Darkroom Door November Challenge ~Full Bloom Vol. 1

Hi there!!!
Today I'm sharing my November Monthly Challenge
using the Darkroom Door set called Full Bloom Vol. 1.

I created a mixed media background for the 8" Tag using
Carved Leaves Vol.1, Handwritten Ledgers and Number Medley plus
the Small stamp: Take Flight/Butterflies.  The background stamp used
is called Corrugated Iron. The sentiment is from the You are Everything
 set.

You can find all the details on how to join in  HERE.
Check out the Facebook Darkroom Door Community to check
out the challenge there also.  Hope you join in.  I forgot to 
mention the  £25  gift certificate. 

Thanks for stopping by!!!
Connie
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Red Panda Mixed Media Tag with Darkroom Door~

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing another NEW stamp by Darkroom Door.
It is called the Red Panda Photo Stamp.  Super Cute!!!
I'm using the 8" Die Tag along with the Numbers Die Set 1
to create my Red Panda Tag. 

Using the Small Brick Wall Stencil to add interest to
the tag background.  The Red Panda is masked off to only
get the Panda not the frame, when stamped.  I used a stamping
platform for this, so I can restamp if needed.

The Carved Leaves Vol 1 are stamped with Versafine Clair/Nocturne
 and Shady Lane in random spots.  Love adding in the different
sizes of leaves. The sentiment is from You Are Everything.  Love
the reverse sentiment (white words on black background)!!

The stamp is available in a set or a single photo stamp.

Thanks for stopping by!!!
Connie
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Greatest Gift Pocket Tag with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

Hi there!! 
Today I'm sharing from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L a
fun mixed media Pocket Tag.  I'm using
some pretty pattern paper which was fun and different!!! 

I have all the details over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Blog.
 A great project to use up your stash!!! Background stamps
are a must too.

I hope you will check it out!!  But here is a teaser~

Thanks for stopping by~
Connie

Creative Time: 60 mins

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials Needed:

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®

3D Foam Squares Micro White, 3D Foam Strips White & Black

3D Foam Circles White Mix

Crafty Foam Tape Black 108’

E-Z Runner Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser

Other:  Pattern paper: The Paper Studio: In Bloom, Stamps: Paper Dolls: Tim Holtz, Blue Knight Stamps: Background Branches, Did you know…: Darkroom Door: Handwriting, Number Medley, Handwritten Ledger and Stitched Borders. Dies: Creative Worship: Scallop Border Die; AALL & Create: Majestic Borders. Ink: Ranger: Distress Oxide: Rustic Wilderness, Bundled Sage and Black Soot. Versafine: Black Onyx, Hero Arts: Hero Hues: Unicorn.

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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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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