The Paper Freak

FWF goes a little Asian

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Welcome back for another week of Friends With Flair! Did you see the new {ippity} releases last night? They are awesome!

(If you're looking for the Raining Happy blog hop post, it's the next one down!)

Here's another card I made using the Angie Girl: Follow Your Heart set:

The flowers have sort of an Asian flair, don't you think? I created my own background, then made little inchie emboss resist squares with the same flowers. The sentiment is from an older {ippity} kit, Now and Always.

Make sure you check out this weekend's sales - the bundle pack is a GREAT deal! Click my photo below to go straight to the shop, or click my photo on Unity's website to add {ippity} to your order!

Thanks for stopping by to look!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Raining Happy with {ippity}

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Yay! It's the second Thursday so that means it's {ippity} release day! And to celebrate, we're having a fun blog hop!

You should have arrived from the {ippity} blog. If you did not, then remember to start there by clicking the image above. Make sure you read all the way to the end for a fun announcement!

Below is the list if you get lost along the way.

{ippity} blog
angie - {stampsings of the shug}
jennifer - mitten's papercrafting
barbara - {ippity} do da
rona - a little inspiration from rona
anita - anita be stampin
mary - mary's creative journey
susan - paper and joy
jen - jens cup of creations
noelle -noelle scraps alot
heather f. - i heart {ippity}
jenmarie - taylor-made by jenmarie
cheri - the paper freak **you are here!**
lisa - schnauz scraps
andrea - ippity stamps 4 you
maria - ria creations
rebecca - blooming pink
althea - aj's designs
crystal - crystal's craft corner
joan - tails in the stamp room
christine - christine's creative therapy
{ippity} blog

For those of you who like to do mixed media, scrapbooking or larger-sized projects, you will L.O.V.E. this release! I have to say that using these sets has stretched me a bit since mixed media is NOT my typical project choice. But these stamps work equally well on cards - woot!

It had been a while since I used my Twinkling H2Os, so it was fun painting this card. See how huge this stamp is (the card is 4.25" x 5.5")? I used all three images in this set.

And here are the other sets releasing today!

Make sure you come back tomorrow for Friends With Flair where I'll show you a card I made with the Angie Girl set!

If you need the new (or not new!) {ippity} releases remember you can now order them straight from the Unity site - just click my photo below to go shopping now, or click my photo on Unity's site to add {ippity} to your order! There's a fabulous sale going on, including a bundle pack on the new {ippity} stamps! With those savings, you can order the itty bitty, too!

(limit 1 per person)

Now, don't stop with the blog hop - there's a release party going on over at Unity's forum on Splitcoaststampers with PRIZES!! Make sure you head over after the hop for chatting, fun and a chance at FREE stamps from the new releases! (hint: if you missed the party, make sure you check the Unity and {ippity} blogs to see how you can still win something)!

Thanks for hopping with us!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Just a few more hours until the newest {ippity} release!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:26:00 +0000

Are you excited? I hope so, because we have lots of fun planned! A hop, a release party and PRIZES! It all starts at 7pm CDT!

Click here to shop at Unity!

How about another sneaky peek of Thursday's {ippity} release?

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 06:01:00 +0000

This set has so much potential!

Remember to join us on Thursday for a blog hop and release party!

Click here to shop at Unity!

FWF: Hello There!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 07:18:00 +0000

Welcome to another week of Friends With Flair! Remember to leave comments all along the hop to enter for a prize from Unity!

Today I have a simple, colorful hello card using the {ippity} set Sweet Thoughts of Spring.

I used the border stamp in rainbow colors to make the background, die cut a window and stamped the sentiment on the base layer. It was a pretty quick card once I picked my colors and the Spellbinders die I wanted to use. But isn't that how it usually goes? ;)

By the way, did you know that you can follow me on Pinterest and Facebook? There's a lot of inspiration over there!

Have a great time hopping, and remember to click my picture to add {ippity} to your order - my photo below will take you straight to Unity's shop!

Have a great weekend!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Just 7 days left until a new {ippity} release!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:07:00 +0000

Will you join us for a blog hop next Thursday? How about a peek at the new release?

I can't show the whole project until the big day, now can I? ;D

See you at the hop!

Click here to shop at Unity!

CAS-ual Friday 46: Inspired by Song

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:49:00 +0000

Hello! Today I'm sharing my CAS-ual Friday Challenge card. The theme this week is to be inspired by a song. The song I chose was "Shine" by Newsboys, and here's the card:

I used the {ippity} kit {...shine, shine, shine.} for the light bulbs and sentiment. I really had to search my stash to find a background that suited the rest of the card, but I finally found what I wanted in my Unity KOM from June 2010 - now THAT's a blast from the past!

I stamped the light bulb three times at different lengths and paper pieced one of them after sponging on some white ink to create a "glow" from the bulb. To give the sentiment and focal image a bit more depth, I inked the edges before attaching to the card.

Remember that you still have time to get in on the FABULOUS 40% off sale at Unity's website. The sale does include {ippity}, so be sure to click my photo to go straight to the shop and add them to your cart!

Thanks for stopping by, and happy weekend!

Click here to shop at Unity!

FWF: Multi-layer stamping

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Have you seen the phenomenal layers of stamping Tim Holtz usually does (something like this)? I saw a card by Heather Telford that uses the same technique, but hers was a bit more my style...I really wanted to try it!

I didn't have any of the same stamps, of course, so I dug through my collection to see if I could find something similar. Here's the final result:

All the stamps are {ippity} except for the the text, which is Christy Tomlinson's "SHE-art print texture". The {ippity} stamps I used were A Moment in Time and My True Joy. I really like how it came out - I think I may have to try this again!

Make sure you shop Unity's sale this weekend - 40% off all stamps, including {ippity}! Make sure you click my picture to add {ippity} to your order (my pic below will take you straight to the Unity shop)!

Click here to shop at Unity!

More {ippity} suckers

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:53:00 +0000

Hello! I have to say I think spring is finally springing here in Alaska - we are finally getting temps in the 40s & 50s during the day, but the REAL meltage will start once we stay above freezing around the clock - bring it on!

On Sunday I posted a card here that uses the {ippity} itty bitty "sucks getting old", but I only used half of the suckers I had in my stash. I used the other ones on today's card. Same layout, same rainbow color scheme, but with different colors.

Make sure you come visit for Friends with Flair (Thursday PM or Friday AM)...I tried a new technique that I think I really like!

Check out this weekend's sale! Click my photo below to add {ippity} and shop your heart out!

See you soon!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Sunday Suckers

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:33:00 +0000

Hello, friends! Today's post is a quick one. :)

I used the {ippity} itty bitty "sucks getting old" and got my inspiration from Tracy's card. I actually stamped, colored and cut out the candies right after I got the set, but never got around to putting them on a card that I had in mind. When I saw Tracy's card, though, I decided that I wanted to use these candies here. I'm glad I did, because I think I like this better than the original idea I had!

Remember that Unity has another rockin' sale going on. If you want to add this or other {ippity} stamps to your order, just click my photo below to go shopping.

Have a very relaxing and blessed Sunday!

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{ippity} Chick Challenge 23: I'm sponsoring!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 05:10:00 +0000

Welcome to Chick Challenges with {ippity}! This week, I'm sponsoring the challenge, and here's what I made!

It's called a Criss Cross Pocket card. Inside the pocket is an insert (or you could put anything in it, really) where you can write your message.

The flower on the belly band is perfect for paper piecing or coloring - and what a beautiful flourish!

I love this kit, Now and Always!

Would you like to play along for a prize? Just make something using this sketch and either {ippity} or Unity stamps:

And look what you could win from me! Get in on the challenge and enter your project over at the Chick Challenges blog!

I also entered this in the Moxie Fab Paper Scraps Challenge since most of the papers on this card were sitting in my scrap tray. It runs until April 9, so you still have time to play along, too!

Make sure you check out the sale for this weekend, and just click my picture to add {ippity} to your order. Thanks for looking, and have a blessed day!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Friends With {ippity} Flair

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 03:56:00 +0000

Hello, friends! I'm getting in just under the wire for this week's Unity FWF post. Who would have expected my Spring Break to be so busy? Not me! Remember to comment on all the blogs to get in on a prize!

So this week I'll keep is short and sweet. Two dear friends of mine lost a much-loved relative, so I made sympathy cards for them. I used the same {ippity} stamps (the dragonflies from Thankful for You & the sentiment from Just Wanted to Say...), just in different ways so the two cards would be unique. The first one was regular 'ole stamping, the second uses embossed resist. Sorry about the lighting - click the picture to get a better view.

Remember that Unity is having another FABULOUS sale; make sure to click my photo to add {ippity} to your order!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Fabulous blog hop - March {ippity} release

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:00:00 +0000

It's another {ippity} release day - that means another blog hop with the {ippity} chicks! You should have arrived from Maria's blog. If not, there's a list below to help you get back on track - or start at the beginning by clicking the badge above!

I decided to keep my card simple. As soon as I saw this image, I knew I wanted to let the image take center stage! I used some distress ink on the edges just to give it a bit more dimension, and highlighted with my Sakura Stardust pen some of the "metallic" parts of the image.

Here's a close up so you can see the sparkly highlights!

You'll want to complete the WHOLE HOP for a chance at a PRIZE! Each blog will have a word that will form a quote. Collect the words, figure out the quote, then email Rona at the end of the hop. A winner will be drawn to win some {ippity} - more details will be near the end of the hop.

My word is WEATHER.

Remember, I would love to be your {ippity} chick! You can now order {ippity} straight from the Unity site - just click my picture to add {ippity} to your cart!

Below is the complete list if you get lost along the way. Thanks for hopping with us!

{ippity} blog
angie - {stampsings of the shug}
anita - anita be stampin
joan - tails in the stamp room
noelle -noelle scraps alot
barbara - {ippity} do da
jenmarie - taylor-made by jenmarie
maria - ria creations
>> cheri - the paper freak **you are here!** <<
jen - jens cup of creations
susan - paper and joy
lisa - schnauz scraps
sarah - the joys of creating
crystal - crystal's craft corner
rona - a little inspiration from rona
andrea - ippity stamps 4 you
heather f. - i heart {ippity}
{ippity} blog

Click here to shop at Unity!

FWF...Priceless

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 06:01:00 +0000

Hello, friends! Welcome to this week's Friends with Flair blog hop! Remember to leave comments all along the way to be entered for a prize from Unity! Click here to see all the blogs that are participaating!

I had a little time to experiment with my stamps, trying to CASE this card by Karen. I love how it uses the same stamp to create a positive and negative image, and I wanted to reproduce it. I'll be honest, however, white ink just doesn't like me. I either over-ink, under-ink or the stamped image isn't sharp enough...it's always SOMEthing! No problems with any other ink - just WHITE! So please pardon the oopses you see, and I would LOVE to have suggestions from you gals about technique or even a different brand of ink. This particular time, I used ColorBox white pigment ink. I've used a la Mode (yuck!) before, too.

Okay, so here are the cards - together and separate. Excuse the crooked shots. ;)

I think I may try again now that I've given it a trial run. I embossed the white flowers on the dark blue background on the last card, but not on the middle one. I think the embossing definitely makes it pop out more (but next time I have to remember to use my embossing buddy!).

All stamps are {ippity} - the flowers are from Now & Always, the sentiment from Flowers + Friends = Priceless. Get them for 30% off this weekend - just click my photo to add them to your cart!

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L.O.V.E. {ippity} blog hop

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0000

Happy {ippity} release day!! Are you hopping with the {ippity} chicks today? If so, you should have arrived from the {ippity} blog. If you didn't, just click to button above to go there.

L.O.V.E. is in the air! The chicks on this hop used something from those letters on their project, and here's what I'm using:

L = lace

O = oval

V = velvet stickers

E = embossing

I used the "Fabulous Girl" itty bitty, but here are all of them for your viewing pleasure. ;)

If you need the new (or not new!) {ippity} releases, remember you can now order them straight from the Unity site (just click my photo below to go shopping) or you can visit my {ippity} page for all the details! The new {ippity} stamps will be available at 7pm CST!

Next up on the hop is Nancy. Visit her blog Jeansinkyhugs. Thanks for hopping with us!!

{ippity} blog

angie - {stampsings of the shug}
crystal - crystal's craft corner
susan - paper and joy
lisa - schnauz scraps
sarah - the joys of creating
rona - a little inspiration from rona
maria - ria creations
anita - anita be stampin
barbara - {ippity} do da
jenmarie - taylor-made by jenmarie
rebecca - blooming pink
patricia - my crafty creations
andrea - ippity stamps 4 you
joan - tails in the stamp room
<< cheri - the paper freak >> YOU ARE HERE =D
nancy - http://jeansinkyhugs.blogspot.com/
jen - mitten's papercrafting
noelle -noelle scraps alot
sherri - sharecroppers kits
mary - mary's creative journey
jen - jens cup of creations

Click here to shop at Unity!

Today's {ippity} sneaky peek!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:49:00 +0000

Here is a peek at what is coming tomorrow at 7pm CST!

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{ippity} peek!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 +0000

How about another peek at the new stamps coming out Thursday?

Remember to get in on the blog hop Thursday to get inspiration and a chance (or more) to win some goodies!

Click here to shop at Unity!

Peek at the newest release - coming Feb. 9!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:18:00 +0000

We are getting closer to our newest {ippity} release! And take a look at one of the very cute images you will be able to get starting on Feb. 9!

Cute, huh? To celebrate the new release we're having a blog hop! Mark your calendars - there will be giveaways, too!

Click here to shop at Unity!

We're LIVE!!! New {ippity} releases for January - now order on the Unity website!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:55:00 +0000

Now that the bugs have finally been worked out at Unity's website, we are READY FOR ORDERS!!!! And in the spirit of starting anew, we have another FIRST for you.....{ippity} ITTY BITTY stamps!!! We have five of them this month...check 'em out!

Now, how's that for fabulous?!?!? There's a sale this weekend - and these cuties are included! So head over to the Unity Stamp Co.'s website and start shopping - you can just click my photo! Be sure to use this coupon code - ANG39 (all caps no spaces) - to get 39% off your ENTIRE ORDER! Don't walk...RUN! Click my photo to SHOP! ;)

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!http://unitystampco.com/ippity-chicks/default.aspx?id=116

Update to changes in {ippity}

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:53:00 +0000

Well, it has been a few days since my big announcement, and I'm afraid that the changes on Unity's website have been delayed. I know Unity is working very hard to get the changes made as soon as possible because we know that the changes will make it much easier for you to order, plus you'll get your stamps much more quickly in many cases because Unity will handle the shipping directly from their warehouse. I'm sorry it has been taking so long, but the changes ARE coming! I will post again once I have more news for you. Thank you for your patience!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!

Something FANTASTIC & NEW at {ippity}!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +0000

We are VERY EXCITED about the NEW YEAR CHANGE with {ippity} stamps by Unity!

Starting this weekend {ippity} will be available on the UNITY WEBSITE!

All you have to do is CLICK ON MY PHOTO (that's me!)...

...and BUY your favorite {ippity} stamps!

But that's not all! If you would like to add UNITY STAMPS to your order YOU CAN! :)

You can buy BOTH UNITY and {ippity} at the SAME TIME and the order will NOW SHIP from Unity.

ALSO - ANY Unity DISCOUNT CODE used in combination with your order of {ippity} WILL WORK, including Unity Kit Member 25% discount codes!!! And did I mention that there's a SALE this weekend on UNITY, including {ippity}?

These changes will end up making shipping faster, and YOU can get a better deal - gotta love that! Stay tuned for the new stamp release this weekend!!!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!

Something new with {ippity} is coming!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:46:00 +0000

Boy, oh boy! There are a whole BUNCH of fantastic things coming your way this month! Make sure you check back here tomorrow to find out what they are - you don't want to miss it!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!

Time for {ippity}!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:40:00 +0000

It's December 5th, so you know what that means.....a new {ippity} release! Check out the cuteness!

You can get all of these sets from my Etsy shop or you can email me!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!

{ippity} Thanks(giving) hop winner - claim your prize!

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 09:04:00 +0000

Hello! Sorry I'm a bit late posting the winner from the {ippity} blog hop. I was so busy trying to get my Christmas and grocery shopping done that I got a bit sidetracked. So without further ado......

Random.org chose #2...

...which means this commenter wins!

Jen W. said...

That background is gorgeous!

Thank you, and congrats, Jen W.! Please email me (billandcheri dot howard at gmail dot com) your address so I can mail your set to you!

See you all soon!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!

FWF is Joyful

noreply@blogger.com (Cheri) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Hello, again! It's Friday, and that means it's a Friends with Flair blog hop!

This week I'm sharing a card that I think will be this year's Christmas card. It's easy to make assembly-line style, and I love how graphic it is with the pop of red against an all-white background.

supplies ~ stamps: {ippity} Season of Joy; cardstock: Martha Stewart & HP; embossing folder: Cuttlebug Swiss Dots; embossing powder: Hampton Art a la mode

I embossed the sentiment and frame before die cutting, then adhered everything together. Simple!

Remember to leave comments all along the hop - a lucky commenter will win blog candy from Unity! Happy hopping!

PS ~ Do you love {ippity} stamps? Check out my {ippity} page!