Welcome to another Challenge Me Monday at FCCB!!!

Challenge #264 Anything Goes

This Weeks Sponsor:   Diana Martin of  leeleecarddesigns.blogspot.com!

The prize for this challenge is CTMH August stamp of the month set called "Framed".  It's a $17.95 value, D-size & coordinates with the new Artistry cartridge!

To qualify for the prize, be sure to use at least 1 Cricut cut on your project and if it's not obvious, let us know what cartridge you used. If you use a Cricut Explore machine, at least one cut must be from the Cricut catalog of images.

And, if you submit a project in our challenge that isn't a card, you will get two entries for a chance to win the prize instead of one!

This is my project...an explosion box for a friend, who got married recently:

I used foiled and regular patterned paper for the cuts...I used Mini Books and CTMH Artiste Cricut cartridges.

I made some alterations to the cake box in the center, though...I made it shorter by trimming the sides down:

Here's are the pages for photos:

I printed a Bible verse for the top flap and a label for the bottom one - with their names and the wedding date:

I added some embellishments (dimensional stickers) and decorated the "cake" and the lid with flowers and/or dimensional sticker.

Challenges:

1. Word Art Wed #208: Anything Goes

2. Craft Your Passion #287: Always Anything Goes

3. Not Just Cards #26: Always Anything Goes

Have a nice week and thanks for stopping by!

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog DT Challenge #258: Campout!

 Happy Monday and welcome to another FCCB Monday challenge!

Challenge #258-Camping
Create a project that features camping activities.

This Weeks Sponsor

And the prize is:

 This is a FUN PACKED full of pretty flower & leaf dies. It includes a total of 18 dies.  All of the flower dies include outside stitching on the negative portion. This die set is valued at $24.99!

To qualify for the prize, be sure to use at least 1 Cricut cut on your project and if it's not obvious, let us know what cartridge you used. If you use a Cricut Explore machine, at least one cut must be from the Cricut catalog of images.

So...we don't really camp here...well, sometimes we camp in my in-laws' field with friends. And they have a lot of deer and wild animals there...I love watching them pass by!

So, here's my funky card...you can say I was experimenting...

Challenges:

1. Artistic Inspirations #138: Anything Goes

2. Dies R Us #31: The Great Outdoors

I had started to make a tri-fold card for this challenge, but somehow I "lost" it...I'm pretty sure it's right in front of my nose, but I can't find it! (Can you tell my desk is a mess? I have like "thousands" of projects going on...)

Anyway...I used Artfully Sent CTMH Cricut cartridge for the deer and bunny. I colored them with gel sticks (aka Gelatos for kids) and blended them with a wet wipe. Some details were done with a Copic marker.
I stamped the eagle and clouds (CTMH), and "sun rays" (Stampabilities). I also colored the clouds with gel stick, blending it with my finger.
I added sequins on the eyes because I didn't like what I'd done with a black pen...(they look like they're scared, though...). Oh, well! Like I said, I was experimenting... =)

Have a nice week! And thanks for stopping by!

Fantabulous Cricut DT Challenge #256: Fun in the Sun + PS26#14

Happy Monday and welcome to another FCCB Monday challenge!

Challenge #256-Fun in the Sun
Create a project that features outdoor summer activities.

This Weeks Sponsor

Bugaboo Stamps

The prize is 7 digital stamps!

To qualify for the prize, be sure to use at least 1 Cricut cut on your project and if it's not obvious, let us know what cartridge you used. If you use a Cricut Explore machine, at least one cut must be from the Cricut catalog of images.

I'm behind on my Project Scrapbook26...where I post layouts every other week... So I combined this challenge with it!
Here's my scrapbook page #14:

I used:

CTMH Artbooking

Cricut When I was a Kid

Sponsor's image - Monster #5

This was an easy page to put together!
All I needed was the patterned paper and stickers that came with the kit; "Beach Day", "Fun&Sun" and wave from Cricut cartridges; a brad, a black pen to outline (title and arrow sticker), the Digi stamp, Copic markers and Glossy Accents (for the "wet" look on wave and sentiment).

Challenges:
1. Word Art Wed #192: AG/Family Friendly
2. Mixed Media Monthly Challenge #14: Summer Days

3. Scrap Our Stash #28

P - patterned paper

H - hexagon/honeycomb stickers

O - orange chevron sticker (arrow)

T - texture on die cuts (Glossy Accents)

O - octopus-looking Monster digi stamp

S - sticker-maker machine (Xyron)

Thanks for stopping by!

