Kraftylady Cards

Ribbons

2012-01-28T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see

RIBBONS

we are sponsored this week by

who are offering the winner

a $15 voucher

and

I am also entering this for the

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

Fussy and fancy Challenge

"spots"

Image: Sugar nellie

Papers : dcwv and papermania

ribbons: crafty ribbons

sentiment : whiff of joy

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Dress making

2012-01-27T15:34:00.003Z

Hi all

here is my card for the

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"Needles and pins"

Paper Shelter challenge

"pearls and swirls"

Image: Paper Shelter

Papers : Doodlebug

Flowers : Prima

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Pretty fairy

2012-01-25T14:59:00.000Z

Hi all

I have finally found some time to craft

been really busy this week

I have made this card for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

S N Facebook challenge

"pink and grey"

Papertake weekly Challenge

"highlight it "

Simon says stamp challenge

"Anything goes"

Moving along with the times Challenge

"things with wings"

Image : Sugar nellie

Papers : tim holtz

Flowers : Prima

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Have a heart

2012-01-24T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

it is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and this fortnight Debs has chosen

Have A Heart

we are sponsored by

Robyn's fetish

I have used one of there images coloured with copic markers

the papers were a gift from a teamie and flowers from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Sunday sketch and stamp Challenge

"sketch"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

Food Or Drink ?

2012-01-21T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and it is my challenge of

Food or drink

we are sponsored by

The Stamping Boutique

they are offering the winner 3 digis of their choice

I have used one of their images on my card

coloured with spectrum noir pens

the papers are dcwv Nanna's nursery

ribbon and flowers from my stash

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

Under the weather

2012-01-21T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

we have a new challenge for you over at

One stop Craft challenge

and the challenge is

Under the weather

we are sponsored by the wonderful

Fred she said

and

Make the day special

I have used an image from Fred she said coloured with copics

the papers are stampin up

I am also entering this for the

Stempeleinmaleins challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Wonderful you

2012-01-19T21:37:00.000Z

Hi all

Here is a card I have just finished for the

Ribbon Girl Challenge

"pink and blue"

Sketchy Challenge

"sketch"

Image: molly blooms

Papers : papermania

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Valentine Candy

2012-01-17T14:57:00.001Z

Hi all

I have made this little box for the

Penny Black Challenge

"anything goes"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Teddy ready go challenges

"pink"

Penny black and more Challenge

"Love and hearts"

Image : Penny Black

Papers: Mme

I have decided to fill it with yummy Valentine candy for you

Papers, Flowers, Heart die cuts

pearls, Gems, Crochet Hearts and crochet flowers

To be in with a chance to win add your name to mr linky below

you must be a follower

I will pick a random winner on the 1st February

Hugs

Francesca

Anything goes with Blue

2012-01-14T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this weeks challenge is

ANYTHING GOES WITH BLUE

we are sponsored by

Digi Doodle shop

who are offering the winner a $10 Voucher

Image : Sarah Kay

Papers : First edition

Bling: Hobby House

I am also entering this for the

C L P Challenge

"sketch "

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Birthday girl

2012-01-13T09:31:00.003Z

Hi all

Here is another card I have managed to get done

this is my entry for the

Penny Black Challenge

"case it"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"spots and stripes"

Moving along with the times Challenge

"spots and stripes"

Simon says stamp challenge

"spots and stripes"

Paperplay Challenge

"stitches"

Image : Penny Black

Papers : Scrap box

Sentiment: Papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Ballerina girl

2012-01-12T09:59:00.002Z

Hi all

Here is a card I made yesterday it is my entry for the

Paper Shelter challenge

"DT Call "

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"sketch"

Lollipop Crafts

"Anything new "

(image and paper are new)

DYSU challenge

"pink"

Image: Paper shelter

Papers : Papermania

Flowers : Prima

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Back to work

2012-01-10T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and we have a few changes

you can now use digital stamps and

you must use something that is 6 months old

You need to tell us what the oldie thing is

Our challenge this fortnight chosen by Janice is

Back to work

We are sponsored by

Bugaboo Stamps

who are offering the winner 7 stamps

I have used a image from bugaboo coloured with copics

my oldie thing is the border punch my hubby bought it for me for my birthday

may 2011 and I forgot where i put it

until i had a clear out a couple of weeks ago

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

A new arrival

2012-01-09T19:45:00.003Z

Hi all

well I have managed to finally finish this card

started it on Friday

This is my entry for the

Lili's little fairies

"new beginnings"

Cupcake Craft Challenge

"new Beginnings"

