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CHA Winter 2012, Sneak Peeks Part 5: Heidi Swapp and LOTS going on at JBS!

Here's my last round of sneak peeks. I loved working with Heidi Swapp's new Sugar Chic Collection, one of several new products she is releasing at CHA. Sugar Chic, which is typically Heidi, is full of all the things you've come to love and expect from the Heidi Swapp name - fun, modern, colorful, plenty of her signature pink and black, girlish and "fabulous" sums it up!. I've been a longtime fan of Heidi's - she's a brilliant artist and designer, so I was honored to be one of the first to get my hands on Sugar Chic! Here are the projects I created for the CHA Winter Show in Anaheim, wish I could be there to see it in the booth and snap some photos! Heidi has posted a few pictures on her facebook page, I'm hoping to see more of her booth soon from CHA-goers.

The papers in this layout are from the Sugar Chic Collection, but I've mixed in elements from other new products from her new offerings as well.

 

Here's a mini album I put together with the Sugar Chic line:

and just a few peeks from some of the inside pages:

I'm gaga over that sheer striped yellow tape!!

 

I've been wanting to share the new releases from Jenni Bowlin as well. Jenni is releasing Magpie, a soft and beautiful collection of soft, muted papers, I can't wait to get my hands on this loveliness! And check out the amazing accompanying embellishments - quilted stickers, flash card stickers, new hodge podge stickers - loving it all!!

Here is Magpie:

 

I don't know how she does it, but Jenni outdoes herself with each new release!

There's a brand new gallery over at JBS, and if you upload a layout by this Wednesday, you'll have a chance to win a prize - check out the details:

and as if that wasn't excitement enough, Jenni is now partnering with Jessica Sprague to release digital product - read all about it here!

JBS is also hosting a CHAT tomorrow night - here are the details, taken from Doris' post:

We're having a chat night on reveal night!  Tuesday, 1/31, at 8pm CST we'll be hanging out in the chatroom talking about our new mini-album kit club, the latest JBS release, product we'd like to see in upcoming kits, and who knows what all else.  Plus there's a door prize!  We'll be randomly choosing a winner towards the end of the hour who will receive the February Mini-Album Kit.  See you Tuesday!

Finally, I'll leave you with a link to Shimelle's blog - she's got great pictures of the JBS booth at the show.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHA Winter 2012 Sneak Peeks, Part 4

Still more peeks for you, and lots more to come! 7 Gypsies has always held such a special place in my heart with its products that have the appeal of old world tempered with a modern aesthetic. Sande Krieger, who has designed many of their products, has designed an essential, "can't live without it" collection for 7 Gypsies which will be released at CHA. It will make you want to pack your bags and head abroad for a travel adventure, just so you can document it with these papers! This is quintessential 7 Gypsies, folks. Those of you who are diehard 7 Gypsies fans will rejoice. I was floored when I received this collection - it is SO hoardable, and I admit I had a hard time cutting into it - I wanted to just keep it all and stare at it, lol! I'm delighted to share with you Seven Gypsies' new Postale collection.  

Here is the project I created with the new Postale collection and Seven Gypsies' Librarie Drawer, followed by peeks at all the lovely new product:

These little mini postal envelopes were a delightful find at Zulio, they have lots of other wonderful stationery sets but this set went perfectly with the collection.

Here are the product photos - if you're going to CHA - make sure you stop by the Gypsy Camp and check out all these lovely new goodies!

I know, you're giddy with longing and desire, aren't you?! ;)

 

Pink Paislee is on its fourth day of sneak peeks - and they have a sweet and lovely collection in Indigo Bleu. I wasn't assigned to work with this line, but I do love it as well! It has a casual, laid back, easy feeling - reminds me of vintage pickups, cowboy boots, denim and bouquets of daisies with a stunning field of goldenrod in the background. And even though it's casual - it has an air of elegance - the grey and yellow together are stunning with the blues! Remember to stop by the Pink Paislee blog and leave a comment there for a chance to win this entire collection!

border stickers

 

chat clouds

 

clear stamps

 

shipping tags

 

bitty blocks

 

trinkets

 

I'll be posting peeks from Jenni Bowlin and Heidi Swapp, soon! 

 

 

 

CHA Winter 2012 Sneak Peeks, Part 3: Pink Paislee & Seven Gypsies

Are you ready for a post full of swoon-worthy romantic inspiration?? You're going to love this, so go grab a drink and prepare to stay awhile, so you can gawk at the lovely collections coming up from Pink Paislee and Seven Gypsies!

From Pink Paislee comes the stunning London Market collection. I was totally swept off my feet when I spied this collection, and if you are a lover of vintage and romance, I guarantee you will be too! Don't forget to visit the Pink Paislee Blog for a chance to win the entire collection! It's drop dead gorgeous!

 

 

               Clear Stamps                                              Chipboard Buttons

 

                                                    Collage Sheets

 
               Collage Sheets                                          Ephemera Pack

 

                                                                       Ephemera

 

           Jumbo Numbers                                          Spool Buttons - swoon!!

 

And now I have to share an equally gorgeous new collection from 7 Gypsies designed by my talented friend Kerry Lynn Yeary - the stunning Trousseau collection!  These photos do not do justice to these gorgeous products, they're absolutely breathtaking!

Here are my projects with Trousseau, and just take a look at all of the goodness coming your way from 7Gypsies!! Oh, and please don't forget to stop by Kerry Lynn's blog and let her know how much you love this collection!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHA Winter 2012 Sneak Peeks, Continued

Here's more loveliness from Pink Paislee - isn't this line just gorgeous? I love everything that Pink Paislee is releasing, but this one is one of my faves! Be sure to hop on over to the Pink Paislee blog and leave a comment for a chance to win the entire collection! In fact, there will be giveaways all week - so you'll definitely want to go leave a comment each day!

 

yummy clear stamps!!!

 

Press-Ons

 

chipboard stickers

 

Bitty Blocks Alpha Stickers

 

collage cards (be still my heart!!!)

shipping tags - how great would these be to pretty up a package?

 

That's all at the moment but I'll be back with more later! Save your pennies -- you are about to be seriously enabled! ;)

CHA Winter 2012 Sneak Peeks!

A lot of my favorite manufacturers are debuting sneak peeks of their new collections this week. Over this past month I've finished creating and shipping off projects for the CHA Tradeshow, and I'll be sharing them in just a few days. In the meantime, here is a look at some of the new releases from industry manufacturers that will be debuting at CHA 2012 in Anaheim!

I'm super excited about this collaboration between Pink Paislee and artist Christy Tomlinson - just take a look at this loveliness! This collection is called She Art, and I love its bright, bold and happy colors!

                                                                Vintage Doily Mask

 

                                                                     Tissue Paper!

 

                                                         How cute are these rub-ons!

 

                                                                diecut bits and pieces

 

 

Next, can't wait for you to see the new range at Jenni Bowlin Studio, just a few peeks:

How about this amazing chalkboard easel? And I love the smaller sized cigar boxes!

 

Or this hotel key holder? Only Jenni could come up with these beautiful vintage reproductions!

And there are new stamps to be had:

 

 

 

And new punches from JBS and Fiskars! These are already available at Joann's and of course at JBS Mercantile and word has it that they are limited edition, so get yourself to a J's quick and snag some!

That's all for now, but lots more coming this week and next ... I can hardly wait to show you what 7 Gypsies has under wraps -- eeek! stay tuned!

 

Mini Valentine Mailbox

Here's a little project I created for the JBS Inspiration Blog. I found the mini mailbox at Hobby Lobby, and altered it quickly and easily with a little paper, paint and glitter, then popped a few JBS bingo cards inside. I couldn't find one big enough to be able to close the mailbox with the cards inside, but this would make cute decor, or you could cut the cards down (or remove them altogether) and replace with a little sweet something - chocolate kisses, perhaps, to give as a gift. Check it out here for more great Valentine inspiration and ideas from the rest of the team!

 

 

Vintage Pastel Inspiration

This lovely assemblage of photos I found on Pinterest curated by Marie Francesca inspired me to share some equally delightful Asian-inspired postcard images. Lately I've been loving all of the lovely pastel shades I've been seeing everywhere, bakery inspired colors, subtle almond, creamy vanilla, pale pistachio, petal pink, robin's egg blue, celadon green, all reminders that though we have just begun winter, dreams of spring are on the horizon. 

Awake, thou wintry earth -
Fling off thy sadness!
Fair vernal flowers, laugh forth
Your ancient gladness!
~Thomas Blackburn, "An Easter Hymn"

I'm off to bed, and wishing you sweet dreams of Spring...

Pierrot et Colombine

I love these sweet illustrations, hope you can find a use for them!

 

Winter Tree

Today I'm sharing a project that I created for the 7 Gypsies Blog a while back with 7 Gypsies' ATC & Photo Display, and they're featuring it today on the Gypsy Blog. I actually created this winter tree for a Christmas display, and used it with my holiday decor, but I am leaving it out for a few months yet as the pale blues and silvers are perfect for winter decor after the holidays.It sits on my kitchen window pass through, and I love to sit and have a hot cup of tea and look at its prettiness! We need a little sparkle and glow in January, here in Ohio, when we've removed all other traces of the holidays and taken down the trees, lights and decorations. It serves as a reminder to me that even in the midst of winter, nature is abundant with beauty. I used the tiers of the display as branches and hung ornaments and tags created with papers from the Carolina Flocked and Hudson Valley Collections from 7 Gypsies. I also used these Princesca dangles to resemble glittering ice, and lots of silver and blue ornaments found on shopping jaunts.

I also received a very nice introduction on the Pink Paislee blog yesterday. If you get a chance, check out the other DT introductions, there is some serious talent on that team!

Off now to do some much needed organizing and de-cluttering in my art studio. I've set up another desk in the room and am frequently joined by my eager little miss, who keeps herself busy with scissors, glue stick, letters and lots of pretty papers to cut and paste! She's working on a mini menu for her American Girl doll (she received Marie-Grace for Christmas) and takes her everywhere! Happy crafting, hope you get time to create something lovely this weekend!

 

January at JBS

Brrrrr! It's so cold here! We're headed to Disney in a couple weeks for a very short four day trip away, and I am counting the days to warmer weather. I also found out that Alekha may be allergic to cold weather. As ridiculous as that sounds, I was surprised to find out there actually is such a thing - it's called cold urticaria and essentially, she has been breaking out every time she gets prolonged exposure to cold. This is the first year we've seen that happen. We were at the park on a bitingly cold day about a week ago and after ten minutes outside, her face started breaking out in hives. I was racking my brain to figure out what could have caused it as she had never been allergic to anything before. We took her to the doctor and they had us give her Benadryl. It settled back down once she returned to a warm environment but it has happened again, on and off over the past week, always when she goes out into the cold for any short or long period of time. She's sorely disappointed as she had received a sled as one of her Christmas toys and thought she'd never be able to play in cold weather again. I assured her that we may be able to go sledding yet (once we get some real snow) but I am not sure if I need to take her to an allergist or not as her pediatrician said it may be viral. So for now we wait and see! But in the meantime I'm using it as an argument to the husband, that it's yet another reason why we were meant to move to Florida. He doesn't wholly disagree!

Have you seen the lovely January kit at JBS? And the project kit? JBS is now offering a monthly minibook project kit and this month's kit, "Paper Kisses",  was designed by Briana. It is chock full of lovely Valentine inspired bits, but I wanted to use it to make a bridal shower gift for my future sister in law, so I ended up going very minimal on the supplies and plan to use the leftovers for valentine crafting! Here are my contributions, and be sure to check out the DT Gallery for more great inspiration!