Deconstructed Sketch No. 13

Here's the sketch at Deconstructing Jen's blog this week...all you have to do is click on Jen's name to check out her weekly sketches.


I barely made it this week with just 2 hours before the deadline, but I made it! I used a TGF digi image called Fairie - Summer...and what better way to color her than with Copics and Atyou Glitter pens?!!



I'm starting to get hooked on Jen's weekly sketches...not only does she come up with the best sketches, but the DT she's pulled together is MUCHO talented! Check it out if you get the chance, you won't be disappointed!

:Dx
Denice

A little rain and a little sun...

...mix them together and you get this gorgeous double rainbow!


Lucky us to open the patio door yesterday during one of the many storms in our area and get so see this spectacular show from mother nature...almost magical, don't you think?!!

TGF - Throwback Thursday - Cheeky Cherry Pie

It's my turn for Throwback Thursday on the Splendid Stamping blog today and I chose to use the always fab, Cheeky Cherry Pie as my throwback but really...there are no "throwbacks" when it comes to TGF stamps...I love them all!

The Cheeky stamps are some of my all time fav’s, with Cheeky Cherry Pie being in my top 10. I knew the minute I saw her I wanted...no, I knew that I HAD...to have her in my collection because cooking and baking are some of my favorite things to do. Recipe cards, tags, LO’s...just a few ways I use this cutie!


Here’s a fun scrapbooking LO that I made of my daughter and her apple pie from her Home Economics class in school last year. She made the crust and filling at school, but had to bake and eat the pie at home because of classroom time restraints. Whoever ate the pie with her had to grade and score the pie crust for part of her final grade. Ummmm, it’s true…she received an A, LOL!


A few things I used for this LO: Graphic 45 paper, PC Plantin and From my Kitchen cartridges, Memory Makers epherma, Copics, ric-rack, MS border punches, and TH distress inks.

Lastly, if you make any rubber purchase at TGF you'll receive this adorable free digi of Chibi Farm Hand.....but you need to hurry because this offer is only good through Friday, August 5th (tomorrow)!


As always, thanks for stopping by...I really do love chatting with all of you!
:Dx
Denice

Deconstructed Sketch No. 12

I've had a productive week...not only did I find the image I was looking for for a baby card, but I was also able to play along with Sketch 12 at deconstructing jen's this week too! I'm not sure if I can I really call that multi-tasking though?!!

I think this is one of my fav Jen sketches so far, but I have a feeling I'll be saying that every week 'cuz her sketches are so versatile and fun to create with.


I found this adorable baby clothesline digi by Asmaa on ETSY and printed just the onesie on patterned paper. This card went together really quick by using a small 8x8 paper stack by Little Yellow Bicycle called Baby Safari, making all coordinating paper choices easy peasy.


Thanks for stopping by, I always appreciate hanging with friends! :Dx

THREE CHEERS and YEARS for TGF!!!!

Hello, friends!

WELCOME to The Greeting Farm's THREE YEAR Birthday Bash!

We are SO excited to kick off the August release by celebrating that The Greeting Farm is officially three. years. YOUNG. First and foremost, we want to thank EVERYONE for your continued support, encouragement and enthusiasm these past three years. We know it's said all over the cyber-world, but we TRULY appreciate and understand the fact that if it weren't for all of you, TGF would not be anywhere near the community and business it is today and for that we are truly grateful.

On that note, before I show you my project for today, we want to announce that we have an EXCLUSIVE digi stamp as a gift with ANY rubber stamp purchase TODAY through FRIDAY, August 5th at 10pm CST. To claim your exclusive digi, just email Jessica with a copy of your receipt and your FREE GIFT will be sent shortly after! Remember, this is ONLY good through the 5th at 10pm so make sure you get yours before it disappears forever ;)

As for my special project....I made a card with Birthday Anya 2, isn't she just the YUMMIEST with that cupcake in her hands?!!


As for today's event, there are THREE NEW RELEASES and since we're feelin' generous on our birthday, we are giving away THREE August Release Prize Packs today (exclusive digi not included :) just for hopping with our Farmers and coming BACK to the TGF Blog to wish our little Farm a happy day!

You will have until 11:59pm CST tonight to comment on the DT's blogs and come back to the TGF Blog to leave some love!

Let's get started...first on the TGF Blog, where you can head back anytime in case you get lost or need to refresh along the way (trust me, we KNOW how exciting this is...heehee ;) oh! and we have ONE more special surprise today, too. Our Farm Fresh Challenge Team is joining in on the FUN! Please welcome these girls to our party as well - the more the merrier, I always say!

TGF Blog
1LuvnMama
Rachel Schneider
Tasha Beasley
Leanne Poe
Sparkle Smith

Carisa Zglobicki
Tracey Pickersgill
Denice Bartucci (that's me!)
Becca Fabozzi
Kim Yu

Jessica Diedrich
back to TGF Blog to leave your comment to WIN!

See you back soon and THANKS for celebrating with THREE CHEERS for THREE YEARS! Here's to MANY more!

:Dx

TSB Dilly-Dally Digi

I was searching on-line for a digi baby image for a baby shower this coming weekend when I ran across The Stamping Boutique site and I immediately fell in love with almost all of their images...OH MY, it was just too easy to fall for these adorable images. While browsing the store I found this Dilly-Dally image of a rainbow with dangling diamonds and bird cages and knew it would make a perfect birthday card for ___?___. (In case you're wondering...YES, I do have a few questionable friends in my life, lol!)

Oh, oh...I think it's obvious that this image doesn't qualify for a baby card...I'm still searching for just the right one.


I used Copics, Atyou Spica glitter pens, glossy accents, glitter, rhinestones, glitter paper, and sheer ribbon...all of which are perfect for a bright and cheery card!

Thanks for stopping by, it's always fun to see familiar faces! :Dx

O&A Surprise! Preview

This is the new O&A Surprise set that will be released on August 1st...isn't it just the cutest set?!! I know I say that with every new O&A release but it's true...I don't know how Marie does it every time?!! LOL!


I had so much fun making this card with the always cutie-patootie Amelia! The minute I saw this DP by Sassafras I knew I was going to use it for this card...it's gorgeous! I also used Nesties, flowers, balloons (wish I could remember by who), ribbon, and a MS butterfly punch...not to mention some fun yellow glittery paper!

Don't forget to check out all of the DT's previews today...these girls are inspiring!

Carisa Zglobicki
Tracey Pickersgill
Denice Bartucci (that's me!)
Becca Fabozzi
Kim Yu
Jessica Diedrich

Don't forget about the 3 year birthday celebration blog hop on Monday, August 1st over at the TGF blog. Not only will the DT be previewing the new releases, but the Farm Fresh DT is going to be joining the hop too! Did someone say PARTY?!! LOL! There will be 3 complete sets of the new releases given away, that's worth celebrating!!!! Hope to see all of you there!

You're Invited...

Hey, everyone!

We are SUPER excited to cordially invite you to TGF's THIRD Birthday bash/Blog Hop! Can you BELIEVE the Farm is turning three? We can't, and it wouldn't be a party without you, so please join us for a CELEBRATORY release!

When: Monday, AUGUST 1st, 2011
12:01 am CST-11:59 am CST
Where: TGF Blog

You definitely WON'T WANT to miss this. WHY? Well, here's ONE reason...introducing...Birthday Ian!


This little cutie is one of THREE new releases, to celebrate THREE years! And what's more? There will be THREE grand prize winners!

That is right! Just for hoppin' with the Farm on our THIRD birthday, THREE lucky commenters will be chosen to win the ENTIRE RELEASE! We are SO excited!

Be sure to check out the blogs of the rest of the TGF Farmers because there is another little party go-er floating around today that you will definitely want to meet ;)

Carisa Zglobicki
Tracey Pickersgill
Denice Bartucci (that's me!)
Becca Fabozzi
Kim Yu
Jessica Diedrich

That's it for me today, but I'll be back tomorrow with another birthday SURPRISE! Save the date and see ya tomorrow!

:Dx