&#160; Mermaids, Fairies, Kitties, and Cards

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

https://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://happylittlestampers.blogspot.com/

http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Monday, October 19, 2020

Pumpkin Pixie by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends! I am sharing my last card as a member of Ching-Chou Kuik's Design Team on Facebook.

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

I love designing cards for Ching-Chou but I thought it best to step down at this time for a number of reasons.

This beautiful image is "Pumpkin Pixie, and is found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/726215488/grey-scale-digital-stamp-set-october?ref=shop_home_active_35

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog:

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

If you enter either challenge, or both, you may win some truly beautiful images. The theme for both challenges is "Spooky or Halloween or Pumpkins or Halloween Colours".

The image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos. The large flower is handmade. Thanks so much for visiting. Enjoy your day. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Foliage: Creative Expressions "Sycamore Branch" die (Sue Wilson)

Cobweb: LaLa Land Crafts "Spiderweb Corner" die

Flowers: Recollections (small gray) and Love Nicole punch (large yellow)

Sentiment: Computer generated

Ribbon and bead are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Monday, October 12, 2020

Little Magic by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi friends! I am sharing my latest Halloween DT inspirational card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge.

This darling image is "Little Magic", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/730310529/little-magic-printable-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_11

I made the broom by using part of a paintbrush and wrapped twine at the end of the brush. To flatten the twine a bit, I used a mixture of water and Mod Podge and brushed it on the twine.

I used Copics and Polychromos to colour the image. I cut the cobweb twice to give it some dimension and interest.

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog. If you enter either challenge, or both, you may win some beautiful images.

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

I wish you a happy week. Hope to see you again. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame: Spellbinders "Curved Rectangles" dies
Fence: Martha Stewart "Iron Fence" punch
Cobweb: Joanna Sheen "Cobweb Corner" die SD491
Sentiment: Free clipart from the Internet
The ribbon is from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Monday, October 5, 2020

Exotic Halloween by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. Here we are with a brand new month. That means that a new challenge has started on Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook group and her challenge blog.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/462538544/exotic-halloween-digital-stamp-instant?ref=shop_home_active_190

This month's theme is "Spooky or Halloween or Pumpkins or Halloween Colours". Such fun themes!

This fabulous image is Ching-Chou's "Exotic Halloween", found here:

This month is a special one for Ching-Chou as it is the 6th anniversary of her Facebook group and challenge blog. What an amazing achievement! If you enter her Facebook challenge, you will receive a gorgeous image ("Divine") at the end of the month.

And, if you enter her blog challenge, you will receive the beautiful "Night Watchers" image at the end of the month. So, what are you waiting for?

This lovely image is coloured with Copics and some Polychromos. I stamped a couple of cobwebs on the corners of the image, and I added glitter to the flames.

Until next time, hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Ghost: Memory Box "Ghost Trio" die

Flowers: I Am Roses

Ribbon is from my stash.

The word "Boo" is computer generated, and then I used the Ghost Trio die to cut out the cute little ghost.

Challenges Entered

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://lovetocraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Monday, September 21, 2020

Snowflake Imprint by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends! Today, I am showcasing the stunning "Snowflake Imprint" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/263376288/snowflake-imprint-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_323

I created this card for Ching-Chou's current Facebook challenge. This week, the Design Team members were asked to create a card with "Something Beginning with B". That said, I chose to use the colour blue.

This beautiful image is coloured with Copic markers. I added Swarovski crystals to the centers of the snowflakes. That's all from me, until next time. Thank you for visiting. I wish you a lovely day. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Border: Crafter's Companion "Sparkling Snowflakes 2" die

Snowflakes: Memory Box "Batavia Snowflakes" die and Impression Obsession "Snowflakes" die

Challenges Entered

https://artsystamperchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/2020/09/ch-67.html

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/ ( a bow, a die, blue)

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Monday, September 14, 2020

Blowing in the Wind by Ching-Chou Kuik

Happy Monday, friends! The weather here has cooled down considerably. Fall is almost here! Today, I am sharing with you my inspirational card for Ching-Chou's Facebook challenge.

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

This month's theme is "Think Pink for Breast Cancer". However, the Design Team members' theme for this week is "Decorative Borders". This truly stunning image is "Blowing in the Wind", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/723711643/blowing-in-the-wind-printable-instant?ref=shop_home_active_39

I coloured this lovely image with my favourite mediums (Copics and Polychromos). I added a bit of Wink of Stella (clear) to her wings and to the butterflies. The flowers are from I Am Roses. The sentiment is raised with 3-D foam.

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog.

If you enter either challenge, or both, you may win some beautiful images from her. So, why not join in the fun?

Thank you for visiting. I love to read your comments. Until next time...hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Borders: Crafter's Companion "Venetian Scrolls" die

Martha Stewart "Cherish" border punch

Flowers: I Am Roses

Butterfly: Momenta Recollections template 542704 die

Sentiment: Backed with Love Nicole die

Embroidery floss, pearls, flowers and Wink of Stella (clear) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://artsystamperchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://lovetocraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/2020/

Friday, September 11, 2020

Above the Dirt by Ching-Chou Kuik Digital Stamps

Hello, my friends! The theme for Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook Challenge this month is "Think Pink for Breast Cancer".

