Recipe

It's time for new challenge over at The Outlawz Twisted Thursday and our optional twist is Recipe: 1 ribbon, 2 Papers, 3 gems or pearls! 

I started with Fairy Wishes Sky and Scarlett from Morgan's Art World for my focal image.  This image reminds me of me and my sister!  

Off to the following Challenges/Pages:  

Crafty Calendar:  1 Ribbon and 2 or more Designer Papers
Morgan's ArtWorld:  AG
Daisy Chain:  Make it Feminine

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 The Outlawz Twisted Thursday for all the details about the challenge and to check out all fun inspiration from the DT and participants!

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Comic Strip Animals

The Digi Choosday Team has a challenge to make projects using 2 images together and for Family/Friends.  Of course, it's always Anything Goes for all of your entries; so come join us for a chance to win some Polkadoodles digis!  

Being the overachiever I am, hahahaha, I decided to combine 4 different images with a sentiment from Polkadoodles Too Cute.  My goal was to put it into a comic strip setting with the animals sort of 'escaping' the setting!  (I saw this idea on Sandy Allnock's blog and was enamored with the idea.  She has a template there, but I decided to create my own to fit the animals.)  This was so fun, I can't wait to try this again with some different images!  

The animals were all colored with Copic markers.  Once the coloring was done, I masked them out and the backgrounds were done by sponging inks over the different squares.

Now, I'll admit, those silly monkeys really seem to be taunting that poor little elephant!  I guess, he really needs to hang in there with friends like them!  
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Images:  Polkadoodles Too Cute 

Hang in There Little Monkey + Sentiment
Bananas About Ya

Feel Better Soon Elephant

A Little Birdie Told Me

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Hey, have you ever wanted to be a Guest Designer with us over at Polkadoodles?  Check out the Digi Choosday page for the details!  

Be sure to head over to Digi Choosday and check out the amazing projects from our team!  Then come share what you are crafting; we'd love to see it!  Remember, when you visit the Digi Choosday Site to pick up your discount code to Polkadoodles; it's good all day today....Tuesday!  It's a great way to pick up those digi's you've had your eye on!  While you're there, you might want to sign up for the Newsletter so you never miss out on special events!

These guys are off to the following challenges:  

Crafty Catz:  AG opt twist:  All Creatures Great and Small
Crafty Animals:  AG with animals
Creative Cottage: No Pattern Papers
Dragonfly Dreams:  Include an animal
Creative Fingers:  AG papercraft
The Outlawz Festive Friday:  AG

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Girl with Balloon

Today, I'm excited to be a guest designer over at  TTCRD!  I admit, I play there every week; so, I'm very happy to share some inspiration alongside this talented team!

I have the opportunity to design using Girl with Balloon from Stamp On It!  Stamp On It has a HUGE variety of stamps and it wasn't easy choosing!  I saw this little cutie and it made me think of the late Victorian Era meets American Folk Art!  Her determined face just grabbed my heart immediately!  

I started in Cricut Design Space and printed her onto a tag cut from Polkadoodles Winnie in Wonderland which has a vintage feel.  I also added 5 more balloons from Winnie Special Moments.  Finally, I chose a birthday sentiment and typed it in American Typewriter font.   I chose to Copic color her in YR: 18, 15, 12 with a highlight of YR21.  The brown balloons are in my favorite Earth tones of E: 35, 33, and 31.  

I layered the colored cut on top of two more tag cuts from Belle Papillon embellishing the largest with a Wide Eyelet from We R Memory Keepers and some baker's twine from my stash.  The card is finished off with some flower petals, lace, and a bow from stash.  

This little birthday sweetie is off to the following challenges:  

Aud Sentiments:  Birthday Sentiment
Craft-Dee BowZ:  AG w/a handmade bow
Scrap from your Heart:  Use Dies (Tags are all die cuts)
Sweet Stampers:  Birthday
Splashy Mix:  Orange color/ flowers from MoodBoard; Mixed media includes:  lace, metal, twine, copic, ink, wood in flower, paper, etc

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Butterflies bugs

The new theme for the Cut It Up challenge is Butterflies or Bugs!  Create any type of project, but don't forget your die cuts!!    

This amazing earthy image is a cut from Dreaming Tree called Dragonfly Sculpture.  I decided to use it in my faith journal instead of a sculpture.  I really enjoy looking for all the possible uses for every cut; it really adds to the versatility!  

I cut the different layers and inked them.  The wings were covered with Deco Foil to give them that iridescent shine.  I adhered the image into my book after spongeing ink over the page.  I added my verse and a little dragonfly silhouette left over from the cut.  

This is off to the following challenges/pages:  
2 Crafty Critter Crazies:  AG with a critter
TTCRD:  AG
Crafter's Castle:  Spring and or distressed
All Sorts:  Blossoms, Butterflies, and/or Bugs

When you visit the Cut It Up blog, have fun viewing the DT projects and check out the rules and prize info.  Then be sure to share your project with us ~ don't forget the die cut to have a chance to win a prize from our amazing sponsors. 

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Happiness is a BIG Cocoa and a Silly Pic!

Happiness is a BIG Cocoa and a Silly Pic!  

So, who remembers those wonderful books from the '70's, "Happiness is..."?  I loved those especially if they involved the Peanuts characters.  When I saw this little chick with that huge cup of goodness and quote, it really took me back!  

Happiness is the new optional theme over at Path of Positivity!  Now, happiness can mean so many different things to people; what makes you happy?  Obviously, for many little girls, being silly is the greatest form of happiness!  What better way to show this than that fun digi, Mini Bird Take Out Coffee, from Limited Runs.

This is a page for my little grand-girl's inspiration book.  I'm taking ideas, words, and quotes and adding her pictures for a special book for her.  I started with this fun pic and altered it in PhotoScape.  I made it Bl/wh and then added a frame.  I printed and cut it out with decor edge scissors.  Using a little paint brush, I used CTMH ink to color parts of the photo.

This was a great way to use the photo I wanted, but change the colors to go with my layout!

The coffee cup cut is from CTMH Artistry with the sleeve cut from a tag from Polkadoodles as well as the heart.  The little bird is colored with Copic Markers and the cup is decorated with Liquid Pearls and Recollections Chunky Glitter pieces in Copper Brown.  The background is retired paper from CTMH.  I picked up the twine mesh one day at the $ store and found it to be a fun addition! 

Silly happiness is off to the following challenges:
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends:   AG
Limited Runs FB
The Library Challenge:  Chocolat
We Love 2 Create:  AG/Mixed Media

Be sure to come on 

over to 

Path of Positivity 

and see 

what the team 

thinks about Love!  

You can also find 

more information 

about entering 

the challenge!  

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wonderful sponsors this month:

and

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Damask and Boys

It's time for new challenge over at The Outlawz Twisted Thursday and our optional twist is to use Damask or Fleur de lis in your design! 

I started with this delightful image, Boy with Boat, from Morgan's Artworld.  I love this era of art and thought this would make the perfect journal with coffee stained paper inside!  

Now, I'll admit, this one took me a while to color.  It was a weekend project, but great fun and a real challenge.  I was pulling all sorts of Copic colors and using glazing techniques, strange color combos, and just had fun!

The damask paper from DCWV covers cereal box panels.  I used washi tape on the spine for decor as well as twine to hold my paper in place.  The typed paper is retired from CTMH.  I made the journal tag as a print and cut in Design Space and embellished with some eyelets from We R Memory Keepers.  

Which do you like:  damask or fleur de lis?  Come share with us at Twisted Thursday!

Off to the following Challenges/Pages:  

2 Crafty Critter Crazies:  AG with a Critter
Classic DT:  AG
Crafter's Castle:  Spring or Distressed/ AG
Die Cut Divas:  Water with a Die Cut
World Wide Open DT:  AG
Morgan's ArtWorld Open Challenge:  AG
Die Cuttin Divas:  Library/create book related project
Tuesday Throwdown:  AG

Be sure to visit The Outlawz Twisted Thursday for all the details about the challenge and to check out all fun inspiration from the DT and participants!

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Flowers and Lace

The Digi Choosday Team is sharing projects featuring flowers and lace.  Of course, it's always Anything Goes for all of your entries; so come join us for a chance to win some Polkadoodles digis!  

I chose to use flower digis from Lavender Tea for my country style card!  I started by printing them onto a piece of watercolor paper and printing the tag while I was at the printer!  I pulled a piece of Distressed Wood printable paper from my "already printed stash" since I keep this printed at all times!  Love this paper!

I colored these whimsical flowers and leaves with Inktense Watercolor Pencils.  I added some brown ink to the wood and adhered some burlap ribbon and lace.  Three little gems finish off this rustic, yet feminine, card!

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Hey, have you ever wanted to be a Guest Designer with us over at Polkadoodles?  Check out the Digi Choosday page for the details!  

Be sure to head over to Digi Choosday and check out the amazing projects from our team!  Then come share what you are crafting; we'd love to see it!  Remember, when you visit the Digi Choosday Site to pick up your discount code to Polkadoodles; it's good all day today....Tuesday!  It's a great way to pick up those digi's you've had your eye on!  While you're there, you might want to sign up for the Newsletter so you never miss out on special events!

This is off to the following challenges:  

A Bit More Time to Craft:  AG
Stamplorations:  Stamps and Watercolor and Sketch  
Pearly Sparkles:  Flowers or showers - Flowers for me!
The Flower Challenge:  Sketch
Simply Create Too:  AG
Pile it On:  Lots of Layers
Allsorts:  Sentiment in Focus
Double D:  Watercolors

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What I LOVE in the craft room!

Crafting is the Best Bit of the Day!  Now, who among us would not agree with that!  Here is Sparkles Unicorn enjoying some creative time in her craft room, which by the way, is stocked with chocolate!  Check it out behind her right shoulder!  hee hee

I wanted to use this image from Polkadoodles to sparkle up a recycled baby formula container.  I love reusing these for ribbons, bows, sparkle gems, etc.  

Check out the close-up below for all the wonderful details in this image.  I had a blast coloring up all her goodies!

Close up to see all the fun embellies she has in her stash!  

I hope you have enjoyed the Sparkles Launch as much as I loved creating with these adorable digis!  

This crafter is off to the following challenges:
As You Like It:  Fav Coloring Medium  Copics are my fav probably because I use them the most and they are the most comfortable for me!
Unicorn:  Spots and /or Stripes
Classic DT:  AG
Moo Mania:  Polkadots
TTCRD:  AG

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Reach for the Stars!

How adorable is she!  Another one of the darling Sparkles digis, Love You to the Moon & Stars!  Sparkles is the newest character and she is a doll with all her colorful papers and personalities!  You can find these adorable unicorns here:  Sparkles Unicorn

  I have added a banner from the Polkadoodles SugarPops to this little layout in my grand-girl's book.  

These cuties are off to the following challenges:  
Scrapbook & Cardmaking:  Spring /Easter  
Elliebelle's Corner:  Wings, Tails or Spring Blossoms (tails)
Alphabet Challenge:  A is for Animals
Crafter's Castle:  Use Glitter (on star banner)
C.R.A.F.T.:  Inspired by a Song (Good Morning Starshine by Oliver from the musical Hair 1967)  I used to sing this song to my daughter when I woke her!  Now I have her daughter to entertain with the song!  hee hee  Here's a link if you want to hear it:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAOTxAGJUug

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Swing By...

How sweet is she!  Another one of the darling Sparkles digis, Swingin' By to Say Hi!  Sparkles is the newest character and she is oh so sweet with all her colorful  personalities perfect for spring!  You can find these adorable unicorns here:  Sparkles Unicorn

This just looks like spring with this little precious out on her swing.  I have combined her with a couple of tags and dies from Polkadoodles Lavender Tea.  I chose to only attach the banner at the top to give it the illusion she was swinging out of the card.   

