Monday, July 29, 2013

Monster madness and some candy!

It's time to make a side trip back into the deep, dark twisty woods just beyond Sweet November Land. There we will find the place of haunted houses, creepy castles and mad scientist labs galore. This spooky village is inhabited year round by a host of quirky characters that are both a little sweet and a little sour. The only time that they venture out into our world is on that one special night of October 31st. It is then that they can blend in with the crowds of innocent trick-or-treaters and play mischief on all they meet.
So light up a jack o' lantern and hold it high as we cautiously trek into the woods to see who we can find...


As we leave the spooky forest behind us the simple path below our feet gradually turns into a clearly defined road. Do we follow where it leads or make our own way into the unknown murky surroundings? At this time of night I'm thinking we should stay on the road and see where it takes us. Before long we crest a small hill and find ourselves looking out over a quirky little town full of colorful houses and crooked roads weaving through them. We decide to take a look around the odd little neighborhoods and the first inhabitant that we meet is a green monster in a flashy orange and purple suit. He introduces himself as Frankie and asks us if we are there for the annual Monster Mash party. We tell him that we didn't know about a party but it sure sounds like fun. Frankie excitedly recounts all of the highlights from past Mashes and the more he goes on about bat's eye punch, tongue of newt poppers, and electrode boogaloo the more hesitant we are about actually attending. So when a hearse pulls up offering a ride, Frankie jumps in but we suddenly remember a very important appointment that we forgot about until just this moment. He's disappointed to hear that but encourages us to stop by the festivities if our appointment runs short. 

And before he leaves Frankie pulls out some special Halloween candy to share... check it out...      

The Frankie candy kit includes; one Sweet November Frankie rubber stamp, eleven 6x6 sheets of Doodlebug Halloween Parade paper, Prima flowers, Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, Doodlepop stickers, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 

All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, August 2nd and I will announce the winners on Saturday, August 3rd. 

Now you'll want to shuffle on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs where Nancy and Tress have got some real monster mash bashes going on! :) Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

Thanks for joining us on this second day of Sweet November August previews. The monster mash continues tomorrow so don't miss that!
Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- Doodlebug (Halloween Parade)
stamps- Sweet November (Frankie), Amy R (Ghostly Greetings sentiment)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Colorbox blackbird
Doodlebug stickers
buttons
The Twinery twine
Copic markers:
skin- G20, G40, G43
hair- T5, T7, T9
eyes- YG67, BG000
clothes- RV66, RV69, V09, V06, BV02, BV04, C5, C7, C9, C1, Y38, YR04, YR07

32 comments:

Trina said...

Amy, I swear you tell the cutest stories and make the most adorable cards! You give away pretty awesome candy too! :-D

Heidi Brawley said...

OMG I LOVE him!!!!! Your card is Super Cute too!!! I can't wait to see them ALL!! Have an Awesome day!!
hugs, Heidi & Brooke

Kimberly S said...

Frankie is adorable! Love that trick or treating scene you've given him too. So cute! hugs, Kimberly

Uta said...

Wow, what a beautiful spooky card and the little Frankie looks so great.
Hugs, Uta

Chitra Nair said...

Oooooh this little monster has some attitude...Love it!!! Now I will have to get some Halloween theme papers, stamps and stuffs...

Nikki said...

What a fun Card love the way you've used him so cute!!!

Tracy said...

Love your card, hard to believe it is that time of year again! Seems like summer just started. Love the little ghosts on your card.

theCook said...

Love your little ghosts!

Nancy Thomas said...

Looks like Frankie is ready to party all night - such a fun and playful card.

Anne B. said...

Super cute! :)

Unknown said...

Super cute!

jan farnworth said...
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jan farnworth said...

Love halloween

Stephanie R/S said...

Oh I luv the paper u used this is so cute

Frances said...

Frankie is just too cute! He makes me excited for Halloween. I hope to win and thanks for the opportunity.

Anabé said...

Un diseño divertido! Ese sello le da un toque super especial... me encantan los papeles :)Ay.... quiero ese set de materiales!!!!! me enamoré

Julie D. Richards said...

He's the cutest Frankie ever. With his cheeks, that smile, and his little belly, oh my, adorable.

Ardilla said...

Great card!
The papers and embellsihments are awesome!
Hugs,
Ardilla :)

carsondcat said...

I almost love the stamps as much as I love the stories you tell to go with them.
I love opening your posts in my email because I know they'll always bring a smile to my face.
Thanks for the opportunity to win some candy.

=^-^=

SabLank said...

unusual )

KellyW said...

I love Frankie!!!....he is just too cute!!

Bev said...

LOL!!! Just can't help laughing every I read one of your stories and they are so perfect for your cards. I've never been a big Halloween person but you may convert me.

Linda said...

Frankie is so cute!!! Great job, love the card!

Tress said...

Little Frankie looks so cool with the Doodlebug papers! And the cute little ghostie friends are a great addition!

Unknown said...

Frankie is great! Would make a wonderful card for my 3 little nephews. :)

Pöydän kulmalla näpertelijä said...

Such a cool card!

Anonymous said...

Boo! Those lil ghosts are adorable...
Very beautifully desined... Witch in front of the house is too cute ;)

Many thanks for a chance to win the candy!

Sandra said...

Frankie is so funny!! :D

Bhawana said...

I love the color combo and designs of your cards. I am loving this little monster.

Unknown said...

o oh, Frankie kind out looks like someone I know...but much cuter! :)

Jennifer J said...

Frankie is fantastic. Your card is super cute and I love the little ghosts. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win!!

Trista said...

Another great Halloween stamp, thanks for the inspiration Amy!