Linda's works of Heart

Bezel Necklace - Spellbinders

Hello there, hope all is well with you.  Today I have a quick post to share with you which was fun, however took longer than usual to create because I haven't been home, but finally finished it today :)

I enjoy working with Polymer Clay, Susan Lenart Kazmer Bezels/Ice Resin, Spellbinders die templates, M-Bossabilities Folders,  and for this project I added another element... Alcohol Inks.  I really like the look/effect you can achieve using them with clay, I hope you do too.  This is my first attempt at shaping wire, I'm OK with the result, even though it was outside my comfort zone, however I wanted to add the extra element to the bezel.  For some reason this year I enjoy pushing myself, creating things I would've never thought about using in the past.  I love Spellbinders new theme"Explore Beyond".

That's it for me today,  remember you can click on the pictures for a closer look, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤

 

 

 

 

Supplies used: 

Inks: Caramel, Cranberry, Stream Alcohol Ink and Alcohol Blending Solution.

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®, Hobnail Bezels Rectangles Two LG, Rectangles Two Die Templates #3, Reverence M-Bossabilities™ Folder.

NOTE: You can also find some Bezels, Die Templates and Embossing Folders at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 

Misc.:  ICE Resin - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  18 & 22 gauge wire, jump rings, gold chain, Polymer Clay, Bead were purchased from a combination of: Hobby Lobby, Joann's, Fire Mountain Gems, and Auntie's Beads.  

Little Basket

I hope all of you had a wonderful Easter Sunday with family and friends.  As for our family, we had a great day. Tammy had a get together at her house, and they played horseshoes, volleyball, and baseball just to name a few.  But most of all, everybody enjoyed watching the little ones, and being together.  Tammy watched from her wheelchair, but still enjoyed being with everybody.  We have so much to be thankful for. 

Today's project took a few days to complete, mostly because I've been away from the house, spending time with the kids.  For this basket I used the same template I used for this project here, but instead of keeping it as it was I used Spellbinders die templates to change it up a little.  I didn't finish it the way I wanted to because I run out of time, but maybe I will revisit this project sometime in the future so I can finish it the way I had envisioned :)  I also made the little bracelet...  yep! I used a mandrel and wrapped 18 gauge wire around it, then cut each individual jump ring.  After I finished making the jump rings I made the bracelet using the Open Round Chainmail pattern/technique.  I had so much fun making this project, (bracelet) but through the process I learned that having GOOD wire cutters is a must, and next time I won't use 18 gauge wire.  As much as I like the finished piece, I think the wire is a little to thick.

That's it for me today,  remember you can click on the pictures for a closer look, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤

 

Supplies used: 

Cardstock:  Very Vanilla - Stampin' Up!

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®, Basic Lattice Shapeabilities®, Labels Four #5 & #6, Grand Labels Four #1 Nestabilities®.

Misc.: Prima Flowers, Cream Seam Binding - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 18 Gague Wire, Beads, Rondells Beads, Wire Cutters,  Mandrel and Findings were purchased from a combination of: Hobby Lobby, Joann's, Fire Mountain Gems, and Auntie's Beads.  

 

Cherish

Hello again, today I'm back with a quick post to share.  I have one more project to complete before the end of the month... tomorrow eek!  Instead of using designer cardstock, I used JustRite's beautiful Floral Flourishes Background stamp, and different Distress Inks to create my card layers.  Please forgive me, but I didn't keep track of the Copic Markers I used.

That's it for me today, but i will be back tomorrow.  Remember you can click on the pictures for a closer look, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤

Supplies used:

Stamps: JustRite Botanical Medallions and Banners, Floral Flourishes Background Stamp - The Stamp Simply Ribbon.

Cardstock: Very Vanilla - Stampin' Up!

Stamp Pads: Vintage Photo, Stormy Sky, Antique Linen, Victorian Velvet, Bundled Sage Distress Ink - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Ribbon: Cream Seam Binding, Lace - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®, Classic Edges Two, Classic Decorative Inserts Three Edgeabilities®, Curved Rectangles #3, 5x7 Matting Basics "B" #1, #6 & #7, Classic Ovals SM #4 Nestabilities®.

