DT CARD CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS CHALLENGE - A SKETCH

Hi everyone, hope you are all well. I have one post today, and this is my DT card for Creative Inspirations Challenge - a Sketch from myself. This fortnights Challenge is also a DT Call, as I have decided to step down. I have used a stamp from Magnolia, and this has been coloured with Copics. One of the first times I have used these lovely pens. Not very good, but I am sure practice will make perfect. I have cut the image out, and layered her on lilac card using foam pads to extra dimension. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Eva, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, ribbon, brads and some gems from my craft stash. Hope you will be able to join us for MY last Challenge as DT member at Creative Inspirations Challenge. Hope you have a great day and Happy Crafting!

GUEST DESIGNER DT CARD IT'S A CRAFTERS COMPANION CHALLENGE NO. 11

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. I just don't know where the days are going to anymore, they just seem to be flying past. Maybe it's because I have been so busy at work. Anyway, I have a card today for my contribution as Guest Designer for It's a Crafters Companion Challenge No. 11 - a Sketch (which I have rotated), but also adding the following elements :

Blue, White and Silver

Shaker

Ribbon

I have used one of the stamps from the Popcorn the Bear Collection, and this one is called "Angel Wishes", and this has been coloured with Twinkling H2O's. Inside the Shaker, I have put stars, beads, and blue and silver micro beads. The backing paper is from an 8x8 Papermania paper pad. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, paper flower with spacer and pearl brad, and some silver gems - all from my craft stash.

DT CARD CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS CHALLENGE - POCKET

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. I only have one card today, and this is my DT card for Creative Inspirations Challenge - Pockets. We want to see a

POCKET

on your card or project which could be anything crafty,as long as you have a pocket incorporate
in your creation.

I have used a stamp from a Special Edition Ornament Collection from Elizabeth Bell which is available from Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and this one is called "Three French Hens", and she has been coloured with a combo of Art-Kure WC Brushes, Sakura Gel Pens and also Twinkling H2O's. The image has been cut out and layered on green card cut with an Oval Nesty, to form a tag. The backing papers on my card are from a Basic Grey paper pad, and to finish the card - a stamped sentiment, a little organza ribbon and some Dew Drops, all from my craft stash.

Thanks for stopping by, and hope you will join us this fortnight on Creative Inspirations Challenge. Happy Crafting X

GUEST DESIGNER DT CARD WHIFF OF JOY CHALLENGE NO. 55

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. It's Wednesday, and half way through the week, cannot wait for the weekend! I have one post today, and this is my Guest Designer DT card for Whiff of Joy Challenge No. 55 - a colour combo Orange, Brown and Ivory. The stamp I have used comes from the Whiff of Joy Winter 2009 Collection, and this one is called "Oakley with Christmas Bauble", which has been coloured with Twinkling H2O's. The image has been trimmed down and layered on ivory, brown and orange card. The backing papers are from a My Minds Eye paper pack called Bloom and Grow. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, ivory satin ribbon, a paper flower with pearl brad, and some pearls - all from my craft stash. Thank you very much for stopping by, and hope you will join us this week on the Whiff of Joy Challenge. Happy Crafting X

FRIDAY SKETCHERS CHALLENGE NO. 77

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. I have one post today, and this is a card for Friday Sketchers Challenge No. 77. I have used a gorgeous stamp by Victoria Case, and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on blue and green card. I also punched some snowflakes from white pearlescent paper, and stuck them round the edge of the circle. The backing paper is from a Basic Grey paper pad called Eskimo Kisses, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, blue Dew Drops, and some gems from my craft stash. Thanks for dropping by, and hope you have a great day.

GUEST DESIGNER DT CARD IT'S A CRAFTERS COMPANION CHALLENGE NO. 10

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. Sorry I have not been around for a few days. The days are just flying by, and I don't seem to be getting anything done, but today I have a card for my Guest DT spot on It's a Crafters Companion Challenge No. 10. This was a Sketch (which I have rotated) with a twist to also include the following :

Gold, Red and White

Ribbon

Gems

Embossing (any kind)

I have used one of the Popcorn the Bears, called "Santa Bear", and he has been coloured with Twinkling H2O's, and once again all the fur "Fluffed up" with Liquid Applique. The image has been trimmed down and layered on red, white and gold card. The backing paper is from a Basic Grey paper pad called Wassail. I also ran two strips of pearlescent white card through a Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots" Embossing Folder, and then layered them on gold card. I also added a strip of white lace, with red ribbon down the centre of the card. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, red organza ribbon, and some red gems - all from my craft stash. Many thanks for stopping by, and hope you will join us on It's a Crafters Companion Challenge this fortnight.

VC STAMP CHALLENGE NO. 23

Now onto a card for a Challenge, and this card is for VC Stamp Challenge No. 23 - a sketch with a twist.... No Layers! That was really hard for me, as I love my layers, but I hope this meets the criteria. I have used this adorable fella from Victoria Case called Lil Snowman, and he has been coloured with Twinkling H2O's, and again his hats fur "fluffed up" with Liquid Applique. The image has been trimmed down, and mounted on pale blue card. There was no backing paper used, only some snowflakes embossed with glitter for the background. A pearlescent blue ink pad was run down the side of the card, and then topped with a white organze ribbon and bow. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment and a few pale blue gems for added interest. Thanks for popping by, and have a lovely day!

GUEST DESIGNER DT CARD WHIFF OF JOY CHALLENGE NO. 54

Hi everyone, hope you are all well. I am so excited today, as I was lucky enough to win "Guest Designer" spot on Whiff of Joy Challenge Blog for the month of November. So here is my first card, and this is for Challenge No. 54 - a fabulous Sketch from Jane. I have used one of my old favs from Whiff of Joy called "Lizzie with Muff", and she has been coloured with Twinkling H2O's, and all the fur "fluffed" up with Liquid Applique. The image has been trimmed down and layered on green and cream card. The papers are from 12x12 sheets from Fancy Pants called On the Tree and Yuletide Greetings. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, paper flowers with spacers and pearl brads, two pearl pins with beads, and some self-adhesive pearls - all from my craft stash. Thanks so much for stopping by, and hope you have a wonderful day!

POLLYCRAFT MONDAY CHALLENGE NO. 27

My second card is for Pollycraft Monday Challenge No. 27 - a fab Sketch. I have used one of the new stamps from Pollycraft called "Grace", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The wings have been glittered, and the fur on the hat has been "fluffed" with Liquid Applique. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on blue and white card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Figgy, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, ribbon, paper flower, spacer and pearl brad - all from my craft stash. Thanks so much for stopping by, and hope you have a wonderful day!

SKETCH AND STASH CHALLENGE NO. 22

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. A miserable day today here in Essex, pouring with rain! I hate driving in the rain, especially motorways! I have two posts today, and my first card is for Sketch and Stash Challenge No. 22, for which I have used a Sugar Nellie stamp which was specially made for Charity, and this one is called "Cherub". The image was stamped, and then the little cherub masked off, and the background sponged with a few various colours of Chalk Eye Inkpads. The wings of the Cherub were also glittered for some added interest. The backing papers are from a new paper pad I bought from Crafty Individuals called "Trees", and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, brads, gems and some lilac organza ribbon, all from my craft stash.

DT CARD CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS CHALLENGE - DOODLING

Hello everyone, hope you are all well, and have enjoyed your weekend. There is only one posting from me today, and this is my DT card for Creative Inspirations Challenge - Doodling -Somewhere on your card we want to see Doodling so get that creative flair and pens a doodling. I have used a stamp from Victoria Case which is exclusive to Susana's Custom Art and Card Design, and this cutie is called "Game Time". The image has been coloured with a combo of Sakura Gel Pens and Twinkling H2O's, and then trimmed to size and layered on pink and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad. I have "doodled" around the edge of my card, and also tried to doodle some flowers, but I must admit freehand is not my forte'. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, and some gems from my craft stash. Thanks for popping by, and hope you will join us this fortnight on Creative Inspirations Challenge. Happy Crafting X

CUTIE SUNDAY CHALLENGE NO. 65

My second card for today is for Cutie Sunday Challenge No. 65. I have used a stamp from Elizabeth Bell called "Especially for You". These stamps are now available from Crafts U Love. This image was coloured with a combo of Art-Kure WC Brushes, and Sakura Gel Pens, and then trimmed down and layered on yellow and green card. The backing papers are from a paper pad from Cosmo Cricket called Earth Love. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, and some self-adhesive pearls from my craft stash. Thanks for stopping by, and hope you have a fab weekend. Happy Crafting X

ANYONE FOR ANYA SKETCH NO. 3

Hello everyone, hope you are all well, and enjoying your weekend so far. The weather is a bit dull, and rainy in Essex, but that's OK, cos I will be inside crafting! I have two posts today, and my first card is for Anyone for Anya Challenge - a Sketch. I have used a stamp from The Greeting Farm called "Savannah", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The feather in her hair has been glittered, and a few tiny gems added. The image has been trimmed down and layered on pink and black card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Bittersweet, and to finish the card off - a stamped sentiment, jute ribbon and some gems - all from my craft stash.

