Poinsettia Gnome by Conie Fong

 Hi friends!  I live in the northeastern part of New York and  you are probably aware that the northeastern areas of the U.S. had a severe winter storm yesterday.  We got 35 inches of snow!  My car is completely buried and it's 3 degrees (-16 degrees Celsius).  So cold!  

This is my DT card which I designed for Conie Fong's current Facebook challenge.  I used the delightful "Poinsettia Gnome" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/911455079/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_5&pro=1

This is the second card that I made with this darling image.  I coloured him with Copics and Polychromos.  The mistletoe is a free clipart image which I fussy cut and added 3-D foam to all the leaves.  I then added Stickles (Christmas Red) to the berries. 

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

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:      Marianne Creatables "Snowy Icicles" die LR0392

Mistletoe:  free clip art image from the Clip Art Library  http://clipart-library.com/clipart/55259.htm

Glittered paper (icicles), ribbon, and Stickles are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

https://craft-deebowz.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

                 

Winter Fairy by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  Christmas is fast approaching, and this year the celebrations will be so different for many of us.  

My DT card today features the gorgeous "Winter Fairy" image by Lemon Shortbread, found in Vera's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/482072615/digital-stamp-winter-fairy-digi-fantasy?ref=shop_home_active_113 

I created this card for the new challenge which commences today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog:

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/  

I drew a snowy background for her. I decided to apply white flocking powder to her hat and to the trim on her jacket.  I also added clear Wink of Stella to her wings. She's coloured with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  The poinsettia is hand made.

I hope you are either finished with your Christmas shopping or nearly done.  Thank you for stopping by, and I hope to see you again.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Icicles border:   Marianne Creatables LR0392 "Snowy Icicles" die
Pine branch:     Crafter's Companion "Seasoned Sprigs" die (Winter Wonderland Collection)
Poinsettia:        Whimsy Stamps "Build a Poinsettia" die
Sentiment:        Freebie by Bizzy Becs (coloured by me)

Challenges Entered

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/2020/

Jingle Bells Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello again and Happy December!  This is my second post today.  I am showcasing my DT inspiration using the super cute "Jingle Bells Girl" by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/743465425/digital-stamp-christmas-jingle-bells?ref=shop_home_active_20&pro=1 

She is so adorable!  I've coloured her with Copics and Polychromos.  I added Swarvovski crystals for some lovely sparkle and some bells. I also added white flocking powder on the trim of her dress, hat and boots. 

Today is the beginning of a new challenge over at the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  Why not join in the fun?

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

Thank you very much for visiting.  I always appreciate reading your comments.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:         Martha Stewart Around the Pages "Skylands Snowflake" punches
Corner:         Joy Crafts "Fleur-de-Lys" die 6002/0135
Sentiment:   Computer generated and raised with 3-D foam

Challenges Entered 

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/ (I made this card for my brother and his family)

Rani Rae Ragdoll Christmas Kitty by Digi Doodle Studios

 Hi peeps!  What an exciting day this is for me.  I am now a Guest Designer for Digi Doodle Studios.  That said, this is my very first inspirational card using the darling "Rani Rae Ragdoll Christmas Kitty" image, found here:

https://digidoodlestudios.com/collections/digital-stamps?page=2 

I wanted to make a little background for this sweet kitty so I drew the floor.  I coloured the image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. I added some Swarovski crystals for some sparkle. 

My GD card is for Digi Doodle Studios' Facebook group.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/digidoodlestudios

Thank you for visiting.  I hope to see you again.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:        Spellbinders "Classic Scalloped Circle" die
Ornament:  Memory Box "Snowflake Ornament" die and "Classic Ornament" die

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals and glittered paper are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/2020/11/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://www.inkypawschallenge.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/ (this card is for my older son who has 2 beautiful kitties)

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

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Poinsettia Gnome by Conie Fong

 Happy Thanksgiving to my American friends!  I decided to try my hand at the popular slimline cards. The darling image is Conie Fong's "Poinsettia Gnome" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/911455079/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_3&crt=1 

I didn't want to spend money on any slimline dies without knowing if I like making this type of card, so I decided to be creative.  I used Martha Stewart Around the Page "Skylands Snowflake" punches.  I cut an 8.5" x 4" piece of glittered cardstock and punched out 3 sides.  That's the only drawback for using these punches because cutting out 4 sides does not work for slimline cards.  But, if you don't mind that, then try it.

For the base of my card I used a 9" x 7 13/16" piece of cardstock and folded it in half.  I have quite a few of the MS Around the Page punches and they all work.  Nice tip, right?

I made my DT card for Conie Fong's current Facebook challenge:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/396730687168777/?multi_permalinks=1633029556872211 

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

Materials and Tools Used 

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

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/ 
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/2020/11/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
http://intaas.blogspot.com/
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Sunflower Pumpkin by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  Sharing my second DT card this month showcasing the beautiful "Sunflower Pumpkin" image by Conie Fong, found here in PNG format:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/858281888/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp?ref=shop_home_active_15 

and here in JPG format:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/858281888/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp?ref=shop_home_active_15

I used Copic Markers to colour the image, and I drew the grass.  For added sparkle I added Swarovski crystals.  They shine so brilliantly IRL.  The sentiment is raised with 3-D foam.

I made this inspirational card for Conie Fong's current Facebook challenge.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/396730687168777

Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:        Spellbinders Grand Nestabilities "Grand Label 4" die

Corners:      Fiskars punch

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/  (3 sunflowers and 3 pumpkins)

https://artimpressionsstamps.blogspot.com/search/label/Challenge

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/ (Tic Tac Toe - pumpkin, free, fall colours)

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://papercraft-challenges.blogspot.com/  (I drew the grass as my background)

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Fairy in Acorn by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

 Hey friends!  I have another autumn card to share, featuring the darling "Fairy in Acorn" image by Lemon Shortbread, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/627220374/digital-stamp-fairy-in-acorn-digi-autumn?ref=shop_home_active_55

I made this card for Lemon Shortbread's new challenge which starts today.  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

What a super sweet image!  I drew the oak leaves, fussy cut them and coloured them with Copic markers and Polychromos.  I added 3-D foam to the bottom of the leaves for dimension.  I decided to fussy cut the image as well, and I've coloured it with Copics and Polychromos.

Thank you for stopping by and hope to see you again soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Leaves:      Drawn by me, fussy cut and coloured

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Ribbon, twine, and the round dimensional stickers are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/ (TIC TAC TOE - Twine, Orange, Pattern Paper)

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/ (3 oak leaves)