Candy Cane by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  For those of you who celebrated Independence Day, I hope you had a wonderful day.  It's hard to believe that July is upon us.  Time flies too fast!

It is always a good idea to start making Christmas cards early.  I learned that lesson years ago.  That said, here is my DT inspirational slimline card using Candy Cane by Conie Fong.  This is part of Conie's Santa Gnome Gift and Sentiment Bundle.

This fabulous image is coloured with Copic markers.  The sentiment is also part of Conie's Santa Gnome Gift and Sentiment Bundle.  I added some Swarovski crystals on all the corners to balance the red colours.

If you have some time, why not visit Conie's Facebook group?  You will find some amazing inspiration, and she hosts a monthly challenge where you can win some adorable images.

Thanks so much for visiting.  It is very appreciated.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Slimline panel:  Spellbinder's "Flowering Slimline" die 
Frame:               Spellbinder's "Labels 4" dies

Challenges Entered 

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/  (this is one of those rare times when I didn't use

                                                                      patterned paper.  I nearly always love using floral

                                                                      pattered paper)

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftrocketchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://mostmagicaltimeoftheyear.blogspot.com/

https://peaceonearthchristmas.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

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

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

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

Molly Cutie by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  I hope you've done all your Christmas shopping, or close to it.  I'm all set and even mailed my Christmas and Hanukkah cards this past Tuesday.  I feel so accomplished!  LOL  

My DT inspirational slimline card showcases the darling Molly Cutie image by Conie Fong.  This image comes with a second image which has some minor differences, and it just as sweet.

As always, I used Copics and Polychromos to colour the image, and  I drew a simple background for this cutie. The sentiment is computer generated.

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

Resources and Tools Used 

Icicle Border:  Marianne Creatables "Icicle Border" die LR0135 

Challenges Entered 

https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/ (Y for youngsters)

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://jinglebellesrock.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

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

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

http://sparklesforumchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

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

http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Follow the Stars by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to this week's challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  Our theme is FESTIVE COLOURS. Perfect for this time of the year!   I chose the gorgeous Follow the Stars by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  

That lovely background is part of the Gnome Home:  Holiday Scene Builder Set digi by Sweet November Stamps.  I coloured this beauty and the scene with Copic markers.  The sentiment is a free clipart image. 

Well, that's all from me.  Remember to pop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog for more inspiration by the other Design Team members.  And, always up for grabs are some amazing prizes.  Hope to see you join in the fun.

Thank you for visiting.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Challenges Entered 

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/  X for Xtra special - will be send to an extra special

                                                                                                          person

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://52cct.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://peaceonearthchristmas.blogspot.com/

https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/

http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

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

https://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

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

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/

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/

Puppy Cuddles by Conie Fong

 Hi friends!  My DT card today features the endearing "Puppy Cuddles" image by Conie Fong.  I created it for Conie's Facebook challenge.  Conie also has a Colouring Only Challenge.  Why not join in the fun?  We would love to see your creations, and you may win some gorgeous images from Conie.

This lovely image is coloured with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos).   The background scene is drawn by me, and the beautiful papers and sentiment are from the Heartfelt Creations "Merry and Bright Collection" paper pad.

As always, I thank you for visiting.  I hope to see you again soon.  Take good care of yourselves.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Icicle border:  Marianne Creatables "Snowy Icicles" die  LR0392

Challenges Entered 

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

http://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/

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

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

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/

http://www.cleverdexter.com/2021/12/december-2021-clever-dexter-challenge-24.html

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://www.thehousethatstampsbuilt.com/

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

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

https://blog.yournextstamp.com/

Fairy Christmas Eve by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  Welcome to my DT post for the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  Our theme this week is " A Christmas Card".

I chose the gorgeous "Fairy Christmas Eve" image.  As you probably know by now, I just adore fairies.

What a glorious image!  I coloured it with Copics and Polychromos.  I decided to use non traditional Christmas colours.  I inked around the edges of the image to create a warm glow.  I used glittered paper for the icicle borders.

We would love for you to join in the fun.  You can check out the other lovely creations by the other Design Team members. And, remember that there are some amazing prizes up for grabs.

Thank you for taking time to visit.  I wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving, and here's hoping that whatever you do today, brings you happiness from morning until night.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Icicle border:  Marianne Creatables "Icicle Border" die LR0392

Sentiment:      Backed with Spellbinders " Classic Scalloped Border" dies

Glittered paper is from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://12monthsofchristmaslinkup.blogspot.com/

https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://thefairyandtheunicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

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

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

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

Christmas Carole by Conie Fong

Hello everyone!  Welcome to my DT post today.  I made this card for Conie Fong's monthly Facebook challenge.  If you join in the fun, you may win some gorgeous images from Conie.

