The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Seven

Hello and happy New Year's Eve everyone!  Just one more sleep until a brand new year!

It is the seventh day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.  If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details.

Day two:    click HERE 

Day three:  click HERE

Day four:    clck HERE 
Day five:     click HERE

Day six:    click HERE

As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper.

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2016.

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include:  Pixaroma (purchased through Deal Jumbo) and Brooke Gazarek, with Pixel Scrapper.  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders.

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the seventh day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number seven.
Keep up the good work and before you know it,

 you'll soon work your way up to number eleven!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Limited Run Stamps store and let me know the names of THREE CUPCAKE images that have a TREE or TREES on them.  Hint:  Click on the Christmas section which you can find on the homepage or in the right hand sidebar under the label categories, to narrow down your search!  There are at least six cupcakes to choose from.

Click HERE to head there now! 

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Seven". 

Hope this New Year's Eve is a safe and pleasant one as you reflect on the events of the past year!  See you all tomorrow for day number eight!!!

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Six

Hello and happy hump day to you!  Just two more sleeps until a brand new year!

It is the sixth day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.  If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details.
Day two:    click HERE

Day three:  click HERE

Day four:    clck HERE

Day five:     click HERE

I am up to date with the mailouts as of 4:00 p.m. EST today.  I also wanted to let you know that I have hit a bit of a rough patch health-wise, and while it has been my goal to get these posts out by 6:00 p.m., I'm afraid that I may be late for the next few days.  I'll do my absolute best to ensure they at least get out on the proper days, I just can't guarantee that they will be out by six.  It may also mean that I'll be a day or so behind with mailouts as well since my time on the computer is going to be limited.  Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper.

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2015.

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Poppymoon Design and Julia's Dream (purchased through The Hungry JPEG) and Melo Vrijhof, with Pixel Scrapper.  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders. 

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the sixth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number six.

Play along today and you'll get to add
another free digital paper to the mix!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Pattie's Creations Etsy shop and let me know the NAMES of ALL the SNOWGLOBE images suitable for Winter/Christmas.  Hint:  Click on the Holidays and Seasons section in the Shop Sections menu at the top left, to narrow down your search! 

Click HERE to head there now!

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Six".

Hope this Wednesday is a beary special one!  See you all tomorrow for day number seven!!!

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Five

Hello and happy Tuesday to you!  Just three more sleeps until a brand new year!

It is the fifth day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.   If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details.  Then for day two, click HERE, for day three click HERE and for day four clck HERE.  If you are still waiting for you paper(s), I ask that you be patient.  I'm a couple days behind but will hopefully get some mailed out tonight. 
 
As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper.

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2015.

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Jack Cai (through Webdesigner Depot, picked up at Mighty Deals) and Melo Vrijhof and Janet Scott, both with Pixel Scrapper.  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders. 

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the fifth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number five.
Just a few precious minutes of your time,  

and you'll get to keep the quest alive!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Gerda Steiner Designs store and let me know the NAMES of THREE images with CATS that would be appropriate for a Christmas card.  Hint:  You can try and click on the Cats or Christmas section in the menu to narrow down your search.  However, there seems to be a bit of a glitch right now, especially when I click on the Christmas section.  For some reason it isn't sorting properly.  The quickest way to find what you are looking for would probably be to check out the cats section (note make sure you click 'cats' and not just 'cat'!).

Click HERE to head to the digital stamp section of the store now! 

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Five". 

Hope this Tuesday finds you in a colourful mood!  See you all tomorrow for day number six!!!

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Four

It is the fourth day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.  If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details.  Then for day two, click HERE and for day three click HERE.

As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper.

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2015.

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Poppymoon Design (purchased through The Hungry JPEG) and Marisa Lerin, Pixel Scrapper.  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders. 

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the fourth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number four.

Continue to follow the quest each day,
and you'll get to earn several more!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Christmas section in the digital stamp area of the Fresh Brewed Designs store and find out how many of the images in the Christmas section, have BEVERAGES (i.e. latté cups, mugs, glasses, etc.) as part of the image.   Hint:  You'll have three pages to scroll through to find your answer (you'll be able to manoeuvre through the pages by clicking the numbers at the bottom). 

