Hand Stamped By Lacey

ABC Christmas Challenge: L for Someone you Love (plus color)

Hello stamping friends!!

Today is the last day of school. It's early dismissal. In fact, they only have school for 2 hours today ?!! What?! Why bother with only 2 hours? I guess they "have" to have school today, but it's such a waste of time. 

We have a VERY busy summer scheduled. In fact, I will be out of town again this weekend - this time with the whole family. We are leaving Friday morning to drive to Tennessee for my in-law's 50th Wedding Anniversary party. We will get to spend the weekend with Scott's family (his sister and brother will also be there with all of the cousins). Then we will drive home on Monday. 

Next week I have 2 out of town guests coming for a visit. Needless to say, it will be crazy trying to get orders packaged up, placing restock orders, and keeping up with DT work...all while the kids are home and under-foot (aka fighting with each other and getting in my way)!!

Therefore, don't be surprised if my posts are short and sweet. I have already gotten a little ahead with some of my DT work so at least that's a little bit of a relief for me.

I am hoping to be able to pick the winner of my vacation candy today. As well as catch up with other work and post pictures from my St. Lucia trip.

In the mean time, it's time for a new ABC Christmas Challenge.

We are now on "L" so our challenge is: Love (make a card for someone you love) with an added color challenge...

You MUST use the color challenge to be entered into the sponsor's prize.

Speaking of sponsor, we have two this challenge!! Our sponsors are:

Make sure to check out the Challenge Blog to find out details of the prizes.

Here is my card... 

I used an image from one of our precious sponsors. I thought it was Digital Delights, but I can't find it on the website.

The paper is from my stash. I added a silver corner, some silver elastic string, and some little bells. The sentiment is from Whimsy Stamps. And the sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

Now it's your turn!! Let's see your Christmas cards for someone you LOVE with Red, Green, and Silver.

Thanks for stopping by!! Happy stamping!

~Lacey

Stamp and Create, Magical Monday & High Hopes Challenges

I have lots of challenges and pictures to share today. Half of this post is late and should have posted yesterday.

It was a very busy weekend for my family and I didn't get the chance to finish my Magical Monday/Stamp and Create card or put the Stamp and Create Product Spotlight images on sale over the weekend. Then on Sunday, Ryan fell off a rope swing at a friend's house and went flying into a fence. By the evening his arm was swollen and black and blue under his elbow. We put ice on it and kept an eye on it, but Monday morning it was still swollen so we took him to the doctor. Luckily it is only a bad bruise - no fractures. 

Then after bringing Ryan to school after his doctor's appointment yesterday, my husband came home feverish and achy. He locked himself in our guest room and slept most of the day. This morning he went to the doctor and he has a bad case of Strep Throat!! I REALLY hope that doesn't go around the house!!

Anyway, between all of that, I got a bit behind. 

So today I have 2 cards to share for a few challenges. 

First up is the Magical Monday Challenge - a sketch by Heidi

We are being sponsored this week by All That Scraps with a $15 Gift Certificate.

Remember you MUST use a "Magical Character" on your card to be entered into the drawing for the prize. 

My card is also for the Stamp and Create Challenge and Product Spotlight.

The Product Spotlight is:

Fairy Tales (Princesses/Knights/Story book Characters)

All images in the Fairy Tales Category is on sale 25% off through Sunday.

The new Stamp and Create Monthly Challenge is:

Charms or Crowns

Here is my card for these challenges...

I used the very Royal Sitting Princess by High Hopes and the Very Magical Unicorn also by High Hopes.

I used one of the new  Her Majesty Resin Embellishments by Melissa Francis, Lilac Avenue DP by Kaisercraft, Prima Lilyput Roses, Mini Roses (Light Green), CC Cutters Banner Die (also available at All That Scraps), Once Upon a Time Sentiment (High Hopes), and pearls.

My next card is for the High Hopes Challenge: Anything High Hopes Goes!

You can use any High Hopes image for this challenge.

Ryan had a "Camp-Out" themed sleep-over birthday party on Saturday night so I created this card for the birthday boy... 

This is Smore Dragon by High Hopes along with Blazin' Birthday sentiment.

The papers are Campfire by October Afternoon (perfect for this image) and the sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

Now since it was a "boys only" party, Ansley was feeling left out. So we decided to create our own little "tent" over the game room TV and have a little Camp-out movie night!! So here are some pictures of our little "girls only" campout (Which is also a little peek at our upstairs game room/loft)... 

My husband taped a sheet from the top of the old entertainment center to the backs of some high-back chairs. Please excuse the surrounding mess - this is one of those rooms that hasn't been organized after the move. The door that's closed in the back left is my stamping room. The open door is Ansley's Bathroom. I'm standing in front of Ansley's Bedroom door and the hallway to Ryan's and my room. 

And here is Ansley under the "tent" with Princess and a spot just for Mommy... 

 
We ate popcorn, left over Easter chocolate, and watched "The Sword in the Stone" Disney movie. It was a fun night!

Make sure to check out the rest of the Magical Monday, Stamp and Create, and High Hopes DT cards!!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge: use a punch or a die

Hello stamping friends!!

So who watched the Royal Wedding on TV? Anyone actually go there in person?

It's a busy day for me. I'm planning on waking up early to watch the wedding, get the kids to the bus stop, watch more of the wedding (hehe), then I am meeting up with Ansley's class at the movies for a fiend trip - they're going to see Disney's African Cats.

Ok, now it's time for another Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge...

This week we are hosted by Tracy who's challenge is: Use a punch or die cut.

Here's my card... 

I used the fun stamp Shoot the Puck. 

The papers is the new Campfire by October Afternoon. I also used some Nestabilities Stars and Banner Die.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week.

I'm also entering this in the following challenges:

4 Crafty Chicks: Distressing

Cute Card Thursday: Use any sketch

Delightful Challenges: Distressing

Little Miss Muffet Challenge: die cuts and punches

Outlawz POM (no alcohol inks): Anything Goes (image colored with Twinkling H2Os)

Pixie Dust Studio: Let's Play (sports image)

Stamp n Doodle: Masculine

Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge: Color Challenge

Hello stamping friends!

So Ansley made it through FCAT testing this week. FCAT is a Florida State skills-assessment test that all kids 3rd grad and up have to take. It's a lot of pressure for the little ones. But she made it through her first FCAT and she can relax a little today at school!

I'm still trying to get into a new routine and trying to deal with the finishing touches of having a new house. My stamping room/store room is a total mess still. I'm trying to figure out a new storage system for the store supplies. But between taxes, orders, kids and "life", I don't seem to get much accomplished lately!! But eventually I will get it done! 

I also have received a few more cards for Luke that I haven't had the chance to post yet. Nor have I been able to go visit Luke and his family. It's just been non-stop since we moved. 

Now on to today's challenge...

This week's new Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge is:

a Color Challenge

Here's my card...

I used the soft colors found in the Basic Grey Cappella DP and used Easter Blessings (designed after my kids) to create a Birthday card for my niece. I wanted an image with both of my kids to send to her. I know the kids miss her and I'm sure she misses them, too. 

I used the sketch from Sketch Saturday. 

Now it's your turn!! The challenge is open for two weeks.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy stamping!

~Lacey

 

High Hopes Challenge: Girl's Birthday

Hello stamping friends!!

So yesterday was a school/bank/postal holiday so the kids were home from school. Since we are moving in only 2 1/2 weeks, we thought we would do another "South Florida" thing. We went to Butterfly World again!! We love it!! It's a little expensive, but well worth it.

Now it's time for the new High Hopes Challenge. 

This week's challenge is being hosted by Debby and her challenge is: Girl's Birthday

I used one of the new images called Kitty's Flutter Friend...

I used the sketch from Sketch Saturday this week - I love it!!

The papers are Basic Grey Lemonade DP.  

Make sure to check out the rest of the awesome DT samples!!

I'll be back tomorrow with some of the cards for Luke. I'm sorry I'm late with that. My husband has been out of town since Thursday, so having Mommy AND Daddy duty for 5 days straight has limited my ability to get "other" things done!!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge - Birthday

Hello stamping friends!!

Well I hate to say that there is a chance I have caught a little cold. Hopefully it's a little cold!! I started to feel a little ucky sunday morning...but blamed it on all of the "food and wine" at the Epcot's Food and Wine festival. But today I felt achy and feel a little sore throat and tightness in my chest. Bummer! Hopefully this is a 24-hour bug because I have a busy week this week!!

The kids have Halloween parties at school (which means I'll be fixing Ryan's Halloween costume today since it's too big) and they have early dismissal on Thursday and no school on friday. I have a few doctor's appointments. But I am hoping to take the kids to a pumpkin patch on friday to get our annual pumpkin patch photos!!

Well, today it's time for a new High Hopes Challenge!!

This week is Jeanne's birthday...and since she's hosting the challenge this week...

This week's challenge is: Birthday!!

Just remember you must use a High Hopes image on your card if you would like to be entered into the drawing for the 3 free stamps!! 

I carry a wide range of High Hopes stamps in my store.

I found this awesome ruffle yarn at Michaels the other day and HAD to use it on a card for my niece's birthday. So I colored up the sweet Angel Bear with Kitty for a fun (and PINK) card!! LOL I hope she likes it!!

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week. The patterned paper is Cosmo Cricket Delovely.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Here's a fancy angle of the card....can you see the awesome fringe from the yarn? I plastered the bottom half of the card with Scor-Tape and added MANY layers of yarn to create the fringe look... 

Now it's your turn! Grab your favorite High Hopes image and come play along!!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy stamping!!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge - Red & Green

Hello stamping friends! 

I hope you week has started off well! I have a busy day today with making the run to the post office for the store that I couldn't do yesterday due to the Postal Holiday. Then I have a meeting "reading night" at school with both kids! And Ryan's birthday party is Friday night so I have a lot to do to get ready for that.

Well, now it's time for another High Hopes Challenge!!

This week we are hosted by Cathy and her challenge is: Red & Green

It doesn't have to be a Christmas card, just use red and green on your card, layout, or project. 

Just remember, you must use a High Hopes image to be entered into the drawing for 3 free High Hopes stamps. 

Here is my card...

This is Snowy Holding Sign. Isn't he cute?! I like him so much better in color than when he was just in black and white!! I really like him now! :-) 

The papers are kaisercraft Be Merry DP. I also used some Kaisercraft red rhinestones and punched snowflakes. 

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

Snowy was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

This is also for the Cute Card Thursday Challenge: Make your own (I made handmade snowflake embellishments).
So now it's your turn!! Let's see your Red & Green creations!! 

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

Wags 'n Whiskers Early Sneak Peek for Stamp and Create and Magical monday Challenges

I have an exciting card to show today!! It's for a few challenges, so lets just get straight to it since I have a busy week ahead of me!!

It's time for a new Stamp and Create Monthly challenge. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our challenge is: Pink for Breast Cancer or a card of encouragement!

So you can either use Pink on your card, or just make a "thinking of you" type of card.

The prize a $25.00 gift certificate!

My neighbor is battling Breast Cancer...and she seems to be winning (which is a great thing). But it is still a LONG road. So far she had chemo with a trial drug, a double mastectomy, and Wednesday is her last day of radiation. Since she tested positive for the BRAC gene, she is having a full hysterectomy in November (to prevent Ovarian Cancer), followed by reconstructive surgery. She is so exhausted, but she's only half way done with two more surgeries to go!

So if anyone would like to make a card for her, I know she would appreciate it. Her name is Barbara. Email me at LaceySolIving@bellsouth.net and I will give you my address (I will hold on to them and give them to her).

It's also time for a new Magical Monday Challenge as well.

The challenge for the next two weeks is: Back to Nature!

This is basically any "Magical" image that features something in nature: birds, trees, flowers, etc...

Just remember that it must be a "Magical Creature" to qualify for the sponsor's prize.  

We are sponsored by Wild Orchids Crafts!! Check out this prize...

Lastly, the Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create this week is: Fairies and Angels!

All fairies and angels are on sale for 25% off!! This will exclude the new Wags 'n Whiskers release on friday.

And speaking of Wags 'n Whiskers, this card is actually an early Sneak Peek of our new release!!!

This is Iris! Isn't she gorgeous?!

I knew this image would be perfect for both the Pink for Breast Cancer and Back to Nature challenges.  

The paper is Basic Grey Porcelain. The sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

I also added some Basic Grey pearls, Prima Lilyput and fairytale roses, pink ribbon, lace, and Basic Grey button.

The computer was generated on the computer.

Iris was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os... 

 

So now it's your turn...

Stamp and Create challenge: Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness or Encouraging card and

Magical Monday: Back to Nature

We hope you can play along with our challenges!!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge- In the Country

Hello stamping friends!! Welcome back! 

So, my woes continue...the store website went down AGAIN yesterday! The server did an upgrade that interrupted service for about an hour. Then afterward I received a couple people email me saying they couldn't log in to place an order. Very frustrating. 

To make it all worse, I wanted to do a layout for today's challenge and sent the photos to the wrong printer. THEN I left my credit card at one of the stores!!

Needless to say, my day didn't go as planned! And today I am heading back to Miami to help my take my neighbor to her radiation treatment. So keep us in your prayers for a safe drive and healing for her!

Ok, it's time for another High Hopes Challenge. This week's challenge is hosted by Sirpa and her challenge is: In the Country

One lucky participant will win a High Hopes stamp (see challenge post for details). But you must use a High Hopes stamp to qualify for the prize drawing.

Here's my take on the challenge...

I am sorry about the poor photos. As part of my computer woes, my camera is not compatible with my laptop so I have to download pictures to my husband's computer, safe it on a thumb drive, then transfer it to mine. Anyway, I didn't finish my layout until it was too dark so I had to take it with a flash. And I can't take a picture tomorrow with natural light since my husband will be at work (with his computer) by the time there is enough light for a good photo. I will try to edit this post when I get a better photo.

The sketch is from Sketch 218 from Scrapbook Challenges.

Anyway, this is the left side...

 

Isn't that the most adorable picture of Ryan to the right?

And the right side...

And look at my beautiful Princess!! 

The papers are MME Bloom and Grow (LOVE those papers and I still have a TON of them left), a MS punch, Prima swirls (cut in half to use on both sides), Pom Pom Ribbon, Thickers Glitter chipboard stickers, Calendar tag, and Black Silk Ribbon with Bow Easy.

I used the adorable Harvest Mice by Laurie Furnell. It was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os..

Now it's your turn!! Let see your "Country" card, layout, or project!! Make sure to link to the challenge post to be entered into the drawing for the free stamp!!

I'll back back tomorrow with my ABC Christmas Challenge project!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey
 
 

ABC Christmas Challenge DT - S is for Santa

Hello stamping friends!! Well it's time for another ABC Christmas Challenge. Gosh, I am just in love with doing Christmas cards right now. There are so many wonderful Christmas stamps available out in the stamping world! Many new ones and some old classics.

If it's new or old, there's one thing that's true...Santa rules this time of the year!! I love that I can now start reminding my kids that Santa's watching!! LOL

So, today's challenge is: S is for Santa with Extra "not-red"!!

Wow, that "non-red" challenge really got a few of us on the DT!! Then I remembered, I had the PERFECT image for a non-red Santa!!...

This is Skiing Santa from High Hopes Rubber stamps. I have him on order with High Hopes, but since they are dealing with the new release from last week, I don't expect my order in for a few weeks. But if you are interested in this stamp, shoot me an email at laceysoliving@bellsouth.net and I can put one aside for you and let you know when it arrives.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week. I used a die-cut sticker from the Basic Grey Oliver 12x12 paper pack  for the decorative element and background paper. I also used some pearls, wrinkle ribbon, fairytale Primas and Mini Primas.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

I added stickles to his hat and water. Just check out those hairy legs!! LOL

Now it's your turn!! Let's see those Santas!! And if you can make him not red, even better (but not required for the challenge). You have two weeks to enter the challenge.

Make sure to check out the rest of the awesome ABC Christmas DT samples as well (links in the sidebar)!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey  

Stamp and Create Product Spotlight & High Hopes Challenge

Hello stamping friends! I hope you had a lovely weekend! Ours was crazy.

My hubby is still sick so I've have double-time mommy duty! He's feeling better, but since he thinks he has strep throat, I really don't want him helping with the kids too much...we don't need to get sick the week before school starts!! 

This morning I took the kids to church then took Ansley to Walmart, Target, and the Mall trying to finish looking for school supplies (mainly a backpack, shoes, and a uniform sweater). They have every size available...except hers!! It was 'Tax-free" weekend here in Florida which meant that all school supplies and clothes were not charged sales tax. In South Florida, that meant an additional savings of 6% on top of the back to school sales. But that also meant that the stores were PACKED!! Needless to say, I am pooped!! And I have vowed to never go out again on tax-free weekend!! LOL

Anyway, sorry this post is late. I actually waited a little to post it so I can combine it with something else!!

Today is the new High Hopes Challenge with the theme: Water! That can be ANY type of water or water animals (think ocean, beach, rain, bubbles, etc...).

I also have a preview of the new Stamp and Create Product Spotlight. Beginning now, all High Hopes Stamps designed by Dustin Pike will be on sale this week 25% off! Actually, this will run for 2 weeks.

So to cover both the product spotlight and the High Hopes water challenge, I used Wade on my card today...

This image just cracks me up! I love it!! It may be one of my favorites from this release.

I used some SU Kraft card base along with some older Cosmo Cricket DP. Then I added some Basic Grey buttons, Prima Fairytale and Mini roses, and the sentiment from Ticketed by Stampology.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week.

I embossed the image in black onto watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

I'm also entering this into the ABC Challenge: A is for August 

and this also qualifies for the Stamp and Create Challenge: Flowers!

Now it's your turn! Let's pull out any water themed High Hopes image and get stamping!! Make sure to load it to thechallenge post in order to be entered into the drawing for the free High Hopes stamp.

And don't forget to check out the rest of the awesome DT samples, too!!

I have a busy week this week with the upcoming Wags 'n Whiskers release on friday - with sneak peeks starting on Wednesday. And speaking of releases, there will be a new High Hopes release on September 1st. I have received my DT stamp and my store stamps are being pressed right now! I can't wait to get started on the new samples!! 

But this is also the kids last week of Summer Break. So in between school orientation and trips to the post office with the store orders, we will try to take advantage of the last few days together and head to the beach and other fun summer activities!! I promise that I will be pooped by the end of the week!! 

Thanks for stopping by today! Happy stamping!

~Lacey

Magical Monday and The Greeting Farm Product Spotlight

Hello stamping friends! Happy Monday to you!

Yep, it's Monday again, so that means two things...a new Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create AND it's time for a new Magical Monday Challenge!!

I have combined both features into one card today.

The Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create is: The Greeting Farm Stamps!

All TGF stamps instock are on sale through Sunday for 25% off!

The challenge at Magical Mondays is: Pink and White

This week's sponsor is Lili of the Valley

I had fun creating this card today...

This is Angel Anya from The Greeting Farm Stamps.

I also used some Basic Grey Bitter Sweet DP, Kaisercraft Snow Pearls, Stardust Stickles on the wings, hair bow, and halo, new May Arts Wrinkled Ribbon, and new On the Edge clear stamp from Stampology (I love the look of these stamps creating the border).

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week...

I'm also entering this into the following challenges:

Cute Card Thursday Challenge: Whateva

Flutterby Wednesday: Your favorite color (Pink) - must use a Fairy, Angel, or Butterfly

Stamp Something Challenge: Photo inspiration (I chose the pink, red, and white on the cake).

Anya was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Here's a close up of the new May Arts Wrinkle ribbon...

Now it's your turn! The Magical Monday challenge will be open for 2 weeks. You can use any stamp that has a "Magical Creature" like Faries, Angels, Mermaids, Dragons, etc...We would love to have you play along!

I added a lot of new items in the store over the weekend. Make sure to check out the *New* section in the store, plus the store blog has some new items listed as well as the awesome samples from the Stamp and Create DT.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy stamping!

PS I haven't forgotten about my 200,000 hit blog candy. I've just been busy catching up from my vacation last week and need some time to get everything together and take a picture.

~Lacey

Stamp and Create Challenge and Product Spotlight - Sweet Pea

Wow! It's been a crazy day! It's already night time and I am just not posting this! That's what I get for going out of town, huh?!

Anyway, it's time for both a new Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create and a new Monthly Challenge!! 

This week's product spotlight is Sweet Pea Stamps. For the next week, all Sweet Pea Stamps are on sale 25% off! And the great news (well great for you), I was up until 1am last night adding over 40 new stamps to the store!! 

And the new Monthly Challenge at the Stamp and Create Blog is: Flowers!!

That can be anything from an image with a flower, an image of a flower, flower patterned paper, or just add flowers to your card, project, or layout!

The only rule is that you must use a new project - no back linking, please. You can also enter the challenge up to once a week!

One lucky participant will win a $20 gift certificate to Stamp and Create! The challenge is open until noon EST Sunday, September 5th.

Here's my card...

This is Little Black Unicorn (although he's white here)! I used some Basic Grey Oliver DP, fairytale roses and mini roses. I also used some new pink crinkle ribbon from May Arts (will be added to the store soon), and the Bow Easy.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week. This card is also good for the new Magical Monday Challenge - Glitter!

The image was embossed in black onto watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2OS...

Here's the new crinkle ribbon...

 

So now it's your turn!! Let's see those projects with flowers!! I can't wait to see them!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge DT - Seeing Stars

Happy weekend!!  Did you have a fun weekend so far? We had a great saturday. The kids went in the pool for a little, we watched the US soccer game :-( (Sorry about the US loss), we played games and watch some new Nickelodean shows (my kids love iCarly, Big Time Rush, Victorious, and True Jackson). And I also got some crafting done! :-)

Today we are supposed to head to church in the morning and then head to the beach!!  

But first, I have the High Hopes Challenge for you today! In honor of the 4th of July holiday next week, our challenge is: Seeing Stars!! Let's see some stars on your card!!

Remember, in order to be entered into the drawing for the free stamp, you must use a High Hopes image!! And with all of the new images that were released a few weeks ago, that shouldn't be too hard!!

Here's my card...

Isn't this bear so cute?! This is Sleepy Time Night Bear from Melissa Jenkins from the newest release! 

I used some K&Company DP that I've had for ages mixed with the Sketch Saturday layout from this week.

This sweetie was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

 
 
 Now it's your turn! Let's see those stars!! :-)

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

Wags 'n Whiskers Let's Party Blog Hop and Release!!

Let's PARTY!!!! Whoo Hoo!! It's time for the Wags 'n Whiskers Blog Hop!! 

This month we have 8 fun and whimsical images from our newest illustrator Emma Metcalf. She has created the best images for birthday cards or invitations. They are so much fun to color!!

The images will be available as digis and a limited amount of rubber stamps. At 7:00am EST, the stamps will be available for purchase or download.

You should have arrived on the hop from Mag. If you didn't, you may want to start at the top at the Wags 'n Whiskers Blog. Make sure to leave comments along the way...because 4 blogs have blog candy!! But you won't know where...so leave a comment just in case!! 

Here is my card using the fun "Millie with Cupcake"...

Millie just makes me happy!! I love her sweet innocence...so perfect for a girl's birthday card or invitation.

I used some Christmas Carnival DP from Kaiser Craft, Tim Holtz word sticks, prima trellis rose and mini roses. I also added some pearls.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week.

Millie was printed on watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Now it's time to hop on to the next stop which is...Chris!!

Make sure to leave a comment...just in case I have candy :-)

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey
   

ABC Christmas Challenge BLOG HOP!!

 
Hi there Stamping friends!!

It's time for another ABC Christmas Challenge!! But to celebrate the almost half-way mark to the Christmas countdown...we are having a blog hop!!

If you started at here, you may want to start at the top at the ABC Christmas Challenge Blog!! Because...shhh...it's a secret...there is candy along the way!! BUT you won't know where!! In order to enter the drawing for the individual candies, you must:

1. Answer my question by leaving a comment (don't worry, there's no right or wrong answer) and

2. Participate in our challenge!!

What is the challenge? M is for Mistletoe(or flip it to get w is for wine) with bonus...stitching!! That could be machine sewing, hand sewing, or faux or fack sewing.

And guess what?! My store is the sponsor this week!! Therefore, in addition to being entering into the drawing for the individual blog candies (if you leave a comment), if you enter in the challenge, you also have the change to win a $25 gift certificate to Stamp and Create!!

 
  
Now...here's my card...
This cute pair is called Mooshie Steals a Kiss from High Hopes Rubber Stamps (did you hear about the awesome news? No? Make sure to check back later about ANOTHER release from High Hopes on Friday!!). The mistletoe is a separate stamp.

I used some Cosmo Cricket DP, Lace, and embriodery floss. Yes, my sewing is "hand sewing" since my 5 year old son kicked my sewing machine off my desk!! It's not working so great...and it put a nice mark on the wood floors!! Grrrr.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

The image was embossed in black onto watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

 
So, here is my question...

What is your favorite Christmas memory?