And have a nice week!

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog DT Challenge #254: Anything Goes

Happy Monday and welcome to another FCCB Monday challenge!

Challenge #254 Anything Goes

This Weeks Sponsor

 Winner will receive a $25.00 Gift Certificate to Verve Stamps

Here's my project...Bridal Shower "Sleeve N Pocket" Invitation:

Sleeve is from Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge (CTMH). I added a bow and trimmed a card (using double-sided patterned paper) to fit:

I rounded the corners of the card, added washi tapes and a die cut from the sleeve, and stamped the invitation:

Challenges:

1. Word Art Wed #188: Anything Goes/Family Friendly 

2. Simon Says Use Your Favorite Technique and/or Product (washi tape)

Hope you enjoyed it! Don't forget to check out my team mates creations and to link your projects HERE!

Have a nice week!

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog DT Blog Hop

I have two posts today...If you're looking for House of Cards Blog Hop, please click HERE!

Welcome to the "Fantabulous Cricut Favorite Character Blog Hop" and the introduction of our new Design Team members.

We will have prizes (blog candy) on some of the blogs along the way.  You will have until June 2nd (12 midnight EST) to leave comments. We will announce the winners on each of our blogs on June 7th. You will need to check back to see if you have won.

You should have arrived here from Marie's Blog (http://www.njstampingqueen.blogspot.com/). If not, and you want to start at the beginning, go to: Fantabulous Cricut Challenge.com

"I'm a new DT member! And really excited to be on the team! Now, I'll have an excuse to use my Cricut more! =)
I'm a fairly new Cricut owner (I purchased my E2 end of 2013...before that I was using a Slice) and I have about 13 cartridges. I don't have the Explore...yet! =)
I've been stamping and crafting for over 10 years now...
I'm glad you could stop by!
And don't forget to follow my Blog, Pinterest and/or Facebook Page!"

Here is my inspiration for you:

Challenge:
Artistic Inspirations #132: Anything Goes with a twist of die cuts

I chose a Sock Monkey, 'cause I think they are silly and funny!
Card and Sock Monkey were cut using CTMH Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge. I heat embossed the banners, backed the front with patterned paper, added washi tape around the edges, and added the banners. I colored the Sock Monkey with Copic markers and adhered it with foam tape.

I also have a little Blog Candy here...

To be eligible for the prize:
1. you must leave a comment on all the blogs in the hop
2. You must be or become a follower of all the blogs in the hop

Now that you have seen my character, go to Carol's Blog (http://4evercarolscreations.blogspot.com/) to check out her amazing creativity.
Happy Hopping!

Here's a list of all the designers on the blog hop below:

FCC --------     http://fantabulouscricut.blogspot.com/
Sara   ---------- http://Pypercreations.blogspot.ca
Christina   ---- http://craftychickscreating.blogspot.com
Kristina   ----- http://lllscrap.blogspot.com/
Marie   -------- http://www.njstampingqueen.blogspot.com/
Lilian---------- http://theleafstudio.blogspot.com (YOU ARE HERE!)
Carol ---------- http://4evercarolscreations.blogspot.com/
Michelle ------ http://justanutterpapercrafter.blogspot.com/
Karla ---------- http://creative-love-affair.blogspot.ca/
Lynn ----------- http://mycardsnstuff.blogspot.com
Liz ------------  http://unikbyyes.blogspot.com
DIANA L.----- http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com
FCC --------     http://fantabulouscricut.blogspot.com/

Thank you for hopping with us! We hope we have inspired you and you will come back next week to enter our Challenge!

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog DT Challenge #252: Follow the Sketch

 Happy Monday and welcome to another Monday challenge!
This is my first project for FCCB! I'm so excited to be a part of the team!

Challenge #252-Follow the Sketch

This Weeks Sponsor

Bugaboo Stamps

The prize is 7 digital stamps!

Create a project inspired by the sketch below-

For inspiration see:  http://retrosketches.blogspot.ca/2012/07/retrosketches-22.html

To qualify for the prize, be sure to use at least 1 Cricut cut on your project and if it's not obvious, let us know what cartridge you used. If you use a Cricut Explore machine, at least one cut must be from the Cricut catalog of images.

