Love and Lace Challenge Design Team Card

Hello Smithies!
Today, I would like to share my Design Team card for the new Stampsmith Challenge-Love and Lace.  I used an image from Flappers 3.  The image was stamped with black dye ink on glossy CS.

If you are a Technique Junkie fan, the February Newsletter has more ideas for using Stampsmith Photo Stamps.
And, if you would like more info on my Love and Lace card, pop over to my blog, Dreaming and Creating.    I hope you have been inspired to create a Love and Lace card!  Don't for get to enter the Challenge.    Have a great day!!
Karen McAlpine

TSC #27: Love and Lace

  It's my turn to host a Stampsmith Challenge! My first time! February being the month of love and all that mushy stuff, the challenge is Love and Lace.
  This image is called "The Kiss" and is available at The Stampsmith Shop. I used Ancient Page Chocolate ink on cream Copic paper. I tinted the image with Pebbles chalks.
  Get out your Stampsmith stamps and join in! More details and big news over at the The Stampsmith Challenge Blog. For closeups, come visit my blog, Scraps From A Broad

Get Inky!
Debbie
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Love Notes Valentine

Hi Smithies,
I have two Valentine's Day cards to share today.  They were both made with the full sheet called "Love Notes Valentine".    Here is the first card.

I also stamped the small hearts at the top.  The Sentiments used are from the Paris Full Sheet.  Here is the second card.

Click over to my blog for more details and photos.   Have a great day!!
Karen McAlpine

Love is in the Air!!!

Hi There,
well I have made the transition from Christmas to Valentine's Day with little issue.  I LOVE Valentine's Day.  I love the colors associated with Valentine's day as well as the traditional gifts associated with the holiday, chocolate, roses, and BLING....lol....
Here are two cards that I created for a few friends to give to their significant others. 
I hope that everyone is staying warm and cosy and having a great weekend.
If you are looking for further details on how I created these cards, please drop by my blog, http://melscraftyspace.blogspot.com/

Thanks for peeking in!
~Mel~

Welcome Little Man!

Hi All, sorry that it has been so long since I posted a project, January has been rather stressful, but I have had time to do some creating!
This is a project that I created for a work acquaintance of my husband's that just had her first baby, a beautiful little boy!
I hope that everyone is happy and safe out there and that winter is not too long or too severe for you. 
If you are looking for details on how this card was created, please feel free to drop by my blog, http://melscraftyspace.blogspot.com/

Thanks for peeking in!
~Mel~

Her Quiet Ways

The January Challenge over at The Stampsmith Challenge is rapidly drawing to a close.

Today I am sharing my second and final sample for the Tag Art challenge. This beautiful stamp is from the Won't You Be My Honey plate.

If you would you like the opportunity to win one of the stamps from this particular plate? Estelle has generously donated the stamp of a romantic couple as part of a Giveaway at my Blog, Adorn.

I hope you will find some time over the weekend to create a tag to enter into the Tag Art challenge. All details are available at the challenge site along with details of the prize you could win, yes, there is a monthly prize. Please remember that you must include at least one Stampsmith stamp on your artwork.

It has been fun hosting the Tag Art challenge. On the 1st of February Val will reveal the challenge theme for February so stay tuned for that.

Wishes

Lynne

Ooh la la Pin Up

I thought I'd create a fun card for my hubby, Jim, for his birthday this week, so I came up with this fun pin-up card for him. I used a photostamp from the Pin Ups sheet by The Stampsmith. I figured he'd get a kick out of this birthday card and may actually keep this one as apposed to throwing it to the wayside! lol :)

Thanks for stoppin by! :)

Vintage Valentine's Day Card

Hi Smithies,
I would like to share this romantic Valentine's day card.  I made it using the stamp sets Belinda and Friends, and Love Notes Valentines.  I was inspired by the colors in the ribbon.  I picked colors out of the ribbon for the CS.

Click over  to my blog, Dreaming and Creating,  for more pics and info on making the card.
Have a great day!
Karen McAlpine

TSC26: Tag Art - Marilyn

It's challenge time again over at The Stampsmith Challenge. We all took a little break after the holidays, but we're now being challenged by Lynne with some tag art. I've used a fun 'Marilyn Flying Dress' image and embellished it with some ribbon, lace and bling to finish it off. My project measures 3.5" x 5" and I actually decided that my tag is going to become a magnet. One of my colleagues loves Marilyn, so I thought she might like this for her fridge or maybe on the corner of a metal picture frame.

I hope you decide to play along with us this time around for a chance to win some new rubber from The Stampsmith! You have until the the end of January to submit your creations. Pop on over to The Stampsmith Challenge blog to see some eye candy from the rest of the Design Team.

Happy creating!

A Wistful Look She Gives You (TSC Make A Tag)

We are now into the second week of the Make A Tag challenge at The Stampsmith Challenge. Click the link for details on this challenge and also to view the amazing artwork from my DT sisters.

For my first DT sample I created the tag and then added it to a card.

This is the first time I've used the Won't You Be My Honey plate which is filled with gorgeous images, in fact some of the images would be perfect for Valentine artwork.

Below is the tag added to the card. If you would like more details then you can visit my Blog, Adorn.

Why not have some fun with this challenge and remember, there is a random prize up for grabs so good and luck and we look forward to seeing your Make A Tag artwork.

Wishes

Lynne

Bling In Brown

I love Bling and I use her every chance I get! I used Ancient Page Chocolate to give her more of a vintage look. Chalks were used to tint her face, arms and hair. Stickles in Platinum, Silver and Gold used on her bracelets, necklace and earrings. Small bling for her rings. This gal is oozing with self confidence and has a bit of an attitude!

Hope to see your Tag Art on display at The Stampsmith Challenge Blog. I'm hooked on tags. Great fun! For what's on the other side of Bling, pop on over to Scraps From A Broad for a look see!

Have a great week and stay warm!

Get Inky!
Debbie
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Puppies & Smiles

I have an early Valentine's Day card to share with you today. My oldest daughter loves puppies so I thought I'd make her card using this sweet little pup from the Puppies stamp sheet by The Stampsmith. The sentiment, 'Your smile lights up my heart!' is from the Say It Like It Is stamp sheet, also by The Stampsmith.

We have a new challenge going on over on The Stampsmith Challenge blog. We're doing a Tag theme for the current challenge - I hope you decide to play along in the fun! You have until the end of January to submit your tag creation using at least one stamp by The Stampsmith in order to be eligible for a chance to win a new sheet of rubber of your choice from Estelle! I look forward to seeing all your creations!

Thanks for stoppin' by! :)

Tag Art Challenge Card with Dance Theme

Hello Smithies!
The new Stampsmith Challenge is posted.  The theme for January is Tag Art.  I used an image from the "Shall We Dance " full sheet.

More pics and info on my Blog HERE.  Pop over to The Stampsmith Challenge blog and post your entry!!  Have a great day!!
Karen McAlpine

Fun Belated Birthday Card

Hi Smithies!
Now that the Holidays are over, I am ready to create with lots of bright colors!  I have  a fun and bright Belated Birthday card to share with you today.  I used a stamp from the "Those Were The Days" full sheet.

I stamped the image on Glossy White CS with black dye ink.  I added some brads, funky ribbon, and some die cut paper flowers.  Pop over to my blog for info and photos.  Have a super weekend!
Karen McAlpine

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year, Everyone!

I used the Coffee Gal stamp from The Stampsmith for my card. I really like this vintage image and I thought it was fitting since she looks like she might be saying, "Cheers" or "Happy New Year!"

I wish you all health and happiness in 2012!

Thanks for stoppin' by! :)

My Last Christmas Card of the Season....Maybe...LOL

Hi All,
Ok, OK....I love Christmas stamps.  I LOVE them.  I would make Christmas cards all year if I could and a group of crafty friends were discussing this recently and have made a vow to make one Christmas card a month and that way, in December, we aren't panicked!  I thought that I would finish this session of Christmas card making with one of Estelle's stamps.
If you are interested in how this card was made, please drop by my blog, Sunflower Mel's Crafty Corner for all the details.

Thanks for peeking in!
~Mel~

She Ponders The Passing Of Time

As 2011 is rapidly drawing to a close, this evening I am sharing my final DT project for 2011 for The Stampsmith.

Beautiful Ophelia (medium size version) is the focal of this card. She is one of The Stampsmith's most recognisable stamps and I don't know of anyone who doesn't like this image. Ophelia is a stamp I reach for time and time again and have to say that so far, I've not come across a stamping surface which is a challenge for it.

Some more information on this card is available at my Blog, Adorn.

I've had another wonderful year as part of The Stampsmith DT where it is privilege to work with stamps that I truly adore and also to be part of such an amazingly talented DT.

With this being my final post for 2011 I would like to wish you all the very best for the coming New Year, may it be kind to you.

Warmest Wishes

Lynne

Twas the Night Before Christmas...

Hi All,
Here is another quick card I made today with some of Estelle's yummy holiday images.  The one I choose was from the Christmas Greetings Art Rubber Stamps really loved all of the holiday images that I have and will continue to work them into projects over the next week or so.  If you want to see the list of products that I used to create this card, please feel free to drop by my blog, Sunflower Mel's Crafting Corner.
Thanks for peeking in!

~Mel~

Dear Santa...

Hello All,
Here is a quick post on a card that I started weeks ago but was only able to sit and finish yesterday.  This is one of my favorite SS images.  I LOVE this Santa image.  He reminds me of spending Christmas's with my Grandmother.  Her decorations were dated but I loved to say they were vintage.  This Santa makes me miss her a bit but in a good way.
I hope everyone is taking a few minutes during this very busy time to reminisce.  This is a happy/sad time for me as it is for many.  I have lovely memories of my nan and this card was done in her memory (minus the silly sentiment I added....lol).  If you are looking for the products that I made, please drop by my blog for more details, Sunflower Mel's Crafting Corner.

Thanks for peeking in!
~Mel~

Wonderful Time of the Year!!!!!

Happy Holidays to you all!
I am doing this quickly when I should be getting ready for Christmas, seeing that it is tomorrow.  I used Holly Christmas Art Rubber Stamp for this card. For more information on what I used to complete this card, drop by my blog, Sunflower Mel's Crafting Corner.  I had so many ideas for holiday cards this season with my SS stamps but I ran out of time. They may be 'post holiday' cards as they are all started.

I wish all of you (that celebrate it) a safe and wonderful holiday season!
~Hugs, Mel~

Christmas Wishes

Wishing You A Merry Christmas. Lynne x
(The stamp used is Little Angel, the large size.)

Country Christmas Card

Hello Smithies!
Just a quick post with one more Christmas card.  I used an image from the Country Landscape full sheet.

Very festive horse!  I would like to wish you all a Happy Holiday!!
Pop over to my blog for more pics.
Karen McAlpine

A Very Stylish Christmas

Here we are, Christmas Eve and I am sharing the first of two posts today.

Isn't this Flapper( from Flapper # 1 ) so stylish.

She was stamped in the usual manner (Archival onto glossy cardstock) but colour then added with watercolour paints.

Stylish details of a fabulous fabric flower, large pearl embellishment and extravagant bow.

Hope you are having a lovely start to Christmas Eve.

Wishes

Lynne

Hear The Angels Sing

I can hardly believe it is the Eve of Christmas Eve and I am rapidly running out of time to share Christmas cards with you.
A wee post to share a card made with the ever beautiful two angels from Thank Heaven for Little Girls #2. A card such as this is a quick make as the stamping is minimal. Embellish with ribbon, a beaded dangle and pearl to elevate the card into something more special.

Are you all frantically running around trying to achieve the last of your preparations or is everything in hand, 100% organised?!

Wishes

Lynne

Christmas Tags That Sparkle!

Happy Holidays! It's crunch time! The December challenge is great fun! Get out your glitter, bling and sparkly stuff! I wanted to get these 2 tags posted before the big day.

This tag was for a friend and co-worker. If you look real close, you can see I added their names to the postcard Anita is holding! The tag was sprayed with Sheer Shimmer Mist, but the camera didn't pick it up.

I made this tag for another friend and co-worker. The name of this stamp is Maude. The background paper has glitter swirls and leaves on it. I used chalks to tint both girls. Both stamps are available at The Stampsmith Shop. Still time to enter. You have until January 8th. Full details over at The Stampsmith Challenge Blog.

Happy Holidays Everyone! Get Inky!
Debbie ^..^
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