BBTB2 - Happy Thanksgiving

Hello! Happy Monday!

Today over at BBTB2 we are challenging you

to include the word "Thanks" or "Thanksgiving"

on your cards or projects.

I found this "Happy Thanksgiving" phrase on the

Create-A-Critter 2 cartridge and wanted to use it.

I found some fun fall colored papers and layered them

to create this card.

I was lucky enough to have some Enamel Dots

that coordinated, so I used those to embellish.

I hope you will join us this week over at 

BBTB2!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - Thanksgiving "When Nature Calls"

Happy Monday!

Seriously, we are already into November!?!?

Thanksgiving is 2 1/2 weeks away?!?!

CRAZY!!!

Over at BBTB2 we are starting our holiday

challenges and this week we want to see

projects featuring something from nature.

I chose Acorns :)

These cute acorns come from the Create A Critter 2 cart.

I pieced some scraps together for the background.

The sentiment is from Fiskars.

I hope you will join us over at BBTB2!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - Bulbs are Bloomin'

Happy Monday!

Hope your Easter was lovely yesterday :)

Today over at BBTB2 we have a new challenge:

Bulbs are Bloomin'

Use bulb flowers on your projects!!!

My absolute favorite flowers are tulips!

LOVE LOVE LOVE them!

I decided to create a Spring Tulip Garden card

using the cute tulip from Create A Critter 2.

The grass is from Plantin Schoolbook and 

the banner is from Elegant Edges.

I hope you will join us over at BBTB2.

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

Decorate To Celebrate - St. Patty's Day!

Happy Wednesday!

St. Patty's Day is TOMORROW?!?!

That's crazy!

What fun traditions do you have for this fun holiday?

I wear green, that's about the extent of it for me :)

Well, over at Decorate To Celebrate,

why don't you show off some fun ways you decorate

for St. Patrick's Day?

Here is a fun vase I made using

some tags tied with twine.

The sentiment is from a Fiskar's Holiday Set.

The shamrock is cut from Create A Critter 2.

And who says plastic grass is just for Easter?

I filled the bottom of the vase with it and then

I can add Gold Coins or whatever on top;

I will most likely fill it with Rolo's

wrapped in gold foil :)

I hope you will join us over at Decorate to Celebrate!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - Wearin' of the Green

Happy Monday!

So does the "Leprechaun" visit your house on St. Patty's Day?

My 7 year old is talking about him this year and 

I just don't know about it...

Anyway, we all better be thinkin' green this week

because over at BBTB2 we want

to see your St. Patrick's Day projects :)

These cute clovers are from Create A Critter 2.

They are found under the Icon Feature.

I cut them out at 3 1/2"

and added some foam tape to make them pop.

My base mat is from The Paper Studio,

the other papers are from my scrap stash.

I hope you will join us this week

over at BBTB2!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - Fiesta!

Happy Monday!

Another challenge has started over at BBTB2!

It's National Margarita Day

so it's all things FIESTA this week!!!

I found these fun Maracas on the Create A Critter 2 cart.

I used Elegant Edges for the Mat.

My papers were just in my stash,

the ribbon is from American Crafts, and

I popped the images up with some foam tape.

I'm ready to party, how about you :)

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - Christmas Critters

Happy Monday!!!

Hope you are all rested and

gearing up for another week :)

We would love to have you join us over at BBTB2

for our challenge all about Christmas Critters!

I decided to use the adorable penguin from

Create A Critter 2.

All the background paper is from American Crafts.

My sentiment is from a Hero Arts Christmas Set.

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

BBTB2 - "Thanks"

Happy Monday!

Can you believe Thanksgiving is this week?!?!

Crazy!

For our last Thanksgiving challenge

this month over at BBTB2,

we want to see your projects that

feature the word "Thanks".

I decided to use Create A Critter 2.

It has an awesome Phrase in the Thanksgiving

section of the handbook. I only used part of it though.

The pumpkin is also from CAC2, it is an accessory cut.

My background paper is from Hobby Lobby.

I used a technique that I haven't done in a while.

I pulled out Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink

to ink around all the edges.

I also decided to use some brads,

which I haven't done on a project in a long time.

These are fun embellishments.

My pumpkin is popped up on some foam tape.

I added the sentiment "giving" above the "THANKS" phrase

by masking a "Happy Thanksgiving" sentiment

and just inking up the last part of it.

Turned out great :)

I hope you will join us over at BBTB2 this week!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

Cut It Up - Halloween Tags

Happy Friday!

Today we have a fun challenge starting over at

Cut It Up!

Create a Halloween Tag

(No Cards)

Sponsor:

One Happy Cut

$15 Gift Certificate

My Project:

I pulled out Create A Critter 2 for this one :)

There are the cutest holiday cuts on this cart!

I decided on the little Skeleton Bear.

The tag is from Small Talk Frames and Tags.

The thought bubble is from George.

The sentiment is from Craftin' Desert Divas.

I used some black and white twine from American Crafts.

The chevron paper is from the Paper Studio

as well as the orange glitter paper.

I hope that you will join us over at Cut It Up!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

Cut It Up - New Beginnings!

Happy Friday!!!

Hope you all had a FABULOUS Christmas

and that everyone survived :)

We have a super fun challenge starting

over at Cut It Up today!

New Beginnings -- BABIES!!

This theme was chosen by Evelyn

Make a baby project.  

(And don't forget to include a die cut!)

This challenge runs from December 26, 2014 until January 7, 2015 (noon EST)

This challenge is sponsored by:

Digital Delights by Louby Loo
Prize:  $5 Gift Certificate

Here is my project:

I love this cute owl from Create A Critter 2

and I found some adorable paper from Echo Park.

The yellow pattern papers for the owl

were just in my scrap stash.

I cut the scallop border from Elegant Edges.

The sentiment is from CardzTV's "More Critter Captions".

I hope that you will join us over at Cut It Up!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

FCCB & BBTB2 - Don't Be Afraid!

Happy Monday!!!

So sorry I have been MIA for the past little bit!

Ever have those times when life just gets the better of you

and you don't seem to have a handle on things,

well, thankfully I have recovered!

So we have a couple new challenges starting today

over at FCCB and BBTB2 that I hope you will join in!

The Fabulous Jayne has chosen our challenge this week over at BBTB2

all about Gift Boxes.

AND

over at FCCB

Challenge #234 Halloween Projects

This Weeks Sponsor

Stamp set from Kitty Bee Designs
Be sure to visit our sponsor!

~This Weeks Challenge~

Halloween Projects

To qualify for the prize, be sure to use at least 1 Cricut cut
on your project and if it's not obvious,
let us know what cartridge you used.

Here is my Project:

I created a Coffin Gift Box just in time for Halloween Week!!!

This box comes from the Life's A Party cartridge

and I decorated it up with some skeletons and spider/web

from Create A Critter 2.

I also added some fun enamel dots, tulle and thread.

The sentiment comes from a $1 stamp from Studio G.

I inked around the edges with Slate Ink from CTMH.

Now it's all ready to be full of some fun treats

and given away as a Halloween gift.

Happy Halloween!!!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

Craftin' Desert Divas September Release Blog Hop

Welcome to our seventh Craftin Desert Diva's stamp release blog hop!!!

We're super excited to share with you in full the

CDD September release stamps.

Are you ready for some awesome Fall and Halloween projects?

Well if you are, then you've come to the right hop!!

There are six new stamps that are being released today

in the Craftin Desert Divas Shop and are available now for purchase.

**All stamps with images have a FREE SVG(digital cut file)**

This makes it so easy, you just cut out the image and then stamp on it.

The SVG cut file will be in the CDD Gallery for you to download

or after purchase just send an email to craftindesertdivas@gmail.com

to claim your SVG cut for the stamp set you purchased.

I've also added images and sizes for the SVGs in the CDD Shop.

So without further ado here are the latest stamp sets:

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

You Can Purchase This Set HERE

Here are the SVG cut files for each stamp...

  

  

 We have a few specials starting today!!

Every purchase receives a FREE Too Cute by Jessica SVG pattern

made especially for this release.

With a minimum 2 stamp purchase you will receive a FREE mini stamp.

Tara will add it to your order.

Use code: SEPTEMBER to save 20% off your ENTIRE purchase.

The mini stamp & sale will end Sept. 30, 2014.

Here is the free pattern with any purchase:

Here is the free mini stamp with any 2 stamp purchase:

Approx 3 x 2

Tara is giving away one stamp set each day &

Too Cute by Jessica is giving away

$25 gift card to her store (regular priced items).

And now for my project....

For my project today, I created a thank you card using

the Beary Thankful stamp set.

I LOVE how versatile this sentiment is!

I was able to create a card that wasn't necessarily Fall related!

My little bear comes from Create A Critter 2.

All my papers are from Ki "Berry Blast" 6x6 pad.

I ran a couple of the mats through my Cuttlebug

using Swiss Dots and Curl Ribbon.

The twine comes from American Crafts.

I hand cut the sign the bear is holding

and cut around the sentiment mat with

The Paper Studio's "Regal" scissors.

Finally I popped up my bear with some foam tape

and everything worked out great!

Here is a close up of the sentiment:

LOVE it!!!

Next up on the Line Up is the amazing Jessica

Be sure to hop with us tomorrow too!!

Winners will be picked from a different blog each day,

so the more you comment the more chances you have to win.

Craftin Desert Diva's ShopCDD Gallery

We'd love you to share your projects using the CDD stamps.

Blogs on today's hop:

1. CDD - http://www.craftindesertdivas.com/

2. Kathy - http://3spoileddogs.blogspot.com/

3. Kimberly - http://hellocutiecrafts.blogspot.com/

4. Janis - http://pausedreamenjoy.blogspot.com/

5. Deb - http://debspaperpalooza.blogspot.com/

6. Lisa G. - http://indymermaid.blogspot.com/

7. Sukie - http://scrappindhilly.blogspot.com/

8. Karen - http://craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com/

9. Emily - http://molliemugsblog.blogspot.com/

10. TCBJ - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-Cute-by-Jessica/196421370434846?ref=bookmarks

Craftin' Desert Divas - Sneak Peek Day 1

Today starts the September stamp release over at
Craftin Desert Divas!!!

We have six new stamp sets in this release.

We will be sharing with you sneak peeks from 2 different stamp sets a day.

This release is Fall and Halloween inspired!

  These images and sentiments will also come with a matching

SVG cut file that is FREE to you .

There are a few specials during this release we want to share with you.

Every purchase receives a FREE Too Cute by Jessica

SVG pattern made especially for this release.

Any minimum 2 Stamp purchase will receive a FREE mini stamp.

Both stamp & pattern will be revealed during the hop.

Also there will be a sale 20% off your ENTIRE purchase using
code: September starting on Saturday.

The free mini stamp & sale will end Sept. 30, 2014.

Welcome to Day 1 of Craftin Desert Divas September stamp release!

Each day we will be giving you a sneak peek
at two of the six new stamp sets.

Then, on  Saturday and Sunday, we will have a
blog hop with prizes each day.

There are some awesome creations being shared

today during this stamp release.

We also have some special guest designers who will be joining us.

Today we are showcasing the
Beary Thankful and Frightfully Cute
stamp sets. 

 6 -  4x6 stamps.

 Made in the USA.

Stamps will be available to order on Saturday.

We hope you will stop by the  Craftin Desert Divas Shop

and the  Craftin Desert Divas Gallery Facebook group.

We would love for you to join us

and share your creations with us using Craftin Desert Diva's stamps.

In this group we first show previews, have giveaways and much more!

Here are my sneak peek projects ....

From "Beary Thankful"...

I used Create A Critter 2 and Simply Charmed for my card.

The faces are from PKS Everyday Character Assortment.

My papers come from DCWV's 

Cafe Mediterranean and Linen mat stacks

as well as some scraps from my stash.

My orange twine is from American Crafts.

I inked around the edges with Tim Holtz

Tea Dye Distress Ink.

Here is a close up of the sentiment:

How fun is this stamp?!?!

I also have a project from the "Frightfully Cute"
stamp set to share with you:

I am usually NO GOOD at Halloween cards,

but this year has been different thanks to Tara's stamps :)

Talk about inspiration!

I used Create A Critter 2 for this card as well.

The Haunted House and Skulls both come from this cart!

I did run the moon section from the cut

through Divine Swirls Cuttlebug Folder

and inked everything up really good with Slate Ink from CTMH.

The AWESOME spider web cut is from the Edge to Edge cartridge.

The b/g mat paper is from Basic Grey's "Fact" paper pack

and the sentiment mat is from Ki's "Birthday" paper pack.

I added some black Enamel Dots from Recollections

to the sentiment mat and

ran some sewing thread around the card,

I liked the thin look to this instead of twine and added a gray

Enamel Dot in the center of the loops.

Here is a close up of this FUN stamp:

LOVE it!!!

Sneak Peek Giveaway!

All you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs!
You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog,
but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning!

Tara will announce today's winner tomorrow.
The winner will be picked from a different blog every day,
so be sure to visit and leave comments.

Thank you all so much for joining us today and
I hope you will come back tomorrow for more sneak peeks.

Thanks for checkin' in!!!

Craftin' Desert Divas Fall Linky Party & BBTB2 Any Cricut Cut

Happy Monday!!!!

Welcome to another Linky Party over at

Craftin' Desert Divas

Sponsors:

Craftin' Desert Divas

One Stamp Set

Miriam's Crafting Supplies

$5 Credit (excluding ATG & Shipping)

Little Scraps of Heaven Designs

$15 in Files

KaDoodle Bug Designs

$25

My Project:

So it's Fall - YAY!!!

I LOVE Fall!!!

And I LOVE all the projects for Fall

so I am excited to see what you come up with for this

Linky Party!

I wanted to use the adorable squirrel from Create A Critter

and the stamp "Nuts about U" from Tara's Punny Stamp Set.

So this is the end result :)

My papers are all from Doodlebug Designs and

the twine is from We R Memory Keepers.

Look at this stamp set - it's awesome!

You can purchase it HERE.

AND

over at BBTB2 we have a challenge starting

for you to use ANY Cricut cut!

So basically anything goes :)

I hope you will join us for that challenge as well!!!

Thanks for checkin' in!!!