Friday 30 September 2016

Party Party Party

A CAS card as I wanted both the paper and the image to shine.


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html
Create with TLC - Anything Goes
http://desiref.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/atg-with-create-with-tlc-challenge-no3.html
Cupcake Inspirations - Party Time
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-377.html

I have used a paper and an image from Create with TLC.  I coloured the image with copic markers and then matted using some cartridge paper.  I added some Glossy Accents to three of the balloons on the paper.

Snow White

No - not as in the fairy tale!  It is past my bedtime and the titles of the posts are whatever first pops into my head!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Monochromatic
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Use an embossing folder
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-335-use-embossing-folder.html

I went all white with a white embossed background.  I added a white doily and then the image from The Stamping Boutique which I partially coloured with Kindy Glitz.  I added a digital sentiment with some white satin ribbon threaded through.

Christmas Gift

This was a good sketch to use up some of my scraps of patterned paper. 


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sami Stamps - Add Dots
http://samistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/new-release-greyhound-fun-and-sami.html
Feeling Sketchy - Sketch
http://feeling-sketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/sketch-153.html
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-331-always-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio for the background.  The strips are offcuts of papers from Kaisercraft and Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Sami Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added a digital sentiment from Digi Doodles and some faux stitching using a Distress Marker.

Merry Christmas

A christmas card in more traditional colours this time. 


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Sugar and Spice Studio.  The image is from Fresh Brewed Designs and is coloured using copic markers.  The digital sentiment is from Digi Doodles.  I matted with some textured cardstock from American Crafts, and also added some grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts and some red pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Rocking Horse

A simple card using this month's image from Beccy's Place


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes (using September image)
http://beccysplace.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html
Sparkles Monthly Challenge - Use real lace and pearls
http://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-84-real-lace-and-pearls.html

I have used the paper and image from the September freebie at Beccy's Place.  I also used some lace and some pearls.  I coloured the image with copic markers and added some faux stitching using a Distress Marker.

Fancy Folds for Christmas

Some time ago I went on a card making day - and made a card using this fold.  I had forgotten about it until I was sorting through some stuff at the weekend and came across it.  So, I decided I would make another card using the same fold but with my own take on it.

I took a photo of the reverse too:




I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Morgan's Art World - More than One Fold
http://morgansartworld.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-19-more-than-one-fold.html
Creative Ladybirds - Anything Goes
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-19-morgans-artworld.html

I followed the instructions from the card kit we were given on the course.  The image is from Morgan's Art World and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.   On the course, we embellished with rhinestones but I decided to use some peelcraft stickers instead.  I actually prefer the look of the Peelcraft Stickers.  I added a gold satin bow and a star shaped Peelcraft sticker as well.  The sentiment on the reverse is from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.




Floral Delight

Fairly much a CAS card this time - so that it shows off the embossing.


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Embossing
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/qkr-stampede-challenge-210-embossing.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Use an embossing folder
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-335-use-embossing-folder.html
Creative Ladybirds - Anything Goes
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-19-morgans-artworld.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Anything Goes
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-greeting-challenge-anything-goes-gcc092616

I have used a paper from a paper stack by Dovecraft.  The image is from QKR Stampede and coloured with copic markers and the centres highlighted with Glossy Accents.  I embossed the image using an embossing folder that came with a magazine - and then fussy cut the edges so some of the backing paper shows.  I also added some pink pearls from Rosie's Studio and a little bow.

Thursday 29 September 2016

World Heart Day

A card inspired by World Heart Day:


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - World Heart Day
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-friday-challenge-september-23-september-29
Catch The Bug - Photo Inspiration (flowers)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-photo-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by We R Memory Keepers.  I added some heart patterned washi tape.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added a metal word brad  "Love".

Blue Christmas

I think this is meant to be a springtime image - but I saw the sheep and thought of the sheep in the manger!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-28.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Monochromatic
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge.html
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-217-anything-goes.html

I have used a snowflake patterned paper from Lozzy.  The image is from Elisabeth Bell and is coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut with a Spellbinders die and then embellished with some blue rhinestones.  The digital sentiment is from Digi Doodles and has been cut into a pennant shape.

Wednesday 28 September 2016

Think Pink

When I think Pink, I either think of Breast Cancer Awareness or Baby Girls.  This time, I went with Baby Girl.


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - Think Pink
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-august-22-28-anything-goes-optional-twist-think
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-217-anything-goes.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html

I have used a paper, border and toppers from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Pitter Patter".  The image is from Digi Stamps 4 Joy and is coloured with copic markers.

Blowing in the Wind

I think that if this girl sits there reading for too long she is going to be covered in leaves!



