I can't stop!!!

the doorbell rang.....I looked out......it was FEDEX!

new dies arrived!  The rosette is 10" and can go up to 12".  Easy to make!  The stars are very primative - perfect for most everything I make.  And the little house......how could I pass that up?

I am no longer opening anything from JoAnns or Michaels - at least for the month of October.  All I will need are adhesives and I won't need to look at emails or ads for that!!

and my week in the southwest......lots of pictures.

just rising over the Rincons

a clear view 

that's our house lit up

almost over

and back to a full moon.

these are all taken while I was waiting for the moon, just outside my back yard.  I live in the Sonoran desert, just outside Tucson Mountain Park.  I walk in the park daily.  It is truly a beautiful place.

thanks for stopping by.  Don't forget - want a witch?  just let me know and it's yours. Check earlier posts for more Halloween and card info!

margie

halloween fun!

here's another fun Halloween project that went together pretty darn fast!

It will soon be on the way to it's new home.

Want to make one yourself?  How about a kit that includes all die cuts, stamped images, papers and extras.

All you need:  adhesives, colored pencils/markers, and a little glitter.

Halloween Card in a box Kit:  $5 

It even folds flat for mailing but requires a little extra postage.

Just leave me a  comment or email me asap 'cause Halloween is coming fast!

Eclipse pics coming tomorrow!

margie

lunar eclipse!

Remember to watch the Harvest Moon eclipse tonight!  It should be a beautiful sight.

And these ladies are up for grabs!  Interested?? Just send an email or leave a comment  and I will send you one to adorn your home for Halloween!

Take a look at this too!

 

It's already on it's way to someone special!  It fits into a business size envelope.  

Easy to make.  I used a Halloween paper pack from Michael's, some of the 99 cent stamps I'v collected through out the years, some great IO dies, and the Mouse dies exclusive to Stamp Peddler Plus.  I even glued one to the outside of the envelope!

Want the measurements and directions?  Let me know!

And, interested in some card kits?  Each will include all papers, embellishments and directions.
$5 each (includes shipping)
Just send an email or leave a comment and I will get back to you!

Butterfly tag

Feather

Collect Moments

Blissful

thanks for stopping by!
margie

supply list for Royal Menagerie tutorials

Here is what you  need:  It looks worse than it is!!
for both the cards and journal
one A4 paper pad Prima Royal Menagerie and the 3 x 4 journal card pack (one set will make both with lots of left overs for more!)
dies/punches:
 butterfly (2 x 1 1/2) or heart or flower,
flower die/punch (lg. 1" and smaller)
  (I used a memory box butterfly and the Martha S. hydrangea punches)
1" circle punch/die
leaf/vine punch die
3" scallop circle punch/die and/or doily die ( a real doily would work, too)
T. H. word dies or an alphabet die set
corner punch a few stencils and texture/crackle paste

collage stamp or an outline stamp of flowers, birds, butterfly, script stamp
I used the Royal Menagerie collage stamp #582555
cream ribbon, lace, embroidery floss, 1/8 ribbon or similar

If you have been stamping/scraping for any amount of time, I am 99% sure you have something that will work!

Optional:
sewing machine
distress inks:  fossilized amber, hickory smoke, barn door, brushed cordouroy
archival ink:  Wendi Vecchi Tea Rose
(or any close colors!)

the journal also uses 4 sheets 12 x 12 black carstock and 1/2 sheet lt. blue cardstock
the cards use one 12 x 12 cream cardstock

and the usual: trimmer, adhesives, scissors.........you can do a lot or a little and still have beautiful projects.


Prices:
Card Kit:  all papers, die cuts, journal cards, embellishments and stamped image, directions with photos
$20

Card directions with photos  $10

Journal Kit:  all papers, die cuts, journal cards, embellishments, directions with photos  $20

journal directions with photos $10

Both kits are limited!!


  inside pages: pockets, flips, inserts, belts

cover

five "prima" style cards loaded with techniques!