This little equine doll will be swinging by the following challenges:  
Crafty Gals Corner:  Spring is Here
Sisterhood of Crafters:  Let's Celebrate Spring
Place to Start:  3 of 5 (Flowers, Dies, Tag)
Country View:  Spring or Easter
Outlawz Greeting:  Spring is in the Air

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Little Sparkles is Just Too Cute!

Now, isn't this just the cutest Sparkles digi, Little One Baby Sparkle!  Sparkles is the newest character and she is a doll with all her colorful papers and personalities!  You can find these adorable unicorns here:  Sparkles Unicorn

I envisioned this on a diaper bag for a baby gift or shower.  I chose bright and colorful papers making a matching envelop where the card slides through.  What a great way to show off those papers as well as the digi!  

This new mama or unicorn nanny and her foal are off to the following challenges: 

Library Challenge:  Mary Poppins (Unicorn Nanny) 
Dream Valley:  Shaped Cards
Craft-Dee Bowz:  AG with handmade bow
Love to Craft:  AG

Card with tag

Envelope

Envelope front with card inserted

Envelope back with card inserted

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Bunnies Baskets

The new theme for the Cut It Up challenge is Bunnies &/or Baskets!  Create any type of project, but don't forget your die cuts!!    

I started with this sweet little bunny from Dragon's Lair and Copic colored her.  I adhered her to an egg cut in DS from Easter 2010.  Cardstocks are from stash and all retired CTMH.  I embellished with some ribbon and sparkle gems!

This is off to the following challenges/pages:  

Bitten by the Bug:  It's Easter
Use Your Stuff:  Fuzzy Wuzzy
Crafting Challenge:  AG

When you visit the Cut It Up blog, have fun viewing the DT projects and check out the rules and prize info.  Then be sure to share your project with us ~ don't forget the die cut to have a chance to win a prize from our amazing sponsors. 

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Glitter On!

Here's another new Polkadoodles Sparkles digi, Pamper Day!  Sparkles is the newest character and she is a doll with all her fun personality traits full of magical sparkle!  There's sure to be a Sparkles Unicorn to suit your mood whether you enjoy a stroll through the park, crafting, or an indulgent day at the spa!  

I thought it would be fun to put her on a nail polish cut and use this as a tag on a gift for Mother's Day since most mothers like a little spoiling on occasion!

This lovely is off to the following challenges:  

Artistic Inspiration:  AG

TTCRD:  AG

Crafty Addicts:  AG Option of Pink
The Outlawz Paper a la Mode:  non rectangle

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Cheer to the New Sparkles!

There's a new Polkadoodles Launch starting today and if you like unicorns, you are going to be excited!  Sparkles is the newest character and she is a doll with all her colorful  personalities! 

She is perfect for all your coloring mediums!  Here I have used Copics, White gel pen, Sparkle Gel pens.  Then I got to break out the glitter, gems, and rainbow colors!  

So, get out all those fun coloring mediums you haven't used in a while and color up this cutie unicorn from Polkadoodles! 
You can find these adorable unicorns here:  Sparkles Unicorn

This is Sparkles Big Cheer!  I have combined her with fun polkadot paper and cheer poms made from a stash shape.  

This cutie will be cheering on the following challenges:  

Pile It On: Rainbow of colors
Papercraft:  Polkadots
Crafting from the Heart:  AG
Crafting by Designs:  AG

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Happiness is Our Little Patch!

Happiness is the new optional theme over at Path of Positivity!  Now, happiness can mean so many different things to people; what makes you happy?  For some, a place to call their very own brings a great deal of happiness and that is what this tag represents.  This is Little Fairy Shack from Limited Runs.

I chose to back the shack with fairy paper from Ink on 3.  I colored the background paper and Fairy Shack using Copic markers and gel pens.  

My plan is to use this tag for a plant/floral with some fairy ornaments in it!

My little tag is off to the following challenges:

The Paper Shelter:  It's a Spring Thing
The Corrosive Challenge:  AG
TTCRD:  AG

Be sure to come on 

over to 

Path of Positivity 

and see 

what the team 

thinks about Love!  

You can also find 

more information 

about entering 

the challenge!  

Thanks to our 

wonderful sponsors this month:

and

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