May 29 2009

Stamp Simply #89 - Spring Has Sprung!

Published by notimetostamp at 8:35 am under Bow Easy, Challenges, Crafty Secrets Projects, General Purpose Cards

Sorry this is so late, my Blogs been down all night - it just got running again!

Keyword ssnotime89 - There is no time limit. You can play this challenge and upload your project at Splitcoast and/or your Blog, anytime at all!=You (and that means anyone and everyone, blogger or not!) can play as many times as you like!!! The point is to keep it simple, quick and have fun!!! Please link back here.

SPRING HAS SPRUNG! - For some of us, spring is just springing and for others summer may be in full bloom already. But wherever you are, spring and summer are synonymous with flowers — beautiful flowers…Today’s challenge is to pull out your FAVORITE flower stamp and make a beautiful floral creation for us. You ARE allowed to use images or flowers from sources other than stamps (preprinted images, primas, etc.), just as long as some favorite flowers are the main focus of the project. Let us fill cyberland with the fragrance of beautiful flowers this week!!! That’s is — an easy one again!!!

Check out the great samples for the Stamp Simply Challenge today on the blogs of these designers:

Please bear with us as we are all uploading and linking on Thursday night.

You can see all Gallery Submissions here. Thanks, girls!

Here’s my spring-like flowery creation for today:

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Stamped Simply! Actually, NO stamping at all. To say life has been busy would be a gross understatement and I sure have been missing my stamping time. But when times are so busy, I still enjoy going down to make a card without using any stamps — just quick, use some pretty things and done! My tulips are a pre-printed image by Crafty Secrets (watch my store, I have some on order!) — aren’t they GORGEOUS! I used my Silk Ribbon, a little library clip and that was it. Not bad for a rush job! Didn’t take much effort, but still pretty enough to feel good about giving it to someone.

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I wanted to show you a close-up of the little bow — it is 2″ across and I made it in just a few seconds using my Bow-Easy. If you don’t know what a Bow-Easy is, you can read more here and here. I am still gladly taking orders. My bow is attached with a glue dot. Making pretty bows has never been easier!

Stamps & Ink: None

Paper: PTI Vintage Cream, SU Soft Sky

Accessories: May Arts Silk Ribbon and the Bow Easy from the Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, SU Library Clip and Glue Dot, Glue Glider and Foam Mounting Squares from Joan’s Garden.

Thank you all so much for checking in. Again, I apologize for my absence. The Bow Easy sales have kept me hopping, for sure! LOL!!! I have finally gotten about caught up and have contacted everyone who wrote me (except if you’ve written in the last 24 hours or so — I’m getting to you real soon!). If you have contacted me about the Bow Easy or any other order and I have missed you — PLEASE email me again. With the large amount of orders and emails, I would never venture to think that I am exempt from making mistakes. Several of you left orders via comments on a variety of posts — those have been a bit harder to find and I’m hoping I didn’t miss any. Again, please just email me at ssj@up.net if I haven’t contacted you yet. There are plenty of Bow Easy templates coming in on a regular basis for everyone -no worries!

As far as my Dad, he was released from the hospital late on Tuesday and is home, getting stronger by the day. Again, I thank you all for your prayers — so much appreciated! There IS power in prayer!!!! Thank you so much for those prayers!

I have a specific project to work on this weekend, so I WILL be back soon with a card to share — so please don’t think I’ve disappeared from the scene totally!!! Hope you can all enjoy a wonderful weekend ahead!!! Thank you for stopping in!

42 Responses to “Stamp Simply #89 - Spring Has Sprung!”

  1. # Joan Frickeron 29 May 2009 at 9:25 am

    Sharon, what a beautiful simple card! Your Crafty Secret image is just gorgeous and that silk bow is simply divine. And so easy with your new Bow Easy tool. Great job and I am glad you are getting caught up as I know you have been working extremely hard to get your orders all out the door. We all appreciate it too!!!!

    Joan

  2. # Ad K.on 29 May 2009 at 10:00 am

    beautiful card, Sharon. thanks for taking the time to share it!

  3. # Julie Koerberon 29 May 2009 at 10:19 am

    So rich and elegant! That bow just takes this card over the top! Glad you got your blog figured out! How frustrating!!

