Time to stand on our heads and turn the PPA256 Sketch Challenge upside down. Gymnastics aren’t for everyone so be careful when trying this at home. All kidding aside, don’t adjust your screen! I did turn the sketch a few different directions before deciding how to use it. Just click the sketch image to view the correct sketch. The patterned … Continue reading →
I bet you think this card is for Independence Day. Well, that’s what it was intended for. However, there were a few hiccups with the Wild West blog last week and I’ve had to spend time fixing a few things. Actually, it was a little more serious than a hiccup… somewhere between trip and crash is more accurate. I’d say it’s celebration time! Now … Continue reading →
Happy Thursday or what some of us call Friday Junior! You know what that means, right? It’s time to play with Pals Paper Arts. So, come join me for PPA255 Color Challenge with the Pals. What do you think, Father’s Day? Birthday? As you can see this trio of rich colors spoke to me in “Guy” talk. That means earthy … Continue reading →
Almost time for new Weekly Deals but while we wait, it’s time for the Wild West Pick June 8, 2015. This week one person guessed correctly…. Ruth B. Her guess was Floral Frames Thinlits #127012. Remember, everyone that made a guess before this post gets the tutorial tomorrow. This project is definitely a case of something new pairing with something old for a … Continue reading →
Have you assembled your May Paper Pumpkin Kit yet? What? Better get crackin’, the June kit will be here before you know it! The bright and cheerful elements of May’s kit will have you saying more than Happy Birthday Pumpkin! The sample above is one of my alternate takes on the gift bag. The suggested samples below, show using the … Continue reading →
Ready for the Wild West Pick June 1, 2015? We didn’t have a correct guess this week but does it matter? Everyone that played gets the tutorial. This week, you’ll receive a technique tutorial called Plastic Wrap Background. My picks were two of the Colorbox Chalk Inks featured in the Occasions Catalog, Aquamarine (#138092), and Yellow Citurs (#138093). A super … Continue reading →
By now it’s no secret that June 2nd will be a BIG day. I thought it would be fun to officially say, “Goodbye Old Friends”. The gang’s all here to send you on to the new catalog. For me, the Top Note Bigz Die (#113463) has become a dear friend over the last few years. Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye. A … Continue reading →
