Wednesday, November 19, 2014

6 Months of Bliss

6 months ago today, I started this blog, Meticulosity. It had been a dream for several years but what got me started was the chance to try out for the Mountain Plains Crafters Design Team. Pam Kline Stang, Terri Albro Burson & Sheryl Dwyer Kemper are women I had met through our postings on Unity Stamp Company's Facebook pages. They formed Mountain Plains Crafters and put out a call for Design Team members.I applied without having a blog, but assured them I would have one soon.. I was lucky enough to be chosen, the blog was started and I guess that now the rest is history, as they say !!

I am honored to have a sponsor for this blog post. Crafters's Companion was kind enough to donate some of their amazing products for 1 lucky winner. All you have to do is comment on this post for a chance at some gorgeous stamps and an embossing folder. I learned about Crafter's Companion when I saw their set of Brambly Hedge stamps of the 4 seasons . I immediately purchased them and became hooked. Check out their web-site to see all of their wonderful products.

For this post, I made cards using 2 different holiday embossing folders.The first was made with the Vintage Christmas Wreath folder. I mounted it on some American Crafts paper, used some Tim Holtz Ideology tissue tape on the edge and placed a few rhinestones on the wreath. I used  Core'dinations Color Core from the Whitewash collection and sanded it after embossing it to show the color underneath.



The second card was made using the Vintage Snow Bells folder. I used Core'dinations Distress Collection cardstock along with a Tim Holtz sentiment. It was finished with some Martha Stewart twine and a few snowflake and round sequins..


My last card is a Happy Thanksgiving card to everyone involved in these last 6 months.. I am grateful for each and every one of you. Friends and family, who supported me all along the way. The wonderful gang at Mountain Plains Crafters, who took me out of my comfort zone and helped my creative side blossom. Unity Stamp Company for being the forum through which I met the MPC gals Pam, Terri & Sheryl ( and my fellow DT members MariLynn, Jennifer, Paula and Christina ). And especially to all of you who read this blog. Meticulosity is a part of me and I am so glad to be able to share it with all of you. Your support and comments mean so much to me. Let me know what you would like to see here over the next 6 months. Challenge me to try something different. Comment on this post and I will pick 1 person at random to receive an amazing prize from Crafter's Companion.


Thank you all again for traveling with me on this creative journey of mine for the past 6 months. I hope you continue to join me as I take Meticulosity through our first year.  And a big shout-out to Crafter's Companion for helping me - AND YOU - celebrate this 6 month milestone of mine !!

44 comments:

  1. Happy Half Year blogaversary!! I am proud of you for all you have accomplished. You are a great crafter. I look forward to seeing what the next half year will bring. I am sure it will be amazing.

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    1. Love you, MariLynn....You inspire me every day !! I am proud to be on the same team as you !!

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  2. Congrats on this step & in being brave enough to try something completely new to you! I'm extremely glad we've met & became friends via this Design Team, Mountain Plains Crafters is awesome!

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    1. I feel the exact same way, Paula .... Our friendship means the world to me !!

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  3. congrats on 6 months!!! It's a great industry and I'm glad your experience has been wonderful. it's great that you're on a design team, and I wish you many successful years to come as you continue to papercraft :)

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    1. Thanks SO much, Ruby !! I have met so many wonderful people.. It is a great community to be a part of... Thank you for visiting Meticulosity again !!

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  4. Congrats on 6 months! I am sure it seems like just yesterday!
    Here's to many more blog post....CHEERS!

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    1. Thanks so much , April..... And I hope you will be there along the way !!

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  5. the computer went wonky, so not sure if my comment posted so if this is a repeat- whoopsy. sorry. anyway... happy half year anny! great cards! I look forward to seeing more :)

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    1. Thanks, Vanessa !! Glad you like my cards --I have a blast making them !!!

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  6. Happy blogaversary my dear! Here's to many, many more. I love crafting and chatting together!

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    1. Me too, Jenn !! Thanks for being there alongside me for this great adventure of mine !!

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  7. Big Blogaversary wishes! Here's to many years of bliss!

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    1. Amy, You are the best !!!! Can't wait til I get as accomplished as you !!

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  8. Happy 6 months anniversary to you. Love the cards and the sanding technique looks cool.

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    1. Thanks so much, Jean.. That paper is amazing to work with !! You need to try it ....

