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I was so honored to share my story in Kathy and Barb's blog: Craft for Health. Their motto is: "crafting is the secret weapon in helping people", it is so true! I never thought what a great role scrapbooking and crafting played in my life, other than a job. It was only when Kathy asked me to write about it, I realized the healing power it had in my life and how much it helped me. I know now that everything happens for a reason and this is the path I was supposed to walk in. share my story in Craft for health

2016 Topic 20 Square and Grids Hi there everyone. Tracy here today with a post for this months theme of 'squares' and 'grids' on the PaperArtsy Blog. Instantly my mind went to those fabulous miniature works of art that are 'twinchies' and 'Inchies'. I loves me a miniature work of art and the twinchies (2x2" square) are definitely a favourite of mine. Step 1: Choose a selection of paint colours. I chose Mermaid, Caribbean Sea, BoraBora and South Pacific, using a small brayer I mixed the colours all together on a sheet of glossy card. Step 2: Whilst the paint is still wet and using the end of a paintbrush I scratched some swirl designs into the paint. Step 3: I used an embossing ink pad and stamped various images from my Gothic Blooms ETS03 stamp set... Eclectica³ Tracy Scott 03: ETS03 ...and added gold embossing powder before heat setting into place. Step 4: next I added stamping from ETS03 in Jet Black archival ink and added paint splatters using Little Black Dress, Snowflake, London Bus and Gold paints. Step 5: Cut your master board into 2x2 inch squares ready for decorating Step 6: Using a piece of Smoothy cardstock, I brayered the whole page in gold and then stamped images from ETS03 stamp set. Step 7: Using the various images I stamps in gold and found book text I then decorated each of my 2x2" squares adding black and white pen work to finish off. I decided for this project to use my new stamp set ETS03 to highlight some of the things you can do with it, these little magical works of art are just amazing for trying out new techniques or stamps that you might otherwise be intimidated to give a go. I had an absolute blast creating these little gems and would just love to see what you can do too !!!! You can check out more of my work at.... Www.facebook.com/myjournallingjourney Www.instagram.com/tr4cy1973 [email protected] Thanks for stopping by. I hope to see you all again soon Bright and painty hugs Tracy X Wow, the colour scheme and imagery from your stamps really does feel very Regal with a Gothic vibe. So many elements on such a small surface, and they look gorgeous! I can imagine them arranged into a teeny tiny book too. Thanks Tracy, this is a lovely way to use your stamps! ~Leandra All of our bloggers love to see your twist on their ideas, particularly if you were inspired directly by their post, so if you can spare a moment to comment or make your own creative item, they love to see your feedback and what do do more than you realise! We would love to see how you interpret this Squares and Grids topic by linking what you make to our 2016 Challenge #20: Squares and Grids, on this page HERE. The 'Squares and Grids' link will close 17:00 (London Time) Sunday, Oct 30th 2016. The winner will be announced 2 hours later at 19:00. All links go in the draw to win a £50 voucher to spend on products of your choice from the PaperArtsy online store.

This is part of the second set of twinchies (2''x2'') I sent to my partner. I've sent a message asking her whether she already got them, but unfortunately she's suspended and hasn't answered me. =( I hope they arrived and she liked, but I'm not sure. =(

ein Teil meiner Inchies im Überblick

If your lucky enough to be near or visiting the beautiful Borders town of Kelso, Pop in to the lovely 'Pure' Salon on Roxburgh Street Another collaboration with my sister Claire. A whole new collection of Inchies are now on display with a Christmas theme A magical mix of colours and Christmas sparkle! A Special thanks to Michelle for giving us this fantastic space to showcase our work Michelle offers a full range of beauty treatments in her very popular salon, the door never stopped while we were in there today ! So if you are lucky enough to live local to this highly praised salon, Why not pop in and have a look !

On monday I posted an inchie and Bleubeard and Elizabeth commented: These insanely tiny pieces are beginning to call my name. Now if I cou...

I was so honored to share my story in Kathy and Barb's blog: Craft for Health. Their motto is: "crafting is the secret weapon in helping people", it is so true! I never thought what a great role scrapbooking and crafting played in my life, other than a job. It was only when Kathy asked me to write about it, I realized the healing power it had in my life and how much it helped me. I know now that everything happens for a reason and this is the path I was supposed to walk in. share my story in Craft for health

Vorige week hadden we weer een gezellige Make & Take middag bij Art Journey, deze leuke simpele voorbeeldjes maakte ik om te laten ervaren hoe makkelijk en snel je een prachtig resultaat krijgt met Bister en een beetje water. Met Bister is nog véél meer mogelijk, maar dit is de basis: een paar korreltjes bister op je kaartje, even nat spuiten, klaar. En stempelen maar !! Superleuk om te doen !! Stempels: Art Journey Nature 3, Roses, Text. Liesbeth XX

Inchies for an inchies swap on Craftster.com

These inchies were made for a swap on the ATCs4U yahoo group. The theme was nature

For a swap on AFA

Thanks Zoe~love them!

