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A Sweet Sunday Sketch

Today is Sunday and I have done the following since I got up a bit before 7:00 this morning:

1) Read the paper

2) Drank coffee

3) Read some bills for the upcoming legislative session

4) Painted some trim in my DD's room

5) Finished four loads of laundry

6) Stamped about 20 images and practiced on my coloring

7) Completed the Sweet Sunday Sketch!

Here is Karen's sketch. . .

And here is my take. . .

I started with the darling Pure Innocence - Love You With All My Heart stamp set from My Favorite Things, which, I am sad to say, is currently out of stock.  I stamped the image in Memento Tuxedo Black and colored her with Copic markers.  Thanks to some wonderful advice from my stamping pal Jody Morrow, I've been working on my coloring.  This is the FIRST card I have made where I didn't just color all the skin with E00 (skin white) and call it good.  I actually used three different Copic markers on her face, hands and legs.  I know I have miles and miles to go with my coloring - but I am happy with my first try! 

Here is a close up. . .

And the sentiment. . .

I must say, that between my new crew of friends with the Inky Impressions design team and the advice from my friend Jody, my stamping mojo is on fire!  I can't wait to get my work completed so I can get back to my studio!  Hugs girls! And, thanks Karen for a great sketch!

See you soon!

Inspired by Inky Impressions LOVE!

Good morning everyone!  As one of the Inky Impressions Inkettes, we each get a turn to post the Inky Impressions Inspirational Blog.  Have you seen this sweet blog?  I mean WOW!  Every single day there is a new post by one of the Inkettes showcasing one of the darling stamps from Inky Impressions! 

Now every stamper knows that a beautiful card begins with a great sketch!  And where better to find this great sketch than with Jen del Muro's monthly Sketch For You To Try.  Here's a look at her sketch. . .

And here is my version using Angelica's Heart Socks from Inky Impressions!

How sweet is this girl?  Don't you love her socks, sweater set and headband?  Here's  a close-up. . .

I inked Angelica with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and colored her with Copics.  I used crystal lacquer for the hearts on her ensemble to give them a bit of a shine.  I replaced the circle panel on the sketch with a layered heart and I really do love the way it looks.  The yummy "chocolate covered cherry" color combo paper is from My Mind's Eye. 

Thanks for joining me today!  And be sure to check out MY POST on the Inky Impressions Inspirational blog!

A New Inky Impressions Challenge is Taking SHAPE!

For those of you that have read my blog over the past couple of years, you know that my shape has changed!  After becoming fully commited to Isagenix, and a strict exercise regimen that includes Zumba, personal training, boot camp and running, I went from 148 to 129 pounds and I feel great!

All of that to say, what a perfect time for today's Inky Impressions Challenge!  It's all about SHAPE!  Nicole challenged us to make a card using anything but a square!  I so loved this challenge. . .making something unique is one of my favorite rows to hoe!

I decided to go with this option. . .

This skinny rectangle card measures 3 inches wide and 6 inches long and is made from a scrap of 12x12 paper.  This color combo of orange, blue and olive is so "out of the box" for winter, don't you think?  Not that we Okies have seen much of that season as of yet - it was 72 here yesterday and much to my chagrin, I might add - so I thought maybe if I inked up Ice Skating Rachel, Mother Nature would take a hint!

While I usually color the Inky girls to match my DD's hair and eyes, this one was colored to match me! Highlighted hair, brown eyes and a bright orange coat!  Yes, I love my North Face Summit Series in electric orange* and I must admit, I'm a bit jealous of the fur trim on Rachel's. . .

Here's a close up. . .

Don't you just love that sweet mitten charm?

And, here's a peek at the inside sentiment. . .

Okay - enough of my chatter!  Time to head over and see what the other Inkettes have created!  You can find all the challenge details HERE.  And remember, there's a $10 Inky Impressions Gift Certificate up for grabs, so play along with us, won't you?

See you tomorrow when it's my day to be Inky Inspirational!

Until then, say a prayer that I'll get to wear my mittens in the snow real soon. . .

*Sorry girls, but the electric orange is no longer available.  However, I highly recommend the fusion pink version!  It looks like cotton candy on steroids!

IIC41 - Pink, Red & White

Hello friends!  It's a busy day in a good way over at Inky Impressions!  Not only do we have THREE new Lili stamps for you, but since today is Wednesday, it's also time for another Inky Impressions Challenge!

We are on challenge #41 today and it's all about red, pink & white!  I chose our recently released Cupcakes & Candy Factory digital stamp. . .

Just look at the amazing detail. . .

I just love this image!  Perfect for Valentine's Day, Christmas, Halloween - anytime you feel like a sweet treat! 

We hope you will play along with us this week!  And remember, if you use an Inky Impression stamp, then you can win a $10 gift certificate to spend in our store!  PLUS, one random winner will receive a free digi stamp and the top three winners will also have an Inky Impressions badge to add to their blog!

You can check out the other Inkettes challenge projects HERE!

AND - Don't forget about the new release of Chatterbox Lili, Tutu Cute Lili and Teary Eyed Lili which you can find at Inky Impressions!

Stamping Hugs!

 

Lesa

Calling ALL Stampers! Ready for Some Inky Fun? It's Release Day!

Note: You should sing this song to the tune of the Pointer Sisters hit "I'm So Excited". . .

I'm so inkcited! And I just can't hide it!

I'm about to show you stamps and I know you'll like 'em!

I know, I know - it won't win a Grammy, but I thought it was cute!

Soooooooooo - Are you ready for the Inky Impressions New Release Blog Hop?

