Christmas Bells

 We are at the midway of the November Challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  The optional twist for November is All Stitched Up.

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image is from Digi Doodles and the digital paper is from PixelScrapper.  Colouring is with copic markers.

I followed a tutorial for a Cascade Card by Beccy's Place. 

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

Classic Design - Bells and Baubles
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2024/11/classic-design-challenge-11-2024-novdec.html

Deck The Halls

 This month at 12 Months of Christmas, the optional twist is Anything Goes Christmas (cards only). 

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image is from Nikki Burnette and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also added some stars.

I would like to enter:

The Holly and Ivy Christmas Challenge - Anything Christmas Goes
https://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2024/06/challenge-165-anything-christmas-goes.html

Christmas All Year Round - Anything Christmas
https://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.com/2024/07/july-challenge-anything-christmas-or.html

O Come All Ye Faithful

It is the start of the first October Anything Goes Challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  For this challenge, we are sponsored by Alex Syberia Designs.

I have used an image from Alex Syberia Designs called Christmas Bird.

I also used a paper and a border strip from a Kaisercraft paper pad.  Coloring is with copic markers and inking is with Distress Ink.  I also added a sentiment from Digi Doodles Studio and an embelllishment.

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature (Bird)
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/10/challenge-79-anything-goes-with.html

Season's Greetings

 It is time for some more inspiration at 12 Months of Christmas.  This month, our optional twist is "Favorite Color Combo".  My favorite colors are yellow and orange - nice cheerful colors of Summer.

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  The image is from Sassy Studio Designs and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.

I would like to enter:

The Holly and Ivy Challenge - Anything Christmas Goes
http://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2023/04/challenge-137-anything-christmas-goes.html

Happy Birthday

We have had two wet and stormy days in a row here so I have had some crafting time indoors.  This is one of the cards that I finished today:

I would like to enter:

Passion For Markers - Animals
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/04/week-684animals.html

All Dressed Up - Anything Goes
https://alldressedupchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/03/march-new-challenge-138.html

Classic Design - April Challenge
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/2023/04/classic-design-challenge-april-4.html

I have used a digital paper (source unknown).  The image is from All Dressed Up and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some gems and ribbon.

Season's Greetings

 I've just realised that a couple of the posts that I should have made in the past week aren't published.  Both challenges are still running so I am going to post them now.

This is the mid-way inspiration for the challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  This month's optional twist is "Into The Woods We Go"

I have used a digital paper from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles from a previous challenge at 12 Months of Christmas.  The image is from Meljens Designs and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.

I would like to enter:

Critter Crazy Challenge - Feature a Creature
https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/2023/02/challenge-71-anything-goes-with.html

Peace on Earth

 Today is the start of the first Anything Goes Challenge for December at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.  For this challenge, we are sponsored by Sheepski Designs.

I have used an image from Sheepski Designs called Winter Robin

I also used an offcut piece of patterned paper.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  The sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.

I would like to enter:

Sheepski Designs - Tis The Season
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2022/12/challenge-69-tis-season.html

Creative Knockouts - Winter Wonderland
http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/2022/12/481-winter-wonderland-lee-holland.html

Sponsor Details:

Sheepski Design Shop
Blog Shop
Blog
Facebook
Instagram

Season's Greetings

After intending to upload a few cards last night, I got interrupted and distracted with something else.  So, I am back to it this morning.  Yesterday was a nice sunny day but I've woken to heavy rain so it looks like it is going to be another good day for crafting.

 I would like to enter:

CRAFT Challenge - Christmas
https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2022/11/challenge-659-christmas.html

Star Stampz - Nature (clouds and tree)
http://starstampz.blogspot.com/2022/11/challenge-40-nature.html

Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2022/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html

I have used a digital paper from Trimgym.  The image is from Star Stampz and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.

Merry Christmas

The sun has managed to stay out today.  It did cloud over earlier and there were some spots of rain but it didn't amount to anything.  It is a pleasant change to have a sunny day!

