March 2017 Calendar Page

Here's my calendar page for this month. As an added bonus...I've got a Tip-to-Tip Marker Blend Technique Tutorial over the Spectrum Noir Blog.
 

To make the 4-leaf clover and pot of gold, I used a heart die and pocket die from the Crafter's Companion Little Angel Signature Collection by Sara Davies - My First Outfit Die Set. This collection is baby themed, however I was able to use it for something totally different. I love stretching my supplies and using them in ways there weren't intended.

But wait! I have a double-bonus for you! An adorable 4-bar size note card.

I used the same heart and pocket die, and added in the shirt die

Here's a little story. Some of you might relate. When I was a kid, on St. Patrick's day we would go around look for someone who wasn't wearing green so we could pinched them!
LOL!

So the first thing that popped in my head when I was making a St. Patty's Day card was to WEAR GREEN to avoid the pinch! And there you have it. A shirt with a lucky 4-leaf clover on it.

The embossed detail on the shirt die really stands out by sponging on some Gathered Twigs Distress Ink. And the sequins.....BLING BLING! Love it!

Head on over to the Spectrum Noir Website and check out my Tip-to-Tip Marker Blend Tutorial. Thanks for stopping by today!

Watercolored Three-Tier Gift Box

Howdy friends! I've got a really cool tutorial over on the Spectrum Noir Blog showing how to make this set of gift boxes.

I am super happy with how this turned out! I wanted it to look have the appearance of fancy three-tier cake with flowers cascading down the side. Nailed it!

 

 
I only used one Spectrum Aqua Marker to do the watercoloring! You could use any color you want and get great results! The stamp set I used is from Crafter’s Companion Sheena Douglass Groovin’ 60’s Collection – Bloomin’ Sixties. I love this set of flowers!

All the details and instructions with pictures for my Watercolor Three-Tier Gift Box are over on the Spectrum Noir Blog.

 Have fun creating!

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Groovy Tie-Dye Card

Hello! I wanted to pop on here quick and share some of the fun NEW Sheena Douglass Groovin' 60's goodies with you. Crafter's Companion just released this brand new collection, and I think it's absolutely GROOVY! Four stamp sets and seven stencils that are sure to bring you peace, love and creativity. Shop for these new products HERE.

I've got a fun tutorial over on the Crafter's Companion Blog - Create a Tie-Dye Silhouette Card.
 

Imagine all the fun colors you can mix up for the most FAB tie-dye background panels!

Go check out the tutorial for complete details and instructions on making this project.

Stamp sets: Just Truckin' and RPM
Stencil: Tie Dye


Peace out!

Check out the Crafter's Companion USA Sheena Douglass Groovin' 60's Pinterest board for more ideas and inspiration.

Happy Haunting

Hello friends,

I've got a really REALLY COOL way to make a window card. It's super easy AND gives you more ways to use those Create-A-Card Bases Dies and Edge'ables Dies from Crafter's Companion. The complete tutorial is over on the Crafter's Companion website.

This card turned out even better than I had imagined.  I love when that happens :) Can you believe this was all done using only white cardstock?! YEP! Distress ink blending, along with coloring the images with Spectrum Noir Colourblend Pencils is all that was done. Pencil colors used: Pewter, Black, Taupe, Sage, Avocado, Pear Green, Jade, Peach, Cream, Saddle Brown, Pumpkin, Nectarine, Velvet, Blackberry.

I also want to point out how you can use non-holiday dies on a holiday themed project to get even more use out of them. The Edge'ables - Classic Chandelier die set works perfectly for this Halloween theme. Or how about using the Classic Wedding Bells Edge'ables die set for a fantastic Christmas theme.

To make the bats, I stamped the bat that is on top of the spooky martini stamp.  Then I colored and fussy cut them out. I also added a touch of micro-fine black glitter on the bats & sentiment letters.

Check out my tutorial over on the Crafter's Companion USA Blog HERE.

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Thanks for stopping by today!

Supplies
Crafter's Companion Edge'ables Everyday - Classic Chandelier
Crafter's Companion Create-A-Card Bases - Rosie
Crafter's Companion Essentials - Circles
Crafter's Companion Halloween Happy Haunting Stamp Set
Crafter's Companion Halloween Trick or Treating Stamp Set
Crafter's Companion Free Spooky Mansion Digi Stamp
Spectrum Noir Ultra Smooth White Cardstock
Gemini Die-Cutting/Embossing Machine
Spectrum Noir Blending Solution & Paper Stumps
Spectrum Noir ColourBlend Pencils
Versafine Onyx Black Ink
Glue Pen
Dimensional Foam Adhesive
Distress Inks - Milled Lavender, Wilted Violet, Mustard Seed, Spiced Marmalade, Black Soot
Ink Blending Tools
Black & Yellow Glitter
Black Pearl

Halloween Sparkle

Hey everyone! I've got a super fun way of using Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens along with Spectrum Noir AquaBlend Watercolor Pencils. Check out my tutorial over on the Spectrum Noir Blog.

The shimmer and sparkle of these pens is AH-MAZING! If you haven't tried them yet, you are missing out!

The tutorial also shows you how I made this really cool background.

I used stamps and dies from Crafter's Companion to make this card. Products listed at bottom of blog post.

Head on over to the Spectrum Noir Blog and check out the tutorial for details on making this card project. While you are there, make sure to take a look at all the other great tips, trick, tutorials, challenges and more!

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Have a beautiful day!

Suppplies:
Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens
Spectrum Noir AquaBlend Watercolor Pencils
Crafter's Companion Kraft Cardstock
Crafter's Companion Shimmering Cardstock
Crafter's Companion Halloween Trick or Treating EZ Mount Rubber Stamp Set
Crafter's Companion Die'sire Create-A-Card "Ruth" Die Set
Crafter's Companion Essendtials Circles Die Set
Ranger Ink Blending Tool & Foam
Die-cutting Machine
Heat Embossing Tool
Anti-Static Pouch
VersaMark Ink Pad
Black Pigment Ink Pad
Clear Embossing Powder
Orange Cardstock
Star Sequins
Liquid Adhesive
Dimensional Foam Adhesive

Home Life

Did you see the brand new Perfect Partners Home Life Collection by Sheena Douglass over at Crafter's Companion USA? Super fun images and dies that are perfect for any occasion and crafting projects. And if you love baking or gardening...you will LOVE this collection!

I used The Perfect Mix Stamp Set and Metal Die Set to make a card.

Isn't that just the most fun image and sentiment?! I just LOVE how the die cuts out the image perfectly. I colored the image with Spectrum Noir Markers - (CG1, CG3, DG2, DG3, GG1, GG2, GG3, GG4, BT3, BG5, Blender). I also colored over a few areas with the Clear Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pen.

I can't wait to play and create with all the other fantastic Home Life stamps and dies! Get these goodies now over on the website at crafterscompanion.com

TUTORIAL TIME!
I've got a tutorial over on the Crafter's Companion USA Blog on how to create customized patterned paper. Click HERE to check it out.

Happy Crafting,

Supplies:
Crafter's Companion Sheena Home Life - The Perfect Mix Stamp Set
Crafter's Companion Sheena Home Life - The Perfect Mix Die Set
Crafter's Companion Die'sire Classiques 12" Edge Dies - Fancy Stitched Edges
Crafter's Companion Verity Rose 6" x 6" Luxury Paper Pad
Crafter's Companion Shimmering Cardstock - Black Pearl
Spectrum Noir Ultra Smooth Premium White Cardstock
Adhesive Tape Runner
Die-cutting/Embossing Machine
Black Ink
Dimensional Foam Tape
May Arts Paper Cording
My Minds Eye Enamel Heart

Felt Purse Tutorial

Hello friends! I've got a tutorial over on the Crafter's Companion USA Blog for this super fun Felt Purse.

 

I made it using the NEW Gemini electronic die-cutting and embossing machine that will make its debut on HSN Wednesday, July 6th with Sara Davies! This machine is awesome! It was designed for intricate dies as well as many other materials like heavyweight cardstock, vinyl, foil, and multiple layers of fabric - and is compatible with most thin metal dies and embossing folders.

All the dies used to make this purse come included in with the Gemini! SCORE!!! This project can be made for all sorts of occasions and holidays. Just change up the colors and embellishment shapes to match the theme. Use it as a gift bag or fill with goodies for a party favor! I'm sure you can think of a ton of different ideas.

Pop on over to Crafter's Companion Blog to check out my tutorial, and to get more info on the Gemini.

Thanks for stopping by!

Creating a Landscape Background

Hello everyone. I've got a new tutorial posted over on the Spectrum Noir Blog. It's a super fun and easy way to create a landscape background using Spectrum Noir Refill Inks.

