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Monday, December 28, 2015

Altered Box Project!!

Hey everyone, it's Elina here! I'm glad to be back to my blog and crafting after enjoying a memorable Christmas with my family! The girls and I were able to binge watch all our favorite Christmas movies, whip up some yummy goodies, and sing our favorite carols!  I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas spent with those you love! Well, getting back to today's project, I thought I would try my hand at altering a Pringles can to create a trinket box. There are a ton of great tutorials out there that show you step by step on how to make one for yourself. Since we had an empty can , I thought I would give it a try. I had to adjust the measurements a bit because I only used half of the can, but it was fairly simple to put together.
                                                        Here's the pic for you to check out:


I cut my Pringles can to about 6" and scored it down the middle to create the hinge.
I cut a sheet of patterned paper from The Paper Studio " Kirby Teesdale," 12" x 12" paper pad and adhered it.
Next I added two layers of lace along the top and bottom, some Recollections flowers, pearls, a metal "Dream" charm, and some wire sprigs.






Afterwards, I added some wooden beads for the feet and dry brushed gesso over the entire surface.
And as a final touch, I brushed on some Diamond Stickles on the flowers to make them sparkle.

And ta-da!! Box complete!!


I hope you enjoyed this project for today!!
Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day and as always, peace!! :)





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Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Feeling Sketchy Card Sketch challenge #135

Hey everyone, it's Elina here, back with another Card Sketch challenge for the Feeling Sketchy blog.
Here's the pic for Card Sketch #135:

Make sure to head over to the Feeling Sketchy blog to play along.
And there is a great prize pack from our sponsor for this challenge: Polkadoodles.


Here's the pic of the card I created based on this sketch:


The card measures 5 1/2" ×5 1/2" made from a sheet of craft card stock.
I adhered a layer of white card stock, cut an 1/8" smaller.
I finished off the card base by adding a blue card stock layer on top of the white.
Next I wrapped some jute twine across the front and tied it in a knot.
I then set aside to work on the image.

For the image, I used my alcohol markers to color it in.
Here's a rundown of the colors I used:
-Owl- E70, E74, E79, B18, B14, 404
-Outfit- R17, R27, E74, G46, G28, G40, G43, C03, C0
-Ornament- B29, B18, B14, B12, C03, C01
-Background- E97, E99, E29


I added Glossy Accents to the owl's shoes, eyes, and holly berries.
Next I used my Wink of Stella Glitter Brush pen to add sparkle to the ornament, hat, and coat.
I then trimmed the image panel down to 3" × 3 3/4".
Afterwards, I added more white and blue card stock layers behind the image.

As a final touch, I added a few snowflakes, pearls, and the sentiment, "Merry Christmas", cut into a banner shape.

And voila!! Card complete!!


I hope you enjoyed this card for today!! 
Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day, and as always, peace!! :)




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Friday, December 11, 2015

Gingerbread Houses Card plus Tutorial!!

Hey everyone, happy T.G.I.F to you all!! For today's post, I wanted to share a Gingerbread House card I created using stamps from the Two Paper Divas.
Here's the pic for you to check out and click on the YouTube video below for more details on this project:



Here's the video link:




Thank you for stopping by, enjoy your weekend and as always, peace!! :)





Monday, December 7, 2015

"Joy" Wall Hanging featuring "Percy and Lilly"!!

Hey everyone, it's Elina here with a Design Team project for the Jiggery Makery blog. I decided to make a holiday wall hanging featuring my fave penguins, "Percy and Lilly". This time around I used all three of the adorable images that Adele offers in her shop to create a custom wall hanging that pairs well with my holiday decor.
Make sure to check out Adele's Etsy shop if you would like to purchase the images featured in today's project.
                                                        Here's the pic for you to check out:



To start this project off, I first, cut a 5 1/2" x 5 1/2" squares from some leftover card board in my stash.
I then used my Cricut Explore machine to die cut some matching squares out of some Neenah, "White Gold" card stock and adhered them to the cardboard base.
Next, I die cut letters to spell out the word "Joy," using dark and light blue card stocks.
I layered the two letters together to create a shadow effect before attaching them to the card board base.
now that my bases were finished, I set these aside to work on my penguin images.

I used my alcohol markers to color them in and here's a rundown of the colors I used:
-Bodies- C05, C06, C07, C01
-Beaks- 404, Spice
-Santa Hats and Scarf- R17, R27, E74




I added some Glossy Accents to their feet and beaks and some Diamond Stickles to Lilly's pearls.
Then I fussy cut them out, and used pop dots to adhere them to the squares.



