Damask Divas November Blog Hop - Huntington

If you came from Cydney Fowler's blog then you are in the right place.  If you have jumped here and just discovered our blog hop, feel free to check the list at Damask Divas blog Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of blog hop participants.

Hi my fellow scrapbook fans!  This month with the Huntington paper pack I decided to make a festive 2 page 8x8 Thanksgiving layout.  I hope you enjoy it. :)

The supplies I used: 

Perfect Fit Thanksgiving Stamp Set

Scallop Border Punch

Artiste Cricut Cartridge 

Opaques Mocha Adhesive Gems

Cocoa Ink

Autumn Terracotta Ink 

Barn Red Ink

Orange Gems

Thin Brown Ribbon 

First thing I inked my pages and then cut all the different pieces.  I then used the scallop border punch and stamped my images.  I adhered everything and added the embellishements.  Much quicker and faster then preparing any Thanksgiving food lol! 

Well, you made it to the end of this month's hop.  We hope you had as much fun browsing our creations made with the Surf's Up Paper as we had making them!  If you would like to check things out again just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the complete list of blogs. Thanks so much for hopping with us--now go get your crafty on!
XOXO Happy crafting!
:) Amanda

Damask Divas October Blog Hop - Laughing Lola

If you came from Tracey Caudle"s blog then you are in the right place.  If you have jumped here and just discovered our blog hop, feel free to check the list at Damask Divas blog Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of blog hop participants.

Hi all!  I’m so psyched it is one of my favorite times of year.  Halloween time!  :)  So for my Laughing Lola creation I made an 8x8 2 page layout.  I hope you find it to be spooktacular!!!  ;)  

The supplies I used include:

Laughing Lola Paper Pack

Perfect Fit Halloween Stamp Set

CTMH Black Ink

Cricut Pumpkin Carvings Cartridge

Monster Google Eyes from Hobby Lobby

First I cut all my paper and cricut designs.  All the cricut designs are cut at 2 and 1/2 inches.  After that I stamped my images, assembled, and aheared everything.  That easy!

Well I hope you enjoyed my festive Halloween layout!  I wish everyone a Happy Halloween!!!

The next blog on the list is Hilary Harris's blog.
Hope you have a great time on our hop and checking out all the creations using Laughing Lola. If you get lost, just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the complete list.
XOXO Happy crafting!
:) Amanda

Damask Divas September Blog Hop - Pro Player

If you came from Teri Hanson's blog then you are in the right place.  If you have jumped here and just discovered our blog hop, feel free to check the list at Damask Divas blog Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of blog hop participants.

So hi all!  I apologize for my short absence here on my blog.  For those that do not know I have recently moved from my home of 15 years in SWFL to Panama City Beach in NWFL.  It has been a big change and took me a little bit to get back in the grove but I’m back on track and ready to have some scrapbooking fun! 

So this month for the Damask Divas blog hop we are featuring the paper pack Pro Player.  This was a fun pack to create with since I have been a gamer since back in the day of the original Nintendo.  :)  Here is a 8x8 layout I came up with.   I hope you enjoy it.

The supplies I used:

CTMH Pro Player paper pack

Tan, metallic blue, and lined cardstock

CTMH Slate Ink

CTMH brad hinges (retired)

Silver mini brads and blue square brads   

Brad tab and red small brad

Sizzlet’s notebook font dies

Quickutz game controller dies

First I cut the photo mats for the entire layout.  Then I moved on to creating page 2.  I started working on the photo mat with the hidden journaling underneath.  I figured out where I wanted it on the page and then attached the brad hinge to the photo mat first and then to the page.  I then added the brad details and the game controller die cut to the page.  I decided to use the silver mini brads as the buttons on the controller to add more dimension.  Then I inked the page.  For the font on page one - I cut them out with the sidekick, ripped parts of the Pro Player paper, attached the paper to the letters and cut off the excess ripped paper.  I really like how it ended up coming out.  I hope you have enjoyed checking out my layout. 

*** I believe that the game controller die might be retired (I got it many years ago).  If you feel you really need one of those for your layout just message me and let me know.  I will cut you a couple and drop them in the mail to you.  :)   

The next blog on the list is Cyndey Fowler's.
 Hope you have a great time on our hop and checking out all the creations using Pro Player. If you get lost, just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the complete list.
XOXO Happy crafting!
:) Amanda

Damask Divas July Blog Hop - Surf's Up!

If you came from Shirley Bernal blog then you are in the right place.  If you have jumped here and just discovered our blog hop, feel free to check the list at Damask Divas blog Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of blog hop participants.

