Crafty Cardmakers Challenge # 257 - Butterflies

Hello dear crafty friends.  Welcome to my blog and thank you for your visit.

I hope this finds you well and staying safe. 

The time has come for another Challenge at Crafty Cardmakers.   Dr. Monika is our host and the Theme is Butterflies!!    Anything you wish to create is fine but please make sure your butterfly/ies are a prominent part of your creation.

I have created a simple card using some very basic mixed media techniques.

 I started by adding some torn bits of book paper and strips of washi tape to a piece of watercolour paper.

 I added some stamping with archival ink and then used a sea sponge to dab on some gesso and texture paste.

 Once that was dry, I added the colour with Lindy's Stamp Gang Magicals.  The colour used was Tears on my Pillow Tangerine.   I sprayed the paper with water first and then, again using the sea sponge, simply dabbed the colour where I wanted it.

The chippie piece was embossed with white Ranger Embossing Powder and, once it was attached, I added the prills.   The Greeting was computer generated and mounted on a piece of cardstock and the fussy cut butterfly is a free printable.

Would love it if you could pop over to the CCM Blog.  There you will find all the details of this Challenge and lots of inspiration by my Teamies.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #257 - Butterflies

Thank you so much for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your day!

Take care, stay safe and God Bless.
oxox Marg

Wildflower Cards

Hello everyone and welcome to my blog.

  Hope you are all having a wonderful day!

I have shared quite a few masculine cards lately so, thought it was time to share a couple of feminine ones.  These cards were made a few months ago and were really quick and easy to put together. 

They were made using Tim Holtz's Wildflower die cuts and some older papers by Kaisercraft.

The primary flower was cut from designer paper and the rest were cut from cardstock.  I added a piece of book paper under the flowers on the first card and inked the edges of the die cuts.

The secondary flower was lightly coloured with Distress Ink, and I added a few prills amongst the greenery and to the center of the main bloom.

The word chippy is by Scrapmatts.

On the second card, I simply layered the papers the other way around.  The top, lighter coloured paper, is the waste from cutting the primary flower for the first card.   I simply set this die cut flower inside it and used a different secondary bloom.

No prills this time except in the center of the secondary flower which was also coloured with Distress Ink.

It usually takes me a few days to make my cards because I procrastinate so much over what to put on them but these two came together in one afternoon.  So easy and simple, I shocked myself!  LOL!!

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and for any comment you may care to leave for me.  I really do appreciate it.

Have a fabulous day and stay safe!
Take care and God Bless.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #250 - Love

Hello everyone and welcome to my blog.

Hope you are all having a wonderful day!

Time again for another Challenge at Crafty Cardmakers.  (Didn't that fortnight go quickly?!)
Maike is our lovely Host and the Challenge is - Love is All you Need.

As always, you may create whatever you like, it doesn't have to be a card, as long as it follows the theme.

Of course, I have created another card for this Challenge.

This is another fairly simple card.
The papers are from Kaisercraft's Lady Like 6.5" paper pad.
Really love this collection .. so pretty!

The branch die is from the Wildflowers #1 set by Tim Holtz and the small flowers are by Little Birdie.

I added a mix of prills and micro beads amongst the little blossoms.

The 'Love you" flair was created with a greeting by K'craft.
I mounted it onto a couple of layers of cardstock for some extra dimension and then covered it with Glossy Accents.

This is not a traditional Valentines card as Hubby and I don't really 'do' Valentines, it will simply be used to send our love to whomever we decide to give it to.

Hope you enjoyed my project and would love it if you would pop over to the CCM blog and take a peek at the fab creations by my Teamies!  I'm sure you will be inspired to join in with the Challenge.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #250 - All You Need is Love

Thank you so much for stopping by and for the lovely comments you leave for me.

Enjoy the rest of your day and have fun with your crafting!
Take care and God Bless.

oxox Marg

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #249 - Black & White

Hello dear visitors and welcome to another CCM Challenge.

Glenda is our lovely host this time around and the Theme is Black & White!

As always, you may create anything you like as long as it fits the Theme!

I have created a clean and very simple card.

It is difficult to see but, the background paper, from Kaisercraft, has an embossed pattern on it.

So glad I didn't throw out the scrap of watercolour paper left over when I die cut this Wildflower for a previous project.  Turned out to be the perfect topper for this card.

The circle greeting is also by Kaisercraft.  I simply mounted it onto a few layers of black cardstock for a little dimension before attaching it to the card.

This would have to be the simplest (and quickest) card I have ever made and yet .. I like it!!

Would love for you to pop over and take a look at the fab creations by the rest of the Team.  So much inspiration to be had.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #249 - Black & White!

Thank you so much for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your day!
Take care and God Bless.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #246

Hello everyone and welcome to my blog.

The time has come for a new Challenge at Crafty Cardmakers.  This time, Dr. Monika is our host and the Theme is No Patterned Paper.

As always, you can created anything you like, it does not have to be a card, but you must follow the Theme.  

I created a small masterboard using a brayering technique I have been wanting to try for a while now.  I learned about it from the amazingly talented Alison Bomber at Words and Pictures.   Unfortunately, I can't find the post where she describes the technique but it is quite simple really.   You just spray some water on your mat, place a couple of blobs of paint on it in whatever colours you wish, and then brayer it.  Then, all you need to do is run the brayer over a piece of watercolour paper, spreading the colour until you are happy with the result.

For this board, I used Navy and Antique White Acrylic Paint by Semco.  I also added a touch of Rainy Day Chalk Paint by Little Birdie.   Wasn't sure how the chalk paint would go mixed with the Acrylic, but it was fine

The Best Wishes chippie is from Scrapmatts. 

The Wildflower Dies are by Tim Holtz.  I cut three of  them out in white cardstock and coloured two with Distress Ink, leaving the third one plain white for contrast.

I really love the wildflower dies as they make it so quick and easy to create a pretty card.

Would love it if you could pop over to the CCM Blog and take a peek at the fabulous creations by the rest of the Team.  Lots of inspiration to be found there.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #246 - No Patterned Paper

Thank you ever so much for stopping by.  Sorry that I haven't been terribly active on my blog lately but I'm afraid it's going to be quiet here again for a few weeks as hubby and I are off on a Cruising holiday.   This post was scheduled before we left so hopefully it will publish alright.

Thank you everyone for your support and the lovely comments you leave for me.  I really do appreciate it.   A big thank you also to my new followers.  So pleased you decided to join up.

Have a wonderful day and enjoy your crafting!!
Take care and God Bless.
oxox  Marg

 

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge # 245

Hello dear visitors and welcome!  

So pleased you stopped by and hope you are enjoying your day.

It's time for a new Challenge at Crafty Cardmakers.  Lin is our Host and the Theme is Thankful.   

As always, you can create anything you like as long as it follows the Theme.

My project is a simple card created with some Wildflower dies by Tim Holtz.

The papers are by 49 & Market.  I love the subtle graphics on these papers .. so gorgeous!

Added a little stamping with a Kaisercraft Script stamp and the Thank You tab is also by Kaisercraft.

Decorated the inside with papers from the same 49 & Market Collection and added a fitting sentiment by Kaisercraft.

Would love it if you could pop over to the CCM blog and take a look at the what the rest of the Team has created.  You just may find yourself inspired to join in with the Challenge.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #245 - Thankful.

Thank you so much for your visit and do enjoy the rest of your day,

Take care and God Bless.

oxox Marg

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #233

Hello everyone and welcome!!  Very pleased you decided to stop by.

The new Challenge is now live at Crafty Cardmakers!  Glenda is hosting and the Theme is 3 - 2 - 1.  As always, you can create whatever you wish but we would like to see your creations using three of one thing, two of another and 1 of a third.  As an example, you could use 3 patterned papers, 2 diecuts and 1 image and, it would be helpful if you can mention in your post what your 3, 2, 1s are!

For my DT contribution I have created a card and, in keeping with the Theme, I have used three patterned papers, two flowers and one chipboard flourish.

The papers are from Kaisercraft's Wandering Ivy Collection.  I love the combination of white with the different shades and patterns in blue.  There are also touches of green in this collection as well which is also very pretty.

The chippie is by Little Birdie as is the white flower used.  The fabric flower is from my stash.  That is to say, I have had it for quite a while and have no idea who the manufacturer is.  LOL!!

As you can see, I've also added a piece of lace under the cluster and enhanced the card with a mixture of prills and micro beads.

Well, I hope I have inspired you to take part in this Challenge.
For lots more inspo, do pop over to the CCM blog and take a look at the wonderful creations by the rest of the Team.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge # 233 - 3, 2, 1

Thank you so much for your visit and for any comment you may care to leave.
I love to read them all.

Have a wonderful day and enjoy your crafting!!
Take care and God Bless.
oxox Marg

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #230

Hello my dear visitors and welcome.

So pleased you decided to stop by my blog today.

The new Challenge is live at Crafty Cardmakers!  Marlene is our Host and the Theme is 'That Special Someone'.

As always, you may enter whatever you like.  A card, scrapbook layout, journal page, home decor, whatever takes your fancy as long as it fits the Theme.

For my DT contribution I have created a card for a very special lady who is celebrating a very special birthday.  She is one of my closest friend's Mum and she is turning 90 this year.  She is truly an amazing woman.  90 years old and still going strong.

  The papers are by Kaisercraft from their 'Wandering Ivy' 6.5" x6.5" paper pad.

 The piece of chipboard is by Little Birdie and the diecut is the Floral Sprig by Memory Box.

 The fabric flower was purchased from Megs Garden and the small paper flowers are by Magnolia Ink.

I've also added some pieces of my fave lace and some prills and micro beads in and around the cluster.

A Little seam binding bow finishes this card off nicely, I think.

To find all the details of this Challenge and to take a peek at the fabulous creations by my Teamies just follow the link below.

Crafty Cardmakers Challenge #230 - That Special Someone.

Thank you for stopping by and, to those who take the time to leave me a lovely comment, thank you so much.  I love to read them.

Enjoy your day and have fun with your crafting!!
Take care and God Bless.
oxox Marg