Glitter Bunnies

Dia Daoibh!

Well, crafty friends, I’ve been at it again— trying to transform humble cardstock into something that shimmers with festive cheer! 

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First, let’s take a moment to appreciate the Lovely Studio/ Pink Petticoat backing papers—absolutely divine, though sadly no longer with us. (Cue dramatic sigh.) I’ve been guarding these like a dragon with a particularly pretty hoard, and Easter felt like the perfect time to let them shine.

Next up, my wee rabbits—a self-designed SVG cut with my trusty (and slightly vintage) Silhouette Cameo. It’s seen better days, but like a determined little trooper, it still delivers! These bouncy fellows were crafted from iridescent white glitter cardstock because, let’s face it, Easter should always have a bit of sparkle.

The "Easter Blessings" sentiment got the Ranger’s Glossy Accents treatment—transforming it from "nice" to "Ooh, shiny!" in seconds. (No regrets. Zero.)

Onto  a few challenges:

• Cardz 4 Galz #246 Springtime
• A Cut Above - Die Cut Challenge Blog  ( Must Use at least one die cut using a machine, not a pre-fabricated) - Mar - Anything Goes
• Allsorts #819 Feminine  or Anything Goes 
• Polkadoodles #4 - Anything Goes
• Creative Fingers #297 Anything Goes
• Creative Knockouts #543  Spring Is In The Air
• Dream Valley Challenges #333 - Any Celebration
• Inspiration Station #71 - Inspiration Photo: 

So here we are: a card that’s equal parts whimsy and wonder, with bunnies that practically glow. Wishing you an Easter filled with joy, chocolate, and just the right amount of crafty chaos!

Sláinte!

Wendy R. x

Shamrocks, Spring, and St. Patrick's Cheer

Dia Daoibh!

Spring is gently stepping into the scene, bringing with it the refreshing promise of blooming flowers and the warmth we've all been craving. But the real excitement lies just four days ahead when everything turns a glorious shade of green. And no, I don't just mean the daring hair choices some folks make! It's that time of year when leprechauns mysteriously appear in all sorts of odd places, and pints of Guinness seem to reproduce faster than you can say "Sláinte!" If you've never witnessed a leprechaun trying to order a round at the local pub, you're truly missing out on one of life's great spectacles.

So, onto one of my last St. Patrick's Day cards that's set to be mailed today. Sadly, there are no pints enclosed—just a lottery ticket. I'm convinced the lottery machines are on the fritz because my numbers never line up. Honestly, I might have a better shot at finding that elusive pot of gold at the end of the rainbow than winning the lottery! Maybe I should consult a leprechaun for some insider tips.

Today's card is adorned with the 'Bit O Luck' by the the late Faith Skrdla (From The Heart Stamps). Coloured with Promarkers and mounted with foam tape for that extra bit of dimension. Embellishments include gold thread and glitter. The background is dry embossed, and it reminds me of Irish lace, a beautiful craft slowly fading into history. But rest assured, as long as I have my trusty craft supplies, the spirit of Irish lace will live on!

Onto a few challenges:

• Simon Says Stamps: A Bit of Green
• Sisterhood of Crafters: Shades of Green
• Aud Sentiments Blog Challenge   #323 - Glitter & Bling or St. Patrick's/Green + a Sentiment 
• Paper Craft Crew PCC612: Theme: St. Patricks Day

Thanks for joining me on this whimsical journey toward St. Patrick's Day. May your days be filled with laughter, your pints be ever-flowing, and your lottery tickets luckier than mine!

And before you go, indulge in a tune with a touch of Irish charm. Listen here.

Sláinte!

Wendy R. x.

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

Crafting by Designs DT

Hi Peeps
I have some exciting news today!

Ooooooh, I'm so excited!!
I am now a proud DT member of Crafting by Designs.

Wooohooooo!
Please take time to check out the gorgeous creations over on the blog.

Mel is the host for the special challenge this week.This week's theme is 
Mother's Day.

MHK Designs is the sponsor this week. Such gorgeous digi's!

 

Here is my card:

I used the Tulip of Thanks digi and coloured it with Promarkers.
Embellished with a die cut, a brush of a Spectrum Noir glimmer pen, 3d gloss and some enamel drops.