Hope you have a great time on our hop and checking out all the creations using Surfs Up paper pack. If you get lost, just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the full list.

Hi all it is that fun creative time of the month again!  the Damask Divas Blog Hop!  This month's featured paper pack is Surfs Up.  I decided to make a small chipboard album for this months project.  Hope you enjoy it.  :)

First the supply list:
Surf's Up Paper Packet
Canvas Alphabet
Opaques Mocha Adhesive Gems
Stamp Pads - Sunset , Chocolate, Bamboo, Goldrush, and Lagoon
Cuttlebug Circle Embossing Folder
Maya road chipboard Album
Ric rak - maize and white
Ribbon - maize, blue, brown
K and co Borders
MAMBI Chipboard Shapes
Joann's 3D Stickers
Blue Rhinestones
Prima Flowers
Gold Stickles

I started this project out by painting the edges of the chipboard album white, and then I cut all the paper to page size by tracing one of the triangle pages that did not have the scallops.  I attached to paper to one side of the page at a time.  Making sure to poke my microscissors through to the other side and cutting the pieces out of the slots for the jump rings.  For the cover I then took a sponge dauber in lagoon ink and dabbed it in the canvas letters.  I then adhered them along with the flowers.  I did a double layer of flowers and used the opaques for the centers.        

For the next pages inside the book I cut the photo mats, inked the edges on most of them, and adhered 3D embellishments and accents.  On the first double page layout I added an embossed paper piece as an accent (I love the embossed look so you know I had to put it in there somewhere lol).  On the third picture above page I put a hidden tag for journaling in that layout.  I put it behind one of the photo mats with large white ric rack attached to the top.  

 
On the back I also cut the photo mat and adhered the accents.  On the jump rings I tied ribbon and fiber all around them.  The key to making the most of a completed mini album like this is printing your pictures in WALLET SIZE.  They will fit perfectly and you will have the best brag album for your desk.  :) 

Well, you made it to the end of this month's hop.  We hope you had as much fun browsing our creations made with the Surf's Up Paper as we had making them!  If you would like to check things out again just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the complete list of blogs. Thanks so much for hopping with us--now go get your crafty on!
XOXO Happy crafting!
:) Amanda

June 100 Cricut Cartridge Blog Hop

June's 100 Cricut Cartridge Blog Hop 

You should have started at http://mycricutcraftroom.blogspot.com/ if not please start at the beginning. :)

Welcome everyone!  I’m excited to show you what I can up with for this month’s blog hop.  I used 6 different Cricut cartridges and made 6 different projects.  The first project I would like to show you is a party invite I made using Frightful Affair.  

Supplies used: Cricut Frightful Affair cartridge, Paper Studios cobweb embossing folder, Jim Holtz fence embossing folder, Die Cuts with a View Metallic cardstock, red and black Close to My Heart inks, Close to My Heart Swirl Stroke lowercase, Happy Hauntings (retired), and Art Philosophy Celebrations stamp sets, mini google eyes

 The how to: I cut the metallic cardstock ¼ inch smaller than the card, embossed it with the cobweb pattern, and then sanded it.  I cut the zombie and zombie layers from Frightful Affair.  I then stamped You’re Invited and cut the stamped image in a rectangle.  I inked the edges of the rectangle to give it a bloody look.  I put together the zombie (his bloody knee piece I put on the opposite side then indicated in the handbook since I knew the you’re invited sign would cover it up).  I then outlined his mouth with a black pen and attached the google eyes.  Next step step was to adhere everything to the card.  next I embossed the fence on white cardstock and inked with a sponge the embossed fence with black ink.  I then stamped the info inside the card and attached the fence to the bottom of the card. 

***Note - If there is anyone who doesn't know how to ink edges of paper or with a sponge just leave a comment letting me know that and I will create a video blog entry to show you how.  :)

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The next project I completed was a super easy and quick Christmas card.

  Supplies used: Cricut Close to My Heart Art Philosophy cartridge, silver stickles, CTMH red and green inks, CTMH Ornamental Cheer stamp set, silver ribbon

 

The how to:  I cut a piece of black cardstock to fit the front of the card.  Then I cut the ornament shape from the CTMH Art Philosophy cartridge (3 inch size as indicated on the CTMH Ornamental Cheer stamp set).  After that I stamped the ornament with the coordinating stamp from the Ornamental cheer stamp set.  The next step was to cut a small piece of silver ribbon and tie a little knot in it.  I cut another piece of ribbon that I used to make it look like the ornament is hanging on the front of the card.  I then attached the ornament and ribbon.  The last step was to add silver stickles to make it pop.  I applied the silver stickles by putting a small amount on a paper towel and then blotting it onto the card around the ornament and ribbon.  I stamped the inside of the card with the sediment “Wishing you a holiday filled with joy.”  This sediment stamp is also on Ornamental Cheer from CTMH.  This card is easy and quick to make.  Perfect design for making many for the Christmas season! 

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My third project I created for this hop is a birthday card for a great friend.

Supplies used: The Hoot and Hollar Cricut Cartridge, large orange gem, Queen and Co Twinkle Goosebumps - green, CTMH Just a Number stamp set, star spangled blue ink, and google eyes 

The how to: First I cut out the adorable owl and assembled him.  Instead of using the belly for the owl on the cartridge I used a felt flower (this came from my stash and I am not sure who makes it sorry).  I put a gem inside the middle of the flower.  I then added google eyes (I like to use google eyes I think they make a project come alive).  I cut the white piece of cardstock and stamped the sediment “With age comes wisdom…”.  For the inside of the card I cut a piece of white cardstock a 1/4 an inch smaller then the card.  I inked the edges and then stamped the sediment "You are one of the wisest people I know."  The perfect card for a great friend!      

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For my next creation I made a card for newlyweds (a subject I am loving since I recently tied the knot myself).  

Supplies used: Tie the Knot Cricut cartridge, CTMH Kraft card,  Paper Studio embossing folder,For Always CTMH paper pack, Love You and Adorable Backgrounds stamp sets (both retired), CTMH red sparkles, CTMH red ink, and Queen and Co Rhinestone Trios in black.

The how to:
First I cut the paper pieces for the card from the patterned paper and adhered them.  Next I cut the heart from the Tie the Knot cartridge.  Then I embossed the heart with the love embossing folder and sanded it down.  I followed that with stamping the adorable background pattern on the card flap.  Next step attach the heart with 3-d foam adhesive and I added black gems to the background pattern on the card flap.  Next I cut the white cardstock for the inside of the card.  I stamped the white cardstock and adhered it to the inside of the card.  Last steps are to cut the Mr & Mrs from red cardstock, ran it through my Xyron, and attached it to the envelop.  

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 Next project is a special way to say congrats to all those Grads out there!

Supplies used:Cricut Something to Celebrate cartridge,  Die Cuts with a View Shimmer cardstock, glitter cardstock, black cardstock, Scrapbooking Adhesives photo corners, silver decorative dots, and Close to My Heart Casual Expressions stamp set

First step for this card I cut the gray metallic cardstock back ground.  It is 1/4^th an inch smaller than the card.  The next step I used the Something to Celebrate cartridge to cut the mortar board shape.  I used glitter cardstock to cut the top of the mortar board and regular black card stock for the bottom part.  It was a bit tough to catch on camera to show you.  I did this to give it a bit of extra depth.  I assembled the mortar board pieces.  I then stamped congratulations on white cardstock and cut it down to the rectangle.  I adhered the gray metallic cardstock, attached the photo corners, and adhered the stamped congratulations image.  I then added the silver decorative dots.  I adhered the mortar board with foam adhesive to give it more depth.  That easy!

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My last project for you to check out today is for all the cat lovers out there.  This is a birthday card from your cat. :)

Supplies I used: Cricut celebrations cartridge, Cuttlebug Happy Birthday embossing folder, CTMH Meow (retired) and Perfect fit Birthday stamp sets, 4 mini pewter brads, Bazzill Bling blue and google eyes

 The how to: First I cut the green piece just a ¼ inch smaller than the card.  Then I embossed the green piece with the Happy birthday design and adhered it to the card.  I then cut the cat face and pieces.  I put the cat together outlining the cut detail in black marker, attached google eyes, and then attached the cat to the bling cardstock.  I attached the bling cardstock to the white cardstock, put the brads in the corners, and adhered the box with the cat face with 3d foam adhesive.  The last step was to stamp Happy birthday and the paw print on the inside of the card.  My idea was you can write the cats name next to the paw print.  :)

  

Well I hope you enjoyed my creations for this month.  Remember you can just shoot me an email if you ever have questions about my creations.  

Next on the blog hop is: Dee at - http://craftfavorites.com

In case you get turned around the entire lineup for the blog hop is:

Start - http://MyCricutCraftRoom.blogspot.com
Julie - http://www.thecricutchirp.com/
Marilyn - http://marilyncricutcards.blogspot.com/
Shelly - http://cardsbyshelly.blogspot.com/
Amanda http://amandaslovemanifested.blogspot.com/
Dee - http://craftfavorites.com
Erica http://ericasprojects.blogspot.com
Luisa - http://lepaperstudio.blogspot.com
Cindy - http://inlovewithpaper.blogspot.com
Sandy- http://scrapbookblessings.blogspot.com
Melissa - http://iamapapermaniac.blogspot.com
Vivian - Vivijdesigns.blogspot.com
Faith -  http://www.faithabigaildesigns.com/
Kathy U - http://kathy213-kathyscorner.blogspot.com/
Crafting Blog Events - http://craftingblogevents.blogspot.com

Thanks for taking the time to stop by.  Happy crafting all!
XOXO :) Amanda

Later Sk8r Damask Divas June Blog Hop

If you came from Cydney Fowler's blog at http://cydneyfowlercreations.wordpress.com/2013/05/30/damask-divas-june-hop-later-sk8r-and-tommy  you are in the right place.  If you have jumped here and just discovered our blog hop, feel free to check the list at Damask Divas blog Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of blog hop participants.”

“The next blog on the list is  Lilian Yeh's blog at http://theleafstudio.blogspot.com/2013/05/damask-divas-blog-hop-later-sk8r.html   Hope you have a great time on our hop and checking out all the creations using Later Sk8r or Tommy paper packs. If you get lost, just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the full list.

Hi there!  I always have so much fun with these blog hops!  Especially when it is a Close to My Heart blog hop since I LOVE their products.  Anyway, here is what I can up with when creating with the Later Sk8r paper pack.  Enjoy!  :)

Supplies I used:

Later Sk8r Paper Pack
Perfect Fit Birthdays Stamp Set
Art Philosophy Cricut Cart
Inks - Outdoor Denim and Slate
Frightful Affair Cricut Cart
Tim Holtz Gears embossing folder
4 mini silver brads

To make this card I cut my paper for the base of the card.  I dry embossed the green piece, sanded it, and then gently went over the sanded areas with the outdoor blue ink on a sponge dauber.  Next I cut the white square from the Art Philosophy cricut cartridge and then cut the skull from my Frightful Affair Cricut cartridge.  From there I stamped the perfect birthday stamps, attached that to the gray square, and then attached the brads in the corners.  Next I put the pieces of the skull together.  I then adhered both the skull and birthday stamped piece with foam 3d adhesives.  And there you go!  :)

 

The next blog on the list is Lilian Yeh at http://theleafstudio.blogspot.com/2013/05/damask-divas-blog-hop-later-sk8r.html
  Hope you have a great time on our hop and checking out all the creations using Later Sk8r or Tommy. If you get lost, just hop on over to Damask Divas Blog for the complete list.
XOXO Happy crafting!
:) Amanda

My Cricut Craft Room - Wow Wedding Blog Hop

Welcome to Amanda's Creative Corner

  My Cricut Craft Room Wedding 100 Cricut Cartridge Blog Hop 

You should have started at http://mycricutcraftroom.blogspot.com/ if not please start at the beginning.  :)

These blog hops are so much fun so lets go!  Here is a wedding card I came up with using the Tie the Knot Cartridge.

The Supply List:

Tie the Knot Cricut cartridge

Slate color Close to My Heart Ink and cardstock

Pink Bazzill cardstock

Rhinestone Trios (small ones in the corners)

  Rhinestone sticker (on heart)

Doodle Bug Design off white glitter cardstock

Close to My Heart Caprice paper (blue piece)

 For this card I cut the Just Married out of the slate cardstock and cut the flourish with the heart out of pink.  I decided to cut the pink flourish pieces off (having the slate flourish pieces would show) so the heart stands out a bit more.  I cut the off white glitter cardstock and blue patterned paper and adhered them.  I then attached the bling.  For the finishing touch I inked the edges with slate colored ink.          

Thanks for checking out my blog!  
Next you should head over to:

http://www.faithabigaildesigns.com

If you get lost along the way here is the entire line up:


1. Start http://MyCricutCraftRoom.blogspot.com
2. L.E. Paper Studio - http://lepaperstudio.blogspot.com
3. Sandy- http://scrapbookblessings.blogspot.com
4. Julie - http://www.thecricutchirp.com
5.  Amanda A -http://amandaslovemanifested.blogspot.com/
6. Faith Abigail - http://www.faithabigaildesigns.com
7. Erica Http://EricasProjects.blogspot.com
8. Craft Lovers http://CraftLoversComeHere.blogspot.com
9. End http://CraftingBlogEvents.blogspot.com

Happy crafting all!
:) Amanda