Art by Mi Ran - Basket of Love

Hi everyone!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Thank You or Goodbye'.   I made a card using the sweet digi Basket of Love.  She is so lovely!

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - R22, R24, R35, R46 & R59; dress - B21, B23 & B24; hearts - YR23 & YR31.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, doily, twine, Wild Orchid flowers and dies by Whinsy Stamps and Spellbinders. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month (sometimes more!), and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.   We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - January Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  

This month's image is so sweet!

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93, RV10 & R20; hair - E43, E51, E53 & E57; flowers - R21, R43, R46, RV21, RV23 & YR24; dress - YG03, YG17, YG21 & YG25.  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Webster's Pages, lace, cheesecloth, Wild Orchid flowers and Spellbinder dies.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!   Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - Leotie

Hi everyone!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Celebrations'.   I made a card using the beautiful digi Leotie. Friends of mine are getting married in the spring, and I will love to send this to them. :) 

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; flowers - Y02, Y06, Y08, RV52 & RV55; dress - RV10, RV21 & RV23.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, ribbon, lace, pearls, Wild Orchid flowers and Spellbinders dies. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month (sometimes more!), and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - December Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

This month's image is so sweet!

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93, RV10 & R20; hair - E21, E23 & E25; jacket - Y17 & Y21; pants - B91, B93. B95 & B97; scarf & balloon - B11, B15, B23 & B49.  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Doodlebug Designs, twine and Memory Box die.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Angelica

Hi everyone!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Winter Holidays or Christmas'.   I made a card using this beautiful new rubber stamp called Angelica.  Isn't she gorgeous? 

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - B23, B24, B26 & B29; dress - W0, W1, W3 & W5; bulbs/star - Y21, Y26 & Y28.  I added stickles to her trim, and WInk of Stella to her wings. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Bo Bunny, and dies. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month (sometimes more!), and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - October Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

This month's image is perfect for getting some holiday cards started:

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93, RV10 & R20; hair - Yr24, YR31 & E35; clothes/hat - R24, R35, R46, R59, G29, G43 & G46; nutcracker - E13, E15, E18, C5, C7, C9, R39, R56 & R83. I used stickles on the trim  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper/sentiment from Authentique, lace, ribbon and dies by and Spellbinders.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Party Time Patty

Hello everyone!

Today I am excited to be hosting the Art by Mi Ran Showcase Blog . I made am sharing a card I made using Party Time Patty.  Isn't she sweet?  There are so many birthdays in my family this time of year, and she is the perfect image for that! 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - BV20, BV23, BV25, BV29 & 100; clothes - RV10, RV13, RV14, RV21, TR02, YR14, YR16 & YR18; banner/balloons - RV10, RV13, RV21, BG01, BG05, BG11, E40, E47, E49, YR02, YR14, YR16 & YR18.

For the card I used cardstock from Bazzill, paper from my stash, doily, chalk,  and dies by LaLa Land Crafts and Spellbinders.

We invite you to be follower of the Art by Mi Ran blog, and would love for you to visit our Shop. 

We also have a fabulous Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group, where we offer fun monthly challenges.  Come on over, see what the Design Team is up to, chat with Mi Ran, and more!  

Thanks so much for stopping by, and have a wonderful day!

xx Bonnie

Masquerade Mandy

Hi everyone!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Fall or Halloween'.   I made a card using this beautiful new digi called Masquerade Mandy.  I really love this image!

