Merry Mouse Tag

Good Morning.  I am glad you could take some time out of your busy day and visit us here at One Crazy Stamper.  I can not believe how close we are getting to the holidays.  I still have what feels like a million things to do before them and need to find the time :)

Today I have a tag to show you using a stamp from the High Hopes line.  She is a cutie and is done very traditionally.

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, High Hopes "Merry Mouse", Copic Markers, Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink, Glossy Accents, Sakura Clear Glaze Pen, Stickles ~ Crystal and Gunmetal, Kaisercraft Rhinestones ~ Lippy Red

A close up of the image:

Copics Used:  E04, E11, E13, E15, E17, G21, G24, G29, R24, R29, R37, R89, W1, W3, W7, 0

Remember the "WINTER/HOLIDAY" Challenge is going on for the month of December.  Enter your projects for a chance to win two Wild Rose Studio stamps.

I hope you are inspired to get your holiday projects done.  So until next time we meet, keep crafting and have a wonderful Wednesday.

Hugs,

Fall Fun

Good Morning!  Welcome to another "Wonderful Wednesday" here at One Crazy Stamper.  The leaves are changing, the days are getting crisper and the apples are ready for harvest; must be Autumn/Fall.  And it is my favourite time of the year (besides Christmas, of course!)  I love to take lots of pictures in the Fall and that means lots of scrapbooking layouts.  I have one to show you today all finished using a High Hopes stamp; all I need to do is add pictures.

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, Image ~ High Hopes "Angel Bear Scarecrow", Copic Markers, Bazzill Card Stock, Time Holtz Antique Linen Distress Ink, Sakura Clear Glaze Pen, Kaisercraft Rhinestones, Cinnamon Stickles

A close up of the image:

Copics Used:  B000, B00, B01, B93, B95, B97, E31, BG11, BG13, BG15, BG18, E33, E35, E37, E39, E40, E42, E43, G21, G24, G29, V91, V93, V95, W3, W5, W7, Y13, Y15, Y17, YR02, YR04, YR07, YR21, YR23, YR24

Thanks for coming by today.  Don't forget to enter our "THANKSGIVING/AUTUMN" challenge for the month of October for your chance to win 2 Little Darlings stamps.  Until next week, keep crafting.

Hugs,

Woof! Woof! Christmas

Good Morning.  Glad you could make it for another "Wonderful Wednesday" here at One Crazy Stamper.  First, I just want to mention that I had an incredible time this weekend at the 12 hours crop and I am hoping if you are local that you can join us next time.  It was great to get to visit with Lora, her family, her staff, the guests that did "Make and Take's" and some of my Design Team sisters.

Now on to what you really are here for.  Christmas just keeps on coming this month and I have another cute High Hopes stamp to show you.  I know I mentioned last week that I enjoy using non-traditional Christmas colours and I have done that once again.  I also tried a new to me product Glitter Ritz and was pleased with how it turned out.

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, High Hopes "Dog Trio Block", Copic Markers, Glitter Ritz Cool Highlight, Kaisercraft Rhinestones Pink

A close up of the image showing the Copic colours and the Glitter Ritz:

Copics Used:  Dog 1 ~ E23, E25, E27, E29, E50, RV10, RV11, RV13, RV14; Dog 2 ~ T0, T2, T4, T6, T10, YG03, YG05, YG07, RV32, RV34, E50, E51; Dog 3 ~ E40, E41, E42, E43, E44, E47, E49, BV00, BV02, BV04; Bird ~ B01, B02, B04, BV0000, BV000, BV01

Thanks for coming by today.  It is not too late to join our "CHRISTMAS" challenge this month for your chance to win some prizes.  See the above pinned post for details.  Until next time, keep crafting.

Hugs,

A Mini Album/Book Card Tutorial

Good Morning.  As I told you last week, I have a tutorial for you today on how to make a mini album/book card.  This versatile little card/album has many uses ~ a card with wishes on each page, a mini album with pictures on each page and tag, a journalling book on a layout ~ and I will show you how I used mine at the end of the post.  There will be lots and lots of pictures and instruction and if you still have questions. just leave me a comment here or on my personal blog and I will answer.

The first thing you need to make this album is a single piece of 12" x 12" card stock.  This will be your base.

