Thursday, September 27, 2012

Trick or Treat ~ Shop Pumpkin Spice Inspiration

Hi there! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
 
Today I am posting and prividing some inspiration for the Shop Pumpkin Spice Blog.
 
 
I have been having fun coloring again!
 

 
This adorable little image is from Penny Black's "Mimi Halloween" stamp set. Isn't she the cutest witch! I stamped her with My Pink Stamper's "Darkest Night" Hybrid ink and she was colored with Copic markers. The sentiment is also from this set. It is part of the treat bag that another image in the set was holding.
 
The papers I used are from My Mind's Eye "Blackbird" Collection and Echo Park's "Chillingsworth Manor." I cut the sheet music from this 6x6 pad. The star and punched border were also from the Blackbird Collection.
 
Everything, except my image, was inked with Momento Tuxedo Black ink. I finished off the card with a button and some twine from my stash.
 
You can find all these products and so much more at Shop Pumpkin Spice! You really should check it out. The prices and selection are fabulous!
 
You may or may not know but there is a referral contest going on right now on the Pumpkin Spice Blog.
 
Here are the details:
 
***** CHALLENGE ALERT *****

  ShopPumpkinSpice is having a 'Get To Know Us' Challenge. The person with the most referrals will receive a

$20 Gift Certificate

to the Shop Pumpkin Spice Store

HOW TO PLAY:

 
1. Tell your friends to follow the PumpkinSpice blog

2. Have them leave a comment letting us know that you sent them!

 
comment example: "Wonderful Projects. MaryLouBlog.com sent me."

 
The person with the most referrals will win a $20  gift certificate to the Shop Pumpkin Spice store!!!

Contest will run until September 30th.

Winner will be announced on the 5th before the next blog hop.

Remember to post your own comment!
 
You can post your comments HERE.
 
Thanks for stopping today.
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!

 
 


Friday, September 21, 2012

Peachy Keen Stamps Challenge ~ 3D Objects

Hi there! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today I am sharing inspiration for this week's Peachy Keen Stamps Challenge.
 
The Challenge:
 
Create a project involving candles. You can wrap them, stamp on them, or anything else your creative minds can come up with!
We'll be awarding "TOP PEACH" to the player who uses their Peachy Keen Stamps this week and our two runner ups will receive a spiffy badge to display on their blog!
 
Guidelines:
- Design must be new
- Link up by 9/26 - 11:59 pm EST
 
 
I decided to create a decorative band for my candle using the September Stamp of the Month PKSC-09.
 
The scarecrow was colored with Copic markers and his clothing was paper pieced. I colored the pumpkin with Copic markers, also.
 

 
For some added color and texture I added some Autumn Flower Soft to the base.
 
Now it's your turn!
 
Head on over the the Peachy Keen Challenge Blog. Check out my design team sisters project for some more inspiration and then create a project. I can't wait to see what you do!
 
Thank you all for the sweet comments over that last few days. I really appreciate each one of you.
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!
 
 

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

PKS 2012 Halloween / Fall Blog Hop

This is the my second post for today. Scroll down to see my Scrappy Moms Stamps project.
 
Hi Peachy Fans! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today we are hopping! This is the 2012 Peachy Keen Stamps Halloween / Fall Blog Hop. The present and past Peachy Keen designers have so much for you to see.
 
If you have come here from Nikki's Blog: Scrappin Navy Wife, you are in the right place. If you just happened to be visiting my blog then you will want to start from the beginning at the Peachy Keen Blog.
 
Here is my Peachy project:
 

 
I created a treat box for you using the match box from  Cricut's Tags, Bags, Boxes, and More. I cut it at 4.12 inches so that it could fit 6 mini Reeses Cups.
 
The box is decorated using papers from the September Peachy Picks Kit. I cut the little monster from Cricut's Mini Monsters cartridge. I hid his face and stamped him with Peachy Keen Stamps PK-692 Monster Mash Assortment. My sentiment is from Peachy Keen Stamps PKSC-09 September 2012.
 
Other items used:
Mathy Stewart  Drippy Goo Punch
Halloween Baker's Twine
Lime Green, Orange Stickles
Ranger Glossy Accents
Button
 
The Peachy Keen Stamps Club is a monthly recurring subscription that you can opt out of at any time.  You get an 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of image and sentiment stamps eachy month at a special club price. The club is available for US residents, as well as, international residents.
 
You are still able to get these stamps without a subscription but the price will be different than the club price.
 
Now it's time to head to the next stop in the hop but before you go I need to share a few more things with you.
 
First, there is a Peachy Keen Stamps Sale happening right now! With every order you will receive a FREE Stamp. There are a few discounts to be had, too.
 
Secondly, We will be giving away a total of $150.00 in prizes for this hop! How AWESOME is THAT?!!! They will include: 1 $50 Gift Certificate and 4 $25 Gift Certificates. BUT you must leave a comment at each stop in the hop to have a chance to win. These gift certificates have been hidden and we do not know from which blogs the winners will be pulled. We will keep the comments open until Friday morning, when we will "officially" end the hop.
 
After you leave your comment, head on over to Lisa's Blog: 2 Angels in Heaven. She has something fabulous for you to see!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Bippity Boppity Boo! ~ SMS Terrific Tuesday Challenge

Hi Friends!  Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Are you ready for another Scrappy Moms Stamps Terrific Tuesday Challenge?
 
This week's challenge is to make a Halloween project.
 
 
I welded 2 tags together using the Cricut cartridge, A Child's Year, and my Gypsy. This cute little witch is a SVG from Lettering Delights Witch One.

 
I stamped her face with Peachy Keen Stamps PK- 560 Dolly Dumplins. I added Yellow Stickles to her buckles for some bling. The spider web border is a Martha Stewart border punch. Added on top of the border is the new Halloween Baker's Twine that is now available at Scrappy Moms Stamps.

 
This sentiment is from the newest release from Scrappy Moms Stamps, "Goosebumps!"
 
 
Now it's your turn. We want to see your Halloween projects. You can link up at Scrappy Moms Stamps!
 
 

Monday, September 17, 2012

Some Peachy Fun Coming Your Way!

Hi Peachy Fans!
 
Just a heads up that tomorrow all the Peachy Keen designers, past and present, will be having a Fall and Halloween Blog Hop!
 
Not only that, there is going to be a Peachy Keen Sale!
 
 
Come back tomorrow for the hop and to get more details!
 
See you then!
 

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Shop Pumpkin Spice Halloween Blog Hop

Hi Crafty Friends! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Shop Pumpkin Spice and the designers are having a special Halloween Blog Hop today! We wanted you to see the new Halloween Critters Kit. It is filled with lots of goodies. We also have a contest to share with you. I'll give you the details at the end of this post.
 
If you arrived here from the Pumpkin Spice Blog then you are right on track. If you just happened to be visiting my blog then you will want to head on over to the Pumpkin Spice Blog to start from the beginning and to get all the details about the Halloween Critters Kit.
 
For my project, I created a CA-UTE Halloween Card!
 

 
 
Aren't these little trick-or-treaters the cutest! I used the Mimi Halloween stamps by Penny Black and stamped them with My Pink Stamper's "Darkest Night" Hybrid Ink Pad. I colored all these cuties with Copic markers. Yellow Stickles were used to add a little sparkle to the witches hat.
 
All the patteerned paper is from Echo Park's "Chillingsworth Manor" 6x6 paper pad.
 
These items can be purchased at Shop Pumpkin Spice, along with so much more. Take a look around and discover what wonderful products are to be had. The prices are always at least 30% off retail. 
 
Now here is the challenge:
 
It's a referral contest! :) Tell your friends to follow the SPS blog and have them leave a comment letting us know that you sent them! The person with the most referrals will win a $20 to the Shop Pumpkin Spice store!!! Contest will run until September 30th. Winner will be announced on the 5th before the next blog hop...
 
The wonderful talented Lezlye will be showcasing the new Halloween Critters Kit for you today so make sure to keep hopping!
 
Your next stop is: Carissa at Happily Ever Crafting
 
Don't forget about the contest.
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!

Thursday, September 13, 2012

The Sweetest Thing ~ Shop Pumpkin Spice

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today I am bringing you some inspiration using products found at Shop Pumpkin Spice.
 
Have you seen the new My Mind's Eye "the sweet thing" collection? Let me tell you. It is gorgeous!!
 
I created this card with My Mind's Eye "the sweetest thing" Tangarine papers.
 
 
I haven't had a lot of time to really put into my crafting lately but this collection makes it easy to put together something quickly. It coordinates really well with each other.
 
Here are the products I used:
 
 
These can all be found at Shop Pumpkin Spice and the prices are amazing!
 
For more inspiration, visit the Pumpkin Spice Blog.
 
Come back Saturday for the Shop Pumpkin Spice Blog Hop and the reveal of the September Card kit. It's FABULOUS!
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!
 
 

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Eyes on You! ~ Scrappy Moms Stamps Sept. Release

Hi Guys! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today I have a simple shaped card to share using the newest Scrappy Moms Stamps "Goosebumps!"
 
 
This was a super quick little card to put together. I used Mini Monsters Cricut cartridge and cut this monster using the card feature. I didn't use the eyes and mouth. Instead, I masked off the eyes on my Peachy Keen Stamps, PK- 692 Monster Mash Assortment, and used just the nose and mouth.
 
This little guy just needs googly eyes so that is what I added. To dress him up a little I added some Lime Green Stickles and Ranger Glossy Accents to his spots.
 
The sentiment is from the newest Scrappy Moms Stamps release, "Goosebumps."
 
 
These are in stock and shipping as I type. AND, if you place an order this week through September 16th you will receive FREE Shipping!! Now that's a deal! Go check out allthe Scrappy Moms Stamps has to offer.
 
Thanks for stopping by today. Come back tomorrow for another project.
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!
 
 

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Angelica's Fond Farewell Blog Hop

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today the Peachy Keen designers, past and present, are hosting a Fond Farewell Blog Hop for our one and only Angelica Suarez.
 
Angelica is such a special person. Not only has she been the Design Team/Marketing coordinator for Peachy Keen Stamps for the past 3 years, she has been an encouraging friend. I've so enjoyed working with her! She has made being on this design team a real joy. Although, I will miss her, I know that she is going to be a success in her new venture and I wish her the very best.

If you arrived here from Melissa's Blog , you are hopping along in just the right order, but if you started here, then you will want to go back to the beginning to the Peachy Keen Stamps blog, because you're not going to want to miss one single crafty creation.

You may want to grab a cup of coffee and settle in. There is a lot to see.
 
First you should know that there are four $20 Peachy Keen gift cards up for grabs. To be eligible, you must leave a comment at each designer's blog and the PKS blog. You will want to do this as we don't know which blogs will be chosen to choose a winner.

Now onto my card!
 
 I wanted to create a Thank You card for Angelica.

 
Because I have been working more, I haven't had as much crafty time as I'd like so I kept this simple.
I used PKSC-05 May 2012 for my flowers which I paper-pieced. The sentiment comes from PKSC-09 September 2012. I added some crinkle ribbon and a brad to finish it off.
 
You have until Tuesday morning, September 11, to leave a comment on each blog. Winners will be announced on the Peachy Keen Blog on Tuesday evening.
 
Now it's time to head on over to Viv's Blog. She always has something wonderful!
 
Here is the blog list in case you get lost:
 
Peachy Keen Stamps Blog -- http://www.peachykeenstamps.blogspot.com/
Lauren Brewer -- http://laurenscreative.com/
Michelle Criswell www.scrappinwithmybug.com
Glorajean Beardall -- http://glorascrafts.blogspot.com/
Erin Lee Schreiner -- http://www.erinleecreative.com/

Friday, September 7, 2012

Halloween Treats ~ Scrappy Moms Stamps September Release

Hi Everyone!
 
I hope you all have been having a great week.
 
Today Scrappy Moms Stamps is releasing a brand new Halloween set entitled "Goosebumps."
 
This set is filled with wonderful spooky greetings that are just so fun to use with your creepy-cute diecuts.
 
I decided to make some lollipop holders to showcase a few of the sentiments.
 

 
To make the lollipop holder I used Elegant Edges Cricut cartridge and the book feature. I welded 2 together using my Gypsy to measure at 7 1/4"x 2 1/2". I then scored them at 4  3/8" and turned them and score again at 4 3/8."

 
For this one I used the skeleton from Paper Doll Dress Up. I heat embossed my sentiment with black embsossing powder and attached it with my Tim Holtz Tinby Attacher.

 
For this little guy, I used Mini Monsters Cricut cartridge. I used my Gypsy to hide his face. I stamped him with PK-692 Monster Mash Face Assortment. I added some Cotton Candy Stickles and Glossy accents.  I just loved this sentiment and thought it was perfect for this treat.
 
To keep my lollipops stable I added a glue dot to the inside and then punch holes and tied them closed with some Twinery Baker's Twine,  which is available at Scrappy Moms Stamps.
 
Take a look at this stamps set:
 
 
I told you it was a fun, fun set!
 
Now here some other fabulous news. Scrappy Moms Stamps is have an End of Summer Sale
 
Order anything from the Scrappy Moms Stamps Store and get FREE Shipping beginning today, September 7th - September 16th! You gotta love that!
 
Hurry over to Scrappy Moms Stamps to get your set in time for all you Halloween goodies.
 
Stay tuned for more projects using this set.
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!
 
 

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Happy Fall ~ Peachy Connection Challenge

Hi Everyone!
 
Last night Peachy Keen Stamps revealed the new September Stamp of the Month, Peachy Picks, and the add-ons for this month and they are fabulous! Also, there are several new stamps released from the Holler line,, Hollween Holler, and from our own Lorie Souther, Mini Country Bumpkins!
 
If you missed the reveal, no worries, you can check everything out on the Peachy Keen Blog or you can just go straight to the Peachy Keen Store. There is some bundle pricing that you are going to want to check out.
 
Over on the Peachy Connection there was a release party along with some challenges that you can read about and play along.
 
This is the card that I made for the first challenge. The challenge is include 3 of something.
 
 
I used the brand new Septermber Stamp of the Month for my scrarecrow , his cute little face, and sentiment. He was colored with Copics and paper pieced.
 
Other items used:
 
Just because Cards Cricut cartridge ~ Corn
Paper Doll Dress Up Cricut cartridge ~ Fence
Fiscars Grass Punch
 
You have until 1 AM, Monday September 10th to submit a project for the challenges. You can check out all the details on the Peachy Keen Connection .
 
Have fun Peachy friends!
 

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

September Peachy Peek!

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
This is my second post and my second Peachy Peek! Please scroll down to see my Scrappy Moms Stamps post. It has a Peachy Peek, too!
 
I know you all must be excited because this month's Peachy Keen Stamps kit is just wonderful and so, so fun!
 
 
Isn't this witch just the cutest! I had so much fun coloring her and paper-piecing her.
This cute little witch is one of the stamps included in the Peachy keen Stamps September Kit of the Month. She is just adorable with her cute little face!
 
I paired her up with a cauldron that I cut with my Cricut Expression and the Mini Monsters Cricut cartridge.
 
All the cardstock here is from the September Peachy Picks kit.
 
I added a heat embossed spider web and spider that is also new for September. It is f
rom one of the add-on sets. PK-130 Spider and Web. The sentiment is also from this set.
 
You can find more Peachy Peeks on the Peachy Keen Blog.
 
I'll be back with more peeks later this week!
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!
 
 
 

SMS Terrific Tuesday Challenge with a Peachy Peek!

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
I hope you all had a wonderful Labor Day. I spent it with my daughters so, I had a wonderful day!
 
Today I am sharing a card I made as inspiration for a new Scrappy Moms Stamps Terrific Tuesday Challenge.
 
The challenge: Make a shaped card.
 
 
For my shaped card I welded 2 of the book shapes together from Elegant Edges Cricut cartridge then layered a smaller cut on top.
 
The sentiment I chose is from Scrappy Moms Stamps "Bewitched" set. This is such a fun set!

 
This little bat is actually a sneak peek of the newest Peachy Keen Stamps September Kit of the Month. He was colored with Copic markers and then painted with Tattered Angels Glimmer Glam Glitter Paint for some sparkle. I, then,  put him on an Action Wobble, which you can purchase from Scrappy Moms Stamps.

 
I stamped the inside with another sentiment from Scrappy Moms Stamps "Bewitched" stamps. The little bats are inculded in this set, also.
 
As you can see Scrappy Moms Stamps can compliment your Peachy Keen Stamps perfectly.
 
Be sure to check out the Scrappy Moms Stamps Blog to see what my design team sisters have created then, create an shape and link up!
 
Come back later to see another Peachy Peek!
 

Saturday, September 1, 2012

School Is Cool ~ Pumpkin Spice Blog Hop

Hi Paper Lovers! Welcome to Luv Scrapping Together!
 
Today is the first Saturday of the new month so that means it's time for another Pumpkin Spice Blog Hop.
 
If you came from the super talented June's blog: Simply Elegant Paper Crafts, then you are in the right place. If you just happened to stop by and want to start from the beginning then head on over to the Pumpkin Spice Blog.
 
Our theme for this month's hop is Labor Day/ Back to School.
 
I decided to go with Back to School. Why? Well, because I have this wonderful My Mind's Eye School Daze 6x6 pad that was calling out to me. Psst... You can purchase this at Shop Pumpkin Spice! ;)
 
 
I don't want to keep you too long because I know you want to join in the fun so here are the products I used:
 
My Mind's Eye School Daze 6x6 pad ( background papers and sentiment )
Echo Park Happy Days ( red polka dots )
Create A Critter ( apple )
Peachy Keen Stamps ~ PK-560 Dolly Dumplins  ( face )
 
For this blog hop, Pumpkin Spice is having a challenge.
 
Here are the details:
 
Challenge: In honor of Labor Day, make something Celebrating America! It can be 4th of July or anything that celebrates America!
 
Prize: Yankee Doodle Stamp Set ( this is not the kit, just the stamp set.) This set is an exclusive set the can only be found at Shop Pumpkin Spice!

Now it's time to head on over the our new mommy's blog: Court's Crafts. She has something wonderful to share.
 
Have a safe and fun-filled holiday, my friends!
 
Until next time...
Happy Crafting!