Elphine House Australia Challenge #65

Hello, again!  I'm back today with my DT project for the new Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme for this challenge is "traditional Christmas colors".  We want to see your holiday creation with lots of green and red and gold/silver.    Please remember that you must use an image designed by Elisabeth Bell (any company) to enter. 

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are SU Cherry Cobbler and the patterned papers are from the My Mind's Eye Vintage Christmas 6x6 pad.  The darling image is Danny Boy Christmas Tree from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped it on MiC Blending Card and colored it with my Copics.  I added some Stickles to the star and ornaments and Liquid Pearls to the garland.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  A fancy doily and a few pearls from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the sweet creations by Lynda and Julie.  We hope you will find time to play along!  The challenge is going to run 2 months this time, so you have until Tuesday, February 17th to enter.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Digi Sketch Challenge (waiting for Christmas and sketch)
Incy Wincy Challenge (anything Christmas goes)
Card Mania #62 (Christmas)

Here is the sketch:

 

Have a nice evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #64

Hi again!  I'm back with a second post for today, although that's because it's already tomorrow in Brisbane, Australia and it's time for another Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme this month is "favorite colors".  It couldn't be easier than that!  Please remember that you must use an image designed by Elisabeth Bell (any company) for your project.

Here is my DT card:

 

Those who know me know that these aren't my "real" favorite colors.  They are only my favorites this time of year when I love the warm colors of Autumn.  My card base and mats are SU More Mustard and the patterned papers are from the Bo Bunny Forever Fall 6x6 pad.  The sweet image is Daisy Scattering Love from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  I cut out the "thankful" sentiment with my Cameo.  A simple bow and a few gemstone leaves finished my simple card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

 

Thanks for stopping by again!  Be sure to check out the new Elphine House Australia challenge and feat your eyes on the gorgeous creations from Lynda and Julie.  We hope you will play along with your favorite Elisabeth Bell image and favorite colors!

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Seems A Little Sketchy Challenge #78 (sketch)

Here is the sketch:

 

Have a great evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #63 - Pumpkins

Hi there!  Happy Wednesday (at least in Brisbane)!  It's still Tuesday night here, but it's time for me to share my DT card for the new Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme this month is "pumpkins".  You can use any Elisabeth Bell image you'd like, but we want to see one or more pumpkins on your project.  The pumpkin doesn't have to be in the image.

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are SU Really Rust and the patterned paper is from my pile and I have no idea whose it is.  All I know is that it has pumpkins!  The cute image is Tommy's Apples For Mommy from Elphine House Australia! I stamped him on MiC Blending Card and colored him with my Copics.  I added a few opaque gems and a 3D pumpkin sticker to finish my cute Autumn card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the darling creations from Lynda and Lynne!  We hope you will find time to play along this time.  You have until Tuesday, November 18th, Brisbane time to enter your project. Don't forget you need to use an image by Elisabeth Bell to enter.

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Open-Minded Crafting Fun Challenge #21 (pumpkins/jack-o-lanterns)

Have a great evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #62

Hi there!  Happy Tuesday (Wednesday in Brisbane)!  Hope your week is going well so far.  I'm sorry to be missing again lately.  I've got a few things going on and I'm scrambling to get everything done right now.  I hope to be back on track soon.  Anyway, I'm here now with my DT post for the new Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme this month is "an apple a day".  We want to see one or more apples on your project.  That's it, other than you need to use an Elisabeth Bell image.  It can be from any company that sells her designs.

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are GKD Fresh Asparagus and the patterned papers are from the Webster's Pages Spring Market Petite Papers pack.  The cute image is Shasha With Red and Golden Apples from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped it on MiC Blending card and colored it with my Copics.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  A gingham bow and button finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the gorgeous creations from Julie and Lynda!  We hope you will play along this month!  You have until Tuesday, October 14th Brisbane time to enter.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Friday Sketch Challenge #78 (sketch)
The Corrosive Challenge #208 (Autumn/Fall)
Craft Your Passion Challenge #231 (harvest)
The Cutie Pie Challenge #36 (shades of Autumn)
Creative Moments Challenge #51 (anything goes/Fall colors)

Here is the sketch, which I flipped:

Have a great evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #61

Hi there!  Happy Wednesday (at least in Brisbane).  It's still Tuesday night here and it's time for me to share my DT card for this month's Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme this month is "recycle or re-use something" for your project.  That leaves it pretty wide open, but please remember that you must use an Elisabeth Bell image.  It can be from any company that carries Elisabeth Bell designs.

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are SU Summer Starfruit and the patterned papers are from the Kaisercraft Botanical Odyssey 6.5x6.5 pad.  The sweet image is Emma's Gift of Love from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  My recycled/reused item is the doily in the background.  I lifted it from under a dessert dish at dinner recently.  I actually do that whenever they are still in decent condition.  You never know when a used doily will come in handy  for card projects!  The scalloped border is a diecut from the same paper pad.  A few gems from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored-image:

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia challenge blog and check out the gorgeous creations from Lynda and Julie.  We hope you will play along!  You have until Tuesday, September 16th, Brisbane time to enter your project.  Don't forget to use an Elisabeth Bell image.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Sketch N Stash #145 (sketch)
Craft Your Passion Challenge #226 (at least 3 patterned papers)

Here is the sketch:

 

Have a great evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #60

Hi there!  Happy Wednesday (at least in Brisbane, it is!)!  Hope you are having a good week so far!  My week is off to a busy start, but I hope it will quiet down a little toward the end of the week.  Anyway, it's for another Elphine House Australia Challenge and I am here with my DT post for the challenge. The theme this time is "punched/handmade flowers".  We want to see handmade flowers on your project.  No store-bought flowers allowed! 

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are SU Sage Shadow and the patterned papers are from the Echo Park Victoria Garden 6x6 pad.  The sweet image is Katrina My Sister Shasha from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped it on MiC Blending Card and colored it with my Copics.  I made two simple pink roses out of light cardstock using Heartfelt Creations flower dies.  A chevron-striped ribbon bow, a tiny metal heart charm and a few pink pearls finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the beautiful creations from Lynda and Julie.  We hope you will play along!  You must use an Elisabeth Bell image (any company).  You have until Tuesday, August 19th, Brisbane time to enter.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Card Mania Challenge (add a charm)
Love to Create Challenge #124 (petals and pearls)

Have a wonderful evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #59 - Rain or Shine

Hi again!  I'm back with my DT post for the new challenge on the Elphine House Australia blog. It's hard to believe a whole month has already gone by!  The theme for Challenge #59 is "rain or shine".  It's your choice, but please remember you must use an image from Elisabeth Bell (any company) to enter.

Here is my card:

I went for "shine" for my theme.  My card base and mats are SU Pool Party and the patterned papers are from the My Mind's Eye On The Sunny Side 6x6 pad.  The adorable image is Carrie Three Wheeling from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  I added in some grass, a path and a cloudy sky with my Copics, too.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  Some dotted ribbon and a few pearls from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia Challenge blog and check out the wonderful creations from Lynda, Julie and Lynne.  We hope you will play along this month!  You have until Tuesday, July 15th, Brisbane, Australia time to enter using any Elisabeth Bell image.

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Addicted to Stamps Challenge #84 (outdoors)

See you very soon, I hope!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #58

Hi there!  Happy Tuesday (Wednesday in Brisbane)!  Hope your week is going well so far!  It's time for a new Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme this time is "pearls and polka dots".  Fun, right, and easy peasy, too!

Here is my card:

My card base and mats are SU Bermuda Bay and the patterned papers are from the Echo Park This & That 6x6 pad.  The sweet image is Emma's Gift of Love from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  I added a bit of Stickles for some sparkle.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  Some Liquid Pearls accents and a few more pearls from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia Challenge blog and feast your eyes on the gorgeous creations by my teammates, Lynda and Lynne.  Julie is on vacation this month.  We hope you will play along!  You have until Tuesday, June 17th, Brisbane time to enter your project and all you need to do is follow them theme and use an image from Elisabeth Bell (any company).

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Seize the Birthday Challenge (topping: flowers)
Digi Sketch Challenge: (anything goes and sketch)

Here is the sketch:

 

Have a great evening and see you tomorrow!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #57

Hi again!  I'm back with a second post today, because it's already Wednesday morning in Brisbane and time for a new Elphine House Australia Challenge!  The theme this month is "Spring is in the Air".  Indeed it was in the air here over the weekend, but not so much today!  Hope all the blooming beauty isn't damaged by tonight's freeze!   Anyway, I'm here to share my DT post for the new challenge.

 

Here is my Spring card:

My card base and mats are SU Kiwi Kiss and the patterned papers are from the Basic Grey Fresh Cut 6x6 pad.  The adorable image is Laura Flowers For You from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  I added a bit of Stickles to the flower centers and the butterfly.  I also added grass, clouds and the sky with my Copics.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  Some chevron-striped ribbon and a little scissors charm finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the gorgeous creations from Lynda, Lynne and Julie.  We hope you will play along this time!  All you have to do is follow the theme and use an Elisabeth Bell image.  It can be from any company.  You have until Tuesday, May 20th, Brisbane time to enter your project.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Allsorts Challenge #254 (Spring blossoms)
Loves Rubberstamps Challenge #99 (Easter or Spring)

Have a nice evening and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #56

Hi again!  I'm back with a second post tonight because it's Wednesday morning already in Brisbane and it's time for a new Elphine House Australia challenge.  The theme for Challenge #56 is "charms and pins".  The only other requirement is to use an Elisabeth Bell stamp (any company).

Here is my card:

 

My card base and mats are GKD Innocent Pink and the patterned papers are from the echo Park Bundle of Joy Girl 6x6 pad.  The adorable image is Evania Nursing Boo-boo from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped it onto MiC Blending Card and colored it with my Copics.  I added Liquid Pearls to her waistband and lots of Crystal Stickles to her wings.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  A triple-loop taffeta bow, heart charm and a handmade crystal and pearl pin finished my card.

 

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and check out the beautiful creations from Lynda, Julie and Lynne.  We hope you will play along this month!  You have until Tuesday, April 15th, Brisbane time to enter your project.  Don't forget to use an Elisabeth Bell stamp!

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Sentimental Sundays #198 (cute and cuddly and a sentiment)

Elphine House Australia Challenge #55

Hi again!  Hope you've had a good day!  I'm back with my DT card for the new Elphine House Australia Challenge.  The theme for this month's challenge is "make your own background".  You can draw or color a scene, create your own paper or mixed media background, the sky's the limit, but you just can't use any pre-printed patterned paper.  

Here is my card:

 

All who know me know that I love my patterned paper and I feel a bit lost creating without it!  This one had me stumped for a bit, for sure!  I decided to create my "background" by layering lots of ornate diecuts, in alternating Pool Party and White cardstock.  I used Spellbinders Majestic Labels Twenty-Five for the layers.  The adorable image is Katrina My Sister Shasha from Elphine House Australia.  It's the perfect image not only for sisters, but for best friends, too!  I stamped the image on MiC Blending Card and colored it with my Copics before cutting it out with the die.  I added a few White Paint Pen highlights and a triple-loop seam binding bow to finish my card.

 

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Challenge blog and feast your eyes on the gorgeous creations from Lynda, Lynne and Julie.  We hope you will play along with us this time.  The only requirements are to follow the theme and use an Elisabeth Bell image (any company).  You have until Tuesday, March 18th, Brisbane time to enter your project.

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Papertake Weekly (lovely layers)

Have a wonderful evening and see you soon!

Let it Snow

Hi there! Happy Tuesday (Wednesday in Brisbane)!  Hope your week got off to a great start and you're rolling toward the weekend!  Why does time seem to fly this time of year?  There never seems to be enough time to get everything done!  I've given myself until the end of the week to get my Christmas cards in the mail.  I hope I am successful.  Anyway, I am here with the promised mid-challenge inspiration post for Challenge #53 at Elphine House Australia.  For the last challenge of the year, we gave you a choice of two themes and the challenge runs until December 30th, so you still have time to join in!  The themes are "Autumn Leaves" or "Let it Snow".

For my first card, I did "Autumn leaves", so for this one I used  "let it snow" for my theme:

I created two shaped card bases using my Cameo and layered them to look like a snowflake.  The patterned papers are from the K & Co. Elizabeth Brownd Christmas Collection.  The darling image is Christmas Kiss from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped it on MiC Blending Card and colored it with my Copics.  I added some glitter to the trim on their outfits and Liquid Pearls to the mistletoe.   I cut out the image panel with another cut file for my Cameo by Miss Kate Cuttables.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  I added some Stickles to the snow on the letters.  I used two Memory Box Snowflake Corners between the base layers.  Some pretty lace, a tulle blow and a sparkly snowflake from Stampin' Up finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House blog and check out the wonderful inspiration from Lynda and Lynne!  We hope you will find time to play along before the end of December!

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Craft Your Passion Challenge #192 (let it snow)
Incy Wincy Challenge (let it snow)
Party Time Tuesdays #150 (Winter wonderland)

Take care and see you soon!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #53 - With A Twist

Hi again! I'm back with my DT post for this month's challenge at Elphine House Australia.  I apologize for being late with my post.  I had an eye appointment this afternoon and they dilated my eyes.  I am still having trouble looking at the computer screen!  Anyway, we have something a little different for you starting today. This time, you have your choice of playing along with either or both of two themes - the one we had planned for November and/or the December challenge theme.  The current challenge will run until December 30th and we will announce the winners on December 31st.  Starting in January, we will be back to our normal monthly schedule.  We will have a mid-challenge inspiration post for you, but head on over to the Elphine House blog right now to see some gorgeous DT inspiration with both themes!

Without further ado, the two themes are "falling leaves" or "let it snow".

Here is my card for the "falling leaves" theme:

My card base and mats are cardstock from my stash.  The patterned papers are from the Bo Bunny Autumn Song 6x6 pad.  The sweet image is Tommy Apples for Mom by Elisabeth Bell for Elphine House Australia.  I stamped him on MiC Blending Card and colored him with my Copics.  I framed him with an ornate leaf frame cut with my Cameo using a file from the Silhouette store.  I layered the frame over another piece of patterned paper.  The "thankful" sentiment was also cut with my Cameo using a file from Miss Kate Cuttables.  A bunch of Recollections paper leaves, a few rhinestone leaf stickers and some olive gems from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House blog and check out the gorgeous creations for both themes from the rest of the DT.  We hope you will play along!  Don't forget, you must you an Elisabeth Bell image (any company) to enter the challenge.

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Papertake Weekly (giving thanks)
Card Makin' Mamas #76 (thankful tidings)
Sentimental Sundays #181 (giving thanks)
Stamp and Create November Challenge (feather or leaves)
Craft Mojo November Challenge (anything goes)

Have a great day and see you soon!

Elphine House Challenge #52 - Shaped Cards

Hi there!  How are you doing?  I hope your week got off to a great start!  I am out of town for a couple of days, so this is a scheduled post and I sure hope you are seeing it on time.  I am here to share my DT card for the new challenge on the Elphine House Australia blog.  The theme this month is "shaped cards".  We want to see cards with any shape other than square or rectangle.

Here is my card:

My card base and mats are from my cardstock stash and the patterned paper is from the My Mind's Eye Collectable "Remarkable" 6x6 pad. The shaped base and layer patterns were cut with my Cameo using a free cut file called Lacey Circle Frame 2 from Bird's Cards. The adorable image is Laura's Yummy Pudding by Elisabeth Bell for Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending Card and colored her with my Copics.  She was framed with a Spellbinders Floral Oval diecut.  The sentiment is from Create With TLC.  A dotted ribbon bow and a few Wild Orchid Crafts flowers finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House blog and check out the gorgeous creations from the rest of the amazing DT!  We hope you will play along!  You have until Tuesday, November 19, Brisbane, Australia time to enter your project.  Remember, you must use an Elisabeth Bell image (any company) to enter.

I am entering my card in the following challenge:
Elisabeth Bell's World September/October Challenge (shaped cards)

Have a great day!  I'll be by to visit as soon as I get home!

Elphine House Australia Challenge #51

Hi again!  I'm back, as promised, with a new card and some exciting news!  Elphine House Australia recently held a DT call and of course, I entered.  You know how I love Elisabeth Bell's beautiful stamps!  I am thrilled to share that I was selected as one of the new DT members!  I am still pinching myself to be sure it's true!  I am so delighted and honored to be working with this amazingly-talented group of designers and I hope you will enjoy my creations with the wonderful EHA stamps by Elisabeth Bell!

We have a new challenge for you today.  Did you see that the EHA challenges have changed to only once monthly?  The challenges will start at 9:00 AM on the third Wednesday of every month and run until 9:00 PM the Tuesday before the next challenge (Brisbane, Australia time).  The theme for Challenge #51 is "simply cute".  We want to see your cute creations with any Elisabeth Bell stamp.  Easy, peasy, since all Elisabeth's stamps are adorable!

Here is my first DT card:

My card base and mats are SU Bermuda Bay and the patterned papers are from the My Mind's Eye Collectable "Unforgettable" 6x6 pad.  The cute image is Carrie Princess: Three Wheeling from Elphine House Australia.  I stamped her on MiC Blending card and colored her with my Copics.  I added a cloudy sky, a path and some grass, also with my Copics.  Some Wild Orchid Crafts Cherry Blossoms and Sweetheart Blossoms and a few pink pearls from my stash finished my card.

Here is a close-up of the colored image:

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to visit the Elphine House Australia blog and feast your eyes on the stunning creations from the rest of the DT!  We hope you will join us for the challenge!

I am entering my card in the following challenges:
Sketch N Stash Challenge #121 (sketch)
Paper Crafting Journey (flowers)
Designed to Color Challenge #22 (anything goes)
Card Makin' Mamas #74 (for the kids)

Here is the sketch:

Have a wonderful day and see you soon!