Kraftin Kimmie June Krafty Krop - Challenges #1, #2,#3 and #4

Hello friends! I had such a great day yesterday.  We got up and went to the Farmer's Market, we went to have a latte at my favorite little coffee shop downtown, did a little shopping with the fam and then I spent a good chunk of my day coloring several Krafty Kimmie Stamped images in celebration of their NEW RELEASE event.  Thanks to the modern marvel of technolody and smart phones I was able to keep up with all the posts and see the great creations using the fun new stamps!  

Today I spent a good chunk of my time taking my colored creations and making them into cards to fit 4 of the 5 special challenges that were issued by the Krafty Girls.  All in all, I would say that I had a really good crafty weekend (even if I may not have clean clothes to wear to work tomorrow - LOL).

Warning: This is a bit of a long post with all the cards. 

So here's what I've made to share with you for each of the challenges:

Kraftin Kimmie June Krafty Krop - Challenge #1 - Fussy Cutting

Stamps from "Smarty Pants" set 

This card will go to my daughter's favorite teacher.

The paper is from a pack I bought ages ago with the intent to catch up

on the school scrapbook pages (which are still waiting patiently). 

After coloring the image with my copics, I then fussy cut around the image. 

I then colored around the edge with a sharpie.

Not perfect, but pretty good considering I wasn't using my readers :o).

I didn't intend for the words on the chalkboard to look quite so smudged - but so it goes. 

I am entering card #1 in these other great challenges too:

Crazy 4 Challenges #241 - Sketch

Clear it Out Challenge Blog - Theme and Stash are both Anything Goes

Corrosive Challenge Blog Challenge #202 - Color Me Happy (use favorite coloring medium).

Now on to Card #2. 

Kraftin Kimmie June Krafty Krop - Challenge #2 - Paper Piecing

Stamps from "Angie"

This image is pretty easy to fussy cut around and do the paper piecing.  

I used some of my Doodle Bug papers for her robe and the background.

Of course, I had to use PINK as it is my favorite color :o)

I had a marker problem with my E59 and the hair got kind of tacky.

Still looks ok - but I know what I'll be doing before the next weekend.

Cleaning some markers :o)

 I am entering Card #2 in the these other great challenges too:

The Challenge #9 - Sketch

613 Avenue Create - Challenge #77 Anything Goes w/PINK

Sweet Stampin Challenge Blog - Paper Piecing

Loves Rubber Stamps Challenges #108 - Spots and Dots

Brown Sugar Challenge Blog Challenge #99 - Dots and/or Stripes

Let's Craft and Create #93 - Spots or Stripes

Next in the line-up is Card #3 - Take a look:

Kraftin Kimmie June Krafty Krop - Challenge #3 - Unconventional Colours

Stamps from  "Dream Big" set

So what's more unconventional than a pink elephant?

Makes me think of the song "Pink Elephants on Parade" and what 

might imagine seeing after a good bender - lol :o).

I bought this stamp set initially just for this darling image.  

This is a larger square card - 6 x 6 inches.  I started out thinking that I would 

make a round card but realized that I didn't have a die big enough to accomodate 

all that I wanted on the card.  So I traced a small plate and cut around it

(another example of fussy cutting - lol).  and then put it on the card base.

The clouds are made from the cupcake builder punch. 

Oops, I see that my circle got mounted crooked (guess the elephant is going uphill) and

I should have finished that little strip of grass at the bottom. Oh goodness!

Will have to get that done before I send it off. 

I'm entering this card in these other great challenges too:

Stamping Sensations June Challenge - Animal Antics

Divas by Design - 3 or More Layers

Pile it On #25 - Kawaii/Cute

And last but not least is card #4 - Check it out:

Kraftin Kimmie June Krafty Krop - Challenge #4 - All Things Shimmery

Stamp from "Smarty Pants" set

On this card I colored the stamped image with my new Stampin Up

blendabilities markers (outfit, books and apple) and copics.

