Christmas in July with Technique Junkies Part 3

Hello Everyone,
Today is my third post for the Christmas in July challenge with Technique Junkies.  All the projects are on the Facebook group page.  My card uses a lighthearted stamp and traditional Christmas colors: red and green.

Stamps:
Christmas Mug Shot  #SD732
Wrought Iron Panel 


I stamped the cat with black ink and wrought iron panel with red.  Added a few layers and some ribbon to complete.

Pretty funny!   So glad you stopped by.  See you next time.  Have a great day.

Karen

Get Well Card for the What We Do Best event

Hello Everyone,
Hope you are doing well.  Doing good here. Still under stay at home order here in Michigan.  My husband is able to work at home.  And, I have plenty of time to make cards.  I decided to participate in the Event going on over on the  Technique Junkies Blog ( see all the details on the blog).  They are hosting a What We Do Best (WWDB) event on their blog and on Facebook.


Week two is to make a Get Well card and envelope.  The idea is to send out cards now to show people we care.  Technique Junkie Stamps must be used.


Here is my project.  A cute little kitten hanging in there!

Stamps Used from Technique Junkies:
Hang in There Cat
Hang in There Sentiment
Houndstooth Check

The Houndstooth Check stamp was stamped with Rhubarb stalk Memento ink onto kraft CS for a snazzy background.  The Kitty was stamped in black ink on white cs and layered with black, Cherry Cobbler (SU), and kraft cs.  I added the Sentiment also stamped in Rhubarb Stalk ink.

This card is also posted on the Technique Junkies' Facebook page.  You can stop over there and check out all the great cards!!  So happy you stopped by today.  I have two more cards to post for the WWDB event over the next several weeks.  A thinking of you and a encouragement card.  See you again soon.

Karen

Christmas Kitty-New Stamp Early Preview with Technique Junkies

Hello Everyone!
A little change up here today!  Pat, owner of Technique Junkies, decided to release the October stamp collection early!!  We will still be having the regular blog hop on the First of October.  But, we thought it would be nice to give you a jump start on your Holiday cards.
The new stamps will be on sale --15% off --  from Sept 19 - Oct 10!!
Check out the Design Junkies Blog for more projects with Early Release October stamps.

I will also continue to share the September Releases with you through out the month.  So, lots going on in Dreamland this month and next month.  Can't believe it is time for Holiday cards already!!

Now, for my project.  This is just the cutest stamp!!  I think you will agree.

Materials:

Stamps: Christmas Mug Shot from Technique Junkies

Ink: Real Red - Stampin' Up

CS: White, red, green

Christmas Ribbon

Make It:

• Make a card from Red CS
• On white CS, stamp the Christmas Mug Shot with Real Red ink
• Tear a piece of red CS and add it to the stamped piece
• Wrap ribbon around green CS; tie in bow and add to card base

Super quick card and so funny!!  Even dog lovers would think this was funny!  I  added white CS and stamped Merry Christmas on the inside.  Hope you have enjoyed the early preview.  And don't forget to take advantage of the sale price to pick up your favorites from the October collection.
I hope you are having a super day and get plenty of time to make cards!!  See you later in the week with more Holiday cards.  Halloween and Christmas.  Take care.
Karen

Technique Junkies February New Release Blog Hop

Hello All,
Welcome to Karen's blog, Dreaming and Creating.  We are in the midst of the Technique Junkie February New Release Blog Hop.  You should have arrived here from Judy's blog.  

How did you like her fab project!!  Super, wasn't it??!!   If you are just popping in, you may wish to start at the beginning of the hop on the Technique Junkies blog.

 All the designers are highlighting the February New Release!  And to Celebrate, Pat is offering a 15% discount on the February New Releases Feb 1- Feb 8.  Awesome!!

Note: Extra Sale!!!!  All stamps in the Love Category are 15% off Feb 1 - Feb 8.   ---Just in time to make Valentine's Day Cards for those you love.

I am showcasing two new releases: Hang in There and Houndstooth Check.  I also added a sensational sentiment to tickle your funny bone.  And, used a background technique.

Materials List:

Stamps: Houndstooth Check, Hang in There, and Living on the Edge all from Technique Junkies Stamps

Technique Junkies CD Artistic Effects

Ink: Onyx Black Versa fine

Distress Stains: Worn Lipstick ad Aged Mahogany

CS: White, Pretty in Pink and Strawberry Slush from Stampin' Up

Pink Ruffled Ribbon

Pink Rhinestones

Make It:

• Make a card from Pretty in pink CS and add a layer of Strawberry Slush ( a reddish pink color)
• Make the Houndstooth Background using the Blended Stains Technique from the Artistic Effects CD--using stain colors listed above
• Trim background; wrap ribbon around and add to card

• Stamp Hang In There Cat on Strawberry Slush CS with Onyx Black ink
• Add to card with dimensional adhesive

• Stamp sentiment on Pink CS and layer with black CS 
• Add to card with dimensional adhesive
• Add three rhinestones

Now head off to  Sally Lynn's blog to check out  her lovely project!!

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you are enjoying the hop!!

Design Team Blog http://techniquejunkies.blogspot.com
Judy Jackson http://judysstampart.blogspot.com
Karen McAlpine http://dreamingncreating.blogspot.com   ----You are Here
Sally Lynn http://www.sallylynnmacdonald.com

Marilyn Hughes http://DollsEtc.blogspot.com
Kathy Stacy http://craftynurse4u.wordpress.com
Jane Bosi http://janembosi.blogspot.com
Tonya Davidson http://stampintonya.blogspot.com
Beth Norman http://sunflowers-dragonflies.ca/blog
Pat Huntoon http://patstamps.blogspot.com

Check back later today for Lost Coast Designs February Challenge and Vintage Stamping February Challenge.  Have a super day!!!  Oh, and Happy February!!  Didn't January fly by??!!   Love ya!

Karen McAlpine

Regal Birthday Card With Majestic Cat!

Hi Dreamers!
Let's have a bit of humor today!  I made this fun birthday card using a photo stamp from The Stampsmith called "Princess".  But, I think she looks more like a Queen.  LOL

Size: 5.5 x 7.25

Materials:

Stamps: The Stampsmith – Princess 

Queen Sentiment-Victorine Originals; Happy Birthday-

Gina K. Designs.

Card Stock: Baja Breeze and Chocolate Chip –Stampin’ Up;

Glossy White- Kromekote; Glossy Black.

Inks: Tuxedo Black - Memento; Vintage Photo and Black

Soot Distress Ink –Ranger.

DP: Free Bird Passion Robin’s Eggs (PL1066) My Mind’s Eye.

Other: Turquoise/ Brown Ribbon-Ribbon FX Hobby Lobby;

Fabri-Tac Glue-Beacon Adhesives.

Instructions:

•  Make a card from Baja Breeze CS and layer with Glossy Black CS.  
• Tear edges of DP and distress with Vintage Photo ink.  Add to card front.  
• Stamp cat image (The Stampsmith) on Glossy White CS with Tuxedo Black ink and tear the edges. 
• Layer with Chocolate Chip CS that has been torn.  
• Add this piece to card front. 

• Stamp Sentiments on Baja Breeze CS with Black Soot ink.  
• Cut out  sentiments and layer with Glossy Black CS.  
• Add to lower edge of card.  
• Tie ribbon in bow and add to upper corner of card using Fabri-Tac Glue

This would be a great card for all the cat lovers on your card giving list.  Or, just those who you feel deserve such a regal card!  LOL.

********Challenges for My Regal Cat Birthday Card:
Papertake Weekly: anything goes with optional vintage
Loves Rubber Stamping: anything goes
Through the Craft room door: anything goes
Creatalicious Challenge: Pets
Oozak: anything funny
Crafters Cafe: anything goes
One Crazy Stamper: birthday


How was your weekend??  Great, I hope!  Mine was quite good.  My husband's band concert was really good.  The band (Dearborn Big Band) sounded great.  And, the weather was perfect.   See you tomorrow with "something"--not sure what yet.  Maybe more of the watercolor scarp cards--there are three more of those.  See you then.  Love ya.
Karen