Grillin' and Chillin'

Today is my last card for the May Challenge in the C.C. Designs Facebook Group. The challenge is Anything Goes with the option of 3+ Patterned Paper.

I pulled out the fun BBQ stamp set and some papers from Not 2 Shabby for my card today. I do love eating some yummy grilled food!!

I needed a little help with the layout so I turned to a Mojo Monday Sketch~ Sketch 567.

I've used this sketch before but each time I use it I'm always thinking what a great sketch it is! Quick and easy but looks so good!

Have a super day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

C.C. Designs BBQ Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Cardstock and Ink

SU Layering Circles Framelits Dies

Not 2 Shabby Just Grillin' 6x6 Paper Pad

SU Banner Triple Punch

Whimsy QuickStrips Dies

Kat Scrappiness May Challenge- Anything Goes

I recently discovered that Kat Scrappiness has a challenge and this month it's Anything Goes so I thought I'd play along! 

I pulled out the Quokka'n Up stamp set and dies and the Spectrum on Love papers to create my happy card!

It just makes me smile and it's fun that it's colors I don't typically use together but I think they are fun together!

Have a smiling kind of day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

Kat Scrappiness Quokka'n Up Stamp Set

Kat Scrappiness Quokka'n Up Dies

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black

Copics

SU Cardstock

VersaFine Onyx Black Ink

Kat Scrappiness Spectrum of Love Slimline Patterned Paper

SU Retired Triple Heart Punch

Inspired By Challenge #389 Bumblebee

Today I am playing along with the Inspired By...Challenge for the week. I was inspired by the photo which looks like a bee and a butterfly so I chose an image that had both! My layout is roughly based on the sketch as well.  

I used the Buzzin By stamp set from Pajama Crafter Stamps. This bee with his butterfly friends just makes me smile! He's so happy!! I pulled out some paper and dies from my stash to complete my card. I can't wait to put this one in the mail to bring a smile to someone!

Have a super day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

Pajama Crafter Stamps Buzzin By Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Cardstock

VersaFine Onyx Black Ink

SU Layering Circles Framelits Dies

Not 2 Shabby What's Buzzing 6x6 Paper

Whimsy Stamps QuickStrips Dies

Jinkies!

I discovered that you can enter 3 times into the C.C. Designs Facebook monthly challenge so I decided to do just that! This is my second card that I am entering into the May Anything Goes Challenge Optional 3+ Patterned Papers!

I used some "vintage" My Mind's Eye papers along with The Gang stamp set for my card today! Jinkies! hehe!

Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

C.C. Designs The Gang Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

SU Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

VersaFine Onyx Black Ink

My Mind's Eye Stella Rose Hattie Papers 6x6 Paper Pad (from 2011!)

MFT Blueprints 13 Dies

MFT Blueprints 18 Dies

Scrappy Boy Stamps Stitched Circle Nesting Dies

Scrappy Boy Stamps Stitched Rectangle Dies

I've Searched Everywhere...

I had detectives on my mind after yesterday's Scooby Doo card so I pulled out the Scrappy Boy Stamps Cute Kids Detectives Collection. I kept it simple without a lot of layers and embellishments because later this year I will be donating some cards and they need to be more on the simple side.

Have wonderful day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

Scrappy Boy Stamps Cute Kids Detectives Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Cardstock

VersaFine Onyx Black Ink

Scrappy Boy Stamps Cute Kids Detectives 6x6 Paper

Scrappy Boy Stamps Cute Kids Detectives Outline Dies

Scrappy Boy Stamps Treasure Map Nested Die

Scooby Doobie Dooo!!!

The May Challenge at the C.C. Designs Facebook Group is Anything Goes with the optional twist of 3 or more Patterned Papers. I thought it would be fun to play along!

I pulled out the Best Buds stamp set and picked a sketch and started creating! The sketch is from a challenge blog that is no longer active.

I think it turned out so fun! and it makes me smile!

Have a super day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

C.C. Designs Best Buds Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Cardstock

VersaMark Ink

White Detail Embossing Powder

Scrappy Boy Stamps A 70's Family Paper Pack (retired)

MerMay 2026- You're Mer-tastic!

I have another fun MerMay card today! I used the Finned Friends stamp set from Crafty Stamp Co. and their For The Gentlemen 6x6 paper pad. Even though it's a mermaid card, you don't have to stick with just mermaid themed papers!

Don't forget that Crafty Stamp Co. makes it easy to find the mermaid themed products with their Mermaid Section! Check it out HERE!!

I created this card as a mini slimline card. A fun size that I often forget about but I do like it!

I colored up the mermaid/merman in koi fish inspired patterns. A super easy technique, just add some spots of a darker color and then pull that color out with a light color. 

I really like the sentiment, You're mer-tastic! I think that will make anyone smile!

Have a mer-tastic day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Visit the Crafty Stamp Co. shop HERE! Use the coupon code, DANNI to receive 10% off your order (some exclusions do apply).

Crafty Stamp Co. Products Used:

Finned Friends Stamp Set

For The Gentlemen 6x6 Paper Pad

Inky Paws Challenge #252- Week 3

Today I have more inspiration for the current Inky Paws Challenge! The challenge runs through May 29, 2026! Link your creations on the Inky Paws Challenge Blog for a chance to win $20 store credit at the Newton's Nook Shop! Check out the Challenge Rules before you create your project!