Using up some more of that school dsp stash and cut out a big bright

shimmery star with my new Star dies.  Lots of glimmer on this baby :o)

This card will go to my niece's boyfriend for graduating college and getting

his first big job.  He is really smart and looks just a bit like this fella. 

I'm entering this card in these other great challenges too:

Imagination Crafts Challenge - All that Glitters June Challenge 

Freshly Made Sketches #141 - sketch

Crafting by Designs Challenges - June Anything Goes

Wow - so that's it from me (finally) tonight. Hope you enjoyed the cards that I've shared.

The KK Challenges are open until June 29th so you have time to join.  

These other fun challenges would probably love to see your cards in their galleries too. 

Til next time...hugs and happy crafting! D

52CCT June theme challenge - Reindeer

Hello friends! Happy weekend - whoo hoo!

Time for another fun weekly challenge at 52CCT.

Good gracious...here it is the 3rd week of June already.

How are you coming on your stash of Christmas cards so far?

If you need some inspiration and/or a jump start check out this week's theme. 

This week our hostess Louise has chosen Rudolph or Reindeer as the theme.

We have a guest designer us this month Marie from NJ Stamping Queen!

Please go visit her and say "hi"!  We are really happy to have her with us. 

Here's my DT card:

Digital image by Bugaboo digis "Reindeer Xmas Goodies"

Don't you just love the look on this fella's face?

Not sure what he might be thinkin' but it makes me giggle :o)

I've had this paper a long-time (as in forever) and am tickled to finally use it.

I also used up some bits and pieces that were on my desk - tickets & snowflakes. 

As a child, every Christmas season my sisters and I would watch Frosty the Snowman

 and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.  I loved Rudolph! My card is Rudolph when he 

was covering his red nose in mud because the other reindeer teased him and he was 

embarrased for the little girl reindeer to see it (suddenly can't remember her name).

I can remember feeling so sad that he was teased :o(

Do any of you remember that too?

LOL - a fun childhood memory.   

I am entering my card in the following great challenges:

ABC Christmas Challenges - "L for little gifts"

Holly Jolly Christmas Challenges - 3 Layers or More

Jingle Belles - A Christmas Story. Mine is Rudulph the red-nosed reindeer.

As you will see by the DT cards for 52CCT this week,

this theme can be interpreted so many ways.

You can make your card elegant, cute, vintage, CAS.

Please make sure though that the reindeer is the main focus on your card.

I hope to see your card in the 52CCT gallery this week!

Til next time...hugs and happy crafting! D

Kraftin' Kimmie Saturday Challenge #234 - Distress it

Hello friends!  This will be a quick post from me tonight 

as I'm scurrying to make the deadline for the 

Kraftin' Kimmie Saturday Challenge #234 - Distress it!

Here's my card - have a little "look see" please:

Stamp by Kraftin' Kimmie - Pippa Popcorn

I've had this image colored for a couple days but didn't get time until tonight to put it on a card.  As I was getting ready to do so we got a really big storm that blew through.  Loud thunder, hard rain that sounded like it might break the windows, and some lightning.  One of my little dogs was absolutely terrified and insisted that I hold her.  Poor little thing was shaking and panting really hard.  If I set her down she just crouched and got even more distressed.  Then she would try to keep jumping on my lap.  The other little dog was barking at me really bossy like as if to say "Momma, you need to help Pele".  

So as a result, I ended up quickly stamping a random pattern of tickets on a piece of 

kraft cardstock and adding simple layers and embellishments.  

I do like how it turned out still - even if it wasn't my original idea :o)

I'm also entering this card in The Crafter's Cafe Challenge #68 - Distress it.

So as I said...just a quick post.  Thanks so much for stopping by to visit me tonight.

Til next time...hugs and happy crafting! D

This little light of mine...I'm gonna let it shine

Hello dear friends!  Welcome to my newest follower Judith :o) 

So happy to have you along to share my crafty journey.  

