Bumble Bee Blossom by SheepSki Designs for Little Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #265 on the 2nd of November, 2025

Hi All!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #265, the 2nd of November 2025 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog.

Here is my card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is Sheepski Designs:

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Prize is 3 images

I chose Bumble Bee Blossom, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and coloured with the following Copics markers:

• yellow - Y11, Y15, YR23
• black - C3, C5, C7, C9
• wings - V91, V95
• pink - RV00, RV63, RV66
• green - YG23, YG25, YG17
• blue - B0000, B000, B00, B01
• outline B16

I then die cut the image using Scalloped Squares Die from La-La Land Crafts. As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

Here is a close up of the colouring before adhering to the card:

I also used a paper Say it with Flowers Paper Pack from La-La Land Crafts, that is now discontinued. I adhered the paper to a white square card from Envelope Solutions, then adhered the coloured image.

Here is another photo of the card:

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 15th of November, 2025. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 2nd of November, 2025 to find out the winners of Challenge #264.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

    Classic Design Challenge #10-2025 Oct/Nov - Anything Goes with Optional Twist: Autumn Splendour

A Perfect Time to Craft Open Challenge - #11-2025 - Anything Goes

Mix It Up Challenge MIUCB #80 - Anything Goes

The Creative Crafters Challenge #93 - Anything Goes

Creative Fingers Challenge #311 - Anything Goes

Thanks for looking!

Buttercup Cottage by SheepSki Designs for Little Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #245 on the 5th of January 2025

Hi All! Happy New Year!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #245, the 5th of January 2025 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog.

Here is my card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is Sheepski Designs:

prize: 3 images

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I chose Buttercup Cottage Image No 274 (but I notice that it is not available anymore), which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and die cut with Scalloped Squares Die from La-La Land Crafts, before colouring with the following Copics markers:

• door - R24, R46, R59
• door knob/jamb - E74, E77, E79
• roof - E71, E74, E77, E79
• stump/chimney - E41, E43, E44, E47
• steps - T0, T1, T3, T5, E43, E44, E47
• leaves - YG03, G24, G05, G07, G19
• buttercups - Y11, YR12, Y35, YR16, Y38
• windows - Y11, Y35, YR16
• background - 0, B0000, B000, B00, BG01

As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

Here is a close up of the colouring:

I then adhered the coloured image to a Kraft square card from Envelope Solutions.

Here is another photo of the finished card:

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 18th of January, 2025. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 5th of January, 2025 to find out the winners of Challenge #244.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

Classic Design Challenge #12-2024 Dec/Jan - Anything Goes with Optional Twist: Happy Holidays

A Perfect Time to Craft Open Challenge - #1-2025 - Anything Goes

Mix It Up Challenge MIUCB #75 - Anything Goes

The Creative Crafters Challenge #83 - Anything Goes

Creative Fingers Challenge #291 - Anything Goes

Thanks for looking!

Conversation by SheepSki Designs for Little Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #237 on the 1st of September, 2024

 

Hi All!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #237, the 1st of September 2024 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog.

Here is my card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is Sheepski Designs:

Sheepski Design Shop
Blog Shop
Blog
Facebook
Instagram

Prize is 3 images

I chose Conversation, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and die cut with Scalloped Squares Die from La-La Land Crafts, before colouring with the following Copics markers:

• face/skin - E000, E02, E21, E11, B16 (eye), V28, clear Wink of Stella (lips, toenails)
• hair - E31, E33, E35
• dress - V20, V22, V25, V28
• wings - 0, V20, V22, V25, clear Wink of Stella
• moon - 0, B0000, B000, B00, B12, B24, clear Wink of Stella
• outline - V04

Here is a close up of the colouring:

I cut a piece of paper from the Sparkle and Shine Paper Pack by La-La Land Crafts and then adhered it to a white square card from Envelope Solutions, before adhering the coloured image on top.

Here is another photo of the finished card:

As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 14th of September, 2024. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 1st of September, 2024 to find out the winners of Challenge #236.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

Classic Design Challenge #08-2024 Aug/Sep - Anything Goes with Optional Twist: Geometric Designs/Shapes - I have circles on the paper, also a square!

A Perfect Time to Craft Open Challenge #9-2024 - Anything Goes

Mix It Up Challenge MIUCB #72 - Anything Goes

The Creative Crafters Challenge #79 - Anything Goes

Creative Fingers Challenge #283 - Anything Goes

Thanks for looking!

The Bots #209 by SheepSki Designs for Little Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #227 on the 7th of April, 2024

Hi All!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #227, the 7th of April 2024 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog.

Here is my card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is Sheepski Designs:

Sheepski Design Shop
Blog Shop
Blog
Facebook
Instagram

Prize is 3 digital images!

I chose The Bots #209, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and then coloured with the following Copics markers:

• patina robot - E95, E97, E99, E18, B00, BG000, BG10, BG34, BG72, G00, YR31
• copper robot - E11, E15, E18, E08
• silver dog - C0, C1, C3, C5
• hearts/flower petals - RV63, RV66
• inside of flowers - Y15
• eyes - B14, B16, B18, white gel pen
• grounding - BV000, BV00, BV01
• outline - B16

I cut the coloured image with my paper cutter and then adhered it to a white square card from Envelope Solutions.

There was room for a sentiment, so I stamped "Beep Beep" from the Beep Beep Clear Stamp Set from La-La Land Crafts. I have stamped it under the coloured image with my MISTI and Bahama Blue Memento ink.

So, here is a final photo:

As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 20th of April, 2024. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 7th of April, 2024 to find out the winners of Challenge #226.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

Classic Design Challenge #03-2024 Mar/Apr - Anything Goes with Optional Twist: 4-Legged Friends

A Perfect Time to Craft Open Challenge #4-2024 - Anything Goes

Mix It Up Challenge MIUCB #70 - Anything Goes + Optional Fancy Fold

Creative Fingers Challenge #275 - Anything Goes

The Creative Crafters Challenge #74 - Anything Goes

Thanks for looking!

Winter Deer by SheepSki Designs for Little Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #195 on the 4th of December, 2022

 

Hi All!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #195, the 4th of December 2022 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog. I'm writing this on a hot Sunday morning just before I go for a walk to see my son play cricket.

Anyway, here is my completed card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is:

SheepSki Designs

SheepSki Design Shop
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Prize = 3 images

I chose to use Winter Deer by SheepSki Designs, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and then coloured with the following Copics markers:

• sky - B000, B00, B21, B12, B23, Y11, E50, R30, RV42, colourless blender
• snow - C00, C0, C1, BV0000, colourless blender
• outline - B23

I have cut out the coloured image using my paper cutter and then adhered to a white square card from Envelope Solutions.

As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

Here is a photo close-up of the colouring before it was cut:

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 17th of December, 2022. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 4th of December, 2022 to find out the winners of Challenge #194.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft Challenge #12-2022 - December Anything Goes

Classic Design Challenge December 2022 #12 - Anything Goes

Mix It Up Challenge #62 - Anything Goes plus the Option of Open Technique

Alphabet Challenge - R is for Reduce (CAS)

Corrosive Challenge #11, 2022 - Anything Goes

Crafty Calendar Challenge for December - Anything Goes

12 Months of Christmas Link Up Challenge #95 - Anything Goes CHRISTMAS

SheepSki Designs Challenge #69 - Tis the Season

SheepSki Designs Facebook Challenge

Thanks for looking!

                            

Winter Robin by Sheep Ski Designs for Winter Wonderland Challenge on the 4th of November, 2022

It has been a crazy busy few months and I had a bit of a rest last month. I am back at Winter Wonderland this month and we are hosted by Christine.

Welcome to our tenth challenge for 2022.

Our theme is:

Robin Redbreast

So here is my project:

Please remember that it is Christmas projects only and they must include the theme of Robin Redbreast.

Our sponsor for this challenge is:

SheepSki Designs

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We had a choice of two images this month and I chose Winter Robin, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It blending card and then used my paper cutter to cut around the image after I have coloured it with the following Copics markers:

• back - E44, E47, E49
• red - R24, R27, R46, R59
• breast - E40, E41, E43, E44
• beak/legs - E35, E37, E39, white gel pen
• eye - E47, E49, white gel pen
• leaves - YG23, YG25, YG67
• berries - R46, R59, clear Wink of Stella
• branch - E15, E18
• snow - BV0000, C00, C0, C1, clear Wink of Stella
• sky - B0000, BG0000, BG000, B00, BG01, colourless blender
• outline - B16

You can see a bit of sparkle with clear Wink of Stella on the close-ups:

I adhered the coloured image to a square white card from Envelope Solutions, then stamped Happiest of Holidays from Happiest of Holidays Clear Stamp Set by La-La Land Crafts in Nautical Blue Memento ink using my MISTI.

As usual, I have drawn some inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her awesome Monthly Classes and Bonus Classes.

Here is another photo of the completed card:

I would like to add this card to the following challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft Challenge #11-2022 - November Anything Goes

Classic Design Challenge November 2022 #11 - Anything Goes

The Holly and Ivy Christmas Challenge #127 - Anything Christmas Goes

Christmas Kickstart Challenge #68 - Trees, Trees, Trees!

There is inspiration from the rest of the Winter Wonderland DT over on the Winter Wonderland blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. Please remember that it is Christmas Projects only! We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous Christmas creations. Please be sure to post a link back to the Winter Wonderland blog in your blog post in order to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun and remember that you can enter up to 3 times. This challenge will end on Thursday the 1st of December, 2022.

Please check the Winter Wonderland blog to find out the winners of the Let it Snow Challenge.

Thanks for looking!

Floral Heart by SheepSki Designs for Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge #187 on the 7th of August, 2022

Hi All!

Welcome to my post about my card for challenge #187, the 7th of August 2022 challenge for the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog. I'm writing this on Sunday afternoon after I have just sent Kelly my image which is a bit delayed as I have been travelling this week for work and I had to deal with a family emergency yesterday and just have not had the energy to finish!

Anyway, here is my completed card:

Our sponsor for this challenge is:

SheepSki Designs

SheepSki Design Shop
Blog
Facebook
Instagram

Prize is 3 images!

I chose to use Floral Heart by SheepSki Designs, which I have digitally printed on to X-Press It Blending card and then coloured with the following Copics markers:

• butterfly - B12 (body), BV00, BV20, BV13, BV17
• pansies - Y15, V01, V04, V06
• blue flowers - B12, B14, B16
• yellow flowers - Y13, Y15, Y18, B14
• blue/green flowers - BG11, BG53, BG57
• pink flowers - RV00, RV10, RV14, RV17
• small flowers - V22, V25
• background - G0000, G000, G00
• outline - BG57

I have cut out the coloured image using my paper cutter and then adhered to a white square card from Envelope Solutions.

The sentiments are from Short Stacks and Go Wild by Power Poppy (both sets look like they are discontinued) and they have been stamped using Nautical Blue Memento ink and my MISTI.

As usual, I have taken inspiration from the wonderful Alyce at Kit and Clowder and her fantastic monthly classes and bonus classes.

Here is a photo close-up of the colouring before it was cut and then after:

There is inspiration from the rest of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends DT over on the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog, so please pop over to everyone's blog by clicking on their name. We always appreciate a comment or two! :) You can also find out what other challenges are out there, which could give you some ideas for your card or gift stash.

We all hope that you are able to join us for this challenge. We look forward to visiting your blogs and seeing your gorgeous "always anything goes" creations. Please ensure that you are a follower of the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog to be eligible for a prize!

Have fun! This challenge will end on Saturday the 20th of August, 2022. Please check the Lil Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge blog on Sunday 7th of August, 2022 to find out the winners of Challenge #186.

I would like to enter this card into a few challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft Challenge #8-2022 - August Anything Goes (I was a spotlight winner in June!)

Classic Design Challenge August 2022 #8 - Anything Goes (I won first prize last month!!)

Mix It Up Challenge #60 - Anything Goes plus the Option of Clean and Simple

Crafty Calendar August Challenge - Anything Goes

Creative Fingers Challenge #236 - Anything Goes (I was in the Top 3 last month!)

Thanks for looking!