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… 🥁

click on pic for a better view;)

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:

• Creatieve Inspirations: love in the air
• Crafty Calender:  february challenge 
• The paper Shelter:  add a hearth
• 2 Sisters On The Blog: #94 men
• Stamping Sensation: Valentines 
• Double D:  hearts 
• Pearly Sparkles: Love
• Simply Clean and Simple Challenge - Feb. '25 Anything Goes/Love and/or Hearts.
• Try it on Tuesday Challenge - Romance
• NBUS Challenge - #71 Never Before Used Schtuff.
• Time Out Challenges: #282 Photo challenge 
• We Love Stamping-February - CAS/Anything goes
• Cupcake Inspirations - #611 - Red, Black & White colour challenge

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 💖

Best Fishes!

Ah, the glamorous life of night shifts. Two weeks of living like an owl, surviving on caffeine and the occasional existential crisis. But now, I’m back in the land of the living—or at least trying to be. To celebrate my return to daylight (and to avoid face-planting into my cereal), I decided to stay awake as long as humanly possible. And what better way to do that than by crafting?

My trusty Silhouette Cameo—older than my sense of responsibility—handled the die-cutting like a champ... It’s like the Nokia 3310 of die-cutting machines—indestructible, slightly outdated, and weirdly endearing.The die cut fishes are coloured with Promarkers, and raised on foam pads for that extra oomph.  Added a few flatback gems too. The sentiment comes from Lawn Fawn’s Fintastic Friends stamp set, which is basically a goldmine for anyone who loves a good fish pun. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t? The cardstock’s been sitting in my press (cupboard, for non-Irish folks) for ages, gathering dust and guilt-tripping me every time I opened the door. And no, there’s no glitter. I know, I know—shocking. But sometimes, you just have to let the glossy accents ( and flatback dewdrop embellishments) do the talking.

I’m entering this card into a few challenges:

Cardz 4 Guyz: #365 Clean and Simple
MTTC #552: Masculine
Crafty Cats: #686: ATG - Blue and green
The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog: #315 January - Anyting goes (optional: Birthdays)

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge: Anything goes (featuring Spellbinders)

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge: Bright and Cheerful 

Ally's Angels #90: Anything Goes

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to nap for approximately three business days :) 

Cheers! 

Wendy R. 

Crafting By Designs - Anything Goes

Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.

The theme this week is

 "Anything Goes".

The Sponsors for this challenge is:

MHK Designs:

  

The digital stamp is from MHK Designs, coloured with Promarkers.

I used the Eclipse technique with a Winnie & Walter "Hi" die.

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Wendy

Cardz 4 Galz - Let's Go Digital

Hi Peeps

Time for another Cardz 4 Galz challenge day!
Thank you to everyone who plays along each fortnight :)
Onto this fortnight's challenge. Challenge # 83 is Let's Go Digital.

Here is my DT card:

Digital polka dot paper is from The Beautiful Studio.
Digi stamp used is - Mo's Digital Pencil: Make a wish.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with gems, sequins & clear glitter



Hope to see your creations in the card gallery and Thank You for stopping by!

Whale Of A Day

Hi Peeps

My card today:

Papers and all from Pink Petticoat/ The Lovely Studio - Big Fella kit.
Coloured with Promarkers
Embellished with clear glitter, card candy, ribbon and pom pom trim.

Onto a few challenges:
Cardz 4 Guyz #203 - All at the sea
Always Happy Birthday - September - Birthday
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper - September - Anything Goes with Patterned Paper
Creative Craft Cottage Challenges #111 - Ribbon and/or Lace
Daisy Chain Challenges #23 - Birthday
Craft Rocket Challenges  #52 Sept - Boys/Men

Thank You for stopping by!

Teenage Kicks

Hi Peeps
So my teen decided to tell my this morning he has a party this evening and he needs money and a card.. pfffft typical innit?! ;)
So here is one of those quick creations:

Stamp used is Teenage Kicks from Visible Image Stamps.
Stamped with Memento London Fog ink.
Embellished with 3d enamel gloss.

Onto a few challenges:
Watercooler Wednesday Challenges #183 - Masculine
Seize The Birthday - Birthday + Option Of Anything Goes
The Male Room #92 - Wild and Free
The Crafty Addicts #51 - Anything Goes/Boys and Men


Thank You for stopping by!

Chirpy Chirp Chirp

Hi Peeps
A quick card this mornin'

Image is from the Technique Tuesday Chickadees set.
Sentiment is from the Chirpy Chirp Chirp Lawn Fawn stamp set.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with clear glitter.

Onto a few challenges:
2 Crafty Critter Crazies #17 - Anything Goes with a Critter
I love Promarkers #363 - Anything Goes
Creative Moments - Always Anything Goes
Little Red Wagon #459 - Wild Animals
Color My Heart:


Thank You for stopping by!

Cardz 4 Galz - Floral Fence

Hi Peeps

Time for another Cardz 4 Galz challenge day!
Thank you to everyone who plays along each fortnight :)
Onto this fortnight's challenge. Challenge # 78 is Dies or Punches.

Here is my DT card:

The die cuts are mounted with 3d foam pads to add dimension to the card.
Unbranded stamp set from Aliexpress.
Embellished with liquid pearls.
Easy Peasy :)

Challenges:
Aud Sentiments Challenge #210 Anything Goes + A Sentiment
Moving along with the Times #78 Texture
TIME OUT Challenges #116 Be Bright
Inspire.Create.Challenges #24 - Floral
Moo-Mania & More #171 - Summertime


Hope to see your creations in the card gallery and Thank You for stopping by!
Wendy xxx

Relax...

Hi Peeps
Card today features a diecut from the Silhouette store.
Layered for a 3d effect..

This is one of those "accidental "cards... thanks to a blunt silhouette blade and paper ripping when cutting curls ;)

Onto a few challenges:
Seize The Birthday - Birthday + Option Of Water
Cardz 4 Guyz #200 - Relax
Kreativ- Tanten Challenge #20 - Summer
Country View Challenges - August - Sun, sea & sand
Moving along with the Times #77 - For The Boys

Thank You for stopping by!

Fifi Cupcake

Hi Peeps
My card today features the sweet little Fifi Cupcake from Crafty Sentiments Designs.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with a banner diecut, clear gloss, glitter & gems.
Mounted on an embossed background.

Onto a few challenges:
Creative Knockouts #257 For The Kids
Aud Sentiments Challenge #209 For The Girls + A Sentiment 
The Creative Crafters #6 - Anything Goes 
Crafty Sentiments Designs Challenge Blog - Anything Goes

Thank You for stopping by!

Wendy xx

Crafting By Designs - Anything goes

Hi Peeps

Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.The theme this week is "Anything Goes".

There are four Sponsors for this challenge is:

 Eureka Stamps  

Prize - winner choice of 3 digi images

 Polkadoodles       
Prize - winner choice of 3 digi stamps

 Di's Digi's
Prize - $12 voucher to store

Here is my card:

Image is from Di's Digi's - Cute as cupcake mice.

Coloured with Promarkers.

Embellished with 3d enamel and a stamped sentiment.

Challenges I'm entering:
Creates and Makes #23 - Anything Goes
Digi Choosday Challenge #31 - Anything Goes
Di's Digi Challenge - Use your stash
Passion For Promarkers Challenge #455 - Spots and/or Stripes

and my second creations:

Ruby Sweet from Polkadoodles is coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with a word die cut, glitter, ribbon and clear gems.

Challenges I'm entering:
Polkadoodles Crafting - Week 30 - Anything goes
Crafting from the Heart #216 Anything goes
Digi Choosday Challenge #31 - Anything Goes
Make My Monday #76 Coloured Image

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Food or Drink - Cardz 4 Galz

Hi Peeps

Time for another Cardz 4 Galz challenge day!
Thank you to everyone who plays along each fortnight :)
Onto this fortnight's challenge. Challenge # 76 is Food and / or Drink.

Here is my DT card:

The stamps used are from the Mixed Drinks stamp set by Stampin Up.
Embellished with 3d enamel, a "Cheers" die cut and 3d enamel.

Challenges:
Addicted to Stamps and More #301 - Anything Goes
Craftaholics R Us #29 - Anything Goes
Through The Craft Room Door - Always Anything Goes 
Card Mania #106 - Anything Goes
The Creative Crafters #6 - Anything Goes 

Hope to see your creations in the card gallery and Thank You for stopping by!

Crafting By Designs - Anything Goes

Hi Peeps

I'm the host this week and it is time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.
The theme this week is "Anything Goes".

Sponsor for this challenge is:

Sasayaki Glitter  

Prize - 1 non-colored image

Here is my card:

Image is from Sasayaki Glitter - Dino Girl.

Coloured with Promarkers.

Embellished with enamel drops and clear gloss.

