Sunday, December 22, 2019

Cardinal Sprite by Aurora Wings

Hi friends!  Today, I am sharing a shaped Christmas card made with the darling "Cardinal Sprite" by Aurora Wings found here:
I am entering it in Aurora Wings' Facebook challenge.


I cut the snowflakes twice and slightly offset the white glittered ones on top of the red ones for some dimension.  Then, I added Swarovski crystals to the center of the snowflakes for some lovely sparkle.

I applied clear Wink of Stella to the handmade poinsettia for some shimmer.  Enjoy your day, and I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Die behind image:  Joy Crafts "Noor! Design Frame" die 6002/0147
Snowflakes:  Memory Box "Batavia Snowflake" die
Poinsettia:     Heartfelt Creations "Sparkling Poinsettia" stamp and die set
Foliage:         SVG file

Beads, berries, glittered paper, Wink of Stella and Swarovski crystals are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
Your Next Stamp Challenge Blog
http://yournextstamp.com/blog/
Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Gals Challenge Blog
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
Di's Digi Challenge
http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/
Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/



Saturday, December 21, 2019

Kimono Kayuki by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  I made a card a week ago with this darling image ("Kimono Kayuki").  I love it so much that I decided to make another card with it for Conie's Facebook challenge (theme:  "Use Glitter or Sparkle on Your Creation").   This time, I coloured her kimono purple.  I used glitter paper for the frame, the left edge of the patterned paper and the sentiment.  I also added a Swarovski crystal for more sparkle, and glittery floss.  You can find her here:



I made the 3-D fan with Spellbinders "Classic Scalloped Circles" die, and stamped some flowers on it.  As always, I have coloured her with a combination of Copics and Polychromos pencils.   Enjoy your weekend, and I also wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Materials and Tools Used  

Border:  Joy Crafts "Frame and Three Corners" die 6002/0356
Fan:       Spellbinders "Classic Scalloped Circles" die (small)
Stamped flowers: Kanban Crafts stamp

Embroidery floss, Swarovski crystals and glitter paper are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog






Monday, December 16, 2019

Rainbow Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi everybody!  I hope you all had a lovely weekend.  This is my last DT card for this month which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Happy Christmas/Happy Birthday".  I love mermaids and so I chose the gorgeous "Rainbow Mermaid", found here:

 I love to make shaped cards so I thought that this free seashell clipart would compliment that beautiful image perfectly.  I have coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  I fussy cut the cute little fish (which was a challenge - LOL!) 

Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge.  If you enter one of her challenges, or both, you may win some beautiful images.  Why not join in the fun?

That's all from me today.  Enjoy your day!  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Seashell base:         Free clipart from internet
Die behind image:  Joy Crafts "Frame and Three Corners" die  6002/0356
Border:                    Memory Box "Big Splash Border" die
Sentiment:               QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies
Fish:                         Heartfelt Creations "Under the Sea" stamp

Swarovski crystals, seashells and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
Your Next Stamp Challenge Blog
http://yournextstamp.com/blog/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Stamping Sensations Challenge Blog
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Friday, December 13, 2019

Kimono Kayuki by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  I am back today to share my 2nd DT inspirational card  made for Conie Fong's monthly Facebook challenge.
  The theme is "Use Glitter or Sparkle on Your Creation".  Anyone who knows me can tell you how much I love glitter and sparkle.

This darling image is "Kimono Kayuki", found here:


I used glittered cardstock for the one of the frames, behind the sentiment and for the photo corners.  The border at the top is sparkly, as is the gold embroidery floss on the lantern.  To make the lantern, I copied the patterned paper and enlarged one of the lanterns, fussy cut it and added 3-D foam squares for dimension.  I also added a lovely Swarovski crystal at the top of the lantern for added sparkle. 
Enjoy your weekend!  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Photo corners:   Fiskars punch
Border:  Glitter on a Roll (purchased at Michael's Arts and Crafts)

Swarovski crystal and embroidery floss are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
Polkadoodles Craft Challenge Blog
Crafty Creations Challenge Blog
A Perfect Time to Craft Challenge Blog