Interested?  send me an email or leave a comment here and I will get back to you asap!
thanks
margie

Presenting Royal Menagerie Cards and Mini Journal/Scrapbook

the cards:

five cards

a portion of the journal cover

one of the over 10 pages in the 4 x 6 journal

and another







watch for pricing on the tutorials and kits tomorrow.
Supplies are the usual.
There are also lots of tips, techniques and ways to "bump it up a notch" if you are so inclined, or should I say "sew".........

I have to go clean up now.

  But I will leave you with two more pictures:  a sunset and a spider.

from our backyard

in our backyard!

stop by tomorrow!

margie

hard day's play!

whew, I finished the Royal Menagerie Cards today!  Prima papers are so much fun to use.
Watch for information tomorrow or Friday.  I will have pictures up and how you can make them, too.

I also have a mini journal, using the same papers, paper clipped and ready to finish.  That is my goal tomorrow.

then onto Halloween!!

check back Thursday! and thanks for stopping by.
margie

November GR 45 cards

Hello there,

It's HOT here!  Triple digits are here for one more day they say.  HA!!  I will believe it when I feel it, but the nights have been pretty nice.  Nice enough for fires in the backyard.  Mesquite wood has a unique aroma and we have a lot of it nearby.

The Gr 45 November card tutorials will be on their way tonight or in the morning.  If you are interested but haven't purchased yet, just send an email or comment here and I will tell you how to get them.

I have two new toys, too.  They jumped in my hands the other day.  You all know how that happens!
You will see them soon.  I have played with them and now ideas are spinning in my head for the upcoming holidays.

And I have started work (okay play) on the cards and journals using the new line from Prima:  Royal Menagerie.  I will have a limited number of kits available but you may want your own, too.
A4 paper pad, 3 x 4 journal cards, and I did get a stamp from this line - no name but it is about 3 x 4 and is a small collage with a butterfly, bee and words (item 582555), it reminded me a lot of a T. Holtz collage stamp from his ATC collection.

Speaking of T. Holtz, how do you like the new violet distress ink?  I bet you purple lovers really like it a lot.

And did anyone purchase or play with any of the Eileen Hull dies this weekend at Scrappy Chic?  It looked like fun!

And finally,  LOVE THOSE SPARTANS!!!! Go Green!
margie

new things at the store......

just saw the new Prima papers and embellishments at Scrappy Chic.........
you may want to pick up the A4 paper packs (both) and a set of the smaller journalling cards, and a set (or two) of the wooden embellishments.  Some creative card/journal making will be happening here soon.
There will be a limited number of kits but directions for everything.  Thinking Christmas......and more.

new tool success!

I purchased a new tool for my Big Shot machine.  It is the Precision Cutting Plate for use with thin, detailed dies.  Here are the results using 60lb paper (thin cardstock from Michael's) and one pass through:

I am very happy with the results.  I recommend you watch some videos first, though. I did and it helped a lot.  Google how to use the sizzix precision plate.  I especially liked the video from the Sizzix Tech Guy.  He really gave some good hints in general.

This is what it looks like.  Caution:  this is not the cutting side.  Turn it over to the black side.

This is what the cutting side looked like after using it -  a lot like a regular cutting plate.  Make sure you read the "sandwich" details which are also given in several of the videos (Stephanie Barnard).

Now I think I will have to get the Sizzix brush and foam mat to pop out all the cut pieces.
have fun!
margie

brewing up some fun!

nope, not done with the house by any means but it was time to craft!

today.......they are starting to make their appearances.

I really like the Character Construction Women and have seen some great ideas so I decided to give it a try.  These Halloween Witches are by no means finished but they are on their way.  And maybe when they are done, they may be on their way to your house (hint, hint!!).
Watch for more about that in the future.

I also love Jenni Bowlin papers and picked up a few of them at Scrappy Chic.  They have turned into a fun pocket book.  Well almost, I am waiting for my chipboard order to arrive.  That should be Tuesday and then this journal will get some covers and embellishments.  Could it be yours, too?  We shall see what the future brings with this.

And, the Graphic 45 November cards are finished (except the glitter).  Directions will get written early this week and be available for purchase.  If you have already purchased them, watch for them in your inbox soon.

Hope you are enjoying your days!  Thanks for stopping by.
margie