MCT Inspire Me Tuesday: It's Take a Long Time...

Hey there!

Today at My Creative Time, we are showcasing projects we've created and what inspired us to create them. I was inspired by this photo of an old pocket watch. I loved the gold color of the metal, roman numerals, and wood background of the photo.

Image via Wikipedia

Typically, pocket watches are seen as masculine, but I wanted to 'girly' it up by using rhinestones, pearls and flowers in my design.

I embossed the clock (All Around Birthday Time) in gold and stamped the sentiment (More of My Favorite Sayings) in brown.

A diamond score pattern on the Kraft card base, paper piercing on the chocolate layer and gold shimmer card stock add more dimension and class to this already sophisticated design.

Thanks for stopping by today. Be sure to head over to Emma's blog to see what the rest of the Design Team was inspired to create.

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 3D Wednesday: Dishwasher Magnet

As the "Woman of the House", I take great pride in keeping my home clean and tidy, but feel no shame in asking for some help every now and then. Turns out, I'm NOT Superwoman. 

Who knew?

The job I most often ask for help with is loading and unloading the dishwasher. Why?

1. It's a fairly easy task.
2. The Hubs knows where almost everything gets put away. Almost.
3. It can be done without me having to ask.

Well, #3 isn't always so true. Many a time I will find a single dirty plate in the sink and wonder to myself,

Why was this left here? The dishes in the dishwasher are dirty. This plate should be with its friends in the dishwasher. 

 But I forget that I'm 'in charge' of the dishwasher all day, and I can't expect The Hubs to know that the dishwasher is full of dirty dishes waiting the arrival of more friends. I mean, how is he supposed to know that the dishes are dirty? It's not like there's a way to find that kind of classified information out! (Ladies, I know that WE know there is a way. *cough* open the dishwasher and check *cough* But can we really expect the men in our lives to know that secret? *giggle*)

Since I'm always looking for ways to making life easier (on both of us), I created this super simple magnet that we (*cough* I *cough*) can flip around on the dishwasher so we'll always know what state of cleanliness our dishes are in.

After designing and printing the graphic on my computer, I simply cut it out using the Stitched 3x4 Journal Die. To give it some extra weight, I also cut out the die in chipboard and adhered the graphic layer to it.

Pro tip: If you don't have chipboard laying around, a cereal box or backside of a paper pad will do fine!

I adhered a couple of magnets to the back and VOILA! It's ready for its kitchen debut!

If you're thinking to yourself, Wow! This is a great idea! I wish I had one just like it!, you're in luck. You can click here for a free download of the graphic file and cut it out for yourself at home!

Thanks for stopping by today. You can see the other designers' 3D projects on Emma's blog.

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 25th Release Blog Hop: 13.1

Welcome to the 25th Release Blog Hop! If you've hopped here from Tracy's blog, you're on the right track! If not, mosey on over to Emma's blog and you can start this Hop from the beginning.

Today I'm showcasing the new set Treasured Moments on a card I've made for my BFF, Stephanie. This Sunday, she and I (along with my husband) will be running in our very first Half Marathon. I'm so excited to be 'earning' my 13.1 sticker for the back of my car!!! *giggle*

I haven't been running for too long, but Stephanie is a very new runner, and I know she's nervous about the Big Day. So I made her this card (with a photo from her first official 5K) to remind her how awesome she is and how much I believe in her.

MCT Products Used
Stitched Round Speech Bubble Dies
Stitched 4 x 6 Journal Dies (numbers)
Type Calendar Stamp Set (July 21)
Treasured Moments Stamp Set ("I have faith in you!")

***BLOG HOP GIVEWAY ALERT***

For our Blog Hop giveaway, there will be 2 winners chosen from ALL the comments combined!  Both winners will win a $25 Gift Certificate to the My Creative Time Online Store!  All you have to do is leave a comment here along with the rest of the design team's blogs AND also leave a way for us to contact you! Emma will use random.org to pick the lucky winners!  Leave a comment on all blogs in this Hop for more chances to win! The deadline is Saturday, July 20th at 11:59pm! Emma will announce the winners on her blog on Monday, July 22nd!  EASY PEASY!!! GOOD LUCK!

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The Hop doesn't stop here - you've got one more blog! Check out what our Guest Designer, Jessica, has in store for you on her blog.

Thanks for stopping by today!

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

P.S. If you happen to be in the downtown Chicago area this Sunday and see Stephanie and me running (we'll be wearing our Hope Water Project jerseys - just like in the photo above), be sure to shout out some love to us. We can use all the motivation we can get!

MCT 25th Edition Sneak Peek: Feelin' Hexy

Hey, hey! It's Day 4 of My Creative Time sneak peeks (and pre-order). Today I'm featuring a 'special order' Card for a Cause that I made for a friend.

The design and layout of this card is pretty simple, but the dimension and patterns give it pizzazz. I was asked to not put any sentiments on the 'special order' cards so that they could be used for any occasion.

*****Sneak Peek Giveaway Time!*****

Okay, this time around we are doing something DIFFERENT! Since you ALL have seen this release in its entirety, we've decided to play a FUN game!  First of all, let me tell you what you will win! ONE LUCKY person will win ALL of this!

Prize Package Includes:

• D-Ring 12" x 12" album - Black Core kit
• (500) 3" x 4" Journaling cards
• (40) Bi-fold journaling cards 
• (4) 4" x 6" First page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" First page cards
• (4) 4" x 6" Last page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" Last page cards
• (60) 4" x 6" Title cards 
• (60) 12" x 12" Photo pocket pages
• (12) 13" x 3" Project Life dividers
• 14 White divider labels

We will ALSO have a 2nd prize winner who will win a $50 certificate to the My Creative Time store!

