Saturday, 3 March 2012

Craft Your Day's Away Challenge#40 DT Card

Morning Peeps.  It is Saturday so it means another super Challenge is about to start over at
 CRAFT YOUR DAY'S AWAY .  This fortnight our theme is "Mothers Day"  being as it is only two weeks away.  This is the choice of our lovely Donna.

Our sponsor is:-

The DT team were given some great images to work with.

My 8 x 8 DT Card
I couldn't bring myself this year to actually put Mothers Day on my card as I haven't long lost both my Mum and Dad.  I have put on the sentiment :- thanks for always being in my Balcony which was a freebie from Sentimental Sundays.

The image is "Victorian Birdcage" from Meljens Designs.  The colouring medium is Promarkers and Sakura Glitter pens, although you can not see the glitter in the photograph.  I have used Antique Linen DI round the edges.  I have used "S4-319 Lattice Rectangles Die" by Spellbinders.  The dp is from the "Mariposa Stack" 8 x 8 PS-006-00056 by DCWV, it is really lovely but the glitter effect doesn't show up in the photograph and the colours are a lot deeper.  The Lace and Rose heads are from my stash.

Hope you have fun playing this Challenge and good luck.

I would like to enter this for:-
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE -  Wk144 - Spread your Wings
CRAFTS AND ME - Ch#73 - Pretty in Lace
DO YOU STACK UP - #61 - Things with Wings
PAPER CRAFTING JOURNEY - Ch#4 Anything Goes
PAPERPLAY CHALLENGES- Wk9 - Something Old, Something New( Old lace,die - New dp and digi Image)
PATTIES CREATIONS - Ch#38 - Vintage
ONE STITCH AT A TIME - Ch#102 - Use a Digi Spring/Easter
                                                                     
                                                                        Hugs


                                                 xxxxx

Thursday, 1 March 2012

Digi Doodle Shop Challenges#97 DT Card


Morning peeps.  Sorry again about the quality of the photo but I am still having to use my camera as hubby's is still poorly.   Right on to the reason I am here, get on with it I hear you shout!!!  It is Thursday so that must mean it is time for another great Challenge over at DIGI DOODLE SHOP CHALLENGES.  It is Ruth's team's turn this week and we would like you to use Pink and Green.

My A5 DT Card.

The image I have used this week is the very cute"Garden Worm".  This can be found in the 99c section of THE SHOP . There are some super images in this section but when they have gone they will not be repeated. Oops - This was a scheduled post and I did say be quick, the 99c section has been removed for awhile (Sorry) if you liked this image. The colouring medium is Promarkers.  The lace on the hat is from my stash.  The sentiment is computer generated and doesn't come on the image.  The image has been mounted using "S4-319 Lattice Rectangles" by Spellbinders.  The fence has been cut using "Lovely Fence" by Magnolia Doo Hickey's.  The dp is "Cherry Blossoms NWCE-P-CB7" by Nitwits.  The butterfly charm is from Mei-Flower.

Why not pop over to the CHALLENGE BLOG and join us in this great Challenge. The lucky winner will win a $10 gift certificate to spend in THE SHOP . We will also have 2 runners up who will get a badge to wear on their blogs. All 3 winners will also be in the running, if they wish to join us as a Guest Designer, working along side the DT for the following month. Pop over to see my team mates projects and you will be amazed.

I hope you enjoy this Challenge and good luck. Before you go though I have some things to announce.  Firstly:- We are having a DT Call - go HERE to find out the information.



Secondly:- We are running a Newsletter Contest -  go to THE SHOP for details.


Thirdly:- Check out this month's special offer HERE


I am entering this for:-
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE - Your Choice
DAISY DOODLES CREATIVE CHALLENGES - Ch#54 - Colour Your World
DELIGHTFUL CHALLENGES - Spring Colours 
ONE STITCH AT A TIME - Ch#102 - Use a Digi Spring/Easter
PAPER CRAFTING JOURNEY- Ch#4 - Anything Goes
PAPERPLAY CHALLENGES - WK9 - Something Old, Something New (Old Paper and       Charm/New Image and Fence Die)
PARTYTIME TUESDAYS - Ch#57 - Anything Goes


Hugs

Cathy
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Monday, 27 February 2012

Santa Christmas

Morning Peeps.  Second posting of the day.  The first one was scheduled.  Lol!!!  Had a blood test first thing this morning.  I was very brave but she didn't give me a lollipop. Lol!!!

8 x 8 Card

The image for my card today is from Karen's Doodles, "Santa Christmas"  The colouring medium is Promarkers, I have used "Tea Dye" DI for the edges and clock face.  The dp is "Victorian Christmas" by Dovecraft.  The clock face is a Tim Holtz Alterations die by Sizzix.  The ribbon and charm are from my stash.

I am entering this for:-
ABC CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE - "D" for Distress
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE - Your Choice
CRAFTY HAZELNUTS CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE- Use Ribbon and/or a Charm
DELIGHTFUL SKETCHES- Use Pattern Paper
DO YOU STACK UP - Ch#60 Distress
I LOVE PROMARKERS - Ch#105 Time

Thank you for looking.

Hugs
Cathy
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Karen's Doodles Challenge#99 DT Card

Morning Peeps.  It is Monday so it is time for the fortnightly Challenge over at KAREN'S DOODLES CHALLENGE BLOG. This fortnight the Challenge is "Easter/Pastel Colours"

My 6 x 6 Square DT Card

The image I have used this week is "BUNNY TULIPS" from THE SHOP .  The colouring medium is Promarkers.  The image has been cut using "S4-114 Standard Circles Large" from Spellbinders.  The dp is "Spring Feast" by Mindy Terasawa First Edition FEPAD015.  Ribbon is from Ribbon Box.  Paper flowers are from my stash.

Anyone can enter our challenges but remember only entries using Karen's Doodles images will
be eligible for the first place prize and Card of the Week.
  • 1st Place - 3 Digi stamps of your choice from Karen's Doodles and Card of the Week Blinkie, awarded to the DT choice of best entry using a Karen's Doodles image
  • 2nd Place - 2 Digi stamps of your choice from Karen's Doodles
  • 3rd Place - 1 Digi stamp of your choice from Karen's Doodles

Have a great time in playing this Challenge and just remember it is the first signs of Spring with this card.  Lol!!!

I am entering this for:-
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE - Your Choice
DELIGHTFUL SKETCHES - Use Pattern Paper
ONE STITCH AT A TIME - Use a Digi - Spring/Easter
CRAFTS AND ME - Shades of Spring
DAISY DOODLES CREATIVE CHALLENGES Ch#54 - Colour Your World
FAIRYTALE CHALLENGE Ch#35 - Spring

Hugs
Cathy
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Sunday, 19 February 2012

HM&FC#113

Morning peeps, it is very sunny here this morning but my neighbours tell me it is a very cold wind.  Very hot here in the apartments as we have night storage heaters there is nothing we can do about the heat in the apartment today.  I will have to take  my crystal ball out and decide what the weather is going to do tomorrow.  Lol!!!

My card today is using the stamp plate "Christmas-Fireplace" JSHM008 from Joanna Sheen.  I know there isn't a fireplace in sight but it is off the stamp plate with this name.  Lol!!!  The colouring medium is Promarkers and Sakura Glitter pens.  The image has been mounted using "S4-319 Lattice Rectangles" by Spellbinders.  The dp is "Christmas" backing papers - Mouse House Designs from Joanna Sheen.  The ribbon/bow and wooden snowflake are from my stash.  The charm is from Mei-Flower.

Thank you for looking. Sorry about the photograph but hubby's camera is still poorly so it is still being taken with mine.

I am entering this for:-
ABC CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE- "C" is for Charming
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE - Wk142 Anything Goes
HOUSE MOUSE -HM&FC #113- Make Wishes Come True
SHELLY'S IMAGES - Anything Goes
TOTALLY PAPERCRAFTS - Ch#104 - Ribbons&/or Bows
PAPER CRAFTING JOURNEY - Make it Cute
STAMPTACULAR SUNDAY CHALLENGE - Ch#152 - Charm Me

Hugs
Cathy
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Saturday, 18 February 2012

Craft Your Day's Away Challenge#39 DT Card

Morning peeps.  Yippee it is Saturday, time for another great Challenge to start over at CRAFT YOUR DAY'S AWAY.  This fortnight our theme is  "Paper Piecing".  This is the choice of our lovely SARAH.  Our sponsor is this fortnight is  ONE STOP CARD CRAFTS.

My cute image is from Precious Moments.  The colouring medium is Promarkers.  The image has been mounted using "LF-249 Grand Big Scalloped Circles" by Spellbinders.  The dp's are "Pure" item #823 Michelle Coleman Fancy Pants Designs.  The 8 x 8 card blank is from Cardwork Cards.  Ribbon from my local market stall.  Flowers are from SWEETPEA POLLYS CRAFT THINGS.  The sentiments are digi's from my stash, sorry I haven't taken note on my computer where I got them from. I have also used a Cuttlebug die for the corners.

Have a great time entering this Challenge and I know you are all more experienced at Paper Piecing then me.

Good Luck

I am entering this for:-
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE- Week142 - Anything Goes
CRAFTY ANN'S - Ch#59 - Bold and Bright
SHELLY'S IMAGES - Anything Goes
TOTALLY PAPERCRAFTS - Ch#104 - Ribbons &/or Bows
CRAFTY PURPLE FROG - Flower Power
PAPER CRAFTING JOURNEY - Make it cute

Hugs
Cathy
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Friday, 17 February 2012

Marjorie/Pam/Doreen's Birthdays

All three of my cards today are for elderly ladies in my block of apartments.  I don't think they would like my usual type of cards.  I have tried something new with today's cards.  They are all using the very lovely 3 Decals Textured rub-ons book by Creata Crafts Ltd.


This one is for Marjorie's Birthday.  The Violet's are February flower in the book.  I have mounted them using "S4-294 Beaded Ovals" die by Spellbinders.  The paper lace is using a Martha Stewart punch(something I should try to use more as I have loads of punches) The Happy Birthday I borrowed from a crafting friend before I moved house and she stamped it out a few times for me.

I would like to enter this for:-
ALLSORTS CHALLENGE - Free and Easy Feb Pt2


This one is for Pam's Birthday.  The Roses's are the June flower from the same book.  I have mounted this one using "S4-293 Lacey Circles" by Spellbinders.  I have used a borrowed stamp again and another Martha Stewart punch for the lace.

I would like to enter this for:-
DELICIOUS DOODLES - Ch#13 - Pink to make the Boys wink
FAB 'n' FUNKY - Ch#108 - Try something new
CRAFTY PURPLE FROG - Flower Power
CARD MAKIN MAMAS-  Ch#39 - Happy Birthday


This card is for Doreen's Birthday and the Aster is the September flower from the same book.  I have mounted it using "S4-115 Petite Scalloped Circles Large" by Spellbinders.  Again I have used a borrowed stamp for the sentiment and another one of my Martha Stewart punches for the lace.

I would like to enter this for:-
ONE STITCH AT A TIME - Ch#100 - Anything Goes

Thank you for looking.
Hugs
Cathy
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