jane's addiction

I Brake For Challenges!

HowDEEEE!

Every month, I post a new challenge over at the I Brake For Challenges Blog......last month, our challenge theme was Easter.  I posted this cute little Gift Carrier from the Stampin' Companion CD to kick things off.  I was intending on sneaking in one more project before the new challenge was posted (today--see here), but.......well, I have it on good authority that I am not alone in the "my life is crazy" department!

With Easter, however, just around the corner, I couldn't let this share go.  This is one of my most favorite stamps from I Brake For Stamps---I'm confident I don't have to explain :)  I've combined it with the Simple Swipes technique, TJNL Feb/March 2012.  I wasn't sure about the colors at first, but I've changed my mind and find it to be soothing and expressive of the gratitude I feel for the Cross--that gets it a win win in my book :)

The tone on tone background bears the imprint of a new (to me) embossing folder from Tim Holtz :) It's so pretty....I couldnt wait to set it free from it's cellophane! (see Tim Holtz Alterations Texture Fades).

I'm wishing all of you a blessed weekend...full of springy weather, egg hunts, chocolate bunnies and a bit of stampy fun!!  TTFN, Jane

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Two Tags Easel with Mowlene--Stampin Companion CD!

Hi Dee Ho, Stampers!

No, I haven't completely fallen off the face of the earth....much like Mowlene, I'm still hangin' on the edge! 

Our unseasonable weather has me singing the Mowlene song (you are too, right?)  I get a big old chuckle out of all of the Humorous Seniors at I Brake For Stamps, but Mowlene is my absolute favorite!

Is kitchy a word???  I find this card "kitchy."  I crafted it using the Two Tags Easel tutorial found on the Technique Junkie Stampin' Companion CD.  It's a fun little card to create--Mowlene is a fun little image to color = Win, Win!

YOU can do both!!  Order your very own copy of the TJ Stampin' Companion CD right there -------> in my sidebar.

You can pick up Mowlene and a whole pack of her friends PLUS, save a bit of ching using my savings code SAVE10JANE.  Now, how's that for a happy spring???

TTFN--Jane

 

Stampin' Companion Blog Hop!!

Happy Friday!!!  I'm so glad you came by today!  The Technique Junkie Designers have a fantastic blog hop planned for you today!  If you haven't started from the DT Blog, please head back there so you are sure to see all of the fabby projects we've created for you!

Our hop today features projects from the Stampin' Companion CD.  You can read more about the CD here or simply visit my sidebar to order your very own copy!! 

If you've been on the hop from the beginning, you arrived here from Hetty's blog!  Wasn't her project great??? 

I love boxes too so, I created my project today by combining the Petite Triangle Box tutorial with the Orgami Stars.  When I first saw the Orgami Stars idea, I thought it was soooo clever.  The cleverness, of course, is inside!     

Here's a better idea of what the gift is really about!  This is the begining of my stars.  

My current boss/friend is sharing her last work day with me today.  I'm very excited for her new adventure despite my own sadness about missing her.  She'll be fabulous, but I wanted to give her this little encouragment for the days when she just might need to hear (read) it!

My sentiments are from a variety of sources, mainly:  Stampin' Up and Amuse.

Equal to the great projects shared on this hop is THE PRIZE!!!  On Tuesday of next week, Pat Huntoon (you'll end up there) will announce the random winner on her blog.  That person will get to choose 2 TJNL CD's for their very own--ANY TWO CDS!!!  How cool is that?

All you have to do share a little love on each designers blog!!  How easy is that?

Cool and easy...that's how we roll on the TJ DT :) 

You're off now to visit Lisa Somerville.......enjoy!!

TTFN, Jane

I Brake For Easter--IBFCC19

Wow!  I almost feel funny talking about Easter/Spring since we just had a major snow storm/snow day last week!  But, my friends, it is true and spring is just around the corner!  With the advent of a new month, the I Brake For Stamps team has a brand new monthly challenge to share!  This month, naturally, the theme is Easter--won't you play along?

My inspiration piece was created with....candy in mind, of course!  This cute little gift carrier box is the perfect container for some yummy Easter goodies--don't you think?  You can find the tutorial for this box on the TJNL's Stampin' Companion CD.  You can order a copy using the link in my sidebar, or visit the TJ site to learn more about this versatile tool!

The Stack Those Bunnies image and matching sentiment are both from I Brake For Stamps.  Follow the links I've provided to find each in the IBFS store.  Be sure to look around while you are there :)  When you're all done, use my coupon code SAVE10JANE at check out for some savings.

One of the reasons I love this image so much is because it is awfully fun to color.  Generally, I color everything with my Copic markers--this project was no exception.  I love the depth and vibrancy of color that the Copic markers provide. 

