Hello Friend

My apologies for missing "What's New Wednesday".  Something came up and I just wasn't able to get to it.  We'll be back next week with fun NEW stuff.

In the meantime, I wanted to share a card I created last week.  The stamp is from Unity Stamps.  I colored the image with Copic markers and added some Sparkly Fluff to the flower.  It's hard to see in this image, but the flower is "sparkly" and a bit fuzzy from the "fluff".

Happy Thursday!

Berry Basket from Lifestyle Crafts

When I saw this basket at the CHA Show in January,  I knew I had to have it.  It came in about a week ago and I couldn't wait to create something with it.  Since the end of the school year is just around the corner, I thought I'd create something for a teacher.  I filled the basket with some office supplies, added a box of pencils and some strawberry Jones Soda to go with my strawberry theme.  I thought this would also be cute filled with strawberry or apple shaped sugar cookies.  For the holidays, you can fill it with a jar of home-made jam or cookies.  I think it's the perfect way to wrap up any berry themed gift.

Let's Toast Stamp and Die Set

The "Let's Toast" stamp and die set from My Favorite Things Stamps is perfect for dressing up bottled gifts all year long.  Add it to soda or beer for dad on Father's Day.  Dress it up and add it to a bottle of Champagne for a wedding gift or New Year's event.  I've made a few to add to a bottle of wine for last minute hostess gifts.  It's also perfect for Holiday gift giving.

 It's hard to see in this image, but  the set also comes with a mini bottle tag and several phrases to add to your wine glass stems.  These make it easier to keep track of your drink at the party.

Graphic 45 Topical Travelogue

My mom created this beautiful book using Graphic 45's Tropical Travelogue collection and Bo-Bunny's 9"x 9" Bare Naked Binder.  She's now trying to talk my dad into a tropical vacation.  The book just isn't complete without pictures!  Right?

Here's a peek at some of the pages.  Stop in the store for a complete look at this amazing book.

Here's a close up of that embossed spine.  The photo does not give it proper credit.  It really looks like embossed leather.

This page has a pocket with a mini matchbook album tucked inside.  The matchbook is one of Tim Holtz new die cuts.

Here's a closer look at that mini matchbook album.

Lastly, here's a closer look at the fish on the front of the pocket.  I love how she layered them.