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Maigan Lynn – Queen Kat Stamps Project video!

Hello Friends!

Today’s post for Queen Kat is so put together at the last minute. Much to the surprise of Mike and I we found our contractor and one of his men here when we returned from Church on Sunday. They where busy getting the post holes for the front deck dug so that the inspector could come out on Monday.

Then we ran into a problem, Even though they called for the Inspection on Monday, the county seat and offices are closed. I knew school was closed, but the dump, and all offices closed, that we didn’t know. So that moves everything off until April 26.

Which means this house will be a flurry of activity. AC guy, Siding guy, decking guys, all will be here tomorrow. My head hurts just thinking about it. Hey progress either creeps along or comes in leaps and bounds.

For those of you who are reading this directly from the Queen Kat blog, please visit Loretta’s blog. She also has a blog candy and Youtube give away currently going on.

Ok, backto the subject, I put this slide show of the projects I have made for Queen Kat since beginning with them on Janurary 1, 2011. I have two more altered projects using stamps that will be released May 2, so come back and see these projects on May 3 when it is my turn to post to the Queen Kat blog again.

I so enjoy being able to create these wonderful works of art. I hope you are enjoying some warmer weather. Have a great week, Stamp Happy, be a blessing.

SunSet Mermaid — Dream Journal — project give away

Today’s dream Journal is made using the Sun Set Mermaid from Queen Kat Stamps. She is just a beautiful image. I had a blast coming up with this idea. This project can be yours. All you have to do is leave a comment on this post and I’ll draw a winner on Thrusday. So good luck!

As we expected, there is no construction here today. Tomorrow’s weather forecast is clear, so we will be doing some changes!

I used some of the paper from my personal collection, all edges are sponged with chocolate ink, and other embellishments include glimmer mist, brads, and ribbon.

The paper pad inside of the folder is a staples brand mini junior legal pad in pink. I covered up the top with some of the paper I had left over from the rest of the project.

I received some happy mail today, Scott Publishing returned many of the cards I have had published over the last year or so, and it appears that there are a few that are being returned to me now that will be appearing in future publications. It is always exciting to see one’s art in print.

On that note I would like to encourage you to make a card or other creation and submit it for publication. You never know until you try!

Dream Mermaid Journal

Supplies: Mini Junior legal pad,

Mermaid stamp

Patterned paper and card stock of your choosing

Instructions:

Cut card stock 1/2” larger than the mini note pad, by 12”. Using the note pad as a guide gently fold the card stock over the legal pad, then using a bone folder fold in those score lines. Cut off any excess, now is also a good time to use a die for the edge or a punch for more decoration.

Use patterned paper of your choice cut to the exact size of the note pad, sponge edges and tape over the top flap. Adhere the pad to the inside right of the back cover, spray with glimmer mist in dazzling diamonds.

On the left hand side, measure the panel and cut solid card stock then subtract ¼” on all sides , sponge edges and tape into place. Using a piece that is about 4” X 7”, patterned paper, sponge edges and attach to the card stock. For the corner, I used a 3” square cut on the diagonal and then accented this with a piece of edge punched patterned paper. This is then put into place using pop dots.

Front Cover:

I actually just super sized a card sketch pattern. Each layer is about ¼” smaller than the previous one, each layer is distressed, sponged and glimmer misted. I used Flowers #3,#4 from Sizzix to make the flower. The sentiment “dream” is printed onto a scrap of card stock and applied to the front.

The project took about an hour to make. Mermaid is stamped with Memento black ink and sponged. Other materials include pop dots, red sticky tape, ribbon, stickles, glimmer mist, glue, dimensional adhesive and flat back pearls.

Submitted by:
Loretta Rodger
Designer, Queen Kat Stamps

Blessings,

Loretta

Emily and her flute! Queen Kat Tuesday!

A musical treat featuring Emily and her Flute:

Image for shrink plastic pieces, please see instructions:

Hello friends!

It is time for a beautiful Queen Kat image, meet Emily and her flute, I want to call it her “magic” flute because she can certainly soothe the most troubled waters with her beautiful music.

For today’s projects, you will need to gather up the following:

Emily stamp set,

Shrink Plastic,

Copic Markers

and your imagination!

To begin: Stamp image onto white card stock and color as desired with copic markers.

Layer her onto an orange base that has been sponged with black ink, print out sheet music (from 8notes.com) onto teal card stock and trim to size 5 1/4″ X 4″. Sponge the edges of this pieces, attach flower and tape as shown.

I stamped “The magic of Love” on the inside of the card. This would also make a beautiful engagement notice card.

For the pin, I stamped the image and colored it (you can also do this with the image you already colored) and place it on top of a piece of musical score you’ve printed out. Place this piece underneath the stamp image and scan into your computer. Using my editing program, I chose to print out the image four times onto Shrink plastic. I printed the image onto the rough side of the plastic.

After the image was printed, I allowed it to dry on my desk for about 1/2 an hour. I then trimmed out each individual image using my heavy duty scissors. If desired you can put a hole in the top center to use as a charm, earrings or embellishment on a card or scrapbook layout.

Following the manufactures instructions, I used a heat gun and shrunk the image. I did use a silicone craft mat under the image, then once it was shrank, I used my Glossy accents (inkessentials) to cover the image. While it was still cloudy and wet, I used dew drops and small glass beads to enhance the already beautiful piece. Along the outside edges I used studio G glitter glue. The piece was set aside to dry for about 2 hours. (If you’ve had a long day like me, this is a good time to give yourself permission to take a nap!).

After your nap, the image will be completely dry, and you will feel better! Now onto the next step. Using a pin back from your local craft store, attach this to the back of the piece using a dab of hot glue, please be careful not to burn your fingers. With all craft projects you should follow manufacturer’s instructions and use reasonable caution so you will not injure yourself or burn down your house.

Here is the Queen Kat stamp store. Go ahead do some shopping, you deserve some fun stamps! The many artist lines, stamp sets and just plain fun stuff is to be seen and purchased here. I hope you will enjoy these projects and give them a try.

Stamp Happy and be a blessing.

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