"Shiny Pink" Fusion Challenge

It's a brand new Fusion Challenge!! Love this one so much...so vintage, so retro, so shiny :) SO. MUCH. FUN!

PROCEDURES:
1. Play with just the sketch challenge.
2. Play with just the inspiration photo challenge.
3. Or you can create FUSION by combining BOTH challenges into one card.
4. Use the challenge graphic and link back to Fusion in your post.
5. Please read the other considerations on the Our Rules Page before playing along.

I made this miss you card inspired by the picture. I went with the teal and pink colors, since I didn't have a car anything I decided to say Miss you...

To play along with this Fusion Challenge go HERE

Thanks for stopping in! 

Happy Crafting

xoxo

Danni

Sweet Summer {SRM Challenge-Summer}

Well it's officially summer..yiippppeeeeee!!! The weather has just been amazing...not too hot and not too cold with a slight breeze...just perfect summer weather for me :) I have been getting super crafty lately and wanted to play along AGAIN with the new SRM challenge blog, and naturally it is summer themed :). SIDE NOTE- jic in case you haven't heard yet, SRM has a new challenge that lasts for a whole month. Plenty of time to make a card or 10 whatever you are feeling, there is a ton of inspiration from the design team and ALSOOOOOOOO....you could win a prize!!! (you will want to check out the prize pack...let's just say it's pretty generous, so make sure to give Susan a big shout out :)

OK here is the theme:

 Just go HERE to play along

For the month of June, we are looking for any and all projects that celebrate SUMMER!
Scrapbook Pages
Picnics
4th of July
Canada Day
Birthday Parties
Pool Parties
School's Out for Summer
Teacher Appreciation
And so on...
All we ask is the you use ONLY SRM Stickers and Products but you can also use SRM in combination with your own stamps, papers, die cuts and so on!

Our rules (to keep this fun and fair):
1. Only SRM product is permitted but you can combine with any stamps, paper, die cuts, etc.
2. Please comment on the project ahead of you and behind you in the link. Everyone LOVES comments!
3. You can link to other challenges - there is no limit.
4. Anything that is offensive or does not follow our guidelines will be removed.


Prizes:

So many options and pretty nice prize pack huh???

Here is what I made using the Sticker Sentiment Summer and you can find it HERE.

Thanks for stopping in and cannot wait to see what you come up with!

Happy Crafting

xoxo

Danni

SRM Challenge {Set Sail}

WOWzers it has been a busy week of crafting. And we are now onto a new SRM challenge- Summer! And, boy it sure has been feeling like summer around here. The weather has been consistently warm even into the evening, I am afraid it might be a HOT HOT HOT summer.  What better way to get in the mood then creating a fun summer card with thoughts of sailing, right!?!?!

 Here is this months theme:

Just go HERE to play along :)

For the month of June, we are looking for any and all projects that celebrate SUMMER!
 

Scrapbook Pages
Picnics
Birthday Parties
Pool Parties
School's Out for Summer
Teacher Appreciation
And so on...

All we ask is that you use ONLY SRM Stickers and Products but you can also use SRM in combination with your own stamps, papers, die cuts and so on!

 

Our rules (to keep this fun and fair):

1. Only SRM product is permitted but you can combine with any stamps, paper, die cuts, etc.
2. Please comment on the project ahead of you and behind you in the link. Everyone LOVES comments!
3. You can link to other challenges - there is no limit.
4. Anything that is offensive or does not follow our guidelines will be removed.
5. Have fun!
 

Prizes:
The winner will receive a Prize Package from the SRM Online Store. We will also be recognizing some honorable mentions! 

 

I was out with me friend Nicole having coffee and we decided to peek into Micheals while we were out and we found this CUTE nautical paper pack by DCWV that we decided to split. Since it was so summer-y it was perfect to use on my summer card for this challenge :)

Make sure to stop in to see the rest of the dt and their summer project. They are all so CUTE!

