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/

Mad About Shoes by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge starts today.  It's Challenge #595 and the theme this week is:

A BIT OF A GIGGLE

This theme includes something humorous or fun.  I chose the latter because I have always found that buying shoes is definitely loads of fun.  When I was younger and working, my favourite type of shoe were stilettos.  I had them in all different colours imaginable.  And, let's not forget about sandals, sneakers, flats and boots.  I actually had a dedicated room for all my shoes.  

When I saw this image called Mad About Shoes by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps, I had to use it.  Here is my design team card:

I used Copic markers and FB Polychromos pencils to colour this fabulous image.  I remember seeing a sign many years ago in one of the shoe stores with the sentiment on this card so I decided to use it.

For more inspiration by the other design team members, see here.  And, while there, why not join the challenge?  There are always some lovely images up for grabs.

There is a group on Facebook called The Paper Shelter Fan Group where there is even more inspiration.  

Thanks so much for visiting.  Have a great day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Challenges Entered  

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/
https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/
https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
https://creativeartistemixedmedia.blogspot.com/
http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/ 

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

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/
https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/
http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

Little Mermaid by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  As you probably know, May is MerMay month.  It's no secret that I adore mermaids and so I am showcasing Conie Fong's newest image in her etsy shop called Little Mermaid.  What a cutie!  Here is my Design Team card:

I coloured her with Copic markers, and then I fussy cut her.  The lovely background paper is from Heartfelt Creations "Under the Sea" paper pad.

Conie has a new YouTube channel called Draw with Conie where she teaches you how to draw a simple mermaid, along with some other fabulous and simple images.  And, Conie has two Facebook groups.  One Facebook group is called Draw with Conie.  You can submit your drawings on that group.

Conie's second Facebook group is called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.  That groups has some amazing inspiration.

Thank you for visiting.  Stay well, and I hope to see you again soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Sentiment: Lili of the Valley clear stamp set
Corner:      Cheery Lynn "Lace Corner - Deco A" dies

Challenges Entered  

https://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/  I love using bold colours to colour and I also love

                                                                        bold patterned paper.

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativeartistemixedmedia.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

https://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

Pastry Chef by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Another week and another challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog (#593).  This week's theme is:

YUMMY DELIGHTS

I definitely have a sweet tooth!  I love all kinds of desserts and drinks.

I chose the adorable Pastry Chef image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my Design Team card.

Look at all those delicious treats!  Now I want to go out and buy something yummy.  LOL   I coloured this fabulous image with Copic markers.  

For more inspiration by the other design team members, see here.   If you join in the fun, there are always some  wonderful images up for grabs. 

That's all from me today.  I wish you a lovely day.  Until next time, Lori xx 

Resources and Tools Used  

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die

Challenges Entered  

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/  (My cards are nearly always fussy.  I don't enjoy making

                                                                        CAS cards because I don't like to see white space on

                                                                         my cards.  Just not my preference.)

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://giveacrafteracookie.blogspot.com/

http://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Mushroom Snail YouTube Video by Conie Fong

Greetings, friends!  My DT card today features an adorable image, Mushroom Snail, which you can learn to draw by following Conie Fong's wonderful step by step tutorial on Draw with Conie YouTube video.  There are also other very sweet images that you can learn to draw on her YouTube channel.  Check it out here.

Conie converted this image into JPEG format for the DT members to colour so you can see how versatile and darling this image is.  I used Copic markers to colour the image.  The flower is handmade and also coloured with Copics.

If you get a chance to draw this image, you can then post it on Conie's Facebook group called Draw with Conie.

Conie has a second Facebook group called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.  There you will find more fabulous inspiration by the other DT members as well as other crafters who love Conie Fong's beautiful images.

Thank you for visiting.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Sizzix "Dotted Rectanges" dies

Flower:       TLC Designs "Daisy Frame" dies

Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies

Clouds:       My Favorite Things clouds stencil

Challenges Entered  

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/2024/

http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/2024/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/ 

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/ 

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (Mushrooms grow naturally all over the world)

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/  ("Sophie's Snail" by Dick King-Smith) 

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

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

Kitty Acrobatics by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  A new challenge (#591) begins today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is:

NATIONAL HUG YOUR DOG DAY  (PETS) 

This theme includes any project that features a pet.  As you all probably know, I love kitties so I chose the darling Kitty Acrobatics image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my Design Team card.

I drew the background and coloured the image with my trusty Copic markers.  I also added some enamel dots at the top of the card.

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group where you will find some fabulous by both design teams and other crafters.

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

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:            Martha Stewart "Quilted" Around the Page punch
Sentiment:       Creative Expressions (Sue Wilson) "Hello Sunshine" die (top portion only)
Enamel does:  EK Success

Challenges Entered  

https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/  Kitty Cat Song by CoComelon nursery rhymes)

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/   (People all over the world own cats)

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

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

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/