Showing posts with label Halloween. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Halloween. Show all posts

Monday, October 28, 2024

Lil Witches Halloween card 2 - Whimsy Stamps

Greetings friends!  I posted a Halloween card a few days ago and I am now posting a second card that I made with Whimsy Stamps pre-colored Quick Card Fronts called "Lil Witches".  This second card has the same design but, this time, I used another cute image and inked the edges of the frame with purple instead of aqua.  You can use these fabulous Quick Card Fronts as they are, or you can embellish them.


As before, I used a frame die and inked the edges with distress ink.  Next, I gently inked the edges with black ink to create a spattered effect.  The frame and the sentiment are matted on glitter paper.

That's all from me for this post.  Take care, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Spellbinders "Label 13" dies
Cobweb:     Joanna Sheen "Cobweb Corner" die SD492
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (I think of the beauty of fall and Halloween)





Saturday, October 26, 2024

Lil Witches Halloween card 1 - Whimsy Stamps

Greetings friends!  Halloween always evokes some special and cherished memories for me of when my kids were little and we went Trick-or-Treating.  They are adults now but that doesn't stop me from making a Halloween card for them. LOL

I decided to use an adorable pre-colored image by Whimsy Stamps called "Lil Witches" Quick Card Fronts.  There are quite a number of these fabulous quick card fronts that are available.  All you have to do is to embellish them, or just use them as they are.


I used a frame die and inked the edges with distress ink.  Then, I gently inked the sides with black ink to create a spattered effect.  I matted the frame and sentiment with black glitter paper.

That's all from me today.  Have a lovely weekend.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Frame:         Spellbinders "Labels 13" dies (how fitting!) 
Cobweb:     Joanna Sheen "Cobweb Corner" SD492 die
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (the photo reminds me of Halloween and autumn)




  



Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Broomstick Emily by Conie Fong

 Hello friends, and welcome to today's post.  My DT card features one of Conie Fong's recent releases.  This little cutie is Broomstick Emily.  She comes facing right and left, and in both JPG and PNG formats.  



This is the third card that I made with this super sweet image.  I drew the background except for the haunted house which is a clipart image.  I used Copic markers to colour the image and the scene.  I stamped the kitty with a very old stamp.  The little ghost is a die cut.

Conie Fong has a Facebook group where you can see some amazing inspiration.  And, you can join Conie's monthly challenge.  If you do, you may win some delightful images.

Thank you for taking the time to visit.  Until next time, Lori xx 

Challenges Entered  







Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Broomstick Emily by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  My DT card today features Broomstick Emily by Conie Fong.  She is one of two new releases.  I love the fall weather, and the temperatures here are finally cooling down.  I also love Halloween because it brings back such wonderful memories of my kids when they were young and went Trick-or-Treating.  Here is my card:


I decided to draw a background for this cutie.  The image and background are coloured with Copic markers.  I then stamped some tiny cobwebs around the wall and added a little ghost die cut.  The black kitty is a very old stamp which I had in my stash.

Conie has a monthly Facebook challenge.  If you have time, why not join in the fun?  There are some adorable images to be won.  If you want some amazing inspiration, just visit Conie's Facebook group.

That's all from me today.  Take good care of yourselves.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Cobweb border:  Martha Stewart "Spider Web" punch
Sentiment:           Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (The photos made me think of Halloween)


Monday, October 17, 2022

Buffy n Friends by Digi Doodle Studios Digi Stamps

Greetings friends!  Welcome to my DT post today for Digi Doodle Studios.  Halloween always evokes such warm and wonderful memories for me.  My kids and I very much enjoyed decorating the inside of our house, as well as the outside, for this fun holiday.  My sons loved wearing their costumes to school, and taking part in the parade outside the school while proud parents watched them.  Then, we would go Trick-or-Treating after dinner while their dad waited for other Trick-or Treaters to visit our house.

This sweet image is Buffy n Friends by Digi Doodle Studios.  I drew the background except for the haunted house.  Copics and Polychromos were used to colour the image and background.


Digi Doodle Studios has both a challenge blog and a Facebook challenge.  The Theme this month is CREEPY CUTE / SPOOKY / BELIEVE IN MAGIC.  

This will be my last post for Digi Doodle Studios because they are shutting down at the end of this month.  Why not visit their etsy shop before they close their doors?  DDS will, however, continue to create adorable clear stamps, dies and more on Ink n' Splatter.  

That's all from me today.  I thank you for visiting, and I with you a wonderful day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Ghost:                 Memory Box "Ghost Trio" die
Sentiment:           Kindpng free download
Haunted House:  vectezzy free download


Challenges Entered


https://festivefridaychallenge.com/  (witch, cat, moon, pumpkin, orange, stars, black, ghost)








   

Monday, October 3, 2022

Happy Witches Brew by Digi Doodle Studios

Hello friends!  Halloween always brings back some wonderful memories of my children when they would dress up in their costumes and go Trick-or-Treating around our neighbourhood.  What fun they had!  Of course, I would drive them to each house.  I also had a lot of fun making their costumes.  

The theme on the Digi Doodle Studios Challenge Blog this month is CREEPY CUTE / SPOOKY / BELIEVE IN MAGIC.  There is also a DDS Facebook challenge.

I chose the fabulous Happy Witches Brew by Digi Doodle Studios for my DT card.  I just had to draw a background for this cute witch.  


I used a combination of Copics and Polychromos to colour the image and background.  The cobwebs and the cute little black kitty are stamps that I have in my stash.  

I am really sad to inform you that Digi Doodle Studios will be closing its etsy shop at the end of this month.  So, hurry over and visit before they close their doors.  They will, however, continue to produce clear stamps, dies and more on Ink n' Splatter.

Thank you for visiting.  I truly appreciate it.  Have a lovely day, and take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used 

Blood Border:  Martha Stewart "Drippy Goo" blood trim edge punch
Sentiment :      Kindpng free download
Ghost:              Memory Box "Ghost Trio: die


Challenges Entered 

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/ (witch's brew, concoction)





   

Thursday, October 14, 2021

WCMD Cutie 2 Freebie from Sweet November Stamps

Hello friends!   There is a card making challenge (Halloween Edition) on Friends of Sweet November Stamps on Facebook. For World Card Making Day (October 2) they were so kind to gift us with this adorable image.  This challenge ends on October 30 so there is still time to enter, if you wish.  

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sweetnovemberstamps/permalink/650082356002259


I decided to draw the background.  Then, I stamped the spider webs on the wall.  As  always, I used Copics and Polychromos to colour the sweet image and the kitty resting on the books.  The kitty resting on the books is from WinkWinkInk.


That's all from me today.  Have a wonderful day.  Hugs, Lori xx


Materials and Tools Used

Frame:    Martha Stewart Around-the-Page "Spider Web" punches
Ghost:     Memory Box "Ghost Trio"


Challenges Entered



Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Candy Sally by Conie Fong

Happy Fall, friends!  My DT card today features the darling "Candy Sally" image by Conie Fong.  She comes with three other images.  You can find them here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/545586130/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp-4?ref=shop_home_active_184

Halloween always evokes such sweet memories.  I always made my boys' Halloween costumes, and I loved the excitement on their faces while Trick or Treating.  


I used a combination of Copics and Polychromos to colour this sweet image.  Conie has a monthly Facebook Challenge. So, why not join in the fun? 

Well, that's all from me for this post.  Hope to see you all again soon. I wish you a lovely week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Cobwebs:   LaLa Land Crafts "Spiderweb Corner" die 
Ghost:        Memory Box "Ghost Trio" die
Kitty and bats:  Impression Obsession "Halloween Hill" die 


Challenges Entered 





Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Pumpkin Mouse by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

 Hi there, friends!  Time for a brand new challenge over at the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

I love Halloween because my boys used to love going Trick-or-Treating.  Such cherished memories!

For my DT inspirational card, I chose the adorable "Pumpkin Mouse" image by Lemon Shortbread, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/477287683/digital-stamp-pumpkin-mouse-digi?ref=shop_home_active_118


I wanted to add some texture so I used an embossing folder and inked it with autumn colours.  As usual, the image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos.  I used 3-D foam under the sentiment.

I wish you a happy day.  Until next time.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frames:      Coluzzle Cutting System "Ovals"

Sentiment:  Free clipart from the Internet

Embossing folder:  Darice "Fall Leaf Background"

Ribbon, 3-D foam and gems are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://papercraft-challenges.blogspot.com/

https://thecatspajamasrs.com/TCP/october-tcp-tuesday-challenge-373/

http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.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:  

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

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.  

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

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.

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

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


Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Cat Burglar Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hey peeps!  I love October because it brings back such wonderful memories of my boys when they were young and could not wait to go Trick-or-Treating.  I also remember the fun I had making all of their Halloween costumes.  Those were the days! 

A new challenge has started on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

I decided to use the darling "Cat Burglar Girl" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/230083045/digital-stamp-cat-burglar-girl-catwoman?ref=shop_home_active_2


The image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos.  I found the free background and the sentiment on the Internet.  The sentiment is raised with 3-D foam.  

I thought I would include the very first professional Halloween photo of my boys.  Adorable, aren't they?


Thank you for visiting.  I appreciate it.  Have a lovely day.  

Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:           Martha Stewart "Spider Web" punch

Sentiment:      Free clipart from the Internet

Background:  Free clipart from the Internet

Glitter paper and gem border are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://lovetocraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/2020/10/ltccb-51-october-anything-goes.html

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

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

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

 






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.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps

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

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:

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

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/

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/



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

Monday, August 26, 2019

Wynona Witch (with Cooking Pot Basket) by Conie Fong

Hi dear peeps!  Today, I am happy to share my altered liquor bottle project, as DT for Conie Fong, which I made for Conie's monthly Facebook challenge.  This month's theme is "Anything But a Card".  
I love altering liquor bottles and this was so much fun to make.   This is a long post, so here goes:


This is the bottle before I altered it:

After removing the labels and cleaning it with rubbing alcohol, I applied a coat of gesso.  Then, I painted the entire bottle with orange acrylic paint.  I lightly sponged red acrylic paint over the orange areas.  Next, I sponged on some purple acrylic paint around the perimeters of each side.  Once they were dry, I applied a coat of matte Mod Podge over the entire bottle to seal it. 

Then, I added the image and the other die cuts around the bottle.  The image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos pencils.  I drew the background fence.  Finally, I applied Mod Podge to the image and the die cuts.  Here are more views:

Back view:


Left side view:

Right side view:
The spider is raised with 3-D foam dots and I added Swarovski crystals for its eyes.

Top view:

OK, now I'm done - LOL!  Until next time.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:   Impression Obsession "Halloween Hill" die
Ghosts:   Memory Box "Ghost Trio" die
Spider:    SVG file
Bats:       Memory Box "Flying Bats" die
Spider Web:  Memory Box "Corner Spiderweb" die (small)
Spider Web:   SVG file (large)
Witch on Broom:  free clipart

Trim, ribbon, beads, Swarovski crystals, flower, gesso, Mod Podge and acrylic paints are from my stash.