I wanted to add a few extra details to each card board square so I stamped a few stockings, wreaths and candles using a Recollections stamp set, and Memento Tuxedo Black ink.
I colored them in using my B12, B14, G46, G28, C02, and C03 Copic markers.
Next I fussy cut each of the stamped images and arranged them on the squares before attaching them.
Along the top I added a few strands of some red and white baker's twine to tie in the hats and scarf of the penguins.
As a final touch, I punched out a few small snowflakes using my EK Success punch and added some light blue sequins.



Finally, I aligned my squares, making sure to leave about an 1 1/2" of space between them.
I turned them over and added hot glue to the backs of them so I could attach my Stampin Up White Organdy Ribbon.
I then tied it off at the top creating a bow .

                                                     And Voila!! Wall hanging complete!!



                                                      I hope you enjoyed this project for today!!
                         Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your evening and, as always, peace!! :)





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Sunday, December 6, 2015

Quick and Easy Holiday Tags!!

Hey everyone, happy Sunday to you all!! For today's post, I'm featuring some tags I created using stamp sets from the Two Paper Divas line. I wanted to make some unique, one of a kind tags for my holiday packaging. I love creating chalkboard inspired looks, so I used that as inspiration for my tag design.
                                                   Here's the pic for you to check out:


The tags were cut from a sheet of black card stock, using my Cricut Explore at 5".
I used my hole punch to punch a hole along the top.
I threaded some baker's twine from Martha Stewart through the hole and tied it off. 

For the first set of tags, I stamped the "Snowman" image and the sentiment "Holiday Wishes" from the Truffle Treats set in VersaMark ink.
Next I sprinkled some Recollections "Snow," embossing powder and heat set it.
I used my Stampin Up Pigment White ink pad to add some shading along the edges.
I added some dash lines and snow flakes using my Gelly Roll white gel pen.


For the second set of tags, I stamped the "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" from the Merry Little Christmas stamp set.
I followed the same steps as above to create these tags.



As an added touch, I used my ink blender tool to add some pigment ink over the images and sentiments.
I think it gives it that authentic chalkboard look.

And ta-da!! Tags complete!!


I hope you enjoyed this project for today!!
You can also head over to my YouTube channel for more details on this project, just by clicking the link.
Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day, and as always, peace!! :)








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Saturday, December 5, 2015

Two Paper Divas December Release!!

Hey everyone, happy Saturday to you all! It has been a crazy couple of weeks and unfortunately, I haven't had time to craft, let alone blog. It all started before Thanksgiving with a surprise trip home to see family and my sister's baby shower. Then you mix in holiday decorating and shopping and let's just say a break away from crafting was what I needed to recuperate. But never fear, I do have a few projects and videos lined up, so stay tuned for more details.
Today's post is all about the newest stamp release from the Two Paper Divas.
                                      Here's a list of the stamp sets from the December release:

                                                                - Linked Together.
                                                 C199-Linked-Together-Border

                                                                 - String of Hearts
                                                  C198-String-of-Hearts

                                                                  -Heart Blocks

                                                  C200-Heart-Blocks

                                                            -Large Conversation Heart!
                                                   C206-Large-Conversation-Hea

These sets are perfect for your Valentine's Day card making and projects.
Make sure to head over to the Two Paper Divas blog, if you would like to purchase any of the sets from this release.

Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your weekend, and as always, peace!! :)

Monday, November 23, 2015

Be Merry Christmas Card featuring "Missy"!!

Hey everyone, It's Elina here with a Design Team project for the Jiggery Makery blog! For today's post I created a Christmas card featuring the fabulous "Missy," image, which you can find in Adele's Etsy shop by clicking on the highlighted name. I kept the design of the card simple by creating a festive background scene for the main image. I added sequins and bling throughout the card to tie everything in.
                                                      Here's the pic for you to check out:


 The card measures 3 7/8" x 5 7/8" and is made from a sheet of burgundy card stock from a DCWV "Timeless Texture," paper pad.
Once I had my card base cut and folded, I set it aside to work on the image.

