Be Free Frame

Greetings!

Happy 1st day of Spring!  To celebrate the first day of Spring I would like to share another frame I made using designer paper and diecuts.

Here's my creation...

Be Free Frame

I purchased the wooden frame from Michael's ($1 clearance) and layered it with designer paper from SU.  I used a spray adhesive to adhere the paper to the frame.  I then layered on lace from my stash, diecuts (Tim Holtz's birdcage and bird, Spellbinder's hearts and flourishes).  I also added a key and lock from my stash.  I used an ink pad to give it a bit of a distress looked and added bling to make it pop.  The jewels hanging from the birdcage are actually crystals beads that I got from Wild Orchid Flowers a while back along with the flowers. 

I really like how it turned out and plan on making some more. :-)

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Now get to creating...

 

 

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

DP2 Challenge - Mo's Irish Dancer

Greetings!

I'm popping in with a card I'm entering in Mo's DP2 Challenge with the theme of "Dance/Singing."  I love to dance.  Some would argue that I am not the best dancer out there; however, in my mind I am a dancing queen. lol  I love all kinds of dance and one of my favorite shows is "So you think you can dance."  I watch that show religiously.  I hope to start taking some professional dance lessons soon, at least that is on my "Leap List." 

The card that I am sharing with you today reminds me of the Lord of the Dance - Irish dancing.  I don't know that this would be a dance that I could ever learn, but I love to watch others do it. 

Here's my card...

Little Irish Dancer

Close up

I started out with a 51/2 x 51/2 scallop circle card based that I created using my Cricut and the Make it Crafty Software.  I used my tiny punch to punch holes in the scallops.  I then layered green SU cardstock and dp from MME Stella and Rose 6x6 paperpad.  I created a decorative embellishment on my Cricut and layered the image on top.  I colored this dancing beauty using Copics.  I used YG05, YG01, Y11, Y00, YR12 (clothes); E01, E00, E000, R20 (skin), and E01, E08 (hair).  I finished her off with Stickles on her skirt and flowers from Wild Orchid.  I used a SU tag punch to cut our the flags and added sticker letters for the sentiment.

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Challenge(s):
Mo's DP2 Challenge #143:  Dance/Singing
Dream Valley Challenge:  Anything but square
Joanna Sheen Challenge:  Going Round in circles
The Craft Place Challenge:  Anything Goes

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking,only opportunities for creativity!

Tammy's Scrapin Corner Challenge #15 Ribbon or Bows

Greetings!

Happy Monday!  It's that time of the week for another challenge over at Tammy's Scrapin Corner.  This week's theme is Ribbon or Bows and we are once again sponsored by Bugaboo's Stamps.  I chose to work with the Silhouette - Hummingbird image this week.  I tried a new technique on this image that allows me to blend colors without using a marker.  I also created a three tiered card by making 3 easle cards in one!  This creation is full of new stuff as you will see.

Here's my creation...

Card Opened

Card Closed

Well, I started out using some yummy purple (and olive) cardstock from SU.  I cut them out using the Spellbinder's Mega Nestibilities Label #8.  I layered dp from Jodie Lee designs Nature Garden Collection.  I added ribbon from SU and added flowers from Wild Orchid Flowers.  The leaves are from Crealies Creative  dies and the flourish behind the image is from Spellbinders. 

The image...
The Bugaboo Silhouette image comes in black; however, using MS Word I changed the colors and blended in other colors.  I used a Copic E41 to color around the trim of the image.  I finished the card off with eyelets. 

The layout of the card...
Basically I created this card by using the basic techniques of an easel card.  I will put a tut together on how I actually made it later.

Well, I hope that you will join us for the challenge this week.  Also, below you will find a posting for some yummy blogcandy from me that expires June 30th, so you don't want to miss out!

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Challenge(s):
Great Impressions - Diecuts and punches
Crafty Calendar Challenge - Flowers in bloom
EmergencyCrafters:  Birds, Butterflies or anything with wings (hummingbirds)

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

Whimsy Stamps "Button and Bows" challenge

Greetings!

Happy hump day to you!  Two more days left before the weekend.  Today kicks off another Whimsy Stamp challenge and this time it all about the buttons and bows.  I used the Inspirational Cross 2 designed by Kathryne's Stamp Art Designs.

Here's my creation...

Inspirational Cross 2

I started out with a white cardstock base (thanks Kim's mommy) added SU cardstock and layered dp from Jodie Lee Designs "Nature Garden Collection" 6x6 paper pack.   I also added flourishes and flowers from Wild Orchids flowers.  The ribbon is from Michaels and the button (with Stickles on top) is from Oriental Trading.  I had some bling from my stash so I added that to the cross and flourishes.  I colored my cross using Copics YG61 and YG03.  I edge my card using a white gel pen.

Don't forget! You don't have to use a whimsy image. It would be great if you did though, and it doesn't have to be a card. We welcome all paper projects.

Our Prize this week is...

Dont' forget also...As well as a random winner being chosen each challenge one lucky player who has used a Whimsy Stamps image (rubber or digital) will have the opportunity to be a guest designer for a future challenge.If you have used a whimsy Image and would like to be a future guest please add GDT to your name when entering, The guest designer will be able to choose a digi stamp of their choice from the store to create their guest card too!


