First, I must thank everyone who took the time to apply to our DT call. This was the most difficult decision for me! I am always in awe of the talent that's out there. I thoroughly enjoyed stalking...er....checking out all the fabulous work from all the applicants. Unfortunately, we can't hire everyone. But, PLEASE don't give up. I will keep all the applications on file, and we often bring on guest designers, so I may be contacting you in the future.
So, without further ado....*drum roll please*, please welcome the following ladies to our DT! First, 2 new Blog Managers/Senior Scrapettes - Danielle, From Arizona, U.S.A., and Robin from Brampton, Ontario, Canada!
And, our 2 new Senior Scrapettes - Dawn, from NSW, Australia, and Donna, from the U.K.!
All four ladies will begin their roles this week! Please take a minute to check out their blogs, and leave them some love!
Thank you, once again, to ALL the applicants.
Visit the Scrapettes' personal blogs!
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Friday, May 28, 2010
A Sketch Challenge!
Good Friday to you! Kim here, hoping you've all had a wonderful week, and are enjoying some gorgeous sunshine! The weather in Southwestern Ontario, Canada has been fabulously HOT HOT HOT this week, and I've been soaking up the sun, and totally LOVING it!
Let's cut to the chase, and congratulate the winner of the adorable "Birthday Sophie"stamp from Victoria Case, exclusive to The Townscrapper. We had 25 participants this week! Woo hoo! Thank you all for playing along. This was a popular challenge, and even though I wanted Phebe to give each and every one of you a stamp, she said no....sheesh! ;) So, without further ado our lucky winner is Mandy! Here's the fabulous card she submitted for our challenge. What an adorable card! I just love the charms and, of course, the flowers and lace! I love the Magnolia stamp she used (and, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that Phebe carries Magnolia stamps at The Townscrapper)
Mandy, please contact Phebe (info@townscrapper.com or by phone at 519-882-0623) with your address information, and she will mail Birthday Sophie to you!
This week's challenge is a sketch challenge, created by Scrapette, Maria! Here's Maria's totally fab sketch:
And, some inspiration from the Scrapettes:
First - *drum roll please* - Maria is offering a sneak peek this week of a new release stamp! Introducing "Made with Love Lola!" Don't you just LOVE her? She will be available in rubber VERY soon!
Mel used "Hockey Sophie" this week, another Victoria Case image! We LOVE our hockey here in Canada, eh! ;)
Shelly, using Maggie, from The Townscrapper's Humble Pie Line:
Let's cut to the chase, and congratulate the winner of the adorable "Birthday Sophie"stamp from Victoria Case, exclusive to The Townscrapper. We had 25 participants this week! Woo hoo! Thank you all for playing along. This was a popular challenge, and even though I wanted Phebe to give each and every one of you a stamp, she said no....sheesh! ;) So, without further ado our lucky winner is Mandy! Here's the fabulous card she submitted for our challenge. What an adorable card! I just love the charms and, of course, the flowers and lace! I love the Magnolia stamp she used (and, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that Phebe carries Magnolia stamps at The Townscrapper)
Mandy, please contact Phebe (info@townscrapper.com or by phone at 519-882-0623) with your address information, and she will mail Birthday Sophie to you!
This week's challenge is a sketch challenge, created by Scrapette, Maria! Here's Maria's totally fab sketch:
And, some inspiration from the Scrapettes:
First - *drum roll please* - Maria is offering a sneak peek this week of a new release stamp! Introducing "Made with Love Lola!" Don't you just LOVE her? She will be available in rubber VERY soon!
Mel used "Hockey Sophie" this week, another Victoria Case image! We LOVE our hockey here in Canada, eh! ;)
Shelly, using Maggie, from The Townscrapper's Humble Pie Line:
Tricia - Inked up Victoria Case stamp - "The Happy Couple" - what a perfect summer wedding card image!
Awesome cards, Scrapettes! So, what do you think of Maria's sketch? Fab, eh? Well it's your turn! Create a new project for this sketch challenge, and link up your creation below by next THURSDAY, June 3rd at midnight EST. Don't forget, you MUST link back to The TownScrapper in your blog post, and you'll be eligible to win TWO stamps - Rockin' Zeke and Lola! Personally, these are my fave VC stamps! And, they are exclusive to The Townscrapper!
One last thing...the DT Call is CLOSED as of now. I have had so many applicants! Thank you, everyone, for taking the time to express your interest in becoming a Scrapette! This is a fabulous DT, and I LOVE being a part of it! If you aren't selected for this call, don't be disappointed...we often ask for guest designers, AND, we will keep all applications on file to pull from for future openings.
One last thing...the DT Call is CLOSED as of now. I have had so many applicants! Thank you, everyone, for taking the time to express your interest in becoming a Scrapette! This is a fabulous DT, and I LOVE being a part of it! If you aren't selected for this call, don't be disappointed...we often ask for guest designers, AND, we will keep all applications on file to pull from for future openings.
Have a wonderful weekend, everyone! I'll be back on Monday with our Showcase of cards.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
How to Color Match Your Embellishments
This week's tip comes from Scrapette, Maria! She has a great idea for color matching flowers, (leaves, ribbon, acrylic flowers, etc).! She keeps a stash of white flowers in different sizes on hand. When she can't find flowers to coordinate with her papers and/or colors in her image, she colors the white flowers with Copics! You can do this for leaves as well by cutting out leaves free hand or with a punch from white cardstock and then colour with Copics.
Copics are alcohol-based, so they are permanent, and mark on almost ANYTHING!
Great tip, Maria! Thanks for sharing!
Please check back on Friday for our weekly challenge, and lots of inspiration from our Scrapettes!
You still have time to play along with this week's Flowers and Lace challenge here, for your chance to win an exclusive Victoria Case rubber stamp!
And, if you would like to join this fabulous design team, we currently have a call out for designers, here!
Copics are alcohol-based, so they are permanent, and mark on almost ANYTHING!
Great tip, Maria! Thanks for sharing!
Please check back on Friday for our weekly challenge, and lots of inspiration from our Scrapettes!
You still have time to play along with this week's Flowers and Lace challenge here, for your chance to win an exclusive Victoria Case rubber stamp!
And, if you would like to join this fabulous design team, we currently have a call out for designers, here!
Monday, May 24, 2010
The Townscrapper Design Team Call
We are a growing Canadian stamp company carrying many popular stamp lines, (including Magnolia, CC Designs, Magnolia, My Favorite Things, Motivet, Whiff of Joy, Wags 'n Whiskers, CC Designs, The Greeting Farm, Kraftin' Kimmie, Hanna, Scrapmagasinet) along with our very own line of rubber stamps, illustrated by Victoria Case, and, of course, this blog! We are looking for Senior Design Team members, who have a passion for paper crafts, and rubber stamps ! Your coloring of stamped images should be your strength - whether it's with Copics, or watercolor, or any other medium. Previous Design Team experience is not necessary, but would be an asset. We welcome international applicants. You should have an active blog (post at least 3 times per week).
We will be taking submissions starting immediately, until all positions are filled (so, the sooner you apply, the better your chances!). We are currently expanding our design team. So, if you are ready to become a part of a growing stamping and paper crafts company, we want to hear from you!
As a senior member of our Design Team, you will be asked to:
Create 4 projects a month (using stamps carried by The Townscrapper), by participating in weekly blog challenges, and provide high-quality digital images of these projects to our Blog Managers.
Create 4 projects a month (using stamps carried by The Townscrapper), by participating in weekly blog challenges, and provide high-quality digital images of these projects to our Blog Managers.
You may be asked to work with digital images.
Mail two of your cards/month to Phebe at the Townscrapper, in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada
Contribute a minimum of one (papercraft) tutorial (with photos and detailed instructions) per 6-month term, and one simple"tip or trick" per month
Participate in Blog Hops, to promote release of new stamps, approximately every 2-3 months.
On a weekly basis, help promote/advertise The Townscrapper on your personal blog and to any message boards where appropriate.
Provide quality scans/photographs of all projects as well as posting any related tips/tricks
Have an active blog presence on your own personal blog (posts at least 3 times per week)
Commit to a 6-month term beginning immediately
To apply, please send the following information to Kimmer, Design Team Co-Ordinator at:
Mail two of your cards/month to Phebe at the Townscrapper, in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada
Contribute a minimum of one (papercraft) tutorial (with photos and detailed instructions) per 6-month term, and one simple"tip or trick" per month
Participate in Blog Hops, to promote release of new stamps, approximately every 2-3 months.
On a weekly basis, help promote/advertise The Townscrapper on your personal blog and to any message boards where appropriate.
Provide quality scans/photographs of all projects as well as posting any related tips/tricks
Have an active blog presence on your own personal blog (posts at least 3 times per week)
Commit to a 6-month term beginning immediately
To apply, please send the following information to Kimmer, Design Team Co-Ordinator at:
--Link to your online gallery and blog
--Provide full contact information - name, phone number, email address, and location
--Submit a short paragraph or two of why you want to be one of our designers
--List your current DT/designer/site commitment(s)
--Provide full contact information - name, phone number, email address, and location
--Submit a short paragraph or two of why you want to be one of our designers
--List your current DT/designer/site commitment(s)
As a Senior Design Team member for The Townscrapper, you will receive:
25% discount off the regular price of anything purchased from The Townscrapper
50% off one item per month
One free rubber stamp per month
The experience of working with one of the best stamp companies in the world! ;)
We look forward to seeing your beautiful creations. Good luck!!
50% off one item per month
One free rubber stamp per month
The experience of working with one of the best stamp companies in the world! ;)
We look forward to seeing your beautiful creations. Good luck!!
* The Townscrapper website is currently under construction. Online shopping will be available soon! In the interim, orders are welcome via email (info@thetownscrapper.com) or telephone (519-882-0623).
Another fabulous TownScrapper spotlight!
Welcome to another Monday, friends of The TownScrapper!
Do you know what Mondays are all about? Well, if you're not already aware, we're more than just a challenge blog here - we represent Phebe Meeder and her store in Petrolia, Ontario! She carries TONS of wonderful crafting products, including a great selection of rubber stamps from some of your favorite companies, as well as papers and embellishments to help you complete your cards and scrapbook pages.
So on Mondays, we like to show you what OTHER gorgeous stamps Phebe carries. Today, we have a nice little mix from our Scrapettes. Get a load of these!
Kim S (who worked with one of our Victoria Case exclusive stamps, "Zeke"):
Maria (who opted for the CC Designs Sugarplums, "Spring Emma" and "Swing"):
Leah (who played with a Kraftin' Kimmie stamp, "Marie Antoinette"):
SOOOOOO... if you see something you like, you can always drop Phebe a line at info@TownScrapper.com or call her up at (519) 882-0623 - she provides OUTSTANDING customer service, is obviously very passionate about crafting as she's a crafty gal herself, and she ships worldwide, with wonderfully reasonable prices and shipping rates!
Join us on Wednesday for another helpful tip for you crafty folks out there!
Do you know what Mondays are all about? Well, if you're not already aware, we're more than just a challenge blog here - we represent Phebe Meeder and her store in Petrolia, Ontario! She carries TONS of wonderful crafting products, including a great selection of rubber stamps from some of your favorite companies, as well as papers and embellishments to help you complete your cards and scrapbook pages.
So on Mondays, we like to show you what OTHER gorgeous stamps Phebe carries. Today, we have a nice little mix from our Scrapettes. Get a load of these!
Kim S (who worked with one of our Victoria Case exclusive stamps, "Zeke"):
Maria (who opted for the CC Designs Sugarplums, "Spring Emma" and "Swing"):
Leah (who played with a Kraftin' Kimmie stamp, "Marie Antoinette"):
SOOOOOO... if you see something you like, you can always drop Phebe a line at info@TownScrapper.com or call her up at (519) 882-0623 - she provides OUTSTANDING customer service, is obviously very passionate about crafting as she's a crafty gal herself, and she ships worldwide, with wonderfully reasonable prices and shipping rates!
Join us on Wednesday for another helpful tip for you crafty folks out there!
Friday, May 21, 2010
Sketch winner, and FLOWERS AND LACE challenge!
Good Friday to you! Leah here, hoping you've all had a wonderful week, and are enjoying some gorgeous sunshine! (Those of you joining us from overseas, hope you're staying warm and dry!)
Let's cut to the chase, and congratulate the winner of the adorable Bumblebee Hansel stamp from CC Designs.... Our lucky winner is
MINA!
Here's the fabulous card she submitted for our sketch challenge (I absolutely LOVE the softness of the plush lion with her papers - TOO CUTE!):
Mina, please send your mailing address to Phebe at info@townscrapper.com and she'll get your Hansel stamp in the mail! :)
Today, part two of the Mother-Daughters spotlight on the Boyds, Lori, Hannah and Ella! You saw some of their work on Monday, and they have joined us for the next challenge, which is......
FLOWERS AND LACE!
Easy peasy, right? We want to see BOTH on your creations (please note that we're not just talking about flowers on your patterned paper, but actual textured embellies, and lace has to be lace, not just any kind of ribbon - a border punch will work though!), and we are SURE the projects are going to be beautiful!
Feast your eyes on what the Boyds have done with this one!
Lori:
Hannah:
THANK YOU so much to the Boyds for joining us this week - it's been a pleasure sharing the stage with you girls, and we loved what you all did with the Victoria Case stamps!
And some eye-candy from our Scrapettes....
Ann:
Kelly:
Krista:
Lisa:
Shelly:
Zoe:
So how ya like DEM apples? Fabulous, no? Well it's your turn! Create a new project for this FLOWERS AND LACE challenge, and link up your creation below by next THURSDAY, May 27th at midnight EST. Don't forget, you MUST link back to The TownScrapper in your blog post, and you'll be eligible to win THIS stamp, a Victoria Case original, exclusive to The TownScrapper! This is "Birthday Sophie" (and an example of what GORGEOUSNESS can be made with her - courtesy of our Scrapette Melanie):
So get craftin', have fun, and good luck! We'll be back Monday with a brand new TownScrapper spotlight!
Let's cut to the chase, and congratulate the winner of the adorable Bumblebee Hansel stamp from CC Designs.... Our lucky winner is
MINA!
Here's the fabulous card she submitted for our sketch challenge (I absolutely LOVE the softness of the plush lion with her papers - TOO CUTE!):
Mina, please send your mailing address to Phebe at info@townscrapper.com and she'll get your Hansel stamp in the mail! :)
Today, part two of the Mother-Daughters spotlight on the Boyds, Lori, Hannah and Ella! You saw some of their work on Monday, and they have joined us for the next challenge, which is......
FLOWERS AND LACE!
Easy peasy, right? We want to see BOTH on your creations (please note that we're not just talking about flowers on your patterned paper, but actual textured embellies, and lace has to be lace, not just any kind of ribbon - a border punch will work though!), and we are SURE the projects are going to be beautiful!
Feast your eyes on what the Boyds have done with this one!
Lori:
Hannah:
THANK YOU so much to the Boyds for joining us this week - it's been a pleasure sharing the stage with you girls, and we loved what you all did with the Victoria Case stamps!
And some eye-candy from our Scrapettes....
