Happy Anniversary, Vacation, and Clear Dollar Stamps September Sneak Peeks Day 1

Lots going on today!  Before I get going on sneak peeks I want to wish my wonderful hubby a very happy anniversary... NUMBER 17.  We did not plan our vacation around our anniversary but it did end up that way which is a very cool thing.  Today we are heading off to Walla Walla and will be heading back home tomorrow.  Before I share any more vacation pictures... you get to feast your eyes on soon to be available stamping goodies!!!

So without further ado, here is my scheduled post for sneak peeks!

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Hey everyone...welcome to the first day of Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks.  I know we are really rounding out our summer, but don't you just feel the holidays around the corner?  Time is going to just whiz on by.  You'll be excited with the releases for next month - lots of choices and variety and definitely stamps that will help you get ready for the holidays early this year!

Here is the list of stamps being previewed today and the Design Team members sharing. Make sure to head on over to Lori's blog to see the full reveals.

Jesus is the Reason

Laurie Wilson   Candy Fosta   Cassie Trask   Lisa Lara

Blooming Background

Candy Fosta    Cassie Trask  Lisa Lara

Our Savior's Birth

Laurie Wilson    Tricia Traxler   Shell Sampson

Our Savior's Scriptures

 Laurie Wilson   Tricia Traxler   Shell Sampson   Stacy Morgan 

A Season of Wonder

Laurie Wilson    Nancy Grant   Christi Bryant   Shell Sampson   Stacy Morgan 

Christmas Inside Sentiments (Psalm)

Candy Fosta   Nancy Grant   Stacy Morgan   Shell Sampson 

Christmas Inside Sentiments (John)

Laurie Wilson    Candy Fosta   Cassie Trask   Stacy Morgan   Shell Sampson 

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The great thing about many of these new stamps are that they were created to work with each other.  I know that many stampers love having sentiments to stamp on the insides of their cards and I think this is especially the case for holiday cards.

My first cards use the stamp set called Jesus is the Reason. I stamped in a colored ink and then filled in with Tombow Markers.  I stamped the little pointsettias separately on watercolor paper and then cut them out and attached them to my card with pop dots.

Card Recipe 

Stamps/Images: Jesus is the Reason

Cardstock/Papers: Cottonball white, Pineapple Twist, Silk Watercolor Paper (CDs), Jolly by Golly (Cosmo Cricket), CTMH

Inks/Markers: CTMH ink, Tombows: 847,946,977,850

Accents/Tools: Waterbrush, Curved Rectangles (spellbinders), PTI ribbon, scallop punch

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My next card uses the above stamp set - Jesus is the Reason, but I used that image on the inside of my card.  For the front, I used the stamp that was created to coordinate which is called Blooming Background.  Even though these images were created to work with each other, they are just as useful and can stand alone on their own merits. 

And the inside

Card Recipe

Stamps/Images: Jesus is the Reason, Blooming Background

Cardstock/Papers: Cottonball White, Pucker Up (CTMH), Basic Grey Wassail, CTMH

Inks/Markers: Pucker Up (CDS), CTMH

Accents/Tools: Pucker Up ribbon (CDS), Martha Stewart border punch

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My next card uses the set called Our Savior's Birth. The Baby Jesus, hay, and manger are all separate pieces that you can stamp to create the perfect image.  I wanted a very light look, so with every piece I inked, stamped on some scratch paper and then stamped my final image.  I love 2 tone blues for lots of looks but especially love it here.

Card Recipe

Stamps/Images: Our Savior's Birth

Cardstock/Papers: Cottonball white, Deep Sea, Billowing Clouds

Ink/Markers: Hot Cocoa, Deep Sea (CDS), CTMH

Accents/Tools: Petite Oval Nesties, Tags (spellbinders), Billowing Cloud ribbons (CDS), silk ribbon, sponge tool, embossing folder (cuttlebug)

Here is my second sample for this stamp set.  I created this one to be all shimmery.

And to create that perfect pairing, you will be able to purchase the perfect inside sentiment called Our Savior's Scriptures. 

