Take Flight - CPS #159

Just a quick post......this card was created based off of this weeks sketch at CPS - sketch #159. Papers and chipboard flourish used are from Bo Bunny, flowers from Prima, chipboard butterfly from Melody Ross, twine from Papertry Ink, ink from Tim Holtz and glitter from Martha Stewart.

I hope you all have a wonderful work week - be it away or at home, I hope you find time to slip in a card or two! Cathy xx :)

Pink Lemonade - PDCC #21

Happy Sunday! One of the most wonderful things about the internet is being able to surf the web looking for subjects that interest you, and this weekend I did just that! I came upon this awsome site - The Play Date Cafe. Each week they post a new color challenge and you design something based off of that pallete. It doesn't have to be a card. It can be anything!! They have a wonderful lineup of designers to inspire you - so be sure to check them out. :)

This card was designed based off of PDCC's pallete - A medium pink, light pink and light yellow. I used paper and flowers from Prima (of course), chipboard frame from Tattered Angels, glitter from Martha Stewart, handstamped butterfly image from Papertry Ink, misc. pearl adhesives, buttons, crocheted trim and seam binding ribbon. It reminds me of Pink Lemonade!! :)

Off to post my card......enjoy your day and keep creating! It keeps you sane in this crazy world! Cathy xx :)

Just a little Something - CardPatterns Sketch #56

Happy Spring ~ the Robin's are here, no flowers and snow today - that's Chicago weather! :)

This weeks card was designed based off of Card Patterns Sketch #56. This sketch was fun to work with and has endless possibilities. The paper and flower used are from Prima, paper doily, vintage frame from Making Memories, pearl stick pin from Maya Road, handstamped sentiment from Papertry Ink, decorative brad from TPC Studio, seam binding ribbon and vintage image all have been added.

Off to post my card - have a great weekend and keep creating! Cathy xx :)

Dream - CPS -Sketch 158

Sunday........and another rainy day! I'm going to take this as a positive and have hopes that Spring is just around the corner! :)

This card was created using this weeks sketch at CPS - sketch 158.
Papers used from K&Company and Prima. Pearls and large flower from Prima, ticket from Tim Holtz, misc. crocheted trim, velvet leaves altered using GlimmerMist and ribbon from my stash.

I hope you all have a wonderful Sunday. Today, I am off to take a peek at my Son's new apartment and help him measure for blinds. Yes, my baby is leaving the nest and tempting to live on his own. It should be interesting....he has already told me that he will need my help on teaching him to grocery shop and how to do his laundry! Have a great day! Cathy xoxo :)

Wish - Card Patterns - Sketch 55

This card was made for Card Patterns based off of Sketch 55. This card measures approximately 4.75x4.75 and is made with several patterns of paper that have been machine stitched and inked. The papers and flower used for this card are from Prima. Resin frame from Melissa Frances and rubberstamped sentiment from Papertrey Ink. Rhinestone flourish, crocheted trim, velvet leaf, decorative pin and seam binding ribbon all have been added.

I can't get enough of this Shabby Chic line from Prima this release! I told you there would be many more cards made using this paper and I have kept my promise. The possibilities are endless!

Well, off to post my card and back to the scrap table for some more Prima goodies! Have a wonderful evening and happy scrapping! Cathy :)

Moxie Fab's - Tuesday Trigger

I have been oohing and aahing my way thru Moxie Fab's blog for a few weeks now and have finally decided this was the week to participate in the Tuesday Trigger. This weeks trigger was a beautiful serene image from Alicia Thelen. An image, where you image yourself enjoying a hot cup of tea with a newspaper as you glance up occasionally to catch a glimpse of a bird outside your window.

This card was created using the color scheme given and I decided to add my own little touch. Papers were from my misc. stash, decorative pins from Maya Road, flower from Prima, vintage image from Crafty Secrets, twill from Papertrey Ink, rhinestones and handstamped flourish also have been added.

Off to continue my oohing and aahing at the list of participants this week at Moxie Fab World! Have a wonderful evening and have fun creating - Cathy :)

Tomorrow is a new Day - CPS #157

"Tomorrow is a new Day" was designed based off this week's sketch #157 at CPS. Once again, I used the beautiful shabby chic papers and flowers from Prima's new line. I am so inspired by these papers and I have already put in my second order for more! I have machine stitched and inked along with using a scalloped border and scalloped circle punch. The chipboard butterfly is from Tattered Angels. I inked the edges and added Martha Stewart glitter. The center button is from a Prima Flower that I removed for a prior card and added something else. The twine and rubberstamped sentiment is from Papertrey Ink.

I hope you don't get tired of this line of paper, but I really feel the possibilities are endless! There are many more cards to come using this line along with all the beautiful flowers! If you haven't had a chance to check them out........do so! You'll have so much fun! Have a great day and have fun creating! Cathy :)