Cream City Angels - Digi

Merging my 2 blogs

2011-08-31T20:09:00.000-05:00

Hello Everyone,

With the closing of The Angel Company and Digi Design House this blog will be closed soon. I have already migrated all the posts from this digi blog over to www.creamcityangels.blogspot.com

If you are interested in seeing what I'm up to, follow me or follow me by e-mail please visit my main blog.

Abundant Blessings to you...
Deb

Celebrating The Angel Company {and DDH} Hop

2011-08-28T19:00:00.008-05:00

Yay a Hop!

This is a Celebration of The Angel Company, which closed last week. TAC brought so many people together who probably would not have met otherwise. What an amazing blessing!

This is a post I had all cued up for Hannah's DDH Challenge "Cards for Kids". How perfect?? I made this weeks ago!

For me, the best part about DDH was seeing all these great retired TAC images again. I didn't sell my stamps over my 7 years as a demonstrator for The Angel Company. I am SO thankful.

This one - "Lion" was one of my favorites, because it reminds me of my brother and when we were kids. He had a stuffed Lion that he loved so much the paint on the plastic eye buttons had worn off and been painted back on {repeatedly LOL}. "Leon" looked just like this. There were bare spots in his mane. It didn't matter.

I made a card similar to this for my brother years ago when this set was 1st released. He could not believe there was a lion image out there that looked so much like Leon - in "cartoon form" is how he put it.

Copics: R29, Y17, YG03, YG11, E31, E33, E35, E37, E29

It's amazing how an image invokes a memory or emotion. Isn't it? That is what I love about stamps.

That is what I loved so much about The Angel Company. A new catalog would come out and I would think to myself - how did they know I was looking for an image like that. How did they know I love that scripture. How did they know??

If you loved The Angel Company and DDH. There is a hop celebrating how they blessed us. There is a link below where you can add a card using your "favorite" TAC/DDH image or maybe you already had a post cued up like me. The link will be active for a few days - until Sept 1st.

Here are the other bloggers in this hop...

Julie: http://juliesstamppad.blogspot.com/
Seleise: http://www.amethystcat.blogspot.com/
Rita W.: http://handmadebits4u.blogspot.com/
Donna: http://lakesidestamper.blogspot.com/
Chan: http://purpledfly.blogspot.com/
Mary: http://www.marysangelinspirations.blogspot.com/
Angela K. http://www.angelakelley.blogspot.com/
Laura: http://www.thecraftysister.com/
Barbara: http://www.stampingwiththekamperstampr.blogspot.com/
Trudy: http://www.trudystreasures.blogspot.com/
Shirley: http://glitteredpaws.blogspot.com
Wendy: http://wendyswhimsyandwit.blogspot.com/
Carol: http://stampincarol.blogspot.com/
Rita K. http://ritasangels.blogspot.com/
Chelsea: http://inkystamps.blogspot.com/
Kim: http://angelatmydoor.blogspot.com/
PaulaKay http://www.angelstampingwithpk.blogspot.com/
Ginger: http://rubberstamped.blogspot.com/
Teresa: http://mamapickle.blogspot.com/
Maria: http://www.meastamper.blogspot.com/
Angie: http://www.creativeinkspirations.com/
Deb Miller: http://www.creamcityangels.blogspot.com/
Diana: http://memorycrafter.blogspot.com/
Betty G.: http://www.stampinteacher.com/
Christine: http://christines-creativetherapy.blogspot.com/
Sandy A. http://inkingofyou.blogspot.com/
Char: http://pawsn2stamp.blogspot.com/
Diane H. http://www.thesmilinstamper.blogspot.com/
Chris F. http://allamericanstampers.blogspot.com/
Sandy M. http://www.stacysangelcreations.blogspot.com/

Rita H www.ritaholmes.blogspot.com

Thank you SO much to the DDH Design Team - you have taught me so much about digis.

This blog will be merged with my main blog www.creamcityangels.blogspot.com eventually. Need to figure out how to do it first. So that is where you can find me in the future, if you are interested. I won't be selling but hope to be designing again after a little break.

It has been a great ride, thanks for letting me tag along.

Abundant Blessings too you...
Deb

xx

DDH13 Challenge: Dry Emboss ~ Week 1

2011-08-22T05:00:00.055-05:00

We have a new Challenge! Dry Embossing is the challenge theme and Stephanie is our hostess for the next 2 weeks on the DDH blog. I used DDH Little Mermaid and colored her and some shells and seaweed with Copic markers. The Ocean Breeze cardstock was embossed with a Cuttlebug embossing folder, Tiny Bubbles.

Supplies -- DDH Little Mermaid, Papers: Ocean Breeze, Beeswax, Apple Crush, Tiny Bubbles Cuttlebug embossing folder, Copics [YR21, YR23, YR24, R11, R29, R32, YG01, YG03, YG13, B00, W1], Spica glitter pen clear.

There will be a second post next Monday, August 29th, on the DDH blog with more dry embossed creations.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, September 4th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels

Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs

Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs

Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Blessings,

Deb

DDH12 Challenge: Recipe ~ Week 2

2011-08-15T05:00:00.055-05:00

Happy Monday!