Step 1 ~ Using a scoreboard, score at 2", 6" and 10".

Step 2 ~ Rotate the page and then score at 3", 6" and 9".

Step 3 ~ Fold along all score lines, making the 2" folds into pockets.

Step 4 ~ Cut along middle score line, leaving 3" together.

Step 5 ~ Add score tape to the back of the page that is not cut.  Put this page together.  Next, accordion pleat the other pages to make a book.  Add score tape to the back of these pages to hold together.  Also, add score tape to the open ends of the pockets.

Step 6 ~ Cut tags for the pockets.  Embellish album and tags as desired.  Tie the album closed with a ribbon.

The white and kraft albums were just to show you the steps. Here is a picture of my finished album:

And this is how I used it:

Left side:

Right side:

I used it for a journalling box for a layout.  I have missed scrap booking as I have been making so many cards so I went back to my first love of paper crafting and made a scrap book page.  In keeping with the theme of the month "BIRTHDAYS" this layout showcases my 50th birthday.  I am still looking for a catchy title so if you can think of one, please leave it for me in the comment section.  

Supplies Used:   Bazzill Smooth Card Stock, Echo Park "Here and Now" Kit (12"x 12"), Echo Park "Here and Now" 6" x 6" Pad,  Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink, Whimsy Stamps ~ Birthday Greetings, Kaiserkraft Silver Rhinestones

Thanks for coming by today.  I hope you enjoyed my tutorial and will try one of these cute little mini albums to send as a card or use for your scrap booking.  Remember, there are just a few more days to enter our challenge for this month "BIRTHDAYS" as we will have a new challenge up on September 1.

Hugs,

Just Ducky

Hello y'all.  I am glad you could come by for another "Wonderful Wednesday" here at One Crazy Stamper.  I hope the card I have to show you today just brings a smile to your face no matter how you are feeling.  It is a perfect card to post on a rainy day here.

I have used an image from the High Hopes stamp line which is such a versatile line I am sure there is something for everyone no matter what your taste.

Supplies Used: Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, High Hopes Rainy Day Ducky, Copic Markers, Echo Park Here & Now 6 x 6 Pad, Kaisercraft Island Lagoon Rhinestones, 

Glossy Accents

A close up of the image:

Copics Used:  Duck ~ Y11, Y13, Y15, YR03, YR04, YR07; Umbrella and Hat ~ BG11, BG13, BG15, YG03, YG17, YG67; Ladybug ~ R35, R37, W7; Puddle ~ B21, B24, B26, B39; Sky ~ B000, 0

Thanks for stopping by today.  Don't forget about our birthday challenge going on this month.  See the pinned post at the top for all of the details.

Hugs,

Red Hat Girl

Good Morning and welcome to another Wonderful Wednesday.  It is my turn to once again post here today and I have a card using the new line of stamps called My Besties.  I was inspired to make this card because the hat reminded me of the red hat society.  I did a little research and this is what I found out about the beginning of the society :

The founder of the Society is artist Sue Ellen Cooper, who lives in Fullerton, Orange County, California. In 1997, Cooper gave a friend a 55th birthday gift consisting of a red bowler purchased at an antique store along with a copy of Jenny Joseph's poem "Warning". The opening lines of the poem read:

"When I am an old woman I shall wear purple With a red hat that doesn't go and doesn't suit me."

Originally the society was open for only women over 50, but now is open to all women.  Sounds like a fun time with girlfriends :)

Here is the card:

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, My Besties by Sherri Baldy "Downtown Abigail", Copic Markers, Memory Box Riviera Corner Die, Kaisercraft Silver Rhinestones, Silver Stickles, Glossy Accents

A close up of the image:

Copics Used:  Skin ~ E00, E02, E11, R20; Hair ~ E55, Y21, YR23; Clothes ~ 0, BV02, BV04, BV08, R32, R35, R37, W1, W3; Hat ~ BV02, BV04, BV08, G29,R32, R35, R37; Shoes ~ E40, E42, E43

Thanks for dropping in today.  Don't forget our challenge this month to use the colour kraft.  See the above pinned post for details.

