Airplane Riley Birthday Card

There are quite a few Riley stamps in my collection that I haven’t had the chance to use! I took advantage of the banner behind the plane for the sentiment.
The color combination was my interpretation of the photo challenge for Basic Grey. You can find that challenge: HERE
The birthday sentiment works with this week’s Quixotic Paperie challenge. You can find that challenge: HERE

What I used:
Stamps: Airplane Riley by Hanna Stamps, Birthday sentiment by There She Goes
Paper: DP by Basic Grey, Stamped on Papertrey Ink (Red cardstock also by Papertrey Ink)
Ink: Stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black, Colored with Copic Sketch
Accents: Tiny Gem by Darice, Red Ribbon from Hanna Stamps

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Hanna Fans Blog Hop!

As a big fan of Hanna Stamps I wanted to be a part of the fun! I have a family member who has recently had surgery and is on the mend, so what better way to send him a little note than with the adorable Nurse Sophie.

To follow the hop, please start with Frances! If you’ve come here from Jacquie’s blog then you’re on the right track. Have fun!
1. Frances http://stampowl.blogspot.com/
2. Cindy http://cindyhaffnerscorner.blogspot.com/
3. Silke http://silli-silli.blogspot.com/
4. Sandra http://paperfuntastics.blogspot.com/
5. KelliJo http://mommachull.blogspot.com/
6. Mary http://alatteinkinfun.blogspot.com/
7. Gina http://ginasmakingsandmusings.blogspot.com/
8. Jacquie http://jacquiemakescards.blogspot.com/
9. Kimberly S http://faerietaleswithpaper.blogspot.com/
10. Jen http://designsbyboo.blogspot.com/
11. Maria http://www.riacreations.blogspot.com/
12. Jackie http://stampingsister.blogspot.com/
13. Joycelyn http://stampsncoffee.blogspot.com/
14. Joy http://daiseyfreak.blogspot.com/
15. Tracey http://www.trays-spot.blogspot.com/
16. Sparks http://sparklecreations.blogspot.com/
17. Lorie http://www.thethinkinspot.blogspot.com/
18. Tanya http://lovepapernstamp.blogspot.com/
19. Laurie http://stampinvirgo5.blogspot.com/
20. Bek http://www.bloomingpink.blogspot.com/
21. Janet http://www.corrosivecreationsbyjanet.blogspot.com/
22. Kelly http://sandcastlestamper.blogspot.com/
23. Michele http://www.enchantedstamper.blogspot.com/
24. Angela http://inmyquiettime.blogspot.com/

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SSHP03 - Make a Scene

I did this homey Christmas scene for Saturday Spotlight with Hidden Potential. The challenge this week was to make a scene! You can find that challenge: HERE

I had a lot of fun doing this one and used a mixture of stamps. Each piece was stamped on Papertrey Ink paper, colored with Copic Markers and cut out. Most pieces have pop dots behind them to give a little bit of a 3-D look. I cut the middle of the Fireplace out and doubled the pop dots behind the outer piece to make an inset for the fire. The ball has Diamond Glaze on it to make it shiny. (the first time I’ve used it, so don’t look to closely or you’ll find that little bubble I missed!)

What I used:
Stamps: Fireplace, fire, stocking, and tree are all from C.C. Designs; Chihuahua, ball, and wood flooring are from Hanna Stamps; Sentiment is from Papertrey Ink
Paper: Stamped on Papertrey Ink, DP by Webster’s Pages
Ink: Stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black, Colored with Copic Markers
Accents: DMC thread, Diamond Glaze, Black dot (hanging picture)

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Ribbon Riley for TMS14

A card made for Tuesday Morning Sketches #14. You can find the challenge: HERE

What I Used:
Stamp: Ribbon Riley by Hanna Stamps, Sentiment by There She Goes
Ink: Memento, Copics, Spica Glitter pen (pink)
Paper: DP is DCWV, Stamped on Papertrey Ink
Accents: Gems by Darice, Die Cuts using Nestabilities, Pop dots under sentiment

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DCD17 - Witch Riley

For the current challenge at Die Cut Dreams I used the little witch from the Riley collection by Hanna Stamps. You can read about the DCD17 challenge, see the sketch used, and the recipe to follow: HERE

What I used:
Stamp: Witch Riley by Hanna Stamps
Ink: Memento, Copics, Spica glitter pens (chocolate, lemon & gold)
Accents: Button by Doodlebug, Ribbon

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WCMD09L - Ahoy Hanna

I used the Ahoy Hanna stamp set by Hanna Stamps for their WCMD challenge. You can find the challenge on Split Coast Stampers: HERE

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Simon Says Challenge - Wheat Riley Card

I followed the recipe for Simon Says Challenge for this card.  The challenge can be found: HERE I’ve used the Wheat Riley stamp from Hanna Stamps as my one image, two print papers, and the ribbon, bow, and gem as my three embellishments. (hopefully I’ve done this right!)

What I used:
Stamp: Wheat Riley (Hanna Stamps)
Paper: DCWV
Ink: Burnt Umber pad (Unity Stamp Co.), Copic markers
Accessories: Ribbon/Bow (JoAnn’s), Gem, Die cuts (Nestabilities – Spellbinders)

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C4C2 - Perfect Package Card

This is another lovely stamp by Hanna Stamps I’ve used to make this card. I had actually set out to make a ‘blue’ Christmas card, but in the end I think it was be more appropriate for a birthday or other holiday. I’ve followed this week’s challenge from Crazy for Challenges with a sketch designed by Cindy Haffner. You can find C4C2: HERE

What I’ve used:
Stamp: Perfect Package by Hanna Stamps
Paper: Solid & Print by DCWV, Watercolor Paper by Canson
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black by Tsukineko
Accents: Silver Dew Drops by Robin's Nest, Die Cut (Nestabilities)

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Mermaid - Hello

I came across two different challenges over the weekend that intrigued me, and somehow they ended up being done in one card. The first was the Etsy Inspired Challenge where we’re asked to visit Etsy and choose an item that inspires us. You can see that challenge: HERE  I found a wonderful handpainted Travel Mug by Morsel81 that can be seen: HERE  The second is a sketch challenge that was different from any that I’ve seen with a circle extending above the top of the card. Very creative of C4C. You can see that challenge: HERE

I so enjoyed making this card with the lovely mermaid from Hanna Stamps. The rock formation is another stamp in the same set, so I had to mask the mermaid (totally worth the time, and easy enough to do).

What I used:

Stamps: Mermaid, Rock Formation (Hanna Stamps), Hello (CTMH)
Paper: Print (DCWV), Solid (The Paper Co)
Accents: Gems (Darice), Flower (Prima)
Misc.: Watercolor pencils (Design), Stamp Pads (The Paper Co)

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