Project Runway .......?

Hello Everyone, 
Here's another card I completed using the Hero Arts set, Sew Artsy (CL446).  I'm having lots of fun adding the thread to the bobbin and this time I added May Arts ribbon around the oval that I cut out with a Spellbinders Nestie.  The ribbon is already gathered, so all you have to do is adhere it to your card stock for a very pretty,  fabric looking border.

To age the card stock, I used distress inks; for the background, I used the Hero Arts Lace Background stamp (S5341).

Perfect for one of your sewing buddies or any friend who is into fashion!
Need cards or ideas, check out the calendar for upcoming classes.  There is something for everyone!

Have a wonderful day,
and
Happy Stamping,
Anna

"Sew What's New?"

Today I completed this fun card using the Hero Arts set, Sew Artsy (CL446) and the Envelope Pattern Background stamp (S5507).  I really like the way the threads look and it gives it a lot of dimension.
Now, to answer the question, What's New?  The Creative Corner is on Facebook!  And you can go to The Creative Corner's Facebook page and "Like" it!  Let's see how many fans we can get up there!

Thanks for stopping by,
and don't forget to create today,
Anna

Interesting Facts About Greeting Cards

I have read that 7 billion cards are sent out each year! Yes, that's billion, with a "B".  Now, that's A LOT of cards!

Consumers spend 17 minutes shopping for the perfect card and RARELY, if ever find it.  Add to that, the time spent getting to and from the store, and the stress, trying to remember to pick up the card.  Quite a bit of wasted time and energy if you ask me.

As paper crafters, we are very lucky.  We can CREATE that perfect, special card. 
Let's set aside some time today and everyday to create.  Not only will you make that perfect item for your loved one, but creating is great for the soul!

Have a wonderful day and
Happy Stamping,
Anna

Fun in the Sun!

This is another fun card I made with the Hero Arts set, Let's Chill.

Again I used SANDPAPER, this time for the sand, and glossy accents for the beach ball and the sunglasses on the little yellow bird.  Makes me want to grab my bathing suit and head out for the beach!  But for now, having it on my kitchen counter and enjoying it during meals, is putting a big smile on my face.

Have a wonderful, sunshiny day!
Anna

The Culinary Institute of America

Hi Everyone!
Here are the pictures we took when we visited the Culinary Institute of America.  It was family, good food, beautiful scenery and great memories...........we could not have asked for anything more!

Thanks for stopping by!
Anna

Let's Chill!

Here's one of the fun cards you can make in the Let's Chill class...............it surely makes me want to get up and make a special drink for myself!

I just love this Hero Arts stamp set, Let's Chill  (CL438)..............and we'll be using more of these stamps to make those fun summer cards.

Call to reserve your seat today!

Thanks and
Happy Stamping,
Anna

Happy 4th of July!

Hope you enjoyed your 4th of July Weekend.

For me, my dad's visit is coming to an end, and so I am enjoying these last precious days.  Today, we visited Bethel Woods and the Woodstock Monument.

Last week when Maria & Gary were also here, we went to the Culinary Institute of America;  I'll post those pictures within a day or two.

For today though, I'd like to share with you what I found when I was visiting  Mark Lipinski's Blog. Mark talked about Creative Freedom!  How appropriate for today. 

Yes, today we should FREE ourselves from:
I wish
I wish I had time
I should have
I hope this is good
I need to
I want to

YES, let's FREE ourselves because if we listen to this negativity, we will not be able to create.

So, today, just DO !!!  We all know that when we DO, we ALWAYS feel great and so accomplished.

Let's remember that feeling and make it a priority in our lives.  We deserve it and it will make us COMPLETE!

Thanks for stopping by and
Happy Independence Day!
Anna