The Cuttlebug Spot - 4th of July

Happy Monday! This week at The Cuttlebug Spot we're ready to celebrate the 4th of July! The firework stands are up and starting to sell, the weather is finally warm... it's time to celebrate! My little guy is ready for the fireworks, the parade, swimming at the beach and his Grandma's birthday as she was born on the 4th too!

I found my image at Clearly Vintage. Cora has several to choose from that are all fabulous. This was 'the one' for me though... singing, play, flurry of fun... it all speaks what the day is for us.

My papers are all from K&Co, cuttlebug A2 Allegro embossing folder... ribbon and lace trim is from my OMG stash my Grandma keeps filled, lol. She is too funny but I love it. Thanks for stopping by!

Cuttlebug Spot 'Bling It' Challenge & BLOG HOP

Today at The Cuttlebug Spot we're adding some bling to our creations! We are also joining up with some other great blogs for a BLOG HOP! Be sure to stop by for the details! It's going to be fun.

I found this image at Clearly Vintage. This blog is fully loaded with vintage inspiration that is free for all to use and love on. I have only surfed through a few pages of posts and let me tell you it's great! I knew right away this image was perfect for this week's challenge. Stop by and have a look at the newly posted pics! So darn cute.

I snuck in a little cuttlebug using clear transperency on the upper right side of my card. It is hard to see in the photo of course but looks great in person. It adds the texture with a bit of mystery. The rhinestones are in the center of the flowers.

The paper flower is created using 3 paper punch sizes, crumpled and inked. It's one of my new fav flower techniques. This works great with waxed and parchment paper as well.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!

making Memories: Sabrina line for paper, rhinestones and button
EK Success border punch negative for swirls. Flower and swirls are covered with Fruit Punch and Black Diamond Stickles.
Circle punch in 2, 1.5 and 1 inch size
Cuttlebug A2 Border: Frills