Poinsettia

This week's optional twist at CHNC is "Use A Flower or Two or More"

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio. The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also added some pre-made poinsettia embellishments.

I would like to enter:

Christmas Kickstart Challenge - Poinsettia
https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/2022/10/christmas-kickstart-challenge-67.html

Roses

Just after New Year I went in to our local dollar type store and found that they had a whole lot of new craft stuff that I hadn't seen before.  So, I have a whole lot of new embellishments to play with!  For this card, I have used some fabric tape (this one is the orange one but I bought 2 others at the same time!), some pearl brads (I bought a couple of packets of these as I think I might use these a bit) and some coloured ribbon roses (hadn't seen this particular colour before).

I would like to enter my card into these challenges;
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Ring in the New
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-ala-mode-ring-in-the-new-12-31-16-through-1-717
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2017/01/119-open.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by MME.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  Matting is pink cardstock.  As I said above, I have also used some orange patterned fabric tape, some pearl brads and some pre-coloured ribbon roses.

Christmas is a not a time.....

.......nor a season but a state of mind.  What a wonderful quote!

I would like to enter these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Anything Goes
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/challenge-348-anything-goes-12252016.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Anything Goes
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/challenge-78-anything-goes.html

I have used a snowflake patterned paper from Craft Smith and some white glitter cardstock from American Crafts.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  The digital sentiment is from Folded Paper and Printed Pixels.

Cute Christmas Critter

We have had 2 days in a row of sunny weather - so  maybe  summer has finally arrived!  It does mean a little less crafty time though!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/ag-no-116.html
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/chnc-challenge-312-cute-or-anything.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Green and Pink)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/pinspirational-challenge-181.html
Glitter n Sparkle -  Christmas with Glitter
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/challenge-219.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Sugar and Spice Studio.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz. I added a sentiment from a christmas paper pad by  Kaisercraft along with some pearls from Rosie's Studio.

Thanks

Not a traditional Thanksgiving image but one depicting writing a Thank you note.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Anything For Thanksgiving
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/11/challenge-342-anything-for-thanksgiving.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/11/challenge-225-anything-goes.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - November Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/11/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html

I have used a paper, border and a topper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I added a handwritten sentiment to the topper using a white pen.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.

Halloween

It's not far away now!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Halloween
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/challenge-338-halloween-cards-10162016.html
Create with TLC - Anything Goes
http://desiref.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/atg-with-create-with-tlc-challenge-no4.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/challenge-334-always-anything-goes.html
Crafty Gals - Halloween
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/challenge-94-be-fa-boo-lous.html

I have used a paper from Create with TLC for the background.  I added a halloween themed ribbon across the card.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added two purple and orange square beads.

Christmas

Another Christmas card - I didn't go with the cute theme this time but decided on a more vintage look:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute or Anything Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/chnc-challenge-303-cute-or-anything.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/challenge-386-20th-of-october-christmas.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by MME - along with an embellishment and sentiment from a pack by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added some dots around the image using Distress Marker - Peeled Paint.  I also used some gold mesh ribbon.

Christmas Mouse

Another christmas card using this fabulous image!  I've used this one on a few cards now.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-299-cute-or-anything.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (mouse)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/pinspirational-challenge-174.html

I have used a silver foil effect paper from a christmas paper pad by Craft Smith.  Unfortunately, it doesn't photograph that well though.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added some dimensional stickers as embellishments.

Chicken Soup

There's nothing like a nice hot bowl of chicken soup to warm you up on a cold day!  And we have had a few of those lately even though it is meant to be springtime!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Food or Drink
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-332-food-or-drink-942016.html
PINspiraitonal Challenge - Photo Inspiration (liquid)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/pinspirational-challenge-173.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html

I have used a patterned paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I die-cut an embellishment using gold metallic paper and a Tattered Lace die.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers Y28, YR23, E51, Y06, BG23.  The die used to cut the image is from Spellbinders.

Cute Christmas Critter

I couldn't resist the chance to use some alliteration in the title!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/chnc-challenge-295-cute-or-anything.html
Cupcake Inspirations - Honey, White and Amethyst
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-372.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/AG-NO-100.html


I have used a white paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I matted with some pearlescent paper.  I also used some mesh ribbon and a sentiment I typed on the computer.

Pretty Kitty

Pretty kitty in lavender shades.  I just couldn't resist adding a bow to her hat though!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Glitter and Bow
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-329-glitter-and-bow-8142016.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furrything Goes
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-9.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-201.html

I have used a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added some Kindy Glitz to the bow on her dress.  I also used some lace from Sullivans, a polka dot bow and some glitter domes.

Paper Pieced Christmas Ornaments

I am pleased with how this turned out - first time I have managed to get the papers to line up when I have done paper piecing.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Colour Combo
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-375-4th-of-august-colour-combo.html
ABC Christmas - P is for Paper Piecing
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/p-is-for-paper-piecing.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Paper Piecing
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-328-paper-piecing-872016.html
CHNC - Anything Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/chnc-challenge-293-vintage-or-anything.html

I have used 3 papers from a digital paper set called Snowflakes by Lozzy.  I used the red and lavender ones for the paper piecing and then used the lavender one plus a yellow one in the background.  I matted the layers with some red cardstock.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps.  I also added a few white pearls.

Ornaments

Sadly, it is the final challenge at Chocolate Coffee and Cards Challenge.  It is a challenge that I have participated in most months and really enjoyed.   This month, I have contributed two cards to the challenge and thank those who have run this challenge for their wonderful inspiration each challenge.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Chocolate Coffee and Cards Challenge - Use a number
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2016/07/challenge-114-use-number-on-your-card.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Anything Goes
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2016/07/challenge-68-anything-goes.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Red Blue and Green with a sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/greetings-challenge-red-blue-and-green-gcc080116
Crafting with Friends - Anything Goes
http://crafting-with-friends.blogspot.co.nz/2016/07/challenge-26.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I highlighted the centres of the ornaments with some Kindy Glitz.  I also used some washi tape, an ornament embellishment and a sentiment which I typed out on my computer.

Midway point of the challenge at 12 Months of Christmas

Well we are halfway through the month of July - so halfway through the challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  Time for a midway card from me:

As a reminder, the sponsor for this month is Robyn's Fetish and the image that I have used is called Poinsettia Basket.

I have also used two papers from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  I matted with some red and green textured cardstock from American Crafts.  I also die-cut a poinsettia flower and leaf using a die set from Memory Box.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes
http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/07/1st-july-2016-classic-design-team-open.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/07/AG-NO-94.html

Merry Christmas Mouse

I created this earlier today but ran out of time before I went to work.  Had a meeting after work and am only just having dinner at 10.40pm! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/chnc-challenge-287-use-sentiment.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Tag It
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-194.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/AG-NO-92.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digitals and is coloured with copic markers and sparkled up with some Stickles.  I added a digital sentiment, a tag tied with bakers twine and embellished with a mini poinsettia embellishment.  I added some faux stitching around the image as well as matting it with some green cardstock.

Achieivement Challenge at The Path of Positivity

We are halfway through the current challenge at The Path of Positivity.  This month our theme is Achievement.  We are sponsored by Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and Kitten Scraps.

For my midway card, I have used an image from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps called Boy Writing and a paper from a paper pack by Kitten Scraps.

I have also used some mesh ribbon, some brown cardstock from Rosie's Studio for matting and some gold brads.  Colouring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes
http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/1st-june-2016-classic-design-team-open.html

Bringing home the Christmas tree

That brings back some memories - of carrying the christmas tree home.  It wasn't far to walk but it seemed like it at the time!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Cute
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/chnc-challenge-282-cute-or-anything.html
Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-279.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish and has been coloured with copic markers - with some Stickles on the snow.  The die used for the image is from Spellbinders.  I also added a Christmas tree embellishment and some washi tape.

Three Sunflowers

I have used my favourite colour on this card - love sunny yellow!  Makes me feel happy.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Birthday
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-363-12th-of-may-birthday-our.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Favourite Colours (yellow)
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-316-use-your-favorite-colors.html
Creative Craft Cottage - Three of a Kind
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-63-three-of-kind.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Spring
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/may-challenge-5-spring.html

I have used a yellow checked paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish and has been repeated three times.  The digital sentiment is from Bird's Cards.  I matted with some green cardstock and added some gold Liquid Pearls.

Scenic Card

I feel this would work well as a masculine card - makes a change from the ones I usually make!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/04/AG-NO-83.html
Where The Heart Is - One Layer Card
http://wheretheheartischallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-9.html
Brown Sugar - For The Boys
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/04/challenge-196-for-boys.html

I have used an image from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and coloured with copic markers.  I added Distress Ink in two colours for the sky and the grass.  I also die-cut a cloud using a Memory Box die and used this as a mask for the cloud.

Floral Recipe

A card with some floral paper and embellishments - following a recipe:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Recipe
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2016/01/challenge-345-7th-of-january-recipe.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Anything Goes
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/01/challenge-297-anything-goes-132016.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/01/challenge-180-anything-goes.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - January Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2016/01/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-january.html

I have used three papers from Trimgym for my card. My two embellishments are the flower and the black pearls from Rosie's Studio.  The ribbon is tied into a bow.  The image is from Robyn's Fetish Digital Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers to match the papers.  I matted with some black cardstock.