Happy Birthday Corinne and Irene

Today over at Simply Betty Stamps the facebook group are having another special Birthday blog hop ! 

Happy Happy Birthday to 2 wonderful ladies Corinne Jones and Irene Chapmon Sherman these 2 wonderful ladies share a birthday. Well gals I hope you have a wonderful day and enjoy your

 hop  !

Here is Corinne 

And Irene 

Now before I get into details I would like to extend a huge thank you to Betty Roberts from Simply Betty Stamps not only is she the very talented designer of these fab images but she very knidly donated them to our cause. So Betty thank you are a wonderful lady ! 

You can check out all Betty's fabulous images Here

Now for Corinne's image I have used the following copic colors
Skin: E21,51,11
Hair:E33,35,37
Eyeshadow: RV99,95,93
Top:B12,14,16
Shorts:B91,93,95
Swing: YR12,14,15
R81,83,85
The Butterfly swing is from Make it Crafty you can get it Here I have merged the two images in word.
The ribbon slide and corner are also from Make it Crafty.
The paper is from Basic Grey Lemonade Collection available from Scrap Therapy Here.
Flowers from Petaloo available from ME ! just give me a shout !!
And the flourish die is from Spellbinders available from Blue Edge Crafts available Here


Now onto Irene's card
Copic Colors used were
Skin: E21,11,51
Hair:E23,25,27
Eyes:E31,33,35
Lips:RV21,23,25
Top:RV91,93,95
Pants: W1,3,5
Present:B12,14,16

The base card is cream cardstock
Background paper is from Stampin Up designer series stack Pink Pirouette available here
The die is Oval Frame from Marianne Dies
Flowers from Petaloo from Me just give me a holler!!
And lace from my stash .
 So from here you can head to  Ruza
Betty Roberts ( Vannessa Bland,Carmen Shannon, Barbara Haines Ettinger) http://simplybettystamps.blogspot.com/ Tanja Charles,BreAnn McFarland,
 Samantha Valantean http://craft-teeinthecity.blogspot.com/
Tanya Johnson http://little-scrapper.blogspot.com/
 Jackie Rakoski-Diediker http://stampingsister.blogspot.com/
 Sian Hillman http://serendipity-cards.blogspot.co.uk/
 Lucy Gregg http://loopylass2010.blogspot.co.uk/
Karen Pimblett http://www.kraftykarensblogspot.co.uk/wordpress
Maggie Cox Schoener www.maggiescathouse.blogspot.com
 Wendy Billings www.jazzydoodledesigns.com
 Darcy Schroeder http://craftingwithdarcy.blogspot.com/
 Sheri Scraps www.mammasscrappin.blogspot.com
 Bettina Leikvoll www.bettandshobbykrok.blogspot.com
 Lori Gauerke www.thehappystamperinwisconsin.blogspot.com
 Christin Myhre www.christinmyhre.no
Vicky Fortier http://crafting-vicky.blogspot.ca/
Katya Bess Www.kattyxotica.blogspot.com
 Danni Bindel http://dannisdreamscrafts.blogspot.com/
 Stacey Schofield www.lasatas.blogspot.com
Jackie Randolph http://papermoments.blogspot.com/
 Emily Shroom http://emilyshroom.blogspot.com.au/
 Samantha Valantean www.timelesscrafter.blogspot.com
 Kay Mowat http://kaym74.blogspot.com/
 Ruza Stevanovic Rebel http://ruzascraftcorner.blogspot.com/
 Cindye Wile http://nscropper.blogspot.ca/
Lisa Howell www.mindovermattercreations.com
Veronica Chasteen Rosenshein www.artbyveronica.blogspot.com
 Kathy Smyth Www.kathyjsmyth.blogspot.com
 Robin Bogle http://www.rcz28.blogspot.com/
Melissa Whaley Varga www.cheesestampersinparadise.blogspot.com
 Sharon Gerber Brown http://mrslumpys.blogspot.com/
 Kezzia Kerri Brown www.cardsbykerrie.blogspot.co.uk
 Roz Gold Wolfe http://wolfepak5.blogspot.com/
 Trish TheDish Sakulich http://scrappintillthecowscomehome.blogspot.com/
 Sharman DeLuca http://sharman33.blogspot.com/
Kathy Johnson Gillon http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com/
 Lisa Lucas Nelson http://distinctivelmnts.blogspot.com/
 Berenice Rendon http://www.karbersweetescape.blogspot.com/
Heath Whitlock www.slightlymadbut.blogspot.com
 Stacy Stratis www.AnastasiasArts.blogspot.com
 Louise Mann http://louisescraftycards.blogspot.co.uk/
 Tamara Van Wijk http://thestampingchef.com/Blog/
 Rio Judy Ford http://mommylittlecrafterincrime.blogspot.com/
 Lori Gauerke http://thehappystamperinwisconsin.blogspot.com/
 Sharette Smith http://scrappernthemaking.blogspot.com/
 Elisabete Olivera Balcavage Www.thebalcavages.blogspot.com
Celina ScrapVamp Matthews www.ScrapVamp.blogspot.comr

