Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #75 - Pleated Flower

Happy Wednesday Everyone,
Today's post is for the Inkspirations Sketch Challenge this week.  I decided to try to make a flower with a pleated centre.  I have noticed this technique on a few different blogs, but it was mainly used as a background instead of the focal point. I embossed the frame of the flower and the leaves for some texture.  I think I achieved what I was aiming for, let me know if you like it!!

Supplies:

Stamps:  S/U's Punch Bunch, French Foliage, Vintage Vogue

Card and Papers:  Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Pretty In Pink, DSP Patterns Stack - Subtles Collection,

Ink: Crumb Cake, Soft Suede

Embellishments: Kaisercraft Crocheted Lace Trim, S/U's Antique Brad, Pearls

Tools:  Big Shot, Square Lattice EB Folder, Spellbinders Blossom Nestabilities, Sizzix Leaves Die, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Sewing Machine, Thread, Sponge, Dble Sided Tape, Tombow Multi Liquid Glue, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, Mini Glue Dots

Thanks' for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspiration's Sketch Challenge #63 - Nature's Elements

Hello Friends,
Today's post is for the Inkspiration's Sketch Challenge this week.  I decided to get back to nautre and I love the outcome, hope you do to.

Supplies:

Stamps: S/U's Inspired by Nature, Every Moment, So Happy for You Sale-A-Bration Set, Nature's Nest

Card: Soft Suede. Very Vanilla

Ink:  Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Bashful Blue

Embellishments: Hemp

Tools: Aqua Painter, Cutter Tool, Small Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Masking Medium, Sponge Dauber

Thanks' for swinging by today,

Hugs,





Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #59 - Curtin Call Colour Challenge Act #71 - Fabric of Friendship

Hi there,
Today's post is for two challenges this week, the Inkspiration Sketch Challenge and the Curtin Call Colour Challenge.  I used a 1998 Stampin' Up! stamp set called "Fabric of Friendship" for the challenges.  Fabric, buttons, twine and anything to do with sewing are very popular at the moment in stamping circles so I thought I would recycle this set, love how it came together.



Supplies:

Stamps: S/U's Fabric of Friendship 1998,

Card and Papers: Whisper White, Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, So Saffron, Sweet Slumber DSP

Ink: Stazon Black, Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, More Mustard, So Saffron, Certainly Celery

Embellishments: Buttons, Bakers Twine

Tools: Aqua Painter, Big Shot, Square Lattice EB Folder, Martha Stewart Doily Lace Punch, Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Sewing Machine

I am looking after two of my Grand-daughters for the next couple of weeks, so I am not sure if I will be able to do any challenges for a while.

Thank's for taking a peek today.

Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #57 - Blue Fairy

Hello Friends,
Today's card is for Makeesha's Sketch Challenge this week.  I used a Mo Manning Digi Image, a cute Fairy. 

Supplies:

Stamps: Mo Manning Digi Image Little Fairy #4

Card and Papers: So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Whisper White, DSP Patterns Stack - Subtles

Markers: So Saffron, More Mustard, Bashful Blue, Blush Blossom, Blushing Bride

Embellishments: Gelly Roll Pen, Dazzling Diamonds, Pearls

Tools: Big Shot, Provo Craft Stars EB Folder, Classic and Scalloped Oval Nestabilities, Aqua Painter, Sponge, 2 Way Glue Pen, Computer and Printer, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Dimensionals, Small Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch

Thank's for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #55 - Celebrate Chinese New Year and The Paper Players #32 - Anything Goes

Hi Friends,
Today's card is for the Inkspirations Sketch challenge and The Paper Players #32 - Anything Goes this week. I love the images from "Kimono Kids" and the blossom branch from "Easter Blossoms" so I have combined the two to make my card. It's the start of the Chinese New Year today and it's the Year of the Rabbit. I am a Rabbit and I wish all others a Happy and Prosperous Year.

Supplies:

Stamps: Kimono Kids, Easter Blossoms

Card: Whisper White, Black, Blushing Bride

Ink: Stazon Black,

Markers: Blushing Bride, Melon Mambo, Certainly Celery, Pink Pirouette

Embellishments: Mini Flower Crystals

Tools: Fiskars Cutter and Embossing Tool, Computer and Printer, Aquapainter, Sponge, Dimensionals, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Classic Circles Nestabilities, Big Shot, Jone's Gloopy Glue

Thank's for poppin in today.

Hugs,

Inkspiration Colour Challenge #50 - Havin' Fun

Hi there,
It's been a while since I have managed to do an Inkspiration challenge, like everyone, life is busy at this time of the year, so here it is.  I think the monsters look like there having fun, so let's party.

Supplies:

Stamps: Make a Monster, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card and Papers: Pear Pizzazz, Tempting Turquoise, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White, Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack Brights

Ink: Stazon Black, Pear Pizzazz, Tempting Turquoise, Rich Razzleberry

Embellishments: Pear Pizzazz Ribbon, Rain Dots

Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig, Piercing Tool, Dimensionals, Double sided Tape, Jone's Gloop Glue, Curly Label Punch, Aqua Painter

Thanks for dropping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge # 47 - 60th Birthday

Hi there,
Today's card is for the Inkspiration Sketch Challenge this week.  I have made this card for a friend who is turning 60 this month. Hope she likes it!!

