Reveal time at Card Chain Challenge. My card for March went to Barbara in Switzerland.
I have followed the sketch:
as well as the colours (my colour of choice being pink)
and also On the Farm and Friendship (from Theme Options) and String (from Product/Technique Options)
This month's Progressive Freebie image at The Outlawz is a background stamp. I printed it out twice and fussy cut three of the flowers in one of them and raised them up using mount tape:
I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Progressive Freebie Challenge - September Image
https://theoutlawzchallenges-freebie.blogspot.com/2023/08/september-2023-progressive-freebie.html
The Outlawz Challenges - September Linky
https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/september-2023-linky.html
Coloring is with copic markers. I also added some pearls to the centers of the three raised flowers. The sentiment is from Imagine That! Digi Stamps.
We are at the start of the first Anything Goes Challenge for July 2023 at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends. This challenge, we are sponsored by Pattie's Creations.
I have used an image from Pattie's Creations called Cardinal on a Branch with Snow.
I have also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper. The sentiment is from Imagine That. Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.
I would like to enter:
Pattie's Creations - Anything Goes
https://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/06/challenge-207.html
Critter Crazy Challenges - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/07/challenge-76-anything-goes-with.html
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
I think I spoke too soon about the weather this week. Today it has been raining most of the day. At least it isn't heavy rain nor is it windy and about what we'd normally expect for Autumn. So today was a good day to create a card
I would like to enter:
Pattie's Creations - Anything Goes
https://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/03/challenge-204.html
Crazy For Cats - Nap Time
https://crazyforcatschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/03/challenge-5-nap-time-sponsored-by.html
I have used a digital paper from Imagine That. The image is from Pattie's Creations and the sentiment is from Desert Diva. Coloring is with copic markers. I added some puffy paw print stickers.
It is the start of the October Challenge at Path of Positivity. This month, the optional twist is Something Special about your favourite season. I have two favourite seasons so it was hard to choose just one. In the end, I decided upon Autumn. I love all the beautiful colours that are around at that time of the year.
I have used a paper from a paper pad. The images are from Imagine That Digis (basket) and Anne's Digital Art (leaves). Colouring is with copic markers. The sentiment is from Create with TLC. I also added some gold leaf embellishments that have been languishing in my stash for a very long time.
I would like to enter:
Craftlandia - Leaves
https://craftartista.blogspot.com/2022/09/craftlandia-challenge-12.html
This is my final Gecko Galz themed card for February. At one stage during the month I didn't think I was going to get them all finished but managed to with one day to spare.
I would like to enter:
Gecko Galz - Silly Love Song
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2022/02/february-challengesilly-love-song.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (girl and hearts)
https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/2022/02/pinspirational-challenge-286-february.html
Crafty Gals Corner - Add A Heart
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2022/02/challenge-228-add-heart.html
I have used a digital paper and image from Gecko Galz. The sentiment is from Imagine That Digis. I added some heart stickers and some flower embellishments.
This week at CHNC, our theme is Christmas Gnomes.
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy. The image is from Beccy's Place and the sentiment is from Imagine That! Colouing is with copic markers. I also added 3D silver stars.
I wouldl like to enter:
Beccy's Place - February Challenge
https://beccyschallenges.blogspot.com/2022/02/february-challenge.html
The Holly & Ivy Christmas Challenge - Anything Christmas Goes
http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2022/01/challenge-108-anything-christmas-goes.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2022/01/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-15th-january.html
The last couple of months have been a bit of a mess for me so my goal of completing Progressive Challenge cards by mid-month has completely gone out the window. At least I'm not trying to get them finished on the last day of the month!
Sadly, this is the last month of the Progressive Challenge at Imagine That! Digistamp. It is also the last month of the store being open. I'm pleased that Kris is keeping the customer gallery open so that we can share anything that we create with her digis. Not only can Kris see what we are creating but we can also see what others are creating.
I would like to enter:
Imagine That! Digistamp - Progressive Challenge
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/12/december-dotm-challenge.html
I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles. The image and sentiment are from Imagine That! Digistamp. Colouring is with copic markers. I added some Glossy Accents to the "icing" on the Gingerbread Boy, the candy cane and the "buttons" on the ephemera Gingerbread Boy.
This week's optional twist at CHNC is "Things with Wings"
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy. The image is from Stitchy Bear Stamps and the sentiment is from Imagine That Digistamp. Colouring is with copic markers. I also added some ephemera.
I would like to enter:
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/11/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge_15.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - December Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/12/abmttc-extra-december-challenge.html
I am a lot later this month completing the Progressive Challenge at Imagine That Digis. At least, it is still well before the end of the month.
I found a tutorial for a Popping Flap Card and liked the look of it. Unfortunately, the first tutorial that I was following was very unclear and confusing with instructions but it did have a link to the tutorial that had inspired it. I was able to follow the second tutorial a little better although it lacked instructions and was a case of pausing the video and zooming in to figure out what she was doing at times. This was a case of persisting - and I got there in the end.
