Hot Holiday Wishes

This image is probably more relevant to the temperatures we have here for Christmas.  For us, Christmas is in the middle of summer - although I have to admit we don't have the temperature extremes that other countries have!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Paper Piecing
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-197-paper-piecing.html
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/chnc-challenge-287-use-sentiment.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Lots of Layers
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/june-challenge-6-lots-of-layers.html

I have used three papers from Bearly Mine Designs.  The mage is from QKR Stampede - I paper pieced some of it with 2 of the Bearly Mine Designs papers and then added some further colour using copic markers.  The sentiment is from a paper pad by Kaisercraft - the colour works well with the papers.  I used some pearlised paper for matting the image.

If you can't stand the heat......

... don't light the candles.  I love this sentiment - and I thought this was a perfect image for it!

I have had both the paper and the image printed out since early June - and only just managed to find the time to create with them!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes
http://beccysplace.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/june-challenge.html
Creative Ladybirds - Anything Goes
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-16.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html

I have used a paper, sentiment and an image from Beccy's Place.  I coloured the image with copic markers and cut the sentiment into pennant shapes.  I also used some web ribbon and some yellow pearlised paper (matting).

Summer Memories

Unfortunately at the moment that is all that summer is - a distant memory.  We have had yet another day of rain - and at times today I heard thunderclaps as well. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - National Sunglasses Day
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-fridays-challenge-june-24th-to-july-1st
Catch The Bug - Colour Challenge
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/color-challenge-at-bugaboo.html
Crafting with Friends - Anything Goes
http://crafting-with-friends.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-23.html

I have used a blue card blank this time.  The paper and sentiment are from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Sandy Toes".  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers to match the colour palette at Catch The Bug.  I added some peelcraft stickers along the edges of the paper, matted with some pearlescent paper and added a starfish embellishment.

Life is Better in the Summer

I'd have to agree with that!  We are stuck in the middle of winter at the moment - but I'm really looking forward to summer weather again.

I wasn't sure whether a seahorse counted as an animal - definitions of what is an animal differ from person to person.  I went with the idea that it is!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - Show some water
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-for-june-23-june-29-optional-twist-show-us-some
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html
CRAFT Challenge - Animals (does a seahorse count as an animal?)
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-369-23rd-of-june-animals.html

I have used a paper and two toppers from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Sandy Toes".  The image is from Ppinky Dolls and is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some aqua coloured cardstock.  I also added some glitter domes to the water themed topper.

Aries

I decided to create a CAS card this time - I wanted to keep the fading out of the colours on the background paper which I felt I would lose if I added too much on top.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Animals
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-369-23rd-of-june-animals.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-204-anything-goes.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html

I have used a aper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some organza ribbon and a little pre-made bow.

Granny's Chair

What a hectic month this has been!  I finally completed my card using the Freebie image by Beccy's Place which is part of the Freebie challenge at The Outlawz.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes
http://beccysplace.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/june-challenge.html
The Outlawz Freebie Challenge - Gran's Chair Summer
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/freebie-progressive-challenge/forum/topics/progressive-freebie-challenge-june-1st

I have ued a paper from Beccy's Place for the background.  I added some vintage looking lace.  The image is from Beccy's Place and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added a flower embellishment (which I pulled apart and reconstructed as it wasn't centered) and also some cream coloured pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Relaxing at the Beach

That is something I wish I could be doing - but definitely not the weather for it.  Today is another miserable wet winter's day!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Fresh Brewed Designs - Life's A Beach
http://freshbreweddesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/freshly-brewed-challenge-june-201618.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/AG-NO-91.html


I have made this card into an almost one layer card - I just added a contrast strip of beach themed paper at the bottom!  The image is from Fresh Brewed Designs and is coloured with copic markers B000, Y06, Y02, BG01, BG000, C0, E53, YG000, YR23, R59, E00, BG15, BG13, E31, Y28.  The contrast strip of paper (with the torn edge) is from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Sandy Toes".

Birthday Girl

Time for another birthday card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Birthday Girl
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-254-birthday-girl.html


I have used 2 papers from a paper pad.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and coloured with copic markers and then glittered with Stickles.  I inked the edge of the digital sentiment and added some pearls to the diecuts for both the sentiment and image 

Christmas Pickle

A bit of a cute and fun christmas card this time:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge - Sketch
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-june-22

I have used 2 papers from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Drawn With Character and coloured with copic markers.  I added some Peelcraft Stickers and some reindeer embellishments to the contrast paper - I added some pearls to the embellishments to give the reindeer eyes and a nose.  Matting is green cardstock.

