MMSC88 - Raining Hearts

Morning All,  Here's my take on today's Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge (MMSC88).  I used the fun "priscillastyles" Raining Hearts image to make this funky Valentine.  My image was colored with Copic Markers and highlighted with glitter.  Although it doesn't show in the photo, my card sparkles nicely IRL.  Thanks for another great sketch, Priscilla!

And many thanks to you for stopping by.  Have a fun day!

Here is a list of the challenges I incorporated into my design:
Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge (MMSC88) --  Sketch
Meljen's Design's Challenge #42  --  Use pink and red
Totally Papercrafts Challenge #50 -- Add a Heart
Wee Memories Challenge #40 -- Anything Goes
Pixie Dust Studio Challenge #58  -- "Button Up" -- Use a Button(s)

DPBC6 -- Nutty for You

Good Morning.  Today is release day at the Doodle Pantry Store.  Laurie has just added some fabulous, new whimsical and realistic images to the Store.  You are going to love them!  

In addition, today starts a new Doodle Pantry Challenge (DPBC6) on the Doodle Pantry Blog.  The theme for DPBC6  is Love.  To participate, just create a new card or project following the Love Theme.  (It can be anything that denotes love, such as wedding, anniversary, Valentine, etc.)   Also, you must use a digital image.  It does not have to be a Doodle Pantry image, but we would love to see them if you have them!  If you want, check out the Doodle Pantry Freebie Page.  As always, Laurie has some fabulous prizes up by grabs.  Just click HERE to go directly to the challenge to get the details and to link your card.

Here's my take on today's Doodle Pantry Challenge #6 (DPBC6):

To create my card, I used one of Laurie's new sets called Nutty for You.  Isn't it the cutest!  I printed my image twice and reversed one of the squirrels.  I colored my images with Copic Markers and dressed up my squirrels with an 'acorn' heart and some Flower Soft.  Now check out the designer series paper... it's digital and is one of three styles included with this set.  And if that is not enough, Laurie has also included both uncolored and pre-colored images.  Now how cool is that!  This was such a fun set to play with!!

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  Sure hope you join us!  

"priscillastyles" - Heart Wreath

Hi everyone!  I LOVE my new Valentine image from the "priscillastyles" Store.  It is called Heart Wreath and perfect for making a vintage-style Valentine for my hubby.  My starting point was the fabulous Midnight Madness Sketch (MMSC86).  I combined my new image with some of my favorite things as well as items that I have been hoarding in my stash.  This was one of those cards that went together like a dream once I played mix and match and gathered the elements I thought worked best together.  Don't you love when that happens?

My card combines the following challenges:

Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge (MMSC86) -- Sketch

Stamp Something January Digi Day Challenge -- Use a digi

If the shoe fits... Fashionista Friday #61 -- Ribbon and Bows

Stampin' B's Design Team Challenge #92 -- use an old favorite and something brand spanking new (Buttons have always been my favorite embellishment.  My Heart Wreath image is brand spankin' new.)

One Crazy Stamper January Challenge -- Theme is Love.

Thanks so much for stopping by to visit.  Enjoy your day!

Help for Katie

 

Hello Stampers!  Today the stamping community is asking for your help for one of our own -- Katie Rentz.  As you may know, Katie has been diagnosed with stage 4 Stomach Cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy, her only treatment option.  Jak Health, one of Katie's crafting friends, has organized a special digi benefit to help raise money for Katie's treatment.

Above is a card I made using one of  many digital sets that has been donated to this cause.  For a donation of  £15 (appoximately $23 USD), you will receive all of the sets in this collection.  If you are interested in participating,  just click HERE to go to Jak Heath's blog for all the necessary information.  I hope you will support this very worthy effort.  

Supplies:  Digital Images-- Bunny Friends by Doodle Pantry only available through Jak Heath , Doodle Pantry - Stuffed Toys ; Paper - PTI select white, SU! soft suede, Doodle Pantry kraft check digi paper from the Juicy Strawberries set;  Ink - computer, Copic Markers, pastels; Accessories - SU! dazzling diamonds, and 1/2" circle punch; Spellbinder dies; MS embossed border; and buttons from my stash.

Birdie Critter Top

Happy Weekend, everyone!  Today the Doodle Pantry is sponsoring the CES challenge #18 -- the theme is "all creatures great and small".  Now how could I resist playing along  since my new DP birdie image could not be more perfect for the theme.  I actually combined two Doodle Pantry sets.  The birdie is one of Laurie's new pre-colored Critter Tops, and the sentiment is from the Caterpillar Hug set.  

I am also going to be entering this card is the following fun challenges:

Sentimental Sundays Challenge #36 -- Celebrate Friendship

Paper Playtime Challenge #32 -- Use faces on your project

Paper Sundaes Challenge #50 -- Something New  (I used two new things -- my image and crinkled ribbon.)

Cute Card Thursday Challenge #146 -- Out with the old ( Finally used up some retired SU! DSP that I have had for ages.)

HSS Winter Blues Color Splash Challenge #49 -- Celebrate the color blue.

So glad you were able to stop by today.  Thanks so much for your support!

DPBC5 -- Valentine Fun

Happy January and a New Year!  It's the fifth of the month and time for a new Doodle Pantry release as well as a new challenge on the Doodle Pantry Blog (DPBC5).   Laurie has released some wonderful new sets to help jump start your Valentine projects.  To see them, just click here to go to the Doodle Pantry Store; and while you are there check out the freebie page if you would like to give Laurie's images a try before you buy!

I have 3 samples to share with you today!. The first is a card using the sweet new set called 'Sheep Squeeze'.

Next up are two treat holders that I made with  2 of the images  in the fabulous new set called 'Critter Tops-Color'.  The possibilities with these images are endless.  I also used one of the sentiments from the new 'Love Sentiments' set which can be yours for  "free with a purchase".

 

Sure hope you join us for the DPBC5.   All participants will receive  the new Love Birdies set just for playing!  To be eligible,  just create a card or project using a Doodle Pantry image .  (This image is also available for purchase in the DP Store, if you are unable to play with us.)  

In addition, one randomly selected participant will be selected to win a $10 DP Store coupon and three entries will be chosen as the Top 3.  I also want to mention that Laurie has added a new feature to her Store... It's a Digi Grab Category.... Items will change monthly and will be price reduced approximately 1/2 off.    

Click HERE for all the challenge details and to see some great samples by the design team.  Have a wonderful day and thanks so much for stopping by.

  

It's Time to Party!

 Hello everyone!  I couldn't resist using this fun, new image from the "priscillastyles" Store to wish everyone a Very Happy New Year.

Are you ready to party?  Then head on over to the end of the year party that Priscilla is hosting on her "priscillastyles" group on CDAC tonight.  The fun begins at 8 PM EST.  Sure hope you can join us for some great prizes, games and freebies.  

I would also like to congratulate and welcome the new members to the "ps" DT.  I can't wait to work with this talented group of women. Thanks so much for stopping by.  Wishing everyone  a very Happy and Healthy New Year!  

Happy Holidays

Hi All!  I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and are enjoying the holidays.  I finally treated myself  to some 'me' time today and hope to catch up with my  blogging buddies over the next few days.  This was the first Christmas that I can remember that I was frantic with last minute cleaning, shopping and cooking until the very last minute before our company arrived; and I hope it never happens again!  My New Year's resolution is definitely going to be "better organization",  and I am also resolving to make Christmas cards throughout the year!  I may feature some type of Christmas post each month as a way to fulfill this resolution.

No, I did not start a new stash of cards for next Christmas.... just sharing a card I made my husband.  It's one of my favorites, probably because I used felt (something I hadn't incorporated on a card in a very long time).  I love the feel of this MFT felt and it cuts like butter.  Also it reminds me of a Christmas stocking I had as a kid... 

The vintage image is one I found on the Cleariy Vintage blog, and I am happy to report that my husband really liked it.  My very best wishes for a very  enjoyable holiday week and a very Heathy, Happy New Year!  Stay warm and drive carefully in all the snow!

Katlyn's First Christmas

Hi all!  Just got this new photo of little Katlyn.  She' s three months old already and is growing like a weed!  Looks like she's all ready for Christmas.  How about you?

Winter Song Birdies

Happy Sunday everyone!  Here's my take on today's Corrosive Challenge #94 -- SketchyTime!  This sketch was perfect for my Doodle Pantry circular sentiment from the Winter Song Birdies Set .  I combined it with the image called Winter Song Birdies -- Color Doves.  While I was at it, I decorated the inside of my card with a sentiment from the Holiday Ants Set.  Below is a photograph:

Talk about quick and easy...  It took me longer to take the photographs.  If you are like me and under the gun trying to madly finish your cards, I highly recommend giving pre-colored images a try.  Hope you have a great week and thanks so much for stopping by.

Christmas Carols

Hi everyone, sorry I've been MIA this week.  I went through my stash of Christmas cards earlier this week, and just about had a panic attack when I discovered I was about twenty cards short.  I did get about 10 cards made over the last couple of days between Christmas shopping, chores and such; and hope to get the rest finished over the weekend.  Although I vowed to make more postage-friendly cards this year, this one had a mind of its own...

 I used a Tim Holtz stamp, added lots of layers and embossing, and finished it with a fun flower I created with punches and dies.   Wonder how much postage this one will take?  

I will be entering this in the Creative Card Crew Challenge -- Anything Goes

Have a great weekend and thanks for taking the time to stop by!

Supplies: Stamp - Tim Holtz Component Collection; Paper - Deja' Views DSP, MM Noel card pad, Jingle Bells Music-Flair Designs, SU! naturals ivory and sage shadow; Ink - Versafine smokey gray; Accessories - Marvy flower punch, Sizzix branch with leaves die, SU! embossing folder, sanding block, deckle scissors, fancy brad and dimensionals from my stash.

DPBC3 --Dianthus

Good Morning!  It's the fifth of the month and time for a new Doodle Pantry release as well as a new challenge on the Doodle Pantry Blog (DPBC3).   Laurie has released 6 new sets today which you won't want to miss.  To see them, just click here to go to the Doodle Pantry Store.

My sample showcases the lovely dianthus image from the new Holy Land Flowers 2 set.  My design uses an easy Z Fold; and I added a second blossom which I curled and popped up with dimensionals.

Sure hope you join us for the DPBC3.  To be eligible for some great prizes, just create a card or project using a Doodle Pantry image... Click HERE for all the challenge details and to see some great samples by the design team.  

I will also be entering this card in the Sentimental Sundays Challenge #32 -- Happy Anniversary.

Have a wonderful day and thanks so much for stopping by.

  

Supplies:  Stamps - Holy Land Flowers 2 by Doodle Pantry, sentiment - computer generated; Paper - Neenah solar white, PTI white, SU! pretty in pink and regal rose; Ink - computer, Copics for coloring; Accessories - Spellbinder dies, Cuttlebug corner die, SU! embossing folder,  pearls from my stash and dimensionals.

Merry Christmas to You

Hi there!   Last week, Laurie, illustrator and owner of the Doodle Pantry, released some wonderful colored sets of  Winter Song Birdies.  Talk about Laurie coming to the rescue.... I needed  to make a card for my teenage nephew, and the pre-colored  "Merry Christmas to you" sentiment ( which is included with all the sets) was perfect!  

This card was a snap to put together, and would be very easy to mass produce.  I kept things very simple and just used papers  from my scrap bin, some dies and 3 'Cloud 9' epoxy dots.  I just need to finish the inside pocket to hold a gift card, and I'm done.

I will be entering this card in the following challenges;

Sew Many Challenges #43 -- Red and Green 

Paper Cutz Challenge #69 -- Anything Goes

Stampin' B's Design Team Challenge #86 -- Make a Holiday Card

Freshly Brewed Challenges (FBC24) -- Winter/Christmas Theme

Top Tip Tuesday Tip #12 -- Anything Goes

Enjoy the rest of the week and thanks so much for stopping by!

Santa

I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving .  I am finally back in the groove and was able to find some time to craft.  It's a good thing as I have lots of Christmas cards to finish.  

