Greetings, everyone! I hope you’re enjoying this lovely Sunday afternoon. Today, I delved into the world of postage collage dies once again and had a delightful crafting session. This time, I decided to pair the collage die with stamps from Popsiclesticks & The Sassy Stamps.

Inspired by the exquisite black swallowtail butterfly, I carefully curated a color palette that would bring my creation to life. Although I may not consider my coloring to be my absolute best, I believe the chosen colors perfectly captured the essence of my inspiration.

To give you a glimpse into my creative process, I’ve taken a snapshot of the supplies I used. Crafting is such a rewarding experience, and I find joy in every moment spent bringing my ideas to life.

Wishing all fellow crafters a fantastic week ahead filled with inspiration and creativity. Until next time, happy crafting!

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place, SSS Wednesday Challenge, Shopping Our Stash, NBUS Challenge, Die Cut Divas

Happy Sunday, lovely crafters! 🌼✨ Guess what Santa brought me this Christmas? The delightful Waffleflower Postage Collage Die! 🎅🎁 I finally carved out some time to dive into its creative wonders, and oh boy, the results are practically perfect in every way! 🌂💖

You know, I’ve always believed that this die set is like the Mary Poppins of crafting—it pairs magically with any Kindred Stamps set out there! 🌟 So, naturally, I couldn’t resist the charm of the Perfect Nanny set. Because, let’s be real, who doesn’t adore a bit of Mary Poppins fan art? 🌂👜✨

After die-cutting, I stamped a few whimsical images using my trusty Memento Black ink. 🖤 Then I spent some time adding a touch of Copic coloring. 🎨 To add that extra touch of flair, I incorporated various Postage Stamps from Waffleflowers and added delicate highlights with a white gel pen. ✒️💕

Well, I couldn’t stop there! 💌 I whipped up a coordinating envelope adorned with stamps celebrating the timeless Mary Poppins film. Because, honestly, if we’re going to create, let’s make it practically perfect from start to finish! 🌈✉️

Curious about the reference behind one of the stamps? 🤔 Leave me a comment below—I’d love to chat about why I chose each one. Happy crafting, and may your creations be as magical as a spoonful of sugar! 🥄✨

Challenges entered: Park Hopping My Happy Place, Craft Roulette, Double Trouble Challenge, NBUS Challenge, SSS Monday Challenge, SSS Wednesday Challenge

Greetings, craft enthusiasts! Sending out those fantastic Happy New Year vibes to each and every one of you! 💃

I’m absolutely thrilled to unveil my latest masterpiece – behold, the adorable unicorn creation! It’s like having your very own super soft plushie pillow, and I can’t wait to share all the crafty details.

For that irresistibly cute factor, I went for a simple Kawaii-style coloring using my trusty Copics. To add an extra layer of excitement, I incorporated a few elements from the Craft Roulette for that element of surprise. The cherry on top, though, is the vibrant color palette inspired by this month’s Colorful Options Challenge. 😁

Can you believe we’ve already stepped into a brand-new month? Let’s kick it off with an abundance of positive vibes and make this one the best yet! 📆✨ Presenting my contribution for the Design Team in the Colorful Options Challenge – because who says crafting can’t be a celebration? Cheers to a month filled with creativity and joy! 🎨✂️

Get ready to be blown away by the jaw-dropping creations from our incredibly talented Design Team showcased on the challenge page. Trust me, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss out on!

For the Colorful Options Challenge, mark your calendars because the deadline for submitting your masterpiece is Sunday, January 28th, at 11:59 pm US CST time. International pals, that translates to 5:59 am on Monday, January 29th in the UK, or 6:59 am on Monday, January 29th in CET. Navigating time zones can be a bit tricky, so set those alarms and get ready to shine! 🌍⏰✨

Here’s the deal: those fabulous prizes won’t land in your hands unless you throw your hat into the ring. So, why wait? Dive into the excitement, join the creative party, and let your artistic brilliance take center stage! 🎨🥳

A colossal shoutout to all you amazing entrants out there – best of luck to each and every one of you! 🌟 You’ve got this, rock it like the stars you truly are! 🤘

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope everyone had a peaceful and warm holiday. I have a mixed-media art piece to share today. I used the palette from the Colorful Options Challenge, January 2024 for the inspiration. 

