Darkroom Door October Challenge ~ Playing Cards!

Hi there!!!
Today I'm sharing my card for the October Darkroom Door
Monthly Challenge using the Playing Cards set. 

I paired this set with Fun & Games for a mixed media feel! Just turn 
the stamps, for a different look, when you stamp to the card
front.  I used Versafine/Onyx Black and then colored with the Distressed
Oxide inks.  

The ink is Distressed Oxide: Lumberjack Plaid, Rustic
Wilderness, Prize Ribbon and Fossilized Amber for
added color. 
You can find all the details in the Darkroom Door Community.
Remember to add the hashtag #darkroomdoorchallenge and you
will be in the running for a $25 gift card.  If you don't have the set
you can order here.  All adhesives used are by Scrapbook Adhesives
by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie 
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Catch of the Day with Darkroom Door~

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing a NEW release stamp set by
Darkroom Door called Catch of the Day.  I love the
ocean and sea life. So peaceful! I created
two tags using the Catch of the Day Set and many other
stamps by Darkroom Door.  They pair together perfectly.

First thing for both tags is the tags were cut using the 8" Tag die.  This tag die
is amazing!  I cut a bunch of them and have them on hand to create with.

I cut a black mat for this tag (it comes with the 8" Tag die).
Both tags have a mix of  Distress Oxide inks /Blue tones. This tag 
is stamped with World Map BG and Number Medley.  

The Lobster, Shrimp, Crab (Catch of the Day) and
the Eclectic Small Vintage Label are stamped, colored
 and hand cut out.  They are clustered on the small label
 and adhered to the tag front.  Mesh plastic is added
 behind the small label cluster. Look real close. The sentiment 
is added using the Adventure Sentiment Strip.

The second tag is created the same way but using a few different
stamps.  The Fishing Net BG, Grid Texture Stamp, Number
Medley, Global Postmarks and the star of the show Catch of the Day
to create the background for the tag.  The Lobster, Fish, Shrimp and
 reverse sentiments were stamped, colored and hand cut out.

 The Fish, Lobster and Shrimp were sewn to the tag.  Kinda like
they got stuck in the net!  I used a needle and black embroidery thread
to achieve that look. The sentiments are from You Are Everything
and Celebrate Sentiment Strip.

All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by.
So good to be creating with Darkroom Door Stamps again.
Connie
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Sea Shell Mixed Media Tag ~

Hi there!!!
Still got sea shells on my mind, (just got back from Florida).
Love walking the beaches with my head down :):)

This was a fun tag to create.  I added the color to the tag and then stamped
using the the watered down ink.  Look real close and you will see the
sand dollar image. 

The background is created by using Distress Oxide inks and stamping then

into the watered down ink.  Stamps used are: Gifts from the Sea by Gina K,
Sentiments and date are by Kerri Bradford (Block of Time), Paper Artsy sets
used are HP2401, ESN55, ESN61 and ESN48.
 
Thanks for stopping by!!!
Connie
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Darkroom Door September New Stamp Release~ Love of Cats

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing one of the NEW stamp sets released
by Darkroom Door for September.  
It is called Love of Cats.  This set compliments
the Sitting Cat  Eclectic stamp so well.

First card~

The background is stamped with the NEW Willow & Fern.  I used Distress Oxide 
ink (Bundled Sage, Rustic Wilderness, Gathered Twigs and Peeled Paint). 
Also added in French Script and Number Medley stamps.  Both of these are 
favorites of mine.  The cat is stamped and colored with Gathered Twigs and then
 added to the card front. Twine and the sentiment is added next.  The
card is speckled with white acrylic paint.

Second card ~   

The New Gilded Leaves and Distressed Oxide ink (Chipped Sapphire)
 for the stamped background. Also added to background are Gum Trees,
 Vintage Office and Global Postmarks.  The cats (Love of Cats)
 are lined up and adhered with dimensional adhesive by
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.  Paint is smeared on the edges of the
card front for a messy look.

Third card~

I'm using the NEW Gilded Leaves Background stamp with the 
left over ink (from second card) that is on the stamp.  Just spritz with
 water and stamp. It gives a lighter, faded out look. Makes the silhouette
Bold Blossoms really pop.  Also added in are Handwritten Ledgers,
Stitched Borders and You are Everything. 

Here is a look at the September release from Darkroom Door.
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Rolodex Fun with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing with you my second project, as
an official DT member, for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Super fun one, too!!!!

I have all the details over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Blog.
Here is a little teaser~

Can't wait to fill the Rolodex with art. I'll keep you posted.

Thanks for stopping by.
Connie Mercer

Creative Time: 60 mins
Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials Needed:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®
E-Z Runner Grand Refillable Dispenser, E-Z Runner Grand Dots Repositionable Dispenser, 3D Foam Strips White Large, 3D Foam Circles White Mix and 3D Foam Strips White and Black.

Other: Papers, Stickers + Ephemera: Blue Knight Stamps (Designer Paper: Mixed Media 2); Stamp: Blue Knight Stamps (Background Branches, Friends Rock, Numbers Set), Darkroom Door (Number Medley); Ink: Versafine (Black Onyx); Craft Dies: Blue Knight Stamps (Background Branches). 

Darkroom Door September Challenge ~ Butterflies

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing my project for the 
September Challenge for Darkroom Door.  The
stamp set being featured is called Butterflies.  Such 
a good one!!! Who doesn't love Butterflies! 

I also had a fun time using the 8" Tag Die.  I loved it so much I cut a
bunch.  They are all stacked up and ready to create with.

The background is created using the NEW Willow & Fern
Background stamp.  Portions of the background stamp
were placed in random spots adding interest to the 
tag.  The Butterflies being the main focal of the tag.

Supply list includes: Stamps: Darkroom Door: Butterflies, Handwritten Ledger,
and Willow & Fern BG. Ink: Ranger: Distress Oxide: Bundled Sage. 
Distress Oxide Spray: Seedless Preserves. Distress Spray: Bundled Sage.
Versafine/Blk. Onyx. other: Tim Holtz: stickers (small talk and Postage).
ribbon: Tim Holtz: Crinkle.
You can find out all the details here about the Monthly
Darkroom Door Challenges. 

Thanks for stopping by!!
Connie
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Designer Paper and Tags Mix Well~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a mixed media tag
using Designer Paper by Deanna Sedillo called Initial set. 
All of the papers are beautiful but I loved this blue one.

Each paper set has 5 different designs, 3 of each and the back has 
a design too.  The papers are sized 5x7 perfect for stamping 
and mixed media.  Lots of room to decorate.

The paper takes the ink and paint great!!!
other supplies used: Stamps: PaperArtsy, Studio Light, AALL &
Create, KatzelKraft, Hobby Art LTD., Ink: Distress Oxide, Versafine.
Adhesive: 3D Foam Squares Black, 3D Foam Strips Black by Scrapbook
Adhesives by 3L.  also: acrylic paint/white.

Collage of all the tags that I created using
Deanna's Ink Inspirations Designer Papers.

Thanks for stopping by!!!
Connie
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