Merry Christmas

This is the second image that I have used today from my stash.  It fitted this sketch perfectly:

I would like to enter:
Catch The Bug - Color Challenge
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/july-color-challenge.html
Feeling Sketchy - sketch
http://feeling-sketchy.blogspot.com/2019/07/sketch-221.html

I have used 2 papers from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I also added some clear and blue snowflake gems.

Merry Christmas

I have made another card using an image from my stash.  I am gradually decreasing the number of images in the container but still have a way to go yet.  If I keep decreasing it by one or two per week, I'll get there!

I would like to enter:
CCC Digi Creations - Christmas In July
https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-105-christmas-in-july.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - July Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2019/07/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-july.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Star Stampz and the sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the candy cane.  I used some candy cane patterned ribbon, some foam candy cane embellishments and some ornament stickers to embellish the card.

Flowers

I have combined three different challenges sponsored by Marianne's Designs to create this card:

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

PK9152 - Herbs & Leaves Paper Pad (3 papers)
LR0112 - Flower
LR0295 - Rose

I would like to enter:
Let's Craft and Create - Patriotic
http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-149-ag-option-patriotic-please.html
Marianne's Designs - Flowers
http://mariannedesign.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-229.html
Creative Sketchy Girls - Sketch
http://creativesketchygirls.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-38.html

I used three different papers from the paper pad to create the layers in the sketch   I die-cut the rose twice - in blue and in red.  I just used the flower part of the red piece and laid it over the blue die-cut.  I die-cut three flower embellishments which I added to one of the layers.

Hello

I belong to a NZ Card Swap Group.  Each month we have a different challenge.   With our card for the June challenge we had to include some "bits" from our "maybe I'll get around to using this someday" box.  This is what I received to work with:

For the July challenge, we had to use at least 3 of those bits on the front of our card.  After much thinking about it and running some ideas past another member of the group, I came up with this:

And with the tag, pulled out:

As you can see from the top photo, I had quite large bits to work with.  I added some background paper to co-ordinate with the circular piece  I also added a pocket on the front of the card to give me a bit more space to add the third element.  I stencilled one of the pieces using a Tim Holtz stencil and some glimmer paste.  I added this over the pocket and then trimmed off the excess.  The circle fitted perfectly on top of that piece.  I then punched a hole in the oval piece, added an eyelet, twine and a sentiment.

I still have three pieces left over so may come up with something using them at some point.

I would like to enter:
CHNC Patterned Paper - July Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2019/07/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-july.html

Christmas Penguin

I have combined three challenges all sponsored by Crafty Sentiments to create this card:

I would like to enter:
Crafty Sentiments - Anything Goes
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/2019/07/anything-goes-challenge.html
Creative Sketchy Girls - Sketch
http://creativesketchygirls.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-38.html
Crafty Gals Corner - Christmas In July
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-196-christmas-in-july.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Bo Bunny.  The layered pieces are offcuts from other cards (I think the pink piece is from Kaisercraft and the blue piece from Bo Bunny but I can't be entirely certain of that).  The image is from Crafty Sentiments and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  Matting is green and red cardstock.

I followed the sketch at Creative Sketchy Girls.

April revisited

I am re-visiting my card for the April Challenge at Beccy's Place.  For the June challenge, we are challenged to CASE a previous card and that is the card that I have chosen to CASE.  I'll start with showing the April card as a reminder.

And this is the July version:

 

 

I have used a digital paper as well as an image from Beccy's Place.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I used the same embossing folder as for the April version, but this time I added some colour using Cosmic Shimmer Metallic Gilding Polish.  I also switched out the twine for satin ribbon.

 

I would like to enter:

Beccy's Place - July Challenge

https://beccyschallenges.blogspot.com/2019/07/july-challenge.html

Carlin's Map Paradise - Anything Goes

https://carlinskaartenparadijs.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-12-juli.html

 

 

 

So Proud

This card not only uses an image from the pile that I printed out some time ago but also a sentiment.

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Tic Tac Toe (Red + Yellow + Ribbon and Button)
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-16-july-29-july-2019

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Pink Paislee.  The image is from A Day For Daisies and the sentiment from Paper Smooches.  Colourng is with copic markers.  I also added some satin ribbon and some buttons.

You Fill My World With Colour

The  month of July seems to have disappeared really fast!  I am getting this card posted with a day or so to spare.

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Progressive Freebie Challenge - Sophie Coloring
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/freebie-progressive-challenge/forum/topics/progressive-freebie-challenge-july-2019

I have used a paper from a paper pad by DCWV.  The image is from Little Blue Button.  Colouring is with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Crafty Cat 957.  I also added some brads and some mini flowers.

Merry Christmas

It is time for another challenge at CHNC.  This week's optional theme is Add some twine or ribbon.

I have used an image from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some grosgrain ribbon in two shades of pink along with some pink dots. 

I would like to enter:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - July Challenge
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/classic-dt-open-challenge-july-7.html

Enjoy The Sunshine

Another summery card created on a not so summery day.  At least the sun was shining today even if the air temperature was still very chilly.

I would like to enter:
Fabrika Fantasy - Summer
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-32-summer.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Summer
https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-120-summer.html

I have used a paper and a sentiment from a beach themed paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Fabrika Fantasy.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the dragonfly eyes.  I used a ribbon and pearls on the card also.

Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Seven

The last day of the challenge and I get to use the Friday Freebie for this one:

I would like to enter:
Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Seven
https://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-seven-christmas-in-july-week-long.html
The Crafters Cafe - Animal
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/223.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad.  I added some reindeer patterned ribbon.  The image/sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella with the addition of some Glossy Accents on the noses and eyes.  I aso added some glitter foam reindeer embellishments.

Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Six

When I first looked at the inspiration picture for Day Six, the amount of white stood out.  On second look, I noticed a hint of yellow and red so I incorporated that into my mainly white card.

I would like to enter:
Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Six
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-six-christmas-in-july-week-long.html

I used a subtle patterned white paper from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I embossed some white cardstock to create a matting for the image.  The image is from Bugaboo Stmpas and coloured with a combination of copic markers, Wink Of STella and Kindy GLitz.  I also added some glitter foam snowflake embellishments.

CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Five

Day Five is a day for humour:

I would like to enter:
CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Five
https://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-five-christmas-in-july-week-long.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I inked the edges of the image and sentiment with a copic marker.  I also added some gold glitter tape.

CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Four

I'm not sure why I look at this image and think this elf is holding a softball bat and is ready to receive a ball pitched at him.  I think it is something to do with his stance.  I got a bit carried away with my green markers on this one!

I would like to enter:
CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Four
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-four-christmas-in-july-week-long.html
CCC Digi Creations - Christmas In July
https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-105-christmas-in-july.html

My BINGO line is the centre row of Sparkle + Bugaboo Image + Sentiment

I have used a subtle green patterned paper for the background.  Over the top I added some gem ribbon (not sure if that is what it is actually called) that I bought a year ago. It was sold by the metre so I think I got at least 1 metre of each colour I bought so it will last me for a while.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers, Wink Of Stella and Kindy Glitz.

CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Three

For Day Three, it was time to make anything but a card.  I was originally intending to create a tag (never have enough of them at Christmas) but I couldn't find my die for my tags.  I also have some manilla pre-made tags which I couldn't find.  In the search for my die, I came across some bags that I had bought to decorate, so opted to create a bag instead:

I would like to enter:
CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day Three
https://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-three-christmas-in-july-week-long.html

I had already used one of the bags from the tag and discarded the brand name of the bags so I'm not sure where I got them from.  I added some Christmas serviettes using Mod Podge.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers, Wink Of Stella and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some christmas stickers.

Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Two

On to Day Two and the prompt today was to follow a sketch.  I altered an oval to a circle but otherwise followed the sketch:

I would like to enter:
Catch The Bug Christmas In July Day Two
https://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-two-christmas-in-july-week-long.html
CCC Digi Creations - Christmas In July
https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-105-christmas-in-july.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad.  The panel behind the image is an offcut piece from another card.  I also added some gold glitter tape.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers.  The Merry Christmas sentiment is from an embellishment set by  Teresa Collins.  I also added some red gems.

CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day One

I have spent time over the past few days creating cards, etc for the week long challenge at Catch The Bug.  I've only now as I am just waiting for the last one to dry, managing to start writing the posts ready for uploading. 

Day One is a card based on the movie A Charlie Brown's Christmas.  Being a big Snoopy fan, I just had to choose this movie - and it is the only one of the three that I have seen.

I would like to enter:
CatchThe Bug Christmas In July Day One
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/day-one-christmas-in-july-week-long.html
Crafty Gals Corner - Christmas In July
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-196-christmas-in-july.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers, Wink Of Stella and Kindy Glitz.  I alo added some organza ribbons and some sparkly star gems.

Kitty

I have followed a sketch for this card and decided to keep a white background:

I would like to enter:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/2019/07/qkr-stampede-challenge-357-anything-goes.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.com/2019/07/tuesday-morning-sketches-513.html
The Crafters Cafe - Animal
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/223.html

I have used an offcut piece of patterned paper for the left hand piece.  I matted with beige cardstock.  The image is from Eureka Stamps and matted with silver metallic cardstock.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also added some thick twine and two kitties die-cut from silver metallic cardstock using dies from Poppy Stamps.

I followed the sketch at Tuesday Morning Sketches but changed the square image to a circle.

Christmas In The Air

I often title my posts with the sentiment on the card but this one was a bit longer so I've just used part of it this time:

I would like to enter:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-522-18th-of-july-christmas.html

I have used a paper and a sentiment from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Oddball Art Company and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added a hessian gift embellishment.  Matting is dark red cardstock.

Happy Birthday To Someone Special

The challenge at Ching-Chou Kuik for July is to create our own background.  I love making backgrounds using shaving foam and Distress Inks.  For this one, I used reds, oranges and yellows:

I would like to enter:
Ching-Chou Kuik - Make own background
https://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/2019/06/ching-chou-kuik-digital-stamps.html

I have created a background using shaving foam and Distress Inks (not sure which colours I used now as I forgot to write them down when I created it!).  The image is from Ching-Chou Kuik and is coloured with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Matting is orange cardstock. I also added some ribbon and a gold butterfly.

Flying By To Say Hi

I created this card about a week ago but I've been sick (again) and didn't get it uploaded before the challenge that I intended it for closed.  I'm going to have a look and see if I can find another challenge to enter it into.

Here is another image from my stash.  I think I have used more than one this week.  I also managed to complete all seven elements at the Butterfly Challenge again this week.

I would have liked to enter:
Butterfly Challenge - Letter I (all seven elements)
https://butterflyspotchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/125-spin-butterfly-wheel-with-i-for.html

But will now enter into this challenge:
CHNC Patterned Paper - July Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2019/07/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-july.html

I followed a tutorial for an Impossible Card.

Happy Happy Birthday

A last minute card this time

I would like to enter:
The Paper Shelter - Summer Spirit
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-392-summer-spirit.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Birthday
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-fridays-july-12-july-26-2019

I have used two papers from a paper pad by DCWV.  The image is from The Paper Shelter.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the water in the glass and to the glasses and sunglasses.  Matting is gold cardstock.  I finished off with a string of pearls in flower shapes.

Reading

I went with a mainly pastel colour scheme with this one as the lines were a lot lighter than most images when I printed it out and light colours were easier to see what I was doing!

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Wedneday Challenge - Sketch
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-july-10-july-23
Createful Heart Design - Anything Goes
http://createfulheartcards.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-11-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a paper pack.  The image is from Createful Heart Design.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also used some pearlescent paper, a pre-made bow, some sheer ribbon and two brads.

I followed the sketch at The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge.

Vintage Sewing

I love this image:

I would like to enter:
Cheerful Sketches - Sketch
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/juli-challenge.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2019/07/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-439-plus-dt_23.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The offcut pieces are also from paper pads by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Sheepski Designs and is coloured with copic markers.  Matting is gold metallic paper.

Christmas Owls

I followed a sketch for this card, intending to enter in that challenge - only for it not to be completed in time!

I would like to enter:
Crafty Sentiments - Christmas In July
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/2019/07/christmas-in-july.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Crafty Sentiments.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added some Glossy Accents to the eyes.  I also added some washi tape.

