Happy Spring

 The May challenge at Incy Wincy Designs is under way.  The themes for this month are Spring and/or Animals.

When I think of spring I think of daffodils bearing the first buds of the season.  For me, Spring is still a number of months away but it is nice to create a spring card when the cooler winter temperatures are just starting to hit.

I have used a digital paper from Pixel Scrapper.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and the sentiment is from Anji's Antics.  Colouring is with copic markers and inking with Distress Ink.  I also added a spring themed ribbon and some gems.

I would like to enter:

The Paper Funday - Paper Shoppe
http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/2024/05/may-2024-challenge-65-anything-goes.html

Sparkles Monthly Challenge - May Flowers
https://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.com/2024/04/april-showers-bring-may-flowers.html

 

Thank You So Much

 I have so much twine so when I saw the challenge at The Outlawz Crash Your Stash, I just had to join in.  Then I spent all mine trying to decide what to do and only just got my card in before it closed!

I would like to enter:

The Outlawz Crash Your Stash - Twine
https://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/crash-your-stash/forum/topics/may-june-crash-your-stash-twine

I have used a digital paper from Create with TLC.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and the sentiment is from Create with TLC.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

Snuggle Snowman

This one is a really cute image!

 

 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Colour Palette
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/12/challenge-392-1st-of-december-colour.html

I have used a digital paper from Trimgym.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also used some gold edged Christmas ribbon and a glitter snowflake embellishment.  Matting is textured cardstock from American Crafts.

Spring Daffodil

I love it when you see the daffodils start flowering - a hint of warmer temperatures to come!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Creative Sketchy Girls - Sketch
http://creativesketchygirls.blogspot.co.nz/2016/10/challenge-5.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/11/challenge-224-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper and border from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The circle and rectangle pieces are offcuts from other cards - I think the polka dot one may be Rosie's Studio and the other one may be Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added some faux stitching using Distress Marker - Mustard Seed.

Snow White

No - not as in the fairy tale!  It is past my bedtime and the titles of the posts are whatever first pops into my head!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CHNC - Use a sentiment
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/chnc-challenge-300-use-sentiment.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Monochromatic
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/september-challenge.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Use an embossing folder
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-335-use-embossing-folder.html

I went all white with a white embossed background.  I added a white doily and then the image from The Stamping Boutique which I partially coloured with Kindy Glitz.  I added a digital sentiment with some white satin ribbon threaded through.

Natalie

I should have gone to bed about 20 minutes ago - but I am going to upload the two cards that I created earlier today before I do!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/09/challenge-381-15th-of-september.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by MME.  The image is from The stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I matted with some red cardstock and also added some blue ribbon across the card.

Snowman

A non-traditional colour scheme of eggplant, petal and jade:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Cupcake Inspirations - Eggplant, Petal and Jade
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/challenge-370.html
CHNC - Anyhing Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/chnc-challenge-293-vintage-or-anything.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Bright Colours
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.nz/2016/08/august-challenge.html

I created the background using Distress Ink - Spun Sand and a stencil from Montarga Stamps.  I added some pink organza ribbon over the top.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added three tiny pearls and a "25" button.

Sewing

Another sewing themed card - for  my daughter or one of her friends.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Chocolate Coffee and Cards Challenge - Use a die
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-111-use-die-cut.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/06/challenge-193.html


I have used a sewing themed paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers.  I added some Stickles to the dress on the mannequin.  I die-cut some sewing embellishments using Memory Box dies and some metallic cardstock.  I also used the same cardstock for matting the image.

Snowman and his helpful friend

Isn't it nice that the snowman has got a little friend to help him shovel the snow.  Not sure how much help he'd be though with that tiny shovel!

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
Glitter n Sparkle - Anything Goes
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-189.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  I added some red glitter ribbon and some sparkly snowflakes.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and has been coloured with copic markers.  I also added some Stickles to the snow.  The die used for the image is from Spellbinders.

Midway at 12 Months of Christmas

We are midway through the month of May - so midway through the current challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  This month, we are sponsored by:

I have used an image from Glitterbabe called Bethlehem which you can find in The Stamping Boutique store.

I have also used three papers from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles - one for the background, one for the matting and lower layer of the poinsettia and then another one for the top layer of the poinsettia.  The die I used for the poinsettia is from Marianne's Designs.  I added some Liquid Pearls to the centres of the poinsettias.

Red and Green cat

I used a digital paper for this card - and thought initially it was more caramel/brown in colour.  When I printed it out and found it was red, I decided to go with a traditional christmas colour scheme!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Paper Piecing
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/challenge-362-5th-of-may-technique.html
Show Us Your Pussies - Furry Friends
http://showusyourpussies.blogspot.co.nz/2016/05/show-us-your-pussies-cats-challenges-6.html

I have used two papers from Trimgym for the card and for the paper piecing.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique.  I also used some green cardstock for matting, some gold Peel Off sticker and die-cut some cats using Poppy Stamp dies.

