Margaret Moody

Happy Birthday, LeAnne!

It's Monday, but we're not showcasing Merry Monday Christmas cards! We're hosting a Surprise Birthday Hop for our fellow papercrafting friend and Merry Monday Design Team member, LeAnne Pugliese!  Happy Birthday, LeAnne! I hope you have the most fabulous birthday ever!

If you're following our hop, you've arrived from Katie Melhaus's Sweet n Spiffy blog and I'm glad you're here! LeAnne loves blue and flowers, so I created a simple card using lots of blue and flowers stamped to create a background!  I enhanced the centers of a few of the flowers with adhesive rhinestones to add a little sparkle in honor of the special occasion!

You can join us by creating a card for LeAnne and posting it to our Merry Monday blog! I know LeAnne's completely blown away today by this special surprise in her honor and you could make it even more special if you joined in the fun! Create a card for LeAnne and post it at Merry Monday!

Visit Kathy Schweinfurth's Stamps at Play blog to see the wonderful card she created for LeAnne's Surprise Birthday Hop! 

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Flower Shop, Occasions 4 You
Paper:  Whisper White card stock; Subtles Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack
Ink:  Marina Mist
Tools:  Paper Snips
Extras:  Adhesive rhinestones (my embellishment stash), Stampin' Dimensionals

New PPA Color Challenge

We have a new Color Challenge (PPA198) at Pals Paper Arts this week!  I hope you'll join me and the other Resident Artists from Team 1 and create a card or project for this challenge!  We're using the color palette of Summer Starfruit, Pool Party and Old Olive. 

I created a clean and simple card by stamping circles at random, using the three challenge colors.  I wanted to keep the overall look modern and fresh, so I left open space on the sentiment panel and added a rounded corner to complement the circles.  It took no time at all to put this card together and it could work for any occasion!  I hope you like it as much as I do!  

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Geometrical, Four You
Paper:  Pool Party, Whisper White card stock
Ink:  Summer Starfruit, Pool Party, Old Olive Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  3/16" Corner Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  Stampin' Dimensionals

PPA196 Sketch Challenge

 

We have a new Sketch Challenge (PPA196) at Pals Paper Arts this week.  I've designed a really simple sketch for you that allows you to show off some great patterned paper!  It's also simple enough to be dressed up of down, in whatever way you want.  I hope you like my card as much as I have enjoyed making it to share with you!  Please leave me a comment below and let me know what you think!  I always enjoy hearing from you!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Geometrical
Paper:  Baked Brown Sugar, Coastal Cabana, So Saffron, Very Vanilla card stock; Retro Fresh Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Tangerine Tango
Tools:  Angled Tag Topper Punch, Pansy Punch, 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, 3/16" Corner Punch
Extras:  Twine (my embellishment stash), Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive 

PPA190 Color Challenge

 

We have a new Color Challenge (PPA190) for you this week at Pals Paper Arts, hosted by the PPA Resident Artists of Team 1!  Here's the beautiful color palette we're working with!

My clean and simple card features a stamped and punched flower from the Flower Shop set.  I love the rhinestone embellished flower against the textured woodgrain background! The pinks are such a great contrast against the gray!  A flower needs some greenery, so I added some altered die-cut leaves.  To finish things off, a double banner was made from card stock and designer paper to feature the stamped sentiment.  This card looks a bit time consuming, but it really came together quickly and easily!  

I hope you will get out your paper crafting supplies and join us for this challenge!  If you like today's card or you are inspired by my work, please leave me a comment below and let me know what you think!  I always love hearing from you!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Flower Shop, A Dozen Thoughts
Paper:  Blushing Bride, Rose Red, Basic Gray, Whisper White card stock; Regals Designer Series Paper Stack
Ink:  Rose Red
Tools:  Big Shot, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Pansy Punch, Punch Pack/Flower, 1-1/4" Square Punch, Sizzlits Little Leaves Die, Paper Snips
Extras:  Basic Rhinestone Jewel Accents, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive

PPA188 Sketch Challenge

It's time for another Sketch Challenge (PPA188) at Pals Paper Arts, hosted by the Resident Artists of Team 1!  I think you'll like the versatility of the simple sketch I've designed for you this week.  I hope you'll get out your papercrafting supplies and join us for this challenge!

I created a clean and simple card that showcases one of the papers available for free during Stampin' Up!'s upcoming Sale-A-Bration promotion (January 28 - March 31, 2014).  I chose colors used in the paper for my punched flower (Summer Starfruit, Whisper White and Crisp Cantaloupe) and die cut leaves (Pool Party and Pistachio Pudding).  I really love the contrast of the colorful paper and the flower against the soft Sahara Sand card base!  Pool Party was used to stamp and stack the sentiment, adding a subtle presence and balance to the overall layout.  Fresh, modern and fun!

Please let me know what you think of my card by leaving a comment below!  I really love sharing my work with you and hope you find it inspiring!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  A Dozen Thoughts, Summer Silhouettes
Paper:  Sahara Sand, Summer Starfruit, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pool Party, Pistachio Pudding, Whisper White card stock; Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper Pack
Ink:  Crisp Cantaloupe Stampin' Write Marker; Pool Party Classic Ink Pad
Tools:  Big Shot, Pansy Punch, 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Little Leaves Sizzlits Die, 3/16" Corner Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

A New Color Challenge at PPA

We have a new Color Challenge (PPA160) for you to try at Pals Paper Arts!  We're working with a beautiful color combo of Primrose Petals, Gumball Green and Whisper White!

