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
crafty_mercer

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
crafty_mercer

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
crafty_mercer

Darkroom Door August Challenge - Under the Sea

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my card for the August
Darkroom Door Challenge using the Under The Sea 
stamp set.  The timing couldn't have been more
perfect, I just got home from Florida and still have shells
 and beautiful tropical fish on my mind.

I started by creating the background for the card. I used a mix
of  Distress Oxides inks for this.

As you can see, I used several different stamp sets to create the card.
The Wild Waves is a great background stamp that is
perfect to pair with the tropical fish.

The fish are stamped, colored and then cut out.  I used the Shells set for the 
scallop so the the fish could peek out.  I also used a white Posca pen to 
highlight the waves.  Dimentional adhesive is used to pop up the fish
images.  
To join in on the fun you can find all the details HERE.
Also, the Under The Sea stamp set is discounted !!!
#darkroomdoorchallenge

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
crafty_mercer

One Sheet with Darkroom Door~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a "One Sheet" mixed media  
creation using a sheet of 12x12 cardstock.  Super Fun!!!
  I chose the New York Vol.2, Number Medley and
 Stitched Borders by Darkroom Door, as my background
  stamps.

I stamped these three sets, in random places, to create a sheet of
mixed media pattern paper.  The color is Distress Oxide inks.  I then cut 
the sheet to make card fronts.  I got 4 cards, A2 size, and 2 tags from the 
one sheet of pattern paper.

I also used the Lots of Labels set and Word Labels to enhance the card
fronts.  These are great cards for the men in your life, like perfect
for Father's Day !!

The tags are perfect for a personalized touch to a gift bag!!
I hope I have given you some ideas for Father's Day and check
out Darkroom Door. 

They are doing some fun stuff over there!!!
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
crafty_mercer

Clipboard Frame Stamp by Darkroom Door~

Hi!!
Today I have a couple projects to share using the NEW
Clipboard Frame stamp by Darkroom Door.
The stamp reminds me of a vintage clipboard so
that was the inspiration.  I use them to showcase
favorite photos and ephemera.

.
 I have all sizes, of clipboards,
 hanging on my wall so it was easy.  Love them!

First project ~ a tag!!!

 This is a mixed media style tag using many stamp sets
by Darkroom Door, to get a messy background.  I'm using
Distressed Oxide ink in the blues & brown tones.  Blue and
Brown look great together.  The Clipboard is stamped out with 
Distress Oxide also. The grunge marks are added using
Archival black ink by Ranger.  Sets included are:
Clipboard (NEW)
Vintage Office, Number Medley, Faded Circles and
You Matter (NEW).

Second project ~ card.

I'm using the Layered handwriting background stamp as
my background for the clipboard frame stamp. It is matted
on black cardstock. The Clipboard (NEW) is decorated with the Number
Medley stamp set and the Small  Wildflowers stencil.  Also added is
 stamps from Vintage Office and You Matter (NEW) Sentiment
stamp. The girl photo is from the Elegant Ladies Collage sheets.

Thanks for stopping by!!
Stay tuned for more NEW RELEASE projects using 
Darkroom Door products.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Connie/Contributing Artist

Sitting Cat Tags with Darkroom Door~

 Hi!
Today over on the Darkroom Door Blog all
the details are listed for this fun Cat Lovers Blog Hop.
Darkroom Door is a sponsor and that is why I
created a couple of mixed media style tags for the hop.

I used Distress Oxide ink for the background along with stencils 
and stamps by Darkroom Door.  They will be listed at the bottom
 of the post.

I'm using the Brick Wall stencil for the background along with
a collage piece of text paper.  Part of the sentiment is computer
 generated.

This one I'm using a lined background stamp and I love how it worked
well with the design.  Check out the Cats Lovers Blog Hop over on
 the Darkroom Door Blog.  All products can be found in the
Darkroom Door online store. 
Adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
It started today~
Products used: 
Darkroom Door: Sitting Cat/Eclectic, Carved Leaves vol.1, 
Fun & Games, Stitched Borders, Sm. Sketched Alphabet, 
Number Medley, Grunge Marks, Pinstripe Background Stamp,
and  Sm. Brick Wall Stencil.
other: Distress Collage Medium, Archival Black & Geranium,
and Acrylic White Paint. tags: Studio Light, Ephemera: book page.
Markers: Posca, material strips and twine.

Thanks for stopping by~
Connie

Three Circles Stencil by Darkroom Door~

 Hi guys!
Today I'm doing a project using the NEW
Small Three Circle Stencil by Darkroom Door.
I'm also adding in the Pen & Ink set and 
Layered Handwriting background stamp.  These
two stamps are from the last release and I
have been eager to create with them.  

The background is created using panpastels and the Layered
Handwriting background stamp. The ink is Archival/Cobalt.

The bird houses are created out of the Ink & Pen set.
I had fun making them.

The sun is created using the Three Circle Stencil.  I used the
negative of the stencil and erased a circle out leaving a circle.
Easy to do with panpastels, (they are erasable).

Small Three Circle Stencil makes a easy and beautiful sun or moon.

All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L.

 

Thanks for stopping by!!

Connie/Contributing Artist 

Faded Circles Abstract Stamp by Darkroom Door~

Hi guys!
I have two more projects to share using stamps
from the Darkroom Door New release.  This one
is called Faded Circles.  I used it on almost all of the
projects I created. I love it that much!!! 

card no.#1

This card is created with a mixed media type background using
Distress Oxide ink and then removing the ink with water. The Faded Circles
 stamp gives a cool look when used like that. I then stamped the Faded Circles 
on the stencil images and then cut out. I used the 
Sm. Stencil called Tropical Leaves for this.  The large circles are 
from the NEW Small Sketched Alphabet.

card no.#2

This card is created in the same manner ~ removing the Distress Oxide
ink with water drops.  I love the look it gives for a mixed media
background. The Butterfly Stamp is colored in with the same inks I used
for the background. It is then glazed.  The sentiment is word stickers
 by Tim Holtz.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by~
You can find the NEW release products here
and if you are in the USA you can find the 
at Topflight Stamps very soon.

Connie/DT Member

Maple Leaves Background Stamp by Darkroom Door~

Hi guys!
I have the NEWLY released Maple Leaves 
Background stamp by Darkroom Door.  I have two
cards to share. 

This background stamp makes for a beautiful card.  Let me show you~
card no.#1


This is stamped with Distressed Archival ink and colored in with
 Distressed Oxide inks. It was splat with water to give the water marks, 
that I love!! It is distressed with acrylic paint on the edges. The NEW
Faded Circles are added for a mixed media feel.  Other stamps used
are Robin, the NEW Sm. Sketched Alphabet and Long Distance Sentiment
stamp.

card no. #2

This card is created in the same manner as the top card, only
using a different color pallet of Distress Oxide inks.  The flower image is a
small stencil called Tall Flowers.  I also used Abstract Jagged Steps and the
NEW Faded Circles for a distressed look. The sentiment is
called  Adventure Sentiment Stamp. Acrylic paint is used
 to grunge the edges of the card.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by~
You can find the NEW release products here
and if you are in the USA you can find the 
at Topflight Stamps very soon.

Connie/DT Member

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