Kitty Cat Halloween

Halloween is quickly approaching and I've got several cute images colored. Now the challenge is to get them onto cards before next week. So far the calendar is full every night this week and that's after my full time job. I might need to brew some coffee and burn the midnight oil to get my craft on. :o) I love this image from Karen Doodles and kept everything pretty basic.

Sketch Inspiration ~ 365 Cards Day 216 ~ Super Sketchy Sunday

Color Inspiration ~ EAD Be Thankful Color Challenge

Inspiration

Little Red Wagon Challenge #103 ~ Fall Themed Project
Fab n Funky Challenge #95 ~ Distressed or Torn
Pile it On Challenge #43 ~ Be Happy
Creatalicious Challenge #27 ~ Distress Edges
Totally PaperCrafts Challenge #89 ~ Layer Upon Layer
C.R.A.F.T. Challenge #125 ~ Autumn
CCEE Stampers Challenge #1142 ~ Fall Inspired
Delightful Sketches Challenge ~ Halloween
Sentimental Sundays Challenge #78 ~ Halloween
2 Sisters Challenge #62 ~ Pumpkin Patch
My Creation

Image Detail

 I added glossy accents to the pumpkin and eyes for shine.

Inside

Ins and Outs ~ Kitty Cat Halloween
Stamps: Karen Doodles, Nizzy’s Art Factory Verse
Paper: SU Whisper White, DCWV Midnight Spell and Indian Summer Stack, We R Memory Keepers Boho Chic card base
Ink: Laser Printer, SU Chocolate Chip and Pumpkin Pie; Copics (Cat Costume: Y21, YR14, 18, RV14, E23, 55; Others: N5, 9; E00, 50, 53, Y35, E18, Y21, 17, 38; YR04, 07)
Accessories: Glossy Accents, Martha Stewart Spiderweb Punch
Techniques: Distressing

Tickled Pink Donkey

This card came together fairly quickly. I'm focused on creating cards with supplies I already have on hand AND using the digi images I've printed (and often colored). I've noticed that I tend to color more than create! Then I get grumpified when my colored image gets chewed by the fur herd or crinkled in the drawer. I went to a retreat this past weekend and worked only with images that were already colored - in most instances I'd already tucked the coordinating cardstock with the image. I was amazed at how many cards I actually finished. I've been know to go to a 2 day retreat and only have 2 cards to show for it!

Sketch Inspiration ~ Get Sketchy #70


Inspiration

365 Cards Day 304 ~ Flashback Wednesday: Day 209 - Keep it Simple
One image, a sentiment, one embellishment, and limit the amount of space you use on the card to about 1/3 of the entire space available
Simon Says Stamp and Show ~ Polka Dots
Cute Card Thursday 123 Recipe Challenge
I used 1 embellishment, 2 stamps, and 3 patterned papers
Belli Challenge #109 ~ Letter P
I've had my baubles for over a year and PINK is the color to be.

 

My Creation

Image Detail

Ins and Outs ~ Tickled Pink Donkey
Stamps: Karen Doodles Donkey, MelJens Verse
Paper: Stamping Bella, DCWV Spring, SU Whisper White
Ink: Laser Printer, CopicsGelly Roll Pen)
Accessories: Pop Up Dots, Bella Baubles

Hang in There

I've had some of Karen's images printed out for a looooooooooong time. My printed digi file is actually overflowing. I think I could make it the entire year just using images I've already printed. But, I won't do that! There are always so many amazing new images coming down the pipeline. I have resolved to go through the file once a week and pull out images to use.

Sketch Inspiration ~ Karens Doodles Netherlands Sketch Challenge

Color Inspiration ~ 365 Cards Day 295 ~ Ad Inspired
I'm a bit tuckered out with Christmas cards, so I took inspiration from the colors in the pic.

Inspiration

Sentimental Sundays #36 ~ Celebrate Friendship
One of the most important aspects of friendship to me is being there for each other.
Scrappy Frogs Challenge ~ Sentimental
Inky Impressions Challenge ~ Ribbon and Pearls
365 Cards Day 199 ~ I Believe in You
365 Cards Day 215 ~ The Three P’s: Polka Dots, Paper Piercing, Pop Dots
Stamp Something Challenge ~ Digi Somethings

My Creation

Image Detail

Ins and Outs ~ Hang In There
Stamps: Karen’s Doodles Hang In There Kitty, SU Sugar and Spice sentiment
Paper: DCWV, BG Origins, Neenah Solar White
Ink: Laser Printer, SU Markers, Copic E41; Spicas (Blossom, Gold, Melon)
Accessories: Making Memories Trim, MS Pearls, Pop Up Dots

Donkey Smiles

Wahoo! I'm getting my take of the Midnight Madness Sketch posted BEFORE the last minute (or usually long after the challenge is over). This week's sketch was fairly simple to adapt and I had this large donkey image already printed and colored. With the cold snowy weather in the outside world, she makes me think of the lovely spring to come.

