Wednesday, April 1, 2009

No Foolin'!!

Happy April 1st everyone!!! Can you believe it's April already? Wow--no April Fool's Day jokes from me today--don't really like that tradition, LOl! But I sure do have a Super LONG post for ya today since its the first of the month! I won't ramble on, but get right down to business....make sure to read to the end, 'kay!!! (NOTE: all of the projects on this post are up for sale in my Etsy shop for those interested--link on sidebar)

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First up is my card for April's Magnolia-licious DT Sketch (pic above)! I actually documented my cardmaking process (making this card) on video for you, so you can see my creative process from start to finish (if you're interested, hee hee)! Video link below & on sidebar!

These are 2 new stamps from the Easter Collection over at Magnolia-licious--I used "Edwin, is this your Egg?" and "Wagon with Eggs"! Aren't they cute! Instead of making it for Easter, I decided to make it more versatile for any occasion! My dp is from Chatterbox and DCWV paired w/ Coredinations cs and Kraft cs. I added a raffia bow, flower soft (that I custom mixed w/ 3 colors--sunshine yellow, nut brown, ivory) to the hay and diamond glaze to the eggs! I distressed the image with my Tim Holtz Inkssentials Foam Blending Tool (buy HERE & buy extra sponges too). Whaddya think? I love it!

**Video Link for my "Card Making Process" right HERE!! **


Second project today uses BRAND-SPANKIN' NEW stamps from H&M Stamps called "Fairy Tale Wedding"! This set has such beautiful images & sentiments included--I love it! There are 2 other sets that are being released today too--you can check them all out HERE!

I decided to create a card and a little gift. I really wanted this beautiful bride image to be framed, so I kept it simple and embellishments all one color.

I used Angel Wingz Shimmerz on her dress and Liquid Pearls on her jewelry. This shimmery white cs is from PTI--so pretty! I used my SU corner punch on the corners and then cut them out & used my SU scallop border punch on the ends to make my "corners"(usin' what ya have)! I embellished them with tiny white pearls.

I picked up a bunch of these pretty frames (in different colors) from Michaels knowing that I would use them eventually, lol! I created a pretty insert using some more stamps from the set and embellishing w/ pearls and this white, sparkly flower. I think this would be a sweet gift or wedding favor for guests--you can remove the insert & put a picture inside!


It's also time for the Project of the Month for Whiff of Joy! This month we needed to create Easter/Spring packaging or gifts. I picked up some of these small, white cotton totebags from Michaels for gifts. I stamped directly on the bag with my "Willow w/ Flower Basket" and colored w/ my Copics. The swirl stamps are stamped with PTI's "Berry Sorbet" Palette Ink.

I hand-stitched the bow/ribbon/tag directly to the bag handle and filled it with Cadbury Eggs (in cellophane bag)--YUM!

I made a matching card using the cute "Easter Egg Basket" stamp and dp/cs from PTI. I added a few stickles to the eggs for shimmer! Make sure and stop by the Whiff of Joy store to see the rest of the DT's GORGEOUS (breathtaking) Easter projects---you will love them!!


**Face colors used: E11, E00, E000, R20, stamps from Magnolia-licious**

This is a Sneakie-Peekie of a card I made for the NEW Copic Challenge Blog "Copic-Creations"! This new blog will be both a technique & a challenge blog for using copics. The DT will have projects up on the 1st & 15th of each month with a theme that you can participate in & win a nice gift! This time we're focusing on skin tones & techniques--so hop on over to see what its all about! You're sure to recognize some of the talented DT members and see all the fabulous projects including mine :o)


Hope you enjoyed all my projects today and my long blog post, hee hee! All of these items are up in my Etsy store too!



See ya back here tomorrow with just (1) project--LOL!!



hugz,
Suzanne

30 comments:

  1. Wonderful you busy lady! Wish I could try all of these lovely projects and that we would have "Michaels" in Sweden too. Kramisar - Anki

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  2. These projects are very great..!!
    I went to the copic challenge but there was no post for today.. am I doing something wrong..???

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  3. Awwwwesome projects Suazanne!!! They are goooorgeous!!! I love the tote and that you stamped right on it and colored with Copics! *swoons* Miss yooooou!!!

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  4. Wow Suzanne! You are rockin' out these projects! Love them all...wonderful H & M projects! Love that frame idea!

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  5. What absolutely gorgeous projects. I love them all but especially like the wedding items - very elegant and beautiful.

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  6. Suzanne! Every single one of these is amazing. Love them all. So, do you sleep...ever? How do you manage to create so many gorgeous projects, tutorials (loving them) and fun blog postings? I need to know your secret! Hugs Jeanette

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  7. Oh, what a great post! I love everything on it. This is one of my favorite Edwins and I love the card. The flower soft is a perfect mix for this and I love customizing the colors! Great idea! That Easter bag and card are too adorable! I'm off to check out more tutorials! And the off to the Copic Challenge! You're amazing!

    Hugs to you,

    Susan

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  8. All the projects are so beautiful and pretty! And H&M's new set!! What a pretty image!

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  9. Wowzer. What beautiful projects. I love them all. I am just speachless. So lovely!

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  10. Absolutely fabulous projects Suzanne!! Great video too!!

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  11. Holy smokes girl!!! Do you ever sleep???? These are all fantastic cards and projects!! Love that Edwin with the egg and chicken. I must get that stamp! Too cute! Great projects and will hopefully be able to check out your video tonight. I don't think there's anything you can't do! :) hugs!

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  12. Beautiful!!! And I have to say you are killing me. I was happy just just knowing one or two stamp companies. Now I have wish lists for H&M, Magnolias, Whiff of Joy and of course Copics!

    Great Blog!

    Smiles,
    Lisette

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  13. Beautiful creations Suzanne. That partial image of the bride is just beautiful. The decorated canvas bag is just darling. I should try that. Still enough time to make as easter gifts.

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  14. These are great projects and you did a wonderful job with your card for copic creations!! Love that you mixed up the flowersoft on the wagon of eggs, it looks perfect!!
    Hugs,
    Jodi =)

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  15. Waw amaizing project you made! Hugs, Moni

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  16. Wonderful job today - you've been one busy lady! You H&M set is just stunning!

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  17. Suzanne you could not be any more of a genius. These are so brilliant and so beautiful! I just adore coming to your blog! You have the best ideas and are so inspirational. I cannot wait to try these projects out. They are stunning and your coloring is amazing! YOu are incredible with that flower soft!

    Smiles,
    janna

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  18. These projects are super cute!! Great gift ideas!!! I love that little tote bag, so cute!! I love them all!

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  19. OK all I'm going to say is WOW!!! You rock!! Blessings and hugs!!

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  20. Oh my goodness these projects are just AWESOME!! Holy cow!! So much inspiration here. Beautiful work Suzanne!

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  21. So many gorgeous projects!! That Edwin card is amazing - love the warm colors and the shiny eggs!!

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  22. Your projects are all beautiful! I absolutely love the bridal projects best!

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  23. WHOA! This blog is TOTALLY filled with GOOD STUFFFFF!!! Love your copic coloring..it is GRRRREAT!!!

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  24. Hi Suzanne,
    fantastic projects they are all amazing and am sure that they will sell like hot cakes in you Etsy store.
    hugs rachxx

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  25. Hi Suzanne! Love your egg wagon with Edwin and his prize hen (?)!
    It is funny we happended to use the same image!

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  26. WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!! I AM IN AMAZEMENT SUZANNE!!!! LOVE the Willow bag! That is STUNNING!!! Can you tell me what type of ink you use to stamp willow on your bag! I would love to make one of these for my little cousin!!! :) Did you color then with your Copics directly on the bag? Thanks in advance for the info! Great great great project hun!
    Hugs~ Kim

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  27. Holy moly!! You are a stamping machine! All amazing projects Suzanne! I especially love your Copics card. Glad you are on the team! :)

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  28. Your cards are awesome, Suzanne. Love your Tilda's, and the one you did for the Copic challenge is adorable. Your coloring is beautiful.

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  29. Wow, stunning creations!!!!! Love, love that wedding card. Hugs, Christina

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I appreciate all your lovely comments and taking the time to stop by! hugz,Suzanne

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