Showing posts with label Color Challenge. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Color Challenge. Show all posts

Doodlebug Swimming Pool


We're having a Color Challenge at
DOODLEBUG DESIGNS
over the next couple of weeks and I chose one of my favorite colors, "Swimming Pool"! 
I have a set of cards in various Doodlebug Design products boasting the color; 
 whether you're using an older or newer collection, it will still match
 perfectly with any of the Doodlebug staples.

 This first card is a compilation of Kraft In Color, Glitter Cardstock, Textured Cardstock and the cloud motif paper found in the Patriotic Parade Collection.

I started with a 6X6 card base and began layering on the different patterned papers.  I die-cut a few clouds from the Swimming Pool Glitter Paper and then used a hot air balloon stencil to emboss a piece of Lily White and Swimming Pool Cardstocks.

I trimmed the entire balloon out from the white paper and only the chevron portion from the swimming pool paper.  I also pulled in some Doodle Twine and Boutique Buttons as embellishments for the balloon. 

The butterfly sticker is from a much older Doodlebug collection, but it still matches perfectly!

For this next card I decided to focus on several of the Swimming Pool Washi Tapes that are available!  I cut a piece of cardstock to size and simply added strips of tape to it.

I found the cute Doodle Pop monster in my stash, so I added him to a small piece of cardstock.  The sentiment was actually cut from one of the Simply Put cards...it was just the right size and theme for this card!  I glued it around a piece of a Pixie Stick and then adhered to the card with liquid glue.


Doodle Twine and brads were just the right finishing touches!

Doodlebug Design is known for their bright and cheery colors; I most especially love the fact that Swimming Pool (or Cupcake or Limeade) is still the same today as it was years ago!  What is your go-to Doodlebug color?  I know it's hard to settle on just one, but  try designing a scrapbook page or card with just that color...it's fun to watch the different shades of the color blend together.  Have fun with it!
See all of the Color Challenge projects this week and next at 


Thursday, August 7, 2014 August 07, 2014
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Unity {Inspiration}

Welcome! It's a great day at Unity Stamp as we share new inspiration
and of course, a great deal from Unity this week:

**I'm following along behind the lovely Renee Aslette today**
And as with every Thursday's Hop, be sure to comment as you may be one of the three
lucky commentors to receive a $20 Unity Gift Certificate

 I have used the NEW Layers of Life Stamp Kit for my first card

I'm the proud owner of some new Faber-Castell Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils, so I 
chose to use them to color in the rulers.  I then spritzed on some Terra Cotta Walnut Ink
by Tsukineko (Imagine-Crafts).  The embossing folder is by Sizzix and I love using it 
on masculine cards!

I have a dear, 37 year-old co-worker/friend who was diagnosed with
 Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer this past Fall.  I made this card to send to her :)

I love that this ribbon is all decked out in butterflies!  I stamped the image onto pink
cardstock and then colored in the butterflies with Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils.  I also
shaded the outer areas with a darker pink, although it's a little hard to tell in the photo.
I used the NEW MAY SENTIMENT KIT 
(releasing NEXT WEEK on my project)
This kit will be available to you NEXT WEEK, but in the meantime remember to get the
 CURRENT SENTIMENT KIT for only $10. -
**Next stop is the sweet and talented, Shilo Miles' Blog**

I have lots more to share today, so I'll be seeing you again soon!

Thursday, May 9, 2013 May 09, 2013
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What Costume?

It's the middle Saturday of the month, 
which means it's time for the 
AUTHENTIQUE COLOR CHALLENGE


Almond, pumpkin and licorice...sounds like a very interesting potpourri :)
The colors are perfectly represented by Authentique's Enchanted Collection, 
so I went with a layout of collaged photos taken for the mustache challenge!

 I also used the chipboard mustache and hat from Basically Bare
and decided to dress up one of the photos in the actual wares!
I cut the bottom of the paper in a scroll to mimick the contour of the 'stache :)

Here are the details of the challenge:
 
- You will have until Wednesday, October 3rd at midnight {PST} to enter.

- You will need to create a separate entry for each submission. 
{You can submit as many projects as you want!}

- Use the Linky Tool at the bottom of the post to link
 directly to your entry.

- You must provide a link somewhere in your entry back 

- Anyone can play along, but you must use products from 
Authentique Paper on your project if you would like to be able to win.
 {You can add in whatever other products you'd like...
as long as you are using at least 50% Authentique
 Paper product on your project.}

- You must provide a supply list of Authentique Paper 
products used on your entry.

So mix up that almond, pumpkin and licorice and come on over & play!
Have a beautiful weekend
Saturday, September 15, 2012 September 15, 2012
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File It Under FRESH!

Fridays are Earth Friendly at 
AUTHENTIQUE PAPER BLOG
Who doesn't love taking something old, used or unexpected
and turning it into something with a new life and purpose?
For this Friday's project I used an old file folder.
   By trimming away the top tab, I had a brand new slate to begin with.


I cut three strips of {Fresh} patterned paper, inked around the edges and then machine-stitched
to the folder (leaving the top portion open).  I then embellished with a bit of roping at the top, scalloped borders and cotton trim, adhesive pearls and a pieced plaque hung by a wooden clothespin.
If you love distressing with ink like I do, then you will love how beautiful the effect looks over the texture of Authentique paper.   
 A row of the adhesive tags from the {Fresh} Details 12x12 Sticker Sheet completes the bottom.
For the inside of my fully-functional-file-folder-holder?  Why, handmade {Fresh} tags of course!
I went online to svgcuts.com and found these really great layered tags.  Tag making has never been easier...or more fun.
 Here are samples of the tags that I created for the inside of the folder: 
 I think that canvas and burlap and jute look great paired up with beachy sorts of projects...
so if you have those items in your stash, grab 'em up for this project :)
 I machine stitch just.about.everything.  Even sticker letters. 
Wanting to take the sticky off of those stickers?  Just apply a little baby powder to the back...voila!
 Oh and I forgot to mention corrugated clouds...why not?  
Wooden buttons?  yes, please!
And isn't the subway-art look of this (above) sticker just the coolest?
 I could literally make a card using each and every Details Stickers on the sheet...
the graphics are that beautiful...even down to the tiniest of seashells.  
Grab those nautical stamps and scalloped punches...perfect for tag-topping!
And for this final tag: I cut the wonderful sentiment from the bottom sheet 
of a {Fresh} patterned paper! I love that you can use every square inch of Authentique product.
This was such a tremendously FUN project for me...I hope that you've 
enjoyed it too! 
If you love Color Challenges, stop by the Authentique Blog and check 
out the Challenge for June...all you need to do is link up!
Link as many projects as you'd like and you'll be in the running for some
beautiful Authentique papers :)

Have a blessed weekend
Shellye
Saturday, June 16, 2012 June 16, 2012
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Totally Terrific Thursday

Good Morning!
I thought I'd get my bloggin' done early today so I can 
get started on 
"My Favorite Things" Canvas Mini Album from 
 If you love unique project kits, be sure to visit Sarah and The Paper Bakery!

I HEART IPPITY
and 
MY SCRAPBOOK NOOK

I created this card for my Totally Terrific Thursday project at 
I Heart Ippity, as well as Danni's weekly CARDS Sketch Challenge at The Nook :)

The stamp set is
 Bloom & Simplify 
IPK-166 
and is one of the April Releases
I LOVE this stamp set for it's very grungy, scruffy look...plus the sentiment 
of the background stamp is truly beautiful and well-stated.
TIP FOR SPLATTERS:
I bring this up only because I've struggled with creating the perfect 'splatter' paint
effect.  The effect that I've always wanted to achieve are big blobs along with 
tiny flecks :)  Add a little water to your acrylic paint and mix.  Test on a scratch
piece of paper before applying to your actual project...you don't want your
mixture too thin.  I use an old toothbrush, but you could also use a stiff 
paint brush or pipette. It also helps to stand back a little more when you're 
wanting to create the smaller splatters.

DOT & WHIMSY
My Dot & Whimsy shop at Etsy is a sponsor at 
this month!
The Design Team there has whipped up some really amazing stuff!
I sent different color schemes of the
On The Fringe Crepe Paper Trim
and you must, must go and take a look at how they've 
incorporated the fringe onto their scrapbook pages, home decor, baskets and more!
You'll be inspired ♥

EAD DESIGNS
The April Color Challenge is up at EAD Designs

I altered a jar lid using the Tinytwinies Cupcake Stickerz
 
Join in on the fun and share your project by Linking Up!
The lucky winner will be our Guest Designer in May
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That's all for today, friends!
  I'm excited about the My Scrapbook Nook Design Team
REVEAL today...two spots to fill this time around and I can't wait to see who 
will be joining us :)  Best of luck to you if you applied!
See you soon
Shellye
Thursday, April 12, 2012 April 12, 2012
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I Love Shipping Tags...

...and it's pretty obvious with these two projects that I recently created.
First, let me mention the February Color Challenge at EAD Designs Blog!

Classic Black and White

The Vintage Treasures Stickerz Set compliment this Color Challenge
 perfectly and is what I used on my card
Have you tried EAD Stickerz...they are unlike any other sticker that you've used before.  I liken them to the consistency of a clear contact paper, but unlike contact paper these are easy to reposition and there are no annoying bubbles!  Truly a fun product to use.
Come on over and link up your project...everyone who plays along is a winner!
One person will be chosen to be the next EAD Guest Designer in March

Next is a project that I whipped up for an upcoming show-n-tell at Imaginisce...but, I goofed and used the wrong product...oops!  I figured that I would show it here though as it's too fun not to share

For this gifting tag, I used the Imagnisce Hybrid Petal Roller and paper Bitty Blossoms.  Before layering the paper flowers, I rolled the petals making sure that I increased the amount of rolling as I neared the center of the flower...you can see the results easily in the photo.  I then spritzed the blooms.  For the petals, I punched a heart shape from patterned paper, cut in half and rolled one of the edges under for dimension!  The stamped sentiment was cut from a Snag 'Ems stamp;  the houndstooth frame is from the Sole Sisters collection.
As you can see, I'm putting my shipping tags to use this month :)  I love distressing the edges with ink and finding fun ways to dress 'em up!
I'll be back a little later with my Ippity project for this week.
Off to mop...somebody has to do it and it always ends up being me :/
Shellye

Thursday, February 16, 2012 February 16, 2012
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