  4. # Sabrina aka okimom2girlzon 29 May 2009 at 11:11 am

    Sharon, this card is an absolute breathtaker!!!!!! I love the richness of the flowers on your cotton panel and the softness of this gorgeous silk ribbon!!! This is for sure a perfect combination. Glad to hear your Dad is on the way of getting better. We all know that when the praises go up the blessings come down!!! Have a blessed and hopefully not too busy weekend. Hugs, Sabrina

  5. # Cathyon 29 May 2009 at 11:28 am

    Another gorgeous creation…you are so talented. I am glad about your father…that must be such a relief. Keep up the good work.

    Cat

  6. # Deb Saaranenon 29 May 2009 at 12:17 pm

    Just gorgeous! Wow– new blog look! Super!

  7. # Susan (rainy)on 29 May 2009 at 12:45 pm

    So glad that your dad is home. Hoping that he continues to get stronger everyday.

    And that card… GORGEOUS!!

  8. # Beckyon 29 May 2009 at 1:19 pm

    So beautiful Sharon! Just perfect!! I am glad to hear your Dad has been released. Big hugs!

  9. # Terryon 29 May 2009 at 1:36 pm

    Beautiful card!! My flower card is much simpler. You can see it here  

  10. # MichelleHon 29 May 2009 at 2:56 pm

    What a pretty card. The image is gorgeous!

  11. # Heatheron 29 May 2009 at 4:13 pm

    I have a very simple flower and grass card which matches this challenge. I am so glad your dad is out of hospital and improving. Life has been busy here too, so much so that I hadn’t checked the challenge and didn’t realize I had made an appropriate card until Julie pointed it out. It is always fun to be involved, so here it is:
    http://cardz.wordpress.com/2009/05/28/simple-grasses/

  12. # Simple grasses « bits & pieceson 29 May 2009 at 4:26 pm

    […] without realizing it I have made a card which works for Sharon’s Spring challenge this week, thanks for the nudge, […]

  13. # Charlene Merrickon 29 May 2009 at 4:39 pm

    My favorite flower is the tulip, so I immediately fell in love with your gorgeous card and that splendiferous bow, Sharon! Looks like I need to check out this bow easy!
    I’m glad to hear your dad is home and doing better. Hugs, dear friend.

  14. # Bethany Paullon 29 May 2009 at 4:41 pm

    Hi Sharon! It may have only taken you a few minutes, but it looks like a million bucks. Have fun packing those Bow Easy’s. Hugs.

  15. # ChristineCreationson 29 May 2009 at 6:17 pm

    Ok, I just LOVE tulips and this looks amazing! A gorgeous creation with this Crafty Secrets Image WOW!

  16. # Lois (clownmom)on 29 May 2009 at 6:45 pm

    For a quicky, that is one beautiful card. I like that little clip at the top — adds some interest. I didn’t make this card for your challenge, but it fits — http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1362706 Hope you don’t think I’m cheating!

  17. # Toshon 29 May 2009 at 8:56 pm

    Gorgeous card Sharon!! Love those tulips!! And that bow…wow!!

  18. # nancy littrellon 29 May 2009 at 10:57 pm

    OMG Sharon, so , so gorgeous :-) I am home now from my week in CO being a brand new Gramme!! What a beautiful and mellow baby boy. The last couple of days home I have been gardening, but you are really making me want to pull out my flower stamps and/or paper. TFS

  19. # Jen Nevilon 30 May 2009 at 8:43 am

    What a great challenge, here is my card
    http://jetstudio.blogspot.com/2009/05/ssnotime89-spring-flowers.html

  20. # Anjaon 30 May 2009 at 9:41 am

    Thanks for another great challenge.
    My card is here:
    http://stampinganja.blogspot.com/2009/05/flowers-for-ssnotime89.html
    Take care, Anja

  21. # Cindy H.on 30 May 2009 at 9:53 am

    Love your card - it’s so pretty! Colors and bow are beautiful. I’ve had a chance to take your challenge, so here’s mine -
    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1363352?cat=500&ppuser=121401
    Thanks for the inspiration!

  22. # Vickilynon 30 May 2009 at 10:04 am

    Love this!! Here’s mine!!

    http://paperhugs.blogspot.com/2009/05/guest-designer-our-creative-corner.html

    Thanks for the inspiration!

  23. # leslierichon 30 May 2009 at 11:04 am

    These are certainly beautiful flowers, and your ribbon is perfectly matched to your cardstock! An absolutely gorgeous presentation for this image, Sharon!

