Jul 31 2009

Inkspirations Sketch Challenge # 11….

Hey there everyone,

A bit late today….no make that very late today! But better late than never right?

Just when you have your list of things to do, and planning, prepping and the like for the Stamp-a-thon, time gets away with you. I had hoped to put this post up right on time, but something cut into that time ( I will share later about that…. :( ) and then I needed to be at the hall to set everything up for the Stamp-a-thon tomorrow! Talk about busy, busy, busy.

But I can happily say that it has all come together well. The 800+ project packs are all done, the tables set, the lunches organized, and hmmmmm better not tell you too much more! *wink*

So onto the fun Inkspiration challenge for this week! We are having fun with a Sketch this week, and I think it is a fun one!

I am sure you will agree that having Nancy Riley join us as a Guest Designer for this month has been FANTABULOUS! I know I was blown away by all of her creations this past month! A very BIG thank you Nancy for your wonderful creative projects each week, we have so enjoyed having you on the team, and of course hope you had fun too!

Here is your new sketch:

Here is my Sketch sample:

 

This card is created with a brand new stamp set and DSP for Australia that is being released tomorrow in the brand new Spring Mini catalog!!! I love it, and enjoyed having a play with it.

Now be sure to check out the Design Teams creations, because they will be nothing short of amazing!

Cindy

Karen

Kirsty

Amy

Renee

Nancy - Guest designer

Want to play along? - here are some guidelines.

If you would like to play along, all you need to do is follow the directions:

1. Make your creation following the challenge ie, sketch, colour, or inspiration image.

2. Load your creation up onto your blog or a public viewing forum like Splitcoast Stampers, with a direct link back to the post on this website, so that others viewing the post will know where the challenge has come from, and it is courtesy to do so.

3. Then come back to this post so that you can add your name and link in the Mr. Linky!

You have until the Thursday the 6th August midnight to get your entries linked.

I will be annoucing the winner and honourable mention on Friday the 7th August.

I will attempt Mr Linky AGAIN, but if he still decides to stay on vacation, please just add your links in the comments section!

I haven’t managed to view all the this weeks creations because of commitments to the Stamp-a-thon, but as soon as I do, I will announce the winner and honourable mention!

I can’t wait to share with you all news of the Stamp-a-thon, and lets hope it is such a fabulous day, raising funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation!!!

Have a great weekend!

Love Keesh

49 Responses to “Inkspirations Sketch Challenge # 11….”

  1. annaon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:14 pm

    i saw this om kirsty’s blog earlier, so i’ve already made a card for it! :D strangely, i’m starting to like sketches - despite the fact that i often mutilate them beyond recognition…

  2. NANCY RILEYon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:33 pm

    Makeesha, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for the honor of being your July Guest Designer!!!! I had a blast, and thoroughly enjoyed getting better acquainted with you and your awesome design team!

  3. NANCY RILEYon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:34 pm

    btw … your card is beautiful! You made the sketch look so natural!

  4. Renéeon 31 Jul 2009 at 5:37 pm

    oooooh, you guys are getting Great Friend and the Walk in the Park DSP?! Exciting!! I LOVE that stamp set! Your card is gorgeous, Keesh!

  5. Cindy Majoron 31 Jul 2009 at 5:56 pm

    Is Nancy’s turn with us already over? Time flies too fast and I am always sad to see our guest stampers go!

    I like what you did with the new mini set. I’ve seen people stamp some pretty sensational cards with this set, so I think you made a wise investment with this one…

    Wishing you a big success with your event!

    Have a nice weekend,
    Cindy

  6. KimBon 31 Jul 2009 at 9:30 pm

    Hi Keesh,

    loved your card , the background DSP really sets off the grass and butterflies. I’m looking forward to having a go although I still haven’t got any idea where to start. Hope your Stamp a thon goes well and you have fun too!!

    Love Kim

  7. Marelle Tayloron 01 Aug 2009 at 2:33 am

    Good luck with it all Keesh. I’m sure all your hard work will reap wonderful rewards. Counting down the sleeps until IT…it’s 18 sleeps BTW, and I can’t wait to see you again!
    xoxo

  8. Carolineon 01 Aug 2009 at 3:33 am

    Wonderful card Keesh! Wishing you all the best for your stamp-a-thon - I’m sure it will be fantastic. Big Thanks for posting a sketch with all that you have going on!
    Caroline

  9. Julieon 01 Aug 2009 at 6:28 am

    Argh it bugs me when I love what I see but can’t find the right words to explain why?!?! It could be the colours and how the layout compliments them (??)……whatever it is I really REALLY think this card is just GORGEOUS!! Maybe like Nancy said, you make it look so natural :D

    Can I ask what the best way is to make those larger circles? I’ve noticed a few cards around that use the larger circle shape and I really like how it’s been used.

