August Paper Pumpkin Bicycle

Here it is September and it's time to start thinking of fall and all that goes with it.  But today is sort of a last hurray for summer.  This card was inspired by my grandson and his love of riding any and all of his riding toys be they tricycles, hot cycles (is that what they're called?), or bicycle.  His favorite pastime is going really fast!  So while the weather is getting cooler, we still have lots of time to play outside.  Here's my take on the Paper Pumpkin kit for August.  I seem to get stuck in needing to follow the idea that comes in the package.  Now, how silly is that?!  Today I've stepped out of the box and created something totally different.  Hope you let me know what you think...

Stamps:  Pedal Praise (Aug Paper Pumpkin), Gorgeous Grunge, and Pennant Parade
Ink:  Pool Party, Calypso Coral, and Real Red
Paper:  Pool Party, Calypso Coral, and Whisper White
Accessories:  Petite Pennants Builder Punch, Calypso Coral Baker's Twine, Subtles Candy Dots, and Dimensionals

If you've seen the Paper Pumpkin kit for August, you know this looks absolutely nothing like the suggested card to make.  That's what is so very much fun about these kits.  You can go simple and follow the idea, or go crazy and do whatever you want.

When I first saw the Gorgeous Grunge set in the catalog, I wasn't too sure about getting it.  Now that I have the set, I seem to use it all the time.  It has some great background filler stamps that work great for so many different things.  I used 2 of them on this card to signify clouds in the sky.  And the skinny lines make a great roadway to ride a bike on.  You just need to use your imagination a little bit.

Thanks for stopping by today.  Hope you've had a relaxing weekend and you're ready to get back to it tomorrow!  How come the weekend always flies by so fast?  I can never get everything done that I think I should.  Oh well, do the best you can and wing the rest!!  Have a great week...   Sharon

Butterfly Swaps

Hopefully this works and you'll be getting some 'scheduled posts' while I'm in Salt Lake City stamping and relaxing (right!) with my downline and friends. Since you can't be there to swap with me, I wanted to share some of my swaps with you this way instead. I don't have a lap-top, so I won't be able to give you any updates as they happen. Sorry! But I didn't want to leave you entirely in the lurch with absolutely nothing to brighten your day! So here's Tuesday's swap card for you....

I hope it puts a little smile on your face. It was quick to make and doesn't have too many extras. I wanted the look of two different prints on it, so I used a large background stamp for half, and then used the cute little butterflies in the "Sprinkles" stamp set on the white overlay.

I like the look of motion for the butterfly and the easiest way I know to achieve this is to add a layer of vellum over the cardstock. This was so very easy to do with our new butterfly punch. It's made to fit the butterfly in the "Flight of the Butterfly" stamp set. If you don't have it yet, you might need to add it to your wish list. Unless you really like to cut out all those little piddly layers. If you'd like to order this punch, just go to the Online Ordering button on the right. It will take you to my website and you can order and have it sent to you just as quick as can be.

All stamps and materials by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Flight of the Butterfly, Sprinkles, and Pretty Petals bkgd

Cardstock: Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Pretty in Pink, and Whisper White

Ink: Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, and Basic Black

Accessories: Butterfly Punch, Pretty in Pink Grosgrain Ribbon, Scallop Edge Punch, Soft Subtles Mini Brads, and Dimensionals.

Hope you're enjoying your summer and are ready to get back to stamping when I get home again. Remember classes are next week. There is room for a few more people if you'd like to join us. Just leave me an email and I'll get it Sunday night and add you to the list.

Happy Stampin',

Sharon

July Class Cards

Wow, I keep forgetting to post the projects from July's classes. It was only 2 weeks ago. Well better late than never, right?

I found this card on someone's blog several weeks ago, and for the life of me, I can't find it again. If it's your's, please let me know so I can give you credit! I love how the colors remind me of sunshine and water - the perfect summer card. One of the ladies in class turned this one into a graduation card with a different sentiment stamp. That was a great idea. Wouldn't a teen really like the bright colors and retro look?

All stamps and materials by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Pick a Petal and Celebrate

Cardstock: Only Orange, Summer Sun, Bermuda Bay, and Whisper White

Ink: Summer Sun, Only Orange, Bermuda Bay, and Basic Black

Accessories: Bermuda Bay PolkaDot Ribbon, 1" Circle Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Fire Circle Rhinestone Brads, and Dimensionals

This next card I also used for my sister's birthday. Her 2nd favorite color is blue. This just wouldn't look right in purple! Anyway, I think she liked it.

All stamps and materials by Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Cheep Talk, It's Your Birthday (retired), and Perfect Petals bkgd

Cardstock: Bashful Blue, Night of Navy, Sahara Sand, and Whisper White

Ink: Bashful Blue, Night of Navy, and Certainly Celery

Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, Bashful Blue Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Soft Subtle Mini Brads, Modern Label Punch, and Dimensionals

The other two cards from class were already posted before class time. You can find them here and here. Hope you enjoy all of these.

Hugs,

Sharon