Happy 60th Birthday Dad !!

Hi Friends. It's a very special day for me...in fact this coming week is Extra Special for me & My Dad. Because It's his 60th Birthday today !! On the 17th of this month is 'Father's Day' & that's not all... it's my Mum Dad's Anniversary also. They will be celebrating their 34 years of togetherness! May God always Bless them with Lots of Love, Health & Happiness !! 

Well Here's a Shirt Origami Card that I made for my Daddy for his Birthday!! Here's the Video Tutorial. I made another one for my hubby...'Just Because...' The One with the dots is for the Birthday Boy & the checked shirt is for my DH !

Did U see the Size Label I made on the collar ?? LOL.... Well my Dad wears size 'MEDIUM', so 'M' for him & my DH wears a 'SMALL' so 'S' for him !! 

This one's for my Dad.

Space to write in the Message.

This one's for my DH- Sourav. 

Check out that little Pocket Square.

Supplies Used:

Pattern Paper - from my Stash & Local Buy (more than a year old now)

Card Stock - Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Distress Ink - Tea Dye & Walnut Stain

Black Gel Pen - Signo

Pop Dots - Joanna Sheen

Happy Birthday Sentiment Stamp - from a swap from (Jacqy Weber)

Challenges Entered :

Celebrate the Occasion Challenge #66 (Father's Day) ends on June 17th

MMM Challenge-Week #53  (Father's Day/Masculine) ends June17th
Tammy's Scrapping Weekly Challenge #14 - (For the Boys) ends June 18th

My Craft Spot Challenge #59 (King of the Grill) ends June 19th
Dream Valley Challenge #34 (For that Special Guy) ends June 23rd
Pan Pastel UK Challenge #22 (Boys/Father's Day) ends June 16th
Fab'n' Funky Challenge #125 (Father's Day) ends June 19th
DYSU Challenge Blog #76 (Boys/Men) ends June 19th

Cards for Men Challenge #12 (Fathers Day) ends June 17th
S J Crafts- Monthly Challenge #5 May/June(All about Boys) - ends June 20th


Hugs,

Riti

Smiles are Proof...

Another One using the same stamp & technique. Am loving it !!

Supplies Used:

Cardstock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Watercolor Paper

Ribbon - from stash

Stamp - "Insightful Meadow" by Unity Stamp Co.

Distress Ink - Peeled Paint

Staz On - Jet Black

Signo - Black Gel Pen (for doodling)

Hugs,

Riti 

Insightful Meadow

Another Quick Card using the Splatter Technique & a Wet Distressing Technique.

Supplies Used :

Card Stock - Kraft

Watercolor Paper

Acrylic Paints

Stamp - "Insightful Meadow" by Unity Stamp Co.

Distress Inks - Peeled Paint

Staz On - Jet Black

Signo - Black Gel Pen (for doodling)

Happy Crafting,

Hugs,

Riti

Splatter & Dots !!

Here's another card using the Splatter Technique.

Supplies Used:

Cardstock - Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Watercolor Paper

Pattern Paper from Spots - from my stash

Punch - Carl's Punch 3/4" Circle, 1/4" circle, Crop-A-Dile

Butterfly - from my stash

Sentiment Stamp - Insightful Meadow by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink - Staz On - Jet Black

Acrylic Paints 

Signo White & Black Gel Pen - for Doodling/Faux Stitching

Challenges Entered :

Unity Opportunity Challenge (Use Red) ends June 20th

For the love of crafting #7 (Anything Goes) ends July 9th

Hugs,

Riti :o)

Grid On Acetate Card !

Here's an Acetate card with a Grid. It was super easy to make. When I started making cards today I noticed that I have mostly used " Insightful Meadow''  by Unity Stamp Co. I just don't know what it is, but I simply love this set & of course Unity is my Favorite Stamp Brand. I am a Freak !! And Rather than anyone buying me gifts, flower etc I'd prefer them giving me Unity ! LOL

Supplies Used :

Cardstock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Acetate

Watercolor Paper

Stamp - Insightful Meadow by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink - Distress Inks - Black Soot

Staz On - Jet Black (For the Sentiment)

Acrylic Paints - for the splatter

Pop Dots - Joanna Sheen

Challenges Entered:

Unity Opportunity Challenge (Use Red) ends June 20th
Twisted Tuesday Challenge (Use anything Clear) ends June 17th (used my fav. stamps here)

Hugs,

Riti

Splitter - Splatter !!

Hello Friends & Fellow Crafters, I had some awesome time today making some lovely cards using the 'Splatter Technique'. This technique is being used quite a lot now a days by so many of you. And I finally decided to try it myself. I had so much fun, Handsdown!!! Love how it looks IRL !

Supplies Used :

Cardstock - Kraft

Water Color Paper

Stamp - Insightful Meadow by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink - Victorian Velvet Distress Inks by Tim Holtz

Staz On - Jet Black

Splatters - Acrylic Paints

Ribbon - local buy

Challenges Entered :

Paper Play Challenges 12 - WK 23- (Kraft Basics) ends June 15th)

Unity Opportunity Challenge - (Use Red) ends June 20th)

For the love of crafting #7 (Anything Goes) ends July 9th

Hugs,

Riti

Pink/Orange Set !!

Take a look at these cute little Orange/Pink cards together. They were so easy & fun to make !

Will be back tomorrow...
Happy Crafting,
Riti :o)

Fun Birthday Banner !

Here's another Pink-Orange CAS card !!

Supplies Used :

       Cardstock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

       Stamp : Got in a Swap from (Jacqy Weber)

       Ink : Staz On - Jet Black
       Emboss Dual Pen by Tsukineko - Tangerine (sentiment tag)
       Clear Embossing Powder - Ranger

       Signo - Black Gel Pen - for doodling

       Foam Dots - Joanna Sheen

       Twine - from my stash

Challenges Entered:

Chocolate, Coffee & Cards Challenge #14 (Photo Inspiration) ends June 15th

Happy Crafting,

Smiles,

Riti

Bright & Cheery Birthday !

Hi Friends..here are a few simple cards from me. I'm loving his combination of bright Pink & Orange together.

Supplies Used : 

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp - Got in a swap from (Jacqy Weber)

Ink : Staz On - Jet Black

Signo Gel Pen - Black - for doodling.

Twine - from stash

Challenges Entered :

Chocolate, Coffee & Cards Challenge #14. (Photo Inspiration) - ends June 15th

lil tea party..

Happy Monday Friends.Just a cute little card today..I love this stamp set from Unity. Me thinks this is so adorable.

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Recollections & Fabriano Elle Erre

Stamp : Its a little Party - Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink: Staz On - Jet Black

Glaze Shimmer pen

Black Signo Gel Pen

Challenges Entered:

Chocolate, Coffee & Cards Challenge #14 - Photo Inspiration - ends June 15th.

Hugs,

Riti

Floral Birthday Card !

Hi Friends. Here's a Birthday Card for a very Dear Friend. It just slipped outta my Mind that tomorrow is her Big Day. So I rushed & made this card in a jiffy. I hope she likes it. I made this pretty flower using a flower stamp from Unity Stamp Co. I stamped & cut out 3 flowers on vellum and used a brad to put them together. I love how it looks. Will have to some make more of these.

Supplies Used :

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre) & Recollections.

Pattern Paper : DCWV

Vellum - for the flowers

Brads - Making Memories

Stamps - Flowers + Friends = Priceless by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink - Staz On (Jet Black)

Distress Inks : Black Soot

Signo :White & Black Gel Pen

Challenges Entered :
Crafting for all Seasons- Ch #28 (Many Layers) ends June 12th
Lollipop Crafts Challenge #83 (Flowers in Bloom)  ends June 30th
For the love of crafting #7. (Anything Goes) ends July 9th

Happy Crafting....

Riti :o)

Jessica's Craft Shaque - 500 Followers Giveaway!

Hi Friends,Jessica Shelton is having a fabulous Giveaway on her Craft Shaque. She has already covered more than 400 Followers & soon shall have 500 Followers. Do visit her BLOG to get a chance to win this awesome Unity KOM. 

Congratulations Jess !! on the 400 Followers.......wishing You many many more Followers to come.

Happy Crafting,

Hugs,

Riti :o)

Make A Wish - Little Monkey !

A Cute little B'day Card for a cute little Boy !!

Supplies Used:

Card Stock - Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Embossing Folder by Cuttlebug - Happy Birthday

Stamp - Life Documented Banner, Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Sentiment Stamp - Party All Day by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink - Rich Cocoa by Memento

Frame Die Cut - Recollections (Came in a RAK from Jacqui)

Monkey Wooden Die Cut - from Michaels

Challenges Entered :

Tuesday Throwdown #100 (Masculine) ends June 4th
Fairy Tale Challenge #41 (Boys + Men)  ends June 8th
Patties Creations Design Challenge #45 (Father's Day/ Card for a Guy) ends June 14th

Have a Nice Day,
Riti

NOW CLOSED !! MY FIRST BLOG CANDY & CHALLENGE !!!

This Post will be on the Top Until I reach 100 Followers & the Winner/s are announced !
For the Newer Posts Please Scroll Down!! Thank You !

Good Afternoon Friends,
Well Wow, I cannot believe how quickly the time has gone. It's been about 6months now, I created a blog to showcase my love for crafting and I would have never imagined the joy I had to meet so many great friends who also love crafting. I appreciate and love everyone for being able to become a follower of my blog and always providing kind words which inspire me each day to create.I hope that this year I can accomplish more with my crafting. I know lately it's been hard getting back to crafting due to health issues. So, to say thank you to everyone for being a faithful follower of my blog and to also helped me reach over 50 followers (which I am so thankful for). I am having a great giveaway for everyone. It'll be a Surprise Candy Bag with Tonnes of Crafting Goodies.....I'm sure the Winner will LOVE it !! Well I can even add a second Goody Bag too.

Rules for the Giveaway are Simple & I'm Gonna have a Challenge along with it.
So Get Ready to face the challenge... Trust Me It's Gonna be Super Easy !!

Challenge:
Either Make a CAS card (clean and simple)
                OR
Make Anything Else than a Card (Either a Tag, ATC's, Altered Item like Books, Tins, Boxes etc)

Now the Rules for the Challenge:
1. Follow the Challenge Theme.
2. Your Project must be new as of Today,  (i.e. January 27th, 2012)
3. Link to your specefic Entry POST, and NOT just your entire Blog Address, in the comment section below, so that it's easy for me to check out your projects.
4. Only ONE entry per person to play fair with All ! (More than one entries will not be eligible)
5. Ofcourse, You can combine your projects with as many challenges as you want.
6. Last but Not the LEAST.... YOU SHOULD HAVE LOADS OF FUNNN !!!!!
P.S. please post your project link in the comment section below!
Rules for winning the Candy:
1. Become a follower (if you are not already) on my Blog Here.
2. Comment to let me know that U are a Follower & are In the Challenge.
3. Leave a comment telling me what kind of project you would like to see on my blog.
4. Flaunt My Challenge & Candy with a Link to my Blog On Your Sidebar.
5. Don't forget to Take up the Challenge !!! (otherwise you will not be eligible for the Candy)

All the Best to Everyone !!! Incase you don't have a BLOG, you can email me your entires at ritibanka@gmail.com

Well this Candy & Challenge will remain open till I reach 100 Followers !!!
International Crafters are also WELCOME, as I will ship the Package anywhere in the World !

Hugs,

Riti

 

Winner of my 1st Blog Candy/Challenge !!

Hi Friends,
Finally I did reach the 100 Followers mark & am Sooooooo Happy to announce the winner of my 1st Blog Candy /Challenge.... And my Husband 'Sourav' has selected Amanda from Amanda's Creations, who entered this Beautiful Frame.


  


Congratulations! Amanda on your Win. We loved your project ! I think it's Gorgeous !!
Looking forward to having you participate in the other upcoming challenges/Candies here.


DRUM ROLLLLLL FOR AMANDA !!!!!!


Thank You All for participating in the CHALLENGE. It was indeed a difficult task to choose One from so many fabulous Projects !


Please Email me your Postal Address Amanda, so that I can get your Candy in the Mail as soon as possible.

Hugs,
Riti :o)

Oval Beauty !

Hi again Friends. Here's an Oval Card today ! I had to take out my Cricut Expression Machine today, cuz I was really missing, playing with it. 

I wanted it to be a CAS card as the design on the card is pretty intricate by itself.

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : Fly Free With Me - Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Stickles - Stardust by Rangers

Watercolor Pencils - Staedtler

Kaiser Craft - adhesive backed pearls

Distress Inks - For the Inside Base - Peeled Paint & Crushed Olive

Challenges Entered:

Less is More - Week 69 (Recipe - Not a Square) ends June 1st

Crop Stop: Challenge #74 (use pearls)  ends June 6th

For the love of crafting -#7 (Anything Goes) ends July 9th

Happy Crafting,

Riti

99 Followers & More....and a Card !

Hi, Crafty People..How are you all doing today? I'm a little better & am enjoying my craft hours! It's sooo good to be crafting again! Well I've just had 99 Followers here on my Blog & can hardly wait to reach the 100th and then the Winner will be announced soon. My Husband will be picking the winner from all those lovely entries. Good Luck to all of you once again. I know he'll have a Super Tough time Picking out 1 winner. But don't worry, I'll soon be having another Giveaway as I'm nearing my 1st Blogoversary & that does call for a Candy Giveaway! So please do be on a lookout for the Candy Post!

And now for today's card: 

Another Simple Card from me Friends, using my Favorite Stamp Brand - Unity !

Supplies used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : Enjoy This Day Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Clear Embossing Powder : Rangers

Ink: Staz On - Jet Black

Challenges Entered:

Unity Stamp Company Challenge (May Striped Challenge) ends June 14th. - WINNER !!

Hugs,

Riti

Cori's 500 Followers Giveaway !

Cori is having a Giveaway at her Blog, on reaching 500 Followers.

Go Over & SHARE SOME LOVE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THIS CUTE CARTRIDGE!

hugs,

   Riti :o)

Party All Day !

Hi Friends.. another Unity Stamped card from me Today! 

Supplies Used :

Card Stock: Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Vellum

Stamps : Flower & Leaf - Flowers+Friends = Priceless by Unity Stamp Co.

Sentiments - Party all Day Set by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink : Staz On

Tim Holtz Distress Ink : Peeled Paint & Crushed Olive

Tag - Trash

Ribbon : from a RAK

Challenges Entered:

Get Hippity with Ippity Challenge # 21 (Flowers with a Leaf) ends June 3rd

Hugs,

Riti

if i had a flower...

Hi Friends,

Here's  a Bright & Cheery card, using my Prima's which have  in my craft closet since a few years now. I just had to team these up with this pretty paper a friend sent me.

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Pattern Paper - RAK from a Friend

Flowers - Prima

Centre flower Crystal - from my stash

Stamp - Forever Friends Set by Unity Stamp Co.

Ink: Staz On - Jet Black

Challenges Entered:

Sentimental Sundays Challenge #104 (Pocket full of Posies) Ends June 3rd

Have a Nice Day,

Riti

enjoy

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Papttern Paper : from my stash

Stamps : Label - 'Just a Note' Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

(Sentiment) - 'Enjoy This Day' Melody Ross Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Background Stamp :  Timeless Textures Set by Skipping Stones Design.

Background Stamp (on the butterfly) - Old LetterWriting by Hero Arts

Inks : Memento - Tuxedo Black & Lady Bug

Tim Holtz Distressing Ink - Worn Lipstick

Ranger's - Gold Embossing Powder (for the embossing the text on the butterfly)

Butterfly Die Cut - from Silhouette

Hugs,

Riti

Either rain or shine...

Finally A card after a whole lotta Note Cards. This one's for my Sweetheart...just to let him know that I'll be there by his side no matter what the weather be... Finally It rained last evening after a long time. It was a much longed-for rain & the weather was just awesome. Just perfect for a nice long drive with some old music in the background & some hot chocolate. mmmmmm but Since I wasn't well, we stayed at home & watched Kolkata Knight Riders Win against Chennai Super Kings. Whatttttta Match It was....... Congratulations to the KKR Team & Shahrukh! Hats off to Bisla..commendable play from you ! Korlam-Lorlam-Jeetlam Re !!!! Woooo Hoooo!!!!!!!! Now let's back to the card.. here it is ~

here's what written inside the card. (I found it on the net.)

'Either rain or shine
Or any other weather
Would suit me fine,
If we could be together'

SUPPLIES USED:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Pattern Paper : Local Buy

Corner Punch - Carl's -300166

Stamps -(Image)- Rain or Shine- Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

(Sentiment) - Line of Love - Itty Bitty by Unity Stamo Co.

Inks - Memento -Tuxedo Black

Tim Holtz Distress Ink - Tattered Rose

Ranger's - Glossy Accents

Adhesive Backed Pearls - Kaiser Craft

Signo - White Gel Pen

Challenges Entered:
Southern Girls Challenge #45 (Die-Cuts/Punch) ends May 29th
Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #12 (Anything Goes) ends June 3rd
The Poodles Parlour Challenge (Monochromatic) ends May 31st - 'TOP 3'

Thanks for Looking,

Hugs,

Riti

i {heart} u - mini notes !

here's another cute little mini card which says i {heart} u.

I have made several of these for a friend, who wanted these little note cards.

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp: "Heart" is from Blossom Soup - Jillibean Soup, Set by Unity Stamp Co.

The "i" and "you" is from the Dutch Mustard Soup - Jillibean Soup, Set by Unity Stamp Co. (The heart in the original stamp has been masked off)

 Signo -White Gel Pen (for the doodling)

Thanks for looking,

Hugs,

Riti

Smile - It's Your Birthday !

This one's for a very sweet friend who likes "Photography''. Happy Birthday Friend. I hope You have a 'Smile-y' Birthday !

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : School Smiles Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Inks : Memento - Rich Cocoa & Lady Bug

Signo - White & Red Gel Pen

Hugs & Smiles,

Riti

hi (Note Card)

I have made quite a few of these pretty note cards using my Unity stamps. They were quite easy, fun & less time consuming to make. What more can an ill crafter ask for in bed.. a few stamps & some paper. LOL

Supplies Used:

Card Stock: Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : Fly Free With Me, Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co

Inks: Staz On - Jet Black

Staedtler - Water color Pencils

Stickles - Stardust

Pearl Adhesives - Kaiser Craft

Carla's - 1/2" Round Punch

Signo White Gel Pen - for the doodling & sentiment

Happy Crafting,

Hugs,

Riti

Happy Birthday- Note Card !

here's another birthday themed note card, ideal for tying onto gift bags with a little note on it!

Supplies used :

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : Unity Stamp Co

Ink: Staz On - Jet Black

Thanks for Looking,

Hugs,

Riti

hello..

Here's another pretty little note card. I just love how it looks in real life...and that pretty butterfly is one of my favourite stamps !!