    Take care,
    Julie

  10. Kirsty Brownon 01 Aug 2009 at 9:22 am

    Gorgeous card Keesh! of course. I love this stamp set and I’m fairly sure this card also fails the ugly test! LOL!!
    I hope your stamp-a-thon was a huge success! I’m pretty sure it would have been!
    It will also be very sad to see Nancy go! I love every last thing Nancy makes. She has what you call the crafty touch!
    Love Kirsty

  11. Fiona Harrisonon 01 Aug 2009 at 9:47 am

    I hope your stamp-a-thon went off without a hitch & made lots of money. Good on you for doing such a great thing.

    You’re card is fab, had planned on trying that set & papers for a sketch, but not after I saw how good yours was, LOL!!!

    I’ve done a kids card instead. Wondered why it looked so ‘busy’ then realised it should’ve been a square. Oh well…
    Here’s the link http://www.inkurablekrafter.blogspot.com/2009/08/choo-choo-challenge.html

    Thanks again Keesh, hope you can have a relax tomorrow,
    Fi xox

  12. Nicole Derendorfon 01 Aug 2009 at 10:22 pm

    I got 3 of my downline over here last night and gave them all the sketch as their challenge. I’ve posted them all on my blog here:

    http://stampingdownunder.wordpress.com/2009/08/02/keeshs-sketch-challenge-4/

    I love your card, and clearly so did one of my downline as we both went for the same stamp set as you!

  13. Pamon 02 Aug 2009 at 4:27 am

    Love the card, Keesh! It’s so pretty and I’m a big fan of the stamp set plus the matching DSP. Here’s my entry for the challenge:

    http://addicted-to-ink.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspirations-sketch-challenge-11.html.

    Thanks for another fab challenge!

  14. Terese Johnstonon 02 Aug 2009 at 5:54 am

    I’ve been thinking of all you girls working at the stampathon this weekend. I hope all went well and you are not too exhausted. The Lord bless you for all your great work!
    Love and blessings Terese.

  15. Carolineon 02 Aug 2009 at 9:03 am

    Hi Keesh
    Hope all is going well for you this w/e! Here’s my attempt at your challenge: http://carolinesstamppad.blogspot.com/2009/08/sketch-challenge-and-getting-ready-for.html
    Thanks, I really enjoyed it! Also really love yours & the design team cards this week!
    Caroline

  16. Gayatri Muralion 02 Aug 2009 at 9:09 am

    Thanks for a wonderful sketch Keesh.
    Here is my take on the sketch
    http://scrapawayg3.blogspot.com/2009/08/makeesha-byls-sketch-challenge-11.html

    The DT cards were all fabulous and inspirational.Love the glitter on the butterflies on your card. Pretty!
    Have a great weekend
    Gayatri

  17. Tracey Oldon 02 Aug 2009 at 9:23 am

    Great sketch Keesh!!! And your card is fantastic love it. I hope your stamp-a-thon went well:)
    here is my card:
    http://astamperstouch.blogspot.com/2009/08/makeeshas-sketch-11.html

  18. Amy Flemingon 02 Aug 2009 at 9:59 am

    You always make sketch’s look so easy!!
    beautiful card Keesh!!
    Have a fantastic weekend
    Amy

  19. Joon 02 Aug 2009 at 11:18 am

    Keesh - where do you get all your energy from? I shake my head in amazement. Love your card and the sketch looks inspiring - may get back to you on that, ;) Jo

  20. Lee-Anneon 02 Aug 2009 at 11:42 am

    Hi Keesh

    Thanks for an amazing sketch, they are definitely my favourite inpiration challenges. I hope the stampathon went well yesterday, I look forward to hearing all about it when you have some time. Hopefully you got a chance to put your feet up and recuperate today.