Challenges:
Passion For Promarkers Challenge  #453 - Vibrant Colors
Crazy for CAS #8 - Summer
Make My Monday #75 - Fantasy
Craftaholics R Us #29 - Anything Goes
Digi Choosday Challenge #29 - Anything Goes

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Crafting By Designs - Anything Goes

Hi Peeps

Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.The theme this week is "Anything Goes".

Sponsor for this challenge is:

Odd Ball Art Co by Lizzy Love  

Prize - winner choice of 3 digi images

Here is my card:

Image is from Odball Art - Kawaii Creepy Sweet "Sugar"

Coloured with Promarkers.

Embellished with 3d enamel and a glittered diecut.

Challenges:
Craftaholics R Us #28 - Turquoise
Watercooler Wednesday Challenges #178 - All Occasions
Digi Choosday Challenge #28 - Anything Goes
Passion For Promarkers Challenge #452 - Hip To Be Square
Oddball Art - July - Dots & Doodles
Make My Monday #75 - Fantasy

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

For a little Girl - Cardz 4 Galz

Hi Peeps

Time for another Cardz 4 Galz challenge day!
I'm the host this fortnight and challenge # 75 is For A Little Girl.

Here is my DT card:

"Angelina's Balloons" design is from Mo's Digital Pencil.

Coloured with Promarkers and embellished with clear glitter.

A few challenges:
4 Crafty Chicks #410 Birthday
Craft Rocket Challenges #50 Summer
Creative Knockouts #253 Birthday Wishes
Watercooler Wednesday Challenges #177 - Feminine

Hope to see your creations in the card gallery and Thank You for stopping by!

Crafting By Designs - Anything Goes

Hi Peeps

Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.The theme this week is "Anything Goes".We have two sponsors for this challenge:

The PaperShelter 

Prize - winner choice of 3 digi images

Prize - winner choice of 3 digi images


Here is my card:

Dig used is Smarty Bee from Scrap n' Dipity.

Coloured with Promarkers.

Embellished with clear gloss, sequins and a ribbon bow.

Challenges:
Paper Minutes #544 - Sequins
Try It On Tuesday  - Things With Wings
Crazy for CAS #8 - Summer
CASology -Week 307: Zoom
Crafter's Cafe #197 - Keep it Simple

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Make A Splash!

Hi Peeps
Card for today:

Stamp set: Beach Day by Neat & Tangled.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with clear gloss.

Onto a few challenges:
Sunny Day Crafting #26 - Any Animal
Kreativeinkauf-challenge #64 - The Beginning of Summer
Dragonfly Dreams - July - Summer
Animal Friends Challenge #64 - Water
Crafty Animals #16 - Always Anything Goes
Sweet Stampers #21 - Animals

Thank You for stopping by!

Butterfly ride

Hi Peeps
My card today features Butterfly ride - House-Mouse stamp.
Coloured with Promarkers.
The butterfly is decoupaged for a 3d effect.
Sentiment is a die cut cut from glitter card.

Onto a few challenges:
House-Mouse & Friends - HMFMC #268 Anything Goes / Birthdays
Crafty Animals #15 - Always Anything Goes
Creative With Stamps Challenge #27 - Cute Animals
Sweet Stampers #21 - Animals
Sisterhood of Crafters - Animals

Thank You for stopping by!

Hello Hedgie Hedgehog

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

MFT stamps, coloured with Promarkers.
Background embossed.
Embellished with liquid pearls and glossy accents.

A few challenges:
Crafty Animals #15 - Always Anything Goes
Creative With Stamps Challenge #27 - Cute Animals
Die Cut Divas - June - Animals or Pets
Sweet Stampers #21 - Animals
Sunny Day Crafting #25 - Any Animal
Always Fun Challenges - #63:


Thank You for stopping by!

Crafting By Designs - Floral

Hi Peeps
Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.
The theme this week is "Floral".

The sponsor this week is:

Fred She Said    

Prize - $10 gift certificate to store

Here is my card:

Dig used is Poppies - Fred She Said. Coloured with Promarkers.

Embellished with a gold glitter card circle frame.

The "Friend" die cut is layered 4 times for a 3d effect.

Challenges:
The Crafty Addicts #49 - Anything Goes/Optional flowers
Through The Craft Room Door - Always Anything Goes 
Tuesday Throwdown #397 - You Are On My Mind
Crafting from the Heart #211 Anything goes
Less Is More #373 - Friendship

Can’t wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx