Choose Happy - Joyful Birthday - Birthday Card!

Happy day to you!  Hope you are having a beautiful day!  Here we have a nice clean Spring card.  It is made for a very special 7 year old.  I am hoping that this card will brighten her day.

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 I used Canary, Pixie and Sorbet inks.  Don't these colors just make you smile?  They do me.

Thank you for stopping by.  Have a blessed day!

The other side of Hopscotch!

Hi there!  Today, i will be showing a card made with the Hopscotch Paper Pack.  This really seems like a girly paper, but it is more versatile, then one might think.

This could totally be used for a BOY!

Colonial White was used for the base and banner  Flaxen, for a banner and backing for the border edge of the duo paper, as the sentiment.  Edged everything with Indian Corn Blue Ink.

Super simple!  Hope you liked it!  Have a great day!

Heartstrings "Love"

Hope you are haveing a fabulous day!  Spring should be coming any time now, I hope!  :)

Today I have a card make with the Heartstrings paper.  This will only be available through March.  Then, our Seasonal Expressions 2 book comes out, you will love this book!  Let's stick with the Seasonal Expressions 1 book for now though.  There is a lot of awesome in this book!

This card was made for some friends of mine, celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary.

I used White Daisy for the base and some Silver Triangle Studs for something extra.

Thanks for stopping!  Have a blessed day!

A Simple Happy Hello

Hi there!  Hope you had a happy Valentines Day and liked the Blog Hop!

Today is another simple card made with this awesome February Stamp Of The Month stamp set!

White Daisy cardstock with a peice of Hollyhock cardstock on one side.  Hollyhock ink for the sentiment and large image.  Pear and Honey are the other two inks used.  I added a few Gold Sequins, for something different.

Thank you for stopping by!  Have a great day!

A Snowhaven Happy Hello!

Here is a card that could be used for a guy or gal.  But, let's go with the guy!  I mean, if we are really honest with ourselves, there is way more stuff for gals then guys.  Which seems odd to me, because 1/2 the population is male!

Anyway, Black and Slate Stamp Pads with Metallic Bakers Twine.  A line of Silver Geometric Washi Tape on top of a piece of Snowhaven paper.

Have a fantastic day!

Circles and Twine for GUYS!

How are you all doing today?  I hope you are well.  Today I have a simple card for a guy!  That's right, a guy!  Most guys, are not going to be looking at your stamping technique, or how perfect everything is.  To be honest, most guys don't care if you give them a card.  They want some sort of tool, to add to their collection in the garage or something with a motor, that they could potentially get hurt with.  That being said, I like to give cards. :)

 This stamp of the month is even great for guys.  And since that is who I have to make for the most, I thought I would show a few. (even with a girly stamp set!)

 Only $5 for this set with a $50 purchase.  Check out my website on the right!

How awesome is this?  When I say that, I mean easy!  Three stamp colors(cocoa, chocolate,desert sand), a small piece of cocoa paper and neutral metallic bakers twine!

You do not have to be perfect!  In fact, it might be better if you're not.  This kind of thing works for me.  I hope it works for you too!

Thanks for stopping by!  Have a fabulous day!

"This Moment" Blog Hop

Hello there!  Welcome to the Rose Blossom "This Moment" Blog Hop!  You may be coming from the lovely Marg's blog.  You are in the right place.  We are featuring the January Stamp of the Month, This Moment.  With a qualifying purchase, you can get this stamp set for only $5!  Check out my website at www.createdbybarbara.ctmh.com for more details.

I decided to focus on the "note" part.  What goes with notes?  A mailbox!  I took the Atriste Cricut Cartridge and made this cute mailbox.  The only papers I used were White Daisy and Cranberry.  I wanted to use as much of the stamp set as possible.  Using a very loosely colored "XOXO" stamp, with the Hollyhock Stamp Pad, I stamped the entire body of the box.  I used that stamp pad on everything except the "My aim is True".  That is done in the Cranberry Stamp Pad.

Everything is staying together with either Liquid glass or 3D Foam Tape.  To give it a little bling, just add a few Sparkles!

For every order, of $25.00, from now until January 15th, will get a ticket and be put into a drawing.  I will be giving away a bundle, of new, retired product. (1- "Free to be me" paper pack;

 

I put a lot of pictures in, hoping you would see how cute it really is.  It looks much better in person!

Now you are off to Shelly's Pretty Pieces.  You will love it!

Hope you enjoyed it!  Be Blessed! 

Also, there are a couple of awesome things going on in January...

 

National Papercrafting Month—Year >> Noted Paper Kit

In celebration of National Papercrafting Month, Close To My Heart invites you to reflect on the things that make you who you are and on what you want to accomplish in the coming months. Then, with the help of the Year >> Noted paper kit, record your experiences and goals! During the month of January, with a qualifying purchase of $50, you are eligible to purchase the exclusive Year >> Noted paper kit (which has a retail value of over $24 USD / $27 CAD) for only $5—that’s over 80% off retail! Or, for an additional $5, you can order the Year >> Noted paper kit with an accompanying My Creations™ kraft mini book. The paper kit for both options includes a C-size stamp set, stickers, cardstocks, and B&T Duos™ papers, all specially designed to coordinate with the My Creations™ kraft mini book so you can have a yearlong scrapbooking experience. This means you will receive over $34 USD / $37 CAD worth of product for only $10 if you purchase the kit with the accompanying mini book! But the fun doesn’t end there—included on the sticker sheet, you will find a large golden seal. Once the year is done and all the pages are filled, seal up your book and create a mini time capsule that you can open years from now. Remember, this deal is only available for January, so make sure to get your own Year >> Noted paper kit today for the perfect start to a crafty year!

Extra! Extra! Hostess Rewards

January Hostess Promo

During the month of January, all Gatherings that reach $350 or higher will be eligible to receive up to 50% more Hostess Rewards! This means an additional $30, giving you the opportunity to earn up to $230 or more in select free products. This offer is only available during January and is the ideal pairing for your National Papercrafting Month Gatherings, so join in the celebration and watching your earnings grow!

On top of all this, I will be giving away, some NEW retired product away!  For every $50.00 ordered in January, your name will go into a drawing!  I will show details in a new post.  Make sure you check back to get the details!

Whew! That should be good for now :)

Joyful Birthday Card - 2

Here is another card using Joyful Birthday!

Just wanted to show you another one of the stamps in the set.

Have a beautiful day!  Thanks for stopping by!

Joyful Birthday Card/ Card Holder

Hi!  A beautiful snowy day here in Minnesota!  Hope you are having a great day.

Here, I have a card and Card holder, that are a set.  I have used the Joyful Birthday stamp set.  This can be found on my website to the right.

There are four different stamps on this set.  A must for anyone, who makes there own birthday cards!

If you ever have questions about my artwork or if you would like me to make anything for you, please email me at createdbybarbara@comcast.net!

Have a very blessed day!

Paisley Perfect Flair... Blog Hop!!!

I bet you just came from Marg's Blog.  Isn't she awesome!  By the way, that is more of a statement than a question.

I chose to use "Paisley Perfect Flair" as my featured stamp set.  I guess maybe because it is a little like me!  ("a touch of class and a lot of sass")  :)

 

I did a card, using White Daisy Cardstock, Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, Sparkles, 3D Foam Tape and four stamp pads (Honey, Chocolate, Topiary and Cranberry).

Nice and simple!

Right now, with a qualifying purchase of $50, you are able to get as many C (regularly $13.95) or D (regularly $17.95) size stamps, for only $10.00 each!  That is an amazing deal!

I hope you enjoyed it!  Now onto Shelly's Pretty Pieces!  It will be amazing!

Here is the list of participants...

Brenda - http://roseblossomlegacies.com

Lynn - http://frommybungalow.blogspot.com
Marg - http://ididnthavepotatoes.blogspot.com/
( You are Here) Barbara - http://createdbybarbara.blogspot.com/
Shelly - http://just1piece-shelly.blogspot.com/

Have a blessed day!
 

"Wild Wonders" - Baby Boy Spin Card

Hello!  So, my Brother and his wife had a baby boy in November (this is there 2nd boy).  This is the card I made for them.

I used the Spin Card from CTMH and the Wild Wonders stamp set!  Soooo cute!

The blue paper is Glacier.  I also used the Glacier Stamp Pad, to stamp "it's a boy" all over the front.

The monkey is stamped in Topiary.  I also, used the ShinHan Touch Twin marker Pastel Peach, for his face, belly & ears.

The Giraffe is stamped in Desert Sand.  I used the Pastel Green ShinHan Touch Twin marker for his spots and nose.

The Hippo is stamped in Slate.  Using the Pastel Peach alcohol marker around his eyes and Tender Pink on his nose, bum, feet and ears.

On the inside, I have a lion, stamped in Desert Sand.  Also, using the Pastel Green alcohol marker for his face.  The bird is stamped in Topiary and the Tender Pink ShinHan Touch Twin Alcohol Marker around his eye.

Other things used in the making of this card are...Artbooking Cricut Cartridge & 3D Foam Tape.

Well, this was a fun card to make.  I also made them baby announcements.  I will sharing that later.  Have a blessed day!

By the way, there will be a blog hop this Sunday at 7pm!  It will featuring different stamp sets for the "Deal of The Decade"!  Check it out!

Yuletide Carol Card Box

Good day to you all!  I hope this finds you well.  Today I have made a box, that you can put, all these cards you see, in.   Again, this is using the Yuletide Carol Workshop on the Go.  There is such great paper and assortments in this WOG!

When you buy this Journaling Cards Box (for only $5.95), it is white chipboard with a magnetic closure.  So, you can do as much or as little as you want to it.  I am a bit of a minimalist, for the most part.  :)

Hope you liked it!  Have a beautiful day!

If you ever have questions, please feel free to email me @ createdbybarbara@comcast.net!

Yuletide Carol Easel Card

Hi everyone!  What a beautiful day!  My son is napping...that is always a wonderful thing.  :)

Today, I have an easel card.  These are fun to make.

Using the Yuletide Carol Workshop on the Go, I made this card.  I really do love the paper in this workshop.  I like more traditional things for Christmas and this paper is that for me.

I hope you enjoyed this card.  Have a fantastic day!

Cyber Monday Deal!!! December 1st

Oh my golly!!!!  What a deal!  20% off all Cricut collections.

Monday 12:00 am MST - 11:59 pm MST

Cyber Monday - $79.20 (regular price $99)

Artiste - Z1790

 

 Art Philosophy - Z1686

Artbooking - Z1906

Artfully Sent - Z3017

This is a great deal!  Order on Monday!!!  Thanks for stopping and have fun shopping!

Pathfinding Glacier Blue Pumpkin

Hope you are having a great day.  It is cold here in Minnesota!  Bright and Sunny though!!!

This 4x6 card was inspired by another Rose Blossom, Lynn.  She made a beautiful card, with a blue pumpkin.  I thought I would try it.

I just used the Pathfinding Workshop On The Go.  The additional elements are Glacier, Chocolate and Autumn Terracotta stamp pads.  Also, the Artbooking Cricut Cartridge, for the pumpkin.

Thanks for stopping by!  Hope you enjoyed it!  Have a blessed day!

Pathfinding 4x6 card

Good day to you all!  Hope this finds you well!  The show this past weekend went well.  That is always a good thing.  Today I have a card that I made from the Pathfinding Workshop on The Go.  Beautiful papers and Stamp set in this pack.

I love the "Smile it's the best day ever" stamp, it is just a great stamp for almost anything!  I stamped it in Autumn Terracotta and used a few embellishing pieces.

That is all I have for now.  Thanks for stopping by.

Have a blessed day!

DIY Notebooks

Hey there!  So, today I will be showing you some notebooks, that were made for my upcoming show.

I had leftover paper from Close To My Hearts previous Idea Book.  It worked perfectly for making these.  That is all I have for today!  Time to go to bed.  :)  Thank you for checking it out!

Joyful Birthday - Charming Chevron Card

Good day to you all!  This was a quick card for a friend who likes purple and black.  You may not have noticed that!  LOL ;)

So, I cut my White Daisy cardstock to the wrong length.  OOPS!  It should have been 11 inches.  I cut it at 8 1/2 inches.  It worked out good though.  I still scored it at 5 1/2, to keep the correct size for the envelope.  I just put a 4 x 5 1/4 piece of Black cardstock inside.

Using the Charming Chevrons stamp set, I stamped them , cut them out and popped them up on the open black.  Used the Joyful Birthday stamp set in Black ink right on the White Daisy.  A little twine bow and we are good to go!

Again, very simple!  That s how most of my creations are.  Hope you enjoyed it!  Have a blessed day!

"SUPER" Artfully Sent

Hello there!  Hope you are having a great weekend!  Today, I made my first Artfully Sent Cricut Cartridge card.  It is a "Pop-up" card!  A SUPER POP-UP CARD!!!  These type of cards, are an interesting breed, but if I can do it, anyone can!  :)

I used the pop-up and icon keys, like it shows in the handbook.  Then I used the sentiment card key for the front of the card.  I just backed the words with scrap paper, to make them pop a little.

On the inside, I used a couple of scrap strips on the edge and used 3D Foam tape to lift up the "Happy Birthday" a little bit.  I also edged the front and inside of the card, with a  Dauber and Black ink.  Because Real Super Heroes get dirty!

I think the 10 year old that will be receiving this, will love it!  Don't you?!  :)

Hope you enjoyed it!  Have a fantastic day!