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

The beautiful image that I chose for this theme is "Above the Dirt", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/798277962/above-the-dirt-coloring-page-printable?ref=shop_home_active_8

This is my Design Team inspirational card:

This lovely image is coloured with Copic markers. The flowers are handmade. I do enjoy making my own flowers! I added pink Swarovski crystals to the centers of the white flowers.

Thank you for visiting. I truly appreciate it. I wish you a happy weekend. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame: Coluzzle Cutting System "Hexagon"

Corners: Cheery Lynn "Lace Corner Deco J" die

Label: Spellbinders "Fancy Tags 1" die

Foliage: Creative Expressions "Sycamore Branch" die (Sue Wilson)

Flowers: SVG file (large pink), Fiskars (white), EK Success "Retro" punch (small pink)

Lace, Swarovski crystals, flower center and pearls are from my stash.

Monday, August 17, 2020

Autumn Breeze Fairy by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi there, friends! Today, I am sharing my third DT card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's monthly Facebook challenge. This gorgeous image is "Autumn Breeze Fairy", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/737139833/digital-stamp-set-of-3-autumn-images?ref=shop_home_active_31

This month's theme is "Autumn or Fall or Autumn Colours". I love to see the trees and hills turning into multi coloured works of art and leaves dancing from branch to ground.

The sunflower and the leaves are handmade. The leaves and the image are coloured with Copic markers. I applied clear Wink of Stella to her wing.

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/737139833/digital-stamp-set-of-3-autumn-images?ref=shop_home_active_30

Why not join in the fun? You may win some beautiful images from Ching-Chou. Thank you for visiting and I hope to see you again. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame: Marianne Design "Anja's Large Ovals" die LR0236

Leaves: Impression Obsession "Leaves" die 030-S

Flower: Love Nicole die

Sentiment: Computer generated

Ribbon, embroidery floss, Flower Soft and Wink of Stella (clear) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/2020/07/reto-julioagosto-verano-o-todo-vale.html
http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/
http://creativfusion.blogspot.com/
http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://pearlysparkleschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Monday, August 10, 2020

Autumn Falls by Ching Chou Kuik

Hello peeps! I hope everyone is well and had a nice weekend. Here is my DT inspiration for this week which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge.
Ching-Chou Kuik Digital Stamps
This beautiful image is "Autumn Falls", found here (along with 2 other lovely images):

This month's theme is "Autumn or Fall or Autumn Colours". I love the fall. It's my second favourite season (spring being the first). My image is coloured with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos), The sunflower is handmade. I added Flower Soft to its center. Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog:

Thank you so much for visiting. I love to read your comments. Have a lovely day. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame: Martha Stewart "Deco Fan" Around the Page punches

Flower: Love Nicole die

Sentiment: Computer generated

Photo Corners: Fiskars corner punch

Ribbon, Shimmering Dots (EK Success), Flower Soft and store bought sprig are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/

Monday, August 3, 2020

Autumn Harvest by Ching-Chou Kuik

Greetings friends! Today I am sharing my Design Team card for Ching-Chou Kuik's new monthly Facebook challenge.

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

This month's theme is "Autumn or Fall or Autumn Colours". This beautiful image is "Autumn Harvest", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/737139833/digital-stamp-set-of-3-autumn-images?ref=shop_home_active_30

As usual, I coloured the image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. The lace was originally white but I dyed it with Glimmer Mist, and added the tiny gems. The sunflower is handmade. I added Flower Soft to the center of the flower. I love adding clear Wink of Stella to wings because it leaves behind such a lovely and delicate shimmer.

You are also welcome to join us on the Ching-Chou Digital Stamps Challenge Blog:

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/2020/

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

Materials and Tools Used

Flower: Love Nicole die

Sentiment: Computer generated

Lace, Magic Mesh, embroidery floss, gems, Glimmer Mist and Wink of Stella are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

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

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/?utm_source=digi-doodle-studios.myshopify.com+subscribers&utm_campaign=0a521ceaf2-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c1780340d6-0a521ceaf2-137595559&goal=0_c1780340d6-0a521ceaf2-137595559&mc_cid=0a521ceaf2&mc_eid=bcc45d42a8

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://lovetocraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/2020/08/pip-challenge-2031.html

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Marie Antoinette Dollie by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning/afternoon! This month's theme on Ching-Chou's Facebook challenge is "Die Cuts or Punches or Both. However, the Design Team members were asked to create a card with "Pearls or Gems or Sequins" for this week. I used the super sweet "Marie Antoinette Dollie", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/232093133/marie-antoinette-dollie-digital-stamp?ref=shop_home_active_289

As usual, I used my favourite mediums to colour this sweet image (Copic markers and Polychromos pencils). I love making my own flowers so they are all handmade. I applied clear Wink of Stella to her wings. I think I used enough pearls...LOL!

