Ohh la la ... look at what I won at Convention!
The Chic Boutique stamp set!! I got pulled up to answer a question pertaining to the Sock Monkey stamp set and ended up winning this and I didn't even have to answer correctly. LOL!
The Chic Boutique stamp set!! I got pulled up to answer a question pertaining to the Sock Monkey stamp set and ended up winning this and I didn't even have to answer correctly. LOL!
Chic Boutique
(item #113744, set of 7, $26.95)
I participated in the splitcoaststampers clean and simple (CAS) challenge #27. The title of this challenge was "show off your bling!".
You may not be able to see clearly in my photos, but I used Stampin' Up!'s micro beads. Using my 2 way glue pen I applied adhesive to certain areas of my black embossed images.
I then poured a generous amount of micro beads over the glued areas and poof - instant bling! Click to enlarge the images, hopefully you can see how much fun these little beads add to my simple cards (single cards shown in my card gallery).
Here's a peek of the inside of each card. Black card bases are always a challenge, because it is hard to write inside (unless you use a white or metallic pen). But I added a piece of Kraft using the Top Note die and sliced it in half. Simple solution but fun result!
Please join in and Play @ the PPA! We can't wait to see your work and select our second Paper Artist Pick. Sketch (PPA2) deadline is today at Noon (CST).


Stamps: Chic Boutique (113744) Paper: Basic Black (102851), Kraft (102125) Ink: Versamark (102283) Accessories: Micro Beads (104266), Black Stampin' Emboss Powder (109133) Tools: 2-Way Glue Pen (100425), Heat Tool (100005)
Here's a peek of the inside of each card. Black card bases are always a challenge, because it is hard to write inside (unless you use a white or metallic pen). But I added a piece of Kraft using the Top Note die and sliced it in half. Simple solution but fun result!
Please join in and Play @ the PPA! We can't wait to see your work and select our second Paper Artist Pick. Sketch (PPA2) deadline is today at Noon (CST).
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You lucky girl :) Fabulous idea to use the microbeads - I'll have to dust mine out now for sure!!
Posted by: Kim | August 11, 2009 at 09:12 AM
Congrats! Beautiful card! I like how the micro beads give the cards some bling.
Posted by: Anita | August 11, 2009 at 09:16 AM
I love this set! Congratulations! The way the microbeads look against the Kraft is awesome!
Posted by: Carrie | August 11, 2009 at 09:19 AM
These are delightful - simple, classy, fabulous -- what more could a girl ask for?? (Ohh wait, the set was also FREE - now that's what I call DIVINE!)
Posted by: Denise January | August 11, 2009 at 09:26 AM
Bonjour! I absolutely love these simple and classy cards with your new "loot." Hugs, Auntie
Posted by: Mary Fish | August 11, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Love the clean & simple look! Congrats on winning!
Posted by: Michelle Tech | August 11, 2009 at 10:19 AM
I love those microbeads! They are just perfect to use with this set! Can you teach me how to make clean, simple, and classy cards like yours? Please? Pretty please with a microbead on top?
Posted by: Ann Schach | August 11, 2009 at 10:44 AM
The micro beads are so fun to use, and what results! These stamps are even more fun 'cause they were free! Cute Idea, Love the cards.
BJ
Posted by: Betty Bastian | August 11, 2009 at 11:11 AM
Congratulations, Kris! Not only did you win free stamps but you ALSO were at convention! How cool was that? I love the cards you created; very classy!
Posted by: kathy amstutz | August 11, 2009 at 11:33 AM
Good for you!
Love the neutral colors!
I like your new pic, too! You look great in glasses!
Posted by: Melissa Young | August 11, 2009 at 12:39 PM
Love your bling! Clean and Simple in perfection!
Posted by: Patti MacLeith | August 11, 2009 at 02:18 PM
Love these cards - and a great idea for the inside!
Posted by: Linda Callahan | August 11, 2009 at 04:16 PM
Hi Kris,
I just found your blog through the Pals Paper Arts blog. I love your cards, and will definitely be back!
These note cards are adorable!
Krista
Posted by: Krista Tracy | August 11, 2009 at 10:23 PM
I love these cards, Kris! So simple but so classy! Love the black and the kraft together!
Posted by: Margaret Moody | August 11, 2009 at 11:57 PM
Love these cards!
Posted by: Lisa (SCS:countrybeamer) | August 12, 2009 at 08:16 AM
Simply Beautiful!!! Love the colors and use of micro beads. Congrats on win! *smile*
Posted by: Carla Bazhenow | August 12, 2009 at 12:44 PM