Supplies Used:

 Card Stock: Fabriano (Elle Erre) - {more than 6 months old}

Stamps : Dutch Mustard Soup - Jillibean by Unity Stamp Co

Ink : Staz On - Jet Black

Ribbon - from my Stash (more than 6 months old)

Challenges Entered:

Oldie But A Goldie Challenge: (Things with wings) ends May 28th

Have a Craft week,

Hugs,

Riti

Home is where the heart is..

Hi Friends,

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I can say that my weekends have been no different than my weekdays. They have been just the same, cause of my health issues. It's been quite sometime that I haven't been keeping too well. And that's the main reason why I am not able to spend as much time as I want to in my Craft Heaven. Anyhow, I try & make the most of whatever little time I get to spend there. Here's a little card I made using my Unity Stamp.

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp : Dutch Mustard Soup - Jillibean Soup by Unity Stamp Co

Ink: Memento - Lady Bug

Staz On - Jet Black

Thanks for looking,

Hugs,

Riti

P.S. Just a Reminder Friends... those of you who haven't checked out my Challenge/Candy, please do so asap.  7 morefriends here, and my Blog has 100 Followers !! Very soon I'll be having another Blog Candy as my Blog will turn a year old. My Gawd....how time flies !! Be sure to check the Blog Candy Post for more deets.

Line of Love

Hi Friends,
How is the weekend going for all of you? I've been pretty unwell past a week now. I had worked on a few cards day before yesterday but couldn't post them... Hate being unwell all the time..I Just HATE .injections & medicines...EEECKKKKSSSS!!!
Here's a Gate-fold card I made..

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Pattern Paper : from a candy 

Stamp : Line of Love - Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co

Ink : Staz On - Jet Black

Clothes Pin : from my Stash

Challenges Entered :

Pile it On #22 (2 or More Folds) ends June 2nd

Bearly-Mine Challenges #36 (Anything Goes)  ends May 28th)

Paper Pretties Wednesdays #207 (Bold/Bright colors) ends May 29th

Crafty Calender Challenge (Things with wings) ends June 1st

Creative Card Crew Challenge #11 (Dimension) ends June 2nd

The Poodles Parlor (Monochromatic) ends May 31st  TOP-3

My Time to Craft Challenge #180 (It takes Two) ends June 4th

Hugs,

Riti

Flutterin' by !!!

Hiya Buddies,
I have another beautiful card to share with you all. This one's made using one of my favourite techniques. I just love & enjoy playing with my distress inks (with water). You can do so much with them.
Well here's my card...

I took the inspiration from  Agnieszka Malyszek's Card at CASE study Challenge #91. 

Supplies Used:

Card Stock : Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp: Webster's Beauty by Unity Stamp Co. (more than 6 months old)

Inks : Tim Holtz Distress Inks - Spiced Marmalade & Peeled Paint  (more than 6 months old)

Tuxedo Black - Staz On

Butterfly Die Cuts : Silhouette 

Challenges Entered :

CASE Study Challenge #91 - ends May 22nd.

Oldie But A Goldie Challenge (Things with Wings) ends May 28th
Crafty Calender Challenge (Things with Wings) Ends June 1st

Hugs,

Riti

  

Totally Adorable !

Yes....I'm going Crazzzzzyyy using Yellow !!
With So much Heat & Sun.. all I could think & work on was Y E L L O W !!
Here's another Yellllllow card for today !

Supplies Used :

Card Stock: Fabriano (Elle Erre)

Stamp: Classic Beauty, Itty Bitty by Unity Stamp Co.

Sentiment Banners : Absolutely Priceless, Simple Stories by Unity Stamp Co.

Inks: Tuxedo Black, Staz On

Challenges Entered:

Paper Crafting Journey Challenge #9 - (Black & another Color) ends May 22nd

Play Date Cafe Challenge #132  Use Black, White & A Splash of Mustard Yellow - ends May 22nd

Have a Wonderful Sunday!

xoxo

Riti