Thursday, September 30, 2010

Wicked Halloween Treat ~ CCMC 118



After being inspired to create "ANYTHING BUT A CARD" over at Create with Connie & Mary, I broke out the Halloween goodies and whipped up this little treat. I've seen this darling design using the Two Tags die on several blogs, so I thought I'd try one, too!



Head on over to Create with Connie & Mary and join us in creating "anything but a card." Thanks for stopping by!



Stamps: Dark & Dreary, Wicked Cool
Paper: Tangerine Tango, Basic Black, Whisper White CS, Nite Owl DSP
Ink: Black Stazon
Other: Big Shot, Two Tags Die, Cutter Kit, Glimmer Basics Brads, Raven 1/2" Trim, Wide Oval, Decorative Label & Scallop Edge Punches, Natural Hemp Twine


Monday, September 27, 2010

Bridal Shower ~ 2 Sketches 4 You



Happy Monday, folks! It's time for another fabulous sketch over at 2 Sketches 4 You. Our sponsor this week is EAD Designs. I used this darling bridal gown and coordinating sentiment decals for my simple, classic bridal shower card.



Hope you'll stop by at 2 Sketches 4 You and play along with us this week:)



Thanks for stopping by today!



Decals by EAD Designs
Paper: Crushed Curry, Soft Suede, Whisper White CS, Elegant Soiree DSP
Other: Eyelet Border, Large Oval & Scallop Oval Punches, Whisper White Satin Ribbon, Vintage Brads


Saturday, September 25, 2010

Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 48} Show Stoppers





The LEAD for Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 48} is Erica Cerwin at Pink Buckaroo Designs. Erica's card was so beautiful designed using some fabulous paper layering, and adorable teacup stamping and coloring!





The Top 5 Show Stoppers for this week are...

Krista at Krista's Stamp Spot



Vicki at It's a Stamp Thing



Chupa at Random Thoughts of Creativity



Debby at Lime Doodle



Sue at My Inner Reflection



Congratulations, ladies, and thank you for sharing your talent with us at the Curtain Call! Enjoy your badges:)

See you all back here at midnight for a brand new color challenge...lots of neutrals with a POP!

Friday, September 24, 2010

Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 48}



It's a little late in the summer to break out the coleslaw, but I couldn't resist this scrumptious color scheme from coleslaw at alkaline sisters. I hope you'll join me and the crew this week using your Poppy Parade, Rich Razzleberry, Very Vanilla, Wild Wasabi & Peach Parfait.

To participate in the Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 48...

1. Create a papercrafted (card, scrapbook page, or 3D) project using these colors or similar shades.
2. Post it on your blog or other public gallery (Splitcoaststampers, Paper Craft Planet, Stampin' Addicts, etc.) using the keywords Curtain Call 48 and make sure to include a link back here to the challenge.
3. Enter your name and the direct link to your project in the Mr. Linky box below.

Please note the deadline will be Friday night. You have until Friday, September 24th before midnight (CST) to enter your Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 48 project.

Join us for the Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 48 and you could be one of the next Show Stoppers! We have two awards up for grabs plus a giveaway (details below)! Those chosen as "The Lead" and "Top 5" will receive an award to post on their blog(s) and share the exciting news!





Fast & Fabulous







Stamps: Fast & Fabulous, Afterthoughts
Paper: Peach Parfait, Very Vanilla CS, Woodland Park DSP
Ink: Poppy Parade, Rich Razzleberry, Wild Wasabi, Peach Parfait
Other: Poppy Parade Poly Twill, Vintage Brads, Paper Piercing Tool, Scallop Trim & Wide Oval Punches, cream twine (non-SU)




The Curtain Call Crew has samples to show you today, too, so make sure you stop by to see:

Christina MacLaren at Seaglass & Sentiments
Jean Martin at Stampin' Scrapper
Julie Lacey at Stamps & Taxes
Laurel Seabrook at Seabrook Designs
Makiko Jones at MakInk Studio
Monika Davis at M.A.D. Stamper
Piali Biswas at Touch of Creation
Silke Ledlow at My Life
Teresa Kline at Enjoy the VA Sunshine



and September Guest Designer, Vicki Dutcher at All I Do is Stamp.

...then play along with us and post your Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 48 creation using Mr. Linky back here at Stacey's Stamping Stage.



Thursday, September 23, 2010

Happy Birthday ~ CCMC117



Ready for a fun color inspiration challenge? Well, head over to the Create with Connie & Mary Thursday Challenge and check out the new challenge this week, CCMC117. I was inspired to use Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz & Peach Parfait!



Thanks for stopping by!



Have a great day!



Stamps: Afterthoughts
Paper: Pear Pizazz, Peach Parfait, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White CS, Greenhouse Gala DSP
Ink: Black Stazon
Other: Scallop Trim Punch, Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding


Monday, September 20, 2010

Miss You Already, Miss Piggy! ~ 2 Sketches 4 You



How stinkin' cute is this Miss Piggy image from our sponsor this week, Robin's Fetish? I just adore it, soooooo cute...reminds me of our crossbred piggie litter we had this past winter. Laura has a brand new sketch up and running over at 2 Sketches 4 You!



I paired Laura's sketch up with the Color Throwdown #110 using the most perfect colors for Miss Piggy...Pink Pirouette, Basic Gray and Rich Razzleberry! I just love when things come together like that!



Hope you'll join us over at 2 Sketches 4 You this week! Thanks for stopping by!





Stamps: Miss Piggy digital image (Robin's Fetish)
Paper: Pink Pirouette, Basic Gray, Whisper White CS, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP
Ink: Basic Gray, Copics
Other: Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Sewing Machine & Tread, Hemp Twine, Designer Label Punch


Saturday, September 18, 2010

Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 47} Show Stoppers



Wow! What a fabulous week of Curtain Call submissions! Thanks, everyone, for stopping by!



Our LEAD for this week is Betty at Stamping to the Wright with this knock-your-socks-off creation!




The Top 5 Show Stoppers this week are...

Maureen at Buttons & Bling



Karen at Luv to Stamp



Marlene at Hands On



Laurie at Soapbox Creations



Nance at Canopy Crafts



Congrats, ladies! Enjoy your badges:) See you all back here for a new Curtain Call Color Challenge in the morning!

Friday, September 17, 2010

Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 47}



This week's color inspiration comes from the happy home, which includes Crumb Cake, Always Artichoke, Early Espresso & Whisper White.

To participate in the Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 47...

1. Create a papercrafted (card, scrapbook page, or 3D) project using these colors or similar shades.
2. Post it on your blog or other public gallery (Splitcoaststampers, Paper Craft Planet, Stampin' Addicts, etc.) using the keywords Curtain Call 47 and make sure to include a link back here to the challenge.
3. Enter your name and the direct link to your project in the Mr. Linky box below.

Please note the deadline will be Friday night. You have until Friday, September 17th before midnight (CST) to enter your Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 47 project.

Join us for the Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 47 and you could be one of the next Show Stoppers! We have two awards up for grabs plus a giveaway (details below)! Those chosen as "The Lead" and "Top 5" will receive an award to post on their blog(s) and share the exciting news!





Life is a Matter of Moments



For my inspiration card this week, I inked up the Countryside stamp set to showcase the earthy tones for Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 47}. The Always Artichoke, Early Espresso & Crumb Cake are all included in the new Deck the Halls DSP from the Holiday Mini...gorgeous, vintage paper!




Stamps: Countryside, Elements of Style
Paper: Crumb Cake, Confetti White CS, Deck the Halls DSP
Ink: Early Espresso
Other: Distressing Essentials, Library Clips, Natural Hemp Twine, Early Espresso Ribbon, Eyelet Border Punch, Top Note & Big Shot



The Curtain Call Crew has samples to show you today, too, so make sure you stop by to see:

Christina MacLaren at Seaglass & Sentiments
Jean Martin at Stampin' Scrapper
Julie Lacey at Stamps & Taxes
Laurel Seabrook at Seabrook Designs
Makiko Jones at MakInk Studio
Monika Davis at M.A.D. Stamper
Piali Biswas at Touch of Creation
Silke Ledlow at My Life
Teresa Kline at Enjoy the VA Sunshine



and September Guest Designer, Vicki Dutcher at All I Do is Stamp.

...then play along with us and post your Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 47 creation using Mr. Linky back here at Stacey's Stamping Stage.