Hugs,

Seaside Dreamin'

Welcome to another wonderful Wednesday at One Crazy Stamper.  Following our monthly challenge theme of "Summer Fun" I have created a card showcasing another of the Whimsy Stamps Elizabeth Bell  images.  Originally it was going to match the card I posted HERE but when I started colouring he went off in a totally different tangent and turned out oh so cute.  Guess I will just have to colour them up a second time as a pair.

Here is Little Jack and Bobbin Seaside Dreamin':

Supplies Used: Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, Whimsy Stamps Elizabeth Bell "Little Jack and Bobbin Seaside Dreamin", Copic Markers, Sakura Clear Glaze Pen, Kaisercraft Self Adhesive Rhinestones Silver

A close up of the image:

Copics Used: Skin ~ E00, E02, E11, R20; Hair ~ E17, E18; Clothes ~ B21, B23, B24, B26, E40, E42, E43, V91, V93, V95; Sailboat ~ YR21, YR24, E15, W1, 0; Rocks ~ E11, E13, E15, E17, E18; Dog ~ E43, E44, E47, R22; Sand~E21, E23, E25; Grass ~ YG95; Ocean ~ BG10, BG11, BG13; Sky ~ B000,0

Glad you could come by today.  Please join us in our "Summer Fun" challenge for the month of June for your chance to win some great prizes.  See the link above for details.

{{{{{HUGS}}}}},

#1 Dad!

Happy Friday! Today I have a Father's Day card to show to you that I made for my Dad using the Saturated Canary image called, Daddy's Girl. This image is so adorable and was so fun to colour, check it out....

SUPPLIES USED * Image: Saturated Canary, Daddy's Girl * Copic Xpress It Paper * Memento Inks: Tuxedo Black, Nautical Blue & Rhubarb Stalk * Copic Makers * Glossy Accents * Kaiser Crafts Rhinestones - Lippy Red

Here is a closer look at the adorable image to see the Copic colours used....

COPIC COLOURS USED * Skin: E11, E00, E000 * Hair: E49, E59, E25, E50 * Eyes: B97, B93 * Shirt: R59, R39, R37, R35 * Pants, Bows and trim on Shirt: B99, B97, B95 * Bunny Slippers: B24, B23, B21, R21, R20 * Teddy Bear: E79, E77,E74, E71, E70 * Ground: E74, E71, E70

 

Don't forget, you still have time to enter our "Flowers" challenge for the month of May for your chance to win some amazing stamps!

 

 

I hope that you enjoyed today post, and if you would like to see the iside of this card, please visit my blog =) 

 

Until Next Time, KeepCrafting!

Hugs;

 

Dreaming of Spring

Surprise!!!
As a last minute favor for Design team member Aaemie I get to post another card this week, and it's a bright spring colored card to finally celebrate the arrival of spring here in Alberta. ( Shhhhh, don't say it too loud, or the winter fairies might just decide to return and share a few more flakes of snow - horror!!! )

This adorable little dragon is taking a well deserved nap and dreaming of all of the pretty flowers soon to arrive. I have colored up Dreamy Dragon from Whimsy Stamps artist Sylvia Zet with my Copics, then added Icicle Stickles to the flowers for that extra shimmer and shine. The image was cut and matted with the Spellbinders Big Scalloped Circles die. Paper flowers are all from my stash of Prima, while the flower centers are either Kaiser rhinestones, pearls made with the Cream Viva Decor Pearl Pen, or cream Kaiser self adhesive pearls.

 

 

Happy Spring!

Good morning.  Today is the first day of Spring.  Does it feel like it where you are?  Not for us, we are still experiencing cold and snowy weather.  I honestly do not mind but I know there is a lot of complaining about it going on around me. 

The card I have to show you today is cheerful and happy like Spring and not a snowflake in sight.  It features a Whimsy Stamp by artist Elizabeth Bell. 

Supplies Used: Copic Xpress It Blending Card stock, Tuxedo Memento Black Ink, Copic Markers, Whimsy by Elizabeth Bell "Honeybee", Whimsy Treasured Moments Ticket Stamps, Whimsy Ticket Die, Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink, Kaiser Craft Rhinestones Aquamarine

A close up of Honeybee:

Copics Used: Skin ~ E00, E02, E04, E11; Hair ~ E25, E29, E31, E35; Dress ~ BG11, BG13, BG15, BG18, E41, E42, E43, Y11, Y13, Y15; Hairband ~ BG11, BG13, BG15, Y11, Y13; Leg Warmers ~ BG13, BG15, BG18, E41, E42; Flowers ~ G03, G05, G07, Y11, Y13, Y15; Ground ~ G03, G05, G07, E25, E40

Enjoy your day no matter what you are doing this first day of Spring.  Thanks for stopping by and don't forget about our "Anything Goes" challenge for the month of March.  You still have time to enter.

