Joy

I've used mainly non-traditional Christmas colours this time - with the addition of some red.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Anything Goes
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-challenge-of-2014-challenge-291.html
Sassy Studio Designs - Merry Christmas
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/dtbst-261-merry-christmas.html

I have used a patterned paper from Kaisercraft along with a topper from the back of the paper pad.  I added some yellow twine to the card.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and is coloured with copic markers Y38, Y35, BG24, BG15, R59, E08.  I added a self-adhesive flower and added some extra glitter with Gold Kindy Glitz. 

New Year Celebrations

I wanted to use this digi for a New Year's card but it had 2013 on the shirt.  I got around that by using a dark green on her shirt which covered the numbers!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/happy-christmas-eve.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html

I'm back to using up some of my old scrapbooking papers that have small enough detail on them to be used on cards!  The image is from Dearie Dolls and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added a die-cut embellishment which I think is a Memory Box die. 

Here is the sketch I worked from:

You can see I rotated it to suit the image!

Happy New Year

When I saw the diagonal on the Tic Tac Toe at Lia Stampz challenge, I just knew I had to go with a New Year's theme!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Choose Your Style (Sequins + Sentiment + Vivid Colours)
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-79-choose-your-style.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html
Chocolate Coffee and Cards - Party Time
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-81-party-time.html
Brown Sugar - Happy New Year
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-126-happy-new-year.html

I have used a brightly striped paper from Rosie's Studio for the background.  I hauled out one of my under-used Spellbinders dies and decided it was time to use it again!  The image is from Lia Stampz and has been coloured with some of my more vivid coloured copic markers.  The sentiment is from Cre8tive Hands and is also coloured with copic markers.  I added some faux stitching using a Distress Marker.  The shaped sequins are some that I bought a number of years ago and have rarely used.  I thought they were just right for a New Year's themed card.

Frosty The Snowman

This snowman is looking very frosty! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Eureka Stamps - Use Some Glitter
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/eureka-stamps-challenge-120-use-some.html
QKR Stampede - Santa or Snowman
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/qkr-stampede-challenge.html
Love To Create - Icy Winter Days
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-147-icy-winter-days.html
Milk Coffee - Make It Sparkle
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/make-it-sparkle.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad - I think this one might be by MME.  The image and sentiment are both from Eureka Stamps.  I added some Stickles - Star Dust to the falling snow in both.  The image itself is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with glitter cardstock from DCWV and added three glitter domes.

Mr Snowman

A wintry card - that may or may not be for Christmas!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 221
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/stella-says-stamp-221.html
Catch The Bug - December BINGO (Glitter + Snow/Snowflakes + Polka Dots)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/december-bingo-challenge.html
Love To Create - Icy Winter Days
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-147-icy-winter-days.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad that has interesting polka dots on it.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers and then highlighted with Stickles - Star Dust.  I die-cut some snowflakes from glitter cardstock from DCWV using a Spellbinders die and added these under the image so they were "falling" behind the snowman.  The sentiment is from Tickell Expressions.  I also used some web mesh ribbon which you can just see poking out between some of the snowflakes.

August

I managed to complete another page of my calendar.  This time I jumped to August. 

I would like to enter my calendar page into these challenges:
Sentimental Sundays - Anything But A Card
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-238-any-thing-but-card-no.html
CRAFT Challenge - Anything Goes
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-challenge-of-2014-challenge-291.html

I have used a brightly patterned paper with a large design on it.  The sentiment/image is from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I used light colours with the letters spell out August.  I also added some floral washi tape, a flower cut from metallic paper using a Marianne's die and embellished with Liquid Pearls and a dome stickered butterfly.

Sewing Themed Card

My daughter has just been accepted into a course leading to a degree in Costume Design and Costume Construction.  So, I seem to be drawn to sewing themed images at the moment.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 221
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/stella-says-stamp-221.html
Catch The Bug - December BINGO (Players Choice + Sewing + Bling)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/december-bingo-challenge.html
Little Miss Muffet Challenge - Anything Goes
http://littlemissmuffetchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-100-anything-goes.html

I have used a sewing themed paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called Needle and Thread.  I also used some deep pink lace from Sullivans which I embellished with some bling.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some metallic paper.  The sentiment is from Sans Designs.

Happy Brrr-Day!

A wintry birthday card - instead of a wintry Christmas card!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Deedee's Digi of the Month Challenge
http://www.deedeesdigis.com/2014/12/december-digi-of-month-challenge.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Upload favourite card
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/12/its-our-favourites-challenge.html
Jellypark Friends - Ribbons and/or Bows (one of each)
http://jellyparkchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/11/woohoo-its-challenge-time-again-here-at.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad for this card.  The ribbon is from American Crafts.  I tied a bow using my Bow Easy.  The image and sentiment are from Deedee's Digis.  I added some Stickles to the sentiment and coloured the image with copic markers (with a touch of Stickles added!).  I used green cardstock for matting and added some large rhinestones from Rosie's Studio.

March

As soon as I see an Anything But A Card challenge, I think of my poor partly completed calendar and try and add to it!  This one was a bit more of a challenge as it had to include a sentiment!

I would like to enter my calendar page in these challenges:
Sentimental Sundays - Anything But A Card
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-238-any-thing-but-card-no.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html

I have used a scrapbook paper that I had in my stash.  The image/sentiment is from Bugaboo Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers R35, R32, YR07, YR04, YG09, YG06.   I added faux stitching with Distress Marker - Barn Door.  I wanted to add some stitching to the March page as this is when my daughter starts her degree in Costuming.

I'm thinking that maybe I should try and do another page before this challenge finishes - I still have eight months to complete of my calendar!  We'll see how today pans out.

Joy

Another non-traditionally coloured Christmas Card.  I felt like combining oranges, blues and purples to see how it would look.  I actually like this combination of colours:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Imagine That - Joy Birds (Progressive Challenge)
http://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/december-sotm-challenge-joy.html
Imagine That - Anything Goes with an Imagine That digi
http://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2014/11/new-challenge-use-any-it-digi.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Non-Traditional Christmas Colours
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-greeting-card-challenge-gcc1222-non-traditional-Christmas

I have used a non-Christmas paper here with a Christmas image.  I think the paper is from Kaisercraft.  I added some purple mesh ribbon across the card.  The image is from Imagine That and is part of the Progressive Challenge for December.  I uses non-traditional colours to help it stand out.  I added a bit of Stickles to the image too.  The matting is purple metallic paper.  I coloured some pearls with a dark blue copic (although they almost look black in the photo) and added these to the card.

Another Christmas Card!

Another excuse to use some of the Gingerbread themed DP that I have:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 221
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/stella-says-stamp-221.html
Catch The Bug - December BINGO (Bugaboo Image + Ribbon + Non-Traditional Colours)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/december-bingo-challenge.html
CRAFT Challenge - Anything Goes
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-challenge-of-2014-challenge-291.html
Just Inspirational Challenge - Christmas
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/team-b-with-milk-coffee.html

The gingerbread paper is from a paper pack that I received free with a magazine.  It was in loose form and I have misplaced the cover page so not sure of the brand.  The yellow is textured cardstock from DCWV.  The ribbon is a gold edged organza ribbon.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some orange metallic paper.  The sentiment is from Trimgym.

Here is the inspiration picture:

Holiday Angels

This month we had a choice of two different images from Gerda Steiner.  I decided to work with the one with the lights but team it up with another Gerda Steiner image I already had.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Gerda Steiner - December Progressive Challenge
http://gerdasteinerdesigns.com/challenge2/2014/12/4/december-challenge-holiday-angels
Glitter n Sparkle - Traditional Christmas Colours
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-116.html

I have used a gingham patterned paper from a Christmas paper pad.  The images are from Gerda Steiner Designs.  I coloured with copic markers and highlighted with Stickles.  I also used some red and white Christmassy bakers twine from Francheville and some red pearls from Rosie's Studio.  Matting is textured cardstock from DCWV.

Candy Cane

I've carried the candy cane colour scheme throughout this card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Seems A Little Sketch - Sketch
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/80-stamping-dragon-designs.html
A Day For Daisies - Traditional Christmas Colours
http://www.adayfordaisies.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/take-two-december-club-kit-challenge.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Traditional Christmas Colours
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-116.html
ABC Christmas Challenge - Z is for Zebra Stripes
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/z-is-for-zebra-use-stripes.html
CHNC - Urgently needed for Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-208-whatever-is-still.html
Just Inspirational Challenge - Christmas
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/team-b-with-milk-coffee.html

I have used a striped paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from A Day For Daisies and is coloured with copic markers.  I continued the red and white stripes through the image. The green snowflake paper is an offcut from another card (I think this paper may also be from Kaisercraft).  I also added some red glitter domes.

