January Challenge at MHKDesigns

It's the first of the month

and that means a new challenge at

MHKDesigns.

We're changing things up a little,

in that we will also be releasing a new stamp set

at the same time a new challenge begins each month.

This month's set is called Framed Favorites!

 If you'd like a chance to win this set for FREE, 

please leave a comment on the challenge blog post 

and any other post on the blog or

 personal design team members' blogs throughout the month! 

Here is this month's inspiration.

I created a card using

"Get Well Flowers".

I hope to see you at

MHKDesigns this month!

House of Cards January 2018 Challenge

Happy New Year!

We have another holiday season behind us

and it's time to start a brand new year.

Can you believe it?

I can't!!

Anyway, it's onwards and upwards

and for me that starts with a new challenge at

House of Cards!

This month we want to see...

Mixed Media and/or Colors

I'm learning to really like Mixed Media.

There's no right or wrong or "messing up".

And it's fun to experiment with new techniques

that I don't often use in my usual style.

I used mixed media paper for my background

and sprayed it with 3 colors of shimmer mist and water.

I blotted with a paper towel in between spraying 

to get more of the effect I was wanting.

Next I applied some texture paste over a rose stencil.

I distressed and inked the edges of my card base and

tore the edges of the background paper before adhering to the base.

I had a chipboard frame which I painted

and glued on top of the stenciling.

Paper roses were added next, along with some twine.

I added some word stickers and sequins to finish.

So, do you do mixed media?

If you've never tried you should!

I hope you'll join us at

House of Cards this month!

We always love to see what you create!

Bundle of Joy

Hey there!

I love creating "baby cards"!

So, I have one to share with you today

that I created using "Ellie Tails" from

Imagine That Digistamp.

What a sweet set this is!

Not only do you get outlines, but there are pre colored images,

digital papers and sentiments!

Be sure and check this set out along with all the others available at

Imagine That Digistamp!

They will give you endless possibilities for

 creating something fun, cute, and unique!

Cute As A Button Inspiration

Hello all!

Today I'm sharing a little inspiration

over on the

Cute As A Button Inspiration Showcase Blog!

I created a pop up box card using

Perfume Queen.

I started by coloring the image with Spectrum Noir pencils and fussy cutting.

 I chose coordinating yardstick and designer paper.

I constructed the box base out of a 10 x 7 inch piece

of solid dark pink card stock and added panels

with the DP. I attached the image with acetate

to a strip of card stock inside the box.

I cut out several die cuts using Crafter's Companion 

and Taylored Expressions dies.

These were all attached the same way as the main image

with the exception of the fan and sentiment die cuts,

which were glued directly to the center flap.

And... the project is complete!

Be sure and check out this stamp along with

 the others available at

Cute As A Button Designs.

And don't forget to join in our monthly challenge at

Cute As A ButtonChallenge Blog!

And we always love seeing your Cute As A Button creations at

Cute As A Button Facebook Group.

Until next time,

Happy Crafting!

I'm linking up to:

World Wide Open Design Team Challenge - ATG

Crafty Gals Corner 3rd Blogiversary

It's time for our Annual Blog Hop at

Crafty Gals Corner!

We have 9 fabulous sponsors who have agreed to help us celebrate 3 years!

Please follow the blog hop schedule below and if you get lost, just hop on back HERE :)

Annie

Jana

Jeanie

Judy M.

Judy V. (you are here)

Kimberly

Keri

Lena

Rae Ann

Tracy

Now, take a look at our wonderful sponsors and their very generous prizes

All Dressed Up

Prize: 2 Digital Images

Cute as a Button

Prize: 3 Digital Images

Dr. Digi

Prize: 2 Digital Images

Kitty Bee Designs

Prize: 1 digital image

Lacy Sunshine

Prize: 3 Digital Images

My Besties

Etsy/ Store

Prize: The following 3 images

The Paper Nest Dolls

Prize: $20 gift Certificate

Polkadoodles

Prize: $15 Gift Certificate

Sparkle N Sprinkle

Prize: $15 Gift Certificate

Melonheadz
Prize: 1 Bundle of your choice - no combo packs

Using ~ Dress Up Avery by Paper Nest Dolls

Using ~ Boy & Winter Banner by Melonheadz

Using ~ Feeling Spoilt by All Dressed Up

Using ~ Unicorn Carousel by Lacy Sunshine

So be sure and link up an "Anything Goes" project

for your chance to win one of the fabulous prizes!

I'm linking up to:

Paper Nest Dolls Challenge - ATG

Through the Craft Room Door - ATG

Cutie Pie Challenge - Stars and/or Snowflakes

Inspirational - Word Prompt - Gift

Happy Christmas Eve

Happy Christmas Eve!

I have a card I wanted to share this morning

which was created with Crafter's Companion products.

Jingle All the Way Stamp Set
Sheena Festive embossing folder - Snowy Cottage
Colourblend Pencils
Clear Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pen

This one was pretty quick and easy.

I simply took a 5 x 6.5 inch white card base and

ran it through the Gemini with the embossing folder.

I colored the raised parts of the embossing with the Colourblend Pencils.

I went over the white areas with a clear Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pen.

The stamped image was also colored with the Colourblend Pencils

and then fussy cut.

I popped the image on top of the card with foam tape.

The sentiment was stamped, trimmed and adhered with foam tape.

And there you go ...

quick and easy!

You can find these supplies at

www.crafterscompanion.com

Holiday Joy

Hello all!

We have a new challenge up at

Creative Craft Cottage!

Our theme this time is

"Anything Goes".

Our sponsor is

Conie Fong Art 

The Prize for the lucky winner is a $10 Gift Card for the Store

I created a card using

"Molly's Joy".

I hope you'll join us!

We love to see what you create!

I'm linking up to:
Through the Craft Room Door - ATG