Wasn't Me! (Created by Lisa Z.)

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This is Wasn't Me! (TT013) and Sm. Christmas Script Sentiment (F051).  Such a fun and adorable image!!!  Somehow, I could actually see this happening...lol!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents to the ornaments, mouse, kitty's hair bow, and tree stand.

 

The image was trimmed down to size and some grey ink was sponged on the edges.  The pattern paper is from Simple Stories-December Documented 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some grey and white cardstock.  A piece of SU white glittery ribbon was glued across the middle of the card to separate the different patterned papers.  The sentiment was embossed with silver embossing powder, then die cut using a banner die from Taylored Expressions.  Foam tape was applied to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  To complete this card, a few YNS Gumdrops-White Sugar were added to the bottom right corner.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - 723, N55, N79, 761, 555, 856, 055, 249, 969, and 606.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder, Silver Embossing Powder for the sentiment, SU Grey Ink Pad for sponging edges of the main image, and SU Handsome Hunter Ink Pad for sponging edges of the sentiment banner.
 

Paper - Simple Stories-December Documented 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Grey and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Glossy Accents, SU White Glittery Ribbon, YNS Gumdrops-White Sugar, Taylored Expressions-Banner Die, Sponge Dauber, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Happy Mail (Created by Jane Z.)

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This is Happy Mail (SS002), along with the sentiment called Holly Jolly (K048).  Who doesn't love to receive happy mail?!?!?!?  and especially at this time of year....  

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I added some Glossy Accents to Hedgy's nose.  Xmas Red Stickles was used for the holly berries and Frosted Lace Stickles were applied to resemble snow on the top of the mailbox and ground covering.

The image was die cut using a Stitched Rectangle die.  The pattern paper is from Echo Park-Home for the Holidays 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Chocolate Chip and White cardstock.  For the bow tie on Hedgy, I used a mini gingerbread man die from YNS, that included a bow tie.  The real reason hedgy has a bow tie on, is due to the fact that while I was colouring his tummy I had a little too much water on my brush and ended up paper piecing another tummy on him.  There was a slight line in between his head and body, that I wanted to cover either with a scarf or a bow tie.  When I found the bow tie was going to work, my dilemma was resolved.  I am always looking for creative ways to fix small boo boos like this, as some days things happen that we wish didn't!  LOL!  

 

For the sentiment, I was hoping to create something that looked like a postage stamp.  I remembered I had a SU postage punch, that I don't think I've ever used, so I dug that up.  In order to layer the sentiment, I needed to punch out 4 postage punches and offset them, using Chocolate Chip cardstock to create a bigger postage stamp.  Foam tape was used under the sentiment to add some dimension.  To complete this card, a few clear rhinestones were added above the image and to the lower right side.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - 491, N60, 847, 133, 245, 969, 977, 942, N35, and 800.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder, SU Early Espresso Embossing Powder for sentiment, and SU Chocolate Chip Ink Pad for sponging edges of image and sentiment.

 

Paper - Echo Park-Home for the Holidays 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Chocolate Chip and White Cardstock.

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, Frosted Lace Stickles, Xmas Red Stickles, Stitched Rectangle die, YNS-mini gingerbread man die(bow tie), SU Postage Punch, Clear Rhinestones, Sponge Dauber, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Skiing Snowman (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  Here is a fun card for you today!

 

This is Skiing Snowman (TT015).  Such an adorable image and easy to colour too!!!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Diamond Stickles to the fur and cuffs of the Snowman's coat.

 

The image was cut down to size and some brown ink was sponged on the edges.  The pattern paper is from Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some kraft and white cardstock.  Foam tape was applied to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  To complete this card, a few copper coloured pearls were added to the top and bottom of the main image, and twine was tied in a nice bow along the side.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N35, N55, N75, 761, 555, 977, 992, 847, and 905.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder, SU Brown Ink Pad for sponging edges of the main image.
 

Paper - Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Kraft and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Diamond Stickles, Twine, Copper Pearls, Sponge Dauber, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Penguin On Ice (Created by Jane Z.)

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With Christmas less than 6 weeks away, it's time to get those cards done!!! I hope this card may inspire you...
  Jane 

 

This is Penguin On Ice (TT010)....what a super cute image!!!  The possibilities using this image are endless.

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I added some Glossy Accents to the Penguin's beak and feet.  Diamond Stickles were applied to the pompom and the fur on the hat.  Xmas Red Stickles was used for the holly berries.  

The image was die cut using a Stitched Square die.  The same die was used for offsetting the red layer behind the image.  The pattern paper is from Doodlebug-Sugarplums 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Green, Red, and White cardstock.  For the holly embellishment in the top left corn of the main image, I used a Creative Expressions die called Festive Collection.  These holly dies are just gorgeous, with a very detailed look to them.  Some Zig-Wink of Stella Glitter Green pen was applied over the green cardstock that was used to die cut the holly leaves.  Foam tape was used under the main image to add some dimension.  To complete this card, a few YNS Glitter Sparkle Gumdrops were added below the ribbon sentiment.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N15, N35, N75, 491, N60, 985, 025, 055, 969, 977, 847, 856, 126, and 245.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.

 

Paper - Doodlebug-Sugarplums 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Green, Red, and White Cardstock; Red Glitter Cardstock (holly berries die cut).

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, Diamond Stickles, Xmas Red Stickles, Zig-Wink of Stella Glitter Green Pen, Stitched Square die, Creative Expressions-Festive Collection dies, Recollection-Happy Holidays Ribbon, White Gel Pen, YNS- White Sugar & Sparkle Gumdrops, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

Thanks for stopping by!

 

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Penguin Surprise (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  For today's post, I decided on a Step Card for my layout.
 

 

This is Penguin Surprise (SS005) and Bold Merry Christmas Sentiment (G105).  Such a fun image to colour!!!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents on the Penguin's beak and Christmas ornament.  Frosted Lace Stickles were added to the fur on the hat and on the pompom.

 

The image was cut out and layered using Spellbinder-circle dies.  The pattern paper is from Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some black, blue and white cardstock.  Foam tape was applied to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  For the sentiment, a versamark ink pad along with black embossing powder was used.  To complete this card, a few silver pearls were added to the sentiment area, and silver elastic cord was added above and below the image.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N35, N55, N75, N79, 535, 245, and 905.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder.
 

Paper - Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Black, Blue, and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Cherry Lynn Designs-Step Card #1 Die, Spellbinders-Circle Dies, Silver Elastic Cord, Glossy Accents, Frosted Lace Stickles, Silver Pearls, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Snowman Totem (Created by Jane Z.)

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Do I have any takers on this offer????
  

This is Snowman Totem (TT003)....what an adorable image!!!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I added some Glossy Accents to the Snowman's noses, buttons, and bird's beak.  Frosted Lace Stickles were applied to the pompoms and the fur on the hats.  A Zig-Wink of Stella clear glitter pen was used for the snow on the sign, shovel, and the snowballs.  

The image was die cut using a MFT die called Cross-Stitched Rectangle.  The pattern paper is from Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Chocolate Chip and White cardstock.  Foam tape was used under the punched SU snowflake.  To complete this card, a few YNS Clear Glitter Gumdrops were added to the centre of the snowflake and along the top left side of the image.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N35, N55, N75, 491, N60, 985, 969, 977, 990, 528, 555, and 761.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder, SU Chocolate Chip Ink Pad for sponging edges of image.

 

Paper - Bo Bunny-Sleigh Ride 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Chocolate Chip and White Cardstock.

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, Frosted Lace Stickles, Zig-Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Pen, MFT-Cross-Stitched Rectangle die, Twine, SU Snowflake Punch, YNS-Clear Glitter Gumdrops, Sponge Dauber,  Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Candy Cane Snowman (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  For today's post, I went with less dimension on this Christmas card, so that it could easily be mailed out.
 

 

This is Candy Cane Snowman (RR002).  Such an adorable and fun image to colour!!!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Zig-Wink of Stella gold glitter pen for the buckle on the Snowman's hat.  

The image was cut down to size and layered with red cardstock.  The pattern paper is from Teresa Collins-Candy Cane Lane 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some red cardstock.  Foam tape was used to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  For the sentiment, Recollections-Glitter Tape was used.  To complete this card, a few pearls were added above and below the image.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N15, N35, N55, 055, 905, 837, and 245.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder.
 

Paper - Teresa Collins-Candy Cane Lane 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Red and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Zig-Wink of Stella Gold Glitter Pen, Pearls, Recollections-Glitter Tape (sentiment), Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Sleigh Ride (Created by Jane Z.)

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With the mild weather in Southern Ontario this past week, it is hard to believe Christmas is next month!  I sure hope you have started on your Christmas cards, but if not...I hope the other Diva's cards and this card, may inspire you to get working on them!
 

 

This is Sleigh Ride (SS004) and Sm. Christmas Script Sentiment (F051). Such a cute image!!!

 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I added some Glossy Accents to the Snowman's nose, holly berries, and Penguin's feet and beak.  Frosted Lace Stickles were applied to the Penguin's pompom and the snowflake dots on the sleigh.  Gold Stickles were added to the Snowman's hat buckle. A Zig-Wink of Stella clear glitter pen was used for the fur on the Penguin's hat.  

 

The image was fussy cut.  The snow hills were created by using a Paper Smooches die called Stitched.  The tree dies are from Frantic Stamper called Tall Pine Trees. A white ink pad was used to sponge the trees to give it a more of a snowy appearance.  The pattern paper is from Bo Bunny-Dear Santa 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some blue, green, and white cardstock.  The sentiment was stamped with a blue ink pad.  I wanted to keep this card fairly flat so it could be mailed out; therefore, I never used any foam tape--which is quite unusual for me - LOL!  To complete this card, a few blue rhinestones were added to the corners of the card.  

 

Supplies Used:

 

Ink - Tombow Markers - N15, N35, N75, 245, 985, 847, 856, 992, 977, 533, 535, and 761.  Versamark Ink Pad, Black Embossing Powder, White Ink Pad (sponging trees), and Blue Ink Pad (sentiment).

 

Paper - Bo Bunny-Dear Santa 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Blue, Green, and White Cardstock.

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, Frosted Lace Stickles, Gold Stickles, Zig-Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Pen, Blue Rhinestones, Paper Smooches-Stitched Die, Frantic Stamper-Tall Pine Trees die, Water Brush, and Glue Dots.

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