Happy Hauntings Friday the 13th Blog Hop

Hi Everyone!!!!!!!  I know I'm super late on posting!!  I couldn't get this up yesterday because of blogger problems, and have been at work (a few emergencies came up at work too).  I'm here, a little late, but still here. :)

So, welcome!!!!!!!!!  I hope you are stopping by after visiting Monica at Simply Cricutting, if not start at the beginning at Flaunt it Fridays!!  This week at Flaunt it Fridays we are challenging everyone to use the Happy Hauntings cartridge.  Unfortunately I do not own that cart (although, I think I really want it); so instead I used October 31st cartridge.

I had this pumpkin wreath sitting in my closet.  It was very plain (and I got it on clearance for around $1).  So I decided to add the 'Beware' in the middle.  It was cut at 2.  The black is actually a piece of cardboard with this wonderful felt type paper.  I don't even know how to explain what it is. :)  I used some hot glue to attach it.  I added a little bit of glitter and glow in the dark paint (just for fun). :)

For my second project (using any cut from the cartridge) I decided to do a scrapbook page.  For those that know anything about me, you know that I am TERRIBLE at scrapbooking.  My philosophy is plain and simple.  I did cut out a headstone from the Wrap it Up cartridge at 2.  Again, it's not the fanciest thing, but it a big challenge for me. 

Your next stop on the hop is very talented and super amazing Carley over at The Real iCarley!  You'll love what she has in store!!! :)

Now if you get lost along the way, the line-up is below.  Remember - we'd love to see what you make!!!!  Join us in the fun and make sure you link your project over to Flaunt it Fridays!!!

1. Flaunt It Friday's http://www.flauntitfridays.blogspot.com

2. Sandra http://www.365daysofcricut.blogspot.com

3. Sharon http://meemeescreations.blogspot.com

4. Lisa P. http://www.crop-and-create.blogspot.com

5. Corri http://www.buglvr.blogspot.com

6. Monica http://simplycricutting.blogspot.com

7. Celeste  http://ccscards.blogspot.com

8. Carley http://www.the-real-icarley.blogspot.com

9. Laurel http://www.blog.littlepeaceofmyheart.com

10. Deborah www.bugjuiced.blogspot.com

11. Lisa N. http://prettypaperprettyribbons.blogspot.com

12. Mel http://scrappymel.blogspot.com

13. Yolonda http://www.craftyscentiments.blogspot.com

14. Jess http://myscrapdiary-jess.blogspot.com

15. Brynn http://flairandfrillscreativity.blogspot.com

Thanks for stopping by!!  Make sure you say 'hi' to Carley for me!!!

Flaunt it Fridays

It's been a while, but I'm so happy to post for Flaunt it Fridays!!!  This week the challenge is to use the castle on the Wrap it Up cartridge.  I'm so excited!!!  I just got this cartridge on Wednesday (a two month late anniversary gift from the hubby)!!  So, here's my first creation with this cart!

Since Mother's Day is just around the corner, I wanted to make a card for my Mother-in-law.  Making something for family means (of course) that I have 'little helpers' that are involved.  Both of my little ones helped pick colors and put it together. :)  The castle was cut at 4'.

Make sure you stop over at Flaunt It Fridays to see what the rest of the team has come up with!!!  We'd love to see what you create! :)

Flaunt it Fridays!

Wahoo!!!  It's another Flaunt it Fridays!!!  These are so much fun!!!!!!  This week at Flaunt it Fridays the challenge is to use the fish from Simply Charmed.  Well, like most times, this is not a cart I own.  So this week I decided to use Animal Kingdom.

Recipe:
fish - cut from Animal Kingdom at 1.
paper - DCWV & scraps
ribbon - ? :)
stamp - My Pink Stamper stamps
stickles

We'd love to see what you create this week with us!!!!  Make sure you stop by Flaunt it Fridays to see what the rest of the DT has created and to play along with us!!!!

Thanks for stopping by! :)

Flaunt it Fridays!

**Sorry for posting this late, for some reason it didn't post correctly!!  Sorry about that!!!!!**

I'm so happy to be a part of the Flaunt it Fridays DT!  I just love a fun challenge!! :)  This week on FIF the challenge is to use the sheep on the Country Life cart.  Well, this is another cart on my wish list; so I had to use a different cartridge.  I decided to make this cute diaper card.  The yellow part comes out for you to write on (my camera died so I didn't get a chance to take a picture of it out).

Recipe:

• Sheep cut at 3. from Animal Kingdom
• Diaper pattern is from Homemade Gifts Made Easy (you can see the template here)
• Sentiment was just something I created and printed out on the computer
• Sharpie marker to emphasize the little cuts for the face, feet and to color in the nose
• Glossy Accents for the nose (to make it stand out)
• Flocking on the body (a little hard to see)

Make sure you play with us at FIF or at least check out what the other DT members have created (you won't be disappointed)!!  We'd love to see what you create!!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!! :)

Flaunt it Fridays!

