Papertrey Ink January Blog Hop Challenge

Well, it’s the 25th of January and first of the new year Blog Hop Challenge at Papertrey Ink. I’ve definitely lost what little mojo I had after pushing myself to get Christmas cards done and mailed before the very last minute.

Green Wedding Shoes

Hurried to make a card to participate in the challenge and came up with this festive birthday card inspired by the baby shower cake above. 

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and True Black

Ink: Melon Berry, Blueberry Sky and VersaFine Onyx Black

Stamps: Penned Elegance

Dies: None

Other: Hero Arts Stencil, Ink Blending Tool and AC Gold Glittered Tape

PTI November Blog Hop Challenge

Why is it I never seem to have the right stamps for these challenging? No candy cane stamp whatsoever. Guess I'll have to remedy that so it doesn't happen again. Anyway, it's time once again for Papertrey Ink's monthly blog hop. Here's the image to inspire us. 

{source: goodhousekeeping.com}

The shade of blue ribbon is like none of the blues I own so I capitalized on the red and white with a touch of Blueberry Sky. My holly was stamped in Pinefeather with red berries. This is the card I created that looks just like a gift box all decked out for Christmas. 

Happy Hopping! I can't wait to see what others created based on the above photo. 

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White

Ink: Blueberry Sky and Pinefeather

Stamps: MFT Hand Lettered Holiday

Dies: Fancy Flakes, Tag Sale #9 (resized) and Noted: Scalloped A2

Other: Red/White Striped Ribbon, White Crochet Thread, Ink Blending and SU Real Red Marker

PTI October Blog Hop Challenge

Well, well, how did this happen already? It's the 25th of October and time for another Papertrey Ink Blog Hop Challenge. Happy Pumpkin Season! That's exactly the inspiration image for this month's challenge.

{image source: pixabay.com}


I stretched my liberties by opting to go with Fall foliage on Kraft card stock and lots of polka dots in lieu of pumpkins. 

Have fun hopping!

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Kraft, Vintage Cream and Sheer Basics Vellum

Ink: Dark Chocolate, Hero Arts Ombré Autumn and VersaMark

Stamps: Leaf Prints and Penned Elegance

Dies: Leaf Prints and Noted: Scalloped A2

Other: Button, DMC Floss and Foam Tape

Papertrey Ink September Blog Hop Challenge

Believe it or not, I'm ahead of schedule because I'm typing this on Sunday evening even though the Papertrey Ink Blog Hop isn't until Tuesday, the 25th. However, I will be enroute bright and early to Boston for my week with girlfriends having fun and sightseeing. Of course, we'll be on the hunt for the best Boston Cream Pie! Anyway, back to the Blog Hop. Here's the fabulous inspiration image as referenced on PTI's blog. If this doesn't put you in the Fall spirit, I don't know what will. 

{image source: homeiswheretheboatis.net}

Since I've got a few more things to accomplish before my trip, I'll get on with sharing my card. In case you're wondering, I did add some Dark Chocolate and Summer Sunrise stripes to this Autumn Chicken Scratch paper and framed it using the Cover Plate: Pretty Frame. 

While I'm relaxing in our rental, I hope to check out the hop to see what others created. Have a great week, everyone!

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Summer Sunrise, Kraft and Autumn Chicken Scratch

Ink: Dark Chocolate, Summer Sunrise, Classic Kraft, Ripe Avocado and Hero Arts Ombré Autumn

Stamps: Leaf Prints, Keep It Simple: Thanksgiving, Background Basics: Super Stripes and Essentials by Ellen Thankful (fussy-cut pumpkin)

Dies: Leaf Prints, Sketched Shapes and Cover Plate: Pretty Frame

Other: SU Dimensionals

Papertrey Ink July Blog Hop Challenge & PTI MIM #330: Repeating The Greeting

Here we are already on the 25th of the month so it's time for another Blog Hop Challenge at Papertrey Ink. This is this month's inspiration photo. Because I don't own any Salt Air stamps or dies, I chose to go with the color palette shown in this image. 

{source: Poppy & Red on Behance}

Thought I'd try something different so I embossed Happy Birthday from Graceful Greetings several times, ink blending them in Blueberry Sky with the exception of one. To highlight one of the repeated sentiments, I opted to layer die-cuts in Pure Poppy to make it stand out. Randomly stamped a few stars in Blueberry Sky and Pure Poppy, adhered a strip of Blueberry Sky to the left side and finished the card. Planning to send this to my BIL, whose birthday is later this month. 

