Happy Holidays Card - CAS(E)

   Hello again. I am in another card share mode this week so expect a week of card related posts. Every once in awhile I love to do a clean and simple approach to cards and thought this week's sketch from CAS(E) sketch #188 was perfect for a Christmas card. 

   Here is my take on it, along with the matching envelope seal.  

Supplies: cardstock (American Crafts, Canvas Home Basics and Bazzill Basics) pattern paper (American Crafts), stickers (Photo Play Paper), ink (Close to My Heart), embossing folder (Echo Park Paper Co.), embossing machine (Sizzix), manual die (Heidi Swapp), die cutter (Spellbinders) and punch (EK Success)

   I love that this card is super simple but is not boring. 

 Here is just the card.

   Love the mixing font styles even on cards. It adds more interest.

The Simpler Times - SBC 478

   This sketch reveal for Scrapbook Challenges was another one I created. I have to say I so much prefer drawing sketches by hand that on the computer. I am happy that Brynn- Marie is able to clean the sketches up on the computer because I am sure you would have a very hard time figuring out my handmade sketch.

Here is my take on it.

Supplies: cardstock (Bazzill Basics), pattern paper (Photo Play, Heidi Swapp, Graphic 45 and Basic Grey) stickers (American Crafts and Authentique), wood veneer (Target), embossing folders (Echo Park), inks (Tim Holtz and Close to My Heart), enamel dot (My Mind's Eye), doily (Studio Calico), border punch (EK Success), embossing machine (Sizzix), electronic die cutter, cartridge and software (Cricut), pen (Project Life) and glossy accents (Ranger)

   I am not sure if it is just a lazy thing or I just like the added interest but I always dot my electronic die cut "I"s with an enamel dot. I would like to believe it is the interest but I am pretty sure it is laziness since I don't want to bother gluing down that teeny tiny dot. 

   I am loving these Christmas/ winter theme embossing folders my Mom picked out for me. I am shocked she actually picked them out since I never showed her these. Using the faux letterpress technique sure makes the impression stand out.

Don't forget to link up your creations on the Mr. Linky at Scrapbook Challenges to have a chance at winning this month's prize.

Seating for 4 - SBC #FBF

   After many distractions, one being of Buster staring at me with one eye while laying in his bed, and errands I finally am getting this post posted. Today's post is the first remake sketch of the year for Scrapbook Challenges. 

   This is the original. 

   Here is the update. 

   I loved this sketch because I was able to change the amount of photos easily but the sketch is easily can be seen in the finish product.  First off I have to say I am in love with the printer I got for Christmas. I just love the quality of this print I did.

Supplies: cardstock (The paper Studio), patter paper (Heidi Swapp and Canvas Corp. Brand), border punch (EK Success), doily (Studio Calico), stickers (American Crafts and Studio Calico), wood veneer (Target), electronic die cutter, software and cartridge (Cricut), sewing machine and black thread.

   Here is a little tip on wood veneers, buy those cute little gift toppers or ornaments you can find at Target. I bought a package of 6 of these snowflake for only $0.50.  These would have easily been  a lot more if you found them at a craft store. 

   Here is a close up on the title work. After I did this page I realized I used the same title for 2014 Thanksgiving page or Christmas.

Santa & Me - SBC #FBF

   It is time for another Flashback Friday sketch. This week at Scrapbook Challenges we updated sketch #279

   I entitled this layout Santa & Me (while not me as in myself but my mom), I found the photos in  cute little cards that came with the photos and the front's said Santa & Me. 

Supplies: cardstock (The Paper Studio), pattern paper (Heidi Swapp and Studio Calico card kit paper pad), washi tape (American Crafts and Studio Calico), chipboard (Bo Bunny), stickers (American crafts), twine (Timeless Twine), doily (Doodlebug Design), stitching template (American Crafts), border punch (EK Success), pen (Project Life)

   Here are some close-ups since it is hard to see a double page spread online. 

   Don't you just love that look on my mom's face in that last photo on the right.

Ornaments Done Two Ways

   I am going to walk you through on how to turn a clear glass ornament bulb and two switch plate covers into two very different looking ornaments and all it take is just a little time. 

   In little as 30 minutes you could have these two unique ornaments tucked onto a tree or into gift bags for those unexpected last minute gifts you need to give.  

Supplies: cardstock (The Paper Studio), pattern paper (Heidi Swapp), sequins, twine (Timeless Twine), sticker (SRM Stickers), washi tape (American Crafts), ink (Close to my Heart), snowflake stamp, transparency, glass bulb and switch covers.

For the glass bulb, I just had my cricut cut out two 3" circle that fits into  a 3 1/4" bulb. I glued the circles together and trimmed of an 1/8" off the top. Add your sticker and roll up the paper in a tube so it can be popped into the bulb. Using a pencil or any small stick maneuver the paper until it is opened and flat. Fill with sequins and pop on the top, make sure the prawns on the clip is on either side of the paper. Add a pom-pom made from the twine and add the twine hanger string. 

For the light switch version this takes a little longer but is worth it. 

First start by covering the covers with your pattern paper. Cut out opening. On a transparency sheet stamp snowflakes. Cut sheet a little bigger that opening size.Glue inside covers with hot glue making sure the stamp side is facing in so there is no chance of smudges. Glue covers back to back. Cover seam with washi tape and twine. Glue on decorations. Poke hole into top hole on covers and thread twine through.