Sorry to see you leave

I'm having to say goodbye to some work friends who I have been with for 15+ years. I'm sorry to see them leave but wish them well in retirement. I made a couple of cards for my cheeky mentors who will be missed a great deal.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Some Odd Girl 'Pouting Tobie'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04

             Hair: E43  E44  E47

             Hat/Shoes: W00  W3  W5  YR02  YR14  YR18  E09

             Jeans: B91  B93  B95  B97  B99

             Top: Y11  Y15  Y26  E27, YR02  YR14  YR18  E09

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Garage Days' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Modern Stationary, Taylored Expressions Hexagonal Stacklets

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Twine.

I'm playing along with:

Shopping Our Stash #207: For the Boys
Cardz 4 Guyz #76: Use a Die or Punch
Artistic Inspirations #134: Anything Goes + Odd
Sentimental Sundays #264: Manly Cards
Crafty Card Makers #141: For a Man or Boy
Scrapping 4 Fun #45: Anything Goes (DT Fav!)

Sassy Studio Designs 6th Birthday Release Blog Hop

Greeting Blog Hoppers! Welcome to my stop, and the second to last on this amazing hop. I'm super excited to be a part of this wonderful birthday release as I've been a Sassy Fan for a few years now & lucky enough to be a Guest DT for this month. When I saw this superb image I had the perfect person in mind - my dear twin sister!

Unlike this amazing image (Oh those folds are to die for too!) my twin sister & I are not identical, but that didn't stop me from using it. Aren't they just gorgeous though?!...

Thanks for hopping by, please leave a comment (here and on all of the other blog hop sites) to be in the running to win all of the fabulous release images! Next stop on the hop is the talented Judy Rogers. If you are lost here is the hop list. All of the images will be available at the Sassy Studio Designs Shop.

SSD: http://sassystudiodesigns.blogspot.com/
Rachelle – http://www.imblackmartha.blogspot.com/
SaraP- http://sarascreativeadventures.blogspot.com/
Kim -http://itsallaboutcrafting.blogspot.com/
Samantha – http://designsbysammy.blogspot.co.uk/
Judy - http://jvzcreations.blogspot.com/
Debbie – http://www.craftingwhenican.blogspot.com/
Vanessa - http://www.saffiresstamping.blogspot.com/
Greg - http://latestwhims.blogspot.com/
Tanya - http://little-scrapper.blogspot.com/?hc_location=ufi
Cindy - http://cre8ivecindy.blogspot.com/
Jo D – http://www.helpyoufindit.blogspot.co.uk/
Kel – http://scrap-photograffs.com/
Carrie - http://carrieshandmadecards.blogspot.co.uk/
Chris - http://cattsscratchingpost.blogspot.ca/
Sara - http://luminousinmychaoticdreamslife.blogspot.com/
Valerie - http://lafeerieduscrap.blogspot.com/
Kitty – http://intruderlady.blogspot.com
Julie R – http://pumpkinbellycards.blogspot.co.uk/
Julie Ann – http://handcraftedbycharliesnanny.blogspot.co.uk/
Mayumi Adler FB April GD – http://mayumiscrapland.blogspot.com.es/?m=1
Alicia Borowski – May FB Progressive GDT-http://maxibellestudio.blogspot.com.au/ < < You are here!
Judy Rogers - http://craftygirlcardsandcrafts.blogspot.com/
SSD Store http://buysassystudiodesigns.blogspot.com/

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs 'Gemini Twins'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04  R20

             Hair: E53  E55  E57  E59

             Dress: G00  BG32  BG13  BG18

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Confetti' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Grand Circles, Taylored Expressions Label Stacklets 1, Magnolia Doohickeys Leaf & Swirl.

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Flowers, Lace, Shabby White Frantage.

I'm playing along with:

Fussy & Fancy #142: Fancy Folds
Dream Valley #109: Girly
Crafty Calendar Challenge #June: Fancy Fold
CCC Digi Creations #27: Not Quite Straight
Scrapping 4 Fun #45: Anything Goes
Crafty Gals Corner #25: Anything Goes
Penny's Challenge #233: Anything Goes

Wizardly Wishes

This weeks new challenge starting over at Outlawz Saturday Paper Ala Mode challenge is 'Twisted Easels'. It is sponsored by the talented Rick St Dennis. I used the magical Lil Wizard on my funky DT inspiration. This is also my final inspiration for Outlawz Saturday Paper Ala Mode as I will be moving onto a new Design Team in July.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Rick St Dennis 'Lil Wizard', Kaszazz 'Wishing You...' sentiment

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E11  E13

             Hair: C1  C3  C5

             Cape/Hat: Y11  Y13  Y15  Y17, BV000  BV00  BV02  BV13, V15  BV17  BV08

Papers: paper from the depth of my stash (unknown brand), cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Standard Circles, Memory Box Beloved Star (modified)

Other: White Opal Liquid Pearls, Buttons, Twine, Sequins, Ribbon.

