Bugaboo Stamps & Catch the Bug: 03/27/2010

FINALLY!!!

GEEZ LOUISE, I didn't thing that this day was EVAH-EVAH going to get here!!!

If you're making the rounds of the Bugaboo Stamps DT for the color challenges this morning, then you've probably arrived here from Tanya's blog, - She does fabulous work, huh?

If you've got game, make and post a project - using the colors coral, kiwi, and banana - to Catch the Bug by 04/03/2010 at 7:00 AM EST. You could win one of three prizes - seven, four, or two free digital images - just for uploading your card to our challenge blog.

PS. YES, I DO consider orange to be coral-ly-ish. . .;)

But enough about what I think. . .Let's talk about someone else for a change. Oh, I don't know. . .someone like . . .

JODI C.
You guessed it! :D We're thrilled to announce that Jodi's agreed to bring her talent, her creativity, and her passion for paper crafting to Bugaboo Stamps and Catch the Bug! She'll be joining the DT effective 04/01/2010, and we can't wait for you to see all of the wonderful things that she has in store! If you want a sneaky-peeky poo, check out her blog, Reflectionz in Paper & Ink - Some of my favorite projects are here, here, and here. And, if you want to know a little bit more about her, read below:

ME: What Do you like best about Bugaboo Stamps?
JODI: I love the variety they offer. That I can get a cute little girl or bird, or a very funny sentiment with a great image. We all need some laughter once in a while.

ME: How would you describe your style?
JODI: I don't really think I have a style. I usually decide on the style after I pick my stamp and colors and/or paper.

ME: What craft supply could you not live without?
JODI: Besides stamps, I couldn't live without my die cuts. I have Spellbinders and Quickutz and use them all the time. Next would be my punches....love those too!!!

ME: What are 3 words that describe you best?
JODI: Mom (I LOVE that one....my incredible dream come true). Loyal. Stubborn (I'm not always proud of this one.....but it can be a good thing sometimes)

ME: What is the best advice you can give someone that wants to be on a Design Team?
JODI: Keep on trying, and don't be discouraged if you are not chosen right away. If that is a goal you have set, continue to apply to teams you are interested in. I believe that eventually you will find the right match.

When you've finished here, off you go to Scrappy's blog and whatever news she might have for you there. . .;) In fact, why don't you visit all the blogs of the Bugaboo Stamps DT, see what's (or who's) new there, jot it down, and send it in an e-mail to tsmiller@insightbb.com (Put "Blog DT Members" in the Subject line.). If you'll do that, we'll add your name to the pot for an additional prize drawing!!!

Bugaboo Stamps: Critter Balloons | Elephant

I think it quite possible that I'll pass out in anticipation of tomorrow's events!!!

In the meantime, check out the latest Freebie Friday images at Bugaboo Stamps. If they're not there yet, keep checking back!!! You've got until Thursday, 04/01/2010, to download them. And, while you're at it, stop by our challenge blog, Catch the Bug, for more DT projects using these absolutely fabulous images.

PS. If anybody out there in in the blogiverse (or whatever it's bleedin' called) can tell me how to crop pictures, I'd be most appreciative. . .:D

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Bazzill card stock, Doodlebug designer paper, Copic markers, Liquid Applique, Queen & Company embellishments, computer-generated sentiment.

Bugaboo Stamps: JJ Hobbies | Painting & Dinos | Dino Tall

I think Thursdays are my favorite day of the week. . .It must be a habit left over from my university days. I always tried to schedule my classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so I could have long weekends to PAR. . .I mean, study, go to church, and work at my local food pantry. . .;)

Moving along. . .this week's Oldie, but Goody cards for Bugaboo Stamps and our challenge blog, Catch the Bug.

PS. Didja' check out the boots on JJ above. . .Is she going to a BDSM club after her art show or freakin' what?!?!?

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Papertrey Ink card stock, The Paper Studio designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, Sakura Glaze pens, ??? embellishments, computer-generated sentiment.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Archiver's card stock, The Paper Studio designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, Making Memories embellishments, computer-generated sentiment.

Bugaboo Stamps: Puppy Love | Heart String & Baby Mice | Hug Me & JJ Pregnancy | Hospital

Just killing time until Bugaboo Stamps' announcement of our new DT on 03/27/010. Yes, I know who's on it. . .No, I'm not going to tell you in advance. . .;)

Instead of sitting there wondering, why don't you go check out Audrey's blog for this week's Tutorial Wednesday for our challenge blog, Catch the Bug. It's a tutorial on how to make a tissue paper background.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Archiver's card stock, Gin-X designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, computer-generated sentiment, ??? embellishments.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Stampin' Up! designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, ??? embellishments, Jen del Muro sketch.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Archiver's card stock, KI Memories designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, Sakura Glaze pen, computer-generated sentiment, The Paper Studio embellishments, Jen del Muro sketch

Bugaboo Stamps: Stella Tidbits | Voices & Gus Easter | Hiding Eggs

Stella and Gus are back for New Release Tuesday at Bugaboo Stamps and our challenge blog Catch the Bug! Jodie's heard you guys & gals LOUD and CLEAR. .;) Just wait until you see what else we've got in the store for you in the coming weeks. . .;)

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, PaperTrey Ink card stock, Cosmo Cricket designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, Sakura Glaze pen, Stampin' Up! embellishments.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, PaperTrey Ink card stock, Li'l Davis designer paper, Paper Salon designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, Liquid Applique, Making Memories embellishments, Basic Grey embellishments.

Bugaboo Stamps: Sock Monkey Girl | Love

Just another Manic Monday. . .(sigh)

Why I Work: A Short Essay

I like to craft.

The End.

I created the following yet again for my fellow DT member Michele's Digtial Card Swap on SCS. This was supposed to be Fancy Folds/Techniques/Shapes Card, but I saw "gift card holder" in the instructions and thought that I *might* be able to squeeze one of these babies in since Michele loves the Sock Monkey Girl images from Bugaboo Stamps and I actually purchased the May Arts ribbon from her. . .;)  I wanted to embellish them a bit more, but if you're carrying this around in your purse less is probably waaaaay more. . .;)

And speaking of ABaCs, get inspired by Jacki's animal cracker box for this week's ABaC Monday at Catch the Bug. It's an absolutely fabulous gift box or party favor for a child (or adult who loves animal crackers. . .like me!).

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Jenni Bowlin designer paper, Copic markers, Prismacolor markers, May Arts ribbon.

The Crafty Hos: Sketch Challenge

The Crafty Hos are back with at sketch challenge this week that was created by our own ho, Scrappy! Y'all already know that sketch challenges are my most FAVORITE kind of challenge! And, y'all should DEFINITELY know that Bugaboo Stamps are my favorite images. . .:D

PS. You can download your own birthday clown for free here.

Supplies: Bugaboo Stamps image, Stampin' Up! card stock, Archiver's card stock, ProvoCraft designer paper, Liquid Applique, American Crafts ribbon, Basic Grey embellishments, computer-generated sentiment. The Crafty Hos sketch.