Cut it Up Challenge #340 ~ Use More Than One Die

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our first October challenge is up and ready for you to play along.Cut it Up Challenge #340 is "Use More Than One Die"
Here's my project using products from Pinkfresh Studio.

I've used:

Simple Joys (sentiment)

Nested Beaded Frames

Quilted Hearts Cover Plate

Bouquet Wrap (bow)

Floral Frenzy Die and Stencils

Pinkfresh Inks

I hope you'll play along.  Be sure to visit the blog to see some great inspiration from our team members and guest designers.  Don't forget that our Top Cuts are invited to join us as a guest designer in a challenge of their choice.

The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge ~ October

Hi Crafty Friends,
October's Festive Friday Challenge is open.  We have 4 theme choices for you:ChristmasHalloweenAutumnMonsters
For this month, I have chosen to create an Autumn card using products from some of my favorite companies.  I've also used a number of techniques: stenciling, stamping, 3D dry embossing, heat embossing, and die cutting.
Here's my card.

Products used include:

Jaded Blossom Fall Leaves stencil

Altenew Tree Bark 3D embossing folder and Floral Laurel stamp/stencil/die set

Pinkfresh Studio Nested Arch die

Lala Land Crafts Stitched Banner die

There are some exciting changes coming to The Outlawz family of challenges.  You can read about the changes on our Facebook page HERE.

Hope you'll play along with us.

Moving Along with the Times October Challenge ~ Sentiment as Focal Point

Hi Crafty Friends,
Here's my second project as a designer for Moving Along with the Times.
This month we're asking you to use a sentiment as your main focal point.
Here's my project.

This was an easy card to create using just the Betterpress set, Thank You Blooms.  I also used Betterpress cotton paper and Betterpress inks.  My choice of mats help bring out the colors.

I hope you'll play along.  Follow the link above to share your project.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers October challenge ~Sketch #62

Hi Crafty Friends,
If you haven't started your Christmas cards, now is a good time.This month's sketch at BYSH is great for mass production.

Once again I've used a Betterpress set, Essential Tag Accessories.  The DSP papers are from Echo Park, Christmas Joy 6x6 pad.  I also used Gina K Designs Master Layout 2 to die cut the mats

  We'll be sharing designs using this sketch all month.

You'll find inspiration on our blog HERE, and from our Facebook page HERE.

We invite you to share all of your holiday themed cards on our FB page and enter your sketch challenge card in folder #62.

Here's the sketch for this month.

Pearly Sparkles October Challenge #112 ~ Pumpkins and/or Autumn Leaves

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's time for Pearly Sparkles October challenge.
This month we're asking for projects that include pumpkins and/or autumn leaves.
Here's my project.

I've used products from some of my favorite companies.Jaded Blossom: Fancy Pumpkins Die set, Harvest Signs stamp setPinkfresh Studio: Stitched Basketweave Cover Plate, Beaded Rectangles DiesAltenew:Floral Laurel stamp, die, stencil set, Crisp Die Inks
I hope you'll play along.  Follow the link above to share your project.

Double Trouble Challenge #201 ~ 3-2-1 "Something, Anything, Everything"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #201 is now open.3-2-1 Recipe "Something, Anything, Everything"

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 #201 and how I interpreted all the Things!

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

3 of Something from your stash - the cardstock: Spellbinders Indigo and 3 patterns from Pebbles Inc - Simple Life 6 x 6

2 of Anything from your stash - Dies cuts: Jaded Blossom Rectangle die and Taylored Expressions Perfect Pennants - Dad

1of Everything else from your stash - embossing folder: Altenew Deck Planks

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You may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: - Use TSOT #680 Sketch

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to Use 1 alternate challenge

I'm entering my card in Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #262 ~ Anything Goes

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

I hope you'll play along.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers Sketch Challenge #61 ~ Card 2

Hi Crafty Friends,
I have another Christmas card to share with you for the BYSHcardmakers sketch challenge #61

I've used some beautiful DSP paper from Lala Land Crafts Winter Song pack and a fun 3D embossing folder from Altenew, Perfect Poinsettia.  I thought that adding a little inking added to the background and vibe of the paper.  This is a great design for batch card making.

The sketch is below.  

You can join us on our Facebook page by linking your project to the Sketch 61 folder.

Cut it Up Challenge #339 ~ It Looks Like Fall

Hi Crafty Friends,
We are just a few days away from the first day of fall in the USA so it's fitting that our Cut it Up Challenge #339 theme is IT LOOKS LIKE FALL.
Here's my project.

For this card, I used Gina K inks to blend the background then stamped over it with Taylored Expressions Fineline Script background stamp and white ink.  The leaves were cut using Jaded Blossom's Fancy Leaves dies.  I added a cute little tag with a vellum shadow and a JB sentiment.

I hope you'll join us for this challenge.  Just add your card to the link above.

Double Trouble Challenge #200 ~ 3-2-1 "Oodles of Doodles"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #200 is now open.3-2-1 Recipe "Oodles of Doodles"

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 #200 and how I interpreted all the Things!

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

3 Doodles or Doodle-like Stamps - I used Jaded Blossom's You are Succulent stamp set and did some hand-doodling around the edge.

2 layers

1 Sentiment - I used the sentiment from the stamp set

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You may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: -add a punch of color - I used GinaK Grass Green ink and Souffle gelly roll pen.

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to enter the TSOT #679

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

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #338 ~ LOL, That's Funny (Humorous)

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a fun challenge (literally) for you at Cut it Up Challenges.
Our theme is LOL, That's Funny.  We're looking for a little humor in your entries.
Here's my card.  It was so much fun to design.

I love this stamp set from Whimsy Stamps and have used it several times.

Whimsy Stamps Lookin Shark and Lookin Shark Elements

Lawn Fawn Ocean Wave Stencil

Altenew Circular Elements die set

La-la Land Crafts Under the Sea dies

Be sure to visit the team blog for more inspiration and to link up your design.

The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge ~ September 2025

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's a new month so time for more new challenges.
Here's my project for The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge.We have 4 themes for you to choose from:ChristmasSchool DaysColors of the SeasonHappy Birthday
I've chosen Christmas since I'm still on a holiday roll.

I've been buying some new products to keep these creative juices flowing and this card uses two of them:

Stampendous Peace Dove die set

Spellbinders Pine Needles 3D embossing folder

I love the non-traditional background color.

I hope you'll play along with us this month.  You can upload your project using the link above.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers ~ September Sketch Challenge

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new sketch for you at BYSHcardmakers.
If you haven't started on your holiday cards, now is great time to start and this month's sketch lends itself well to creating multiples.  You'll find inspiration at the link above and can link your own project to our Facebook page HERE.  Be sure to find folder #61 so your card will be eligible for some crafty goodness.
Here's my sketch #61 project

Products used:

La-la Land Crafts DSP Christmas Hodgepodge

Jaded Blossom Banner Dies

Hero Arts Offset Holiday Messages

Here's the sketch for your reference.

Moving Along with the Times ~ New team!

Hi Crafty Friends,
I have joined some fellow bloggers in an effort to keep another monthly challenge blog going.Please join me at

https://movingalongwiththetimes.blogspot.com

I hope you'll take a look and help us keep this challenge going.

Our theme for September is

Butterflies and/or Dragonflies.

I have the perfect Betterpress plate for this challenge:

Betterpress Fluttering By press plate and stencils set.

I also used Gina K's Master Layouts 4, 5, and 18

Looking forward to seeing your projects.

Double Trouble Challenge #199 ~ 3-2-1 "Sweet Surprise"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #199 is now open.3-2-1 Recipe "Sweet Surprise"

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 #199 and how I interpreted all the Things!

  

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

3 Layers - I  used Kaisercraft "Shine Bright" collection

2 Images (stamps, dies,ephemera) - Jaded Blossom Stitched Hexagons, ephemera made from paper pack

1 Aperture - shaker window made with JB Hexagon die

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You may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: -Make a shaker card or fill the aperture with an image

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to enter the TSOT #678

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

I hope you'll play along.

Pearly Sparkles September Challenge ~ Traci's Recipe

Hi Crafty Friends,
September is always a special month at Pearly Sparkles. Our theme is in honor of our original blog owner, Traci, who passed away in 2018.  Her canine best friend was named Pearl.  Traci's favorite things were Pearls, Sparkles, and Pink.
Here's my card in honor of Traci.  I hope you'll play along.

Products used:

Altenew Sweet Blooms die set

Jaded Blossom Mini Tag Dies 2

Pink Fresh Butterflies in a Cloche (sentiment)

Crafter's Companion DSP

Join us by adding your project to the link above.

Cut it Up Challenge #337 ~ Anything Goes

Hi Crafty Friends,
Here's our final Cut it Up challenge for August.  Our theme isANYTHING GOES.
Here's my project - still working on my holiday card stash.

I had some left-overs from a previous project so I used them for the background.  The color guided my ink choices.  These are the products I used:

Taylored Expressions Bold Beams Cutting Plate

Doodlebug Designs 6x6 paper pad

Gina K ink

Simon Says Stamp Festive Swag stencil and die, Making Spirits Bright Sentiment stamp and die

I hope you'll play along with us.  Our TOP CUTS are invited to post with us as a guest designer.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers ~ Sketch #60, Card 2

Hi Crafty Friends,
There's a week left in our BYSHcardmakers sketch challenge #60.
Here's my final design team project for this month/sketch.

I've used more of the wonderful 6 x 6 paper from La-La Land Crafts.  This pack is called Very Merry.  The reindeer is also from LLLC and this sentiment is from MFT Festive Flamingos.

Here's the sketch for this challenge.

Please link your card to our FACEBOOK challenge page HERE.

You can find inspiration in the FB group and also on our BYSH blog (link at top)

I hope you'll play along.

Double Trouble Challenge #198 ~ 3-2-1 Recipe "Mix it Up"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #198 is now open.3-2-1 Recipe "Mix it Up"

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 #198 and how I interpreted all the Things!

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

3 Layers - I love layering

2 Patterned Papers - I've used Bo Bunny papers that have been in my stash FOREVER!

1 Sentiment - from Spellbinders Spread Your Wings set 

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You may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: - Make a Fan Fold Card using TSOT Sketch #677

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to enter the TSOT #677 challenge or the AG challenge at Creative Creases

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

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #336 ~ Add a Sentiment

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new challenge at Cut it Up.  Challenge #336 is ADD A SENTIMENT.If there's a sentiment on your card front and you've used a die cut on the card, you're eligible to enter.

Here's my card inspired by those shared by Jennifer McGuire.

I've used Jaded Blossom's Sunflowers dies and Photo Frame Dies (sentiment).

I hope you'll join in.  Add your project to the link above.

Double Trouble Challenge #197 ~ 3-2-1 You're in the Spotlight

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #197 is now open.3-2-1 "You're in the Spotlight"

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 #197 and how I interpreted all the Things!

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

3 COLORS - mine are orchid, violet, and black

2 LAYERS - I think adding mats adds so much to the design and the spotlight image is popped up

1 SPOTLIGHT TECHNIQUE  - You can check YouTube for tutorialsheck 

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You may stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: - USE ONE OR A COMBO OF BIRDS, BUTTERFLIES, BLOOMS. I've used Gina K Designs Ruffled Blooms stamp, stencil, die set

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use the upcoming TSOT sketch #676.  That post isn't live until Tuesday but you can see a sneak peek in the graphic above.  The sketch is for inspiration.

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

I hope you'll play along.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers ~ August Sketch Challenge #60

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's been a busy time at BYSHcardmakers with over 400 link ups to our Christmas in July Linky Party.But, now it's time for our next monthly challenge sketch.
Here's my first card for Sketch #60.

I've used more amazing papers from La-la Land Crafts.  These are from the Very Merry paper pack.

I also used LLLC 3 Presents die set and the sentiment is from Gina K's Merry Christmas stamp set.

Here's the sketch for your inspiration.

You'll find more inspiration on the blog HERE and in our Facebook Group HERE.

You'll have all month to link up your holiday projects HERE.  Just look for album #60.

Pearly Sparkles August Challenge ~ Under the Sea

Hi Crafty Friends,
The new monthly challenge at Pearly Sparkles is ready for you to join in.
Our theme for this month is UNDER THE SEA.
Here's my project.

So this scene card could be shared, I made it an easel card.

Products used:

La-la Land Crafts Under the Sea dies

Pinkpaislee Ephemera

Cuttlebug Divine Swirls embossing folder

Jaded Blossom Tropical Dies

Head on over to the blog (link above) and joy us.

The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge ~ August

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's a new month so new challenges are on their way.
Here's my project for The Outlawz Festive Friday Challenge.We have 4 themes for you to choose from:ChristmasSummerIt's a Colorful WorldCritters
I've chosen Christmas since I've been on a holiday roll.

I always admire cards made using ink blending and silhouette stamps so I gave it a try.

I love how this turned out.

Products used:

Gina K Master Layouts 2 

Gina K/Simon Says Stamp Stay Cozy stamp set

La-la Land Crafts Snow borders

I hope you'll play along with us.

Cut it Up Challenge #335 ~ Monochrome

Hi Crafty Friends,
The next theme for Cut it Up Challenge #335 is MONOCHROME.
Here's my card using a color family I ordinarily wouldn't choose, shades of green.I like green but don't usually choose it as the focus color, so this card was out of my comfort zone.Of course, that's the fun of crafting, to challenge yourself do something different.

Products I've used:Pinkfresh Studio inks and Overlapping Leafy wreath stencil and die setWhimsy Stamps HELLO die setAltenew Deck Planks 3D embossing folderAmerican Crafts ribbon
I hope you'll join us for this challenge.  Add your project to the link above.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers ~ July Challenge #59

Hi Crafty Friends,
Here's my second card for the BYSHcardmakers July Sketch challenge #59.You still have almost a week to add your project to our Facebook album HERE.
I'll add the sketch at the end of the post.

