The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Ten

Hello all!  It is Sunday, January 3rd, and it is the tenth day of Christmas!  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 
Day seven: click HERE 
Day eight:  click HERE
Day nine:  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:  Elif Sahin 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 tenth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number ten.
I'm running out of things to say, so I'll just say, 

good tidings to all animals, children, women and men!!!

 

Task:

Head on over to the From the Heart Stamps store and let me know the names of THREE images and/or sets that have Faith's trademark BIRDBRAIN in them that would be great for a winter or Christmas card.  Hint:  If you are in the shop section (click the link below), underneath the banner, you'll see the CATEGORIES listed on the side.  Click on the '+' (plus) beside Seasonal Celebrations and Holidays.  Click on the Christmas & Winter section from the expanded list to narrow down your search!  Use the big 'next' button to go through the pages or alternatively, below each selection of images you can click through the pages.

Click HERE to head to the Shop 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 Ten".  I am still working to catch up on mailing out the papers for the last three days.  After supper, I'll continue to work on mailing out some more.

May you always be warm during the cold days of the year!  See you all tomorrow for day number eleven!!!
 
Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Nine

Hello to all of you on this first Saturday of a new year!  I hope that you are on the start to a wonderful weekend before the hustle and bustle of the new year begins!

In addition to being the second day of a brand new year, it is also the ninth 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 
Day seven: click HERE 
Day eight:  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 (through Deal Fuel) and Sheila Reid, 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 ninth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number nine.
We're nine days in, just three more to go, 
All in all, I think it is going just fine!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Kitten Scraps store.  Type in 'Christmas' into the advanced search button located on the upper right side and let me know the NAMES of THREE sets that have a GINGERBREAD image of some nature in them.  Hint:  At the top and bottom of the selections you can click to go from one page to the next.  Your should easily be able to find three sets in the first three pages as long as you have typed 'Christmas' into the search box to narrow your choices. 

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 Nine".  I've got a bit of DT business to take care for the teams I lead but then I will work on getting out papers for the last three days.  Thank you for your continued patience.

Wishing you bright days ahead in 2016!  See you all tomorrow for day number ten!!! 

Cheers!

The 12 Days of Christmas Quest: Day Eight

Hello and happy New Year's everyone!  It is a brand new year full of wonderful new possibilities! 

It is also the eighth 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

Day seven: 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 eighth day of Christmas,
it is time to earn paper number eight.

We've been at it a while now, so you'll have to

let me know how I rate!!!

Task:
Head on over to the Melonheadz Illustrating Etsy shop and let me know the NAMES of THREE sets that have any type of images suitable for a Christmas card.  Hint:  Click on the Holidays/Seasonal section in the Shop Sections menu at the top left, to narrow down your search!  You should be able to find three sets on the first page as long as you are in the correct section.

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 Eight". 

Hope this first day of the year is the start of a fabulous one!  See you all tomorrow for day number nine!!!

Cheers!

Card Design: Scribbles Designs Challenge #36 Midway Point......Bingo

Happy New Year Everyone!!!  And a busy New Year's Day it is.  This is one of six posts across all the blogs that I work on that I need to get out today!  Right now it is time for the midway for the latest Scribbles Designs Challenge to get started.  

There are two whole weeks left for you to come on over and enter.   In case you've missed it, the theme this time around for Challenge #36, is Bingo!  Did you play BINGO as a child?  Maybe you still do.  The fun thing about BINGO is that you can adapt it to play in different ways.  For example, the game can be adapted for coming up with different ideas to add to your card or project.  If you haven't played a BINGO challenge before it is a pretty easy concept to follow.  Simply create a card or other kind of project using any 5 items listed below in a row--across, down or diagonally, it is up to you.  For example, you might choose to work with the items in the second row down--glitter, pearls, patterned paper, a sentiment and the colour red.  Or maybe you'll choose to use all the items in the last row down under the 'O"--No patterned paper, red, washi tape, blue and some gems.  Whichever row you choose, just please be sure to mention in your post the items you have chosen to use.  We look forward to seeing the different combinations, you all come up with!  

Entering is super simple!  You do not need to use a Scribbles Designs image; however, if you do, your name gets entered into the draw twice.  You can purchase your Scribbles Designs images HERE or you can also find one for a limited time on the challenge blog HERE.  Also, be sure to check out our special Freebie Friday posts as it is another great way to build your Scribbles Designs collection.  You can find the rest of the rules and information regarding winners in the sidebar on the challenge blog.  You have until 9pm PST on January 14th to come over and play with us.

Here is my card and all the details... 
 
General Information:

• Okay, so I am starting out the New Year, showcasing a special card I created for an order from a friend to give as a wedding card for a fall wedding that took place in October.  It happens to be my favourite creation yet!
• The original invitation had leaves on it in brown with a creamy base.  As soon as I saw it I knew the exact image from Scribbles Designs to use to make a paper for my background. 
• My friend requested something Shabby Chic so I went searching and found a gorgeous card to model my own after created by Kat from the Paper Firefly blog which can be found HERE.  I followed the same layout and even created a sentiment very similar to the one she used but all my papers and embellies are completely different.
• Bingo choices:  under the N using Bling, Patterned Paper, FREE, Twine, & Ribbon.

FRONT

Digital Paper Details: 

• Maple Leaf Doodle:  I have used the Maple Leaf Doodle before and I know I will again, it is just such a beautiful and versatile image.  
• I took the image and created a digital paper with it.  This paper will eventually be available for sales under the Scribble Doodle Designs label, once I create a few more to add to the set.
• Click on the name above or watermark below to find it in the store.

• Here is a pic of the back of the card that allows you to see a better view of the image.

Digital Sentiment Details:

• As mentioned above, I created a digital sentiment based on the one used on the card that inspired me.  I modelled it after an existing rubber stamp that can be found for sale HERE at the Lili of the Valley Company.  The stamp that I created is for my own personal use and therefore I believe that no copyright infringement has occurred.

Embellishments: 

• The flowers, twine, ribbon and little tiny halfpearls are all Crafts brand and were purchased at Dollarama.

INSIDE

Digital Sentiment Details:

• My friend wanted the inside very simple and requested velum.  This is the first time that I have ever used velum and I have to say that I am pleased with the effect.  I simply created a congratulations sentiment and added their names and matted it before attaching it to the velum.  Thankfully I was able to affix the tape in behind the matting so that it didn't show at all.

OVERALL 
Paper Products: 

• Card and sentiment bases:  Michael's Recollection's cardstock, white.
• Matting:  Recollection's open stock scrapbook paper.

Challenges I am hoping to enter... 

• http://www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.ca/ (5E)-- Anything Goes
• http://stampartpapel.com/category/comunidad/ -- Anything Goes
• http://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.co.uk/ -- Anything Goes
• http://creativecardcrew.blogspot.ca/ -- Anything Goes
• http://deepoceanchallengeblog.blogspot.ca/  -- Anything Goes
• http://www.ttcrd.blogspot.ca/ (3E) -- Anything Goes (first entry)
• http://crazychallenge.blogspot.ca/ -- Celebrations
• http://thepapergirlschallenge.blogspot.ca/-- Celebrate
• http://craft-deebowz.blogspot.ca -- Anything Goes with a Handmade Bow
• http://useyourstuff.blogspot.ca/ -- Metallics (the twine that I used is a metallic twine)
• http://www.4craftychicks.blogspot.ca/ --  Anything Goes
• http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.nz/ (3E) *paper craft handmade* -- Add Some Sparkle (there is sparkle in the metallic twine and also on the little half pearls which are under the folded up corners)
• http://doodlepantryblog.blogspot.ca/ -- Anything Goes with Digital images (the leaf is a digi image that I have made into a digi paper and the sentiments are digi as well)

So put on those thinking caps and design a project that fits our theme. If you need some images to help you out you can check out all wonderful ones that are in the Scribbles store. You have an entire month to enter at the Scribbles Designs Challenge Blog, so I hope to see you there. If you have some time I invite you to go and check out the wonderful inspiration offered up from my colleagues on the DT. We always look forward to seeing what you come up with for each month's theme!

 Until next time,

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year everyone!  I hope that this year is one filled with health and happiness!

Let's start off the new year with a freebie, shall we?!!

 

This digital paper is 3600 x 3600 pixels, in jpg format and published at 300 dpi. Credits include: Pixaroma (purchased through Deal Jumbo) and The Coffee Shop blog.  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. 

I'll be back later this evening with Day 8 of The 12 Days of Christmas.  So, I'll see you all again soon!  

All the best to you and yours in 2016!