I'm playing along with:

Fussy & Fancy #142: Fancy Folds
Wags n Whiskers #157: More than 1 Fold
Alphabet Challenge: J = Jewels
Little Red Wagon #295: Cute as a Button
Cute Card Thursday #379: Stars & Stripes
Creative Knockouts #95: Buttons
Shopping Our Stash #207: For the Boys
Cardz 4 Guyz #76: Use a Die or Punch

Enjoy your road ahead

This week's inspirational DT card for Dies R Us is for a dear work friend who I have been with for 15+ years. I'm sorry to see him leave but wish him well in his retirement. I made this card for my cheeky mentor who will be missed a great deal.

This will also be my final DT inspirational card for Dies R Us as I too will be moving on. I would like to thank all of the wonderful Dies R Us fans who have followed me for the last 18 months as part of the Dies R Us Inspirational Blog. No doubt I will be checking in to see the wonderful creations they will continue to showcase to inspire you.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Some Odd Girl 'Sneaky Boy Tobie'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04

             Hair: E44  E47  E49

             Top/Shoes: C00  C1  C3  R22  R24  R29  R59

             Jeans: B91  B93  B95  B97  B99

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Now Boarding' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Standard Circle, Memory Box Cityscape Silhouette, Cheery Lyn Designs Zig Zag Ric Rac

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Washi Tape, Button, Twine.

I'm playing along with:

Creative Knockouts #95: Buttons
Little Red Wagon #295: Cute as a Button
Scrap-Creations 1: Red, White & Blue
Loves Rubber Stamps #157: Use a Die
Cardz 4 Guyz #76: Use a Die or Punch (Top 3!)
Sentimental Sundays #264: Manly
Creative Craft Cottage #42: Spots or Stripes
Scribble & Scraps #Final: Anything Goes

Time Flies

I was the lucky Guest DT invite from the Art by Miran Challenge #32. I was thrilled to be able to work with such a wonderfully talented design team and even more excited to be bringing this lovely lass to life. As always the Art by Miran Challenge #35 is 'Anything Goes'. Here is my Guest DT inspiration for you using Lovely Irene.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Art by Miran 'Lovely Irene', Kaszazz 'Time Flies' sentiment.

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04  R20

             Hair: Y21  YR23  E35  E37

             Dress: G00  G82  G94  G99  W9

             Bird: RV10  RV32  RV34

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Fine & Sunny' paper pack, cardstock.

Dies: Cheery Lyn Designs Birdcage & Waltzing Matilda Doily.

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Wink of Stella, Flower, Lace, Ribbon, Enamel Dots.

I'm playing along with:

Brown Sugar #152: Summer Fun
Papertake Weekly: Trio-Tastic (x3 DP's & Enamel Dots)
Loves Rubber Stamps #157: Use a Die
Dream Valley Challenge #109: Girly
Whimsy Inspires #84: Use Ribbon, Lace or Twine
Melonheadz Friends: Summer Fun
Fan-Tastic Tuesday #91: Anything Goes + Summer
Crafty Ribbons #122: Anything Goes
Crafty Gals Corner #25: Anything Goes
Penny's Challenge #233: Anything Goes

A Sassy Birthday

Joining in with the Sassy Studio Designs Progressive Challenge, using this months free image - Birthday Cake Sassy.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs Birthday Cake Sassy

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E11  E13  R20

             Hair (Pink): R81  RV34  R39  R89

             Dress (Greens): BG11  BG53  BG57  BG18

             Boots (Black): C3  C5  C7  C9

Papers: Fancy Pants 'Trend Setter' paper pack, Glitter cardstock, cardstock.

Dies: Spellbinders Label 38, Docrafts Xcut Large Balloons

Other: Rhinestones, Wink of Stella.

I'm playing along with:

Sassy Studio Designs Facebook Progressive Challenge #June

Creative Craft Cottage #42: Spots or Stripes

Crafting When We Can #97: Favourite Colour Combo (Teal, Pink & Red)

Scribble & Scraps #Final: Anything Goes

Crafty Catz Weekly #284: Different Coloured Hair (Top 3!)

