The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is this week's creation using "Country Snowman" by Sweet & Sassy Stamps.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Jolly & Bright" by Recollections.  My frames are created by using Fleur De Lis Square and Floral Oval by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are a white fork bow and red glitter snowflake.

Here is this week's sketch:

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is my creation for this week's The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge.  I used "Jesus Is The Reason Sentiment" digi set by Sweet & Sassy Stamps.  My designer paper is "Yuletide" by K&Company.  I used Classic Circles by Spellbinders to create my frame. 

Here is this week's sketch:

Belli Challenge #159 - Christmas

Here is the last challenge of the year for the Belli Challenge.  The theme for the challenge is Christmas.  I used "Christmas Donkey" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is Wonderland Winter by My Mind's Eye.  I used the Classic Rectangle and Circles by Spellbinders to create my frames.  Next, I added lime green ribbon and pink rick rack.  My finishing touches are a lime green button with pink floss and pink pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge - Anything Goes

Here is the last challenge for the year!  Happy Holidays to you and your families!!  The theme for Meljen's Design Challenge is Anything Goes.  I used "Fancy Gift Box" and "Merry Christmas Word Art" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my images with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My finishing touch is a Christmas tree I purchased at Michael's.

  

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is my version of The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge for this week.  I used a pre-colored image from a free clip art site.  I used a tag as my frame for the image.  My designer paper is Jolly Holiday by Recollections.  I used purple twine from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  The sentiment is computer generated.

Here is this week's sketch:

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is my fun creation using "Naughty or Nice Elf" by Fred, She Said.  This is for The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge and the new sketch is listed under my card.  The image comes as a digi or pre-coloured.  I chose the pre-coloured image.  My designer paper "Cozy Little Christmas" by The Paper Studio.  To create the the frame I used the Classic Circles by Spellbinders.  The sentiment comes with the image set.  My finishing touches are red pearls.

Here is this week's new sketch:

JustRite Papercraft Friday Challenge #087 - Picture This!

Here is my creation for the JustRite Papercraft Friday Challenge #087 - Picture This!  This is a beautiful picture of my 15 year old daughter Holly.   She has turned into a very special young lady and I can't wait to see what more she will accomplish in the future.

I painted the wooden frame with black shiny acrylic paint by FolkArt. The border around the frame is created by black embossing "Classic Lace Edges One" by JustRite Papercraft onto white cardstock. I then cut the border out with "Classic Edges Two" by Spellbinders Paper Arts™. The sentiment is from "Just The Right Words" by Becca Feeken of Amazing Paper Grace, stamped on Antique Labels One Dies by JustRite.

I punched holes into the borders and threaded them with gorgeous black silk ribbon from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. I created a three-looped bow made with the silk ribbon and topped it with a rhinestone button.  I finished the frame with black and silver rhinestones.

Belli Challenge #158 - Something Sweet

The theme for Belli Challenge is "Something Sweet"  I used a Gingerbread House, Gingerbread Boy/Girl and sentiment by DeeDee Anderson. I colored my images with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Cozy Little Christmas" by The Paper Studio.  The border was created with an Edgeablilties by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are tan pearls.

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is my creation for The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge.  I used a Santa from a free clipart site.  This is a pre-colored image.  My designer paper came from Hobby Lobby.  The frames are Romantic Rectangles and Classic Circles by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are red rhinestones.

 

Here is this week's sketch:

Meljen's Design Challenge - Sketch

This week's Meljen's Design Challenge is a sketch.  I colored "Marshmallow Snowman" and "Friendship To Keep Cozy" sentiment by Meljen's Design with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Jolly and Bright" by Recollections Signature.  I used the Classic Circle by Spellbinders.

Here is the sketch below:

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

This week for The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge, I used "Winter Westie" by Fred, She Said.  My westies are pre-colored.  My designer paper is "Holiday Collection, The Winter Matstack" by Die Cut With A View.  My frame is made with the Fleur Di Lis die by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are white snowflake buttons with teal rhinestones.

Here is this week's sketch below:

Meljen's Design - Cozy Little Snowman

Here is a darling creation using one of Melissa's rubber stamps.  I colored "Cozy Little Snowman" by Meljen's Design over at Whimsy Stamps with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from The Christmas Combo Matstack by Die Cut With A View.  To create the frames I used Floral Oval and Classic/Scalloped Circles by Spellbinders.  The sentiment is by Inkadinkado.  My finishing touches are a white snowflake button with brown twine.

Belli Challenge #157 - Thankful/Graditude

Here is my creation using "Thanksgiving Turkey" by Karen's Doodles.  The them for the Belli Challenge #157 is Thanksgiving, Thankful or Gratitude.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from my sister's craft room.  My frames are made with the Classic Square ans the Classic/Scalloped Circles by Spellbinders.  My sentiment is computer generated.  My finishing touches are three bronze square rhinestones.

Meljen's Design - Grateful

Here is an inspirational creation using "Scarecrow Mouse" and "Grateful Word Art" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image and words with Copic markers.  My designer paper is Home for the Harvest by Sarah Ann Collection.  The frames were created by using Lacey Square and Classic/Scalloped Circles both by Spellbinders.  My finishing touch is a green organza knot.

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

Here is my fun and tasty creation for this week's The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge.  This week there is a spin on our challenge, you need to have a tasty treat on your creation.  I used "Pie for Cocoa" by Sweet & Sassy.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "The Christmas Combo Matstack" by Die Cut With A View.  My sentiment was computer generated.  My finishing touches are cherries and red pearls.

Here is this week's sketch:

Meljen's Design Challenge #136 - Brown & Orange

Here is my fun creation for the Meljen's Design Challenge #136 - Brown & Orange.  I used "Autumn Flower Mouse" and "Fall Is A Time For Peace" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper came individually from Hobby Lobby.  Next, I used the Classic & Scalloped Ovals and Classic Circles by Spellbinders.  My finishing touch is an orange leaf brad.

Meljen's Design DT Day - Thankful

For me, this time of year is to stop and think about what you are grateful for!  I am truly thankful for my family.  My husband, 3 children, friends and all of my adopted children.

But, mostly my sister Darsie and her son Al.  They were rescued by their neighbor, letting them know that their home was on fire!!  It is very scary getting that early morning phone call from a terrified sister and know you can't do much but encourage her and her child.  She is my BEST friend, very loving, forgiving, generous, compassionate and I would be lost without her in my life.  Her son Al, is an awesome, funny, loving, helpful and fabulous son to her, he to would leave a large void in my heart.

So to all I love and cherish, hope you are just as THANKFUL as I am that you are all in my life.  I love everyone of you!!

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

It's time for a new sketch over at The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge.  For me this sketch was harder, because I am not a clean and simple creator.    First, I used Dots Cuddlebug folder to create my background.  Next, cut out my hearts with the Classic and Scalloped Hearts by Spellbinders.  My designer paper is Dots & Stripes by Echo Paper Paper Co.  The sentiment is Friendly Messages by Stampendous.  My finishing touches are three red pearls.

Here is the new sketch below:

Belli Challenge #156 - Harvest/Fruit

Here is my creation using "Fall Wheelbarrow" by Karen's Doodles.  This card is for the Belli Challenge #156 - Harvest/Fruit.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is The Autumn Melody Stack by Die Cut With A View.  My frame was created by using Classic Ovals by Spellbinders.  I finished with a simple brown organza bow.

The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge

It is official!!  I am very excited to say I am a Sugar Baby over at The Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge.  This is a great place to get all your sketch ideas and they are definitely fun to create with.

Here is my creation using "Cocoa Latte" by Sweet & Sassy.  Korin has some fabulous stamp sets and digis. I just love them, they are versatile and my my favorites are the "Cocoas", so many more as well.  I can't wait to start creating with them for you. I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Snowfall Collection" by Bo Bunny.  Then I used the Classic and Scalloped Oval by Spellbinders. The sentiment by Inadinkado was added to the latte cover.  My finishing touches are a brown satin/organza ribbon/bow and blue snowflakes and white pearls. 

Here is my creation and the sketch from The Sweet Stop for this week is below:

Meljen's Design Challenge #134 - Critters

The theme for this week over at Meljen's Design Challenge is Critters.  I used the newly released "Sweet Little Foxy" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from my sister's craft room.  My sentiment is an Inkadinkado stamp and I used the Classic and Scalloped Circle by Spellbinders to create the frame.  The bubble punch is by EK Success.  My finishing touches are a lime green ribbon/bow and pink pearls.

Meljen's Design - Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween to you all.  Hope you have a safe and fun time out trick or treating!!  Here is my creation using "Little Witch Mouse" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  The sentiment I got from my sister's craft room many years ago.  My border is made with an Edgeabilities and  I used Classic and Scalloped Circles by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are blue rhinestone stars.

Fred, She Said - Sad Farewell

Here is my final creation as a design team member of Fred, She Said.  I am leaving and want to dedicate the card to thank Tracey-Lynn for all of her fabulous images and giving me a chance to be on her team.  They all have been wonderful to create with!!  I will miss everyone of the team, all of you ladies have inspired me to improve and work harder.

I used "Hollyhocks" by Fred, She Said.  This is a pre-coloured digi and you can get a digi as well. My designer paper is "Preppy Princess Stack" by Die Cut With A View.  Next I used Labels Twenty-Three to create my frame and an Edgeabilities  for the border both by Spellbinders.  My sentiment is an Inkadinkado stamp.  My finishing touches are white pearls and a silk bow from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. 

  

Fred, She Said - Christmas Ornaments

I just love these "Christmas Ornaments"  and my sentiment is from "Christmas Poinsettia Lantern Set" by Fred, She Said.  There are two different versions of the ornaments and I colored them both with Copic markers.  Cut them both out and used pop dots to raise them up.  I used a Cuddlebug folder to create my background.  My finishing touches are red ribbon, bows and colored the top design with a Copic marker.

The Sweet Stop - Sketch Challenge

I am so excited to say that I have been accepted as one of the new Sugar Babies over at The Sweet Stop!  It's not official until Nov 3rd.  Here is my first creation using "Mummy Bear" and my sentiment is "Stitched Trick or Treat" by Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Enchanted Collection" by Bo Bunny. My finishing touches are silk ribbon and bow from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and a grey button.

I joined this fabulous group because I just love the sketches The Sweet Stop and the stamps and digis by Sweet & Sassy.  Keep coming back every week to see my creation using the latest sketch.  Once you play along you will get hooked. I definitely did!!  The sketch is below my card, have fun.

Belli Challenge #155 - Halloween

The Belli Challenge for the next two weeks is Halloween.  I used "Halloween Cupcake" and my sentiment "Spooky" by Meljen's Design.  I chose to do the monochrome look on my creation.  I colored my cupcake with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby. Next, I used the Classic and Scalloped Circles by Spellbinders.   

Meljen's Design - Leaf Pile Play

Here is my inspirational creation using "Leaf Pile Play" and "Happy Fall" freebie from Meljen's Design.  I colored my images with Copic markers.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used Classic Circles, Classic Rectangles and Classic Squares by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are gold pearls.

JustRite Papercraft Friday Challenge #084 - Flower Power

Here is my creation for JustRite Papercraft Friday Challenge #084 - Flower Power.  I used a sentiment from "Botanical Medallions & Banners by JustRite Papercraft.  Then I created the roses with "Rose Creations" by Donna Salazar.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used a white cupcake wrapper, a MS punch for the butterfly and the leaf strip.  The frame for the sentiment is Ironworks Accents by Spellbinders.  I added a silk fork bow and a stick pin by Darsie Bruno from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  My finishing touches are white pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #132 - Missing You

For the Meljen's Design Challenge # 132 - Missing You, I used "Lil Love Devil" from Meljen's Design.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My sentiment was computer generated.  The designer paper I used is "Dots and Stripes" by Echo Park Paper Co and "Enchanted Collection" by BO Bunny.  I used the Classic Rectangle, Classic and Scalloped Heart by Spellbinders.  My finishing touches are two red buttons in the center of each heart.

Fred, She Said - Christmas Bird Series

Here is the first of my Christmas creations to come.  I used a pre-coloured Christmas cardinal from the "Christmas Bird Series" by Fred, She Said.  I created my frame using Holly Motifs by Spellbinders.  My designer paper is "Season's Greetings" by Echo Park Paper Co.  My finishing touches are red pearls and a red/gold satin bow.

Devastating News: House Fire

On Tuesday morning, I received a call from my sister Darsie Bruno crying and screaming her house was on fire!  Imagine the fear, heartache, devastation, emptiness, dread, and sorrow.  Over at JustRite Papercraft, there is a fundraiser for her.  You can leave a comment with encouraging words or a monetary donation.  Her craft room was heavily destroyed by smoke, not sure what she can save.  The duplex has been condemned and she is being helped by Red Cross.  You can read more when you visit JustRite Papercraft.

Thank you is not enough for anything you can do for her, she is already so overwhelmed by the out pour of comments and donations!  Her emotions are so out of sort, she will respond sometime in a couple of weeks after she can get settled into a new home.  I would also like to Thank everyone in the crafting world for all the help she has received thus far.  What a fabulous family we all belong too!!

Meljen's Design DT Day - Tic-Tac-Toe

Do you like playing games? 

Do you like winning digital images? 

If you answered yes to both, then we have some exciting news for you!

For the month of October, the DesignTeam is playing "Tic-Tac-Toe" on their Design Team Day.  Each DT member will create a project using three different types of embellishments chosen from this Tic-Tac-Toe board in a horizontal, vertical or diagonaldirection. 

Here is how you can play along with us...

1. Create a project using the above Tic-Tac-Toe board and share your project with us on our new Meljen's Designs Club on Facebook.  Make sure you let us know it's for the "Tic-Tac-Toe"game when you post your project.

2. Leave a comment on this blog post and let us know that you've played along with our game.

Once you've done these two steps:

THREE people will win TWO FREE DIGITAL IMAGES!!

Spread the word!  The more you play, the more chances you get to win a couple of the cutest digital images around!  The three winners will be announced on the Meljen's Designs Club on Facebook on Thursday, November 1st. 


On my fun creation I used the top left diagonal.  The image I chose is "Little Frankie" byMeljen's Design.  I colored him with Copic markers.  My designer paper is "Trick or Treat" by The Paper Studio.  I used an orange  Boo button, green brads and Drippy Goo MS punch.  And my finishing touch is black rick rack.

This was really fun and made you think, come along and play this fabulous game!!  

Belli Challenge #154 - Veteran/Military

The theme for the next two weeks for the Belli Challenge is Veteran/Military.  I used a freebie that I got off of the Free Digital Stamps site.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used the Fleur De Lis Rectangle by Spellbinders and Oval Medallions by JustRite Papercraft to create the frames.  And my finishing touch are four blue rhinestone stars.

Thank You to everyone in and has been in the Military past, present and future!!  Without you, America would be nothing, I stand proudly and salute you all for my freedom!!

Fred, She Said - Calla Lilies With Sentiments

Here is a creation for one of my many adopted sons for his wedding.  I used "Calla Lilies With Sentiments" by Fred, She Said.  This comes in a pre-coloured set and digi.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  I used Labels Seventeen, Labels Twenty and Floral Ovals by Spellbinders.  The sentiment comes with this set.    My finishing touches are burnt orange pearls.

Meljen's Design Challenge #130 - Anything Goes

Here is my creation using "Little Ghost Kid" by Meljen's Design.  For the next two weeks on the Meljen's Design Challenge #130 - Anything Goes" is the theme.  I colored my image with Copic markers.  My designer paper is Midnight Magic by Recollections Signature Special.  I used the Floral Oval by Spellbinders to create the frame.  My finishing touches are a yellow/orange organza bow and a Trick or Treat charm.

Fred, She Said - Lenten Roses - Hellebores

Here is my creation for my husband's boss, Terry's father who unexpectedly passed away this August. I used the pre-coloured images of "Lenten Roses" and "Wee Hummingbirds and Petunias" by Fred, She Said.  I used the Romantic Rectangle by Spellbinders for the frame.  My designer paper is from Hobby Lobby.  My sentiment is by Rubber Stampede.  My finishing touch are three cream pearls.