It is week 2 of Teresa's 3-2-1 Recipe Challenge on DDH. The recipe is to use 3 buttons/brads, 2 patterned paper and 1 ribbon/floss. I used Just Dream, a relatively new set. I love this angel. The papers and cardstock are from TAC's Amberley Grace SWIC. I paperpieced the wings and dress. I stacked the 3 buttons.

Supplies -- DDH Just Dream, Papers: Amberley Grace SWIC, Ivory Cardstock, Buttons, Copics: E21, E13, E55, E57, E59.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, August 21st. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Blessings,

Deb

DDH August Blog Hop ~ School/Primary Colors

2011-08-12T05:00:00.078-05:00

The August blog Hop theme is School/Primary Colors. We are all featuring a new DDH set "School Time". There are so many cute images in this set. I chose some classic school supplies.

Back to school shopping is so exciting. We don't have kids but my husband works for a company that collects school supplies for kids in need in our community - so we are able to have some fun every year.

The images are colored with Copics. I added some faux stitching with my ScorBug.

Supplies -- DDH School Time, Papers: Bazzill Cherry Splash, Lemon Bliss, Pauly Poo, ScorBuddy and ScorBug, Copics: Pencil - Y35, Y38, R02, R05, E21, W1, W3; Glue - B00, B02, B05, YR07, YR68; Scissors - W1, W3; Ruler - R24, R46

Like all our DDH Hops, there are FREE sets up for grabs today too! Simply leave a comment on the Dream Team blogs to be entered for your chance to win a SURPRISE not-yet-released DDH set!

You should have come from Stephanie's blog -- next stop Sandie.

Hop Order

DDH Blog

Teresa Jenkins

Christine Pennington (Guest Designer)

Stephanie Serrano

You are HERE --> Debra Miller

Sandie Dunne (Guest Designer)

Michelle Single
Judy Rozema (Guest Designer)

Hope you enjoy the rest of the hop!

Blessings,

Deb

Grand Opening Blog Hop ~ Groovy Bug

2011-08-05T05:00:00.065-05:00

A hop will conclude our Grand Opening Celebration. We are featuring a new set "Groovy Bug".

Supplies--Image: DDH Groovy Bug, Cardstock: Berry Sensation, Pineapple Bliss, Tangelo Blast, Copic X-Press It, Copics [RV25, RV29, Y35, Y38, YR65, YR68]

This hop is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, August 8th. There are hidden prizes, if you leave a comment on each stop on the hop you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

You should have come from Stephanie's blog - next stop Sandie's blog.

DDH Hop Order

DDH Blog - http://theangelcompany.typepad.com/digi_design_house
Teresa Jenkins - http://www.mamapickle.blogspot.com
Christine Pennington - http://christines-creativedigitals.blogspot.com
Stephanie Serrano - http://stephaniesstampinspot.blogspot.com
Debra Miller - http://creamcityangels-digi.blogspot.com
Sandie Dunne - http://sandieshores.blogspot.com
Dee Pritschet - http://deesdesigns.wordpress.com
Paula-Kay Bourland - http://digidesignsbypk.blogspot.com
Hannah Clark - http://www.delightfullydistressing.blogspot.com
Tracy Jackson - http://www.stampingseasons.blogspot.com
Michelle Single - http://www.wannastamp.com

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

Grand Opening: Day 3 ~ Birthday

2011-08-03T05:00:00.031-05:00

Today is day 3 of our Grand Opening Celebration. It is Birthday Wednesday. In fact it is Hannah's birthday today - Happy Birthday Hannah!

The image is from DDH Floral Perfumes, which is not a "new set" however I have not used it yet so it is new to me and one of my many favorites.

I tried to think outside the box on this one - by cutting out just part of the image. This image is colored with Copic markers and I added some glossy accents to the rose.

Supplies -- DDH Floral Perfumes, Papers: Ocean Breeze cardstock, Olive cardstock, Copic [R24, R29, YG93, YG95, YG97, Y35, Y38, B000], Glossy Accents.

Friday, we will have a blog hop using a new DDH set "Groovy Bug".

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

Grand Opening: Day 2 ~ Techniques

2011-08-02T05:00:00.023-05:00

Today is day 2 of our Grand Opening Celebration. It is technique Tuesday. I chose a coloring technique - chalks. The butterfly is paper pieced and I did some dry embossing too.

I printed out the butterfly twice - cut out one and layered it on the second image. I colored the wings with chalk.

The base card is dry embossed with a texture plate, then I dragged a VersaMark ink pad over the embossed pattern to make it really stand out. These new texture plates TAC carries really give a beautiful and deep impression - LOVE them.

This is a super easy any occasion card - great to keep on hand just in case something comes up.

The image is from DDH Pansies, which is a new DDH set this week.

Supplies -- DDH Pansies, Papers: Black cardstock, Swimming Pool cardstock, Postal texture plate, Amberley Grace ribbon, Basic Brights chalk, VersaMark ink.

Tomorrow we will be featuring birthday cards so check back.

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH11 Challenge: Black and White ~ Week 2

2011-08-01T05:00:00.016-05:00

It is week 2 of our Black and White Challenge. Paula-Kay is our hostess on the DDH blog. We are also having a Grand Opening Celebration, each day this week we will have posts on DDH so be sure to check in every day to see more inspiration.

This week, I chose the black and white dots paper from DDH Black and White II, which is a FREE DDH download paper! The image is Wild Animals, which is a new DDH.

Supplies -- DDH Wild Animals, Papers: Black cardstock, Date Swirl cardstock, DDH Black and White II FREE download, Copics [N1, N3, N4, N7].

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, August 7th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH11 Challenge: Black and White ~ Week 1

2011-07-25T05:00:00.011-05:00

Ready for a NEW challenge??

Black and White is the theme for the next 2 weeks and Paula-Kay is our hostess on the DDH blog. This week, I chose the black and white floral from DDH Black and White II, which is a FREE DDH download paper!

The image is DDH Fruit of the Spirit.

Supplies -- DDH Fruit of the Spirit, Papers: Raven, DDH Black and White II FREE download, White ribbon.

There will be a second post next Monday, August 1st, on the DDH blog with more black and white creations. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Christine Pennington (Guest Designer) - Christine's Digi Designs
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH10 Challenge: Summer ~ Week 2

2011-07-18T05:00:00.002-05:00

It's Week 2 of our DDH Challenge ~ Summer. As promised we have some more Summer themed creations for you this week. I used "A Day at the Beach" again this week.

Supplies -- DDH A Day at the Beach, Papers: Bazzill cardstock, Great Lakes, Ruby Red, Fawn, Beeswax, Copics, Nestabilities 17, hemp cord

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Challenge Details:

1. DDH images are not required to enter this challenge, however we would be thrilled if you did - not to mention you will be entered into 2 drawings for FREE DDH sets! Yes - 2 chances to win as your reward! Don't have a DDH image? Take a look at our great digi sets over at DDH.

2. To enter please use the link tool at the end of this post. This Summer Challenge is open until Sunday, July 24th at 6 pm CT. Winners will be chosen at random, using a random number generator.

3. Please use the full extension to your blog post when linking in so your entry is easy to find. If you are linking in using SCS, TAC's Papercrafting Community or site similar, please use DDH10 in the name of your entry. Please no back posting. Limit 3 entries per person.

4. Have FUN and check out all the amazing entries. Can't wait to see all the fabulous ideas.

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Hope you are able to join us, just link your summer creation to DDH with the linky tool.

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH10 Challenge: Summer ~ Week 1

2011-07-11T05:00:00.032-05:00

There is a New Challenge at DDH - Summer! I'm hosting too. What do you think of when you think of summer...the beach, vacations, picnics, parades, flowers in full bloom? Show us what means summer to you.

DDH images are not required to enter this challenge however we would be thrilled if you did - not to mention you will be entered into 2 drawings for FREE DDH sets! Yes - 2 chances to win! Take a look at our great digi sets over at DDH.

I used DDH's "A Day at the Beach" this week and actually will have a second card to share next week using the same set. I used some new Nestabilities - #16 and #17...I'm loving them.

Supplies -- DDH A Day at the Beach, Papers: Bazzill cardstock, Great Lakes, Ruby Red, Fawn, Copics, Pastel Chalk, Nestabilities 16 & 17, ribbon

There will be a second post next Monday, July 18th, on the DDH blog with more Summer creations. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, July 24th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH July Blog Hop ~ Christmas in July!

2011-07-08T05:00:00.030-05:00

Ready for a Hop??

This months theme is Christmas in July! Love this DDH image Poinsettia. I printed several images out, colored, then layered the flower to make it nice a full - and look 3D.

I added some faux stitching with the ScorBug and ScorBuddy. All the papers and cardstock is from TAC's Emma Collection.

Supplies--Image: DDH digi Poinsettia, Stamps: TAC Thinking of You, TAC Emma SWIC; Copics: R24, R29, R59, G82, G94, G99, YR12, Spica gold pen, Ink: Noir Black palette ink, ScorBug.

This hop is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, July 10th. There are hidden prizes, if you leave a comment on each stop on the hop you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

You should have come from Stephanie's blog - next stop Paula Kay's blog.

If you are lost or just started the hop here is the full list of DDH Dream Team Members...

DDH Dream Team Members

DDH Blog
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay

Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations

Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons
Christine Pennington (Guest Designer) - Christine's Digi Designs
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

Challenges I'm entering this card in:
Craft Us Crazy - Christmas in July
Moving Along with the Times - Christmas in July
Little Red Wagon - Christmas in July
The Paper Variety - Christmas in July
Sweet Stamps Blog - Christmas in July
Tuesday Throwdown - Christmas in July

DDH9 Challenge: Handmade Flowers ~ Week 2

2011-07-04T06:09:00.000-05:00

It is week 2 of the DDH Handmade Flowers Challenge and Michelle is our hostess on the DDH blog.