Card Recipe

Stamps/Images: Our Savior's Birth, Our Savior's Scriptures

Cardstock/Papers: Wild Huckleberry, Blueberry Patch, Cottonball White (CDS)

Inks/Markers: Wild Huckleberry

Accents/Tools: Petite Oval Nesties, Labels 8 (spellbinders), D'vine embossing folder (cuttlebug), May Arts ribbon, Maya Road Spritz, SU! horizontal slot punch

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Next up is the stamp set called A Season of Wonder.  I'm telling you... you are going to have plenty of meaningful holiday images and sentiments to choose from in September.  I paired this was some fabulous paper from TaDa Creative Studios.

Card Recipe

Stamps/Images: A Season of Wonder, Christmas Inside Sentiments (John 8:12)

Cardstock/Papers: Cottonball White (CDS), Niki Sivils, TaDa Creative Studios, CTMH

Inks/Markers: Versacolor black, CTMH, Tombows: 025,947,873,977,946,N75,491,899

Accents/Tools: Labels 5, rectangle nesties (spellbinders), PTI ribbon, waterbrush, hole punch

And once again, choices for the insides of your cards. This one is Christmas Inside Sentiments (John 8:12)

For my second Christmas Inside Sentiments (Psalm 115:15), I actually went inside out (lol).

Card Recipe 

Stamps/Images: Christmas Inside Sentiments (Psalm 115:15)

Cardstock/Papers: Cottonball white (CDS), Basic Grey Wassail

Inks/Markers: Tim Holtz forest moss, Close to my Heart, Copics: R89

Accents/Tools: sateen flowers, pearls, eksuccess border punch, sponge tool, curved rectangle nesties (spellbinders)

Wowee... did you think it would ever stop?  Well it has today and I hope you enjoyed today's samples.  Make sure to come back tomorrow for more!

Have a wonderful day.

Clear Dollar Stamps June Sneak Peeks Day 3

Hey friends, its that time again. Yup, Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks for the new June Stamps. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp to check out the today's featured stamps in all their full glory.

Here are the stamp set names and designers that are sharing cards/projects for them.

Volkswagon Bug and 1978 TransAm
Sarah T * Rebecca * Candy * Laurie

Gone Fishin'
Angela * Linda A * Cassie * Stacy * Rebecca * Sarah G * Candy * Laurie

Lord's Plan (value verse)
Sarah * Stacy * Tracy * Candy * Laurie

Norman Snail
Cassie * Candy * Laurie

So are you a car fan? For June we're adding 2 additional cars to the line up available at the store. Can you guess?? Its the Volkswagon Bug and the TransAm. When I think of these two cars I immediately think of Herbie the Love Bug and Smokey the Bandit :)

Here is my Love Bug.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Volkswagon bug, Cool ride
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Cottonball white, PTI plum pudding, DP MAMBI
Ink/Markers: PTI plum pudding, hawaiian shores, CTMH hollyhock, Memento tuxedo black, Copics: R85,RV34,C-1,C-3,C-6,R11,Y11
Accents/Tools: Spellbinders Labels 8, Spellbinders Flower Creations, buttons, SU! word window punch, sponge tool

And my Trans Am.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Trans Am
Cardstock/Paper: Cottonball White (CDStamps), Black (CTMH), Eerie (Basic Grey)
Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, Black CTMH, Tim Holtz Tumbled Glass, Copics: C-1,C-3,C-6,100,Y02,Y28, Spica Gold glitter pen
Accents/Tools: Spellbinder Rectangle Nestabilities, Ranger Sponging Tool, CTMH Brads

My next card uses the main image from a set called Gone Fishin'. Doesn't he look relaxed?

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Gone Fishin'
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps cottonball white,mude pie, hot cocoa, TaDa Creative Studios
Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, CTMH Topiary, Copics: E49,E35, E57,E77,E00 ,C-3,C-5,C-7,G85,G94,R59 YG06, B41, W-1, W-5
Accents/Tools: circle punch, eyelets, twine

The next stamp is from Lord's Plan which is another addition to Lori's Value Verses. I thought the sentiment was perfect for this time of year and would make a very inspirational graduation card.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: The Lord's Plan, Graduation Cap
Cardstock/Paper: CTMH black, CDStamps cottonball white
Ink/Markers: CTMH black, white, creme brulee
Accents/Tools: nestabilities labels 5, white gel pen, satin ribbon
Techniques:random stamping

And last but not least, I'd like to introduce you to Norman the Snail.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Norman Snail
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps cottonball white, melon spice, hot cocoa, Cosmo Cricket Early Bird
Ink/Markers: memento tuxedo black, Copics: Y28,E43,YG95,YG91
Accents/Tools: circle nesties, label 3, ripe olive sheer ribbon, tiny bubbles embossing folder, oval hand punch, hole punch, computer generated sentiment

That's it for me today. Thanks for joining me and the rest of the team for sneak peeks. All the stamps will be available first thing tomorrow... wow... June 1st!

Clear Dollar Stamps June Sneak Peeks Day 2

Welcome to day 2 of Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks for the new June Stamps. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp to check out the today's featured stamps in all their full glory.

Here are the stamp set names and designers that are sharing cards/projects for them.

Backyard Barbeque
Wendy and Wendy's Design Team

Mushroom Whimsey
Angela * Linda A * Cassie * Tracy * Sarah G * Candy * Laurie

Scripture Children
Kim * Linda A * Sarah T * Cassie * Stacy * Candy * Laurie

Medallion de Fleur
Kim * Rebecca * Tracy * Candy * Laurie

Toothpaste and Toothbrush
Sarah T * Candy * Laurie

So let's get started! Mushroom Whimsey is a cute set designed by Lori and its a great set to try your hand at paper piecing or just color in.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Mushroom Whimsey
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps cottonball white, CTMH Sorbet, Cosmo Cricket Material Girl
Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, CTMH Sorbet, Tim Holtz tumbled glass, Copics: YG95,G99
Accents/Tools: Spellbinders Trio Tags, Circles, Labels One, sponge tool, button, twine
Techniques: Sewing

My next card uses an image from the set called Scripture Children. Another great easy stamping set.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Scripture Children
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Cottonball white, Cosmo Cricket Material Girl
Ink/Markers: CTMH sorbet, Tim Holtz tumbled glass
Accents/Tools: Spellbinders Blossom, Ribbon Tags Nestabilities, PTI ribbon

Next up is a stamp that I know you will love just as much as I do called Medallion de Fleur. Its a perfect image to emboss and definitely packs a punch.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Medallion de Fleur, Heartfelt Sentiments
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Cottonball white, Tropical Mist
Ink/Markers: VersaMark, PTI
Accents/Tools: Silver embossing powder, heat gun, tim holtz button, rhinestones, Spellbinders Label Trio, Spellbinders Impressability
Techniques: Embossing

My next and last project is another way for me to use up my tins that I so love. These make the best gift holders. Tin, belly band, and a couple of cute images and voila a great little fun gift. I call this fresh mouth tin :)

I used 2 individual stamps - a toothbrush and a tube of toothpaste.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Deep Sea, Niki Sivils Designer paper
Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics: YG11,YG03,B97,C-1,C-3,BG10
Accents/Tools: Metal Tin, Petite Oval Plain and Scallop nestabilities

Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to come back tomorrow for my last sneak peeks. Have a glorious Saturday!

Clear Dollar Stamps June Sneak Peeks Day 1

Hi friends, its time for sneak peeks, but before I get going, I wanted to share some great news. As of now, I get the pleasure of being the new Design Team Leader for Lori.

Now, don't worry though... Laurie our esteemed past DT leader is going nowhere. She is actually going to be heading up and working with the gals doing the digi images and helping Lori with back end stuff with the store.

So without further ado, lets get going! Like I said earlier, today is the first day of Clear Dollar Stamps sneak peeks for the new June Stamps. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp to check out the today's featured stamps in all their full glory.

Plus, another group of Clearly Coordinating Collection is going to be released too - Rustic Fall. You can head on over to Lori's blog and see these glorious colors.

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Here are the stamp set names and designers that are sharing cards/projects for them.

Jesus is knocking
Angela * Linda A * Sarah T * Stacy * Candy * Laurie

Pansy Bunny
Kim * Trudy * Rebecca * Sarah G * Candy * Laurie

June Stamp of the Month - A Tweet Hello
Angela * Cassie * Tracy * Sarah G * Candy * Laurie

Flying Dove
Cassie * Candy * Laurie

Praying for You
Cassie * Candy * Laurie

So without further ado, here are the cards that I have to share with you. My first card is from the set called Jesus is Knocking. This is such a beautiful image and it was a pleasure to color and put together.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Jesus is Knocking
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps cottonball white, hot cocoa, Basic Grey Off Beat
Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, Tim Holtz tumbled glass, CTMH chocolate, Copics: C-1,C-3,C-5,C-7, YG95,G94,B97,R59,E08, E57, E49, E35
Accents/Tools: Spellbinders Rectangle Plain and Scallop Nestabilities, hot cocoa ribbon, sponge tool, flower soft

My next card is from the set called Pansy Bunny and is illustrated by Trudy. What a great combination of flowers and sweet bunny. For this image I used my Tombows and a waterbrush to color.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Pansy Bunny
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps cottonball white, silk watercolor paper, Grape Jelly, Lime Juice, Sweet Pea Ink/Markers: StazOn black, Tombows: 606,N65,899,025,173,847,946,772
Accents/Tools: Waterbrush, Lime Juice Ribbon, Spellbinders Labels One, Sizzix flower embossing folder, sponge tool
Techniques: watercoloring

This next card is from next month's Stamp of the Month. Remember this stamp set is FREE with a minimum purchase of just $50. You'll love this one... its called A Tweet Hello.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: A Tweet Hello (June Stamp of the Month)

Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Pucker Up,Hot Cocoa, Cottonball white, Cosmo Cricket material girl Ink/Markers: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics: R35,R39,Y28,C-1,C-3,C-5,C-7, E35,E29,G94 Accents/Tools: Sponge tool, Hot Cocoa Ribbon, Spellbinders Labels 10, Circles nestabilities, hole punch

For my next sample, I created a handful of 3x3 notecards using 2 of the newest Dollar stamps - the dove and praying for you sentiment. They work so perfectly together and then I opted to add another stamp set to finish my look - Plumes and Blooms.

I stamped my dove with VersaMark and then used silver embossing powder and then cut out the images and used pop dots to add some dimension. I also used some new cardstock called Smoke Stack that will be available next month as part of the continuing Clearly Coordinating Collection.

Recipe
Stamps/Images: Flying Dove, Praying for you, Plumes and Blooms
Cardstock/Paper: CDStamps Cottonball white, Smoke Stack
Ink/Markers: CTMH Grey Flannel, VersaMark
Accents/Tools: Silver Embossing Powder, heat gun
Techniques: cutting and embossing

That's it for me for today, but make sure to come on back tomorrow because I have more :) Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

Clear Dollar Stamps Sneak Peek New May Releases - Day 3

Hi friends! I hope you are enjoying all the Clear Dollar Stamps Sneak Peeks. Today's the last day for them and you will be free and clear to load up those carts first thing tomorrow. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp to see the full reveals for all of today's sets.

Here is a list of the stamps being shared today and all the coordinating Design Team Members that are sharing.

May Stamp of the Month - Yummy Cupcake

Kim, Angela, Sarah T, Cassie, Rebecca, Candy, Laurie

Air Flair

Linda, Nancy, Sarah T, Rebecca, Sarah G, Candy, Laurie

Eph. 2:8-9

Stacy, Tracy, Sarah G, Candy, Laurie

I always love the Stamp of the Months, but this one is so cute! I think you all will love it just as much, but remember that its limited. It will only be available for the month of May and you can receive it for FREE with just a $50 purchase. It definitely beats a stick in the eye :)

Here is my take on May's stamp of the month Yummy Cupcake. I used cardstock from the Clearly Coordinated Collection and paired it up with some Basic Grey... match made in heaven.

My next card features the set called Air Flair and has lots and lots of cute images for you. I must admit, this one looked much better in my head than executed, but I won't complain. It still turned out pretty cute and yes, I'm on a bright theme.


And finally, my last card for today is from a set called Ephesians 2:8-9. I kept this nice and simple.

Thanks for stopping by today and have a fabulous Friday!

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Recipe for May Stamp of the Month - Yummy Cupcake
CDS Stamps: Yummy Cupckae (May 2010 Stamp of the Month)
CS/Paper: Neenah white, Still Waters, Sweet Pea, Lime Juice (CDstamps), June Bug (Basic Grey)
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Tumbled Glass (Tim Holtz)
Accents/Tools: Bazzill Brads, Labels 2 nestabilities (Spellbinders), 3D Crystal Lacquer, Sponging Tool (Tim Holtz), Happy Birthday Cuttlebug Folder, Zig Zab border punch (Martha Stewart)

Coloring Method: Copics - Y17,Y21,R27,E35,E47

Recipe for Air Flair Card:
CDS STAMPS: Air Flair
CS/PAPER: Neenah white, Turquoise Gem (CDS)
INK: Sunflower (Close to my Heart), Terra Cotta (Papertrey ink), Tumbled Glass (Tim Holtz)
ACCENTS/TOOLS: D'vine Swirls Cuttlebug Embossing Folder, Tim Holtz sponging tool, Copic Black Multiliner Pen, Labels 6 nestability (Spellbinders)

Recipe for Ephesians Card:
CDS STAMPS: Ephesians 2:8-9
CS/PAPER: Dark Chocolate, TextStyles Turning a New Leaf, Kraft (Papertrey ink)
INK: Cocoa (Close to my Heart), Distressing ink (Papertrey ink)
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Ribbon (Papertrey ink), Labels 5 Nestability (Spellbinders), Cuttlebug embossing folder

Clear Dollar Stamps Sneak Peek New May Releases - Day 2

Welcome back to day 2 of sneak peeks of Clear Dollar Stamps new May releases. Again, I've got lots of samples to share with you today, but you can head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp

to see the full sets in all their glory.

Here is the list of all the stamps being shared today along with the Design Team members for each set.

Tag Blessings

Nancy, Cassie, Rebecca, Tracy, Sarah G, Candy, Laurie, Lori

Pirate Ahoy

Wendy and Wendy's Design Team, Stacy, Candy

Designer Mail

Angela, Nancy, Cassie, Rebecca, Tracy, Candy, Laurie

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I must say that I love this first set because I love stamps that are "tag" like and especially when they are in shapes of circles. Sets like these are so versatile and just like the name, they make beautiful tags for gifts, but they also make for easy cards.

I tried to give my My Tag Blessings card a nice distressed/vintage look.


My next card is perfect for that pirate in your life - little or big. Pirate Ahoy has lots of great images in it, but for my card I chose to focus on the cute little pirate.


And finally, my last card is from the set called Designer Mail. This is going to be perfect for all those little notes and quotes that you can place on the back side of your cards and even on the outside of your envelopes.

I happened to turn them into very cute cards though.


I want to say thank you to everyone that stopped by today. Make sure to come back tomorrow for the very last day of sneak peeks.



Recipe for Tag Blessings:
CDS Stamps: Tag Blessings
CS/Paper: Neenah white, Marakech (Basic Grey)
Ink: Tea Dye (Tim Holtz), Olive (CTMH)
Accents/Tools: Brads (CTMH), Cuttlebug embossing folder

Recipe for Pirates Ahoy:
CDS stamps: Pirate Ahoy
CS/Paper: CTMH, watercolor paper
Ink: Versacolor Black, Black, Star Spangled Blue (CTMH)
Accents/Tools: Circle Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Cuttlebug embossing folder, Brads, waterbrush
Coloring Method: Tombow Markers - N45,025,195,245,555,946

Recipe for Designer Mail:
CDS stamps: Designer mail
CS/Paper: Neenah white, Sweet Pea, Lime Juice (CDstamps), Basic Grey, Watercolor paper
Ink: Versacolor Black, CTMH black
Accents/Tools: Turquoise Ribbon (CDstamps), circle punches, clear embossing powder, heat gun, waterbrush
Coloring Method: Tombow Markers - 245,025,098,195,249

Clear Dollar Stamps Sneak Peek New May Releases - Day 1

Welcome to the first day of Sneak Peeks for Clear Dollar Stamps new May Releases. Lots of great stuff for you to choose from PLUS additions to the new Clearly Coordinating Collection. May brings the addition of Spring Whispers, which are the subtle or pastel collection of cardstock, ribbon, and of course matching Tombows and Copics.

So, most of you know the routine. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp to see the full reveals of today's featured stamp sets.

Here is the list of stamps being previewed today and the Design Team Members that are showing each set.

Just a side note here... make sure to give extra love to our newest DT members (Clearly Crafty Crew)... Rebecca, Tracy, and Sarah G are previewing with the rest of Sneak Peek Gals.

Vintage Spices
Linda B, Cassie, Sarah T. Nancy, Rebecca, Tracy, Candy, Laurie

Bird Day Hi
Trudy, Angela, Stacy, Sarah T, Sarah G, Candy, Laurie

Frisky Kitty
Kim, Angela, Linda B, Stacy, Candy, Laurie

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I'll be sharing samples of all the stamps this month so hang on to your hats!!! My first card is from Vintage Spices and this set is fabulous. Just like the name, there is a bit of nostalgia in this set.


My next card is from the set called Bird-day Hi! The main stamp is a bit larger and fills up a card front nicely and if you are a fan of birds you'll definitely want to add this to your stash.


And finally, my third card today is from the set called Frisky Kitty. No kitties for us due to Hunter's allergies, but I don't mind having these cute guys around. Definitely the non-allergenic kind.

Make sure to head on over and visit the other ladies and thanks for coming to visit me. Remember, I'll be back tomorrow with even more samples.

Recipe for Vintage Spices:
CDS STAMPS: Vintage Spices
CS/PAPER: Neenah white, Chocolate, Twilight (CTMH), Watercolor paper
INK: Versafine Onyx Black, Juniper, Hollyhock, Creme Brulee, Choclate, Sorbet, Twilight (CTMH)
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Waterbrush, edge distressor, ribbon
COLORING METHOD: Watercoloring with waterbrush and ink pads

Recipe for Bird-Day Hi:
CDS STAMP: Bird-day Hi!
CS/PAPER: Neenah white (CDS), Caboodle (Close to my Heart)
INK: Memento Tuxedo Black, Tumbled Glass (Tim Holtz), Sweet Leaf, Sorbet (Close to my Heart)
ACCENT/TOOLS: Double Embossed Double Lace border punch (EK Success), Butterfly Punch (Martha Stewart), Stickles - Orange Peel, Waterfall, Liquid Applique, Heat Gun, Craft ricrac
COLORING METHOD: Copic Markers - B00,B02,Y21,YR31,R02,R05,0

Recipe for Frisky Kitty:
CDS STAMPS: Frisky Kitty
CS/PAPER: Neenah white, Porcelain (Basic Grey), Sweet Leaf (CTMH)
INK: Black (CTMH), Spun Sugar (Tim Holtz), Memento Tuxedo Black
ACCENTS/TOOLS: circle nesties (Spellbinders), ribbon
COLORING METHOD: Copic Markers - 0 C-1, C-5,C-6,R20

Clear Dollar Stamps Sneak Peek - Day 4

Wow... last day of sneak peeks for Clear Dollar Stamps and everything will be available first thing on the 1st. Head on over to Lori's blog - Clearly iStamp for the full reveals. The stamps being shown today are as follows.

Eiffel Tower

Nancy, Sarah, Candy

Fashionably French

Kim, Angela, Linda B, Sarah, Tori, Stacy, Candy, Laurie

Martial Arts

Linda A, Tricia, Stacy, Candy, Laurie

Topped with Class

(April Stamp of the Month)

Tricia, Cassie, Candy, Laurie

Digital Images

So lets get started... my first set of cards feature the set called Eiffel Tower. I was really excited by this set since I really feel that everyone needs an Eiffel Tower image... seriously :) As you can see its a nice sized image and I chose to use white pigment ink and then emboss it. I then took that same ink and highlighted the tower. I was also playing around with some new Maya Road pompom ribbon and some silk ribbon. Not sure I got the look I envisioned, but oh well its still fun to play.

Recipe

CDS STAMPS USED: Eiffel Tower

CS/PAPERS: Neenah white, Cocoa (CTMH),Indian Summer(basic grey)

INK: White Daisy, Cocoa (CTMH), VersaMark

ACCENTS/TOOLS: Silk ribbon (may arts),pompom ribbon(maya road),CTMH brad, clear embossing powder

For my 2nd card, I focused on another stamp from this set. A very whimsical butterfly. I added some branch/leaves by using a Sizzix die. I cut two and glued them together so they would be a tad bit thicker. AND, I got some new Maya Road spritz and I must say that it worked wonderfully to color my branch and leaves. They started out as Kraft cardstock.

Recipe
CDS STAMPS USED: Eiffel Tower
CS/PAPERS: Neenah white, Early bird (cosmo cricket)
INK: VersaMark
MARKERS: Copics - Y21,B02,B00
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Silk ribbon (may arts),branch die cut (sizzix),maya road spray mist,black embossing powder

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My next two cards are a complete contrast to the French theme, but they are a great set to add to your collection. I know that there are many of you out there requesting a Martial Artstheme so here you go.

I was so happy that I was able to use up this Basic Grey paper. It is old, I don't even know when it was released, but a good friend of mine got some on clearance and sent it my way.

Recipe
CDS STAMPS USED: Martial Arts
CS/PAPERS: Neenah white, Obscure (Basic Grey), Black (CTMH)
INK: Versafine Onyx Black, Sunflower,Tulip,Orange(CTMH)
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Petite oval nestabilities(spellbinders), Brads (CTMH)
TECHNIQUE: sponging

My second card is a bit more traditional and I love the fact that I made my own background by combining all the sentiments. Yes, combined them all on one block. The only thing you have to do is make sure that you fit them in a rectangular shape so you can keep stamping and you won't have any over lapping words.

Recipe
CDS STAMPS USED: Martial Arts
CS/PAPERS: Neenah white, Black,Cranberry (CTMH)
INK: Black (CTMH)
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Square nestabilities (spellbinders)

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And of course we always have to have the FREE stamp of the month... for April its calledTopped with Class and is a cute, cute set. Remember FREE with a minimum $50 purchase.

I've been trying to branch out a little bit with some different types of papers and what not and I thought this paper from Graphic 45 fit perfectly with the little top hat from this set.

Recipe
CDS STAMPS USED: Topped with Class (April SOM)
CS/PAPER: neenah white, A Proper Gentleman (Graphic 45), Black (Close to my Heart), TaDa Creative Studios (parenthesis)
INK: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukeniko)
MARKERS: Copics - 100,BV29,C-7,C-5
ACCENTS/TOOLS: Diamond Glaze (Judikins), pop dots

My second card uses the cute little beanie hat... I love it and I thought it was perfect with some bright paper.

Recipe
CDS STAMPS USED: Topped with Class (April SOM)
CS/PAPER: neenah white, 3 Bugs in a Rug, Garden Green, Tulip (Close to my Heart)
INK: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukeniko), Onyx Black (Versafine)
MARKERS: Copics - R37,R59,G85,YG63,B45,B93, 0 Blender
ACCENTS/TOOLS: 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" circle punch, Labels 8 Nestability

Well that's it folks... get those carts revin'. Thanks for visiting and hanging with me today and every day that you come! I really appreciate it.