Wrapping up the Month with Creative Worship~

Hi there!!
Sharing a wrap up of all the projects that were 
created using Creative Worship Stamps & Dies.
I had such a great time creating these and have 
more ideas, so don't be a stranger :):) 

I love creating "outside" the box, so I'm always looking for new ways to
use stamps and dies that are different.  The "mixed media look" really
appeals to me and is really fun!  So hard to mess it up:):) 
Creative Worship offers so many great mixed media type stamps.
Lots of cool background stamps too!!!  I love that they are Faith based
the most.  So many of their products speak to me.  To get a better
look, at these projects, just scroll down to get the details.

I hope you will check them out!!
Connie
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The Goodness of God Journal Page with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my 6th project using The Goodness
of God by Creative Worship Stamps.  I'm creating on a 
4" X 6" mixed media art journal.  It is a little 
bigger than a tag. 

The background was created by dabbing ink (Distress Oxide) to
an acrylic stamping block, spritz with water and then dab on
the journal page.  Dry with a heat tool and then add another color
of ink.  I used Dusty Concord, Mowed Lawn and 
Evergreen Bough by Ranger.  Background stamps and a stencil
were added next.  I used Texture Tiles #1, Vintage Snippets,
Peaceful Botanicals (Versafine/Onyx Blk.) and Leaf Fronds (stencil).  

I used Crackle Paste with the Peace Joy Love stencil and added
Distress Oxide ink, over the numbers, to bring out the crackle effect.
The sentiment is from The Goodness of God stamp set.  To complete
the page, speckle with white acrylic paint. Tip: An old toothbrush works great.

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Bookmark Tags with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my 5th project using stamps and
words, special words by Creative Worship Stamps.  I see
bookmarks are trending so I made a couple using tags,
with a mixed media swing:):)

The tags are created the same, I just did two of them:)
Different words but the same.  These will look great marking pages
in a book or the Bible.

The tag background is a mix of Distress Oxide ink. I used Mustard Seed and
Blueprint Sketch. I then added the Psalms 23 BG stamp along with
Peaceful Botanicals and pick a number to complete the pattern.

The top of the tag is added to the bottom of the bookmark tag using the
Sew Many Stitches Stamp.  I added reinforcements to the tops and bottoms
 of the tags.  The sentiments are stamped on extra tags (needed for
bottom) and then trimmed out in a strip format.  The tags are hand cut (no
die).  This is a fun project, nice gifts also.
You will also need ribbon, fabric or twine for the topper tie.  Speckle with
white acrylic paint for the mixed media look.  I edged the sides of the
tags white acrylic paint. 

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Praying for You Card with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my 4th project using the Snowdrops 
Stamp and die by Creative Worship to create a mixed
media style card.

The card background is created using a mix of Distress Oxide ink. I used several
colors (listed below) along with stamps. I then used Crackle Paste with the
Diamond Tile Stencil to create texture.  As the Crackle Paste dries the cracks
form.  Adding more ink really highlights the cracks. 

The sentiment is embossed and added to a Banner die cut from black
cardstock. The card front is speckled with white acrylic paint.

Supplies used: Creative Worship Stamps: Snowdrops Stamp & die, Banner
die set, Vintage Snippets, pick a number and Diamond Tile Stencil.
Ink: Ranger: Distress Oxide ink: Rustic Wilderness, Prize Ribbon,
Blueprint Sketch, Chipped Sapphire and Salty Ocean. Versafine: 
Onyx Black. other: acrylic white paint, Ranger: Crackle Paste/Opaque,
embossing powder.

Thanks for stopping by!
I will be sharing projects twice a week, so don't be a stranger! 
Connie
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Praising HIM tag set with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my 3rd project for
Creative Worship Stamps.  I will be creating a mixed media
 tag set, with Women of Praise (love this set).    

When I'm creating sets, it is just as easy doing one as it is three. These were 
fun to create and I loved how the Funky Textures 2 made some cool
borders for the bottom of the tags. The tags are created together, in
assembly line fashion. The only thing is different praise people and
different words.

The tag is a hand cut tag (no die).  When I create with them I like them bigger.
This is about a 3 1/4 W x 5 1/4 L (not counting the stamped borders).
I did a mix of Distress Oxide inks and then added the stencil.
Then came a mix of stamps, going for a messy look. 
 The borders were than prepared for three tags. Stamped, colored and  
cut out. They are stapled to the bottom of the tag. Added a fabric
tie and button to the top.  Did all of this two more times.

Once you get one done, two more go fast.  The last thing I like to
do is speckle with white acrylic paint.  An old toothbrush works
good for this. 

Supplies used: Creative Worship Stamps: Vintage Ledger Page, Women of
Praise, Funky Textures 2, Foliage Silhouettes, Texture Tiles 1, Fun Florals,
Typed Thoughts, Sew Many Stitches, Vintage Snippets and Star 
Pattern Stencil. Ink: Ranger: Distressed Oxide: Mowed Lawn, Rustic
Wilderness, Cracked Pistachio. Versafine: Onyx Black. other: Posca: white
 marker pen and white acrylic paint. other: fabric, twine and embossing powder.