Ann:
Kelly:
Krista:
Lisa:
Shelly:
Zoe:
So how ya like DEM apples? Fabulous, no? Well it's your turn! Create a new project for this FLOWERS AND LACE challenge, and link up your creation below by next THURSDAY, May 27th at midnight EST. Don't forget, you MUST link back to The TownScrapper in your blog post, and you'll be eligible to win THIS stamp, a Victoria Case original, exclusive to The TownScrapper! This is "Birthday Sophie" (and an example of what GORGEOUSNESS can be made with her - courtesy of our Scrapette Melanie):
So get craftin', have fun, and good luck! We'll be back Monday with a brand new TownScrapper spotlight!
Monday, May 17, 2010
The Boyds ROCKIN The Townscrapper Spotlight
Welcome to our 3rd and last Mother-Daughter Spotlight. We are just tickled pink to have the super talented Rockin Lori and her gorgeously sweet daughters Hannah and Ella with us this week. Prepare to be inspired by these lovely ladies.
Here's a bit about each and their wonderful creations with the exclusive Victoria Case design for The Townscrapper.
It is here in the beautiful Bluegrass State aka Kentucky...that I love, homeschool and have fun with 5 sweet little bugs who call me Mommy!! Together Eric and I have 3 - Hannah -13, Landon - 6 and Ella - 5 and feel honored to have been blessed with 2 little boys, McCoy - 3 and Jussie - 2, who needed a good and safe home. I am very thankful for my family. I am also thankful for all the wonderful, kind and caring friends that God has brought into my life through stamping, paper crafting and blogging!! Friends like all of you!! I started stamping/card making here and there 4 years ago, but have only been stamping on a regular basis for about a year. I love card making...It's like therapy to me!!!!!
I am addicted to Designer Paper. My favorite embellishments are ribbon and buttons. I am crazy for Polka Dots and the greatest color in the world is PINK!!! I'm super excited to be able to join in The Townscrapper's Mother's Day festivities!! It's an honor!! Thanks so much Zoe and Phebe!!!
Hi! My name is Hannah Boyd, but my family has called me Hannah Bug for as long as I can remember, which is why I called my blog Hannah Bug. I am a Christian, homeschooled daughter to my two wonderful parents, Lori and Eric. I have 3 rowdy little brothers (Landon, McCoy and Juss) and 1 sweet little sister (Ella). I love my family very much. I love to draw, paint, take pictures and make cards. My Mom lets me use just about all of her craft stuff and that makes me sooooo happy!! I was so excited and couldn't believe it when my Mom told me, that we were asked to be featured in the Mommy-Daughter Spotlight at The Townscrapper. Thank you so much Ms. Zoe and Ms. Phebe! My Mom is so proud of me because she loves card making too and we love to make cards together!!! This is so exciting, so fun to see what else God has in store for me, because He isn't finished with me yet!!! My Mom is my bestest friend and I love her very very much! Happy Mother's Day Momma!!
Hi! My name is Ella Boyd. I am 5 years old. I like my Mommy and Daddy. I like to play with Hannah. I love Stickers!! I love to play with my friends. And I got to make a card with Mommy's Copics and I was very careful and like to listen to music and dance. I like my card 'cause I like the girl and her necklace and her dress and her shoes. I love everybody so much and that is it!!
Feast your eyes on these FABULOUS cards!
We are so happy that Lori and her beautiful daughters Hannah and Ella joined us today. Aren't they just the bubbliest and the sweetest! Thank you so much ladies for joining us. We've had so much fun getting to know you and look forward to playing with you this Friday for our next challenge.
Enjoy your Monday and don't forget to join in our Sketch challenge HERE.
Here's a bit about each and their wonderful creations with the exclusive Victoria Case design for The Townscrapper.
Hi My name is LORI BOYD. The most important thing I'd like you to know about me is that I love the Lord with all my heart, He is the King of my life!!! He has blessed me with a wonderful, Godly husband, Eric, who loves me just the way I am and lovingly supports my addiction to stamping, scrapping and card making!! He is my Prince Charming and I truly believe God made him just for me!
It is here in the beautiful Bluegrass State aka Kentucky...that I love, homeschool and have fun with 5 sweet little bugs who call me Mommy!! Together Eric and I have 3 - Hannah -13, Landon - 6 and Ella - 5 and feel honored to have been blessed with 2 little boys, McCoy - 3 and Jussie - 2, who needed a good and safe home. I am very thankful for my family. I am also thankful for all the wonderful, kind and caring friends that God has brought into my life through stamping, paper crafting and blogging!! Friends like all of you!! I started stamping/card making here and there 4 years ago, but have only been stamping on a regular basis for about a year. I love card making...It's like therapy to me!!!!!
I own The Pink Elephant Challenge blog. I design for Die Cuts R Us, Mo's Digital Pencil, Wild Flower Kids, Claudia and Company and Crazy 4 Challenges. And have been recently blessed to add stamp artist to my design resume with the release of my Lollipop Collection (Coming Soon to Claudia and Co.), along with my new line called The Puddle Jumpers also at Claudia and Company. I'm a Scrap Club leader, Owner and Artist for my small at home business, By LORi Designs, where I hand paint on plates, platters, tote bags, etc.
I have always enjoyed everything creative...Drawing, Quilting, Painting and Photography, just to name a few. I now have a crafting buddy in my oldest daughter, Hannah...she is my best friend and my inspiration. I thank God for her daily!!
I have always enjoyed everything creative...Drawing, Quilting, Painting and Photography, just to name a few. I now have a crafting buddy in my oldest daughter, Hannah...she is my best friend and my inspiration. I thank God for her daily!!
I am addicted to Designer Paper. My favorite embellishments are ribbon and buttons. I am crazy for Polka Dots and the greatest color in the world is PINK!!! I'm super excited to be able to join in The Townscrapper's Mother's Day festivities!! It's an honor!! Thanks so much Zoe and Phebe!!!
Feast your eyes on these FABULOUS cards!
Lori (using Birthday Sophie)
Hannah (using Birdi-ful Sophie)
Ella (using Birthday Sophie)
We are so happy that Lori and her beautiful daughters Hannah and Ella joined us today. Aren't they just the bubbliest and the sweetest! Thank you so much ladies for joining us. We've had so much fun getting to know you and look forward to playing with you this Friday for our next challenge.
Enjoy your Monday and don't forget to join in our Sketch challenge HERE.
Friday, May 14, 2010
The FAIRBAIRNS are here! plus a winner, and a CC Designs prize!
The weekend has arrived! Welcome to another fabulous Friday at The TownScrapper!
To start things off, we'd like to congratulate our winner from last week's Pink and Purple challenge - there were some FANTASTIC entries, and we're sure you're anxious to hear who will receive the adorable Honey Tilda stamp. Without further ado, a very happy congratulations goes out to MARCIA, from CiaB's Crafty Times! Here's Marcia's entry:
Now, on to this week's excitement... We're thrilled to share some more beautiful work from our Mother-Daughter team, Nikki and Zoe Fairbairn today, in celebration of Mother's MONTH! :) They've each created a card for this week's challenge, and Nikki provided the Scrapettes with her great sketch, so we played along. Here's Nikki's sketch, and YOUR NEW CHALLENGE:
To start things off, we'd like to congratulate our winner from last week's Pink and Purple challenge - there were some FANTASTIC entries, and we're sure you're anxious to hear who will receive the adorable Honey Tilda stamp. Without further ado, a very happy congratulations goes out to MARCIA, from CiaB's Crafty Times! Here's Marcia's entry:
Marcia, please send your full name and mailing address to Phebe at info@TownScrapper.com, and she will send your prize out for you to enjoy. Thanks for playing - we loved your sweet girlie card! :)
Now, on to this week's excitement... We're thrilled to share some more beautiful work from our Mother-Daughter team, Nikki and Zoe Fairbairn today, in celebration of Mother's MONTH! :) They've each created a card for this week's challenge, and Nikki provided the Scrapettes with her great sketch, so we played along. Here's Nikki's sketch, and YOUR NEW CHALLENGE:
OOOH, we had a lot of fun with this one! Let's take a look at our featured designers' work, shall we? Here's what Zoe did with her mom's sketch, using Rockstar Lola:
GORGEOUS! (this would have been perfect for last week's Pink and Purple challenge, too!) Love how she's kept the card to a simple three-color scheme, making that purple just POP! Isn't that big purple flower FABBY?!
And here's Nikki's lovely creation, using Zeke:
And here's Nikki's lovely creation, using Zeke:
The funky burlap trim goes PERFECTLY with the grid paper, and how cute are those mini-buttons?! It has sure been a pleasure having Nikki and Zoe with us this week - thank you, ladies, for sharing your work with us, and showing us what you can do with these Victoria Case stamps, exclusive to The TownScrapper!
Friends, drop by their personal blogs and visit Nikki and Zoe to see the rest of their fabulous creations! You'll want to grab something to drink, because you'll be there a while!
Here's what the rest of the Scrapettes did for this challenge...
Friends, drop by their personal blogs and visit Nikki and Zoe to see the rest of their fabulous creations! You'll want to grab something to drink, because you'll be there a while!
Here's what the rest of the Scrapettes did for this challenge...
Lisa (using Rockstar Zeke):
Tricia (using Lola):
Krista (using Lela - love the bookmark!):
Kim S. (using Rockstar Lola):
Kim B. (using Lola):
Maria (using the brand new Soccer Mitch!):
Phebe (using Loving Hug):
and another from Phebe (using Under the Tree):
and Leah (using Sophie's Garden):
Okay friends, here's your cue! Work your magic with Nikki's awesome sketch,
and you could win THIS:
and you could win THIS:
We LOVE C.C. Designs stamps, and this little "Bumblebee Hansel" is just adorable! Enter our challenge and be sure your NEWLY-CREATED projects are linked up by next THURSDAY, May 20th, at midnight EST (don't forget to LINK BACK TO US IN YOUR BLOG POST), and Phebe might be sending you this super-cute rubber stamp! She sells MANY of the C.C. Designs stamps, and SO many other fantastic rubber stamp lines, and she's happy to ship worldwide, so drop her a line anytime at info@TownScrapper.com, or give her a call at 519-882-0623.
Happy crafting, friends! See you Monday with another AMAZING Mother-Daughter team and more inspiration!
Happy crafting, friends! See you Monday with another AMAZING Mother-Daughter team and more inspiration!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Tutorial: Creating TEXTURE with your Copics!
Hello Ladies! Welcome to Wednesday at The Townscrapper! We are thrilled to bring you a Copic coloring tutorial by Senior Scrapette, Ann!
Ann is teaching us how to add some texture to your colored images. Like THIS:
Here's what Ann wants us to know:
I used my Colorless Blender solution with this technique. It’s really easy to do, just takes a little practice.
Materials:
- Stamped image that has some big areas (make sure to stamp with an ink that works with Copics like Memento ink)
- Copics
- Paper (use Neenah or Bazzill simply smooth formerly Prism)
- Scrap paper (that is white) to protect your surface
- Blender solution
- A face cloth
Start by coloring your stamped image and do all your shading etc.
Make sure your have your scratch paper underneath and it must not have any other ink on it or it will bleed into your colors once the blender is mixed in.
Make sure the colors are all dry
Next - dab your cloth with blender solution and start dabbing it on your stamped image. Start with a little bit, you can always add more but once it’s on there, it’s on and the colors will change.
Keep going until you get your desired effect.
You can try this with other texture items to get different effects. Examples: paper towel, ribbon, burlap etc.
That's it! Thank you, Ann, for sharing your skills with us.
Don't forget, you still have time to enter this week's Pink and Purple Challenge, for a chance to
win a Magnolia stamp - "Honey Tilda"! Isn't she CUTE?
win a Magnolia stamp - "Honey Tilda"! Isn't she CUTE?
Introducing.........Mother-Daughter Spotlight #2
Yesterday we celebrated Mother's Day in Canada and the USA. Hope mothers everywhere enjoyed their special day!
Welcome to the second edition of The Townscrapper's Mother-Daughter Spotlight. We're so excited to introduce the very talented dynamic mother-daughter duo, Nikki and Zoe Fairbairn from the UK.
Hi, my name is Nikki and I am married to Gary and we have two beautiful daughters, Danni 5 and Zoe 10. I started crafting in December 2007 using my Cricut Expression and have been stamping since Feb 2008. I am also proud to be Lead Diva for High Hopes Rubber Stamps as well as co-run the A Spoon Full of Sugar Challenge Blog with my friend Debbie.
My favourite colouring medium is my Prisma Pencils, which I blend using sansodor but I love to give anything a try and am playing with Copics now too! I also run an online craft store, Bunny-Zoe's Crafts and co-own the stamp company, Wags 'n Whiskers. I share all my creations on my blog, Bunny-Zoe's.
Hello, my name is Zoe and I am 10 years old. I have a 5 year-old sister named Danni and two playful cats named Gemma and Bella. I like to make cards with my mum and post them on my blog, Zoe's Blog.
What a treat to have Nikki and Danni with us this week and look at their amazing creations using The Townscrapper's exclusive Victoria Case designs. Nikki has used one of her fabulous layouts to showcase Lola and has of course coloured her wonderfully. The gem in her hair and on her purse along with the sentiment are just perfect for our Lola.
Look at Zoe's smashin' creation using Rockstar Zeke. Her colouring is fabulous too and the buttons are perfect for this rockin' dude. Zoe certainly has her own flair and style but you can see that she takes after her awesome mum.
Now you know why we call these lovely ladies a dynamic duo. A special heartfelt thanks to Nikki and Zoe for joining us this week at The Townscrapper. It has been a pleasure having you with us.
Hope everyone has a great start to their week and don't forget to join in The Townscrapper's weekly challenge HERE. This week we're challenging you to use pink and purple on your creations and the prize is the Honey Tilda stamp by Magnolia.
Welcome to the second edition of The Townscrapper's Mother-Daughter Spotlight. We're so excited to introduce the very talented dynamic mother-daughter duo, Nikki and Zoe Fairbairn from the UK.
My favourite colouring medium is my Prisma Pencils, which I blend using sansodor but I love to give anything a try and am playing with Copics now too! I also run an online craft store, Bunny-Zoe's Crafts and co-own the stamp company, Wags 'n Whiskers. I share all my creations on my blog, Bunny-Zoe's.
What a treat to have Nikki and Danni with us this week and look at their amazing creations using The Townscrapper's exclusive Victoria Case designs. Nikki has used one of her fabulous layouts to showcase Lola and has of course coloured her wonderfully. The gem in her hair and on her purse along with the sentiment are just perfect for our Lola.
Look at Zoe's smashin' creation using Rockstar Zeke. Her colouring is fabulous too and the buttons are perfect for this rockin' dude. Zoe certainly has her own flair and style but you can see that she takes after her awesome mum.
Now you know why we call these lovely ladies a dynamic duo. A special heartfelt thanks to Nikki and Zoe for joining us this week at The Townscrapper. It has been a pleasure having you with us.
Hope everyone has a great start to their week and don't forget to join in The Townscrapper's weekly challenge HERE. This week we're challenging you to use pink and purple on your creations and the prize is the Honey Tilda stamp by Magnolia.
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