Friday Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

By The Cute and girly

"new beginnings"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

"Anything goes"

Image: Lotv

Papers : Dcwv

Sentiment : Netty's Freebie's

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Let them eat cake

2012-01-07T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see projects

with the theme of

Let them eat Cake

we have a fab prize for you this week of

Crafters Companion - £10 Voucher

I am also entering this for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Image : sugar nellie

Papers and flowers : Papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Bingo

2012-01-07T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

Today is a new challenge over at

One Stop Craft challenge

and we have a game of bingo for you

I have used one of our sponsor images

I am also entering this for the

seems a little sketchy challenge

"sketch"

Image: Doodle pantry

Papers : Papermania

Flowers : Wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Video boy

2012-01-06T15:26:00.001Z

Hi all

Finally back with a new card

will be glad when the kids go back to school on Monday

this card is for my nephew who is 16 in a couple of weeks

I am also entering this for the

Sunday sketch and stamp Challenge

"sketch"

Papertake weekly Challenge

"Anything goes"

Basic grey Challenge

"anything goes"

Image: Mo Manning

Papers : Basic grey

Sentiment : crafters companion

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Groovy Baby

2012-01-02T09:39:00.003Z

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

I have made this card for the

Moving along with the times Challenge

"retro "

Kenny K Challenge

"anything Goes"

Image : Kenny k

Paper: Papermania

Letters : Xcut Die

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Happy New Year and a Challenge

2012-01-01T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

Hope you are all not too hung over from last nights celebrations

We had a quiet night with the kids playing games

I want to take this opportunity to wish you all

A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR

We have a new challenge for you over at

Sir Stampalot Challenge

and this month we would like to see

MONOCHROMATIC

The prize this month is a surprise package from Sir Stampalot

which is packed with yummy crafty treats

I have used this fab stamp given to me by a wonderful blogging buddy
thanks hun

The papers are pink paislee and flowers from wild orchid crafts
Sentiment is from whiff of joy

I hope you will all find time to join us this month

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Hi

2011-12-30T11:46:00.006Z

Hi All

I had a wonderful Christmas, loads of presents and too much food

I have managed to grab a bit of time last night to make this card

I would like to enter this for the

Simon says stamp challenge

"anything goes"

My mum craft shop challenge

"anything goes"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Giraffe fun

2011-12-24T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

Hope you are all ready for tomorrow

and have a very merry christmas and a happy new year

we have a new challenge for you over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

This challenge will run for two weeks

ANYTHING GOES

Image : Pink gem

Papers: Papermania

I am also entering this for the

A gem of a Challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Sassy Friend

2011-12-23T16:38:00.003Z

Hi all

I have managed to grab a little bit of time

to make this card for the

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"blue and brown"

Charismacardz Challenge

"anything goes"

Image: Sugar nellie

Papers: Me to you

Flowers : xcut die

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Celebrate

2011-12-17T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

We have a new challenge for you over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see

Happy New Year or Celebrate

I am also entering this for the

Pink Ink Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Image : Forever Friends

Papers : Craftwork Cards

Flowers : Prima

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas Sparkle

2011-12-17T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this week we would like to see

Christmas Sparkle

I have used an old sugar nellie stamp coloured with copics

the papers are first edition

I am also entering this for the

Friday Sketch Challenge
"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Snow Bear

2011-12-16T14:55:00.001Z

Hi all

Well we woke up this morning to loads of snow

so feel quite christmassy now

I have made this card for the

Penny Black Challenge

"sketch"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

"traditonal christmas

Image : Penny black

Papers : my minds eye

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Pretty Girl

2011-12-14T14:47:00.002Z

Hi all

hope you are all doing ok

not to long to the big man in red

I have a card for you today I have made for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Image : Sugar Nellie

Papers: cosmo cricket

Flowers : xcut dies

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas animals

2011-12-13T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and this challenge will run for a month

our next challenge will be the 10th January

Tracy has chosen the theme of

Christmas animals

I Have used a old whiff of joy stamp coloured with spectrum noir pens

the papers are papermania, crafts too and daisy and dandelion

I am also entering this for the
Whiff Of Joy Challenge
"sketch"

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Fairy Best wishes

2011-12-11T14:49:00.001Z

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

I have managed to grab a bit of crafting time this morning

and made this card for the

Magical Monday Challenge

"sketch"

Papertake weekly Challenge

"anything goes"

Cute card thursday challenge

"anything goes"

Image : Sweet Pea Stamps

Papers : First Edition "Isabelle"

flower : xcut die

Thanks for stopping by and all your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

All Creatures Great and small

2011-12-10T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this weeks challenge is

ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL

I have used an old Motivet stamp coloured with

spectrum noir pens

the papers are dcwv and the sentiment is from whimsy stamps

I am also entering this for the

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Swinging Bear

2011-12-07T14:42:00.001Z

Hi all

I have just finished wrapping all the Christmas presents

that was a mammoth task 5 hours and 60 metres of wrapping paper

But at least it is done now

I also managed to finish this card for the

Moving along with the times Challenge

"sketch"

Teddy ready go challenge

"anything goes"

Image : teddy Bo

papers: papermania and dcwv

Flowers : prima

sentiment : dovecraft

Thanks for stopping by and all your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

all white

2011-12-05T14:56:00.001Z

Hi all

Hope you all had a fab weekend

I have have spent my weekend doing housework and

putting our christmas tree and decorations up

I have a card to show you today I have made for the

Papertake weekly Challenge

"sketch"

Penny Black Challenge

"White on white"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

" bear "

Image : Penny black

Lace : wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by and all your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

Bingo time!!

2011-12-04T08:26:00.001Z

Hi all
It is time for a new challenge over at

Sir Stampalot Challenge

And this month we would like you to play

BINGO

Here is the grid

I have used brads, flowers and ribbon

Here is the prize from Sir Stampalot

The Dt Have come up with some marvellous work why not nip over and have a peek

Image : Wee Stamps
Papers : Papermania
Sentiment : C.C. Designs

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs
Francesca

Photo Inspiration

2011-12-03T09:00:00.000Z

Hi All

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week would like to see

projects inspired by this gorgeous photo

I have used the colours from the photo

Image : Make it crafty

Papers : first Edition

Sentiment : Cats life press

I am also entering this for the

Friday Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Let it snow

2011-12-03T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this weeks challenge is

LET IT SNOW

Image c.c designs

Papers : scraps

Sentiment : lotv

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Snow magnolia

2011-12-02T14:59:00.001Z

Hi all

I have another card to show you from my crafting day

this is for the

Simply Magnolia Challenge

"sketch"

Just Magnolia Challenge

"anything goes"

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"let it snow"

Magnolia down under Challenge

"let it snow"

Image : magnolia

Papers dcwv and crafts too

Sentiment : See d's set

Snowman

2011-12-01T14:51:00.001Z

Hi all

I managed a full day of crafting yesterday

and made this card for the

Sunday sketch and stamp Challenge

"sketch"

Penny Black Challenge

"red and embossing"

Allsorts Challenge

"pennants"

Image : Penny black

Papers: papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Oldie but a goodie

2011-11-29T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and this time Laurie would like to see

Christmas no red or green

I have gone for pink, gold and white

and this old image from whiff of joy

I am also entering this for the

Cute card thursday challenge

"sketch"

Whiff Of Joy Challenge

"pins and pearls"

Colour Create Challenge

"Pink, gold and white"

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca

sledging fun

2011-11-28T13:22:00.001Z

Hi all

Well I have a card to show you today

I have made for the

Bling it on Challenge

"sketch"

Charismacardz Challenge

"snowflakes"

Image : Wee Stamps

Papers : dcwv

Sentiment LOTV

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Flowers and borders

2011-11-26T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see

Flowers and Borders

I am also entering this for the

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

Black and white christmas

2011-11-24T17:07:00.001Z

Hi all

Here are a set of clean and simple cards I made last night

I am entering these for the

Totally Papercraft Challenge

"black and white"

Allsorts Challenge

"one layer card"

the stamps are papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas ted

2011-11-22T14:55:00.001Z

Hi all

I have a card to show you today I have made for the

Forever Friends challenge
"christmas"
Lili of the valley Challenge
"someone special"
Teddy ready go challenges
"easel card"

CLP Challenge
"sketch"

The image is from lotv coloured with copics and then added some glamour dust

the papers are dcwv from last year

flower is from wild orchid crafts

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Sketch

2011-11-19T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

Today is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week Jane has designed a wonderful sketch

I have used an older penny black stamp

coloured with spectrum noir pens

the paper is dcwv

I hope you will all find time to join us this week

Hugs

Francesca

Blue Girl

2011-11-19T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this weeks challenge is

BLUE

we are sponsored by

Sassy studios

Image : Sassy studios
Papers: Tim Holtz
Flowers : wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Pink Ink Sketch Challenge
"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca

rock lady

2011-11-18T13:13:00.001Z

Hi all

I have just got back from christmas shopping

wow the shops are really busy already

Here is a card I have made for the

Friday Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"black, white + 1"

