~ There She Goes.......~

It is appropriate that we use the name of this stamp company "There She Goes..." as we say a fond farewell to our very first Trendie, Christine Okken. Christine has done an amazing job over the last two months. She has completely rocked the TSG label.

First......Look at that beautiful smiling face :) Christine is such a joy to work with and we all wish her the very best. Hopefully, we'll see more There She Goes creations in Christine's future!

I wanted to share a few of my favorite ChristineCreations:

She totally blew me away with the Love Birds set!

This Wish Big card surely brought a BIG smile to it's recipient!

I kid you not, I didn't even SEE the topiary in the Season's Greeting set until I saw this jaw dropping card.

And of course, Christine has cattitude (in a good way), so this beauty was perfect to share.

Please make sure you come back to "visit", Christine. You'll always be one of us!

Love Birds / Sentimental Blog Hop Challenge

You’ll fall love with “Love Birds”. This set, illustrated by Torico, showcases a number of prim-and-proper birdies just dying to enhance your lovely creations. With accents like a scroll-like bird cage, beautiful branch, and whimsical sentiments this stamp set will make your heart got pitter-pat!

Love Birds is a 4x8 stamp set that includes a total of 18 stamps and will sell for $18 (Illustrated by Torico)

“Sentimental” is a must-have set for any card maker! A combination of type print and the scriptive handwriting of our very own Julie Lacey are showcased beautifully. These sentiments are not only versatile, but can be also used for everyday creations.

Sentimental is a 2x6 mini set that includes a total of 6 stamps and will sell for $7

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Would you like a chance to win the Sentimental and Love Birds stamp sets? Here’s what you need to do- go to each of the Trendsetter’s Blogs and leave a comment on their Sentimental/Love Birds Blog Hop Challenge post. After you have finished checking out the eye candy and have left some love, return to the TSG Blog and add your name to the Mr. Linky at the bottom of this Blog Hop Challenge post. A winner will be chosen randomly using a random number generator to receive their very own “Sentimental”/”Love Birds” stamp set. The winner will be announced Saturday (Jan. 1st) during the Release Party Chat.

The first stop on this hop is Alex but I've included links to everyone participating in this hop just in case you get lost along the way!

Alex Maldonado
Angela Thomas
Christine Okken
Corinna McGregor
Holly McMillen
Iwona Palamountain
Jessica Knutsen
Jessie Rone
Jodi Collins
Julie Lacey
Kim Teasdale
Piali Biswas
Sandra MacLean
Torico

Happy Hopping!

Buckets Of Love Blog Hop Challenge

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, you will definitely want to invest in a stamp set that is not only whimsical, but also versatile. Staying true to Torico’s clean and magical illustration style, this set features a bucket and a barrel that can be filled with all sorts of goodies (and the sentiments are to die for as well)! You’ll enjoy hours of creating and coloring with this fabulous set!

Buckets of Love is a 4x6 stamp set that includes a total of 18 stamps and will sell for $15

Would you like a chance to win the “Buckets of Love” stamp set? Here’s what you need to do- go to each of the Trendsetter’s Blogs and leave a comment on their “Buckets of Love” Blog Hop Challenge post. After you have finished checking out the eye candy and have left some love, return to the TSG Blog and add your name to the Mr. Linky at the bottom of this Blog Hop Challenge post. A winner will be chosen randomly using a random number generator to receive their very own “Buckets of Love” stamp set. The winner will be announced Saturday (Jan. 1st) during the Release Party Chat.

The first stop on this hop is Alex but I've included links to everyone participating in this hop just in case you get lost along the way!

Alex Maldonado
Angela Thomas
Christine Okken
Corinna McGregor
Holly McMillen
Iwona Palamountain
Jessica Knutsen
Jessie Rone
Jodi Collins
Julie Lacey
Kim Teasdale
Piali Biswas
Sandra MacLean
Torico

Happy Hopping!

Wonderful Winter Wishes Blog Hop Challenge

Today marks the beginning of our sneak peeks of this month’s new releases.  This first set, illustrated by Torico, showcases some precious images of children enjoying their snowy environment. It never fails, just when you think that you have sent out Christmas cards to everyone on your list, you will receive one in the mail that makes you say 'I forgot to send them one!'. This stamp set is perfect for making cards to send after the holidays to let those people know that you care (even if you did forget to send one earlier hee hee)!

Wonderful Winter Wishes is a 4x6 stamp set that includes a total of 12 stamps and will sell for $15

Would you like a chance to win the “Wonderful Winter Wishes” stamp set? Here’s what you need to do- go to each of the Trendsetter’s Blogs and leave a comment on their “Wonderful Winter Wishes” Blog Hop Challenge post. After you have finished checking out the eye candy and have left some love, return to the TSG Blog and add your name to the Mr. Linky at the bottom of this Blog Hop Challenge post. A winner will be chosen randomly using a random number generator to receive their very own “Wonderful Winter Wishes” stamp set. The winner will be announced Saturday (Jan. 1st) during the Release Party Chat.

The first stop on this hop is Alex but I've included links to everyone participating in this hop just in case you get lost along the way!

Alex Maldonado
Angela Thomas
Christine Okken
Corinna McGregor
Holly McMillen
Iwona Palamountain
Jessica Knutsen
Jessie Rone
Jodi Collins
Julie Lacey
Kim Teasdale
Piali Biswas
Sandra MacLean
Torico

Happy Hopping!

TSG87- Recycle It

*Scroll down for last week's WIR winner!

Its two days after Christmas, and your house is a mess from all of the holiday celebrations! This week we want you to recycle something from Christmas to create a non-Christmas card. You can use wrapping paper, bows, ornaments, core gated cardboard, etc…the possibilities are endless! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

To be eligible for the giveaway, you are to create a card that utilizes your recycled Christmas scraps, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (Jan. 3rd). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the look out to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG87 so we can check out your beautiful work!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!
~ Iwona
~ Piali
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Winner from last week's TSG86 Button It Up Challenge: Sheena B.
Random Integer Generator
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Timestamp: 2010-12-27 05:05:22 UTC

Week In Review (Dec. 20-26) & Card Give Away!

Winner from last week's WIR for Dec. 13-19: Lisa Lynn
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:6
Timestamp: 2010-12-27 05:07:23 UTC


What is Week In Review (WIR)?- WIR is where we showcase cards made by the Trendsetters and myself throughout the week. Not only to you get to see gorgeous projects made using TSG stamps, but you also have a chance to WIN one of these cards! Leave a comment on this post and next WIR I will choose a winner using a random number generator. That person will then get to pick out their favorite card and the Trendsetter that created it will send it to them :)

Iwona

Iwona

Iwona

Piali

Torico

Torico

Torico

Angela

Angela

Angela

Kim

Jessie



Jessie

Dollar Find Friday - 2011 calendar

Happy Christmas Eve! It's Iwona here, and today I'm bringing you an idea for a great new year's gift - a quick & simple to make fridge calendar.
All you need to make one is a magnetic clip (you can buy these in an office supply store - I got mine for 2 or 3 dollars), a printer, some TSG stamps and a colouring medium of your choice! :)

I printed out my calendar pages on good, sturdy paper (250gsm). The template is designed by my hubby, and I'm willing to share the .pdf file with anyone interested (please email me at iwona_estera@wp.pl).

There's a different stamped image on each page, I coloured them all with watercolour pencils & blender.

There are many different ways that you can dress up or present your calendar. This is an easy option, but I'd love to see what other ideas you've got! If you happen to make one, please link up your creation at the bottom of this post, so that we can check it out!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TSG FANS!!!!

Trendsetting Spotlight on Emma!

It's time for the Trendsetting Spotlight! Each Thursday we feature a card made by someone who has participated in the previous week's TSG Challenge. Would you like to be in the Trendsetting Spotlight?? Join in the fun by participating in our weekly challenges posted every Monday!

This week's spotlight is on Emma!

Emma made this adorable card for our Kids card challenge. 

 I just love it!  So trendy using the beautiful sparkle paper and the gorgeously colored image. Here's a little bit about Emma:

1.     When did you discover stamping?  I’ve been stamping almost as long as I’ve been scrapbooking, over 10 years, but didn’t really ‘get it’ until I discovered clear stamps.  I had a CTMH party and joined up soon after.  Two years later, I have a huge collection from many companies – and I cling mount any rubber stamps.  About the same time, I got into making my own cards – I hate giving the stores $5.00 for a plain card!

2.      What is your "go to" embellishment? I’ve always struggled with embellishments – I can play around with placement for ages and never be happy.  I do love ribbon though, and you can’t go wrong with a pretty bow!  Anything sparkly is pretty good too, but I have sworn off chipboard letters as the stash was starting to get ridiculous.

3.     What is your favorite new tool?  I’m not sure if they’re a favourite yet, but I just got my first batch of Copics.  I think they’re going to take some practice, so I’ve been watching a lot of You tube videos.  Otherwise, I’m not so much about the latest and greatest, but the old standbys.  I love, love my Cuttlebug, Nesties and embossing folders, I use them all the time.

4.     Tell us a little about yourself.  I have 1 hubby, 2 really busy boys, 1 mini van and a dog – which, along with a full time job as an aircraft maintenance planner keep me really busy.  Scrapping’ with friends is a great way to relax and have fun.  DH says I’m only allowed to scrap since I’m good at it, but he thinks I should do more pages and less cards!

Well, we agree with Emma's husband, she is good at it and we can't wait to see what you come up with next. You can find Emma on her blog, Paper Addicts Anonymous.  And you could find YOURSELF in the spotlight by participating in our weekly Monday challenge. So get crafting!! :-D 

 

Wednesday Trends - gift voucher holders!

Hello, it's Iwona here, chiming in with a Wednesday Trends post!
Tis' the season of giving, so why not make some holders for gift vouchers? I prepared a couple for Christmas, and they hold a full-page, printed out vouchers, that I folded in three.
I used the adorable penguin from the Penguin Pals set, and coloured it with my Copics & watercolour pencils.

I added some glitter to the "snow"... here's a close up of the coloured image:

I kept the inside simple - just covered it with a piece of patterned paper, and attached a couple of velcro dots to make the holder close nicely. The sides are sewn together, and to cover the stray ends of thread, I adhered another piece of DP to the back of each voucher.

Here's one more design, good for those who don't feel like colouring... just adhere some chipboard snowflakes, sponged with the ink of your choice, glitter them up, and voila! You're all set :)
All it needs is a nice sentiment - mine comes from the Season's Greeting set, and I stamped it repeatedly over the panel.

So... only two days left until Christmas now, are you ready??
If you feel like a little gift for yourself (or need one for a stamping friend), don't forget that Changing Of The Seasons Winter Sale started yesterday! You've got until the 28th to do your shopping, don't miss your chance to get some fabulous sets at 15% off!!
Thank you for coming, and I hope you'll visit again on the Christmas Eve, to check out my Dollar Find Friday post with some fab gift idea :)

Changing Of The Seasons Winter Sale

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That's right, it's time again for the TSG Changing Of The Seasons sale! To celebrate the start of winter, we have 5 select stamp sets available at 15% off of their regular retail price. This sale only lasts until Jan. 28 so scoop up your sets before they disappear!!

Dadisms $20.40 (reg. $24) *gallery*

By The Sea $20.40 (reg. $24) *gallery*

Art Is the Window $15.30 (reg. $18) *gallery*

Bit of Stardust $15.30 (reg. $18) *gallery*

Autumn Mosaic $15.30 (reg. $18) *gallery*

Trendsetter Tuesday - Corinna

Hey Hey... There She Goes fans, cheerleaders and designers! Holly, here! Since my time off, Corinna has been doing an amazing job of keeping the blog hopping. We thought it would not be cool to make her write up her own "Trendsetter Tuesday" post...teehee.

First, let me brag on Corinna a bit. Way before she became a Trendsetter, Corinna was a devoted There She Goes fan... or cheerleader, as I like to call her. Her style and the There She Goes designs are just a perfect fit.... Here's evidence:

This first beauty is made with two TSG sets... Home Sweet Home and HSH Holiday Additions.

This stunning CAS Christmas Card is made with the newer Season's Greeting set.

And finally, this amazingly delightful birthday card made with the Wrapped in Joy set. Would you look at the rockin' color job on this baby?!

Now, I have a special request. Our Corinna has sent her man off on deployment recently. What an incredibly hard thing to do and a very unselfish thing, too! Let's all leave her some love, support and encouragement over on her blog: Stamping with a Java Junkie.

Corinna, you are a joy to work with. I wish you comfort and joy at this difficult time. Your man is a HERO in my eyes! God bless you both.

Hugs!

TSG86- Button It Up!

*Scroll down for last week's WIR winner!

This week’s challenge is brought to us by our Trendy of the Week, Iwona! This week we want you to grab your buttons and showcase them on your creations! Use them as a focal point, or simply embellish with them…the choice is yours. We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

To be eligible for the giveaway, you are to create a card that utilizes buttons, and then come back to the TSG Blog to add your name and a link to your project in the InLinkz that is located at the bottom of this challenge post. This challenge is open until the winner has been announced on the following Monday (Dec. 27th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

By participating in this challenge, you may also find yourself in the Trendsetting Spotlight that shines on the TSG Blog every Thursday. We will be on the look out to find challenge cards that stand out and show Trendsetting qualities. TSG stamps are not required to participate in the challenges but are appreciated :)

You do not need to have a blog to be able to participate in the TSG Challenges! You can simply add the URL link from your project after it has been uploaded to your online craft gallery. If you upload your card to an online craft gallery, please use the keyword TSG86 so we can check out your beautiful work!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!
~Iwona
~Angela
~Christine
~Jessie
~ Kim

Winner from last week's TSG85 Use Your Stash challenge: Denise Clark
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Timestamp: 2010-12-20 06:45:32 UTC

Week In Review (Dec. 13-19) & Card Give Away

Winner from last week's WIR for Dec. 6-12: Cathy
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Timestamp: 2010-12-20 06:48:06 UTC


What is Week In Review (WIR)?- WIR is where we showcase cards made by the Trendsetters and myself throughout the week. Not only to you get to see gorgeous projects made using TSG stamps, but you also have a chance to WIN one of these cards! Leave a comment on this post and next WIR I will choose a winner using a random number generator. That person will then get to pick out their favorite card and the Trendsetter that created it will send it to them :)

Kim

Iwona

Iwona

Jodi

Corinna

Stampbook Saturday - Julie

Hello TSG friends! Today I have a Stampbook page to share with you all! The inspiration for this page came from Piali's card shown below. I loved her card and couldn't wait to be inspired for a Stampbook page.



This is my cat, Daisy. The "Meow" sentiment came from the Cattitude set (which is one of my favs!)



Even though I'm not much of a scrapbooker, it's actually kind of fun when you get going. If you

have time, give it a try!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great weekend!

~Julie