Critter Sketch Challenge #47 Sponsor

It's Monday so that means another sponsorship week over at Critter Challenge Sketch Blog as we are sponsoring for whole month of January. This week is a sketch challenge and wait until you see what both the TSB and CSC design team ladies have created using this fun sketch.

Collette has made this yummy treat to share with us today.  She said this cupcake screamed Stickles, so added some pink and icicles as well as glossy accents to the cherry. This image is called Cupcake and would be perfect for all those birthday cards, special treats, or Valentine's projects!


Check out more of Collette's designs on her blog here.

Melissa has created this fun and cute little card using the image called Valentine Cottage. Doesn't this little cottage just say " Come on in and sit for a cup of tea." Or maybe it's a cozy little Love Shack for you and your sweetie to celebrate Valentine's day with a cozy little dinner.

Check out more details on this card on Melissa's blog here. 

I just don't know how she does it, but Aletha once again has created a wonderful work of art.  This image is called Butterfly Friend and the way she has colored it just makes it jump right off the page.

Check out more details on her card here on her blog!

This week we welcome our new designer Dardi and boy has she made a super cute project. She chose to work with Tooth Fairy Cynthia to create this cute little box just perfect for those Valentine's treats for your special someone with a "Sweet Tooth."

Be sure to stop by Dardi's blog to check out more of her work here.

Crystal Dennett, former TSB designer and now designs for the Critter Sketch team made this very pretty card using the image Snowfriends.  I love the soft color pallet she chose to work with and the snowflake embossing is the perfect touch!


You can see more of Crystal's amazing talent on her blog here.

Tammy Miller is also part of the Critter Sketch team and made this lil' cute patootie using Doll Pocket Patootie.  Once again what a wonderful color pallet and the little rose embellies along with the embossing make this card perfectly complete!

Check out more of Tammy's wonderful work on her blog here.

Kaboodle DoodleChallege #49 Sponsor

Hope everyone had a Fabulous weekend and is ready to start off week with a challenge.  Today
The Stamping Boutique is new 2011 sponsor for the fantastic challenge blog Kaboodle Doodles this week! Our very own challenge/design team coordinator Christy Dillman has just been invited to join the Kaboodle Doodle Design team and we are so excited for her!


The challenge this week is super easy and you need to make sure you join for your chance at 5 FREE digis of winner's choice-WOW!  The theme is " Do it with Digis" so what are you waiting for, grab your fave TSB image and get to work.  Make sure to upload your creations on Kaboodle Doodle blog here and check out what wonderful creations their team have created.  Now hold on to your socks and be ready to be inspired by the TSB ladies, including new DT member Dardi!

I just don't know how she does it, but Aletha once again has created a wonderful work of art.  This image is called Butterfly Friend and the way she has colored it just makes it jump right off the page.

Check out more details on her card here on her blog!

 This week we welcome our new designer Dardi and boy has she made a super cute project. She chose to work with Tooth Fairy Cynthia to create this cute little box just perfect for those Valentine's treats for your special someone with a "Sweet Tooth."

Be sure to stop by Dardi's blog to check out more of her work here.

Marie has created this beauty and all I can say is "there goes my diet" if I walked past this cute little shop.  All those yummy cupcakes screaming my name, LOL!  She chose to work with Cupcake Bakery and look at that cupcake paper that matches image perfectly!

Check out more on Marie's card on her blog here.

Last but not least, Christy has joined in the challenge today with this adorable little teddy just calling your name for a hug.  This is Patch and he is ready to lend a helping hand.  The inside of her card says "Hope you're on the mend soon!" What a prefect sentiment to accompany this Get Well Card.

Check out more details on Christy's card here on her blog.

Inspiration

Check out the wonderful projects that have been entered in the Monthly Contest so far! What are you waiting for, enter those card using TSB images for a chance to win FREE images!

New boutique designer!!! Meet Dardi...

We've here at TSB have the pleasure of introducing our newest designer, Dardi.

Here's what Dardi had to say...
Hi I am Dardi, better known as DtsArt on the web. I am in the middle of rearing 4 terrific kids with my wonderful husband. Family life can be hectic but we have lot of fun. I have been crafting about 11 years, graphic and web designing for about 8, and paper crafting for about 2 or 3. I get the artistic gene from my Mom and 2 older sisters who all collectively, cook, bake, sew, crotchet, knit, write, draw, paint, cross stitch, do interior design, and make jewelry. I am believe it or not the least talented in the group. It is interesting how the artistic gene manifest itself through the generations. A couple of my kids are already showing artistic inclination.

My favorite part of paper crafting is working with digital stamps and die cuts. I love creating things on the computer and then bringing it to life as a tangible item. It is a thrill for me. I am elated to be on The Stamping Boutique Design Team. I can’t wait to jump in with my computer, scissors, and paper and start creating.