Enjoying The Sun

That is one thing I won't be doing today!  It has been pouring rain since before I even got up this morning - and hasn't really let up at all.  I was tempted to stay in bed - but had a few things I had to get done.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Little Scraps of Heaven - Sunny Turtle
http://lshdesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/weekly-challengesunny-turtle.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html

I have used three papers and a digi image from Little Scraps of Heaven for this card.  One of the papers was a plain one so I have used that one for the matting.  The image has been coloured with copic markers and a bit of shine added to his sunnies with some Glossy Accents.

Triple Treat

I have worked with a set of images that enabled me to split into three circles:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
From The Heart Sketches - Sketch + Twist
http://fromtheheartstamps.com/community/2016/06/20/i-heart-sketches-with-a-twist-157/
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-7.html
CRAFT Challenge - Animals
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-369-23rd-of-june-animals.html

I have used some glitter cardstock from American Crafts for the background.  The centre strip is from  paper by Lily Bee Designs.  I bordered this with some PeelOff Stickers.  The images are from From The Heart Stamps and have been coloured with copic markers W3, W0, RV10, BG15, RV23, C2 and I also used some Stickles - Frosted Lace. 

Here is the sketch and twist that I followed:

Don't talk to me......

....til I've had my coffee!

I'm not one of those people who needs a coffee first thing in the morning - but I know alot of people who could relate to this sentiment.  I'm more of a Hot Chocolate person myself!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/tuesday-morning-sketches-357.html

I have used a paper from Lily Bee Designs which I edged with some Peelcraft stickers.  I am thrilled with the difference that the Peelcraft stickers made to the overall look of the card.  The image and sentiment are from Oddball Art Company.  I also added some aqua coloured glitter domes.

Wedding Congratulations

I ended up having to change the sentiment I was going to use on my card as my printer just ran out of black ink so a digital sentiment was not possible. It is well before the shops open for the day and it is pouring with rain at the moment anyway!  I found an acrylic stamp that I could use instead.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Eureka Stamps - Wedding Cards
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/eureka-stamps-challenge-197-here-comes.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/AG-NO-91.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-7.html
CRAFT Challenge - Animals
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-369-23rd-of-june-animals.html

I have used a lace patterned paper from a wedding themed paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  I added some white lace over the top.  The image is from Eureka Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I used a Spellbinder die to cut the image.  The sentiment is an acrylic stamp from Clear Impressions.

A Girl A Butterfly and A Ladybug

Isn't it amazing how fascinating children find butterflies and ladybugs and such!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Sentiments - Kids
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/kids-challenge.html

I have used a paper and matching border from Kaisercraft.  The image is from Crafty Sentiments and coloured with copic markers.  I added some washi tape and rhinestones and matted with red cardstock.

Smile

Black and white teamed with my favourite colour - yellow.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-193.html
Aurora Wings - Black and white plus one other colour (yellow)
http://aurorawingschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-31-black-and-white-with-one.html

I have used a black and white paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft along with a sentiment topper from the same paper pad.  The image is from Aurora Wings and has been coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some yellow mulberry paper, added a yellow satin bow and some yellow rhinestones.

You Da Man

I don't think I've used this image before - but I knew that I had the perfect digital paper to go with it!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The East Wind - You Da Man
http://www.theeastwind.com/
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-317-always-anything-goes.html


I have used a digital paper from Scribbles Designs.  The image is from The East Wind and has been coloured with copic markers and matted with black cardstock.  I added some stripes using two colours of washi tape and three gold brads.

Game of Golf?

I come from a family of golfers - although I don't play myself.  So, plenty of opportunities to use golf themed cards:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
One Stitch At A Time - Layer It Up
http://onestitchatatimechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-264.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-317-always-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper, borders and a topper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Stitchy Bear Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some green cardstock and then also added some washi tape and some pearls to the card.

Vintage Car

I seem to be creating a few more masculine cards at the moment.  I have a love of vintage cars - and wanted to create something with this image:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Things with Wheels
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-321-things-with-wheels-6192016.html
Doodle Pantry - Anything Goes
http://doodlepantryblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/ants-in-my-pantry-digital-challenge-18.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (wheels)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/pinspirational-challenge-168.html

I have used a paper from Doodle Pantry together with an offcut of a paper from Rosie's Studio.  The image and sentiment are also from Doodle Pantry.  I matted both with black cardstock.  Colouring is with copic markers C5, C7, W3, W0, G17, G14.

Going on Vacation

I'm going on vacation in a couple of weeks - and the way work is at the moment I think I really need it. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Things with Wheels
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-321-things-with-wheels-6192016.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspirations (wheels)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/pinspirational-challenge-168.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I added some washi tape across on an angle.  The image is from A Random Fan and coloured with copic markers.  My two favourite cars that I have owned have both been red (not sure why I didn't buy red this time as I don't like this car!).  I decided to honour my favourite cars and colour the car in this image red.  I matted with some black cardstock.

You make me smile

This card was inspired by the current weather we are having - winter rain and more winter rain!  Gotta have something to smile about with such miserable weather!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lacy Sunshine - Anything Goes
http://lacysunshine.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/anything-goes-challenge-june-12th-team-b.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-204-anything-goes.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Lots of Layers
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/june-challenge-6-lots-of-layers.html

I have used a paper, border and toppers from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I layered these over each other.  I added some pearls to one topper and some rhinestones to the upper topper.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine and has been coloured with copic markers.

Happy Birthday in One Layer

A made a couple of one layer cards a couple of weeks ago - and felt inspired to create another one with this lovely image:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Morgan's Art World - Happy Birthday
http://morgansartworld.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-12-happy-birthday.html
CCC Digi Creations - Let's get sentimental
http://cccdigicreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-51-lets-get-sentimental.html

I havre used an image from Morgan's Art World which I coloured with copic markers R17, R14, E00, R05, R02, YG09, YG06, Y17, Y15, G14, Y000.  I added a sentiment using an acrylic stamp from Sara Davies.

Sewing

Another sewing themed card - for  my daughter or one of her friends.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Chocolate Coffee and Cards Challenge - Use a die
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-111-use-die-cut.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-193.html


I have used a sewing themed paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers.  I added some Stickles to the dress on the mannequin.  I die-cut some sewing embellishments using Memory Box dies and some metallic cardstock.  I also used the same cardstock for matting the image.

Father's Day and Stripes

Although Father's Day isn't celebrated here until September, it is good to get a bit ahead with my cards.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Father's Day
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-203-fathers-day.html
Sami Stamps - Stripes
http://samistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/new-release-mans-best-friend-and-sami.html

I have used a striped paper and matching sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I matted with some pearlised cardstock and also added a gold brad.  The image is from Sami Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.

Christmas Fireside Scene

As this was such a detailed image, I decided to enlarge it to be almost the entire card front - with the additiion of some washi tape top and bottom.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-368-16th-of-june-christmas.html

I have used an image from Nikki Burnette which I coloured with copic markers.

Merry Christmas Moose

One of the swimmers I used to coach gave everyone animal nicknames - mine was Moose!  Since then, I have been drawn to images of Moose - and this one is adorable.

 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/chnc-challenge-286-cute-or-anything.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-368-16th-of-june-christmas.html
QKR Stampede - Faux Stitching
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/qkr-stamped-challenge-196.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  I added some washi tape to it.  The image is from QKR Stampede and has been coloured with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Digi Doodles.  Matting is red cardstock.  I added faux stitching with a Distress Marker - Peeled Paint.

Merry Christmas

This is an unusual colour scheme for a Christmas card - but I liked the challenge of pulling these three colours together.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-368-16th-of-june-christmas.html
Cupcake Inspirations - Colours - Yellow, Green and Black
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-364.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/AG-no-90.html


I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft for the background.  The image is from Pickled Potpourri Designs and has been coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some black cardstock.  I also used some washi tape and some black pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Kitties at Play

I love this adorable image of two kitties at play.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/sketch-91-with-digi-stamp-boutique.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-7.html

I have used 2 scrapbooking papers for the background- one floral and one plain green.  The image is from Digi Stamp Boutique and is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some metallic brown paper.  I also added some brown grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts, some pink bakers twine and some pink pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Reindeer with Lights

A Christmas card with a more traditional colour scheme - I do make them sometimes!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
ABC Christmas Challenge - L is for (Lights)
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/l-things-beginning-with-l.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-368-16th-of-june-christmas.html
The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge - Sketch
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-june-15

I have used a background paper from a Christmas paper pad by MME.  The image is from Drawn With Character and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added some Glossy Accents to the string of lights.  The diamond patterned paper is an offcut of a paper by Sugar and Spice Studio.  I also used dome stickers, some gold peel off stickers and a sentiment from an embellishment pack.

