Margaret Moody

Paper Players Theme Challenge

I'm excited to be able to play along with The Paper Players this week in their Flower Theme Challenge (PP81), hosted by my talented friend, Nance Leedy!  This Valentine card features a bright and colorful trio of fun flowers that were easily made using several different punches!  I love the pink, orange, and red against the sunny yellow!  Even though the punched heart centers with the added red rhinestones really emphasize Valentine's Day, this card could easily work for a birthday or get well card also!  I like how it turned out and I hope you do too!

All supplies are Stampin' Up!, unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  P.S. I Love You
Paper:  Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Lucky Limeade, Whisper White card stock; Melon Mambo and Pumpkin Pie/Patterns Pack - Brights Collection DSP
Ink:  Real Red Stampin' Write Marker
Tools:  Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch, Small Heart Punch, Blossom Petals XL Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig, scoring board, stylus
Extras:  Red adhesive rhinestones (my embellishment stash), Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive

Bright and Bold Valentine Pocket Cards

I love pocket cards and actually made this cute set of Valentine pocket cards either last year or the year before (can't remember)!  I obviously never got around to posting them, so I thought I'd share them with you today!  

Bright colors were combined to play off the patterned papers, providing lots of visual interest and contrast!  If you're one of my regular readers, you know I love eye-catching and somewhat untraditional color combos (I love the orange, red, and pink combined with the green)!  Embellishments were created using various circle and heart punches, then highlights were hand-drawn with a white gel pen to add finishing touches to each embellishment (click on each card for a close-up view)!

Pocket cards are fun because, in addition to your written message or added sentiment, you can tuck in extras, such as a gift card, money, or a pair of movie tickets!  These will be going out in the mail to special friends and family members to brighten their Valentine's Day!

If you like this set of pocket cards, please leave me a comment!  If you have any questions about them, please e-mail me!  It's always great to hear from you!

Stop by tomorrow for a sneak peek of my card for the upcoming Pals Paper Arts  Color Challenge!  See you Wednesday!

All supplies are Stampin' Up!, unless otherwise noted:

Paper:  Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Glorious Green (retired), Pink Passion (retired), Whisper White card stock; Bright Lime card stock (non-SU); Valentine patterned paper (non-SU)
Tools:  1-3/4" Circle Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, Round Tab Punch, heart punches (non-SU), 1/2" corner rounder (non-SU), Uni-Ball Signo Gel Pen
Extras:  Mini brads (non-SU), Sticky Strip

The Circle of LOVE

If you follow my blog, you know I love bright colors!  I also love bold, graphic designs too!  This card features all of those elements in a simple and fun Valentine card!  I LOVE all the colored circles grouped together and the one lone heart, don't you?  The colors really POP against the black background!  Inspiration for this card came from my daughter's umbrella (click on the photo to enlarge the photo and see the design up close).  And, yes!  That's my beautiful daughter (whom you can't see) hiding behind the umbrella (Thanks, G!)!

My interpretation of the design is quite literal and it's easy to recreate with a few punches (see supplies below).  The black background was trimmed to 4"x5" to accomodate the colored circles and the card base is 4-1/4"x5-1/4".  Get out your punches and give it a try!

If you like this card, please leave me a comment!  I'd love to hear from you!  I'm doing my best to share more of my creations with you more often!  My hope is that you always find some inspiration in my work!  I love sharing it with you! 

All supplies are Stampin' Up!, unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  P.S. I Love You
Paper:  Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Lucky Limeade, Garden Green, Marina Mist, Tempting Turquoise, Rose Red, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry card stock
Ink:  Real Red, Basic Black Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  1" Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Small Heart Punch, Stamp-ma-jig
Extras:  Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

PPA29 Valentine Greetings

It's time for another Simple Sketch Challenge at Pals Paper Arts!  Play along with us and make a card using the sketch I designed for this week's challenge (PPA29)!  Upload your creation via Mr. Linky before 12:00 NOON CST on Tuesday, February 16th, and you just might win some blog candy!

Today's card was obviously made for Valentine's Day, but could easily be adapted for any occasion!  I created my own designer paper using the starburst image from Stampin' Up!'s Hello Again set by stamping Real Red onto Only Orange card stock.  Smart stripes, courtesy of Melon Mambo Patterns Designer Series Paper, compliment the fun and playful starburst print.  Bright colorful flower images from the set were stamped with Stampin' Write Markers in Real Red, Only Orange, and Melon Mambo!  Each flower was enhanced with a matching adhesive rhinestone, adding a fun touch of "bling" to each bloom!  A scalloped border in Real Red was punched and added, along with Real Red buttons "tied" with slivers of Only Orange card stock to mimic thread.  My Valentine sentiment from Grateful Greetings was stamped in Real Red, directly onto the Kraft card stock base to finish my card!