Oh Happy Day!

This weeks new challenge starting over at Outlawz Saturday Paper Ala Mode challenge is 'to use anything but Alcohol Markers to colour cards'. It is sponsored by Sherri Baldy's Scrapbook Stamp Society. So please come over & join in the fun.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sherri Baldy My Bestie ?

Distress Markers: Skin: Vintage Photo, Tattered Rose, Aged Mahogany

                             Hair: Walnut Stain, Antique Linen

                             Dress: Mowed Lawn, Pickled Raspberry, Peacock Feathers

                             Flower/Raincoat: Mustard Seed, Rusty Hinge, Pumice Stone

                             Shoes: Rusty Hinge, Vintage Photo
                             Hearts/Water: Peacock Feathers, Tumbled Glass

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Confetti' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Docrafts Xcut Parenthesis 1, Spellbinders Umbrella Trio

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Flower, Rhinestones, Wink of Stella.

I'm playing along with:

My Besties Aussie Challenge #6: Use Dies
Besties Challenge #12: Anything Goes
Cute Card Thursday #378: Add a quote
Crafty Sentiments: Anything Goes
V's Sweet Ideas #35: Favourite Technique (I love playing with Watercolours at the moment. They give such a soft delicate effect, different from Copics)

It's a Sassy Party!

This month I'm a Guest Designer for Sassy Studio Designs & this week's Flash Back Friday is Buttercream Babe Sassy. Here is the some fun birthday inspiration for you.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs 'Buttercream Babe Sassy'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00 E11  E13  R20

             Hair: Y11  Y15  Y17  E15

             Red: R22  R17  R29  R39

             Blue: B00  B12  B14

             Green: Y00  YG01  YG13

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Fine & Sunny' paper pack, Glitter cardstock, cardstock.

Dies: Memory Box Curled Ribbons & Banner Parade, Docrafts Xcut Large Balloons, Spellbinders Grand Oval.

Other: Liquid Pearls - White Opal, Flamingo, Baby Blue & Avocado.

I'm playing along with:

Glitter & Sparkles #141: Include a Die
Scrapping 4 Fun #44: Birthday
Penny's Challenge #232: Anything Goes
Crafty Sentiments: Anything Goes
Crafting By Designs #June: Anything Goes
Craft Your Passion #266: Anything Goes
LTSCB #56: Anything Goes
Avenue 613: Anything Goes

Butterfly Princess

This week's inspirational DT card for Dies R Us is a vintage card with a splash of colour featuring this stunning image by Saturated Canary.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Saturated Canary 'Butterfly Princess', Kaszazz 'Love Stamp'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04  R20

             Hair: E31  E35  E57  E29  RV10  RV14  RV19

             Dress:  G00  BG32  BG13  BG18

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Telegraph Road' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Dies R Us Butterflies, Magnolia Doohickey Vintage Daisies, Lala Land Eiffel Tower

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Rhinestones, Pearls, Wink of Stella.

I'm playing along with:

Papertake Weekly: Oh So Pretty
Glitter & Sparkle #141: Include a Die
Sparkles Forum #69: Vintage or Shabby Chic
Inky Chicks #52: Butterflies

The Paper Shelter #208: Make it Digital (image)
Morgan's Artworld #1: For the Ladies (DT Fav!)
Allsorts #315: Flower Power
Simply Create Too #88: Old, Vintage, Shabby Chic
Crafters Cafe Blog #121: At the Movies (To Paris with Love)

Glamorous Girl

This month I'm a Guest Designer for Sassy Studio Designs and they are sponsoring Fab n Funky's Challenge #263. The theme is Gorgeous Girls and here is my Guest DT card using Sassy's Bloom.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs 'Bloom', Kazazz 'Shine' sentiment

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E11  E13  R20

             Hair: E07  E09  E18  E49

             Dress: YG11  G12  G24  G94, RV10  RV32  RV34  E04

             Umbrella: G00  G82  G94  G99, YR20  YR24  E35, RV10  RV32  RV34  E04

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Key To My Heart' paper pack, cardstock

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Wink of Stella, Lace, Pearls, Flowers, Perfect Pearls 'Rust'.

I'm playing along with:

Papertake Weekly: Oh So Pretty
Creative Craft Cottage #41: Flowers
ABC Challenge: L is for Lace
Sparkles Forum #69: Vintage or Shabby Chic
Allsorts Challenge #315: Flower Power
Whimsy Inspires $84: Ribbon, Lace or Twine
Brown Sugar #150: In the Garden
Inky Impressions #214: Summertime (Winner!)
Crafty Sentiments: Anything Goes
Penny's Challenge #232: Anything Goes

Top Chef!

