This week's optional twist at CHNC is Include A Bear
I have used a digital paper from Bugaboo Stamps. The image and sentiment are also from Bugaboo Stamps. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I added a transparent Christmas ribbon.
I followed the sketch at Stella Says Sketch.
I would like to enter:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/stella-says-sketch-challenge-911.html
Mia is having a little challenge where she asks participants to use one of her mandala patterns for a project. This is what I came up with:
I would like to enter:
Mia - 4th Blogaversary
https://craftartista.blogspot.com/2021/05/4th-blogaversary-candy.html
I have used some papers from my Awaiting Crafting box (sources unknown). Mia has lots of lovely mandala but #23 spoke to me for this card. I kept it in summery colours using copic markers and Wink of Stella for colouring. I also added some clear sparkle gems.
This is more of a "winter" image than a "Christmas" image but I wanted to try it as a Christmas image for a more masculine card. Although we have Christmas in the middle of summer, more than half of our Christmas cards feature snow. The Cool Yule sentiment was perfect for this image.
I would like to enter:
All Dressed Up - Anything Goes
https://alldressedupchallenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/may-challenge-117.html
Crafty Friends - Sketch
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-152-for-may.html
Winter Wonderland - Winter Sports
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/winter-sports.html
I have used a digital paper from Little Scraps of Heaven. The image/sentiment is from All Dressed Up and the sentiment is from From The Heart Stamps. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I also inked the edges of the image and sentiment with Distress Ink. I also added a glitter foam snowflake embellishment.
I followed the sketch at Crafty Friends:
I have started making some of my smaller mini cards to attach to presents at Christmas. These are 8cm x 8cm and also use some smaller offcut strips of paper from paper pads.
I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Sunday Challenge - Baby Animals
https://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/sunday-clean-and-simple/forum/topics/sunday-songs-and-rhymes-march-16-29
I have used offcut strips of patterned papers from various paper pads. The image is from Fresh Brewed Designs. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I fussy cut the image leaving a bit of a white border.
When I think of Secret Gardens, I think about hidden gardens. I wonder what the garden is that the lady in the background is going into? Is it full of flowers or is it full of vegetables? Is it neatly laid out or is it more cottage style?
I would like to enter:
Gecko Galz - The Secret Garden
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2021/05/gecko-galz-may-challenge-secret-garden.html
I have used a digital paper from Gecko Galz. The image is also from Gecko Galz and the sentiment is from Desert Diva.
I will have a number of posts today including a Design Team one this evening.
I would like to enter:
Fripperies and Butterflies - Steampunk Image for May
http://fripperiesandbutterflies.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-steampunk-monthly-challenge.html
Craftyhazelnuts Patterned Paper - May Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2021/05/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-may.html
I have used a digital paper from Bearly Mine Designs. I printed out the image from Gecko Galz twice. The first one I made to fit across the entire width and the second to fit nicely underneath the piece I cut from the first printing. I used a black pigment liner to outline the image pieces. The sentiment is from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles and is one that I had in my Awaiting Crafting box. I also die-cut some gears using dies from Memory Box.
I don't very often use black and white images but had the idea with this one to use colour in the background and the embellishments.
I would like to enter:
Gecko Galz - Monthly Image Challenge (May)
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-image-challenge-of-month.html
I have used a digital paper from Gecko Galz. The image is also from Gecko Galz and the sentiment is from Platypus Creek. Matting is black cardstock. I constructed a flower using two different flower embellishments.
I am on the Design Team for Scribbles Designs so when I spotted a feminine challenge sponsored by Scribbles Designs I decided to join in.
I would like to enter:
The Crafter's Cafe - Feminine
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/266-15-may.html
I have used a digital paper from Scribble Doodle Designs. I also added some lace across the card. The image and sentiment are from Scribbles Designs. Colouring is with copic markers, Distress Ink (Mustard Seed) and Wink of Stella. I also used the Mustard Seed Distress Ink around the edge of the sentiment. I added some clear "sparklers".
I found alot of images from the same set in my Awaiting Crafting box that worked really well with a sketch. The main digital paper is the only one that I printed out for this card.
I would like to enter:
Cheerful Sketches - Sketch
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-mei.html
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper - May Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2021/05/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-may.html
I have used a digital paper from Fred She Said for the background. The smaller pieces are from my Awaiting Crafting box and I'm not certain of the sources. The image is also from Fred She Said. Colouring is with copic markers. I also added a piece of wide ribbon.
I followed the sketch at Cheerful Sketches:
I have raided my Awaiting Crafting Boxes for this card. I still have a lot of items in each box even though I am making some progress with them.
I would like to enter:
Cheerful Sketches - Sketch
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-mei.html
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge - May Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2021/05/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-may.html
I have used three papaers from Bearly Mine Designs. The image is from Lacy Sunshine (Colour of Love) and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I inked the outer edges of the card with Distress Ink (Mermaid Lagoon).
I had some fun with some products I hadn't used in a while:
I would like to enter:
Never More Designs - May Gothic Image Challenge
https://nevermoredesigns.blogspot.com/p/monthly-gothic-challenge.html
I have used a digital paper from Manu Design Studio (although it is barely visible by the time I finished playing on top of it!). The image is from Gecko Galz and is available for the May Image Challenge at Never More Designs. I am not certain of the source of the sentiment.
Once I had adhered the paper, image and sentiment, I got out some inky things to have a play. I used three colours of Nuvo Mousse along with some Art Alchemy Acrylic Paint (Opal Magic Violet-Green). After applying that I also added the words "Bubble Bubble Toil and Trouble" in white gel pen.
I needed a bit of a distraction this morning so I decided to get out some of my Awaiting Crafting boxes and combine with an image that worked well with them.
I would like to enter:
Digi Choosday - Anything Goes
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-21-card-making-and-craft-challenge.html
Colour Crazy - Hand Colouring
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-19-anything-goes-colouring.html
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch #206
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.com/2021/05/sweet-sketches-206-and-207.html
I have used a digital paper from Bearly Mine Designs. The image is from Polka Doodles and the sentiment is from Limited Runs. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I also added some 3D stickers.
A glittery Christmas card in traditional colours which I had fun creating.
I would like to enter:
Digi Doodles Studio - Bring on The Glitz
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-38-bring-on-glitz-add-glitter.html
CCC Digi Creations - Sparkle
https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-125-add-sparkle-andor-shine.html
I have used glitter cardstock from DCWV for the background. I die-cut the image and also die-cut the glitter cardstock using the same die so I could slot the image into the space. The image is from Digi Doodles Studio. I coloured the image with copic markers and then added clear Wink of Stella over the top. I found some small glitter domes to add around the card to break up the background a bit.
I usually like to try and complete cards due at the end of the month at least a week before the end of the month even if I don't get them blogged until a few days before. This month it is going to be a rush as I still have some to create.
I would like to enter:
Gecko Galz - Christmas Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-monthly-christmas-challenge.html
Holly & Ivy Challenge - Anything Christmas Goes
http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-95-anything-christmas-goes.html
I have used a digital paper from Gecko Galz. The image is the May Christmas image from Gecko Galz and the sentiment is from Samantha. I semi fussy-cut the image and added some glitter pen to give the colours a bit more depth. I also added some sparkle stars.
I printed out this image at the beginning of the month and as of the start of today, it was still uncoloured. I had a bit of time this evening while I was waiting for the "red moon" to start appearing so sat down and coloured and crafted a card.
Okay, so almost another day has passed before I have managed to photograph and watermark the card. The red moon was a bit more hype than anything else unless I just live in the wrong place. The moon was fairly small that you couldn't really pick up any colour change.
I would like to enter:
Ching-Chou Kuik - Fantasy
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/ching-chou-kuik-digital-stamps.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy. The image is from Ching-Chou Kuik and the sentiment is from Digital Doodling. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I also added some Glossy Accents to the brooches. As a finishing touch, I added some sparkle stars.
I thought this sentiment was perfect for the image - and adding a couple of other characters for the "crowd".
I would like to enter:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-598-christmas.html
Christmas Kickstart - Santa and Friends
https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/christmas-challenge-50-santa-and-friends.html
I have used a digital paper from Trimgym. The image is from Spyder's Corner and the sentiment is from Deidre Mosher. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. Matting is red cardstock.
A monochromatic pink Christmas card - I even gave her hair a pink tinge!
I would like to enter:
Star Stampz - Monochrome
http://starstampz.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-22-monochromepink.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-598-christmas.html
I have used two digital papers from Trimgym. The image is from Star Stampz and the sentiment is from Doodle Pantry (I thought it was a good combo with the hot cocoa). I also added some glitter white foam snowflakes.
I don't if it is just a kiwi thing or not, but here we refer to the person having a birthday as the "Birthday Boy" or "Birthday Girl" regardless of their age.
I would like to enter:
The Paper Shelter - Man/Boy
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
I have used offcuts of digital paper - not sure of the sources. The image is from The Paper Shelter and the sentiment is from When The Scrap Hits The Fun. Colouring is with copic markers. I also added some bakers' twine and an enamel dot.
I managed to finish the card that I was working on earlier today
I would like to enter:
Passion For Markers - Spots and/or Stripes (Stripes)
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-592special-anniversary-challenge.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/pennys-challenge-496.html
I have used a digital paper from Kitten Scraps (now called NS Designs). The image is from Crafty Sentiments and the sentiment is typed on the computer. Colouring is with copic markers, Wink of Stella and Kindy Glitz. I also added some satin ribbon and some glitter domes.
Whilst I am still struggling at the moment, I am trying to get some things done today and try and lift my spirits a bit. I have some washing on at the moment so decided I would blog this card that I finished this morning. I have another that I have started that I also hope to finish by the end of the day so there may be another post later on.
I would like to enter:
Catch The Bug - Anything Goes
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/may-week-3-bi-weekly-anything-goes.html
Passion For Markers - Spots and/or Stripes
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-592special-anniversary-challenge.html
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Purple Monochrome
https://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-may-18-may-31
I have used a spotted paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio. The image/sentiment is from Bugaboo Stamps. I also used some organza ribbon and two glitter stickers that were a good match.
I am struggling quite a bit at the moment and card-making is really hit and miss. I managed to finish this one off today and found some challenges to enter
I would like to enter:
Beccy's Place - May Challenge
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2021/05/may-challenge.html
Carlin's Map Paradise - Hearts and Flowers
https://carlinskaartenparadijs.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-34-mei.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.com/2021/05/tuesday-morning-sketches-606.html
I have used a digital paper from Beccy's Place. The image is also from Beccy's Place. I added some grosgrain ribbon and some heart stickers.
I followed the sketch at Tuesday Morning Sketches:
I changed the sketch from portrait to landscape but otherwise followed the sketch.
This week, the optional twist at CHNC is "Use some silver"
I have used some silver glitter cardstock from DCWV. The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps.
I followed the sketch at Stella Says Sketch.
I would like to enter:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/stella-says-sketch-challenge-910.html
I am not sure why I originally printed this image as large as I had but I suspect that is why it was lingering in my Awaiting Crafting box. I decided to use it on this card but it doesn't leave a lot of room for embellishments so they have had to be kept to a minimum.
I would like to enter:
Colour Crazy - Hand Colouring
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-18-anything-goes-colouring.html
Passion For Markers - Spots and/or Stripes
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-592special-anniversary-challenge.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/pennys-challenge-496.html
I have used a spotted paper from Rosie's Studio. The image is from Dr Digi and is coloured with copic markers and Wink of Stella. The edges of the image have been inked with Distress Ink (Worn Lipstick).
I usually use soft pastel colours for Sympathy cards but while I have kept this relatively soft, I have included a pop of darker colour.
I would like to enter:
Creative Knockouts - Flower Power
http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/2021/05/401-flower-power-sheepski-designs.html
Sheepski Designs - Floral Dance
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/sheepski-designs-challenge-50-floral.html
Cheerful Sketches - Sketches
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-mei.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
I have used digital papers from Lozzy (background), Bearly Mine Designs (rose), Peppercus Designs (cross piece) plus two others that I don't know the source. The image is from Sheepski Designs and the sentiment is from Sugar Paw Scraps. Colouring is with copic markers.
I followed the sketch at Cheerful Sketches:
We are at the midway point of the May Anything Goes Challenge at Jan's Digi Challenge Blog. I have made two cards for the midway.
The first card uses an image and sentiment from Flower Cart
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy for the background. Colouring is with copic markers.
I followed a tutorial for a Lever Fold Card.
I would like to enter:
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
The second card uses an image and three of the sentiments from Disco Friends
I have used a digital paper from Create with TLC as well as a striped one that I haven't been able to find the source. I added a bit of bling with some glittery tape on the edges of the card as well as across the card between the papers. Colouring of the image is with copic markers. I stacked the three sentiments above each other to create one big sentiment.
I would like to enter:
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/pennys-challenge-496.html
Anyone who has followed my blog for a while will know that my favourite colours are yellow and orange. I am not one of those people who changes their favourite colours - I like the sunny summery feeling of these two colours.
I would like to enter:
Passion for Markers - Favourite colours
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/week-591use-your-favourite-colours.html
I used an offcut piece of cardstock that folded was only a little larger than the image (from my Awaiting Crafting box) so decided to double mat the image and then add a border. The image is from Create with TLC and has been coloured with copic markers Y02, Y31, YR04, YR07 plus I used a couple of E markers for the hair and skin. I also used YR18 and Y13 for the border.
We are midway through the Change Your Environment Challenge at Path of Positivity. As a reminder, our sponsors for this challenge are All Dressed Up and Scribbles Designs.