I started the artwork on a 6×6 canvas using Strathmore’s Acrylic Paper, introducing textural elements with Distress Grit Paste Snowfall along the edges. Once this was dry, I applied a layer of white gesso to the surface. Using a palette of Distress Paints, including Kitsch Flamingo, Lumberjack Red, Stormy Sky, Prize Ribbon, and Salvaged Patina, I covered the background and let it dry. Not finding the exact shade of purple I desired, I crafted a custom blend using Lumberjack Red, Stormy Sky, and Prize Ribbon.

My next step was a whitewash using Picket Fence, followed by dry brushing the edges with Villaneous Potion, applied with a brayer. The last step on my background was sporadically sponging a bit more white.  After the surface dried, I employed a mushroom stencil, spray-painting it in black, and applied a shimmering glaze in shades of blue, green, and violet. For the undersurface of the mushrooms, I used a combination of the aforementioned paints, anchoring them with a grass base to avoid the appearance of floating.

The final touch involved framing the artwork in a simple black frame, rendering it ready for display.

Visit the challenge to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Teams. You can’t win without entering! Come join the fun!! For the Colorful Options Challenge, you have until Sunday, January 28th, 11:59pm US CST time, which translates to 5:59am on Monday, January 29th in the UK or 6:59am and on Monday, January 29th in CET.

Wishing all the entrants good luck! Have a blast, everyone!

Challenges entered: Double Trouble Challenge, Park Hopping My Happy Place,SSS Monday Challenge

Happy New Year, fellow crafters! 🎉 Today, I’m thrilled to share the mischievous charm of my adorable kitties! 🐾 Taking inspiration from the Secret Lives of Pets ride at Universal Studios, Hollywood, I dove into my treasure trove of Lawn Fawn goodies this month.

To set the purr-fect scene, I played with Distress Oxide Sprays on watercolor paper for the background, creating a whimsical backdrop that brings the whole project to life! 🎨✨

And guess what? This creation is my design team entry for Park Hopping My Happy Place this month! 🏰💖 Join me in this crafting adventure as we explore the joy of turning memories into art. Can’t wait to see your crafty wonders too! 🌟🎨 #CraftingAdventures #HappyPlaceMagic ✨

Visit the challenge to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Teams. You can’t win without entering! Come join the fun!! For the Park Hopping My Happy Place challenge, you have until Wednesday, January 31st, 12:00noon US CST time, which translates to 12:00noon on Thursday, February 1st in the UK or 12:00noon on Thursday, February 1st in CET.

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

Hello, lovely crafters! Wishing you all a fabulous New Year filled with creative inspiration. Today, I’m excited to share a clean and simple (CAS) card that I’ve crafted. For this project, I delved into my stash; and found a few treasures from Whimsy Stamps.

A touch of simple stamping and a bit of Copic coloring brought this card to life. I added dimension with a hint of foam tape, and voila – a charming creation ready to be admired.

I’m thrilled to present my entry for the delightful challenge, Park Hopping My Happy Place. This art and craft challenge draws its inspiration from the enchanting artistry found in theme parks across the globe. As a dedicated crafter, I found my muse in the magical realms of two particular attractions – The Secret Lives of Pets ride at Universal Hollywood and the dynamic Super Hero Island at Islands of Adventure.

Join me on this crafting adventure inspired by the wonders of theme parks, where imagination knows no bounds. May this entry bring a touch of that magical park atmosphere into your creative space. Here’s to the joy of crafting and the enchantment found in our happy places!

Visit the challenge to check out the amazing creations from the talented Design Teams. You can’t win without entering! Come join the fun!! For the Park Hopping My Happy Place challenge, you have until Wednesday, January 31st, 12:00noon US CST time, which translates to 12:00noon on Thursday, February 1st in the UK or 12:00noon on Thursday, February 1st in CET.

Wishing all the entrants good luck! Have a blast, everyone!

Hello everyone! It’s such a pleasure to be here today. I’m excited to share a card with you that’s sure to bring a smile to your face. With Rosie & Bernie leading the way, this whimsical card is a true work of art. Inspired by the talented AmyR at Prarie Paper & Ink, I just had to give it a try. The endless possibilities of this card style are truly amazing. I’ve been wanting to make one for a while now, but with the holidays, time got away from me. This morning, I finally had a moment to bring my vision to life and I’m so happy with the result. I also added some elements from yesterday’s Craft Roulette to give it that extra special touch. Thank you for letting me share my creation with you.

Background: Hero Arts 6×6 cling stamp with Antique Linen Distress Oxide. Tim Holtz’s Ticket Booth CMS377 with Ground Expresso. Peacock Feathers paint. Splatter with Ground Expresso, Peacock Feathers, and Worn Lipstick.

