Tuesday 31 January 2017

Be Mine

Evening peeps

There is one thing that people should never have a conversation about, money.  Today at work, it got very heated when the subject of money and what income and bills we all had to pay come up in conversation.  So much so, that one of the girls got quite upset.  If the same subject comes up next week, I think I will just tell them all to shut up.


Anyway, I have made a valentine's card tonight which is something I only ever make when I have an order for one.


The materials used are:

White card stock
Red card stock
Pink card stock
Digital patterned paper
Lattice embossing folder
Tonic First Crush Affections Insert die set
Red stitched ribbon
Pearl heart button
Pearls


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

CAS On Sunday - Hearts
Die Cuttin Divas - Anything Goes
Tuesday Throwdown - Love Notes
Inkspirational - Polka Dots
Crafty Cardmakers - Love, Love, Love
Creatalicious Challenges - Anything Goes
{PIN}spriational Challenges - Photo Inspiration

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Monday 30 January 2017

The Sparkling Bride

Evening peeps

Well I have taken a break from crafting for the last couple of nights to try and catch up on my ironing.  I didn't realise I had so much working uniform until I finished the basket last night.  Now all I need to do is make sure I keep up to date with it.


Anyway, I have made a clean and simple wedding card tonight.  The digital stamp is called Single Rose Bride from Sami Stamps and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Pink card stock
Patterned papers
Crystal Glamour Dust glitter


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Mod Squad Challenge Blog - Show Your Love
Crafty Gals Corner - Anything Goes
MHK Designs - Photo Inspiration
Sami Stamps - Add A Little Sparkle
In The Pink - What's New (new digital stamp)
Crafting By Designs - Pink, Pretty And Girlie
Crafty Catz - Anything Goes
Allsorts Challenge Blog - Let's Celebrate
Cards In Envy - Pink And Grey
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge - Anything Goes
Digi Design Challenge Blog - All About Love
Uniko Studio - Anything Goes

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Friday 27 January 2017

Black Beauty

Evening peeps

Well I sort of had good news yesterday about my MRI scan.  It would seem that I have a disc that is slightly protruding but nothing to worry about.  That's good news, but unfortunately, I am still having problems with my back and arm, so I have now been referred for Psycho to help strengthen my spine and muscles.


Anyway, I have gone with a monochromatic thank you card tonight.  The digital stamp is called The Most Adorable Cavalier from The Paper Shelter and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Black card stock
Digital patterned papers
Spellbinders Sentiments Two die set
Black organza ribbon
Pearls


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Glitter 'n' Sparkle Challenge Blog - Four-Legged Friends
Double D Challenges - Black And White
The Crazy Challenge - Black Is Black
Dragonfly Dreams - With Thanks
The Paper Shelter - Make It Digital
Fab 'n' Funky Challenges - Ribbon And Pearls
Cardz 4 Galz - Movie Madness (The Lady And The Tramp)
Moving Along With The Times - Swirls And Curls
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
Brown Sugar Challenge Blog - Anything Goes
Jo's Scrap Shack - Anything Goes
Morgan's Art World - Add Ribbon
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Thursday 26 January 2017

New Beginnings

Afternoon peeps

Well after having my MRI scan just before Christmas, I am finally getting the results this afternoon.  Not looking forward to it, my Doctor was the one to make the appointment, so I can only came to the conclusion that the scan has shown something.  Hopefully, whatever it is can be treated before it gets any worse.


Anyway, a quick card this afternoon made is nice bold colours.  Materials used are:

White card stock
Grey card stock
Pink Centura Pearl card stock
Blue Centura Pearl card stock
Crafters Companion Argylle embossing folder
Signature Collection Grand Floral die set
Spellbinders Marisa's Bouquet die set
Blue glitter flower buds
Pink glitter flowers buds


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Just Us Girls Challenge - Colour Inspiration
Allsorts Challenge Blog - Daisy, Daisy
Crafty Cardmakers - New Beginnings
Not Just Cards Challenges - New Beginnings
Addicted To Stamps And More - Anything Goes
Creative Craft Cottage - Must Use Flowers
Crafty Purple Frog - New Beginnings


That's all for now.

Teresa
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Wednesday 25 January 2017

Penguin Love

Afternoon peeps

I don't know about anyone else, but having to much choice drives me mad.  I needed to go out and buy an iron today which proved to be a nightmare, there is so much choice in each price range.  I eventually managed to pick one out after half an hour, but then spent the walk home worrying that I should have brought a different one.  I think I'm turning into my Mother, that is how she would be.


Anyway, a nice bit of crafting this morning and I made a Christmas card with one of my favourite images.  The digital stamp is called Frosty Penguins from Polkadoodles and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Lilac Centura Pearl card stock
Pink Centura Pearl card stock
Double sided adhesive sheet
Tattered Lace Delicate Snowflakes embossing folder
Crystal Glamour Dust glitter
Pearl snowflakes


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

If You Give A Crafter A Cookie - Photo Inspiration
Fairy Tale Challenge Blog - Colourful Snowflakes
Passion For ProMarkers - Feminine Fancy
I Love ProMarkers - Anything Goes
Creative Moments - Anything Goes
Creative Inspirations - Cute Critters
Oddball Art Stamps - A Winter's Tale

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Tuesday 24 January 2017

Get Well Soon Coffee

Afternoon peeps

I know I keep moaning about work, but I couldn't believe the attitude of my Section Leader today.  I am a strong believer that no matter what your level within a company, you are no better then the colleagues.  It seems that the younger generation think that being a Section Leader means longer breaks and no work.

Where I used to be a Manager, I am always aware of what is going on around me and today I had to pulled my Section Leader up on the fact that she had near 2 hours worth of breaks as well as popping out to the smoking shelter a couple of times.  The break entitlement for the shift she was working is 20 minutes breakfast break and a half hour lunch.  I think the management are either blind or choose to ignore it, where as I will give it to her straight.


Anyway, I have made another clean and simple card today.  The digital stamp is called Coffee Time - Espresso Yourself from Bugaboo Stamps and it has been coloured using ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Gold Centura Pearl card stock
Crafters Companion Dottie embossing folder
Spellbinders Circle Nesting die set
Tonic Celtic Dream Layering die set
Adirondack Earthtones Espresso ink pad
Red Heart shaped buttons


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Mod Squad Challenge - Get Well Soon
4 Crafty Chicks - Coffee
CAS-ual Fridays - Everything Turns To Gold
Crafting By Designs - Anything Goes
Jo's Scrap Shack - Anything Goes
Come And Get it Challenges - No Designer Paper
Catch The Bug Challenge Blog - Bingo (Button, Player's Choice, Sentiment)
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes
Tuesday Throwdown - Anything Goes
Shopping Our Stash Weekly Challenge Blog - All That Glitters Is Gold
Through The Craft Room Door - Anything Goes
Artistic Inspirations - Anything Goes

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Sunday 22 January 2017

Born To Shop

Evening peeps

A second post today with a quick and simple shopping themed card.  The digital stamp is from Sherri Baldy and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Kraft card stock
Digital patterned paper
Adirondack Earthtones Espresso ink pad
Spellbinders Resplendent Rectangles die set
Red buttons


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

CASology - Cut
Color Throwdown - Colour Inspiration
Besties Challenge - Anything Goes
Scrapping 4 Fun Challenges - Spots And Dots

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Winter Ice Skating

Afternoon peeps

What a fantastic day out yesterday.  My son decided to treat me for my Birthday and booked tickets for the Sky Garden in London.  We also have a meal in Convent Gardens and finished off the day with a drink in Greenwich.



I have never heard of the Sky Garden before, but if you want to get a bird's eye view of the London skyline, I would suggest going.  You only get 1 hour in there, but I think this enough time.  It's at the top of a skyscraper and the best part is that the tickets are free, which is unusual for London.


