Sally's Christmas Friends by Conie Fong

Hi dear friends!  I am sharing another Christmas card using the lovely Sally's Christmas Friends by Conie Fong.  I posted a card with this image a few days ago, but I used different colours on this card.  You can find this wonderful and versatile image in Conie's etsy shop here.  Here is my Design Team inspirational card:

I used Copic markers to colour this image.  I added some icicles at the top of the card and some snowflakes.  

There is more fabulous inspiration by the other DT members, and other crafters who love Conie Fong's images, on her Facebook groups called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.

Have a happy day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Icicle Border:  Marianne Creatables "Icicle Border" LR 0135 die
Snowflake:      Studio G punch

Sally's Christmas Friends by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  It's been a while since I last posted so I am now sharing my Design Team inspirational card for Conie Fong.  I used the beautiful Sally's Christmas Friends by Conie Fong.  Sometimes I  enjoy using non traditional Christmas colours.

I coloured this cute image with Copic markers and used some  mustard glitter paper around the frame along with some pink.  I also added some ribbon.  The sentiment is computer generated, and the corners are by EK Success.  

If you would like to see more wonderful inspiration by the othe DT members, and other crafters as well, please see Conie's Facebook group called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.

That's all from me today.  Have a lovely day.  Lori xx

Otter Couple Anniversary Card

Greetings friends!  I made this sweet anniversary card for my niece and nephew whose anniversary is next week.  Sometimes I enjoy making a card without colouring the image, so I found this super cute image on etsy by SVG Vector Store.  You can find this clipart here.

That's all from me today.  Take care, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Clipart image:  SVG Vector Store
Frame:             Joy Crafts "Deco Rectangle" dies

Twinkle Emily by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  It's hard to believe that June is almost gone, right?  I am sharing my latest Design Team card which showcases a sweet image called Twinkle Emily by Conie Fong.  You can find her in Conie's etsy shop here.  You get five PNG images with this bundle (Emily facing right and left with hat, Emily facing right and left without hat, and one sentiment).  

I used Copic markers to colour her, and I drew a little step stool for her.  I also stamped the stars around her, and added some pearls at the top of the frame.  

If you wish to see more fabulous inspiration by the other DT members, and other crafters, please visit Conie's Facebook group called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.

Stay well, and I wish you a lovely day.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:        EK Success "Round Binding Edge punch
Sentiment:   Tutti Designs "Celebrate Word Set" dies TUTTI-243
Stars:           Lavinia Stamps "Stars1" miniature stamp

So Pretty!! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#629) begins today.  This week's theme is:

ALTER IT 

(Alter your image in some way) 

My Design Team card showcases the fabulous So Pretty!! image by TPS.  I cropped the image so that the lower portion of her legs are not seen.  

I coloured her with Copic markers, and I added a handmade flower, also coloured with Copic markers.  I used some 3-D foam under the petals of the flower for added dimension.

I created a card once before using the entire image.  See below.

For more inspiration by the other DT members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  If you join our challenge, you may win some adorable images.

That's all from me for this post.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:       Martha Stewart "Botanical Scallop" punch

Flower:       EK Success "Retro" flower punch 

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Ella Fleur by Conie Fong

 Hello friends!  Welcome to my post today.  I have made a z fold card showcasing the lovely Ella Fleur image by Conie Fong.  Here is my Design Team card:

Here is side view of my card: 

And a view of the card when it is flat:

I coloured her with Copic markers.  The flowers are handmade and are raised with 3-D foam for dimension.  They are also coloured with Copic markers.

There is more fabulous inspiration by the other Design Team members and other crafters who enjoy colouring Conie gorgeous images. Conie's Facebook group is called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.  

That's all from me for today's post.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Borders:      Martha Stewart "Deco Fan" Around the Page punches
Flowers:      Heartfelt Creations "Classic Rose" dies
Sentiment:   Computer generated

Dutch Pure Love by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello there, dear friends!  Welcome to my Design Team post for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  The theme this week is:

ADD A HEART

I used the endearing Dutch Pure Love image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  

I colored this sweet image with Copic markers.  I added some handmade flowers and raised them with 3-D foam for added dimension.

If you would like to see more amazing inspiration by the other DT members, please see here.  And, if you have some time, why not join our challenge?  There are some fabulous images to be won.

The Paper Shelter also has a group on Facebook called The Paper Shelter Fan Club.

I wish you a lovely day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Heart die:   Cannot remember

Corner:       Cheery Lynn "Lace Corner" Deco B (B162) dies

Flowers:     Creative Expressions "Striped Nosturtiums" (Sue Wilson) dies and

                          EK Success "Retro" punch (small)

Ribbon:       From my stash

                        

Tuxedo Always Works by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends!  I hope you all had a wonderful holiday.  The Design Team members have been on their holiday break but now Team A is back for The Paper Shelter's first challenge (#621) of 2025.  

