paper-rose-petals

Happy Anniversary to My One and Only!

2011-06-15T10:19:00.000-04:00

Happy Anniversary to the best man in the world!! I LOVE you Mr. Rose!!
40 years and we just keep getting better!!
MWAHAAAAAAAAA!! Me

And the winner is.....

2011-05-10T00:18:00.000-04:00

All names were put in a jar and the one pulled was....

My newest must-have tool is a petal roller by Imaginisce! I LOVE the rolled roses dies that My Favorite Things has put out and this tool is the only way I can get the roses rolled tightly!
Posted by Wanda Cullen to paper-rose-petals at May 9, 2011 11:20 PM

Congrats!! Please contact me with your mailing address so I can get your goodies out to you!

Thanks to all who entered!!
And keep watching...you never know when blog candy will be up for grabs again!!
See you soon!!!

BLOG CANDY!! Drawing May 9th!!

2011-05-09T23:59:00.001-04:00

NEW ITEMS Added!!
Blog Candy! So far candy includes a Tim Holtz Edge Die, Mini Prima Stamp, 7 Gypsies Rub Ons,Palette Ink Pad, 3D Dots, Amuse Notecards, Tim Holtz Hardware, and Papertrey Ribbon! To enter simply let me know what is a tool you can`t live without for cardmaking. Entries open to all. I will randomly select a number from your posts. The number will be chosen on May 9th by midnight EST. You can enter once daily as it would be difficult for me to choose just one tool! So lets have some fun! The more that enter will make the prize grow!
Hugs, Judi

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Still Time to Enter!! Blog Candy Drawing at Midnight Tonight!!

2011-05-09T17:09:00.000-04:00

Hi Peeps!!

Sorry I have been MIA...sometimes life and health just get in the way of blogging. Hoping to be back to my `ole bad self real soon so I have some new projects to share with you all!

You still have time to enter the blog candy drawing...winner will be randomly selected by post number tonight at midnight!! Good Luck!!

Hugs, Judi

Multiple Challenge Card!

2011-04-25T15:57:00.001-04:00

Hi! This is a card for my dh...his birthday is tomorrow. And believe it or not he actually looked like this image from Artistic Outpost when he was younger! This card was inspired by our QFTD57 challenge and this past week it was Benzi aka Brenda. She is the sweetest gal and has a fabulous gallery. I chose this card to be inspired by. This card is also for the TLC322 challenge and for today`s CAS116 challenge. Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!

Finally! A Challenge Card!

2011-04-19T16:00:00.000-04:00

Hi! I am finally back and I joined in today with the MMTPT142 girls and watercolored these flowers for Kay. I just love the older generation of which I am quickly becoming a member of one! Kay will soon be 91 years old! She has had some health issues and this card will be sent to her to help cheer her up! My flowers were supposed to be tulips but my watercoloring got out of hand so I may have to come in the back door! This also qualifies for Monday`s CAS115 Challenge and today`s CC319 Challenge. Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Blog Candy!! Yes...this week. :-)

I`m Here! Have You Seen the Decorah Eagles Live Stream??? AMAZING!

2011-04-13T22:23:00.000-04:00

Hi All! I have not fallen off the face of the earth...just still not up to par and I don`t like to create when I don`t have good vibes to channel into my work. Hopefully I will have some new projects very soon and I do remember...BLOG CANDY. It`s coming!

One thing that has more than captured my time and heart is the Decorah Eagles Live Stream .
The Raptor Resource Project brings you the Decorah Eagles from atop their tree at the fish hatchery in Decorah, Iowa.

The live video feed is streamed online 24/7. At night an infrared light provides night vision to viewers through the cam. Infrared light is not visible to eagles, they do not see it or know it is there.

I am completely fascinated with these majestic birds and the loving way they care for their offspring. So worth a look!

Click on full screen mode for the full effect!!

Enjoy!!
I will be back soon!!
Hugs
Judi

Flower Frenzy Challenge!! Watercolor Fun!

2011-03-31T14:35:00.000-04:00

Hi! I loved today`s WT136 Flower Frenzy Challenge so I had to play! I watercolored my flower and added gold Smooch Spray and some Prima DP to shab it up a bit. Different for me but I think it is growing on me. Hope you like it! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card!! Finally!!

2011-03-30T14:41:00.000-04:00

Hi! It feels good to be back. I have had computer issues which prevented me from participating in the challenges! So this card is for today`s SC326 Challenge and for the CCCW112 Challenge which is hosted today by Peggy Elms and its all about bunnies! I know she would love to have you play along as this is her first time as hostess. :-) And what a wonderful job she did!! Cheers Peggy!! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
I am hoping the computer issues dealing with Service Pack 1 are now over...time will tell.
Blog candy soon!!
Hugs,

Judi Rose

UGH!!!!!!! The Dreaded Blue Death Screen!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-03-18T17:14:00.001-04:00

Hi my patient and faithful followers! Sorry I have been absent this week but I am having major computer issues due to a Service Pack 1 for Windows 7. Truly is playing havoc with my pc!! Makes a girl want a MAC!
I do have my older computer running finally but was hesitant about hooking up all the bells and whistles (camera, printer, etc) just to have to change over again.
So! I will just have to make up for it when I get it back and up and running! Maybe a bit of BLOG CANDY!! I think its about time again!!
My dh is sounding quite like a bullfrog and I hope I don`t pick that up on top of already not feeling well.
But I am not complaining...in the scheme of things with so many things going on in the world I truly count our blessings.
Please give to the Red Cross for the Japan relief fund. Every little bit helps. My heart goes out to all involved.Prayers couldn`t hurt either!
I hope everyone has a great weekend. I cannot believe it...I have on the ac today as temps hit over 80!! More springlike weather is supposed to return on Sunday...I hope so!!
I hear lawn mowers already...I guess it is about that time. I am still in the planning stages of flower and vegetable gardening! Mowing will come soon enough.
Ok...remember to tell someone you love them!! Such a small thing and yet such an important one.
And always remember...I love all of you!! Talk again soon!!
I even received a Stylish Blogger Award I will be posting!! Smiles to Corie and Peggy!
Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis, Andrew, and Jason!!
And a shout out to Nan!!

Double Challenge Card and Saturday Plans!! Woo Hoo!!

2011-03-11T13:47:00.001-05:00

Hi! This card was done in honor of today`s QFTD51 challenge. And today it is Quillster aka Jill. YAY! I am a big time fan of her gorgeous gallery and she is one of the sweetest girls here!! Congrats Jill! I chose this card to be inspired by. This card also goes for today`s F4A55 challenge to use interesting edge details. I distressed and pierced mine. Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis and Andrew!!!
Happy Birthday Jason!!
So what are your plans for tomorrow?? I am going with Grace aka scrappingramma to Greensboro and meeting up with cmsuto aka Carla and zgirlsgranny aka Linda!! Can`t wait to meet them!! We are hoping Dawn aka flowergirl36 will be joining us as well. I am so excited and so ready for a girls day out!! Hope your day will be a good one as well!!
Later and hugs!!
Judi

Triple Challenge Card and Some Whining! LOL

2011-03-08T21:25:00.000-05:00

This is the card I did for today`s MMTPT136 challenge. Today we are going to the Roxbury to dance! I will be doing the cupcake shuffle! This card will be going to Roxie as a thank you for all the time she spends finding us fabulous sketches each and every week! We appreciate you Roxie! I chose SC68. This is also for today`s CC313 challenge. Fabulous color combo Karen!!
Do you ever have a day when you have an idea in your head and you just can`t seem to get it across to your card? UGH! I had that kind of day. Then when I finally got to a point where I liked it I could not for the life of me get a good picture!! This is much too bright and none of my shading around the main image shows!! And the cupcake has large shard glitter as the icing and that is not showing well either. It was going to end up in the round filing cabinet but Miss Peggy saved the day. She told me to put my big girl panties on and get on with it!! LOL In the scheme of things it is just a card and a picture of a card. Just writing it has made me feel better. I can take a breath and go on to to something else. Thanks for listening!
And thanks for stopping by!! Hope you have a lovely evening!!
Hi Sis and Andrew!!!
Til next time!!
Hugs,
Judi

Inspiration Challenge!! Lovin` Some Vintage!

2011-03-05T02:14:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is the card I did for today`s IC274 challenge. Steph has sent us to Cath Kidston. My kind of place! I chose the Flower Button Card to be inspired by.Loved all the new toys from PTI that I used from this month`s release. Material is from Purl Soho . Thanks for looking and have a fabulous Saturday!
Mine will hae to be wonderful...our gd Ariel is here with us!! :-)

Hi Sis!!! Hi Andrew!!!

Love ya!! Judi

Double Challenge Card and Friday Chatter!

2011-03-04T02:37:00.000-05:00

This is the card I did for today`s F4A54 challenge to use a good luck charm for St. Paddy`s Day! I loved this image in non-traditional colors from The Graphics Fairy. I printed it twice and cut out the flower and popped it up. I pierced the corners and then sanded them. This card is also in honor of our new QFTD50 and the winner is Luv Flowers aka Kim! I truly love Kim`s unique style and am always inspired by her fabulous gallery! She also leaves us all sincere comments. Congrats Kim! I am thrilled you are our Queen this week! I chose this card to be inspired by. Have fun Kim!! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous Friday!
Hi Sis and Andrew!!
So what are your plans this weekend? Our dgd is coming to spend the night. We will be working on a school project...a building of the Globe Theater. Wish us luck on this one! LOL We may just have to take some photos of this. :-)
I am nostalgic and a bit weepy today as it is my late Mom`s birthday. Not a day goes by that I don`t think of her. I love you Mom!!
Until next time...Hugs to All! And remember to tell those you love how much they mean to you.
Judi

Watercolored Polka Dot Tree!!

