamps, twine and felt from PTI, decorative pin from Jenni Bowlin, misc. rhinestone adhesive, shabby seam binding ribbon, vintage crocheted trim and vintage button.

Thanks for taking a peek.......now head on over to my Shabby GF's blogs and see what lovely inspiration they have in store for you! Have a great week and see you next Monday! :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Happy Haunting - TESC #131

Happy day to you! We are having a gorgeous day here again in Chicago - sunny, blue and warm! I wish this was the worst it would get, but I know better. Winter is just around the corner - ugh! :)

This card was based off of this week's sketch at Taylored Expressions. This is a great sketch and as Taylor said herself "one that I can see using
over and over again!"

DP's and paper flower used are from Girl's Paperie, diecut frame from Spellbinders, frame stamp from Waltzing Mouse, decorative pin from Maya Road, twine from Papertrey Ink, misc. stamps (threw away the packaging), pearl adhesives and chipboard witches hat.

Off to post my card and out to enjoy this wonderful Fall day! Thanks for taking a peek - have a great day! Cathy xx :)

Trick or Treat with The Shabby Tea Room

Good morning and welcome to another great challenge from The Shabby Tea Room! This week's challenge is hosted by our lovely Lisa who has provided a very unique photo for inspiration. Our sponsor this week is Sassy Studio Designs. The DT was given a generous list of digital sentiments to choose from - I chose "Trick or Treat". I just love the font! :) This week's winner will be awarded with 4 digi images - so get scrappin'!

DP's and paper flower used are from The Girl's Paperie, frame die from Quickutz, chipboard star from Maya Road, sparkle center from Prima, twine and pumpkin face and spider stamp from PTI, glitter from Martha Stewart, misc. bat and orange chipboard, pearl adhesives and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Thanks for taking a peek - have a wonderful day and see you next week with another fun challenge! Cathy xx :)

~Friends~ Get Sketchy #58

TGIF! Welcome to another great sketch at Get Sketchy! Our sponsor this week is Stamping Dragon Designs. I chose this wonderful circular digital sentiment that reads "You don't make friends you earn them."

DP used is from Kaisercraft from the Tea at Elsie's Collection, cardstock from PTI, decorative pin from Maya Road, misc. paper doily altered with GlimmerMist, pearl flourish, shabby seam binding ribbon and paper flower.

If you're looking for a boost in inspiration.....be sure to check out the DT's cards this week - absolutely gorgeous! Lot's of talent on this team - and some great ideas too! :)

I have a date today with this little fellow, my 8.5 month old Grandson, Trevor Patrick. We have plans for a walk to the park and a swing or two - followed-up with lot's of hugs and kisses! Not much designing -
but I have to admit......he's more fun! :)

Thanks for taking a peek - be sure to stop by next week for another great sketch and lot's of inspiration! Have a great day! Cathy xx :)

Pastels and Pearls with The Shabby Tea Room

Good morning and happy Monday! Welcome to another fun challenge from The Shabby Tea Room sponsored by Just Rite. This week's challenge hosted by Clare, you have been asked to design a project based off of the photo given for inspiration.

We, as a design team, have been generously given our choice of stamps and I chose Hearts Come Home. You too have the opportunity of winning a SUPER prize package from Just Rite too! Be sure to check out all the details at The Shabby Tea Room. The DP used is from K&Co. and some OA, cardstock, buttons and handstamped sentiment from PTI, Copics, misc. crocheted trim, shabby seam binding ribbon, decorative pins and pearl adhesives all have been used.

In case you need a boost in inspiration.....be sure to check out my shabby GF's blogs and leave them some love. Have a great week - Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell - Clare's Creations
Pattie Goldman - The Pampered Paper Patch
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Boo - Card Patterns #83

I am so happy this package of goodies came yesterday! I can't get enough of these fun papers from The Girl's Paperie. It feels good to create using a whole new color scheme. I have spent the weekend creating nothing but Fall and Halloween cards. Quite the change from Summer! :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at Card Patterns. What can I say.....another great sketch - thank you! I decided to made the center of my card a tag and work off of that. Lot's of goodies here, DP and paper flower Girl's Paperie, decorative button center Making Memories, decorative pin from Maya Road, ticket die, border stamp, ghost stamp, twine PTI, misc. "boo" stamp, spider embellishment and seam binding ribbon.

Thanks for taking a peek - off to wake my daughter and do some shopping! Have a great day! Cathy xx :)

Happy Halloween - WMSC #16

Good morning and happy sunny Sunday to you! We woke to a very cool crisp morning - upper 40's last night. Brrrr...I feel it coming and me no likey! :(

Yesterday was a good day, but then again it's always a good day when the mailman arrives and there is a package for me. This package arrived filled with all the new Girl's Paperie goodies for Halloween and Christmas! Now, I know you can relate when I say....I couldn't wait to get my paper cutter moving! :)

This card was designed based off of this week's sketch at Waltzing Mouse. Great sketch, but wow......does that design team have enourmous talent. Such beautiful work - be sure to check it out! :)

DP from The Girl's Paperie along with the paper flower, decorative pin from Maya Road, spider web, spider stamp, sentiment stamp and twine from PTI, diecut frame from Quickutz, misc. seam binding ribbon, pearl adhesives and rhinestone adhesves.

