celebrate - My Favorite Things - TSTR68 and DYSU26

What fun I am having off today - a real treat to be in my studio creating away! :)

This card was created based off of this week's challenge at The Shabby Tea Room - My Favorite Things and DYSU - squares.  It was tough narrowing down what exactly is "My Favorite Things", but I narrowed it down to a few - Webster's Pages, Prima flowers, doilies, rhinestones and pearls. :)

DP's from Webster's Pages, flowers from Prima, cardstock, twine and stamped sentiment from PTI, misc. paper doily, vintage lace, decorative pins, rhinestone and pearl adhesives.

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

Fresh Squeezed - PDCC88

Happy Thursday!!  I'm finally feeling like it is Summer here - it's going to be a HOT one the next couple of days - upper 80's today and 90's tomorrow.  I love the heat- just not the humidity that goes along with it here in Chicago.

Anywhoo.....here is my card created based off of this week's color challenge at PDCC.  So with heat....comes Lemonade.

DP's from Kaisercraft and October Afternoon, diecuts, stamps, cardstock, twine and ink from PTI, misc. flower, trim and paper doily.

Thanks for taking a peek....keep cool and enjoy your day!
Cathy xx :)

Smile - CardPatterns121

Happy Wednesday, and happy it is!!  I have started my 4th of July weekend early and have the rest of the week off - yippeeeee!  So, you know how I started my weekend - with a card of course for this week's challenge at Card Patterns. :)

A lovely sketch to work with was given, and this is what I came up with.

DP's from October Afternon and MME, stamps from Waltzing Mouse and PTI, diecuts from PTI and Spellbinders, cardstock, ink, twine and button from PTI, misc. seam binding ribbon, rhinestone and pearl adhesives, ricrac, doily and pins.

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

You're berry sweet - The Ribbon Reel #5 - Summer Fruit

Happy Monday!  Happy it is.....although, I am working today - I decided to take Wednesday and Thursday off this week and give myself a longer weekend with the holiday!  Yippee! :)

This card was created based off of this week's challenge at The Ribbon Reel - Summer Fruit.  I just love Summer fruit, and strawberries are one of my favorites! :)

DP's from MME, cardstock, button, stamped image and sentiment from PTI, paper doily from Martha Stewart, Baker's Twine from The Twinery, misc. rhinestone adhesives, shabby seam binding ribbon, vintage crocheted trim and decorative pins.

Thanks for stopping by - have a great week!  Cathy xx :)

4th of July - PDCC87

Wow....can you believe the 4th of July is almost here already?  Maybe it's just me, but I don't even feel like summer has really arrived yet.  The weather certainly hasn't cooperated that's for sure.  It almost feels like Spring with an occasional blast of heat.  Oh well, hopefully it will warm up long enough so that we can actually swim in the pool without freezing! :)

This card was created for this week's challenge at PDCC.  I don't know where these girl's manage to come up with these beautiful photo's for inspiration - just hope they keep on coming! :)

DP's from K&Co., Echo Park and October Afternoon, cardstock, twine, tag die and sentiment from PTI, metal memo pin from Tim Holtz, chipboard star from Melody Ross, misc. paper doily, seam binding ribbon and rhinestone adhesive.

Once again, thank you for stopping by and enjoy your day - tomorrow's Monday! Cathy xx :)

hello friend - Simon Says Stamp and Show some Metal

It's me again............with a quick post and run!  Lots to do today, but wanted to get one last card in for the day. :)

This card was created for this week's challenge at Simon Says Stamp and show some metal.

DP's from MME, metal from Tim Holtz (of course), resin flower from Maya Road, cardstock, twine, buttons, tag die and stamped sentiment from PTI, misc. paper doily, burlap, seam binding ribbon and vintage lace found in my travels.

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

Vintage Finds - CYDA23

Good Morning and Happy Sunday! Another beautiful day here in Chicago and just wanted to pop in with another card before my day begins. 

This card was created for this week's challenge at CYDA - vintage theme.  The perfect challenge for me! :)

DP's from Cosmo Cricket and Girl's Paperie, button card, sentiment, buttons, twine and cardstock from PTI, flower from Prima, misc. shabby seam binding ribbon, decorative pins, pearl adhesives, vintage image, paper doily and clothespin.

Thanks for taking a peek - enjoy your day!  I hope where ever you are the weather is perfect too!  Cathy xx :)

just a note - TSTR #67

Happy Saturday and what a gorgeous day it is here today - finally!!  It is sunny, blue skies, slight breeze and in the low 70's.  What else could you ask for?

My little guy just left a little while ago, and I thought I would sit down a make a card or two.  This card was designed based off of this week's challenge at The Shabby Tea Room.  A beautiful photo for inspiration was given and we were asked to use the colors in the photo along with ginghams and polka dots. My favorite colors and patterns! :)

DP's used are from MME, paper flowers from Prima, cardstock,buttons,twine,tag diecuts and sentiments all from PTI, bakers twine from The Twinery, misc. vintage trim, seam binding ribbon, paper doily, chipboard frame and vintage image.

Thanks for stopping by and taking a peek - have a great day!  Cathy xx :)

wish big - DYSU #25 and Sassy Cheryl's Color Me #28

Yesss.....TGIF!  Another long week....and finally the weekend has arrived.  Any big plans this weekend?  My little Trevor Patrick (Grandson) is coming for a sleepover tonight.  I can't wait - any time away from him is too much!  At this age, everytime I see him, he has learned something new.  His Mommy (Kelsey) said he learned a "bad word" this week......"mine"! :)

This card was created for DYSU - Mustard/Mauve/Pink and Sassy Cheryl's coloring challenge this week.  Isn't this image just the cutest?  She also has a little boy version of this image as well.  If you haven't had a chance to stop by, please do.  Cheryl's images are without a doubt the CUTEST on the web! :)

DP's from Little Yellow Bicycle, cardstock, button, twine and diecuts from PTI, misc. ribbon and paper doily.

Thanks for taking a peek - have a great weekend!  Cathy xx :)

Make a Wish - CR84FN32, VLVJUN2011 and Wee Memories60

Happy Sunday to you!  I hope you all had a great day celebrating Father's Day with your Dad's, hubby, etc.  My Father lives a few hundred miles south from me - so he received a phone call and my DH has been out all day referring LaCrosse.  We will celebrate with a yummy dinner when he gets home! :)

This card was created based off of VLVJUN sketch #2, Wee Memories - celebration, and Mona's beautiful colors she chose for us to work with this week at CR84FN.  These color's remind me of a beautiful summer day like today! :)

DP's from lily bee design, chipboard frame from Tattered Angels, stamped image and sentiment from Nina B designs - The Craft's Meow (I love it!), paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, misc. trim, shabby seam binding ribbon, paper doily and rhinestone adhesives.

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

Sweet - CardPatterns120

Yes....I know!  How often is it that I actually post two cards in one day?  I actually had time this evening to fit this one in for this week's sketch at Card Patterns.  This sketch is awesome - and so were the DT's inspiration! :)

DP from jillibean, twine and cardstock from PTI, paper flower from Prima, strawberry and sentiment stamp from Unity Stamp, misc. paper doily and bee charm.

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

the earth laughs in flowers - Mojo Monday 195

Happy Saturday!  I just love mornings like this....sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee and watching the birds by my feeder.   There's nothing like summer! :)

This card I started last night and finished this morning for Mojo Monday's sketch challenge.  A great skech that can be used again and again! :)

DP's from Cosmo Cricket, stamped image and sentiment from PTI, scalloped and banner dies from PTI, misc. trim and rhinestone adhesives.

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

My Friend - PDCC86 and VLVJUN2011 - Week 3

It's me again....three's a charm right?  In between loads of laundry this is what I managed to create.  Can you image what I could do if I didn't do the laundry!?! ;)

The card was created based off of this week's sketch at VLV and the gorgeous color's at The Play Date Cafe.  Such beautiful inspiration from both design teams - be sure to stop by! :)

DP's from MME, paper doily from Martha Stewart, stamp, twine, banner die, scallop die and cardstock from PTI, frame die from Spellbinders, misc. buttons and paper flower made by me.

Thanks once again for taking a peek - have a wonderful evening!  Cathy xx :)

                

hello friend - Northridge Publishing

Yes....it's me again!  It's a beautiful day here - sunny, not too hot and beautiful blue skies.  A perfect photo-op for this little card!

Paige's challenge at Northridge Publishing this week - an animal shaped card.  Who said birds aren't animals, and can't be shabby chic? :)

DP's from Girl's Paperie, stamped sentiment, button and twine PTI, bakers twine from The Twinery, misc. vintage trim, flower and rhinestone adhesives.

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

Dude - You Rock! - CFC7 and DYSU24

TGIF!  Thank goodness for weekends - this has been one long week, and it looks like it might be a good weekend weather-wise....finally! :)

This card was created off of this week's challenge at Cas-ual Fridays - color block and DYSU - use a star.

DP's from BoBunny and October Afternoon, cardstock, stamps and dies from PTI, washer from AMM and bakers twine from The Twinery.

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

~little one~ Moxie Fab's - Tuesday Trigger

Happy Sunday - and a long weekend it has been!  I had my 17 month old Grandson Trevor for the weekend, and every muscle in my body aches...I mean aches, but it was worth it!!  He just has the most darling personality, and is already quite the comedian.  We just giggled together the whole weekend! :)

It was so nice to be able to create a card this evening, and I created this one for this week's Tuesday Trigger at Moxie Fab - Cosmopolitan Neopolitan.  I remember as a child, we didn't have all the ice cream flavors there are today, and my Mother would always bring Neopolitan home.  My siblings and I would slice out the flavor we liked, mine....chocolate, of course! :)

DP's used are from Crate Paper, MME and October Afternoon.  Cardstock, twine, buttons and sentment PTI, chipboard heart from Maya Road, paper flower from Prima, misc. felt, crocheted trim, pin, paper doily, vintage ricrac and corrugated board.

