Christmas Hugs

Woo Hoo.  The Month of Holiday Cards at Beccy's Place has started for 2024.  For my first card of the month, I have followed a sketch at Sweet Sketch Wednesday.

I would like to enter:

Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2024/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html

Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch 287
https://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.com/2024/10/sweet-sketch-wednesday-2-october.html

I have used some scrap pieces of digital paper from Create with TLC.  The image is from Beccy's Place.   Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added some glitter gems to the four corners.

I followed this sketch by Sweet Sketch Wednesday:

Happy Pumpkin Day

I am a bit late with this post.  I thought I had posted it at the beginning of the month but it managed to stay in draft.  Today was the first day that I have gone back to write another post and saw it still in Drafts.

This month at Incy Wincy Designs, the theme is Autumn and/or More Than One Fold.   I decided to do both an autumn card and a card with more than one fold.  This is a fold that I learned at the Stress Free Cardmakers Summit.

This picture gives a better view of the top fold and the side fold.

I have used some digital papers from PixelScrapper.  The image is from Designed 2 Delight and the sentiment is from Create with TLC.  Colouring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

will add challenges later

 

 

Life does not have to be perfect

The latest Anything Goes Challenge  at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends has started.  This challenge is sponsored by Sheepski Designs.

I have used an image by Sheepski Designs called Gerbera Daisy.

I also used some paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The sentiment is from Create with TLC.  I added some butterflies flying around the Gerbera Daisy.

I would like to enter:

Sheepski Designs - Anything Goes
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2024/09/challenge-90-anything-goes.html

Sparkles Monthly Challenges - Use one or more butterflies
https://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.com/2024/08/179-use-one-or-more-butterflies.html

Beautiful Blossoms - Florals plus mood board (used colours from the mood board in addition to the flower)
https://beautifulblossomschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/07/anything-goes-flowers-with-optional.html

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
https://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2024/08/pennys-challenge-579.html

There is always something to sing about

Today is the start of the first Anything Goes challenge for July 2024 at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  The sponsor for this challenge is Rachelle Ann Miller.

I have used a digital image from Rachelle Ann Miller called Forest Sounds.

I also used a digital paper.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added two musical themed stickers and a sentiment from Create with TLC.

I would like to enter:

I will add some challenges later

Every day is Cupcake Day!

The latest Anything Goes Challenge has started at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  For this challenge, the sponsor is The Paper Shelter.

I have used an image from The Paper Shelter called Tea Time

I also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper and a sentiment from Create with TLC.  Colouring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Creations in Pink - Mainly Pink
https://creationsinpink.blogspot.com/2024/06/challenge-71-anything-goes-in-mainly.html

Dear Ice Cream

The latest Anything Goes Challenge is now running at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  For this challenge, the sponsor is All Dressed Up.

I have used an image by All Dressed Up called Summer Ice Cream.

I also used a sentiment from Create with TLC and a digital paper (source unknown).  Colouring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2024/05/pennys-challenge-571.html

All Dressed Up - May Challenge
https://alldressedupchallenges.blogspot.com/2024/05/may-2024-challenge-151.html

Crafts Galore Encore - May Challenge
https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/05/may-2024-crafts-galore-encore-challenge.html

Lil Chicks

It is the start of the latest Anything Goes Challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  The sponsor for this challenge is Sheepski Designs.

I have used an image from Sheepski Designs called Lil Chicks.

I also used a digital paper from Create with TLC.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some glitter stickers.

I would like to enter:

Sheepski Designs - Anything Goes
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2024/04/challenge-85-anything-goes.html

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature (Lil Chicks)
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2024/04/challenge-85-anything-goes-with.html

Celebrate

It has been raining off and on here today so I managed to do some crafting.  I am going to upload one tonight but leave the others until tomorrow.

I would like to enter:

Passion For Markers - Dies and/or Punches
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2024/02/week-727-dies-andor-punches.html

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
https://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2024/02/pennys-challenge-565.html

I have used a digital paper from Create with TLC.  The image is from Dr Digi's House of Stamps and the sentiment is typed on the computer.  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink of Stella.  The die-cut is cut with a die from Memory Box.

Completely huggable....lovable you

A new Anything Goes Challenge has started at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  For this challenge, our sponsor is The Paper Shelter.

I have used a digital paper and an image from The Paper Shelter called Bear Hug.

I also added a sentiment by Create with TLC.  Colouring is with copic markers.  To finish, I added some glitter heart stickers.

I would like to enter:

Double Trouble - Love is in the Air
https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/2024/02/Challenge-159.html

Color Dare Challenge - Pink, Red, Blue
https://colormyheartcolordare.blogspot.com/2024/02/Challenge-586.html

 

Happy Father's Day

 It is the start of the September Challenge at Path of Positivity.  The optional twist this month is "Inspired by a Tic Tac Toe Board"

I chose the bottom row of Vintage, Masculine and Use die-cuts

I also used a digital paper.  The images are from Create with TLC and Digi Darla and the sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Coloring is with copic markers.  The cogs are die-cut using a die from Memory Box.

I would like to enter:

Surf's Up

 We are at the start of the August Challenge at Path of Positivity.  This month, the optional twist is "Inspired by the Sea".  For my project I have been inspired by sea life.

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The images are from Fresh Brewed Designs (surfing starfish) and Sassy Studio Designs (underwater scene).  The sentiments are from Create with TLC (Surf's Up) and Ginger's House (The Beach).  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

CATS understand the importance of a nap

 We are at the start of the first Anything Goes Challenge for August 2023.  The sponsor for this challenge is Hetty Clare Art.

 

I have used an image from Hetty Clare Art called Day Off.  At the time of writing this post (in draft), the image is appearing in the store as unavailable.  That may have now changed.

I also used some papers from paper pads.  Coloring is with Promarkers and the sentiment is from Create with TLC.

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-77-anything-goes-with.html

Show Us Your Pussycats - Furrything Goes
https://showusyourpussies.blogspot.com/2023/07/challenge-91-furrything-goes.html

Crazy For Cats - Anything Cat Goes or Regal Cats
https://crazyforcatschallenges.blogspot.com/2023/08/challenge-10-anything-cat-goes-or-regal.html

Pool Party Fun

We are at the start of the second Anything Goes Challenge for the month of July 2023.  This challenge, we are sponsored by All Dressed Up.

I have used an image from All Dressed Up called Pool Party.

I also used a paper from a paper pad.  I added a sentiment from Create with TLC as well as some ephemera.  Coloring is with copic markers.

Sponsor Info:

Prize: 2 images

 All Dressed Up Shop

                        Challenge Blog                          

Facebook

Instagram

I would like to enter:

The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Summer Fun
https://theoutlawzchallenges-friday.blogspot.com/2023/07/festive-friday-challenge-july-7-to-aug-3.html

All Dressed Up - Anything Goes
https://alldressedupchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/07/july-2023-challenge-142.html

 

Every Day is Cupcake Day!

We are at the start of the July Challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  The theme for July is "Food and/or Drink" and the sponsor is Last Minute Manda.

I have used an image from Last Minute Manda called Cup of Sea.

I also used two digital papers from PixelScrapper.  The sentiment is from Create with TLC.  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I added a pre-made topper embellishment.

I would like to enter:

The Outlawz Friday Challenge - Water
https://theoutlawzchallenges-friday.blogspot.com/2023/06/festive-friday-challenge-june-2-to-july.html

The Outlawz Challenges - July Linky
https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/06/july-2023-linky.html

Friends are Forever

 We are at the midway point of the June Challenge at Path of Positivity.  The optional twist for this month is "Inspired by a Pattern".  My inspiration came from an animal print - giraffe.  I love the patterns on giraffe and how at first glance they look the same but on closer inspection they are all unique.

I have used a giraffe skin patterned paper by Create with TLC.  The images are from unknown (top one), Doodle Dragon Studio (bottom one) and Cruzine (right one).  If anyone recognises the top one, please leave a comment as to whose image it is.  

I also added some tree stickers, vellum and a chipboard sentiment and banner.  Coloring is with copic markers. 

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/06/challenge-75-anything-goes-with.html

Never Give Up

It is the start of the second Anything Goes Challenge for June 2023.  This challenge, we are sponsored by Dr Digi's House of Stamps.

 

I have used an image from Dr Digi's House of Stamps called Yogic Yulia.

 I have also used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I added a sentiment from Create with TLC and some embellishments.

I would like to enter:

The Crafter's Cafe - Humor
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/06/298-theme-is-humorous.html

Passion For Markers - Clean and Simple
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/06/week-694clean-and-simple.html

Sponsor Info:

Store

Facebook

Just keep swimming

 I'm late writing this post.  I have limited computer time at the moment and have only just realized that this wasn't done when it should have been.

Anyhow,  the June Challenge at Path of Positivity is still in progress so a reminder now isn't too late.  The optional twist this month is "Inspired by a Pattern".  I chose circles which remind me of water bubbles.

I have used a digital paper from Create with TLC.  The images are fom Fresh Brewed Designs, Limited Runs and Craft Sentiments.  The sentiment is from DeeDee's Digis.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also used some Kindy Glitz on some of the background circles to give some sparkle.

I would like to enter:

Time to Drink Champagne and Dance on the Table

 We are at the start of the May Challenge at Scribbles Designs.  This month, the theme is "Sip and Savor"

I have used:

Scribbles Designs - Champagne Glasses 

Scribbles Designs -  Drink Champagne

I also used a digital paper from Create with TLC. Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some Glossy Accents to the glasses.

I would like to enter:

Classic Design Open Challenge - May Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/05/classic-design-challenge-may-5.html

Merry Christmas

Our midway inspiration at 12 Months of Christmas has just been posted.  It is a bit later than usual but better late than never as they say.  Our optional twist for March is "Light The Way".  I added some Christmas tree lights to the night sky (which also has stars lighting the way.

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The Christmas light image is from Create with TLC and the sentiment is from Desert Diva.  Coloring is with copic markers.

I would like to enter:

Holly & Ivy Christmas Challenge - Anything Christmas Goes
http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/03/challenge-136-anything-christmas-goes.html

Just For You

 Somehow I have managed to get about a week or so behind - after February only being 2-3 days shorter than other months.  I haven't managed to create much outside of Design Team cards but I put aside some time today to do that.  I had been putting this one off as it looked difficult - turned out it wasn't that difficult at all.

I would like to enter:

Butterfly Challenge - C is for..
https://butterflyspotchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/02/178-spin-butterfly-wheel-with-c-for.html

Passion For Markers - Things With Wings
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/02/week-679things-with-wings.html

I have used a check paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The images on the inside are both from Create with TLC.  Coloring is with copic markers and inking of the embossing is with Distress Ink.  I also added some butterfly puffy stickers.

I used all the elements on the Butterfly wheel.