Wicked Good Card

Another quick one...

This is another one from my colored images stash, Wicked Good from Simply B Stamps.  I colored the image with Prismcolor pencils and added Krystal Effects to the crystal ball and eyes, and use a glitter pen from Gelly Roll to add sparkle to her crown.  This was a fun one to color and I have been dying to use.  I kept it pretty simple as I wanted to focus on the image and sentiment, which came with the image.  Papers are from my scrap basket, as well as the ribbons and flower stickers...even the blue scalloped circle was in my scrap basket.  I love when I can use up those bits and pieces!  

What are you creating today?

Marie

Whip up Some Fun Penguin

 I do not realize how quickly time flies until I come to my blog and realize it has been WEEKS since I posted.  All I can say is life....it just gets in the way of my crafting sometimes:)  Honestly though, I have been busy with the end of school...I am the chair for our high school's All Night Grad Party...I did not realize what a HUGE undertaking it was and how time consuming the chair position is.  However, it is all worth it to provide a fun, safe place for the grads to celebrate.  This year's party, despite many hurdles, was a success.  And, yes, I am chairing next year:)  

Now on to crafting...this is a card I made for a swap.  the theme was "In the Kitchen".  I have had this stamp set forever and never used it, perfect time to try it out!

Here's the Details:
Image:  Inky antics - Baking Penguins set
Sentiment:  SimplyBStamps
Papers:  TPC Studio - So Delish Utensils - this paper was perfect as it was two sided!
Extras:  twine, Gelly Roll glitter pen, Zig black, orange, & blue pens, CM circle punch

I love my little penguin!  What are you crafting?  Have a great day!

Marie

Fabulous & 40! Happy Birthday, Betty!

Today's blog hop is to celebrate Betty Roberts of SimplyB stamps special birthday.

Fabulous & 40!  

Betty, I hope you have a simply 
WONDERFUL 
birthday!  
Hugs, Marie

Here is the COMPLETE blog list in case you get lost:

Corinne  http://wishuponascrap.blogspot.com

Leanne, Cynthia Cole, April, Cat, Dena

Rachel Http://bigcraftymess.blogspot.co.uk

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

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

Irene - http://irenescardcreations.blogspot.com/

Anne-http://handyitsme.blogspot.co.uk

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

Lisa H. www.mindovermattercreations.com

Patricia. http://preybueno.blogspot.com

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

Rita http://ritaedwardsdesign.wordpress.com/2014/11/10/betty/

Dorindahttp://rinchak.blogspot.com/2014/11/happy-birthday-betty.html

Marie http://marie97-lotlot.blogspot.com *** you are here

Louise: www.louisescraftycards.blogspot.com

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

Stephanie http://missniceroadscrapsit.blogspot.ca/

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

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

Darcy - http://craftingwithdarcy.blogspot.com

Melissa D - http://www.craftymeerkat.blogspot.com

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

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

Ashley- http://anm61391.blogspot.com/

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

Michelle - http://ladyofleisureink.blogspot.com/

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

Andrea - http://craftyandrea.blogspot.com/2014/09/happy-40th-birthday-betty.html

Chris S - http://cattsscratchingpost.blogspot.ca/

Lisa N. http://distinctivelmnts.blogspot.com/

Kitty - http://intruderlady.blogspot.com

Nia - http://wescraptoo.blogspot.co.uk/

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

Sam - http://bananasaboutstamping.blogspot.com

Julie R. http://reallycrazy4paper.blogspot.com/

Lizzy  www.colourkitty.blogspot.com

Rebecca http://sydneyssentiments.blogspot.com/

Bridgette https://copicsforbreakfast.wordpress.com/

Sharman-http://sharman33.blogspot.com

Regan - http://charmedstamping.blogspot.com/

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

Fernanda: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nanda-Oravec/657448417681493Nanda Oravec

Helen http://getpurseonality.blogspot.com/

Jo Walker http://joscardsandstuff.blogspot.co.uk/

Tanja http://twistedteecrafts.blogspot.com

Kay- http://kaym74.blogspot.com

Celina - http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com

Bettina http://bettandshobbykrok.blogspot.com/2014/11/bettys-surprise-bloghop.html

Wendy www.jazzydoodledesigns.com

Rhonda Miller http://bluepoohbear753.blogspot.com

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

Erin - http://erinsowlnest.blogspot.com/

Jill  http://cuddlyscraftycreations.blogspot.co.uk

Jo McKelvey http://joeysworldofstuff.blogspot.co.uk

Kerrie - http://cardsbykerrie.blogspot.co.uk/

Sharon B - http://www.mrslumpys.blogspot.com/

Holly Hughes - http://dbcraftgirls.blogspot.com

Floss - http://crabbiescards.blogspot.co.uk/

Olivia-http://ormcraftynights.blogspot.com

Rochelle http://rochelleayris.blogspot.co.uk/

Leadonna - http://ink-positive.blogspot.com

Lady B -  http://ladybrayton71.blogspot.com/

Peace & Good Fortune Card

Just knew I had to color her as soon as I saw her!  the background paper was perfect, too.  I found it in a paper swap I participated in.

Here's the Details:
Image - Japanese Better from Simply B Stamps; colored with Prismacolor pencils
Sentiment - came with the image
Papers - black card stock and swap papers
Extras - black ribbon, red ribbon rose, beaded headpin (I made it), and black doily

She is just one in the set of around the world images, but she is my favorite.

Thanks for looking!
                        Marie

SBS Sand Witch Card

On Friday I shared my goodies I received from a swap, today I want to share the card I made for my swap partner.  

Here's the Details:
Image:  Sand Witch from Simply B Stamps; colored with Prismacolor pencils
Sentiment:  came with the digi stamp
Papers:  Bo Bunny from my scrap basket
Extras:  google eyes, Stickles:  lime, gold, purple, & orange, bat brads, ribbon, Recollections paper rose, Creative Memories circle cutter & corner rounder; Memento black ink, and Glossy Accents

Thanks for looking!  Happy Monday!

Marie

Simply Betty Summerween Blog Hop

Another fun swap with Simply B Stamps Fan Group  on Facebook!  You should have come from Emily's blog, but if you didn't there is a complete hop list at the bottom of this post.  

Now to share...  My partner was Betty- Queen of Halloween, herself!  

Look at all this FUN Halloween stuff!   Papers, stamps, flowers, GLITTER, ribbon....so much new stuff to create with!  Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!  

I also received this cute card that she created using Sand Witch, a cute digi we were given for this swap.  Love it!!!

I so enjoy these swaps...I mean who doesn't like getting happy mail???  

Don't forget to check out the others...

Summerween Blog Hop List:

Betty Roberts

Corinne Jones

Sheri Loatwell

Kelli Hull

Anita Blake

Emily Thubbron

Marie Franklin ---YOU ARE HERE 

Erin Stephenson

Jackie Randolph

Roz Wolfe

Lucy Gregg

Jackie Rakoski-Diediker

Kathy Gillon

Kelly Halverson

Fun in the Sun Card

This was the only crafty thing I accomplished this weekend...we were busy, busy!  

Here's the details:
Image - Beach Cutie Toots from Simply B Stamps; I colored her with Primscolor pencils and accented with lime, yellow and orange Stickles; as well as Crystal Effects on the sunglasses and float.
Sentiment - came with the digi; added Crystal Effects
Papers - all from my scrap basket, I don't think you can tell in the picture but the patterned papers are pearlescent
Extras - Prima flowers in yellow and pink, ribbon, button, small pompom, and that cute crab is a cupcake pick.

I may have gone a little overboard with the embellishments....

I am entering this card into the Anything goes challenge at  Simply Challenged Challenges.

Happy Monday!
                   Marie

Betty Antoinette Birthday Card

Have had this one colored up for awhile, just now getting on to a card.  I have her colored up in several color combos, but I think this is my favorite.  She is from Simply B Stamps.

Here's the Details:

Image -  Betty Antoinette from Simply B Stamps; colored with Prisma colored pencils and accented with Stickles and Pearlz.
Papers - from my scrap basket
Extras - Happy Birthday emboss folder from Cuttlebug, CM oval cutter, Jolee's glitter rhinestone flower stickers, Recollections large rhinestone

I am entering this card in the following challenges:
Crazy 4 Challenges - C4C232
Tuesday Throwdown - #192, Lots of Sparkle 
Through the Purple Haze - # 38, Creativity Strike

Thanks for stopping by!

                                  Marie

Egg-cited Easter Card

Easter card for DH, love this image from Simply B Stamps.

Here's the details:
Image - Eggcited Corinne from Simply B Stamps; colored with Prisma colored pencils, added Stickles in Cotton Candy to ears and outfit.
Papers - Doodlebug Designs:  Nifty Notions, Sew Plaid, blue card stock from scrap basket
Extras - Pink Prima flowers, blue ribbon, green & silver brads, Stampendous silver egg and flower stickers.

How are your Easter preparations coming?  I still have a few things to get together...

Enjoy your day!
Marie

Bunny Betty Card

So, I was going for a non-traditional Easter colors.  I think this fits that perfectly, but I love the plum!  

Here's the Details:  
Image - Bunny Betty from Simply B Stamps; colored with Prisma Colored Pencils and embellished with Fuchsia Stickles
Papers - printed paper is subway art I printed, plum card stock & champagne glitter card stock is from my scrap basket
Extras - MS edge punch, SU bird punch (for the branches at top), crinkle ribbon, Prima paper roses

Tomorrow, maybe something a little more traditional...

Marie

Roxie the Good Mermaid Card

This was a fun one to color!  She is Roxie the Good Mermaid from Simply B Stamps.  

Here's the details:
Image - Roxie by Simply B Stamps; colored with Prisma colored pencils, added Diamond Stickles to fins, lime Stickles to seahorse, and Gold Stickles to hair
Sentiment - printed on computer
Papers - from my scrap basket
Extras - large and small rhinestones, blue hemp, glitter tulle, hold punch, pop dots, and CM oval cutter.

Wishing you a crafty week!
                                         Marie

Happy Valentine's Day!

I have been wanting to color this image,  Hugs and Kisses by Saturated Canary.  Snow days are perfect coloring time...so...
I tried a new technique with my pencils, instead of using Gamsol to blend you use a lighter shade of pencil.  I do like how vibrant it makes the colors, and not quite as muddy as they can get with Gamsol.  I kept the card simple...Daisy D's papers, snip of "love" ribbon, rhinestones and epoxy heart stickers.
Here is the card I made for my DH for Valentine's day...
I used a fun image from Simply B Stamps.  Isn't she cute?  I kept the card simple...cute papers, doily heart, epoxy heart stickers, and an epoxy sentiment sticker.

Hope you are having a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with love!

                                                                Marie

SBS Elsa the Snow Queens, Take 2!

I know I have been away for awhile...between the holidays, cleaning up from the holidays, and a snow day or two in between; I am just getting myself back into a routine.  

I wanted to share another version of SBS Elsa the Snow Queen.  I love this image!  Unfortunately she was a freebie for Simply Betty's FB Fans, but check out Betty's other fun to color images here:  Simply B Stamps

Here's the details:

Image - Elsa the Snow Queen Simply B Stamps.  I colored her with Prisma color pencils and added Stickles in black diamond and diamond.

Papers - all from my scrap basket

Extras - Cuttlebug snowflake emboss folder, December 25th Cricut cartridge, and a fun mirror embellishment from an International friend ;)

Thanks for looking!

                            Marie

Simply Betty Holiday Cards

 In between all the holiday craziness I have found a little time to work on some cards. 

