Peace on Earth Christmas Challenge

 

Hello Friends and welcome back to my blog! 
SO happy you stopped by!

Today I have a card to share for the new challenge over on the PEACE ON EARTH CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE BLOG.  Of course the theme is Anything Christmas and we hope you'll come join in the fun! 

Here's a fun inspiration board we've created to help get you started ...

 As I'm sure you can tell, I was inspired by the colors in this Christmas mood board (Great Job Diane!)

I began my card with a background designer paper panel from The Paper Boutique 8x8 'Winter Wonders' paper pack.  Next I chose an ornament die from my collection which is an older Memory Box die called 'Corby Ornament' (#99264).

 

 A touch of old holiday ribbon helped bring attention to my 'red' cardinal and the sentiment is from a stamp set I purchased recently (at Adventures in Stamping in Akron in April) from the Technique Junkies company.  Here's a peek at the inside of my card . . .

 

This was such a fun stamp set, I couldn't help but buy it and make some FUN Christmas cards.  The set is called Inside Out: 12 Cookies (#SS125).

PLEASE be sure to pop over to THE BLOG and check out the amazing designs our design team has created for your inspiration.  What a group of talented ladies!!  Then come join in the fun!! 

  Have a great day!

As always ... thanks again for stopping by!

Colorful Options - Red, White & Blue

It's time for a new challenge over on Colorful Options.

This month the color theme is Red, White & Blue and here's
a mood board created for your inspiration . . .

 

 Remember, this is a MONTHLY challenge so you have until the 28th
at 8:00 pm (CST) to join in the fun.
Not a fan of the color Red, White & Blue?  Well then you have the option
of creating something in rainbow colors.

This is NOT just a CARD challenge, you can create anything you wish
as long as you follow the theme of the color Red, White & Blue or Rainbow.

 

 What inspired me today? 
Well, of course, the 4th of July holiday! 
Growing up we always had a big party on Independence Day!  My dad was a veteran and so we would always go to see the parade (were actually in the parade many years) and then a big party with all the vets and their families at our house since we had lots of property and fun things for the kids to enjoy!  

One game I remember Dad always having for the kids was a big mound of sand with lots of pennies (and a few nickels, dimes & quarters) hidden inside that we kids would all be digging through to see how much money we could gather up!  Sounds weird but it was very exciting stuff back in the late 50s!  Towards the end of the day there was always ICE CREAM for all the kids ... so this paper really spoke to me! LOL

 

Product used today . . .

The Paper Studio 'Four Seasons 3' designer paper.

Tutti Designs 'Celebrate' word die.

Paper Rose 'Stitched Rectangle Frames' (16679)

I hope you'll come check it out and play along!
Thanks for stopping by!

*** We also have a new YouTube Channel ... name is: Colorful Options TV ***

As always . . .

 

Two Old Bats Challenge Time

Hello friends and thanks for stopping by today!

It's time once again for a new monthly challenge over on the
Two Old Bats Halloween Blog!

Just wait until you see what the team has created ... OMG!!  And to help us get our mojo going, Diane (yep, my Old Bat partner) has created this fabulous inspiration board. . .

 

Today the black/white ghost panel (lower left) caught my eye so that's where my card began.  Next I spotted this OLD Spellbinder Graveyard die in my stash so that set my scene and my Frantic Stamper 'Halloween' was die cut twice then offset to add dimension.

 Just to refresh your memory ... here's a recap of how things are done on our blog.

 Monthly Challenge

• Start on the 2nd of the month
• Ends on the 28th of the month
• Winners chosen by the DT
• Winners announced on the 1st of the month prior to start of next new challenge.
• We will be accepting Guest Designers ... let us know if you're interested.
• There will be PRIZES  if we have 50+ entries.
  

I hope you've enjoyed today's share and thanks so much for stopping by!

REMEMBER ...

You have until July 28th to enter.
Hope to see you there!

Have a SPOOKTACULAR DAY
and PLEASE be sure to tell your friends about this challenge!!

As always . . . 

Four Seasons Challenge - Summer

 

 Hello Friends

Over at the Four Seasons Challenge Blog,
our theme this month is . . .

Anything Goes - SUMMER

check out this fabulous inspiration board Diane has created to help inspire you . . .

 

Such a busy time of year so for today's card, I let this beautiful paper panel from the Mintay 'Seaside Escape' do the heavy work.

 

 I then simply added a sentiment using one of the Creative Expressions 'Wordies Sentiment Sheets'.

If you haven't checked out our new FOUR SEASONS CHALLENGE BLOG (a monthly seasonal themed challenge) yet, PLEASE pop over and join in the fun.  And don't forget our latest challenge blog adventures ... PEACE ON EARTH CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE BLOG (a bi-monthly anything goes Christmas challenge) ... and CAN YOU HANDLE THE PRESSURE (a bi-monthly anything goes using embossing folders + an optional twist).  Please be sure to pop over and check 'em out!

Challenges to share in:

Simon Says Wednesday Challenge - ATG
Creative Knockouts #459 - Outside Fun
Cardz 4 Guys Challenge #299 - Summer Theme
Rty it on Tuesday - Here Comes Summer

  Thanks so much for stopping by today!

As always . . .

Make The Cards Challenge #58

 

 Welcome Back Friends!

It's time for a new challenge over on the  Make The Cards Challenge Blog.
Today we have a Technique challenge for you . . .

 

 Today, I chose to do a Double Z fold card for you!  

I'm still working at using OLD stash so the designer paper I've used today is once again from the Crafty Secrets (no longer in business) Earthy paper pad. 

 

The measurements for my card are as follows:

Ivory Card Stock base back card is 4 1/4" x 11", scored on 11" side at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
Ivory Card Stock inside fold panel is 3 3/4" x 9 3/4", scored on 9 3/4" side at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"

Decorative panel measurements:
Back panels are 4" x 5 1/4" and (2) at 4" x 2 1/2"
Inside fold panels are 3 5/8" x 4" and (1) at 3 5/8" x 2 1/2"

 

I then die cut a square using Tutti Designs 'Scalloped Stitched Nesting Squares' die set and the 'Happy' and 'Birthday' are also Tutti Design dies (I've used the larger of the two in the set).  The sentiment was die cut using a scrap from the decorative designer paper.

I hope you'll come join in our challenge fun ... here's the link for you one more time ...

Make The Cards Challenge

 As always . . .

 

Can You Handle The Pressure - Things with Wings

 Hello Friends, thanks for stopping by today!

We have a new challenge starting today over on our new Can You Handle The Pressure Challenge Blog and the TWIST theme is 'THINGS with WINGS'.  Remember, the twist is optional but you MUST use an embossing folder on our projects to qualify for the prize.  Heat embossing is also permitted but only in conjunction with an embossing folder.

 Here's what I've created to inspire you today.  

 

 Today's card really showcases just how quickly you can create a card by using an embossing folder.  Now keep in mind, I've taken a few extra steps by doing a bit of coloring, faux stitching and adding a sentiment but by simply just adding an embossed panel to a card front, your card could be ready to go.  Here's how this panel looked before coloring . . .

I first used what extra ink was left on my green distress oxide ink dauber to give the vines a bit of color then I've used Tombow markers to carefully color the embossed leaves and birds.  For added dimension, I've used lime green Nuvo Crystal drops on all the 'dotted' spots.

 

 

 

 A quick & easy sentiment was added by using one of the many available in the Creative Expressions 'Everyday' Wordies Sentiments Sheets.

 

 

I do hope you'll come check out our new blog and play along.
AND yep ... we will be offering prizes at our challenges ... that's always a fun surprise!

Here's today's prize offering . . .

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by today,
I appreciate it more than you'll ever know!!

As always . . .

The Sisterhood of Crafters - Add Layers

 

 Hello my friends!

Today I have a card for the new challenge over on The Sisterhood of Crafters!

Our theme, chosen by Sistah Ina is:

 

ADD LAYERS
(papers, dies, etc.)

I chose to use a combination of papers & dies to create my layers.
The beautiful papers are from the P13 'Till we meet again' 6x6 designer pad. 

 

 The Tutti Designs 'Cross Stitched Nesting Rectangle' dies were used to create the frames.

 I used a scrap of the designer paper on the focus rectangle panel before adding my Pink Fresh sentiment. I could have kept adding embellishments but I decided to stop right here.

I hope you'll come join in our challenge fun at The Sisterhood of Crafters!

My 'sistahs' have created some fabulous creations to help inspire you ... 

be sure to pop over and check them out!

 As always, thanks SO MUCH for taking the time to stop by!

Inspiration Station Challenge

 
Hello Everyone and Welcome Back!

Today I have a card to share for the new challenge over on the Inspiration Station!

Here is today's Inspiration Photo  ...

 

Please remember, to be eligible for the Prize, you will need to *Let us know on your blog or Social Media Post how the Photo Inspired You*.

 

 I was obviously inspired by the horses & riders.  I have several family members who have horses and do a lot of trail riding and such so I know this card will come in handy.

 The die I have used is by Impression Obsession called 'Western Couple' (DIE781).  I simply die cut it from black card stock and adhered it to my white card base.  I then used the fine tip end of my black Tombow marker along with a ruler and drew the outside edge lines.  

Single lines were used on 3 sides and the 4th side has a double line.  I realized my die cut image was off center, hence the double line.  Then to add something different to that 'odd' edge, I used that same fine marker and drew a sideways figure 8 (was to resemble a rope loop) then I added Nuvo drops and although unintentional ...it turned out looking like a book binder on the right side ... pretty cool ... lol.

Before I forget, I wanted to let you know we are having a Design Team Call.  We are looking for 2-3 creative and crafty individuals to join our team.  If you are interested in joining us, please send pics of 3 projects that best represent your work and style along with a short bio to Donna @ dlflowers64@gmail.com

No experience necessary...we all have to start somewhere!

 I do hope you will pop over to Inspiration Station! 
Come check out what the design team has created ... lots of fun inspiration from this team!  And then, join in the fun!  I look forward to seeing what YOU create. 

Thanks so much for stopping by today and sharing in my excitement!

As always . . .

 

Peace on Earth Christmas Challenge

 

 Hello Friends and welcome back to my blog! 
SO happy you stopped by!

Today I have a card to share for the new challenge over on the PEACE ON EARTH CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE BLOG.  Of course the theme is Anything Christmas and we hope you'll come join in the fun! 

Here's a fun inspiration board we've created to help get you started ...

Obviously, I was inspired by the black/white gingham checks and the cute snowmen.  So, I went through my dies and came across this cute Sweet Dixie 'Snowman' (SDD004) and decided he would be the subject of today's card.   He is VERY old and may not be available any longer.

 For my background, I went to my Ella & Viv Paper Company 'Perfectly Plaid Kit' of 12x12 papers and for my snowman background, I die cut a panel using the Lawn Fawn 'Snowfall Backdrop' from black card stock then backed it with a scrap panel of white card stock (so it appeared as snow falling).

I've used Tombow markers to add a little color to some of the pop out pieces then glued them back into my snowman after he was adhered to the background panel.

 

 PLEASE be sure to pop over to THE BLOG and check out the amazing designs our design team has created for your inspiration.  What a group of talented ladies!!  Then come join in the fun!! 

  Have a great day!

As always ... thanks again for stopping by!

Make The Cards Challenge #57

 

 Welcome Back Friends!

It's time for a new challenge over on the  Make The Cards Challenge Blog.
Today we have a Color challenge for you . . .

 

I've been playing with some OLD stash recently and came up with this color combination using designer paper from a company that is no longer in business (and I have a LOT of their stuff since I was on their DT).  I'm referring to Crafty Secrets and this 2 sided paper comes from their 'Earthy' paper pad.

I've used some medium blue card stock to mat my sentiment (which is stamped in TH distress oxide 'chipped sapphire' ink) and punch out a few flowers using old Martha Stewart punches.  I've also used a Tombow marker (#526) to add faux stitching around the lower panel.  Nuvo drops were used for flower centers and embellishments.

 I hope you'll come join in our challenge fun ... here's the link for you one more time ...

Make The Cards Challenge

 As always . . .