We have a super fun sketch for the month of February! For my card this week I used the fun Newton's Antics Stamp Set paired with papers from the A Cat's Life 6x6 Paper Pad!

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to grab out your Newton's Nook goodies and come play along with us at the Inky Paws Challenge!!

Have a super day and go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Newton's Nook Products Used:

Newton's Antics Stamp Set

Newton's Antics Dies

A Cat's Life 6x6 Paper Pad

Frames & Flags Dies

Life is better with a friend like you

I was excited to create with another cute stamp set from Pajama Crafter Stamps! Today I pulled out the Buggin' You stamp set. Love that darling little girls hair!! and her sweet ladybug friend.

This card is one that really makes me smile! Hopefully it will bring a smile to whoever receives it to!

Have a wonderful day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

Pajama Crafter Stamps Buggin' You Stamp Set

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Cardstock

VersaMark Ink

White Detail Embossing Powder

Not 2 Shabby Ladybug Hugs 6x6 Paper Pad

Pajama Crafter Stamps Circle Peek A Boo Die

LDRS Creative Mixed Scallop Rectangle Dies

Scrappy Boy Stamps Stitched Circle Nesting Dies

Whimsy Stamps Quickstrips 3 Dies

Stardust Stickles

You're so tweet!

I have another card today using a sketch from Kendra's Card Challenge #22. Today I'm using Sketch 6 and I thought it was great that you use the other halves of the papers from yesterday's sketch.

I used an oldie but goodie from C.C. Designs, Cute Birds. They are so adorable!

Have a fabulous day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

C.C. Designs Cute Birds Stamp Set

C.C. Desings Cute Birds Dies

SU Cardstock and Ink

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

Doodlebug Butterfly Kisses 6x8 Paper Pad

Whimsy Stamps Quick Strips 3 Dies

SU Layering Circles Framelits Dies

Sending Paper Hugs

I took a little break from creating with Kendra's Card Challenge #22 but I decided to get busy with it again starting where I left off at Sketch #5. 

This one was a quick one since I didn't do any coloring of images, just a fun die cut sentiment.

Have a super day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

SU Cardstock

Doodlebug Butterfly Kisses 6x8 Paper Pad

Kat Scrappiness Sending Paper Hugs Die

Kat Scrappiness A2 Stitched Strips Dies

Not 2 Shabby Spring Bliss Sparkly Dots

Rare & Extraordinary

I'm back today with another card using one of the sketches from the upcoming Inspired By The Sketch 2 book that Cristena from Crafty Stamp Co. is putting together!! I'm so excited for this book as I just love sketches and it's so nice to have these Inspired By The Sketch books handy!

Today I have used Sketch 126. I used the Rare & Extraordinary Stamp Set and the Mermaid Dreams 6x6 Paper. It was fun to use all the little "extra" stamps with the sketch. 

Have an extraordinary day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Visit the Crafty Stamp Co. shop HERE! Use the coupon code, DANNI to receive 10% off your order (some exclusions do apply).

Crafty Stamp Co. Products Used:

Rare & Extraordinary Stamp Set

Mermaid Dreams 6x6 Paper

Sea Glass Sparkle Crafty Dots

MerMay 2026- Don't Be Such A Guppy

I have another mermaid today for MerMay!! This pretty mermaid is from Crafty Stamp Co. and is Flounderin' Around Meadow! I adore her and her fishy friends!

Did you know that Crafty Stamp Co. has a mermaid section now? It makes it so easy to find all the mermaid themed items! Check it out HERE!!

This card went together so easily with papers from the Mermaid Dreams 6x6 Paper Pad and the Bubble Wreath Die coordinating with the stamped images.

I can't wait to create with more of the Crafty Stamp Co. mermaid stamps!!

Have a super day! Do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Visit the Crafty Stamp Co. shop HERE! Use the coupon code, DANNI to receive 10% off your order (some exclusions do apply).

Crafty Stamp Co. Products Used:

Flounderin' Around Meadow Stamp Set

Mermaid Dreams 6x6 Paper Pad

Bubble Wreath Die

The ProCRAFTinator's Club IG May Hop

I am joining in The ProCRAFTinator's Club hop this month on IG using the Pink & Main December 2023 Crafty Courtyard Kit- Bookworm. I think I've only made a couple cards from this kit so it was time to create some more!

The kit included 4 sketches so I took that as inspiration to create 4 cards. It feels good to use the kit instead of having it sit untouched!

Have a super day! Go do something for yourself and go get crafty!

Products Used:

Pink & Main December 2023 Crafty Courtyard Kit- Bookworm

SU Inks

Kat Scrappiness A2 Stitched Strips Dies

Sweet 'N Sassy Bookmarks & More Dies (now Creative Worship)

Scrappy Boy Stitched Circle Nesting Dies

Scrappy Boy Stitched Rectangle Dies

Whimsy Quick Strips Dies

Hammermill Cardstock

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink

Copics

SU Banner Triple Punch