Pineapple by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends, and welcome to my post today.  Today starts the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  The theme is:

THAT SPECIAL LADY  

I chose the fabulous Pineapple image from The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my Design Team card.

I used my trusty Copic markers to colour the image.  I inked the edges of the frame, and I added some enamel dots at the bottom of the card.

Be sure to check out the other lovely cards made by the other DT members on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  There are some wonderful images to be won.

The Paper Shelter also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Club.  See here.

That's all from me today.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Joy Crafts "Round Corners Frame" die 6002/0631

Sentiment:  Computer generated

 

 

Pineapple by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Greetings friends!  Welcome to this week's post for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#563) which begins today.  The theme is

A WELL EARNED BREAK  

(any hobby or fun activity) 

My DT card showcases the adorable Pineapple by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  I love water, and I wish I was sitting next to her.  So relaxing!

I used Copic markers to colour her.  If you would like to see more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  While there, why not join us?  As always, there are some fabulous prizes to be won.  Also, TPS has a group on Facebook. 

Thank you very much for visiting, and I hope to see you again soon.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

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

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with a free clipart image 

Challenges Entered 

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://knutselsenkadootjes.blogspot.com/2023/06/nieuwe-challenge-bij-knutsels-en.html

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

http://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  Water makes me think of beaches, seas, lakes

                                                                                     oceans and ponds

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

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/    Disney's Land and Sea, Orlando FL 

https://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://www.stampingsensations.uk/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Beautiful Mermaid by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to my DT post for the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is WATERWISE.  Since I love mermaids, I chose the lovely Beautiful Mermaid image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Isn't she adorable?

I coloured the image with Copic markers, and I drew the background.  I stamped the little fish that she is looking at.  

For more wonderful inspiration by the other DT, just pop by The Paper Challenge Blog.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  As always, there are some lovely prizes to be won.

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

Resources and Tools Used 

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

Sentiment:  Memory Box "Hello Folksy Script" die (cut twice, chalked and offset) 

Challenges Entered 

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/ 

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/  

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/  (I love using dies on all my cards)

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

Jerina and Kitty by Digi Doodle Studios

 Hello, dear friends!  I am sharing my second DT card today which I created for the new challenge on the Digi Doodle Challenge Blog. And, while you are there, you can check out the other creations by the rest of the Design Team.

There are six new darling images on Digi Doodle Digi Stamps.  I used one of them called Jerina and Kitty.  Looks like this cute pair is practicing some relaxation techniques.

The theme this month is By the Sea / At the Sea / Under the Sea

I have always found that being near a lake, a sea or an ocean is so tranquil and so I decided to draw the pier and the background.  I coloured this adorable image with Copics and Polychromos.

Digi Doodle Studios also has a Facebook challenge.  Why not pop in and join in the fun on one, or both challenges?

Thank you for visiting and I hope to see you soon.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Sun:                Free clipart from Clipart Library 
Sentiment:      Computer generated
Wave border:  Joy Crafts "Under the Sea Edge Waves" die

Challenges Entered 

http://addictedtocas.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

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

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

Mermaid Shoujo by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello, dear friends!  Today I am sharing my DT card for Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog's new challenge.  I love mermaids and so I chose the gorgeous "Mermaid Shoujo" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222592277/digital-stamp-mermaid-shoujo-digi?ref=shop_home_active_146

 

Here is a side view of the card:

I used my trusty Copic markers and Polychromos pencils to colour this lovely image.  I added cheesecloth and real seashells for a more realistic feel.  

Remember to join in the fun and enter your lovely cards.  We would love to see your creations:  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:       Martha Stewart "Flourish Flower Trellis" punch

Starfish:      Free clip art from the Internet

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Seashells, cheesecloth and glittered flourish (from Michael's Arts and Crafts) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

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

http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

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.

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

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

Seashells, cheesecloth and Prills are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/
https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/  (purple is my favourite colour)
http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://craft-deebowz.blogspot.com/
   

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:

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

 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.

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

You can find the Facebook challenge here:

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

If you join in the fun, you may win some lovely images from Ching-Chou.  Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Flowers:      I Am Roses

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Ovals - Small" 

                    and  "Classic Ovals" dies

Corner:        Memory Box "Riviera Corner" die

Rose and Leaves:  Heartfelt Creations "Classic Rose" stamps and dies

Net and seashells are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://createfulheartcards.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/
https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/
http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/ - I love to add 3-D flowers to all my cards.  I even sneak some flowers on masculine cards! 

Enchanting Gold by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi everyone!  I hope you had an enjoyable weekend.  I just love mermaids so I chose the gorgeous "Enchanting Gold" image by Ching-Chou Kuik for my  DT card,  found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/269353424/klimt-style-mermaid-digital-stamp-set-of?ref=shop_home_active_291

The theme for her Facebook challenge, and her blog challenge, is "Embossing - Wet or Dry".  This week, however, the Design Team members' theme is "Add Some Sparkle". I am a huge fan of sparkle, so it was a no brainer...LOL!

There are 31 Swarovski crystals on this card.  It is quite sparkly IRL.  The image is coloured with Copic markers.  You can find Ching-Chou's current Facebook challenge here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/  
She also has a blog challenge: 
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/
Why not join in the fun?  You may win some beautiful images. 

That's all from me for this post.  Thank you for stopping by, and hope to see you again.  I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Flourish:     Cricut "Ornamental Iron II" cartridge

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Swarovski crystals, seashells, starfish, pearls and cheesecloth are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2020/05/challenge-185.html
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/
http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.com/
http://angiesdigitalstamps.blogspot.com/
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

Mermaid Seahorse by Lemon Shortbread

Hi friends!  Practicing social distancing and self isolation during this pandemic is so stressful and scary.  Please stay safe wherever you may be in the world.  
I am sharing my DT card which features the gorgeous "Mermaid Seahorse" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/730312931/digital-stamp-mermaid-seahorse-digi?ref=shop_home_active_16&pro=1

This inspirational card is for the Lemon Shortbread challenge blog.  Why not join in the fun?  You may win some beautiful images.

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

As you probably know by now, I am a huge fan of mermaids.  This lovely creature is coloured with both Copics and Polychromos.  I decided to create a little underwater scene for her and her little friends. I hope they like it...LOL!  The seahorse is a free clipart image which I coloured with Copics.  Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used

Net:            Marianne Craftables "Tiny's Fishnet" die CR1409

Border:       Memory Box "Big Splash Border" die

Seahorse:   Free clipart from Internet 

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

                   "Classic Oval Large" dies

Seashells, starfish and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://dianamlarson.blogspot.com/
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://coloritcreateitshowitoff.blogspot.com/2020/03/march-challenge.html
http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/
https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

Light of Beatitude by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello lovely peeps!  I hope you had a happy weekend.  We've had quite the snowstorm here.  I am sharing my DT card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge.  She also has a blog challenge.

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

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

If you enter one, or both, you may win some beautiful images.

 The DT's theme for this week is "Mythical Creatures".  I love mermaids and so I chose the glorious "Light of Beatitude" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/288934955/oriental-japanese-mermaid-digital-stamp?ref=shop_home_active_197

I used Copic Markers and Polychromos pencils to colour her.  The lace was originally white but I dyed it with Glimmer Mist (Cosmos).  Her wings are covered with clear Wink of Stella.  I made the flowers.  Enjoy your day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools used 

Lily pad:  SVG file

Flowers:  Fiskars punches (small and medium)

Die cut behind image:     Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Circles" dies

Label behind sentiment:  Spellbinders "Vintage Lace Motifs" dies  (cut down to shorten it)

Lace, pearls, prills, Wink of Stella and glimmer Mist are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
Gem of a Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Stamping Sensations Challenge Blog
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Dragonfly Dreams Challenge Blog
http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

Tender Blue by Ching-Chou Kuik

A very Happy New Year to you!  This is my first DT card this year which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's brand new 2020 monthly Facebook challenge. The theme is "New Year, New Beginnings or New Crafty Stash".  

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

What better way than to start off with a new birthday card, right?  This stunning image is "Tender Blue", found here: 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/586592192/under-the-sea-set-greyscale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_59

Items for "New Crafty Stash" include the flower die, the vine die, the gold button and coloured seashells.

As always, I used my usual mediums (Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils) to colour this lovely image.  I made the flower and the pinwheel bow. I cut the frame twice to make it longer than its original size and pieced it together.  And, I added cheesecloth under the seashells. 

In addition to a Facebook challenge,Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog.  There are some wonderful images that you can win if you enter either one.

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

That's all from me.  Thank you for stopping by, and I hope to see you soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:    Spellbinders "Pendants" die (cut twice)

Foliage:  Memory Box "Small Marianna Vine" die

Flower:   Spellbinders "Succulent and Mum Flower" dies

Frame behind sentiment:  Spellbinders "Inverted Scalloped Square" dies

Pearls, cheesecloth, Prills and ribbon 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/
Dragonfly Dreams Challenge Blog
http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/
The Crafter's Cake Challenge Blog (something beginning with C:  cheesecloth under seashells)
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
Gem of a Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Something New (flower and vine dies, button, seashells)
https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/
613 Avenue Create Challenge Blog
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
Stamping Sensations Challenge Blog
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Tuesday Throwdown Challenge Blog
http://tuesdaythrowdown.blogspot.com/
A Bit More Time to Craft Challenge Blog
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
Dream Valley Challenges Blog
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

Rainbow Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi everybody!  I hope you all had a lovely weekend.  This is my last DT card for this month which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Happy Christmas/Happy Birthday".  I love mermaids and so I chose the gorgeous "Rainbow Mermaid", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/706469543/under-the-sea-set-3-grey-scale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_21

 I love to make shaped cards so I thought that this free seashell clipart would compliment that beautiful image perfectly.  I have coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  I fussy cut the cute little fish (which was a challenge - LOL!) 

Ching-Chou also has a blog challenge.  If you enter one of her challenges, or both, you may win some beautiful images.  Why not join in the fun?

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

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

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

Materials and Tools Used

Seashell base:         Free clipart from internet

Die behind image:  Joy Crafts "Frame and Three Corners" die  6002/0356

Border:                    Memory Box "Big Splash Border" die

Sentiment:               QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies
Fish:                         Heartfelt Creations "Under the Sea" stamp

Swarovski crystals, seashells and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
Your Next Stamp Challenge Blog
http://yournextstamp.com/blog/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Stamping Sensations Challenge Blog
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Lilac by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps!  Welcome to my post today.  My DT inspiration card showcases the lovely "Lilac" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here:  

https://www.etsy.com/listing/586592192/under-the-sea-set-greyscale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_47

This card is for Ching-Chou's current Facebook challenge.  The theme this month is "Under the Sea". 

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

What a wonderful theme!   There is also a blog challenge:

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

I decided to keep my card simple because the background paper has so many lovely elements.  I used Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils to colour this beautiful image.  My flowers are handmade.  Have a wonderful day.  Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:        Joy Crafts "Deco Rectangle"  6002/0579

Flowers:      Martha Stewart "Hydrangea: punches (small and medium)

Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies 

Pearls, seashell charm and ribbon are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2019/06/challenge-27-for-someone-special.html
Classic Design Team Challenge Blog
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
A Bit More Time to Craft Challenge Blog
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

Sweet Pink Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning/good afternoon!  Today, I am showcasing the gorgeous "Sweet Pink Mermaid" by Ching-Chou Kuik.  You can find her here (along with 9 other beautiful mermaids):

https://www.etsy.com/listing/605406168/mermaid-set-greyscale-printable-instant?ref=shop_home_active_35

I made this card for Ching-Chou's monthly Facebook challenge.  The theme this month is "Under the Sea".

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

  She also has a monthly blog challenge.

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

She is coloured with a combination of Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  The flowers are handmade.  Well, that's all from me today.  Have a happy week.  Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

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

Flowers:  EK Success "Retro" punches (small and medium), SVG file

Dolphin:  Free clipart

Die behind image:  Spellbinders "Garden Weave" Die D'Lites

Pearls, pearl border, sea shells, starfish and cheesecloth are from my stash.

Rose Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi there, peeps!  I hope you had a lovely weekend.  It's so hard to believe that June is already here.  I love mermaids and the theme for Ching-Chou Kuik's monthly Facebook challenge is "Under the Sea".    I chose "Rose Mermaid", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/605406168/mermaid-set-greyscale-printable-instant?ref=shop_home_active_33&crt=1

In addition to a Facebook challenge, Ching-Chou has a challenge blog.  If you enter either one, or both, you may win some beautiful images.  Check it out:

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

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

Here is my inspirational DT card:

A front view of the card:

Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils were used to colour this gorgeous image.  I wish you a happy week.  Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Sides of card:  EK Success "Chinese Knot Chain" punch

Coral:              Marianne Creatables "Coral Seaweed" die

Flower:            EK Success "Gardenia" punch

Fish:                Heartfelt Crreations "Under the Sea" paper pad (I fussy cut it)

Leaves:           Cheery Lynn "Flourish Leaf Strip" die

Swarovski crystals and seashells are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog

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

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Crafting from the Heart Challenge Blog

https://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Lotus Delight by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps.  I made this card for a very special lady (my sons' grandmother).  I went through a devastating event a year ago and this amazing lady has given me so much support, comfort, and love during my darkest moments.  Words cannot express how grateful I am to have her in my life.  So, without further ado, here is my card:

I used the gorgeous "Lotus Delight" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here (along with 2 other beautiful images):

https://www.etsy.com/listing/288649921/mother-and-daughter-mermaid-digital?ref=shop_home_active_75

This week, the Design Team members were challenged to use some type of embossing.  This card is for Ching-Chou's monthly Facebook challenge.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
If you enter, there are some lovely images to be won both in her Facebook challenge and her blog challenge.
  I used my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos pencils) to colour the image .  The flowers are handmade.  Have a lovely week.  xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Embossing Folder:  Darice "Sea Shell Border"

Flowers:                  SVG file

Coral:                      Marianne Creatables "Coral Seaweed" die LR1406

Seashells, pearls and seahorse are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafting from the Heart Challenge Blog
https://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Artistic Inspirations Challenges Blog
https://artisticinspirationschallenges.blogspot.com/
Classic Design Team Challenges Blog
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Pink Gem Designs Challenges Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Golden Mermaid by Ching-Chou Kuik

Good morning/afternoon, dear peeps!  I hope you are all doing well.  I am enamoured with mermaids and so I chose this gorgeous image by Ching-Chou Kuik called "Golden Mermaid" for my DT inspirational card.  It is for her current monthly Facebook challenge:

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

You can find this glorious image, along with 3 other beautiful mermaids, here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/281547012/digital-stamp-mermaid-set-of-4-images?ref=shop_home_active_50

If you join our Facebook challenge, or the blog challenge, you can win some stunning images from her etsy shop.

The theme is "Spring/Easter"  and this week the Design Team members were challenged to use flowers.  Since I love to make my own flowers, I was thrilled!  I coloured her with my usual mediums (Copics and FC Polychromos pencils).  That's all from me for this post.  I wish you a lovely day.  Lori P xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Seashell frame:  Free clipart from the internet

Flowers:             SVG file and EK Success "Gardenia" punch

Wave Border:     Joy Crafts "Under the Sea - Edge Waves" die

Coral:                 Marianne Craftables "CR 1406 "Coral" die

Cheesecloth, seashells, pearls, tiny bottle, sand, sea horse, prills are from my stash

Challenges Entered 

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

A Gem of a Challenge Blog

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

A Bit More Time to Craft Challenge Blog

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

Classic Design Team Challenge Blog

https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Crafty Creations Challenge Blog

http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

Dragonfly Dreams Challenge Blog

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

Blue Sea Illusion by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello and welcome to today's post.  Ching-Chou Kuik has a monthly Facebook Challenge.  If you enter, you may win some of her stunning images.

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

It's been a year now that I have had the pleasure of being a member her design team.  It's been so much fun colouring her gorgeous images.  Today, I am showcasing her beautiful "Blue Sea Illusion" image which is found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/219255130/blue-sea-illusion-digital-stamp-instant?ref=shop_home_active_59  

and also as part of a set of three:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/595746376/under-the-sea-set-2-greyscale-printable?ref=shop_home_active_29

I used Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils to colour her.  All the flowers are handmade.  That's all from me today.  Have a lovely week.  Lori P xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frames:   Spellbinders "Scalloped Labels 1" and "Labels 1" dies

Bubbles:  Memory Box "Loopy Rings" die

Juniper:   Tim Holtz "Juniper" punch

Flowers:  Assorted punches

Title:        QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies

Ribbon, pearls, beads, lace, prills are from my stash.

Challenges entered
Through the Craft Room Door
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge #160
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/2019/01/challenge-160.html
The Paper Nest Dolls Challenges
http://thepapernestdollschallenge.blogspot.com/2019/01/january-challenge.html
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/2019/01/challenge-85-anything-goes.html

Sea Breeze

Hello there, peeps!  This is my first DT card which I created for this months's challenge over at Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook Challenge.  The theme is "Celebrations".  If you join, you may win some beautiful images from Ching-Chou.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

I absolutely love mermaids so I chose this stunning image called "Sea Breeze".  You can find her, along with 9 other gorgeous mermaids, in Ching-Chou's etsy shop here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/605406168/mermaid-set-greyscale-printable-instant?ref=shop_home_active_19

A close-up of this beauty:

I have coloured her with a combination of Copic markers and Prismacolor pencils.  I wish you a happy week.  Lori P xx

Recipe

Frames:  Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Circles" dies

               Spellbinders "Classic Scalloped Squares Large" dies

Robin's Nest clear dew drops (on lace), lace, tiny bottle, sand, starfish, seashells, Swarovski crystals and Magic Mesh are all from my stash.

The seaweed was made with an old SVG file.

Challenges entered

Morgan's ArtWorld
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
Jo's Scrap Shack
http://www.josscrapshack.com/2018/11/ffc-262-always-anything-goes-with.html
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/2018/12/challenge-158.html