First my card for the Simply Betty December Facebook Page Fan Challenge. We had three choice for images, all that were adorable, but I chose Jolly Corinne.  for the Corinne image we had to add holly.

All papers were from my scrap basket.  I cut the holly from the December 25th Cricut cartridge.  I cut the red circle form the CTMH Art Philosphy Cricut cartridge.  I used a scalloped edge punch, added some red rhinestones, black ribbon and a little Crystal Effects to her boots.  Smokin'! 

Next, I made this one...another Simply Betty image, Candy Cane Betty.

Again, all papers were from my scrap basket.  The flourishes were a trade with a friend, believe they are a Memory Box die.  I added a black bow, Jolee's poinsettia sticker, red and green rhinestones.

Thank for looking!  Hope your Christmas Eve is not too crazy!

                                                                                    Marie

SBS Elsa the Snow Queen

When this image of Elsa the Snow queen from Disney's Frozen was offered as a freebie on Simply B Stamps Fan Page, I knew I HAD to have her!  Isn't she lovely?  This card is for a special friend.

Here's the details:
Image:  Elsa the Snow queen; colored wit h Prisma pencils & accented with Stickles in Cotton Candy and Diamond
Papers:  Colorbok blue glitter, velvet flocked handmade paper from my stash
Extras:  Jolee's snowflake stickers, snowflake rhinestones in crystal and blue, rhinestones in crystal, chipboard glitter snowflake, silk flowers, and icicle strand

I love how she turned out, and hopefully my BFF will too ;)

Enjoy your day!
                      Marie

Little Indian Betty Card

Here is my submission for the SBS Facebook Fan Page Challenge:

 

Here's the Details:

 

Image - Little Indian Betty by Simply B Stamps; colored with pencils

Sentiment - included with image, inked edges with Chestnut Roan Cat's Eye chalk ink

Papers - from a DCWV paper stack

Extras - feathers, feather punch, paper sunflower sticker, orange twine.

 

Thanks for looking!

Marie

Kitty Boo Card

 Just wanted to share the card I made for my Secret Pumpkin.  We were given the image Kitty Boo from Simply B Stamps to use just for this swap.  This image challenged me...I am not sure why, but I just had a hard time working with it.  So, here is what I came up with.

Here's the details:

Image:  Kitty Boo, colored with pencils and accented with Stickles and Crystal Effects
Sentiment:  came with image, added Black Stickles
Papers:  from my scrap basket
Extras:  Fibers, metal bat brad, Martha Stewart dripping goo punch, black Cats' Eye chalk ink

Thanks for looking!  Happy Crafting!

                                                     Marie

VooDoo Corinne Card

Finally completed my card for the latest challenge for the Simply Betty Fan Page Challenge.  You had two images to choose from and, since I know Corinne personally, I felt I just had to choose her.  For her image you had to include stick pins in your project...easy since it was a voodoo image. 

Thanks for looking!
             Marie

Bat Girl Ali Card

This was a just for fun card I made for my girlfriends oldest daughter.  She loves batman, so...I knew I had to make this one for her.  I kept it simple...

Here's the details:

Image:  Bat Girl Ali from Simply B Stamps; colored with pencils & gamsol, added Stickles to belt and emblem

Sentiment:  came with image

Papers:  from my scrap basket

Extras:  wobbler, small swirl & star punches, yellow & blue Stickles

I like how the wobbler makes her "run" when you wiggle the card.  

Thanks for looking!  Enjoy your day!  
Marie

Betty Kick Up Your Heels Birthday Card

Lot's of September birthdays...this is the card I made for my BF. 

After everything she has been through the past year, I thought she truly needed to have a little fun...kick up her heels.

Here are the details:

Image:  Betty Kick Up Your Heels by Simply B Stamps, colored with pencils & gamsol; then accented with purple Stickles.

Sentiment:  printed on my computer

Papers:  from my scrap basket

Extras:  hot pink rhinestones, pink glitter swirls by Recollections, silver Prima flower, small purple roses

Thanks for looking!  

                         Marie