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Got a new card for you after such a long long time *sigh*</div>
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I really enjoyed it today but it takes me quite some time which I think is the reason why I keep postponing every day!!</div>
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Started with distressing in black soot ink using Pink Paislee- Heidi Swapp circle lattice stencil</div>
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Then played with silver feather rub-ons from Jenni Bowlin Studio</div>
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Finished with a rub-on sentiment from American Crafts Pebbles- From Me To You, and silver liquid pearls and brown blings</div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-48565039414069201322014-09-26T19:36:00.000+04:002014-09-27T19:38:28.941+04:00Merci<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-21623527831881685322014-07-04T14:46:00.000+04:002014-07-04T15:00:52.591+04:00Feature 123: Kreative Kymona<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hi friends!! this is Deepti and I am here with another uber
talented artist :) If I have to describe her style in
one word, I would say "subtle beauty" , I love how clean and
simple her designs are and yet the way she incorporates color, makes her cards
look so remarkable. I am sure you will love her creativity. So let's welcome
Kymona... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://kreativekymona.com/">Kreative Kymona</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello, I’m Kymona Tracey. Who am I, you ask? I am a women who
never slows down and loves it. Yes… I am the energizer bunny’s sister! I just
keep going and going (which is something that I am working on, if you follow my
weekly wishes on my blog). I am a single mother of two wonderful children who
are 8 years apart. My 16 year old son is a true self-made jock who plays every
sport you can think of ! My 7 year old daughter is a real life princess who
loves anything crafty and girly and absolutely hates anything related to
sports. Talk about yin and yang! …but I love it!! Besides running from one
activity to another with them, I work full time at a hospital (public health
background), facilitate a reading group at work, teach high school students on
the weekends and have a huge love of learning new things. I’ve taken classes in
photography, web design, knitting, scrapbooking and card-making. I love them
all, however, my true passion is card-making. I was introduced to card making
back in 2004 and haven’t turned back since. I started out as a hobbyist just
making cards for family and friends. People were always ecstatic when they
received a card from me. What they did not know was that it made me feel just
as special to make a card for them. This passion pushed me into teaching
card-making classes at work with a couple of coworkers who wanted to learn how
to make projects for their families. In September 2013, I made a big leap and
created my blog, Kreative Kymona. Besides being a mom, I think that this has
been one of my most rewarding accomplishments. Just being able to share with my
world community makes life so rewarding!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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2. How and when did you start crafting?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I was introduced to card making back in 2004. One of my
coworkers saw something that I made for my son’s teacher and she showed me a
Stampin’ Up! catalog. I was totally blown away by what I saw. She
told me that her sister was a demonstrator and she did workshops. I
couldn't attend any workshops because I lived 2 hours away from work.
Shortly after that I changed jobs, and my new boss introduced me to her friend
who held Stampin’ Up! workshops. I was hooked. Since then, its been all
up hill for me in the crafting world and I love it!<br />
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3. From where do you draw your inspiration? How do you continue to be creative?<br />
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I draw my inspiration from everywhere. I pay close attention to my
surroundings. I look for colors, abstract items or anything that seems
appealing. I also look at old magazines. Yes, I have magazines
dating from the year 2000. Pinterest is another big hit for me! What were
we doing before Pinterest??? I continue to be creative by taking
classes. I love to learning so if there is a class out there, I’m taking
it. I learn what’s new and trendy so that I can share what I learn with the
world.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My style, I would have to say that its clean and simple except
when its not, LOL! I try my best not to over do it on my
cards. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love all of my “crafting stuff”. What I grab for the
most in my craft corner are my Stampin’ Trimmer, Tombow Stamp Tape Runner,
Neenah Solar White Cardstock, Koi Watercolors, my Big Shot, Distress Inks and
the Blending Tool. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My favorite technique is WATERCOLORING!! I absolutely love
watercoloring. Its so much fun and carefree. I never worry about
being perfect. Watercoloring allows me to be imperfect. My favorite
medium to work with is my Koi Watercolors and Distress Inks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I would love to excel in Copic coloring!! The pieces I see
are totally amazing. I’ve taken all of the certification and
workshops. I just need to practice some more. One of these days, I
will master my Copic skills, LOL!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Helping others!! Hands down, I love helping others with
whatever I can help with.<br />
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9. What is/are your favorite thing/s to do other then crafting?<br />
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Wow, my favorite things to do other then crafting. This list might be a
long one but I’ll make it short. I love spending time with my
children. They make me laugh and keep me on my toes. I love
traveling. Seeing new places and getting away from home is such a great
feeling. I love spending time with my brothers and sisters. Its 6
of us in total and all of us have different personalities that just fit
together. We have a good time together. I love sitting out in the sun
with a good book. Reading takes me to a new place and I love that. I can
go on and on and on but these are on the top of my list.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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10. Are there any artists/ crafters/ designers that you look up to? What is
that one quality in them that inspires you?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">There are a couple of crafters that I’m drawn to. I will
try and keep my list short….Laura Bassen of Doublestick Heaven: Laura is so
funny. I love how she makes crafting look so easy. Her CAS style is
very appealing to me. Kristina Werner of Kwernerdesign: Kristina to me is a
master Copic colorer! Her coloring looks so effortless and the results
are amazing. I will be as good as she is one day. Debby Hughes of
Lime Doodle Design: Debby inspires me to take better pictures. Her
pictures are always picture perfect. I also love her placement of
embellishments. They are always placed perfectly. Ardyth Percy-Robb
of MASKerade: Ardyth has an awesome CAS style that you can’t help but fall in
love with. She reminds me that less is definitely more! There are
many more people who I love to watch but these are my top 4 that I’ve followed
for years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">This question is funny. My brothers and sisters would have
a lot to say. They get on me about all of the things I want to be.
If I wasn’t a crafter I would be a carpenter or an ice sculptor. Don’t
laugh, but its true. How many women carpenter or ice sculptors do you
know. Not many, so I wanted to be a part of that elite group! LOL!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">For new crafters, I would say take as many classes as
possible. They would learn so much to get them started and finding their
own niche. Also reach out to crafters that you like and admire. My
doors are always open!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">What a wonderful interview :) Thank you Kymona for sharing ur
life and creativity with us. My dear friends aren't these cards the
most creative and artistic. Please head over to her blog and take a peek into
the world of her awesomeness...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">By the way, this is our last feature till September... Until next time, stay safe and happy crafting ^_^</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-81447675366479380622014-06-06T23:54:00.000+04:002014-06-05T23:57:21.758+04:00Tanya's Talent<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hey crafty friends!! New Friday with a new artisan... Today we're featuring sweet Tanya whom I luckily came across at an online craft market... Her clean-finished projects are so eye-catching that you will never leave her page till you see them all :) Let's introduce you to: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HeartmadeByTanya">Tanya Lerdkasem</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: inherit;">I’m a
mother of two who enjoy crocheting, knitting and sewing. I picked up needles
six years ago and it became my passion. People know me by “hearmade by tanya”
through my Instagram and Facebook page. I also have my online store at</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit;"> <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"><a href="http://www.littlemajlis.com/shop/heartmadebytanya" target="_blank">http://www.littlemajlis.com/shop/heartmadebytanya</a></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am based in Muscat,
Oman. I’m the admin of ‘<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftmomsoman/?ref=ts&fref=ts" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;">Crafty in Oman</span></a>’ Facebook group and the start of me being
involved with crafters, organizing craft fairs and workshops. Our group is
growing rapidly with more than 2,000 members. It’s amazing to see how people
are interested in crafting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I also conduct a
crochet and knitting workshop twice a week at my home. People used to think
that crochet and knitting is the ancient art. Little that they know it made a
come back. My class is always full with a three months waiting list!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Graphic design is my
profession. I love to be creative and think of something new and unique. After i've become a mummy, I decided to quit my full time job. Crafting is a good way to channel my
creativity and gives me an instant gratification. I was self-taught along with
learning from my mother who is a knitting goddess.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Everyday! Most are at night when
kids are in bed. My style is modern and sweet. I love playing with colour,
shape and texture.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My TV! I feel relaxed at the end of the
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I have so many inspirations until my
head can’t stop thinking. Most comes from things around me like flower,
tree, animal, weather, people, culture, etc. List goes on. I feel that I can
depict anything and make it my own.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Yarn and fabrics.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> Irish lace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Crafting until 2 am.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love when people appreciate my work and effort. That it’s not just
merchandise but my heart and soul is inside.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love playing piano and teaching
violin to my five years old son. I feel like our soul just connects.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Nobody knows that I’m
a super mum. I wear red underwear outside my pants from time to time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Martha Stewart. I
love her simplicity and colour scheme. I like how things change according to
