Pretty Periwinkle: February 2020

Thursday, February 20, 2020

CAS(E) this Sketch #360

Happy Thursday! It's time for another bit of inspiration, designed by Chrissy Larson, for the fabulous CTS #360. SO many pretty possibilities with this one.....and a plethora of DT creations sure to inspire!!
Lots of lovely white space, with an array of beautifully colored fruit subbing in for those little falling stars, a simple die cut/embossed sentiment, and a sprinkling of sparkle-y jewels complete this happy 'hello'.
There are so many wonderfully designed projects from the DT, so be sure to take a peek and then JOIN in at CAS(E) this Sketch #360 (the InLinkz will close at 9 am EST on Thursday, February 27th). Can't wait to see your amazing creation(s)!

stamps: Fruitastic (Pink Fresh Studio), Fruit Salad Sentiments (PTI)

paper: Stamper's Select White, True Black (PTI), Cherry (The Stamp Market)

ink; Cherry,Bubble Gum, Melon, Leafy (TSM), Sour Apple (MFT), Butter Bar (HA)

dies: hello (MFT)

other: PPP jewels, Versafine Watermark ink, white embossing powder

Fusion Card Challenge - 'Decor'

Welcome to the newest Fusion Card Challenge - 'Decor'! The amazing inspiration photo is a wonderful starting point. But that sketch is pretty great too! So, which will you try?

The lovely sketch and photo helped to create this little 'congrats' card. The black/gray/white combination and the horizontal paneling seen in the photograph inspired this project.... although I've added a bit more color (and a few pretty posies), just for good measure!

The DT has provided some fabulous inspiration, so be sure to hop on over and join the party! When playing along you may use the sketch OR the photo as you jumping off point. OR, if you are feeling super duper clever, you can fuse 'em together.

P.S. - Please welcome our newest DT member, Laurie Unger!!

stamps: Petite Pots (PTI), A Few Words (The Stamp Market)

paper: Stamper's Select White, True Black, Bitty Big: True Black (PTI)

ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Cherry, Melon, Mossy, Sea Glass, Tropical Teal (TSM), Summer Sunrise (PTI)

dies: Petite Pots, A Few Words, Stitched Mini Scallop Rectangles (MFT)

Other: PPP jewels, polka dot embossing folder, dimensional tape

We hope that you'll join in at the Fusion Card Challenge and will enjoy all of the loveliness from the DT and the always amazing gallery!

Barb Ghigliotty
Jeanne Jachna
Jen Mitchell

Karren Johnson
Linda Callahan
Lyndal Higgins

Michelle Lupton
Wanda Cullen

Tristan Dawes

Laurie Unger

Thursday, February 13, 2020

CAS(E) this Sketch #359

Welcome to CAS(E) this Sketch #359 AND another of our throw-back/'Retro' Sketches..... and this one is from waaay back as the original is from 2012!! However, it's a timeless design by the lovely Jackie Rockwell and you'll surely find lots of inspiration from the 2012 and 2020 versions, so please play along!
I've used lots of white space, a gray/pink/magenta color combination and a few subtle polka dots. And, ooopsie, I didn't place my little raised panel to the left, as per the sketch, but this will be my opportunity to make a few more valentines!!
There are so many wonderfully designed projects from the DT, so be sure to take a peek and then JOIN in at CAS(E) this Sketch #359 ((the InLinkz will close at 9 am EST on Thursday, February 20th). I can't wait to see your creation!

Thursday, February 6, 2020

CAS(E) this Sketch #358

Welcome to CAS(E) this Sketch #358! It's another lovely sketch, from Donna Mikasa, that we hope will inspire an abundance of creativity!

Although I've changed up the orientation of the sketch, I'm hoping that the same idea remains.... with lots of lovely Soft Stone patterning, a few pretty posies and an adorable little bird to create this CAS birthday greeting.

I've borrowed the Papertrey Ink stamp set/dies (a circa 2015 anniversary set) from a friend, and must return it at some point, but until then you may be seeing quite a few little pots, bitty bouquets and birdies!

We hope that you'll join in the fun at CTS #358 and will be adding your masterpiece to the gallery...... can't wait to see how you were inspired by Donna's sketch (the InLinkz will close at 9 am EST on Thursday, February 13th)!!
P.S. - A happy hello to our GD, Patti!!

stamps: Petite Pots, Keep It Simple: Birthday II (PTI)

paper: Stamper's Selct White, Soft Stone, Bitty Big: Soft Stone (PTI)

ink: Weathervane, Summer Sunrise, Orange Zest, New Leaf, Aqua Mist, Hawaiian Shores (PTI)

dies: Petite Pots, Keep It Simple Frames, Make It Market Kit: Shakers & Sprinkles (PTI)

Other: PPP jewels

Fusion Card Challenge - 'Valentine'

Welcome to the newest Fusion Card Challenge - 'Valentine'! The amazing inspiration photo is a wonderful starting point. But that sketch is pretty great too! So, which will you try?

The lovely sketch and photo helped to create this little lovey card. The houndstooth pattern was my starting point, with the addition of a petite scalloped/layered square and a heart duo, in crisp black, as my 'sentiment'. Kinda masculine..... with a few frilly touches???

The DT has provided some fabulous inspiration, so be sure to hop on over and join the party!

When playing along you may use the sketch OR the photo as you jumping off point. OR, if you are feeling super duper clever, you can fuse 'em together.