My card for the challenge is clean and simple and features pretty punched flowers and leaves.  These were easily made using various punches, then added with dimensionals and adhesive to hand-cut stems.  Finishing touches include a band of patterned paper, hand-drawn detailing and a fun sentiment.  Anyone would love to receive this cheerful thank you card!  I hope you like it as much as I do!  Please let me know what you think and leave a comment below! 

Visit the PPA blog for more inspiration from my fellow PPA Resident Artists!  I know you'll be inspired by their wonderful work!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Really Good Greetings
Paper:  Primrose Petals, Gumball Green, Summer Starfruit, Whisper White card stock; In Colors 2012-2014 Patterns Stack DSP
Ink:  Early Espresso Stampin' Write Marker
Tools:  7/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  White Signo Uniball Gel Pen, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombow Multi-Purpose Adhesive

PPA Sketch Challenge

We have a new Sketch Challenge (PPA157) for you at Pals Paper Arts!  Get out your card making supplies and join us for this challenge! 

I turned the sketch sideways and used fun patterned papers in Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry and Lucky Limeade from the Summer Smooches DSP pack for my card.  I love this fresh and vibrant color combo!  The flowers were made using punches, brads and a Stampin' Write Marker.  The offset chevron patterned DSP in Lucky Limeade is mimicked in the placement of the leaves on the flowers.  A sentiment was stamped and punched to create a tiny tag, then tied on with a bit of Baker's twine.  This happy card makes me smile and I hope it does the same for you!

See what the rest of our PPA Resident Artists did with this sketch!  I'm hope you'll be inspired to play along!  I can't wait to see what you create!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Tiny Tags
Paper:  Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry, Lucky Limeade, Whisper White card stock; Summer Smooches DSP
Ink:  Rich Razzleberry, Lucky Limeade Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  Big Shot, Ovals Collection Framelits dies, 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Boho Blossom Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Jewelry Tag Punch
Extras:  Yellow mini brads (my embellishment stash), Yellow/White Baker's Twine (my ribbon/twine collection), Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

New Color Challenge at PPA

It's time a a new Color Challenge (PPA156) at Pals Paper Arts!  For this challenge, we're working with Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue and Marina Mist!  I used this Springtime color palette to create a contemporary card that is soft yet bold and graphic.  This was a super simple card to put together and would work for any occasion.  I hope you like it as much as I do!

Get out your supplies and join us for this challenge!  Take a peek at the work of my fellow PPA Resident Artists and see how they used this color combo!  I know you'll be inspired!  I can't wait to see what you create!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Fabulous Florets, Just Believe
Paper:  Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue, Marina Mist, Crumb Cake card stock
Ink:  Early Espresso Stampin' Write Marker
Tools:  1-3/8" Square Punch, 3/16" Corner Punch, Paper Snips, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

A New Sketch at PPA

We have a new sketch (PPA155) for you to try at Pals Paper Arts this week!  I really think you'll like it because it offers so many possibilities!  I hope you'll play along with us!

My card features a gathering of punched flowers with small dahlia embellishments for centers.  The flowers coordinate with patterned paper banner strips from the Print Poetry and Patterns Stack- In Colors 2012-2014 DSPs.  A simple sentiment was added using a Stampin' Write Marker and dimensionals were used to add extra depth and height.  The sketch made this clean and simple card come together quickly!  I hope you'll give it a try!

For more inspiration, visit the PPA blog to see how the other Pals Paper Arts Resident Artists used this sketch!  Then get out your supplies and join us for this challenge!  I can't wait to see what you create!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Fabulous Phrases
Paper:  Primrose Petals, Summer Starfruit, Gumball Green, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla card stock; Print Poetry DSP, Patterns Stack - In Colors 2012-2014 DSP
Ink:  Early Espresso Stampin' Write Marker
Tools:  Big Shot, Labels Framelits dies, Sizzlits Little Leaves die, 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Extras:  In Colors Dahlias, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

PPA154 Color Challenge

Get out your stamps, paper and scissors and join us for a new Color Challenge (PPA154) at Pals Paper Arts!  Our color palette for this challenge is Raspberry Ripple, Calypso Coral and Crumb Cake (use similar colors if you don't have these exact colors)..  There are so many possibilities for this color combo! 

My clean and simple thank you card features a single flower from the Fabulous Florets set.  I stamped the flower twice in Calypso Coral, then added shading using Raspberry Ripple.  I snipped and layered the bloom to give the flower some dimension and depth.  I love the way Calypso Coral really pops when paired with Raspberry Ripple and Crumb Cake!  The combination really makes the flower blossom!  For a finishing touch, I used Linen Thread to add a bow to the Whisper White panel to give it balance.  It complements the Crumb Cake base and creates some linear interest, helping it to stand out against the bands of color in the background.  This simple layout would work for any occasion by simply changing out the sentiment.  So easy and so simple!

I hope you'll join us for this challenge!  If you need more inspiration to help you get started, visit the PPA blog to see the works of my fellow PPA Resident Artists!  I can't wait to see what you create!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps: Fabulous Florets, Just Believe
Paper:  Raspberry Ripple, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Whisper White card stock; Patterns Stack 2010-2012 In Colors Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Raspberry Ripple, Calypso Coral, Gumball Green Stampin' Write Markers
Tools:  3/16" Corner Punch, Paper Snips, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Blender Pen
Extras:  Linen Thread, Stampin' Dimensionals