CDD May Release Sneak Peek Day #1!!!

Are you ready to get the sneak peeks started? I am!!!

Welcome to Day #1 of our May stamp release party!! Each day we will be giving you a sneak peek at one of the five new stamp sets. Then, on Saturday and Sunday, we will have a blog hop with prizes each day. The design team has some amazing creations to start this stamp release party.

Today we are showcasing the Destination Fun stamp set.

All of the new stamps are 4x6 and Made in the USA.

Stamps will be available to order on Saturday.

We have a new store Craftin Desert Divas Shop and a Craftin Desert Divas Gallery Facebook group.We would love for you to join us and share your creations with us using Craftin Desert Diva's stamps. In this group we show previews first, have giveaways and much more!!

Here's the project I created:

I created this card for my mother-in-law & father-in-law.  My in-laws love to camp & travel so I knew this would be the perfect card for them!  They are actually getting ready to take another trip! (:  I got this file from the Sil Store.  

Here is a close up of the sentiment.

Thanks for stopping by today!  Be sure to check out the other amazing projects that were created using this stamp set over at Craftin' Desert Divas! (:

Sneak Peek giveaway!!!

All you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning!! Just click on the DT's name to get to their blog.

Tara will announce today's winner tomorrow. The winner will be picked from a different blog every day, so be sure to visit and leave comments.

Thank you all so much for joining us today and I hope you will come back tomorrow for more sneak peeks!!

Craft It Up & Link It Up Party #31!!

Hello again!!!  It's time for our mid posting of the current linky party!!!

The party theme is...

Puns!!!

My talented DT sister Lisa made this uber-gorgeous card!!

We are all using sentiments from the CDD Punny stamp set.

Let's not forget about prizes!  Every linky party will have sponsors & a winner, plus a Top 3!  The winner will be announced on a semi-weekly basis.  The more projects you link up, the more chances you have to win!!  Sponsors will be announced at the beginning of every linky party.

The awesome sponsors for this linky party are:

Treasure Box Design - $15 in free files


TSQ - Royal Prize Pack
(Value of around $25 full of goodies from The Royal Castle Shoppe)


Scrappy K Designs - 2 sets of flair buttons

Here is what I created for this linky party!

The school year is quickly winding down for my daughters & I.  Our last day of school is Friday.  I decided to make these cute little candy holders for each of my daughter's teachers.  My sentiment came from the CDD Punny stamp set.  My handled bag is a Lori Whitlock file that I purchased from the Sil Store.

Here is a close up of the sentiment.

I also used some yummy Trendy Twine to wrap around the handles of my bag.

Linky parties are open from Monday at 12AM Arizona MST thru Sunday 12PM Arizona MST.

Any projects you submit must be linked to your blog or online gallery.

Projects must be NEW, no back linking, please.

Number of entries for this linky party is unlimited.

You may link up ANY type of craft project (layout, card, altered item, tag etc) as long as it goes with the theme of the party.

Please link your project back to Craftin Desert Divas Linky Party.

Winners will be randomly chosen.

Thanks for stopping by today!!

We Go Together Like...CDD Daily Post

Hello again!  Aren't you loving Tara's newest release?!?!?!?  Just wait until you see the next one!!!  (:  

I used the Perfect Pair stamp set for my card today.  This is one of my favorite stamp sets!!  There are so many fun sentiments w/ this set.  

I just love this little dragon!!  He is from SVG Cutting Files.  The flames are also part of the dragon cut file. My card base is also from SVG Cutting Files.  And these sentiments worked PERFECTLY for my card.  Below are some close ups of the sentiments I used.

Below is a picture of the Perfect Pair stamp set.  I just can't get over how fun this stamp set is!!  (:

I also put my cute little dragon on an action wobble!!  These wobbles are too fun!!  Here is a picture of the wobble in action!  (:

I finished off my card w/ some white sequins.  

Thanks for stopping by & have a blessed day!  (:

Craft It Up & Link It Up Linky Party #30!!

Hello again!!!  It's time for our mid posting of the current linky party!!!

The party theme is...

Mother's Day!!!

You can link up ANY project relating to Mother's Day.  It can be for Mom, Grandma, etc.

Let's not forget about prizes!  Every linky party will have sponsors & a winner, plus a Top 3!  The winner will be announced on a semi-weekly basis.  The more projects you link up, the more chances you have to win!!  Sponsors will be announced at the beginning of every linky party.

The awesome sponsors for this linky party are:

Craftin' Desert Divas Shop - 1 stamp set

Lori Whitlock - $15 to SVG Store

The Cutting Cafe - Any 3 Files, Winners Choice

Here is what I created for this linky party!

I created this 3D vase & flowers for my mom.  I purchased the vase & flowers from the Sil Store.  I tied a burlap ribbon around it & created my tag w/ a 3/4" circle punch & 1" scallop punch.  I attached it to my bow w/ a pear pin that I got from an Etsy shop.  I created my MoM sentiment using "The Moon & Stars" sentiment from CDD Perfect Pair stamp set.  I just did some masking to get the letters I needed.  (:

Linky parties are open from Monday at 12AM Arizona MST thru Sunday 12PM Arizona MST.

Any projects you submit must be linked to your blog or online gallery.

Projects must be NEW, no back linking, please.

Number of entries for this linky party is unlimited.

You may link up ANY type of craft project (layout, card, altered item, tag etc) as long as it goes with the theme of the party.

Please link your project back to Craftin Desert Divas Linky Party.

Winners will be randomly chosen.

Thanks for stopping by today!!

Craftin' & Stampin' 3 Year Bloggerversary Blog Hop!!

If you are looking for the Craftin' Desert Divas April Release Blog Hop, please go here.  

Hey All!!!

Welcome to the Craftin' and Stampin' 3 Year Bloggerversary Hop!!

You should of arrived here from Angela, but if you did not, please start at the beginning at JESSICA'S BLOG!!!

This hop is going to be a weekend long hop with a TON of inspiration from some of Jessica's blog friends she has met over the last 3 years in bloggy land!!

You will also have the chance to win some AMAZING items from some really amazing Sponsors!

 Craftin' and Stampin Close To My Heart Online Store-Jessica

1 Pack of B and T Duo Paper

1 package of BLING!! 

The Cutting Cafe-Regina Easter 2 Cutting Files of the winners choice!

Craftin Desert Diva's- Tara Bruening 
1 Stamp Set

My Vinyl Direct

12 X 12 Pick A Pack of 12 sheets of vinyl

Trendy Twine-Leslie
1 Package of Mini Twine

Lovebug Creations- Kimi 1 Bahama Mama Collection of Rumple Ribbon
Now that you know the AMAZING prizes, its time to HOP to see some AWESOME creations!!!
I met Jessica while searching for the perfect white ink.  (:  She hooked me up & we've been friends ever since!  I'm so thankful that I met her!  She's become one of my best bloggy friends & has helped me so much!!  Love ya Jess!! (:
Here is what I created for her!

I am really into 3x3 cards at the moment!  I decided to make her a set of these to have on hand for quick gifts.  I used the Birthday Gator from Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons.  This has to be one of my most favorite cut images ever!  My "Celebrate" sentiment is from the Jaded Blossom Picture This stamp set. I just love this little card!  Jess, I hope you like it!! (:  And congrats again on 3 amazing bloggy years!!!!

Now, its time to hop on over to the fabulous Scrappin Madge!  
In order to be eligible to win an AWESOME prize from hopping along with us, you MUST do the following:
1) Follow ALL blog hop participants blogs! 2) Follow ALL Facebook pages for our Sponsors! 3) Comment on all stops of the hop!
Winner will be picked on Tuesday's blog post! 
Here is the lineup in case you get lost along the way!

Day 1

1.Jessica: http://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com

2. Angela: http://www.crazy3monkeys.blogspot.com/

3.Sarah: www.sarahbiswabic.blogspot.com

4. Gina - http://californiascrappin-gcinderella21.blogspot.com/

5. Tara: http://www.craftindesertdivas.com/

6. Beth ~ http://thecraftyscrapyard.blogspot.com

7. Jenny: http://crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/

8. Kimi: http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com

9. Anita: http://scrappyhappymommy.blogspot.com

Day 2 

1. Jessica https://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com

2. Angela: http://www.crazy3monkeys.blogspot.com/

3. Krystle: http://krystlescraftyniche.blogspot.com

4. Scrappin Madge: http://www.thescrappinlounge.com/

5. Cathy http://mimiscraftcorner.blogspot.com

6.Jenny: http://crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/

7. Alicia:  http://goldengoddessdesigns.blogspot.com

8. Melanie: http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/

Thanks so much for hopping along with us!!! 

CDD April Release Blog Hop Day #1!!!

Welcome to another 2 day Craftin Desert Diva's stamp release party and blog hop!!!

 We are excited to share with you our second ever release for Craftin Desert Diva's Shop!!

Please visit Craftin Desert Divas Shop!!
&
Craftin Desert Divas Gallery on Facebook. 

Lots of inspiration and fun things going on in the Gallery!

You won't want to miss it!!!

So with out further ado here are the latest stamp sets:

Sugar & Spice -  You can purchase HERE

Snips & Snails - You can purchase HERE

Simply Said - You can purchase HERE

Perfect Pair - You can purchase HERE

These stamps are available for purchase TODAY!!!!!  Yay!!!  Be sure to head over to the store to snag yours up!!  I promise they are stamps you've got to add to your stash!! (:

Too Cute by Jessica has designed this adorable  We Go Together 2 pattern.
This set is made to match the CDD Perfect Pair stamps. You can purchase this pattern HERE.

Tara is giving away one stamp set each day.
& 
Too Cute by Jessica is giving away $25 gift card to her store.
 (Regular priced items)

And if you purchase stamps by April 30th you will 
receive this Simply Spring pattern....



FREE!!!! 
Just send an email to craftindesertdivas@gmail.com to claim your free pattern.

Now if you came here from the talented Michelle then you are in the right spot. It not, you will want to start at the beginning with Tara.  A complete blog line up is located for you below my post in case you get lost along the way.

And now for my project....

Teacher Appreciation Day is May 6th & I thought these would be the perfect little treat to give to my co-workers.  I am incredibly blessed to work in my current school district.  I work w/ some amazing teachers & assistants & want them to know how much I appreciate everything that they do for our kiddos!  

I cut my tag from the Sil Store.  You can find it here.  I used the We Go Together cutting file from TCBJ for my carrot & peas.  I used green & orange M&M's in my candy sticks but Skittles would work just as well.  Both of my sentiments come from the Perfect Pair stamp set.  I love this new stamp set!!  (:

Here is a close up of my tag.

Next up on the Line Up is the amazing Jessica from TCBJ!

Be sure to hop with us tomorrow!!!  Tara is giving away one stamp set each day of this hop.  So the more you comment the more chances you have to win.

Craftin Desert Diva's Shop
CDD Gallery - We'd love you to share your projects using the CDD stamps.

Blogs on the hop:

Saturday
Tara - www.craftindesertdivas.com
Kathy - http://3spoileddogs.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://indymermaid.blogspot.com/
Sukie - http://scrappindhilly.blogspot.com/
Shelly - http://mypaperlove.blogspot.com/
Mayra - http://mayrasdesigns.blogspot.com/
Lori - http://got2bcrafting.blogspot.com/
Michelle B - http://michellescricutfun.blogspot.com/
Krystle - http://krystlescraftyniche.blogspot.com/
Jessica from TCBJ - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-Cute-by-Jessica/196421370434846

Sunday
Tara - www.craftindesertdivas.com
Kathy - http://3spoileddogs.blogspot.com/
Michelle P - http://mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com/
Georgiana - http://carsonscricutcreations.blogspot.com/
Emily- http://molliemugsblog.blogspot.com/
Karen- http://craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com/
Jessi - http://www.mylifeinartsncrafts.co/
Robin- http://cutonedesignsbyrobin.blogspot.com/
Migdalia - http://craftingwithcreativem.blogspot.com/
Jessica - http://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com/
Jessica from TCBJ - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-Cute-by-Jessica/196421370434846

CDD Stamp Release Sneak Peek Day #1!!!!

Are you ready to get the sneak peeks started? I am!!!

Welcome to Day #1 of 4 for our April stamp release party!! Each day we will be giving you a sneak peek at one of the four new stamp sets. Then, on Saturday and Sunday, we will have a blog hop with prizes each day. The design team has some amazing creations to start this stamp release party.

Today we are showcasing the Perfect Pair stamp set.

All of the new stamps are 4x6 and Made in the USA.

Stamps will be available to order on Sunday.

We have a new store Craftin Desert Divas Shop and a Craftin Desert Divas Gallery Facebook group.We would love for you to join us and share your creations with us using Craftin Desert Diva's stamps. In this group we show previews first, have giveaways and much more!!

Here's the project I created:

I decided to create a card for a mom-to-be.  It seems I never have one on hand when I need it!  (:  I am also going to make one w/ blue pins that way I have a card for a boy or girl.  (:  I used the We Go Together cutting files from TCBJ.  She has some super cute images in her store!  You should definitely go check it out!  (:  I put my images on a mat & popped it up from the base of my card.  I tied a bow using Watermelon Taffy twine from Trendy Twine.  I used 2 sentiments from this new stamp set.  I love this new release!!  I have several projects running through my head using this new stamp set! (:

Here are a couple of close ups of my card.

Thanks for stopping by today!  Be sure to check out the other amazing projects that were created using this stamp set over at Craftin' Desert Divas! (:

Sneak Peek giveaway!!!

All you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning!! Just click on the DT's name to get to their blog.

Tara will announce today's winner tomorrow. The winner will be picked from a different blog every day, so be sure to visit and leave comments.

Thank you all so much for joining us today and I hope you will come back tomorrow for more sneak peeks!!