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Wednesday 31 August 2011

Stamperoo's Stamp Camp August 2011 - Workshop Wow's

Hi Stampers,
Last weekend was the Annual Stamperoo's Stamp Camp organised by Ngaire Anderson, our Stampin' Up! Upline and held at Swanleigh in the Swan Valley in Perth. 20 Ladies attended on Friday night and 22 Ladies attended on Saturday.  Today I am featuring the Workshop WOWS! I showcased the 6 Sided Milk Carton Box with an inverted lid.  These are the Demo boxes I made. 

Christmas Box
Supplies:
Card: Old Olive, Real Red, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink:  Real Red, Old Olive
Embellishments: Pearls, 1/4" Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon
Tools:  Big Shot, Sizzix Milk Carton Die, Lace Ribbon Border Punch, Five Petal Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch (R), Dry Embossing Tool, Sponges, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Mini Glue Dot, Crystal Effects. 2 Way Glue Pen, Dble Sided Tape, Birds and Blooms Sizzlits Dies for Leaves
Birthday Box
Supplies:
Card and Paper:  Pretty In Pink, Very Vanilla, Pink Crepe Paper
Ink:  Pretty in Pink
Embellishments:  Lace, Pearls, Brad
Tools: Big Shot, Sizzix Milk Carton Die, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Small Heart Punch, Mini Glue Dot, Crystal Effects, Dble Sided Tape, 2 Way Glue Pen, Tombow Multi Liquid Glue, Sponge, Sizzix Blossom Party Die, Sizzix Birds and Blossoms Die
These are some of the finished boxes, don't they look fabulous.
Skip's lovely Vintage card featured the Scalloped Circle Die which created a lovely edge on the main image.
 
This Fancy Fold card by Jenny Chilton is Just Gorgeous! 
Opened Card by Jenny Chilton
I will be back sometime this week with the Shoebox Swaps.  Thanks' for stopping by today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Tuesday 30 August 2011

Just Add Ink #82 - Just Add...Something from Your Stash and Pals Paper Arts #108 - Elements of Style - Soften the Edges

Hello Friends,
Today's post is for the Just Add Ink Challenge and Pals Paper Arts Challenge this week.  I have used one of the new In Colours, Wisteria Wonder with Whisper White and Concord Crush for my colour theme.  Organic Outlines is a retired stamp set that I used for the "Something from my Stash" which is a set I really love.  The Zigzag Metallic Ribbon and the Shiny Silver Pearls are also from my stash. To Soften the Edges I used my Corner Rounder, Cutter Tool and Sponged the edges of my cardstock.
Supplies:
Stamps:  S/U's Organic Outlines (R), Vintage Labels (R)
Card:  Whisper White, Wisteria Wonder, Concord Crush
Ink:   Wisteria Wonder, Concord Crush
Embellishments:  Shiny Silver Peals, Zig Zag Metallic Ribbon
Tools:  Corner Rounder Punch, Cutter Tool, Sponge, 1" Circle Punch, Word Window Punch, Dble Sided Tape, Dimensionals, Tombow Multi Purpose Liquid Glue
Thanks' for visiting today.  Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Thursday 25 August 2011

The Paper Players #60 - Soak Up the Sun

Hi there,
Today's post is for The Paper Players Sketch Challenge this week.  I was going to use the card for the Create with Connie and Mary colour challenge and realised when I had finished that I had used stamps that weren't Stampin Up. No matter the colours worked well and I am happy with the finished project.  I sponged the base mat with the three colours Tangerine Tango, Pacific Point and So Saffron.  I coloured the images with my markers and an aqua painter.  I made the Ladies hat with the small oval punch and the Itty Bitty Flower Punch.
This card was awarded the 'Cut Above' Award at The Paper Players this week.

Supplies:
Stamps:  My Favourite Things - Hit the Beach, Studio G Clear Stamps, Amazing Creations A771 Footprints
Card:  So Saffron, Tangerine Tango, Pacific Point, Whisper White
Ink: Stazon Black, So Saffron, Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango, Blush Blossom
Embellishments:  Pearl, Crystals, So Saffron Grosgrain Ribbon (R)
Tools:  Stamp-a-ma-jig, Small Oval Punch, Itty Bitty Flower Punch, 1" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 2 Way Glue Pen, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape, Sponges, Aqua Painter, Carl Sun Punch
I am attending the Stamperoo's Stamp Camp this weekend, doing a workshop presentation and a Shoe Box Swap, I still have some preparation to do so I am not sure if I will have any more challenges to post before the weekend.
Thanks' for stopping by today.  Have a good weekend, hope you get some stamping time.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Tuesday 23 August 2011

The Play Date Cafe Challenge #95 - Fine China

Happy Tuesday Everyone,
Today's post is for the Play Date Cafe Colour Challenge this week.  I used the Finial Press Embossing Folder for the White Base and a Cherry Lyn Doily Die for the Doily.  Stamped the China Cup in Night of Navy and freehand cut the sentiment.  I don't usually use pre-made flowers as I like to make my own, but today I have and I think it's fits the design. 

