TSG-188 Sponging with Die Cuts

It's time for this week's challenge at There She Goes. This week’s challenge is brought to you by our trendsetter of the week, Tobi. She has challenged us to use sponging with die cuts on our cards!!

This challenge happens to be one of my favorite techniques to use on my cards. I remember the first time I did it - I was afraid I'd ruin my card...needless to say it came out just fine. I don't use this technique all the time, but I do love the effect if gives. 

For my card I used a new set to me - Side by Side. With all the holiday greetings go on on FB and hearing from a lot of my friends across the United States I thought of this set right away. My colors came out more of an Autumn theme, but I don't care - I think my card is fabulous! I hope you do too!! 

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project using this week’s challenge (sponging with die cuts) and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (January 7th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the lookout to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG188 so we can check out your beautiful work!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Tracy MacDonald
~ Kim O'Connell
~ Stephanie Muzzulin
~ Jessie Rone

There She Goes Release Week | Day Three

When we saw these SUPER gorgeous characters from Torico, we were instantly in love. These gorgeous girls love their retail therapy, so no matter your gift giving reason-whether it be Christmas or Birthday, they've got you covered.

Sparkly & Bright is a 4x6 set that includes a total of 12 stamps and will sell for $18.00.

I am so totally in love with this set and the three beautiful girls in the set. I debated on coloring, paper piecing, or both. I ended up doing both. I originally wasn't going to make a holiday card, but I loved the pattern I selected for her sweater...that I went with the holidays. I love how this came out. I hope you do to. 

Would you like to win the new Sparkly & Bright stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

  

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, December 22nd with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Recipe 
Stamps: There She Goes (Sparkly & Bright) 
Ink: Memento Tuexdo Black, Copics, Close To My Heart (creme brulee)
Paper: Bazzill Basics (cream puff & candy apple); Authentique (Wonder)
Accessories: Close To My Heart (ribbon, picture hanger); Elements (crystal stickers) 

There She Goes Release Week | Day Two

Melyssa is back today with a set that is Tooth Fairy Approved! Whether congratulating your child for losing a tooth, scrapbooking the loss of a tooth, or leaving a note for the tooth fairy, you have so many options for them all!

Tooth Fairy Approved is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 17 stamps and will sell for $24.00.

When I thought about my project one of my third graders told me she had just lost a tooth. I sent her to the nurses office to get the normal tooth brush, tooth paste and treasure box. My mind immediately went to this new fabulous set. I came up with a tooth box for my students. The top of the box fits perfectly into the bottom of the box plus I lined the box with gauze - this tooth is not going to be lost. It didn't take long to put this together - now I just need to figure how out to make it masculine as well. 

Would you like to win the new Tooth Fairy Approved stamp set? Here is what you need to do-visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, December 22nd with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Recipe: 
Stamps: There She Goes (Tooth Fairy Approved) 
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black; Copics
Paper: Bazzill Basics (romance); 
Accessories: Close To My Heart (Artiste - Cricut Cartridge) 

There She Goes Release Week | Day One

Nerds are all the rage right now, and we at There She Goes are in love with this SUPER nerdy, super cute set from Melyssa, Smarty Pants. With 23 stamps in this set, you will have SO many fun options for the nerd in your life!

Smarty Pants is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 23 stamps and will sell for $24.00.

Please forgive me...I feel like I just ended school being sick and now were 4 months into school and I am sick again! I am in love with this month's release so while I am on break I'll be making some fun cards with all these fabulous images.

Would you like to win the new Smarty Pants stamp set? Here is what you need to do-visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, December 22nd with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

There She Goes Release Week | Day Three

Snow Buddies, the new set from Melyssa, has SO many possible ways to be used; we can’t even begin to tell you how excited we are about it! With a whopping 57 stamps, you can build your own snowman, use one provided, or a little of both. It’s the easiest way to build a snowman, and you don’t even have to get cold to do it. ;)

Snow Buddies is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 57 stamps and will sell for $24.00.

What’s a snowman, without a SUPER cute and TOTALLY clever sentiment to go with it…well, we don’t want to know! The Snowman Sentiments set has 9 fabulous sentiments to coordinate with your Snowbuddies set, or any holiday set you want!

Snowman Sentiments is a 3x4 set that includes a total of 9 stamps and will sell for $9.00.

I adore snowmen! This set is amazing for those of you that can't get enough of snowmen. I really love how my card came out. Thanks to my friend Silke Ledlow, I asked her how she got such deep grooves when she embosses lines in her card. She let me know instead of using a bone folder she uses a stylus. What an amazing difference. I think this will become my Christmas card this year. I just love how adorable this snow - person came out! However, I think I'll replace the green polka dots with pink polka dots. I'm not a traditional Christmas color person. 

