tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60270412454474701672024-03-18T00:49:33.962-07:00Krazee Kraftin' MamaTake pleasure in all that you do!Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.comBlogger748125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-74693083237747592092024-03-14T08:00:00.000-07:002024-03-14T09:52:45.380-07:00Freesia 4U<p><b>Sparkle & Shine </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from <a href="https://sheepskidesigns.blogspot.com/p/shop.html">SheepSki Designs</a>!</p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsKJRuXOtK4xIP29Q62fEd8pDFgxRxrsA2O8FGV0OdIW6IiMlt8GBYIYuIXLcSBYAEE_u7jcHenLcQ6rZGp5h7DpI5JSoeUSdrqDFHC9yRudaMGd46nqv6K3tm5Sz-s2HufhCJosXB5JwPWbe1hhDUcKfpR4SQ-sl-x5EO1e25bj20mTKQE6ZLZJKzsEw/s1301/Especially%204%20U.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1301" data-original-width="925" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsKJRuXOtK4xIP29Q62fEd8pDFgxRxrsA2O8FGV0OdIW6IiMlt8GBYIYuIXLcSBYAEE_u7jcHenLcQ6rZGp5h7DpI5JSoeUSdrqDFHC9yRudaMGd46nqv6K3tm5Sz-s2HufhCJosXB5JwPWbe1hhDUcKfpR4SQ-sl-x5EO1e25bj20mTKQE6ZLZJKzsEw/w456-h640/Especially%204%20U.png" width="456" /></a></div>The floral image is <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/423214640/freesia-vase-image-no-39?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=sheepskin+designs&ref=sr_gallery-1-3&dd=1&organic_search_click=1">Freesia Vase</a> was colored with Copic markers then added a touch of Glossy Accents for some shine. I decided to use a tag die-cut for the flowers and duplicated the tag with green cardstock for the back layer, tied with sparkly gold ribbon. For a bit of extra shine, I used pink metallic paper, along with designer paper from the <a href="https://store.p13.com.pl/en/stitched-with-love/1003-papier-stitched-with-love-01-12x12-5907739325372.html?search_query=stitched+with+love&results=29">Stitched with Love</a> collection by P13.</span></div><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></span></span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://sheepskidesigns.blogspot.com/p/shop.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="280" data-original-width="280" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_qlU1jgbI1WjAruQLyWpzWSzp_S4LlJMwAYPwODXckfEim7tkXJ9iZb36MME9eeorr5go06k8R8S-My2KmjBvFBnSXICkYcmeAEkErBXYkXS2k7yAC1_IyezhxVJVLmbCCy67l83AYBCvEDdsf_rZ_aYOyQj_aQwcPChWgQnT1PMZkn51c6fTNGVFtn4/w200-h200/SheepSki.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:</span><p></p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/">SheepSki Designs Challenges</a> - ATG #84 <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Mar 31)</span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-23354680147897442842024-03-13T10:01:00.000-07:002024-03-13T10:01:48.843-07:00Fleece Navidad<p><b>DESIGNER PAPER </b>is the theme for our MONTH challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until April 9th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0N1j6nsLQybygf4sbhk26Ldd73Mm1aA41Bdmb63tbqlKp_KUJ38847sIUqkgDzEtt-l0t-Obp0nQeVXPIMUI9cwx9hE0r8lprL-q98mqK8dG5EWIEX7tqnwMEoP6wWG85hm8oCeawN7j7sX_HpKXlBqXo0arCmV6kIC8bj2HGW1ecEjUV66QkxU7-PxY/s1094/Fleece.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1094" data-original-width="906" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0N1j6nsLQybygf4sbhk26Ldd73Mm1aA41Bdmb63tbqlKp_KUJ38847sIUqkgDzEtt-l0t-Obp0nQeVXPIMUI9cwx9hE0r8lprL-q98mqK8dG5EWIEX7tqnwMEoP6wWG85hm8oCeawN7j7sX_HpKXlBqXo0arCmV6kIC8bj2HGW1ecEjUV66QkxU7-PxY/w331-h400/Fleece.png" width="331" /></a></div>I've had this image for so very long and has been printed out just waiting for me to color! I'm very sad that I lost this image from Whimsie Doodles in a computer crash so this is the only copy left.<div><br /></div><div>After coloring with Copics, I pulled out my stash of designer paper and kept the layout simple.<br /><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipf6lNLZvaUPY71L4pLtLHS2Mp2ZUwviF8MOJF-s5f_YOqKBQek1H3s3yjZz_IHTndXF4Qgc54ySViqDAVQdJSeuj9RTCLPzNsE8RPJSWoQF9Q8a5gbpPLnWh2U5pkIPggkr3G18DLukjhjNqzrDSX5oIeMEHpoeAq7HKGX812IMmQY3IOC1M1hObaHpA/s320/003March.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="236" data-original-width="320" height="148" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipf6lNLZvaUPY71L4pLtLHS2Mp2ZUwviF8MOJF-s5f_YOqKBQek1H3s3yjZz_IHTndXF4Qgc54ySViqDAVQdJSeuj9RTCLPzNsE8RPJSWoQF9Q8a5gbpPLnWh2U5pkIPggkr3G18DLukjhjNqzrDSX5oIeMEHpoeAq7HKGX812IMmQY3IOC1M1hObaHpA/w200-h148/003March.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></p></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-26702202568938877092024-03-04T05:00:00.000-08:002024-03-05T08:54:49.587-08:00Get Musical at Get Creative Challenges<p>A new month brings a new challenge at <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a>!</p><p>Our theme this month is Sing a Song (musical notes, paper, etc.) Show us your creativity by incorporating musi<span style="background-color: white;">c<span> <span>in your creation! </span></span></span></p><p>We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will play along for your chance to proudly display our Winner or Top 3 Badges.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-lmQCkU6VlqhP3DpVF7tFXgrjw7hKEhQKp3GSZU5NAG6IHB3yYindKfWEFxvImALSh1FuzMRnZjlvAmmE6Fb_YBdvc_4aHgiX-6ko_1eSJf6ZQPtd_TPli0i1wKFw4rXXwUrASCxHmznQs0SDH3mJ_mvMwTgh-q6wiu0EbX-R_IEX8_5aTYRXHHPkHSw/s1265/Picture1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1265" data-original-width="918" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-lmQCkU6VlqhP3DpVF7tFXgrjw7hKEhQKp3GSZU5NAG6IHB3yYindKfWEFxvImALSh1FuzMRnZjlvAmmE6Fb_YBdvc_4aHgiX-6ko_1eSJf6ZQPtd_TPli0i1wKFw4rXXwUrASCxHmznQs0SDH3mJ_mvMwTgh-q6wiu0EbX-R_IEX8_5aTYRXHHPkHSw/w290-h400/Picture1.png" width="290" /></a></div>I know Spring is around the corner ... but alas I decided on a Christmas card! I used distress inks on the outside of the paper and on the images. I heat embossed the sentiment using gold embossing powder and added a few sequins. Quick and easy, perfect for multiples.<div><br /></div><div><i>Stamps: Wonderland and Grassy Grove, Stampin' Up!</i></div><div><i>Distress Inks: Antiqued Linen and Frayed Burlap (images)<br /></i><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and make sure you hop over to <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a> for some inspiration from our fabulous Design Team!</p></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-17467565537315245522024-03-01T00:30:00.000-08:002024-03-14T09:54:53.532-07:00Bleached Dollies<p><a href="https://christmasbingochallenges.blogspot.com/">Christms {or not} Bingo Challenges</a> has a new challenge ready to go for you!</p><p>We will feature a new Bingo card for each challenge and while this isn't your typical game of BINGO, you are required to use at least three items in ONE column.</p><p>We are a "just for fun" challenge where you will have the chance to proudly display our Winner or Top Pick Badge!</p><p><span style="text-align: center;">My choice was the "<b>G" column - Embossing, Bleaching, Splatters.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCTFeemT9K6IKVTdR5L9q8HXsgqcGkg7Ib6WmD6JVJKpfOOsZrU7rTsQ-knXGNGMoGBTaFF18kdQDquQ5n_hImvY4JiBEp4vgu3H1ILTZ1DfopcISkNB34EDiS8g7_dIDYyI0H_umkXYj-ERgpyb4WodhgrE5Fyrbd6rgleP0Kfo0UJO9KOSQcstHKrfc/s802/Bleach.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="802" data-original-width="795" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCTFeemT9K6IKVTdR5L9q8HXsgqcGkg7Ib6WmD6JVJKpfOOsZrU7rTsQ-knXGNGMoGBTaFF18kdQDquQ5n_hImvY4JiBEp4vgu3H1ILTZ1DfopcISkNB34EDiS8g7_dIDYyI0H_umkXYj-ERgpyb4WodhgrE5Fyrbd6rgleP0Kfo0UJO9KOSQcstHKrfc/s320/Bleach.png" width="317" /></a></div><br /><p>When I saw Bleaching - I had no idea what this technique was so I had to do a little googling - such a simple technique and the effects are so beautiful I had to give it a shot.</p><p>I started with distress oxide inks, starting in the middle with Dried Marigold and worked my way to the outside with Abandoned Coral, Rusty Hinge and Gathered Twigs. After the background was dry, I stamped the images from the Decorative Dollies collection by Inkadinkado with VersaMark and heat embossed with gold embossing powder. </p><p>I dipped a paint brush in bleach and started "painting" the areas I wanted bleached. I had such a hard time taking a photo that could capture the effect but it was really difficult to capture. Some of the areas retained the colors of the distressed inks giving a hue effect. I wet my hands and clapped over the front then splattered with gold paint. I finished off with a quick overall spray with Sheer Shimmer craft spray and added a few gold embellies.</p><div><div style="text-align: center;">So glad you stopped by and I look forward to seeing your creation!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><u>Challenges</u></div><div><a href="https://mytimetocraftchallenge.blogspot.com/">My Time to Craft!</a> - Make your own Background #528<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Mar 7) </span><span><b>.</b></span></div><div><a href="https://tictactoechallenge.com/">Tic Tac Toe Challenge</a> - #242 Metallic (Gold embossing), Any Shape, Fave Color (Coral) <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Mar 20)</span></div><div><a href="https://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/">Fab 'n' Funky Challenges</a> - Use your Favorite Color (Coral) #590 <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Mar 12)</span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-89666867318289692052024-02-26T01:00:00.000-08:002024-03-13T10:06:57.037-07:00Marshmallow Snowman<p>Join me for our new challenge over at <a href="http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/">Christmas with the Cuties</a>! Our theme for this challenge is "<span style="color: red;">Santa and/or Reindeer</span>" - don't forget, your creation must be Christmas themed and feature a <b>cute </b>image. </p><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will continue to play along for your chance to proudly display our Winners or Top 3 Badge.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHcbvVzwbmN8sYrkdrxPIjxZnq3j2RHuI6yvJxF5JshjsX5Upc_-JHz3g_FdepBo0NwMNIGE4ASYvbdNS2Rj6sG7e6pYj5ovjbzmsgNCfS-zGbrvdVqDPKe48XAbfChxPnBDaw76xhNq6Wg5UycIRIG8rSty0GkvOy5XJ8LdYsNRSzVFsobuTYr4SHA0s/s1123/Marshmallow%20Snowman.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1123" data-original-width="1056" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHcbvVzwbmN8sYrkdrxPIjxZnq3j2RHuI6yvJxF5JshjsX5Upc_-JHz3g_FdepBo0NwMNIGE4ASYvbdNS2Rj6sG7e6pYj5ovjbzmsgNCfS-zGbrvdVqDPKe48XAbfChxPnBDaw76xhNq6Wg5UycIRIG8rSty0GkvOy5XJ8LdYsNRSzVFsobuTYr4SHA0s/w376-h400/Marshmallow%20Snowman.png" width="376" /></a></div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">The image is <a href="https://kindacutebypatricia.com/snowman-and-marshmallow-digital-stamp/">Snowman and Marshmallow</a> from <a href="https://kindacutebypatricia.com/">Kinda Cute by Patricia Alvarez</a>, I did some coloring with Copics and went to work fussy cutting (grrr, I hate fussy cutting!). After using a die cut to create the circle, I used Seeing Spots embossing folder for some texture. Using foam squares, I applied them to the images and sentiment strip (Merry Messages by Lawn Fawn) and finished the card off with some purple sequins.</span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Now it's your turn to show us your Christmas project and make sure you check out the<a href="https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/"> </a>Design Team's creations for some inspiration and remember - <b>projects must be Christmassy and have to be Cute</b>!</span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:</span><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/">C.R.A.F.T. Challenge</a> - Christmas #609 <span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Feb 27)</span><b> .</b></span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/">ABC Christmas Challenge</a> - C for Anything Christmas<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Mar 9) </span></span><b>.</b></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.com/">Addicted to Stamps and More!</a> - Christmas #462<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Mar 4) v</span></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-107488347468347372024-02-15T07:00:00.000-08:002024-03-13T10:07:45.692-07:00Birthday Flowerz<p><b>Die-cuts/Punches/Stencils </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from <a href="https://www.mirtillamentecraftshop.it/169-digital-stamps">Mirtillamente Digital Stamps and Papers</a>!</p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoXoWLAkLVU0oKOi3VXpL3JYw4HX4oS2zQ1Z0ZywClnQD7ANUTrrtUrVC0U6n38tk8x_-KfaRpPYGxr3wzjL0WKBipq2WSRvT2dRKiCeGbHU_YFMK-fnXk-c42EeVlDojQte_uxX0pAW8rmgdVkI3vj3rUPE9edWZqC4E2NQ0DAjn5B0rNcHdMACs9u7E/s1223/Flower%20Bday.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1223" data-original-width="926" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoXoWLAkLVU0oKOi3VXpL3JYw4HX4oS2zQ1Z0ZywClnQD7ANUTrrtUrVC0U6n38tk8x_-KfaRpPYGxr3wzjL0WKBipq2WSRvT2dRKiCeGbHU_YFMK-fnXk-c42EeVlDojQte_uxX0pAW8rmgdVkI3vj3rUPE9edWZqC4E2NQ0DAjn5B0rNcHdMACs9u7E/w303-h400/Flower%20Bday.png" width="303" /></a></div></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;">I used Copic markers to color the image, </span><a href="https://www.mirtillamentecraftshop.it/digital-stamps/157-flowerz-flow-no1.html" style="font-family: inherit;">Flowerz: Flow No. 1</a>. To create the leafy background, I used Simply You by Concord & 9th with Pine Tree Green Memories Die Inkpad. The centre background piece was created using the Moroccan Stencil by Simon Says Stamp with Aged Mahogany and Barn Door Distress Inks then found a couple of sentiments, embossed with white embossing power to create this birthday card.</div><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></span></span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.mirtillamentecraftshop.it/169-digital-stamps" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="228" data-original-width="320" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVxxjn0L3vOEddwBd_jEgM8JK4HTV-9o7xm_P4B9BTqPqZcNKqZ3nK3UgixORCwmKVlJtTGUQIBV3E5MPk20hXr5BpqcFtmioDTxuFiU1jpAKtQTPjRgMmS0hyXXee4AwoHO5vS94FWFLvFcTncZ6a1aNVQo11iOhrfysq9XSgmT1MUeEWoCbOXIL0Duo/w200-h143/Mirtillamente.png" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:<br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/">Mirtillamente Challenge</a> - ATG<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Feb 25)</span><span><b> .</b></span><br /></span><a href="https://beautifulblossomschallenge.blogspot.com/">Beautiful Blossoms Challenge</a> - Floral #14<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (Mar 15)</span><br /><a href="https://daisychainchallenge.blogspot.com/">Daisy Chain Challenge </a>- Flowers #82<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (Feb 28) </span><b>.</b><br /><a href="https://craftrocketchallenges.blogspot.com/">Craft Rocket Challenges</a> - Birthday #111<span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">(Feb 28)</span><b> .</b></p><p></p>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-32984697634884270692024-02-14T01:00:00.000-08:002024-03-05T11:09:11.170-08:00Wintery Penguin Valentine<p><b>STENCILS / EMBOSSING FOLDERS </b>is the theme for our February challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until <b>March 12th</b> so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkxgRYLt1LnJVJdidoVianTb8BtdBIX5KULtBLxG5Q_ABPQatrh7kXZ4rlmlcF7OO59nqDhwQFDrUdwYFNLL2GHpBj3PxO88WdJZr-LEMKuW5MYs1D7j7mltcYsdcoiS8cUlqYd1fatJ244oTMzccPMXK3Zn0vBwQdxKyqmzFu76TDnjTALJ_TlO6ccU8/s1577/Bemine.