Happy Mothers Day

Since I only post on the first Monday of each month, how was everyones Easter?  We didn't go anywhere or do anything different that Sunday.  Oh, I think I might have mowed the lawn.  I am having a horrible problem knowing what day it is.  Don't ask me the date, I don't know.

One thing I do know is that Sandy is a FABULOUS designer.  She has 3D cut files for a specific occasion or you can easily adapt a svg file and make it your own!  For this Monday I have chosen Flower Box with Handle.  Now I am adapting these (I made 2) for a Mothers Day gift for my neighbors.  They are both wonderful towards Bob and I.  Just thought a little something would be nice to say thank you.  Here is my creation!

These turned out so pretty.  I used Pocket Full of Posies printed
paper from DCWV 2010. The solids are from American Crafts.
The light blue and orange are textured.  The teal box on the
left is Bazil.  Bright blue and yellow are from Recollections.
The gems are ones I bought from Joanns on clearance for
.99 cents many moons ago.

In this picture you can the what the other sides on the box
look like.  The top picture showed the other side.  The brads
are ones I have collected over the years.  

Using the left over flower insides, I made some simple tags.
I put the tags on with metallic embrodiery floss from DNC.

Well that is it from my neck of the woods.  I have to tell you (and you probably have already noticed this) I am amazed how creative I can get using just the items I have on hand.  She who has the most craft stuff wins more craft stuff.

Take care and stay safe my crafties.  Bright blessings,

Team Trace Southern Girls Challenge X2

Hey Ya'all!  I hope this finds you healthy and sassy.  Here in Oregon, USA we are still under lock down.  But there is light at the end of the tunnel now.  The state may reduce orders that have kept many businesses closed for almost 2 months now.  I think our business will be a survivor!

I think that this challenge image from JMC Designs called 'Pippa' will bring a smile and/or a giggle.  But first, lets see who our sponsor(s) are for this anything goes challenge.

Krafterscart

JMC Designs

Star Jam For Kids

Please go show some love to our FABULOUS sponsors.  They really appreciate it.  Without them there would be no challenge.  Thanks Crafties!

OK on to my creation.  It's picture heavy so be prepared...

I have colored Pippa with Primsacolor pencils.  The card
stock is from American Crafts.  The patterned paper is
from Hot Off The Press and is called Paper Pizazz.

Here are the items I decided on for decorations.  Jems from
Crystal Stickers made by Mark Richards.  The other
embellishments are from a big tub of stickers that I found
at a thrift store.

This is a easel card.  I used 1/4 inch generic score tape to
adhere the top of the easel.

I used the generic double sided score tape to adhere the
bottom of the card.  I used the Mark Richards Crystal stickers
for a stopper for the top part of the card.

Here is what the bottom of the card looks like.

Bottom sticker I used and I backed it wil some pink card.

Another stickers for the top portion of card.  I will write a note
later in this space.

Here is the finished card.  I think this will put a smile on my
friends face.

The back of my card.

So that is my creation for this Southern Girls Challenge.  I hope I have put a smile on your face.  I will see you again at the end of May.  Until then...

Crafty Gals Corner Challenge #206 Easter/Spring

Hello from my other blog.  Rhapsody on paper is going through a change.  It's been 5 years and I think I need to get with the times.  So watch for something new soon!  So time for a new challenge over at Crafty Gals Corner.  But of course lets see who our amazing sponsor(s) are for #206 Easter/Spring challenge

Creative Bug on the Loose
Prize~5 Digital Stamps

Bugaboo Stamps
Prize~$12 Gift Certificate

Digital Delights

Prize~$5 Gift Certificate

These are our fabulous sponsor(s).  Please go show some love!  They really appreciate it!

Now on to my project.  It is a image called Cuddle Buns Gets Squished created by Creative Bug on the Loose.  This image is so danged cute.  Perfect for Easter/Spring Celebrating.  Here is what I created.

I colored the image with Prismacolors and Arteza pencils.  Then found the
backgound that I have used for ages.  Put Cuddle Buns on background and
proceeded to decorate with stickers.  I think it's cute.  Something very different
from what I usually create.

That's it for this challenge.  Now I want to talk about the Covid-19 pandemic.  Oregon is under lock-down except for essential services and grocery stores.  The grocery stores are now limiting how many people are allowed into a store.  (ie Kroger)  Bob and I are so lucky to be somewhat healthy.  (knock on wood) Please take care of yourself and your loved ones.  Check on your neighbors, see how they are doing.  We all need to help each other if we want to get rid of this virus.  Prayers for healing!

Bright Blessings,