SVG Attic December Color Challenge

SVG Attic holds monthly color challenges which are super fun to join in on.  It's super simple to get into.  Head to the blog challenge post which can be found HERE, check out what colors are announced, the rules, and create away using those colors and SVG Attic files!  Once you're done link your project and enter for a chance to win some cool prizes.  Remember, this is monthly so you have plenty of chances to participate and win.

Before I go on with my project I wanted to remind you to join SVG Attic for the Gifts from the Heart Blog Hop next week starting December 9th!

On to the project!

I decided that I wanted to take a break from traditional Christmas colors so for the December SVG Attic color challenge inspiration I made a quick Christmas card...in pink!  

Cute right?  I used the stocking gift card holder from the Cookies for Santa SVG collection for the pretty pink stocking.  I tweaked it a bit to make into a regular die cut rather than a gift card holder. 

The twine is from......you guessed it.....Trendy Twine.  I used the Strawberry Cupcake twine.  Love that color!  By the way they came out with two new Christmas colors.  Check them out.  I can't wait to play with them.

The paper is from the Jingle Bells paper stack by Recollections.  I topped off the pretty in pink card with some buttons I scored at Scrapbuck.com for $2 a pack.  

Ooh, so you like the little clothespin do ya?  Wanna know where I got that cute thing?  I actually got it from a local scrapbook store but found out and confirmed that Walmart has them in the kids craft section for pretty cheap.  I think you can get 50 for $1.99!  I know you want to stock up on them.  They are the cutest little things ever. 

So awhile back I mentioned I joined the Trendy Twine design team.  Well, this Friday is my very first post.  I'm *technically* not official yet and will be posting as a guest designer but come January 1st I will be the real deal!  Woohoo!!  I will be doing a twine giveaway along with my post so make sure you stop by for your chance to win! 

~Kasi

Craft Fair Prep

I was invited to participate in a local craft fair.  I was hesitant.  Sure it sounded way cool but will people want my stuff?  It took me many many weeks to come to realize that I need to get over my fear and just do it.  I sent in the payment for my space last week so I have no choice now!

I had quite a bit of stuff but not quite enough so lately I have been busting my butt working on making more items to sell.  I had no Christmas cards, tags, etc so that's what I've been focusing on the last three days.  I will probably throw in some other holiday themes and birthday themed items.

Here's a quick look at some of the things I have been working on.

Traditional colored Xmas cards and tags

Stepping away from the traditional with this tri-fold gift card holder

I'll probably throw up some more pictures as I create items.  I made some other things not pictured here so maybe I'll take some pictures of those later.

What do you think?

Halloween Coasters - Spook-tacular Blog Hop

Thank you so much for joining SVG Attic on their very first blog hop!  I hope you enjoy all of the spook-tacular projects that you will see which just happen to be made by some of the most awesome and talented ladies I know.  

So are you ready for more hopping?  Well, you've made it to the right place if you came from Ruthie's blog.   If you are just starting the blog hop then hop on back to the beginning which is HERE at the SVG Attic blog.

Now on to my project!

For the hop I made decoupage ceramic tile coasters, each with a spookily cute character from the Spooky Friends collection.

 

 

For instructions on how to make decoupage tile coasters visit my post HERE.  I did everything the same as in that post except added some additional spookily cute designs to my tiles.  You like?  Oh and yes, these tiles are waterproofed and full functional.  A perfect addition to you Halloween decor!

I know when it comes to hops you all like prizes.  Who doesn't right?  Well, this hop is no different.  For participating in this hop you have a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to SVG Attic.  My only requirements are:

1.  Become a follower 

2.  Comment on this post. 

That's all.  Super easy.  You have until end of day Sunday October 2nd to leave your comment. The winner will be revealed Monday and will be chosen at random.  Since it's so easy you have no excuse NOT to comment right?  :)

Oh AND there's also a grand prize, a $30 gift certificate from SVG Attic, so make sure you visit all the blogs and comment on the projects for your chance to win!

Next up on the agenda, for the duration of the hop (September 30 - October 2), use coupon code "SVGHOP" to save 30% off your total purchase.  Also don't forget to join in on the SVG Attic contest going on now.  Get the info HERE.

Here is the blog line-up.

Jessica B. 
Ruthie 
(me)------>Kasi  <----- (me)
Anna Dawn
  Jessica L.
Raven
Cristina

 Your next stop on the hop is the awesomely talented 

Anna Dawn

Thank you so much for joining us on the hop!

MTE: Guest Designer

Fall is here...well, not in CA exactly.  It's still hot but I'll just pretend we have east coast weather and changing leaves while I post this.  With fall comes the start of the holiday season.  Can you believe it!?  Since fall seems to be on everyone's minds lately I made a card that is quite fitting.  To tell you the truth I'm not exactly ready for summer to be over but oh well, guess no more beach cards for a few months.  Darn!

Awhile back I was invited to be a guest designer for My Thoughts Exactly which is an up and coming stamp company.  I have designed for them once so far back in July.  I made an ice cream cone waterfall card that you can see here.  For today's project I made a card as well.

I used the Sweet Thoughts stamp set from My Thoughts Exactly for the "give thanks" sentiment.  The best thing about these stamps is that you can mix and match words and phrases.  It gives you so many options!  You can even mix and match between the sets.  They stamp so clearly and sharp and clean up so easily.  I highly recommend trying a set out.  I think you'll fall in love!

The paper comes from DCWV's Ghost's and Goblins Stack and the Harvest Gathering Stack.  I used kraft paper for the base.    

I used two different twine colors from Trendy Twine, dark blue with light blue and white and also the Thanksgiving Bakers Twine, as a border or frame.  The colors came together quite well.

I finished of the card with two cute little buttons adorned with some hemp twine.

I hope you enjoyed this card.  Come back tomorrow for the SVG Attic Spook-tacular Blog Hop where you will get to see some great Halloween projects!

Father's Day is less than a month away!

This year is flying by.  Is it because I'm in my 30s?  In my 20s the time seemed to go so much slower.

Well since it's almost halfway through the year we know Father's Day is approaching.  I made a cute card featuring dad's tie.  I tried my hand at sewing once again for this one.  I really love how much the sewing adds to the cards.  It just gives it more dimension, more detail.

The base of the card is a deep burgundy that looks a little worn.  I used an argyle print green and burgundy patterned paper that matched the base beautifully.  On top of that I used a complimentary green colored cardstock.  I sanded the edges to give it a worn or distressed look then zig zag stitched a border.  The tie has two layers.  The base layer is the same color burgundy as the base card and on top I used a patterned paper from the same collection as the argyle paper.  I wanted the tie to stand out and I think the blue with the burgundy accents on it fit perfectly.  The caption was stamped using Tim Holtz's distress ink in brick red.

This card is listed in my Etsy shop at www.etsy.com/shop/19eighty

A little late but here it is...Mother's Day Card

A few weeks ago I was itching to get a sewing machine.  I had fallen in love with cards that feature the sewing technique.  Let me tell you one thing...I had never ever used a sewing machine before in my life...ever, yet I wanted one.  I was iffy about spending $100 on a sewing machine just for the use of sewing on my cards but a friend of mine saved the day!  He gave me his.  How awesome is that?  I went to my mom's the next day and she showed me how to set it all up and off I went sewing on pieces of scrap material.  Ummm, it's not easy!  Why did I think I could just jump right in and get going?  I am dreading the day I need to change spools of thread.  I'm not sure I'll remember how to do it.  And a bobbin?  What the heck?  I had no clue there was such a thing. 

After about two weeks of the machine sitting in my livingroom I decided to finally try it out on a piece of paper.  I was quite impressed by my beginners ability.  I could at least get a decent stitch...well, decent enough for me.  Today's card features the sewing technique.  I also sanded some of the paper down to give it a distressed look. 

Sewing along the edge of the middle part of the card

Used sand paper to distress the cardstock

Oh, also I used buttons!  I have never used buttons on a card before.  I have been dying to do so.  Can I tell you a little secret?  I sanded the cardstock after I had stitched it.  Big no no!  It sanded the stitching off and I used the buttons to cover the oopsie spots.  It turned out nice though.  It was a good oopsie in the end.