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Autumn
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-382-22nd-of-september.html
Star in My Pocket - It's Fall Y'All
http://starstampz.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/its-fall-yall-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Star Stampz and is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some brown paper and added three "pearls" created with Liquid Pearls.

Halloween in Orange and Black

I decided to work with just two colours - along with leaving the image white for contrast.



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-382-22nd-of-september.html

I used a black card blank and added some orange mesh ribbon, orange brads and orange Halloween buttons.  The image is from Dr Digi's House of Stamps.  I left the image uncoloured but coloured the remainder of the die-cut with copic markers 100 and YR07.

So Very Thankful

Another autumn themed card:


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/sketch-98-with-day-for-daisies.html
CCC Digi Creations - Three of a Kind (pearls)
http://cccdigicreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-57-three-of-kind.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Anything Goes
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-72-anything-goes.html
CRAFT Challenge - Autumn
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-382-22nd-of-september.html

I have used some scrapbooking papers from my stash.  The image is from A Day For Daisies and is coloured with copic markers.

Here is the sketch that I followed:

Tuesday 27 September 2016

Christmas Blessings

I went with an elegant look for this one - as the image is so elegant.
 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html
Lacy Sunshine - Anything Goes
http://lacysunshine.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/sept-17th-anything-goes-challenge.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-296.html

I have used a paper, tag, and arrow embellishment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added Kindy Glitz to the tag and arrow.  I matted with gold metallic paper and also added some gold pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Reindeer

I have reindeer on the background paper, the image and the embellishment!



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals - Critters
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-90-critters.html
ABC Christmas Challenge - S is for Sew What (faux stitching)
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/s-for-sew-what.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Eureka Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut using a cross-stitch die from Memory Box.  I also added an embellishment with a reindeer on it!

Happy BIrthday

A summery card today - I'm still hoping that the sun shows it's face.  I'm getting rid of the spring rain!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes
http://beccysplace.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (mouse)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/pinspirational-challenge-174.html
Crafty Gals - Critters
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-90-critters.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-296.html

I have used a paper, image and sentiment all from Beccy's Place.  The image is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I added some faux stitching around the image using a Worn Lipstick Distress Marker.  I also added some daisy shaped buttons.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

I haven't created a white on white card for a while - this one was inspired by the Tic Tac Toe challenge at Winter Wonderland.  When I saw white as one of the options, I just thought white on white!



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (cupcake)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/pinspirational-challenge-174.html
Winter Wonderland - Tic Tac Toe (White + Embossing + Die-cut)
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/sketch-or-tic-tac-toe.html
ABC Christmas Challenge - S is for Sew What (faux stitching)
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/s-for-sew-what.html
Limited Runs - Customer Gallery
http://limitedrunsstamps.blogspot.co.nz/p/customer-gallery.html

I have used a glitter paper from a christmas paper pad by American Crafts.  I embossed some white cardstock with a christmas embossing folder.  The image is from Limited Runs and is die-cut into a tag shape.  I added a satin bow at the top of the tag and some faux stitching using a Black Soot Distress Marker.  I also used some Kindy Glitz on the image and added three white pearls .

Monday 26 September 2016

Flying through the air

I mainly kept to green and black for this halloween card:



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The East Wind - Movement (flying)
 http://www.theeastwind.com/
Open-Minded Crafting Fun - Halloween
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/monthly-challenge-9-halloween-dress-up.html
A Bit More Time To Create - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-28.html

I have used a Halloween paper from Lozzy.  The image is from The East Wind and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some black mesh ribbon and a Halloween themed brad.

Lots of Shapes

I have incorporated several different shapes into this card!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Square + Circle + Rectangle + Star + sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-greetings-challenge-use-a-circle-square-rectangle-and-a
CRAFT Challenge - Autumn
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-382-22nd-of-september.html

I have used 2 papers from a paper pad called Botanicals. I covered the join between the 2 with some autumn coloured baker's twine.  The image is from Digi Stamps 4 Joy and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I used an offcut of a paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles for the square.  The digital sentiment is from  From The Heart Stamps.  I matted with some brown paper and also added a star sticker and an autumn leaves 3D sticker.

I have used

Cat Kite

I like the idea of a cat shaped kite!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Ike's World - Things that Fly
http://ikesworldchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/ikesworld-challenges-72-things-that-fly_13.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-330-always-anything-goes.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-10.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad.  The image is from Ike's Art and is coloured with copic markers.  I sprayed a doily with Dylusions Ink - Slate Grey.  I also die-cut some letters using black cardstock and a die from Elizabeth Crafts.  Finally I added some black pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Sunday 25 September 2016

Wishing For Summer

It has rained nearly every day this week - making me wish for more summery weather!  Currently it is raining fairly steadily. 


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-206.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html

I have used a patterned paper from a paper pad by MME.  The image is from Digital Delights and is coloured with copic markers.  I used a die from Spellbinders to cut the image and then added rhinestones at each of the points.  I used the reverse of the paper to create another layer which is matted with orange cardstock and embellished with some more rhinestones.  To finish, I added a flower piece with a pearl from Rosie's Studio for the centre.

OMG - Look at all those lovely autumn leaves

I had coloured this image up some time ago and when I realised I had used autumn colours I just had to turn it into an autumn themed make!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-206.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Anything Goes
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge-9-anything-goes.html
CRAFT Challenge - Autumn
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-382-22nd-of-september.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I also used a small piece of a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles and matted with some brown paper.  The image is from Kenny K and is coloured with copic markers and then matted onto the brown paper.  I added a 3 D autumn sticker.

Saturday 24 September 2016

The only reason

I have had times in my life that I can really relate to that sentiment.  At the moment though I am enjoying cooking - just don't enjoy the cleaning up afterwards!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - September BINGO (Funny Sentiment + 2 images + circles)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-bingo-challenge.html
Little Miss Muffet - Anything Goes
http://littlemissmuffetchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-147-anything-goes.html

I have used a polka dot paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The images are from Bugaboo Stamps and have been coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut the images using a set of Spellbinder circle dies and matted them with red cardstock. I also added a red flower and a white pearl from Rosie's Studio.



First Day of School

It has just started raining again - we seem to be having a very wet Spring!  Still, while I can't do anything outside I can craft and create!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - September BINGO
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-bingo-challenge.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-330-always-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.

Friday 23 September 2016

Christmas Mouse

Another christmas card using this fabulous image!  I've used this one on a few cards now.


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (mouse)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/pinspirational-challenge-174.html

I have used a silver foil effect paper from a christmas paper pad by Craft Smith.  Unfortunately, it doesn't photograph that well though.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some dimensional stickers as embellishments.

Ornaments in 3 colours

I picked out the three main colours in the DP to colour the images.


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 414
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/stella-says-sketch-challenge-414.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by MME.  The images and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  The images have been coloured with copic markers.  I added some dots around the images and sentiment using a Distress Marker - Candied Apple.

Yum! Cheeseburger!

This one looks pretty big too - with plenty of cheese, some tomato and a pattie.



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - National Cheeseburger Day
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-friday-s-challenge-september-16-2016
Catch The Bug - BINGO (border + texture + metal)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-bingo-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The border and arrow are from the same paper pad.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some Magic Mesh for texture and some metal brads on the arrow.

Snow Time

Well actually here we should be heading into beach time!  Just need the weather to get that message!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/qkr-stampede-challenge-209-anything-goes.html
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Winter Holidays
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-ala-mode-fall-winter-holidays-9-17-9-23-16

I have used

Thursday 22 September 2016

Balloon

Although the temperature is getting more summery, we have had yet another day of rain!  So, I've been inside today and created a girlie girlie card. 




I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Balloons
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-216-balloons-design-team-call.html
All Dressed Up - Anything Goes

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from All Dressed Up and is coloured with copic markers.  I added a random border around the image.  I also used some organza ribbon and some glitter domes.


Midway point of the Luck Challenge at The Path of Positivity

Yes, that's right - we are midway through this month's challenge at The Path of Positivity and our theme is Luck.  We are sponsored this month by Imagine That and Limited Runs.




For my midway card, I have used an image from Limited Runs called Dancer:



I have also used a paper from a paper stack by Dovecraft called "Floral Muse".  I added some vintage lace and some crocheted flowers.  The image is coloured with copic markers E00, E35, E31, R22, R20, G21 and I also added some faux stitching using Distress Marker - Peeled Paint.

Happy Birthday

I'm last minute for one of these challenges - and only a few hours to spare on one of the others!  It has just been one of those weeks!  Still at least it did get completed in time - and I got to play with a die set that I purchased a few months back that I still hadn't found an excuse to use.



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Balloons
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-216-balloons-design-team-call.html
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - Use dies or punches
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-august-15-21-optional-twist-punches
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes
http://crafting-with-friends.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-27.html

I have used a paper from a birthday themed paper pad.  The image is from Digi Stamps 4 Joy and is coloured with copic markers.   I matted with some pink cardstock.  I also die-cut some balloons using a die set from Memory Box.