I followed the sketch at Tuesday Morning Sketches (which closed a few hours ago).

Merry Christmas

A more masculine card that enabled me to use up an image I printed a while back as well as some offcuts from other cards.

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Christmas in July plus sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/july-8-21
Cheerful Sketches - Sketch
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/juli-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio along with some offcut pieces of papers from paper pads by Sugar and Spice Studio.  The image is from Dr Digi's House of Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers, Wink of Stella and Kindy Glitz.

I followed the sketch at Cheerful Sketches.

Ho Ho Ho

We are at the start of the second Anything Goes challenge for the month of July.  For this challenge, we are sponsored by Imagine That.

For my project, I have used an image from Imagine That! Digis called Candy Cane Teddy.

I have also used a digital paper from AMB Illustrations.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added some Dimensional Magic to the candy cane.  I embellished with some washi tape and candy cane embellishments.

Warm Winter Wishes

This week's optional theme at CHNC is "Use a Die Cut or Punch". 

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad.  The sentiments are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I die-cut some snowflakes using dies from Sissix. 


I would like to enter:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 712
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/stella-says-sketch-challenge-712.html

Hot Mess

It's the middle of July and time for a new challenge at Scribbles Designs.  For this month, our theme is A Slice Of Summer.

I have used the following:
Vintage Fan (Scribbles Designs)
Hot Mess (Scribbles Designs)
Sun Digi Paper (Scribble Doodle Designs)

I also added some yellow pearls to the centre of three of the sun images in the background paper.  Colouring is with copic markers.  Matting is blue cardstock.

I would like to enter;
CHNC Patterned Paper - July Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2019/07/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-july.html

Happy Birthday

I created a card for last week's challenge, wrote the post and published it and somehow didn't actually enter it into the challenge.  I did find another challenge to enter it into so all was not wasted!  And I was so proud of that card too.  The link to it is here if anyone wants to go and have a look.  This week, I'll try and make sure I get everything done.

I would like to enter:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/2019/07/qkr-stampede-challenge-356-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image and sentiment are from QKR Stampede.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I also added a polka dot grosgrain ribbon, a leave spray and a rose bud.  Matting is red cardstock.

Merry Christmas Plaids

We are midway through the current challenge at 12 Months Of Christmas.  For the month of July, the theme is Plaids.  We are sponsored by Ike's Art.

I have used an image from Ike's Art called Victorian Street Scene.

I also used a plaid paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added a computer printed sentiment.

I would like to enter:
Classic Design Team - July Challenge
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/classic-dt-open-challenge-july-7.html

Summer Holiday

I've woken up to a thunderstorm this morning so a summer holiday sounds like a really good idea at the moment. 

I would like to enter:
ThePaper Shelter -  Holiday Time
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-391-holiday-time.html
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.com/2019/07/sketch-162.html
Outlawz Friday Challenge - Anything Goes
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/festive-fridays-july-12-july-26-2019

I have used a paper from an aquatic themed paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Paper Shelter.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some twine and some shell embellishments


Here is the sketch that I followed:

Many Happy Returns

This fortnight at Incy Wincy Designs we have a challenge with a colour palette with the additional requirement of flowers.  The challenge, details and DT inspiration can be found here.  The sponsor for this challenge is Beccy's Place.

I have used an image and sentiment from a set called Wild Rose Digital Set along with a freebie image called Three Blossoms.   I followed a tutorial for a Building Block Card.

I also used some pink cardstock for the base.  Colouring of the images is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I layered the image on the front.

I would like to enter:
Beccy's Place - July Challenge
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2019/07/july-challenge.html
Carlin's Map Paradise - Anything Goes
https://carlinskaartenparadijs.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-12-juli.html

Celebrate Your Day

I am so sad to see A Day For Daisies close but completely understand.    I found some images that I had printed out some time ago and used one of them to create this card.

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Blue, Green, Red and Flower
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-2-july-6-july-2019

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from A Day For Daisies and is coloured with copic markers.    I added a sentiment from Desert Diva and a pre-made flower.

