Circus Train

Today I would like to share a card with you made from several Digi Stamps from Eureka Stamps.  I had such fun with these stamps and they have so many possibilities.

The card is 6" x 12" as it needed to be big enough to fit the whole train onto it!  I have coloured the images using Promarkers and then cut around each image.  To join the carriages together I have used a ribbon punch on Black Cardstock to look like a chain.  The balloons are cut from an old Quickutz die that I have as is the grass.

Here is a list of the stamps I have used:

Train Engineer

Train Car

Elephant For Train

Giraffes For Train

Lions For Train

Remember when sizing these Digi Stamps that the animals need to fit in the Train Car, so make them smaller than the engine and the carriage!

To see what the rest of the Design Team have been creating or to view details of the latest challenge visit The Eureka Stamps Blog.

High Tops...

Hello Everyone,

I have such a cute Digi Image to share with you today.  It is from QKR Stampede and it can be found here.  As soon as I saw this image I knew I had to try it!

Here is the result:

This image could be used for boy or girl cards.  I will certainly be trying it out some more!

I have coloured the image using Peromarkers: canary, Cool Aqua, Cool Grey 2.

To see ehat the rest of the Design Team have been creating visit the QKR Stampede Blog.

Eureka Stamps Spooky / Halloween Challenge...

Good Morning,

I am here today with the latest challenge from Eureka Stamps.  This weeks theme is Spooky / Halloween.

I have made a Spooky Trick Or Treat Gift Bag:

Recipe & Method:

1.  I have used a blank White gift bag, and onto it layered Orange and then Green Cardstock,then added the Star Paper.  

2.  Colour and cut the sentiment, layer it onto Green Cardstock and layer it onto a die cut scalloped square.

3.  Add the flower to embellish and tie ribbon around the handles.

The Trick Or Treat image can be found here.

To colour the image I have used Promarkers: Lime Green, Pumpkin, Turquoise, Plum, Tulip Yellow, Sandstone.

To take art in this challenge simply visit the Eureka Stamps Blog.

Squiggle Stamps - Make A Scene Challenge.

The latest challenge over at Squiggle Stamps is about to start. This month we are asking you to make a card that Create's A Scene.

Here is the card I have made for some inspiration:

The image has been coloured using Promarkers: Rose Pink, Poppy, Denim Blue, Almond, Dusky Pink, Tan, Caramel.

To take part in the latest challenge visit the Squiggle Stamps Blog.

QKR Stampede - Wild West Challenge...

The latest challenge for QKR Stampede starts today, and the theme is Wild, Wild West.  If you would like to take part in the challenge simply visit the QKR Stampede Blog to see the rules and how to submit your entry.

Here is some Wild, Wild West inspiration for you.

This fun Cowboy Bath Image can be found here.

The image was coloured using Promarkers: Almond, Dusky Pink, Sandstone, Caramel, ruby, Canary, Cool Aqua, Azure, Pear Green, Forest Green, Umber, Vanilla.

The challenge is open for a week from today.

Good Luck!

Cool Frog...

Today I would like to share my latest card made for Eureka Stamps.  I have chosen this fun frog image which is so versatile for so many occasions.

Recipe & Method:

1. Cut and score white card to a DL size.

2. Cut a layer of Green Cardstock and layer Spotted paper on top.

3.  Add the Red ribbon to the centre.

4. Colour and cut the image and layer onto Red then Brown Cardstock.  Adhere to Pink Scallop Rectangle.

5.  Attach to card and embellish with sentiment and flower.

The Frog On Side image can be found here.

I coloured the image using Promarkers: Forest Green, Apple, Rose Pink, Cool Aqua.

To view all the other fantastic images visit Eureka Stamps Blog.

QKR Stampede - Birthday Celebration Challenge...

At last it is Friday, which not only means it is the weekend but it is time for the new QKR Stampede  Challenge which this weeks theme is Birthday Celebration.

To play along in the challenge simply visit The QKR Stampede Blog to see the rules and how to submit your card.

Here is my latest creation using the Birthday Celebration Theme:

The Springtime Bunny image can be found here and the Hoppy Birthday sentiment can be found here.

To colour the image I used Promarkers:  Ice Grey 3, Ice Grey 1, Rose Pink, Forest Green, Sunflower, Powder Blue.

Good Luck Everyone

Katie xx

Clowning Around...

Good Morning,

Today I wanted to share a card with you that I have made using one of my favorite images from Squiggle Stamps.  I loved creating this card and had so much fun going with the circus theme colours.

I have used the Big Top Papers from Stampin' Up!

To colour the image I used Promarkers: Ruby, Azure, Sunflower, Ginger, Honeycombe, Putty.

Oscar The Clown image can be found here.

Friends & Gardens....

I think we could all do with a little help from the Gardening Fairy every now and again!  This latest card I have made using a Digi Stamp from QKR Stampede is perfect for any friends who love their garden!

Recipe & Method:  

1.  Cut and Score an 8" x 8" card from Brown Kraft Card.

2.  Layer onto the card Pink Cardstock.

3.  Layer the Stripped paper that has been scalloped on the right hand side.

4.  Die Cut various hearts and stick to the right hand side of the card.

5.  Colour and cut the image and layer onto Pink Cardstock and then Brown Kraft Card.

6.  Add a square layer of Heart Paper around the image and layer onto Brown Kraft Card.

7.  Add the sentiment that has been layered again onto Pink Cardstock and then Brown Kraft Card.

8.  Embellish with flowers and leaves.

The Watering Hearts image can be found here and the Sentiment can be found here.

I have coloured the image using Promarkers: Almond, Dusky Pink, Caramel, Rose Pink, Berry, Lime Green, Tea Green.

Each week QKR Stampede hold a challenge, why not pop on over the the blog to see whats going on this week.

Little Witch...

I am back again today with another card made using a Bugaboo image.  The Bugaboo Website has so many cute images.  I have used Halloween Witch Brat that can be found here.

At the moment Card Cupids blog challenge is sponsored by Bugaboo Stamps, why not pop over there and see what the rest of the Design Team have been creating.

To colour the image I have used Prommarkers: Almond, Dusky Pink, Pear Green, Bright Orange, Lilac, Caramel, Sandstone.

After creating these cards I am now looking forward to some other Halloween makes!

Squiggle Stamps - Punches & Dies Challenge

The current challenge for Squiggle Stamps is Punches and Dies.  If you have not yet visited Squiggle Stamps you should do so as they have such cute images.

Here is my Punches and Dies Card:

The Stamp I have used is Miss Evie - Ahoy and it can be found here.

To colour the image I have used Promarkers: Denim Blue, Berry Red, Caramel, Almond, Tulip Yellow.

To take part in the Squiggle Stamps Challenge simply visit Squiggle Stamps Blog.

Good Luck.

Katie xx

Floral Delights...

Hello and welcome to my latest post as part of the QKR Stampede Design Team.  This week I have chosen a Floral Digi Stamp.  I live the simplicity of this design, it could be used for so many projects and for so many occasions.

Recipe & Method:

1.  Cut and score an A5 white card.

2.  Cut A5 size Purple Cardstock and layer the text paper on top, ripping the edges to give it a vintage look.

3.  Colour and cut the images and layer onto Purple Cardstock.

4.  Wrap the ribbon around the centre of the purple Cardstock ad add the bow.

5.  Stick the two images to the card and add some butterflies to embellish.

The Floral Bouquet can be found here.

I have coloured the image using Promarkers: Prussian, Lilac, Sunflower, Pear Green.

To see what the rest of the Design Team have been creating visit the QKR Stampede Blog.

I am so excited to announce...

I am really happy, excited and incredibly flattered to be offered a place on the Do Crafts Creativity Club Design Team.

For those of you that don't know the creativity Club is a members area of Do Crafts where you can download great projects, chat in the forum or browse the back issues of Creativity Magazine.

Here is a card I have made using a couple of downloads.  I have used the Owl Pastels Part 1 and 2 and the Round Sentiments which are so handy for so many cards.

Recipe & Method:

1.  Cut and score a white C5 size card.

2.  Mat and layer Turquoise Cardstock, then Brown Cardstock.

3.  Print and cut the Turquoise paper out from the download and layer onto Yellow Cardstock.

4.  Colour and cut the owl digi stamps and adhere to the card.

5.  Print and cut the sentiment and attach to a Green scallop circle.

6.  Add the ribbon and stick the sentiment to the left hand side of the card.

Eureka Stamps Go Team Challenge...

It is Monday, which can only mean one thing!!  Time for the Eureka Stamps Challenge.  This week the theme is Go Team.

Here is the card I  have created with this theme:

The Cheerleader image can be found here.

I coloured the image using Promarkers: Almond, Dusky Pink, Cerise, Magenta, Bright Orange, Pastel Yellow, Vanilla.

To take part in this challenge simply visit The Eureka Stamps Blog to see the rules and how to submit your card.

