Halloween Pumpkin Kid

Pulled out all the stops on one of my favourite colours for this one!  I also did some experimenting with a style that I haven't tried before and a product that I have only used once before to produce more of a solid colour.

I am entering my card into these challenges:
A Day For Daisies - Halloween
http://www.adayfordaisies.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/adfd-new-release-pumpkin-heads.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Halloween
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-108.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Orange + Orangey things
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/10/its-colour-challenge.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - Halloween
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-22-halloween-or-dressing-up.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Halloween)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-127.html


I have used a white card blank and sprayed it with Dylusions Ink from a bit of a distance so I got a speckled effect.  I have used glitter foam for the matting.  The image is the one for the challenge at A Day For Daisies.  I coloured with copic markers E00, YR07, YR04, G29, G21.  I have added a couple of orange word pieces to create the sentiment.

Make a Splash

Being a swimming family, I love making aquatic themed cards.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Under The Sea
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/qkr-stampede-challenge-111-underby-sea.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/AG-ch-no-5.html
Sentimental Sundays - Purple, Green, Black and a touch of gold
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-230-purple-green-black-with.html

I have used a wave like paper from Kaisercraft for this card.  I have matted with a purple cardstock from Kaisercraft for a bit of contrast.  The image is from QKR Stampede and has been coloured with copic markers. I added some gold Stickles to the bikini.  The sentiment is from Trimgym and has been cut into a circle with a Spellbinders die.  I randomly dotted three black pearls around the card.

Golden Christmas

There is something elegant about using gold on a card - and it is particularly lovely for a Christmas card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Winter Wonderland - Gold Christmas
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/gold-christmas.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - October Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-october.html

I used a gold paper from this year's Christmas paper pads by Kaisercraft.  I added some gold lace and some gold glitter domes.  The image is from Delicious Doodles and has been coloured with copic marker Y28 and accented with some gold Stickles.

Smell The Flowers

We are supposed to be springtime here (not that the weather seems to know that!).  A time for all the fresh new flowers and the lovely scents that accompany them (when the wind isn't blowing a gale!).

I would like to enter my spring themed card into these challenges:
Anything Goes with A Twist - Add Pink
http://aagwat.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/anything-goes-with-twist-challenge-4.html
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-117-anything-goes.html

I have used a pink floral paper from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Karleigh Sue and has been coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut using a lovely die from Marianne's Designs.  I added a bow made up of three different pink twines.

Christmas Scene

I used the image to cover most of the front of this card and then added the sky in.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-117-anything-goes.html
The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Make A Scene
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/friday-coloring-challenge-october-24-to-october-31st
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/AG-ch-no-5.html

I have used a white card blank and covered it with the image from Rick St Dennis.  I die-cut some clouds using a Memory Box die and used these as a mask.  I stippled the sky using Distress Ink - Tumbled Glass.  Colouring is with copic markers plus I added some Stickles to the snow.

Happy Haunting

This witch is caught up behind the spider web! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-282-23rd-of-october.html
Delicious Doodles - Halloween
http://deliciousdoodleschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/halloween-at-delicious-doodles.html
Sentimental Sundays - Black, Purple, Green plus a touch of Gold (broom)
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-230-purple-green-black-with.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Halloween)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-127.html

I have used a paper from Rosie's Studio for the card.  The image is from Delicious Doodles and coloured with copic markers.  I added gold Stickles to the broom.  The spider web die-cut is from Memory Box and has been cut from black cardstock also from Rosie's Studio.  I added a sentiment from Create with TLC and three large black pearls.

Happy Halloween Easel

I haven't made an easel card for Halloween so since it is getting close to Halloween I thought I'd better do it now!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-282-23rd-of-october.html
Sassy Studio Designs - Not Hip to be Square
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/dtbst-252-not-hip-to-be-square.html
Sentimental Sundays - Black, Purple, Green plus a touch of gold
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-230-purple-green-black-with.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Halloween
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-108.html
Love To Create - More Than One Fold
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-139-more-than-one-fold.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (witch on broomstick)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-127.html

I used a striped paper from Rosie's Studio for my easel card.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added some gold Stickles to the shoes.  I used a piece of Halloween ribbon on the lower part of the easel.  To stop the ribbon from fraying I added some gold glitter domes at each end.  I also used two large purple pearls as stoppers and some small black pearls as embellishments.  I punched the corners of the lower piece with a Martha Stewart punch.

RIP Ghost

I've used a colour scheme on this one that has made this more cute than scary! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ssw2-32-and-just-some-lines.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Orange + Orangey Things (brads)
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/10/its-colour-challenge.html
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-282-23rd-of-october.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ag-ch-no-4.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Halloween
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-108.html


All three papers that I have used on this card are from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The matting is black cardstock from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Just Some Lines and is coloured with copic markers.  I also added some large orange brads from my stash.

Old Fashioned Watch in Pink

I had intended for this card to also be entered into the Digi Sketch Challenge but somehow I seem to have miscalculated the closing of the challenge (BADLY!).  I figured it as 4th November and it is already closed - not sure how I managed that!  I must need more sleep.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Beccy's Place - Anything Goes
http://beccysplace.blogspot.com.au/2014/10/october-challenge.html
A Song In Your Heart - Automatic
http://asonginyourart.blogspot.ca/2014/10/a-song-in-your-heart-challenge-18.html

Inspired by the general theme of the song, I chose a digital stamp that included an old-fashioned watch.  I chose the colour pink to fit in with the now closed challenge at Digi Sketch!  The image is from Beccy's Place and coloured with copic markers.  I also used some pink glitter cardstock and some pink bling.

Happy Halloween

My daughter was looking for some buttons for a coat she is in the process of making so I wandered around the shop.  I found some Halloween ribbons so I just had to make another Halloween card!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Eureka Stamps - Purple and Orange
http://eurekastamps.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/eureka-stamps-challenge-111-purple.html
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-282-23rd-of-october.html
Milk Coffee - Halloween
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/halloween-challenge.html

I have used a background paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Eureka Stamps and has been coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some pearlised purple paper.  As well as the ribbon, I added some purple streaks of gelato.

Happy Birthday

The Outlawz Challenge is having a week long PARTY!  As well as the usual challenge, there are some games and an extra challenge using a Freebie image:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Outlawz Freebie Challenge - Freebie Image
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/page/freebie-challenge2014
Penny's Paper - Polka Dots and Pearls
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-200.html

DeeDee Digis have supplied a set for the Freebie Challenge.  There is a choice of two digis and some sentiments.  There is a sketch to follow for the challenge too.

I have used both digis for my card.  The cake image as the main image and the balloons one for the bottom corners.  I decided to use the Happy Birthday sentiment which I die-cut into a banner shape.  The yellow banner has been cut from pearlised paper using a Tattered Lace die and then attached to the card along some twine.  I have also used some glitter cardstock from DCWV to cut the circle behind the image.  I have added some tiny pearls along one of the layers of the cake.

Can You Handle It

This card is a concept I came up with when this sketch first appeared.  At the time I was away from home with not many resources.  So when there was a free choice of sketch, I really wanted to put those ideas together.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
From The Heart Sketches - Choice of Sketch (Sketch #79)
http://fromtheheartstamps.com/community/2014/10/20/i-heart-card-sketches-use-any-previous-sketch/

I used a printed kraft cardstock from a paper pad by DCWV called "The Printed Craft Stack".  The image and sentiment are both from the same set by From The Heart Stamps.  I repeated the sentiment several times.  The blue on the sentiment panel and the matting is a blue gelato by Faber Castell.  I coloured the image with copic markers.

Happy Ghost

I don't think this ghost looks scary at all - not with that giant grin!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch #217
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/stella-says-sketch-217.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Halloween + Black + Orange
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/hey-where-did-you-all-go.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Black and White and one other colour (orange)
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/black-white-and.html

I have used a black card blank for this card.  I added two orange ribbons from my stash - one of them Halloween themed.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and has been colorued with a combination of copic markers and paper piecing.  I also added a doodled border using a Distress Marker.  I added five black pearls from my stash but one of them fell on the floor and I can't find it (and i don't have any spare here) so you'll just have to pretend it is there!