2011-03-03T12:21:00.000-05:00

This is my second card for today`s WT312 challenge to use POLKA DOTS. I watercolored my dots tree using distress inks and an aquabrush and added a sentiment. Another easy peasy card! :-) Thanks again for looking and have a wonderful day!

Hi again Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!

Polka Dot Challenge Card!!

2011-03-03T01:48:00.000-05:00

Easy Peasy card for today`s WT312 challenge to use POLKA DOTS! As an aside ...I love the phrase easy peasy as I love the Two Fat Ladies cooking show and Jennifer Paterson who was a brilliant British chef said this in her fabulous accent each show. What this has to do with polka dots? I guess they both make me happy! LOL Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card and Happy Wednesday!

2011-03-02T15:51:00.001-05:00

Hi! This card is for today`s SC322 challenge and Monday`s CC312 challenge. I love this Red Lead stamp! I also used Silver Shimmer Mist but after some 100 odd pictures I decided to go with this one even though it didn`t show. Guess you will have to take my word that irl it glows! Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday already!!! Where does the time go????????

5 Challenges!! And beautiful weather!!!

2011-02-26T16:20:00.000-05:00

This is a card I did today for five challenges! First I have to congratulate Karen aka RedBugDriver for she is our new Queen For A Day!! She has a gallery filled with beautiful cards to get your mojo going!! Not only is she talented but she is one of the sweetest gals on here always leaving us such heartfelt comments. We love you Karen! So I finally settled on this card to be inspired by. Enjoy your much deserved reign gf! The second challenge is Friday`s F4A53 to be inspired by the islands. I thought these flowers looked a bit tropical. The third challenge is today`s IC273 to be inspired by this gorgeous online site called Serena and Lily. I chose the Ruby Collection which was for the nursery. The card is also for this week`s Stamp Something challenge to use flowers. I also included this in the Day`s of Our Lives gallery. I just love this paper from Graphic 45 and the new toys I used from PTI. :-) Thanks for looking and have a fantastic weekend. Our Carolina blue skies are here and it could not be any prettier!! Hope it is nice where you are!
So what are you reading? Would love to know! Peggy and I just read The Widower`s Tale by Julia Glass and enjoyed it so much we are now backing up and reading her previous novel called Three Junes.
I am also anxious to delve into a book I recently got called Inner Excavation by Liz Lamoreux. I belong to her blog and find her fascinating! Her book says Explore Your Self Through Photography, Poetry and Mixed Media. Her book is available through her website.
Another interesting book is Water Paper Paint by Heather Smith Jones. Exploring creativity with watercolor and mixed media. I highly recommend them both! Also available on Amazon.com or Barnes & Noble.
Have a fun filled and creative weekend!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hugs, Judi

Triple Challenge Card !! Happy Monday!!

2011-02-21T02:30:00.000-05:00

This is a triple challenge card. First it is in honor of our Featured Stamper this week who is StampGroover! Congrats Cookie! I so love your clean style!! Your gallery is filled to the brim with sweet eye candy!! Enjoy your time in the spotlight! This card also qualifies for today`s CAS107 Challenge to make your own background. I used an embossed and torn panel for my bg. I also used a Spica Copic Clear Pen to add a bit of glitter to the embossed sections but sadly it does not show in my photo. I also included this card in the Days of Our Lives gallery as this card could be used just as a feel good card or for a special occasion. Thanks for looking! I hope you enjoy my card and your day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!

Inspiration Challenge Watercolored Painting

2011-02-19T03:22:00.001-05:00

This is the card I did (that I had already started) for today`s IC272 Challenge. Stephanie sent us to an online site called Wall TATT. I was inspired to finish my card when I found this Garden Entry Wall Decal. This reminds me of an old potting shed my Grandfather had which holds fond memories for me. Thanks for looking and have a fabulous Saturday!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!

Plans for the weekend? Major grocery shopping with a stop at a Sushi Bar we recently discovered. YUM!! Would love to hear what you have been up to or what you have been reading!!

Happy Birthday Arthur!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are now officially an old man!!! :-)

Double Challenge Card!!

2011-02-18T16:24:00.000-05:00

This is the card I did for today`s F4A52 Challenge to make a birthday card for children. I was also inspired by today`s QFTD Bigfoot Becky! Congrats and enjoy your week! I had a great time going through your fabulous gallery. This is the card I chose. It just so happened I needed a birthday card for a special boy who is turning 12 and loves his dog. Thanks for looking and have a great weekend!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!

Ways To Use It Challenge and Dirty Gallery Reminder!!

2011-02-17T13:48:00.002-05:00

This is the easy peasy card I did for today`s Way to Use It Challenge which was to use a sihouette. Mine is a free clip art image that I chose because of the roses. Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Happy Birthday Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please remember to check out the Dirty Dozen Gallery. SCS had technical issues that are now resolved and I would hate for you to miss our two new girls!! Please stop by and leave them some love!! You won`t be disappointed in this month`s gallery!! If you are not a fan club member....why not???!!! Find all the info here .Thanks!!

Featured Stamper Card and Reminder for Dirty Girl Gallery!!

2011-02-13T13:39:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is the card I did for today`s featured stamper challenge. I was not familiar with Charlene`s gallery but had a ball going through it! She is castastic! Fabulous CAS style. Congrats Charlene!! I chose this card to be inspired by. I love the childrens quote stamps from Inkadinkadoo so chose to use one. Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!! It is 54 degrees and gorgeous here!! Hope it is wherever you live!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just a reminder to be sure and check out the Dirty Girl gallery at SCS tomorrow night at midnight PST. We have a fabulous theme and two fantastic new girls! I will be turning alumni after this month...sniff, sniff! But I so enjoyed my time. Thank you Lydia and to those of you who are loyal fan club members. My post below has links to become one!
Hugs,

Judi

Double Challenge Card and Weekend Plans!

2011-02-11T14:39:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is a Valentine I made for my dh who is such a sweet guy and truly my soulmate. The difference is you says it all and is the name of this cool stamp by Donna Downey. My corner says you are amazing and the bottom square says I love you. I was inspired by this card done by Bev Barton our Queen for the Day! Congrats Bev! An honor well deserved for sure! Please be sure to read about our QFTD47 challenge and stop by Bev`s fabulous gallery! This card also qualifies for todays F4A51 challenge to use red, purples, and gold for its a royal affair! Perfect I must say for today`s Queen! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!
So what are you up to for the weekend? I have a big reminder for those wanting to know who the new Dirty Girls are this month!! It will be revealed on midnight PST 2/14/11. This is my last month! Where has the time gone????? In order to access the Fan Club Gallery you must be a fan. So what are you waiting for?? Find out all about joining here . So I will be creating cards this weekend although I have some done early this month! I hope you enjoy them...but remember you must be a fan member at SCS to see all our efforts!!
Think my DH and I may also go to the movies. Will let you know what we see and how we liked it later! Have a wonderful weekend everyone!!
Hugs,

Judi

Double Challenge Card! I`m Back Again!!

2011-02-08T11:55:00.000-05:00

Hi! I just had to do today`s color challenge when I saw my dear friend Karen was hostess. You did fine girl!! You ROCK!! And I know the help Vicki gives as she has helped me!!:-) So here is my card for CC309 . I am sending this card to Sean (and I did put his name on the hearts on the card although it may be hard to see) for Teapot Tuesday . You can read his story here . I used this cute new Penny Black image. I even managed to use my dessert option although my ribbon is not wide. So Karen you need to send me a sympathy card. Hope you like it! Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just in case you have missed me I was occupied last week with our son who came for a visit. We had a fabulous time talking, shopping, eating, watching movies, playing games, and just being silly. You are the best Andrew!! We love and miss you already!! Hope you feel better!! He has a cold.

Double Challenge Card !!

2011-01-31T15:45:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is the card I did for todays TLC310 challenge. Joan had us double emboss. I used a music score eb folder. I then ran my versamark pad over it and used White Diamond EP. Read about it here. It is also for today`s CAS challenge ~ Rock & Roll. My birdies are Rockin` Robins. :-) Read about it here. Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

4 Challenge Card!! And Happy Birthday Andrew !!!!

2011-01-29T04:20:00.001-05:00

Hi! This is the card I did for QFTD44. Read about this challenge here . Congrats Pam!! I am late to your party but better late then never, right? You are so deserving of me passing the crown on to you. You make great contributions to SCS through your wonderful commenting and fabulous gallery! This is the card that inspired me.This card also fits for the F4A49 Challenge to use something warm and fuzzy! Well Rambling Ted is warm and fuzzy and since this is also being used as a baby card I had to include it! Read about this challenge here . I am actually sending this card to Kyle and Carlie the new parents of twin babies ~ Sydney and Austin! Our own Kokirose aka Patricia is the proud grandmother of these darlings!! Congrats to all!
Read about this challenge here . And last but not least this card qualifies for today`s Inspiration Challenge. Stephanie sent us to this fabulous online store called Rooms by Zoya B. Wow is she ever talented!
Read about it here . I was inspired by these sweet teddy bears . I love this adorable Penny Black stamp ~ I watercolored it. If you are still with me thanks for looking and have a great day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AND!!!!!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!!!! We love you!!!!!!!!!

I`m Back!! QFTD45 Challenge Card!!

2011-01-29T03:44:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is the card I did for our new Queen Heather!! I was so tickled to see you were picked this week!! You always leave the sweetest comments and your gallery is just filled with gorgeous creations!! Congrats!! This is the card that inspired me. It was difficult to choose just one!
Read about the challenge here . I love this Graphic 45 DP I used. The chipboard heart is actually glittered but did not show in the photo.I hope you like it Heather as it is coming your way! Thanks for looking and have a great day!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card ~ Easy Peasy!!

2011-01-17T16:01:00.000-05:00

Hi all! This card qualifies for today`s CAS challenge found here , and for today`s TLC challenge found here .Could not get any easier than this!! Any sentiment could be added and you could also change the colors of the silhouette. Thanks for looking and thanks for all my birthday wishes!! You all are the BEST!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wishing Well Cake Pics!!

2011-01-17T13:54:00.000-05:00

I just had to show pics in and out of the pan of the wishing well cake! In the pan shows the crusty goody that you would have not otherwise seen.
YUMMOOOOOOOOOO!! I`ll eat a piece for you!

Tomorrow I will make my oatmeal bread...I had planned on making it today but forgot to pick up bread flour which is necessary. This is another winner. It makes 2 loaves but you will need them cause this won`t last!!!

Oatmeal Bread
2 Cups Boiling Water                       1 teaspoon salt
1 Cup Oats (old fashioned)            1 Tablespoon Butter
3/4 Cup Molasses                            1 Yeast Cake
4 or 5 cups BREAD flour

Pour boiling water over oats. Add molasses (spray the measuring cup with oil and it will glide right out!), salt, and butter. Let cool. Dissolve yeast and 1 spoon of sugar in 1/2 cup lukewarm water. Let proof while 1st mixture cools to warm not hot. Add yeast. Add Flour...usually takes me the full 5 cups for the right consistency...which is doughlike but not so sticky you have trouble getting it out.
Spoon into 2 bread pans that have been greased and floured. Let rise until double. I cover mine and put in a warm location. Check in 1 hour...sometimes takes longer. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Let cool some before cutting or it will fall apart. This is a dense,moist bread...delicious with butter from the oven!! Enjoy!!!
Hugs

Judi

Happy Birthday to Me !!

2011-01-17T07:15:00.000-05:00

Hi Peeps!! It is my birthday today!! I plan on a quiet day of reading and whatever suits my fancy. I am making myself a Wishing Well Cake which I will give you the recipe to. This is not for those watching calories, carbs, or health but who would want a birthday cake to do that?
This is from my Aunt Mabel (who has sinced pass) and was a fine cook.
Wishing Well Cake

1 cup Crisco              3 tsp almond extract
2 cups sugar            1/2 tsp salt
5 eggs                       2 cups all purpose flour

Blend sugar and crisco. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add extract and salt. Gradually add flour. Bake ABOUT an hour in a 325 degrees oven. It may take a bit longer but test in one hour. I use a greased and dusted with flour bundt pan. Back when we used to make it they used a tube pan.
The recipe calls for a glaze of 1 cup powdered sugar and 4 tsp water but the cake is so good and the top is so nice and crusty without we never used it.
If you like a dense, moist, crusty topped almond flavored pound cake...you will be in heaven.

Thanks again to Peggy who made my birthday extra special.
I especially miss you today Mom...although there is not a day that goes by that I don`t miss or think about you.
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Until next time......

Judi

Dirty Girl Reveal Tonight!! Fabulous Gallery too!!

2011-01-14T17:12:00.000-05:00

Hi All! I have been busy doing projects for the Dirty Girl Gallery which will go live tonight CPT. I have to admit the gallery is just fabulous! But the only way to see it is to be a member of the Fan Club. If you are not a member ...why not? Check here for info on joining! You won`t be disappointed!! 2 new girls revealed tonight. Fun!
I am going to relax this weekend...how `bout you??
Talk soon. Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Triple Challenge Card ~ Fabulous Cause!!

2011-01-11T14:25:00.000-05:00

Hi all! I just had to do today`s teaparty card when I saw we were sending them to fellow stamper Katie. I painted her some roses and colored my pearls for a touch of gold. Read about her and our Teaparty Tuesday here . What a beautiful family filled with such love and hope!
This also goes for today`s Color Challenge .
And for the Card Patterns Sketch 97 .Also please run over to Jak Heath`s blog to find out about a fundraiser for Katie. Thanks so much to Jak and the sponsors who have generously donated their time and stamps for this beautiful family in need.
Thanks for looking and reading.
Hugs,

Judi

Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

QFTD42 Challenge Card and Snow Forecast! :-)

2011-01-09T19:12:00.001-05:00

A big congrats to Pat (foxy67) for being crowned Queen for the Day! She is one of the sweetest ladies here at SCS always leaving us comments and inspiring us with her lovely gallery! Read all about it here .I used a combination of Pat`s cards to come up with this one and I wanted her to have the roses to think of me. Sorry I was late to the party Pat! Hope you like the card. I just could not get a good picture of this card...I love it in real life.
SNOW! Go grab your milk and bread!! LOL They are forecasting a snow storm here by the time we get up tomorrow morning. We are hoping we are far enough west and north to miss the aftermath of changing over to sleet and freezing rain. I so don`t want to lose power! And then I do have the worry of dh making it home from work...hopefully they will get to go home a bit earlier if it gets bad. Wishing all of you in the storm area a safe and trouble free week! I do love the snow and so do our fur kids!!
Hugs until next time!!

Judi

Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Color Challenge

2011-01-04T16:23:00.000-05:00

This is the card I did for today`s color challenge. Very pretty colors Vicki!! I will miss you hostessing!! Check it out here . I painted this vase of flowers with watercolors.
Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Teapot Tuesday!!

2011-01-04T14:29:00.000-05:00

Hi! The teapartiers today are going to Cody, Wyoming for a baby shower for Jamie Smethers ( JamiePTS on SCS). Jamie is the daughter in law of Pat and Bubba Smethers.Congratulations to the entire family!! My bear is a bit western as he is wearing a bandana and boots and seems to be attracting creatures to him! He is welcoming Jon and rooting for Winnie to be the Grand Marshall! What a blessing for the New Year!! Hugs to you all!! Read about it here . My stamp is from Penny Black and I drybrushed using watercolors.
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Humbling Experience!

2011-01-03T12:45:00.000-05:00

Hi All! Hope each and every one of you had a fabulous New Year`s Eve and Day! We stayed at home and watched the Twilight Zone Marathon and The Two Fat Ladies marathon on the Cooking Channel. Fun!
Just had to give a shout out of thanks to the incredible women at Splitcoaststampers who included not only my cards but even my entire gallery in the Year End Favorites Thread found here and here. I was surprised and thrilled beyond words as the women who gave me mention are some of the very best talent at SCS and I so value their opinion. If you have never been to SCS and you are involved in cardmaking, scrapbooking, or even photography you need to pay them a visit! A more caring or supportive group of women you will never find. And you will never tire of the endless eye candy that awaits you each and every day!!
I am humbled and honored to call myself a member of this fabulous community!! I hope to be sharing some cards with you very soon.
Hugs to all !! Judi

A White Christmas Indeed!

2010-12-26T22:53:00.000-05:00

Hi All! I am hoping everyone had a fabulous Christmas with loved ones. This picture is of our son and our two fur kids frolicking in the snow which was just the beginning of things to come. We ended up with 8.5" officially although I think it was a bit more where we live. So needless to say the kids got to spend an extra day with us. They will be leaving tomorrow and I will be a mother hen and worry until I get the phone call that they arrived home safely. With temperatures dipping into the teens and 60 mile an hour winds tomorrow it will be a cold day going out with the dogs! Although they seem to relish it. The dog on the left is our 13 soon to be 14 year old lab and we are so thankful for each day we have with her. She still plays like a pup...notice her legs in the air flying around in the snow!
Hope you have a wonderful week and I hope to be back soon with some new work. Smiles, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!

I`m Back! Double Challenge Card!! 12/21/10

2010-12-21T14:10:00.000-05:00

Hi Peeps! Sorry it has taken me so long to post!! Just a busy time of the year. I felt like doing a card today as I love red, black, and white and we were to paint so I was in my element. The first is the Color Challenge CC302 . I also did this card for krischir aka Kris as she is having wrist surgery tomorrow. This is for Teaparty Tuesday MMTPT125 . Hope you like it!
So is everyone ready for the BIG day? We have a couple more things to do and we will soon be done! The kids will be here tomorrow and I can`t wait! Love a noisy house. The weather looks like it will cooperate and we may get snow flurries on Christmas day!
I just want to let all of you know I am hoping each and everyone has a blessed Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year. I have some new things up my sleeve for the coming year that I hope you will enjoy.
Love you all!! Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOOHOO!! $100.00 Shopping Spree at Etsy!!!

2010-12-13T21:47:00.001-05:00

This is a great month to be a Fan Club member over at Splitcoaststampers.com - for 48 hours, every member of the Fan Club can compete in a challenge for a $100 Etsy shopping spree. If I could win I would choose THIS . For details about how to join the Fan Club so you can play, click here .
And you get to see the Dirty Dozen Gallery for December where 2 new girls will be revealed!! What FUN!!

