Whimsy Stamps - September Release - Christmas Elf

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How fun is it that Whimsy Stamps is doing a Release Week instead of just a day or two. Today I am sharing one of Crissy Armstrongs new images "Christmas Elf" ... he is just too adorable for words right?

Then again we love all of Crissy Armstrongs images don't we? I colored up with my Copics and then cut out with an oval Nestie. I found some older papers from Fiskars that just were too cute with this guy. That striped paper has a shimmer to it that is really pretty. I sewed down my layers and used a Martha Steward loop border punch for the edges of the Merry Christmas Paper. Three large buttons on the corner to finish it off. Sweet little image perfect for your Christmas Cards!

My Copic colors used -

To find all the new release inspirations click HERE to see the blog. To find the Whimsy Stamps website too see all the new release and all the yumminess they have click HERE. It is like a stampers candy store really!!

Have a blessed day!
HUGS and

Animal Crackers - Afternoon Siesta

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Is there anything better that a little Afternoon Siesta? Ok as an "adult" it is a splurge and a bit of a luxury to get a little nap. But for Valentine... it is an every day thing. Especially when there is a full moon as middle of the night grazing is really awesome when the moon is bright.

Prince Charles.. or "Chuck" he also likes afternoon siestas... I was trying to stay quiet for him, but he heard me and eyes popped wide open.

Those horns are so awesome. A bit battle worn, head butting is a serious job you know.

This photo just cracked me up. Would have been cuter if I could have placed the plates closer together, but you see that causes a bit of growling and issues... so space is best for everyone.

In case you are wondering what is so yummy that they are paying no attention at all to me. Yogurt - Someone told me that it might help with Chica's and Libbie's allergies. I have been working forever to see what was causing it. Food.. nope, treats... nope, soap... nope. The only thing I can't change that I have narrowed it down to is the grass. It seems to get worse when the grass is thick and after mowing. Poor Chica looks horrible loosing hair and scratching. Libbie is just scratching. So Yogurt has been given out once or twice a week.. Libbie has gotten much better. And honestly.. they LOVE it so we will stick with it a bit longer and see how it goes.

This little lady melts my heart. Ellie Mae is one of our very first donkeys and man her genealogy line has unbelievable colors and features. But sadly... she has never been able to get pregnant.

Might stick her in later in the year just to see if possibly she could be blessed with a baby after all these years. She is so sweet and so pretty. And if you could hear her "hee haw" you would just crack up. She sounds like a toddler girl yelling out! I can hear it anywhere on the property and know she is out there talking. No one sounds like Miss Ellie Mae!

Now I know I ended off last week with Gato. But this cat was just too funny this last week and into so much. I had to snap this one.

She LOVES boxes as does all cats. But a big box full of padded envelopes! Now that is nice box to curl up for a nap! I think she thought we brought it just for her. She was not happy when the flaps got folded down... all that padding was gone! So "Dad" opened it back up for her. I told him that was fine unless she decided to claw the padding, then flaps down! LOL

Sending out prayers and thoughts for all of those dealing with Hurricane Harvey - there is still so much flooding and some are just now dealing with flooding due to the dams and levy's being released, and for all the creeks and rivers downstream flowing. But we are Texas - strong and we will survive!

Hope you all have a wonderfully blessed weekend!! Hug someone furry or feathered.
HUGS and

Whimsy Stamps - Sept. Release!! Merry Moos-mas

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Two post today! For my High Hopes Stamps Release please scroll to my next post. This post if for Whimsy Stamps - Such a fun release... Fall and Winter - For my card I used the new Krista Heij-Barber image "Merry Moos-mas" Such a cutie!

I colored with my Copics - colors below - and then added some Marvy Snow Marker... everything is more fun with some snow puffed up with your image! I added some Merry Christmas papers from Paper Studios. Love that sweater pattern with this Moose. I sewed down the layers with a zig zag stitch and then found some Whimsy Stamps Dies... "Funky Christmas Tree Die" so fun! and then Merry Christmas, which is retired. I added some gold stickles to the top of the star on the tree.

Inside the card my left over papers -

Copic colors used -

You just have to go and see all the new stamps at Whimsy!! Look right HERE so much fun!! All new release products will be available for purchase on Sept. 7th.. follow the Whimsy Stamps Blog HERE to see all the new items all week! Great inspirations!

Hope you have a blessed day and see you tomorrow for Animal Crackers!
HUGS and

High Hopes Stamps - September Release - Christmas Baby Boy

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High Hopes Stamps September Release Day! and I am using the adorable "Christmas Baby Boy" image. How sweet is he?

He is colored with my Copic Markers and the a bit of Rangers Stickles for that fur trim. I used papers from Paper Studios Christmas Collection that are all sewn together with a zig zag stitch. The sentiment is also a High Hopes Stamp "Christmas Joy"  Such a cute sentiment with a fun font. The a few sparkled enamel dots in the top corners to finish it off.

