Spooky Times

Hi Everyone!

How's your week and craftiness coming along? I'm over here pretending to organize LOL no, really, I am attempting to put away something, find a home for something, or purge something at least once a day. It's going good, but slooooooowwwwww. In the process, however, I am running across things I have forgotten about or have been wanting to use. So here are...a couple of fun Halloween Cards. Hero Arts HeroScape stamp sets make creating cards like this pretty quick and easy. Here are the two I made:

Supplies Used for Blue Sky Card:

• Hero Arts Graveyard HeroScape stamp set (CM478).
• Images and sentiment were stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. 
• The sky was ink blended using Distress Oxide Inks in Uncharted Mariner and Black Soot. I left the blending somewhat splotchy, you could say, but that was intentional - I believe it adds to the 'creepy' graveyard look.
• The ground was stamped with the layering stamps from the set using Hero Arts Caramel Mini Ink Cube, Hero Arts Reactive Rootbeer Mini Ink Cube and Hero Arts Creamsicle Mini Ink Cube.

Supplies Used for Purple Sky Card:

• Hero Arts Graveyard HeroScape stamp set (CM478).
•  With the exception of the tree, stamped with Archival, Wendi Vecchi Potting Soil Mini Ink Pad and the the mood stamped with Hero Arts Creamsicle; the rest of the images and sentiment were stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.
• The sky was ink blended using Distress Oxide Inks in Villainous Potion and Black Soot. I also left the blending somewhat splotchy on this one too and even lightly went over the moon so it wasn't quit so bright.
• The ground was stamped with the same items as listed above with the addition of using Light Onyx Dye Ink from The Ton for the pathway.
• The teeny ghosts and bats are from the Stranger Things Sprinkletz pack and I glued them on the from using my Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive. They are the perfect size for this stamp set! 

I hope you enjoyed checking out these two spooky cards. :) As a reminder, the links provided are to my online papercrafting business, Scrapsalot. These are not affiliate links, but you are supporting a small business when you shop with me. I appreciate you. Thanks for stopping by. 

~*~Keep it Crafty~*~
xx Crafty Deb

Challenges Entered:

• TBA

Quilted Fun!

Hi Crafters!

I've been on a mission for...well, quite some time...to clean, organize and purge my crafty haven of treasures. How many of you feel like it's a never-ending process?? I am beginning to accept just that - it's an on-going, never-ending task of cleaning, organizing AND purging in or crafty spaces. Regardless of how big or small your space is - we all have to do these 3 things from time to time or constantly. LOL

Well, this time around I focused on card kits. I used to belong to a few monthly clubs and had to stop them. Not because I didn't love them, but because I was being over-run by monthly kits! I had them for cards, stamp/die ones and a couple for scrapbooking. YIKES! Can we say 'SLOW DOWN'!?!? I didn't want to miss a kit of crafty goodness, but quickly became engulfed in kits of all sorts. So, I cancelled by subs and let the kits sit safely in my craft room. LOL It's been a couple...ok, several years LOL but I'm working my way through them. I also have left over bits in kits that have been sitting. I'm trying to work through those as well. Either, making something fabulous or passing on some here and there in happy mail. 

The cards today were made using a kit from a club that I loved being part of. The cards are simple enough to make with minimal supplies and challenging enough to make you think just a little bit. They are from Annie's Card Kit of the Month. The kit today is called Quilted in Friendship and some of you may even have this one too. I plan to save the instruction booklet for this kit to use with other papers, even scraps from my stash. Here's a look at the cards I made using the kit.

The best part about these kits is there are no special dies or complicated tools needed. I like to pull these kind of kits out when I'm struggling to feel creative too - they help me get the juices flowing.

The only extra tools I needed for these cards was my trusty liquid glue (currently using the Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive until we can get Art Glitter Glue restocked - these are my two favorites :)  ) and my Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad. 

If you're interested in cut sizes and such, let me know - I'm happy to add the instructions here too. All of my cards were made as standard A2 cards - 4.25x5.5".

Thanks for dropping in - until next time...Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

Challenges Entered:

• TBA

Shaker-Topia

Hiya (Hi) Crafty Friends!

I have 7, yes SEVEN, shaker cards to share with you today! Say whaaaa? Yep, and you are probably thinking 'She's crazy! Shakers are such a pain!'. Well, wait until you see these super quick and easy makes! You'll be pulling out your supplies and shopping for more in no time! LOL

I love shaker cards to pieces! And what's better than a full front shaker?!?! Well, maybe a lot of things, but I still love these! LOL I've been making these since way back in 2017! I even have a YouTube video where I made one to show how easy peasy they are. 