Thanks for stopping by!
I will be sharing projects twice a week, so don't be a stranger! 
Connie
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Art Journal Page with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
I'm so excited to be Guest Designing for
 Creative Worship Stamps in the month of April. 
I love to Art Journal so that is my starting point. I get
inspiration from scripture, music and everyday life.

I started by adding color (Distress Oxide ink) to the page and
then a stencil was added in.  The Star Pattern Stencil was perfect!!
Water marks were added by sprinkling water, over the ink, and then
dabbing off. So fun!    

 

The stamps were added in and then highlighted with Distress Oxide inks.
I use them like watercolors. I will list below. The words are embossed
on black cardstock.  The Leaf Fronds Stencil is added using Walnut Nut
Stain.  The Faith Definitions Stamp is added along with a round
paper clip for open/closure. 
Products used: Creative Worship Stamps: Have Courage, Grunge Elements 2,
Faith Definitions, Typewriter Text BG, Family of God & die, Vintage Snippets 
and Patient Echinacea. Creative Worship Stencils: Star Pattern and Leaf Fronds.
Ink: Ranger: Distress Oxide: Peeled Paint, Peacock Feathers and
Walnut Stain. Versafine: Onyx Black. other: Posca: White and
Black markers, White acrylic paint and embossing powder.

Thanks for stopping by!
I will be sharing projects twice a week, so don't be a stranger!

 
Connie
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Just a Note Tag ~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a Just a Note Tag created with
Creative Worship Stamps and a few "back in the day"
embellishments!! 

I used scraps of cardstock along with Distress Oxide Inks to
create the background for the mixed media tag.  The stamps used
are very eclectic and I love the vintage appeal!!

The sentiment is by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called
Reverse Sentiments.  Love it so much!!
The stamps used by Creative Worship are: Nature Silhouettes 4,
Clipboard, Vintage Postcards and Vintage Ledger Page. The
silhouette wildflowers give the tag that "old timey" feel!
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Genuine Art Journal Page ~

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing an Art Journal page using
stamps and stencils by Creative Worship.  My favorite part
about the process is the background.  I love
adding in all the elements and have it come together! 

I'm using Distress Oxide Inks to create the background.  I water
down the ink and dab the page in the ink.  Then heat dry after each
color is added.  Start adding in the stencils using the inks from
the background.  The next step is adding the stamps. Decisions, decisions!
The words are important to me.  On this one the phrases tell the message.

They all spoke to me so added them in random places
of the page. 

Products used: Stamps: Creative Worship: Texture Tiles 1, Authentic Faith,
Foliage Silhouettes, and Nature Silhouettes. Stencils: Mixed Up, Wonky Grid,
Cross Stitch, Diamond Tile, Leaf Fonds and Delightful Delicate.
Ink: Archival/Jet Black, Distress Oxide and Versafine/Onyx Black.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
other: Posca white marker, acrylic white paint.
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Creative Scrapbooker Magazine ~ Fall 2025

Hi there!!
So excited to share with you an Art Journal Page
that was published in the Fall Issue of
Creative Scrapbooker Magazine.  

This is a Canadian publication and it is beautiful.  Full
of amazing scrapbook pages, cards and art journal pages. I hope
you will check it out.  It makes me want to start scrapbooking again! 

The background is blended with Distress Oxide inks along with vintage 
text paper.  I used stamps and stencils to add interest.  The leaf branches and
sentiments are stamped and added to the page, using dimensional adhesive.
To complete the page it is speckled with white acrylic paint. 

Products used - stamps: PaperArtsy, Creative Worship stamps.
adhesive: Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. ink: Ranger/Distress Oxide inks
and Archival/Jet Black. stencils: PaperArtsy. embossing powder: WOW!
 other: vintage text paper.
Thanks for stopping by!!
Connie
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You Are Deeply Missed ~ art journal page

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing an Art Journal page I
created in memory of my grandson.
He went to be with the Lord March 16, 2025.
He would have been 17 years old.  He is missed
terribly.  I think about him like this and it helps me
 so much!

I created a mix of colors using Distress Oxide for the background.
It is an easy and great way to get a colorful background.
I then added the silhouette stamps and then filled in
with stencils.  I just keep bringing the colors from the 
background to give the page a balance. 

The title and scripture are added with much reflection. 
The large letters are from the Worthy King Alpha by
Creative Worship Stamps. 

Listed below are the products used to create this page.
Stamps: Blue Knight Rubber Stamps: Dictionary Page/BG, 
Choose Wisely and Zach and Marley.
Stencils: Creative Worship Stamps: Leaf Fronds, Cross Stitch,
Dots & Hearts, Mixed Up and Diamond Tile.
All used are Posca white marker, acrylic paint and Multi
Med. Matte.
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Quick and Easy Sentiment Strips ~ re-purposed!

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a re-purposed idea. 
I don't like to throw pieces of left over paper in
the trash.  I want to find a use for it or
at least try :):)

Some 12x12 pattern paper packs come with a salvage edge on the top and 

by turning it over you get a white strip (that is perfect size) to stamp
a sentiment on.  The time it saved was a game changer for me. 

Snip off the sentiment from the strip, add adhesive and
adhere to your project. Easy!!!!
 

I was making Corner Bible Markers for Vacation Bible School.

I used stamps by Creative Worship, Blue Knight and
adhesive by Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L/3D Foam Strips.  The paper
is by s.e.i.
Thanks for stopping by!!!
Connie
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Spring Mixed Media Tags~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing some SPRING mixed media tags
using stamps by Creative Worship.  Can you tell I
really love creating with these stamps? :) 

I started with white, heavy cardstock for the tags.  Then I added color with a mix of
Distress Oxide inks. I then added in the leaves and element stamps.  Next
the stencils called Mixed Up and Cross Stitch are added.

For a really fun look mix up the ink colors. 

I added vintage lace to the bottom along with a label and Paper Dolls by
Tim Holtz.  The silhouette stamp is next. Stamp using a stamp
platform (like a Misti), so you can repeat stamping, for a strong inked image.

Add the sentiment on each tag with dimensional adhesive.
All adhesives are by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

These were really fun to make!!
Thanks for stopping by.

Connie
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100% All The Time Art Journal Page~

Hi there!
I'm sharing an Art Journal Page using stamps
by Creative Worship.  There are some from the
March release and then some that are discontinued
but it is all good.  

I started by adding watered down Distress Oxide to the mixed media 

journal page.  I dried the page, with a heating tool, after each color of ink.
My color choices were Mowed Lawn, Rustic Wilderness, Abandoned 
Coral and Barn Door by Ranger.

Creating a messy background can be tricky but remember it is
really hard to mess it up.  Just go with it!!! The large flowers
and leaves were added first, for placement.  The background
elements next. 

The stamps used for this page are Vintage Elements, Faith Wordfetti,
Text BG, Cosmos BG, Geometric BG, Bingo Card, All in All, 
Texture Tile 1, Cheery Birds & Buds, Fantastic Flowers and Peace
Joy Love Stencil (all by Creative Worship).
Also added to complete the page is acrylic paint, Archival/Jet Blk.
ink and Versafine/Onyx Blk.

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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The Lord is my Strength Art Journal Page~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing an Art Journal Page
using stamps by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps
and Creative Worship Stamps. The stamps are
different but worked so well together. 

See what I mean?  So good!
I used Praise Him by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps and Women of Praise
by Creative Worship.

I used Distress Oxide inks (watered down) for the sky and then 
blended for the grass and brick wall. I added stamps and stencils
for a mixed media feel and look.  The silhouette images are placed
on a stamping platform to get a rich coverage. Perfect
placement for re-stamping.  The words are a combination
of stamps by both companies.  I felt like they worked fabulous
together!

Product list:
Blue Knight Rubber Stamps: Leaning Guitarist, Praise Him and
Birds ll.
Creative Worship Stamps: Vintage Elements, Type Text BG, Texture
Tiles 1, Women of Praise and Mixed Up, Cross Stitch  and 
Brick Wall Stencils.  
Distress Oxide inks: Walnut Stain, Broken China, Peacock
Feathers and Rustic Wilderness.  All adhesive by 
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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A Dream is a Wish card

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a mixed media card using
Poppy Field by Creative Worship.  This is a great
stamp to use for a Valentine card. 

I'm using Distress Oxide inks along with stencils and stamps to create a 
card background.  The Poppies are stamped on white
cardstock and then cut out.

Adhere the flowers to the card front and then speckle with white acrylic
paint.  I use an old toothbrush for this.  Works great!
The products used are by Creative Worship (Vintage Elements,
Texture Tiles 1, Poppy Field, Birthday Word Art and Diamond Stencil.)
You can find these on there website HERE.

All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by!

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Best of 2024~

Hi there!
Hope you all had amazing FAMILY time!!  We did!
Christmas is a special time of the year. We keep it simple and
soak up all the time with our family that we can! 
I was hoping for some creative time but that didn't
happen.  
Looking through my blog posts, for 2024, these nine were the 
favorites (by the number of page views).

I created for Blue Knight Stamps, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, Creative Worship,
Topflight Stamps, Clear Scraps and Buttons Galore and More
 (links are in the side bar).

Thanks for stopping by!!
Connie
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I Will Make Room For You ~ mixed media art journal page.

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a mixed media Art Journal Page using
stamps and stencils.  The inspiration came from a song.
It really spoke to me.  

I used stamps and stencils by Creative Worship Stamps. I will list them at the
end of this post.  Distress Oxides inks (watered down) and acrylic paint is 
what I started with.

I added vintage book text pages to both sides of the journal page.  The background
is a mix of stencils and stamps.  The larger / focal images are stamped out,
colored and then cut out.  

Stamps & stencils included by Creative Worship Stamps are:  Teeny Alpha,
Funky Textures 2, Authentic faith, Typewriter Background, Books of
the Bible Set, Worthy King Alpha, Fantastic Flower, Brick Wall, Leaf Fronds,
Cross Stitch and Stacked Arrows. 

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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