I would like to enter:

Passion For Markers - Traditional Christmas Colors
https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/2022/11/week-668traditional-christmas-colours.html

Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2022/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html

I have used two papers from a paper pad by DCWV.   The image is from Lacy Sunshine (now Color of Love) and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Coloring is with copic markers.  I also added some washi tape and some red and green snowflake stickers.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

 It looks like it is going to be another nice day here today.  Maybe summer is on it's way.  I was up early this morning and so decided to create another Christmas card:

I would like to enter:

Digi Doodle Studio - Christmas
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/11/challenge-44-christmaswinter.html

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/10/pennys-challenge-508.html

Beccy's Place - Month of Holiday Cards
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2021/11/a-month-of-holiday-cards-challenge.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad.  The image is an older image from Digi Doodle Studio and the sentiment is one I stamped some time ago (it could be a clear stamp from a magazine but I can't be certain).  Colouring is with copic markers and Wink of Stella.  I also added some aqua coloured pearls.

Mums are the Bestest

 I have a few posts to blog today.  Hopefully I will get them all done.  I have to catch an early bus tomorrow for an appointment so I won't have time in the morning.

I would like to enter:

Gecko Galz - Monthly Image Challenge
http://geckogalzscrapbooking.blogspot.com/p/gecko-galz-image-challenge-of-month.html

I have used a digital paper and an image from Gecko Galz.  The sentiment is from Digi Doodle Studio.  Inking of the sentiment is with Distress Ink (Aged Mahongany). I also added a magenta coloured flour with a resin flower as the centre.

Season's Greetings

The optional twist at CHNC for this week is "Use some patterned paper or card"

I have used a digital paper from PixelScrapper.  The image is from Doodle Pantry and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also added a glitter foam star.

I would like to enter:

CHNC Patterned Paper - September Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2021/09/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper.html

Christmas Bells

 I have been back in to the Awaiting Crafting boxes for this one - and as a result don't know the sources of the paper or the sentiment as I hadn't written them on the reverse!

I would like to enter:

Digi Doodles Studio - Time of Year
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/08/challenge-41-favourite-season-time-of.html

The Corrosive Challenge - Anything Goes
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/2021/07/challenge-7-july-2021-anything-goes.html

The Crafters' Cafe - Anything Goes
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/08/271-1st-august-2021.html

I have used a digital paper (source unknown).  The image is an older image from Digi Doodles Studio and the source of the sentiment is also unknown.  Colouring is with copic markers and inking with Distress Ink (Spiced Marmalade)  I also used some grosgrain ribbon and some gold 3D stars.

Deck The Halls

 I have raided my Awaiting Crafting Boxes for this card.  I still have a lot of items in each box even though I am making some progress with them.

I would like to enter:

Cheerful Sketches - Sketch
http://cheerfulsketcheschallenge.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-mei.html

Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge - May Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.com/2021/05/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-may.html

I have used three papaers from Bearly Mine Designs.  The image is from Lacy Sunshine (Colour of Love) and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I inked the outer edges of the card with Distress Ink (Mermaid Lagoon).

O Christmas Tree

 A glittery Christmas card in traditional colours which I had fun creating.

I would like to enter:

Digi Doodles Studio - Bring on The Glitz
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-38-bring-on-glitz-add-glitter.html

CCC Digi Creations - Sparkle
https://cccdigicreations.blogspot.com/2021/05/challenge-125-add-sparkle-andor-shine.html

I have used glitter cardstock from DCWV for the background.  I die-cut the image and also die-cut the glitter cardstock using the same die so I could slot the image into the space.  The image is from Digi Doodles Studio.  I coloured the image with copic markers and then added clear Wink of Stella over the top.  I found some small glitter domes to add around the card to break up the background a bit.

Peace on Earth

I've had a week or so where things haven't exactly gone to plan for one reason or another.  I meant to upload this one last night and got distracted and as a result missed the closing of the challenge the layout was based on!  I've still shared the sketch below though.

I would like to enter:

Sheepski Designs - Floral Dance
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/2021/05/sheepski-designs-challenge-50-floral.html

Winter Wonderland - Peace on Earth
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2021/04/peace-on-earth.html

Sweet Sketch Wednesday - Sketch
http://sweetsketchwednesday2.blogspot.com/2021/04/getting-sketchy-with-sheepski-designs.html

I have used digital papers from Nothing But Freebies.  The image is from Sheepski Designs and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some Glossy Accents to the wax on the candle.

I followed last month's sketch at Sweet Sketch Wednesday:

Have A Purrrfect Birthday

I've had this image and sentiment sitting in my Awaiting Crafting boxes and thought that they would go well together - and then not done anything with them.  Yesterday, I pulled them both out and created a card with them.  I had to wait until this evening to post the card on my blog as I have been up at the hospital for an appointment for a significant part of the day.  

I would like to enter;

Digi Doodles Studio - Include An Animal
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/04/challenge-37-include-animal.html

A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/2021/04/a-bit-more-time-to-craft-challenge.html

A Bit More Time To Craft Extra - April Challenge
https://abitmoretimetocraftextra.blogspot.com/2021/04/abmttc-extra-challenge-april-anything.html

Show Us Your Pussycats - Furrything Goes
https://showusyourpussies.blogspot.com/2021/04/show-us-your-pussycats-challenge-65.html

I have used a digital paper from Lozzy.  The image is an older image from Digi Doodles Studio and the sentiment is from When The Scrap Hits The Fun.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some glitter domes to the card as well.

From Our Home To Yours

 This is the second card from today that uses an item from each of my Awaiting Crafting boxes - image, sentiment and digital paper.

I would like to enter:

Penny's Paper Crafty - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/02/pennys-challenge-489.html

Digi Doodle Studios - Add A Sentiment
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2021/02/challenge-35-include-sentiment.html

I have used a digital paper from Peppercus.  I added a polka dot satin ribbon over the paper.  The image is from Digi Doodle Studios and the sentiment is from Crafty Cat 957.  Colouring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  I also added Glossy Accents to the penguin eyes, bauble and the holly on the sentiment.  I added some blue puffy star stickers.

Happy Birthday

 I had every intention of doing the blog hop at The Paper Shelter but this last week or so has totally turned to custard.  I am going away at the weekend and will have internet so I will hop then as I'm sure there are lots of lovely projects to look at.

This card has taken me the best part of a week to create - and very stop/start at that.

I would like to enter:

The Paper Shelter - Birthday
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/2020/12/the-paper-shelters-10th-birthday.html

Creative Knockouts - Anything Goes
http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/2020/12/380-anything-goes-paper-shelter.html

I have used a 3 digital papers from my Awaiting Crafting Box - I hadn't written the source of any of them on the back of them (something I should have done).  The image is from The Paper Shelter and the sentiment is from Digi Doodles Studio.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I added some Peelcraft Border Stickers over the joins between the digital papers and some pearls to the sentiment diecut.

Tis The Season

I matching my cards that I haven't intentionally made for Beccy's Place Month of Holiday Cards to letters of the alphabet.  By what I have done so far I think I am going to end up with mainly B and S!

I would like to enter:

Digi Doodle Studio - Christmas
http://digidoodlestudioschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2020/11/challenge-33-christmaswinter.html

Beccy's Place - A Month of Holiday Cards - B is for Bells
https://beccysplace.blogspot.com/2020/11/day-2-b.html

I have used offcut pieces of 2 patterned papers I used to make cards for A Month of Holiday Cards at Beccy's Place.  The image is from Digi Doodle Studio and the sentiment is from Beccy's Place.  Colouring is with copic markers.  I also edged the image and sentiment with Distress Ink.  I addded three stars to match the colours in the image.