Supplies:
Stamps:  PSX Santa Rosa F1985 Tea Cup, S/U's On Your Birthday
Card and Papers:  Pretty In Pink, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Night of Navy
Ink:  Night of Navy
Embellishments:  Lace, Old Olive Satin Ribbon, S/U's Accents and Elements Fleurette's II, Mini Rose
Tools: Big Shot, Spellbinders Classic Circle Nestabilities, Cheery Lyn French Pastry Doily Die DL102, Bow Easy, Finial Press EB Folder, Dble Sided Tape, Dimensionals, Sponge
Thanks' for visiting today. Happy Stamping.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Monday 22 August 2011

Pals Paper Arts #107 - Ebony Tulle

Hi Stampers,
Today's card is for the Pals Paper Arts Sketch Challenge this week. I have been waiting to use this Black Tulle since I found it in my sewing stash a while ago.  I used the Flower from Birds and Blooms Large Flower Sizzix Die to cut the Flower shapes and the Tulle. The Black Daisy shaped layer was made using one of the shapes from the Boho Blossoms Punch which is retired.  I have just found these Sparklets by Kaisercraft that I used for the flower centres, they come in some very pretty colours and they suited my project for today.
This card was awarded a Top Pick at Pals Paper Arts this week.
Supplies:
Stamps:  S/U's Afterthoughts
Card:  Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Stazon Black
Embellishments:  Kaisercraft Sparklets Ebony, S/U's Black Satin Ribbon, Tulle, Black Pearls
Tools:  Big Shot, Sizzix Birds and Blooms Large Flower Die, Boho Blossoms Punch (R), Provo Craft Tiny Mosaics EB Folder, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape, Bow Easy, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool
Thanks for dropping in today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Wednesday 17 August 2011

Just Add Ink #80 and The Paper Players #59 - All In Pink

Happy Wednesday Everyone,
Todays post is for the Just Add Ink Sketch Challenge this week and The Paper Players Colour Challenge.  I saw the flower on Andrea Bucklands blog here, but she didn't do as many layers.
Supplies:
Stamps: S/U's Scribble This, You're a Gem
Card: Pretty In Pink, Whisper White, Rose Red
Ink:  Stazon Black
Markers: Pretty In Pink, Regal Rose, Rose Red
Embellishments:  Crystal Brad, Pretty in Pink Brads, Jewels Basic Rhinestones, Linen Thread
Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig, Small and Large Oval Punches, 1/2" Circle Punch, Aqua Painter, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool
Thanks' for stopping by today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

CCMC162 - Birthday Owl

Hello Friends,
Today's post is for the Create with Connie and Mary Sketch Challenge this week.  I went with an Owl theme.  
This card was awarded a Top Pick at Create With Connie and Mary this week.
 
Supplies:
Stamps: S/U's Woodgrain BG, Warmest Regards (R)
Card and Papers:  Sahara Sand, Basic Grey, Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Elegant Soiree DSP, Good Morning Sunshine DSP (R)
Ink: Sahara Sand, Basic Grey
Embellishments: Ice Cream Parlor Buttons, Pacific Point Grossgrain Ribbon, Linen Thread
Tools: Circle Scissors, Two Step Owl Punch, Sizzix Sizzlets Little Leaves Die, Sponges, 2 Way Glue Pen, Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Dble Sided Tape, Needle, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Thanks' for visiting today.  Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Tuesday 16 August 2011

Pals Paper Arts #59 - Dress for Success - Glamour Puss

Hello Stampers,
Today's post is for the Pals Paper Arts , Dress for Success challenge this week.  We are to use 1 piece of Designer Paper, 1 Punch and 1 Sentiment in our design. 
Supplies:
Stamps:  Pink Cat Studio Glamour Puss
Card and Papers: Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Pear Pizzazz, DSP Patterns Pack - Subtles - Bashful Blue
Ink:  Bashful Blue, Stazon Black
Markers: Bashful Blue, Pretty In Pink, Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz
Embellishments: Pearls
Tools:  Big Shot, Spellbinders Beaded Ovals Nestabilities, Spellbinders Classic Ovals and Circles Nestabilities, Spellbinders Ribbon Banners Shapeabilities, Scallop Circle Punch, Sizzix Sizzlits Little Leaves Die, Square Lattice EB Folder, Dry Embossing Tool, Aqua Painter, Sponge Dauber, Sponges, Dble Sided Tape, Dimensionals, Tombow Multi Liquid Glue
Thanks' for poppin' in today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Monday 15 August 2011

The Play Date Cafe Challenge #94 - Vintage Teal

Hi there,
Today's post is for The Play Date Cafe Colour Challenge this week.  The very strong colours of Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso and Taken With Teal where a bit of a challenge. After deciding to do a Vintage card, I stamped and distressed and sponged the different panels. The Rayon Ribbon was dyed with Taken With Teal re-inker and water, I think it lifts the card.   
Supplies:
Stamps: S/U's Nature Walk,, En Francais BG, Tiny Tags, Papertrey Ink Tiny Tags
Card and Papers: Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, DSP Patterns Pack - Brights,  Botanical Gazette DSP, Newsprint DSP
Ink: Early Espresso, Daffodil Delight, Taken With Teal (R)Embellishments: Rayon Binding Ribbon, Pearls, Linen Thread
Tools: Cutter Tool, Martha Stewart Woodland Branch, Sponge, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape, Big Shot, Papertrey Ink Tiny Tags Die
Thanks' for dropping in today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Sunday 14 August 2011

Colour Throwdown #154 - Autumn Leaves

Hello Friends,
Today's post is for the Colour Throwdown Challenge this week.  I rocked and rolled the leaves from S/U's French Foliage for my main image, sponging the edges and then matted on some more card and mounted it on dimensionals.  To finish off I added some twine and a sentiment.
Supplies:
Stamps:  French Foliage, Tiny Tags
Card and Papers: Very Vanilla, So Saffron, Old Olive, Basic Grey, DSP Patterns Stack - Neutrals
Ink: So Saffron, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, Basic Grey
Embellishments: Luscious Lemon Baker's Lustre Twine,
Tools:  Big Shot, Square Lattice EB Folder, Jewelry Tag, Piercing Tool, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Needle, Sponge, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape
Thanks' for visiting today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Saturday 13 August 2011

The Paper Players #58 - School Daze - Congratulation's Grad!

Hi there,
Today's post is for The Paper Players School Daze challenge this week.  I had to search high and low for an image that could be used, so this is my card for School Daze. I wanted to add more embellishments, but nothing was small enough in my stash for the cat image so I left it plain.
This card was awarded the Cut Above award from Paper Players this week.

Supplies:
Stamps:  The Cat's Pajamas - Grad Cat - D-7437, S/U's Bow Bear (R)
Card: Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink:  Stazon Black
Embellishment: Real Red Satin Ribbon, Staple, Star Brad
Tools: Marvy Uchida Scalloped Rectangle Punch, Spiral Border Punch, Stamp-a-ma-jig, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape, Computer and Printer, Martha Stewart Screw Punch, Provo Craft Oriental Weave EB Folder
Thanks' for dropping by today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Wednesday 10 August 2011

CCMC161 - Pretty Yellow Bird

Happy Wednesday All,
Today's post is for the Create With Connie and Mary Colour Challenge this week. Part of this challenge is to only use Stampin' Up! products, which I can do but I do use other brands also for some of the challenges I participate in.  So here is my card using Stampin' Up! only...... I love this stamp set, although I have used basic techniques I love the colours and how it came together, especially when I started I had something quite different in my mind.  Funny how the outcome can change. LOL.
This card was awarded a Top Pick at Create with Connie & Mary.

Supplies:
Stamps: S/U's Friends 24-7
Card: Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Old Olive, Daffodil Delight, Stazon Black
Embellishments: Daffodil Delight Satin Ribbon and Button, Jewels Basic Pearls
Tools: Scallop Trim Border Punch, Sponges, Aqua Painter, Dimensionals, 2 Way Glue Pen, Scissors, Fiskars Trimmer and Scoring Tool
Thanks' for visiting today. Take Care.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Tuesday 9 August 2011

Just Add Ink # 79 - Tearing Paper - You Rock

Hello Friends,
Today's post is for the Just Add Ink Tearing/Distressing Challenge this week.  I used the Emerging Colour Technique for the background.  I then did my tearing and distressing, tried to stamp the Guitar Playing Silhouette on the background but it didn't stand out enough, so I stamped on acetate and overlayed it on the  card. 
Supplies:
Stamps: S/U's Gratuitous Graffiti BG (R), Extreme Elements, Extreme Guitar, Just Jawing (R)
Card: Basic Black, Whisper White, Acetate
Ink: Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Grey, Stazon Black, Versamark
Tools: Brayer, Heat Tool, Clear Embossing Powder, Cutter Tool, Scissors, Mini Glue Dots, Dble Sided Tape, Stamp-a-ma-jig
Thanks' for dropping by today.
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy

Pals Paper Arts # 105 - Get Well Soon

Happy Tuesday Everyone,
Today's card is for the Pals Paper Arts Colour Challenge this week.  My new Stampin' Up! In Colours haven't arrived yet so I have substituted Pacific Point and Certainly Celery with Daffodil Delight. I die cut the flower petals, sponged the edges and then embossed them with my Square Lattice EB Folder.

Supplies:
Stamps: Flourishes Country Charm Labels SS 153, S/U's Sincere Salutations
Card and Papers:  Certainly Celery, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Celery, Pacific Point, Wild Wasabi
Embellishments: Doily, Brad, Pearls, Alexandria - Yellow Lace,
Tools: Big Shot, Sizzix Sizzlits Little Leaves Die, Sizzix Birds and Blossoms Die, Square Lattice EB Folder, Bone Folder, Sponges, Dry Embossing Tool, Mat Pack and Piercing Tool, Dimensionals, Dble Sided Tape, Martha Stewart Butterfly Punch
Thanks' for visiting today.  Happy Stamping!
Hugs,
Cat's Ink Siggy