Decorative Mugs for Father's Day

I was trying to decide what treats to make for Father's Day.  I was cleaning out some of my kitchen cabinets and decided to throw out a bunch of old coffee mugs that have been around forever.  I went on Amazon and brought some mugs that I could personalize.  They had a whole bunch that you could choose from.  This was so easy to do, I can't believe I didn't think of this sooner.  They are going to look so much nicer than the ones I threw out!

All you have to do is unscrew the bottom of the mug and take out the paper insert and use that as a pattern for whatever paper you decide you want to use. Cut it out and just pop it in and screw the bottom back on.  The first one I used the back of a sheet of scrapbooking paper and decorated it with the stamps from the set One Wild Ride.  I thought it turned out great!

The next one did not take a very good picture, but I made it for Joe using snowmobiling paper and stickers.  The paper is blue and dark which made it hard to photo.  I love it!  I think I'm going to make one for myself.

The next mug is for the camper in the group.

I hope the guys will like them, I know I do!!  What's nice is that you can always change them up if you want.  I kept one of the inserts for a template in my stash. 

Yesterday we had so much fun.  Jennifer had her Pre-Kindergarten graduation.  It was so cute.  They sang some songs and even wore cute hats and received a diploma.  We then went out to dinner and of course stopped for ice cream for dessert.  We hope everyone has a wonderful Father's Day weekend.

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

One Wild Ride Father's Day Card

I had one more Father's Day card to finish up which I did this weekend!  Yay!!  My other projects for the men in the family are almost finished as well, and I have a few days to spare!  This must be a record for me.  This was the first time I used SU's stamp set One Wild Ride and I really liked how it turned out.  This is not my typical card, but he loves to ride his motorcycle so I thought I would try out something different  The picture is hard to see as the base is black CS.  For my layer I used a piece of back and white polka dot DSP paper.

I used Real Red CS for my panel and stamped on Whisper White.  I decided to use the eclipse method to make the letters pop a bit.  I love using the Large Letter Dies and hope to start doing some scrapbooking again with these dies.  I felt like the panel needed something else and decided on these little gems I had in my stash.

For my inside sentiment, I used my $1 stamp again that I got at Michael's.  I have had a lot of use out of this stamp over the years.  Well, it is too nice to sit inside anymore.  I'm going to take advantage of the breezes and sit on the porch.  See you again at the end of the week!

I entered this post at CardzTV Anthing Goes Challenge #52, Cardz 4 Guyz Challenge #196.

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

Father's Day Card

Well, I finally got back to the craft room to finish Joe's Father's Day card.  First I had to remember where I hid it!  LOL!!  It was a pretty simple card to make, but I liked it and I think he will too!

I used Crumb Cake CS for my base and then my first layer was a scrap of DSP.  I made some banners of different colors also with some scrap paper.  I have definitely made a dent in my scrap pile!  My sentiment is from the Perennial Birthday stamp set.  I have been using this a lot lately.  I colored some dots around my oval that I cut out with my die and then used my large and small star punches and put a small brad in the middle.

For the inside sentiment, I used the same $1 stamp from Michael's and added some stars on the bottom.  As I said, it was pretty simple but I liked it.  I have one more card to make plus I am working on a project for the men in the family.  All the schools are closing so summer begins!

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

I have submitted this card to CardzTV Anthing Goes Challenge #51.

Father's Day Card

I have been trying to do some challenges lately, so I made this card for one that required that you use 3 different washi tapes.  The only problem is that I missed the deadline!!  Oh well, at least I have started on making some Father's Day cards.  These cards were so easy to make.  I used SU's Crumb Cake for my base card and Calypso Coral for my next layer.  For my 3rd layer, I used Whisper White and just angled the different color washi tapes on the bottom.

I used my large letter dies to cut the letters DAD and adhered on some flowers I had with a little heart for the center.

For my sentiment, I used an old $1 Michael's stamp and added some washi tape on the bottom.

The hardest thing about these cards were picking out the colors to use!!  I guess the weather can't make up it mind.  One day I have the air on and then the next the heat!!  But at least our vegetable garden is going along!    I'll be back later in the week with some more cards.  Have a great week!

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

Hershey's Bow Ties

Well, that week went by quick!  I know it was a short one with the holiday but here it is Friday already!  I didn't get a lot of time to craft, but I managed to finish up these cute bow ties that I started making for Father's Day.  I always like to make a little goodie for the men in the family and when I saw this tutorial over at - Brenda Quintana's - blog I knew this was the one for this year.  I love all her tutorials but especially the ones with the hershey kisses.

Here is another project that you can use up some of that scrap paper you have laying around.  I really liked how they turned out.

Here is a picture of all the kisses inside.

At first I made the tie a little wider, but then decided to go back to the original size.  I think they both look good.  I'm sure you can use these for other occasions as well.  We are suppose to get some rain this weekend, so I'm hoping to get some more time in the craft room and make some cards for Father's Day.  It will be here before you know it.

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

I entered this post at CardzTV Challenge - Anything Goes #50

Magical Day Birthay Card

I am definitely in love with this stamp set.  Jennifer is going to a birthday party this weekend and asked me to make a card for her to take.  Right away I thought of this stamp set.  I think they turned so cute.

The CS colors I used were Wisteria Wonder, Mint Macaron, Lemon Lime Twist, Whisper White and Blackberry Bliss for my ink.  I embossed my layer and used my Everyday Label Punch for my sentiment of my layer - 2 1/8 x 4 1/4.  I stamped and colored my cute little mermaids and then used the dies to cut them out.

I used my daubers to color my white satin ribbon Lemon Lime Twist and stamped some little bubbles on the layer - they look so cute!!  For the inside sentiment, I used the Perennial Birthday stamp set and stamped some cute little sea horses!

Since this card is not going through the mail, I stamped the little mermaid on the envelope with some more bubbles.  For some reason, my picture didn't turn out clear no matter how many times I took it.  LOL!!

I can see many more cards using this set in my future!  Hope everyone has a great holiday weekend,  It looks like we have rain coming in for our area - what else is new!!

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy

I entered this card at CardzTV Challenge - Anthing Goes #49.

Kids Coloring Cards

Wait until you see the cute project I have today.  My friend - Denise - brought this to my attention.  She originally saw it on Pinterest.  I thought it would be so cute for Jennifer and her friends.  I fell in love with the Magical Day stamp set and paper and thought this project was perfect. This card could be used for so many different occasions.  To color in the car on a long trip, on vacation, birthday wishes, to send to a little one who is sick, etc.  Here is a picture of two I had left. 

Check out the video from - Tammy Beard.  I really loved how these turned out.  On this one I used some narrow washi tape.  I wouldn't use this size again as it was too thin.  I ended up having to glue it in place.

I also felt that tying it together with twine would not hold up well, especially with little fingers.  So I used some colored hair ties that I had on hand and they worked great.  On this one, I used some wider washi tape and it worked fine.

I also changed up the inside of my card.  I decided to fussy cut some of the mermaids and add them to the sentiment.

The other thing that I did was add some extra coloring sheets in back of the crayons.  Thanks Denise for stamping them for me.

What is nice is that you can always stamp some more pictures and replace them in the card.  Jennifer's came in handy when we were in Lancaster the other weekend.  Big day here tomorrow as Rachel is going to her boyfriend's prom.  Hopefully, the rain won't be too bad.  Have a great weekend!

Thanks for stopping by,

Nancy