August 05, 2010

Happy news!



Did you get your new stamps from PCD at midnight? I heard they were selling out quickly!

In other news, I am now on the Design Team for Firecracker Designs by Pamela!
I'm so excited because they have some really unique stamps. Not only do they have unmounted red rubber, they also have clear stamps and digital stamps too! A little something for everyone!

This is my first post using FCD stamps, and I really loved the sea shells. They were deeply etched red rubber and gave a very crisp image. I like how simple yet intricate they are. Some Copic markers helped give dimension.

I was going for a masculine card that had a nautical theme, but in the end it could be used for anyone, really.  Instead of using PP for the top half of the BG I decided to stitch lines down it with my sewing machine. I LOVE this look! With a few antique brads and some twine I called it done.


Stay tuned for some more fun stamps from FCD in the coming weeks.


This card also qualifies for the Tuesday Trigger at Moxie Fab World! This will be the first time I've ever entered anything there, so I'm super excited to be participating!

Thanks for letting me share in my exciting news with you all, you're the best blog readers ever!

42 comments:

Julia K. said...

Congratulations Dana! Very good news and good luck at your new "position" )))!!!
The card is STUNNING! And I love the seashells too! The nautical theme always reminds me about wonderful days I spent in New Jersey ))

Lindsay said...

Love this card Dana! I just love seashells and the beach. Congrats on the new DT! I can't wait to see what you do with their product!

FireCracker082 said...

I LOVE what you did with these shells Dana! The stitching was just the right touch too! Gorgeous card!

Aimes said...

HUGE congrats, Dana! That's awesome news to hear - I just know that you'll be a true asset to Firecracker Designs!
Lovin' today's card - your stitching rocks!
Hugs,
Aimes
x

Karen B. said...

Congratulations Dana! Yah! They look like fun stamps and a great fit for you. Your card is beautiful, so soft and beachy.

Ingrid Danvers said...

Congrats on the DT spot, Dana. I am really excited for you. Your card is beautiful. Love the colors and stitching.

~amy~ said...

Yahhhooooooooo Dana!!!! Excellent match on the DT! Lovely card...perfect!

Christina said...

Congratulations, Dana! A well deserved honor! Your card has such a great design! I immediately noticed the stitched lines and will have to use that idea in the future!

Rhonda said...

Congrats Dana! love the shells.

Sasya said...

wow congrats Dana!!!
your card is a stunner!! :)

Amelie said...

Congratulations,Dana!and by the way-lovely card)

B said...

Congrats Dana!!! :) And can I say, I just love the use of the stitching for texture/pattern. Fun fun fun!

Diane Jaquay said...

How COOL is this Dana, I know Pam and she is such a sweetheart!!! I love your card, and I know you'll do a tremendous job working with Pam's stamps!!

Cheryl said...

Congrats on your new DT post. I LOVE your card.

Sue Ann said...

Happy Dance for you Dana!! All this goodness in one week ....... new family member and now a new DT .... good for you!! I love the card and the stitching down the front really gives it that nautical feel!!!

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OH MY GOODNESS ....... Blogger went completely nuts on me with my post ........ that was just crazy!!!

Unknown said...

Congrats and I love this card.....

Anika said...

This is a gorgeous card! Love the stitching and those shells! Congrats on your new DT position!

Amy Kolling said...

Dana.....what a fantastic card! My favorite part is the stitching....how unique! Those shell stamps are neat! Congrats on the DT!!! Much deserved!

Alice said...

wow! your coloring on the sea shells is amazing, Dana!! love the stitching, too! gorgeous card!! congrats on your DT spot!!

Mara Campbell said...

Big Congrats Dana!!! I love your card, the blues and the shells and all the coloring details are fantastic!

Carol's Ink Spot said...

Congratulations on making another design team!!! This card is beautiful. As others have noted, the stitching really makes this card.

Jen Carter said...

Congratulations to you! I love the stitching in your card. What a great way to make a background!

Charmaine (CharmWarm) said...

Congratulations, Dana! That is AWESOME news! Can't wait to see your designs!

Monika Reeck said...

Congrats Dana this is an awesome news and love your card the stitching is perfect the color is so lovely too....love your distressing too...great take on the Photo challenge...I am joining the Tuesday Trigger too and my card is number 18, would you mind to see my Blog?Many thanks before, hugs, Monika

Nerina said...

CONGRATULATIONS on being chosen for the DT! That is so awesome! I love your card - the stitching really reminds me (subtly) of beadboard. I think it is *totally* brilliant!!

IamDerby said...

Congrats Dana! I love your card, very soothing.

Shelly Schmidt said...

Loved your card- great color- and welcome to the FCD DT!

Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking Editor said...

Hey Dana! What a beautiful approach to this week's Tuesday Trigger in the Moxie Fab World! Thanks so much for playing along! :)

Diane Jaquay said...

CONGRATULATIONS Dana :) :) :)

Silke Ledlow said...

Dana, CONGRATS on your new design gig and for being chosen for the Trigger Tuesday...way to go!!! Hugs ~S~

Кудрявая said...

Very unusual and very beautiful postcard ...