In Rosie's Book: Elphine House Australia

Why Rosie's Book?

While growing up, I had a dear friend, Renee, that lived next door and with whom I spent much of my childhood. We grew, in different directions, and went on our merry way. Many years later, I ran into her parents and they kindly reminded me of the laughs they still have over my book. “What book?” I wondered with a puzzled look. "I don't remember a book." Hardy laughter accompanied their response. At some time during our childhood, I tried to convince Renee about something that her parents didn’t agree with. I told her that proof of its truth could be found “in my book.” Naturally she went home and tried to convince her parents of the same thing but they weren’t falling for it. She needed an edge and told them emphatically, “It’s in Rosie’s book!” After they caught their breaths from reborn laughter, they let me know how “Rosie’s book” has been cited for many other things throughout the years. They’ve also mentioned that they’d like to see “Rosie’s book” one day. I can’t remember all of the things that I said were in “my book” but I’m sure my dear friend’s parents can recall much more than I ever knew about – LOL!!! So, here it is . . . my version of things you might find In Rosie’s Book . . .

Friday, May 25, 2012

Elisabeth Bell's World Challenge: Sketch by Lynda - Tommy: Apples for Mommy

The Digi Bells design team over at the Elisabeth Bell's World Challenge Blog wants to see your projects using Lynda's sketch. A very lucky randomly selected entry will win TWO Elisabeth Bell digi images of their choice AND a Belles 'n Whistles gift pack that includes a clear stamp! You can find out more about this challenge and sponsors here.

I've used this marvelous Tommy: Apples for Mommy stamped image designed by Elisabeth Bell for Elphine House Australia. You can find him at the Elphine House Australia online store here. This pic shows a closer view of my Copic-filled image. I've added a stamped sentiment to the hanging tag from an older Stampin' Up! All Year Cheer I set.

I've layered patterned paper from a My Mind's Eye A Beautiful Life paper pack with coordinating cardstock. A Spellbinders Heart Circle and Classic Circle add a circular element to my card that I've tried to repeat with my single, handmade daisy and a few black mini brads.

Here's a view of my completed card front showing my use of Elphine House Australia's Tommy: Apples for Mommy, as designed by Elisabeth Bell, with this challenge's Sketch by Lynda . . .

For a chance to win a fabulous prize, get over to the Elisabeth Bell's World Challenge Blog and add your entry into this month's Sketch by Lynda challenge!

I'm entering this card into the following challenges:
One Stitch At a Time "Anything Goes" (here)
Bunny Zoe's "Anything Goes" (here)
Creative Card Crew "Dimension" (here)
Creative Inspirations "Anything Goes" (here)
Sweet Stamps "Anything Goes" (here)
Southern Girls "Dying to Diecut or Punch" (here)

Copics used:
skin - E000, E01, E11, E93
hair, basket, cat fur - E31, E35, E47
pants - B91, B95, B97
shirt - YG91, YG95, YG97, R81, R85, R89
tag - C00, C1, C3
airbrushed background - B91, B93, YG91, YG93

I'm so glad that you stopped by to visit!

~ Rose

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Card Art with Copics: Elisabeth Bell's Laura's Yummy Pudding

This sweet little lady is about to introduce her own homemade version of her favorite dessert. This image, designed by Elisabeth Bell for Elphine House Australia, is named Laura's Yummy Pudding. You can find her at the Elphine House Australia online shop here.

Here's my Copic-filled version:

I've used the beyond-the-edge technique to die cut the image with a Spellbinders Oval. A Spellbinders Big Scalloped Oval makes a nice shaped frame. I tried to preserve the little mousie tail but at the last possible second, the fragile tail fell off. Luckily I have a spool of 20 gauge black cotton thread so I added a realistic-looking mouse tail in its place.

I've used my card scraps to make handmade daisies to coordinate with my project . . .

A patterned paper from Bo Bunny's Gabrielle Collection 6x6 pad is layered with some Bazzill cardstock. I've used my Purple Cow deckle edge blade to give my edges a distressed, torn paper look. An EK Success Paper Shapers Whale of a Punch corner was also deckled. A few Creative Impressions white mini brads decorate one of the corners. A single Spellbinders Floral Flourish adds a little movement to my card. Here's the completed card front showing my version of Elphine House Australia's Laura's Yummy Pudding image by Elisabeth Bell:

You can find more inspiration using Elisabeth Bell's digital images at the Digi Bells Design Team blog here.

I'm entering this card into the following challenges:
Sketch Saturday "Sketch by Susie" (here)
Elphine House Australia "Everything Is Coming Up Daisies" (here)
Belles 'n Whistles "Spring is in the Air" (here)
Simon Says Stamp! "Sweet Tooth" (here)
Wags 'n Whiskers "Distressing" (here)
Craft Your Passion "Torn or Distressed Edges" (here)
A&T Digital Designs/Emerald Faerie Garden "Anything Goes" (here)

Copics used:
skin - E000, E01, E11, E93
hair, bear - E31, E35, E47, E93
shirt - R11, R14, R17
apron, dishes - W3, W1, W00
pants - BG11, BG23, BG49
backpack - B91, B95, B97
mouse - E31, E33, E35, E93
airbrushed background - E44, BG10

I'm so glad that you stopped by to visit!

~ Rose