Welcome back Tutti fans! June will soon be over, it's hot, hot, hot here in SE Pennsylvania and I'm trying to stay cool in my craft space! Today, I have a fun project to share using Tutti Designs Dotted Nesting Circles and Butterfly Corner. In case you haven't heard, there's a new crafting trend...ATC Coins. Do you remember making ATC/Artist Trading Cards to swap with friends? Well now, we're swapping Artist Trading Coins! They're easy to make, embellish and fun to trade with other crafty friends. ATC Coins Most coins I've seen are cut from cardstock but I wanted to make mine a little heavier using chipboard also. All of the Tutti Design Circle Die Sets...Cross Stitch Nesting, Dotted Nesting, Scalloped Stitched Nesting and Stitched Nesting are great for cutting ATC Coins. The 5th circle from the smallest is the one I used for the 2 1/2" diameter coin pieces. I cut 4 chipboard and 4 patterned paper circles, adhering them together to make 4 ATC Coins. I adhered paper to the back of each coin to allow for journaling and fussy cut images to use as the embellishments on the front of the coins. This coin has a large butterfly that I fussy cut from the Butterfly Corner die. I inked the coin edges and fussy cut images. The coins all have added dimension with layered butterflies and roses. I used gold Wink of Stella for sparkle. I will be sending these off to friends in the near future! Featured Product Tutti Designs Dotted Nesting Circles Tutti Designs Butterfly Corner Thanks for stopping by to share this fun Tutti Designs inspiration! Be sure to visit the Tutti Designs Store for all available die cuts in the most recent release along with the full inventory of Tutti Dies. You'll find more inspiration on our other Tutti Designs sites: Tutti Designs Blog Tutti Designs Facebook Page Tutti Designs Pinterest Projects Have a happy Monday! Vicki He"artful" Validation of Vicki

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I'm having real fun creating Twinchies at the moment these are such fun to make. For this trio, I've applied tissue tape, coloured with Soft Suede Ink (SU) then added iridescent powder. I've then wet embossed images from the stamp set Sense of Time (Su Retired). I've then decorated with various die cuts, images, a postage stamp, lace, jewels and eyelets. Close Ups: I'm entering these at Simon Says Stamp and Show where the theme is Anything but a Card. And over at Fashionable Stamping Challenge where the theme is Butterflies or Bugs. The Dt's on both teams have one some stunning work. Have a great week Debi x ps. If you haven't already and you like chickens check out my new blog Here and discover Bambino's adventures.

I felt like making a super-simple card last week, and this is what "happened." The flower stamp is from Inkadinkado. The inks and cardstocks are all from Stampin' Up! The sentiment is from a Studio G set. The squares were cut with Lifestyles (Quickutz) dies. Thanks so much for stopping by, and I hope you'll come back and visit again soon!

If you don't know what stamp to use, create an inchie card. You can use as many stamps you like! Choose your stamps and colors and let the fun begin. Si vous ne savez pas quelle étampe utiliser, créez une carte à partir "d'inchies". Vous pouvez utiliser autant d'étampes que vous le désirez! Choisissez vos étampes et vos couleurs et laissez vous aller. Inchie ATC Inchie card And here are the stamps I have used: Voici les étampes que j'ai utilisé: Autumn Branch [0637.L] Dandelion [42.181.L] Dogwood Branch [0643.P] Flowers [09.195.M] Colors and Shapes... - Georgia O'Keeffe Quote [07.805.I] Distressed Background Text [48.003.N] Elegant Branch [42.159.N] Astilbe [09.235.M] Butterfly [03.110.F] Sweet Memories [07.755.I] Mariëtte van Leeuwen - DT Magenta

This is another set of inchies I have been working on in natural colours of cream, greens & sand. I thought I would show you the whole piece before I cut it up. I stitched over the piece with some free machine embroidery in gold thread. All cut up! and ready for the next stage ......... This time I only used 12 of the 16 inchies in the arrangement. This was due to the size of frame which I had decided to use. I will post a picture of the other 4 pieces and the finished framed piece when I get a chance to photograph them, my camera battery died on me before I got any more shots. The finished piece was a gift for my Mum who celebrated her 81st birthday today we had a family lunch gathering at a nice Italian place near her home then back to hers for an assortment of desserts, coffee, wine and some 'Singstar' fun. Happy Birthday Mum x

I love Michele's theme over at Tag Tuesday, she has chosen School Days. It takes me back to when I was at school. I was a child who did enjoy going to school, although I wasn't a very quick learner and very often was told off for "not paying attention" By the time I reached the age of 12yrs, I settled down and actually started to learn. Learning, back in the day, was so different than it is today, also the schools are more modern now. Teachers taught a variety of subjects and some things I still apply to my daily living now. From the age of four and a half, my first day at school, my mother left me in reception, there was a smaller girl than myself who was crying so much, I went over to her and asked why she was crying, she said her mum has just left her here. I replied, so has my mum, but we can be friends and stay together. We are still very good friends almost 70 years later ( and yes, I am that old ) For my tag I stamped a grungy background and used images from a paper pad, at least I think they are, they've been in my craft room for a couple of years now. They were loose and given to me with other bits and bobs by a friend who has given up crafting. I used the school label, then cut the boys out and laid them over the labels. You can find the challenge here at TAG TUESDAY

Finding treasures scattered around the home and crafting with them!

my thoughts, my visions, proudly me

Hello STAMPlorations Friends! Welcome to a Tuesday with a difference! You might have noticed that there is currently a lot of chatter about Art Coins. The Inspiration girls have taken up the challenge and created their own versions showcasing stamps of their choice. Each Tuesday during August and September, all our stamps, dies and stencils will be on sale at 15% off, no coupon needed. If you have a personal discount code, such as for being a Stamp Club subscriber, you can get an even better deal. You can also find a personal discount code for your use on the Inspiration Girls' private blogs. We are still having a monthly draw to win a $10 gift certificate. Have a look at today's inspiration and leave a comment for your entry into the draw. Maria {Life in Full Color, Art Expressions, Fantastic and Incredible Word Dies, Bubbles Stencil} Shirley {Trendy Birds, Feathery, Art Marks, For The Birds, Mixed Media Grunge} Cornelia {The Birds and the Blooms, Floral Bliss, Mixed Media Grunge} Vicki {Winged Things} Monika {Gone Camping, Beach Vibes, Wanderlust Hipster Icons, Houses Extras} Deepti {Born To Roam, Mixed Media Elements, Scribbly Splatters Grunge}