Mum

Just squeezing in another post before I head off for my wee break away!

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-21-2017

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Sheepski Designs and coloured with copic markers.  I used some pink cardstock for matting and some bright pink pearlescent paper to cut the flags.  I also added some Nuvo Crystal Drops.

Enjoying A Break

Later this morning, I'm travelling to visit my daughter and will be away for the remainder of the week.  On Friday, I am going to spend the day at a Craft Show - looking forward to it!  Unless I have some internet access, there won't be any posts until I return at the end of the week.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Ribbons and Buttons
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-299-ribbons-and-buttons.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-334.html

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack by Dovecraft.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and has been coloured with copic markers.  I edged the die-cut with Distress Oxide - Vintage Photo.  I also used some organza ribbon and some buttons.

Any Holiday

Do you know we are now closer to Christmas 2017 than 2016?  At least, I enjoy creating christmas cards all year round so I'm under control!  This one I decided to go with a silver and blue colour scheme.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals Corner - Any Holiday
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-128-any-holiday.html
Sparkle and Glitter - Add metal (snowflake brad)
http://sparkleandglitterwithrick.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-2.html
Creative Craft Cottage - No Patterned Paper
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-90-no-patterned-paper.html

I used some silver metallic paper and an embossing folder to create the background.  The image is from Rick St Dennis and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some Dimensional Magic to the icicles.  Matting is blue pearlescent paper.  I added a snowflake shaped brad and some snowflake patterned washi tape.

Read More Books

Not that I need the reminder - but I thought it was appropriate for a bookmark!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Not A Card plus colour palette
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/color-challenge-20-june-2017
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - Butterflies
http://digistamps4joy-sa.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-137-anything-goes-optional.html

I have used some white cardstock which I coloured with Distress Ink - Tumbled Glass.  The butterfly is printed onto the cardstock and coloured with copic markers.  I added a border around the bookmark using a copic marker.  The lettering has been cut from pink pearlescent paper using an alphabet die from Elizabeth Crafts.

Smiling Monster

For the second month in a row, I am not last minute completing the progressive challenge at Limited Runs!  Go Me!

 

 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch

http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/tuesday-morning-sketches-408.html

Limited Runs - Progressive Challenge

https://limitedrunsstamps.blogspot.co.nz/2017/05/progressive-challenge-5.html

 

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I also used some cardstock to die-cut the squares behind the image.  The image is this month's progressive challenge image from Limited Runs.  I coloured with copic markers.

For You

Butterflies

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Ching-Chou Kuik - Butterflies
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/ching-chou-kuik-digital-stamps.html

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack by Dovecraft.  The image is from Ching-Chou Kuik and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some vintage lace, some pearls, a butterfly and sentiment from an embellishment by Rosie's Studio.  The edges of the die-cut image are inked with Distress Oxide - Vintage Photo.

Fun In The Sun

No Fun in the Sun here as it is the middle of winter!  I'm looking forward to later in the year when we get the warmer weather again!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Paper Piecing
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-249-paper.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Summer Relaxation + sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-s-greetings-challenge-gcc091917-summer-relaxation
A Bit Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-46.html

I have used a paper from Lozzy for the background and the paper piecing.  The image is from QKR Stampede.  I paper pieced the swimsuit and glasses and coloured the remainder of the image with copic markers.  I like the effect of the paper piecing of this particular paper on the swimsuit and glasses.  The sentiment is from Eureka Stamps with a little colour added with copic markers.  Matting is green pearlescent paper.  I also added some multi-coloured gems.

Have A Purr-fect Birthday!

I had a bit of a play with some different techniques and this is the result:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - June BINGO  (Distress + Die + Bugaboo Image)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/new-challenge-june-bingo.html
Little Miss Muffet - Anything Goes
http://littlemissmuffetchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-165-anything-goes.html

I created the background using Distress Oxide in 4 different colours.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps and are coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut some kitty cats using a die set from either Memory Box or Elizabeth Crafts (I'm not sure which it was from and can't find the packet!).  I cut them from Jac Paper and then coloured them using Cosmic Shimmer Gilding Flakes. 

NOEL

I have had the time this month to create using each of the horizontal lines on the BINGO board.  This one follows the top line of ribbon + button + pearl.

 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Silver
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/chnc-challenge-338.html
Catch The Bug - June BINGO (ribbon + Button + Pearl)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/new-challenge-june-bingo.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-334.html

I have used a silver christmas paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I also used some glitter ribbon, a foam snowflake, some pearls and a christmas themed button. 

See Beauty and Be Happy

I love this sentiment - something I need to remember!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Butterflies
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-friday-s-challenge-june-16-2017
Catch The Bug - June BINGO (lace + monochromatic + sentiment)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/new-challenge-june-bingo.html

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack by Dovecraft.  The image and sentiment are both from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I also used some pink lace from Sullivans and a pink butterfly shaped button.

Sending You Birthday Wishes

A nice quick and easy card - most of my masculine cards tend to be that way!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Fabrika Fantasy - For the Men/Boys
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-10-for-menboys.html
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes
http://crafting-with-friends.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-45.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/show-us-your-pussies-challenge-19.html

I have used a couple of papers from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Fabrika Fantasy and coloured with copic markers.  Matting is kraft cardstock.  I also added a sentiment from a different paper pad by Kaisercraft and some green gems (although they haven't photographed as green!)

Smile

I have made this one for my daughter who is going through a bit of a rough time at the moment.  

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Faux Stitching
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-248.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-255-anything-goes.html

I have used a sewing themed paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image and sentiment are from QKR Stampede.  Colouring is with copic markers.   I die-cut using a stitched border die.  There is also some faux stitching as part of the image.  I also used some washi tape and die-cut some buttons using some gold metallic paper and a die set from Memory Box.

Christmas Cocoa

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I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch 114
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/sketch-114.html
Sami Stamps - Glossy/Shiny
http://samistamp.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/fun-friday-with-dt.html
Winter Wonderland - Add Snowflakes
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/add-snowflakes.html

I have used 2 shiny cardstock from a christmas paper pad by Francheville.   The image is from Sami Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some red satin ribbon and some white glitter foam snowflakes.

LPCF June

It is time for another Anything Goes challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  We are sponsored this time by Miss Daisy Stamps.

I have used an image called Miss Daisy Girl.

I also used digital papers from Michele R Designs. 

A Birthday Wish

I used the primary colours for this one:

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-14-2017ch

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack by Dovecraft in a neutral colour.  I printed the image from Sheepski Designs three times and used Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens in blue and red as well as a Wink of Stella Pen in yellow to colour the images.  I used copic marker E00 for the skin tones.  I added a ric rac patterned ribbon from American Crafts and a sentiment from Desert Diva.

Bows Galore

Heaps of bows in the image - and an organza one as well.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Tie A Bow
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-298-tie-bow.html

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack from Dovecraft.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and coloured with copic markers and matted with pearlescent paper.  I also used some organza ribbon which I placed across the card as well as tying a bow.

With Love

I have a few Faery Ink images that I haven't used as yet.  This is one of them:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals Corner - Vintage
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-127-vintage.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Quick and Easy
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-333.html

I have used a paper from a loose paper pack from Dovecraft.  The image is from Faery Ink and coloured with copic markers and matted with some pearlescent paper.  I also added some vintage lace and a sentiment from an embellishment pack by Rosie's Studio.

Celebrate Your Special Day

In between the housework today, I managed to create a few cards.  Actually, I think more cardmaking was getting done than housework!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Delicious Doodles - All Creatures Great and Small
http://deliciousdoodleschallenge2.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/june-all-creatures-great-and-small.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Quick and Easy
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-333.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/show-us-your-pussies-challenge-19.html

I have used a paper, border and sentiments from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Delicious Doodles, coloured with copic markers and matted with some pearlescent paper.

Faith Hope Love

We are midway through the June challenge of Faith Hope Love at Path of Positivity.  The challenge is sponsored by Pattie's Creations and Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.

For the midway, I have used an image from Pattie's Creations called Pumps with Flower.

The paper is a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  Colouring is with copic markers.  The sentiment is also from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  I also used some lace from Sullivans, a heart die-cut using gold metallic paper and a die from Marianne's Designs, plus a heart embellishment.

Gap Card

I have made another card in my personal challenge to work my way through Beccy's Card Fold Tutorials.  There are alot of folds in the list so not sure how far through I'll get - but this is - The Gap Card.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Pink Flowers)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/pinspirational-challenge-192.html
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes
http://beccysplace.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/june-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Provocraft.  I die-cut the lettering using some pink pearlescent cardstock and an alphabet die from Elizabeth Crafts.  The flowers are a digital image from Beccy's Place and coloured with copic markers and Wink of Stella Pen (yellow centres). I added two flower embellishments to the top corners of the card.

Links to my other cards using Beccy's folds
Flap Fold Card -  post also contains links to 3 other cards
Altered Double Display Card
Double Z Fold Card

Sparkle and Shine at Incy Wincy Designs

This fortnight at Incy Wincy Designs the theme is Sparkle and Shine and we are sponsored by Melonheadz and Sasayaki Glitter.

I used a set from Melonheadz called 12 Days of Christmas and created a two side accordian spread:

I also used green cardstock for the base.  I cut left over pieces of patterned paper for each month.  The images were coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added a few shiny stickers as well.

Happy Mother's Day

I'm having a frustrating day.  I'm out with my laptop and forgot my wireless mouse!  I am one of those people that can just never seem to get the inbuilt mouse on a laptop to do what it is meant to do!  Typing is fine - other things not so much!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Aurora Wings - Celebrations
https://aurorawingschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-51-celebration.html


I have used a paper from a paper pack from Dovecraft.  The image is from Aurora Wings and is coloured with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva and has a little colour added with a copic marker.  I added faux stitching to both the image and sentiment with a Reno Art Marker.  I also used a lavender grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts and some lavender pearls.

Holiday Hoopla

This time at Scribbles Designs, the challenge theme is Holiday Hoopla.  I tried a new fold for my card using Candy Cane Mason Jar and Candy Kisses.

I have also used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft, a candy cane 3D embellishment and some green pearlescent paper for matting the front cover.  The tutorial for the fold comes from Beccy's Place and is the Altered Double Display Card.

A Birthday Wish

I haven't made a one layer card for a while so when I saw that was the theme of one of the challenges that I like to partipate in, I just had to join in this week!  And since the challenge was sponsored by Di's Digi Downloads, I combined it with their birthday challenge too.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - One Layer Only
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-ala-mode-one-layer-6-10-17-through-6-16-17
Di's Digi - Birthday
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/birthdays-challenge.html

I used a blank white card blank to print the image and sentiment from Di's Digi Downloads.  I printed them both twice so I could use the second copy as a mask.  I die-cut the sentiment from the second copy using a circle die.  I applied the masks and then inked using Distress Ink Tumbled Glass.  I applied Distress Ink - Weathered Wood around the edges of the card.  Colouring of the image is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

Hope Your Christmas Is Pawsome!

Midway through June - and therefore midway through the current challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  For the month of June, we are sponsored by Imagine That and the theme is Fur, Fluff, Feathers or Fins.

I have used an image, sentiment and paper from a set called Christmas Sled.

The main paper I used (paw print) comes from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  I followed a tutorial at Beccy's Place.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added faux stitching with a Faber Castell Pitt Art Pen.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - June
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/1st-june-2017-classic-design-team-open.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-420-15th-of-june-christmas.html
Winter Wonderland - Add Snowflakes
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/add-snowflakes.html
ABC Christmas - M is for More Than One (fold)
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/l-and-m-are-for.html

Guest Spot at The Outlawz Thursday Challenge

This week I have the honour of being the Guest Designer at The Outlawz Thursday Challenge.  Every weekt the challenge is Anything Goes with a Twist - this week being Christmas.  The sponsor for the month of June is Whimsy Stamps.

