Butterflies: Live Laugh Love

Last weekend I was at the Stampin’ Up! On Stage Event in San Diego and besides having a blast with my crafting friends, I met an extraordinary woman named Doris Martin.  A Holocaust Survivor, she beat the odds in life! Let me tell you, she was something else and I’ll never forget her.  She signed my book and as I hugged her she held me tightly and said in my ear, “Sweetie, with Peace & Love you have everything.  So live life, laugh always, and give away your love.”  Her words put tears in my eyes and I just had to share this with you.  I just started to read her book, Kiss Every STEP and I have to say, “I can’t put it down!”  You can get one yourself on Amazon.

Having visited Dachau in Germany years ago and remembering what I saw at the museum came flooding back as if it was just yesterday.  The weird thing was that I made the card a few weeks ago before ever meeting her and I found it lovely that she used the words on the card when I hugged her.  I think I’m just going to have to send her the card.  Be Blessed and Be Thankful!  Keep on Living, Laughing, and Loving!

The Details:

  • Simplicity is in the details.  Punch, Adhere, Stamp & Emboss and BOOM you’re done!  The particular Designer Series Paper on my card is no longer available, but don’t let that stop you!  Use your favorite or whatever you have on hand.
  • Butterfly punches are retiring.  Yes, they are being retired in May and they’re only available while supplies last.  So you may want to grab them now before they’re gone for good.  With a bone folder give the butterfly wings a little curl inward to give them the in-flight 3D look.
  • Embossing powder.  Use whichever color your heart desires.  The black one I used is retired by us, but you can get more colors here.

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Stamp Ink Paper: Tic Tac Toe Easter

Today’s card is dedicated to God.  He gave me Life and a talent that I still critique more than anything.  I believe in practicing reflection often and not just once a year.  Today I think of all the wonderful friendships I have made simply because I love to stamp.  Creativity is a work in progress for many of us and the #1 way to push oneself to learn more is to participate in challenges.  Thank you so much for visiting today….now in time for Easter hop on over to the Stamp Ink Paper Challenge #94 – Tic-Tac-Toe!

So go on and get your Easter Bunny on with us over at the Stamp Ink Paper Challenge.

The Details:

  • Bunny.  Use a small oval punch or the smallest oval framelit from the Layering Ovals Framelits Dies and cut one side straight across.  For the head, the smallest circle in the Layering Circle Framelits Dies would be perfect.  However, you can use any size oval and circle because you can make the bunny as large or small as you’d like.  I got the pink tail from a different project, which was purchased from one of the big box stores (they’re fairly cheap).  
  • Crosses.  I stamped the Hardwood stamp with Soft Suede ink.  I then cut little tiny rectangular pieces to make the crosses.  They came out perfect!

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ITEMS IN RED ARE RETIRING MAY 31, 2017

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Don’t Quit Your Day Dream!

What is the best and perfect way to encourage someone to continue their dreams?  With a simple handmade card…that how!  The number one value placed on a gift is time.  People will know what they mean to you when you stop for a few moments to make them that handmade card.

The Details:

  • The shirt.  Can you tell the shirt was made out of a onesie die-cut!?  I used the Babies First Framelits Dies and cut the bottom portion off!  I love the versatility of our framelits.  I used our Silver Foil sheets to make the hanger.  The possibilities are endless! I love it!

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It Ends Today!

My favorite motorcycles are Harley Davidson’s and today’s card is dedicated to all the motorcycle riders out there who take pride in their bikes.  Stay safe and if you drive a car please keep an extra lookout for them.

The Details:

  • Keep it simple.  No thrills, no frills, but full of boldness!  That’s a Wild Ride for sure and you don’t need to add any embellishments whatsoever…stamp, stamp, boom!

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Dance Like Nobody is Watching

This stamp set is called Beautiful You and it gives a whole new meaning to the saying, “Dance like nobody is watching.”  This type of card is perfect for the person who is going through a tough time or they just need a little confirmation that everything is going to be ok.

The Details:

  • Not everything has to be centered.  When I first started card making my cards, I used to think that everything had to be centered.  How wrong I was back then.  Aligning the cardstock, the designer series paper or anything else isn’t always needed, but easy to put together.  

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Stamp Ink Paper: Kindness

I often say things like, “I love this stamp set” and I have to admit one truth…every stamp set I purchase is my favorite (LOL)!  After all, I do buy them to make cards and my private stash has grown beyond the space for them.  But in all seriousness the Kinda Electric set really is one that you will keep forever and today I’m showcasing it at the Stamp Ink Paper challenge because the challenge is to show Kindness.The Details:

  • Flat Stamping.  Never heard of it and I just made it up (LOL).  To me it just means that the card doesn’t have any layering and many refer to it as single/no-layer card.  The only added pop-up is the butterfly.  This stamp set is perfect for this type of flat stamping, yet gives a very cute elegant card.