Wistful Fairy

I really enjoyed glamming up this image!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals - Ribbons and/or Flourishes (ribbons)
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2015/10/challenge-42-ribbons-andor-flourishes.html
The Outlawz Wednesday Challenge - Sketch
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/wednesday-sketch/forum/topics/wednesday-sketch-challenge-october-21


I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft which I glammed up a bit by adding Stickles to the flowers.  I added some patterned ribbon across the centre and some ric-rac ribbon top and bottom.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and is coloured with copic markers.  I added Stickles to the wings.

Resilience Midway

It is time for the midway post at Path of Positivity.  This month our focus is on Resilience.  Our lovely sponsors are Ike's Art and The Stamping Boutique.


I have used an image from The Stamping Boutique called Daffodil.

I have used a daffodil themed paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The sentiment is from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  I coloured with copic markers.

Snowfriends::

We are midway through August and therefore midway through the current challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  This month our theme is Snow People.  Although the theme is optional, the winners of the sponsor's prize are chosen from those who have followed the theme.  Those participants who submit two projects this month will earn themselves a Christmas paper.

This month our sponsor is The Stamping Boutique.

I worked with the lovely image called Snowfriends:

I also used two papers from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles - both are from the pack shown in this month's challenge posts.  I used a Spellbinders Label to die-cut the image and coloured the image with copic markers.  I die-cut a snowflake using another Spellbinders die and then embellished the snowflake and the card with pearls.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Snowflakes
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/august-challenge-snowflakes.html

Floral

I've combined a few challenges here as I was having a bit of a creativity block!  I decided to just pick a few challenges and make them work together.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Corrosive Challenge - Floral Fantasy
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2015/04/challenge-222-floral-fantasy.html
Digi Sketch Challenge - Sketch + Flowers
http://digisketchchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2015/04/f-is-for-flowers.html
The Outlawz Tuesday Challenge - Tic Tac Toe (top line)
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/tuesday-color/forum/topics/colour-challenge-21st-april-2015

The background paper is one from a paper pad by Teresa Collins.  I added some yellow lace from Sullivans across the paper.  Then I varied the sketch a little!  I cut the image from The Stamping Boutique into a larger square and then I overlapped the piece on the side rather than overlapping the image over it.  I added some rose shaped buttons as embellishments.

Baby Blue

Reminds me of an old song!  I decided to go non-traditional with this one and use blue for a girl!  My girl couldn't wear pastels when she was little (can't now either!) so she tended to be in brighter colours.  So, I don't necessarily think pastel pink for a girl!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Something with B (bottle, blanky, bear, blue, bow)
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-105.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/AG-ch-2-dr-digi.html


I have used a paper from Webster's Pages for the background.  I added some blue lace from Sullivans and a bow using satin ribbon from Semco.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique.  I added some Distress Ink - Tumbled Glass around the image and coloured the image itself with copic markers.  I also coloured some bling with copic marker B29 and added these to the card.

Path Of Positivity - Challenge #17: Possibilities

It is the first Monday in the month - so that means it is time for the August challenge at Path Of Positivity.  This month the theme is Possibilities.  To see the inspiration from the other DT members and to find out the details of the challenge, head over to Path Of Positivity Challenge blog.

Here is my inspiration piece:

I was particularly drawn to the quote by Thomas Merton that I have used here.  I feel we all need to recognize the possibilities as well as the challenges offered to us.  I know it is something that I need to remind myself of often.

I have used an image from The Stamping Boutique called Escape The Tower.  I coloured the image using copic markers and then added some Stickles to her wings. 

Thinking Of You

Lately I always seem to need far too many of these cards.  I just found out this week that my Mum's best friend has inoperable cancer.  This lady has been a sort of Aunty to me.

I am entering my card into the following challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Use Some Blue
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/challenge-77.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Anything Goes)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/pinspirational-challenge-100.html

I have used a background paper from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added a sentiment from Sans Designs and matted with some dark navy cardstock.  The finishing touch is some white pearls in two different sizes.

Funky Colours

Some bright funky colours - reflective of the bright sunny days we are still having even though it is now officially autumn.

I am entering this card into the following challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Bright Funky Colours
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/02/challenge-73.html
Robyn's Fetish - Fairies, etc.
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/challenge-200-fairies-elves-sprites-or.html

I have used a bright paper from DCWV.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and the sentiment from Netty's Cards.  Colouring is with copic markers.

Chalked Fairy

Years ago I did some calligraphy courses and worked a bit with chalk sticks.  I hadn't pulled them out a lot since.  Seeing a challenge that involved using chalk, I decided it was time they saw the light of day!

I am entering the following challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday 2 - Sketch #2
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/01/sweet-sketch-wednesday-2-and-stamping.html
Brown Sugar - Use chalk
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/01/challenge-76-use-chalk.html
Penny's Paper - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/01/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-159.html


I have used paper from a scrapbooking paper pack that I have had for some years.  I also used some cardstock that I have had for hours.  The image is from The Stamping Boutique and has been die-cut using a circle die from Spellbinders and then chalked round the edge with gold chalk.  The image is coloured with a combination of copic markers and Stickles - Gold.  The matting is glitter cardstock from DCWV die-cut with a scallop circle die from Spellbinders.  The addition of three pearls finishes the card.

Here is the sketch that I used: