THE SECRET CRAFTER SATURDAY CHALLENGE NO. 44

Hello crafters, hope you are all well. I am so glad it is Friday, I have had an awful week at work, and am now looking forward to the weekend, and better still a week off next week. I have a few posts today, and will start off with a card for The Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge No. 44 - "Cute as a Bug" - we want to see cute bugs! I have used a stamp exclusive to Susana's Custom Art and Card Design from the Victoria Case Heart and Hugs Collection called "Forever Friends", and have coloured the image with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with an Octagonal nesty, and layered on orange and lilac card. The backing papers are from a DCWV 8x8 paper pad called Pocket Full of Posies, which I coincidently won on this Challenge Blog back in May 2009. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, a strip of lilac ribbon, a paper flower with a pearl brad, some Dew Drops and a Butterfly Charm, all from my craft stash.

IT'S A CRAFTERS COMPANION CHALLENGE NO. 3

My second card is for a new Challenge Blog for Crafters Companion, and this card has been made for Challenge No. 3 - a Sketch designed by Jane, with an added extra of Gems/Sparkle. I have used one of the Popcorn the Bear Collection, and this adorable little one is called Thinking of You, and the whole image has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens, which gives it a lovely sparkle even though you cannot seen if in the image. That is one of the main reasons I love using Sakura Gel Pens, because of their fabulous shimmer! The image has been trimmed down and layered on green and yellow card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called June Bug, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, and some gems for added interest. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a great day! Happy Crafting X

FRIDAY SKETCHERS CHALLENGE NO. 64

Hello everyone, hope you are all well, and having a lovely week so far. I have two posts today, and will start off with a card for Friday Sketchers Challenge No. 64, a lovely Sketch from Tanja. I have used a stamp from The Greeting Farm called "Snuggle", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on green and lilac card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Eva, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, strip of wide lilac ribbon, and some lilac and green gems - all from my craft stash.

INKY IMPRESSIONS CHALLENGE NO. 9

And my final card for today is for a new Challenge Blog for me - Inky Impressions Challenge No. 9 - a Colour Challenge - certainly celery, baja breeze, chocolate chip, pixie pink (or colours close to them). I have used an Inky Impression stamp called Lili's Secret, and she has been coloured with H2O's. I love these stamps, they are such cute images, and are so lovely to colour. The image has been cut to size, and layered on pink, green and blue card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Two Scoops, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, strips of brown ribbon, paper flowers with gem brads, and a few tiny little gems - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for taking time to visit my Blog, and hope you have enjoyed your visit. Have a lovely day and Happy Crafting!

STAMPAVIE AND MORE CHALLENGE NO. 55

My second card is for Stampavie and More Challenge No. 55, a Sketch from Flati. I have used one of the new stamps from Sarah Kay called "Elodie in her Garden", and she has been coloured with a combo of Art-Kure WC brushes, and Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been trimmed down, and layered on red and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Infuse, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, strip of green ribbon, paper flowers with pearl brads, and a few little red gems for added interest.

WHIFF OF JOY CHALLENGE NO. 42

Hi everyone, hope you are all well. I have a few posts today, so will get right down to it. My first card is for Whiff of Joy Challenge No. 43 - a wonderful Sketch by the very talented Jacqui. I have used one of the new stamps from Whiff of Joy called Claude Celebrating Giraffe, and he has been coloured with a combination of Art-Kure WC Brushes, and Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with an oval nesty, and layered on mocca and pale blue card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Granola, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, a strip of ribbon, and some paper flowers with gem brads.

DT CARD CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS CHALLENGE NO. 15

And my next card for today is my DT card for Creative Inspirations Challenge No. 15 - Tags - this theme has been chosen by fellow DT member Queenie - Yes this week crafters we want to see some Tags! So get your tags out and get crafting!! It can be on a card, layout ,album or gift we need to see those tags I'm sure you will get your creative juices flowing as per usual.. I have attempted to make a Tag card, and have used another Inky Impressions stamp called Angelica's Daydream, and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut out and layered with foam pads onto a tag cut from pink and green card. The papers used for this Tag card are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sultry. The card has been finished off with a strip of ribbon, some paper flowers with pearl brads, and some pink and green gems - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you will be able to join us on our Challenge for this fortnight! Once again I must also apologise for the poor quality pictures, still without my daughters camera, so I will have to live with using hubby's video camera for now, please bear with me! Thanks and Happy Crafting X