Misc.: Prima Flowers, Mulberry Rose Leaves, 4" Paper Doilies - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Sponge, Tape, Foam Tape, Copic Markers.

 

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Sea Breeze

Hi everybody, hope all is well with you, thanks for all of your well wishes for my daughter Tammy, she is doing better.  She has a new cast on her hand, but found out she has one chipped, and compressed disk in her back.   She has difficulty getting around, and still very sore, but fortunately family and friends get her anything she needs, and keep her as comfortable as possible.  I showed her all of your comments/emails, and she was truly touched, thank you again  :)

Today I have another project that is outside my comfort zone, but as mentioned before I love that part of the creative process.  To create this pattern I used Gold Metallic Polymer Clay and Spellbinders So Trendy M-Bossabilities folder to do the Mica Shift Technique.  I purchased a wonderful tutorial on Etsy from Lynda Moseley showing how to create this look with clay, and followed every step.  I added a couple of steps of my own at the end as follows:  I used Susan Lenart Kazmer's new ICED Enamels®  (love this product) and sprinkled it on the Polymer Clay, then a thin layer of ICE Resin®, and let dry.  After drying, I added glass glitter, and more ICE Resin, and let that dry.  In Lynda's tutorial she doesn't use resin, however I wanted to create a dome look, which  you can achieve with resin. 

Here is a wonderful video showing you how to use the ICED Enamels.

How to Use ICED Enamels

 

I wanted to mention that in the video they are working with metal, but my project is made with Polymer Clay.  When using the heat gun don't let the heat stay in one place very long, it  can burn or warp your clay.  Please remember that the surface will be very hot regardless if its metal or clay, so let it sit for a few minutes before touching.

That's it for me today, remember you can click on the pictures for a closer look, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplies used: 

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®,  So Trendy M-Bossabilities™, Rectangles One LG Hobnail Bezel, Rectangles One #3 Die Template.

Misc.: Beads, Pearls, Wire, Chain, Tools, Headpins were purchased from a combination of: Hobby Lobby, Joann's, Fire Mountain Gems, and Auntie's Beads.  ICE Resin®, Turquoise Relique, Chartreuse Relique ICED Enamels® Gold Polymer Clay.

Pears & Sunflowers

Hi everyone, Graphic 45 French Country paper collection is stunning, the colors are beautiful.  Some of the paper in this collection has sunflowers and pears in the pattern, and that's where the inspiration for today's card came from, plus, it gave me the opportunity to use Spellbinders Nested Pears Nestabilities. I used a dry brush technique to color the pears with Distress Inks, and I'm thrilled with the way they turned out :)  The sunflower has four circles layered in the center that were crumbled up to add texture, and Antique White Acrylic paint was brushed over the edges, and finished with Flower Soft. 

Our oldest daughter Tammy and her husband have Harley Davidson Motorcycles, and often ride them to Pismo Beach for a quick get-away, which is what they did last week.   They wanted to start home Thursday but due to high winds (50+ mph), they decided to stay an extra day, and start home on Friday. On Friday the winds had calmed, and not as bad as they were the day before, so they started home.  They were taking their time, and almost out of the hills, when a big gust of wind pushed my daughter's motorcycle completely off the road, down a 20 ft. embankment.  My son-in-law noticed what had happened in his rear view mirror, and turned around to get back and help Tammy. The car behind her, thank goodness stopped to help her.  The good thing is she went one way, and her motorcycle went the other.  They said she went air born for about 30 ft. and slid down a grassy hill side for about 80 ft.  She had her protective gear on, leathers and helmet, that probably saved her life.  Although she suffers with a very sore back, broken bone in her hand, cuts and bruises she is alive, and for that we are very thankful.  We told her that God was truly with her, and that he's not finished with her yet.   We were told nobody walks away from an accident like that, but she did and for that we are thankful.

That's it for me today.  Remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤ 

 

 

Supplies used: 

Cardstock: Graphic 45 French Country 6x6 Patterns & Solids, French Country 8x8 Paper Pad - The Stamp SImply Ribbon Store.  Summer Sun, Always Artichoke, Handsome Hunter, Chocolate Chip - Stampin' Up!  NOTE:  The Stampin' Up! cardstock I have is very old, the names could have changed, or may no longer be available. 

Stamp Pads: Wild Honey, Barn Door, Fired Brick, Crushed Olive Distress Inks -  The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Ribbon: May Arts 5/8" Ivory Lace - The Stamp SImply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®, Standard Circles SM #1, A2 Distressed Edges #3, A2 Floral Ribbon Threader, A2 Curved Matting Basics "B" #7, A2 Curved Matting Basics "A" #7 Nestabilities®, Nested Pears #1, Jewel Flowers and Flourishes Shapeabilities®.

Misc.: Antique White Acrylic Paint, Small Drybrush Brush, Autumn Flower Soft, E-6000 Glue, Tape, Foam Tape.

 

 

Mom

I hope things are well with all of you today :)  as for us, we are getting ready for Spring/Summer at our house.  Although it was a little cloudy and cooler here today, it was still nice enough to go outside.  With summer just around the corner we are looking forward to spending time at the houseboat with family and friends.  Living in California,  being on the water helps make our summer days of 100+˚ much easier to deal with. 

My puppy Missy is doing so much better, I'm not sure she will ever be 100% again, but she's much more alert, eating all of her food, and can move around on her own.  Compared to where she was a few days ago... this is all good.  Missy is the oldest of my two Papillons, but holds a special place in my heart.  I think I mentioned it on my blog a few years ago, but for those that don't know, I rescued Missy from a horrible situation.  It took a few years for her to learn not everybody in this world is cruel, she's like my shadow, follows me everywhere, and can't get close enough.  When she looks up at me with those big brown eyes...  well, I give in :)  Thanks again for your sweet thoughts and comments ;)

I enjoyed making today's card because I was able to use my Copic Markers, which I haven't used in a long, long time.  This image (darling) reminded me of my oldest granddaughter when she was little.  She always had pigtails, and wore boots LOL!  The rest of the card has layers with beautiful paper, pretty ribbon and flowers.

That's it for me today.  Remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤ 

 

 

Stamps: Penny Black Her Heart, JustRite Papercraft Vintage Rose Medallions - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Prima Hello Pastel A4 Paper Pad - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. White.

Ribbon: Hello Pastel Seam Binding Sampler, Mary Arts Crochet Lace - The Stamp SImply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®, Grand Rectangles #3, Opulent Ovals, Grand Ovals #1 Nestabilities®

Misc.:  Prima Interlude Pink Flowers - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  Glue Dots, Foam Tape, E-6000 Glue. Copic Markers R20 Blush, RV11 Pale Purple, V12 Pale Lilic, V15 Mallow, V25 Pale Blackberry, Y21 Buttercup Yellow, Y32 Cashmere, Y38 Honey, YR30 Macadamia Nut, YR31 Light Reddish Yellow, E33 Sand, YG11 Mignonette, C1 Cool Gray No. 1, C3 Cool Gray No. 3, C5 Cool Gray No. 5, 110 Special Black , 0 Colorless Blender.

 

 

Flower Basket

I want to thank all of you for your well wishes for my puppy Missy.  She is doing better, but still not her same old self :(  I've moved a lot of my crafting stuff to the coffee table in the living room, and sit on a small wooden stool so she can lay next to me on the couch.  She's such a sweet thing, and it breaks my heart to see her this way, she's like one of my kids...  Here is a picture of my Missy.  Keeping fingers crossed...

 

 

Today's basket idea came from a tutorial I found on Splitcoaststampers by Leigh O'Brien.  She has step-by-step instructions, and provides a template for the basket you can download, plus Beate created a video that's at the bottom of the post. You can find both here.   After I cut out the basket, I used Spellbinders Basket Weave 3D M-Bossabilities™ folder, and the Faux Letterpress technique to create the look of a real basket, assemble according to the instructions with the exception of the little pieces on the side, I used Spellbinders Celtic Motifs for a more decorative look.  

That's it for me today.  Remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤ 

 

Supplies used: 

Stamp Pads: Vintage Photo, Antique Linen Distress Ink -  The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock:  Handsome Hunter, Always Artichoke, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White, Very Vanilla - Stampin' Up!  NOTE:  The Stampin' Up! cardstock I have is very old, the names could have changed, or may no longer be available.  

Ribbon: May Arts 1/8* Satin Ribbon - The Stamp SImply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: Grand Calibur Die Cutting & Embossing Machine®,  Spiral Blossom One, Foliage, Bitty Blossoms, Celtic Motifs Shapeabilities®, Basket Weave 3D M-Bossabilities™. 

Misc.: Tattered Angels Vintage Pink, Hollyberry, Butternut Squash Glimmer Mist.  Glue Dots, Foam Tape.  Brads.  Easter Basket filling.  E-6000 Glue.

 

Grateful Heart...

Hello, the weather here in California has been cold and rainy the last few days, so I have stayed in my sweats, and sat around taking care of my oldest puppy Missy.  She's been in and out of the vet's office the last couple of weeks, and not feeling very good so I've been keeping her company till she gets a little better.  I thought I would make another sweet card using some of my favorite paper, and Spellbinders new Curved Borders One die templates.  I love how they give an elegant decorative edge across the card front that gives you the perfect spot for stamping your sentiment.

That's it for me today, remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤  

 

Supplies used: 

Stamps: JustRite's Vintage Rose Medallion  - The Stamp Simply Ribbon.

Stamp Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Prima's Rondelle 6 x 6 Collection - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. White - Stampin' Up!

Ribbon: May Arts Pink Wrinkle Ribbon - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: A2 Curved Borders One Borderabilities®, Grand Rectangles #3, Grand Large Labels #3 Nestabilities®. 

Misc.: Prima Encore Pink Flowers - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  E-6000 Glue, Foam Tape, Decorative Stick Pin. 

Wishing You Well...

Hi there, I needed a few days away from my computer to catch up on things around the house, seems housework doesn't care if you're sick or not, it just keeps piling up :)   Today's card has the look of lace, lots of layering, and beautiful paper.   I have the hardest time working with pretty papers like this, because I don't want to cut, or cover it up with anything.  Trust me I have TONS of pretty paper in my stash... I need to use it LOL! 

We have friends visiting tonight, so I apologize for such a short post, but I will be back soon :)

 That's it for me today, remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤  

 

 

 

Supplies used: 

Stamps:  JustRite Vintage Rose Medallions - The Stamp Simply Ribbon.

Stamp Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: Prima's Rondelle 6 x 6 Paper Pad - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. White - Stampin' Up!

Ribbon: May Arts Pink Wrinkle Ribbon, Baker's Twine - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™:  Labels One #1, 3, 5 & 6, Decorative Labels One, Grand Labels One #1, Grand Squares #3 Nestabilities®.

Misc.: Prima's Botanical Floral Embellishments - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Tape, Foam Tape, Paper Doilies.  Decorative Stick Pins. 

Thanks Mom...

Hi friends, today I have a sweet card to share with you.  I've mentioned before how much I enjoy working with Spellbinders Die D-Lites Die Templates, they are so cute!!  I like how simple this card is, but still effective.  I cut/embossed two of the Poppy Patch die so the image would be a little stronger, it is very delicate, and added a touch of soft pastel color with Copic Markers.  The Dainty Dots M-Bossabilities™ add the perfect finishing touch.

I will be away from the computer for a few days, I have tons of housework to catch up on since being sick, and some shopping to do.  Kathy, I will be sending your package tomorrow ;)

That's it for me today, remember you can click on the pictures for a better view, and all supplies are listed below with links.

Thanks for visiting - Linda ❤❤ 

 

 

Supplies used:

Stamps: JustRite's Hugs and Kisses Clear Stamps - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Cardstock: White - Stampin' Up!

Ribbon: May Arts Pink Wrinkle Ribbon - The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Spellbinders™: Poppy Patch Die D-Lites™ Shapeabilities®, Dainty Dots "A" M-Bossabilities™, Classic Ovals LG #5, A2 Curved Matting Basics "A" #8 Nestabilities®.

Misc.: E-6000 Glue, Tape, Foam Tape. Copic Markers: 0 Colorless Blinder, YG00 Mimosa Yellow, R00 Pinkish White, RV10 Pale Pink, YG11 Mignonette, G12 Dea Green, YG61 Pale Moss.