Here's my card:

Challenges:

1. Artistic Inspirations #132: Anything Goes with a twist of die cuts

2. Word Art Wednesday #184: Anything Goes Family Friendly
3. HappyLittleStamper May CAS Challenge: Die-cuts/Punches + DT Call

I'm not really into gold...but lately, I've been in love with gold! Especially gold/mint or coral, and gold/black.
I used the CTMH Artbooking cartridge for the star overlay and the flower, and I heat embossed them in gold.
I used CTMH Art Philosophy cartridge for the banner and the panel (altered in CCR and trimmed).
Then, I added some stamping to the panel and banner, popped-up the flower with 3-D foam tape, and added the thread and button.

Thank you for stopping by!

Decorate to Celebrate DT Challenge #99: Have a Lovely Day Flip Card

Hello, Crafty Friends!

It's time for Decorate to Celebrate today! You can create anything 3-D...for a change to win a prize from Rhonda!

Here's my card:

You may be thinking...there's nothing 3-D, but the 3 flowers are raised with foam tape, and you can flip the card open! That makes it 3-D, right? =)

The card is from Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge and I cut it twice, using white cardstock and a double-sided patterned paper. I layered the pp on the white card base and added the stamped flowers and some Prima flowers.

Finally, I added the stamped sentiment.

Supplies:
Artfully Sent Cricut Collection (CTMH)
Lovely Birthday stamp set (CTMH)
Copic and ShinHan TouchTwin markers
Prima flowers
Glitz Glitter Gel (CTMH-retired)
Foam Tape
double-sided patterned paper
White Daisy cardstock

Challenges:
1. Simon Says Mon Anything Goes
2. Fantabulous Cricut Challenge #250 - Celebrate Mom + DT Call
3. Heart2Heart CTMH Anything Goes - the CTMH way!
4. Word Art Wed #181: Anything Goes/Family Friendly
5. Simon Says Wed Anything Goes

Thank you for stopping by!
And don't forget to link you project(s)! You have 2 weeks!
Lilian

French Dies {Fri}: Happy Valentine's Day!!! Wall Decor

Happy Valentine's Day to all my crafty friends and new "followers" who took to the time to add me,  either on Blogger, Pinterest and/or Google+!!!

Supplies:
KI Memories, MME papers
Prima flowers
Copic Marker
Ribbon
I Do stamp set (CTMH)
Glitz Glitter Gel (CTMH -retired)
Artbooking Cricut cart (CTMH)

Challenges:
1. FCCB #244: Valentine's Day
2. WAW #170: Anything Goes
3. Die Cuttin' Divas #202: Picture Inspiration

Have a nice weekend!
Lilian

French Dies {Fri}: Hugs and Kisses Card

A card for a few challenges:

Supplies:
Artbooking Cricut Cartridge, red enamel hearts and Handwritten Print alphabet stamp set (CTMH)
kiss stamp (The Paper Studio)
Baker's Twine
Hole Punches

Challenges:
1. RetroSketches #151

2. Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge: Kissing Booth

3. TheMMCard Challenge #8: {Love}
4. WAW #169: Anything Goes
5. SSS Mon: H is for...
6. FCCB #244: Valentine's Day
7. Addicted to CAS #56: Hugs and Kisses

Thanks for stopping by!
Lilian

Hey There...My Deer Card

A card created with Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge and some stamping for a "few" challenges...

1. House of Cards (where the Photo Inspiration came from - click on the link to see it!)

2. Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Me Monday #239: Beyond Red and Green and 

3. Merry Monday #137: {Feathered Friends!}

But then, you're thinking...where is the {feathered friend}???
You can see him when you open the card...tada!!!

This is my first pop-up card using this cartridge.

Other challenges:
4. WAW #161: Anything Goes
5. SSS Wed: Christmas/Holidays
6. MMMC #7: Tic-Tac-Toe (Tape/Glitter/Stamps)
7. Virginia's View Challenge: All Things Distressed

detail of glitter on snow

Supplies (CTMH):
Artfully Sent Cricut Collection
Cutie Pie Dec SOTM
Always Grateful
Silver Geometric Washi Tape
Glitz Glitter Gel (retired)
Others:
Copic Markers
Metallic Thread

Thanks for stopping by!
Lilian