The Digi Bells Blog Hop

Hello sweet friends! I know that I've been hit and miss lately... My mojo has seemed to go on a very long vacation. I sure wish that I went with it LOL!!! Things at home are still unresolved... and we still have two weeks before we can see our new counselor. I can't remember a time where I've been this upset for so long - going on three months now...

I've at least been able to create a project for my last Hop with The Digi Bells. If you didn't begin at Pop's Blog, you'll certainly want to see her fabulous work! If you've been hopping along with us, you should have come from Alethea's Blog to visit me :) If you get lost along the way, the entire Hop List can be found at The Digi Bells Blog.

Well...witches are not my favorite thing, HOWEVER... this is the cutest li'l witch I've ever seen!!! She's called Little Witch on the Moon and you can find her HERE.

I decided to use my Cameo to print and cut the digital image. Then I took the cut file I created and welded it to the card base for a unique card fold. I hope you enjoy it!

I think because of all the shimmer on this card, it looks washed out :(
I used Gold Precious Metal Paint on the Moon and lots of Stardust Stickles on the stars and the dress. I wish you could see it IRL... the colors are rich with lots of contrast! Darn photo... lol. Oh well, you get the idea :)

If you'd like to use my cut files after purchasing this digital image, Little Witch on the Moon by Elisabeth Bell... you may download HERE.

Yay!!! Your next stop is Lisa!!!

*** The Digi Bells GDT Call ***

The challenge is Anything Goes

(Christmas Theme using an Elisabeth Bell image)

Please see THIS POST for more information!

I hope to get in the groove soon... Please pray for me!!!

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul ~

Snowflake Ornament

Here's a quick and easy project to decorate your Christmas Tree (or other home decor) this year!

I began by printing out and coloring Little Rapunzel from Elisabeth Bell's Digital Collection. She's cut out with Spellbinders Classic Circle and popped onto a doily from the Silhouette Online Store.

How simple is that? You can find this project and other fabulous makes at The Digi Bells. So many digi's, so little time lol!

See you next time, sweet friends ♥

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul ~

The Digi Bells Blog Hop

Welcome sweet friends ♥ It's a very happy Friday as I have the privilege of participating in the fabulous Digi Bells Blog Hop today!!!

If you've come from Pops blog, you are definitely on the right track... If you've missed all the wonderful inspiration, you can find the beginning at Mary Lou's Blog! If you get lost along the way, the entire Hop List can be found at The Digi Bells Blog.

Now for the unveiling... here's the cutie you've been seeing along the way! You can find Apple Berry HERE.

I've colored her with the following Copics: Skin - E11 E01 E000; Hair - E37 YR24 Y26 Y23; Apples - R29 R27 R24 Y15; Leaves - YG17 YG03 YG01; Clothing - B04 B01 B00 B000 C3 C1 C0; Y38 Y15; Basket - E18 E17 E15 E13.

Awww... I'm quite disappointed that you can hardly tell in this photo that I scored the panel under the window to look like wainscoting :(

Oh well, I had fun creating this li'l scene!

I've used the Small Madison Window and Shutter dies by Poppy Stamps, edged with Tea Dye Distress Ink and a panel cut to 4 1/4" x 2" and scored every 1/4" for the wall.

Your next stop is the incredibly talented Julie!!!

Thanks so much for taking the time in your busy day to take a peek at my creation :)

Loads of love to you ♥

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul ~

The Digi Bells Little Mama

A big warm welcome and huge hug to all of you, my dear sweet friends ♥ I'd like to thank you sooooo very much for your comments and emails. You've been so encouraging and uplifting during this very difficult time :) My journey of forgiveness continues and I must remain hopeful that someday all will be better than before!!!

Counseling week four... not sure how I feel actually. Don't get me wrong, there were some very good things that came out during our session. What I've yet to tell you is that my hubby and I are experiencing trouble. For now, I'll leave it at that... Last week was still about me and my ANGER!!! This week, I feel that forgiveness is quite possible, but still pondering on how God is going to take away the pain. Not that He can't - He's just not doing it as quickly as I'd like LOL!!!

Anyway... crafting has been a little more difficult this past month. I'm hoping that I can pour out my feelings in an art journal at some point. Until then, I like creating pretty things ♥

This is Little Mama from Elisabeth Bell's Digital Collection HERE.

She's colored with copics and ooops... once again I forgot to write them down :(

I was sooooo excited about this banner! I know you crafters will totally understand what I'm talking about :) I've seen something similar all over your gorgeous cards and I decided to try and create my own using Silhouette Designer's Edition. What do you think??? I even created a perforated edge haha.

I've  used a number of dies on this card. The image is die cut with Spellbinders Floral Ovals. The Elegant Scrollwork is a Memory Box die and the Picket Fence is from poppystamps.

The single pearls are Ice White Pearl Pen HERE.

I forgot I had this pretty pink/white polka dot ribbon from Michael's. I'll certainly be using this more often :) I added the string of pearls to imitate the pearls in the image... My favorites are lace and pearls and I just don't use them often enough!

I'd like to enter the following challenges:

Outlawz - Anything Goes (optional Christmas Twist) 

Sister Act - Anything Goes

Simon Says - Anything Goes
Pattie's Creations - Anything Goes

*** My current giveaway is HERE ***

I hope you are having a wonderful Friday ♥ I'm looking forward to getting lots of crafting in this weekend :)

Lots and lots heartfelt love to you ♥

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul ~

The Digi Bells Blog Hop is Here!

Welcome back sweet friends ♥ So happy you could join us for the newest Digi Bells Blog Hop!!! I have the great honor of joining these fabulous girls for the next couple of months... EEK!!! Can you tell how excited I am?

If you've come from Mary Lou's blog, be assured you are on the right track :) If you've missed all the gorgeous inspiration and you'd like to start at the beginning, head on over to Sebrina's blog. The entire hop list can be found on The Digi Bells Blog.

Without further ado, may I present my offering for this oh-so-adorable image, Sweetest Surprises..

Sweetest Surprises is the newest addition to Elisabeth Bell's Digital Collection. Her name fits her well... she's so very sweet! I love how carefree she is - simply enjoying being outside with a very special sweet treat - all the while a pretty butterfly keeps her company :)

I've colored her up with copics. I'm sorry I didn't write them down this time. DP is C'est la Vie by Melissa Frances and the gorgeous die cuts are Spellbinders Floral Ovals and Decorative Labels Eight.

I found the cute li'l ice cream cone charm at Michael's. I gave the ice cream a good covering of Stardust Stickles. I have a mixture of flowers to adorn the bottom of the card. The cream flowers are from Jacque's Sweet Stuff winnings (thanks Sweetie!) along with a Wild Orchid flower and a few ribbon roses from my stash.

Instead of using adhesive pearls, I went with my Pearl Pen. When I don't have to place them in a perfect row, I LOVE to use a Pearl Pen!

If you are interested, I have some blog candy below this post...

Your next stop is Alethea's blog!

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul~

The Digi Bells GDT Call

Hello Lovelies ♥ I want to tell you today how much you are loved! Sometimes we go through life feeling worthless and alone :( I could tell you lots and lots of stories about my own life struggles, but most importantly is to tell you the truth of what I know. God LOVES you ♥ He really and truly does. No matter what you or I have done, His grace is available to cover those mistakes if we will only receive it from Him :) Now that's good news!!!

You are beautiful... Let that sink in! We are created in God's image - and He doesn't make junk!!! Do you have something that you are not happy about your body? I have had to come to terms with having no breasts. Lots of people have other body parts they are missing. Does this define who we are? Absolutely not! I am a child of God who is dearly loved...and so are you :)

Are you struggling with depression? Nothing is too difficult for God's Healing Love to bring restoration. Don't let the stigma of taking medication stop you from getting help. I happily take my meds every day and am much better for it! I encourage you to take the necessary steps to bring healing and relief to your weary body and mind :)

Although the above message is probably not for most of you, I know that it is for some of you. Please know that I've been there. I've found deep healing (physically, emotionally, spiritually) in Jesus Christ ♥ So can you :)

So... my card today is two-fold. I pray that it brings much JOY to your heart and a smile to your face!!! The sentiment is especially for you... Sending You Sunshine!

I'd like to enter the following challenges:
The Ribbon Girl - Blue and White (mostly...)
Color Me Creative - Anything Goes
Creative Inspirations - Bingo (Flowers, pearls, sentiment)
Crafty Ribbons - Anything Goes with Ribbon
C.R.A.F.T. - For the Girls
A.R.T. - Anything Goes


I've created this card with The Digi Bells GDT Call in mind. They've asked for a card with the theme of Summer. I ADORE Elisabeth Bell's images ♥

I've used Li'l Lilian with her li'l bare feet :) She's in the process of painting a beautiful Summer garden scene!

She's colored with copics: Skin - E25 11 01 000; Hair - YR24 Y26 23 E50; Pink - R89 85 83 81 RV00; Blue - B39 16 02 01 00 0000; Paints - RV06 04; YR07 04; Y15 11; B39 28; W1; E30 for shading palette; Tape/paper - C9 7 1 0. A touch of Stickles here and there as well as Glossy Accents on the paint and her eyes.

Lotsa layers! The main image is die cut and embossed with Spellbinders Tear Drop Circles (largest size). The next layers are: Grand Circles, Doily from Silhouette Online Store, next largest size Grand Circles and another Doily .25" larger than the first.

A simple one layer panel from Teresa Collins Sweet Afternoon 6x6 Designer Pad provides a nice soft background. I finally pulled out a few of my Wild Orchid roses (LOVE these!) which continues the garden theme Li'l Lilian is painting. I know, use your imagination lol!

I still love my Paper Pens...especially this Rose color (pink pearls in the corners). I just think they are soooo pretty! :)

Thank you for taking some of your precious time to visit! I appreciate it with all my heart ♥.

My Saturated Canary Giveaway can be found HERE.

Have a wonderful day!

May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul~