Thursday, December 29, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #90 - Blue

Here is a card I made for the Meljen's Design Challenge using "Blue".  I used the image "Cozy Winter Wolf Pup" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my wolf with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used the "Icicle" punch by MS.  My die is Fleur De Lis Square by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches a snowflake buttons and white pearls.  My sentiment was created by my sister Darsie.


Sunday, December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas Julie!!

Here is a creation I made for a very dear friend of mine.  I see Julie every time I go visit my sister Darsie in NY.  We always have a card making class when we get together.  This year after Thanksgiving, we made a box with some green squares that were left over from the project.  I told her not to throw them away that we could make something with them.  And she laughed at me and said to make something for her using the green squares.

So this is for you Julie, I love and miss you!!  Hope you have a fabulous holiday with your extended family.


Saturday, December 24, 2011

Merry Christmas JustRite Stampers!!

Here is a creation I made for my niece Lee for Christmas.  Her favorite color combination is red, black and white.  I used "Peace on Earth Set" by JustRite Stampers.  My paper was created by the swiss dot Sizzix folder.  The frame is Spellbinders Classic and Scalloped Oval, with the Fluer de Lis punch by EK Success.  My finishing touches are organza ribbon/bow and black/red pearls.


Friday, December 23, 2011

Merry Christmas Fred, She Said

Merry Christmas to all who participated in our challenges over at Fred, She Said.  We are off until the new year, here is an inspiration card I created using "Emma The Skating Elf".  I used a pre-colored digi and my designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used the Spellbinder Snowflake die and finished with a red satin/organza bow.


Thursday, December 22, 2011

Meljen's Design - Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to all who participated in our challenge this past year.  This week we are taking off to enjoy our holidays with our families.

 Here is an inspiration card I created for a friend of mine who loves the colors burgundy, green and gold.  My image is called "Moose Lights" by Meljen's Design.  My designer paper is "Snowfall Collection" by Bo Bunny.  My sentiment is a long ago freebie.  My finishing touch is a seam binding bow.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Merry Christmas Belli Challenge!

Merry Christmas to all who have participated in our challenges this past year.  The last theme for the Belli Challenge for this year is anything Christmas.  So I used a pre-colored version of  "Christmas Rosey Digi and Colored Set" by Fred, She Said.  My designer paper is Yuletide from K&Company.  My finishing touches are red snowflakes with green pearls.


Friday, December 16, 2011

Fred, She Said Christmas Challenge...

Fred She Said is having a fun little Christmas Challenge! The theme is "Make a Christmas Tag OR Share a favorite Holiday Recipe". The PRIZE is a $25 GC to the Fred She Said Store.  There will be one winner chosen randomly.  Entries will be accepted until Friday DEC 30th midnight EST.  More details at the Fred She Said BLOG.

Here is my tag attached to a basket of bath toiletries! I used Patience from the "Angel Series" and my sentiment is from the "Christmas Rosey" digi set:  


Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

Here is this adorable little guy called "Christmas Star Snowman" by Meljen's Design.  I colored him with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Yuletide" by K&Company.  My die is Fleur di Les by Spellbinders.  I finished with two snowflakes using MS punch and a bow with pearls.


Thursday, December 8, 2011

Meljen's Release and Challenge...

Today there is a New Release and challenge at Meljen's Designs The new release features delightful and whimsical themed images and our challenge is to use the color GREEN in our card or project! You could possibly win free digis by playing in our challenges!

My cute card uses the "Cozy Winter Raccoon" digi!
 
 

Friday, December 2, 2011

Flashback Friday

Here is a fun and adorable creation using "Gingerbread House" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from a craft store from St. Paul, MN.   Next, I added pink satin ribbon with brown rick rack and a bow.  My finishing touches are a gingerbread man cookie cutter button.


Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Kitty & The Ornament

Here is the beginning of my Christmas creations.  I used "Kitty & The Ornament" by Fred, She Said.    Having a fabulous time with my sister Darsie and her kids.

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #86 - Twine or Ribbon

Here is my creation using "Santa's Little Helper" from Meljen's Design's latest release.  Our challenge this week is to use ribbon or twine on your creation.

I colored my elf with Copic markers.  My designer paper came from my sister Darsie's craft room.  I used the snowflake edge punch by EKSuccess.  Next I added cream seam binding and soft orange rick rack.  Then I put my twine in the snowflake buttons (Look really hard, it is there).  My finishing touch are the soft orange pearls.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Belli Challenge #131 - Thanksgiving

Here is a creation using "Give Thanks Nested Frames & Occasions" by JustRite Stampers.  This week's Belli Challenge theme is anything to do with Thanksgiving (Leaves, Cornucopia).  My designer paper is from my sister Darsie's craft room.  I used the Fancy Tags 2 by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are two leaf brads and a gold/brown leaf bow. 


Friday, November 18, 2011

Fred, She Said Christmas Blog Hop!

Welcome to our "FRED, SHE SAID Christmas Blog Hop"! If you just happened to drop by my blog and you are not aware of this wonderful event taking place, please go back to the "Fred, She Said" blog HERE and start your hop! Please take a moment to comment on our posts as we love feedback!

Along the way, you will see a special CODE WORD. Collect them all up! Once you've reach the end of the blog hop follow the instructions to make your entry and your name will go in for a draw for 1 of the following prizes (there will be 3 random winners with 1 prize each) Two $30 Gift Certificates for the "Fred, She Said Store", and a $30 Gift Certificate to CROPSTOP ! We'll be choosing the 3 random winners on December 3rd! So get hopping!

My Special Code Word: & THE DT

You should have come here from the  FRED, SHE SAID BLOG, but here is a list of the blog hoppers in case you lose your way (in this order, left to right):

FRED, SHE SAID BLOG, ROBIN (you are here), DARSIE, CAROL, NANCY, VAL, ANNE, DEBBIE, VICKI, MICHELLE, and the FRED, SHE SAID CHALLENGE BLOG (the end of your journey).

Thank you for taking the time to play along. Now, to continue the blog hop, please visit DARSIE's blog! When you are finished hopping, why not check out the "Fred, She Said" store!

Here is the card I made for the "Fred, She Said" Christmas Blog Hop using "Emma the Caroler":
 
 

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

Here is an adorable image called "Harvest Snowman" By Meljen's Design.  I colored my snowman with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  Next,  I used the Classic and Scalloped Nestabilities.  My finishing touches are green pearls and buttons with floss.


Sunday, November 13, 2011

Flying Birds Series - Cardinal & Raspberries

Here is a creation I made using the cardinal from "Flying Bird Series: Cardinal & Daisies" and the red raspberries are from "Flying Bird Series: Blue Jay & Raspberries" by Fred, She Said.  My designer paper is from Michael's the pre-textured red dot cardstock.  Next I used the Beaded & Classic Oval Nestabilities.  I added a light blue gingham bow and red/blue pearls.


Thursday, November 10, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #84 - Orange and/or Brown

Here is my creation for this week's color challenge.  I used "Autumn Boots Mouse" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is Seasonal by Cloud 9 Design.  I added brown twine and bow to my orange button.  My finishing touch are the brown pearls.


Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Belli Challenge #130 - Paper Piercing

Here is my creation using "Bird Houses Set" by JustRite Stampers.  The theme this week for the Belli Challenge is "Paper Piercing"

 I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used the Classic and Scallop Circle Nestabilities.  My punch is Lattice by MS.  My finishing touch is a brown sparkle swirly bow.  I added my piercing around the bird houses.

Monday, November 7, 2011

Thankfulness

Here is a creation I made using a verse from "Sunflowers & Thankfulness Digi Set" by Fred, She Said.  I cut out the verse with an Oval Nestabilities.  The cuddlebug folder I used is "Flourish Dots and Ribbons" by Sizzix.  The flowers are from "Smelling The Cherry Blossom Set" and the butterfly is "Ornate Cut Out Butterfly Digi Set".  My finishing touches are "Pine Branches" punch by McGill and four green pearls.


Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

Here is a cute creation using "Farmer Crow" and "Harvest Stitches" by Meljen's Design.  The designer paper is "Blink of an Eye" by My Mind's Eye.  I colored my crow with Copic markers.  My finishing touches are orange pearls and blue seam binding and bow.


Monday, October 31, 2011

Happy Halloween!

Hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!!  I colored my Inkadinkado image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Seasonal by Cloud 9 Design.  I used the Lacey Nestability, added black satin and purple organza polka dot ribbons.  My finishing touches are purple/black pearls and orange organza bow with Boo button.


