MFP's Sketch With a Twist Challenge #99

Hi there.  I have one more post for today.  This one is for Mark's Finest Papers Sketch With a Twist.  Our challenge this week is of course a sketch and the twist is to use PAPER PIECING.

                                       


And, if you are chosen as the winner, here's the stamp you could win:
                                        



I love these cute chickens.

She definitely looks retro in this outfit.  Kinda like she should have a walk on role on the Brady Bunch.

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I hope y'all had a nice visit and will come back again.  Have a great day and God bless.

Recipe:

Image: Francis Paper Doll and Outfit from MFP

Sentiment: Francis Paper Doll

Ink: Versafine Onyx Black

Cardstock: Recollections, Gina K, Neenah

Papers: Recollections

Gems: Recollections

Tools: Fiskar's Trimmer, ATG Gun, Foam Tape, Cuttlebug, Spellbinders Classic Circles and Scalloped Petite Circles Dies

Paper A La Mode Challenge--Special Lady

Good Saturday Morning.  I am going to start something new this week.  Everyday I am going to post  trivia facts that deals with the date.  Since today is May 10th, let's see what we have:

In 1996 on May 10, the movie Twister premiered.
In 1994, Barbara Striesand begins her first concert tour in 30 years.
Also in 1994, Nelson Mandela was sworn in as the first black president in South Africa.
In 1992, Bible Land Museum opens in  Jerusalem, Israel.
In 1983, "Laverne and Shirley," last airs on ABC-TV.
In 1972, U.S. performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site.
In 1969, U.S. troop begin attack on Hill 937/Hamburger Hill.
In 1960, John F. Kennedy wins primary in West Virginia.
In 1931, Golf ball sized hail falls in Burlington, NJ
In 1924, J. Edgar Hoover is appointed head of the FBI.
In 1908, The first Mother's Day was observed.
In 1864, The Civil War Battle at Spotsylvania, VA took place.
In 1775, 2nd Continental Congress convenes in Pennsylvania and issues paper currency for 1st time.
In 1752, Benjamin Franklins 1st tests the lightning rod
In 1503, Columbus discovers the Cayman Islands
In 1497, Italian navigator, Amerigo Vespucci leaves for his first voyage to the New World.

So there you have it folks, 16 things you may not have known.  Don't you just feel a bit smarter this week.  I think I am going to make a seperate page for the trivia facts with a tab at the top of my blog.  I know alot of you only come for the artwork and I don't want to bore you to death.

So, on to the challenge.  This week our challenge is "SPECIAL LADY" and our Sponsor is Rick St. Dennis.

I love that Rick created a line of images that showcase women who aren't a size 2.  They are so fancy.

Thanks for stopping by today.  I hope y'all have a wonderful day.  Today is Kierstynne's birthday party. My baby is turning 10 years old tomorrow.  Where have these last 10 years gone?  God bless y'all.

Recipe:

Image: Rick St. Dennis' 2 Beauties

Sentiment: Desert Diva

Coloring Medium: Crayola Colored Pencils, Gamsol, Glitter Gel Pens

Cardstock: Colorbok, Darice, Neenah Solar White

Paper: DCWV

Flower: Recollections

Leaves: My Stash

Tools: Fiskar's Trimmer, ATG Gun, Foam Tape, Glossy Accents (for attaching flower)

Celebrate

Hello there.  Thanks for stopping by.  I have another card for y'all tonight.  I haven't been crafting quite as much the last couple of days. Kierstynne has been very clingy for the last few days.

This beauty is a Simply B design.  If you aren't one of her followers through her blog, email or FB, she's having one heck of a sale.  33 digis for $25.  Yep, that's right.  The sale is on until the supply runs out. Here's the link for the post on the blog.  Check it out.  I did. :)

Thanks again for stopping by tonight.  I hope y'all have a great night and God bless.

Recipe:
Image: Victorian London by Simply B
Sentiment: Fiskar's Girl's Night Out
Coloring Medium: Crayola Colored Pencils, Gamsol, BIC Markers
Card Stock: Recollections
Paper: Love You by The Paper Studio
Bling: Pearls from Queen and Co
Tools: Fiskar's Trimmer, ATG Gun, pop dots, Cutterbee Scissors

Challenges:
Simple Salutations--Put On Your Dress
Crafty Hands--Monochrome
Stella Says Sketch--#202
Sentimental Sundays--Birthday for a Special Lady
Love to Create--#101 Celebrate/Anniversary