The Male Room Challenge Blog ~ Animals

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new challenge at The Male Room.  Our masculine challenge for this month is "Animals."I love these Crazy Dogs from Tim Holz and choose the Say Cheese sentiment from Gina K's Picture Perfect Greetings.  It just made me giggle looking at the dog's expression.
What do you think?

I hope you'll play along.  Don't forget to share our badge on your blog post.

Moving Along with the Times November Challenge ~ Masculine

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our newest theme for Moving Along with the Times challenge is "Masculine."I've had this fun Taylored Expressions layering stencil set for a while and been wanting to use it.

Products used for this card:

Taylored Expressions Sunkissed Shores layering stencil set

Jaded Blossom Stitched Arches die set

Pinkfresh Studio Worth Saying sentiment/die set

Spellbinders SES032 Embossing Folder

We look forward to seeing your masculine cards.  

Pearly Sparkles November Challenge ~ Add Some Sparkle and Shine

Hi Crafty Friends,
Here's another Christmas card for the Pearly Sparkles "Add Some Sparkle and Shine" November challenge.

This amazing bow/ribbon die set is from Jaded Blossom. I die cut the pieces using foil and glitter papers. There are several choices for the tail lengths as well as bow layering options.  I think this will be a "go-to" die set!!  I've also used JB's fun new Trendy Christmas Tree stencil with Distress Texture Paste in Sparkles and a sentiment from their new A Gift for You sentiment set.  These products made for a quick yet stunning holiday card. 

Add your project to the link above to play along.

The Outlawz Christmas Challenge ~ November 2026

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's November and our holiday season has truly begun.  I've been making Christmas cards throughout the year so each one I share now is a wonderful bonus for my stash.  If you been crafting along with our Outlawz Christmas challenges then you should be ahead of the rush as well :)
Here's my November project.

I've used Gina K Designs Holiday Holly 3D embossing folder for the design and the Modern Holidays Greetings stamp and die set.  I think it's simple yet elegant.

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

Cut it Up Challenge #368 ~ Thankful, Grateful, Blessed

Hi Crafty Friends,Time for our final October challenge at Cut it Up Challenges.
We're heading into the holiday season so our challenge is Thankful, Grateful Blessed.Can't wait to see your interpretation of the theme.
Here's mine.

I used Gina K Designs' Dancing Leaves 3D embossing folder on a piece of patterned paper.  After embossing, I used the stencils that are part of the package.  The sentiment is from Jaded Blossom's Fall Word Dies.  Finally, I added some bling from Pinkfresh Studios for a little sparkle.

Can't wait to see what you'll create.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge ~ "SnickerDoodles"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #228 "SnickerDoodles" 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 #228 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

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

3 Doodle-style images, hand-drawn or stamped - I drew my images

2 Layers - card base can be included- I had a base layer using Echo Park's Plant Lady 6x6 pad and Jaded Blossom's Window Card Mat Die

1 Sentiment - The sentiment is from Jaded Blossom's Happy Fall Gnomie stamp/die set

  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 - Use a fun pun

 

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #707

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.

BYSHcardmakers Fall Linky ~ card 3

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our  BYSHcardmakers Linky Party continues this week.  The event will be on our BYSHcardmakers blog.  You're also invited to share your projects in the Facebook group.
Here's my final entry for the event.

I hope you'll play along.

BYSHcardmakers ~ Falling for the Holidays Linky Party ~ card 2

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our  BYSHcardmakers Linky Party continues this week.  The event will be on our BYSHcardmakers blog.  You're also invited to share your projects in the Facebook group.There are so many wonderful sponsors and prizes to be won so you won't want to miss it.  You may enter as many times as you'd like.
Here's my next design team project using products from another one of our amazing sponsors, Jaded Blossom.

I've used Jaded Blossom's Snow Globe Dies and Winter Scene Dies.

I hope you'll play along.

BYSHcardmakers Falling for the Holidays 2026 Linky Party

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's time for another fabulous BYSHcardmakers Linky Party.  Our "Falling for the Holidays" event will be on our BYSHcardmakers blog.  You're also invited to share your projects in the Facebook group.There are so many wonderful sponsors and prizes to be won so you won't want to miss it.  You may enter as many times as you'd like.
Here's my first design team project using products from one of our sponsors, Gina K Designs.

This is first time I've used Gina K Designs Wreath Builder.  It was so much fun to use.  I used images from the Joy to the World stamp set.  The sentiment is from the Festive Bloom stamp and die set.  I just added a few sparkles and scored a border - easy peasy.  

I hope you'll play along.

Cut it Up Challenge #367 ~ Pretty in Pink

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's Pink October (Breast Cancer Awareness) so our Cut it Up Challenge #367 is "Pretty in Pink."
Here's my card.

I've used all Gina K Designs products for this card:

Postage Plus stamp set, Snowy Background stamp, Courtyard Silhouettes stamp/die (sentiment), Bursting Blossoms EF/Stencils, 1st Class Frame Cover Plate, Gina K inks in Carnations and Sages.

I hope you'll play along.  Just share your PINK project using the link above.

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.