Wee One by Whimsy Stamps

Hello friends!  One of my son's friends had a baby girl recently.  So, today I am sharing a baby card which I created using a darling digital image designed by Sylvia Zet (Wee Stamps) for Whimsy Stamps.  You can find that image here.

I coloured this sweet image with Copic markers.  The flowers are handmade.  I finished the card off with some pink sheer ribbon.  

Whimsy Stamps has a Facebook group called Whimsy Stamps and Inspiration where you will find some lovely cards/projects.

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

Resources and Tools Used  

Flowers:      Spellbinders "Floral Oval" etched dies by Marisa Job (large flower) and 
                            EK Sucess "Retro" medium punch (small flowers)

Sentiment:  Computer generated

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://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

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

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://twooldbatshalloweenchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://theoutlawzchallenges-monday.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/

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://twooldbatshalloweenchallenge.blogspot.com/   

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

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/

  

Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends! Welcome to my Design Team post for the new challenge (#601) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog which begins today.  This week's theme is

SUMMER ACTIVITIES 

There are so many wonderful and fun summer activities.  Personally, I like to relax, read a good book, and have a delicious margarita, or two!  I found the perfect image for my slimline card called Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  This young lady certainly has the right idea as far as I am concerned!  

As usual, I coloured her with Copic markers and I drew a relaxing background for her.  Now she is all set.  

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  This group has some great inspiration.  For more inspiration, stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  You will see more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members.  While there, why not join our challenge?  There are some lovely images to be won.  Check out the new prize details as of June 2024:

Take good care of yourselves, and have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Flower Puffs" slimline paper pack

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Bow:           Unknown

Iris Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Greetings friends!  Well, today is the last day of MerMay.  That said, I just had to create another mermaid card.  I found this beauty in my drawer of uncoloured images, so I decided it was time to colour her.  She is Iris Mermaid, a greyscale image, by Ching-Chou Kuik.  Here is my slimline card. 

I used Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils to colour her.  The beautiful background paper is by Whimsy Stamps.

That's all from me today.  Have a happy day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Corners and border:  Martha Stewart "Deco Fan" Around the Page punches
Designer paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Under the Sea" slimline paper pack
Sentiment:                  Computer generated

Mermaid YouTube Video by Conie Fong

Hi friends!  I am sharing yet another mermaid card.  You can learn how to draw this cutie by following Conie Fong's step by step YouTube video tutorial called Draw With Conie.  Conie Fong also has quite a number of other simple images that she teaches you how to draw.  Here is my Design Team slimline card.

I coloured the image with Copic markers, and then I fussy cut it.  The lovely background paper is by Whimsy Stamps.  It's a lovely scene by itself, but I couldn't resist adding three tiny fish.

In addition to Conie's YouTube channel, she also has two groups on Facebook.  One is called Draw With Conie.  This is where you can share any images that you've drawn using Conie's directions.

The other Facebook group is called Conie Fong Art & Design Group.  There you will find some wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members and other crafters who love using Conie's images. 

Lastly, Conie has an etsy shop (ConieFongArt) where you will find so many gorgeous images. 

 

Thank you for taking the time to visit.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Under the Sea" Slimline Paper Pack

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Fish:            Unknown dies

Rosealea Mermaid by Conie Fong

Hello friends.  Hope you are well.  As you probably know, I just love mermaids. And, since May is MerMay, I am sharing another DT inspirational card featuring one of Conie Fong's newest releases called Rosealea Mermaid.  I am obsessed with this gorgeous image and so this is my third card using her.  This beauty is available facing right and left. She is available in both PNG and JPG versions, along with two sentiments.

As always, I used my favourite medium to colour her (Copic markers), and  I drew some bubbles around her.  The lovely background paper is "Under the Sea" Slimline Paper Pack by Whimsy Stamps.  The sentiment is computer generated.

Conie has a monthly Facebook group If you have some time, check it out here.  You will find some amazing inspiration.  

Thank you for visiting.  I wish you a happy day,  Until next time, Lori xx

Challenges Entered 

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/
https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
https://paperdragonflycreativechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com/ (M for mermaid)

https://worldwidecrafterscoloristschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

Cupcake Honey Bee by Conie Fong

Hey there, friends!  I hope those of you who celebrated Easter had a wonderful day.  

My DT inspirational card today features the delightful Cupcake Honey Bee image by Conie Fong.  I am allergic to bees IRL and I actually panic when I see one!   

This little bee is available in both PNG and JPG formats, and comes with 5 super cute sentiments.

As always, I used Copics to colour this cute image, and I drew a simple background.  I added clear Wink of Stella to the wings for a lovely shimmer.

For more amazing inspiration, head over to Conie's Facebook group where she hosts a monthly challenge.  If you join in the fun, you may win some fabulous images.

Well, that's all from me today.  Thank you for popping by. Enjoy your day.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Patterned paper:  Whimsy Stamps "Flower Puffs" slimline paper pack

Sentiment:           Computer generated

Challenges Entered   

https://alphabetchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (beauty, where there are flowers, there are bees)

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/  (Dollywood's Busy Bee Ride, Pigeon Forge, TN)

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

 

The Mermaid and the Treasure by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to my DT post for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#529).  This week's theme is ALTER IT.  I chose a gorgeous image called The Mermaid and the Treasure by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  In keeping with the theme, I used only the top portion of the full image.  

This lovely mermaid is coloured with Copic markers. I found the free porthole clipart image on nicepng and coloured it with Copics as well.

That's all from me today.  Don't forget to visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see the other amazing creations from the rest of the Design Team.   And, while there, why not join in the fun?  There are some wonderful prized to be won.  

Thank you so much for visiting, and hope to see you again.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tooled Used

Porthole:    nicepng free clipart

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Under the Sea" slimline paper pack

Challenges Entered 

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

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

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://rabiscochallenge.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

Nixie Mermaid by Digi Doodle Studios Digi Stamps

 Hello friends!  Hope you are doing well.  Hard to believe it is August already, right?  A new challenge begins today on the Digi Doodle Studios Challenge Blog.

There is a wonderful theme this month:  By the Sea/At the Sea/Under the Sea.

I chose the gorgeous Nixie Mermaid image by Digi Doodle Studios Digital Stamps as my DT inspiration.

She is coloured with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.   I love the fabulous background paper by Whimsy Stamps.  I think it compliments the image beautifully.  The cute little koi is by Heartfelt Creations Under the Sea paper pad.  I fussy cut the koi, and I added some 3-D foam under it to give it a curved look. 

I stamped some seagrasses and I drew the rock that Nixie is sitting on. 

There is also a Digi Doodle Studios Facebook challenge.  If you join in the fun on one challenge, or both, you may win some truly lovely images by DDS.

Thank you so much for visiting.  I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Resources and Tools Used 

Koi:            Heartfelt Creations Under the Sea paper pad
Frame:        EK Success "Dotted Wave" punch 
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

http://addictedtocas.blogspot.com/

https://alphabetchallengeblog.blogspot.com/  (I am interested in anything relating to water. Swimming,

                                                                           boating, beach)

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

http://starstampz.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/  (Happiness is water.  In it, on it, under it, or by the sea, lake, ocean)

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Cute Girls Coffee by Scrappy Boy Stamps

Hello friends!  I decided to partake in Scrappy Boy Stamps' Facebook challenge.  To enter this particular challenge, one must use a non-holiday image by Scrappy Boy Stamps and turn it into a holiday project.  I chose the adorable Cute Girls Coffee image for my entry. This adorable image comes in two versions:  a girl with tea and one with a coffee cup.

 

Well, that's all from me today.  Thank you for stopping by.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Slimline die:   Whimsy Stamps "Slimline Connected Rectangles Die" SWD551

Sentiment:      Computer generated

Corners:          EK Success

Challenges Entered 

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://paperdragonflycreativechallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/

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 

http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

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

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://www.cleverdexter.com/2022/03/march-2022-clever-dexter-challenge-27.html

https://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://daringcardmakers.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

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

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

https://www.welovestamping.co.uk/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://blog.yournextstamp.com/

Happy New Year! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  I hope you had a wonderful holiday.  Welcome to Team A's first challenge of 2022 for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog. 

The theme this week is "New Beginnings".  The lovely image that I chose is Happy New Year by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.

This delightful image is so cute.  I coloured it with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  I wanted the card to have a festive look so I added some balloons and stars.  The border at the top was cut twice and offset for added dimension.

Thanks so much for visiting.  Don't forget to stop by The Paper Challenge Blog to see the beautiful cards by the other designers.  And, while you are there, why not join in the fun?  We would love to see your creations.  And, remember that there are some fabulous prizes up for grabs.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:               Memory Box "Pristine Border" die

Stars:                  Tiny punch by Studio G

Balloons:            Unbranded die set from Amazon

Numbers:            QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies

Balloon strings:  Whimsy Stamps "Happy Everything" clear stamp set CWSS115

Challenges Entered 

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

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

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://dianamlarson.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2022-01-13T00:00:00-08:00&max-results=1&start=1&by-date=false

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://riverofcreativity.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

https://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

         

About Christmas No. 1 by Mirtillamente Digital Stamps

Hello  dear friends.  I hope you are making progress on your Christmas shopping.  Last month, I won a Guest Designer spot for this month on the Rabisco Challenge Blog.  I was given a choice of three images and I chose "About Christmas No. 1 by Mirtillamente Digital Stamps".  Here is my card:

There are six images included with this digital stamp and I selected three of them.  They are coloured with Copic markers and FB Polychromos pencils.  I used the fabulous fabulous "Slimline Connected Rectangles" die by Whimsy Stamps.  I used glittered paper to cut it out.  I love this die!  The sentiment is computer generated.

That's all from me today.  Thanks so much for visiting.  I wish you a happy weekend.  Hugs, Lori xx

Challenges Entered 

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://alphabetchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://cardztv.blogspot.com/

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

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/

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

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

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

Winter Fairy by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  Christmas is fast approaching, and this year the celebrations will be so different for many of us.  

My DT card today features the gorgeous "Winter Fairy" image by Lemon Shortbread, found in Vera's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/482072615/digital-stamp-winter-fairy-digi-fantasy?ref=shop_home_active_113 

I created this card for the new challenge which commences today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog:

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/  

I drew a snowy background for her. I decided to apply white flocking powder to her hat and to the trim on her jacket.  I also added clear Wink of Stella to her wings. She's coloured with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  The poinsettia is hand made.

I hope you are either finished with your Christmas shopping or nearly done.  Thank you for stopping by, and I hope to see you again.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Icicles border:   Marianne Creatables LR0392 "Snowy Icicles" die
Pine branch:     Crafter's Companion "Seasoned Sprigs" die (Winter Wonderland Collection)
Poinsettia:        Whimsy Stamps "Build a Poinsettia" die
Sentiment:        Freebie by Bizzy Becs (coloured by me)

Challenges Entered

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/2020/

Goldie

Hi, crafty friends!

I was looking for something in my craft room a few days ago and I discovered this card that I made a little while ago.   While on Facebook today, I saw a reminder on the Whimsy Stamps and Inspiration group regarding their current blog challenge, so I thought I'd enter my card showcasing Sylvia Zet's  adorable "Goldie" image, found on Whimsy Stamps here:

https://whimsystamps.com/products/goldie

 I coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  I used Martha Stewart's Deep Edge Punch called "Flourish Flower Trim" for the sides (which, when the card is open, you can see through the sides). 

My flowers are made with EK Success' medium and small "Retro Flower" punches. I also used Memory Box "Loopy Rings" die  http://www.memoryboxco.com/98370-Loopy-Rings-craft-dies_p_138.html

 Swarovski crystals, seashell, starfish and gauze are from my stash.

A close-up:

And a side view:

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