A Bunny Tails winner and some news...

Welcome to the weekend my friends!

It's time to announce the winner of the Sweet November March release... this month has been all about Easter with the Bunny Tails set being introduced to the Sweet November family. Now without further ado the winner of the Sweet November March candy is:

• Bunny Tails goes to- Sara I.

Congratulations Sara! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.  :)

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the March previews. Don't forget that all of the new stamps are now available in the CCD store.

And now for the big news, some of you may have read on Tress' blog that this is actually the last Sweet November release that I will have with CC Designs. After a little over four years of designing stamps I have had to make the tough decision to step away and let Sweet November go for the time being. I've had such an amazing time getting to share my little imaginings with all my fellow crafters but as life changes and new challenges and goals present themselves I've had to reevaluate what my time and energies go towards. And while I will certainly miss traveling into Sweet November Land with you each month I know that saying goodbye to SNL is the right choice for me. I want to thank everyone for joining me on this fantastic journey, Christine from CC Designs for giving me this opportunity, and especially all of the Sweet November Gals and Guest Gals that have so beautifully helped me showcase my stamps over the years. Tress and Nancy being my current team, a very heartfelt thanks goes to both of you dear ladies... you inspire me more than you know. :)

I'm also stepping down from my design team duties at CC Designs but I promise that does not mean that I am through stamping, crafting, and sharing my creations here on the ol' blog. I plan on being around as much as possible because I still very much love this wonderful hobby of ours. So even though some things are changing I've no plans to leave this blogging community any time soon. ;)     

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Pebbles (Garden Party)
stamps- CC Designs (Snail)
ink- Memento tuxedo black and Colorbox creamy brown
Glossy Accents
Studio Calico wood grain sequins
Doodlebug sequins
Tim Holtz tiny paperclip 
My Favorite Things doily die
Sakura stardust glitter pen
Copic makers:
snail- G20, YG91, YG61, YG93, E40, E81, 0
background- E40, E41, E43, 0, R00, R02, R14, YG00, YG03, YG67, BG57, Y35, Y38, E50, E30, E31

Egg-stra special Easter candy!

Good morning!

Today we are hopping down the bunny trail hoping to catch a glimpse of those sweet chocolate Easter bunnies as they prepare for all the jellybean eating and egg hunting fun of the holiday. These four long eared laddies have plenty to keep them busy as they hop from one task to the next. Whether it is painting eggs, hiding eggs, collecting butterflies, or even digging up a carrot or two it is difficult to find them resting for even a moment. Still, there is always one sure fire way to get an Easter Bunny to pause long enough to pose for a card or two and that is by bribing them with their favorite Easter treat... marshmallow peeps! Don't ask me why, but all that sugar seems to have a reverse effect on an Easter Bunny's energy level. Instead of experiencing a sugar rush, the bunnies mellow and relax for a short time but all too soon their natural energy returns and they are back to dashing about quick as a wink.

As a thanks for the peeps treat, these chocolate bunnies have some candy of their own to share with one lucky stamper today... take a look...     

The Bunny Tails candy kit includes; Sweet November Bunny Tails rubber stamp set, ten 6x6 sheets of Pebbles Garden Party paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, doilies, Studio G stamp set, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, March 7th and I will announce the winner on Saturday, March 8th. 

Now you'll want to hop, hop, hop on over to Sweet November Gal Tress' blog, she has some sweet bunny love to share! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for Tress, you will get an extra name in the hat and this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

Well, that's a wrap on the CC Designs March sneak peeks. There are even more Bunny Tails previews over on the CCD blog today with another chance to comment and win so don't miss that as well! And all of the new March stamps will be available in the CCD store tomorrow, March 6th, at noon est!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Pebbles (Garden Party)
stamps- Sweet November (Bunny Tails), Amy R (Egg-cellent Easter sentiments)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine onyx black, Prima shabby tote
Papertrey Ink twine
Kaiser Craft pearls
American Crafts Knock Out border punch
doilies
Sharpie white marker
Copic markers:
bunnies- E30, E31, E34, E40, 0, R00, R01, R02
clothes/accessories- BG70, BG72, B01, C1, C5, E74, E79, YG03, YG21, YG03, YG67, E35, E57, E59, RV42, R12, R14, Y11, Y32, Y38, YR04, Y13, Y35

My most favorite and a winner...

