Elisabeth Bell's Digital Images.....Lil Princes Tutu

When my daughter was little she had a facination with horses, ponies, unicorns, and pegasus'. She was always playing with a horse toy of some kind. "Lil' Princess Tutu" is one of those girls:), like my daughter. I created this card using a different color combination of purple and green. I added buttons, punches, dimentionals, and of course glitter glue. I used cardstock from PTI and DP from Cosmo Cricket.

I used the Sweet Sketch Wednesday Challenge for inspiration. I also participated in the Digital Tuesday Challenge of using punches and I also participated in the Creative Belli Blog of using material or felt Stamptacular Sunday by making your card SOS, for someone special.

Make sure to check out the Elisabeth Bell Digital Store. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next month!

Elisabeth Bell Challenge Blog

The Elisabeth Bell Challenge this month is to make a project using a recipe card. The ironic part of this challenge is that I don't like to cook and exceptr for my Betty Crocker Cookbook there is not a recipe in the house:). So I chose my daughter's favorite hot chocolate we make, from the Ghiradelli cocoa can in our pantry. I added the "Warm Wishes" stamped image. I chose this image from Whiff of Joy. I colored her with Copic markers and popped her up with dimentionals. I added flowers, flourishes, silver studs, a clip, and die cuts. I used DP from Crate and cardstock from PTI. This is the first pop up card I have made and it was fun, easy and allowed for some dimention in the project. I particiapated in the Stamptacular Sunday Challenge of making this card S.O.S, for someone special. I made it for my daughter!

You really can't go wrong when making a card or a layout with one of Elisabeth Bell's images:) Go to the challenge blog and particpate. You may win a wonderful prize!

Make sure to check out the Elisabeth Bell Digital Store. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next month! You can also keep up on all of the Elisabeth Bell news by checking out her facebook page:)

Mel Jen's Inspiration Post and Challenge

This week's challenge at MelJens is to make an Artist Trading Card. These little pieces of art would brighten up anyone's day.

I used one of MelJens new images, called "Apple of My Eye and colored it with Copic Markers. I used DP from K&Co. and cardstock from PTI. I added dimentionals, glitter brads, red jewels, and ribbon.

Even though this card is very simple in design, I think it packs a punch graphically. I particiapated in the Stamptacular Sunday Challenge of making this card S.O.S, for someone special.

Make sure you check out all the wonderful creations by the DT using these images! You can purchase these fabulous images and others from MelJen's Designs at the Whimsy Site.

Dig Bells February Blog Hop

FEBRUARY BLOG HOP......... blog hop, little best friends
FEBRUARY BLOG HOP.........

Hello everyone!!

It is Blog hop time with this month's *NEW* digi !!

It's all about Summer time fun!!
I think that we are all sick of the winter time snow and ice. So on that note I hope you will enjoy all of the refreshing summer time cards that the DT/GDT have to show you with this fun new digi.



Let's welcome ...............
** Little Best Friend's**
to the Elisabeth Bell Digi Collection




I made a fabric topiary and added a tag using the "Little Best Friends" digital image. Because each fabric flower is backed in felt, I had to cut them out by hand. My hands ached for a day after making this. It practically tripled in weight from all the pins and buttons. Now sooner had I finished my daughter snagged it and put it in her room. Easy come, easy go:). I colored my image with Copics and added felt flowers, buttons, and ribbon.

NOW isn't that cute!!!!!!!!
This month we also have several chances to win this months digi. There will be 3 winners. Two (2) different blogs from the hop list will pick one winner from the comments left. SO MAKE SURE THAT YOU LEAVE COMMENTS ON EACH BLOG for better chances to win!!

For the third winner...... We want you to join us in your project making.. You will need to make a card using ANY Elisabeth Bell image using the theme
SUMMER TIME FUN.
Please make sure to link it back to the company where the image can be bought.
A) Upload your card in the Mr. Linky linking back to your blog post not your blog!
B) Cards need to be loaded by Friday February 25 by 10 PM Arizona Time.
For your convenience, our clock is in the upper right corner and is set at Arizona Time. We will pick the winners and have them post to the blog on Saturday February 26. HAVE FUN!!!

Now let's get you started on the hop...........

You should have come to my blog from Lilian's blog and you will go to Patricia's blog from here:)

Lots of eye candy to be seen.......
Janiel
Lynda
Kiki
Jodi-Ann
Lilian
Lisa
Patricia
Denise
Erin
Janneke
Marlena
Digi Bell blog.......with your Summer time fun cards!!!


THANKS FOR HOPPING WITH US this month!!!!!!

Just a quick note: WE HAVE A GUEST DT CALL GOING ON RIGHT NOW you can find the post here if you are interested. But you will have to be quick as it ends next week!!

hugs, the Digi Bell's

Mel Jen's New Release

This week's challenge at MelJens is to make a Birthday Card. I used two of MelJens new images, called "Birthday Cake Mouse" and "Stitched Celebration". I colored them with Copic Markers. I used DP from Cosmo Cricket and cardstock from PTI. I added dimentionals, Stickles, buttons and ric rac.

Here is a confession.....I love Stickles. They make me happy. The colors and the sparkliness. My daughter and I once improved her geography project by outlining the countries in Stickles. Loving them may indeed be genetic.

I have to say this was a difficult card to make. It was super fun to color and I got inspiration from the Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge, Stamptacular Sunday and the Digital Tuesday Challenge. What made it difficult was my paper cutter. My paper cutter was a replacement from another one of the same brand that I fell in love with. When this one arrived it squeeked. It sounded like cats fighting and would often cut my paper unevenly or shred the edges. My husband borrowed it this weekend. When I went in to check on him, he was in the garage "fixing" it. My hubby is super handy and can fix almost everthing so, when he proclaimed that my paper cutter was "better than new" I could not wait to try it. The handle would not stay up and the blade was so loose that I could not cut cardstock. I now am the proud new owner of two new paper cutters. Both are functional. My hubby is the best, he really did fix the old one:) LOL:)

Make sure you check out all the wonderful creations by the DT using these images! You can purchase these fabulous images and others from MelJen's Designs at the Whimsy Site.

Copic Classes at Simply Scrapping Crafts....

I have some wonderful news..................................

Simply Scrapping Crafts is offering Copic Classes Online!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Learn to master your Copic Markers. Figure out how to determine light source. Receive critique and have live chats to help you with any problems. Also, receive over $30.00 free in digital stamps. THAT'S RIGHT...free digital stamps. These classes are taught in a unique way. The goal is for EVERYONE to master the technique and color with confidence. Learning will happen through video lessons, resource documents and live chat. This is a multi-modal learning technique in order to maximize your learning. Four classes are offered: Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2.

Make sure to check out Simply Scrapping and Crafts to get more information regarding lessons, prices, and sign up. Classes are starting.....will you be there??????????????

Also, check out SSC for the latest challenges, tutorials, and mojo inspiring ideas!

My Prince...by Elisabeth Bell

I couldn't resist coloring the new release image for February, titled "My Prince". I created an over the top Valentine's card. I made a gate fold card and added rhinestones, silver studs, and pearl hearts. You know how when you stare at the lights of an oncoming car while driving at night, the glare will blind you. My card when seen in direct light will have a similar effect LOL:). I added lots of die cuts, dimentionals and ribbon.

I used the Sweet Sketch Wednesday Challenge for inspiration. I also participated in the Digital Tuesday Challenge of making something Valentine's related and I also participated in the Creative Belli Blog of using jewels and Stamptacular Sunday by using hearts.

Make sure to check out the Elisabeth Bell Digital Store. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next month!

Mel Jen's Inspiration Post and Challenge

This week's challenge at MelJens is to make a tag. I love a tag challenge. They are wonderful to add to gifts, maybe even for your Valentine:)

I used several of MelJens new images, called "Little Cupid", "XOXO Stitches", "Lacy Panties", "Little Brazier", and "V-Day Boxers" and colored them with Copic Markers. I used DP from K&Co. and cardstock from PTI. I added dimentionals, heart jewels, red jewels, tiny clothes pins and raffia string.

I participated in the Digital Tuesday Challenge of making something Valentine's related and I also participated in the Creative Belli Blog of using jewels and Stamptacular Sunday by using hearts.

I made a shadowbox card so that I could incorporate the little clothes pins in my design. I love the way all the different images compliment eachother:)

Make sure you check out all the wonderful creations by the DT using these images! You can purchase these fabulous images and others from MelJen's Designs at the Whimsy Site.

Winner of the Blog Hop Image:)

Rae Ann, who's blog is, "All That Glitters is Smurphy", was randomly chosen as the winner of the "Lovey Pup" image I used on my blog hop card. Congrats Rae Ann:) Contact me with you email address and I will send you the image:)

Mel Jen's Blog Hop

I love MelJen's images. They are always fresh, fun and creative. I am super excited to announce that three HOT designers have been added to the existing team! Tons of inspiration will be coming your way here on my blog and at the Meljen's Designs blog, especially Thursdays, where (each week) there is a new release and a new challenge! Each challenge gives you a chance to win free images, too, so I hope you play along with me!

