jane's addiction

Framelit Latch Card....Stampin Companion

 Hello!  Today, I'm sharing a fun little project from the Stampin' Companion CD--it's called the Framelit Latch Card. 

If you have not ordered your own copy of the TJ's Stampin' Companion CD, you can visit my sidebar for easy shopping right now.

The sweet little bear is from Rick St. Dennis' brand new release, Winter Bears.  You will find Rick's images in stamp form ONLY at I Brake For Stamps.  When you visit, be sure to check out all of the Rick St. Dennis Exclusive images---lots of cute stuff!  You can SAVE with my coupon code, also!  SAVE10JANE

 

Have a great rest of your day!

TTFN, Jane

Sushi, anyone?

Now that the holidays are over, I have a few projects I needed to save.  This is my favorite one!

I'm always looking for creative gift ideas--especially for my oldest son.  He's 13 and has many of the "things" most youth want.  I, however, WANT time with him.  I always try to give a gift that appeals to him and creates a special time/activity for us.

I've recently fallen in love with sushi and my son is a fan also.  So, I created this cute little box to invite him to sushi and a movie with me.

The box was inspired by a project from the 3D and Fun Folds CD called, Double T-Slide.  If you are still wondering if you should get a copy.......YES!!!  Go here for more information :)

The adorable image is a digi from Karber Stamps.  I don't normally dig on the digi's, but can definitely see the usefulness of getting an image quickly and being able to manipulate the size for a project.  Not a convert, but an informed sorta fan???  LOL!

 

So my pal wanted to know why I made felt sushi (when I showed it to her....) uhhhhh.......because I could!!  LOL!!!  She's not a crafter so, apparantly she doesnt get it!

Hee Hee....the whole thing makes me smile!

And, my boy booked a date with me.....what could be better than that?

TTFN, Jane

Pretty Little Daisies.....

Another Happy Frigid Monday to you!!  I'm attempting to channel some spring like weather with my project for today---we are currently under a Winter Weather Advisory!!!

I adore this Gloriosa Daisy image from I Brake For Stamps!  I've combined it with a fun technique from the Technique Junkie Newsletter called Copic Stencils.  You'll find it in the December 2011 edition!

As always, you'll save in the I Brake For Stamps store when you use my savings code:  SAVE10JANE.  Be sure to share a warm hello with sweet Ms Della when you visit!

If you played along inthe IBFS hop this past weekend, head on over to the IBFS Blog for the winner announcment!  It coulda been you!

TTFN, Jane

Dude!!!!

Welcome to the first ever I Brake For Stamps Blog Hop!! Today, we are hopping in honor of a BRAND NEW release from Rick St. Dennis. These Rick St. Dennis Exclusive stamps are now available in the I Brake For Stamps store! Don't forget, you can save there with my coupon code:  SAVE10JANE!!

If you haven’t started the hop from the I Brake For Stamps blog, you’re going to want to do so. We are offering a $15 IBFS Gift Certificate to a random hopper. 

If you made it to my blog from the very beginning, I am hopeful that you've seen all of the wonderful inspiration from the DT plus some amazing guest designers!  In order to qualify for a chance to win, you've left a comment on every blog?  Please tell us which bear is your favorite AND anything else that might make our crafty hearts smile!

We are offering another chance to win on the Challenge blog!  You can win a bear of your choice when you participate in the current challenge--Fancy Fold cards. Please see the Challenge Blog for all of the details.

Thank you, again, for hopping along with us.  I hope  you've been inspired to go get inky!!

TTFN, Jane

Fancy Fold Clown

There's a new challenge over on the I Brake For Challenges Blog!!!  This time, it's Fancy Folds!  Being a true Technique Junkie, I immediately pulled out my 3D and Fancy Folds CD, from the TJNL,  and decided on the Tri Fold Card!

My clown image is from I Brake For Stamps and is a Rick St. Dennis exclusive.  I love all of his art, but these clowns are definitely my favorite! 

I added color to my image using the Sepia technique.  You'll find this one in the October 2009 edition of the Technique Junkie Newsletter.

You can play along with the I Brake For Stamps Challenge.  Make your creation, then link it up on the Challenge site--easy!  I can tell  you, (shhhh....secret, secret!) there will be a prize for this challenge---something from a brand new release....YOU don't want to miss it!  Tune in for the release on Friday.  You'll want to start at the I Brake For Stamps Blog.  It's gonna be great!

Here's a view of the Tri Fold card open:

When you visit the I Brake For Stamps store, you can save with my coupon code: SAVE10JANE

NOW, what are you waiting for?  Go create!!

TTFN, Jane

It's A Girl Thing....

Happy Monday!!!

I thought we'd start the week off Clean and Simple with a bit of art sponsored by I Brake For Stamps!

This cute little girl image is from IBFS and is called, Crying Girl.  The sentiment is also from IBFS, called Girl Thing.  Together, they make the perfect CAS card--don't you think?

Why am I all CAS focused?  Well, it's the current challenge at I Brake For Challenges--and, there are only a few more days left to play!  Hop on over to check it out and add your own CAS art.

If you visit the IBFS store, use my discount code to save a bit of $ on your order:  SAVE10JANE AND, say hi to Sweet Ms Della for me!

My card also features a great Junkie technique called Vintage Art.  You can find it in the TJNL's June/July 2011 edition.  It's a simple technique yet adds just the right amount of something to make it special.  It's also a great alternative to coloring in an image--give it a whirl!

TTFN, Jane

Stampin' Companion Blog Hop

Hey!!!  Thanks for joining us for our very first Stampin' Companion hop!!  I'm joined by some wonderful talent from the Technique Junkie Design team today!  We are sharing sharing inspiration from the brand new TJNL's Stampin' Companion CD!!  If you haven't started the hop at the TJ Designer's Blog, I'd like to enourage you to start here so as not to miss one single amazing  project :) 

 I selected this project to share because today is also my Mr. Man's bday!  The Captain is now FIVE!! (Take a peak at my posting introducing him oh....so long ago!!)

Anyway, my project is called the Gift Certificate box.  It is sized to fit a standard gift certificate and can easily accomodate those for business AND pleasure!  My kiddos love to make gift certificates for their dad and myself :)  I've been known to give some pretty "out of the box" gift certificates myself!  My favorite this past Christmas was "sushi and a movie" for my son! (Pictures to follow on a different day!)

This particular box features the Pennant Parade and Outlined Occassions (SAB, 2012) stamp sets from Stampin' Up!  Stampin' Up! colors are Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive.

  

 

 

 

 

Here's an inside shot of the box:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 This fun and creative project is simple to create when you follow the step by step pictorial tutorial found on the Stampin' Companion CD.  And, the best news:  this is just one of 70 tutorials found on this great tool!  You can order yours right now over in my sidebar :)  How easy is that?

Thanks for stopping by today!   Your next stop is the talented Nancy Dawson!  Make sure to see all of the projects, but don't forget, I love hearing your comments so, leave me some love :)  Enjoy!!!

TTFN, Jane

Stampin' Companion Sneaker Peaker

Happy Monday!!  I'm taking a moment out of my crazy to share another awesome project featured on the new TJNL Stampin' Companion CD.  I love when I am able to use something in a non-traditional way, don't you?  The Stampin' Companion CD has several tutorials which get you more bang for your die cutting buck!! How awesome is that?

The DIY Color Caddy tutorial relies on the unconventional use of a Bigz die sold exclusively by Stampin' Up!

As the mother of many wee ones, this is one of my favorite projects to use for their little friends!  We've given these Coloring Caddies in lieu of candy at Easter and Halloween.  They also make great "feel better soon" and "happy birthday" gifts.  If you are feeling REALLY creative,these would be great craft projects to do with a Daisy troop, birthday party, sleep over guests......you get the idea!!

Here's another view:

 

 

The details:  Stamps are Beary Best Friends, Beary Best Times, Beary Nice Wishes; Paper:  Island Indigo, DSP from Flirtatious Specialty DSP, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive and Daffodil Delight.

Stay tuned for more inspiration from this great tool on Thursday!!  Also, if you haven't ordered your copy, you can be one of the first to do so......just look over to the right on my sidebar for the link! :)

TTFN, Jane

Stampin' Companion From The TJNL!!

I've had a complete blast collaborating with Pat Huntoon on the latest AMAZING CD from the Technique Junkie Newsletter!  Earlier this week, Pat announced the details of this inspired tool on her blog.  In joining with her, I had a devil of a time picking just ONE of the tutorials to share with you!

There are a total of 70 tutorials on the CD.  All of them use 2011-2012 Stampin' Up! product--including new stamps, framelits, dies and other accessories from the Occassions Mini Catalog and upcoming SAB flyer!

You can preview one of the tutorials right here!

The best news for you:  the CD will start shipping next week!!  Now is the time to order yours and be first in line to receive this great tool!  Visit my sidebar for the link to ordering your very own Stampin Companion right now!

The project I am sharing today features the Negative Stamped Silhouette tutorial.  Stamp sets are Inspired by Nature, Tiny Tags, and Bright Blessings Jumbo Wheel.  Colors:  Early Espresso, Old Olive and More Mustard.

Enjoy!  TTFN, Jane

Baaaaad Blogger!

Soooooo......I thought I was so clever to start planning some upcoming blog posts.  Felt a bit of pride at my organized self.....

Then, I realized I haven't blogged since the beginning of December--shame!

Then, I realized I had been storing this awesome image from Stamp Camp---I'm so ashamed!  LOL!!

When I met Mary from Stamp Camp in November at the Greater New York Stamp Show, I instantly fell in love with this vintage Father Timey image :)

I've paired the image with the Cuttlebug Highlights (TJNL October 2008) technique for a simple Christmas card (no, I didn't mail those either--someone is getting a good long talking to!)

On the last eve of 2011, my wish for you is safety, peace and love.  Blessings, Friends!  See you next year! 

TTFN, Jane