Good Times - CPS #75

Happy Saturday! What a fun day this has been....not! We had a structural engineer out today that told us our home has shifted 2.5 inches due to the root system of two large Oaks on our lot. It didn't sound like a big deal until he told us it would be approximately $10,000.00 to repair it and that includes a 25 year warranty. Unfortunately, homeowners doesn't cover this type of damage, but if the tree fell on the house that would be covered. I need to sell alot more cards to cover this expense! :(

Enough of that....This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CardPatterns. I just love this sketch...then again, I love each and every sketch they offer! :) Papers and image are from Gooseberry Patch, paper doily adhesives from K&Co., tab diecut along with rubberstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, velvet leaf from Prima, misc. rhinestone adhesives, sunflower and seam binding ribbon all have been added.

Hope you had a fantastic day - keep creating! Cathy xx :)

Have a Merry Christmas - TSTR #20

Happy Monday! I am so happy you joined us this week at The Shabby Tea Room! We have another fun challenge for you this week - a "1-2-3 Recipe" consisting of: one ribbon, two buttons and three punches or dies.

I am also happy to share with you our super generous sponsor this week....JustRite (located just miles from me), and your chance of winning a $100.00 Gift Certificate!! For those of you who haven't had the opportunity of using these stamps, let me be the first to tell you....you will love how easy they are to use! The nested frames, sentiments and verses offer so much versatility. You will love them! :) Thank you JustRite!!

Papers used are from Making Memories, ink, buttons and twine from Papertrey Ink, misc. glitter, rhinestone and pearl adhesives, shabby seam binding ribbon and felt poinsettia. The stamps I used are from the set Hearts Come Home. Aren't they just lovely?

Make sure you take a peek at all the other DT's creations for some wonderful inspiration! Have a great week and I'm looking forward to seeing all your wonderful creations. Cathy xx :)

Lovely Ladies - GS #48

Yes, a second post for the day! The laundry will never get done this way! ;)

This card was created off of this weeks sketch at Get Sketchy. A simple sketch, but one that could certainly be embellished and that's exactly what I did! :) Papers used are from Graphic45, vintage lace found at a darling little antique shop at the Southern tip of Illinois, pearl adhesives from Martha Stewart, paper flower from Prima, twine from Papertrey Ink, misc. rhinestone adhesives and decorative rhinestone photo corners.

Now....I am truly going to fold a load of towels! Have a great afternoon! Cathy xx

California Fruit - CP#74

Happy Sunday! I hope that the weather is nice where ever you are and that you are enjoying your day. In between loads of laundry....I managed to pop out a couple of cards. :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CardPatterns. I have been itching to you these new DP's from Graphic45 and decided this would be the sketch! With that being said.....all DP's used are from Graphic45, buttons and twine from Papertrey Ink, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, misc. seam binding ribbon, rhinestone adhesives and decorative photo corner.

Off to post my card and then back to the dreaded laundry! =:O Have a great afternoon! Cathy xx :)

My Friend - CPS #176

It's the end of another weekend and I don't feel like I accomplished a thing! :( Weekends are just too short!

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CPS. This was a fun sketch to work with - so many possibilities. I decided to turn my upright. Papers used are from Heidi Swapp, image from Gooseberry Patch, twine and handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, misc. photo corner, sunflower, ribbon and crocheted trim all have been added.

I hope you have a great week and find some time to create! Cathy xx :)

Home for The Holidays - TSTR #18

It's the start of another week and a brand new challenge from The Shabby Tea Room. I know this challenge may be a little tough for those of you who are experiencing the extreme heat and humidity that we are, but there is no better time than the present to get a jump start on......Christmas! Yes, this weeks challenge is "Christmas in July". :)
Some more great news....our sponsor this week is Frost It Pink where another yummy prize package will be awarded!!

This card was designed based on this weeks challenge at TSTR. Papers used are from Basic Grey and October Afternoon, chipboard corner from Tattered Angels, glitter and pine bough punch from Martha Stewart, decorative pin and chipboard heart from Maya Road, handstamped door image from HeroArts, handstamped sentiment from Inkadinkado, misc. rhinestone adhesive, paper doily and shabby seam binding ribbon.

So hop to it ladies....let's see those beautiful Christmas cards! Have a great week - Cathy xx :)

You're Too Kind - CP #72

Just a quick post and run....I have one more load of towels to fold before I hit the sack! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Card Patterns. Papers used are from Graphic45, chipboard frame from Maya Road, paper flower and pearl flourish from Prima, twine and handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, and velvet leaf adhesive from Stampendous.

