Freshly Made Sketches #216- a sketch by Rita

I was planning on making a wedding card for my cousin for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge. It kind of morphed into more of a graduation card. It still might work since it's a winter wedding. I didn't have as much problem photographing the gold this week. Probably due to the severe cloud cover in Minnesota today. Who would think we'd be getting rain in December though!

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Bravo

Cardstock- Whisper White, Basic Black
Designer Series Paper- Winter Wonderland

Ink -Versamark
Other- Gold Stampin' Emboss powder, Gold Foil sheets, Confetti Stars Border

Freshly Made Sketches #215- a sketch by Jen M.

My pre-order for the Stampin' Up! Occasions catalog has not arrived yet, but I just could not do another holiday card for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge. I decided to just go neutral for this card. I really like Tip Top Taupe with Basic Black and Whisper White. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: One Big Meaning

Cardstock- Whisper White, Basic Black, Tip Top Taupe
Designer Series Paper- 2015-2017 Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink -Archival Basic Black
Other- 1" Dotted Lace Trim, Banner Triple punch 

Freshly Made Sketches #214- a sketch by Jen T.

It was so nice to have a few relaxing days off from work this week. The last 2 months have been so busy, it was nice to just decompress for a few days. Luckily, we had a dusting of snow, and the kids wanted to be outside in it. We are supposed to get 2-5 inches tomorrow night, so they will really be happy. Those of us that have to drive in it will not enjoy it as much! 

For this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I decided to do one more Christmas card. I'm getting kind of burnt out on Christmas cards already. I'm super excited for the Stampin' Up Occasions catalog preorder that starts in a few days. I'm longing for some pastels already!

Here is my take on the sketch: 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Reason for the Season, November Paper Pumpkin kit

Cardstock- Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake
Designer Series Paper-

Ink -Cherry Cobbler
Other- Festive Flower Builder punch, Season of Cheer Designer Washi tape, Pearl Basic Jewels

Freshly Made Sketches #213- A sketch by Amy

When I saw this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I immediately wanted to try out the technique of stamping on the Woodland textured impressions embossing folder. I love how it makes whatever you stamp on it look like it's behind the trees. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Wonderland,

Cardstock- Whisper White, Always Artichoke
Designer Series Paper-

Ink -Always Artichoke, Versamark
Other-Gold Stampin' Emboss powder, Woodland embossing folder, Gold 1/8 ribbon, Rhinestone Basic Jewels


 

Freshly Made Sketches #212- a sketch by Narelle

I took a break from Christmas cards for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge. My dad's birthday is coming up in a few days, so I had to make a special card for him. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Guy Greetings

Cardstock- Basic Black, Very Vanilla
Designer Series Paper- Typeset DSP

Ink -Archival Basic Black
Other-

Freshly Made Sketchs #211- a sketch by Karren

My October was so crazy busy! Since I was only able to get one challenge done last month, I was determined to get going for November. I snuck in some time this weekend to get this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge done. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Every time I use gold accents, I have a heck of a time photographing them. I tried turning the flash off, and that didn't help, so I don't know how to make them look any better. 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Festival of Trees, Versatile Christmas

Cardstock- Whisper White, Mossy Meadow, Cherry Cobbler
Designer Series Paper- Merry Moments DSP

Ink -Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, Versamark
Other- Gold Metallic Thread, Gold Stampin' Emboss powder, Gold Foil paper, Itty Bitty Accents punch pack

Freshly Made Sketches #208- A sketch by Cindy H

October is always a crazy busy month for me, the these past weeks have been out of control busy. I missed the last 2 challenges, but I was determined to find time today for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Photographing this card was frustrating. Always Artichoke seems to come off black and the gold snowflakes are hard to capture. Probably a poor lighting issue, but still frustrating!

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Wonderland, Versatile Christmas

Cardstock- Whisper White, Always Artichoke
Designer Series Paper-

Ink -Always Artichoke
Other-Winter Wonderland Designer Washi Tape, Encore Gold ink (retired)

Freshly Made Sketches #205- a sketch by Rita

I am barely getting my card in on time for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge. Good thing I went really simple on this card.

Here is my take on the sketch: 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets:Another Thank You

Cardstock- Whisper White, Tip Top Taupe, Basic Black 
Designer Series Paper-Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink -Archival Basic Black
Other-Banner Framelits, 1" Dotted Lace Trim

Freshly Made Sketches #204- a sketch by Jen T.

I've had kind of a creative block lately. I've been too busy to work on any cards, which is okay because I really didn't want to anyway. I often will think of ideas during my work day or see color combinations I'd like to try out on a card. Lately, it's been nothing. No inspiration to speak of. I figured I'd try to force it a little on this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge.

  
Here is my take on the sketch:

 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets:Festival of Trees, Wondrous Wreath

Cardstock- Whisper White, Real Red
Designer Series Paper-Merry Moments

Ink -Real Red, Mossy Meadow
Other-Winter Wonderland washi tape, Tree punch, Itty Bitty Accents punch, Gold glimmer paper

Freshly Made Sketches #202- a sketch by Amy

It's been hot and humid in Minnesota since September started.  We've been so lucky this summer that there hasn't been a lot of this type of weather. I feel less guilty about spending the last few days of summer indoors when it's like this outside. It's been Barbie-ville in my living room the past couple days, with various neighbor girls joining in the fun. Keeps my girls busy so I can get crafty. 

As soon as I saw Amy's sketch for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I immediately knew I wanted to use the Joyful Season set from Stampin' Up!'s holiday catalog. I love the sketchy watercolor feel of it (even though it's still too early for me to start thinking about Christmas).

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets:Joyful Season

Cardstock- Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler
Designer Series Paper-

Ink -Cherry Cobbler, Archival Black, Chocolate Chip, Crushed Curry
Other-

Freshly Made Sketches #201- a sketch by Narelle

The Minnesota State Fair started this past Thursday. It is a 10 day event that basically signals the end of summer around here. It goes through Labor day and school starts that next day (for most of the state). This summer has been absolutely wonderful! I hate to see it end, but fall truly is my favorite time of year. I love the colors, the cooler weather and of course Halloween! 

For this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I got out the super cute "Acorny Thank You" stamp set from Stampin' Up!'s" holiday catalog. With the last name McNutt, I have to embrace any set with a squirrel or nuts in it. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Acorny Thank You

Cardstock- Whisper White, Soft Suede
Designer Series Paper- Into the Woodsy DSP

Ink -Soft Suede, Early Espresso, Tangelo Twist
Other-Linen Thread, Acorn builder punch, 2" Circle punch, Woodgrain embossing folder

Freshly Made Sketches 200!

This week is Freshly Made Sketches 200th sketch! A big thank you to all the members of the design team for all their inspirational sketches. Your sketches have helped me immensely!

I broke down and did a Christmas card for this week's sketch. Even though I think it's way too early to start thinking about Christmas, this sketch had me gravitating to my new Christmas stamps, so I went with it. 

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Reason for the Season, Project Life Seasonal Snapshot 2015

Cardstock- Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Mossy Meadow
Designer Series Paper-

Ink - Archival Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Mossy Meadow, Gold Encore(retired)
Other-Mini Treat Bag Thinlits


 

Freshly Made Sketches #199- a sketch by Karren

For this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, I finally got around to using the new You've Got This stamp set. I've had it for months now and keep meaning to use it, but never seem to pick it up. Sometimes you just need the right inspiration first, and Karren's sketch felt so perfect for this set.

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: You've Got This, Perfect Pennants

Cardstock- Whisper White, Tip Taupe Taupe
Designer Series Paper- Go Wild Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink - Tip Taupe Taupe, Archival Basic Black
Other-Handheld Stapler, silver mini staples, Banners Framelits

Freshly Made Sketches #198- a sketch by Cindy L.

I was so excited to play with some of my new products form the Stampin' Up! holiday catalog for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge, but I cannot bring myself to do any Christmas projects yet. This has been such a perfect summer in Minnesota. I do not want to think of the winter to come just yet!

 

Here is my take on the sketch: 

 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Cheer All Year, Gorgeous Grunge

Cardstock- Whisper White, Chocolate Chip
Designer Series Paper

Ink - Cajun Craze, Hello Honey, Chocolate Chip
Other-Linen Thread, Gold Basic Metal buttons

Freshly Made Sketches #196- a sketch by Cindy

I just got back from Stampin' Up's Inspire, Create, Share 2015 a couple hours ago. I am full of inspiration and cannot wait until my product premiere pre-order (say that 3 times fast) arrives! I am taking my oldest daughter to the One Direction concert in a few hours, so I had to rush to get a card done for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge.

Here is my take on the sketch:

Blendabilities would have worked so well on this flower, but I tried to make do with my blender pen. I also wish I had some of the Venetian Crochet trim. I could've sworn I had some, but I couldn't find it anywhere. I used some Very Vanilla seam binding ribbon and just folded it to fake a ruffle.

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Best Thoughts (hostess set), Butterfly Basics

Cardstock- Very Vanilla, Blackberry Bliss, Always Artichoke
Designer Series Paper-Farmers Market DSP

Ink -Archival Basic Black, Blackberry Bliss, Always Artichoke marker
Other-Very Vanilla seam binding ribbon

 

Freshly Made Sketches #195- a sketch by Kim

I've been busy this weekend getting ready to head to Salt Lake City for the Stampin' Up! convention. I'm super excited to get the new holiday catalog and all the wonderful demonstrations. 

 I managed to sneak in a card for this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge.

Here is my take on the sketch:

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets:Petal Potpourri, One Big Meaning

Cardstock- Whisper White, Mossy Meadow
Designer Series Paper-

Ink -Mossy Meadow, Hello Honey, Delightful Dijon
Other- Rhinestone basic jewels, flower medallion punch, fun flower punch


 

Freshly Made Sketches #193- a sketch by Rita

It has been such a beautiful Fourth of July weekend.  I hated to break away from the outdoor activities to make cards, but I haven't done anything creative in over 2 weeks. My cousin offered to take my kids to a movie this afternoon, so I figured I better get at  this week's Freshly Made Sketches challenge while I had the free time.

Here is my take on the sketch: 

Stampin' up! supplies used: 

Stamp sets: Papillion Potpourri, Sheltering Tree

Cardstock- Whisper White, Tip Top Taupe, Watermelon Wonder
Designer Series Paper- In Color 2015-2017 Designer Series Paper Pack

Ink -Watermelon Wonder, Tip Top Taupe
Other- Rhinestone basic jewels, Elegant Butterfly Punch