season.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm smitten with the classy, fresh colours and modern style. These projects tick all the boxes!!! Thank you Tanya for being kind and sharing with us :) Happy Friday,,,</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-36820886410894761992014-05-23T22:28:00.000+04:002014-05-22T22:33:19.831+04:00Shining Shirley<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hi friends!! This is Deepti and I am here with another super
talented artist. Her style is unique, she is one person whom I have
consistently seen experimenting with new things, new ideas, new mediums and new
designs. You will find most thoughtful designs combined with most beautiful
colors on her cards. Anyone who sees her creations would get addicted to her
style. Her talent is not just limited to cards, you will be amazed to know
how multifaceted she is :) So let's welcome Shirley Bampton... </span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://www.shirley-bee.co.uk/">shirley bee's stamping stuff</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I live in a beautiful village in north-west England with my
husband (today is our 39th wedding anniversary!) and our border collie rescue
dog, a surprise present from our kids a few years ago. A couple of years
after we married, we emigrated to Australia. Six years later we returned
to the UK and had our two sons. Ironically they've now both relocated to
Australia! I'm fortunate to have retired early so I get a lot of free
time to play. DH has also retired early and he likes to do all the
cooking. I just need to train him to do more housework then I'll have
even more time to play...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I started entering challenges a couple of years ago via Flickr but
quickly decided I should take the plunge and start a blog. I'm currently on the
Design Team for STAMPlorations, Craft Stamper and Seize The Birthday. I
am amazed at all the talent out there and feel honoured to be a part of it all. And thanks, Deepti, for featuring me on Paperie Designs' Studio.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I've been knitting and sewing since I was a child. By the
time I was in my teens I was making most of my own clothes, then when the
children were young I had two knitting machines and used to knit and sew most
of their clothes. I loved art at school, especially drawing. Over
the years I've done pen and ink drawings, pin art, pyrography (woodburning),
leatherwork, calligraphy, glass engraving, encaustic wax and stamping. My
newest obsession is needle felting - depending on my prowess with that, you may
get to see the results on some of my cards. My obsession with stamping
started in 1997 when I saw heat embossing for the first time - I was hooked
when I saw the powder melt. Last year I bought myself a stamp making machine
because I wanted to make my own big word sentiments but there are so many
fabulous word stamps on the market now, I've been buying those instead and
haven't got around to making my own yet. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">From blogland - stamp manufacturers' blogs, challenge blogs and
other crafters' blogs. I like to combine challenges, usually a colour
challenge and a theme, and I find that often sparks the creativity. I'm
sketch-challenged, so I tend to avoid them, especially the fussy ones.
Sometimes an idea for a card will just pop into my head, and if I'm
lucky, it's still there by the time I get to my craft room.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hmmm. I'm not sure. How about clean and arty with a
hint of grunge? Does that sound like me?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Teflon bone folder, ATG, Fiskars cutter, heat gun, paintbrushes
and a needle for de-gunking the nozzles on my tubes of glue and glossy accents!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My favourite technique at the moment is sloshing colour outside
the lines. And spattering. And then there's printing from embossing
folders and stencils. And magazine style compositions. Basically
anything with Distress Inks, I love them! I use Distress Inks rather than
watercolours because I find them easier to work with and the colours are
brighter. And they have other properties that watercolours don't have,
like reacting with water when you spritz them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Using Distress Inks to their full potential (or rather, my full
potential!).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Knowing how happy my kids are in Australia, watching the dog
dreaming (well that makes me laugh, actually), being out with DH walking
through the fields and along canal towpaths (not many hills on canal towpaths),
being with friends, seeing a card turn out as I'd hoped - or better than I'd
hoped ;)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Thinking about crafting. Planning the next craft project.
Oh, sorry - going to the cinema, train travel, exploring the local
countryside. Buying craft supplies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Tim Holtz for his inventiveness with Distress Inks, <a href="http://cards.heathertelford.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Heather Telford </span></a>for
her watercolour techniques, <a href="http://www.studiosessionsart.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Jill Foster </span></a>for
her vibrant colours, <a href="http://onelayercards.wordpress.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Shery Russ</span></a> for her one layer cards that look several layers deep, <a href="http://rieslingmama.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Maria Fischer</span></a> for her sheer creativeness, <a href="http://snippets-karen.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Karen
Dunbrook</span></a> for her use of
colour. I suppose they're all about colour and composition.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Oh, I can't imagine life without any crafting in it. I'll
always be creating something with something.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Use good quality supplies and make it as good as you can.
And if you want to sell what you created, ask yourself, "Would I buy
it?". If you wouldn't, probably no-one else will.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">What a wonderful word of advice on selling ur projects :) Thank
you Shirley for sharing ur life and creativity with us. My dear friends
aren't these cards the most creative and artistic. Please head over to
her blog and take a peek into the world of her awesomeness...</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-14484973214657506522014-05-16T17:58:00.000+04:002014-05-16T20:03:03.210+04:00Bev's Beauty<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Hello crafty ladies!! Another beautiful Friday with a fun and jolly crafter... She's got clever cards and a creativity that will just blow you away!! Let's get down to business and welcome Happy Bev :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Name: </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">Bev Kastman</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://gottadothehappydance.blogspot.ae/">Happy Dance</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">1. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your blog.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I was born into a military family, so as a child I had the
opportunity to travel and live in many different places. I fell in love with
Roman ruins, museums, parks, and the cultures of various peoples. I think
that's where I derive my eclectic tastes! For years I worked as a Surgical
Technologist/Anesthesia Technician, but felt like something was missing. At age
35, I went back to college and earned a degree in history, with a certificate
in Museum Studies. I was fortunate enough to land a job as office manager and
Assistant Archivist at our local history museum. Don't laugh, but much of my
time at work was spent handling old photographs, letters, journals, and other
two-dimensional objects! Loved it! My husband and I live in Southeastern
Wisconsin overlooking the western banks of Lake Michigan. Between us, DH and I
have eight grown children and 20 grandchildren. It's lovely chaos when most of
them are able to come home! My blog is named Happy Dance, because in spite of
the troubles in my life and in the world, I choose happiness. On Happy Dance, I
share bits and pieces of my life and family, as well as the cards and the
occasional crafts I make. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">2. How and why did you start crafting?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Pretty much a tomboy growing up, about the only crafts I actually
enjoyed were those done in</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> Sunday </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">School or Vacation Bible School, lol! Once I was
working and married I had little time for my own extra-curricular activities
other than photographing the children! By the time the youngest was in high
school, I found I had a bit of extra time on my hands. I started making
4"x 6" photo albums for family and friends decorated with whatever I
could put my hands on. One of my girlfriends asked me if I had ever been to the
scrapbook store in town. That was all it took. I started out nearly 20 years
ago scrapbooking. A friend peaked my interest in card making through Stampin'
Up, but still, I was more a scrapbooker. Then...about 5 years ago, DH spent
over $20 on Valentines for SOME of the grandchildren!! I couldn't believe how
expensive those Valentines were, said "no more!", and those were the
last cards we've ever bought! What started out as something to do for economies
sake, has turned into a rather pleasant addiction! Madly in love with card
making!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">3. How often do you craft? How would you describe
your style?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I do my best to craft every day. It's not always possible, what with
church commitments, appointments, and running errands, but where ever I am, I'm
constantly on the lookout for inspiration. My style is more to the Clean and
Simple, Clean and Graphic, or Clean and Layered end of the spectrum. I love the
look of Shabby Chic, but my attempts have been less than stellar with that,
lol! I've found that, at least for me, cards are quite personal, so my style
will vary. Most often, I gear my creations to their recipient. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">4. What are your can’t-live-without craft-room
essentials?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I couldn't live without my paper trimmer. My attempts to cut a straight
line are laughable! I'm still searching for the perfect trimmer, but in the
meantime, my big Fiskars does nicely. It goes without saying that card stock,
designer papers, tape runners, and inks and stamps are the core of my crafting. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I'm inspired by pretty much everything around me. From images I've seen
on TV, to nature, to other crafter's works and challenges, I find inspiration
everywhere. Thank heavens for Smart phones. If I find an advertisement in a
doctor's waiting room magazine, I can snap a photo and work with it when I get
home! I think we all have times when our "Mojo" takes a little
holiday; I'm no exception to that! However, popping out of my craft room to
take a walk, clean a room, or seeing what's on Pinterest usually helps. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I guess I like the basics best: paper, ink, and stamps. Since cards are
my favorite craft, those three things would be at the top of my list. I'd
follow that list with sequins, Wink of Stella, glitter, and markers.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">7. What’s the one craft skill you would love to
master?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">This one's a tough question for me. While I'd love to be able to improve
my skills at water coloring, I can craft well enough without doing so. What I'd
really and truly love to master would be freehand drawing and lettering. I can
draw a wicked stick person, but beyond that, I'm pretty horrible! And while my
penmanship is fine, I'd love to be able to write my own sentiments more neatly
and more uniformly. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My biggest guilty pleasure is shopping for more craft supplies! I have a
room full, but there's always a new stamp company or paper line coming out.
Waaaay too often, new goodies move right to the top of my "must have"
list! I'm sure I'm not alone here, lol!</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">What makes me smile? Oh now that's an easy one!! My grandchildren! They
are the joys of my life -- all 20 of them.</span></span></div>
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like spending time with my family. There's something special about playing
dolls with my little granddaughters, cooking for and having holiday dinners
with family, talking to my sisters, laughing with my dad, or just having quiet
time with my DH. I've been blessed with a very large and wonderful family!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">11. What do you do to keep yourself, your space and
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I'm up early in the morning. After perusing the newspaper, I generally
check my blog, then do a workout. DH is still asleep, so that's when I usually
get my ideas going. I have a whole room (I'm so blessed, I know!) to craft in,
so almost always, things are organized and in their places. If I've left a mess
on my desk, I'll pick up and set to work. I try to schedule errands,
appointments, and commitments toward the afternoon so my mornings are free to
create. Being retired, I have all day every day to do whatever I want/need to
do. This might sound a bit crazy, but working within a limited 'sterile field'
in an operating room has helped my organizational skills immensely. It was
important to keep things in their place there, and that has carried over into
the rest of my life.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">There are so many crafters I admire. It's a long list....Geri from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://manitobastamper.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Manitoba
Stamper</span></a>, Ardyth from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://ardythpr.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Maskerade</span></a>,
Anita from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://mypapercraftworld.wordpress.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">My Papercraft
World</span></a>, Hannelie from<a href="http://desertdiva-hannelie.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Desert Diva</span></a>,
Darnell from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.djkardkreations.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">DJKardKreations</span></a>, Lynn from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://themangoboysandme.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">The Mango Boys
and Me</span></a>, Donna from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://3umbrellas.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Three
Umbrellas</span></a>, Deepti from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://deesartutopia.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Dee's Art
Utopia</span></a>, Keren from<a href="http://kerenbaker.wordpress.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Kerenbaker's Blog</span></a>, Tracey from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://inmycreativeopinion.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">In My Creative
Opinion</span></a>, Marybeth from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://marybethstimeforpaper.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Marybeth's
Time for Paper</span></a>, Kim from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://cupcakescardsandkim.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Cupcakes,
Cards, and Kim</span></a>, Carol from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://justmeclm.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Just Me C</span></a>, Leigh from</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://leighpenner.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="line-height: 115%;">To The Full</span></a>...well you get
the idea....There is a vast world of amazing crafters out there. I couldn't
begin to finish my list. What I've found since I've started blogging, is that
this community is one of the nicest, most inspirational places in all of the
world. To see more of those crafters whom I admire, check out the right hand
sidebar on my blog. For that matter, check out the sidebars of all the crafters
you know; there's a whole lot of talent and friendship out there!</span></span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-62295357510967201982014-05-09T17:20:00.004+04:002014-05-09T17:20:38.527+04:00Today's Spotlight... Keerti<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hi there crafty people; today I wish to introduce you to Kreative
Keerti. She is a multi-talented artist who can paint, make jewelry,
scrapbook and do amazing work with clay.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Keerti Joshi-Pendharkar is from Thane in India and has been living
in Dubai for the past three years. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Please visit her Facebook Page .......... <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KeertiKreations" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Keerti Kreations</span></a>.
Dont forget to become a fan by liking her page.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Here's what she got to say about herself...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">1. Describe
yourself as an artist<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I would rather describe
myself as the person who discovers art in mundane stuff around me. More akin to
a stone carver... just chisel out the superfluous to unravel the art within!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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2. What is your favourite type of creativity?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My favourite Kreativity
is when I give up, burn myself out, hit the bed.... And then inspiration creeps
in suddenly. I get up, sometimes in the middle of the night , sometimes in the
wee hours of morning... And then I just do it! It can be a piece of jewelry,
paper crafting .. Anything !<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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3. When and where do you typically sit down and create?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Now here comes the
interesting part. Anywhere... seriously. In the kitchen, or the drawing room,
or wherever. There is no "typical" here. Being a homemaker and the
mother of an energetic 6-year old, I cannot "sit" down to it!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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4. Who and what inspires you?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Again... just about
anything inspires me! And I don't claim to be an "artist" (refer
point 1). A cup and saucer beckons me... the pair whispers that the cup has
potential to be a well and the saucer claims that it can be the shrubbed base..
all I do is listen!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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5. What are your favourite tools to create with?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My favourite tools are
my hands... with them I can get the unraveling done, because they connect to my
brain... translating thought to action!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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6. Do you teach and share your talent?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I haven't taken a formal
effort to conduct "classes". Because I don't believe art and
Kreativity can be taught formally. My style is to be... just be. People around
me know what I stand for and reach out. I just act as a facilitator... helping
unravel!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I'm surrounded by many
talented ladies. Each one has their own unique styles. Feels lucky to be
amongst them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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8. How do you plan to grow and expand your creativity?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Kreativity for me
expands with exposure to different experiences. I meet a lot of people, I see
different places, I watch different tv programs, I play with my kiddo... all of
these and more bring a breath of fresh air to my Kreativity!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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9. Have you ever sold your works of art?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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time permits. I have parted with my Kreatives for a price... the
price is more a consolation that whoever is ready to pay for my Kreatives
understand their "value" and therefore will take care of them...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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10. Where to from here? Tell us about your future plans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">From here to a micro
universe where I don't have to bother about cooking and cleaning! A world full
of stuff ready to be unravelled... and maybe workshops to catalyse Kreativity
for those who need!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am sure we will all be seeing much more of her spectacular
Kreations. Amazing and talented you are Keerti! Thank you all for being here :)</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-46248797030034432014-04-18T23:16:00.000+04:002014-04-17T23:17:46.085+04:00Lisa's Lusciousness<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hi friends!! This is
Deepti and I bet you will fall in love with elegant creativity of the
amazing artist I have for you today :) I don't remember exactly where I saw her
cards first but I most definitely remember that I was mesmerized by her unique,
gorgeous colorful creations. It was that day and today I so look forward to see
what she has created next. So let's welcome one of a kind master crafter, Lisa
Elton... </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Lisa Elton</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://mypapertales.blogspot.ae/">My Paper Tales</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">1. Tell us a little
about yourself and your blog.</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I live and grew up
in northern Ohio. My husband and I were high school sweethearts. We're blessed
with one amazing son, a beautiful daughter-in-law and a ridiculously
adorable mini schnauzer named ~ Max. I'm a former floral designer/instructor
and am now happily a stay at home wife. My Paper Tales began in April of
2011 after discovering blogs on stamp company websites. I currently
design for three stamp companies, embellishment store and a color challenge
blog.Thank you for having me here today Deepti, I'm truly grateful and honored!</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">2. How and when did
you start crafting?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"> </span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I adored coloring
and pretty paper as a little girl, must be why I enjoy card making so much! I
bought my first rubber stamp (a teddy bear) because I thought it was cute.