Saturday, October 29, 2011

Halloween Rosey

Here is an adorable image "Halloween Rosey" by Fred, She Said.  You can get this in pre-coloured or digi set.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My Nestability is Square Fleur de Lis.  Next, I added orange buttons with black floss.   The ribbon and bow are made from orange/black polka dot grosgain.  My finishing touches are purple rick rack and purple pearls.


Thursday, October 27, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #82 - Christmas

I created this card using "Gift Bow Christmas Fairy" and my sentiment is "Magical Christmas Word Art" is a freebie by Meljen's Design.  Check out the store for the latest release.  This week's challenge is Christmas.

I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Winter Time" by Echo Park Paper Co.  The Nestability is the Lacey Scallop and Classic Circles.  My finishing touches are red pearls and glitter.


Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Belli Challenge #129 - 1234 Recipe

Here is a fun challenge using 1234 Recipe, which means any combination such as 1-designer paper, 2-punches, 3-bows, 4-pearls.  Whatever works for you, mix it up a bit and join us on the Belli Challenge this week.

I used "Trick or Treat" set from JustRite Stampers.  I colored my pumpkin witch with Copic markers.  My 1234 recipe is as follows: 1- designer paper, 2-spider brads, 3-colors (orange, black, green) and 4-spider web punched corners.  I also added for fun the Spider Web trim by MS.  My finishing touches are orange pearls and a white/black spider ribbon.


Monday, October 24, 2011

Emma The Cat

Here is a fun creation using "Emma The Cat" by Fred, She Said.  I colored her with Copic markers.  My designer paper is Ghostly Greetings by K&Company.  My punch is Optic Dots by MS.  The sentiment comes with the digi set.  The finishing touches are two purple/black striped brads and a seam binding bow.


Thursday, October 20, 2011

Pumpkin Bouquet

Here is my latest creation using "Pumpkin Bouquet" by Fred, She Said.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from JoAnn Fabrics.  The  fancy swirls are from Marianne Design Creatables "Frame & Swirls" from gold glitter paper.  I used the Classic and Scalloped Circle Nestabilities.  My finishing touch is a yellow/orange bow.


Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Meljen's Design - Tantalizing Tuesday

Here is a project I created using "Mr. Bones" from last week's newest release by Meljen's Design.  I used a MS treat bag, then added designer paper.  Next I used the "Iron Fence" MS punch and glued to inside front.  I colored two images and my sentiment  with Copic markers.  Finally I filled with skulls/bones candy, then added an orange tulle bow.


Monday, October 17, 2011

Operation Write Home Fundraiser

*  Operation Write Home is a not-for-profit organization that collects and sends handmade greeting cards to American soldiers for their use in keeping touch with their families back home. They need to raise $13,000 to cover holiday shipping costs.

* Among other fundraisers going on at the same time, K 'n K Designs will be selling 7 new digi sets designed exclusively for this cause. These include 4 sets by Katlyn and 3 sets by DeeDee Anderson. Each "set" includes an image and some greetings, in both Jpeg an PNG file formats, all in a zip file.

* These sets are available for just $2 each, or in various value bundles (e.g. get them all for just $10!), with all proceeds (minus Paypal fees) donated to Operation Write Home.

* The sets can be purchased at the K 'n K blog (NOT their store) from October 17th thru noon November 1st.
The blog is here: http://knkdesignsblog.blogspot.com/  All purchases will be emailed out within 24 hours of payment clearance.



Here is my creation using the "USA Snowman" and the sentiment that comes with the set.  I colored him with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from my sister's craft room.  The punch I used is Icicle's by MS.  My finishing touches are red felt snowflakes and blue/red rhinestones.


  

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge # 80 - Use A Ribbon

Time for a new release set and challenge.  This week on Meljen's Design Challenge you need to add a ribbon to your creation.  From the newest digis I used "Whacky Hat Cat" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my cat with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used the "Iron Gate" punch by MS.  My finishing touches are black rick rack and black grosgain bow.


Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Belli Challenge #128 - Flower Soft, Felt or Chunky Glitter

I used "Scarecrow Girl" from Karen's Doosdle.  I just love all her images, go over and see the latest images for Christmas.  The theme this week for the Belli Challenge is Flower Soft, Felt or Chunky Glitter.