Would you like to win the new Snowbuddies or Snowman Sentiments stamp sets? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, November 24th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Recipe: 
Stamps - There She Goes (Snow Buddies & Snow Sentiments) 
Ink - Memento Tuxedo Black; Close To My Heart (orange & cranberry); Copics
Paper - Bazzill Basics (kraft); My Mind's Eye (Winter Wonderland); Echo Park (Christmas This & That)
Accessories - My Mind's Eye (Lime Twist Happy Go Lucky "Hello" Twine); Kaiser Craft (Pearls - Blush); ScorPal

There She Goes Release Week | Day Two

I told you yesterday that you had to wait until today to see WHY the new Holiday Cheer set was so versatile…well, wait no more! Not only is it a set that stands alone, the SUPER cute images were designed to fit into today’s set, Snow Globe! Along with a matching die, Torico has really out done herself!!

Snow Globe and Die is a 3x4 set that includes a total of 4 stamps and will sell for $29.00.

Although I completely love yesterday's set...I wanted to show just how versatile this snow globe set is. I used the dog from Snowy Days. I also have another almost complete using the penguins from Penguin Pals. How perfect is this snow globe? The globe has a die cut so that one doesn't have to cut it out, but I cleaned my craft room and I cleaned it too good because I cannot find my dies! I'm so glad I am off for the next 5 days...I need a rest! 

Would you like to win the new Snow Globe and Die set? Here is what you need to do-visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, November 24th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Recipe: There She Goes Clear Stamps (Snow Globe & Snowy Days) 
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black & Copics
Paper: Bazzill Basics (avalanche & candy apple); My Mind's Eye (Winter Wonderland) 
Accessories: ribbon (stash)

There She Goes Release Week | Day One

Torico is at it again, bringing us another SUPER cute holiday set to love and adore, and this one has a twist…but you will have to wait until tomorrow to see WHAT the twist is!! Just take it from me, this set is so versatile, you will be turning to it again and again for all your holiday needs! With four ADORABLE scenes, and four fabulous sentiments, you are sure to fall in love.

Holiday Cheer is a 4x6 set that includes a total of 8 stamps and will sell for $15.00.

I am totally in love with this set. It is just too adorable. You will love all the images. I selected this darling little girl. I had a great time coloring her up and putting together my card. I wish you could see the sparkle that I put into the card. I have to admit that when I put the puff paint on the hat I had never used it before. I waited and waited and nothing happened. Duh!! You need to heat it. Oh I had fun.  

Would you like to win the new Holiday Cheer stamp set? Here is what you need to do-visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, November 24th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

There She Goes (Again)!

Hello Friends,

I have been so overwhelmed with "life" - been busy with work and planning so that my students will be successful. I let go of crafting, because lesson planning takes quite a bit of time. I'm not complaining, but I really need to find a balance. I say this all the time, but I never get there.

I was so happy to sit at my craft table last night. I decided to make a CAS card - it still took me two hours. I think I hem and haw too much over the paper. Or maybe it's I get obsessed looking at the paper!!

TSG is having a sale until the 23rd...15% off. Time to stock up! This week is There She Goes (Again)!  week. We've been highlighting the following sets all week...

STICK TOGETHER

JUST FOR YOU

PENGUIN PALS

I chose to use Stick Together. I love snowflakes and this mini set is just so perfect. I hope you like what I have put together.

I hope you'll stop by the TSG blog and check out the Trendsetter's cards using the three sets. Be sure to head to the store and get some of stamp sets you've been wanting. 

Thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome day!!


Recipe: 
Stamps: There She Goes (Stick Together) 
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Close To My Heart (Christmas Red)
Paper: Bazzill Basics (white), Echo Park (Christmas This & That) 
Accessories: ribbon (stash), dimensionals 

Prize Winners

Hello Everyone,

Sorry for my late post. Sometimes life gets overwhelming and some thing just need to take a back seat. I have three prizes up for grabs!! I want to thank my long time followers and some new followers. I appreciate your coming by and perusing my blog. I'm sorry I haven't been able to make cards - I'm kind of taking a much needed break.

First Up:

Winner:    KimCreate said...

Theresa, Happy Birthday and congrats on being cancer free for 5 years. I am a follower and have mentioned your blog candy in my post and made you a birthday card.
Hugs, Kim

Kim, you won the Close to My Heart Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge and stamps.

Second:   Mary J said...

Hello Theresa! Congrats on both awesome dates to remember! What fab prizes - good luck to everyone! 

Mary, you won the TSG $25 gift card. Wait till you see this month's release!!

Third:     Holly AKA KopyKat said...

congrat's on being a cancer survivor, that is so wonderful. As for 50, it's the new 40 I've heard, lol. So you are still a spring chicken. I certainly will spread the word, thanks for the chance to win some candy! 

Holly, you have won 6 colors of your choice.

