Thursday, 6 March 2025

Luck, Laughter, and Leprechauns: A St. Patrick’s Day Card Adventure

 Dia dhuit, everyone!

Ah, it's Springtime! The sun's trying its best to break through the clouds like it’s in a game of peekaboo, and we’re all dressed in green, looking like a bunch of overly enthusiastic leprechaun impersonators. As the big day approaches, I've got a little gift for ye, straight from the heart of the Emerald Isle — and no, it’s not a pot of gold (trust me, I checked, and the leprechauns are still holding onto those).

So, about that wee gift I mentioned: it's Molly, a free digi stamp all the way from Ireland! To download, just click on the digi, and a new window will open. Right-click and select 'save as.' Easy as pie. Or should I say, easy as a pint of Guinness on St. Paddy's Day?

Now, onto my card: featuring herself, Molly, happy out and ready for the parade. I've coloured her with Promarkers and added some enamel dots and glitter for that extra sparkle. I also used Ranger's glossy accents, tinted with Promarkers, to give it a glossy finish. Just a note: in the picture, the gloss appears much darker, but trust me, it’s as bright as a leprechaun's smile.

.... and a wee tip for colouring the flag: Green, white, and orange, folks! Not to be mixed up with the Ivory Coast flag. Unless, of course, you fancy celebrating St. Patrick's Day with elephants and a side of cocoa beans!

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Onto a few challenges:

  • Double D : Green  /Photo Inspirations:  


To wrap up, here’s an Irish joke to keep the craic going: 

How can you tell if an Irishman is having a good time? 
He's Dublin over with laughter!

Sláinte!
Wendy R.

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Card Chaos: When Crafting Shenanigans Strike Again

Dia Dhaoibh!

So, onto my next card this week. Let me tell ya, as per my previous blog post, nothing is going right this week. Talk about shenanigans! I'm convinced the leprechauns are having a laugh, and hopefully, there's no sighting of a banshee. Just remember, if she throws a comb at ya, throw it back! 😉

This wee card features a wee gnome from the My Favorite Things JB Wings & Wishes stamp set, colored with Promarkers and embellished with gems. The background is a stencil I had cut with the Silhouette. I also used foam pads for some 3D effect, because why not add a little dimension to the mischief? Now, coloring was a bit of a challenge this week—let's just say my autistic tendency for perfection (yep, late-diagnosed AuDHD) got the better of me. It ended up getting darker and darker, but hey, it didn't turn out too bad in the end!

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Onto a few challenges:

Before you go, here's a little Irish joke to keep the smiles coming:

What do you call a fake Irish stone? 

A sham-rock!

Sláinte!
Wendy R.

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March Madness: When Crafting Goes Awry

 Hi folks,

Here we are, welcoming March with open arms and green landscapes. Daffodils are blooming, and the leprechauns are certainly having a laugh at my expense because this week has been a crafting catastrophe! From missing crochet stitches to smudgy stamping, nothing is going to plan. Here's hoping next week will be better.

Let's talk about my latest card: I decided to use a Gorjuss stamp (Rainbow Heaven) from Santoro. I stamped it with Memento ink and colored it with Promarkers. All the embellishments are highlighted with glitter and glossy accents, hoping to add a bit of sparkle to my otherwise dreary week.


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But, let's be honest here, the Gorjuss stamps and I are going through a bit of a breakup. Remember when they first hit the scene? It was like crafting Christmas! But now, with enough stamps to fill a leprechaun's pot, I'm just not feeling the spark. So, I've bagged up all the wee ones, and they're headed to the charity shop, where someone else can fall head over heels for them. May they bring joy and glitter to their new home!

Onto a few challenges:

And now, to lighten the mood, here's a little Irish joke for you:

Why did the leprechaun go outside? 
To sit on his paddy-o!

Sláinte!
Wendy R.

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Wednesday, 19 February 2025

Layered Embellishments on the Fast Track

Greetings! Broadcasting straight from the realm of eat, sleep, work, repeat. Yes, I'm back on the dayshift treadmill, so brace yourself for a quickie!

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Today's card is as "simple" as it gets — if by "simple" you mean an extravaganza of layered embellishments meticulously cut with a Silhouette Cameo. We're talking about cardstock that’s been lounging around since 2018, finally getting its moment in the spotlight. The digital SVG cut files hail from Lettering Delight, all perched atop white embossed cardstock. Those embossed scribbles are so faint, they're practically playing hide and seek with the camera’s flash. Who knew crafting could be this cheeky?

The embellishments are stacked with foam pads for that blockbuster 3D effect — without those ridiculous glasses. The vintage cassette die cut is a nod to us Generation Xers, who still remember the joy of rewinding tapes with a pencil. The 'rock' is bedazzled with red glitter, the undeniable diva of the card, while 'you' gets the royal treatment with Ranger's Glossy Accents. Because, let's face it, nothing says "you rock" like a glossy finish worthy of a superstar.


Onto a few challenges so:

And there you have it....  But before I dash off to my next eat-sleep-work cycle, let me leave you with a little chuckle: Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything.

Sláinte!
Wendy R.
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Tuesday, 18 February 2025

Éirinn Go Brágh

 Ah, Éirinn Go Brágh! That's "Ireland Forever" in the language of leprechauns and Guinness lovers. I spent the morning crocheting a little "seamróg" (shamrock) garland in five shades of 'green'. Why? Because the grand month of Irishness is upon us, and if you're not decked out in green, are you even Irish ...celebrating?

Speaking of celebrations, let me introduce you to  the "Shamrock n Roll" digital stamp from Power Poppy. I colored it with Promarkers, mounted it with foam pads for that extra oomph, and went to town with Ranger Glossy Accents and flatback gems. To add a bit of texture, I grabbed my trusty scoreboard and etched some lines into the card. The result? A card that's so Irish, it practically sings "Danny Boy" when you open it.

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A few challenges I'm entering:


But, of course, crafts project needs a funny note to end on. So here's a classic Irish joke for you:

Why don't you iron four-leaf clovers?

Because you don’t want to press your luck!

Sláinte!
Wendy R.



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Monday, 17 February 2025

Birthdays, Banter, and Golden Girls Galore

I've got a few birthdays on the horizon, but there's one in particular that stands out. My dear friend, who I'd describe as a modern-day Sofia—except with a tongue loosened by a bit of Irish charm—is about to get a year older. 

Let's start with the card. I went for something clean and simple, with a digital from CNWDesignCo. I tweaked the sentiment to suit our mutual love for those iconic ladies. If you're as fond of The Golden Girls as we are, you'll recognise the font (Monotype Corsiva) from the show's title card—because why not go full Blanche and embrace the fabulousness?

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The card's been coloured with Promarkers and embellished with two red glitter hearts. Now, onto the inside. I was thinking of adding an insert that would make any fan of the show chuckle: "Happy Birthday! One year closer to Shady Pines!." If you know, you know. And if you don't—well, you need to binge-watch the series, pronto.

A few challenges:

Here's to a birthday celebration full of laughter, love, and a little bit of mischief—just like our favourite Golden Girls would have wanted. So raise a glass (or a slice of cheesecake) and join me in wishing my friend a birthday as fabulous as Dorothy's sarcasm and Sofia's stories combined.

Sláinte!
Wendy R. 
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Crafty Craic: A Whimsical Card Adventure

Hey there, folks! So, I recently decided to dive into my craft stash for a thorough sort-out, and what an adventure it turned out to be! I unearthed some acetate sheets that took me on a trip down memory lane, back to the days of transparencies and those ancient overhead projectors. Remember those? They were like the PowerPoint of the Stone Age!

Now, onto the card itself! This wee card features a whimsical tree die cut from the Silhouette Design Store. Sure, it's March, but who says Christmas trees can't make an appearance? I cut it from textured cardstock and bedazzled it with flatback gems that twinkle almost as bright as my neighbour's garden lights in July. The tree is perched on clear acetate that’s been embossed for a wee bit of pizzazz, and I went all-out, embossing the top and bottom of the card too.

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The sentiment is from Lawn Fawn's "Scribbled Sentiments: Winter" and stamped with StazOn ink for a finish so crisp it could practically cut glass. And, because I live by the motto "more glitter, more better," I spruced up the heart with extra fine red glitter. If I’m not finding glitter in random places for the next month, did I even craft?

Now, this card is ready to strut its stuff in a few crafting challenges, spreading joy like confetti at a parade:

Sláinte!
Wendy R. 
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Saturday, 15 February 2025

The Birthday Card Crunch

 Ah, the wonders of parenting — where last-minute surprises are as common as mismatched socks. My little fella casually drops the news about a football party at the local Astro pitch... tomorrow. Of course, the invitation was buried at the bottom of his schoolbag.

So, off I go, racing to my craft stash. I find a football die cut, some ancient gold glitter card, baker's twine, and a stamped sentiment. The result? A quick and simple birthday card, embellished with enamel drops and a dash of parental panic.

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And just as I'm feeling like a crafting champion, my wee one says, "Mam, the party's next Sunday."... Well, at least I'm ahead of the game for once! 

Sure we may as well enter a few challenges so:

Until the next adventure, folks!

Wendy R. x

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Thrilled to Be a New DT Member of Ally's Angels!

 Oooooooooh, I have some big news (and no, it’s not that I finally figured out how to use my glue gun without sealing my fingers together). I’m absolutely over the moon to announce that I’m the newest DT  member for Ally’s Angels! If you haven’t checked out their blog yet, do yourself a favour and click here. Go on, I’ll wait.

Ally’s Angels is all about gorgeous creations and a whole lot of crafty inspiration. The DT members are like the Avengers of craftiness - each one brings their own superpower to the table. And now, I’m joining their ranks! (Cue dramatic music and slow-motion hair flip.)

The Anything Goes challenges are absolutely awesome. They’re like a creative boot camp, but with less sweating and more glitter. I’m beyond excited to draw inspiration not only from the ridiculously talented DT members but also from everyone who participates in the challenges. Seriously, you guys are the real MVPs.

Now, let’s talk about my first card as a DT member. Drumroll, please… 🥁

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I decided to go with a Birdie Brown robot because, let’s face it, robots are cool. (And if you disagree, well, I’m sorry, but you’re wrong.) I coloured the little guy with my trusty Promarkers, because nothing says “I’m a professional” like accidentally colouring outside the lines and pretending it was intentional. Then, I jazzed him up with Ranger’s Glossy Accents and glitter, because if it doesn’t sparkle, does it even count as crafting?

The never-been-used sentiment is from the Nuts & Bolts Cling Stamp Set by Stampin’ Up (RIP,  retired set—you will be missed). I layered everything onto cardstock and raised it with foam pads because, hey, dimension is the spice of life. The striped background was stamped with Stazon Ink, which is basically the Chuck Norris of inks—it doesn’t mess around.

Challenges I'm entering:

I left the inside of the card blank because, let’s be real, I’m indecisive. It could be a love card, a thank-you card, or even a “Sorry I forgot your birthday until Facebook reminded me” card. Versatility is key, people.

So, there you have it—my first DT card! I’m so excited to be part of this amazing team and can’t wait to see what everyone creates. And remember, if you ever feel like your crafting isn’t good enough, just add more glitter. Glitter fixes everything.

Until next time, keep calm and craft on! (And if you see me covered in glue and glitter, just pretend it’s a fashion statement.)

XOXO, Wendy R. 

Your Newest DT Member 💖

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Monday, 10 February 2025

You’re My One and Only (No Gnomes About It!)

Alright, let’s get one thing straight: if you’re reading this, you’re either the legendary nurse I’m talking about, or you’re just here for the laughs. Either way, welcome! Today’s blog post is a love letter (sort of) to my partner-in-crime, my fellow nursing school survivor, and the person who’s stuck with me whether she likes it or not. Spoiler: she doesn’t have a choice.

So, let’s set the scene. I sat down to make a card for this absolute gem of a human being. You know the type—assertive, wickedly fun, and the kind of nurse who can run a unit with her eyes closed while simultaneously making you laugh so hard you forget why you’re even there. She’s one of the bestest of the bestest (yes, that’s a technical term), and I knew this card had to be just as epic as she is.

Originally, I was going to go with “You’re My No. 1 Gnomie” because, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a good gnome pun? But then I thought, nah, she’s not just a gnome—she’s the gnome. The one and only. 

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Here’s how the card came together:
Stamp & Sentiment: Clearly Besotted 
Colouring: Promarkers
Embellishments: A background rectangle die-cut (fancy, right?), a silver glitter card heart (because she’s a glittery kind of person), and Ranger’s Glossy Accents (for that chef’s kiss level of shine).
Layering: Foam pads, because if it’s not 3D, is it even a card?

A few challenges:  

Now, let’s end this on a funny note, shall we? Because if there’s one thing I’ve learned from our time together, it’s that laughter is the best medicine (unless you’re in A&E, in which case, maybe just stick to the actual medicine). So, here’s to my one and only: thank you for putting up with me, for being the kind of nurse who makes people feel like they’re in the best hands, and for being the kind of friend who makes me laugh until I cry (or until I pee a little—nursing school flashbacks, am I right?).

You’re stuck with me, doll. No gnomes about it.
Love,
Your No. 1 Gnomie (Okay, fine, your one and only).

P.S. If you ever leave nursing, I’m coming with you. Just saying.
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