While it is not exactly the weather at the moment for escaping to the beach, that is definitely something that I like to do to change my environment. I just need to wait until the warmer weather in December and January to do so!
I have used an image from All Dressed Up called Beach Time.
Card closed:
I also used digital papers from
I followed a tutorial for a Gatefold Window Card.
I would like to enter:
All Dressed Up - Anything Goes
https://alldressedupchallenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/may-challenge-117.html
This fortnight at Incy Wincy Designs, our themes to choose from are For A Baby and/or Balloons or Sweets. The sponsors for this challenge are Star Stampz and Hetty Clare Art.
I have used an image from Star Stampz called Panda Balloon
I also used a digital paper from Lozzy and a sheer organza ribbon. Colouring is with copic markers. The sentiment is one that I typed on the computer.
I would like to enter:
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
We are at the start of the second May Anything Goes Challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends. For these two weeks, our sponsor is Lemon Shortbread
I have used an image from Lemon Shortbread called Rain Shield.
I also used a digital paper from a set called Droplets by Lozzy. The sentiment is from Create with TLC. Colouring is with copic markers.
I would like to enter:
Lemon Shortbread - Anything Goes
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge145-anything-goes.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
Shop: https://www.etsy.com/no-en/shop/lemonshortbread
Blog: http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lemonshortbread/
Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/lemonshortbreadart/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lemonshortbread/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/chibilemon/lemon-shortbread-crafts-dt/
When I first saw the image for this month's Progressive Freebie challenge at The Outlawz, I thought of my daughter's cat who always has to come and see what she is up to. In her cat's case though she would have her paws up on the table as she is long enough to be able to reach.
I missed my target of uploading this by the middle of the month thanks to an outage on blogger yesterday. At least it is still around the middle of the month!
I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Progressive Freebie Challenge - Bertha's Bread Baking Bonanza
https://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/freebie-progressive-challenge/forum/topics/progressive-challenge-may-2021
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-140.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
I have used two digital papers from Lozzy. The image is from Dr Digi's House of Stamps and the sentiment is one that I typed on the computer. Colouring is with copic markers. I also added a glitter sticker to fill a space that looked too blank!
We are now at the midway point of this month's challenge at 12 Months of Christmas where our optional twist is Gnomes. We are sponsored by Sheepski Designs.
I have used an image from Sheepski Designs called Garden Party.
I also used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles. Colouring is with copic markers and Wink of Stella - with some Glossy Accents added to the teeth.
May 15th - Scribbles DT
We are at the start of a new challenge at Scribbles Designs. This month, our theme is Add It Up. I have listed what I have used on my card so you can get an idea of how it works (make sure that you include a list of your additions on your post too).
I have used the following items:
Fancy Fold 25 pts
Cardstock 5 pts
Patterned Paper 30 pts (3 @ 10 pts)
Digi Image 10 pts
Copic Markers 5 pts
Sentiment 5 pts
Gemstones 3 pts (3 @ 1pt)
Ephemera 3 pts (3 @ 1 pt)
Watercolours 10 pts
Half pearls 4 pts (4 @ 1pt)
Total 100 pts
I followed a tutorial for a Joy Fold 2 card here.
I used three different digital papers from Scribble Doodle Designs. I watercoloured the fish ephemera using watercolour paints. The image and inner sentiment are from Scribbles Designs.
This week at CHNC, our optional twist is Candy Canes. I followed the candy cane theme through from the image to the striped paper and the striped embossing folder.
I have used an embossing folder for the background. The image and sentiment are from Bugaboo Stamps. I'm not sure of the source of the digital paper as it is one from my Awaiting Crafting box.
I followed the sketch at Stella Says Sketch:
I would like to enter:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/stella-says-sketch-challenge-910.html
Blogger has been done for the past few hours and I didn't think I was going to be able to post this card. It appears to be fixed for now so fingers crossed I can get this done.
I would like to enter:
Di's Digis - Hand coloured image
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/04/handcolored-image-challenge.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
I am still working my way through my Awaiting Crafting boxes and have used an image and sentiment this time.
I would like to enter:
QKR Stampede - Anything Goes
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/2021/05/qkr-stampede-challenge-419.html
Show Us Your Pussycats - Furrything Goes
https://showusyourpussies.blogspot.com/2021/05/show-us-your-pussycats-challenge-66.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/05/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge-138.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - May Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/05/abmttc-extra-may-challenge-anything-goes.html
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy. The image is from Eureka Stamps and the sentiment is from QKR Stampede. Colouring is with copic markers. The edges have been inked with Distress Ink Wild Honey. I added some star stickers to co-ordinate with the sentiment and two cat stickers.