What are you thankful for? Me? I’m thankful for more things that can be counted. But, today I’m truly grateful for…PPA177 and everyone at Pals Paper Arts. Why? Inspiration! There was no question of which stamp set to use with this sketch. The wood grain panel from Truly Grateful was the perfect backdrop. I did struggle a bit with color. … Continue reading →
Ready to play with the Pals? What do you think of the trio of color this week? Always Artichoke, Cajun Craze and So Saffron inspired today’s leaves of autumn without a second thought. Autumn also inspires me to recycle, reuse and repurpose whenever I can. A few projects ago, burlap ribbon was frayed. I saved the pulled thread for a … Continue reading →
It’s here, it’s here, it’s Friday and it’s here! It’s also time to play with the Pals at PPA (Pals Paper Arts). Just couldn’t resist the rhyme. This week we’re playing with a beautiful combination of Baked Brown Sugar, Pear Pizzaz and Pumpkin Pie. Sounds like dessert to me. Let’s call it PPA174 a.k.a. “The Case of the Fall Colors”. … Continue reading →
Welcome to Pals Paper Arts Sketch Challenge PPA173. If you like layers, this one’s for you. Layers, don’t they remind you of cool weather? Looks like time to pull out that favorite argyle sweater. Not sure why but this sketch inspired me to use some techniques, tools and paper that have been calling me to come out and play. In … Continue reading →
I never seem to have enough Thank You cards. Or maybe the correct phrase is never have the “right” Thank You card. They’re either to glitzy, or too feminine for some heartfelt, simply stated “Thank Yous” that seem just right for certain people. Sometimes I just need a strong, masculine thank you card. Between the Pals Paper Arts PPA170 Color … Continue reading →
Ok, I’m a tease. Autumn comes early for those organized people that want to get a jump on the holidays. You know who you are. It also comes early for those of us collecting the “Best of 25 Years” Stamp collections. Yeppers, Stampin’ Up! has released September’s collectable set early. Introducing the Best of Autumn Clear Stamp Set. Just look … Continue reading →
A delightful Halloween is on its way {witchy laugh}, sound effects please. 😉 Before you know it, the little ghosts and goblins will be knocking at your door just like Pals Paper Arts Sketch Challenge #169 by digital diva Nicole Watt this week.Want to get started stamping without a lot of expense? Choose stamp sets with sentiments for many occasions … Continue reading →