I LOVE PROMARKERS & OTHER MEDIUMS
Welcome back to I Love ProMarkers & Other Mediums and to Challenge #604. This fortnight our theme is Cute & Whimsical or anything goes, and we are really looking forward to seeing the gallery filled with fun, cheerful creations.
This theme is perfect for adorable characters, playful scenes, and lighthearted designs. You might choose soft pastel palettes, bright and bold colours, sparkly embellishments, or sweet floral elements. From charming animals to whimsical fairies, there are so many ways to bring this theme to life.
Whether you enjoy clean and simple layouts or layered designs full of detail, we cannot wait to see how you interpret Cute & Whimsical and share your creativity with us.
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We are delighted to be sponsored by Di’s Digi Stamps, whose wonderful digital images are perfect for colouring and crafting.
The lucky winner of challenge #604 will receive $6 to spend on digital images from the shop.
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✨ Ways to Enter ✨
Although our challenge has always centred around blog entries, we are embracing the wider crafting community and the places you now share your work. Entries are welcome from TikTok and Instagram, alongside traditional blog posts. However you choose to create and share, we would love to see it.
Full instructions on how to submit TikTok and Instagram links can be found further down in this post, so please make sure you read them carefully before entering. We’re really excited to open things up and can’t wait to see even more of your wonderful creativity.
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We are delighted to announce that the lucky winner of the #604 is No 6 Rachael
Congratulations.
Rachael has created a striking and vibrant card featuring a beautifully coloured floral character as the focal point. The image has been coloured with rich, bold tones, with the deep purples and warm yellows creating a stunning contrast that immediately draws the eye.
Careful blending throughout the dress and flowers adds depth and dimension, while the soft shading in the skin tones gives the character a lovely polished finish. The colour palette has been thoughtfully chosen and carried across the entire design, creating a cohesive and balanced look.
The mixed media style background adds interest and texture, with splatters, stamping, and layered details enhancing the focal image without overpowering it. The black framing helps define the design and makes the colours pop even more.
A beautiful and eye catching creation with wonderful colouring and a perfectly balanced layout.
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Please grab your winner badge from the sidebar and contact us to claim your prize.
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🌟 Our Top Three
In no particular order:
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No 5 Urska
Urska has created a bright and cheerful card featuring a sweet character image as the focal point. The image has been beautifully coloured in soft tones, with the yellow dress standing out and tying perfectly into the overall colour scheme of the design.
The layered panels and coordinated patterned papers create a balanced layout, while the green matting helps frame each section and draw the eye toward the centre. The oval die cut adds depth and dimension, allowing the focal image to stand out.
The addition of dimensional flowers and pearl embellishments brings texture and detail to the card, complementing the soft, fresh palette. The sentiment panels have been thoughtfully arranged to complete the design and give it a polished finish.
A lovely, well balanced card with soft colouring and beautifully coordinated layers.
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No 7 Kitty
Kitty has created a bright and cheerful circular card featuring an adorable gnome couple as the focal point. The image has been beautifully coloured in soft, coordinated tones, with the pinks and blues working together to create a fresh and playful colour palette.
The layered circular design adds depth and interest, with scalloped edges and patterned papers framing the focal image perfectly. The addition of butterflies, flowers, and gems brings texture and dimension, enhancing the whimsical feel of the card.
The sentiment has been carefully incorporated into the curved layout, drawing the eye around the design and completing the composition. The layered embellishments and delicate details give the card a polished and well balanced finish.
A lovely, fun design with beautiful colour coordination and thoughtful layering.
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No 12 Nat
Nat has created a fun and colourful birthday card featuring a sweet baking themed character as the focal image. The image has been beautifully coloured in bright pink tones, creating a bold and eye catching centrepiece for the design.
The layered kraft style panels add warmth and texture, while the soft patterned papers complement the focal image without overwhelming it. The mix of stripes and geometric patterns gives the card interest and balance.
Nat has added simple embellishments in coordinating colours, which help frame the design and draw attention to the image. The sentiment elements are thoughtfully placed, completing the layout and enhancing the birthday theme.
A lovely, cheerful card with bright colouring and well balanced layering.
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Please grab your Top Three badge from the sidebar
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🎨 Design Team Inspiration
Our Design Team have been busy creating a lovely range of inspiration for this challenge. Their projects highlight different styles, colour choices, and creative approaches, showing just how versatile this theme can be.
We hope their beautiful work helps spark new ideas and encourages you to get creative and share your own interpretation with us.
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Become a guest DT member
We are excited to introduce a new ongoing feature here at I Love ProMarkers & Other Mediums. From now on, we will regularly be welcoming Guest Design Team members to share their creativity and inspire our community. It is a wonderful way to showcase different colouring styles, techniques, and fresh ideas, and we are delighted to make this a permanent part of the blog.
If you would like to be considered as a Guest DT member, we would love to hear from you. Please email us using the contact details found at the top of the blog.
If you are interested in joining our Design Team, you are also very welcome to get in touch. Simply send us a few examples of your colouring using the email address at the top of the blog. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Guest DT – Gracie M (Age 5, Doncaster, South Yorkshire)
We are delighted to introduce our very first Guest Design Team member, Gracie M, aged five from Doncaster in South Yorkshire.
Gracie has coloured the adorable “Sleeping Shroom Fairy” from Di’s Digi Stamps using coloured pencils. She has chosen soft pastel shades which create a gentle, dreamy feel that perfectly suits the peaceful sleeping fairy.
The delicate colouring on the wings and dress gives the image a lovely light touch, while the warm tones on the mushroom add contrast and help ground the design. Gracie’s careful colour placement and blending create a sweet and charming finished piece full of imagination.
A wonderful creation and a lovely start to our new Guest DT feature. We are very pleased to have Gracie joining us and sharing her creativity.
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✨ Helen
Helen has created a festive and cheerful card using the adorable “Paws and Claus” digital stamp. The image has been beautifully coloured with alcohol markers, bringing the sweet Christmas pup to life with bright seasonal colours.
The classic red and green palette works perfectly for a festive design, with careful blending used throughout the jumper, hat, and poinsettia to add depth and dimension. The soft shading on the fur keeps the character looking fluffy and gentle, while still maintaining a clean finish.
Helen has framed the image with layered panels and coordinating patterned papers, creating a balanced and eye catching layout. The scalloped red border helps draw attention to the focal image, while the added gems provide a touch of sparkle.
A lovely festive card with clean colouring and a beautifully coordinated Christmas theme.
Paws and Claus Digital Stamp: Black and White Coloring Page (jpeg) - Etsy UK
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✨Ileana
Ileana has created a beautifully soft and dreamy card featuring the Sleeping Shroom Fairy, coloured with gentle blending and lovely attention to detail.
The rich red mushroom provides a strong focal point, while the delicate tones in the fairy’s dress and wings keep the overall look light and whimsical. The shading in the hair has been blended smoothly, adding movement and depth to the character without overpowering the design.
Ileana has paired the image with elegant embossed detailing and a subtle striped background, adding texture and interest while allowing the focal image to shine. The delicate flowers and pearl accents complete the card beautifully, enhancing the magical, storybook feel.
A soft, elegant design with beautiful colouring and thoughtful finishing touches.
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✨Judith
Judith has created a bright and cheerful card featuring the adorable Racoon digital stamp. The image has been coloured using ProMarkers and coloured pencils, combining smooth base layers with added detail and depth.
The soft greys in the racoon’s fur have been carefully shaded to create texture, while the colourful floral crown adds a lovely pop of colour and draws the eye to the focal image. The gentle pencil work enhances the details and gives the character a polished finish.
Judith has paired the image with a clean embossed background, allowing the focal element to stand out beautifully. The bold flower embellishments in warm orange and yellow tones add dimension and balance to the design, complementing the colours in the image.
A lovely, clean layout with thoughtful colouring and a bright, cheerful feel.
Racoon
https://www.etsy.com/.../racoon-digital-stamp-pre...
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✨ Lisa
Lisa has created a bright and eye-catching card featuring the Pretty Mushroom House, coloured beautifully with bold, vibrant tones. The rich red of the mushroom roof has been blended smoothly, creating strong contrast against the softer yellow of the house. The warm colours give the design a cheerful, welcoming feel that perfectly suits the “Home Sweet, New Home” sentiment. The added shading brings depth to the image while keeping the overall look clean and crisp. Lisa has layered the design with coordinating mushroom-themed papers, which tie the whole card together beautifully. The black matting frames the focal image and helps the colours stand out, while the fairy embellishments add a magical finishing touch and enhance the whimsical theme. A striking, well-layered design with vibrant colouring and a lovely cohesive layout.
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✨ Tinz
Tinz has created a whimsical and charming card featuring the Pretty Mushroom House digital stamp. Coloured with ProMarkers, the design brings a playful fairytale feel to life.
The bright red mushroom roof immediately draws attention, with smooth blending and warm yellow accents that add depth and dimension. The soft colouring of the house keeps the focal point balanced, while the blue curtains introduce a lovely contrast that makes the windows pop.
Tinz has paired the image with a beautiful fairy-themed background, which enhances the magical atmosphere without overpowering the main design. The delicate silhouettes and soft pink tones complement the whimsical theme perfectly.
A sweet, imaginative card with clean colouring and a lovely storybook feel.
Pretty mushroom house
https://www.etsy.com/.../pretty-mushroom-house-digital...
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✨ Caroline L
Caroline L has created a beautifully soft and dreamy piece featuring the Sleeping Shroom Fairy, coloured using oil pencils.
The warm tones in the mushroom have been blended smoothly, creating gentle depth without overpowering the delicate character. The subtle shading adds dimension while keeping the overall look light and whimsical. The fairy’s flowing hair shows lovely tonal variation, with soft transitions that give movement and life to the image.
The cool blue dress provides a gentle contrast against the warm mushroom tones, helping the fairy remain the focal point. The delicate colouring of the wings keeps them airy and translucent, perfectly suited to the peaceful sleeping pose.
A calm, elegant colouring with soft blending and a lovely storybook feel.
Sleeping shroom fairy
https://www.etsy.com/.../sleeping-shroom-fairy-black-and...
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✨ Sharon
Sharon has created a beautifully vibrant card featuring the Pretty Mushroom House, coloured with pencils.
The rich red tones of the mushroom roof have been smoothly blended, creating lovely depth and warmth. The bright yellow house adds a cheerful focal point, while the careful shading keeps the colours balanced and clean. The blue curtains provide a strong contrast, drawing attention to the window detail and adding visual interest.
Sharon has framed the image with a bold blue scalloped layer, which really makes the colouring pop against the soft patterned background. The floral embellishment in the corner adds dimension and finishes the layout perfectly without overpowering the main image.
A bright, cheerful design with clean pencil colouring and a beautifully balanced layout.
Pretty mushroom house
https://www.etsy.com/.../pretty-mushroom-house-digital...
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✨ Clare
Clare has created a beautifully soft and elegant card featuring the adorable Racoon, coloured with Kalour pencils.
The gentle shading in the racoon’s fur has been blended smoothly, giving the character lovely depth while keeping the look soft and clean. The delicate colouring of the floral crown adds a bright pop of colour, drawing attention to the face and creating a cheerful focal point. The red bow tie adds a charming touch and balances the composition nicely.
Clare has paired the image with a coordinating floral background, which complements the colours in the crown perfectly. The pink matting frames the design beautifully, while the subtle pearl embellishments add a touch of elegance. The sentiment finishes the card perfectly, creating a thoughtful and polished layout.
A soft, pretty design with lovely pencil colouring and a beautifully coordinated finish.
Racoon
https://www.etsy.com/.../racoon-digital-stamp-pre...
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✨ Jacquie
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✨ Caroline T
Work Commitments
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Coming Up Next
Challenge #605 is just around the corner
Our theme will be Add a banner, giving you the perfect opportunity to create something sweet, playful, magical, or full of charming detail. Think adorable or cheeky characters, soft pastel palettes, bright colours, or a little sparkle. However you choose to interpret the theme, we cannot wait to see what you create.
The lucky winner of Challenge #605 will receive one image to download, kindly provided by our sponsor.
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📢 Ways to Enter
While our challenges have always been blog led, we know many of you now share your creative work across different platforms. From now on, you are free to enter using any colouring medium and share your work on the platform that suits you best.
Full instructions on how to submit TikTok and Instagram links can be found further down in this post, so please read them carefully before entering. We cannot wait to see even more of your creativity in even more places.
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✏️ Challenge Rules
• Your project must follow the theme
• You may use any colouring medium
• You must link directly to your individual entry
• Please mention our challenge in your post
• Multiple entries are allowed unless otherwise stated
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📱 TikTok & Instagram. How to Get the Correct Link.
TIKTOK
HOW TO GET THE RIGHT LINK
From the TikTok app:
Open TikTok
Go to the exact video you are entering
Tap Share
Tap Copy link
Paste the link somewhere (Notes, a message to yourself, or a browser)
Tap the pasted link so it opens in a browser
Copy the URL from the browser address bar
The correct TikTok link looks like this:
https://www.tiktok.com/@username/video/1234567890123456789
Do not use short links that look like this:
https://vm.tiktok.com/xxxxxx
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HOW TO GET THE RIGHT LINK
From the Instagram app:
Open Instagram
Go to the exact post you are entering
Tap the three dots on the post
Tap Copy link
Paste the link into your entry
The correct Instagram link looks like this:
https://www.instagram.com/p/ABC123xyz/
or
https://www.instagram.com/reel/ABC123xyz/
Important:
Your Instagram account must be public. Stories cannot be used unless they are saved as a post or reel.
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COMMON MISTAKES (ENTRIES MAY BE REMOVED)
Do not link to your profile instead of the post.
Do not use TikTok short links (vm.tiktok.com).
Do not submit screenshots without a clickable link.
Do not use private Instagram or TikTok accounts.
If we cannot click the link and see your entry, we cannot judge it.
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FINAL CHECK BEFORE SUBMITTING
Make sure your link opens the exact post.
Make sure it opens in a browser.
Make sure it can be viewed by someone who is not logged in.
If all of the above are true, your entry link is correct.
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⚠️ Posting Your Entry Links
• Blog posts must link directly to your project
• TikTok and Instagram entries must use the correct full URL
• No profile links
• No screenshots
• Accounts must be public
If we cannot access your entry, we cannot judge it.
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📅 Challenge Closes
This challenge will close on the 12th April 2026 at 8 pm.
Winners will be announced in the next challenge post.
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🔒 Privacy Policy Notice
By entering this challenge, you agree that your name and entry link may be published in our winners post. Please ensure your entry is dated within the challenge period.
We do not accept back-linked entries.
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💌 Thank You
A big thank you to everyone who joins us and shares their wonderful creations. Your creativity and enthusiasm make every challenge a pleasure to host, and we truly enjoy seeing the variety of ideas you bring each time.
We look forward to visiting your entries and seeing how you interpret this theme. Wishing you all the best of luck and happy crafting.
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