Friday, June 26, 2026

Cut it Up Challenge #359 ~ Critters

Hi Crafty Friends,

Time for another Cut it Up Challenge.
Our theme for challenge #359 is Critters.
Don't forget to use a die cut.

Here's my card inspired by an SCT online event.


I've used Pink & Main Winter Pals stamps and dies set.
The background was created using Water Gems Watercolor Powders (a first for me).  These powders have very intense color with a touch of sparkles.  The critters were colored using Copic markers.

Don't forget our 1000 Followers challenge:
We also have a special contest going on at Cut it Up.  When we reach 1000 followers we'll be having a drawing from all of the ENTRIES in the challenge in which 1000 is reached.  The prize will be a box of crafty goodness.  So play along, become a follower, and help us reach our goal.
We only need 3 more followers to reach 1000!
 
You can enter our challenge by using the link above.  

Build Your Stash Holiday Card Makes ~ Sketch #70

Hi Crafty Friends,

Here's my final design team card for BYSHcardmakers sketch #70.


I think the combination of gold and white is so elegant for the holidays.
I've used Jaded Blossom's Wine Tag Die and LaLa Land Crafts ornament die.  I added some dimension to the tag using Spellbinders 3D embossing folder EF061.  The sentiment is from a Simon Hurley hot foil plate.

You have until the end of the month to enter our Facebook challenge HERE and you'll find lots of inspiration on our blog.


Monday, June 22, 2026

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge # 219 ~ It's Going to be a Long Day

Hi Crafty Friends,

Double Trouble Challenge #219 ~ It's Going to be a Long Day 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.
 -
Here's my project for #219 and how I interpreted all the Things.


ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker
offers the 3-2-1 challenge:
3 Layers, card base can be counted - I've used the card base, Gina K designs cardstock and Pinkfresh Studio glitter cardstock
2 Images -I've used two sections from Pinkfresh Studio's Hibiscus Washi Tape 
1 Slimline or Mini slimline design - I've used Jaded Blossom's Slimline 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 optional twist: Add some glitter and/or sparkle

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #698
I used the sketch for inspiration.  It can be seen the sketch in the graphic below.





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



Friday, June 12, 2026

Cut it Up Challenge #358 ~ One for the Boys (Men)

Hi Crafty Friends,

June is a time to share some crafty love with the men/boys in our lives.
Cut it Up Challenge #358 does just that.  Our theme is One For the Boys(Men).


For the grounding mat I used Spellbinders Nested Stitched Flat Ovals.
The adorable gnome was created using Jaded Blossom's Gnome Die, Gnome Dies Cowboy Add Ons and Howdy Gnomie Stamp/die set.  The papers were in my stash!!!

Use the link above to join our challenge.

Don't forget our 1000 Followers challenge:
We also have a special contest going on at Cut it Up.  When we reach 1000 followers we'll be having a drawing from all of the ENTRIES in the challenge in which 1000 is reached.  The prize will be a box of crafty goodness.  So play along, become a follower, and help us reach our goal.
We only need 5 more followers to reach 1000!





Monday, June 8, 2026

Double Trouble Challenge #218 ~ My Guy

Hi Crafty Friends,

Double Trouble Challenge #218, MY GUY, 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.
 -
Here's my project for #218 and how I interpreted all the Things.


ALL THE THINGS

Thing 1 Trouble Maker
offers the 3-2-1 challenge:
3 Washi Tape and/or paper scraps  -I've used Washi Tape from my stash
2 Die cut elements -I've used a combination of die sets from Jaded Blossom: Gnome Garden Add ons, Wheelbarrow Die, and Stitched Circle
1 Masculine project- Father's Day card (sentiment from Taylored Expressions
Perfect Pennant - Dad

  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: Any element your guy enjoys spending time - my hubby enjoys his summer vegetable garden.

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #697
I used the sketch for inspiration.  It can be seen the sketch in the graphic below.





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

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

The Male Room June Challenge ~ Outdoors

Hi Crafty Friends,

Our monthly challenge for June is live!
This month's theme is OUTDOORS.

I've created a pop out card using a design inspired by Jennifer Mcguire.

The image is Loon Scene by Whimsy Stamps colored using Copic Markers.  The sentiment is from Altenew's Mini Sentiments 3D embossing folder.

We'd love to have you join us.  Add your "outdoors" project to




Monday, June 1, 2026

Moving Along with the Times ~ June Challenge: Use Your Favorite ...

Hi Crafty Friends,

We have a fun June challenge at Moving Along with the Times challenge blog.

This month we're Using Our Favorite . . . 
You're invited to use your favorite stamp, die, tool, technique, design, etc.

I've used one of my favorite stamps and dies sets: Gina K Spring Things, and one of my favorite designs: black and white with a pop of color.


I hope you'll share your favorites with us.
Add your project to the link above.



Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers Sketch Challenge #70 ~ June

Hi Crafty Friends,

It's time for a new sketch for the BYSHcardmakers challenge.


I used Jaded Blossom's Wine Tag Die and Rosie's Studio Peppermint Twist design papers and ephemera to create this fun card.

You'll find the inspiration sketch below.

You'll find more inspiration on the DT blog (linked above) and on our Facebook page
Please upload your project in the appropriate folder (sketch 70) on our Facebook page.

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Pearly Sparkles June Challenge ~ This Makes Me Happy

Hi Crafty Friends,

We have a new challenge for June at Pearly Sparkles Challenge.
Our challenge theme for this month is THIS MAKES ME HAPPY.

Here's my ink blended/3D embossed project.


I love ink blending and I love daisies (my wedding flower).  Both make me smile.

I've used Gina K inks and cardstock along with Altenew's Daisy 3D embossing folder to create this simple card.  I also added Stickles for a little sparkle in the daisy centers.

Follow the link above to join in our challenge.


The Outlawz Christmas Challenge ~ June 2026

Hi Crafty Friends,

Here's your monthly chance to get ahead on your holiday card stash.
The Outlawz Christmas Only challenge for June is open.

I had some fun using mainly stamps on this card.


The stamped snowflakes are from Cas-ual Friday's Bring on the Snowflakes stamp set.
I decided to add one die cut snowflake using Simon Says Stamp Cute Snowflakes and added a sentiment from Simon Hurley's holiday sentiments hot foil plate.

Come and join us and continue to add to your holiday stash.
Add your project using the link above.


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