The kids are grown, but I still color!!

I just love the fact that crafting involves coloring!  I used to love to sit and color with the kids when they were younger.  So when it comes to crafting with colors, I'm in :)  Brings back such good memories.
 
Today's post is all about coloring.  I came across a post on The Scrapbooking Queen's blog saying that she was looking for designers who wanted to be a part of a new design team.  This team will be creating projects using coloring pages/images.  To apply for the team, we were asked to color and create a project using the little pony seem below:

Black and white coloring page image

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The pony is the focal point of this card. She sends a 

"Howdy" out to the recipient to brighten his/her day! 

This sentiment, as well as the grass, were cut from the 

Create a Critter Cricut cartridge.

                               

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The image was first colored using Photoshop (image on the left).  Next, the image was imported into the Silhouette cutting machine software.  An offset or border/shadow was added to give the image extra pop.  The image was also inked to bring more life to the final product (image on the right).

Thank you for stopping by today.  

Until next time, which hopefully won't be long!

 

Cindy

Inspired to Create!

If you missed my last post, please take a moment to read about a selfless group of ladies who are giving back in a BIG way!  Click HERE.  They are now creating cards for the I Feel the Love Project! 
 
These ladies have inspired me to make more cards for this month's  I Feel the Love Project!  As you know, the I Feel the Love Project collects and sends handcrafted cards to individuals, families, and groups who are experiencing a difficult time in their life/lives.  

Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center

Ashley

For the month of February 2014, we are collecting uplifting, cheerful greeting cards for the sweet kids spending time at Santa Monica UCLA medical Center.  These kids were chosen to be a part of this project by Ms. Ashley, a two time cancer patient who has herself received care at this facility. Click HERE to read all the details and learn how you can be a part to this fabulous project. 

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The adorable girl was cut using the Silhouette. You can find her at, "Support," at Creative Kuts.  

As you can see, the original cutting file comes with two girls.  I edited the file using Photoshop. The sentiment "LOVE" and the Bible verse were designed and cut on the Silhouette as well.

I am entering this card in the following challenges:

Love to Create Challenge Blog - Red and/or Pink
Cupcake inspirations- Challenge #247
Crafting By Designs- Anything Goes
Creative Cutting Challenge - Love/Die cut
City Crafter Challenge - Love Bug
Sweet Stamps - Love

Thank you for stopping by today.  

Until next time.

 

Cindy

A Must Read! Beautiful ladies spreading the love!

Here is today's post from the I Feel the Love Project that I wanted to share with you.  Such a great thing!!

"When we opened our email today we discovered one of those emails that just warms your heart.  Back in October of 2013 you may remember that we sent Thanksgiving cards to the residents of Chancellor's Village.  This care facility has over 200 residents and we were able to send over 200 cards, making sure that each resident received one.

Well today, the amazing group of residents have decided to pay their gift forward by creating cards for our February 2014 project.   And that isn't all, starting this month they have scheduled a crafting session specifically to make cards for the I Feel the Love Project recipients!  How amazing are they?  Can we just say praise God for this selfless and fabulous group!!

One table of ladies from Chancellor's Village creating cards!

It looks like they are having a great time!

Here are a couple of the awesome cards that were made!

I don't know about you, but this inspired me to make more cards.  Is isn't too late to get involved. Please consider joining us his month as we make cards for the kids at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center.

 I Feel the Love Project- February 2014 (Click for details)

All you need to do is:

Submit your hand crafted card/s by March 1st to:

Madison Womack

IFTL Project

P.O. Box 1203

Atascadero, CA 93423

Project #29

Please share your project with everyone by linking it to the I Feel the Love Project photo gallery before you put it in the mail. Click HERE to find the photo gallery. Thank you all in advance.  This could never work with out you and all your continued support.  Spread the word!"

What a wonderful gift to the IFTL Project. 

Thanks for stopping by!  I am busy creating more cards and will be back soon with pictures!  Enjoy your day :)

Cindy

Crafting for Amazing Kids!

Ever since Madison started college and moved into her own apartment, I have found myself in the craft room more and more.  Partly because I have time on my hands, and mainly just because I miss her!!  We used to sit and create for hours on end together.  The least I can do is create for her non-profit, the I Feel the Love Project! 
 
I am on a mission to create as many cards as I can for this month's  I Feel the Love Project!  As you know, the I Feel the Love Project collects and sends handcrafted cards to individuals, families, and groups who are experiencing a difficult time in their life/lives.  

Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center

Ashley

For the month of February 2014, we are collecting uplifting, cheerful greeting cards for the sweet kids spending time at Santa Monica UCLA medical Center.  These kids were chosen to be a part of this project by Ms. Ashley, a two time cancer patient who has herself received care at this facility. Click HERE to read all the details and learn how you can be a part to this fabulous project. 

