Needlepoint Elegance SAF 2014

This was definitely the *most* labor intensive challenge so far for me.  I haven't cross-stitched since I got married (maybe?) which has been 17 years.  I really enjoyed it but it took a long time.  I knew what I was going to do once I watched the video (I had even picked my thread last night after looking over the colors in the kit!).  

Antique Embossing SAF 2014

So far this technique has been my favorite.  I really enjoyed the technique, the materials, and the finished project.  I will definitely use this one again!

Wax Seals 2014

The Renaissance challenge was amazing.  I did not choose a colored velvet material (it was close to Vintage Cream) so the Velvet Stamping technique didn't show up (even though it did work).

I loved this wax seal technique though and will enjoy showing it to the kids!  

Roman Mosaics SAF 2014

Our first "time travel" challenge was Ancient Rome.  I chose the mosaic challenge first.  The fresco challenge seemed too *challenging* this early in the morning.  I was concerned I would damage my stamping surface/supplies because I am still pretty sleepy.

But I love this mosaic tile look!  I chose her 3rd card to CASE with only a couple of changes.  I used sponging and a different stamped image & sentiment.  This was my favorite paper that came with the kit and it really reminded me of Lovely Layers so I knew if I could work that into a card together I was going to try!

Kristin

Morning Timer Challenge

Bright and early this morning our first challenge was to pick a color scheme & a sketch and make a card in 20 minutes (according to Nicole's blog this morning).  I had prepicked (and sorted, cut card bases) my stamps all ahead of time.  I was able to pick my choices out quick and easy and my card was done in well under 10 minutes. (That must be a record for me!) I used Maile's tip on folding up and using scrap printer paper which saved me because I wouldn't have known that the flower would take up the entire side and need to be overlapped as much.  (Excellent tip Maile!).

This is the color scheme I chose:

This is the sketch I chose:

And here is my card:

Kristin

Friday Night Meet & Greet SAF 2014

I have my 2 boxes of supplies ready (not counting inks & blocks, etc).  I put them in time order and already cut out the card stock & panels.  Last year I felt like I was constantly gathering supplies around my craft room so I hope this makes things smoother & I'm able to make more cards and enjoy the videos and time spent crafting!

Kristin

Gearing up for SAF 2014

Come along with us!