Pumpkin Kitty!

I know it may seem early for Halloween, but all the fabulous new stamps and papers are in stores now!  I can't help it!   I LOVE 'EM!  So, here's a card I made with an adorable new stamp by Stampendous called Picket Pumpkins.  I colored the image using Copic markers, and I added some Stickles for a little sparkle.  Next, I used some October Afternoon houndstooth paper and orange cardstock to complete the card.  Enjoy!

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Crafting!

Amy

Special Thanks for Unexpected Kindness

Recently, I was blown away by a fellow blogger's kindness and generosity. I created the following card specifically for her. I made the card a few weeks ago, but I had to wait to post it to make sure she received it in the mail (didn't want to ruin the surprise!). This is one of my favorite parts about having a blog, being overwhelmingly touched and inspired by other people all over the world. To all of you who have been supportive, whether it's by leaving comments or sending me wonderful emails, I wish you the happiest of holidays and a very happy new year.

Amy Smidebush

I am also entering the above card into the DeNami Design Product Challenge #5: Punches. For more information about this challenge, please see my other entry and visit the amazing DeNami Design Blog. Supplies: Stamps: A78 Mini Cherries, D80 Small Cherries, J88 Large Cherries, You're a Sweetie (from TR09 Sweet Sayings stamp set (all stamps by DeNami Design) Ink: Tuxedo Black (Memento) Paper: Red, White & Dark Green (The Paper Studio), Textured Green (DCWV) Other: Copic Markers, Diamond Glaze, White Gel Pen, Twine (PTI), Scallop Oval Punches (Marvy)

I've decided to post another recent creation inspired by friendship. After finally getting my hands on some baker's twine, I couldn't stop the flow of ideas, and this is one of my absolute favorite cards from 2010. I hope you enjoy it, too!

Supplies:

Stamps: F172 Hello Friend (DeNami Design), TC51-R Texture Background (from Foliate Quad Cube by Stampendous), N232-R Chickadee (Stampendous)

Ink: London Fog, Paris Dusk (Memento)

Paper: Red, Navy & Gray (The Paper Company)

Other: Embossing Ink (Versamark), White Embossing Powder (Judikins), Delphinium Blue Flower Soft, Snow Marker (Marvy, used on belly), Stardust Glitter Pen, Pearl Pens (Viva Decor, copper=beak, black=eye, red=berries), Baker's Twine (Jillibean Soup)

More Holiday Cards!

As my Christmas Card Frenzy continues (come back on November 14th for DeNami Design's Christmas-themed November blog hop!), I made a few cards using stamps from some of my other favorite companies. I'm calling them my "Non-DeNami-National" cards. (Ba-dum-bum! Get it?) Anyway, I hope you enjoy seeing some of my other cards, but check back soon because I've been creating a ton of cards featuring DeNami Design stamps.

Sophie's DeLIGHT:

This card is inspired by my adorable, yet troublesome, cat, Sophie. While her sister, Izzy, is fairly laid back, Sophie has a knack for getting into trouble. Allow me to submit the following evidence...

Adorable: Sophie snuggling with her sister, Izzy. How cute is that fluffy belly?

Troublesome: This was once the sight that greeted me after returning from a week long vacation: ribbons and embellishments EVERYWHERE! I even caught Sophie in the picture with the evidence.

So now that you know some of the inspiration behind the design, check out the card:

I just adore the Fluffles the Cat stamps by Stampendous. They are so cute, and they almost always remind me of my Sophie. I also have a weakness for Christmas lights. I LOVE THEM! I pretty much HAVE to buy any stamp I see with them. Oh, and I bought the amazing Christmas Light String a couple months ago when on vacation in NY. Sadly, I didn't get the brand name, and I wish I did so I could not only get some more for myself but also tell you all about it. Sorry!

Supply list:

Stamps: Fluffles in Lights (Stampendous), Christmas Lights (from a Clear Acrylic set, brand unknown)

Paper: Green card and yellow glittery paper(DCWV), white (TPC)

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Cottage Ivy (Memento)

Other: Stickles, Copic Markers, Christmas Light String (unknown)

Snowy Peaceful Night:

I absolutely fell in love with this Snowy Night stamp from Hero Arts. Can't you see why? It's so peaceful and beautiful. Also, my new Swiss Cheese edger punch by EK Success was calling to me, and I'm really happy with the background texture it adds.

Supply List:

Stamps: Snowy Night (Hero Arts), Season's Greeting (Hero Arts for Archiver's)

Paper: Blue, White, Navy (TPC)

Ink: Paris Dusk (Memento), Starlite Silver (Brilliance) Other: Snowflakes (Starform), Silver Borders (Magenta Style), Ribbon (Celebrate It! for Michael's), Swiss Cheese Edger Punch (EK Success)

Vintage Santa:

This next card pushed me in a new direction, as I rarely work with vintage/antique images. I'm really excited about the finished product, though. This entire card was created using only two stamps, the Santa stamp by Magenta and the Pine corner stamp by Inkadinkadoo.

Supply List:

Stamps: Vintage Santa Quad (Magenta), Pine Corner (Deck the Halls set by Inkadinkadoo)

Paper: Silver, Gold and White Pearl Papers (Darice)

Ink: Embossing Ink Pad (Versamark), Tuxedo Black (Memento)

Other: Black Embossing Powder (Judikins), Copic Markers, Stickles