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1577" data-original-width="1319" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkxgRYLt1LnJVJdidoVianTb8BtdBIX5KULtBLxG5Q_ABPQatrh7kXZ4rlmlcF7OO59nqDhwQFDrUdwYFNLL2GHpBj3PxO88WdJZr-LEMKuW5MYs1D7j7mltcYsdcoiS8cUlqYd1fatJ244oTMzccPMXK3Zn0vBwQdxKyqmzFu76TDnjTALJ_TlO6ccU8/w335-h400/Bemine.png" width="335" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Yes, we are a Christmas challenge and I may have stretched things a bit with my wintery Valentines Day card! </span></div><div>I started with embossing the first layer using <a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/stitched-snowflake-backdrop?_pos=5&_sid=bad7fc18e&_ss=r&variant=39376154787914">Stitched Snowflake Backdrop</a> by Lawn Fawn and used Worn Lipstick and Spun Sugar Distress Oxide Inks to create the pinky glow background. Created some snow drifts, clouds and a skating area with Salty Ocean Distress Oxide Ink - I used the same ink for the sentiment using <a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/scripty-mine?_pos=1&_sid=ca727725c&_ss=r&variant=28010639873">Scripty Mine</a> and the <a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/winter-penguin?_pos=1&_sid=1afd5abb9&_ss=r&variant=903648353">Winter Penguin </a>stamp by Lawn Fawn.</div><div><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj38mlj252TpKU4xn406ZNfbbMPlIJYxlxKSMPduG98e0VhAHvY00RJK9cYJ91ypj6muR4g-5fHeppCRaMSXZ7yr7sJxsGcjW19d-jK_k7VkNV1pFLvswn_Ua-3urj1Z9cgC-O3RsK0-IIMDI3fweHc75hblJAX6bsieN2Cs-f8uS_ps2_dekhU918lqQk/s320/002February.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="236" data-original-width="320" height="148" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj38mlj252TpKU4xn406ZNfbbMPlIJYxlxKSMPduG98e0VhAHvY00RJK9cYJ91ypj6muR4g-5fHeppCRaMSXZ7yr7sJxsGcjW19d-jK_k7VkNV1pFLvswn_Ua-3urj1Z9cgC-O3RsK0-IIMDI3fweHc75hblJAX6bsieN2Cs-f8uS_ps2_dekhU918lqQk/w200-h148/002February.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></p><div><i style="text-align: center;"><br /></i></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><u>Challenges</u></span></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><span><a href="https://cutitupchallenges.blogspot.com/">Cut it Up</a> - Have a Heart #297</span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Feb 21)</span><span><b> .</b></span></span></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/">Inkspirational </a>- Hearts #309 </span><span style="font-size: xx-small; text-align: center;">(Mar 2)</span><b style="text-align: center;"> .</b></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://christmascardsallyearround.blogspot.com/">CCAYR </a>- Hearts <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Mar 1)</span></span><b style="text-align: center;"> .</b></div></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://die-cut-divas.blogspot.com/">Die Cut Divas</a> - Non-Traditional Valentine Cards</span><span style="text-align: center;"> </span><span style="font-size: xx-small; text-align: center;">(Mar 1)</span><b style="text-align: center;"> .</b></div><div><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-24851421030099742612024-01-18T08:00:00.000-08:002024-03-05T11:11:21.368-08:00Have a very mice BIRTHDAY<p><b>Lots of Layers </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from a NEW sponsor, <a href="https://www.streamsidestudios.co/digital-stamps">Streamside Studios</a>! If you haven't checked the store out yet, make sure you do - so many adorable and fun images to choose from!</p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1qXiD09NgP_QMk0YNfMH2yvmJSm3aJudxFVgP9OXjeHr4AONqdWIZK0qqpyBINuXqNtY651hLNi7a09lG0BHDUn8clhMAsnI-gYaABuPl8-C8Vj4ibsALQvMWCUBvRGp4YDSXB5t0EwIBWnZAN_7p8xJgtV4axW8JIHHiJ9-rlX1ViRVN-4qWRoN9B3k/s1101/Mice%20Birthday.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1101" data-original-width="807" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1qXiD09NgP_QMk0YNfMH2yvmJSm3aJudxFVgP9OXjeHr4AONqdWIZK0qqpyBINuXqNtY651hLNi7a09lG0BHDUn8clhMAsnI-gYaABuPl8-C8Vj4ibsALQvMWCUBvRGp4YDSXB5t0EwIBWnZAN_7p8xJgtV4axW8JIHHiJ9-rlX1ViRVN-4qWRoN9B3k/w294-h400/Mice%20Birthday.png" width="294" /></a></div>The images and sentiment are from the <a href="https://www.streamsidestudios.co/product-page/mice-at-play">Mice at Play</a> collection. I used the Silhouette Cameo to print and cut the images although I was having issues with the blade not cutting thru the paper on the mice so I had to do a bit of fussy cutting (which I really don't like doing). I used distress inks (Fossilized Amber and Spiced Marmalade) on the block of cheese and Copic markers on the mice. Added a few touches and lots of foam tape to create the layers.<br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></span></div><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.streamsidestudios.co/digital-stamps" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-kNWFTbKa9d-WlznMYQO-u6vm4yshovEcg94ikLo8fKz37zNLiPNMp5NpVFRxm5O4Aiy5D0H58pwWdbGSwcP5dTtu33ef1gm4X-uu1nInX_7USgbCLYsRXSZfo_CpzHZPLpckffZK2qSzp86NgjfB_FZ_FowWhlaagjL_rphIabNkaSg6P6IhLPNAmq8/w200-h200/Streamside%20Studios.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><div style="text-align: left;"><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:<br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/">Cupcake Inspirations</a> - Colors Challenge - Grey, Yellow, White <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Jan 20)</span></span><b style="text-align: center;"> .</b></div><p></p>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-35753767500183152902024-01-10T00:30:00.000-08:002024-01-10T00:30:00.130-08:00Glittery Joy<p><b>Glitter and Sparkle </b>is the theme for our January challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until February 8th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihlRejQLVzuK-OE1Ad-7ev-wu0mjZ-W-F2X-XTtbpL5EoVpFfHO5CZFSt6_uCAC4G215REAhRThJDcwtSEQnM3_ejjO3VGIZClbGXp3k4Sp28JtM1F1obBEqQSXghpVOmaYxQMou1dBe1XRqFwfx425CwK2ELFfxelcAonpC8uSQfTkbOawpe16tPptuw/s1172/Wishing%20you%20peace%20and%20joy.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="886" data-original-width="1172" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihlRejQLVzuK-OE1Ad-7ev-wu0mjZ-W-F2X-XTtbpL5EoVpFfHO5CZFSt6_uCAC4G215REAhRThJDcwtSEQnM3_ejjO3VGIZClbGXp3k4Sp28JtM1F1obBEqQSXghpVOmaYxQMou1dBe1XRqFwfx425CwK2ELFfxelcAonpC8uSQfTkbOawpe16tPptuw/w400-h303/Wishing%20you%20peace%20and%20joy.png" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>I die cut and added layers (3) to the letters using white cardstock with the top layer cut in designer paper. I used the mini wreath die cut by Lawn Fawn to cut two layers using green glitter. I did this to make the wreath look fuller and finished it off with one layer of white cardstock. The berries were also die cut using red glitter paper. <br /><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtVs__dU8drujN_rWgzAEjpbH5R8hyS30Z27qB6e8PZHiQpkHGTwaY56QQJ-Z0V0hxO7ckGvv-mnsRW2qQkSfph5Poq-Yot-uFxnsSRTOz_1tLuke-P5sMw6KOO82RjBkEHXlCMk4_mMz3bRSBbGs_lhh9cakybQJXRUS12Uqwpu4CjmJXWCNPJZp3Gyo/s320/001January.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="236" data-original-width="320" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtVs__dU8drujN_rWgzAEjpbH5R8hyS30Z27qB6e8PZHiQpkHGTwaY56QQJ-Z0V0hxO7ckGvv-mnsRW2qQkSfph5Poq-Yot-uFxnsSRTOz_1tLuke-P5sMw6KOO82RjBkEHXlCMk4_mMz3bRSBbGs_lhh9cakybQJXRUS12Uqwpu4CjmJXWCNPJZp3Gyo/s1600/001January.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></p><div><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-46909050601374340142024-01-08T19:42:00.000-08:002024-01-08T19:44:23.941-08:00Treat Yourself<p><a href="https://christmasbingochallenges.blogspot.com/">Christmas [or not] BINGO Challenges</a> has a new name and a new challenge ready to go for you!