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We believe the kids at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center are all superstars.  I found this printed paper with various colored stars and knew I wanted to use it on this card.

The adorable (SVG) girl was cut using the Silhouette.  To incorporate the LOVE we feel for these kids, we used a dress that was designed with red hearts!!

The sentiment, "With God all things are possible," comes from the "Faith" Pink By Design stamp set. 

I am entering this card in the following challenge:

Love to Create Challenge Blog - Red and/or Pink
Crafting By Designs- Anything Goes
Creative Cutting Challenge - Love/Die cut

Thank you for stopping by today.  It is nice to be in the craft room even if alone!  The life of an empty nester :)

Until next time.

 

Cindy

Making a sick child smile!

So are you getting caught up in the Olympics or are you still finding time to craft?  I am spending my time doing a little of both.  I just can't seem to stay out of the craft room no matter what is on television. 
 
I am on a mission to create as many cards as I can for this month's  I Feel the Love Project!  As you know, the I Feel the Love Project collects and sends handcrafted cards to individuals, families, and groups who are experiencing a difficult time in their life/lives.  

Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center

Ashley

For the month of February 2014, we are collecting uplifting, cheerful greeting cards for the sweet kids spending time at Santa Monica UCLA medical Center.  These kids were chosen to be a part of this project by Ms. Ashley, a two time cancer patient who has herself received care at this facility. Click HERE to read all the details and learn how you can be a part to this fabulous project. 

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It may be hard to see in this photo, but I created the background paper using 9 different rubber stamps from the "Just a Little Note to say..." stamp set designed by Emma at My Creative Time. 

The sweet sentiments were paired with the adorable teddy bear from the Create a Critter Cricut cartridge.   

You know I typically like to add a ribbon or twine and on this card I chose a pretty red ribbon to compliment the paper and add a pop of color!

I am entering this card in the following challenge:

MCT- Designer Challenge 

Thank you for stopping by today.

Until next time.

 

Cindy

Gluten Free Muffins and treat box!

The inspiration for today's project comes from my own personal experience.  I only eat Gluten Free foods. With Valentine's Day coming up, I wanted to create a project that I hope would inspire others to create for their loved ones or friends who also have dietary restrictions (and can't receive chocolate). I may not be able to eat chocolate, but I can eat gluten free muffins and this treat box with a twist would be welcome in my home anytime!!

A "popcorn" style SVG box was cut using the 

Silhouette cutting machine.  You can use any 

file that you own!

 Two layers were cut, one from a lightweight printed 

paper and one from a white card stock 

used to make the box sturdier.

Here comes the twist, this box has a pocket to place a 

recipe card for the item inside the box. Simply cut a horizontal slit in one of the printed papers.  Once 

the slit is created, adhere all four printed pieces to 

the four pieces of white card stock.  Be sure not to tape the 

slitted area to the card stock or you will not 

be able to create the pocket. 

Type or write up the recipe to the item you are giving away.

Decorate the recipe card and insert in the pocket.

Bake you muffins or whatever fun treat you are 

giving to your special someone. Here is the recipe 

for the Gluten Free muffins shown above. Note, I did 

not add the frosting topping since I thought 

these muffins were sweet enough without it.

Gluten Free Butternut Squash Muffins

 

Line the box with tissue and add muffins!!

This project is being entered into the following challenge:

The Pink Elephant- TPE236

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to leave me a comment and I will get back to you!

Have a fabulous day!

Cindy

Creating for a Cause

It seems like just yesterday that I had a hard time believing it was January.  And now February is upon us!  Does anyone else seem to think that time is just flying by?
 
Time to get crafting for the I Feel the Love Project!  As you know, the I Feel the Love Project collects and sends handcrafted cards to individuals, families, and groups who are experiencing a difficult time in their life/lives.  

Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center

Ashley

For the month of February 2014, we are collecting uplifting, cheerful greeting cards for the sweet kids spending time at Santa Monica UCLA medical Center.  These kids were chosen to be a part of this project by Ms. Ashley, a two time cancer patient who has herself received care at this facility. Click HERE to read all the details and learn how you can be a part to this fabulous project. 

This card was made using the QT Patootie Pumpkin Pickin' Friends Digi Stamp.  This and other adorable digi stamps and cutting files, can be found at Paper Crafting World.com.  

The tags were made using the Silhouette cutting machine.  You can write/type any words in any font that you have on your computer and then cut around them in any shape.  As you can see here, the words prayers, hugs, and love were computer generated and then added to a label cutting file.  Super easy and really cute.

I love adding ribbon, floss, buttons... to my cards.  The embellishments on this card included red and while striped twine and a fun button!

Thank you for stopping by today.

Until next time.

 

Cindy