Thursday, December 12, 2019

Purple Dragonfly by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning, friends!  Today, I am showcasing my DT inspirational card with the beautiful "Purple Dragonfly" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here:
I made this card for Ching-Chou's Facebook challenge where, if you enter, you may win some wonderful prizes.  The theme is "Happy Christmas/Happy Birthday".
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/


Here is a side view:

She is coloured with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos pencils).  I love sparkle so I applied clear Wink of Stella to all the dragonflies' wings.  I wanted to add some dragonflies to my card so I printed out the image twice.  I fussy cut, and coloured, the two dragonflies above the image. The flower is handmade.  That's it for today.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Base:     Marianne Creatables "Fancy Edge with Lattice" die LR0202
Flower:  Cricut "Plantin" cartridge

Floss, pearl flourish, Swarovski crystal and pearls are from my stash. The sentiment is computer generated.

Challenges Entered

Your Next Stamp Challenge Blog


Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Rose in Storm by Ching Chou Kuik

Hi all!  I hope you all had a happy Thanksgiving.  Is it really December already? I made this card, as a DT member, for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge (theme:  Happy Christmas/Happy Birthday).  
She also has a blog challenge.  
If you enter both, or one, you may win some of her beautiful images.  Why not join in the fun?

I chose this beautiful image which you can find here:
I coloured it mostly with Copics and the some areas with Polychromos pencils.  The rose and the pinwheel bow are handmade.  I wish you a lovely week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:     Crafter's Companion Die'sire "Swirl Easel" dies
Flowers:   Cricut "Plantin" cartridge (rose) and Heartfelt Creations "Berry Blossoms" stamp
Foliage:    Spellbinders "Romantic Vines" die
Embossing Folder:  Sizzix "Dots"

Ribbon, bead and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenges Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
Classic Design Team Challenge Blog
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/




Thursday, November 21, 2019

Serenity by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  I hope you are having a nice day.  This is my second card which I made, as a Design Team member for Conie Fong, for her monthly Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Always Anything Goes" with an option of "Anything but a Square".  That said, I chose the latter.  My shaped card:


This lovely image is Conie's "Serenity", found here:
I used Copics to colour this beautiful image and Polychromos pencils to shade the tiny areas of the flowers.  I added tiny pearls to the butterflies and Wink of Stella (clear) to their wings.  Also, I fussy cut the ends of her hair.   If you join in the fun, you may win some wonderful prizes from Conie's etsy shop and a Guest Designer position.  How awesome is that?
https://www.facebook.com/groups/396730687168777/

Materials and Tools Used

Border at the top of the image:  Spellbinders "Victorian Bow Corner" die (Die D'Lites)
Butterflies:  Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die (Sue Wilson)
Sentiment:   Family Treasures "Scalloped Square" punch (small)

Challenges Entered 

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog

Monday, November 18, 2019

Merry Season by Ching-Chou Kuik

Happy Monday, peeps!  I am sharing my 3rd card, as a Design Team member for Ching-Chou Kuik, which I made for her monthly Facebook challenge.  She also has a challenge blog.
November's theme is "Remembrance/Thanksgiving/Thinking of You" but the DT members' theme for this week is "Christmas".  I used the stunning "Merry Season" image, found here:


How gorgeous she is!  I've coloured her mostly with Copic markers and a tiny bit with Polychromos pencils.  The white snowflakes are superimposed with the red ones for depth.  I added clear Swarovski crystals to the snowflakes so the card is nice and sparkly.  I made the pinwheel bow and added tiny bells on top.  I wish you a wonderful week.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:          Martha Stewart "Snowflake" border punch
Snowflakes:  EK Success punches and The Paper Studio (small snowflakes)
Die cut behind the image:  Spellbinders "Marcheline Plume" die

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals and bells are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenges Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Dream Valley Challenges Blog
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
Fabrika Fantasy Challenge Blog
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.com/2019/11/challenge-36-wintertime.html

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Braids in My Hair by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  It has been so cold here.  At 6:00 a.m. today, the temperature was only 4 degrees!  Too cold for my liking, for sure!

