Simply Sassy Sunday Sneak Peek!

Hi all, today I'm showing you a sneak peek of one of the fantastic new stamps in set 10 of the Simply Sassy stamps (can you believe, ten sets!). The stamp is called "Love Letters" but I think I'll call her Sophie...

Sophie is a beautiful girl and very popular with the boys. Every day her poor postman gives himself a hernia dragging the sackfulls of love letters to Sophie's door. You see, Sophie doesn't have a computer or a smartphone so no texting, e-mailing or What's App'ing for her, if the boys want her attention they'd better send her a nice love letter, the old-fashioned way! Today she received four letters she really likes and now she has to make up her mind which of the boys to go out with! Can't wait to hear Sophie's choice... ;o)

Card Ingredients:

Stamps: Simply Sassy "Love Letters"; Magnolia background stamp
Paper: Bazzill Basics cardstock kraft, white; DCWV design paper Linen Closet
Embellishments: Wild Orchid Crafts pearl hearts; Queen & Co adhesive pearls; staples
Tools: Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Circle and Scalloped Circle Large; EK Success Retro Flower punches; Ranger Distress Ink Old Paper
Copics:
E00, E51, E93, E21 (skin, cheeks, lips)
Y28, E53, E50 (hair)
E44, E43, E42, E41 (browns)

Right, that's all from me, but if you hop on over to the Sugar Nellie blog you'll find another sneak peek there from Maria Therese!

Have a great day, thanks for stopping by :D!

Hugs,
Erica

Love...

Hiya!! Wow I've been saying that a lot this past week, having been on vacation in England. Made me realise how much I do miss it (I used to live there) and I've promised myself to take at least one trip there every year from now on, no matter how short!

Anyway, onto my card, it is Pink {Ink} Sketch Challenge time again and this time the absolutely fabulous sketch has been provided by Jeanette! Go check out the blog, it really is sooooo cute and the DT have made some extraordinary cards with it!

This is...let's call her Katie, and she's waiting for her Prince Charming. He's a little clueless though, she's been dropping so many hints! Will he get this one? To be continued...

Card Ingredients:

Stamps: Magnolia
Paper: Bazzill Basics cardstock kraft; Pion design paper
Embellishments: Zva Creative pearl swirls; Wild Orchid Crafts flowers; Rayher butterflies
Tools: QuicKutz Antique Flourish swirl; Magnolia Doohickey flower; Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Circle and Scalloped Circle large; Ranger Distress Ink Weathered Wood

Copics:

E00, E51, E93, E21 (skin, cheeks)
Y28, Y53, Y50 (hair)
W7, W5, W3, W2, W1 (greys)

Right, that is all I wrote, I'll be back on Sunday with my Simply Sassy card and some holiday pics to show you :D! Thank you for stopping by, have a great weekend!

Hugs,
Erica

Pink {Ink} Sketch Challenges Blog Hop!

Well, there had to be one didn't there...the one who didn't think okay, if it's 9th July in Australia it's 8th July over here...so sorry I missed the first day of the hop and, well, the opening itself, I'm really really kicking myself, I can tell you!

Today (or yesterday...) marks the start of our brand spanking new sketch challenge blog and we're doing a fun hop so you can meet the DT and see what amazing ladies I get to work with :D!

Here's my take on our first sketch, which was designed by Jane:

Card Ingredients:

Stamps: Magnolia; My Favorite Things sentiment
Paper: Elzybells Art Stamps cardstock; Pion design paper
Embellishments: Kaisercraft pearls; Wild Orchid Crafts roses; string; metal corner
Tools: Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Oval and Scalloped Oval Large; My Favorite Things tag die; McGill leaf punch
Copics:
E00, E51, E93, E21 (skin, cheeks)
E44, E43, E42 (hair)
E41 (socks)

Right, onto the hop, if you've come here from the very talented Cheri then you are on the right track! If you're just getting started then please go to the Pink Ink Sketch Challenges blog and start the hop there.

We have some amaaaaazing sponsors lined up for you, giving you a chance to win some fabby prizes! From a super-cute stamp at Tickled Pink Stamps, owned by our very own Kellie, to some more cuteness from Love to Stamp, a lovely stamp from Whiff of Joy and a gift certificate from Whimsy Stamps all the way to a choice of five digital sentiments from our Cheri at Graphicat Designs!

I'm off to go sit in a corner and be very ashamed of myself...but before then I'll send you onto the amazing Jane for some more hopping! Have a great day, thanks for stopping by and don't forget to join in with your own take on our sketch!

Hugs,
Erica

Simply Sassy Sunday: A Christmas Tale

Hi all, hope you're having a great weekend! The weather over here is so-so, and really lent itself to making a Christmas project :D. Hope you likey, sit back, relax and enjoy!

I've made a paperbag booklet today, using the wonderful Carisa's tutorial
(you can find that ->HERE<-)

The story you are about to read
Is about the Johnson sisters, a fun group indeed
Meet Britt, the oldest one who does all the shopping
From groceries to Christmas lights to the latest in mopping
(for mum!)

This year too she has some fabulous goodies
From dolls to CDs to fashionable hoodies
Now all she has to do is get them wrapped and hidden
She sticks them in dad's shed, even though it's forbidden
But her sisters are so nosy, they'll look everywhere
To get at the presents, but they won't be there...

Here's Audrey, who makes it her job to find out
Where the presents are hidden, and be in no doubt
That once she finds them she'll unwrap them with care
Because all this secrecy she really can't bear!

However, this year Britt has outdone herself
Audrey's checked every nook and cranny, closet and shelf
But nowhere are the presents to be found
Instead she keeps finding these notes all around
Wishing her a Joyous Christmas and Happy New Year
So she grumbles and mumbles to anyone who'll hear
"I would have those things if my presents were here!"





Little Mirte and daddy have gone tree hunting
They bring home a nice one and hang it with bunting
With baubles and tinsel and lots of fake snow
And of course fairy lights, from high to low

After all that tree-trimming Mirte takes a nap
And dreams of candy canes and sitting on Santa's lap
She can't wait to see what Santa will bring her this year
She's been a good girl, so there'll be no fear
Of getting books or hankies or mittens or socks
What Mirte really wants is the new Justin Bieber CD, it rocks!

This is Femke, who's been ready for Christmas for months
Started asking in August when Santa would come
Been wearing holly in her hair for weeks on end
And been wondering which presents Santa would send

A Barbie, a new swimsuit or maybe a book?
She would also like some cool clothes, a whole new look
Santa, please hurry, she thinks every day
Make my Christmas merry and gay!

Michelle has a secret present stashed away
It needs water and food and two walks a day
It's furry and naughty and chews all her stuff
Christmas can't come soon enough, thinks Michelle in a huff

Finally it's time, Christmas morning is here
The whole family up early, time for laughter and cheer
For presents and surprises and lots of fun
Look what Santa has brought Lisan!

A cute little puppy, sweet as can be
Lisan squeals with joy, happiness and glee
Her very own puppy, who would have thought
Santa's so sweet, she asked and he brought!
A Merry Christmas is had by all
And the little puppy's name? He's christened Snowball!

Project Ingredients:

Stamps: Simply Sassy set nr 8 (available from Funky Kits); Hero Arts sentiment
Paper: Bazzill Basics cardstock kraft; Maja Designs design paper
Embellishments: Zva Creative swirls; Kars adhesive pearls; Wild Orchid Crafts corners; We R Memory Keepers eyelet; string; charms
Tools: EK Success Retro Flower punches; QuicKutz dies; Martha Stewart border punch

Copics:
E00, E51, E93, E21 (skin, cheeks)
C7, C5, C4, C3, C2, C1 (hair, clothes)
E07 (red accents)

That's all from me this Sunday, have a great day and thanks for stopping by!

Hugs,
Erica

Something Different

Hi everyone, hope you're having a great day and enjoying sunshine wherever you are! Today I have a Lili of the Valley card to share with you! Have you seen the latest batch of totally gorgeous girlie stamps? They have just gone on sale, you can find them -->HERE<-- and I think I must have them all :D! Ooooh new stamps always make me so greedy! Mind you, the old ones do as well...;o)

Anyway, onto my card, I've tried something a little different this time, rather than my usual assortment of layers I've kept this one fairly clean and simple and I'm quite pleased with the result :D. I'm entering this card into the 100th Lili of the Valley Challenge with a couple of hours to spare...I do work best under pressure!

Card Ingredients:

Stamps: Lili of the Valley "Dandelion Clock"; sentiment by My Favorite Things
Paper: Bazzill Basics cardstock; Pion design paper
Embellishments: Papertrey Ink Ribbon; Wild Orchid Crafts flowers; Queen & Co pearls
Tools: Spellbinders Nestabilities Classic Circle Large and Scalloped Circle Large; QuicKutz label die; chalks
Copics: E00, E51, E93, E21 (skin, cheeks); R20, R21 (clothes); E44, E43, E42, E41 (hair, shoes); YG63, G21 (grass, stems); T0, T2, T4 (wings, dandelion clocks)

Thanks for stopping by, see you soon!

Hugs,
Erica