Friday, December 10, 2010

Meljen's Designs- Challenge #37 Red, Green, & Gold

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
but a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny rein-deer,
with a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.

More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and call'd them by name:
"Now, Dasher! Now, Dancer! Now, Prancer, and Vixen!
"On, Comet! On, Cupid! On, Donder and Blitzen!
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(from the 1823 poem A Visit from St. Nicholas,
also know as Twas the Night Before Christmas)




Rudolph didn't join Santa's team until 1939 when he was devised for an ad campaign. (More HERE) Isn't it amazing that he has become such an important part of our Christmas folklore in less than 100 years?


So why am I spouting poetry and talking about Rudolph? Well, Melissa really out did herself with the newest Meljen's Designs release. I know I always rave about all her images but I LOVE these ones. Check them out:



I had some big, big plans with these images. I wanted to make an "ornament" out of each of the reindeer and Santa's sleigh to hang on the garland decorating my stairs. But after some mishaps (I spilled a cup of tea), I ran out of time to get them all completed before my post. I am still planning on completing my project, but it might be for Christmas 2011.
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I did manage to complete one ornament with the most famous reindeer of all.....



While you are finishing up your Christmas cards and projects this week, don't forget to join in the Meljen's Designs "Red, Green, & Gold" challenge for your chance to win some Meljen's Designs digital stamps.
Thank you for looking!


Supplies:
  • Images: Rudolph by Meljen's Designs (available on Whimsy Stamps), Tree Trimming Trio & Just the Ticket from PaperTrey
  • Papers: Stampin' Up Real Red CS, Old Olive CS, River Rock CS, & Dashing DP, Neenah Crest solar white CS
  • Inks: Stampin' Up River Rock, Real Red, Old Olive
  • Tools: Stampin' Up edge punch, PaperTrey Ticket die, Big Shot, Spellbinders Nestablities, Copic Markers, EK Sucess snowflake punch, Xyron
  • Embellishments: misc. gold doily, red felt flower, button, bakers twine, glitter, gemstones, gold cord, ribbon, gold paint pen, & bell, Sakura gold & clear glitter pens

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Thursday, December 9, 2010

Lindsay's Stamp Stuff - Sweet Treats

This week Lindsay challenged her DT to come up with some ways to package holiday treats. Since I am finally kicking my cold, I actually felt like I was able to create something. Believe it or not but it turned out how I pictured it in my head. That almost never happens for me.




I have to admit it was pretty easy to make this. Don't you love when a plan comes together. I could easily see making several of these for teachers, the mail man, etc. I did not tie the ribbon (which makes it vastly quicker and easier for me). I stuck it to the doily and the jar (recycled) using score tape. I then stuck it together on the left side where it comes together and looped/tied the bakers twine around it to hold it. Although you can't see it here, I used my circle nesties to cut a piece of coordinating cardstock and slipped it ontop of the metal lid but held in place with the ring.

You may be asking what the heck is in that jar? They are Cinnamon Sugar Almonds and they are AWESOME. I had to beat my husband off them with a spatula so that I would have enough to fill my jar. They are just like the ones you get at the fair in the summer. They have the added bonus of making your house smell WONDERFUL. And, best yet, they are EASY! A few minutes to prep, dump in them in the slow cooker (or I make 4 bags at a time in my Nesco) and then you leave them except to stir them for 2 hours. If you would like to try yourself, here is the recipe for the Sugared Cinnamon Almonds. I also like that the recipient doesn't have to eat them right away like a lot of the home made goodies you get. You can enjoy these in January with a cup of hot cocoa when all the cookies are nothing but a memory (and another dimple on my thighs.)

I love this Santa image. Doesn't he look like he is saying "Better not pout"? He is super easy to color because all the shading is already done for you.


Make sure you stop by the Lindsay's Stamps Stuff shop on mygrafico.com. Lindsay has been adding fabulous sets (digital stamps, digital paper, clip art, SVG files) like crazy. Remember that the clip art sets are wonderful for quick cards. Mygrafico is having a one-day only sale today. Everything is 40% off!



I'll leave you now so you can check out the sale and visit the other DT members to see what kind of sweet treats they cooked up for you. Remember to stop by Lindsay's blog to grab her weekly freebie.

Lindsay Weirich (Owner & Stamp Designer)
Cindi Hooks
Diane Bove
Jennifer Bliss
Karin Martin
Laurel Seabrook
Leanne Garner
Margie Visnick
Micki Harper
Rhonda Walker
Shannon Neparko
Tamara Bennett
Tracey Allen


Supplies:

  • Images: Nature's Christmas & Vintage Christmas Labels from Lindsay's Stamp Stuff (available on mygrafico.com) Christmas Potpourri Bingo from Lindsay's Stamp Stuff (available on shophomade.com)
  • Papers & CS: Cosmo Cricket Mitten Weather DP, Neenah Crest solar white CS, PaperTrey dark chocolate CS
  • Inks: Distress Inks Antique Linen, Tea Dye, Vintage Photo, Old Paper
  • Tools: Big Shot, Clear Dollar Stamps Designer Labels dies, Copic Markers, Score Tape, circle punch
  • Embellishments: Jenni Bowlin vintage button, PaperTrey bakers twine, misc. ribbon, doily, Tattered Angels Snow Queen glimmer mist, canning jar & treats

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Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Prairie Fairy Spread the Word Candy




The Prairie Fairy is moving back to blogger and is offering this fantastic candy. Check out her blog post HERE to get the details.
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Monday, December 6, 2010

Crazy for Cocoa

Happy Monday! Thank you for all the well wishes last week when I was feeling under the weather. I am feeling much better this week. Unfortunately, it seems like my daughter may have caught it. She stayed home from school today. I hope she is able to kick it quickly.