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - BV20, BV23, BV25, BV29 & 100; dress - YR14, YR16, YR18, E40, E42, YG01, YG17 & YG25; flowers - V04, V05, V06 & V09; bubbles - BG72, BG000, BG01, B000 & BV0000.  I added Glossy Accents over the bubbles. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Doodlebug Designs, doily, cheesecloth, skull embellishment, and Wild Orchid flowers. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month (sometimes more!), and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Fairy Fiona

Happy Friday everyone! I hope you have a fun weekend planned...I sure do! Tonight I am taking my daughter to see Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas in concert.  I won the tickets!  She's definitely more excited than me, but I am so happy I can take her.  Then we have a football game on Sunday - I just love going to the Cardinals games with my husband:)

Before all of that, I would love to share a card I made for the new Anything Goes Challenge over on the Art by Mi Ran Challenge Blog.  For my DT project, I have made a card using the new rubber stamp Fairy Fiona which you can find in the Whimsy Stamps online store. Isn't she beautiful? 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - E21, E23, E29 & E37; dress - BG10, BG11, BG15, BG18 & BG23; flowers - YG01, YG17, YG23, R21, R22 & R24; wings - R000, R00. R01, R02 & Wink of Stella (clear). The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstok, paper from Prima and Graphic 45, lace, pearl brad, flowers from Wild Orchid, and punches from Recollections and Martha Stewart. 

We would love for you to join our challenge over on the Art by Mi Ran Challenge Blog!  heck out the other DT's gorgeous projects while you are there.  We also have fun challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group. If you aren't already a member, I invite you to join.  Thanks for taking a look!  I hope you have a weekend full of fun too! 

Hugs,

Bonnie  

Art by Mi Ran - September Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

This month's image is absolutely stunning: 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93, RV10 & R20; hair - Yr24, YR31,   E35 & E37; dress - R22, R24, R35, R46 & R59; flower - YR07, Y17, Y32 & Y38; scarf - B10, B11, B15, B18 & B23.  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper/sentiment from Kaiser Crafts, Wild Orchid flowers,  lace, ribbon and dies by Tim Holtz and Spellbinders.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Pencil Penny

Hi everyone!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Back to School' or 'School Colors'.   I made a card using this adorable new digi called Pencil Penny.  My kids started back at school a couple of weeks ago, so she was perfect for a card for my youngest son's teacher!

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - E08, E19, YR14 & YR18; dress - YG00, YG01, YG23, YG25 & YG17; pencil - Y21, Y26, R02, R04, E42, E43 & BV25; shoes - RV52, RV55 & RV66. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my Webster's Pages, ribbon, paper clip, Wild Orchid flowers and Spellbinders die. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month (sometimes more!), and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by MiRan - August Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

Here is the sweet image for this month:

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93, RV10 & R20; hair - Yr24, YR31,   E35 & E37; dress/hat - YR14, YR15, YR16, YR18, R20 & R22; shirt/flower - B32, B34, B37 & B39. The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper/stickers from Graphic 45, Wild Orchid flowers,  ribbon and dies by LaLa Land Crafts and Spellbinders.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Danica

Hi everyone - me again:) I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Girly'.   I made a card using this beautiful girl called Danica.  That hair, and that dress!  She was fun to color:) 

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - BV20, BV23, BV25, BV29 & 100; dress - R20, R21, R22 & R24; stars - Y21, Y26 & Y28.  I added Wink of Stella (clear) to the stars. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my My Mind's Eye, and pearls. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month, and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Dino Danny

Happy Friday!  I hope you had a great week!  Because July has an 'extra' week, we are having an extra challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The theme for this challenge is 'Anything But a Card'.   I made a flat canvas sign using  Dino Danny.  This is for my youngest son, who is also named Danny! 

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - E51, E53 & E55; dinosaur costume - YG93, YG95, YG97, G40, E42 & E43; spikes - E53, E55 & E57. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my canvas I primed it, then used stencils and modeling paste, and let that dry.  I then made some spritzes using my Copic refills, and spritzed various colors onto the canvas (making it look 'splotchy'), and let that dry.  I added cheesecloth, and the image and letters, and ribbon to hang it.  My son was very happy with it! 

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month, and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - July Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

The image this month is so beautiful! 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, RV10 & R32; hair - E23, E29 & E37; dress - W00, W1, W3, W5, BG10, BG11, BG15, BG23, R20, R22, R14 & R17; shoes - W1, W2, W3 & W5; books - E40, E42, E43, E47, YR61, YR65, YR68, BV23, BV25, BV29, BG11, BG15 & BG23.   The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Photo Play Paper, Wild Orchid flowers,  lace and Joy! Crafts die.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Celebrating Your Day

Happy Friday!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Birthday Card'.   I made a card using Celebrating Your Day. Perfect for an upcoming birthday!

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21 & R20; hair - E08, E19, YR14 & YR18; clothes - B32, B34, B39, RV000, RV52 & RV55; shoes - E13, E15 & E18; present - B00, B02, V95, V00 & white gel pen; balloon - YR23, Y21 & Y32. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, flowers from Little Birdie, and Lawn Fawn die. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month, and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - June Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

The image this month is so beautiful! 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, RV10 & RV13; hair - E23, E29 & E37; dress - G40, G43 & G46; socks - RV23 & RV25; hat/shoes - W1, W3 & W5.  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, cheesecloth, ribbon and lace.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Angel of Hearts

Happy Friday!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The optional twist this month is 'Shaped Cards'.   I made a card using Angel of Hearts. I think she is so beautiful! 

The Copics I used are skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - V04, V05, V06 & V09; dress - Y13, Y15 & Y17; hearts - BV0000, BV000, T1 & RV000; wings - RV000, RV02 & RV04. I added Wink of STella to the hearts. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Michael's, Wild Orchid flowers, and dies from Memory Box, LaLa Land Crafts and Spellbinders. I hope you like her!

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month, and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie

Art by Mi Ran - May Progressive Challenge

I hope you are all having a nice Friday!  I'm here to share a new project with you.  This one is for the new Progressive Challenge in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  Have you been playing along?  If you have, then you'll know that every month Mi Ran creates an amazing new image to use in the Progressive Challenge.  If you participated in last month's challenge, then the new image is free to you (and each month you continue to participate you will receive the next for free). If you're new to the challenge - no worries - you can buy the image for a reduced price, and if you play along in the challenge you will also receive the next one for free. It's been a very popular challenge, and we hope you will join us!  Please check out the pinned post in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group for all of the details, and where to go to buy the image.  And if you have any questions, shout them out!  We're a very friendly group:)  

The image this month is so beautiful! 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, RV10 & RV13; hair -BV20, BV23, BV25 & BV29; dress/hat - RV000, RV00, RV02, RV04, V04, V05, V06 & V09; flower - YR18, YR16, Y38 & Y17.  The image is printed on x-press paper.

For the card I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, and lace.  She was so much fun to color!  And I hope that you are playing along with our Progressive Challenge every month in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group!  And remember, it's never too late to start...you can join the challenge at any time.  Please see the pinned post for details.  Now go enjoy your day! 

xx Bonnie

Murali

Happy Friday!  I hope you had a great week!  It is time for a new Anything Goes Challenge over in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group.  The twist this month is 'Music'.   I made a card using Murali who can be found in the Whinsy Stamp Store. Isn't she lovely?

The only Copics I used are skin - E50, E51, E53, E93, R11; hair - E13, E15, E29 & E37;; dress - R11, R20, R22, R14 & R17; shoes - W0, W1 & W3; flute - C0, C1 & C3; butterflies - YR24, Y26 Y32, BG10, BG11, B0000 & B00; grass - YG21, YG23, YG25 YG17 & YG67.  I used Pebbles, Inc. chalk for the sky. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For my card I used Bazzill cardstock, kraft paper (I used a crimper on it - haven't used that tool in years!), MME paper, ribbon, cheesecloth, and dies from Lawn Fawn and LaLa Land.  

Have you played along with our challenges in the Art by Mi Ran Facebook Group? We have 2 challenges a month, and there are lots of chances to win some of Mi Ran's gorgeous digis.  We also choose Guest DT's with each of our Anything Goes challenges.  We hope to see you there!

xx Bonnie