Saturday Sketch Challenge Inspiration!!!

As a new Stampin' Up demonstrator, I've been pressured to be inspired and the pressure brought my creativity to a screeching halt!! Desperate, I contacted my upline and she pointed me in the direction of Stampin' 411!! You resourceful types out there probably already know about this brilliant blog, but I've just discovered it. They have this brilliant idea called the Saturday Sketch Challenge; once I realized it's potential I gave it a shot.

The brilliant creators at 411 come up with a basic sketch and you get to let your imagination run wild. Well, this is exactly what I needed to kick me in the pants!!! I had so much fun creating this valentine and while, it's not showcase quality like so many other people are capable of, I think it's a good start!!!

The Attic Boutique designer series paper was my inspiration. The colors and styles are so romantic, I thought it would be great for a valentine. I used Blushing Bride and Pear Pizazz for the ink colors (I used the markers because I didn't have the pads.. note to self, by the pads!!)
The stamp sets were P.S. I Love You and Take it to Heart (adorable!). Wisteria Wonder was my basic card stock and I used Whisper White for the stamping base. The Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer punch, a pearl, and Baja Breeze 3/8" Pleated Satin Ribbon. It's amazing how so many little items I bought for different purposes, come together to make such a cohesive look!!