The Paper Nest DT - Christmas Bella!

Good Morning Luvlies!  I have a Christmas card to share with you today using "Christmas Bella" from The Paper Nest.  Isn't she adorable?

The dps I have used are by Magnolia and they're matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The snowflake borders are a die by Joy, the swirl is a doohickey die and the corner is a La-La Lands Crafts die.  The flowers and lace are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

As always I have coloured my image in with Copics and added frantage and glitter to the tops of the candles.  I will be entering my card into the Wild Orchid Challenge as their theme is currently "Snowflakes".  Thanks for stopping by.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Iris by Wee Stamps

Evening Folks!  Hope you're all well.  Can you believe I've actually created a card!  Well when I saw this sweetie by Sylvia Zet I just couldn't resist!

She is one of the November new releases called "Iris" and is available to purchase and download here.   The dps I have used are Forever Friends Kraftnotes by Docrafts and I've matted them onto coredinations cardstock.  The butterfly border is a Joy die and the blooms are from none other than Wild Orchid Crafts.

As always I have used my Copics to colour her in.  Thanks for stopping by.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - New releases!!

Morning Luvlies!!  Todays card is for The Paper Nest and we have a new release consisting of five "Punk" dolls.  I am just showcasing one today and her name is Punk Emma.  You'll not wanna miss them as they are just adorable and if you hop on over to the blog and leave a comment you could be in for a chance to win them all.

 For my card I have used a dp by Magnolia matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The corner feature is a La-La Land Crafts die and the swirl is from Michael's Stores.

I have coloured my image in with my Copics and added a bit of black and silver embossing powder and faux stitching.  Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to go and leave your comment on The Paper Nest blog for your chance to win the new collection!  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - Winter Fairy Avery!

Morning Folks!  Apologies that I've been MIA but I'm taking a bit of a blogging and dt break until January so won't be posting too much until then.  Today's card is for The Paper Nest and I've used one of the latest releases called "Winter Fairy Avery", she is available in both digi and rubber.  Isn't she adorable?!

I decided to go relatively CAS with this one as I wanted the image to "POP" and I think I've managed to achieve that.  The dp I have used is by First Edition Paper called Noir et Chic which I've matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The corner is a die from La-La Land Crafts, the swirl is a Magnolia doohickey and the flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts. 

As always I have coloured the image in with my copics and added some glamour dust to her wings and to the snow on the log.  Thanks for stopping by.  Hope you'll have a great weekend.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - Lollipop Ellie!!

Morning Luvlies!  Today I have a card to share with you using one of the brand new releases from The Paper Nest called "Lollipop Ellie".  Isn't she just the sweetest little kid on the block?!

For my card I have used a dp by DCWV backed onto coredinations cardstock.  The swirl is a Magnolia doohickey die and the blooms are from Wild Orchid Crafts. 

I have coloured Lollipop Ellie in with my Copics and added some Spray & Sparkle Iridescent glitter spray to the lollipop.  Copic colours used are :

Skin - E13, E11, E00, R20

Hair - E57, E55, E53, E50

Clothing - B37, B34, B32

Lollipop - R85, R83, R81

Thanks for stopping by!  I do hope you love her as much as I do and will pop over to the blog and see the rest of the new releases.  Have a great weekend.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Kith and Kin Stamp Co DT - Rory Fairy!

Morning Folks!  Just a quick post from me today to share my dt creation for Kith and Kin Stamp Company using the adorable "Rory Fairy".

I think she's one of the sweetest fairies I've seen in a long time.  The dp's I've used are by Docrafts "Forever Friends" design stax.  The butterfly border is by Joy Crafts and the lace and flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I have coloured my image in with my Copics as always.  Added some Spray & Sparkle by Crafters Companion to her wings, frantage around the image and glossy accents on her eyes.  Hope you like my little creation for today.  Please do check out the adorable images that Kith and Kin have to offer you'll not be sorry.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Shelter DT - Halloween!!

