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.

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.

Cut it Up Challenge #357 ~ Friendship

Hi Crafty Friends,Here's my next project for Cut it Up Challenges.Challenge #357 is Friendship.

I had so much fun creating this card.  I used Gina K Designs Spring Things and Designer Dots stamp/die sets. I used the oldie but goodie Cuttlebug Swiss Dots embossing folder to add interest to the mat and Taylored Expressions Scattered Meadow background stamp.  Finally, Jaded Blossom Octagon Dies and Taylored Expressions A2 Stacklets for the mats.
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.
Cut it Up Challenges

Cut it Up Challenge #356 ~ Flowers

Hi Crafty Friends,
Our mid-month challenge #356 at Cut it Up Challenges is FLOWERS.
I was inspired by an album class I took a number of years ago from Martha Tucker.I loved her die cut choices as well as her color scheme so this card was created using her techniques and choices.

The sentiment, lily, and butterfly are all dies from Lala Land Crafts.

The stencil on which I used Hero Arts Glitter Paste and Gina K ink is LLLC's Floral Beauty.  I used Taylored Expressions A2 Stacklets to cut the layers.

I hope you'll join us and share your floral creations.  Just add your project to the link above.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #216

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #216, A Wheelie Cool 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.

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Here's my project for #216 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 - My patterned papers are from an older Bo Bunny coordinating set

2 Shapes  - I've used a banner die and circle dies

1 image- The tricycle is a Lala Land Crafts 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 optional twist: At least one Wheel, Cam, and/or Gears

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #695

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.

Cut it Up Challenge #355 ~ Something With Wings

Hi Crafty Friends,
Busy day today on the blog with so many First of the Month challenges and this month our CIU challenge also lands on the 1st!!
Cut it Up challenge #355 is to create Something with Wings.
I'm a big fan of Pinkfresh Studio products and I've had this set for awhile.It's a pressplate which I chose to foil - yes, you can foil pressplates!!!

I used Jaded Blossom's stitched and scallop circle dies for the gold border and Gina K inks to add color to the stenciled image.  The sentiment is a Betterpress plate and die set called Fancy Sentiment Strips.

I hope you'll play along with us for this challenge.

Pearly Sparkles Challenge May 2026 ~ Butterflies

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new challenge at Pearly Sparkles.This month's challenge is Butterflies.I thought this was the perfect theme for a card I wanted to create for a special cardmaking friend.

I used all Gina K Designs for this card:

Blooming Butterfly stamp/die set

Elegant Ovals stencil

Ornate Frame die

Master Layout 2

Master Layout 18

Handpicked Flowers (sentiment)

Dusty Rose cardstock

Light and Medium Carnation ink

I also added coloring with Copic Markers

I hope you'll join us this month.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #215

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #215, A Special 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.

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Here's my project for #215 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 - I have a mat, patterned paper and die cuts

2 Shapes or images - My florals are from Spellbinders In Bloom die set and the sentiment is from Gina K Designs Designer Dots stamp and die set

1 embossed or stenciled element- The sentiment is heat embossed and the flowers are dry embossed using Cuttlebug Swiss Dots embossing folder

  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: flowers

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #694

You can see 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.

Cut it Up Challenge #354 ~ Colors of Spring

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new challenge for you at Cut it Up.  Our theme for challenge 354 isThe Colors of Spring.
I've been cleaning and purging my craft room and am finding sets that have never been opened - Ugh!I'm using one of those treasures for today's card.

This die set is Artful Tulip from Spellbinders.  I used and very old Cuttlebug embossing folder, Script Texture for the background and cut a Jaded Blossom Scallop Oval from vellum to ground the die cut.

The sentiment is a Betterpress set that I foiled.

Sometimes I just need to "shop" in my own craft room.  Do you ever feel that way?

Use the link above to play along.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #214

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #214, 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 #214 and how I interpreted all the Things.

ALL THE THINGS

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

3 patterned and/or special papers - The papers are from Echo Park "Little Ladybug"

2 colors from color wheel #1 - Color wheel 1 is primary colors.  I have red, white, black and green

1 Image - I've used die cuts from Jaded Blossom and Scrapbook.com

  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 a flying element

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #693

You can see 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.

Pearly Sparkles April Challenge ~ Something Old, Something New

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a new April challenge at Pearly Sparkles.
This month's challenge is Something Old, Something New.I chose to interpret the challenge by using old and new crafting supplies.

I love how bright, happy, and springy this card is.  It just makes me smile.

My "something old" is the Jaded Blossom scallop rectangle die.  I've had this set for years and it's one of my crafty staples.  The sentiment is a precut image from Crafter's Companion.  It's been in my stash since who-knows when.  I just ink blended it and popped it up on the card.

