Monday, February 28, 2022

Library Books Set by Darkroom Door~

Hi guys!
I have  another NEW release stamp set by 
Darkroom Door. It is called Library Books and it  
is so cool!!! I love the library card image :):)


I created two projects using this set. 
card no.#1


This card is created using Distress Oxide inks and Distress
Archival inks.  It is very mixed media and has a distressed feel 
to it. I used several sets of stamps and just kept adding 
layers of color to achieve the "look".   Other sets used are:
Labels, Grunge Marks, the NEW Faded Circles, the
 NEW Sm. Sketched Alphabet and Sketched Numbers.

project no.#2


I created book mark tags from the library card stamp that is in 
the Library Books stamp set.  I used Distress Oxide ink and then
splattered with water to give the ink running look.  The Labels
set was also used. Easy and cute!!!
All adhesive used is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
 You can find the New release here.
For USA customers Topflight Stamps will have the stamps soon.

Thanks for stopping by~
Connie/DT Member

Thursday, February 24, 2022

Coastal Pines by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps~

Hi guys!
Today I'm sharing cards made using the Coastal Pines stamp
by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps It is an easy stamp set to work with 
and is universal for any occasion. 


The top card, the background is created using Alcohol inks
and then the image is stamped over it using Stazon ink/ Black. A
word sticker is added along with the bird from Birds 2 and you have a
quick and beautiful card.
The bottom card is stamped on white cardstock using a stamping
 platform (to make sure you get good coverage from the silhouette stamp).
A stencil is added over the card front. Color is added with the
 Day/Night panpastels.  The sentiment is stamped and added to the
card front. 



Thanks for stopping by~
Connie/DT Member

Monday, February 21, 2022

Wild Waves Background Stamp by Darkroom Door~

Hi guys!
I have more NEWLY released stamps from 
Darkroom Door. This one is called Wild Waves Background Stamp. 
So wavy and  so cool looking!


I created one card with this stamp and also added another 
New release quote stamp called Wild as the Sea
Quote Stamp.


This card is colored with Distress Oxide inks and highlighted with
white acrylic paint.  The fish come from the Under the Sea Set and are 
colored with Distress Oxide ink watered down (like watercolors).
Edges of card are smeared with white acrylic paint for a distressed
look.
Adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.


Thanks for stopping by.  You can see the NEW release here and
if in the USA Topflight Stamps will have the stamps soon.

Connie Mercer/DT Member

Saturday, February 19, 2022

Hang Tag with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

 Hi guys!
Today I'm sharing a Hang Tag using Simple Stories
pattern paper and Crafty Foam Tape 54' by Scrapbook
Adhesives by 3L.  This tape is thicker, so it is
perfect for this project.


These are easy and fun for the kids!!
I have all the details, plus step out photos along with a 
tutorial on how to cut the hang tag over on the Scrapbook
 Adhesives by 3L Blog.
  I hope you will take a look. 

Thanks for stopping by~
Connie/DT Member


Creative Time: 40 Minutes
Skill Level: Beginner

Materials Needed
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®
Crafty Foam Tape 54′
E-Z Runner Grand Refillable Dispenser
3D Foam Square White Mix
3D Foam Strips
other: Simple Stories/Back To School, punches.

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Friday, February 18, 2022

Artsy Squares Collage Stamp by Darkroom Door~

 Hi guys!!
Darkroom Door has released a bunch of new stamps
and guys they are fab!!!!  I will be sharing
my creations over the next couple of months.
I got to work with the Artsy Squares Collage Stamp
 and it is so retro in design.  Love it!!



card no.#1


This card is created with Distress Oxide inks and the NEW Artsy Squares stencil
for the background.  The stamped image was cut a part and added to the
card front with dimensional adhesive. I also used the NEW Faded Circles
for a mixed media look.
Other stamps used by Darkroom Door are the NEW Small Sketched
Alphabet
and Being Creative Quote Stamp. 

card no.#2


This is a fun one!  I stamped the image on heavy cardstock twice and 
colored the squares with bright Distress Oxide inks.  I stamped over the
 design using the Number Medley Set.  The quote is the NEW
Creative People Quote Stamp.
  I had extra Artsy Squares, from trimming
the card front down, so those were added in random spots on the card
front.


All adhesive used is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you will take a look
at the NEW RELEASE over on the Darkroom Door
Blog
.  For USA customers Topflight Stamps will have
the NEW stamps soon. 

Connie Mercer/DT Member

Thursday, February 17, 2022

Pine Cone Swag by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps~

 Hi guys!
Today I'm sharing a card and a DIY project using
the newly released Pine Cone Swag stamp by 
Blue Knight Rubber Stamps.


The top card is stamped over a mix of Alcohol inks using an
Evergreen colored ink. The pine cones are highlighted with 
white acrylic paint.  The swag is speckled with white acrylic paint.
The sentiment is from the Christmas Koala set.  The card is
matted using dimensional adhesive.
The treat bags are fun and easy!!!
Stamp the Pine Cone Swag on a large sheet of white
cardstock leaving enough room to fold the cardstock over. Score 
the card above the Pine Cone Swag and fold over.  Cut in
half and fussy cut (leaving the fold intact).  This will make two
treat bag toppers and you only stamped one image.
They are colored with Evergreen ink and panpastels.
Adhesive used is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Monday, February 14, 2022

Past Valentine Projects~

Hi guys!
I thought it would be cool to post some of the 
past Valentine/heart projects I have created over the 
last 10-12 years.  These are ideas, just
make them your own.

no.1

These are candy bar wrappers.  Easy peasy and fun!

no.2


Decorated candy box.

no.3


A shaker card with heart sequins inside. 

no.4

Jar full of Hearts tag!

no.5


The same Heart box decorated a different way with matching gift tags.

no. 6


Decorated tart tins!! A fun one.

no.7


An arrow made out of reclaimed wood and tin.  I still have
 it by my door:):). Hubby made it for me.

no.8


More Tart tins!!!

no.9


card

no.10


Place card.

Products are by Darkroom Door, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, 
Bella Blvd/Illustrated Life, S.e.i., Joy Clair Stamps, Doodlebug Designs
 and Stampendous!
Links are in my sidebar to the companies.

Thanks for stopping by~
Connie

Thursday, February 10, 2022

Matthew 1 Background Stamp by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps~

Hi guys!
Today I have cards to share using the newly released Matthew 1 stamp
by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps.  This is a very beautiful 
background stamp that looks amazing paired with a focal
image. Let me show you~ 


The top card is stamped with Archival Black ink and shadowed
with Day/Night Panpastels for color. I used the Pine Cone Swag stamp and 
just used the tip of the stamp (didn't put it on a black either) just lay it flat,
 and stamp the edges.  The Light of the World Stamp is used for the focal
image. I only stamped half of the stamp. A stamping platform works well
for this type of stamping.  The circle was cut and put on the stamping 
platform and then stamped several times. Dimensional adhesive is used
 to adhere the stamped circle to the card front.  The second card on the right
is stamped with a grey ink (for the background) and then the focal 
stamped over the background. I used a stamp platform for this also. 
All the adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L



Thanks for stopping by.
Connie/DT Member

Monday, February 7, 2022

RubberStampMadness Spring Issue

Hi guys!!
I wanted to share a few cards that were
published in the Spring Issue of RubberStampMadness.
This magazine has some fun categories like Time, Selfies and
Heartland just to name a few. 


This card is colored with watered down Distress Oxide inks.  I
use a water brush to paint with.  I love the distressed vintage look
it gives the stamped image.  The stamps used is by 
Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called Willow Lake and Birds 2.
The stickers are by Tim Holtz called Chit Chat.



The second card is in the TIME section of the magazine.


This card is colored with panpastels.  A stencil (Darkroom Door) is
 used to create the background for the card.  The stamps used are 
by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called Silhouette Grazing Horse
Birds 2  and Cowboy Minis .


All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.



Thanks for stopping by ~
See ya soon!
Connie

Thursday, February 3, 2022

Orcas by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps~

Hi guys!
Today I'm sharing cards made with the newly released stamp
called Orcas by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps.
If you love sea life you will love this stamp!!!


The top card (on the left) is stamped with Archival Black and colored
with Panpastels. A stencil/mask was used for the sun in the sky. 
The bird comes from the Birds 2 set by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps.
A word sticker is used for the sentiment.  Love the look of typewriter print.
The second card (on the right) is stamped twice with Archival Black.  The Orca
section is cut down to a 3"x3" and the Orcas are embossed with black
embossing powder.  The section is then adhered with dimensional adhesive 
for a raised effect.  The sky and water are colored with the
  Day/Night PanpastelPalette  .
Around the bottom of the Orcas I used a white gel pen for highlights.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.



Thanks for stopping by.
Connie Mercer/DT Member

Check out Blue Knight Rubber Stamps on the web!!

I Love Us Card with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

 Hi guys!
Today I'm sharing a "I Love Us" Card using Simple Stories pattern paper
 and Crafty Foam Tape 108' by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
They make lots of adhesive products that I love but this
one is special.  I use it on all of my projects!!!


I have a tutorial over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Blog with
all the details and step out photos.  I hope you will take a look~
This is a fun project and takes no time at all!!



Thanks for stopping by!
Connie / DT Member



Creative Time: 45 Minutes
Skill Level: Beginner

Materials Needed
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®
E-Z Runner Hearts Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner Grand Refillable Dispenser
3D Foam Squares Mix White
3D Foam Stripes
Crafty Foam Tape 108′
other: Simple Stories/Happily Ever After, Ranger/Perfect Pearls, Darkroom Door /Stitched Borders, twine and acrylic paint


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