A new cartridge for my cricut

And it is so cool! I'm sure that Wild Card has been out for awhile, most blogs have had Tutorials and info on this cartridge since 2009, but let me tell you, there is nothing better than getting something NEW TO YOU! I bought this cute little cricut cartridge set today from my local Wal-Mart. It was marked down on clearance and was $45. I'm sure I could have ebayed and gotten in cheaper and some point... but hey I didn't have to pay shipping or wait LOL.

So, I found some really cool blogs that told me all the things I could do with the cartridge and I've been playing ever since. I've come to realize I can make so much.. and there are so many more fun things I want to get to dress up my cards! New toys are the best. And I used this one to make a birthday card for a good friend, and I'm going to use it to make really cool thank you cards for my Scentsy customers. I've also got great plans for an upcoming babyshower LOL. Now I can add this to my card making arsenal and add to that my cuttlebug there isn't much I'm missing now.

Ok.. I lie... I need a Stampin' Up Idea book and I need to order a CTMH idea book and some toys from both of them. Then I'm sure I'll be happy for at least a month!

I also saw the cutest tutorial for making a baby dress out of dish towels. Much like a pillowcase dress, but with a bit of embroidery and some cute ribbon this can be the cutest thing! So, when I get breathing room, I'll post pictures of all of my attempts!

If anyone is a SU demonstrator and would like to send me a catty ;) just send me a message!

Have a great crafty day everyone!

Mother's Day Inspirations

I've spent the last week making handmade Mother's Day cards. I have been really inspired here lately by some magazines, friends' artwork, and the basic desire to create something Hallmark didn't make! My hope is that the recipients will know that even though it's only a card, it was a card that was made uniquely for each individual. Most of the Mom's in my life received their own handmade card with a special note inside, and Scentsy warmers with Scents. I even made an embroidered apron with a unique logo for my Mom's business. Hopefully to let her know how proud I am and how special I think she is. Of course I got her some great perfume to go with that LOL.

What did you do for Mother's Day gifts? Did you buy or create? I have seen great project ideas, and I really can't wait to get bogged down in creativity with my sewing, embroidery, and all my fun other little crafting tools. I will try and post some pictures of my works later.

On another note, my husband has started spoiling me this evening. For Mother's Day he gave me a beautiful gift set of a watch, earrings, and matching necklace. And for dinner he has made me a chicken fettuccine with french bread, steamed broccoli, and Italian Red Wine. SO GOOD!

Have a wonderful Mother's Day everyone!