Last Post for the HYCCT Challenge Cards

I am finally posting the last group of 5 cards I made for the HYCCT Challenges this year.  I hope you have enjoyed seeing all of the cards as much as I enjoyed making them.  It is such a nice feeling to create cards for others.

Minty Elegance

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Lacy & Lovely

Paper:  Whisper White, Mint Melody, Vellum CS

Ink:  Craft White

Accessories:  Stamp-a-ma-jig, 5 Petal Flower Punch, Petite Petals Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch, White Lace Trim, Sticky Strip, Mini Glue Dots, Pearl, Frost White Shimmer Mist 

Challenge:  Create your own background paper

 

Miss You

 





 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Ain't Love Grand

Paper:  Whisper White, Baja Breeze, Welcome Neighbor DSP

Ink:  Black, Cherry Cobbler, Not Quite Navy, Blush Blossom, Smoky Slate

Accessories:  White Bakers Twine, Oval Nestabilities Dies, Baja Breeze Pleated Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Hope Soars! (something that takes off)

 

Tilted and Embossed Layers 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Blooming with Kindness, French Foliage, Petite Pairs, Canvas

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Dusty Durango, More Mustard

Ink:  More Mustard, Dusty Durango, Crumb Cake

Accessories:  Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Oval Punch, Spritzer Tool, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Tilted Layers (one or more tilted layers)

 

Always You

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Express Yourself, Banner Blast, Gorgeous Grunge

Paper:  Crumb Cake, Real Red, Coastal Cabana, Whisper White
Ink:  Real Red, Coastal Cabana

Accessories:  Bitty Banner Framelits, Banner Punch, Paper Lace Doily, Coastal Cabana Stretched Ruffled Ribbon, Rhinestone, Sticky Strip, Tombow Adhesive

Challenge:  Sweetly Romantic

 

Peter Rabbit

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Uptown Ribber Stamps - Christmas at Home

Paper:  Very Vanilla
Ink:  Palette Burnt Umber, Various SU Markers

Accessories:  White Gel Pen

Challenge:  Another Year in the Books (inspired by favorite children's book)

Group # 6

Here are the next 5 cards I created for the HYCCT Challenges.  Only one more day to go.

Emboss Resist Silhouettes

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Serene Silhouettes, Pursuit of Happiness 

Paper:  Whisper White

Ink:  Black, Versa Mark, Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron 
Accessories:  White Embossing Powder, Post-it Notes

Challenge:  Any Resist Technique

 

Bokeh Fall Leaves



 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Sincere Salutations

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Always Artichoke, Ruby Red, More Mustard, Old Olive, Watercolor
Ink:  Pumpkin Pie, Pear Pizzazz, So Saffron, Crumb Cake, Craft White, Black Staz-on
Accessories:  Aqua Painter, Oval Nestabilities Die, Square Lattice EF, Autumn Accents Bigz Die, Designer Natural Button, Linen Thread, Sponge Dauber, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Bokeh Technique



 

Cheerful Bright Blossoms

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Bright Blossoms, Itty Bitty Banners

Paper:  Whisper White, Black, Ballet Blue
Ink:  Black, Ballet Blue

Accessories:  Circle Nestabilities Dies, Bitty Banners Framelits, Lattice Chain Punch, Black Gingham Ribbon, Black Pearls, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Use Black, Blue, A Sentiment, Circle Layer, Round Gem

 

Antique Wild Roses

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Elements of Style, I Like You

Paper:  Watercolor, Very Vanilla, Naturals Ivory, Soft Suede, Pretty in Pink 
Ink:  Versa Mark, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake

Accessories:  Clear Embossing Powder, Watercolor Crayons, Aqua Painter, Top Note Die, Spritzer Tool, Soft Suede Taffeta Ribbon, Pearls, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Thanks x 2 (combine 2 mediums and express thanks or gratitude)

 

Party Penguin

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Birthday Whimsy

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip, Black, Summer Sun, Tickles DSP 
Ink:  Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Owl Builder Punch, Small Oval Punch, Modern Label Punch, Circle Nestabilities Dies, Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon, White Bakers Twine, White Gel Pen, Mini Glue Dots, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Use at least 1 pink balloon

Almost done - Group #5

I'm almost finished posting all of the challenges.  After today only two more groups to go.

Sparkling Teacups

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  None

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Pattern Love DSP

Ink:  Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, So Saffron

Accessories:  Dreamweaver Stacked Teacups Brass Stencil, Translucent Embossing Paste, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Dots EF, Pink Satin Ribbon, Sponge Daubers, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  Spread it Around (use embossing paste)

 

Framed Tres Chic

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Tres Chic

Paper:  Whisper White, Black, Green Galore, Acetate

Ink:  Black Staz-on

Accessories:  Deco Labels Framelits, Stylized Flowers EF, Green Acrylic Paint, White Grosgrain Ribbon, American Crafts Plastic Flowers, Fire Circle Brad, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Get Smooshed (acrylic smash technique)

 

Inky Butterfly

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Papillon Potpourri, Vintage Verses

Paper: Whisper White, Wisteria Wonder

Ink:  Wisteria Wonder, Elegant Eggplant, Black

Accessories:  Apothecary Accents Framelits, Paper Lace Doily, Elegant Butterfly Punch, Platinum Ink, Stylus, Spritzer Tool, Rhinestones, Mini Glue Dots

Challenge:  Get Inked (drip or spray ink)

 

 

Balloon Full of Love

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Ain't Love Grand

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Patterns Love DSP

Ink:  Black, Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Creamy Caramel, Crumb Cake
Accessories:  Rectangle Frame EF, Pinking Hearts Border Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Pink Ribbon, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Show Me the Love (no "love" word)

 

Tissue Paper Flower

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Occasional Quotes

Paper:  Whisper White, Sahara Sand, Rebecca DSP 

Ink: Black, Pretty in Pink

Accessories:  Circle Nestabilities Dies, Little Leaves Sizzlit, Tissue Paper, Scallop Circle Punch, White Seam Binding Ribbon, Brad, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Use Tissue Paper

Group #4

Here is group number 4 of the cards I made for the HYCCT Challenge.

Step Up for the Cake

 

 Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Embellished Events

Paper:  Whisper White, Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Razzleberry Lemonade DSP

Ink:  Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Crushed Curry

Accessories:  Oval & Scallop Oval Nestabilities Dies, Rhinestones, Rich Razzleberry Ribbon, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  It's Time to Step Up

 

Soft Felt Flowers

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Whimsical Words

Paper: Whisper White, Baja Breeze

Ink:  Black

Accessories:  Vine Street EF, Flower Fusion Too, Silver Brads, Mini Glue Dots

Challenge:  Soft & Cozy (use fabric, felt, etc)

 

Washi Tape Trees

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  None

Paper: Whisper White

Ink: None

Accessories:  All is Calm Washi Tape, Tree Punch, Decorative Dots EF, All is Calm Snowflake, Lost Lagoon Ribbon, White Bakers Twine, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Stampless

 

Sail Away

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Sail Away

Paper:  Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Night of Navy, Crumb Cake

Ink: Black

Accessories:  Paper Snips, Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine, Dimensionals

Challenge: All That Binds Us (bind the spine of the card)

 

Aged Postcard

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps: Winter Post, French Foliage, Ageless Adornment, Morning Meadow, Postage Collection

Paper:  Naturals Ivory, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Smoky Slate, Kaleidacolor Autumn Leaves 
Accessories:  Chocolate Chip & Old Olive Twill Ribbon, Leaf Straight Pin (JoAnn's) 
Challenge: Keeping Connected (connect the elements on the card)

Group #3

Here are the next 5 cards I made for the HYCCT Challenge.

Hokey Pokey Penguins

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Penguin Paradise, Smarty Pants

Paper:  Whisper White, Orchid Opulence, Marvelous Magenta

Ink:  Black, Various SU Markers

Accessories:  Bloom Dot EF, Trio Flower Punch, Dew Drops, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Laughter is the Best Medicine

 



 

Thinking of "U"

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  For the Birds

Paper:  Naturals White, Red Glimmer

Ink: Black

Accessories:  Memory Box Classic Lower Case Alphabet Dies, Heart to Heart Punch, Red Gingham Ribbon, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  Somethings Missing

 

Supportive Chicks

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps: Cheep Talk, For the Birds

Paper:  Whisper White, Yoyo Yellow, Green Galore, Pink Passion 

Ink:  Tempting Turquoise, Pink Passion, Only Orange, Yoyo Yellow, Green Galore, Lovely Lilac, Black 
Accessories:  Scallop Border Punch, Heart to Heart Punch, Pearls, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Chicks Stick Together

 

Warm and Fuzzy Scarf

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Bundle Up, All Year Cheer I

Paper: Whisper White, Real Red

Ink:  Real Red

Accessories:  Snowflake EF, Square Lattice EF, Fancy Fibers Brights, Rhinestones, Paper Snips, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  Warm Fuzzies (warm colors and something fuzzy)

 

Song Birds

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Of the Earth

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Really Rust, Creamy Caramel, Tempting Turquoise

Ink:  Really Rust, Creamy Caramel, Tempting Turquoise

Accessories:  Finial Press EF, 1 1/4" & 1 3/8" Square Punches, Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  Heart Song

Next Group of Challenge Cards

Yesterday I posted 5 of the cards I made for the HYCCT (Hope You Can Cling To) Challenges for 2014 so today I'm posting the next group.

Christmas Cheer

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Endless Wishes

Paper:  Whisper White, Ski Slope DSP

Ink:  Baja Breeze, Old Olive

Accessories:  Staples, Rhinestone Brads, Lucky Limeade Bakers Twine, Dimensionals

Challenge:  No Adhesive (except to attach to card base)

 

Two Flowers

 

 



Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Fabulous Florets

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Pink Passion, Lavender Lace

Ink:  Pink Passion, Lavender Lace, Certainly Celery

Accessories:  Framed Tulips EF, Scallop Border Punch, Banner Punch, Paper Snips, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Two by Two, Side by Side (and had to use pink & purple)

 

 

Teddy Bears Squared

 



Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Rainy Day Bears by Darcie's

Paper:  Whisper White, Yoyo Yellow, DCWV Mat Stack

Ink:  Black, Various SU Markers

Accessories:  Square and Scallop Square Nestabilities Dies, Paper Snips, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Teddy Bear for my Sister (use a teddy bear)

 

Sweet Stuff

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Very Punny

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Apricot Appeal, Gable Green, Ballet Blue, DCWV Summer Glitter Stack

Ink:  Black, Pretty in Pink, Apricot Appeal, Gable Green
Accessories:  1 1/4" and 1 3/8" Circle Punches, Scallop Border Punch, Bluebird Grosgrain Ribbon, 2-Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Dimensionals
Challenge:  Spoonful of Sugar (sugary treat)

 

Teachers are Heroes

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Pencils - Lockhart Stamp Co.

Paper:  Whisper White, Black, Really Rust, Creepy Crawly DSP

Ink:  Black, Smoky Slate, Crumb Cake, More Mustard, Real Red, Old Olive
Accessories:  Oval and Scallop Oval Nestabilities Dies, Scallop Border Punch, Oval Punch, Gold Brads, Dimensionals 
Challenge: My Hero





Busy Time of Year!

I'm not sure how many of you know, but for the past 5 years Splitcoaststampers has partnered with the UT MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas for a month long card drive to benefit those affected by breast cancer.  If you would like more information click this link.  I have been participating each year and truly enjoy the challenges.  I did not get the opportunity to post each card separately this year so I thought that I would post a few cards each day for the next few days.  I won't go into much detail on each card but I will post supplies used.  Enjoy!

Hip-hippo-ray!

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Pun Fun

Paper:  Whisper White, Regal Rose, Basic Gray, KI Memories DSP

Ink:  Black, SU Markers: Going Gray, Pretty in Pink, Regal Rose, Black

Accessories:  Paper Snips, Basic Gray Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Paper Tole

You Light Up My Life!



 



Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Aviary, Mini Mates

Paper:  Very Vanilla, So Saffron, Ice Cream Parlor DSP

Ink: Black, Versa Mark 

Accessories:  Clearlits Scallop Rectangle, 1 1/4" & 1 3/8" Circle Punches, Black Embossing Powder, Daffodil Delight Pompom Trim, Black Chain, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Shine On (convey light)

 

Pink Vespa

 

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  On the Grow

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Patterns Love DSP

Ink:  Black, SU Markers: Pretty in Pink, Pink Pirouette, Regal Rose, Smoky Slate, Bashful Blue, Old Olive, So Saffron, Crumb Cake

Accessories:  Circle and Scallop Circle Nestabilities Dies, Scallop Border Punch, Dots Embossing Folder, Pretty in Pink Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals 

Challenge:  Hold onto Hope (handle)

 

Floating in the Pool





 



Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Sunny Fun

Paper:  Whisper White, Bashful Blue, Yoyo Yellow, Only Orange, DCWV Summer Stack

Ink: Black, Various SU Markers

Accessories:  Boho Blossoms Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, Cloudy Day Embossing Folder, White Gel Pen, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Hope Floats (something that floats)

 

Stacked Presents

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps:  Happy Moments

Paper:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery, KI Memories DSP

Ink:  Black, Pretty in Pink, Certainly Celery

Accessories:  Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots, Dimensionals

Challenge:  Stripping Down (use up strips of paper to create a background)