Sweet 'n Sassy Purrfect Friend - Simon Says Let's Go to the Movies

My card today features Purrfect Friend from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. This is a long post because I actually have two cards to show. The story of how I came up with these two cards is tied together, and the rest of the story will be continued below.


Stamps: Purrfect Friend (SNSS)
Paper: DCWV, Chocolate Chip and Pacific Point (SU!)
Ink: Ink Jet, Copics (Ws)
Accessories: Ribbon, Prima's, Sizzix die, Spellbinders Scallop Circle, Curly Label Punch, Sewing Machine, paper piercing tool, flat-back pearls, cuttlebug embossing folder


I had my first experience trying to stitch a circle. Not as easy as it would seem. I first try a zigzag stitch, but that did not work at all. I ended up pulling it out. Then I was left with a zigzag piercing pattern on my colored image. Always resourceful and hating to waste anything, I decided to go with it and textured the paper with my piercing tool. I went ahead and sewed it again with a straight stitch which worked better, though still tricky. I like the final effect. I also added some tiny flat-back pearls to make a collar for my kitty.


When I was working with the paper, I loved the dots down the side of the papers. I decided to punch out the holes and lace up the papers. I really love the effect.

To balance the card, I used my Sizzix die to cut a vine and added some Prima's and flat-back pearls. It provided a nice balance of white on the card.

I carried the lace-it-up idea to the inside of the card.

Now for the rest of the story...

This is the image I originally intended to use on my card...

...however, there was no way to place the image on the card without covering up the lace. I finally decided to redesign and came up with the card above. Then, I was left with this completed image. The idea was inspired by the Simon Says Challenge - Let's Go to the Movies. My idea was to create the Aristocats. I looked up pictures of the cats and colored mine based on the ones from the Disney movie. So, like I said, I started over, and here is what I came up with...

Stamps: Purrfect Friend
Paper: Chocolate Chip (SU!), DCWV
Ink: Ink jet, Prismacolor Pencils
Accessories: Sizzix die cut, DMC floss, Branch punch, Prima's flowers, Copics Airbrush System, Build-a-Brad, Vintage brads.

Since I had already completed my image, the card came together very quickly. The one challenge I had was finding the right flowers. I finally chose some white Prima's and colored them with my Copics Airbrush System. I finished off my flower with a Build-a-Brad and a piece of my DCWV paper that matched the frames.

The great thing is, this will be a perfect card for our friends' soon to be 7-year-old daughter who just LOVES kitties. I can't wait to send it to her.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope you have a great day!

Magnolia Highlites - Pretty in Pink

I am submitting this card for the Magnolia-licious Pretty in Pink Challenge and Blog Hop.

Stamps: Tilda with Dalecarlia Biggin, Park/Pond
Paper: Always Artichoke, Simiplicity (that I got from Embellish-It)
Ink: Memento, Copics
Embellishments Lace, Prima Flowers, Transparency, Sizzix die cut


In this picture, you can see the shine from the transparency a little better. I used a texture plate and dry embossed the transparency. It is easier to see this effect in person.


I sewed lace on the inside of the frame with the transparency to give it more of a window effect.

I used a die cut and Prima's flowers down the side and across the top of the card.

So, there is not really a great place for a sentiment, but you could do something fun around the edge (an after thought).

If you haven't already, check out the blog hop at Magnolia-licious Highlites. I hope you have a great week.



Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Simon Says Challenge - Shabby Chic

I created this for the Simon Says Challenge - Shabby Chic.

What is shabby chic you ask? Shabby Chic is "showing signs of wear and tear, distressing, whites, worn or bleached out pastels, rustic" (courtesy of Wikipedia !!).

So, I did shabby chic Western. Here is my card...


Stamps: Tilda with Horse Halter, Horse (both Magnolia), Rustic Wood Frame (All Night Media)
Paper: All Papers Stampin' Up! (retired)
Ink: Memento, Distress Ink Water Coloring
Embellishments: Prima's, Dew Drops, Twine, Jumbo Eyelet, Distress Tool, Doilie


What says shabby chic better than distress ink. I used distress ink to watercolor my image.

I used my distressing tool to distress the edges of the papers, and used distress ink to add some browns to make them "shabbier."


I used the distress ink to add some brown to the flowers to age them as well.


I added some twine and a jumbo eyelet to carry over the western theme. The background circle is a doilie. I used a stain and distress ink to age it.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!


Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Sketch Saturday #78

Oops, I am a bit late. However, I created this card for Sketch Saturday #78, so figured I would share anyway.

The sketch that was provided was...

...and here is my card...

I used Cookie Girl by Whiff of Joy. I colored her with Prismacolor Pencils and mineral spirits. The designer paper is Figgy Pudding by Basic Grey. JOY was created with Martha Stewart letter stamps.
I wanted to play some more with the 3-D images. It is sort of hard to see in the picture, but you can see the shadows from the layers.
The flower is Prima's Poinsettia and an extra rose to top it off. The base is created with the Martha Stewart Branch punch and a leaf punch. I added a candy cane charm from my stash.

Thanks for stopping by. I hope you have a fantastic weekend.



Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Magnolia-licious Highlites Blog Hop Challenge

Magnolia-licious Highlites had a great blog hop this week. As part of the blog hop, they challenged their fans to make a card using accessory stamps only (no Tilda, Edwin, large animals or Snowmen). I hope my small bird works as an accessory.

Here is my card...

Stamps: So Heavenly Dove (Magnolia), Refuge and Strength (Stampin' Up!)

Ink: Memento brown, Copics, Creamy Caramel, Bordering Blue

Paper: SU! Creamy Caramel, Bordering Blue, Classic K Bailey (K&Co)

Embellishments: Prima’s, Button, Leaf punch (EK Success), Branch Punch (Martha Stewart), lace from stash.

I stamped the dove with brown memento on Creamy Caramel card stock and colored with Copics.

I fear it may be sacrilegious, but I purchased an old hymnal from thrift shop to use on my cards. I tore a hymn from the hymnal, tore the edges, burned the edges, and then sponged Creamy Caramel ink on the paper to age it. Honestly, no disrespect is meant but rather a blessing of song to the recipient of the card.

I distressed the edges and added Prima's with leaves to add to the vintage/elegant feel.

Go check out the blog hop from Magnolia-licious Highlites. They have some beautiful cards and great ideas.

Have a great week.


Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Christmas All Year Long; BC109 - Christmas in July; Magnolialicious Highlites Sketch Challenge

My card today is for the Blogger's Challenge #109 - Christmas In July. I decided to use the sketch for Magnolia-licious Highlites for this Christmas card. This is also my July Christmas card for my Christmas All Year Long monthly posts. I am a day early on this Christmas card. I am making up for being late in the past.


I used an image that I received in the image chain for Magnolia-licious. You might think an image chain keeps you from needing to buy stamps, but it actually has the opposite effect. Once you use the image, you sort of feel the need to have that stamp.

I am short on time this week, so I will come back at a later date to give more details, but did not want to delay the post, so I included some closeup pictures to include more detail.






Have a great weekend!


Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Sketch Saturday #59/The Next Level #6

I love the sketch this week for Sketch Saturday. I had so much fun making this card, and I love the way it turned out. I incorporated The Next Level Challenge which was to add buttons and bows.

Here is the sketch...

and here is my card...


Stamps: Stylish Tilda (Magnolia), Graceful Words (Stampin' Up!)

Ink: Memento, Copics, Rich Razzleberry

Paper: Rich Razzleberry, Designer Paper from Stash (paper pack I found at Hobby Lobby)

Embellishments: Prima’s, half pearl, heart button, linen thread organza ribbon,

I have been busy in my craft room this weekend, so check back soon!


Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Magnolia-licious Highlites Challenge

I made this project for the Magnolia-licious Highlites Blog Hop Challenge. The challenge was to make a Post-It Note Holder and gift box using directions from Bridget Owens. You can get the directions here.

Stamps: Tilda With Lamb (Magnolia)
Ink: Memento, Copics
Paper: Tracy Porter pack (Colorbok), Certainly Celery (Stampin' Up!)
Embellishments: Prima’s, rhinestone brads, Cuttlebug embossing folder, Spellbiners scallop circle nestabilities, purple trim from Walmart, large circle brads.
The timing of this project was perfect. My very dear friend has a birthday today. I did not know it was her birthday until our group meeting last night. However, I had brought this project to show, and was able to give it to her for her birthday. So, HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRENDA!

One thing I have seen others do that I really like is changing the layout for the Post-It Holder and the Gift Box. I ended up using the same layout for both, but really like the ones that are similar but different. Oh well, next time.

These are the Copics I used to color Tilda.

Keep your fingers crossed for me that I get the Magnolia-licious prize. Have a great Tuesday!

Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Blogger's Challenge 102 - Summertime/Embellish-online.com Sumthin' Bout Summertime!

Here is my card for the Blogger's Challenge #102 - Summertime. This is also the card I made with Embellish-online.com's blog hop that went from Monday through Wednesday, called Sumthin' Bout Summertime.


Stamps: Sarah Kay "Time for Apple Pie", Tart and Tangy (SU!), Best Yet (SU!)
Ink: Memento, Copics, Old Olive, Rose Red, Copics Spica pens
Paper: Rose Red, Old Olive, Summer Picnic DSP (Stampin' Up!), Sweet (DCWV)
Embellishments: Prima’s, Martha Stewart Branch Punch, Making Memories Sherbet large flower brad, rub-on (Stampin' Up!)

After stamping the apple in Rose Red and Garden Green (for the stem), I colored over the images with Spica Glitter pens. It is usually pretty hard to catch the shine in a picture, but I thought the picture above captured it pretty well.

I used a rub-on on the brad to add a little bit more to the flower.

These are the Copics I used to color Sarah Kay. I should note that I did not have a good blend for R29 for the bonnet and dress, so I used my C1 and C3 grays to add some depth.

I have been busy, busy making projects, so check back soon for more projects.

Have a good weekend.

Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO

Roses on Paper Challenge 13

The Roses on Paper Challenge from June 2 through June 14 is to use the colors Pink, Yellow and Green. Here is my take on the challenge...

Stamps: Magnolia (Ballet Shoes and Tilda)
Ink: Memento, Copics, Spica Glitter Pens
Paper: Paper Pizazz Girls to Women (designer paper, frame, and "Dream"), DCWV textured card stock
Embellishments: Prima’s, Ice Circle Brad, pink gems, eyelet, pink DMC floss
Other notes: I made the frame out of a border that came in the Paper Pizazz Girls to Women pack.

The picture does not show it as well as it could, but I used the Spica Glitter Pens to add some bling to the skirt and the bow.

I got the Prima Hydrangea flowers from Roses on Paper. Summer has a wonderful assortment of Prima's (and Magnolias too).

I stamped, colored, and cut out the ballet shoes as an embellishment.

I still have not finished my Sumthin' Bout Summertime card, but check back Friday as I plan to post it for the Friday Blogger's Challenge (with the theme also Summertime).

Have a great Thursday!

Julie Glasgow
Durango, CO