Pink, Playful, and Purr-fectly Sweet

Hello friends! I made a sweet birthday card that’s just right for February birthdays, pink lovers, and anyone who can’t resist an adorable kitty. And speaking of birthdays… happy birthday to Pajama Crafter Stamps! 🎉

For this card, I used the charming Meowentine stamp set for my focal image. This little kitty, full of personality, I stamped onto the gorgeous Scalloped Circle Die. This die instantly adds a soft, decorative touch and is such a standout—especially since it’s currently an especially sweet deal while supplies last.

The sentiment comes from the wonderfully versatile Mix & Match Sentiments stamp set. I love this set because it truly works for every occasion and includes both a bold, playful font and a small typewriter-style font. For this card, the small sentiment was perfect for nestling right next to the kitty on the scalloped circle without overwhelming the image.

For the background, I paired patterned paper from the Cat’s Meow Paper Pack with classic red cardstock for a pop of contrast. I’m also playing along with this month’s SSSIGChallenge over at @simonsayschallenge, which features using an embossing folder. I embossed pink cardstock, trimmed it into two banner shapes, and tucked them behind the scalloped circle to add texture and dimension.

This card came together so sweetly and would be perfect for birthdays, Valentine’s greetings, or anytime you want to send a little love. Be sure to stop by Pajama Crafter Stamps to check out these fantastic products and so much more!

This also fits the SCS WT1087 Challenge to use tiny stamps!  My kitty image is small, but the sentiments are tiny!  :)

This also fits Art Nudge 0126B with the cat theme.  My cat has a bright white tuxedo spot just as in the photo, but my pink is a softer color than the color palette. 

The Buzz about Wings

Hello friends! This week's Free 4 All Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is all about Things with Wings—and the possibilities are wide open! We've suggested everything from the literal to the whimsical: mechanical, magical, architectural, abstract—you name it!

 I kept it sweet and simple with this charming kitty scene, featuring one of my favorite little additions—a bee! I absolutely adore the bees from SweetMissDaisy—they’re always so irresistibly cute, and this one hovering at the top adds just the right touch of whimsy.

The peaceful kitty nestled among the flowers brings a cheerful feel to the design. Whether you’re inspired by birds, bugs, buildings, or your own imagination, I hope you’ll join in the fun and show us your winged creations!

I also used paper from the gorgeous Quilted Grunge Brights paper pack.  Everything is available in the SweetMissDaisy Etsy Shop!

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy to Bee Among the Flowers - SweetMissDaisy Release Day

 Happy Release Day for SweetMissDaisy Designs!

I'm excited to share this month’s new goodies from SweetMissDaisy Designs—two gorgeous paper packs and three adorable stamp sets! Today, I'm featuring the oh-so-sweet GiGi stamp. Isn’t she the cutest? I love how she looks nestled among those vibrant flowers, with a busy little bee buzzing above her.

I paired her with the Bzzz background paper—how perfect is that? I always have the most fun when I get to mix and match coordinating stamps and papers. Everything works together so beautifully!
You can find all the new items at the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy Shop.

Art Nudge 425A, which features stunning florals and a bee, also inspired this card! I couldn’t resist letting that inspiration guide this happy little scene.

I am also participating in the Paper Funday Challenge with the Optional Twist of using something that starts with the letter B!

I have buzzing bees all over my project. Beautiful blooms surround the darling kitty and the name of the paper pack is Bzzz.

Go peek at what’s new—there’s so much to love!

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy St. Cat-Trick's Day!

I know it’s Valentine’s Day, but as cardmakers, we’re always thinking ahead, right? This month’s Pajama Crafter Stamps release has us feeling lucky with stunning new St. Patrick’s Day products! 🍀✨

Be sure to check out the IG Hop, where the team has created some truly amazing projects—plus, you might just win a prize! 🎉

For my project, I stamped this adorable lucky cat from the St. Cat-Trick’s Day set and brought it to life with some fun coloring. For a festive touch, I paired him with the gorgeous Shamrock paper from the Emerald Isle Paper Pack. 

Thanks so much for stopping by—wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day and a little extra luck for the season ahead! 💚

Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day and a little extra luck for the season ahead! 💚

 

Merry & More - September IO Release Hop!

 Hello! I am so excited to get to share the September IO Release!  

First is the adorable new stamp set by Nola Chandler. Merry Cat-mas! I love it. The cats are so cute, and the set includes a cute mouse, too!  

