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I followed the optional twist of a sketch for this month's challenge at Beccy's Place.

I would like to enter:

Beccy's Place - August Challenge
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2023/08/august-challenge.html

I have used four digital papers, an image and a sentiment from Beccy's Place.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I added some pearls.

Ice-Cream

 This month's Progressive Freebie image at The Outlawz is another from Sandra.

It is a bit hard to tell from this photograph but the black layer and the blue layer are both on springs which gives the card dimension.

I would like to enter:

The Outlawz Progressive Freebie Challenge - Ice-cream
https://theoutlawzchallenges-freebie.blogspot.com/2023/07/august-2023-progressive-freebie.html

I have used three digital papers from PixelScrapper.  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

I followed a tutorial for a Floating Double Panel Card by Sam Calcott. 

Gecko Galz August 2023

I usually write separate posts for the Gecko Galz monthly challenges that I participate in.  However, my eyes are still not settling down after my eye surgery.  I'm endeavoring to minimize the time on the computer so for this month they are all in one post.

Papers, images and sentiments are all from Gecko Galz.  Any coloring is with copic markers and/or watercolor pencils.

Photos are below each challenge being entered.

Gecko Galz Theme - Beach Babes
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2023/08/august-challengebeach-babes.html

Gecko Galz Christmas - August Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-monthly-christmas-challenge.html

Gecko Galz Stamp - August Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-stamp-challenge.html

Gecko Galz Card - August Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/monthly-card-challenge.html

Gecko Galz Steampunk - August Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-monthly-steampunk-challenge.html

Gecko Galz Gothic - August Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-monthly-gothic-challenge.html

Gecko Galz ATC - August Set
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/atc-monthly-challenge.html

Adventure

 We are at the midway inspiration for the September Challenge at Path of Positivity.  The optional twist for September is "inspired by the sea"

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The images are from (top to bottom) Digi Darla, Sassy Studio Designs and Scrap Happy Paper Crafter. Coloring is with copic markers.

Happy Birthday!

We are at the midway point of the August Challenge at Jan's Digi Stamps. 

I have used a set from Jan's Digis called Dog Days of Summer.

 I also used papers from PixelScrapper.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

The Corrosive Challenge - August Challenge
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-8-aug-2023-anything-goes.html

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-77-anything-goes-with.html

PINspirational Challenge - Birthday plus Animal
https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/pinspirational-challenge-304-august.html

Charmed

We are at the start of the second Anything Goes Challenge for August at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  This challenge, we are sponsored by Sheepski Designs.

I have used an image from Sheepski Designs called Buttercup Cottage

 

 I have also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.  The wording is from a sheet of glitter embellishments and the flower and leaf sprig are from an ephemera pack.

I would like to enter:

Sheepski Designs - My Favorite Things (Autumn is my favorite season)
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-77-your-favourite-things.html

The Crafters Cafe - Colors in the Garden
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/08/300-colours-of-garden.html

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/pennys-challenge-553.html

Crafts Galore Encore - August Challenge
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/august-2023-challenge-114-crafts-galore.html

Happy Birthday

 This is the second DT post that should have been published earlier today.  This one is for the start of the August Challenge at Scribbles Designs.  The theme for August is "Favorites"

using #204 Brrr-thday Chef and #F 61 Happy Birthday (Free) 

along with Scribble Doodle Designs Polka Dot Patterned Paper

One of my favorite things to do is use up some of my paper scraps and I was able to use some on this card.  I also like this dapper image.

Star of Wonder Star of Night

 I'm running a bit late with my DT posts.  I have two that should have been posted earlier today but I've been battling a headache all day and this is the first that I've felt up to spending any time on the computer.

This post is for the midway point of the August Challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  The optional twist this month is stars

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles. The image is from Doodle Pantry and I'm not sure of the source of the sentiment.

Surf's Up

 We are at the start of the August Challenge at Path of Positivity.  This month, the optional twist is "Inspired by the Sea".  For my project I have been inspired by sea life.

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The images are from Fresh Brewed Designs (surfing starfish) and Sassy Studio Designs (underwater scene).  The sentiments are from Create with TLC (Surf's Up) and Ginger's House (The Beach).  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

Always Have Something Beautiful In Sight

We are at the start of the August Anything Goes Challenge at Jan's Digi Stamps. 

 

I have used a set from Jan's Digis called Pretty Posies.

Front of card:

Two views of the inside of the card:

I also used some digital papers from Creative Fabrica.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Classic Design - August Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/08/classic-design-challenge-august-8.html

Crafts Galore - August Challenge
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/august-2023-challenge-114-crafts-galore.html

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/pennys-challenge-552.html

CRAFT Challenge - Summer
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-687-summer.html

CATS understand the importance of a nap

 We are at the start of the first Anything Goes Challenge for August 2023.  The sponsor for this challenge is Hetty Clare Art.

 

I have used an image from Hetty Clare Art called Day Off.  At the time of writing this post (in draft), the image is appearing in the store as unavailable.  That may have now changed.

I also used some papers from paper pads.  Coloring is with Promarkers and the sentiment is from Create with TLC.

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-77-anything-goes-with.html

Show Us Your Pussycats - Furrything Goes
https://showusyourpussies.blogspot.com/2023/07/challenge-91-furrything-goes.html

Crazy For Cats - Anything Cat Goes or Regal Cats
https://crazyforcatschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-10-anything-cat-goes-or-regal.html

Friendships Never Go Out of Style

I am a day or two late with this post as I am still struggling with my eyes - especially with the computer screen.   

It is the midway point of the July Challenge at Scribbles Designs and the theme is Say It With Flowers.

I have used:

Scribbles Designs - Flower Pot 2

Scribbles Designs - Friendships

Scribble Doodle Designs - Flower 1 Digi Paper

I also used some glitter ribbon, some grosgrain ribbon and some acrylic flower stickers.  Coloring is with copic markers and inking with Distress Ink.

I would like to enter:

I will try and come back later and add some challenges.