2S4Y Bonus Sketch

Here is a card I created for the 2S4Y bonus sketch. This was my first time using Bella Blvd products. I picked up some papers from Estate Sale at my LSS last week. Beautiful and I love the cut outs for creating cards. I stamped a cut out with some Hero Arts stamps for a simple card.

Cards to Share

I'm going to keep this quick because I'm quite tired. I've been commuting to Burlington about an hour away (hour and a half with traffic) for my student teaching. We are just setting up the classroom and I'm exhausted from the drive. I hope I adjust quickly when the year starts. Anyway on to the cards. First up a card using scraps for the Etsy Inspired Challenge. The Etsy store of the week is Global Child Connection and I was inspired by this print.

Next up on Tuesday I was able to pick up the new Pixielicious at my LSS. I crafted with it that night but the craziness of the past two days means I'm only now sharing. I made it for the 2S4Y sketch. I used one of the elements and then the cut off strip on the bottom of the paper is my bottom border. I love Cosmo Cricket so much I'm already thinking of ways to stretch my new collection. Have a fab night and I will be back soon hopefully more well rested with a more thought out post.

2S4Y 59

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So I rediscovered these cute plastic flower buttons the other day going through my stash and set them aside to use on a card. Also I knew I didn't have many get well cards and thought having another one on hand wouldn't be a bad idea. So this tag and the buttons combined with the 2Sketches4You sketch inspired this card.

Some Thank Yous

First here is my card for the 2 Sketches 4 You sketch this week. They are featuring Bo Bunny stickers but unfortunately I don't own any so I went with Basic Grey papers and stickers from the Kioshi line. This is the thank you card I made for the teacher and students who I have been working with this semester. As a teaching student I have to make visits to classrooms to get real world experience. I was visiting a fourth grade classroom this semester and on my last day they made the cards below for me in art class. It was so wonderful to receive 20 homemade cards sayings things like thank you, we'll miss you, and congratulations (I am graduating with my bachelor's in May but will still be going to school until next May to finish my master's).

Two More Cards

I've been making so many cards lately because I've been on spring break this past week but as of tomorrow I will be back in school mode. Before things slow down on my blog I have two more cards to share with you. First up is another card for the 2S4Y sketch this week. I've used some SEI papers and a tag. It's a simple card but a lot of friends will be graduating with me this year so a stock on congrats cards would be good.

Next up my friend asked if I could make a mother's day card for her over break. I used the Caardvarks challenge of a photo inspiration. The green and white with the butterflies were the main inspiration for me. Unfortunately I didn't get around to posting this in time for the challenge but I hope my friend will like it. Remember to check out my paper flowers blog candy on my sidebar!

2 Sketches 4 You Card and Bonus Sketch

Its been a long time since I've played with the sketches at 2 Sketches 4 You but I've been seeing people playing along all over and I'm reminded how much I love their sketches. I've created this Garden Variety card for Kazan's sketch this week and this Joy Ride card for Sarah's bonus sketch. As you can see I'm still obsessed with my new Cosmo Cricket collections. I thought I would have a favorite but I find myself reaching for them all evenly. I've yet to try mixing them yet so maybe that's next.

Its finally sunny after days of rain here in NJ so its automatically a lovely day. Hopefully the sun is blessing you where you are as well. If you'd like to win some American Crafts flowers click here.

2S4Y Laura's Sketch 23

Here's my take on Laura's Sketch 23. I haven't participated at 2S4Y but I had some extra time this week and wanted to make a quick card. All the paper is from SEI including the tags. I love how this lines mixes so many colors while still looking coordinated.

Stamp Something and 2 Sketches 4 You

I made this quick card for my sister. She wanted me to make her a card since this past weekend I insisted on buying another set of St. Patty's day stamps even though I don't make many cards for the holiday. I bought the set just to get that cute little owl. I think I could adapt him to work in non-St.Patty's Day card. Which leads me to the Stamp Something challenge which was a favorite something challenge. Owls are my favorite trend in scrapbooking supplies. I also used Laura's Sketch #21 from 2 Sketches 4 You. Now after this quick card I need to get to sleep so I'm ready for my exams tomorrow.

Kazan's Sketch 20

Here's my take on this week's sketch at 2S4Y. I used mostly Sassafras Lass products but also used a Making Memories sticker, a Prima flower and some bling and ribbon from Micheal's. Currently I'm in the process of trying to change up my blog since I felt it was too busy so I'm keeping it at the bare minimum for now until I figure out what I want. So far this weekend has been a bust for me. I think it's because I overslept and haven't had much motivation but I've got get some school work done so I better remedy that.

2S4Y Laura's Sketch 19

Here's my card for Laura's Sketch 19. I pulled out some old DCWV Once Upon a Time paper and other soft and girly supplies. I love my Stickles that I got for Christmas and using them reminded me what an awesome touch they can add to projects. So many times at 2S4Y Kazan, Laura, and the designers make bows for their bard which is a look I love but I struggle with making them. But this sheer ribbon just begged for a bow to me so I gave it my best shot. Now I just have to decide who to give it to. Also below is my picture for their Eye Candy for Blog Candy celebration.


He probably wouldn't want me to share this or any photo, but I'll just hope he doesn't see it. This is my DBF last semester studying. We've been together for over five years and he may not be as hot as Johnny Depp (or George Clooney as Laura suggested) but I love him for a million other reasons including his willingness to help me with all my computer problems and giving his honest feedback on my cards.


This is the fun little activity I brought to preschool today for the science exploration. The preschool I'm working with is short on space and resources so the kids hadn't even gotten to play with magnets in their science center in the past. They really enjoyed exploring magnetism today. The sheer surprise and delight on their face when the magnet made objects snap to the top was great to see. Of course I also want to give a BIG thank you shout out to Melissa at LilyBean's Paperie for choosing my card as the winner of her Jillie Willie challenge.