Wow!  Is it Friday already?!  I have no idea where this week has gone!  Anyone else have weeks like that?  I'm so excited for another Flaunt It Fridays challenge!!  This week the challenge is to use 3 Birds on Parade cartridge with the Disguise Bird.  Like usual, this is not a cart that I own.  I'm so glad we can use a similar cut (otherwise I wouldn't be able to participate in many of the challenges! LOL!)


For my DT submission I decided to use CAC for the little chick, and fortunately CAC also had a sunglasses cut. :)  I know it was supposed to be more of a disguise, but I AM READY FOR SOME SUNSHINE!!!!!  :)

Recipe:

• The chick was cut at 3.75 
• Flocking on the little belly (because I thought it would look cute)
• Hero Arts "Anyone Can Stamp" for the sentiment
• MS border punch
• Ribbon - not sure where it's from
• Misc. flowers and bling. :)
• Homemade pop dot on the beak (to make it stand above the glasses) 
• Scrap paper

I wanted to stick with a simple card.  Recently, I noticed that I kept wanting my cards to get bigger and better and more detailed; but realized that it doesn't need to be.  :)  Sometimes it's the cute and simple that are fun. :)  So even though it's simple, I still hope you enjoy it.


Make sure you stop by Flaunt It Fridays to see what the rest of the DT has planned.  You'll LOVE the creations, they are really amazing!!!  We'd love to have you Flaunt your stuff with us!!! 

Thanks for stopping by! :)

Flaunt it Fridays DT Post

I LOVE FIF!!!!  These are so much fun; and always such a challenge (in a good way).  This week at Flaunt It Fridays the challenge is to use the little ballerina dancer on Twinkle Toes.  She is adorable, but unfortunately I don't have the Twinkle Toes cart.  In place of the dancer I used my trusty Paper Doll Dress Up cartridge with the little dancer. 

Isn't she cute?!  She was cut out at 3.  I used a PK Princess face for her (of course) and just used colored pencils to brighten up her cheeks and lips. :)  I added a bit of bling to her waist (because everyone needs bling). :)  The word 'Dance' was cut from Ashlyn's Alphabet cartridge at 1.  The rest of the phrase was printed off on my computer.  The phrase is one that my family and I live by.  We dance while we do chores and we really love to dance for fun too (anyone else play 'Just Dance 2' on the Wii?)!  I used my Crop-o-dile to punch holes and add the eyelets that the ribbon went through.  Like most times, I can't remember where the background paper came from (sorry).

Make sure you stop by Flaunt It Fridays to see what the other DT members have created.  We'd love to see what you make for the challenge so make sure you link it up!!! 

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by, and make sure you DANCE like no one is looking!!!! :)

Flaunt It Fridays DT Post

Hello my friends!!!  I'm so glad you are here!!!!  This week on Flaunt it Fridays we have a fun challenge this week.  This week the challenge is to use the Forever Young cartridge.  The cut is Model 1, Emblem (Silhouette feature).  Unfortunately, I do not own Forever Young, but that's not a big deal (even though I really, REALLY wish I had this one).  You can use a similar cut.  I ended up using Gypsy Wandering for the cut.  It's very similar, so I thought it would work perfectly! :)

The silhouette was cut at 3.  I used non-brand Stickles to glitter it up. :)  The background paper is from DCWV Linen closet (awesome stack)!!  I've never made a tag before and Heaven help me try to make it look 'vintage'.  I love the vintage look, but I just can't seem to get it right.  I'm still happy with how it turned out. :)  The corners with the flowers are from Home Accents, but I can't remember what size they were cut at (sorry).  I tried doodling/stitching a little more too.  Obviously I'm still learning.  Like I said - I'm still happy with how it turned out. :)

We'd love to see what you create for FIF!!!!!  Make sure you stop by Flaunt it Fridays to see what the other DT members have created; you'll be amazed at the talent!!!! :)

Thanks again for stopping by!!!  I'm so glad you did!!

Flaunt It Fridays post

I am so happy to do this post today!!  I love being part of the Flaunt It Fridays DT!!  These ladies are amazing, and we love having everyone craft along with us!!!

This week on Flaunt It Fridays we are using the Paper Pups cartridge.  It is the border feature with the cat and dog on page 104.  Since this is another cartridge I don't own (unfortunately) I went to my default cartridge; Create a Critter.

I went through so many phrases and sayings and ended up just leaving it blank. :) Here's another picture of what it looks like partially open. :)

 Ok, so here's what I did.  Using my Gypsy I used a rectangle (5.5 x 8.5) and welded the shadow of the cat and dog to it.  I then I scored at 2.25 in from each side.

 I added the pattern paper on the outside.  I then added the animals (cut at 2.0) to were they need to be

 

I added the inside.  Used a MS corner punch and inked the edges.

It's very easy; you could easily make it without a Gypsy.  Thanks so much for stopping by!  Make sure you join us at Flaunt It Fridays!!!  I'd love to see what you come up with!! :)