Christmas is On the Way ...

Good Afternoon!

Christmas is only two days away so it seemed rather fitting to create a card using a stamp called 

'On the Way'. 

This card uses an older stamp from Lili of the Valley and is the card that I'l be giving my partner this year .. the stamp seemed perfect as it also includes a little pooch (we have a dog) and some Christmas foliage (I'm a keen gardener) so the stamp reminded me of us both ...

it's the little things lol

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'On the Way' Stamp

Magnolia Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Tinsel Ribbon, Paper Doily, Heart Embellishment, Silver Bells

Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Chunky White Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E00, E21, E29, E31, E33, E35, R11, R20, R37, R46, R59, 

YG63, YG67, G82, G85, W1, W2, W3, W5 & W7

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Merry Christmas with Tilda

Good Evening!

After sifting through my Magnolia stamped images last week I couldn't help but have another look through them all and pick another design to play along with! I used to craft with Magnolia stamps all the time but haven't done so for a while, so this card was made simply for fun!

I do love the older Christmas designs and this little tilda with a garland is ever so pretty.

 INGREDIENTS -

Magnolia Stamp & Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Paper Doily, Heart Button, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets & Shabby Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, E00, E21, E31, E33, E35, R11, R20, R37, R46, R59 & W1

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Penny Black Saturday December Challenge!

Good Evening!

There's still time to play along with our challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE and the theme is 'Anything Goes + Option of Sparkle & Shine!'

I've created a clean and simple card today and kept it as minimal as possible for me! I even kept the stamped image as black and white for the simplistic look. The stamp I've used is an oldie but one of my all time favourites! 

Unfortunately you can't tell on the photograph, but I have added some frantage embossing powder over the main image for an extra wintery effect ... I really need to find a way to improve my photographs of Clean & Simple cards.

 INGREDIENTS -

Penny Black Stamps

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Frantage Chunky White Embossing Powder

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

December's Creative Inspirations Challenge

Good Morning!

It's time for our December challenge over at
CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS! 

This month's theme is 'Festive Fun!' 
A nice and easy challenge for those of you still needing to make Christmas cards or even New Years cards ... This month the prize is from me and it's a selection of Crafting goodies.

 INGREDIENTS -

Snowman Magnolia Stamp (sorry I can't remember his name!)

Sentiment stamp from my stash

First Edition Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Paper Doily, Silver Bell, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets & Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, C5, C7, Y28 & B000

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

My Snowman Friend

Good Morning!

I'm still sharing the love for Christmas with you all today, this design was released a few years ago from LOTV and is called 'My Snowman Friend'.

 INGREDIENTS -

'My Snowman Friend' LOTV Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Paper Doily, Wooden Star, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets & Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E00, E21, E37, R11, R20,  

B000, B93, B95, B97,YR16, YR68, W1, W2, W3 & W5

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Happy Christmas to You

Here's a second card for you all this afternoon!

This digi is from Lili of the Valley and is called 'The Perfect Tree'. 

This image is great for both male and female recipients, it's such a cutie!

 INGREDIENTS -

'The Perfect Tree' LOTV Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E00, E21, E29, E31, E33, E35, E37, R11, R20, R35, R37, R59, G82, G85, 

B93, B95, B97, W1, W2, W3, W5 & W7

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

All Wrapped Up with LOTV

Good Afternoon!

Today's card is using an older LOTV stamp that is an oldie but a goodie! It wasn't previously available as a digi over on the etsy website but it should be available this week, so if you'd like it then just keep an eye out ... it's called 'All Wrapped Up'.

 INGREDIENTS -

'All Wrapped Up' LOTV Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E00, E21, E31, E33, E35, R11, R20, R35, R37, R59, YG63, YG67, W1 & W3

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

November's Creative Inspirations Challenge!

Good Afternoon!

It's time for a new challenge over at
CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS! 

This month's theme is 'Winter Blues!' 
This means we'd love the see creations using a cool colour scheme such as blue's / greys and/or images showing snow, ice, snowmen, winter activities ...

This month our prize is from ALL DRESSED UP and today's card is using one of their images.

 INGREDIENTS -

'3 Little Christmas Girls' All Dressed Up Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment

Maja Design Papers

Adhesive Star, Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Ribbon, Wooden Heart, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E00, E21, E31, E33, R11, R20, G82, G85, W1, W3 & W5

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

November's Penny Black Saturday Challenge

Good Afternoon!

Well we're steaming ahead into November already, it'l soon be Christmas!

 It's time for a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE today and the theme is 'Anything Goes + Option of Tags!'

I haven't played along with the option this month and instead opted for this Clean & Simple card. I've used a new stamp that was released this year and dug out my colouring pencils for the foliage parts of the design. I've had some Spectrum Noir pencils for years and I'm ashamed to admit this is the first time they've been used lol

 INGREDIENTS -

Penny Black Stamp 'Nature's Decor'

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Spectrum Noir Pencils & Copic Pens for the berries

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Penny Black Saturday October Challenge!

Good Evening!

It's time for a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE where the theme is 'Anything Goes + Option of Black, White & One other Colour!'

I've decided to play along with the option and my other colour is Gold. I've actually used 3 different shades of gold with the backing paper and embellishments all being slightly different golds. The stamp I've used is one of my all time favourites and you can guarantee that I'l make at least one Christmas card a year with it!

 INGREDIENTS -

Penny Black Stamp

Magnolia Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Christmas Sled

Good Afternoon!