Supplies:

Stamps: Just Believe, Vintage Labels (R)
Card and Papers: Perfect Plum, Pear Pizzazz, Concord Crush, Whisper White, Kaisercraft Lilac Avenue Collection
Ink: Perfect Plum, Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Daffodil Delight, Black Stazon
Markers: Perfect Plum, Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz
Embellishments: Pearls, Linen Thread, Pear Pizzazz Stitched Poly Ribbon
Tools:  Big Shot, Nestabilities Classic Ovals, Classic Scallop Ovals, Labels Eight, Beautiful Butterflies Die, Vintage Wallpaper EB Folder, Mini Glue Dots, Sponges, Dimensionals, Multi Mat Tool, Computer and Printer, Aqua Painter,
Thanks for stopping by today, Happy Crafting.
Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge #45 - Grab that Star!

Hi there,

Today's card is for Makeesha's Inkspiration Sketch Challenge this week.  I had a fun time decorating the Christmas Tree and adding some bling.  I Paper Pieced the flower pot, dry embossed the Wasabi strip with stars, and gold embossed the sentiment.

Supplies:

Stamps: Stampendous #Q122 Fluffles Tree, SU Starring You, Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card and Papers: Real Red, Wild Wasabi, Whisper White, Antique Gold, Paper Patterns Stack - Brights

Ink: Real Red, Stazon Black, Versamark

Markers: Basic Grey, Pretty In Pink, Wild Wasabi, Daffodil Delight, Certainly Celery

Embellishments: Gold and Silver Metal Studs, Red Crystals, Jelly Roll Pen, SU Real Red Satin Ribbon

Tools: Circle Scissors Plus, Big Shot, Scallop Circle Die, Provo Craft Stars EB Folder, SU Scallop Trim Border Punch, Modern Label Punch, Aqua Painter, 2 Way Glue Pen, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Jones Tones Gloop Glue, Dimensionals, Heat Tool, Gold EB Powder

Thanks for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #33 - Sweet Dragon

Hi there,

Today's post is for Makeesha's Sketch Challenge this week.  I used a very cute image from High Hopes, Gavin' the Givin' Dragon, isn't he sweet.  I enjoyed creating with this fantastic sketch, thank's Makeesha. I have made two similar cards but in different colours.

Supplies:

Stamps: High Hopes Gavin' the Givin' Dragon, S/U's Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card and Papers: Mellow Moss, Always Artichoke, Whisper White, Not Quite Navy, Spring Break DSP (R)

Ink: Stazon Black, Copic Markers

Embellishments: Button, Dazzling Diamonds

Tools: Big Shot, Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Scalloped and Classic Oval Nestabilities, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Dimensionals, 2 Way Glue Pen

Supplies:

Stamps: High Hopes Gavin' the Givin' Dragon, Starring You

Card: Green Galore, Real Red, Yoyo Yellow, Whisper White

Ink: Stazon Black, Real Red, Copic Markers

Embellishments: Dazzling Diamonds

Tools: Big Shot, Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Provo Craft Mesh EB Folder, Scalloped and Classic Oval Nestabilities, Word Window Punch, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, 2 Way Glue Pen, Dimensionals

Thank's for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #31 - Sunflowers

Hello Inkers,
Todays post is for Makeesha's challenge this week. I love these colours together, hope they add a bit of sun shine to your day. Words seem to be in vogue again so I used the retired Stampin' Up! By Definition back ground stamp.  The Daisy D Fleur DSP also features words.

Supplies:

Stamps: SU A Flower for All Seasons, By Definition BG(R)
Card and Papers: So Saffron, More Mustard, Mellow Moss, Real Red, Whisper White, Print Patterns (Hostess Reward 2008-2009) (R), Daisy D's Fleur #13101
Ink: More Mustard, So Saffron, Stazon Black, Real Rust, Mellow Moss, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Always Artichoke
Embellishments: So Saffron Grossgrain Ribbon, Designer Button Playground Series
Tools: Big Shot, Classic and Scalloped Square Nestabilities, Fiskars Apron Punch, Sponge, Dimensionals, Crystal Effects, Embroidery Thread, Pinking Scissors, Boho Blossoms Punch, Mini Glue Dot
Thanks for stopping by today. Have a fabulous week stamping.
Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge #29 - Peddle Power

Hello Friends,
Todays post is for Makeesha's Sketch Challenge this week. I have used this very cute stamp by Mo Manning, Bye Bye Boy.  The Designer Paper, Stripped Ribbon ( I have an almost full roll) and Screw Brads are all items that I have not used for some time. I enjoyed the challenge this week.

Supplies:

Stamps: Mo Mannings Bye Bye Boy, SU's Vintage Labels, Lucy's Stamps 1347LH Tyre Track

Card and Papers: Not Quite Navy, Always Artichoke, Whisper White, Mellow Moss, Spring Break DSP (R)

Ink: Memento Tuxdeo Black, Not Quite Navy, Copic Markers

Embellishments: Real Red Stripped Grossgrain Ribbon, Screw Brads

Tools: Big Shot, Classic Circles Nestabilities, Big Scalloped Circles Nestabilities, Small and Large Oval Punches, Dimensionals, Martha Stewart Screw Punch,

Thanks for stopping by today.
Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge # 25 - Goin' Somewhere!

Hi Friends,

Todays post is for Makeesha's Inkspiration Sketch Challenge this week.  I used Copic Markers to colour the main image, it is really the first time I have used them properly, although I purchased them some time ago.  I love this image of the little girl riding her bike by Mo Manning.

                                                   

Supplies:

Stamps: Bye Bye Girl by Mo Manning, Polka Dot BG
Card and Designer Paper: Real Red, Creamy Caramel, Black, Spring Flowers DSP (R)
Ink: Creamy Caramel, Momento Black, Copic Markers
Embellishments: Red Grossgrain Ribbon, Ladybird Brads
Tools: Big Shot, Polka Dot EB Folder, Scalloped Circle Nestabilities, Classic Circle Nestabilities, MS Double Scallop Edge Punch, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Crystal Effects, Dimensionals
Thanks for popping in today.
Hugs.

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #23 - Pocket Silhouettes

Hello Friends,
Today's post is my entry for Makeesh's Inkspiration Sketch Challenge this week.  I used my Deckle Scissors for some texture on the layers which where one of the first tools that I purchased many years ago and haven't used much since. LOL. The Deckle Scissors match the Deckled Rectangle Nestability that I used to matt the main image. I love these colours together and enjoyed this fun sketch.

  

Supplies:

Stamps: Pocket Silhouettes, Vintage Labels

Card: Elegant Eggplant, Kiwi Kiss, Lavender Lace, Whisper White

Ink: Elegant Eggplant, Kiwi Kiss, Lavendar Lace

Embellishments: None

Tools: Big Shot. Polka Dot EB Folder, Deckle Scissors, Deckle Rectangle Nestability, Dimensionals, Small and Large Oval Punches

Thank's for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge #19 - Golden Elegance

Hi there,
Todays post is for Makeesha's Sketch challenge this week.  I used the FREE Stampin' Up! Sale-A-bration set Happy Moments for the challenge. Don't forget to get your order in before the 31st March if you would like this image: I love this little bird cage and embossed the image in Gold, and brayed the Jamara EB Folder strip with Encore Gold Pigment Ink to give it more definition.

Supplies:

Stamps: Happy Moments

Card: Black, Whisper White, Metallic Gold

Ink: Versarmark, Encore Gold Pigment Ink

Embellishments: Brads, Gold Cord, Ribbon

Tools: Cuttlebug, Jamara EB Folder, Birds and Swirls EB Folder, Dimensionals, Small Brayer, Mat Pack & Piercing Tool, S/U 1/4" Round Punch (R), Gold Embossing Powder

Thanks for stopping by today.

Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge #18 - Let's Celebrate

Hello,

This post is for Makeesh's Sketch Challenge this week. I love this combination of colours and that it is a feminine, girlie card.

                                                  

Supplies:

Stamps: SU's Hello Again, On Your Birthday, En Francais

Card: Chocolate Chip, Mellow Moss, Cameo Coral, Close to Cocoa, Whisper White

Ink: Mellow Moss, Cameo Coral, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip

Embellishments: Ribbon, Pearls

Tools: Small and Large Oval Punches, Cuttlebug, Scallop Circle Nestability, Swiss Dots EB Folder,

1 3/4" Circle Punch, 1/4" Circle Punch (R), Mat Pack & Piercing Tool, Dimensionals, Glue

Hope you like it.

Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge #17

Hello Stamping Friends,

I have found some time this week to participate in Makeesh's last Inkspiration Sketch for the year.  I hope you like my card.

                                                  

Key Ingredients:

Stamps: Razzle Dazzle, Linen BG (R),  Best Yet

Card: Basic Grey, Kiwi Kiss, Whisper White, Urban Oasis DP

Ink: Basic Grey

Accessories: Kiwi Kiss Satin Ribbon, Martha Stewart Holiday Punch, Curly Label Punch, Pearls, Dimensionals

Thanks for stopping by.

Hugs,

Inkspiration Sketch Challenge #16

Hi there,

This is my card for Makeesh's Inspiration Sketch Challenge this week.  I changed a few things to suit my design.  

Key Supplies:

Stamps: Pun Fun, On Your Birthday

Card: Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink, Whisper White, Patterns Pack II DSP, Sweet Always DP, Patterns DP (R) 

Ink: Basic Grey, Certainly Celery

Accessories: Cuttlebug, Scalloped Circle and Plain Circle Nestabilities, Swiss Dots EB Folder, Carl Punch Balloon, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Martha Stewart Doily Edge Punch, Hemp, Dimensionls, Word Window Punch, 2 Way Glue Pen, Fine Embossing Powder, Ribbon, Needle

Stampin Hugs,