The theme for this week is:

A WINTERY PROJECT or

SHADES OF BLUE

I decided to go with the Shades of Blue theme for my card.  I chose the fabulous Tuxedo Always Works by TPS digital stamps.  I used this image once before but with different colours.  Here is my DT card:

I used Copic markers to colour this awesome image.  The flower is handmade, and is raised with 3-D foam.  I used a slimline die and sized it so that it would fit onto my A-6 card.

If you would like to see more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  And, while there, why not join our challenge.  There are some lovely images to be won.

TPS also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group. where you will find inspiration by both Design Teams, and other crafters as well.

That's all from me for this post.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Slimline die:   Gina Marie "Scalloped Stitched" slimline die

Sentiment:      Computer generated

Flower:           Spellbinders "Floral Oval" die S5-378

Leaves:           Memory Box "Layered Periwinkle" die

Ribbon:           From my stash

Poinsettia Sprite by Aurora Wings

Greetings friends!  I made this project a number of years ago but never posted it.  I decided to try my hand at a book folding candle.  

I coloured the adorable "Poinsettia Sprite" digital image by Aurora Wings with Copic markers.  Then, I proceeded to fussy cut her.  Unfortunately, she is no longer available. 

I found a video on how to make a book folding candle. See here.  This was somewhat tedious but well worth it. Once I finished the candle and hot glued the ends together, I glued it onto a flat lid.  I glued the little sprite onto the front of the candle, and decorated it.  I placed a tee light candle at the top.  And voila...a book fold candle!

I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy holiday and a wonderful new year.  Hugs, Lori xx

Christmas Lilly by Moondrea Designs

Hello friends!  I decided to join the monthly Moondrea Designs progressive challenge this month on Facebook.  This gorgeous image is Christmas Lilly by Moondrea Designs.  The challenge will run from December 1 through December 31.

I coloured this beauty with Copic markers.  The sentiment is computer generated and is backed with QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die. I added some sparkle on the candle's flame.  Here is my card:

That's all from me for this post.  Take good care of yourselves.  Until next time, Lori xx

Cupcake Birthday by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  This week's new challenge (#617) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog starts today.  The theme is:

THE LITTLE ONES 

For my card, I chose the adorable Birthday Cupcake by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Cute, isn't she?  I coloured the image with Copic markers.  Here is my Design Team card:

There is more inspiration for you to see on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog by the other Design Team members.  See here.  Furthermore, TPS has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  

And, if you join our challenge, you might win some marvelous prizes.

I wish you a lovely day.  Thanks for visiting.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:       Martha Stewart "Gifts" punch
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/p/wednesday-sketch.html

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

Retro Space Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends.  I would like to preface this post by saying that, in case you haven't heard, our beloved co-owner of The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps, Veronica, tragically passed away on September 25, 2024.  Please see more details about this here.  We are so saddened by this news. 

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Another new challenge (#615) is starting today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is:  

SQUARES/CIRCLES

I made a card with this image some time ago using masculine colours.  I decided to make another card with this image called Retro Space Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps using feminine colours.  I love this adorable image.  Here is my Design Team card:

This little cutie is coloured with Copic markers.  I added some enamel dots on the left side of the circle.

For more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  While there, why not join our challenge?  There are some wonderful images up for grabs.  Check this out:

The Paper Paper Shelter also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Club where you will find even more inspiration.

That's all from me.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Frame:       Spellbinders "Standard Circles Large" dies
Corners:     EK Success
Sentiment:  The word "BLAST" is a free clipart word and I added the text
Clouds:       My Favorite Things cloud stencil 

Challenges Entered  

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/ 

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

Balloon House YouTube video by Conie Fong

Greetings friends!  Today's post features an adorable image by Conie Fong called Balloon House.  Conie has a YouTube channel where she teaches you how to draw this balloon house, along with some other super cute images.  Please see here.

Conie converted this image to JPG format for the Design Team members so that you can see how truly awesome and versatile this image is.  I coloured the image with Copic markers.  This is the second card that I made with this image.  On the first card, the balloons were opaque.  This time, I made the balloons transparent.  Here is my Design Team card:  

I coloured the image with Copic markers, as usual.  Remember to check out Conie's YouTube videos here.  And, if you like these videos, please subscribe and leave a comment.  

Conie has a Facebook group called Draw with Conie.  If you draw any of Conie's images, you can post them there.

Thank you for stopping by.  I hope to see you soon.  Take care, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:  Spellbinders "Essential Arches" dies

Challenges Entered  

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://die-cut-divas.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://theoutlawzchallenges-tuesday.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://starstampz.blogspot.com/

  

Cupcake Birthday by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends!  The design team members for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog (Team A and Team B) will be on summer break after this challenge and will be back on August 28, 2024.  

Both teams will participate in this four week challenge, and there will be no commenting for those who enter this challenge so that the design team members can enjoy a much deserved break. The theme is

ANYTHING GOES

My card features an adorable image called Cupcake Birthday by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.

As always, the image is coloured with Copic markers.  The sentiment is part of a sticker sheet by K and Company which I've had for well over one decade. 

If you have time, why not join our challenge?  There are some awesome images to be won.

