Friday, April 5, 2013

My Favorite Things Teaser Time – Day 1

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Woohoo, I’m doin’ the happy dance to-day  because it’s time to kick off the new release Teasers for My Favorite Things, and I couldn’t be more excited to be Guest Designer this month and get to share with you!
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First, a few details…
-The new release products will be available at My Favorite Things on April 9th at 10:00 PM EST.
-Be sure to visit the MFT Blog for more release details, prize information, and inspiration!
 
Now, I got a little crazy with all the wonderful goodies that I received so I have not one, not two, but THREE things to share with you today!  Grab a beverage and settle in with me for a little while, please!  :)
First thing, I’m so excited to show you!  I recently transferred to a new job at the hospital, and now have my own desk so I just had to create a little something to pretty up my space.  Check out my new Spring banner!
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This really brightens up my dull (I swear it’s military issue!) desk and plain white walls, for sure!  The pennants were made with the largest of the regular Fishtail Flags STAX Die-Namics, so this isn’t really big but just right for the metal shelf above my desk, hanging above my computer monitor.  The letters here were made with the brand spankin’ new Bottom Line Alphabet Die-Namics, and I embellished with a variety of other Die-Namics, too.  Also featured here that’s brand spankin’ new are Lisa Johnson’s new Sweet Roses stamps and Roses and Leaves Die-Namics on the P, I and G flags, and at the top of each flag you’ll see a green strip that comes from the new Blueprints 2 Die-Namics!  I just LOVE the fact that a lot of the new Blueprints dies have a faux-stitch feature built into them!  It’s so cute!  Other Die-Namics used will be linked at the end of my post.
Here’s are some close-ups of the flags…
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(The tag here on the letter G also comes from the new Blueprints 2 Die-Namics!)
Next up is another item for my desk.  Even though I’m still learnin’ the ropes in the new job, there are times when I could just stand to take a deep breath and think…
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“Serenity Now!”  (One of my most favorite Seinfeld episodes EVER!)  This new little Pure Innocence “Serenity” stamp set is practicing her yoga, and I colored and paper-pieced the image and put it in a magnetic acrylic frame for that shelf above my desk, as well.  The layout for this piece is based on the Guest Designer sketch for May (good luck to whoever wins… you’ll think it’s Christmas, really and truly!)  Other Die-Namics used here will be linked at the end of my post.
Here’s a photo of both pieces now, in place at my desk… some sun glare because (glory be to God!) I even have a window now, too!  :)
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Finally, I have a card to share with you…
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My card uses the new Sweet Roses stamp set again, and the new Roses and Leaves Die-Namics, PLUS the new Laina Lamb Mod Borders stamps!  This was a fairly quick card to create, and so not my usual style but I’m quite pleased with how it turned out!  I hope you like it, too!
Thanks so much for stopping by to see me today!  I have a lot more to share with you in the coming days as well, so be sure and stop by again!
Happy stamping!
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SPRING Banner – Stamps:  Sweet Roses (Lisa Johnson Designs for My Favorite Things); Die-Namics:  Bottom Line Alphabet, Circle STAX, Fishtail Flags STAX, Butterflies, Blueprints 2, Roses and Leaves, Mini Rolled Roses, Leaf-Filled Flourish, Contempo Cage (bird); Paper:  Simple Stories “Vintage Bliss”; Buttons:  Razzle Berry, Banana Split, Berrylicious, Sour Apple.

Serenity Now – Stamps:  “Serenity” Pure Innocence (My Favorite Things); Die-Namics:  Fishtail Flags STAX, Little Open Scallop Strip; Copic markers; Paper:  Fancy Pants “Park Bench”.

“Bloomed” card – Stamps:  Sweet Roses (Lisa Johnson Designs for My Favorite Things), Mod Borders (Laina Lamb Designs for My Favorite Things); Die-Namics:  Roses and Leaves, Leaf-Filled Flourish; Paper:  Simple Stories “Vintage Bliss”; machine stitching; miscellaneous rhinestones.

47 comments:

Linda McClain said...

Tammy - Way to get the teasers started! These are stunning, especially that banner. Love it!

Rosy Newlun said...

Wow, what intricate and beautiful pennants! Those are glorious, as are the designs and colors of your cards! Thank you for the inspiration <3

zehra said...

Congrats for ur new job, lovely banner and card, what a fun way to brighten ur space.

Gypsy 2 said...

Fabulous job Tammy....I can feel your excitement.What a release this one is going to be judging by day one!!!!I would like it all please.

Pam said...

Wow! Love your banner. Another great release.