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

hello - CPS #175

I hope everyone had a great Sunday! We just had a thunderstorm that came thru here that really packed a punch.
I think it has pretty much passed thru, but the weather station said that we are headed back up in the 90's by the middle of the week. Oh well, it's better than sub-zero temperatures and snow! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CPS. The papers used are from Sassafraslass, paper flower from Prima, ticket stub from Jenni Bowlin, decorative bin from Maya Road, photo corner from K&Co., handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink and shabby seam binding ribbon.

Off to post my card........enjoy your evening! Cathy xx :)

Thinking of You - GS #46

Good evening - I hope you all had a wonderful Saturday! :)

This card was created off of this weeks sketch at Get Sketchy. This was a fun sketch to work with - so many possibilities! :)

Papers used are from My Minds Eye, handstamped leaf pattern and sentiment from Papertrey Ink, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, vintage applique and shabby seam binding ribbon all have been added.

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

birthday wishes - MOJO#146

TGIF! It's an absolute beautiful day here in Chicago.....sunny, blue skies, slight breeze and hot! My 6 month old Grandson is on his way over for the afternoon and we have plans for the park. He loves the baby swing - all giggles and smiles....me and him! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Mojo Monday. The papers used are from Girls Paperie, chipboard frame and crown from Tattered Angels, paper flower from Prima, handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, shabby seam binding ribbon and rhinestone adhesives all have been added.

I hope you are enjoying your day - Cathy xx :)

Post Card - CPS #174

It sure was nice to have today off! We went to the town parade with my nieces and nephew and had a great time. We all went out for lunch and back to our house for an afternoon of swimming. I think everyday should be like today! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CPS. I decided to use my Girls Paperie DP - can't get enough of these! Chipboard from Maya Road, glitter from Martha Stewart, buttons and twine from PTI, misc. rhinestone adhesives and rubberstamped image.

Hope you all had a great day! The best thing about having today off......it makes for a short work week! Cathy xx :)

Fabulous - TSTR #17

Happy 4th of July! Hope you have a day filled with celebration, b-que, family and friends! :)

This week at the Shabby Tea Room we are being sponsored by Pixie Petals. Be sure to visit her shop...I know you will find something to enhance your projects.! Also, our guest designer this week is none other than the lovely and creative Annabelle O'Malley. Be sure to visit her blog for oodles of inspiration! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks challenge at The Shabby Tea Room. The challenge......embossing, either heat or dry. I opted to go with the dry using cardstock from Coredinations. This paper works so well for this type of technique. I then sanded it to help make the embossed pattern stand out even more. The paper used is from Basic Grey, crocheted trim, rhinestone adhesives, twine and rubberstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, paper flower from Prima, diecut label from Spellbinders, embossing folder from Quickutz, and butterfly die from Quickutz.

I have to tell you......while using my embossing folder, I broke my Quickutz die-cutting tool! I was so mad....temporarily. This was an emergency - so I ran out to Archivers and ended up buying a larger one that will accomodate the larger dies that I have. Everything does happen for a reason! :)

Enjoy the holiday! Cathy xx :)

So Sweet of You - CardPatterns #70

Just a quick post and dash - I have a deadline to make! :)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Card Patterns. Lots of little goodies on this card - I will go into greater detail later.

Good night! Cathy xx :)

friend - Get Sketchy #42

Just a quick post and run.....I have to prepare dinner sometime! ;)

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Get Sketchy. The DT's card were absolutely beautiful - be sure to take a peek! :)

The papers used are from Making Memories, buttons and handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, flowers from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, pearl adhesives and shabby seam binding ribbon all have been added.

Mad dash to the kitchen........have a great evening! Cathy xx :)

Wish Big - Mojo Monday #145

TGIF - 4 day weekend for me! :)
Lot's of time for creating!

This card was created based off of this weeks sketch at Mojo Monday. What a fun sketch to work with. You can either go round or square with this sketch....I decided to go square. Papers used are from The Girl's Paperie. Diecut decorative border from Marth Stewart, scalloped square and circle from Marvey, vintage crocheted trim, flower trim, shabby seam binding ribbon, chipboard star that has been painted and glittered, decorative pin from Maya Road, paper flower from Prima, handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink.

I hope you have a fun-filled weekend planned - be safe and enjoy the 4th! See you soon - Cathy xx :)