Penguin Pals

Hi y'all and happy Wednesday. My turn to post a project here using a stamp once again from High Hopes called Penguin Pals.  These little cuties are adorable and there are other animals like them as well. 

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Blending Card Stock, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, High Hopes Penguin Pals, Copic Markers, Sakura Clear Glaze Pen, Glossy Accents, Kaiser Craft Rhinestones in Black and Clear

Copic Colours Used:  Penguins ~ C3, C5, C7, C9, E50, E51, YR04, YR07; Shoes ~ E41, E42, E43; Hats ~ YG93, YG95, YG97; Ground ~ G3, G5, G7, E21, E25

Glad you could come by today.  Don't forget about our "Anything Goes" challenge this month.  You could win some High Hopes stamps of your own just in time for Easter.

Have a good day and keep crafting,

 

Make A Wish

Good Morning and Happy Wednesday......half way through the week.  Today  I have a birthday card to show you.  It is made with a High Hopes stamp.  I am enjoying these stamps more and more.  There are so many images as well as sentiments to chose from. 

Supplies Used:  Copic Xpress It Blending Card stock,  Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, Copic Markers, High Hopes Wishing Well, Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink, Kaisercraft Island Lagoon Rhinestones

Copic Colours Used: Wishing Well E21, E23, E25, E29, E49, Bucket BG10, BG11, BG13, BG15, Grass and Leaves G03, G05, G07, Flowers R81, R83, R85, Sky B000, 0

Thanks for coming by today.  I hope my card will inspire you to join our "ANYTHING GOES" challenge here at One Crazy Stamper for the month of March.  Take care.

Heather

February Tutorial ~ A Tri Fold Card

Good morning, crafty friends.  Today I have a quick but picture heavy tutorial on how to make my version of a tri fold card.  I tweaked it a lot to make it work for what I wanted it to do.  I have a confession to make ~ I had a video tutorial all filmed and was going to post it ~ but two things happened.  One, I kept filming my card off the screen so that you couldn't see what I was doing and second, I forgot how to upload my videos.  My camera is old and it has always been confusing as to what software supports it and I believe the original program is no longer on my computer.  So instead, there are a series of pictures for you to follow.  If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment and your email and I will get back to you with an answer.

 The Tri Fold Card:



Card open:

Supplies Used:

Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, Copic Xpress It Blending Cardstock, High Hopes Special Thank You Set,

Copic Markers, Bazzill Basic Card stock, Tim Holtz Tea Dye Distress Ink, Kaisercraft Rhinestones

Copics Used: BG11, BG13, BG15, E11, E13, E15, YG61, YG63, YG67, YR02, YR04, YR07

And now for the tutorial:

Step 1:  Begin with a piece of base card stock 6 1/2" x 11 3/4"

The reason for 11 3/4" is because I needed the center piece to be 5" across so that I could use my Punch Around the Page punch and have it even.  If you have a border die and would prefer to use that to make a fancy edge along the top, you may use a 12" piece of card stock. 

Step 2:   Score as shown in diagram.  At 3 1/4" and 8 1/4" and at 2 3/8" along longer edge.

Step 3:  Cut out rectangles formed by score lines, either by hand or with your trimmer.  Punch along upper edge with punch or die.  Round corners.  Fold on score lines.  This is your card base done.

Step 4:  Cut 3 outside layer pieces as per measurements shown.  If you use a 12" card stock you will need to cut the small piece 1/4" larger in both this step and the next.

Step 5:  Cut 4 inside layer pieces as per measurements shown.  If you use a 12" card stock you will need to cut the centre layer 1/4" larger.

And your card is ready to embellish any way you want.  Thanks for joining me for this tutorial today.  If I can every figure out the video, I promise I will add it to this post :)

Have a great day!  Until next time,

Hugs, Heather