A BLACK SWAN by DT Agnieszka Bellaidea, the very last project...

Hi!
With the end of the year it's time to show you my very last one project made for Berry 71 Bleu with lovely papers from our sponsor, UHK Gallery from Poland.
I made a page about Christmas before - you can see another page with UHK for Berry 71 Bleu HERE , you can also find there all info about a challenge and sponsors.

This time I used beautiful tag from Marivic to create a page about a girl who used to dance! The Black Swan.

I used several masks and stencils with gesso from 13 arts.

All flowers, lace, buttons etc are from Marvic's shop, Zeus and Zoe

Thank you so much Marivic for several years of fun and cooperation!
Let's stay in touch!
I will miss your beautiful tags a lot :)

December projects from Marivic

Hello!! Merry Christmas! Just want to quickly share with you projects I made using our sponsor, UHK Papers. The first page, I used the challenge theme this month.

This paper is from UHK Fruits of the Forest Collection. Using a photo of my daughter, who brings me joy....All my children brings me joy and I'm so grateful that they are in my life. Everything I do, I do for them.

Next page, I also used one of the UHK paper as the background. The colors are in the plum hues so I thought I'd use the traditional red and green X-mas colors and a splash of pink.

Last page...I made especially for my dear friend Agnieszka (Bellaidea). I want to thank her for everything she's done for me and our team. She's been a part of our team for 2 years. I consider her one of my (few) good friends in this "scrapping" world. I've seen her achieve in so many ways and I am very happy for her. Through these times, she stood by me and has remained a great friend...a friend that never judge and always help whenever needed.

So..Thank you Agnieszka....Your friendship means a lot to me...

And thank you to the rest of my designers who's talents are unmeasurable. They've created so many amazing projects for Berry71bleu and had shared their creativity with all of us.

Thank you to all our 2013 Guest Designers..Always a great pleasure to work with!

Thank you and Happy Holidays to all of you!!

I will see you all next year with our new DT Members!

More information on our challenge below.

Here are all the challenge details:
We have a two-part challenge this month. This time of year is perfect to reflect on the past and to look forward to what is yet to come. It's a season for being thankful, to surround yourself with loved ones and to enjoy the simple pleasures life has to offer.

Many call this the "most joyous time of the year." With this in mind, the December challenge is simply: Joy. What brings you Joy? What always puts a smile on your face? Joy can be interpreted in many ways. Think about what person, place, activity, pet, hobby or simple pleasure gives you joy. This can be anything--that first warm cup of morning coffee, reading your favorite book, your family, your dog cuddling up next to you! Think outside of the box.

The second part of this challenge is that you must include journaling. Your journaling must be at least 3 sentences or more. Jotting down places and dates do not count. Document your thoughts and explain why the subject you chose to scrap brings you joy.

Here's the challenge board to bring you some inspiration.

Main Prize:

Liquitex Paint Marker Set

Choice of 3 13arts Chipboard/Stencil Designs

Random Prize:

The Random Winner will receive a Hot & Cold paper pack from UHK

Sponsors:  

 

Liquitex

Liquitex offers the widest spectrum of vibrant intense acrylic paints, acrylic mediums and art supplies that enable you to bring your creative vision to life. The possibilities to expand your creativity are endless with their innovative toolbox. Liquitex was the first water-based acrylic paint created in 1955 and since then has partnered with artists to ensure that they continually evolve and innovate – resulting in a long history of acrylic innovation. Today, Liquitex offers the largest array of vibrant acrylic paints, mediums and tools to enable acrylic artists to continually explore their art and take it to new and unprecedented boundaries. Their innovative drive, creative passion and intense desire to share the joys of artistic expression through unparalleled education and community outreach programs, has ensured that Liquitex will continue to be a strong partner in helping artists explore their art for decades to come.

13arts

13arts is a Polish scrapbooking paper and artistic media manufacturer.

A Polish paper company producing beautiful scrapbook and crafting papers.

A special thanks to UHK Gallery for sponsoring the Design Team this month!

Please note that if the winner(s) of this challenge are international they will be responsible for shipping costs.

Make sure you follow our CHALLENGE RULES.

Thank you and we hope to see your beautiful creations this month!

WIGILIA by DT Agnieszka Bellaidea - UHK - 13 arts - Wycinanka

Hi!
It's Bellaidea today with my last project for Berry 71 Bleu. This month we have a great challenge , it's all about JOY!
I made a project about the day I was always waiting for when I was a child. Better then Birthday and first day  of Summer together. Magical family time. Wigilia. What a joy!

Since it's my last time I have a chance to do it here I would like to thank Marivic for last couple years we spent together here , for all fun and cooperation. I would like to wish all of you Merry Christmas too!

To create my page I used lovely papers from our sponsor, UHK, thank you again!

My tag was made by Marivic and you know by now you can get them in her shop too!

All chipboards from Wycinanka - our ex-sponsors!

Main Prize:

Liquitex Paint Marker Set

Choice of 3 13arts Chipboard/Stencil Designs

Random Prize:

The Random Winner will receive a Hot & Cold paper pack from UHK.

Sponsors:  

Liquitex

Liquitex offers the widest spectrum of vibrant intense acrylic paints, acrylic mediums and art supplies that enable you to bring your creative vision to life. The possibilities to expand your creativity are endless with their innovative toolbox. Liquitex was the first water-based acrylic paint created in 1955 and since then has partnered with artists to ensure that they continually evolve and innovate – resulting in a long history of acrylic innovation. Today, Liquitex offers the largest array of vibrant acrylic paints, mediums and tools to enable acrylic artists to continually explore their art and take it to new and unprecedented boundaries. Their innovative drive, creative passion and intense desire to share the joys of artistic expression through unparalleled education and community outreach programs, has ensured that Liquitex will continue to be a strong partner in helping artists explore their art for decades to come.