SKETCH SATURDAY CHALLENGE NO. 74

And my final card for tody is for Sketch Saturday Challenge No. 74, for which I have used a stamp from Elizabeth Bell called "A Letter for You". These stamps are now available from Crafts U Love. The image has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens, and then trimmed down and layered on blue and pink card. The backing papers are from an A5 paper pad from Papermania called Blueberry Hill, and this was a Birthday pressie from my Blogging Buddy Donna (Donna's Doodles). The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, ribbon, flowers with gem brads, and some gems - all from my craft stash. Thanks so much for stopping by, and hope you have a great day! Happy crafting X

PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE - WEEK 72

Hello fellow crafters, it's Friday, and I cannot wait for the weekend! I get to lie in a little, and craft to my hearts content.... cannot wait! There are two posts from me today, and the first card is for Penny Black Saturday Challenge - Week 72 "Halloween". Speaking of Halloween, wonder if we will get any "Trick or Treaters" tonight? I have used a Penny Black stamp called "Apprentice", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been trimmed down and layered on purple and black card. The backing papers are from a 12x12 sheet of Imaginisce Scrapbook paper called Hallowhimsy/Wicked Whimsy. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, paper flower with gem brad, black satin ribbon and some lilac gems from my craft stash.

THE SECRET CRAFTER SATURDAY CHALLENGE NO. 55

And my final card for today is for The Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge No. 55 - a colour Challenge - Orange, plus one other colour. I have chosen "Brown", and have used a Penny Black stamp called "Beware of Cat!", which has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on orange and brown card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Eerie, and to finish the card - a stamped sentiment, a strip of brown ribbon and some buttons, all from my endless craft stash! Thank you very much for stopping by, and hope your have a great day! Happy Crafting X

FRIDAY SKETCHERS CHALLENGE NO. 75

Hello everyone, hope you are all well. What a strange morning, it is so foggy outside today, I cannot even see up the end of the street, glad I am working from home today. Perfect for Halloween........ Spooky!!! I have two posts today, and will kick off with a card for Friday Sketchers Challenge No. 75. I have used an Elizabeth Bell stamp called "Friendship", and this has been coloured with a combo of Art-Kure WC Brushes and Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a deckled edge rectangle nesty, and has been layered on yellow and green card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Porcelain. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, a strip of green ribbon and some Dew Drops - all from my craft stash.

THE SUGAR BOWL CHALLENGE NO. 22

My second card is for The Sugar Bowl Challenge No. 22 - a Sketch from Kathy, with the inclusion of Lace. I have used a stamp from Sugar Nellie's Country Cousins Collection called "Santa's Little Helper", and she has been coloured using Art-Kure WC Brushes, Sakura Gel Pens and Twinkling H2O's. The fur has been made using Liquid Applique. The image has been cut to size, and layered on cream and dusty rose card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Wassail. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, ribbon with a lacey edges, paper flowers with glitter, spacers and pearl brads, and some cream pearls - all from my craft stash. Thank you so much for stopping by, and hope you have a lovely day. Happy Crafting X

VC STAMP CHALLENGE NO. 22

Hello fellow crafters, hope you are all well at this half way mark to the weekend. I have two posts today, and my first card is for VC Stamp Challenge No. 22 - Fall Colours are all around us... use combo of Dark Brown, Red and Ivory. I have used a stamp by Victoria Case called "Taylor", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens and Twinkling H2O's. The image has been cut with an Oval nesty, and layered on Brown card. The backing papers are from a Basic Grey paper pad called Infuse. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, brown ribbon, paper flower with gem brad, and some red gems - all from my craft stash.

INKY IMPRESSIONS CHALLENGE NO. 20

And my second card for today is for Inky Impressions Challenge No. 20 - a fab Sketch. I have used an Inky Impressions stamp called "Flower Lili", and she has been coloured with Sakura Gel Pens. The image has been cut with a round nesty, and layered on maroon and pink card. The backing paper is from a Basic Grey paper pad called Sugared. A strip a scrap pink card was also run through a Cuttlebug "Swiss Dots" Embossing Folder, and a piece of maroon ribbon tied over the top. The card has been finished off with a stamped sentiment, paper flowers with pearl brads and some little pink gems - all from my craft stash. Thanks for stopping by, and hope you have enjoyed your visit. Hope you have a great day, and Happy Crafting X