Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #227 ~ "Leafin' It Up To You"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #227 ~ "Leafin' it up to You" is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #227 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 colors using Combo Wheel #3 - my fall color choices include yellow, orange, and green.

2 Autumn Images- The leaf and pumpkin are from Jaded Blossom  

1 Metallic and/or glitter element - I used gold metallic for the pumpkin underlay

  the first time IYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - include pumpkins, gourds, or other harvest fruits and vegetables or Halloween images

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #706

You'll find the sketch on the bottom left of this graphic and on the DT Blog.

My design was inspired by a project created many years ago in an in-person workshop with Irina Blount of Lala Land Crafts.  However, I've used products from Jaded Blossom (dies and sentiment stamp), Gina K (stencil), and LLLC (coffee cup.)

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

The Male Room (masculine card challenge) October 2026 ~ Geometric

Hi Crafty Friends, 
It's the first Wednesday of the month so we have a new card challenge atThe Male Room.
This month's challenge card theme is Geometric.

I've used Scrapbook.com's Nested Stitched Flat Ovals for the sentiment mats, Pinkfresh Studio's Fresh Start stamp set for the sentiment, and Taylored Expressions Create in Quads Dream On stencil.
Be sure to include our logo in your blog post.

Cut it Up Challenge #366 ~ Use more than one Die Cut

Hi Crafty Friends,
For challenge #366 at Cut it Up Challenges, we want you to use More Than One Die Cut.
Except for the stenciled background, this card uses all die cuts to create the design.

All of the products used for this card are from Scrapbook & Cards Today Jingle & Joy cardmaking event.  It was such a fun event and all the products provided are fabulous.

I hope you'll play along with our challenge.

Moving Along with the Times ~ Easel Cards

Hi Crafty Friends,
The first of each month is always fun because there are so many new challenges being shared.The October theme at Moving Along with the Times is "create an easel card."
I love making easel cards because the design makes it so easy to display the card.

This thank you card features Gina K Designs/Simon Says Stamp Life's Best Moments collaboration set.

I also used GK Tiara Twin Frames and Authentique cardstock for the backgrounds.

I hope you'll join us this month.

BYSHcardmakers October Sketch Challenge #74

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new sketch for your holiday cardmaking.  You can check out the BYSHcardmakers blog and the Facebook page for tons of inspiration.  These are great resources for holiday cardmaking ideas.
Here's my first sketch #74 design team card.

It's fun to try non-traditional holiday colors.  I've used Gina K Designs Joyful Borders stamp and die set and Twirl it Rope stencil.

Here's the sketch for your inspiration.

You're invited to share as many holiday projects as you wish throughout the month.  Projects should be uploaded to the Facebook group (link above.)

Pearly Sparkles October Challenge ~ Trick or Treat

Hi Crafty Friends,
The October monthly challenge at Pearly Sparkles is open.Our theme for October is Trick or Treat.I had fun creating this card using die cuts and paper from my stash.

The witch was created using Jaded Blossom's Gnome Dies and Halloween Add Ons.  I also used JB's Scenic Dies.  The bats were in my stash and I'm not sure what dies I used.  The background paper is from Doodlebug Designs.

I hope you'll play along with us this month.

The Outlaws Christmas Only Challenge ~ October 2026

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm sharing another Christmas card for The Outlawz Christmas challenge. I'm using some new products that I purchased for the upcoming Hero Arts Holiday Stamp Along.  I can't wait to get even more fun holiday inspiration!

Products used:

A really old Cuttlebug Snowflakes embossing folder! Scrapbook.com Nested Stitched Flat Ovals die, Hero Arts Merry & Bright stamps and dies, and Hero Arts Snowflurries clear stamp.

I hope you'll play along with us this month.  Join in the fun by linking your project to

our challenge blog HERE.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #226 ~ "Happy Fall Y'all"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #226 ~ "Happy Fall, Y'all" is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #225 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 colors using Combo Wheel #3 - my fall color choices include yellow, orange, and brown.

2 use a two-worded sentiment- my sentiment is from Gina K Designs Dancing Leaves stamp/die set 

1 Autumn image - from Jaded Blossom's Fancy Pumpkins and Sunflower die sets

  the first time IYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - include pumpkins, gourds, or other harvest fruits and vegetables. 

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #705

You'll find the sketch on the bottom left of this graphic and on the DT Blog.

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #365 ~ Black and Orange

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's time for another Cut it Up Challenge. Our theme for challenge #365 is Black and Orange.Your card does not have to be Halloween-themed.  We just want black and orange as your main color choices.
My card is Halloween and it was created using all die cuts and embossed paper from my stash.  I've been doing a MAJOR craft room clean and purge so I decided to us only from stash for this project.

I hope you'll visit the CIU blog and then decide to play along.  The challenge is open until noon, September 28.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Recipe Challenge #225 ~ Sweet Surprise

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #225 " Sweet Surprise" is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #225 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 Layers - I have a card mat and die cut shapes flat and raised along with an acetate layer

2 Images ( stamps, dies, or ephemera) - I've used Gina K Designs Dancing Leaves stamp/die set  

1 Aperture - The frame and arch were die cut using Gina K Master Layouts #21

  the first time IYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - Fill in the aperture with an image or make it a shaker card - I made mine a shaker card

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #704

You'll find the sketch on the bottom left of this graphic.

 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #364 ~ In Shape (create a shape card)

Hi Crafty Friends,
Time for our first September Cut it Up Challenge.Challenge #364 is In Shape.  We want to see your take on Shape Cards.
Here's mine using Spellbinders Make a Wish Arch Labels to create my card shape.

I created this adorable Baby card for some very special ladies who are soon to become Auntie and Grandma.  

Along with the Arch Dies, I've used Jaded Blossom's Spring Scenic Dies (grass), Doodlebug Designs Bundle of Joy 6x6 paper pad, Ai Little Sprout stamp colored using Copic Markers, and Spellbinders Sealed Wildflowers die set.

Come on and play along with us.  Use the link above to add your design.

The Male Room, masculine challenge blog, Challenge #214~ Dots/Stripes

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm sharing my The Male Room masculine challenge card for September.Our theme is include Dots and/or Stripes.

The Dots and Stripes are in the patterned papers I chose.  I also used Jaded Blossom's Rectangle Strip Cardmat die and Pink Fresh Studio Daily Details stamp and die set.  This set was a part of the recent Create and Connect Gentleman's Edit online workshop.  The images were stamped and then hand sketched over the stamped images for a fun "hand drawn" look.  The sentiment is a Simon Says Stamp EZ Strip Banners set.

I hope you'll play along.  If you struggle with masculine cards, this blog (and challenge) is full of wonderful ideas.

Moving Along with the Times September Challenge ~ 4-legged Friends

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm trying to wrap my head around the fact that it's September.  Fall is really my favorite time of year so I'm looking forward to the weather changes and decorating for everything Fall.
Our challenge at Moving Along with the Times is 4-Legged Friends.
I used Gina K Designs products to create this card.

Products used:

Gina K/SSS exclusive Stay Cozy stamp set

Gina K 1st Class Frame Cover Plate and Snowy background stamp.

I hope you'll play along with us this month.

BYSHcardmakers Sketch Challenge #73 ~ September

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new sketch for you at BYSHcardmakers.  
You'll find lots of inspiration throughout the month on our blog linked above and also on our Facebook page where you can link up your own entries HERE.
Here's my first design team card for this challenge.

I used the Echo Park "A Perfect Winter" collection to create this card.

Here's the sketch for your inspiration.

I hope to see your card shared in our Facebook Group.

Pearly Sparkles Challenge ~ Traci's Recipe (Pink, Pearls, Sparkle)

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's September which brings our annual tribute to our blog creator, Traci.  It's our way to honor her and keep her in our crafty hearts.  Traci loved the color pink and adding sparkle and pearls to her designs.That's our theme for our September Pearly Sparkles challenge.
Here's my tribute to her.

I've used Gina K Designs Peaceful Petal stamp, stencil, die set, Master Layout 2, Ornate Frame, and Spellbinders "Woven" 3D embossing folder.

I hope you'll play along.

The Outlawz Christmas Only Challenge ~ September 2026

Hi Crafty Friends, It's a new month and another challenge at The Outlawz Christmas Only challenge.
Christmas cards are my favorite so I love creating them year round.
Here's a card using some of the newer Gina K Designs products.

I love the vintage feel of this design using only stamps to create the design.

Gina K 1st Class Frame Cover Plate, Festive Bloom stamp set and Postage Plus stamp set.

I hope you'll keep going with your holiday cardmaking and play along with us.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #224 ~ "Scrapper's GORP"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #224 ~ "Scrapper's Gorp" is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #224 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 Patterned Papers - I've used 3 different patterned paper from Echo Park's A Perfect Winter collection

2 Colors of choice (neutrals may be used but not counted - My main colors are turquoise and red

1 Image - The bird and floral are stickers provided in the collection

  the first time I've tried iYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - Include Stitch(es) on your project - I cut my circles using Jaded Blossom's Stitched Circle dies

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #703

I used the sketch for inspiration. 

 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #363 ~ Moving Along (transportation)

Hi Crafty Friends,
The next challenge at Cut it Up Challenges is "Moving Along" thinking about means/modes of transportation.  It's fine to use the theme creatively.
Here's my card using a stamp/stencil/die set from Pinkfresh Studios called True Classic.  