Thanks for taking a peek - off to post my card - have a super day! Cathy xx :)

Welcome Fall - PTI September Blog Hop Challenge and MOJO 157

Hello fellow hoppers..........this card was created based off of this week's sketch at MOJO Monday and PTI's September Challenge, where we are to create a project using one of our favorite learned skills from a fellow stamper.

Although, I have never met or spoke with my stamping idol, I know you will all know who I am referring to. She has a unique style all of her own, one that by just looking at her work, you know who designed it. Her art is one that truly speaks for itself - a passion for paper, a love for her family, and life. Her creations capture all things beautiful...bringing together all different types of elements that rejoice in beautiful harmony. Someone once said that "an artist's work is a peek into their soul". Yep....you guessed it, Melissa Phillips. :) I have always been inspired by Melissa's beautiful creations and recognize that although our styles are somewhat different that when people see my work they too will see the love that goes into each of my pieces. :)

Thank's so much for stopping by and taking a peek - enjoy your evening! Cathy xx :)

fall - CCCB #23

Yes...........more pumpkins! I can't seem to get enough of them! I love fall - the cool crisp air, the magnificent colors, the change in our family menu (chili, soups, etc.) - I just don't like the weather that follows - ugh! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks challenge at City Crafter. I haven't played along for quite sometime and when I checked out what was the challenge this week, it was a sketch! I love playing with sketches, so I thought what better time than this week to jump back in.

The papers used are from my stash - I believe Bo Bunny, chipboard from Tattered Angels, glitter from Martha Stewart, diecut frame from Spellbinders, stamped frame from Waltzing Mouse, stamped window, shutters, flowerbox, pumpkin arrangement from PTI, misc. ribbon, trim and button.

Thanks for taking a peek - have a wonderful day! Cathy xx :)

happy harvest - TESC #129

Happy Saturday - yeah the weekend has finally arrived. It is a beautiful fall day here in Chicago - cool, crisp and sunny! This weather has certainly put me in a "ghourd" mood! :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at Taylored Expressions. I am almost embarrassed to even enter this card....if you have seen the DT's work, you would know what I mean - absolutely jaw droppingly beautiful! Be sure to stop by and take a peek - inspiration galore!

The papers I used were from my stash - some old Bo Bunny, cardstock, rubberstamped images and sentiment, buttons and twine from PTI, ribbon from Offray, misc. paper doily and ric rac.

Off to post my card.........have a wonderful day! Cathy xx :)

Joy - Get Sketchy #57

TGIF and welcome to another fun sketch from Get Sketchy! This week's sketch has so many possibilities - be sure to check out the design teams creations for some inspiration! :)

Papers used are from Teresa Collins Noel Collection. I just love these papers they are so rich in color and not necessarily for the holidays. Paper flower from Prima, twine and stamped sentiment from PTI, buttons from jenni bowlin, misc. ricrac and pearl adhesive.

Have a great weekend and I hope you find sometime to create! Cathy xx :)

Back to School with The Shabby Tea Room #28

Happy Monday and welcome to another fun challenge from The Shabby Tea Room. This week's challenge you have been given a photo for inspiration and asked to design a card with a school theme. Our sponsor this week is Digi Doodle Shop who were also very generous with the DT and gave us our choice of an image....I chose the vintage sewing machine. This week's winner will win a gift certificate for $15.00!! :)

Paper and chipboard flower used are from Cosmo Cricket, ribbon from Offray, twine from PTI, misc. chipboard letters and buttons.

Thanks for taking a peek, but before you go......be sure to visit the rest of the DT for some added inspiration and welcome our two newest members! Have a great week! Cathy xx :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Clare Buswell -
Pattie Goldman -
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Miss you - CardPatterns #82

Happy Sunday.....a beautiful sunny, but cool day here in Chicago. With Fall quickly approaching, I have already seen a change in my cooking habits. I made my first big pot of chili last weekend for the Bears opening season and I made a stop at the Farmers Market for eggplant and zucchini - yummy! :)

This card was designed based off of this week's sketch at Card Patterns....I can't get enough of their sketches! :) Papers used are from My Mind's Eye, paper flower and glass pebble from Prima, sentiment and twine from PTI, decorative pin from Maya Road, diecut from Spellbinders, stamped frame from Waltzing Mouse, misc. paper doily and rhinestone adhesives.

Thanks for looking....off to post my card and then back to the kitchen. Typically, during the week, I don't get home from work until after 6:00 p.m., and I try to prepare as many meals as possible on Sunday to save some time. Thanks for looking and have a super Sunday! Cathy xx :)

Happy Birthday - Get Sketchy #56

TGIF! It was a long work week, and I am soooo happy that my weekend has finally arrived! I plan on some creative therapy this weekend! :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at Get Sketchy. I told you...........you really need to check out the sketches! They make creating not only fun but easy! :)

Papers used are from My Mind's Eye, buttons, twine, ticket die, stamp, cardstock and ink from PTI, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, misc. rhinestone adhesives and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Looking for more inspiration......be sure to check out the rest of the DT's cards - you will be in awe and then you have no excuses, but to create a card too! Thanks for taking a peek - have a great day! Cathy xx :)

~hello~ WMSC #14

~Hello~ was designed based off of this weeks challenge/sketch at Waltzingmouse. If you haven't had the chance to check out this challenge blog, please do so......beautiful inspiration from the DT! :)

DP's used are from My Mind's Eye, vintage label from Melissa Frances, Spellbinders Nestabilities (Label Four) used with Waltzingmouse coordinating stamp, ink and sentiment PTI, decorative pin from Maya Road, misc. vintage lace, shabby seam binding ribbon, paper flower and pearl adhesives.

Off to post my card.........thanks for taking a peek! Cathy xx :)

The Shabby Tea Room - #27

Happy Monday and welcome to another fun challenge at The Shabby Tea Room! :) This weeks challenge, you have been given a photo for inspiration and asked to design a card or project featuring nature and/or something green. I decided to go with the nature theme, but leave out the green because our tree's have already started turning!

Our sponsor this week is Tiffany Doodles and as part of the DT we were given our choice of digital image - I chose Tree Trio. If you haven't had a chance to play along - this would be a great week to do so....Tiffany Doodles will be awarding 10 digi images to the winner; 6 images for the 1st runner up; 4 images for the 2nd runner up; and 2 images for 3rd runner up!! :)

Paper's used are from DCW, frame diecut from Spellbinders and stamped frame from Waltzing Mouse Stamps, twine, button, mini tag die and sentiment from PTI.

Feeling stumped and looking for some added inspiration........take a peek at my Shabby GF's blogs! :)

Debbie Marcinkiewicz - {TSTR Creator} - Simple Treasures
Audrey Pettit - Audrey Pettit's Weblog
Lisa Golzbein - Oh So Cute
Melissa Hubert - My Paper Obsession
Nicole Segnere - My Craft Room Creations

Thanks for taking a peek - see ya' next week for another great challenge! Cathy xx :)

Embellish Paper Piercing Challenge

What a beautiful day it was here in Chicago - 70's and sunny! I wish that this was what our winters were like! :)

This card was created based off of Embellish Magazines Paper Piercing Colors Challenge and for inspiration not only wonderful work by the DT, but beautiful photo's taken at CHA. I love that linen dress! :)

Cardstock, button and twine are from PTI, ribbon from Offray, color from Copics, misc. paper doily and pearl adhesives. The rubberstamped seed packet.....unfortunately, I threw the packaging away and I can't remember who I purchased these from.

I had this rubberstamp for sometime and have yet to use it. So, I decided to blow off the dust and give it a go. I "ghost stitched" the Kraft cardstock giving the card a framed look and used a scalloped stitch on the yellow polka dot paper. Once my papers were stitched, down went the paper doily, then my stamped seed pack image, ribbon and last but not least....button and twine.

Off to post my card - have a wonderful evening! Cathy xx :)

Wishing you Sunshine - Get Sketchy Debut #55

TGIF! I am so happy and honored to announce that today is my big debut as part of the fab-u-lous DT of Get Sketchy! :) I have played along for sometime now.....I can't get enough of the wonderful sketches - now I get first dibs! :) If you haven't played along.....please do - the inspiration from the design team is awesome and the sketches are an inspiration in themselves!

The sweet little image used is compliments of our sponsor this week The Greeting Farm. Please be sure to stop by and check out all the wonderful images they have to offer.

The DP used is from October Afternoon, chipboard frame from Maya Road, cardstock, handstamped sentiment, button and twine from PTI, glitter from Martha Stewart, ribbon from Offray and Copics of course.

Thanks for looking and be sure to check out the rest of the design teams inspiration - have a great weekend! Cathy xx :)

A little birdie told me...Mojo #155

Mojo Monday - that's a Monday like today when you got your "mojo" going! :) That only happens for me when I have a Monday off......which doesn't happen too often. Isn't it nice when holidays fall on Mondays? Come on Lotto! :)

This card was designed off of this week's sketch at Mojo Monday. The designed called for a tag which was to be attached to the bow. Hmmmm, I thought.........why go with an ordinary tag? Why not go with something different. So.......keeping with the theme of my card, I decided to take my ordinary tag and turn it into a birdhouse.

DP's are from October Afternoon, paper lace from BasicGrey, stamp set from Impression Obsession, twine from PTI, misc., pearl adhesives, rhinestone adhesives, glitter, ink and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Off to post my card......I hope you had a wonderful day filled with all things you are unable to do on an average Monday! Thanks for taking a peek! Cathy xx :)