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The Male Room Challenge #137 - Landscapes

The Male Room Challenge #137 – Landscapes

by ElizStewart // May 30, 2020 // 3 Comments
This week at The Male Room, the theme is LANDSCAPES.  I wanted to create something simple.  I die-cut Poppystamps' Boddington Hillside from dark olive cardstock.  Continue reading →
Jingle Belles - BLING on the Holidays

Jingle Belles – BLING on the Holidays

by ElizStewart // May 30, 2020 // 2 Comments
This week at Jingle Belles, we are really BLINGING out our Christmas cards!  I used Stardream metallic cardstock, glitter, blue Mirracard, blue glitter cardstock, and jewels to bling out my card.  Continue reading →
The Flower Challenge #44 Monochrome

The Flower Challenge #44 Monochrome

by ElizStewart // May 17, 2020 // 1 Comment
This month at The Flower Challenge, the theme is MONOCHROME.  I never find monochrome cards easy, but I love how mine turned out this time.  I used Poppystamps Falling Dogwood Blossoms cover plate.  Continue reading →
Jingle Belles Oh Christmas Sketch, Oh Christmas Sketch

Jingle Belles Oh Christmas Sketch, Oh Christmas Sketch

by ElizStewart // May 5, 2020 // 2 Comments
Interesting sketch this week over at Jingle Belles.  My central image is Poppystamps Viviro Ornament given its "tendrils".  Continue reading →
CAS(E) this Sketch #368

CAS(E) this Sketch #368

by ElizStewart // April 20, 2020 // 3 Comments
This card is for my friend, Adriane, a source of wonderful inspiration!  CAS(E) this Sketch, this week, features 3 squares along the bottom of a card base with a sentiment above the trio. Continue reading →
Color Throwdown Countdown #579

Color Throwdown Countdown #579

by ElizStewart // February 10, 2020 // 1 Comment
At Color Throwdown this week, we are working with the colors dark blue, light blue, pink, and white.  I created a simple distressed oxide background with Chipped Sapphire (dark blue), Salty Ocean (light blue) and Worn Lipstick (pink).  Continue reading →
Cupcake Inspirations Challenge - CIC485

Cupcake Inspirations Challenge – CIC485

by ElizStewart // January 3, 2020 // No Comments
We are working with a theme challenge this week at Cupcake Inspirations.  The theme is HOLIDAYS.  I created a card that can be used for the holidays or for winter.  Continue reading →
CASology Week 358: BRANCH

CASology Week 358: BRANCH

by ElizStewart // January 3, 2020 // 4 Comments
The keyword this week at CASology is BRANCH.  My branch is a die-cut from Poppystamps Berry Arch.  Continue reading →
The Card Concept #123 {Thanksgiving Table}

The Card Concept #123 {Thanksgiving Table}

by ElizStewart // November 12, 2019 // 1 Comment
We are focused on THE THANKSGIVING TABLE, this week, over at The Card Concept.  The focal image on my card is Pretty Pink Posh's Thanksgiving Scene.  I loved this stamp when I first saw it and am so happy I could color and incorporate into this card.  Continue reading →
Inspired by.... blankets

Inspired by…. blankets

by ElizStewart // November 12, 2019 // 3 Comments
We are being inspired by BLANKETS this week at Inspired By...  I love the soft earthy colors in the inspiration photo.  Continue reading →
Inspired By.... jars

Inspired By…. jars

by ElizStewart // November 4, 2019 // 3 Comments
The key to Inspired By.... this week is JARS. I created a shaker card using a Mason jar opening filled with neutral-colored beads. The card's color scheme was influenced by the inspiration photo. Continue reading →
Shopping Our Stash #406 - It's Pumpkin Spice Season!!

Shopping Our Stash #406 – It’s Pumpkin Spice Season!!

by ElizStewart // October 20, 2019 // 1 Comment
This week at Shopping Our Stash, we are incorporating pumpkins into our cards.  I used an old Memory Box die, Carved Diamond Pumpkin.  Continue reading →
Color Throwdown Countdown #565

Color Throwdown Countdown #565

by ElizStewart // October 20, 2019 // 4 Comments
Another Halloween card...this one was made for Color Throwdown. The colors we are working with this week are Jodi's spooky combo of gray, lavender and black. Continue reading →

Just Us Girls #490 – Word Week

by ElizStewart // June 5, 2019 // 1 Comment
The keyword this week at Just Us Girls is RETRO.  I created a "miss you" card using "old-time" British phone booth. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #324

by ElizStewart // June 5, 2019 // 1 Comment
We have an unusual sketch at CAS(E) this Sketch this week.  The sketch looked like building blocks to me... so I ran with it!  I used the Papertrey Ink Block Party set.  I selected a few "block" die cuts, distressed wood grain cardstock, and arranged in a format like the sketch.   Continue reading →

CASology Week 344: SUMMER

by ElizStewart // June 2, 2019 // 2 Comments
The keyword this week at CASology is SUMMER.  Summer means more "Quinn and me" time.  Quinn's absolute passion is playing ball... we play at least twice a day.  You would be amazed at his ability to catch a pop up...Dave Letterman-worthy.  Summer means ocean swimming and oh...so many balls.  Continue reading →

Freshly Made Sketches #388

by ElizStewart // May 19, 2019 // 2 Comments
This week at Freshly Made Sketches, we are working with 3 overlapping objects on a layered background.  I created a birthday card using 3 dancing fairies as my overlapping objects on a patterned background. Continue reading →
52 Christmas Card Throwdown April Stash Challenge

52 Christmas Card Throwdown April Stash Challenge

by ElizStewart // May 3, 2019 // No Comments
This week at Christmas Card Throwdown, we have a Stash Challenge and are incorporating Printed Holiday Papers.  I used an old Memory Box 12x12 paper that I have been hoarding (why, I don't know!).  I absolutely loved Netta's inspiration card this week.  Continue reading →
Back to Basics Challenge #26 Use a Spray

Back to Basics Challenge #26 Use a Spray

by ElizStewart // April 21, 2019 // 3 Comments
This week, at Back to Basics, we are using SPRAYS on our cards.  I LOVE sprays.  I love the mottled, metallic look achieved on paper. Continue reading →
Inspired By... earth day

Inspired By… earth day

by ElizStewart // April 21, 2019 // 2 Comments
This week, at Inspired By..., we are thinking about EARTH DAY.  I focused the yellow container of green plants on the top shelf.  I recreated a green container and added a pop of yellow. Continue reading →
CASology Week 339: LEAP

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.

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 →
Inspired By.... windows

Inspired By…. windows

by ElizStewart // March 31, 2019 // 3 Comments
This week at Inspired by..., we are working with windows.  I focused on the big black window in the photo inspiration.  The inset in my window is small piece of an old Christmas card.   Continue reading →
Twofer Card Challenge #14 ~ Balloons

Twofer Card Challenge #14 ~ Balloons

by ElizStewart // March 21, 2019 // 4 Comments
At Twofer, we are creating two different designs for two different occasions using the same stamp, die or stencil. The theme, this month, is Balloon(s).  My balloon is a very traditional die from Penny Black.  I have created a birthday and baby gift card. Continue reading →

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