Orchid Lady by Lemon Shortbread Stamps

Hello friends!  I hope you are well and staying safe.  It's time for a brand new challenge over at the Lemon Shortbread Blog:

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

As always, the theme is "Anything Goes".  I used the gorgeous "Orchid Lady" image, found here in Vera's etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/603815658/digital-stamp-orchid-lady-face-digi?ref=shop_home_active_55&pro=1

She is so beautiful!  I coloured her with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The orchid is handmade.  I added glitter to the orchid for some sparkle.  Thank you for visiting.  I appreciate it so much.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:        Sizzix "Dotted Squares" Framelits dies

Flower:       Heartfelt Creations "Botanic Orchid" stamps and dies

Foliage:      Spellbinders "Romantic Vines" dies

Sentiment:  QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies

Ribbon, button, pearls and pearl border are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

After Midnight by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi all!  Here is my latest DT card for Ching-Chou's brand new Facebook challenge.  The theme is "Embossing - Wet or Dry or Both".  I used the beautiful "After Midnight" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/535216501/after-midnight-instant-download-digital?ref=shop_home_active_130

I decided to go with dry embossing.  I have quite a number of embossing folders so I should remember to use them more often.  I think they add a lovely touch to any card.  To colour this pretty image, I used a combination of Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The little flower is handmade. 

Ching-Chou also has a challenge blog.  To enter the blog challenge, click here:

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

and to enter the Facebook challenge, click here:

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

If you enter either one, or both, you may win some beautiful images from Ching-Chou.  Thank you for visiting.  Have a happy day, and stay safe.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Mask:  Spellbinders "Venetian Accents" dies

Flower:  EK Success "Gardenia" punch

Butterflies:  Martha Stewart "Monarch Butterfly" and "Classic Butterfly" punches

Embossing Folder:  Crafts-Too "Garden Flowers"

Swarovski crystals, feather, ribbon, flower center and glittered paper (for the butterflies) are from my stash.

Snowy Delivering Presents (no hat) by Conie Fong

Happy Saturday, lovely friends!  This is my second DT inspiration for Conie Fong's current challenge on Facebook.  This month's theme is "Lace and/or Pearls".  Since I love both, I managed to use both on my card.  This versatile and darling image is "Snowy the Penguin Delivering Presents" found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/265611623/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-snowy-delivery?ref=shop_home_active_62 and here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/265861892/digital-stamp-digi-stamp-digistamp-snowy?ref=shop_home_active_64 

The challenge closes at the end of this month so there is still time to enter.  

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

I drew the fence, and used Copics and Polychromos to colour this adorable image.  Thank you for visiting.  Stay safe, and enjoy your weekend.  Hugs, Lori xx

Pearls and lace are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://ikesworldchallengeblog.blogspot.com/  (P is for penguin)

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

Rainy Days Girl with Umbrella by Lemon Shortbread

Hi!  A brand new challenge starts today at the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog (the theme is always "Anything Goes").  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/ 

The darling image that I used is "Rainy Days Girl with Umbrella", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/271022923/digital-stamp-rainy-days-girl-with?ref=shop_home_active_136

Isn't she darling?  I used mostly Copic markers to colour the image.  The flowers and hatpin are handmade.  I used 3-D pop dots under the umbrella for added dimension, and I applied Mod Podge "Dimensional Magic" on the raindrops and puddles so that they appear realistic.  Thank you for visiting.  Hope to see you soon.  Stay safe.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Umbrella:    Marianne Creatables "Vintage Parasol" die LR0263

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

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Ribbon, Swarovski crystals, Magic Mesh, EK Success Sticko dimensional stickers, beads and pearls are from my stash.

Challenged Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/2020/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/
https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/2020/04/challenge-189.html#comment-form
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

Shih Tzu by Ching Chou Kuik

Hi peeps!  I hope you had a restful weekend.  Today's card features the adorable "Shih Tzu" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/199092530/shih-tzu-digital-stamp-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_235

This is my DT inspiration for Ching-Chou's current Facebook challenge (theme: Animals).  She also has a blog challenge. 

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

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

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

I coloured the image with my trusty Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The beautiful flowers are from I Am Roses.

Due to COVID-19, Ching-Chou will give you the following lovely freebie, once the challenges end, if you enter either one:

  Thank you for visiting, stay well, and stay safe.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:        Spellbinders "Marcheline Plume" die

Flowers:      I Am Roses

Butterfly:     Momenta Recollections Template 542704 butterfly die

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftycreationschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://iamroses-challenge.blogspot.com/
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://yournextstamp.com/blog/

Chihuahua Lover by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi friends!  This is my second DT inspirational card this month which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Facebook challenge.  This month's theme is "Animals".  She also has a blog challenge.

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

  My card features the adorable "Chihuahua Lover" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/202055380/chihuahua-lover-digital-digi-stamp?ref=shop_home_active_384  

The beautiful flowers are from "I Am Roses".  To colour this sweet image, I used Copics and Polychromos. 

This month, Ching-Chou will give anyone who enters either challenge this lovely free image once the challenges close:

Thank you for visiting.  I truly appreciate it.   Stay safe, and enjoy your day, Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:     Spellbinders "A2 Valiant Honor" dies

Flowers:   I Am Roses

                https://www.iamroses.com/

Challenges Entered

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2020/04/challenge-183.html
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/
http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/
http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://dianamlarson.blogspot.com/
http://angiesdigitalstamps.blogspot.com/
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/
http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://ikesworldchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.com/

Papillon by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends!  I am hoping that you are well, staying safe and relatively sane during all this craziness.  My DT card today showcases the adorable "Papillon" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/193103173/papillon-digital-stamp-instant-download?ref=shop_home_active_322

I made this for Ching-Chou's brand new Facebook challenge.  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

The theme is "Animals". She also has a blog challenge.
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/
  Entering one, or both, may result in winning some beautiful images from her.

Due to the current COVID situation, Ching-Chou will give you (once the challenges end) this gorgeous freebie if you join the Facebook or the blog challenge:

I coloured this darling image with my trusty Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  In addition to the flowers and lace, I used an embossing folder to add a bit more texture to the card.  I thank you for visiting,  Again, please stay safe.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:  Spellbinders "Label Eighteen" dies

Embossing folder:  Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots" (behind the image)

Lace and flowers (Wild Orchid Crafts) are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://letscreatechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.com/