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog. If you enter this challenge, or the Facebook challenge, you may win some beautiful images.

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

Materials and Tools Used

Flowers: Hampton Arts Ki punch (small flowers) and EK Success "Retro" punch (medium)

Foliage: Cheery Lynn Designs '"Flourish Leaf Strip" die B178

Sentiment: Computer generated

Gems, pearl border, Wink of Stella are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

http://creativfusion.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

Monday, July 13, 2020

Poppy Fairy by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends! Welcome to my post today. This week's themes for the Design Team members of Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge are "Shabby Chic or Distressed or Vintage".
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
These themes evoke a design style that embraces a worn look. Words like lace, floral, soft, romantic, eclectic, casual and feminine come to mind.

This beautiful image is "Poppy Fairy" and can be found in Ching-Chou's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/769033714/poppy-fairy-coloring-page-printable?ref=shop_home_active_14

I coloured this lovely image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. The poppy is handmade. A bit of lace is peeking out of the distressed patterned paper. I also added red lace at the top of the card. Her wings are gently covered with clear Wink of Stella.

Thank you for visiting. I appreciate it very much. Have a happy week. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Arch: SVG file

Foliage: Marianne Craftables "Tiny's Swirls and Leaves" die CR1245 and

Marianne Creatables "Leaves Foliage" die LR0192

Poppy: Marianne Design "Poppy" die LR0587

Sentiment: Backed with Love Nicole die

Lace, Swarovski crystals, pearls, gems, Tim Holtz Paper Distresser and Wink of Stella (clear) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

Monday, July 6, 2020

Sakura in March by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello peeps! Here we are with a brand new month. That means a brand new monthly Facebook challenge at Ching-Chou Kuik Digital Stamps.

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

This month's theme is "Die Cuts or Punches or Both". I chose the beautiful "Sakura in March" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/784567633/sakura-in-march-coloring-page-printable?ref=shop_home_active_12

Here is my Design Team inspirational card:

Isn't she gorgeous? I have coloured her with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos). I used die cuts for the frame and the blue flower, and punches for all the handmade flowers. It is hard to see but I applied clear Wink of Stella to her wings. The sentiment is computer generated and is raised with 3-D foam. Lastly, I placed Swarovski crystals in the center of all the flowers.

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog. Check it out here:

Thank you so much for visiting. I sincerely appreciate it. I wish you a happy day. Stay well and stay safe. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame: Spellbinders "Labels Twenty Two" dies

Flowers: Heartfelt Creations "Classic Rose" stamp and die set (blue flower)

Fiskars Lever Punch Medium Flower 1

EK Success "Retro" punch ( small pink, aqua and blue flowers)

Embossing folder: Cuttlebug "Wicker Weave"

Challenges Entered

http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://coloritcreateitshowitoff.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

Monday, June 15, 2020

Ivy Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi friends! Today, I am sharing yet another mermaid card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge.

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

This month's theme is "Under the Sea" or "Fun in the Sun" or "By the Sea".

This gorgeous creature is "Ivy Mermaid", found here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/713824051/ivy-mermaid-digital-stamps-instant?ref=shop_home_active_38

and here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/706469543/under-the-sea-set-3-grey-scale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_41

I coloured the image and the background with Copic markers. Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge:

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Thank you for making time to visit. It always brightens my day. Have a lovely day. Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Foliage: Joy Crafts "Noor! Branch Leaf" die

Flowers: SVG (large flower)

Wild Orchid Crafts (medium flowers)

Recollections punch (small flowers)

Sentiment: QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies

Swarovski crystal and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/2020/

https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Iris Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hey friends! Hope you are well. This is my second Design Team inspirational card for this month. The theme is "Under the Sea" or "Fun in the Sun" or "By the Sea". I chose the gorgeous "Iris Mermaid" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/693702933/mermaid-in-dream-set-greyscale-gray?ref=shop_home_active_46

I love making my own flowers, so the iris is handmade. I used Copic markers to colour her. My card was created for Ching-Chou Kuik's current challenge on Facebook.

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

Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge. If you enter one, or both, you may win some beautiful images.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/523246161/beautiful-tails-mermaid-set-instant?ref=shop_home_active_141

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

Materials and Tools Used

Borders: Joy Crafts "Under the Sea - Edge Waves" die 6002/0330

Iris: Spellbinders "Create an Iris" die

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

Leaves: Heartfelt Creations "Classic Rose" stamp and die set

Monday, June 1, 2020

Intense Red by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi! Here we are with a brand new month. That means a brand new challenge on Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook group.

This month's theme is "Under the Sea" or "Fun in the Sun" or "By the Sea". Since I am enthralled with mermaids, I chose "Intense Red", found here:

and also here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/661549638/love-mermaid-set-greyscale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_52

How beautiful she is! She is coloured with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. It's a bit hard to see but the net has a gold thread running through it.

Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge.