The East Wind Challenge - Flag on the Play

Hi all!

First, I want to wish everyone a happy new year! Wishing you and yours all the best, I hope you had a great time in 2015 and 2-16 will be even better!

And as it is the first of the month, a new challenge has started over at The East Wind. Our theme for this month is Flag on the Play, so we want to see banners, flags, pennants etc!

 The papers I used for my card are from Basic Grey, and I just love them. There are no full sheets left of my paper pad, only scraps! I inked all edges with Distress Ink Walnut Stain.

 The image I used is this month's newsletter freebie, isn't this one adorable? I used my Copic Markers again to color, and I used the following.

Polar bear: E40, E41, E43

Skin: E21, E11, E13

Hair: E13, E15, E18

Reds: R24, R46, R89

Blues: B95, B97, B99

Whites: W00, W1, W3

 And of course no card from my hand without any flowers, so I added several from Wild Orchid Crafts.

The fishtail flags are all cut by hand, from the scraops of my Basic Grey paper pad. I added a strip of rhinestones on top of it.

This was it for today, i hope you like it! Please pop over to The East Wind and join our challenge!

Hugs, Sandra

The East Wind Challenge - Halloween

Hi all!

Welcome to a brand new challenge at The East Wind! The challenge theme for this one is Halloween, perfect for the time of the year!

Here's my project

To create the shape of the card I used a template from Dutch Doobadoo. I started with black cardstock, and layered a piece of white on top. On top of that I used some green designer paper and finished with a piece of purple designer paper. I used Basic Grey's Eerie collection. All edges are inked with Distress Ink Black Soot.

 The image I used is called Lucy Loo Spellbound, and I figured her reading a recipe for a potion. I used my Copic Markers to color her, and I used the following.

Skin: E000, E00, E21, E11, E13

Hair: YR20, YR24, YR27

Dress: V12, V15, V17, YG93, YG95, YG97

Book: E55, E57

The sentiment is cut with my Silhouette Cameo. To finish off my card I used some Wild Orchid Crafts flowers. 

This was it for today, I hope you like it. Please pop over to The East Wind Challenge and join us with your Halloween creation!

Hugs, Sandra

The East Wind - 2000 likes on Facebook!

Hi all!!

Today we are celebrating that The East Wind has 2000 likes on Facebook! Isn't that awesome? Some of the DT members decided to play with the same image, so here is the project I made with her!

 To create the shape of this tag, I used a template from Dutch Doobadoo. The designer paper is from Basic Grey, Eerie collection, and all edges are inked with Distress Ink Black Soot.

 The image we all used is called Baby Aurora, Witch and a Kitty. I used my Copic Markers on her, and I used the following.
Skin: E00, E21, E11, E13
Hair: V12, V15, V17
Dress and hat: YG93, YG95, YG97
Pumpkin: YR20, YR24, YR27
Cat: W7, 100
Broom: E55, E57

 The sentiment is in Dutch and say Creepy Halloween. It is from a stampset from the Dutch webshop CreaMiep.

To finish off my tag, I used some Wild Orchid Crafts flowers, and punched some leaves from a sheet of green paper from the paper collection.

This was it, i hope you will celebrate with us on Facebook!

Hugs, Sandra

The East Wind Challenge - Add texture

Hi all!!

It is already Oct 1st, so that means it is time for a brand new challenge at The East Wind! Our theme for this challenge is Add Texture, so there are plenty of opportunities.

Here is the sample that I created

 When I saw this image, I immediately thought of Halloween, but I live in Holland, we don't celebrate Halloween. I don't have much crafty stuff for Halloween, but I found something! The papers I used are from Basic Grey, Eerie collection. All edges are inked with Distress Ink Black soot.

 The image I used is this months newsletter Freebie, isn't this gorgeous? I used my Copic Markers again to color it up, and I used the following.

Dragon: G21, G82, G85, E08, E09

Bottle: YR0000, YR000

Liquid: V12, V15, V17

 The sentiment is stamped with Stampin' Up Whisper White ink, and heat embossed with white embossing powder, to create some texture.

I also added some ribbon for texture. To finish off my card I used a sticker from the sticker sheet from the paper collection.

This was it for today, I hope you like it, Please pop over to The East Wind, and join us!

Hugs, Sandra

The East Wind Challenge - Corrugated cardboard or paper

Hi all!

It is already September 1st, so that means it is time for our new challenge at The East Wind! Our theme for this challenge is Add Corrugated Cardboard or paper, and the winner will receive 3 digital images of their choice!

Here's my DT inspiration.

 The papers I used are from Basic Grey, Soleil collection. I inked all the edges with Distress Ink Black Soot. The sentiment I used is from AmyR, by CC Designs. All flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts, and the lace, ribbon and pearls are from my stash.

The image I used is this months newsletter Freebie. and she is called Party Girl. I colored her with Copic Markers, and I used the following.

Skin: E000, E00, E21, E11, E13, R20

Hair and shirt: V12, V15, V17

Eye: E55, E57

Skirt and shoes: C5, C7, 100

Sleeves: RV02, RV04, RV06

This was it for today, please pop over to The East Wind, and join us!!

Hugs, Sandra

Art by Mi Ran progressive challenge

Hi all!

Friday evening a new Facebook challenge started at Art by Mi Ran, and I totally forgot to share it with you all. So I am doing that now!
The progressive challenge is on Facebook. You can buy the image we are all using with a reduced prize, and if you enter, the image for the next challenge is free! Who wouldn't want that?

 The papers I used for my card are by Basic Grey, Kissing Booth collection. I inked all the edges with Distress Ink Vintage Photo.

 Please check out our Facebook group for the link to this image.
I used my Copic Markers again to color her, and I used the following.
Skin: E000, E00, E21, E11, E13, R20
Hair and Eyes: E23, E25, E27, E29
Dress: RV21, RV23, RV25, RV29
Shoes: Y32, Y35, Y38
Hearts: R24, R27, R29
Floor: C00, C1, C3

The ribbon was from my stash, as well as the brad. The flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

This was it, please check the Art by Mi Ran Facebook group to join the challenge!

Hugs, Sandra

Art by Mi Ran - Sunny

Hi all!!

It has been a few weeks since I posted. Due to a huge heat wave in the Netherlands, I haven't been able to sit in my craft room, and I can tell you, I am suffering from withdrawal symptoms... Anyway, today is my turn to host the Art by Mi Ran blog, and I made a bright and colorful card for you all

 Doesn't this one scream summer? I just love the colors! The papers I used are by Basic Grey, Soleil collection, and just perfect for bright colored cards! I inked all the edges with Distress Ink Vintage photo, which gives it a nice finished look.

 The image I used is called Sunny,and I used my Copic Markers to color her up. I used the following markers

Skin: E00, E21, E11, E13

Hair: BV02, BV04, BV08

Hat and Skirt: RV63, RV66, RV69

Shirt: W00, W0, W2, W5

Sunflowers: Y32, Y35, Y38, YR27, E77, E79

Leaves: G43, G46

Background: C00, C0, C1, BG01, BG000, BG0000

I also used a white gel pen in the centers of the flowers.

 I added a lot of extra flowers to my card for decoration, they are all by Wild Orchid Crafts.

This was it for today, I hope you all like it. Have a great day!

Hugs, Sandra

Art by Mi Ran - Sweet and Sassy

Hi all!!

First monday of the month, which means a new showcase project from my hand on the Art by Mi Ran blog! 

 I really like the look of black and white with only 1 color, which in this case is pink. The papers I used are from Basic Grey, Little Black Dress collection. All  edges are inked with Distress Ink Black Soot.

 The image I used is called Norma Jean, and she can be found here. I used Promarkers and Copic Markers to color the image.

Skin: Ivory, Satin, Blush, Vanilla, Saffron and Pastel Pink

Hair: E55, E57, E59

Dress: C5, C7, 100

Eyes: BG72, BG75

Gloves and Shoes: R81, R83, R85, R89

All the flowers I used are from my stash, they are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

This was it for today, I hope you like it.

Hugs, Sandra

Slinky Tart Inspiration!!

Hi all!!

Today we are showcasing several different Slinky Tart images on the Slinky Tart blog!

And yes, I created two (!) projects for this showcase!

Here is the first

 For this card, I used Rocking Mom. This image is perfect to let a mother know they are doing a perfect job! The papers I used for my card are by Authentique, Suave collection. 

 I used my Copic Markers again to color the image, and I used the following markers.

Skin: E000, E00, E21, E13

Hair: W5, W7, 100

Pants: B95, B97, B99

Shirt and diaper: C00, C0, C2, C5

Gloves, Glasses, Babyhair: BG11, BG13, BG15

And for the sentiment I used the typewriter keys from Noor!Design. 

And here is the second prject I made

 To create the shape of the card I used a template from Dutch Doobadoo. The patterned papers I used are from Basic Grey, Little Black Dress collection. 

 The image I used for this project is called Cat Sixx, and she is also colored with my Copic Markers. I used the following markers.

Skin: E000, E00, E21, E13, and R20 for blush

Hair and pants: R81, R83, R85, R89

Hat and shirts: E40, E41, E43, E47, E49

Tattoo: Y35, Y38, R89

I used the filmstrip die from Noor design as an embellishment. To create the sentiment I used the Scrabble Letters from Noor Design.

This was it for today, I hope you like both projects.

Hugs, Sandra

Crafting When We Can GDT - Favorite Quote or Saying

Hi all!!

Art by Mi Ran is sponsoring the Crafting When We Can challenge this fortnight, and I was asked to be the guest designer on behalf of Art by Mi Ran. An offer I can't refuse!! 

The challenge theme is Use your favorite quote or saying, and this is what I made.

I really love to sing, and eventhough I really can't, I absolutely enjoy it! Especially when I am alone in my car, driving. Then I raise the volume of my radio to the max, and sing out loud! So, you got it, this image is perfect for me. The lyrics of a song are really important to me, and sometimes, if you don't know what to say, just just have to play a song, and everything makes sense again. So, when words fail, music speaks!

The papers I used are by Basic Grey, Soleil collection. The kraft background I made myself, using a Dutch Doobadoo template and Dutch Doobadoo structure paste.

The image I used is called Pop Star Suzy, and I used my Copic Markers to color her. I used the following markers.

Skin: E000, E00, E21, E13 and R20 for blush and mouth

Hair and belt: RV21, RV23, RV25, RV29

Boots and shirt: Y32, Y35, Y38

Hat and Skirt: BV02, BV13, BV17

The sentiment I used is computer generated. The music notes are made with a die from Noor! Design and are perfect for this card!

To finish off my card I used some flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts.

This was it for today, and if you want a chance to win some amazing Art by Mi Ran digis you'd better join Crafting When We Can with the challenge!!

Hugs, Sandra

Art by Mi Ran - 1 year celebration!!

Hi all!

Welcome to the 1 year anniversary celebration at Art by Mi Ran! 

As you know, we, here at Art by Mi Ran team are so excited to be celebrating Mi Ran's Art by Mi Ran first birthday!! So amazing that just 1 year ago Mi Ran began sharing her awesome images with us!! 

With so many beautiful ones it's hard for a gal to pick a favorite right?

So instead of having the team have to struggle with picking ONE of their favorites' we decided to have a little bit of  fun and share with you our very first Art by Miran's image we used for our first DT post!! We also will be sharing a new project using the very same image !! 

Here is my very first Art by Mi Ran DT project

The image I used is called Chef Charlotte, and she can be found here. 

And here is my new project using the same image.

 I created the shape of this card using a Dutch Doobadoo template, which are my favorite to create shaped cards. 

The paper I used for my card is by Basic Grey, Olivia collection. All edges are inked with Distress Ink Walnut Stain

 I used my Copic Markers again to color Chef Charlotte, and I used the following.

Skin: E000, E00, E11, E13 and R20 for blush

Hair: E23, E25, E27, E29

Eyes, shoes, and bowl: YG93, YG95, YG97

Hat and outfit: B91, B93, B95, B97, B99

Apron, bow and food: RV21, RV23. RV25, RV29

I used my Nestabilities Labels Four die to cut out the image

 The heart is made with a die from Noor Design, and so is the borders behind the blue papers.

 All flowers I used are by Wild Orchid Crafts

 I made a little tag to go inside the main panel

The sentiment is stamped with Memento Grey Flannel ink. The sentiment is from Little Darlings Rubber Stamps

This was it for today, I hope you like it.

Please don't forget to pop over to the Art by Mi Ran blog and leave a comment for a chance to win 3 images!

Hugs, Sandra

The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes

Hi all!!

It is time for a brand new challenge at The Stamping Chef! As always our theme is Anything Goes, and I have a very special project to share with you all!!

Last Monday was my daughter's FIRST birthday! The image I used to make her invitations, is drawn by Tamara, and she designed it especially for my daughter! I am so proud about it, and that is why I wanted to share this with you all!

 The papers I used to create my card are by Basic Grey, Olivia collection. I am also planning on making a mini album from the birthday party, and I will use the same paper collection for it.

 The image is called Happy Birthday Tess. She isn't available at the shop, because she is especially designed for me, but there are tons and tons of other lovely images for sale at The Stamping Chef.

I used my Copic Markers again to color her, and I used the following.

Skin: E000, E00, E11, E13, and  E93 for blush

Hair: E51, E53, E55

Eyes: YG95, YG97

Shirt: RV21, RV23, RV25, RV29

Dress: B91, B93, B95, B97, B99

I used my circle and scalloped circle Nestabilities die to cut out the image.

 The balloon is made with a die from Marianne Design, and I punched a 1 with an old number punch.

 The gifts are made with dies from Noor Design, and I used Distress Ink VIntage Photo to ink the embossed parts.

The inside is stamped with a set from Noor Design, and is perfect to make invitations with. 

This was it for today, I hope you like it. Please pop over to The Stamping Chef and join us, ANYTHING GOES!!!

Hugs, Sandra