The Great Stamp Escape – June Challenge!

Dia Daoibh!

Guess what? I've been let loose as a Guest Designer over at the AAA BIRTHDAY Card Challenges Blog—and let me tell you, the Design Team is seriously creative! If you're looking for birthday card inspiration that's fresher than a just-opened packet of biscuits, you're in the right place.

For Game #74 (June's challenge), the AAA Birthday Team is shaking things up with a NO STAMPING theme. That's right—it's time to put down the ink pads and break out your dies, stencils, and anything else that won't leave fingerprints on your forehead (we've all been there).

My card: I've used MFT's Stitched Blooms Die-namics and some Core'dinations cardstock, with a layered die-cut sentiment finished with Ranger Glossy Accents for that perfect shine. I've also added a few clear epoxy enamel drops—just because they're pretty!

On to a few challenges:

• Addicted to CAS #284 - Code Word: Floral
• Allsorts #824 - Anything Goes
• Cut It Up: No. 330 - Anything goes
• Cardz 4 Galz #251 - Floral 
• Sisterhood of Crafters 5/14/25 - Flowers

The AAA Birthday Team's creations are so gorgeous they'll make your crafty heart skip a beat—go take a peek and try not to swoon! Plus, this is your official excuse to finally use that "too pretty to cut" paper stash.

Sláinte,

Wendy R. x

Core Chaos & Crafty Apples

Dia Daoibh!

Well now, hasn’t it been some week? Between the whirlwind of emotions, sleep doing its usual disappearing act, and Autism taking the wheel while ADHD quietly sulks in the corner, let’s just say my kitchen presses got the full “Wendy Works” treatment. There's now a brand new streamlined system in place for when the dishwasher gets unloaded – colour-coded, shelf-aligned, and possibly requiring a user manual. But hey, the mugs are happy.

I’ve also switched over to night shifts for a while – figured since sleep had clocked out, I might as well clock in. Four nights back-to-back… so I’ll be off to bed shortly. Just don’t ask if I’ve remembered how to human during daylight hours.

Now, onto something far juicier – my card!  I whipped up a wee number featuring some dinky die-cut apples that I “borrowed” (read: plundered with no shame) from the stash. They're perched on foam pads for that bouncy 3D pop – just the thing to make it look like the apples are actually trying to escape. Can’t say I blame them. Especially after reading the sentiment… let’s just say it hits a bit too close to home. Definitely one for the ‘laugh or cry’ drawer! Oh, and I embellished the wee hearts with some irridecent glitter.

Onto a few challenges:

Sisterhood of the Snarky Stampers #262 - R is for Rude

Carlin’s Challenge #82 – Yummy, that’s tasty

Farmquest General Store Challenge #28 Anything goes and/or country theme goes

Allsorts #824 Anything Goes

Simply Clean and Simple - May 2025 - Clean and simple (optional: flowers) 

Fab n' Funky - 2W, #617 - Add a Sentiment 

CAS Colours & Sketches #560 - Sketch: 

Right, I’ve one more post to share before I shuffle off to bed for the night shift ;)

Sláinte,

Wendy R. 🍎

A Card for Ms D

 Dia Daoibh!

I'm back with another card for you! This time, it's all about the joy of reading! A topic I feel qualified to tackle, mostly because I own a lot of books... that I haven't read yet. Fun Fact: May I also mention that I own every single Jamie Oliver recipe book and have only ever cooked one recipe (from the Nintendo DS game, mind you!) 🙈

Today's card showcases some incredible art by Rina Rudny! I colored it using my go-to Promarkers and layered it on an embossed background with a distressed edge (apologies for the snapshot barely picking it up due to the bright white card). To finish it off, I added some die-cut embellishments, enamel dots, and even a few staples. Let's just say my budget and my craft supplies aren't exactly on speaking terms right now.

This card is for a gorgeous friend who was kind enough to lend me a book to read. Oh, be the hokey, it was a heartbreaker  (yet truly inspiring) from a child-now-adult perspective! A real must-read! The book is called "A Time for Truth" by Sarah Corbett Lynch. Thank you, Ms. D! I'll be popping the book and the card in the post shortly -  Hopefully, it will make her smile!

Onto a few challenges:

• First Cup Challenges #1 April: - Anything Drink related prjects
•  Cardz 4 Galz #247 Stripes
• A Cut Above - Apr - Anything Goes
• Aud Sentiments Blog Challenge #324 - Embossing (wet or dry) and/or Flowers + a Sentiment 
• Stamps & Fun = Creativity #473 - Words
• Crafty Calendar - April - Feminine
• Word Power - April -  Anything Goes with Words as Focus

Right so, that's my card! I think it is as lovely as a summer's day in County Clare! 

Sláinte!

Wendy R. x

Love, Dragons, and a Hint of Glitter: A Valentine's Adventure

Valentine's Day is upon us, and the world has turned pink and red — even the dragons at the Game of Thrones experience in Northern Ireland would feel right at home! In the spirit of this love-filled season, I've crafted a Valentine's card using the "Dragon Love" stamp and die set from Avery Elle (hoarding this beauty since forever). I colored the dragon and hearts with Promarkers — because even dragons need a makeover sometimes. If you're curious, you can find my Promarker recipes linked at the top of my blog. Who knew coloring could be so deliciously fun?  ... The "xoxo" die-cut is layered and glittered to perfection, and the wee hearts are highlighted with Ranger glossy accents for an extra touch of magic.

A special shoutout to the talented designers of the CAS on Friday blog who inspire us with their beautiful work. Your creativity is as boundless as a dragon's wingspan, and your designs bring our paper fantasies to life. The current challenge is 'Valentine', so make sure to get your creations liked! 

As I wander past shops bursting with heart-shaped everything, I can't help but giggle at the Easter eggs already on display. Added calories and it's not even April yet! Guess we're getting a head start on the holiday indulgence.

Card challenges I'm enteringing:

• Cardz 4 Guyz: #365 Clean and Simple
• Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge: Bright and Cheerful 
• Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge: Love is in the air
• Double D Challenges-Hearts
• Allsorts-Challenge 816-Romance
• Let's Craft and Create-Challenge #216 - AG + Red, Pink and/or White
• A Cut Above-February-Anything goes
• NBUS Challenge #71

Whether you're spending Valentine's Day with someone special or just enjoying your own fabulous company, remember to spread love and glitter like confetti — because why not leave a little sparkle in your wake?.

May your day be filled with love, laughter, and just the right amount of chocolate (or dragon fire, if that's your thing). 

xoxo

Wendy R.

Crafting Capers: A Glittery Tale

 Hello folks! Let's dive into the whimsical world of card crafting, where even mishaps can lead to masterpieces.

I set out on a serene afternoon with die-cuts of lavender stems, a charming little frame made with nesting square dies, and a "Thanks" word metal die. The brand? Oh, who remembers! Everything was going splendidly until I had a minor catastrophe with the Ranger Gloss.

In a move worthy of a slapstick comedy, I accidentally tipped the gloss over, leaving smudges everywhere. But fear not! Enter ultra-fine iridescent glitter, my crafty savior. A sprinkle here, a dash there, and suddenly those smudges transformed into glittery trails of accidental glamour.

Oh, and apologies for the quality of the photo—I've just snagged a lightbox for under €20 on Amazon, so better photos are on the horizon!

With my card now sparkling in all the right places, I'm gearing up to enter it into a few crafting challenges. Who knew a little glitter could turn disaster into dazzle?

CAS on Friday: Challenge #301 - Flowers

Cardz4galz: #242 Anything BUT Square

Daisy Chain Challenges: Challenge #92 - No Design Paper

Beautiful Blossoms - anything floral + option mood board

Pammie's Inky Pinkies - anything goes

Fab 'n' Funky - all things bright and beautiful

So, remember, fellow crafters: when life gives you smudges, just add glitter and call it art. Keep crafting, keep laughing, and may your creations always shine bright!

Until next time, happy crafting!

Wendy R.

Cardz 4 Galz - Pumpkins

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 # 84 is Pumpkins.

Here is my DT card:

Image stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black. 
Stamp used is - Stamping Bella: The Littles Pumpkin Friends.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with gems, sequins & liquid pearls


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

Cardz 4 Galz - Glittered adhesive tape

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 # 81 is What's New. 
Showcase your newest technique.

Here is my DT card:

I tried the "glittered adhesive tape" technique.
I love looove loooooove it!!
Die used is from Winnie & Walter.
Embellished with clear gems.

Here's a video demonstrating the technique:





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

Wendy xxx

Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun!

Hi Peeps

My Halloween card for today:

Background paper is from Pink Petticoat / The Lovely Studio.
Ghost die cuts are die cuts from Memory Box.
Sentiment is stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.
Border punch used is a Martha Stewart punch - Drippy Goo.

Onto a few challenges:
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge
Through the Craft Room Door - Week Sept 4 - ATG
Love to Craft #26 - ATG
Crafter's Cafe #203 - 3 of something

Thank You for stopping by!

What's The Buzz?

Hi Peeps
Card today:

Die cuts are all from the Silhouette store
Sequins are from the local craft shop.
Papers used are from 24/seven - Simple Stories collection.
Sentiment stamps - Hero Arts Happy Stamp & Cut set.

Onto a few challenges:
Cardz 4 Guyz #202 - Bugs
C.R.A.F.T. #481 - Shaker Card
Craft Rocket Challenges #52 Sept - Boys/Men
Crafter's Cafe #203 - 3 of something
Sweet Stampers #23 - Summer

Thank You for stopping by!

Reach For The Sky

Hi Peeps

My card today is a quick and easy one :)
Air Balloon die used is unbranded from Aliexpress.

Onto a few challenges:
Cute Card Thursday #546 - Anything Goes
Crafty Gals Corner #173 - Anything Goes
Color My Heart Color Dare:

Thank You for stopping by!

Thank you Teacher

Hi Peeps
Card today:

Die cuts are all from the Silhouette Store, cut with the Silhouette Cameo.
Embellished with 3d enamel drops.
Backing papers are from Pop - Print on Papers. 

Onto a few challenges:
Hiding in my Craft Room #366 - Use Die Cuts
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - W, 5E - Back to school
Make My Monday #78 - Back to school
Tinker- Dream #68 - Back to School/Work


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

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!

Summer Sunny Days - 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 # 74 is Summer Sunny Days.

Here is my DT card:

The sun is cut from gold glitter card.
Embellished with sequins and 3d enamel.

A few challenges:
Aud Sentiments Challenge #206 Anything Goes + A Sentiment
Kreativeinkauf-challenge #64 - The Beginning of Summer
TIME OUT Challenges #112 - Warm
Dies R Us Challenge #99 - Summertime Fun
The Creative Crafters #5 - Anything Goes 
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge - Always Anything Goes 

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

Crafting By Designs - For the Boys

Hi Peeps

Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.The theme this week is "For the Boys".The sponsor this week is:
Ike's Art

 

 Here is my card:

The digi used is “Vintage Car” - Ike's Art. Coloured with Promarkers.

“Happy” die cut is cut with a Winnie & Walter die.

Challenges:
Watercooler Wednesday Challenges  #172 - Anything Goes
Dream Valley Challenges #180 - For a Man / Boy
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Masculine
Crafty Friends Challenge #84 - Letter B is for birthday
CAS on Friday #133 - Birthday

Cant wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Vroom Vroom

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

I imported a free SVG car silhouette to the Silhouette Cameo, welded it to a square and voila! :)
Backing paper is embossed. Card is embellished with a layered sentiment die cut and a banner die cut.

Onto a few challenges so:
Brown Sugar #78 - Masculine or Father's Day
4 Crafty Chicks #404 - Masculine Birthday
C.R.A.F.T. #469 - Father's Day/Male
Scribbles Designs Challenge #65 - Make it Masculine
Crafty Friends #84 - B is for ... Birthday
Alphabet Challenge -   E = Ebony

Thank You for stopping by!

Crafting By Designs - Get ready for Christmas

Hi Peeps
Time for another challenge at Crafting By Designs.
The theme this week is "Get ready for Christmas ".
The sponsor this week is:

 All Dressed Up Stamps  

Prize - winner's choice of 2 digi stamps

Here's my card:

The digi used is “Little Star”. Coloured with Promarkers.

Layered on a polka dot embossed background and silver glitter card.

Embellished with glitter card, liquid pearls & a satin ribbon bow.

Challenges I'm entering:
Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas #387 - Use some silver
The Holly and Ivy Christmas Challenge #29 - Anything Christmas goes
Jingle Belles - must be Christmas - Ribbon rendezvous
A Snowflakes Promise #51 - Anything goes
Christmas Crafts All Year Round - April - Anything goes
I ♥ ProMarkers  #359 - Anything goes

Cant wait to see you in the card gallery and be sure to check out my teamies awesome creations :)

Thank You for stopping by xx

Flutterby

Hi Peeps
My CAS card for today:

Martha Stewart Butterfly stamp and coloured with Promarkers.
I curled the wings and attached it to the card with clear silicone for a 3d effect.
Embellished with Ranger's clear gloss.

Onto a few challenges:
4 Crafty Chicks #400 Less Is More
Use Your Stuff #310 Anything goes
Get Creative Challenges #68 No pattern paper
Papercraft Challenges #10 - Clean and Simple 
CAS(E) This Sketch #269:


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Cardz 4 Galz - April Showers

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 # 70 is April Showers.
Here is my card:

Die cuts are layered for a 3d effect.
Embellished with clear mini skittles.

Some challenges:
Inspiration Destination - Always Anything Goes
Retarte #120 - Anything Goes
Tuesday Throwdown #389 - Anything Goes
Sparkles Forum Challenges #103 - The Weather
Dragonfly Journeys #116 - April Showers Bring May Flowers

Thank You for stopping by!

Dream BIG

Hi Peeps
This card is another one for the CAS stash
I haven't used this stamp in aaaaages.. It is an unbranded stamp I bought a few years ago.

Stamped with Memento Tuxedo black ink.
The die cuts are layered to add dimension to the card.
Embellished with Gems.

Onto a few challenges so:
Less is More #369 - Bring something back ( The sentiment stamp)
CAS On Friday #131 - Black, White & Pink
heARTful Stamping Challenge -  APR 22 - 29 -Anything Goes + a Stamp
AAA Cards #113 - Perfect Day (to sit and dream all day ;)



Thank You for stopping by!