Hello, hello!

 

It's time to announce the winner of the Sweet November January release!

This month has been all about Valentine's Day with The Birds and The Bees being introduced to the Sweet November family. Now without further ado the winner of the Sweet November January candy is:

• The Birds and The Bees go to- Lindsay

Congratulations Lindsay! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the January previews. Don't forget that all of the new stamps and die cutters are now available in the CCD store. 
As always, it's been a blast and I can't wait to see these new images take off on flights of fancy on your Valentine cards and projects! :)

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- My Mind's Eye (Collectable)
stamps- Sister Stamps (Cappy), Studio Calico (sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine onyx black, Prima shabby tote
Studio Calico vellum star stickers and wood veneer stars
Heidi Swapp decorative tape
Sharpie white marker
Sakura clear glaze pen
Copic markers:
YR30, YR31, YR21, YR23, E33, R02, R12, E13, W5, W9

We've got a Christmas winner!

Happy Saturday friends!

It's time to announce the winner of this month's Sweet November release! 
This time around we headed back to the North Pole and were introduced to Mrs. Claus' frisky little kitten named Midnight. And now, without further ado, here is the lucky winner:

• Midnight's Christmas goes to- grace 

Congratulations Grace! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the November previews. I'll leave you today with a quickie card that I made using a lovely little angel from the CC Designs October release, Peace On Earth. And don't forget that all of the new stamps and die cutters are now available in the CCD store. :)

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Making Memories (green), Crate (white), BoBunny (red)
stamps- CC Designs (Peace On Earth), AmyR (Christmas Sentiments II)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine onyx black and Colorbox creamy brown
Freckled Fawn gold washi
Divine Twine
Heidi Swapp chipboard stars
Gold Smooch
Copic markers:
skin- E000, E00, E11, R00, R20
hair- YR30, YR31, E31
clothes- E50, E81, 0, E40, Y11, Y21, Y26, Y28, R05, E09

Christmas mischief and some candy!

Up at the North Pole in Santa's Christmas village, Mrs. Claus has a new furry friend to keep her company during Santa's busy day away. It may seem strange to name a snow white kitten Midnight, but being at the top of the world they see their share of midnight sunshine and Mrs. Claus has always had a sense of humor. And Midnight is quite mischievous, keeping Mrs. Claus and all those elves on their toes. 

They can't forget to hang the fragile glass ornaments higher on the trees otherwise Midnight is right there to bat and swat at the entertaining baubles until they fall and break. Oh and don't' even think about leaving wrapped packages out before Christmas eve because Midnight will waste no time tearing into those pretty papers just to play with the ribbons and hide inside the boxes. When she works up an appetite, Midnight will sneak into the kitchen looking for Santa's plate of cookies and glass of milk to pilfer. She may try to be careful but you just know that that milk will be all over the table before you can bat an eye. And when she finally gets a bit sleepy, Midnight heads into the bedroom but it isn't the bed she is looking for... nope, only one of Santa's extra hats will do for her to curl up and cat nap on. Despite all the trouble she gets into everyone in the workshop loves and adores this little Christmas kitty.

And you will love the candy she has to share too, take a look...    

The Midnight's Christmas candy kit includes; Sweet November Midnight's Christmas rubber stamp set, ten 6x6 sheets of Echo Park 'Tis the Season paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, Studio Calico wood veneer stars, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, November 8th and I will announce the winner on Saturday, November 9th. 

Now you'll want to head on over to the Sweet November Gal blogs. Nancy and Tress both have Christmas cuteness overload going on today! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN Gals on their blogs, you will get an extra name in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

Well, that's all there is to this one and done SN November sneak peek. There are more previews over on the CCD blog today with another chance to comment and win so don't miss that as well! Don't forget... November stamps and dies will be available for purchase at the CC Designs store Thursday, November 7 at 9am EST!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Echo Park ('Tis the Season)
stamps- Sweet November (Midnight's Christmas), Amy R (Christmas sentiments II)
ink- Memento tuxedo black and Prima shabby tote
American Craft jute twine
Martha Stewart beaded ruffle border punch
Studio Calico wood veneer stars
Sharpie white marker
Copic Spica glitter pens
Copic markers:
kitten- E50, E51, W0, 0, R01
everything else- E40, E41, W0, R24, R27, R29, E18, YG03, YG67, G29, Y21, E30, E31, YG01, BG0000, BG000

Comfort and joy and candy!

The third and final day of the October Sweet November previews is here and we are still enjoying the scents and sounds of Mrs. Claus' bustling Christmas kitchen. Gingy and his pals are busy at the cookie station... a place where they naturally feel right at home. One of the little gingerbread men is taking a break from rolling out dough, stopping to rest atop the well used rolling pin, while Gingy himself is practicing his skills with the icing bag. And the best part is that we get to enjoy the tasty delights that these magical Christmas gingerbread men have made just for us.

Plus one lucky stamper will be taking home some extra special candy as well, take a look see...   

The Gingy candy kit includes; two Sweet November Gingy rubber stamps, ten 6x6 sheets of Simple Stories December Documented paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, K&Co Christmas cookie pillow stickers, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, October 4th and I will announce the winner on Saturday, October 5th. 

Now you'll want to head on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs. Nancy and Tress are cooking up creativity that will have you craving more! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

That's a wrap on the Sweet November October sneak peeks. There are even more Gingy previews over on the CCD blog today with another chance to comment and win so don't miss that as well! And all of the new October stamps will be available in the CCD store tomorrow morning, 10/3, at 9am est!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Simple Stories(December Documented)
stamp- Sweet November (Rolling Pin Gingy and Icing Gingy)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, and Prima brown
K&Co pillow cookie stickers
Martha Stewart border punch
 Sharpie white marker
Copic markers:
E33, E39, E19
R05, R08, E09
E55, E57, E59, BG000
E44, E47, E49
E40, E41, E42, 0, C00, C1, C2, C3, R14, R17, R05, E30, E31, E44, R24, R29, E19

Making spirits bright... with candy!

Day two of the October Sweet November previews finds us back in the warm and inviting kitchen of Mrs. Claus. This cozy room is the abode of some very special gingerbread men. Christmas magic has brought these cute cookies to life and they love to spend their days decorating all sorts of holiday confections. Gingy and his pals have been busy popping popcorn... some to string for garland but most has been for munching. They have also been sorting the biggest and best of the gumdrops for the special gingerbread house that they've been putting together.

With all of that candy lying around there is bound to be some extra for Gingy to share... check it out...

The Gingy candy kit includes; two Sweet November Gingy rubber stamps, ten 6x6 sheets of SEI Kris Kringle paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, stick pins, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, October 4th and I will announce the winner on Saturday, October 5th. 

Be sure to check out the Sweet November Gals' blogs next. Nancy and Tress will quickly have you craving some gingerbread and other delicious Christmas sweets! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

Thanks for stopping by for the second day of Sweet November October previews. We have one more day of Gingy fun tomorrow, so I hope to see you then!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- SEI (Kris Kringle)
stamp- Sweet November (Gingy Gumdrops and Gingy Popcorn Garland)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine onyx black, and Prima shabby tote
K&Co pillow cookie stickers
American Crafts jute twine
Ranger Icicle Stickles
Sharpie white marker
Copic markers:
E33, E39, E19
R05, R08, E09
E55, E57, E59, BG000
E44, E47, E49, E50, E30, 0, R24, R29,E09, YG21, YG25, G29, YG00, YG01, YG03, YR30, W00, W1, W3

Joy filled holiday candy!

The October Sweet November previews are upon us but instead of visiting Sweet November Land let's take a trip up to the North Pole. 
While Santa is in the workshop overseeing toy production for the upcoming holiday season, Mrs. Claus is busy baking up all sorts of sweet treats in the kitchen. And she's not alone, she's got help from Gingy, the sweet little gingerbread man brought to life by Christmas magic. Gingy is an artiste when it comes to decorating all of the treats and delicacies that Mrs. Claus whips up. Today he is using candy canes to make a heart pattern on his fancy gingerbread house. It's Gingy's way to represent the love that is the spirit of the season.

And to spread that love Gingy has some Christmas candy to share with one lucky crafter, take a look...    

