Hello Friends
I feel so thrilled and honoured to have been asked by Wendy Vecchi and Ranger Ink to try out some of Wendy's latest release of products including Wendy's Make Art Stamp/Die/Stencil - Country Flower set. Thank you again, to Wendy and to Ranger Ink for giving me this opportunity!
I have been down and a little subdued this week due to the death of a lovely friend and neighbour but I sat down yesterday and created one of my favourite things, a journal.
The gorgeous flowers on the front are from Wendy's new Make Art Stamp/Die/Stencil set called Country Flowers. They remind me of blue Cornflowers.
In the UK, Wendy's new releases are available to pre-order from Art From the Heart (I am not on commission!).
In the UK, Wendy's new releases are available to pre-order from Art From the Heart (I am not on commission!).
This is the contents of the beautiful parcel I received. It includes Wendy's new stamp/die/stencil sets, her new Washi Tape range and new colours of Wendy's Make Art Blendable Dye Inks.
After die cutting the journal (Eileen Hull's Wrapped Journal with the flap cut off), I stamped and embossed one of Wendy's older background stamp sets (Script WVBG022) to the front and back.
The thing I love about Wendy's new stamp set is that it has a stamp for the image, and another one to add colour to the image and then a die set to cut the flower (and leaves) out. So quick and easy and such a reasonable price £14.99 in the UK (and $14.99 US) for the set! I also love the way the stamps take the inks, (both archival and dye inks) and they stamp with just a tiny amount of pressure (great for those of us who have dexterity issues!).
Here is a view of the completed cover, you can see that I added some stencilling, using part of the stencil that comes in the set.
I added two pockets to the inside of the journal. The left hand side was decorated with some of Wendy's gorgeous Washi tape. The pocket on the right hand side was stencilled, again, with the stencil that comes with the set.
I created three signatures for the inside of my journal, again using stamps, dies and stencils from the set and I incorporated some Washi tape too.
Finally, here is a view of the completed journal.
I will have a few more projects to share over the next couple of weeks, using Wendy's products, I hope you will visit to see them. Do check out Wendy's blog HERE to see more of her new release.
On Monday and Tuesday next week I will be attending Stitches (the UK's much smaller version of Creativation) with my dear friends Kath and Enfys, and we are meeting up with other friends, Zoe and Kaz, and no doubt lots of others, to discuss all things crafty. I am really looking forward to it.
Have a lovely weekend and I will have another post to share on Monday for That's Crafty.
Hugs, Anne xx
What a beautiful sight to see first thing on a Saturday morning. I have not seen Wendy's new releases but you are making me need them already Anne. I adore the large flower, so handy to have the inner as well as the outer stamps both within that set. They embellish your fabulous journal so beautifully.
ReplyDeleteI hope your creative day has helped take away some of the sadness of recent events.
Sending (((Hugs))) & creativity your way this weekend Tracey xx
P.S and you got those Fish and chips :))
Oh my this is just delightful Anne, I love the striking contrast of the black, white and pretty blue and those flowers make the perfect focal image. The signatures look superb inside with the gorgeous colours all matched to the washi tape. A beautiful journal.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear the news of your friend and sad that I won’t see you at Stitches. Nikki and I are going Sunday.
Take care and huge hugs xxx
What a lovely journal Anne! The flowers look wonderful on the black! The signatures you added are beautiful too!So sorry to read of the loss of your friend! Hugs,Chrisx
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Anne. Your journals are always so eye catching and this is another one from your heart. The black cover stamped with the script is a striking background to show those exquisite flowers. You are an amazing woman and always make me appreciate having you as a friend.