Halloween

I decided to make my own background for this card as I couldn't decide on any paper that worked with the concept in my head.  I wanted vibrant and I think I achieved that.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Corrosive Challenge Blog - Halloweeen
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-210-halloween.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Pumpkin)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-126.html
CRAFT Challenge - Halloween
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-282-23rd-of-october.html
Milk Coffee - Halloween
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/halloween-challenge.html

I have used a white card blank and scribbled oil pastels in purple, orange and green across it.  The image is from Kenny K and has been coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut using a tombstone die from Spellbinders and added some tiny black stitches using a Distress Marker - Black Soot.  I also added the word Halloween with the same Distress marker.

I don't know if it is just me or not but the orange pastel appears to have photographed more red than orange!  It is definitely orange IRL.

Cup of Tea with a gift

Simple and Effective - Black and white with just a tad of red.  There is something elegant about that colour combination!

I would like to enter the following challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Food or Drink
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-234-food-or-drink-1019214.html
Tuesday Morning Sketches - Sketch
http://tuesdaymorningsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/tuesday-morning-sketches-272.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Black and White and one other (red)
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/black-white-and.html
The Outlawz Sunday Challenge - Cook or Stir (Stir)
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/sunday-clean-and-simple/forum/topics/cas-challenge-october-19-2014


I have used a white card blank and added a strip of black across the centre.  The white grosgrain ribbon is from American Crafts.  The image is from Milk Coffee and is coloured with copic markers.  I used a white gel pen to go over the swirl in the part of the cup I coloured black.  I also added a sentiment from Paper Smooches and three black pearls.

Hiding behind the web

I thought I'd try something different with this card - placing the image behind the die-cut!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Dilly Beans - Halloween
http://www.dillybeanschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/dilly-beans-challenge-halloween.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Halloween + Orange and Black
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/10/hey-where-did-you-all-go.html

I have used a black card base for this card.  I then added some orange web ribbon.  The image is from Dilly Beans and coloured with copic markers.  I added some Glossy Accents to the skull.  The spider web die is from Memory Box.  I also added some pearls which I coloured with copic marker YR07.

Snowman Pile

A fun Christmas card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Doodle Pantry - Anything Goes
http://doodlepantryblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/doodle-pantry-digital-challenge-51.html
Penny's Paper - Polka Dots and Pearls
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-200.html

I have used a Christmas paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The sentiment is from the same paper pad.  The image is from Doodle Pantry.  I coloured with copic markers and added some Stickles.  I die-cut using a Beaded Square die and then added the pearls to the beaded part. 

Happy Thanksgiving

Although we don't celebrate Thanksgiving here in New Zealand, I know plenty of people who do - and I thought this sentiment was perfect!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - BINGO (Bugaboo Image + Players Choice - add orange + Pumpkins)
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/october-bingo-challenge.html
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch #217
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/stella-says-sketch-217.html
Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Great Pumpkin
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-a-la-mode-october-18-24-the-great-pumpkin
Open Minded Crafting Fun - Pumpkins
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-21-pumpkins-jack-o-lanterns.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Use some orange
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-107.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Black and White and one other (orange)
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/black-white-and.html

I have used a black and white paper - not entirely sure of the brand.  I added some black mesh ribbon.  The black cardstock strip has been embossed with an embossing folder.  I added some pearls which I coloured with copic marker YR07 alongside.  The image is from Bugaboo Stamps and coloured with copic markers 100, YR07, YR04, YR02.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the eyes.  I added a Happy Thanksgiving sentiment from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.

Christmas Owls

Lots of sparkle in this Christmas card.  I love crafting with owls as I know several people who like owls.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Anything Goes with a Twist - Shimmer and Sparkle
http://aagwat.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-03.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Let's Embellish It
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/october-challenge.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ag-ch-no-4.html
Clear It Out Challenge - Favourite cards of 2014 (Backlink allowed)
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/its-our-favourites-challenge.html

I have used a striped Christmas paper from MME for the background.  I added some glittery Christmas mesh ribbon.  The image is from Di's Digital Downloads and has been coloured with copic markers.  I added Stickles to the snow and the owls' hats.  I matted with textured cardstock from DCWV.

Happy Day

I used a chalk style paper as a background which enabled the colours of the image to pop a bit more!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sassy Studio Designs - Colour Inspired
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/dtbst-251-back-in-black.html
Penny's Paper - Pearls and Polka Dots
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-200.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Food or Drink
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-234-food-or-drink-1019214.html

I have used a chalk board paper from MME for the background.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs.  I also added some washi tape and black pearls.  Coloruing is with copic markers, Distress Ink and Distress Marker.

Get Well Soon

Being surrounded with sick people at the moment, I have plenty of choice for recipients for this card!  Since I have used my two favourite colours (yellow and orange) it could even be for me!!!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Delightful Challenge - Favourite colours
http://delightfulsketches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/weekly-challenge-color-my-world.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/76-mygrafico.html

I have used a background paper from Sugar and Spice Studio - not that you can see much of it.  I added yellow and orange mesh ribbons over the top (the yellow I cut to half width).  The image is from Digital Delights and has been coloured with copic markers YR07, YR04, Y000, Y02, Y06, 100, C7 plus I used Stickles on the wings.  I added a digital sentiment from Desert Diva which I die-cut into a pennant shape using a Spellbinder die.

Bubbles Just For You

This image is meant to be a Halloween one but I thought done in pinks it would be a pretty spa type image!  I'm pleased with the effect:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Recipe
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-281-16th-of-october-recipe.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/76-mygrafico.html

I have used three papers from My Grafico which I edged with silver peel-off stickers.  The image is also from My Grafico.  The sentiment is from Sans Designs.  Colouring is copic markers and Stickles on the bubbles.  My two shapes are circle and rectangle.  I added four gemstones to the points where the top two layers of papers cross.

Arrgh

My daughter gave me this pirate ribbon for my birthday and I hadn't had an excuse to use it.  Decided to wrap it around my tag!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Recipe
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-281-16th-of-october-recipe.html

I have used an image from LEJ Designs along with a sentiment printed on ribbon.  I used three different papers from a paper pack from Trimgym.  The two shapes I used are the tag shape and the square shape for the image.  I used four gold pearls as embellishments.  Matting is blue textured cardstock from DCWV.

Have you been good this year!?

A traditionally coloured Christmas card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Recipe
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-281-16th-of-october-recipe.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Circles
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/gcc1020-use-your-circles
CHNC - Forgotten or Never Used
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/chnc-challenge-199-use-something.html

I have used three papers from a Christmas paper pack by Trimgym.  The sentiment that I have used also comes from Trimgym.  The image is from Dr Digi and is coloured with copic markers.  I matted with some pale green textured cardstock from DCWV.  I added some oval shaped rhinestones as my embellishments - these have been lurking in a container in my stash for a number of years without being used!

1 image + 1 sentiment
2 shapes (oval + circle)
3 papers
4 embellishments (rhinestones)

May Your Days Be Merry and Bright

A sentiment as the focal point of the card makes a lovely change from an image:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ssw2-31-digistamp-boutique.html
Crafting For All Seasons - Button and Bow
http://craftingforallseasons.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-88-buttons-and-bows.html
ABC Christmas - Uncoloured Image
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/u-for-uncoloured.html
CHNC - Something forgotten
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/chnc-challenge-199-use-something.html

I have used a paper from my stash - been there a long time and almost forgotten about!  The matting is green textured cardstock from DCWV.  The focal image is a sentiment from Digi Stamp Boutique.  I added some green satin ribbon and a heart shaped button (was a pale green but I coloured it with a darker green copic).

Christmas Owl

Time for another owl card for those in my life who love owls:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Wings
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/super-fly.html
Completely Christmas - Sketch
http://suzysmarty1.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/completely-christmas-challenge-34-mid.html

I have used a couple of papers from MME. I matted with green cardstock.  The image is from Stitchy Bear Stamps and coloured with copic markers R59, R46, G21, Y38, E35 plus I added some Stickles to the hat trim.  The grosgrain ribbon is from American Crafts.  I also added a silver star which I coloured with copic marker R59.

You're Special

A card using one of my fave colours:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Super Fly
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/super-fly.html
CRAFT Challenge - Recipe
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-281-16th-of-october-recipe.html
Meljens Designs - Sketch
http://meljensdesignsdt.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-232-sketch.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Use some orange
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-107.html

I have used an image from Meljens Designs and a stamped sentiment.  The two shapes I have used are rectangle and square - both are Spellbinders dies.  There are three different papers from Trimgym for this card and I matted them onto orange cardstock.  I added four butterfly shaped buttons.

