CAS(E) This Sketch & Hero Arts One Layer Challenge Combo!



Hello, friends!  Today I am stoping by with a card inspired by two challenges. 

First up is the new Hero Arts One-Layer Challenge -- I do love one-layer cards, so I had to play along!

My one-layer card was inspired by the very fun sketch at the current CAS(E) This Sketch #82:

When I saw this sketch I immediately thought of my Hero Arts "Monster Party" digital stamp set.  I sized up a blank card (paper size 4.25" x 11" with minimal margins) on my computer, inserted the image and sentiment following the sketch layout, and printed. 

Once printed, I colored in that cute little monster, stamped the Hero Arts speech bubble (from the "Write Your Message" clear set), masked the sentiment and monster and stamped some more Hero Arts goodness in the background using Soft Vanilla and Tide Pool inks.  I added white Enamel Accent dots all over the monster for a little texture.

Here is my finished one-layer card: 

Of course, who can stop there?  I mean, after all, I have this cute little layout all set on the computer ready for mass producing!  So, I cut three different colors of card stock to card size and printed them.  However, I wanted to do some colorful paper-piecing for this set of monsters, so I copied the monster image from my card to another Word document set up at 6x6 (with minimal margins so they fit) and pinted multiple monsters on to two different patterned papers by American Crafts. Since I copied the monster from my original card, I am guaranteed that they are the same exact size!

After fussy-cutting the monsters I added them to the colored cards, embossed a frame and stamped some zig-zag backgrounds, added some funny eyes for interest, and voila, I have a great set of birthday cards!  I also have some extra little monsters for future cards as needed.  Love that!

As always, thanks for stopping by...I appreciate your visits!

Judy

Simon Says Stamp Anything Goes - Happy Birthday!

Hello, friends!  I am stopping by today with two cards I made for the current Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge Blog "Anything Goes" challenge.  This week they are featuring products by American Crafts, and I used their "Hip Hip Hooray" 6x6 paper pad for both of my cards today.

I recently ordered the new release stamp set, "Oh So Fun," by Precious Remembrance Shop.  My stamps arrived the other day and I couldn't wait to start paper-piecing those jars!

And here they are together:

Supplies Used:
Stamps: All stamps by Precious Remembrance Shop
Papers: American Crafts "Hip Hip Hooray" 6x6 paper pad
Dies: "Stitched Rectangles" mat by Lil' Inkers, "Crisp Bows" by Memory Box 


By the way, the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge Blog is having a Design Team search if you are interested.  Check it out HERE for information.

Thanks for stopping by today!
Judy

CASology #101: WOOD

Hello, friends!  Wow, what a great week of celebrating we just had at CASology!  We appreciate all your lovely comments and, of course, your participation in the cue card challenges each week.  Now, onto CASology 101!

This week we are sponsored by Add a Little Dazzle, so be sure to check out the CASology blog for all the details.

When I saw the cue word this week, I thought of trees and the animals that live in nature.  That led me to combine a wood grain embossing folder with an adorable Birdie Brown freebie image I had in my stash.  The die cut sentiment (a Cuttlebug die) was cut in green to imitate grass.

I love adding Glossy Accents to sections of an image -- see the shiny red apples?

So, what clean and simple design will you be inspired to make this week in your neck of the woods?  Be sure to link up your card by noon on Monday (Central time). You will also be inspired by the many ways our Design Team interpreted the cue this week...be sure to check out their blogs, too!

Melissa Chipperfield
Judy Marino --> that's me!

Meghan McMillan

Tracey McNeely
Joyce Mehrberg

May Sukyong Park

Ardyth Percy-Robb

Gillian Ross

Kimberly Wiener

Jen Wills

Thanks for visiting,

Judy

NBUS #1: Happy Graduation

Hello, friends!  I'm stopping by today with two more graduation cards I made (the first was seen HERE).  These cards will be going to my kids' friends who are all celebrating their recent graduation from 8th grade...many of these kids have been friends since 3-year-old preschool!

I am entering these in Darnell's NBUS (Never Before Used Schtuff) Challenge #1 since these cards feature a sentiment stamp that I am using for the first time ever.  I went from never using it to using it on three cards!  Woot! Woot!

I think Darnell's blog is a HOOT -- she is an amazingly entertaining writer and if you haven't ever visited her blog djkardkreations you MUST go NOW! (And then come back!)  I am thrilled that she is challenging us to use our never before used supplies because, heaven knows, we probably all have some in our stash!

Thanks for talking a peek...and thanks for stopping by!
Judy

 

CASology - DT Feature Day 10

Hello, friends!

Today marks the final day, Day Ten, of the big CELEBRATION event going on at CASology! We revealed our 100th Cue Card earlier this week and our celebration concludes today!

Just a reminder that each day at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members has been featured at CASology. Today's final featured design team member is Jen!  Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Jen at CASology,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy!  This is the final day for a possible prize!

Thanks for visiting,
Judy

Happy Graduation

Hello, friends!  Just stopping by to share a graduation card (and two more in the works).  No challenges involved...other than driving my two recent 8th grade graduates and their friends to a bazillion graduation parties each weekend!  (That IS a challenge, believe me!)

Yes, I am in need of some serious graduation cards...and I need to make them in BULK!

So, I inked up my Clearly Wordsworth "Happy Everything" stamp and went to town coloring with my small Copic collection.  Once colored, I layered onto some multi-colored patterned paper and added some stitch stamps down the side (from Precious Remembrance Shop).

You can see that I stamped the sentiment several times on scrap card stock because I know I'll need more.

Then it dawned on me...I could color the sentiment using the school colors of the graduates, so I went ahead and colored them using green and yellow (my kids' school colors are green and gold).

I also thought it would be fun to add some white enamel dots on the colored letters for interest.  Makes a big difference, doesn't it?

I definitely have to get cracking on some more graduation cards...hopefully this will be a good way to use up some of my patterned paper stash!

Thanks for stopping by!

Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 9

Hello, friends!

Today marks Day Nine of the big event going on at CASology! We revealed our 100th Cue Card earlier this week and our celebration continues!

Just a reminder that each day at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology -- today's featured design team member is Gillian.   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Gillian at CASology,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy! 

Be sure to continue to check out the CASology blog every day through next Monday, June 23rd for more chances to win!

Thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology Giveaway WINNER!!!

Hello, friends!

Thanks for all the lovely comments you left for me on my feature day at CASology...I appreciate all of your visits!

I put all the names of those who left me comments in a hat and the winner is...

BARB GHIG who said...

Barb GhigJune 20, 2014 at 2:51 PM

Hi Judy, Congrats on your feature at CASology today!!! I really enjoyed learning more about you...and what a busy life you have! I love all the colors in your 'Thanks' card, and how you kept your design CAS, as well! It's something you do so well, and have inspired me to implement in my card designs...so, thank "You"!

My favorite style is CAS, but I do love to add just a touch of layering with die cuts...so, I guess that would be called Clean & Layered! Thank you so much for a chance to win in your giveaway...you are most generous!

 

Congratulations, Barb!  Please contact me and I'll get your prize in the mail to you!

Have a great day everyone,

Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 8

Hello, friends!

Today marks Day Eight of the big event going on at CASology! We revealed our 100th Cue Card earlier this week and our celebration continues!

Just a reminder that each day at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology.  Today's featured design team member is Meghan!   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Meghan at CASology,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy! 

Be sure to continue to check out the CASology blog every day through next Monday, June 23rd for more chances to win!

Thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology Anniversary Celebration and Giveaway!

Hello, friends!  I'm stopping by today to let you know that I am being featured over at CASology today, so go check it out!

I am so excited to be a part of the CASology Design Team because I get to help celebrate the 100th challenge this week!   I have a fun little card to share with you, showcasing my favorite go-to style: "clean and simple!"

I have never been a big fan of bulky cards with lots of layers.  I think the main reason for that is I mail most of my cards, and it is difficult (and more expensive) to mail bulky cards!  So, from the very start, I have always loved a flat card with minimal layers that I can easily stuff in an envelope with no fear of it getting damaged in the mail.

