KIM AND VIOLETS

 My card today features a 

CUTE BEE DIGITAL IMAGE

called

KIM WITH VIOLETS

My mums name was Violet so I needed to buy this one and I have coloured her up with Copics, Nuvo and Spectrum Noir, the papers are a mix from my stash the image and panels have been mounted onto gold mirror card I added a lace butterfly, gems, pearls and a stamped sentiment

I would like to enter this into the challenges at 

PASSION FOR MARKERS-A/GOES

613 AVENUE CREATE - A/GOES 

The last picture shows the image before I made a card with her

I am hoping to be back with more cards but if not I will be back in time to send festive wishes

hugs

lorraine x

SHOPPING WITH CHLOE

 Today my card features a digital image from

CUTE BEE DIGIS

she is called 

SHOPPING WITH CHLOE

I have coloured her with Copics, Zig and Spectrum Noir markers the papers are from my stash I also added some die cut flowers, pearls and a stamped sentiment also a double organza bow 

I would like to enter this card into the challenges at

PASSION FOR MARKERS - A/GOES

613 AVENUE CREATE - A/GOES

hugs

Lorraine x

KERST CHRISTMAS FINAL DT CARDS

 Today I would like to share with you my final DT creations for 

KERST/CHRISTMAS FACEBOOK CHALLENGE

the theme this month is 

ANYTHING GOES

There are several prizes to be won and the image on my two cards below is showcasing the clear stamp from FAIRY HUGS

The first card is an 8 x 8 I have gone for the black and gold theme for both, I have stamped the image then used circle dies to cut her out I embossed the gold mirror card then added a dp, I also die cut the bells in gold mirror card 

I would like to enter this card into the challenge at

CREATIVE MOMENTS-SPARKLE AND/OR SHINE 

For my second card I have gone slimline I have used gold mirror card dp I die cut the Poinsettia and I embossed the image with opaque white powder.

Many thanks for popping by

hugs

lorraine x

FESTIVE CARDS 3 AND 4

 Today I have two more festive cards to share and enter some challenges

Both the images I am using are from CUTE BEE DIGIS they can be found on Facebook they used to be called Sweet Escape Digis and I have several of their old images

My first card features the image

BEARY HAPPY MAIL

I have coloured this little cutie with Copics, Zig and Spectrum Noir the papers are from a Paper Boutique pad (I think) I added lace, die cut bells and Poinsettia

I would like to enter this card into the challenge at

CRITTER CRAZY - ANYTHING WITH A FEATURED CRITTER GOES

My second card features a Cute Bee new digi called celince with Gift again I have coloured her with Copics, Zig and Spectrum Noir markers, the papers are from an old LOTV pad I also used gold mirror card , snowflake blue ribbon a stamped sentiment and a Holly border punch.

I would like to enter this card into the challenges at:

FESTIVE FRIDAY - CHRISTMAS

CLASSIC DESIGN - A/GOES OPTION BELLS/BAUBLES

PASSION FOR MARKERS - PRESENT

I will be back next week with my final projects for Kerst/Christmas 

I have been focusing more on my colouring than making cards I feel that I might be improving on my colouring skills but not so much designing a card I think I have still a long way to go before I am happy with what I am creating but at the moment I feel some satisfaction I also want to show a couple of my colouring efforts that have not been made into cards

I have spent some considerable time trying to improve I hope you like these colourings,

Many thanks for looking

hugs

lorraine x

FESTIVE CARD NO 2

 Hi I would like to share a festive card with you featuring a digital image from CUTE BEE DIGITAL she is called Marcela 

I have coloured her with Copics, Zig and Spectrum Noir Illustrator markers, the papers are LOTV I have also used gold mirror card, stamped sentiment, gold stars and Poinsettias, the base card is an 8x8 scalloped white card stock.

I would like to enter my card into the following challenges:

PEACE ON EARTH - ANYTHING XMAS GOES

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES

613 AVENUE CREATE -A/GOES

Hugs

Lorraine x

FESTIVE CARD

 Hello, I have decided to do a trial run before showcasing my final Kerst/Christmas DT cards next month. I have finally managed to do some colouring using some inspirational digital images from CUTE BEE DIGITALS, 

I have been posting some of my makes on Facebook as I didn't feel quite ready to show on my blog, but I have this card to share using an image called MAYTE AND DOG, I have used Copics, Zig and Spectrum Noir markers the papers are from my Bearly Mine CD unfortunately these are no longer available but I do tend to use them quite often.I added a stamped sentiment and a gold mirror card Poinsettia

I would like to enter this card into the challenges at 

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES

CRAFTERS CAFE - ANYTHING GOES OPTION MONOCHROME.

Here are a few other cards that I have been showing on Facebook, the images are all from Cute Bee Digitals they are probably close to my way of making cards which is nothing fancy but I must admit I did actually enjoy colouring them, I am not that happy with the card designs but I am not actually pushing myself too hard at the moment. 

I will be back soon to post my Kerst/Christmas DT cards I hope that I will be able to visit my blogging buddies again.

hugs

Lorraine x

LAST POST........FOR AWHILE

 To all my blogging buddies and friends some of you may know that I have been struggling for quite awhile  with my crafting so I have finally decided to take a break with the hope of renewing my love of creativity.

 I know that many of you will understand my decision my DT's have been very understanding and kind and I hope to return as soon as I feel I can produce something that I hope will not only please my followers but myself as well.

hugs

Lolo x

IT'S SOMETHING FISHY AT ALLSORTS #798

 Today is the start of our new weekly challenge at

ALLSORTS

the theme chosen by Gail is

SOMETHING FISHY

or A/Goes

Some fabulous prizes this week again, magical Lavinia stamps (photos not to scale). (Please note, we (Lavinia) cannot provide exchanges/replacements/refunds for any products received through this third-party giveaway)

This is my DT card I have used a Studio Light Decoupage sheet to create an underwater scene I added some blue gems and sentiment

Hugs

lolo x

CHRISTMAS CUTIE

 Today my card features a digital from Di's digital Store I have used both Spectrum Noir and Graphic markers to colour I used my scalloped circle die for the paper and base card that I have turned into a rocker card, I used a stencil for the snow effect 

I would like to enter the following challenges:

FESTIVE FRIDAY - CHRISTMAS

CRITTER CRAZY - A/GOES WITH A CRITTER

CRAFTY ANIMALS - A/GOES WITH AN ANIMAL 

PASSION FOR MARKERS - CHRISTMAS 

Hugs

lolo x

PURPLE SHADES FOR LILY CINDERELLA

 Today my card features an image from Moondrea Designs she is called

LILY CINDERELLA 

this is the September freebie image for the 

FACEBOOK SEPTEMBER PROGRESSIVE CHALLENGE

if you would like to receive this image and enter the challenge that would be great, if you enter the challenge each month you will get the relevant freebie image to use for the following month, the winner will get a free image of their choice from the Etsy store. 

 I was fortunate to have been chosen the winner for August, my badge is in the side bar of my blog, I was thrilled now this is my creation for the September Progressive challenge

The papers are from my stash all have been mounted onto light purple card stoack, I coloured the image with Nuvo and Zig markers, I added a stamped sentiment, flowers and lace with some pearls on the side this is an 8x8 scalloped card.

I would like to enter my card into the following challenges:

613 AVENUE CREATE - A/GOES

CREATIVE FINGERS - A/GOES

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES 

hugs

lolo x

IT'S AUTUMN COLOURS AT ALLSORTS #797

 Today our new challenge begins at

ALLSORTS

the theme chosen by Brenda is

AUTUMN COLOURS 

or Anything Goes

this is my DT card using an old digital image from my miscellaneous files I found the file that I got this image from and it was Karen's Doodles no longer I believe she is called Scarecrow Girl

I coloured the image with booth Spectrum Noir and Nuvo markers the papers are from my stash the sentiment is a stamp

I would like to enter this card into the following challenges:

SHEEPSKI DESIGN - A/GOES

FOURSEASONS - AUTUMN

CRAFT ROCKET - SPOTS/STRIPES

POLKADOODLES -A/GOES

A polite reminder: To protect possible copyright infringement, all entries must detail as a minimum the make/brand of products used (free from internet is not acceptable).

Some fabulous prizes this week and next, magical Lavinia stamps (photos not to scale). (Please note, (Lavinia) cannot provide exchanges/replacements/refunds for any products received through this third-party giveaway).

Hugs

lolo x

AUTUMN STAR CARD

 Today my card features a Bildmalarna stamp that I have coloured with Nuvo and Zig markers the papers are from my stash, I added a stamped sentiment and punched butterflies

Challenges to enter:

CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS - AGOES

FOUR SEASONS - AUTUMN

Hugs

lolo x

MORGANS ART WORLD CHALLENGE #80

 This is my second post of today please scroll down for my We Love Stamping DT card.

Our monthly challenge has started at

MORGANS ART WORLD

the theme as always is 

ANYTHING GOES

you can enter and project/card up to three times so I really hope that will come share your work with us

For my CT card I have used the image

WINTER 8

I coloured the image with Spectrum Noir and Zig markers the papers are from my stash I used a die cut frame a stepper card, 4 die cut trees, Poinsettia in Gold Mirror card and a LOTV stamped sentiment 

I would like to enter this card into the following challenges:

THE HOLLY AND IVY - A/GOES

PEACE ON EARTH - A/GOES

ABS CHRISTMA P, Q AND R I have used Q for Quartet of Trees

SHEEPSKI DESIGNS - A/GOES

hugs

lolo x

WE LOVE STAMPING SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE

 Today is the start of our monthly challenge at 

WE LOVE STAMPING

The theme chosen by me is 

Hand Coloured Image

or Anything Goes

As always you can enter three times but there must be at least one stamped element on the front of entires to be eligible. A reminder: To protect the challenge of any copyright infringement, all entries must detail as a minimum, the products/stamps used.

