Sunday, March 14, 2010

Bling Challenge... My Results... Sparkley 'Framed' Artwork

This reminds me of this wallpaper in my Gparent's bathroom... it had the SAME pattern, but was silver, grey and pinks... I just HAD to use this paper...
I made a 'frame' out of the paper.... this stamp reminded of artwork you'd see in my Nanna and Pappa's home so I just tied the two together... I then scalloped the edges with our new punch, did my artwork on our Sparkle Paper (more 'bling'), wrapped it in Certainly Celery ribbon and our Styled Silver hardware... I adore it... Our Occasions Mini is really loaded with amazing papers, stamps and punches!!)

Getting a Photo that really shows the bling of the Micro beads I used is hard... but what I did was pocket the artwork into the scalloped paper and then using our Sticky Strip Adhesive I ran lines starting near the artwork and out... I then removed each red covering and did the next line.. until I reached the scalloped edge... after doing all four sides I dumped a batch of our Micro Beads and pushed the sticky strips into the micro beads... resulting in a 'frame' look... and sooo pretty... I first attached it to a Orchid Oppulance paper but removed it and put it on our Sparkly Paper... so the bling continues onnnn... in the cardstock and on the artwork... sooo much bling but so subtle!!
Sparkle (check), Bling (check), Spring (check), reminding me of some of my favorite memories running about my Nanna and Pappa's home (check), making my hubby say 'Wow - that does look like a frame!' (check), getting out of my funk from the past two weeks (check)... Stampin' and Havin' FUN!!! (check)... thanks LNStampers for this fun challenge!! ta taaa gang...

What Others are SAYING about Getting Crafty with Jamie

Jamie is so passionate and creative about making cards - and wants everyone else to join her in the fun! She is so encouraging and positive in her attitude, helping me along when I get frustrated - and then rejoicing with me at the finished product! I love going to her classes to get new ideas, learn techniques, and have loads of fun in the process. ~ Christine C.

Jamie has wicked awesome classes! If you don’t like a particular stamp or paper/ink color Jamie wants you to change it to suit your style! I did my sister-in-law’s entire bridal shower from invitations/thank you cards, party favors to decorations, it was quaint and whimsical! Everyone ooh’d and ahh’d! I’ve had lots of special requests for classes and Jamie delivers; she always has tasty treats and flavored coffees too ~Ashley W.

I have been attending Jamie's classes for over a year. Her ideas for cards are fresh and fun. She always tries to have several different styles of cards available, so everyone gets to make cards that fit their personal style. The techniques she shows each class can be used in many different applications. She is very patient teacher when instructing class members on how to use the Stampin Up products. ~ Carol D.

If I looked up the word sparkle in the dictionary, I would find Jamie Albanese picture there. I have had the sweet blessing of knowing Jamie and her family for over 5 years now. Every time I am with her I feel loved and inspired. When I am in one of her classes I feel my creative juices flow, as she encourages me to go outside my comfort zone. Jamie helped our girl scout troop make cards for a soldier who needed some encouragement!!! For any of you who have not been in one of Jamie's classes, please don't let another day slip by. She is a beautiful friend and she will become yours too. ~ Blessings, Karen:-)

Jamie has a great eye for style and flair, and it shows in her work. Yet she can pick up on your own individual style and makes great recommendations. I love that she is always flexible for last-minute decision maker mommies like me! So much fun to host craft events with your friends and family - that personal touch always means so much. ~ Adonna

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