Girls Rock!

Hello Friends,

For today I am playing along with RetroSketches. At first I saw this sketch and thought I would pass but then it wouldn't be a challenge would it? Here is my card for today, enjoy!

I thought this sketch would make a perfect card for my daughter's first day of school.
Now the trick will be for her not to find it.. 

I really like the movement of the black border.
To me, having straight lines with this background and layout didn't make too much sense.

 Left: A detail of the stars with its lustery silver stars. I thought this would make the perfect 'neutral'.  Right: Detail showing the stitched border and the colors on the background that were colored using Distress Markers and a damp cloth for wiping the embossed areas.

Challenges Entered:
RetroSketches: Challenge #226



I cannot believe school in the USA is about ready to start up. Teachers and parents alike are gearing up for another year of learning and growing! Wow! Does time fly when you are having fun. But our fun isn't over yet! We still have two camping trips to complete before school and two more planned for after the school year starts. Summer isn't over yet friends; I am hanging on til' the end! 

So that concludes another post. More will come in the next twenty-four hours; that is a heads up and an apology for bombarding your inboxes. I do however, would like to thank you for joining me for this post. I hope you enjoyed your visit and look forward to seeing you soon. Until then, take care and happy crafting...

All the best,
Shawna 

Crashing Waves

Hello Again!

For today I am playing along with Sunday Stamps and Retro Sketches. Here is my card for today, enjoy!

Ocean scene illustrating crashing waves and ocean elements.
I stamped the sentiment on the vellum strip and on the card.

Masked off the border with painters tape. To avoid ripping
I put the tape on my leg then on the paper.

Detail showing the ocean scene.
The horizon is blurred to illustrate a foggy night/day.

Challenges Entered:
Sunday Stamps: SSC125
Retro Sketches: rs#213

  


I just got this shell die and I love it. It comes with two dies and they are so large I had to cut down a scallop level. The other shell is a conk shell again so large but I do have plans for that one as well. Click here to get a link for the dies. 

It is a beautiful day today and I am going outside to enjoy it for a bit. But first, I want to thank you for stopping by yet again. I do hope you enjoyed your stay and do hope you would like to come back again. So until next time take care and happy stamping!

All the best,
Shawna 

Rainbow Mosaic

Hello again!

For today I am playing along with The Challenge and Retro Sketches. You are being forewarned that this card is VERY colorful! Sunglasses may be advised. Here is my card for today, enjoy!

Colored the mosaic using water based markers. The stamp is a
retired SU stamp. It made a perfect mask for the rainbow to peak through the
sentiment.

Different shades of each color make for a beautiful stained glass look.

Detail showing the sentiment.

Challenges Entered:
The Challenge: #69- Heart Rainbow Inspiration
Retro Sketches: rs#211
   

The photo inspiration from The Challenge reminded me a mosaic; even though I know full well it is a quilt pattern. I think it is the contrast of color that make the heart.. Not sure but rainbow mosaic got stuck in my head! I had just the stamp to do the job. It is from DRS Designs here is a link to the stamp. Color everywhere!! Perfect for Spring.

Thank you so much for stopping by today. I really to appreciate each visit! If you feel like leaving me a comment that would be great. If not, no worries! I am just glad you stopped by for a bit of eye candy. Take care everyone and we will see you soon.

All the best,
Shawna 

Gift of Nature

Hello All,

For today I am playing along with Addicted to CAS, Retro Sketches, and Colour Q. All these challenges have inspired me to create this card.. Here is my card for today, enjoy!

Another one layer card. Heat embossed leaf scene
then added different shades of green using watercolor.

I wanted to take a different look at the word 'gift'.
Using the gift of nature seemed appropriate. 

Detail showing the emboss resist and watercolor.

Challenges Entered:
Colour Q: cQc #333
Retro Sketches: rs#206
Addicted to CAS: Challenge #83- Gift

     

I think this time of year in the Northern Hemisphere I think we all amazed at the wonder of life. Leaves are budding on the trees again, birds are singing again, and the sun is out thawing us all off. I think that is why I really enjoy living in a part of the world with four seasons. Without any one season I think you have a less time appreciating the one you are about to embark. For me, Spring is on the way.. And for that hooray!!

Thank you so much for helping me with my blog anxiety.. I guess everything is good from the outside looking in!! Also, I want to thank you so much for stopping by. Your visits and comments do inspire me to live a creative life! Take care all... See you sooner then later!

All the Best,
Shawna