Linda's works of Heart

Just popping to say Hello ;)

It seems like ages since I’ve been here, but I wanted to pop in and say hello.  I’ve had absolutely no mojo lately with regard crafting so I thought I would take time doing other things, but nothing in particular.

I do want to share a few items that I purchased lately, and hopefully get to use them soon.  First up is my new Sizzix Big Shot, LOVE it:

Next up is my new Cricut Explore Air:  I love that it has an app for both the iPad & iPhone that I can use when I not sitting in my craft room. 

 

I’m looking forward to using both of them with Christmas right around the corner, so I hope to be back soon.

Thanks for stopping by.

Linda D

Snowman Shaker Wand

Hi there, before I get started I wanted to mention this will be my last official post as a member of Spellbinders Blog Team.  It sounds odd saying that because I’ve been with them for the last 8 years, I can’t thank them enough for allowing me to be part of something wonderful, but I’m excited for what lays ahead whatever that might be.

I know it’s a little early to start making Christmas items, but I’m always last minute so I thought I should try and sneak some in LOL! 

• I started this snowman the same way I did with this project. Here is the supply list provided in the above link.
• Started with a round paper Mache ornament.
• Drilled a hole in it large enough to glue a wooden dowel in.
• Cover with paperclay (not to thick), let dry completely, I let mine sit overnight.
• When dry sand rough areas if needed.
• Paint entire piece with acrylic paint including the wooden dowel (I used a cream color).
• When paint dries, add a thin color wash over the entire piece, and let dry.
• Cut felt using Standard Circles die templates, the circle size you use will depend on the size of the ornament after it’s covered with paper clay.  I also die cut cardstock for the hat brim, and hat top so I could glue the felt to I
• Die cut cardstock using the Poinsettia die template, and shade with Distress Ink.
• Paint the eyes, nose, and cheeks, and then add lace/ribbon.
• That’s it. 

That’s it for now, thanks for visiting.

Linda ❤❤

Supplies used:

Stamp Pads: Spun Sugar, Shabby Shutters Distress Ink – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Coredinations White Heavyweight Smooth Cardstock – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts®: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine, Standard Circles Large & Small Nestabilities®, Layered Poinsettia Shapeabilities®.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinder Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue– The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Felt, Bead for flower center, Fabric Lace, Silver Wire, Cream, Black, Orange, Pink acrylic paint. I also used light brown acrylic paint diluted with water to make a color wash.  Paperclay,  Martha Stewart Corse Glitter.  I purchased most of the misc. items from Hobby Lobby.  

Romantic Wild Rose Birthday Card

Hi there, I hope you are enjoying your weekend.  I’m getting ready for a pizza party we are having tomorrow for Father’s Day because it’s to hot to be outside for a BBQ.  So we are ordering everything, and staying inside.  

Our youngest daughter will be another year older next week (sigh), so I thought I would create a card I can put in the mail.  I love this card…  it’s so pretty in real life, and the colors are nice together.

• I started by cutting/embossing all the white cardstock pieces.
• Randomly stamp the large flower as shown.
• Next, stamp the large flower on a post-it-note to create a mask, and cut out with scissors.
• Working with one flower at a time, place the mask over a flower on the card front to protect it.
• With the mask in place stamp the leaves, and smaller flowers.  Remove the mask, and place on the next flower and continue as before until all flowers are complete.
• Go around each flower with a Copic Marker.
• Stamp sentiment; add ribbon/bow, and your done.

That’s it for now, have a wonderful rest of your weekend.

Thanks for visiting, Linda  ❤❤

 

Supplies used:

Stamps:  JustRite Clear Stamp Romantic Wild Roses, Graceful Sentiments – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pads: Black Soot, Spun Sugar, Worn Lipstick, Shaded Lilac, Shabby Shutters, Peeled Paint, Wild Honey, Scattered Straw Distress Ink – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Coredinations Heavyweight Smooth White – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Ribbon: May Arts 1/4" Silk – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts:® Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine, Fancy Framed Tags Three Shapeabilities®, 5 x 7 Matting Basics "A" & 5 x 7 Matting Basics "B" Card Creator Collection.

NOTE: You can find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Thermoweb 3D 1/4" Foam Squares, Sequins, Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Copic Marker C1 Cool Gray, 0 Colorless blender.  Misti.

Up and Away Card

Hello again, I’m so glad you stopped by.  Today I want to share a card with you that’s not my norm.  As much as I love making flowers, pretty bows, and lots of layering this card has none of that LOL.  This was a step outside my comfort zone, because I think more is better, less is much harder, and I admire the creators that do it so beautifully.  All and all I’m pretty happy with this card, and think my DH will enjoy receiving it. 

Making the balloon:

One: Cut/embossed the hot air balloon die template four times with four different pieces of designer paper, I used Prima Nature Garden (one of my favorites).  The first layer is the entire die. 