So, here is a clean and simple card to thank YOU!

Stamp by Precious Remembrance Shop, "thanks" die by Simon Says Stamp, inks by Hero Arts

As my way of thanking all of the wonderful CASology participants and followers, I have a little blog candy to give away!   I've included some goodies from some of my favorite stamp companies.  Just leave me a comment in the next 24 hours telling me your favorite stamping style and I'll draw a random winner on Saturday morning at 11:00AM.  Good luck!

I know I say it every week, but I really do appreciate your visits and your lovely comments...you are the best!

Have a great day!
Judy
  

CASology - DT Feature Day 6

Hello, friends!

Today marks Day Six of the big event going on at CASology! We revealed our 100th Cue Card on Tuesday and our celebration continues!

Just a reminder that each day at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology; today's featured design team member is Ardyth.   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Ardyth at CASology,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy! 

Be sure to continue to check out the CASology blog every day through June 23rd for more chances to win!  Also be sure to check back here tomorrow...I will have some goodies to share!

Thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 5

Hello, friends!

Today marks Day Five of the big event going on at CASology! We revealed our 100th Cue Card yesterday and so now you know...it's time to CELEBRATE!

Just a reminder that each day at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology  -- today's featured design team member is Joyce.   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Joyce at CASology,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy! 

Be sure to continue to check out the CASology blog every day through June 23rd for more chances to win!

Thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology #100: CELEBRATE

Hello, friends!  The big day has arrived...the 100th cue card at CASology!  Did you guess what the cue word is this week?  If not, here it is!

It's time to...

This is also the day that DT member May is being featured at the CASology blog, so be sure to check it out later on today and then visit her blog for a chance at some blog candy.  (I have to give May a big shout out for making it to the Top 5 in Gallery Idol...way to go, May!)

This week we are sponsored by Endless Creations... be sure to check out the CASology blog for all the fun celebration details.

I wanted to celebrate the fact that, not only is it the 100th challenge at CASology, but it is also MY 100th CASology challenge!  Yes, I am thrilled to say that I haven't missed one challenge since Melissa launched the challenge blog.  I joined the Design Team in January 2012 and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to play along each week...I definitely have reason to CELEBRATE!

Can you tell where I got the inspiration for my card?

If you guessed the blog header for CASology, you were right!

I do hope you will play along this week.  Be sure to link up your card by noon on Monday (Central time). You will also be inspired by the many ways our Design Team and Guest Designer interpreted the cue this week...be sure to check out their blogs and join us as we CELEBRATE!

Melissa Chipperfield
Judy Marino --> that's me!

Meghan McMillan

Tracey McNeely
Joyce Mehrberg

May Sukyong Park

Ardyth Percy-Robb

Gillian Ross

Kimberly Wiener

Jen Wills

Guest Designer: !neke

Thanks for visiting,

Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 3

Hello, friends!

Today marks Day Three of the big event going on at CASology! We're coming up to our 100th Cue Card tomorrow and we're very excited to mark this special occasion with you.  And, you guessed it, the PRIZES continue!

The first way to win is to go to CASology and leave a comment with your guess as to what our 100th Cue Card will be.  If you win, you will be our Guest Designer for the month of July!  The big reveal will be at our normal challenge time tomorrow, Tuesday at 9AM (EDT).   Head over and venture a guess!

Also, each day, at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology (today's featured design team member is Tracey).   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Tracey,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance to win some blog candy! 

Be sure to check out the CASology blog every day through June 23rd for more chances to win!

Have a great day,
Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 2

Hello, friends!  Happy Sunday -- and Happy Father's Day to all those celebrating the day today.  

Today marks Day Two of the big event going on at CASology! We're coming up to our 100th Cue Card and we're very excited to mark this special occasion with you...and there are PRIZES!

