Sunday, September 30, 2012

Crafters of Faith Blog Hop

To God who gives our daily bread A thankful song we raise, And pray that he who sends us food May fill our hearts with praise. Thomas Tallis (1505-1585)

 Welcome to the first Crafters of Faith Blog Hop!
We are so blessed to have you stop by and celebrate the beauty of AUTUMN with us!
The Crafters of Faith blogging group is a joyous blending of christian friends ~ joined together to fellowship, share our faith, build friendships and craft together!

If you are just visiting and would like to hop with us, welcome! If you hopping along already, you should have arrived from my sweet friend Carol W's blog.

This month, our hostess is Carol S! She gave us a wonderful Harvest challenge and here is what she asked us to create: "I love FALL, the colors and the smells! I would like to propose that we make a card with fall colors, it should include fruits and vegetables to remind us of the harvest. When my kids were small, I canned peaches and pears, made pickles and such. So much fun to open those jars in the dead of winter! I am looking so forward to the fall festival of Sukkoth (Feast of Tabernacles). To Biblical historians, this is the actual time of Christ's Birth and many people believe this will also be the season of HIS return. Blessings All!"

To celebrate in this glorious season upon us, here is the card I created for you!


I've use Papertrey Ink's Friendship Jar set and Fall Friendship Jar Fillers. I also paired that with the verse and paper from PTI too.
From here, continuing hopping to Tami's blog to see what Autumn splendor she has waiting for you! We also have a special little giveaway for one lucky hopper today and you can find that on Kelly's blog - the last stop on the hop! Thank you for stopping by today! In this glorious season of Fall, and the wonders of the earth changing to gorgeous colors .... in a time of gratitude and thanksgiving ... we wish many blessings for you!

Carol S.
Carolina
LizW
Jackie
LizD
Sharon
Darlene
Jeanette
Carol W.
Kadie
Tami
Barb
April
Kelly

Friday, September 28, 2012

CLOSED--Cuttlebug Candy

**THIS POST IS CLOSED. WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY**

Hi Friends!

I wanted to pop in and let you know about a very special Blog Candy giveaway that I'm having! Starting today (Aug 22) and going through Sept 30, I will be raffling off a CUTTLEBUG!

There will also be a second prize up for grabs that will include a SEW EASY tool, pad and 2 applicators, 500 sheets of 6x6 paper, SU ink pad and a few other choice stamps and embellishments!

All you have to do to get entered to win is:

* Be a follower of my blog
* Leave a comment on this post
* Spread the word about the giveaway in a post or on your side bar

Even if you already have a Cuttlebug, please feel free to enter! You may have a friend that you could bless with this gift or one of the other prizes. :)
I will choose 2 winners with the help of random org on the morning of October 1.
Thank you all for visiting my blog and encouraging me in this craft that I love so much!

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Happy Fall



Hello, Friends!
I'm glad you stopped by today, because it's Deconstructed Sketch time! Get ready for another FAB week and this week's sketch #71 is designed by Lori Boyd.
For my card I've used an adorable digi stamp from Tiddly Inks. This is Wryn (pick up sticks ) and she's popping by just to wish you all a HAPPY FALL! I've paired Wryn with papers from Basic Grey Oxford and sentiment from Unity Stamps.

I hope that you will join us for sketch 71! Be sure to visit all the Sketch Girls to see how they've used this week's sketch! Have a great day!

Amber Hight
Amy Sheffer
Arielle Gordon
Cresta Woodruff-Guest Designer
Donna Wardle
Jen Shults
Jessica Diedrich
Kadie Ensley
Lori Boyd
Sheri Gilson
Tracey Pickersgill

Monday, September 24, 2012

You're A Classic



Hi Friends!
It's time for another challenge over at The Pink Elephant! And this week all you have to do is use a HEXAGON or CHEVRON (or chevron pattern, as I did) on your card or project.

For my card I've used this coveted Classic Pickup set from Stampin Up and paired it with papers and burlap from My Mind's Eye.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope that you'll join in on the fun this week over at The Pink Elephant Challenge Blog!
Be sure and check out all the amazing color inspirations that Ella's Girls have for you!

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Deconstructed Sketch 70




Hey, All,
I'm so sorry to not be joining you this week for Deconstructed Sketch #70, designed by the Fabulous Donna Wardle. But unfortunately, I've been very sick for several days now. I'm hoping to get to play along later this week though and I hope you will too. Be sure and stop by all of the Sketch Girls' blogs to be inspired this week!

Amber Hight
Amy Sheffer
Arielle Gordon
Cresta Woodruff
Donna Wardle
Jen Shults
Jessica Diedrich
Lori Boyd
Pam Varnell
Sheri Gilson

Monday, September 17, 2012

Monochromatic Monday



Hi Friends!
It's time for another challenge over at The Pink Elephant! And this week all you have to do is use a monochromatic palette on your card or project.

For my card I've used this Sweet November stamp, designed by Amy Young and available at All That Scraps.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope that you'll join in on the fun this week over at The Pink Elephant Challenge Blog!
Be sure and check out all the amazing color inspirations that Ella's Girls have for you!

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Thinking Of You




Hello, Friends!
I'm glad you stopped by today, because it's Deconstructed Sketch time! Get ready for another FAB week and this week's sketch #69 is designed by Amber Height.
For my card I've used an adorable digi stamp from Tiddly Inks. This is Wryn (whatcha doin ) and she's popping by just to let someone special know that he or she is being thought of! I've paired Wryn with papers (retired), ribbon and sentiment from Stampin' Up.

I hope that you will join us for sketch 69! Be sure to visit all the Sketch Girls to see how they've used this week's sketch and while you are at it, please give a warm welcome to our Guest Designer, Cresta Woodruff.
Have a great day!

Amber Hight
Amy Sheffer
Arielle Gordon
Cresta Woodruff-Guest Designer
Donna Wardle
Jen Shults
Jessica Diedrich
Kadie Ensley
Lori Boyd
Sheri Gilson
Tracey Pickersgill

Monday, September 10, 2012

Lovely Bride


Hi Friends!
It's time for another challenge over at The Pink Elephant! And this week all you have to do is use a WEDDING or ANNIVERSARY theme.

For my card I've used this sweet Anya Bride stamp from The Greeting Farm and paired her with Wedding papers from DCVW.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope that you'll join in on the fun this week over at The Pink Elephant Challenge Blog! Be sure and check out all the amazing color inspirations that Ella's Girls have for you!

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Fishin' You A Great Day




Hello, Friends!
I'm glad you stopped by today, because it's Deconstructed Sketch time! Get ready for another FAB week and this week's sketch #68 is designed by Amy Sheffer.
For my card I've used another Moonlight Whisper from Kraftin Kimmie and his name is Curtis.
I've paired Curtis with papers from We R Memory Keepers and buttons from Basic Grey.
I hoping to find the perfect young man to give this card to. Until then it will be nice to know I have a fun boy card in my stash!

I hope that you will join us for sketch 68! Be sure to visit all the Sketch Girls to see how they've used this week's sketch. Have a great day!

Amber Hight
Amy Sheffer
Arielle Gordon
Donna Wardle
Jen Shults
Jessica Diedrich
Kadie Ensley
Lori Boyd
Sheri Gilson
Tracey Pickersgill

Monday, September 3, 2012

Enjoy Every Moment


Hi Friends!
Happy Labor Day!
It's time for another challenge over at The Pink Elephant! All you have to do is use PATTERNED PAPER on your card or project!! It's that easy! Yipee!!
For my card I've used this sweet sweet Claire Keay stamp from My Favorite Things called Enjoy Every Moment. I've paired the stamp with papers from Echo Park Paper Company and ribbon from American Crafts.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope that you'll join in on the fun this week over at The Pink Elephant Challenge Blog! Be sure and check out all the amazing color inspirations that Ella's Girls have for you!