Hello... DDC 77 - Anything goes with a twist

And HELLO again!!  ;)  Told ya I was on a crafty roll.   Today is the next challenge over at Digi Darla's # 77
Anything goes with a twist twist - use a digi image, add a bow and a butterfly

Here I used DD image "Sweet Cali"
I hope you can join us.  There are 8 FREE digi images from Digi Darla to be won if you do!! Go HERE for all the details and to join!!
Thanks for stopping by and Yes... see you tomorrow.  

Miss You...

This is my 2nd post today.  

Please scroll down to see my layout for Lasting Memories.  :)

Happy Monday once again!!  There is a new challenge at Digi Darla's today.

It's a SKETCH challenge from DENISE, our challenge coordinator. Yay!!

Here is the sketch.

I wanted to keep my card simple... but with the full effect of a Hot Air Balloon in the sky.  So I used clusters of clouds where the circles are and cut out my Digital Image for extra 3D pop.  The image I used is called "Up and Away Balloon."

You have a chance to win up to 8 FREE Digi Images for playing along!  5 just for playing and 3 more if you use a Digi Darla image.  Hope to see you try out the sketch.  Who doesn't love a good sketch??  The rest of the DT gals did some fun ideas.  Take a look HERE.

I'm also entering my card at Color Throwdown # 250.  They are celebrating 5 years!  I fell in love with the color combo!

Thanks for stopping by!  Happy Crafting.

Flowers and more Flowers - DDC # 55

Good Monday morning!!  Today is another challenge over at Digi Darla's.  This week's theme is...

FLOWERS

Use Flowers on your projects

You can enter this challenge using any Digi or Stamped image of your choice from any company!!  You have a chance to win 5 images just for playing.  If you happen to use an image from Digi Darla's... you have a chance to win an additional 3 images.  So 8 images total.  Not a bad gig. 

Here's my card...

Using Digi Darla image "Dancing Dahlia's"

I am always needing cards without sentiments "Just ready to go."  That is one of these.  I need to have a few more on hand.  Anything from "Thinking of you" to "Get Well" to ???  would work with this. 

I am also entering my card over at Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge # 180 using the following sketch.

Thanks for stopping by today!!  Have a great day.

"Feeling Sentimental" - DDC # 46

Hi everyone!  Today I bring you the latest challenge over at Digi Darla's!!  It's a simple one really!!
And... the DT call is being extended for another week, so be sure to check that out too!!  :)  And one other little note... ANY IMAGE is allowed for our challenges.  You are entered to win just for playing!  A NEW RULE just added this week, if you use a Digi Darla image, you are entered into a 2nd drawing for 3 FREE images.  You can't beat that!!  Now for our challenge...  It's all about...

FEELING SENTIMENTAL

Let's see those SENTIMENTS on your creations

I used a fun Digi Darla sentiment called "Be Happy to Creative"

This card actually fits me so well.  Or at least everything I strive to be.  I was thinking I was going to give this to one of my creative friends, but the more I look at it, I just may give it to myself.  :)  Maybe frame it?  Or I just may make 2!!  Now that you all have let my mind wander on here a little... (Thanks.)  

I also found 2 other challenges that inspired me with my card...

ColourQ # 172 - Melon Mambo, Summer Starfruit, Poppy Parade, Basic Gray + White.  These colors just wake me right up!!

Sweet Sketch Wednesday # 189 - Always love their sketches!!

Thanks all for stopping by today!  For those of you in the U.S., hope you enjoying your MLK day!!  I know I am!!  ~Michele

DDC # 31 "Add a Little Sunshine" with a Blog Hop

Hello stamping friends!! It's time for another new release hop this week over at Digi Darla's! We'll be showcasing some of the SEPTEMBER new releases at our sister site - Digital Stamp Club!! Each of us on the DT chose an image from all of the new releases to show you and guess what!! Each one of us will be choosing one lucky winning comment to receive our image choice!! So make sure you hop around to all our blogs and be sure to comment for a chance to win a DD image!!! We're also giving away a GRAND PRIZE!! Just for joining us, using a DIGI DARLA image, you will have a chance to win ALL of the September New Release images!!! OMGosh!! 

