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Trendsetting Spotlight on Lisa T.!!

2012-02-02T00:01:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone!! Jessie here, and it is time for this week's Trendsetting Spotlight, and this week the spotlight has fallen on: Lisa T .!!!

I spied one of Lisa's creations in this past week's challenge, and just LOVED what she had been doing with Puppy Love!!

Isn't it CUTE!! I LOVE her layout, and papers....Puppy Love is one of my favorites, and she has ROCKED it, here!!

Seriously, SEE what I MEAN!! Too, too cute!! Adorable colors and card, and her layout and stitching are fabulous!!

Well, that is all for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to head to Lisa's Blog to leave her some love!!

Wednesday Trends- Tissue Flowers

2012-02-01T00:01:00.001-05:00

Hi there! Jenny here today, with another TSG Wednesday Trend! One of the trends in scarpbooking and cardmaking that I have seen in magazines and blogland is handmade flower embellishments. I have been experimenting with making my own paper and fabric flowers and let me tell you- it's pretty fun! And a huge money saver!!! Plus, you can coordinate your embellie exactly to your project DP, CS or other accents.
Today I am going to focus on Tissue Paper Flowers. These are super easy, and better yet, as cheap as cheap gets! You can either buy packs of tissue from the dollar store, or use gift bag filler that you've saved- yeah, people...that means it was free! You know when the tissue is ripped all up from your 4 yr old tearing into the present like a mad dog, or it's been 'regifted' a few too many times and it has more wrinkles that great-great granny...don't throw that away!! Save it for crafting:)

I used the flower from World's Best Die to cut out my tissue. It has a nice scalloped edge and you can stack layers of tissue and only have to make a few passes with your die cutting machine. I stacked about 4 layers of tissue together, cut a little wider than the width of the die and long enough to be able to move the die 3 times on the plate....so each of my flowers has about 12 layers of tissue when the cuts are all stacked on eachother. It's a nice, 'fluffy' amount, but use as much or as little as you like!

I used my paper-piercer to poke a whole in the centre of the stack, added a large fabric brad, one layer at a time, fluffed the tissue up around the brad. After I had scored, stamped and added twine to the white panel, I added the tissue flowers. These are really simple to make and I think they pack a bit of a punch! And you really could mass produce these little notecards! These took me no time at all, and I really had no plan or idea what I was doing when I started;)

Here they are, laying flat so you can see the dimension of the flowers really well. The nice thing about these it that they are so lightweight...often, when you add a larger embellie, this extreme in dimension, you are also adding alot of weight to the cardfront and you run into the trouble of the card falling on it's front! These flowers are feather-light:)

I stamped some beautiful sentiments between my score lines (1/2 and 1 1/2 " from the bottom) from the sets Follow Your Bliss and Blossom by Blossom. The stem and leaves are from World's Best Die's coordinating stamp set World's Best.
I hope that you have enjoyed todays trend, as well as my tips on how you can make your own tissue paper flowers using TSG's World's Best Die!

Trendsetter Tuesday- Jenny Peterson!!

2012-01-31T00:01:00.003-05:00

I promised Jenny when I wrote today's post about her, that I would only speak the truth...well, here goes. Jenny, is a ROCKSTAR!! I have gotten a chance to know her on a more personal level, lately, and I can't even TELL you how AWESOME she is. Funny, smart, snarky, kind, caring, loving, crazy, and SO TALENTED....Jenny is LITERALLY all that, and a bag of ribbon!!

If my fawning on her wasn't proof enough, her work should be!!

Do you SEE what she did with the new Perk Up set??? Be still my heart.....her colors, the coloring, the papers, the lace, the flowers.....it's all just, SIGH....amazing.

Then there's this....HOLY MOLY!! I SQUEEEL'd out loud when I first saw this AMAZING set....paper bag book and matching card, made with the Hauntingly Delightful and Bugs and Hisses sets....SWOON!! She has REALLY knocked this one out of the park. Perfect coloring, perfect embellishing, perfect papers...just, Perfect.

Oh, and seriously...would you LOOK at this one?? What an ADORABLE scene she has created with these ADORABLE snakes and trees from the Zoopendous set!! It makes me want to break out my old stamps and make stuff...lots of STUFF!! She even ALMOST makes me want to learn how to use my Janome. I said ALMOST....

Well, that's enough of me telling the truth about Jenny!! Check out her fabulous blog for more inspiration from her!! Trust me, the eye does not go wanting!!

Hugs, Jenny!!

Love, Meatball<3

TSG141 Inspiration

2012-01-30T00:01:00.005-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Junior Trendsetters! They have challenged us to make a card or project using the photo as inspiration.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project using the photo as inspiration 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 (February 6th). 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 lookout 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 TSG141 so we can check out your beautiful work!

The winner of last week's challenge is: Katie Tate

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Debby

~ Holly

~ Jessie

~ Angela

~ Jackie

~Torico

Release Week in Review (Jan. 22 to 28)

2012-01-29T00:01:00.007-05:00

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 :)

Winner from last week is: Purple Card Lady
Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2012-01-29 03:20:06 UTC

Debby (Nursebot)

Debby (Perk Up)

Debby (Scootin' By)

Jessie- Perk Up

Jessie- Scootin By

Jessie- Nursebot

Torico - Nursebot

Torico - Perk Up!

Torico - Scootin' By

Lynn - (Nursebot)

Lynn - (Perk Up!)

Lynn - (Scootin' By)

Angela (Scootin' By)

Holly (Nursebots)

Holly (Perk Up)

Holly (Scootin' By/Scootin' By Accessories)

Sandra (Scooting By)

Sandra (Perk Up)

Sandra (Nursebot)

Karen (Scootin' by and Scootin' by Accessories)

Karen (Perk Up)

Theresa (Nursebot)

Theresa (Perk Up!)

Theresa (Scootin' by and Scootin' by Accessories)

Melissa (Nursebot)

Melissa (Perk Up)

Melissa (Scootin' By and Scootin' By Accessories)

February Release Winners!!!

2012-01-28T23:21:00.000-05:00

Nursebot Blog Hop Challenge Winner: luvhymns
Trendsetter 'it' blog: Melyssa Connolly

Perk Up Blog Hop Challenge Winner: Georgie Horn
Trendsetter 'it' blog: Jenny Peterson

Scootin' By / Scootin' By Accessories Blog Hop Challenge Winner: Ann Lind
Trendsetter 'it' blog: Holly McMillen

Facebook Release Party chat winner: Candace Mitchell Pierce!!

Did Someone Say Party?

2012-01-28T12:57:00.002-05:00

Join us tonight for the release party on our TSG
Facebook page at 6 PM Pacific Time (9 PM EST).
Not only will you get to check out the newest
stamp sets before anyone else but you could also
win the entire release just by commenting on the
Official Release Party Chat post!!

You still have time to win brand new stamp sets!!

2012-01-27T13:21:00.001-05:00

Happy Friday everyone! Yesterday was our last day of sneak peeks but no worries because you still have time to participate in the Blog Hop Challenges for your chance to win these fabulous new stamp sets!!!! They will be open until tomorrow right before the Release Party Chat.

I have also put together some tip sheets showing you some fun ways to use these new sets! Simply click on the link below the tip sheets to download the .pdf file and then you can either save it to your computer or print it out like I do and keep it in a binder to have inspiration right at hand :D

Nursebot Blog Hop Challenge

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Perk Up Blog Hop Challenge

Download the Perk Up tip sheet right here!

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Scootin' By / Scootin' By Accessories Blog Hop Challenge

Download that Scootin' By Make a scene tip sheet right here!

Download Scootin' By Masking tips right here!

Download the Scootin' By Masking fun tip sheet right here!

Scootin' By and Accessories Blog Hop Challenge

2012-01-26T08:00:00.005-05:00

Hey There She Goes fans!! We REALLY hope you have been enjoying this week's blog hops! Today is our FINAL day of Blog Hop Challenges, and today we have TWO super cute new sets from Melyssa!!

Cruising on a Sunday afternoon, scootin’ by to say hi! Melyssa Connolly has brought Leah back and she’s " to be wild"! She already comes with lots of fun, but if this isn’t enough she has a kit to accessorize to her hearts content! Whether she’s moving, heading off to school, or enjoying a ride she’ll surely make tracks into your heart.

Scootin’ By is a 4x8 set that includes a total of 15 stamps and will sell for $18.00.

Scootin’ By – Accessories is a 4x4 set that includes a total of 14 stamps and will sell for $10.00.

Would you like to win the new Scootin’ by and Scootin’ by Accessories stamp sets? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of participants in today's Blog Hop!!

Perk Up Blog Hop Challenge!

2012-01-25T08:00:00.006-05:00

Today is day two of this month's new release Blog Hop Challenges, and we have another ADORABLE set for you to LOVE!!

Friendship and coffee are a good blend to send greetings near and far. Torico has created a darling set to perk up the one "mug" you’ve been missing. An absolute must for those sweets and treats without all the calories!

Perk Up! is a 4x8 set that includes a total of 36 stamps and will sell for $18.00.

Would you like to win the new Perk Up! stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of designers participating today!!

Nursebot Blog Hop Challenge!!

2012-01-24T08:00:00.011-05:00

Hey Everyone!! It is time for this month's New Release Blog Hop Challenges to start, and we are SO excited!! This month's sets are SURE to have you at first sight!! We can't wait to get started!!

No "bots" set would be complete without Nursebot! Torico has done it again. She warmed your heart last month with Lovebots and this month she’s going to make you feel all better with Nursebot. What a great way to send well wishes then a visit from the Nursebot!!

Nursebot is a 4x4 set that includes a total of 11 stamps and will sell for $10.00.

Would you like to win the new Nursebot stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post. You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM EST, January 28th with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Here is the list of designers participating today!! Have fun!!

TSG140 Love is in the Air

2012-01-23T00:01:00.006-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Senior Trendsetters! They have challenged us to make a card or project with love and hearts. Valentine’s is just around the corner, it’s time to get started on all those wonderful Valentines.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project for Valentine’s with love and hearts, 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 (January 30th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Karen

~ Angela

~ Jessie

~Jenny
~ Theresa

Last week's Winner is: Kelly Collins

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2012-01-23 01:37:19 UTC

Week in Review (Jan. 15 to 21)

2012-01-22T00:01:00.004-05:00

Winner from last week is: Kim O'Connell
Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2012-01-22 04:07:11 UTC

Jessie(Buckets of Love)

Jessie(Puppy Love)

Holly (Love)

Karen (Blossom by Blossom)

Torico (Zoo-pendous)

Torico (Puppy Love)

Angela (Puppy Love)

Stampbook Saturday-Jessie

2012-01-21T02:00:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone, and Happy Saturday!! It is time for this week's Stampbook Saturday post, and I(Jessie) hope I don't disappoint you, lol!!

I am not much of a scrapbooker, but I really do try to step out of my boundaries every once in awhile, and try something new!!

For my page this week, I decided to use this card by our fearless leader, Jessica, as my inspiration. I loved her layout, and since it is There She Goes Again week, I wanted to use one of the TSGA sets!!

I kept the layout, and still used Puppy Love set, but changed the colors and papers. My paper is MME Fine and Dandy Boy paper. I used Hot Fudge, Orange Fizz, and So Saffron paper. My scallops were made with the Jumbo Border from My Favorite Things. I used SU ribbon, and Jute Twine from the Ribbon Carousel. The Dizzy Doily Die-namics was used to cut out my circle background. My photo is of my ADORABLE nephew, Jared. I hand wrote his name and age...and wish I hadn't, but it is what it is!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by!!

There She Goes (Again!) New Cards!

2012-01-20T00:25:00.005-05:00

Thank you for joining us this week as we've shared a look at these fabulous sets:

Puppy Love, Buckets of Love, and LOVE

Just another reminder to pull out those older sets and give them some *love* around Valentine's Day!
Our amazing design team has some brand-new cards to share with you today.. Are you ready?

Here's mine (Tobi) using Buckets of Love:

Jenny (Puppy Love)

Jessie- Buckets of Love

Holly - Love

Sandra (Puppy Love)

Torico (Puppy Love)

Lynn (Buckets of Love)

Thanks and have great day!!

There She Goes (Again!) Cards from the past!

2012-01-17T02:04:00.000-05:00

It's time again for our "There She Goes (Again!)" week where we feature some popular older sets and give you some fresh inspiration to get your wheels spinning. I love this post because we get to look back in time at some of the lovely creations our Trendsetters - both current and retired - made and I just thank my lucky stars that I am a part of this talented team...

This week we are looking at the following three sets:

Puppy Love, Buckets of Love, and LOVE

Puppy Love:

by Heather Pulvirenti

by Kim Teasdale

Buckets of Love:

by Sandra MacLean

by Jessica Knutsen

LOVE:

by Julie Lacey

by Jessie Rone

Thanks for joining me today! Aren't those cards gorgeous?? Colour me inspired.

Stay tuned all week for a look back at these fun sets perfect for Valentine's Day!

TSG139 Back to Nature

2012-01-16T00:01:00.004-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Senior Trendsetters! They have challenged us to make a card or project with a scene of Back to Nature. Use anything you like as long as it involves a character and nature.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project with a scene that involves a character and nature, 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 (January 23rd). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Karen

~Angela

~Jessie

~Torico

Last week's winner is: Here are your random numbers:Bhawana

Timestamp: 2012-01-16 02:57:30 UTC

Week in Review (Jan. 8 to 14)

2012-01-15T00:01:00.007-05:00

Winner from last week is: Sandi
Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2012-01-15 03:46:24 UTC

Karen (Lighten Up)

Angela (Wishing You, Stick Together)

Angela (Happy Mail)

Sandra (Holly Jolly)

Debby (Bon Appetit, Warmest Wishes)

Torico (Zoo-pendous)

Torico (Lovebots)

Lynn - (Little Moments)

Jenny (Little Moments)

Jackie (Little Moments)

Melissa (Warmest Wishes, World's Best)

Stampbook Saturday ~ Sandra

2012-01-14T01:00:00.009-05:00

Good morning everyone! It's Sandra here and it's my turn to host this week's Stampbook Saturday. So pull up a chair, grab yourself a cup of something warm to drink and get comfy!

I absolutely love playing with the stamps Torico designs, but I literally drool over her cards! They have such a simple elegance to them and her choice of papers is always spot on! So what better way to pay tribute to my idol than to CASE one of her cards!

I chose this one she made for one of the TSG's challenges late last year. I loved everything from the papers and the stitching to the simple die cut in the center.

So for my Stampbook page, I grabbed some fun scraps of designer paper, a paper punch and decorative scissors, a Spellbinders die, some baker's twine, a couple of buttons and a few stamp sets from TSG...and this photo of my little girl and her daddy playing in the snow!

I used kraft cardstock for the base and machine stitched the patterned papers to some brown cardstock. Then I cut the photo using a Spellbinders nestie and matted it to some more brown cardstock. The gloves are from the Warmest Wishes set and were stamped, then cut out with the coordinating die (that comes with the set!) and colored with Distress Ink reinkers. I stamped a few snowflakes from the Holly Jolly set onto the patterned papers with Vintage Photo Distress Ink. The sentiment is from the Little Moments set and was stamped using some brown ink. The little heart is from the Warmest Wishes set.

The page is an 8"x8", which I'm really loving right now! It's not too big and not to small!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope you have a fabulous day and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Dollar Find Friday

2012-01-13T05:53:00.007-05:00

Hi everyone, it's Jackie again, here to share my Dollar Find Project. It may seem like Valentine's Day is still far off but not when you want to create cards or specially packaged treats. I found these white favor boxes at the Dollar Store and thought they would work well as Valentine's Day treat boxes. The Lovebots stamp set by Torico is perfect for anything you might want to make for someone you LOVE!

I colored in the robot with my metallic Gelly Roll markers and then colored the hearts with Copics. I attached the sentiment to the box with some red embroidery floss. Filling the box with Hershey Kisses wrapped in pink, red, and silver added some texture and shine. Simple and easy to reproduce so that making multiple treat boxes can be made up quickly.

Thanks for joining me this week! Have a fantastic weekend!!!

Trendsetting Spotlight- Heidi D.

2012-01-12T00:01:00.002-05:00

Jessie here, and it is time for this week's Trendsetting Spotlight, and this week the spotlight has fallen on: Heide D.!!! I spent some time on Heidi's blog, and I LOVE her adorable creations!!

The card that first caught my eye was this week's card for our Paper Piecing challenge. I ADORE this set, Wonderful Winter Wishes, and I LOVE what she has done with it....GREAT colors and layout!!