Thanks for taking a peek - have a super week!  Cathy xx :)

Birthday Wishes - DYSU #23

Happy Thursday!  One more day.....and ahh the weekend!  Any big plans?  I will have my grandson for the weekend, and we have a graduation party for my nephew.  Hopefully, the weather will be nice! :)

This card was created for this week's challenge at DYSU. My card was chosen as a winner for week #18,  and I was honored with a spot as Guest Designer. Thank you ladies! :)

The sponsor this week is Bugaboo, and I chose this cute little image - Gus Birthday - Rocking Chair.  Isn't it fun?

DP's from Echo Park, cardstock, twine, ribbon, banner die and scalloped die from PTI, Copics and misc. button.

Thank you for taking a peek - have a great day!  Cathy xx :)

P.S. Is anyone else having problems leaving comments on blogs or is it just me?  I'm open for suggestions - thanks! :)

Love lives here - HSI #1

Happy Monday!  It's a HOT one here today in Chicago.  It's 93 degree's and humid.  For those of you who live in area's where there is no humidity - it is sticky, but once again, I'm not complaining.....I've waited all Winter for this! :)

This card was created for this week's challenge at Heart Song Designs using one of Leah's sweet designs.  This is their first challenge, and I just had to jump in.  I hope you have time to join in on the fun! :)

A little paper piecing, a little coloring, a little sewing, and voila'...
a card! :)

DP's from My Mind's Eye, chipboard heart from Maya Road, bakers twine from The Twinery, misc. rhinestone adhesive and buttons. 

Thanks for taking a peek - off to post my card!

Hi - CR84FN31 and WMSC50

A happy sunny Sunday to you!  It appears the storms have passed thru and there are hopes for a beautiful day.  We are headed to my sister's house for an afternoon barbeque and a dip in the pool.  I just love summer!! :)

This card was designed based off of this week's sketch at Waltzing Mouse and Mona's beautiful color scheme at CR84FN.

DP's from Pink Paislee, carstock, ink and twine from PTI, decorative pin from Maya Road, butterfly charm from Charm Me, paper flower from Prima, vintage lace from my many travels, misc. pearl adhesives, and rubberstamps from Waltzing Mouse - Victorian Frippery.

Thanks for taking a peek - off to make a salad for the barbeque.

Have a wonder day - Cathy xx :)

happy birthday - SSS111

It's me again......with another card!  A storm just came thru with high winds, thunder and lightening and heavy rain.  So what better way to wait it out than to make a card?  :)

This card was created based off of this week's sketch at The Sweet Stop.  I went with this darling digital image from Sassy Cheryl's.

DP's from my stash, button and twine from PTI, paper flower Making Memories, misc. ribbon and rhinestone adhesives.

Thanks for taking a peek - have a great evening!
Cathy xx :)

Enjoy your day - Sassy Cheryl's #66

Just a little somethin'-somethin' for Sassy Cheryl's challenge.  This week we were to create a gift tag, card or box.  I chose to go with the gift tag.

I used "Bubblegum Disaster" digital image from Sassy Cheryl's.  DP's from Crate Paper - Emma's Shoppe Collection.  Diecut scalloped border from PTI, diecut banner and sentiment from Taylored Expressions, chipboard star from Melody Ross, glitter from Martha Stewart, Copics, misc. pearl adhesive, seam binding ribbon and a vintage button from my many travels.

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

So Sweet of You - Wee Memories #59

Happy Saturday!!  It's finally Summer here in Chicago - hot and humid, but I'm not complaining! :)

This card was created for Wee Memories Saturday Challenge - Anything Goes. 

DP's and chipboard elements from October Afternoon, paper flower from Prima, decorative pin from Maya Road, paper doily from Martha Stewart, baker's twine from The Twinery, twine, scalloped die and handstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink, misc. rhinestone adhesives.

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

One more to go......PTI - 3rd Anniversary - Round & Round

Two down.....one more to go!  I have one of the 3rd Anniversary Sets - Round & Round from Papertrey Ink left in my Etsy shop.  Just as I thought, the first two disappeared off the shelf.

There are 24 images in this set along with many sentiments as well.  I use this set quite a bit - I love the beautiful frame included in this set.

This set will never be offered publicly by PTI - so now's your time to scoop it up!  Have a great evening - Cathy xx :)

The Coveted PTI Anniversary Sets!

For those of you who maybe interested......I just listed in my Etsy shop(2) of the Papertrey Ink 4th Anniversary Sets and (1) of the 3rd Anniversary Sets. :)

These sets will not be released for sale thru PTI and have never been used.  I have kept a set each for myself and would love to unload these for future purchases.

Go take a peek - I'm sure they won't be around for long! Have a good evening! Cathy xx :)