Good Luck Everyone!

Katie x

I am entering this card into http://ladybugcrafts.blogspot.co.uk/ challenge 1 anything goes.

Seedling Gift Card...

This cute stamp from QKR Stampede is so full of summer it just begs to be bright and cheerful!  I decided it would look fab on a little gift card made to hold some seed packets.

Recipe & Method:
1. To make the base of the card you need to cut an A4 piece of card down on the long side to 29cm, so you are use cutting off 7mm.  The score along this long side at 13cm and 16cm.  Flip it around to the short side and score at 5cm .  The 5cm is the part you will need to fold up to make the pocket.  You need to cut out the small middle square and fold and stick the pocket sides together.
2.  Colour and cut the Digi Stamp, then layer it to Yellow Cardstock.
3. Mat and layer Yellow card stock to the front of the card, then layer the spotty paper on top.  Stick a strip of Green patterned paper down the centre of the card.
4.  Adhere ribbon around the card, so that it will tie at the outer edge.
5. Attach the stamped image.
6.  Embellish with sentiment and gardening tools, the gardening tools I used were a Quickut Die that I have had in my stash for years.

I coloured the image using Promarkers: Sunflower, Canary, Sky Blue, Azure, Pumpkin, Spice, Burn't Orange, Magenta, Forest Green.

The Digital Image can be found here

This stamp would also look great on little note cards, which I am going to try next, no doubt I will post them very soon!

Sending Gran Love...

This cute stamp from QKR Stampede is great for female cards.  I couldn't help but make this with Pink's and Purple's for the ultimate female card.

Recipe & Method:

1. Cut and score Kraft Card into A5 size.
2. Mat and layer pink card stock and then add the patterned paper, which is scalloped on the outer edge.
3. Colour and cut the digi stamp and layer it onto the Scalloped Rectangle cut from Kraft card.
4. Wrap the ribbon around the bottom of the image and add the button.
5. Add the sentiment to a scalloped circle and attach to card.

I have used pro markers to colour the image: Ivory, Dusky Pink, Vanilla, Rose Pink, Purple, Tan, Burnt Sienna.

The Digi Image can be found here


This image is sure to bring a smile to any Grandma's face.

Life's A Beach...

Today I am posting a lovely summery card as part of the Design Team for Eureka Stamps.  The weather in the UK is far from sunny but this card brings a little Sunshine!

The Digi Stamp is from Eureka Stamps and can be found here.

I have made this into an easel card, using lots of bright seaside colours.

Recipe & Method:

1.  Make an 8" x 8" Easel card from Kraft card.

2. Mat and layer yellow card stock onto the top of the card and the bottom layer.

3.  Stick the stripy blue paper onto the bottom layer, scallop the bottom of the blue paper for the top card and stick it down.

4.  Add a section of red spotty paper to both the top card and the bottom.

5. Colour and cut the image and layer it onto first red paper, then yellow cardstock and Kraft card.  Add the ribbon and the button embellishment.

6. Adhere to spotty paper and attach to card.

7. Print and cut the "Life's A Beach" sentiment and layer it onto the shell paper and attach to card.

8. Embellish using the bunting and the sandcastles.

I have used Promarkers to colour the images: Ivory, Dusky Pink, Sky Blue, Berry Red, Lime Green, Sunflower, Vanilla, Mustard.

I really enjoyed making this card from this image, I think it is one I will use again and again.

A Frog's Best Friend...

Today, I have shared this card on the QKR Stampede blog:

Sometime's it's really hard to find cute images aimed at young boys, but this one from QKR Stampede does exactly that!

Recipe & Method:
1.  Cut and score a white card to A5 size.
2.  Mat and layer Brown card stock, then add the Red spotty paper.
3. Colour the digi image and cut using a circle die.  Adhere to Brown Scalloped Circle.
4. Cut a square out of brown card stock slightly larger than the Scalloped Circle and layer chequered patterned paper on top.
5. Cut out a number 5.  I used my Cricut to cut it at 3" using the American Alphabet Cartridge.
6. Stick the circle on top of the square and attach to card.  Stick the number 5 next to the square and embellish with Frog.

I used pro markers to colour the image: Royal Blue, China Blue, Berry Red, Poppy, Ivory, Dusky Pink, Caramel, Sandstone, Pumpkin, Forest Green, Burnt Sienna.

The Digital Image can be found here

I have to admit I really enjoy making cards for children, the bright colours and fun images always make me smile!