Rubbernecker Release Day Hop

RUBBERNECKER STAMPS

Release Day Hop

I'm really excited about this not only because of the cool stamps

but because it's the first release since becoming a DT member!

There are lots of beautiful cards to be seen on this hop!

The blog list is at the end of this post along with 3 ways to win prizes!

The cards I made for this release feature

the new set Crowns & Clowns (#528).

On the top card, I made my own background using the trumpet and

the little "splotch of paint" image that would look great with the vintage clown in this set.

The close to cocoa scalloped circle is popped up on the curry scalloped circle.

Colors: crushed curry, crumb cake/kraft, & white

Tools & Accessories: kraft taffeta ribbon, Spellbinders Nestabilities, & circle punch

One the bottom card, I stamped the pocket watch image 3 times.

First, I stamped it with the background image and then I stamped it twice for the main image.

I used a circle punch and pop-up dots to give the main image some dimension.

Colors: Close to cocoa & white

Tools: Spellbinders Nestabilities, CM custom cutting system, circle punch, & sponge

Size: 4.25 square (I use 4.5 A Muse envelopes)

There are 3 ways to win!

1. If you leave a comment at every stop, you could win...

a $25 Rubbernecker Gift Certificate

2. If you sign up for the Rubbernecker Newsletter (on the Rubbernecker blog),

you could win...

one of the $10 Rubbernecker Gift Certificates

3. If you "Like" us on Facebook, you could win...

a $15 Rubbernecker Gift Certificate

All winners will be announced on Thursday on the Rubbernecker blog.

All of the new release stamps you see today are available now!

The official Blog Hop route is listed below:

Charlene Merrick

Jacquie Peiffer

Jen Charboneau (That's me!)

Joan Ervin

Julia Aston

Karen Hunsaker

Kittie Caracciolo

Maria Gurnsey

Rubbernecker Preview Day #1

Welcome to the Rubbernecker Stamps Preview ~ Day #1

Rubbernecker will be releasing new stamps this Tuesday, March 29.

You'll want to see all of the design teams' cards.

On one of their blogs, there is a chance to win a $15 gift certificate!

The blog hop starts at the Rubbernecker blog.

More ways to win are at the end of this post.

I made 2 cards using the same image from the new set called

Clowns & Crowns.

The card above is my clean & simple version.

Both feature the beautiful black satin ribbon and a Spellbinders Nestabilities set.

Below is my stepped up version! This one includes a background stamp released in 2009

and a Spellbinders Borderabilities set.

More Ways to Win!

Ten $10 Gift Certificates

Sign up for the Rubbernecker Newsletter for a chance to win!

$15 Gift Certificate

LIKE the Rubberncker page on Facebook for a chance to win!

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CSS Alumni Color Challenge

Gina K. Designs ~ StampTV
Center Stage Spotlight Alumni Blog Hop

If you arrived here from Deb's blog, you're in the right place!
If not, you'll want to go back to StampTV so you won't miss a thing!

Color Challenge




Gina K. Designs' Stamp Sets

Happy Camper
(Illustrator: Theresa Momber)
Life is Good
(Illustrator: Theresa Momber)



GKD Cardstock: white, fresh asparagus, & kraft (in place of sand)

I tried to make a part of a bird flying off/on the edge of the cardstock on the left by the twine. I used Rupa Shevde's Spring has Sprung for that. It doesn't show much and wasn't to scale which is why I added the twine where I did.Live and learn!


Other

Ink Pads: Black Memento, SU garden green & bashful blue
SU Markers: basic black & basic gray
Copic Markers: W-3 warm gray, W-5 warm gray, YG67 moss
Accessories: twine, brads, pop-up dots, handmade cloud template




Don't miss out on seeing Joy's blog

Pieces of Joy

Splitcoast CAS DT Search Finalists

The Clean & Simple Design Search is in full swing! This evening, our finalists were revealed along with the final challenge.