I saw that there is a new challenge blog dedicated to Sweet N Sassy's Cocoa the mouse. He is a favorite at our house. My daughter just loves him. In fact she got a stuffed animal mouse as a gift and named it Cocoa. Given all that, how could I not make a card for the first challenge? DD was going to make a card too but the lure of the snow outside was stronger than idea of making cards with mom inside. Since she was outside and didn't see this card, I am going to give it to her for Christmas.



Thank you for stopping by today! Have a great week!

Supplies:

  • Stamps: Sweet Cocoa from Sweet N Sassy Stamps, Baby It's Cold Outside from My Favorite Things, Just the Ticket from PaperTrey
  • Papers: Neenah Crest solar white CS, Stampin' Up Real Red CS, October Afternoon Very Merry DP
  • Inks: Stampin' Up Real Red, Close To My Heart Crystal Blue
  • Tools: Stampin' Up edge punch, PaperTrey ticket die, Copic markers
  • Embellishments: Hug Snug seam binding, PaperTrey bakers twine, Sakura clear glitter pen, misc. button & gem stones


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Saturday, December 4, 2010

Sentimental Sundays Challenge #32 - Anniversary

It's time for the Sentimental Sundays new challenge. This week we are challenging you to create an anniversary card or project. Don't forget to include a sentiment.


I had great ideas for this card but I think being sick all week kind of put a damper on my mojo. Even though I'm not really happy with this card, I have to admit I really like these coffee cups.

Once again I am going to keep this short. I hope you will join the Sentimental Sundays Anniversary challenge for your chance to win four digital sentiment sets and a custom watermark/signature from Raindrop Echo Designs.

Thank you for stopping by!

Supplies:

  • Images: So Happy Together from Fresh Brewed Designs, computer generated sentiment
  • Papers & CS: Dark Chocolate & kraft CS from PaperTrey, October Afternoon DP, Neenah solar white CS
  • Inks: Antique Linen Distress Ink
  • Tools: Big Shot, Spellbinders Nestabilities dies
  • Embellishments: Hug Snug seam binding, Hero Arts gemstones, Sakura clear glitter pen

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Music Saves My Soul Saturday

Hurray! Marcea is back with Music Saves My Soul Saturday! Although I kept posting songs every Saturday, I missed seeing what every one else picked for their song. If you would like to join in, link up your blog post with your selection on Marcea's blog.

If you would like to see the songs I posted in the last few weeks, click here.

I had a hard time picking this week. I feel like I should pick a holiday/seasonal song but I am really hooked on Florence + the Machine this week. So, I am sharing 2 songs....

First, Florence + the Machine

Then a seasonal song that I have had stuck in my head for weeks. Any one with kids will be able to relate to this song. I already shared once on FB but here it is on my blog....




If this song tickles your funny bone, you can download it free at amazon.com.


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Friday, December 3, 2010

Meljen's Designs - Challenge #36 a Sketch

My love of snowmen has been well established over the last week. But, after looking at Meljen's Designs new release this week, I have to say I think penguins might come in a close second.



Isn't this little guy just the cutest? I used my new Crate Paper dp. I love the fun colors. I swear there is olive in the DP to match the bow but I think it got covered up. I also added a lot of shimmer which doesn't show up very well in the picture. I added glitter to the white parts of his hate and spritz the entire thing with some glimmer mist.



Here is a look at the entire new release which you can get at Whimsy Stamps. While you are there, you might want to check out Melissa's new line of pre-colored digital images which will help to make card/gift making a breeze.







If you would like to join the Meljen's Designs challenge, this week we have a sketch for you. I hope you will join us for your chance to win some Meljen's digis.









I'm going to keep this post short. I am still battling my cold and my brain doesn't seem to be working its best. Thank goodness I was able to get my DT projects done before my cold hit. It has totally sapped my mojo.



Thank you for stopping by!



Supplies:


  • Images: Penguin's Little Letter from Meljen's Designs, Warm Winter Wishes from Raindrop Echo Designs (both available on Whimsy Stamps)
  • Papers & CS: Neenah Crest Solar White, GP CS, Crate Paper Snow Day collection, misc. dark pink CS
  • Inks: Close To My Heart Crystal Blue
  • Tools: Big Shot, Spellbinders Nestabilities, EK Sucess snowflake punches, Provocraft snowflakes embossing folder, Copic markers
  • Embellishments: Liquid Applique, Hero Arts olive gemstones, Snow Queen Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist, Sulyn Sparkling Ice glitter glue, Olive Hug Snug seam binding

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