Here is the inspirational picture:

Last minute decorating of the tree

That was definitely us this year! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Last minute cards
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-208-whatever-is-still.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Traditional Christmas Colours
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-116.html
Just Inspirational Challenge - Christmas
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/team-b-with-milk-coffee.html
Milk Coffee - Make It Sparkle
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/make-it-sparkle.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch 80
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/80-stamping-dragon-designs.html

I have used a plaid patterned paper from DCWV.  The image is from Milk Coffee and coloured with copic markers.  I added some Stickles to the tinsel.  I matted with green glitter cardstock from DCWV and added three glitter domes which I coloured with copic marker YG03.

And here is the inspiration picture form Just Inspirational:

I was inspired by the tree and baubles.

Christmas Decoration

When I first saw this image, I wanted to use it to make a Christmas decoration but it took me ages to actually get it done.  It made it in time for Christmas Day - but just.  However, I haven't got around to blogging in until Boxing Day!

I would like to enter my decoration in these challenges:
The East Wind - Christmas
http://www.theeastwind.com/2014/12/challenge-21-christmas.html
CHNC - Urgently needed for Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-208-whatever-is-still.html

I have used an image from The East Wind and fussy cut it.  I flipped the image for the reverse side.  I originally had an idea of printing on to some sort of acetate but the shops were a bit busy by the time I had that idea and I knew I'd need some assistance from the shop keeper.  Probably should find something suitable when the shops are quiet and have it ready for next year!  I added some apricot coloured ribbon that had a bit of a sparkle through it.  I also added Stickles - Star Dust to the hat and Kindy Glitz - Gold to the scarf and top of the ornament.

Elfred discovers the contents of the tin

Looks like Elfred found what was in the tin!  Don't know if he had any help from The Snow Leopard lurking in the background!

I am linking up to:
DL Art - Elf Antic's 2nd linky party
http://dianamlarson.blogspot.co.nz/2014/11/elf-antics-2nd-annual-linky-party.html

Celebrate

As seems to be the case with a number of my favourite challenges, the challenge at Delightful Challenges is closing at the end of December.  The theme for the final challenge is "Celebrate" and I found I had the perfect image for this theme!  Another of my favourite challenges, Seems A Little Sketchy, is also closing so I used the sketch for this card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Delightful Challenges - Celebrate
http://delightfulsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/weekly-challenge-celebrate-our-very.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - All White
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-26-all-white.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch 80
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/80-stamping-dragon-designs.html

I have used white cardstock to print the sentiment from Desert Diva.  The top part of the card was embossed with an embossing folder.  I covered the join between the two pieces with some white grosgrain ribbon.  The image is Laidback Lucy from Digital Delights.  I coloured her with copic markers E00 and E41 together with a white pen and liquid pearls.  I matted with some white glitter cardstock from DCWV.  I added some liquid pearls to the sentiment and some pearls to the embossed part of the card.

Finally, I would like to say Thank You to all those responsible for the Delightful Challenges blog.  Although, I have only joined in recently I have enjoyed the challenges and appreciate all the work that goes into hosting a challenge.

I would also like to say Thank You to all those responsible for the challenge at Seems A Little Sketchy. I love having sketches to kick start my mojo and there have been some great ones in this challenge.  This is the first of three cards I hope to be able to complete for this final challenge.

Thank You

I always seem to need Thank You cards.  This one I decided to make a more general one:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Lots of Layers
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/qkr-stampede-challenge-118-lots-of.html
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Blue, Light Green and White
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-a-la-mode-dec-20-26-use-light-green-blue-and-white
The Corrosive Challenge - Anything Goes
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-214-anything-goes.html

I have used a striped paper from a paper pad.  The matting is green textured cardstock from DCWV.  The image is from QKR Stampede and has a sentiment from Eureka Stamps merged with it.  I coloured with copic markers YG06, YG03, B29, B24.  I added some pearls coloured with YG03 and some liquid pearls.

Let It Snow

As this is the first card that I have posted on Christmas Day (it is now 12.20pm here), I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my followers a Merry Christmas.

I've gone with a snowy colour scheme on this one too!  Of course, here in New Zealand we don't see the snow at Christmas as it is the middle of summer.  But we still do the traditional snowy scene on our cards!

I would like to enter my card in to these challenges:
Sassy Studio Designs - Let It Snow
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/dtbst-260-let-it-snow.html
Brown Sugar - Christmas
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-125-christmas.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - All White
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-26-all-white.html
CHNC - Urgently need Christmas Cards
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-208-whatever-is-still.html

I have used a paper from Kaisercraft.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and has been coloured with a combination of white pen and copic markers.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  I matted with white glitter cardstock from DCWV.  I used the same glitter cardstock to die-cut a poinsettia using a Marianne's Die.  I also added some liquid pearls to the card and the poinsettia.

Happy New Year

Another summery New Year's card.  With warmer temperatures at the moment and it really starting to feel like it is summer, I'm more inspired to create cards that reflect the season here (summer).  For me, New Year is all about cooling off from the humidity so a mermaid is an appropriate image!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - New (New Year)
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-290-18th-of-december-new-year.html
Dilly Beans - Happy New Year
http://www.dillybeanschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/dilly-beans-challenge-ring-in-new-year.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Colour Palette
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-30-colourchristmas.html

I have used a paper from Kaisercraft that had two of the colours of the colour palette at Creative Craft Cottage in it.  The paper has a sort of misted feel to it.  The image is from Dilly Beans and coloured with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva and I have added some Liquid Pearls to the water bubbles.  I matted with some glitter cardstock from DCWV.  The flowers were white but I sprayed them with some Dylusions Spray.  The rhinestones centres were already there (I just had to be careful to wipe off the Dylusions Spray to keep them vibrant.  I have also used some lace from Sullivans and some pearls which I coloured with copic marker YG03.

New Year at the Beach

Here in New Zealand, we are in summer.  New Year is often spent at the beach so to me Beach Huts represent New Year.  It probably seems weird to those in the Northern Hemisphere!  Not sure that I'll get to the beach this year.  Unfortunately, it seems to be the hotspot of parties nowadays and not a place of relaxation.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - New (New Year)
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-290-18th-of-december-new-year.html
Delicious Doodles - New Year
http://deliciousdoodleschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/happy-new-year-ch115-at-delicious.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html

I have used a paper from a new paper pad by Kaisercraft which is beach themed.  The image is from Delicious Doodles.  I merged a sentiment from Desert Diva with the image.  I liked the reflected sentiment - reminds me of a reflection in water.  I added minimal colour to the image as I wanted a more masculine feel to the card.  I added some rows of ric-rac braid to represent waves.

Happy New Year

I love using image for something other than what they were designed for!  This is one of those images:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html
CRAFT Challenge - New (New Year)
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-290-18th-of-december-new-year.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Colour Palette
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/friday-coloring-challenge-19th-december-25th-December

I had originally intended for this card to be for Inspiration Destination Challenge #12 but time was against me.  By the time I completed the card Challenge #13 had been posted!

The image is from Beccy's Place and has been coloured with copic markers W2, W0, G29, E49, R17, R14, RV10.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  I used the colour palette from The Outlawz Friday Challenge for this card.  The matting is green cardstock from DCWV and I also used some green organza ribbon.

Traditional Christmas Colours

After colouring an owl blue yesterday, I decided today I would colour one green!  That way he matched my papers!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/ssw2-38-digistamp-boutique.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-ch-12.html
Brown Sugar - Christmas
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-125-christmas.html


I have used some scrapbooking papers from my stash for this card.  The image is from Digi Stamp Boutique.  I coloured using copic markers and added Stickles to the hat.  I matted with deep red cardstock from Rosie's Studio.  The trees have been cut from glitter cardstock by DCWV using a Spellbinders die and then embellished with Liquid Pearls.


