It's Right Around the Corner.... You Ready?

You KNOW what I'm talking about, right??? Of course you do... Mother's Day!! For me, being a mom is special enough... I never thought I'd have kids.  And when I decided to, it took three LONG, STRESSFUL years to finally have that sweet opportunity.  I can't think of one thing in this world that makes me happier than being a mom... having two beautifully perfect (in my mind) children and being someone they can always come to.  I thank God for them every day and I know that my life is a million times happier for having them in it.  They love to buy me gifts and I always tell them.. "Just being your mom is the most wonderful gift in the world."  I mean that but you know... they don't go for it. LOL  A great excuse to MAKE dad take them shopping, I think. LOL

But then... it's universal isn't it??? I too insist on getting something for my mom.  I know she doesn't need anything and I know if I asked her, I'd get the same response I give my kids.  But even so... I grab something that has meaning to me and hopefully her as well.  :-) For as long as I can remember, the "girls" in the family all go to breakfast with mom and then we all head out to take a flower spray to Grandma's grave site (her mom).  Of course, Emily, joins us for breakfast but afterwards I pick up Steven as he likes to visit Grandma with us.  Then, the rest of the day is my time with my kids.  :-)

My card today is one I will give her on Mother's Day.  I used the adorable "Dress Up Marci" from La La Land Crafts.  OMGosh she just screams "mom" to me... dressing up in mom's clothes... hee hee.  I actually did that when I was a little girl. Ha!!  (Oh so long ago! LOL) 

I used Pure Luxury Jelly Bean Green card stock as my base.  I added a layer of Wild Lilac and then a sheet of DP from the Best Creations, "A Walk in the Garden" paper pack.  Marci was colored with Copic markers and cut out and added to the card front using Pop Dots. 

I added some Prima lace and bling to the side and a cute little Webster stick pin to my bow.  Now Marci's ready for tea with mom!  :-) 

I hope you are having a great Wednesday... half way there to the weekend!! Woot! 

Come back tomorrow as there's a special surprise in store for Thursday.  Can't say what it is yet, but you can bet it will be full of FUN and LAUGHS!!!!  Trust me.. you won't want to miss out!!  ;-)

Thanks for stopping by!!! *HUGS*




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Gina K Designs April Inspiration Hop Day 3

The Design Team for Gina K. Designs welcomes you to another fabulous Inspiration Blog Hop!!! Gina and the Design Team will inspire you with many beautiful ideas! And as you hop through their blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each of them because we will choose a few random comments and those stampers will each win a grab bag of deeply etched, pre-cut Gina K. Designs stamps! To see the full list of winners check the Big News forum at Stamp TV a couple of days after the hops!!

First up... the "One Free with Three"... "One in a Million"

I have to admit the "Lacy Borders" set is making it VERY easy to do simple single layer cards and this one was no exception for me.  I started with some Pure Luxury Heavy Base Weight White and stamped my lacy border in Memento Cottage Ivy.  I added the flowers from the "One in a Million" set using Memento London Fog.  I stamped it twice one next to the other but a bit lower on the second image.  Next I used Tuxedo Black to stamp the flowers again in the middle of the London Fog stamped images.  I colored it using my Copic markers and added some self-adhesive rhinestones to the flower centers which I also colored with my Copics. I didn't worry about the grey ink showing thru on my flowers.. it just seemed to add a bit of transulency and shading to the flower petals. 

Truly love the look of that lace.. it really looks dimensional; don't you agree??  ;-)


Now check out all the amazing designs and inspiration:


Tuesday, May 1st

• Gina K
• AJ Otto
• Carolina Buchting
• Cathy Tidwell
• Deb Felts
• Donna Baker
• Emily Giovanni
• Giovana Smith
• Jimmi Mayo
• Lee Murphy
• Lori McAree
• Melanie Muenchinger
• Michelle Woerner
• Sharon Harnist
• Suzanne Dean
• Theresa Momber
• Tina Gilliland
• Vicki Dutcher

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you've enjoyed the last three inspiration hops the Design Team has shared.  Remember you can always look on the Stamp TV Gallery for even more inspiration and I know the team always has more posted there than we share on our inspiration hops.  We'd never get done if we put all of them on a single post. LOL 

Have a great day!! *HUGS*




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Gina K Designs April Inspiration Hop Day 2

The Design Team for Gina K. Designs welcomes you to another fabulous Inspiration Blog Hop!!! Gina and the Design Team will inspire you with many beautiful ideas! And as you hop through their blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each of them because we will choose a few random comments and those stampers will each win a grab bag of deeply etched, pre-cut Gina K. Designs stamps! To see the full list of winners check the Big News forum at Stamp TV a couple of days after the hops!!

First up... Tami Mayberry's "Vintage Notes"

I decided to go for a "manly" card design using Tami's set as it's something I struggle with and I know lots of others do as well.  I have come to realize lot of men really like vintage and I think that's because it looks a bit rugged and worn, I think. LOL  I mean, I'm certainly NOT an expert on what ANY man likes. LOL  Just ask the two males in my house!!  Ha!  I started my card with Pure Luxury Kraft card stock.  I added on a layer of Chocolate Brown and then some of that fabulous designer paper from the "Wishing You Joy" patterned paper pack.  I added another strip of the Kraft paper and did a bit of distressing along the edges and then more patterned paper from the "Casual Friday" pack. I stamped the "note card" image and used Tim Holtz Distress Ink, Antique Linen, along the edges.  I used another of Tami's sets, "Happy Hearts" and stamped it on some Bubble Gum Pink card stock.  I cut it out using a heart punch and added more Chocolate Brown and a lacey heart punch.  A bit of twin and some Pop Dots to adhere my image to the front finish off my card. 

Next up... Theresa Momber's "Sweet Strawberries"

This is the card I "sneak peaked" for the Release Party Invitation.  My sweet friend, Pat St. Martin shared a fabulous tutorial with me on how to create this layout which I just adore and know I'll definitely use again.  HERE is a link to her tutorial if you're interested in creating this unique card design.  I used Pure Luxury Red Hot, Grass Green and Lemon Drop on my card.  I stamped the strawberries on White and colored with my Copic markers.  I used the Spellbinders Nestabilities Labels 8 to cut out the image.  I sponged some Memento Ladybug Red around the edges.  My DP on the front is also cut using a larger Labels 8 die and is from the Patterned Paper Pack, "Petals & Wings", my sentiment on the inside is from the new One free with Three, "One in a Million" and the DP is from the "Red Carpet" paper pack. 

Here's a look if you flip UP the strawberries front...

Now check out all the amazing designs and inspiration:


Monday, April 30th

• Gina K
• Tami Mayberry - Illustrator Vintage Notes
• Theresa Momber – Illustrator Sweet Strawberries
• AJ Otto
• Carolina Buchting
• Cathy Tidwell
• Donna Baker
• Emily Giovanni
• Giovana Smith
• Jimmi Mayo
• Lee Murphy
• Lori McAree
• Melanie Muenchinger
• Michelle Woerner
• Sharon Harnist
• Suzanne Dean
• Tina Gilliland
• Vicki Dutcher

Remember to stop by tomorrow for another day of inspiration from the Design Team.  Thanks for stopping by and I hope your Monday is off to a great start!! *HUGS*



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A Little One on One...

How did you like the Gina K Release Party being held during the day??? It seemed we had a lot more people than I expected.  So that just tells me... WOW, a LOT of us are home during the day, huh? LOL  Seems I heard lots of ladies saying how peaceful it was during the day with their kiddos gone to school, no one yelling for dinner, etc.  All in all... I think it went fab!!!

Today I am sharing with you the card I created for the first Challenge during the party... A Little One on One.  That's right... you can only have ONE layer... and ONE embellishment.  Now I have to admit, more people that I had expected commented they thought it was doable!! Woot!! That means they are willing and I LOVE when everyone wants to at least try!!

My card was created using Gina's "Lacy Borders".... I LOVE this set!! I know I could have used it on every card I created but I decided SOME restraint was needed. Hee  My card base is Pure Luxury Heavy Base Weight White.  LOVE this heavier weight for single layer cards.  Just makes the seem more rich and substantial.  I stamped the one layer of lace in Vivid Ink, Lemon Ice.  Next I layered on another of the lace images using Memento, Tuxedo Black.  Really like the look of the layered lace stamps!  Next I added a lacy flower from my stash and a simple sentiment.  

If you'd like to join the challenge, just link your card to Stamp TV and add the tag, gkdapr12tg when you upload. 

Please upload your entries by Monday, Apr. 30th at 7PM CST. We will announce a randomly chosen winner from all of the entries who will win a Grab Bag of fabulous Gina K Design Stamps!!

Thanks for stopping by today and have a fabulous Saturday!! *HUGS*

Gina K Designs April Inspiration Hop

The Design Team for Gina K. Designs welcomes you to another fabulous Inspiration Blog Hop!!! Gina and the Design Team will inspire you with many beautiful ideas! And as you hop through their blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each of them because we will choose a few random comments and those stampers will each win a grab bag of deeply etched, pre-cut Gina K. Designs stamps! To see the full list of winners check the Big News forum at Stamp TV a couple of days after the hops!!

First up .... Melanie Muenchinger's "Basket Additions 2"

OMGosh my very FAVORITE part of this cute basket topper is the adorable puppy!!!  Awwwww he's so so cute with that big patch around his eye.  Hee  Once again Melanie outdid herself with more basket toppers!!  My card began with Pure Luxury Turquoise Sea layered with some Lemon Drop.  I stamped my basket on White and used my Copic markers to color  it in.  I stamped the topper and colored and cut it out.  My ruffle was stamped onto some DP and added under the topper.  I tried to go neutral (except for the blue doggie) so that I could use this card for either a boy or girl. 

Next up... Gina K's "Lacey Borders"

I combined Theresa's "Sweet Strawberries" set with the Lacey Borders to make this tag.  Perfect for giving on a gift of homemade strawberry jam, right???  :-)  I colored the strawberries with Copic markers and cut them out using my circle Nestabilities.  I added a layer of Grass Green cut using the Scalloped Circle Nesties.  I added the lace stamps before using Tim Holtz Distress Ink in Antique Linen around the border of the tag.  Now... if our strawberries only turn out half as lovely as Theresa's... who knows who'll get this tag.  ;-)


Now check out all the amazing designs and inspiration:

• Gina K
• Melanie Muenchinger – Illustrator Basket Additions 2
• AJ Otto
• Carolina Buchting
• Cathy Tidwell
• Deb Felts
• Donna Baker
• Emily Giovanni
• Giovana Smith
• Jimmi Mayo
• Lee Murphy
• Lori McAree
• Sharon Harnist
• Theresa Momber
• Tina Gilliland
• Vicki Dutcher

Enjoy the rest of the hop and thanks for stopping by!!  Have a GREAT Friday and we'll see you back on Monday with even more inspiration using the new stamps from Gina K.  *HUGS*



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Gina K Designs April Release Party Invitation

The Gina K. Design Team is excited to invite you to another fabulous Release Party today!!! The party starts at 11:00 AM Central Time in the Stamp TV Release Party Forum. Join us for Challenges, Contest Questions, Design Team Samples, Full Stamp Set Reveals and, of course, party chit chat!!! Everything will go "live" at 11:00 AM Central in Gina's Store so there won't be any long wait to start shopping! Hope to see you there!


If you came from Tami Mayberry's blog, then you're right where you should be. If not, please go to Stamp TV where you will find a list of all those participating. Here's a sneak peek of one of the cards I will be sharing with you at the party tonight:

Ohhhh... what SHALL I tell you about this peek? Hee Hee  Well.. there's WAY more to it! LOL  I DID use some awesome Pure Luxury card stock on it and I DID use Copics.  Oh and ya... Theresa's fab new set!   Ok that's it!  If you wanna know, see more... I'll be in the Release Party Chat area at 11:00 AM today!  *evil grin*

This is the end of the hop but if you missed anyone along the way, head to Stamp TV's Forum to get a list of those participating today and continue the hop and see you tonight at the party!





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