My card today uses a vintage Santa image from  Digital Two for Tuesday.  If you are a lover of vintage, I highly recommend checking out this wonderful resource.  Thanks Cora!  

Well, I don't know about you, but I have had enough turkey and football until next year.  Off to make something beef for dinner!  Have a great evening.

Supplies:  Stamps - Vintage Santa from Digital Two for Tuesday; Paper - SU! DSP, baja breeze, red from my stash, Prism simply smooth white cardstock, generic white base; ink - computer; Accessories - Spellbinder dies, MFT doily die, MS snowflake punch, pearls from my stash, holy leaves are from a Jolee's Christmas border I purchased at Mikes.

MMSC81 -- Tree Lane

Happy Tuesday, everyone.  Here's my card for the Midnight  Madness Sketch Challenge #81.  For my card today, I wanted to change things up a bit, so I went with a cozy, country Christmas look. I think this look works well with the tree image I used...  It's  from the Christmas Tree Set available from the "priscillastyles Store".  To go with the look, I incorporated some paper piecing into my design.  It's always fun to try something different, and I like how it turned out.  Hope you do too!

I will be entering my card in the following challenges:

Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge (MMSC81) -- Sketch

Crazy for Challenges C4C64 -- Add circles to your card or project

Craft Your Days Away (CYDA) Challenge #8 -- Christmas Trees

Our Daily Bread (ODBDSLC38) -- Create any holiday card

Digi Doodle Shop's Best Challenge #34 -- Anything Goes

CCEE Stampers (CCEE1046) -- Use buttons on your card or project

Thanks so much for stopping by.  I hope everyone has a very Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving!  Don't know about you, but I have to get a move on... lots of cleaning, errands and such to get ready for the holiday.

Supplies:  Christmas Tree Set - "priscillastyles" Store; Paper - PTI select white, generic ivory, DCWV DSP, textured red from my scrap bin, SU! crumb cake; Ink - computer, Distress Ink - antique linen; Accessories - Cuttlebug embosing folder, MS large snowflake punch,  MS ric rac border, woven hemp - JoAnn's,  button from my stash, thread SU!, dimensionals.

Big Hug Bunny with Santa Accessories

Happy Saturday!   It's time for another Doodle Pantry Blog Challenge... You can find all the details regarding the challenge on the new Doodle Pantry Blog.  Also, Laurie Wilson, illustrator and owner of the Doodle Pantry, has just released six new sets.  My favorite is Santa Accessories, and it's a "must have" for all Doodle Pantry fans.  My card showcases the 'freebie' DP image, Big Hug Bunny.  I was able to convert the bunny into a Christmas image with the help of the new Santa Accessories Set.  Talk about easy peasy to use!  Thank you Laurie... you are a genius!

Below is a picture of all the images included in the Santa Accessories set as well as the instruction sheet showing which hat works with which group of DP images.

  

And just in case you are interested, below is a peek at the Big Hug Bunny before the Christmas transformation.  (Click here to go to the Doodle Pantry freebies page if you wish to download this image.) 

Don't forget to check out the Store while you are there... Now's the time to do some shopping as Laurie is having a Black Friday sale staring today, November 20, through Saturday, November 27 -- everything is 30 off --  Just enter code: DPBLACKFRIDAY2010.  Have a great weekend and thanks for taking the time to visit!

MMSC80 -- Christmas Bird

Hi everyone!  Here's my take on this week's Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #80 (MMSC80).  I love this week's sketch; it was so easy to work with and came together just like I envisioned... don't you just love when that happens!  My image is one of my favorites from the "priscllastyles" Store; it's called Christmas Bird.  I added touches of glitter to the snow on the branches and used Spica pens to color the berries and bells.  The ribbon was highlighted with a Sakura clear star pen.  IRL, my card sparkles nicely.  Wish my photo picked up the glitter and shine.

I will be  entering this card in the following challenges:

Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #80 (MMSC80) -- Sketch

Crazy4Challenges C4C63 -- Create a Christmas card or item.

Gingerloft Challenge 6 - Theme is the great outdoors... animals, trees, snowman... anything outdoor goes.

The Crafty Pad Challenge 97 -- Christmas Sparkle

Have a super day and thanks so much for stopping by!