A SPOON FULL OF SUGAR CHALLENGE NO. 63

Hello everyone, two very quick posts from me today, as I have areally busy week ahead of me again, then I can relax as I will have a week off. Anyway, my first card is for A Spoon Full of Sugar Challenge No. 63 - Floral Fantasy - see something floral on your cards. I have used another gorgeous stamp from Inky Impressions called Lili's Secret, and she has been coloured with a combination of Sakura Gel Pens, and Art-Kure WC Brushes. The image has been cut with an oval nesty, and layered on lilac and pink card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Euphoria, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, a strip of ribbon paper flowers, and gems - all from my craft stash.

SKETCH AND STASH CHALLENGE NO. 16

Hello everyone, hope you are all well, and enjoying your day so far. I have one post today and this is a card for Sketch and Stash Challenge No. 16. I have used a new stamp from Whiff of Joy called Leon Celebrating Lion, and he has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The balloons have had a layer of Glossy Accents added, and the top of Leon's party hat has been glittered, for added texture. The image has been cut to size, and layered on pink and mocca card. The backing papers are also new from Craftworkcards called Scrummy Yummy papers, which I bought when I went to Glitter Pot last weekend. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, strip of ribbon, and paper flowers with pearl brads - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for dropping by, and hope you have a great day! Happy Crafting X

CUTIE SUNDAY CHALLENGE NO. 53

Hi everyone, hope you are all well, and the sun is shining wherever you are. I have one post today, and this is for Cutie Sunday Challenge No. 53. I have used one of my fav Inky Impressions stamps called Angelica's Heart Socks. She is so cute, and a pleasure to colour with Sakura Gel pens. The image has been cut out, and layered with foam pads on blue and pink card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, a strip of ribbon, a paper flower with gem brad, some pink gems, and two strings of self adhesive pale pink pearls to make up the swirls - all from my bottomless craft stash. Can I also apologise for the quality of the picture if it's a bit blurry or does not show the colours properly, but my daughter has taken her camera with her on holiday to Dubai with her Nana (wish I was going too!), and all I am left with is hubby's video camera, which I cannot get to grips with. Maybe time to buy my own little camera. Anyway, many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a fabulous day! Happy Crafting X

PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE - WEEK 60

And my next card is for Penny Black Saturday Challenge - Week 60 - "Summer". This cute Penny Black stamp is called "On the Beach", and has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been trimmed down and layered on turquoise, pink and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Two Scoops. I also ran two scrap strips of card through a Martha Stewart Punch, and a Fiskars "Ribbon" hole punch, and then threaded some pale green ribbon through the holes. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, some green gems, and a paper flower with gem brad. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a lovely day. Happy Crafting X

THE SECRET CRAFTER SATURDAY CHALLENGE NO. 43

Hi crafters, all I can say is... Thank goodness it's almost the weekend, just when I thought I would have an easy week, it's turned into a nightmare.. Anyway on with my posts for today, and the first card is for The Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge No. 43, a wonderfil Sketch from Jill. I have used an Elizabeth Bell stamp available from Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and for a change I have used Twinkling H2O's to colour the image in. I have also used some Flowersoft on the bunch of flowers, for some extra texture. The image has been cut with an Oval nesty, and layered on pink and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sugared, and to finish off the card, a stamped sentiment, strip of pink ribbon, some paper flowers with pearl brads, and some Dew Drops which I bought on my little trip to Glitter Pot last weekend.

SKETCH SATURDAY CHALLENGE NO. 62

And my second card is for Sketch Saturday Challenge No. 62. I found this Sketch a little tricky, but gave it a go anyway. I have used a stamp from Inky Impressions called Lili's Stuffed Bunny, and this has been coloured with a combo of Art-Kure WC brushes, and Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been trimmed down, and layered on pink and blue card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Euphoria, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, a paper flower with gem brad, and some pale blue gems, all from my craft stash. Many thanks for dropping by, and hope you have a great day! Happy Crafting X

FRIDAY SKETCHERS CHALLENGE NO. 63

Hi everyone, hope you are all well. I have two posts today, and will start off with a card for Friday Sketchers Challenge No. 63, another fabulous Sketch. I have used one of the new Elizabeth Bell stamps from Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and this adorable little girl is called Emma, and she has been coloured with a combination of Sakura Gel Pens, and Art-Kure WC brushes. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and the remaining layers have been cut with my Cricut. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Wisteria, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, a paper flower with a pearl brad and butterfly charm, and some purple gems, from my craft stash.

COLOUR CREATE CHALLENGE NO. 24

And my next card for today is for Colour Create Challenge No. 24 - Pink, Orange and Green, with the optional extra of "Hearts". I have used a new stamp from Elizabeth Bell, which is available from Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and this cutie is called "Rian", and she has been coloured with a combination of Art-Kure WC Brushes, and Sakura Gel Pen. The image has been cut to size, and layered on pink, green and orange card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sugared. The "Hearts" are all over the card - on Rian's trousers, little heart charm, and some pink heart gems too! The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment and paper flowers with pearl brads. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a lovely day. Happy Crafting X

THE SUGAR BOWL CHALLENGE NO. 16

Hello everyone, hope you are all well, two very quick posts from me today, as I have a very busy day ahead of me today. So much for thinking I was going to have an easy week! My first card is for The Sugar Bowl Challenge No. 16 - a wonderful Sketch by Marlene, with the added option of "Doodling" somewhere on your card. I have chosen one of the new Sugar Nellie stamps, called Manga Kids, and this has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on pink and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sultry. I have "Doodled" around the image, and also used some faux stitching. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, a strip of pink ribbon, and some pink and green gems from my craft stash.

WHIFF OF JOY CHALLENGE NO. 41

Hi crafters, hope all is well. A very quick post from me today, and this card is for Whiff of Joy Challenge No. 41 - "Floral". I have used one of my old Whiff of Joy stamps called Melinda with Muffin Basket, and this has been coloured with a combination of Sakura Gel Pens, and Art-Kure WC brushes. Melinda's wings have also been glittered with a Quickie Glue pen and Crystal Glitter. The image has been cut down, and layered on orange, pink and maroon card, and the backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sugared. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, a strip of pink ribbon, some gems, and some paper flowers with pearl brads - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a great day!

A SPOON FULL OF SUGAR CHALLENGE NO. 62

Hello everyone, hope you have all had a lovely weekend. I only have one post today, and this is a card for A Spoon Full of Sugar Challenge No. 62 - a wonderful Sketch by Caryn. I have chosen a Whiff of Joy stamp "Willow with Strawberry Basket", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on red and green card. The backing paper is from a Basic Grey paper pad called Euphoria. A strip of red card has been run through a Cuttlebug Embossing Folder, and then layered on green card. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, a strip of green ribbon, and some paper flowers with gem brads. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a great day! Happy Crafting X

PAPERTAKE WEEKLY CHALLENGE 28 07 09

Good morning everyone, what a lovely day it is today, hopefully it will remain lovely and sunny all day. I have one post today, and this is a card for Papertake Weekly Challenge, a wonderful Sketch. I have used a stamp from Elizabeth Bell which is available from Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and this cutie is called Young Alexa. The image has been coloured with a combination of Sakura Gel Pens, and Art-Kure WC brushes, and the layered on green card. A bigger piece of turquiose card was cut and the two sides run through a "Ribbon Threader" Fiskars paper punch. Blue ribbon has been threaded through the holes, and this then layered on yellow card. A strip of the same yellow card has also been run through a Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots" Embossing Folder. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Urban Prairie, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, some gold gems, and paper flower with gem brads from my craft stash. Thanks for stopping by, and hope you have enjoyed your visit. Have a lovely day and keep on Crafting!

CUTIE SUNDAY CHALLENGE NO. 52

Hi crafters, hope you are all well. A very quick post from me today, as I am off to The Glitter Pot with a fellow blogger Karen (Allsortsacards) today, to have a little retail therapy! This card today is for Cutie Sunday Challenge No. 52, and I have chosen a Sugar Nellie stamp called Manga Boy, and he has been coloured with a combination of Sakura Gel Pens, and Art-Kure WC Brushes. The image has been cut to size, and layered on green, blue and brown card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Archaic, and to finish the card off, a stamped sentiment, brown brads, two little hammer and pliers charms, and some blue gems - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for dropping by, and hope you have a lovely weekend. Hope the sun will be shining wherever you are, and Happy Crafting!