I used white ribbon to create my flower. Folding the ribbon back and forth then fanning the folds out to create the flower. I added some stacked buttons to the center and sewed the layers together. The leaves are from DDH Spring Sprigs. The saying is from one of my favorite Angel Company sets Thoughts and Prayers.

Supplies-- Digi: DDH Spring Sprigs, Stamps: TAC Thoughts and Prayers, Papers: TAC Emma SWIC, Inks: Jardin Moss Palette ink, Copics: G82, G94, G99, White Ribbon, Buttons.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, July 10th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH9 Challenge: Handmade Flowers ~ Week 1

2011-06-27T05:00:00.016-05:00

Ready for a NEW Challenge??

Our NEW Challenge is Handmade Flowers. Michelle is our hostess for the next 2 weeks on the DDH blog.

I used a 3/4" and 5/8" circle punch to create my flower. The paper used is a DDH FREE download Black and White II. I used a pinched circle flower technique - if you'd like to see a video on how it is done - click HERE. Heather Scott made this fabulous video. I added a second layer (5/8" punch) to make my flower fuller.

The image is DDH Swans. This is a great image for an anniversary or wedding card. I colored the white floss with Copics to match the cardstock.

Supplies-- Digi: DDH Swans, Papers: DDH Black and White II, Raven, Whirlpool, Copics: N1, N4, B000, BG10, Bone Floss, Buttons, White Souffle pen, 5/8" punch, 3/4" punch.

Next week I will have another card with a flower made of ribbon.

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH8 Challenge: Vintage ~ Week 2

2011-06-20T05:00:00.015-05:00

It is week 2 of the DDH Vintage/Pearls and Lace Challenge and Tracy is our hostess on the DDH blog. This birdhouse is from DDH Cherry Blossom Bird.

Supplies -- Stamps: TAC You Whoo (Verse), DDH Cherry Blossom Bird, Papers: TAC More Mimi SWIC, Copics, Inks: Cognac and Burnt Umber Palette; Gems, Nestabilities Circles.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, June 26th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH8 Challenge: Vintage ~ Week 1

2011-06-13T05:00:00.016-05:00

Ready for a NEW challenge??

Vintage/Pearls and Lace is the theme for the next 2 weeks and Tracy is our hostess on the DDH blog. This week, I chose black and white and roses to go with the vintage theme. The black and white floral is a FREE DDH download paper!

Supplies -- DDH Portfolio Collection , Papers: Raven, DDH Black and White II FREE download, 3/4" punch, Nestabilities Circles, White ribbon.

There will be a second post next Monday, June 20th, on the DDH blog with more vintage creations. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi, if your entry features a DDH image you will have 2 chances to win! There will be a second drawing for entries using a DDH images. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Christine Pennington - Christine's Digi Designs
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Mandi-Lee Klinger (Guest Designer) - Copic Me
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps
Nancy Kirk (Guest Designer) - Seaside Creativity

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH June Blog Hop ~ Fancy Folds

2011-06-10T05:00:00.044-05:00

Ready for a Hop??

This months theme is Fancy Folds. Love this DDH image Budding Iris. It is just like the ones blooming in my back yard. This is a side step card.

Supplies -- Image: DDH Budding Iris, Stamps: TAC All Things of Nature (retiring - on SALE); Bazzill papers: Lizard, Grape and Emma Cardstock; Copics: YG93, YG95, YG97; B91; BV02, BV04; YR21, YR23, YR24

This hop is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, June 12th. There are hidden prizes, if you leave a comment on each stop on the hop you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

You should have come from Stephanie's blog - next stop Paula Kay's blog.

If you are lost or just started the hop here is the full list of DDH Dream Team Members...

DDH Dream Team Members

DDH Blog
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Christine Pennington - Christine's Digi Designs
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps

Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations

Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH7 Challenge: One Layer Wonders ~ Week 2

2011-06-06T05:00:00.020-05:00

It is week 2 of the One Layer Wonder Challenge and Christine is our hostess on the DDH blog. Lets see your creations with DDH digi's.

I did all the layering in MS Word, it is all digital. I used a DDH FREE download paper Robyn. I copied a section of Robyn and pasted it into a blank Word document. I added some more blocks and then the image. I printed, colored the image with Copics and added a couple buttons - done.

Supplies -- DDH Everyday Mice, DDH Robyn FREE download paper, Copic cardstock, Buttons, Tawny Floss, Copics: YG23, G82, E31, E33, RV42, W1.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, June 12th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation using a DDH digi to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

DDH digi's are encouraged for this challenge. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Christine Pennington - Christine's Digi Designs
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay

Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH7 Challenge: One Layer Wonder ~ Week 1

2011-05-30T05:00:00.029-05:00

Ready for a NEW challenge??

One Layer Wonders is the theme for the next 2 weeks and Christine is our hostess on the DDH blog. We would like to see your creations using DDH digi's for this challenge.

Supplies -- DDH Heart-i-tude , Copic cardstock, Gems, Cardinal Floss, Copics

There will be a second post next Monday, June 6th, on the DDH blog with more one layer wonders. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, June 12th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

DDH digi's are required for this challenge. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH6 Challenge: Anything BUT a Card ~ Week 2

2011-05-23T05:00:00.063-05:00

Happy Monday,

More "Anything But a Card" ideas this week. Our hostess on the DDH blog is Stephanie.

This week, I made a note pad. The covers are actually cereal boxes that I cut to size and covered with TAC More Mimi cardstock.

The inside pages are a 3x5" white paper pad I found at OfficeMax in a multi-pack. The whole thing was punched and bound using the Bind-It-All binding system. I added a flower to the front from the DDH set Spring Sprigs and Mimi coordinating ribbon to the wire.

Supplies -- DDH Spring Sprigs, TAC More Mimi SWIC, Copics (RV10, RV14, RV19, YG03, YG63, E35), 2.5" scallop oval punch, 2"oval punch.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6pm (CST) on Sunday, May 29th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your "Anything BUT a Card" using a DDH Digi. If you do use a DDH Digi you will be entered in a second drawing! Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH6 Challenge: Anything BUT a Card ~ Week 1

2011-05-16T05:00:00.085-05:00

Happy Monday!

Ready for a new DDH Challenge? Our hostess for the next 2 weeks is Stephanie and our challenge is "Anything BUT a Card". I covered a chipboard clipboard with TAC papers and then added some embellishments.

Supplies -- DDH Beautiful Butterflies, TAC Juliette SWIC, Copics, Chipboard clipboard, Sanding block.

I used Beautiful Butterflies today. The body of the butterfly is colored with Copics and the wings are paper pieced. There is a beautiful paper in the Juliette Collection with just a few flowers and the wings are part of one of the flowers. I sanded around the edges of the clipboard to give a distressed look.

There will be a second post next Monday, May 23rd, on the DDH blog with more Anything BUT a Card ideas. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love to see your "Anything BUT a Card" using a DDH Digi. If you do use a DDH Digi you will be entered in a second drawing! Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH May Blog Hop ~ Flowers

2011-05-13T05:00:00.029-05:00

Ready for a Hop??

This months theme is Flowers - I LOVE flowers. Plus DDH has so many great images to choose from! I chose DDH digi Cross today.

Supplies -- DDH digi Cross, TAC Penelope Collection, Copics (E31, E35, E47, YG93, YG95, YG97, V01, V06, V09, W1, W3), Cognac and Burnt Umber Palette ink.

This hop is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, May 15th. There are hidden prizes, if you leave a comment on each stop on the hop you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

You should have come from Dee's blog - next stop Christine's blog.

If you are lost or just started the hop here is the full list of DDH Dream Team Members...

DDH Dream Team Members
DDH Blog
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps

Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
You are HERE ---> Debra Miller - Cream City Angels
Christine Pennington - Christine's Digi Designs

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

I've also entered this card into a challenge on For Your Inspiration & Freshly Brewed Challenges.

DDH5 Challenge: Bling ~ Week 2

2011-05-09T05:00:00.018-05:00

Happy Monday!

This is week 2 of our DDH Challenge - Bling. Our hostess is Hannah. Last week I chose pearls as my bling - this week crystal gems.

Supplies -- DDH Beautiful Butterflies, TAC Happily Grateful, TAC Willoughby SWIC, Birch Cardstock, Gems, Mini Gems, Button, Corner Chomper, Copics: G82, G94, G99, E55, E57, E59, 0, Ink: Spanish Olive VersaMagic.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, May 15th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and all that bling. If you use a DDH digi you will be entered in a second drawing for a FREE DDH digi. Won't you join us?!?

Next week there will be a new challenge - Anything But a Card - so start dreaming of ideas.

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH5 Challenge: Bling ~ Week 1

2011-05-02T05:00:00.087-05:00

Happy Monday!

Ready for a new DDH Challenge? Our hostess for the next 2 weeks is Hannah and our challenge is Bling. Who doesn't love a little - or A LOT - of bling on a card?

Supplies -- DDH Mini Botanicals, DDH Robyn FREE download paper, Bazzill Walnut, Gems, Mini pearls, Copics

There will be a second post next Monday, May 9th, on the DDH blog with more samples with bling. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, May 15th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and all that bling. If you use a a DDH digi, you will be entered into a second drawing for a FREE DDH digi! Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH4 Challenge: Paper Piecing ~ Week 2

2011-04-25T05:00:00.005-05:00

Happy Monday!

We are now in Week 2 of DDH4 Challenge - Paper Piecing. Paula- Kay is our hostess on the DDH blog for this great challenge!

Supplies -- DDH It's Your Day; Papers: TAC "Hip Hop" Fly with it collection, Bazzill Beeswax, Pauly Poo and DCWV Apple Green; Copics: Y21, Y35, Y38, V09, W1; Mini Kai Scissors.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, May 1st. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi! If you use a DDH digi get entered in a special drawing for a FREE Digi (2 chances to win!).

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and paper piecing (faux in photoshop or real). Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH4 Challenge: Paper Piecing ~ Week 1

2011-04-18T05:00:00.028-05:00

Happy Monday!

Ready for a new DDH Challenge? Our hostess for the next 2 weeks is Paula- Kay and our challenge is paper piecing. I love paper piecing with rubber stamps - but digi's?