Remember anyone can enter our challenge and we don't mind you combining with other challenges either! Please Remember No more than 3 entries per challenge and all we ask is that you add a link in your blog post to tell your friends you entered the Whimsy Inspirations Challenge.

I hope that you will join us for this week's challenge.

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Challenge(s):

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

God answers knee mails...

Greetings!

I hope your Friday is going well.  I am enjoying my Friday (although I am at work), because the sun is shining and I can watch the Geese family across the pond having a good time.  Can't help but put a smile on your face.  Today I am sharing a card I made and I am dedicating it to me.  I know that may sound vain; however, lately I have been dealing with some health related life hiccups (what I call them).  These minor setbacks have really made me begin to appreciate life and all that it encompasses.  I know in a world where we are trained to want (and sometimes get) things in lighting speed time, I don't want to forget to take a moment and take it all in.

I used a Robert Jackson's Digital Expressions image for my card and named it "Knee Mails," which are the only kind of mail that God answers.  When we take a moment to get on our knees and pray those life hiccups are less disruptive. 

Here's my card...

I used SU red cardstock for my base and Bazzill black cardstock mounting layers.  I stitched on the dp and used Copic colors R35 and R37 (for her dress) and W1 and W3 for the edging on the image.  The flowers and glass beads are from Wild Orchids and I just colored them with R35 Copics and added a little stickles for sparkle.  I used SU punches for the sentiment that I created on my computer as well as the leaves.  I used a flourish from Cheery Lynne cut from the red cardstock.  I hope this card serves as encouragement and a reminder. *smile*

Thanks for looking and commenting. 

Challenge(s):
Cute card Thursday:  A touch of sparkle
Little Miss Muffet:  Anything Goes
Moving Along with the times:  Keep it Real

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

"Lo, I am with you..."

Greetings!

Today I am sharing with you an inspiration card I made using an image by artist Stampart Designs by Kathryne for the Whimsy Stamps.  This is such an uplifting image and who does needed some inspiration?  I used a card layout that I designed last year and it seemed to really work for this image.

Here's my card...

Again, I designed this card layout last year by accident.  I was trying to create something else and ended up with this.  I liked it so much I continued to use it for my card creations.  The cardstock is from SU and Bazzill.  I used Cheery Lynn Fancy flourish on the inside and outside of the card.  The 3 flowers are from Wild Orchids.  I colored the image with Copics Y06, Y08, R35, R37, RV21, RV23, YG61 and YG67.  I also used the MS lace punch for the inside of the card. 

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Challenge(s):
Digi Makeover Challenge:  May Flowers
Daisy Doodles Creative Challenges:  May Flowers
Friends of Speedy TV:  Use 3 of something

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

RJackson's Digital Expressions "Rain on Me"

Greetings!

We have been getting a lot of rain here lately, so much so that half my basement looks like an indoor pool.  It has been fun cleaning that up.  NOT!!  lol  On the positive side, the grass is so green and my trees are blooming.  I'm learning to find the positive in everything. 

Today I am sharing with you another card using an image from RJ Digital Expressions.  For this creation I used "Rain in a Sundress."  I saw this image and it made me think about something we say a lot in our church, "rain on me Lord."  I visualized God raining down his love on this little one and it made me smile.

Here's my card...

"Rain in a Sundress"

This little cutie looks like she is trying to suck up all the rain she possibly can. I made extra rain drops using my Friskars tear drop punch.  I started my card by using SU cardstock and layered Bazzill and stitched dp on top.  I then used more Bazzill cardstock and layered my image on top.  I added a flower from Wild Orchids and leaves from MS punch.  I used half of a Spellbinder Label 16 to cut out my sentiment that I created on the computer.

Thanks for looking and commenting.

Challenge(s):
RJackson Digital Expressions:  Anything Goes

Now get to creating...

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!

TSC Challenge #9 "Punches and/or Dies"

Greetings!

Today I am sharing a card and some good news with you!  I am a designer for Tammy Ortiz’s over at “Tammy’s Scrapin Corner” weekly challenge.  If you haven’t checked out this challenge blog, you should.  This week we are working with a Diecuts or Punches.  There are several cool prizes to win.  This week our sponsor is Bugaboo Stamps!  There are so many cool stamps to choose from and you can find them all here at http://www.bugaboostamps.com. 

Here’s my card…

"Comfy Chair"

I chose this image because I initially was going to merge it with another image; however, I quickly changed my mind and digitally paperpieced it instead.  I used digital paper from SheryK Designs.  I started out with SU cardstock and layered Bazzill light yellow cardstock on top.  I used MS lace punch on the bottom of the cardstock and layered the pink and the image.  I popped the chair up using pop dots.  The sentiment banner was made using SU punches and I typed the words up on the computer.  I added a flower from Wild Orchids and tucked in leaves from MS punch.

We would love to see what you create over at TSC this week.  Remember the challenges are every Monday and they are easy peasy and LOTS OF FUN!!  You can check out what the other FAB DT members did by clicking on their names over on the sidebar.  ------------->

Challenge(s):
Sentimental Sundays:  For a special woman
The Paper Players:  Mother's Day
Oozak:  Spring Colors
Thanks for looking and commenting.

Remember:  There are no mistakes in cardmaking, only opportunities for creativity!