Click HERE to head the Christmas section now! 

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Four". 

Hope this Monday finds your heart filled with love!  See you all tomorrow for day number five!!!

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Three

Hello to you on this last Sunday of the year!

It is the third day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.  If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details.  Then for day two, click HERE. 

As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper. 

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2016. 

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This one is for you Kitty and for all the other cat lovers out there!

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Pixaroma and The Little Cloud .  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders. 

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the third day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number three.
Keep playing along and if you answer correctly, 
you'll earn another paper for free!!!

Task:
Today's quest takes place at Ike's Art.  Along with making fabulous digi stamps, Ike also dabbles in other forms of art including making adorable animal figurines from paper maché and plaster.  So, head on over to the SooZooS section of the Ike's Art store.  You will find images of all the SooZooS animals available at the bottom of the section.  Now, there are two ways to check them out. If you wait and watch, all the images will scroll through slowly.  Alternatively, you can also click on one of the images to bring them up in a lightbox.  Then use the arrows to scroll through.  Let me know the name of your favourite SooZooS character.  Hint: There are 14 different images to scroll through.  Their names are listed in the description. 

Click HERE to head there now! 

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Three". 

Hope this Sunday finds you thinking merry thoughts!  See you all tomorrow for day number four!!!  

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Two

Happy Boxing Day!!! 

It is the second day of Christmas and it is time to continue the quest.  If you missed day one click HERE to start from the beginning and read all the details. 

As a quick refresher, each day during the 12 Days of Christmas (Dec. 25th to Jan. 5th), you're going to be given a task to follow.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find something or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then, it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper. 

Since this is a busy time of year for most people, you will have plenty of time to complete the quest.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers (daily, all at once at the end, or otherwise) AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2016. 

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Brooke Gazarek, Sheila Reid, and Melo Vrijhof, all designers with Pixel Scrapper.  In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders.

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue!!!

On the second day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number two.
So, follow the steps, send me your answer, 

and I'll get the next paper off to you!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Imagine That! Digis by Kris store and find out the names of ALL the Christmas sets that have a mouse or mice in them.   Hint:  In the left sidebar, look for Digi Stamps, scan through the list until you see, Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations then Christmas & Winter, to head to the correct section. You can move through the pages in the section by clicking on the numbers in the lower right corner.

Click HERE to head there now! 

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas:  Day Two". 

Hope this Boxing Day finds you happy and healthy!  See you all tomorrow for day number three!!!

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest for 2015 Begins Today!

Merry Christmas one and all!!! 

Today marks the official start of the 12 Days of Christmas for 2015 and it is time for the 12 Days of Christmas Quest to begin! 

Each day over the next 12 days, you're going to be given a task to follow to earn a free digi paper.  I'll be sending you on a quest to find or provide me with certain facts from the stores or blogs of designers that I love.  Then it is will just be a matter of emailing me the answer to my query and you'll earn a free digital paper.

I know that this is a crazy busy time of year and hopefully the majority of you are off line and spending time with your family and friends; so, be rest assured, that you will have plenty of time to complete each task.  While you may submit an answer each day, you can also wait until the end and submit all your answers at the same time.  It is completely up to you as to when and how you submit your answers AS LONG AS all your answers are sent in no later than January 12th, 2016. 

Here is the paper up for grabs today...

This paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi.  Credits include: Inky Deals and Marisa Lerin, Pixel Scrapper. In the zip folder that will be emailed should you successfully complete the quest, you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders.

Play along each of the 12 days and you'll earn yourself the full set!  So, how about we get started with today's clue?!!

On the first day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number one,
So, I hope that you will all join in
and have yourself a little bit of fun!!!

Task: Head on over to the Christmas section of The Scribbles Designs store and let me know how many digital images have Christmas trees somewhere in the design.   Hint:  Don't forget to click on 'Older Posts' when you get to the bottom of each page to make sure you get them all.
Click HERE to head there now!

When you come up with a response, send an email to decossesdynamitedoodles {at} yahoo {dot} ca (be sure to replace 'at' and 'dot' with the appropriate symbols) or by clicking HERE to bring up my address in your email program, with the subject heading, "12 Days of Christmas 2015:  Day One".  Please be patient with me.  I'll mail them out as soon as I can. 