The Gingy Candy Cane Love candy kit includes; one Sweet November Gingy Candy Cane Love rubber stamp, ten 6x6 sheets of Heidi Swapp Believe paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, glitter pillow heart stickers, Studio G stamp set, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, October 4th and I will announce the winner on Saturday, October 5th. 

Be sure to check out the Sweet November Gals' blogs next. Nancy and Tress have been busy in the kitchen whipping up some super sweet Christmas cards! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

I hope you have enjoyed this first day of Sweet November October previews. We have even more Christmas kitchen fun in store tomorrow! !

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Heidi Swapp (Believe)
stamp- Sweet November (Gingy Candy Cane Love)
ink- Memento tuxedo black and Prima shabby tote
K&Co glitter pillow hearts
Scribbles 3D shiny white paint
Sharpie white marker
Copic markers:
E33, E39, E19
R05, R08, E09
E55, E57, E59, BG000
E44, E47, E49, E50, E30, 0, R24, R29, C00, C1, C2

A big top winner!

Happy Saturday friends!

It's time to announce the winner of the Sweet November September release! 
This month we took a trip to the circus and met Big Top Bailey, her monkey pal Barney and Ellie the baby elephant. Now without further ado the winner is:

• Big Top Bailey and Ellie goes to- Tiffany Miller

Congratulations Tiffany! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the September previews. Don't forget that all of the new stamps and die cutters are now available in the CCD store. 
As always, it's been a grand ol' time and I can't wait to see your circus inspired cards and projects! :)

Happy haunting winners!

Hi guys!

It's finally Saturday and that means it's time to announce the winners of the Sweet November August release! This month we have braved Spookville to find new Halloween friends and we were introduced to Tish, Frankie, Frannie and that crazy kitten, Midnight.
Now, without further ado the winners of the Sweet November August candies are:

• Tish goes to- Bubbli Gurl 
• Frankie goes to- Linda
• Frannie goes to- Jennifer J
• Midnight's Mischief goes to- Diane

Congratulations ladies! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the August previews. Don't forget that all of the new stamps and die cutters are now available in the CC Designs store. 
As always, it's been so much fun and I can't wait to see the fiendishly fantastic cards and projects created with our new spooky friends!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- My Mind's Eye (Blackbird), Pink Paislee
stamps- Drozy's Darlings (Playful Ghosts), Amy R (Ghostly Greetings)
ink- Memento tuxedo black and Prima old road
Studio Calico wood veneer stars
Copic markers:
Y35, Y38, YR04, YR18, Y13, Y15, E84, E87, C0, C1

Midnight candy!

It's time to make a side trip back into the deep, dark twisty woods just beyond Sweet November Land. There we will find the place of haunted houses, creepy castles and mad scientist labs galore. This spooky village is inhabited year round by a host of quirky characters that are both a little sweet and a little sour. The only time that they venture out into our world is on that one special night of October 31st. It is then that they can blend in with the crowds of innocent trick-or-treaters and play mischief on all they meet.
So light up a jack o' lantern and hold it high as we cautiously trek into the woods to see who we can find...

As we leave Spookville behind us and travel back through the dark woods on our way home, a small, lonely cottage catches our eye. After all we've been through perhaps we should avoid this mysterious abode. But as we walk past a low window a pair of curious eyes peek out at us and a tentative meow can be heard. Drawn in to investigate we stumble on quite the scene... it appears to be a witch's cottage and she has left her kitten, Midnight, all alone for the evening. In her absence Midnight has been a very mischievous kitty, from the look of things he has been playing in the cauldron and spilling potions all over the floor. Then he must have let all the toads escape on his way to batting around the black widows in the corner. Finally, after leaving all that mayhem in his wake, Midnight has tired himself out and finds an extra hat to snuggle down on for a quick cat nap. Awww... how cute! But wait, I doubt the witch will be very happy when she returns and finds her cottage all in a shambles and I certainly don't want her to blame us for the destruction! We had best hurry back on our way before we find ourselves turned into one of those critters that Midnight enjoys toying with so much. 

And while we may not be to blame for all that mischief, I did snag some Midnight candy to share with one lucky stamper... check it out...   

The Midnight's Mischief candy kit includes; one Sweet November Midnight's Mischief rubber stamp set, ten 6x6 sheets of October Afternoon Witch Hazel paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, Studio Calico wood veneer stars, star stick pins, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, August 2nd and I will announce the winners on Saturday, August 3rd. 

The Sweet November Gals, Nancy and Tress, have been creating some mischief of their own that you won't want to miss! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

And that is a wrap on the August Sweet November previews. There is more Sweet November fun happening on the CC Designs blog today with even more chances to win these new stamps so head on over and check it out! 

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- October Afternoon (Witch Hazel)
stamps- Sweet November (Midnight's Mischief set), Hero Arts (sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine Onyx Black, Prima old road
Knot&Bow twine
American Craft Knock Out border punch
Studio Calico wood veneer stars
Copic markers:
midnight- W0, W1, W5, W7, W9, R02
hat- C5, C7, C9, YR20, YR21, YR24, YR27
cauldron/potions- T2, T5, T7, T9, BG0000, BG000, G16, G17, FYG2, Y35, Y38, YR18, FYG1, YG01, E23, E25, E27, 
toad- G40, G43, YG01
ground- N0, N2, N4, N6, N8, N10

Tricks and treats and candy...

It's time to make a side trip back into the deep, dark twisty woods just beyond Sweet November Land. There we will find the place of haunted houses, creepy castles and mad scientist labs galore. This spooky village is inhabited year round by a host of quirky characters that are both a little sweet and a little sour. The only time that they venture out into our world is on that one special night of October 31st. It is then that they can blend in with the crowds of innocent trick-or-treaters and play mischief on all they meet.
So light up a jack o' lantern and hold it high as we cautiously trek into the woods to see who we can find...

Even though we got out of going to that questionable Monster Mash party we still find ourselves exploring the crooked streets of Spookville. Down dark lanes and eerie alleyways, it seems as if every step we take is being watched by strange eyes. Before we know it everything seems turned around and we find ourselves completely lost. Lucky for us a small green monster comes bouncing out of the shadows and introduces herself as Frannie. She exclaims with delight at the sight of us and explains that she has been looking for our group ever since her boyfriend Frankie mentioned running into some crazy crafters. It isn't every day that Spookville gets visitors so she just had to see us for herself. Frannie doesn't know quite what to make of us but when we ask for her help she is happy to oblige. She quickly leads us through the winding streets until we are back on the edge of that now familiar forest. Frannie asks if we truly have to leave so soon... there is a great after party later in the evening with all sorts of shenanigans planned. But if we want to make it back home before dawn we really should get moving. 
So we thank Frannie for her help and in turn she has some candy to share with us... take a look...     

The Frannie candy kit includes; one Sweet November Frannie rubber stamp, eleven 6x6 sheets of Doodlebug Halloween Parade paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, Studio G stamp set, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, August 2nd and I will announce the winners on Saturday, August 3rd. 

Don't forget to take a look at the Sweet November Gals' blogs today, Nancy and Tress have got some frightfully fantastic cards to share! :) 
Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

That's it for day three of the Sweet November August previews. There is one more day of previews left and we've got a very mischievous little character to introduce to you then so don't miss out!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Doodlebug (Halloween Parade)
stamps- Sweet November (Frannie), Amy R (Ghostly Greetings sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine Onyx Black, Prima old road
Doodlebug stickers and brad
Simon Says Stamp speech bubble die
Kaiser Craft gems
Copic markers:
skin- G20, G40, G43, YG67
hair- T5, T7, T9, W00, W1
eyes- BV02, BV04
clothes- RV66, RV69, RV99, BV02, BV04, BV08, C1, Y38, YR04,YR18

Monster madness and some candy!

It's time to make a side trip back into the deep, dark twisty woods just beyond Sweet November Land. There we will find the place of haunted houses, creepy castles and mad scientist labs galore. This spooky village is inhabited year round by a host of quirky characters that are both a little sweet and a little sour. The only time that they venture out into our world is on that one special night of October 31st. It is then that they can blend in with the crowds of innocent trick-or-treaters and play mischief on all they meet.
So light up a jack o' lantern and hold it high as we cautiously trek into the woods to see who we can find...