A brand new challenge is starting over on the Dies R Us Challenge Blog. Challenge #27 is all about 'Flags & Banners'. To be in the running for the $10 voucher to the Dies R Us Store just use a die on your creation, how simple is that?! Here is my yummy DT inspiration for you!

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: The Paper Shelter 'Trattoria Shelter'

Copics: Skin: E00  E11  E13  E15

             Hair: C5  C7  C9
             Hat/Top: W00  W1  W3
             Apron:  E22  E24  E27  E29  E59

             Pants: B93  B97  B99

             Shoes: R29  R59  C7  C9  100

             Fork: W4  W6  W7
             Food:  E50  E53  E55  E57  E59,   R27  R19  R59  R89  W3

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Class Act' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Lala Land Folding Banner, Memory Box Banner Parade, Docrafts Xcut Circles

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Black Alpha squares, Buttons, Twine.

I'm playing along with:

Crafty Card Makers #141: For a Man or Boy
CCC Digi Creations #27: Not quite straight
Avenue 613: Anything Goes + Flags
Just Us Girls #297: Stacked Die Cuts (Banner)
Snarky Stampers: D is for Dudes
Digi Galore #June: Father's Day
Dream Valley #108: Father's Day
Glitter & Sparkle #141: Include a Die cut
LTSCB #56: Anything Goes
Craft Your Passion #266: Anything Goes

Shadow Box Birthday

The new challenge starting over at Outlawz Saturday Paper Ala Mode challenge is to create a 'Shadow Box' card with a twist of Masculine/Fathers Day. I started off with this tutorial and then tweaked the dimensions to suit an unfolded A5 card. It is sponsored by Bugaboo. So please pop over & join in the fun. 

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Bugaboo Stamps 'Birthday Elephant'

Copics: Elephant: B0000  B00  B12  B14  RV000  R20

             Hat/Candle: YR14  YR18  E09

             Balloons: YG01  YG13  YG17, Y11  Y15  Y19

Papers: Crafters Choice 'Safari' paper pack, glitter cardstock, cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Standard & Grand Circles, Docrafts Xcut Large Balloons

Other: Star Brads, Twine, Kindyglitz.

I'm playing along with:

Simply Create Too #87: Masculine
Pile It On #72: For a Man
Papertake Weekly: Something for the Boys
Crafty Sentiments: For a Man (Top 3!)
Crafting for all Seasons #104: It's a Boy thing
Melonheadz: Bright Colours
Crafty Calendar Challenge #June: Fancy Folds
Left of Centre #82: For the Boys
Cut It Up #73: Stars & Stripes (Top 3!)
Scrapping 4 Fun #44: Birthday (DT Fav!)

Create Happiness

This week's inspirational DT card for Dies R Us is a soft summery one using some simple and delicate dies.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Make It Crafty Summer Dreams

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04  R20

             Hair: E11  E13  E15  E18

             Dress: B0000  B91  B95  B97

             Ribbon/Shoes: E44  E47  E49

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Blubelle' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Kaisercraft Lace Border, Cheery Lyn Designs Lace Corner Deco B, Spellbinders Label 36, Spellbinders Grand Oval

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Wink of Stella, Shabby White Frantage, Pearls, Flowers.

I'm playing along with:

Sentimental Sundays #262: A Touch of Vintage
Creative Craft Cottage #41: Flowers
Clear It Out: Theme: Blue + Stash: Blue Things (Flowers)
Tuesday Throwdown #248: Frame It
Fussy & Fancy #141: Distressed
V's Sweet Ideas #35: Favourite Technique (Shabby Chic) (Winner!)
Artistic Inspirations #133: Anything Goes + Layers
Sister Act #110: Anything Goes
Crafting By Designs #June: Anything Goes
Crafters Cafe Blog #120: Anything Goes

You Rock!

This month I'm a Guest Designer for Sassy Studio Designs & this week's Dare To Be Sassy Thursday Challenge #285 is 'Just Fold It'. Check out my simple template for this great fold HERE. I've used the funky Sock Hop Sassy for my card.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Sassy Studio Designs 'Sock Hop'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E21  E11  E04  R20

             Hair: C5  C7  C9  100

             Skirt: W1  B0000  B91  B93  B95  B97

             Top/Shoes: Y21  Y23  Y26  E35

Papers: Fancy Pants 'Park Bench' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Frantic Stamper Musical Score

Other: Black alpha squares, Rhinestones, Wink of Stella.

