Great Gift Box #6

Hi Friends,

Well  I'm on my way to Iowa . I need to be at the airport at 5 a.m. Wow that is early.

Mathew will be holding down the home fort and taking care of the dogs.

Below you will find a link to make this wonderful box holder. You only need one piece of 8-1/2" × 11" piece of cardstock. The scoring in inches is 3, 4, 10 on the long side. 1,2, 6-1/2, 7-1/2 on the short side.

Here is a link to explain how to make this wonderful box.

Thank you Jo for the great tutorial.

Have a blessed day.

I will post as often as I can.

Marianne

Great Gift Card #5

Hi Friends,

Here are the directions for the fifth card from the Great Gift Idea #1.

Talk about easy. Here it is. If you have DSP to use up this is a fun way to do it.

You will need the following to make this card:

A Basic Black card base at 4-¼ “ x 5-½”

Very Vanilla Piece at 4-⅛” x 5-⅜”

Designer Series Paper (DSP) piece at 4”  x 5-¼ “

Scrap piece of Very Vanilla for your sentiment

A piece of Very Vanilla to stamp the flower and leaves

Crumb Cake, Basic Black and Lost Lagoon ink pads

Picture Perfect Stamp Set

Timeless Textures Stamp Set

Silver Thread

Stamp your flower in Lost Lagoon and leaves in crumb, cut out by hand. Stamp your sentiment in Stazon Black ink. I used the timeless texture check stamp and splotches to give some added interest to the sentiment strip. When attaching your flower to the sentiment strip; use foam tape on the back. Use this to attach the silver thread. Just make loops with the thread. It will add an interesting element to the card. Attach your leaves with glue or double sided tape.

Begin by putting the Very Vanilla mat on the Basic Black card base, the Very Vanilla mat then the DSP and finally the flower and sentiment.

Need help just leave a comment.

Missy

Great Gift Card #4

Hi Friends,

Happy Thanksgiving. We have so much to be thankful for here in the USA. I personally am thankful for a loving God, freedom to practice whatever religion we want, and of course my family and friends.

Here are the directions for the fourth card from the Great Gift Idea #1.

Now I must admit this is one of my favorite cards in the group. It looks complicated but it is really easy.

You will need the following to make this card:

A Crumb Cake card base at 4-¼ “ x 5-½”.

Basic Black piece at 3-⅞” x 5-⅛”

Very Vanilla piece at 3-¾” x 5”

Scrap piece of brown cardstock cut in the shape of a branch

A piece of Very Vanilla to stamp the hummingbird

Small flower punch, small piece of Very Vanilla cardstock  and 3 pearls.

A piece of blue ribbon

Crumb Cake and Lost Lagoon ink pads

Picture Perfect Stamp Set

Timeless Textures Stamp Set

Stamp your hummingbird and cut out by hand. Sponge a scrap piece of Very Vanilla cardstock with Lost Lagoon and Crumb Cake ink. Punch out three flowers and add pearls to the center. Set aside.

Using the flourish from the Timeless Textures set stamp the Very Vanilla 3-¾” x 5” piece. I stamped off on a scrap piece of paper to make the blue ink lighter before stamping onto the Very Vanilla. I used the rectangular stamp and used Crumb Cake ink around the bottom and right side of the Very Vanilla piece. I then took a sponge and added some Lost Lagoon and Crumb Cake on the same piece until I thought it looked pleasing. Add this to the Crumb Cake card basic.

A fun, fabulous card!

Let me know if you need anything.

Have  a blessed Thanksgiving.

Missy

Great Gift Card #3

Hi Friends,

I’m so glad you are joining me today for my third card  from the Great Gift Idea #1.

So what is your favorite sport this time of the year? For me it's Iowa Hawkeye basketball. I may not live in Iowa any longer but I am still a huge Iowa fan. I will be traveling to Iowa later this month and hope to catch a game while I am there.

All supplies are from Stampin Up unless noted otherwise.

The colors used throughout this project are Lost Lagoon, Basic  Black, and Very Vanilla.

The card base is 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" from Very Vanilla.

You will need:

One piece of Lost Lagoon cut 3-7/8" x 5-1/8" this is for a matting behind the main image.

One piece of Very Vanilla cardstock cut to 3-¾” x 5”.

3 sequins of your choice. I used silver in my example.

Black Stazon ink or another Archival fast drying ink.

For this card you place the smaller piece of Very Vanilla card stock center on the Very Vanilla card base. You stamp the three flowers in the corner of the smaller piece so it hangs over the edge. When  you remove this smaller piece part of the flower should remain on the card base. You will then attach the Lost Lagoon piece to the smaller piece and then on top of the card base as shown in the picture.

You final step is to stamp the sentiment of your choice with Black Stazon ink and glue down the sequins.

Another quick card for a WOW finish.

If you have any questions be sure to contact me.

Missy

Great Gift Card #2

Hi Friends,

I’m so glad you are joining me today for my second card in from the Great Gift Idea #1.

It is so gloomy today. Fogging and misty. It’s been a few months since I’ve seen a hummingbird and warmer days. How is the weather where you are?

All supplies are from Stampin Up unless noted otherwise.

The colors used throughout this project are Lost Lagoon, Basic  Black, Very Vanilla and Crumb Cake.

The card base is 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" from Crumb Cake.

You will need:

One piece of Designer Series Paper (aka DSP) measuring 4” x 5-¼”. I chose a subtle pattern so it would not upstage the stamped hummingbird.

The cut out circle piece from card #1. If you did not make card #1 the circle measures approximately 3”.

A scrap of vellum for the sentiment plus 2 staples.

Black Stazon ink or another Archival fast drying ink.

To begin the card I would stamp the greeting on the vellum and set it aside to dry. If you are using the Stampin Up Picture Perfect hummingbird I would recommend stamping it on a scrap piece of paper before doing it on your circle. This is a wonderfully detailed stamp but it  can be hard to line up the first time - hence practicing. Once you have the image on your final piece of  Very Vanilla cardstock hand cut it out.

Now you are ready to put your card together. Oops silly me I forgot to have you cut out the banners. The black banner is wider than the blue banner. I used scraps I had leftover from making the card holder that will be shared on another day.

I began completing the card by gluing down the banners, the hummingbird circle, stapling the vellum sentiment and finally attaching it all to the card base.

If you have any questions be sure to contact me.

Missy

Great Gift Card #1

Here is the first card from the Great Gift Idea #1.
All supplies are from Stampin Up unless noted otherwise.


This card was so quick and easy to make. It makes a great WOW card with little effort.

The colors for cardstock I used are Lost Lagoon (retired) and Crumb Cake.

The card base is 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" from Lost Lagoon, Any blue cardstock would look great.

You will need 2 pieces of Very Vanilla cardstock cut at 3-3/4" x 5".  One piece has a 3" circle cut out.
(The circle is saved for the second card in the series.) The second piece is run through the Big Shot with the Gently Falling embossing folder. I lightly sponged the dots with a sponge and crumb cake dye ink.

The piece of Very Vanilla was sponged with Lost Lagoon and Crumb Cake to make a "beachy" image. I used post it notes for the horizon line.

The sentiment was stamped on a scrap strip of Lost Lagoon and cut trimmed into a banner. I used Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.

The starfish was stamped with Crumb Cake and cut out by hand.

In putting the card together I first attached the circle piece to the beach scene piece. I added this to the card base. I then attached the starfish image with clue on three legs and foam tape on two legs. Place within the circle as you like. I then attached the banner with double sided tape.

If you have any questions please let me know.

Missy

Great Gift Idea #1

Hello Friends,

Here are some cards that I made a while ago that I just love. I put them together in a homemade box and gave them to my mother. I will be sharing over the next few days how each card was made.

I have been thinking each of these cards would make a great sketch for other seasonal cards. I'll need to see what I can do and share them with you.

Be sure to tell someone how much they mean to you today.

Missy

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 35:18

Where have I been?

Hello Friends,

It has been a long time since I have posted.

I've been on a journey that I wish on no one.