13arts

13arts is a Polish scrapbooking paper and artistic media manufacturer.

A Polish paper company producing beautiful scrapbook and crafting papers.

A special thanks to UHK Gallery for sponsoring the Design Team this month!

Please note that if the winner(s) of this challenge are international they will be responsible for shipping costs.

Make sure you follow our CHALLENGE RULES.

Thank you and we hope to see your beautiful creations this month!

LOVABLE by Agnieszka Bellaidea

Hi!
This month we have a new challenge at Berry 71 Bleu  and I hope you will like it and join in!
DT had a chance to work with different collections from 7 Dots Studio and this is my page:

Some changes are beautiful even if we think they happend too fast...
I look at my little girl and every month I can see a change..

I made several flowers to match colors from her dress.

I used one of Marivic's beautiful tags too.
I had my fun with gesso and several stencils too.
Thank you so much for looking!

Did you see  our sponsors for this month? A big thank you  to Liquitex, Frog Dog Studio, Maja Design and 7 Dots Studio for their generous contributions! Play along with us this month for your chance to win one of these fantastic prize packages!

Main Prize:
Liquitex Prize Package

Acrylic Mediums

Adult Size Liquitex Apron

Random Prize:

Sponsors: 

 

Liquitex

Liquitex offers the widest spectrum of vibrant intense acrylic paints, acrylic mediums and art supplies that enable you to bring your creative vision to life. The possibilities to expand your creativity are endless with their innovative toolbox. Liquitex was the first water-based acrylic paint created in 1955 and since then has partnered with artists to ensure that they continually evolve and innovate – resulting in a long history of acrylic innovation. Today, Liquitex offers the largest array of vibrant acrylic paints, mediums and tools to enable acrylic artists to continually explore their art and take it to new and unprecedented boundaries. Their innovative drive, creative passion and intense desire to share the joys of artistic expression through unparalleled education and community outreach programs, has ensured that Liquitex will continue to be a strong partner in helping artists explore their art for decades to come.

Frog Dog Studio

Frog Dog Studio is a monthly Mixed Media kit club. We have a talented team of designers who will share video and photo tutorials on how to make kit projects and use kit supplies, in easy, fun, and creative ways. We pride ourselves on making the world Mixed Media friendly and want to share our excitement and passion for creating art with our subscribers. We believe that Mixed Media is the window to the soul, and embrace individualism, and self expression. Getting our hands messy with paint, ink, and glue is a natural part of our lives.

www.majadesign.nu

Maja Design Corp is based in Uddevalla, Sweden. We are dedicated to create unique and high quality vintage inspired patterned paper for scrapbooking and crafts. Maja Design was founded in November 2007, and since then, have grown to supply over 70 retailers in Sweden and 90 all over the world. Founder Marie Jansson says: "In the fall of 2004, a dear friend asked me to join her to a scrapbooking course. From that moment, I became totally amazed and thrilled by all the beautiful papers and decorations in the art of scrapbooking. After some time as a captivated scrapper, I got curious to create my own patterns. I have always had a devotion for color and form. I had access to great printing facility, as I worked at a printers office. Since 2007, I have been blessed to be able to work with my great passion - to design and create colored coordinated paper." 

Our Design Team sponsor this month is 7 Dots Studio. We'll be sharing our work on the 7 Dots Studio Blog this month, so be sure to stop by for a visit!

We are a team of creative women who cannot image their world without paper, glue and the creative process. Scrapbooking is our passion and we love to share our passion with other scrapbookers. For this reason, 7 Dots Studio exists. The quality of our products is our top priority. Our collections are made from thick (250gsm), acid-free, lignin-free, archival scrapbooking paper. We also offer high quality cardstock stickers.

Please note that if the winner(s) of this challenge are international they will be responsible for shipping costs.

Make sure you follow our CHALLENGE RULES.

QUEEN OF HEARTS by Agnieszka Bellaidea

Hi!
It's Bellaidea today with a new Autumn project.
Did you joined already our challenge in October?
You still have some time for it!
I was working with a Gelli plate from our sponsor /thank you again! / and Papercraft Scandinavia /Inkido papers /our EX-sponsor :) /.

I am not a big fan of Autumn colors / me and orange... but I love gold so I mixed a little paint from Speedball Art Products Company, mists, gesso, inks etc..
I deffinitly got inspired my our Board!

I know... I did it for the first time and ...I like it!
I can only hope you don't think I did something wrong ...:)
Marivic's tag has a two parts now .

Thank you so much for looking and see you next month, my November projects is ready but need to wait several weeks now :)

As always, make sure you review our challenge rules.  

First Prize:

Random Prizes:

 6x6 Gelli Arts Gel Printing Plate

You will get 2 tubes of Green and Blue Speedball paint.

Main Sponsors:  

Speedball Art Products Company

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A special thanks to Speedball Art Products and  Gelli Arts for supplying the Design Team with Gelli Arts Gel Printing Plates and Speedball Block Printing Paints.

We love gelatin printing and we've developed a better way to do it!

Our Gel Printing Plate looks and feels like gelatin, but is durable, reusable and stores at room temperature. It's easy to clean and always ready for printing. Monoprinting on a Gelli plate is simple and fun. The gratification is immediate, and the prints are too cool!