This is a two-for-one card as I'm also entering this in Papertrey's Make It Monday #330, where Lizzie Jones challenged us to repeat sentiments on our card. 

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and Blueberry Sky

Ink: Blueberry Sky and Pure Poppy

Stamps: Birthday Cheer

Dies: Graceful Greetings

Other: Ink Blending Tool and Spray Adhesive

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Papertrey Ink June Blog Hop Challenge

This post is going to be short and sweet. I'm on the run but didn't want to miss the chance to participate in this month's Blog Hop at Papertrey Ink. Details can be found here. 

{source: The First Year blog}

Isn't this just a wonderful array of summertime treats? Yes, please, I'll take one of each!

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and MIM Kit: Still Life Summer

Ink: Green Parakeet, New Leaf, Bright Buttercup, Amethyst Allure and Royal Velvet

Stamps: MIM Kit: Still Life Summer and Give Thanks

Dies: MIM Kit: Still Life Summer

Other: Ink Blending Tool, SU Blender Pen and SU Dimensionals

PTI May 2018 Blog Hop

Well, here we are again on the 25th of the month and time for another Papertrey Ink Blog Hop. It's a little chilly here today in Western Washington, but this inspiration photo defines summer. My days of camping have long passed, but I have fond memories of all the fun times we had. 

{image source: snippets & ink}

The tablecloth and colorful flowers inspired me to create an anniversary card. Thanks to the recently-purchased Bitty Big: True Black I didn't have to stamp my own gingham. 

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Bitty Big: True Black and Hibiscus Burst

Ink: Green Parakeet, New Leaf, Winter Wisteria, Royal Velvet, Amethyst Allure, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz and VersaFine Onyx Black

Stamps: Humming Along and Garden Grace

Dies: Humming Along and Tag Sale #9

Other: SU Dimensionals 

PTI April 2018 Blog Hop

What a whirlwind of a month April was, and we're already to the 25th! Yes, it's time for another Blog Hop at Papertrey Ink. They came up with a beautiful inspiration photo of stacked teacups. 

image source: http://www.gailmccormack.com

Since I'm not a tea or coffee drinker, I don't own any "cup" stamps or dies so I used the color scheme and played off the floral design. Here's my take as well as my "lay flat" photography as Lexi shared with us on the Papertrey Blog. 

I edged the oval using a Gold Pen and Glitter Gelly Roll Pen. The leaves and flowers were colored using a Blender Pen and PTI inks or SU Markers to carry out the colors in the teacups. The Linen/Canvas layer was done by inking up the impression plate with Aqua Mist ink. To lighten it a bit, I also used a sponge and white pigment ink to lighten it a bit and add more streaks. Before adding my embossed sentiment, I popped up the oval using white foam. 

Off to help my DH buy and install a new entry door for our detached garage. We didn't have good luck at two Home Depots the last two days as their doors were so badly misaligned it wouldn't close. Off to check out Lowes. Hope you're seeing sunshine like we are today!

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and Vellum

Ink: Aqua Mist, Hawaiian Shores, Tropical Teal, Ripe Avocado, White Pigment and VersaMark

Stamps: Ways to Say: Birthday

Dies: Shape Shifters: Oval 1 and Linen/Canvas Impression Plate

Other: Clear Embossing Powder, Corner Rounder, Gold Pen, Glitter Gelly Roll Pen, SU Blender Pen, SU Markers, Zigs, Sponge and White Foam

PTI March 2018 Blog Hop

The 25th of the month means it's time for another Blog Hop at Papertrey Ink. It's also the day we fly home from New York City after a busy 5-day vacation with some of my husband's family. I'm off to get a haircut so I'm making this short. Here's the inspiration photo and then my card. 

image source: www.marthastewart.com

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Soft Stone, Kraft and Stamper's Select White

Ink: Kraft, Soft Stone, Harvest Gold, Lovely Lady, Autumn Rose, Ripe Avocado and Dark Chocolate

Stamps: Brushed Off, Watercolor Wonder, Bitty Bouquets, In The Shadows and Keep It Simple: Get Well

Dies: Noted: Scalloped A2, Noted: Scalloped A2 Vertical, Mega Gracious Vases and Bitty Bouquets

Other: gelly Roll Glitter Pen, Fun Foam, SU Dimensionals and Waterbrush

PTI February 2018 Blog Hop

This is what you call really beating the clock with my entry for this month's Papertrey Ink Blog Hop. The idea is to use their inspiration photo to create a project. So cute!

photo source: The Goodwill Gal

Seeing that I don't own an Easter stamp or die or a bunny for that matter, I went with the pastel color scheme. Here's my card. 

Thank you for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted):

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Hibiscus Burst and Harvest Gold

Ink: Green Parakeet, Hibiscus Burst and Harvest Gold

Stamps: Background Basics: Chevron Strips and Tulip Time

Dies: Cover Plate: Pretty Frame, Mix & Mat: Pretty Brackets and Life Is Beautiful

Other: Sizzix Swiss Dots Embossing Folder, Make-Up Brush, Foam Tape and Gems

PTI January 2018 Blog Hop

Why is it I know the 25th of the month is just 10 days after the release, but I'm rushing to beat the deadline tonight? I even had all kinds of ideas running through my head as soon as I saw the image posted. Check out Papertrey Ink's Blog Hop Challenge here. The festive birthday photo below is this month's inspirational piece. 

photo source: freshmommyblog

I had fun ink blending the colors on the balloons and "popping up" my numbers and sentiment for added dimension. Can you believe I'm actually using some of the paper from the BIG sale last year? Me either as I guess I've been saving it for the perfect opportunity, and this is it! Planning to check out later tonight what other participants created for this month's hop. 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Hawaiian Shores and Black & White All Over

Ink: Lovely Lady, Hawaiian Shores, Harvest Gold, Autumn Rose, Amethyst Allure and VersaFine Onyx Black

Stamps: Birthday Style

Dies: Modern Numbers

Other: Clear Embossing Powder, Eye Shadow Applicators, SU Dimensionals and Foam Tape

Papertrey November 2017 Blog Hop Challenge

I'm writing this post early because we're traveling for Thanksgiving and don't want to miss the opportunity to participate in this month's Blog Hop at Papertrey Ink. Here is the beautiful inspiration piece for this month's challenge.

photo source: Grandin Road

My eyes went right to the plaid napkin on the table, the gold "gather" centerpiece and the fall decor on the chair. This is my creation, and I have just the person in mind to receive it. Hope she likes it!

Hope everyone had a delicious feast and fun with friends and family over Thanksgiving! 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and Kraft

Ink: Dark Chocolate, Orange Zest and VersaMark

Stamps: Give Thanks and Spruce & Sprigs

Dies: Limitless Layers 2.25" Ovals, Give Thanks and Spruce & Sprigs

Other: Plaid Ribbon, Gelly Roll Glitter Pen, Bic Gold Marker, Perfect Pearls Heirloom Gold, Orange Hemp, Zing! Metallic Gold Embossing Powder, Glue Dots and Double-Sided Tape

Papertrey October 2017 Blog Hop Challenge

Today being the 25th of October means it's time for another Blog Hop Challenge at Papertrey Ink. Nichole must spend hours seeking out gorgeous inspiration pieces for us, and this month is no exception. Since I'm finishing my card at the last minute, I couldn't get too fancy with lots of color and/or watercoloring. Besides, I can use more Thanksgiving cards. Mission accomplished!

photo source: If you don't follow him already on IG, you simply must! Adolfo Serra

Eager to see how others were inspired and what they created. I'm sure I'll see some real beauties when I get a chance to Blog Hop! 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Vintage Cream and Ripe Avocado

Ink: Ripe Avocado, Dark Chocolate and VersaMark

Stamps: Leaf Prints and Keep It Simple: Thanksgiving

Dies: Leaf Prints

Other: Stencil from Garden Gate, Ink Blending Tools, Zing! Metallic Gold Embossing Powder, DMC Floss and SU Dimensionals

Papertrey July 2017 Blog Hop Challenge

Most everyone who follows Nichole's blog knows that the 25th of every month is Papertrey Ink's Blog Hop Challenge. We always get such interesting images to inspire us, and this month's vignette is no exception. Look at the soft blues, grays and a touch of antique gold in this beauty. 

photo source Once Wed

Let's just say I incorporated some of what I saw and went with it. 

Linda E shared her response on the Forum when the question was posted, Where do you find inspiration? "Someone made a suggestion to me a long time ago to find something that I liked; it could be a card, a photo, fabric, a pillow, whatever. Study your object for a few minutes, then put it away. 

Without looking at your inspiration piece again, go make a card based on your observations. I use this suggestion quite a bit." 

This is what I created without staring at the image on my iPad like I usually do. 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White

Ink: Spring Rain, Blueberry Sky, Enchanted Evening, Limeade Ice and Simply Chartreuse

Stamps: Year of Psalms June and Turning A New Leaf

Dies: Mix & Mat: Pretty Brackets

Other: Ink Blending Brush, Gold Embossing Powder, Gold Zig Painty Pen, White SU Chiffon Ribbon and White Foam (Amazon)

PTI Blog Hop Challenge June 2017

How can it be the 25th of June already? It seems like it was just Christmas! Anyway, it's time for another Blog Hop Challenge at Papertrey Ink. Here's the lovely inspirational piece provided on Nichole's blog. 

photo source Anthropologie

Because we had such a busy Saturday scheduled, my mind told me I needed to get this card made Friday night and ready to post for Saturday's blog hop. Apparently, I was skipping over the 24th...thinking Saturday was the 25th, and it was way past my bedtime when I finished. Without further ado, here's my card. 

I started with a Stamper's Select White card base and added a strip at the bottom to ground my vases. This strip was embossed using the Linen/Canvas Impression Plate and then blended with Soft Stone ink and a blending tool. The vases were also ink blended with Melon Berry and Pinefeather, respectively, to which I added Glossy Accents for a watery effect. The Bitty Bouquet die cuts were stamped using Melon Berry, Bright Buttercup and Simply Chartreuse. I paint splattered some Pinefeather ink on the card base before assembling the card. One flower stem and the Melon Berry vase are adhered using SU Dimensionals. And that's a wrap. 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White

Ink: Soft Stone, Pinefeather, Melon Berry, Simply Chartreuse and Bright Buttercup

Stamps: Bitty Bouquets

Dies: Bitty Bouquets and Mega Gracious Vases

Other: Linen/Canvas Impression Plate, Blending Tool, Paintbrush, SU Dimensionals and Glossy Accents

PTI Blog Hop Challenge May 2017

Not very often do I create my card early for the Blog Hop, but we'll be on vacation on the 25th so I'm ahead of the challenge. Nichole always comes up with such beautiful images to use as inspiration whether it's the design or the colors. This month is no exceeption. You can read more details here. 

print designed by the talented irtsya



Seeing blues, greens, peach, rose colors with flowers and leaves this is what I created for an anniversary card, which I don't send very often.

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Vintage Cream and Black

Ink: Blueberry Sky, Ocean Tides, Melon Berry, Autumn Rose, Scarlet Jewel and VersaFine Onyx Black

Stamps: Painted Petals, Floral Sketches, MIM Mini Kit: Lovely Laurels and Spruce & Sprigs

Dies: MFT Stitched Rectangles, Tag Sale: Quilted, Painted Petals, Floral Sketches and Spruce & Sprigs

Other: SU Dimensionals and Ink Blending Tool

Papertrey April Blog Hop Challenge 2017

Can you believe it's already the 25th of April, which means we're almost one-third of the way through 2017? It's time once again for another Blog Hop Challenge at Papertrey Ink using the image below. You can read all the details here. 

print designed by the talented Megan Carter

Rather than use flowers like I usually do, I opted to layer Life Is Beautiful butterfly dies colored using my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens.

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and SU Going Gray

Ink: Hibiscus Burst, Tim Holtz Spiced Marmalade and Delicata Silvery Shimmer

Stamps: Big Birthday Wishes and Mini Kit: Color Pop Florals

Dies: Life Is Beautiful, Wonderful Words: Birthday and Noted: Scalloped A2 Vertical

Other: Ink Blending Tool, Zigs, WOS Shimmer, Waterbrush and Rhinestones

Papertrey March Blog Hop Challenge

Well, it's the 25th of the month and that means it's time once again for Papertrey's March Blog Hop Challenge. You can find the details here on Nichole's blog. Look at the beautiful and colorful images she provided this month for us to use creating a project. 

prints designed by the talented Victoria Johnson

Each one is so beautiful it was tough for me to decide which one to use. I went with the one on the lower right. Here's what I created using the Make It Market Mini Kit: Color Pop Florals. 

Thanks for stopping by, and I really do appreciate your comments. 

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Hawaiian Shores, Hibiscus Burst and Enchanted Evening

Ink: Hawaiian Shores, Tropical Teal, Spring Rain, Blueberry Sky, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, VersaMark and White Pigment Ink (Joann's)

Stamps: Make It Market Mini Kit: Color Pop Florals and Bitty Bouquet (sentiment)

Dies: None

Other: MIM Mini Kit: Color Pop Floral Stencils, SU Ticket Corner Punch, White Embossing Powder, SU Not Quite Navy Marker (dots in small flowers), Sponge for edging sentiment, Sponge Daubers, Ink Blending Tools and SU Dimensionals