Monday 29 May 2023

Glamor Girl

This should be my last project to upload for May, however, I will check as I finished these projects a few days ago and could have missed one or two.


I would like to enter:

Gecko Galz Monthly Challenge - May Image
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-image-challenge-of-month.html

I have used a digital paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  I also added some lace and some gems.

Summer

 I think I have two more May projects to upload which I should be able to do within the next hour. 

 

I would like to enter:

Gecko Galz Theme Challenge - Spun Sugar
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-challengespun-sugar.html

I have used a digital paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  I added some Kindy Glitz to the paper (so that it looked like a ribbon running behind the image), the ice creams and also the bow in her hair.

Sunday 28 May 2023

Fly

 The forecast rain hasn't arrived so far, so I am enjoying some more sunshine while it lasts. I really enjoyed this fold and I had a butterfly die that worked perfectly with this design.  

I have used all the prompts on the wheel.

 

 

I would like to enter:

Butterfly Challenge - P is for....
https://butterflyspotchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/182-spin-butterfly-wheel-with-p-for.html

I followed a tutorial for a Pillar Card from the Butterfly Challenge.

Coloring is with Distress Ink - Ripe Persimmon and ProMarker Plum.  The other two colors are in the base and paper.  The pearls are on the body of the butterfly.  I also added some gems.

 

Saturday 27 May 2023

Stitch-A-Holic

Here is the second one for today:



I would like to enter:

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

I have used a digital paper and images from Gecko Galz.  Several of the images are from the same sewing themed kit.  Coloring is with copic markers.

 

Moonlight

I still have a few completed projects to upload.  I'm hoping to do at least two today and some more tomorrow.  It is a nice sunny day today but the air temperature is still cool.  I think the forecast is for rain for much of the coming week so I need to make the most of the sunshine while I can.


 

I would like to enter:

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

I have used a paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  I fussy cut the image and added some additional color using watercolor pencils.  I also added some shiny puffy flower stickers (I'm sure that they have an actual name rather than "shiny puffy" but that is all I could come up with).

Tuesday 23 May 2023

Celebrate

There is a new challenge at Gecko Galz this month and I absolutely adore the image.  I had a lot of fun with this one:


I would like to enter:

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

I have used a digital paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  I printed out the image twice and fussy cut the butterfly from the second printing.  I then added some mounting tape behind the wings of the butterfly to raise up the second butterfly image.

Missing You

Time to upload the next couple of projects that were completed a few days ago.  Hopefully I will get them all uploaded in the next day or so.


I would like to enter:

The Outlawz Progressive Freebie - May Challenge
https://theoutlawzchallenges-freebie.blogspot.com/2023/04/may-2023-progressive-freebie-challenge.html

The Outlawz Challenges - May Linky
https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/04/may-2023-linky.html

I have used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.  The image is from The Outlawz and the sentiment is from Digital Doodling.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added Glossy Accents to the vase as well as some flower embellishments.

Monday 22 May 2023

From Santa WIth Love

 We are at the start of the second Anything Goes Challenge for the month of May 2023 at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  This challenge, we are sponsored by The Paper Shelter.


I have used a paper and an image from The Paper Shelter called Here We Go

Coloring is with copic markers.  I added some Christmas embllishments.

I would like to enter:

Passion For Markers - Add A Sentiment
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/week-690add-sentiment.html

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-74-anything-goes-with.html

The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Christmas
https://theoutlawzchallenges-friday.blogspot.com/2023/05/festive-fridays-challenge-may-5-to-june.html

The Outlawz Challenges - May Linky
https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/04/may-2023-linky.html

Sponsor Info:


 

May Your Heart Be Light

I didn't manage to upload any of my completed cards yesterday so I am going to see if I can upload an extra one today after this one;


I would like to enter:

Beccy's Place -  May Challenge
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-challenge.html

I have used two digital papers, an image and sentiment from Beccy's Place.  Coloring is with copic markers. 

I followed a tutorial for a 6 x 7 Accoredian Tent Fold Card.by Iced Images.

Believe

I kept this card fairly simple as I wanted to include the background as an extension of the image.


