Sassy Cheryl's "Maddie" Swings into Summer!

Hey there, m'darlings!! Happy Tuesday!! Has summer arrived where you are? It has definitely arrived here in Richmond, VA, USA! Warm days and cooler evenings . . . and fireflies! (Some people call them "lightening bugs"! Whatever they're called . . . my two toy poodles love to bark at them! hehe!!) So . . . it's time for another fun challenge at Sassy Cheryl's Challenge Blog where Miz Ann has chosen an absolutely perfect theme . . .

Summer!

It just so happens that this fortnight's challenge theme at Deep Ocean Challenge Blog is also SUMMER! So, I've decided to do a bit of  Design Team "double duty" by using this little card for both challenges!!  What'cha think?

It's Maddie! I just love her! Have you noticed that she is always wearing a funky hat?! I think it's her "signature" look!! This adorable little image is called "Swing Me a Story - Maddie." She is available in Sassy Cheryl's online store HERE. And, if you prefer "boys," this image is also available in a "Max" version HERE. They'd be cute merged together too . . . swinging side-by-side!! Here's a close-up . . . 

The minute I saw this cute Sassy Cheryl image, I knew exactly what kind of card I'd be making with her!! A "Tent" card!! You can find an easy tutorial HERE. They are super fun to make . . . and I think a "Tent" style card really showcases this particular Maddie!

My Card "recipe" . . .

Image printed on Cryogen Metallic White cardstock

Taken with Teal, Barely Banana, & Wasabi cardstock: Stampin' Up

Digi DPs: "Sunshine Laughter Too" by Mary Fram for Nitwits

Label 18 die: Spellbinders Nestabilities

Fence & grass dies: Magnolia

Cloud die: Memory Box

Leaf die: Marianne's dies

Flowers: Wild Orchid Crafts

Sentiment: Inky Antics

Seam Binding: The Ribbon Girl

Colored with Copics & Colored Pencils

A look from the other side . . . 

And, of course, the "artsy" angle . . . 

And there ya go . . . my "Summertime" card! Please be sure to pop on over to Sassy Cheryl's and Deep Ocean Challenge Blogs to see what my talented Design Teamies have created for "Summertime" inspiration!

Thanks so much for visiting . . . and for leaving such kind comments!! See y'all again real soon! Hugs . . .

Girls, Girls, and more Girls at Deep Ocean!

Please scroll down for this week's Sassy Cheryl's card! 

Hello again! It's time for another fun challenge at Deep Ocean Challenge Blog!! And this fortnight's challenge theme is . . .
 

For a Girl!!

 

Now . . . those of you who know me KNOW that I love, love, LOVE making "girl" cards!! They're all fancy and, well, "girly"! hehe! Here's my very "girly" pink and green card . . .

I've always loved Krista Smith's creations . . . and I purchased this cute digi image a long, long time ago!! I just fell in love with that little pig in the tutu! hehe! This image is called "Harley & Haley" and an updated version is available HERE at Saturated Canary! I have to admit . . . I think I like my older version better! hehe! Here's a close-up . . .

And a bit of a side view . . .

My Card Recipe:

Image printed on Cryogen Metallic White Cardstock

Blushing Bride & Sage Shadow cardstock: Stampin' Up

DPs: "Lovely" Collection by Authentique

Ribbons: Stampin' Up
Corner die: Joy Craft
Other dies: Memory Box

Flowers: Wild Orchid Crafts

Lace & swirly flower thingie: The Ribbon Girl

Pearls: My stash
Frosted Lace Stickles
Front sentiment: Lockhart StampCo.

Inside sentiment: LOTV

Colored with Copic & Shin Han markers & Colored pencils

A peek at the inside . . .

And, last but not least . . .

So . . . what'cha think? Pretty "girly", huh?! Now . . . please pop on over to Deep Ocean Challenge Blog and take a look at the beautiful creations made by my very talented Design Teamies! Then, after you've done that, you'll definitely want to pull out your arts and crafts supplies and come join us! Who knows . . . you may just be the lucky winner of this fabulous prize from Bunny Zoe's . . .
 

I've decided to enter this card into the following challenges:

Wild Orchid Challenge Week #78 - Lots of Layers

The Ribbon Girl June Card Challenge - Add a Die Cut

 

And that's it for me today! I'll be back soon with another fun project!! Thanks so much for visiting . . . and for your very kind comments . . . they make me smile! Hugs . . . until next time . . . .

Ribbons & Laces at Deep Ocean Challenge

Looking for this week's Sassy Cheryl's card? 

No worries . . . HERE it is!

Hey there, my sweet friends!! I am so, sooooooooo excited today because this is my very first challenge as a Design Team member at Deep Ocean Challenge Blog!! I can't tell you how delighted - and honored - I am to have been chosen to work alongside such talented designers . . . from all over the WORLD!!

This fortnight's challenge theme is . . .

Ribbons & Lace!!

And our sponsor for this challenge is none other than . . . 

So . . . are you ready to see my newest creation?

It's no secret . . . I've loved Lili of the Valley images since I first discovered them several years ago. And I'm so excited that I can use any images I want . . . LOTV, Hanglar & Stanglar, Magnolia, and Saturated Canary . . . as well as my favorite Sugar Nellie, Mo Manning, and Sassy Cheryl images! That's the beauty of Deep Ocean Challenges . . . you can use any images . . . or no images at all . . . as long as you follow the challenge theme! Yayyyyy!! OK . . . so, as I was saying . . . this image is called "Meant to Be" and is available HERE at LOTV! Here's a close-up . . .

I made this card for my husband's eldest daughter who recently got married!! I just  thought this image screamed "LOVE" . . . so it seemed perfect for a wedding card! Here's a bit of a side view . . .

My Card Recipe:

Image stamped onto Arches 140# Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper

Bordering Blue cardstock: Stampin' Up

DPs: "Nature's Garden" by Prima

Curved Rectangle die: Spellbinders Nestabilities

Corner die: Joy Craft

Heart tag die: Magnolia

Banner die: LaLa Land

Butterfly: Bo Bunny
Charm: The Charm Store 24/7

Frantage Shabby Blue embossing powder

Flowers & pearl brad: Wild Orchid Crafts

Seam binding & Cheesecloth: The Ribbon Girl

Lace & pearls: My stash

Inside sentiment: Magnolia

Colored with Tim Holtz Distress Inks

A peek at the inside . . . 

And, finally, my "artsy" view . . . 

So, that's what I've been up to . . . having fun in my studio! hehe! Now . . . please pop on over to Deep Ocean Challenge Blog and take a look at the gorgeous works of art created by my new and very talented Design Teamies! Then, after you've done that, you'll definitely want to pull out your arts and crafts supplies - including some lace & ribbon, of course - and come join us! Who knows . . . you may just be the lucky winner of this fabulous prize . . .

How cool is that?? Answer: Very, VERY cool!! Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit! And thanks for taking the time to leave a quick comment . . . or to just say "hi"! Sending big hugs . . . until next time . . . .