Finally Friday with a Lesson in Color!!!

Hello all!!! Welcome to finally Friday with the trendsetting Tote-ally Tess!!!

Today's creation comes to us from Gretchen Barron. And not only does she gives us a gorgeous sample to look at, but also gives a color lesson!! Read on for more info:
Pantone, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards (yes, there really is such an organization) has declared turquoise the Color of the Year for 2010!

Here's what they have to say about Turquoise.

"Whether envisioned as a tranquil ocean surrounding a tropical island or a protective stone warding off evil spirits, Turquoise is a color that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for men and women, and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with any other color in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens".

Trendsetting ... that's our Tote-ally Tess in today card. Don't you just love her style?

Colors for today's card are Certainly Celery, Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White. I used Kaleidoscope Designer Series Paper and 5/8" Certainly Celery Satin Ribbon, along with some turquoise brads (Bold Brights). I paper-pieced Tess's slacks, top and hair -- stamping them on scraps of paper and then attaching them over the top of the image stamped on Whisper White.

More photos and details are avialable on my blog at http://gretchenbarron.typepad.com/my_weblog/2010/01/turquoise-is-the-color-of-the-year-and-a-new-stamping-411-sketch-challenge.html

Happy Stamping!!!!

~~~Ann~~~

Finally Friday and Time to Fly!!!

Hello all!!! Here we are at another Friday, which means the weekend is upon us!

The card we have today is from Gretchen Barron and showcases the new butterfly embosslit - Beautiful Wings. This is in the Occasions mini and is a must have!!

Here is what Gretchen has to say about her card:

There's nothing better in the cold of winter than a nice shot of bold, bright colors and beautiful, whimsical butterflies! I used Real Read, Only Orange and Whisper White as my primary colors.

Other colors used for the butterflies include YoYo Yellow, Lovely Lilac, Green Galore and Brilliant Blue. The butterflies are cut and embossed with the new Stampin' Up! Beautiful Wings Embosslet and the Big Shot (available January 5th in the Occasions Mini Catalog).

The ribbon is 5/8" Real Red Satin and the sentiment is from Heard from the Heart. The bottom of the Whisper White layer is punched with the new Scallop Trim Border Punch.

You can find all the details and more photos on my blog at http://gretchenbarron.typepad.com/my_weblog/2010/01/a-new-year-and-a-new-sketch-from-stamping-411.html

Thanks for looking -- blessings, Gretchen

Happy Stamping!!!

~~~Ann~~~

It's a Dazzling Wednesday!

Good afternoon!  I'm sorry this wasn't posted earlier, but I was without internet service until just now. 

Today's dazzling project comes to us from the fabulous Gretchen Barron. Let's see what she has to say about her card.

Here's a bright and cheery Christmas card for you using Merry Moments Designer Series Paper and the colors of Real Red, Glorious Green and Very Vanilla. The sentiment is from Grateful Greetings and the snowflakes, punched with the Jumbo Snowflake Punch, are covered with bright, sparkling Dazzling Diamonds glitter. Each snowflake is adorned with a Clear Rhinestone brad in the center. The ribbon and bow are 1/4" Real Red Grosgrain. So much fun and what a perfect way to send holiday greetings to someone important to you. I stamped a few snowflakes on the inside of the card as well! Details are on my blog at http://gretchenbarron.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/12/its-weekend-sketch-challenge-time-ia112.html

Blessings, Gretchen

I just love those "Dazzling" snowflakes!  

Thanks for sharing with us, Gretchen!

Until next week...

Happy stampin'!

 

Finally Friday - Harvest Style!!

Hello all!!!  This week we are being treated to wonderful card from the ever talented Gretchen Barron.  The watercoloring on here is just amazing.  Since this is not one of my talents as a stamper I am always in awe of those who can!

Here's what Gretchen has to say about her creation for this week:

What great colors for fall and Thanksgiving ... which is why I decided to use one of my favorite fall sets -- Harvest Home. The sentiment is from Grateful Greetings and accessories include 5/8" Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, The Eyelet Border Punch, Large Oval and Scallop Oval punches, Stampin' Dimensionals and Blender Pens. I used the Blender Pens and reinkers to do the watercoloring on the stamped image.

Ink colors include Pumpkin Pie, Dusty Durango, Old Olive, Really Rust, More Mustard, Ruby Red, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip and Not Quite Navy.

More photos and complete instructions can be found at http://gretchenbarron.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/10/harvest-home-and-two-new-challenges.html. thanks for looking -- blessings, Gretchen

Thanks Gretchen for inspiring us all with a wonderful card!!

Happy Stamping and a Happy Thanksgiving to all who will be celebrating next week!!

~~~Ann~~~

Finally Friday -

Hello all!!! Here we are at another Friday! This week we have 2 projects to show you from Gretchen Barron!!!! She a quick and easy card for us and wonderful gift idea using the On Board Chipboard!!

Here's what she has to say:

Isn't this a fun project and oh, so quick to put together. I did the entire piece in less than 10 minutes - no kidding! I used an On Board Small Book Basics Chipboard piece and covered it with scraps of Tea Party DSP and the Anywhere Glue Stick. I quickly sanded down the edges to make sure they would adhere. I tied ribbon (retired SAB Poly Twill) across the board to hide the "seams" and tied bows on each side. Using a Jumbo Paper Clip at the top, I attached a Embosslet Flower using Stampin' Dimensionals! I tied some scraps of coordinating ribbon around the clip handle and added a Cordurory Button. The Paper Tablet was found at the Target Dollar Spot (gotta love that place). The holes were already punched so I just ran some more ribbon through and tied in a bow. What a great, quick, inexpensive and useful gift this would be for almost anyone! Details can be seen on my blog post HERE.

It seems this month before the new catalog comes out there is always a rush to use favorite Stamp Sets and Designer Papers just a few more times before they retire forever.
This card is a full 5 1/4" square and uses the wonderful Urban Garden DSP. I love the blue and green together! Stamp sets are Echoes of Kindness (Level 2 Hostess) and God's Beauty (Level 1 Hostess). Accessories include: Eyelet Border Punch, 3/8" Kiwi Kiss/Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon; Blender Pens and re-inkers; sponges; Stampin' Dimensionals; 1 3/4" Circle Punch; the Big Shot and Pennant Die (for the Scallop Circle). Details can be seen on my blog post HERE.

Happy Stamping!!!!

~~~Ann~~~