Again, she has used the Wonderful Winter Wishes set, but I LOVE that she has turned it into a wintry valentine!! They look so precious in that heart, and her border is fab!!

And finally, my FAVORITE card....isn't it FABULOUS!! I LOVE the Hauntingly Delightful set, and the way she used it for a birthday...so CLEVER!!! Awesome!!

Well, that is all for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to head to Heidi's Blog to leave her some love!!

Wednesday Trends

2012-01-10T16:28:00.007-05:00

Hi Everyone, it's Jackie with this week's Wednesday Trends. I decided to challenge myself to use a trend that I wasn't crazy about when I first saw it and that is Chevrons. Geometric patterns seem to be all the craze right now. The chevron pattern is so angular and bold it has a tendency to make itself the focus of the card. I wanted to use the Bon Appetit stamp set for my card and didn't want the chevron pattern to outshine the jolly chef image. So I cut out the strips in white and glued them onto a white card base creating a more subtle yet interesting background.

I'm glad I pushed myself to try something new that I wasn't particularly passionate about. Now my head is full of ideas of how I can use the chevron pattern. I want to make it the focus of a card and really let it stand out as a strong design element. Now I'm off to experiment with more chevrons. Thanks for stopping bye!

Trendsetter Tuesday- Jackie Rockwell

2012-01-10T00:01:00.001-05:00

Hi and Happy Tuesday! I hope you are all having a great week so far!!

This week's Trendsetter Spotlight has fallen on our Jr. Trendsetter- Jackie Rockwell.

I love Jackie's style, and fun use of colors, papers, and embellishments!! I chose three very different styles of projects from Jackie, mostly because they ROCK!!

For Jackie's challenge this week, she choice Paper Piecing, which is a PERSONAL favorite of mine. I LOVE the shape of this card!!! So fun!! She used the Little Moments set, and I LOVE everything about this CUTESY little scene she has created.

The second card I chose makes me SQUEEE with delight!! I LOVE the layout, the colors, the paper, her coloring....basically...every. little. thing. She used the super fun Friendbots set, and all the metal aspects just add so much to this. Do you SEE the cord through the hardware...too FUN!!

Her last project I chose just makes me happy....sigh. LOOK AT THE SNOW!!! The torn layers, the embossing...she has REALLY knocked this ornament tag, made with the No Peeking set.

Well, that is it for us today! Be sure to swing past Jackie's Blog- Rockwell Designs, and tell her we sent you!!

TSG138 Paper Piecing

2012-01-09T00:01:00.006-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Trendsetter of the week- Jackie! She has challenged us to make a card or project using the Paper Piecing Technique.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card or project using the paper piecing, 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 (January 16th). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~Tobi

~Jenny

~Karen

Last week's winner is: Michelle

Timestamp: 2012-01-09 03:55:26 UTC

Week in Review (Jan.1 to Jan 7)

2012-01-08T00:01:00.008-05:00

Before we get to this week's normal post, we wanted to take the time to say goodbye to one of our Trendsetters, Iwona. Iwona has been such a joy to work with, and is SO super talented!! Although we are sad to see her go, we wish her all the best in the future!!

Iwona, it was truly an honor having you work for me, and my company!! You will always be a trendsetter to me!! Thanks for everything, and good luck in everything that you do!!- Jessica
Thanks for all the inspiration throughout your time with There She Goes, and we hope to see you around!! Don't be a stranger, we still love you here!! -Jessie

Chupa, I have enjoyed watching your talent grow over the past two years. I am so lucky to have worked with you not on just one team, but on two! I am in total awe of all your work. I can't wait to see what you have planned for your future. ~Theresa

Iwona, you are truly inspiring with what you're able to do with paper and stamps! I am truly blessed to know you as a friend and crafting companion. I can't wait to see what lies in store for you in 2012! Love ya! ~Sandra

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 :)

Winner from last week is: Charlotte!!!

Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2012-01-08 04:57:05 UTC

And now for this week's cards!!!

Torico (Good Times)

Theresa (What's Up Buttercup and Fabulous)

Debby (Wishing You and Holly Jolly)

Debby (World's Best, Sentimental Birthday)

Debby (Zoo-pendous)

Sandra (Stick Together and Holly Jolly)

Lynn - (Lovebots)

Jessie-Little Moments

Stampbook Saturday - Karen

2012-01-07T00:01:00.000-05:00

Hello and happy Saturday! This week, Debby has inspired me with her super sweet and simple style and I chose a fabulous card using Warmest Wishes and Holly Jolly.

What is a Stampbook Page? A stampbook page is a scrapbook page created using stamps and inspired by a card. Each week we create a new stampbook page to give you ideas on how to use your stamps in a new way and hopefully inspire you to catch up on those family photos you've been meaning to scrapbook.

This is the card by Debby that inspired me get creative this week:

I LOVE Debby's clean style and I knew I could use this card as a fantastic 6x6 calendar topper where I could feature a larger photo.

Here's my page:

I loved this little moment during Andrew's 5th birthday party - he took a sticker off a card and put it on his hand, showing us he was all five fingers old this year. Kids crack me up! Such a sweet little man.

I stamped the images in Memento Tuxedo black on white and green cardstock and then cut them out and mixed and matched the images. I made a little flag to fit the sentiment and then layered the presents over it with foam tape. DONE! If you are looking for a quick and easy page, this is it! Took me all of 10 minutes from print to glue. Thanks, Debby!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope you enjoyed my little Stampbook page.
Karen

Dollar Find Friday - Debby

2012-01-06T00:01:00.000-05:00

Hi, Debby here with today's Dollar Find Friday. While wondering what project to do for today's post I browsed the stationary department of the local supermarket and came across some sticky notes. I've seen some great sticky note projects recently so thought I'd have a go myself and at 27p a pack they were a bargain!

I love to make fun party invites and I thought that I could incorporate these sticky notes into a play on words invitation.

Supplies: Stamps - There She Goes zoo-pendous; Inks - Memento tuxedo black; Card - Stampin' Up basic gray; Paper - Echo Park victoria gardens; Dies - Spellbinders squares, Papertrey Ink small scallop; Markers - Flex, Copic & Promarkers; Tesco sticky notes

I computer generated a punny speech bubble to pair up with the ostrich from one of my favourite sets, zoo-pendous.

Then I printed a party invite onto the first sticky note.

My thinking was the sticky note could be adhered to the family calendar/fridge door while leaving a cute sticky note pad to keep on using.

Well here's to the start of the weekend! Have a good one!

Trendsetting Spotlight- Kim O'Connell

2012-01-05T00:00:00.001-05:00

Hey everyone, and Happy Thursday!!

Jessie here, and it is time for this week's Trendsetting Spotlight, and this week the spotlight has fallen on : Kim O'Connell!! Kim is a new fan of TSG, and her enthusiasm is CONTAGIOUS!! Seriously, she is AMAZING!!

I first met Kim through the Ribbon Carousel DT, and we instantly clicked. Her sense of humor, and mine, just meshed so well that she has lovingly decided to call me Meatball(why, I don't know)!!

The first card I ever saw Kim post with There She Goes stamps was this one...and seriously, could it GET any cuter?? She used the reindeer from Hohoho, and WOWZA, it is so sweet I've got a toothache. ;)

She created THIS lovely creation with the new Warmest Wishes set, and it is PERFECT. She used the Hohoho set to create the background, love that!

This last card was for our most recent challenge, and Kim has KNOCKED it out of the park!! Great colors, layout, and LOOK at the coloring on her image from the Garden of Friends set. So pretty!

Well, that is all for me for now! Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to head to Kim's blog to leave her some love!!

Wednesday Trends

2012-01-04T02:05:00.000-05:00

Hi, it's Debby here with this week's Wednesday Trends. The trend I'd like to look at today is for Clean and Simple (CAS) stamping. This is the stamping style which I am most drawn to and is very popular at the moment with card classes popping up to try and demonstrate why less is more.

So here is the card I made with CAS in mind.

Supplies: Stamps - There She Goes world's best, sentimental birthday; Inks - Versacolor sage, cement, seafoam, Versafine smoky gray; Card - Stampin' Up pear pizzazz, basic gray; Dies - There She Goes world's best, Sizzix branch with leaves

OK, I'm going to ramble on a bit here on what CAS means to me. I am no expert on design (cell biology was my area pre-children) these are just hints and tips that I've picked up along the way. So it might not be everyone's definition, but here's some of the things I tend to aim for.

For me then, a CAS design has to have room to breath - an area of the card without much going on. In this card here the "white space" is totally plain, unembellished white card.

Then there is the focal point. I like to add a bit of interest to my cards with dimension. One of my flowers is die cut and popped up, the die cut leaf stem is also popped up in places too and finally the whole white card piece with green border is mounted on dimensionals. Dimension and texture can also be achieved with something as simple as a flourish of twine. So simple doesn't have to mean boring.

The rule of three. If possible I try to keep in mind the rule of three - creating visual triangles between three items is supposed to be pleasing to the eye. In this card I tried to highlight the rule of three with my three flowers and three areas of adhesive stones.

Finally colour plays an important part for me - the strip of green down the left draws the eye yet without creating any fuss. I love colour and it's often my starting point on any project. Whether it's a combination of muted blue, green and grey or a vibrant pop of orange and teal, I love colour!

I could ramble on for pages, but I'll stop here before you fall asleep! So there you are, CAS according to me! I'm hoping to learn more about CAS design this year, so expect to see more of this style from me over the coming months!

Trendsetter Tuesday- Debby!!

2012-01-03T00:00:00.001-05:00

Hello ladies, and I hope you had a FABULOUS holiday season!!

This week's Trendsetter Spotlight has fallen on our Jr. Trendsetter- Debby Hughes!!

Here is a little more about Debbie!!

The first thing that struck me about Debby's work, long before she became a Trendsetter, but even more now, is her GORGEOUS CAS style!! I have ALWAYS envied her ability to make the most GORGEOUS creations with the least amount of fussiness. I can't get away with it, but I applaud those that can!!

The first card of hers that I have chosen was this GORGEOUS creation using the Holly Jolly set. Her attention to detail, use of embellishments, and simple style make this a STUNNER!!

Her second card was actually made for the most recent release, using the Little Moments set, and is SO gorgeous and ELEGANT!! I would have NEVER been able to pull this off, but that gorgeous heart, yummy paper, and CAS layout is just AMAZING!!

The final card I picked was to show her more fun side!! For this card, she used the Friendbots set, and it is just ADORABLE!! Simply FABULOUS!!

Well, that is it for me for now!! Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to check out Debby's blog and ogle all her GORGEOUS creations!!

TSG137 New Year, New New Start

2012-01-02T00:01:00.002-05:00

This week's challenge is brought to us by our Trendsetter of the week, Debby Hughes. Debby is challenging us to create a card "A New Year, A New Start". In other words, create a card depicting your new year resolutions.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create New Year, New Start cards, 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 (January 2nd). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~ Debby
~Torico

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Last week's winner is: Michelle L.

Timestamp: 2012-01-02 04:24:42 UTC

Release Week in Review (Dec. 25 to 31)

2012-01-01T00:01:00.008-05:00

Winner from last week is: Lisa Lynn
Here are your random numbers: 3
Timestamp: 2012-01-01 05:18:45 UTC

Jessie- Love Bots & Many Thanks

Jessie- Little Moments

Theresa (Lovebots)

Jenny (Little Moments)

Torico (Lovebots)

Torico (Little Moments)

Sandra (Lovebots)

Sandra (Lovebots)

Sandra (Little Moments)

Jessica

Melissa (Lovebots)

Melissa (Little Moments)

Debby (Lovebots)

Debby (Little Moments)

Lynn - (Little Moments)

Lynn - (Lovebots)

And the release winners are.......

2011-12-31T22:59:00.001-05:00

Lovebots Blog Hop Challenge Winner: canadian_liner
'It' Trendsetter blog: Jessica K.

Little Moments Blog Hop Challenge Winner: Miriam Prantner
'It' Trendsetter blog: Sandra MacLean

Facebook Release Chat Winner: Jan Farnworth

Lovebots Facebook Winner: Joy Stagg

Little Moments Facebook Winner: Cathy Derouche

Congrats to all the winners!!! Email me your shipping info to: Jessica at ThereSheGoesClearStamps dot com

Join us tonight for the release party chat!!

2011-12-31T17:14:00.000-05:00

Join us tonight for the release party on our TSG
Facebook page at 6 PM Pacific Time (9 PM EST).
Not only will you get to check out the newest
stamp sets before anyone else but you could also
win the entire release just by commenting on the
Official Release Party Chat post!!

Little Moments Blog Hop Challenge

2011-12-28T08:00:00.005-05:00

Hey everyone, and welcome to our second, and final night of peeks for this month's release!! Tonight's set is SO super sweet!!

Warm fuzzy moments and life’s little memories are genuinely captured by Torico in this new Little Moments set. Gazing through the window watching the snow fall, special moments with brothers and sisters or wonderful thoughts of that one special grandmother that make your heart warm are all here. There’s no better way to send a loving card or create a scrapbook page to capture these glorious moments than to use this fabulous new stamp set.

Little Moments is a 6x8 set that includes a total of 12 stamps $24.

Would you like to win the new Little Moments stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday December 31st with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

Lovebots Blog Hop Challenge

2011-12-27T08:00:00.003-05:00

Welcome to day one of our sneak peeks and Blog Hop Challenges! Today we have an amazing set illustrated by Torico !!

If you loved Friendbots, you’re going to love Lovebots. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Torico has created an adorable set that will have your heart bursting with joy.

This adorable mini set will have your creating cards and gift tags that carry your message of love and friendship to all your special Valentines.

Lovebots is a 4x4 set that includes a total of 7 stamps $10.

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Would you like to win the new Lovebots stamp set? Here is what you need to do- visit the Trendsetter’s blogs that are participating in each of the blog hop challenges below and comment on their creations as you go. One of the Trendsetter’s blogs (from each hop day) will be randomly chosen as the ‘it’ blog and a winner will be picked using a random number generator from the comments left on that Trendsetter’s Blog Hop Challenge post.

You will not know which blog has been chosen so the more you comment on the better your chances are of winning new stamps! The Blog Hop Challenges will be open until 5 PM Eastern Time Saturday December 31st with the winner being announced during the release party chat.

TSG136 Thank You/Gratitude

2011-12-26T00:01:00.001-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Senior Trendsetters! With Christmas a day over, it’s time to send out the thank you/gratitude cards. The challenge is to create all the wonderful Thank You and Gratitude cards.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create Thank You and Gratitude cards, 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 (January 2nd). The winner will get a $5 gift certificate to use in the TSG Web store!

Need some inspiration to help you get started? Check out these great cards made by the following Trendsetters!

~Jessie

Merry Christmas!!

2011-12-25T01:10:00.005-05:00

From all of us, to all of you, have a VERY Merry Christmas!!!

Love,

The There She Goes team:

Jessica, Jessie, Angela, Corinna, Iwona, Sandra, Melyssa, Torico, Karen, Julie, Holly, Tobi, Lynn, Melissa, Jenny, Theresa, Jackie, Debbie, Di, Matt(Mr. TSG), and the girls(Kayla, Kylie, Chloe)!!

Week In Review (Dec. 18 to 24)

2011-12-25T00:01:00.006-05:00

Winner from last week is: Cathy!!
Here are your random numbers:

Timestamp: 2011-12-25 18:39:02 UTC

Jessie- Loads of Fun

Torico (Love Birds)

Debby (zoo-pendous, holly jolly)

Lynn (Warmest Wishes)

Iwona (Love Birds)

Sandra (Loads Of Fun)

Stampbook Saturday- In Review...

2011-12-24T17:53:00.007-05:00

Hey, everyone, Jessie here!! It was supposed to be my week for Stampbook Saturday, but with all the Holiday Hub-bub....I dropped the ball. So, instead, I decided to do a Stampbook Saturday Review!! Basically, I have chosen one stampbook page from each month for the whole year!! Fun, right?!

Without further ado, here they are:

January- Alex Maldonado(Buckets of Love)

February-Angela Thomas(Chemistry)

March-Iwona Palamountain(Sentimental Thank You, Spread Your Wings, and Love Birds)

April- Karen Giron(Fairy Best)

May- Jodi Collins(Bit of Stardust)

June- Theresa Winslow(Forever)

July- Tammy Hershberger(Lighten Up)

August- Jessica Knutsen(Float My Boat)

September- Holly(Believe in You and A to Z and 1, 2,3)

October- Jessica Knutsen(Autumn)

November- Karen Giron( World's Best)

December- Angela Thomas(Beautiful Day and AtoZ, and 1,2,3)

Merry Christmas Everyone!!! Have a wonderful holiday!

There She Goes (Again!) NEW Trendsetter Cards!

2011-12-23T00:01:00.004-05:00

All this week, we are celebrating three sets from the past... Love Birds, Loads of Fun, and Garden of Friends.

Today, we are showing NEW cards made by the Trendsetters using these three set. Wait until you see what they have come up with!! Enjoy!!

Torico (Love Birds)

Iwona (Love Birds)

Sandra (Loads Of Fun)

Jessie(Loads of Fun)

There She Goes (Again!) - Cards from the Past

2011-12-20T02:40:00.000-05:00

This week we are looking at the following three sets:

Love Birds, Loads of Fun, and Garden of Friends.

Love Birds:

by Kim Teasdale

by Torica

Loads of Fun:

by Dawn Burworth

by Julie Okada

And lastly, Garden of Friends:

by Jessie Rone

by Sandra MacLean

Join us tomorrow for some all new tips and tricks!!

TSG135 Last Minute Tags for There She Goes (Again)

2011-12-19T00:01:00.012-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our glorious leader- Jessica! She has challenged us to make last minute gift tags. Who doesn’t need those?

To be eligible for the giveaway, create last minute gift tags, 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 (December 26th). 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 lookout 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 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 gallery, please use the keyword TSG135 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!

~ Torico
~Jessie
~ Tobi
~ Karen
~ Lynn

Winner of last week's Challenge: Cassandra

Timestamp: 2011-12-19 05:18:58 UTC

Inlinkz

Week in Review (Dec. 11 to 17)

2011-12-18T00:01:00.005-05:00

Winner from last week is: Jen del Muro

Timestamp: 2011-12-18 05:13:57 UTC

Debby Hughes (Holly Jolly)

Iwona (Snowy Days)

Jessie (Holly Jolly)

Theresa (Seasons Greetings)

Stampbook Saturday ~ Theresa

2011-12-17T00:30:00.002-05:00

Hello Everyone ~ Theresa here with this week's Stampbook Saturday.

What is a Stampbook Page? A stampbook page is a scrapbook page created using stamps and inspired by a card. Each week we create a new stampbook page to give you ideas on how to use your stamps in a new way and hopefully inspire you to catch up on those family photos you've been meaning to scrapbook.

I've made a new friend at work...Danny, one of the facility assistants. He was sharing photos of his children and I couldn't resist using the photos to make my Stampbook page. What I struggled with was how could I use all the December released stamps sets on this one page. I settled on Holly Jolly and was totally inspired by Melyssa Connolly's beautiful card.

Aren't the two snowflakes just gorgeous?

I still need to find a way to photograph 12x12 layouts! I think I need to drive up to Karen Giron's home and have her give me some pointers. I hope you enjoy the layout and that it inspires you to head to the store to pick up this amazing stamp set to create your fabulous Stampbook pages.

I hope you have enjoyed my projects this week. We'll see you all next week for There She Goes (Again!) Week.

Dollar Friday Find

2011-12-16T12:01:00.006-05:00

Did you miss out on the Black Friday Sale because items you wanted were not in stock?? Well, I just finished uploading new inventory and I want to offer a gift to my amazing TSG customers! For one week, receive 20% off of your ENTIRE order by using the code giftforme in the box located in your TSG shopping cart!!!!

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Join us tonight right here in the TSG forum for our Friday Night Chat! Everyone is welcome and we love to meet new people :)

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Hello All - It's Theresa with a Dollar Friday Find! I have this wonderful friend and every year she goes up to the mountains and chops down herself a Christmas tree. Well this year she was kind enough to chop me one down too. I haven't set up a tree in more than 8-10 years. Finding my ornaments may be impossible. So when I thought about my project for tonight - I immediately thought ornaments.

As I was looking at clear ornaments at Michael's, I was so excited to see that they were 50% off. I bought 3 of them and spent less than $2.00. The one I selected for my project was an oval shaped bulb and it was .64 cents!! How's that for a buck? Only I forgot to photograph it before I decorated it - that's how excited I was. Here is a photo of a round one that I'll be decorating this weekend.

I selected the new Hohoho set to create my ornament. I colored Santa with Copics and then I adhered him to the ornament with a product called Liquid Glass. I also added snowflakes to the inside of the ornament. It's just so darling and it's my first ornament on my tree!

I hope you like my project. I'll be back tomorrow with a Stampbook Saturday.

Trendsetting Spotlight on Elena!!

2011-12-15T00:01:00.002-05:00

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This week's Trendsetting spotlight has fallen on Elena!

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

I first noticed Elena's card for our Au Naturale challenge from a few weeks ago. When I went to her blog, I found some OTHER gorgeous creations!! She used the Pumpkins on the Vine set. I LOVE the colors, layout, and papers she used. YUM!

The second card I found from her was so soft, and PRETTY! She used the Good Times set, and I LOVE her embellishing. Such pretty papers, too!!

I loved this creation with the Wonderful Winter Wishes, set. The paper's she used are so FUN with this image! I would have never thought to use them, and it still has a Christmas-y feel. LOVE that big snowflake, too!!

Thanks so much Elena for making such beautiful creations with There She Goes Clear Stamps! We can't wait to see what you do next!

Wednesday Trends - Holiday Gift Bag

2011-12-13T22:01:00.001-05:00

Hello Everyone - Theresa here with this week's Wednesday Trends. With the holidays upon us and being in the Christmas spirit I have seen gift bags pop up everywhere. We all love to make cards to give to friends and loved ones...why not extend that to a gift bag. You can make them as clean and simple as you want or all the way to elegance. Nice thing is a plain gift bag is about 60 cents and the premade ones are about $4. I put together a quick tutorial to help you get started.

Here is a list of supplies you need:

Gift bag
Ribbon
Stamp Sets
Art Philosophy or your favorite shape cutting materials
Your favorite coloring medium
Cardstock and or Patterned Paper

Cut out your desired shapes and adhere to the front of the bag. For my bag I also cut a design for the top of the bag and wrapped it around the bag. You're probably wondering, "Why did she put the large square on before stamping?" I thought I would add some patterned paper and then my images, but I really liked the kraft paper I used...it started to look like a gingerbread house and I decided to keep it. I didn't have a problem stamping my sentiment or adhering my images.

For my bag I used the stamp sets - Seasons Greetings and Penguin Pals. I totally love this bag and how it came out. I'll be wrapping my gift to me in my bag! I had a great time putting this together and it took no more time then a card.

Well I'll be back on Friday with a great $$ Find. I hope you liked my project. Thanks for stopping by. Head on over to the store - get your last minute stamp sets!!

Trendsetter Tuesday-Theresa

2011-12-13T00:01:00.005-05:00

This week's Trendsetter is Theresa!!

Theresa is such a sweet person, and we love having her on our team!! Her designs are always so fresh, and fun!

The advent calendar wreath that she made is AMAZING! She used the new No Peeking set, and really added so much to this SUPER cute wreath! How fun, right?!

Look at how soft, and pretty this one is!! She used the Wonderful Winter Wishes, set. I love her color palette, and her gorgeous coloring! The papers and YUMMY lace make this one just beautiful!

This set is one of my favorites, Pumpkins on the Vine, and I LOVE what she did with it. SO much color interest on this one, and that ribbon is ADORABLE!!

Want to see more of Theresa's work? Check her out here at her blog- My Sassy Cards.

Thanks for stopping by today, and have a great one!!

TSG134 Color Challenge

2011-12-12T00:01:00.011-05:00

This week our challenge is brought to us by our Trendsetter of the week- Theresa! She has challenged us to make a card using the colors blue, pink, and red with a winter theme.

To be eligible for the giveaway, create a card using the colors with a winter theme, 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 (December 19th). 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 lookout 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

TSG134 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!

~Jessie

~Karen

~ Theresa

~ Tobi
~ Iwona

Week In Review (Dec. 4 to 10)

2011-12-11T00:01:00.008-05:00

Winner from last week is: Naomi

Timestamp: 2011-12-11 03:38:42 UTC

Debby Hughes (Hohoho)

Angela (Wonderful Winter Wishes, Penguin Pals)

Jessie(Hohoho&Warmest Wishes)

Jessie(Buckets of Love&BOL Additions)

Karen (No Peeking, Holly Jolly, Warmest Wishes)

Iwona (Bon Appetit)

Lynn (Hohoho)

Jenny (Buckets of Love, BOL Holidays Additions)

Sandra (Ho Ho Ho)

Stampbook Saturday - Corinna

2011-12-10T08:00:00.000-05:00

Hey there! It's Corinna here with this week's Stampbook Saturday!

What is a Stampbook Page? A stampbook page is a scrapbook page created using stamps and inspired by a card. Each week we create a new stampbook page to give you ideas on how to use your stamps in a new way and hopefully inspire you to catch up on those family photos you've been meaning to scrapbook.

Karen is one of the classiest card designers around! She can take a few sheets of paper and CS and make the most beautiful cards. I decided to take inspiration from this awesome creation of hers:

I didn't want to compete with the whole coloring thing, so I used her layout and went for some deep colors to compliment the most recent picture of my husband.

The Sentimental Thank You stamp set is so perfect to let him know how much I love him and appreciate all he does for us.

I truly am grateful that he is my husband and protector. And he's a bit of a ham if you really want to know. ;)

I used the A-Z and 123 stamp set to mark the year. Hope you're inspired to use a card to create a stampbook page of your own! Be sure to stop back tomorrow for the Week In Review where you can win your choice of creation made by one of the Trendsetters!

Dollar Find Friday

2011-12-09T00:01:00.003-05:00

Hello everyone! Melissa here and welcome to this week's installment of Dollar Find Friday. I had a really hard time trying to decide what to show you all but thank goodness for friends who help you out and give you ideas! :) Thanks, friend!

Do you go to Christmas parties? Do you set your wine glass down and forget which one was yours? Well, fear no more - you can make your own charms to distinguish your glass from everyone else's. I started with some purchased charms because I wanted to have the ring a bit more rigid but you could try using floral wire or elastic cord depending on what kid of glasses you have. I also bought a package of little jingle bells:

First step - Remove the old charms from the rings. I was lucky that the charms were something I could use again...perfect tiny Christmas Tree decorations. :)

Second step - Stamp images on cardstock and color them. I used the newly released Holiday Ribbons set for my charms:

Step Three - Use the die from the World's Best set (the one on the bottom) to cut out the images. You will also need to cut out the same number of shapes from a heavier cardboard to make the tags more durable. I used a piece of the cardboard that comes with the SU! paper packs - it is strong but not too bulky for this application.

Step Four - Glue the colored images to the plain cardboard, punch a small hole in the top of the tag, and attach it to the wine charm rings. I happened to have some metal jump rings in my stash so I attached my images to the jump rings first and then threaded it, along with some of the little jingle bells, onto the wine charm ring.

Step Five - I had originally bought some beads to "fancy up" the rings but once I got the beads on, the charms looked like a five-year old did them! LOL So instead I just found some coordinating ribbon and tied a small scrap to each ring:

Whew! There ya go - another fun and easy holiday project using items found in your local dollar store. Have a great weekend!