BRRRRR!! NC is getting its fair share of cold weather. It is 21 degrees right now with temps going lower before daybreak!! Our dogs love the cold and have such energy outside running around. I was dressed in many layers today but with the wind blowing as well I felt like an Eskimo!! LOL

Talk to you soon!! I have been busy with my Dirty Girl Projects. I hope you will consider becoming a fan so you can see what we have been up to!!
Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Inspiration Challenge Card! 12/11/10

2010-12-11T02:21:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is for today`s Inspiration Challenge where Steph has sent us to a great online store called Shabby Apple . This is the dress I was inspired by.Needed to take a break from Christmas cards! Such a busy time of the year and I have not been feeling well so went with a quick CAS card. All supplies are from PTI other than the Dotted Black CS from Bazzill and the Corner Chomper. Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card and Rambling Thoughts! :-)

2010-12-04T01:16:00.001-05:00

Hi! This is for today`s Inspiration Challenge and Stephanie has sent us to Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. I based my card on these darling Charming Tail Figures found here .This is also for QFTD37 ~ CaKath aka Kathy! I love her work and cased this darling Pure Innocence card .I know I am late Kathy but congratulations! Your gallery is awesome and you are a dear friend! Hugs to you!
So I went to my cardiologist on Thursday and found out the results of my echocardiogram. It was not very good news so I would appreciate you keeping me in your prayers. I will be seeing a specialist at Baptist Hospital just to discuss some options but I am not too keen on surgery. Time will tell. It just makes me realize how very important it is to live each day to its fullest. So remember to say those things that are in your heart to those you love.
Have you decorated yet? I am going with a much more natural theme this year trying to just incorporate some of natures bounty. And it is funny but I read the most heartfelt post on Zen Habits on buying Christmas presents which sums up my feelings totally on the subject! May not be a popular stand but one I so agree with. Read his post if you get a chance. I love this blog which is created and written by Leo Babauta.
Hope you all have a fabulous weekend! They are calling for a chance of snow flurries here...I would so enjoy it! Hugs until next time! Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card

2010-11-30T16:01:00.000-05:00

Hi! This card is for today`s color challenge using Real Red, Old Olive, and River Rock. Great colors Mary! It is also for the teaparty and being sent to Linda. Read about it here .My card is a case of Nichole Heady`s card. As soon as I saw it I fell in love with it. Hers is on her blog .Felt good to get in the craft room today!! Now have to get caught up on a few more Christmas cards.
Have you got your shopping and decorating done yet???
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

2010-11-25T00:21:00.002-05:00

Hi All! Just wanted to take the time to wish all of my followers or those just stopping by a fabulous Thanksgiving! You know its truly not about the wonderful food and decorations. But the icing on the cake is nice! Don`t get me wrong. The traditional meal of turkey, dressing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pies sounds fabulous! But this year my sweet husband and I find ourselves alone this year and without the aforementioned menu. We had planned on going out tomorrow for a quiet meal and perhaps cooking our turkey this weekend. But my health issues have reared their ugly head and we will have to wait and see if I feel up to going out. My blood pressure is not cooperating with the new meds I am on and with a reading of 80/45 and sometimes lower I just don`t have the get up and go! And yes I have talked to my doctor and we are trying something different and I will be going to see him on Monday. But I am still so very thankful for so many things. And I hope to show that appreciaton in small ways to others. Reach out to others and see how something so simple can change your outlook on life! As that is what makes me happiest. So even though we may be eating a meal of whatever my husband thinks he can manage or gets us some carryout we will still be counting our many blessings. He is my rock and I love him more each day. We have been married for 39 years.I feel so fortunate to call him mine. :-)

And I have to mention man`s best friend. We have two fur kids as most of you know by now and they have stayed by my side during this entire ordeal. Unconditional love. And how true this quote is..."Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." - Roger Caras

And thanks to you sweet Peggy who has so enriched my life this year. Love and appreciate you girlfriend!

And I want to thank each and every one of you who stops by my blog and takes the time to just say hi! Hugs and the very best to all of you!! Judi :-)

Hi Sis!!!!!!! I know we would be celebrating with you and yours if we lived closer. Hoping that happens one day soon! Hope you are able to enjoy tomorrow as I know all the hard work you have done this past week to make it enjoyable for all. Love ya!!
And a Happy Thanksgiving to our kids...we now have to share them with in-laws which works out well. We will have you for Christmas! :-) Love to Andy, Kristine, Jason, and Jess. And we will see our darling Ariel on Friday!!
Enjoy your time with family and friends!!!!!!!!!!!!

Some days are better than others...

2010-11-23T02:00:00.001-05:00

Ok...I know I said cards were coming. And they are...just not quite sure when. I had a 14 pound box of PTI goodies sitting on my porch swing this morning and did not have the energy to care. EXTREMELY unlike me. Well they are switching my meds around yet again so thought I may need to check my blood pressure. So 74/54 may just explain my slowness today. We started with a b/p of 200/124( quite some time ago) but somehow I don`t think it was meant to go quite this low!
Going for an echocardiogram in morning. Will bring memories of the jelly put on my belly for ultrasounds while pregnant. That was looooong ago! So will be telling them of my pressure while there. Sometimes its just hard to hit the middle road with things. So slow I may be for a bit longer and tired. But I am breathing so have to be thankful for that!
Spending time with my dh the rest of the week who has taken time off and we are so enjoying each other. So think I may have to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving now as I will probably be scarce on blogger the rest of the week. Eat, drink, and be merry!
Candy will be coming after Thanksgiving...a post about it sometime next week.
I am also thankful for all my blogger friends and that means you, and you, and you! Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cards coming...

2010-11-22T03:02:00.000-05:00

but off to bed right now. Nitey night. Since its 3 AM! Yikes!
Thankful post from yesterday should read...sleep when I can get it!
Good night Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thankful Post ~ Carolina Blue Skies Again!

2010-11-20T20:58:00.000-05:00

Hi All! Can you believe this is the same tree in yesterday`s post exactly one week later? Well it is! This tree lost its leaves just that quickly. This was taken today and our Carolina Blue Skies prevail once again. :-) No touch ups either! Notice the birds nest to the left? Many birds family in this tree. Such fun to watch!
So on to another thankful post again in no particular order!

A surprise John Stewart email (wink,wink), Fabriano paper, windy days, a great haircut, a clear starry night, the sound of our grandfather clock, 6 ounce cokes in bottles, seashells, hospice house, doctors who really care, people paying it forward, libraries, a noisy house, a quiet house, our vegetable garden, sheets on a clothesline, letting someone ahead of you in a long line at the grocery store and them thanking you with a smile, cotton candy, the memories of my childhood, the birth of a baby, hope, faith, and knowing I am enough.

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! I have my dh home for the next 8 days!! YAY!!
May even have a card for you tomorrow...stay tuned.
And do share what you are thankful for! My followers are too quiet!!
I feel a giveaway coming soon. Hugs! Judi

320 Sycamore Lane ~ Favorite Things Party!!

2010-11-20T00:14:00.005-05:00

320 Sycamore is having a party and I decided to join in the fun! Thanks for having me!

A favorite blog!

I "heart" roses of all colors and varieties and have a special connection as our last name is Rose! Jackson and Perkins has many to drool over!

Our dogs Taffy and Molly ~ :-) Always check your local shelters first for pets!!

My painting which nurtures my soul. Dick Blick carries many fine watercolors.

Falling in Love by Philosophy

All things beachy!! Try Oak Island Accomodations for some great rental properties in NC.

Chinese and Sushi!!!!!!!!!! YUMMY! If in Charlotte, NC check it out!

This Crewel kit I just got from Purl Soho . Gorgeous!

Delicious and guilt free!

These really work! Better than having to have your pet put to sleep and pay a fortune for teeth cleaning!

Family is my most favorite and this is where mine started. My mom and dad on their wedding day. :-)

What are some of yours? Join in the fun here .

Carolina Blue Skies...

2010-11-19T16:40:00.000-05:00

So I must be in a nostalgic mood...dreaming of holidays long ago. Thanksgiving will soon be on us and thought I would share some random thoughts each day until then as to what I am thankful for.

In no particular order!!

Carolina blue skies, the scent of fall with its drying leaves and crispness to the air, the most wonderful dh and my true soulmate who would go to the furthest moons and back for me, ladybugs, bluebirds, a drink of cold, cold Le Bleu water when thirsty, smiling at a stranger when out shopping and having them smile back, my sister Linda and Arthur her significant other, our sons who are as different as sauerkraut and chocolate pudding, sauerkraut, chocolate pudding, my morning conversations with Aunt Lillian, baby fingers and toes, a good book which is so good we don`t want it to end, the travel channel, the food channel, Turtle Watch Beach House, my little Canadian friend, the french language, Lithuanian descendants who are a strong and good people and who I am from, sushi and chopsticks, wool yarns, papers of all kinds, paintbrushes, the smell of puppie`s breath, flowers,the sea, and gasoline, cameras, vintage anything, snowflakes, Ariel our gd. And I can`t think of a better place to stop today. :-)
Hugs to you all and here is hoping you have a fabulous weekend! Tell someone you love that you love them!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What are you thankful for?

Just to add...

2010-11-16T10:09:00.000-05:00

Did not want you all thinking I was giving up my stamping. Guess my last post made it sound that way! I will continue to fit cardmaking in my days...I could never give that up! Just needed to take a breath and free up some time for classes, reading, crocheting, exercising. You get the picture! So I will still be seeing and visiting with you all over at SCS and your blogs. Thanks and have a beautiful and blessed day. Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Thank You!!

2010-11-15T21:53:00.000-05:00

Hi All! Just wanted to give a huge thank you to Betsy of Innovative Stamp Creations and Faith of Mark`s Finest Papers . I will be forever grateful to you both for the opportunity to work for such fine stamp companies. I felt like it was time for me to move on to pursue my love of painting and to work through some health issues I am having right now. Both of you are talented and amazing women and I so enjoyed my time with you. I encourage all to check out both websites for your stamping needs! You won`t be disappointed! I appreciate you both!!
Hugs!!! Judi

EXCITEMENT!! Dirty Dozen Gallery to be Revealed at Midnight!!