I have to say that I have many favorites. It's really hard to choose. My daughter's first Christmas was awesome! But she was really so young...only 3 months old. Her 2nd Christmas was really wonderful. We spent it with my sister and her family (it was my niece's 1st Christmas that year) and my father was there with us so that was special. Of course, the following year was spectacular since it was my son's first Christmas and my daughter was just getting old enough to be wow'ed by Christmas morning!!

I'm going to really have to think back on the year. But the most memorable Christmas to me was when Ansley was 4 (I think), we went to a live Nativity. They created a scene where you would walk through to see "baby Jesus". I took Ansley with me (Scott stayed home with Ryan) and we walked through. When we got to the "manger", Ansley saw the actors playing Mary and Joseph and baby Jesus. She walked under the ropes and gave Joseph a blanket for Jesus!! See when we talk to the kids about Christmas, we try to focus on the true meaning. I asked Ansley, since we celebrate Jesus' birthday at Christmas, what birthday present did she think Baby Jesus would want? She answered "a blanket...babies need blankets". So we went to the store and she picked one out and she went to the Live Nativity really thinking that she was giving Jesus a gift!!

I took video the whole time. And I remember when we got to "Mary and Joseph", I asked if she could give them a gift. I remember my voice cracking because I was already crying!!

Ok...wipe your tears (I just did)...what is YOUR favorite memory of Christmas?! Leave a comment and participate in the challenge for your chance at (maybe *wink*) some candy!!

Oh, and be sure to come back later for the awesome High Hopes announcement AND another sneak peek card later today!!

Your next stop is LOLS!!!

I'm also entering this into:

Bah Humbug: Anything Goes

Winter Wonderland: Traditional Christmas Flower

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

Stamp and Create Challenge #2 & Popcorn the Bear

Man do I have a lot of cards to make!! Next week is going to be crazy. On Friday, Wags 'n Whiskers is going to have a digi release of previously released rubber stamps (the Spring is in the Air and Wee Ones will be available as digis), on Saturday I will have my Scrap and Stamp Saturday challenge and it will be day 1 of a new High Hopes release with Dustin Pike. Sunday will be another High Hopes card for the sneak peeks and the regular challenge. Then Monday will be the High Hopes Dustin Pike release! On tuesday I think I may need a nap. Because on Wednesday, I have an ABC Christmas card and blog hop PLUS another High Hopes sneak peek card (shhhh, it's still a surprise). And then Friday is the Wags 'n Whiskers challenge! Plus there are a few surprises in there, but I don't think I'm allowed to say yet!!

So get some sleep this week because my blog will be hoppin' next week!!

Now, today we have a new Stamp and Create Challenge!! The first Monday of each month, we are hosting a new challenge. You can use any stamps as long as they are available at Stamp and Create.

This month's challenge is: Charms!

It's also another Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create so for the next 2 weeks, all Popcorn the Bear stamps will be 25% off!!

Therefore, I used one of the Popcorn Bear stamps on my challenge card today...

This is "Party Time" Popcorn Bear. Isn't he adorable? However, he's a BIG one!! This card is 6" square! The image alone is around 5 1/2" from bottom to duck beak!!
 I used some Pink Silk Ribbon with the Bow Easy, Basic Grey Bittersweet DP, Flower Spacer 2, flower 2 charm, and Basic Grey large brad.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinking H2Os...

Now it's your turn!! Grab a stamp that is available through the store, add a charm (any charm will work, but if you need any, I have those as well), and link it to the challenge post on the Store blog.

I'm also entering this into the Going Grey Challenge - Pink, Yellow, and Blue (yes, there is blue around the stamped image).

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey  

High Hopes Challenge DT - Father's Day Card

Happy Sunday stamping friends!! How is your weekend so far?

It's time for another High Hopes challenge!! This week's challenge is hosted by Danielle and her challenge is: A Father's Day card!!

With Father's Day just around the corner (June 20th in the US), it's a good time to pull out some High Hopes stamps and get stamping!! High Hopes has a ton of images that will work for a great Father's Day card and I have quite a few in stock.

But I'm going to let you in on a secret...make sure to keep an eye out on the High Hopes blog and Diva blogs before the next challenge!! You may just start to see some sneak peeks of the upcoming releases!!

Now on to my card...

I can't believe this this the first time I inked up Sir Dustin from the last release!! This is one of my favorites so I don't know why I didn't ink him up earlier. If you didn't figure it out already, this was named after High Hopes' artist Dustin Pike! The High Hopes Designers are called "Divas". Now that we have a male artist, we can't call him a Diva, so we came up with the name "Sir Dustin"...of course that was transferred to this awesome stamp!!

Ok...back to the card...The DP is Pack your Bags from Kaiser Craft the polka dot layer is flocked (nice and fuzzy). I created the sentiment on the computer and printed it onto a MM ticket. I finished it off with some screw brads that I found at Michaels (I may have to find them from my supplier and add them to the store)!

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Such a brave dragon!!

Now it's your turn!! Let's see your Father's Day cards!!

Make sure to link you card to the challenge post for a chance to win the free prize this week. And make sure to check out the rest of the Diva cards as well!!

Don't forget to check back later in the week for a little peeky at something new!! :-))))))

Happy Stamping!

~Lacey  

Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge DT - Photo inspiration

Ahhh...Friday!! I don't have anything planned...except laundry!! I love it!! :-) That leaves the weekend open to do anything we want to do!

But before we can have fun, it's time for fun of a different variety

...a challenge!!

 

Before we get to the challenge, I want to quickly mention that we will be having adigi release next friday!! We will be releasing some previously released "rubber" stamps as digital stamps!

 

Now, this week's Wags 'n Whiskesrs Challenge is hosted by Renata and her challenge is: a Photo Inspiration!!

 

Use this inspiration any way you like:

colors, squares, lips, hearts, stars, etc...

Just remember that you must use a Wags 'n Whiskers stamp to be entered into the drawing for ONE FREE WAGS 'N WHISKERS STAMP OF YOUR CHOICE!! Also, if you would like to a guest for one of our challenge, make sure to add "DT" after your name when you post your card for this week's challenge.

Here is my card...

I finally inked up this little hottie!! This is called Sip 'n Sun! Doesn't Gemma look like such a tanning beauty with her "umbrella drink" and layin out in the sun?! This one has to be Gemma...because Bella isn't old enough to drink!! LOL

If you have no clue what I am talking about, the cats from the Wags 'n Whiskers Rubber stamps are designed after my co-owner Nikki's cats. Gemma is the "fat" older one and Bella is more of a kitten.

Back to my card...I used some wonderful MME DP (so nice and glittery IRL), Pink Pom Pom Ribbon, Paper Doily (the smallest size), Tim Holtz tickets, and mini roses.

The image was embossed in black onto watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os..
I think she's drinking an "apple-tini"...one of my favorites!!

Now it's your turn! Make sure to link you card for a chance at a free Wags 'n Whiskers stamp!! And why not try for a chance to be our guest as well?

Oh, and don't forget to check out the awesome DT cards!! They put so much love into each card!

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

Happy Stamping!

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Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge DT - Just Good Friends

Yay!! It's Friday!! It's been a LONG week for me! I had so much to do and didn't get anything productive done over the weekend since my husband was out of town. Then we had family over for the past 3 nights in a row!! Man, that digs into my stamping time!! LOL

But tomorrow I have a SPECIAL visitor coming!! All the way from England!! Yep, that's right..my Wags 'n Whiskers partner Nikki (aka Bunny Zoe) is in Florida on vacation, or as she calls it "Holiday" and she will be spending the weekend with me and my family!! I am so excited about seeing meeting her in person. You know, the internet is a wonderful thing...two people in different countries can start a business together without ever meeting in person! But nothing beats a good 'ol fashioned face-to-face meeting!! I am so excited...oh, did I already say that?! LOL

Anyway, today it's time for another Wags 'n Whiskers Challenge! Jacqui is our host this week and her challenge is called "Just Good Friends".

Now that can mean a card with two of our "friends" or characters on the stamp...or, it can just mean a card for a friend.

My card is both...it uses the new Traveling Buddies...and it's for a friend!! Shhh, don't tell her, but this card is for Nikki (I hope she doesn't see this post)!!

I used some of the awesome Pack your Bags DP from KasierCraft that I just got in. You can't tell from the photo, but the blue stripes in the background paper and the green dots on the bottom layer are "flocked"...they are so soft and fluffy!!

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

I had an issue coloring this at first. I was sitting outside by the pool while coloring it so the kids could play in the pool. And I wasn't comfortable and had an issue with some areas. But I think they worked themselves out.

The sentiment was created on the computer using one of the MM Ticket Findings...

I saw something in Creating Keepsake scrapbook magazine about how to use labels with computer generated journaling. They said to print something out on the computer, apply the label (and in this case the ticket) over the printed area using adhesive, then run it through the printer again. For the label, you have to cut around the label and apply to a layout using new adhesive.

For my ticket, I just used a tiny piece of scortape on the back of the ticket so it came right up (well, it took some paper with it, but only in the little spot where the adhesive was. Worked like a charm!!

The sentiment read: Holidays (aka Vacations) are better with Friends

If I had Disney Patterned Paper, I would have used that! Since next weekend, we are meeting back up with Nikki and her family at Walt Disney World!! Oh we are going to have so much fun!! This weekend the guys are going golfing while the kids and the ladies hang out in the pool! Then we will go out to dinner saturday night. On Sunday, we are heading to the beach!! And they will head back to Orlando in the afternoon.

Ok, now it's your turn!! Let's see your Friendship cards using a Wags 'n Whiskers stamp!!

By the way, I have added Popcorn the Bear stamps to the my store!!

Don't forget about my Weekly Wednesday Candy and the Stamp and Create monthly challenge!!

Challenges:

Sketch Saturday: Sketch (had to move the flowers/circles to fit the image)

A Spoonful of Sugar: Cute and Girly

Papertake Weekly: Say it with Flowers

Practical Scrappers: Patterned Papers

Stamp with Fun: Stripes

Colour Create: Soft Green and Light Aqua

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!
~Lacey   

CC Designs May Release

CC Designs had a new release on Monday night. I received my store order with plenty of time to get to play with one of the new stamps for the release. I have already posted it on the Stamp and Create.com Blog, but haven't had the chance to post it here yet.

So, if this is new to you, this is from a new line at CC designs called "Honey". This stamp is Honey Bikini...

Isn't she so gorgeous?! The sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

I used some new October Afternoon Fly a Kite DP, Primas, Star Head pins, and Tim Holtz Adage ticket.

The image was embossed in black onto watercolor paper and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

 

These stamps are now available at Stamp and Create.

I often get asked how I create the wire "swirl" for my flowers. I have created a mini-tutorial and posted it on the Stamp and Create.com Blog. Go check it out!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey   

Wags 'n Whiskers "Fun in the Sun" Blog Hop and Release day!!

Today is the big day!! Wags 'n Whiskers Fun in the Sun is being released today at 7:00am EST. For the whole weekend we are having a blog hop!! The awesome Design Team along with many talented guests have samples to show you. You should have arrived from Debbie's blog. If you didn't, you may want to start at the top! There are prizes, so make sure you leave comments on all of the blogs along the hop!

After 7am EST, check the Wags 'n Whiskers blog for links to the where you can purchase these fun stamps.

For my sample today, I have a set I created for Ansley's teacher for Teacher Appreciation...

This adorable stamp is called Magical Friends! I created a card and matching lunch box that I filled with LOTS of chocolate (a whole bag of Dove miniatures)!

The image was designed after my daughter Ansley and illustrated by Cris de Lara. Ansley love horses (including unicorns and pegasus), so we gave my Angel Ansley a magical friend!

The card is 5 1/4" square. I used MME DP, Prima flowers, lace, nestability, cuttlebug folder, and pearls.

This sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

The lunch box was created using one of the Templates I purchased from Papertrey Ink.

 
I am also entering this into the following challenges:

~ ABC Challenge: T is for Thank you (I didn't add a sentiment on the front, but Ansley wrote a note of thanks to her teacher on the inside).

~ Flutterby Wednesday - Open Challenge, but must use a fairy, angel, or butterfly

The next stop on the hop is Renata!

Don't forget to leave a comment!! You never know if I am one of the blogs with candy!!

I will be back later to post once the stamps available in the store.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey  

Stamp and Create Product Spotlight - CC Designs

 
Happy Monday to you!! I hope your weather was better than mine this weekend! It was overcast with some rain on saturday. Then on Sunday I don't think it stopped raining. And today was overcast again with some drizzle!! Where is my Florida Sun?! This is supposed to be the "Sunshine State". Well, I guess we need the rain. Especially since my tree out front seems to think it's Autumn!! No joke! It has not leaves! It was green all winter then poof...all the leaves are gone and my kids are playing in a pile of leaves!! I think someone played a late April's fools joke on it and told it that it was Fall!!

Anyway, it's time for another Product Spotlight over at my store Stamp and Create. I just got these CC Design stamps instock so I had to feature them this week!! All CC Designs in stock are on sale this week for 25% off!! which is an AWESOME deal since they are already a low priced stamp!! And even better...it's cling mounted on black foam already...even more savings!!

Here is a card I made using the Sketch Saturday Challenge this week...

I have to say that this is what I looked like this morning!! ROFL!! Ok, I don't wear curlers in my hair, but I did have it up in a twist on my head to control my frizzy do!! My hair does NOT like humitity!

On saturday I posted a layout for the Scrap and Stamp challenge using "different" things provided by the sponsor. Well, one of the things they sent me was a coffee filter and this corregated paper. I knew I had to use this image! This is Kiki La Rue Coffee Kiki. However, I ripped the coffee filter so I couldn't use it. But I thought this corregated paper looks like the sleeves that Starbucks puts around the coffee so you don't burn your hand!

The paper is 7 Gypsies and SU Bravo Burgandy. The sentiment is a combination of 2 from Kraftin' Kimmie stamps. I only inked up the words I wanted and used my Stamp-a-majig for the placement. And the Prima is one from the Novelty Set. I was inspired by this card from the DT!! I just love the bright colors she used...too bright for my "latte day"!

I added some Heidi Swapp Circle Frame rhinestones to hightlight the sentiment and some Kaiser Craft pearls in the corners.

Make sure to check out the Stamp and Create Blog for more awesome samples by the DT!

I'm also entering this in the Critter Challenge: 10 things (1. Card base, 2.DP, 3. Circles, 4. Nestability, 5. other DP, 6. Image, 7. Prima, 8. Rhinestones, 9. Sentiment, 10. Pearls.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge - Use Two Stamps

I need to make this quick. I am tired and still not feeling fantastic. Had an interesting "girls day out" with Ansley which ended up at the movies to see the new Milie Cyrus movie (which is a little heavy and not really a 7 year old girl movie - without giving the plot away for those who may want to see it...it's a drama, not a comedy, and I cried the whole 2nd half of the movie)!!

Anyway, it's time for another High Hopes challenge! Our guest Debby has given us a great challenge...Use two High Hopes stamps on your card, but sentiments don't count!!

One participant will win a free stamp!! Check out the blog for more information and to see the rest of the awesome Diva creation!!

Here's my card...

I haven't had the chance to ink these two "cuties" up yet! I think they go nicely together. The little one is Chuck and the tall one is Quentin. These are from their last release illustrated by Dustin Pike. I also added Space like Home sentiment.

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week.

The paper is Basic Grey Lime Rickey DP and I added some punched some stars and added some Basic Grey buttons.

The stamps were embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

We would love to have to play along!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

 

Wags 'n Whiskers "Let's Play" Sneak Peek - Day 1

Hello there stamping friends!! I had a wonderful weekend in Orlando with my family. I posted a few pictures on my facebook page, but I will try to post some here after this week is over.

But now it is time to get to business!! It is time for another Wags 'n Whiskers Release!! Today is the first day of the sneak peeks.

There will be more sneak peeks tomorrow. Then at 12:01am EST on Friday, there will be another Blog Hop! At 7am EST friday morning, the stamps will go live in the stores with links on the Wags 'n Whiskers Blog.

The wonderful Design Divas have been hard at work getting samples ready for today!! Make sure to check them all out (links will be posted at the end of this post).

This month we have 8 fun whimsical "sporty" designs that are being released. These are from our newest illustrator Cris de Lara. I think she did a wonderful job creating emotion and movement in her illustrations.

Today, I have the joy of sharing Tiny Dancer. I have a scrapbook layout to share with you using this image!! I think all of these designs are perfect for scrapbooking. But I also have a card as well so make sure you scroll down to the end. 

Here is my layout...

This is a double layout of portaits taken of Ansley when she was 3 years old. The photographer did an amazing job since I think she started crying before it was her turn! She was scared about getting her picture taken! Of course, she balled her eyes out on stange during the recital!! They made me go on stage with her!! But those pictures are for a later date!! LOL

Here is the left side...

I wish the photo of the layout shows the pictures better. But I can never get good photos of photos.

Here's the right side...

The small photo of Ansley in the ring of rhinestones is a wallet size. I have an 8x10 of that photo that used to hang in the play room in our old house.

Here's a close up of some of the elements...

 

Products used on layout:

Paper: SU Whisper White 12x12 CS, SU flocked DP (retired from a Christmas pack), Watercolor paper for stamped image.

Ink: Black embossing, Twinkling H2Os

Tools: SU Scalloped Edge punch, Bow Easy

Embellishments: Basic Grey Bling it On Rhinestone Rub-ons, Heidi Swapp Rhinestone Circle Frames,Lace, Prima roses - Coral Rose, May Arts red Satin center ribbon, American Crafts Thickers Glitter Chipboard letters.

I made this card for my little neighbor who will be 4 in a little over a week. She took dance class and has fire red hair, so I thought this image would work perfectly for her...

The sketch is from Sketch Saturday this week. Here's a close up of the image...

Products used:

Paper: SU Kiwi Kiss CS, Kaiser Crafts Devonshire DP, Watercolor paper.

Ink: Black embossing, Twinkling H2Os, and chocolate chip (distressing)

Embellishments: Paper Doily (med size), Prima Pearls (used half), Prima Fairytale Roses, Prima Cameo Roses (middle), Prima Mini Roses, Prima Mini Gypso, Kaiser Crafts Rhinestones, Prima Rose Ribbon. 

Stamp and Create still has a sale on Buttons, Brads, and Bling this week...25% off.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Challenge DT - Hoppy Easter

How is the weather where you are? This weekend it is gorgeous is South Florida. It's been in the mid 70's-lower 80's and mostly clear (only a few puffy clouds). There's a gentle breeze, too so it is wonderful. Hopefully it will stay this way since Spring Break starts for my kids on Friday. But we may need to heat the pool since it's still a little chilly for our taste. Just so you don't think we are totally whimpy...it's been in the 50's at night so the pool is still really cold.

