Merry Christmas

I managed to use up a couple of smaller pieces of cardstock doing the layering for this card:

I would like to enter:
The Crafters Cafe - Lots Of Layers
https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/2018/07/200-lots-of-layers.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by MME.  The image is from Lia Stampz and is coloured with copic markers.

Joyfold Christmas Card

I haven't made one of these cards for a while - even though they are relatively simple to put together.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals Corner - Fancy Fold
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/09/challenge-141-fancy-fold.html

I have used green cardstock for the base.  The papers are both from a christmas paper pad by Graphic 45.  The image is from Lia Stamps and is coloured with copic markers.  I added a tree sticker and a glitter foam tree embellishment.

Angel in the Clouds

A simple layered card today.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals - Emboss It
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/challenge-126-emboss-it.html
CHNC - Non-traditional Christmas colours
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/06/chnc-challenge-337.html

I have used a paper from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The next layer has been embossed using a snowflake patterned embossing folder.  The image is from Lia Stampz, coloured with copic markers and Kindy Glitz and then matted onto blue pearlescent paper.  I also added somefoam snowflake embellishments.

Christmas Trees

I felt like creating a christmas card using a fun image that might appeal to a child. 

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Crafty Gals Corner - Anything Goes
http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2017/04/challenge-120-anything-goes.html
CHNC - Include a star or more
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/04/chnc-challenge-331.html
Winter Wonderland - Sparkle and/or Bling
http://christmasblogchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2017/04/add-some-sparkle-or-bling.html

I have used an image from Lia Stampz which I coloured with copic markers.  I added a faux stitch border using a different copic marker and added a foam glitter star.

Monochromatic Green

I thought this image lent itself to a monochromatic green colour scheme - and I found some green wood patterned paper to match.

I would like to enter my card into these challeneges:
Lia Stampz - Use one colour
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/08/challenge-91-use-one-color.html
Robyn's Fetish Challenge - Square Cards only
http://robynsfetishchallengeblog.blogspot.co.nz/2015/08/challenge-279-square-cards-only-8302015.html
CHNC - Patterned Paper
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2015/08/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-august.html

I have used a paper from a Christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Basecoat Christmas".  The image is from Lia Stampz and has been coloured with copic markers E00, E41, G02, G000, G17, G14, YG09, YG06, G29, G21.  I also used some green Christmassy mesh ribbon and some green tree shaped brads.  I die-cut the image with a Spellbinders die and then added some Liquid Pearls into the corners.

Flower Power

I bought a flower making tool a few weeks ago.  I had seen the video and it looked easy to use.  I think I need a bit more practice (and probably more patience waiting for the petals to dry!) but as this is my first attempt with these flowers I'm relatively happy with them.

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Handmade Flowers
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/07/challenge-90-handmade-flowers.html
Open Minded Crafting Fun - Kids want to have fun
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2015/07/challenge-41-kids-want-to-have-fun.html
Digitally Sweet - Anything Goes
http://digitallysweetchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2015/07/dsc-140-anything-goes.html

I know my daughter's idea of fun as she was growing up was spending time with our cat.  Actually, she is no different now that she is older!

I have used a patterned paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft called "Needle and Thread".  The image is from Lia Stampz and coloured with copic markers E00, Y07, YR04, YR2, YR00, Y17, R59, E08.  I used a tool called "Bloom Impressions" and some paper from a scrap paper pack to create the flowers.  I added some pearls to the centre of the largest flower and Liquid Pearls to the two smaller flowers.

Little Angel

This is such a sweet angel image.

CRAFT Challenge - Christmas but no Red or Green
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/challenge-312-21st-of-may-christmas-no.html
Lia Stampz - Embossing
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/05/challenge-88-embossing-dry-or-heat.html
CHNC Patterned Paper - May Challenge
http://craftyhazelnutspatternedpaper.blogspot.co.nz/2015/05/craftyhazelnuts-patterned-paper-may.html
CHNC - Die Cut
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/chnc-challenge-230-use-something-die.html

The wood themed paper is from a christmas paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The embossed piece is a left over piece of textured cardstock from DCWV embossed with a snowflake embossing folder.  I then matted the embossed piece on to some chocolate coloured cardstock from Rosie's Studio.  The image is from Lia Stampz and is coloured with copic markers and has Stickles - Star Dust added to the angel's wings and also the cloud.  I used a Spellbinders die to cut the image and then added Liquid Pearls to each corner.  I also added some brown pearls to the card.

Three Kitties

I've had a rough day yesterday and then when I checked my schedule of cards that needed to be uploaded I thought I had missed the deadline of two of them.  Fortunately, for me one of the deadlines had been extended so I only missed one of them!  I was also able to leave writing this post until today which gave me a bit more breathing space!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Use ribbon
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/04/challenge-87-use-ribbon.html
Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.nz/2015/04/challenge-259-always-anything-goes.html

I have used a paper from a paper pad by Rosie's Studio along with pearls from a matching set.  I added some wide ribbon from the purchase I made about a week and a half ago.  I used some gold paper for matting the image.  The image is from Lia Stampz and has been repeated three times to give a row of kitties.  I coloured with copic markers E53 and E51.

Lia

These colours remind me of my high school colours.  They work well together but i often don't use them for crafting because of the memories they evoke!  I decided to "get over it" and actually create with them!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Colour Inspiration\
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/03/challenge-86-color-scheme.html

I have used a glossy paper from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The sentiment is also from a paper pad by Kaisercraft.  The image is from Lia Stampz and is coloured with copic markers.  I die-cut using a Spellbinder Labels die.  I also used some brown mesh ribbon.

Christmas Trees

Back to Christmas Cards - again!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Colour Palette
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/challenge-82-color-scheme.html
Sentimental Sundays - Seeing Red - A little or a lot (a little in the berries)
http://sentimentalsundays.blogspot.co.nz/2015/02/challenge-245-seeing-red-little-or-lot.html
CRAFT Challenge - Traditional Chrismas Colours
http://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/challenge-298-12th-of-february.html

I have used a background paper from Kaisercraft for this card.  The image is from Lia Stampz and I have used copic markers matching the colour palette for colouring.  I matted with some cardstock from Rosie's Studio to match the bottom colour in the palette.  I also used some mesh ribbon and some pearls to match two of the other colours in the palette.

Some Bunny Loves You

I am having major issues with getting my internet re-connected after it was dis-connected in error.  I have access to internet for about half an hour or so - I'm getting some cards posted but I'm not sure that I will get to my e-mails.

I am entering my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Sketch
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/challenge-81-sketch.html

I will add some others later.

I have used a paper from a Valentines themed paper pad.  The image is from Lia Stampz and has been coloured with copic markers RV10, E53, E51, R59, R46.  I also added some Stickles to the tail.  I cut a panel of glitter cardstock from DCWV for behind the image.  I also used some ribbon that I found sitting in a box unused and a heart shaped button.

May is now complete

After this page, I only have two more months to complete - November and December!

I would like to enter my page into these challenges:
Open Minded Crafting Fun - New Year Resolutions (to finish this calendar!)
http://open-mindedcraftingfun.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/challenge-27-new-years-resolutions.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/ag-ch-16.html

I have used a stencil and Distress Ink Pads to create the background.  The images are from Lia Stampz and have been coloured with copic markers.  I added some sequins that have been lying around in my stash for quite a long time!

Happy New Year

When I saw the diagonal on the Tic Tac Toe at Lia Stampz challenge, I just knew I had to go with a New Year's theme!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Choose Your Style (Sequins + Sentiment + Vivid Colours)
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-79-choose-your-style.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-CH-13.html
Chocolate Coffee and Cards - Party Time
http://chocolatecoffeecards.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-81-party-time.html
Brown Sugar - Happy New Year
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/challenge-126-happy-new-year.html

I have used a brightly striped paper from Rosie's Studio for the background.  I hauled out one of my under-used Spellbinders dies and decided it was time to use it again!  The image is from Lia Stampz and has been coloured with some of my more vivid coloured copic markers.  The sentiment is from Cre8tive Hands and is also coloured with copic markers.  I added some faux stitching using a Distress Marker.  The shaped sequins are some that I bought a number of years ago and have rarely used.  I thought they were just right for a New Year's themed card.

Sparkly Christmas Trees

I originally printed out this image to colour up for the Black and White challenge at Lia Stampz a few weeks ago.  I then got really busy and didn't manage to get it coloured.  So, when I saw another challenge at Lia Stampz that appealed I just had to use this image and complete the card this time!

I would like to enter my card into these challenges:
Lia Stampz - Add some sparkle or metallic
http://liastampz.blogspot.co.nz/2014/11/challenge-78-add-some-sparkle-or.html
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes
http://ema-ginationstation.blogspot.co.nz/2014/12/AG-ch-11.html

I found I had a nice sparkly Christmas paper from Kaisercraft that was perfect for this card.  The image and sentiment are both from Lia Stampz.  I coloured the image with copic markers and then added a layer of Stickles over the leafy part of the trees.  I used gold metallic paper from DCWV for matting both the image and sentiment.