Anywho, I made these really simple to show you can use things you already have (most likely). I'll provide links where available just in case you need to add to you supplies. :) For these examples, I used 6.6 paper pads and sequins - aside from the card base and the shaker bag. That's it - it's that easy! Lets Take a look (description is above the photo)...

On this first one, I used the Wedding 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park and the Melon Dream Confetti Sequins. 

For this one, I used the Fall Fever 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park and Gold Confetti Sequins.

Next up, I used the Welcome Fall 6x6 paper pad from Carta Bella and Fall Spice Confetti Sequins.

This is my fave - I used the Fun on the Farm 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park and Buttercup Confetti Sequins.

Oh, and I had to make a mer-mazing one! This one is from the Mermaid Dreams 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park with sequins from my stash.

I'm always ready for a 'mouse' inspired card! So for this one, I used the Magical Adventures 2 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park and some fun sequins from my stash.

Last but not least, one for the Grad. I used the Graduation 6x6 paper pad from Echo Park and gold sequins from my stash.

The backgrounds are from the paper pads - I just picked a print I liked and cut it to 4.25x5.5". Then I picked out a cut-a-part from the 6x6 paper pad to add on the outside of the shaker window. You can see on the wedding card that I die cut the cut-a-part from the pad with a fancy die from my stash and inked up the edges. I didn't, but you could also mount the cut-a-parts or use foam tape to make them stand out a bit more. 

Most of the sequins used are BRAND NEW Confetti Style Sequins from a Crafty Life by Scrapsalot. It's our NEW in house brand and we are soooooo excited to be able to share them with you! More colors are being added to the site - it's a slowwwww process unfortunately. Here's a link to sequin mixes available: CLICK HERE If you're looking for the Crafty Life Confetti Sequins and they have not yet been added to the site - send me a message and let me know which ones you are looking for. They are all available as of the time of this post and as mentioned, are being added to the site beginning 5/9/23.

I used Neenah 80# card stock for the card bases. I used Scor-Tape to hold the shaker element securely closed and to adhere to the front of the card. The shaker bags are card sleeves for 5x7 cards I had in my stash.

I know it's quite a few cards to look through, but these were so fun & easy I didn't want to stop making them! LOL Let me know if you have tried this method to make a shaker card in the comments below.

Links provided are to my online papercrafting store, Scrapsalot. I appreciate you stopping in and reading my blog and also for checking out my links. 

Until next time...Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

Challenges Entered:

• TBA

Enjoy the Ride!

Happy Monday Crafty Friends!!

I'm sharing a fun image from Stamping Bella today. My friend, Pam and I shared stamps at a retreat we recently went to. This cutie is one of them! In case you'd like to one of your own, you can search for her as 'Uptown Girl Vienna on her Vespa'. Now, this is my first time adding folds in my coloring to a skirt - so, please be kind. And naturally, I pick one of the toughest color combos to start with!! PURPLE! UGH, but I think it turned out ok and with practice, it can only get better, right??

I started by stamping on some Hammermill Premium Color Copy, 110# card stock. I stamp the image and the sentiment with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. I'll list the Copic Markers I used down below.

I also used a scrap piece Bazzill Yellow and another scrap of silver from scrap bin to create the offset background. The yellow card stock plays on the yellow stripes in her top. ;) I used a stitched square die from my stash to cut the image out. The sentiment background was cut using Nesting Curved Rectangles by Darice. I used Neenah, 80# for the 5.5"x5.5" card base - yep, I actually made a square card! I know, I shocked too! LOL Oh and one more thing I almost forgot! I used a Marvy/Uchide paint pen in silver for the accents and handle bar controls on the scooter.

This was such a cute image - I may have to pick up this stamp to add to my collection since Pam is about 9 hours from me and I can't just pop over and stamp another one. Good excuse, right??

Here's a list of the Copics used:

• Vienna's Skin: E0000, E0, E41, Cheeks - RV10
• Vienna's Hair: E21, E25, E27
• Shirt: Y06, C1
• Skirt: BV000, BV00, BV11, V25
• Vespa / Scooter: RV02, RV10, RV13, RV21
• Vespa / Scooter Steering: BV23, BV5, C1
• Tires: C5, C9, 100
• Seat & Foot Pad: C2, C5, C9
• Flowers: RV10, RV32, V01, V04, B60

I think that covers it. Let me know if you have questions or tips for me. I always welcome constructive advice. Leave a comment below and let me know if you like Vienna as much as I do! She's so cute with her hot pink Vespa!

Thanks for stopping in and until tomorrow...Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

P.S. - The link to Memento above is a link to my online business, Scrapsalot. I appreciate your support in checking it out too!