  24. # hobbywomanon 30 May 2009 at 11:47 am

    I love flowers….here are two of my all time favorites

    http://paperandsuch.blogspot.com/2009/05/flowers.html

  25. # Carla S.on 30 May 2009 at 2:12 pm

    Hi Sharon! What a wonderful challenge! Your card is beautiful - love that image and the gorgeous bow! Finally had a chance to make a floral card:
    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1363654?cat=500&ppuser=143903
    I just love roses so I made a single rose the main focus of my little ATC.
    Have a great weekend!
    Carla

  26. # Vickilynon 30 May 2009 at 8:38 pm

    Another one from me!! I love flowers….

    http://paperhugs.blogspot.com/2009/05/big-big-big-flowers.html

  27. # Sabrina aka okimom2girlzon 30 May 2009 at 10:32 pm

    Wow, finally, I got everything photographed and uploaded. Sharon, you always come up with the most fun challenges. Here are two I made for this weeks challenge

    http://sjbutterflydreams.blogspot.com/2009/05/good-evening-my-friends.html

    Hugs, Sabrina

  28. # Enjoy! « Stamprgrl’s Weblogon 31 May 2009 at 1:15 pm

    […] Stamp Simply #89 – Spring Has Sprung! - to use flowers (I stamped tiny flowers on top of some of my “flowers” on the pattern paper. […]

  29. # Dalison 31 May 2009 at 1:19 pm

    Here is mine:

    Enjoy!

    - dalis

  30. # Heather Fullerton (Retired Heather)on 31 May 2009 at 1:51 pm

    Great card Sharon. Love that bow. I received my parcel today with ribbons and bow easy. I can hardly wait to give it a try.
    Hugs
    Heather

  31. # cards4uon 31 May 2009 at 10:54 pm

    Thanks for my Bow Easy and this challenge! Your card is beautiful - love it!! Glad to hear there may be more Crafty Secrets on the way : ) Here is my project:

    http://heart-spring.blogspot.com/2009/05/garden-gift-bag.html

    Thanks for taking a look!

  32. # Janineon 01 Jun 2009 at 12:28 pm

    Hi Sharon.. This is just the prettiest card..
    Love that ribbon…

  33. # IRIT SHALOMon 01 Jun 2009 at 5:42 pm

    HI!! O LOVR YOUR BLOG AND YOUR FLOWERS CHALLENGE.
    HERE IS SOMETHING I DID SOME TIME AGO- BUT I T FITS THE SPIRIT SO MUCH AND IT IS NOT A CARD- IT IS WHOLE BUNCH OF FLOWERS ON 12*12 CANVAS- ACTUALLY ALL KINDS OF THEM I HAD OR DID THAT TIME. NOW I CAN ADD ONE NEW- AS I CAN DO OR BUY MUCH MORE KINDS OF IT.
    HERE IT IS- MY FLOWER BOARD:
    http://iritshalom.blogspot.com/2009/06/blog-post_02.html

  34. # Vickilynon 01 Jun 2009 at 9:37 pm

    A few more for you!! I have been loving those flowers lately…

    http://paperhugs.blogspot.com/2009/06/limelight.html

    Thanks for the inspiration!

  35. # Kimon 02 Jun 2009 at 12:02 pm

    Love your card! Great challenge. Here’s my card:

    http://kimsherrodstudio.blogspot.com/2009/06/spring-has-sprung.html

  36. # Debbie Olsonon 02 Jun 2009 at 8:22 pm

    This is a classically lovely WOW card, Sharon–beautiful job!

  37. # Dalison 02 Jun 2009 at 8:23 pm

    here is mine:

    http://stamprgrl.wordpress.com/2009/06/02/i-like-it/

    – dalis

  38. # No Time To Stamp? » Just a Teston 03 Jun 2009 at 12:04 pm

    […] above my blog header).  I hope to make a sample using them tonight, but until then, I did this card using the Birds and Botanicals pad a few days ago.  Fun little pads — check them […]

  39. # More found stamps… « Stamprgrl’s Weblogon 03 Jun 2009 at 9:14 pm

    […] Stamp Simply #89 – Spring Has Sprung! […]

  40. # Dalison 03 Jun 2009 at 9:17 pm

    here is my card

    – dalis

  41. # Jerri Kayon 05 Jun 2009 at 8:00 am

    Sharon, I totally missed this one! Oh my word, what a beauty! That image is to die for! I find myself wanting to draw it, those tulips are breathtakingly beuatiful! This card steals my heart with its beauty and grace.

  42. # Liz Williamson 09 Jun 2009 at 10:45 pm

    Used a teapot for my pot. Blame it on Mothermark and those darn cute teapots she is always creating. Here’s mine:
    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1372165?cat=500&ppuser=7104

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