So, let's get this party started, shall we?? If you've arrived here from VANESSA  then you are on the right track!! If you're just arriving, please be sure to start at the very beginning, Denise's blog, so you don't miss one thing!! Our challenge this week is
"Add A Little Sunshine" (use yellow/orange/sunset/rise colors) 

And here's my creation using Digi Darla's COLORFUL SAILBOAT.  I took the challenge a little literal and added the actual "Sunrise" with the Yellow/Orange colors.  This card makes me want to go on a long sailboat ride.  I have never been!!  

Now before you leave, be sure to leave me a comment for a chance to win this fabulous image!! Don't forget to join our challenge this week for a chance to win the entire September Release-you need to use a Digi Darla image!!!

  If you don't have one, please email Karen and she'll send you a past freebie!

Your next stop is the super talented KAREN !! Happy hopping and look fwd to seeing you at Digi Darla's this week!! Good luck!

Master Hop List

DENISE

VANESSA

MICHELE

KAREN

DAWN

LISA

VICKY

TAMMYLEE

RACHELLE

JACQUELINE

DIGI DARLA'S CHALLENGE

Supplies:

Digi Darla digital Image - Colorful Sailboat (from September 2012 New Releases)

A - Muse Stamps - "Life's a Breeze" sentiment

Stampin' Up Products-  DSP Patterns pack - Daffodil Delight, Cardstock:  Tangerine Tango, Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Island Indigo, Twine in Island Indigo, Designer Button from Holly Berry Bouquet, 1" Circle punch, 1 1/2" Circle punch, Scallop Edge Border punch, Markers:  Real Red, Pool Party, Yoyo Yellow, Island Indigo.  Close to Cocoa & Brocade Blue colored pencils used with blender pen.

Creative Memories - Oval Cutting Template 3 7/8" x 3"

How I put this card together:

1.  This is your basic 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" size card. (Crumb Cake card stock)

2.  I cut the white background to 5 3/8" x 4 1/8".

3.  Before adhering the white base onto the Crumb Cake card, I cut two 1" x 5 3/8" strips of Island Indigo card stock.  The top one I used the 1" circle punch and made consecutive "half circle" punches to simulate waves.

4.  The bottom one I also used the 1" circle punch and again cut "half circle" punches, but lined them along the bottom to create a bigger scallop.

5.  I then cut a 1" piece of crumb cake card stock and and used the scallop border punch on each side.

6.  Before adhering that on top of the Island Indigo pieces, I wrapped a single piece of twine along with  the red button and secured with a glue dot and tied a bow.

7.   Using the 1 1/2" circle punch, punch out whole circle from Tangerine Tango card stock.

8.  Place under tips of the waves on the left and hanging over the side of the white card stock a bit.

9.  Cut six 1/4" x 5" pieces of Daffodil Delight patterned paper.  Place these in a "Sunburst" pattern extending from the center Tangerine Tango circle.  These pieces will overhang the white card stock.

10.  Once all placed, simply cut off the excess of the strips and the center circle so it is all flush with the edges.

11.  Adhere entire white card base down onto Crumb Cake card.

12.  Color up Digi Image and cut using 3 7/8" x 3" measurement and then backing with slightly bigger piece of Island Indigo card stock.

13.  Place on top of card front using dimensionals or pop dots.

14.  Finish off card with simple stamped sentiment in Island Indigo ink at the bottom.

DDC # 27 "BLING" it up!! And a Blog Hop!!!!

Hello stamping friends!! It's time for another new release hop this week over at Digi Darla's! We'll be showcasing some of the AUGUST new releases at our sister site - Digital Stamp Club!! Each of us on the DT chose an image from all of the August releases to show you and guess what!! Each one of us will be choosing one lucky winning comment to receive our image choice!! So make sure you hop around to all our blogs and be sure to comment for a chance to win a DD image!!! We're also giving away a GRAND PRIZE!! Just for joining us, using a DIGI DARLA image, you will have a chance to win ALL of August New Release images!!! OMGosh!! 

So, let's get this party started, shall we?? If you've arrived here from VANESSA then you are on the right track!! If you're just arriving, please be sure to start at the very beginning, Denise's blog, so you don't miss one thing!! Our challenge this week is "Bling It Up!" - we want to see a bling, bling and more bling on your creation!

And here's my creation using Digi Darla's VINCA VASE from the August 27th New Releases.

My bling is in the center of the flowers, on the corners of the image and on the little HELLO sentiment.  :-)

Here is another close-up of some BLING...

Now before you leave, be sure to leave me a comment for a chance to win this fabulous image!! Don't forget to join our challenge this week for a chance to win the entire August Release-you need to use a Digi Darla image!!!

  If you don't have one, please email Karen and she'll send you a past freebie!

Your next stop is the super talented KAREN !! Happy hopping and look fwd to seeing you at Digi Darla's this week!! Good luck!

Master Hop List

DENISE

VANESSA

MICHELE

KAREN

DAWN

LISA

VICKY

TAMMYLEE

RACHELLE

JACQUELINE

DIGI DARLA'S CHALLENGE

Would like to add this card to the challenge over at Unique Crafters Challenge where Anything Goes!!  Up to 3 entries allowed and no older than 3 months back.

Everyday is a Perfect Adventure!! DDC# 21

It's time for the next challenge at Digi Darla's Challenges!!!  We want to see your creations have some WHEELS on them!!  Lots of possibilities!

Here is my creation.

I used a Digi Darla Image called "Brianna's Bike."  

This week Digi Darla is offering the winner chosen by Random.org their choice of 5 images from

Digi Darla Designs so you MUST use a Digi Darla image to qualify!!

You have until Saturday, July 28th at 9pm EST to join us!!

Thanks for stopping by!!

~Michele

PLG 20 "Lots of Blooms" and Digi Darla "Anything but Snow" Challenges

Hello all my friends!!  It felt so good to get a little crafty today.  I have been "Hiding" for almost 2 weeks, and that is just not like me.  I guess Life gets in the way sometimes.  Glad you are sticking with me.  Absence makes the heart grow fonder and I have lots of fun projects coming up in the next few days!! I am excited to share the next challenge with you from Paper Lovin' Gals.  A photo inspiration of "Lots of Blooms." 

And here is my creation...

This was such a fun and cheery card to create.  Spring is oh so close!  I can smell it!!  I have the perfect person in mind for this card and I hope it gets her excited to dig in the dirt.

We have a PRIZE this week as well for playing with us for PLG #20!  A fun set of Heidi Grace papers, chipboard accents and embellies from our fellow DT WENDY.  Thanks Lady!!

So get on over there and check out what the rest of the DT members created and come play for your chance to WIN or be recognized for an Honorable Mention.

You have until Wednesday, February 29th at 8pm PST to link up!!

I am also sharing my card over with the wonderful gals over at Digi Darla # 3 Anything But Snow Challenge!  This little Garden Cutie is one of Digi Darla's images that I just received and was looking forward to using.  You have a couple of days to join their challenge!!  (There are a couple of freebies on the blog to get you started if need be.) 

Thanks so much for sticking with me through this little bit longer post.  Glad to be back to creating!!

Supplies:

Ink:  Ballet Blue, Melon Mambo, Pixie Pink, Yo Yo Yellow, Green Galore, Blush Blossom, Bordering Blue all from SU.

Stamps:  Printed Petals, Lots of Thoughts from SU.

Digi Image: From Digi Darla, click on link above to get to blog and store

Embellies:  SAB 2011 Ribbon and SAB Buttons from 2011 SU. "Ice Cream Parlor", Vintage brads, Bakers Twine, Oval Cutter from Creative Memories.





PPC-CC #70 - Wish You Were Here (Card)

Is it really Monday again??  Gosh... is all I can say. 
Today's Color Combo challenge over at Picture Perfect Creations is a FUN and Happy one!!  Sure to lift any Monday duldrums out there!!   So come on over and give this one a try!!  Creations are due next Monday, September 5th @ 10:00am EST.  Go HERE to link up and check out what the wonderful DT has to share with you!!!

Here is my card...

Another card for my Hubby.  The kids and I hightailed it out of here for 3 days to my Parent's summer place this weekend while my hard working Husband worked!!  The kites remind me of our Ocean trip last week.  Just wanted him to know that we are thinking of him.

Here is the color combo...

Hope to see you try this!! 

Have a great week!!

Supplies:

Stamps:  A-Muse Studio - Vintage A Muse and Life's a Breeze.

Cardstock:  Stampin' Up Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White, Melon Mambo DSP and Concord Crush DSP

Embellies:  White baker's twine (SU), Designer Brights Buttons (SU) Stitched Poly Ribbon (SU)

Ink:  Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Concord Crush



PPC Ch #66 - A "Warm" Hello!!

It's Monday!!  And that means it is time for another fabulous color combo over at PPC!! 
I loved this color combo... but have to admit... I had to add my little teeny tiny itty bit of Red to my card.  It just needed a little sumthin'. 
Beaches... Sun... Hot!!  And RELAXATION.  Finally summer is upon us... and I love it! 
Happy Monday all.. and please go check out what the wonderful and talented DT did for this week.  Would love to see you join us!
Here is my creation...

And here is the color combo to follow... come join us!!!  :-)

Thanks for stopping by!!

PPC-CC Specialty Challenge #7 - Photo Inspiration!! Friendship Card.

Good Morning Monday!!  I hope everyone celebrated Father's Day with a special Dad, Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather or a good friend yesterday!!!  Even though there are days we may think we can live without the guys in our lives... we really can't!!  :-)

It's time for a SPECIALTY CHALLENGE #7 at Picture Perfect Creations...crafty challenges!!! What do you see in this photo??  The colors, flowers, teapot, teacup??  Let us know by showing us what you can create!! 

And here is my inspired Card...

Whether it be a paper or non-paper project... come on over and join us!!  Would love to see what you all come up with!!  The Design Team has some very fun creative things to share with you as well!! 
I  used an older sketch from Inkspirations 65 - Where you can see my matching "Thanks a Latte" card HERE.
Thanks for stopping by to visit!!
Supplies:
Cardstock:  SU Pear Pizzaz, Basic Black, Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Pawsitively Prints DSP
Stamps:  My Time Made Easy - On Display
Embellies: SU Crumb Cake Seam Binding Ribbon, Neutrals Collection brads, scallop border punch, 2 3/8" scallop circle punch, Circle Cutter from Creative memories

PPC-CC 62 - Cheery Friendship Card

Good Morning!!  It's time for the next Color Combo Challenge at Picture Perfect Creations - Ch #62.  It's a bright and cheery and Springy!!!  I love these colors!!
Here is what I created...

Here is the color combo...

I followed the Mojo Monday 194 sketch as my guide.. .but didn't enter it.  But.. gosh.. as most of you know if you ever need a sketch idea... I love all of theirs.

Hope you find some time to join us this week.  Check out what the DT created over at PPC.  As usual.. lots of inspiration and wonderful ideas!!
Thanks for visiting!!

Supplies:  All Stampin' Up unless otherwise noted
Cardstock:  Rose Red, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, Rich Razzleberry, Rose Red DSP and Daffodil Delight DSP, Whisper White
Stamps:  Punch Bunch
Ink:  Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry, Garden Green
Embellies:  Sweet Stitches big designer buttons, Bakers Twine, Rich Razzleberry Polka Dot Grosgrain ribbon, 2 3/8 scallop circle punch, scallop circle punch, scallop border punch, 1" circle punch, white gel pen, basic pearls

PPC-CC 60 - Elegant Thank you/Friendship card

Good morning Memorial Day Monday to you all!!  We have another WONDERFUL color combo for you all today at Picture Perfect Creations...crafty challenges #60.  I personally LOVE these colors... so of course had a fun time creating something.  It always helps.  Here is my take...

And the color combo...

I always say that "Crumb Cake" is the new black.  I love using this color.  And how can you not like Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride and Elegant Eggplant? 
Stop by PPC this week and show us what you can do with these wonderful colors.  Remember, it can be ANY kind of project... paper or not, as long as these colors are used.  You have a chance to be a WINNER or 1 of 2 Runner-Ups and will earn a badge to display proudly on your blog!!!
The Design Team members have some Stunning things to show you!  You'll be inspired!!!

Thank so much for visiting!! 

Supplies:
All Stampin' Up unless otherwise noted
Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride, Crumb Cake, Elegant Eggplant, Whisper White Cardstock.
Ink:  White Craft ink, Elegant Eggplant
Stamps:  Happy Greetings, 5th Avenue Floral
Embellies:  Lilac circle ice brads, crumb cake seam binding ribbon, basic pearls, button (random from my stash), white bakers twine, Creative Memories circle cutters
Cricut: Home Accents cricut cart (for leaves/border accents)