Ok, it's time for another High Hopes Challenge! This week I am your hostess and my challenge is: Hoppy Easter!! Let's get into the mood for Spring. If you don't have a High Hopes image that could be used for an Easter theme, think Spring or "Hoppy". Create a Spring card or use any image that hops (Kangaroos, Frogs, Bunnies, etc...).

One lucky participant will win a free High Hopes stamp! But remember, you must use a High Hopes image in order to be entered into the drawing.

I carry quite a few High Hopes stamps in my store with another delivery on the way (including the bunny used on my card today)...

This is Curious Bunny! Isn't he so adorable? And he's so easy to color. I will edit the link when my order arrives.

I used some of the new Basis Grey Kioshi papers, new May Arts Lavender Silk ribbon (bow made with the Bow Easy), new Pink Pom Pom Ribbon, New Scalloped Oval Nestabilities (now on sale for 20% off), and Prima mini roses.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

I added stickles to her bow, the butterfly, and the roses. The butterfly is actually part of the image, but I had to cut it off so it would fit on the card.

Here is a close up of the beautiful bow...

This card is for a few challenges:

Stamp Something: Distressing - which is being sponsored by my store.

Sketch Saturday: Sketch

A Spoon Full of Sugar: Easter

Now it's your turn! Let's see your Hoppy, Easter, Springy card! Just remember to use a High Hopes image and upload your card to the Challenge Post!

Keep en eye out in the store. I have already paid for my High Hopes order, so it should be arriving some time this week. I have a few of these cute bunnies on the way (in a few different styles).

Don't forget about my Card Drive here and my Weekly Blog Candy Here!

I would love to hear your comments, too!

Have a wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

Kitty Angel for Sketch Saturday

I created this card for the Product Spotlight at Stamp and Create (Ribbon) and for the Sketch Saturday Challenge awhile ago. I've just been too busy to post it!!

So I will make this quick....

 The image is Kitty Angel by My Heart Stamps for You. I used the new Lotus Spellbinders Pendant Die, some Basic Grey pearls, and some MME glitter DP.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...
 

I cut out the image and attached it to the pendant with Scor Tape.

The bow was created using some May Arts Mauve Silk Ribbon and the Bow Easy (will be back in stock soon, and yes, I will put it back on sale when it comes back in)...

I added a Prima Mini Rose (the lightest color of the Blue/Grey collection) to finish it off.

The sketch is an awesome one Sketch Saturday this week!

I am also entering this into the Fluttery By Wednesnday Challenge this week to celebrate their 100th challenge!

Remember that all ribbon is on sale this week 25% off! I added a few new colors to the SilkRibbons today, but there is a ton of lace to choose from, too. Make sure to check out the store or the store blog for updates.

Don't forget about my Weekly Wednesday Candy here and my Card Drive here!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey
  
  

Sketch Saturday - Sponsor and Guest

I am so thrilled to be able to sponsor the Sketch Saturday Challenge this week!! And even more thrilled that I was invited to participate with the challenge!!

Please go see the Challenge Blog to see the lovely prize I have provided for this week's challenge.

The sketch this week is a really fun one. As soon as I saw it, I knew what I wanted to do...

I used one of the new Wags 'n Whiskers Some Bunny Loves You (one of the prizes for this challenge). The papers are MME - Bloom and Grow pack.

The image was embossed in black onto watercolor paper, then watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Aren't they the cutest couple?!

I added some of the new May Arts White Silk Ribbon with a bow created by the Bow Easy (another one of the prizes for this challenge)...

The charm is from my stash. I know I said that the Wags 'n Whiskers card I made yesterday was going to be for Kate...well, I think I will give this one to Kate and the other one to her parents. I also want to make a card for her sister and brother as well.

I am also entering this card in the Ways to use it challenge at SCS - orange love  WT258.

If you would like to participate with the challenge, make sure to link your card to the challenge blog and you will be entered into the drawing for my prize!!

This is my 2nd post today...if you haven't see my Scrap and Stamp Saturday layout, check it out here.

Also, don't forget about my Weekly Wednesday Candy over at the Stamp and Create.com Blog!!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey

High Hopes Welcomes Dustin Pike Blog Hop and Release!!

The day is finally here!! I have been waiting months for this release..seriously!!

Last summer when Crissy Armstrong announced that she was resigning from High Hopes, I thought I would cry!! But now about 6 months later...Crissy works for me and Nikki with our stamp line Wags 'n Whiskers, and High Hopes has Dustin!! Really, it's a win-win situation...at least for me!!

Anyway, if you came here from Amy W (which is a hard person to follow...love her coloring), then you are on the right track.

If you are coming straight to me, then hop on over to the High Hopes Challenge Blog to start our fun Blog Hop!!

Make sure you leave a comment on ALL stops!! Four Blogs will have candy...but you won't know which one it is!! So you better leave a comment just in case ;-)

Oh, the prize? 1 person will win THE WHOLE RELEASE!! And 3 other winners will receive a stamp package.

Ok...on to my card... 

This sweet image is called Dragon-Go-Round. I don't know what I like better...Sir Dustin's Aliens or his dragons? Well there's also his monkeys and bears...oh my!!

Anyway, this sketch is from Sketch Saturday.

The image is embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Hehe...that's a fun sight!!

One last photo...

 This was taken with the flash, so you can see the glitter on the patterned paper and the shimmer from the Twinkling H2Os. I've been considering carrying those in my store...hmm...what do you think?

Anyway, your next stop on the hop is Alex.

But before you go, remember that I have these stamps IN STOCK in my store Stamp and Create and ready to ship immediately!!

I also have my regular Weekly Wednesday Candy here.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Hopping!!

~Lacey
 

Kraftin' Kimmie Challenge - sewing

I still feel horrible...my head cold is hanging on strong :-( No fever, just massive sinus pressure so I will make this quick...going to bed as soon as I am done posting this.

This is one of the cards I created this weekend. The challenge over at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps is "Sewing". I used the sketch from Sketch Saturday this week.

I use one of the new Crissy's Cuties called Ozzie and Harriet available at Stamp and Create. I used some Cosmo Cricket papers, SU Ridinghood red and Crushed Curry CS, SU scalloped edge punch, some Red Satin Ribbon, stickles, and punches snowflakes.

The image was embossed in black and watercolored with Twinkling H2Os...

Don't forget about my blog candy here!

Sorry for the short post...just need to get to bed!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Stamping!

~Lacey