Here's how you do it...

I arranged my digi images in Word, scaled the images and saved the file. Before printing the document I marked one corner, so I would know how to load the paper back into the printer. I printed out the images on normal light weight copier paper. Then I taped my patterned paper over the image with tape, choose one easy to remove like painters tape. Loaded it back into the printer - taking note of my marked corner - then printed the document again.

Genius right? Tiffany Doodles blog has a tutorial.

Then I cut out the sweater. I cut out the bee too so I could color and paper piece it. Here are my tools.

I've had lots of questions asking how I cut things out in such fine detail...Mini Kai Scissors - LOVE them! They are razor sharp and you can turn without shreading the cardstock - great for a smooth edge. They have a needle point which is useful, however caution should be used with these scissors.

I colored the bear and the bee. Layered the sweater on the colored image and that is the magic of paper piecing - a great technique!

Isn't it so Beary Sweet?

Supplies -- DDH Beary Sweet; Papers: TAC "Hip Hop" Fly with it collection, Bazzill Beeswax and Great Lakes; Copics: E21, E33, E37, E29, YG11, YG13, B32, B24, Y35, Y38, V09, W1; Mini Kai Scissors.

There will be a second post next Monday, April 25th on the DDH blog with more samples with Paper Piecing. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open for 2 weeks now until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, May 1st. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallery and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and paper piecing (faux in photoshop or real). Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH3 Challenge: Stitches ~ Week 2

2011-04-11T05:00:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday!

This is week 2 of DDH3 Challenge - Stitches. Teresa is our hostess on the DDH Blog. I love stitching on cards! This week, I used faux stitching...a rubber stamp from TAC.

I used DDH digi stamp set It's Your Day.

Supplies -- Stamps: TAC Running Stitches (rubber), Papers: TAC More Mimi Soar With It Collection cardstock; Copics: RV21, RV25, RV29, R59.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm (CST) Sunday, April 17th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallary and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and stitching (faux or real). Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Next Monday, there will be a brand NEW challenge - Paper Piecing!
Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH April Blog Hop - Bunny Hop

2011-04-08T05:00:00.029-05:00

Ready for a Blog Hop?

The theme of our April DDH Blog Hop is a Bunny Hop. I used DDH digi stamp set Spring Tags.

I made a treat bag in the shape of a carrot and added a bunny tag.

Supplies: Papers: TAC Miss Moxie Soar with it Collection, Copics: V12, R24, R29, 0, Embellishments: Honeydew Floss.

Be sure to visit and comment at each stop of the hop. There are hidden Easter eggs! You should have come from Christine's blog - next stop Dee's blog.

If you are lost or just started - here is a full list...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH3 Challenge: Stitches ~ Week 1

2011-04-04T05:00:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday!

Today, we have a new DDH challenge - Stitches! Teresa is our hostess for the next 2 weeks on the DDH Blog. I love stitching on cards!

I used DDH digi stamp set Noah's Ark. There are a lot of great images with this set, which I cut out and arranged on the front.

My stitching skills could use some more practice...the pair of lions and elephants are perfect camouflage ;)

Supplies -- TAC Toodle Loo Soar With It Collection cardstock; Copics: Y32, Y35, Y38; G82, G94, G99; BG01; N1, N4; E21, E55, E57, E59

There will be a second post next Monday, April 11th, on the DDH blog with more samples with stitching. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

We would love it if you played along! This challenge is open for 2 weeks now - 6 pm (CST) Sunday, April 17th. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation to our card gallary and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH Digi!

We would love to see your card using a DDH Digi and stitching (faux or real). Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

Stephanie's Birthday Blog Hop

2011-03-30T06:00:00.045-05:00

It's Stephanie's Birthday!

So, we are having a birthday blog hop to celebrate! Here is the birthday card I made for Stephanie.

Leave comments at each stop of this hop and you will have a chance to win a FREE DDH digi. Be sure to visit Stephanie's blog and leave birthday wishes...tell her Debra sent you.

I used DDH digi stamp set Mini Botanicals.

Supplies: TAC Thinking of You (sentiment - rubber); Papers: TAC Lilly Anna SWIC, Copics: RV10, RV14, Y32, Y35, Y38, B41, B45, YG11, YG13, YG17, N1, N4.

The hop starts at Michelle's blog, you have should come here from Teresa's blog...next stop Katrina's blog. If you are lost the full list is below.

Stephanie Serrano Birthday Blog Hop Order:

Michelle Single – http://wannastamp.blogspot.com

Shelly Scott - http://shells-space.blogspot.com/

Chris Dickinson - http://www.chrissyd723.blogspot.com/

Dee Pritschet - http://deesdesigns.wordpress.com/

DDH Blog - http://theangelcompany.typepad.com/digi_design_house/

Paula-Kay Bourland - http://digidesignsbypk.blogspot.com

Teresa Jenkins - http://www.mamapickle.blogspot.com

Debra Miller - http://creamcityangels-digi.blogspot.com/

Katrina Benton - Www.flutterbytrina.blogspot.com

Davi Reed - http://alstromeriaartistry.blogspot.com/

Wishing You Many Blessings,

Deb

DDH2 Challenge: Sketch ~ Week 2

2011-03-28T07:00:00.064-05:00

Happy Monday!

Today's Week 2 of my DDH Sketch Challenge! Here is the sketch...

We would LOVE it if you played along! This challenge is open until 6 pm Sunday, April 3rd. Visit DDH and add a link to your creation based on this sketch to our card gallary and you will have a chance to win blog candy! We are offering a $3.50 or less DDH digi stamp set - winners choice! There are over 30 to choose from - visit the DDH Store.

The sketch is a starting point - feel free to interpret this sketch literally or adapt it. Rotate or mirror the sketch, add more layers. Shapes drawn can be circles, squares, rectangles, nestabilities shapes etc... Just have fun with it!

I used Spindle Angels again this week. Love those angels! Here is a close up of my second card based on the sketch...

Supplies -- Papers: TAC Angelee Soar With It Collection; TAC brown cardstock, Copics: G82, G94, G99; YR21, YR23, YR24; E000, E21, E55, E57, E59, 0; Embellishments: Lavendar Floss

Next Monday, we will have a NEW challenge...stitching, so start thinking of a card that uses a DDH digi and stiching. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to vist all of our DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings,

Deb

DDH2 Challenge: Sketch ~ Week 1

2011-03-21T07:00:00.165-05:00

Hello All,

Today there's a NEW Challenge at DDH and I'm hosting! I chose a sketch challenge and here in my sketch...

We would LOVE it if you played along! This challenge is open for 2 weeks...now - Sunday, April 3rd. Visit the DDH blog and add a link to your creation based on this sketch to our card gallary and you will have a chance to win blog candy! The winner will be able to choose a DDH digi set $3.50 or less...there are over 30 to choose from so check out the DDH store.

Here is my card based on my sketch...

I used Spindle Angels. Love these angels...so fun to color! I was hoping for a satin finish on the angels dress, like thread on the spool. I'm really happy how it turned out.

Supplies: TAC Amberley Grace SWIC (coordinating cardstock, ribbon and hardware), Copics: BG72, BG75, BG78; YR21, YR23, YR24; E21, E55, E57, E59 Sentinment: TAC Love You (sentiment - rubber stamp set)

Next Monday, March 28th more Sketch Challenge cards will be added to the DDH blog and I will have another card to share as well. Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to vist all of our DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Abundant Blessings to you...

Deb

DDH1 Challenge: Distressing ~ Week 2

2011-03-14T07:00:00.011-05:00

Hello!

Today is week two of our distress challenge. Michelle is our hostess on the DDH blog. Make sure you visit the main blog to see more card ideas. This challenge runs until March 20th.

I used DDH digi image Cherry Blossom Bird again this week and this card has some distressing also.

I sponged and inked the edges of the image and partially cut it out. Then matted it with Bazzill Mocha Divine cardstock and TAC Emma cardstock.

Papers: TAC Emma SWIC and cardstock and Bazzill Mocha Divine; Sentiment: TAC Great Greetings (rubber); Inks: Palette Cognac and Burnt Umber; Copic Markers: R32, R35, R37; G82, G94, G99; YR21, YR23, YR24; E21, E13, E15, E55, E57, E59, 0

This distress challenge runs until Sunday, March 20 and you can play along! Make a card using a DDH image and show us your favorite distressing technique. You can link your card image on the main DDH blog and you will have the chance to win blog candy -- Vintage Garden Labels -- from DDH also!

Be sure to visit all the Dream Teams members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

There is a new challenge Monday, March 21st and I'm the hostess. I chose a sketch challenge! So come back next Monday for a brand new challenge.

Blessings,

Deb

Tracy's Birthday Blog Hop

2011-03-11T05:00:00.003-06:00

It's Tracy's Birthday!!

We are having a birthday blog hop to celebrate!

Happy Birthday Tracy - this is the card I made for you...

DDH digi stamp set: Mini Botanicals

Supplies -- TAC Lilly Anna Soar With It Collection cardstock, TAC Everyday Events (sentiment); Copics: B41, B45; Y38, RV10, RV14, YG11, YG13, YG17

Be sure to leave birthday wishes at Tracy's blog if you haven't already and let her know who sent you...Michelle Single arranged this hop. What a great idea!?!

Next stop on the hop DDH Blog...

Hope you had a wonderful birthday Tracy!

Blessings to you...

Deb

Tracy Jackson Birthday Blog Hop Order:

1. Michelle Single – http://wannastamp.blogspot.com

2. Teresa Jenkins - http://www.mamapickle.blogspot.com

3. Paula-Kay Bourland - http://digidesignsbypk.blogspot.com

4. Marie Bridgeman – http://www.cardmakingbird.blogspot.com

5. Dee Pritschet - http://deesdesigns.wordpress.com/

6. Nancy Kirk - http://www.seasidecreativity.com/

7. Michelle Singer – http://MyCreationTime.blogspot.com

8. Alicia McNamara - http://alicia-timetocreate.blogspot.com/

9. Peggy Marsh - http://thewiredangel.blogspot.com

10. Cheryl Alger - http://sassycheryls.blogspot.com/

11. Debra Miller <----- You are HERE

12. DDH Blog - http://theangelcompany.typepad.com/digi_design_house/

13. Viv - http://doggonecrazy-viv.blogspot.com/

14. Deb Mitchell - http://www.atouchofdeb.blogspot.com

15. Patricia Stewart - http://pattyandcharlie.blogspot.com

16. Karen Wray – http://www.vanillascraps.blogspot.com

17. Louise Forsyth – http://www.punknscrap.blogspot.com

18. Stephanie Serrano - http://stephaniesstampinspot.blogspot.com/

19. Julie Blakeman - http://julie-rainbowdays.blogspot.com/

DDH1 Challenge: Distressing ~ Week 1

2011-03-07T07:00:00.051-06:00

Ready for a Challenge?

Today is our very first challenge and Michelle is our hostess on the DDH blog. The challenge is distressing.

This distress challenge runs until Sunday, March 20 and you can play along! Make a card using a DDH image and show us your favorite distressing technique. You can link your card image on the main DDH blog and you will have the chance to win blog candy -- Vintage Garden Labels -- from DDH also!

I used DDH digi image Cherry Blossom Bird today for my card in this challenge.

I sponged and inked the edges of all the papers. I added v's in the papers to created more of a distressed look. The matted paper then was slit, inked the edges and rolled over the paper.

Supplies: TAC Winchester SWIC, cardstock and hardware; Copic Markers: BG72, BG75, BG78; YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97; V17; E31, E33, E35, E37, E09, 0; Inks: Palette Cognac and Burnt Umber

There will be a second post March 14th on the DDH blog with more distressed samples. I will be posting another card idea next Monday.

Won't you join us?!?

Be sure to visit all the DDH Dream Team Members blogs...

DDH Dream Team Members

Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

Blessings,

Deb

DDH "Dreams" Blog Hop

2011-03-01T07:00:00.007-06:00

Happy March!

Today is our 1st Digi Design House (DDH) Dream Team blog hop and the theme is "Follow Your Dreams".

I used Vintage Garden Labels. This is a great set - so versatile. I added the sentiment in Word before printing the image out on Copic paper.

Supplies -- The Angel Company Maggie Soar With It Collection (SWIC), cardstock and ribbon. Copic Markers: V01, V06, V09; YR21, YR23, YR24; YG93, YG95, YG97

Three mystery Design Team members will be giving away the Cool Chicks set from Digi Design House to a random commenter on their blog post. You have until 6:00PM CST on Thursday, March 3 to comment. At 6:01PM, the number of comments will be tallied, and the random number generator will do its magic to pick the winner. You don't know which team members have the candy, so make sure you comment on EACH stop in the hop. Additionally, all of the names of our faithful (those of you who comment on EVERY stop on the hop) will be put in a hat to draw an additional set! Oh yes, we are giving away FOUR FREE STAMP SETS!

Next stop on our hop Dee's blog.

Hope you enjoy the rest of the hop!

Blessings,

Deb

Full blog hop list...

DDH Home (Start Here)
Christine Pennington - Christine's Digi Designs
You are Here! --->Debra Miller - Cream City Angels

Dee Pritschet - Dee's Designs
Hannah Clark - Delightfully Distressing Designs
Mandi-Lee Klinger (Guest Designer) - Copic Me
Michelle Single (Coordinator) - Caffeine & Stamps
Nancy Kirk (Guest Designer) - Seaside Creativity
Paula-Kay Bourland - Digi Designs by Paula-Kay
Stephanie Serrano - Stephanie's Stampin Spot
Teresa Jenkins - Mama Pickle's Paper Creations
Tracy Jackson - Stamping Seasons

TAC Digi Design House

2011-02-16T17:27:00.008-06:00

Hello All,

The Angel Company recently opened an online digi site called Digi Design House or DDH for short. I am new to digi's maybe you are too. I had someone at my Copic Class ask...what is a digi? It is a digital image - you buy the file rather than the stamp. This gives you the ability to print multiples and scale the image. Plus, they are delivered to your inbox almost instantly, buy and create the same day!

So, I decided to buy a few and try my hand at creating this new way. The images on TAC's new site are retired sets - they picked some wonderful images. Ones I remember fondly and others that must have been before my time. They are offered in a sets like the original stamp set and each image is sent as separate file. I also got a custom watermark which I love!

Here are some of my creations using Budding Iris and Water Lilly. This iris is colored like the ones that grow in my backyard. I am SO ready for Spring.

Copics: YG93, YG95, YG97; B91; BV02, BV04; YR21, YR23, YR24

Bazzill papers: Lizard, Grape and Emma Cardstock
Other Stamps: TAC All Things of Nature (rubber not digi)

Next, water lilly...

Copics: YG93, 95, 97; B91; BV02, 04; YR21, 23, 24; E000

Bazzill: Raven, Amber

Is it Spring yet??

Hope you have a wonderful week.

Blessings,

Deb