Stay Crafty with a Blog Named Hero Challenge - Shake It Up!

 

I'm joining the current challenge at Hero Arts featuring their December Kit of the Month.  I received my kit this week and couldn't wait to play!

The background stamp was inked with distress inks and spritzed with water before stamping using a Misti.  I really like how it turned out!  I used an A2 Shaker Pocket from Tonic Studio filled with Sprinkles Embellishments from Stampin' Up!

The space themed images were stamped onto water color paper then colored with Tombow markers. I finished the card with a sentiment from the set.

I would like to share my card with the following:

Stay Crafty with a Blog Named Hero Challenge - Shake It Up!

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 52 Anything Goes 

We Love to Create Mixed Media:  Challenge #12 Anything Goes

 

My Favorite Things Color Challenge #202

 

I'm joining the current color challenge at MFT featuring Birdie Brown's Space Explorer set.  The image was stamped, fussy cut and colored with Copic Markers.  The moon surface stamp is from Whimsy Stamps.  The images were layered onto MFT Blueberry cardstock and MFT Happy Trails paper stack.

I would like to share my card with the following:

My Favorite Things Color Challenge #202

Allsorts Challenge:  #708/709 Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 52 Anything Goes 

PIP #2251:  Anything Goes

 

Create A Smile December Sketch Challenge

 

I'm joining the current sketch challenge at Create A Smile.  I pulled out their adorable Crazy Chick set for my birthday card.  The chick and cake were colored with Copic Markers and fussy cut.  Designer papers are from Fancy Pants Designs Family & Co. paper pad.

I would like to share my card with the following:

Create A Smile December Sketch Challenge

Simon Says Stamp Monday:  Party Time

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday:  Party

PIP #2251:  Anything Goes

Allsorts Challenge:  #707 Anything Goes 

Word Art Wednesday Week #575 - 576 and Blog Hop Giveaways

 

It's time for another bi-weekly challenge at Word Art Wednesday.  Word Art Wednesday is also hosting their annual Blog Hop.

We have many fabulous prizes from our generous sponsors.  To be eligible to win the Stamp Simply prize, just enter your art in our gallery as usual.  The winner of this prize will be selected  by random draw from our entries.  Our sponsor this week is Stamp Simply Clear Stamps.   I hope you will take a moment to stop by the online shop and check out all of the great products.  They are offering a $25 gift certificate to their amazing store.

To be eligible to win the prizes from Tonic Studios and other goodies, simply leave a comment on each blog to be eligible for that prize.  When you've completed the blog hop, leave a comment at Word Art Wednesday saying that you've completed the hop.

Blog Hop Order:

Natalie Houston

JoAnn Atterbury

Christine Miller

Ginny Maxam

Gail Scott

Cynthia Olheiser <---- You are Here

Esther Asbury

Karen Letchworth

Word Art Wednesday

Our Secondary Sponsor is Tonic Studios.  One lucky commenter will receive the following goodies from my blog. Tonic Studios 6x6 Paper Pad, Ribbon, Nuvo Glitter & Glitter Sequin Mix, Nuvo Drops, Package of Kraft Cards/Envelopes.

 My bookmark began with a Gelli Print using acrylic paint and a stencil.  It was layered onto papers from Stampin' Up.  The floral image is from Sweet 'n Sassy.  A tassel using various fibers finish the project.

Thank you for stopping by and Good Luck!

I would like to share my project with the following:

PIP #2251:  Anything Goes

Gem of a Craft Challenge:  Week 26 Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 51 Anything Goes

We Love to Create Mixed Media Challenge:  #12 Anything Goes

Happy Holidays

 

I purchased the adorable Teamwork set from Colorado Craft Company recently.  I'm just in love with the sweet critters and whimsical style of Anita Jeram!

The image is large 3.75 x 4 and was stamped onto water color paper.  It was colored with Tombow markers and blended.  I kept the design clean and simple to focus on the sweet scene.  This will be going to a co-worker with a little Christmas gift!

I would like to share my card with the following: 

Simon Says Stamps Wednesday:  Ice Cold

Allsorts Challenge:  #707 Anything Goes 

PIP #2251:  Anything Goes

Gem of a Craft Challenge:  Week 26 Anything Goes

My Favorite Things Sketch Challenge #624

 

Happy Friday!  I hope everyone gets a little crafty time this weekend!

I'm joining the current MFT sketch with their retired Sweet Snowflakes die-namics.  I kept the design very simple by die cutting with silver glitter card stock and layering onto Stampin' Up!  Night of Navy.  The sentiment is retired from Stampin' Up!

I would like to share my card with the following:

My Favorite Things Sketch Challenge #624

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday:  Ice Cold

PIP 2250 - Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 50 Anything Goes

 

Unity Stamps Emboss Resist Let It Snow!

 

I've created a couple of snowy cards tonight. Both cards were stamped onto gloss photo paper from my stash.  I have several stacks of the photo paper that comes with printers.  Since I never print photos I decided to experiment with ink blending and stamping tonight.  

The first card was created using the emboss resist technique and stamps from Unity Stamp Company.  The second was ink blended then stamped with Versafine Black ink.  Various distress inks were used for the base.

I would like to share my card with the following:

Allsorts Challenge:  Week 706 Anything goes with Option Let It Snow

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday:  Ice Cold

PIP 2250 - Anything Goes

My Favorite Things Slimline Challenge - December Mini Slimline

 

I'm joining the current Slimline challenge at MFT which is Anything Goes with a mini slimline size.  My finished card is 3x6.  I enjoy this size and the adorable Happy Pumpkin Season set worked perfectly for this size.

The images were stamped then masked to stamp the cobble street road from On Solid Ground.  In hindsight, the brick might have been a better choice but I like the look of the cobblestones!   With the images masked, I used Memento ink to blend the sky.  I removed the mask and colored the images with Copic Markers.  A sentiment from the set finishes the scene.

I would like to share my card with the following:

My Favorite Things Slimline Challenge - December Mini Slimline

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge:  #106 Anything Goes

Gem of a Craft Challenge:  Week 25 Anything Goes

PIP Challenge:  #2249 Anything Goes

Word Art Wednesday Week #573 - #574

 

It's time for another bi-weekly challenge at Word Art Wednesday.  

You are welcome to save the word art to your computers; but you are never required to use it in order to play along in our challenges or to win.   We welcome you to share your all your art with us; remembering that Anything Goes as long as it's family-friendly and uses an encouraging or uplifting sentiment. This includes any type of altered or digital art (not just limited to cards).  You may link up to five (5) projects each week, for a total of ten (10) entries per two-week challenge.

Our sponsor for this week's challenge is The Rabbit Hole Designs.   Be sure to stop by their online shop and check out all of the wonderful products!  One lucky winner will receive a $15 gift card to shop at  The Rabbit Hole Designs.

Supplies for my card:  CTMH cardstock, Stampin Up! Cherry Cobbler cardstock, Co'ordinations gold glitter card stock, Spellbinders scalloped circle die, Beccy's Place Holly Days digital set. 

I would like to share my card with the following:

Allsorts Challenge:  Week 705 - Christmas

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge:  #106 Anything Goes

Gem of a Craft Challenge:  Week 25 Anything Goes

The Paper Funday Challenge:  #48 Anything Goes + Holiday Time 

My Favorite Things Sketch #622

 

I went with a clean and simple design with this week's MFT sketch.  My card features Fast Track Friends stamped onto X-press It card stock and layered onto Stampin' Up Pacific Point.  The image was colored with Copic Markers.

This will be going in the mail to my second cousin who is turning 2 this month!

I would like to share my card with the following:

My Favorite Things Sketch #622

Colour Crazy Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes 

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge:  Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes

 

Di's Digi Stamp Challenge - Loads of Layers

 

I'm joining the Loads of Layers challenge at Di's Digi Challenge.  My card features Di's adorable Flying High Panda digital image.  The image was colored with Prismacolor pencils and Copic Markers.  It was layered onto papers from my stash with bakers twine to finish.

I would like to share my project with the following:

Di's Digi Stamp Challenge - Loads of Layers

Colour Crazy Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes 

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge:  Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes

 

Beccy's Place December Challenge

 

Beccy's Place hosts a monthly challenge with a free digital image and an optional twist.  This month is Bingo.  It's an Anything Goes Challenge , but you must use an image from Beccy's Place to join the fun.  I hope you will stop by Beccy's Place and save this Free adorable digital image.  Beccy has provided it in both black & white and pre-colored.

I couldn't resist creating with this adorable snowman this month!  I printing the pre-colored image and layered it with Stampin' Up! Lovely Lilac card stock and Doodlebug Designs patterned paper.  I finished with a pom pom on his hat, Nuvo drops on his buttons, a glittery snow flake punch and gems from The Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby).

I would like to share my Wintry project with the following:

Beccy's Place December Challenge

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge:  Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes

Time Out Challenge:  #228 Winter/Holiday

 

Stay Crafty with A Blog Named Hero - The Great Outdoors

 

I'm joining the current Hero Arts challenge with a tropical scene featuring Waterfall Heroscape stamp set.

This was my first time using this set.  It was SO easy and I love the results.  The tropical waterfall scene reminds me of the Hawaiian islands.  Hubby and I are looking forward to a trip to Kauai soon.  This scene really makes me anxious for our trip!

I would like to share my card with the following:

Stay Crafty with A Blog Named Hero - The Great Outdoors

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge:  Anything Goes

Polkadoodles Craft Challenge:  Week 48 Anything Goes