I am finding that it's lovely to have a precolored image to jazz up a little if I wish (or not), and make a card - since I'm rather a slow card maker. I'm still relatively new to the world of Digi. I'm happy to say that while these images are quite suited to my own taste in design, they are also easy to use. I've read many ways that digis can be embossed or otherwise changed up (which I don't know how to do -- YET!), I've simply been using them printed off on white cardstock, then adding more shading or embellishment. Easy-Peasy.
- Image printed, die cut with an MFT pierced oval, shaded with DI blues around the edges. Some copics used for shading within this cheeky Chipmunk and his cup of cider. (WoS, WoL).
- Lil Inker Stitched Small Sunshine die, (white c/s was colored with copics, added WoS).
-Tattered Lace Winter Florals (white c/s, colored with copics & shaped a bit with a stylus).
- Computer generated sentiment was die cut with a S/B label die.
- white card base covered with a 6x6 WeRMemory Keepers Anthologie pattern paper.
You can purchase this month's featured set for just $1.25 in DeeDee's shop. If you participated in last month's challenge, you should have already received this set in your email. (If you participated but didn't receive the set yet, please contact DeeDee as sometimes things do go wrong with email).
I'm off to link up this Chipmunk at DeeDee's Digi of the Month Challenge, and also
at Darnell's NBUS Challenge #2. . I hope you'll find time to join in the fun at both places.
Once again, many thanks for spending some time with me this afternoon; I love reading your comments if you've time to leave one. I will do my best to get back on visits to enjoy my visitors' creations too. Big September Hugs.
Edit: Found out from Our Darnell that this fall card would fit in the The Paper Players Challenge Happy Fall theme so linked there as my 3rd challenge link. Thanks Darnell!
Cute image and a fabulous card.
ReplyDeleteKath x
Woot! What a kick of a fall card, Mary, with tons of Southern charm!! You rock all the seasons! I really appreciate that you popped back to my NBUS Challenge and entered this cutie, too!! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteHi Mary,
ReplyDeleteI love this fab chipmunk.
He looks like me with a bowl of ice cream. lol.
Super designed card, and the colour is fab.
Those leaves and acorns look fantastic.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
PS Mary, I just noticed that The Paper Players is have a "Happy Fall y'all!" challenge! I kid you not!
ReplyDeleteThe poodle card I put on my blog recently was a pre coloured image which I just added a bit of depth too. They save an awful lot of time.
ReplyDeleteYour image is so cute and I love the leaves and chestnuts for dimension.
He is a naughty little critter, having a sneaky glass of cider!!!
Have a lovely week.
Hugs Sharon. x
What a cute chipmunk:) and I love those dies..huggles Sue xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! Of course I love the image but I also love the leaves and acorns and how you added your own special touch to the image! Well done!
ReplyDeleteThis is so absolutely adorable, Mary!! The image is so cute!! Love the leaves and acorns!! Perfect fall card my friend!! Have a great evening :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
I just love what you've done with this cute image of Deedee's! Those colorful leaves falling down the side of the card, along with the dangling acorns and branch this little guy is perched upon, really put us all int he mood for autumn! Very cute card ya'll :)
ReplyDeleteSo cute and I love the addition of the acorns and leaves on here. Why don't I think of things like this.....and also why don't I think to sponge around the image!!! No fair! LOL!
ReplyDeleteLove it!
Lynn
Great job in embellishing this cute image, Mary! You gave it nice depth and dimension.
ReplyDeleteOh my now that image is stinking cute! I love the idea of him drinking hot cider. For some dumb reason I never thought to print off pre-coloured digi's when I was on some DT's - I'll remember that when time is short. Love that little cutie Karen x
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable chipmunk! Super cute card! Thanks for joining us at The Paper Players.
ReplyDeleteADORABLE card Mary, sorry if I have missed some of your beautiful cards...xx
ReplyDeleteThe Journey is the Start
Love your card Mary, that little guy is so cute!! The acorns and leaves are the perfect touch too xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a cheeky chipmunk! Great card as usual Mary. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a cheeky chipmunk! Great card as usual Mary. x
ReplyDeleteFab card and I adore the image. Such a cutie:)
ReplyDeleteHope you have a lovely week ahead.
Lovely fall card, Mary!!! He is such a cute fella!!! Love the sentiment!!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Monday!!
Hugz
really cute image Mary. Very beautiful card. LOve Veerle xxx
ReplyDeleteGreat card, Mary. I love the shading on your oval die very pretty color for that. Your addition of acorns and leaves is ideal and I adore your sentiment. It's always been my favorite Autumn sentiment. Enjoy your day.
ReplyDeleteLovely card!! Happy fall to you :) Lovely season! wish to see it some day :)
ReplyDeleteI'm seeing this chipmunk everywhere this morning. He is such a cutie. I like your acorns and leaves....really make for a perfect Fall creation.
ReplyDeleteVery very cute fall card Momma Mary! I love that cute chipmunk with his hot spiced apple cider-my favorite hot drink! lol I love the leaves and acorns you used on this card as well as the sun. Fall is usually sunny and just the perfect weather. It is already feeling like fall here. lol The air has a nip to it in the mornings and evenings. Big hugs-Brenda
ReplyDeleteI love the autumn colours in this one and the cute chipmunk image.
ReplyDeleteJean x
Only just got on to pre coloured digis and I'm surprised I love them and what you have done with this image is just wonderful, love the dies too.
ReplyDeleteHope all is well.
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Only just got on to pre coloured digis and I'm surprised I love them and what you have done with this image is just wonderful, love the dies too.
ReplyDeleteHope all is well.
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Oh Mary - he is just about the cutest snowman I ever saw! And such a pretty card as well - great work!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Di xx
WAIT! My comment was for your snowman card - how did that happen then?!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Di xx
This is an adorable chipmunk, Mary! He looks like his cheeks are full of nuts! Love the acorns and leaves you've added too!
ReplyDeletehello Carolina; great little squirrel...good luck on the challenges and yes Darnell is great to make people to know each other!!!
ReplyDeletehugs from California
bibiana
Hello Mary what a sweet card, and the Autumn colours are wonderful, fab embellishments too, hugs Kate x
ReplyDeleteThat's such a great image Mary, he does look a cheeky chappie!, great card, love it.
ReplyDeleteHugs Jacee
He is a hoot! Cute as can be in his little sweater. You did a great job coloring him.
ReplyDeleteHello Mary,
ReplyDeleteWhat a cheeky chappie your little chipmunk looks, he's absolutely brilliant.
Wonderful fall colours and perfect colouring.
luv
irene
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I LOVE that cute chipmunk and the gorgeous autumn colours on your lovely card Mary. Great colouring too. Hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteCute little image and I love your embellishments! Thanks for playing with the Players this week and sharing this with us!
ReplyDeleteThis is just stunning, Mary! All those rich colors of Fall, and the adorable die-cut accents are so fun! I really like how you spiced up the image with the spongeing and shading. If I didn't know it, I would never guess you are "new" to digis -- you do such a beautiful job with them!
ReplyDeleteThis is a cute image, and the embellishements that you added are just perfect. Great fall card!
ReplyDeleteMr. chipmunk is too stinkin cute. Makes me want to break my shopping moratorium. :) I really like the die cut leaves and acorn. I didn't realize they were made of paper at first. They came out fantastic. Yet another item for my wish list. You may be a slow card maker but you do an amazing job and include some many fabulous details on your cards. So you should definately not worry about taking your time.
ReplyDeleteLove chipmunks. Cute card Mary. I agree. sometimes it is nice to just put the card together and not worry about the coloring part. - Jim
ReplyDeleteOh what a cutie...Especially love the acorns-- sheer delight Mary!
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Dr Sonia
Cards Crafts Kids Projects
Cute image, will go and have a look. xx
ReplyDeleteThis is fab! The the cute chipmunk!
ReplyDeleteLucy x
Super cute card ) Mary just love the coloring you did with it too
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute chipmunk - he looks like he's eaten all the acorns!! What a fun fall card - thanks so much for joining us at The Paper Players this week!
ReplyDeleteHe is super cute hun and loving the acorns - thanks so much for joining the September Challenge at Deedee's hugs Judith DT x
ReplyDeleteDarling card. Love the extra details with the die cuts. Thanks for joining us at the progressive challenge at Deedee's Digis.
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