Lil Witches Halloween card 2 - Whimsy Stamps

Greetings friends!  I posted a Halloween card a few days ago and I am now posting a second card that I made with Whimsy Stamps pre-colored Quick Card Fronts called "Lil Witches".  This second card has the same design but, this time, I used another cute image and inked the edges of the frame with purple instead of aqua.  You can use these fabulous Quick Card Fronts as they are, or you can embellish them.

As before, I used a frame die and inked the edges with distress ink.  Next, I gently inked the edges with black ink to create a spattered effect.  The frame and the sentiment are matted on glitter paper.

That's all from me for this post.  Take care, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Spellbinders "Label 13" dies
Cobweb:     Joanna Sheen "Cobweb Corner" die SD492
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (I think of the beauty of fall and Halloween)

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

https://twooldbatshalloweenchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://theoutlawzchallenges-monday.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

http://cinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/

https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/

Lil Witches Halloween card 1 - Whimsy Stamps

Greetings friends!  Halloween always evokes some special and cherished memories for me of when my kids were little and we went Trick-or-Treating.  They are adults now but that doesn't stop me from making a Halloween card for them. LOL

I decided to use an adorable pre-colored image by Whimsy Stamps called "Lil Witches" Quick Card Fronts.  There are quite a number of these fabulous quick card fronts that are available.  All you have to do is to embellish them, or just use them as they are.

I used a frame die and inked the edges with distress ink.  Then, I gently inked the sides with black ink to create a spattered effect.  I matted the frame and sentiment with black glitter paper.

That's all from me today.  Have a lovely weekend.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Frame:         Spellbinders "Labels 13" dies (how fitting!) 

Cobweb:     Joanna Sheen "Cobweb Corner" SD492 die

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  

https://twooldbatshalloweenchallenge.blogspot.com/   

https://inspirationstationchallenge.blogspot.com/  (the photo reminds me of Halloween and autumn)

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftycatzweeklychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://papercraft-challenges.blogspot.com/

http://unicornchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://tuesdaytaggers.blogspot.com/

  

Goodnight Benji Bundle by Conie Fong

Hello friends!  Hope you are well.  Today, I am sharing a sweet baby card using the darling Goodnight Benji image by Conie Fong.  This adorable little bear is one of Conie's six new releases and comes with four sentiments.  Here is my DT card:

This cutie is coloured with Copic markers.  I created the night sky by using several colours of distress inks.

Conie has a Facebook group where you can enter her monthly challenges.  If you do, you may win some truly lovely images. Plus, Conie has a fabulous giveaway where you can win 2 images of your choice by leaving a comment.  The giveaway ends February 13.  So, what are you waiting for?  LOL 

I thank you for visiting, and I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Banner:  La-La Land Crafts "Heart Banner" die (I cut an outline of the die to make the letters fit)

Letters:   QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies.  The word "Welcome" is computer generated.

Distress Inks:  Tim Holtz "Faded Jeans" and "Broken China"

Challenges Entered

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://mixitupchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pathofpositivitychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://qkrstampede.blogspot.com/

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/

http://simplycreatetoo.blogspot.com/  (I love babies and bears)

https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

Flapper Twirl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  A new challenge started yesterday on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.  

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

For my DT inspirational card, I chose the gorgeous "Flapper Twirl" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/281829604/digital-stamp-flapper-twirl-girl-art?ref=shop_home_active_129

As we all know, flappers emerged in the U.S. in the 1920's.  They were known for their unconventional behaviour and style, and were a sign of changing times.  These ladies sure had a lot of style!

This beautiful image was coloured with Copics and Polychromos.  I made the art deco frame with a free clip art image from the Internet and added pieces of the "Oriental Frame and Motifs" dies at the top.  The gray flower is handmade, as is the hat pin.

I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:        Free clip art from the Internet and Frantic Stamper "Oriental Frame and Motifs" dies

Corners:     The Paper Studio "Silver Classic Photo Corners"

Flowers:     I Am Roses (blue), EK Success "Retro" punch (gray) and Recollections (small gray)

Sentiment:  QuickKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies

Branches:   Tim Holtz "Juniper" punch

Feather, ribbon, beads and dots are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://craftyfriendschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/

Poppy Fairy by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hello friends!  Welcome to my post today.  This week's themes for the Design Team members of Ching-Chou Kuik's Facebook challenge are "Shabby Chic or Distressed or Vintage".  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
These themes evoke a design style that embraces a worn look.  Words like lace, floral, soft, romantic, eclectic, casual and feminine come to mind.  

This beautiful image is "Poppy Fairy" and can be found in Ching-Chou's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/769033714/poppy-fairy-coloring-page-printable?ref=shop_home_active_14

I coloured this lovely image with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The poppy is handmade.  A bit of lace is peeking out of the distressed patterned paper.  I also added red lace at the top of the card.  Her wings are gently covered with clear Wink of Stella.  

Thank you for visiting.  I appreciate it very much.  Have a happy week.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used

Arch:          SVG file

Foliage:      Marianne Craftables "Tiny's Swirls and Leaves" die CR1245 and

                   Marianne Creatables "Leaves Foliage" die LR0192

Poppy:        Marianne Design "Poppy" die LR0587

Sentiment:  Backed with Love Nicole die

Lace, Swarovski crystals, pearls, gems, Tim Holtz Paper Distresser and Wink of Stella (clear) are from my stash.   

Challenges Entered 

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

Forest Companion by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi everybody!  Weekends do go by too quickly, right?  I am showcasing my DT card today for Ching-Chou Kuik's monthly Facebook challenge (theme:  four legged friends).  What a wonderful theme! 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

 This gorgeous image is "Forest Companion", found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/259853593/animal-digital-stamp-set-of-4-images?ref=shop_home_active_209

She also has a blog challenge that you can enter.  If you enter either one, or both,you may win some of her beautiful images.  Why not join in the fun?

http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/

I decided to draw some trees behind this lovely image.  It's coloured it with Copics and FC Polychromos pencils.  Her wings are covered with Wink of Stella, and the flowers are handmade.  I love to make flowers.  I wish you a happy week.  xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Frame:       Martha Stewart "Flourish Lace" punch

Flowers:    Tim Holtz "Spiky Floral" punch, SVG file

Foliage:     SVG file

Branches:  Martha Stewart "Autumn Branch" punch

Pearls, flower center, corner and Wink of Stella (clear) are from my stash.

  

Hummingbirds by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi there, crafty friends!  I hope you had a happy weekend.  This week's theme for the DT members for Ching-Chou's Facebook challenge is "Shabby Chic/Distressed".  See here for details:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
If you are interested, there is also a blog challenge.
http://cck-digitalstamps-challenge.blogspot.com/

I used the lovely "Hummingbirds" image by Ching-Chou Kuik.  You can find it here in her etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/454161406/hummingbirds-digital-stamp-instant?ref=shop_home_active_141

This is the first time that I made a shabby/chic card and I really enjoyed making it.  I distressed the edges of the patterned paper at the top to achieve an old and weathered look. As always, I used a combination of Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils to colour this fabulous image.  The iris is handmade.  Have a nice week.  Until next time.  xx

Materials and Tools Used

Flourish:     Crafter's Companion "Filigree Flourish" die

Flower:       Spellbinders Die D-Lites "Create an Iris" die

Label:         Spellbinders "Venetian Accents" die

Distresser:  Tim Holtz "Tonic Paper Distresser"

Lace and pearls are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
Pink Gem Designs Challenge Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
Classic Design Team Challenge Blog
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Creative Moments Challenge Blog
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
Aud Sentiments Challenge Blog
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
  (Bingo - 3D Item, Digi or Stamp, Markers or Pencils)
Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/search/label/Challenge
A Perfect Time to Craft
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/

Scarlet Holly

Good morning to you!  It is such a beautiful and sunny day.  I had the pleasure of seeing a lovely cardinal outside my window earlier today.  We already had our first snow last Friday.  How exciting!  It's my turn to showcase my 2nd DT inspirational card which I created for Ching-Chou Kuik's November Facebook Challenge.  The theme is "Christmas".  
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

I have used the gorgeous "Scarlet Holly" image which can be found in Ching-Chou's etsy shop here:
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/499846027/scarlet-holly-instant-download-digital?ref=shop_home_active_1

As always, I have coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.   I wish you a wonderful week.  Lori P xx

Recipe

Poinsettia:  "Tattered Poinsettia" die by Tim Holtz

Leaves:      "Large Sparkling Poinsettia" stamp by Heartfelt                           

Frame:        "Raindrops on Roses" die by Heartfelt Creations

Wink of Stella (clear) on poinsettia

Ribbon, pearls and beads:  from my stash

Holly Fairy

Hi everybody!

The weather here has been so miserable.  It either rains or it's dark and dreary.  Add the loss of Daylight Savings Time to that and it seems to be dark 24/7.  I'm not sure I know what the sun looks like anymore!  On a brighter note, here is my DT card which I made for Ching-Chou Kuik's current Monthly Facebook Challenge.  

https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/

This fabulous image is "Holly Fairy" and is found here (along with 3 other beautiful images):

https://www.etsy.com/listing/258790590/christmas-digital-stamp-set-of-4-images?ref=shop_home_active_4

I have coloured her with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils.  Her wings are glittered.  The green border was made with Heartfelt Creations' "Delicate Border Basics" die.  The poinsettia was made with the "Tattered Poinsettia" die by Tim Holtz. The pretty leaves are from Heartfelt Creations' "Large Sparkling Poinsettia" stamp.  I fussy cut the leaves.  I love to make my own pinwheel bows.  If anyone is interested in learning how to make them, check out this tutorial:

https://www.hair-hardware.com/how-to-make-a-pinwheel-bow/

Ribbon, beads and berries are from my stash.  

Have a happy day!  Lori P xx