 

Here's a close up so you can see the detail in the image:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aren't they cute?

Okay....now, it's your turn!

TTFN, Jane

 

Sweet Baby A

No, I'm not being cryptic!  That's actually what I call the adorable little human who lives next door to me!! 

Baby A turned one a few days ago.  My kidlettes picked out a cute little stuffed something that sings happy birthday......one. word. at. a. time. when you squeeze it's tummy!  Meh!  Her parents are new at this and probably haven't been drivin' to the brink quite yet with the noisy toys!

I made her this little card featuring one of Sarah's ?Girls from I Brake For Stamps.  I just adore this sheet of images.  It tends to be my "go to" for little pumpkin events.  Check them out here.  Remember, you can use my code to save some $$ when you shop the I Brake For Stamps store.  Just key in my code (SAVE10 JANE) at check out!  Be sure to say hi dee ho to Ms. Della while your there!

I added a favorite/simple Junkie technique, also...if you've been here before, you'll recognize it as the Out of The Box technique.  If you aren't a Junkie.....can I ask, WHY NOT??  You can find out more here.

TTFN, Jane

Thinking of You--Just For Fun

Happy Friday!!

Today, I have a cased card to share!  I love using my Stampin' Up! catalog for layout and color ideas.  This card composition comes straight from the current Idea book, but uses stamps from Just For Fun stamps.

Lots of stuff going on--from the cutout birdcage image to the extra texture added by the hemp string.  I also embossed and partially inked the background piece with a polka dot embossing folder.  Rounded corners, embossed scallop accent--YUM!!

I'll be thinking of you--hope you have an inky day!

TTFN, Jane

V-Day...Come and Gone.....

I've mentioned the Valentine competition here before......each year, the Hubster creates these awesome valentines for each of us.  He totally swipes images from the internet, but his cards are awesome and loved the best.  Truthfully, I don't really compete, but in my head IF it were a true competition, I'd win for design every time!

Here's the card I crafted for the Hubster!  LOL!!!  The image is a brand new Humourous Senior from I Brake For Stamps.  Her name in Stressed Estelle.  I must admit, I have a hard time seeing her as an Estelle--I've only met one Estelle in my real life and she is sooooo FAR from this image.  I have a hard time wrapping my head on the name.  Nevertheless, you HAVE to see the whole sheet to get the whole LOL!!

The card itself is called the Swing Out card.  You can find this technique on the Stampin' Companion CD from Technique Junkie Newsletter.  Please use the link on my sidebar to order your copy now!  Although the CD features 100% current Stampin' Up! product, all of the tutorials are easily transferrable to other supplies!  Check it out!

Now that you've seen my card, the CD and the Humourous Seniors sheet, I know you want it all!  Remember, the CD can be ordered right here on my sidebar.  And, when visiting the IBFS store, say HEY HO to sweet Ms. Della and use my code SAVE10JANE to save :)

TTFN, Jane

 

Faux This and a Real Call....

Howww....Deeeee!  Happy Wednesday! 

Today, I have a cute little dressy number!  This is my favorite "fashion" image from I Brake For Stamps. I just love how the dress flows....

My card was completed using two TJ techniques:  Faux Washi (August 2011) and Out of the Box (October 2004)--An oldie, but a goodie!

I'm always interested in the techniques that help me use my tools in a new way--the Faux Washi technique definitely fits that bill and produces unique results.  You can learn more about these techniques and others by visiting  http://techniquejunkies.com

By the way, there is a Design Team Call right now at I Brake For Stamps!  Check it out .  While you are there, why not pick up a little something for yourself?  ;)  You can save on this adorable fashion image along with many others by using my coupon code SAVE10JANE. 

Other than that, have yourself a great and INKY day :)

TTFN, Jane

 

I Brake For Love

Love is in the air over at the I Brake For Challenges blog!!!  Check it out!

I created these cute little cards using the Frog Prince digital image from I Brake For Stamps.  Actually, my crafty girl, Sophia, selected this image for her class Valentine's this year.  Using a digital image is the perfect idea for a project like this!  First, I work out the details--sizing the image for the final project.  Then print the images on a sheet.  Next, she'll color and assemble the cards for her friends with her own personal style.  She loves it.  I love the homemade (of course)--always hate buying those boxes of premade valentines :(

The side of each card, holds a little wand full of bubbles that we found at Target.  They are so cute!  The girly ones have hearts and flowers on the top; the boys have shapes (red and pink vs green and blue).

As always, if you are shopping in the I Brake For Stamps store, use my coupon code for savings:  SAVE10JANE and, have a fabby day!

TTFN, Jane

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