Friday, August 20, 2010

A Fairy Blog Hop at Wags 'n Whiskers Stamps!

Welcome to release day at Wags 'n Whiskers Stamps!! We have a brand new set of rubber stamps by artist Cris De Lara featuring some gorgeous fairies...did you see the sneak peeks over the last two days?? I know you will fall in love with the beautiful new images, just as the entire DT has. To celebrate the release, we are having a blog hop today!

The hop begins over at the Wags 'n Whiskers Blog, where you will find a list of all the particpants. As you hop from blog to blog, make sure to leave comments as there will be three lucky winners drawn from those names who will each win two stamps from the new release! When you are done, make sure to head back to the Wags 'n Whiskers blog to comment on your favourite design...and then go shopping! The hop will remain open until Monday August 23, 2010 at 5:01 am GMT/12:01 am EST.

If you have arrived here from the lovely Mag's blog, then you are on the right track...aren't her creations just beautiful?! If not, just head on over to the beginning of the hop at the WnW blog and make your way through the list.

One of the things I love about these fairies is their versatility. Depending on what colour scheme you use, they are perfect for any season or occasion. So many blogs are featuring Christmas projects lately, that I've been in the mood to make something festive...although I suppose this could be a gift for other occasions too. I saw a video tutorial (found HERE) a while back by Becca Feeken that shows how to create a pretty ornament out of Spellbinders Fleur De Lis pendant. I followed her directions for folding the pendants and made an ornament to feature one of the Wags 'n Whiskers Fairies...allow me to introduce "Lacey"!



I stamped Lacey on Neenah cardstock and coloured her with Copics. I added sparkle to her wings with Stardust Stickles. I added additional shimmer to her dress with Smooch Illuminate.

Copics: Skin: E0000, E000, E00, E11 Hair: E50, E31, E33, E37, E59 Clothes: BG000, BG10, BG11, BG72, BG75, E50, E41, E43, blender Wings: B93, B21, B000 and RV000

Time for you to visit the sweet and very talented Debbie who I know has a gorgeous project to show you! Remember, if at any time on the hop you get a little lost, just return to the Wags 'n Whiskers Blog for the hop list. Don't forget to leave those comments for your chance to win some new stamps!

When you are done hopping, it's time to get shopping! (lol...didn't know I had poetry skills, huh??) You can find the brand new Wags 'n Whiskers Fairies HERE.

Blessings,

Melanie

Stamps: Wags 'n Whiskers "Lacey"
Ink: Memento, Copic markers, Distress Ink
Paper: Neenah, My Mind's Eye
Embellishments: Rhinestones, crocheted trim, ribbon
Tools: Spellbinders Fleur De Lis Pendant

48 comments:

  1. Oh gosh this is just breathtaking. i love all the new stamps but this has to be my favourite.
    mwah
    Trace

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  2. Stunning work of art. This is just georgeous !!!!!

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  3. OMG! Ok, this is nothing short of spectacular! LOVE it, Melanie! Absolutely LOVE it!
    hugs!
    Sharon

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  4. whouahhh super creation !!!!
    very gorgeous I love it !!
    hugs coco

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  5. what a great little ornament. so very cute. love your colouring and all the glitter. great work
    Kirsten

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  6. What a beautiful ornament! That's a very good idea!

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  7. ooo, LOVE all the shimmer! So pretty, your shading is gorgeous

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  8. Mel this is stunning. The images are so delicate and screaming for some sparkle. You have totally done her justice. BEAUTIFUL!!!!

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  9. WOW, very gorgeous pendent. Your coloring is superb.

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  10. welldone. what a great idea, thanks for showing

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  11. very lovely!
    I do share your opninion on the versatility of the fairies!
    They are lovely in every way and for every occasion!

    Love
    Naomi

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  12. Wow this is gorgeous and your coloring is stunning as always!!

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  13. Gorgeous and amazing creation :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  14. Hi Melanie
    Wow this is stunning,
    Hugs Dianne xx

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  15. Absolutely beautiful.
    Hugs
    Cathy xx

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  16. Oh wow this is just fantastic. Love what you have done with the image and love the gems on the background.

    Jayne xx

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  17. What a fantastic idea - that will look lovely on the tree
    Lisa ;)

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  18. Oh wow - this is just stunning. What a journey you ladies are making for us - full of inspirations and amazements.
    Love your colouring.
    Thank you for sharing, hugs

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  19. Oh, so pretty ornament.Lovely coloring and shades of green.

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  20. What a beautiful ornament,really something different.

    Grtzz Marjon

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  21. Oh my goodness, Melanie!! This is just GORGEOUS!! You know how I feel about your coloring :-) And this is no exception! Stunning work! The ornament is perfect and would be so beautiful on a tree. Or hanging in a room since I agree, it would think this could be used for any occasion! Thank you for all of your hard work with this release!! Big Hugs!!
    ~Lacey
    Wags 'n Whiskers

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  22. she looks stunning sitting on the decoration
    Tilly x

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  23. This is stunning! I so love your coloring and the snowflake! Very festive! Have a great weekend!

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  24. What a lovely creation ! so nice !
    xxx

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  25. Your creation is superb, so original !
    xxx

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  26. WOW Mel..this is simply stunning..your colouring is amazing :0)

    Hugs
    Debs x

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  27. What a perfect way to show off this lovely fairy. Beautiful work Melanie.

    Blessings,

    Deb

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  28. wow your ornament is DIVINE.
    Love the colouring

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  29. WOW Melanie what a GORGEOUS project!!! I LOVE this ornament and your coloring of this fairy is sooooo stunning!

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  30. This is beautiful! Love the colors and the shimmery dress is to die for!

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  31. WOW!! What a stunning idea! She looks perfect!

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  32. SUPER COOL!!!
    I JUST LOVE IT :D

    Hugs Anja

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  33. Oh my, stunning card, beautiful. Love these DT blogs as they have some really great creations
    Donna xx

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  34. omgosh..this is a true work of art!! a real beauty..tfs..loves ya

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  35. OMG Melanie this is absolutely gorgeous. My only other word is spectacular! What beautiful ART.
    Cathy

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  36. Oh Melanie. Your work always amaze me. I have your blog bookmarked just to see what you are doing next. TFS

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  37. Wow, your card is so beautiful! I must say I checked out your blog and am in awe of your work! The ornament you created for the blog hop is fantastic!

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  38. I Love this your ornament is just beautiful and that die cut is yummy

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  39. This is just stunning!
    Your colouring is out off this world, amazing!
    Thanks for the inspiration!
    Hugs, Marit.

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  40. Such a great idea, looks wonderful! =)

    Hugs, Elenor

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  41. I see that almost everybody uses shimmer and glitter on there project..love that! I love this bloghop and keep on hopping! greetz Suzanne

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  42. How beautiful is this! Stunning work. Thanks for organizing this blog hop & the chance to win some great stamps xx

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  43. Hi Melanie, What a gorgeous pendant/ornament. Any girl, young or old would adore a gift like what you have created. Its absolutely beautiful. I love the whole creation. Thank you so much for sharing you great talent. Have a Great Weekend. Bye for now. Hugs Maria

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  44. This is such a lovely example of the versatility of these stamps as you say. The ornament is different too & it's lovely to see how you have emphasized the delicateness of the fairy image with the ornament design & the lace for hanging.
    Paula (PEP)
    http://pepcraftchallexp.blogspot.com/

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  45. what an great card hun
    love the image very much
    thanks for the tutorial hun
    hugs angelique

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  46. Gorgeous! You've really brought her to life!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by! Please feel free to leave me a comment so I can come by your blog, and see what you have been creating!!

Blessings!!

Melanie