Monday, October 10, 2016

All Occasion Card Using Ching-Chou Kuik "Light Of Hope"

Hello friends.  How is everyone?  I hope you are doing well.  We finally were able to take our 2 week vacation that we planned for the past 3 yrs.  It was two weeks driving trip; but my husband drove over 4,000 miles.  I slept a lot.  LOL!  I guess I was tired; because I couldn't stay awake.  I was still tired when we got home.  It was a good trip.  We did a lot of moving around with 7 different hotels.  My husband planned the entire vacation; so I booked the hotels, called them with my allergy requests, obtained maps and directions, etc.  We were able to stay in Portland, Oregon area for 3 days and Seattle, WA for 6 days; so it was a good trip.  I felt very blessed that my husband was able to drive.  We were able to see a lot of awesome scenery; so it was very enjoyable; just busy.  

It is time for my Ching-Chou Kuik Inspirational post.  Our theme this week is die cuts.  I used "Light of Hope"; so be sure to check out other CCK images.  She has specials on a regular basis; so keep checking back on Etsy for her new releases.  I loved this paper; and wanted to show the design as much as I can.  My favorite part is inside with the sentiment already on it.  It is much prettier in person.  I hope you enjoy it.  


Inside Card


Right side front

Supplies used to create this card:

Dies
Frames for image - Gina Marie Looped Ovals
Oval behind image - Cricut Art Philosophy Cart

Image - Ching-Chou Kuik "Light Of Hope"
Paper - Couture Creations - Hearts Ease Collection
Cardstock - CTMH White Daisy and Eggplant
Ink - CTMH Eggplant
Ribbon - Offray (Made with Bow It All)
Buttons - Dritz (Belle Buttons)
Bling - Recollections

Markers
Skin - E0000, E000, E00
Hair - Y11, Y15, Y21
Scarf & Dress - V15
Purple Flowers - V15, V17
Candle - V17
Yellow flowers - YR21, YR23
Eyes - B01
Lips - V15



I am entering this card in the following challenges:

613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes w/option (3 of 3) (Sunday)
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - Anything Goes (3 of 3)
 Scrapper's Delights - Anything Goes (3 of 3) (Saturday)
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 2) (Friday)
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes (2 of 3) 
Creative Fingers - Anything Goes (3 of 3)
Jo's Scrap Shack - Anything Goes 2 of 3
Morgan's Art World - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
PDE Linky Party - Cards Only (No limit)
Polkadoodles - Anything Goes (1 of 2) 
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes (2 - 3)
Crafty Gals Corner - Punches & Die Cuts (2 of 2)  (Thursday)
DL.Art Thursday Challenge - Anything Goes (1 each day)
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes (No limit)  (Wednesday)
 The Crafty Addicts - Anything Goes/option (3 of 3)
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes (3 of 5)
Digi Choosday - Anything Goes (1 of 2)  (Tuesday
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes (1 of 3) (Monday)
 Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes (1 of 3) 
Ooh La La Creations - Shades of Autumn  (No limit)
Scrapbook Stamp Society Challenge Blog - Anything Goes w/option (No limit)
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes (No limit) (Other Date)
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (3 of 3) 



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Friday, October 7, 2016

Christmas Card Using ABM image with CTMH City Sidewalks Paper and Digital Cartridge

Hello friends!  Can you believe it is time to start creating Christmas cards?  I made all of mine ahead of time one year; but this year I haven't really started yet.  I am glad Mi Ran gave us this adorable image for the Art by Miran October Progressive Challenge; so we could get started on our Christmas cards.

If you haven't joined us in the past for our Progressive challenges each month; check it out. Purchase your first image at a discount, create something, join our challenge and then the following month; you will receive the next image free.  That continues every month; as long as you are creating and participating in the Art by Miran Monthly Progressive Challenges on our Facebook Group.  You do need to request it each month after the new image comes available.  



Inside Card
Using Cricut Artbooking Cartridge all dies inside





Supplies used to create this card:

Dies 
Santa, Gifts, Merry Christmas - Cricut City Sidewalks Digital Cartridge
Sentiment frame front & inside - Cricut Artbooking Cartridge
Reindeer and Christmas Tree inside - Cricut Artbooking Cartridge

Cardstock - CTMH White Daisy, Cranberry, Willow, Peacock
Ink - CTMH Sky, Cranberry and Peacock
Bling - CTMH Sparkles Assortment - Z1326
Christmas Lights on tree inside - Gelly Roll pens
Eye on Reindeer - Gelly Roll

Markers
Skin - E0000, E000, E00
Hair - Y11, Y15, Y21
Clothes, Hat, Boots - R35
Tights & Ornaments - G14, R35
Tin Man Toy - G12, G14, E000, Y21
Eyes - G14
Ground - E53



I am entering this card in the following challenges:

613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes w/option (2 of 3) (Sunday)
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
 Scrapper's Delights - Anything Goes (2 of 3) (Saturday)
The Pencil Case - Anything Goes (2 of 2)
Colour Crazy Craft Challenge - Anything Goes (1 of 2) (Friday)
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes (1 of 3) 
Creative Fingers - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Morgan's Art World - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
PDE Linky Party - Cards Only (No limit)
Polkadoodles - Anything Goes (2 of 2)
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes (1 - 3)
Crafty Gals Corner - Punches & Die Cuts (1 of 2)  (Thursday)
DL.Art Thursday Challenge - Anything Goes (1 each day)
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes (No limit)  (Wednesday)
 The Crafty Addicts - Anything Goes/option (2 of 3)
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes (2 of 5)
Digi Choosday - Anything Goes (2 of 2)  (Tuesday)
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes (2 of 3) (Monday)
 Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes (2 of 3) 
Ooh La La Creations - Feminine  (No limit)
Scrapbook Stamp Society Challenge Blog - Anything Goes w/option (No limit)
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes (No limit) (Other Date)
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3) 


October Stamp Of The Month
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CTMH Yuletide Joy

CTMH Artwork Using October Stamp Of The Month



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Monday, October 3, 2016

Halloween Card Using Ching-Chou Kuik The Perfect Pumpkin and Cricut Artbooking Cartridge

Celebrate Ching-Chou Kuik Blog 2nd Anniversary

Hello friends!  How is everyone doing?  I hope you have had a great summer and ready for fall.  I am ready for some cooler; but not cold weather.  Our problem in Southern CA is the wind comes with the cooler temperatures as well.  You really can't do much out in the wind. 

I rarely create Halloween cards; but I did enjoy creating this one.  Of course, it isn't scary; but I still thought it turned out pretty good.  I don't like spiders and yet I was able to add a spiderweb and a spider to this card.  I am just glad I am not the one receiving it.  LOL! Spiders give me nightmares.  I love bats and black cats; but spiders, not so much.  I hope you enjoy it.

CCK is celebrating our 2nd anniversary!  Ching-Chou Kuik is giving a free image "Spring Witch" to everyone who enters the October CCK blog challenge and the October Facebook challenge as well.  We can't wait to see your fabulous creations!  

It is time for another fabulous Ching-Chou Kuik Challenge; which is Halloween/Spooky.  I can't wait to see all of your wonderful creations!  Even if I don't like spiders; I still love to see everyone's creations.  I found this adorable mushroom border and was very happy the way it turned out.  I chose to use Ching-Chou Kuik The Perfect Pumpkin for my image. 

Daring Cardmakers - Making Memories - I created this card for 3 of my grandchildren.  I remember taking my children Trick or Treat when they were younger and how much they loved it.  I still love to see the costumes of the children when they come to our house.  I rarely get to answer the door; due to my smell issue; but sometimes I get a chance to look out the window at them.  My husband sits outside with the candy; so that I won't be exposed to the heavy colognes/perfumes that the parents/children sometimes wear.  

As You Like It - Favorite Color Combo & Why?  I have a lot of favorite color combinations and one of them is orange and red together.  These colors always remind me of the changing of the leaves.  In the fall when the colors change; there are so many orange and red combinations; and they look fabulous together. 

I used several different Cricut Cartridges - See list below card


Inside card


Supplies used to create this card:

Dies
Image frame - Gina Marie Designs Crochet Lace Oval Die Set
Mushroom Border - Joy Crafts - Autumn
Bat, Spider, Spiderweb and Spooky word - Cricut Artbooking Cartridge
Happy Halloween inside - Cricut Create A Critter 2
Black Cat - Cricut Creativebug

Paper - Hot Off The Press Autumn Leaves
Cardstock - CTMH White Daisy, Tangerine, Willow, Black and Poppy
Paper for Mushroom base on front - Basic Home Fundamentals
Grass for Mushroom base on front - CTMH Willow cardstock
Mushrooms on Mushroom base on front - CTMH Poppy Cardstock
Paper for Mushroom border inside - CTMH Paper Fundamentals Adventure
White dots on Mushrooms - Gelly Roll
Ink - CTMH Tangerine

Copic Markers 
Skin - E0000, E000, E00
Hair - Y11, Y15, Y21
Leaves & Eyes - G43
Cat - C1, C4, RV00
Mushrooms & Clothing Trim - R35
Dress & Hat - YR02
Pumpkin - YR18
Sky - B00





I am entering this card in the following challenges:

613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes w/option (1 of 3) (Sunday)
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
 A Gem Of A Challenge - Halloween (No limit) (Saturday)
Let's Color Saturday Linky Party - Creature or Critter  (No limit)
Scrapper's Delights - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
The Pencil Case - Anything Goes (1 of 2)
Brown Sugar - Anything Goes (1 of 2) (Friday)
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
Creative Fingers - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
Daring Cardmakers - Making Memories (No limit)
PDE Linky Party - Cards Only (No limit)
Polkadoodles - Anything Goes (1 of 2)
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes (1 - 3)
As You Like It - Favorite Color Combo & Why (See note above picture) (1 of 3) (Thursday)
Crafty Gals Corner - Anything Goes (1 of 2)
DL.Art Thursday Challenge - Anything Goes (1 each day)
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes (No limit)  (Wednesday)
 The Crafty Addicts - Anything Goes/option (1 of 3)
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes (1 of 5)
Digi Choosday - Anything Goes (1 of 2)  (Tuesday)
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes (1 of 3) (Monday)
 Craft Your Passion - Anything Goes (1 of 3) 
Ooh La La Creations - Feminine (Isn't she?) (No limit)
Scrapbook Stamp Society Challenge Blog - Anything Goes w/option (No limit)
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes (No limit) (Other Date)
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (1 of 3) 


October Stamp Of The Month
Only $5 with a $50 purchase or $17.95 with no purchase

CTMH Yuletide Joy

CTMH Artwork Using October Stamp Of The Month




Thank you for stopping by my blog for a visit.  I hope you enjoy my creations.  I appreciate all of you.  Be sure to check out my tabs at the top of the page for my videos, tutorials, clubs, specials and more.   You can earn FREE products by joining one of my clubs.  You earn most of my commission with FREE CTMH products. Call, text, Facebook message or email me with any questions you might have.


Remember - Keep On Creating!!
It's Good For Your Health!!