Click HERE to pop on over and see the Landscape Background Panel step-by-step tutorial.

BONUS!!!
Here's how I created the rest of the card:

1. Stamp and heat emboss the sentiment from Crafter's Companion Bebunni Floral Collection - Bloom & Grow Stamp Set on landscape background panel.

2. Die-cut and emboss the fence using white cardstock. Color the grass using Spectrum Noir Markers DG2, CG2 and DG.

3. In order to make the fence fit perfectly across the background panel, cut it apart as shown. Adhere the 2 ends down on the background panel first, then center and adhere the middle fence piece.

4. Die-cut and emboss the daisy border die from white cardstock. Color the stems, leaves and ground using Spectrum Noir Markers DG2, CG2 and DG3. Color the flowers using CT4, GB3, GB7.

5. Trim off the end of each strip to fit across the panel in front of the fence. Adhere the ends pieces on the fence. Adhere the 2 daisy borders to panel.

6. Die-cut and emboss flowers and leaves from Floral Delight In Bloom Metal Die Set. Color leaves with Spectrum Noir Markers DG2, CG2, DG3. Color flower centers wiith CT4, GB3 and GB7.

7. Snip off the bottom of 1 leaf. This will make 3 pieces to be used for the flowers.

8. Adhere leaves to background panel. Attach flowers with dimensional foam tape.

9. Mount landscape panel to white note card with dimensional foam tape.

10. Add a bit of glitter glue on flowers for sparkle.

DOUBLE BONUS!!!
 Have you seen our challenge this month over at Spectrum Noir? The challenge is to use flowers! What a perfect theme for May..don't you think?!

 Get all the challene and prize details HERE. As always...you could win a little sumpin' sumpin'
 

For more inspiration and creative design ideas using Spectrum Noir Refill Inks, visit the Spectrum Noir Blog. We have TONS of fantastic tutorials, videos and samples to inspire you...no matter what level of coloring you are at.

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Have a great day!

Supplies:
Spectrum Noir Refill Inks
Spectrum Noir High Gloss Cardstock
Spectrum Noir Markers
Spectrum Noir Ultra Smooth Premium White Cardstock
Crafter's Companion Sheena Decorative Metal Die - Country Fence
Crafter's Companion Sheena Decorative Metal Die - Daisy Border
Crafter's Companion Signature Collection by Sara Davies Floral Delight - In Bloom Die Set
Crafter's Companion Bebunni Floral Collection - Bloom & Grow EZ Mount Rubber Stamp Set
Ranger Archival Ink - Olive
Ink Blending Tools
Clear Embossing Powder
Stickles Glitter Glue - Orange Peel & Yellow
Die-cutting/Embossing Machine
Dimensional Foam Adhesive
Liquid Adhesive
Heat Embossing Tool
 

Gift Card Holder Tutorial

Hey hey my crafty friends! I've got a fun and EASY tutorial for this cool gift card holder over on the Crafter's Companion USA Blog.

Sometimes we struggle with making cards for the dudes, so I designed this project to work for them too!

BONUS IDEA!
Slip some cash or kids pictures in the pocket, instead of a gift card.


I love that "coffee cup stain" image! Head on over to the Crafter's Companion Blog to see the tutorial and give it a go!

Butterfly Lullaby Purse

Here's a fun purse I designed using some of the beautiful Sara Davies Signature Collection Blutterfly Lullaby Papers from Crafter's Companion.

 
This purse is the perfect size for presenting someone with a gift card, jewelry, makeup, candy, a set of mini notecards or tags, and more! Perfect for bridal showers, ladies luncheons, birthday party, etc. Change up the paper and embellish for any theme or event.
 

I made the purse using Crafter's Companion Ulti-Bags Ultimate Embossing Board and The Ultimate Crafter's Companion. SUPER EASY. You know me...I'm all about easy ;)

Check out my tutorial on how to make this Butterfly Lullaby Purse over on the Crafter's Companion USA Blog.

Have a super duper creative day! (((hugs)))

Supplies:
The Ultimate Crafter's Companion Tool
Ultimate Embossing Board - Ulti-Bags
Signature Collection - Butterfly Lullaby 6” x 6” Paper Pad
Signature Collection - Butterfly Lullaby 12” x 12” Paper Pad
Collall All Purpose Glue
Rhinestone
Glitter
Glue Pen 
Dimensional Foam Adhesive
Hole Puncher
Ribbon