Kenny K Challenge

"embossing"

Image : Kenny K

Papers : tim holtz

flowers : Wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Present bear

2011-11-17T17:01:00.001Z

Hi all

I have finally finished decorating

so had time to craft

Here is a card I have made for the

Penny Black Challenge

"gold and presents"

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

Image : Penny Black

papers: papermania

Sentiment : Cat's life press

Thanks for stopping by and a big welcome to my new followers

Hugs

Francesca

Let it Snow

2011-11-15T08:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and this fortnight it is my turn to choose the theme which is

LET IT SNOW

The prize is a box full of Christmas crafting goodies

I am also entering this for the

Totally Tilda Challenge

"christmas no red, green or blue"

Stampin for the weekend challenge

"sketch"

Image : Magnolia

Papers : dcwv

snowflakes : punch

Sentiment : LOTV

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas Bauble

2011-11-14T14:50:00.001Z

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

I am just taking a break from decorating my daughters bedroom

Here is a card I finished yesterday for the

Whiff Of Joy Challenge

"let it snow"

Pixie Cottage Challenge

"Sketch"

Image : whiff of Joy

Papers :dcwv

Snowflakes : marianne dies

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Spots and stripes

2011-11-12T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week's challenge set by

Helen

Is..

SPOTS AND STRIPES

I have used a Sugar nellie image coloured with copics

Papers are papermania

I am also entering this for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Magical Monday Challenge

"circles and stripes"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas Edwin

2011-11-10T15:12:00.000Z

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

Here is a card I have just finished for the

TOMIC Challenge

"Edwin and sketch"

Just Magnolia Challenge

"anything goes"

Magnolia down under Challenge

"charm and bling"

Images : Magnolia and papermania

Papers : scrap box

sentiment : papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

post doggy

2011-11-09T16:25:00.000Z

Hi all

Here is a card I have made for the

Lili of the valley Challenge

"bright and sparkly"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

" Song mine is Please Mr Postman"

Image : lotv

Papers : MME and dovecraft

Flowers: Marianne D die

Thanks for stopping by and

all your wonderful comments

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas cards

2011-11-08T17:33:00.001Z

Hi all

Sorry I have been awol for a bit

it as been a bit hectic here

hopefully things will calm down abit now

I have made these two cards today

The first is my entry for the

Penny Black Challenge

"silver and snowflakes"

Totally Gorjuss challenge

"sketch"

Penny black and more at Allsorts Challenge

"Critters"

Image: Penny Black

Papers : MME

Snowflakes : Marianne D Dies

The second card is for the

Papertake weekly Challenge

"christmas"

Pink Ink Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Image Papermania

Papers : First edition

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Blue and green

2011-11-06T08:14:00.002Z

It's time for a new Challenge over at Sir Stampalot .

We are now starting our monthly challenge on the first Sunday of each month, instead of the first day.

Our theme for November is

Blue and Green

the image is coloured with copics

Papers are Kay & co

flowers are retro punches

we have a fab surprise package for the winner

I hope you will all find time to join us this month

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Flowers, Ribbon and Lace

2011-11-05T09:00:00.000Z

Hi all

It is my turn to pick the challenge this week at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

And I have chosen

Flowers, ribbon and lace

I love using these embellishments

I have used a older whiff of joy stamp

coloured with copics

the papers are daisy and dandelion

and flowers are wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Whiff Of Joy Challenge
"sketch"
Truly Scrumptious Challenge

"bingo"

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca

Happy 3rd Birthday

2011-11-05T08:30:00.000Z

Hi all

today is the our 3rd birthday at

our challenge this week is

things of 3

I have used 3 pearls , 3 snowflakes and 3 gems

Image: Kenny K and make it crafty

paper: dcwv

snowflakes : marianne D

sentiment : cats life press

I am also entering this for the

Kenny K Challenge

"glitter"

Friday sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

ski Kitty

2011-11-04T13:02:00.004Z

Hi all

Sorry I haven't been around much

I have had a really busy time

I have had time to make this card for the

Penny Black Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"christmas easel"

Papertake weekly Challenge

"anything goes"

Image : Penny Black

papers: daisy and Dandelion

flowers: wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

santa

2011-11-02T14:56:00.000Z

Hi all

I have just finished this card for the

Wild orchid Challenge

"santa"

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"glitter it"