Merry Cat*mas Oopsie

Merry Catmas

Christmas Sweater (paper)

Postage Cuts

Speech Bubbles 

This next card was a hoot to make! First, I want to mention the new little In & Out sentiment sets this month. They are sweet little sets that can be used inside and outside cards. Also new this month is a cookie plate! I love this lovely stitched plate and used it a LOT this month! The Santa Mug is absolutely adorable and is a breeze to make!

Merry Christmas, Santa Mug  

Santa Mug

Tree Cookie

Cookie Plate

In & Out 11

Rounded Rectangle Layers 

Christmas Sweater

(Inside)

If you love cookies, you will love the new Cookie Plate, Christmas Cookies, and Christmas Cookie Sayings! With these sets, you can create all your favorite Christmas cookies with 0 calories!   

Sweet as a Christmas Cookie 

Christmas Cookie Sayings

Cookie Plate

Christmas Cookies

Christmas Doodles (paper)

Rounded Rectangle Layers

To see all the fantastic new items in the IO store, stop by HERE!

Thanks so much for stopping by!  

Purrfectly Wonderful!

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Hi!  I am up on the My Sweet Petunia Blog today!  You can visit me there to view the entire card. I will mention here that I used the Silhouette Kitties stamp set by Impression Obsession.  It's half off while supplies last!  It's such a cute stamp set and it's pictured at the bottom of this post.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  

 

MISTI

Mini MISTI

MIS-T Ruler

And to clean up my MISTI I use:

Novus 1 Plastic Polish

Novus 2 Fine Scratch Cleaner

 

Heart to Heart or Paw to Paw

Hello!

At first glance, you might be thinking to yourself, what is this?  It's March, where is the spring-like green, and why Christmas when there is a war happening?  Well, every day at SCS we celebrate the joy of creating. One of the challenges I love is the Fan Club Christmas Challenge.  It's a special monthly challenge for the Fan Club members that help us get ahead on our Christmas card stash!   

I found this card very therapeutic with its bright colors and cute critters. Also,  creating with our hands is known to send positive messages to the brain. 

Sentiment: Christmas Hand

Image: Meowy Christmas

Die Set: Meowy Christmas DieNamics

Sending you hugs; thanks for stopping by!

 

So Glad or Rendezvous for Old is New Day

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Hi!  Today the Impression Obsession team is featuring Older stamps in New designs!  I love Old is New Day because I get to explore so many beautiful older designs for the first time.  I just love this adorable Cat on a Branch scene!  I found a one-word sentiment, Rendezvous, and really wanted to use it.  These two are having a rendezvous in the moonlight!  Sadly, the sentiment didn't look right with this artwork but I am going to include the stamp set below because it's really cool.  The sentiment I decided on is from the Card Sentiments set which looks great with artwork like Cat on a Branch.    

Link to all Gary Robertson Images at IO HERE.

Link to the IO Store HERE.

Stop by the Impression Obsession blog for a list of participants in this month's Old is New Day!

Before you go check out the Sunshine Sale!  All of the items in the Sunshine category are 25% off for a few more days!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

      

 

Inspired by Washi Tape

 Happy Saturday!  It's my turn to host the Inspiration Challenge and I chose a sweet crafty shop that carries fun Washi Tape.  I thought it would be fun to buy a couple of rolls of Washi for my samples this week.  You can head HERE to see my card at SCS and follow the link to the Washi I used today.

I couldn't resist this super cute kitty Washi. Aren't they cute?  This isn't really a Christmas Washi but it becomes Christmasy by adding a big red Rustic Bow and Mistletoe!

Thanks so much for stopping by and before you go, I would love to know if there is a stamp or die you like to use for a holiday that isn't actually for a holiday!

 I hope you have a safe and crafty weekend!

                                      

Splattered Meowy Christmas

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Happy Saturday!  It's Caturday and that means it's time for a new SCS Inspiration Challenge!  Stacy is our hostess and she is taking us to a fun costume site!  I found a darling black kitty comfy critter costume to inspire my design.  I share the link in my SCS gallery.

