Showing posts with label Love Nicole. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Love Nicole. Show all posts

Monday, March 4, 2024

Gnome Couple Bundle by Conie Fong - Card 3

Hello friends!  I hope you had a nice weekend.  My DT card today is made with Conie Fong's super cute Gnome Couple Bundle.  This bundle comes with the couple, the boy gnome, and the girl gnome.  This is the third card that I have made with this sweet couple.  


You can learn to draw how to draw the boy gnome by following Conie Fong's fabulous YouTube videos.  There are also a number of other simple images that you can learn to draw by following Conie's step by step videos.  

In addition to her YouTube videos, Conie has two Facebook Groups called Conie Fong Art & Design Group and Draw with Conie.



I coloured the image with Copic markers.  The pretty background paper is by Heartfelt Creations (Window Scenes Collection paper pad).

Thank you for stopping by.  Have a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Love Nicole "Wavy Squares" dies
Sentiment:  Computer generated and raised with 3-D foam
Paper:         Heartfelt Creations Window Scenes Collection paper pad


Challenges Entered  



Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Daisy Mouse and Hailey Hamster Bundle by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  Welcome to my post today.  Conie Fong has so many adorable and beautiful images in her etsy shop.  Today's slimline card features one of Conie Fong's super cute image called Daisy Mouse and Hailey Hamster Bundle.  I used the sweet Daisy Mouse image.




I coloured the image with Copic markers.  The sunflowers are handmade and are also coloured with Copic markers.  For more fabulous inspiration, please visit Conie's Facebook group here.

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


Resources and Tools Used 

Border:       Heartfelt creations "Fleur Border Basics" Dies
Frame:        Spellbinders "Standard Circles Large"and "Classic Scalloped Circles Small" dies
Sentiment:  Memory Box "Hello Folksy Script" die (cut twice and offset)
Flowers:      Spellbinders Die of the Month January 2019 (large flower) and
                        Love Nicole (small flowers)


Challenges Entered  

http://simplycreatetoo.blogspot.com/  (staying indoors with my pets makes me feel warm and cozy)





Monday, November 20, 2023

Pumpkin Emily by Conie Fong

Greetings friends, and welcome to my post today.  I needed one more Thanksgiving card in addition to the cards that I already made, so I made a third card using Conie Fong's Pumpkin Emily.  This time, I used two of my favourite colours, namely, pink and purple.  Here is my DT card:

 


As always, I used my Copic markers to colour this adorable image. The sunflower is handmade. There is more amazing inspiration on Conie's Facebook group

That's all from me today.  Thank you for visiting.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Sunflower:  Love Nicole dies
Leaves:       Spellbinders "Little Leaf" sets
Corners:      EK Success corner punch
Sentiment:   Computer generated
Frame:         Spellbinders "Labels 11" dies
Ribbon:       From my stash


Challenges Entered  






Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Sunflower Bella by Conie Fong

Hi there, friends!  Spring is here in my neck of the woods yet, on some days, it's still below freezing.  Go figure!

I have created yet another card using Conie Fong's adorable "Sunflower Bella" image.  I love this image because it is so versatile.  Here is my DT card which I made for Conie Fong's current monthly Facebook challenge.  Conie also has a Colouring Only FB challenge.  Why not join in the fun?  We would love to see your creations, and you may win some beautiful images from Conie.


As always, I used my trusty Copic markers to colour this darling image.  Well, that's all for today.  Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Slimline die:  Whimsy Stamps "Slimline Connected Rectangles" die
Sunflowers:   Love Nicole "Sunflower" dies
Sentiment:     That Craft Place "Scrabble With Love" digis  (no longer available)


Challenges Entered 




Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Aster Flower Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

 Good morning/afternoon!  I hope your weekend was enjoyable.  Here we are with another new month.  May went by so fast, right?

I am sharing my DT inspirational card for the new challenge which begins today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog:  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

This gorgeous young lady is "Aster Flower Girl" by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps and can be found here:   https://www.etsy.com/listing/621688390/digital-stamp-aster-flower-girl-digi?ref=shop_home_active_53


Aster flowers are lovely perennials and symbolize love, wisdom, patience, faith, elegance and beauty.  They come in a variety of colours.  In Greek mythology, it is said that the aster was created by the tears of the Greek goddess, Asteraea.

I used Copics and Polychromos to colour this beautiful image.  The aster is handmade.  

Thank you for visiting, and remember to join in the fun with your creations.  The theme is "Anything Goes", as always.  Hugs, Lori xx


Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:         Spellbinders "Oval Regalia" die
Flower:        Love Nicole die
Foliage:       Spellbinders "Romantic Vines" dies
Sentiment:   Computer generated and back with Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Ovals - Large die
                         and "Classic Ovals Large" dies


Challenges Entered 

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/  (sparkle is the center of the flower)



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






Thursday, September 24, 2020

Sunflower Bella by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  I am enjoying this wonderful fall weather.  And, speaking of fall, the theme for Conie Fong's Facebook challenge this month is "Fall Colours".  I chose the darling and versatile "Sunflower Bella"as my DT inspiration, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/605794767/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_114&crt=1

I have a fondness for teddy bears because both of my boys loved their teddy bears when they were young (and, I still have their bears...LOL).

I cut the border twice to give it more depth.  The sunflower is handmade.  I added Flower Soft to its middle.  The image is coloured with Copics and Polychromos.  Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Enjoy your day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:       Spellbinders "Venetian Accents" border die
Frame:        Joy Crafts "Round Corners Frame" die 6002/0631
Foliage:      SVG file
Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies
Sunflower:  Love Nicole die

Embroidery floss and gems are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

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

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:


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.
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

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





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


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:

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 


Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Butterfly Fairy Curtsy by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello, dear friends!  There's a new challenge starting today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  
The theme is "Anything Goes".  Here is my DT inspiration:


Isn't she lovely?  The image is "Butterfly Fairy Curtsy", found in Vera's esty shop here:

This sweet fairy is coloured with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  I found the free scrabble tiles on the Internet.  I printed the letters that I needed and fussy cut them.  A bit of a challenge because they are so tiny...LOL.  Then, I coloured them and raised them with 3-D foam.  

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

Materials and Tools Used 

Foliage:      Cottage Cutz "Greenery" dies
Flowers:      I Am Roses and Love Nicole (large blue flower)
Sentiment:  Free scrabble tiles from the Internet

Challenges Entered 



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:
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 



Monday, May 25, 2020

Tea For Two by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  We had such lovely weather last week.  It's finally getting warmer and the sun is shining.  There are two beautiful trees in full bloom and some pretty ornamental grasses and shrubs right outside my apartment.  I am surrounded by scenic beauty.

My DT card features Conie Fong's gorgeous "Tea For Two" image, found here:


I just love this image because it evokes such happy memories.  I drew the serving tray.  The image is coloured with both Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  All the flowers are handmade.   

I made this card for Conie's current monthly Facebook challenge (theme:  Female/Mothers). Why not join in the fun?  
Conie also has a Colouring Only challenge.

Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:     SVG file
Foliage:   SVG file
Flowers:  Love Nicole (large blue flower)
                EK Success "Gardenia" punch (medium flowers)
                EK Success "Retro" punch (small flowers)

Ribbon, pearls. Prills and gems are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/ - (my favourite embellishment is flowers.  I love to make my own 3-D flowers and nearly always do.  I can't seem to make a card without adding flowers!)




Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Sunflower Bella by Conie Fong

Hi peeps!  My design team card for Conie Fong's monthly Facebook challenge features the delightful "Sunflower Bella" image by Conie, found here:
I am not too happy with the dark colours but such is life...LOL!  
If you enter, you may win some adorable images from Conie.


As usual, I coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  The flowers are handmade.  Thank you for visiting.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frames:       Marianne Creatables "Anja's Oval" die LR0376
Foliage:       Creative Expressions "Leafy Branches" dies, Finishing Touches - Sue Wilson CED1522
Flowers:      Love Nicole
Sentiment:  Creative Expressions "Sending Hugs" Mini Shadowed Sentiments die CED SS005

Ribbon, pearls and flower centers are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
Digi Choosday Crafting Challenge Blog
Your Next Stamp Challenge Blog
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog





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 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/



Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Autumn's Here by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning, and welcome to my inspirational post for Ching-Chou Kuik's new Facebook challenge.  Today, I am featuring the gorgeous "Autumn's Here" image, found here:
This month's theme is "Fall/Fall Colours".  If you join in the fun, you may win some beautiful images from Ching-Chou.
She also has a challenge blog:


She's coloured with Copics and Polychromos pencils.  I applied clear Wing of Stella to her wings.  The tiny sunflowers are handmade.  Lastly, I sponged around the perimeter of the image to add some warmth.  Enjoy your day!  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used  

Flourish:    Cheery Lynn "Fanciful Flourish" die (small)
Flowers:     Love Nicole die (small sunflowers)
Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies

Large flower, leaves, twine, flower centers and Wink of Stella 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
Simon Says Stamp Challenge Blog
https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com
Through the Craft Room Dooe Challenge Blog
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
A Gem of a Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com
A Bit More Time to Craft Challenge Blog
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
Crafty Creations Challenge Blog
http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/