Another December Birthday

Here isa another birthday card I made for a dear friend & co-worker. I always seem to have trouble making maculine cards to I go to the 'Lovely As a Tree' set it never fails and it is sooo versatile you can make great masculine cards as well as georgeous Christmas/Winter cards. I am lovin' my new Martha Stewart deer punch he is sooo adorable =0) TFL ~ Hugs! ~C

Deets- Brayered Sky Technique

Stamps- SU Short & Sweet, Lovely As a Tree

Paper- River Rock, white, chocoloate chip, caramel

Ink- Blue Bayou, River Rock, Soft Sky, Going Gray, Always Artichoke & Chocolate Chip

Accessories- HPH Bronze, Ribbon, Brayer, daubers & MS Deer punch/SU Oval Punch

December Birthdays

Here is a birthday card I made for my BFF she was wanting so much to skip her birthday but sorry girl with me around knew that wasn't gonna happen ~ LOL ~ I love this Bloomin' Beautiful set from SU =) you cannot tell from the pic but I used my new copic markers to color the bouquet then brushed sparkley glaze on top =)

Now for the deets:

Paper- Celery DP, White, Regal Rose

Ink- Copic Markers, Going Gray, Versamark

Accessories- CB, HPH, Gems, Ribbon & Glaze

Yet Another Cozy Lil' Kitty

When mom and I went shopping at Michael's of course we found these cute lil' Fall baskets. Well apparently I waited too long to use them for my Thanksgiving goodies, so a lil' someone decided they would use it for a cozy lil' bed~ LOL =)

You can tell he is a bit unhappy having his pic made when he rather be settling down for a long winter's nap (him is such a silly lil' guy) hehehe ~ TFL!!

Hugs,

~C

Baby It's Cold Outside

Hubby and I could not resist taking this photo. This is my baby girl Chinita who always seems to find the warmest place in the house. This is one of her silly moments just a gazin' away at the fire =)

This is such a cute photo just had to share with all my Chin' lovers out there. TFL

Well it is that time of the year already so am trying to get everything in order for the holidays which are just around the corner including my Christmas cards soon to be uploaded ~ lots to do in soooo lil' time ~ Hugs ~ C

Halloweenie Card

Here is another card I made for my lil' sis whom absolutely luvs Halloween. I fell in love with this tree stamp as soon as I saw it and of course I had to have it... I caught myself thinking tonight whenever you see some cool phrase or image "oh there is a stamp for that" or I have a stamp for that too" ~ hehehe ~ I experimented with some more distressing ink and sponging technique- this was actually a fun & quick card to make and very spooky don't ya' think =) TFL Hugs! ~C

Froggy Friend's Birthday =0)

This has been a busy week but an enjoyable one as well. I usually dread Mondays cause it is start of another work week and we have been super busy. However, this Monday evening was such a pleasant one sharing with my special froggy friend & her familia who had a birthday recently. We had such a fun time playing catch up =) Here is a card I had made for her birthday took another stab at sponging and brayering ~ TFL

Stamps are from Inkadinkado Fall Season & SU- Hugs & Wishes; Punches- Branch & Keytag

RAK Card & Gift

Oh my GOSH just had to share what my precious friend Linda sent me all the way from Australia!!

Let me start out by saying I was soooo bummed on Friday cause I had a trip planned to go to Florida to see my folks but had to cancel at the last minute =( sigh! I was very disappointed but when I came home I had this surprise waiting for me it totally uplifted my spirits at a time I needed it the most ~ what an angel you are Linda thank you once again from the bottom of my heart!! Now I have a new lil' buddy that will brighten up my office at work =0) What a fabu of a card I definitely love the colors and adore those images especially!!

Double Post & LSC191

This is last weeks Limited Supply Challenge over at SplitCoastStampers- the rules were to use leaves as your main image- hint of pink in leiu of Breast Cancer Awareness month and one word sentiment- This was a challenge for me but lots of fun too ~ I call it 'Think Leafy Pink'- LOL

Deets- Stamps: Inkadikado Fall Season; SU Thoroughly Thankful. Ink: Soft Sky, Blue Bayou, Distressed Linen, Close to Cocoa

Accessories:SU & MS punches, HPH Copper, Prismacolor Pencils, DP Berry Bliss & Brayer/Daubers

Live Your Dream - Watercolor

Well I decided to finally invest in some Prismacolor Premier Pencils this weekend =) I also tried a new watercolor technique thanks to my precious friend Linda where you use rubbing alcohol instead of water- it was lots of fun =) TFL

Stamps used- Live your Dream; Always

Colors used- Groovy Guava- Close to Cocoa & Always Artichoke

I have several more cards I need to make- so much to do in so little time- hope all my sweet peeps out there reading this are healthy and well.

Hugs & kisses,

~C

Happy Fall Ya'll !

I want to start out by saying haven't been able to blog as much as I would love to due to family medical emergencies and such. In leiu of World Card Making day I decided it was a perfect day to get back to blog land with this Fall/Thanksgiving card I made today. Thank for looking & happy stamping =0)

Deets (All Stampin Up! unless noted):

Stamps: Thoroughly Thankful; All Year Cheer

Paper- Basic Grey DP, watercolor paper, Old Olive, Choc Chip & Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Encore Copper, Choc Chip, old Olive, Really Rust, Summer Sun & Pumpkin Pie

Accessories:Watercolor Pencils, Flower Fusions, Brads, Scallop Edge Punch, Corner Rounder & Keytag punch.

First Technique Challenge- SCS TLC177

We learned a new technique this week on SCS (SplitcoastStampers) it is called a Grid Technique. This was soooo much fun and my first but definitely not my last challenge thats for sure ~ TFL =)

Deets:

Stamps:Bloomin' Beautiful, Short & Sweet

CS: Groovy Guava, White.

Ink: Close to Cocoa, Groovy Guava, & Summer Sun

Accessories: HPH Silver, Organdy Ribbon, Paper Snips, Dimensionals & Dazzlin' Diamonds

Patriotic Thank You Card

This was such a fun card to make it was a thank you card for our troops whom are serving our country. Thanks for looking and hope everyone had a safe & happy 4th =)

Deets:

Stamps: Free & the Brave, Short & Sweet

Ink:Not Quite Navy, Real Red

CS: white, real red & not quite navy

Accessories: CB-Script,Star brads & dimensionals

Message Board Project

Here is a message board I made for a dear friend and former co-worker. I made this for her farewell gift for her new office we have worked together for almost 6 years and am sad to see her go as she is already deeply missed but also am excited for her new journey.

Deets: (All SU except for Corkboard)

Stamps- Time Well Spent; Priceless

Ink-Groovy Guava

Accessories- Corkboard, grommets, crafters tool kit, Very vanilla ribbon, secret garden DP and of course had to add some bling =)

Hope everyone had a safe & fun 4th of July & thanks for looking!

hugs,

~C

Anniversario Numero Cinco - 5th Anniversary

Here is a card I made for my sweet hubby of 5 years. We are planning on taking a trip in the Fall to celebrate. Mean time I made this card for our special day and we also went to a local Oyster House in downtown Birmingham and it was so lovely as we revisited our special day in Appalachicola.

Here are the deets:

SU Stamps- Always; Short & Sweet

SU Ink- Taken with Teal & Chocolate Chip

Accessories- Oval & Designer label punches- Circle scallop Nesties

I'm Baaaack!!!

Sorry I have not posted in quite a while this Spring just kept me super busy. My hubbie and I celebrated our 5th anniversary and we also went out of town for a few trips. My sweetest neighbors ever left yesterday so I am a bit sad but excited for them on their new adventure to Africa. They are soooo missed already and pray for them daily =)

I am planning to upload some new creations soon, so check back pronto amigas & amigos ;0)

Hugs,
~C

Spring Savings

Spring has definitely sprung in our neck of the woods =) Everything is blooming from our tulips all the way to the marigolds and impatients thanks to our sweet neighbors! They brighten my world each moment I see them blossom =)

Also have decided to get on the money saving wagon thanks to the inspiration I receive from my best friend Gin' =) Last night at CVS I bought $62 worth of merchandise for $22 and also got $28 back in ECB (extra care bucks) for a future purchase. You can join us on the money saving wagon too here is one of the sites that have helped me in saving mucho mula http://www.hotcouponworld.com TFL ~C

Masculine Birthday Wishes

Here is another personal challenge I was able to complete. I always seem to have a hard time getting my creative juices to flow for a masculine card. TFL and have a great week =)

Recipe: Stamps- Lovely As A Tree & Party Punch

Paper-Not Quite Navy, Always Artichoke & Confetti

Ink-Bayou Blue, Always Artichoke, Black Stazon & Close to Cocoa

Accessories- CB-Traffic Jam, Designer Label punch, brads & natural hemp ribbon

Earth & Baby Card

Today millions across the nation observed Earth Hour between 8-9pm as a means to contribute towards conserving energy. Earth Hour really made me become aware how much we waste energy on a daily basis you can learn more here http://www11.earthhourus.org

Here is a card I have created for a sweet friend of mine who recently had a baby girl, Kaitlyn Faith. Thought the wording 'Sweet One' fit her sooo perfectly!

Recipe: Stamps-So Many Scallops & Bundled in Love

Paper-So Saffron, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White & Petals/Paisleys DP

Ink-Tempting Turquoise, Going Gray & Pretty in Pink

Tools- Ticket Corner & Scallop Punches

Mom Archer's Birthday Wishes

Hope everyone had a blessed Easter! Since Easter was earlier this year it happen to fall on my mom-in-law's birthday. She absolutely adores birds so I made her this bird-day card for her special day=)

Details-

Stamps:Always & Birthday Whimsy

Ink:Purely Pomegranate, Black Stazon

Accessories: Ticket corner, Scallop, Circle & Lace Edge punches, Dazzlin Diamonds Glitter, Double Stitched Ribbon, CB-Birthday & rhinestones brads

Wedding Card

Here is a wedding card I made for a dear friend who is getting married tomorrow on St. Patty's Day. Even though their special day is on St. Patty's day couldn't bring myself to use green on a wedding card =)

Recipe: Mostly Stampin' Up!

Stamps- To Have and To Hold, French Flair, Short & Sweet

Ink- Basic Black, Purely Pomegranate & Silver EP

Paper- Black, Purely Pomegranate, Whisper White

Accessories- Oval & Ticket Corner punches, Dazzlin' Diamonds Glitter, Pearls, CB Swiss Dots & Hodgepodge Hardware

Masculine Birthday

I made this card for my best friend's hubbie, Donnie whom is like a brother to me =) I always have a hard time with masculine cards 'cause I always have flowers and swirls on the brain =)

Recipe: All products used are Stampin' Up!

Stamps- Jazzed Up, Fancy Flexible Phrases, Crosshatch Ink-Blue Bayou, Basic Black. Accessories- Silver cording, Brads, CB-Traffic Jam, Designer Label & Photo Corner Punches

Chinita's Recovery

Chinita is recovering very well since her dental extractions a week ago. She is almost back to her normal self. Momma is relieved at last knowing that she will be fine like the doctor had promised me =) She is running up and down the stairs like her normal usual self ~ the queen of the stairwell =)

Welcome!

Welcome to my blog =) I am still new at this blogging thing so just bare with me ~ still a work in progress. I plan on posting pictures of my paper creations and my fur babies so just check back later =)
A bit more about me I grew up in Puerto Rico but currently reside in Alabama. I enjoy exploring new sites and learning about other cultures. I work full time as a software technician but enjoy ending my work day with my hubbie and my precious fur babies. Feel free to stop by and visit anytime =)