Oh To Be 21 Again

Hello and welcome back to Cards By Kay today I am showing a very special card I have made for a friend of mine for her to give to her sister on her 21st Birthday ! The image is from Make It Crafty and is called Roxy you can find her here


                                                               Roxy                                                      

                              

                                                         A little close up 

                                               

                                                   And the inside pops out to say Happy Birthday 

                                               

To color Roxy I have used the following colors:
Skin E21,51,11
Hair: YR14,16,18 and E08
Wings: YG 11,13,15
Clothes: YG 21,23,25
Eyes: YG11,61,63
The background paper is from My Minds Eye
Card is Bazzill basics
For the pop out Happy Birthday I have used a file from my Silhouette library ( that machine is still way too much fun)
I have really enjoyed the challenge of the curls on this little image it took ages by I am really happy with the result and I do hope the recipient enjoys it.
So thats it for me for today anyway thanks for stopping by hope to see you again soon
Hugs
Kayxx

Steampunk Romance

Hello and welcome back to Card's By Kay today is my final showing for our re-release of the fabulous Romance Steampunk Line from Simply Betty Stamp available Here. So my final showing is the gorgeous Emma
       

                                                                           Emma                                          
               

And a little close up !

My ingredients for this project are 

Copic markers 

Skin: E21,51,11

Hair: E51,53,55

Dress: V20,22,25,28

Under skirt: C1,2,3

Stockings: V20,22, colorless blender 

Card: E40,41,43,R46

The frame is from my silhouette library and is called Ornate Oval Frame

The die is small flourish from Die-namics

Key and silver bauble are from my stash

flowers are from Petaloo.

I have had so much fun with these Romance digi's they have been a pleasure to play with. So there is still a little time left to join in the challenge this month over at Simply Steampunk Challenges, remember it's gotta be steampunk to qualify for a prize. Hope you've had a chance to visit the rest of the DT teams blogs they are awesome !! 

Hugs

Kay xx

    

Left Of Centre New Challenge

Hello all and welcome back to Cards By Kay, I am super excited today as this is my first post for the Left Of Centre Design team a huge thank you girls for offering me this opportunity. So our challenge this month is Christmas our fab sposor is Sassy Studios and the image I am using is called Snowman Pinup you can get it Here. And don't forget we still have a DT call going on so come on join us just look at the fun you could be having. Check it all out Here.

                                         Snowman Pinup 

                                                       

                                                                       Closer look

I have used the following ingredients for my card 

Copic makers

Skin: E21,51,11

Hair: E23,25,27

Hat and Scarf: N3,4,5,7

Dress: R22,27,29,37

Eyes and Lips: YG11,61,63 R22,27,29

Paper and card 

White, Black and Red  cardstock 

Kaiser Craft Twig and Berry Collection Myrrh 

Black lace from Laces Galore on Ebay 

Flowers from Petaloo available from my self at Kay's Cards and Crafts

I have also used Petite oval dies from Spelbinders available Here

And Fancy flourish from Die-namics 

So thanks for looking today and don't forget the other amazing blogs on the DT team they are awesome. You can find the links below 

Mo

Lorraine

Keren

Penny Rae

Steph

Mid way Reminder time at Punk You Girl

Hello and welcome back it is our mid way reminder over at Punk You Girl today so that means there is still plenty of time to get crafting and come up with a Black Christmas project to join in  the fun.


                                    Here is Skully Santa from our fab sponsor Delicious Doodles

                                                 

I just love this image I think he is awesome, while keeping with the black Christmas theme I also wanted to add a little color to him I think it worked what do you think ?  

To color him up I have used the following colors 

Santa Suit: BG70,72,75,78

Skeleton: W1,2,3,5

Beard & Hair : C1,2,3

Eyes: Y35

Bauble: R20,37,46 ( thanks Jenny D for sharing this combo ) 

My other ingredients are 

Card: Coredinations Black and Jade

Paper : Echo Park Spider Webs 

Die: Memory Box delicate Web 

and I added some Christmas baubles for a bit of fun

So now it's over to you lets see your black Christmas side we have a fantastic prize on offer just remember we are a dark themed challenge blog so to qualify for the prize you must follow the guidelines.

Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to seeing your entry

 Hugs

Kay 

New Stuff !!

Hi everyone just a quick update from kays cards and crafts new stock in from Petaloo and Couture Creations. Check them out Here
                                 

In the mean time Merry Christmas to you all and have a safe and Happy New Year 

Hugs 

Kay xx 

Simply Steampunk Challenges

Hello all and welcome back to Cards By Kay it's show time for me over at Simply Steampunk Challenges and today  I am showing you the ever Handsome Mercius from the Romance Steampunks drawn by the very talented Abigail Larsen and sold by the equally talented Betty from Simply Betty Stamps you can find Mercius here . So here he is


                                                     

                                                                 For a little close up !

                                             

  Ok so I think I can safely say that my recent purchase of a Silhouette Cameo was a very good one I am totally addicted to and I am loving the different ways it allows me to spice up my projects.
   I have used copic markers in the following colors for Mercius
Hair: E23,25,27
Skin: E21,51,02
Suit: BG70,72,75,78
Shirt: C1,2,3
Heart Box : R46,E42
Hat & Shoes : N3,4,5,7

I have used the following ingredients
Card : Core'dinations Black and Distress Pine Needles
Paper: Graphic 45 Steampunk Debutante Modern Marvels and Tags
Flowers from Petaloo
The Gears and cogs overlay is from the Silhouette Store
The card , paper and flowers are available from my self just send me an email for more info.

The challenge is still open over at the Simply Steampunk Challenge site so get your steampunk on and get an entry in we would love to have you join us.
So for now
Hugs
Kay xx

Smeared and Smudged Blog Hop Time

Helloo and welcome back to cards by Kay. It is time for another hop over at Smeared and Smudged this time it is anything goes. I have chosen my image from Simply Betty Stamps it is a new image and is is called  Beast and is available Here.
                 
                                                                       Open View
                               

Close up 

Closed View 

I have used a Silhouette Cameo file called Sunburst Lace Card Wrap

The base card under the image is Core'dinations mocha 

The cogs are from my stash and the small Balsa Wood clock is from Bo Bunny available from Me ! 

The copic colors I have used are 

Beast : E31,33,35 

Hair: E23,25,27

Horns: W1,3,5,7

Jacket: W1,3,5,7

Shirt: B12,14,16 C1,2,3

Chair: E71,74,77 BG02,05,07,09

Curtain YR12,14,16

So make sure to head on over to  Julia (the blog roll is below)  next and enjoy the hop 

Thanks for visiting 

Hugs 

Kay xx

Black Dragon
Lyneen
                      Kay ( you are here )
             Julia ( next stop
Laura
Evil Edna
Shoni
Maureen
Rocio
Kapree
Fiona
Susan

Elsa The Snow Queen

Hello and welcome back to cards by Kay today I want to show a Christmas card I have made for a very close friend,. This image is Elsa The Snow Queen she was generously supplied by Betty of Simply Betty Stamps, unfortunately she is not for sale but I hope you can enjoy her here. And you can view all of Betty's amazing images here. I have also has huge fun with my new cameo I am loving the whole new dimension it is bringing to work !
                                                       
                                                               Here is my card closed
                                             

Close up of Elsa 

And one last look 

To color Elsa I have used in the following copic colors 

Skin: E21,51,11,

Eyes and Lips: B00,02,04 V20,22,25

Hair: E23,25,27

Dress: V20,22,25

I also used the Blues and Violets on the snowflakes

The snowflake chippie is from Make it Crafty 

And from the silhouette Studio I have used the a2 card wrap set Holiday Damask , I have cut this out of Bazzill card.

Thanks for visiting today I wish everyone a wonderful Christmas and a safe a Happy New year 

Hugs 

Kay xx

Challenge time at Punk You Girl

Hello and welcome back to cards by Kay Wow I am having a busy time of it lately. We have a new challenge happening over at Punk You Girl  and this month it is BLACK CHRISTMAS so it is time to think black think creepy and think Christmas and get your entries in her are my projects from our fabulous sponsor who this month is delicious Doodles
                                                               
                                                                                                 
                                                              An Emo Christmas 
                                           

To color An Emo Christmas I have used 

N1,3,5,7,9

and E21,51,11

embellishments are from my stash  

                                                               and Evil Snowman 

I just love this guy copic colors I have used are 

N3,5,7

C1,2,3,5

YR14,15,16,18

E23,25,27

and ebellies from my stash 

So get you imagination flowing and join us for our challenge. PLEASE remember we are a dark themed challenge site the theme this month is BLACK CHRISTMAS to be eligible for a prize you must follow the challenge rule and theme thanks for visiting today don't forget to stop by the other DT girls blogs for soem inspiration 

Hugs 

Kay 

Challenge Day at Simply Steampunk Challenges

With the re-release of the gorgeous romance steampunk images by the very talented Abigail Larsen available here at Simply Betty Stamps. Our challenge for you this month is anything steampunk that's right
get your steampunk on anyway you like this month. So here is my project for challenge day using Annie, I do hope you like her ! I have used a file from the silhouette cameo machine called doily card wrap and the back ground is the Roman Clock and gear cogs,  the wrap ties at the front with a piece of ribbon


                                                         

For a closer look at Annie 

I have used the following copic colors to color Annie

Skin: E21,11,51

Hair: E23,25,27

Flower: YG61,63,67 and V12,15,17

Dress & socks: RV91,93,95

Wrap & shoes: N3,5,7

Stockings: C1,2,3

Goggles: W1,2,3 and C1

Inside 

and another one 

I have fussy cut Annie to sit in the bottom right corner and the flourish dies I have used are from 

Di-namics fancy flourish and 

Coture Creations Mimi and Pucci and  

The flowers are from petaloo 

 Please be sure to visit the fabulous Blogs from the other DT girls they are fantastic as always
Hugs
Kay 

LOC design team Call

I am excited this post is to apply for a position on the LOC design team I visit the blog regularly and the projects are amazing the following three project are probably my favorites
     

                                                         

I love my craft and what it brings to my life so if I can make someone smile when they have learn't something new by seeing what I have done then it is a good day for me ! 

I love to show someone how to achieve something they have been working towards but may have been a little stuck along the way. 

So wish me luck and I wish good luck to everyone entering there will be some fabulous entries to be sure.

Hugs

Kay xx 

Miss Audrey

I have had huge amounts of fun today playing with a new image from The Stamping Chef called Miss Audrey she is suave and sophisticated and oozes Victorian charm. Her timing was perfect for me as I also got an early birthday present this week in the shape of a Silhouette cameo so much fun was had. So I have created an easel card and here she is :)



                                                     

                                                              

Here are my ingredients :

Copic markers 

Skin: E21,51,11

Eyes: YG11,61,63

Eye shadow and lips : RV 91,93,95

Hair: E23,25,27

Dress: RV91,93,95,99

The frame is from the Silhouette store and is called Ornate Oval frame 

The label on the base is also from the store and is the Vintage label.

The paper is from Graphic 45 French Country Collection and is called Grandeur 

Flowers from may stash are all from petaloo

The flourish die is from Di-namics 

I will be entering this project in the following challenges

The Stamping Chef - Easel Card challenge

Through the Purple Hazes - Use your Stash 

Thanks for visiting today 

Hugs 

Kay xx

Love is in the air !

Hello everyone welcome back to Card's by Kay it is release day over at Simply Steampunk Challenges and this month we are doing a re-release of an old favourite the fabulous Romance images by the very talented Abigail Larsen you can get these fantastic images from Simply Betty Stamps Here. For my release day image I have used Gwendolyn and I have made a side stepper card using papers from Graphic 45 Steampunk Spells which you can find out more about here. These images are just gorgeous and it is never too early too get organised for Valentine's Day for that special someone.


                                                               So here is Gwendolyn
                           

 To color Gwen I have used Copic markers in the following colors :
Skin: E21,51,11,04
Hair: E23,25,27
Dress: YR14,15,16,18 and N3,5,7
Stocking and shoes: N1,3,5 YR18
Balloon: RV23,25,29

Alice

Hello and welcome back to Cards by Kay for my final showing for the fabulous Steampunk Alice in Wonderland collection . This has been a fantastic challenge these images are awesome !
 So my final image is " Alice " you can get her here from Simply Betty Stamps.
 So here she is
                         
                               

This image I think is very versatile I have fussy cut mine by separating the frame from the image, I have used the following Copic markers to color my image 

Hair: E51,53,55,57

Skin: E21,51,11,04

Dress: V0000,000,01,12,15,17

Shoes: C1,2,3

Stockings: V0000,000

Frame: E23,25,27,29

Label: E41,42,43

My base card is a cream card edged with Stampin Up ! Perfect Plum ink, I have layered this with Blackberry card from Bazzill and the paper is from Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland collection " the Mad Hatter" . The large flower and trinket in the top and bottom left corners are from Petaloo Here and go to the Petaloo tab at the top of the page for a better look. 

I have used a flourish die from Die-namics 

My lace is from and Ebay store called Laces Galore they have some gorgeous lace.

So ther you have her time is ticking down to join in our challenge for this month so if you haven't yet now is the time get creative and design an invitation or party announcement remember it has to be steampunk ! 

So thanks for visiting me today I hope I have been able to give you some inspiration 

Hugs

Kay xx 

Betty's Birthday Blog hop

Welcome back to Cards by Kay today we are having a very special Blog Hop for a very special lady who has the biggest heart of anyone I know she never says no and will always put someone else before herself no matter what. She is the definition of a true friend !! So Betty Roberts sit back, relax and enjoy HAPPY BIRTHDAY !

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Betty Queen of Halloween Roberts Happy Birthday to You!! Hip Hip Hooray !!! 
 Hope you had a wonderful birthday Betty bet you thought we'd all forgot you didn't you NEVER !! We love you too much for that to ever happen ! 
 So as my little card is coming to you all the way from the great land of Australia you are of course going to get it well after you birthday has been and gone so here's a little pic to keep you going till it gets's there ! I do hope it makes you smile !


                                                         

                                         

For a close up !

Corner embellies

And the butterfly 

This image has been very generously designed and donated to our cause by Tamara van Wijk and you can get this fabulous image Here so a huge thank you and Hugs to Tamara this has been a blast made all the more special by you !!

So now onto my recipe for Betty's birthday Card

Copic markers in the following colors

Skin: E21,51,11,04 ( in that order) 

Hair: E23,25,27

Hat : N3,4,5,7

Bat: W1,3,5,7 

Skulls: C1,2,3

Dress: RV91,93,95,99

Eyes and Lips: E31,33 RV91,93,95

My base card is from Bazzill and is called Raisin 

I have also used cardstock from Stampin Up from their neutrals range called Sahara Sand available Here

My papers are from Carina Gardner's Pairs Collection Provincial Plum in digital from Jessica Sprague Here

And my flowers are from Petaloo Here

 So below you will find the hop list for this massive event I do hope you enjoy it the girls have outdone themselves the projects are fantastic !! 

  Corinne http://wishuponascrap.blogspot.com/
Bonnie Pruss, Cynthia Cole, Cat Sexton
Irene Sherman http://irenescardcreations.blogspot.com/