I'm playing along with:

4 Crafty Chicks #250: Polka Dots
Melonheadz: Bright Colours
Crafty Calendar Challenge #June: Fancy Folds
Loves Rubber Stamps #155: Spots & Dots (DT Fav!)
Eureka Stamps #144: +3 DP's (Winner!)
Use Your Stuff #187: Sentiment
Whismy Inspires #83: Anything but a Square Card
Crafters Cafe Blog #120: Anything Goes

Glitter & Sparkles #140: Anything Goes

Swan Ride

There is a new challenge starting over at the Southern Girls Challenge Blog. Challenge #112 is Tic Tac Toe. Here is my DT inspiration for you using the top line of Lace/Patterned Paper/Roses. It is sponsored by Ppinkydolls and The East Wind.

and here is the Tic Tac Toe grid.

LACE	PATTERNED PAPER	ROSES
TWINE	GOLD	MIST
GLITTER	DIE/PUNCH	RIBBON

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Ppinkydolls 'Swan Girl'

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E11  E13  R20

             Hair: Y21  Y26 YR24  E25

             Dress: YG11  G12  YG45  G28

             Tights: B41  B02  B04

             Swan: W00  W1  W4  W6  YR02  YR14  YR18

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Blae & Ivy' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Spellbinders Label 36

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Shabby White Frantage, Flowers, Lace, Pearls, Kindyglitz.

I'm playing along with:

Fab n Funky #263: Fantasy & Fables (Swan Lake)
Penny's Challenge #231: Favourite Embellishment (I just love flowers with lace & a touch of Frantage at the moment)
Inky Impressions #213: Something's in the Air (Swan) (Top 3!)
Shopping Our Stash #205: Cute Critter Alert
Eureka Stamps #144: x3 or more Patterned Papers
Sweet Stampin Challenge: Something Old & Something New (Old = Papers, New = Image)
Artistic Inspirations #133: Anything Goes + Layers

Morgans ArtWorld Blog Hop

Welcome to my stop on the Morgans ArtWorld new release Blog Hop.

You should have arrived from Billie.

If you've just happened upon this blog hop and want to start from the beginning head over to Morgans ArtWorld Challenge Blog.

Here is my project using the brand new images Fairy Wishes.

For the next stop and more inspiration head over to Julie.

Just in case you get lost along the way here is the full list of blogs.

Morgans ArtWorld: http://morgansartworld.blogspot.com.au/

                             Cathie: http://houseofborowski.blogspot.com.au/                             

Lynn: http://lynnpenguinscreativecorner.blogspot.ca/

Billie: http://stampinwithinkonmyfingers.blogspot.com/

                                   Alicia: http://maxibellestudio.blogspot.com.au/  <<< you are here

Julie: http://muddypawsinkyfingers.blogspot.com./

Traci: http://craftycrested.blogspot.co.uk/

Ana: http://theredmulletband.blogspot.com.

Lisa: http://www.craftytrain.blogspot.co.uk/

Natalie: http://kunst-by-me.blogspot.de/

Tracey: http://mowbraydesigns.blogspot.co.uk/

Dianne: http://crazycraftshed.blogspot.co.uk/

Ema: http://www.ema-gination.com/

Collette: http://collette-heavensent.blogspot.com

Sande: http://sandensupinat.blogspot.fi/

All of these images will be available for purchase in Morgan's new online store: http://www.faeentertainment.ecrater.com/

Don’t forget to leave some love on each stop along the way and become a follower of the challenge blog and you could be in the running to win the whole release of images and  an original coloured image by Morgan.

Card ingredients include:

Stamps: Morgan Fitzsimons 'Fairy Wishes;

Copics: Skin: E000  E00  E11  E13

             Hair: E31  E33  E37

             Dress: YG11  G12  G24  G94  R81  R83  R85

             Flowers: R81  R85  R89

Papers: Kaiser Craft 'Miss Nelly' paper pack, cardstock

Dies: Taylored Expressions Label Stacklets 1

Other: Vintage Photo Distress ink, Shabby White Frantage, flowers, lace, rhinestones, Kindyglitz.


I'm playing along with:

Melonheadz: Flowers Everywhere
Crafting Musketeers #26: Shades of Summer
CCC Digi Creations #26: Layer It Up
As You Like It: Favourite Flower & Why (I love roses because they are elegant, fragrant, delicate & colourful)
Penny's Challenge #230: Anything Goes
Papertake Weekly: Anything Goes
Loves Rubber Stamps #154: Anything Goes