Jamberry Nails

Hello to all of my fabulous readers,

I am excited to announce that I have become a Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant!  These nail wraps are wonderful and I can't wait to share them with you. 

What are Jamberry Nails?

Jamberry nail wraps are the newest way to accessorize your fingers and toes.  The wraps are a solid film covering that can be applied directly to your nails to achieve a look not found anywhere else.  This special material is both pressure and heat activated to create a water-tight bond to your nail.  They are made in the USA, with no harsh chemicals, and are latex and gluten free.

This new nail treatment can be applied in about fifteen minutes in the comfort of your own home.  With over three hundred styles to choose from, these designer wraps are made to last up to two weeks on fingers and four weeks on toes.  Unlike traditional nail polish, they won't chip and they require no drying time.  It's so easy to achieve a professional  salon look at a fraction of the cost.

The nail wraps are always Buy 3, Get 1 Free!
One sheet of nail wraps can be used for two to three applications,
depending on the length and size of your nails.

Come visit my Jamberry Nails Storefront and browse over 300 designs:  ria.jamberrynails.net

Would you like to try a free sample?  Just "like" my Facebook Page and sign up for one.

https://www.facebook.com/riajamberry

Thanks for stopping by and reading about my new venture!  If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!

Sincerely,

Maria Johnson (Ria)

Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant

ria.jamberrynails.net

www.facebook.com/riajamberry

I made some snow angels

I made these three cards for the Winter Card Swap over at The Crafty Table.

All of these cards feature some new Itty Bitty stamps from Unity Stamp Company.  I recently purchased these stamps and couldn't wait to use them.

When life throws you snow, make snow angels.

Winter Cheer for a Happy New year!

Snow Angels Above.

Daisies and Cone Flowers

Who doesn't love daisies and cone flowers?

This first daisy card is for the A Muse Summer is Blossoming challenge.

It was inspired by a sketch over at Scrapadilly.

It features some DCWV papers and a Gina K Designs Stamp with a touch of Washi Tape.

This card is also for the A Muse Studio Challenge.

This card was inspired by the Kraft with Ribbon challenge over at 3 Girl Jam.

I just love using the crinkle ribbon.

The paper is from Canvas Home Basics and the stamp is from Unity. 

I cut out the oval and lacy oval (spellbinders) and used some gold metallic rub-on paste to the black lacy oval.

Thanks for stopping by!

Pop Art Flowers

Here is a colorful pop-art flower card.

I made it for the A Muse Challenge:  The Summer is Blossoming with Fun.

The challenge was to use a flower stamp on your card and that's exactly what I did.  I stamped it four times on bright card stock, cut them out, and added them to coordinating squares of color.  

I had this card stock for years, back before these colors were hot.  

The flower stamp is from Gina K Designs and the sentiment is from Gourmet Rubber Stamps.

I hope you are having a brightly colored summer!

Christmas in August?

Christmas in July August

Here we go!  I made a card with a Christmas theme.  This isn't a usual Christmas card for me, I usually recycle old Christmas card into new ones, but this one is from scratch.  

This card is inspired by the Crafty Steals Third Thursday Sketch Challenge.  

They asked that you use Christmas colors or a Christmas theme.

I opened my scrap paper drawer, and these papers happened to be on top, so I used them.  They are from the DCWV Christmas Stack from a few years ago.  The candies were given to me in a swap.

Well, at least I'm making headway on my Christmas cards.  How about you?

I've been scrapping!

Believe it or not, I've been scrapbooking!  I was inspired by the July crop over at Scrapadilly.  

Thanks ladies for the inspiration!  I also happened to be the July winner of the crop's paper prize, so it's an added bonus!

This first layout was a family Reunion 2007.  Todd and I weren't there, but I found the picture while I was looking for some scrapbooking items in the basement.  I thought it went well with these papers.  It features some bling and flower centers that I bought from Lizyjose.  She has some great deals, go check her out.  the paper is from Scenic Route.

This layout features facts from the year I was born.  I added it to my Book of Me.

This layout features Crinkle Ribbon and qualifies for the current challenge on 3 Girl Jam.

Here are two photos of me with Santa.  I have no idea what year they were or where they were taken.  I found them while I was going through old photos.  The santa face was from a swap many years ago.  It is signed "Junebug."

This one brought back memories of my Jr. High School days and of the Chasco Fiesta.  I'm pictured with two of my best friends, Traci & Linda.  We have reconnected on Facebook.

A little birdie told me

That I should make a birthday card.  Today, my inspiration comes from Seize the Birthday #12 challenge.  

Here is the sketch they provided:

Here is my card:

The papers are from the Everyday Flair collection by My Minds Eye.

I used the Heartsong stamps from Skipping Stones Designs.

And trimmed it with a bit of lace.

I hope you enjoy!

Feeling Groovy!

I'm feeling groovy using some of my new craft supplies along with some of my very old supplies.

This week I played along with the Mojo Monday Sketch #287.

Here's the card I made:

I used steampunk embossing folder by Darice and embossed a piece of silver packaging.  Recycling is Groovy, right?  I also recently purchased the Silver Studded Gelly Gems Roll-ups (studded mesh) and was excited to use it on a project.  The stamp is from Autumn Leaves.  The background paper was a gift and I don't know what collection it's from.

 Feeling Groovy, Gears, and studs, seem to "mesh" together nicely.

Oh, ha ha.  I make such funny jokes.

Okay... during the making of this card, I accidentally ate some crafting products.  

I used Tim Holtz Walnut Stain distress pad to add some dimension to the gears.  The paper is non-porous, so I don't think the ink dried all the way and it got on my fingers.

Then, I used white glue to attach the studded mesh, I used my fingers to spread it on the back.

Can you see where this is going?  I had a messy build up on my fingers and for some reason, my stupid brain made me stick my finger in my mouth to bite off the build-up.  

It tasted horrible.  I thought I was going to die from the bad taste alone.

It's 24 hours later and I'm still alive, so these products are safe to eat, but I wouldn't recommend it.

Welcome Gnome!

Hello and welcome to another handmade card.   I recently got some new 6x6 papers by My Mind's Eye called "Gnome Sweet Gnome" and I couldn't wait to use them.  

I was inspired by Sketch #192 over at Tuesday Morning Sketches.

Here's my card:

The image is a stamp from The Sweet Shop Gnomies.  

These stamps coordinate well with the papers.

The ovals were cut with Spellbinders oval dies.

I hope you enjoy my little Gnomie card!

A Heartsong Thank You!

Today, I received some happy mail!

I received the Heartsong Stamp set for winning a sketch challenge at Skipping Stones Designs. Unfortunately they are no longer hosting challenges or giving away prizes, but Katie (one of their design team members) was a sweetheart and hooked me up anyway.  

Thank you Katie, I really appreciate it!

Check out Katie's blog:  Our Charmed Life.

Here's the card I made for Katie along with the set of stamps.

Shh... don't tell her, I don't want to ruin the surprise.  

The Green Has Been Guessed!

Congratulations Melissa!

You correctly guessed that the background "paper" on this card came from a tissue box.

I think it's from Kroger brand tissues.  I cut the box apart a while ago, so I'm not 100% sure.

Since you won both contests, I combined your prizes in one bag.  I'll send them via special carrier pigeon tomorrow.

I hope you enjoy!

Guess the Green....

Hello everybody!  I'm back with another card and a guessing game.

You can even win a prize... keep reading...

I made this card for the March Green Challenge over at Michael Strong's Yahoo Group.

The challenge was to use green on your card along along with something recycled.  You also have to use one of his stamps - no problem there.... I have plenty.

The stamp I used is the Cloisonné Flower.  I stamped it with a Glue Pad and poured some bright green glitter over it.  This is the first time I used the glue pad and I love how it turned out.

I cut out the stem and leaf from the cardstock scraps after I cut out the flower.  I pop-dotted the flower onto the card and added some other floral embellishments and some bling.

Along the bottom, I used some ribbon for grass.

The background "paper" is from a recycled package of some sort.  

My guessing game to you is... What is it from?

The first person to answer correctly (leave a comment below) will receive a small prize from me!