Veronica's

A million prayers are needed

2012-05-03T13:36:00.002-04:00

I just received an email that knocked me off my socks. A fellow dear art friend found out she has cancer. She starts chemo next week. I am not sure if all of her family know so I won't say who but a million prayers are needed right now for this dear sweet friend and fellow art lover. You know who you are and know that you are in my prayers. Love V

TSA at Dulles Airport

2012-04-15T16:59:00.001-04:00

First let me say that I am all for TSA and know the job they do is so needed. I also understand if I have to go through second security. I get it I really do. What I don't get is the new set up at Dulles. You have one line to put your bag, shoes, etc on the belt then there are two lines one goes through the full body scanner and the second is the old fashion detector. Now, the problem with

AT home AT last

2012-04-13T18:28:00.001-04:00

Well, the week is over and yes, I am certified! woo hoo There was one point I wasn't so sure I would make it but I sucked up the feedback and made it. I just got home and what was waiting at my door???? My new sizzix eclips...I can't wait to play with it Sunday but now I am going to bed!

Cropstop

2012-04-08T18:26:00.001-04:00

This week we challenge you to try to do a ONE layer card or a Clean and Simple card/project. For some of us this is almost impossible, for others this is a piece of cake. Show off your projects and let us see that LESS is MORE! Remember that for the entire month of April, we challenge you to create a project based on Becky Fleck's newly released Potpourri Die Set from Spellbinders

April at Cropstop.

2012-04-08T18:25:00.001-04:00

Welcome to CropStop's April, Spellbinder/Becky Fleck Challenge! For the entire month of April, we challenge you to create a project based on Becky Fleck's newly released Potpourri Die Set from Spellbinders and her coordinating Pagemap Sketch. Coordinating Pagemap We know you don't have Becky's new die set yet, but we want to see what you can do with her Pagemap and make your

I just have to share

2012-04-08T18:14:00.002-04:00

So, Rick ( darling husband) has had the patience of a saint when it comes to me and my art. There have been weekends he hasn't seen be because I go into the studio in the morning with a cup of coffee and don't leave until it is time for Dinner that he made and then I may go back into the studio for a few more hours. So, what does a guy do if he wants to see his wife? He creates art with her.

Random Art

2012-04-08T18:09:00.000-04:00

This was a card for CropStop using ovals This was a card for Cropstop using a sketch I love this little lady and my new favorite die has to be this window die This tag was for bright and sunny. This canvas is going to Patti for our bi-monthly swap this time the inspiration was time. I will post a picture of what she sent me...OMG is all I am saying. I loved it Finally this is a

Over at Crop Stop

2012-03-11T16:56:00.000-04:00

Make a Card that is not a regular card. So here is my Tiffany inspired card. Inside it simply states..... Fabulous!

March is National Craft Month

2012-03-11T16:54:00.001-04:00

March is National Craft Month! To honor this creative celebration of the art of crafting, CropStop brings you a special challenge for the remainder of the month of March. Recently, CT member Lisa, posted a "shaped card" tutorial in our CropStop Forum and Message Board. It is also located HERE in the CropStop Challenge Blog. Our Creative Team challenges YOU to USE Lisa's "shaped card" tutorial

At CropStop.blogspot.com this week................

2012-03-03T17:15:00.002-05:00

CropStop's "Becky Fleck/Spellbinder" Challenge!We have a special challenge for you again this week on the CropStop Challenge Blog! Create and link your entry for an opportunity to winBecky Fleck's new die release from Spellbinder. Vist the CropStop Challenge Blog CropStop has the distinction of being one of the on-line web stores selected to premier the new Becky Fleck Pagemap Dies from

CropStop Challenge...... Pop over and post your amazing art

2012-02-26T12:47:00.002-05:00

With strange weather hitting everyone around the globe, you might have noticed some flowers starting to bloom. Have you? If they are not blooming in your garden, they WILL be blooming on your projects this week. This week's challenge is to have AT LEAST 3 flowers in it. You may choose any kind of project and any kind of flowers, but we want to see them bloom on your project! Our DT has been

New Design Team members for CropStop!!

2012-01-29T20:07:00.001-05:00

We had an extremely overwhelming response to our CropStop Creative Team call. Thank you so much to everyone that applied for our team. Please watch for future calls and be sure to submit again. It was a long road to choosing and finalizing our choices and getting the details in order and... We are happy to announce the addition of 4 members to our CropStop Creative Crew! A huge welcome to....

At last

2012-01-22T17:51:00.000-05:00

Finally I have the studio done!!!!!!!

This week over at www.CropStop.Blogspot.com

2011-12-08T15:12:00.002-05:00

Come join the fun at www.cropstop.blogspot.comThis week it is all about the music....... make anything you want using music as your inspiration!

Hectic Week

2011-12-05T18:32:00.001-05:00

Wow, and just when I thought it wouldn't or couldn't get much more hectic that it is.......... IT DOES. I at least get to sleep in a few minutes later tomorrow..... Then off on Thursday to make a ton of cake pop balls. Sunday is decorate 500 cake pop ball day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! wow, oh and I need to make Tim Holtz tags too!!!!

Tim Holtz 12 Tags of Christmas Tag 1

2011-12-01T13:36:00.002-05:00

Here is my take on Tim's first tag of 2011!www.timholtz.comAll items I bought at www.cropstop.com The best prices on anything you need to make Tim Tags!After seeing Tim's video on how to make the tattered pine cone, I had to go and buy itMake sure you use my coupon code to make a purchase at cropstop!

DESIGN TEAM CALL

2011-11-22T15:17:00.002-05:00

CROP STOP CREATIVE TEAM 2012 CropStop is looking for 2 committed team members to bring inspiration and creativity to our site through card and layout projects. The Creative Team call is open to all. We welcome international submissions. The Creative Team term is February 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012 Deadline for submission is December 31, 2011 PLEASE SUBMIT to Cropstop@cropstop.com Name

Halloween at CropStop

2011-10-21T18:35:00.000-04:00

Over at CropStop.Blogspot.com there is something creepy going on.....It is a Halloween blog Challenge. So get on over to take a ghoulish look And while your at it...here are a few creepy things I made

Tim Holtz limited edition inks

2011-10-18T10:06:00.001-04:00

‎LIMITED EDITION DISTRESS INKS Ranger and Tim Holtz limited edition collection of Distress Inks in harvest hues isBACK IN STOCK at CropStop. Like the changing of the seasons, this Autumn set is only available for a limited time, so collect them now before they’re gone. Made from the unique Distress Ink dye formula, these fade-resistant, non-toxic and acid free ink pads will add a timeless

My new toy

2011-10-13T13:02:00.000-04:00

A new Panama Jack 26" bike. I purchased a new basket for it with a lid and liner. I can't wait to start riding on those cool fall days here in the OBX. How exciting!!!! yay

World Card Making Day is October 1st

2011-09-28T09:49:00.002-04:00

CropStop's "Around the World" Card Making Day Challenge! In honor of World Card Making day, CropStop is hosting a special challenge. This week, Challenge #39 will include a "plus" to the challenge. All prize winners will be chosen by random draw. A prize will be given from all that include the "plus" on their project and link it to the CropStop Blog and a prize winner will be chosen from

My new CropStop Coupon Code

2011-08-07T19:04:00.002-04:00

Hey guys I have a new coupon code for CropStop.com it is CTVR-2 And remember if you use my coupon code there is no minimum amount for your purchase!

New Mini Magnolia Stamps at CropStop

2011-08-07T19:02:00.001-04:00

hurry on over to www.cropstop.com and pick up the new mini Magnolia stamps. They are adorable. You can also save 10% off your entire order and get this NO MINIMUMS!!!! use this code when you are checking out CTVR-2

Thank you VICKI and Thank you TIM HOLTZ

2011-07-22T12:11:00.000-04:00

My dear sweet friend Vicki went to CHA this week. I was unable to go but she still thought of me!!!!!Here is the one the only Tim Holtz saying hi to me!!!!!! I love you Vicki and I love you Tim Holtz....bowing to both of them

Here are more

2011-07-17T14:37:00.000-04:00

These are so cool!!!!!!!! I have to find these love these