Supplies: Stamp - Christmas Bird by "priscillastyles" Store; Paper - PTI select white, SU! bashful blue, shimmery silver by Recollections, DSP - Paper Salon, generic white base; Ink - computer, Copic markers, Spica pens, gel pens, clear stardust pen and Prismacolor pencils w/gamsol; Accessories - Spellbinder die, Cuttlebug EF, MM metal sentiment, buttons from my stash, dazzling diamonds.

Sheep Dreams

Hi All!  I just couldn't wait to share a card I made with the Sheep Dreams set from the Doodle Pantry.  I just love this sweet image... don't you think it would make a sweet baby card, or used for Easter or other occasions?  This digital set could be yours for free just for participating in the Doodle Pantry Digital Challenge #1 (DPDC1).  There's still time to play the challenge as it doesn't end until midnight, November 13.  Hope you join in the fun!

Enjoy the rest of your evening and thanks for visiting!

Supplies:  Stamps --  Sheep Dreams by Doodle Pantry; Paper -- PTI white, SU! crumb cake & bashful blue; Ink - computer, Copic markers for coloring; Accessories -- Fun flock, Spellbinder die, PTI cloud die, SU! bashful blue ribbon, K&Co. flower, Recollections pearls, Jolee's grass border and dimensionals.

MMSC79 Christmas Ornaments

Good Morning!  Sorry I've been MIA... dead computer which I had to replace and then had to wait for a data transfer.  Now I am playing catch up... installing everything, learning a new system, new software, and trying to get the hang of the new touch pad. But even with all the hassles, I am thrilled to be back online!

Glad I'm finally up and running, because today is release day at the "priscillastyles" Store, and I get to share a card I made with one of Priscilla's new images called Christmas Ornaments. I used Copic Markers and Spica Pens to color my images, and also added some highlights with a clear star pen -- what fun!

  

My card qualifies for the following challenges :

Midnight Madness Sketch Challegen (MMSC79) -- sketch

2010 Christmas Card Challenge #149 -- Inspiration Picture -- I was inspired by the Christmas tree with ornaments.  

I Did It Creations Challenge #28 -- Holiday Color Mix Up -- I created a Christmas card using colors usually associated with Easter.

The Crazy Challenge (CCH#40) -- Things with Wings -- I included a bird ornament on my card.

Lexi Creations Challenge 26 -- Anything Goes

Thank you so much for stopping by.  Hopefully by your next visit I will have mastered everything, and know what I'm doing!  

Dood Pantry Release

Good Morning!  Today is release day at the Doodle Pantry, and I am excited to share 2 new sets with you.  My first card showcases the new set called Ibis Bird.  I just love this beautiful image, and think the creative possibilities with this versatile image are endless.

 

Next up is the whimical, pre-colored set called Christmas Birdie.  Isn't this the cutest, and it's so much fun to work with!  There are also some great sentiments included with this set.

To see the release in its entirety, head on over to the Doodle Pantry Store. 

And mark your calendars for tomorrow, November 6... It's the day that Laurie will be hosting her very first Doodle Pantry Digital Challenge (DPDC).  Great prizes, too.  All new challenge details can be found on the new Doodle Pantry blog!  

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Sure hope you join us tomorrow for the challenge!!

Supplies used for Ibis Bird Card:  Stamps - Ibis Bird by Doodle Pantry; Paper - PTI select white, K&Co. DSP; Ink - Copic Markers for coloring, SU! sage shadow and Tim Holtz distress ink in antique linen for sponging; Accessories - clear embossing powder, decorative edge trimmer, Spellbinder dies, SU! corduroy button and flower from my stash.

Supllies used for Christmas Birdie:  Stamps - Christmas Birdie Colored by Doodle Pantry; Paper - PTI select white, SU! very vanilla, GP white, SU! garden green, DCWV DSP; Ink - Tim Holtz distress ink in antique linen for sponging; Accessories - Spellbinder dies, SU! scallop circle punches, MS bow punch, CTMH liquid glass, flower soft, dazzling diamonds, Stampendous stickers, small pom pom.