I would like to enter:
Imagine That Digis - Truckin' Santa Paws
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/11/november-dotm-challenge.html
Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2021/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html
I have used a digital paper from Imagine That Digis. The pre-coloured image and sentiments are also from Imagine That Digis. I added some Kindy Glitz to the image.
I followed a tutorial for a Popping Flap Card by Srushti Patil.
We are at the midway point of the Red and White Card Challenge at 12 Months of Christmas. For this challenge, we are sponsored by Imagine That Digistamp.
I have used a set by Imagine That Digistamp called L'il Drummer Boy.
I also used digital papers from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles. Colouring is with copic markers, Wink of Stella and Kindy Glitz.
I would like to enter:
Imagine That Digis - Customer Gallery
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2000/07/linky.html
Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2021/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html
It has taken me all day just to get this one card finished as I kept getting distracted. On the positive side, I did manage to do the inside as well. The inside was inspired by the sentiment on the front.
I would like to enter:
Colour Crazy - Hand Colouring
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/2021/09/week-38-anything-goes-colouring.html
Imagine That - Digi of the Month
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/10/october-dotm-challenge.html
I have used a digital paper from Imagine That Digis. The images and the sentiment are also from Imagine That Digis. Colouring is with copic markers and Wink of Stella. I also added some large oval gems and some Nuvo Drops
I followed a tutorial for a Book Binding Card.
My quest to have progressive challenge cards completed by mid-month has been a serious struggle this month. I have managed to complete this one but still have one more to do that isn't going to make it!
I had this idea of creating a more child-friendly card for this party meerkat so bright paper and non-traditional meerkat colour.
I would like to enter:
Imagine That Digis - September Challenge
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/09/september-dotm-challenge-meerkats.html
2 Crafty Critter Crazies - Critter
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2021/09/challenge-54-sponsored-by-qkr-stampede.html
I have used a paper from Imagine That Digis. The image and sentiment are also from Imagine That Digis. Colouring is with copic markers. I also added some Glossy Accents to the balloon and the meerkat eyes. To finish I added some star stickers that co-ordinate with the background paper.
Today is meant to be a wild and windy day all over the country but so far it is only overcast here. Hopefully it stays that way! It certainly looks to be a good day for getting things done inside - like cardmaking.
I would like to enter:
The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge - Sketch
https://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-august-4th-17th-2021
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/08/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - August Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/08/abmttc-extra-august-challenge-anything.html
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy (Ashby set). The image is from Whoopsi Daisy and the sentiment is from Imagine That! Digis. Colouring is with copic markers.
I followed the sketch at The Outlawz Wednesday:
I am back on schedule with my cards for the progressive challenge. My aim is to complete them by mid-month to avoid the last minute rush. For the last two months, I have missed the middle of the month by a couple of days (at least they weren't the last few days of the month).
I would like to enter:
Imagine That - Pretty Calf
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/08/august-dotm-challenge-pretty-calf.html
I have used a digital paper from Imagine That! Digis (one that I have had for a while). The image and sentiment are from the Pretty Calf set. Colouring is with copic markers. I added some flower stickers and a row of gemstones.
I am a bit late for the reveal of the July cards at The Card Chain Challenge. There doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day at the moment!
This month my card went to Minnesota in USA.
These are the prompts that we were given
I used the following prompts - sketch, colours, summer, fancy fold
I created by own fancy fold inspired by the sketch - took a couple of attempts to get it to work!
The digital paper that I used comes from Imagine That Digis. The image is from Beccy's Place and the sentiment is from Doodle Pantry. Colouring is with copic markers.
I have been advised by the person I sent the card to that she has received it. I still haven't received either the June card or the July card. Looks like there are still issues with inward mail but some improvement in outward mail.
I would like to enter:
Beccy's Place - August Challenge
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2021/08/august-challenge.html
I had this image cut out ready to colour about a week ago and hadn't got any further. I wasn't feeling like doing much today so was a great day for colouring and finishing cards.
I would like to enter:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.com/2021/07/july-with-fred-she-said.html
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/07/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - August Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/08/abmttc-extra-august-challenge-anything.html
Passion For Markers - Make It Bloom
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/07/week-602make-it-bloom.html
I have used a digital paper from Lozzy for the background as well as some smaller pieces of a digital paper from Imagine That! Digis. Colouring is with copic markers.
I followed this sketch from Sweet Sketch Wednesday:
I switched out the circle element with a sentiment.
The theme in our New Zealand Card Swap exchange for the month of July is to create a book binding card. This is the card that I sent:
I followed a you tube video tutorial for a Book Binding Card.
I have used two digital papers from a set by Lozzy called Ashby. The image is from Limited Runs and the sentiment is from Imagine That! Digis. Colouring is with copic markers. I also dotted some gems around.
I would like to enter:
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/07/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge.html
A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - July Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/07/abmttc-extra-july-challenge-anything.html
I'm back to trying to complete the progressive challenges by mid-month. I still have one to do so I might not make it again this month - but at least this one is done:
I would like to enter:
Imagine That Digis - Challenge of the Month
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2021/07/july-dotm-challenge-we-3-mice.html
I have used a digital paper from Imagine That! Digis. The image and sentiment are also from Imagine That. Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I added a gold star sticker and a pohutukawa flower.
