tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91499941205651604692024-03-05T01:29:19.842-07:00A Need to CreateBarbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-26731190503160131582017-04-02T11:20:00.000-06:002017-04-02T11:20:13.511-06:00Combining two challenges...Happy April...and I could not be happier. We actually have something to walk on other than snow, slush and ice! Looking forward to some much missed sunshine, however looks like we still have a ways to go before I can break out the swim suit (HA!). In the meantime, my BFF and I decided to each choose a challenge and we would combine the two, hoping they wouldn't be too hard to meld.<br />
So Cindy chose <a href="http://just-add-ink.blogspot.com/2017/03/just-add-ink-353just-add-critters.html">Just Add Ink's</a> just add critters since she knew my stamp stash was plentiful of four legged friends.<br />
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My choice was the weekly sketch from <a href="http://casethissketch.blogspot.com/2017/03/case-this-sketch-215.html">CAS(E) this Sketch</a>.<br />
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...and this is what I came up with using the new stamp set from the <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product/Simon-Says-Stamp-Card-Kit-of-The-Month-APRIL-2017-WILD-AND-COLORFUL-CK0417-CK0417">Simon Says April card kit of the month</a>. The kit is sold out, but the stamp set is available separately. Pulled out my prismacolor pencils for coloring.<br />
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It was fun to see what we picked individually. Here is <a href="http://www.heartsdelightcards.com/2017/04/bella-birthday-challenges.html">Cindy's blog post</a> with her adorable rendition. <br />
<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-38891638387840884312017-02-19T20:27:00.001-07:002017-02-19T20:27:14.556-07:00Comforting Hugs...<br />
Feeling rather uninspired today. Not sure if it is the ongoing, never ending winter weather we are having or what, but tried to sit down and put something together for a few challenges. That usually gets the mojo going, but just not feeling it. Here is what I ended up with....again, not loving it but playing along anyway.<br />
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Actually managed to get it to fit with 3 different challenges...<br />
<a href="http://stampinkpaper.com/2017/02/sip-challenge-86-colors/">Stamp Ink Paper</a> - color challenge <br />
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<a href="http://addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.de/2017/02/challenge-229-clean-and-simple.html">Addicted to Stamps</a> - clean and simple<br />
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Hoping next weekend will feel a bit more creative. Until then....hope everyone has a great week. Since some of you will have a 4 day work week, that can only be a good thing, right?<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-65294341703152892992017-02-06T00:30:00.000-07:002017-02-06T00:30:00.703-07:00Happy Easter...I know...it's a tad early for Easter, since we haven't even made it to Valentine's Day, but had to put a little "spring" in my world. Just when I was hoping winter had subsided, along comes another 5-6 inches of the white stuff. Enough!!<br />
This is such a cute image that I grabbed from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Prettygrafikdesign?ref=shop_sugg&section_id=12598435">Prettygrafikdesign</a> on Etsy. All sets are on sale through January.<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-6929959143527624002017-02-05T14:14:00.001-07:002017-02-05T14:14:52.942-07:00A couple of Newton's Nook...Seems I was in the mood to fussy cut and paper piece this weekend. This was a fun card to put together with being able to use so many different cute design papers. The stamp is Newton's Nook <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/search?currency=USD&q=newtons+naptime">Newton's Nap time</a>.<br />
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Next is from <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product/Newtons-Nook-Designs-TOUCHDOWN-TAILS-Clear-Stamp-Set-20150901-20150901NN">Touchdown Tails</a>. This is a great set if you have those sports lovers on your card making list. This one is also going in for the sketch challenge with the <a href="http://papercraftcrew.com/pcc229-sketch-challenge/">Paper Craft Crew</a>.<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-15877715942733611962017-02-05T13:48:00.000-07:002017-02-05T13:48:59.131-07:00I only need two things...I am having so much fun with the February Simon Says Card Kit (which is sold out). <br />
Today it was my BFF's turn to pick the challenges that we participate in. She picked three, but I could not for the life of me, incorporate one of them.<br />
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I did use the cute <a href="http://papercraftcrew.com/pcc229-sketch-challenge/">Paper Craft Crew sketch</a>...<br />
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...along with the <a href="http://casmixup.blogspot.com/2017/02/cas-mix-up-february-challenge.html">CAS Mix Up Card Challenge</a>. This one may be a bit of a stretch. The challenge was to use 1) Corrigated cardboard..check 2) Stamping...check, and 3) One of many other "your choice" options listed. I chose watercolor which is used on the background. My concern is that it is a CAS Mix up, and when I look at this card, I don't really see clean and simple. However, my disclaimer is it's Superbowl Sunday, and I need to get to the party outside my cave, so it will be what it will be! Plus, I have a very important birthday card to finish up...shhh!!<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-48975053349112813182017-01-29T15:23:00.001-07:002017-01-29T16:12:57.133-07:00New digi's...I found a great little shop on Etsy, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Prettygrafikdesign?ref=shop_sugg&section_id=12598435">Prettygrafikdesign</a>. They have the cutest images, great service and all are currently on sale for 80% off! That's .99 for a set with multiple images. These little cutie patooties are from a set called Fox Love...perfect for a Valentine card.<br />
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Challenges entered:<br />
<a href="http://stampinkpaper.com/2017/01/sip-challenge-83-a-sketch/">Stamp Ink Paper</a> - Sketch <br />
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<a href="http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-anything-goes-35/">Simon Says Wednesday</a> - Anything goes<br />
<a href="http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2017/01/challenge-107-anything-goes.html">Crafty Gals Corner</a> - Anything goes<br />
<a href="http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/2017/01/challenge-462-something-fun.html">Cute Card Thursday</a> - Something fun<br />
<a href="http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/free-all-f45/f4a362-1-27-cuddly-snuggly-t615755.html#post21406086">Splitcoaststampers</a> - Free 4 All Friday - Cuddly/SnugglyBarbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-79859759125516673262017-01-29T13:08:00.002-07:002017-01-29T13:08:36.414-07:00A touch of spring...This put a little springtime "happy" in my world today. Haven't used any yellow for months, after all the wintry colors. <br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-28303179728726985432017-01-29T12:31:00.001-07:002017-01-29T12:42:50.335-07:00Several cards on this dreary, winters day....First post for the day is from the February card kit from Simon Says stamps. This is one of my favorites...with my love of coffee and such. It not only includes a great stamp set and other goodies, but the little coffee cup die is to <i>die</i> for!<br />
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<a href="http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/2017/01/challenge-462-something-fun.html">Cute Card Thursday</a> - Something Cute<br />
<a href="http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2017/01/challenge-107-anything-goes.html">Crafty Gals Corner</a> - Anything goes<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-44170431591271424232017-01-22T19:00:00.000-07:002017-01-22T19:03:10.344-07:00Pawsome pupHere we are, Sunday evening and once again, where did the weekend go? I did manage to try a new recipe for <a href="https://iamahoneybee.com/2014/08/06/lemony-raspberry-zucchini-bread-with-a-lemony-glaze/">Lemon Raspberry Zucchini Bread</a> that I had saved on Pinterest awhile back. I HIGHLY recommend. Absolutely delicious!! Also found time to make a card for the <a href="http://sendingpawprints.blogspot.com/2017/01/sending-paw-prints-challenge-2-blue.html">Sending Paw Prints </a>challenge. This "challenged" us to use the color blue in our pet themed cards. Sending this card along with last weeks entries to Sending Paw Prints to share with animal shelters and rescue groups.<br />
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Had a blast playing with my new Prismacolor pencils. The pup is from a stamp set by Newton's Nook called Fetching Friendship. The greeting is one of Simon Says Stamps, You Are Pawsome. Paper pieced his scarf.<br />
Also joined <a href="http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/2017/01/challenge-461-cool-colourstones.html">Cut Card Thursday's</a> challenge that required the use of cool colors.<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-74862812182628938222017-01-21T14:53:00.002-07:002017-01-21T14:53:43.806-07:00Digi funHappy Saturday!Have I mentioned how much I <i>LOVE </i>my weekends? It has been crazy busy in my work life, so when it comes time to play at home in the company of my fur kids and hubby (not necessarily in that order..), it is cherished. Speaking of cherished time, there seems to be a lot of tragic loses in my work families lives lately. Feeling very grateful for every one in my life that I am blessed to still have around me.<br />
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For today's card, I wanted to try some new digi stamps. Found this one over at Gerda Steiner Designs called Hedgehog Smooches. I entered this in their fun monthly <a href="https://www.gsd-stamps.com/blogs/news/love-is-in-the-air">challenge</a> where you use one of their designs, then they will send you a free digi for the next months challenge. </div>
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I colored them first with copics, then played with adding shadows with my prismacolor pencils. Just broke down and bought the 150 set <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Colored-Pencils-150-Count/dp/B005O2ZU68/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485035377&sr=8-1&keywords=prismacolor+pencils+150">here</a> for a great price. Heading back to the cave to play with them some more!</div>
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<a href="http://shoppingourstash.blogspot.com/2017/01/sos-285-stickle-me-elmo.html">Stamping our Stash - using Stickles</a><br />
<a href="http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-winter-birthday/">Simon Says Wednesday Challenge - Winter Birthday</a><br />
<a href="http://casology.blogspot.com/2017/01/week-231-forest.html">CASology - Forest Theme</a>Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-66610610223312218262017-01-02T16:00:00.002-07:002017-01-07T14:15:30.539-07:00Tim Holtz tree stencilHad to squeeze one more challenge in for the weekend. This one is for <a href="http://www.cardchallenges.com/2016/12/wednesday-sketch-challenge-sketch-313.html">MFT Card Sketch Challenge</a> .<br />
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I used the Tim Holtz tree stencil which gives a really pretty 3D effect with the layering. The sequence are coming off with a pinkish tint in the picture. 😒<br />
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Couldn't help but ink up some of those loved pet stamp sets I have been <strike>hoardin</strike>g saving!<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-12062120797188791972017-01-01T12:35:00.000-07:002017-01-01T12:38:52.920-07:00A New Year HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! It's been a fairly busy fall/holiday season around here. Seems like one thing lead to another and when the week was over, there had been no time for the craft cave! Perhaps my priorities need an adjustment! I did score an unhealthy amount of stamp sets and dies from Santa, so here's to a brand new year with brand new resolutions....MAKE TIME TO CREATE!!<br />
Nothing like a best friend miles away (but as close as technology allows) and a few challenges to get the jump start on the year.<br />
This one is a sketch from <a href="http://freshlymadesketches.blogspot.com/">Freshly Made Sketches</a><br />
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Many of the challenges were closed for the holidays, but we managed to find a few that were still open. We are having quite the snow storm here is Washington today, so what a better day to dive back in and hopefully have another card to share soon. Again, hoping everyone has a wonderful, prosperous New Year!!Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-1247922599770629942016-10-16T15:19:00.000-06:002016-10-16T15:24:26.684-06:00Clean and simple challenge..This is one for <a href="http://frame.bloglovin.com/?post=5157797913&blog=2630287&group=0&frame=1&frame_type=none&avpp=true&context=&context_ids=&feed_order=&click=0&user=0">The Paper Players</a> clean-and-simple challenge using leaves....yep, more leaves. Can't get enough of the falling beauties!<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-86751054624463056242016-10-15T18:00:00.000-06:002016-10-15T19:07:08.172-06:00Yes, three today!!Gotta love rainy, lazy days to get the mojo flowing. Actually, hubs just had knee surgery yesterday, so things are moving pretty slowly around here today. Great time to create....between "honey, can you get me.....".<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-38960714682791257592016-10-15T13:51:00.000-06:002016-10-15T13:51:00.336-06:00Totally Resistable...This one if for the <a href="http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-totally-resistible/">Simon Says Wednesday Challenge</a>. Any kind of "resist" technique qualifies.<br />
So many to choose from....I used white embossing powder for the leaves then water colored the background with distress ink.<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-84255457535700423472016-10-15T13:05:00.001-06:002016-10-15T13:05:39.594-06:00Nuts about you..Keeping the fall ball rolling, entering this one in the <a href="http://shoppingourstash.blogspot.com/">Shopping our Stash</a> weekly challenge. I think the <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product/Simon-Says-Stamp-Card-Kit-of-The-Month-OCTOBER-2016-Nuts-About-You-CK1016-ck1016">Simon Says October Card Kit</a> is my favorite one so far. However just got a sneak peak of <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product/Simon-Says-Stamp-Card-Kit-of-The-Month-November-2016-Thankful-Heart-ck1116-ck1116?currency=USD">Novembers</a>, which may get an equal share of the love....<br />
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This challenge is using the most delicious colors.<br />
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Also going with <a href="http://freshlymadesketches.blogspot.com/2016/10/theres-still-time-to-play-with-sketch_15.html">Freshly Made Sketches</a> for the layout.<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-34174810249256847012016-10-08T10:02:00.000-06:002016-10-08T10:02:08.098-06:00Falling leaves....How I love this time of year. Whether it's card making, baking or cooking up a pot of warm, delicious soup, it fills my heart with joy. Love the <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product?id=123561&currency=USD">Stitched Leaves</a> die from Lawn Fawn..added them to an embossed background and stuck on one of these adorable <a href="https://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product/Little-B-ACORNS-Mini-Stickers-102102-102102LB">acorns stickers</a> from the October Simon Says card kit. Adding this to their <a href="http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/">Simon Wednesday Challenge</a>. Hoping to get a few more made this weekend while the rain is falling and the mojo is flowing!<br />
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Here is the inspiration board for this weeks challenge<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-7643857771892158022016-10-07T15:16:00.000-06:002016-10-07T15:16:26.000-06:00Challenge funBoy, we are on a roll...Next up is a card created for two more challenge. <a href="http://shoppingourstash.blogspot.com/">Shopping Our Stash</a> challenge #272 (birds or feathers). I started to pa-rouse my stamp stash and couldn't believe the slim picken's when it comes to birds and feathers. The other challenge is from <a href="http://casology.blogspot.com/">CASology </a>where they have a cue word to use for your card. This week is "support" in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So, here is my take on the two. Have to say I feel like I've cheated a bit here. Used a patterned paper from the <a href="https://www.wildrosestudio.co.uk/products/harvest-meadow">Harvest Meadows</a> paper pack from Wild Rose Studio. Love, love, love this paper. I used Simon Says gold embossing powder and water colored the little feathered friend. Not sure I am loving the color of the bird, but it is what it is!<br />
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Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-82892199581318982042016-10-02T17:40:00.000-06:002016-10-02T19:32:22.314-06:00Going to try this blogging thing again....As you can see, it has been quite some time since I have been out to my long, lost blog. I have a lot of updating to do, but for now, I have jumped into a few challenges with my BFF that needs to somehow make its way to a public domain today...hence the pressure! Today I am playing in the <a href="http://casethissketch.blogspot.com/">CAS(E) this Sketch</a> challenge and also the <a href="http://colourq.blogspot.com/">ColourQ</a> challenge. I really need to get some practice in on these CAS cards. I tend to get way too "fussy" and forget how fun it can be to keep it clean and simple. <br />
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Here is the color palette from ColourQ and the sketch from CAS(E) this Sketch<br />
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The next one was pretty easy...almost feels like cheating! Tried some more water coloring with my distress inks for the background. So much fun. Every time it turns out different and the color combinations can be very cool! This one is for the <a href="http://sketchsaturday.blogspot.com/">Sketch Saturday Challenge</a>.<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-46728093548625497292015-01-03T19:25:00.000-07:002015-01-04T14:10:39.621-07:00Sketch Saturday ChallengeOne more before the day ends...this is for Sketch #342 over at <a href="http://sketchsaturday.blogspot.com/">Sketch Saturday</a> Challenge. A sure fire way to get me moving is to have a sketch to follow.<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-85000875084360309992015-01-03T15:07:00.000-07:002015-01-03T15:07:33.877-07:00Hello 2015!!Trying my hand at some water coloring techniques. Took a great online class months ago, but just now finding the time to actually play with all the great ideas.<br />
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This was done by smooshing (yes, that is a technical term) distress ink pads on an acrylic block, then misting with water. I then stamped a background image, the main image and the saying.<br />
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Same technique, but with less water added.<br />
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This one was done by placing the wet water color paper under a stencil until dry.<br />
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While the distress ink was still in my reach, thought I would use Faded Jeans for a wintery sky.<br />
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It's been awhile since I have even looked at my blog (over 3 years to be exact), so better see if I can do some "cleaning up". Please excuse the mess, but hopefully I will come out the other side with some new badges and more cards to share. Thanks for stopping by!!<br />
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<br />Barbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14461008126186797790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9149994120565160469.post-25701955823706247262011-08-23T17:20:00.002-06:002011-08-23T17:37:37.817-06:00OH NO!!!<b>Being the newby blogger that I am, I was playing around trying to figure out how to make my photos larger....low and behold, I ended up deleting my entire post!! ARGH!!<br />
Sooo..I will quickly try to get get these reposted since they were part of a challenge. Stamp is from <a href="http://www.bugaboostamps.com/">Bugaboo</a>...challenge is with <a href="http://www.craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.com/">Craft Your Passion</a>.<br />
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Isn't she a cutie? If you have never been to Bugaboo Stamps, you need to head on over...they many different styles and are oh, so cute!<br />
I was in the mood to do some coloring, so played around with this little free digi fairy. Unfortunately, I do not remember where I snagged her from...I'll keep looking. Had to throw on another crocheted flower...they are so much fun.<br />
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