Cyndi said...

Thanks for the wonderful array of inspiration. I think your banner strikes the perfect cheerful mood. Wishing you serenity on your new job

jonim52 said...

Wonderful projects, they will surely brighten up your desk! Thanks for the inspiration!

Kim O'Connell said...

That banner is OUTSTANDING! Seriously. I can't stop looking at it! What a work of art that is!

Tracey said...

Your projects are just gorgeous Tammy!! That banner is so fun and fabulous!! Gorgeous work!!

Diana Soling said...

wonderful projects!! They are all very pretty but I have to say the banner you made really caught my eye!!

Unknown said...

I love the flags, so cute!

elizabeth said...

These are all such great projects. Love those cards.

Lisa H. said...

these are awesome, Tammy!!! that banner is soooo pretty and jam packed with beautiful details.

Cindi said...

Congrats on the new job! I love your projects!

Anonymous said...

I certainly wouldn't mind going to work with those beauties to look at. That banner is AMAZING! Each panel is so detailed and gorgeous. Great job!

Dolly LaBelle said...

I am so excited for you...Guest Designer MFT. Congrats! You really deserve it. I love looking at all your wonderful cards. Thanks for sharing!

Darla said...

Love love love how you mixed colors and patterns together so perfectly in each of your projects! Beautiful!

wendy said...

wow Tammy awesome border to brighten your office! great job

stampingbowd said...

congrats on Guest designer! What a fun way to liven up your desk and remind yourself to breathe!!!

Beautiful card too!

F said...

Great cards, but can we talk about your spring banner?!!! Love it! Now you have me doing a happy dance!

KimCreate said...

Congrats on being Guest Designer for MFT, that's HUGE!!! your spring banner is absolutely beauiful!

Kim said...

Such pretty projects, TMmy!!

Unknown said...

Love the banner and your PI Serenity card! The colors and paper matching are terrific!

Unknown said...

Love the banner and your PI Serenity card! The colors and paper matching are terrific!

Melody said...

Great project and I LOVE your banner!

Ravengirl said...

What lovely cards and a beautiful banner!

Amy Rohl said...

Oh my gosh, Tammy, these projects are just awesome and beyond! You should've heard me gasp when I laid eyes on that banner! I'm soooo using it as my inspiration for a graduation banner I need to make. Way to rock Teaser Day!

Whoo hoo!

GabyCreates.com said...

Congratulations on being a guest designer (you have done awesome!) and on the new job!
Great banner that will surely cheer you up!! I need to create something with the serinity now to place at my place of employment!! TFS

Joann said...

Congrats Tammy! Well deserved and your banner...OMG!!

Sarah said...

Congrats on your new job! I LOVE your cheery decor. Thanks for the gorgeous inspiration!
God's blessings on your weekend,
Sarah :)

Holly AKA KopyKat said...

OMGosh you banner and the adorable card are fabulous. Great way to start the teasers!

Betty Sue said...

Congrats on your designer job! Your projects are wonderful!!

Denise Bryant said...

Love the spring banner and pretty cards!

Megan McDonald said...

I love the banner, great work.

Karen Motz said...

Love that spring banner and your cards are darling!

Anonymous said...

Great job on the teaser! Love the banner!

dpkennedy said...

Wow, you've been busy! First off, congrats on the new job...think I may have said that already, but twice is even better! Love, love, love your banner! Awesome and perfect to brighten up your workspace! Both of your cards are adorable too! Nice job lady!

croppinmama said...

Blessings and congrats on being a guest designer for MFT. I just discovered you here via the Teaser post and love your style! And bonus that you love the Lord, too!

croppinmama said...

Blessings and congrats on being a guest designer for MFT. I just discovered you here via the Teaser post and love your style! And bonus that you love the Lord, too!

Alina said...

they are wonderful, Tammy!

Michele Boyer said...

GORGEOUS banner and fab cards! Love these!

Tammy H said...

Very pretty offerings. Congrats on your new window position! Since we share the same name I just had to spend some time looking around on your blog. AMAZING...thanks so much for sharing.

Dana L Cheney said...

Love your banner, wow is that ever the eye candy, wowza Thank you for sharing!

Amy said...

love the banner!!!!!

Natalie said...

Delightful card and incredible banner!!

Jessie/knightrone said...

Wowza, AMAZING work!!!

Anonymous said...

Love the card Tammy I just found your Blog by accident I am now a follower I hope you will come visit mine and be one of my followers
Love all of your creations great work..

God Bless
Hugs
Dottie
http://somethingcraftybydottie.blogspot.com/