The Best Decision

A couple of years ago, I created a bookmark:

The original post can be found here.

I didn't like the pale background but wanted to see what it would look like with mostly the same elements but a Distress Oxide background.  Here is how it turned out:

I would like to enter:
Crafty Sentiments - Add A Sentiment
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/2019/07/add-sentiment-challenge.html

I have used some scrap cardstock for the base.  I used Distress Oxides - Fossilized Amber, Spiced Marmalade and Worn Lipstick - to create the background.  I also used the Spiced Marmalade through a stencil.  I added some dots using a Tim Holtz Stencil and Wilted Violet Distress Oxide.  The image is from Crafty Sentiments and is coloured with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Create with TLC.  I inked the edges of the image and sentiment with Distress Ink - Dried Marigold.  I inked the outside of the bookmark with Distress Ink - Wilted Violet.

For A Friend

Normally when I see a square sketch I more often than not change it to a rectangle.  This time I changed a rectangular sketch to a square sketch.  I had this image already printed out in my stash and the size of it wasn't going to work with the usual rectangle card that I create.

I would like to enter:
CRAFT Challenge - Sparkle and Ribbon
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-521-11th-of-july-add-ribbon.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch 511
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.com/2019/07/tuesday-morning-sketches-511.html

I have used a denim patterned paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine and is coloured with copic markers.  The sentiment is one that I typed on my computer (also from my stash).   I added some white sparkly lace with a blue grosgrain ribbon added over the top.  I also added some glitter gems and a piece of self-adhesive fabric.

Merry Christmas

This week's optional theme at CHNC is Use Some Red.

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers, Wink Of Stella and Kindy Glitz.  I also die-cut some banners from offcuts of red cardstock.


I would like to enter:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2019/07/stella-says-sketch-challenge-712.html

Thank You

This card was another opportunity to dig into my printed images in my stash and colour and create with one more.  I think that since I found these images I have managed to use at least one each week.

I would like to enter:
The Crafter's Cafe - Patchwork
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/222.html


I have used a digital paper from Bearly Mine Designs.  The image is from Creative Bug Digitals.  Colouring is with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva and coloured with Distress Ink.

You Had Me At Aloha

I was inspired by the song "Summer Holiday" by Cliff Richard which is the featured song at The Outlawz Sunday Challenge. 

I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Sunday Challenge - Summer Holiday (Cliff Richard)
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/sunday-clean-and-simple/forum/topics/sunday-songs-and-rhymes-june-30-july-13

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image and sentiment are both from Scribbles Designs.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  Matting is orange cardstock.  I also added some blue glitter gems.

Summer Flowers

Two things say summer to me - beaches and flowers.  For this card, I have opted for the flowers:

I would like to enter:
Di's Digis - Summer
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/2019/06/sweet-summertime-challenge.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Summer
https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-120-summer.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Di's Digis and is coloured with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  I added some grosgrain ribbon, a flower coloured with copic marker and embellished with a glitter dome and I also gave it a stem made with glitter gems.

Canvas

This month's image at Limited Runs is a bit different from previous months.  In honour of that, I created something different to what I normally do:

I would like to enter:
Limited Runs - Progressive Challenge
https://limitedrunsstamps.blogspot.com/p/here-they-all-are-for-you-our.html

I have used a mini canvas.  I added some texture paste and neon glitter.  I then stencilled some modelling paste mixed with rust effect paste using a Tim Holtz stencil.  I sprinkled some minute glass beads on top of the modelling paste.  I also sponged some inks around the canvas (can't remember what I used now as I did that bit over a week ago). The image is from Limited Runs and is coloured with copic markers.  I tored the edges of the image and inked those.

Best Wishes

We had a chilly but sunny day today after starting out the day with heavy fog.  A good day for staying inside for a while crafting.  I got outside for a while in the middle of the day to get some sunshine on me though.  I rather liked this paper with purple flowers and blue leaves and decided to colour the image to match:

I would like to enter:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/2019/07/qkr-stampede-challenge-355-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper and a sentiment from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I added some lavender coloured twine.  The image is from QKR Stampede and is coloured with copic markers and Wink Of Stella.  Matting is blue cardstock.