2010-11-14T14:44:00.000-05:00

Hi Peeps! Have not meant to ignore you...have just been busy working on this month`s Dirty Dozen projects! The reveal will be at midnight tonight and I can`t wait for you to see this month`s new artists and our fun theme! Are you a fan member at Splitcoast? Because this is the only way to visit this gallery and get to see all the eye candy! The girls have really done a fabulous job this month!! So if you aren`t a member yet...what are you waiting for?? Go read about being a fan club member here. Hope to see you there!!!

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! Day 4!! Musical Holiday!!

2010-11-12T01:11:00.001-05:00

Welcome to the MFP November Blog Hop! This month, we are releasing 6 NEW SETS!

We have 6 New Stamp Sets Released: Brick Wall, Bells on Bobtail, Christmas Postage Due, Bold & Free, Muscial Holiday and Welcome Home. For your convenience, all 6 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!

For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (November 13, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning.

November 12 FRIDAY Musical Holiday

I love this Musical Score stamp which is also a big trend right now! Great stamp to shab up and look vintage. I hope you have gained some inspiration during this month`s hop with the many different styles amongst the team members!
Please be sure to stop by all the blogs for some fabulous ideas today and a chance at winning blog candy!

Emily- http://mylittlesliceofbliss.blogspot.com

Karen- http://karenskreativekreations.blogspot.com

Patty- http://winnieswhimsandmycrafts.blogspot.com

Roxie- http://paperscaper.blogspot.com

Vicki- http://allidoisstamp.blogspot.com/
Liz: http://rightbrainmadness.blogspot.com

Claudine- http://cardsbyclaudine.blogspot.com

Dawn- http://dawnmercedes.blogspot.com

Joanne T- http://sleepyinseattlestamps.blogspot.com

Nicole - http://nicolesbutterflyears.blogspot.com

Marilynn- http://mississippi-mcgyver.blogspot.com
Peggysue- http://rosesbymywindow.blogspot.com
Susan – http://simplicitybylateblossom.blogspot.com

Judi – http://paper-rose-petals.blogspot.com

Connie – http://sodakstamping.blogspot.com

Mark’s Finest Papers - http://marksfinestpapers.blogspot.com

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! Day 3!!

2010-11-11T00:02:00.000-05:00

Hi! This is day 3 of Mark`s Finest Papers. I am featured on their blog today but wanted to share my card with you. This is from the set called Welcome Home. Who doesn`t love a lighthouse? I just love the ocean and anything related! This is a versatile set as you also have images that work perfectly for holiday cards! Please be sure to stop by and visit those on the blog hop (the list is on the MFP blog) and I will be back on the trail tomorrow so stop by again! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! Day 2!! Chance at BLOG CANDY!!

2010-11-10T00:02:00.002-05:00

Welcome to the MFP November Blog Hop! This month, we are releasing 6 NEW SETS!

And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

Isn`t Santa cute? I used Liquid Applique on his beard and fur and stickles was added to the cap trim. Great set to also make notecards or postcards!

I just love the feather stamps from this set! Bold and free is the sentiment I used on the inside. I think this would definitely work as a guy card for just about any reason, don`t you? I used direct to paper technique with the envelope.

Please be sure to check out the amazing talent at Mark`s Finest Papers and visit everyone`s blogs for some great inspiration and a chance at winning blog candy!

Nancyruth
Lois

Vicky

Dawn L

Anne

Peggysue

Susan

Judi (you are here!)

Connie

Claudine

Dawn

Joanne T

Nicole

Marilynn

Geri

Lynn

Mark`s Finest Papers

To-the-Top Tuesday Blog Hop! 11/09/10

2010-11-09T10:07:00.000-05:00

Do you love finding new blogs to read?

Then link-up with us every Tuesday for

To-the-TOP Tuesday Blog Hop!

Follow (the first 3 spots) your hosts Nicole at One Little Mister, Jill at Frugal Plus and Traci at Traci66. (They WILL follow you back, please just leave them a comment!)
Grab their Blog Hop button and post about the link-up on your blog.
Add your blog to the linky list! And gets lots of new followers!!!

DO NOT LIST GIVEAWAYS!

They will delete them. Also, please don’t make duplicate links….link your blog ONE time pretty please!

Try to choose 4-5 other blogs to follow, tell them you found them at TTT Tuesday Blog Hop! You are not required to follow back but it is nice to do so, and highly encouraged.

Please make sure you have a way for people to follow you, i.e. Google Friend Connect.

The link-up will be open until midnight tonight (Tuesday) but will be visible all week!

You are also encouraged add the linky code (posted below) on the blog post you make. It will show all of the blogs that have entered here, people can link-up through your blog, and it will update on all of the lists.

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! 11/09-11/12 Chance at BLOG CANDY!!

2010-11-09T00:19:00.003-05:00

Welcome to the MFP November Blog Hop! This month, we are releasing 6 NEW SETS!

And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

November 9 TUESDAY: 2 SETS: Brick Wall; Bells on Bobtail

Isn`t this a cheerful Autumn card to let someone know you are thinking about them? went CAS with both my cards today.

Isn`t this a nostalgic card? It conjures up an old fashioned Christmas! You could easily duplicate this card for some fast and easy holiday cards! Thanks for looking!

Please be sure to check out the talented designers blogs here at Mark`s Finest Papers for some fabulous eye candy and a chance at winning blog candy!

Judi (you are here)

Man`s Best Friend!

2010-11-08T22:42:00.000-05:00

Taffy on the prowl! What a gorgeous day!!

Looking GOOD for a 13 year old dog!! Thanks for playing with us Mom!!

Molly Girl! While Taffy seems to pose for mom`s silly pics I am too fast for her!! She snuck up on me with this one...the rest of my time outside I was flying. :-)

Double Challenge Card 11/06/10

2010-11-06T02:08:00.000-04:00

Hi! This is a double challenge card. First and foremost it is in honor of our QFTD who is Shellapoo aka Michelle!! You are such a sweetheart sending cheer to all these sick children. I just want to say thank you!! Congrats and wear your crown proudly! You are sooo deserving! Hugs! Read all about it here .This is the card I chose and was inspired by in Michelle`s gallery.Isn`t her Wee Henry a cutie pie? His shoes reminded me of this great tennis shoe stamp I owned from Postmodern Design that always makes me smile. The sentiment is computer generated. And then I checked today`s Inspiration Challenge where Stephanie has sent us to this adorable website called Miyuki Sakai Sewing Illustration. This is what was waiting there for me!Thanks for looking and have a fabulous Saturday! Hope you get to spend it with loved ones!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!

MMTPT118 Teaparty Card! 11/02/10

2010-11-02T19:33:00.000-04:00

Hi! I am late but finally made it to the teaparty!! We are going to Colorado this week. I have no words of wisdom this week...just special thoughts of Mr. and Mrs. Cotton ~ Tracim aka Traci`s mother and father. Read about it here and join us won`t you?I used the black and white so I didn`t have to come in the backdoor and used Hero Arts stamps. Thanks for looking and have a great evening!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Color Challenge and Card Patterns Sketch! 11/02/10

2010-11-02T13:57:00.000-04:00

Hi! This is a card I did for today`s color challenge brought to us by MaryR917 aka Mary who is not only on the color challenge design team but is hostessing her first challenge! Way to go Mary! Beautiful Autumn colors ~ Peach Parfait, Cajun Craze, and Early Espresso. Congrats to you Mary and also to Joanne and Vicki for making the team! I used a HA script bg stamp and inked it with StazOn Timber Brown Ink. I then used Versamark on my HA floral image and embossed it with clear embossing powder. I then applied Distress Inks using a foam applicator from Ranger. My sketch is from this week`s Card Patterns Sketch 88 .This week`s dessert option was ric rac and I made mine from cs and a PTI die. Hope you like it! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Challenge Card 11/01/10

2010-11-01T15:12:00.000-04:00

This is a simple double challenge card. First it is based on a card done by yesterday`s Featured Stamper ~ CherylQuilts.She will get your MOJO going! Congrats Cheryl! I am a long time admirer of your work and I appreciate your sweet comments. Enjoy your time in the spotlight! My card also qualifies for today`s CAS challenge to do Sympathy Cards. Not a pleasant task but always good to have on hand. I let the beautiful stamps from Mark`s Finest Papers and the Fabriano paper to do the talking and felt like nothing else was needed. Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day! It felt good to get in the craft room even if it was a quick card!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And the WINNER IS......

2010-10-31T23:15:00.000-04:00

Post Number 14 ~

marilynprestonn said...

Judi, you know how much I enjoy getting lost into novels. I just love those "page-turners" the most. I have read a book called Lost & found, by Jacqueline Sheehan. It's about a widow that decides to move to a place where nobody knows her and struggles with her grieving, and finds more than love on the way to it.

It was quite interesting to read the "internal dialogue" she has about the whole thing. If you love stories with dogs, there is one cool one in there too.

Thank you Judi, for this fun idea and different kind of Candy! Hugsxo

I looooooooooove you!

October 12, 2010 1:24 PM

YAY! I will get the gf sent right out! My dh pulled the lucky number tonight!!

I hope everyone enjoyed playing and got some new ideas for books to read! Watch out for more blog candy in the future!!

Hope to have a card or two for you on Monday later in the afternoon after a doctors appointment. Hope everyone had a spookalicious weekend!!

Hugs, Judi

Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BLOG CANDY!!!!!!!! LOOK!! 40.00 GC!!

2010-10-31T23:13:00.000-04:00

Hi All!! Seems like I may be back online so what better way to celebrate than with some blog candy! This is going to be a bit different. First in order to enter I do ask that you be a follower of my blog. :-) Then all you have to do is leave me a comment on this post and let me know what the title and author was of the last book you read. That is it! If you want to link my blog candy to your blog I would be honored but it is not required. And on October 31 by midnight there will be a random drawing. Ok...so you want to know what you are playing for? A 40.00 Gift Certificate to Amazon.com! Sound like fun? You may enter more than once but will have had to read and shared another book. Reading is such an integral part of our family. My only problem is finding enough hours in a day but I have come to realize some things are worth making the time for. So lets get started and pass the word on to others!! The gift certificate logo will stay to the top right and you can click on it to get to this post. Good luck everyone!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So what have I been UP TO???

2010-10-28T15:16:00.000-04:00

So some of you may not have noticed me missing...others yes. To those wondering what I have been up to...the picture pretty much tells the tale while I recline and keep my feet up going INSANE!!!!!!!!!! Yes...I love to read, look at new doll catalogs, do word searches (and note this one is indeed in LARGE PRINT), and crochet dishcloths while Andrew Zimmern eats a snail or entrails from some exotic animal. I have made salads (in my head) with Giada, Julia Child, and Rachel Ray. I have also watched every Halloween movie there is and dreamt to those that haven`t been made yet!! LOL And I have talked on the phone with Peggy Elms, my little friend from Canada who truly has restored my sanity...we seem to do that for each other. We seem to know when a long conversation is in order and ramble on about this and that and laugh a WHOLE lot. My sister too has helped with this and called to check on me along with my husband who asks...Can I get you anything on the way home? (this man is unbelievable...girls you should be jealous on this count as a dearer or more thoughtful man is not to be had in this world or the next!) A son from Wilmington...whats up Mom? he says and always makes my day.We have another son...and no I have not heard from him but I guess when he is ready he will give us a call...we love them both just the same and all the same. :-)
I am fortunate to have 2 sweet furbabies staring up at me with such unconditional love and concern it nearly breaks my heart. They care not that my hair is mussed this way and that (although that is a hairdo I really do wear!) or that my eyes are bloodshot and sagging from late nights and too many without sleeping.
But I am truly not complaining. There are always so many worse off than me that I won`t go there right now as depression is too easy a thing to sneak up on us. I have a wonderful life and feel very fortunate to be me.
Planning cards in a sketchbook and will have something for you soon! Even truly signing up for those painting classes which excites me!!
So until next time....hugs to all!! Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Featured Stamper Card!! 10/24/10

2010-10-24T02:47:00.000-04:00

Hi! This card was made and inspired by today`s Featured Stamper LynniePoo! Congrats Lynette! You are so deserving. You have such a clean style that I just adore! You had so many choices to case but I finally settled on this gorgeous card .I kept the same basic lo but changed my matting from pink to Bermuda Bay. I changed your flowers to a blue spruce tree and added snowflakes rather than a butterfly. I also changed my sentiment. I feel like this card could either be used as a sympathy card or a Christmas card! And it is an easy one to produce many of. I hope you like it! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous Sunday!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Innovative Stamp Creations!! Stamp Release!! Day 4!! 10/24/10

2010-10-24T00:02:00.001-04:00

Sunday 10/24/10

Day 4:

Are you ready Christmas?

The talented Creative Architects’ were given a different ISC Christmas line to create a card! Have you started Christmas shopping yet? How many handmade Christmas cards have you created? Do you buy store bought Christmas cards instead?

Hope my New Year`s card will inspire you today!

Kathy: Angelical Holiday’s

Karen: Holiday’s 2A

Julie: Christmas Elements

Judi: Festive Season

Joanne: Autumn - Winter

My card is CAS. I embossed half of a white cs panel and popped it up. Used a MS Corner Punch on one corner. Stamped the beautiful tree trio and sponged in some bg color and added ultrafine glitter for a bit of snow. Added the Happy New Year sentiment and Basic Grey DP to the inside. Easy peasy! I think it is nice to receive New Year`s cards after the hustle and bustle of the holiday`s!! Hope you like my idea and have a fabulous day!

Please be sure to visit our Talented group of Creative Architects’ and become

inspired!

Kathy Tucker
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose

ISC Blog

Innovative Stamp Creations Release!! Saturday 10/23/10 Fall in New England!!

2010-10-23T02:06:00.002-04:00

Saturday 10/23/10

Day 3:

Fall in New England

As many of you know Betsy, owner of ISC, resides in New England and the inspiration for this Line was from her back yard! She says; “Fall in New England is truly gorgeous, especially further north of Manchester, New Hampshire. “

Thought this image on this fabriano notecard would be perfect for any man. Added a bit of gingham ribbon but that was truly the only embellishment other than the cute owl charm in the tree. Image stamped on Basic Grey DP and colored with Copic Markers. Added the word friend included in the release.

I used black textured cs for my base and gold for the accent panel and punched out dots. Once again I used Basic Grey DP and colored and shaded with Copic Markers and Distress Inks. The leaf was colored and cut out and is from yesterday`s Foliage release. Did some distressing and added the dewdrops. Hope you enjoyed today`s samples. Please come back tomorrow for more!

Please be sure to visit our Talented group of Creative Architects’ and become

inspired!

Kathy Tucker
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose

ISC Blog

Have a wonderful weekend!! Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!

Innovative Stamp Creations Release!! NEW!! Foliage 10/22/10

2010-10-22T00:01:00.002-04:00

Friday 10/22/10

Day 2:

Foliage

Do you agree, leaves are truly mesmerizing and breathtaking?! Take a look at the Inspirational image I used to create my design! Consider using earth-tone colors on this beautiful realistic image!

I stamped this beautiful image in Versamark and embossed with Judikins Rustique Tin Can EP. I then colored with Copic Markers and sponged in some bg color. Matted it and put it on an embossed card base. The thanks image is on the inside of the card. I added the twine and pumpkin charm.

This time I went very CAS. I started with a white base and popped up a white panel. I stamped the leaves and colored with Copic Markers and Distress Inks then cut them out. Stamped the word Journey and cut it out

and adhered. Basic Grey DP is on the inside of my card. I hope you enjoyed my samples today!

Please be sure to visit our Talented group of Creative Architects’ and become inspired.

Kathy Tucker
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose

ISC Blog

YUMMY! Banana Bread Recipe

2010-10-21T17:49:00.000-04:00

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas Which actually equals 5!!

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Lightly grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan. In large bowl combine flour, baking soda, and salt. In separate bowl cream together butter and brown sugar. Stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture just to moisten. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes until toothpick comes out clean. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire rack. Enjoy! This one won`t last long!!
I was reminded of my own bread recipe when I ran across this one on a blog...can`t remember which one! The only change from mine was the brown sugar rather than the white. YUM!

Innovative Stamp Creations New Stamp Release!!! Fall is Near

2010-10-21T00:02:00.003-04:00

Thursday 10/21/10

Day 1:

Fall is Near

Depending on where you live Fall may or may not be part of your season, yet, imagine all the possibilities with this lovely image. How about blending various mediums on your craft sheet and created a unique background? Fall is Near simply, allows your creativity to flow! Fall is Near, lovely as a card or consider putting it in a frame! With Christmas right around the corner, can be used as a manly gift for that special someone in your life!

I chose to do Emboss Resist with this image. I stamped in Versamark on glossy CS and used Clear Detail EP. I then sponged in my colors using sponges and Distress Inks. I added the word Serene (included on this sheet) and added it to a CS base and popped it up. The bg DP and the inside is from Prima. Added pearls and hand dyed seam binding for a bow. Could not have been easier!

Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day! Please be sure to stop by tomorrow through Sunday for more examples and wow stamps!

Please be sure to visit our Talented group of Creative Architects’ and become inspired!

Kathy Tucker
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose

ISC Blog

Innovative Stamp Creations Release ~ Fast Approaching!!

2010-10-19T01:12:00.001-04:00

Hi Peeps! I have not abandoned you. Life just sometimes throws us lemons. I have a few medical problems I will not bore you with but has made my crafting a bit more difficult. So I end up being slower ~ which I am having to adjust to like it or not!
Wanted to give you a heads up at what a fabulous release Innovative Stamp Creations will have for you this Thursday. Been working away on that so see you then!!
Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! 10/15 FRIDAY Snowman Country!!

2010-10-15T00:01:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP October Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added TWO MORE STAMP SETS!!!

We have 6 New Stamp Sets Released : Seasonal Poinsettias, Time to Chill, A Walk in the Woods, Greetings of the Season, Thankful for You, Snowman Country
For your convenience, all 6 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!

For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (October 16, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning!

Isn`t this the cutest snowman? My little guy is spreading Joy. :-) Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!!

Be sure to visit the following design team members blogs for our final day of this month`s blog hop and another chance at winning Blog Candy!!

Emily

Karen

Patty

Roxie

Vicki

Liz

Claudine

Dawn

Joanne T

Nicole

Marilynn

Peggysue

Susan

Judi (you are here!)

Connie

Mark`s Finest Papers

Fan Club Gallery!!!!!!!! Time Is Drawing Near!!!!

2010-10-14T22:49:00.000-04:00

Wow! I cannot believe another month has gone by since I became a dirty girl. The excitement is mounting to find out who the new girls are!! Lisa and Dawn can I just say how amazing you both are and how much you will be missed. If you are not a Fan Club member...this month would be a fabulous time to join!! Hugs, Judi :-)

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! 10/14 THURSDAY Thankful for You

2010-10-14T00:42:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP October Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added TWO MORE STAMP SETS!!!

And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

We have 6 New Stamp Sets Released today: Seasonal Poinsettias, Time to Chill, A Walk in the Woods, Greetings of the Season, Thankful for You, Snowman Country
For your convenience, all 6 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!

