Finally, some cards and pics!

The last few days have seen a dry spell of creativity for me. Seems that it's over because this morning, after posting BINGO numbers, I sat down at my craft table and completed a Stamp Shack swap with owls as the focus and, a card for my SIL, which is also for a Creative Team challenge at The Shack. I hope she has a sense of humour. DH said she did, so if not, I'll blame him. Oh, BTW, he said he would keep you updated on my progress after my surgery. I guess I'll have to give him my password, but Lord only knows what he'll get up to here. He has a very weird sense of humour. However, he will let you know how I'm doing, if y'all are interested, that is. How presumptious of me to assume you would. (One can only hope, right?)

Here's the card for SIL. I used my newest set, "You know you're old when....." by Gina K. Designs. This set is a must have for all of you. It is so versatile and funny. Of course, the front of the card doesn't make sense unless you read the inside. I actually found a tutorial that was terrific for sewing on cards. It is by Julia Stainton and was posted on her blog, Belle Papiere, quite a while ago. I just saw it today. You can read it here.
This card, however, also inspired me. Of course, I already had completed my card when I saw this one, but, never again will I throw out my 'goof-ups' and I can only hope that they turn out this cool. I love Cammie's attitude regarding this card.

Supplies:
Cardstock: PTI White Select
Designer Paper: Two Scoops
Stamps: Gina K. Designs
Ink: Palette Hybrid Black
Embellishments: CTMH Photo Hangers, TAC Loopy Brads, Scrapper's Floss, sewing

Here is the ATC I made for the swap. It's my last swap before going into the hospital and I'm really glad I finished it up so I can pop it into the mail tomorrow.




I just realized that the owl is from the set by Carolyn King (Cammie) which is also offered by Gina K. Designs. Seems I'm a bit addicted to Gina K.'s stuff. I'm not complaining about it. My addiction could have taken a completely different path, so I'll stick to rubber stamping and paper crafting, thank you very much!
The ATC uses the masking technique and three different stamping companies.

Supplies:
Cardstock: PTI White Select
Patterned Paper: Clouds from Michaels
Stamps: Carolyn King Collection, Autumn Leaves, CTMH
Ink: Palette Hybrid Black, Versafine Sepia
Embellishments: Googlie Eyes, Copic markers and Copic Spica Glitter pen