This is a simple card that lends itself well to creating multiples.

I used patterned paper that has been in my stash for years.  The embellishments are from Echo Park, one of their Chipboard frames sets.  Two strips of plain cardstock and, wa-la, a finished card.

Here's the sketch for your inspiration.  I hope you'll play along.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers Christmas is July

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm back with one more card for the BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party.
You can play along by adding your card to the link above.  You may enter as many times as you wish.Once again I've used products from our wonderful Sponsor, Jaded Blossom.

This front flip fold card was inspired by a card made in a monthly card class hosted by Sharon Doan.I've used Jaded Blossom's Gnome Friend: Penguin die set and Penguin Faces. I also used an old Cuttlebug embossing folder - Snowflakes, and Doodlebug Designs papers.

Here's the Linky Party information for you.  I hope you'll play along.

BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party Continues

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm back with another card for the BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party.
You can play along by adding your card to the link above.  You may enter as many times as you wish.

I've used La-La Land Crafts Winter Song DSP, Simon Says Stamp Window Dies, Whimsy stamps Christmas Sentiments, and Pinkfresh Studios Deckled Rectangles.

Here's the Linky Party information for you.  I hope you'll play along.

Double Trouble Challenge #196 ~ 3-2-1 Recipe "Keep Us in Stitches"

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's time for another Double Trouble Challenge.

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

Each option gives you more chances in our Random Drawings.

Here's my project for #196 and how I interpreted all the Things!

Thing 1 Trouble Maker offers the 3-2-1 challenge which for this challenge is

3 layers - layering is my favorite thing so you'll see lots of layers

2 images stamped or die cut - I used Jaded Blossom's Gnome Friends: Honey Bee, Sunflower Dies, Honeycomb Card Mat die, and Bee Faces.  I also used La-La Land Crafts card kit #30 for the hive

1 stitched element - Most of the Jaded Blossom dies have stitching

You can stop with Thing 1's challenge but to add a little more fun we have Thing 3 Twisted Sister's optional twist: Fun Pun Sentiment.  Mine is from Jaded Blossom's Bee Kind Sentiment stamp and die set.

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use the upcoming TSOT sketch #675.  That post isn't live until Tuesday but you can see a sneak peek in the graphic above.  The sketch is for inspiration.  You might have noticed, I changed the orientation.

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

I hope you'll play along.

BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party ~ Day 3

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm back with my third card for the BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party.
You can play along by adding your card to the link above.  You may enter as many times as you wish.Today I'm using products from two of our generous prize sponsors, Jaded Blossom and Taylored Expressions.

I've used Jaded Blossom's Mini Tag Dies 3, Gnome Friends: Gingerbread Die, Gingerbread Calories (sentiment), Gnome Dies: Christmas Add ons 2, and Taylored Expressions Bold Beams Cutting Plate.

Papers and Sprinkles are from Doodlebug Designs.

Here's the Linky Party information for you.  I hope you'll play along.

BYSHcardmakers' Christmas in July Linky Party ~ Day 2

Hi Crafty Friends,
I'm back with a second card for the BYSHcardmakers Christmas in July Linky Party.
You can play along by adding your card to the link above.  You may enter as many times as you wish.Today I'm using products from two of our generous prize sponsors, Lawn Fawn and Gina K Designs.

Here's the Linky Party information for you.  I hope you'll play along.

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers~ Christmas is July Linky Party

Hi Crafty Friends,
Hooray!  It's time for our Christmas in July BYSHcardmakers Linky Party.
We will share an entire week of crafty holiday goodness.  We invite you to join our linky party throughout the week for chances to win some of the amazing prizes being offered by our wonderful sponsors.

You may link all of your entries on our BYSHcardmakers blog HERE for your chances in our drawings and also share your projects in our Facebook group HERE.

Here's my first card for the Linky party.

I've used Taylored Expressions Create in Quads for the stenciled background and Gina K Designs Master Layouts for the window and mats.  The tiny wreath is from La-La Land Crafts.

I hope you'll play along.  

The linky will be open from July 18 through July 25.

Cut it Up Challenge #334 ~ Christmas in July

Hi Crafty Friends,
July is such a great month for crafters to get ahead on their holiday stash because Christmas in July is such a popular theme for this month.  Cut it Up challenges is right there with them!
Here's my card featuring Jaded Blossom's Build a Wreath die set.

I also used Studio Katia's Halftone Dots cover plate and Whimsy Stamps Christmas sentiments.

I hope you'll play along with us.  Just upload your card using the link above.

The challenge is open until noon (PST) July 21.