Anyway, I have spent most of today not really doing a lot, but I have managed to make a card.  The digital stamp is called Fantasy On Ice from The Paper Shelter and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Blue card stock
Double sided adhesive sheets
Digital patterned papers
Tattered Lace Delicate Snowflakes embossing folder
Lattice embossing folder
Tonic Romantic Leaf Affections Insert die set
Blue ribbon
Pearl Snowflakes
White pearls
Crystal Glamour Dust glitter


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Image may contain: text
Die Cuttin Divas - Photo Inspiration
Sunny Day Crafting - Winter Sports
Passion For ProMarkers - Sports / Hobbies
The Paper Shelter - Shades Of Blue
Crafty Gals Corner - Add A Heart
Cute Card Thursday - Cool Colours / Tones
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes Or One For The Kids
Brown Sugar Challenge Blog - Anything Goes
Crafty Catz - Anything Goes
Cupcake Inspirations - Photo Inspiration
The Ribbon Girl Blog - Any Image
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes
The Cutie Pie Challenge Blog - Winter Warmers

That's all for now.

Teresa
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Thursday 19 January 2017

White Winter

Afternoon peeps

Well that will teach me for being cocky, I was working bread for the first time this morning and was sure I would have the bread and cake delivery done by 12 at the latest, how wrong was I.  I didn't finish bread until 11.45 and only managed to get 2 cages of the cake delivery worked.  Next time I think it might be a good idea to keep my mouth shut.


Anyway, I made this winter white theme card last night.  Materials used are:

White card stock
Double sided adhesive sheets
Tattered Lace Delicate Snowflakes embossing folder
Lattice embossing folder
Tonic Celtic Dream Layering die set
Die'sire Snow Is Falling die set
Xcut Let It Snow die
White ribbon
Silver Snowflake metal charm
Gemstones
Crystal Glamour Dust glitter


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Your Next Stamp - Sketch
Fab 'n' Funky Challenges - Must Use Ribbon
Crimbo Crackers - All White
Crafting By Designs - Anything That Shines
C.R.A.F.T. Challenge - Christmas
Sparkles Christmas Challenge - Lots Of Glitter
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog - Photo Inspiration
Happy Little Stampers - Anything Goes With Dies
{PIN}spirational Challenges - Photo Inspiration
Craft-Dee BowZ - Anything Goes
613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes


That's all for now.

Teresa
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Wednesday 18 January 2017

Butterfly Kisses

Afternoon peeps

I feel like I have been baby sitting my Section Leader for the last couple of days.  She doesn't seem to know anything about the department she is looking after.  I tried to explain to her that it's great to have colleagues that can do everything, that's called managing, but seeing that the experienced colleagues are all talking about applying for a new store opening, she could land up with all of us leaving at the same time.  I had to point out that because she didn't know anything on the department, it would full apart.


Anyway, a quick clean and simple card today.  The digital stamp is called Sophia from Art By Miran and it has been coloured using Copics and ProMarkers.


Other materials used are:

White card stock
Spellbinders Circle Nesting die set as a mask
Signature Collection Flit And Flutter die set
Tim Holtz Peacock Feathers Distress ink pad
Green gemstones


I am entering this card into the following challenges:

Star In My Pocket - Show Off Your New Stuff (new digital stamp)
Art By Miran Challenge - Anything Goes
QKR Stampede - CAS
Crafty Catz - Butterflies
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes
Tuesday Throwdown - Your Favourite Medium (Copics And ProMarkers)
Crafty Sentiments Designs - Anything Goes
Creative Inspirations - Fabulous Forals
Butterfly Challenge - J Is For Jewels And Jade
Through The Craft Room Door - Anything Goes
Morgan's ArtWorld - Anything Goes
Inkspirational - Flutter
Crafty Creations Challenges - Anything Goes
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes

That's all for now.

Teresa
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