We have two prizes to reflect the theme from Highlight Crafts of watercolour mediums

As everyone of my blog buddies know I love to colour my own images and this is the card that I made for this month

I used a clear stamp and matching die I coloured the image with Spectrum Noir and Nuvo markers the papers are from my stash I added blue Nuvo drops, punched butterflies and a stamped ticket sentiment unfortunately, I lost the cover for both the stamp and die I know that I have used this one before maybe some of you recognise it? 

I would like to enter my card into the following challenges:

BEAUTIFUL BLOSSOMS - A/GOES

PASSION FOR MARKERS - HIP TO BE SQUARE

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES

613 AVENUE CREATE - A/GOES

I do hope that you will come join us but please take time to read the rules 

I will be back late with my MORGANS ART WORLD CT CARD

hugs

lolo x

IT'S TIME TO GET SENTTIMENTAL AT ALLSORTS #796

 The new challenge at

ALLSORTS

starts today the theme chosen by Brenda is

Getting Sentimental

or Anything Goes

It can be a simple greeting or an inspiration quote taking centre stage on your entry, the choice is yours with the Anything Goes option to fall back on.

A polite reminder: To protect possible copyright infringement, all entries must detail as a minimum the make/brand of products used (free from internet is not acceptable).

This weeks winner will receive a selection of Woodware sentiment stamps from Craft Stash.

This is my DT card

I have used a stamp that I believe is from Woodware the sentiments are included I coloured with Spectrum Noir and stencilled the background using my favourite wall stencil I added pearls and die cut flowers I punched some little daisies to use as their centres, I hope I have got all the details correct but I made this one some time ago and with all my craft stuff at my mum's I cannot check unfortunately my memory is rubbish so I do apologise.

I would like to enter this card into the challenge at 

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES WK 35 

Hugs

lolo x

MULTI TASKING

 Today my card features a digital image from Mo Manning called Jordon Multi Tasking I have coloured her with both Spectrum Noir and Zig markers, the papers are from a multi coloured pad that features all marble effect colours for this card I have used the pink colour, I used my circle dies to cut out black card then some of the paper and centered behind the image the sentiment is a stamp I also added punched little daisies and added pink Nuvo drops for their centres the card base is a 6x6 scalloped edged card

I would like to enter this card into the following challenges:

CREATIONS IN PINK - USE MAINLY PINK

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES

PASSION FOR MARKERS - HIP TO BE SQUARE

hugs

lolo x

DUPLICITY

 Today my card features a digital image from Sheepski Designs that I won a little while ago, I printed it off but have only just coloured it and I did that with Crafters Companion Craftista and Zig markers, the papers I found looking through some pads that were very kindly sent to me but I couldn't find the topper page all I know is that it suited the colours that I had used to colour the image, it looks like it is on fire. I also added a couple of punched butterflies, some brick card and gold mirror card I stencilled the wall background very lightly 

I would like to enter this card into the challenges at:

DREAM VALLEY - A/GOES

CREATIVE MOMENTS - PATTERENED PAPER

PASSION FOR MARKERS - SQUARE IS HIP 

hugs

lolo x

MOONDREA LILY

 My second post for today if you would like to see my Allsorts DT card please scroll down.

My card features a digital image from Moondrea called Lily, I have coloured her with Spectrum Noir Illustrator and Graphic markers, the papers are Lily of the Valley I added a pink organza bow and a stamped sentiment.

I would like to enter this one into the challenges at:

DREAM VALLEY - HAND COLOURED IMAGE

TRY IT ON TUESDAY - MAKE IT FEMININE

CREATIONS IN PINK - USE MAINLY PINK 

hugs

lolo x

IT'SDELIGHTFUL ANIMALS AT ALLSORTS #795

 Today is my turn to choose the theme for this week's challenge and it is

DELIGHTFUL ANIMALS or

Anything Goes

I'm a great Animal lover as I know so many of you are as well, so it would be lovely to see your takes on the theme showcasing animals, any sort of 'real' animal. The A/G option remains for those preferring that route.

A polite reminder: To protect possible copyright infringement, all entries must detail as a minimum the make/brand of products used (free from internet is not acceptable) and preferably a short description of how it was made. 

Two prizes for this week come from AALL and Create

Lots of inspiration and animals from the Design Team as well as Val (Aquarius) who we are happy to welcome as our Guest Designer this week....

My DT card features a digital Images from Meljens Designs called Get Along Little Doggy, coloured with Nuvo markers the base card including the wall effect is from my stash I stamped the sentiment and added a couple of punched stars

I would like to enter my card into the challenges at:

THE CUTIE PIE CHALLENGE - FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS

POLKADOODLES - A/GOES

Hope that you will all come join this challenge

hugs

lolo x