Digital Ink Co. - SKETCH challenge

Here we are ... MONDAY already!! These weekend's sure do go by quickly, don't they!!! I hope yours was fun-filled!!

Well with that being said, it is time for even more fun with today's Digital-Ink Co. Challenge and today we have a sketch to play with! Personally, I LOVE sketches and had a great time creating with this one!!!

We can't wait to see your entries this week. Use Mr. Linky over on the challenge blog and please use Code DIC011 for SCS, PCP and SNR. Don't forget, all the images we (the DT) are using are available in the Store plus more!!

Today I am using this adorable "SALLY" image by Lil Diva Stamps for my creation!! I've used Prismacolor Markers and the new Prismacolor PREMIER Markers for my coloring. The designer paper is Basic Grey June Bug and the sentiment is by Hero Arts. Nestabilities were used to double mat my focus image & sentiment.

Be sure to check out the creations designed by my Co-Team Members for more inspiration with this sketch. It always amazes me how everyone can use the same sketch and they all turn out looking so different one from the other. What fun!!

Boni, Jackie, Diane, Micki, Raquel, Tanny, Kim, Teri, Linda, Terri (Nov. Guest Designer), Lisa (Nov. Guest Designer)

Thanks for stopping by today and if you've taken time to comment ... a double thank you comes your way!!

It's Digital-Ink Co. REVEAL time ....

Well, it's time to "let the cat out of the bag" ... so to speak!!

It's REVEAL TIME over on Digital Ink Co.!!!

Earlier in the week I showed you this little "snippet" of my creation using a NEW IMAGE by Lil Diva Stamps which you can now purchase at the Digital Ink Co. Shoppe for your very own. And please, while you are there, be sure to check out the other NEW RELEASES by our other very creative creators. Okay ... are you ready??? Here is the entire creation:

Isn't this image wonderful! I just couldn't help but use these soft blues/greens to hopefully bring more focus to our lovely "peace" dove. The papers used are Mellow Moss, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White and designer paper given to me by my friend (and this month's Guest Designer) Terri Snode. I've used Nestabilities classic oval and scallop oval for my matting and sponged around the image with light blue chalk before removing it from the Nesties die. Prismacolor markers have been used for coloring my image. My embellishments are Darice satin ribbon, Clear Dew Drops, Prima flowers and Basic Grey brad.

Please be sure to pop on over to my DT sisters blogs (links are in my sidebar) to check out the creations they've been teasing you with all week. Then be sure to make a bbbbbbbbb-line to the STORE to make your purchases ... (how do they say that ... While Supplies Last)!!

Thanks for stopping by today! Have a WONDERFUL day!!

Are you ready????

Over at Digital-Ink Co., it's time for SNEAK PEEKS!! That's right, each member of the Design Team has prepared a little snippet for the upcoming REVEAL (Nov. 12th) of new images being released by our OH SO talented Creators!!!

The image I have created with today is by the very talented Donna of Lil Diva Stamps. Please be sure to click on the link to see what other fun images Donna has for you to create with. They are all available for you to purchase at the Digital-Ink Co. Shoppe.

Please be sure to check out all the other DT blogs for a peek at other creators images. You will find their blog links listed on my side bar. (I would list them for you here but for some reason, Blogger won't let me cut/paste anymore! What's up with that??? )

Digital-Ink Co. Challenge (DIC010)

Well here we are ... MONDAY once again!!! It's going to be a BEAUTIFUL FALL day here in NE Ohio, so DH & I are headed out to finalize a few issues before the Fall Days turn into Winter Days. But before I leave, I wanted to share with you, today's Digital-Ink Co. Challenge - QUOTES.

Today I've used this festive image by Angela - Sewn Together called "Tayla with Turkey" and can be purchased in the Sewn Together section of our Digital-Ink Co. Shoppe found HERE. Please be sure to check out ALL of Angela's fun images as well as our other creators. I'm sure you'll find exactly what you're looking for to create those "special" cards.

Here are the details on my creation:

Stamps: SU "Friend to Friend" sentiment

Papers: Whisper White, Chocolate cs, Homemade Alcohol Ink designer paper

Inks: Computer ink, Versafine black, Creamy Carmel, Various Alcohol Inks

Accessories: Prisma pencils, Gamsol, K&Co. dimensional acorns, Nestablities (Labels 4), Creative Impressions brads, dimensional tape, sponge, Creative Memories corner rounder

Don't forget to check out the wonderful inspirational pieces created by my Co-Team Members listed below and please be sure to leave them a little blogger love while you are there.

Boni, Jackie, Diane, Micki, Raquel, Tanny, Kim, Teri, Linda, Terri (Nov. Guest Designer), Lisa (Nov. Guest Designer)

You'll notice a couple changes in our Design Team lineup! Sorry to say we have lost Jennifer from our team (but not from our hearts) waiving HI to Jennifer. We are thrilled to welcome Linda to the team and also a new Guest Designer for November ... please welcome and show a little love to Lisa Buttafuoco.

This week's prize winner will become the proud owner of this adorable Lil Diva's image "Sid's House" ...

... so be sure to upload your creation (via DIRECT link) to Mr. Linky on the DIC Challenge Blog for your chance to win! There are a lot of NEW fun things coming your way so don't forget to stop back to the Challenge Blog often! You don't want to miss out!

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Please be sure to STOP BACK LATER today for the SNEAK PEEK we'll have starting this evening and running up to the REVEAL on Thursday, November 12th.

Digital-Ink Co. (DIC009) Color Challenge

Good MONDAY Morning Everyone!!!

It's time for another fun challenge over on the Digital-Ink Co. Challenge Blog. Today's challenge is to use these colors in your creation:

And, we're changing thing up a bit with the DT. Beginning today, each member will be creating using a different Creator's images ... that way you get a little taste of what's available through our creators over at the Digital Ink Co Shoppe. Be sure to check them out .... I have NO doubt you will find something you will love!! Another new element to our fun challenge blog is the addition of GUEST DESIGNER'S each month. For the month of November we have TWO wonderfully talented ladies to share their inspirations.

Please meet Linda, (Linda's Crafty Creations) and Terri (Terri's Cards N' More). We are thrilled to have these two ladies join us and can't wait to see what they have to share with all of us!!! Please be sure to pop on over to their blogs and show them some "blogger love" with your comments!

Now on to today's creation ...

I didn't seem to have any designer paper that would fit this color combination so I decided to create my own using the appropriate colors and sponge pods ... swiped across whisper white cardstock. The creator I am showcasing today is REECE'S DESIGNS ... isn't this adorable little "Beary Christmas" Bear sweet!! Be sure to click the link provided to see ALL of April's wonderful digi stamps available for purchase at our SHOPPE.

I always feel bad for those children who are born on CHRISTMAS ... it seems their BIRTHDAY never gets recognized like other children's due to the holidays. I have a friend ... her name is NOEL ... guess what day she was born, teehee!! I thought I'd send her a special little card this year! So it was with NOEL in mind that I created this card.

Please come join in on the fun! And, when you do, be sure to upload your DIRECT LINK to Mr. Linky over on the ChallengeBlog. If you are uploading to other online galleries (SCS, PCP, SNR), please use the keyword DIC009. The week's lucky winner will receive this awesome digi from WHIMSY DESIGN STUDIO.

Recipe for today's creation:

Stamps: Stamp Craft (Happy Birthday), Inkadinkado (Christmas), Fiskars (Baby)

Papers: Tempting Turquoise, Basic Black, Whisper White

Inks: Old Olive, Tempting Turquoise, Pink Pirouette, Rose Romance, Versafine Black

Accessories: Spellbinder Nestabililities (Classic Circles), Small Sponge Pods, Prisma Pencils, Gamsol, Kaiser pearls, Holly charm (Joann's)

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope you will come join us at Digital Ink Co for some fun and I also hope you have a WONDERFUL week! Enjoy your day ... whatever you may be doing!!

Is It Monday Already?????

Yes it is and that means it's time for another Digital-Ink Co. Challenge. This week we have a RECIPE CHALLENGE for you to play with and here is today's recipe: FABRIC ... GLITTER ... BUTTON(s) ... BOW.



The Design Team will be using digital images by the creator Jules Junk. Please pop over to the STORE and check out the images by Jules as well as all the amazing images available by our other awesome creators.





I chose to use Jules Truck Stamp and there is a GOOD REASON & STORY behind my decision!! Since the first thing on the recipe list is FABRIC, I wasn't sure where to begin! I don't do much sewing any more so needless to say, I don't have much in the line of fabric laying around! THEN THE LIGHT BULB CAME ON!! I saw this image and it had some meaning to me since there was a time in my life when I DROVE 18-WHEELER ... yes, you heard me right, I drove semi for a short period of time! Hey, I was adventureous and willing to give anything a try once ... THEN I GREW UP!!! I just happened to still have one of the flannel shirts I wore when I was driving and decided to cut the sleeves off of it and use a piece for my FABRIC portion of the recipe. For the buttons I chose to use SU Grommets and for the bows I did ribbon ties to match with the flannel material. I colored my image using Prisma pencils and Gamsol, matted it with Basic Black cardstock and bordered it with Gold Stickles. OH ... I don't know if you can see it in the photo or not ... but I used Crystal Effects on the windshield to add the illusion of glass glare.



I hope you enjoyed my creation & story ... now it's YOUR turn!! This week you'll be playing for a Sewn Together image and all you have to do is add your DIRECT LINK to Mr. Linky over on the Challenge Blog. Remember, if you are uploading to another online gallery (SCS, PCP, etc.), please use the keyword DIC0008.




Thanks for stopping by today!! I am still in Indiana with Joan Fricker but I'll be home later today and can't wait to see what you have created! PLEASE be sure to check out my DIGI-Sisters blogs for some awesome inspiration ... you can find links to them all on my sidebar. And beginning next week we have another treat for you ... we will have TWO Guest Designers who will share even more inspiration with you!! Have a great day!! Happy Stamping!!

Digital-Ink Co. (DIC0007) Challenge

It's Monday and time for another Digital-Ink Co. Challenge. This week we are challenged to make ANYTHING BUT A CARD. You don't want to miss the creations posted by my team mates this week .... AMAZING ideas and inspiration!! There will be a link to each of their blogs at the end of my post ... please check them out!!

I did make a CARD but it's a MONEY card for the holidays. We, the design team, are using images from another D-IC creator ... SEWN Together and the image I chose to use is Morty the Moose in Sleigh Bells (isn't he just toooooo cute!!). Please be sure to check out all the sweet images Angela has available at our SHOPPE. Our sponsor this week is another awesome creator ... M&M Designz. You'll want to check out Judy's images while you are visiting the SHOPPE too.

Details for my creation are as follows: Base card is 8-1/2" x 6-3/4" ... scored at 2-1/2" and 5-1/2". When taping the sides of the panel which will hold the money ... be sure not to use adhesive larger than 1/4" wide or your money won't fit. I have used a 1-1/4" circle punch for my center slide out 1/2 circle cut. Morty was colored with Prisma pencils, Gamsol & Prismacolor Markers. My designer paper is from the Debbie Mumm Harvest & Holidays pack and the felt snowflakes are from Creative Impressions. Decorating inside and out of these money holders is endless!

Why not come play along and share your creativity with us! Be sure to make a direct link back to Mr. Linky on our Challenge Blog and if you are uploading to other online galleries (SCS, PCP, etc.) be sure to use the keyword/tag: DIC0007. I can' t wait to see what you create ... I could sure use some new ideas ... REALLY!!! Here is what you will be playing for this week! This beautiful vintage image is by M&M Designz and it could be yours!!

The winner has been drawn for the Blog Raffle ... be sure to jump on over to see if YOU where the lucky winner!!!

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We also still have the 50% off Sale going on until the end of the month! What an awesome bargain on these creative images. Be sure to check out each of the creators and make your purchases before you run out of time!!

As promised, here are the links to my fellow team member's blogs. Please stop by and show them a little blogger love with a comment.

Boni - Diane - Jackie - Jennifer - Kim - Micki - Raquel - Tanis - Teri



Thanks for stopping by today and thank you in advance for any comments you may leave! I'm working on several things for an upcoming craftshow and hope to share a few projects with you over the next few days. Until then, I wish you a happy, fun, creative day!

Falloween Blog Hop

*** This post will remain on top until the end of the Hop, Oct. 8th ... please scroll down for current postings ***

Hello Everyone!!! Are you ready for a good tIme???? I am so thrIlled you are joInIng In on the DIgItal-Ink Co. Falloween Blog Hop wIth us!!! I can promIse you … thIs Is goIng to be so much fun … you won’t want to mIss any of the stops along the way!



Remember It all begIns HERE and If you dIdn’t come here from BonI’s Blog, you’ll want to back up. BonI has the fIrst clue on your way to solvIng the rIddle and I have the second clue hIdden wIthIn my postIng. I've trIed not to makeIt too dIfficult to fInd!!! Tee Hee!!


For some added Falloween InspIratIon, I have created thIs card usIng one of Judy's (M&M Designz) dIgItal Images called PumpkIn PIe. I've used PrIsma pencIls & Gamsol for the colorIng ... NestabIlItIes for my cIrcles ... DCWV desIgner paper and MIchael's fall wIred rIbbon.


Now the InspIratIon Is at the top ... there are challenges to be sought ... so now you need to hop on over to Kathy's (StItchy Stamps) blog for the next step in thIs hop ... please be sure to leave a comment so we know that you made It here because every stop counts on your way to the Grand PrIze!!!!


Thanks for playIng along ... HAVE FUN and GOOD LUCK!!!!

Digital Ink Co. THEME Challenge

Happy Monday Everyone!

Are you ready for another Digital-Ink Co. Challenge??? GREAT... I'm so glad to hear that!!! Today we have a THEME challenge for you to play with, and the theme is AUTUMN.

How much fun is it to create Autumn/Fall cards with all those gorgeous colors.

And the prize for today's winner is this adorable "Days Gone By"

image by Stitchy Stamps . Please check out other images by Stitchy Stamps available for purchase at the Digital-Ink Co. Shoppe.

Now on to my card. I have used the "Fall Leaves" & "Words" by Stitchy Stamps for my simple creation.





Here is the recipe for this card:


Image: Stitchy Stamps Digi stamp

Paper: Whisper White, Only Orange, Deals $1 dp

Accessories: Prisma pencils, Gamsol, Nestabilities (scallop squares), Kaiser pearls, Signo white pen

I hope you enjoyed my creation and come join us in the challenge. For even more inspiration, please be sure to visit the blogs of my fellow team members listed below.

Boni - Diane - Jackie - Jennifer - Kim - Micki - Raquel - Tanis - Teri

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Some friendly reminders: Don't forget about the FALLOWEEN BLOG HOP Digital- Ink Co. has going on right now ... please check out the post at the top of my blog for information.

There is still time to sign up for your chance to win the Digital-Ink Co. BLOG RAFFLE ... you can click on the blog candy shown on my sidebar for a link to all the details.

There's also a SALE going on that you don't want to miss out on.

Thanks for stopping in today ... I hope you have a wonderful day and week!!

Sewn Together Creations ...

Happy Sunday Everyone ... I hope you've had an enjoyable weekend. Mine's been quite busy but that's okay ... it keeps me out of trouble, LOL!!! Today I'd like to share a few creations I've made using digital images by SEWN TOGETHER and these images and more can be purchased through the Digital-Ink Co. Shoppe.

First is "Donkey with Lightning Bug" which I've colored using Prisma pencils anb Gamsol. My background papers are from a DCWV Mat Stak and the sentiment is Inkadinkado. I've used my Fiskars Swivel Craft Knife to cut him out then gave him googlie eyes from Darice. (I love these images but the fact that they don't have eyes kind of freaks me out so any creation I make will have googlie eyes).I have several kids birthday cards to make for my Aunt to give her great grandchildren and this one is definately going in the stack!!

Another birthday card to add to the collection is this adorable little image called "Eris in Bird Bath". The background paper used on this card is from the Basic Grey Marrakech pack. It has little elephants on it and I though that would work perfectly with Eris. I've done my coloring with Prisma pencils and Watercolor pencils. Though it' difficult to see, I've used Crystal Effects on all the bubble to add a little shine and dimension. My Happy Birthday sentiment is by Anita's and it was in my scrap bin just begging to be used on this creation. My base card is Soft Sky cs and I've used Grey cs for the matting around my Eris image. Last but not least, I've used Darice googlie eyes on Eris and I really like the outcome. I hope my Aunt's great grandchildren will like it too!

Now for the last creation today, I'd like you to meet "Morty the Moose in Sleigh Bells". I think Morty is so cute although a little sad looking ... maybe he's not allowed to play all the reindeer games yet!! LOL!! Morty was also colored with Prisma pencils & Gamsol. My base card is old ollive and the designer papers are Debbie Mumm Harvest & Holiday from JoAnn's. I've used my Nestabilities Labels 1 for my sentiment panels and the flowers are Prima with Creative Impressions brad centers. I've used dimesional tape to give Morty a little dimension and there you have it!!

Thanks so much for taking time today to stop by and take a peek at my work ... I hope somewhere along the way you find inspiration!

Digital-Ink Co. COLOR Challenge

Good MONDAY Morning Everyone and WELCOME to this week's Digital-Ink Co. "COLOR" Challenge!!





The image used today is by Stitchy-Stamps and she is called "Hippie Chick" ... Isn't she cute!! Be sure to check out the Digital-Ink Co. SHOPPE for more Stitchy-Stamps images as well as awesome images by several other creators like this week's winner's prize by Beary Dust Stamps & Clipart called "Honey"!










Prisma pencils were used for the coloring on this image and Nestabilities were used for cutting the oval & scallop ovals. The flowers were created using a Martha Stewart flower punch and the gems are by Hero Arts. The background paper had no markings on it so I'm sorry I can't tell you who the maker is ... I just know I've had this paper for a VERY long time and thought it was perfect for today's challenge.

Please be sure to pop on over to my co-team members blogs & make their day a little sweeter by leaving a comment on their inspirational creation. They are listed on my sidebar. THEN, be sure to check out the OTHER FUN going on over at Digital-Ink Co. There is a Blog Raffle in process with the drawing on Monday, October 19th AND Friday, Oct. 2nd begins the Falloween Blog Hop. You don't want to miss any of the festivities!!!

THANKS for stopping by today ... it's always GREAT to see you here!!! Have a wonderful day and an even more wonderful week!!!

The FUN is coming ....

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY ....

Digital-Ink Co. is having their very first Blog Hop and YOU are invited!!!! Be sure to stop by the SHOPPE and check out all the details. Imagine ... the Fun, the Challenges, the Prizes and even a GRAND PRIZE ... Yippee .... you DON'T want to miss it!!!

So mark your calendars and come join in on the fun!!!

AND ... don't forget about the Blog Raffle going on NOW thru Oct. 19th .... over at the Digital-Ink Co. Challenge Blog! Be sure to get your name in for this sweet pot of goodies!!!!

Digital-Ink Co. RECIPE Challenge

Happy Monday Everyone!!!

Here we are beginning a NEW week and it's time for a NEW Digital-Ink Co. Challenge!! Today we are playing a RECIPE challenge, and the recipe is to use 2 designer papers, and 3 brads/buttons or eyelets. How much fun is that!!!





For today's creation, my 2 designer papers are from the Basic Grey (Wisteria) paper pack and other papers used are More Mustard, Whisper White and Bashful Blue cardstocks. The Design Team was to use an image from Beary Dust Stamps & Clip Art (Sue) and I chose the "Doll behind a Fence" image. For coloring I used Prisma pencils. (Be sure to pop on over to the SHOPPE and check out all the wonderful images Sue has to offer.) The 3 brads are from Basic Grey and my Versafine Black stamped sentiment is from the Penny Black (Allegro) set.

There is also a prize for the winner of this weeks recipe challenge and it is this awesome Reece Designs (Gone Swimming) stamp set! So be sure to get involved and play along.

Our challenges run Monday - Sunday ... so be sure to link your art to our challenge blog through the Mr. Linky gadget. You have until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, September 27th. And, we are going to start using a Digital Ink Co. code for when you upload your work to SCS, PCP and SNR. The code this week is D-IC003.


For more inspiration, please stop by the blogs of my co-team members:


All That Rubbish
Artful Xpressions

BONIBLEAUX designz

Dar's Crafty Creations (you are here, teehee)
Jackie Card Corner
Just Coffee Please & Stamps, & Ribbons, & Paper
Memories in Thyme
Princess Scrap Girl
Teri's Cards and Toppers
The Creative Card Barn

WAIT THERE'S MORE . . . . . . Have you seen the Digital-Ink Co. Blog Raffle going on??? Drawing will be October 19th. Be sure you check this out!!! Here's a little peek ...

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope you find the time to play along on this fun challenge!! Happy Day to You!!

Digi MADNESS ....

I am having SO MUCH fun with these new Digital-Ink Co. images. In fact, I think I've gone a little "over the edge" ... but that's okay because it makes me happy!!! LOL!!!

Here are three cards I created using Stamping Dragon Designs images which are available at the Digital-Ink Co. Store. Feel free to click on any of the images for a larger view. And if you have any questions, please let me know! I just didn't want to overwhelm you with larger photos ... longer posting!!

I have also created 3 additional cards using images by Stampin' MaMa 4U ... also available at the Digital-Ink Co. Store. How much fun are these images ... and just in time for the holiday card giving season. Please stop by the store and check out ALL the CREATORS and their images ... I promise, you won't be disappointed!!!

Thanks for letting me share my card making craziness with you!! I draw SO MUCH inspiration from SO MANY ... I only hope I can share a little inspiration to others with my work. Happy Day Everyone ... do something today that makes you happy!!! Life is TOO SHORT to be anything but HAPPY!!!

A Sketch - Recipe Challenge Combination ...

Today I finally found time to work on a couple of challenges. I decided to combine the RECIPE challenge over on the Stamp, Scrap & Doodle Saturday blog with the SKETCH challenge over on the Get Sketchy blog ... and here's what I have come up with.

My image is a digi from Jules Junk which can be purchased over at the Digital-Ink Co. Store. Be sure to check out all the digi's available ... they are awesome!!! My bacground papers are Graphic45 and K&Co. Ancestry. I have bordered each panel using a gold Pilot marker with the exception of the main image of course, and that was matted using gold metallic paper and cut using a Nestabilities oval scallop die. I've used watercolor pencils and a blender pen for my coloring ... the gold satin ribbon is from Hobby Lobby and the garden green sprigs are from the Martha Stewart "branch" punch.

Thanks for stopping by today! Now I'm headed back to my craftroom for more fun. If all goes well, I'll have a few more creations to share with you over the next day or so. Happy Day Everyone!!!

Digital Ink Co. Sketch Challenge

HAPPY MONDAY EVERYONE!!!

Here we are at the beginning of another week and that means it's time for another Digital-Ink Co. Challenge. Today we have a SKETCH CHALLENGE for you to have fun with and check out what the winner will receive. This adorable snowman is by Jules Junk ... isn't he cute? And he could be yours ... so, please come play along!! We are going to start using a Digital Ink Co. code so that you can upload your work to SCS, PCP and SNR. The code this week is D-IC002. Be sure to continue using Mr. Linky or we won't be able to see your entries. Let's get crafting!!





Now onto my creation for today's challenge.

Along with the sketch, I used one of the awesome REECE'S DESIGNS on my creation. I took the liberty of flipping the sketch to accommodate these fun to color fall pumpkins that April has created. Here is the recipe for my creation:



Stamps: GinaK (sentiment)

Papers: Old Olive, Whisper White, Basic Black, Debbie Mumm Harvest & Holiday designer paper for JoAnn's.

Inks: Computer Ink, Versafine Black

Accessories: Digital image by Reece's Designs, Fiskars swivel craft knife, Prisma pencils, Gamsol, Target brads, Nestabilities, Fiskars decal scissors, dimensional tape.





Be sure to pop on over to the STORE and check out all the images available by these talented ladies. Also please take a moment and check out the wonderful creations my co-team members have created for your inspiration.




Boni http://bonibleauxdesigns.blogspot.com/
Diane http://princessscrapgirl.blogspot.com/
Jackie http://jackie-cardcorner.blogspot.com/
Jennifer http://justcoffeepleasestampsribbonspaper.blogspot.com/
Kim http://memoriesinthyme.blogspot.com/
Micki http://artfulxpressions.net/
Raquel http://raqode7.blogspot.com/
Tanis http://tannyps-rubbish.blogspot.com/
Teri http://handmadebyteri.blogspot.com/





Thanks so much for stopping by today and thanks to those who take the time to honor me with their comments! It truly "makes my day!" Hope you have a wonderful week!

DIGITAL-INK CO. - Challenge #1

HAPPY LABOR DAY EVERYONE!!!

Are you having fun yet??? Well we sure are over on the Digital-Ink Co. Challenge Blog!!! Today is our very FIRST challenge and we would LOVE for you to play along!!!! For our first challenge, we are using Jules Junk poppy image. Isn't it awesome!!!


Now here's MORE exciting NEWS!!! In addition to giving away a free image as part of the participation win - Digital-Inc. Co will be giving away Jules Poppy as a freebie! Yes, you can get this awesome image FREE and if you play the challenge creating with her image, then submit to Mr. Linky ... you will be in the picking for a winner of the April Reece Design prize. WOW ... how cool is that!!!




Be sure to jump right over to the STORE and check out all the other images available!! I'm SURE you'll find there are many images "you just can't live without"!! AND, there are even more "NEW" images for September available that you have to see!!!!



For this creation, I used Prisma Pencils & Gamsol for my coloring. I've also used my Fiskars swivel craft knife to cut out and dimensional tape to pop it up for extra dimension.

Here is the materials list:
Stamps: Inkadinkado (sentiment), Michael Strong (Cloisonne Pot)
Papers: Old Olive, Basic Black, Summer Sun, Paper Pizazz designer Paper
Inks: Versafine Black, Computer Ink
Accessories: Digital-Ink Co. Jules Junk Poppy Image, Fiskars Apron Lace Border punch, Offray grosgrain ribbon, Prisma pencils, Gamsol, blending stump, Fiskars swivel craft knife, Creative Memories fine tip black marker for faux stitching, Scotch dimensional tape,



I am SO EXCITED to be a part of this Design Team ... please stop by the blogs of my co-team members and draw inspiration from their creations! What a talented group of ladies ... and to think, WE ARE JUST GETTING STARTED!!!!

Boni http://bonibleauxdesigns.blogspot.com/
Diane http://princessscrapgirl.blogspot.com/
Jackie http://jackie-cardcorner.blogspot.com/
Jennifer http://justcoffeepleasestampsribbonspaper.blogspot.com/

Kim http://memoriesinthyme.blogspot.com/

Micki http://artfulxpressions.net/
Raquel http://raqode7.blogspot.com/
Tanis http://tannyps-rubbish.blogspot.com/
Teri http://handmadebyteri.blogspot.com/


THANKS for stopping by today and PLEASE check out this new store and challenge blog ... you will definately want to get in on the FUN!!!

A "Fairy" Simple Post ...

I've always been intrigued with "silouette images" and couldn't wait to design with this awesome digital stamp. This digi was created by Stitchy Stamps (Kathy) and is available at Digital-Ink Co.



Being a silouette, my first instinct was to stick with the basic Black & White layout with a pop of color ... for instance Red as I have used here. OR maybe Teal, Purple, Lime Green ... well, you get the picture! After laying out my pieces, I didn't like ALL the black & white so I added the red flourishes to the striped designer paper.

NOW for something a wee bit different using the same Fairy2 Silouette image by Stitchy Stamps. I put this together from pieces out of my scrapbasket. Although you can't see it very well, I've used my Creative Memories Decorative Cutter for the background designer paper to give it a little more movement. Again, I didn't like the solid black color so stamped a flourish onto it with Stazon White to mimic the wings of the silouette. The white Nestabilites oval had been sponged with orange for a different project but was put aside at that point in time and works perfectly for what I was trying to achieve here!!



Using my trusty Fiskars Swivel Craft Knife, I cut around my silouette image before attaching with dimensional tape ... in my mind, it kind of gives you the illusion she's walking out of a mist ... can you see it????? I used a Martha Stewart floral punch with another scrap of designer paper to create my embellishments. I can't wait to see what else I can come up with using this digital stamp.



Well, that's it for today! Ooh wait ... please be sure to check back on Monday, Sept. 7th (I know it's a holiday but stamping continues on ... hahaha!) for the very FIRST challenge on the Digital-Ink Co. Challenge Blog. I'll be there ... hope you are too!!

Have a WONDERUL, FUN-FILLED, RELAXING weekend!!

Digital Ink Co. - NOW OPEN!!!

There's a NEW Digital Ink Company in town and they are "OPEN FOR BUSINESS"!!! Last week was the GRAND OPENING of this awesome STORE and today they are announcing their brand spankin' new DESIGN TEAM!!! The image designers for this store are amazing and there is such a wide variety of images to choose from ... you really MUST CHECK IT OUT HERE!!

Once you've selected & purchased your digital images ... be sure to check out their new Digital Ink Co Challenge Blog and play along!!! Each week there will be new CHALLENGES ... new SPONSORS and new inspiration from their FABULOUS Design Team. Here's a list of the ladies who will be inspiring you from week to week (anyone you recognize on this list? tee hee) .

Boni http://bonibleauxdesigns.blogspot.com/

Darlene http://darscraftycreations.blogspot.com/

Diane http://princessscrapgirl.blogspot.com/

Jackie http://jackie-cardcorner.blogspot.com/

Jennifer http://justcoffeepleasestampsribbonspaper.blogspot.com/

Kim http://memoriesinthyme.blogspot.com/

Micki http://artfulxpressions.net/

Raquel http://raqode7.blogspot.com/

Tanis http://tannyps-rubbish.blogspot.com/

Teri http://handmadebyteri.blogspot.com/

Yes, I'm proud to annouce that "I have been selected" to create along side these wonderfully talented ladies for the next however many months they'll have me!!! I am VERY excited to be giving this DIGI WORLD a try and so far, I LOVE IT!! Now if I can just talk DH into buying me a wireless printer so I don't have to keep running up and down the stairs when I want to print something new!! LOL!!

Here is a card I created using one of the Designs by Sue images! She's called "Sad Girl" and here she's sad she missed her friend's birthday!! This is only ONE of the many wonderful images available by several different designers!


Other details on this creation are:
Stamps: None
Papers: Whisper White, Certainly Celery, Daisy D's designer paper
Inks: Pink Pirouette
Accessories: Hand written sentiment, Creative Memories fine tip black marker, Prisma pencils, Fiskars swivel craft knife, Nestabilities (classic scallop hearts), Hero Arts pink pearls

THANKS so much for stopping by today and helping me "spread the word" on this new digi store and challenge blog!!