All Things Magical and Mythical #71 Featuring Queen of Halloween from The Stamping Chef

Good morning and welcome to this week's All Things Magical and Mythical post. I had no real idea what I wanted to do for this post until I went through my folders of already printed images and found this gorgeous digi stamp from The Stamping Chef, whose design team I used to be on many years ago. Unfortunately they don't exist anymore, which is a shame as I loved these quirky, sometimes a bit naughty, images! 

Anyway, here's my project. I made a wall hanging with this fabulous sentiment from Stamping Bella as well. 

This project is for

The Fairy and The Unicorn February Challenge Anything Fantasy Goes

Morgan's ArtWorld February Challenge Anything Goes

Crafts Galore Encore February Challenge Anything Goes

Creative Inspirations February Challenge Anything Goes

A Perfect Time To Craft Challenge #2 Anything Goes

Love To Scrap Challenge #159 Anything Goes

Recipe:

Stamps: Queen of Halloween from The Stamping Chef, Frightful & Delightful Sentiment Set form Stamping Bella

Papers: Gorgeous Grape & basic Black both form Stampin' Up, Charmed Patterned Papers from Graphic 45, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Gorgeous Grape from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Gorgeous Grape Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Woven With Love Dies from The Paper Boutique

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R30, R20

Hair - YG13, YG17, YG67

Eyes - BV000, BV00

Eyeshadow - V22, V25

Purple - V12, V15, V17, V09

Black - T5, T7, T9

Orange - YR07

Skulls - T0, BV04, BV08

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see you all again soon! 

All Things Magical and Mythical #43 Featuring Alyce Copic Fairy from The Stamping Chef

Good morning everyone and welcome to this week's All Things Magical and Mystical post. For this week's card, I pulled out a very old digi, which I coloured up many many years ago now for a promo when I was on The Stamping Chef design team. Unfortunately the company is no more, but I just happened to find this already coloured image in a box of old bits and bobs and thought it would be a great one to use.

As it has been so long since I coloured her, I'm not 100% certain of the copic combos I used back then, but have guessed at what I think they might be! I couldn't find any papers with my colour combos on! 

I made this cute scene using my Fairy Door die from Tonic Studios, another die bought so long ago and only used once! I am trying to use some of the stuff I have, really to justify all that spending! LOL

This card is for

Through The Craft Room Door Challenge Anything Goes

A Gem of A Challenge Week 13 Anything Goes

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #184 Anything Goes

The Fairy and The Unicorn June Challenge Anything Fantasy Goes

Crafty Gals Corner Challenge #232 Anything Goes

Corrosive Challenge #6 Anything Goes

Recipe:

Stamps: Alyce Copic Fairy from The Stamping Chef, Enchanted Lily from Pink Cat Studio

Papers: Real Red, Basic Black, Soft Suede, Mossy Meadow, Early Espresso, Whisper White, Crushed Curry, Wild Wasabi (Retired) & Pocketful of Posies DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press Blending Card

Inks: Real Red from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Fairy Door Die from Tonic Studios, Cherry Blossom Die from Memory Box, Magic Iris Floral Wreath Add On Dies & Hillside Grassy Border Dies both from Lawn Fawn, Flower Field Dies from Spellbinders, Ebony Black Crystal Drops from Nuvo, In The Clouds Dies from Die'Sire

Copics Used: (I think)

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R30, R20

Black - C5, C7, C9

Red - R35, R37, R39

Grey - C1, C3, C5 or C2, C4, C6

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see you all again soon! 

The Craft Box January Steampunk Box Project #2

Good Morning everyone and welcome to another project from me for this month's Craft Box. The theme this month is steampunk and whilst I love to look at other people's steampunk projects, I struggle with these, so have gone for a much easier one this time!

