Wednesday 30 January 2019

Bundled Up Layout - FotoBella DT

Hi Friends,
This layout features the BoBunny - Winter Getaway Kit.   I found the perfect papers to frame the sweet photos of my nephew all bundled up on a chilly day.  I personally struggle with little boy layouts and find them a bit challenging but the simple doodle style snowflake designs were just what was needed. You can find the complete step by step tutorial for my cute Winter layout HERE on the FotoBella Blog.


This project is entered into the following Challenges:
FotoBella Supplies:
BoBunny (Winter Getaway) I Want It All Bundle

Coordinating Double Dot Paper

Other Supplies:
card stock (blue & red), transparency, ink pad (silver & blue), clear glitter embossing powder, heat tool, craft knife, chipboard snowflake, white crackle paint, snowflake embellishments, white dimensional paint, 4 photos, foam tape

Sunday 27 January 2019

Family Winter Layout - CE Challenge

Today I am sharing my simple and quick layout using the BoBunny - Winter Getaway Kit.  I was inspired by the many natural elements in the moodboard below such as wood grain.  The chose a light background with a corner cluster of forest creatures.  I also used wooden snowflakes to continue that natural feel of the layout.  I added a bit of glitter to some of the background snowflakes to make them pop.  Finally, I draped the banner from the large title by tying it around the end flourishes. 

This layout is submitted to the following challenges...
Off the Rails Scrapbooking (New Beginnings)
Get Creative Challenges #76 (Anything Goes)
Crafting From the Heart Challenge Blog #235 (Anything Goes)
The Paper Girls Challenge Blog (#168 Sparkle & Shine)

Creative Embellishments January Challenge (Moodboard)


FotoBella Supplies:
BoBunny (Winter Getaway) I Want It All Bundle
Coordinating Double Dot Paper

Other Supplies:
baker's twine, chipboard title (Creative Embellishment), wooden snowflake embellishments, foam tape

Saturday 26 January 2019

Drinks & Inks

Again, I was tempted to enter the world of CAS (clean & simple).  I hope you like the subtle hints of lime green.  I added Glossy Accents clear gloss medium over the martini glass that gave it a perfect shiny finish.

This card is submitted into the following challenges...
Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge (Drinks & Inks)
Artistic Inspiration Challenge Blog #211 (Anything Goes)

Color Dare Challenge #326 (Splash of Color - B&W +1 color)

Friday 25 January 2019

Cocoa with a Fox

Check out more cards using BoBunny - Winter Getaway KitHERE
Notice how I added glitter to the swirl of steam and that I created a
faux stitched border with a white gel pen.
This card is entered into the following challenges...

Crafty Girls Corner #183 (Make It Sparkle)
Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog (Anything Goes)
Artistic Inspiration Challenge Blog #211 (Anything Goes)
Crafting From the Heart Challenge Blog #235 (Anything Goes)
Challenge Up Your Life (winter moodboard)

FotoBella Supplies:
BoBunny - Winter Getaway (I Want It All Bundle)

Coordinating Double Dot Paper


Thursday 24 January 2019

Cute Fox Cards - FotoBella DT

Hello,
I'm so excited to share my trio of cards using the BoBunny - Winter Getaway Kit. This kit has absolutely everything and comes complete with die cuts, stickers, chipboard embellishments, brads, and an alphabet. There are numerous different fox embellishments and the sweetest pattern paper with little leaping foxes.  See more details HERE.
FotoBella Supplies:
BoBunny - Winter Getaway (I Want It All Bundle)

Coordinating Double Dot Paper

Other Supplies:
card base, 3D foam tape, card stock (black & brown), glitter glue

Wednesday 23 January 2019

CAS Sea Shell Card

My cards are rarely so clean and simple. (CAS)   Somehow I managed to restrain myself here.  I like the limited colors and cool shade of aqua. Amazingly, I added no embellishments even though I was tempted to add a pearl. This card was a pleasant surprise.
This card is entered into the following challenges...
Artistic Inspiration Challenge Blog #211 (Anything Goes)

STAMPlorations January Theme and Sketch Challenge

STAMPlorations CAS Challenge Anything Goes

Tuesday 22 January 2019

Galaxy Shaker Decoration

So, I tried something new.  This is the largest rubber stamping project I have ever done. The base is 14x20" and I must admit it was a little intimidating at first.  The complete step by step tutorial is available on the Blank Page Muse Blog. HERE
https://blankpagemuse.blogspot.com/2019/01/galaxy-shaker-party-decoration.html

This project is entered into the following Challenges:

STAMPlorations January Mixed Media Challenge


BPM Stamps: 
www.blankpagemuse.com
Hearty Doodles Art Rubber Stamp Set
Moon Small Round Line Art Face
Raindrops Waterdrops Rubber Stamp Sheet Set
Phoebe Art Doll Rubber Stamp Sheet designed by Jayne Alexander
Concentric Circles Line Art by Cathy Frailey


Other Supplies:    cardboard or canvas,foam brush and toothbrush, acrylic paint (black, blue, lilac, red, white), metallic paint (blue, purple, gold, silver), paper towels & kitchen sponge, clear mounting block,alphabet stickers, sequins, glitter, stars, & beads, liquid adhesive

Monday 21 January 2019

Galaxy Shaker Party Decoration - Blank Page Muse

I went a bit overboard when creating a decoration for my four year old nephew's birthday party. As he was going to have a rocket/space themed birthday party, I was motivated to stamp a galaxy background.  But I didn't stop there, I turned the decoration into a giant shaker card. You can find the full tutorial HERE on the Blank Page Muse Blog.
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BPM Supplies:

Hearty Doodles Art Rubber Stamp Set
Moon Small Round Line Art Face
Raindrops Waterdrops Rubber Stamp Sheet Set
Phoebe Art Doll Rubber Stamp Sheet designed by Jayne Alexander
Concentric Circles Line Art by Cathy Frailey




Other Supplies:    
  • cardboard or canvas
  • foam brush and toothbrush
  • acrylic paint (black, blue, lilac, red, white)
  • metallic paint (blue, purple, gold, silver)
  • paper towels & kitchen sponge
  • clear mounting block
  • alphabet stickers
  • sequins, glitter, stars, & beads
  • liquid adhesive

Friday 18 January 2019

Owl Cuties

My owl cutie card turned out so bright and cheerful.  I wish the photo better showed the Glossy Accents I applied to the eyes.  They glisten and shine just perfectly.


Wednesday 16 January 2019

Winter Cards - FotoBella DT

Here is my second project of the month for FotoBella.  My Winter themed cards feature BoBunny - Winter Getaway Collection. This kit contains so many cute Winter animals like polar bears, foxes, & deer. Also, it's full of mittens, cups of hot cocoa, and vintage pick-up trucks. This is the perfect kit to use to make your thank you cards for holiday gifts or for friends with Winter birthdays. Find out more HERE.


This card is entered into the following challenges...

Color My Heart January Color Challenge #325

FotoBella Supplies:
BoBunny - Winter Getaway (I Want It All Collection)
Coordinating Double Dot Paper

Other Supplies:

card base (4x6"), 3D foam tape, card stock (black & brown), white gel pen



Monday 7 January 2019

Heart with Wings Card

Love is the air at BPM. Here is my card "Heart with Wings."
Visit the Blank Page Muse Blog HERE to see the step by step tutorial for my card.  
Be sure to check back during the month of January to see all the Design Teams Projects inspired by "Vintage Romance" on the Blank Page Muse Blog.

 
This card is submitted into the following challenges...
Time Out Challenge
(Loving) Deadline Jan 16th

Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (Something New)
Artistic Stamper Challenge (Anything Goes)
Artistic Inspiration Challenge Blog #211 (Anything Goes)

Friday 4 January 2019

Heart With Wings Card - Blank Page Muse

Visit the Blank Page Muse Blog HERE to see the step by step tutorial for my card "Heart with Wings."  This is a little sneak peek of my Valentine's Day project. If you need more Valentine's Day inspiration, be sure to check back during the month of January to see all the Design Teams Projects on the Blank Page Muse Blog.


BPM Stamps:
Feathered Pair of Wings 
Background Roses 
You Light Up My Life

Other Supplies:  
Ink pad (red and black)
Card base (5x7")
Clear mounting block
Embossing powder (gold)
Embossing ink pad
Heat gun
Black card stock