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Stamp Ink Paper: Tic-Tac-Toe

What better way to wish someone good luck than with an elephant blowing out gold? I was a little apprehensive about buying this stamp, but my niece loves elephants and when I travel, I buy her an elephant souvenir. Guess what she’s getting when she graduates from Radiology school!? You guessed it…this cute card! 

Each week I am in constant awe of my teammates over at Stamp Ink Paper.  Their talent is absolutely incredible and they never cease to amaze me.  The cards everyone uploads are equally fantastic and I love visiting various blogs and other social medial posts with hand-made cards.  Jump on over and check out the talent!

The Details:

  • Spotlight Technique.  I didn’t know that was the technique I used after I shared the card on our blog team page.  We all have various stamping & designing styles and they’re all acceptable.  It’s “art” and anything goes!
  • Metallic Sequin.  I didn’t get the idea of designing the card with golden sequin being blown out of elephant’s trunk until after I put the card together.  What better way than to wish someone good luck with gold? I’ve always been told that an elephant with its trunk in an upwards position brings good-luck and you know it’s true.  As I was designing the card I received a notification that I won a $25 gift certificate from a graphic designer I use for my graphic art design business (invitations & more).
  • Two-tone Colors.  To keep the good-luck theme I used Elegant Eggplant (deep purple) because purple has been known for royalty & wealth for centuries. My niece has definitely earned her way through school by working hard and she will be rewarded for sure.  Don’t worry, she’s too busy to follow my blog, so I’m not worried she’s going to see it before she receives it. (LOL)

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Stamp Ink Paper: Colors #81

Hardcore card makers take any moment to make a card serious. We begin a month or two before the date!  Well, at least we try.  Today’s card is for the Stamp Ink Paper Challenge this month and I love that less is truly more!

It would be a great honor to be able to see your talent on the challenge.

The Details:

  • No Stamping.  It’s what I love about out one word thinlit sentiments!  You can see all the thinlits here.
  • The Power of Dimensionals.  Did you know our Stampin’ Dimensionals could be cut with scissors?  That’s exactly what I did to pop up the “love”.  I used ONE dimensional and can you say “WHOA!”  You can see in the photo below the off the card pop it gives the card.  Love it!
     
  • Just for kicks. Silver metallic thread was added to the back of the boots to just for fun.

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OSAT Blog Hop – Halloween/Fall

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Welcome to this month’s Halloween/Fall OSAT blog hop.  I’m not a big Halloween gal, but I thought that since today is Thursday I’d do a Throwback Thursday card and quick & easy project.  Here’s what I came up to share. 

Happy Halloween

OH-EM-GEE, who doesn’t love these little kids from the Retired Greeting Card Kids?  This set is kept in my private stash and I’ll continue to use it for years to come.  The sentiment is a yesteryear one too, it’s called Good Greetings and just like Teeny Tiny Wishes, I love it and that one too is worth gold to me.  I used Happy Haunting Designers Series Paper for the background of the card and I love how it allows the stamped image to pop on it own.

Pumpkin Paper Strips

Then I made this cute little “Paper Pumpkin” not pun intended right!?  What a clever name Stampin’ Up! came up with to put a kit in a box each month (LOL).  To make this cute (and really quick) pumpkin, I a 6″ piece of leftover Pumpkin Pie cardstock and stamped the Chalk Lines with Pumpkin Pie ink thick stamp to make the squiggly lines.

Thank you for stopping by today.  I am so happy each time you stop by.  Now keep going and hop on over to the wonderfully talented Elizabeth the Crafts By Happy Stamper and check out her sweet designs.  Don’t forget to leave comments on all your favorite stops.  See you next month!

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Blog Hop Line-Up

  1.  Maggie Mata–https://maggiemadecards.com/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall/
  2.  Elizabeth–http://craftsbyhappystamper.com/2015/10/08/halloweenfall-osat-blog-hop/
  3.  Martie-https://martie-pollard.squarespace.com/welcome/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall
  4.  Dena Rekow- http://www.thecreativitycave.com/my_weblog/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloween-fall.html
  5.  Tina Riddle – http://www.tinascropshop.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  6.  Terri Takashige – http://territerbear.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  7.  Diane Squires     http://stampandembellish.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall-2/
  8.  Wynne http://cropsscissorspaper.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  9.  AJ Bodine http://rutabagapiedesigns.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  10.  Megan – http://meganttstamps.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  11.  Renee Ondrajka – http://stampinwithrenee.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  12.  Raquelle Cliton – http://ladyandherstamps.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloween-fall-theme.html
  13.  Justin Krieger – http://wp.me/p5dZez-4CH
  14.  Lori Mueller — http://www.stampindreams.com/my-blog/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-shares-october-halloween-fall-projects.html
  15. Jeanna Bohanon — http://www.stamptimesomewhere.com/stamp_time_somewhere/2015/10/osat-blog-hop-halloweenfall.html
  16. Marisa Gunn –   http://dzinesbymeg.typepad.com/dzines_by_meg/2015/10/osat-october-fall-halloween-blog-hop.html
  17. Andrea Tucker — http://onestampinmothertucker.blogspot.com/2015/10/osat-october-blog-hop-halloween-or-fall.html
  18. Tenia Nelson — http://jazzypaper.blogspot.com/2015/10/halloween-fun.html

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On the Wedding Day

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Simple Elegance is how I feel about this card.  A little card for a big day!  This very card has had the biggest (almost said hugest…LoL) impact in my card-making hobby/business.  How?  It all began with friends requesting I make them a very special one-of-a-kind (not anymore) card.  Then someone else asked of I could make some Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle cards for their son’s birthday and that’s when I couldn’t keep up.  Heck, I’m still catching up.

Although I already know that my card-making will never stop, I will always make time to make those sweet little kid birthday card requests.  I know Etsy is a big deal now-a-days and everyone orders digitally created invitations then print them from home or a local box store.  Well I researched it one step further and found out that YOU too can make your custom-made party themed invitations with Mini/Micky Mouse, Superman, Batman, or whoever you wish.  To find a free theme invite simply search the name of the character and add PNG to the end of the search and you’ll get thousands of ideas.  However, you do have to be a little computer/software savvy to get the party started.

 I posted a few of my custom-made items on the local Facebook groups in my area and within a few hours I received more requests and orders that I didn’t step foot into my craft room the entire week!  I thought to myself, “What was I thinking!”  The answer was simple, I love to share my God Given talent with others! 

MAGGIE MADE TIPS:

  • White Space.  I’ve written about white space before and besides loving it so much, there is something you should know when attempting to leave so much open space on a card.  Layers!  Yes, it’s all about the layers…the more the better because the variations in color make all the difference and pull the eye away from seeing all that white space.  The eye doesn’t like clutter and the borderd layers gives the perception of nothing but elegance.  Seriously, look at the card and what do you see?  Husband…it doesn’t get any sweeter than.

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Awesome Offer…Paper Share.  The offer will continue until they are all gone (I have 2 left).  What you will receive?  One of each of all our DSP papers cut 6″ x 6″.  Perfect for cards, such as this one for that perfect size background.  Save the scraps for another day.  Why spend over $100+ just to test them and see which is your favorite.  Get your sampler pack for only $25 with FREE shipping here.

Always Open.  This week I had a conversation with a friend who expressed her desire for a discount on her paper-crafting supplies, but fear a committment or a penalty if she signed up just to receive constant reminders about making sales or holding workshops.  I told her that my team is a non-hassle, non-committment, no sales requirement team.  What does that mean?  Read it  here.

Thank you so much for cathing up with me…until tomorrow Stay Crafty My Friends.

 

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We Make a Great Pear

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Do you ever look at our designer series paper and wonder if you’ll even like it?  I know I do and then I end up falling in love with it.  Which is why I buy it all and yes it can get pricey, but I have an awesome offer for you below! 

Awesome Pear

MAGGIE MADE TIPS:

  • Custom Sentiment.  When the sentiment you want on your card isn’t available, don’t even worry about it…make it yourself.  That’s exactly what I did with mine.  Find a font that you like, put a sheet of whisper white card stock in your printer and boo-ya, problem solved.

July On-Line Orders.  Receive a sample (one of each design) of the 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper.  Use it to make envelopes or on a card or scrapbook background.  Simply place an order via my on-line store and use Host Code:  9YXKNX3R.

Awesome Offer…Paper Share.  Here’s the deal I mentioned above.  Try a little bit of everything with a Designer Series Paper Share.  Get all the DSP papers cut 6″ x 6″ and experience it all.  Find out which is your favorite without breaking your bank account.  Save yourself over $100+ and get yourself a sampler pack for only $25 with FREE shipping.  Get it here.

I’m So Sorry/Sad You Missed It.  What am I talking about?  The most awesome membership offer with free stamps.  Yes, you missed it, but hey you’ll be happy to know that you can still  join and receive future awesome specials with a membership.  Click here to read the details.

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