As we leave the spooky forest behind us the simple path below our feet gradually turns into a clearly defined road. Do we follow where it leads or make our own way into the unknown murky surroundings? At this time of night I'm thinking we should stay on the road and see where it takes us. Before long we crest a small hill and find ourselves looking out over a quirky little town full of colorful houses and crooked roads weaving through them. We decide to take a look around the odd little neighborhoods and the first inhabitant that we meet is a green monster in a flashy orange and purple suit. He introduces himself as Frankie and asks us if we are there for the annual Monster Mash party. We tell him that we didn't know about a party but it sure sounds like fun. Frankie excitedly recounts all of the highlights from past Mashes and the more he goes on about bat's eye punch, tongue of newt poppers, and electrode boogaloo the more hesitant we are about actually attending. So when a hearse pulls up offering a ride, Frankie jumps in but we suddenly remember a very important appointment that we forgot about until just this moment. He's disappointed to hear that but encourages us to stop by the festivities if our appointment runs short. 

And before he leaves Frankie pulls out some special Halloween candy to share... check it out...      

The Frankie candy kit includes; one Sweet November Frankie rubber stamp, eleven 6x6 sheets of Doodlebug Halloween Parade paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, Doodlepop stickers, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, August 2nd and I will announce the winners on Saturday, August 3rd. 

Now you'll want to shuffle on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs where Nancy and Tress have got some real monster mash bashes going on! :) Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

Thanks for joining us on this second day of Sweet November August previews. The monster mash continues tomorrow so don't miss that!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Doodlebug (Halloween Parade)
stamps- Sweet November (Frankie), Amy R (Ghostly Greetings sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Colorbox blackbird
Doodlebug stickers
buttons
The Twinery twine
Copic markers:
skin- G20, G40, G43
hair- T5, T7, T9
eyes- YG67, BG000
clothes- RV66, RV69, V09, V06, BV02, BV04, C5, C7, C9, C1, Y38, YR04, YR07

Beware of spooks with candy!

It's time to make a side trip back into the deep, dark twisty woods just beyond Sweet November Land. There we will find the place of haunted houses, creepy castles and mad scientist labs galore. This spooky village is inhabited year round by a host of quirky characters that are both a little sweet and a little sour. The only time that they venture out into our world is on that one special night of October 31st. It is then that they can blend in with the crowds of innocent trick-or-treaters and play mischief on all they meet.
So light up a jack o' lantern and hold it high as we cautiously trek into the woods to see who we can find...

The hour of twilight nears as an imposing stone castle rises up out of the forest of pine trees before us. After our past experiences I'm hesitant about entering any of the strange abodes in this place but with night falling perhaps we would be safer to get inside. It's cool and dark as we make our way up the tall tower, brushing cobwebs away with each step. Finally we find ourselves in a spacious room overlooking the trees below, the only illumination coming from a group of grinning jack o'lanterns and the full moon outside. Suddenly we hear the sound of wings beating the night air as a tiny bat flits in through the window. Just as quickly as the bat appeared it spins and disappears into a puff of eerie mist only to become a sleek little vampiress. She introduces herself as Tish and she is thrilled to have a new audience to show off her brand new silk cape to because the jack o'lanterns never seem to appreciate her keen fashion sense. We all agree that she looks quite stylish and Tish excitedly explains that she got her new ensemble because her beau, Thurston, is due to arrive soon. She then gives our group another look as if an idea has come to her and she wonders if we might want to join them both for dinner. But the way she keeps eying our necks tells me that this is one dinner we don't want to be a part of. So we quickly decline her invitation as politely as possible and high tail it back downstairs. 
And while Tish is disappointed we can't stay she does have some special Halloween candy to offer one of her new crafty friends... take a look...    

The Tish candy kit includes; one Sweet November Tish rubber stamp, ten 6x6 sheets of October Afternoon Witch Hazel paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, wood veneer stars, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, August 2nd and I will announce the winners on Saturday, August 3rd. 

