Clean & Simple #5

I think this is my favorite of the bunch.  I bought a sizzix texture boutique to be able to do embossing.  I am so excited about it!  I know this machine doesn't cut like the big shot, but I have a silhouette cameo, and I am happy with it.  I got the boutique for $15 at Michael's with a 50% off coupon, so I really can't complain. :)  I am loving it, and my kids are too.  I really like investing in crafting toys my kids can participate in also.  I just cut up pieces suitable for cards, and let them go to town. :)

Linking up to SSS Challenge.

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

Clean and Simple #4

I have been asked to make 150ish Birthday cards for next years gift from our Relief Society Presidency (ladies church group leaders).  Whew!  A big project, but one I am very excited about.  It's still in the workings, but I am playing with ideas.  This was a 2 minute card.  I think I will need to stick to easy, but still totally cute for this project. :)

Linking up to SSS Challenge.

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

Clean and Simple #3

Hi!  I really ended up liking this one because it appears that the blue bird is just flying in to share the news!  I had fun with this one.  I head embossed the banner shapes, which was a fun touch.

Linking at SSS Wednesday challenge.

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

Clean and Simple #2

I sat down and did a quick baby card.  I feel like it's missing something.  Oh yeah, I was going to add a quick banner to the right hand corner.  Oh well.  :)  I still really like the birdies.

Linking up to SSS Clean and Simple Wednesday Challenge.

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

Clean & Simple #1

This is going to be quick, because nap time just started and I would much rather be creating than blogging, but I wanted to get these linked up quickly!  I am getting better at coloring and shading, so that's been fun to play with!

Stamps:  Stampendous Spring short stack

Lawn Fawn:  A little birdie told me

Lawn Fawn:  Sophie's Sentiments

Linking up to Clean and Simple themed SSS Wednesday Challenge.

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

It's Hip to be Square

Hey there!  SSS Wednesday Challenge's topic this week was "It's hip to be square."  At first glance, I didn't really want to make a square card base because they are hard to send in the mail.  I decided to implement several squares in my design, and I absolutely love how it turned out!  I love the colors I used also.

I got these stamps from my husband's parents for valentines day.  They are simple square rubber stamps, but such a fun design.  I finally got my rubber stamps in the same box as my clear ones so I will use them more often.  I'm learning that if I SEE it, I will USE it. ;) 

I am also loving my AC textured cardstock.  The colors coordinate very well with most of my patterned 6X6 paper stacks, and I love how well they die cut with my cameo.  It's fabulous when your supplies work for you!

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~

Interactive Doorway Birthday Card

Hi there!  This week's MFT card sketch challenge got me thinking outside of the box....or door. :)  I took one look at the sketch, and realized that one of the shapes resembled a door.  So I made a folding doorway card!  I haven't seen anything like this, but I'm sure it's not a new concept. 

I love it because it's interactive, and will still lie flat so I can send it in the mail without any problems!  Hooray!  I also learned a new coloring trick with colored pencils.  If I rub on a little baby oil after my coloring is complete, it smooths out the color a bit.

Whoops, I forgot to color in the present.  Sometimes I do that.  I'm sure I'll get to it before I send it out--or not! :)

Thanks for reading!

~Lynette~