Here is the sketch:

Celebrate the New Year

This card was a bit more challenging.  I had an idea of the girl jumping out from the starburst.  However, it was hard to embellish without losing the starburst so I have ended up keeping it relatively CAS.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Digi Stamps for Joy - Celebrate Something New (New Year)
http://digistamps4joy-sa.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-106-celebrate-something-new.html
CRAFT Challenge - New (New Year)
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-290-18th-of-december-new-year.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Anything Goes
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/12/its-challenge-time-yahoo.html
Vandicrafts Artistry - CAS
http://vandicrafts.com/vandicrafts-artistry-challenge-22-anything-goes-cas-clean-simple/

I have used a paper from a paper pad which I edged with Distress Ink - Peacock Feathers.  I just got a set of the round applicators - so much easier to use than the rectangular ones!  I also edged the sentiment from Desert Diva  with the same Distress Ink.  The image is from Digi Stamps 4 Joy and coloured with copic markers and then fussy cut.  I also applied some Stickles to the trim on the girl's top.  I coloured some glitter domes with copic marker BG15 and added one to each corner.

Elfred and The Snow Leopard

Elfred and The Snow Leopard have discovered a red tin decorated with Christmas images.  They are wondering what is inside there! 

I am linking this up to:
DL Art - Elf Antics 2nd Linky Party
http://dianamlarson.blogspot.co.nz/2014/11/elf-antics-2nd-annual-linky-party.html

Blue Owl

I tend to colour owls in traditional colours - mainly to appease my son who doesn't like whimsical owls.  Just because I could, I decided that I would use blue this time! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Just Inspirational - Blue and White
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/team-with-stitchy-bear-stamps.html
CHNC - Urgently needed for christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-208-whatever-is-still.html
One Stitch At A Time - Glitter
http://www.onestitchatatimechallenge.blogspot.de/2014/12/challenge-226.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by MME called "Joyous".  I used some glitter cardstock from DCWV for matting and for the darker blue circle.  The image is Hoot from Stitchy Bear Stamps.  I added some white liquid pearls around the dark blue circle.  I also used some white grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts.

Here is the inspirational picture:

Merry Creepmas

I do not do scary cards very well at all but I wasn't going to let a challenge get the better of me so I had to at least give it a go!  I also haven't managed to join in any of the challenges at Ikes World recently as time hasn't been on my side.  I've used a Halloween image paired with a typed Creepmas sentiment:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Ike's World - Merry Creepmas
http://ikesworldchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/ikesworld-challenges-28-merry-creepmas.html


I have used a dark paper from a Kaisercraft paper pad.  I added some spider web looking mesh ribbon over the top.  The image is from Ikes World and coloured with copic markers.  I then edged the piece with some Distress Ink - Black Soot before matting on to black cardstock from Rosie's Studio.  The sentiment is one I typed on the computer using a font called Spiderfingers.   I edged the sentiment with Black Soot and then matted on to black cardstock.   I added three small black pearls.

Some challenges definitely live up to the word "Challenge".  This was one of them!

Masculine Happy Birthday

I always have difficulty with masculine cards - often the papers are the stumbling block.  I found this paper pad when I was shopping yesterday that is largely masculine - so of course I had to buy it and then wanted to use it immediately! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Eureka Stamps - For The Birds
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/eureka-stamps-challenge-119-for-birds.html

I used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Hello Today".  The polka dot paper is a left over piece from another card that I didn't want to go to waste.  The image and sentiment are both from Eureka Stamps.  I added faux stitching around each of them using Distress Marker - Tea Dye.  The image has been coloured with copic markers G21, YG03, B93, Y00.

Ava and Deacon HO HO

I've worked strongly with red and white for this card with a touch of some other colours thrown in for contrast.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - naughty or nice
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/new-theme-challenge-naughty-or-nice.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Christmas Card
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-christmas-card-of-year.html

I have used a Scandanavian type Christmas paper from a paper pad.  The image is Ava and Deacon Ho Ho from Bugaboo Stamps.  I coloured with copic markers and added Stickles.  I used glitter cardstock for matting.

Carol Singing

I haven't heard any groups carol singing this year.  Hopefully, I will over the next few days!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Di's Digis - Christmas
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/christmas-challenge.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Glittery Sparkly Christmas
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-115.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Anything Goes
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/12/its-challenge-time-yahoo.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Christmas Card
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-christmas-card-of-year.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad.  The image is from Di's Digis and coloured with copic markers.  I used some glitter cardstock to cut a circle and embellished it with silver glitter domes.  I also added some Stickles as snow.

I'll be home for Christmas.......

hopefully flying in a bigger plane than this one!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Squigglefly - Happy Holidays To You
http://squigglefly.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/squigglefly-challenge-50-sfc5014-happy.html
A Song In Your Heart - I'll Be Home For Christmas
http://asonginyourart.blogspot.ca/2014/12/a-song-in-your-heart-challenge-22.html
Completely Christmas - Sketch + Glitter
http://suzysmarty1.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/completely-christmas-challenge-42-mid.html
Sentimental Sundays - Anything Goes
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-237-anything-goes.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Christmas Card
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-christmas-card-of-year.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Squigglefly and has been coloured with orange and yellow copic markers with a blue and Stickles used on the clouds.  I added some faux stitching around the image and typed a sentiment.  I added some buttons to the card and glittered them with Stickles.  The border is a die cut from a Kaisercraft paper pad.

Penguins are Tree Decorating!

The penguins are being helpful decorating the tree!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - Naughty or Nice
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/new-theme-challenge-naughty-or-nice.html
Completely Christmas - Sketch + Glitter
http://suzysmarty1.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/completely-christmas-challenge-42-mid.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Christmas Card
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-christmas-card-of-year.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad.  I added three strips of white ribbon from American Crafts.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers and Stickles.  I matted with glitter cardstock from DCWV.  I coloured some white pearls with copic marker B29 and added one to each strip of white grosgrain ribbon.

Thoughts of Winter

A wintry card - but not necessarily for Christmas.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Completely Christmas - Sketch + Make it Sparkle
http://suzysmarty1.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/completely-christmas-challenge-42-mid.html
Fitztown - Winter
http://fitztownchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/CH-66-winter.html
Robyn's Fetish - Winter Cards with Glitter
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-242-winter-cards-with-glitter.html
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - First Day of Winter
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-challenge-december-18-24-optional-twist-first

I have used a patterned paper from Rosie's Studio for this card.  I matted with glitter cardstock from DCWV.  The image is Winter 10 from Fitztown.  I coloured the image with copic markers B29, B24, E00, E18, E15, Y06 then added some Stickles to the hat and sleeve trims.  I also coloured some glitter domes from Sullivans with copic marker B29 and added these to the card.

A Present For Someone

I was sure I had some tartan ribbon at home but couldn't find it.  Went to the Dollar Store with my daughter to see if they had any - no luck.  Then my daughter told me she had found some tartan fabric at home when she was tidying so I have used a strip of that!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - Naughty or Nice (Nice)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/new-theme-challenge-naughty-or-nice.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/tuesday-morning-sketches-280.html
CHNC - Last minute cards
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-207-urgently-needed.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Glittery Sparkly Christmas
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-115.html
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Colours + Tartan Fabric
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-december-15th
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Christmas Card
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/last-christmas-card-of-year.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad.  The strip across the card is tartan fabric.  I added a gold glitter dome to the right hand side of the tartan fabric.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers with some Stickles on the hat.  I used some red glitter cardstock from American Crafts for matting.

Christmas Trees For Sale

Mr Snowman has picked out a tree ready to take home to decorate it.  I hope he has some nice decorations at home!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Trim The Tree
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/qkr-stampede-challenge-117-trim-tree.html


I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad for this card.   I added some Christmassy mesh ribbon to the card. The image is from QKR Stampede and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added some Stickles to the hat trim and the snow. 

Christmas Gift

This image is one that could be used for any gift giving time - it is so versatile.  For this card, I coloured it up in Christmas colours.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Winter Wonderland - Christmas Presents
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/christmas-presents_12.html
Nutcrafters - Gifts
http://nutcrafters.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-82something-to-do-with-gifts.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad.  The image is from Nutcrafters and coloured with copic markers.  I added some glitter tape from American Crafts, some glitter cardstock from American Crafts and the present glitter tape (brand unknown).

Victorian Christmas Dress

My teenage daughter has just been accepted into a costume design and construction degree.  She is thrilled and looking forward to it.  It does mean moving out from home so big changes ahead for her.  She has a particular love of the Victorian era so I'm sure she is going to love this image!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Red, Green and White
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-124-red-white-and-green.html

I have used a red green and white patterned paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I added some Stickles to the red berries and some Glossy Accents to the white mistletoe berries.  The image is from Rick St Dennis and coloured with copic markers.  I added some WOW glitter to the white ribbon and flower.  I also used some red, white and green bakers twine and some red white and green washi tape cut into pennant shapes.  I added three white pearls to the tops of the washi tape pieces.

Mrs Claus

Mrs Claus is getting the presents ready for Santa to deliver.  I wonder what is in this big box!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sassy Studio Designs - Colours of Christmas
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/dtbst-259-colors-of-christmas.html
Winter Wonderland - Christmas Presents
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/christmas-presents_12.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Gifts
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/friday-coloring-challenge-december-12th-through-december-18th

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft for the background.  The image is Mrs Claus from Sassy Studio Designs.  I printed her quite large to make her the feature of the card and then coloured her with a combination of copic markers and Stickles.  I added two pearls as earrings (which I coloured with a copic marker).  I wrapped some baker's twine around the Spellbinders die-cut to frame the image.

Merry Christmas

I'm heading off to the dentist in half an hour so have been trying to distract myself by doing some cards.  It's not really working that well particularly as I haven't been allowed to eat this morning and I'm hungry!

I decided to create with the freebie image from the progressive challenge at The Outlawz.  I hadn't been able to decide which way I was going with this image!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Progressive Challenge - December
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/freebie-progressive-challenge/forum/topics/prpgressive-freebie-challenge-december-1st-2014
CRAFT Challenge - Sketch
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-289-11th-of-december-sketch.html
Sentimental Sundays - Anything Goes
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-237-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from Bo Bunny for this card.  The image is from Simply B Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added a touch of Glossy Accents to the skull on the star.  The sentiment is one that I typed on the computer a while back so I'm not sure which font I used.  I typed up a whole heap of greetings using different fonts but didn't take a note of which ones I used! 

I also used some glitter cardstock from DCWV for the die-cut circle, some bakers twine and some green metal brads.

Feliz Navidad

I have used a yellow and blue combination for this card and I'm pleased with the look.  I snuck a bit of orange in there too!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Sketch
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/challenge-289-11th-of-december-sketch.html
Dilly Beans - Winter Holidays/Christmas
http://www.dillybeanschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/dilly-beans-winter-holidays.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - Unusual Christmas
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-25-unusual-christmas.html
Sentimental Sundays - Anything Goes
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-237-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad that is not actually Christmas specific.  The image is from Dilly Beans and coloured with copic markers.  I added some Glossy Accents to the eyes and some pearls coloured with copic marker Y68 to the berries.  The sentiment is from Mudmaven Designs.  I matted with blue cardstock and used some yellow glitter cardstock from DCWV to cut the circle.  I added some starry yellow ribbon from Francheville and some blue rhinestones.

Wrapped Up Star

The star is all wrapped up to keep nice and warm.  I don't know what it is like in the Northern Hemisphere but here today it is blowing a strong and cold wind - and it is meant to be summer!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/sweet-sketch-wednesday-2-and-meljens.html
Meljens Designs - It's A Wrap
http://meljensdesignsdt.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-240-its-wrap.html

I have used some scrapbook paper from my stash plus some red cardstock.  The image is from Meljens Designs and is coloured with copic markers R59, R46, G02, G000.  I die-cut using Spellbinder dies.  I also added some red pearls from Rosie's Studio as corner accents.


Here is the sketch:

A Birthday Wish for My Daughter

I have gone with a CAS approach to this card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Penny's Paper - Anything But Christmas
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-207.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - December
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-ch-11.html

I have used a patterned paper from a paper pad.  The image is from Diane's Daydream Designs and I added a sentiment from Desert Diva alongside.   I also added some Silver Stickles, some pearls coloured with copic marker Y08 and a flower which I constructed using a Marianne's die, then coloured with a combination of copic marker BV08 and Dylusions Spray then added some Stickles - Star Dust.

Happy Birthday To Someone Special

I looked at this lovely image and decided it needed glitter and lace.  So, I have made a glittery lacy birthday card.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Celebrations
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/4th-birthday-blog-hop-special.html
Penny's Paper - Anything But Christmas
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-207.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-ch-11.html

I have used a pretty paper from a paper pad for this card.  I added some Stickles to the flowers on the paper to give them more depth.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and coloured with copic markers.  I used a Lattice Rectangle die from Spellbinders to die-cut the image.  I used some glittery lace from Sullivans and added some white pearls to it.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.