Be sure to fly on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs next! You will be positively mooning over the cards that Nancy and Tress have created! :) Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

I hope you have enjoyed this first day of Sweet November August previews. We have even more Halloween fun in store tomorrow!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- October Afternoon (Witch Hazel)
stamps- Sweet November (Vampire Tish), CC Designs (Castle Window), Papertrey Ink (stitches)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Versafine Onyx Black, Colorbox creamy brown
Queen&Co gems
October Afternoon miscellany
sharpie white marker
Copic markers:
skin- E0000, E000, E70, E71, E04, R00, W1, W3
hair- T5, T7, T9
eyes- E34, E27, BG000
clothes- R05, R08, E08, E09, C5,C7, C9, E81, W00
scene- W1, W2, W3, W4, W5, W7, BG72, BG70, BG75, BG78, G28, Y0000, Y000, Y00

We've got winners making a splash!

Hello and happy Saturday to you!

I've been so busy these past couple days with an extended 4th of July celebration, which is even continuing tonight after work as well. Our second fireworks show is tonight so I'll be staying in town and enjoying time with a bunch of my family for a yummy BBQ. :)

Anywho... I know you are all here because it's time to announce the winners of the Sweet November July release! This month we have taken to the ocean and have been swimming right along side the new little mermaids as they make their first journey up to the surface.
Now, without further ado the winners of the Sweet November July candies are:

• Nami goes to- Bev Hill
• Nalu goes to- gobeagirl
• Hanalei goes to- Krystal Edmond

Congratulations ladies! Please email me at: pete_danger @ hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize sent out as soon as possible.

Big thanks again to everyone who came out for the July previews. Don't forget that all of the new stamps and die cutters are now available in the CC Designs store. 
As always, it's been so much fun and I can't wait to see the fintastic cards and projects created with our new mermaid friends!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Carta Bella and Basic Grey
stamps- Drozy's Darlings (Summer Day set), AmyR (Sunny sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black and espresso truffle, Colorbox creamy brown
Prima flowers
Kaiser Craft pearls
Martha Stewart butterfly punch
Copic Spica glitter pen
Copic markers:
skin- E000, E00, E11, R00, R20
hair- YR31, YR23, YR24, YR27
clothes- E30, E31, E33, RV10, RV23, RV34, YG01, YG03, YG67, Y11, Y32, Y35, Y38, BG000, G0000, G000

Just keep swimming for some candy...

It has been quite some time since we have made our way to the sandy shores of Sweet November Land. Now that the long, hot days of summer are upon us the conditions are once again perfect for a mermaid sighting or two. ;)

Unlike her sisters, Hanalei is a bit nervous about going to the surface for the very first time. Up until now all she has known is the calm, gentle swaying of the kelp beds and the lazy currents around the clam shell nursery where she has grown up. Finding herself on her first big adventure up to the surface she's not sure whether she likes all the hustle and bustle of topside activities. With a bit of coaxing from us and the reassurance of a friendly pair of sea turtles little Hanalei finds the courage to leave her comfort zone and explore new horizons. Before long she can't even remember what she was so scared of as she plays in the surf with Nami, Nalu and all of her new found friends. 

And wouldn't you know Hanalei has brought some candy with her to share with one lucky crafter, take a peek...    

The mermaid Hanalei candy kit includes; one Sweet November Hanalei rubber stamp, ten 6x6 sheets of BoBunny Barefoot and Bliss paper, Prima flowers and Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, washi tape, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 
All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, July 5th and I will announce the winners on Saturday, July 6th. 

Take a minute to float on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs next!  Nancy and Tress have really brought shy little Hanalei to life on their fantastic cards! :) Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

And that, my friends, wraps up the Sweet November July previews. Thanks so much for stopping by each day to welcome these new mermaids into the Sweet November family. If you want even more chances of winning these cuties don't forget to check out the CC Designs blog which is also featuring the SN Mermaid set in the preview today. 
Good luck!

Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- BoBunny (Barefoot and Bliss)
stamps- Sweet November (mermaid Hanalei)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Colorbox creamy brown
Papertrey Ink twine
crinkled ribbon
Kaiser Craft pearls
BoBunny sticker sentiment
Tim Holtz tiny attacher
Copic Spica glitter pen
Copic markers:
skin- E000, E00, E11, R00, R20, R14
eyes- BG13, BG18, BG000
hair/tail- Y38, YR04, YR07, YR68, Y00, Y02, Y06, YG01, YG03, YG95