Inside my scrap papers -

Copic colors used -

This is an adorable release for High Hopes again - To see all the images at the High Hopes Store click HERE and to see the inspiration from all the Design Team and to join in on this months challenge see the blog HERE, So much cuteness!

I have another post today coming a bit later please come back for the Whimsy Stamps Release post!
HUGS and

High Hopes Stamps - Fisherman Fred

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First let me thank each and every one that reads here for all the thoughts and prayers. We are fine here. I do send all my prayers to all those in Texas effected by Hurricane Harvey. He has really left an impact on Texas. So many friends, family and fellow Texans flooded out. My thoughts and prayers to all.

Now for my card today for High Hopes Stamps - I wanted a guy card for a friend. And this image of Fisherman Fred just seemed to perfect.

Such a fun image! I colored up Fred with my Copics (colors below) then I cut out with an oval Spellbinders Nestie, making sure to cut out the fishing rod of course. The edges are inked with Rangers Distress Ink Tea Dye ink.

My papers are fun Paper Studios Beach papers with a Kraft card stock all sewn together. Inked the edges as well and then added just a few Enamel Dots... just a few. Topped off with a great sentiment from High Hopes Stamps "Dropping A Line"

Inside more of the same papers.

Copic colors used -

There are so many PERFECT images to have fun with at High Hopes Stamps - HERE

Thanks so much -
Hugs and

Animal Crackers - Bracing for Harvey

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I am writing this early Friday Morning, and for the last couple of days we have been bracing for Hurricane Harvey. Now first - we are 130 miles from the coast, I pray for those closer and on the coast. Here we worry about tropical storm strength winds and flooding in our area. Our home is on a small hill, we will stay dry, but we may be stuck here while creeks and low water areas go down. And hopefully we not loose power. They are predicting 10-15 inches here... and tropical storm strength winds. With so many large older trees, and so many small barns that wind is what really keep a watch on. I would love to bring all my "children" inside... can you believe Hubby won't let me do that???  Could get crowded though.

Just after the sun was up Friday Hubby was out feeding... I followed with my camera.

The three stooges, our standards get a small flake... they don't need it as they have acres to graze. But well they are spoiled rotten and because others are being fed hay they believe they "need" breakfast too. So a small flake is shook out and made to look like a big pile just to make them happy. And that is all that is important right? That they are happy. We won't discuss the fact that they are so fat they are lumpy...

Darlene was very happy. The ladies don't get fed every day either. As they have a 10 acre pasture to graze. But with the heavy rains coming, they are probably going to get in the shelters and not spend much time out in the wind and rain. So "Dad" gave out some hay to make sure they have full bellies before it all settles in and starts raining.

We did have one girl in big trouble! And we were not happy with her!

With all that is going on around here. Macie decided to go missing. Second time this old lady has done this. But not what we needed right now! Oh she showed up... finally! After lots of yelling out and Hubby out walking and looking for her. We believe she has found her own little hiding spot and gets "lost" in her private time. Possible a small hole in the neighbors fence. So after the storm Hubby will have to brave the bushes and find her "spot". Bad Macie! Thrilled she finally did show up. I do love her to pieces!

Now the other donkeys were not concerned at all that she was missing... this look from Bella...

And this from Jazz...

 These were watching "Dad" witih the cart with the hay bale on it making sure that he was making his way to them. Such concern for their missing friend.. yea right! That just meant more hay for them!

We do have one little friend that I feel sad for. Just a little bit...

Olive Oyl is really missing her Momma, Paintbrush. She finally has bonded with one of her 1/2 sisters, Vera, and is hanging with her and "moving on", as well she should!! This "baby" is over 5 years old! Time to grow up Miss Olive! Life is tough!

Well better get back to work and getting prepared. Was thinking I might make some cookies today so we have them over the weekend. We all have to do our part right?

I send prayers to all of those dealing with Hurricane Harvey and all the First Responders. Stay safe!

Bless you all -
HUGS and

Whimsy Stamps - Kitten Halloween

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Today I have a very cute little Kitty to show off! This is from Whimsy Stamps and is called "Kitty Halloween" by Lee Holland.

Such a sweet little kitty!! I colored with my Copics (colors below) and found a pattern paper from Simple Stories. For my card stock I used a brown for the base and then an orange from coredinations as the mat. I sanded the edges a bit. For my sentiment I used Whimsy's Dies Brush Script Uppercase Alphabet, and spelled out "BOO" Love these letters! Then a couple of Whimsy's older retired Leaf Vine dies.

Inside of the card all the same papers.

Copic markers used -

There are just so many cute stamps at Whimsy Stamps - if you are trying to get your Halloween cards started and out in plenty of time... Visit the Whimsy Stamps Store HERE and I promise you will find so many things you just have to have!!

Hope you have a blessed day!
HUGS and