Happy Friday! So, check out my fire demon! He is a character in the movie Howl’s Moving Castle, voiced by none other than Danny Devito. 😁 I hand drew him and fussy cut him out. I didn’t go too crazy with the coloring—kept it nice and simple with my trusty Copics. For the background, I used Distress Oxide Sprays and watercolor paper. Pretty neat, right?

This is my entry for the Colorful Options Challenge, serving up some serious design team vibes; September’s color of the month is orange. But that’s not all! Inspired by Disney’s “Not So Scary Halloween Party,” this creation also doubles as a contribution to Park Hopping My Happy Place. Talk about a two-for-one special!

Visit both challenges to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Teams. There are new prizes to be won at both sites. For the Colorful Options Challenge, you have until Thursday, September 28th, 11:59pm US CST time, which translates to 5:59am on Friday, September 29th in the UK or 6:59am on Friday, September 29th in CET. For Park Hopping My Happy Place, you have until Saturday, September 30th, 11:59am US CST time (5:59pm Saturday, September 30th UK time / 6:59pm Saturday, September 30th CET) to participate.

Wishing all the entrants good luck! May you rock it! And hey, here’s to an awesome month ahead! Have a blast, everyone!

Happy Friday, everyone! Is it Halloween yet? Almost 😁🐈‍⬛🎃 Most of the time when working with the color orange, I am drawn to the Halloween vibe. This square card is a Tim Holtz mixed-media style that was truthfully very fast and easy to make.

This is my entry for the Colorful Options Challenge, serving up some serious design team vibes; September’s color of the month is orange. But that’s not all! Inspired by Disney’s “Not So Scary Halloween Party,” this creation also doubles as a contribution to Park Hopping My Happy Place. Talk about a two-for-one special!

Visit both challenges to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Teams. There are new prizes to be won at both sites. For the Colorful Options Challenge, you have until Thursday, September 28th, 11:59pm US CST time, which translates to 5:59am on Friday, September 29th in the UK or 6:59am on Friday, September 29th in CET. For Park Hopping My Happy Place, you have until Saturday, September 30th, 11:59am US CST time (5:59pm Saturday, September 30th UK time / 6:59pm Saturday, September 30th CET) to participate.

Wishing all the entrants good luck! May you rock it! And hey, here’s to an awesome month ahead! Have a blast, everyone!

Happy Sunday afternoon, everyone! I’m absolutely thrilled to share with you a mixed media card that emerged from the parameters of last Friday’s Craft Roulette. It marries the talents of the exceptional designers: Gina K, CC Designs, Lawnfawn, and the ever-inspiring Tim Holtz. While I regret not capturing a step-by-step photo journey, I assure you this is easy to make.

The sentiment panel is a merger of Gina K’s wreath builder with the imprints of Lawnfawn’s stamps – specifically, the Fairy Friends, Critter’s Down Under, and Claire’s ABCs sets. I chose to use inks from Versamark, including Versamark Clair in Green Oasis and Tulip Red with the sentiment in Onyx Black.

To make the background, I searched and found a captivating green tie-dye motif that set the tone for my card. I added vines sourced from the TH/ Sizzix Garden Greens collection to infuse some of nature’s greenery.

A bit more cutesy than Uma Thurman, my Poison Ivy is supplied by CC Designs. She was stamped in Memento Black Ink and was brought to life with Copic markers. Her hair is adorned using E07, E29, R27, and R46; her complexion is a blend of E21 and E51; her attire is a harmony of YG06, YG13, and YG17. And to elevate her presence, a sprinkling of Garden Party by Sprinkletz gives her added enchantment.

May your Sunday be blessed with Inspiration!

Challenges entered: craft roulette,  Park Hopping My Happy Place, Two Old Bats Halloween Challenge, Most Magical Time of the Year, Halloween Crafts All Year Round, SSS Wednesday Challenge, Colorful Options Challenge

Hello, crafty peeps! I hope you’ve had a tomb-rific time unwinding lately. Those Tim Holtz addicts are in for a sarcophagus-full of joy! Allow me to unwrap the process for you: the eerie elegance of a 3D Skull embossing folder creates a mysterious background when combined with BlackSoot Distress Oxide Ink. My main mummy was summoned with Versamark Onyx Black Ink and painfully excavated with an Exacto blade. With a touch of foam tape, string and adhesive, it was bandage bound to the background. My “craft roulette” rounds, cleverly double as delectable offerings found inside the jack-o-lantern. As for the message, it was typed on my vintage 1929 Underwood and sliced with TH’s Deckle Trimmer. A touch of TH’s paper border and black card stock & you’ll be ready to call it a wrap.

Time to tuck into our Linnen Wrapped Dreams while I fade into the sands of farewell.

Challenges entered: craft roulette,  Park Hopping My Happy Place, Two Old Bats Halloween Challenge, Most Magical Time of the Year, Halloween Crafts All Year Round, Can You Handle the Pressure?, The Outlawz

Greetings, crafty folks, on this fine Saturday! I do hope that your weekend is unfolding splendidly! Today, I come bearing a charming CAS card to present to you. The delightful stamps come from The Sassy Club’s enchanting collection “Bad Apple.” With a touch of the ol’ Copic coloring, these stamps spring to life with a dash of merriment. Our whimsical sentiment is supplied by the 2023 Sizzix/Tim Holtz Halloween die. Have a crafty weekend!

Challenges entered: craft roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place, Two Old Bats Halloween Challenge, Most Magical Time of the Year, Halloween Crafts All Year Round.

Happy Hot August, Everyone!

Hey, guys, you gotta check out this totally hand-drawn card I whipped up! I went all out, like a pro, for this month’s challenge. And guess what? The theme was all about that sweet yellow-green vibe, and I fully embraced it!

Now, here’s the thing, at first glance, it might seem a bit on the melancholic side, but don’t be fooled! The sentiment I added totally flips the script and brings in some lightheartedness to balance it all out. It’s all about that perfect blend of emotions, you know?

So, what’s the verdict? Do you love my artsy creation? Tell me your thoughts! 🎨😄

We worked our creative butts off to come up with something fresh and exciting, and I gotta say, we nailed it! This yellow-green theme is giving the perfect pop of color to our project. Can’t wait to see what everyone else brings to the table! 🎨🌟

Visit the Colorful Options Challenge to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Team. As always, you have until Monday, August 28th, 11:59pm US CST time, which translates to 5:59am on Tuesday, August 29th in the UK or 6:59am on Tuesday, August 29th in CET. By participating, you stand a chance to win an enticing $25 Simon Says Stamp Gift Card. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity!

Wishing all the entrants good luck! Here’s to an awesome month ahead! Have a blast, everyone!

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Critter Crazy Challenge.

Happy August, everyone! Are you ready to participate in the Colorful Options Challenge? Can you take a wild guess at the color(s) this month?

YELLOW-GREEN

Why not hop over to the Colorful Options Challenge and enjoy the extraordinary creations crafted by my exceptionally talented Design Team-mates? As always, you have until Monday, August 28th, 11:59pm US CST time, which translates to 5:59am on Tuesday, August 29th in the UK or 6:59am on Tuesday, August 29th in CET. By participating, you stand a chance to win an enticing $25 Simon Says Stamp Gift Card. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity!

Supplies used:

• Paper: Bristol Smooth Cardstock, Black from the stash
• Dies: Tim Holtz/Sizzix Perspective Butterfly
• Inks: Distress Oxide (Twisted Citron, Squeezed Lemonade, Mowed Lawn)
• Embellishments: Ranger/Tim Holtz Glitter Nightfall, FolkArt Dragonfly Glaze Green-Gold-Red Shift

Greetings and a very Happy August to all!