Image : Sugar nellie

Papers : dcwv

Flowers : wild orchid craft

swirl: doohickey die

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

buttons and bows

2011-11-01T07:50:00.001Z

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

and this fortnight Lisa has chosen

Buttons and bows

I have used an old sugar nellie stamp

coloured with copic markers

the papers are papermania

and flowers from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Cute card thursday challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Spooky

2011-10-29T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see

Whimsical /Spooky

I picked spooky because I just love this witch by mo's digital pencil

she is coloured with spectrum noir pens

the papers are papermania and the cat and pumpkin from hobbycraft

I am also entering this for the

Paperplay Challenge

"halloween"

Fab n Funky challenge

"halloween"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas Tags

2011-10-29T08:30:00.000+01:00

Hi all

we have a new challenge for you over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this week we would like to see projects with

NO Sentiment

I have made a set of christmas gift tags

the stamps are papermania and whiff of joy

coloured with prismacolour pencils

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

snow fun

2011-10-26T14:05:00.003+01:00

Hi all

Hope you are all doing ok

It is a bit busy here with the half term

but I managed to grab some time to craft

This is a card for the

Cupcake Craft Challenge

"denim and lace"

Forever Friends challenge

"anything goes"

Simon says stamp challenge

"anything goes"

Sweet stop sketch challenge

"sketch"

image : fizzy moon

papers : dovecraft

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas kitty

2011-10-23T18:59:00.001+01:00

Hi Everyone

Here is my card for the

Colour Create Challenge

"burgundy, green, red and gold"

Charismacardz Challenge

"embossing"

both the corner swirl and sentiment are heat embossed

CLP Challenge
"sketch"

Image : Sugar Nellie

Papers: dovecraft

flowers : marianne d die

Thanks for stopping by

and your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

Wrap up warm

2011-10-22T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi Everyone

Today is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see projects

with the theme

wrap up warm

I have used these cute sugar nellie penguins

coloured with spectrum noir pens

the papers are from a papermania pad

sentiment is from cats life press

I am also entering this for the

Ribbon girl Challenge

"lilac and green"

Pink Ink sketch challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by and all your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

snowman

2011-10-20T14:47:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Here is a card I have just finished for the

A gem of a challenge challenge

"sketch"

Image : pink gem

Papers : first edition

Snowflakes : marianne d dies

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Autumn

2011-10-18T08:00:00.000+01:00

Hi All

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie Challenge

and this fortnight we would like to see

Forever Autumn

I have used an old popcorn stamp coloured with copics

the papers are mme bloom and grow

flower from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

Magnolia Christmas

2011-10-17T17:40:00.005+01:00

Hi all

sorry for not being around

I have had a busy couple of days

I have finally got time this afternoon

to make this card for the

Magnolia down under Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"Lavender and lace"

Just Magnolia Challenge

"distressing"

Truly Scrumptious Challenge

"distressing"

Image : Magnolia

Papers: papermania

Flowers : Wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by and all your lovely comments

Hugs

Francesca

white + 1

2011-10-15T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we would like to see

white + 1

I have used one of my new sugar nellie stamps
the papers are dcwv and papermania

I am also entering this for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Halloween

2011-10-15T08:30:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this week we would like to see your

Halloween Creations

we are sponsored by

Sassy Studios

I hope you will all find time to join us

Hugs

Francesca

teddies

2011-10-13T14:24:00.000+01:00

Hi All

here is a card I have just finished for the

Forever Friends challenge

"pink, brown and white"

Allsorts Challenge

"bear"

Penny Black Challenge

"age is just a number"

Craft 4 eternity Challenge

"sketch"

Image: Penny black

Papers: papermania

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Autumn hanglar

2011-10-12T14:55:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

I have a card to show you today

I am entering this for the

Fussy and Fancy Friday

" fall or halloween"

Just Magnolia Challenge

"anything goes"

Paperplay Challenge

"autumn"

Moving along with the times Challenge

"autumn"

pink {ink} Challenge

"sketch"

Image : Hanglar

Papers : MME

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

Santa

2011-10-09T16:09:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I treated myself to 4 new sugar nellie stamps

and couldn't resist colouring them

here is my first card

I am entering this for the

Creative Craft Challenges

"sketch"

Crafty Emma Challenge

"seeing red"

Simon Says Challenge

"sparkle and bling"

Image : Sugar Nellie

Papers : dcwv

sentiment : Lotv

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Anything goes With Sparkle

2011-10-08T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

And this week 's challenge is

Anything Goes as Long as it sparkles

I have used a snowflake stamp to create the backing papers

and embossed some coordinations card

The image is from the tatty teddy cd rom

Coloured with spectrum noir pens

I am also entering this for the

Cupcake Craft Challenge

"black and white christmas"

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Reindeer

2011-10-07T15:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

Thank you for all the get well wishes for my daughter

She had her surgery yesterday and is recovering well

The card I have for you today is my entry for the

Friday Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"animals"

A gem of a challenge

"with love at Christmas"

Image pink gem

Papers : My minds eye

Snowflakes : Marianne D

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Autumn girl

2011-10-05T14:35:00.003+01:00

Hi all

My daughter surgery has been delayed to tomorrow afternoon

so still no further yet

my card today is for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch and Autumn"

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"autumn"

I Copic Challenge

"autumn colours"

Image : sugar nellie

Papers : Scraps

flowers : Prima

thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Oldie but a goodie

2011-10-04T08:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

The lovely Sara has chosen the challenge this fortnight which is

Wings

I have used an old Lili of the valley stamp coloured with copics

the papers are dcwv and the flowers are from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Lili of the valley Challenge

"button it"

Colour Create Challenge

"lime, aqua and white"

Sketch and Stash Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge
"flowers"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

presents

2011-10-03T15:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

I have just got back from the hospital with my daughter

she has broken three fingers on her left hand

and needs a pin inserting to one of her fingers to help it heal

she has to have surgery on Wednesday morning

so could you all send her some get well vibes

anyway onto my card

This is my entry for the

Papertake weekly Challenge

"sketch"

Cute card thursday challenge

"animal crackers"

Stampin for the weekend challenge

"what a cutie"

Image is fizzy moon coloured with copics

papers are a mix from my scrap box

sentiment is Cats life press

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Halloween and men

2011-10-01T09:12:00.001+01:00

Scroll Down for my Sir Stampalot DT card

Hi all

Saturday again so time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

And this week's challenge is

Halloween

I have made a little pillow box to fill with yummy chocolate

the image is from pink gem designs

coloured with spectrum noirs

the papers are from bearly mine designs

I am also entering this for the

Moving along with the times Challenge

"halloween"

I hope you will all join us

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It is also time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

the theme this week is

Just for men

We are sponsored by

Dude time doodles

I have used one of their images

and I hand drew the background

I hope you will all find time to join us

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Food Glorious Food

2011-10-01T08:52:00.001+01:00

Hi all

We have a new challenge over at

Sir Stampalot Challenge

and this month we would like to see

Food Glorious Food

we have a fab prize this month

For my card I have used
I have used an old house mouse stamp
coloured with spectrum noir pens
the papers are papermania

I am also entering this for the

Bunny Zoes crafts Challenge
"sketch"

We also have a new dt member a big welcome to Ruth

Hope you will all find time to join us
Hugs
Francesca

Christmas mouse

2011-09-29T14:25:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I have spent all day catching up on the housework

and some Dt projects

Also finished this card for the

Penny Black Challenge

"monochromatic"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

"recycle"

I have recycled the ribbon and the acetate

Simon says stamp challenge

"anything goes"

Image : Penny Black

Paper : Dovecraft

Sentiment : lotv

Gingerbread man

2011-09-27T14:53:00.000+01:00

Hi all

Hope you are all enjoying the sunshine

My card today is for the

Cute card thursday challenge

"sketch"

Kenny K Challenge

"christmas"

Simon says stamp challenge

"punches or dies"

Image Kenny K

Papers : Crafts too

Snowflakes: marianne Die

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

morticia

2011-09-25T17:21:00.000+01:00

Hi all

I hope you have all had a good weekend

I have a card to show you today for the

Cupcake Craft Challenge

"black and purple"

Paper Shelter Challenge

"anything goes"

pink ink sketch challenge

"sketch"

Image : paper shelter

papers : Papermania

sentiment: whimsy stamps

flowers: retro punches

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

A Recipe

2011-09-24T08:30:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we have a recipe

1 image

2 papers

3 flowers

4 brads

5 gems/ pearls

I have used an older whiff of joy stamp coloured with spectrum noirs

I paper pieced the cup

The papers are dcwv , flowers cut with retro punches

I am also entering this for the

Whiff Of Joy Challenge

"sketch"

I hope you will all find time to join us

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Ballet bea

2011-09-22T15:08:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I have spent most of the day running around

trying to find a venue for my daughters birthday party

Have finally found a place that we like

Anyway onto the card

This is my entry for the

Friday Sketch Challenge

"sketch"

Teddy Bo Challenge

"wings"

Basic grey Challenge

"pink and brown"

Papertake weekly Challenge

"creature comforts"

This cute teddy bea image is coloured with copic markers

the papers are from basic grey and the flowers are prima

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Oldie but A goodie

2011-09-20T08:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie but a goodie challenge

and this fortnights challenge chosen by Debs is

ONE FOR THE BOYS

The winner of my 1st birthday candy is

Jenni

Please contact me at mum_2_seven@hotmail.co.uk

I have used a old daisy and dandelion stamp

coloured with copic markers

the papers are forever friends

I am also entering this for the
Sketch and Stash Challenge
"sketch"
My mum craft shop challenge
"Happy birthday"

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca

christmas presents

2011-09-19T15:13:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I have just finished this card for the

CLP Challenge

"sketch"

Lili of the valley Challenge

"red, green and white"

Paperplay Challenge

"punches and dies "

Moving along with the times Challenge>

"sparkle"

Image : lotv

Papers: first edition

lace: wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

snow fun

2011-09-18T17:22:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I hope you have all had a great weekend

Here is a card I have just finished

This is my entry for the

Wild orchid crafts challenge

"sketch"

Fuzzy wuzzy Challenge

"pink"

Simon says stamp challenge

"song : walking in a winter wonderland"

Image is fizzy moon, the papers are dcwv

flowers from wild orchid crafts

snowflake is a cuttlebug die

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

One layer and girlie

2011-09-17T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is Saturday again so time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

and this week we would like to see

GIRLIE

we are sponsored this week by Sassy studios

I have used one of thier images coloured with spectrum noirs

Papers are Papermania

I hope you will all find time to join us

I am also entering this for the

Sunday sketch and stamp Challenge

"sketch"

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It is also time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

And this week we would like to see

ONE LAYER CARDS

I have used a fizzy moon stamp coloured with copics

the border was created with distress inks and whiff of joy swirls

I am also entering this for the

Totally Papercrafts Challenge

"clean and simples"

I hope you will all find time to us

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

cooking Tilda

2011-09-15T15:13:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Hope you are all doing well

I have had a crafty day today

and have just finished this card for the

Magnolia down under Challenge

" sketch"

Tomic Challenge

"chocolate and cream"

Cute card thursday challenge

"anything goes"

Die Cut Dreams challenge

"Flower power"

Behind the circle is a yummy recipe for my fav Rum truffles

Image : Magnolia

Papers : Stampin up

Flowers: wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

2 cards today

2011-09-14T15:08:00.000+01:00

Hi all

I have 2 cards to show you today

This is my entry for the

Penny Black Challenge

"Delicious"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Crafts 4 Eternity Challenge

"brown and blue"

Image : Penny black

Papers: pink paislee

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

my second card is for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Image : Sugar nellie

Papers : my minds eye

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Christmas Humphrey

2011-09-11T19:24:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Sorry I haven't been around much this week

I have been having a through clean of the house

It is amazing where you find things when the kids

have been home for 6 weeks

I did manage to make this card using the freebie stamp from a magazine

I have made this card for the

Moving along with the times Challenge

"sketch"

Crafters Companion Challenge

"christmas wishes "

Papers : Dcwv

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Inspired By A Song

2011-09-10T09:00:00.002+01:00

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week I have chosen the challenge of

Inspired by a song

My song is singing in the rain

I am also entering this for the

Pink ink sketch challenge
"sketch"
Whiff Of Joy Challenge
"pink and pearls"
Charismacardz Challenge
"inspired by a song"

Image : whiff of joy
Papers: Tim Holtz
Flowers: wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Dressmaking

2011-09-07T15:05:00.001+01:00

Hi all

I have just made this card for the

Totally Gorjuss challenge
"sketch"
Cupcake Craft Challenge
"patchwork"
Paper Shelter challenge
" embossing"
Papertake weekly Challenge
"Anything goes"
My mums craft Challenge
"layers"
Cute card thursday challenge
"punches"

Image : Paper Shelter

Papers: My minds eye

Flowers : retro punches

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

1st Birthday Blog Hop

2011-09-06T08:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Oldie But A Goodie challenge

our challenge this fortnight is

CHRISTMAS IN SEPTEMBER

And this one is quite special as it is our 1st Birthday

I can't believe we have been going for a year

so to celebrate we are having a blog hop

You should have arrived here from Tracy's Blog

The letter you need from me is L

the next stop on your hop is the lovely Laurie

If you get lost just return to the challenge blog for the hop order

I have a mystery candy to be won

All you have to do is leave a comment on all the Dt Blogs

I will pick a winner using random.org

For the challenge I have made this

Advent Calender

Front

Side One

Back

Side two

top

Images are all lili of the valley
all the papers are papermania

Sorry for all the pics trying to show it all

I am also entering this for the

Lili of the valley Challenge
"sketch"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Cheers

2011-09-05T17:19:00.002+01:00

Hi all

I have had a bit of peace today as the kids are back at school

They all looked so cute in thier new uniforms

I have made this card for the

Papertake weekly Challenge

"sketch"

Colour Create Challenge

"red, kraft and white"

Crafty Emma's store Challenge

"raise your glasses"

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

man of the match

2011-09-04T17:13:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Here is another card from my crafting session yesterday

I have made this card for my father in law from the kids

Forever Friends challenge

"3d"

C.R.A.F.T. Challenge

"sketch"

Allsorts Challenge

"blue and green"

Image : Forever Friends

Papers: K&co

sentiment: popcorn

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

The Colours of Autumn

2011-09-03T09:00:00.004+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week we challenge you to create projects with

The colours of Autumn

I have used a Kenny K Image coloured with copics
Papers are Stampin up and scraps
flowers are from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Fussy and fancy Challenge
"sketch"
Kenny K Challenge
"recipe"
stamp something Challenge
"digi"

I hope you will all find time to join us

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It is also time for a new challenge over at

One stop Craft challenge

And we would like to see

primary colours and back to school

I have used a magnolia image and an image from our sponsors
Papers are Cosmo cricket

I am also entering this for the
Sunday sketch and stamp Challenge
"sketch"
Totally Tilda Challenge
" back to school"
Just Magnolia Challenge

"anything goes + Circles"
Tomic Challenge
"back to school + Metal"

I really hope you will all join us

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

cute flowers

2011-09-02T14:23:00.001+01:00

Hi all

Well I have spent most of the doing housework

so rewarded myself with some crafting time

Here is the card I have just finished

I am entering this for the

Paperplay Challenge

"make your own flowers"

Sketch Saturday Challenge

"sketch"

Cuddly Buddly challenge

"Vintage distressing and flowers"

Moving along with the times Challenge

"make your own flowers"

Image : Cudly buddly

Papers : Tim Holtz

Everything else from stash

Thanks for Stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

SIR STAMPALOT "FREEBIE FRIDAY"

2011-09-01T15:42:00.001+01:00

Sir Stampalot are promoting a new weekly feature, starting tomorrow. It’ll be called ‘Freebie Friday’ and will be sent via their email newsletter, so if you want to join in, you’ll need to sign up for the newsletter before end of day today (follow link below):-

http://www.onlineitools.com/nl/nl-subscribe.php?bus_id=3091&list_id=1

Alternatively, you can go to the Sir Stampalot web site and sign up at the "Stay in Touch" "Sign up to Smudges" link on the left hand side of the home page.

Hugs

Francesca

It's a Frame up

2011-09-01T08:00:00.001+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Sir Stampalot Challenge

and this month's challenge is

It's a frame up

we would like to see a frame on your project

I have used a papermania felt butterfly
with cosmo cricket papers and punched butterflies

I hope you will all find time to join us this month

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca

pretty Daisy

2011-08-31T19:45:00.000+01:00

Hi all

I have spent all day getting the kids uniform's and have finally got everything

( I think)

I have made this card for the

Sugar Bowl challenge

"sketch"

Simon says stamp challenge

"anything Goes"

Image : sugar Nellie

Papers : My Minds Eye

Flowers : Wild orchid crafts

I will be back tomorrow with my DT card for the new Sir Stampalot Challenge

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

School Bear

2011-08-29T18:26:00.000+01:00

Hi all

I have recovered from my brothers wedding

and took some time to make this card for the

Sentiment Sundays

" back to school"

Allsorts

" back to school"

Stamp Something " back to school"

Totally Papercrafts

" back to school"

Paper Play

"back to school"

Penny Black Challenge

"Sketch"

Truly Scrumptious Challenge

"rocked out pink"

Image : Penny Black

Papers : Papermania

Flowers : wild orchid crafts

Thanks for stopping by

Hugs

Francesca

Under the Sea

2011-08-27T09:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all

It is time for a new challenge over at

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge

and this week's challenge is

UNDER THE SEA

I have used a free image from the web coloured with spectrum noirs

the papers are from the forever friends springtime pack

flowers are prima and lace from wild orchid crafts

I am also entering this for the

Wild orchid Challenge

"sketch"

I really hope you will all find time to join us

Thanks for stopping by
Hugs
Francesca