Hello Friends! It’s Day 12 of the coloring challenge which brings a big blog hop and giveaways. Woo Hoo! I am grateful to add extra fun to our blog hop…there is a prize! Paper Smooches images make me smile; they are filled with whimsy. The sentiments are fun fonts, sometimes mixing bolded words. Simply put, I love them! You could win a $25 gift code to use at the Paper Smooches online store.
If you are new to the coloring challenge I have more information on the bottom of my post .
When I say I am excited that Kim has released these new stamps and dies … that’s an understatement. For the past year Kim was working on her store in AZ that’s amazing. I was lucky enough to take my Road Trip to the store last year. I was blown away and I can’t wait to go back!! Now that the store has had it’s first BD Kim is designing again. Woo Hoooo!!
I am thrilled to be able to share with you that Paper Smooches has a new stamp set and FOUR new dies! They will be available to purchase on February 14th (10am Central time zone).
To start at the beginning of the hop click here. If you are coming from Karin’s blog you are in the right place. Ahhh Karin is so talented!!
Well my stamps didn’t arrive in time but, the die cuts did. I used up some of my wood veneer envelops to die cut the scalloped circle die cut. I glued to layers of white fun foam on the back of the wood veneer to pop it up.
I had my cards panels ready for when the postman might deliver my stamps but, alas … he arrived empty handed. Notice the irregular scallop on the circle? Love it! There is a collection of banners released and you can see them all in the Paper Smooches store.
This stamp set called, “Garden Greetings” was on my “must color list” so today was perfect to ink it up.
I did some quick coloring with my Copic markers and then refined the lines and added debth & accents with some SHARP pencils. Yesterday I shared some pencil tips. Some of you asked my favorite pencil sharpener and I like this one. Still looking for a favorite tho.
Adding some white with a gel pen on the finished letters is easy.
Here are the details for the GIVEAWAY:
- Leave a comment on any of the blogs listed below (you do not need to comment on all blogs to qualify but it will increase your chances of winning)
- FOUR winners will be chosen at RANDOM from any of the design team blogs and the PS Blog to win the $25 prize
- Deadline: You have until midnight Central time on February 14th to leave a comment.
- Please check the Paper Smooches blog on February 15th to see if you are one of the FOUR lucky winners.
Ways to increase your chances of winning:
- Tell us that you Facebooked about the blog hop. Click “Like” the Paper Smooches Facebook page.
- Tell us that you Tweeted about the hop (follow Paper Smooches on Twitter.)
- Share the blog hop on Instagram @papersmooches.
- Tell us that you posted on your blog about the blog hop (which means that you have up to four extra chances to win on each blog).
Your next stop on the hop is Kelly Booth’s blog. She is a coloring master!
Thank you for your visit today it’s always so appreciated. If you are enjoying my coloring challenge, you might be interested to know that Paper Smooches offers up a fun challenge each month on the Paper Smooches blog. If you are new to my coloring challenge, you can join in any time and there is never any pressure “to catch up” if life gets in the way and you are not able to join in each day. Have a great day, Kathy
Here is the full hop list and if you encounter a broken link please come back here to get to the next blog.
The Daily Marker 30 Day Coloring Challenge is open to anyone.
The premise of “The Daily Marker 30 Day Coloring Challenge” is to color something everyday even if it’s for five minutes. (However feel free to jump in or out as time permits). Any coloring medium is welcomed. Click here for DAY 1. TO UPLOAD YOUR COLORING on my blog or here on Instagram or here on Facebook (it’s a closed group). Please remember to use the hashtag #thedailymarker30day and for kids & young adults #thedailymarker30daykids
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Kelly says
LOVE LOVE :PVE….so Pretty Friend!!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, sweet Kelly! You are the best 🙂
Heidi Macy says
Such a cool project with the wood veneer!
Kathy Racoosin says
Glad you like it, Heidi! Thank you 🙂
barbara lassiter says
The wood veneer background is perfect for this and the irregular scallop is so clever. Happy to see your creation and to know Kim is designing again.
Kathy Racoosin says
I appreciate your lovely comment, Barbara! I am thrilled that Kim is designing too 🙂
Sarah says
great Copic skills and love the color choices!
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, you are so kind, Sarah! You brightened my day 🙂
Mirella Rogan says
This is so absolutely wonderful, Kathy! Love everything about your card – from the paper choices, to the colour choices, and of course your fab colouring, too!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you so much, Mirella! I am grateful for your sweet compliments 🙂
Denise Bryant says
I love the way you colored the Garden Greetings design! Darling card!
Kathy Racoosin says
That is so kind, Denise! You made my day 🙂
Jean Chaney says
I am also soooo happy to see Kim back to designing her adorable critters and useful and fun die cuts, Kathy. Too bad you didn’t get your stamps in time, but anything that Kim designed in fun to color!
Kathy Racoosin says
You are so right, Jean! Kim is a fabulous designer. Thank you for stopping by my blog 🙂
Kelsey Thomas says
Love your coloring. 🙂
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Kelsey! You are so kind 🙂
Jo-Anne says
This is my first visit to your blog and wow! I love your work! I’ve bookmarked it and will be visiting again. I’m going to check out your videos.
Kathy Racoosin says
Nice to “meet” you, Jo-Anne! You are so sweet to bookmark my blog 🙂
Connie says
I. love. your. color. blending! I also love to play in the dirt 🙂 You have a winning combination there! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, Connie, you are so thoughtful! You make my heart smile 🙂
Jill W. says
So unique and with amazing coloring!
Kathy Racoosin says
Your kindness makes me smile, Jill! Thank you 🙂
Tracy says
This is so fun! I would have never thought to cut wood veneer like that.
Kathy Racoosin says
I am so happy you like my use of veneer! Thank you for leaving such a sweet comment, Tracy 🙂
Karen Page says
Love the look of the wood veneer!!! Shame the PS stamps didn’t come in time for the hop but hoping to see you use them when you get them!
Kathy Racoosin says
I am so glad you like my use of wood veneer, Karen! I am sure I will be using the PS stamps in the near future 🙂
GabriellaB says
I love the way you mixed colors
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Gabriella! You are so kind 🙂
Rhonda says
So exciting that she’s designing again! I wondered what happened to them! (I knew they had a new store and just thought they were going a new direction – so glad they’re back!)
Kathy Racoosin says
I am super happy about it too, Rhonda! I adore PS stamps 🙂
Dee Earnshaw says
stunning coloring as usual – you have an amazing talent:)
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, Dee, you are so very thoughtful! Thank you so much 🙂
Denaha J Doss says
Love that Garden Greetings. So colorful and cheerful! As always, great job! TFS!
Kathy Racoosin says
I appreciate your kind words, Denaha! I am so glad you like my project 🙂
Becca Yahrling says
I love shaped cards. And all the fun images and your coloring make this a spectacular card.
Kathy Racoosin says
Awwww, Becca, you are so very kind! You make my heart smile 🙂
LaurieJ says
Absolutely beautiful coloring – you are so talented! I love those new Flaunters dies.
Kathy Racoosin says
What a lovely compliment, Laurie! You are so thoughtful 🙂
MandaLJ says
I love the wood veneer backgrounds! Your colouring is inspiring as always – beautiful card!
Kathy Racoosin says
Manda, I really like the veneer too! I appreciate your kind words 🙂
Brenda Simpson says
Kathy, I always look forward to your projects with all the color shading and blending! And how you fill the nooks & crannies! The vases and flowers are gorgeous. Simply beautiful!
Kathy Racoosin says
Brenda, I am so grateful for your thoughtful comment! I am grinning ear-to-ear 🙂
Hetty Sanders says
What a special card! And of course beautiful coloring.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Hetty! You are so very kind 🙂
Angie Cammack says
Such a darling idea! I’m with you; sooo happy that Kim is back!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Angie! I am thrilled that Kim is back too 🙂
Lisa Petrella says
The wood veneer makes such a fabulous backdrop for your beautifully colored letters/plants 🙂
Kathy Racoosin says
What a lovely comment, Lisa! You made my heart smile 🙂
Tammy L says
Wow, I really love the circular card and the image really goes well with the woodgrain background! Nicely done! TFS!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Tammy! I am thrilled that you like my project so much 🙂
Dana M says
Oh what an amazing project! Gorgeous woodgrain and I love the irregular scallops. Stunning coloring as always.
Kathy Racoosin says
You are so very kind, Dana! You are the sweetest 🙂
Lindarub says
Beautiful card love the coloring and idea of using wood.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Linda! I appreciate your stopping by my blog 🙂
Denise F. says
This new die set is a must have. Great card!
Kathy Racoosin says
I agree, Denise! So much fun to use. Thank you for your kind words 🙂
Carla Hundley says
Looks so pretty
and love the wood.
Carla from Utah
Kathy Racoosin says
I appreciate your sweet comment, Carla! Thank you 🙂
Kathy Schweinfurth says
Wow – your project is just STUNNING!
Kathy Racoosin says
Awwww, thank you so much, Kathy! You are so kind 🙂
Mary-Anne V says
What a very pretty image you colored. I love this scalloped Circle and to tell you the truth I miss the fact at the beginning that the scallops are different sizes and frequency. Very unique.
Kathy Racoosin says
You are very kind, Mary-Anne! I love the wonky scallops too 🙂
Meghan Kennihan says
JUST AMAZING COLORING! I LOVE PS! So happy they are back in action!
Kathy Racoosin says
You are so very kind, Meghan! I am over the moon that PS is back in action too 🙂
Gwen says
Love your coloring and Paper Smooches! Glad she is back!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Meghan! I am glad Kim is back too 🙂
Monica Linerode says
Love the new stamp set with your beautiful colors.
Kathy Racoosin says
You are so sweet to say so, Monica! Thank you 🙂
Cathy Lillie says
What a creative card! Die cutting the wood veneer with the scalloped circle is so cool. Your coloring is amazing on that cute image!
Kathy Racoosin says
You made my day, Cathy! Thank you so much for your lovely comment 🙂
Mary Borg says
love your card, so unique and very creative
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Mary! I am happy that you like it 🙂
Billie A says
Love the LOVE images and your beautiful coloring. I like the circle scallop die and papers. You always have the best color choices.
Kathy Racoosin says
Your kindness makes my heart happy, Billie! Thank you so much 🙂
amy tsuruta says
This is gorgeous!!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Amy! You are so kind 🙂
Arianna Barbara says
1. Wow! Wow! Wow! Awesome project!!! Love it so much Kathy!!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Arianna! I am so happy that you like my project 🙂
Arianna Barbara says
2. Just shared on Facebook about the blog hop right now as Arianna Barbara.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you kindly, Arianna!
Arianna Barbara says
3. Just Tweeted about the blog hop as @raggiodiluce82
Kathy Racoosin says
You are the best, Arianna! I appreciate it so much 🙂
Arianna Barbara says
4. Just shared about the blog hop on IG as raggiodiluc3
Kathy Racoosin says
Seriously, Arianna, you rock!
Lisa K says
I like the new items! The wood veneer is a neat idea.
Kathy Racoosin says
Me too, Lisa! Glad you like the wood veneer 🙂
Robin Ridpath says
Great card, love the use of the wood. The white gel pen highlights really make it pop.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Robin! I am so happy that you like the wood and gel pen ideas 🙂
Jean Marmo says
Such a wonderful card!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, sweet Jean! I appreciate your kind compliment 🙂
cyndi morris says
Love this fun, colorful card. The unique style is so pretty.
Kathy Racoosin says
You are always so thoughtful, Cyndi! I appreciate your kind comments more than you know 🙂
Niki says
You’re coloring is just stunning! Tfs!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Niki! You are so sweet to say so 🙂
Linda M. says
Wow, love your work!
Kathy Racoosin says
That is so kind, Linda! Thank you 🙂
Teresa Doyle says
Ooooh, I am loving those dies. The irregular scallops are different, ♥ that and I also love the banner die. Kathy I love how you Copic colour and then do the detail work with the pencils, it really does add so much to the finished ‘product’.
Kathy Racoosin says
You always leave the loveliest of comments, Teresa! I appreciate your thoughtfulness more than you know 🙂
Karen Baugh says
What a gorgeous project!
Kathy Racoosin says
That is so nice of you to say, Karen! I am thrilled that you like my project 🙂
Bette says
Really cute circle frame. Love how you whimsically colored the love vases, flowers and cactus!
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, what a sweet thing to say, Bette! Thank you so much 🙂
Dot Freel says
I totally love the irregular scallop on the flower also! That would be a keepsake forever. Love it so much!
Kathy Racoosin says
Awwww, Dot, you are the best! You make my heart smile 🙂
Maureen Reiss says
I love this!!!! Amazing coloring!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, sweet Maureen! You always brighten my day with your kind words 🙂
Leanne S says
Fabulous coloring!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Leanne! I am so glad you like my coloring 🙂
Julie S says
Awesome! You’re making me want to go color something. 🙂
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Julie! Yes, go color something!!! You deserve some happy calm “me” time 🙂
Pam says
I LOVE THEM (ACTUALLT I ADORE THEM,!)
Kathy Racoosin says
Your comment has me grinning ear-to-ear, Pam! Thank you for the smile 🙂
Janet Durbin says
This is amazing!
Kathy Racoosin says
You are so kind to say so, Janet! Thank you 🙂
susie sonnier says
Retro Man!
Kathy Racoosin says
LOL, Susie! Thank you for stopping by my blog 🙂
Nancyk says
These stamps are just adorable!
Kathy Racoosin says
Glad you like them, Nancy! Thank you for stopping by my blog 🙂
Stephanie Z says
Beautifully colored LOVE card 🙂
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, you are so very sweet, Stephanie! Thank you so much 🙂
Lisa Moline says
I love the “love” Kathy! The wood veneer is a perfect background – so cool!
Kathy Racoosin says
I love your clever comment, Lisa! You are very thoughtful 🙂
Sue D says
Fabulous coloring and I like the wood veneer background.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you so much, Sue! I am so happy that you like my project 🙂
Trina P. says
Beautiful colouring as usual. Love PS and their whimsical images. x
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Trina! I adore PS too 🙂
Marisela Delgado says
FABULOUS colors, Kathy!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Marisela! Glad you like my color choices 🙂
Rebecca Ednie says
I love both of my Kum sharpeners. I have a brass one and a plastic long point two step one. They are both fabulous. I love that new die. The wonky scallops are so cute! Your colouring of the succulents is awesome.
Kathy Racoosin says
I am so happy to hear that you like your sharpeners, Rebecca! Thank you for your lovely and thoughtful compliments 🙂
Talitha Wright says
Your coloring is fantastic as always!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you so much, Talitha! I appreciate your taking the time to leave a sweet comment 🙂
FeM says
I love the colors you chose for your amazing coloring.
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Fe! You are so very sweet 🙂
janet sisk says
What a fun project! I always love seeing your coloring skills in action. Thanks for the inspiration. 😀
Kathy Racoosin says
You brightened my day, Janet! Thank you so much 🙂
Gilda says
What a fabulous, creative idea. Thanks for sharing your inspiration.
Kathy Racoosin says
Awwww, you are so very sweet , Gilda! You made my day 🙂
JanR says
This is fantastic! And your colouring is amazing!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Jan! I appreciate your lovely comment so much 🙂
Milka Gubo says
Oh WOW!!! This is STUNNING!!! Love your adorable project and coloring so much!! :o) Thank you for the inspiration. :o) xx
Kathy Racoosin says
Awww, Milka, you are so lovely to say so! It makes my heart happy to know that my project inspired you 🙂
Mel H says
Gorgeous coloring, but the wooden accents are what really make this pop for me!
Kathy Racoosin says
What a sweet thing to say, Mel! Thank you 🙂
Beverly Jordan says
Your design is gorgeous! Love the uneven scallop die cut! Paper Smooches has been one of my fav’s since years ago and own several of hers!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thanks, Beverly! I adore PS too and I am so glad Kim is designing again 🙂
Lisa Byers says
Wow, you are a coloring master!! I love to see your cards. Thank you for all the inspiration.
Kathy Racoosin says
I am grateful for your kind words, Lisa! It means more to me than you could imagine 🙂
Mary-Anne V. says
I shared on FB about the release and hop!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you so much, Mary-Anne!
Monica W says
LOVE that coloring! And the card is super cute$
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Monica! I am happy that you like my project 🙂
Mary-Anne V. says
I shared on IG about the hop and release.
Kathy Racoosin says
I appreciate it, Mary-Anne!
Kristina CraftyPaws says
Wonderful coloring as always!
Kathy Racoosin says
How very sweet of you, Kristina!Thank you so much 🙂
Gail Plaskiewicz says
Love it! Looks like wood & as usual, I love your coloring! That is so cute! I hope whoever receives it loves it as much as I do! I need to go blog hopping!
Kathy Racoosin says
You are awesome, Gail! You always brighten my day. Happy hopping 🙂
Celeste Goff says
What an amazing shaped card Kathy! Love the woodgrain and the fabulous rainbow coloring!
Kathy Racoosin says
I am so happy that you like my project, Celeste! I appreciate your taking time to leave such a lovely comment 🙂
Su says
Great colors—great design. Thanks for sharing your talents!!
Kathy Racoosin says
Thank you, Su! I am so happy that you enjoy my work 🙂