Attention, Star Wars enthusiasts and Crochet Peeps! Prepare to be amazed by my delightful Star Wars amigurumi creation, none other than BB-8! 🌟🤖

As we embrace the beginning of this fantastic month, I’m thrilled to announce a fresh challenge at Park Hopping My Happy Place. “Rollin’ Into August” is my design team contribution this month. Come on over, join the fun, and let your creativity soar! Be sure to check out all the fantastic projects and be part of our joyful crafting community.

 You’ve got until Thursday, August 31st, 11:59 pm US CST time (5:59 am Friday, September 1st UK time and 6:59 am Friday, September 1st CET) to dive into the fun of this month’s challenge. And guess what? There are fantastic prizes up for grabs! 🎁🌟 So, don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to join in the excitement, create something magical, and win!

Good morning, lovely people! It’s a bright and beautiful Tuesday, and I’ve got something truly magical in store for you. Today, I’m thrilled to share an enchanting unicorn-inspired fun fold card! So, gather around and let’s embark on a delightful crafting journey together! 🌈✨

I’m super excited to share this delightful Barbie pink card based on the same layout as my “999 Happy Haunts” design.

For this fun creation, I delved into my stash for some delightful supplies, including the adorable MFT Stamps’ Unicorns and Glitter set and the reliable Memento Black Ink. The magic doesn’t stop there—coordinating paper from DCWV’s “Unicorns and Rainbows” 12×12 cardstock adds a charming touch, while lovely pink paper from Gina K adds a splash of sweetness. And to bring these unicorns to life, I worked my magic with trusty Copic markers!✨🦄🎨

I know you can’t wait to see the process behind this enchanting card, and I promise an instructional video is just around the corner. I’m currently putting the finishing touches in the editing stage, so stay tuned for a journey you won’t want to miss! 🎥🌟

As we step into the wonderful month of August, an exciting new challenge awaits you at Park Hopping My Happy Place! And guess what? I’m thrilled to share my Designer Team contribution, “Sweet Unicorns,” with all of you! 🌈🦄 Let’s embark on this theme park-inspired journey together and create something truly enchanting!

Prepare yourself for a theme park-inspired crafting experience at Park Hopping My Happy Place! 🎉🏰🌈 Take a virtual stroll through our enchanting realm and be amazed by the incredible creations crafted by our talented Designers. It’s a journey filled with wonder and inspiration that you won’t want to miss. So, don’t wait any longer—visit us at https://parkhoppingmyhappyplace.com/ and immerse yourself in the joy of crafting! 🌟😊

Exciting news awaits! You’ve got until Thursday, August 31st, 11:59 pm US CST time (5:59 am Friday, September 1st UK time and 6:59 am Friday, September 1st CET) to dive into the fun of this month’s challenge. And guess what? There are fantastic prizes up for grabs! 🎁🌟 So, don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to join in the excitement, create something magical, and win big! Come on over and be part of the fun-filled community. Check it out now and let the crafting adventure begin! 🏰🦄🎨

Hello, fellow crafters! I hope you’re having a fantastic Sunday! Today, I wanted to share something truly magical with you: a card inspired by the enchanting Blizzard Beach. Join me on this creative journey as we dive into the world of crafting. I’ve prepared a special video tutorial along with a list of supplies you’ll need to make your own Blizzard Beach masterpiece. May this project fill your week with creativity and joy! Happy crafting! 🎨❄️ #MKCcreate #CraftingMagic

Supplies used:

• Paper: Whimsy Stamp’s Slimeline Paperpack Frozen, Tim Holtz paper, card base from the stash
• Versaclair Ink: Twilight
• Stamps: Craftin’ Desert Divas “Oh What Fun”
• Embellishments: Nuvo Drops in white, green glitter, white gel pen, Sprinkletz Snowflakes
• Prismacolor Pencils
• Sparkletz snowflakes (retired)

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place, NBUS Challenge, Tic Tac Toe Challenge (Any Color, Free, Sentiment = Blues & Greens, Winter, Yes – sentiment), Most Magical Time of the Year, Double D Challenge