Congratulations lady. Thank you so much for your patience. Please contact me via email (sassytjw at gmail dot com) with your address. You have until Friday, November 9th to contact me or I'll pick someone else. 

Have an awesome day!! 

MTME - Pretty Patterns #74

This week at My Time Made Easy - Pretty Patterns we have a great sketch for you to try. I found this wonderful package of digis that I just had to have. Although the intent of the digi sets is for "fathers" I saw it completely differently. I hope you do to.

The set is called A Vintage Day for Dad. Well I'm not into dads so I would never make a card for fathers, but I love the images and I didn't necessarily see them as "dad" material. I just love how this card came out. 

Be sure to stop by the MTME blog to check out the sketch and the rest of the DT work. 

Thanks for stopping by. 

Have an awesome day!!  

Tuesday Morning Sketches #169

Hello Crafters-

I just love this time of year. I think fall is just a gorgeous time of the year in Colorado. I love seeing all the gorgeous colors of the trees and feeling the crisp feel of the morning air. This week I couldn't resist using this sweet little image and her big pumpkin.

This week at Tuesday Morning Sketches we have a fabulous sketch and sponsor - Stamp Fairy. Be sure to visit her store - she has some fabulous digis and she's offering $10 in digis to this week's winner. I hope that you'll come play along with us. 

Thanks for stopping by. Be sure to stop by to see what our Best of Best Guest Designer, Alison made and the rest of the DT. It's an amazing line up. 

Have an awesome day! 

Recipe: 
Digital Stamp: Stamp Fairy (Mimi Pumkins)
Paper: Bazzill Basics (white, rio de janero, tan); My Mind's Eye (Indie Chic "Nutmeg") 
Ink: Copics
Accessories: Spellbinders Nesties, Prima (flowers), Close To My Heart (button and banner), Silhouette (hello), Martha Stewart (punch)

TSG178 Sketch Challenge

It's been a long time since I've participated on a Monday challenge. I received a set I have been waiting to get for a long time. It's called Bountiful Blessings and it is so befitting for the Fall season.

This week, our challenge is to use the sketch provided. It was inspired by a card from our fabulous Trendsetter, Kim O!!

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project using the provided sketch, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (October 29th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the lookout to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG178 so we can check out your beautiful work!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Sandra
~ Kim O
~ Stephanie



Recipe: 
Stamps: There She Goes (Bountiful Blessings) 
Paper: Simple Stories (Harvest Lane), Bazzill Basics (white and brown)
Ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Close To My Heart (Chocolate), Copics
Accessories: Spellbinders ~ Nestabilities, Close To My Heart (ribbon), Martha Stewart (punch)

Halloween Project

For my blog candy post - click here please! 

Afternoon Crafters -

This will be a quick post. I am working on my Halloween projects for school. I think I came up with a great project (now this was not my original idea - I saw it on Facebook or Pinterest - and I don't know who to give full credit to.)

I love the project and I used my fabulous There She Goes Halloween set called Bugs and Hisses. I also used some Silhouette cut files that Jessica provided me to try out on my new Silhouette. The popcorn box was cut from Close To My Heart's Artiste Cricut Art Cartridge.

Thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome day. 

MTME - Pretty Palettes #73

Welcome Crafters -

I'm here with another fabulous color palette from My Time Made Easy. I selected an image from the digital store and I think she's adorable. She's called "Witch Way Single."

Have you figured out the color palette? Isn't this little witch adorable? There was no way I was coloring her in black. I love the "blue" I selected to complement the blue berry argyle paper. For the layout I used Mojo Monday #263. 

Thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome day!!

I'm still offering some blog candy - I hope you'll join me.

There She Goes Release Week | Day Three

This is the final day of There She Goes Release Week. We will have a release party this coming Saturday night. Today's sneak peak is so fabulous!! So without further ado...

We have been begging for it, and finally, Torico gave us what we wanted…our very own NINJA set!! From colds to birthdays, this set is sure to kick whatever you need a card for’s butt!! Just stand back, he’s got this…

Ninja Skillz is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 26 stamps and will sell for $24.00.

For my card I used Unscripted Sketches #179. I thought it was perfect for this image. I loved the way Adriana, one of their DT members set up her card...I wanted to follow suit. I just love how this came out.

Would you like to win the new Ninja Skillz stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. 

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday, October 13th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Thanks for stopping by. Be sure to come back next week. It's There She Goes (Again!) week. Have an awesome day! 

MTME - Pretty Patterns #73

Hello Crafters -

I was a bit late getting this post up! I had to take Tuesday off from work and now I've lost a day and thought I had one more day to get this done. I just love how this card came out. It reminds me some of the summer time I spent in Maine with a friend. The sketch is so easy, I flipped it! I hope you'll come along and play with us at My Time Made Easy.

I used Seas the Day and Seas the Day Sentiments.

Here is this weeks sketch. I can't wait to see what you do with it! 

Thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome day!