STAMPtember Day Two; Masking

It's Day Two of my STAMPtember week and today I'm using American Crafts Bootiful Nights stamp set from Jenlee Schoolcraft. With this stamp set, I'm showcasing the masking technique.

I used this technique for layering the cat on the fence and for the oval behind him. I mention Rubber Paws in my YouTube video. She was my sister's sister-in-law. She passed away over 10 years ago and honestly, I didn't really know her but I think about her often. 

When she passed, she left behind an entire craft room that was gifted to my sisters and I. This woman was an artist! I mean, the cards and work she left behind left me in awe. It is unfortunate that I didn't really get to know her - we had a lot in common. Although I didn't really know her, I am inspired by her and her supplies speak to me.

I wanna tell you, this card had one mistake after another but I pushed forward and came up with a super cute card!

Be sure to watch the YouTube process video for today's card and also the other four stamped cards in this series!

If you're looking for budget friendly crafty supplies, look no further than Jenlee Schoolcraft. She has new and gently used products available. If you use my first name, Dorlene, you'll get 10% off your order!

STAMPtember Day One; Coloring

It's September which means it's also STAMPtember! I almost didn't do this series this year but I'm so glad I did. We're going to stamp up some fun with stamp sets I haven’t used yet and some tried and true techniques.

Day One is pretty simple. I'm using xxx set which were gifted to me when a friend was destashing. Since these are outlined images, I pulled out some alcohol markers to color them in.

Aren't these doggies so cute?

Since I wanted all three on the card front, I punched peep holes and adhered the doggies in each one. I created a cut file in Cricut Design Space of the window layers for a standard A2 card. Click HERE for the link. 

If you do not have a Cricut, you can also stack two pieces of same size paper (4x5.25) and punch three smaller circles through both layers. Then, take whichever piece that will be on top, and use a larger circle to punch around those smaller circles.

I'll post a YouTube process video each day this week so be sure to hit that subscribe button for stamping fun. Here's the one for Day One:

TGIF; Thankful Friday #431

Happy Friday! And most importantly, Thankful Friday. This week there wasn't a whole lot going on except a little clearing house around here.

I went through my closet and came up with two large garbage bags full of nice work blouses and sweaters; some pants, shorts and even a few jackets to donate.

I am thankful that I have a plethora of clothes that I can donate and still have lots to fill my closet.

What are you thankful for this week?

Iron Crafter Challenge YT Hop; Doilies

I'm joining the Iron Crafter Challenge YT Hop for this month. This month the item we are to use is doilies. Honestly, I wasn't sure if I was going to participate because I wasn't sure if I had any doilies. Well, guess what? I do!

I used papers that were sitting near my work desk and waiting to be put away so it was nice to use some of them instead. I used a sketch from Sketch n Scrap. Here's the sketch:

Check out the blog post with this sketch HERE.

See below for the HOP details:

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Join a fun group of crafty people each month as we take on the Iron Crafter Challenge! Each month Tara from @thepapersnob will select a challenge ingredient to use on a layout.  This hop goes live on the THIRD FRIDAY of the month. We will have a hop on YouTube and Instagram to show how we used the challenge ingredient(s) for the month. 

The mystery challenge for September is to use doilies on your projects.

If you want to learn about the mystery item and play along, come over to the Paper Snob Community Facebook group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepapersnobcommunity/

Instagram:

Tina www.instagram.com/tinamcmmvr

Laurie:  https://www.instagram.com/scrapbookingbits…

Simera:  https://www.instagram.com/scrappysimi/

Kathy:  https:www.instagram.com/kacarr61

Tammy: https://www.instagram.com/handcrafterhaven 

Brandi:  https://www.instagram.com/scrappy.boymama/

Kaitlin:  https://www.instagram.com/keptinteal

DawnLyn:  www.instagram.com/dawnlynsdesigns 

Karin:  instagram.com/kadas_scrapbooking

Lauren:  https://www.instagram.com/creative_happy_hour

Here is a playlist with ALL the videos of the YouTube creators:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcnicDKYJPbs

Grandchildren Layout

Hi there friend! I created a pretty simple layout using a sketch by Scrapbooking The Day Away. Each week, the Design Team receives a new one page sketch to complete within the same week. I was happy to complete it by the due date.

The sketch:

Earlier this week, I created a layout and this one is a companion page.

The quote was created in Design Space as a print then cut and I used this large embellishment in place of a photo. I don't normally create one photo layouts but it just worked out this way!

Watch the YouTube process video to see how I took the sketch and made it mine!

And if you're looking for a great scrapbooking community, go to THIS site for all things scrapbooking!

Coffee Tea Junk Journal

I made a new junk journal specifically for coffee and/or tea experiences and this is the first spread! I used treasures I picked up from my recent trip to Portland OR. 

This was so fun. I didn't do any artsy stuff (ok, maybe just a little) because I wanted the 'junk' to be the showcase and I think I did a great job.

Super fun, right?

I love the coffee sleeve tuck pocket the most. I also tried the packing tape method to remove the art from the plastic iced coffee cup. It worked well for my first try, but I definitely need to practice!

Words to live by from Bea, a seven year old kid...You Are Not in the Way!

Making Stickers with the Cricut

There's a sticker function within Cricut Design Space that I've never used before. When I've make stickers in the past, I just create my images, add an offset and then flatten. Well, by using the sticker function, you basically just have to choose your images and DS does all the rest.

I made stickers for our family virtual marathon, TomKat Strut and it was so easy! Follow along as I go through the steps. I'm just learning and I know I will perfect the process in the near future!

Here's one of the layouts I added stickers:

So fun, right?