Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Who's ready for some new Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps??!!

This Sunday will be another release day at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps and as always, Kimmie has put together an amazing selection of stamps! Today we are kicking off the sneak peeks with images by a brand new Krafty Artist!

Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps is thrilled to introduce a new artist to the mix....her name is Cheryl Alger! You may recognize her name from Sassy Cheryl's where she creates digital art. Cheryl is creating a brand NEW line of images, specifically for Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps! These stamps will ONLY be available at Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps and ONLY as unmounted rubber stamps! Now here's a bit about Cheryl!

I grew up outside of Staunton, Virginia, but now live in the Richmond, Virginia. I absolutely LOVE to draw and always carry a small sketchbook with me in case inspiration strikes me while I'm out and about.

I have been creating digital art now for about 12 years now and have licensed my work to companies such as Kohl's, Hobby Lobby and Shopko, among others, for over eight years. I started creating digital images about two years ago. It's been a lifelong dream to become a working artist, and besides deadlines, I LOVE everything about what I do! It really helps that I have a very supportive husband and son (they also can be my biggest critics! I have to admit, I LOVE my job!



This is "Little Summer Girl". How fun is she with her little ducky floatie?! I paired her up with some fun bright patterned paper from Echo Park. The "Make a Splash" sentiment on my card is from Kimmie's "Mermaid Sentiments". The little water droplets are Jolee's Stickers...I still had the sticker pack out from the card I made for our current "Krafty" challenge. Lol, how's that for lazy crafting...just grab whatever is already out on your table! :)



Copics: Hair: Y21, Y23, E31, E33, E37, E50, E59 Skin: E000, E00, E11, RV42 Bathing suit: R27, R29, R46, E59, C9 Flippers: Duck Floatie: Y00, Y11, Y17, Y21, Y28, E35, R27, R46, YR00, YR02, YR04, YR07, E08

Please make sure to stop by the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Blog today for links to all the Krafty Girls who have sneak peeks to share with you. The sneak peeks will continue right through until the release day this Sunday when we'll have a fun blog hop to celebrate!

CANDY ALERT!!!!: Kimmie has decided to give away a whole set of Cheryl's new stamps today! Make sure to leave comments on all the Krafty Girls blogs because one lucky winner will receive the whole set of Cheryl's new stamps and she'll announce the winner in Thursday's post. (visit the challenge blog for links to their blogs!!)

Blessings,

Melanie

Stamps: Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps "Little Summer Girl" and "Summer Sentiments"
Ink: Memento, Versafine, Copics
Paper: Neenah, Bazzill, Echo Park
Embellishments: Jolee's Stickers
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38 comments:

  1. BrigitteMay 11, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Ohhhhh!!! I'm so excited about the new artist! Fantastic card, I love the bright colours and your colouring is exquisite!
    brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

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  2. Janine - EllabellaMay 11, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Wow!! Gorgeous Melanie! I just love your choice of colors and your divine coloring!! You are so talent. Darling image. Hugs Janine

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  3. petra,s cardsMay 11, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    this is beautiful!!! great colouring!!
    xx petra

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  4. StephMay 11, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Beautiful card!

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  5. Kraftin' KimmieMay 11, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    She is just adorable! That paper is perfect for this summer creation! Don't you love her skinny legs and knobbly knees?! heehee! Love it, Melanie!

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  6. Sassy CherylMay 11, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Well, she certainly will be 'making a splash'. How adorable!!!!

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  7. Lisa LynnMay 11, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Your image is adorable. I love the patterned paper! Your card is FUN!

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  8. TaylorMay 11, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Cuteness!! Love the paper you paired her with - perfect for summer!

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  9. DorteMay 11, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    What a cute new image, she is lovely, and your card so pretty.
    hugs Dorte

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  10. LisaMay 11, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    wow amazing job Melanie

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  11. CMay 11, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    So cute..your coloring is awesome. Love, love Sassy Cheryl...hurry up Sunday!!

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  12. Rachel GMay 11, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Cuteness! Love your card!

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  13. Michele BoyerMay 11, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Melanie, this is aDORable!! Your coloring is as amazing as ever! And I love the floral background! Very summery indeed!

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  14. Lillian ChildMay 11, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Melanie, your coloring on this is absolutely stunning!!

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  15. Heidi BrawleyMay 11, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    love the ducky ring around her. lol this card is sooo cute! love the colors you used too!
    ~Heidi Brawley

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  16. candiMay 11, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    I love the bright summery colors! This image is so stinkin cute!

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  17. MarilynMay 11, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Wow!! Nobody does coloring with the depth you do ! Love everyting you do, and this is no exception! It's a fest for the eyes!

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  18. Inge GrootMay 11, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Wow your coloring is fabulous, awesome card!

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  19. TraceyMay 11, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Wonderful card Melanie, I love the colours & your colouring of this fab image is perfect :)
    Hugs
    Tracey
    x

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  20. mimibricoleMay 11, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    ahhhh make me wanna have a good splash... this new range of stamps is adorable, and as always, your card is so cute!

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  21. AngieMay 11, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Loooove it! :)

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  22. Pat JandacekMay 11, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Is she stamped directly on the background paper and Copics cover that well, or is she cut out and applied? Fabulous result, whichever is the case! I think the water drops are a great addition - serendipity that they were handy. Gotta take advantage of things like that! I have no blog to share but appreciate all of you who do. TFS and for the chance to win these characters!

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  23. LizMay 11, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    wonderful card!!!!

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  24. LizMay 11, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    looking good

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  25. stampencamperMay 11, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    what a great image, and a very neat card,

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  26. Jenn JoncasMay 11, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    She's so cute Melanie!! I love how you coloured her (:

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  27. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Absolutely stunning miss Mel!! As usual!! LOOOOVVVVEEEEE it!! Xx

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  28. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Very cute card Melanie! So glad I found out about the sneak peek!

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  29. Sparkly EngineerMay 11, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    The more I see this image the cuter she is. Like your coloring very much.

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  30. Kelly SchelskeMay 11, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    This is fabulous Melanie!!

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  31. TraceyMay 11, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    This is such a clean and simple card for you Melanie but I love it!! Gorgeous colouring as always!!

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  32. jkreucherMay 11, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Oh! I Soooooo Love this little sassy girl! your card is just sweet as can be! love everything!
    Judy

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  33. Andrea MurdockMay 11, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    how adorable is your card and how adorable is she with that swishy hair!!! stunning job as always...and ps- I miss you!!!

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  34. BrennaMay 11, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    oh my gosh, she is soo cute!! tfs.
    brenna
    rbanderson@live.ca

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  35. AnnMay 11, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    Beautiful coloring and I love the darling image!

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  36. StephanieMay 11, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    This image is so cute and you did a fantastic job coloring her. I really love how you did her hair!

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  37. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    i love how you colored her hair...i feel like a copy cat for saying it as the gal infront of me said the same thing....but it was what struck me first when seeing your lovely creation.

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  38. CynthiaMay 12, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Adorable design with Cheryl's new image!

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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