My Digital Studio Project Share...

I have (3) MY DIGITAL STUDIO projects to share with you today.

The first is a card done from scratch...I LOVE how you can make the paper look hand torn!

The next is a 12x12 scrapbook page made from scratch. I love that Stampin' Up! updated all the colors so we still have the colors that retired...but now we also have all the NEW COLORS...like Cajun Craze which looks great on this page!

The last project is also a 12x12 scrapbook page...but this one was a "Pre-Made" layout where all I did was add the photos and write the text in the boxes.

If you'd like to learn more about the MY DIGITAL STUDIO program...click HERE!
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Wednesday's Card or Scrapbook Page Share...

So today I have a card to share with you along with some actual "Bat" pictures.

My husband is a wildlife bioligist who for several years now has had a study going on with bats and humming bird feeders in volunteers backyards. They set up a camera and humming bird feeders to see if the bats will come in. It really is pretty amazing to see them drink from the feeders.

On Friday night he asked for my help gathering some of the information and I snapped a few photos to post about them.

CARD DETAILS: This card idea came straight from a friend of mine, T Huggins. She made a swap card similiar to this and I couldn't wait to make one myself! I used Glass Glitter from our new Holiday Mini Catalog around the saying I punched out with a circle punch.

Thanks for stopping by today and enjoy the photos.

GLASS GLITTER - $3.95

Silver #120995

Champagne #120997

We set up mist nets near the feeders, then once the bat is caught, we quickly work it so it can be released. On Friday night we caught and worked on (9) bats in a two hour period. We caught (2) different kinds of species. The one shown in these pictures below is a "Lesser Long Nosed Bat" which is a necter, pollen, & fruit eating bat.

We make a mark on their head so we know if we get any who come back. For everything you hear about bats you would think they were ugly and horrible animals...but look how cute they are. These ones are really quite mellow!

This was an adult female which you can tell by the joints in the wings.

We measure & weigh them.

This is a picture of the bat bag we weigh them in. That's the last thing we did before they would fly off.

Just another picture of this amazing creature.

Scott, my husband, has had his rabies shots and normally wears gloves. He did get bit several times Friday night, but not by the very calm "Lesser Long Nosed" bats. The one that bit him several times was a South Western Cave Myotis who came around to the Insect zapper that the volunteer had in her back yard and he ran into the net as well.

NOTE:If you encounter a bat...make sure to contact your local US Fish & Wildlife office or Game & Fish office. Don't ever go near a bat who is out in daytime, is low flying, or bothersome. They are probably infected with rabies and you need to contact a professional.

Tuesday's Technique, Tool, or Tutorial...

Today I have another video tutorial for you.

You may have noticed that I have been making cards with a sponged moon/sun in the background. The last few day's posts have had this in common. The video I'm sharing with you today is of a card/technique that I demonstrated this month in my clubs called Moonlight Highlight.

I still have not figured out how to get the size of the video to work in "blogger"...so if you click HERE you can view the video of how to create this card.

Monday's Big Shot Project Idea...

CAN YOU TELL???

I'm having way to much fun with this Tasteful Trim Die and the Spider Web Embossing Folder!

Have you started to create for HALLOWEEN?

Try some of the new items from our Holiday Mini Catalog or there are some terrific halloween sets in the Idea Book & Catalog. For this card I used the WICKED COOL SET.

ENJOY!

SUNDAY SHARE...

Today I wanted to share this fun card with you. I hope your all enjoying your weekend!

Saturday Sketch Challenge...

So this is our Sketch for our Challenge this week. Below you will see what I came up with. I used the set "Priceless". For CS I used Whsiper White as my base card, then Old Olive, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, and Melon Mambo Textured. Ink Pads used were Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Whisper White Craft Ink, & Early Espresso for sponging the edges. For embelishments I used...Daffodil Delight 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, Curly Label Punch, and a Bright Brad.

WHAT WILL YOU COME UP WITH?

Friday's Spotlight...

Today's SPOTLIGHT is on the following two items...

Midnight Raven
#116529
$7.95
Raise the hair on the arms or neck of a loved one (just for a little fun) with a Halloween greeting dominated by this black raven. It’s a terrifically bold and dark image for creeping out an invitation, scrapbook page, or other project to celebrate the ghoulishly good times of All Hallows Eve. Available in wood-mount only.

Spider Web Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die
120889
$7.95
Decorate each corner of your Halloween projects lovingly with the delicate texture of wispy webs. They’ll invite the creepy crawliest of creatures—and your friends and family—to join you in your fantastically frightening festivities. Coordinate with any of our spooky stamp images for just the right background.

■ Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

■ 4-1/2" x 5-3/4"

■ Use with standard cutting pads and multipurpose platform

■ Coordinates with 1800s London Halloween suite

THIS IS WHAT I CAME UP WITH - I HOPE IT WILL INSPIRE YOU!

FYI - Both of these items are in our Holiday Mini Catalog. I also used a few more items that are in the Mini...Glassy Glitter & Tasteful Trim Die (Rick Rack).

My Digital Studio Project Share...

12x12 under 20 minute scrapbook page.

12x12 Pre-Made page. All I did was add photos & text!

Under five minute card from scratch.

MY DIGITAL STUDIO offers so many fun images, colors, and embelishments to play and create with! I love designing with it because it's so easy and fun. To learn more about this terrific product...click HERE.

Wednesday's Card or Scrapbook Page Share...

Today I have a 12x12 scrapbook page to share with you.

I love how easy it is to stamp on Designer Paper! Have you ever thought about doing that? This is a darling page that doesn't take alot of time to create, but still has those extra special details like a scallop border, ribbon, button, and tag!

Take time to create your own special page and try stamping on Designer Paper for a different look!

ITEMS I USED:

Fox & Friends Set -

#118565 Clear Mount

$14.95

A Word For You -

#120528 Clear Mount

$16.95

Tasteful Trim Bigz Die -

#120893

$42.95

Decorative Label Punch -

#120907

$16.95

Tuesday's Technique, Tool, or Tutorial...

A MUST HAVE TOOL!

Bone Folder
#102300
$6.95
This bone folder gives your handmade projects crisp, clean folds. Use it for everything from getting beautiful, crisp folds to distressing the edges of a card, scrapbook page, or accent.

■ Scores and burnishes paper

■ 6” long

■ Made of genuine cattle bone

■ Sanded smooth and polished

■ Point on one end only

Monday's Big Shot Project Idea...

Thanks for joining me today for our BIG SHOT PROJECT IDEA & my first ever video tutorial. PLEASE forgive me for the mistakes and the "Um's". I'll try and get better!!!!

I hope you enjoy the video...and I also just want to add that these treat holders would make great place cards for a holiday table, birthday party, or shower. Just change the treat inside, colors, and the image to reflect the holiday or event you are focusing on.

FYI - I was not able to fix the video and get it in my post...but if you click the link - it will take you right to it!

JUST CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE VIDEO:

http://youtu.be/7mDAnD_8-Eg

SUNDAY SHARE...

Today I wanted to SHARE a card with you that uses the Greenhouse Garden Set, Early Espresso, So Saffron, Rose Red, & Pretty In Pink colors. I also used the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Oval Punch, 1/4" Old Olive Ribbon, Dazzling Diamond Glitter, and a brad from the Subtles Family.

I hope your enjoying your weekend!