Teal wedding

For this challenge I made a card for an upcoming wedding and these were the chosen colors. I started with black cardstock, folding it in thirds to the size of the envelope. I embossed a white fancy paper in a flowery design with my cuddle bug and then cut out a wedding dress. I decorated it with tiny teal buttons and a white ribbon at the waist. I cut a white V and 2 smaller scraps of black to create the tux lapels. I used the same tiny pearls for buttons and made a tiny black bow tie. 

On the inside I stamped the verse and found a little cutout that had a little teal sparkle to it.

I have entered this into the following 

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/#  #284

https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com

http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

Grandma

For this challenge, I chose to make a baby card for my friend who just became a Grandmother for the very first time. 

I started with white cardstock, layered a dark pink paper, then a light figured paper. Stamped the verse on a light pink and put it on a pink flowered paper. I took a scrap of darker pink for the strip across the bottom and added a little bling. I looked into my stash and found a few other little cute things to add.

I've entered this into the following 

http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/# 284

https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com

Ship

For this challenge I made a card for the guys. I started with navy cardstock just a tad smaller than the envelope. I then chose a paper that was kind of a nautical theme. Positioned that paper so it would open in the center. On a light blue paper I stamped a ship and my sentiment. I layered it on the same pieces navy paper.  I glued that on only the left side flap. 

I have entered this card in the following 

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/# 284

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.nL #78

https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com

http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

Fairies

For this special 300th challenge I chose to do a fun card. I found a fairy  digital image and colored  her with my sparkly gel markers. I have had this sentiment for a while and was not sure how I would put it all together. I found some gold glitter cardstock and layered a teal background for the little fairy.  I outlined the verse in a dark purple. It does not show up great in the picture, but I lightly sprayed glitter on the verse just before I put it on the card. I used a little foam tape to pop the verse off the card . Then found a string of teal bling to finish the card off. 
I have entered this card in the following 

http://tuesdaythrowdown.blogspot.com
Fairies and fantasy #300

http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/
Wednesdaychallenge    add shimmer

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.nl

Shimmering

I used 3 different designer papers to create this card and added all the shimmering glider cut outs to "make" the card. It's a little hard to see in the photo, but the flowe is 3 different colors of shimmer. Pink, brown and white.
I've en this in the following

https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com

http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

Shimmer and shine

wedding card. Bride and groom. Black cardstock, white shimmering paper I used the cuddle bug to emboss. Free hand I made the white look like the dress. Added a flowe with bling and shimmery silver ribbon at the waist. I used string pearls as the necklace and black diamonds as the buttons .
I am entering this card in the following


http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/ 431

http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.co.uk

MFP white

I used the cuddle bug to emboss my white cardstock. I used one of my favorite stamps on white cardstock and layered it on solid black paper, place it on the figured paper. I added just a bit of bling on the side as to make it just a bit more attractive.

 I entered this card in the following 

http://mfpstampshop.blogspot.com

http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.co.uk

Sea and sand

used a seashell paper for the background, added the chair, and sea shells. The stamp was from
 d y lusions.  I have entered this in the following

http://ooh-la-la-creationschallenges.blogspot.co.nz
https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com

Sand and sea

Love summer! Used white cardstock, blue ocean paper and summer cutouts. Card can be used for any occasion.

I have entered this in the following 

http://ooh-la-la-creationschallenges.blogspot.com

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/#

White

This challenge was easy for me as I love white with black. It is always clean and crisp and always looks dressy and very elegant.

I started with white cardstock, layered a black paper leaving a thin edge, then layering a figured,textured white cardstock on the black. 

I cut a heart out of solid black paper and a smaller heart out of white embossed paper. I then cut another heart of solid black, then cut a V out of solid white to create a tux. I used white pearls and black diamond shaped bling for buttons. Tied a tiny black ribbon for the bow tie. Added the ribbon along the bottom to dress it up a bit. 

I have entered this into the following

http://mfpstampshop.blogspot.com

http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.com

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/#

Americana

for this Challenge I chose a brown cardstock. I cut 3 strips of equal sizes of red, white and blue paper. I punched a small stars in the bottom of each and saved the stars. I spaced the strips evenly apart on the card and glued them down. I glued a glittery America across the top and glued the punched out stars on the opposite colors of paper. I stamped Thank You on a white textured paper. I found 2 blue stars and some red and white striped string and positioned them on the bottom. 

I've eneter this card in the following 

 http://www.craftindesertdivasblog.com red white and blue

Red white and blue

Red white and blue is always so sharp! I started with a white cardstock and cut a red diagonal then layered an embossed white price on top. I cut the stars out of a figured paper and layered on some glittery stars, and added the glittery America in the top left corner. I then found in my stash some red sticky stripes, so angled them to match the red and white. I stamped in the center and added the blue star in the corner. 

I've entered this in the following:

http://www.craftindesertdivasblog.com red, white and blue

https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/# 283

Peach and teal

For this challenge I chose a very simple card. I started with a figured teal cardstock. Made a flower with my flower punch in 2 different styles and sizes and a different figured paper using the challenge colors.

Topped it off with a simple pearl in the center.

I then used a new stamp on white textured paper and layered it on the coral textured paper. Used foam tape to lift it off the card a bit.

I've entered this in the following:

http://cascoloursandsketches.blogspot.co.uk

Ladybug

This was a fun challenge! I started with a

White cardstock. I ran a strip of red cardstock thru my Swiss dot embossing folder on the cuddle bug and then cut the one edge with the scallop scissors. 

I cut a thin strip of black as an accent. 

For the lady bug I punched a medium sized circle of red and cut it in half. I used a pencil eraser and black ink to create the spots. I then punched a medium circle of black. I positioned the black on the white card then made the ladybug wings over that. 

I punched a small 

Black circle and used it for the head and used 2 tiny black beads for the antenna and used a black marker to join to the head. Then stamped happy birthday on the card. 

I entered this in the following:

http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.co.uk

Favorite diecut

I really like this flower diecut. It can be used as a single stem as I have used here, or make several and use as a bokay.  I started with a cream cardstock, layered on a burnt orange. Then layered a light tan that I ran half of it thru my cuddbug. I used my small square scallop punch, cut some in a cream color. I also diecut my flowers out of the light cream and then used my Tombow markers to color the flower to match the rest of the card. I added a little dragonfly and used my Just Because stamp. 

I am entering this in 

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com

Bugs and Butterflies

This was an easy challenge for me. I love butterflies ☺️

I started with white cardstock, then embossed a green cardstock that had a little bird on it. I found a neat verse about butterflies, layered it in a figured scrap and then found some 3D butterflies that I really like to work with. 

The inside of the card simply reads...thinking of you.

I have entered this in the following:

http://cutecardthursday.blogspot.co.uk
http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

Die cuts

This is one of my favorite die cuts. It can be dressed up or down.

For this challenge I chose to do a cream and black card and I will use it as a sympathy card. 

I started with a cream cardstock, layered black and then an embossed large dot cream, a smaller oblong of black, cream and black just a tad larger than the diecut. I positioned them all on the card and then off centered it just a bit so I could add a few black jewels to dress it up. 

I entered this in the following:

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.be/#

https://lovetoscrapchallengeblog.blogspot.com

Christmas in June

for this challenge, I chose a white cardstock, layered a checked Christmas paper. Wrapped a black ribbon on the top third, used my snowflake punch, glued it on the ribbon. I then found a button and ran some string thru for a bow. Glued it on the snowflake. Used a black paper with white layer and stamped on the Merry Christmas in gold ink.

I've enterd this card in the following
1.https://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com /June Christmas

Elephant

I chose to make this card and will give it to my granddaughter for her birthday, using Some of Her favorites are pink and elephants.

I started with white cardstock, layered a pink polkadot paper on top. I used a dark burgundy strip across the front a little off center. I then cut a circle and laid the elephant on that. Used the same burgundy and white for the happy birthday.ma few pink bling and a little stitching around the circle completes the card! 

I've entered this in the following:

1. Simon Says Wednesday challenge any animal

Animals

For this challenge I chose a piece shiny  photo paper. I lightly ran a brown ink pad across the bottom an immediately took a wet cloth and wiped most of it back off. I Did the same with a very light blue across the top. It created a land and sky affect. I then used an embossing ink with my favorite duck stamp....it's plain and simple. I then chose a black, and tan to layer it on a white cardstock. I used my tag punch to create happy birthday. I used a little black tack to secure it on the card.im entering this card in the following 

1. Simonsays Wednesday challenge Any animal 

blue Christmas

For this challenge I chose to make a card with a dual purpose. It is a Christmas card and gift card or money holder at the same time. I started with white cardstock, punched out a snowflake in the front and put a scrap of light blue behind that. Then out of my Christmas/winter stash, I found a blue to match. Cut a square just a little bigger than a gift card and rounded the corners. I used a thin white string and stitched around the outer edge. I then glued the very outside of 3 sides, leaving the top open to stick money or a gift card inside. I used my large snowflake punch and cut out a black one for a bit of contrast. Then used a Christmas stamp and scrap of darker blue paper. 

I have entered this in the Crafting by Design June Christmas challenge. 

Wedding

For this challenge I made one of my favorite wedding cards. 

I chose a black cardstock and folded it so there were 2 front flaps and the back. In the back center I chose a cream base and used one of my favorite stamps for newlyweds. I then went on to creating my pattern for the dress. It took me a minute to get it just right, but then cut it out of a shiny, embossed cream color and added it to half of the left front flap.  I used a scrap of cream paper to make the tux shirt on the right flap. Used 2 more little scraps of black for the tux lapels. I added some ribbon and pearls to the dress, and buttons and a black ribbon bow tie to the shirt. 

I have entered this card the following:

Penny's paper-crafty challenge #282 AnythingGoes 

Hydrangea watercoloring

For this challenge I chose a stamp that my sister shared with me when she was teaching me the water color technique. I started with a cream base, layered on a lt grey textured piece and after stamping the flowers with embossing ink and letting the dry, I started coloring with my Tombow markers and a splash of water. I love how it pops off of the page. I chose to do a sympathy verse on cream paper using my large scallop punch. I went around the scallop edge very lightly with my black ink pad to give it a bit more character. I lifted it off the card with a little foam tape. 
I entered this card in the following:

1. http://tuesdaythrowdown.blogspot.com #298

Watercoloring

For this challenge I chose to watercolor one of my favorite guy stamps. I chose a maroon background on white cardstock. Water colored using mor tallish colors. I think this scene always looks so peaceful and could be used for any occasion. 

I have entered this card in the following:

1. Tuesdaythrowdown #298

Water color

For this challenge, I chose one of my favorite Northwoods stamps. I started with a creamy, textured cardstock, then layered a light pale olive green paper, wrapped a little string around it and tacked it to the cardstock. I then used water color paper, embossing ink and stamped my wagon. After letting in set, I proceeded with the water coloring, using my Tombow markers and a paint brush. This is all very new to me and one of my 1st projects.mmy sister taught me in March...so excited to do a little more of this. I added a few pearls to finish the card off. Could be used for any occasion. 

I entered this card in:

1. Tuesdaythrowdown #298

    2. Crafty Gals Corner challenge#76 summer Fun

3. Penny's paper craft challenge #282 anything goes
4. CAS color Sketches #178 

Love to scrap #79

For this challenge I chose a Father's Day card that I made for my brother in law. It resembles a shirt with the stamped sentiment sticking out of the pocket.

I started with cream cardstock. Layered the striped tan paper laying horizontal. Then made the pocket just opposite. Took a couple of brown scraps to make the button area and shirt collar. I used some med and small embellishments as buttons. On the inside I stamped "you are an amazing Dad!"

I entered this in the Love to scrap #79 challenge 

Sketch challenge 177

For this CAS sketch challenge, I chose to do this birthday card. Started with black cardstock cut in half the long way,layered an embossed paper on top. Then layered a figured paper on the bottom half,a scrap of contrasting for the banner. Tied some string around the top and a punch out sentiment tag. Easy to make, fast and simple.

I entered this in 

1. Colors and sketches #177

Folds 128

 This is a simply stated, yet elegant card. I cut cream cardstock in half the long ways. Then folded it in thirds to fit my envelope. I then cut a peach textured cardstock to fit the inside middle. On the outside I made flowers and pearls to decorate the outside. 

I entered this in 

1. Crafting for All Seasons 
2. Penny's challenge #281

Once upon a time 1

Every little girl wants to kiss a frog so he will become her Prince Charming! 

This card is very easy and quick...can be used for any age, any occasion. I cut my cardstock in 1/2 the long way. Folded it in half. Found a Greenish scrap and another scrap of teal ribbon. Found a contrasting green to stamp the sentiment on. Then added the frog stickers. I left the inside blank, but could quickly add a birthday Or get well wish.

I am entering this in 

1. Crafting by Design

Gone fishing

Very simply stated. And very easy, quick to make! Cream cardstock,fishing paper and a gone fishing sticker. The inside says HappyFathers Day, but can be used for any occassion.

Entering this in the following this week:

1. Simonsays challenge 

2. 

Fathers day

For this challenge, Father's Day/sport or hobby, I chose a fishing theme. I started with cream textured cardstock and layered a fishing paper on the front. I chose a green and white scrap to stamp on and layer. Then found a fishing boat sticker. Very simple stated...

I entered this card in

1. Simonsays Wednesday challenge /Father's Day 

2. Cute card Thursday #429

429 sport or hobby

My husband is an avid hunter. I have made this card for him for this upcoming Fathers Day. A very simple card. I started with cream cardstock, layered a deer figured paper and had some shunting stickers. Added the layered sentiment.the inside sentiment reads....you're an Amazing Dad! 
I have entered this in the following challenges
1. Craftin Desert divas
2. Cute Card Thursday 
3. Simon Wednesday challenge 

More than 1 fold

The inside of the card layered 4 times on solid and figured cardstock. I love  this stamp as it good for all ages, any gender.