I recently shared with you that I am now on the design team for Deedee's Digis.  

Today I have a card that I made using one of the Deedee's images called "Little Light".

You can find this awesome digital image and sentiments in the Deedee's Digital Store 

where it's currently a FREEBIE.  Yes, that's right I said FREEBIE - but only for awhile 

so don't delay in grabbing it. You will find it in the Newest Releases Section. 

My card today is made in memory of my beloved Grandma Hester 

who passed away recently (just a few days after she had her 98th birthday).  

Here's my card and my story about it is noted below:

Grandma Hester had a love for small children like no one else I've experienced in my life.  Even in her late 80's she could be seen crawling around on the floor with the toddlers.  She loved the Lord and was a faithful church goer.  Her very favorite song was "This Little Light of Mine".  She sang it to me and my sisters always when we were little (sometimes even after we were grown) and to our own children.  

Each and every week (at least once) she sang it to her Sunday school class. 

I nearly burst into tears when I saw this image and it's sentiments in Deedee's store because of the special meaning it has to me. It came out right after my Grandma passed away. As funny as this may seem it felt like a gift directly from the Lord to me.  I think the reality of losing her is just now hitting me and I miss her so very much more than words can express.  I was her very first Grand daughter and I believe that I held a very special place in her heart.  I know she did in mine.  

Thank you for letting me share my story and my card with you today! 

I am linking my card up atWord Art Wednesday - Challenge #137 (Scripture verse or uplifting sentiment) where Deedee's Digis is the sponsor of the challenge.

I am also entering my card in the following challenges:

Love to Create Challenge Blog Challenge #120 Anything Goes (my second entry)

Divas by Design - 3 or More Layers

Crafty Hazelnut's June Patterned Paper Challenge

We'd love for you to join us in Deedee's Digis Facebook group :o).

Thanks for stopping by to visit me today- I'm sure glad that you did! 

Til next time friends...hugs and happy crafting! D

 

HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY ATSM - Challenge #100 - Photo Inspiration

Hello friends!  ATSM Challenge #100 marks the 2nd year of Addicted to Stamps and More!  

Whoo Hoo!!

Thank you to our amazing leader Kylie who keeps it all fresh and fun for her DT team :o)

We've had so much fun inspiring you each week and seeing your amazing creations.  

How very blessed we are that you continue to support us and play along in our challenges.  

Take a look at the gorgeous Photo Inspiration we have for ATSM Challenge #100. 

So many possibilities with this one... rainbows, rain, umbrellas, summer, bright colors!

Our sponsor for ATSM Challenge #100 is Stitchy Bear's Digi Outlet

and they have generously provided our DT with some images to use for this challenge.

I made two cards this week to inspire you - take a look!

Sponsor image - BB Kakes  "Rainy Days"

I decided to make this a birthday card in celebration of ATSM's 2nd Birthday.

I used a combo of Stampin Up! new blendabilities markers 

(coastal cabana, old olive, daffodil delight) 

and copic markers (BG 10, R20, RV02, RV06, W0, W2, W4, N6).

Check out that paper - isn't it a great compliment to this image :o) LOVE it! 

I'm entering this card in the following challenges:

Crafting from the Heart - Challenge #23 "Anything Goes"

Sentimental Sundays - Challenge #211 "Animals"

Suzy Bee's Bloomin' Challenges #33 - Celebrate

Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper June Challenge

And now for my second card:

Sponsor image - Stitchy Stamps "Flip Flops"

I'm especially excited about how this card turned out.

Not only did I manage to do a fairly good job on coloring suntan skin,

but I also colored a beach scene.  Please forgive me if it seems that I'm

bragging - I'm just so excited, I can't help myself :o)

If you'd like to learn how to color a beach scene,   

There's a great photo tutorial on the Kraftin' Kimmie Challenge Blog

by Krafty Girl Deborah who shows us how to color a beach scene.

Go check out Krafty Tips & Tuts - Week #19 to learn how. 

I'm entering this card in the following challenges:

Crafty Girls Challenge #20 -Anything Goes

Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge: Sweet Pea (floral)

Fusion (the bright colors and flowers were my inspiration)

Love to Create Challenge Blog - Challenge #120 - Anything goes

613 Avenue Create - Challenge #76 - "Anything Goes w/ optional twist (no twist for me)

The rest of the talented team at ATSM have made some gorgeous 

cards to further inspire you to join our birthday celebration.

I hope to see your crafty creations in our gallery this week!

Please say "hi" while you're there too - we love to hear from you :o).

Til next time lovely friends...hugs and happy crafting! D

Something PINK with Sprinkles - Non-traditional hair color

Hello friends, so happy you've stopped by to visit me.  

Hope each of you is having a terrific and blessed day.

Today I have a card to share with you that I made to enter in the Lacy Sunshine Challenge Blog where the challenge is to use Goth or Non-Traditional Hair Color on your creation.  

Here's my card - take a little looky-see:

Digital image by Lacy Sunshine "Cupcake Sticky Wings"

I recently purchased a subscription to the BRAND NEW Lacy Sunshine Crafting magazine.  

In this issue there were two different sections on non-traditional hair colors. 

 I didn't have the exact copic colors noted for my pink hair, but it turned out pretty close. 

My daughter chose the color combo - isn't it fun?!

I am also entering this card in the following challenges:

Come and Get it Challenges - Fairy Fantasy

Seize the Birthday - Anything Goes 

Sister Act Challenges #61 - Anything Goes

Enjoying a very rainy spring day here.  I can just image my trees, bushes and flowers

smiling as they drink in the fresh rainwater.  A happy thought :o).

Til next time friends...hugs and happy crafting! D

Super DAD! - MTTC Challenge #251 - DL card

Hello everyone! Are you as happy as I am that that it's the weekend?

Well it's time for a new challenge at My Time to Craft Challenges.  

We have gone to a fortnightly format for the summer to allow both us and you 

more time to get your crafty projects submitted while still enjoying the weather, 

vacations, yard work...etc. Believe it or not...I love to do yard work :o)

The MTTC Challenge #251 is "Make it a DL card.

I had no idea what a DL sized card was. 

So I went right out and googled it on Ask.com.

Hey, that's what I do when I need to help my kids with homework :o). 

For those of you who also don't know what a DL card is, it's long and skinny 

and the measurements are 4.4 x 8.8 inches (4 1/4 x 8 3/4).

Here's what I made for my kids to give my husband on Father's Day:

Digital Image "Super Birdbrain" - From the Heart

I got this awesome digital image by participating in the 

From the Heart Free Digi Monthly Challenges.

Each month you participate in the challenge, you get a FREE digital image

 to use for the next month's challenge.  This image is called "Super Birdbrain". 

I knew as soon as I saw it that it would be perfect for my husband's Father's Day card.

Not to worry - he won't see this before Sunday.  He's very supporting (tolerant)

of my card making obession - but doesn't follow my blog (shame on him - lol). 

I think I also need to make a different one for my own wonderful Super Dad.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:

City Crafter Challenge Blog Week #215 - It's for the Birds

From the Heart - June Digital Stamp of the Month Challenge

Papertake Weekly - For the Boys

Penny's Paper-Crafty Challenge #181 - Anything Goes

My wonderfully talented DT pals over at MTTC have also made some jaw-dropping

beautiful creations to share with and inspire you to play along with us this fortnight

for MTTC Challenge #251 - Make it a DL.

Please go visit them and take a little "look-see" at what they've done.

Leave them a little love if you feel so inclined too :o)

I hope that you will decide to join us this week - I can't wait to see what you've made! 

Til next time friends and followers...hugs and happy crafting!