Friday, October 28, 2022

2022 Cat Lovers Hop (Day 5) - The Old Island Stamp Company

Hello, everybody!  Before I get started, I would like to welcome my newest followers - mandy- sea and Vivian Foo - thank you for joining me!  

The 2022 Cat Lovers Hop is  now well underway, and I'm guest designing again!  Yay!  If you're going to join the hop, then you must hurry; tomorrow is the last day to link up your cat-themed project!  However, for commenting, you have until November 2.  

Today is Day 5 of this fun hop, which has been organized for the 8th year by Janis at Her Peaceful Garden.  Janis does an amazing job keeping things running smoothly and has arranged many awesome sponsors and prizes!  I don't know how she does it all!  Please head over and be inspired by the cat cards and projects in the link-up - you will be glad you did!  I have been enjoying the daily games too!

Handy List of 2022 Cat Lovers Hop Links

My card features one of today's generous sponsors, The Old Island Stamp Company.  This company is a brand-new sponsor this year so you will want to check them out!   You can find them on their web site or their Etsy shop.  

On the web site, you can choose between Wood Mount, EZ Mount Cushion, or Rubber Die Only.  In their Etsy shop, I see Wood Mounts, which is what I own, and I have shared a photo of my stamps below.


Stamps:  
 

I stamped the Kitty and Potted Berries in black on a white scrap and coloured them with markers.  I die-cut the image into a stitched octogon shape and layered it on a red glitter die-cut of the same shape.  For the background I used patterned paper but decided to add interest by stamping the Tiny Snowflake repeatedly in green.  I don't own any holiday sentiments from The Old Island Stamp Company so I used one from my stash (Avery Elle).  


I've been a fan of this stamp company for many years as they are based in Canada, and some of the first stamps I purchased were from The Old Island Stamp Company.  These rubber stamps bring back fun memories and make me happy!  

Did you know that wood-mounted rubber stamps are making a comeback?  Not only do they stamp beautifully on the first impression, but they are also a wonderful way to decorate your craft space!  Some crafters change their displays with the seasons.

        

Thank you to The Old Island Stamp Company for sponsoring the Cat Lovers Hop!  

I would also like to join the following 9 challenges, for a total of 10:
BYSH Cardmakers Falling for the Holidays Linky Party

Thank you for looking at my card, and happy hopping!

        P.S.  I have a Cat Lovers Giveaway - you can check it out here!
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Thursday, October 27, 2022

Brian's Card #5

Hello again!  Today I'm sharing 5 cards that my hubby Brian made for the Cat Lovers Hop!  Brian had a stroke four years ago so I'm very proud that he was able to accomplish this.  To read how and why these cards came about, please see my previous post here.   

Here is final journal card for Snowie's memory album.  Brian made this card with Snowie on his mind and deep in his heart.


Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Valentine Cats (kitty and tiny heart), Honey Bee Stamps Purrrfect Sentiments (greeting)
Patterned paper:  Gecko Galz Pure Love Mini Paper Pack Digital


In addition to the Cat Lovers Hop, Brian also chose to join these 4 challenges:

Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 5/5

Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 5/5

Thank you for looking at Brian's card!  He is looking forward to reading your comments!  We appreciate your support!  I am very proud of him!
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Brian's Card #4

Hello again!  Today I'm sharing 5 cards that my hubby Brian made for the Cat Lovers Hop!  Brian had a stroke four years ago so I'm very proud that he was able to accomplish this.  To read how and why these cards came about, please see my previous post here.   

This is the third of four journal cards for Snowie's memory album.  Brian made this card with Snowie on his mind and deep in his heart.


Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Only for You (kitty), Gerda Steiner Valentine Cats (heart banner), Honey Bee Stamps Purrrfect Sentiments (greeting)
Patterned paper:  Gecko Galz Pure Love Mini Paper Pack Digital


In addition to the Cat Lovers Hop, Brian also chose to join these 4 challenges:

Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 4/5

Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 4/5

Thank you for looking at Brian's card!  He is looking forward to reading your comments!  We appreciate your support!  I am very proud of him!
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Brian's Card #3

Hello again!  Today I'm sharing 5 cards that my hubby Brian made for the Cat Lovers Hop!  Brian had a stroke four years ago so I'm very proud that he was able to accomplish this.  To read how and why these cards came about, please see my previous post here.   


This is the second of four journal cards for Snowie's memory album.  Brian made this card with Snowie on his mind and deep in his heart.


Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Only for You (heart kitty), Gerda Steiner Valentine Cats (tiny hearts), unknown sentiment stamp 
Patterned paper:  Gecko Galz Pure Love Mini Paper Pack Digital


In addition to the Cat Lovers Hop, Brian also chose to join these 4 challenges:

Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 3/5
Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 3/5

Thank you for looking at Brian's card!  He is looking forward to reading your comments!  We appreciate your support!  I am very proud of him!
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Brian's Card #2

Hello again!  Today I'm sharing 5 cards that my hubby Brian made for the Cat Lovers Hop!  Brian had a stroke four years ago so I'm very proud that he was able to accomplish this.  To read how and why these cards came about, please see my previous post here.   


This is the first of four journal cards for Snowie's memory album.  Brian made this card with Snowie on his mind and deep in his heart.


Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Valentine Cats (cat and hearts), Gerda Steiner Only for You (xoxo), Honey Bee Stamps Purrrfect Sentiments (greeting)
Patterned paper:  Gecko Galz Pure Love Mini Paper Pack Digital


In addition to the Cat Lovers Hop, Brian also chose to join these 4 challenges:

Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 2/5

Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 2/5

Thank you for looking at Brian's card!  He is looking forward to reading your comments!  We appreciate your support!  I am very proud of him!

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Brian's Card #1

Hi, everybody!  I am so proud of my hubby Brian!  He has made 5 cards for the Cat Lovers Hop!  If you've been following me for a long time, then you may remember that he had a stroke four years ago, in 2018.  Life has not been the same for us since that time, but Brian has always been creative.  


Work in progress
Brian's cards actually started way back in the spring, when he wanted to make a card for me.  I stamped out a bunch of Gerda Steiner kitty images for him to colour with my Prismacolor pencils.  He started colouring but his memory isn't good and the project got put on the back burner.  

Surprise!
This week with the Cat Lovers Hop underway, I suggested he dust off his colouring from months ago and make a card for the hop.  To my surprise, he was inspired to colour all of the images I had stamped for him, and he ended up making 5 cards!


He didn't want my advice
In order to make the cards, Brian needed assistance.  I presented him with a number of printed backgrounds and sentiment stamps to choose from.  He laid out his coloured images and sentiment stamps on the backgrounds and made all of the design decisions himself.  He did not want my advice! In fact, he rejected several of my suggestions LOL!  To assemble the cards to look exactly as he designed them, I took photos and then assisted with fussy-cutting, stamping sentiments, and adhering; that's all I did.  He designed these cards himself!

Dedicated to Snowie's memory
Brian coloured all of the kitties to look like Snowie, his precious kitty who passed away last year.  He ended up making one greeting card and a set of four coordinating journal cards for Snowie's Memory Album.   

RIP Snowie, 2005-2021

Here's his first card.  Brian made it with Snowie on his mind and deep in his heart:


Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Valentine Cats (cat and yarn ball), Newton's Nook Smitten Kittens (sentiment)
Purr Background:  Digital Scrapbook

In addition to the Cat Lovers Hop, Brian also chose to join these 4 challenges:

Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 1/5
Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 1/5

Thank you for looking at Brian's card!  He is looking forward to reading your comments!  We appreciate your support!  I am very proud of him!
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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

2022 Cat Lovers Hop (Day 3) - Stamp On It

Hi, everyone!  Before I share my card, I would like to welcome three new followers - Laurie Black, Michele K Henderson, and Mary Holshouser - thank you so much for joining me!   I already follow Michele, but if Laurie and Mary could please leave a link to your blog or social media in the comments below, I will hop over and follow you too!   

Today is Day 3 of the 2022 Cat Lovers Hop, and I'm guest designing again!  Woot, woot!  Have you joined the hop yet?  If not, what are you waiting for?  It's the place to be for cat lovers - you won't want to miss it!  Thank you to Janis at Her Peaceful Garden for organizing the hop for the 8th year - it's definitely a highlight of my annual crafting schedule as Janis makes it fun for everyone!  Check out the Daily Games and get to know your fellow cat lovers!  

We're about mid-way through the hop now, and I've been so impressed with all of the adorable cat-themed inspiration in the link-up!  Hop on over and see for yourself!

Handy List of 2022 Cat Lovers Hop Links

Today I am sharing a birthday card featuring one of our generous sponsors, Stamp On It!  


Products used:
Stamps (available in digital or unmounted and cling-mounted stamps):  

I used the digital versions of these stamps.  I coloured the Lemonade Cat with markers and fussy-cut.  I printed the sentiment and cut the cardstock to 4" x 5.25".  I die-cut the scalloped circle window and behind it placed a beach scene (Digital Scrapbook).  I adhered a die-cut palm tree as well as the kitty and then affixed the panel to a white card base.  

I had a scrap of the beach scene paper left over so I finished the inside of the card:


This cute kitty is Stamp On It Cool Cat with Shades by Eureka! Stamps.  I used the digital image but it is also available in unmounted or cling.  I coloured the image with markers, fussy-cut, and adhered along with the scrap of beach scene paper.  There's plenty of room inside the card to stamp a greeting and/or write a message. 

Thank you to Stamp On It for sponsoring the Cat Lovers Hop again this year!  

I would also like to join the following challenges:
Crafts Galore Encore October AG 3/3
Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 5/5
Double Trouble 123 Let's Get Round to It (Thing1 Circles) 1/4

4-Season Pets UE
Jan's Digistamps October AG 5/5
QKR Stampede 454 AG 3/3  
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE

Thank you for looking at my card!  Happy Hopping!

        P.S.  I have a Cat Lovers Giveaway - you can check it out here!

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

2022 Cat Lovers Hop (Day 2) - Gerda Steiner Designs

Hi, everyone!  I'm back again to share a second card for Day 2 of  the 2022 Cat Lovers Hop!  And I'm guest designing again!  Yay!  Thank you to Janis at Her Peaceful Garden for this fun hop for all of us cat lovers and for having me as your guest designer!  The hop runs until October 29, with a commenting deadline of November 2, so you still have plenty of time to join in!  By why wait?  Head over there now and join the fun!  Don't forget to sign-in here to be eligible for prizes!  To read the guidelines and FAQ, see here.  

Handy List of 2022 Cat Lovers Hop Links

My card features another one of today's generous sponsors, Gerda Steiner Designs!


Products:
Stamps:  Gerda Steiner Designs Grow Happiness 4"x 6" stamp set (please note I used the retired digital image called Kitten in Flower Pots)
Dies:  Gina Marie Designs Stitched Oval, Avery Elle Oval Burst, Poppystamps Lovely Gift Bow, unmarked speech bubble received in friend mail
Patterned paper:  We R Memory Keepers
Sentiment:  Self-made in Microsoft Word

I coloured the image with markers, die-cut into an oval shape, and layered onto a die-cut oval burst.  I added a layer of patterned paper and then green cardstock behind that.  I die-cut a speech bubble for the self-made sentiment and adhered a die-cut bow to the lower side of the oval. 

Thank you to Gerda Steiner Designs for sponsoring the Cat Lovers Hop again this year!  


I would also like to join the following challenges:
Allsorts 699 Autumn Colours 1/3
Classic Design AG UE
Colour Crazy 42 AG 2/2
Crafts Galore Encore October AG 2/3
Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 4/5
4-Season Pets UE
Gem of a Challenge 22 AG 2/2
Gerda Steiner Share Your Designs October
Jan's Digistamps October AG 4/5
Passion for Markers 664 Embellish It (bow die-cut) UE
Scribbles Designs 113 Fall Colours 1/3
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
The Outlawz Festive Friday Oct.14-27 AG (I went with Birthday) 2/3
We Love Stamping Autumn Colours 2/3
Word Art Wednesday 565-566 AG wk2 5/5

Thank you for looking at my card!  Happy Hopping!

               P.S.  I have a Cat Lovers Giveaway - you can check it out here!


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2022 Cat Lovers Hop (Day 2) - Your Next Stamp

Hi, everyone!  Today is Day 2 of the 2022 Cat Lovers Hop and I'm guest designing!  Woot, woot!  It's hard to believe that this is the 8th hop - and I've joined each and every year!  A big thank-you to Janis at Her Peaceful Garden for putting together this awesome hop and for making it so much fun every year!   If you love cats as much as I do, then you will want to head over and check it out!  Make sure you sign-in here to be eligible for prizes!  To read the guidelines and FAQ, see here.  Thank you to Janis for having me as your guest designer!

Handy List of 2022 Cat Lovers Hop Links
 
My card is a Faux Stepper and features one of today's generous sponsors, Your Next Stamp!


Products used:
Stamps:  Your Next Stamp Candy Cane Cat Stamp Set (cat and sentiment)
Dies:  Your Next Stamp Ric Rac Border Die, Your Next Stamp Snowflake Border Die, Diemond Dies Die-Normous Stack-ems Nesting Circles
Patterned paper:  Lawn Fawn Snow Day

I coloured the Candy Cane Cat with markers, fussy-cut, and added white accents with a paint pen.  I stamped the sentiment on patterned paper and die-cut in a circle shape.  To make this faux stepper, I followed Mrs. A's tutorial here.  I adhered the patterned paper to the various parts of the card and then adhered the sparkly red Ric Rac Border along the bottom of the front panel.  I die-cut the Snowflake Border in white and cut it apart so I could use the larger snowflakes as stand-alones and adhered 3 of them to the red paper.  To finish the card, I adhered a few red snowflake sequins.  

Thank you to Your Next Stamp for sponsoring the Cat Lovers Hop again this year!


I would also like to join the following challenges:
As You Like It Favourite Traditional or Contemporary Xmas Style and Why (Definitely contemporary, especially cute cats and other animals, because I am an animal lover, and any type of cute animal reminds me of my childhood and simpler times) 2/3
BYSH Cardmakers Falling for the Holidays Linky Party
Classic Design AG UE
Crafts Galore Encore October AG 1/3
Crazy for Cats 1 AG Cats 3/5

Creative Fingers 241 AG 2/3
Dare 2B Artzy Favourite Colour (red for Christmas cards) 2/3
DL.ART October Linky AG UE
4-Season Pets UE
Jingle Belles Not a Creature was Stirring UE
Little Patch of Crafty Friends 192 AG 2/3
Passion for Markers 664 Embellish It (snowflake sequins and die-cuts) UE
Show Us Your Pussycats 82 Furrything Goes UE
The Paper Funday 46 AG It's All About the Candy 4/6
The 12 Months of Christmas Linkup 93 AG w Optional Colour Challenge 5/10
Word Art Wednesday 565-566 AG wk1 4/5
World Wide Open Design Team 10 AG 2/3
Your Next Stamp 190 Treats 3/3

Thank you for looking at my card!  Happy Hopping!

P.S.  I have a Cat Lovers Giveaway - you can check it out here!
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