The Stampsmith Challenge

Saturday, June 1, 2013

TSC43:Altered Boxes, Bags and Books - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

Thank you to everyone who played along with our very first Tic Tac Toe challenge theme in May. We were thrilled to see your work and welcome some new players! Here are just a couple of the stunning highlights. Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

Toni

Kati

Congratulations to Sue at Stamping Sue's Blog who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar). Here's Sue's project for a closer look!

Sue

And now for Challenge #43:

Altered Boxes, Bags and Books - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

This month's theme was selected by none other than our very first guest artist, Paula Tidman! (Be on the lookout for Paula's beautiful work on the Stampsmith Designer's Blog during June, July and August!) Paula would like to see us altering boxes, bags and books to give them a second lease on life with a creative twist! We hope you'll invite a friend or two to play along for your chance to win $21 toward your choice of Stampsmith stamps!

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

TSC42: Tic Tac Toe Challenge - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp - Plus An Announcement

We have thoroughly enjoyed your black and white projects with a splash of color! Here is a closer look at just a couple of your gorgeous projects! Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

Rosie

Barbara Washington

Congratulations to Darlene at Dar's Blog who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar).

Darlene

And now for Challenge #42:
Tic Tac Toe - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp - Plus an Announcement!!

In March, we asked for challenge theme suggestions and you sure came through!! This month we feature our first Tic Tac Toe challenge as suggested by Alison! Thank you, Alison! To play along, just choose any straight line across our Tic Tac Toe board, below. Then create your project using the three items along your straight line! We hope you'll invite a friend or two to play along for your chance to win $21 toward your choice of Stampsmith stamps!

And before we reveal our Design Team inspiration for this project, we would like to congratulate Paula Tidman (aka Ephemera) on being selected as our very first Guest Designer! Paula will be sharing her gorgeous projects with us throughout June, July and August! We know you will be as inspired by her work as we are!

Speaking of inspiration.... the design team has shared some wonderful projects to get you started with this month's Tic Tac Toe challenge!

Monday, April 1, 2013

TSC41:Black, White and A Splash Of Color - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

Thank you to everyone who submitted projects and theme ideas to this month's end of winter challenge! Since we have just a few delicious entries for our Spring theme, we are able to highlight one brilliant aspect of each wonderful project! Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

The layering of paper, stamp, doily, image and beautiful flowers creates a real depth of interest.

Criss-crossing sheer ribbon adds a unique backdrop for the gorgeous rolled flowers.

Watercolor pencils add cheerful colors to the darling photo-realistic stamped image.

A tied roll of paper adds an unexpected dimension and drama to this dreamy decor.

Congratulations to Marilyn at Crafts And Beyond who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar).

Thank you to Alison who left a theme suggestion for a Tic Tack Toe Challenge. Great idea - we've never done one here before! Please contact Valerie with your snail mail address so she can send you a wee bit-o-love (her link is in the sidebar).

And now for Challenge #41:
Black, White and A Splash Of Color - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

Barbara Washington made the first theme suggestion of Black and White with a Splash of Color in the comments last month, so we ran with it! Thank you, Barbara! :) We hope you'll invite a friend and play along for your chance to win $21 toward your choice of Stampsmith stamps!

Our fabulous designers have been splashing each other with color already! LOL! Here are their wonderful creations for inspiration to get you started this month!

Friday, March 1, 2013

TSC40:Spring Flowers and Colors - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

We can't get over the beautiful creations inspired by our February photo! You've proven - yet again - that your creativity knows no bounds! Here is a closer look at just a couple of your gorgeous projects! Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

Marilyn M.

Maria

Congratulations to Julia at Craft Room Stamper who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar).

Julia

And now for Challenge #40:
Spring Flowers and Colors - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp ... Plus a Bonus!!

Maybe we're rushing it, but we see signs of Spring all around and we want to celebrate - NOW! This month we challenge you to use Spring flowers and colors as your inspiration. Of course that's just a starting point - let's see where it leads you! We hope you'll invite a friend and play along for your chance to win $21 toward your choice of Stampsmith stamps!

We would also like to hear about your favorite types of challenges (color, shape, photo, sketch, theme, etc.) and your specific theme suggestions for upcoming months. Every comment giving us feedback will earn an entry in our draw for a little mystery gift from Valerie!!

The designers have been busy celebrating Spring behind the scenes and we finally get to share their gorgeous creations with you! Are there signs of Spring in your yard?? :)

Friday, February 1, 2013

TSC39:Photo Inspiration - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

- Ruby Slippers
From The Wizard of Oz Stamps

Ok, we call "No fair!" LOL! Once again, you've made it nearly impossible to choose which projects to highlight! Each and every one of your creations is absolutely stunning! Here is a closer look at a few of your beautiful recycling projects. Your creativity truly is unending! Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

Annie G

Julia

Congratulations to Barbara Washington at Magic Delights who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar).

Barbara Washington

We would also like to thank each of you who entered your beautiful submissions for the Guest Designer call. We will be reviewing all of the entries over the coming weeks!!

And now for Challenge #39:

Photo Inspiration - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp

We have a fun new challenge theme this month! We would like to see you use the following picture as creative inspiration for your project this month. Use any aspect of this photo to guide your composition using any Stampsmith image.

The designers have provided their beautiful interpretations below! We hope that you will invite a friend and play along for your chance to win a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith store!

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

TSC38:Recycle Reuse - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp & Guest Designer Call

Happy New Year!

Thank you to everyone who played along with our Handmade Holiday challenge theme in December. We are sure the recipients of your beautiful gifts were overjoyed! Here are just a couple of the stunning highlights. Ladies, if you would like our special 'featured' badge for your blog, please contact Valerie (her link is in the sidebar).

Susi Froebelsternchen

Paula Tidman

Congratulations to Shirley at Shirl's Cards who has been drawn as this month's winner of a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith Store! Please contact Valerie for all of the details (her link is in the sidebar).

Shirley

And now for Challenge #38:
Recycle/Reuse - Using At Least One Stampsmith Stamp & Guest Designer Call

It's a brand new year and we are considering Guest Designer spots for 2013!! If being a Guest Stampsmith Designer interests you, please add TSCGD after your picture's TITLE in the Linky Tool when you link up your project.

During January, we're asking you to get creative with turning found objects into works of art. We're excited to see what items will receive a makeover! Throw abandon to the wind and see what old or tired objects can get a new lease on life!! The designers have more beautiful inspiration waiting for you below! We hope that you will invite a friend and play along for your chance to win a $21 gift certificate to The Stampsmith store!