I would like to enter:

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

I have used a digital paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  I added some orange matting and orange stars.

Saturday 20 May 2023

Floral Fantasy

I'm finding it hard to sit at the computer for long periods of time at the moment, so I'm going to try and get my projects uploaded a couple at a time.  At least, I can manage to create comfortably so most of the monthly challenges that I join in with are now completed.


I would like to enter:

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

I have used an ATC kit from Gecko Galz.  I fussy cut the images and added to the bases.

Embrace Your Beauty

Our weather is back to being wet and dreary.  I think we have had one sunny day in the past fortnight - the rest has either been cloudy, showers or rain.  I wouldn't mind that if the washing wasn't piling up as I can't get it dry in this weather.


I would like to enter:

Gecko - Digital Stamp Challenge
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-stamp-challenge.html

I have used a digital paper, image and sentiment from Gecko Galz.  The image has been colored with copic markers.

Hello Friend

I came across a weekly You Tube Challenge called Craft Roulette.  The host spins a wheel for four parameters for the card.  The parameters that were spun were Dutch Door, campfire colors, hats or caps and book text.This is my card from the first one that I joined in for which was the beginning of May.  I've only just had the time to write up this post (while waiting for this week's challenge to start):



 

I would like to enter:

Beccy's Place - May Challenge
 https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-challenge.html

I used some papers from paper packs that I have had for quite a long time.  The image is from Beccy's Place and the sentiment is typed on the computer.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I followed a tutorial for a Dutch Fold Card.

Tuesday 16 May 2023

Falling Leaves

Today is the midway inspiration for the May Challenge at Path of Positivity.  This month, the optional twist is "Inspired by Nature".  I am inspired by the fallen leaves in Autumn.


I have used a digital paper from PixelScrapper. The images are from unknown (can't find this one in my folders - anyone recognise it?), Sans Designs and Scrap Happy Paper Crafter.  The sentiment is from DIY and Digital Design.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some die-cut leaves.

Merry Christmas

This month at 12 Months of Christmas is our 100th Challenge.  The optional twist for May is Holiday Decorations.


I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image is from Cheryl Seslar Designs and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Christmas Crafts All Year Round - 5 of something (stars)
https://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-challenge-five-golden-rings-five-of.html

Girlz Creative Christmas - Die-cuts and punches
https://girlzcreativechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-20-die-cutsponsen-dt-call.html

Time to Drink Champagne and Dance on the Table

 We are at the start of the May Challenge at Scribbles Designs.  This month, the theme is "Sip and Savor"


I have used:

Scribbles Designs - Champagne Glasses 

Scribbles Designs -  Drink Champagne

I also used a digital paper from Create with TLC. Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the glasses.

I would like to enter:

Classic Design Open Challenge - May Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/classic-design-challenge-may-5.html

Be Your Own Kind of Beautiful

Mid-month reminder time at Jan's Digi Stamps.  

I have used a set called Butterfly Frame.

 The first photo is of the front of the card:

and the second photo is the inside of the card:


I have also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I followed a tutorial for a Triple Panel Pop-up Card by Sam Calcott.

I would like to enter:

Passion For Markers - Layer It Up
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/week-689layer-it-up.html

Critter Crazy Challenge - Creature as a Feature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-74-anything-goes-with.html

The Corrosive Challenge - May Challenge
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-5-may-2023-anything-goes.html

Sparkles Monthly Challenge - Things With Wings
https://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/05/164-things-with-wings.html

Thursday 11 May 2023

Guest Designer at Penny's Paper Crafty

 I am honored to be a Guest Designer for the current Anything Goes Challenge at Penny's Paper Crafty.  The sponsors for the challenge are Color of Love and Sheepski Designs.



I have used an image from Color of Love called Water Lily Romantique.


I also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.   Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Classic Design Open Challenge - May Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/classic-design-challenge-may-5.html

The Corrosive Challenge - Anything Goes
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-5-may-2023-anything-goes.html

Tuesday 9 May 2023

Standing Pop Up Card

I have two views of this card. 

One showing the front:


and the other a more aerial view to show the other two papers used:

 


 I have used all the prompts this time.

I would like to enter:

Ching-Chou Kuik - Anything Goes
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/ching-chou-kuik-digital-stamps.html

Butterfly Challenge - S is for...
https://butterflyspotchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/04/181-spin-butterfly-wheel-with-s-for.html

The papers used are digital papers from PixelScrapper.  The image is from Ching-Chou Kuik.  Coloring is with copic markers.

Spring Wishes

It has been raining for the past week and is forecast to rain until Friday so two more days of it at least.  I decided to try and ignore the rain today and create some cards.  Only two of them actually are finished so I am going to post those tonight.


I would like to enter:

Crafty Gals Corner - Spring
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/04/challenge-242-easter-spring.html

Digi Choosday - Anything Goes
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/2023/05/wk-17-anything-goes-card-making-craft.html

Creations in Pink - Mainly Pink
https://creationsinpink.blogspot.com/2023/04/challenge-57-anything-goes-in-mainly.html

Passion For Markers - Use A Cute Character
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/week-688use-cute-character.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad.  The image is from Polka Doodles and the sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Coloring is with copic markers and inking is with Distress Oxide.  I also added some pink pearls.

Monday 8 May 2023

Salt in the Air and Sand in my Hair

The first Anything Goes Challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends for May is now live.  This challenge we are sponsored by Le'Ann's World.

 


I have used an image from Le'Ann's World called Mermaid Coffee


I also used some paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  Coloring is with copic markers.  The ephemera are all from the same pack.

I would like to enter:

Crafts Galore Encore - May Challenge
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-2023-challenge-111crafts-galore.html

Colorful Options - Blue
https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-2023.html

Sponsor Info:

LeAnn's World 101 Store

Challenge Blog

LeAnn’s World 101 Facebook Page

Wednesday 3 May 2023

With Love

This month, I am honored to be a Guest Designer at Sweet Sketch Wednesday.  I have made a card with each of the sketches:


using Sketch # 253


I have used digital papers.  The image is from Gecko Galz.  I added a satin ribbon. 

I would like to enter:

Creations in Pink - Mainly Pink
https://creationsinpink.blogspot.com/2023/04/challenge-57-anything-goes-in-mainly.html

and:


using Sketch # 254


 I have used a digital paper.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

 



I would pick you

The optional twist for the April Challenge at Path of Positivity is "Inspired by Nature"

 

I have used a digital paper for the background.  The images are from Anne's Digital Art, Crafting with Jack, Digi Stamps 4 Joy and Imagine That.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Crafts Galore Encore - Anything Goes
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2023/05/may-2023-challenge-111crafts-galore.html

Tuesday 2 May 2023

You are Unfroggettable

We are at the midway point of the April Challenge at Scribbles Designs.  This month, the theme is Amphibians and I used a fun character from Scribbles Designs called Carl.

The Carl image from Scribbles Designs that I used is called Carlos Carl.  I also used the free sentiment that is on the April Start and Midway posts.


 I have also used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some PeelCraft border stickers alongside the digital paper.

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/05/challenge-74-anything-goes-with.html

See you where the sky touches the sea

 We are at the start of the May Challenge at Incy WIncy Designs.  This month, the themes are Fun Fold Cards and/or Summer Fun.  We are sponsored by TLC Designs.

I have used a set by TLC Designs called











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

I would like to enter:

will add later

Wear A Little Poppy

We are at the start of the May Challenge at Jan's Digi Stamps.  Recently (April 25th), we had ANZAC Day so that was on my mind as I created this card.

I have used a set from Jan's Digi Stamps called Patriotic Poppies.


 


I also used digital papers from Delicious Doodles (red) and Décosse's Dynamite Doodles (cream).  Coloring is with copic markers.

I followed a tutorial for a 5 x 7 Gatefold Panel Pop Up Card by Iced Images.

I would like to enter:

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/04/pennys-challenge-545.html

The Crafter's Cafe - Flowers
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/04/296-easter-andor-flowers-15th-april-2023.html

Classic Design - May Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/classic-design-challenge-may-5.html