I am sharing my first DT card this month which I made for Conie Fong's current Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Always Anything Goes" with an option of  "Anything But a Square".    This gorgeous image is "Braids in My Hair, found here:

This is my round shaped card:


As always, I've coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  My flowers are all handmade, as is the pinwheel bow.  I applied Swarovski crystals on the bodies of the butterflies.  Be sure to check Conie's Facebook challenge here:
There are some lovely prizes to be won, and a chance to be chosen for a Guest Designer Team position.  Have a wonderful day!  xx


Materials and Tools Used 

Base over the white cardstock:  Crafter's Companion "Spring Garden" die
Flowers:  Heartfelt Creations "Oakberry Lane Blossoms" stamp and EK Success "Gardenia" punch
Butterflies:  Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die (Sue Wilson)

Ribbon, pearls, Swarovski crystals are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Crafty Creations Challenges Blog
http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/
Crafts Galore Encore Challenge Blog
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/
Creative Craft Cottage Challenge Blog
https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/
Gem of a Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/



Monday, November 11, 2019

Enter the Woods by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi!  Welcome to my post today.  This is my 2nd DT inspirational card for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge.  She also has a blog challenge.  If you enter either one, you may win some gorgeous images from Ching-Chou.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/
The theme is "Rememberance (Thanksgiving, Thinking of You)" but the Design Team members' week 2 challenge is "Purplelicious".  I used the beautiful "Enter the Woods" image, found here:


She is coloured with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  I printed the image twice in two different sizes and I fussy cut the butterflies.  Then, I applied fine glitter to all three butterflies. The glitter looks so much better IRL. So sparkly!   
That's all from me today.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:  Martha Stewart "Swirling Lace" Around the Page punch

Ribbon, pearls, beads and glitter are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
Crafty Catz Challenge Blog
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
Dream Valley Challenges Blog
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
Simon Says Stamp Challenge Blog - Monday
https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Creations Challenges Blog
http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

Monday, November 4, 2019

Green Dragonfly by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends!  Welcome to my first post of this month.  I am showcasing the lovely "Green Dragonfly" image by Ching-Chou Kuik.  You can find it here:
I made this card, as a Design Team member, for her brand new monthly Facebook challenge.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/  
The theme is "Remembrance/Thanksgiving, Thinking of You".
If you enter, you may win some gorgeous images from her.


I have always loved dragonflies and butterflies.  They are so pretty.  As always, I used Copics and Polychromos pencils to  colour this image.  The flower is handmade.   I applied clear Wink of Stella on the dragonflies' wings.  I wish you a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx


Materials and Tools Used 

Border:          Martha Stewart "Vintage Floral" Around-the-Page punches
Corner:          Memory Box "Melinda Corner" die
Flower:          Spellbinders "Spiral Blossom Three" die
Dragonflies:  Marvy Uchida punch

Ribbon, pearls, bead, Wink of Stella, Swarovski crystals are from my stash.  The sentiment is computer generated.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
LaAnn's World 101 Challenge Blog
http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Dream Valley Challenge Blog
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Gem of a Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Blog
https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/
Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/


Monday, October 28, 2019

Bachelor's Buttons Sprite by Aurora Wings

Hi there!  Hoping you all had a nice weekend.  Another month has almost gone by.  Hard to believe, right?  My card today features one of Aurora Wings' darling images "Bachelor's Buttons Sprite", found in Mitzi's etsy shop here: 
Mitzi has so many delightful sprites and gorgeous images.



This sweet image was coloured with Copics and Polychromos pencils.  All the flowers are handmade.  The lace was originally white but I dyed it with blue glimmer mist.
I am entering this card on Aurora Wings' Facebook challenge.  Check it out:
Enjoy your day!  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:         Joy Crafts "Round Corners Frame" die 6002/0631 
Foliage:       SVG file
Flowers:      EK Success "Gardenia" punch and "Retro" punch (small), SVG file
Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies



Saturday, October 26, 2019

Sunflower Bella by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  As a DT member for Conie Fong, I am happy to share my card showcasing the darling "Sunflower Bella" image, found in Conie's etsy shop here:
What a wonderfully versatile image this is.  I created this card for Conie's monthly Facebook challenge (theme:  Colours of Fall).
https://www.facebook.com/groups/396730687168777/


I've used Copics and Polychromos pencils to colour the image.  My flowers  are handmade.  How I enjoy making my own flowers!  I used Flower Soft for the centers of the sunflowers.  I wish you a happy weekend.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:     Marianne Creatables "Petra's Bridge" die LR0276
Corner:    Memory Box "Madera Corner" die
Flowers:  Love Nicole sunflower die, EK Success "Retro" punch (small and medium)


Ribbon, button, Magic Mesh, pearl and Flower Soft are from my stash.  

Challenges Entered

Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
Crafty Creations Challenge Blog
Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
Classic Design Team Challenge Blog
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog
Penny's Paper-Crafty Challenge Blog




Monday, October 21, 2019

Pick a Pumpkin by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi lovely friends!  Ching-Chou Kuik's challenges this month are very special.  They mark the 5th anniversary of her monthly blog challenge and her monthly Facebook challenge.  What a wonderful achievement!

http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/photos/?filter=albums  

Ching-Chou has a special surprise for anyone who enters either challenge.  They will receive her "Dark Moon" image  as a thank you for entering the 5th year celebrations (once the challenges are over).  I decided to use "Pick a Pumpkin", found here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/457719804/digital-stamp-set-of-2-halloween-pumpkin?ref=shop_home_active_129 and here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/646380837/sweet-spooky-halloween-set-greyscale?ref=shop_home_active_36



I coloured this lovely image with a combination of Copics and FC Polychromos pencils.  I applied Mod Podge (glossy) onto the spiders and used red nail polish for their eyes to make them look scary - LOL!  Have a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Corner:   La-La Land Crafts "Spiderweb Corner" die
Spiders:  SVG file

Ribbon and buttons are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
Creative Playground Challenge Blog
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
Crafty Calendar Challenge Blog
Classic Design Team Challenge Blog
A Bit More Time to Craft Challenge Blog
A Perfect Time to Craft Challenge Blog
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
Simon Says Stamp Challenge Blog (Monday)
Fabrika Fantasy Challenge Blog








  




Monday, October 14, 2019

Misty Reflections by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi friends!  It's hard to believe that it's already mid-October.  I am sharing my third DT card for Ching-Chou Kuik's monthly Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Halloween".  
Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge.  If you enter either one, or both, you may win some lovely images from her.
This stunning image is "Misty Reflections", found here:


This is my first time colouring a green face and I'm pleased with how it turned out.  As always, I used Copics and Polychromos to colour this lovely image.  My flowers are all handmade.  Have a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:    Martha Stewart "Spider Webs" Around-the Page punches
Flowers:  Love Nicole punch, Marvy Uchida punch, EK Success "Gardenia" and "Retro Flower"        
                punches
Foliage:   Marianne Craftables CR1245 "Swirls and Leaves 3" dies

Pearls, bead and ribbon are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Catz Challenge Blog
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
Polkadoodles Challenge Blog
https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/



Sunday, October 13, 2019

Isabella Blossoms by Conie Fong

Good morning/afternoon!  Thank you for stopping by today.  I am featuring my first DT card made for Conie Fong's October Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Colours of Fall".  
Spring and Fall are my favourite seasons.  I used the gorgeous "Isabella Blossoms" image which comes with some shading in her hair (and facing left and right) found here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/701115858/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_9 and here with no shading in hair (and facing left and right):


Isn't she a beauty?  I used Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils to colour her.  I wish you all a happy week.  Until next time.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Materials and Tools Used 

Leaves:         Family Treasures "Oak Leaf" punch
Sentiment:    QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die (title is computer generated)
Branch:         SVG file
Butterflies:    Martha Stewart "Classic Butterfly" punch
Embossing Folder:  The Paper Studio "Woodgrain" (on branch)

Pearls, Swarovski crystals, flowers, bead, ribbons and glitter are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
Crafty Catz Challenge Blog
Polkadoodles Challenge Blog
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog





Saturday, October 12, 2019

Kimono Kayuki by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  I had some fun colouring Conie Fong's charming image "Kimono Kayki", found here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/731290619/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_7&crt=1

Isn't she adorable?  She is one of Conie's new images.  I coloured these images with a combination of Copics and FC Polychromos pencils.  At some point, I will make a card with them.  



I wish you a happy weekend.  Hugs, Lori xx

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Blue Pumpkin by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi there, peeps!  This is my second inspirational card for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge (theme:  Halloween).  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
Halloween always brings back fond memories of my kids trick-or-treating when they were little.  I sewed their costumes every year.  What fun!!!

I chose the beautiful "Blue Pumpkin" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here as a set with two other images:


The image is coloured with a combination of Copics and Polychromos pencils.  My flower is handmade.  I offset the spiderweb corner and the sentiment to create some depth, and I added glitter to the flame of the candle.  That's all for now.  Have a lovely week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Corner:   Memory Box "Corner Spiderweb" die
Flower:   SVG file
Ghost:     Impression Obsession "Halloween Die Set" dies
Leaves:   Spellbinders "Little Leaf Set" dies
Letters:   QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies

Ribbon, floss, flower center and glitter are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
Crafty Creations Challenge Blog
http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Fabrika Fantasy Challenge Blog
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.com/2019/10/challenge-35-halloween.html#more

Sunday, September 29, 2019

Sunflowers by SheepSki Designs

Hi everybody!  I am happy to share my card which I made for Crafting of Hue's "Get Well Soon " challenge on Facebook.
  I used the beautiful "Sunflowers" image which was donated by SheepSki Designs back in July.  You can now find this lovely image here:


Sunflowers always make me smile.  I thought I'd include the meaning of sunflowers:

I wanted to make this lovely image the star so I kept the design simple.  I coloured it with Copics and Polychromos pencils, and added mulberry paper around the brown frame.  Wishing you all a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Butterfly:    Creative Expressions (Sue Wilson) "Cascading Butterflies" die
Sentiment:    Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Circles" dies.  Title is computer generated.

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals, mulberry paper and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
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Crafty Catz Challenge Blog
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog




Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Bow Tie In My Hair by Conie Fong

Hello everybody and welcome to my post today!  Conie Fong's monthly Facebook challenge is still open if you want to join in the fun.  This month's theme is "Use Purple and Yellow on Your Creation".  
Here is my DT inspirational card using the endearing "Bow Tie in My Hair" image, found here:
Conie also has a Facebook Colouring Only challenge.



I drew the flowers on the image, and used Copics and Polychromos pencils to colour it.  My flowers are handmade, as is the pinwheel bow. Glitter was added to the butterfly. I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Leaves:       Cheery Lynn "Flourish Leaf Strip" die
Flowers:      SVG file (large flowers) and EK Success punch (small flowers)
Sentiment:  Computer generated title and QuicKutz "Bottlecap" die
Butterfly:    Marianne Creatables LR0158 die

Ribbon, pearls, bead and glitter are from my stash.

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Butterflies Fly by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps!  I have been without a computer since Saturday due to some serious computer issues, so my son has been setting up a new computer for me.  I miss having a computer so much - LOL!

I am showcasing my newest DT inspirational card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current monthly Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Fall/FallColours" but the DT members' theme for this week is "Think Pink".  This lovely image can be found here:


I fussy cut the bottom of her dress so it hangs freely over the white mat.  I used Copics and Polychromos pencils to colour the image.  The aqua flowers are handmade, as is the pinwheel bow. Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:         Martha Stewart "Monarch Butterfly" Around the Page punches
Flowers:      EK Success "Gardenia" punch
Sentiment:   QuicKutz "Bottlecap" die (with computer generated title)
Foliage:       Marianne Creatables "Leaves Foliage" LR0192 die

Pearls, bead, ribbon, prills and pink roses are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
Simon Says Stamp Wednesdays Challenge Blog
World Wide Open DT Challenge Blog
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
Imagine That Creative Playground Challenge Blog