But I had no idea what to do with it. I tried acrylic paint, what a mess! Then
I took a class in 2001 and have been stamping ever since. </span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">3. From where do you
draw your inspiration? How do you continue to be ever creative?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I turn to Pinterest
and of course fellow bloggers. I can also get an idea from nature or a piece of
fabric. I am usually not a trendy person, but it does spark my creativity to
stroll through Hobby Lobby, Michaels or Archivers (miss them!) to see what's
new in the paper crafting world.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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describe your style?</b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I don't really know
that I have a specific style, I'm told I do! I suppose I liken my style to
floral design. I enjoy creating a clean and simple card (bud vase) to a card
with clusters of prettiness (a tussle mussie) easily. It depends on my mood. I
don't like overly fussy, but I do like little clusters of what nots on my
cards. I've often been told my style is unique.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">5. What are the must
have tools in your crafting space?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I recently got an
ATG gun and love it, it's funny since I typically like small tools! I also
use a lot of foam tape, must have a ruler on hand and don't think I could live
without my dies.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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favorite technique? What is your favorite medium to work with?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I've become a big
fan of generation stamping, love the look. I'm addicted to 6x6 paper pads and
prefer dye inks.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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crafty skill that you wish to excel in?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Coloring with Copic
markers.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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smile?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">My family, my son's
laughter, my silly little pup. I'm truly blessed.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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favorite thing/s to do other than crafting?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Long walks with my
little Max and photography adventures with my husband. That's his hobby. We
spend many weekends at the parks near </span><span style="color: #222222;">us or often take
vacations based on the surroundings. Lighthouse trips are a favorite of mine and
Max is a great traveler! My husband bought me a new sewing machine for
Christmas and I would like to get back into quilting.</span></span></div>
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artists/ crafters/ designers that you look up to? What is that one quality in
them that inspires you?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Hmmm...I'm a fan of
several bloggers. But I have always admired Melissa Phillips. Her work inspired
me to start my blog. She is a gentle spirit and creates the prettiest little
flowers from felt! I am also a huge fan of Arielle Gordon. She's the queen of cute
cards and works wonders with a mix of colors!</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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crafter what would you be?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I would probably go
back to floral design. It's still working with color and being creative!</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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one suggestion to all the new crafters out there?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Be yourself and
design that way. I tried to "fit in" to challenges when I started. I
look back at those cards and don't know what I was thinking! Now I do what
makes me happy and I try stay true to myself. God made each of us different and
it's okay to be that way.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">What a wonderful word
of advice to"be yourself" :) I guess that's the key in creating
beauty every time :) Thank you Lisa for sharing ur life and creativity
with us. My dear friends aren't these cards a beautiful bundle of
joy :) Please head over to her blog and take a peek into the world of her
awesomeness... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Peace!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hey beautiful ladies!! Long time since the last Fascinating Fridays' post... Internet connection was down for weeks and finally has recovered :) Today we're featuring an amazing lady whose smile just captures the heart!! It's the uber-talented Kristie Goulet,,, Pls welcome her:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Kristie Goulet</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://kreativekristies.blogspot.ae/">Kreative Kristie</a> </span></div>
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about yourself and your blog.</span></span></div>
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really love to live where it is warm year round though. I am married to my high
school sweetheart and we have 4 wonderful children (2 boys and 2 girls). I
started my blog in Jan. of 2013 and have loved every minute of it. I am a
member of StampNation and the "sistah's" there started calling me
"Kreative Kristie" so I thought it fitting for my blog name.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">2. How
and why did you start crafting?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I started crafting 16 years ago when my youngest
son was born. I was and still am, a stay at home mom. I wanted to make my own
Christmas cards because funds were limited back then. I purchased my first
stamp set from an online book club and paper and ink from Michael's and have
been creating ever since, with few breaks while my children were little (my
girls are 14 months apart).</span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">3. How
often do you craft? How would you describe your style?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I try to craft every day but sometimes that just
isn't possible between homeschooling and life. I love CAS but like to try
different styles as well.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">4.
What are your can’t-live-without craft-room essentials?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My Big shot with dies/framelits/embossing
folders, my paper trimmer and of course, some ink pads and stamps.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">5.
Where do you get inspiration? How do you stay creative?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I get most of my inspiration from Pinterest,
other blogs and sometimes card making magazines. I try to stay creative by
keeping up with the latest trends.</span></span></div>
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What is your favorite medium to work with?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love working with Gelatos and embossing paste.</span></span></div>
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What’s the one craft skill you would love to master?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Coloring with Copics.</span></span></div>
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What is your guilty pleasure?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Sitting in the sun! I love summer!!!</span></span></div>
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What makes you smile?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My family-love them!</span></span></div>
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What is your favorite thing to do (other than crafting of course)?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love to go camping with my family and sitting
on the beach whenever we are near the ocean.</span></span></div>
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What do you do to keep yourself, your space and your time organized?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I try to keep my craft room clean after creating
and selling old stamps that I don't use.</span></span></div>
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Are there any crafters/artists/designers that you particularly look up to?</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">There are many crafters that I look up to,
Catherine Pooler, Maureen Merritt, Laura Bassen, & Jennifer McGuire, to
name just a few :)</span></span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-79663962341316576932014-03-14T17:49:00.001+04:002014-03-14T17:51:12.429+04:00Artsy Athiya<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Hello ladies, Janine
here; it is great to be back with Fascinating Fridays scouting for those
wonderful artists who are so abundant in the UAE. Wishing you all a happy</span><span style="color: #222222;"> Friday </span><span style="color: #222222;">and a wonderful relaxing</span><span style="color: #222222;"> Saturday</span><span style="color: #222222;">. To start your weekend off with some
eye candy allow me to introduce to you to a very versatile artist Athiya
Nazreen.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Athiya is from
Chennai, South India.and has been residing in Dubai for the past 10 years.
Athiya is a soft spoken versatile artist but do not let that soft
demeanor fool you, her work will astound you! Here is what she had to say
during our interview.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">1. Describe yourself
as an artist.</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><br />
I am a landscape artist, I love to paint sceneries, and any other type of arts.
I recently became involved with clay modeling, paper crafts and silk
painting.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b>2. What is your favourite type of creativity?</b><br />
I would like to learn different types of arts and my favorite type
of creativity is 3D canvas painting and making life-like clay flowers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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you typically sit down and create?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><br />
I usually create art pieces late at night, and I sit in my art & craft room
and create till early hours of the morning. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">4. Who and what
inspires you?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><br />
...from my childhood, I loved to paint and do creative things. In my home town,
famous landscape artist S.B. Eswaran was my neighbor and when my mother came to
know about him, she took me to his home and I was dazzled by his
beautiful paintings and that inspired me to start my art journey.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b>5. What are your favourite tools to create with?</b><br />
Acrylic colors & brushes, canvas, air dry clay & clay craft tools.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #222222;">6. Do you teach and
share your talent?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><br />
Yes, I do teach to those interested to learn arts & craft.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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7. What is your opinion on the artistic / creative community in Dubai?</span></b><span style="color: #222222;"><br />
Dubai is a very good place for creative art & showcasing unique
collections.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b>8. How do you plan to grow and expand your creativity?</b><br />
I have a plan to exhibit my creations and I love to create peaceful and lovely
natural sceneries<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b>9. Have you ever sold your works of art?</b><br />
Yes, when I was in India. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b>10. Where to from here? Tell us about your future plans.</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love to create more
unique collections of art pieces and would like to start an art center, and
exhibit.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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her landscape canvas pieces and two of her unique clay flowers she has made
entirely out of clay. Wow right!! </span></span><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Thank you for sharing
your amazing pieces with us Athiya. I am sure we will be hearing more
about you in the future. </span></span></span><br />
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-13507054301338721462014-02-21T20:00:00.000+04:002014-02-21T20:00:13.573+04:00Kimberly's Kreativity<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello!! lovely ladies, its Deepti
here back with another awesomely great artist. I have known her from quite a
while and I am amazed by her creations every time I visit her blog... 'coz she
has a very fascinating aspect that I seldom see. She comes up with many
different takes for the same inspiration and trust me they are all brilliant.
Isn't this a unique quality and the icing on the cake is that her cards
are so bright and cheerful :) So without further wait please welcome
Kimberly...<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Kimberly Wiener</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://wienerhoneymooners.blogspot.ae/">Wienerhoneymooners</a></span></span></div>
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your family</b>. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello! I am so excited to
be featured on the Fascinating Fridays Post on the Paperie Designs' Studio!
I am a big fan of Fascinating Friday's!! I live in Washington State with
my wonderful husband and loving boy. I have a 23 year career as a
contracts rates analyst and marine cargo claims specialist for an import/export
produce shipping company. I have lived in Washington State all of my
life, however I love to travel. Italy being my favorite destination of
all (so far!)...Though I daydream of Prague, Spain, and Bali. I love to
craft any chance that I get and visit blogs of other crafters! You guys
out there make everything so worth it!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I have always played with
paper and crafts. From a young age I have loved to do crafts like candle
making, and painting wood crafts as well as fancy wrapping gifts. I have made
candles, soaps, jewelry and flower arrangements. I LOVE getting crafty!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I draw my inspiration from all
over! Mainly from card blog challenges and the awesome people I have met
along the way. There are so many talented wonderful friendly people out
there that are constantly growing and using new materials and techniques that
are so inspiring! There are too many designers to name that I look to for
wonderful work and inspiration!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I think that I am a little unique
as you never know what you will get when you visit my blog, come check it out
sometime, you will see! LOL! I may have a scrap page layout up, or a
layered card, or a CAS "Clean and Simple" card posted. I really
love experimenting with all types of styles, CAS is a love that I am currently
trying to sharpen my skills at. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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crafting space? </span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Inks,
BOLD stamps, Bigshot, pop up foam tape, sponges. I just LOVE
"popping" up images or panels!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love experimenting with
sponging and stencils, watercolor and STAMPS!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">BLACK, I love black, aqua and
teals. Anything BOLD!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I mainly send out my projects or
cards as "Happy Mail" to friends or family. I have a few coworkers
that buy my cards or have special ordered Christmas card sets.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My love is raising my 11 yr old
nephew as my own and taking him to Karate and just being with him! I also
make mini albums, dabble in Project Life and December Daily. I belong
to a Card Club that meets every 4-6 weeks that is great fun. I have also
started getting together with local card bloggers in the PNW area as well.
Card making is definitely my passion!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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blog?</b> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I design for <b>CAS</b>ology,
the <b>FUSION</b> Challenge Blog, and the <b>Unscripted Sketches</b> Sketch
Blog. I would LOVE to have any of you visit me and the teams there!
Thanks for taking the time to get to know me! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Aren't these cards bright and
beautiful :) Thank you Kimberly for sharing ur life and creativity with us.
Please head over to her blog and take a peek into the colorful world of her
awesomeness...</span></span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-60394911803184742882014-02-14T15:45:00.001+04:002014-02-14T15:51:40.897+04:00Stunning Suzanne<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello pretty ladies ^_^ We've a rocking artist this Friday... you'll absolutely fall in love with her creations at first sight!! Her blog and projects are very clean and refreshing,,, Without further ado, let's introduce you to the sweetest eva Suzanne:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Suzanne Dahlberg </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://freshlynoted.com/">Freshly Noted</a></span></div>
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married to my best friend for seven years, and together we have an
adorable dog named Teddy. We live in the Boston area, where we were born and
raised and where I work doing cancer research in biostatistics and thoracic
oncology. I share my creations on my blog at <a href="http://freshlynoted.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">freshlynoted.com</span></a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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enjoyed crafting, but after graduate school I met some wonderful ladies at a
local craft store and they kindly took me under their wing and taught me the
basics as I crafted my way through wedding preparations. After I moved away, I
started blogging as a way to share my creations and keep up with the hobby on
my own since I didn't know any other crafters in my new town. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>3. How often do you craft? How would you describe your style?</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I try to
craft as often as possible because it helps me to relax and de-stress, and
because it is fun for me! My style varies from clean and simple to more
layered, but I love using fun colors, patterns, and graphic elements on my
cards. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>4. What are your can’t-live-without craft-room essentials?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love my Tonic guillotine trimmer and Tombow liquid glue, as well as my
Versafine Onyx black ink. I would be lost without my box of bling and tweezers
for placing rhinestones and enamel dots on my cards!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>5. Where do you get inspiration? How do you stay creative?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I find a lot of inspiration on Pinterest these days by following other
card makers or by searching for graphic design posters. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>6. What is your favorite medium to work with?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am happiest
when I have a patterned paper pad with matching embellishments that all come
together just right. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>7. What’s the one craft skill you would love to master?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Project Life! I have been dabbling in this for a while, and I watch lots
of videos online. I would love to organize myself enough to share my own pages
online someday.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>8. What is your guilty pleasure?</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am so hooked on singing shows like The Voice and American Idol. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My husband and my dog - I am so lucky!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><b>10. What is your favorite thing to do (other than crafting of
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I love cooking, taking walks (especially with my dog), and going to the
beach.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I constantly clean my craft room and sell or donate items that have been
unloved to for too long because clutter in my craft space clutters my brain! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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crafters/artists/designers that you particularly look up to?</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">So many! Should I list them all? Here are a
few: Lea Lawson, Debby Hughes, Shari Carroll, Lisa Spangler, and Danielle
Flanders. Their blogs & work bring me so much joy, all for different
reasons.</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-71338170564404259802014-02-07T19:27:00.002+04:002014-02-11T23:19:28.242+04:00Starting With Vicki<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello lovely ladies!! Its Deepti here back with Fascinating Fridays. I bet you will love her creativity. Her style is unique and
her cards are vibrant. The thing that I admire the most about her is that she
will showcase so much variety in her creations every time she posts and guess
what every card is a master piece. So without further wait please welcome
Vicki...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Vicki Dutcher<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Blog - </span><u><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><a href="http://allidoisstamp.blogspot.ae/">All I Do Is Stamp</a></span></span></u></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">1.</span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><b>Tell us a little about yourself and your family</b>. I live in
fabulous [and warm] Arizona. Best move we ever made, we love it
here. I have been married 23 years and have a 19 year old son who is in
the Navy, currently stationed in Japan.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; text-indent: -0.25in;"> I started
stamping way back in 1996 to give myself something to do while my son took his
naps. A neighbor introduced me to SU and took me to a party -- that was
the beginning of a fabulous relationship with stamps and ink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> I get most of
my inspiration from other stampers - sometimes I will go through magazines for
color combinations.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">4.</span><!--[endif]--><span dir="LTR"></span><b>How would you describe your style?</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> My style
is CAS - clean and simple and also the newest description CAL - clean and
layered. I love seeing a lot of white on my cards.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> Definitely my mini
scor pal and Big Shot, along with Spellbinders A2 Matting Basic A & B sets
- I use these tools for EVERY CARD I make, and whenever I sponge, I use the
large daubers. I think that is 5. <span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> Layering and sponging are my most favorite techniques.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> Anything bright - orange
and green, aqua and red -- purple not so much.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> I do sell to a shop in
California. It is on my "things to accomplish" to sell locally,
but I am too busy stamping [lazy] to organize it!<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> I work at Starbucks about 20 hours a week. I was
a Starbucks Store Manager in California, but when we moved here,
I was able to go part time. I have been with Starbucks for 15
years! It is a fabulous job I must say. I periodically read, but
seriously - all I do is stamp.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> I design for a couple of companies; Inspired By
Stamping, out of Australia, and STAMPlorations out of California, and
I also design for A Walk Down Memory Lane, an on-line store. I am on
many blog challenge teams; Just Us Girls, Addicted to CAS, Seize the
Sketch, Muse, Cardabilities and my newest team, The Male Room.<span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Well now you know how popular she is and how busy with so many
design teams to take care of :) Thank you Vicki for sharing your creativity with
us. Please head over to her blog and take a peek into the fascinating world of
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-48611504185110596072014-01-12T14:07:00.001+04:002014-01-12T14:17:23.591+04:00more cards...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Good day friends!!</div>
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Its 2014 with new hopes and dreams.. I wish for everyone all the success in achieving them and a joyful year for you and your lovely families <b>♡ </b></div>
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Its been soooo very long since I made a card but my to-do list for the coming days, if not months, includes cardmaking <b>ツ</b><br />
Here are some old cards that I haven't posted yet:<br />
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Btw, Fascinating Fridays will begin on February with our old team member Janine and diligent Deepti... welcome back sweeties ^_^<br />
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-16054305732386640682013-11-22T14:59:00.001+04:002013-11-22T14:59:19.396+04:00a small note...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hello peeps,</div>
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OMG it's already end of the year, how did the time fly so quickly??</div>
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May be coz I'm quite overwhelmed with job that I can't enjoy other sweet things :(</div>
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Will pause for now and continue with Fascinating Fridays next year to catch up with this busy life!!</div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-13117033127855335322013-11-01T10:06:00.001+04:002013-11-01T10:10:00.769+04:00*Inspirational Dose*<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Happy Friday everyone!! Our Muse today is the Sense Designer 'Miyake' and will be featuring some of her terrific ensembles this week to help kick start our mojo =)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">She's a certified Ranger educator so get yourself ready for a creative interview with lots of oohs and aahs!! Lets see what she got for us: </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Miyake</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://takakomiyake.blogspot.ae/">Sense Designer Miyake</a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> I am a
Korean. I live in Seoul, Korea with my father, mother and an older brother. My
mother and brother are pastors! I originally majored in music.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I used to make songs for K-Pop singers and movie
O.S.Ts. But, the irregular working hours and overnight jobs made my health
deteriorate and I felt a sense of skepticism about the celebrity culture. So I
quit the job. Now, I am working in a design company and running my own studio.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">2. How and when did you start crafting?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> It was
2009. I found such a beautiful handmade card on the Internet while searching
for collage techniques and images I could use to decorate my personal planner.
I was very much surprised to find out that there were so many people in the
world making cards. I did not have any stamps or techniques. So, I searched for
the materials and started mimicking techniques of other crafters. There is an
old saying in Korea, “Praises make even a whale dance.” The cards I made in the
earlier days were so sloppy and awkward. But, my blog buddies complemented me,
saying how beautiful the cards I made were. They also encouraged me and gave me
advices. Thanks to them, I am enjoying this craft to this day!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">3. From where do you draw your inspiration?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I have been reading a lot of books since
childhood. I enjoyed picturing the contents of a book I was reading in my head.
So, whenever I read a book or talk with people, I still tend to picture the
contents in my head. This is how I get inspired for my works.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you describe your style?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Colorful, something messy and chaotic in a way.
This is the style I pursue. <a href="http://dyan-reaveley.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;">Dyan Reaveley</span></a>. She is
the reason I got to love this style. Her ideas and use of colors are amazing!
In the earlier days, I depended entirely on tools thinking that I could not
create pieces without stamps and tools. But, after observing <a href="http://dyan-reaveley.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;">Reaveley’s works</span></a>, I began enjoying
free-hand drawing and handwriting. What I want to point out is this. I realized
that the best way is to draw things myself with my own hands.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">5. What are
the 5 top tools in your crafting space?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Vagabond, Archival Ink, Gesso, Dylusions Ink
Spray, Distress Marker<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">To apply gesso and then spray inks of various
colors on top.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Purple! I pursue creating pieces with purple
that is slightly dark and elegant!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">8. Do you sell your projects?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am
currently selling my works and teaching techniques from my studio.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">9. What do you do when you aren’t crafting? Job?
Other hobbies and interests?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I
originally majored in music. So, when I have free time, I enjoy listening to
music. My favorites are new age and rock!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I also enjoy traveling. I have been to India,
Japan, China, Thailand and the U.S. so far. My goal is to go to Tibet and
Mongolia! Traveling, reading and listening to music always inspire me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">10. Are you currently designing for any blog?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">In November 2013, I will begin performing as a
member of [<a href="http://www.susankweckesser.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;">Susan K. Weckesser design team</span></a>]. The
designers in this team create the best works. I love their talents. I am also
planning to work as a guest designer at the<a href="http://eclecticpaperie.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;"> [Eclectic Paperie]</span></a> in
December 2013.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Miyake, I'm quite smitten with the clever pairing of drawings and techniques!! These projects have definitely captured all hearts... Thank you dear for sharing this beauty with us!!</span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-78246041224864668902013-10-25T18:46:00.003+04:002013-10-25T18:46:44.257+04:00Feature #111: May Park<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="text-align: justify;">Hello friends, it’s me Deepti and here I am with a fascinating artist
on another Fascinating Friday. I got to know her when she visited my blog and
left me a comment on some post… I visited her back and since then my visits to
her blog have never ceased and nor has her amazing creations ceased to amaze
me. Her style is CAS and fun, I love her creations… simple, bright </span><span style="text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="text-align: justify;">and stunning. So, let’s welcome her…</span><br />
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<b>Name: May Sukyong Park</b></div>
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<b>Blog: <a href="http://mayholicraft.wordpress.com/">Mayholic in Crafts</a></b></div>
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1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Hello! My name is May Sukyong Park. I was born and brought up in South
Korea. I’ve done my Bachelors in Sociology and Journalism in Seoul, Korea. I’ve
been happily married to the most wonderful husband for 7 years, and we moved to
California, USA in Sep 2009. Currently, we are settled in Los Angeles County,
CA. I started blogging in June 2012, to share all that I create and to submit
my creations into some card challenge blogs. A few months ago, my husband and I
adopted two cats, and they bring so much joy and love to our sweet home. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I had not enjoyed any arts and crafts until my friend showed me her
amazing scrapbook album in May 2010. I honestly didn’t know there was a
paper-crafting world before. A month later, I made my first scrapbook page when
I went to the Crop Night at Michael’s. Then I started scrapbooking with the
encouragement of my hubby, and slowly moved in to making cards. Crafting is my
passion since then. Sometimes I’m surprised to see myself who is passionate
about paper crafting. Because I had never thought of myself related to
creativity back in Korea. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I get inspired with everyday objects like household items,
advertisements, graphic signs, fashionable outfits. I also have a few wonderful
blogs I check out everyday to get some inspiration with new ideas. I’ve been a
big <b><a href="http://craftgawker.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: normal;">craftgawker</span></a></b> fan, and I find
inspiration there as well. There are so many incredibly talented crafters out
there to admire. Like many card-makers, I also draw a lot of inspiration from
sketch and theme challenges. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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4. How would you describe your style? <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Mostly clean and simple! Here is why I stick to the CAS style. I
discovered the <b><a href="http://www.kwernerdesign.com/blog/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Kristina Werner blog</span></a></b> in June 2011,
and she’s been my idol card maker since then. I had been following her card
designs for practice for a year. I also try not to rely on stamps, patterned
papers, and dies. That’s why I love to make my own embellishments as focal
points. The creativity is the most important element in my card. I like to be as
creative as possible on the cards that I make. <o:p></o:p></div>
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5. What are the 5 top tools in your crafting space? <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Aside from the true basics like stamps/inks/papers, these are my 5 top
tools: white embossing powder, scoring board, glossy accents, precision tip
scissors, and stamp positioner.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One of my favorite techniques is heat embossing. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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When I lived in Korea, I used to work with a franchise company and an
online retailer for 5 years in sales departments. Back then I was kinda
workaholic, since I had a passion for being a CEO in the future. But for now
I’m a full heart and full time wife. Needless to say, my favorite hobby is card
making. Other than paper crafting, I love making hair accessories, sewing,
making mini albums, and repurposing projects. I also have a Korean blog which
covers all my fun life in beautiful California. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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blog since April 2013. I absolutely love working with talented ladies on the
team.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Wohooo, from workaholic to craftholic… I guess it’s always better to
realize our passion just in time, I am glad that you got into crafts, coz you
work wonders May. Thank you so much May for sharing with us. I am sure your
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Hello my sweet peeps!!! A new Friday with a new talent... its the jewellery designer Marie Papadopoulou. The sense of art reflects very well on her creations which make them always exceptional... Wanna know more about her?! Here we go...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Marie Papadopoulou</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://baileyrosy.com/">baileyrosy</a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I'm 53 years old , British and have been living in beautiful Thessaloniki for the past 24 years . I met my husband who is Greek in 1984 when we where both on holiday in Crete , it was love at first sight and a month later he moved to London to be with me and we were married two years later. We moved to Greece in 1989 were we opened a jewellery shop. We have two sons Alexis 22 who is an artist and Aris 18 who is a musician and plays in a band. We have two doglets Bailey and Rosy who have been known to eat several of my craft projects , in honour of the little terrors I named my blog after the little darlings</span><span style="color: #222222;"> </span><span style="color: #222222;"><a href="http://baileyrosy.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc;">baileyrosy.com</span></a>.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">2. How and when did you start crafting?</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I started crafting in 2011 so am a bit of a newcomer really, I was on the internet one day looking for something totally unrelated and I came across the Silhouette cutting machine and I bought it on the spot! I had never made a card or any sort of paper project before in my life....I didn't even own an ink pad! The rest is history.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">3. From where do you draw your inspiration?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">We own a jewellery shop and both my husband and I are jewellery designers and have our own workshop were we produce our designs. We have about sixty independent designers from all over the world who also contribute so a lot of my inspiration comes from the beautiful objects I see around me in my working day. `I'm inspired by so many things , I'm especially inspired by other bloggers who are a constant source of wonderment to me and of course Pinterest another obsession!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">4. How would you describe your style?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">I'm not really sure what my style is, I've tried most things but I keep coming back to CAS , although I do like to get messy from time to time.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">5. What are the 5 top tools in your crafting space?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">I would have to say my gorgeous Cameo machine is my first love as many of my followers will testify ,my eBosser, scor pal, heat gun and my Fiskars stamping block, oh did I mention I love my Cameo!!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">6. What’s your favorite technique?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Goodness they have all been favourites at some time or another, embossing both wet and dry especially on leather, fimo and felt were firm favourites for a long time and I do love using Glossy Accents but not sure that's a technique. I do however have a passion for making my own moulds so I can reproduce my own embellishments be it with fimo or UTEE and over the past few months I have gone Modge podge crazy and revamped my craft room door and several radiators in my house.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">7. What are your go-to colors?</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Although I love, love , love bright and bold colours black wins hands down for me every time, red and cream are also colours I use a lot.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">8. Do you sell your projects?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">I sell many of my cards in my shop but I also donate a fair amount to charity mainly for our local dog rescue centre.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">9. What do you do when you aren’t crafting? Job? Other hobbies and interests?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">I work mornings at my shop, mainly window displays and of course helping our customers with their purchases . I don't design as much jewellery as I used mainly because I spend far too much time crafting ! I've had so many hobbies in my life, ceramics, dress making, cookery school, horse-riding and keeping fit I'm currently attending Pilates classes three times a week but none of them have ever lasted as long or been as costly as my crafting obsession.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">10. Are you currently designing for any blog?</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I’v'e been lucky to be on some great design
teams over the past few years but I currently design for Addicted to CAS (ATCAS) an amazing group of talented ladies and of course our wonderful
leader Kylie who has been very supportive.</span></span><br />
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-54807060775535902612013-10-11T18:41:00.000+04:002013-10-11T18:44:39.966+04:00Featuring Barbara...<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="text-align: justify;">Hello friends, this
is Deepti and I am here to introduce another amazingly talented, brilliant and
fun crafter Barbara Murphy. You must have come across her fascinating creations
through a lot of</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> c</span><span style="text-align: justify;">hallenge blogs for
whom she designs and wondered how is she able to create such wonders every
time… </span><span style="text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="text-align: justify;">Whenever I make a trip to her
blog, I usually get stuck there. So, without further wait let me take you to
her creative world</span><br />
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Name – Barbara
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1. Tell us a little
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I'm 38, single and
owned by one very bossy cat, Rosie. My family is scattered across Canada, but
we keep in touch regularly. I have a niece and nephew who also love card
making...they sell theirs at a local farmer's market and have regular clientele
now! <o:p></o:p></div>
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I started crafting
in 2009 when I tried making my own Christmas cards with a friend. I was hooked!<o:p></o:p></div>
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card with someone in mind, they usually inspire my design. The things they
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CAS but sometimes
I like to try dressing things up!<o:p></o:p></div>
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ScorBuddy, detail
scissors, Copics, Cuttlebug (and dies) and ALL of my stamps ;)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Coloring is my
favorite technique. Copics, Prismacolor pencils...I love 'em all!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Hmmm... there are
many color combos that grab my attention but my all-time fave would have to be
red, white and baby blue.<o:p></o:p></div>
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No, I donate them
to local charities who choose to distribute them or sell them for fundraising
activities/auctions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I work full-time
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CAS on Sunday, Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge, Little Tangles and The
Alley Way Stamps. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Wasn’t this an
amazing interview...even more interesting is to know that the design element
exists both in her professional and creative life. Thank you so much Barbara for
sharing with us. I am sure you loved the few creations she shared with us and
now my friends its time for you to get much more inspired by visiting her Blog.
Enjoy!!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-53860972124147091902013-10-04T22:55:00.000+04:002013-10-04T23:05:14.115+04:00Darling Darnell ;)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Name: Darnell J Knauss</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://www.djkardkreations.com/">djkardkreations</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">I would like to thank Noor
for the wonderful honor of being featured on Fascinating Fridays post! Your past
honorees are extraordinary card makers and it is a thrill to be in their
company!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">I live in the Bay Area of
northern California with Kevin, my very tolerant and supportive husband of 42
years. We have a son, DDIL, and handsome,
brilliant, funny, and identically twin grandsons, Adam and Henry, eight years
old.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">I've always loved art, doodling,
drawing, and coloring. I even did a
little oil painting in the last century.
I started making cards in early 2002 after being invited to a Stampin'
Up! party by a coworker. The addiction
was immediate. I made cards on a desk in
the unfinished garage for ten years and then moved to my "Playhouse"
three years ago when we landscaped the back yard.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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inspiration from stamping magazines, and other magazines like <i>National Geographic</i> and <i>Sunset</i>, and from my own photos. Today, my inspiration comes from other card
artists' awe-mazing blogs, challenge blogs, online classes, everyday products
around me, and from my own photos. Now
when I walk through life, I find myself consciously aware of designs on
products, clothing, etc. Here is a card
I made after pulling out an old Spirograph game to play with the twins:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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another kind of inspiration every day from the friendships I have made blogging
in this outgoing, generous, and caring community!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Definitely clean and simple,
what I like to call "CASlicious."
I often try to incorporate humor or whimsy into my cards.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Paper cutter, paper scorer, Tombow
tape runner, Stamp-a-ma-jig, and Big Shot.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">I still love coloring my
stamps with markers and then stamping the image, sometimes spritzing first for
a watercolor effect. I also love
paper-piecing, which I just discovered a couple of years ago. This is still one of my favorite cards and
one of the very first cards I paper-pieced:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6562770448757360207" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6562770448757360207" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6562770448757360207" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6562770448757360207" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">The "hair" is made
from a bird feather. This card still
sits in my craft room and makes me smile every time I look at it!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">A few months ago, I started what
I consider to be a new technique. I realized
that I had a tremendous amount of stamps and other products that I call "NBUS"
for "never-been-used stuff."
Because new stamps and paper and other products are put away when I get
them (I'm clutterphobic), I often forgot about them, even as organized as I am! So I started a personal NBUS movement and a
number of my blogging friends have joined in.
Now I take a NBUS item and then go try and find a sketch, color, or
theme challenge to incorporate my item, or just make a card using it without a
challenge. Making this NBUS technique an
everyday part of both making my cards and blogging has really helped me use
my fantastic goodies.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Greens, aquas, lavenders. The reason I love color challenges so much is
because they force me to use colors I might not normally reach for, like
orange.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">8. Do you sell your projects? </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Not at present. I used to sell in a small boutique. (Occasionally a friend will commission a set
of cards and insist on paying ;)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">9. What do you do when you
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Wait. What?
You mean crafters have time to do other things when they aren't crafting
and blogging?! I am a part-time legal
assistant for a law firm representing school districts, but I'm happily retiring
at the end of this year. My other
primary interests are confounding my husband, grandmothering, lunching with
friends, and gardening.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">10. Are you currently
designing for any blog? </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">No, although I
do occasionally have the honor of
participating as a guest designer.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">Here is another favorite card
that I paper-pieced:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large; line-height: 115%;">And here's a card that is an
all-time favorite in terms of the thousands of views it has registered both on
my blog and on my Pinterest board:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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didn't post this card! We are our own
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Got a small announcement for y'all... </div>
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We're looking for a new member to join our sweet team of Fascinating Fridays!! </div>
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If you're interested to become a part of us then feel free to mail me at artisan@paperiedesigns.com Great Day Ahead!!</div>
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"To Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return"- The Holy Quran<br />
Our deepest sympathy to aunt's family on the sad demise of her life partner. </div>
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We ask the God, Allah, to give his family patience and solace. </div>
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May Allah forgive him and grant him the Paradise.</div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-35746623660973240222013-09-20T19:08:00.000+04:002013-09-21T19:10:39.532+04:00Artist #107: Nina<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Hello!</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Tasnim here, and today
we have a very talented Paper crafter joining us here. She was one of the top
20 contestants of Paper Crafts magazine's Gallery Idol for two consecutive
years! She has won numerous contests, published many of her works in various magazines
and continue to be featured around the Arts&Crafts community. </span><span style="color: #222222;">Let's hear it from
Nina Yang!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"> Name: Nina Yang</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://waffleflower.com/">Waffle Flower Paper Crafts</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I am a 30 something
living in central Arizona, US with my loving and supportive husband. I
work from home and usually spend half of my day with number and syntax, and the
rest of it with paper and stamp.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">2.</span><span style="color: #222222;"> </span><span style="color: #222222;">How and when did
you start crafting?</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I have been collecting pretty patterned paper and stationery for
as long as I can remember. About 3 years ago, I stumbled upon a card magazine
and was so inspired that I started stamping and card making myself. Blogging
and online challenges have made me many new friends. </span><span style="color: #222222;">I joined a few design teams, started
submitting to magazines and never looked back. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">3.</span><span style="color: #222222;"> </span><span style="color: #222222;">From where do you
draw your inspiration?</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Not like some of my crafty friends who are real designers,
I don't really know much about "design rules". But I always try
to create something "clever". Craft products themselves inspire me.
Let it be a piece of patterned paper, an embellishment, a cute stamp or a fun
sentiment, ideas come to me when I try to use them in a unique way. I also like
to find new techniques in magazines and blogs.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">4.</span><span style="color: #222222;"> </span><span style="color: #222222;">How would you
describe your style?</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I am open to try all different styles. Most of my cards falls in
the Clean & Simple category but I've been having fun with Freestyle Collage
lately.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">5. </span><span style="color: #222222;">Tell us briefly
about your design process.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Get the products in front of me, think what I can do with them,
get the project done</span><span style="color: #222222;">… Let's try again: I usually start my card by picking up a
sentiment. </span><span style="color: #222222;">I like sentiments that
tell stories. And usually, the rest of my card is designed to support the
sentiment.</span><span style="color: #222222;"> When there is a specific theme, I usually google to see
what has been done and will try to come up with something different.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">6. </span><span style="color: #222222;">What are the 5 top
tools in your crafting space?</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">Scissors, scoring board, bone folder, paper trimmer and dies.
May I add punches too? </span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">I suppose we are talking about stamping techniques here? My
favorite is masking. There are so many ways we can mask a stamp and give it a
new life. </span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">No. I am a slow crafter who can easily spend 2 or 3 hours on a
card that I don't know how to put a price tag on. I've been sharing quick and
easy projects on my blog, but they are "quick-n-easy" because I
spend a lot of time "designing" them that way. The quickest way
to </span><span style="color: #222222;">achieve</span><span style="color: #222222;"> the most amazing result has always been my goal. Most of
my projects went to magazines, trade shows or got donated. I give some of my
favorites to my husband who keeps them in a shoe box.</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #222222;">About 20 hours. But I spend countless hours on craft blogs and
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Paper crafting
combines two of my other favorite things to do: taking still life photos and
playing with my computer (editing photos, tweaking my blog, drawing in
Illustrator…). Lucky me also had the opportunity to put together stamp
sets for Avery Elle (Simply Tags and Texture Tiles). I enjoy every steps of the
whole process.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Wow! that was amazing.
Thank you Nina for giving us a little insight into your creative mind! I particularly
liked how you start a design with the sentiment, that is quite an interesting
approach, and I must give it a try!</span></div>
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friends? Isn't she one super talented crafter? You can see more of her work
at </span></span><a href="http://waffleflower.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">http://waffleflower.com/</span></a></span></div>
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Noor Nahdihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00437914529850966014noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6562770448757360207.post-16389532198424899312013-09-13T15:48:00.000+04:002013-09-13T15:55:36.841+04:00Creative Crafts<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="text-align: justify;">Sometimes you come across some great artists who will not only amaze
you with their creativity but also bring smile on your face by their writing
skills.. Hello friends, its Deepti and I am here to introduce you to one such
amazingly talented, brilliant and fun crafter- Lynn Hayes. I found her blog
recently but ever since… I am always excited to visit her blog to get inspired
from her cards and laugh over her fun filled posts </span><span style="font-family: Wingdings; text-align: justify;">J</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> I am sure you would love her talent both in the cards she makes and
the humor she adds in her blog posts, so without delaying any further we
welcome our star crafter for the week …</span><br />
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<b>Name – Lynn Hayes</b></div>
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<b>Blog: <a href="http://www.creativecraftsbylynn.blogspot.com/">Creative Crafts by Lynn</a></b></div>
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I live in an extremely small
town in Texas, am married to a wonderful man, and have a
little dachshund named Rambo. I have two grown children and
three lovely granddaughters, with another one due in a couple of months. I retired several years ago after being employed as a Pre Trial Officer with a
local Probation Department. I love being retired as it gives me time to
craft and enjoy life.<o:p></o:p></div>
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After I retired I felt I would
have time for this craft and a friend of mine showed me the basics of how
to use stamps, ink, and paper. I started making cards and also started my
blog four years ago. <o:p></o:p></div>
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My inspiration comes mainly from other blogs, card galleries,
magazines, and Pinterest. Things in nature and my every day surroundings
also inspire me.<o:p></o:p></div>
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My style tends to be more clean
and simple. I've tried to make cards with a lot of layers and different
elements on them, but never can seem to pull it off to my satisfaction.
You'll also often see humor in my cards and my blog posts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sometimes I feel I'm a buy-alcoholic instead of a craft alcoholic but
would have to say the tools I use most are my stamps, coloring mediums,
Cuttlebug, embossing folders, and dies.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I love using embossing folders
and dies. I feel the texture of the embossing and the fun of using dies
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You'd think with three granddaughters I'd use more pink than anything,
however, my favorite color is blue so I use that color often. I also love
the look of red, white, and black on a card.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A couple of years ago I made cards for a baby/children's shop in a
near-by town. They have since gone out of business and so I no longer
sell my cards. I send my creations to family and friends and also donate
cards to different organizations when possible. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If I'm not crafting you can probably spot
me reading a book. I love to read and will read just about
anything. My husband and I also have a large garden and love growing our
own vegetables. We also love to go fishing (but I usually catch the
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I've been on quiet a few design
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creations. Thank you so much Lynn for sharing with us. I am sure you loved the
few creations she shared with us and now my friends its time for you to get
much more inspired by visiting her blog. Enjoy!!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">It's the first Friday of this month and everyone must be excited to know our new feature... She masters creating paper flowers that are simply jaw-dropping,,, Her creations are unique and made with true passion!! Without further ado, pls help me welcome sweet Bhavana... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Blog: <a href="http://blendingartandcraft.blogspot.ae/">Blending Art and Craft</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Before starting i would like to thank Noor for featuring my cards in “Fascinating Fridays" </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I am Bhavana staying in Bangalore. I work as software engineer in MNC. I met my husband in office and after 5 years of courtship we got married in 2011. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">My parents, sis and my husband have always been supportive about my art and craft stuff :)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">2. How and when did you start crafting?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I have been crafting since my childhood. I always loved craft classes in school (called as SUPW).</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Would make my parents go around the city to buy all my craft supplies. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I started blogging to share my creations on internet as a hobby. Started quilling and making cards for more than 3 years.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">3. From where do you draw your inspiration?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">I draw inspiration from everything i see around, blogs, craft galleries. Currently Pinterest is the great source of inspiration and got hooked to it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">4. How would you describe your style?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I don't follow any style but yes i don't like messy or cluttered things so i can say my creations are clean and simple. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I go with sketches, color scheme, theme while making the cards.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">5. What are the 5 top tools in your crafting space?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">My top 5 tools: Stamps, inks, scissors, glue, black PITT pens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">6. What’s your favorite technique?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Love to try all techniques but favorites are Stamping, Fussy cutting, paper piecing, like giving 3D effect using foam dots, making handmade flowers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">7. What are your go-to colors?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">White, blue, red, black.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Yes i do sell some of my projects to friends, family and colleagues but most of them are for gifting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">9. What do you do when you aren’t crafting? Job? Other hobbies and interests?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">When I'm not crafting me and my husband watch movies and English serials spend time together, busy with household chores, cooking. Also currently playing games on my iphone, and trying out new apps.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">10 Are you currently designing for any blog?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Yes currently i am a DT at Indian Craft Room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Such calming and well executed projects!! Adore the color choices and the handmade flowers just look so fantastic... These cards will definitely rock our creative spirits... Thank you for sharing this beauty with us, Bhavana!!</span></div>
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