Pink Butterflies

I went all out with pink this time!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Just Inspirational Challenge - Pink
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/team-b-with-stitchy-bear-art-by-miran.html
One Stitch At A Time - Butterfly
http://onestitchatatimechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-222.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ag-ch-no-3.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Super Fly
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/super-fly.html
Crafting For All Seasons - Buttons and Bows
http://craftingforallseasons.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-88-buttons-and-bows.html

I have used a pink paper from Rosie's Studio.  I added some pink satin ribbon and a bow crafted from the same ribbon.  I added some pinky red butterfly buttons on an angle.  The image is from Jacare and can be found in the Stitchy Bear Shop here.


Here is the inspiration picture:

Sketch Time at Incy Wincy Designs

It is time for another challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  And this week we have a lovely sketch for you.  Our sponsor for this challenge is Lacy Sunshine:

Here is the card that I created using this sketch:

I have used an image called Sandi Boo - Collecting Seashells from Lacy Sunshine.  The sentiment is from Trimgym.  I added some heart shaped embellishments and some clear buttons. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ag-ch-no-3.html
CHNC - Patterned Paper - October
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-october.html

Party at The Outlawz

The Outlawz Challenge is having a week long party!

There are some games as well as a challenge for each day of the week.  Monday's challenge is up already.

Christmas on a Tropical Island

Wouldn't that be great!  Although it is the middle of summer here for Christmas, I still wouldn't mind relaxing on the beach on a tropical island!  A girl can dream!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
From The Heart Stamps - Sketch + Twist
http://fromtheheartstamps.com/community/2014/10/13/i-heart-card-sketches-w-a-twist-no-83/
Winter Wonderland - Tropical Christmas
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/tropical-christmas.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Sugar and Spice Studio.  I used some textured cardstock from DCWV for the strip across the card and the backing square.  The image is from From The Heart Stamps and has been coloured with a combination of copic markers Y35, G21, YG02, C2 and Distress Ink - Scattered Straw (which is sponged on for the sky).  I also used some satin ribbon from American Crafts.

Here is the inspiration picture from From The Heart Stamps:

I used the sketch, colours and twist.

Halloween Spells

I love this image but I think this is the first time I've coloured it up - last time I used it, I cheated and used the pre-coloured version!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Love To Create - Colour Inspired
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-137-color-inspired.html
The Paper Shelter - Monsters/Mythical
http://thepapershelter.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/morning-to-you-all-i-hope-you-feel-way.html
QKR Stampede - The Witch Is In
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/qkr-stampede-challenge-109the-witch-is.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  I added some grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts.  The image is from The Paper Shelter.  I coloured using copic markers and then added some black "bats" using a Distress Marker - Black Soot.  I also added some black buttons from my stash.

Be Brave Be Bold

I have had a real struggle trying to find Halloween embellishments.  I did find I had an embossing folder with an owl on it so have used that! 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Love To Create - Colour Inspiration
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-137-color-inspired.html
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - Embossing and sentiment
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/greeting-card-challenge-embossing-gcc1013
Brown Sugar - Ribbons and Buttons
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-116-ribbon-buttons.html
Lacy Sunshine - Halloween
http://lacysunshinechallengeblog.blogspot.gr/2014/10/challenge-44-halloween.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Use some Orange
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-107.html

I have used a paper from Kaisercraft.  I embossed onto black cardstock using a Cuttlebug embossing folder.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine and is coloured with copic markers.  I added a sentiment that is from the same paper pad as the background paper.  I have also used some orange grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts and some purple star shaped buttons.

Distressed Christmas

I got out my Distress Ink for this one!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Whoopsi Daisy - Distressed
http://cutedaisymay.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/distressing-challenge.html
Brown Sugar - Ribbons and Buttons
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-116-ribbon-buttons.html
Completely Christmas - Sketch
http://suzysmarty1.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/completely-christmas-challenge-34-mid.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Let's Embellish It
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/october-challenge.html
Winter Wonderland - Tropical Christmas
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/tropical-christmas.html

I have used a paper from Sugar and Spice Studio.  The image is from Whoopsi Daisy and has been coloured with copic markers.  I then used Distress Ink - Mustard Seed around the edge.  The squares behind the image have been cut with a Spellbinders die from glitter cardstock by DCWV.  I also added a ribbon from Francheville and three star shaped buttons.

Halloween Pumpkin

I took inspiration from the image to select the paper for this card!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Halloween
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.nl/2014/10/challenge-233-halloween-cards-10122014.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Pumpkin)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-126.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Halloween
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-210-halloween.html
Limited Runs - Customer Gallery
http://limitedrunsstamps.blogspot.co.nz/p/customer-gallery.html

I have used a digital paper from Crafty Moments.  The image is from Limited Runs, coloured with copic markers, eyes and teeth have Glossy Accents added.  I then matted with black cardstock.

Autumn Thanks

I have used autumn colours and images with a sentiment which says Thanks.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Catch The Bug - Fall
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/october-theme-challenge-fall.html
Stella Says Sketch - Sketch 216*
http://catchthebugblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/stella-says-sketch-215.html
The Corrosive Challenge - Halloween
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-210-halloween.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (Pumpkin)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-126.html
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Wings (Dragonflies)
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/super-fly.html

I have used a subtle patterned paper from Kaisercraft for the background.  I added some wide mesh ribbon.  The images used are from Bugaboo Stamps.  I printed the dragonfly one twice and cut circles from each - the top part of one and the bottom part of the other.  The other image is called Autumn Jar.  I coloured with copic markers.  I added a digital sentiment from Desert Diva.

*The post says Sketch 215 but that was the previous one and the sketch has Sketch 216 so I'm going with that number.

Delightfully Frightful

I decided to colour my pumpkin more of a yellow shade this time!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
QKR Stampede - Delightfully Frightful
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/qkr-stampede-challenge-108-delightfully.html
Friday Sketch Challenge - Sketch
http://fridaysketchchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/sketch-80-by-deborah.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Halloween Cards
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-233-halloween-cards-10122014.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - Pumpkins
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-21-pumpkins-jack-o-lanterns.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (pumpkin)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-126.html
Lia Stamps - Spooky/Cute
http://liastampz.blogspot.com.tr/2014/10/challenge-75-spooky-cute.html

I have used a pumpkin paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The matting and leaf embellishments have been cut from textured cardstock from DCWV.  The dies for the leaves are from Marianne's Dies.  The image is from QKR Stampede and coloured with copic markers W5, W1, Y17, Y15, G21, RV10, YR02.  I also added some letter beads to spell the word BOO.

Girlie Girlie Card

This paper was just the right pattern to add a lot of bling to!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
MelJens Designs - Add Bling
http://meljensdesignsdt.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-231-diamonds-are-girls-best.html
Vandicrafts Artistry - Anything Goes
http://vandicrafts.com/artistry-challenge-12-anything-goes/
Just Inspirational Challenge - Inspiration Picture below
http://justinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/team-b-with-stitchy-bear-art-by-miran.html

I used a paper from a paper pad (not sure which brand though).  I added some pink lace across the card.  The image is from Meljens Designs and coloured with copic marker.  I added some Glossy Accents over the nail polish to give it more of a realistic look.  The die I used is a Spellbinder one.  I added bling at every point where the cream lines crossed.

Here is the inspiration picture:

Dancing in the Rain

I thought she looked like she was dancing in the rain - so I added some "rain clouds" with some rain falling!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Brown Sugar - Use triangles.
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-115-use-triangles.html
Anything Goes with a Twist - Female
http://aagwat.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-02.html
Love to Create - Black, Lime, Orange and Purple
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-137-color-inspired.html

I have used a paper from Rosie's Studio for the background.  The image is from Scrapper's Delights.  I die-cut some rain clouds using a triangle shaped Spellbinders die.  I then added some clear rhinestones underneath each of them to represent rain.  Colouring is with a combination of watercolour pencils and copic marker C2 for the ground.

The layout is the sketch from last week's challenge at Friday Sketch Challenge.  I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to use it again.

Goose Bumps - Midway Post

We are already half-way through our latest challenge.  So, it is time for some fresh inspiration and a reminder of the challenge.  The challenge theme is Goose Bumps AND Texture.  We must be able to visibly see some texture or your card won't qualify for the prize.

Here is my card featuring the image Spookster.  My texture is the embossed die-cut tombstone plus I added some Glossy Accents to three of the bats.