NOW IT'S YOUR TURN!  Get out those stamping supplies and get busy!  Visit Pals Paper Arts for more inspiring ideas from the PPA Design Team using this week's sketch!  And, don't forget...there's blog candy up for grabs!  I can't wait to see your card!

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Hello Again, Grateful Greetings
Paper:  Kraft, Only Orange, Real Red, Whisper White card stock; Melon Mambo Patterns Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Real Red, Only Orange, Melon Mambo Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  Scallop Edge punch, Paper Snips, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  Adhesive rhinestones (my personal embellishment stash), Playground Designer Buttons (Real Red), Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

Sale-A-Bration Pals Hop

If you've hopped over from Ann Schach's Stampin' Schach, I'm number 3 on the Sale-A-Bration PALS HOP and I'm glad you hopped in!  I'll help you "hop along" from blog to blog where you'll find inspirational ideas for papercrafted creations from Mary Fish's Stampin' Pretty Pals!  We'll be showcasing all that Stampin' Up! has to offer!  Should you hop off course, simply click on any of the links in the PALS HOP LINE-UP below and you'll be back on track!  We're thrilled to have you visit and excited to hear what you think about our hop featuring Sale-A-Bration products!  Please feel free to leave as many comments as you'd like along the way!

PALS HOP LINE-UP

1.   Kalshelia Lloyd -- www.stampinfabulousity.com     Stampin' Fabulousity

2.   Ann Schach -- www.stampinchic.com     The Stampin' Schach

3.   Margaret Moody -- www.margaretmoody.typepad.com     Margaret Moody

4.   Debbie Pierce -- www.stampinsunshine.com     Stampin' Sunshine

5.   Carla Bazhenow -- www.carlas-scraps.com     Carla's Scraps

6.   Mary Fish -- www.stampinpretty.com     Stampin' Pretty

7.   Kim Lampone -- www.kjskorner.blogspot.com     Stamp, scrap, get creative

8.   Gina Shaw -- www.cardsbyginashaw.com Cards by Gina

9.   Regina Mangum -- www.thestampinbean.blogspot.com     The Stampin' Bean

10. Lourdes Torres -- www.cozycraftycorner.blogspot.com     Cozy Crafty Corner

11. Kris Kilcoyne -- www.kweenbee.typepad.com     Kween Bee Creations

12. Liz Hughes -- www.diypapercreations.com     DIY Paper Creations

13. Melanie Collins -- www.oopsadaisy.typepad.com     Oops a Daisy

14. Mike Funke -- www.stampin-style.com     Stampin-Style

15. Anne Beale Yancey -- www.mukibug.com     Mukibug

16. Martha Stewart -- www.seasonofstamping.com     Seasons of Stamping

17. Jason Casper -- www.stampindad.blogspot.com     Jason's Stampin' Pad

18. Barbara Furlong -- www.theloveofstamping.com    The Love of Stamping

19. Tricia Gillam -- www.soulstamper.com     Soul Stamper

TART & TANGY NOTE CARDS & PORTFOLIO

Tried and true Tart & Tangy is one of the many FREE sets available during Sale-A-Bration and I used it to make a retro-style set of note cards and matching portfolio. 

Stampin' Write Markers were used to ink up the cherries image stamp to create an overall pattern on my Certainly Celery card stock.  The portfolio's flap was enhanced with a double scalloped edge, courtesy of the Scallop Edge Punch.  Real Red Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon and a matching button from the Playground Designer Buttons were added to compliment the cheery cherries! A velcro dot added underneath the flap keeps the portfolio securely closed.

The note cards were quick and easy to make using my Sizzix Big Shot machine and the Scallop Square Stampin' Up! Clear Bigz die.  Scalloped squares were cut from Whisper White card stock and adhered to larger squares of Real Red, So Saffron, Bashful Blue, and Certainly Celery to create matching note cards.  Each card features a cherry cluster stamped using Stampin' Write Markers.  This cheerful set would make a great gift for Valentine's Day or any gift-giving occasion!

CHEERY CHERRY TREAT BOX

Make treat boxes for any occasion using the Sizzix Big Shot and the Pillow Box Bigz Die!  Although my box was made to match my note card set, you could certainly make it to give individually!  The Big Shot makes quick work of cutting out one or several at a time!  I used Real Red card stock for my box and added a scalloped circle punched from Certainly Celery to highlight my stamped cherries image.  Matching Real Red Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon was added and tied in a simple knot.  Fill your box with yummy chocolates, fun candy, small toys or even money!

KEEP HOPPIN' FOR MORE
SALE-A-BRATION INSPIRATION!  
More inspiring ideas await you at Debbie  Pierce's Stampin' Sunshine, stop number #4 on the Sale-A-Bration PALS HOP!   Hop over and see Debbie's wonderfully creative ideas!  Thanks for "hopping" by! 

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Tart & Tangy
Paper:  Certainly Celery, Real Red, So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Whisper White
Ink:  Chocolate Chip, Real Red, Certainly Celery Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  Scallop Edge punch, Scallop Circle punch, 1/16" Handheld Circle punch, Sizzix Big Shot, Scallop Square Stampin' Up! Clear Bigz Die, Pillow Box Bigz Die
Extras:  3/4" Real Red Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Playground Designer Buttons, Sticky Strip, Stampin' Dimensionals

PPA28 Color Challenge

Pals Paper Arts is hosting the first PPA Color Challenge of the year, featuring cards made using Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, and Basic Black (PPA28)!  I love this color combo and love how the two different shades of pink just "pop" against the black card base!  This card features pretty flowers that were made using heart and circle punches and showcases the various prints available in the Melon Mambo Patterns Designer Series Paper package.  Pretty in Pink makes the perfect background to show off the pretty blooms and buttons of the same color accent the main flower and the center of the simple knotted ribbon!  I cheated and added another color into the mix with hand-cut stems and punched leaves in Certainly Celery.  A sentiment stamped in Melon Mambo onto Whisper White was added using Stampin' Dimensionals. The inside of the card was finished with Whisper White on Melon Mambo and features another punched flower in Melon Mambo with black accents, the perfect finishing touch!

Now it's your turn!  Visit PPA to see what my fellow Pals Paper Arts Design Team members have created!  Then, make your own card using Melon Mambo, Pretty in Pink, and Basic Black and upload your creation to PPA via Mr. Linky before the challenge ends on Tuesday, February 9th at 12 NOON CST!  I can't wait to see what you make!

We're hoppin' again!  Mark your calendar and don't be late!  Join me and other talented Stampin' Pretty Pals next Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 at 5:00 AM CST as we bring you our second blog hop of the new year!  We'll be showcasing all that Stampin' Up! has to offer as we feature products available during Sale-A-Bration, Stampin' Up!'s most popular promotion of the year!  

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper:  Melon Mambo (In Colors/2009-10), Pretty in Pink, Basic Black, Certainly Celery, Whisper White card stock; Melon Mambo Patterns Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Melon Mambo (In Colors/2009-2010)
Tools:  1/2" Circle punch, 3/4" Circle punch, 1" Circle punch, Small Heart punch, medium heart punch (Marvy), Spiral punch, Paper Snips
Extras:  Melon Mambo 1/2" Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Sherbet Designer Buttons, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

Valentine Chocolates

Need a little chocolate?  Chocolates are definitely associated with Valentine's Day and today's card offers a tempting box of chocolates, made for this week's Inspiration Challenge (PPA25) hosted by Pals Paper Arts!  Inspired by this photo of a beautiful piece of mouth-watering chocolate, I created my chocolates and the pretty box on my card using the many versatile punches from Stampin' Up!  Embossed embellishments were added to each delectable piece, making each one unique and enticing!  The best part about these luscious chocolates?  Each one is delightfully calorie-free!  Enjoy! :)

What are you waiting for?  Visit Pals Paper Arts for more inspiring ideas from the PPA Design Team!  We're also offering the chance to win some great blog candy this week!  So, grab your supplies (and, of course, some chocolate to nibble on while you work) and "play along" with us!  Make your own inspiring creation and share it with us at PPA! Post your creation on your own blog or a public gallery, such as Splitcoaststampers.com (Keyword:  PPA25) and add your creation at PPA through Mr. Linky.  The Inspiration Challenge officially closes at Noon (CST) Tuesday, January 19th.  I can't wait to see what you make!

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Grateful Greetings, Fundamental Phrases
Paper:  Real Red, Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink, Very Vanilla card stock
Ink:  Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink, Versamark Watermark
Tools:  1-3/8" Square punch, 1-1/4" Square punch, 3/4" Square punch, 1-1/4" Circle punch, 1" Circle punch, 3/4" Circle punch (retired), Corner Rounder punch, Ticket Corner punch, Boho Blossoms punch, Scallop Edge punch, Small Heart punch, Heat Tool, Embossing Buddy, Powder Pals
Extras:  Sizzix Big Shot, Scallop Square Stampin' Up! Clear Bigz die, Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Stamping Sponges, Sticky Strip, Stampin' Dimensionals

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!  Another Pals HOLIDAY HOP is coming your way in February!  Join us for another exciting hop at February 9, 2009 (5:00 AM CST)!  Don't miss it!