Wednesday 21 September 2016

Peace Love Joy

This is the second of the cards that I created today:


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes
http://crafting-with-friends.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-27.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Craft Smith.  The image is from Pickled Potpourri Designs and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added a sentiment from a set of vintage embellishments.

Natalie

I should have gone to bed about 20 minutes ago - but I am going to upload the two cards that I created earlier today before I do!



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by MME.  The image is from The stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I matted with some red cardstock and also added some blue ribbon across the card.

Bookmarks


I used a sheet of four bookmarks - so did them double sided and in different colour schemes.  Actually now I wonder if I should always make my bookmarks double sided as they look so much better!


I would like to enter my bookmarks into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/ag-no-103.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-206.html
Pattie's Creations - Back To School
http://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-126.html

The bookmark templates are from Pattie's Creations.  I matted them with cardstock.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some faux stitching using a white pen to one bookmark and inked the edges of the other with Distress Ink - Barn Dance.

Pretty Box

I have had this box sitting around waiting to be decorated and not had any inspiration until now



I would like to enter my project into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/ag-no-103.html
Julia Spiri - Boxes
http://juliaspirichallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/blogiversary-1-year-challenge-24-for.html
Craft  Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-330-always-anything-goes.html

I painted the box with gesso and then acrylic paint from Kaisercraft.  The image is from Julia Spiri and coloured with copic markers.  I also used ribbon and flowers from Iva Nova Chest, some Angelina Fibre and a chipboard embellishment.

Tuesday 20 September 2016

Merry Christmas in Red

I have a paper pad that is entirely red and white - so decided to work with that colour scheme.



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-295.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Sugar and Spice Studio.  The image is from Melonheadz and is coloured using copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

25

A mainly monochromatic card with a splash of red.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Add a Number (25)
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-264-add-number.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html

I have used a christmas paper from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also used some gold glitter tape and some gold number thickers.

Happy Fall Y'All

We are actually Springtime here so it is kinda weird creating autumn themed cards!



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-295.html
Di's Digis - Autumn Challenge
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/autumn-challenge.html

I have used a paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image is from Di's Digis and coloured with copic markers.

Tiddly Sketch

I love a good sketch challenge. 



I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Tiddly Inks - Sketch
http://tiddlyinkschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-190lets-get-sketchy.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/ag-no-103.html


I have used a snowflake patterned paper from Craft Smith.  The image is from Tiddly Inks and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also used a Memory Box die for the borders, and some gold sparkly mesh ribbon.

Monday 19 September 2016

Things That Fly

It is the third Monday in September - so time for a new challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  This challenge the theme is Things That Fly and we are sponsored by Fabrika Fantasy.



I have used an image called Halloween Cat.


I also used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  I added some white web ribbon that I inked black.  I also used some Halloween brads and a spider embellishment.  The matting is black cardstock and colouring is with copic markers.  I also added some splotches of black ink using Distress Ink Black Soot and my finger (probably should have used a dabber but it was more fun to get my fingers all inky).  I dabbed some off first so it wasn't too dark!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Fabrika Fantasy - Anything Goes
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-1-anything-goes.html

Cute in Pink

I don't know that I have a favourite image so I decided to pick one from Crafty Sentiments that I either haven't used yet or haven't used for a while!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Sentiments - Favourite image
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/use-your-favorite-stamp-or-image.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/tuesday-morning-sketches-369.html

I have used two papers from a paper stack by Dovecraft called "Floral Muse".  I matted with some pastel pink pearlescent paper.  I added a cream coloured satin bow and some pink pearls.


Sunday 18 September 2016

Anything Goes at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends

It is the middle of September and time for a new Anything Goes challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.   This challenge we are sponsored by Fred She Said and Bugaboo Stamps.

I have used an image from Fred She Said




I also used some papers from Michele R Designs.  I matted with some pearlescent paper.  The flowers have been die-cut using dies from Elizabeth Crafts and some pearlescent papers.  I also used some pearls and some Liquid Pearls.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (#3)
 http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/1st-september-2016-classic-design-team.html



Steampunk Fantasy

I loved working with more neutral tones on this one!

 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Aurora Wings - Fantasy
https://aurorawingschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-35-fantasy.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-329-always-anything-goes.html

I have used the front and reverse of a paper from Authentique.  The image is from Aurora Wings and has been coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some black cardstock.  I added some black enamel dots as embellishments

I'm calling you

Am I showing my age, if I can remember phones that looked like this - and not the cordless ones that are everywhere now!


I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
One Stitch At A Time - Lace and/or Pearls (both)
http://onestitchatatimechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-270.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-10.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by We R Memory Keepers.  The image is from Stitchy Bear Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some black lace from Sullivans, some black pearls and a die from Mariannes.