Frosted Designs Sketch #20

I can't believe we are on Sketch #20 already!  Here it is:

I decided to interpret the sketch exactly how it looks.

I used Echo Park papers and added some twine a button.  Don't forget to join us at Frosted Designs.  We have a new challenge and a fabulous prize!

Thanks for stopping by!

Glory Papers Card

This little beauty was made using the Glory papers from Authentique.  I think it has a nice vintage feel to it!  If you'd like these papers, drop by at Ginger Snap Scraps.  You won't be disappointed!
I'm sending this over to Make It Monday!


Have a great week!

GSS Customer Blog Hop

Welcome to the first of many I'm A Ginger Snap Girl Blog Hops!

The wonderfuly talented customers of Ginger Snap Scraps have teamed up to bring you awesome projects and inspiration using the items they have purchased from the store!

If you are just joining us, please begin at the Ginger Snap Scraps blog.

If you came from Pam then you are in the right place!

Here is my project:

These adorable strawberries were made using the Spring Cottage Cricut Cartridge.  

Don't you think they make the perfect favors for a summer party?
I'm also linking this up to the Die Cuttin' Divas.

Your next stop on the hop is Paula
Now for some awesome blog candy!

Ginger Snap Scraps is giving away 4 $10 gift cards to four lucky followers!

To enter to win, just comment below letting us know you did any of the following:

Follow Ginger Snap Scraps the blog. 

Like Ginger Snap Scraps on Facebook. 

Follow me: November Rose

To celebrate our first customer blog hop, we are taking 15% off all items in the store!

Here is the line-up, in case you get lost!

0. Cori- http://www.ginger-snap-scraps.blogspot.com

1. Maria Matter http://JoyfulStamper.blogspot.com

2.Missy Beckhorn http://tangledwebsoftangwen.blogspot.com/

3.Barb Orvis http://bugbites411.blogspot.com/

5. Pam L http://mzlavr2.blogspot.com/

6. Ann http://annsnovemberrose.blogspot.com/

7. Paula http://preciouspagesbypaula.blogspot.com/

8.Ryan www.pieceandpaper.blogspot.com

Great Giveaway!

We are so excited about the new Lawn Fawn stamp sets that we are giving away all seven of them to one lucky winner! To enter to win: Go to Facebook & comment on this photo letting us know you "like" us on Facebook, Comment on this photo letting us know you follow our blog (www.ginger-snap-scraps.blogspot.com) and comment on this photo letting us know you shared it on your wall!
IF YOU SHARE THIS GIVE AWAY ON YOUR BLOG, GIVE YOURSELF 5 MORE ENTIRES-JUST LEAVE ME YOUR BLOG LINK! Eight chances to win, we will randomly pick a winner from the comments under this photo on June 10!

Memorial Day Blog Hop - Day 2

Welcome to Day 2 of the very first blog hop with the Ginger Snap Scraps Design Team!

This weekend we are featuring projects all about Memorial Day.  We hope you enjoy all of the great work this Design Team has done and find some summer inspiration.  Happy Memorial Day!

If you came from Ginger Snap Scraps you are in the right place!

Here is a card I made:

This card was made with the Glory Papers from Authentique.  I just love the distressed/retro look of these papers.

I'm so glad you are back for Day 2 of the Hop.  Be sure to read about the fabulous deals at Ginger Snap Scraps below.  Then continue hopping!

Your next stop is Ashley's blog.  

Now for some blog candy! We are giving away a $20 gift card to Ginger Snap Scraps!

Just leave a comment here and let us know that you did the following:

Head over to Ginger Snap Scraps and follow the blog!

Head over to Ginger Snap Scraps on Facebook and like them!

Please visit the store and enjoy TRIPLE REWARD POINTS all weekend long!

Here is the entire line up in case you get lost.

Ginger Snap Scraps - http://ginger-snap-scraps.blogspot.com/

Ann - http://annsnovemberrose.blogspot.com

Ashley - http://theglamoroussideofscrapping.blogspot.com

Barb - http://bugbites411.blogspot.com

Connie - http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

Gabrielle - http://gabyspapery.blogspot.com

Janea - http://recollectionalley.blogspot.com

Jessica - http://chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

Kate - http://scrapperscreativecorner.blogspot.com

Maria - http://JoyfulStamper.blogspot.com

Missy - http://tangledwebsoftangwen.blogspot.com

Patty - http://creativediva98.blogspot.com

Sarah - http://sarahvaitstamps.blogspot.com

Memorial Day Blog Hop

Welcome to the very first blog hop with the Ginger Snap Scraps Design Team!

This weekend we will be featuring projects all about Memorial Day.  We hope you enjoy all of the great work this Design Team has done and find some summer inspiration.  Happy Memorial Day!

If you came from Ginger Snap Scraps you are in the right place!

Here is a decoration for your table:

These pinwheels were made with the Glory papers from Authentique.  I just popped them in a silver cup - instant centerpiece!

Thanks for stopping by!

Your next stop on the hop is Ashley's blog.  

Now for some blog candy! We are giving away a $20 gift card to Ginger Snap Scraps!

Just leave a comment here and let us know that you did the following:

Head over to Ginger Snap Scraps and follow the blog!

Head over to Ginger Snap Scraps on Facebook and like them!

Please visit the store and enjoy TRIPLE REWARD POINTS all weekend long!

Here is the entire line up in case you get lost.

Ginger Snap Scraps - http://ginger-snap-scraps.blogspot.com/

Ann - http://annsnovemberrose.blogspot.com

Ashley - http://theglamoroussideofscrapping.blogspot.com

Barb - http://bugbites411.blogspot.com

Connie - http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

Gabrielle - http://gabyspapery.blogspot.com

Janea - http://recollectionalley.blogspot.com

Jessica - http://chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

Kate - http://scrapperscreativecorner.blogspot.com

Maria - http://JoyfulStamper.blogspot.com

Missy - http://tangledwebsoftangwen.blogspot.com

Patty - http://creativediva98.blogspot.com

Sarah - http://sarahvaitstamps.blogspot.com

Frosted Designs Card Sketch #19

I'm back again with a new sketch from Frosted Designs:

I decided to spin this sketch a bit and came up with this:

The paper is from the Farmhouse Collection from Crate Paper.  The cardstock, pearls, and ribbon is Close To My Heart®.  Now head over to Frosted Designs to see what the rest of the Design Team has created to inspire you.  

Echo Park Layout

This layout was so quick and easy to make!  I used the Hello Summer Collection Kit from Echo Park.  It contains everything you need to make beautiful layouts and cards.  

The colors are amazing and all I need to do is add the photos and some journaling!  Be sure to stop over to Ginger Snap Scraps to get yours.  Be sure to have a look around too, Cori is having a sale!

Thanks for stopping by!

Repurposed Container

Welcome Everyone!  Today I am the Guest Diva at the Die Cuttin' Divas.  Be sure to stop over to see their Flower Challenge.  But, before you go, let me show you how I made this container that is being showcased on their site:

It started as a Snickers container that was in my stocking last Christmas.  I knew there was something I could to with it, so, after eating the mini Snickers, I tucked it away.

First, I taped the inside and gave it a couple of coats of white spray paint.

Then came the fun part.  Using my Art Philosophy Cricut® Cartridge, I cut out three roses and several leaves.  After rolling the flowers, I added a pearl to the center of each one to dress them up.  I created the veins in the flowers by scoring them, sanding the score lines, and sponging on some ink.  I added a strip of the red very sticky tape, and arranged my flowers and leaves.  Simple as that!  

This is an easy project that can be adapted to any container you have around the house.  If you don't have the Art Philosophy Cricut® Cartridge, be sure to click my "Shop" button at the top of my blog and order your own.  It is an amazing cartridge with over 700 images!

Thank you for stopping by today.  Thank you to the Die Cuttin' Divas for inviting me to be a guest, and I hope you enjoyed this little tutorial!
I'm also sending this over to Scrap It Girl's Monthly Challenge, Make It Monday, and Tuesday Alchemy!

Have You Been...

... over to Ginger Snap Scraps lately?  You need to go!!!  Cori is having a 40% off sale and a huge Mother's Day Giveaway.  
Just click the links on my sidebar.  You won't be disappointed!!!!

Frosted Designs Card Sketch #18

It's sketch time again at Frosted Designs.  Here it is:

And this is what I did with it:

Just something simple.  The lace and button are from Close To My Heart® and the frame was cut using the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, also from Close To My Heart®.

I hope you'll enter your own card.  We have a fabulous prize!

I'll "Bee" There

Ginger Snap Scraps is hosting a challenge.  You need to enter because you could win one of the Tim Holtz Spring Ink sets!  Now, with that being said, here is the card that I made to get things rolling:

This card was made using the Hello Summer Collection Kit from Echo Park.  The sentiment is from Mr. Cricut Crazy Stamps.  All of these items are available from Ginger Snap Scraps!  Now, head on over there - there are other give-aways too, like the one for Mother's Day.  You don't want to miss out! 

Teacher Appreciation Week

The Die Cuttin' Divas had a great sketch and I thought it was perfect for a Teacher Appreciation Card:

The apple was cut with my Cricut.  Everything else was in my stash of goodies.  I love how "real" the ruler looks.  That is from some old Close To My Heart paper that I still have.  

Have a great week everyone - and don't forget to appreciate your teachers!

Soft Blue and Pink

I just love the soft colors in this card.  This is my first post for the Ginger Snap Scrap Design Team.  These beautiful papers and trim  are from My Mind's Eye, available from Ginger Snap Scraps!

National Scrapbook Weekend Crop

You don't want to miss it!!!!

Pearls, Pins, and Punches

Yes, that's the challenge at the Die Cuttin' Divas.  I thought to myself, "I can do that!"  Now I just need to get it posted before the challenge is over!!!

From Close To My Heart®, I used Bamboo, Topiary, and Hollyhock cardstock.  The flower was cut using the Art Philosophy cartridge (I distressed it a little!), and a pin. The patterned paper is from My Mind's Eye.  I distressed all of the edges with Desert Sand ink.  I already know who will be receiving this card - I hope she likes it!
I'm also linking to Make It Monday and Heart 2 Heart!
Have a great week everyone!

New Design Team!

I am very excited to let tell you that I have been invited to be on a new Design Team.  You may remember a previous post about Ginger Snap Scraps.  Well the very first Design Team has been announced and I am part of it!


Ginger Snap Scraps was opened in March 2012 by stay at home mom Cori Wagner. She runs the business out of her home in Pennsylvania. Ginger Snap Scraps is your one stop shop for the latest and most popular scrapbooking and paper crafting products. You can also subscribe to our newsletter to receive emails about upcoming events, special discounts and new products!

To make this even more special, we are celebrating by giving everyone a 10% discount on one order.  

The code is: CelebrateDT
This code expires Monday, April 30th, so don't wait!
*10% off will not work on Provo Craft items.

Please be sure to stop by the Ginger Snap Scraps Blog and welcome the rest of the Design Team. Don't forget to bookmark this blog so you can come back to see all of the amazing artwork made with products from Ginger Snap Scraps! 

Frosted Designs Card Sketch #17

I guess you can say I'm back!  Surgery went well and I am feeling great.  I'm still tired and have limitations (no lifting, can't return to work, etc.), but I am able to get back into my Craft Room!  We have another new sketch for you:

And, here is my card:

Most of the products are from Close To My Heart®.  The papers are Stella, the bling:  Sparkle Flourishes, Designer Brads, and Sparkles.  The color-ready border is retired and the ribbon is from my stash.

For more inspiration and information about the prize, head over to Frosted Designs!  We look forward to seeing you there!

Pretty in Pink

Although the papers are retired, the flower and the blingy brad are still available from Close To My Heart®!

I'm starting to spend some time in my craft room again, and this is what I came up with!  I was planning on just entering it with the Card Makin' Mamas, since their challenge is Make It Girlie, but then I stopped by Heart 2 Heart and saw their photo inspiration.  The colors match perfectly!  I always love to link to Make It Monday, where anything goes and everyone is so sweet!

Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!

Time To Shop!

My friend Cori just opened her new on-line scrapbook store.  I hope you will all check it out - she is even offering free shipping!

 

Are you a scrapbooker or a paper crafter?
There is a new on-line scrapbook store for you to shop!

Ginger Snap Scraps is a brand new, on-line scrapbook store run by stay
at home mom, Cori Wagner.
The store has many popular brands such as Cricut, Copic, My Mind's
Eye, Echo Park, Peachy Keen and many more of your favorites! All
Cricut cartridges are $35 and under all the time!

You can shop the store now by going to http://www.gingersnapscraps.com/

Shipping at Ginger Snap Scraps is $5 flat rate shipping to the US and
$10 flat rate shipping to Canada. *Due to expensive shipping rates, we can not ship any 12x12 paper to Canada.  Shipping to military bases is
always free, as a thank you for your service to our country.

Help support small business and stay-at-home moms!

