Do Crocks Rule?

This was soooo fun to create. My talented Sister in Law Wendy Weixler showed me how to layer with my Gypsy, and WOW... OK, so here is my first attempt with this layering idea.

Now this took a little planning, trial and error...but oh so worth it. This little guy is King of the High
Seas!

This used four layers to put it all together. The whole image is just so cute. I added the extra motif on the ships flag...that dastardly croc seems to be of pirate origin if you ask me.

The tag was a little challenging...just a tad matey! I cut the black tag in half and used it for the upper and lower edges, then cut out a blue and white tag to place the message on. Whew, that was fun!

Accessories: Cricut Crocks Rule cartridge, tags, 6 various colors of card stock.

A Special Birthday Card for a special little boy...Dylan! In May I was given the honor of making Dylan's birthday cards for his very first birthday. That's right, One Year Old and cute as any little boy on the planet! Searching through all my stamps and books lead me to the idea of this adorable puppy sipping through a straw. That's it! Dylan also uses a straw (already) and the two were an instant match.    Blue and brown were the perfect color schemes for a boy, so off to the next step.

Designing the layout was fun. I developed a few ideas, but the one that seemed to stand out hands down allowed the puppy to extend over the cards edge on top, and over the brown background on the bottom. A simple Happy Birthday message "popped" by using a brown Stampin-Up felt writer on the inside of a Cuttlebug embossing card, before running it through the Cuttlebug with blue paper. The effect was an "antique" look, finished off with a sheer brown petite dot ribbon. Ultra fine glitter brought a little life and charm to the lemonade.

Personalizing Dylan's big event was done by including a picture of the cutie with his mom...now that is a keepsake memory! I used a Gypsy to cut out the lettering, 20 in all! That was a life saver. Adding the For, Date, Time, Place and RSVP stamp finished the invitations.

Accessories: Gypsy, Cricut, brown & blue paper, sheer dot ribbon, fine glitter & ink pad glue, Wandering Gypsy fonts, RSVP stamp & large puppy stamp, Cuttlebug Birthday embossing set, Stampin brown felt writer & brown stamp pad, Martha Stewart edger.

I'm on a roll making CD case inserts. It's fun, it's simple and converts a plain CD case into a keepsake.
Take this little pretty created for my sister. She loves pansy's. I just happen to have the picture perfect paper for this project.

Located on the inside of the case top are 4 insert slots; two on the top and two at the bottom. Your design will slip into these 4 slots. On opposite sides are "edges" that keep inserts from slipping out. Use these as measuring guides. Mine is close to a 4 3/4" square.



To add a touch of flair I placed a layered label in the center, designed with a Gypsy. The middle layer of paper is the less prominent color in the pansy design. Using the same color of ink as the middle layer, brings it nicely together.

The double-sided paper adds a "boutique" look when the case is opened...so sassy!

Accessories: Stampin Up Riveting set, Cricut Lacy Labels, K&Company double faced paper, green & white card stock, white ink.

Saving precious pictures onto a CD makes a great gift idea. Here's a simple way to identify the surprise inside!
A box of clear CD cases cost just a few dollars, and can be found at all office supply stores. Don't own a CD label maker, like me?? No problem. Making a insert does the trick.

I chose theme printed card stock paper with contrasting black paper for a nice edging. The overall measurements are 4 3/4 " by 4 11/16", or almost square. Lettering from the Storybook cartridge (use a GYPSY) were perfect for this look. These letters are 1" by 1/2".



There wasn't room on the front side to add specifics about the pictures. Again, no problem! The flip side of the insert gives additional space. Or, print a ledger and picture specific information to include inside. Mine was a simple message written with a white paint marker.

 

Now I'm on a roll to get more pictures onto a CD!







Accessories: Once Upon a Time card stock, black card stock, white paint marker, Cricut Storybook lettering, Provocraft Gypsy Designer, clear CD case.

I had never heard about the anticipation of waiting for a brown truck till my creative sister in law Wendy told me...now I know! That wonderful brown truck came just as I received the announcement of baby Olivia arriving into this world. Olivia Ninetta is beautiful and inspired this card, the first use of my new Cricut cartridge A Child's Year. The black shadowing adds a lot of depth--don't you think! And Fotoflexer is very fun...that's where the glitter for "Baby Olivia" was added.

Ink: Pretty in Pink from Stampin' Write
Paper: White, Botanical Fashion Colors, Black
Stamps: Warmest Regards,  French Script, Seasons of the Heart
Accessories: Cricut A Child's Year, Cuttlebug Swiss Dots, Nestabilities Scalloped Square, white ribbon

Card Making with Children Idea

My two grandaughters love to make cards when they visit. I have a box that stores all my duplicate and left over cut outs....very fun stuff!
Here's an idea...Have ready some pre-cut images to choose from with cards, cordinating color schemes and a few accessories like ribbon, tags or brads. For this project, I picked dragonflys and a theme of "giving".

 The black background makes the white and yellow pop with definition. Use the extra cut outs for additional cards with a slightly different look, like this one. Even make use of the punch-out portions of the designs for embellishments on the inside of the cards and envelopes. This saves a lot of time and money while adding a very coordinated look!                                                            

Paper: Black, White & yellow 

Accessories: Cricut George & Basic Shapes for the wording and Gypsy Wanderings for Dragonflys, Cuddlebug Tiny Mosaic, Fastenater Staple bar, Ribbon

Happy Birthday, Mom!!

My dearest husband and friend, in cahoots with my fabulous sister in law, bought me a surprise Cricut Expression AND a Gypsy!!  How cool is that??? Here is my first project, created during my hands-on lessons from my dear SIL.  This card was created in honor of my mother's 83rd birthday and love of flamingos.  Happy birthday, Mom!!

Stamps:  Priceless by SU
Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White, Rose Red
Ink:  Rose Red
Accessories:  Cricut "Life is a Beach" Cartridge, Cuttlebug Floral Screen Embossing Folder, Black/White Gingham Ribbon, Brads, Marvy Double Scallop Corner Punch, Rhinestone, Dimensionals