Two: To make each layer of the balloon (top), I used my scissors’ and cut along the embossed lines of each piece making each layer smaller than the one before. 

Three: Add foam tape between each layer.  NOTE: I added an extra step to give the ballon dimension.  After step one and two I used my stylist to create a little bit of a curve by pressing down on the paper while on the foam pad, then added my foam pieces, distressed the edges, and assembled as shown.

Four:  I cut the red hearts by hand, tied silver bows, and added some black self-adhesive rhinestones, then finishing with a touch of Wink of Stella.

That’s it for today, I'll be back soon.

Thanks for visiting, Linda ❤❤ 

Supplies used:

Stamp Pads: JustRite Clear Stamp set Extended Family Large Fancy Sentiments - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Prima's Nature Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pad, Coredinations Heavyweight Smooth White 8.5 x 11 - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.   Solid Gray, Red – Stampin’ Up!

Ribbon: May Arts Metallic String. (I buy by the spool) – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts®:  Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine, Up And Away, Around The World (clouds only) Shapeabilities®

NOTE:  You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue, Thermoweb 1/4"  White 3D Foam Squares, Black Rhinestones, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Tool 'n One,

Sunflower's

Hi there, this project's been finished for several days, but I haven’t been able to get to the computer long enough to write a post.   Summer is in full swing at our house LOL, but it’s all fun. 

This project fits perfect in an empty spot on my bookcase, plus adds some color. In real life it has lots of texture, very 3D, with a touch of gold. I die cut all flowers and leaves with watercolor paper, and used Gelatos to watercolor them. 

That’s it for today, I have several things I’m working on, when I can I will be back to share.

Thanks for visiting, Linda ❤❤ 

 

 

  

 

Supplies used:

Stamps: JustRite's - A Flower For Your Thoughts - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pad: Memento Full Size Dye Ink Pad - Tuxedo Black – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Graphic 45 French Country 8x8 Paper Pad, (any cardstock will work), Silver/Gold Combo Bazzill Mirror Cardstock  – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Watercolor paper.

Ribbon: May Arts 1/4" Silk Ribbon – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine, Create A Sunflower Die D-Lites™, Romantic Vines Shapeabilities®, 5x7 Mystical Embrace, 5 x 7 Matting Basics A Nestabilities®.

NOTE:  You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue, Thermoweb 3D Foam 1/4 ' Squares, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush, Gelatos Colors Gift Set - Large – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Flowers Soft. 

With Love - Vintage Card

Hello there, and welcome back.  Today’s card is one I made back in January of this year for a special assignment with Spellbinders.  As always, I have a list of supplies listed below with links if they are still available.  I love the colors used on this card, but my pictures are a little darker then what they are if you were to see it in real life LOL.  This is one of my favorite cards because I love the vintage feel.

That’s it for now, and I will be back soon.  Remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

NOTE:  I made this card back in January, some of the supplies used may no longer be available.  But, Sharon has lots of items that will be perfect.

Stamps: JustRite Clear Stamp Ever After Antique Labels One - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store

Stamp Pads:  Chipped Sapphire Distress Ink, Memento Tuxedo Black – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Wild Plum, Eggplant Adirondack Dye Pad.

Cardstock: Sahara Sand – Stampin’ Up!, GCD Studio Michaels.

Ribbon: Seam Binding – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine, Bow Elegance, Shapeabilities®, Labels 34 Medallion 3D M-Bossabilities™ Folder.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Pearls, Prima Whisper Botanical Collection, Prima Leaves - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  May Arts Mini Flowers

Happy Birthday Card

Hello there, a few days ago I realized I needed a Birthday card (quickly) LOL! So I sat down and came up with this clean and simple card. I used Distress ink for the sentiment, Gelato’s on the flower/flourish, plus May Arts ribbon, and I love how they all match the colors in the cardstock.  My friend loved receiving this little card, and I truly enjoyed giving it to her.

That’s it for now, and I will be back soon.  Remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

 Supplies used:

Stamps: JustRite Clear Stamp - Birthday Floral Vintage Labels 8 and 9 - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pad: Evergreen Bough Distress Ink – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: My Mind's Eye on Trend 6x6, White Coredinations Heavyweight Smooth Cardstock – The Stamp SImply Ribbon Store.

Ribbon: May Art ¼” Silk – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts®: Petite Pennants A Gilded Life,  Bitty Blossoms, Foliage Flourish Shapeabilities®, A2 Scalloped Borders Three Borderabilities®, A2 Curved Matting Basics "A" Nestabilities®.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue, Thermoweb 3D Foam Squares, Peach, Metallic Melon, Metallic Mint Large Gelatos Gift Set, Pearls – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 

Poppies

Hi there everyone, I have another quick post to share today.  I haven’t had a lot of time for crafting lately, and I wish I could be here more. 

