It's Instagram Hop Time at Really Reasonable Ribbon

Are you ready for another FUN Hop with Really Reasonable Ribbon?  This is a special one.  You can join our first ever Instagram Hop for your chance to WIN a $20 credit to Really Reasonable Ribbon and a digital stamp set of choice from Bonnie Garby Designs.  Just head on over to the RRR IG Page to get started on this FUN hop.

This month our Hop theme is Mother's Day/Flowers and Spring.  You can find lots of great inspiration for creating beautiful Mother's Day cards and gifts among other great projects using Ribbons, Twines, Seam Binding, Flowers and more.  Really Reasonable Ribbon carries so many great products to help you adorn your cards and projects.  My Mother's Day card started with this Free Floral Cross-Stitch Image I found on Pinterest.  I simply switched the pink colors for coordinating shades of blue DMC floss.  I secured everything using Scor-Tape.

My pretty bow includes lengths of Danish Blue Seam Binding, Glory Blue Seam Binding, Lace Blue Seam Binding and Cream Seam Binding that I "dirtied" with ink as well as a length of Medium Blue Striped Baker's Twine that holds a tiny silver (made with love) charm from my stash.  Other miscellaneous items include a Prima butterfly paperclip, a Prima vintage blue ticket, vintage scotch tape and some pretty stick pins.  The sentiment is from Stamp Simply and it's cut with their Fishtail Banner Dies.

You're always welcome to visit the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  You'll find lots of great inspiration there. Thanks so much for visiting me here today, and please stop by again soon.  In the meantime, treat yourself to something wonderful from Really Reasonable Ribbon.  Oh, for your chance to WIN, don't miss the RRR IG Hop.

I'm sharing my card here:

Beautiful Blooms Challenge Blog - Challenge #75 - Anything Goes w/Optional Mood Board.  I am very much drawn to the beautiful bouquet of flowers in the inspiration photo.  Using florals is always fun - whether they are stitched, paper flowers, stamped and die-cut or any other kind.  Bring on the flowers!!

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog - Challenge #2515 - Anything Goes

Not 2 Shabby Monthly Challenge - April: Mood Board - Not 2 Shabby does carry some Waffle Flower products (since I used a Waffle Flower die for my stitching element).  You can see that I was drawn to the sweet little blue/white flowers.

Triple B - Birds, Butterflies and Blooms - April: Anything Goes - For this card, I incorporated Blooms and a Butterfly (paper clip).

The Paper Funday Challenges: April: Challenge #75 - Anything Goes w/Letter B.  Well, I used LOTS of BLUE on my card, as well as a Butterfly clip.

A Cut Above Challenge Blog - April: Anything Goes - I used a cross-stitch die from Waffle Flower and a Fishtail Banner Die from Stamp Simply.

Blessings,

Karen

It's Blog Hop Time at Really Reasonable Ribbon

Hurray!  It's time for the January Blog Hop at Really Reasonable Ribbon and we're so glad you've chosen to join us.  You should have arrived here by way of Misti's Blog; but if not, you can get caught up quickly because this is a short Blog Hop with just six stops in total.  If you get lost, just stop by the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog for the complete list.  Be sure to leave a comment at each stop along the way in order to be eligible for the fabulous PRIZES of a $10 Really Reasonable Ribbon credit AND a digital stamp set from Bonnie Garby Designs.

Both of the sentiments I used (the two hearts) are found in the Be My Valentine Stamp Set.  I cut them using some heart shaped dies from PTI.  I raised up the two hearts using White 3-D Foam Tabs and everything else was secured in place using Scor-Tape.  There are several fantastic Adhesives available at RRR.  I used patterned papers and a journalling card from the Carta Bella My Valentine 6x6 Paper Pad.

I added some Black & White Bold Gingham Ribbon to the base of the card and on top of the little kraft envelope and I topped it with a length of Black Licorice Baker's Twine and a Pink Sweetheart Blossom.  At the top right of my card, I added an 11mm White Flatback Heart Embellishment.  As you can see in the first photo, I also made a matching tag.  It uses some White Crochet Lace and has a pretty bow at the top tied with Red & White Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon.

There are so many fabulous products at Really Reasonable Ribbon and lots of great inspiration on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog, so we hope you'll stop by often.  Your final stop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll answer the final question making you eligible to WIN.  Thanks so much for joining us, and please visit again soon.

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Add Some Texture - I almost always have lots of textures on my cards.  This one includes a small envelope, baker's twine, lots of paper, die-cuts and more.

Blessings,

Karen 

It's Blog Hop Time at Really Reasonable Ribbon

Are you ready for a FUN and spooky Blog Hop?  Well, we hope you're ready to see some (not so) spooky inspiration topped with the prettiest ribbons and bows from Really Reasonable Ribbon.  You should have arrived here by way of Misty's Blog; but if not, this is a short hop, and you can catch up quickly by visiting the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  One lucky participant will WIN a $10 credit to Really Reasonable Ribbon as well as two digital stamp sets of choice from Bonnie Garby Designs.

For this Halloween card, I used grey cardstock layered with orange polka dot patterned paper from JilliBean Soup.  The layers are attached using Scor-Tape.....my "go-to" Adhesive.  I used the grey cardstock to cut the cross-stitch oval which is a die-cut from Waffle Flower.  The cross-stich pattern itself was found on Pinterest.  That's also attached using Scor-Tape.

I added a pretty bow using Charcoal Seam Binding, a length of Purple Baker's Twine, and it's topped off with a pretty Orange Mulberry Flower.  The spider at the top is a Jolee's sticker (super old).  I just really enjoy adding BIG BEAUTIFUL BOWS, and Really Reasonable Ribbon always has the perfect trims for every project.

The next and final stop on this brief Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll need to answer one final question.  Please be sure to leave a comment on each blog in this hop.  We all need a little love.  Thanks so much for stopping by today and have a blessed week.

I'm playing along in these FUN challenges:

Two Old Bats Halloween Challenge - September Challenge:  Anything Goes Halloween - Entry #1

The Paper Funday Challenges - September Challenge #69 - Anything Goes w/Optional Make Your Own Background - This time I cross-stitched my background, and I also used three layers of paper.  My Entry #6/6

Hugs,

Karen

Really Reasonable Ribbon August Blog Hop

That's right!  You're almost at the end of the August Blog Hop with Really Reasonable Ribbon.  You should have arrived here by way of Misty's Blog.  If not, there are only eight stops in total; so you can catch up quickly by starting at Ginny's Blog and hopping along with us, leaving a comment on each blog, and ending on the RRR Blog where you'll answer a final question.  Then, you'll be eligible to WIN the $10 gift credit to Really Reasonable Ribbon AND two (2) digital stamp sets of choice from Bonnie Garby Designs.  I've used two Bonnie Garby Designs sentiments on my cards today.

I used green corrugated cardboard bases and scraps of patterned paper cut using postage stamp dies of various sizes, including the sentiments from the Thanksgiving Sentiments Digital Stamp Bundle.  I added some May Arts Green Stitched Canvas Ribbon, and Solid Green Baker's Twine.  I also added a Green Mulberry Leaf and a felt leaf along with two stick pins.  Various colors come and go from stock, but you'll always find many fabulous color choices at Really Reasonable Ribbon.

On the card above, I added Solid Ivory Baker's Twine, Solid Pumpkin Baker's Twine and I topped that with a Gold Flatback Round Rhinestone attached with a piece of Scor-Tape.  My cards are held together everywhere with pieces of Scor-Tape.  This fabulous Adhesive holds things in place securely.  At RRR, you'll find Ribbons, Trims, Twines galore, and then.....Flowers, Adhesives and OH, SO much more.

There are so many great colors of Solid Baker's Twine and traditional striped Baker's Twine.  And...at just TEN CENTS per yard (10 yards for $1), you can afford to pick up several beautiful colors and use them on your upcoming projects.  Baker's Twine adds so much color, texture and fun to all our cards, bookmarks/tags and projects.  OK...so your final stop on this Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll answer one final question.  Thanks for hopping along with us and best of luck in the random draw for the fabulous prizes, friends.

Blessings,

Karen

July Blog Hop w/Really Reasonable Ribbon

If you're ready for a FUN and inspiring Blog Hop, then you're in the right place.  You should have arrived here by way of Misty's Blog; but if not you're able to catch up quickly.  The theme of our Blog Hop this month is Christmas in July.  I've combined some sweet die cuts with papers, trims, goodies from Really Reasonable Ribbon, and a sweet sentiment from Bonnie Garby Designs.  The prizes for this month's Blog Hop is a $10 credit to Really Reasonable Ribbon and two digital stamp sets of choice from Bonnie Garby Designs.  How sweet is this sentiment?

The Bonnie Garby Designs sentiment that I used on this card is from her The Heart of Christmas Bundle.  I cut it, and some of the other pieces, using a crimped frame from Gina K. Designs.  The sprinkles inside my mugs (gingerbread men and candy canes) are from Twiddler's Nook.  I tucked in several Double Head Stamens, a real cinnamon stick, and a length of both Black & White Bold Check Ribbon and Bay Leaf Seam Binding.  I tied a bow with the Black & White Bold Check Ribbon.

Because they're just so cute and I couldn't resist.....I made a matching tag/bookmark for this card.  I've been trying to remember to create a matching tag/bookmark and envelope when making my cards lately.  It's quick and easy, and even a simple piece of Baker's Twine could be the perfect touch every time.

The tag also uses lots of fabulous Scor-Tape, Black & White Bold Check Ribbon and a length of Teal Baker's Twine.  One of the reasons why I love Baker's Twine so much is because it's just ten cents ($0.10/yard) per yard.  Another is that it comes is so many fabulous colors - both striped and solid.  Baker's Twine is the perfect accent for tags, bookmarks and so many different projects.

I used several pieces of Scor-Tape in various widths to secure everything in place.  I also used some White 3-D Foam Tabs to raise the edges of the coffee mugs and some of the glitter-frosted marshmallows.  This was just one of those cards where I found myself adding more and more.....and then some more.  A small JenniBowlin blue ticket, a miniature Tim Holtz staple, Crate Paper stickers.  One of my signature cards where I just keep adding things as I go.

Really Reasonable Ribbon always has the perfect trims, twines and touches for every card and every project.  I'm also always so excited about the fabulous Adhesives available at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  OK, so your last stop on this Blog Hop is over on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll answer one final question.  Thanks for joining us this month, and please don't forget to leave a comment on each blog.

Blessings,

Karen

Really Reasonable Ribbon April Blog Hop

Hello, blog friends.  This is my blog post for the April Blog Hop with Really Reasonable Ribbon.  You should have arrived here today by way of Misty's Sweet Blog.  But if not, you can catch up very quickly as this is a rather short blog hop.  Just make sure to leave a comment here on my blog, on the blog of each DT Member, and finally on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog so that you'll be entered to WIN the two fabulous prizes.

My card uses a black cardstock base layered with a Crate Paper patterned paper from my stash.  I added a sentiment from Bonnie Garby Designs.  It can be found in the Father's Day Digital Stamp Bundle.  I rubbed the sentiment with mint green and orange inks.  The stamped tool image is from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps.  The only trim(s) I used on this card is Burlap String including Natural Burlap String, Red Burlap String and Olive Green Burlap String.

I used some White 3-D Foam Tabs to raise the sentiment spot and the tools.  Everything else was secured in place using Scor-Tape.  I also added a cute little red plaid Cabachon from the Embellishments section.  There are so many great products at Really Reasonable Ribbon including ribbons and trims, of course; but also SO much more.

Your final stop on this Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you will answer the final question.  Be sure to visit the RRR Blog often for lots of great inspiration.  Thanks again for joining us today, and happy crafting.

Here's the Blog Hop line-up in case you get lost or didn't arrive here in the correct order.  Every Design Team Member on this (very brief) Blog Hop deserves your love and comments.  It's greatly appreciated, and it's the only way to honestly win the PRIZES being offered.  You could WIN a $10 Really Reasonable Ribbon credit AND any one Digital Stamp Bundle from Bonnie Garby Designs.

Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog

Ginny N.

Gloria S.

Kathy

Cheryl

Bonnie

Misty

Karen

Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog

Blessings,

Karen

P.S.  I'm sharing this fun Father's Day card in the following:

TIME OUT Challenges: Challenge #261 - "I'm a romantic.  I live for long dreamy walks down the craft aisle.." - This statement resonates with me completely.  I enjoy a long afternoon walking down the aisles at Hobby Lobby and other scrapbook/craft stores.  On the other hand, my hubby loves strolling down the aisles at Lowe's and Home Depot, etc.  He usually drops me off at the craft store and heads out to his favorite store.  We each get our fill and then go home.  LOL

Word Power Challenge - Challenge #4 - Anything Goes w/Sentiment as focal point - The sentiment I used is from Bonnie Garby Designs.

It's Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog Hop Time

Blog Hops are FUN, and they're a great way to win some fabulous prizes, get some great inspiration, and just meet some different crafters. So with that said, you're in the right place if you're looking for the monthly Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog Hop.  Hopefully, you arrived here by way of Misty's Blog.  If not, you can catch up quickly.

There are TWO FUN PRIZES to be won on this Blog Hop.  First and foremost, the lucky person who comments on each blog and gets their number selected by random draw will WIN a $10 Gift Card to spend at Really Reasonable Ribbon (which can go a long way) AND they'll also win their choice oany one (1) digital stamp set from Bonnie Garby Designs.  Let me tell you, there are some really DARLING stamp sets at this darling Etsy Shop.  I use them on my cards quite a bit because I can find the perfect sentiment every time, and that makes it easy.

This was such a fun card to make.  It uses basic white cardstock, gold glittery paper, and some Crate Paper patterned papers from my stash.  I used a cute little Hearts at Home Clock Die from The Greetery; and I added some adorable Twiddler's Nook sprinkles here and there.  A piece of Bay Leaf Seam Binding separates the two patterned papers, and I also used it to tie a pretty bow.  I topped it with a bow that's tied with Gold Metallic String.  Like I said, Really Reasonable Ribbon always has the perfect trim for every project.  I also tucked in several Double Head Stamens at the top of the alarm clock, and everything is secured in place using Scor-Tape and 3-D Foam Tabs.

I'll also say this about my friend Bonnie, the Owner of both RRR and Bonnie Garby Designs.  She's honestly one of the sweetest, most amazing women I know.  She amazes me with how she ROCKS at card-making/crafting, at her businesses, and how hard she works all the time.  She's had (more than) her share of life's hurdles for a season in her life, but she keeps on going.  She's a real-life super-hero.  It's such a blessing now to watch her succeed as she moves forward, and I'd be truly honored to have you support her AWESOME small business(es).  RRR carries so many great products including ribbons and trims, Adhesives and much more; so please stop by to take a look at what you might possibly need.  It would be a blessing to have you visit the store just to make sure there's nothing you "can't live without".  lol

Your final stop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll need to answer one quick question making you eligible for the wonderful prizes being offered in this FUN Blog Hop.  Please leave your comment here to let me know what you think of this card I created, and then head on over to the RRR Blog.  We're so grateful to have you hop along with us.

Thanks again for visiting me today, and happy crafting.

I'm sharing my card here:

The Paper Funday Challenge Blog - Challenge #63 - Anything Goes/Optional Twist: The Dies Have It.  On this card, the dies I used include the postage frame dies, the sentiment banner, and the darling alarm clock.  I just LOVE die-cuts.

Die Cut Divas Challenge Blog - March: Anything Goes - This card uses a cute alarm clock die cut, a postage stamp background die and a Fishtail Banner Die for the sentiment.

Blessings,
Karen

It's BLOG HOP Time w/Really Reasonable Ribbon

It's Blog Hop time at Really Reasonable Ribbon and we're SO glad that you've chosen to join us.  You should have arrived here today by way of Misty's Blog; but if not, don't worry because you can catch up quickly.  It's not a long Blog Hop, but there are two FABULOUS prizes up for grabs.  One lucky person will WIN a $10 credit to Really Reasonable Ribbon and one digital stamp set from Bonnie Garby Designs.

This sweet card started with basic white cardstock.  The next two layers are Tim Holtz Watercolor Paper that I rubbed with various colors of Tim Holtz Oxide Inks.  I splattered a bit of water and also ink onto my papers to create a fun background.  The sentiments were stamped in Vintage Photo Oxide Ink using an ice cream stamp set from Stampin' Up.

I rubbed extra bits of the watercolor paper with inks and used those pieces to cut my lollipops.  I glittered the layers on the lollipops.  I tied a piece of Light Blue Baker's Twine around the middle lollipop.  All the layers and the lollipops are attached with pieces of Scor-Tape to secure them, and some 3-D Foam Tabs to raise them a bit.

At the left side of my card, I added a pretty bow using Baby Pink Seam Binding to match the softness of the card.  You're always sure to find the perfect color, width, and design in any type of trim when you shop at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  They also carry wonderful products like Adhesives, Mulberry Flowers and SO much more.  Your next stop on the Blog Hop is the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  Thanks so much for joining us.

I'm sharing my card here:

Colorful Options Challenge - February 2024 - PINK - I just love the fun in this inspiration photo.

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Simon Says "Love Is In the Air" - I LOVE lollipops, and I also added a HEART to this super sweet card.

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Tie It Up" - I always love tying on ribbons when I make cards. For this card, I used Baker's Twine. Really Reasonable Ribbon makes that SO easy and fun.

Seize the Birthday Challenge Blog - Challenge #277 - Splatter - I had so much fun splattering this card with light brown ink. I'm still working on this technique, and there's a real learning curve involved with it.

Thanks again for your visit today.

Blessings,

Karen

Wishing You Love.....RRR Blog Hop

Thanks for stopping hy my blog today, creative friends.  I'm so glad you're here.  You may have arrived by way of Misty's Blog; or you can catch up by visiting the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  But to be fair (and kind), please leave a comment on each blog along the way.  It's a very short hop.  Then, there's one final question on your next and final stop; which is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.

This card uses white watercolor paper that I rubbed with oxide inks to create the background.  I splattered it with a mist of water.  I placed some inked hearts on the background to contrast with the background colors and yet compliment them.  This also gave my card the love and/or Valentine's Day element I needed.  The sweet sentiment I used is from Bonnie Garby Designs and it can be found in her Valentine Love Sentiments Digital Stamp Bundle.  These sentiments are SO sweet.

I ran a piece of adorable Light Pink Plaid Ribbon across the width of my card, and I secured it in place with a piece of Scor-Tape.  I love Scor-Tape because it comes in every width.....just like most of the ribbons do.  I tied a double bow with the Light Pink Plaid Ribbon as well as bow tied with a length of Apple Green Solid Baker's Twine.  You'll also see several light blue, pink and milk white Double Head Stamens.  The Light Pink Plaid Ribbon also has a DARLING 💗Faux Pearl 16mm Buckle Slide.  Another cute Embellishment.

We really want to be your #1 Go-To RIBBON store at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  Please take some time to stop by Really Reasonable Ribbon and look around at all the wonderful ribbons, trims, twines, flowers, adhesives, and so much more.  Thanks again for hopping along with us.  Remember, comment on each blog and you'll end up here at the always-inspirational Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  The PRIZES you can win by hopping along with us are a $10 gift card to Really Reasonable Ribbon and a free digital stamp set from Bonnie Garby Designs.  Please join us.

I'm playing along here:

Allsorts Challenge - #763 - Make Your Own Background - I did this by rubbing oxide inks onto white watercolor paper and spritzing it with water.

Blessings,

Karen

It's Blog Hop Time w/Really Reasonable Ribbon

Really Reasonable Ribbon normally has their monthly Blog Hop today.  We're taking off the Month of December this year, so I'm sharing the card I had already prepared for the Blog Hop.  It uses some ribbons from Really Reasonable Ribbon and a sentiment from Bonnie Garby Designs.

My card uses basic white cardstock for both layers.  I used some 3-D Foam Tabs to raise up the second white layer.  I cut strips of cardstock to create my diagonal background, and I attached everything with Scor-Tape.  The pretty ribbon I used is the Strawberry Brownie Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon - SO sweet.  I also wrapped the card and tied the bow using Green Burlap String.

The cupcake and candy stick are from Paper Sweeties.  The ADORABLE sentiment can be found in the Christmas Holiday Baking Bundle 2 at Bonnie Garby Designs.  You'll find SO many darling images and sentiments at Bonnie Garby Designs.  I also added a White Flatback Pearl Accent to my card.  Don't you just love all those yummy textures?

You're always sure to find lots of great inspiration on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  You'll find amazing products every day at Really Reasonable Ribbon, Thanks so much for your visit.  It always puts a big smile on my face.

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Use Dies in December" so I used a banner die from Stamp Simply for the sentiment and I used cupcake and peppermint stick dies from Paper Sweeties.

Blessings,

Karen

Really Reasonable Ribbon August Blog Hop

Are you ready for some FUN, lots of inspiration, great ideas for using ribbon, and a chance to WIN some awesome prizes?  Well if so, then you're in the right place because it's time for the August Blog Hop at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  This is a short hop and one lucky person will WIN a $10 gift certificate to spend at Really Reasonable Ribbon as well as two digital stamp sheets from the fabulous Bonnie Garby Designs.  You should arrived at my blog by way of my fabulous friend, Bonnie; but if not, you can catch up quickly by visiting the Blog for the line-up.

My first card is layered with patterned papers.  I attached a length of May Arts stitched canvas ribbon and a length of Brown Gingham Ribbon.  I tied in some Brown Burlap String and Natural Burlap String along with several Double Head Stamens, Mulberry Leaves, and Open Roses.  I'm telling you, friends, there's a perfect trim for every project at Really Reasonable Ribbon.

My second card uses the same patterned papers, but on this one I stitched the patterned paper to the corrugated cardboard on the right-hand side using a length of Solid Baker's Twine that I knotted on the ends.  I added some scalloped borders along with a length of Tan Canvas Ribbon.  I tied a knot in a length of a left-over May Arts ribbon scrap.  Underneath that, I tucked in some Solid Baker's Twine and Brown Burlap String.

That awesome image (Gather & Give Thanks) is from Bonnie Garby Designs.  It's found in the Thanksgiving Stamp Bundle.  I inked it just a bit and added a Tim Holtz miniature paperclip.  Let me know if you have any questions about the items I used.  You can find these products at Really Reasonable Ribbon, and you can always find them in the colors, widths and designs you need.  Your final stop on this Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you'll need to answer the final question in order to be eligible for the prizes.

Happy hopping,

Karen

Bright Cheery Blog Hop at Really Reasonable Ribbon

It's time for another FUN Blog Hop at Really Reasonable Ribbon and our theme this month is Bright & Fun.  Because Summer is here, it's time for all things bright, sunny and cheerful and Really Reasonable Ribbon carries everything you need to help you create beautiful cards and projects.  And when I say that they literally carry every color, width, texture and type of spooled items; I really do mean it.  You'll always find the perfect trims for anything you're creating.  You should have arrived here by way of Bonnie's Blog; but if not, you can catch up quickly as this is a short hop.

My card uses some bright, fun patterned papers that I attached using pieces of a wonderful Adhesive called Scor-Tape.  I machine stitched around the focal spot where I added a cute shaker element from Doodlebug.  The sentiment (Sparkle) is also from the same Doodlebug package.

I used more Scor-Tape to attached my bow that's tied with Shocking Pink Gingham Ribbon.  I tucked in some bundled Parrot Green Burlap String and several bright cheery Double Head Stamens.  This is just a small peek at all the FABULOUS things you'll find at Really Reasonable Ribbon, and I do hope you'll stop by to check it out.

You final stop on this FUN Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog.  Be sure to leave each DT Member a comment and then answer the final question on the RRR Blog to be entered to WIN the fabulous prize being offered.  There's a $10 Really Reasonable Ribbon voucher up for grabs as well as a prize from Bonnie Garby Designs.  Thanks so much for stopping by today, everyone.

Blessings,

Karen

May Blog Hop w/Really Reasonable Ribbon

Hello, sweet blog friends and crafters.  Thank you so much for stopping by my blog for the May Blog Hop at RRR.  You should have arrived here by way of Bonnie's Blog; but if not, you can catch up quickly.  The theme for this month's blog hop is PATRIOTIC, so I pulled out a few patriotic items and counted on Really Reasonable Ribbon for the rest.  This is a short hop so please leave a comment at each stop and then answer the question on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog at the end.  One lucky person who does so will WIN a $10 gift certificate to RRR as well as one digital stamp sheet from Bonnie Garby Designs.

This card started with some patterned paper and then another layer of woodgrain patterned paper from the Craft Consortium Wood Textures 6x6 Paper Pad.  I added a Jenni Bowlin BINGO (BRAVE) card and I stamped two stars and die-cut them using the American Eagle Stamp & Die Set.  The sentiment is from the Old Glory Stamp Set.  I attached pretty much everything (paper) using cut strips of Scor-Tape.  I did a bit of machine stitching for texture.

I added some bundled Natural Burlap String and Red Burlap String, tucked in some Double Head Stamens (Lake Blue, Deep Red, Ivory), and topped it with a Glitter Rhinestone from the Embellishment Section.  I just love to add bundled Burlap String and it's such a bargain at just ten cents per yard.  Really Reasonable Ribbon always has the perfect twines, trims, ribbons and much more in every color, width and variety you can imagine.

Thanks so much for much for stopping here, and please don't forget to comment to WIN.  Your next and final stop on this Blog Hop is at the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog where you will answer one question.  Please don't forget to leave a comment on each blog along the way.  Have a great day, everyone.

I'll be sharing my patriotic card in these fun challenges:

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Inspired By Music" - This card was inspired by The Star Spangled Banner.  "o'er the land of free, and the home of the brave"🎶🎜

PaperMinutes Challenge Blog - Challenge #795 - Sterne/Stars

Colorful Options Challenge Blog - May 2023 - Blue

What challenges are you enjoying this week?  I'd love to hear.  Of course, you're always most welcome to come play along with us at Word Art Wednesday.  I'd love to see your art linked up there.  And YOU could WIN some awesome prizes.  Just sayin'.  You can find it here at Word Art Wednesday.  Keep on crafting, my friends.  And in case you got sidetracked, don't forget to stop at Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog to answer the final question so that you're entered to win the awesome prizes.

Blessings,

Karen