Magnolia Down Under Challenge #45 - Paper Tole

This week's challenge at Magnolia Down Under is to use paper tole - you need to give your images a 3D effect. I love this technique - it may take a some extra time but the results are worth it. Mind you - I may have gone a little overboard with this card - LOL. I've toled 4 different Magnolia images - the stone window, Tilda, Little Fairy Tilda and the snail (my touch of whimsy - LOL).

The stone window has 3 layers - the outside scene, the window and the stones and mantel around the window. I used a stylus to shape the "stones" around the window to give them a more curved shape. I've also used my stylus on the snail shell - not that you can tell here - LOL.

My DP is from Magnolia and came from Kellie's Tickled Pink Stamps store. The flowers are from both Bizzy Bec's and TPS. I've used my MS punch to create the trellis - which has been glittered up with dazzling diamonds. The leaves are from my new SU bird punch - the branch he sits on - these are great branches for other uses too!

Now don't forget to pop on over to MDUC and check out the rest of the AWESOME inspiration from this week's DT group.

And if you missed it scroll down to my earlier post revealing Tickled Pink Stamps newest gal - Evie!

I'm entering this into Just Magnolia's "It Takes Two" challenge and Bizzy Bec's "Embellishments and Bling" Challenge.

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Meet EVIE by Tickled Pink Stamps

This is Evie - the second of five fabulous new Lolita stamps by Tickled Pink Stamps - isn't she the cat's meow - LOL. I can just imagine her on Halloween cards, birthday cards, etc - she soo funky and fun! There are some more AMAZING cards done by the TPS DT using Evie HERE and if you leave a comment on the TPS blog you have a chance of winning this cutie for yourself. The Lil Lolita stamps will be up for pre-order on the very last preview day starting midnight.

Once again I used Kellie's sketch for the new TPS monthly challenge - it's such an easy sketch to use! The DP I used is from SU - it's part of their Halloween release last year and which my lovely friend Donna kindly sent me to play with - it goes brilliantly with the spiderweb embossing folder and these beautiful colours. The sentiment was computer generated.

Now the DT were having a little fun with Da Boss Lady - when you look at the DT cards check out how many have varying shades of red hair - in honour of the lovely Kellie! Each of the characters released will have at least one red head amongst them - LOL.

Don't forget to pop back tomorrow to meet Lolita number 3!

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Meet IVY - A New Image From Tickled Pink Stamps

Please meet IVY - she's the first of FIVE gorgeous gals that Tickled Pink Stamps would like to introduce you to from the NEW Lil Lolita range by Tickled Pink Stamps!!! The DT have been having sooo much fun with this new range of stamps and you should check out the AMAZING work they have come up with HERE as well as have a chance to win this cutie for yourself. We all think Kellie is on a winner with these fabulous gals! AND Ivy is also part of Tickled Pink Stamps very first sketch challenge. FYI - the stamps will cost $10.65 each, they are un-mounted and will be up for pre-order on the very last preview day starting midnight.

This fabulous sketch was designed by Da Boss Lady herself - and you can enter the challenge HERE for a chance to win an amazing prize. Our challenges run monthly - so you have PLENTY of time to play along - so what are you waiting for????

The DP I've used is from Basic Grey and the flower is made from layers of scrunched hydrangea flowers - I had some just the right colour and thought I'd experiment. I added a touch of stickles to the edges too. My MS border punch, butterfly punch, crimper and sizzix flourish die also came out for a play!

Don't forget to pop back tomorrow and meet our second gorgeous gal! We'll be revealing one new image each day for the next five days - so sit back and enjoy the ride! 

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It's Blog Candy Time at Spesch Stamps

Tracey is offering this fabulous Blog Candy to one lucky person over at Spesch Designer Stamps. It's very easy to enter - all you need to do is post this candy on your blog and leave a link in Mr Linky HERE of your post. Tracey will draw a winner on the 15th of May - the same day as Spesch Designer Stamps have their next release.

What's in the candy????

- Spesch Stamps Bonnie Clear Stamp
- Spesch stamps up coming release clear stamps x 2 (they're a surprise for now).
- Mad for Markers Neenah Solar white small pack of 25
- 3x Copic markers - E000, E00, E21 (the colours I use for skin colouring).
- Memento ink pad (not in the picture)
- 3 x Imaginisce clear stamps
- Delish 6x6 paper pack
- Pink Paislee 365degrees 6x6 paper pack
- 1 metre of lace
- 4x bunches of gardenia's
- 7x bunches of cherry blossoms
- Pearl pin pack.
- Bella pearls
- Bella ribbon slides
- Nellie Snellen leaf punch

So pop on over and GOOD LUCK!

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Oh, Alice Chapter 11 - Little People...Big Wonderland

Tweedledum and Tweedledee set the theme for this week's challenge over at Oh, Alice. Those two curious little Tweedles have asked us to create a card, layout, or project for a CHILD.

I can't believe I've missed soo many Oh,Alice "chapters" - too much other DT work to get done! And guess what - in a way THIS is for one of my DTs too - LOL. This week I was asked to use these cute Baby Buds and some buttons for Tickled Pink Stamps. I thought this cute guy would look adorable as the Tweedle Twins - his real name is Owie.
 

The heart buttons were made using THIS fabulous tutorial from Whiff of Joy Inspirations Blog. I first saw them on the Divine Miss Dena's blog and thought WOW - I gotta try THOSE out - LOL. They were simple and sooo much fun!
 
The gorgeous DP is from Websters.
 
And don't forget Kellie has these fabulous personalised stamps for sale at Tickled Pink Stamps too - if you can't find them instore check back - Kellie will be listing them again soon! Or stop in and get a Gift Voucher for Mother's Day!!!
 
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The Excitement's Building at Tickled Pink Stamps!

At midnight this Friday (Melbourne time) there are a lots of exciting things happening at Tickled Pink Stamps. The Tickled Pink Stamps DT are going to start showing you what we've been up too recently with Tickled Pink Stamps new range of fabulous stamps, AND we're launching our very first Tickled Pink Stamps Challenge too. Trust me - you WON'T want to miss any of the fun or amazing work by the DT!!!

Here's a little sneak peek for you....

And don't forget Kellie is now shipping her stamps internationally so you gals and guys from overseas make sure you check out the fun too. Be sure to pop over to the Tickled Pink Stamps Challenge blog and become a follower, add our badge to your side bar and then put your name into Mr Linky for a chance to win an amazing prize.

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Burtonesque Dolls Challenge #1 - Stripes

Welcome to the very first Burtonesque Dolls Challenge. The challenge is to use STRIPES in your design - they can be straight, wavy, diagonal or any which way you like! We have proudly been sponsored by Stamp Insanity and this fabulous image - Lita - is one of three that the challenge winner will win!

Along with Lita I've used some funky DP from my stash - I believe it's from Cherry Arte. I used my cuttlebug star embossing folder to give Lita a Rock Star background and then gave her the celebrity glitz by coating it with Dazzling Diamonds. The black ring was cut with my nesties. The swirls are made using my sizzlits die and the rose is made using Lauren Meader's Rambling Rose Cut File -check it out HERE. I've used my Craft Robo to cut out the flower layers - though I didn't use the large scallop looking piece but 2 of the largest flower pieces instead. I also just scrunched the petals rather that making the rose more formal like Lauren's. The sentiment was computer generated.

Now off you go to check out the rest of the AMAZING inspiration from the rest of the Dolls HERE. I look forward to seeing YOUR take on this fun challenge!

And congratulations #37 Carolyn -  you are my blog hop winner for the 3 Spesch Designer Digital Stamps - please email me at rdpam@hotmail.com to claim your prize. Thanx to everyone who commented, it made my day.

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Miss May for Mo's Dream Team

Boy did I get some exciting news last week - I got chosen to be a part of Mo Manning's Dream Team for the month of May - that's right - I'm Miss May - wooohooooo. Of course I was going to go ALL out and make myself a sash and parade around all month wearing it - but my kids wouldn't let me - Kill Joys!!! I have been a HUGE fan of Mo's images ever since my friend Kellie introduced me to them at Stamp Camp last year. I have addictions to some stamp companies, and these cuties are one of them.

I really wanted to celebrate being chosen as Miss May and thought of all the times I enjoy celebrating. Christmas HAS to be the top of my list - it's Summer here in Australia, it's a time for everyone to celebrate and I get to deck my house out in all it's Christmas glory - it only takes me 3 days to unpack the boxes and put everything out - haven't figured out WHY it's takes a week to put it all away after?!?!?!

So I made my first Christmas card of the year to start the celebrations....isn't this little guy the cutest - his name is Sticky - watch those fingers on your furniture - LOL!!! I've had him for a while but he missed out on last Christmas - so it's only fair he helps me celebrate now! You can find him at Mo's store HERE.

Once again I've used my Martha Stewart border punch to frame my image - check out Norma's amazing tutorial on how to do this HERE - simple and yet FABULOUS! The DP is from Basic Grey's Figgy Pudding range. The candy cane has been covered is sparkle using my clear spica pen - it looks great IRL.

Once again THANX to Mo's Dream Team for having me along for the ride this month!

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Delicious Papercrafting Open For Business!

YAY - Kristy's store Delicious Papercrafting is now OPEN for business - Sorry Australian residents only!!!! I wanted to show you another of the Sweet Pea stamps I bought from her - I've been hanging onto these gals waiting to show them off once the store was open! After the dramatic black, red and white of my last Sweet Pea card I decided on more muted tones for this gorgeous gal! And my favourite colour green makes an appearance too.

The DP is from one of my Basic Grey paper pads - I know Kristy is stocking some of these as well as some other AMAZING papers - there goes my bank balance again - LOL.

These Sweet Pea gals amaze me - they really do seem to come to life as you colour them and those eyes - wow - they just seem to follow you! I have one more I haven't coloured - but I think I have just found another rubber addiction - hey at least it's legal - LOL.

And to celebrate the opening Kristy has some fabulous Blog Candy on offer. Check it out HERE.

OK - am off to shop - LOL

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Spesch Stamps Blog Hop

Hi and welcome to Spesch Designer Stamps first ever blog hop. You should have arrived from Paola's blog - however if you haven't, you can always hop back HERE to the Spesch Stamps Blog and start the hop from the beginning.

Today I'd like to introduce you to Kei - isn't she just the sweetest!!! Everyone on the DT will be showcasing this cutie - but they're not all the same! This one is Kei with Butterfly Balloon. I have used a square doily behind my Webster's DP - I loved the fact that there were butterflies flying in the background. The base DP is from Basic Grey - you can just see it peeking out from behind the doily.

Your next visit on the hop is Tracey's blog.

And just as a little sweetener for stopping by - someone who leaves a message on all of the DT posts has the chance to win the entire collection.

Have fun!

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