I colored my scarecrow with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from my sister's craft room.  I used the Oval and Scalloped  Nestabilities.  My ribbon and bow is seam binding.  My finishing touches are two flower soft       (one for her hat and the second for the bow) and brown /yellow pearls.


Sunday, October 9, 2011

Just Emma

Here is my latest creation for Fred, She Said using "Just Emma".  You can get this image as a pre-coloured set and as a Digi set.  I also used "Butterflies DoodleDallion Sheet".   I colored Emma and the butterflies with Copic markers.  My designer paper came from my sister's craft room.  My final touches pearls from Recollection.  


Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Tanatilizing Tuesday - Meljen's Design

Here is an adorable little guy! I used "Witchy Little Gnome", one of Meljen's Designs older image.  The sentiment I used is also an older one.   You need to check out Melissa's new shop and find some of the older images, because they are just as adorable as the new ones.

I colored my witch with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from "Seasonal" by Cloud 9 Design.  My finishing touch are soft green pearls.


Friday, September 30, 2011

Nolan & The Bullfrog

He is a darling creation using "Nolan & The Bullfrog" from Fred, She Said.  You can purchase this as a digi or pre-coloured set.

 I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Baby  Boy Stack" from Die Cut With A View.  My sentiment is computer generated.  I used the MS Bangle Chain Trim punch.  My finishing touches are brown and light green pearls.

  

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #78 - Shapes

Today we have a new release and a challenge.  The Meljen's Design Challenge this week is to use shapes, a square and a circle in your creation.

I am using "Little Bo Peep" from Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from my sister's craft room.  The punch is the Traditional Eyelet from MS and a corner punch.  The Nestabilitiy is the Lacey circle.  My finishing touches are blue/pink pearls and a pink satin/organza bow with a blue rose.




Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Belli Challenge -127 - Paper Piecing

Here is a creation for the Belli Challenge.  This week's theme is "Paper Piecing", where you cut stamped shapes out of paper.  I used a Quickutz die for the penguins and the snowflakes.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. Then I cuddlebugged the glitter paper with the Swiss Dots embossing folder. The punch is "Icicles" by MS.  And my finishing touches are an Inkadinkado sentiment and blue pearls.


Friday, September 23, 2011

Fred, She Said Fall Blog Hop!

It's time for another Blog Hop for Fred, She Said! We are calling it the Fred She Said Fabulous Fall Blog Hop.  We were to use a Fall Colour Combo -  any 2  or more colours from Red, Green, Yellow, Orange or Gold ... and Sky blue... We can`t picture fall without the leaves being against a lovely sky blue, and the project did NOT have to be a fall theme.

One Lucky Winner will get this prize package: 


£15 Gift Voucher to Bearly Mine Designs
 

$10 Prize Package of yummy goodies chosen by Judy from Pizzazz APlenty

Photobucket
... and  a   $30 Gift Certificate to the Fred She Said Store


(Thank you to Bearly Mine Designs and Pizzazz APlenty for sponsoring our hop)


This time around we are going back to a SECRET PHRASE.  Some people were having trouble last time leaving comments.  Please comment and leave the DT some love but it isn't required to win.  All you do is find the secret word/s on each hop post and collect them up to make up a secret phrase.

The instructions will be at the FSS Challenge BLOG on how to enter your secret phrase.  Please only one entry per person and please submit your entry by Friday September 30th midnight EDT. The winner will be announce on Saturday October 1st. 

My Secret Phrase is: ARE


Here is the Blog Hop List:

1. FSS Blog: http://fred-she-said.blogspot.com/
2. Danielle: http://paulettespapers.com/
3. Debbie: http://debbiedee.blogspot.com/
4. Nancy: http://inspiredbystamps.blogspot.com/
5. Robin: http://robinscreativenest.blogspot.com/ YOU ARE HERE
6. Vicki: http://vldesigns.blogspot.com/
7. Darsie: http://craftingwithdarsie.blogspot.com/
8. Anne: http://stargrovesblog.blogspot.com/
9: Michelle:  http://inspirationblooms.blogspot.com
10: Carol:  http://chocolatecraftsandbearsohmy.blogspot.com/
11: Challenge Blog (no word, just directions) http://fss-challenge.blogspot.com/

Here is my project using the colored version of the Pumpkins & Sunflowers Digi Set:


Your next hop stop is Vicki's blog! Enjoy the hop and don't forget to leave some love for the entire design team and their fabulous projects!!

