Thank you for taking the time to share such fond memories of what Christmas means to you/yours! Truly touching! Well, we've decided not to only to choose 1 winner, instead will choose 2! How about that?
Here are your random numbers:24
Timestamp: 2009-10-22 01:47:10 UTC
**Francie Gumprecht (posted on Joanne's blog)
Here are your random numbers:12
Timestamp: 2009-10-22 01:48:39 UTC
Sylvia said...
Christmas is sharing time with friends and family. About 25 yrs ago my son took a mitten off a giving tree at K Mart and tucked it away. Then he took a paper tree off the giving tree at church. He came to me one night and asked if he could buy the presents for these people for his gift for Christmas. I was so touched I had tears in my eyes and I was so very proud for his ideas and his greatness for giving. We all participated. He is now grown and in the military and sometimes unable to spend holidays with us, but in my heart I know he is doing the right thing and still giving.We all spend Christmas eve with the traditional oyster stew and attend midnight mass, and give thanks for all we have. Christmas day is magical, more food than we need, laughter and enjoyment seeing the little ones excitement, and older ones reminiscing, and all of us knowing we are celebrating the Birthday of Jesus
9:37 AM
October Card Sketch Winner
Here are your random numbers:5
Timestamp: 2009-10-22 01:37:46 UTC
kc_froglady said...
I played and got to use my pumpkins too! WooHoo! You can see it here
Thursday, October 22, 2009
ISC Blog Hop Card Extravaganza Winners & Card Sketch Winners, are
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Wishing you....
It's our last day of designs to share!
Soon we will announce the blog-hop/monthly card Sketch winners!
In the meantime here are 2 exquisite cards by Karen and Wendy.
Enjoy your day!
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Eclectic Christmas
Ever ask yourself, I'd love to step-out of my comfort-zone and create with a different style of image?
You might wonder, where to begin?!
Well, be sure to look closely at each design to see how each of the 4 images (Eclectic Christmas) were incorporated!
Thanks for stopping!
Kathy
Something Different - Kit!
Thanks so much for stopping by today!
The Architects were challenged to create whatsoever they desire with the items contained in this lovely Kit! All of the products are by Maya Road!
Enjoy...
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
CCE - ISC Bog-Hop Day 3: DPOV
Season of Thanksgiving!
Connie
I simply admire what can be created with the same of similar stamp? How about you?
Take a look at what the Achitects designed
with Fruitful stamp sheet!
Till tomorrow as we have another
neat post, be sure to check it out!
Wendy
Kathy
Sabrina
Karen
Julie
Joanne
Thanks for stopping by!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
CCE - ISC Blog Hop Day 2 & more
Christmas is truly a memorable time of the year! We enjoy making homemade gifts and of course baking! Here's a favorite recipe, super easy easy and yummy of course!
Kisses Choclocate Chip Cookies
Day 2 Christmas Card Extravaganza
Here are a couple of designs by various Architects using Festive Season stamp sheet! Remember, click here to win FREE ISC sheets! 
Thanks for stopping by!
Monday, October 12, 2009
ISC October Stamp LIne & Christmas Card Extravaganza Blog Hop
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Eclectic Christmas by Kathy It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas! Love the aroma when visiting stores? Love the baking and all the cooking too!
So, with out futher ado... let's begin....
5 New Stamp lines & more
Fruitful (ideal for Thanksgiving/Christmas)
Joyful Christmas (love paper piecing, take a look!)
Festive Season (add a difficult touch to your Holiday cards)
Eclectic Christmas (love the grunge effect? how about swirls?)
Country Views (create magnets & more, ideal for small surfaces)
Joyful Christmas (love paper piecing, take a look!)
Festive Season (add a difficult touch to your Holiday cards)
Eclectic Christmas (love the grunge effect? how about swirls?)
Country Views (create magnets & more, ideal for small surfaces)
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Welcome!
Our first ever, Christmas Card Extravaganza Blog Hop!
The Architects we're challenged and be sure to visit each blog and view their creations! Plus, enter to WIN, 3 FREE of the Newest Christmas Stamp Sheets (Joyful Christmas, Eclectic Christmas, Festive Christmas)! Super easy, leave a message about what Christmas means to you & yours in the comments section below or in any of the Creative Architects blogs!
This opportunity will end Wed Oct 14th!
Thanks for stopping by!
Saturday, October 10, 2009
ISC Christmas Blog-Hop Card Extravaganza
You'll not want to miss this and lots more!
Have a wonderful wkend!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Monthly Card Sketch #909
We're excited and hope you are too!
This sketch is all about layering and keep'n it simple!
Anyone is welcome to play along. You have until Sun 10/11 to upload your link in the comments section. But, wait, there's always a little bonus.... if you create a card using ISC images ONLY, you might win 1 FREE ISC sheet of choice!
Take a look at a few designs by various Creative Architects'
Karen
Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day!
Friday, September 11, 2009
September 09 new Stamp Line Release
by Karen Dunbrook
Purchase ALL 5 *new* Stamp Sheets - $40.00 (retail value $56.49)
It’s Betsy’s Birthday today!
ISC has never offered such a unique & special-deal!
It’s Betsy’s Birthday today!
ISC has never offered such a unique & special-deal!
Over 50+ stamps -
Special-offer ends ~
Friday Sept 18th
Country Living click here
Julie Warner
Let-It-Bloom! click here
Sabrina Jackson
Farm Life click here
Joanne Grzelak
Country Living click here
Julie Warner
Let-It-Bloom! click here
Sabrina Jackson
Farm Life click here
Joanne Grzelak
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Odd Findings
Today's artwork, a compilation of masterpieces! Every one's interpretation is unique! This sheet definitely pushes you to create an eclectic design! The Architects did an outstanding job!
They used at least 4+ stamp from the Odd Findings sheet & trinkets-embellishments from the BitNPieces kit.
Thanks for stopping by & enjoy!
Karen
Kathy
Thanks for stopping by and enjoy!
Lisa
Joanne
Connie
Sabrina
Friday, August 14, 2009
Bush Flowers - Day 2
Bush Flowers, also known as Flanner flowers are soft and delicate! Here's a lovely interpretation of by the Architects!
Kathy
Julie
Lisa
Enjoy and thanks bunches for stopping by!
-Betsy
Thursday, August 13, 2009
ISC New August Stamp Line - Kit Debut
Ever in need of a quick gift? How about a personalized Notepad? The Make a Note sheet has an entire Alphabet, with many possibilities! Take a look at the Altered Notepads which various Architects designed with elements from the BitsNPieces Kit!
Then, below, you'll notice various card designs using Ganzia -African Daisy sheet!
August Stamp Line:
Take 10% off coupon code: isc10 (ends Thurs 8/20)
Enjoy and thanks so much for stopping by!
-Betsy
Sabrina
Connie
Joanne
Friday, July 17, 2009
ISC Blog Hop Bday Celebration Winner
Gorgeous cards and stamp sheets, WOW :)!
Thank you so much for this chance to win some goodies, and am loving this blog hop too :).
Inky hugs,
A special, special, thanks to every single person who left
a wishful message for ISC, here, on all the Creative Architect Blogs too!
You are all super special and again, many thanks for your support!
Creative Architect: Karen Dunbrook
Lived in Kitchener Waterloo, Ontario, Canada all my life. Married with 2 boys. I have a degree in ECE and taught in a cooperative Preschool for 9 years before starting my own home daycare business when my oldest son arrived. I am pleased to say that I am still going strong after 23 years in business and countless children being welcomed into my home and family. I have always loved crafting in some capacity or another. I can’t say exactly when I began stamping although I have always stamped as part of an art program I run with my little ones. By the way, they love stamping too. I get a lot of joy and satisfaction in creating cards. They seem to bring a smile to everyone who receives them. I (very hesitantly) started posting on SCS a few years ago….hit a bit of a slump when my mom got ill and passed away but I think stamping really helped me heal. Like the saying goes…’Art washes away the dust of everyday life.’ I find my inspiration on SCS and I see things in life that make me think…. scary I am doodling design ideas all the time. I like to participate in the challenges on SCS whenever I can.
Stamped image onto linen paper then coloured it using watercolour pencils and odourless Mineral spirits. Again I added a water feel using the Sakura Glaze Pen, cut and mounted.
Round Card
Ccut a circle then used the Flourish stamp with Versamark and embossed with clear embossing powder. The flower was stamped on DP and embossed with white, cut out and then coloured using a Versamark pen and clear embossed.
Took a photo of the sky and clouds and printed it onto glossy paper (not photo paper) Next I stamped the scene image with StazOn and coloured it in using 'Memento' markers. I then used the Sakura Glaze Pen on the waves and it really gave a wonderful watery feel to the scene. Lastly, added a bit of white gel pen...cut and mounted.
Card Tote
Cut and scored pattern. I embossed using the Cuttlebug and assembled. The Aust. daisy on the front was coloured using watercolour pencils and odourless mineral spirits. Next I coloured over with a Versamark Marker and embossed with clear embossing powder.
Tote-Card holder Template by Betsy
cut 9 x 12 cardstock of choice
on the short side:score: 1", 5 3/4", 1"
on the long side:score: 1", 4 1/2", 1" 4 1/2"
Assemble as desired.
Happy for you
Stamped and embossed the daisy with navy and embossed with clear embossing powder then coloured with watercolour pencils and odourless Mineral spirits. I coloured over with a Versamark marker and clear embossed it. I added a button and a pearl to center.
Feel to contact me with any questions...
Enjoy!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Cherish your Memories - Tote Card template - Summer Kit
6x6 Scrapbook Layout by Betsy
The Creative Architects were challenged to create a 6x6 Layout using the Scrapbook PhotoSlide sheet, a Tote Card holder using the ISC Summer Kit. All are simply unique and stunning! *WOW*
The Summer Kit is jam-packed with a lovely assortment of embellishments, cardstock, diecut envelopes by Debbie's Diecuts, stamp sheet & more, to purchase yours, click here
Now on to the Tote Card holder. Lately, there's been a very cool-stylish trend, where it's all about Stationary gifts and such! I decided to play around and designed a simple Tote template to carry cards and give as a gift.
Here are the steps, simple/easy!
Tote-Card holder Template by Betsy
cut 9 x 12 cardstock of choice
on the short side:
score: 1", 5 3/4", 1"
on the long side:
score: 1", 4 1/2", 1" 4 1/2"
Assemble as desired.
cut 9 x 12 cardstock of choice
on the short side:
score: 1", 5 3/4", 1"
on the long side:
score: 1", 4 1/2", 1" 4 1/2"
Assemble as desired.
You must see what the Architect's created:
Until tomorrow... thanks for stopping by!
Enjoy,
Betsy
Monday, July 13, 2009
ISC Stamp Line Release & Blog Hop Celebration
Flowers & Flourishes and scenic views! Are you ready? The next few days will be so pleasing to the eye..... the designs by the various Creative Architects are simply breathtaking! Take a look...
Kathy, used one of the Flourishing Ivy and she handmade the Roses, be sure to visit her blog for more info.
Connie used Serenity
Julie used Picturesque
That's right, it's ISC Birthday! Take 15% off your order use code: travel
Thank you for your patronage and continued support & numerous friendships!
Do you LOVE free ISC Sheets? Here's a lovely opportunity and very simple, leave a wishful birthday comment for ISC! Note, 7 (different) winners will be chosen and will win 2 FREE ISC Sheets of your choice! You may leave a comment here and be sure to stop at Lisa's blog next! Until tomorrow...
-Betsy
Friday, July 10, 2009
ISC Sneak Peek - Day 2, Let it Bloom!
Flowers, are simply mezmerizing and lovely on almost any card!
Joanne G., used various images from the Australian Daisy sheet available Mon Jul 13! This sheet has 10 images; sayings, you'll use over and over again, as well as an oval frame and a ribbon! Wait till you see the rest...
Thanks for stopping by & have a wonderful wkend!
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