no rules, just happy crafting
Here’s a card I made for Stamper’s Anonymous featuring some new Tim Holtz Blueprint stamps.
I wanted to ‘ruin’ the gingerbread man. First I colored him all nice, then I crackled him, then I painted over that with matte finish adhesive so it wasn’t so shiny. I totally love the effect.
And a big thanks to Tim Holtz for letting me have some Christmas creative time in July with his newest stamps! I do love my Christmas crafting – even when it’s 105 outside.
I’m back with just one more peek at a new line coming from the awesome American Crafts. Most of their lines this show were under their other company names (Crate Paper, Pebbles, Etc) – but they also released a fabulous Christmas line I just couldn’t stop peeking at.
I adore the bits & pieces they do with fun themed things. I also am really digging the very traditional Christmas palette mixed with the blue-grey color. Continue reading “CHA: American Crafts Peppermint Express!”
Tim Holtz did not disappoint this show – but then again we always know he’s going to raise the bar and bring the awesome. From loads of new dies to distress glitter to my favorite – STENCILS – there is a lot to love. Last week I posted pics of his idea-ology booth and this week I’m back with more from CHA. These are pics of samples, his offerings at Ranger, etc. Enjoy!
It is no secret that I love Amy Tan’s colorful and fun product lines – and Cut & Paste is no exception. Her newest line continues to expand her product offerings while still staying true to her signature style and being products that can mix & match with her older lines.
This collection contains 22 double-sided patterned papers, two specialty papers, coordinating Thickers, stickers, and two beautifully designed embroidery stencil kits. New favorites include stitched vellum pockets and die-cut, dimensional paper. Add a bit of color with Cut & Paste!
This is the one booth that I got home and went “oh man, I failed!!” because y’all there was a LOT of goodness here and I seemed to miss a lot of it!