Valentine's Holiday Hop

Thanks for "hopping in" today!  If you've arrived from Ann Schach's Stampin' Shach, I'm number 3 on the Valentine's HOLIDAY HOP!  I'll help you "hop along" from blog to blog where you'll find inspirational ideas for papercrafted projects from talented Stampin' Up! Demonstrators showcasing all that Stampin' Up! has to offer!  Should you hop off course, simply click on any of the links in the HOLIDAY HOP LINE-UP below to get back on track!  We're thrilled to have you visit and excited to hear what you think about our first HOLIDAY HOP of 2010!  Please feel free to leave as many comments as you'd like along the way!

HOLIDAY HOP LINE-UP

1.   Kalshelia Lloyd -- www.stampinfabulousity.com    
2.   Ann Schach -- www.stampinchic.com    
3.   Margaret Moody -- www.margaretmoody.typepad.com    
4.   Debbie Pierce -- www.stampinsunshine.com    
5.   Carla Bazhenow -- www.carlas-scraps.com    
6.   Mary Fish -- www.stampinpretty.com    
7.   Kim Lampone -- www.kjskorner.blogspot.com    
8.   Gina Shaw -- www.cardsbyginashaw.com    
9.   Regina Mangum -- www.thestampinbean.blogspot.com    
10. Lourdes Torres -- www.cozycraftycorner.blogspot.com    
11. Kris Kilcoyne -- www.kweenbee.typepad.com    
12. Liz Hughes -- www.diypapercreations.com   
13. Melanie Collins -- www.oopsadaisy.typepad.com    
14. Mike Funke -- www.stampin-style.com    
15. Anne Beale Yancey -- www.mukibug.com    
16. Martha Stewart -- www.SeasonsOfStamping.com    
17. Jason Casper -- www.stampindad.blogspot.com    

 
I created my Valentine's projects using Stampin' Up!'s colorful card stock, versatile punches, stamps from three different sets, ribbon, and buttons! 

The fun and colorful Hugs & Kisses card looks complicated and time-consuming, but was made quickly using Stampin' Up! Circle punches and the new Small Heart punch.  Each circle and heart received a little lift, courtesy of Stampin' Dimensionals, adding depth to the bold and bright graphic design.  The Hugs & Kisses sentiment stamped in the center circle is from the versatile All Holidays stamp set.  A simple band of Real Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon was added at the bottom and folded under on the right to create a tab.  A red button threaded with a tiny sliver of Green Galore card stock adds the look of thread and provides the perfect finishing touch to the card!  Anyone would love to receive this happy card on Valentine's Day!

I don't know about you, but I think chocolate is a must on Valentine's Day!  This little treat box was made to hold three Ghirardelli chocolate squares and it's very quick and easy to make!  The tutorial can be found on Splitcoaststampers.com.  I kept the design simple, using Stampin' Up! card stock and Sticky Strip to construct the box.  The box's flap was trimmed with the Scalloped Edge punch and the bull's eye embellishment was made using Circle punches and the Small Heart punch.  I used a small adhesive Velcro dot to keep the box closed. 

Gift cards are as fun to give as they are to receive on Valentine's Day, especially if the presentation is eye-catching and fun!  This colorful gift card holder was made using Stampin' Up! card stock and stamps from the Fundamental Phrases and Mark the Date sets.  Embellishments include a band of Real Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon tied in a simple knot and a bull's eye with a centered heart, made using Circle and Small Heart punches.  A Velcro dot was added to hold it closed.

I hope my creations have inspired you to get busy making your own projects for Valentine's Day!  Debbie Pierce at Stampin' Sunshine is the next stop on the Valentine's HOLIDAY HOP!  Keep "hoppin" and you'll find more wonderful and creative ideas for Valentine's Day!  Thanks for "hopping" by!

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  All Holidays, Fundamental Phrases, Mark the Date
Paper:  Only Orange, Real Red, Pink Passion, Pixie Pink, Whisper White, Tempting Turquoise, Green Galore card stock
Ink:  Real Red
Tools:  1-3/4" Circle punch, 1-3/8" Circle punch, 1-1/4" Circle punch, 1" Circle punch, Small Heart punch, Scalloped Edge punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig, 
Extras:  Real Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Playground Designer Buttons, Sticky Strip, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals