WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 251 - DAWN'S "ALL ABOUT OCCASIONS" CHALLENGE

Hi Everyone! 
Well, getting closer to the Big Day, and hopefully you are taking time out for yourself.   

My Occasion is a birthday card for a friend , and I am so excited about this up and coming Stamp Set.   It will be available on January 3, 2020.   I have always admired these little creatures.   They are very lovable and are family orientated.    They always have a sentry who looks out for the rest of the family.  This stamp set also has a great sentiment ......"Happy birthday to a stand up friend".  Awesome!

And here we are.......

Closer View:

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  The Gang's All Meer
Cardstock:  Pool Party, Crumb Cake (Corrugated), dsp - from a stash of retired paper
Ink:  Blends - Light Crumb Cake (used for shading), Light Mossy Meadow, Light Old Olive, Light Soft Suede, Light Daffodil Delight, Light Real Red
Misc.: Stitched Nested Dies, Crimper

Aren't they the cutest!  It is a great Stamp set.   One that I will use a lot.   Even the little Geiko is cute!  I put a little bow on him!  Take some time and check out the Design Team's cards for inspiration and idea's for your card.    Go to WWC 251 for more delightful cards.   Have a great week everyone, and enjoy your family and friends at this time of year!   Heather and Pearl 😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 250 - HELEN'S FEMININE "ANYTHING GOES" CHALLENGE

Hello Everyone!
It's that busy time again, so make sure you take some time for yourself.   Drive around and look at the lights, or curl up for a half hour with hot chocolate, or take time to read a book, I know that you will be relaxed in no time.    💕

My card this week has been made special for a friend in the Okanagan.    She loves boots and shoes, so I made this one for her.
I have to apologize though for the color in the photo - it is faded, but hopefully you will see the beauty in it.

Closer View:

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stampset:  Dashing Deer (Sentiment Inside)
Cardstock:  Whisper White, Dsp - Snowflakes on a light blue paper, Sparkle Glitter Paper
Ink:  Pool Party
Misc.:  Christmas Boot (Tattered Lace), Detailed Deer (Corner Flourishes), Frosted Frames - Snowflakes (Inside Card)

Take some time to look at the Design Team's cards at WWC 250
They have made some beautiful cards to get us inspired to make our own.    Have a great week Everyone, and again, make sure you take time out for yourself.    Heather and Pearl  😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY - WWC248 - KATH'S MASCULINE "ANYTHING GOES" CHALLENGE - WATERCOOLER ROCK STAR!

Wow!   I am so thrilled to show this off.    What an Honor!   Thank You to the Design Team and to Kathy for selecting my card for the Watercooler Rock Star!


Hi Everyone!
I have been very busy making things for my Craft Fairs that I have been attending.   Thought I would share this card for all those "Fellows" out there.   I love this punch and stamp set - it is so versatile for all year round.   My 3 Moose are just taking a stroll through the woods and I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!  I used two different ground covers - rocks and the Hammered Metal embossing folder.   Both turned out great!

Closer View:  

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp set:  Merry Moose
Cardstock:  Whisper White, Kaisercraft "Let it Snow" Paper Pad,
Sparkle Glimmer Paper
Ink:  Light Soft Suede Blender, Basic Black
Misc.:  Moose Punch, Rhinestone, 3D Hammered Metal, Tinsel Ribbon

A very simple card to make, but "Oh" so neat!    Have a wonderful week Everyone!   Don't forget to stop by WWC 248 and
check out all the beautiful Designer Team's cards and the other participants in this Challenge.    
Heather and Pearl  😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 242 - MARSHA'S "ALL ABOUT OCCASIONS" CHALLENGE

Hi Everyone!
Happy Thanksgiving!   It is a beautiful Fall weekend here.   We have so much to be Thankful for.   🍂  My sister, Penny. is having our family over for dinner on Sunday.    I just love the family get togethers.    

My card for the Challenge though, is to celebrate Christmas!    This little guy is so sweet and cute.   He will definately bring a Smile to your face.   I cased this on Pinterest...not sure what animal he is, could not find a face and finally wound up stamping the eyes and nose from the fox stamp set that retired recently.   I also discovered that you can use the "Cookie Cutter Christmas" stamp set too.

I used two different plaid's as well.