Achieivement Challenge at The Path of Positivity

We are halfway through the current challenge at The Path of Positivity.  This month our theme is Achievement.  We are sponsored by Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and Kitten Scraps.

For my midway card, I have used an image from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps called Boy Writing and a paper from a paper pack by Kitten Scraps.

I have also used some mesh ribbon, some brown cardstock from Rosie's Studio for matting and some gold brads.  Colouring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes
http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/1st-june-2016-classic-design-team-open.html

Pinwheel Bear

I love the pastel colours with this image - I haven't added a sentiment but will use this card either for a New Baby or for a young one's birthday.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Little Scraps of Heaven - Pinwheel Bear
http://lshdesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/lshd-weekly-challengepinwheel-bear.html


I have used three papers and an image from Little Scraps of Heaven.  The image is coloured with copic markers.  I also added some pearls in two different colours from Rosie's Studio.

Thank You

I always seem to need Thank You cards so it is great to have one or two on hand.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
From The Heart Stamps - Sketch + Gratitude
http://fromtheheartstamps.com/community/2016/06/13/i-heart-sketches-with-a-twist-156/


I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image and sentiment are from From The Heart Stamps.  I used copic markers for colouring along with some Liquid Pearls for the flower centres and then added some faux stitching with a Reno Art Marker.  I used some blue cardstock for the matting.

Here is the sketch and twist that I followed:

Fun in the Sun

I wish I was having Fun in the Sun - but it is the middle of winter so I suppose I can't expect to see the sun that much!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Eureka Stamps - Masculine
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/eureka-stamps-challenge-197-for-guys.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Summer Beach Party
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-greetings-summer-beach-party-gcc061316

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called Sandy Toes.  The image and sentiment are from Eureka Stamps and have been coloured with copic markers.  I used some green cardstock for matting.  I die-cut some beach implements using a Memory Box die and an offcut of blue mulberry paper.

We wish you a Merry Christmas

I found a cute image for a Christmas Card!

I would like to enter these challenges:
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-316-always-anything-goes.html
Imagine That - Tic Tac Toe
http://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/creative-playground-challenge-5-tic-tac.html
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/chnc-challenge-286-cute-or-anything.html
CRAFT Challenge- Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-368-16th-of-june-christmas.html

I have used a paper, border and sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called Holy Night.  The image is from Imagine That and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added a twine bow and some Stickles.

Earth Fairy

It is time for a new Anything Goes challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  This challenge we are sponsored by Fabrika Fantasy and Miss Daisy Stamps.

For my creation, I have used a digi stamp from Fabrika Fantasy called Earth Fairy.

I have also used papers from Michele R Designs.  I used some pearlised paper to the matting and also to die-cut the button embellishments using a Memory Box die.  The flower has been cut from some scrap paper with the centre from the pearlised paper - both die cut with a die from Elizabeth Crafts.

I would like to enter these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes
http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/1st-june-2016-classic-design-team-open.html

A Touch of Class

I haven't managed to join in with the challenge at Aurora Wings for a couple of months, but this time I was inspired to create a CAS card with a musical theme:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Aurora Wings - A Touch of Class
http://aurorawingschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-30-touch-of-class.html

The background paper is from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Aurora Wings and enlarged to almost card blank size and then coloured with copic markers  I added three white pearls for a touch more elegance.

Monochromatic Green

A monochromatic green colour scheme this time:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
SLS Lines - Monochromatic
http://slslinesdigitalstamps.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-20-monochrome.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Lots of Layers
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/june-challenge-6-lots-of-layers.html

I have used a couple of papers from a paper pad from Lily Bee Designs.  The image is from SLS Lines and has been coloured with copic markers.

Playing Dress Up

I can remember my daughter trying to dress up in grown up clothes - now she is a grown up.  My how time flies!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Children At Play
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-320-children-at-play-6122016.html
A Day For Daisies - Add Glitter
http://adayfordaisies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/adfd-showcase-bitsy-bugs-and-fall.html
Creative Ladybirds - Anything Goes
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-16.html

I have used a paper from MME for the background.  The image is from A Day For Daisies and has been coloured with copic markers.  I glittered both the dress and the shoes with Kindy Glitz - Crystalina.  The die used for the image is from Marianne's Designs. 

Fishing without a line

The Friday challenge at The Outlawz has four options for inspiration.  I was kind of inspired by two of them - National Go Fishing Day (which inspired a boat image) and Father's Day.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - Masculine
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/bugaboo-theme-challenge-masculine.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - National Go Fishing Day and Father's Day
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-fridays-challenge-june-17th-to-24th

I have used a paper from MME for the background.  I added some washi tape vertically and horizontally.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some tan coloured cardstock.  I also used a gold brad.

Shaking It Up

I have had a go at a shaker card.  I would probably do things slightly differently next time - but you learn these things as you go along!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Shake Things Up
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-ala-mode-shaking-things-up-6-11-16-through-6-17-16
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/tuesday-morning-sketches-356.html
Catch The Bug - Masculine
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/bugaboo-theme-challenge-masculine.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio along with an offcut of a paper.  I matted with both green and tan cardstock.  I also used some black washi tape.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers  I die-cut some gears using a Memory Box die and some black cardstock and used these as the shaker pieces with a larger one on the outside of the card.

Reindeer in my favourite colour scheme - with the addition of silver!

I teamed my two favourite colours of yellow and orange with silver.  I'm quite pleased with the result.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Silver
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/chnc-challenge-285-colour-silver.html
Di's Digi Downloads - Favourite colour combo
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/favorite-color-combination-challenge.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-282-and.html

I have used a paper from a silver themed Christmas paper pad by Craft Smith.  The image is from Di's Digi Downloads and has been die-cut using a die from Nellies.  I coloured the image with copic markers C2, C0, Y06. Y02, YR07 and YR04.  I added some yellow rhinestones to the die-cut.  I also added some orange and yellow washi tape and a silver pennant.

 

With Sympathy

Unfortunately, over the past week I have had 3 funerals to attend - although I missed the third one as I was travelling back from my Aunt's funeral.  I needed to create a card for the third one - and have made a one layer card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - National Red Rose Day
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-fridays-june-10th-to-16th
Little Miss Muffet - Anything Goes
http://littlemissmuffetchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-140-anything-goes.html

I have used white card blank with an image by Bugaboo Stamps and a sentiment from Sugar Paw Scraps.  I added colour to the image with copic markers R59, R46, YG09 and YG06.  I also added some dots around the edge of the card using a Reno Art Marker.

Happy Father's Day

I had an eventful day yesterday.  After my flight was delayed 45 minutes for fog, we finally got underway.  While we were in transit, the weather deteriorated at our destination.  By the time, we got here visibility wasn't the best.  The pilot had a couple of attempts at landing over a period of about 30 minutes before deciding to head to another airport.  We were then bussed back here - so that instead of arriving here at 10.40am we finally got back at 2.05pm!  I had intended making a card or two when I got back as I hadn't taken my supplies with me - however by that time I had to get some lunch (didn't have any time before the bus left to get anything) and then get to work.  So this morning, it is time to have a play.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - One for the Guys
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-195-one-for-guys.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (browns and greens)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/pinspirational-challenge-167.html
Eureka Stamps - Masculine/Fathers Day
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/eureka-stamps-challenge-197-for-guys.html

The males in my family are nearly all golfers - so I tend to create golf themed masculine cards more than any other theme.  I used a paper from a paper pad by Authentique for the background.  I couldn't decide which side to use - so I used both!  I placed a green piece underneath.  The image is from QKR Stampede and is coloured with copic markers, die-cut with a Spellbinder die and has faux stitching added with a Distress Marker.  I cut apart a sentiment from Digital Doodling and added this.
I also added a gold brad to secure the turned back corner.

Christmas Bells in June

We are midway through the month of June - time for a reminder post at CHNC Extra.  I have used one of the tags from Bugaboo Stamps Mini Set - Christmas Tags.

I have also used some papers from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  I added some lace and a bell embellishment.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch #410
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/stella-says-sketch-challenge-410.html