Merry Christmas, my wonderful friends, followers and readers!  See you all tomorrow for day number two!!!

Cheers!

Merry Christmas!

  Merry Christmas everyone and you know me, I can't let a holiday go by without sharing a present so here you all go...

 

This digital paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi. Credits include: Nicky Laatz and Heather Green of HG Designs.  To grab it, click the download button to be taken to a download location.  In the zip folder you will find a copy of the paper, its preview sheet, the credit information and my terms of use which are standard to all my folders.

Stay tuned as later this evening I have something special planned for all of you who enjoy treasure hunts. The 12 Days of Christmas starts--Each day for 12 days, you can earn a free holiday themed digi paper by doing a simple task. So, I'll see you all again soon!

 Happy holidays all!

Card Design: From the Heart Stamps December Challenge

Happy Christmas Eve!

Hallelujah!  I have actually managed to get my December card for the From the Heart Stamps (FTHS) progressive stamp of the month challenge completed. It is nice to not have to worry about not completing it in time this month!  
 
I would just like to say a quick thank you to Faith for continuing this wonderful progressive challenge. I have completed another full year of challenges and have earned 12 more amazing images.  It is such a blessing to part of this challenge.

In order to enter the FTHS progressive challenge, you must either have received the latest image by having participated in the previous month or you can buy the stamp for the current month's challenge.  Everyone who enters and follows the rules is a winner because you automatically get the stamp for the next month's challenge.  Stop by the site and check out the rules for yourself.  While you are there, have a look around.  They have some really awesome images.


FRONT

Digital Image Details: 

• The image on the front, Gift Stack Teddy Bear, is available for purchase over at From the Heart Stamps. Click on the title or on the watermark below to go to its location in the store.
• If you missed out, you can still play along with the challenge by purchasing the image. Then you can enter the challenge and receive next month’s digi free. Alternatively, if you spend $10 in the From The Heart Stamps store this month, you'll receive the image for free.  To find the special code you need, be sure to check out the original post by clicking HERE.
• This image was coloured and grounded with Copic Markers.  The ground was added with coloured pencils.

Embellishments: 

• The glitter foam sticker and half pearls are Crafts brand and were purchased at Dollarama.

INSIDE 

Digital Sentiment Details: 

• The sentiment used on the inside was created by Paulette from Create with TLC.  I picked it up as a freebie a while back.  Click HERE to go to Paulette's blog and HERE to go to the store.

OVERALL
Paper Products: 

• Card base and matting: Michael's Recollection's Cardstock, red.
• Image & sentiment bases: Michael's Recollection's Cardstock, white.
• Patterned paper is from the Recollection's Bright Christmas paper pad.  

Challenges I am entering: 

• From the Heart Stamps -- progressive stamp of the month challenge

 
Other challenges I hope to enter... 

***Please note that if the word verification appears, ignore it and simply click the 'publish' button*** 

• Word Art Wednesday -- Anything Goes
• http://artbymiranchallenge.blogspot.ca/ (3E) -- Anything Goes but no digital colouring (3rd entry)
• http://www.craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.ca/ (3E) -- Always Anything Goes
• http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.ca/ -- Always Anything Goes
• http://stampartpapel.com/retarte-67-anything-goes/ -- Anything Goes
• http://creativecardcrew.blogspot.ca -- Anything Goes
• http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge.blogspot.ca/  -- Anything Goes Christmas
• http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge2.blogspot.co.uk/ -- Always Anything Goes:  Christmas
• http://kraftinkimmiestamps.blogspot.ca/ -- Wonderful Wednesdays: Always Anything Goes
• http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.co.uk/ -- Anything Goes with the Optional Theme of...Traditional Christmas
• http://freshbreweddesigns.blogspot.ca/ -- Anything Goes Christmas
• http://themaleroomchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/  (UL)-- Christmas or Seasonal Greetings

Well guys, that is it for this one. Be sure to come back tomorrow for a special freebie PlUS The 12 Days of Christmas starts too.  Each day for 12 days, you can earn a free holiday themed digi paper by doing a simple task. So, I'll see you all again tomorrow!

Until then,