Rockin' Reed by Digi Doodle Studios

Hi friends!  It's hard to believe that June is almost over, right?  My GD today card features the awesome "Rockin' Reed" image by Digi Doodle Studios Digital Stamps.  DDS has both a monthly blog challenge and a Facebook challenge.

I coloured the image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  Both the blog challenge and the Facebook challenge end tomorrow but you can join in the fun on the brand new challenges which begin on July 1.  Hope to see you on one, or both!

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

Tools and Resources Used 

Border:       Memory Box "Pristine Border" die

G Clef:        Bought on Amazon

Sentiment:  Tutti Designs 'Celebrate Word Set" die

Challenges Entered 

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/#!watch   Movie:  That Thing You Do!

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://blog.yournextstamp.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

Gnome with Heart Balloon by Conie Fong

Hello peeps!  Hope you are enjoying your weekend.  Every time I see a gnome, I smile.  I especially love Conie Fong's adorable gnomes.  That said, I am featuring Conie's "Gnome with Heart Balloon".  What a cutie!  This little guy comes with 8 other images.  I decided to turn the balloon into a mylar balloon.  Not too bad, right?  LOL

My DT inspirational card is for Conie Fong's June/July Facebook challenge.  Why not join in the fun?  You may win some lovely images from Conie.

As always, I used my trusty Copics and Polychromos to colour this cute image.  

Well, that's all from me today.  Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Border:        EK Success "Dotted Wave" punch

Corners:      Fiskars

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered 

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://friendship-challenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Pixie by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hey there, friends!  Summer began in my neck of the woods yesterday.  I have to say that summer is my least favourite season.  Too hot and humid, and way too many bugs.  However, I do love that the days are longer.

Challenge #517 starts today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is THINGS WITH WINGS.  What a versatile theme, right?  I chose the darling Pixie image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  She is so very sweet!

This card is smaller than the standard slimline cards.  It measures 3.5" x 6.25.  I followed an awesome video tutorial by Karen Aicken.  Her video shows you how to use 6" x 6" papers to create mini slimline cards.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FPXyyvWzig  

Here is a side view:  

This cutie is coloured with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  I applied Liquid Pearls (Petal Pink) to the butterflies' bodies, and Wink of Stella to the fairy's wings.

If you would like to see more inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  And, if you join in the fun, you may win some beautiful images.

Thank you for visiting.  It always brightens my day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Frame:         Sizzix Framelets "Dotted Squares" dies

Butterflies:   Martha Stewart "Classic Butterfly" and "Royal" punches

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

Challenges Entered 

http://atlanticheartschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/ 

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/

https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/ (YouNique Technique)

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://friendship-challenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pathofpositivitychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

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

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/#!watch  (S for Sprite)

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Emma Rose by Conie Fong

 Hi friends!  My DT inspirational card today showcases a gorgeous image by Conie Fong called "Emma Rose".   There are two images included: one with the girl facing right and one facing left).  I made this card for Conie Fong's June/July Facebook challenge.

I used Copics and Polychromos to colour her up.  I wanted so much to use that beautiful background paper and so I did my best to use the same colour scheme.  

Thank you very much for visiting.  It brightens my day.  Have a wonderful day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Frame:       Alinacutle nesting frame mini slimline die on Amazon

Bow:          The Greetery "Fit to be Tied" die

Sentiment: Memory Box "Big Hugs Posh Script" die

Challenges Entered 

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilredwagon.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/#!watch

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Paint-A-Flower: Lotus by Altenew Stamps

 Hello friends!  I was one of the winners on the Altenew Florescence Blog Hop and, along with my prize, I received a discount card with a stamp design to colour on the other side.  It featured the gorgeous Altenew Paint-A-Flower: Lotus Outline Stamp Set image.  The card has a shiny matte finish, so I wasn't sure which mediums to use.  I used Copic markers, Zig markers and chalk to colour this lovely image, and I am rather happy with the way it turned out.

I am going to send this card (along with 19 other cards that I just made) to an organization that distributes cards to seniors.  I hope they brighten their day a bit.

I am entering my card on the #AltenewChallenge.

https://blog.altenew.com/june-2022-inspiration-challenge-colorful-layout/

That's all from me for this post.  Thank you for visiting.  It's so appreciated.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Wave:            Frantic Stamper "Big Splash" die

Dragonflies:  EK Success "Dragonfly" punch

Sentiment:     Computer generated

Other Challenges Entered 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://friendship-challenge.blogspot.com/  (I love flowers)

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/#!watch

https://blog.yournextstamp.com/

https://paperdragonflycreativechallenges.blogspot.com/  (I punched out the tiny dragonflies and

                                                                                            added them throughout the card.)

    

     

The Sweet Gardener by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  Time for a new challenge (#515) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week, the theme is FLOWER POWER.  I chose the adorable "The Sweet Gardener" image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my DT card.

This little lady looks like she's going to have a lovely time picking flowers.  I drew the background, and coloured the image with Copic markers.  The flowers are handmade.  Finally, I applied Liquid Pearls (Buttercup) on the butterflies' bodies.

Remember to stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog for more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members.  And, why not join in the fun while you are there?  As always, up for grabs are some awesome prizes.

Thank you for stopping by, and hope to see you all again soon.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Tools and Resources Used 

Border:        Joy Crafts "Ornamental Border" die

Flowers:      EK Success Retro punches (medium and small)

Butterflies:   Martha Stewart "Classic Butterfly" punch

Sentiment:   Computer generated

Challenges Entered 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://creationsinpink.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pathofpositivitychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/#!watch

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-bright-cheerful-2/#!watch

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

  

A Cat's Life by Last Minute Manda

Hello, dear friends!  I am thrilled to be the Guest Designer for this month on the CCC Digi Creations Challenge Blog.  The sponsor is Last Minute Manda.   You can find so many sweet and endearing images on Last Minute Manda.

Kitties occupy a  special place in my heart, and so I decided to use a darling image from the "It's a Cat's Life" digital stamp set.  This is my card:

This image is so darned cute!  I drew the little table and coloured the image with my favourite mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  There is a Last Minute Manda group on Facebook.  

I wish you a happy day and wonderful weekend.  Thank you for visiting.  Hugs, Lori xx

Tools and Resources Used 

Border:        Martha Stewart "Quilted" Around the Page punch

Sentiment:   Computer generated and I used the ends of Spellbinders "Fancy Tags 1" dies

Ribbon:        From my stash

Challenges Entered 

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/  (Light purple bow, parts of patterned paper and base)

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/  *

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/#!watch

http://useyourstuff.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

*  Double Dare entering the following challenges:

      Colorful Options

      Crafter's Cafe

      Crafting Happiness

      2 Crafty Critter Crazies

      Paper Funday

      Use Your Stuff