Free Spirit Calista

There's something special about this Cuddlebug.

Her stance is just adorable; but you can also see a bit of sassy strength in it too.

I love that.

I'm cute, strong, and can achieve anything attitude.

I took special care while coloring her. 

I wanted her just perfect for an art journal layout I have in mind. I can't wait to fully complete a set of pages for her.

Calista Cuddlebug Cuties

Copics:

Skin: E13, 21, 30, 50, R20

Hair: E41, 43, 44, 47, 49

Clothes: BG90, 93, 96, 99

E42, 43, 44, 49

E70, 71, 74, 77

Calista Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Calista, but please give me; Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Hugs,

Anna

Easter Sweetheart

I have two little bunnies that have made a home in my backyard.

They've been my neighbors since last summer.

I worried about them all winter, and insisted to my hubby that we buy rabbit food to keep them fed when it was icy out. (we fed the squirrels and the birds too, didn't want anybody to go hungry :) Apparently they have become accustomed to us now.

My husband decided late in the afternoon that he wanted to smoke a turkey. So, now it's dark. The smoker is still cooking and we have a big spotlight focused on it so we can keep and eye on how it's cooking. About a foot away from the smoker we have our two bunnies stretched out on the grass enjoying the heat. They seemed to careless about the light. You might think that walking outside would send them running...nope they didn't even look at us. Walking over to the smoker didn't even scare them. One of the little fuzzies actually started giving himself a bath.

Guess I have two new outdoor pets. 

I told my husband we should buy a little hutch for them to sleep in.

Just a little opened door box of some sort. 

Where they can go in and out as they please.

Just a safe place from birds and the elements.

Pretty sure he thinks I'm nuts, but he didn't protest.

Easter Sweetheart Work in Progress

Easter Sweetheart Digital Stamp Cuddlebug Cuties

Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday, full of joy and blessings.

And hopefully this new Cuddlebug will start your day off right.

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Easter Sweetheart, but please give me; Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Hugs,

Anna

You've Got My Heart

 I've been wanting to redraw a few of my older Cuties for quite some time.

I feel like I've learned so much in the past few years and I want to breathe new life into some of my favorite originals. Bigger doe like eyes, fluffier hair, more movement in clothing...

A previous Valentine's Cutie, You've Got My Heart, was the perfect place to start with the holiday right around the corner. I always loved this Cuddlebug, but I remember when first creating her I ran out of room on my paper which left her cropped. I don't mind a cropped image but this time around I wanted a full image and I wanted all the other features that I listed above too.

Cuddlebug Cuties You've Got My Heart 2015

Cuddlebug Cuties Valentine's Planner

Cuddlebug Cuties You've Got My Heart 2015

Copics:

Hair: E41, 43, 44, 47, 49

Skin: E13, 11, 00, 000

Clothing: B91, 93, 95, 97, 99

RV10, 11,34, 66,69

E44, 43,42,41,40

Hearts: R85, 56, 59, RV69

Enjoy coloring and crafting with You've Got My Heart 2015 but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

 

If you'd like to view my rough sketches check out my Instagram on my right sidebar.

 

Hugs,

Anna

You've Got My Heart Digital Stamp

Hello everyone,

It's Friday, yay! 

I'm so excited this weekend is finally here.

My husband has a weeks vacation and it's starts tonight.

I'm doing a little happy dance right now, and looking forward to some extra family time.

I wanted to start the week off right with a little present for him, so I made this little cutie and put her on a card with a little note inside that says, "Just because I love you"

I think she is perfect for a just because card, but would also be great for anniversaries and Valentine's Day too. However for today I'm going with because I love you.

I'm really starting to enjoy adding lots of flower embellies.

You've Got my Heart Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with You've Got my Heart but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Have a wonderful day everyone,

Hugs,

Anna

Quinn Digital Stamp

Hello everyone,

Tomorrow is my parents wedding anniversary.

I am so truly happy for them.

I've been working overtime this week trying to make the perfect card for my dad to give to my mom.

He requested a sweet looking cutie with my moms hair.

I added a touch of romantic to the list,

and came up with this beautiful illustration.

Quinn Cuddlebug Cuties

I made the card rather large. Leaving my father room for a sweet sentiment on the front and plenty of space for a love letter on the inside.

Cuddlebug Cuties

Love these flowers.

Cuddlebug Cuties

Cuddlebug Cuties

Quinn Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Quinn but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Have a wonderful day everyone,

Hugs,

Anna

What Does Today Hold

Good morning everyone,

I had a long restless night last night. My son awoke at 10pm with a tummy ache and in need of cuddles and love. At midnight we were laughing, playing, and polishing off some leftovers from dinner. Around 1am he finally fell back asleep and I too laid down to try and rest for a few hours. 

I was awake by a few minutes before 5am. No reason, I just couldn't sleep. Not wanting to wake my entire home, I laid in bed and started surfing blogland on my ipad. I found a great mommie blog hop and went through every link that was attached. Some stories were great, funny, and interesting. One in particular tore at my heart strings and made me cry for quite a while.

And all of this made me wonder, What did today hold for my family?

Within moments of that though I made a decision that today would have hugs, laughter, and joy.

Today may not be perfect, but it is a gift and I'm going to enjoy it.

When my son awoke he gave me the sweetest smile, the one that says I remember last night and you helped make it better. Thanks mom, I love you. I melted a ton and told him how adorable he was and how much he was cherished. Then I told him that we were going to have the best day ever. He gave me the biggest toothy grin, and I think he's beginning to understand that the best day ever means we're gonna play and have lots of fun.

I hope everyone out there has a joyous day. 

And hopefully a new digi will help the day start out on the right track.

Summer Cuddlebug Cuties

Summer Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Summer but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

I'm off to play in the yard with my little man. To start snapping tons of photos to capture every moment of this day. To play, laugh, and love.

Have a wonderful day everyone,

Great Big Hugs to All,

Anna 

Sophia Digital Stamp

Good morning,

It's been such a busy week. I feel like I've been running in circles trying to keep up and catch up, lol.

I finally took some time yesterday to just sit outside and enjoy the weather. It was a warm and beautiful day. My son loved every moment of it too. He played in every inch of our yard, crawled all over his first swing set, and raced hot wheels all around the back porch. It was so wonderful to just watch him play and enjoy his day. He's such a little cutie and I am so thankful for every moment that I have with him.

Once he finally tired out in the late afternoon, I tucked him in bed for a little nap and did a little arts and crafts catching up. 

Sophia Cuddlebug Cuties

This little cutie is Sophia. A bit shy, and so sweet and adorable.

Sophia Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Sophia but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Now I think I'm gonna take my little man outside and enjoy some more playtime. 

Spending time with him is so much better than catching up on housework. I think the laundry can wait till nap time :) 

PS: I've also been trying to keep up with a flood of emails. If I've missed anybody's recently, I am truly sorry. I love hearing from each and everyone of you and enjoy every story. Thank you so much for all your love. You are all so very much appreciated. I'll keep trying to catch up with everyone and hopefully not lose anybody in the spam box.

Feel free to email anytime.

cuddlebugcuties@gmail.com

Big hugs to all,

Anna

Kendall Free Digital Stamp

 

Hello dear friends,

It's been a few days since my last post.

I've been feeling tired and a bit under the weather, but after a little rest I'm starting to feel much better. Even though I have a ton of housework to catch back up on, I've been so much more motivated to create.

 

This adorable cuddlebug is Kendall. Don't you just love her freckles?.

 

 

Kendall Cuddlebug Cuties

 

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Kendall but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Have a wonderful day.

Hugs,

Anna

 



Creative Cassi and Bloglovin' Candy Winner

Hello everyone,

I have a Bloglovin' candy winner for you today and a new digital stamp.

 

Lets do the fun part first.

And the Bloglovin' Candy Winner is:

 

Deb R.

 

Congratulations!!!

Send me an email and I'll get your new goodies on their way to you.

cuddlebugcuties@gmail.com

Creative Cassi Cuddlebug Cuties

 

 

And now a new digi.

 

I wanted to draw a cuddlebug that reminded me of myself.

Hair pulled back, tank top and a frilly skirt, art book and pencil in hand.

A cuddlebug ready to create.

 

Creative Cassi Cuddlebug Cuties
 

 

 

 

 

 

Creative Cassi Cuddlebug Cuties

 

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Creative Cassi but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

Have a wonderful day.

Hugs,

Anna



Sweetheart Rebecca

Hi everyone,

 

The creativity bug has bitten me. I feel like I'm sitting on more illustrations than I can post, lol. I have a mini sweetheart collection that I'm currently working on. They're all romantic with long flowy dresses and darling tresses.

 

 

This adorable cuddlebug is Rebecca.

Rebecca Cuddlebug Cuties

And her dress is perfect for paper piecing or coloring.

Paper pieced

Colored

Rebecca Cuddlebug Cuties

Enjoy coloring and crafting with Rebecca but please give me, Anna Stillwell at Cuddlebug Cuties, credit for drawing her.

I'll have two more sweethearts available later this week.

 

Hugs,

Anna