</p><p>We will feature a new Bingo card for each challenge and while this isn't your typical game of BINGO, you are required to use at least three items in ONE column.</p><p>We are a "just for fun" challenge where you will have the chance to proudly display our Winner or Top Pick Badge!</p><p><span style="text-align: center;">My choice is the "O<b>" column - Layers, Stitching, Twine and Rectangle.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-nGmLIGOF5104A-YIOUkqdfp-20FLkQq23icK1w6EAjrifeO1CZqJb6Mn0g_oBeyAiGwQgowtgpgwaIeu6q6FKkW8jt0Pg_yrcBdkjJOxtowS3nIY-lSoI1P9EqyII3Q7lSK6Jj-b3nLBhPWXpT43hl73DxvJhxpq_N4lduVRMcrJAIzzj0fWo70Dulw/s1410/Jan%20Feb.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1410" data-original-width="1149" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-nGmLIGOF5104A-YIOUkqdfp-20FLkQq23icK1w6EAjrifeO1CZqJb6Mn0g_oBeyAiGwQgowtgpgwaIeu6q6FKkW8jt0Pg_yrcBdkjJOxtowS3nIY-lSoI1P9EqyII3Q7lSK6Jj-b3nLBhPWXpT43hl73DxvJhxpq_N4lduVRMcrJAIzzj0fWo70Dulw/w326-h400/Jan%20Feb.png" width="326" /></a></div><br /><p>While roaming through Pinterest looking for a design that "spoke" to me, I came across <a href="https://gentlemancrafter.com/2019/01/06/go-on-treat-yourself/">John, Gentleman Crafter</a>'s card using Lawn Fawn's Treat Yourself stamp set. As it so happens, a co-worker is celebrating her birthday this weekend and she LOVES ice cream so my version of John's card was created, I hope you like it!</p><div><div style="text-align: center;">So glad you stopped by and I look forward to seeing your creation!</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFIflMazZmvdWSzGMgPhfK9HJ-QR3D2-R2AlKYj5AMkWZESvjYhbDHQyrPsyPR7K2g5fMbse0oCRE1ZuBH2uYtsFi5DMbdlWgRpt-keYkeIwfqBjiL72jgFfRTpdZP9GAfcjRClMyLa8tU0k577UFOnD2tSVn7vcqUXQfZ60sudln70mFa8GktfXSXHBQ/s500/2-badge-DESIGNER_10-29-23.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="307" data-original-width="500" height="122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFIflMazZmvdWSzGMgPhfK9HJ-QR3D2-R2AlKYj5AMkWZESvjYhbDHQyrPsyPR7K2g5fMbse0oCRE1ZuBH2uYtsFi5DMbdlWgRpt-keYkeIwfqBjiL72jgFfRTpdZP9GAfcjRClMyLa8tU0k577UFOnD2tSVn7vcqUXQfZ60sudln70mFa8GktfXSXHBQ/w200-h122/2-badge-DESIGNER_10-29-23.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-5238220370207593572024-01-08T15:54:00.000-08:002024-01-08T19:44:53.504-08:00Snow Much Fun at Get Creative Challenges<p>Happy New Year! A new month brings a new challenge at <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a>! Our theme this month is Snow much Fun. </p><p>We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will play along for your chance to proudly display our Winner or Top 3 Badges.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw2lliB5CDt4u56QZYmNAJ3t5Gtkf0Cg-XEtbeUpvlXOSyxMxztBFrRznh8Uw4ikiLyDp0Gfk1AlO25Cwi5CF9SLY8FQCnvaTeegXeya-40gw4p80iER8WW7N-7UfwJtWAfT3Ur6Gh1AaMG1tEvhQn2knEymvDAqnT7To05CK0U9w7fGxTWoVK1ShBCBU/s1664/IMG_9590.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1664" data-original-width="1337" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw2lliB5CDt4u56QZYmNAJ3t5Gtkf0Cg-XEtbeUpvlXOSyxMxztBFrRznh8Uw4ikiLyDp0Gfk1AlO25Cwi5CF9SLY8FQCnvaTeegXeya-40gw4p80iER8WW7N-7UfwJtWAfT3Ur6Gh1AaMG1tEvhQn2knEymvDAqnT7To05CK0U9w7fGxTWoVK1ShBCBU/w321-h400/IMG_9590.jpg" width="321" /></a></div><br /><p>It's pretty hard to see the snow falling, but it's there! I ran out to grab some texture paste and ended up grabbing Sparkle paste, not quite the effect I was looking for but it works! The lamp post was created using the Cricut Joy,</p><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and make sure you hop over to <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a> for some inspiration from our fabulous Design Team!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcKKTmgRSIQ2dgtQvfHHwgqMQbv7jiJMktzwL7Ic7bLex5lMKhegzr0Dzz9GPRZX-ha0yM_NCPhOUnSfPV7WHmS9O1uI19SZW-cxhos5U4IEhRr9duZvQ2q5zv8HTUUrx0lXE-f0r1llGW5stLvBAM1TcvD0gY3csUYx8VOH68IxJXF81BOst33xyILHM/s800/GCC%20Banner.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="800" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcKKTmgRSIQ2dgtQvfHHwgqMQbv7jiJMktzwL7Ic7bLex5lMKhegzr0Dzz9GPRZX-ha0yM_NCPhOUnSfPV7WHmS9O1uI19SZW-cxhos5U4IEhRr9duZvQ2q5zv8HTUUrx0lXE-f0r1llGW5stLvBAM1TcvD0gY3csUYx8VOH68IxJXF81BOst33xyILHM/w200-h100/GCC%20Banner.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-87113119653185351342023-12-21T07:00:00.000-08:002023-12-21T07:00:00.134-08:00Merriest of Wishes<p><b>Time to be Merry </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from <a href="https://www.thepapershelter.com/">The Paper Shelter</a>!</p></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW1c-Tl7zTbaEWs-_vYaRtqbpzf4NINFB9xhAKZXXObQeTA6ZzKVyHdJjYWucroJAvPLNfrrGK9EKZUVId2k5cwWjGq-ORPn0E6OlsB5BIDLylgyaCHiNDzlf782E2uRFwXv2nvfy7kaYrv14Q_KvtF5g-vsB2dm-cNRXtXzjdaIXPtgwAAez4IMS_Exw/s1603/Dec.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1603" data-original-width="1149" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW1c-Tl7zTbaEWs-_vYaRtqbpzf4NINFB9xhAKZXXObQeTA6ZzKVyHdJjYWucroJAvPLNfrrGK9EKZUVId2k5cwWjGq-ORPn0E6OlsB5BIDLylgyaCHiNDzlf782E2uRFwXv2nvfy7kaYrv14Q_KvtF5g-vsB2dm-cNRXtXzjdaIXPtgwAAez4IMS_Exw/w458-h640/Dec.png" width="458" /></a></div>This jolly image is <a href="https://www.thepapershelter.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3_14&products_id=956">Here We Go</a>, colored with Copic markers and a silver metallic marker by Faber-Castell on the tree ornaments. Jolly ol' St. Nick and Rudolph are making their way soon and I hope you are all ready! </span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></div></span></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!</span><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.thepapershelter.com/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH-_3EjQF6yUGKLZ9eqfGQDWoAyH3ZASFAw6VE9eDVyivC-DTrcXQkMajW0C-Fw75l_khUfIHUoeTypMhyphenhyphenvBKPKIXRIOApRwQ6HsDh9_lHiJgIXtaqVCDSf9Sw8Lm2fcYRJiJDPe8VTaeqg4QviO1miQcjroZr0ksNadII-xvQPWDekoWukUTjFxoIz0s/s1600/TPS.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-84313589793659469872023-12-13T09:40:00.000-08:002023-12-13T09:42:30.955-08:00Jolly Decorations<p><b>CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS </b>is the theme for our December challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until January 12th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh56ugTA7snn6oLOTATYPL_R_xlJNCBWYntP2Xehq_c_Sea2HddeMkE_5fo5aXJHJjRmn4x6gbnXjVHHre_eh8ogsN5jLaJyv9qRR12jo9JVp3FNqtAxEGU5msmghgbltHPOd9EjhtWen44_LbWsOqu5gINFNp-wgDYja-82KjKSsYrb5Z-K-qvlaWCPYs/s1504/Deco.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1504" data-original-width="1249" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh56ugTA7snn6oLOTATYPL_R_xlJNCBWYntP2Xehq_c_Sea2HddeMkE_5fo5aXJHJjRmn4x6gbnXjVHHre_eh8ogsN5jLaJyv9qRR12jo9JVp3FNqtAxEGU5msmghgbltHPOd9EjhtWen44_LbWsOqu5gINFNp-wgDYja-82KjKSsYrb5Z-K-qvlaWCPYs/w533-h640/Deco.png" width="533" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">I love these little characters, </span><a href="https://www.createasmilestamps.com/en/clear-a6-be-jolly/sw10094.1" style="text-align: left;">Be Jolly</a><span style="text-align: left;"> from Create a Smile. I created the backgrounds using various distress inks, spray of water and finished with sheer shimmer spray. I colored the images with Copic markers, did some fussy cutting, added twine and applied foam squares to the back then went to work assembling the cards - easy peasy!</span></div><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSGgm6JQWUt6xX6RuDeOoQucjuEMifLCYGbZR3WSwUobx1J9Jb22nJb1eZ_5XZCHKooXW_1NNINTHs6eKF37BHZEi34FqBmC6sCxzmFWmhCBw9b0Rw9-0LB9k4GMU52W6v6EYlP-_jl-DVg-r1zCbffr5oX7hJCRykq_E8CY8b4BRZF6533iI0BMBZ428/s399/012December.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="285" data-original-width="399" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSGgm6JQWUt6xX6RuDeOoQucjuEMifLCYGbZR3WSwUobx1J9Jb22nJb1eZ_5XZCHKooXW_1NNINTHs6eKF37BHZEi34FqBmC6sCxzmFWmhCBw9b0Rw9-0LB9k4GMU52W6v6EYlP-_jl-DVg-r1zCbffr5oX7hJCRykq_E8CY8b4BRZF6533iI0BMBZ428/w200-h143/012December.png" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></p>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-84626345642503762162023-12-11T01:00:00.001-08:002023-12-11T21:17:15.451-08:00Christmas Cacti<p>Join me for our new challenge over at <a href="http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/">Christmas with the Cuties</a>! Our theme for this challenge is "Something <span style="color: red;">CUTE & CHRISTMASSY</span>". </p><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will continue to play along for your chance to proudly display our Winners or Top 3 Badge.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCdNrRGi7me5mOyYFZpfhwWh7i1OlUrh_Fhl_AF0MxB1zywu-hbvlNO5t3_0M3QdgGdTL8U3jdZD7R_ATPpMLU_U2O24Dr5ASA8f-X9iVzFjZ2XvQ9cf9h43pNxbgH2l5Tm0Ewo_48BBVyAy-8rS9vBfevGGeamF-qzivbQT8Dt-wWi4XFUf8Vbiedip4/s1083/SG%20Cactus.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1083" data-original-width="876" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCdNrRGi7me5mOyYFZpfhwWh7i1OlUrh_Fhl_AF0MxB1zywu-hbvlNO5t3_0M3QdgGdTL8U3jdZD7R_ATPpMLU_U2O24Dr5ASA8f-X9iVzFjZ2XvQ9cf9h43pNxbgH2l5Tm0Ewo_48BBVyAy-8rS9vBfevGGeamF-qzivbQT8Dt-wWi4XFUf8Vbiedip4/w324-h400/SG%20Cactus.png" width="324" /></a></div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">This image is Cactus Minis by Creations Cee Cee (the images were purchased from Etsy however I see they have now moved and can be purchased as part of a <a href="https://www.creationsceecee.com/shop/christmas-coloring-pages-bundle-2">bundle</a>). </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">I used Copics to color the image, spritzed with Sparkle spray and added some sequins. Cute little card!<br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Now it's your turn to show us your Christmas project and make sure you check out the<a href="https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/"> </a>Design Team's creations for some inspiration and remember - <b>projects must be Christmassy and have to be Cute</b>!</span><p></p>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-31677150420983556512023-11-30T09:00:00.000-08:002023-11-30T09:00:00.141-08:00'Tis the Season with Gingerbread Cookies<p>'<b>TIS THE SEASON </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from<a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/pattiescreations"> Pattie's Creations</a>!</p></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB8yFJiey1hVIRAGrHuOVLIHscgpzJuGSOisEhuy_oFfxgyBX_mq1RQCoe4lqidfMl1A8jfXxClZL1zo7yLhBD20oxYnCpZGam2zbzjWBj2in2pciXZx7VnSVJj7t0oIMu1vV_cpc-tstcJd-RC1Yk_Ud8CZY1TU_u_x0Y_1u7Jihn3k0KbijM93K2H1g/s1153/Merry%20Gingerbread.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1046" data-original-width="1153" height="363" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB8yFJiey1hVIRAGrHuOVLIHscgpzJuGSOisEhuy_oFfxgyBX_mq1RQCoe4lqidfMl1A8jfXxClZL1zo7yLhBD20oxYnCpZGam2zbzjWBj2in2pciXZx7VnSVJj7t0oIMu1vV_cpc-tstcJd-RC1Yk_Ud8CZY1TU_u_x0Y_1u7Jihn3k0KbijM93K2H1g/w400-h363/Merry%20Gingerbread.png" width="400" /></a></div>I took the <span style="font-family: inherit;">image <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/83777637/ginger-bread-cookie?click_key=3cea01a5c25ec6033e090cfd6923bc52816d843d%3A83777637&click_sum=30405c02&ref=shop_home_active_45">Ginger Bread Cookie</a> and copied it multiple times in different sizes then went to work coloring with Copic markers. The black background was created by coloring with the black marker, spritzed with gold shimmer spray. I used the Merry die-cut on gold as well as two layers of black cardstock to created some dimension. The word "Christmas" was embossed using gold embossing powder.</span></span></div><div><br /></div></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></span></span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/pattiescreations" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMfN_OaUpZK_1Xj8ziGrwXTIpZD0m7hLPCCGgW7M9VFDdsiRc8tw_b4H0Xj6xlpTwX4NgPqCAD7KxOpz6zEQkUD9bnVUCY7nuruVIbognaGYVOtuM1IwfzGM6N1AD96tsJgKqhfTSBSXZB-G1We8GV_j4ctb5UqEY_R6sn4d8WemyxNJmLKhQi5wXAqV4/w200-h200/Patties%20Creations.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-92034406210407275062023-11-27T01:00:00.029-08:002023-12-04T09:59:03.523-08:00Something Die-cut - Joy to the World<p>Join me for our new challenge over at<b> <a href="http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/">Christmas with the Cuties</a></b>! Our theme for this challenge is "Something <span style="color: red;">Die-Cut</span>" - we want you to include a <span style="color: red;">die-cut </span>somewhere on your card and don't forget, your creation must be Christmas themed and feature a <b>cute </b>image. </p><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will continue to play along for your chance to proudly display our Winners or Top 3 Badge.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3x5oeSYKe6UekYJaPpiB1WOhRauKaKM60FuZCmLw7c8XyseNUvYzrRimFn-AmV-6x6LbhZhWOHwalo61llUayDGEP_eET2WqIuQVD53laPi_4wzaeEJvE6DuUKltSGq4YwfdiUmvxcCN8K9DydgTAIUK0j2QSxvH8B5muKWxnzIbf_l0XDMQm7nUMC8I/s1280/Joy%20Diecuts.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1198" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3x5oeSYKe6UekYJaPpiB1WOhRauKaKM60FuZCmLw7c8XyseNUvYzrRimFn-AmV-6x6LbhZhWOHwalo61llUayDGEP_eET2WqIuQVD53laPi_4wzaeEJvE6DuUKltSGq4YwfdiUmvxcCN8K9DydgTAIUK0j2QSxvH8B5muKWxnzIbf_l0XDMQm7nUMC8I/w375-h400/Joy%20Diecuts.png" width="375" /></a></div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">I created this card using die-cuts from Swirly Scribbles by Stampin Up! to create my own kinda wreaths and <a href="https://www.poppystamps.com/2476-Double-Joy-craft-die_p_1774.html">Double Joy</a> by Poppy Stamps. To create the white frame, I used my Silhouette Cameo and applied with foam tape to the designer paper from the <a href="https://paperrose.com.au/products/b-w-christmas-6x6-paper-collection-20357?_pos=2&_sid=7d4a992d5&_ss=r">B&W Christmas Collection</a> by Paper Roses Studio and the sentiment was computer generated. To finish it off I added some gemstones.</span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Now it's your turn to show us your Christmas project and make sure you check out the<a href="https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/"> </a>Design Team's creations for some inspiration and remember - <b>projects must be Christmassy and have to be Cute</b>!</span>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-36413438409337139122023-11-08T01:00:00.007-08:002023-12-04T10:01:09.581-08:00It Moose be Christmas<p><b>ADD A HAT </b>is the theme for our November challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until December 12th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm8-EiygFPJHzbimqV4GL6kzE1eX_Ao_ldwvGQuQ5y3Ru1mR8JbnXBSU7BEzS6TLPcQM1nkDBhG84MqUi8UCmXYoEFkJSK07Pwm662X6YwVOe7tqlC8i9iBK--H-V779aHcw5Uaoo1b9i2R_sX7TWjaeT8FNzT34SMiH4XPinpECXBNxMiM9pwsfw4LU4/s1002/Santa%20Hat.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1002" data-original-width="819" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm8-EiygFPJHzbimqV4GL6kzE1eX_Ao_ldwvGQuQ5y3Ru1mR8JbnXBSU7BEzS6TLPcQM1nkDBhG84MqUi8UCmXYoEFkJSK07Pwm662X6YwVOe7tqlC8i9iBK--H-V779aHcw5Uaoo1b9i2R_sX7TWjaeT8FNzT34SMiH4XPinpECXBNxMiM9pwsfw4LU4/w328-h400/Santa%20Hat.png" width="328" /></a></div><br /><p>Meet <a href="https://www.polkadoodles.co.uk/hot-chocolate-time-elvis-wesley-moose-printable-craft-digital-stamp-download-with-free-svg-dxf-files/">Elvis Wesley Moose, Hot Chocolate Time</a> by Polkadoodles. I colored Elvis Wesley with Copic markers and outlined a few areas with a white gel pen. The textured background was created using Cable Knit Sweater embossing folder by Stampin Up! and the sentiment is from <a href="https://sugarpeadesigns.com/collections/christmas-amp-winter/products/merry-christmoose">Merry Christmoose</a> by Sugarpea Designs. </p><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQJ904n1SBtHFq5uxxibEDPEFMs7WqBET11TMbVu1nsAQG8po-oedG1V3XQJzJRC8Yzi5tSuB7UN6m1VcUjvRYvcJti5O6N1La7XEzjB-mUiOuBZuqF18wtyFkNW_zZG7obcq7YRx8cVZwU7eKLQ-JxpXgLdIbgo5TWAsPkJqZSY4EYRh6p_cwO_7o3BI/s399/011November.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="285" data-original-width="399" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQJ904n1SBtHFq5uxxibEDPEFMs7WqBET11TMbVu1nsAQG8po-oedG1V3XQJzJRC8Yzi5tSuB7UN6m1VcUjvRYvcJti5O6N1La7XEzjB-mUiOuBZuqF18wtyFkNW_zZG7obcq7YRx8cVZwU7eKLQ-JxpXgLdIbgo5TWAsPkJqZSY4EYRh6p_cwO_7o3BI/w200-h143/011November.png" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></p><div style="text-align: left;"><u>Challenges</u>:<br /><a href="https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/">Polkadoodles </a>- ATG #44<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Nov 17) <b>.</b></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-59666360346945983522023-11-02T08:41:00.005-07:002023-12-11T21:23:22.932-08:00Fall is in the Air at Creative Knockouts<p><b>FALL IS IN THE AIR </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from <a href="https://www.doctor-digi.com/">Dr. Digi's House of Stamps</a>!</p></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXILQWaTcBLCo2SOeBuLv9-EQd5qvEuQ7QR8vivwLVYcdiIQqdHjE2FiPmNjDikDcff7tzJox2pidEoTmFA2Y6DRmITw6HnBJq1Cahfpy-zQAni2bLzbmoDLmr0kXQ4mOh0LS1vilFF1NK8iMiZBe664cHXH_Hax2m-GgBE5DS1Xu8sK5jFanIUP3yW3k/s1112/Squirrel.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1112" data-original-width="818" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXILQWaTcBLCo2SOeBuLv9-EQd5qvEuQ7QR8vivwLVYcdiIQqdHjE2FiPmNjDikDcff7tzJox2pidEoTmFA2Y6DRmITw6HnBJq1Cahfpy-zQAni2bLzbmoDLmr0kXQ4mOh0LS1vilFF1NK8iMiZBe664cHXH_Hax2m-GgBE5DS1Xu8sK5jFanIUP3yW3k/w470-h640/Squirrel.png" width="470" /></a></div>This <a href="https://www.doctor-digi.com/cuddly-critters/cuddly-critters-squirrel">Cuddly Critter Squirrel</a> was colored with Copic markers then using my fave (ok, not so fave) technique, fussy cutting around the critter. The background paper is from the <a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/sweater-weather-remix-petite-paper-pack?_pos=1&_sid=d7b2dad99&_ss=r&variant=39376155377738">Sweater Weather</a> Collection by Lawn Fawn.<br /></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The white cardstock was sprayed with Antiqued Bronze mica spray by Tim Holtz then stamped with the sentiment by Lawn Fawn. After putting the layers together I applied foam tape to the back of the cardstock and said cuddly critter and finished it off with a few pieces of sequins. </span></span></div><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> then it's your turn to start!</span></span></span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.doctor-digi.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="101" data-original-width="320" height="101" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinWVliOth0D8U2DS-uSv0x_IxOD2_z2sVxOyD7CcAm5-gQJvezPt9jwreIZJDzzznj2sGkglv61QqIAdeSq7ul3AIX7pf1IUHieFG2M-DhAa4Z9DrZjEEPg9PT6ChpCEbyl5aH3xaJijjY44LdqykKSCkUOvTSuADCdXLG2p1I3qUOJsbrho36lifyIbI/s1600/DR_Digi_site_header.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:</span><div><a href="https://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/">Dream Valley Challenges </a>- Autumn Colors #304 <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Nov 11)</span><span><b> .</b></span></div><div><a href="https://www.simplyellibelle.com/search/label/I%20spy%20with%20my%20little%20eye">I Spy with my little Eye</a> - Shades of Autumn #8 <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Nov 12)</span><b> .</b></div><div><a href="https://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/">The Paper Funday Challenges</a> - ATG w/Thankful/Grateful #59 <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Dec 3) </span><b> .</b></div><div><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-80040788337616703302023-11-01T00:30:00.011-07:002024-01-04T21:36:09.427-08:00Eat, Drink and Be Tacky<p> <a href="https://christmasbingochallenges.blogspot.com/">Christms Bingo Challenges</a> has a new challenge ready to go for you!</p><p>CBC will feature a new Bingo card for each challenge and while this isn't your typical game of BINGO, you are required to use at least three items in ONE column.</p><p>We are a "just for fun" challenge where you will have the chance to proudly display our Winner or Top Pick Badge!</p><p><span style="text-align: center;">My choice was the "<b>O" column - Layers, Stitching, Twine and Rectangle.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNU8eImaE92J4bWPWtU5OLTt4PBcoIJWIEUsUZ42YmveSmyoE6CGhycYGX3iBCiO2g2erAB9QzLJEldeUcGlYV9jfsCO7TNZz0ieRG4XDDjzjuBpJMEUQUL6im2SXmFLiB-DWFN2GfVadX6V7kEoHBCUlneH1oO_IdrPSaB92qUxjQMJmcElI-TSiH0fk/s1203/Nov%20Sweater.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1119" data-original-width="1203" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNU8eImaE92J4bWPWtU5OLTt4PBcoIJWIEUsUZ42YmveSmyoE6CGhycYGX3iBCiO2g2erAB9QzLJEldeUcGlYV9jfsCO7TNZz0ieRG4XDDjzjuBpJMEUQUL6im2SXmFLiB-DWFN2GfVadX6V7kEoHBCUlneH1oO_IdrPSaB92qUxjQMJmcElI-TSiH0fk/w400-h373/Nov%20Sweater.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p>I found this stamp and matching die set, <a href="https://www.scrapbook.com/store/ppp-chp2926.html">Ugly Sweater Party</a> by PhotoPlay at a craft sale this summer and have been itching to use it since then. I used Copics to color the images and applied the red background paper (Tulla & Norbert's Christmas Party Collection) to white cardstock and added faux stitching using a white gel pen. Foam squares were used to mount the sweaters and smaller foam circles for the hats. </p><div><div style="text-align: center;">So glad you stopped by and I look forward to seeing your creation!</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u>Challenges</u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://merrylittlechristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/">Merry Little Christmas Challenge</a> - ATG #53 <span style="font-size: x-small;">(Dec 15) </span><b>.</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://thehollyandivychristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/">The Holly and Ivy Christmas Challenge </a>- ATG #151 <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Nov 12) </span><b> .</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://colorfuloptions.blogspot.com/">Colorful Options</a> - Red <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Dec) </span><b>.</b></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-63976140281845067322023-10-23T01:00:00.003-07:002023-10-23T01:00:00.153-07:00Christmas Crackers & Treats<p>Join me for our new challenge over at <a href="http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/">Christmas with the Cuties</a>! Our theme for this challenge is "Something that's <span style="color: red;">NOT a card</span>" - we want you to show us your Christmas projects and don't forget, your creation must be Christmas themed and feature a <b>cute </b>image. </p><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will continue to play along for your chance to proudly display our Winners or Top 3 Badge.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbyeGjwQSY6125-5E37zlJMjLpje2Nu-8dzy814odnWrIKqk3rWtMWfbaSzzaar-Y49WxB4-7XSvIpom-2A18R2qzeFGlPrmfGypG7gt7GS_gedOLpvJMBNKcFj_fXT-nktJnWKeXHGHk3RRSqOKTKmdgCeq70e5xfFP_t4IHgrRVWktAbJviS2-tvOiE/s1209/Crackers.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1072" data-original-width="1209" height="355" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbyeGjwQSY6125-5E37zlJMjLpje2Nu-8dzy814odnWrIKqk3rWtMWfbaSzzaar-Y49WxB4-7XSvIpom-2A18R2qzeFGlPrmfGypG7gt7GS_gedOLpvJMBNKcFj_fXT-nktJnWKeXHGHk3RRSqOKTKmdgCeq70e5xfFP_t4IHgrRVWktAbJviS2-tvOiE/w400-h355/Crackers.png" width="400" /></a></div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Meet the <a href="https://www.stampinup.ca/products/cracker-treat-box-dies">Cracker & Treat Box</a> Die-cut by Stampin Up! This is a first for me and all and all it went pretty smoothly. The dies are easy to work with, all you need is some Christmas paper then let your imagination flow. </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">These little boxes will be perfect on the plates at Christmas and you could even use them as name cards.<br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Now it's your turn to show us your Christmas project and make sure you check out the<a href="https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/"> </a>Design Team's creations for some inspiration and remember - <b>projects must be Christmassy and have to be Cute</b>!</span><br />Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-76052857218058936252023-10-11T01:00:00.087-07:002023-11-02T09:05:24.158-07:00Monochrome Poinsettias<p><b>MONOCHROMATIC </b>is the theme for the October challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until November 7th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAkbdYnYivnQ8kNE8HkPH-766bYITxfgnUoFaHhlnUjDat0KsF8qecYhn4zBZrA-pNFPqQkPO0QzLTMmDhKGtWw2hBemA5_LNSRYQmJxXCJ7uXdr1jIujoIUJ__gpVXMw6J7N17gfywFOk-TsxC4fnrUhTC7OiqJ4b6yBL9ZdhxZPgeLKYxfvCyHcRJbI/s1204/Mono%20Poinsettia.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1204" data-original-width="1152" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAkbdYnYivnQ8kNE8HkPH-766bYITxfgnUoFaHhlnUjDat0KsF8qecYhn4zBZrA-pNFPqQkPO0QzLTMmDhKGtWw2hBemA5_LNSRYQmJxXCJ7uXdr1jIujoIUJ__gpVXMw6J7N17gfywFOk-TsxC4fnrUhTC7OiqJ4b6yBL9ZdhxZPgeLKYxfvCyHcRJbI/w383-h400/Mono%20Poinsettia.png" width="383" /></a></div><p>After using the 3D embossing folder, <a href="https://altenew.com/products/perfect-poinsettias-3d-embossing-folder">Perfect Poinsettias</a> by Altenew with black cardstock, I applied silver pigment ink with an embossing brush overtop the design. I used a "Merry" die-cut on silver paper and to create some dimension, I used the die-cut twice more on black cardstock and glued them together. I stamped "Christmas" from <a href="https://iostamps.com/products/cl1044-christmas-words">Christmas Words</a> by Impression Obsession with black ink on the same silver paper. To finish it off I added a couple pieces of matte black sequins.<br /></p><p>This is such an easy and fast technique and I'm looking forward to trying this out on different colored cardstock and pigment inks.</p><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMLdlfgSTuyAE3U3kurn_mpO6HkO4IrAo8HbstVG8Dg6qx-PjAXckypeyzIQ4XfMvrsF2Zp2D217emYs9_7c65lzMfG7BhQd4appMktS6e8xmtttPnQ2xy9RqLqaTM7PX-LnRu3qnI6e-RDQLzQePUC6cX3BA6axztLUiZouvJROWycrMPuwUBJZAxEDM/s399/010October.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="285" data-original-width="399" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMLdlfgSTuyAE3U3kurn_mpO6HkO4IrAo8HbstVG8Dg6qx-PjAXckypeyzIQ4XfMvrsF2Zp2D217emYs9_7c65lzMfG7BhQd4appMktS6e8xmtttPnQ2xy9RqLqaTM7PX-LnRu3qnI6e-RDQLzQePUC6cX3BA6axztLUiZouvJROWycrMPuwUBJZAxEDM/w200-h143/010October.png" width="200" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for <br />your chance to win!</b></i></p><div style="text-align: left;"><u style="text-align: center;">Challenges</u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://sparklesforumchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/">Sparkles Christmas Challenge</a> - Christmas Flower #153<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Oct 31) </span><span><b>.</b></span></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-36943658198543471562023-10-02T17:29:00.010-07:002023-11-02T09:07:34.731-07:00Have a Spooky Night<p> A new month brings a new challenge at <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a>!</p><p>Our theme this month is <span style="color: #674ea7;"><b>PURPLE</b></span>, <b>BLACK</b>, <b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">GREEN </span></b>and <span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>ORANGE</b></span>. Show us your creativity<span style="background-color: white;"> <span>using those four colors in your creation! </span></span></p><p>We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will play along for your chance to proudly display our Winner or Top 3 Badges.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-SbWOD5ZHQbCy7eEGr2jI9jjgkiQrWICEBJyshQj3s643zbn3uFl6xsJvUHnO8DgtuJOftQn024JlRYX8xKiaxDZyH-dvzO-2MFwBuWNWQKEfn6-Gy9e48bn2KT0PnT9C9Nrd8xhtYu6PvF1HraCZ7PrQx7CnAnxqWQQXlyi8HLDG5HUsqvLpr5iqaMI/s1156/Spooky%20Night.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="718" data-original-width="1156" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-SbWOD5ZHQbCy7eEGr2jI9jjgkiQrWICEBJyshQj3s643zbn3uFl6xsJvUHnO8DgtuJOftQn024JlRYX8xKiaxDZyH-dvzO-2MFwBuWNWQKEfn6-Gy9e48bn2KT0PnT9C9Nrd8xhtYu6PvF1HraCZ7PrQx7CnAnxqWQQXlyi8HLDG5HUsqvLpr5iqaMI/w640-h398/Spooky%20Night.png" width="640" /></a></div><p>This slimline card was created using<a href="https://pfstamps.com/collections/halloween-1/products/slim-line-have-a-spooky-night-word-die"> Slim Line Have a Spooky Night Word Die</a> by Picket Fence Studios. I started mixing Distress Oxide Inks (Villainous Potion and Spiced Marmalade) on mixed media paper then lined up the die cut and ran it thru my Big Shot machine. I ran the die through the machine using black paper 3 more times then glued all the layers together.</p><p>I sprayed black cardstock with gold shimmer spray then scattered bat die-cuts overtop and ran thru the machine, I did the same with ghost die-cuts on vellum.</p><p>The background was created using Black Soot and Twisted Citron Distress Oxide spritzed with water. When it was dry I gold shimmer spray and black acrylic paint spray overtop then set to work assembling the card.</p><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and make sure you hop over to <a href="http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.com/">Get Creative Challenges</a> for some inspiration from our fabulous Design Team!</p><div><u>Challenges</u></div><div><a href="https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/">Crafting Happiness </a>- #147 Halloween <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Oct 31)</span></div><div><a href="https://doubletroublechallenge.blogspot.com/">Double Trouble </a>- #149 Trick or Treat - Distress Oxide Inks<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Oct 15) </span><span><b>.</b></span></div><div><a href="https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/">My Happy Place</a> - Disney "Not so Scary" or Somewhat Scary Universal <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Oct 31) </span><b>.</b></div><div><a href="https://twooldbatshalloweenchallenge.blogspot.com/">Two Old Bats</a> - Anything Halloween <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Oct 28) </span><b>.</b></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-42851736452458725842023-09-25T01:00:00.009-07:002023-10-19T11:21:45.551-07:00Joyful Bottle Brush Trees<p>Join me for our new challenge over at <a href="http://christmaswiththecuties.blogspot.com/">Christmas with the Cuties</a>! Our theme for this challenge is "Something <span style="color: red;">SHINY</span>" - we want you to include some <span style="color: red;">shine </span>somewhere on your card and don't forget, your creation must be Christmas themed and feature a <b>cute </b>image. </p><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">We are a JUST FOR FUN challenge and I hope you will continue to play along for your chance to proudly display our Winners or Top 3 Badge.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy2y0Nvownl4V_Uqty2LmsK4qqJ7XpxHg8YbLlf5ukeVRuTOSFnfT9n6ZBtoe18oRZXd3Wu0JvbNGLRasJ7UJ6ISWlG5ZvbkvQgizZmpyyR-uDH3BjwFh8az5goFhtnf84jdXMcjvkUIw-3AroB3TlneWtDaY3UVWkEUC0KLG391Bso90XSccNaluCxGk/s1130/Shiny%20Joyful.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="996" data-original-width="1130" height="353" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy2y0Nvownl4V_Uqty2LmsK4qqJ7XpxHg8YbLlf5ukeVRuTOSFnfT9n6ZBtoe18oRZXd3Wu0JvbNGLRasJ7UJ6ISWlG5ZvbkvQgizZmpyyR-uDH3BjwFh8az5goFhtnf84jdXMcjvkUIw-3AroB3TlneWtDaY3UVWkEUC0KLG391Bso90XSccNaluCxGk/w400-h353/Shiny%20Joyful.png" width="400" /></a></div>The trees were created with <a href="https://spellbinderspaperarts.com/en-ca/products/bottle-brush-trees-etched-dies-from-the-tis-the-season-collection?_pos=1&_sid=6255ad0ff&_ss=r">Bottle Brush Trees</a> die-cuts by Spellbinders using purple and green glitter cardstock as well as silver foil paper. The inside oval is silver glitter cardstock and the scallop oval foil has a hint green. Snowflake embossing folder was used to create the background.<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Now it's your turn to show us your Christmas project and make sure you check out the<a href="https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/"> </a>Design Team's creations for some inspiration and remember - <b>projects must be Christmassy and have to be Cute</b>!</span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><u>Challenges</u>:</span><p></p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/">A Place to Start</a> - All that Glitters <span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Sept 30) </span><b>.</b></span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/">Simon Says Stamp</a> - Christmas </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">(Oct 2) </span><b>.</b></div><div><a href="https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/">ABC Christmas Challenge</a> - "T" is for Three of a Kind <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Oct7) </span><b>.</b></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-44352112423173475552023-09-13T01:00:00.009-07:002023-09-28T13:56:42.364-07:00Christmas Metallics<p><b>METALLICS </b>is the theme for our September challenge at <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">Christmas Craft Creations</a>! </p><p>Our challenge will run until October 10th so make sure to upload your creation by then for your chance to win a special prize.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKVRNvaxA1QknMBsmLRpFmIN3o0ZtDgGCfzcZIXwgoWITLDRQdSKT3UPTqsJh0BdJlvA5UbpnMDsRcAWdymCwGIhp3nYz8RbQhhM_LbJeumEcqTh1A1GWKvPpmUWbI7cC_gLw71-TAvyD-MNh7bDBn-AAyLcQkz1T5NuGexDuFxnpeJac8Dfq6rEbhpYo/s1193/Metallics%20CCC.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1193" data-original-width="975" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKVRNvaxA1QknMBsmLRpFmIN3o0ZtDgGCfzcZIXwgoWITLDRQdSKT3UPTqsJh0BdJlvA5UbpnMDsRcAWdymCwGIhp3nYz8RbQhhM_LbJeumEcqTh1A1GWKvPpmUWbI7cC_gLw71-TAvyD-MNh7bDBn-AAyLcQkz1T5NuGexDuFxnpeJac8Dfq6rEbhpYo/w328-h400/Metallics%20CCC.png" width="328" /></a></div>I decided to use both silver and gold metallic paper for this card, I even managed to add a bit of green too! The silver was used with the die-cut <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/664581/sizzix-thinlits-die-set-9pk-hidden-leaves">Hidden Leaves</a> by Sizzix and gold was used with the die-cut Detailed Deer by Stampin' Up! <br /><p>Thanks so much for stopping by and don't forget to jump over to <a href="https://christmas-craft-creations.blogspot.com/">CCC </a>and check out the fabulous creations by our Design Team.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAl5mUnKRVcgOt8IU8TliZQFEP8ZT0UHFe_aioOrCdenh074c0mfI8LGanexmV_eS61-nsEtMzJA8gL_F4VPHfOTGA5Xs_Zrd9DSMZzUAnxwVjMpC9h4IUpdxbB1dZrw-lPjw7ScUCVcSrdLJVnAnk6QbfLYsCQ6GWPiQ47HhnwQkRQvdLQKGZo63-WR4/s399/009September.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="285" data-original-width="399" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAl5mUnKRVcgOt8IU8TliZQFEP8ZT0UHFe_aioOrCdenh074c0mfI8LGanexmV_eS61-nsEtMzJA8gL_F4VPHfOTGA5Xs_Zrd9DSMZzUAnxwVjMpC9h4IUpdxbB1dZrw-lPjw7ScUCVcSrdLJVnAnk6QbfLYsCQ6GWPiQ47HhnwQkRQvdLQKGZo63-WR4/w200-h143/009September.png" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Please remember to add our challenge badge (above) to your post for your chance to win!</b></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u style="text-align: center;"><br /></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"><u style="text-align: center;">Challenges</u></div><div><a href="https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/">The Sisterhood of Crafters</a> - Die Cuts<span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Sept 24)</span><b> .</b></span></div><div><br /></div>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027041245447470167.post-31164146904998134632023-09-07T08:00:00.003-07:002023-09-07T08:00:00.144-07:00Flower Dreams<p><b>FAVE EMBELLIE </b>is the theme for our new challenge at <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Creative Knockouts</a>!</p><p>We have a fabulous sponsor so make sure to upload your creation for your chance to win a special prize from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/alldressedupstamps">All Dressed Up</a>!</p><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrEIs6T_j9GCj923NMY0RpVytmJSYtFXUYI_ZQ-eoE75DgXAEt15D781Y06wpUOF9OlrR2W8wc0Q1VQXS50UabReUyLp4rrU57y9vVX4hw6LYCm7xg-vlDKiFxeQNBqanvzaptiKd9USd-0rJygjQsjnseDcEsSLEvZfxfrxjfT2ONQuVTSEH0nmGZ24/s1149/FG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1095" data-original-width="1149" height="381" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrEIs6T_j9GCj923NMY0RpVytmJSYtFXUYI_ZQ-eoE75DgXAEt15D781Y06wpUOF9OlrR2W8wc0Q1VQXS50UabReUyLp4rrU57y9vVX4hw6LYCm7xg-vlDKiFxeQNBqanvzaptiKd9USd-0rJygjQsjnseDcEsSLEvZfxfrxjfT2ONQuVTSEH0nmGZ24/w400-h381/FG.png" width="400" /></a></div>This adorable image is <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1262416443/flower-dreams?click_key=d4b3e8745efcbb13e7c42b90be4e52189f3e218f%3A1262416443&click_sum=a68e0bd1&ref=shop_home_active_7&sts=1">Flower Dreams</a>. I used Copic markers to color the image and framed her in circles using diecuts. The designer paper is from the Madison collection by Penny Black and to finish her off, the flower embellies were added.<br /></span></div><p><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Make sure you check out the amazingly creative creations from our <a href="http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/">Design Team</a></span><span style="background-color: white;"> then it's your turn to start creating!</span></span></span><br /><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/alldressedupstamps" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh79cuCWHHVHdjKxzSZI9crwBj6CgvRepKOy2NOQvDl1sTrkI7X8TBWPmu3F5zWUCkMaK8YJ93pf5z7Zu-VUaI6strMiSY7l2cZStDPzefjQThk8qQULwVFjagRVGRDOC7Xp-Ez2WNC7m57BE32o19Xd758SB3aR6XuNn-t9TB-u_D0zv2mO08ju4JECTU/w200-h200/ADUBlogBadge.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p></p>Michelle B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10070138490615556659noreply@blogger.com0