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Tea Cup Pansies

Here is a card I made using "Tea Cup Pansies" from Fred, She Said.  You can get this as a digi and pre-coloured sets.  I colored my images with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from "My Mind's Eye".  The final touch is an orange organza wired bow.  


Thursday, September 15, 2011

Meljen's Design Challenge #76 - Paper Piercing

Here is my latest using "Witching Moon" from Meljen's Design.  The Meljen's Design Challenge this week is to add Paper Piercing to your creation.

I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is some antique looking paper from my sister's craft room.  The paper piercing is there, just kinda hard to see on the orange paper.  My finishing touches are black pearls, orange organza bow with a spider charm.


Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Belli Challenge #126 - String

Here is my latest creation for the Belli Challenge.  This week's theme is to use string.  I used "Happy Panda" from Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  The sentiment is a freebie from Meljen's Design.  I used the Fancy Tags by Spellbinders.  The green string  was used to cover where my papers meet and with the white buttons.


Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Autumn Blessings

Here is a creation I made using a scarecrow stamp I purchased for myself and my sister.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Seasonal" from Cloud 9 Design.  My finishing touches are red pearls and a brown seam binding bow.

I am entering this creation into the following challenges:

Come & Get It - Color Challenge - Red, Brown, Orange
Pile It On - Layers
Crazy 4 Challenges - Color - Orange Olive Green, Yellow, Brown

Friday, September 9, 2011

Hummingbird and Petunias

Here is a creation using the "Wee Hummingbird and Petunias" pre-coloured digi set from Fred, She Said.  My designer paper is from Michael's.  I used the EK Success Fleur De Lis punch for my frame around the image.  My finishing touches are large and tiny pearls and an iridescent white bow.


Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Meljen's Design - Tantalizing Tuesday

Here is an adorable card using a combination of "Fisher Moose", "Bucket of Worms" and "Gone Fishing Word Art" by Meljen's Designs.

I colored my images with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My finishing touches are 3 green brads and brown pearls.


Thursday, September 1, 2011

Meljen's Designs Grand Opening Blog Hop!

 
Today is an exciting day! Meljen's Designs is opening an online store featuring all of their digital stamps!  And to celebrate this joyous occasion, we are having a Blog Hop and Melissa is having a Super Sale in her new store!

You get 1/2 off ALL of Meljen's Designs digital stamps!
This sale runs from September 1st - September 8th. 

Here are the details for the blog hop with 4 chances to win! You must follow the hop, then you'll return to the Meljen's Design team blog and you must leave a comment with the name of your favorite image or an image you'd like to see made! This Blog Hop will last from today and run through Monday! Winners will be announced on September 8th!
 
You should have arrived at my blog from Robbie's blog, but if you lose your way, you can always go back to the Meljen's Design team blog to see the entire list of participants! 
 
Robin (you are here)
 
You are at the end of the blog hop, but you'll need to return to the Meljen's Design team blog and leave a comment with the name of your favorite image or an image you'd like to see, to be eligible for the drawing! Also, make sure you leave some love for the designers and all their fabulous creations!
 
Here is my creation for the Blog Hop:
 
 

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Belli Challenge #125 - Acetate or Vellum

Here is my creation for this week's Belli Challenge.  The theme for this week is to use Acetate or Vellum.  I am using the pre-colored digi of "Emma in the Leaves" from Fred, She Said.  I used my acetate for the front of my card.  I used a punch with a leaf and punched my leaf designer paper to look like falling leaves. 


Friday, August 19, 2011

Flashback Friday - Meljen's Designs

Here is a card I created using "Darling Dalmatian" from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My finishing touches are two black polka dotted buttons with red floss and black pearls.


Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Belli Challenge #124- Gingham

Here is my creation  for the Belli Challenge.  This week's theme is gingham.  My images are from Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps.  I are using "Big Burger", "Marching Ant Frame" and "BBQ Time" freebie.

I had my son put these three images together to make one scene.  I colored my design with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My finishing touches are the red, tan and blue star buttons.