2S4Y and Use Your Stash Challenges

Here's a card I made with the 2S4Y sketch this week. They just announced their new DT members and they have some amazing talent among those ladies. I can't wait to see their takes on the sketches each week. I also kept in mind the challenge at Use Your Stash. This month they asked to see ribbon and since I've been wanting to use all the fabulous ribbon I have collected I used some to ground the cute little deer. The papers are all from the new Colorbok Friendly Forest Collection. The leaves are from a fabulous Christmas swap I was in. I'm beginning to really feel better (nasty cold that's been going around) and hope to have time to complete a few more challenges this week. Now I'm off to write up some science plans for preschool. I'm really excited about this semester's preschool project that allows me to plan and execute science lessons. It's something I think the kids will have a lot of fun with and it will give me some great practical expereience.

Cupcake Cards

Cupcakes seems to be really in right now and after seeing them on sketch sites, in magazines, and then receiving the beautiful card below, I had to make my own cupcake card. I decided to use this week's 2S4Y Sketch from Laura. (Unfortunately I didn't get to post in time because my computer's hard drive went). So I borrowed the paper piecing idea from this month's Scrapbooks Etc magazine and combined it with the cute papers and embellishments from the Target Dollar Spot. The cupcake card below was made by Melody from Scrappy Jo's. Isn't it gorgeous?! Thanks so much for the valentine and I can't wait to receive the others from the valentine card swap.

3 Challenge Combo

For this card I set out to use only two challenges but wound up meeting all three at once. First I used Kazan's Sketch 18 at 2 Sketches 4 You, which I mixed up a little by making it square. Then I included polka dots (the background paper) for the Caardvarks challenge. I probably could have found something more obviously polka-dotted but I really want to use my new LilyKate paper from BG. Finally I was looking at the challenge at Card-A-Licious and already had everything I needed except something sparkly and since I've been loving adding gems to my projects, using them for the center of the flowers seemed perfect.

Cardalicious and 2S4Y

For this card I combined the challenge at Card-A-Licious (which was to make a "for you" card using green and letter stickers) and the sketch at 2S4Y. I've really enjoyed working with the SEI papers that Scrappy Jo sent me for the DT in January so I found myself reaching for them again. I love how others interpretted the sketch with an exposed inside and so I used the same idea. It's been freezing here in New Jersey so it's nice to stay inside with my craft supplies.

Kazan's Sketch 17

I made this postcard style valentine, and its five companions below, with Kazan's Sketch 17 for Pat's Cards 4 Kids 1000 Valentines Challenge. Pat is trying to collect 1000 valentines for her local hospital's children's ward. Pat and her friends are offering some wonderful blog candy for those who send valentines. Please visit her blog for the details and help out if you can. She has already received 429 valentines, but 1000 is still in sight. For all these valentines I used Heidi Grace Love of my Life Theme paper and Making Memories tags. The cute little mug propping up my postcard has been popping up on blogs all over the place and I just had to go to Target and get myself one. I was lucky that a sales lady searched in the back for me because they weren't on shelves yet and she said there aren't many to go around.

Laura's Sketch 16

I designed this for the Scrappy Jo's design team using Laura's Sketch 16. I used the fabulous SEI Poppy papers and KI Memories Lace Cardstock which are available at Jo's Store. Even though I created this early last week I just got around to posting it and didn't make it in time for the weekly deadline. But speaking of sketch sites, CPS choose my Happy New Year card for their Reader Spotlight which certainly made my day.

Laura's Sketch 15

I used Laura's Sketch 15 from 2 Sketches 4 You to make the last card I needed for my Christmas Card Swap. I used some DCWV paper I picked up on clearance last year. It's always cheaper to wait until after to pick up Christmas goodies whether its candy or wrapping or scrapbooking paper. Now that I've finished all the cards for my swap it's time to get making some for the family as well as finsih up some presents and shopping I have to do.

More Christmas Cards

Here's some cards I made a few weeks back and photographed about a week ago. I've made more since then, but I haven't gotten a chance to take photos in good light. I used an old sketch from 2 Sketches 4 You (Laura's Sketch 13) to complete these two. I'm having fun making cards and wish I could spend more time with patterned paper and less with computer paper. Unfortunately my school work has been intense lately. But luckily it will all be over next Tuesday. I can't wait! I'll have time to work on more Christmas presents and cards. I also have some work for the design team I will be sharing soon. I got to use BoBunny paper and Glitz frosting both of which are awesome.

Joke's Bonus Sketch

I created this card for Scrappy Jo's Design Team using Joke's bonus sketch from 2S4Y. Jo sent me some adorable Cosmo Cricket papers from the Hello Sunshine Line including Hopscotch and Clover. I really love the stitched owl on Joke's card and was inspired to use some of my fibers for stitching. I love stitching but embroidery floss is getting a little old. The fiber was much harder to deal with though I must admit. Also today my DBF took me to the LSS to spend some of my birthday money. It was great to get to see some of the new products I've only seen online so far. I bought some materials for flocking and my first pack of Thickers. I can't wait to get working on some more projects.

Kazan's Sketch 12

I created this card for Scrappy Jo's Design Team using Kazan's Sketch 12. I used the Eerie and Nevermore papers from Cosmo Cricket's line that she sent me. I loved how this line is rather subtle so it can be dressed up for cutesy kid pages but is also great for more adult pages. The adorable little witch is from Punch Studio. The papers she sent me gave me a great excuse to use some of the Halloween goodies I collected last year on sales after the season.