Thank you Whimsy Stamps!

 Whimsy Stamps offered this as a freebie a few weeks ago and I knew I needed it to use for a retirement card.  The image was colored with Copic Markers and the die cut frame set is from LDRS creative.

Off With Her HEAD!

I did warn you I would have more Alice in Wonderland creations to share and TA-DA!  This one is again very busy with a bumch of the characters but I like it.  I used Scrappy Boy's stamp sets, Off With Their Heads and We're All Mad Here.  These 2 sets have moved into my rank of being my favorite stamps that I own!

I used Copic for all the images.

QUEEN
EOO, E11, E21, R22
R56, R59, E19
R24, R27, R37, R14, R17
Y11, Y15, Y26

GUARD RED
E00, E34,
R20, R21 R29, R59
T0, T1, T2, T9

GUARD BLACK
E23, E35, E57
R20, R21 R29, R59
T0, T1, T2, T9
ALICE

E000, E00, E21, R20, R22
B02, B04
E35, E53, Y32
T1. T2

TEAPOT MOUSE
T5, T2
V91, V93, V95

CATERPILLAR
G00, G02, G05, YG67, YG91

CAT 
V04, V05, V09, V12, V20

MAD HATTER
E00, E21, E31, R20
Y28, YG23, YG25, YG06
B02, B05, B45, BG45, BG49

TWIDDLE TWINS
R37, R35
Yo4, Y11, Y18
T1, T3
B14, B24
E07, E09, E97

The Jetsons!

 

When I saw Scrappy Boy's Jetson stamp set I was in love.  They bring me back to Saturday Mornings when I was a kid and I HAD to HAVE them!  Luckily they were still in stock and I was able to order them.

All stamp images are colored with Copic markers.  The patterned paper is from Echo Park and I thought it was a great background for this.  I added some cardstock die cut stars and - IT's THE JETSONS!

Copic Markers used:
Rosie:  T0, T0, B01, B12, R59
Astro: G02, R22, R29, W1, W3, W5
Elroy: E00, E21, E11, R20, Y11, Y19, G02, R08, T0, BG18
George: B32, G03, B34, T1, E00, E11, E31
Judy:  RV17, RV19, RV66, T0, E00, E21, E11, R20 
Jane: E00, E21, E07, E08. R27, V09, V15
Mr. Spacely: G03, YG25, T8, T7, E00, E21

Snow Fun Layout

I'm on the CutCard Stock blog today!

Snow days, nothing my kids liked better in the winter than a day off school for snow.  This picture of my youngest 2 boys was taken back when they still had snow days and didn't just make them remote learning days.

I wanted to create a scrapbook page layout so to begin with I decided on paper choices.  I picked patterned paper from my stash - DoodleBug, October Afternoon, and Recollections.  Then I matched those with CutCardStock Curious Metallic Lime, Discount Cardstock Weeding Cake, and Discount CardStock Patriot Blue.

I knew I wanted the picture to be layerd on top of the Discount CardStock Patriot Blue.   I also decided to grab my stencils and pigment ink and give it some snowflakes.

Getting my tub of embossing powder out I gave the stamped images a quick sprinkle than used my heat gun to set it.

I new I was going to want plenty of snowy embellishments so I got some of my die cuts out and using CutCardStock Curious Metallic Lime, Discount Cardstock Weeding Cake, and Discount CardStock Patriot Blue I randomly die cut out some accents for the page.

The only thing left to do was complete the layout!

All the little people!

I recently received 2 stamp sets from CC Designs, Easter Kids and Birthday Kids, and decided to stamp them all out and do some fun Copic coloring.  I do plan to make them into cards in the future so stay tuned to see them again!

We're all MAD here!

 

I have had the most FUN coloring these adorable stamps using the Scrappy Boy Stamp sets 'We're All Mad Here' and 'Off with their Heads'!  I started by just stamping everything a couple of times and then begin coloring with Copic markers.  It's a bit crowded but I'm happy with the results and think I will be keeping this, a little craft room decor.  More Alice in Wonderland projects to come!

Copic Sketch markers used:

RABBIT
C00, C01, C03, C05
RV55, RV66
R08, R35, R37
B00, B000, B0000

GUARD
E00, E34,
R20, R21 R29, R59
T0, T1, T2, T9

ALICE
E000, E00, E21, R20, R22
B02, B04
E35, E53, Y32
T1. T2

TEAPOT MOUSE
T5, T2
V91, V93, V95

DOOR
E23, E74, D77, E93

CATERPILLAR
G00, G02, G05, YG67, YG91

CAT 
V04, V05, V09, V12, V20

Christmas Leilani!

Today I'm sharing this beautiful digi stamp from Conie Fong, Christmas Leilani!  Conie Fong is one of our very special sponsors at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends and if you have never been to her Etsy shop now is the time, she offers amazing digital stamps.  

We'd love to have you share your inspiration with us over at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends.  We are all about sharing and friendship - why not join if you haven't?

CutCardStock!

Did you see that I was on CutCardStock Blog December 9th?
  

Be sure to visit the blog to see the tutorial for creating this card, it's super easy and detailed in step by step pictures!

The Greeting Farm and PPCF!

 

The Greeting Farm has a BIG sale just for Passionate Paper Creations and Friends members!

 It a HUGE sale and their stamps and images are so adorable.

So jump on over to PPCF and grab your sale codes!

Not a Member? Come Join!  

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2879667398954326

I have been having so much fun with The Greeting Farm lately, using their stamp sets and digi sets.  I love whimiscal so this is one of my very favorite stamp companies.  I couldn't choose just one project to share so I made three.  Stamp name and Copic markers used are below each project.

Gingerbread Christmas

Copic markers used:
E31, E34, E57, E40
G09, G14
R20, R17, R24, R39
B00

Warm Wishes
Copic markers used:
Skin:  E000, E00, E11, E21, R20
Hair: T1, T3,T7, T9
Clothes:  RV06, R81, R83, R85
Clothes:  BV02, BV000, BV04, BG07
Clothes: E31, E33, E30

Hey Pretty Kitty
Copic markers used:
Skin:  E000, E00, E04, E11, E21, R20
Hair:  R81, R83, R85, CO1, VO6, V09
Clothing: R83, R85, BG02, BG05
Kitties: C2, C3, YR12, YR15, YR18

A huge THANK YOU to The Greeting Farm for being our sponsor at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends.  Be sure you join us at PPCF and share your crafty projects, we love to be inspired by YOU!

Just Colored it!

Back at practicing my coloring this time with an old stamp set from The Greeting Farm.  I love this set and I think the set was called Fuzzy Wuzzy but I cold be wrong?  It's so fun to bring all my older stamps out of storage!

Colored with Copic Markers:
Skin: E000, E00, E11, E13, E21, R20
Clothes: E23, E25, E44, E37, E77, B24, B26, B93, B95, T2, T4, T6

 Colored with Copic Markers:
Skin: E000, E00, E11, E13, E21, R20
Clothes:  B41, B46, R56, R59, Ci
Hair: E40, E43, E44, YR30, RY31

Snowman Inchies!

I am in love with these Snowman Inchies from CC Designs.  Anytime I saw a card with these little cuties I was thinking 'I have to get these'.  Well I did and I love them.   Playing around this morning and I created this holiday card.

The Snowmen were all colored using Copic markers.  I do want to share that I think I found a great combo for the little white snowman by using Copic B0000, B000, BV00.

Come share your creations at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends!

Ho Ho Ho bitty boxes!

Be sure to check out CutCardStock's blog so you can see the directions used for making these little holiday boxes! 

Jingle Bells!

 I have been working on my coloring and today I finished this adorable image from CC Designs, Merry Christmas.  It's been a few years since I really enjoyed creating Christmas cards and I'm sure it's because I'm back to focusing on my Copic coloring!  More Christmas to come!

Hair:  B41, T3, T6, T8, T9
Pj's: B45, RV21, R46, C2
Tree: G29, G28, G09
Colors used on pets and ornaments: G03, G05, G16

Y11, Y35, Y38, Y26, Y28

T2, T4, T6

BV02

R24, R21

E44

Create a Scene with The Greeting Farm!

I just purchased a few, well quite a few, of the scene builder digi sets from The Greeting Farm.  They are wonderful, each image is an individual file, they are easy to use. Below is the first scene I created.  I can see where creating scenes may become addictive it's so fun to mix and match. 

These images are from the Porch Christmas digi set, and the characters are from Dress Up Digi Set.  Extras are stamps in my stash.  This was colored using Copic Markers.

Skin Tones:  E000, E11, E21, E04, E09, E13
Clothing:  B95, B97, V05, V06. Y17, Y35, YG46, R29
Hair: girl = B41, T3, T5, T7, T9; Boy = E42, E43, E47, E49
Sled: RV69, G06, G08
Presents:  RV19, B000, G08, E33, Y17, B41
Santa and gingerbread man: RV24, RV29, T9, T1, T3, E34, G06

Come share your creations at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends!

One more Whimsy creation!

 We have all heard that 'all good things must come to an end'  well my time at Whimsy is winding down - this is my last post.   I am very honored to have been asked to be November's digi stamp guest designer.  If you aren't familiar with Whimsy Stamps you are really missing out.  They have the biggest and best selection of digi stamps, clear stamps, dies, and all other crafty goodies from a large variety of companies and artists. 

This stamp set is called Frosty Wishes and it's a new digital release for November.  This set is loaded with cuteness so be sure to click above and check it out.

This was colored using Copic Markers and paper and snowflakes are all from my stash.

Copics used:
B000, B18, B24
E37, E47, E81
Y13, Y19, TY14, YR68
T1, T4, T6, T8, T10

Thanks Whimsy Stamps!

Coloring Practice!

I'm almost embarrassed to say how many stamps I have from The Greeting Farm but I do need mention that I was on their design team for a year and that contributed to my TGF stash.

Below are cards I just created using 'older' stamps from The Greeting Farm.  They have been in storage but were still plenty sticky and worked great when I got them out.  I have soooo many to play with still!

This was made using older stamp sets Hello Fall, and Wood Friends.  The stamps were colored on kraft paper, the tree/ground was done using Crafter's Companion Harmony inks.

This is probably one of my most favorite stamp sets from the past, Winter Greetings.  He was colored using Copic markers which are listed below.  You just never know when the mood to color will strike and now with TGF stamps out of storage you may see more!

Copics
Skin: E000, E00, E04, E11, E21
Hair: E21, E25, E29
Clothing:  B24, B26, B95, B97, E70, E71, E11, C5

Joy Clair Stamps!!

 

This is my card featuring Joy Clair Stamps Snowy Greetings digital set.  I loved working with this set because you can create cards to be used for any 'cold' occasion not just Christmas specific.

Joy Clair Stamps is sponsoring us at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends and is offering us a great shopping deal.  Be sure to pop over to PPCF  https://bit.ly/2VwG9iz and grab your discount code so you can treat yourself to something new from Joy Clair!

Special Friend!

 It's Friday, and that means another project featuring Whimsy Stamps!  I am very honored to have been asked to be November's digi stamp guest designer.  If you aren't familiar with Whimsy Stamps you are really missing out.  They have the biggest and best selection of digi stamps, clear stamps, dies, and all other crafty goodies from a large variety of companies and artists. 

This stamp image is called Fairy Sweet and it's a new digital release for November.  I think it's an incredibly adorable image and was super excited to be able to work with it.

Copic markers were used to color the image and the die cuts and paper are from my giant stash of goodies!

Copic Markers:
Skin: E000, E00, E11, E21, R20, R05
Hair:  T2, T5, T7
Seal:  W1, W2, W3
Clothing: RV09, RV66, Y11, Y15, Y17, Y19, YR30, BG01, BG02, BG45, BG70, B000

Who doesn't like snowmen?

Visit the the CutCard Stock blog today because I'm featured showing you how to create Frosty's Hat with step by step directions!  This is a fun and easy to create little decor piece for the holidays!

Christmas Candy!

 

I have been wanting to try color pencil on Kraft paper for a long time and finally did it.  I did watch a tutorial first from Kit & Clowder and decided my first try should be something easy to color.  I'm pleased with the results, the colors look so bright and fun.  I be coloring up something else on Kraft paper soon I'm sure.

The stamp sets are from Jaded Blossom, Clear Jar and Christmas Add Ons.  This is such a great idea because you purchase the clear jar stamp and then you can choose the clear jar add on stamps and there is a wonderful variety to pick from.

Coloring done with Prismacolor Pencils. 

Ruby!

 It's Friday, and that means another project featuring  Whimsy Stamps!  I am very honored to have been asked to be November's digi stamp guest designer for.  If you aren't familiar with Whimsy Stamps you are really missing out.  They have the biggest and best selection of digi stamps, clear stamps, dies, and all other crafty goodies from a large variety of companies and artists. 

This sweet digi image, Ruby, and one of the cutest images I've seen.  I was very excited to be offered to work with this image!  Ruby was colored with Copic Markers:
Skin: E000, E00, E04, E21, R21
Flowers/grass: G20, G24, G06, YG23, RV66, V05, Y17, TY23, E33, E35
Clothes: R05, R20, R24, R35, R29, RV10, B000. B01, B05, BG13
Hair:  E21, E33, E25, E27

Be sure to visit Whimsy Stamps Facebook community because there is tons of creativity shared there daily!  

Ruff Day?

 

Di's Digis is sponsoring us at Passionate Paper Creations & Friends Nov. 11-13 and because of this they are having a special sale just for PPCF members. Do join us at PPCF, if you aren't a member become one so you can grab the Di's Digis sale code and do some shipping https://bit.ly/2V29MrQ

When I saw this digi stamp, Kizzy & Co, I knew I needed to create with it, I mean it is just adorable!  I'm not sure about my red hair but coloring is fun to practice so I'll be working on it.  I used paper and ribbon from my stash to create this and colored using Copic Markers: 

Copics Used:
Skin: E00, E11, E20, #21
Hair:  E08, E18, YR14, YR18
Clothes: G05, YG08, B00, B01, B03
Grass: G03, G05, G07
Dogs:  E31, E33, E43, E37, T4, T8

Let's GO NUTS!

Lawn Fawn is sponsoring us at Passionate Paper Creations & Friends Nov. 8-10.  Because of this Lawn Fawn has a special sale just for PPCF members. Do join us at PPCF if you aren't a member so you can grab the Lawn Fawn sale code and do some shipping https://bit.ly/2V29MrQ

 I have been a long time fan of Lawn Fawn and this set, Let's Go Nuts, really caught my attention.  During the fall we are overrun in the country with crazy squirrels romping all over and tormenting our dogs.  It only seemed fitting that I use this set for a fall creation.

I used pattern papers to make the sky, grass and the tree.  The squirrels, wagon, leaves, and acorns were colored using Copic Markers which are listed below.  I really am please with how this turned out and I hope you like it as well!

Copics used:
W3, W4,
R05, R20, R56
YR14, YG17, G24
E23, E35
YG17m YG14, G24

Believe in Santa!

Who doesn't love Lee Holland Stamps?  His wonderful whimiscal images are sure to make you smile and he has a HUGE selection.  You want to be sure to check his shop out if you haven't and make time to browse as there are plenty to choose from.  Visit Lee Holland's Etsy shop using this link: https://etsy.me/3pIrY78

Be sure you join us at Passionate Paper Creations and Friends! Lee Holland is sponsoring PPCF during November. It's a relaxed community on FB filled with crafty inspiration from different artists and companies. Join so you can share what you make with us all, we'd love to be inspired by YOU!

Copic markers used for this fellow are:
YG000, YG03, YG17, YG21, RG67
G17, Y20, Y26, Y28 
R24, R56

Bricks were stenciled using  Jim Holtz Distress Ink Fired Brick.

Paper is from Doodle Bug Designs.

Other goodies from my stash.

Guess who is November's guest designer for WHIMSY STAMPS?

That's right, it's ME!  I am very honored to have been asked to be November's digi stamp guest designer for Whimsy Stamps.  If you aren't familiar with Whimsy Stamps you are really missing out.  They have the biggest and best selection of digi stamps, clear stamps, dies, and all other crafty goodies from a large variety of companies and artists. 

This sweet digi image, Winter Tia, is a new release this month.  I have been a HUGE fan of Some Odd Girl for years and I was excited to be offered to work with the new image!

Winter Tia was colored with Copic Markers and all other materials are from my stash of goodies.
Skin: E000, E00, E04, E11, E21
Hair: E24, E47, E49
Clothing:  BG11, BG13, BG49, RV11, RV32, RV24, R56

Be sure to visit Whimsy Stamps Facebook community because there is tons of creativity shared there daily!  

Gnome for Christmas!

Jaded Blossom has something special going on over at PPCF! 

Can you say sale and some are 59% off!
Not a member? Now is the time to come join!
Jaded Blossom's Garden of Creativity!
https://bit.ly/2VwG9iz

This stamp set by Jaded Blossom, Gnome for Christmas is one of those stamp sets that makes you smile every time you look at it.  How can you resist these darling Gnomes with the skinny legs?

I decided to create a snow globe first notice the tiny Gnome peeking around the Christmas tree!  I discovered that it isn't easy to get a decent picture through clear plastic but I finally settled that this was the best picture.

Copic Markers Used:
E00, R20, C3, Y28
B96, G19, R46

I love handmade Christmas Tags and this 'combined stamp' from the Gnome from Christmas stamp set was a quick and easy way to add a hand crafted touch.

Copic Markers Used:
E00, R20, C3, C7, Y28, G19, R24, 

Fall Feelings!

 The weather has certainly turned cooler here in Illinois and the leaves are begining to show colors. I’m Melissa and while I was sitting outside yesterday I was suddenly inspired to create something using the beautiful fall colors. Fall is a lovely time of year but it means that cold weather is coming way to soon. brrrrr Let’s enjoy the fall while it lasts!

I started by choosing Light Yellow discount card, Curious Metallic Poison Ivory, and from the Stardream Metallic package Copper.

Using this beautiful 3D leaf embossing folder with Curious Metallic Poison Ivory card and my die cut machine I got these amazing 3D results. The dimension in this is fabulous.

Of course, I had to ink up the embossed image for additional color. I used a blend of Ranger Distressed Fossilized Amber, Distress Ink Gathered Twigs, and Distress Ink Fired brick. I used only one applicator because I wanted to colors to blend with each other.

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Once I had the color applied I went ahead and trimmed up the edges and created two separate mat layers using Stardream Metallic Copper and Curious Metallic Poison Ivory card. I like a double matted card especially when wanting to bring out colors.

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As you get to know me better you will notice I have a little addiction to dies, so I grabbed a few leaf dies to cut out and use as card embellishments. I used the Stardream Metallic Copper and the Discount Card Light Yellow for the leaves plus I inked these too. I then used a tag die with Curious Metallic Poison Ivory and a stamp to create the sentiment. Oh, and we can’t forget the ribbon!

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I can’t say I’m looking forward to cooler weather but I recongize it’s time to drag out some warmer clothes. I think my card shares just the right amount of fall vibes for now. I hope you will save this to your Pinterest for future inspiration!

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