    Here is my card:
    http://www.leeannebarry.com/2009/08/02/just-because/

    Enjoy your week :)
    Lee-Anne

  21. Ilse Vargason 02 Aug 2009 at 1:31 pm

    Thanks for the sketch! Have a great Sunday here… almost Monday over there :D

  22. RobbynWon 02 Aug 2009 at 2:08 pm

    Hi Keesh!
    Boy, that Mr.Linky is sure taking a looooooong vacation! Hope he’s having a fun time as he’s sure making your life difficult I am sure! ;o) Thanks for another fabby sketch, here is my card http://robbynw.blogspot.com/2009/08/spcc-8-inkspirations-sketch-challenge.html Have a great day!
    RobbynW

  23. Leahon 02 Aug 2009 at 3:01 pm

    Always love your sketches, thanks.

    http://stampinwithleah.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspirations-sketch-challenge-11.html

    Leah

  24. Zarnaon 03 Aug 2009 at 12:03 am

    Last time I tried to leave this link wordpress decided I was spam so I’ll try again!
    Beautiful sketch! I had heaps of fun with this one http://zarnasworld.blogspot.com/2009/08/makeeshas-sketch-challenge-11-thank-you.html

  25. Sharynon 03 Aug 2009 at 6:39 am

    Thanks for so much Inkspiration over the last few months, so much that I just had to try this out. I love that new Stamp set you chose. Here is my link
    http://www.lv2stampandscrap.blogspot.com

  26. Tuion 03 Aug 2009 at 6:44 am

    Hi Keesh, just wanted to say that I am a follower of your blog and love all of your creations.
    This is my first time to take part in one of your challenges and I am thrilled at my creation.
    I will be looking forward to posting my Christmas cards this year!!!

  27. Genelle Littleon 03 Aug 2009 at 8:13 am

    Hope you had a terrific Stamp-a-thon, Keesh! Would love to attend one of your events one day. I found this a challenging sketch -your sample is as gorgeous as ever! Here’s my creation:
    http://stampedecards.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-favourites-for-inspirations-sketch.html

  28. Chelleon 03 Aug 2009 at 12:02 pm

    Awesome sketch Keesh - knew what I was going to do as soon as I saw it! I love your card and all it’s elements & colours. Thanks for the inspiration!!

    http://chellecrafts.wordpress.com/2009/08/03/keeshs-sketch-11/

  29. Chelleon 03 Aug 2009 at 12:44 pm

    Keesh - forgot to say that I hope that the Stamp-a-Thon all went well without any hitches!

  30. Nicki Turneron 03 Aug 2009 at 2:08 pm

    Another awesome challenge for us to play with Keesh! I hope the stamp-a-thon was super successful and raised a packet of money for Breast Cancer Research.

    Here is my entry for this weeks challange;

    http://createwithnicki.wordpress.com/2009/08/03/keeshs-sketch-challenge/

    Enjoy relaxing and finishing up your book and I’m looking forward to hearing all about the weekend when you are all rested up :)

  31. Carrie Gaskinon 03 Aug 2009 at 8:38 pm

    Got it done before I leave for Convention - whew! Not your typical holiday card, I know. Great sketch and thanks for the challenge!

    http://artisticavenger.wordpress.com/2009/08/03/holiday-hullaballoo/

  32. Deb Darbyon 04 Aug 2009 at 3:40 am

    Wow Keesh you are one busy lady.
    Glad the Stamp-A-Thon went well.
    I decided not to do a square card so I hope that’s ok.
    Thanks again for a great sketch.

    http://debdarby.wordpress.com/2009/08/04/inkspirations-sketch-challenge-11/

  33. Mandy Schilleron 04 Aug 2009 at 4:08 am

    Hey Keesh!

    Thanks for this weeks sketch it is fantastic, I love it! I will probably be back because I have loads of ideas floating around in my head. But here is the link

    http://mandyschiller.blogspot.com/2009/08/keeshs-sketch-challenge.html

    Thanks heaps
    Take Care
    Mandyxx

  34. Shelley Stewarton 04 Aug 2009 at 8:52 am

    Hey Keesh!

    Loved the sketch, come check out what I came up with!

    http://stampin-shellz.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspirations-11.html

  35. Helen Dudleyon 04 Aug 2009 at 11:36 am

    Hey Keesh, you scared me with this sketch, but I’ve managed to put something together. Thanks for all your time putting these challenges together for us. Helen xx
    http://chooksscrap.blogspot.com/2009/08/makeeshas-sketch-challenge-11.html

  36. Silke Ledlowon 04 Aug 2009 at 1:56 pm

    Wonderful Sketch!!! I had fun creating my card!!!

    http://silkeledlow.blogspot.com/2009/08/flourishes-timeless-tuesday-and-fs130.html

    Have a great week!!! Hugs ~S~

  37. Tamaraon 04 Aug 2009 at 11:02 pm

    Love Love Love your sketches. Thanks heaps. Here’s my sample.

    http://passionatetostamp.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspirations-sketch-challenge-11.html

    Have a great day!

  38. Kelly Sawtellon 05 Aug 2009 at 3:16 am

    Hi Keesh

    Congrats on the success of your Stamp-a-thon day. Well done for raising all that money for such a GREAT cause. Sounds like you and your team did a TERRIFIC job. Here is my entry for this weeks challenge, I really liked the sketch and hope to enter a scrappage too! Thanks again for all your challenges. Kel
    http://createwithkel.blogspot.com/2009/08/keeshs-sketch-challenge-11.html

  39. Jenny H.on 05 Aug 2009 at 4:08 am

    Hi Keesh,
    Thanks for a great sketch. I had fun working with it!!!
    Here is my attempt.
    http://www.astampingjourney.wordpress.com
    Have a good day,
    Jenny.

  40. Jenny H.on 05 Aug 2009 at 4:30 am

    Sorry!!!! Here is the direct link to the challenge. It might make it easier than scrolling through everything.
    Have a good day,
    Jenny.
    http://astampingjourney.wordpress.com/2009/08/05/keeshs-sketch-challenge-11/

  41. KimBon 05 Aug 2009 at 8:45 am

    HI Keesh,

    well we are all recovering again from the latest lurgy but working on this challenge was theraputic. But then it was a great sketch to work with!! Looking forward to hearing more about how your stamp-a-thon went.

    here’s my card…

    http://kimsstampingspot.blogspot.com/2009/08/zoom-zoom-zoom-were-going-to-moon.html

    Love Kim

  42. Rachel Jacksonon 05 Aug 2009 at 9:49 pm

    I love you card, beautiful. Here’s mine, not too happy with it.

    http://havefunstamping.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspiration-challenge-11.html

    Thanks
    Rach:)

  43. Jaydeeon 06 Aug 2009 at 1:05 am

    G’Day Makeesha
    thanks for this great sketch. I couldn’t find Mr Linky, so here’s the direct link to my submission. Great cards, everyone!
    http://www.jaydeestamping.com/weblog/2009/08/a-happy-heart-.html
    Thanks, Jaydee

  44. Sueon 06 Aug 2009 at 1:20 am

    lovely card Keesh - have been trying to get this to work this way -dont know if im there yet

    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1437478?&cat=500&ppuser=222843

  45. Mandy Schilleron 06 Aug 2009 at 11:51 am

    Hey Keesh

    I loved this sketch so much I had another couple of gos at it….

    http://mandyschiller.blogspot.com/2009/08/i-enjoyed-keeshs-challenge-so-much-that.html

    thanks heaps
    Mandyxx

  46. Susan Joyceon 06 Aug 2009 at 12:45 pm

    Hi Makeesha, Looks like you had a fabulous workshop for the Breat Cancer Day and congratulations to you all for the amount of money raised.

    Just scraping in with my card for the sketch this week. Cheers
    http://catsinkcorporated.blogspot.com/2009/08/inkspirations-sketch-challenge-11.html

  47. Natashaon 06 Aug 2009 at 1:11 pm

    Lucky Mr Linky - still on holiday!

    Here;s my card this week:
    http://natashamurraystamping.blogspot.com/2009/08/curtai.html

    Thanks for another great sketch!
    Cheers,
    Natasha

  48. Tinaon 07 Aug 2009 at 5:52 am

    I tried to link my card earlier today (thurs.), but it wouldn’t go through. So, I e-mailed a jpeg to you, but here it is anyway. http://mypaperartz.blogspot.com/2009/08/gone-fishin.html.

  49. Lilyon 07 Aug 2009 at 1:24 pm

    Hi~~is my card~
    http://tw.myblog.yahoo.com/leonting/article?mid=41443&prev=-1&next=41404
    ^^

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