SAF 2015: Accessories Challenge

I found this cut (Pretty Pennants cartridge by Cricut) cut from Stamper's Select White cardstock. I was struck how it worked really well as a larger "cuff", and would be an inexpensive means of having a large statement accessory.

But as it was a gift, I cut it down and it still looks lovely, although definitely more subtle. Check out the Accessories Challenge for the particulars about shaping the popsicles. The challenge has ended, but the information is still there : ).

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 Does any one know if all these titles apply to just one person?

You might have read my post a couple of weeks ago about buying an iPad (mostly for crafting purposes). But it has also allowed me to achieve a dream I've had for over 30 years, immediate, 24 hour access to Philip Miller's Gardener's Dictionary (8th edition, 1768). I used to drive over an hour to pour over an original from opening to closing. The real-life edition is a 3 volume set, each volume is about 4 inches thick, 13 inches tall and about 10 inches wide.

I spent more than a day trying to figure it out (it is a BIG ASS file) how to store it on my iPad rather than having to download it from the Adobe Reader every time. It even baffled the folks at the genius bar for a while lol. Crafty time has been a bit minimal for actual activity due to a variety of factors including joining a gym.

When I was at physical therapy for 2.5 months this summer for tendinitis I was told that building up muscles will help the tendons. All the incentive I needed. Just behind the first picture you can see the leftovers from Stamp-a-faire back in the end of August. So I can watch my crafting videos whilst getting cardio lol.

Head over to Julia's Stamping Ground to see more crafty spaces.

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I'm still tidying up from the aftermath of Papertrey Ink's Stamp-a-faire even though I got distracted and only posted a couple of the challenges, I still made quite the mess.

The blue and green pieces are part of a card cut with Cricut Explore and the Simple Pop-Ups cartridge (a birthday card with a sea monster and "Let's Get Kracken" written on it for a friend celebrating her 50+ bithday). I'll be using my Explore a lot more now that I have an iPad mini. Also handy for playing crafting videos and no chance of getting glitter and bits of paper in the keyboard. Happy Birthday/Christmas/Mother's Day to me for years to come lol. (It's also my reading device). I'm a bit of a Luddite and don't want a smart phone (I don't like paying the monthly fees lol) so this is perfect for me.

To peek at other crafty spaces around the world, head over to Julia's Stamping Ground : D.

SAF 2015: Threads Challenge

Threads Challenge. Instead of making a card embellishment, I made a bracelet (so a wrist embellishment). I was perusing my stash of Melon Berry buttons (from SAF 2012) and I saw this button that had wavy Melon Berry lines in a transparent button.

I used two strands of Rustic Cream Button Thread and then braided them after making a loop (the two inner threads braided as one strand with the two outer threads. On the loop side I just braided and made a loop, cutting off the excess. The loop should be just large enough for the smaller button to go through.

I used my "needle" applicator to apply Ranger's Matte Multi Medium to make sure the knot doesn't come undone. The button twine can be a little "hairy" after braiding which is easily remedied with a little trimming.

SAF 2015 Bridal Challenge

Here's my take on Papertrey Ink's Stamp-a-faire 2015 Bridal Challenge.

stamp and die sets: Everyday Happiness, Rosie Posie, Fabulous Frames
paper: Stamper's Select White, White Shimmer, Sheer Basics Vellum Patterned Paper (tiny polka dots and Chevron)
embossing powder: Sparkle n' Shine Gold Detail, Sparkle n' Shine White Detail Opaque
adhesives: Stampin' Up foam pop ups, Ranger Matte Multi Medium (sequins), mini glue dots (behind the embossed areas of the flower).
embellishments: white flower sequins from Lovely Laurels mini kit, Darice 8mm Crystal sequins, PTI silk ribbon on a spool

Stamp-a-faire 2015 Fashion Show

Papertrey Ink's Stamp-a-faire is kicking off with a Fashion Show. Since I have zero selfie skills, I hung my shirt on the gate so the picture would be focused lol. 

I used the Fashion Sense stamp set with Dandelion and Rich Cocoa MementoLUXE mixed media ink. I just need to iron it for permanence.  Then I stamped the Tim Gunn  "Make it work." sentiment.

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I'm down to my last three sheets of unmounted rubber stamp sheets that need to be processed and filed. That was a daunting task lol. 

I treated myself to a couple of purchases. Ground Espresso inkpad, paint and marker. So for the minute (or until the first Friday of September I have all the Distress Inkpads and markers. Then I got a reward voucher for $10 from AC Moore and spent it on some more Tim Holtz products (how could I resist the tiny mason jars?????) and finally a pair of very very tiny scissors.

I finally finished my stint in physical therapy (2.5 months), and much progress was made. I feel confident I can do the last bit at home. But it is great to be able to sing "I'm a Little Teapot" again with proper arm movements. And the itching from my allergy tests Monday is finally subsiding.

Head over to Julia's Stamping Ground for a peak at more crafty spaces : D.