Bubble Bath Day

This month at Path of Positivity, the optional twist is "Inspired By A Word Collage"

I have used a digital paper.  The word art collage is from Create with TLC and the image is from The Stamping Chef.  Coloring is with copic markers and Kindy Glitz.  

I would like to enter:

The Crafters Cafe - Anything Goes
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2022/12/292-anything-goes.html

Krissy Kringle in non traditional colours

I have combined a non-Christmas paper with a Christmas image coloured in non-traditional colours. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/12/10/challenge-59-anything-goes/
CHNC - Bright Colours
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/chnc-challenge-206-bright-colours.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Modern Christmas Colours
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-114.html
Craft Your Passion - Non Traditional Christmas
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-243-non-traditional-christmas.html

I have used a chevron patterned paper from Rosie's Studio.  The image is Krissy Kringle from The Stamping Chef.  I have coloured with copic markers and added Stickles - Silver to the ribbon on the gifts.  I used some orange cardstock for matting.  I found I had an orange reindeer which worked well with the colours of the image so added that as an embellishment.  I also added some gemstones for a bit of sparkle.

A Birthday Wish

A glittery girlie birthday card:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Vandicrafts - Happy Birthday
http://vandicrafts.com/artistry-challenge-11-happy-birthday/
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/10/08/653/
The Outlawz Monday Challenge - It's My Party
http://outlawzchallenges.ning.com/group/monday-greetings/forum/topics/greetings-card-challenge-october-6-it-s-my-party
Penny's Paper - Polka Dots
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-198.html
Sentimental Sundays - Bling It Up
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/challenge-227-bling-it-up.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Alyce Copic Fairy.  I have coloured her with copic markers and then added Stickles and pearls to her wings.  I also coloured some flowers with copic marker Y17 to add as embellishments along with some further pearls and some lace.  The sentiment is from Sans Designs.  I cut the sentiment using a Spellbinders die and then stencilled (using Distress Ink - Scattered Straw) and embossed before removing the die.

Krissy Kringle

A Christmas card with non-traditional colour scheme:

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
CRAFT Challenge - Brown, Aqua and Pink
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/09/challenge-277-18th-of-september-colour.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/09/17/challenge-47-anything-goes/
CHNC - 20 mins or less
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/09/chnc-challenge-19520-minutes-or-less.html

I have used papers from Trimgym layered together with some cardstock from Rosie's Studio.  The image is Krissy Kringle from The Stamping Chef.  Colouring is with copic markers.

Bittersweet

I got out one of my Martha Stewart punches that hasn't been used in a while.  I really must make sure I use some of my tools more often!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Craft Your Passion - Going Round in Circles
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/09/challenge-230-going-round-in-circles.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/09/10/challenge-46-anything-goes/
Ruby's Rainbow - Keys
http://rubysrainbow.blogspot.co.nz/2014/09/ch87-keys.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Use a Punch (Martha Stewart corner punch)
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/09/challenge-102.html

I have used a white card blank for this card.  The patterned paper is from a matstack by DCWV called "Immortal Love".  I punched the four corners with a Martha Stewart corner punch.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Bittersweet.  I also die-cut a key using a Poppy Stamps die and mounted it up off the card.  I added some faux stitching around the image and some Glossy Accents to the watch.

Bittersweet

I thought this image was perfect for a challenge theme "Use some metal" as the image itself has a metal key.  I did add some extra metal in the form of brads though!

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Use some metal
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/08/challenge-98.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/08/20/challenge-43-anything-goes/
Papertake Weekly Challenge - To Die For
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/to-die-for.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called The Looking Glass.  The sentiment comes from the same paper pad.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and has been coloured with copic markers E00, Y28, E35, E31, R59, R46, YR02, YR00, RV23, RV21, R22, V17, Y35, G17, G14, C2, C0, Y00.  I also added Glossy Accents to the glass on the watch.  I added some brads and a key cut from glitter cardstock by DCWV using a Poppy Stamps die.

Alice

I am really pleased with how this card came together:

I am entering my card into the following challenges:
Love To Create - Inspired By Movie, Book or Song (Alice In Wonderland)
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/08/challenge-128-inspired-by-song-book-or.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/08/13/challenge-42-anything-goes/


I have used a wood effect paper from Kaisercraft for this card (inspired by the house in the story).  The image is Through The Looking Glass from The Stamping Chef.  I coloured the image with copic markers.  The sentiment is from a Kaisercraft paper pad called "The Looking Glass".  I have also added a tag from the same pad in the inside of the card as well as a border from that pad to the front.  I embellished the card with some white ribbon roses which I coloured to match the image and some leaves cut using a Memory Box die. 

Aries Birthday

I know quite a few people with the star sign of Aries so this image is perfect for a birthday card for one of them:

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Happy Birthday
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/challenge-94.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/69-robyns-fetish.html

I have used a paper from Kaisercraft.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and coloured with copic markers E00, BG15, BG13, BG000, E35, E31.  I also added some button flower embellishments along with a sentiment typed on the computer and decorated with some tiny pearls.

Three Times A Lady

This song title conjured up images of elegant ladies.  And I was lucky enough to find an digi image that fitted that description!

I am entering my card into these challenges:
A Song In Your He{ART}- Three Times A Lady
http://asonginyourart.blogspot.ca/2014/07/a-song-in-your-heart-challenge-11.html
Seems A Little Sketchy - Sketch
http://seemsalittlesketchy.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/69-robyns-fetish.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Key To My Heart".  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Miss Austen.  Sadly I think this image may have been retired as I couldn't find it in the shop - of course I could have just missed it!  I added a sentiment from Sans Designs and some ribbon flowers coloured with copic marker R59 which is one of the colours I used on Miss Austen's dress.  The other colours I used for the image were R46, E00, E08, E04, YR23.

Strings and Things

It is time for a new challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  This week we are looking for projects incorporating things like string, twine, ribbon, thread, fibres and similar.  For my card, I used some twine:

I am also entering my card into these challenges:
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration (wings)
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/pinspirational-challenge-115.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/07/09/challenge-37-anything-goes/
Penny's Paper - Anything Goes
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/welcome-to-pennys-challenge-185.html
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Non Traditional Colours
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.nz/2014/07/july-challenge.html

I used a music sheet paper from a Christmas paper pad by MME for the background.  The image is Angelic Angel Ann from The Stamping Chef.  I coloured her using copic markers and then added Stickles - Crystal to the wings.  I added some twine as a frame around the image and tied a matching bow to add to the background.  I also coloured a string of five pearls using copic marker V17 and added that to the card.

Ella Lovely

This is such a gorgeous image - so I enjoyed using my favourite colours to bring it to life.

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Add Some Yellow
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/06/challenge-90.html
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/06/25/challenge-35-anything-goes/
Chocolate Coffee and Cards Challenge - Summer
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2014/06/challenge-68-summer-days.html\

I have used a background paper from Sugar and Spice Studio.  I added some yellow mesh ribbon.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Ella Lovely.  I coloured her mainly in yellow and added some yellow rhinestones in the white space around the image.  The image has been edged with yellow coloured Gelato.  I also added a yellow satin bow.

Through The Looking Glass

I love the collage look of this image:

I am entering the following challenges:
The Stamping Chef - Anything Goes
http://thestampingchef.com/Challenges/2014/06/18/challenge-34-anything-goes/
Papertake Weekly Challenge - Pearls and Lace
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2014/06/lace-pearls.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun Challenges - Patriotic Colours (red white and blue)
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2014/06/challenge-13-patriotic-colors.html


I have used a striped paper from a paper pad.  The white lace is from Sullivans and the blue pearls are from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and has been coloured with copic markers.

I have taken a bit of artistic license with the colours!  My patriotic colours (New Zealand) are red, white and blue but the shade of blue is definitely heading more toward navy.  However, I wanted a lighter shade of blue for this image.  The pearls are probably closer to the flag colour.

More Flowers For Mum

This time they are in a teapot!

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Mother's Day
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/challenge-78.html

The paper is from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio.  The image that I have used comes from The Stamping Chef and I coloured it with copic markers.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  I also added some rhinestones plus used cardstock for matting.

Calla Lily Sympathy Card

I always seem to associate Calla Lilies with Sympathy Cards.  I decided to colour these ones in a soft mint green colour.

I am entering my card into the following challenges:
Corrosive Challenge - Green or Recycled (Green)
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/challenge-195-go-green.html

I used a background paper from Kaisercraft for this card.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and has been outline coloured with G000.  I matted the image onto some glitter cardstock from DCWV and then also added some white pearls from Sullivans to the card.

Colour Challenge

It's time for the latest challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  This week it is a colour challenge using this colour palette:

I have created this card using Laylah from The Stamping Chef:

I am entering my card into the following challenges:
Clear It Out Challenge - Blues
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2014/01/were-singing-the-blues.html


The background paper matched the colour palette beautifully.  The image as I said above is from The Stamping Chef and is called Laylah.  When I went to create a link to this lovely image, I couldn't find it in the shop so if you like it you may need to e-mail them.  The sentiment is part of a set from Sans Designs.  I have also added some grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts and some metallic leaf embellishments that came from the Pacific section of a local Dollar type store.

Stockings

Time for another challenge at Incy Wincy Designs.  This week, is a theme of Christmas Stockings.  We are sponsored by The Stamping Chef and Care 2 Stamp.

I am entering my card into the following challenges:
Christmas Cards All Year Round - Stockings
http://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/december-challenge.html
CHNC - Anything Christmas
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge2.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/chnc-challenge-extra-for-december.html
ABC Christmas Challenge - Not A Square Card
http://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/x-for-out-of-box-no-squares-allowed.html
Totally Papercrafts - Ho Ho Holidays
http://totallypapercrafts.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/challenge-195-ho-ho-holidays.html
2 Sisters Challenge - Anything Goes
http://2sisterschallengeblog.blogspot.ca/2013/11/challenge-172-anything-goes.html
QKR Stampede - Looks Like Christmas
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/qkr-stampede-weekly-challenge-66-its.html
Corrosive Challenge - Christmas
http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/challenge-188-happy-holidays.html

I have used a stocking themed paper from a paper pad and then highlighted three of the stockings with some Glossy Accents.  I also added some pink mesh ribbon to the card.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and coloured with copic markers then die-cut with a Spellbinders Labels die and embellished with pink pearls.

Baby Girl

I don't have a lot of baby cards as I haven't needed to use them.  But it is good to have one or two just in case.

I am entering this card into the following challenges:
PINspirational Challenge - Photo Inspiration
http://pinspirationalchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/pinspirational-challenge-83.html
Love To Create - Sketch
http://lovetocreatechallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/challenge-92-sketch.html

I have used a couple of papers from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  It is a baby themed pad although many of the papers can be used for other cards!  The background has been created by stippling Distress Ink - Worn Lipstick and Spun Sand.  The image is from The Stamping Chef, coloured with copic markers and die-cut with Spellbinders rectangle die.  The sentiment is from Netty's Cards and die-cut with a Spellbinders circle die.  I have added three soft pink pearls.

Oops - nearly forgot about the sketch:

which you can see that I rotated.

Happy Halloween

Gone with a black and grey background with colour in the image this time.  I'm pleased with the effect:

I am entering this card into the following challenges:
Glitter n Sparkle - Add Some Orange
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/challenge-54.html
Incy Wincy Designs - Halloween
http://incywincydesigns.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/halloween.html
Papertake Weekly - Halloween Hues
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/happy-halloween-hues.html
De Creatieve Zebra - Halloween
http://decreatievezebra.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/maand-challenge-2-halloween.html
All That Stickles - Halloween
http://allthatstickles.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/halloween-linky-party.html
2 Sisters Challenge Blog - Halloween Colours
http://2sisterschallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/challenge-166-halloween-colors.html
QKR Stampede - Halloween
http://qkrstampede.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/qkr-stampede-weekly-challenge-61.html

The background paper for this card comes from Décosse's Dynamite Doodles.  It comes from the October Kit found on the Wonderful Wednesdays posts.

The image is Kitty Paw Ventura from The Stamping Chef.  I have coloured her using copic markers in Halloween colours and then added some Stickles - Black Diamond to her hair.  The sentiment is from Paper Dreams of Mine. I used Spellbinders circle and pennant dies for die-cutting and black cardstock for matting.

Thank You Teapot

I'm not sure what the appeal is, but I love images of flowers in unusual vases - boots, teapots, teacups, etc. 

I am entering this card into the following challenges:
Clear it Out Challenge - Thank You
http://clearitoutchallenge.blogspot.ca/2013/09/its-most-wonderful-time-of-year.html
Glitter n Sparkle - Add some pink (flowers and lace)
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2013/09/challenge-50.html
Kaboodle Doodles - Anything But A Square
http://kaboodledoodles.blogspot.co.nz/2013/09/challenge-189-anything-but-square.html

I have used one of my papers from MME.  I had used most of the pad but this was one of about five still left in the pad.  The lace is some that I think came from my grandmother - I know I have had it for a long time sitting in my stash and not used it.  I added a paper rose cut from scrap paper using a Marianne's die.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Flowers Teapot.  The sentiment is from Desert Diva.  I have used Spellbinders Beaded Oval and Beaded Circle dies for the die-cutting.  Colouring of the image is with copic markers R59, R46, G94, G82, Y17, RV14, RV13 plus I added Stickles - Gold to the flower centres and the beads on both the circle and oval.

Kitty Paws Vultura

This is the first of two cards for a two card "skate-off"!

I am entering this card into the following challenges:
The Stamping Chef - Recipe
http://simplybettystamps.blogspot.co.nz/2013/08/anyone-for-roller-skating.html
Sentimental Sundays - Ombre Hair
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2013/08/challenge-169-ombre-hair.html

I have used three different papers from a matstack by DCWV called "Rockstar" and matted these with black cardstock.  The image is from The Stamping Chef and is called Kitty Paws Vultura.  I have added some hot pink grosgrain ribbon from American Crafts and two small lime green buttons from my stash.