Sketch Inspiration ~ Midnight Madness Sketch #85

Inspiration

Karen Doodles Challenge 44 ~ All that Glitters
Since my image is so large, it's hard to see the glittered cardstock in the background. I used several colors of stickles to make the image sparkle.
Pile It On Challenge #1 ~ Brand Spankin’ New
I received the confetti flowers and jewels in my stocking and was so excited to use both already.
365 Cards Day 297 ~ Think Cute
365 Cards Day 298 ~ Thinking in Threes
Use 3 decorative items and 3 of each (ribbons, flowers, gems)
365 Cards Day 307 ~ Flashback Saturday: Day 333 – 3 G’s: Green, Glitter, Grosgrain
Fuzzy Wuzzy January Challenge ~ Anything Goes

My Creation

Image Detail

Inside

Ins and Outs ~ Donkey Smiles
Stamps: Karen Doodles Donkey, MelJens Verse
Paper: DCWV (Glitter, Spring), Neenah Solar White
Ink: Laser printer, Copics (Y11, 15, 17; BG0000; R81; B02, 05; E00, 30, 31, 33, 37, 41; YG09, 11, 23)
Accessories: SU Ribbon, Stickles (Yellow, Turquoise, Cinnamon, Cotton Candy, Eucalyptus); MS Gem Sticker; Diamond Glaze; Studio His and Hers Confetti Flowers

Pink Birthday Fairy

Here’s the second of my Karen Doodle’s fairy cards. I’m not sure which card will go to each special little girl, but will figure it out soon. One of the youngsters LOVES pink, so this will probably be her card. I had fun feathering different Copic colors together on the petals of her dress and hair ties. It turned out to be a really cool effect.

Sketch Inspiration ~ CDAC Sketch Challenge #3

Inspiration

Creative Inspirations #72 ~ Recipe: 5 flowers, 3 papers, 1 ribbon

365 Cards Day 138 ~ Create Your Own
Pam gave us a mix and match recipe with multiple options. From the A, B, C, D lists we were to pick one of each. Listed are my choices, click on the link to see the full challenge and JOIN in if you are up to it.
A - Pick a Pattern ~ Gingham
B - Color Trio ~ Pink/Blue/Purple
C - Embellishment ~ 2 rhinestones, 2 blossoms
D - Shape ~ Heart
Cute Card Thursday #124 ~ Whateva!
Sir Stampalot August Challenge ~ Bring on the Bling

My Creation

Image Detail

Inside

Ins and Outs ~ Pink Birthday Fairy

Stamps: Karen Doodles Fairy Fun, TLC Pink Birthday Verse
Paper: DCWV Flower Shower, SU Whisper White
Ink: Laser Printer; Copics (R000, 81, 83; YG0000; Y21, 26; B00, 02; V000, 01); Spicas (Sand, Sky Blue, Clear); Gelly Roll Clear Star; Uniball White Gel Pen
Accessories: Pink Rick Rack Paper Ribbon, Misc Gems, SRM Sticker (inside verse)

Purple Birthday Fairy

I am blessed to be ‘auntie’ to some very sweet little girls. My two best friends have 3 of their girlies with early August birthdays. I found this cute fairy at Karen Doodles and knew she’d be perfect for my girls. I made 2 fairy cards, this is the first using a purple theme. I’d colored the fairies at the same time using the same paper as inspiration (the second card will be posted shortly). I’m starting to get a bit smarter in my coloring and keep my paper stash nearby. Originally I thought I’d save time by precoloring images, but quickly realized I spent longer trying to find the perfect paper match when it came time to put the card together. I know, this is basic crafting common sense, but I can be a little slow some times. LOL. I prefer the small DCWV stacks or similar and keep a few next to my coloring supplies. I pull out 2-3 pieces from the same stack and keep them next to me while I start playing. Once the image is colored, I tuck it with the inspiration papers in my ‘to be used’ box. It’s much easier to find a few matching embellishments to fill out a card and my new, logical method is actually saving me time!

Sketch Inspiration ~ Karen Doodles Netherlands Challenge #22

Photo Inspiration ~ Stamp Something Challenge
Mmmm, a birthday party with pinks and purples. Perfect for a princess!

Inspiration

Sinons Says Stamp and Show Challenge #1 ~ Things with Wings Wahoo, another new challenge and from the GREAT team at Simon Says Stamp.
CDAC Other Theme Challenge #3 ~ 1 border (torn vellum), 2 pattern papers, 3 different embellishments (rub on sentiment, bling flower, small flower gem)
Flutterby Wednesday #116 ~ Favorite Color
I’m a purple fanatic and this little fairy fit the bill.
YNS Challenge #22 ~ Birthdays

My Creation

Image Detail

Inside

Ins and Outs ~ Purple Birthday Fairy
Stamps: Karen Doodles Fairy Fun
Paper: DCWV Flower Shower, SU Vellum and Whisper White
Ink: Laser Printer; Copics (E21, 50; Y21, 26; V000, 91, 93, 95; R20; YG0000); Spicas (Lilac, Clear); Gelly Roll Clear Star Pen, Uniball White Gel Pen
Accessories: SRM Sticker (inside verse), Recollection Gem Flower

Queen Kitty Thanks

This was the second card I made for my coworker to choose from. When she saw it her face totally lit up and she knew it was PURRFECT. Turns out she jokingly calls her associate Queenie for taking such good care of her. I knew my coworker was a cat lover and used that as my launching point. I had no idea the royal theme would also apply. I love making people happy!

Sketch Inspiration ~ Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #54
Oh my, I'm actually playing with the Madness Crew on time! I usually don't get my cards done until they are past the current challenge. I took advantage of their Monday sneak peek to try and get ahead of the game. I left off the upper corner accent as I though between the major bling and somewhat busy patterned paper, there were already enough elements on the card! LOL

Color Inspiration ~ Color Inspiration Challenge #1 ~ Reader’s Choice

Inspiration

S2G Challenge #56 ~ Home Sweet Home with Ribbon
My home is ‘owned’ by six cats, four of whom believe they are Queens of the castle and their 2 brothers the jesters. My husband and I are the servants who tend to their whims.
Saturday Challenge #83 ~ Metal (Do rhinestones count as metal? They have that ‘look’ anyway.) :o)

A Spoon Full of Sugar Challenge #104 ~ Cute & Girly
HFOS #28 ~ Get Your Shine On
Spicas, Shimmer Cardstock, Rhinestones PLUS Diamond Glaze - YOWZA
365 Cards Day 72 ~ It Needs Something: Create an object to fit in with the image
(I bejeweled her collar and made it into a Titanic-esqe heart pendant necklace.
365 Cards Day #76 ~ Criss Cross Applesauce (use a criss cross pattern)
Inky Impressions Challenge #35
Please check out the challenge link, as you can choose 2 inspiration 'letters'. F-L-O-W-E-R, each letter has a different inspiration. I picked R for RIBBON and S for SPARKLE
CCEE Stampers #1019 ~ Nursery Rhyme
WE were to use a nursery rhyme as inspiration. I chose The Cat and The Queen.
Pussy-cat, Pussy-cat where have you been? I've been to London to look at the Queen.
Pussy-cat, Pussy-cat, what did you there? I frightened a little mouse under her chair.
My card shows what happened after the visit. The cat was adopted by the Queen and given a throne of her own for a job well done.
My Creation

Image Detail

Can you see the subtle spica sparkle? I colored her eyes with a gold spica and then added Diamond Glaze for even more shine. A few gems give her a true royal feel.

I had a few pre-formed letters, but had to get crafty with my craft blade to create a few.

Inside

I had this verse in my stash. I believe it came as a freebie from a craft solicitation mailing.

Ins and Outs ~ Queen Kitty Thanks
Stamps: Princess Kitty (Karen’s Doodles)
Paper: DCWV (Linen Closet, Shimmer), SU Whisper White
Ink: Laser Printer, Copics (C1, 3, 5; E50; B41; R00; RV34; YG03), Spicas (Gold, Blossom, Clear)
Accessories: Misc Gems, Scrap Ribbon, Diamond Glaze

First Communion Easel Card

This card was made for a special little girl, Bianca. I mentioned her in my previous post about her mom Erica's birthday card. My hubby and I were honored to help her celebrate her First Communion. The invitation she'd sent was so cute, I decided to go green and recycle the paper and ribbon in the card. The orangey/peachy dotted paper and striped ribbon are from the original invitation. This is my first 'true' easel card. The treat box I did a few weeks ago was under the supervision of my SU friend. This card? A solo flight with only slight turbulence. LOL. I think I'd even do it again.

Sketch Inspiration ~ Friday Sketchers #101

The sketch is pretty simple and the triangles in the background made me think of a tent, so I made it into an easel card.

Inspiration

Karen’s Doodles Challenge #10 ~ Birthday or Celebration

Stamp Saturday Challenge #82 ~ Recipe: 3 Embellishments (Ribbon, Smooch, Cross), 2 Papers (Pink CS, Orange DP), 1 image

Cuttlebug Challenge #83 ~ For the Kids

Bianca was my true inspiration!

My Creation

Isn't this image from Karen's Doodles just precious? There's a matching little boy and another girl as well. Plus, she has a great confirmation set.

Image Detail

I colored her with Copics, added a bit of Spica sparkle to the veil and edges, and gave the whole thing a few spritzes of Vanilla Smooch.

Inside

I forgot to take a photo before I wrote in the card, so you get to see my personal message as well. I'd picked up the cross pendant on clearance awhile ago and knew I wanted to incorporate it into a card. It's the perfect accent to hold up my easel!

Ins & Outs ~ First Communion Easel Card

Stamps: First Communion Girl (Karen’s Doodles)
Paper: SU Whisper White, Misc CS from Invitation
Ink: Copics (E000, 30, 31; R22; 100; C1, 3, 5, 7; BG000; RV000), Spicas (Clear, Black, Blossom), White Gel pen, Clear Star gel pen
Accessories: Vanilla Shimmer Smooch, Misc Ribbon, Cross pendant
Techniques: Easel Card