¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Welcome and I hope you are enjoying the awesome blog hop between Sabor Papel and Craftwell today!
I used papers from the Ole’ and Amor collection to create the following cards:
The festive and colorful collections make these cards party ready! Enjoy the hop! Sending you off with crafty wishes and washi tape dreams!
Hey guys!
When I saw the announcement that Coffee Loving Cardmakers would be a Winter/Holiday themed coffee lovers blog hop (say that three times FAST) I just knew I had to participate!
I won an Instagram contest sponsored by Elle’s Studio and the prize pack was chock full of goodies from Elle’s Studio Let’s Eat and Cienna collections. Combine that goodness with a throwback holiday stamp set from Elle’s Studio and a card was born:
I super love it (is that even a sentence?)! I have followed Elle’s Studio for quite some time now and I think their collections are super fab! Thank you very much Elle’s Studio!
Check out the entire blog hop HERE.
Sending you off with crafty wishes and washi tape dreams!
xo, Tyra
Hey Guys!
I’m so excited to end the year off right by participating in the Silhouette Challenge Group! I found this group on a whim and now have the chance to take part in the grand finale — the Holiday Challenge!
No matter what holiday you celebrate this time of year, we’d love to see how you use your Silhouette to tackle a holiday or winter-related project. DIY gift wrap, handmade gifts, holiday décor…it all applies!
Work some snazzy stripes into your holiday project this month and you earn the title of multi-tasker extraordinaire!
Challenged Accepted!
This project is so so cheesy easy using my silhouette portrait! I created a holiday ornament gift box thats versatile to use as a teacher gift, party favor or to decorate your tree!
Step 1. Select Patterned Paper. I choose paper from a 12 x 12 holiday themed paper pad so I didn’t have to think about coordinating patterns or colors! The holidays are busy enough!
Step 2. Select Design. I selected Lori Whitlock’s “3d box ornate band christmas tree ornament” from the Silhouette Store! It’s Design ID #34921 and on currently sale for 75 cents!
Step 2. Arrange and cut design in Silhouette. This design consists of two cut files and I planned on creating more than one ornament so I ungrouped the two cut files. I selected the outer filigree-like cut file and made three copies of it onto an area sized to 8.5 by 11 inches (standard paper size) and cut the pattern out. I selected the coverstock setting since my paper is 80 pound coverstock and made a few adjustments to the cut settings: Speed: 1 / Thickness 33 / Double Cut.
I cut the box onto a coordinating patterned paper. Notice that the design doesn’t perfectly fit onto the area (also sized to 8.5 by 11 inches) but that’s completely okay! That section will remain uncut and you case use scissors to finish cutting the edge. This edge is eventually folded and hidden on the inside of the box! Cut this box three separate times.
The holiday paper pack I selected included an assortment of sentiments, so I cut one out and added the sentiment to the front of the ornament. I used strong double-sided adhesive tape to close and seal the ornament. This is especially important when you add a tasty treat inside. No spoiling the surprise!
Let’s take a Look at this fun ornament again, shall we?
My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I are all sharing projects on our blogs today, so peruse the projects below for a wealth of Silhouette inspiration!
1. Beauty in the Mess // 2. JustTyra // 3. Dream a Little Bigger // 4. Simply Kelly Designs // 5. The Stamp Doc // 6. From Wine to Whine // 7. TheKimSixFix // 8. unOriginal Mom // 9. HaberdasheryFun // 10. Tastefully Frugal // 11. Sisters, What! // 12. Small Stuff Counts // 13. Where The Smiles Have Been // 14. Whatcha Workin’ On? // 15. Designed Decor // 16. Architecture of a Mom // 17. Decor Adventures // 18. Create & Babble // 19. Tori Grant Designs // 20. Tried & True // 21. The Thinking Closet // 22. Creative Ramblings // 23. Get Silvered // 24. McCall Manor // 25. Cutesy Crafts // 26. Ginger Snap Crafts // 27. My Favorite Finds // 28. Cupcakes&Crowbars // 29. Pineapples & Pinecones // 30. The Crafting Nook // 31. It Happens in a Blink // 32. Alayna’s Creations
There is also a fun giveaway being hosted by the Silhouette Challenge Group. Click HERE for the deets!
Thanks so much for stopping by! Sending you off with Crafty Wishes and Washi Tape Dreams! xo, Tyra
Happy Wednesday! You should have arrived here from Jennifer Synder’s Blog! And by now you should now all the deets, but just in case, Blitsy is at is again giving away not just any pair of scissors, but Golden Scissors! Actually Each blog in today’s hop is giving away a pair of Golden Scissors so you have multiple chances to win! Just leave a comment about the Black Friday sneaks I’ll reveal below!
BUT WAIT! there’s more
If you win a pair of Golden Scissors, you will be entered into the Grand Prize Drawing for $1000.00 to spend at Blitsy or a Year’s worth of Craft Supplies! So, leave a comment about the Black Friday Sneaks!
Commenting/entries open until 7pm CST on Thanksgiving. Winners will be announced during Blitsy’s #blitsysleepover Pajama Party and posted on Blitsy’s Blog.
Before you leave, I would love to leave with you with a fun Design Tip and, of course, those Black Friday Sneaks!
Design Tips: Use non holiday papers to create holiday tags!
Use holiday themed dies + non holiday pattern papers to create Christmas tags. I simply I use reds, greens, black and white patterns, adding a little sparkle to create these holiday tags.
Blitsy Back Friday Sneaks:
New sales are launching Black Friday at 12am CST, Saturday 6am CST, Sunday 6am CST, and Cyber Monday 6am CST.
“Honorable Mention Sales” — Keep an eye out for these! There might be a fantastic sale or two.
Sending you off with washi tape wishes and crafty dreams — xo, Tyra
The next stop in today’s Blog Hop is Katie King!
Here’s the full hop list so you don’t miss out on your chance to win!
It’s been a long time since I’ve participated in a card challenge! I’m so excited to play along with the Curtain Call’s latest challenge, Pretty Pumpkins:
Inspired by the beautiful and crisp autumn palette, I created this card:
How fun it is to create just for creating. Sending you off with crafty wishes and washi tape dreams!
–Tyra
*This is my second post today! Please check out my Craftwell Post here*
Hey!
I’m over on the Blitsy Blog today sharing a card I created using the awesome Memory Box Open Studio Die-Circle Forest Scene die set. Memory Box dies cuts heavyweight card stock so well. I used 80 up to 100 pound card stock for this card and I had not one problem whatsoever.
Here is a peek
LOVE how this card came together! I might pop onto Periscope to share my supply list and comment on the steel dies I used to pull this card together. Would you be interested?
In other Blitsy news:
How are you doing today? At the time of this writing, I’m rather fantastic, thankful for healthy kids, my family and an extended weekend coming up. I love fall in the Midwest, so I’m going to brave taking my kids (by myself) to an orchard. Sending crafty wishes and washi tape dreams, my dears. Hugs – – Tyra 🙂
Clique Kits is having the Pep Rally Today!
The challenge: Anything goes!
The Kit: Funfetti
What a beautiful, amazing kit full of bright papers, alphas and sentiments that make my heart smile! I decided to step outside of my comfort zone and create something for my little girl. Although she’s elementary age, learning this year to read, count (to 1000 +) and make friends at her new school, I noticed she is really hard on herself, focusing on the things she got incorrect (versus celebrating her wins), or friends she didn’t make and worries about tomorrow. I’ve finally realized that she is just a miniature version of me, with kid-sized challenges mirroring my adult-sized ones.
This 12 x 12 layout features PinkFresh Studio’s Happy Things – Happy Words/Rustic Words sentiments layered with patterned papers and coordinating puffy stickers. I will place this layout in a frame and hang on her wall. This layout is just as much for me as it is for her. I’ll probably add a picture of us in the center as a reminder that I’ll always be there to support her, reminding her (and myself) to smile, laugh, love and be yourself.
Thanks so much for stopping by and enjoy the rest of the hop! Sending you off with crafty wishes and washi tape dreams! Hugs! Tyra 🙂
October 2015 Line-Up
Clique Kits https://cliquekits.wordpress.com/
Gia http://www.giaaloha.wordpress.com/
Erica http://ericarosecreates.blogspot.com/
Leeann Pearce http://thepaintbrushgoesspottie.blogspot.com/
Maryam* http://maryamperez.blogspot.com/
Aliza* http://peopleofthescrapbook.blogspot.com/
Megan Blethen http://www.craftymeggy.com/
Emma Pescott http://emslifedocumented.blogspot.co.nz/
Melissa* http://yesterday2day4ever.blogspot.co.nz/
Kim http://krodesigns.blogspot.com/
Leigh http://www.artfulleighcreative.com/
Renee Aslette http://www.reneeaslette.blogspot.com/
Kat* http://kraftykat9.blogspot.com/
Sandy Gonzalez craftythought.com/
Tyra Babington https://justtyra.com/
Marcia* http://www.onescrapatatime-bymumsie.blogspot.com/
Happy Friday!
Ready for the weekend? My weekend started a little early! One of my sisters is on a “Midwest Nostalgia” tour (she’s visiting family) and made a pit stop at our house! She’s already gone and we miss her so! My hubs, kiddos and I have plans visit to a pumpkin patch, do a little grilling, and watch a little football and baseball.
As for me — well you know that I’m going to fit a little crafting in this weekend. Here’s what’s up:
I’m signing off & sending you Crafty Wishes and Washi Tape Dreams!
xo, Tyra
This is my second post of the day! Check out everything Blitsy HERE.
Craftwell is collaborating with Teresa Collins this week featuring stunning acetate and gold accented Glam Factor, Collectors Edition and Project Pink. Here is a super sneak here:
Excuse me while I dial the year 1998 and request permission to use the word “bling-bling” because that’s what this card is all about! Enough of my silliness — check out the full reveal here 🙂
Thanks so much for stopping by! xo, Tyra
Happy Friday!
Let’s talk about Blitsy.
Did you know that Blitsy accepts Big Box Store Coupons! *faints* Check out the details here.
I’m enjoying the Free Classes Blitsy is now offering..I’m loving the garland, this jewelry tray and this vintage card. Oodles of crafty goodness and supplies all in one place. And there’s one more thing. (I almost don’t want you to even click that one last thing)
I’m sharing over on Blitsy super quick and easy ideas for creating cards with 6 x 6 patterned paper and ready made embellishments. Here is a sneak:
Head on over to Blitsy for the full reveal!
Just Tyra 