I was also inspired by this week's Art Nudge #31.  I mean, how could I not play in this week's Art Nudge with a photo like that?  The cat in the Nudge looks so much like our Storm! The photo prompt is pictured below.  :)  

Lastly, I was going to play in the MIX Challenge which is a painted tree but I misunderstood the challenge.  The ladies are working hard in the challenge to actually paint a tree or branch.  I painted the stamp with watercolor and then stamped it so....I was inspired by the challenge but I won't actually post this IN the challenge.  :)   I  used Lavender Grass for my tree which is sort of clever, I think.  :)  Then I added this darling Cat Silhouette 5 to the corner.  I blended ink to the sky and spritzed with water for a winter look.  The sentiment is Meowy Christmas from Jeanne Strieff's IO line.  Lastly, I added water to some Golden RosePaper Glaze and splattered the design.  That brings me to a total of 3 coloring mediums to qualify for the MIX Challenge.  :)  It only takes 2 mediums but I like to overachieve when possible! :)

 Art Nudge #31 

    

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope this gets you in a crafty mood for the weekend!

              

    

Cat Love

It's Saturday and that means it's time for a new Inspiration Challenge at SCS.  Stacy has chosen such a cute Pinterest board to inspire us this week!  

Last night I pulled out this sweet stencil by medlockcrafts that my friend Janine gave me and I created while I was ZOOMing with artsy friends!  It's so fun to laugh and create with a group of friends and in these times ZOOM makes it safe to do so!

I once again I used the technique of stenciling distress ink first.  Then spritz with water and added watercolor Powder.  Spritz with water again then lay another piece of cardstock over the top and blot up the excess water.  I love using distress ink on the bottom layer because it changes the overall look of the watercolor powder.  I am very tired of the look of my watercolor powder but I need to wait a bit to buy new supplies so this is a great technique!  After I picked up my stencil I realized that I had allowed a very little bit of watercolor powder on the corner and it now ruined my clean look.  At first, I thought I might trash it but then I decided to sprinkle more watercolor powder and water on my craft mat and smoosh the paper at the top and bottom.  Viola!  Mistake obliterated and it looks pretty cool!  :)

Thank you Janine for the amazing stencil!  I had so much fun using it!  

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!  

Love and Hugs!

Impression Obsession Old is New - Rainbow Cat

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Today is Old is New Day at Impression Obsession.  I am featuring this adorable Cat Rainbow image from Gary Robertson.  This image can be purchased as red rubber or a digital image!  For the finishing touch, I added a sentiment from Card Sentiments.  

Stop by the Impression Obsession blog for a list of designers participating in today's Old is New day!

I also have a second older image to share.  Since this is June 1st I am creating for the Fan Club Christmas Challenge at SCS and I am celebrating this week's, Featured Stamper! with this card.  This Snowy Birdhouse is another design by Gary Robertson.  It tickles me because the little outhouse has the shape of a kitty above the door!  I finished off the card with the Merry Christmas sentiment.  I didn't add any embellishments so this will be easy to pop in the mail in December!

Thanks so much for stopping by.  

Wishing you health, hope, and peace.

     

Old is New - Cat in Moonlight

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Today the Impression Obsession Design Team is featuring Gary Robertson stamps and Digis!  I love Gary Robertson's designs.  They just reach out and grab me.  Every design is rich in detail! He even has a line featuring cats but that's not all so I hope you will check out the Stamps HERE and Digis HERE.

I am featuring Cat on a Post today and I paired it with a greeting from Card Sentiments.

Check out the Impression Obsession Blog for a list of the designers featuring Gary Robertson stamps and digis.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Stamp       Digi:      

  

Whatever

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It's Pandemic Saturday #... whatever!  By now I think most of us are eating like no one is watching, or dancing or whatever!  Let's keep smiling and we will get through this!  

This week Amy is our hostess for the Inspiration Challenge at SCS.  She has chosen a great photo site for us.  Quite often I will use a site like this to inspire a design.  Simply add a stamp or die theme into the search bar and ideas will fill the page like THIS one!

To decorate the Large Frame I used Seth Apter Spirals.   The fun sentiment is Dance or Whatever. And Lastly, I added Cats because I think cats have it all figured out!

Thank you so much for stopping by, I appreciate you!

Stay healthy and have a good weekend.

  

      

Leap into Love

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With Leap Day tomorrow how about leaping into love with a couple of cats?  They are amazing leapers! 

I am also participating in the Free 4 All Challenge at SCS with my birds!

I created a salted background and then created a window with the nine-patch die!  I used the twig from this set for a tree branch.  Added sweet birds and two curious cats.  My cat loves sitting at the window for hours watching birds!  Lastly, I added a die-cut sentiment with a sentiment set.

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge is Anything Goes and this week they are featuring Impression Obsession products and I have a card for that!

If you have a pet I would love to hear where they love to hang out!

Thanks for stopping by!