Birthday Layout

 Hi friends!  My sons celebrated their birthday last month and I came across this photo of them a few weeks ago when they were young.  I remember that day as if it was yesterday.  How time flies!

I rarely make scrapbook layouts now but I couldn't resist making this one.  Such fun! The fireworks and the tiny candles border are from some old SVG files.  I applied Swarovski crystals in the centers.  The title is computer generated and is mounted over some different coloured mulberry papers.  

I would like to enter this layout in the National Scrapbook Day 2022 Giveaway on the Simon Says Stamp Blog.   Have a happy day.  Until next time, Lori xx

  

Fairy of the Cookies by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  Welcome to my DT post for this week's challenge (#509) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  Our challenge this week is to create a birthday card.  I chose the darling "Fairy of the Cookies" by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  I love fairies and I love cookies and so this was the perfect choice for my card.

The simple scene is drawn by me, and I used Copics and Polychromos to colour this adorable image.  I applied Wink of Stella (clear) to her wings for a lovely shimmer. The whisk is a clipart freebie which I found on the Internet.  I fussy cut it, added some floss and a couple of small flowers to it.  The flowers are handmade.

Remember to stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog for more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members.  And, while you are there, why not join in the fun?  There are some fabulous prizes to be won.

Thank you for stopping by and I hope to see you all again soon.  In the meantime, I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Sentiment:  That Craft Place Ltd (no longer in business)
Corners:      EK Success
Whisk:         Free clipart from the Internet
Flowers:      EK Success "Retro" punches (small and medium)

Challenges Entered 

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

https://mmmchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

http://sognandoscrap.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

Sending Joy by Your Next Stamp

 Hello dear friends!  I decided to make a second Christmas card for the Spring Into Christmas 2022 {BYSHC} Linky Party.  This time I used the super adorable Sending Joy image by Your Next Stamp. 

As always, I used Copics and Polychromos to colour this darling image.  I made a nearly identical card some time ago using a different image so I didn't have to worry about coming up with a new design.  There is still time to join in the fun.  See here:

Thank you so much for visiting.  I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:       Martha Steward "Skylands Snowflake" Around the Page punches

Sentiment:  Free clipart from the Internet

Ribbon is from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/  (I Love...Christmas)

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Mistletoe Fairy by Aurora Wings Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  I came across the Spring into Christmas 2022 {BYSHC} Linky Party this morning and decided to make a card.

I have a drawer full of printed images, some of which I coloured and some yet to be coloured.  I found this beautiful image by Aurora Wings called Mistletoe Fairy which I coloured some time ago.  I decided to use it to make a card.

Why not join in the fun?  It's never too early to start making Christmas cards, right?  I do love Christmas!

Thank you for visiting.  I always appreciate it.  Have a happy weekend.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:         Memory Box "Frosty Border" die

Frame:          Spellbinders "Fleur De Lis" die

Snowflakes:  EK Success punches

I used glittered paper for the border, mirror paper for the snowflakes and added swarovski crystals to the centers, and I sprinkled Frontage Embossing Powder by Stampendous for some added interest.  The ribbon and bell are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

http://loripodolsky.blogspot.com/2022/04/mistletoe-fairy-by-aurora-wings-digital.html

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://mytimetocraftchristmas.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

http://rabiscochallenge.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/ (I Love...)

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Gnome with Heart Balloon by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  Today is another very special day for me.  It is my younger son's birthday.  He is such an amazing young man.  I am so proud of him.  A week ago today, my older son celebrated his birthday.  That said, April is my favourite month of the year.  The card that I sent to him features "Gnome with Heart Balloon" by Conie Fong.  It is available in both PNG and JPG formats.  And, it comes with nine images.  Awesome!

This sweet cutie was coloured with Copics and Polychromos.  I drew the little scene for him.  Conie Fong has a monthly Facebook challenge.  There are some adorable images to be won, so why not join in the fun?  And, there is a giveaway there also which ends on April 30. Check here.

Thank you for taking the time to visit.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Sentiment:  Tutti Designs "Celebrate Word Set"  TUTTI-243

Corners:      EK Success

Paper:          Heartfelt Creations "Sugarplum Collection" paper pad

Challenges Entered

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/ 

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Peaceful Easter by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  It will soon be Easter and so I am sharing my Design Team card which showcases a gorgeous image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps called "Peaceful Easter".  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#507) begins today, and the theme is EASTER TIME.  Such a beautiful time of the year!

As always, I coloured this lovely image with my favourite mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  I wanted to create a restful environment for this cutie and her sweet bunny, so I drew the background.  I printed the flourish by PNG Wing on the top of the image and added some handmade flowers.

Remember to stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog for more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members.  And, while there, why not join in the fun?  There are some fabulous prizes to be won.

 

Thank you for taking the time to visit.  I wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Easter.  Stay safe and and take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Flowers:     EK Success "Retro" punches (medium and small); centers of flowers are EK Success

                       Sticko dimensional stickers

Flourish:     Freebie clipart from PNG Wing

Sentiment:  Computer generated and back with Spellbinders "Valiant Honor" dies

Challenges Entered

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

https://sweetstamperschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Alisaie Elf Maiden by Digi Doodle Studios

Hello dear friends!  It's my turn to post my Guest Designer card today.  This gorgeous image is "Alisaie Elf Maiden" by Digi Doodle Studios Digi Stamps.  There is a new challenge going on now on the Digi Doodle Studios Challenge Blog which started on April 1.  The theme is EASTER/SPRING.

I coloured this beautiful girl and the butterfly with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  I applied Wink of Stella (clear) to her wings and to the butterfly for a lovely shimmer.  I also applied Liquid Pearls (Buttercup) to the butterfly's body. 

Well, that's all for today.   Remember to check out the lovely creations by the Design Team members on the Digi Doodle Challenge Blog.  And, there's also a Facebook DDS Challenge.  Thank you so much for visiting.  Have a great day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:       Crafter's Companion "Blossoming Borders" dies

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered 

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

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

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/