Challenge 136 - My Favourite Kraftin' Kimmie Stamp!

This weeks Kraftin' Kimmie Blog Challenge was such a tough one!  We were asked to make a card with our favourite Kraftin' Kimmie stamp.  How do I choose just one?!  I use the Annie Rodrigue stamps almost exclusively as I LOVE to colour.  After MUCH consideration, I chose Voodoo Lady.  I have only coloured her once before for a Christmas Card (yeah, I'm unconventional like that) and have been wanting to colour her again.

In other super exciting news, Kraftin Kimmie posted a Guest Designer Call on their blog!!  I have been working on my submission card and will just die if I get the spot.  There is some tough competition out there, namely my bff and fellow stamper Aaemie Ali.  Wish me luck!

Stamps:  Voodoo Lady (Kraftin' Kimmie)

Ink:  Tsukineko Memento Tuxedo Black, Versamark Watermark

Paper:  X-PressIt Blend It Cardstock, Serenity Collection (Bo Bunny)

Copics:  Hair - T9, T7, T1; Skin - E11, E13, E34, E50, E53; Dress -YR18, R27, W5; Skulls & Rocks - E11, E34, E50, E53, W2, W5, W7

Pens:  Spica Glitter Pen-Black (Copic)

Die Cuts & Embossing Folders:  Curved Rectangle (Spellbinders), Picot Circle (Spellbinders), Classic Circle (Spellbinders)

Embellishments:  Serenity Collection Brad (Bo Bunny), Pearls (Scrapbooking Crafts)

Miscellaneous:  Ribbon (from my stash), 3D Foam Squares (ek Tools), Embossing Powder-Black (Stampendous) 

Challenge 135 - White on White

I jumped head first into this week's Kraftin' Kimmie Blog Challange.  I have wanted to do a white on white card for some time but never worked up the nerve.  I also tried no-line colouring for the first time.  

I LOVE how both turned out!  It is certainly a challenge to only use white paper but it forced me to get really creative and use my neglected embossing folders.  

I also think that I have produced the best colouring I have ever done and am very pleased with how the card turned out.  

I am SUPER excited for the Kraftin' Kimmie Guest Designer call and can't wait to get started on my submission!  

Stamps:  Bella (Kraftin' Kimmie), Thanks - So Happy For You Sentiments (Stampin' Up), Double Vision Background (Ditto)

Ink:  Tsukineko Memento Desert Sand & Sweet Plum, Versamark Watermark

Paper:  X-PressIt Blend It Cardstock, Winter White 12x12 Textured Cardstock

Copics:  Hair - E79, E47, E34; Skin - E00, E02, E11, R20; Dress - G24, G99, YG03, YG17, BV02, BV08, BV11, W2, W5; Cats - Y21, YR24, YR31, E34

Pens:  Spica Glitter Pen-Chocolate (Copic)

Die Cuts & Embossing Folders:  Labels Eight Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Anastasia Border (Cheery Lynn), Large Polka Dots (Cuttlebug), Rebel Girl (Cuttlebug), Textured Impressions Designer Frames (Stampin' Up)

Embellishments:  Button (from my stash), Pearls (Recollections)

Miscellaneous:  Ribbon (from my stash), 3D Foam Squares (ek Tools), Embossing Powder-Clear (Stampendous), Free Hand Stitching, Embroidery Floss-Winter White (DMC)


I don't know how to take off that white highlighting as it is so random but maybe I'll figure it out soon.  At the very least, I've listed my supplies like a real card maker :)

There's No Place Like Home!

About a month ago, I won a blog hop over at http://kraftinkimmiestamps.blogspot.ca/ and received three stamps from the Annie Rodrigue Wizard of Oz release.  It isn't often that I get to make a card, just because and I got the opportunity to do so and use Glinda from the collection.

I will entering this card into the One Crazy Stamper Designers Blog  June Sketch Challenge.  Hope you like it! 

xo M

Get Your Fitness On with @ThatGurlMeaghan and @TheMotionRoom!

It's June!  Can you believe it?  That means that Summer is literally knocking on the door.  We've already had some AMAZING weather and you've no doubt busted out the shorts, tanks and maybe even your bathing suit.  

As you know, I train at and am an Ambassador for The Motion Room.  An awesome boutique gym nestled between Bloor West Village and The Junction.  I have been blogging about my personal fitness journey, along with the other Ambassadors http://tmrambassadors.tumblr.com/ and now have the opportunity to share The Motion Room with you!  

That's right kids, a CONTEST!  I have in my hot little hand, a Groupon for 12 Personal Co-Training Sessions and 30 Days of UNLIMITED Bootcamp Classes at The Motion Room!  View details here: http://www.groupon.com/deals/the-motion-room

To enter the contest:

1.)  Follow this blog and comment below, telling me why you would benefit from this amazing opportunity.

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3.)  SHARE this blog post on your Facebook or Twitter Page and encourage your friends to enter the contest.  

You MUST do all three steps in order to be eligible.  The contest closes on Friday, June 15 at 6pm and the winner will be announced on Saturday, June 16. 

Good Luck everyone!  I can't wait to train with you :)