Today’s card was created using die templates, and Distress markers.  I haven’t used my Distress Markers in quite awhile, and I enjoyed coloring these little Poppies with them.  The rest of the card is layer’s, with a crochet bow.  To add a little touch of glimmer I covered all the flowers with Glossy Accents.  

That’s it for now, and I will be back soon.  Remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

 

 

Supplies used:

Paper: Vanilla.

Ribbon: May Arts 7/8” Crochet Lace - Full Spool -

Spellbinders Paper Arts: Asters and Poppies Shapeabilities® Die D-Lites™, Classic Ovals LG #5 , Classic Ovals SM #5, Oval Regalia Decorative Elements Nestabilities®, Framed Petite Labels M-Bossabilities™.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Wild Honey, Barn Door, Scattered Straw, Shabby Shutters Distress Markers, Glossy Accents.

Early Christmas Card

Hi there everybody, I know it's early to start making Christmas cards, but with a crazy summer schedule ahead of us I thought I better get started now because I'm a slow crafter LOL.  This year I plan on putting my cards in the mail instead of hand delivering them so that means they will be flat cards instead of lots of layers.  So you will be seeing more Christmas items posted along with my regular projects.  

It's been awhile since I've used my Copic Markers, but I enjoyed using them and, I find coloring therapeutic, my problem is finding the time to do it.  I covered the red bow in the image with May Arts Wrinkle ribbon because I dropped my red marker, and made a bigger mess trying to correct it, so the only thing I could do was cover it with ribbon.  

That’s it for now, I have several projects almost finished so I will be back soon.  Remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

 Supplies used: 

Stamps: JustRite Small Cling - Christmas Wreath - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pads: Memento Full Size Dye Ink Pad Tuxedo Black, VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 

Cardstock: White Coredinations Heavyweight Smooth Cardstock  - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 

Ribbon: May Art Seam Binding - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders Paper Arts: Pierced Circles, 5 x 7 Matting Basics "A" #7,  & 5 x 7 Matting Basics "B" #7, Exquisite Circles. 

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue, Thermoweb 3D Foam Squares 1/4" - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Copic Markers, Ranger Liquid Platinum Embossing Powder. 

Happy Mother’s Day Banner

Hello everyone!  I hope you are enjoying your weekend; we are super excited today because we (California) got a little rain…  not a lot, but some.  We need it so bad, I live in the central valley and the farmers in our area are pulling out the majority of their crops/groves because we have very little water.  Praying we get more.

I’m running short on time today so this will be short, but I wanted to share my “Happy Mother’s Day Banner” with you.  The colors are my favorite, and I truly love the Baby Buntings and Garden Blooms die templates from Spellbinders for "A Gilded Life".  I love all the new products that “A Gilded Life” released, but I haven’t had the time to sit and create projects with them yet.  The Garden Blooms flowers are made from fabric following the video in this post.  I need to mention I did not make this video, I found it on YouTube while searching for different flower techniques, I found it inspiring, easy to follow, and wanted to share with you. 

That’s it for now, remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

 

Supplies used:

Stamps: JustRite Clear Stamp - Hugs and Kisses - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Graphic 45 Deluxe Collector’s Edition Baby 2 Bride 12 x 12 - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Ribbon: Cream Seam Binding - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Woven Floral Trim in A Gilded Life's Ballet Pink Trim Package - Spellbinders

Spellbinders®: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine.  Baby Buntings, Garden Blooms.  Elegant Ovals #2 & #3, Classic Ovals LG #3  Nestabilities®.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue, Thermowed 3D Foam Squares 1/4" White, Melissa Frances Pearls - Tan/Brown - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Embroidery Thread, Sewing Needle.

Fabric Flower Sachet

Hello there, today I have a fun little project to share that's perfect for Mother's Day.  Actually it can be used for many occasions but since Mother's Day is right around the corner it's perfect.  Also I've linked two different video's that will show how to make the flower, and the sachet.  I want to mention that I used A Gilded Life's Garden Blooms die template by Spellbinders to make my flower, and in the video she mentions large circles, I used the largest flower die, and so on.  From fabric I cut a square the size I wanted, and sewed around the edges; turned it right side out then filled with French Lavender and rice.  When finished I glued the flower, ribbon, and a single rhinestone in the flower center.    

That’s it for now, remember all supplies are listed below with links, and you can click on the images for a better view. Enjoy!

Thanks for visiting {{{hugs}}} ❤❤ 

Flower tutorial here.

Lavender Sachet tutorial here

 

 

Supplies used: 

Ribbon: Seam Binding - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders®: "A Gilded Life" Garden Blooms, "A Gilded Life" Antiqued Rhinestones Chain II.

NOTE: You can also find Spellbinders Die Templates at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  French Lavender from A Gilded Life. Fabric, Sewing Machine.