I am so happy to join all the other "Inkettes" as we showcase the newly released stamps from Inky Impressions! Today we are so "inkcited" to add three new Lili stamps to the Inky family!  Please welcome:  Chatterbox Lili, Teary Eyed Lili, and my featured stamp today, Tutu Cute Lili!  Hopefully, you have joined me from Joanna's Blog!  If not, I highly recommend you head to the start of the line at Anita's Blog - why?  Well, if you leave a comment on each of the Inkette's posts, you could win ALL of this!

Winner's choice of 1 of the 3 New Releases-
--- Chatterbox LiLi Rubber Stamp, Tu-Tu Cute LiLi Rubber Stamp, or Teary Eyed
LiLi Rubber Stamp
--- Angelica's Bunny Rubber Stamp
--- LiLi's Slumber Party Rubber Stamp
--- 3 Sentiment Rubber Stamps: My place or yours, Bring your jammies & Uh-Oh
Spaghetti Oh's
--- Padded Butterfly Trim in 3 colors: Bright Pink, Turquoise, & Lime Green
--- 4 packs of Inky Pearls in Bright Pink, Lime Green, Turquoise & Tangerine
--- 4 packs of silver charms- Butterflies, Flowers, Dragonflies, Cute Little
purses
--- 1 pack of beautiful silver flower centers
--- 1 pack of Inky Dinky Drops in Clear
--- 2 packs of Inky 6mm brads in Bright Pink & Light Green

All you have to do is leave a comment at each of our Inkettes posts and you could win!  How easy is that?
Okay - enough my talk, let's take a look at Tutu Cute Lili!


How darling is she?  Just look at the detail on her sweet face. . . 


And, how perfect is this sentiment?

And isn't the ballet slipper charm from Inky Impressions the perfect "en pointe" touch?

Alright stampers, time for you to head to DeNetra's Blog to meet Chatterbox Lili!

And, at the end of the hop, join us at Inky Impressions where you see all the new stamps and take some home!

Later today, I'll be back with the Inky Impressions Challenge!  Lucky you - hearing from me twice in one day!

Stamping Hugs!

Lesa

 

Calling ALL Stampers! Ready for Some Inky Fun?

I am so "inkcited" to be a new member of the Inky Impressions design team!  If you haven't heard, there's an Inky Blog Hop on the way! You won't want to miss it!  New releases, new design team members, new creations and NEW prize packages - what a great way to start the NEW year!  Join us on Wednesday, January 11th for some INKY fun!

 

A Stamping Dream Come True. . .

I'm over the moon excited and still in a bit of shock... HERE is the New Year's News!

 

 

New Year's News!

Have I got some news for you! 

 

Here's a hint:

It has something to do with paper, ink and stamps. . .

 

Tune in tomorrow for the headline!

Jingle All The Way!

Happy Hump Day!  Need a cute and fun gift for under $10 that you can make in less than 15 minutes? Then this post is for you!

Today, I am showing a project which I coordinated with this weeks SCS Color Challenge to use Real Red, Wild Wasabi and Very Vanilla.  Here's my project. . .

Now I must be honest, this idea was not my own.  I found a similar box on Pinterest and linked it back to it's rightful owner, Heidi Boos.  Her project tutorial can be found HERE!  This project takes 15 minutes!  I'm serious!  A super easy Christmas gift! 

You start with a shadow box frame (Michael's $4). I roughed up the edges of mine to make it look a little more vintage.  I chose a scrap of pattern paper which coordinated with the challenge colors and cut it to fit for the background. (Scraps are free!)  I used Jingle All The Way Small Real Red Decor Elements from Stampin' Up on the glass (Stampin' Up $3.50)  Then I  simply dropped in various sizes of red and silver jingle bells (Hobby Lobby approx $1 worth), placed the back on, chose coordinating ribbon (approx $1 worth) and adhered it to the frame.  I added four mini cushions to each corner on the bottom for two reasons - make sure it is balanced and no chance it can scratch anything (Lowe's .25).  There you have it! Super simple! Total cost $9.75!

I am making a couple more of these in different color schemes and will post pictures as soon as they are finished! 

Have a jingle bell kind of day!

 

Tag! Hopefully I'm IT!

I was so stinkin' excited to carve out a bit of time to play in my studio over the past few days!  And every second was devoted to participating in the My Favorite Things Guest Designer Challenge!  Let me just say that there is ALWAYS tough competition for one of these coveted spots!  Kim and her crew are among the most talented chicks in the business and landing a spot as a guest designer is an honor that ranks right up there with being born in a royal family!  This month, we were challenged by two Queens in their own right, Jodi and Joanne, to "PLAY TAG" - make tags or use tags in a project.

Since the Christmas season is upon us, I've been decorating like a fool!  Each little space in my house had to have just the right decor and I discovered that I needed a little something for the corner of my bar area.  I took the challenge and created this. . .

I started with three unfinished wood blocks and four round wood balls.  I painted everything white and let it dry.  I then cut 15 squares of various pattern paper, glued them to all the sides of the blocks and then covered them in Mod Podge.  Using the Die-Namics Layered Label Die, I cut out the tags for the blocks.  I stamped the H and O from the Bling 'bet stamps set in Memento Rhubarb Stalk and Cottage Ivy and then added the stones.  Then using the Die-Namics Tag You're It Die, I created the topper.  I stamped Santa from the Inspired By Christmas and then used the Die-Namics Four Point Frame to cut him out.  I added ribbon and made a jingle bell button to top it off!  Here is a close-up . . .

I hope the judges like this project as much as I enjoyed making it!  You can find out the winner TONIGHT during the MFT Release Party!   Join us by clicking HERE!  You won't want to miss the 8 new Die-Namics and 14 stamp sets!  I'm HoHoHo excited!  See at the party!