Onto a few challenges:
Use Your Stuff #310 Anything goes
Always Fun Challenges #56 For a female / Mom
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge  - Always Anything Goes 
Paru's Card Making Challenge - May - Mother's Day
Passion For Promarkers Challenge - must use promarkers - #443:



Can't wait to see you in the card gallery and Thank You for stopping by!

Hop into Spring

Hi Peeps

Super quick and easy cards.
Stamps are coloured with Promarkers and embellished with ribbon bows.

Onto a few challenges:
Simon Says Wednesday - Anything Goes
Always Fun Challenges #51 Easter
Crafty Cardmakers #208  Bunnies, chicks or eggs
Make My Monday #67 Easter
Cutie Pie Challenge #121 Spring cuties

Thank You for stopping by!

Daffodils

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

I partially cut the dies on a rectangle.
Embellished with clear glitter and enamel drops.

Onto a few challenges:
Incy Wincy Designs - Clean & Simple
Dragonfly Dreams - February - Flowers
Crafting-With-Friends #60 - Anything Goes
A Perfect Time To Craft #2 - Always Anything Goes
CAS(E) this Sketch #257:

 Thank You for stopping by!

Sleeping with Strawberries

Hi Peeps
My card today:

House Mouse - Sleeping with strawberries.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Edge punch - Martha Stewart Doily Lace.

Okidoki, a few challenges:
House Mouse Challenge #238 Food and/or Drink 
Crafting When We Can - Animals
2 Crafty Critter Crazies - Anything Goes with a Critter
Die Cut Divas - April - Birthdays
Dream Valley Challenges #153 Our 4-legged friends 

Thank You for stopping by!

Ladybug fairy

Hi Peeps
My card today featured a very cute Ladybug Fairy from Mo Mannings.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with washi tape, liquid pearls and ladybug accents.

Onto a few challenges:
Crafts and Me (M, P1, SIO) April - Things with Wings
Cardz 4 Galz - #44 Fairy Nice
Freshly Made Sketches - W, C3, use sketch and clean lines - #281 Sketch


Thank You for stopping by!

Spring Tilda

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

Rubber stamp - Tilda decorates Easter - Magnolia.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with liquid pearls and enamel drops.

A few challenges I'm entering:

Addicted to Stamps #144 Easter
Retarte #93 - Anything Goes
Magnolia- liscious Challenge Blog  - #6 Anything Goes
Midweek Magnolias #160 Anything Goes with Magnolia Image
Tuesday Morning Sketches - W - #395


Thank You for stopping by!

Jelly Bean Thief

Hi Peeps
My card today:

Cute image stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black - House Mouse "Jelly Bean Thief".
Sentiment stamp - Clearly Besotted.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished: Liquid Pearls, card candy, paper flowers and gems

Challenges I'm entering:
Fab 'n' Funky #343 - flowers
Creatalicious Challenges #111 Anything goes + pearls + gems
heARTful Stamping Challenge - Spring + Stamp
Ooh La La Creations #224 Spring is in the Air
House Mouse Challenge #237 Spring
Stamps & Fun = Creativity :


Thank You for stopping by!

Jelly Beans

Hi Peeps
It's Spring! Wooohooo!
Here's my card:

Stamp - Lawn Fawn "How You Bean?"
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with Liquid Pearls and enamel drops.

Okidoki, a few challenges:
Moo-Mania & More  - In Triplicate (3 banners)
Tuesday Throwdown #335 -  Add Dimension
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Layer it up
Colour Crazy Challenge No.11 - Anything Goes

Thank You for stopping by!

Magnolia

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

Stamp - Magnolia.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Sentiment - freebie stamp from craft magazine.
Embellished with mulberry paper flowers & gems.

A few challenges:
Midweek Magnolias #160 Anything Goes with Magnolia Image
Stampin' Royalty - Spring
Fab 'n' Funky #342 - Children

Thank You for stopping by!

Brighten My Day

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

The background is sponged with Memento London Fog & Little Birdie dot stencil.
Umbrella stamps are from Hero Arts and coloured with Promarkers. They are raised with 3d foam pads.

A few challenges:

4 Crafty Chicks #341 Spring Fever With Sponging

Southern Girls #155 Pop It Up With Foam

Through the Purple Haze #120 Anything Goes

CAS Colours & Sketches

Thank You for stopping by!

Tulip

Hi Peeps
My card for today:

Tulip is coloured with Promarkers and embellished with a Spectrum Noir glimmer pen.
Sentiment is from Hero Arts and stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black and London Fog.
Embellished with black glitter Stickles.

A few challenges:
Digi Choosday Challenge #10 - Anything Goes
Cards in Envy - Keep It Simple 
Great Impressions  - March - Spring 

CAS(E) this Sketch #211

Thank You for stopping by!

Lucky

Hi Peeps
Card for today features Paper Smooches - Magical Spring stamp set.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with enamel drops &  clear gloss.

Okidoki, a few challenges:
Sisterhood of the Snarky Stampers - G is for Green for Envy
Craftaholics R Us  - March - Shades of Green
Creatalicious Challenges #110- Anything Goes + Option: add lots of Green
Delicious Doodles Challenge - March - Add something green
Simply Create Too - March - Lots of Green
4 Crafty Chicks #340 Green
DL ART Thankful Thursday Challenge  #199 Green

Thank You for stopping by!

Hedgehog Hugs

Hi Peeps
Card for today :

Image from Gerda Steiner.
Coloured with Promarkers.
Embellished with twine.

Onto a few challenges:
Gerda Steiner Designs - Monthly Progressive challenge - Hedgehog Smooches
Brown Sugar –  No. 234 - Anything Goes
Crafting-With-Friends -  Anything Goes
Polkadoodles - No.3 - Anything Goes
Craft Rocket Challenges #31 Add A Bow

Thank You for stopping by!

Bunny & Violets

Hi Peeps
For some reason the camera is picking up the violet colour as blue. My apologies.
The Promarker recipe is:
Flowers: shale & violet
Bunny: warm grey 1,2,3,4 & 5 + blossom
Leafs: forest, bright, leaf & apple green.

My card for today:

Digi is from Angel's Landing - Nature Bunny & Violets
Coloured with Promarkers.
Sentiment a freebie from a magazine.
Embellished with 3d glossy accents.

Okidoki, a few challenges as well:

• Alphabet Challenge - V for Violet

• Brown Sugar – No. 232 - Anything Goes

• Creative Corner - Anything Goes

• Crafting-With-Friends - Anything Goes

Thank You for stopping by!

Beary Cute

Hi Peeps
Happy Tuesday!
 I hope you're having a great day, whatever you're doing! 
I am just spending a lazy day at home and then hope to light the fire now that the evenings are getting a little nippy!

Stitching on card is sew much fun :) lol
 (If it's not punny it's not funny!!!! Haha!!!)
The bear die-cuts I bought from Ebay many many moons ago (hoarding them ever since ;) and I've highlighted the furry with chalks. The butterfly and mushrooms are Quickuts thin dies. Oh my gosh, I had completely forgotten I had those in my die stash too ;)
Added some  sparkly ribbon and rhinestones for sparkle and bob's yer uncle :)

Lets Play! ;)

• Artistic Inspirations - Anything Goes and/or Spooky
• Through The Craft Room Door - Always Anything Goes
• Bunny Zoe's Crafts - (October) Animals
• Craft Hoarders Anonymous Challenge -  use "hoarded" items - Layer It
• Crafty Cardmakers - Die Cutting and/or Punching
• My Craft Creations - Always Anything Goes
• The Paper Girls - Anything Goes
• The Pink Elephant Monday Card Challenge - Anything Goes
• Amusing - no digi -  Anything Goes
• Chalk-Ah-Lot Cafe - must use chalk in project – #68 Anything Goes
• One Stitch At A Time #222 Anything Goes with a Butterfly
• Robyn`s Fetish #235 Stitching Real or Faux 
• Party Time Tuesdays #186 Anything Goes

Thank You for stopping by!

Spring Flowers

Hi Peeps

A quick card this eve:

Card Recipe:

• Digi (coloured with Promarkers) and sentiment by: Pink Petticoat

• Polka paper by: Pink Petticoat

• Cardstock: Anita's

• Added some clear glitter, liquid pearl drops and a few plastic pearl-drops  for a sparkle effect ... Bob's-yer-uncle!

A few challenges so: 

• Sunflower Fields Designs - Easter or spring

• Brown Sugar - Anything Goes

• Craft for the Craic - Something For Easter Or Spring

• Crafty Catz - No.228 - Anything Goes

• Frosted Design: Spring, Flower, Blue 

Thank You for stopping by!