BUT FIRST. before I get too excited, today marks the beginning of a three-day BLOG HOP PARTY to meet the newly expanded team! Three new designers were added to our team, Darsie, Robbie, and Candace. If you are already HOPPING, you should have come here from Lauretta's BLOG! If not, the list is below, but first let me tell you about my card!







I made a gate fold card. I had so much fun with this one. I used the new "Lovey Little Pup" image and added the "XOXO Stitches" image from a previous release. I added lots of brads, ribbon, glitter pearls, and border punches. I used paper from K&Co. and cardstock from PTI. I had so much fun making this card. I love all the colors and I colored the pup to look like my Panda with my Copic Markers. I used the Sweet Stop Sketch Challenge for inspiration. I also participated in the Creative Belli Challenge by using "Jewelry" in my project. I added these adorable glitter pearls on my card:) The Stamptacular Sunday Challenge of "Whateva" was an easy one to follow:)

Be sure to see the new images and the new challenge at the BLOG, too! You will want to play along!

Thanks for letting me share my excitement with you! Now KEEP HOPPING! From here you should go to Lisa M's BLOG LisaM
! You are just going to love her creation, she's so talented!! Oh, did I mention that there's a chance for a grand prize at the end? You also have an opportunity to win the Lovey Pup image that I showcased on my card for commenting on this post. I will choose one winner randomly. The winners will be announced February 9th 10am EST. So be sure to leave everyone some love! Now, hop-Hop-HOP!!



Anita
Audrey
Candace
Cheryl
Darsie
Dee
Dianna
Jessica
Lauretta
Lisa
LisaM
Marlena
Melissa
Nicole
Robbie
Sandy
MelJen's Challenge Blog

MelJen's Inspiration Post

The challenge this week at MelJen's is to use a heart on your project. I make a card for inspiration and fun this week. I used the "Mailed with Love" image. This mailbox design is perfect for a Valentine's Day card or a little love note to someone special.

I used DP from Crate and cardstock from PTI. I added a ribbon and buttons.
I followed the sketch at Unscripted Sketches and the Creative Belli Challenge. Hoping you all have a wonderful safe and joyous New Year. See you in '11.

Make sure you check out all the wonderful creations by the DT using these images! You can purchase these fabulous images and others from MelJen's Designs at the Whimsy Site.

Elisabeth Bell, My Prince

I colored up the new release image from this month called "My Prince". I designed a Valentines card using a different color pallette, purple, red and chocolate. I used some buttons and added a bow. I also sneaked a few areas of glitter glue to add a little shimmer.

Make sure to check out the Elisabeth Bell Digital Store. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next month! You can also keep up on all of the Elisabeth Bell news by checking out her facebook page:)

Elisabeth Bell Challenge Blog

The Elisabeth Bell Challenge this month is to make a project using somthing that is altered. I couldn't decide what I would create with this challenge until I went into my guest room closet. On our lugguage was a luggage tag that was given to my husband by his company. It is hard plastic with a small plastic strap. On the opposite side it has a plastic sleeve that holds a business card. I thought It would look great on a tote bag or purse. Truth be told my hubby may be a little attached to it and I have yet to tell him about my super creative use of his luggage tag. Do you remember the show "I love Lucy". Remember that voice that Ricky Ricardo called Lucy's name when she did something that displeased him. Any day now, my husband will call accross the house "Liiiisssssaaaa, what have you done to my luggage tag". Too late sweetie it is super new and improved!





I used Willow Dressing Up. I chose this image from Whiff of Joy. I colored her with Copic markers and popped her up with dimentionals. I added ribbon, glitter brads, fourishes and rhinestones. I used DP from K&Co. I participated in the Creative Belli Challenge of using embellishments beginning with the letter "P". I used pearls on this project!




You really can't go wrong when making a card or a layout with one of Elisabeth Bell's images:)

Make sure to check out the Elisabeth Bell Digital Store. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next month! You can also keep up on all of the Elisabeth Bell news by checking out her facebook page:)

Pixie Dust Studio Challenge

The Pixie Dust Studio Challenge this week is to "Button it Up" using buttons on your card. I chose the Wink with Firecracker image from the New Dino-Mite Collection. I colored my image with Copic Markers. I used DP from K&Co. and PTI cardstock. I added ribbon, a button, metalic cardstock, and dimentionals. I used the The Sweet Stop Challenge sketch as inspiration for my card. Make sure to check out all of the other DT members for inspiration. I cannot wait to see what you make for the challenge! You would be amazed what a little magic and pixie dust will do!