Eloise by Digi Doodle Studios Digi Stamps

Hello, my friends!  Today, I am showcasing the darling Eloise by Digi Doodle Studios.  This cutie is is part of a new release by DDS.  Isn't she adorable?

Digi Doodle Studios has both a monthly blog challenge and a Facebook challenge.  I have been a Guest Designer for DDS since December 2020; however, I am starting this month as a full-fledged Design Team member.   So exciting!  The theme this month is 3 or More Layers.  I included four layers on my card:  the patterned paper, the layer with the embossing folder and the two frames.  

I drew a simple background for her, and coloured her with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. 

Thank you for visiting.  It's very appreciated.  I hope to see you all soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Embossing folder:  Provo Craft Cuttlebug Embossing Folder "Tiny Bubbles"
Sentiment:              Free Pik
Corners:                  Fiskars

Challenges Entered 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cyhtp.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

Relaxing Bubbles by House Mouse Designs

 Hello everybody!  I needed a masculine birthday card and so I found a stamped image in a drawer where I keep coloured and stamped images.  I thought it would be perfect. 

This cute image is "Relaxing Bubbles" by House Mouse Designs and I believe it is a rubber mounted stamp. This adorable image reminded me of how much I enjoy taking a bath every now and then, especially in the fall and winter months.

When I moved here three years ago, I left a few boxes unpacked and it might be in one of those boxes.  I tried to find it on the House Mouse store, without success.  It may have been discontinued.  Sorry about that.

As always, I used my Copic markers to colour this adorable image.

I wish my American friends a happy July 4th.  Stay safe, enjoy your weekend, and hope to see you again.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:        Spellbinders "Labels Eighteen" dies
Corner:       EK Sucess
Border:       EK Success "Scandinavian Edger" punch

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with Spellbinders "Tear Drop Circles" dies and 3-D foam
Embossing folder:  Cuttlebug "Tiny Bubbles"

Twine and 3-D bubble stickers are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/

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

https://kraftinkimmiestamps.blogspot.com/

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://challengeleannsworld101.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/ (dots are on the sentiment, bubbles, patterned paper and the                                                                                clear 3-D dots)

Garden Bouquet by Conie Fong

 Hello there, friends.  I just love flowers!  That said, I am sharing my DT card showcasing the gorgeous "Garden Bouquet" image by Conie Fong, found in her etsy shop here:  

https://www.etsy.com/listing/608124609/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp-conie?ref=shop_home_active_149

This image is not only beautiful but versatile as well and can be used for numerous occasions.  I have coloured this image before but I decided to use darker, bolder colours this time.

This is the inside of the card:

Copics and Polychromos were used to colour the image.  I cut a circle using the same background paper, embossed it and inked the edges and dots.  I applied Swarovski crystals to the bodies of the butterflies, and inked their wings so that they matched the flowers.

Conie's current Facebook challenge is still going on.  Why not join in the fun?  We'd love to see your creations. You may win some stunning images from Conie.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/396730687168777/?multi_permalinks=1762129090628923

Thank you for visiting and I hope to see you again.  Enjoy your day.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Materials and Tools Used 

Embossing Folder:  Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots"

Butterflies:  Creative Expressions (Finishing Touches) "Cascading Butterflies" dies

Sentiment:  Computer generated and back with Family Treasures "Scallop Square" punch

Swarovski crystals and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/  (Finish the Inside Challenge)

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://www.welovechocolatebaroque.uk/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

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

http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.com/

https://blog.dare2bartzy.com/tag/challenge/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/    (Add Sparkle and/or Shine:  Swarovski crystals on

                                                                                           all the butterflies' bodies)

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/  (Add Some Sparkle:  Swarovski crystals on all the

                                                                                           butterflies' bodies)

http://cardztv.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

Kimono Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  I am so ready for spring. Are you?  I, for one, have had enough of winter for a while.  I love the idea of longer days so I am always thrilled when Daylight Savings Time begins.  Yay!

A new challenge starts today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  The theme is always "Anything Goes".

