Cut it Up Challenge #333 ~ Critters

Hi Crafty Friends,
Here's the last challenge for June at Cut it Up Challenges.
Our theme for this challenge is CRITTERS.We want to see a critter on your project and don't forget that you must also use a die cut somewhere on your project.
Here's my card.

This cutie is a die set from Spellbinders called Baby Dinosaur.  I also used Altenew's Floral Laurel 3D embossing folder, Pinkfresh Studio's Notched Corner Frames, and Betterpress "A Little Message" sentiment set with die.  I decided the dino needed a little grounding so I also used Janded Blossom's Spring die set for the grass.

I hope you'll play along with us.  Just add your project to the link above.

BYSH Spring into Christmas Linky Party

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's time for our first BYSH Linky Party of 2025.

If you haven't started your Christmas stash this is a great time to begin.

Upload as many projects as you wish for a chance to win some wonderful prizes from our fabulous sponsors.  Your holiday cards can be uploaded HERE.

Here's my first project.

I've foiled the Betterpress Society's Winter Sprigs Tree pressplate.  Then I used the stencils to add color and cut it out with the matching die.  The sentiment was pressed onto Betterpress paper and cut out with the matching die.  For a little added dimension, I offset the tree and added it to a mat that was embossed using Altenew's Organic Linen 3D embossing folder.

Our Linky party will be open from May 2-9.

I hope you'll join us for this great event.

Sketch Saturday Challenge 774 ~ Optional Twist: Add Embellishments

Hi Crafty Friends,

I have a new Sketch Saturday challenge sketch for you.

Sketch 774 has the optional twist to add embellishments.  You don't have to ask my twice since I love adding embellies to my projects.

The patterned papers are Crafter's Companion.  I used Spellbinders 3D embossing folder SES065 to add dimension to the largest circle.  The butterfly is from Pinkfresh Studio's Butterfly Washi and I used Jaded Blossom's Stitched Circles to die cut the circle shapes.

Here's the sketch for your inspiration.

You can upload your project HERE.

The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge ~ April

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new challenge for you at The Outlawz Festive Fridays Challenge.
We have four theme options for you:ChristmasEasterUse GreenBunnies, Birds, or Bears
My project works for two of them.

This adorable pop up card idea was shared at the last SCT event.

I've used the following:

Concord and 9th Happy Mail Stamp and Die set and 3D embossing folder

Jaded Blossom Cubby Bunny Die, Clear Jar Spring Add-on

Lawn Fawn Happy Easter stamp and die

Simon Says Stamp My Kind of Peep stamp and dies

Join our challenge by adding your project to the link above.

Pearly Sparkles Challenge February 2025 ~ Love is in the Air

Hi Crafty Friends,
New month, new challenge at Pearly Sparkles Challenge.
Our theme for February is LOVE IS IN THE AIR.
Here's my card for the challenge.

I used a lot of different company's products for this design.Jaded Blossom Random Hearts stencilJaded Blossom Stitched Circle diesPenny Black "T for Transparent" stamp setSimon Says Stam "Hello Beautiful" stamp setSpellbinders 3D embossing folderPinkfresh Studio inkCopic Markers
I hope you'll join us this month.  Add your card to the link above.

The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge ~ October 2024

Hi Crafty Friends,
There's a new challenge open at Festive Fridays.We always have 4 themes for you to choose from.  This month's themes are:ChristmasFall ColorsHalloweenPlaying in the Leaves
Here's my project.

I was playing around with different techniques for this one.

I foiled the leaves foil plate onto heat resistant acetate then attached the panel to the card base under the 3/4 inch flap to which I added a heat embossed sentiment.  I used an Altenew 3D embossing folder for the inside panel.  I've placed a panel on the back for a personal message.  I love the foil on acetate!

I hope you'll play along this month.

Cut it Up Challenge #294 ~ Anything Goes

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's our final challenge of 2023 at Cut it Up Challenge Blog.We know you're either super busy with the holidays or worn out (LOL) so we'll keep this challenge easy:ANYTHING GOES.
I'm sharing two of the 7 money holders I made for holiday gifting.The design was inspired by a project Kristina Werner shared during Altenew's Cozy Comfort Retreat.

The decorated belly bands hold the wallet closed.  The dies cuts and sentiments are arranges on a circle cut from velum and glued to the belly band.  There is a pocket inside to hold the bill(s).
I hope you'll play along with us.
We will be holding an open Design Team call for 2024.Information can be found on the CIU blog or you can email me atcutitupchallenges@gmail.com
Happy New Year 2024!

Cut it Up Challenge #291 ~ Friends and Family

Hi Crafty Friends,
Time for Cut it Up challenge #291 ~ Friends and FamilyCan you believe we only have four more challenges left in this year?  Time flies!!
Here's my card for this challenge.

I tried a new technique on this card, embossing on velum.  I used a 3D embossing folder from Altenew.

I ink blended some fall colors on 80# smooth card stock and then added the velum over it.  I lightly brushed some Altenew white pigment ink over the embossing to emphasize some of the design.  The scalloped frame is from Jaded Blossom and the sentiment was created using a Betterpress letterpress plate.  I cut the sentiment outline out three times and slightly offset each layer for some added detail.

A twine bow and some Spellbinders gold embellishments finished the card.

I hope you'll play along with us.  Just follow the link above.