Friday, August 12, 2011

Sweet Days of Summer and Blog Candy

Today is Flourishes last day of sneak peeks of the August release. I have some exciting news and blog candy, before we get to that a few reminders:
The Sunset Challenge is going on and your chance to win the entire release, all 4 stamp sets.
Today we have our Mystery Blogger, by commenting on ALL the Design team blogs you have a chance at winning the set of the day.
The Release Bundle is all 4 sets at a discount of 10% and is for a short time.
Our FLIP Program is starting a new year and a great gift for those that join.
The NEW 1,2,3 create kit is called Trendsetter. Beautiful kit and only a few so make sure to get it first.
Now for my exciting news! I submitted a card on a submissions call to Crafting Ireland magazine and they accepted my creation. Very excited as this as this is the 3rd issue. They have some great tutorials and ideas. I hope you check out the magazine and my blog candy farther down. This is the card I submitted below using the new set Sweet Days of Summer. The beautiful Spellbinders Parisan Accents with a ribbon bow tied off my sentiment tag perfectly. The tags also used Spellbinders Nested Pennants and I just cut the white one down to make it a bit shorter.The water splashing about does have some sparkle added to it.


How sweet is this one? I adore kraft paper however I don't have any other than the memory Box Valise paper pack that was screaming for me to use it. I like when my paper talks to me. ha ha For the lattice framing on the top and bottom Spellbinders Fleur De Lis Rectangles have a great edge. I basically cut off the edges of the two long sides and used them as the edges, great idea I think. Finish it off with a bit of pink plaid ribbon and twine.
Now for the blog candy. Since they accepted my creation using the new set Sweet Days of Summer that is the set you will recieve along with some Basic Grey, Memory box papers, new primas that Flourishes is carrying, ribbons, pearls and fancy brads. Just leave me a comment on this post before Tuesday August 16th 5 pm Central time and your name will be in the drawing! Good Luck!

Be sure to check out the creations from the Design Team today:
Christine
Cindy
Julie
Leslie
Danielle
Barbara
Tammy
Sharon Blog Candy today also!

Have a wonderful day!


71 comments:

Elizabeth said...

Yeah! I get to be the first to comment on these beauties. With the busy week you have had I can't believe you created 2 beauties for this challenge. I always love your cards they are so similar to my taste and you always use ribbon I like so I get to preview it before I order it!

Ujjwal said...

I love silhouette images. They are always so cool. I own the kids play set from flourishes and simply adore it!

Thanks for a chance to win some awesome goodies here!

Lee said...

UTTERLY darling!! I am loving the silhouettes in the solid pink and blue!!! Just gorgeous!!

Ravengirl said...

Congratulations on your publication! You must be thrilled. That is a lovely card! I adore those new silhouettes in the set that is previewing today!

lisa808 said...

Congratulations!!! Love the card.

Edna Morrisedie said...

This silho images are so pretty in the pink and blue!

Dee in N.H. said...

Beautiful cards! I love those silhouettes and that paper! Gorgeous!

petra,s cards said...

wauwwwwww, what a gorgeous card,everyday its a suprise what you made!!!!
i love it, thanks for the chance of winning these lovely candy!!!!
xx petra

ecpiercy said...

Beautiful cards! Love the sillouette images, and your colors are soft and complementary. Wonderful!

Tanja said...

Congratulations, the silhouettes are very pretty. Thanks for a chance to win

Karen W said...

Wow beautiful cards and goodies, fabulous!! This has been so much fun!

CherylQuilts said...

Beautiful cards, Stacy! And congrats on the publication...what a beauty...and so deserved! You are precious!

Debbie said...

Gorgeous as always Stacy... I love the border and the ribbon together like that. Makes it so elegant

You Go Girl!!! Congrat again

Hugs
Debbie

Debbie D. said...

Both cards are breathtaking...so gorgeous...love the ribbons. A big congrats to you and thanks for the chance to win!

Sue said...

Your cards are absolutely gorgeous.
Congratulations on your entry to Crafting Ireland magazine.

NancyK said...

Congratulations on being published! Your cards are wonderful - and I too love kraft paper!

Theresa's Studio said...

Love your cards...both are lovely. This is such a great set! Congrats on your being published! How exciting for you. Thanks for a chance to win great candy.

Barbara said...

I love the card! The little girl watering flowers is darling and Love the top and bottom edging.

Sue D said...

Very pretty cards--I like the soft colors.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

Lin said...

Oh my GOODNESS, Stacy, what a giveaway! LOVE this set so much, especially the little girl with the watering can. And the sentiments are perfect too. Your cards are amazing, thanks for the inspiration!

Angel said...

How exciting!!! And gorgeous cards!!!!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards, check your blog out everyday and you always have such pretty cards. The blog candy looks wonderful thanks for offering it. Mary L Schreiber

Janet said...

What beautiful cards! My fav is the blue and brown one---I love that color combo! Congrats on your success!

Yogi said...

well congrats on the mag submission. thanks for the chance at the blog candy and a nice package it is.

Your cards are beautiful and a good idea to cut down the Fleur de Lis and use as a border.
Have a great day

Carol's Ink Spot said...

Beautiful cards. I love the silhouettes on this set. Congratulations on your published card too.

Pmm said...

Congratulations on the acceptance of your card to a magazine! I can see why they loved it- you did a great job on these two cards! Love them!

Cheryl W. said...

I especially like that pink silhouette. Just goes to show they don't have to be black. Great cards!

ChristineCreations said...

So proud of you again on the publication! :) And both of these are gorgeous cards, I love when paper talks to me too! :)

Marilyn said...

Congratulations on being published!You and the paper are speaking the same language! Thanks for the chance to win as well.

Lillian Child said...

First of all, a HUGE congrats on being published. What a thrill that must be for you! Second, your card creation is just so very lovely. And third, oh what I wouldn't give to be your lucky winner. Thanks for sharing with us!

Boo said...

Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas and for the chance to win blog candy! Congratulations on being published, but it is no shock because your work is beautiful!

Joan Ervin said...

Congrats on beign published, Stacy...Whoohoo!!!!! Your card is fabulous..I can see why they chose it!!! I love the sweet little pink silhouette, too...it's so dainty and pretty!!!

stampqueen said...

Beautiful cards - love the blue one best, so simply whimsicle.
Congradulations on getting punblished - I haven't heard of this magazine so will have to look for it....

Mildred said...

Like your use of the Fleur de Lis. The Kraft paper makes the cute pink image really stand out.

Traci M said...

Stacy, yippee for your publication!! You go girl!! And both of these are so precious...I love the paper with the little girl and the lacy edging...great idea!! Beautiful work as always!!

Linda Carson said...

Stacy, you're going big guns on publications! Congrats big time! Your cards look refreshing esp. w/this weather! Beautifully done, creative & inspirational!

Gracie said...

Stacy, congrats again! Not that anyone is surprised . . .your cards are so fresh and pretty. Thanks for the chance at that great blog candy!

Dee said...

Congratulations and what beautiful cards, I love them both. This is such a great stamp set.

Midnight said...

Congratulations on your publication!I would love some Blog candy!

Tanya said...

Your cards are gorgeous girl! I am in love with those images, they are just so precious. And wow, what fabulous candy, thank you so very much for the chance to win!

Pattie said...

Congratulations Stacy! How exciting! Great cards too...I love silhouettes! Thanks for the chance to win a great prize!

Marlena M. said...

Congratulations on your submission! Your cards are gorgeous...glad your paper talked to you. ;)

Evette K. said...

STUNNING, WONDERFUL, CREATIVE, I just can not say enough about how fantastic I think you cards turned out. Wow...simple but oh so elegant. This stamp images are beyond awesome. ekc

Stamp like you mean it said...

Sistah! I am sooo excited for you! Congrats! (The link to Crafting Ireland is wonky, so I will look it up on the net just to see your stuff!) Your samples are gorgeous my friend! {{{hugs}}}}

bbsox55 said...

Congrats again! I love your splash card. Great candy too! Have my fingers crossed.

Marisa said...

What fabulous silhouette images. Love the one of them running through the sprinkler - a kids summer delight. You have framed the images wonderfully and made two great cards. Thanks for the chance to win some goodies too :)

Holly AKA KopyKat said...

These are so adorable. Love the great design and the colors you used. Thanks for the chance to win some awesome blog candy!

Kelly Massman said...

Both of these cards are fantastic! Those stamps are great!!! Thanks also for a chance to win some fun candy!

marian said...

I just love Flourishes stamp sets and this one is adorable! You certainly do it justice.

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards Stacy!! One for boys and the other for girls...what a wonderful design!

Heather said...

Oooohhh . . . love both cards. These images are so sweet and fun! Great job on both.

Nancy said...

Oh my gosh, Stacy...those are both gorgeous cards! I love that set! Congrats on your card submission!! woohoo!

Maria said...

Congrats on your publication! The silhouette images are so beautiful! Both cards are so gorgeous creations! Take care!:-))

Shirley N said...

Both cards are just so beautiful, love what you did with this wonderful silhouette set! Love the elegant look! Congrats on getting published!

Peachy Wessels said...

Congrats on your magazine acceptance - it is no wonder as your cards are beautiful and this set is so much fun!

jonim52 said...

Congrats on getting published. Love your cards!

Beate said...

Congratulations on getting published. That is wonderful news. You so deserve it. Your cards are gorgeous!
No need to put me into the drawing. Just wanted to let you know that your cards look amazing!
Hugs and smiles

reeree62 said...

Beautiful creations...such a gorgeous stamp set! I love it!! I also particularly love the fonts used...

Emily said...

Congratulations on your publication! Thanks for sharing the love!

Jodi said...

Congratulations on being chosen to be featured in the magazine. That's a huge honor! Your cards are gorgeous so I'm not surprised that you were chosen. Love the cards you're showing us today with the kids enjoying summertime fun. Thanks for the blog candy opportunity. Looks like you have a lot of fun goodies there.

Theresa said...

Stacy, Congrats again!! Love both of your cards. I can't wait to get this set - it's just darling. Beautifully done.

Leslie Miller said...

Awesome cards, Stacy! It's easy to see why your card was accepted for publication. With just a few tools and a darling stamp you've created a fabulous, yet simple card. I really love the kraft and pink card, too. I've never fully warmed up to kraft paper, but the patterned craft looks great. Love it with that cute ribbon and string. Amazing blog candy! Congrats on your publication!

Nancy Jensen said...

Congratulations for being published in Crafting Ireland magazine!

I love your cards and adore the Sweet Days of Summer stamp set. Thanks for the chance to win!

Barbara said...

Love how you did a boy and a girl version! Adorable, Stacy! Congrats on your publication news!!

Diane J said...

Love your cards. I have not one image like those. Can see using them for my grandchildren. How great to be published!!!

Tammy Hershberger said...

Beautiful designs, Stacy... love the pink and kraft on the second one!

momof5sons said...

Kids at play is so versatile and one of my favorite sets. Seeing how beautifully that you used them makes me want this set too. Thanks for the opportunity to win it. Congratulations on your being published!

Amanda said...

Wow, what lovely cards you have created! Thanks for your visit & kind comments on my Hunt creation. Thanks for the candy offering! All the goodies look yummy!
Have a great week!

dpkennedy said...

These are both so sweet and elegant! Congrats on your publication!

Naomi said...

WOW!!! Both cards are utterly stunning and elegant! Love your style...CONGRATS on getting published, I can see why they chose your card...you DESERVE it! The blog candy is absolutely FAB...how very generous of you! Thanks so much for the chance to win!

Joanne (jojot) said...

this silhouette set will be mine soon...