 On this fold I emboss a cupcake and stamped happy birthday. On the front I added a small layer and a little bling. 

Pop of color

This is one of my favorite Northwoods stamps! There are so many thing to be done with this stamp. For this challenge I chose a creamy textured cardstock, used my Tombow markers and started coloring. I love how the red just pops out at you. 

Challenge 297

For this challenge I chose one of my husbands passions....hunting. I started with a dark blue cardstock,layered a embossed dotted Swiss on cream paper. I stamped the moose on dark blue paper,layered on a lighter blue. The sentiment is stamped on white paper layered on the darker blue. There is a little foam under the moose and sentiment for a 3D effect. 

I'm entering this card in the following challenges 

1. Tuesdaythrowdown #297

2. Crafin Desert Divas 

Masculine card

My husband is an avid hunter as are most of his brothers and male friends...so I always have a wildlife card so some kind on hand. Fairly easy. Am embossed figured on white cardstock...a little black scrap and a couple of contrasting figured papers with the stamps and a little foam sticky under the stamped pieces and there you have it! Can put any sentiment on it...or none.
I have entered this card in the following challengee.
1. Crafting Desert Divas

ollcb challenge 206

I really like the way this card came out...it's simple, yet clean and crisp.  I started with white cardstock. Had a couple of scraps of my favorite colors, dark teal and tan...stamped the wispy wheat on the tan, then laid the teal down 1st, a thin band of black for accent then the tan. I found some photo paper. Lightly ran a pale blue ink over the photo paper, then wiped it back off immediately. I let it dry and the stamped the fisherman on. I layered it on black paper. Made a small tag of the teal color and stuck a small bit of sticky foam underneath. Went around the birthday greeting with my brown ink. 
I have entered this in the following...

1. OLLCB challenge #206
2. Tuesdaythrowdown #297
3. Craftin Desert Divas
4. Love to scrap #79

Challenge 297 mans world

I made this card for my Dad's birthday. Fun and easy to make. A medium blue embossed cardstock layered on a white card. I had the cut out letters so made them a little quirky on the card. Wrapped a little string around it and attached the blue button on the front pulling the sting thru so I could make a bow.
Entering this in the following challenges:
1. tuesdaythrowdown
2. OLLCB challenge #206
3. Cute card Thursday
4. Crafting Desert Divas
5. Crafty gals Challenge

Food and drink 2

The coloring is not great on this photo.... But I love chocolate cupcakes with decorator frosting! Weddings and graduations are the best when there is chocolate involved! ☺️

I started this card with white cardstock. Embossed the cupcake and the bedazzled it a bit. Chose brown paper for the background and white for the sentiment, the inside of the card says it al 😉😉

Favorite food or drink and Why

My favorite drink is capachino . Hot, cold, In between...morning, noon or night! I do have a favorite flavor which is French vanilla, but pumpkin runs a close second! 

For this card a chose a tan card that I embossed. The white starburst represents the WOW that I love about this drink. The glass is of brown paper than I ran my brown ink pad around the edge. Cup cover has been corrugated. I popped it off the paper with foam sticky pads and added the just because sentiment. The cup topper is made of a light bluish plastic that I had. I ran my gold gel glitter pen around the edge. 

I have entered this card in 

1. As you like it Challenge

CBD June Anything Goes

I got a new die cut that I had not used yet, so got it out today to play with it. This card can be used for any occasion. I started with cream cardstock layered a peach textured paper, then a figured peach and cream paper. Layed  my die cut piece on it. I had the flowers in my stash....it matched perfectly!  Added the string bow and pearls in the corner.
I have entered this in
1. Crafting by Design - June anything goes
2. Simon Says Challenge -Mask it

Ray of Sunshine 74

It Seems as though I always need a Sympathy card...I found this verse over the weekend, so was the perfect time to use it. I like what the verse says, and yellow seem to make it not so drab and dreary.

I started with white cardstock, layered the yellow on that. I used my cuddle bug machine to emboss the Swiss dots. I found the lace in my stash and it seem to make it pretty. I layered my sentiment on white and yellow...simply stated. 

On the inside, I printed the verse on white cardstock then layered it on yellow and back on white then onto the yellow card. Finished it off with a little puff sticker for the corner. 

I have entered this card in:

1. Crafty Gals Corner 74 Ray Of Sunshine

2. Crafting By Design Anything Goes