Saturday, January 20, 2018

Penny Black Saturday Challenge-Anything Goes... Winter Illumination









Mid Way Reminder

Anything Goes!




I knew if I did not finish this card...I would loose all the parts and pieces I had ready to go.  Of course, it was meant to be finished and sent last month, but hey, that's another story!

I was a little stumped on how to use this stamp set as the window has a row of bricks around it, but not enough to complete a background. What I did was cut the window out and drew in building siding to complete my scene...Worked pretty slick. I am pretty sure that trick was inspired by Sandy Allnock-she is amazing!

I also drew in the ground and added glitter to it. I finished off the scene with a fun lamp post that is included in this Winter Illumination stamp set, and several little critters from Holly Day Critters and Jolly Friends. Transparent sets are perfectly sized to add to little scenes like this!

I put this scene together and debated whether to add snow flakes or not...a lot of work if I didn't like it. I fretted for about a minute and just went with it LOL! I am glad I did. Stamped pieces were cut out with my ScanNCut2. Although I only use it  to cut out stamps, it has more than endeared itself to me!


I hope you can find time to join our January Challenge! Take a hop over to the blog (link at the top) and peek at all the wonderful inspiration shared already!

Catching snowflakes...




I am sharing with the following challenges:





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Please pop in to view more inspiration from the rest

 of the PB 

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 GretaHelenLorraine, and Sylvie

We will be welcoming our new Design Team Members with our February Challenge!




Thanks for stopping in to say Hello today!

 ♥ Sue







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31 comments:

Keep It Sweet and Simple said...

Oh wow! This is just awesome.
It's the perfect little snow scene and I love how you added the sidings.
xxx

Marilyn said...

OMG!! Awesome card!!

Bunny said...

Beautiful card. Love the critters and the trick you used. [Bunny]

Babs said...

Awe your little winter scene is gorgeous love how you have created the window and how you have drawn in your ground , your little critters are so cute and coloured perfectly..
Hugs Babs x

Scrapper69 said...

Ooh WOW! What a STUNNING Winter Scene! Beautiful design!

Theresa
Theresa’s Crafty Creations

Deanne Saunders said...

Cute card!!! Thanks so much for participating in our CHRISTMAS CRAFTS ALL YEAR ‘ROUND challenge. Hope you participate in our next challenge!! Have a happy crafty day!!!
Deanne at A Little Bit O’ Paper

Ellibelle said...

Such a delightful card, loving all the critters and fun scene. Thanks so much for joining us at Penny Black and More challenge!

Ann said...

Incredibly cute. I LOVE the siding.

Cathy said...

Oh my gracious Sue, I am in awe of this card, the brightness and the absolutely cuteness of it and the window the adorable mousies . What an awesome card.

Sandy said...

You might think this card says Merry Christmas but I think these little fellas know that this is a very important day for the Jacksonville Jaguars. They play the New England Patriots today and the winner will be going to the Superbowl. So I think these sweet critters are super excited to see the ball game even if it is snowing!
Fantastic scene Sue - Did you use Copics - the colors and coloring are great. You mentioned Sandy Allnock, have you taken Copic lessons from her?
I love the colors - so rich and perfect. And your coloring? Fabulous!!!! Bravo Sue!!
Sandy xx

Anonymous said...

Sue, love the card! So amazing, cute stamps and great colours. Thanks for joining us at Penny Black & More and good luck!
x Daniela (DT)

Chris said...

Such a fun and festive card! Love the little scene that you've created with the fabulous background and the joyful little animals! Thank you for playing along with us at Christmas at Sweet Stampin'
Chris
x

Janis Lewis said...

I love all of the detail on this card. Thanks for joining us at The Merry Christmas Challenge.

Diane said...

Fabulous bold colors and what a super cute design.

Hugs Diane

Gibmiss said...

Hi Sue
This is a fabulous card... you put so much detail in... beautifully coloured...
hugs Sylvie xx

AO Creations said...

Super cute!!! Thank you for joining us at Pattie's Creations, good luck!!! Amy DT

Pattie G said...

This is so cute! Those little critters look like they are having so much Fun in the Snow which fits our theme for this month. Thanks for joining us at Pattie's Creations Design Challenge.

Pattie
Artist & Owner

Leslie Miller said...

Wow! Your siding looks amazing and it's the cutest Christmas card! I'm glad you didn't lose any of those parts. I'm happy to see a Christmas card anytime. Trying to finish up a batch before I start losing parts, too.

katieo said...

Super cute. I love how you made the snow glisten with glitter. Those adorable critters are having so much fun playing in the snow. Thank you for joining the DL.ART Thankful Thusday Challenge

Maryvonne Coussé said...

BEAUTIFUL CARD !
THANKS FOR JOINING US AT THE MERRY CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE BLOG and GOOD LUCK !
Maryvonne - DT Member

Eve said...

Your winter scene makes me happy, which hardly ever happens, you know, I hate snow & cold winter, but just looking at this card makes me rethink... hmmm... <3 I know, if I "feel" the cold wind over my body, that thought would go away right away! LOL Anyways, I looooove this card! You made a sweet & fun scene! Love how you colored them all, and yes, snowflakes look great on this scene!

Shirley N said...

Wow, great job on your window siding, Sue! What a fun and adorable scene and as always, your coloring is beautiful!

Lola said...

Wow! My first thought was about the siding and how gorgeous it looks. The entire scene is perfect.

Helen F. said...

Such sweet critters enjoying the snow in your your cute winter scene, Sue! Thanks for joining us at Creative With Stamps this month :-)

Lena said...

Such a sweet and festive scene. Love it! Thank you for playing along with us at Crafty Gals Corner.
♥ Lena ~ DT

Chrissy said...

Adorable gorgeous card...
Thank you for sharing with us over here today at the Classic Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

Chrissy DT   http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/...


Hazel said...

Thanks for sharing your lovely crafting for CCAYR January challenge, Hazel, DT x

Alex said...

You created a wonderful and cute scene... beautiful card!

Thanks for playing along with us at our present challenge at Craft Rocket and good luck! Hope you will join us next year again.

Hugs
Alex

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Pam Sparks said...

oh wow! I LOVE this card Sue...if it needs a home...it's welcome here! hehe What a delightful creation!

Monika Reeck said...

ooh soo cuute scene
so beautiful coloring
and love the snowy you made with dots in white there
adorable scene card
many thanks for joining with us at Creative with Stamps this month
hugs
Monika

America said...

IM A SERIOUSLY LOVIN' how beautifully your scan n cut 2 has cut these images out! NO WAY! I MUST GO GET MINE when I run into some cash - Such a beautiful scene and so darn CUTE!! love the sparkle and the brightness of your window!

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