Bellariffic Friday - One layer

Wow, have you recovered from that wonderful release Emily had yesterday?  If you  missed any of the teasers they are all available now!  Check out the blog for all the gorgeousness :)

It's Bellariffic Friday and this week the challenge was a one layer card.  I thought I'd try my hand at one of the new Danielle Donaldson images.  

I stamped Only Gretchen with Brilliance Graphite Black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and then embossed it with clear embossing powder.  I used the Peerless watercolours to colour her - I forgot how relaxing water colouring is, not to mention fast!  I cut the watercolour paper down to fit on a regular card and stamped the sentiment that comes with the image.  A trio of enamel dots finished it off.  

Be sure to check out the rest of the BellaBabes and the Sistah's cards for this week on Blogabella.  Next week's Bellariffic Friday challenge is FREE FORM.  

We hope you'll get stamping with us. It's easy to play along - just ink up any current (check the website) Stamping Bella image, and email your card to Emily by next Thursday for a chance to win some Bella Bucks.

Cheerio.....Leslie

Teaser alert - Big Idea Squidgy

It's Day 4 of teasers and I'm sure you're loving them as much as I am!!  My wish list is growing daily.  Remember, all the images will be available on Thursday March 30.

My card for today is another cute little squidgy.  I love this new line of characters - so cute and squidgy - LOL!  Meet Big Idea Squidgy.

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured her with copics.  I added some glossy accents to the light bulb and boy does it shine!

The squidgy line comes with a smaller matching image which I find perfect for the inside and to stamp on the envelope.  Here I've added it to the inside of the card with the matching sentiment.

I can see many uses for this little squidgy - I can add a bunch of balloons to her hand, flowers, anything really.  She's so versatile.  And remember she'll have a corresponding Cut it Out die too.

Be sure to check out the blog for more teasers and only two more sleeps until they're available!

Cheerio.....Leslie

Teaser alert - Hoppy Easter x 2

It's day 2 of the teasers and I have TWO cards for you today!  

My first card features those crazy but cute chicks!  This one is called The Good Egg Chick.  

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  As always Emily comes up with the perfect sentiments to go with her images.  Here's the inside of my card with the sentiment included.

My second card introduces another member to the Wobble family.  Meet Hoppy Easter Bunny Wobble.  

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  The sentiment comes with the image.  

And remember, this release will have corresponding Cut It Out dies for all the images.

Be sure to check out the blog for more teasers today and tomorrow.  I'll be back on Tuesday with another card for you.  And then....the release on Thursday!

Cheerio.....Leslie

Teaser alert - Tiny Townie Garden Girl Waterlily

Yay, it's Day 1 of teasers leading up to the new release available on March 30th.  

My card today features a new gorgeous Tiny Townie Garden Girl Waterlily!

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured her with copics.  I used one of the sentiments from Garden Girl Flower Sentiments and added some sequins to finish the card off.  This image will have a corresponding Cut It Out die available.

Be sure to check out the blog for more teasers today and come back tomorrow for more cards from me! 

Cheerio.....Leslie

Bellariffic Friday - Inspiration Challenge #3 and BIG NEWS

Before I get to my Bellariffic Friday card for today, the big new is Emily's new release is ready and the teasers will start tomorrow!!!  There will be 5 days of "teasers" and then the release will be THURSDAY MARCH 30!  She has over 30 images, and matching Cut it Out dies for all of them!  LOVE!  Okay back to regular news :)  

 It's Bellariffic Friday and this week we had this photo as our inspiration.

I chose to use the soft colours and the spring flowers as my inspiration.  I inked up Happy Everything Bunny Wobble with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  I used the matching die to cut it out.  

Be sure to check out the rest of the BellaBabes and the Sistah's cards for this week on Blogabella.  Next week's Bellariffic Friday challenge is One layer, clean and simple.

We hope you'll get stamping with us. It's easy to play along - just ink up any current (check the website) Stamping Bella image, and email your card to Emily by next Thursday for a chance to win some Bella Bucks.

And don't forget to come back tomorrow for my first teaser card!

Cheerio.....Leslie

Bellariffic Friday - Glitter or Bling

It's Bellariffic Friday and this week the challenge was Glitter or Bling and you know I love both so I went a bit crazy!

I stamped Flowersbehindmybackabella V2.0 with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured her with copics. I added lots of glitter to her dress with my spectrum noir pen and then used the coordinating die to cut her out.  The paper is glittery too and I added a scallop border with rhinestones for some extra bling!

Be sure to check out the rest of the BellaBabes and the Sistah's cards for this week on Blogabella.  Next week's Bellariffic Friday challenge is Inspiration Challenge 3 and what a lot of choice in this picture to use as your inspiration!

We hope you'll get stamping with us. It's easy to play along - just ink up any current (check the website) Stamping Bella image, and email your card to Emily by next Thursday for a chance to win some Bella Bucks.

Cheerio.....Leslie

Lily of the Valley

I couldn't resist using this sweet Tiny Townie Garden Girl Lily of the Valley image again.  

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  I then used the co-ordinating die to cut it out perfectly.  The background was made with the Quatrefoil die and I spritzed the pink cardstock with Shimmer mist for a lovely sparkle.  

The sentiment is from Garden Girls Flower Sentiments and I stamped it on a piece of vellum that I wrapped around the card.  A trio of pearls finished it off.  

Cheerio.....Leslie

Bellariffic Friday - Mojobella Sketch 27

It's Bellariffic Friday and this week we had Mojobella Sketch 27 to work with.

I still hadn't inked up Donttalktomebeforemycoffeeabella  V2.0 Bella, how did that happen :), and this was the perfect sketch.  

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  I used the coordinating die to cut it out.  I stamped part of the sentiment that comes with the image onto a strip of vellum and tucked it under part of the stool.  I drew a big "S" on the cup for my love of my daily Starbucks!  The paper is Lilybeedesign "Double Dutch".  

Be sure to check out the rest of the BellaBabes and the Sistah's cards for this week on Blogabella.  Next week's Bellariffic Friday challenge is Glitter or Bling.  You know I'll have fun with that - I love my glitter!

We hope you'll get stamping with us. It's easy to play along - just ink up any current (check the website) Stamping Bella image, and email your card to Emily by next Thursday for a chance to win some Bella Bucks.

Cheerio.....Leslie

Gray skies are gonna clear up....

I made this for a friend who's having a bit of a rough time.  It's the perfect image and sentiment too!

I stamped the image I'll Always Have Your Back with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  The paper is MME Lime Twist Happy Go Lucky.  I sponged some "stormy" looking clouds in the background as a reminder that even though there are storm clouds now, the sun always comes out and I've always got her back!  

On the inside I stamped the sentiment that comes with the image.  

Cheerio.....Leslie

Bellariffic Friday - Free Form/Stamp of the month

It's Bellariffic Friday and this week the challenge was Free Form so anything goes.  It's also the first Friday of the month and that means another image on sale at 20% off for the whole month.  All the Babes will be showcasing the image today and it's Uptown Girls Belinda and Bernadette Bench Buddies.

I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo black ink onto Bella’sBestest paper and coloured it with copics.  The paper is MME "Notable" and I used a new "hello" die I got from Danabella - love it!!  I actually cut out 4 and stacked them on top of each other for some height.  I sponged some clouds in the background.

On the inside I used the sentiment that comes with the image.

Be sure to check out the rest of the BellaBabes and the Sistah's cards for this week on Blogabella.  Next week's Bellariffic Friday challenge is Mojobella Sketch 27.

We hope you'll get stamping with us. It's easy to play along - just ink up any current (check the website) Stamping Bella image, and email your card to Emily by next Thursday for a chance to win some Bella Bucks.

Cheerio.....Leslie