Lili of the Valley DT - Snowy Folk Sneak Peek!

       Good Morning!

If you follow LOTV over on Facebook then you may already know this however if not then I can reveal that the have a brand new festive release launching on Create & Craft TV September 25th!
My favourite set has to be the 'Snowy Folk' and I couldn't wait to make a card with this lovely Snowman as soon as I saw it! Paired with a dusky pink colour scheme and back in my usual style I hope you like this card as much as I do.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snowy Folk' Stamp Set & Sentiment
Maja Design Papers
White Frantage Embossing Powder

Paper Doily, Clear Dew Drops, Ribbon, Flowers and Berries

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

SIMON SAYS STAMP - MAKE IT CUTE
SPARKLES CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE - BUILD ME A SNOWMAN

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

Creative Inspirations - September Challenge!

    Good Afternoon!

We've got a brand new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
This month we have the theme of 'Sentimental!'
We'd like sentiments to be the MAIN focus of your creations this month and we have all used Digi sets provided by our sponsor. As you can see I've kept my card fairly Clean & Simple this month.

INGREDIENTS -
'A Big Thanks Digi set by Creative Smiles
Hydrangea Tag Embellishment from my stash (free with a magazine many moon ago!)
Doodlebug Sprinkles and Green Pearls

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Penny Black Saturday - September Challenge!

                  Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Lot's of Layers!'
I haven't played along with the option this month as I wanted to use this Pumpkin stamp that I've had in my collection for a few years. Pumpkins are one of my favourite things to grow so I do like to try and make something with this stamp each year. 

I inked the stamp up with Distress Markers and then used a water brush to blend it on the paper, adding a few dark orange speckles to finish off. I've kept it sentiment free so that it can be used for any occasion. 

INGREDIENTS -
Penny Black Stamp

Distress Markers
Green Adhesive Pearl & Doodlebug Sprinkles

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along this month!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Lilli of the Valley Snomwan!

      Hello there!

Today I'm sharing another card that I've made using the most recent release from LOTV.
I'm absolutely in love with these little Snowmen!
Today's card is fairly minimal as I've kept the embellishments and layers down to a small amount in order to make a fairly quick and easy card.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snowman' Stamp Set & Sentiment
Design Papers from my stash
White Frantage Embossing Powder

Papermania Shimmer Dome Stickers, Ribbon & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

ABC CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE - Q IS FOR QUICK

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you all have a lovely Sunday!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

Penny Black Saturday - August Challenge!

                 Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  One Layer Cards!'
I created a clean and simple card, with yet another Christmas theme (I seem to be obsessed with Christmas cards atm) and added a splash of colour with some Dew drops placed along the tree to mimic a string of christmas tree lights.

INGREDIENTS -
'Tannenbaum' Penny Black Stamp & Sentiment
Coloured Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Creative Inspirations - August Challenge!

   Good Morning!

We've got a brand new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
This month we have the theme of 'Fairies!' and we're joined by our regular sponsor The Paper Shelter who have kindly let us use one of their digi's for our DT cards.
I decided to go all Christmassy and use the super sweet design called 'Snowflake Fairy'.
As usual you can't tell but the wings and snowflake are absolutely smothered with sparkle using Stickles, it never shows up properly for me in photographs lol

INGREDIENTS -
'Snowflake Fairy' Digi by The Paper Shelter
LOTV Sentiment
Maja Design Papers
Assorted Flowers, Berries Paper Doily and Ribbon
Pearls & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Lilli of the Valley Sneak Peek #2!

     Hello there!
As I mentioned in my previous post there's a new release from LOTV coming at the end of the month and I can now con firm that you can start placing your orders on Tuesday 25th July! (Orders will be shipped from the 3rd of August).
Today I'm sharing another sneak peek, this time using one of the super sweet Penguins! I've created a mini card (3x3 base) and kept it fairly simple so that the main focus is on this little character.

Today's card also fit's in with this month's new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS! 
The theme is 'Feathered Friends' and we're giving away an Owl Die set to the lucky winner!

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Penguns' Stamp Set & Sentiment
Maja Design Papers
White Frantage Embossing Powder

Star Buttons

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

Lilli of the Valley New Release!

     Hello there!
There is brand new release from LOTV coming at the end of the month and it's what we've all been waiting for, a new Christmas AND Halloween release! 
Today I'm sharing a card using one of the Snowmen designs but there are sooo many cute christmas characters that you'll be spoilt for choice! Here's a sneak peek at the Christmas designs -

There's also plenty of Sentiments coming you're way too!
Back to my card and here's this lovely Snowman that I've paired with a simpleISH style and blue colour scheme.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Snowman' Stamp Set & Sentiment
Maja Design Papers
White Frantage Embossing Powder

Metal Snowflake, Ribbon & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

SIMON SAYS STAMP - SHIMMER & SHINE
SPARKLES CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE - INCLUDE GOLD

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

Creative Inspirations - June Challenge!

  Good Afternoon!
We've got a brand new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
Seeing as this month is Father's Day but not everybody enjoys making masculine creations I decided to set the theme as 'Something For The Girls!' for those of you which wanted something different to play along with.
We're also joined by one of our regular sponsors who have kindly let myself and my DT use their images.

INGREDIENTS -
'Country Girl' Digi by All Dressed Up
LOTV Sentiment
Maja Design Papers
Assorted Flowers, Paper Doily and Ribbon
Doodlebug Sprinkles & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - FLOWERS
WE LOVE STAMPING - ANYTHING GOES OPTION

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Penny Black Saturday - June Challenge!

                Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Masculine!'
I've used this cute pair of hedgies fishing that fits the theme and paired it with a green colour scheme.

INGREDIENTS -
'Fish are Jumpin' Penny Black stamp & Sentiment Stamp
Maja Design Papers
Wooden Button & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Lili of the Valley New Release!

    Hello there!

Why is it every time I plan to do more crafting life ends up getting in the way? Apologies for always being so quiet, the intention is there to craft but time rarely seems to allow it however I have got something to share with you all today :)

There is brand new release from LOTV coming very soon and you can place your advanced orders for the new designs NOW! We are launching some lovely new Floral sets which includes a 'Vases of Flowers' and the set that I've used for today's card 'A Year in Flowers'. These are only available as Polymer Stamps which means they're always to hand unlike digi's if your computer throws a wobbler! The set that I have used is set out as Tags but I've placed one onto a small 3x3 card blank to create a cute, mini card.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'A Year in Flowers' Stamp Set

Doodlebug Sprinkles & Sequin Embellishments

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

SIMON SAYS STAMP - ADD A SENTIMENT

WE LOVE STAMPING - IN THE GARDEN

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

Penny Black Saturday - May Challenge!

               Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Patterned Papers!'
Normally my cards are covered in patterned papers but for today's card I wanted to make something different. I've had this stamp for years but year after year I always tend to forget to use it as it's actually a Christmas stamp that's supposed to have lot's of red berries hanging down from the foliage.
HOWEVER I thought I'd try and disguise it as something else! If you're a plant geek like me then you'll hopefully recognise what I've aimed for .... Wisteria! 

INGREDIENTS -
'Full Bloom' Penny Black stamp
Purple Doodlebug Sprinkles

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - NO PATTERNED PAPER
ALLSORTS - APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Creative Inspirations - May Challenge!

   Good Morning!
Today we have a brand new challenge starting over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!

This month we're celebrating the King's Coronation and we've given you TWO themes to paly along with, so take you're pick!
The first one is a colour scheme of 'Red, White & Blue!' of course you can still use Hair/Skin tones and the colour black.
The second option to play along with is 'Royal!' So think of Kings/Queens, Crowns etc ... the decision is yours!
I decided to play along with the colour scheme option and used an old stamp that has only seen ink once or twice, however with the hat and umbrella I thought this chap looked distinctly British and was a good pairing for the colour scheme!

INGREDIENTS -
Tim Holtz Rubber Stamp
Matte Doodlebug Sprinkles

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES
STAMPING SENSATIONS - ANYTHING GOES WITH CAS OPTION

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Creative Inspirations - April Challenge!

  Good Morning!
It's so nice to finally be in April, the spring blooms are pushing through and the lighter nights mean mre time in the garden!
Today we have a brand new challenge starting over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
This month's theme is super easy to play along with, it's 'Anything Goes!' We're also joined by one of our regular sponsors who have kindly let myself and my DT use their images.

INGREDIENTS -
'Freshly Harvested' Digi by The Paper Shelter
Maja Design Papers
Assorted Flowers, Pearls and Ribbon

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES / IN THE SPRING GARDEN

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Penny Black Saturday - April Challenge!

              Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Something Funny!'
I haven't followed the theme this month as I decided to use one of my favourite Penny Black stamps and create a floral birthday card instead. I love this little hedgie with his huge bundle of flowers!

INGREDIENTS -
Penny Black stamps
Maja Design Papers
Assorted Flowers, Ribbon, Paper Doily & Dew Drops

I'd like to enter this into the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES / IN THE SPRING GARDEN

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Lili of the Valley New Release!

   Good Morning!

Today another brand new release from LOTV is being launched at 5pm over on Create & Craft TV!
This time it's a wonderful bunny themed alphabet which is perfect for so many occasions. They can be used as name cards, initials for birthday's ... the possibilities are endless. With Easter around the corner I decided to form the word 'HOP' and made a clean and simple card with a little bit of sparkle.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Bunny Alphabet' Digi stamps

Glitter Embellishments

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES
(with the optional theme of 'Perfect Pastels')
WE LOVE STAMPING - SPRING IS IN THE AIR

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX   

March Guest Designer - Stamping Sensations Challenge!

     Good Morning!
Last month I was very lucky to be chosen as a Guest Designer for the March Challenge over at STAMPING SENSATIONS!
The theme they have this month is 'Anything Goes with the option of Wings/Tails!'
I have used one of my Stamping Bella stamps to create a birthday card but I must admit that the photograph isn't to my liking, the colours aren't this faint in real life!

INGREDIENTS -
Stamping Bella Gnome Stamp
Penny Black Sentiment

Maja Design Papers
Buttrfly Die-cut, Ribbon, Flowers & Paper Doily
Doodlebug Sprinkles & Clear Dew Drop

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

WE LOVE STAMPING - SPRING IS IN THE AIR
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

March Challenge - Penny Black Saturday Challenge!

             Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Easter!'
I've made a clean and simple card using another one of the older hedgie stamps, they will always be my favourite Penny Blacks. I decided to mount the image onto some yellow cardstock just to make the colour pop that little bit more.

INGREDIENTS -
Penny Black stamp
Doodlebug 'Christmas' Sprinkles

I'd like to enter this into the following challenges -
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

March Challenge - Creative Inspirations!

  Good Morning!
 We have a brand new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS starting today of
'Spring Blooms!' 
Spring is finally around the corner and what better way to celebrate than celebrating the arrival of all the lovely spring blooms!
It's my Dad's birthday tomorrow so today's card is the one that I've made for him, keeping it clean and simple.

INGREDIENTS -
Floral stamp by Tim Holtz
Sentiment stamp by Stampendous
Coloured Dew Drops

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Lili of the Valley Sneak Peek #2!

    Good Morning!

I hope you're all having a lovely weekend, we're currently being spoilt with lot's of lovely sunshine, it's such a nice feeling knowing that Spring is just around the corner!
I think this Gnome will agree that features on today's card ... this is another sneak peek from the upcoming LOTV release!

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Flower Gnomes' Set & LOTV Sentiment

Maja Design Papers
Spotted Ribbon, Wooden Button & Clear Dew Drops

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

SIMON SAYS STAMP - FUN WITH DIES
WE LOVE STAMPING - ANYTHING GOES

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

Lili of the Valley Sneak Peek!

   Good Morning!

From today both myself and the rest of the LOTV design team will be sharing sneak peeks from an upcoming release!
There are sooooo many sweet designs coming your way you'll certainly be spoilt for choice!
My first sneak peek is using one of the new bunnies, as soon as I saw this one holding a carrot I knew I had to ink it up straight away!

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Bunny with Carrot' Digi

Maja Design Papers
Orange Lace Ribbon & Paper Doily 
Papermania Neon Stickers

I'd like to enter the following challenges -

ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES
(with the optional theme of 'I love' ... Lili of the Valley stamps)

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

February Challenge - Penny Black Saturday Challenge

            Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes with the Option of  Hearts and/or Flowers!'
I've made a clean and simple card using one of the older hedgie stamps, they will always be my favourite Penny Blacks. I kept this card sentiment free so that it was versatile to be used for any occasion .. oh and it's one of my smaller designs on a 3x3 base.

INGREDIENTS -
Penny Black stamp
Assorted Dew Drops from stash

I'd like to enter this into the following challenges -
ALLSORTS - ANYTHING GOES
(with the optional theme of I love ... Penny Black stamps)

 Thanks for stopping by and I hope you can play along.
Have a lovely weekend!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

February Challenge - Anything Goes!

 Good Morning!

Is it just me that felt like January lasted a lifetime? However the morning's are getting lighter so it feels like Spring is slowly making it's way in. To kick start the new month we have a brand new challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
This month's theme is super easy to play along with, it's 'Anything Goes!'
We're joined by one of our regular sponsors who have kindly let myself and my DT use their images.

INGREDIENTS -
'Cupid's Heart' Digi by All Dressed Up
Maja Design Papers
Assorted Flowers, Crystal Pin and Ribbon
Doodlebug Sprinkles & Stardust Sprinkles (used on the dress)

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

Happy 40th Birthday!

   Good Evening!
It's been a long time since I've had a card to share with you all that wasn't made for one of the Design Teams that I'm in. Today's card is one that I made for a family friend who turns 40 later this week. It was the perfect opportunity to dig out one of my older Stamping Bella stamps!
It's been a rather grey and dull afternoon so unfortunately even with a daylight lamp this photo isn't the most flattering lol

INGREDIENTS -

Stamping Bella Stamps

Maja Design Papers
Flowers, Gold Berries, Ribbon, Doodlebug Sprinkles & Dew Drops
'Antique Linen' Distress Glitter and Die Cut Numbers

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - ANYTHING GOES

STAMPING SENSATIONS - ADD SOME SPARKLE
ALLSORTS - SPOTS AND/OR STRIPES

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

January Challenge - Penny Black Saturday Challenge!

            Good Morning!

Today we have a new challenge over at PENNY BLACK SATURDAY CHALLENGE. 
This month's challenge is 'Anything Goes ... Optional - Something New!'
I decided to create a white on white card using a wintery stamp, nowadays its more common to get snow in January rather than at Christmas so I wanted to show that a stamp that would usually be used for Christmas cards can also be used for an everyday card.

INGREDIENTS -
Penny Black 'Pretty Perch' Stamp & PB Sentiment
DCWV Embossed Papers
Brown & Green Pearl Embellishments
White Frantage Chunky Embossing Powder

I'd like to enter this into the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - FABULOUR FLOWERS
ALLSORTS - SPOTS AND/OR STRIPES

 Thanks for stopping by & have a lovely weekend!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX    

Sweet Bears - Lili of the Valley Design Team!

  Good Morning!

Earlier in the week I shared some creations using stamps from the latest LOTV launch and today I'm back with another! Today's card is using a design from the Sweet Bears set and the individual stamps are perfect for smaller cards.

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Sweet Bears' Stamp Set

Sentiment from Bear Hugs Set
Maja Design Papers
Doodlebug Sprinkles & Doodlebug Sequins
Large Pink Shimmer Dome Sticker by Papermania

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - SOMETHING NEW
(new stamp)

STAMPING SENSATIONS - ADD SOME SPARKLE
ALLSORTS - SOMETHING NEW 
(new stamp)

 Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

January Challenge - Creative Inspirations!

Good Morning!
Today we are launching our January Challenge over at CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS!
We're back with a returning sponsor who have also let us use one of their Digital Stamps on our creations. Our theme this month is 'Something Old, Something New!' I opted to use some extremely old design papers in my stash by Basic Grey but the something new option is also covered because I've used the new digi!

INGREDIENTS -
'Desert Cactus' Digi by Polkadoodles
Basic Grey Papers
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Doodlebug Matte Sprinkles

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - SOMETHING NEW
(New Digi)

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you'll join in with the challenge!
Happy Crafting!
xxx

A New Year Launch! - Lili of the Valley Design Team

 Good Afternoon!
Yesterday LOTV kick started the new year by launching a brand new release! Today I am sharing a card with a matching gift tag using two designs form one of the sets called 'Love Gnomes'. I loved their Christmassy Gnomes so couldn't wait to get these little chaps inked up!

Along with the Gnomes you can also treat yourself to 'Bear Hug Tags' and some cute 'Sweet Bears' (I will be sharing another card later in the week using one of those designs). There's also some more sentiment sets being released so you really are being spoilt!

INGREDIENTS -

LOTV 'Love Gnomes' Stamp Set

Sentiment from Bear Hugs Set
Maja Design Papers
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Doodlebug Sprinkles & Doodlebug Sequins
Ribbon from Stash

I'd like to enter the following challenges -
SIMON SAYS STAMP - PARTY

(the card and gift tag are birthday creations)

STAMPING SENSATIONS - ADD SOME SPARKLE 
(sparkle added with the sequins)

 Thanks for stopping by & I hope you all had a lovely New Year!

HAPPY CRAFTING!
XXX  

My Favourite 5 Cards of 2022!

 Good Morning!
Following on from my previous post I'm now sharing my 5 favourite non-christmassy cards of 2022!
It's always hard to pick favourites but eventually I managed to narrow some down. I'l tell you something if you ever start to feel like you're losing your crafty mojo then a quick look through your previous creations is a great way to bring that inspiration back.

First up is a card using an Easter image by LOTV but I think it's versatile enough to be used for other occasions such as Spring Birthdays etc. I just love the barrow of Daffodils!

Following on with the animal theme here's a card using one of my very first Penny Black stamps, how could anyone not find this little chap cute?!

Midway through the year we were celebrating LOTV's 18th Birthday with an updated version of their iconic wedding couple stamp. I created a card using a yellow scheme and I must admit I'l find it rather hard to part with this card! lol

Next up is a Clean & Simple card using a digi from retired company Mel Jens Designs, I wanted to keep all the focus on the image.

Heading into Autumn LOTV released some beautiful seasonal digi's, anything combining cute animals and pumpkins is an instant winner for me.

Okay so I know this is technically card number 6 but I had to include this in my favourites. The stamp is by Stamping Bella and kept sentiment free makes it versatile enough to be sent any time of year, not just at Autumn/Halloween.

Thanks for stopping by and joining me throughout 2022, I hope you will continue to do so throughout 2023.
Happy New Year!
xxx