Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends! Welcome to my Design Team post for the new challenge (#601) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog which begins today.  This week's theme is

SUMMER ACTIVITIES 

There are so many wonderful and fun summer activities.  Personally, I like to relax, read a good book, and have a delicious margarita, or two!  I found the perfect image for my slimline card called Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  This young lady certainly has the right idea as far as I am concerned!  

As usual, I coloured her with Copic markers and I drew a relaxing background for her.  Now she is all set.  

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  This group has some great inspiration.  For more inspiration, stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  You will see more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members.  While there, why not join our challenge?  There are some lovely images to be won.  Check out the new prize details as of June 2024:

Take good care of yourselves, and have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Flower Puffs" slimline paper pack

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Bow:           Unknown

Eloise by Digi Doodle Studios Digi Stamps

Hello, my friends!  Today, I am showcasing the darling Eloise by Digi Doodle Studios.  This cutie is is part of a new release by DDS.  Isn't she adorable?

Digi Doodle Studios has both a monthly blog challenge and a Facebook challenge.  I have been a Guest Designer for DDS since December 2020; however, I am starting this month as a full-fledged Design Team member.   So exciting!  The theme this month is 3 or More Layers.  I included four layers on my card:  the patterned paper, the layer with the embossing folder and the two frames.  

I drew a simple background for her, and coloured her with Copic markers and Polychromos pencils. 

Thank you for visiting.  It's very appreciated.  I hope to see you all soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Embossing folder:  Provo Craft Cuttlebug Embossing Folder "Tiny Bubbles"
Sentiment:              Free Pik
Corners:                  Fiskars

Challenges Entered 

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://cyhtp.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

https://thefourseasonschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

Monstera Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hey there, friends! Today, I am sharing my DT card which features the adorable "Monstera Girl" image by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps.  You can find this cute image in Vera's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/287371735/digital-stamp-tropical-monstera-leaves?ref=shop_home_active_140

I made this card for the new challenge which commences today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog.

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

The theme is always "Anything Goes".  Remember to join in the fun.  We would love to see your creations.

I coloured her with Copics and Polychromos.  The large pink rose is from Wild Orchid Crafts and the rest are from I Am Roses.

That's all from me today.  Thank you for visiting. Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:    Pretty Pink Posh "Stitched Leafy Borders" dies
Flowers:  Wild Orchid Crafts (large rose) and I Am Roses

Challenges Entered 

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://crafterscastle.blogspot.com/

http://thecraftingchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftinghappinesschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://corrosivechallengesbyjanet.blogspot.com/

http://craftysentiments.blogspot.com/

http://cuteasabuttonchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://jansdigistampschallenges.blogspot.com/2021/04/april-challenge.html

http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://www.welovechocolatebaroque.uk/

Glady's Flowers by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

 Good morning/afternoon and welcome to my post today.  There is a new challenge beginning today on the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog:

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

The challenges are always Anything Goes.  Here is my DT card featuring "Glady's Flowers", found here in Vera's etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/488273036/digital-stamp-gladys-basket-flowers-girl?ref=shop_home_active_107

I decided to draw a summer background for her.  I used Copics and Polychromos to colour this sweet image. 

Vera has some truly darling and very versatile images in her etsy shop.  Check it out here: 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonshortbread

I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Border:         Spellbinders "Top Floral Panel" die S4-915

Sentiment:    Computer generated; raised with 3-D foam, and backed with QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die
Flowers:        EK Success "Retro" punch (large blue flower)
                      EK Success "Gardenia" punch (small blue flower)  
                      I Am Roses (pink and white flowers)

Swarovski crystals are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/
https://dianamlarson.blogspot.com/2021/01/dlart-january-2021-linky-challenge-10.html
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/
http://sirstampalotchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://happylittlestampers.blogspot.com/

Swing Girl by Lemon Shortbread Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  Today starts a new challenge over at the Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog where the theme is always "Anything Goes".  
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
I chose the adorable "Swing Girl", found here in Vera's etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/516045615/digital-stamp-swing-girl-digi-spring?ref=shop_home_active_93

When my boys were little, they loved going to the park and headed to the swings in no time.  Such wonderful memories!

This darling image is coloured with Copic markers.  I cut pieces of a tree die to create the branch. Well, that's all for today.  I thank you for visiting, and I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used  

Branch:      Spellbinders "Four Seasons Tree" die

Grass:        Cheery Lynn "Grass Border" die

Flowers:     Wild Orchid Crafts

Butterflies: Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die, Martha Stewart "Classic Butterfly" punch

Ribbon and button are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

http://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/
http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

Gardening for the Day by Lemon Shortbread Stamps

Hi!  It's time for Lemon Shortbread's brand new blog challenge.  I chose this wonderful image ("Gardening for the Day") because it reminds me of the days when I used to do some gardening. You can find this lovely image in Vera's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/777653299/digital-stamp-gardening-lady-plants-digi?ref=shop_home_active_5 

I had so much fun colouring this sweet image.  As always, I used Copic markers and Polychromos pencils.  The gorgeous flowers are from I Am Roses.  Check out the beautiful cards made by the Design Team:

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

Thank you for taking the time to visit.  I wish you a happy day.  Hugs Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Foliage:  Marianne Creatables "Forest Branch" die

Fence:     Impression Obsession "Fence" die

Flowers:  I Am Roses

Challenges Entered

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/
https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/
https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
https://avenue613.blogspot.com/
https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/
https://colourcrazychallenge.blogspot.com/
http://createfulheartcards.blogspot.com/
http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/
https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/
https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/
http://pammiesinkypinkieschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/
http://colouringinscrapland.blogspot.com/
https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/
https://polkadoodle.blogspot.com/
http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/
https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/
http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/ - my favourite technique is adding 3-D flowers (whether                                                                            handmade or bought) to all my cards.

Bouquet for You Fairy by Lemon Shortbread

Hello friends!  Today marks the beginning of a new challenge on the Lemon Shortbread Blog.  
http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/
I am showcasing the darling "Bouquet for You Fairy", found in Vera's etsy shop here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/247256828/digital-stamp-bouquet-for-you-fairy-digi?ref=shop_home_active_211&pro=1

She is so cute!  Wink of Stella (clear) was applied to her wings.  The fence behind her was drawn by me.  I wanted to re-create a bouquet so I made a cone for my handmade flowers.  As always, I used Copics and Polychromos to colour the image.

Thank you for visiting.  It's very appreciated.  I wish you a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Flowers:    EK Success "Retro" punch (medium)

Butterfly:  Marianne Creatables "Butterflies" die LR0158

Foliage:     Memory Box "Snowberry Sprigs" dies

Sentiment: Computer generated

Ribbon, gems and Wink of Stella are from my stash.

Challenges Entered 

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.com/

https://artydivaschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://coloritcreateitshowitoff.blogspot.com/2020/05/may-challenge.html

http://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

http://dreamvalleychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://ttcrd.blogspot.com/

http://throughthepurplehazechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Lotus Delight by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps.  I made this card for a very special lady (my sons' grandmother).  I went through a devastating event a year ago and this amazing lady has given me so much support, comfort, and love during my darkest moments.  Words cannot express how grateful I am to have her in my life.  So, without further ado, here is my card:

I used the gorgeous "Lotus Delight" image by Ching-Chou Kuik, found here (along with 2 other beautiful images):

https://www.etsy.com/listing/288649921/mother-and-daughter-mermaid-digital?ref=shop_home_active_75

This week, the Design Team members were challenged to use some type of embossing.  This card is for Ching-Chou's monthly Facebook challenge.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/chingchoukuikdigitalstamps/
If you enter, there are some lovely images to be won both in her Facebook challenge and her blog challenge.
  I used my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos pencils) to colour the image .  The flowers are handmade.  Have a lovely week.  xx 

Materials and Tools Used 

Embossing Folder:  Darice "Sea Shell Border"

Flowers:                  SVG file

Coral:                      Marianne Creatables "Coral Seaweed" die LR1406

Seashells, pearls and seahorse are from my stash.

Challenges Entered

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog
https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Crafting from the Heart Challenge Blog
https://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.com/
Artistic Inspirations Challenges Blog
https://artisticinspirationschallenges.blogspot.com/
Classic Design Team Challenges Blog
https://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Pink Gem Designs Challenges Blog
https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

Summer Garden by Ching-Chou Kuik

Hi peeps!  How are you today?  I woke up to a winter wonderland.  Everything is covered by a soft blanket of snow.  I love how beautiful the trees look with every single branch covered with snow.  So lovely, tranquil and magical.

Ching Chou Kuik has a monthly Facebook challenge.  The theme this week is "Easter".  Why not check it out and join in the fun?  You may win some very pretty images.

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

I love winter but I will confess that I am looking forward to spring.  With that in mind, I chose the beautiful "Summer Garden" image, found here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/566016350/summergarden-digital-stamp-printable?ref=shop_home_active_60

Here is my Design Team inspirational card:

Copic markers and Prismacolor pencils were used to colour this gorgeous image.  The daisies are handmade because, well, I love to make flowers!   I wish you a happy week.  Lori P xx  

Materials and Tools Used

Frame:    Sizzix Framelets "Rectangles, Dotted" dies

Stems:    Memory Box "Chloe Stem" die 98321

Daisies:  SVG file

Title:       QuicKutz "Phoebe" alphabet dies

Stash:     Ribbon and flower centers

Challenges Entered

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

SheepSki Designs Challenge Blog

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

Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog

http://lemonshortbreadchallenge.blogspot.com/

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog

http://thepapernestdollschallenge.blogspot.com/

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog

https://thepapershelter.blogspot.com/

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge Blog

https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Artistic Inspirations Challenge Blog

https://artisticinspirationschallenges.blogspot.com/2019/03/challenge-213.html

Spring Night

Hello!

Welcome to my DT inspirational post for Ching-Chou Kuik's new Facebook Challenge.  The theme is "Summertime/Seaside" and I though this gorgeous image captured it perfectly.  This is "Spring Night" and you can find it, along with 3 other images, in Ching-Chou's etsy shop here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/495482036/digital-stamp-spring-mermaid-fairy-set?ref=shop_home_active_76

A close-up:

I used a free clip art seashell image as my base, printed it out onto 2-sided patterned card stock and cut it out by hand.  Next, I folded another piece of the 2-sided card stock in half, placed it over the back of the first piece of card stock (leaving 3/4 inch at the top) and cut that out.  I then glued the two pieces together.  Voila!  

 I've coloured her with Copic markers and FB Polychromos pencils.  The flowers are made with Martha Stewart's small and medium hydrangea punches.  The net die is Marianne Craftables (LR1409) die.  Seashells, starfish, Swarovski crystals and pearl spray are from my stash.

Have a lovely day!  Lori P xx