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 :)

Under The Sea!

Darlin it's hotta, unda de wata!

I can't help but sing that song every time I hear the phrase "Under The Sea".  The Little Mermaid is my favourite Disney movie btw.  This week's Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Blog challenge is called just that and corresponds with the release of a new kit called Sea Jewels, featuring three beautiful mermaids and a bunch of cute sentiments.  

It just so happened that I had been working on a Mermaid card when the challenge was announced!  I have had Calliope for a while but hadn't had a chance to use her in a card. 

I love that little octopus.  He is the cutest!  I didn't add a sentiment since the card can be tailored to any occasion.  

Don't forget to visit my facebook page where I showcase all my cards: https://www.facebook.com/TheAthenaCollection

xo M

Kraftin' Kimmie Challenge 131 - ABC

It's been a while since I've posted something crafty, even tho I've steadily been crafting away.  The Kraftin' Kimmie challenge this week is an ABC Challenge.  Anything But a Card!  And it just so happens that one of my more recent paper-crafts was a bookmark :)

I LOVE colouring in black and grey and even tho the bookmark is pretty wide, I have been using it and will definitely make some more.  

xo M