The Paper Players – PP477 – A Color Challenge from Ann
This week at The Paper Players, we have Valentine's colors: BLACK, RED, PINK and WHITE. The black threw me a little... so I went with a super simple heart card. Continue reading →
HeroArts
Inspired By…. date night
This week at Inspired By..., we have a girly girl challenge: DATE NIGHT. From the inspiration photo, I focused on the makeup and the lovely peach pouch. Continue reading →
Just Us Girls #521 – Word Week
The keyword this week at Just Us Girls is BOW. I have been dying to try this new peek-a-boo die, Presents Background, from Hero Arts (a Christmas present!). The card is so fun! Continue reading →
Freshly Made Sketches #420 – A Sketch by Jen T
We are working with a simple, center, circular image and sentiment banner, this week, at Freshly Made Sketches. I used a new (to me!) set from Waffle Flower, Bear Hugs. Continue reading →
Color Throwdown Countdown #569
This week at Color Throwdown we are working with PURPLE, LAVENDER, and GREEN. I used Hero Arts Triangle Background to create two Christmas trees. Continue reading →
TIME OUT Challenge 148
We have a very festive image this week at TIME OUT. I focused on the wall sentiment and plaids. I used Carte Bella Tartan 12x12 cardstock for the background of my card. Continue reading →
Twofer Card Challenge #21
This month at the Twofer Card Challenge, the keyword is SWEETS (anything containing sugar!). Remember we are making 2 cards with two different design layouts for two different occasions. Continue reading →
The Card Concept Challenge #116 {Pink Retro}/Paper Smooches June Photo Inspiration
At The Card Concept this week, we are combining PINK and RETRO; at Paper Smooches, we are focused on PINK. I used a couple Paper Smooches set to bring back a juke box and vinyl albums... all in pink! Continue reading →
Color Throwdown #545 and Freshly Made Sketches #390
Again this week, I combined two challenges: Color Throwdown and Freshly Made Sketches. At Color Throwdown, we are working with the colors Raspberry, Lavender, Green and Kraft, and at Freshly Made Sketches, we are working with a sketch featuring a circular focal point with two underlying strips. Continue reading →
Color Throwdown #544 and Freshly Made Sketches #389 – A Sketch by Narelle
I am combining two challenges this week. The colors we are working with this week at Color Throwndown are CORAL, AQUA and NAVY. The sketch at Freshly Made Sketches features a central circular image with a sentiment tag and small embellishments under the circle. I created a Thank You card using Papertrey Ink's Keep Swimming set. Continue reading →
52 Christmas Card Throwdown May Sketch Challenge
We are working with a very layered sketch this week at Christmas Card Throwdown. Layered sketches are not a strength but I am trying to improve. I created a Santa's workshop scene with the adorable elf from Alleyway Stamps. Continue reading →
The Card Concept #113 {Spring Celebration}
We have a beautiful bunny plate as our photo inspiration, this week, at The Card Concept. I used no line watercoloring to create my bunny. To accent the flowers in the photo, I embossed poppies on pink Stardream. I mounted my bunny on acetate so it could float among the embossed poppies. Continue reading →
Cupcake Inspirations CIC468-All Dressed Up
This week at Cupcake Inspirations, we are working with a stash challenge and need to incorporate an inspirational quote into our card. The quote above is one of my favorites. The quote is white embossed onto of an alcohol ink panel. Continue reading →
52 Christmas Card Throwdown April Color Challenge
This month, at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown, we are working with metallics plus one color. I created my Christmas card using Concord & 9th's Joyful Noel dies. Continue reading →
Online Card Classes – Stamp Happy – Day 2 Clear Stamps
I am participating in STAMP HAPPY, the newest Online Card Class. The second day used Hero Arts Clear Stamps. I combined two Day 2 lessons in the card above: PUT A LETTER (OR 2… OR 12) ON IT and FLOWERS TO BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY. Continue reading →
Online Card Classes – Stamp Happy – Day 1 Wood Stamps
I am participating in STAMP HAPPY, the newest Online Card Class. First lesson with Jennifer McGuire was on PERFECT POSITIONING WITH WOOD STAMPS. Continue reading →
CAS(E) this Sketch #313
This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with an odd jagged line in the center of the sketch. Took awhile but I decided, the jagged line could be a crack in an Easter egg! Continue reading →
CASology Week 335: EARTH
The keyword at CASology this week is EARTH. I created a globe of flowers for upcoming Earth Day on April 22nd. Continue reading →
52 Christmas Card Throwdown March Sketch Challenge
This week, at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown, we are working with a multi-layer sketch with a central circular image. I am using the cute Christmas duck from Rosie Roadshow as my central image, layering My Favorite Things Holly Print papers with it. Continue reading →
The Paper Players – PP430 – A Sketch Challenge from Ann
This week at The Paper Players, we are working with a sketch from the lovely Ann. My strong suit is not layering but I always try...this is what I love about challenges, moving me out of my comfort zone. Continue reading →
The Card Concept #109 {Pineapple Party}
This week at The Card Concept, we are celebrating pineapples. My card features a watercolored, dimensional die cut pineapple, as well as hibiscus flowers. Given pineapples’ history, I have made a welcome card for a new neighbor. Continue reading →
Just Us Girls Challenge #475 – Color Week
We have a color challenge this week at Just Us Girls. We are creating cards with RED, PINK and WHITE. My card is very CAS… and SWAK! Continue reading →
Just Us Girls Word Week #473
It is word week at Just Us Girls...and the word is LOVE. The DT is challenging us to think outside of the box for this challenge. I am moving to sign language. Continue reading →
Just Us Girls Photo Week # 472
This week at Just Us Girls, we are working with a photo inspiration board featuring an anchor, lifesaver and tall ship. I focused on the lifesaver and created an SOS valentine. Continue reading →