Thanks Happy Hedgehog

Happy New Year's Eve!

Anyone have plans to watch fireworks? We are staying in for the night where it will be nice and warm. I just got over a cold and now the hubby has caught some type of bug. I am sure we can find a movie if needed, but that will depend on what time football ends.

I have been busy in the craft room today enjoying my free (and quiet) time. Kelsey went to her boyfriend's lake house, so she is not sharing my space. I decided to find a sketch/challenge.

Today's project...

I needed to make a thank you card for my secret pal since I didn't make enough the other day. I watercolored a happy MFT hedgehog. I did stamp and heat emboss his outline before applying the color. I pulled out my Gansai Tambi paints, but I did not like the browns or pinks. Instead I used my older set from Artist Loft (Michaels brand), which had a few shades of each pink and brown.

I used the following sketch from Atlantic Hearts Sketch and it closes tonight. Just in time!

The scallop oval is a die from Avery Elle ~ Sweet Scallops set. I added white pearls around every other scallop and then a pink bow to match his scarf.

The thanks die is by Paper Smooches.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and enjoy your celebrations.

Take Care,

Georgiana 

Pink Multi Jewels from Eyelet Outlet and Brads

Click here for the Valentine Hop or just scroll down.

Hello Everyone!

Today is my first day to post at Eyelet Outlet and Brads...very exciting! Before I share my design team project,  I want to let you know that there is a Daily Deal where you can get a product each day at a discounted price. YES! Every day a new deal. Be sure to check it out!

Here is my Design Team project...

I decided to make Valentine tags for my student's gift bags.  Since I have 20 students, I made 20 tags.

I used Multi Jewels which come in a variety of colors. I used the smallest pink jewels for the corner of my tags.

The tag base is by Miss Kate Cuttables, but the top layer is another file. The heart is from the mailbox I posted yesterday (SVG Cuts) and the stamped sentiment is by Whimsical Designs. I cut all the pieces with my Cameo.

I used pink ribbon and a black and white twine to attach the tag to the bag.

Here is the gift bag from yesterday's Valentine blog hop. I think it looks awesome together. If you missed the hop scroll down and check out the projects and blog candy. You still have time!

 Other Materials:
red, black, and white card stock
Versafine Onyx Black ink

Eyelet Outlet and Brads has such a wide variety of products you need to check them out today!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Fight for a Cure...Think Pink

Hello Diva Fans,

Today I am sharing the new challenge at Die Cuttin' Divas. I hope you will join us this week since this is an important and meaningful challenge.

This Week's Challenge...

Think Pink

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States (other than skin cancer). But millions of women are surviving the disease thanks in part to early detection and improvements in treatment.

Here is my Design Team project...

A dark pink tumbler (from the Dollar Tree) personalized with a light pink ribbon. I cut the vinyl on my Cricut at 4''. I peeled the negative around the shape of the ribbon, and then used transfer tape to apply the vinyl to the center of the cup.

The tag was cut from Plantin Schoolbook at 3 1/2". The ribbon was cut from the Pink Journey Cricut cartridge at 2 3/4". The stamped sentiment is from the Jaded Blossom stamp set ~ Fight for a Cure.

The Hershey Kisses (wrapped in pink foil) have two different sentiments on the bottom, which is part of Fight for a Cure stamp set. I alternated between white and kraft paper with Hope and Faith.  

Other Challenges:
Allsorts ~ Let's Make It Pink
In the Pink ~ Ribbon and/or Bows
Craft Your Passion ~ Always Anything Goes

Hope you will join us at Die Cuttin' Divas this week for our "Think Pink" challenge.

Enjoy your day!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Project a Day #3 ~ Fabulous in Pink

Hello Everyone,

Just a quick post this morning since I am on my way out the door to head to the Scrapbook Expo in Orlando. Looking forward to the two classes I signed up for and some Early Bird shopping. I will be sure to share about the classes and any crafty goodies I purchase.

Here is my project for Day 3...yippee...so far so good with getting a project done each day.

The two MFT flamingos are staring at each other inside the Ella Avery frame.

 I love the vellum with embossed MFT sentiment (Tickled Pink stamp set) laying over the pink polka dot paper. 

Challenges:
In the Pink ~ 3 (colors)-2 (flamingoes) -1 (heart)
Allsorts ~pink

Have a fabulous day!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Breast Cancer Awareness at DoubleClick Skittles

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back for another DoubleClick Skittles Challenge.

The Challenge...Use Pink

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also referred to in America as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer.

Here is my Design Team project...

A breast cancer monkey from KaDoodle Bug Designs on a postage stamp card base.

Pretty pink skittles...do you have yours?!?!

That is a My Craft Spot Tiny Tags stamps. These mini stamps are just the perfect size.

Other Challenges:
Little Scrap Pieces ~ Show it Off Saturday

Hope you will join us at DoubleClick Skittles this week for our "Breast Cancer" challenge. The other design team members have done a fantastic job showing thier support,  so be sure to check them out! Join us today.

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Happy Bird-Day with Your Favorite Colors

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back for another Die Cuttin' Diva Challenge.

This Week's Challenge...

Favorite Color Combination

This was NOT an easy decision. I love LOTS of colors and it seems to change by season or as the fashion trend changes. Not too long ago I loved the red, white, and blue combination. More recently I have been using/wearing pink...not pale pink, but a bright pink. You should see my new sneakers...they are bright...very bright!

Here is my Design Team project...

I decided to use pink with white and brown. This flamingo was a freebie a few weeks ago (Isn't she fun!) at Little Scraps of Heaven and the mat is from Elegant Edges (p. 39). The edges were inked in pink and then a couple pink pearls we scattered.

 All the papers were from the scrap box (Yah!) and the stamp is by Cardz TV.

Hope you will join us at Die Cuttin' Divas this week for our "Favorite Color Combination" challenge. The other design team members have done a fantastic job with their creations, so be sure to check them out! Also, we have Design Team news about two of our members.

Hope you will join the challenge this week!

Stay Creative,

Georgiana 

Whimsical Wednesday ~ 3,2,1 Challenge

Hello Crafty Friends,

 

Today is a Whimsical Designs on Wednesday!

Since Valentine's is tomorrow, I thought why not another Valentine's Day card. It sure does put you in the mood for love.

 

This Week's challenge...3, 2, 1

What does that mean? You get to choose 3 of any item, then pick 2, and finally only use 1 other object.

I used different 3 colored card stocks, 2 ribbons, and finally 1 button.

 

The focal point is a Spellbinders ~ Contemporary Hearts. I found it at Scrapbuck.com and I just love the details, especially all those cut-out hearts.

Materials:

 red, pink, and white card stock
Spellbinders ~ Contemporary Hearts
Tim Holtz distressed embossing folder
white ribbon
twine (thank you Carri)
red button
white pearls
Whimsical Designs stamp ~ With Love set
Barn Door Distress ink by Tim Holtz

This week's sponsor...
The Robin's Nest

$10.00 gift certificate
 

Be sure to stop by Whimsical Designs to see the other design team projects! Can't wait to see what you create for this "3, 2, 1" challenge.
 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Color Challenge at Die Cuttin' Divas

Happy Diva Tuesday!

 

Today brings another challenge at Die Cuttin' Divas and what better way to celebrate than with a new project, especially with the following colors.

 

The Challenge...

Pink, Red, Purple, and/or White

 

Here is my Design Team project...

I am always thinking of chocolate goodies this time of year!

Materials:

Sweet Shop Cricut cartridge

Martha Stewart paper ~ background paper

K&Company paper ~ oval background

red, pink, and white card stock

red lace

white pearls

red fabric hearts

 

Hope you will join us at Die Cuttin' Divas this week for our color challenge (Did you see our sponsor?). Don't forget to visit the other design team members and see their magnificent projects too. So many creative ways of using these colors!

 

Be sure to come back tomorrow for Whimsical Designs on Wednesday.

 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

"I am an Adult" Birthday

Hello Crafty Friends,

 

My son returned to college today, so we have been busy this weekend getting him ready to go. We took him out to eat yesterday to Red Lobster. Can you believe my children (18 and 14 years old) have NEVER been there?!?! My hubby likes to fish, but he will not eat it and my favorite restaurant is actually Olive Garden. My son decided on ordering chicken after much deliberation and my daughter said she only liked the dessert (she said she doesn't want to go back). Well, I guess I will have to find a friend to go with me next time since my food was delicious. 

 

Here is a new card I created at the request of a co-worker.

 She asked for pink camo, but I could not find any (If anyone knows where I can get some for future projects, please let me know.). I decided to emboss and use army green to get a similar effect.

 This is 3Girl JAM ribbon ~ Seasons Bundle. I used the bow maker from Creative Cutter Room to make my triple bow.

Materials:

pink, white, and army green card stock

Birthday Bash Cricut cartridge

Paper Studio embossing folder

green pearls

pink button

pink embroidery floss

 

Challenges:

3 Girl JAM ~ Anything Goes

2 Sisters Challenge ~ Anything Goes

 

This is going to be a busy week for me. I hope you enjoy your week and find time to craft.

 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Purrfect....It's Your Birthday!

Hello Crafty Friends,

 

I squeezed in a card today before I head back to school tomorrow for another week of jam-packed learning. Thanksgiving Break is in 3 weeks, so I know I will have some extra crafting time soon. Then, Winter Break is 3 weeks after that. We will have 2 1/2 weeks off. Half the school year will be completed at that time. Time sure does fly by!

 

I saw this pink birthday challenge and thought how "PURRFECT".

Materials:

ALL papers are from scrap box

Spellbinders ~ Picot Edge Circles

Create a Critter Cricut cartridge ~ cat 2", pillow 1", and title 3/4" (p. 38)

Birthday Bash Cricut cartridge ~ tag (p. 70) cut at 1"

pink ribbon (recycled from a prize)

pink gems

My Pink Stamper ~Itty Bitty-licious stamp

pink craft thread

black ink

Challenges:

Tuesday Morning Sketches ~ Virtual Birthday Party

Cricut Chirp ~ Birthday Bash

DL.Art ~ Anything Goes

Amusing Challenge ~ Anything Goes

That Craft Place Challenge ~ Tic Tac Toe (gems, sentiment, ribbon)

 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Live with Cancer Awareness

Hello Crafty Friends,

 

Back to school today for the 8th week (out of 36 weeks). The students have settled into a routine nicely and I am finally beginning to balance school and more crafting. I even have an exercise class I try to go to twice a week.

 

There is a new challenge at Exploring Cricut today.

 

The Challenge: Breast Cancer Awareness 

 

Here is my Exploring Cricut project...

Materials:

breast cancer paper from scrap box

ki Memories papers ~ Rainbow collection

white card stock

Pink Journey Cricut cartridge ~ shoe cut at 1 3/4" and Live cut at 3/4"

pink gems

 

Other Challenges:

Cut It Up! ~ Pink (Breast Cancer)

Celebrate the Occasion ~ Breast Cancer

 Dilo en Espanol ~ Breast Cancer

Dream Valley Challenges ~ Go Pink

Link up for Pink

2 Sisters Challenge ~ sketch

 

What are you waiting for? Go create your pink card today! Don't forget to link it up!

 

Be sure to come back later today for the Creative Cutter Room ~ Canvas Corp Blog Hop.

 

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

Happy Blogoversary Catarina!

Hello Crafty Friends,

Catarina is celebrating her one year Blogoversary! We are so excited we thought we would have a fun hop to celebrate!

 I am so glad you are hopping along with us today! Be sure to hop along and comment along the way because Catarina from Docerela Creations will be offering a grand prize to a lucky person who comments on all the blog participants for this hop! Plus, you don't want to miss any of the super awesome projects and blog candy giveaways along the way!

Today all the Design Team members and our Guest Designer (That's Me!) will be using the color theme pink and brown.

Here is my project:

Materials:
My Mind's Eye ~ Lost & Found paper
Nifty Fifties cartridge
pink gems
pink craft thread
Docerela stamps ~ Mix & Match III
brown ink

How about some blog candy?

Yummy! Yes, It is all pink and brown.

All you have to do is be a follower,  leave a comment on this post, and a way for me to contact you if you win.  Sorry, due to postal issues this is open to U.S. residents.

I will close the comments on April 25th and announce the winner by the end of week.

**One entry per person please**

Catarina from Docerela Creations will be offering up a grand prize...a set of her stamps. To be entered to win you must comment on all the blogs that are hopping today. I must say...I just bought the Summertime set and I am so looking forward to its arrival. I have truly been enjoying the Mix & Match set I won. 

The line up:

Carri

Ana

Georgiana (I am the guest designer!)

Tatiana

Nitasha

Docerela Creations

Your next stop is Tatiana. Go check out what she has created for you.

Stay Creative,

Georgiana

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Happy Tuesday!

Today brings another challenge at Die Cuttin' Divas and what better way to celebrate than with a new project.

Our new challenge this week is...Anything Goes!

These are the best challenges since you get to choose the colors, cuts, embellishments, and the layout/sketch.

 Materials:

K&Company paper ~ Amy Bulter Lotus paper

cream cardstock

April Showers cartridge ~ banner cut at 1 1/4"

Hannah Montana cartridge ~ LOVE cut at 1/4"

crinkle ribon from Karen at Little Scrap Pieces

pink buttons

cream craft thread

Our Sponsor...

Lots of exciting news coming soon...Design Team announcements, upcoming Blog Hops, and another giveaway (I only need 20 followers to reach 800!).

Can't wait to see all those amazing projects that you make,

Georgiana