Sian Hillman http://serendipity-cards.blogspot.co.uk/

Ruza Rebel http://ruzascraftcorner.blogspot.com/

Katrina Benton http://flutterbytrina.blogspot.co.uk/

Jackie Rakoski http://stampingsister.blogspot.com/

Sam Slater http://bananasaboutstamping.blogspot.co.uk/

Marie http://marie97-lotlot.blogspot.com/

Roz Wolfe http://wolfepak5.blogspot.com/

Bettina http://bettandshobbykrok.blogspot.com/

Sheri Scraps http://Mammasscrappin.blogspot.com/

Lisa Howell http://www.mindovermattercreations.com/

Wendy Billings http://www.jazzydoodledesigns.com/

Veronica http://www.artbyveronica.blogspot.com/

Jackie Randolph http://papermoments.blogspot.com/

Tanya Johnson http://little-scrapper.blogspot.com/

Vicky Fortier http://crafting-vicky.blogspot.ca/

Rhonda Miller http://bluepoohbear753.blogspot.com/

Elisabete Balcavage http://thebalcavages.blogspot.com/

Milo Lilja http://milolilja.net/

Berenice Rendon http://www.karbersweetescape.blogspot.com/

Katya Bess http://www.kattyxotica.blogspot.com/

Darcy Schroder http://craftingwithdarcy.blogspot.com/

Brandy Tinney http://ibalady.blogspot.com/

Emily Shroom http://emilyshroom.blogspot.com.au/

Karen Pimblett http://www.kraftykarensblogspot.co.uk/wordpress

Lucy Gregg http://loopylass2010.blogspot.co.uk/

Dianna Sowerbrower http://www.diannas-craftyplace.blogspot.com/

Trish the Dish http://scrappintillthecowscomehome.blogspot.ca/

Sharette Brown http://scrappernthemaking.blogspot.com/

Louise Mann http://louisescraftycards.blogspot.co.uk/

Kay Mowat http://kaym74.blogspot.com/ ( you are Here )

Christin Myhre http://www.christinmyhre.no/

Robin Bogle http://rcz28.blogspot.com/

Sharon Brown http://www.mrslumpys.blogspot.com/

Sharman DeLuca http://sharman33.blogspot.com/

Melissa Varga http://www.cheesestampersinparadise.blogspot.com/

Tanja Charles http://craft-teeinthecity.blogspot.com/

Kathy Gillion http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com/

Kezzla Brown http://www.cardsbykerrie.blogspot.co.uk/

Leanne Hanmer = http://pinkprincesssparkles.blogspot.co.uk/

Tricia http://almost2busy2stamp.blogspot.com/

Ashley Murphy http://anm61391.blogspot.com/

Celina Matthews http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com/

Anita Blake http://www.kardmakingheaven.blogspot.co.uk/

Patricia Buno http://preybueno.blogspot.com/

Deanna Fosnaugh http://deannafosnaugh.blogspot.com/

Pam Hicks http://littleturrettcrafts.blogspot.co.uk/

Shelley Mimi Bo http://www.happycraftershell.blogspot.com/

Cindye Wile http://nscropper.blogspot.ca/

Jackie Maunder http://apaperjem.blogspot.com.au/

Christine Garner http://happyscrapper-sweetpeacards.blogspot.com/

Vera http://scrappinghideaway.blogspot.com/

Down the Rabbit Hole we go

Hello peeps and welcome back to Cards by Kay today is another showing for Simply Steampunk Challenges new release of the Steampunk Alice in Wonderland images which are designed by the fabulously talented Abigail Larson. Today I will be showing " Down the Rabbit Hole " which is available Here from the awesome Simply Betty Stamps.
           
                                                 

This collection has been a whole lot of fun to play so a huge thank you to Betty once again for providing us DT girls with some fantastic images to work with ! 

 So to color my image I have used Copic markers in the following colors 

             Skin: E000,00,21,13

             Hair:  E51,53,55,57

             Dress: R81,83,85,C1,2,3

             Branches: E23,25,27,29

The Chippies frame has been glittered up with Honey Glow glitter available from Kaszazz 

The chippie key is from Twiddly Bitz 

Flowers from Petaloo Here  

Flourish die is from Die-namics 

Card is from Bazzill

And paper is from the Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland range and is called " Square Hare " and there is still a little left in stock this range of papers is now discontinued and will get harder to get you can check it out here  just go to the Graphic45 tab at the top of the home page ! 

 In the meantime there is still plenty of time to get crafty and join us for our challenge which is create an invitation or party announcement ! Remember we are steampunk challenge site so make it steampunky ! 

For more inspiration check out the fantastic projects created by the DT girls they are all so talented. 

Thank you once again for visiting me today !

Hugs 

Kay xx