WSC 87 - #1 Dad!

Hi, thanks for stopping by! This week's WSC sketch is a really fun one! I loved all the layers. Sunday is Father's Day here in New Zealand, and given it's Shanan's first as a Dad, I had to make him a special card on behalf of our gorgeous little monkey. Also on Sunday, Jackson will be three months old, where has the time gone?! Monday will be my 30th birthday, so we have a fun long weekend planned! (Fun for new parents means a couple of extra hours of sleep in case you were wondering!)

I stuck pretty close to the sketch this week, combining the tab and flower element into one shape - I used a funky arrow from the Lead the Way Die-namics (links at the end of this post).

I've used stamps from the Masculine Tee set for this card - love that funky moustache image! I also broke out my Seeing Spots embossing folder for the first time in ages....remember when embossing was just the height of cool for cardmakers?! I must show my neglected folders some love. The cardstock has photographed quite dark, that's the awesome Hot Fudge from MFT!

Inside my card I used up the scraps of paper left over.

Here are the awesome products I've used, as always, you can click for more details:

Be sure to check out Kim's blog for all the designers playing along this week - you won't want to miss their gorgeous creations!

To play along with WSC, create a card with the provided sketch and upload it to SCS using the keyword MFTWSC87. A new sketch will be posted each Wednesday on the MFT blog and also in the forum. Each week one random winner will win a $15 voucher to spend at MFT, and if you use MFT stamps on your creation, you'll get a $5 bonus taking your voucher win up to $20! We'll be chatting each week on the sketch thread, so come join us in the MFT forum!

And just because....here's a recent pic of the almost three-month-old himself! He was definitely giving his Mama a little attitude in this one!

 

WSC 86 The Circus is Coming...

It's time for this weeks Wednesday Sketch Club from MFT! I loved the scallops on this sketch and used them as inspiration for a Circus Spectacular card!

You'll see I swapped the main layer shape for a Rounded Banner STAX (links at the end of this post) I just love this shape for a focal layer.

There are SO many images in this set, I have my faves that I use each time (the tickets!) but I'm yet to even stamp them all! I've used Versamagic ink which works PERFECTLY with these detailed images.

I inked the edges of every second layer of the Layered Rose Die-namics for a little added definition.

Inside my card I've repeated the scallop element and added the adorable seal and ball as well as a leftover from the rose on the front of my card.

Here are the supplies I've used today (click for more info!):

Be sure to check out Kim's blog for all the designers playing along this week - you won't want to miss their gorgeous creations!

To play along with WSC, create a card with the provided sketch and upload it to SCS using the keyword MFTWSC86. A new sketch will be posted each Wednesday on the MFT blog and also in the forum. Each week one random winner will win a $15 voucher to spend at MFT, and if you use MFT stamps on your creation, you'll get a $5 bonus taking your voucher win up to $20! We'll be chatting each week on the sketch thread, so come join us in the MFT forum!

Thanks for stopping by!  

Peek-a-boo Trio Pull Card

It's time for the amazing VIP collection from MFT! Be sure to head on over and grab yours quickly, once they are sold out you'll have to wait for the fab new products to launch next month!

Halloween isn't really a big holiday in New Zealand, so I'm showing the versatility of these stamps and created a lovey card. The Peek-a-boo Trio Die-namics is PERFECT for creating a card with a little added movement.

I created a window with acetate and covered up two of the other windows with designer paper. 

My image was coloured with Copics and trimmed down to slide under the Peek-a-Boo Trio Die-namics piece.

For more on how I created the focal point of this card I've made a quick video showing the sliding mechanism (it's really simple!)

Click HERE to view full size.

For the inside of the card, I repeated the sentiment (which I cut apart for ease of use) and added a sentiment from the exclusive set that comes with this VIP collection.

Don't forget to grab your kit here and visit Kim's blog to see all the amazing creations from the MFT team this month!

Here are the products I've used today (click for more info!):

 

New Product Tour August!