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  9. Congratulations on your blogaversary. Glad you took the plunge and it has worked out for you. I love the wreath card - the embossing is so pretty.
    Best wishes for continued success with your blog.
    I haven't taken the plunge yet - maybe someday.

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    1. Take the plunge.... You will be so glad you did.. If I can do anything to help, let me know ... I am no expert but can certainly offer my support .....Glad you like the wreath card !! Those embossing folders are such fun !!

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  10. Happy 6 mo Blogiversary, Deb! You are a wonderful asset to Mountain Plains Crafters and we are happy to have you, my crafty friend. Now for what I'd like to see you do in the next 6 months? Hmmm....how about a double back flip off the high dive? #grin

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    1. No back flip, but I will try many more new techniques !! Promise..... Thank you so much for the comment.. I love being on the team with all of you .. It has been a blast !!!

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  11. What a great inspiration you are to someone like me who just started a blog and feels a little overwhelmed by it all! Your work is fabulous and your story is inspiring. Happy blogaversary and thank you for sharing your journey!

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    1. Thanks , Tara and so glad you took the plunge too .. I will certainly check out your blog !! It is overwhelming when you first start but it does get easier and less stressful... Hope you continue to visit me here ...

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  12. Happy Blogversary!!! Amazing how fast time has went, right? Your cards are GORGEOUS. I just love that Cor'dinations paper. Thank you so much for being there to talk with during the struggles I had with my hubby. You are an awesome person, and I'm so glad you are apart of our MPC team.

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    1. I feel the same way about you, Sheryl !! I love being on the team with you too ... And the whole team ! That paper is some of my favorite !!! Thank you for the sweet comment....

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  13. Congratulations on your first 6 months and many more to come.

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  14. Congratulations on your first six months! Tim Holtz and Unity Stamps = great cards!
    Your Thanksgiving card is my favorite. I found you through your FB posting.

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    1. I agree !! Tim is such an inspiration to me !! As well as Angela at Unity Stamp Company ... Thank you so much for commenting.... I hope you will keep following ....

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  15. Congrats on 6 months of having a blog. Wonderful cards. I like your use of embossing folders and coredinations papers.

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    1. Thank, Sharon !! They certainly are a great combo... I hope you will continue to follow me here ...

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  16. Happy 6 month anniversary! I love checking in here to see what's new! Thanks for a chance to celebrate with you and the chance to win a prize!
    Love your cards! Pretty textures and color combos! Love that Tim Holtz sentiment stamp you used also!
    I love seeing tutorials!

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    1. This was my first tutorial and I will be doing more... It was fun !! Glad you liked it ... I am glad you check in to see what I have been working on... That means so much to me !! I enjoyed making all of these cards ....

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  17. I love your style. It is so different from mine. It inspires me to step outside my comfort zone.

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    1. Renee, that is a great compliment... I feel the same about your cards and style.. I would love to be able to color/blend like you.. Practice, practice,practice !! That is what I will do ... So we are stepping out of our comfort zones together !! Thank you for your comment and especially for our new friendship !!

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  18. Happy 6 month Blogaversary to you!! Love seeing your creations and the ideas and tips you teach. Keeps me inspired. Want to go try the sequin in the snowflake idea right now. Keep the beautiful creations coming!!

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    1. Thank you SO much... I am glad you have been inspired !! Would love to see your creation !!

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  19. Happy anniversary! You are the one that helped me to step out of my comfort zone and start posting my creations. I don't get to it as often as I would like, but just wanted to say thanks for paying it forward.

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    1. Thanks so much, Michele... I am happy to help.... Hope you get some time to be creative soon... Thanks so much for all of your support !!

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  20. Beautiful work as always, Deb! I lovelove the wreath! I might need to snag that one. ^_^

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    1. Thanks, Christina !!! Glad you like it .. These embossing folders are so amazing ,,,, You will love them !!

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  21. Wow, how fun for you
    and us! Lovely cards.
    Maybe do something
    with the metal sheets
    from All That Dazzle?
    Carla from Utah

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    1. Not sure even what that is but now I am curious !! You never know what I might come up with .. Thanks so much for visiting my blog... Hope you will check back soon,,,

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  22. Awesome cards! And many more blog posts too come! Love Crafters Companion! So great that they were able to sponsor your blog! :)

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    1. Thanks SO much, Heidi.... I love them too !! Glad you liked the cards... Hope you will be a frequent visitor !!

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