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6 Apr 2009

April’s Challenge is to go simple.

by Krista | posted in: Cards | 4

Hello everyone! It’s time for April’s challenge.This month I’d like you to go simple. You may only use one piece of patterned paper and one piece of cardstock on your card or layout base. Any other things you add must … Continued

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25 Mar 2009

I’m not doing so great at this, am I?

by Krista | posted in: Layouts | 1

I promised bi-weekly challenges. Well, I’ve failed at the bi-weekly part. Maybe because I’m not getting much of a response on them. I guess that happens when you’re just starting. I think I’m going to do challenges once a month, … Continued

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7 Mar 2009

Need some birthday cards?

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Workshops | 6

Here’s your chance to make some. I will be hosting a birthday card workshop at my home. Make 5 different cards, 3 copies of each, for $20. As you can see in the photo below, there are cards for all … Continued

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26 Feb 2009

Next challenge, a little late.

by Krista | posted in: Layouts | 3

I have to apologize for this one being a little late. Things have been crazy around here and now I’m even battling a bad cold.Here’s your next challenge. This one is for card-makers, scrapbookers or those who love altered items. … Continued

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17 Feb 2009

Looking for 9×9 inspiration?

by Krista | | 2

Here are some photos of an accordian album I made to go into the care package my women’s Bible Study group made for the missionary family we support. I used CTMH’s rub-ons, Big Pinks, Key to My Heart stamp set, … Continued

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10 Feb 2009

Some non-traditional valentines to get you started.

by Krista | posted in: Cards | 2

Here is one that I will be making at a gathering on Thursday. Yes, those are googly eyes! This card was made with CTMH’s Whoo Loves You stamp set. I love it and am so excited to finally make a … Continued

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9 Feb 2009

And the winner is…

by Krista | | 1

My first challenge has a winner! My aunt, Anna Luke, made this beautiful card. She has won an Edge Distresser! This great little tool makes it easy and safe to add that rough look to the edges of any paper. … Continued

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27 Jan 2009

Some of my most recent artwork.

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Layouts | 4

Hey there, everyone. Just so you don’t get your hopes up, I won’t be posting every other day or something like that. I will definitely post a challenge every two weeks and then any time the inspiration hits or I … Continued

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25 Jan 2009

Your first challenge!

by Krista | posted in: Cards | 4

Thank you for coming to visit my brand new blog! I hope that you’ll enjoy my challenges and be inspired to learn and create.So here is your first challenge:Create a card with these three colours: Crystal Blue, Buttercup and Desert … Continued

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I had fun during Technique Tuesday this week! Her I had fun during Technique Tuesday this week!  Here is what I did with the piece I created during the live.  I cut it down just a bit and used Pearl paper and Black Ore paper for the sentiment.  Want to know how I made that colourful piece?  Click my link tree in my profile and click on over to YouTube. 
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