Closer View:

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp sets:  Painted Harvest, More Merry Messages
Cardstock:  Cherry Cobbler, Garden Green, Whisper White, Plaid dsp
Ink:  Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Garden Green
Misc.:  Cherry Cobbler ribbon
Cased from Pinterest 

I just love this little guy.   I am having so much fun with "Painted Harvest".   I got it last year just before I moved and am just discovering this wonderful stamp set.   You can also make a Christmas Wreath with it.   So versatile!

Well, that is it for me this week .... don't forget to check out WWC 242.  There are so many ideas and lots of inspiration from the Design Team of Watercooler Wednesday Challenge.

Have a great Thanksgiving and take time to be "Thankful".    Leave some Turkey and Pumpkin Pie for me.  Yummm!
Heather and Pearl 😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC - 241- DAWN'S FEMININE "ANYTHING GOES" CHALLENGE

Hi Everyone!   Welcome to my blog!   The Challenge for this week is Feminine - Anything Goes and thought why not a Witch!   I have started making a few Halloween cards and thought this lady would work in quite nicely for the Challenge.

Inside View and Envelope:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Willow the Witch (Lavina), House of Haunts (retired)
Cardstock:  Basic Black, Whisper White, Purple
Ink:  Versa Mark, Black embossing powder, Tuxedo Black
Misc.: Rectangle Stitched Framelits, Black and Purple sticker sheets

When I embossed "Willow" on the purple card stock the purple turned kind of spooky looking - gave it a great look for Halloween.
    Have a fun week Everyone and stop by at WWC241 to see the beautiful cards made by the Design Team.   There is a lot of thought and inspiration for us card maker's.
Heather and Pearl  😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 240 - KATH'S "ALL ABOUT OCCASIONS" CHALLENGE

Hi Everyone,
We are definately into Fall here.   Cooler days and lots of rain.  I heard a rumor that "snow" was going to fall in the higher elevations.  I don't know about you, but I love the fall.   I am getting ready for a few Craft Fairs in the area, and have created a card and envelope folder that will make a great gift for someone.   There are "Thank You" cards and envelopes inside and the outside says " gather together & give thanks".  Such a beautiful sentiment.

Outside and Back View:

Inside View without cards and envelopes:

Floral Scalloped Edges:

Matching Cards and Envelopes:

Close Up View of Front:

Assorted Color Sets:

 Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Painted Harvest (Sentiment)
Cardstock:  Tangelo Twist, Hello Honey, Lost Lagoon, Tranquil Tide, Bird Ballad dsp
Ink:  Tuxedo Black
Misc.: Floral Punch, Sweet Sillouettes Die, Colorful Seasons Die (leaf),   Retired Ribbon, Bow from "Free Skate".
Cards and Envelopes came in a kit and I just added a small bow and sentiment that says "Thank You".

Project:  Card & Envelope Gift Folder
Measurements:  8 1/2 x 11 Cardstock
Score at 5 1/2 Lengthwise / Score at 5 1/2 Width
Ribbon:  20 inches
Front Panel:  1st layer: 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 
                      2nd layer: Any die cut or another layer of dsp or CS

Note:  An excellent way to use Retired CS and Ribbon

Well, there you have it!   A beautiful gift to make.   
Don't forget to check out the Design Team's beautiful cards and check out their blogs for how they made it.  Go to WWC 240 
Lots of inspiration!
Have a wonderful week!    Leave me some comments if you like this.   I really appreciate the time you have taken to leave them.  Thank you for stopping by!     Heather and Pearl  😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY - WWC239- HELEN'S MASCULINE "ANYTHING GOES" CHALLENGE

Hello Everyone!
Time for another Masculine "Anything Goes" challenge.   This time my card is for those "Classic Car Buffs".   This summer there were a lot of car shows throughout the Fraser Valley and I saw some beauties.   This one is for all you guys and gals who love to see the Classics!

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Geared Up Garage
Cardstock:  Basic Black, Crumb Cake. dsp - Decorer "Cars"
Ink:  Tuxedo Black
Misc.:  Stitched Nested Dies, Dimensionals

I fussy cut the cars and then added dimensionals between them before mounting them on the dsp.    Just imagine going for a spin in this beauty.   I love the color of the car too!   Don't forget to stop and check WWC 239 for more beautiful cards by the Design Team and other Challenger's.     Have a great week everyone!   
Heather and Pearl 😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 238 - TRISTAN'S "ALL ABOUT OCCASIONS" CHALLENGE - "i ROCKED THE WATERCOOLER!!!

My card was chosen by Helen one of the Design Team Ladies:

Helen's Rocker:  Heather's beautiful Autumn toned card features gorgeous leaves she has created with a great mix of colour, shape and texture. It was certainly worth trying out a new technique, Heather! Well done!

Thank you so much Helen!    This is truly an honor!

Hello there!
Well, I am starting my Fall/Autumn cards now.  Getting ready for a Craft Fair in October.    I played around with a new technique for the colors in Autumn leaves, and I think they came out pretty good.   Take a look at the following pictures:

Close Up of the color on the leaf

Inside View:

Supplies Used:

Stamp Set:  Colorful Seasons, Painted Harvest, Peace Within (retired)

Cardstock:  Olive Green, Chocolate Chip, dsp - Well Worn (retired), Glossy White

Ink:   Tuxedo Black, Re-inkers - Pumpkin Pie, Cherry Cobbler, Pineapple Punch, Garden Green re-inkers

Misc.:   Sponges, Colorful Seasons Thinlits Dies

Technique:  Gloss paper - drop reinker colors onto paper and sponge the ink to move it around, blending one color into the next.  Let dry, then use die cuts.

A very easy technique and lovely colors for your leaves.   Well that is all for this week's challenge - I hope you all go to WWC 238 to check out this week's Design Team cards and find your inspiration to create your own card.   Until next time, take care and enjoy yourself.     Heather and Pearl   😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 237 - MICHELLE'S "FEMININE ANYTHING GOES"

Hi Everyone!
Starting on my Christmas cards and loving this new Stamp and Die
set from the Holiday Catalogue!   What a beauty, and so many possibilities.    I just know you will love it.

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Free Skate
Cardstock:  Silver Foil Border on Whisper White, Studio Light Paper Pad dsp, Pink Glitter, Silver Foil
Ink:  Tuxedo Black
Misc.:  Stitched Shapes - Circle Die, Detailed Skate Die,  Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Glitter

And there you have it!    Don't forget to check out WWC 237
and all inspiration that the Design Team have made for you.   
Lots of ideas and great cards.    Have a wonderful week Everyone!
Heather & Pearl  😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY WWC 236 - HEIDI'S "ALL ABOUT OCCASIONS" CHALLENGE

Hi everyone!
Wow1  Labour Day Weekend!   We still have lots of nice days ahead, so get out and enjoy the beautiful weather.

My card today is for all those people who need a Smile!
I used the Daisy Punches mixed with Botanical Builder Frame-lits, along with Purple Posy cardstock.   I also learned a new Technique called "Flicking".   This was used on the petals to add to the depth and color on the petals.   You can see a couple fell off during the process!  😍

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Daisy Lane
Cardstock:  Purple Posy, Whisper White
Ink:  Garden Green, Purple Posy, Light and dark Highland Heather Blends
Misc.:  Large and small Daisy Punch, Botanical Builder Dies, Magnolia Die (Inside card), Dimensionals, Silver Faceted Gems

Well, that is it for this week, enjoy your Long Weekend!
Be sure to visit WWC236 for all the beautiful cards made by the Design Team.    I am sure you will find lots of inspiration for your card.  Bye for now, Heather and Pearl 😍😻

WATERCOOLER WEDNESDAY - WWC 235 - MARSHA'S MASCULINE " ANYTHING GOES" CHALLENGE

Hi there Everyone!
It is the Masculine Challenge again!   I am still loving the new "Sailing Home Stamp and Die set".   Went to a card retreat last week and made 7 different cards from this set.   So for the person that likes sailing (Man or Woman) this is one of the cards I made.

More Views:

Inside View:

Supplies Used:
Stamp Set:  Sailing Home
Cardstock:  Soft Suede, Balmy Blue, dsp from old stock
Ink:  Night of Navy
Misc.:  Smooth Sailing Dies, Embelishment & Baker's twine from Sailing Home Suite

As you can see it was a very easy card to make.   The dsp had a lot of different color's and I was able to make a seaside picture with the sailboat off in the distance and the lighthouse on the shoreline.

Don't forget to check out the Design Team's creations and be inspired to make your own "Masculine" card.   Go to WWC 235 for more ideas.    Thank you for visiting my blog!  
Have a great week and a Happy Summer!   Heather & Pearl 😍😻