A CUTEY CARD....

...ooooh, I know its been a while....and I've been reminded of that from some of you.....so here's a card using one of my latest, Bernard....just simple, but that's me!....and as I received these lovely new papers today, I just had to...xx

Papers - My Minds Eye - Bloom and Grow - Bunny Zoe's Crafts...and are now my new favourite
Blooms - Hero Arts
Buttons - from Poppicrafts (sale)

MEET MIA...

...phew...it's a warm one today....

Here's a more serious doodle for me...a pretty bride called Mia....and she's new for July, along with a few of my usual character style creations....you can find them HERE...

xx

SNEAK PEEK...

...cripes....so warm at the mo, but we shouldnt complain really....I love the summer and so far, it's been a good one...

...here's just a little peek at Bernard....one of the images being released tomorrow for the Offer of the Month...



....can't believe where the month has gone.....we managed to get away one weekend to Woolacombe and had a wonderful time.....camping....Mmm....one of the best breaks for a while (if you ignore the sleepless night)...no pics (shame on me)...but a good link HERE....

Hope you have good days.....Sally-Ann..xx

A FREEBIE...

** UPDATE TO THIS POST - due to a few techy problems, I've changed how you can access the freebie...it's now from the main website home page....Once there, click on the link, then right click and 'save image as'.....to a folder of your choice...sorry about that! **

I've popped this freebie on the website...this is a coloured version, but the freebie is black and white so you can colour as you choose...


Have lovely weekends....

Sally-Ann...xx

JUST GOT BACK FROM...AND A SNEAK PEEK

...just back from a week ...here...



...our view from the tent every day...I know, the word 'tent' spoils it for some, but it was fun - honest!....and you know it's the place I love the most...so I don't really care what we stay in...

and we had this delight most days...



...and this was my little space on the beach...



...oooh...and we had lots of these too...



...and here's a little sneak peek of tomorrow's release....Olive (sister of Arthur)...

...and now I must catch up, once little one is tucked up snug after tea....

Back soon....xx

NEW RELEASES - FOR THE MEN...

...the new images for the men in our lives are now available on the website HERE ...they include - 3 new Jim images....and this one....



xx

A SNEAK PEAK....AND SOME NEWS...

...cripes....it's all or nothing with me this week....so this post covers a few little bits and bobs...

First of all, just to announce that I am no longer on the Willow Sketchie DT....I had a fab time working with Sharon's gorgeous products, and it was great to work with such a wonderful and talented DT team - I shall miss it.....but what that means for you, is there is an opportunity for a new DT member....you can find the info here ....and a huge thank you to Sharon and the team for a fab few months.

....and just to announce that the "Copics" have arrived at the Stamp Galaxy - and at great prices too...

...and here's a little peak of one of my new Jim designs that will be available on the website tomorrow....aimed at the men in our lives cos they can be a tad tricky to make cards for...



...and don't forget there is a great charity Jim STAMP available at DewDrop Craftz too....

Phew....thinks that's it.....but back tomorrow when the new downloads are ready...

xx

PAPERTAKE WEEKLY...MEETS PUDDLEDUCK

...so excited when our post finally arrived today...(the other day we got it at 4.30!)...and amongst the 'file on table for another day stuff', I saw my fab pink package from Toodles and Binks....who incidentally will be stocking Copics very, very soon at their Stamp Galaxy shop...

So, meet Puddleduck Pothington...one of my latest releases from the McDoodles Farm range....(can't take any credit for the fab names by the way)...He was perfect for this weeks Papertake Weekly Challenge where the theme is 'animal antics'....


I coloured the image with PM's and a titchy bit of orange Copic....the gorgeous papers are from My Minds Eye and the greeting comes with the stamp...

Hope you all have fabulous Sundays......xx

MEET RUBY...

...and she is available HERE today.........xx

A NEW RELEASE....FOR CHARITY

....oooh, it's all go today...but all great things so that's good...

I've just heard, that my new Jim stamp has been released by DewDrop Craftz.....this one makes me chuckle because of his little podgy tum, but on a serious note, I designed him especially for a men's cancer charity - Orchid, that Nikki at DewDrop Craftz has kindly chosen to support.



Hope you like him....


Is that all from me today? Oooh nooo.....my latest digi download will sneak peak here a little later....

xx

CHARISMA CARDZ CHALLENGE...

...as a sponsor for the Charisma Cardz Challenge, I was pleased to be asked to be a Guest DT again this week....the fab theme this time is "A Star is Born"...so use one or more stars on your project...


I used my little Spaceman Josh and coloured him with PM's..(cool grey 1 and 3, ice grey 1, blush and rose pink for his little cheeks) and a bit of white gel pen for accents. The fab stars were from the pound shop, and the paper is my all time fave for space themed cards and is from Tinkering Ink....must get some more if I can....Mmmm...just popped on their site and got side-tracked with all the colour and lushious-ness.....

...and a bit later on, I shall pop on my next new release sneak peek.....

Have lovely days.....xx

WILLOW SKETCHIE...

...it's Willow Sketchie time again and this week there is a fabulous sketch from Katy, with the added twist to use buttons, bows and brads.....as well as a super cute new download which is available from Willow Designs...





I coloured Willow with PM's and decided to go with a nice sunny theme for my card...to remind us how nice it was a few days ago...lol....Make sure you pop over and see all the other DT members wonderful creations and it would be great if you could join us too...

Back very soon with another Guest DT card.....xx

WILLOW SKETCHIE SNEAK PEEK...

...It's Willow Sketchie day tomorrow so here's a little sneak peek of my DT creation...



...and talking of sneak peeks, I've just heard the fabulous news that my new Toodles and Binks images are now released....Puddleduck Pothington and Sid Silvertrail...fab names huh....and you can see them in full HERE...

Back tomorrow with my Willow DT card....another Guest DT card, plus perhaps another sneak peek of a cutey creation....xx

BLOG CANDY...

...hope you all had gorgeously sunny days as we did here today...a bit nippy too, but the colour of the sky made up for it...

Just to say, there's another chance to win some blog candy over at Toodles and Binks at the moment.......and it involves one of my new releases for this month too...

Here's the sneak peeks.....Mmmmmm....wonder what they could be....hee



xx

MEET ARTHUR...

...a cheeky little chappy...available on the website today...



...and I got my cutey character inspiration from here.....which also means Olive will follow shortly too.......xx

CHARISMA CARDZ CHALLENGE...

...it's my turn to sponsor the prize for the Charisma Cardz challenge this week, and here's the Guest DT card I made using a great sketch from Vee....would be great if you can join in too.



I used the family sing-song image which is available HERE ....

....Mmmm....this card has been ready a while, but I'll try and get a better pic....a titch too dark for my liking.

Hope you're having lovely days...xx

PTW...AND MY FIRST CLIVE CARD...

...here's my card for this week's Papertake Weekly using a fabulous sketch from Dawny P. I used my new Clive Cockran stamp from Toodles and Binks.....and produced this very bright and cheery creation...Stamp Galaxy are offering 10% off their stock at the mo, but you'd best be quick!


I coloured Clive and the image using Promarkers and Copics x 2, and mounted one with 3D foam....the spotty paper is My Minds Eye...and the heart buttons are from Poppicrafts...xx

ANOTHER RELEASE AT DEWDROP CRAFTZ...

...again, another one for those tricky men's cards.....'Jim fishing' has been released as a stamp....and is available now.



xx

A LOVELY WEEKEND...

...after my busy week last week doing the finishing tweaks on my website, it was good timing that we had a lovely break booked for the weekend, in Devon. Friends of my Mum have a lovely wooden chalet which we were able to book at very reasonable price...and we had a fab time as the weather was wonderful....and as you know, we love the sea...

We stayed in the South Hams near Bigbury on Sea...here's a couple of shots from the top of Burgh Island...




...and here's a few pics from Dartmouth....gorgeous huh!





....and now back to reality....

Hope you all have lovely weeks....and I will try and catch up with you at some point. xx

MY NEW WEBSITE IS OPEN...

I'm pleased to say that my new website is up and running so you can purchase all my downloads by clicking on the above. New designs will be added shortly too - as will lots more card examples.....A HUGE, HUGE thanks to my Design Team for coming up with some wonderful creations for my new designs for this month xxx Check them out in the new shop gallery .

Here's just one of the yummy creations by Sue...


There is also a new blog digistampboutique.blogspot.com
so if you were a follower of Grab-A-Doodle-Do, we'd love you to follow our new blog too...

....and make sure you check out the competition....details on the website.

Hope you like it...xx (and it also means a bit of normality returns next week...and some very much needed blog hopping!)

WILLOW SKETCHIE...

...after what seems like an age, it could be a busy day of posting for me....lots to share and a few cards to post too...

To begin with, here's our Willow Sketchie challenge set by the lovely Heidi this week...the challenge being....to follow the sketchie and make anything other than a card!.....and here's another twist:

...instead of using a download or stamps for your image..I want you to use a picture, it can be of a family member, pet, food, baby..flower..or if your not sure of that try cutting an image from a magazine.



...and here's my take...a very bright and breezy digi scrapbook page...to brighten up a rather dull and dreary day.....pop over to see the other fab DT creations...and why not join us too..



Back later...xx

PTW AND COLOUR, CREATE...

...just a quickie using the fab sketch from Dawny on Papertake Weekly, and the green, brown and orange challenge on Colour Create....I know they didn't say use 'bright green', but I am a bit partial to bright and whacky colours...



I used my new Jim stamp from DewDrop Craftz and will deffo keep this card for hubby for Father's Day...coloured with PM's/Copics....the orange paper is My Mind's Eye and I cut out and mounted the beer mug using 3-D foam...

Right....best crack on.....Caitlin had one of the those 'poorly days' yesterday where they are flat out for the day and then suddenly bounce back in the evening....good old Calpol huh!

xx

MY GUEST DT...

Morning everyone!...hope you all enjoyed the sunny weather this week. Things are still keeping me busy with the website, but I'm hoping it could be launched at some point next week...!

However....just a bit more news, I can now announce my first guest DT for May and June.....and these lovely ladies produce the most fabulous creations, so if you don't know them already, pop over and have a nosey. I'm very pleased indeedy that they wanted to join my team, so thank you...

Kim
Donna
Pops
Sue

....and I know I still haven't managed to catch up with my blog hopping, but I will soon - promise....

Have lovely weekends...

Sally-Ann...xx

FOR THOSE TRICKY MEN IN OUR LIVES...

...you know what it's like making mens cards! Well, that's why I created Jim...and now I'm pleased to say that Nikki has just released the first image as a stamp...available at DewDrop Craftz....fab for Father's Day perhaps...




Also, can I just apologise for my complete lack of blog-hopping recently....I will get back to it soon and thank you to those who have passed me awards....I shall pick them up shortly!...and I'm always grateful to receive them.

Oooooooh....and I must just show you this Eric card...fab job Adele....love it...xx

I CAN NOW REVEAL MY DT - WOHOO....

A huge thank you to everyone who applied to be on my DT - I was overwhelmed with the response...So, after much (and very hard) decision making I can now reveal my fab five....

In no particular order:

Zoe (aka Mrs Wonka)
Nikki
Denise
Beth
Lisa

If you don't know them already, you must pop over and see their wonderful work.

Re my criteria, I decided in the end not to choose those already involved in a DT with my designs, or on any other digi download team....However, as per my email that you should have received today, I will be asking some of you to appear as Guest DT's from time to time ...and my first Guest DT will be revealed very shortly!

My new website should be up and running very shortly too, so watch this space....

Sally-Ann xx

AND ANOTHER...

...ah ha....I see that Clive has been released now....and the blog candy comp is still running.....pop over HERE...xx

HERE'S WHERE I'VE BEEN...

...in beautiful Cornwall...and here's a pic of Caitlin enjoying herself at our special and favourite place...St Ives...(on the 'day' the sun came out to play) and now I really must get on with things....tea, washing, tidying....all that ZZzzzz stuff...lol



Thank you to all those who have applied to be on my DT....I will be in touch over the next few days....so watch this space.....and have lovely weekends....


Sally-Ann...xx

MY SECRET IS OUT...

...finally, I can now reveal the 'creative secret' I've been holding back from some time....and tis very exciting...

Some of you will know that I'm a huge Toodles and Binks fan, so I was over the moon when I was asked by the lovely Kay to be a guest DT and design a range of stamps for them...the first one has been released today and you can also see a pic/some info about me which could be a first for most of you! Tis rather a large pic of me and I'm sure I made it much smaller.....hee.

Here's where you can see the first design....and a huge thank you to Kay for this opportunity to be on the team...I believe there is still a comp running to guess the theme of the stamps.....if you're quick......ooooooh.....and please tell me what you think xx

WILLOW SKETCHIE...

...here's my DT card for this weeks Willow Sketchie....using the fabulous new Winnie download (....other half of Walter)....isn't she gorgeous!.....The added twist this week is 'flippin fab' and you can flip and twist one or more of the elements. I used the backing paper that comes with the download too.





Pop over and see all the DT cards as they are fabulous....

....I'll be back in a bit with a photo of where I've been this week....and thanks for all your emails and sorry I haven't been in touch with all of you yet....I've still got loads to read! Eeeek.

Sally-Ann....xx (oooooh....doesn't time fly!)

PRUDENCE AND PERCIVAL - NOW AVAILABLE...

...here they are....in their full quirky-ness...and you can get them HERE xx

JUST A PEEK OF PRUDENCE...

....and hopefully a Percival will join her too....available very soon...xx

SECRET CRAFTER SATURDAY CHALLENGE...

...hurray....managed to get a challenge card made, although it was a toss up between doing that or chores before we went out ..... as you can see, the chores are still waiting...and wait they shall...

Here's my entry for the SCSC where the theme this week is 'stripes'....I've used my new Toodles & Binks - Amelie Bunnykins stamp - told you I loved her - just so sweet.



I coloured the image with PM's, the flowers are Hero Arts and the stripey paper is DCWV.

As we're away next week, I'm hoping to pop on a newie download later...so I could be back...

xx

A SNEEKY PEEK OF RUSSELL...

...and there's a Rosie teddy bear too...available here now...

** EDITED ** ...and here's Russell in full! I've used a 5x5 card and coloured him with PM's...the fab green DP is Making Memories....and the flowers are Hero Arts. Mini message from Craftwork Cards.



Thank you so much for all the interest in my DT position so far....it's going to be very tricky......eeek......xx (Here's the info if you missed it)

SOME RATHER EXCITING NEWS...

...hi all....hope you've had lovely weekends...(the news is at the end of the post, but the first bit is too cute to skip over)

The weather was so warm and sunny in the UK and we managed to get out for a walk in the local hills yesterday and saw lots of little lambs, and some who were more than ready to be born! I've seen babies move in ladies tummy's, but not baby lambs wriggling away....it really was a peculiar sight indeed...but amazing too.

Anyway, here's a little pic of two little cuties that we managed to get close enough to. Cute huh.



The first bit of news is about the brand new digi stamp challenge blog that has recently been set up by the very talented and lovely Chris and Sandra. Its a fab opportunity for those of us who adore digi images, so why not pop over and join in. As it's the first challenge, there's an amazing prize up for grabs too....and you can use any digi image/paper in your work.

DT NEWS
....and the megga amazing news for me, is that my website will be up and running very, very soon! Wo-hoo! I'll give more details just before launch, but I'm really looking forward to having more control over things and making it easier to see what digi images are available.

So, that leads me very nicely to my DT call! Although I wont be running a challenge myself (as the above suits very well, as do most), I still would like to involve FIVE very talented crafters who will be creating projects/cards with both new and existing designs to ensure things are ready for my website launch, and for new collections in the future.

Initially it will be for a 3-month period....and I may also include other guest designers now and then too. All I ask is that you are a keen digi stamp crafter and have a blog.

If you are interested in becoming part of my new Design Team (open world-wide), then please email me with a link to your blog......and yes, I'm sooo looking forward to it all...and tis very exciting indeed! (my email is in my sidebar). The closing date for this is 17th April.

....I do have other creative news, but that's still a secret!....as is the name of my website....xx

COLOUR CREATE...

...here's my card for this weeks Colour Create challenge....where the theme is lilac and blue....and an optional extra of ribbons and swirls....there's some fab DT cards for inspiration.



The swirly blue paper is Papermania and I coloured the flowers/vases with Promarkers. The fab flower is from Poppicrafts (I have all colours now as I love the design, shape and feel of them)... I used some light blue Zoomz just cos I love them at the mo....and also have most colours...

The sun has just come out to play, so I'm popping into town for some retail therapy as nanny is doing the school run today.....ooooh, I feel a COSTA coming on with a nice gossip mag....well, it doesn't hurt now and then...xx

WILLOW SKETCHIE TIME...

...Thursday means it's Willow Sketchie time again...This week it's Sharon's turn for the sketch and we've all used a brand new download...So here's my little creation with the fabulous Walter owl.....and isn't he just the cutest....and my favourite design so far I reckon...I turned the sketch on its side for my card.





The added twist this week is 'glossy accents'.....so I made his eyes all glossy and also used clear Zoomz on my flowers for extra glossyness. I coloured Walter with PM's...and the DP forms part of the download too....Check out the DT's fabulous creations here.....and you can purchase Walter from here...and we'd love to see you join in with the challenge too..

Have lovely Thursdays...xx

PAPERTAKE WEEKLY...AND AN AWARD

...we had a bit of a gloomy day here today....the sun broke for about an hour and that was it.....hey ho...tomorrow is supposed to be better and at least it was dry...

Not much cardage from me this week I'm afraid.....and I've realised with school hols over the next few weeks etc, I may not get much done at all until the end of April! However....I shall think positive, plan my time well and find the time to escape to my world of colour chaos....(well, that's how my craft room ends up after one card...I'm sure I'm not alone in that)...

Here's my entry for this weeks PTW challenge...where there is a recipe of 3 images, 2 ribbons and 1 circle.



I used my new Missy B stamps from DewDrop Craftz....aren't they cute...! Coloured simply using my range of grey Promarkers and a bit of Rose Pink for the cheeks. The paper is My Minds Eye (fab huh!....if you like green that is.....which I do...) and the sentiment from Craftwork Cards....(if you're wondering....my circle element is the button!)

...I received this cool award from the lovely Zoe yesterday - thanks so much! Now....I need to catch up on some blog hopping so off to see who I can pass this on to...




Have good evenings...

xx

WILLOW SKETCHIE...

...it's Willow Sketchie tomorrow and that means it's sneak peak time from all the DT....so, here's mine....



I'll reveal the card in full tomorrow....and you'll see we've used a fabulous new download from Willow Designs called Walter Owl....and he sure is a cutey....xx

MEET THE SNUGGLYS...

...hope you all had lovely weekends...I tidied my craft room....and then made a card...enough said!

Now....here's a little cutey range that has just become available here....

The Snugglys....a range of cutey little animals...for any occasion really.



** edited **

Here's a 5 x 5 card I made earlier...the paper is Making Memories and I coloured the cutey bunny with a 'sandstone' PM...and a tinsy bit of 'rose pink' on her cheeks. The grass is 'lime green' with 'cool grey 1' over the top.



xx (...and yes, there will be more of these soon)

AND THE WINNERS ARE....

...firstly, a huge thanks to everyone who took part....totally amazed by the number..!

So, having checked, removed duplicates, counted, and re-counted....I can now confirm the winner of my blog candy is:

Here are your random numbers:
46
Timestamp: 2009-03-27 22.57.59 UTC

The Crafty Den

Well done Denise and huge congrats to you! Please can you email me with your address details and I'll pop the candy in the post to you on Monday.

...and because of the sheer number of entrants, I thought it only fair to have a 2nd and 3rd place too. So, well done to:

Here are your random numbers:
193
Timestamp: 2009-03-27 22.58.22 UTC


Here are your random numbers:
237
Timestamp: 2009-03-27 22.58.36 UTC

Anita Hovey

and

Patzi

You will each receive one of these sets (everything in the picture), plus a download of your choice:



Can all winners contact me by 8pm Sunday evening (UK time).....thank you.


...and I hope you all have lovely weekends!


Sally-Ann....xx

**** BLOG CANDY ****

***THIS BLOG CANDY IS NOW CLOSED....THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO TOOK PART. PLEASE SCROLL DOWN FOR CURRENT POSTS AND I WILL ANNOUNCE THE WINNER TOMORROW MORNING***



This candy is just to say a huge thanks to all my lovely readers/friends who pop over for a nosey and leave some wonderful comments that make me smile, and also to celebrate some of the fab things that have been going on lately.....eg, some of my designs being released as clear stamps shortly by DewDrop Craftz, my DT position for Willow Sketchie, and a couple of others....but you'll have to wait to hear those..lol

All you need to do is leave me a comment ON THIS POST, and spread the word about my blog candy by posting details and a link back on your blog. Becoming a Follower would be fab too, but not essential.

If you don't have a Blog, don't worry, you can still be in with a chance by leaving a comment and becoming a follower of my Blog.

So, what will you receive?

******

Making Memories Goodies
Multi pack Kate - 24 sheets of 12x12 in 6 designs (pink and green)
Multi pack Emma - 24 sheets of 12x12 in 6 designs (purpley blue and green)
Kate trims - (to co-ordinate with the paper) (8 x 1 yard)
Emma trims - (to co-ordinate with the paper) (8 x 1 yard)
Kate ribbons and brads - (to co-ordinate with the paper)
Emma ribbons and brads - (to co-ordinate with the paper)

Basic Grey - Precision File set - a must for distressing card stock and embellies

Say it with Flowers - pastels - approx 30 paper flowers in a cute metal tub
Say it with Flowers - brights - approx 30 paper flowers in a cute metal tub

Scrappy Cat clear stamp set - a range of 'Thank Yous' and quirky cute flower designs

Papermania Adhesive stones - clear

Daisy Bucket Clearly Petite Stamp - Fancy Flourish

Diamond Stickles

Approx 30 silver coloured charms (as seen)

...and finally - two digital downloads of your choice from my Grab-A-Doodle-Do digital download shop - there will be additional designs added next week to choose from too.

******

*** You have until 8pm (UK time) on Friday 27th March to take part. I will draw the winning entry by random.org and will post the name of the winner on the Saturday.....and I will post world-wide. ***

So...Good luck everyone!...........Sally-Ann...xx

(PS - you can only enter once)

MMMmmm...CUPCAKES...

...cripes...the end of the week already! Although, I can say it's been a good week and I got loads achieved from my 'to do' list for once....

I'm also pleased to say that one of my cupcake images has been released as a stamp today...



...and here's a card I made with it....I stamped the image a few times and then layered all the cakes with 3-d foam....coloured with PM's, Copics and a tinsy bit of sparkle.



You can purchase the stamp HERE.

...and now that image has made me peckish, so I'm off for some lunch....

xx

THREE NEWIES TODAY...A BIG WOW....AND PTW

...I am so blown away by the number of you that have entered my blog candy and for all the lovely sweet comments you have left too....thank you so much - it finishes at 8pm UK time tomorrow and I will announce the winner on Saturday...along with 2nd and 3rd places - well, I just had to huh!

...and as promised, here are my new downloads for this week - so if you are a winner, you'll be able to choose from these too...

All of these download sheets are available in my download shop now...

"OUT OF THIS WORLD"...some space themed images...here's one:



"PRETTY FLOWERS - COLLECTION 2"...so many uses.....here's one:



"JIM - JUST CHILLIN' "...a fun little chap, doing all his favourite things....here's one:



This is also my card for Papertake Weekly where there is wonderful sketch from Dawny. I coloured Jim with Promarkers and chalks, and the wonderful stripey paper is from the Morris Dance kit available as a download from Kaboodle Doodles. The clear accent Zoomz are from The Stamp Galaxy.

Hope you all have wonderful Thursdays...xx

ERIC HAS ARRIVED...

...first of all - a huge thank you to everyone who has left comments or become a follower as a result of my blog candy post.....I'm overwhelmed with the response so far so thank you so much......and there's still a few days left too..!

I'm also pleased today as I've just found out that Eric is now available at DewDrop Craftz as from today....



...and here's the card I made the other day with the stamp - some of you will have seen this already...



Hope you all have wonderful Tuesdays and I will try and catch up with my blog hopping later...xx

COLOUR CREATE AND STAMP SOMETHING...

...hope you all had lovely weekends....I managed to get a good mix of creating and time with the family....and as the sun was shining too, pretty much a perfect weekend...

However, it was very sad to hear about Jade Goody yesterday ....RIP Jade and my thoughts are with your family and little boys...xx

On to my challenge card....and I've entered two new ones this week....been meaning too since they started...eeek!



Colour Create - I must admit I love the colours for the theme this week and everything I used I had. The added twist was not to use any design papers...

With that in mind, I created a subtle pattern on my green card using Versamark Clear and a sweet little Hero Arts butterfly...the green paper behind Lilly has been softly distressed with a navy ink...

I used my new Lilly stamp (see my post yesterday) and paper pieced her dress and bow....I also layered the flowers that I coloured with PMs first. I added little gems to the centre of the flowers and coloured Lilly with PMs too.

...the yummy green flowers are from Poppicrafts - save some for me as I adore the shape and style so will be going back for every colour there is....The cream textured flowers are Hero Arts.

Stamp Something - the theme this week is 'Spring' and I think these colours are very Springy....there's also a fab Whiff of Joy/Elizabeth Bell stamp up for grabs too...

Stamp - Lilly & Flowers from DewDrop Craftz
Green flowers - Poppicrafts
Cream flowers - Hero Arts
Ribbon - American Crafts
Greeting - Craftwork Cards
Brads - Dovecraft I think...!
MS punch.

Back later in the week...xx

AN AWARD AND A 'MUST SEE'...

...I've received this thank you award from the lovely Joey - thank you so much - very kind of you as I haven't been the best blogger lately, but I still try to pop by everyone.



So a huge thanks to everyone who pops by and finds the time to say hello on my blog too...I've really tried to pass it on, but looking around I see a lot of you have it already...and I am a bit late posting it too so that doesn't help.

Now...do you fancy a chance at winning an exceedingly cute Easter bunny stamp as well as some easter treats too, then pop over here....I must admit, I fell in love a little - lol...xx

*** PRESS RELEASE ***

... hope you're all having a relaxing Mother's Day....(if you're a Mum of course...!)

Now, here's some exciting news!!...my first stamp design has been released at DewDrop Craftz today...the first from a range that will be released over the next week or so...



Thanks so much Nikki...you've made my day very smiley indeed...

...and now I'm off to take my Mum out to The Range....well, we all need to have treats today don't we...!...especially as I've received this news today...

xx

SECRET CRAFTER SATURDAY CHALLENGE...

...this week on SCSC the theme is to make a card with your favourite colour scheme....and one stands out a mile for me as most of my cards on here are this - pink and green.....although in the winter I love pink and blue or brown...

So here's my little creation....I used a couple of my download images for this one...My new Lottie image and also one of the flower backgrounds which I resized a little.



I coloured Lottie and the background with PM's and then added a pink H20 on the flowers and butterfly.

The green flower paper is my fave of all time and I've only got a smidgen left now....think its Doodlebug and have had for yonks....I'll be on the search for it now.

Hope you're having lovely weekends in this glorious weather we're having......Oooooh....and dont forget my Blog Candy which you can find here.

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MEET LOTTIE...

...some of you may remember this little cutey pie from a previous stamp design I produced...I've made a couple of little tweaks and she is available as a single download now....
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PAPERTAKE WEEKLY ...

...was a beautiful sunny day in the end, but wasn't this morning a bit Brrrr...I even popped the heating back on after my yucky trip to the dentist...

So, for Papertake Weekly, here's a bright and cheery card for a bright and cheery day...the theme this week is 'something edible', and I'm able to confirm that Easter Eggs are very edible, as I have so far eaten quite a variety of things....that were supposed to be kept for other people....but I know they can be replaced, so I give in very easily....hey ho.

...and this is my first Chirpy card....


I coloured the image with PM's and a bit of sparkle on the dots....The stripey paper is Kay and Co and the ribbon is Making Memories (from memory - lol)...and the yummy Zoomz are from The Stamp Galaxy.

Oooooh...before I forget....pop back tomorrow as I may have a little blog candy for ya....

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