Okay so I am on Cloud Nine right now and can not believe the news that I recieved a few days ago. It inspired me to make this card as I am so grateful for all the possibilities that Stampin' Up! has brought into my life. I knew the stamp sets I wanted to use but turned to the current Colour Challenge at ColourQ for some more inspiration . I never would have thought that when I attended my first Stampin' Up! workshop 3 1/2 years ago and signed up to "just get the kit" (as I had Never stamped or scrapbooked before) that I would be here today blogging, creating and sharing what I love to do.
Now with thse colours I think I could have easily gone with a more masculine type card but for some reason when I saw them I knew they would all come together with the Inspired By Nature Stamp Set. I inked the flower silhouette image with Peach Parfait, Sahara Sand and Chocolate Chip Markers, then stamped it on one of the designs from the Presto Patterns Specialty Paper Pack. I then sponged all the edges with Sahara Sand ink. I just love this paper and how the designs "magically" appear when you ink the paper. I also distressed all of the edges using the Cutter Kit and then tore the paper in a few places. I stamped the setiment from Word Play (on sale for 30% off right now and one of my favourite sets :) using Early Espresso Ink. This piece was then matted on some Chocolate Chip card stock that had also been destressed.
For the card base I chose some Textured Basic Gray and using my Big Shot and Vintage Wallpaper Impressions Folder I added some extra texture and design. Then tied around some Peach Parfait Poly Twill Ribbon. I think Peach Parfait is definately one of my new favourite colours.
Have a wonderful day everyone and thank you so much for visiting my blog-it makes my heart happy!
Congratulations Jenn, I also entered but have not heard a peep. Happy for you though as I know how much work is involved with everyone that entered. I know you are over the moon with excitement and I applaud all the winners. so far I only know of 2. Wish the others would step forward and be counted.
Can't wait to see your creations.
Debi Pippin
Florida
Posted by: Debi Pippin | 05/23/2011 at 09:19 PM
This is absolutely beautiful, Jenn! Perfect image choice for these colors, and so well executed. Thanks for joining us at the ColourQ!
Posted by: Christina MacLaren | 05/23/2011 at 06:18 AM
Fabulous card Jenn. We're going to rock Convention at the Artisan Award dinner.
Posted by: Sandra Farrell | 05/22/2011 at 09:27 PM
Hi Jenn! I can't see on here where you have made your big announcement, but I just saw over on the SCS forums! SOOOOOOOO EXCITED for you! I have to say though, I'm not surprised because you are so super talented! I'm proud to be your online friend (and stalker!). Go Girl :)
Posted by: Nicki Turner | 05/22/2011 at 07:19 PM
Congratulations!! From my brief peek at your blog, it is well-deserved!! Your inspired by Nature card is just gorgeous!!
Posted by: Brenda Quintana | 05/22/2011 at 06:13 PM
Beautiful card and awesome news! Congratulations!
Posted by: Lnda Callahan | 05/22/2011 at 05:32 PM
That is AWESOME news! Congrats! You are so deserving of this Award and I'm just giddy that you received it! Your talents are awe inspiring!
Posted by: Jamie Adcock | 05/22/2011 at 03:47 PM
Congratulations Jenn - a fantastic reward for your lovely work!
Posted by: Dee | 05/22/2011 at 02:38 PM
CONGRATS!!!!!!!! Does this mean you are going to convention now?????
Posted by: Kristen Conant | 05/22/2011 at 01:39 PM
OMG I bet you were flipping when you found out! All you hard work paid off! Well Done! How exciting!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Will catch you later on skype! xx
Posted by: Tracey Old | 05/22/2011 at 01:28 PM
congrats Jenn ~ well deserved,enjoy!!! wish I was going to convention..enjoy every minute of your applause!!!
Posted by: Denise | 05/22/2011 at 11:26 AM
Beautiful and soft, Jenn! I love what you did with the colors. Thanks for joining us at the ColourQ this week.
Posted by: Sylvia Nelson | 05/22/2011 at 10:48 AM
How exciting Jenn !!! I'm so happy for you!!! I'll be looking for your display board at convention. I love your work!! Hope to see you and actually meet you in person at convention.
Posted by: Sue Dyas | 05/22/2011 at 07:29 AM
Congradulations! I can't wait to see your display board at convention.
Posted by: Renee Ballard | 05/22/2011 at 06:11 AM
I'm still in shock! Thinking you almost didn't enter!
Wow!! so exciting!!
--yay... you accomplished a great goal you had set for yourself!
---- Way to go!
Have fun celebrating at convention... : )
Posted by: Natasha | 05/22/2011 at 01:02 AM
Hi Jenn,
Congratulations!!!!!! Your work is beautiful!
Posted by: Karen | 05/21/2011 at 09:51 PM
U already know how I feel...:-)
Posted by: Carrie Gaskin | 05/21/2011 at 09:25 PM
Yaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyy Jenn!! Congrats, I'm so excited for you! :) I don't usually comment because I check blogs on my google reader, but I had to pop in for this one! ;) Yippee!! We'll do a happy dance at convention, yes? :)
p.s. I LOVE this card. It looks like a decorated tile/coaster ... but I mean that in a good way. :) Very 3D looking.
Posted by: Laura W. | 05/21/2011 at 08:31 PM