Welcome! I have a bunch of projects to show you today, in differing styles....but first....all those GORGEOUS new products you've been drooling over are available HERE now!!!

As you visit each designer today, be sure to leave comments for your chance to win a $50 gift certificate to MFT!

Today I'm going to be sharing projects using the awesome new Triple Scoop set - Clearly Sentimental about Grandparents. This set could be yours FREE when you spend $60 in the MFT store!

I was so pleased to see this set. Both my parents and parents in law became grandparents for the first time when our Jackson was born, so I know I'll be using this one a lot!

First up is a girly set, perfect for any Grandma!

I created this card using papers from the Miss Nelly pack by Kaisercraft. I've used some of my favourite new Die-namics, the gorgeous Layered Rose and one of the Triple Scallop Borders.

To make the flower extra fluffy, I rolled the flowers in my hands to break up the fibers in the cardstock, then carefully seperated each petal. Start with a nice thick cardstock when you do this and go slow! I love that the Layered Rose cuts so many pieces all at once!

Inside my card I used the Triple Scallop Border again, and used the Sweet Stack Labels for my sentiment.

For the bookmark, I used the Bookmark Duo Die-namics and added my sentiment on a Fishtail Flag STAX. I topped my bookmark with another fluffy rose!

For my next card, I wanted to use Clearly Sentimental about Grandparents to make a card fit for any grandfather!

I created a border with the Hexagon Die-namics. I've used the Fishtail Flags again (I love these dies!) for my sentiment.

I anchored the flag with another Hexagon, and embellished with a button and a hammer from the Tool Charms Die-namics. I cut it twice and layered the pieces together for a multi-coloured hammer.

Inside I've used the new Double Dot Border - love this for guy cards!

I also added a screwdriver from the Tool Charms set.

For my last card today, I couldn't resist inking up the new Mouse in the House It's Your Birthday set.

The papers on this card are also Kaisercraft. I used the new Lead the Way Die-namics to stamp my sentiment on. I've stamped the image on a Rounded Banner STAX layer.

Isn't she just the sweetest? My colouring still needs a LOT of work, but I had fun colouring this in!

Inside this card I've used the Double Dot Border and Sweet Stack Labels again. I love using Die-namics to cover up the raw edges of patterened paper, it gives such a finished look to your project!

Whew  - that's it from me today! Be sure to visit all the MFT designers and leave comments for your chance at that $50!

Here are all the wonderful MFT products I've used today - all available now!



 

Magnetic Bookmark Tutorial

Now that we've teased and tempted you all week long, it's almost time for you to shop for your favorite Brand Spankin' New products from MFT. But first... it's time for our Die-namics Feature and Pre-Release Pep Rally!

Our Design Team has been busy creating jaw-dropping and inspiring projects for you, and we've saved the best for last. We've taken an in-depth look at this month's Die-namics, while re-visiting the amazing sets being released tonight at 10 PM EST RIGHT HERE in the MFT Boutique. And while we are at it, how about we make your life even easier with a "cheat sheet" of all that's new?  Head over to the MFT Blog to print out a shopping list.  

Today I've created a couple of magnetic bookmarks with the AWESOME Bookmark Duo Die-namics and stamp set!

It's easier to show, than tell, so here's a video on how to make these quick and easy projects:

Click HERE to view full size.

I hope you'll make some bookmarks for yourself - I'd love to see them if you do!

 Here are the products I've used today (click for more info!):

Here are the details about the upcoming release:

• You can attend the New Release Party on August 7 from 8-10 PM EST HERE in the MFT forum, where you can WIN PRIZES!
• The MFT release, including all new stamp sets and Die-namics, is on August 7 at 10 PM EST.  You'll find all the newest products HERE at release time.
• If you'd like to see all the designers' posts for today, please click on over to the MFT Blog NOW.  Be sure to leave comments as you go for the chance to win one of 2, $10 gift certificates given away daily.  The winners will be posted on August 7 just before the release party, on the MFT blog.