As many of my closest friends know my husband, Rick, was diagnosed with Parkinson's in dementia.
Between working full time and caring for my husband it did not leave me much time to post on this blog.

In March of this year my dear husband of 41 years left this earth. It was a very sad day for me but also one I knew was coming, it just came sooner than I had hoped. Three weeks after his passing I lost the job that I loved. I had worked there for almost 10 years. Two big events in such a short time took a great toll on my life, finances and happiness.

I learned to lean more on my faith in God the Father, Jesus his Son and the Holy Spirit. I am now able to face life with joy. My pastor and church family have been a tremendous help to me. I want to thank Judy and Ron for being with me on that dark day. You guys were the strength I needed to keep sane and placing one foot in front of the other. There are so many that have helped me along the way I can't list them all but please know I thank God for you everyday.

I am now working on getting my blog started again. I hope to be able to share wonderful paper creations and moments that will uplift you if you are going through a life changing event.

If you need prayer please let me know  I would see it as an honor to pray for you.

Missy

What I Love Card 2

Hi everyone,
Here is the second card I made using the Sale-a-Bration set What I Love.

 What is a card without something on the inside?

Isn't this a cute card and cutting out that intricate heart die was a breeze with the precision plate and die brush. It is just stunning and who says hearts have to be for Valentines or in the red family.

I love this Crumb Cake heart with accents of mint macaron and pearls. You get three pieces in this die set. The heart and 2 flowers.

The background paper is the envelope paper so my background and envelope lining will matchy match.

This is a fun, quick and delightful card. Why not make one for someone you love.

Do you love free? If you purchase $50 (before shipping and handling) you can purchase the Botanicals for You set during the Sale A Bration promotion.

The Heart Bloom' Heart Thinlits Die pairs with a photo-polymer stamp set called Bloomin' Love on page 16 of the Occasions Catalog and you save 15%. Know what I love is saving money.

Use the JANUARY Host Code AFACGWQP on your order of $20 or more and receive a thank you surprise from me in the mail. If your order is over $150, don’t use the code and earn Stampin’ Rewards starting at $15 in free product!

If you need anything I'd be happy to help you place an order or get more details on what was used in this post.

Have a wonderful rest of the day. We are planning on celebrating Christmas while we are in Kirkland. The hotel room is filled with wrapped goodies.

Blessings,
Missy aka Marianne

Use the JANUARY Host Code AFACGWQP on your order of $20 or more and receive a thank you surprise from me in the mail. If your order is over $150, don’t use the code and earn Stampin’ Rewards starting at $15 in free product!

Free Product!

Hi everybody,

Just a quick post to let you know I will be out of town for the next couple days. I will be checking my email if you need anything. I'm traveling with my husband over to the Seattle area for a check up on his Parkinson's. Pray the pass will be open and the roads clear.

Use the JANUARY Host Code AFACGWQP on your order of $20 or more and receive a thank you surprise from me in the mail. If your order is over $150, don’t use the code and earn Stampin’ Rewards starting at $15 in free product!

During Sale - a - Bration for each $50 order you will receive a free product from the Sale - a - Bration catalog. (fine print - your order needs to total $50 before shipping and handling)

No contact option!

I have "customers" who have selected the "no contact" option when placing an online order... when you select this option, you remain hidden from me and I don't have any way to contact you or put you on my list for catalogs. 

2015/2016 Catalog Request 

If you are interested in receiving a Stampin’ Up catalog, please contact me at missy.wa@gmail.com

If you currently have a demonstrator, please ask your current demonstrator for the catalog, because I do have to pay for the catalogs and for shipping. 

However, if you don’t have a demonstrator and are interested in purchasing Stampin' Up products, I’d love the opportunity to share Stampin’ Up with you, answer any questions and earn your business.

Have a wonderful day!

(Once we are at the hotel I'll post another card share if I get the opportunity.)

Missy aka Marianne

Happy 2016!

Did you notice the little snow globe? I received that from my husband for Christmas.
It's the beginning of a New Year!

Boy did last year go by at the speed of light or what.

Ok confession time. I had this entry all written out but do you think I can find it. I am doing this from memory so please forgive my randomness.

I have a new project I've been working on to share with you. Do you seem to look at a stamp set and only see one way of using it? Or maybe you are like me and scan Pinterest, see the most beautiful card and copy it exactly (which is great that we can do that). Then go to try something different with it only to think it's not as good as someone else's creation. Well I am challenging myself to use Pinterest or other sites as inspiration but to make the cards I find and like, my own.

Here is my card for today. (If I had remembered where my notes were I would have given credit to the wonderful person who inspired me. If at a later date I do find my note I will edit this post.)

Did you notice the little snow globe? I received that from my husband for Christmas.

Today the Iowa Hawkeyes play in the Rose Bowl. So you know what I'll be doing today. Someday I'll share the story about the Hawkeyes and why I am such a big fan.

 This is a very simple sketch card that can be duplicated quickly if you need allot of cards. Maybe thank you cards? 

The stamp set is from the new Sale-A-Bration free products catalog. This catalog is good from January 5-March 31, 2016. It is called What I Love. I'll link the other products at the end of the post.
 I colored the flower stamp with my blender pen and Calypso Coral stamp pad. I just kept the stamp pad closed and squeezed the lid enough to get a pool of ink and colored from there.
 Here is a look at the inside of the card.

The "you" came from another free set in the catalog called Botanicals for You. I know this look really pink but it truly is Calypso Coral.

In order to receive one of these sets you need place a purchase for $50 before shipping and taxes. For me that is a really easy thing to do.

Here are a few details of making this card. If you have any questions just let me know. 



The layers were cut as follows: 

Calypso Coral cardstock cut 8-1/2" by 5-1/2" 122925 page 139

Basic Black cardstock mat 4-1/8" x 5-3/8" 121045 page 141

Pretty Petals DSP 4" x 5-1/4" 138442 page 144

Pretty Petals DSP (black dots) 4" x 3/4" (this is the leftover from cutting the above layer and flipping it over for the other side)

Very Vanilla cardstock cur 4" x 5-1/4" for inside liner 101650 page 141

Very Vanilla and Calypso Coral scrapes for the flower, leaves and sentiment

 

The inks used were: 

Old Olive 126953 page 138

Calypso Coral 126983 page 139

Craft Stampin' Ink Whisper White 101731 page 163

 

Other accessories: 

Stampin' Dimensionals 104430 page 156

Embossing Buddy 103083 Page 162

Stampin' Emboss Powder  White 109132 page 162

Heat Tool 129053 page 162

Adhesive

Scissors

Bow Builder Punch 137414 page 167

Paper Cutter 

If you do not have a demonstrator I would be honored to serve you.

 If you need a catalog please let me know, if you already have a demonstrator please contact them directly for the catalog or placing an order. 

I thank you for reading so far and all your support in 2015. I am planning on posting regularly in 2016.  

I'd love to see what you create.
 

 Missy aka Marianne 



Global Design Project #001

Marianne

Welcome to my blog!

I am a follower of Michelle Last. I love her style of cards. She always has something to inspire me.

What a nice surprise on her blog today of a new blog challenge. Of course I had to join.

Above is my card using the challenge colors.

What a challenge. Who would have thought these colors could make any type of card let alone one I would want to send to my friend Teresa. Teresa I hope you enjoy your card. I think you are Beautiful!

Be sure to click on the badge above to  check out the other cards.

Thanks Global Design team for challenging me today.

Marianne

Just Us Girls Challenge 273

Hello everyone,

 

I have been enjoying looking at the Just Us Girls challenges for several months and finally decided that I would join in the fun.

 

The picture above was the inspiration for this weeks challenge. If you'd like to see the design teams and others entries just click the picture. Why don't you think about joining in yourself.

 

 

 I'll give you an update later on why I have not been blogging for the last several months.
It feels good to be back.

May you have a safe New Year's Eve and an upcoming year full of blessings.

Marianne

Psalm 105:4 (ESV)

⁴ Seek the Lord and his strength;
    seek his presence continually!

 

Operation Write Home FUNdraiser Bloghop

 

Welcome to my blog. Wow! Irit did some awesome designs.

If you are just starting the bloghop there are links below that will take you to the beginning.

 

 I cut the die cut three times, once in red, blue and gold. I then used the gold as the base. I cut out the blue and red and glued them over the top of the gold die cut. Then added the gold stars and added the red star to the eagle. The background was done with a sponge and scallop punch of scrape paper to use as a stencil. I added a couple of mat layers and this card is done. I plan to use it as an Any Hero card.

The Die-Version dies are so easy to use. I used mine in a Big Shot but I am sure they would work in just about any die cutting machine. I had no problem with getting the die cut paper to separate from the die itself. These are very detailed die cuts. I just loved using them.

With this card I tried to make it appropriate for a male or female recipient. I first cut out the blue layer. I then did a yellow layer for the hearts and 2 pink layers to make the die cut look layered plus a layer of black for the letters. Add some layers with pattern paper and card stock, a little ribbon and you have a quick and easy Miss You card.  

 I can see using this die a lot. Not just for Operation Write Home cards but personal cards I send out to loved ones.

 

If you are not familiar with Operation Write Home, our mission is to support our armed forces by sending blank handmade greeting cards to write home on, as well as "AnyHero" cards of gratitude to encourage them. You can find more information for newcomers at: http://operationwritehome.org/welcome/

 

Patti is the next one on the hop. 

Thanks for stopping and shopping.

Marianne


1. OWH Stars & Stamps @ http://operationwritehome.org/starsandstamps
2. Sandy @ http://sandyallnock.com
3. Lori @ http://loriskreations.blogspot.com
4. Kristie @ http://eponinekc.blogspot.com
5. Archana @ http://craftcave.blogspot.com
6. Paula @ http://www.paulaposts.blogspot.com
7. Lisa @ http://indymermaid.blogspot.com
8. Marlene @ http://marlenescubbyholecreations.blogspot.com
9. Mary @ http://madebymarymoisan.blogspot.com
10. Donna @ http://donnainksla.com
11. Irit @ http://iritshalom.blogspot.co.il
12. Marianne @ http://diaryofascrapbooker.blogspot.com
13. Patti @ http://cherisheachpreciousday.blogspot.com
14. Nancy @ http://brujahrose.blogspot.com
15. Anne @ http://www.annemade-anne.blogspot.com
16. Samantha @ http://august1686.blogspot.com
17. Emilia @ http://few-favourite-things.blogspot.nl
18. Julie @ http://www.handmadebyjulie.com/

19. Nicole @ http://www.scrapsandstamps.com/
20. Die-Versions @ http://www.die-versions-blog.com

Card Bowl 2014 - Our Daily Bread Designs February Challenge

Yay, I did it all three of the Card Bowl 2014 challenges will be completed with this post.

The challenge was to use Brown as our prominent color in a masculine card. Does anyone else have problems doing masculine cards besides me? It has really been a challenge to do 3 this weekend.

Here is my card.

 

It is hard to see in the photo but two of flags have wording. One says Hi and the next says Love.

 

The great thing about the Our Daily Bread Design Challenge at Operation Write Home is for every 25 cards posted in the inlinkz a large priority box of cards is shipped free courtesy of Our Daily Bread to our deployed heroes around the world (limited to 2 boxes). Oh and did I say there is a gift certificate given to someone who adds a link to the inlinkz? Go check it out here.

 

Thanks for stopping by.

Marianne

 

 

All the supplies are from Stampin' Up.

OWH Card Bowl 2014

Welcome Back.

Well I got my cards done before the Super Bowl started. I am using the commercials now to get them posted.

Here is my card for the #210 OWH Card Sketch. We were challenged to do a masculine card with this sketch.



If you want to see join the sketch challenge just click here.

Here is my entry for the challenge. I feel like this card isn't complete but my mojo isn't giving me anything right now.

Hawks are winning ! 8-0 end of first quarter.

Thanks for stopping.

Marianne

Card Bowl 2014 Challenge

Hello Super Bowl Fans,

At our house I am the football fan so I'm hoping to get all my cards for the challenge done early. I don't want to miss the Seahawks big win!

Here's the play rule book on the challenge.

Participate in challenges all three days by making a card and linking it up this weekend – and you’ll be entered in a drawing for a flat rate envelope filled with stampy goodness! Challenges can be completed anytime over the weekend – winners will be picked late Sunday night.

1. Masculine Ode to the teams! Make a masculine card – for men, teens, or little boys – in any OWH-approved theme. And make your card somehow reflect either the Seahawks or Broncos. Use their colors, something about their city, their mascot – get creative! It doesn’t have to be a sports/football-related card. 
2. Join in the ODBD challenge on this blog SATURDAY and make yours a masculine card. (Link up on that page.)
3. Join in the Sunday Sketch challenge on this blog on SUNDAY and make yours a masculine card. (Link up on that page.)

When we announce winners Monday morning, we’ll also tell you who OWHers had picked for the game – ie how many went for the Seahawks in the InLinkz below, and how many for the Broncos!

If you click on this link it will take you to the fun video with the details of the challenge. (plus there is a prize for 2 people posting on all three challenges)  OWH Card Bowl 2014

Here is my card for the first challenge...

{p.s. Thank you Lisa  for the die cut}

 

And if there is any doubt in your mind at all who I am cheering for here is a card for Shawn my son in Seattle who is a BIG Seahawks fan.

See you all later!

Marianne

Sketch Challenge #209

Stars and Stamps Sketch Challenge #209

 

 

Hello everyone,

It has been awhile. My work schedule has changed and I think I'm finally at the place to start posting  on a regular basis again.

What better for my comeback post then for one that touches my heart. Operation Write Home

Here is my card for the sketch challenge posted above. If you click on the sketch it will take you to the post on the Stars and Stamps blog.

 

I'm sorry for the  bad picture but I grabbed  it as I was putting it in the envelope.

 

All supplies are from Stamp Up!

Do you have cards sitting around that need a good home or cause to help? Are you a supporter of our service men and women? Operation Write Home makes homemade cards for our deployed service members to write home to their loved ones. Check out this link. Welcome to Operation Write Home

Marianne

OWH Birthday Bash with Perfect Papercrafting 2013

 

Hello everyone,

 

We are still celebrating our birthday! I hope you have been able to party right along with us.

 

Welcome to the OWH Birthday Bash blog skip featuring Perfect Papercrafting Perfect Layers!

If you click here you can start at the very beginning of the skip. You know you wouldn't want to miss out on any of the great inspiration.

 

If you've been skipping from the beginning you should have come from Patti's Blog.   

 

I used two of OWH Sketches.

 

First is #132.

 

 

I have no idea why I thought this color combination would work. But for some reason I like it.

What hero wouldn't want to send hugs and kisses to their loved one. This one could pass easily for a love card but even could be used as a valentine card if needed.

 

The second card is sketch #173.

 

 

With this card I will be writing an Any Hero message for my next box.  

 

I've gotta tell you I wasn't sure I was going to like using the Perfect Layer rulers but I have fallen in love with them. It makes it so easy to have even layers all the way around your image or sentiment.

You can have layers from 1/16" all the way to 1".

 

This skip gets better. I'm sure you read it on an earlier blog post but I want to be sure to remind you.  Perfect Paper Crafting has generously given us a discount code to give you our readers that will get you 5% off their purchases - no expiration!  So you will need to use this code:  OWH5%. And it doesn't stop there, they are also doing a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to PPC. What you need to do is comment on every blog on the hop to qualify.  

What you say, you have never made cards for OWH? If you click here you will get the guidelines needed to keep our heroes safe and to make it easier for them to send the cards back home to loved ones.

To continue with the fun check out Lezlyes blog.

 

Thanks for stopping by.

 

 Marianne

 

OWH Sketch #191

Hello Everybody.

Here's my take on the new sketch for this week at OWH.

 

 

I loved this weeks sketch. It would work well to highlight a sentiment too.

I used my new Perfect Papercrafting Perfect Layer rulers for all the black matting. I just love these rulers. I even got them to work on the pointed endings for the banner.

 

 

Thanks for stopping by.

 

Marianne