Can you believe we've been having these DT challenges for 2 years? Wow! CAS wouldn't be a success without you. Really. Have you noticed how the trend has exploded in the paper crafting world? And we were at the beginning of it all. Kind of gives me chills. Okay, it really does give me chills. *u* When I was young, I didn't think I had a creative thought worth sharing. Even when a person is creative, talent takes practice. I'm sure any athlete would tell you the same thing. So, don't give up! It's something I have to tell myself, too. Do you know that while I've hostessed a variety of challenges over the past 5.5 years, I've only been on 2 design teams? I finally had to sit back and relax about it before those came along. I'm now content to be a StampTV Centerstage (guest designer) alumni member doing blog hops for Gina K. and making other people's dreams come true here in the CAS forum.

I get so giddy and nervous by this point every season. You'd think I was one of the semi-finalists. LOL! Thank you for playing ladies! You are all worthy of being a design team member.

Okay... speech is done!

Here are your finalists in random order...

kittkya

stampercamper

mamamostamps

TesaB

ReginaBD

lisaadd

Marzipan

lisa lara

Thank you to my awesome design team
for helping me with the difficult task of choosing the finalists!

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CHALLENGE #3

Spring showers bring May flowers!

Ways to Use It Challenge: Flowers
Your card doesn't have to have stamped flowers. You can use punches, die cuts, primas, etc. Let your creativity flow!

Style and beauty/cuteness is always important, but the CASness of the cards will be viewed heavily in the first elimination judging since basically it's challenging to keep it that way and there are a lot more cards I have to sadly eliminate. (Our current definition for a CAS card is near the bottom of this post.)

My Sample!

Keyword: CAS2011springDT3

(No spaces CAS 2011 spring DT 3 -- not good. If you are concerned about getting it right, copy & paste it into your keyword box.)

Please also post a link in this thread just in case there is an error with the keyword or if the gallery is being finicky on the judging days.

Submission Deadline:
Wednesday, March 2 @ noon (EST)


New Rules as of Fall 2010:
Please don't combine this challenge with any other current SCS challenge.
Please make only one card. (It's easier to narrow down the field this way.)



Challenge #3 Gallery


Calendar of Events

DT Challenge #3 posted Sunday, Feb. 27 @ 8:00 PM (EST)
#3 Due Wednesday, March 2 @ Noon (EST)

DT and Guest DT Reveal Party
Friday, March 4 @ 9 PM (EST)

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What is CAS?
CAS is an acronym for Clean and Simple. Below is the reworded definition.

It's all about the design.
* not the technique
* not the tools
* not the embellishments

It's all about the design.
* Uncluttered
* lots of white or open space
* one main focal point

It's all about the design.

Clean & Simple

CSS Alumni Bog Hop - It's a Treasure!

Gina K. Designs/StampTV
Center Stage Spotlight Alumni Blog Hop

If you arrived here from Geri's Blog, then you're in the right spot.

If not, you'll want to go back to StampTV so you won't miss a thing.

This time around we're introducing a new hop theme - Treasure Chest.
Each time we have one of these hops, the theme and/or challenge will change.

The theme for this hop is Animal Kingdom!

Enjoy your day! Bookmarks

Stamp Set: Hope Grows
Illustrator: Theresa Momber

There's snow bunny like you!

Stamp Set: Ready, Set, Snow!
Illustrator: Rupa Shevde

I used a Martha Stewart snowflake border punch
and layered three punched layers to get this look
on the snow bunny card.

From one old fossil to another!

Stamp Set: Dino-Mite
Illustrator: Theresa Momber



Make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on
Tuesday morning (March 1st),
we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs
who will get a stamp set of their choice valued up to $24.95!

Next up is Jennie's Blog

~Stamp the Day Away~

Clean & Simple Cards

I've added some CAS faves between postings of my latest clean & simple cards.
Please check out the fab cards I found in the SCS gallery.

bkbaker1222
LateBlossom
willsygirl
Kim66
mamamostamps

Splitcoast CAS Sketch challenge

inspired by design team member: cindybstampin'
You can see her wonderful original card here.

Stamps, cardstock, designer paper & ribbon all from Gina K. Designs ~ new StampTV kit (Sent with Love)

Ink: Memento Black, Copic markers, pop-up dot


LateBlossom
bdindle
ltecler
Biggan
girl3boys0

Splitcoast CAS Challenge: Flourishes

Stamps: Unity Stamp Co.
Paper: white, chocolate chip
Ink: chocolate chip, early espresso
Embellishments: spiral clip, SU Alpine ribbon originals


ilinacrouse
atsamom
artsy_em
bon2stamp
Rox71

Splitcoast CAS Theme Challenge: A Day in the Snow

DRS Stamp: filigree snowflake
SU Stamp: sentiment
Colors: black & white
Tools: SU scallop edge punch
Accessories: SU black satin ribbon


monkeymama
stampercamper
darleenstamps
abbysmom2198
meedi-j

Splitcoast CAS Theme Challenge: A Day in the Snow

DRS Stamp: snowflake swirl
Colors: eggplant & white
Tools: Cuttlebug snowflake EF
Accessories: SU eggplant grosgrain ribbon


sblondin
mamamostamps
quillister
resqbarbie
katolejnik
stampinandrea
nancy littrell
LateBlossom
wishfulthinker
stamp2u
blessingsx3
bon2stamp
MelodyGal
darleenstamps
kittie747

CSS Alumni Blog Hop

Gina K. Designs/StampTV
Center Stage Spotlight Alumni Blog Hop

If you arrived here from Giovana's Blog, you're in the right spot.

If not, you'll want to go back to StampTV so you won't miss a thing.

Sketch Challenge
Created by Melissa Cash



I was so excited when my new order arrived in my mailbox.
This card was made with a stamp set released this month.

Ready, Set, Snow!
Illustrator: Rupa Shevde



I love you snow much!

For those of you who don't know so well, yet, I love the color orange!
Gina K's Sweet Mango is perfect for my penguin.

Not too light,
Not too bright.
It's just right!

Tools & Accessories

Cuttlebug snowflake embossing folder
Spellbinders Nestabilities: scalloped squares
Martha Stewart Infinite Loops Trim punch
Stampin' Up punches: circle, large oval & designer label
Copic Markers: Y38 honey, Y35 maize, B12 ice blue
SU bashful blue ribbon
pop-up dots
brads


Next up is Joy's Blog

~Pieces of Joy~

Center Stage Spotlight Alumni Blog Hop

Gina K. Designs/StampTV

Center Stage Spotlight Alumni Blog Hop

If you arrived here from Giovana's blog, you're in the right spot.

If not, you'll want to go back to Stamp TV so you won't miss a thing.


I'm still waiting for my order with the newly released stamps to arrive in my mailbox, but all of my GKD stamps are fun to use! Hope you're enjoying the hop!

Today, we have 2 color challenges that inspired our cards and projects.

Encouraging Bookmark

Gina K Stamp Set: Bug Me Anytime

Illustrator: Nina Brackett

Cardstock: white, sweet corn, & fresh asparagus

Ink: Memento black, Copic markers, SU markers

Accessories: eyelet, brad, ribbon

Congratulations on Your Baby Boy

Gina K. Stamp Set: Oh Boy

Illustrator: Tami Mayberry

Cardstock: white, sweet corn, red hot, turquoise sea

Ink: Memento black, Copic markers, SU markers

Accessories: ribbon

Tools: SU scallop edge punch, Cuttlebug EF folder

Don't miss out on seeing Jennie's blog!

~ Stampin' Away the Day ~

CAS Challenge Favorites

Here are some CAS favorites from the past few challenges. It was good to have some time to view the gallery again! *u*

CAS Challenge #99
darleenstamps
stampingout
SeattleStamper
cleekNHA
bfinlay
resqbarbie
cindybstampin
kittie747
Clear and Simple
hobbydujour
lisa lara
jdmommy
stampercamper
atsamom
Bailmac
sevencats
Luv Flowers
lbenden
dancerriley
catcrazy
ltecler
TreasureOiler
morningsun47

CAS Challenge #98
Biggan
stampingout
LateBlossom
Amisjag
NancyK.
stampercamper
hobbydujour

My CAS97 Challenge Card

Splitcoast CAS Sketch Challenge
Inspired by DT member: Birgit (Biggan)

Christian Paper Crafts Color Challenge:
bashful blue, wild wasabi, real red, white

Stamps: Snow Much Fun (Gina K.)
Paper: white, real red, brocade blue, bashful blue dsp
Ink: black, Copic markers (R29 lipstick red, G21 lime green, B32 pale blue, Y38 honey)
Tools: CM custom cutting system, Spellbinders Nestabilities scallop circles, Martha Stewart snowflake punch
Accessories: gingham ribbon
Size: 4.25 square (4.5 A Muse envelopes)

CAS Challenge #97 Favorites

mybearybest
gadget19
cookiebaker
ltecler
moonrise
UKJem
mamamostamps
KY Southern Belle
Biggan
resqbarbie
cindybstampin

My CAS96 Challenge Card

This week's CAS challenge was to use bows on your CAS card. I love bows!

Stamps: Merry & Bright (SU!), Warm and Wonderful & Snow Much Fun (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: white, wild wasabi, pink pirouette
Ink: black, Copic markers, wild wasibi, pink pirouette
Accessories: Offray ribbon

CAS Challenge #96 Favorites

markie's mom
ddaws
whoistracy
love5523
mamamostamps
Reddyisco
Smoatsmom
quillister
bfinlay
blessingsx3
k dunbrook
ReginaBD
rosigrld
CAKath
fionna51
sweetnsassystamps
Biggan
cookiebaker
NancyK.

Color Challenges

This wonderful fabric covering these dresser drawers was found at JoAnn Fabrics. The photo is the inspiration for today's color challenge at Christian Paper Crafts. The print has leaves and birds which are not a requirement of the challenge, but I liked them! *u*

Anniversary Birds

Stamps: Elegant Post (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: sahara sand, black, white, concord crush dsp
Ink: basic black, cherry cobbler, Copic marker W2
Tools: CM custom cutting system, Spellbinders Nestabilities scallop circle die cut
Accessories: Offray 1/8" ribbon, pop-up dots
Size: approx. 6.25x3.5 (Fits into a letter sized envelope)

Splitcoast CAS Color Challenge: Wild & Krafty Chocolates

wild wasabi
kraft
chocolate chip
white

Stamps: You are Not Alone (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: white, chocolate chip, SU dsp
Ink: SU marker: chocolate cgip, Copic marker: E43 dull ivory
Tools: CM custom cutting system
Accessories: SU kraft taffeta ribbon. pop-up dots

Christmas Blessings

It's crazy that Christmas has come and gone already! We had a white Christmas here. Hubby received an early gift last week... an epidural of steroids for his Spondolitis. He has 2 more rounds of shots. We weren't expecting to see any improvement until after the third round... but WOW! He is walking so much better and he can stand pain-free for over 5 minutes. It's truly a blessing.

I have a couple of Christmas photos and some holiday bookmarks I made for people who work with my son on a daily basis.



These bookmarks were made using Gina K. Designs stamps: Funky Christmas (Gina K.) and Warm and Wonderful (Rupa Shevde)

This is my son with his favorite gift on Christmas morning. Mom did great this year! Normally hubby does the shopping since he knows all the cool video games. So yeah, I'm proud of myself. LOL!

So, what is he reading that is so fascinating? It's an Eyewitness book titled, Robots!

Cousins Christmas Photo 2010
Take 101

Molly and Me

Isn't my niece the most adorable 3 year-old!?!
As soon as she walked in Grandma's door,
she ran into the family room and flew into my arms for a hug.
Kids can really make a person's heart feel mushy. *u*

I'm a winner!

Last Week's Color Challenge
on StampTV

... and I was the lucky winner! Sweet!

So... I get to choose a free set. I'm debating between Out West and 100% Sweet. I'm leaning towards the first one thinking that maybe I could use it for some masculine cards.

Recipe

StampTV Color Challenge
innocent pink, chocolate brown, ivory

GKD Stamps: Warm and Wonderful, Snow Much Fun
GKD Cardstock: innocent pink, chocolate brown, ivory
Ink: early espresso, chocolate chip, Copic markers: (R20 blush, R02 flesh)
Tools: Spellbinders Nestabilities scallop circle die
Accessories: pop-up dots

Stamp TV CSS Alumni Blog Hop

Gina K. Designs/Stamp TV

Center Stage Spotlight Alumni
Blog Hop

If you arrived here from Deb's blog, you're in the right place!
If not, you'll want to go back to StampTV so you won't miss a thing! :)

Sketch Challenge

Featured Gina K. Designs Stamp Set: Spirit of Christmas

GKD Cardstock
cranberry tart
green apple
creme de menthe


Tools & Accessories
Cuttlebug Swiss Dots EF
Spellbinders Nestabilities labels #10

Martha Stewart snowflake punch
whisper white taffeta ribbon
Copic Markers
R29 lipstick red
YG23 celadon green
V17 amethyst

Don't miss out on seeing Joy's blog

Pieces of Joy

A Few Favorites

Here are a few more favorites to share with you this Thanksgiving day *u*

Chupa (CAS)
Amisjag (CAS)
die cut diva (CAS)
Ruby-dooby-doo (CAS)
resqbarbie (CAS)
cookiebaker (CAS)
bfinlay
debdeb (CAS)
jandjccc
NancyK.
Biggan
markie's mom
Jenna Barber
ravengirl (CAS)
mamamostamps (CAS)
ilinacrouse
Lionsmane
sweetnsassystamps (CAS)
peebsmama (CAS)
kittie747

A Few Favorites

Here are a few wonderfully cute and beautiful cards to share. I have many more I will try and post during the holiday weekend. Enjoy!

heavensent
Karen B Barber
resqbarbie (CAS)
cher2008
cindybstampin (CAS)
bfinlay
catdidit (CAS)
n5stamper
sleepyinseattle
die cut diva (CAS)
Biggan
Rachelhope13
va.sunshine
jdmommy
Petal Pusher (CAS)

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It's been awhile since I've been on my blog. But I have lots of cards to post.
It's definitely starting to look like Christmas in my craft room.

SCS Sketch Challenge 308

Besides being out of practice with several layers, I went way out of my comfort zone with this card. I very rarely use buttons or mix & match 3 patterns of dp.

Stamps: Rodney Reindeer (Whipper Snapper)
Cardstock: chocolate chip, white
Designer Paper: most likely DCWV
Ink: black, Copic markers
Accessories: buttons, gold cord

CAS Technique Challenge: sponging

Stamps: DRS Designs
Paper: white, real red
Ink: black, real red, summer sun, Copic markers
Accessories: satin ribbon
Technique: sponging

SCS - CAS challenge - Use gingham or checks.

Christian Paper Crafts Color Challenge
white
taupe (or tan)
cranberry or bright red
hunter green

Stamps: tree (Impression Obsession), sentiment (Gina K. Designs - Fanciful Tags)
Paper: white, close to cocoa, SU retired dsp
Ink: garden green, riding hood red, Copic markers
Accessories: gingham ribbon
Size: approx. 6.5x3.25 (It fits into a standard letter size envelope.)

Christian Paper Crafts Color Challenge 83

The inspiration photo shows shades of greens, pinks and a bit of caramel. I used red instead of the dark rose red color.

Stamps: Greeting Card Kids (Stampin' Up!), Fanciful Tags (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: white, real red, pink pirouette
Ink: black, real red, bashful blue, Copic markers
Accessories: gingham ribbon, pop-up dots
Tools: Cuttlebug Swiss Dots EF, CM custom cutting system, Spellbinders Nestabilities scallop circle die, sponge

CAS Sketch Challenge
Inspired by DT member: Lori (ltecler)

Stamps: Snow Globe (Stampin' Up!), Fanciful Tags (Gina K. Designs)
Paper: white, real red, unknown dp
Ink: black, real red, Copic markers
Accessories: Taffeta ribbon, pop-up dots, white opal Liquid Pearls

CAS Technique Challenge: sponging

Stamps: Peaceful Wishes (Stampin' Up), SU sentiment
Paper: white, old olive
Ink: old olive, real red
Tools: Cuttlebug snowflakes EF
Accessories: gingham ribbon, brads
Technique: sponging
Size: 4.25 square (I use 4.5 A Muse envelopes)

Clean & Simple Challenge Winter DT Search

By clicking directly on the photo, you'll be able to see a bigger photo to see the details.

Stamps: sentiment (TAC), wreath (DRS Designs?)
Paper: white, real red
Ink: black, real red, Copic markers
Accessories: gingham ribbon, Diamond stickles
Tools: CM custom cutting system, Spellbinders Nestabilities scallop circle die, Cuttlebug snowflake EF