Today's card is using a digi from the second Christmas Launch from LOTV, the adorable 'Christmas Sled'. These bunnies are great for adults and children alike! 

If you want it for yourself simply click the image below ...

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Christmas Sled' Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Seam Binding Ribbon & Wooden Star Button

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, R37, R46, R59, G82, G85, E00, E21, W1, W2 & W3

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Snowy Moon!

Good Morning!

Today you can all get your hands on the final Christmas Launch from LOTV, yay! 

As usual they have released another range of super cute designs and today I am sharing a card using one of them called 'Snowy Moon!'

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snowy Moon' Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Stickles 'Frosted Lace' (used on the stars)

Silver Glitter Organza Ribbon & Seam Binding Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, C5, YR17, YR68, Y28, G82, G85, R35, R37, R46, R59 & W1

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Snowy Robins!

Good Morning!

 We have another Christmas release this month from LOTV and I couldn't wait to colour this design in and share it with you all! This digi is called 'Snowy Robins' and is available today!

The sentiment that I have also used is from one of the older stamp sets but you can now purchase it in digi form over on the website if you don't already have it!

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snowy Robins' Digi Stamp

LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Silver Glitter Organza Ribbon & Seam Binding Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E29, E31, E33, E35, E37, G82, G85, R05 & R17

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Deer Pile

Good Evening!

It's back to the festive creations today with another Christmas card. 

This time though I've used a stamp by Stamping Bella which I bought earlier on this year, isn't it a cutie!

 INGREDIENTS -

Stamping Bella 'Deer Pile' Stamp

LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Glitter Organza & Seam Binding Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, C5, C7, E29, E37, B000 & W1

 Thanks for stopping by, hope you all have a lovely weekend!

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

All that Glitters is Gold!

Good Morning!

Today I'm sharing another festive make with a colour I simply don't use enough of as the main colour ... Gold!

This cute snowman is part of a recent release from LOTV and you can head straight to it by clicking the picture below. The sentiment is also a new release that you can find over on the website.

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Christmas Snowman 1' & LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Paper

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

White Star Organza & Gold Glitter Organza Ribbon

Stickles Frosted Lace

INKS USED -

C1, C2, C3, E29, E37, G82, G85, Y38, YR17 & YR68

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Merry & Bright with Lili of the Valley!

Good Morning!

I'm back with another sneak peek today from the upcoming LOTV release!

A little later than I'd hoped but unfortunately work got in the way. This cute snowman along with various other designs and Gnomes will be released tomorrow!

The photo is a little bit gloomy due to the fact we had torrential rain when I took it, typical British Summer!

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV Mini Snowman Digi & LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Seam Binding & Gold Organza Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, C2, E29, E37, R27, R35, R37, R46, G82, G85, YR17 & YR38

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Happy Christmas Branch

Good Morning!

I'm back with another sneak peek today from the latest LOTV release!

Tomorrow they are releasing some gorgeous Christmas designs and this classic design is called 'Happy Christmas Branch'.
I have kept my card simpler than usual to try and keep all the emphasis on the design.
Although I will admit I'm not overly happy with the photograph ...

 INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Happy Christmas Branch' Digi Stamp

Magnolia Paper

Doodlebug Sprinkles

Cheesecloth & Seam Binding Ribbon

Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

INKS USED -

C1, C2, E29, E31, E33, E35, E37, R05, R35, R37, R46 & W1

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Snow Bunny!

Good Morning!

I'm back with another sneak peek today from the upcoming LOTV release!

On the 25th of July they are releasing 9 new Christmas designs featuring bunnies,
this design is called 'Snow Bunny'.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snow Bunny' Digi & LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Seam Binding & Glitter Organza Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, E00, E21, E31, E33, R35, R37, R46, R59, YR17, YR38

B000, B00, B93, B95, G82, G85, W1, W2, W3, W5 & W7

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

Bunnies Decorating Tree!

Good Morning!

I'm back today with a sneak peek of a digi included in an upcoming LOTV release!

On the 26th of July they are releasing 9 new Christmas designs featuring bunnies, trust me they are all lovely but this one has to be my favourite! 

This design is called 'Bunnies Decorating Tree'.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Bunnies Decorating Tree' Digi & LOTV Sentiment Stamp

Maja Design Papers

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Berries, Wooden Star,

Twinklets Diamond Dust & Frantage Embossing Powder

Seam Binding & Glitter Organza Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, E00, E21, E31, E33, R35, R37, R46, Y28

B000, B00, B93, B95, G82, G85, W1, W2, W3, W5 & W7

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX

It's Beginning To Look a Lot Like Christmas?!

Good Morning!

Your eyes are not deceiving you, I have indeed got a Christmas card to share with you all today! I know it may seem strange making something Christmassy at this time of year but it's always good to make a head start on the cards.

This sweet Bear is from LOTV and can be found as a digi over on their etsy store HERE. He's one of my all time favourites and I don't think I could ever part with my rubber stamp!

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'James - Christmas Tree' Digi Stamp & LOTV Sentiment

Magnolia Papers

Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers & Doodlebug Sprinkles

Twinklets Diamond Dust Glitter & White Frantage Embossing Powder (used for the snow effect)

Cheesecloth, Paper Doily, Assorted Flowers & Glitter Organza Ribbon

INKS USED -

C1, E33, E35, E37, R35, R37, R46, R59, Y28

B000, B00, G82, G85, W1, W2, W3 & W5

 Thanks for stopping by,

HAPPY CRAFTING!

XXX