I have used an image, paper and sentiment from Whimsy Stamps.  The image is called Star of Bethlehem.  I also added a glitter foam star.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-420-15th-of-june-christmas.html

Soccer Nut

I've decked the girl out in my favourite football teams colours! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 511
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/stella-says-sketch-challenge-511-for.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Let's Play Soccer
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-friday-s-challenge-june-9-2017

I have used a digital paper from Free Craft Downloads.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I also used some satin ribbon, some red cardstock for matting, some Glossy Accents on the heart in the sentiment and a football embellishment.

I Didn't Say You Were Old

I just love this sentiment - and I thought an older looking pick-up truck was just the image to team with it!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - For The Guys
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-247-for-guys-or.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image and sentiment are from QKR Stampede and coloured with copic markers.  Matting is blue cardstock.  I also added some pennant strips cut from corrugated paper strips.

CHNC Midway

Time for some mid challenge inspiration at CHNC Extra.    The theme as always is Anything Christmas and we are sponsored by Bugaboo Stamps.

I have used an image from Bugaboo Stamps called Holiday Cheer Glass.  The sentiment is also from Bugaboo Stamps.

I have also used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio, some glitter ribbon, some mesh ribbon and some pearlescent cardstock for matting

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 511
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/stella-says-sketch-challenge-511.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-254-anything-goes.html
Holly and Ivy Challenge - Anything Christmas
http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-8-always-anything-christmas.html
ABC Christmas - M for More than one (more than one strip of glitter ribbon)
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/l-and-m-are-for.html

Frozen

This image so much reminds me of the movie Frozen - not that I've seen it but I have seen heaps of pictures from it. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Inspired by a Film
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-419-8th-of-june-inspired-by.html
CHNC - Non-traditional colours
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/chnc-challenge-337.html
Winter Wonderland - Add snowflakes
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/add-snowflakes.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Anything Goes
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-6-june-anything-goes_7.html

I have used a paper and sentiment from paper pads by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  Matting is glitter cardstock from DCWV.  I also added some glitter foam snowflake embellishments.

Just Because

I decided to get out my fluorescent copic markers for this card.  I haven't really had a play with them since I bought them!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Feeling Sketchy - Sketch
http://feeling-sketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/sketch-170.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-254-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper and sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Fred She Said and is coloured with fluorescent copic markers.  I also die-cut a leaf sprig using a die from Memory Box.

Mariannes

A card that I have only used dies and embellishments on!  Not often I do that, but nice to do for a change.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Marianne's Designs - Aquatic
http://mariannedesign.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-179.html

I have used the following dies from Marianne's Designs:

LR0202

LR0230

LR0240

I also used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft and some clear gemstones.

Tag

I bought some sewing themed stickers some time back when I visited my daughter.  They were perfect for this tag.

I would like to enter my tag into these challenges:
The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge - Sketch
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-june-7-2017

I have used a Tim Holtz die to die-cut the tag shape, hole and circle around the hole.  The image is from Sheepski Designs and has been coloured with a combination of Wink of Stella pen and copic markers.  I added some faux stitching and some stickers that I bought at a Japanese store.  The fibre for the top of the tag is some that I have probably had for about 10 years and forgotten I had.   Definitely, time to get some of that out and use it!

Angel in the Clouds

A simple layered card today.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals - Emboss It
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-126-emboss-it.html
CHNC - Non-traditional Christmas colours
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/chnc-challenge-337.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The next layer has been embossed using a snowflake patterned embossing folder.  The image is from Lia Stampz, coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz and then matted onto blue pearlescent paper.  I also added somefoam snowflake embellishments.

Flower Power

Another miserable cold day today - another day for crafting!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Paper Shelter - Flower Power
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-297-flower-power.html
CCC Digi Creations - Lavender Ribbon
http://cccdigicreations.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-74-eileens-challenge-include.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Paper Shelter and is coloured with copic markers with faux stitching added with a Distress Marker (Milled Lavender).  I also used some lavender grosgrain ribbon, some flower pieces and some glitter domes.

For You

It has been a cold and miserable day here today.  A great day to do some crafting - but doesn't get the washing dry!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - Butterflies
http://digistamps4joy-sa.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-137-anything-goes-optional.html
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Photo Inspiration (colours)
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-6-june-2017
Feeling Sketchy - Sketch
http://feeling-sketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/sketch-170.html

I have used a subtle patterned paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Digi Stamps 4 Joy and I have used some of the colours from the inspiration picture at the Tuesday challenge at The Outlawz.  I also die-cut some lettering using a Tattered Lace die and a butterfly using a die that came free with a magazine.  I added some rhinestones above the butterfly.  Both the butterfly and lettering were cut from white cardstock coloured with copic marker B05.

You Are The Best

Another quick and easy masculine card.  I really find it difficult to embellish masculine cards!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - Masculine
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-challenge-for-june-8th-14th-twist-masculine-card
Glitter n Sparkle - For The Men
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-242.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Quick and Easy
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-332.html

I have used a hessian patterned paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio and a sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Whimsy Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  Matting is bronze metallic cardstock.  I also used some blue hessian and some blue dome button stickers.

Moments Not Milestones

A quick and easy masculine card - actually most of my masculine themed cards end up that way!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Get Sporty + sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/monday-greetings-challenge-get-sporty-sport-inspiration-gcc060517
Glitter n Sparkle - Masculine
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-242.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Quick and Easy
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-332.html

I have used a paper and a sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Dr Digi's House of Stamps and is coloured with copic markers with faux stitching added with a Distress Marker.  I also added some brown enamel dots.

Storage Box

I took the opportunity of an Anything Goes challenge to decorate one more of the boxes I have recycled to house my completed cards in.  This one is for the Autumn themed cards:

I would like to enter my box into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
 http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/qkr-stampede-challenge-246-anything-goes.html


I have used a box that originally contained Hot Chocolate sachets.  I painted the box with gesso and then acrylic paint.  I stencilled a pattern onto the box using Distress Ink - Picket Fence and a Tim Holtz stencil.  I also added some white dots using a white pen to two of the corners.  The image is from QKR Stampede and is coloured with copic markers.  I cut off one of the leaves and then glued it separately to avoid too much white space around the image.

Happy Birthday

After checking the weather forecast yesterday and feeling certain I had enough time to treat the moss outside it rained after 3 hours.  The treatment needs to be on for 4-5 hours before it rains.  So, I guess I'm probably going to have to re-treat it!  It that wasn't enough, my car wouldn't start this morning!  Tomorrow is another day......I'm hoping it is a good one!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Celebrations
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-253-celebrations.html
Catch The Bug - Anything Goes
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/new-challenge-at-bugaboo-anything-goes.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Playful Kittens + Rhinestones and pearls
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-friday-s-challenge-june-2-2017

I have used a paper and a sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps.  I added colour to both the image and sentiment using copic markers.  I also used some Angelina Fibre in the background and some pre-made flowers although I inked the tips of the petals with copic marker BG11.

Under The Sea

I'm back with one of my two favourite themes for cards - aquatic.  The other one in case you're wondering is Christmas!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Star Stampz - At least 3 items from list (digi, hand-coloured, glitter, twine)
http://starstampz.blogspot.co.nz/2017/05/choose-at-least-3-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 and Kindy Glitz.  I also used a corrugated paper strip, twine and an oval rhinestone which I thought looked like a water droplet.

Stars

I have a collection of Whimsy Stamps that I haven't used.  So, thought it was about time that I did!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Thursday Challenge - Stars
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/prismaandothermediums/forum/topics/twisted-thursday-challenge-for-june-1st-7-twist-stars
CHNC Patterned Paper - June Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-june.html

I have used a patterned paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Whimsy Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  Matting is purple cardstock.  I added some rhinestone stars in pink and purple.