Cori would like to offer all of you free shipping to her store!
 Use the coupon code AB4 at checkout for free shipping on your
order-good for US and Canada!

Like Ginger Snap Scraps on Facebook for new products and store coupons!

Frosted Designs Card Sketch #16

Once again, the Design Team at Frosted Designs has been busy!  Here is the sketch they have been working on:

Here is my interpretation of it:

Everything is from Close To My Heart®:  Florentine papers, Opaques Adhesive Gems, and the sentiment and the butterfly are from the Cricut® Bundle.  What?  You don't know about the Cricut Bundle?  Check out page 13 of the Idea Book! 

Now that you've learned that you must have the Cricut Bundle - just click the "Shop" tab at the top of my blog, get your bundle and then head over to Frosted Designs to see what the rest of the Design Team has in store for you!  You're going to love their cards - and wait until you see the prize!!!

I'm going to add this to the fun over at Make It Monday too!

Happy Crafting!

A Tiskit, A Taskit - It's a Paper Basket!

I'm a huge fan of Pinterest and I found this adorable basket awhile back and pinned it.  It was time to create one of my own!
Here's mine:

It started out as a 12 X 12 pice of buttercup cardstock.  I sponged all of the edges with Creme Brulee ink, added a handle, some Easter grass, and Peeps!  Just so you know, the bunnies are Chocolate Mousse Peeps!  Who knew???!!!

The original basket was much smaller and had two handles.
 

 

 I found the directions here. 
You know you want to make one!  So, off you go to your crafting space, but, be sure to come back and tell me about your version of this adorable basket!
Thanks for stopping by!

Ladybug!

Nothing big, just a ladybug in the garden today!

I just love ladybugs - especially when they are eating aphids!

Surgery

This is just a quick post to let you know that I am having surgery later this week.  I've scheduled a few posts, so be sure to stop by while I'm recuperating!  I think you'll see at least one thing you'll like!

Frosted Designs Card Sketch #15

 Come on Spring!  I'm ready to plant my garden.  But, in the meantime, we have a new sketch for you at Frosted Designs:

Here is the card I made:

This was made completely from things I had in my stash.  I'm a huge fan of black and white and I think the lime green added a splash of Spring!  The sparkle in the lower right corner?  Well, everything can use a little bling!

Oh my, I'm starting to rhyme - Spring - bling!  And you thought this was all about paper-crafting!!!!

Before I am completely out of control, head over to Frosted Designs to see what the other designers have created to inspire you.  Our sponsor is Digi Doodle Shop, so you don't want to miss out on this challenge!

Craft Room Reveal

If you've been a follower since last Fall, I'm sure you remember this photo:

We had just moved in to our house and this was how my craft room looked.  There was a lot of unpacking to do and the craft room, well, it needed to be functional.  Over the past few months, I've been working on the decorating.  It still needs some finishing touches, but it's finished enough to be revealed!
So, here it is:

The table and chair is from an old kitchen set. The mirror was an estate sale find, and the filing cabinet?  That was a freebie that needed to be painted black!

Standing in the door and looking to the left, this is what you see:

Two folding tables are wrapped in fabric with velcro.  The shelf holds a few finished pieces, and you may remember the wine cork wreath from here.
Underneath those tables you will find:

Those famous iris carts! Yes, I used to have them filled with wood-mounted stamps.  Since we've gone acrylic, they now hold all of the "stuff" that we crafters collect.  You know, glue gun, craft heater, punches, Cricut cartridges, embellishments, chipboard, and other goodies waiting to be altered!
I keep my stamp pads here:

This is just a quick shot of the goodies on top of my filing cabinet:

On the other side of the window is my desk.  It is an old drafting table that I refinished.  The chair is my Sahara Chair.

Now, let's move on to the closet.  I removed the doors and hung curtains for better access. 

This is where I store my papers and my stamps.  As you can see, those wire cubes hold a ton of paper!  My stamps are in the drawers and I still have some room to grow in them!

Last, but not least:

The Pig Hooks!

These hooks are very important.  Not only do they hold my apron, they hold the curtains when I need to get into the closet!

I hope you've enjoyed this tour of my craft room.  The original plan was to make it a Shabby Chic space, but, I think it ended up being a girly space that is uniquely me!   I feel so fortunate to have a space that is all mine!  Thanks for taking the tour, and I'd love to hear what you think of it!
Have a great weekend!