Challenges Entered:

• Pammie's Inky Pinkies - Anything Goes Challenge #2318
• Dream Valley Challenges - Challenge #293 ~ Make it Female
• A Place to Start - May 2023 Anything Goes w/Optional Twist

Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Hey Crafty Friends!

Thanks for taking time to drop by! I'm so excited to share a card I made to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. I also looked it up to understand exactly what the celebration is. It turns out it was originally a celebration to commemorate the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Since that time, it became an annual celebration and is now more popular in the USA than in Mexico. The date has also transformed into a celebration of Mexican-American culture. For more info about the history of events leading to this day of celebration, check out Wikipedia.

Now on to my creations for today...

I used my Copic Markers to color the image. I printed them on Neenah Exact Index 110# card stock.

Here's a list of the Copic Markers used:

Hat: E21, E30, E31, E34, E35 - I added E21 and E35 after the first run through of the other colors. Hey, it happens, right?? LOL

Hat Band: Y08, YG09, G09,

Cinco de Mayo: Y06, R05, R08, R22,YG09, G09, G19

I also outlined the imaged with E21 - you can barely see it, but it helped blend out where I went out of the lines (YIKES!!) with that yellow one!! 

The images are free coloring pages shared by a friend. You can find the same or similar ones through a Google search.

Thanks for stopping and if you are celebrating Cinco de Mayo, stay safe! Until next time ~ Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

Challenges Entered:

• TBA

Weather Forecast: Friends

Hello Crafty Friends!

I'm bringing you this CAS (Clean and Simple) Umbrella Card today. I used dies, stamps and an embossing folder to make this fun one. I'll list the supplies below for you. Remember, my links are NOT affiliate links, but they are links to my online craft store, Scrapsalot. I appreciate you taking a look at my card and my links. :)

How cute did this turn out? I love the simple design of this one. I'll definitely be using these crafty items again and again!

I chose to make my umbrella solid red, but there are so many options! I could have used different colors on all of the sections, or added polka dots with the dies included. Such a fun set to have!

Supplies Used:

• The card base is Neenah 80#.
• The colored card stock used are 65# card stock from stash, and are most likely Recollections Brand.
• The silver used for the handle and tip of the umbrella is from my scrap bin - no telling where that came from. LOL
• The background was created using the Raindrops 3D Embossing Folder from Spellbinders.
• The Clouds and the Umbrella are from the Rain or Shine Etched Dies set from Spellbinders.
• The sentiment is from the I've Got You Covered Stamp and Die set from Spellbinders. It was stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.

I should mention that the Spellbinders line is making it's way to our online store. If you don't see what you're looking for, just send me a message anytime. :) The products above are available in limited     quantties. Thanks for stopping by and checking out today's card. Until we meet again...Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

Challenged Entered:

• A Place to Start - May 2023 Anything Goes w/Optional Twist

Uplifting Critters

Hi Crafters!

I'm so happy you're here! Check out this Window Slider Tech card I made for a card swap I participated in. This was a fun technique to try out annnnnd this was only my second version. LOL Sometimes, these card techs twist my brain and it takes me several tries to get it right. I'm sure some of you can relate! This one was pretty straight forward and no special dies were needed. I did not make a video, however, there are some available on YouTube to walk you through the steps if you'd like to give it a try. Just search for 'Window Slider Tech Card'. If you would like me to create a video of the process, let me know in the comments.

I've included a list of products below and here's a look at the Window Slider Card.

Supplies used:

• Light blue 65# card stock is from my stash and is likely Recollections brand.
• The Cloud Print patterned paper is from an Echo Park 6x6 paper pad, Away We Go.
• The stamp and die set is called Caped Cuties from Clearly Besotted.
• I colored in the building stamp with a sharpie from my stash.
• The images are colored with Copic Markers using 2 colors on the bear and the rabbit and then 3 colors on the turtle plus a 4th one grey tone for his copter.
• The critters and the sentiments are stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.
• I used a small oval die from my stash to cut out the pull spot for the slider - really techy terms there...LOL 

And that's really it! It is a standard A2 size card, but I'm sure the technique can be modified to make any size you prefer. It was fun to try a new technique :) I hope you'll give a try too!

Links above are to my crafty online store, Scrapsalot. Other products may be found online in various place.

Thanks again for stopping by ~ I appreciate your time and your support in my crafty endeavors. Until next time, Keep it Crafty!

xx Crafty Deb

Challenges Entered:

• Penny's Paper Crafty Challenge #545 - Anything Goes
• Crafty Addicts - Challenge #1, Anything Goes