I have used a paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The tombstone has been cut from grey cardstock (Rosie's Studio) using a Spellbinders die.  I then embossed it with an embossing folder.  Colouring is with copic markers.  The sentiment is also from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Corrosive Challenge - Halloween
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-210-halloween.html
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (pumpkin)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/pinspirational-challenge-126.html

Christmas Friends

A sweet image for an animal lover - and I know a few of those!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-280-9th-of-october-christmas.html
Fitztown Challenge - Anything Goes
http://fitztownchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/ch-57-AG.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called Basecoat Christmas.  I added some Christmas coloured mesh ribbon over the top.  The image is from Fitztown and has been coloured with copic markers and has Stickels added.  I also ran a line of stickles around the edge of the die-cut.  I added a bow to match that on the paper and some red bling.

Monochromatic Layered Card

I started off layering this card before I coloured the image and then decided I would go with a monochromatic look.  I have used a green - but not really a Christmas green!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-280-9th-of-october-christmas.html
Milk Coffee - Layered Cards
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/lots-of-layers-challenge.html
The Outlawz Saturday Challenge - Monochromatic
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/saturday-paper-a-la-mode/forum/topics/paper-ala-mode-oct-11-oct-17-monochromatic

I have used a subtle snowflake patterned paper from the new Christmas paper pad range from Kaisercraft.  I used some glitter cardstock from DCWV for matting.  The image is from Milk Coffee and has been coloured with copic markers E00, E41, G21, C0 plus some Stickles for some sparkle.  I added a ribbon from American Crafts.

Jolly Holly Postbox

I coloured this image up and then when I found this paper I decided to give the card the elegant treatment!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-280-9th-of-october-christmas.html
Delicious Doodles - Christmas
http://deliciousdoodleschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/christmas-in-october-delicious-doodles.html
Outlawz Friday Challenge - Postage
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/friday-color/forum/topics/friday-coloring-challenge-october-10th-16th
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Wings (Birds)
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/super-fly.html
Milk Coffee - Lots of Layers
http://milkcoffeechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/lots-of-layers-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The matting is gold glitter cardstock from DCWV.  The image is from Delicious Doodles and has been coloured with copic markers.  I have added some gold pearls to finish.

Holiday Cinderella Honey

A traditional colour scheme this time!  I have fun mixing up the colours for my Christmas cards but it is good to occasionally go with the traditional colours!

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Sassy Studio Designs - Sketch It Up
http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/dtbst-250-sketch-it-up.html
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-280-9th-of-october-christmas.html
CHNC - Something Round (glitter domes)
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/chnc-challenge-198-something-round.html

I have used three papers from one of the new Christmas paper pads by Kaisercraft.  This particular pad is called Basecoat Christmas.  By using papers from the same paper pad they co-ordinate well together.  I added peelcraft stickers to edge each paper.  I also used some Christmas mesh ribbon (which I cut in half so it wasn't as wide) and three red glitter domes.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and is called Holiday Cinderella Honey.  I coloured her with copic markers E00, R59, E08, R46, YG06, YG03.  I also used some Stickles on the garment trims.  I added some faux stitching using Distress Marker - Barn Door.

Round Easel Card

I haven't made a round easel card for a while!  With the shape of this image, I was inspired to create another one.  When the easel is closed, the card looks like this:

And here it is opened up:

I would like to enter my card into the following challenges:
Vintage Stamping Challenge - Black, Orange, Purple, Red or Green.
http://www.flonzcraft.com/vsc/?p=1873
CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/challenge-280-9th-of-october-christmas.html
CHNC - Something Round
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/chnc-challenge-198-something-round.html
The Sailing Pineapple - In The Round
http://sailingpineapple.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-19-in-round.html

I have used some green cardstock to create the basic easel.  The patterned paper I have used comes from one of the new Christmas paper pads by Kaisercraft.  The 25 topper is from the same paper pad.  The snowflakes around the border are the waste from a snowflake border die by Memory Box.  I embellished these with some tiny pearls.  The ribbon is grosgrain ribbon from Sugar and Spice Studio.  I added some larger pearls to the base of the easel card.

The image is an acrylic stamp from Flonzcraft.  Colouring is with a combination of copic markers and water colour pencils from Faber Castell.  I used all the colours in the colour challenge at Vintage Stamping Challenge although there is not much black there.