Morning Luvlies!!  Looks like the cold weather is setting in here in the UK brrrr.  Today's card is for The Paper Shelter and our challenge this week is all about Halloween.

For my card I have used the adorable "Bewitched Night".  The dp comes with the image which is just fab!  The swirl is a Magnolia doohickey die, the pearls are from my stash, flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts and the leaves are from La La Land Crafts.

As always I have coloured the image in with my Copics and added loads of frantage.  Thanks for stopping by.  I do hope you'll find the time to join us this week over at The Paper Shelter with your halloween creation.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Crafty Sentiments DT - Bingo Board!

Good Morning Luvlies!!  Hope this horrible weather we have here in the UK's not getting you down!  Wonder if we'll ever see the sun again lol?!  Anyhoo onto a brighter note and today is a brand new challenge theme over at Crafty Sentiments and this week we have a bingo board which I think is so much fun, you get to choose something that you fancy.

For my card I chose to use the adorable little "Henry" and you'll be pleased to know that he is a digi, so available instantly to download.  The dps I have used are by Carta Bella called Giddy Up and I think they're just fab for all your male cards.  The die I have used is a Diesire die by Crafters Companion, the metal corner is one I purchased in the US and the ribbon is from my stash.

Henry has been coloured in with my Copics and I've added a little glamour dust to the butterflies.  Thanks for stopping by today.  I do hope you'll join in the fun over at Crafty Sentiments this week.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Shelter DT - Use only two colours!

Morning Folks!  Hope you're having a good week so far.  Today's card is for The Paper Shelter and this week our challenge is to use only two colours with the exception of skin and hair.  Not as easy as it might sound lol but must be honest enjoyed the challenge!

For my card I used the gorgeous and brand new "Frost Girl".  The awesome backing paper is one that comes with the image, isn't it fab?!  I added a load of die cut snowflakes and a huge ribbon from my stash.

I made the image slightly larger, coloured her in with my Copics and cut her out and popped her onto some foam pads for a more 3D look.  Sadly couldn't get a decent pic from the side for you to see.  The colours I used were :

Skin - E00, E13, E11, R20

Hair - E57, E55, E53, E50

Outfit - B37, B34, B32, B00 / C5, C3, C1

Thanks for stopping by.  Hope you will join in the fun with us this week over at The Paper Shelter.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - BLOG HOP!!!!!

Welcome to Day 2 of The Paper Nest Dolls Winter Blog Hop!

Today I am very excited to share with you more stamps from the new Winter Collection and even a few stamps from the upcoming Nursery Rhyme Collection! If you've just come across the hop, you might want to start at the beginning over at The Paper Nest Dolls blog!

All NEW stamps featured in the hop are on sale for $7 instead of $8.50 in rubber!

You can also get a great sale on our new digital stamps by purchasing the bundle for only $25!

Top Row: Baby New Year, Christmas Fairy Ellie, Gift Giving Avery, Snowman Fun

Second Row: Counting Sheep Avery, Garden Ellie

Third Row: Downhill Racer Avery, Downhill Racer Owen

Bottom Row: Watering Can Ellie, Winter Fairy Avery, Winter Mail Ellie, Ice Skating Ellie

And now for my project.. I created a card using the new "Snowman Fun" stamp.  The backing paper I have used is from the SWALK cd rom backed onto coredinations cardstock.  The swirl is by Prima, the ribbon and the wooden plaque are from my stash and the Flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts.

As always I have coloured the image in with my Copics, added some frantage and glamour dust for bling and glossy accents to the snowman's eyes. 

There are also some wonderful prizes being given away to those who comment on EVERY stop of BOTH days of the hop! Winners will be announced on Friday October 18th.

Your next stop on the hop is Jasmina's blog.

Here is the list should you get lost along the way :

The Paper Nest Dolls

Heather

Karen

Lori Ann

Marcee

Brianna

Carol

Jasmina

Jen Z.