                                     For the image, I used my alcohol markers to color her in.
                                                 Here's a rundown of the colors I used:
                                                    -Skin- FS5, Dusky Pink, R20
                                                     -Hair- E70, E74, E79
                               -Dress, Hat, Shoes- R17, R27, E74, C07, C08, C02, C01, C0, 
                                                     At You Spica "Gold" glitter pen


To add a little more oomph to her dress, I used my gold glitter pen to create a polka dot pattern along the bottom and a few gold buttons to the bodice.
For her shoes and belt I added Glossy Accents to make them shine.


Next, to create my scene, I cut down a sheet of white card stock to 3" x 5 1/2".
I used my E74 and E79 markers to create wood panel flooring.
I added a sheet of red ticking stripe paper, just above the flooring, to mimic the look of wallpaper.
Afterwards, I grabbed another sheet of white card stock and drew a few presents that I could add along the bottom.
I used my RV63, RV66, RV69, G94, G99, and my gold glitter pen to color them in.
Next, I fussy cut them out and arranged them on the panel before adhering them down with my tape runner.
I added more Glossy Accents to a few of the bows and ribbons adorning the presents.

To decorate the walls a bit, I used my Recollections "Signs of the Season," stamp set.
I used the wreath image from the set, stamped it a few times using Memento Tuxedo Black ink, and colored them in using the same colors listed above.
After I fussy cut them out, I adhered them to the panel and finished them off using Gold Stickles.
I added foam tape to the back of the image and adhered her down.

I then took the panel and layered it on top of a sheet of green card stock that was cut to 3 1/4" x 5 7/8".
Next, I layered it again on top of sheet of white card stock, cut at 3 1/2" x 5 7/8".
Finally, I added foam tape to the back of the panel and adhered it to the card base.

As a final touch, I added a few gold sequins, pearls and a sentiment across the bottom, "Be Merry".

                                                         And ta-da!! Card complete!!



                                                I hope you enjoyed this project for today!!
                       Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your evening, and as always, peace!! :)







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Monday, November 16, 2015

CAS Christmas Tags featuring "Percy and Lilly"!!

Hey everyone, it's Elina here with a Design Team project for the Jiggery Makery blog! I made a few tags for Christmas featuring the adorable "Percy and Lilly".
I wanted to create a design that was clean and simple and that can be easily mass produced.
So, I decided to use craft card stock to print my images on and color them in using colored pencils.
All in all, I think I have achieved the look I was after.

Here's the pic for you to check out:


To create the tags, I first printed the images onto the craft card stock.
I then traced out my tag shape, making sure to adjust the size to accommodate the images.

For the "Season's Greetings," tag, measures 3 1/4" x 5 1/4".
I used The Kiss image for this one.
I colored them in using my colored pencils and here is a list of the colors I used:
-Penguins- Grey, Black, White, Light Orange, Dark Orange
-Hats and Scarf- Light Green, Dark Green, Red


I added dash lines around the edges of the tag and drew in a white heart using a white gel pen.
For the bottom of the tag, I used a white colored pencil and gel pen to create a snowy look. I used an Inkadinkado stamp set and Stampin Up Pigment White ink for the sentiment.


Next, for the "Warm Holiday Wishes," tag, I used the A Special Gift image.
I colored them in using the same colors as the first tag, but I added a pink colored pencil to the cheeks.
I kept the design scheme the same but changed the sentiment, again using an Inkadinkado stamp set.


And lastly, for the "Be Merry," tag, I used the A Special Kiss image.
The design and elements are the same as the other two except for the sentiment.


To finish them off, I tied some red and green baker's twine at the top.

And voila!! Tags complete!!


I hope you enjoyed this project for today!

Make sure to click on any of the highlighted image names in this post to be directed to the Jiggery Makery Etsy shop, where you can purchase these images.
Also please make sure to check out my YouTube channel for more details on this project.
                                 
                                    

Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day, and as always, peace!! :)





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Thursday, November 12, 2015

Holiday Place Cards!!

Hey everyone, It's Elina here with a project I created using stamps from the Two Paper Divas store.
It has been a tradition in my home for the past couple of years to decorate our holiday table. I make the centerpiece, place mats, and place cards. Every year I try to come up with a different design for each project, and since I enjoyed altering the Hooters stamp set for Halloween I decided to use them again to make place cards for our table. I created a step by step tutorial on my YouTube channel, showing you how I changed these images up for Thanksgiving.
                                                          Here's the video for you to check out:
                             
                                     

            To create the base of the place cards, I cut 2 sheets of craft card stock to 5" x 5 1/2".
I stamped a pattern on the base using my VersaMark ink and Fall Leaves stamp set from the Two Paper Divas store.
I used my Martha Stewart Corner Rounder to round off the corners and inked the edges using Chocolate Chip Ink from Stampin' Up.
I then cut out scalloped circles and rectangles using my Cricut Explore machine.
I layered the pieces, adhered them, and inked the edges using Chocolate Chip ink.

For the scalloped circles, I used the Twig and Berries stamp set from the Two Paper Divas, and stamped it along the top and bottom.
Next, I used my BIC MarkIT Metallic marker in Yellow Gold to fill in the berries.
Afterwards, I set it aside to work on the image.

I stamped the owls on white card stock using my Memento Tuxedo Black ink and drew in the pilgrim hat and bonnet.
I used my alcohol markers to color them in. Here's a rundown of the colors I used:

-Owls- E70, E74, E79, G40, G46, 404, Spice
-Pilgrim Hat- C06, C07, C08, BIC MarkIT Yellow Gold Metallic marker
-Bonnet- B12, B14

Next I fussy cut the owls out, went around the edges using a black marker, and adhered them to the scalloped circles using foam tape.

I used my Cricut Explore again to die cut the letters for each person's name.
I colored them in using my RV63, RV66, RV69 to create an ombre effect.
I ran them through my Xyron sticker maker and added them to the place cards.

                                                      Finally, I assembled all my pieces together.
                                                         And voila!! Place Cards Complete!!
                               
I hope you enjoyed this project for today!!
Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your evening, and as always, peace!! :)





               







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Monday, November 9, 2015

Warm Holiday Wishes Card: Jiggery Makery DT Project

Hey everyone, it's Elina here with another design team project for the Jiggery Makery blog!!
For today's post, I created another Christmas card featuring one of Adele's lovely digis, Cindy.
Just click on the highlighted word "Cindy" and it will direct you to the Jiggery Makery Etsy shop where you can find this digi and many more.
For this project, I created a shaker card with a cozy background perfect for this digi.
                                                          Here's the pic for you to check out:



The card base measures 4 3/4" x 5 1/2," with a sheet of white card stock as the base.
I cut a sheet of patterned paper to the same size and adhered it to the card front.
I then went around the edges using my Chocolate Chip ink from Stampin Up, and added dash lines using my white gel pen.
Next, I set the card aside to work on the shaker element.

For the shaker, I drew a window shape on a scrap piece of white card stock which measures 3" x 3 1/4".
I divided it into four sections to represent the panes and cut them out.
Next adhered a piece of acetate behind the shaker and added die cut snowflakes and sequins.
I cut another piece of card stock to match the window frame and used my B12 marker to color it in.
With my pieces complete, all that was left to do now was add foam tape to the back of the shaker and adhere my backing piece.



I wanted to dress up the window a bit, so I stamped a string of ornaments along the top.
I added Glossy Accents and Stickles to make them sparkle and attached them to a strand of brown baker's twine.
To finish off the window shaker portion, I attached some green patterned paper shutters to either side.
Then I attached it to the card front.

For the image, I printed her out and used my alcohol markers to color her in.
Here's a rundown of the colors I used:
-Skin- FS5, Dusky Pink, R20
-Hair- E97, E99, E29
-Pants- G46, G28
-Sweater and Earmuffs- E70, E74, G46, G28, R27
-Boots- E74, E79


I adhered a strip of white card stock along the bottom and colored it in using my E70 and E74 markers.
Next, I fussy cut the image out and adhered her to the card base.

I stamped the greeting on the inside of the card using an Inkadinkado stamp set and Memento Tuxedo Black ink.


                                                             And ta-da!! Card complete!!

                                                     


                                                  I hope you enjoyed this card for today!!
                                    Thanks for stopping by; enjoy your evening, and peace!! :)






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Friday, November 6, 2015

Happy Holidays Card: Two Paper Divas November Release Day Two!!

Hey everyone, happy Friday to you all!! It's Elina here with Day Two of the Two Paper Divas November Release. Below are some of the awesome stamp sets they've showcased on their blog:

                                                                     -Bloom Wildly



Make sure to head over to the Two Paper Divas store to purchase any of the new stamp sets featured today.
For today's card, I used the truck image shown above. I had a lot of fun playing with this stamp, which is perfect for making more masculine cards.
I have a tutorial up on my YouTube channel that shows you how you can alter this image.




Here's the pic of the Christmas card I made using this image:


The card measures 5 1/2" x 6 1/2," using a sheet of white card stock as the base.
I cut a sheet of light blue card stock at 5 1/4" x 6 1/4" for my card layer.
I set it aside then set it aside so that I could work on the main image panel.
I used a sheet of white Recollections card stock cut at 5 1/8" x 6 1/8" to create a background scene for the image.
After stamping the image, I drew in a few trees and colored them in using my E74 and E79 Copic markers.
I mapped out the areas I wanted to stay white and drew a line for the horizon.
Next, I filled in the skyline with my B12 marker.
To give the scene a snowy look, I used a tip I found on YouTube while doing some research on the subject.
This blew my mind when I discovered it and couldn't believe it never crossed my mind before.
"Add paint to Glossy Accents!"
This is definitely a technique I will be using on future projects.
I added white paint to Glossy Accents and dabbed it on the trees with a paintbrush. 
It gives you a nice snowy look and you can dab on as little or as much as you want.
I also used it on the ground around the trees, and for the road.


Now, for the truck image, I used my Copic markers to color it in and give it a rusty look.
Here is a rundown of the colors I used. If you want to see the technique I used to color this image in, please feel free to head over to my YouTube channel for more details.

-Truck- B12, B14, E97, E99, E74, E29
C03, C04, C05, C06, C07, C08


I decided to draw a tree in the back of the truck, and used my G46, G28 and E74 markers to color it in.
Once I had the image colored in, I fussy cut it out and adhered it to the background.
I used more Glossy Accents to add snow to the truck and the tree.


I stamped the inside of the card using the Two Paper Divas, "Happy Everything," stamp set.


To finish the card off, I brushed on some Diamond Stickles to all the snowy areas.

And voila!! Card complete!! :)




I hope you enjoyed this card for today!!
Thanks for stopping by; have a great weekend, and peace!! :)






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Thursday, November 5, 2015

Two Paper Divas: November Release: Day One!!

Hey Everyone, happy Thursday to you all!! Today is Day One of the November release for the Two Paper Divas. They have some awesome stamp sets that were released featuring great sentiments and for the first time ever, background images.
                                                      Here is a list of the sets that were featured:

                                                                 -Everyday Sentiments 2




These sets would make a great addition to your stamping stash.
So please make sure to click on the set names to be directed to the Two Paper Divas store where you can purchase these.

Make sure to check back in with me tomorrow for Day Two of this release, where I will be featuring a Christmas card I made using an image from the new stamp set.
Plus, check out my YouTube channel for a unique tutorial.

Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day, and peace!! :)






Monday, November 2, 2015

Sassy Christmas Card!!

Hey everyone, it's Elina here with a project for the Jiggery Makery blog! I created a quick Christmas card featuring Adele's newest digi, "Roxy". Make sure to head over to the Etsy shop by clicking on the word "Roxy", if you would like to purchase the image featured in today's card.
                                           With that being said, here's the pic for you to check out:


                               The card measures 5" x 6" and uses craft card stock as the card base.
                                      I added stitching around the edges using my white gel pen.
                      Next, I printed the image on a sheet of white card stock trimmed to 4 1/2" x 5 1/4".
                      I colored the image in using my alcohol markers, and here's a list of the colors I used:

                                                       -Skin- FS5, Dusky Pink, R20
                                                       -Hair- E70, E29, E74
                                                       -Coat and Hat- R17, R27, E74, C00, C01, C02
                                                       -Boots and Belt- C06, C07, C08
                                                       -Star- Y00, Y18


To create a background for the image, I drew in a Christmas tree complete with a custom tree skirt.
I used my G28, G46, and E74 markers to color in the tree.
For the tree skirt, I used my B12 and B14 Copic markers, and I created a wood floor using my E74 and E79 markers, making sure to draw in the wood grain to give it a realistic look.

I cut out a gold glitter frame complete with an epoxy ornament and hung it on the wall.
To make the frame, I stamped a frame stamp onto the glitter paper using Staz On ink and fussy cut it out.
I adhered a few gold sequins to the tree as ornaments.
I attached the image panel to a patterned paper, cut at 4 3/4" x 5 1/2," and I used foam tape to attach it to the card front.

                                                         And voila!! Card complete!!


                                                   I hope you enjoyed this card for today!!
                                   Please check out my YouTube channel for more pics and details.
                                    Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the rest of your day and peace!! :)







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