• lakind

    Greata sketch today! Love your sample and eveyone else’s, and I also like your “Smooch” card! Looks like great stuff!

  • Nikki Stalker

    I know I’m late but I’m just glad I finally managed to use the sketch. Hopefully next time I’ll be on time.

  • Betty aka ZacksNana

    Love the sketch and the card samples!
    I played too!!!
    Bon Voyage

  • TRACEY ORCHARD

    Another great card. Had fun participating in the challenge.

  • Rachel

    Thanks for the fun sketch! I turned it 90 degrees.

  • Allison

    Great samples! I didn’t have such an easy time with this one!

  • Rachel Hope

    Great sketch! Thanks for always sharing these with us, it helps get me out of my layout rut 😀

  • Melody

    Love the sketch and card. Love your stamp and the little details. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • Tracy

    Sorry Taylor!
    I just realized I posted my entry twice. Once in the wrong entry. I’ve been on the computer too long.

    Hugs,
    Tracy

  • Jenn

    Thanks for the inspiration this weekend! 🙂

  • Anonymous

    Hi Taylor!
    As always I love your blog and your sketch challenges. I also love cupcakes thanks to you.
    Thanks for putting all the work into this so we can all enjoy it.

    Tracy (StamperGyrl)

  • Armageddon Thru To You

    Armageddon Thru To You

    If you’ve been wondering why it seems like the world around us is unraveling, it’s because the last days as foretold in the bible are now upon us. Just as it was 2000 years ago, many were unable to discern the signs of Jesus Christ’s first coming (Mat 16:3), as will many concerning his second coming, which will occur very soon. Yes many have proclaimed a similar sentiment many times in the past, but their errors have no bearing on today other than to lull you into spiritual apathy, and that too was prophesied to occur in the last days.

    If you’re not a believer in Jesus Christ because you’re an atheist, consider that the underlying impetus for your disbelief is most likely borne of pride and here’s why:

    When we die, if you as an atheist were right, then there is no upside or downside for anyone regarding the afterlife. We will all simply cease to exist

    However if we Christians were right about our belief in the afterlife, then we will be given eternal life and you as an atheist will receive eternal damnation

    Given the choices, the position held by an atheist is a fools bet any way you look at it because the atheist has everything to lose and nothing to gain. It is tantamount to accepting a “heads I win, tails you lose” coin toss proposition from someone. And that someone by the way is Satan (see Ephesians 6:12).

    The only way to explain the attitude held by an atheist is pride, pure and simple. The intellectually dishonest and/or tortured reasoning used by atheists to try and disprove the existence of God is nothing more than attempts to posture themselves as superior (a symptom of pride). And as anyone who has read their bible knows, this is precisely the character flaw that befell Lucifer, God’s formerly most high angel. (Isaiah 14:12-15). Is it any wonder then why the bible is so replete with references to pride as the cause of mankind’s downfall?

    Pride permeates our lives and burdens us in ways that most of us seldom recognize. Ironically, pride is the one thing that can blind someone to things even the unsighted can see. And sadly pride will blind many with an otherwise good heart, to accepting the offer of eternal salvation that Christ bought and paid for with his life.

    In any event, if you’re an atheist, I wish you only the best for every day of the rest of your life because for you, this life is as close to heaven as you’ll ever get, but for believers in Christ, this life is as close to hell as we’ll ever get.

    If you’re not a believer and follower of Jesus Christ because you are of another faith, please take the time to very carefully compare your faith to Christianity and ask yourself, why is the bible the only religious book with both hundreds of proven prophecies already fulfilled as well as those being fulfilled today? No other religion can claim anything remotely close to this fact. Many Christians who are serious students of bible prophecy are already aware of the role and significance of bible prophecy in foretelling end time events. God gave us prophecy as evidence of his divine holiness to know the begining from the end (Isa 46:10). God also believed prophecy to be so important that to those willing to read the most prophetic book in the bible, the Book of Revelation, he promised a special blessing (see Rev 1:3), and this is the only book in the bible that God gives its reader a special blessing for reading. Something to think about.

    Don’t risk losing Christ’s offer of eternal life by not accepting him as your savior and by thinking that the bible is nothing more than a compilation of unrelated and scattered stories about people who lived 2,000 plus years ago. If you take the time to study (not just read) the bible, you will literally be shocked to learn things you would have never imagined would be revealed in it. Did you know that like parables, God also uses particular months and days in the Jewish calendar, Jewish Feasts and customs, solar and lunar phases, celestial alignments, gematria (Hebrew numerology) early bible events and more as patterns and models to foretell future events?

    Consider the following interesting facts about the bible that testify to its God-inspired authorship:

    Did you know that in Gen 12:2, God said he would bless Israel?. How else can you explain the grossly disproportionate level of success achieved by Jewish people as a tiny minority in the world, especially after all they have gone through? And how can you explain the success achieved by the tiny nation of Israel, surrounded by enemies outnumbering them 100 to 1 and yet still they remain victorious in all their wars?

    Did you know that as evidence to indicate that Israel is the epicenter of the world from God’s point of view is the fact that languages to the west of Israel are written and read from left to right as if pointing to Israel, and languages from countries to the east of Israel are written and read from right to left, again as though pointing to Israel. Just a coincidence, you say? I think not.

    Did you know that the six days of creation and seventh day of rest in Genesis is a model for the six thousand years of this age (ending very soon), that is to be followed by a 1,000 year millennial reign by Christ (see 2 Peter 3:8)? Adam was born sometime prior to 4000 B.C., therefore our 6000 years are almost up.

    Did you kow that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is hidden in the meaning of the Hebrew names listed in the genealogy of the book of Genesis (Research it online)? To deny this was God-inspired, one has to instead believe that a group of Jewish rabbis conspired to hide the Christian Gospel right inside a genealogy of their venerated Torah, which is not a very plausible explanation.

    Did you know that solar eclipses, which the bible describes as the sun being black as sackcloth, and lunar eclipses, which the bible refers to as blood red moons, have prophetic meaning? Research it online. God showed Adam (and us) his plan for man’s redemption through the use of celestial alignments. (research Mazzaroth online)

    Did you know that much of the symbolism in the book of revelation refers to planetary alignments that will occur when certain events occur as prophesied? These planetary alignments also explained the birth of Christ, just search out The Bethlehem Star movie on the Internet.

    Did you know that the references in Eze 39:4-17 and Rev 19:17-21 in the battle of Gog/Magog and Armageddon respectively, in which birds of prey will eat the flesh of the dead in battle from two enormous wars is based on fact? The largest bird migration in the world consisting of bilions of birds (34 species of raptors and various carrion birds) from several continents converge and fly over Israel every spring and fall. Coincidence? I think not.

    Did you know that Hebrew numerology, also known as Gematria, and the numbers with biblical and prophetic significance are hidden in the Star of David? Google the video called “Seal of Jesus Christ”

    Did you know that the seven Churches mentioned at the beginning of the Book of Revelation describe the seven stages the Church will go through?

    There are literally hundreds of hidden messages in the bible like these that testify to the fact that the bible was God inspired, and statistically speaking, are all exponentially beyond the likelihood of any coincidence. You can find them yourselves if you only take the time to look into it. Remember Proverbs 25:2 “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter; to search out a matter is the glory of kings”.

    And finally, if you are Catholic, or one who subscribes to the emergent Church or seeker-friendly Church movement, please compare the doctrine taught, advocated or accepted by your Church, with the actual bible, notwithstanding some new-age version of the bible. And remember that although the bible is often referred to as the living bible,
    the word “living” was never intended to imply in any way that the bible “evolves” over time to meet, or be consistent with, the standards of man. It’s just the opposite.

    Well, am I getting through to you? If not, the answer might be explained in the response given by Jesus Christ in his Olivet discourse when he was asked by his disciples why he spoke the way he did (in parables, etc.) in the book of Matthew 13:10-16. What Jesus said could have easily been paraphrased more clearly as “so that the damned won’t get it”. Why did Christ respond the way he did when asked why he spoke this way? Is there something about pride (the bible says there is) that closes one’s heart to seeing or hearing the messages supernaturally hidden in bible parables, models, typologies, and similes, etc.? That should give you something to think about, but don’t take too long. Time is now very short.

    If it sometimes seems like there are powers at work behind the powers we know, remember what it says in Ephesians 6:12 “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” If you study the bible, it will become clearer.

    And by the way, if you are a scoffer, this too was prophesied to occur in the last days. See 2 Peter 3:3.

    Thank you and God Bless you!
    Armageddon.thru.to.you (at) gmail.com

  • Steph

    I love those rhinestones!
    thanks for another great sketch!

  • Kathi Carlson

    Another great sketch, Taylor! Wonderful inspiration, too! Thanks!!

  • Barbara

    Love the sketch and the samples!!! They’re both just too sweet!

  • Laura (scrapnextras)

    Your card is amazing and Wendy’s is adorable! I have those rub ons myself…and their “colour” just threw me off! Now I’m inspired! Where do you find those Zva crystals. I must have them!!! Wen

  • Stephanie

    Wow! This card is fantastic Taylor! I love those rub-ons! 😀

  • Denise

    Thanks for the fun sketch Taylor!!

  • dini

    great sketch, thank you!

  • Elena

    Thank you for the great sketch, Taylor! Your card is gorgeous! And Wendy’s card is so cute!!!

  • cheiron

    Wow! Love your card, bling and paper! Happy colors…

  • Aussieleigh

    The bling behind your sweet stuff card is just stunning…LOVE IT!

  • Michelle (sf9erfan)

    Cute sketch Taylor!! Uhhh, I made a mistake and forgot I entered my card to my SCS gallery and just entered it from my blog post!! Can you delete one? I tried, but Mr. Linky is tricky! LOL!

  • Valerie Durham

    Finally! I caught your sketch in time to enter your contest! I had a new stamp set I bought from a friend who was cleaning out her closet, so I couldn’t wait to try your sketch out with my new stamps!

  • Kristin Bueter

    Oh my…another adorable sketch! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your sketches…they always inspire me. Hope to have time later to create something.

    Do you have a “badge/button” that we could add to our blogs? I have a list of challenges that I love to do, and with the changes I recently made on my blog, I realized it was an inconvenience to me to NOT have a button for your challenges :O) Hope you don’t mind, but I created a temporary one with your banner. If you would like me to remove it, I’m happy to…just say the word. If you already have a button or plan on creating one, I’ll be happy to replace what I’m using now :O) Thanks so much!

  • Karen Motz

    I LOVE your card Taylor. The rubons are so pretty and the bling in the background is perfect! Thanks for another great sketch.

  • Terri

    Another great sketch, Taylor…LOVE your card! Thanks for letting me play!

  • Desire Fourie

    Taylor, these cards are gorgeous and so true to your style.

    Its great to have a girls day out now and then to re-centre oneself.

    Hugs from Desire

  • Tori Wild

    Love the blings!! I used some too, but not as sparkly as yours!! Very shiny fun!

  • Jami {sgtStamper}

    These are both so sweet….but I can’t stop looking at those fabulous crystals!! WOW!

  • Doris Snyder

    Again, love the sketch and your card (esp. the chocolate cake…I guess there’s no calories gained by just looking!)
    Have a blessed weekend.

  • Heather

    Lovely sketch and beautiful cards! I love the rub-on cupcake scene!

    Heather 🙂

  • Vicki C

    Oh.. I look SO forward to seeing everyones creations on Friday! Both these cards are fantastic!

  • Carolina

    Beautiful cards and love the sketch! Hope you have a wonderful girl’s day out!

  • Denise (peanutbee)

    Awww, these cards are both so CUTE!!

  • Lisa Hjulberg

    Gosh, Taylor, I love this card!
    The bling is the best part. I’ve got to get some of those crystals!

    I’m so envious of your girls’ day out… a massage would be heavenly right now. Enjoy!

  • Ana

    Love it Taylor!! That bling is PERFECT!! Have a great weekend 🙂

  • Lynn Mercurio

    Oh Taylor…another fantastic creation with an equally fantastic sketch! You ROCK woman!

  • Monika/Buzsy

    What a grat card Taylor. Love the blings and the pretty colors. TFS! Have fun!

  • Jackie Pedro

    Love all the bling on your darling card, Taylor! This was a fun sketch!

    Have a fun girls’ day!!

  • Vicki (basement stamper)

    What darling samples and what fun time to spend with friends! 🙂 I look forward to seeing what I can do with this one!! TFS!

  • Wendy

    I need one of those days, I am jealous! Enjoy it! Thanks again for making my day today, I am truly honoured! I do love your card, I had to reread your comments as I thought maybe they were new stamps of yours! Love it! Thanks again Taylor!

  • ~ Angi :)

    Sent you some Mississippi blog-love, Taylor! Head over to my blog to enjoy! 😀

  • Dawn Easton

    Awesome samples from both of you girls!!! So glad I popped in…perfect timing! I’m heading down to stamp now 🙂
    Great sketch!

  • Donna

    oooh – that is some sweet stuff! love your card. How fun to have a girl’s night/day! Enjoy – you deserve it

  • Linda E

    What a beautiful card! You make me want to run right out and buy that stamp. LOL!

  • Deborah

    Gorgeous! Merry stampin’! Deb

  • Pam SCS - "craftea"

    Hi Taylor, I have been a faithful follower of your blog for the last few months. I just wanted to thank you for all the awsome inspiration and ideas. This is such a beautiful card! You do such a wonderful job on your cards. So elegant looking. Have a wonderful God blessed Christmas and New Year,

  • Debra

    You hold your own just fine! It’s a beautiful card! I love this set as well and finally found one.
    Merry, Merry!
    debra~

  • Scrubbysue

    This is just beautiful! so elegant! TFS!

  • Kristine B.

    Such a gorgeous card!! That stamp is just so easy to make a card look amazing and elegant 🙂

  • broni (waterchild12)

    What a gorgeous, elegant card, Taylor! Your fingers must indeed hold that same magic. You only choose to release it less frequently!!! Merry Christmas!

  • Rose

    Wow! What a gorgeous card!

  • cheryl (clee)

    Lovely card…and encouraging to know I’m not the last one to get my handmade cards in the mail.

  • Dawn Easton

    This is gorgeous Taylor! Love the shades of red and green! The pearls are a wonderful addition!

  • Gerri K

    Taylor,
    This card is stunning! I can’t tell you how much I love it.

  • boynecitygrl

    Wow Taylor, Magnificent!! I just got this set of Winter Birds by inkadinkado. I had a bit of trouble trying to come up with a way to use them. I just love this card.

    Merry Christmas!!

    Beth F

  • carole (TruCarMa)

    I don’t know, Taylor… your fingers seem pretty magical to me! This is a beauty!!! : )

  • Heather

    Hi Taylor,

    Well after seeing your picture all over comments in blog world, and on SCS, and having you leave a sweet comment on a card I made on SCS yesterday I finally decided it was time to come visit your blog.

    I love stamping blogs and blogging about stamping!!!

    We have 3 kitties, and a dog used to have two, and now 3 kids. The animals all came first, and we used to think when people told us our time and love for the animals would go out the window once kids came along.

    Well I would say our love for them has not lessoned at all, but yes our time attention, and devotion is much less these days!

    Good thing ther kids all adore them and want to be near them all the time!!! Not sure the animals love that all the time with a 6, 4 and 1 year old, but it works!!!

    I love your work Taylor I am very familiar with it from SCS you do lovely stuff.

    Now what do you mean this card does not have the touch or your fingers???

    Taylor you do have a nack for elegant and vintage cards as seen in this card above keep them coming!!!

    Heather

  • Denise (peanutbee)

    This is so gorgeous, Taylor! That ribbon is so elegant, especially with that image and the papers.

  • Holly

    All the adjectives to describe your card have been used! It is so striking!!

  • Debbie

    WOW! This is STELLAR! I think your fingers work some pretty amazing magic.

  • jana

    This is truly stunning. I see magic in those fingers!

  • Thanh

    I get what you’re saying, Taylor – traveling always makes me so tired!

  • Michelle (Lady2cu)

    Your card is simply gorgeous, and I think you can hold your own with ANY of them (even if they are my friends)! 🙂

  • Rachel

    Apparently your fingers DO hold the same magic- this card is amazing!!!

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