Lydia 

Jan
Keeley

Suzette

Thanks so much for hopping with us, do be sure to hop through Day 1 if you haven't yet!  You'll not wanna miss out on the fantastic prizes!  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - Santa Avery!

Morning Folks!!  Hope you're all having a great weekend!  Very unusual for me to post on a Sunday but here I am lol.  Today's card share is for The Paper Nest and I decided to add to my Christmas card collection.

 I also decided to go unconventional with the colours and used dps by Bo Bunny.  The adorable image is called "Santa Avery".  She is available both digitally and as a rubber stamp.  The snowflake is a Marianne die and I've added a huge pearl brad to the centre.  The flowers and pearls are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I have coloured Avery in with my Copics and added some Spray & Sparkle by Crafters Companion for some Christmas sparkle.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Color Me Creative Copic Challenge DT - Anything Goes!

Good Morning Folks!  My word hasn't the weather turned on us here in the UK, it's been bloomin' freezing the past couple of days!  Looks like summer is well and truly over now.  Anyhoo onto a happier note and today's card is for the CMC Copic Challenge and this fortnight the theme is anything goes!

We were supplied images by our sponsor, Bugaboo.  The dps I have used are by Magnolia and I've backed them onto coredinations cardstock.  The metal corner is one that I bought in the US, the ribbon is from my stash and the poinsettia and lace are from the one and only Wild Orchid Crafts.  I added some twinklets diamond dust to the poinsettia and some glamour dust to the bonnet for a bit of bling. 

As always my image has been coloured in with my Copics, colours used are :

Skin - E13, E11, E00

Clothing - R59, R29, R27

Flower pot - E37, E35, E33

Boots - E44, E43, E42

Thanks for stopping by.  I do hope you'll find the time to join us this fortnight over at CMC Copic Challenge.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Crafty Sentiments DT - Anything Goes!

Morning Folks!!  Hope you've had a good weekend.  Don't they just fly by too quickly?!  Anyhow onto today's card which is for Crafty Sentiments and this week the theme is "Anything Goes"!  How fab is that?!

For my card I have used the adorable "Lazy Days".  The dp is by Magnolia, the corners are a La-La Land die and the swirl is a doohickey by Magnolia.  The flowers and pearls are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I have coloured her in with my Copics.  Thanks for stopping by.  I do hope you'll join us this week over at Crafty Sentiments.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Kith and Kin Stamp Company DT - Exciting News!

Morning Luvly Peeps!  I have some exciting news to share that I've been keeping to myself for a while.  I can now reveal that I was asked by the lovely Kyra of Kith & Kin Stamp Company to join her brand new venture, how fab is that?!

For my card I used the adorable "Ella Ballerina"  The dp is from my stash and if I'm not mistaken it's by DCWV backed onto coredinations cardstock.  The butterflies are a Joy Crafts die and the flowers and lace are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I have coloured her in with my Copics and added the usual frantage.  Kith and Kin also have a facebook page and it would be lovely to see you there as at the moment this is where all the dt creations are posted.  Thanks for stopping by to share in my excitement.  Hope you have a great weekend.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Shelter DT - Shabby Chic!

Good Morning Luvlies!  Happy Hump Day!  It's been so grey and wet here for a while now, hope the suns shining wherever you are.  Today's card share is for The Paper Shelter and this week our theme is "Shabby Chic".  Hope I've done ok?!

For my card I just had to use the gorgeous new image called "Christmas Candy Fairy".   The dps I have used are by Magnolia and I've distressed all the edges.  The lace and flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts and the swirl is a self adhesive one by Recollections which I purchased when we were in the States.

As usual I have coloured the image in with my Copics and have used Spray & Sparkle on her wings and added frantage so there's no shortage of bling here lol.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  Hope you will be able to join in the challenge this week over at The Paper Shelter.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - Bedtime Amara

Good Morning Folks!  I have a brand new creation to share with you today.  I have used the gorgeous "Bedtime Amara" from The Paper Nest.  She's one of the new African American images that Christine has created and isn't she just lovely?!