We're so happy you're here,Dardi!!! Your art is fabulous!!!
Tracey

Another Featured Card by Joyce

Who wouldn't love to receive this super cute card created by Joyce over at GramsTreasures, reminds we of Herby.  Joyce's card was selected as a Spotlight Artist over at City Crafter Challenge Blog back in September!

Congrats Joyce and thanks for sharing your wonderful project! Want to win a FREE image like Joyce? Remember to show us those projects using TSB images that you have entered in a challenge and won!

Princess Jennifer Latte- HEARTBREAKER!!!!!!

Our oh so snooty, latte drinking princess is back for Valentine's Day! In her dust is all the poor young fellow's hearts she's broken this year. :( Poor guys. Better luck next year fella's!

Tooting Our Horn for Stacie!

We are very excited for our designer Stacie Gorse as her card featuring TSB image Holly berry with ribbon was chosen as the winner over at Stamping Scrapping Challenge Central.  Way to go Stacie, we are super proud of you!

Do you have a card featuring a TSB image that was chosen as a winner for a challenge you entered?  If you do, send the link showing us your winning entry to micahzane@yahoo.com and receive 1 FREE image of your choice!  See it pays to show us your TSB projects!

Check this out!!!!!

The editor of PaperCrafts magazine chose our January kit of the month at UnityStampCo. to feature. If you leave a comment on the blog saying which stamps are your favorite (my stamps are the snowmen and the tulips-hint :D) you could win the kit free!!!!! Here's the link...
http://www.moxiefabworld.com/2011/01/moxie-fab-stamp-of-approval.html

Sponsoring 2 challenges this week

We are super excited to start 2011 with a BANG here at TSB and our designers have been busy working on projects for upcoming challenges this month. First off we are honored to once again be sponsoring the first challenge of 2011 over at Cards For Men. The prize up for grabs is 5 dig images of winner's choice and you will want to enter on Cards for Men blog as Tracey has been busy adding lots of images perfect for Valentine's Day to TSB store.  While there check out the AWESOME inspiration from the Cards for Men team. This week is a sketch challenge and I have 2 wonderful samples to share with you from TSB gals!

 First off me have this wonderful card from Marie using the Prince Gael image.  I love the color pallet she chose to work with along with the added texture and perfect sentiment to accompany image. You can check out more of Marie's work on her blog Cardmaking Bird.

Next up check out this beauty courtesy of Stacie, doesn't this color pallet just "POP" off the page!  She chose to work with this super sweet image called Baby Fairy.  What little one doesn't have their daddy wrapped around their finger, right?

You can see more of Stacie's talent on her blog Hestia's Helper.




 



 We also very excited to be a new sponsor for the entire month of January for challenge site Critter Sketch Challenge Blog. This week is a sketch challenge and boy do I have a treat for you because the TSB ladies have made some wonderful samples to share.

All I can say is "How does she do this?"  Aletha has an amazing way of just making an image come to life in her coloring. She always seems to pick the perfect paper and accessories to complete her masterpieces.  If you want to be inspired, stop by her blog AJ's Designs and have a peek!

Marie has also been as busy as the cute bee image she chose to work with called Busy Bees. Don't you just love the wonderful buttercup yellow paper and embellies she used?   Again check out her blog Cardmaking Bird for more wonderful projects.

Melissa has also created a super cute card using the darling image Princess Gwendolyn from the Medieval line. Perfect image for all those lil' princesses in your life getting ready to celebrate a birthday or special event. Too see more of Melissa's fantastic projects, head on over and check out her blog Melissa's Creative Space.

ScrapbookTop50 #35!!!!

Did anyone notice that we moved up from 45 to 35 today on ScrapbookTop50??????
Way to go, everyone!!!!

Penny Candy

Good morning,
I reworked an older image called, "Emma in the Candy Store" I simplified it a little and improved on some things. I'm calling it "Penny Candy" I think it's a lot better now. As with all my new work, the resolution is much better, simply because I now have better skills in Photoshop.
I've been thinking about saving these new images and having them made into rubber and not offering them in digi format. I can't really offer them in both for practical reasons. Which do you as crafters prefer? Rubber stamps or digi?
Tracey

The Magic of Pretend...

I just had to post this...

Just look at what I got in the mail today from Heather at Fresh Brewed Designs
I was sooooo not expecting this! Thank you so much, Heather!! I LOVE LOVE you!

Now you just know I'm going to one up you! hehe Game on!!!

Unity January 2011 KOTM Sneak Peak!

I'm so happy Angela chose this little guy as a sneak peak! He's a little overstuffed with Holiday goodies but, ready for some stampin, lovin'!

Valentine 2011 digi line!

Hi everyone,
I'd planned on having this line manufactured into rubber, but time has just gone by too fast and now it's too late. I definitely plan on going into red rubber soon though.
I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and has plans for a fun filled New Year!
Good night, Tracey

New Year's sale! All digital images are 35% off!

Yes, all digi's are 35% off. I've been trying to keep a steady flow of new releases. It's not been easy with everything else going on, but whose life isn't total chaos right now? Lol!!!

I got these brand new My Little Yellow Bicycle papers with cupcakes all over them. They are soooooo adorable. I searched all through the store for a cupcake to go with the paper,but couldn't find one, so I decided to draw something. This is what I came up with...

A cupcake bakery! I'm going to make a birthday card for by sister with it.
I'll let you know how it turns out. I'm not the best at creating cards.
Have a super day everyone!
Tracey

Happy Sunday!

I have a couple of new images to share. I hope everyone is getting their Christmas shopping done. I'm almost done. Looks like I'll be doing the rest online as I've not been feeling well the past couple of days. I hope everyone is having a nice weekend! Stay warm!
Tracey

I'M FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If you're a member or sign up to become a member of the TSB Facebook group, I'll jump right into your mail box. Just e-mail April (april_lower@yahoo.com) or Tracey (traceydawnn@msn.com). Hurry! I won't be there long!
Cynthia the Fairy.

Faries Frolic by Lorie Ames...

Another gorgeous card. This one is by TSB designer Lorie Ames. Absolutely stunning, Lorie!!!!
WTG!

How does she do this?

I'm in awe of  Collette Landwer! This is so beautiful! Wow!WTG!

The 12 Day of Christmas by Collette Landwer!

TSB designer, Collette Landwer, designed this amazing mini album that I wanted to share with everyone. She used the 12 Days of Christmas snowmen from the store. She is so talented and I'm so proud of her! Thank you for your beautiful work, Collette!

New Relax... kit at The Stamping Boutique.

Good morning everyone,
I finished this up this morning and wanted to get it posted. It's sold as 6 separate stamps that can be resized and arranged however you like. They are digi's and are in the "What's New?" section of the store.
I hope everyone is staying warm today. It's FREEZING in Indiana. Brrrrr...... A hot bath sounds pretty good actually. Keep warm friends!
Tracey

We made the 10 ten digi stamp co. list!!!!!

Hubpages.com
TSB is on the top 10 digi stamp co. list. Go check us out!!!!

Would you like to make cards and help sick kids at the same time?

There is a wonderful challenge blog trying to get off the ground called, "Card Cupids" They have challenges to send cards to sick children to lift their spirits. It is a way to use your card making talents and help children at the same time. We at TSB sponsor CardCupids and would love to help them by getting the word out about their challenge blog. Now all of you uber talented card creating ladies head over there and make a sick little boy or girl's day! :D
Card Cupids
Tracey

Here it is!

The December KOTM! I still can't believe I have stamps in here. I'm so excited about this! I can NOT wait to get my kit this month! LOL! Well, have a wonderful day everyone! :D
Tracey

Yay! My 2nd Unity image is posted!

My second stamp for Unity was posted as a sneak peak. This is my last one for this month's kit. I hope everyone like's it. Lisa Hetrick wrote the sentiment. I'm not so great at sentiments. :( 
Have a super, terrific day everyone!!!!
Tracey

My first UnityStampCo. stamp!

Good afternoon all,
I'm so excited! This is a sneak peak of my first stamp I've drawn for UnityStampCo. It'll be in the December kit of the month. I actually have 2 stamps in the Dec.KOTM, but I can't show the other one until it's released. (grrrr...) If there's a sneak peak of it, I'll post it!
Have a super Wednesday!!!!! :D
Tracey

Check out this cutie patootie!

What an adorable card I have to share with you for inspiration, courtesy of our talented designer Lorie Ames.  She has this super sweet image called Natalie, which she has colored beautifully in shades of blue.  There are so many wonderful elements on this card from the embossing to icicle effect matting the image to the fluff on her hat/cuffs as well the pearls.

You can check out more of her amazing work on her blog Live-Love-Laugh-Create as well as get all the details on her card.

Butterfly friend...

A new "Enchantment" image.

Inspiration....

Scrap it With A Song Challenge Sponsor

 Once again we are honored to be sponsoring the challenge this week at Scrap It With A Song.  I know that with Thanksgiving just around the corner, everyone is gearing up for the Holiday Season and starting to decorate for Christmas.  Well this is the perfect challenge to get you all in the mood, the theme song this week is "Winter Wonderland."

Aletha has created this wonderful card using one of my favorite images, Snowman Sign.  I love how the image just pops off the card and as usual Aletha's coloring is fantastic!

 Debbie has created this gorgeous card using Snowfriends image.  I love all the matting with the white and blue, along with the different embossing she used.  The ribbon, snowflakes, and bling are the perfect finishing touches as well!

Marie has also created a fantastic card using the Snowfriends image as well.  The image is colored wonderfully and matches the fun pattened paper and I love all the little snowflakes on the card base.


 Pop on over to join the challenge for you chance to win free images from The Stamping Boutique.

A sale at TSB and a winner for the hop!

We're having a 35% off sale this week to celebrate Thanksgiving.
We also have a winner for the blog hop and that is Cheryl Gorka! Please contact me about the prize.
Congratulations! Have a great day everyone!
Tracey