ReplyDeleteAnne you create the most fabulous journals and use such wonderfully contrasting colours. I absolutely adore the subtle blue flowers on the black cover. You have really showcased those products fabulously. I am sorry to hear that you have lost a dear friend. Sending much love and hugs. Jennie x
ReplyDeleteAnne this is gorgoeus ... I love the soft blue shades on the black, so pretty. Can I just ask you .... what do you cut your journals from and where do you get it. I've tried all sorts and can't find anything I like.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your friend .... sending hugs. Have a lovely time at Stitches xx
Gorge;us Anne, I also love the contrast of the black and blue flowers and the freshmess of the pages inside. I also love the contrast of the stencilling too, it really pops against the backdrop. I am so sorry to hear about your friend Anne, sending you big hugs. ❤️❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful sight to see on this rainy Saturday morning! As always, you have created a lovely journal! I love the soft colors of the 'cornflowers' against the black and white background on the cover and your gorgeous details on the inside. The colors of Wendy's Blendable inks are so vibrant and you have showcased them and her other new projects brilliantly here! I do hope the time spent creating will ease some of the sorrow you are feeling for your friend. Prayers and hugs...enjoy Stitches and your meet up with friends!
ReplyDeleteA truly beautiful journal - love the gorgeous flowers against the black journal with the fab embossing! Such a lovely parcel you received to create with - I look forward to seeing what else you make. I know each project will be wonderful! I am so sorry about your friend and send you all my love and lots of hugs my friend. I hope you have a brilliant time at Stitches - meeting up with your friends will lift your spirits I am sure. Big hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxx
ReplyDeleteWonderful, love the black with the white text, and the colour of the flowers and leaves. I never know what to do with washi tape.....thanks for ideas!! You are so inspirational. A big hug, and enjoy yourself at Stitches. Axx
ReplyDeleteAnne, I'm so sorry about the loss of your friend. Sending hugs and prayers your way. Crafting does help with the sorrow. Your journal is absolutely amazing!! I love how those gorgeous flowers pop against the black!! The inside is spectacular!! You make the most incredible journals, my friend!! I'm in awe!! Love, love this!! Thinking of you and sending comforting hugs your way.
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Beautiful journal.....So sorry about the loss of your friend.....Sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely wonderful journal Anne!! You lucky lady (and so well deserved) to receive those goodies! You used them brilliantly here, and in addition to the journal itself, I love the pockets!! It really looks a super set!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the loss of your neighbour... But at least you have Stitches to look forward to,(and with Kath there, no doubt a lot of laughs)... have a super time there and say hi from me to anyone I might know... xxx
I fell in love with this instantly! I LOVE that you have already put the new stamps to use...jealous too. I need more time. LOVE the white stamping and stenciling on the cover...my favorite script stamp ever...and love the layered flowers. Just gorgeous, and the inside is wonderful too.
ReplyDeleteYour journal is absolutley fab! Anne . The black and white stenciled covers make your delicately coloured florals really pop. As always with your journals you have treated us to even more fabulousness on the inside too.
ReplyDeleteYou have showcased Wendys/ Rangers products superbly and so pleased you were asked :) .
Sorry to hear of the passing of your lovely friend and neighbour. Sending hugs x
Gorgeous journal Anne! The black and that blue together are perfect. Loving the inside too. Happy creative week, Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteI was so happy to see you receive a box from Ranger and knew you would amaze me with your creative ideas. This flower cluster looks amazing! Another great little journal. <3 Hugs, Autumn
ReplyDeleteAh, you make it sound like you just whipped this up on an afternoon, Annie! It's exquisite in every way! I'm glad you were able to engross yourself in this wonderful project to distract from your sadness. Have an amazing time with your friends at your crafty get-together!! Love and hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear of the loss of your friend and neighbour Anne. Sending love and hugs and hoping your visit to Stitches will help to ease your sorrow a little.
ReplyDeleteWowsers!! This journal is stunning!! You are a master at creating the most awesome journal covers! I love the black with the white embossing .. so dramatic. Then, you add those beautifully stamped and coloured flowers, and it becomes spectacular!! Love the inside as well! Simply divine!! Have a wonderful time at the craft fair. hugs xx
I am sorry to hear about the death of your friend Anne -
ReplyDeleteYou are indeed the queen of journals and this one is fantastic!! I really don't understand how you get so much accomplished. And the room to house all of your craft supplies -
Sandy xx
Absolutely stunning journal Anne - you have done the products proud. So sorry to hear about your friend...sending hugs xx
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely gorgeous piece of art Anne, every element is just perfect! I've not seen these new Wendy V stamps, but they are so pretty. I'm sorry to hear about your friend, hugs from me too xx
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