Cupcake Inspiration Challenge (CIC) 471

by ElizStewart // May 30, 2019 // 2 Comments

This week at Cupcake Inspiration, the theme is MERMAIDS! I love mermaids. I created a small scene set on blue Mirracard and aqua Stardream waves. The mermaid tail is silver embossed and distressed. Glass baubles are the final embellishment. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #323

by ElizStewart // May 28, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we have a sketch featuring small objects climbing the right hand side of the card and a bold sentiment. I used a collage die from Memory Box on Stardream opal cardstock. Continue reading →

Color Throwdown #544 and Freshly Made Sketches #389 – A Sketch by Narelle

by ElizStewart // May 27, 2019 // 4 Comments

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 Technique Challenge

by ElizStewart // May 24, 2019 // 5 Comments

I am thrilled to be Guest Designer this week at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown! This week we working with a new (to me) and unusual technique called the Eraser Technique. Continue reading →

Jingle Belles Oh SKETCH-mas Tree

by ElizStewart // May 6, 2019 // 2 Comments

This week at Jingle Belles, we are working with a tag-focused sketch. My tag is stamped and coved in glitter (Scortape is used for adhesion). I die cut a border on the base card, and slit the panel to slide in the glittery tag. Continue reading →

FUSION – Butterfly Wreath

by ElizStewart // May 5, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week, at FUSION, we are working with a gorgeous BUTTERFLY WREATH. I tried to recreate the photo inspiration with a Memory Box Butterfly Wreath and DOX butterflies. Continue reading →

The Flower Challenge #31 ‘Sketch’

by ElizStewart // April 25, 2019 // 1 Comment

This month at the Flower Challenge we are working with a sketch. I have to be honest. I found this sketch exceedingly hard though I am happy with the final result. The hard decision was in choosing the layered backgrounds. Continue reading →

CASology Week 339: LEAP

by ElizStewart // April 18, 2019 // 3 Comments

The keyword this week at CASology is LEAP. I created what I believe is the perfect leap of faith. I have seen my dog take this leap many times in anticipation of finally catching a squirrel. Enjoy. Continue reading →

Freshly Made Sketches #383 – A Sketch by Jen M.

by ElizStewart // April 14, 2019 // 3 Comments

We are working with a layered sketch this week at Freshly Made Sketches. I used Altenew washi and a border die for my layers, with a butterfly as the focal point. Continue reading →

FUSION – Cheery Eggs

by ElizStewart // April 6, 2019 // No Comments

When I saw the photo inspiration this week at FUSION, I immediately thought of this old Impression Obsession stamp. I am sure you can see why! Continue reading →

Freshly Made Sketches #379 – A Sketch by Judy

by ElizStewart // March 17, 2019 // 1 Comment

I turned this week's sketch at Freshly Made Sketches horizontal. This is a very CAS card for St Paddy's Day! Continue reading →

Inspired By… herbs

by ElizStewart // March 10, 2019 // 2 Comments

Think bay leaf wreath when you look at my card. This week at Inspired By..., we are creating card inspired by HERBS. Continue reading →

Color Throwdown #533 and The Flower Challenge Anything Goes

by ElizStewart // March 10, 2019 // 2 Comments

The colors this week at Color Throwdown are Gray, Purple, Lavender, and Kraft. I created a simple one-layer kraft card, stamped with Distress Oxide flowers (wilted violet, shaded lilac and hickory smoke). Continue reading →

Retro Rubber Challenge 105 | A Sketch With Try Stampin’ On Tuesday!

by ElizStewart // March 6, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at Retro Rubber, we are working with a busy, layered sketch. I created a baby card with the layers, using rolled ribbon with brads for the doodads in the upper left corner. Continue reading →

TIME OUT Challenge #130 — Unique

by ElizStewart // February 27, 2019 // 9 Comments

I'm so excited to be guest designing on the Time Out Challenge. The challenge for the next two weeks is to create a card featuring the keyword "UNIQUE". Continue reading →

Jingle Belles Rock All That Glitters…

by ElizStewart // February 27, 2019 // 4 Comments

This week at Jingle Belles Rock, we are creating cards with glitter! I used the forest layering dies from Memory Box. Continue reading →

FUSION – Rainbow Cupcake

by ElizStewart // February 27, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at FUSION, we have a delightful photo inspiration featuring a rainbow cupcake. I incorporated the rainbow and "birthday" into my card. Continue reading →

The Card Concept #109 {Pineapple Party}

by ElizStewart // February 23, 2019 // 3 Comments

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 →

52 Christmas Card Throwdown February Theme Challenge

by ElizStewart // February 21, 2019 // 2 Comments

The theme challenge, this month, at Christmas Card Throwdown is WINTER TREES. I stamped one of my favorite trees on a recent Distress Oxide combination suggested by Kristen Werner. Continue reading →

Stamp Ink Paper – SIP Challenge 186 – Product Focus – Vellum!

by ElizStewart // February 16, 2019 // No Comments

This week at Stamp Ink Paper, we are focusing on VELLUM. Several years ago, Kristin Werner introduced a vellum shaker card technique I loved but never tried. Continue reading →

CASology Week 330: BOUQUET

by ElizStewart // February 10, 2019 // 1 Comment

The keyword this week at CASology is BOUQUET. I chose an oldie but goodie from Lockhart Stamps to color with Zigs. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #308

by ElizStewart // February 10, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with 3 small objects in an offset rectangle. My inspiration was a story in the local paper reminding us that sea turtle nesting begins March 1 on our local beaches! Continue reading →

Freshly Made Sketches #373 – A Sketch by Kim

by ElizStewart // February 3, 2019 // 2 Comments

I struggled beyond words with this week's sketch at Freshly Made Sketches! The sketch has three lines along the diagonal and a rectangular focal image on the left. Continue reading →

TIME OUT Challenge #128

by ElizStewart // February 3, 2019 // 2 Comments

The Home Sweet Home challenge at TIME OUT this week is focused on valentines. Looking closely at the photo inspiration, I decided to use the wall of envelopes as inspiration. Continue reading →