June Houck
Lesley Croghan
Shelly Kurth
Tenia Nelson
Tessa Buys
Tori Holman
Tobi Crawford

XOXO

Hello Everyone!!

Have you guys checked out the NEW SRM Muslin bags and Burlap Bags, yet??  I am totally in love with them. They are so versatile and fun to play with. I got to bring one home to make a sample with to put up at my work. I decided to use the muslin bag and went with a Love theme. Not only is it getting close to Valentine's day but I am simply in LOVE.  :)

 This bag was so easy to make and only takes few minutes and a few supplies:

1) Muslin Bag and Love Sticker Sentiment- SRM

2)Ribbons and Jute- I used one from Maya Road and Webster's (just dug thru my stash)

3)Felt

4)Needle and Thread

4)Optional- Cardstock for backing sticker. I used black felt, so I needed something to pop the sentiment.

How To:

I trimmed my ribbons to fit my bag and glued down. ( I added a zigzag stitch to my blue ribbon to give the look of being stitched to the bag.) Looped some jute a few times and used needle and thread to stitch to the bag. Since there was a knot I wanted to make sure it stayed on the bag. Then I hand cut two hearts out of black felt. On the big heart I stitched around the perimeter. Then glued the hearts down to the bag. I finished off with my "xoxo" sentiment and adhered to the big black heart. 

Isn't that so sweet? Want to change it up? You could easily add a birthday sentiment or EVEN, a welcome baby  type sentiment... Oh man I could go crazy with these bags :)

I am also adding this to the Runway Inspired Challenge. The colors pair so nicely and the ribbons remind me of the flow-y/ruffle-y-ness of the bottom of her dress.

Dennis Basso Spring 2014 ric #52

Have you played with the muslin bags yet? Leave me a link in the comments below so I can check out what you have done :)

Sweet Stamp Shop Release Day Is Here!!!

Hey everyone Sweet Stamp Shop is releasing 3 BRAND SPANKING NEW STAMP SETS TODAY on the blog HERE!!!
I am showcasing two of the sets and cannot WAIT to get my hands on the third :) It is all about versatility.
Wanna score yourself an AMAZING deal on EVERYTHING IN THE STORE including the new sets? Well, now through tomorrow only - save 30% off your TOTAL regular priced stamp order. Use coupon code NRJ30 --- and it's good on everything new and all the re-stocked items you've been waiting for!

Ok Ok Ok, now lets get on to more fun stuff the cards!!!

First up is "Starts Here"

Starts Here

 I love this stamp set so much and I know I will be grabbing it on a regular basis. There is so much you can do with it.

 

 Look at all those fun layers. I just love how easily you can stack and layer with this stamp set. It makes it so easy to add textures. What do you guys think? Fun huh?!?!?!

Next up is Zombies

Zombies

LOL as you can tell already I LOVE this zombie set. That girl is so fun!!!  We were challenged this month to show versatility with the stamp sets and I had so much fun with it.  Check it out friends :)

 

How about that for the unexpected? Are you not just loving it?  Well make sure to stop on over at Sweet Stamp Shop blog HERE to see the rest of the designers cards!!! They are so fantastic!!!

AND don't forget tomorrow ONLY - save 30% off your TOTAL regular priced stamp order. Use coupon code NRJ30 --- and it's good on everything new and all the re-stocked items you've been waiting for! 

Make sure to let us know what you think of the new release on our Facebook page HERE. We are dying to hear how much you love all the new sets :)

Throwback Thurday Geek Chic

Hey everyone it is Danni here with Throwback Thursday and I will be  showcasing Geek Chic,

Geek Chic

and, if you LOVE what you see you are in LUCK because, as always with Throwback Thursday's, the showcased stamp is on special for today ONLY. You can pick it up in the shop HERE for only $8 (regular price $14.95)!!!!!! WOW-ZERS what a steal.

How about that bonus card I mentioned on Sweet Stamp Shops Blog, well here it is. OMG I {heart} this set soooo much!!!

 I also used SRM's Sticker Stitches and Love Sentiments, some seam binding, gems, and enamel dots to finish off the card.

Well anyways, I have another pretty fun card to show you guys using Geek Chic and I think you will really love the technique. It only takes a few supplies and a few steps and the results are endless. :) 
Check it out:

I made a custom background with matching twine! To make the stamped images set apart from the rest a bold contrast and a few embellies!!! Fun huh??? Well I made some easy instructions for you to make this card.

Here are 3 easy step by step instructions on how to get this look:

 Hint: You will want to probably get out your craft mat for this and have some baby wipes handy :) I usually measure out how much twine I will need by wrapping around the card base I will be using and tying a bow. Then I give myself a couple extra inches.
I used Natural Twine from SRM.

Hint: Once you have sprayed all your colors roll the twine around in the excess spray on your mat til the twine is completely covered on all sides. You can either set aside to dry, which may take a bit or carefully take your heat tool and use to help speed up the drying time. Make sure that it is COMPLETELY DRY before using, otherwise you will get color marks all over your creation.
I used Heidi Swapp's Color Shine's in Mustard, Peach, and Primrose.

Hint: It is easier to work in coats. Spray a light coat of each color let dry and then do another until you have reached the desired color shade. It helps to prevent bleeding and blurring of your image. After you remove your screen you can leave as is and make a card or you can do what I did (see above picture of card) and just cut into strips or whatever you like.
I used The Crafter's Workshop 6x6 Mini Star Shower template. If you have never used these before they have a plethora on their website to choose from check it out HERE. I suggest browsing around their website too. (They don't sell directly from their website but you can go to their locator to find the nearest place to buy them) I have a few of them and LOVE them soooo much. You can use them with so many different media's(mists, inks, paints, just to name a few) it's quite addicting.

Ok so here are the supplies you will need to try out this fun technique:

And My card just incase you forgot what the end result looked like:

How fun is that. I just love love love these little wormy guys.

And just to give a little recap...You can head on over to the shop HERE and pick up this amazing stamp set for only $8 TODAY. You will have until midnight to steal the deal.

And have you joined in on Sweet Stamp Shop's July Scary release party??? Check it out HERE Nicole always has sneak peeks, prize giveaways and more. Come join the fun!

And finally don't forget to come back tomorrow on the Sweet Stamp Shops blog for Challenge Me Friday's with Tracy :) HERE is her last weeks post just in case you missed it. It is always full of great content.

Til next week
xoxo
Danni

An Apple A Day

Good Morning All,

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Season I was inspired to create some cards with the apple theme.

I am loving all the twine that is available these days, it makes creating a cinch! I knew I wanted to include it in my card, it is so versatile (heck, people are now knitting and crocheting with it) and fun to work with.

I knew I wanted the apple to make a statement, something big and bold and the main focus. I drew an apple shape on a piece of chipboard and cut it out. I then  grabbed that twine out and started with the red and white (The Twinery Twine) and wrapped my apple shape all up in twine. I then got out the brown and white (Maya Road) and wrapped the stem and use the green and white (The Twinery Twine) for the leaves. Popped it on some kraft paper and a little bling to frame it all in and voila!

The next card is perfect to give a little gift card in it. Again the apple was the focus, but went with a different approach, a half apple that I papered with a fun apple paper from October Afternoon, added a little SRM sentiment.

Have a wonderful day everyone!!!

xoxo
Danni

Whale Of A Day

Hello, Hello, Hello Everyone!!!

Yesterday was FANTASTIC!!! Not only did we get in 11 NEW paper collections at work SRM started their Design Team Call.

I was a drooling mess all day at work, I wanted it ALL, but sadly that is NOT in my budget so I decided upon three pieces of paper {I had cpl bucks in my wallet itching to be spent ;)} all from Echo Park a whale paper, dots, and a "cut aparts". I was so excited to get home and make something.

I decided to go with a party theme...baby, birthday, shower...keeping it along those lines and this is what I came up with...

 I made two cards, a little goodie bag and a candy treat. The papers were from Echo Parks Bundle of Joy Baby Boy line.

 I love that even though this was from the boy line you could easily use it for girls...and tell me, is that not the cutest paper ever!?!?! I am so in love with those whales, so happy and cheerful!

 Ever since the glassine bags were released from SRM I have been hooked!!! To add some extra texture I embossed the glassine bag and then added my paper and fussy cut a whale to add a little pop. I also put a little 3D Crystal Lacquer on him.

 I am telling you, I just cannot get enough of this paper! It paired so nicely with the dots and the kraft. Add a little hint of twine and then pop a sentiment on. AHHH makes me happy :)

I wasn't sure about this one at first I kept layering and layering papers but, I have to say I am so pleased with the way it turned out. I didn't add the whale to this one but the dots are so to cute too I had to make one last card. The natural twine was the perfect accent to add since it had so many other colors going on it helped to bring a little balance to the card. AND I couldn't resist I popped a little of the SRM sticker stitches to the yellow patterned paper.

Hope you enjoyed!!
xoxo
Danni

Life In Color

We got in some new Coloration sprays from Art Anthology, let's just say, I am IN LOVE. They are sooo vibrant and the colors mix so well together. Since no one at work has tried any of the sprays I wanted to make a sample for the girls and the customers to see what they looked like. Last night I had to run up to my work and I brought my Sister in Law with me, I had her pick out three colors to work with. She choose Glorious (yellow), Watermelon (pinky-red), Juicy (orange).

Look at how vibrant those colors are. I ended up spraying the colors on my craft mat and then pressed the white cardstock onto the spray. I just love how it meshed the colors together. The blending is amazing.

 I added some little Heidi Swapp embellishments, Washi Tape, and a SRM sticker sentiment to finish it off.

To add just a hint of sparkle I actually put stickles on the back of the crystal clear buttons. It was just enough to add a little something extra

Cards In A Minute

Have you ever forgotten someone's birthday? I know I have! Or, maybe you have been thinking about someone? Well if you are like me, busy busy, then you probably don't always have the time to just sit down and make something for FUN :)  But last night I decided to take a little break from all my work stuff and make some quick, fun, and super easy cards "in a minute" to have in my stash for those "oops, forgotten birthdays" or the "I love you so much" types of things. They look like like you thought about it but not so involved that you have to give them to just the right person because you don't want them just thrown in the trash.

So here is what I did

 A few different washi tapes, ribbon, SRM sticker, and ink splats, and black pen. I just layered and staggered a few different patterns of washi up from the bottom corner. Then added the "Just Because" SRM sticker. Since I used white cardstock I felt it needed a little something for the background, especially since I was using just the bottom corner, so I added some orange spatter marks. Found some yellow ribbon, tied in a knot and adhered down. AND...to finish it off I drew double pen lines around the edge of the card to bring your focus in.

I did the above card as a 4x4 so I had a remaining 4x4 square piece left over (this was using a 12x12 piece of paper)

So, not to waste my little leftover piece I decided to make a cute little 4x2 card.
Mustaches are so hot right now and I am loving it! I decided my next card would be using a wood mustache piece embossed with hot pink embossing powder for a bright pop of color.

Check it out

To add texture and pop to the background I stamped a little heart all over from Sweet Stamp Shops newest release then added a little bit of the crystal stickle to a few of the hearts, plus a cute little SRM sticker and finished off with some pen lines to add a frame.

Look at that bright bright pink mustache...so fun huh??? Also what an element of surprise. No one expects a pink mustache. Really you could do it in any sort of fun color, green, blue, purple, yellow.


Literally these cards took minutes to make and what a way to make someone feel like you took the time to really make something special for them. Honestly, too, I could have probably spent more time in the card aisle trying to find that "perfect card" then making both of these together lol. 

Happy Day To You,
xoxo
Danni