April, 2012

  1. Blog Giveaway: Foam Stamps

    30th April, 2012 by iGirlZoe

    ***WINNER ANNOUNCED…WINNER ANNOUNCED***

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge Custom Foam Stamps
    The random winner of the foam stamps is…

    Blog Giveaway Foam Stamps Winner
    Congratulations Nikki. Please email your address so I can send the stamps to you.

    Thanks to all of you who commented.

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  2. Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge

    19th April, 2012 by iGirlZoe

    Technique 1: Custom Foam Stamps

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge
    Studio L3 has kicked off the new Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge, generously sponsored by Simon Says Stamp.

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge Custom Foam Stamps
    I had looked at the different techniques in my (signed copy) of the book and wondered what the first one would be. I thought, “as long as it’s not page 66” (I don’t have any foam)! đŸ˜‰

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge Custom Foam Stamps
    As the first weeks challenge fell on Friday 13th, I decided to go with a darker theme.

    Whilst cutting an assortment of foam stamps I came up with the idea of using my Sizzix Movers and Shapers Keyhole and Cabinet Dies to make a door and have the image lurking behind the keyhole. I chose the Stampotique stamp because it’s just so creepy. The question mark stamp, from Tim Holtz’s World Traveller set, reminds me of Batman’s ‘The Riddler’, and also has quite a creepy look to it.

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge Custom Foam Stamps

    Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge Custom Foam Stamps
    I made up a small assortment of custom foam stamps using my Sizzix BIGZ and Movers & Shapers Dies. I’m pleased with the piece I made, however, I’ve realised that I’m not a fan of foam stamps and doubt I will use this technique again, although I’m pleased I tried it.

    As I am unlikely to reuse my foam stamps, I’ve decided to give them away. Comment on my blog during the next week and I will pick a winner at random and send the stamps to you.

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  3. Creative Chemistry 101 – Day 2

    3rd April, 2012 by iGirlZoe

    Tim Holtz Creative Chemistry 101
    Day 2 – Distress Ink Intro

    Creative Chemistry 101 Day 2 Distress Inks
    Distress inks spritzed with water

    Creative Chemistry 101 Day 2 Tags
    Spritz and Flick / Brushless Watercolor / Wrinkle-Free Distress

    The spritz and flick technique has become a firm favorite with me, followed closely by the brushless watercolor, which I had never done before. I am really excited about what you can do with a little H2O.

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  4. Creative Chemistry 101 – Day 1

    2nd April, 2012 by iGirlZoe

    Tim Holtz Creative Chemistry 101

    Day 1 – Discovery & Understanding (and CAKE)

    Creative Chemistry 101 Day 1 Cupcakes
    My Husband surprised me with these miniature cupcakes for my first day of class

    I can’t believe it’s been nearly a month between blog posts! BAD ZOE!

    In my defense, I’ve been getting inky with Tim Holtz via his online Creative Chemistry 101 classes which concluded today. You can still sign up as there is lifetime access to the class content. The forums and galleries will remain open until April 9th, so there is still time to ask Tim questions, chat in the forum and share your creations.

    Day one was about discovering the different characteristics and properties of the products in our craft stash and understanding how to use them.

    Two thumbs up.

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