For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (October 16, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning!

Today my cards are on Mark`s Finest Papers Blog but I thought you may want to see them here as well.

An easy peasy card using this pretty Autumn set.

So why a Pink Thanksgiving you may ask? Well as you probably know by now its Breast Cancer Awareness month. And Splitcoast is doing a marvelous thing this year with a month full of challenges where we then donate the cards. Read about it here . I did this for the challenge ~ Pink Holidays.

Hope you enjoyed my samples. Below is a list of design team members just waiting for you to see their creations and by leaving a comment you can have a chance at winning blog candy.

I will be back tomorrow for the final day of this month`s blog hop!

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! 10/13 WEDNESDAY: A Walk in the Woods and Greetings of the Season

2010-10-13T01:25:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP October Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added TWO MORE STAMP SETS!!!

And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

10/13 WEDNESDAY: A Walk in the Woods and Greetings of the Season
I must say I love this stamp set...it is my favorite from this month`s release although they are all fabulous! I chose to do a CAS card. This truly was a 10 minute card. I let the gorgeous tree and powerful sentiment say it all. I stamped using 2 colors of Distress Ink, added twine and a sun charm, and used Basic Grey DP inside and on the envelope...all available from Mark`s Finest Papers .

This is another favorite set as I love watching the beautiful cardinals in our yard. I used another white panel on my card base and added the 3 panels of Basic Grey DP and popped it up. Added the dp to the envelope and inside the card. Cut out the bird using a Nestabilities Circle and colored with Copic Markers. I did add Spica Glitter Pen to the pinecones and leaves but the photo did not capture it. I hope you enjoy my samples and I thank you for looking! Please come back tomorrow for more!
Please be sure to check out all the design team members cards below...you truly won`t want to miss them!

Nancyruth
Lois
Vicky
Jeanne
Anne
Peggysue
Susan
Judi (you are here!)
Connie
Claudine
Dawn
Joanne T
Nicole
Marilynn
Mark`s Finest Papers

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!! Seasonal Poinsettias and Time to Chill

2010-10-12T00:02:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP October Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added TWO MORE STAMP SETS!!!

And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

10/12 TUESDAY: Seasonal Poinsettias and Time to Chill

I chose to do a CAS card using the beautiful poinsettia wreath. I added a flower and green rhinestones for the flower centers. Hope, Peace, and Love were added as well as Baker`s Twine. Basic Grey DP is on the inside and I used a MS Corner Punch and Snowflake Punch on the envelope.

My second card uses the deer from the Time to Chill stamp set which is colored with Prismacolor Pencils and Gamsol. The background was watercolored by me and I added Ultrafine Glitter to the snow. Distressed, matted in black, and popped it up. I love the old fashioned font of the Merry Christmas greeting. The deer on the envelope is a MS Punch. Inside the card is Basic Grey DP.

Versatile sets which can be easily adapted to anyone`s style whether it be CAS or elaborate!

Thanks for looking an have a wonderful day! Please stop back by tomorrow for more great sets!

Below is a list of talented design team members who you won`t want to miss!

Judi (you are here!)

CAS88 Challenge Card

2010-10-11T01:09:00.000-04:00

Hi! Today`s CAS challenge was to be inspired by the word crinkle. I thought of the crinkled stem and leaves on this paper pieced pumpkin I cased from a swap from long ago. The original is in a scrapbook of mine. Read about it here .
The sentiment is from a set from Mark`s Finest Papers called Thankful for You and will be released this Tuesday! Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day! Isn`t that crinkled pincone too funny? And yes..it is real!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!

UGH! Intermittent Internet Connection!!

2010-10-09T18:23:00.000-04:00

Hi All! Just a quick message to say I have been busy making projects and can`t wait to post some...including blog candy! We are working diligently to fix my problems. Computers are great...when they are working!! I will return as soon as I am able to. Keep your fingers crossed its sooner than later!! Hugs to all, Judi

BLOG CANDY POSTED LATER TODAY!!!!

2010-10-08T07:44:00.000-04:00

Finally! Another chance at some blog candy. So please be sure to check back later today. Working on some special projects today and hope to get some All Hope You Can Cling To Challenge cards going as well. Click on the pink Blinkie to the right to read about this great cause. Have a great day everyone!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MMTPT114 Teparty Challenge Card! 10/6

2010-10-06T11:46:00.000-04:00

Hi! Well its about time I returned to the teaparties!! I have just got back from vacation (where we received 24.5" of rain in 2 days! LOL) and had to do this card as it is going to a very brave man named Kyler who just happens to be Lisa Lara`s son! Please read about it here and send him a card if you have the time!No story from me other than to say a huge thank you to those serving this country of our`s! We so do appreciate each and everyone! Kudo`s to Kyler! YAY! Sending you and your mom hugs!
Thanks for looking at my CAS card! My sentiment is a sneak peek of a sentiment included in a stamp set called Thankful For You from Mark`s Finest Papers which will be released in October! I hope you have a beautiful day!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

New Blog Award~ Thank you Emily Keaton and Peggy Elms! Updated to include recipients!

2010-10-04T00:07:00.003-04:00

As I said I have just returned from vacation and have still not caught up with emails and blog posts. I did catch this lovely posting by Emily Keaton who is passing this lovely blog award to me!

Thanks again GF!! Please stop by her blog My Little Slice of Bliss . You won`t be disappointed! I will be passing this on to some other deserving bloggers tomorrow. Hugs to you Emily!!
Ok so the 7 people I am passing this award on to are:
1.Jojot aka Joanne who always inspires me with her delicious designs and piercing skills!
2.Lynne who is not only talented but has a heart of gold.
3.Gale who does beautiful work in different areas and is one of the sweetest people I know!
4.Charlene who does fabulous work and it is such a joy to visit her blog on a regular basis.
5.Emily who has a whimsical flair to her cards that always make me smile.
6.Wanda who does such gorgeous and unique cards...good place to go to get your mojo going!
7.Harriet who is the most giving person and beautiful blogger
I know!
Please pick up your awards ladies. Those who choose not to...no bad feelings here! I know it is not everyones thing. :-)
I am honored to receive this lovely award from you both Emily and Peggy!

I have also just discovered my dearest friend Peggy Elms has also passed this on to me!! YIPPEE! So please visit The Nutty Cardmaker .I know you will enjoy her blog as well.Thanks Peggy!!
Love you girls!! Sharing our blogs and discovering new ones is what this is all about. Will be sharing this one with others tomorrow as well. Nitey nite!!

Finally home after 24.5 " of RAIN!!!!!!!!!!

2010-10-03T23:33:00.000-04:00

Hi Peeps! Did anyone miss me? This past week I was gone on vacation with dh, my sister, and her significant other. We rented our favorite oceanfront house in Oak Island. The weather started out good but come Wednesday and Thursday we had a total of 24.5" of rain!! Can you believe it? All kinds of records were broken and we could not even get off the island for flooded roads!! It was amazing watching the winds, rain and high surf. So we actually only had 2 days that were complete wash outs. We still had a terrific time. We got to visit with our son and his wife as well so that was nice. And this year both our dogs got to go with us and they were little ladies the entire trip and so loved the beach!! So one more day visiting with my sister before they head home with a 14 hour drive back to Massachusetts. Then I will be back in my craft room creating my heart out. YAY! I think its always good to take a break from hobbies even those we love so much! Gives us a new perspective. So I will return sometime on Tuesday in between doing loads of laundry and straightening out. I have truly missed each and every one of you!! And it is time for some Blog Candy this week to celebrate my number of posts, being a dirty girl, and bringing much needed rainfall to the coast!! LOL So please be on the lookout! I have some pretty cool things to give away!!
Have a great week and I will see you all soon!!
Hugs, Judi :-)

Innovative Stamp Creations! Release Day 4! Vintage Artist Box! 9/26

2010-09-26T00:01:00.001-04:00

Sun 9/26

Release Day 4

What inspires you?

Vintage Artist Box

Ever wonder why it is you stamp? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments section! For doing so, your name may be chosen and you might win a FREE Vintage Artist box sheet, compliments of ISC! A winner will be chosen on Fri 10/1 and will be posted on the ISC blog. Now back to what inspires you?! What motivates you when you stamp? Who inspires you? What are your fave images to create with?

Remember to let me know your thoughts in the comments section!

Think of the Vintage Artist Box line as your Art-Mural! Once your piece is finished you can showcase it somewhere in your Studio or Art area! Consider the following themes when working on your Art Mural: butterflies, eclectic, faces of women, travel, flowers, vintage and many more.

This project turned out to be so much fun! I again used Tim Holtz Grungeboard. I stamped the Artist Box stamp and sandwiched dp in between using another solid layer of grungeboard on the back. I cut out random sections with a craft knife and the board cuts like butter! There are so many possibilities using this set!! Give it a try! Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Below is a list of Creative Architects I know you will want to visit!

Kathy Tucker
Joanne Grzelak
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose (you are here)

ISC Blog

Innovative Stamp Creations! Release Day 3! Nesting! 9/25

2010-09-25T00:01:00.005-04:00

Sat 9/25

Release Day 3

Nesting!

This line is simply exquisite, these images are ideal for those special occasions such as a new neighbor, a friend who is moving, to a new baby and how about a friend in need! Nowadays many of the stamps on this line are quite trendy and versatile, that you are able to create a very simple card to even an altered art item!

I did a CAS card pairing the Est.2010 and Welcome stamp with the eggs. How cute is that? The card is also scored but hard to see in the photo. Inside is Basic Grey DP.

On this fun tag I used the birdhouse, nest, sunflower, and butterfly stamp using Tim Holtz Grungeboard and cutting my pieces out. I colored with markers and prismacolor pencils. I hope you like it! Thanks for looking and have a great day! Please be sure to check out the links below to be inspired!

Kathy Tucker
Joanne Grzelak
Julie Warner
Karen Dunbrook
Judi Rose (you are here)

ISC Blog

Innovative Stamp Creations 9/24 Release Day 2 ~ Let it Flourish!

2010-09-24T00:00:00.000-04:00

Fri 9/24

Release Day 2

Let It Flourish!

Background Series: Flourish

Do you enjoy background stamps? Don’t they add such depth to your card? What’s unique about the variety of background series by ISC is that many come with a few sayings! The background Flourish sheet has a lovely Tag/Label that is ideal for that final touch on your project!

I chose to use this fun stamp on its own rather than as a background. Just sponged some wild and happy colors on using Distress Inks.Stamped the word smile on my tag, pinned it on with a Tim Holtz safety pin, and added a flower and a strip of ruffled ribbon as a bottom border. Used cs on the inside and punched one corner with a MS Corner Punch and stamped the flourish on my envelope. Hope you like it!
Below is a list of the Creative Architects where I am sure you will be inspired! Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

1.Kathy Tucker
2.Joanne Grzelak
3.Julie Warner
4.Karen Dunbrook
5.Judi Rose (you are here)
6.ISC Blog

Innovative Stamp Creations! Release Day 1! Edges 9/23

2010-09-23T00:00:00.000-04:00

Thurs 9/23

Release Day 1

A touch of Dimension!

Dimensional Elements: Edges

The images on this line are truly unique they will accent your card or altered notebook and so much more! Think of these stamps as a diecut or punch! You can create a quick card to more elaborate creations! GO with the flow and have fun! Some of the images on this line: scallop, distressed paper, vintage script, triangle, zig-zag edge and a small label.

I used Distress Inks on this easy card using all the elements in this stamp set except the scallop border. Difficult to see in the pic but used twine for my dream banner ~ These are so popular right now!

My second card uses the script background stamp overstamped with the hollyhocks stamp from Innovative Stamp Creation `s last release. I added a bit of bling using Diamond Glaze and Glass Shards and added some vintage lace trim.
Please be sure to check out the other Creative Architect`s projects to get you inspired!

1.Kathy Tucker
2.Joanne Grzelak
3.Julie Warner
4.Karen Dunbrook
5.Judi Rose (you are here!)
6.ISC Blog

CAS Challenge Card 9/20

2010-09-20T02:45:00.000-04:00

Hi! This is the card I did for today`s CAS challenge ~ To use fall colors including Kraft, Cream Red, and Brown with Orange as optional. My watercolored leaf is primarily red with a tinge of orange to one side. I kept this minimal not only because it was CAS but because it is for my dear dh who has put up with me these past weeks. He has pitched in on so many things so I could spend time in the craft room. This is a thank you card and a way to let him know he still means the world to me. :-) I hope you like it and thanks for taking the time to peek at it!
Supplies ~ PTI Kraft, Cream, and Brown CS. Basic Grey DP Inside. Xyron, Zutter Chomper, Corner Rounder, Watercolors,Dry Brushing, Twine, Only Stamp Used Sentiment Stamp from PTI,Mat and Piercing Tool, Tim Holtz Ruler
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

4 Challenge Card! 9/16

2010-09-16T15:04:00.000-04:00

Hi! This card I did today is for 4 challenges! First it is for today`s Way to Use It challenge brought to us by Julia. Today is Ransom Style .The second challenge is the Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #71 . The third is Flutter By Wednesday #122 . We were to use buttons. I used several and also used one on my butterfly. :-) The fourth and certainly not least is a wonderful idea Cathy came up with to name Anne Ryan Queen for A Day since she was gone on an unexpected trip to Florida for family.
QFTDAR You remain in my thoughts and prayers dear friend. Have a safe trip back! This card is not a case of any particular card of hers but rather a card in honor of her. The card says Live and Anne certainly does!! Love you lady!! Thanks for looking and have a fabulous day!
Cardstock is Kraft PTI. All other supplies are from Frost It Pink.
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

REVEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am a DIRTY GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9/15

2010-09-15T01:00:00.000-04:00

Hi All! Sorry for squealing but I just can`t help myself! This is the BIG news I had to keep quiet for way too long! Now that was difficult. I am overwhelmed, thankful, and so excited!! I hope you like the projects we have for you this month. I think the gallery is totally awesome! Please be sure to check them out in the Fan Club Gallery. And if you are not a member what a great time to join!! I still can`t believe I was chosen. And I got to get down and dirty in the dirt pile with Chupa who everyone knows and loves. I am appreciative of being among so many talented stampers.

I have to thank all of you who take the time to visit and leave comments. That is what keeps me going. Some of you may or may not know that when my mom died 2.5 years ago I turned to Splitcoast. And the daily challenges were just what I needed! Making cards for others rather than feeling sorry for myself. I admit it is still difficult and I still have some bad days. But you all have helped me sooo much. I appreciate you more than you know.
Hugs Always, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!! I have to acknowledge you. Don`t know what I would do without you. And we just know...mom is smiling down from heaven at us both. Love ya!!!!!!!!!

CAS Challenge! 9/13

2010-09-13T15:54:00.000-04:00

Hi! This is the card I did for today`s CAS challenge. We were to be inspired by this fabulous balloon wreath! CAS84 Challenge

I thought this Penny Black image of Mimi & Her Balloons would be appropriate. And besides...she`s just too cute! I colored her with Prismacolor Pencils and Goo Gone! Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Blog candy coming up for a special day!!
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Peeps!!!!!!!!!!

2010-09-12T23:21:00.000-04:00

Hi All! Quick post to let you know I have not abandoned you! Good things a coming...I`m just saying!! Stay tuned!!
Hugs, Judi
Hi Sis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mark`s Finest Papers BLOG HOP!! Day 4!! 9/10 Thankful Mums & Pumpkins!

2010-09-10T00:00:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP September Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added two new DT members and have shortened link lists!

We have 4 New Stamp Sets Released today: Autumn Fun, Broom Rides, Stinky Situation, and Thankful Mums and Pumpkins. For your convenience, all 4 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!

For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (September 11, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning!

9/10 FRIDAY Thankful Mums & Pumpkins

I went CAS once again. I stamped and colored the pumpkins with Prismacolor Pencils and Gamsol. The inside and envelope is decorated with Basic Grey Mellow DP. Thanks for looking and have a great day!
Below is a list of today`s blogs you won`t want to miss! Please be sure to leave a comment at each for a chance at a new stamp set!!
Emily
Karen
Patty
Roxie
Vicki
Liz
Claudine
Dawn
Joanne T
Nicole
Marilynn
Debbie
Peggysue
Susan
Judi (you are here!)
Connie
Mark`s Finest Papers

Mark`s Finest Papers BLOG HOP!! Day 3! 9/9 Stinky Situation!

2010-09-09T00:00:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the MFP September Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added two new DT members and have shortened link lists! And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

We have 4 New Stamp Sets Released today: Autumn Fun, Broom Rides, Stinky Situation, and Thankful Mums and Pumpkins. For your convenience, all 4 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!

For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (September 11, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning!

9/9 THURSDAY Stinky Situation

Ok..so today I wanted my card to be all about these gorgeous Birch Trees. I thought this would be a great masculine card but I think it is gender friendly. I embossed using Detailed Black Embossing Powder, matted with black and tore the bottom edge, and popped the panel up. Did a bit of piercing and added black Candy Dots. Used my new favorite DP from Basic Grey inside and on the envelope. Hope you like it!
Below is today`s line up!

Nancyruth
Lois
Vicky
Jeanne
Anne
Emily
Karen
Patty
Roxie
Vicki
Liz
Claudine
Dawn
Joanne T
Nicole
Marilynn
Mark`s Finest Papers

Mark`s Finest Papers Blog Hop!!! 9/8 Broom Rides!!!

2010-09-08T01:34:00.001-04:00

Welcome to the MFP September Blog Hop! This month, we’ve added two new DT members and have shortened link lists! And…LOOK for a NEW LINK LIST TOMORROW!!!

We have 4 New Stamp Sets Released today: Autumn Fun, Broom Rides, Stinky Situation, and Thankful Mums and Pumpkins. For your convenience, all 4 stamp sets are available for purchase TODAY!
For your chance to win BLOG CANDY, (a set that will be released NEXT month), visit and comment on each of the following design team members' blogs TODAY. On Saturday, (September 11, 2010), a winner will be chosen from those participants who visited all the blogs listed for today. (There will be four different winners, one winner for each day of the blog hop. You DO NOT have to comment every day. However, the more days you comment, the more chances you have to win!) If you miss a day, you can go back and comment on each day's blogs, as the winners will be chosen Saturday morning!

9/ 8 WEDNESDAY BROOM RIDES

What I love about this fun stamp set is that no matter what your style is they just work! This is a fun set and would be fabulous to be used with children, grandchildren, or even classes! I kept my cards CAS and the treat bag is simply a 12" length of cardstock scored and folded at intervals with an opening cut out. The sides are open because you use cellophane bags for your treats! Easy peasy! I hope you enjoyed my projects today and will participate by commenting for the chance at winning a stamp set!!
Below is the list of talented design team members! Please be sure to check them all out!!

Nancyruth
Lois
Vicky
Jeanne
Anne
Debbie
Peggysue
Susan
Judi (you are here!)
Connie
Claudine
Dawn
Joanne T
Nicole
Marilynn
Mark`s Finest Papers