How do you qualify to win either of the two fabulous prizes? Let's play "I Spy"!

If you can "spy" one old or new My Creative Time product and tell us about it in the comments, you will be eligible to win one of these great prizes!

 ***SPREAD THE WORD TO THE WORLD ON Facebook, Instagram it (#mycreativetime) or even tweet about it. Then let us know on the MCT Facebook page.

GOOD LUCK!

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Be sure to check out what the other designers have in store for you at Emma's blog today. And remember that you can reserve your own Card for a Cause on my training blog (and just catch up on how I'm doing in my journey to 26.2 miles).

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 25th Edition Sneak Peek: The Best is Yet to Come

Welcome to the second day of Sneak Peeks for the NEW RELEASE! Yesterday's projects were FABULOUS, right?

Don't forget while you're hopping from blog to blog that you can PRE-ORDER this ENTIRE release NOW!!! Awesome-sauce!

As promised yesterday, I have another special card to share today. This beautiful, sophisticated card needs a new home - could it be yours? This is another Card for a Cause (click here to learn about Cards for a Cause and how YOU can support Hope Water Project by receiving this one-of-a-kind greeting card).

The layers, embossing, beautiful patterns and lace ribbon give so much elegance to this card, while the pearl, rhinestone and studded centerpiece really make it a stunner. This card is perfect for a wedding, new baby, new job, graduation, or ANY milestone!

*****Sneak Peek Giveaway Time!*****

Okay, this time around we are doing something DIFFERENT! Since you ALL have seen this release in its entirety, we've decided to play a FUN game!  First of all, let me tell you what you will win! ONE LUCKY person will win ALL of this!

Prize Package Includes:

• D-Ring 12" x 12" album - Black Core kit
• (500) 3" x 4" Journaling cards
• (40) Bi-fold journaling cards 
• (4) 4" x 6" First page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" First page cards
• (4) 4" x 6" Last page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" Last page cards
• (60) 4" x 6" Title cards 
• (60) 12" x 12" Photo pocket pages
• (12) 13" x 3" Project Life dividers
• 14 White divider labels

We will ALSO have a 2nd prize winner who will win a $50 certificate to the My Creative Time store!

How do you qualify to win either of the two fabulous prizes? Let's play "I Spy"!

If you can "spy" one old or new My Creative Time product and tell us about it in the comments, you will be eligible to win one of these great prizes!

 ***SPREAD THE WORD TO THE WORLD ON Facebook, Instagram it (#mycreativetime) or even tweet about it. Then let us know on the MCT Facebook page.

GOOD LUCK!

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Thank you so much for stopping by to see my project today. You can see what the other designers have up their sleeves on Emma's blog. And remember that YOU can own this "The Best is Yet to Come" card (and help provide clean water for people in need). Click here for more information.

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 25th Edition Sneak Peek: Think Green

Hey there! How awesome is it that you not only get to see FABULOUS sneak peeks from the MCT Design Team, but you can see the WHOLE release (and pre-order it) at the same time?!?!?! Ahhh!!!! So exciting.

Today (and throughout Sneaks) I have a very special card to share. This card is not only super cute, but it's up for grabs! Yep! You read that right. This is a Card for a Cause (click here to learn about Cards for a Cause and how YOU can own this one-of-a-kind greeting card).

This 5.25" square card is perfect for an earth-lovin', tree-huggin' friend for ANY occasion! If you've seen other projects of mine, you know that I often have a clean and simple style. But what I really love is piling a BUNCH of stuff on! *giggle*

The layering, patterned papers, paper piercing and LOADS of accessories give this card so much interest and make it a lot of fun.

The sun was made with two different sized circle punches and a large star punch (punched twice and layered to make the sun's rays). The little snail is a part of the grassy patterned paper (isn't he adorable?) and the earth and "think green!" thought bubble are dimensional stickers from a Recollections pack.

*****Sneak Peek Giveaway Time!*****

Okay, this time around we are doing something DIFFERENT! Since you ALL have seen this release in its entirety, we've decided to play a FUN game!  First of all, let me tell you what you will win! ONE LUCKY person will win ALL of this!

Prize Package Includes:

• D-Ring 12" x 12" album - Black Core kit
• (500) 3" x 4" Journaling cards
• (40) Bi-fold journaling cards 
• (4) 4" x 6" First page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" First page cards
• (4) 4" x 6" Last page cards
• (4) 3" x 4" Last page cards
• (60) 4" x 6" Title cards 
• (60) 12" x 12" Photo pocket pages
• (12) 13" x 3" Project Life dividers
• 14 White divider labels

We will ALSO have a 2nd prize winner who will win a $50 certificate to the My Creative Time store!

How do you qualify to win either of the two fabulous prizes? Let's play "I Spy"!

If you can "spy" one old or new My Creative Time product and tell us about it in the comments, you will be eligible to win one of these great prizes!

 ***SPREAD THE WORD TO THE WORLD ON Facebook, Instagram it (#mycreativetime) or even tweet about it. Then let us know on the MCT Facebook page.

GOOD LUCK!

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Thanks so much for stopping by today! Be sure to see what the other designers have in store for you at Emma's blog. And don't forget that YOU can own this Think Green card (and support a worthy cause). Click here for more information!

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica