Christmas 2015

Christmas 2015

A small peak at my Christmas decorations for this year!

To all my blog friends Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Hugs
Karien

Sleeve card for Christmas

I am entering this Christmas card for 6 challenges...

The Shabby Tea Room
http://theshabbytearoom.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/winter-wonderland.html
Cupcake Inspirations
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/challenge-340.html
Fussy and Fancy Friday Challenge
http://fussyandfancychallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/fussy-and-fancy-challenge-154-happy.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/12/scrapy-land-challenge-32.html
Noor! Design U.L. Challenge
 http://noordesign-uk.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/challenge-13-winter-wonderland.html
Bunny Zoe's Crafts
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/novemberdecember-challenge-sparkle.html

Here is my take on these challenges....

 

Card and sleeve cut with Silhouette
Paper: Textured cardstock, Colormates and Bo Bunny
Tattered Angels Glimmer mist in Frost
Snowflakes: Silhouette America
Snowman, Reindeer and Gift: Spellbinder Die
Bling and pearls from my stash
Stamp: Just Rite Stamps
Card got a final spray of Mister Heuy's Opaque white spray to look like snow

A Christmas Gift Box

I am entering this gift box for 5 challenges.....

Allsorts Challenge Blog

http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/week-341-golden-days.html
Fussy and Fancy Friday Challenge
http://fussyandfancychallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/fussy-and-fancy-challenge-154-happy.html
The Ribbon Girl
http://ribbongirls.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/december-card-challenge.html
Bunny Zoe's Crafts
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/novemberdecember-challenge-sparkle.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/12/scrapy-land-challenge-32.html

Here is my take on these challenges.........

Paper: Colormates and DCWV
Box Pattern Silhouette America
Spellbinder dies: Poinsettia and Foliage
Gold pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts

Snowflake bauble card

I am entering this card  for 6 challenges.............

The Shabby Tea Room
http://theshabbytearoom.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/week-265-holiday-sparkle.html
In the Pink Challenge
http://inthepinkchallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/challenge-84-pink-christmas.html
Fussy and Fancy Friday Challenge
http://fussyandfancychallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/fussy-and-fancy-challenge-154-happy.html
The Ribbon Girl
http://ribbongirls.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/december-card-challenge.html
Bunny Zoe's Crafts
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/novemberdecember-challenge-sparkle.html
Noor! Design U.K.
http://noordesign-uk.blogspot.co.za/2015/12/challenge-13-winter-wonderland.html

Here is my take on these challenges.........

Paper: Textured Cardstock, Pink Glitter cardstock and We R Memorie Keepers
The paper is a lovely pink with white glitter icicles that hang like baubles
Die: Cottage Cutz - Snowflake Ornament
Ribbon and Bling form The Ribbon Girl
Cotton Cord: Cuddly Buddly Crafts
Pearls: Live Love Crafts
Ink: Colorbox Queue - Pastel Pink
Sentiment: Just Rite Stamps
Ink: Archival Ink - Rose Madder

Pink Christmas Bauble

I am entering this card for 5 challenges.....

In the Pink Challenge
http://inthepinkchallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/challenge-82-fancy-fold-or-shaped-card.html
The Shabby Tea Room
http://theshabbytearoom.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/week-264-o-christmas-tree.html
The Ribbon Girl
http://ribbongirls.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/ribbon-girl-november-use-any-image.html
Noor! Design UK
http://noordesign-uk.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/challenge-12-anything-goes.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/11/scrapy-land-challenge-30.html


Here is my take on these challenges.....

Texture cardstock, BoBunny
Silk Ribbon: The Ribbon Girl
Button from my stash
Frantage in Vintage rose
Stamp: Prima
Pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Poinsettia die: Spellbinders
Bauble shaped card from American Silhouette

Christmas gift box

I am entering this Christmas Gift Box for 5 challenges....

Cupcake Inspirations
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/challenge-335.htm
Allsorts Challenge Blog
http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/week-336-ribbons-and-bows.html
Fussy and Fancy Friday Challenge
http://fussyandfancychallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/10/fussy-and-fancy-challenge-151-flowers.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/11/scrapy-land-challenge-29.html
Noor! Design UK Challenge blog
http://noordesign-uk.blogspot.co.za/2015/11/challenge-12-anything-goes.html

Here is my take on these challenges.............
Box made specially for a slab of Lindt Lindor Chocolate...

Paper: Graphics 45
Ribbon: The Ribbon Girl
Flower from my stash
Pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Just Rite Stamps
Bauble Tag: Spellbinders die
Box pattern from Silhouette America

Christmas Planner

I am entering this Christmas Planner for 2 challenges....

Bunny Zoe's Crafts
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/october-challenge-shabby-chic-christmas.html
Scrapy Land Challenge
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/10/challenge-28.html

Here is my take on these challenges.....

Paper: Bo Bunny, Imaginisce, glitter cardstock and DCWV
Pattern for Christmas Planner: The Cutting Cafe
Ribbon and pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Gold Ribbon recycled from a previous gift
Dies: Cottage Cutz and Spellbinders
Stamp: Just Rite Stamps
Embossing ink: Ranger and Gold embossing powder
Archival ink: Sap green
Colorbox Ink

Christmas Card and Bag

I am entering this gift bag and card for 3 challenges........

Graphics 45
http://g45papers.typepad.com/graphic45/2015/10/take-the-graphic-45-october-challenge.html#entries
Allsorts Challenge Blog
http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/10/week-333-all-sentimental_18.html
Bunny Zoe's Craft
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/october-challenge-shabby-chic-christmas.html

Here is my take on these challenges....

Paper Bag from The Factory Plaza
Flowers, leaves, berries and pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Bead fringe, string and ribbon from my stash
Die: Spellbinders
Doilies: Trim Craft
Paper: Graphics 45 and Colormates
Colorbox Inks
Circle punch
Stamps: Just Rite Stamps

Pink Heart for Christmas

Finally I am back in blogland.............been absent for too long!!!

I am entering this wooden heart decorated for christmas for 4 challenges.....

The Ribbon Girl Blog
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/october-colour-challenge
In the Pink Challenge
http://inthepinkchallenge.blogspot.co.za/2015/10/challenge-80pink-ribbon.html
Bunny Zoe's Crafts
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/10/october-challenge-shabby-chic-christmas.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/10/challenge-27.html

Here is my take on these challenges..........

I bought the wooden heart for a few rands at a local store it was already washed in white.
Paper used to cover the heart: Bo Bunny
White paint
Angel, bells and Twine from my stash
Flowers and pink pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Pink Ribbon and Tulle: The Ribbon girl
Die: Memory Box Inc
Zipper end with glass bead: Prima
Doily: Trim Craft
Stamps: Stampendous and Bo Bunny
Frantage in Shabby Pink and Shabby White

"Blue as the Ocean"

I am entering this tote bag for the following challenge.....

Allsorts Challenge Blog
http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/2015/06/week-317-blue-as-ocean.html

Here is my take on this challenge........from an old pair of denim jeans to tote bag

 
 
 
 
 



Fabric an old pair of denim jeans and lining Stuart Graham
Lace: LLC
Blue Flower: Melissa Francis
Doily: Prima
Pattern for bag sourced from internet: Luscious Bow Bag by Josephine Kimberling

"You are my wish"

Week 4 of GDT at CRAFT Challenge Blog
http://www.trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/
Inspired by a book.....ALADDIN

I am entering this card for another challenge at...

Cuttlebug Mania
http://cuttlebugmania.blogspot.co.uk/

Here is my take on this challenge...............

Paper: Colormates and Textured Cardstock
Bling, doily and ribbon from my stash
Digital Stamp: Scrapper's Delights
Lamp and card cut with Silhouette America
Flower die: Cuttlebug
Lace: The Ribbon Girl ????
Yellow Glitter Spray: Enmarc

Wedding card and gift box

Week 3 as GDT at CRAFT Challenge...

I am entering this project for 5 challenges....

CRAFT Challenge Blog
http://www.trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/
Allsorts Challenge Blog
http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/2015/06/week-315-flower-power.html
Craft for the Craic (Wedding)
http://www.craftforthecraic.blogspot.ie/2015/06/june-challenge-big-occasion.html
Crafting by Design
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com/2015/06/june-anything-goes-challenge.html
Scrapy Land (Yellow-Purple-Green)
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/06/challenge-20.html

Here is my take on these challenges.....

Paper: Prima Marketing and Colormates
Doilies: Melissa Frances
Flowers and Pearls: Wild Orchid Crafts
Lace and Shimmer ribbon: The Ribbon Girl
Dies: Spellbinders and Memory Box Ink
Digital Stamp on the box lid: Eureka Stamps
Sentiment on card: Just Rite Stamp
Image on card: Lili of the Valley
Pattern for the box: Silhouette America

Snowglobe Card

Week 2 as Guest DT at CRAFT Challenge Blog

I am entering this card for 5 challenges......

Cupcake Inspirations
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/2015/06/challenge-313.html
The Ribbon Girl
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/june-card-challenge.html
Bunny Zoe's Craft
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/june-challenge-furry-friends.html
Craft by Design
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com/2015/06/june-anything-goes-challenge.html
Scrapy Land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/06/challenge-19.html
CRAFT Challenge Blog
http://www.trimmiescraftchallenge.blogspot.com/2015/06/challenge-315-11th-of-june-christmas.html


Here is my card for these challenges.........

Paper: Colormates and Textured Cardstock
Image: The Paper Shelter : Santa Selfie
Spellbinder dies: Leaves, tree and reindeer
Ribbon: The Ribbon Girl
Bling, straw, fakesnow (glitter) and flower my stash
White Spray Ink
Pattern for card: The Cutting Cafe

Altered "Watch" Tin

I am entering this altered "Watch" Tin for 4 challenges.....

Cupcake Inspirations
http://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/2015/05/challenge-312.html
Crafting By Designs
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com/2015/06/june-anything-goes-challenge.html
Scrapy land
http://www.scrapyland-blog.com/2015/06/challenge-19.html
Cuttlebug Mania
http://cuttlebugmania.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/bling.html

Here is my take on these challenges......

I altered a "Tempo Watch" Tin and made a "Gift" Tin for father's day.......I will pack Ferrero Rocher chocolates in the tin.........

Paper: Bobunny and Gold Cardstock
Cutting dies: Spellbinders - feathers
Doilie: Melissa Francis
Bling and pearls: Bobunny and Prime
Ribbon form my stash
Just Rite Stamps and dies for sentiment
Gold embossing powder for sentiment

Vintage Baby Diaper Bag

I am entering this Diaper Bag for 2 Challenges at......

Allsorts Challenge Blog
http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/2015/05/week-313-vintage.html
Crafting by Designs
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.com/2015/06/june-anything-goes-challenge.html

Here is my take on these challenges....

Paper: Textured cardstock and Simple Stories
Stickers: Simple Stories
Ribbon: The Ribbon Girl
Diaper Bag: Silhouette America
Twine: DCWV
Button, brads and Tag from my stash
Ink: Colorbox Inks