For my card I have used dps by Papermania and matted them onto coredinations cardstock.  The butterfly border is by Joy Crafts, blooms and rose border are from Wild Orchid Crafts.  

I have coloured the image in with Copics, colours used are :

Skin - E37, E35, E33

Hair - C9, C7, C5

Gown, slippers, headband - BV02, BV00, BV000

Teddy - E44, E43, E42

Thanks for stopping by.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Color Me Creative Copic Challenge DT - Fall Colours!

Good morning luvlies!!  I eventually have a card to share with you today and it's for a new challenge theme over at CMC Copic Challenge.  This fortnight we'd like to see your creations using fall colours.

For my card I have used the adorable "Rowan Fairy" by Sylvia Zet of Wee Stamps.  Isn't she just beautiful?  The dp I have used is is by First Edition Papers and for the life of me I cannot find the pad right now to give you the name lol.  I have matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The corner accent is a die by La-La Land, the swirl is a doohickey die by Magnolia and the leaves are an MS punch.

I have, as always, coloured the image in with my Copics.  Thanks for stopping by!  Hope you'll be able to join us this fortnight with your autumnal creations over at CMC Copic Challenge.  Have a great weekend.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Crafty Sentiments DT - New Release!!

Morning Luvlies!  Hope your weekend has started off well!  Sadly mine hasn't, I'm suffering with toothache eeekkkk.  Anyhoo onto a brighter note and today sees Day number 3 of brand new releases from Crafty Sentiments available in store from tomorrow.  For my card I have used the gorgeous "Walking Tessa".

The dp I have used is Kraft Notes by Forever Friends and the ribbon and flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I have coloured my image in with Copics and added some frantage for bling.  Copic colours used are :

Skin - E13, E11, E00, R20

Hair - E57, E55, E53, E51

Phone, headband, shoes & patches - R85, R83, R81, RV000

Jeans & belt - B99, B97, B95, B93, B91

Pig - R14, R20, R11

For more gorgeous inspiration by my fabulous team mates do hop on over the the Crafty Sentiments Inspirational Blog.  Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your weekend.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Make It Crafty Facebook DT - Graffiti Party

Good Morning Peeps!  Another exciting post from me today as this is my first official challenge project for Make It Crafty.  It's time to get your baggy jeans on, grab your ghetto blaster and hang out with the gals from Little Miss Muffet Stamps and Make it Crafty.

You may have seen the Urban Elements from Make It Crafty previously but now it's time to bring you some super cool Graffiti to adorn those brick walls and some baggy jean characters to stand around looking cool n stuff ....

This is my humble project which I decided to frame instead of create a card.  It's my first time creating a whole scene which I thought would be quite challenging but I must be very honest and say I absolutely loved every minute of it!!  Joining this dt has made me come out of my comfort zone and try new things and I'm having a blast!!  I have used the Urban Elements to create my scene and the gorgeous brand new Urban Courtney.

Thought I would show you a close up of her, isn't she just fab?!  As always I have coloured the whole scene in with my Copics.  

Make It Crafty & Little Miss Muffet have created a blog especially for this special launch and are challenging everybody to have a go at creating a scene with the new elements so please do hop on over to The Graffiti Party as they are offering a FREEBIE pack.  How fab is that?!

I'll be entering my project into the following challenges :

Bunny Zoes - Something blue

CMD Challenge - Dearest Copic color group

Deep Ocean - Goodbye Summer

Designed to Color - Anything goes

Digi Galore - Make a scene

Divas by design - Anything goes

Thanks for stopping by and hope to see your creations over on The Grafitti Party blog.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Shelter DT - Many Folds

Morning Folks!  How cold has it been here in the UK?  What happened to Autumn?  Feels like someone flipped a switch from Summer straight into Winter brrrrr.  Anyway onto todays card which is for The Paper Shelter and this week we'd like to see your cards with many folds.

For my card I've used the adorable "Enchanted Dream" digi.  The backing paper is by Magnolia and backed onto coredinations cardstock.  The corner is a die by La-La Land and the tag is a doohickey die.

As always I have coloured the image in with Copics and added loads of frantage.  Thanks for stopping by.  Hope you will be able to join us this week over at The Paper Shelter.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Make It Crafty Facebook DT - EXCITING NEWS!!

Good Morning my luvly followers!  I have some fabulous news to share for those of you who haven't already heard on facebook.  I MADE THE TEAM on facebook and have joined the awesome Make It Crafty!!!  This is an absolute dream come true to be able to work with Zoe's amazing images.

My card share for today is for our facebook challenge and is to follow this fabby sketch.  If you're not already a follower of the Make It Crafty group on fb you might wanna nip over and join in the fun.  It's a marvellous group of peeps and the inspiration just flows galore!!  This little guy called Mini Dracula is also on offer for the month at only $1 but you'll need to become a follower of the group and get the code should you wish to use him.

The dps I have used are from the Enchanted Collection by Authentique which I have backed onto coredinations cardstock.  The haunted house is a die from La-La Land Crafts.

As always I have coloured my image in with Copics.  Thanks so much for stopping by and I do hope you'll join us over at the Make It Crafty Group on facebook.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Color Me Creative Copic Challenge DT - Anything Goes!!

Morning Luvlies!!  My card share for today is for the fabby CMC Copic Challenge and this fortnight is "Anything Goes" so you've no excuse not to join in the fun lol.

I have used this sweet image supplied by our sponsor "Stamp Fairy".  The dp is by Magnolia as is the swirl die.  The heart banner and corner are dies by La-La Land and the flowers and lace are from Wild Orchid Crafts.

The image has been coloured in with my Copics and I've added my all time favourite frantage.  Colours used are :

Skin - E13, E11, E00, R81

Girls Hair - E57, E55, E53, E51

Boys Hair - E29, E25, E35, E71, E51

Dress - R85, R83, R81, RV000

Dungarees - B99, B97, B95, B93, B91

Shoes - C7, C5, C3

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Hope you have an awesome weekend and will find the time to join our challenge over at CMC.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

Crafty Sentiments DT - Anything Goes!!

Morning Folks!  Hope you're all well and ready for this Autumn which has just hit us like a ton of bricks lol.  After having such a beautiful summer I'm battling and feeling so cold.  Wonder how long I'll be able to hold out before I switch the heating on.  Anyway enough of that and onto today's card which is for the lovely Crafty Sentiments and this week the theme is "Anything Goes"!

For my card I have used the adorable digi called "Little Friends".  The backing paper is by Magnolia matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The ribbon, flowers and pearls are all from Wild Orchid Crafts.

As always I have coloured my image in with Copics and added a bit of glamour dust to the butterflies.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  Hope you'll join us this week over at Crafty Sentiments.  Lotsa luv, hugs xoxo

The Paper Nest DT - Teddy Bear Emma

Good Morning Folks!  I have a card to share with you today using the gorgeous "Teddy Bear Emma" from The Paper Nest.

For my card I have used dps by Simple Stories called Baby Steps and matted onto coredinations cardstock.  The little tags are stamps by LOTV and the ribbon and brads are from my stash. 

As always I have coloured my image in with Copics.  Colours used are :

Skin - E13, E11, E00, R81

Hair - E29, E25, E35, E71, E51

Teddy -  E43, E42, E41

Dress & shoes - B34, B32, B000

I'd like to enter my card into the following challenges :

Crafty Little Fairies - Cute & Cuddly Critters 

Thanks for stopping by.  Hope you have a great day.  Lotsa luv, hugs xxxx