The first way to win is to go to CASology and leave a comment with your guess as to what our 100th Cue Card will be.  If you win, you will be our Guest Designer for the month of July!  The big reveal will be at our normal challenge time, Tuesday at 9AM (EDT).

Also, each day, at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology (today's featured design team member is Kimberly).   Once you've had a chance to get to know a little bit more about Kimberly at the CASology blog,  head over to her personal blog within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance at some blog candy!  

Be sure to check out the CASology blog every day up through June 23rd for chances to win!  

Thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology - DT Feature Day 1

Have you heard?  There's a big event going on at CASology! We're coming up to our 100th Cue Card and we're very excited to mark this happy occasion with you! And there are PRIZES!

The first way to win is to go to CASology and leave a comment with your guess as to what our 100th Cue Card will be.  If you win, you will be our Guest Designer for the month of July!  The big reveal will be at our normal challenge time, Tuesday at 9AM (EDT).

Also, each day, at 11AM (EDT), one of the DT members will be featured at CASology (today is challenge creator Melissa Chipperfield).   Once you've had a chance to get to know each designer better, head over to their personal blogs within 24 hours to leave a comment for a chance at some blog candy!  That's ten separate chances to win!

Be sure to check out the CASology blog every day this week, starting today!
As always, thanks for stopping by,
Judy

CASology #99: ANNIVERSARY

Hello, friends!  Another Tuesday has rolled around and that means a new cue word!



This week we are sponsored by STAMPlorations...be sure to check out the CASology blog for all the details!

While CASology is nearing an anniversary soon (i.e., 100 cue words), my husband and I are also approaching our wedding anniversary of 19 years.  I am also celebrating my 400th blog post today...does that count as an anniversary of sorts?  (That may be a stretch, but I'm still happy about it!)

For my card, I inked up two sweet sets from Sweet Stamp Shop and snuck in the word "anniversary" from a Hero Arts sentiment set.  This card is going to my DH on our anniversary...we started dating at age 17 and I think we might have looked this young when we started dating all those years ago!  (I had a pony tail and everything!)  

Here is the inside using a coordinating sentiment from Sweet Stamp Shop.

I kept this card "clean and simple" by using a monochromatic color scheme, minimal layers and embellishments, and one main image.  I love adding dry embossing to card bases, too -- I think it adds interest without distraction.

Now it's your turn!  Be sure to link up your ANNIVERSARY card by noon on Monday (Central time). You will no doubt be inspired by the many ways our Design Team interpreted the cue this week...be sure to check out their blogs, too!

Melissa Chipperfield
Judy Marino --> that's me!

Meghan McMillan

Tracey McNeely
Joyce Mehrberg

May Sukyong Park -- a current Top 10 Finalist in Gallery Idol!  :)

Ardyth Percy-Robb

Gillian Ross

Kimberly Wiener

Jen Wills

Thanks for visiting,

Judy

CASology #98: SHINE

Hello, friends!  Last week "buzzed" by at CASology and now we are ready to take on a new cue.  Get out your sunglasses, friends!

In honor of my DH's birthday, I decided to make a shiny card for the kids to give him.  I kept it clean and simple by centering the die cut letters and simple sentiment...the simplicity of the layout supports the sentiment.

In our books, it is so true...he is simply the best.  Happy Birthday, Jack!  :)

The letters were die cut from a sheet of sticky-backed gold glitter foam.  See how sparkly (or dare I say SHINY) the glitter foam letters are when the light hits them?  Such fun...and no need for glue!

Sentiment Stamp by Technique Tuesday - "Simply You" by Ali Edwards

OK, peeps, it's your turn to SHINE!  Be sure to link up your card by noon on Monday (Central time). You will also be inspired by the many ways our Design Team and amazingly talented Guest Designer interpreted the cue this week...be sure to check out their blogs!

Melissa Chipperfield
Judy Marino --> that's me!

Meghan McMillan

Tracey McNeely
Joyce Mehrberg

May Sukyong Park

Ardyth Percy-Robb

Gillian Ross

Kimberly Wiener

Jen Wills

Guest Designer: Gay

Thanks for visiting,

Judy