Focal Image: Stampingbella Rosie & Bernie Love to Explore colored in: Worn Lipstick, Peacock Feathers, Ground Expresso mixed with Rusty Hinge, Tattored Rose, Spun Sugar, Lost Shadow with the addition of Perfect Pearls in Blush and Turquoise.

Sentiment: Tim Holtz’s Tiny Text and Ranger white embossing Powder.

Happy New Year Everyone! 

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Crafting Happiness Challenge, Double Trouble Challenge (I used a die to cut Rosie & Bernie), NBUS Challenge, Park Hopping My Happy Place (Wilderness Explorers at Animal Kingdom),

Hello, everyone! I hope you’re having a great Sunday. I’ve been admiring the beautiful cards that people are creating with the Waffleflower postage collage die set. Unfortunately, I don’t have that set, but I’m determined to work with what I have. As they say, “You have what you have, and don’t throw a fit.” So, I’m looking forward to doing some crafting today with the supplies I have on hand.

I followed a two-step process to create my stamps. Firstly, I used a trimmer to cut the stamps to the desired size. Next, I used a pair of precision thinning scissors to create the unique stamp edges. It’s a timeless technique that perfectly captures the desired aesthetic.

I tapped the stamps onto my stamping platform and selected various TH stamps from my collection. Most of the images were from Stampers Anonymous’ Holiday Postmarks CMS323. I used Distress Oxide Inks in Lumberjack Red, Rustic Wilderness, Stormy Sky, and Ground Espresso, followed by Archival Ink in Black Soot. After that, I cut a postage background in red and assembled it onto a white card base.

Enjoy!

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place (owl post),

Hello, fellow crafters! Wishing you all a delightful Friday evening. I had the pleasure of creating a Clean and Simple (CAS) card tonight—well, CAS according to my own standards. As part of tonight’s creative challenge, I decided to draw inspiration from the vibrant colors of a dinner table setting. Navigating through Sara Ranea Clark’s color box, here’s the captivating palette that caught my eye.

Why not indulge in a breakfast-themed supper? I adore the blend of the middle three colors. First, I masked off the center of the cardstock and inked it with Picked Raspberry edging it with Aged Mahogany. The inky center was adorned with splatters of Antique Bronze Mica spray, adding a touch of vintage elegance.

The skyline took shape through the application of white embossing powder, creating a striking contrast against the rich hues. For the sentiment, I opted for the warmth of Ancient Amber embossing powder from Emerald Creek, lending a touch of antiquity to the piece. Interestingly, it seems I’m without a traditional bronze embossing powder in my collection, but the substitution with Ancient Amber seems to be a good substitution.

I then just layered it with some coordinating cardstock. Enjoy!

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place (UK Pavillion – Epcot), Tic Tac Toe Challenge (Stamping=skyline,Free=embossing,Layers=border), SSS Wednesday Challenge

Hello Crafting Crew! Happy Sunday Funday to all my fellow artisans out there! Spent my morning immersed in the world of ink and paint, inspired by the incredible artists on YouTube. Today’s experiment led me to create a three-paneled background on a z-fold slim line card, measuring a cozy 3.5″x 8.5″. Each art panel is a neat 0.25″ smaller, allowing for a contrasting border.

After carefully cutting the panels, I secured them to my trusty craft mat and began playing with my TH Distress Oxide inks. The color palette du jour featured Spun Sugar, Salvaged Patina, Salty Ocean, Kitsch Flamingo, Cracked Pistachio, Mustard Seed, Black Soot, and Picket Fence. The inks did not allow for all the effects I was trying to achieve and I had to enlist the help of Distress Paint for additional layers. Some panels were masked off with precision using masking tape, while others were freehand strokes. Various TH stencils played a supporting role both in ink and paint.

Once the layers were complete I added some TH gents in black cardstock and the heartfelt sentiment, “Thinking Of You” from some Salty Ocean gel print done a few years back.

Apologies for the photo quality—I’m still working on mastering the art of photography & capturing these creations in all their glory. Keep crafting and creating, my friends! 🎨✨

Challenges entered: Craft Roulette, Park Hopping My Happy Place (Ink & Paint Shop at the Art of Animation Hotel), NBUS Challenge, Pammies Inky Pinkies, Tic Tac Toe Challenge (stripes=in the background,free=die cut,flowers=the stencil used in the UR hand corner)