 

That's all from me today.  I wish you all a lovely summer.  Hugs, Lori xx

Si Belle! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi there, friends!  Today is Wednesday and so that means a brand new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog (#605).  This week's theme is:

HOLIDAY TIME

(Christmas, Easter or any vacation activity)

I have always wanted to visit Paris but have not to date.  In fact, I even have some cousins there.  Perhaps one day.  I can dream, right? I chose the lovely Si Belle! image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps because her cute outfit reminded me of Paris, and the image also reminded me of how romantic Paris is.  Here is my Design Team slimline card.

I coloured that sweet image with my Copic markers, and I drew a very simple background. I added some gems to the foliage. 

You can find more fabulous inspiration by the other Design Team members here.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  There are always some beautiful images to be won.

The Paper Shelter also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  Check it out here.

That's all from me today.  Take care and have a wonderful day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Rose:          Creative Expressions "Wild Rose Cluster" stamp cut dies (Sue (Wilson)
Foliage:      Old SVG file
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Birthday Cupcake by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello dear friends, and welcome to my post.  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#599) begins today.  This week's theme is:

CHOCOLATE

(include an image with chocolate or use shades of brown)

For my card, I chose Birthday Cupcake by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Here is my Design Team card.

I coloured this adorable image with Copic markers, and I added some glitter on the flame of the candle.  

For more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  And, while there, how about joining our challenge?  Up for grabs are some fabulous images. Check out the new prize details as of this month: 

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group which has even more wonderful inspiration.

Thanks for visiting.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs xx

The Saxophonist by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi friends and welcome to my post.  It's time for a new challenge (#597) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This time, the theme is:

SING A NEW SONG (or a musical instrument) 

This theme also includes instruments, and so I chose a fabulous image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps called The Saxophonist.  Here is my DT slimline card:

I coloured this awesome image with Copic markers.  I added three Swarvoski crystals to the G clef.  I bought the G clef die on ebay.  The sentiment is computer generated.

There is more amazing inspiration by the other design team members here.  If you have some time, why not join our challenge?  See here.  Up for grabs are some lovely images.

There is a Facebook group that you can visit called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  That group has more wonderful inspiration.

That's all from me today.  Have a wonderful day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Challenges Entered  

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://creativeartistemixedmedia.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://rabiscochallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Wait for You by Ching-Chou Kuik

Greetings friends!  I love creating mermaid cards.  Since it's MerMay, I decided to use this gorgeous greyscale image called Wait for You by Ching-Chou Kuik.  In fact, I had printed out two copies a while ago. I coloured both of them but I never made a card with the second one until now.  This image is simply magical.

I coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  

That's all from me for today.  Thanks for visiting.  I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Border:           Martha Stewart "Modern Garland" Around the Page punch
Flourishes:     Tattered Lace "Delightful Flourishes" dies 
Sentiment:      Computer generated 

Enamel dots:  EK Success

Challenges Entered  

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/  (Under the Sea, Voyage of the Little Mermaid, Disney)

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://rabiscochallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Pearl Tidepool and Seamoor by Sweet November Stamps

Greetings friends, and happy Monday!  Since this month is MerMay, Sweet November Stamps is celebrating this occasion by having a SNS May Challenge on Facebook.  All entries must use a Sweet November image (digital or clear).  SNS has so many gorgeous mermaid images.  I chose the beautiful Pearl Tidepool and Seamoor digital image (I did not use the little Seamoor image).

I coloured her with Copic markers and added the handmade flowers.  I inked the wave border and added a row of tiny crystal gems at the bottom of the border.

If you want to join this challenge, see here:

That's all from me today.  Thank you for visiting.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Waves border:  Joy Crafts "Under the Sea - Edge Waves Border"  6002/0330
Sentiment:        Computer generated
Flowers:            Memory Box "Layers Periwinkle" dies
Gems:               The Paper Studio

Challenges Entered  

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativeartistemixedmedia.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://traumfabrik-challenge.blogspot.com/  (I used the medium flower and the small flower twice)

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/ (Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid, Disney)

http://pathofpositivitychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/  (Sandylion designer paper - Disney's Little Mermaid

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

Gnome Couple Bundle by Conie Fong - Card 3

Hello friends!  I hope you had a nice weekend.  My DT card today is made with Conie Fong's super cute Gnome Couple Bundle.  This bundle comes with the couple, the boy gnome, and the girl gnome.  This is the third card that I have made with this sweet couple.  

You can learn to draw how to draw the boy gnome by following Conie Fong's fabulous YouTube videos.  There are also a number of other simple images that you can learn to draw by following Conie's step by step videos.  

In addition to her YouTube videos, Conie has two Facebook Groups called Conie Fong Art & Design Group and Draw with Conie.

I coloured the image with Copic markers.  The pretty background paper is by Heartfelt Creations (Window Scenes Collection paper pad).

Thank you for stopping by.  Have a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Love Nicole "Wavy Squares" dies
Sentiment:  Computer generated and raised with 3-D foam
Paper:         Heartfelt Creations Window Scenes Collection paper pad

Challenges Entered  

https://worldwidecrafterscoloristschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://theoutlawzchallenges-monday.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/