Catching UP

I am so behind on thank you. raks, and tags, so I am going to try to catch up now.....LOL!

Bela has given me the You Make My Day Award !! I feel so honored to have made someone's day, thank you so much Bela!!

The rules state that I am to mention 10 people who make my day and send them this award. There are so many people who make my day it is going to be hard to choose only 10!!

Flossie
Rose Ann
Bela
Tracy
Michele
Melanie's Madness
Shannon
Velta
Kristine
Heather

Each of these ladies have made my day. On that same note each and everyone who visits here makes my day!!



I got this wonderful RAK in the mail yesterday from Melissa,Thank you so much Melissa!!I love everything!! I took part in Jens Month Aloha RAK club, it is so fun!!You should stop by Jens blog and sign up for next month.











I got this beautiful RAK from someone at SCS, who sent it to me for friend appreciation, THANK YOU!! I don't know who sent it but it came with the most beautiful letter inside, that brought me tears reading it, thank you, it means so much to me. It also included a $25 gift certificate to Papertrey!! Like the letter and the card wasn't enough already!! Thank you I feel so blessed to have so many special women in my life!!


Question:

Blogger mimihas5 said...

I enjoyed your video Kelly. it was very nice to hear you. I love your card. How adorable is that stamp! Can you tell me where I can find High Hope stamps?

Thanks.

Mary

Hi Mary!! You can get High Hopes rubber stamps here High Hopes Rubber Stamps, they are a Canadian (ships to US)as well as being a member on SCS! I love their stamps there are so many cute images it is hard to decide what to get!

and now finally for the tag!

Wanda tagged me to list 7 facts about myself, my only problem is I am not an exciting to person, so there isn't much to tell. I will attempt to entertain you though........ROTF!!!!!

1. I am afraid of aging don't know why but it is a huge fear!
2. I'm a nut, you will always find me running around making up silly songs.
3. I recently had to give up pop, it was causing me so much indigestion, I miss my diet coke
4. I can never return a video on time.....never!
5. I love anything vanilla, lotion, shampoo, perfume, bubble bath, tea, gum, candy.........
6. I have an introverted personality I wish I didn't but don't know how to change it
7. I confess I make my dogs wear clothes for my own personal enjoyment.....LOL!

Now I am to tag 7 other people, but I would rather tag you all, so if you are reading this consider yourself tagged!!

Cards from Friends!!

I can't believe how blessed we are to have so many good blogging friends!! I just wanted to share our cards from friends with you.

This beautiful card is from Karen a fellow Treehouse Stamps design team member.








This stunning card is from Sarah love the contrast!!









This very striking card is from Allison , love the colors.....so yummy!!












This sweet little card is from Ashley and Kristen owner of Treehouse Stamps, so cute!!









This sweet sweet card is from Jen and the monthly RAK she hosts, thanks so much Jen I love all the stamped images you included!









This wonderfully layered card is from Rhonda love the contrast and all the layers way too cute!!







This darling card is from Simone, I just love this little tree it is adorable going to have to try one these next year!!









I have been ELFED!!! Thank you so much Chelsey!! You are too kind girl!!

More Cards from Friends

I am so blessed to have so many wonderful blogger friends I love my computer cause all my friends live in it!!! This gorgeous card is from Tracy at Tracy's Happy Place be sure to stop by here blog with a hello she make the cutest cards and runs a monthly challenge!! Thank you so much Tracy!!






This super cute card is from Nancy over at Nancy's Creative Mess Be sure to swing by here blog for some beautiful creations!! Thank you Nancy and Merry Christmas to you!!





This beautiful card came from Lynne aka Newbie007 along with it came a box of stamps, the Canadian collection from Michaels!!! woohoo!!! Thank you so much Lynne!!





And this stunning card is from Stephanie aka SmilynStef, Wow that paper is gorgeous I have to get me some!!! How nice to get an RAK at Christmas time!!

I love you guys you are so good to me!!! THANK YOU!!! Thank you to all who have blessed me by sending me happy mail!!

Cards from Friends!!

I wanted to share some of the Christmas card we have received from our crafty friends, please keep in mind the last card is rated "R" just a warning!!



This sweet Hanna card is from Monika at >M.A.D. Stamper Be sur to check here out she is an amazing artist!! Thank you and merry Christmas Monika!!





This super cute Minnie Mouse card was made by Megan our youngest daughter for our family, she loves Christmas time!!





This cute snowman card was made by a friend that attends the same church we do, thank you so much Hellen and Merry Christmas to you!!



This card was sent to us by Melanie of Melanie's Madness be sure to stop by her blog to check out her wonderful creations. Thank you so much Melanie and Merry Christmas to you my sweet sweet friend.



This gorgeous Peace, Joy and Comfort was sent to me from my wonderful friend Diane aka DD2njoy, thank you so much for this gorgeous card!! Merry Christmas to you Diane!!



And this little racy number was sent to my by my best friend Erica the one who got me into stamping!! What a hoot this card is, last year I had made a different racy card with these snowmen and this years she has so topped that card.....LOL!! Merry Christmas Erica!!

Cards from Friends, News and Questions Answered

Well I got my very first Christmas card of the season today Flossie from Flossie's Follies isn't it gorgeous!!!! Thank you so much Flossie you are and angel!!!


The second card is from Stampin Up chick on SCS can you believe she sent me a card to say thank you for welcoming her to SCS!! How sweet is that!! Thank you so much Jennifer!!

Well I have some news for you!! Not too sure if you know but Ashley Bowen and Kristen Edwards (from Hanna stamps) have teamed up to create a new stamp company called Tree House Stamps and I have been chosen to be a member of their design team, they have some pretty sweet images can't wait to get my hot little hands on them!! My fellow team members are the following talented ladies!!
Amber Hillman
Elizebeth Neumann
Ann M Fitton
Karen Hunsaker

Now to answer some Questions

Is there a secret to the way I tie my bows?

No I tie my bows is just the same way I was taught to tie my shoes , I have found a tutorial that demonstrates how I tie my bows you can find it here Standard shoelace knot, if you would like I could put together a video tutorial for you, just let me know if there is any interest in this.

What kind of acetate do you use?

I use the acetate also called window sheets from Staples they are the ones used for overhead projectors, I really like this stuff for boxes, but for clear cards I would recommend something a bit thicker as these don't stand up all that well but they are perfect for making treat boxes!

Nancy had asked what is on my Christmas wishlist?

I would like the following:

Spellbinder's Nestabilities
Another OTT Lite
Ribbon, Ribbon, Ribbon
None Stamping related a treadmill

that's pretty much it, I can't believe I just said that!!......LMBO!!

How do I store my 12 by 12 paper and scraps?

My scraps are stored in a hanging file system. Rubber maid makes some file folder boxes that hold a hanging file system and I store 2 colors of scrap to each folder. I have found this to be the best way to store my scraps, I also store my 8 1/2"by 11" paper this way. My 12 by 12 paper however is not stored to well I have it in a basket I am still looking for a good way to store this size paper.

Do Jason and I share a work space?

Yes, we each have our own table, they are butted up against each other, he pretty much stays on his own side it is me who is known for messing up both tables.....LOL!

Well CSI is calling my name, I'm off to go watch!! Enjoy your evening!!

Yummy RAK!!!

Look at this yummy RAK I got from Rhonda at Rhonda's Design Haven!! OH My Word I love it!! So pretty I love the colors I really need these colors!! Thank you so much Rhonda you rock!!

I am so happy I joined Jen's (Pieces Of Me) monthly RAK club!! Woohoo!! I love getting goodies in the mail, so much better then bills!

Once again thank you so much to Rhonda for the beautiful gift and to Jen for hosting this awesome club!

I hope to be back later today with something, I have 2 back to back meetings at the school this morning so it didn't leave me any crafting time. I hate IEP meetings they are totally draining for me, wish me well.......LOL!

Pink Snowflakes

This card is a combination of yesterday's color challenge using pinks and today's sketch challenge. I love pink with snowflakes it's so pretty! The snowflakes were stamped on glossy paper and embossed with clear embossing powder, then i sponged on the pink. The pinks seem to be a better match in real life, I always find pink hard to photograph.

I just wanted give you all an update on my sister, there is still NO date for tests yet, we are becoming frustrated with the amount of time they are taking, please continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

Supplies: Snowflake spot, Pretty in pink Papertrey white, Glossy paper, DP, Pretty in pink, Versa mark, Clear embossing powder, Brads, ribbon and Dimesionals.



We also got this super cute card from Chelsey to congratulate us on the re-launching of Langley Bot Designs isn't she just the sweetest!! Check out her blog she is only 17 and such an awesome stamper One Canadian Chick

More Thanks Yous

I just wanted to shout a some more thank yous!! I am hoping to find some time today to go and stamp but in the mean time I have these fabulous cards to share!

You remember the blog candy that won over at Paper Delightz, well Rose Ann sent me a card to congratulate me too, she is just the sweetest!! Thank You Rose Ann!



















This wonderful and happy card was sent to me from Melanie over at Melanie's Madness, and she sent me the Stampin Up catty and mini Whoohoo!!


















I would like t thank Michelle over at Thoughts of a Cardmaking Scrapbooker! and Stacy (Twinshappy at SCS) for the sympathy cards they sent me, thank you so much ladies it is so nice to know you care, and it means the world to me so THANK YOU!

Paying It Forward

I was part of the paying it forward thread on SCS and this was my paying it forward gift!! So cool!!
It was filled with wire works, ribbon, hardware, oval and dog stamps, pop ups and alterable heart tin!! So generous!! Thank you so much Barbra!!

Again I am so blessed to be a member of the SCS community!!

So Grateful!!

I am so blessed to be a part of the SCS community! I love participating in the inspiration challenge on Saturdays, but was so pleasantly surprised when I opened my mailbox to find a card thanking me for playing along!! Karen, Kthaman (SCS name) the hostess is the best!! I should be sending her a card for hosting the challenge!

If you haven't played along yet check it out this Saturday!!

A Wonderful Surprise!

I came home to a wonderful surprise from Diane L. She sent me this beautiful card!!

Thank you Diane you are too kind and super sweet!

I loved coming home to some happy mail amongst all the bills.......LOL!

Another Blogger RAK!!

I got another blogger RAK in the mail today, I feel so special getting two in a week! This beautiful Blogger RAK is from Toni at Inkyfingers: Everyday Art. You have to check out her awesome blog, she has so many gorgeous cards!

I just love the fold of this card, it is so nice, I'm going to try one of these, not to mention it is in pink and brown which is my favorite color combo and has a popped up butterfly which is something I just love!!! I wonder if she knew???.......LOL! Thank you so much Toni I love this card!!





The Inside

Once again you can visit Ton's blog here Inkyfingers: Everyday Art.

Blogger RAK!!

I got a blogger RAK fro Tracy at Tracy's Happy Place. Tracy is just the sweetest I had mentioned to her that I would like to participate in her Bella Sketch Challenge but didn't have any bella's yet, So she sent me this beautiful card isn't it so yummy and some bella images!! Isn't she just the sweetest! Thank you so much Tracy!

So if you would like to try her challenge or check out her fabulous site here is the link to her site Tracy's Happy Place

Birthdays Cards From Friends!!

I wanted to share with you all the special birthday cards I got from all my blogger, SCS and close friends!

From Nancy


















From my ladies study made by Erica












From Ladystamper 920 (SCS) she was my big sis in the last round of secret sister


















From Stampingbug (SCS)















From Belledancer (SCS)













From Mlehmer (SCS)

















From The Crafty Tutrle (SCS)












from Vonnie64 (SCS)



















From Msamelia (SCS)



















From my good friend Erica












From Cookiehead (SCS)

Kiss This!!!

Kiss this and don't mean on my rosy red lips! Actually this is line from a song that I like from Aaron Tippin called "Kiss this". I liked it so much I had hubby custom make the stamp for me. It fit perfect with the Lips stamp (STAMPABILITIES) that I got from HM Stamps. For today's TLC challenge the challenge was to use the wet paper watercolor technique, spray paper with water then stamp image dry with heat gun and stamp image again on top of the first image. So I thought some big wets kisses would turn out nicely.

I would also like to share with this beautiful Blogger Birthday RAK from Life out of the Shell. Actually Deborah sent me two birthday cards she also sent one from SCS's BRAK club. You have to check out her site she has the sweetest creations!



If you are interested in trying this challenge you can do so here TLC118 : wet watercolor.

Supplies: Lips(HM Stamps),Hubby's Custom Stamps(Langley Boy Designs), Smitten, Pretty in pink, Real red and WW card stock, Pretty in pink, Real red , Black inks, Color spritzer, Marker, Singlo pen, Ribbon, Brads, Scalloped Scissors, Scalloped Circle punch, Circle cutting system (CM), and Dimensionals.