Rubbernecker Father's Day Blog Hop

It's time for another Rubbernecker Stamps Blog Hop!  We're getting a head start on Father's Day. 

Here are all the important details:

OUR PRIZE:

A Stamp set of your choice!
Winner to be announced on the SS Blog 4/28 (1 week to hop).

HOP DETAILS:

Follow the route below
Leave some love at each stop
Go back to the Sisterhood Blog and let them know you have hopped.

BONUS ENTRY:

As a bonus we will draw an EXTRA winner for a STAMP SET of your choice, just for sharing our hop on your Facebook page or Blog!!

After you have shared, just go back to the Stampin' Sisterhood Blog and let us know where you have shared our hop.

Here's my take on the challenge.  Our dads have passed on so I created a card that I could use for any of the male members in our family.

I used real wood for the panels.  I chose a light wood because alot of the old "Woody's" had light paneling.  I added a layer of Crystal Effects over the entire car (except for the wood) to give it some extra shine.

I used the Blogger Sketch Challenge from Lisa Somerville's blog as my starting point.

I had to move the small side panel since my car is longer.  I flipped it on it's end too.  ;-)

Supplies:
Stamps - Rubbernecker Woody 567-01, Just Because 565-22
Paper - Bazzill Basics; My Mind's Eye Glitter Book (great guy stack!)
Ink - Memento Rich Cocoa; Copics, Copic Silver pen
Other - Martha Stewart border punch; brads; foam tape; Spellbinders square dies


Your next stop is Charlene Merrick (grab some M&M's for me while you're there, will you?)  Here's a list of the hop order in case you get lost along the way.  Be sure to leave a comment on each site to be eligible to win and thanks for spending some time with us!  Good Luck!

• Charlene Driggs (that's me!)
• Charlene Merrick
• Ellen Taylor
  Jacquie Peifer
• Jen Charboneau
• Jennifer Cuthbertson
• Joan Ervin
• Judy Rozema
• Julia Aston
• Karen Hunsaker
• Kecia Waters
• Kittie Caracciolo
• Stampin' Sisterhood

WOYWW150 - fluffy

It's Wednesday...already!  I've got a full day as it's my morning to tutor my little kindergarteners in reading but had to pop in quickly to wave hi to the ladies over at Julia's Stamping Ground and WOYWW150.

I've just finished a special order project I've not been given the liberty to share but it turned out soooo cute!  Do you ever hate to part with things you've made?

Those fluffy balls on my desk are some rolls of fringed tissue paper I just got in the mail.  I can't wait to use them but first I've got to get my card done for the Father's Day hop at Rubbernecker Stamps...there's a hint, maybe on my desk...unless I change my mind, of course.

I've got an April Showers coupon sale in my Etsy shop but just for a couple of weeks.....

Teapot Tuesday - Ham Radio

You must forgive me,  I couldn't help myself....this week's Teapot Tuesday Destination (MMTPT194) is Charles.  Charles is an ardent ham radio buff who has been diagnosed with cancer.  He had surgery a few days ago and is in need of some serious cheering up. 

When I saw this image, I just couldn't resist.  We were use the color brown, repeaters (brads), bands (twine) and letters.  The letters on the card mean, "How's my transmission?".  I hope this "ham" radio gives Charles the giggles.

;-)

Clean and Simple Monday - Magnolia Wishes

This week's CAS challenge on SCS (CAS166) is a sketch by DT member stampercamper.  Love this sketch!  You need to check out the CAS166 gallery to see all the variations of it to see how versatile it is.

Here's my take on the sketch.  I love this Rubbernecker sentiment because I think it works for everything from birthdays to Mother's Day to weddings.

The magnolia is made with a pear punch and a sun punch. The embossed panel is popped up with foam tape.

Supplies:

Stamps - Rubbernecker Beautiful Wishes (565-12) 

Paper - Neenah Classic Cream; Bazzill Basics Linen

Ink - Versafine black; PTI Chai; marker

Other - SU embossing die; pear punch, Cuttlebug leaf die; Poppy Stamps tendrils die; foam tape

some days you're the dog....

The Queen for the Day (QFTD108) over at SCS this week was none other than my Rubbernecker teamie, Charlene Merrick.   Charlene is an awesome creator and one of the newest members of the SCS, Dirty Dozen.

I tried to pick just one card to case from her fabulous gallery but I couldn't do it...she has too many!  Soooo, I decided to pick one of the images she uses alot in the adorable scene cards she creates...DOG from Rubbernecker Stamps and create my own little scene.

I just love this little guy and Charlene is the reason I own him.  She has done him in every color, including pink!  I computer generated my sentiment right on the cardstock, then built the scene around it.  I hope it's worthy of her day in the glittery sun.

Congratulations, Queen Charlene!!

Supplies:

Stamps - Rubbernecker Dog - 569-18; Papertrey Ink - Sun

Paper - Neenah; stash dp; Bazzill Basics

Ink - Memento, Copics

Other - fire hydrant die cut, cloud die from PTI, Poppy Stamps Grassland die, foam tape.

Operation Write Home - Make'em Laugh

                                     

May Arts has once again teamed up with the awesome folks at Operation Write Home (did you know they have a challenge blog now?!) and some other fine companies to support our troops through our craft.  The MA Team has come up with some fun cards to share so be sure to pop over to the blog for a few giggles and to see how YOU can participate in this worthy cause.  Just remember to keep your embellishments to a minimum so that extra postage isn't needed.


Here are the cards I've sent to Operation Home to hopefully bring a few smiles to our troops.

Stamps - Sentiment- Rubbernecker Stamps; Image - Whipper Snapper

May Arts Woven Burlap

                                                                     Stamps by Judith
                                                                 May Arts Burlap String  

You can find a list of the other companies participating in the hop on the May Arts blog.                            

Tuesday Trigger - Three Little Birds

I don't know a thing about the Bob Marley song that inspired this week's Moxie Fab World Tuesday Trigger, Three Little Birds, but I do know I love the understated colors in this giclee print.

                                         

Image Credit

Here's my take on it.  Not sure if I should ditch the leaves...?

Supplies:
Stamps - Hero Arts Merci Bouquet (almost used this cute bird!)
Paper - Stampin Up Silver; Neenah;  Papertrey Ink Smokey Shadow; Bazzill Basics - birds/layer
Ink - Stampin Up Craft White
Ohter - Poppy Stamps Nested Bird; May Arts satin leaves

Foodie Friday...it's 5:00 somewhere

Dessert is back on the table at our house. Whoopee!  Of course, I have trouble eating it now, (which might be a good thing) due to the braces but hubby is a happy camper.

I made a carrot cake for Easter which was happily shared with a few neighbors and yesterday, I made these yummy Peanut Butter cookies again.  Hubby had a contest at work and promised the winner 2 dozen of the cookie of their choice.   No flour in these so you gluten free dieters can enjoy these!

Yummo!

 How about a cool drinkt to wash down that cookie?  I played again with the Sparkle N Sprinkle sketch (SSNSC06) for this month with this cute set called Cocktails II.



I switched up the side shape once again and used more of my fave DCWV Citrus Stack (honestly, I think I need to go get some more of this...it's just perfect for summer creating!)

Did you know you you can win the stamp SET of your choice for playing along?  You can read the instructions for playing along here....come on...you've go plenty of time!

Supplies
Stamps - Sparkle N Sprinkle Cocktails II (417)
Paper - Neenah Cream; DCWV Citrus Stack
Ink - Menento; Copics
Other - SparklenSprinkle Glitter (Florida Beach G111); SNS embossing powder Winter Berry (EP411); Spellbinders Oval dies; Quickie glue pen; 1/4" Tear-ific Tape; sewing machine

May Arts/Creative Imaginations Blog Week - Japanese Carp Kite Tutorial

                              

It's my turn on the May Arts blog to bring you a project using the beautiful papers and embellishments from Creative Imaginations.  I have a beautiful and easy craft that you can do with your kids or as a fun party or springtime decoration.  There are giveaways every day just for commenting so head on over and tell the Ribbon Lady what you think!

WOYWW193 - a mess in progress

Guess what!?  Julia posted early!!  Woo,Hoo...that means if I type real fast, I'll be double digits instead of triple.  Will wonders never cease?

I grabbed my camera real quick and snapped a shot of a DT project in process...can't let you see too close yet but I'm hoping it will be a good one...Tune in next week to find out.

Well, there's the phone!  I'll be looking for it tomorrow. 

I got braces on my teeth today...yep, over 60 and braces.  I figure my granddaughter and I will be in them at the same time so we can console one another.  I was tempted to ask for a colored ones but chickened out and got the clear ones instead.  Eating is a pain and downright ugly when salad gets stuck in there.  LOL

Be sure to head over to the Stamping Ground to see what's on the crafty desks around the globe.  Be sure to wave hi to Julia while you're there.

Teapot Tuesday Card Patterns Sketch - It's a hummer

This week's Teapot Tuesday challenge is a personal one.  Our destination is my neighbor and my friend, Barbara Bryan.  Barbara is also the mother of my dear friend, Patty.  Barbara is a vibrant, beautiful, southern Lady.  She is all at once, strong and gentle, elegant and down to earth and next month she will be 85 years old. 

Barbara had a very big blockage in her heart so she went in for open heart surgery which in itself is a big deal.  Her lung was knicked or punctured while the breathing tube was being inserted which has caused some very big complications.  During surgery to clear her airway from that, she had a stroke.  Right now, her R leg is paralyzed but she can move her arms.

Barbara is orginally from N. Carolina and loves hummingbirds and dogwoods and she LOVES cards so our challenge is to send Barbara some get well wishes featuring the things she loves.  I used my beautiful hummer from Sparkle N Sprinkle set 451 Hummingbirds and Flowers. 

I used Card Patterns Sketch 160  as my starting point. I layered both the flower and the hummingbird and stamped the remaining part of the sentiment on the interior of the card.   

Supplies:

Stamps - Sparkle N Sprinkle set 451 available individually (Caliope Hummingbird) , Hibiscus Flower 

Ink - Memento; Copic Markers; Versafine Sepia

Paper - Neenah; Basic Grey Euphoria, Bazzill shimmer

Other - Spellbinders Oval and Lacey Oval dies; metallic paint; SparkleNSprinkle Glitter - Blue Jewel G1113, Pretty Princess G1109, Bubblegum G1088; sewing machine, distressing tool; pearl trim; foam tape; corner rounder;                          

Clean and Simple Monday - Scallops

This week's SCS Clean and Simple Challenge is Scallops.  (CAS165)  I had my  favorite DCWV Citrus Stack out for another project...again! (I really think I'm going to have to buy another one!), so I decided to just go with it. I think the Citrus Stacks are the most fun, summery papers/cardstocks packs out there.

I can't decide whether or not cut that bit of white off the bottom and I'm thinking of adding a small banner sentiment later when I have an occasion to send it....what do you think? 

Supplies:

Paper - Neenah; DCWV Citrus Stack

Other - Martha Stewart punch

Sweet Treats

May Arts and the Ribbon Lady have some Sweet Treats for you this weekend...head to the blog to find out how to get some.

Wishing everyone a very Blessed and Happy Easter.          

He is Risen!

May Arts - Ring Bearer Pillow

Ah...Spring..flowers are blooming, birds are singing, the sky is blue and love is in the air.  We have a couple of family weddings on the horizon so my thoughts have been on all things wedding inspired.   I love to see the little flower girls and ring bearers marching down the aisle bearing their precious gifts for the bride and groom.

Today on the May Arts blog, I've got a tutorial for you to make this elegant pillow for the ring bearer to carry down the aisle.    Pop over and tell me what you think.

Here comes the bride!

Old Guys Rule

It's time for the monthly sketch challenge SSNSC06 over at the Sparkle N Sprinkle Blog. 

I decided to flip the sketch to landscape and took the liberty enlarging the circle to make it my focal point...I mean, like, this old guy is a big dude and that small circle just wouldn't hold him.  ;-)

I used my favorite DCWV Citrus Stack, a bit of wavy stitching and that bendy ruler I showed you in my WOYWW post was used to create the wavy border panel.  I even gave him a bit of sun burn.  LOL

It was really warm here today...pushing 90 so a cool dip in the pool was my inspiration. (Ours is too cool for me still...brrrr)

For those of you who made a guess as to which one was me in the WOYWW post yesterday....well, you were all wrong.  I'm the one on the R with the gigantic forehead.  Thanks, Dad...and yes, I still have it and keep it well covered up with bangs.

Thanks for stopping by...I appreciate your comments.

Supply List

Stamps - 351 Summer Sun, The Good Life-1856 -351H, 456 Surfin Woody, 3595-456A (sentiment)

Paper - DCWV Citrus Cardstack; Neenah; Xpress It

Ink - Memento Black; Copics

Other - SNS glitter Lemonade G1091S, Waterfall G1071, Rosy Red G1036; Quickie Glue pen; Spellbinders Circle, Scalloped Circle dies; sewing machine; bendable ruler

WOYWW148 -bits of a project

It's WOYWW148 over at Julia's Stamping Ground.   I'm back to my normal place among the triple digits.  I should have stayed up as I tossed and turned for about 3 hours until sleep arrived.

There's a bit of action this week.  I've got some glittery strips drying and the beginnings of a watery project underway.  Intrigued?  See that red wavy thingy...it's a sewing ruler that can get all bendy and it's great for creating hills, valleys and waves.  A bit pricey unless you use a coupon but it's worth getting a coupon from JoAnn's and picking one up.  The b/w photo is a  copy of a vintage one of my sister and I.  Can you guess which one is me? 

Be sure to peek in on the crafty desks all over the world.  You never know what treasures you might find in  process.

Twofer Tuesday - Teapot Tuesday & Rubbernecker Tuesday Team Blog

Goodness, I didn't have time to do a CAS card yesterday because I have a big order to get out PDQ..I do have a Teapot Tuesday card for you though.  This week is a color challenge - pink, silver and black.  Our cards are going to Alix in Toronto.  She's a young and beautiful attorney whose husband sent her a text to tell her he was leaving...now, I've heard of cowards but that takes the cake.

At any rate, we were to bring elegant cards and a dog in honor of Alix's dog, Dexter.  I used the sketch from Card Patterns CPS159.  I happened to have a silver dog charm in my stash so he's hiding in the ribbon.

Supplies:

Stamps - $1 bin Michael's

Ink- Versamark

Paper - Neenah, Making Memories, PTI, silver from stash

Other - Sparkle N Sprinkle Silver detail EP; May Arts Silk Ribbon, dog charm, paper rose, Spellbinders lacey oval, oval dies

It's also my turn to host on the Rubbernecker Stampin' Sisterhood blog.  I've got a cute and quick little notebook project for you that's great for little gifts to keep on hand for unexpected occasions.

Here's a peek.

I'll see on the Stampin' Sisterhood blog for the rest.

It's Rubbernecker Sisterhood Sunday and Winner Day!

Happy Palm Sunday!  I love this time of year.  It's time for a renewal of our faith and our spirits.  I pray that your hearts are renewed as well.

Springtime is also a happy time and happy time it is for you Rubbernecker Stampin' Sisterhood Blog hoppers because we have TWO winners.  Congratulations to:

                                      

Blog Hop Winner - April

 and

Bonus Winner - Dotty A Designs

You can find out how to claim your prize HERE on the Stampin Sisterhood Blog.  Thanks to everyone who hopped along with us.

 

There's more fun on the SS blog this week as well.  It's time for the Sisterhood Sunday Challenge.  This week we've got a sketch challenge for you. 

Here's my take on sketch:

This is Chip...I think he's adorable and paired with this cute sentiment, he works for an anytime thank you as well as an Easter theme.

Supplies:

Stamps - Chip (31-04), Good Egg Text (25-05)
Paper - Neenah; Papertrey Pure Poppy; Stampin Up So Saffron; October Afternoon Sidewalks
Ink - Memento; Copics
Other: Sewing machine; Spellbinders Circle/Scalloped Circle dies; Papertrey banner die; brads

A Card for Quincy -CPS158

My little friend (she's almost 2), Quincy, took a tumble off a slide and has a possible broken arm.  They won't know for sure until the swelling goes down.  Poor baby!  I thought a personalized card of her very own was in order.

I used Card Patterns Sketch 158

and this sweet image from Pure Innocence.  I computer generated Quincy's name.  Hope it brightens her day a bit.

Supplies

Paper - Neenah; PTI; Crate Paper Emma's Shop

Ink - Memento; Copics

Other - May Arts Twisted Rope; sewing machine, paper doily, buttons, Spellbinders wavy rectangle