I used an old image from The Stamping Chef, (sadly they have closed now, but are running as Illustrations by T) which isn't strictly a steampunk image, but I thought she went really well with the theme. I kept to a general gold and brown colour scheme and added lots of the embellishments, ribbon and papers from the box as well as adding some of the micro beads to my big metal flower. Love those things, but they get everywhere! LOL

This card is also for

Creatalicious Challenge #108 Anything Goes

Lemon Shortbread Challenge #34 Anything Goes

Digi Choosday Challenge Week 5 Anything Goes

Crafting From The Heart Challenge #145 Anything Goes

Little Miss Muffet Challenge #155 Anything Goes

Recipe:

Stamps: Demented Beauty from The Stamping Chef, Words of Wonder Set 1 from Crafter's Companion

Papers: Crushed Curry & Chocolate Chip both from Stampin' Up, X-Press It Blending Card, Patterned Papers from The Craft Box

Inks: Crushed Curry from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Golden Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Flowers, Cogs, Micro Beads, Padlock, Ribbon & Spiral Thing all from The Craft Box, Crushed Curry Baker's Twine from Stampin' Up

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20, R30

Hair - E44, E47, E49

Eyes - E74, E77, E79

Eyeshadow - E51, E53, E55, E57

Hat - E84, E87, E89

Gold - Y21, Y23, Y26, Y28

Dark Brown Stripes & Lips - E25, E27, E29

Light Brown Stripes - E51, E53, E55, E57, Y21

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to the Craft Boxers Facebook group and check out all the other gorgeous projects from the DT this month!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #61 The Final Anything Goes

It is with a sad heart that this is my last post for The Stamping Chef Challenge blog. As of January 1st The Stamping Chef will be no more due to the new VAT laws that have come into place in the EU affecting lots of small digital companies, such as The Stamping Chef. But there is some light at the end of the tunnel....Tamara has decided to open a new store Slinky Tart and some of the current images will be carried over into her new shop. The challenge blog will not be running any more unfortunately but you will still see us around in blogland using her fabulous slinky images!

So for my final card, I used something a bit different, Cattitude. Just love these cute little cats and you get lots of little bits in this set too. I went for a purple and grey theme and attempted to do some fur on the cats. I love the way the girly cat came out, but the boy cat was a bit harder. Practise, practise, practise I guess!

This card is also for Through The Craft Room Door's Anything Goes Challenge and Papertake Weekly's Challenge Pick Your Fave. I picked the Oh How Cute Challenge.

Recipe:

Stamps: Cattitude from The Stamping Chef

Papers: Concord Crush (Retired), Basic Gray, In Colors 2010-12 DSP Stack (Retired), Neutrals DSP Stack (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Paw Prints paper from local craft store, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Copic Markers

Accessories: Concord Crush Ribbon (Retired) from Stampin' Up, Die-Namics Double Scallop Border Die from MFT, Labels 1 Nestabilities from Spellbinders

Copics Used:

Chair & Bow - V25, BV17, BV08

Girl Cat - BV20, BV23, BV25, BV29

Cats' Eyes - YG21, YG23

Inner Ears - R30, R20, R22

Boy Cat - W00, W1, W3, W5
Noses - C7, C9
Tongues - R20
Chair Legs & Back - E15, E18
Ball of Wool & Cattitude - V20, V25

And that's all from me for this last post for the Stamping Chef Challenge blog. I do hope you will pop on over to the blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too.

The Stamping Chef Challenge #59 Anything Goes

Good morning and welcome to my latest post for The Stamping Chef's Challenge #59. Our challenge this week as always is an Anything Goes challenge and I have used the gorgeous Rosey for my card this week. I fancied making something other than Christmas cards and Rosey is such a beautiful image that I just had to use her before we say goodbye to The Stamping Chef.

Not sure if you are all aware, but with changes to the VAT laws in Europe, The Stamping Chef are closing down at the end of the year. But don't worry Tamara will be back with her fabulous brand of digi images under a new name, Slinky Tart with some more new digis as well, in her signature style!

Anyway here's my card... Isn't she beautiful with those big eyes?!

Recipe:

Stamps: Rosey from The Stamping Chef, Signature Greetings from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Real Red, Old Olive, Whisper White, Love Letter DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Basic Black from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Basic Black Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Pearls from stash, Flourish Trim D-Lites Die, Fancy Framed Tags 2 both from Spellbinders, Flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20, R30

Hair & Eyes - E41, E42, E43, E44

Flowers & Lips - R35, R37, R39
Leaves and Ribbon - YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97

And that's all from me for today folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too. You don't have to use a stamp from The Stamping Chef to join in, but you double your chances of winning if you do!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #57 Anything Goes

Good morning and welcome to my post for the new challenge from The Stamping Chef. As always our challenge is an Anything Goes one so pull out your Stamping Chef images, get a colouring and join the challenge!

I used the gorgeous Checking Out For The Year for my card. My MIL loved the card I made here and asked me to duplicate it for my boyfriend's two brothers for their Christmas card, but she can have this one instead. I don't like to make 2 of the same card unless I am deliberately mass producing and I wouldn't do that with these kind of cards  - would take way too long!

Recipe:

Stamps: Checking Out for The Year from The Stamping Chef, Boutique Borders: Christmas from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card, Nordic Christmas Patterned Papers from First Edition

Inks: Cherry Cobbler, Pear Pizzazz both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Cherry Cobbler Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Gems from Papermania, Die-Namics Eyelet Lace Border Die from MFT

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20

Hair - E55, E57, E59
Red - R46, R37 R39
Present - E42, E43, E44, E47
Green - G40, G21, YG11
Ground - E40, E41, E42

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge Blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too. Remember you don't have to use an image from The Stamping Chef store but you double your chances of winning if you do!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #55 Anything Goes

Good morning and welcome to my post for the new challenge from The Stamping Chef. As always, our challenge is an Anything Goes one and an ideal opportunity to get ahead on some Christmas cards again don't you think?

I chose to use the gorgeous Yvette for my card this week and I love this stamp because not only is she beautiful, but you get lots of extra background papers, sentiments and embellishments to add to your card/project.

I am also entering this card into these challenges: A Creative Romance's Winter Warmers, Crafty Ribbons Challenge #106 Christmas Creation with ribbon, Crafty Sentiments Anything Goes Challenge and Bunny Zoe's Crafts November Challenge Snow.

Recipe:

Stamps: Yvette from The Stamping Chef, Tag-Its #8 from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Marina Mist, Crumb Cake, Whisper White all from Stampin' Up, Background paper from Yvette set

Inks: Marina Mist from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Whisper White Organza Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Icicle Stickles, Snowflakes Dies LR0123 from Marianne Creatables

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20

Lips - R56, R59

Hair- E41, E42, E43, E44

Eyes - E43, E44, E49
Hat & Scarf - B91, B93, B95, B97
Frame - E43, E44, E49

And that's all from me for this post folks. Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and why not join in the fun whilst you're there too!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #53 Anything Goes

Good morning and welcome to another challenge for The Stamping Chef, which as always is an Anything Goes challenge. I'm slowly making a start on my Christmas cards and used the fantastic Krissy Kringle for my card this week and used some traditional colours of red, green and touches of gold.

Isn't she just stunning?!

Recipe:

Stamps: Krissy Kringle from The Stamping Chef, Holiday Photo Finishers from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Real Red, River Rock, Whisper White, Dashing DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card, White Glitter Card from local craft store

Inks: Real Red from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Golden Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Real Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon (Retired) from Stampin' Up, LR0123 Snowflakes Dies from Marianne Creatables, Die-Namics Dainty Lace Border Die from MFT

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20

Hair - E21, E25, E27, E29

Green - YG61, YG63, YG67

Red - RR35, R37, R39

Ground - E40, E41, E42

And that's all from me for this post folks. Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards fro the DT and why not join in the fun whilst you're there too? Remember you don't have to use an image from The Stamping Chef to join in, but if you do, you double your chances of winning the fabulous digi prize!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #51 Anything Goes

Good morning and welcome to another fabulous challenge from The Stamping Chef. This week, as it is every week, is an anything goes challenge. I used the smexy witch, Broomstick Bella for a slightly saucy Hallowe'en card!

Isn't she just gorgeous? The papers are some of my new stash as well - Masquerade Party by Teresa Collins, enabled by my lovely friend Vicky, who had used some on one of her cards and I just had to have it too!

Recipe:

Stamps: Broomstick Bella from The Stamping Chef, Halloween Treats & Sweets from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Tangerine Tango, Basic Black, Whisper White all from Stampin' Up, Masquerade Party Patterned Papers from Teresa Collins, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Tangerine Tango, Smoky Slate, Sahara Sand, Basic Grey, Basic Black, Silver Stampin' Dazzle Marker all from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Clear Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Spooky Hemp Cord from Lawn Fawn, Halloween Wood Veneers from Jillibean Soup, Black Diamond Stickles, Circle Nestabilities from Spellbinders to make the mask for the moon

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20

Hair - C3, C5, C7, C9

Broom - E30, E31, E33, E35

Purples - V12, V15, V17

Pumpkin Cut Outs - C5, C7, C9

Oranges - YR04, YR68, YR07, YR18

Leaves - YG61, YG63, YG67

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to the Stamping Chef Challenge Blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and why not join in the fun whilst you're there too. Remember you don't have to use an image from The Stamping Chef to join in, but you double your chances of winning if you do! 

The Stamping Chef Challenge #49

Happy Wednesday and Happy October too! Can't believe how quickly September flew by! Such a busy month too! It's time for another fabulous challenge from The Stamping Chef and as always it's an Anything Goes Challenge. As it's getting closer to Hallowe'en, I thought I would make a card for it using the fabulously sexy vampire from Coffin Break. Isn't she a stunner?!

I tried to keep her skin really pale, which worked really well against the black hair. I found these blood drips in the Silhouette Studio store and thought they would be perfect for a vampire themed card as was the sentiment. This card was really hard to photograph thought with all the sparkle of the black glitter paper and shine from the red pearlescent paper. But I hope you can see the glamour I was trying to get!

I am also entering this card into Crafting When We Can's Challenge #79 to use no designer papers! 

Recipe:

Stamps: Coffin Break from The Stamping Chef

Papers: Perfect Plum, Basic Black, Whisper White all from Stampin' up, Black Glitter paper and Red Pearlescent paper both from local craft store, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Copic Markers, Golden Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Silhouette Studio Die Cuts - Bats, Blood Dripping Border, Sentiment

Copics Used:
Skin - E0000, E000, E00, E21, R20
Hair - W3, W5, W7, W9
Dress & Lips - R35, R37, R39
Coffin Lining - BV11, BV13, BV17, V99
Shoes - BV11, BV13, BV17
Coffin - T1, T4, T6
Eyes - W1, W3, W5

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous DT cards and join in the fun whilst you are there too. Don't forget you don't have to use a digi from The Stamping Chef store, but you double your chances of winning if you do, so why not pop into the store and treat yourself to a few!

The Stamping Chef Challenge #47 Anything Goes

It's time for another fabulous challenge over at The Stamping Chef challenge blog and as always it's an Anything Goes challenge. I used the beautiful Suzette this week and added lots of butterflies - one of my fave things to use on a card, along with a pretty blue and pink colour combo. Love how she came out!

Recipe:

Stamps: Suzette from The Stamping Chef, Butterfly Dreams from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Strawberry Slush, Lost Lagoon both from Stampin' Up, Pastel Dreams Patterned Papers from Lily of the Valley, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Strawberry Slush from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Strawberry Slush Ruffle Trim, Corner Rounder Punch both from Stampin' Up, Butterfly Scallops Punch Around The Page Set from Martha Stewart, Peacock Butterfly Die from Wild Rose Studio

Copics Used: Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20
Lips - R81, R83, R85
Hair - E50, E51, E53, E43
Eyes - BG000, BG01,BG02
Blue on Butterflies - BG70, BG72, BG75
Pink on Butterflies & Ribbon - RV21, RV23, RV25

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to the Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards form the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too.

You don't have to use an image from The Stamping Chef store, but if you do you double chances your win 3 digis of your choice from the store!

The Stamping Chef #44 Anything Goes

It's time for another fun challenge over at The Stamping Chef and as always it's an Anything Goes Challenge. I used the hilarious Bungle Bunny digi for my card this week for a very early Hallowe'en card. I love these twisted, yet elegant girls! It's that "butter wouldn't melt" idea to me! LOL

And here she is... Love her sweet and innocent smile while she's strangling the poor bunny!

Recipe:

Stamps: Bungle Bunny from The Stamping Chef,  Halloween Treats and Sweets, Framed Out #6 both from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Perfect Plum, Basic Black both from Stampin' Up, Oct 31 Patterned Papers from Fancy Pants, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Perfect Plum, Basic Black both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Clear Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Perfect Plum Taffeta Ribbon, Sizzix Large Delicate Doilies Die from Stampin' Up, Spiderweb Punch Around The Page Set from Martha Stewart, Pearls from Papermania, Filigree Corner Die from La-La Land Crafts

Copics Used: 

Skin - E0000, E000, E00, E01, E21, R20

Hair - C1, C3, C5, C&, C9

Branch - E43, E44, E47

Rope - E33, E35

Bunny - R20, R22, W1, W3, W5

Dress - V91, V93, V95, V99

Eyes - BV20, BV23, BV25

Ground - C00, C1, C2

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too. You don't have to use a stamp from The Stamping Chef to join in but if you do you get entered into the prize draw twice to win 3 digis of your choice from The Stamping Chef store, so what are you waiting for?! 

 

The Stamping Chef Challenge #42 Anything Goes

It's time for another fun challenge over at The Stamping Chef and as always it's an Anything Goes Challenge. I used the gorgeous You're Koalafied digi for my card this week, trying to keep to a brown and green jungle-y theme! My skin colours were having a bit of a hissy fit on this card, despite being cleaned and refilled, so she's a bit browner than my usual skin colour, but hey, she's Australian so I guess she would have a good sun tan!

And here she is...

Recipe:

Stamps: You're Koalafied from The Stamping Chef, Wild About You (Retired) from Stampin' Up, Turning A New Leaf from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Old Olive, Baked Brown Sugar, Whisper White, Old Olive Prints DSP (Retired), Neutrals DSP Stack (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Pacific Vineyard Patterned Papers from Papertrey Ink, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Early Espresso from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Early Espresso Ribbon (Retired), Itty Bitty Punch Pack (Retired?) both from Stampin' Up, Turning A New Leaf Dies, Loopy Border Die both from Papertrey Ink, Cinnamon Stickles

Copics Used: 

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20

Hair - E15, E18 YR31, Y23

Koala - E53, E55, E71, E74, E79

Hat Band, Vest & Belt - E55, E57, E59

Shirt - E40, E41, E42, E43, E44 (these were playing up as well!)

Shorts & Hat - YG91, YG95, YG97

Shadow - E40, E41

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous cards from the DT and join in the fun whilst you're there too. You don't have to use a stamp from The Stamping Chef to join in but if you do you get entered into the prize draw twice to win 3 digis of your choice from The Stamping Chef store, so what are you waiting for?! 

 

The Stamping Chef Challenge #40

It's Wednesday and that must mean it is time for Team A to showcase their cards for this week's The Stamping Chef Challenge #40, which is an Anything Goes challenge. I chose to use the gorgeous CurveBomb for my challenge card this week and made it especially for my Aunt's birthday which is coming up very soon. She loves all things 50s so this image is perfect for her.

And here she is from the front...

And here is slightly side on view so you can see the centre step fold a bit better.

Recipe:

Stamps: CurveBomb from The Stamping Chef, Women of Life from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Real Red, Basic Black, Whisper White all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card, Love Story, Yours Truly Patterned Papers both from Echo Park

Inks: Real Red, Basic Black both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Clear Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Palace Oval Frame Die from Memory Box, Dotty 3D Itty Bitty Bow Dies from Creative Expressions, Black Crystals from Papermania, Red Pearls from Hobbycraft, LR0107 Floral 3 Die from Marianne Creatables, 6003/0008 Swirl 4 Die from Joy Crafts

Copics Used: 

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, R20

Hair - W3, W5, W7, W9

Reds - R24, R27, R29, R39

Blacks - C3, C5, C7, C9

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenge Blog and check out all the other gorgeous DT cards and join in the fun whilst you're there too! You don't have to use an image from The Stamping Chef to play along, but if you do you get two entries for the chance to win 3 digis of your choice from The Stamping Chef store. 

The Stamping Chef Challenge #38 Anything Goes

It's time for the A Team to post their fabulous creations on the Stamping Chef Challenge Blog for another great challenge this week. I chose to use the gorgeous Copic Alyce Fairy which Tamara designed specifically for Alyce Keegan of Kit and Clowder to celebrate a milestone on her Facebook group. You may recognise my coloured image as the one that is used in the shop and was also used on The Stamping Chef's promotional banner for the competition on Facebook too. So proud that my colouring of this image was so well liked by Tamara!

Anyway here's my card - isn't she just so pretty?!

Recipe:

Stamps: Alyce from The Stamping Chef, Tag Its #3 from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Pink Pirouette, Wisteria Wonder, Whisper White, Subtles DSP Stack (Retired), In Colors 2011-13 DSP Stack (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Wisteria Wonder from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Wisteria Wonder Ruffle Trim (Retired) from Stampin' Up, Filigree Border Die from Papertrey Ink, Pearls from Crystal Stickers, Lace from stash, Palace Oval Frame Die from Memory Box

And that's all from me for today folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to the Stamping Chef challenge blog and check out all the other gorgeous DT cards and join in the fun whilst you are there. Remember you don't have to use a TSC image to win, but you double your chances if you do to win the fabulous winning prize of 3 digis from Tamara's store! 

The Stamping Chef Challenge #36

It's Wednesday and time for another fabulous Anything Goes challenge over at The Stamping Chef Challenge Blog! I fancied going for a fancy card today and chose to use the gorgeous new digi Lilith - I love her frilly dress!

And here she is... Lots of pretty, shiny papers and a sprinkling or two of frantage as well!

You could win 3 images of your choice from The Stamping Chef store if you join in this week's challenge. You don’t have to use a Stamping Chef image to enter, but if you do you will be entered into the prize draw twice!!!

Recipe:

Stamps: Lilith from The Stamping Chef, Signature Series:Dress Form from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Rich Razzleberry, Basic Black, Whisper White all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card, The Black Currant Stack from DCWV, Black Glitter paper from local craft store

Inks: Rich Razzleberry from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Silver Star, Clear Star Gelly Roll Pens

Accessories: Rich Razzleberry Taffeta Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Aged Scarlet Frantage Embossing Enamel from Stampendous, Eyelet Lace Punch Around The Page Set from Martha Stewart, Anja's Vintage Ornaments 2 Dies LR0270 from Marianne Creatables, Californian Collection Dies from Creative Expressions

Copics Used: 
Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, R20
Hair - C3, C5, C7, C9
Crown & Eyes - C1, C2, C3
Dress - RV63, RV66, RV99

And that's all from me for today folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenges and check out all the other gorgeous DT cards and join in the fun whilst you're there too.

The Stamping Chef Challenge #34

It's time for another fabulous challenge from The Stamping Chef and as always it's an Anything Goes Challenge! I chose to use the gorgeous Just An Apple digi for my card today and knew I had the perfect sentiment to go with her! Love her huge green eyes too!

Recipe:

Stamps: Just An Apple from The Stamping Chef, Fruit Fusion: Apple from Papertrey Ink

Papers: Pear Pizzazz, Soft Suede, very Vanilla, Cheerful Treat DSP (Retired), Summer Picnic DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Neenah Solar Crest

Inks: Real Red, Old Olive both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers, Clear Star Gelly Roll Pen

Accessories: Soft Suede Taffeta Ribbon from Stampin' Up, Flourish Lace Punch Around The Page Set from Martha Stewart, Gems from Hobbycraft, Tiffany Frame from Memory Box, Anja's Vintage 2 Ornaments Dies LR0270 from Marianne Creatables

Copics Used: 

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, R20

Hair - E71, E74, E79

Apple & Bow- R32, R35, R37

Dress & Eyes - G40, G43, G46

Don't forget Tamara also has a special offer for you this month... This gorgeous fairy was coloured by yours truly as well! She's fabulous to colour!

That's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef Challenges and check out all the other gorgeous DT cards and join in the fun. And remember...if you use a TSC image, you get entered twice for the chance to win!

Have I Got News For You...?

I've been playing with The Stamping Chef challenges on their challenge blog and on their Facebook page for a little while now, and received a lovely message from Kerrie-Anne a couple of weeks ago asking me to join their design team. Well, of course I just had to say yes, so now officially ...

Our challenge this week is as always an Anything Goes challenge and for an extra chance to win 3 of Tamara's fabulous digis, all you need to do is use an image from The Stamping Chef store.