This beauty is "Christmas Carole" by Conie Fong.  I coloured her with my trusty Copic markers.

I used part of Spellbinders "Grand Vaulted Cabinet" dies for the frame around the image.  I have quite a few Martha Stewart Around the Page punch sets, and I find that they work rather well on slimline cards.  Granted, you can only get three sides punched out but I still think they are fabulous.  And, I get to use some of my old punches...LOL.  

Thank you for stopping by; I truly appreciate it.  I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:   Spellbinders "Grand Vaulted Cabinet" dies

Base:     Martha Stewart "Snowfall" Around the Page punch set

Challenges Entered 

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://disdigidesignschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/  (W is for whimsical)

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

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

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

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

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

Christmas Glitter Shoujo by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Challenge #153 starts today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge blog.  http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

For this challenge, I chose the gorgeous "Christmas Glitter Shoujo" image which you can find in Vera's etsy shop (along with so many beautiful images) here:  

https://www.etsy.com/sg-en/listing/206638313/digital-stamp-christmas-ornaments-girl

I cut the border twice to make a nice frame for the image which is coloured with my favourite mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  The pretty background paper is from Heartfelt Creations' Merry and Bright paper pad. 

I hope you will join in the fun.  We would love to see your creations.  In the meantime, take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tool Used 

Border:       Joy Crafts "Ornate Edge" die  6002/0357

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered 

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

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

http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://stinkininkers.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Building Snowman by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  Here I am again with my final Christmas card for 2020.  I made this card for the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog's last challenge for this year. 

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

This adorable image is "Building Snowman" by Lemon Shortbread, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/479419633/digital-stamp-winter-building-snowman?ref=shop_home_active_117&pro=1

This sweet image brings back such fond memories of when my sons and I used to build snowmen when they were little.  We used to live in upstate New York right off Lake Ontario, and we had so much lake effect snow. Such fun!

I drew the background and added white flocking powder to her ear muffs.  I coloured the image with my Copics and Polychromos.

I wish you a wonderful and happy New Year.  Hopefully, it will be better than 2020.  Hugs to you, Lori xx

Tools and Materials Used 

Pine Branch:    Impression Obsession "Pine Branch" die 021N
Icicle Border:   Marianne Creatables "Snowy Icicles" die LR0392
Poinsettia:        Heartfelt Creations "Sparkling Poinsettia" stamp and die set
Sentiment:        Freebie from Bizzy Becs (raised with 3-D foam)

Challenges Entered 

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/
http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

Poinsettia Gnome by Conie Fong

 Hi friends!  I live in the northeastern part of New York and  you are probably aware that the northeastern areas of the U.S. had a severe winter storm yesterday.  We got 35 inches of snow!  My car is completely buried and it's 3 degrees (-16 degrees Celsius).  So cold!  

This is my DT card which I designed for Conie Fong's current Facebook challenge.  I used the delightful "Poinsettia Gnome" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/911455079/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_5&pro=1

This is the second card that I made with this darling image.  I coloured him with Copics and Polychromos.  The mistletoe is a free clipart image which I fussy cut and added 3-D foam to all the leaves.  I then added Stickles (Christmas Red) to the berries. 

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

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:      Marianne Creatables "Snowy Icicles" die LR0392

Mistletoe:  free clip art image from the Clip Art Library  http://clipart-library.com/clipart/55259.htm

Glittered paper (icicles), ribbon, and Stickles are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

https://craft-deebowz.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://yourscrapbookplace.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.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/

Jingle Bells Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello again and Happy December!  This is my second post today.  I am showcasing my DT inspiration using the super cute "Jingle Bells Girl" by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/743465425/digital-stamp-christmas-jingle-bells?ref=shop_home_active_20&pro=1 

She is so adorable!  I've coloured her with Copics and Polychromos.  I added Swarvovski crystals for some lovely sparkle and some bells. I also added white flocking powder on the trim of her dress, hat and boots. 

Today is the beginning of a new challenge over at the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  Why not join in the fun?

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

Thank you very much for visiting.  I always appreciate reading your comments.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:         Martha Stewart Around the Pages "Skylands Snowflake" punches
Corner:         Joy Crafts "Fleur-de-Lys" die 6002/0135
Sentiment:   Computer generated and raised with 3-D foam

Challenges Entered 

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://yournextstamp.com/blog/ (I made this card for my brother and his family)

Snowflake Imprint by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends!  Today, I am showcasing the stunning "Snowflake Imprint" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/263376288/snowflake-imprint-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_323 

I created this card for Ching-Chou's current Facebook challenge.  This week, the Design Team members were asked to create a card with "Something Beginning with B".  That said, I chose to use the colour blue.