My "something new" is the Gina K Designs Cheerful Flowers Stencil/die/3D embossing folder set. I just used the 3D embossing folder and stencils ~ so pretty.

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

Cut it Up Challenge #352 ~ Forever Green (use green as focus color)

Hi Crafty Friends,
It's Cut it Up Challenge day and I'm sharing my project for challenge #352 ~ Forever GreenWe've been asked to use green as our main color.
Here's my card.

To create this design, I used Gina K Designs Serene Branches stencil, die, and 3D embossing folder set.

After embossing and stenciling the image on Gina K colored cardstock, I used the single branch die to cut, emboss and stencil the branch.  I used white cardstock for this step so the colors appear brighter and standout a bit from original panel.  I used Master Layout 2 to cut the panels.  

I hope you'll join us for this challenge. Use this link to upload your project.

Double Trouble 3-2-1 Challenge #212 ~ "Paw-some"

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #212, 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 #212 and how I interpreted all the Things.

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

3 Colors using primary and neutral colors - I've used lots of white with pinks and greens for the florals

2 Images- I have lots of dies cuts from Spellbinders Rustic Garden Suite as well as ink blended clouds and grass.]

1 Sentiment - The sentiment on the sign is just one of many in this product suite.

  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 one or more 4-legged animals

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #691

You can see 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.

Double Trouble Challenge #211 ~ 3-2-1 recipe

Hi Crafty Friends,
Double Trouble Challenge #211, is now open.It's our first Trouble Maker 3-2-1 challenge for March.

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 #211 and how I interpreted all the Things.

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

3 Layers (card base does not count - My layers include patterned papers, a mat layer, and an ink blended background for my focal image

2 Color choices - I used patterned papers from Echo Park's Farmer's Market pack

1 Image - My stamped images are from Whimsy Stamps Pig Puns set and the mud puddles are a Whimsy stencil

  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 at least one pig

And finally, to support our sister challenge blogs, Thing 2's Double Dare is to use TSOT #690

You can see 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.

Pearly Sparkles February Challenge ~ Mixed Color Florals

Hi Crafty Friends,
We have a fun new challenge at Pearly Sparkles.
This month we're asked to create something using mixed color florals.  I've been trying to use some of the MANY new goodies that I've been acquiring.  For this project I've used the Gina K Designs Spring Fling layered stencil set.

The stencil set has four layers.  I used Gina K inks for the blending.  I also used Pinkfresh Studio's Dotted Scallop Cover Plate to add a little more interest.  I cut the mat and ink blended panel using Jaded Blossom's Scallop and Stitched rectangles.  The sentiment was created with a Betterpress plate.  I finished off with a few sequins, ribbon, and a butterfly from my stash.

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

Cut it Up Challenge #349 ~ This Makes Me Happy

Hi Crafty Friends,
Welcome to our Cut it Up Challenge #349 ~ This Makes Me Happy.
Your project can be a subject that makes you happy OR it can be a favorite technique, crafty tool, or craft supply.  
Here's my project sharing a new (to me) technique inspired by a Gina K Designs project video.This project made for some happy moments in the craft room.

I've made an eclipse card before but never using patterned paper or eclipsing (is that a word?) all of the die cuts. Basically, the entire card it an eclipse.  I did want the letters to have a slight shadow effect so instead of stacking the letters on white, I used the green cardstock for the stacked layers.  I didn't want it entirely lost in the pattern design.

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

Cut it Up Challenge #346 ~ Anything Goes

Hi Crafty Friends,
 It's time for the final Cut it Up Challenge of 2025.Our last theme for the year is #346 ANYTHING GOES.
I hope you'll play along. The challenge closes on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Here's my project.

I've used these products:

Pinkfresh Studio Framed Art (sentiment) and Foliage Flair stamp, die, stencil

Gina K Designs Master Layout 2 and ink.

Use the link above to enter our challenge.

Happy New Year!!!

Cut it Up Challenge #342 ~ Thankful, Grateful, Blessed

Hi Crafty Friends,
Although it's Halloween, my thoughts are now on Thanksgiving.  I'll be changing out my home decor first thing tomorrow morning.  
Here's my card the Cut it Up's Thankful, Grateful, Blessed challenge.

I thought that these card elements were perfect for an easel card.

I was introduced to this die set at my monthly card class with Sharon Doan.

Products used:

Spellbinders Acorn House

Jaded Blossom Stitched Arch Dies and Friendsgiving stamp/die set

Echo Part 6x6 paper pad

Follow the link above to join in our challenge.

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.

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

  the first time I've tried i

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.