Welcome back, my friends, on this wonderful Saturday summer day! You won’t want to miss out on all of the wonderful tips, tricks, and how-to inspiration I have captured from some wonderful designers, so sit back and enjoy!
Capture the Moment created by Marta Lapkowska
As scrapbookers, we know that its all about sharing the memories you preserve with your family, friends, and future generations. It’s a great thing to feel the joy and fulfillment that comes from what we have created. Here’s a beautiful, masterpiece layout that captures a special moment.
Who says stamping is just used on cards? I love stamping on layouts! Using a favorite stamp is a great way to add a background to your page. This elegant layout also includes lovely chipboard pieces from the Blue Fern “Deja Vu” paper collection. Pop on over to Blue Fern Studios to see unique layout designs; I recommend a visit whenever you are in need of some inspiration!
Your Special Day by Heartfelt Creations
The Cascading Fuchsia Collection is bursting with exquisite beauty. It is a flawless garden of delight that is a joy to work with, and will help you create a keepsake to treasure. If you can’t grow these beautiful flowers, then stamping is truly the next best thing!
These are the most realistic flowers ever. I am sure your head is spinning with ideas on how to use this beautiful collection! Come over with me to Heartfelt Creations to see many more of their fabulous projects. I hope you have plenty of time, because you will get lost for hours in this fabulous blog!
Smile created by Audrey Pettit
I just love these coordinating stamp and dies sets. Such a fun and fast way to create an adorable card! Sizzix has come out with more and more coordinating sets that really put a spark into card making!
Audrey Pettit is incredible when it comes to creating and showcasing her cards! She’s added a nice touch with soft watercolors, along with layers and leaves behind the tag that really pop out this sweet little bird. Audrey used Doodlebug Design stamps, embossing folders, and dies to create this sweet card. Let’s go over to Audrey Pettit’s Weblog to peek in on more of her fabulous designs. Send out one of your own smiles today!
Copper Dipped Vases created by Amy Kim
If you are anything like me, you have so many empty vases sitting in a cupboard just taking up space. Today I found a fabulous way to use those vases, along with adding some beauty to your home. DIY copper dipped vases are different, inexpensive, and showcase a fabulous copper color.
You will fall in love with this Rust-oleum Metallic spray paint in copper. This has a beautiful sheen to it that looks similar to a brushed metal look. Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to create these amazing vases. I gave this project a try and WOW they were fun and easy. I made up several extras; now when I need a present all I have to do is go get a few pretty flowers from my garden. This will put a smile on anyone’s face!
Creamsicle Pie made by Kelly Rowe
Summer reminds me of creamsicles. One of my fondest childhood memories was being at my grandmother’s home and her bringing out the orange creamsicle cups! This captures that same delicious taste that is to die for!
Kelly shares her fabulous recipe with us giving the ingredients and directions. Let’s go on over to Live Laugh Rowe to see just how Kelly makes these. This delicious Creamsicle Pie will surely be one of your summer frozen treat favorites.
Now you have taken this all in, let’s get working in your creative space. Have a great weekend! Looking forward to you stopping back by!
LeAnn- thank you for all your great tips. You are so much fun and keep ideas coming our way. :). Beata
I always look forward to your tips. I have been following you for almost 10 years!