I can see right through that!

Before we get started today, I wanted to thank our participants from last week.  I know the world is crazy right now, not to mention our normal day-to-day obligations.  So, for my design team and those of you who made some time to play along last week - thank you.

Now let's have some fun!

This week our sponsor is.....

and there are FOUR DIGIS up for grabs for a lucky participant!

You have until 11:59pm next Wednesday to be eligible for the prize, but if you decide to play along after that, just leave us a link in the comment section.

Our challenge this week is....

I CAN SEE RIGHT THROUGH THAT!

You got it kids - we want you to use vellum on your projects this week.  Fold it, stamp it, emboss it - whatever makes you happy.  Now how about a little inspiration from our fabulous design team?

Christmas Tree by Lisa.

Randolf by MacKenzie.

 Kissmas Monkey by Jodi.

 (inside view)

 Kissmas Monkey by Kerry.

Randolf by Joan.

Christmas Tree by Alyssa.

Kissmas Monkey by Patricia.

(inside view)

Randolf by Judy.

Now it's your turn! 

Go grab that vellum and leave us a link by 11:59pm next Wednesday.

Little Brown Dress Winner

Just popping in quick today to announce our winner of a $10 credit to

Congratulations to.....

DEANNE!!

This was her cute entry...

I'll be in touch Deanne! 

Thanks to all who found time to play along during this crazy week.

Our new sponsor and new challenge will be posted at midnight!

See you then!

The Little Brown Dress

Ready for another Christmas challenge? Thanks to all of you who played along last week and came back for more!

For those of you who may be new to CSAYL, we post a new challenge every Friday. Some weeks we'll have a sponsor company with prizes and other weeks we'll just play for fun. Our challenges will run every Friday until November 18th, and if you play along with us each week, you'll have all of your Christmas cards DONE before Thanksgiving!

Let's get started, shall we?
Our sponsor this week is....

Deedee has generously donated a $10 credit to her online store to one lucky winner!

And now on to the challenge....
Inspiration can come from anywhere.
Even a little brown dress. (photo courtesy of "Cat on a Limb")

I found this adorable handmade dress while perusing blog-land one evening. You can check out how one talented Mommy made it right here.

Check out how the design team was inspired by this cute toddler dress... Lovin from My Oven by MacKenzie.
Warm Wishes by Patricia.

A light into the World by Lisa.

Just Chillin' by Judy.

Deer Friend by Joan.

Let it Snow by Kerry.

Beary Merry Christmas by Alyssa.

Merry & Bright by Becky.

Merry & Bright by Jodi.

Gingerbread Holidays by Louise.

Okay kids, now it's your turn.
How does the little brown dress inspire you?

How much Bling can YOU Bring? - Top 10 and a winner!

Thanks to all of you who participated in our first challenge of the year! I had so much fun hopping over to all of your blogs and seeing your beautiful projects!

Here are 10 of my favorite projects this week!
(just click on the pic to go to each blog if you like)

And now for our winner of the Bling challenge!
Congratulations to........
CORRY SMYRSKI!!
you've won FIVE FREE DIGIS FROM PINK CAT STUDIO!
(I'll be e-mailing you soon Corry)

Thanks again to all who participated!
Check back shortly for a sneak peek at our next challenge!

How Much Bling Can You Bring?

For those of you who know me, you know how much I love my bling! To start the new year of challenges off right, I want to know......HOW MUCH BLING CAN YOU BRING? Gems, glitter, Stickles, whatever tickles your fancy! Bling it up, make it sparkle and leave us a link!

And speaking of starting off the new year right...
Our fabulous sponsor this week is
PINK CAT STUDIO!

One winner will be chosen this week to receive FIVE FREE DIGIS of their choice!

You have until 12:00AM (P.S.T) on Thursday to upload your "blingy" creation and the winner will be announced on Thursday afternoon. I'll also be sharing links and photos of my favorite 10 entries!

Now, how about a little inspiration from our new design team?

Lily Baked Cookies by Jodi.

Lily Elf Carrying Tree by Joan.

Lily Elf Carrying Tree by Kerry.

Betty & Snowman Decorate Tree by Alyssa.

Polar Bear Present by Louise.

Kissing Penguins by Judy.

Betty Candy Cane Fairy by Patty.

Kissing Penguins by Lisa.

Birds Make a Christmas Cupcake by Becky.

and last but not least....Lily Candy Elf by MacKenzie.

Now let's see how much bling you can bring!

Leave a link to your sparkly Christmas project for a chance to win 5 digis from Pink Cat Studio and a spot in our Top 10!

Here's how it will work...

Our first challenge of 2011 will be posted right here on Friday, March 4th at the stroke of midnight! After that, a new challenge will be posted EVERY Friday through November 18.

Here's how things will work this year:

• Create a NEW project according to our challenge, post on your blog and link back to the challenge post at CSAYL.
• Add your entry to the CSAYL challenge post with a direct link to your project post.
• Stop by at least 2 other challenge entries and leave them some love.

The challenges will close on Thursdays at midnight (PST).

On Thursday afternoon, I will post my TOP TEN favorite entries and announce the winner! (on some weeks, we will have more than one winner!)

And then on Friday, we'll start it all over again!

I'm really excited about this year and can't wait to see what you all do. See you back here in 4 days!