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

I chose the beautiful "Kimono Girl" image by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/286024751/digital-stamp-kimono-girl-digi-japanese?ref=shop_home_active_142

The fan is handmade with the same patterned paper as the bottom of the card, but the tassel is store bought.  This beauty is coloured with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  

Thank you for visiting today. Enjoy your day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Embossing Folder:  Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots"

Sentiment:  Backed with QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die and raised with 3-D foam

Challenges Entered 

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/ 

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

http://blog.dare2bartzy.com/tag/challenge/

https://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com/ 

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/  ("B" bright colours)

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/ 

http://movingalongwiththetimes.blogspot.com/

http://mytimetocraftchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/ 

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

https://www.welovechocolatebaroque.uk/  I love all things Japanese and I hope to, one day, visit  Japan 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

Ahhhhh Spa by Createful Heart Design

Hi everyone!  I am so excited!  I was chosen to be a Guest Designer on the Createful Heart Design Blog Challenges.

http://createfulheartcards.blogspot.com/

This super adorable image is "Ahhhhh Spa" by Createful Heart Design, found here:

https://createful-heart-design.zibbet.com/ahhhhh-spa-digital-file

How relaxed does that darling little critter look, right?  So cute!  I coloured the image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The background is drawn by me.  I wanted to give the illusion of a shower curtain so I added the lace at the top.  All the flowers are handmade.

Thank you for visiting.  I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Flowers:     EK Success "Gardenia" punch and Spellbinders "Floral Oval" dies

Leaves:       Cheery Lynn "Flourish Leaf Strip"

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with Spellbinders "Classic Ovals Small" dies

Embossing folder:  Provo Craft - Cuttlebug "Tiny Bubbles" 

Lace and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

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: 

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

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 

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://coloritcreateitshowitoff.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

Papillon by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends!  I am hoping that you are well, staying safe and relatively sane during all this craziness.  My DT card today showcases the adorable "Papillon" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/193103173/papillon-digital-stamp-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_322

I made this for Ching-Chou's brand new Facebook challenge.  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

The theme is "Animals". She also has a blog challenge.
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/
  Entering one, or both, may result in winning some beautiful images from her.

Due to the current COVID situation, Ching-Chou will give you (once the challenges end) this gorgeous freebie if you join the Facebook or the blog challenge:

I coloured this darling image with my trusty Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  In addition to the flowers and lace, I used an embossing folder to add a bit more texture to the card.  I thank you for visiting,  Again, please stay safe.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:  Spellbinders "Label Eighteen" dies

Embossing folder:  Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots" (behind the image)

Lace and flowers (Wild Orchid Crafts) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.com/

Merbutterfly Fairy Freedom by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps!  It's hard to believe that it's already September.  Hope all is well at your end.  Ching-Chou's Facebook challenge this month is "Fall/Fall Colours", but the Design Team members' challenge this week is "Butterflies".  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
This glorious image is "Merbutterfly Fairy Freedom", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/611654153/fantasy-fairy-set-1-greyscale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_40

I've loved butterflies since I was a little girl.  These gorgeous, iridescent winged creatures are so delicate and graceful. This beautiful image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos pencils. That all from me for now.  I wish you a happy week.  Hugs xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Large butterfly:         Joy Crafts "Vintage Flourishes Butterfly" 6003/0023 die

Medium butterflies:  Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die Sue Wilson

Small butterflies:      Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die Sue Wilson

Embossing folder:    Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots"

Swarovski crytals, pearls and embossing folder are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

Simon Says Stamp Challenge Blog

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

Dies R Us Challenge Blog

http://diesruschallenge.blogspot.com/

Snow Drop by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning/afternoon to you!  It's hard to believe that it's July.  The weather has been lovely for the most part.  That always makes me happy.  

The theme for Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge this month is "Make Your Own Background".  Check it out:

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

I used the beautiful "Snow Drop" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/215513619/snow-drop-digital-stamp-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_213

Here is my DT inspirational card:

Look at that glorious head of hair!  I used an embossing folder to create the background.  Then, I added yellow and orange Gelatos to it.  I made my own template for the snowdrops.  Now, I always enjoy making my own flowers but I will never again make another snowdrop flower.  What a hassle - LOL!  The image is coloured with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  I wish you a lovely day!  xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:                     Sizzix Framelets "Dotted Squares" die

Butterflies:               Martha Stewart "Royal" butterfly punch   

Embossing Folder:  Cuttlebug 5" x 7" (don't know name)

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals, brad, pearl border, Wink of Stella (clear), floral tape are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.com/2019/07/challenge-32-summer.html
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

Tea for Two by Conie Fong

Hello everybody!  My DT card today features the gorgeous "Tea for Two" image by Conie Fong.  Every time I look at this image it makes me smile.  This is the second time I've coloured it.  You can find it in Conie's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/679739765/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp-conie?ref=shop_home_active_4&crt=1

This card is for Conie's monthly Facebook challenge.

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

  The theme is "Use a Number".  As you can see, the number is part of the sentiment.   

Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils were used to colour this image.  The flower is handmade.  I decided to draw a serving tray under the image this time (last time I drew a placemat).  Have a happy week.  Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:   Memory Box "Pristine Border" die

Flower:   Fiskars punch

Embossing Folder:  Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots"

The lace is from my stash.