This beautiful image is coloured with Copic markers.  I added Swarovski crystals to the centers of the snowflakes.  That's all from me, until next time.  Thank you for visiting.  I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Border:           Crafter's Companion "Sparkling Snowflakes 2" die

Snowflakes:   Memory Box "Batavia Snowflakes" die and Impression Obsession "Snowflakes" die

Challenges Entered

https://artsystamperchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/2020/09/ch-67.html

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://intaas.blogspot.com/  ( a bow, a die, blue)

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

 

Merry Season by Ching-Chou Kuik

Happy Monday, peeps!  I am sharing my 3rd card, as a Design Team member for Ching-Chou Kuik, which I made for her monthly Facebook challenge.  She also has a challenge blog.

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

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

November's theme is "Remembrance/Thanksgiving/Thinking of You" but the DT members' theme for this week is "Christmas".  I used the stunning "Merry Season" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/258790590/christmas-digital-stamp-set-of-4-images?ref=shop_home_active_205

How gorgeous she is!  I've coloured her mostly with Copic markers and a tiny bit with Polychromos pencils.  The white snowflakes are superimposed with the red ones for depth.  I added clear Swarovski crystals to the snowflakes so the card is nice and sparkly.  I made the pinwheel bow and added tiny bells on top.  I wish you a wonderful week.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:          Martha Stewart "Snowflake" border punch

Snowflakes:  EK Success punches and The Paper Studio (small snowflakes)

Die cut behind the image:  Spellbinders "Marcheline Plume" die

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals and bells are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenges Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Creative Fingers Challenge Blog
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Dream Valley Challenges Blog
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
Fabrika Fantasy Challenge Blog
http://fabrikafantasydigis.blogspot.com/2019/11/challenge-36-wintertime.html

Snowman and Birdie Friends by Conie Fong

Hi!  I hope you all had a happy weekend.  I love this sweet image and so I made a 2nd shaker card with it.  You can find "Snowman and Birdie Friends" in Conie's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/545580222/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_26

As a DT member for Conie, I made this for her monthly Facebook Challenge. 

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

I used a mason jar rubber stamp, fussy cut it (leaving 1/8 inch border around the image), and used 3-D pop dots to raise the jar so I could place the shaved ice into it.  I stamped the image again on silver paper and cut the lid out so it looks more realistic.

I coloured the image with Copics and  FC pencils.  I cut the snowflake and the snowflake corner twice and offset both die cuts to create some depth.  Enjoy your day.  xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Stamp:         Hot Fudge Studio "Mason Jar" rubber stamp

Corner:        Memory Box "Snowflake Corner" die

Snowflake:  Impression Obsession "Snowflakes" die 024-x

Title:            Designs by Winther free clipart

Bells, ribbon, Swarovski crystals, Magic Scraps Shaved Ice, glittered paper, and silver paper are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Crafting by Designs Challenge Blog
https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com/
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/2019/07/week-29-anything-goes-colouring.html

  

Snowman and Birdie Friends by Conie Fong

Hi!  I hope you are enjoying your weekend.  I am definitely not a summer person.  It's been in the high 80's here and very humid.  Mosquitoes and bugs everywhere.  Yuck!  I do, however, love the long days, beautifully coloured flowers, and the lush grass and trees.  

The theme for Conie Fong's Facebook challenge this month is "Always Anything Goes" with an option of "Create a Shaker Card".  

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

In addition to the monthly challenge, there is also a monthly Colouring Only challenge.  

I made a shaker card a few years ago, so this is only my second one.  Here is my DT inspirational card:

This darling image is"Snowman and Birdie Friends" by Conie, which can be found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/545580222/sale-digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp?ref=shop_home_active_26

I used Copic markers and Polychromos pencils to colour this sweet image.  The poinsettia is handmade.  I decided to make some falling snow around the image with Nuvo glitter drops.  The shaker itself is filled with Shaved Ice and tiny snowflakes.  Have a nice weekend.  xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Poinsettia:      Heartfelt Creations "Sparkling Poinsettia" die HCD1-766

Letters:           Cricut Expression cutting machine

Shaker:           Jillibean Soup "Small Circle" shaped shaker

Snowflakes:    The Paper Studio snowflake punch

Ribbon, Nuvo glitter Drops (White Blizzard) and Magic Scraps Shaved Ice are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
Creative Playground Challenge Blog
https://imaginethatdigistamp.blogspot.com/2019/07/creative-playground-challenge-7.html
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge Blog
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/