it's Mandy's turn to choose the challenge and she's going super duper easy on all of us. She just wants to see us use either a favourite product or something from a favourite company. Can't be much easier than that!
It gave me pause for a moment, though, it did. I've got lots of favourites...so what to choose??? I decided to just go for it, and this is what happened...
Okay, so let me tell you about all the faves. First I've got a digi. Of course I have a digi. And, it's a Bugaboo Stamps digi. The first digi I ever purchased was a Bugaboo digi. And they're still awesome. I've coloured this fantastic chick with my Prismacolor pencils, of course. Really what else would I use? (No, seriously, what else would I use? Nothing else, I tell ya, coz I'm pants at using anything else to colour. Not that I mind. I love me my Prismas.) I've also got some colourful patterned paper, coz I also love me some patterned paper. And, I've got seam binding, coz it's so much easier to work with than ribbon. And a button, coz buttons are cool.
Now, I've got to talk about my newest favourite thing. Stitched dies. Specifically stitched shaped dies. O. M. G. They are the best things ever. So handy, so awesome. My sewing machine is over in the corner sniffling and boo-hooing because it's feeling so neglected. And I don't even care. (Okay, I care a little bit. Even though it's an inanimate object so it doesn't have feelings, and, of course, can't snuff or whine, I do feel a bit bad thinking that if it did have feelings it would, indeed, feel neglected and sad. I just turned to it and promised that I would use it on the next shabby chic card I make. Now we both feel better. Just nobody tell it that I almost never make shabby chic cards, okay?)
And, to bring it all home, I made this card for one of my favourite people's birthday. She has chickens so it's pretty fitting. I can actually hear her saying, "Aw, Jan Jan, I love it!" (Yes, she's one of those amazing people who can get away with calling people by not-quite their names. She's also one of those people who can get away with hugging anyone...even the staunchest non-huggers will open their arms for her.)
Welp, I think I've got this challenge well covered. Bet you could do the same. So, head on over to Little Red Wagon and link up. And, while you're there, be sure to check out the wonderful projects the other Girlfriends have created.
Also for:
Aurora Wings: fur & feathers
Pile It On: primary colours & something that begins with S - seam binding
QKR: down on the farm
Glitter n Sparkle: things with wings
Bugaboo Crafty Challenge: use a Bugaboo image

LOVE your card AND your post! Still giggling and your sentiment is something I say all the time. Such a fun card and I love all of your faves. Thanks so much for joining us at Aurora Wings. xxD
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun card! Your papers are perfect behind your digi chick! I'm sure your friend will love it indeed!
ReplyDeletePS Your post made me laugh. Thanks for that. :)
Love your card Jan!! That digi image is so cute!! I so need to learn how to use prismas like you :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute card. Thank you for Joining us at Glitter'N'Sparkle and waiting to see next time.
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Meena
Glitter'N'Sparkle DT
This is perfect for our 'down on the farm' challenge! I love the chicken and that background paper. Fantastic! Thanks for joining us this week at QKR Stampede. Julie, DT member
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with this darling image! How cute! Thanks for joining our weekly challenge at QKR Stampede!
ReplyDeleteToo cute - love the patterned paper to match the image! Thanks so much for joining us this time at the Pile it On Challenge, Elizabeth (DT)
ReplyDeletePefect 'favorite' card!!! Love everything about it and what awesome paper. Where in the heck did you get that?!
ReplyDeleteI can't remember where I picked it up (definitely a sign of owning too many 6x6 paper pads) but it's Authentique's Homestead. :-)
DeleteJan, this is too cute and so "you" with your faves. I am sure your friend loved it! Hugs (yep, I am a hugger too LOL!)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post, I think it's my favorite post you've ever done and that card is definitely one of my favorite cards you've ever done...looking forward to your next one=]
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Bugaboo stamps, and I LOVE your card!
ReplyDeleteYou're amazing with those Prismas. I love Bugaboo and have a bazillion, including this hen. They make me happy! Such cute papers. I love all the other things you mentioned, too.
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