Here's my first DT card using the fabulous Fangtasia. I love my vampires and this one is "fangtastic!" Hehe! I wasn't sure what sentiment to use with her, so made my own on some mini tags! This one is dedicated to Tamara and Kerrie-Anne for asking me to join them all on this fabulous design team!

Recipe:

Stamps: Fangtasia from The Stamping Chef, Wooden Alphabet Set from Dovecraft

Papers: Riding Hood Red (Retired), Basic Black, Very Vanilla, Love Letter DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Riding Hood Red (Retired), Basic Black both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Antique brads, Jewelry Tag Punch both from Stampin' Up, Black Seam Binding from Crafty Ribbons, Gems from Hobbycraft and Papermania, Vintage Notes Heart Doily Die from Papermania

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E01, E21, R20, R30

Blacks - C3, C5, C7, C9

Bright Red - R35, R37, R39

Dark Red - R56, R89, R59

Bones & Fangs - C00, C1, C2

Eyes - W3, W5

Eyeshadow - T4, T6

And that's all from me for today folks and thank for stopping by. Don't forget to pop on over to The Stamping Chef blog and check out all the other fabulous DT cards and join in the fun whilst you're there too! 

Cogsley Copperpot!

Totally love the name for this stamp! I did try to give her a copper pot hair colour as well and it didn't come out too badly! This card is for The Stamping Chef's Challenge #31 Anything Goes and their Facebook Challenge for the sketch as well.

And here's my card. It was getting a bit dull with all the dark red/burgundy/brown papers so added some Champagne glitter paper to sparkle it up a bit! 

Recipe:

Stamps: Cogsley Copperpot from The Stamping Chef, Afterthoughts (Retired) from Stampin' Up

Papers: Bravo Burgundy (Retired), Berry Bliss DSP (Retired), Regals DSP Stack (Retired), Champagne Glitter Card all from Stampin' Up, Card base from Crafts Unlimited, Neenah Solar Crest 

Inks: Purely Pomegranate (Retired) from Stampin' Up

Accessories: bravo Burgundy Grosgrain Ribbon (Retired) from Stampin' Up, Steampunk Heart Cogs Dies, Steampunk Corner Die all from La-La Land Crafts, Scalloped Border with Bows Die 6002/0098 from Joy Crafts, Brads from stash

Copics Used:

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, R20

Hair - E18, E08, R02

Dress & Ribbon - R56, R89, R59

Browns - E71, E74, E77, E79

Glasses & Cogs - E21, E97, E08

Lenses & Ground- W1, W3, W5

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by! 

Naughty Nancy Drew

I love this cheeky, saucy digi from The Stamping Chef and thought she would be perfect for a man's card, especially one of my boyfriend's 12 nephews! Yep you read that right 12 nephews along with 4 nieces, 2 step-nephews, 3 great-nephews and 1 great-niece. Me, on the other hand, have none as my brother is not allowed have any children due to his health conditions! Thank goodness as we have enough already!

Anyway on to the card... It's for The Stamping Chef's Challenge #29 Anything Goes, Sketchy Challenges #73 to use the sketch below and Creative Romance's Challenge One for the Boys. I kept it fairly simply and let the digi do all the talking (cough, cough!) Not sure there would be much talking going on with all that beer she's holding!

And here's my card. 

Recipe:

Stamps: Nancy Drew from The Stamping Chef, Cheers To You (Retired) from Stampin' Up

Papers: Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, Neutrals DSP Stack (Retired), Old Olive Prints DSP (Retired) all from Stampin' Up, Copic X-Press It Blending Card

Inks: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive both from Stampin' Up, Copic Markers

Accessories: Chocolate Chip Twill Ribbon (Retired) from Stampin' Up, Ornate Frame Dies  from X-Cut

Copics Used: 

Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11, E04, R20 (I still think this combo is too brown with the E04 so am going to drop that colour from it!)

Hair - E21, E25, E29

Lips - R35, R37
Beer - E21, E23, E42
Greens - YG03, YG91, YG93, YG95
Grey on apron and beer foam - C00, C1

And that's all from me for this post folks! Thanks for stopping by!