I created the background using a multi-use stencil from Scrapbook.com called "Outdoors."
I hope you'll join us for this challenge.  Add your photo using the link above.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #223 ~ SomeThing, AnyhTing, EveryThing

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #223 ~ "SomeThing, AnyThing, EveryThing" is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #223 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 of Something from your stash - I've used 3 different patterned paper from Echo Park's Home Again collection

2 of Anything from your stash - I've used two images from Gina K Designs' Courtyard Silhouettes stamp and die set (image and sentiment)

1 of Everything from your stash - I've used flat sequins from Gina K and Master Layouts 9 & 11

  the first time I've tried iYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - Use foam tape or multi-layering to add dimension - I have used both foam tape and layering.

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #702

I used the sketch for inspiration. 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #362 ~ Add a Sentiment

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have our first August challenge at Cut it Up Challenges.Challenge #362 is ADD A SENTIMENT.
Here's my project using all Gina K Designs products.

These products are from the July Kit and it's just so fabulous.  I've used

Festive Bloom stamps and dies, 1st Class Frame Cover Plate die, Snowy Background stamp, and Christmas Pine cardstock.

I hope you'll play along with us.  We reached and surpassed our Followers challenge so be sure to visit the blog to see who the lucky winner is.

Thank you for making our challenge a success for all these many years.

The Male Room August Challenge #213 ~ Jobs/Professions

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm sharing my The Male Room masculine challenge card for August.Our theme is Jobs/Professions.

Who doesn't love their postman?  I created this card for our mailman who will be retiring soon.

He will be missed and he takes the time to get to know all the neighbors and goes out of his way to provide excellent service beyond placing mail in the neighborhood box.

I've used several products from LaLa Land Crafts: Happy Mail Club Kit and Christmas Postcard Background stamp.  The image was colored using Copic Markers.

We'd love to have you play along.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #222 ~ "Gimme S'More

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #222 ~ "Gimme S'More" challenge is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #222 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 Layers (card base does not count. 

2 Colors from the ROYGBV color wheel - my ink colors (red, yellow, green) were created using 

Gina K inks

1 Sentiment - my flowers and sentiment are from Gina K's Spring Things stamp/die set

  the first time I've tried iYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - Increase one option or add an ingredient of choice - I added an extra color

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #701

I used the sketch for inspiration. 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

Moving Along with the Times ~ August Challenge ~ Feminine

Hi Crafty Friends,
Time for another Moving Along with the Times challenge.  This month we're asking for feminine cards.
I had fun with a "new to me" die and stencil set from Pinkfresh Studio.

I truly enjoy using Pinkfresh Studio products.  Their amazing stencils make adding color so easy.  And, if you haven't tried any of their all at once dies ~ well, they're amazing.

I cut three sets of this die so I could stack them to add dimension.  I had the glittered mat in my Pinkfresh stash.  That, and a few gems was all this card needed.

Pinkfresh products used:

Ornate Rectangle Frames, Rising Wildflowers die and stencils, Extra Special sentiment stamp/die set and Glacier Glittered cardstock.  I also used Pinkfresh ink cubes.

Hope you'll play along this month.

BYSHcardmakers Sketch Challenge # 72 ~ August

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new sketch for you at BYSHcardmakers.  
You'll find lots of inspiration throughout the month on our blog linked above and also on our Facebook page where you can link up your own entries HERE.
Here's my first design team card for this challenge.

I used a technique shared by Gina K in which you use patterned paper with a 3D embossing folder and then drag white across the embossed image.  I used the Spellbinders Pine Boughs 3D embossing folder and some design paper from my stash.  I used Jaded Blossom's Border dies to create the center panel and Echo Park patterned papers for the insert.  The sentiment was stamped on a JB mini tag die 2.  It's from The Stamp Market.  The snowflake was in my stash.
Here's the sketch for your inspiration.

Pearly Sparkles August Challenge ~ Summer Holidays

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our Pearly Sparkles challenge for this month is Summer Holidays.
I think this can interpreted several different ways:  our friends in Europe refer to vacations as holidays so you card may represent your summer vacation choice.  Here in the USA we celebrate the 4th of July holiday along with Memorial Day and Labor Day.  So perhaps you'll interpret the challenge as an actual holiday (from work.)
I went with the 4th of July since I had just received the Sunny Days, Breezy Nights stamp set from Gina K and it has some cute fireworks (along with beachy items.)

 

I used Ohuhu glitter markers on the images, Doodlebug Design papers and a Whimsy Stamps stitched squares panel die.  The whirlygig is on a spinner so the recipient can have fun actually spinning it around.

I hope you'll play along.

The Outlawz Christmas Only Challenge ~ August 2026

Hi Crafty Friends,
 Christmas in July may be over but at The Outlawz Christmas Only challenge it's always Christmas.
Here's my newest challenge card using one of my favorite images from LaLa Land Crafts.

I just love the mice in this set!

Products used:

LLLC A Caroling We Will Go clear stamp set

Jaded Blossom Magical Swirl Stencil

SCT Snowman Ornament dies (from Jingle & Joy Card Event)

Copic Markers

Don't stop your holiday cardmaking now.  Join us and make sure you'll have plenty on hand when it's time to start addressing and mailing those cards.

Cut it Up Challenge #361 ~ Emboss It!

Hi Crafty Friends,
Time for another Cut it Up Challenge.  Challenge 361 is Emboss it!
For years I've used patterned papers for the majority of my backgrounds. I must say, I love embossed backgrounds so much!  Embossing adds so much texture without too much bulk.  I also love heat embossing, especially for sentiments and outline of images to be colored.  For this challenge, I've used both, dry embossing for the focal image and heat embossing for the sentiment.

I've used all Gina K Designs products on this project:Dazzling Sunflower 3D embossing folder, die and stencil set, Master Layout 2, Cheers to Another Year stamp and die set, and Gina K inks.
Come join us on the CIU blog and be sure to hit the follower button.  We're only 2 away from our pirze drawing.

BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party 2026

Hi Crafty Friends,
I have another card for the BYSHcardmakers Linky Party.
I am in love with the amazing full scene background design papers that several of my favorite compainies are offering (LaLa Land Crafts, Whimsy Stamps, LDRS to name a few.)
This card features a scene from LLLC Christmas Traditions paper pack.

All I added was this great window pane die, Fireplace candles from SCT, the Shiplap Background stamp from Taylored Expressions, and a sentiment sticker from Tim Holtz' Christmas Noel Sticker Book.  It all came together so quickly.

There is still time to play along by using the link above.

Double Trouble 3-2-1- Challenge #221 ~ Christmas in July #2

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #221 ~ Christmas in July#2 is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #221 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 Colors of choice (neutrals not included) - My colors are turquoise  lime green, and pink

2 Layers (card base does not count . Papers are from Doodlebug Designs

1 - Holiday image - LaLa Land Crafts Large Tree die

  the first time I've tried iYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's Option - Use non-traditional colors

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #699

I used the sketch for inspiration. 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

I'm also sharing this card in the BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party.

BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party

Hi Crafty Friends,
Woohoo!  It's time for another Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers' Linky Party.
This is your chance to link up your holiday cards to the BYSHcardmakers blog and be in the drawings for some great prizes provided by our many wonderful sponsors.  We also invite you to share your creations in our Facebook group.
Here's my first design team project for the Linky Party.

This is an A6 Gatefold card using patterned papers for Echo Park's A Perfect Christmas. I also used dies from one of our sponsors, Gina K Designs.  The branches are from another sponsor, Jaded Blossom's Poinsettia die and the letters are from Pinkfresh Studio Jody Uppercase Alpha set.

I hope you'll play along all during the Linky Party week.  You may enter as often as you'd like.

Cut it Up Challenge #360 ~ Make Your Own Background

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have another fun challenge for you at Cut it Up Challenges.For this challenge we're asking you to make your own background.
Here's my card with a background made by stenciling over a stamped script background.

Products used to create this card:

Taylored Expressions Fineline Script 6x6 background stamp

Pinkfresh Studio Leafy Background layering stencil

Gina K Designs Ornate Frame die

Spellbinders Sealed Bouquet die set

The stenciling over a background stamp was inspired by a project shared online by CIU designer, Alyson Mayo.

I hope you'll join us and share your own background ideas.  Just upload your card using the link above.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #220 ~ Christmas in July

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #220 ~ Christmas in July is now open.

Our challenge has 3 options so you'll want to visit the blog (link above) for a detailed explanation.

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

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Here's my project for #220 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge:

3 Colors of choice (neutrals not included) - My colors are red, green, and yellow/pink/turquoise

2 Layers (card base does not count - I've used Jaded Blossom's Sunburst Card Mat Die, Doodlebug Designs patterned papers, and a sentiment from Whimsy Stamps Merry Christmas sentiments.

1 - Holiday image-I've used a dimensional poinsettia and holly leaves from my stash.

  the first time I've tried iYou may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: Include stars and/or stripes

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #700

I used the sketch for inspiration. 

I'll be back bi-weekly on Mondays to share more Double Trouble challenges.

I hope you'll play along.

I am entering this card in the Jingle Belles Stars OR Stripes challenge.