Serene Grunge-Blog Candy

Life just does not slow down and the first thing to go when life is busy is my stamping time.   I have made some time to get some cards done...after all it is also my therapy to keep me sane LOL so it MUST not go away, it is the time to get them posted here that I am lacking.  So to reward those that have stuck around I would like to offer some blog candy.

The Challenge: In the comment section tell me why you appreciate handmade cards or gifts. (comments are set to approval by me, but I will get them posted as soon as I can!)

The Reward: 7 of my finished cards (of my choice).

Time Frame: Until Next Thursday (Feb 12th, 2015) at 12:00 CST

How to Win: Next Thursday I will use a random number generator to choose the winner.

Restrictions: Continental US only. 1 entry per person.

Can't wait to see what you have to say!

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Details:

Stamps: Work of Art, Gorgeous Grunge, Serene Silhouettes, Loving Thoughts (retired)

Paper: Early Espresso, Whisper White, Marina Mist

Paper Size: A2 4.25" x 5.5"

Ink: Early Espresso, Baked Brown Sugar, Marina Mist, Hello Honey

Accessories: Big Shot, Stylish Strips Embossing Folder, Baked Brown Sugar Thick Baker's Twine

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Grunge Birthday

I am always looking for ideas for cards that could be used for teens or tweens.  The Gorgeous grunge set is great for that.  You can use various colors and patterns and come out with fun cards.

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Details:

Stamps: Gorgeous Grunge, Brig on the Cake

Paper: Boy- Gumball Green, Early Espresso, Whisper White---Girl- Bermuda Bay, Early Espresso, Whisper White, Raspberry Ripple, Birthday Basics Designer Paper

Paper Size: A2 4.25" x 5.5"

Ink:  Boy- Gumball Green, Early Espresso, Summer Starfruit,---Girl-Bermuda Bay, Early Espresso, Gumball Green, Raspberry Ripple

Accessories: Big Shot, Bitty Banner Framelit, Early Espresso Baker's Twine, Clay, Flower Mold

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You're the Star

This is also a CASE.  It was from a site with foreign language (I believe it was German) but I was in a hurry and did not save the site so I cannot remember where the idea came from.  It was a fun and quick card, which is where stamping fits in my life right now.  We are still in full school mode and now soccer season plus trying to get ready for graduation and all the fun full summer activities....Some times I just need to stop and make a card to burn off some creative juices.  

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Details:

Stamps: Gorgeous Grunge, Express Yourself

Paper: Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake

Paper Size: A2 4.25" x 5.5"

Ink: Crumb Cake

Accessories: Big Shot, Stylish Stripes Embossing Folder, Merry Mini Punch Pack -Star #126882, Early Espresso Baker's Twine

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Candles

I spent a day working on some fun, easy cards that would not only help fill up my stock and be useful for just about any age but also help me use some of my scraps up.   I am not a big Designer paper user but I love to buy it.  So at the end of the year I end up with lots of paper I hurry to use up before they retire.

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Details:

Stamps: Bring on the Cake, Gorgeous Grunge

Paper: Polka Dot Parade DSP, Daffodil Delight, Basic Black, Whisper White

Paper Size: A2 4.25" x 5.5"

Ink: Daffodil Delight, Basic Black

Accessories: Bird Builder Punch (Wing for the flame)

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