My blog is called "Creative Smiles" because my designs are the result of incorporating mistakes. With fumble fingers that drop whatever they are holding - repeatedly, it takes a lot of giggles, smiles and creative patience during my crafting process. xx

Tuesday, January 01, 2019

Bugaboo at 2 Crafty Critter Crazies!

Happy New Year, dear friends!
May 2019 be kind to you, as you have been so kind to me with your friendship!
Wishes for those who have had a rough 2018, that 2019 looks up, and that you feel hopeful. My biggest Hope for everyone is that Peace of Mind, Deep Contentment, and Health are yours.



Today begins a new Challenge at Two Crafty Critter Crazies where we love to celebrate any project with a critter on it! Critters include mythical creatures, animal toys and everything alive (except humans and flora)! Our very generous sponsor this month is Bugaboo Digital Stamps, so join us with your crafty creations this month for a chance to win and be recognized.
My cards feature Jodie's

Puppy Birthday Party Set!




The 6" square card presents uses:
SB's Mega Curved Rectangles S5-006
Poppy Crafts "3 Balloons" die
MS double arch punch around the page
Pine Needles-Mowed Lawn Distress Inks
Copic Markers, Glitter




The 5.5" square card party favor uses:
SB's Labels Three S4-189
Kaisercraft Decorative Stitched Stars
Memory Box Curled Ribbons 9893
Pine Needles, Tumbled Glass, Walnut Stain distress inks
Copic Markers, Prismacolor Markers





The 5.5" square card cupcake uses:
Poppy Crafts "3 Balloons" die
SW Double Pierced Circles
SW Double Pierced Essential Size Rectangles
MS Deep Punch Double Doily Trim
Pine Needles Distress Ink, Pearlescent Lime Brilliance Ink
Copic Markers, Nuvo Alcohol Markers, Glitter, Embossing Folder


Products are listed just below each card.

Challenges I would like to support:


  1. Love to Craft Challenges #30 Anything Goes (check 2/5) (1 of 5?)
  2. World Wide Open DT Challenge #12 AG DT 01/15 (sep post)

Happy New Year Hugs!

41 comments:

Linda Simpson said...

Happy New Year Donna, a gorgeous set of wonderful cards. Love the images, sparkle and design.
Hugs
Linda xxx

Wendy L said...

Lovely cards Donna.
Happy New Year to you. Xxxxx

Sue said...

Hi Donna, Loving this image and you've made a great card with it.

Happy New Year to you. Sue

SD pooja said...

Adorable cards !! Happy New year Donna :)

Jackie T said...

Hi Donna your cards are gorgeous I just love those cute doggies. Happy New Year to you. Take care. Hugs Jackie

Dawn Phillips said...

Adorable critters Donna. He reminds me a bit of next doors dog. Love Dawn x

jimlynn said...

ALL of these are just so pretty, precious, and fun. That little pup makes me smile and I love your cards.
Lynn

Margarets designer cards said...

Wishing you a happy new year
Beautiful cards love the images

Donna said...

Your cards are adorable and beautiful! Best wishes for the New Year!

KT Fit Kitty said...

Super cute set of puppy cards, Donna! I love looking all the details you added! Wishing you a happy and healthy 2019!

Chris said...

Such a gorgeous set of cards Donna, the pups are adorable, each card is beautifully designed and the colours are so pretty!
Wishing you and yours a wonderful 2019!
hugs
Chris
x

Shona Erlenborn said...

Oh Donna, these cards are just so super sweet! Love the (TS?) colors that you used. Adorable images and colored beautifully. Happy and healthy New Year to you, dear friend!

*Vicki* said...

You have REALLY outdone your party pup creations here Donna!! They all make me smile so much!! :) Your coloring looks amazing on these too!! Love the colors and the designs on each of these especially with the shinny paper accents and touches of glitter!! They're all stunning!! Wishing you happiness and health this New Year my friend! BIGGEST HUGS

Leslie Miller said...

Ack, you know how I love Bugaboo, and this is a darling set! I do have this set and a similar set with hearts and I've used all of them. So adorable! Your cards are so cute they've given me a yearning to do some Bugaboo coloring. Still have a few not yet used. Love those glittery balloons and all your designs and how you've made them all nicely coordinated so they look awesome as a group. Hugely inspiring, Donna! Why have I never played this challenge, considering how I love critters? Adding to my Feedly this minute! I'm wishing all good things for you in 2019. I dearly hope it's a good year for you. Hugs and love!

KraftyKoolKat said...

Happy New Year sweetie. A lovely cute start to 2019.
Hugs
Cathy
xxxx

cotnob said...

These are adorable Donna, your little pup is so cute and I love the colours you have chosen.
Wishing you a very happy 2019.
Pauline - Crafting with Cotnob
x

Pia S said...

These puppies are amongst my favorite Bugaboo images, I made quite a few cards with them last year. The way you colored them up, with a kind of glow, is really inspiring. Beautiful layouts and color combinations. Happy New Year!

Lisa said...

Oh my goodness, they are all so absolutely adorable, Donna!! I love the sweet pups!! Your designs are gorgeous!! I love the little touches you added to each one!! The colors are fabulous!! I hope 2019 is a fabulous one for you, my friend!! So thankful for your friendship!! Happy New Year!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

pam said...

Love these puppies on your gorgeous cards De,
Beautiful layouts and colouring.
Hope you had a peaceful Christmas.
Wishing you a Happy New Year.
Hugs Pam x

Mia said...

Fantastic cards, Donna!!!!!!!!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR, my friend!!!!!!!!!!!

Inkyfingers said...

What a great collection of cards Donna and that little woofer is just gorgeous!

Happy New Year to you and your family.
Hugs
Carol x

crafty-stamper said...

Best wishes for the New Year Donna love the cute little cards and image like the design with the circular aperture
Carol x

Lori Kobular said...

Oh Donna! These cards make me happy! I love the puppy, he is so cute! I love all the beautiful green on your cards and each one is different! You are so creative!!

Aimeslee Winans said...

Simply delightful cards, Donna! Happy New Year! xoxo

Bunny said...

Happy New Year, Donna. I am hopeful for a healthier 2019. Even while I'm sitting here in pain I know I'm getting better even though the road seems filled with potholes. Your sweet cards are great. I love the sparkle and the embellishments on the them. [Bunny]

Verna Angerhofer said...

These cards are so super fun and cute. I so admire how you can switch so easily from pure elegance in your card crafting to these awesome fun and uplifting card designs. Thanks for sharing!

Ina G said...

Totally gorgeous and so cool. Amazing colours and awesome layouts. Happy New Year to you Donna. May your year be a great one.

April said...

These stamps are the cutest! i love your sweet cards!

Donna Phelan said...

Oh that pup is super cute! Woof Woof! I love the color palette you used, so fab and fresh! Each design is wonderful and makes the image the star, well plus all of your sweet accents. Just wonderful! Happy New Year, Donna, may 2019 be kind and gentle to you and your family! xo~

Cheryl Morgan said...

Adorable Donna. just love your colouring and the fabulous greens you have put with them. great set. X

Beebeebabs said...

Happy New Year - cute cute cute cards - thanks for sharing!!!

Sue said...

Donna, the pup images are all adorable, and the cards are such fun. You know I am a sucker for anything dog!! Love them all! Happy New Year Donna, may peace contentment and good health be yours.

Hugs
Sue

aussie aNNie said...

Gorgeous just love this... back now and catching up..
Happy New Year and sending lots of health and happiness your way.xx

Conniecrafter said...

Oh my goodness Donna, these little pups just put a big smile on my face, they are too cute and your coloring is just terrific! Love your added balloons and streamers to make the party special! Love the one of him blowing the noise maker.
Wishing you all the best in the coming year, may you have good health and more joy then you can handle!

Sam Squires - A Crafting Niche said...

What a fab set of cards. Thank you for taking part in the January "Love To Craft Challenge'. DT Sam x

DIANA L. said...

This is really adorable Donna !! I love it.
Thank you for the inspiration Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day
DIANA L.

DL.ART
http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com
http://dianamlarson.ctmh.com


crafty-stamper said...

Hi Donna just popping back to say-Thank you for joining us at Love to Craft
Carol DT x

creationsnz said...

Fun cards Donna, lots of bits that dress it up nicely! CarolG

Valerija said...

Oh, what a beautiful set of cards. Love the cute and fun images.
Happy New Year.
Valerija xx

VanessaB said...

what a cute set! love all your cards :)

Gale said...

Happy New Year Donna! These cards are so cute. Love the image. Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

Gale DT for  http://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/