Hello!Happy Friday! Thank you for whooshing through the week with me as we have celebrated Stamp Spotlight Week at STAMPlorations!! It's been my absolute pleasure to be guesting along with Shery and her uber-duber talented DesignTeam!
Here is a last look at all the magnificent stamps in the new release:
Today, our spotlight is on The Bee's Knees SMALLBIRDS:
Aren't they sketchy and sensational?!
I had so much fun with them I made you not one card, not two cards, but THREE cards!
Cuttlebug e/f; SU ribbon; sediment from Fond Expressions
Challenge: Uniko Studio Challenge: Things with Wings.*
Darice fence e/f; Kaleidescope ink; SU dots; sediment from Noteworthy
Challenge: Less Is More: Things with Wings.
Challenge: Less Is More: Things with Wings.
Copper and star papers from stash; star e/f from Darice;
sediment from Noteworthy
Challenge: Mod Squad Challenge: Encouragement.
Between my cards and the terrific cards of the DT, you can see how great these stamps are to play with and how versa tile they are!
Remember, Shery is generously offering PRIZES for this Release Week! Commenting for prizes closes on April 27th and winners will be announced on the STAMPlorations blog on April 29th.
Prizes:
- FIVE (5) commenters randomly drawn from the designers' blogs will each win a $10 gift certificate.
- ONE (1) commenter randomly drawn from the STAMPlorations blog will win a $25 gift certificate
- + surprise prizes (depending on the response we get)
According to a little birdie, 5 prizes have been added, so there are now 11 prizes instead of 6 up for grabs! You can read all about it here.
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Hammy and I would like to thank Shery and the DT for allowing us to play with them this week. We really enjoyed showcasing the sensational new release! We'd also like to thank all of you for your wonderful visits and encouragement!!
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Love the cards Darnell, but I think the middle one is my fav! He's the cutest bird in the set (my opin), but I adore the multicolored stamping!
ReplyDelete3 cards - you have outdone yourself here, Darnell! They are sooo so pretty! those cute little wings you put on your first card - adorable. Cool idea to use Kaleidocolor ink on the puffin and the last card just shines!
ReplyDeleteOh, what wonderful cards. I like those cute little birdies too.
ReplyDeleteWhooshed by to say, I adore these birds. So happy you used them because I've been eyeing them (which makes my wallet shriek). The e/f's add so much texture to your cards and showcases those darling birds a lot. Happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteWow Auntie, you have rocked these birds! I love all three cards, they are so different from one another and that lets us see how versatile they are! They are sketch and fabulous!! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Such 'tweet' cards!
ReplyDeleteAll of your cards from each day are so awesome. Today's cards are just so tweet.
ReplyDeleteYou have made a wonderful showcase for these stamps Darnell and these are all great cards. I would have to shout out loud for number 2 though - it really cracks me up! He looks as though he has definitely had a night out on the tiles in all his multicolour glory!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat fun stamps! And what fun cards you made with them! So cute Darnell.
ReplyDeleteWell done, Darnell! Five days of stunning cards and today is no exception - to me you've really shown the versatility of the stamps. A fabulous collection today. Congrats on being invited to Guest designer role.
ReplyDeleteElaine
Wow Darnell you were on a roll there.
ReplyDeleteThree fab cards to finish spectacular week of blog hopping. :)
those birds are so fun!
ReplyDeleteI learnt so many things along this gorgeous blog hop from you and what a wonderful and unique creations at the Final day! I adore them all!
ReplyDeleteFabulous cards Darnell - I especially love the birdies :) And, of course, that wonderful picket fence EF ;)
ReplyDeleteHugs
Di xx
Wow. What an amazing artist you are! I love todays card and how you embossed with birds and clipped blue wings to match, how clever!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun collection of cards. My fav is the second one with the bird perched on the fench and the combo of colours. Have a fun weekend and thanks for joining Uniko
ReplyDeleteFabulous trio of cards, Darnell! I love the colour scheme on the first one, and the little birdies look cute with coordinating wings. Love the puffin perched on the fence, and how you've combined star-themed papers to match the sentiment on the third one. I love all their little beady eyes too!
ReplyDeleteYou and Hammy have been fab, fun guest designers, and it's been a pleasure to hop along with you :)
Gorgeous set of bird cards, you have done a fabulous job. I like the first one best, love the colorcombo and those cute little wings, :=D
ReplyDeleteWow! It just keeps getting better. Not only more cards but more prizes. Yahoo. Love all your cute birdies. My fav is that last one with the shiny copper.
ReplyDeleteOne cute stamp and 3 lovely cards loved all of them :)
ReplyDeleteAll three cards are lovely.
ReplyDeleteHope you've had a good day and you have a nice weekend. Sue
Lots of crafting fun! Jo x
ReplyDeleteDarnell, all of your cards are gorgeous! What a beautiful showcase of their diversity. Lovely color palettes and design on each. It's hard to choose a favorite, but I'm especially drawn to the first one.. the soothing colors, beautiful embossing, and sweet sentiment warm my heart. I love the eye detailing on each, too! Fabulous work, my dear friend! Have a wonderful day. :o)
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Karen
I am in awe - each one of these cards is just so lovely and showcases the new stamp set in such enticing ways - by that I mean it has been added to my wish list!! Your first card - I am super impressed with the ribbon you have used and I love how you added a little colorful wing to each birdie!! The second card with he bird sitting on the gate - so cool!! Love the rainbow feel to him and love that embossed gate!! The third card - WOW love the circle the bird stars in and the star embossed background at the top of the card just really sets the tone for this card!!! Awesomely done - you have been such a SUPERSTAR this week!! So fun to see!! Have a beautiful weekend!!
ReplyDeleteHow you used those beautiful stampt!
ReplyDeleteI love it !
Have à great week - end!
I am now in England to visit the grave of my sisser in law!
Tomorrow back to THE Netherlands!
Greetings Ineke
These are fabulous creations :) I can't pick a favorite :) I hope you enjoyed playing along with us ! I loved you creations. Thank you so much for guesting at STAMPlorations!
ReplyDeleteFabulous stamps and gorgeous designs, Darnell! Love the multi-coloured inking on your middle card and those sweet birds. Thanks for joining up with us at Uniko too :)
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable. I love the copper paper and his pearl eye. The middle card catches my eye because of the colors and the top card is a beautiful card and sentiment. I love the bird with the fish in his mouth in this set. Thanks for the link for paper.
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty cards, love the first one.
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous cards Darnell, those birds will be in my next shipment from Stamplorations, I love them!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are ACE!
Thanks so much
Chrissie
"Less is More"
Wow, not just a treat but a triple treat! All of the cards are fantastic, those birds are just adorable and your card designs are brilliant - as always!! Hugs, Annie xx
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE these sweet little birds! All your cards look great!
ReplyDeleteWow, Wow, and more Wow! Your 3 cards are all awesome! I don't think I can pick a favourite! You did an amazing job as GD this week - I've really enjoyed your cards! These bird stamps are so adorable! Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteWonderful group of cards. I love the embossing and the ribbon of the first card. TFS
ReplyDeleteHow have you managed three cards?!! You are just on fire! I love these three that you have done. I've just received some Stamporations stamps and a stencil and cannot wait to play :) x
ReplyDeleteGreat cards Darnell. I love each one, especially the first one. Have a great weekend my friend.
ReplyDeleteLove how you used that perfect EF on the first one with the blue wings. Fantastic colors on the second one and I LOVE that fantastic sentiment. And that copper and white with all the stars makes me starry eyed! Great job, Darnell!
ReplyDeleteBe still, my heart! Your cards are absolutely beautiful, Darnell! I love how you played with these really cute birds, your inks and embossing folders...really amazing cards!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards Darnell, love these images, so many possibilities, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteWhat a treat it was having you work your magic with this release!
ReplyDeleteA trio of wonderful cards. The first is my fave...something about the design just speaks to me!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness you have been a busy and creative lady.
ReplyDeleteThree lovely cards Darnell and the sketchy look suits the birds so well. The first with that pleated ribbon and the birds added at the bottom makes the most of the pretty embossing. The puffin sitting on the fence works well and the three toned inkpad and then the three brads to match is a great design idea. The copper mirri with the stars ef is complemented perfectly by the tiny stars at the bottom and the bird topper with the the star and complementary sentiment, a great idea. Hope you have good weekend. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab set of cards! Especially love the embossing that matches the birds with their paper pieced wings, the multi color inks!
ReplyDeleteWow, you are spoiling us... Three great makes; love the embossing and stamping combination! The second is my fav, don't know why... Hugs, Gerrina
ReplyDeleteDarnell, these are amazing. So in love with the copper stars one. I have away from the blogosphere for a while; miss seeing your great stuff!
ReplyDeleteWe are mid-move. I will be back once we are settled !
What a gorgeous trio Darnell...love these! Might have to have a spend on this set! Carol x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fine collection of birdies you have here. Love all the colours and styles. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteAll three cards are wonderful Darnell. Love them all.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Blessings
Jim
You sure have been busy, Darnell. Three very inspired birdie cards! Congratulations on your guest spot with Stamplorations, during stamp spotlight week!
ReplyDeleteThey are all so cute. I love the first one with the light blue and the birdie at the bottom. The 2nd one seems comical to me sitting on the fence happily enjoying the day and the last is beautiful with the paper you used and birdie highlight!
ReplyDeleteThis is my favorite stamp set of the new release and I love your cards, Darnell! I like the second one best.
ReplyDeleteAren't these guys totally fun!!Love that you made 3 super fun cards~
ReplyDeleteSo fun and I adore this set and all your awesome cards! Thanks for sharing each day, love it all. Thanks so much for your kind comments on my blog and visit/follow :)
ReplyDeleteI am also following you, cannot wait to see more!~kim
Your cards are all so cute and well done. It's like they were made for you! smile.
ReplyDeleteYou did a fabulous job as a guest designer this week.
Hope you have a great weekend!
Oh my - no!!! More bird stamps that I love and now need lol! Love all three of your cards Darnell but I especially have a soft spot for the second one, I have a weakness (like there's only one lol) for multi coloured ink pads, those flag thingies and die cut fence borders lol! Have a great weekend Karen x
ReplyDeleteOh these are fantastic! LOVE that bird set! ♥
ReplyDeleteCrushing over, smitten by and loving your bird cards, Darnell, which is odd (not the crushing, smitten and loving part) because I'm not a fan of bird images (I'm rather terrified of birds, actually - especially the big huge ravens here. I talk very, very nicely to them!). You, however, have changed my attitude! I'm adding these to my wish list: a set of bird cards for my bird-loving sister has been sparked! Your and STAMPlorations: perfect match!
ReplyDeleteHugs~c
These are fabulous cards, Darnell. Three works of art.
ReplyDeleteWowzer! You certainly were inspired, Darnell--love all of these! They were lucky to have you for the release!
ReplyDeleteOh what a treat, three splendid cards today!! Love the first one, those little birds are my fave in the set!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards Darnell. I am so inspired! Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteWow- wonderful cards!! Love the inspiratioN!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, what a wonderful array of cards! I just love the first one with the great embossed panel, and I especially like the way you carried a touch of blue over to the bird's wings! Great job on all of them!
ReplyDeleteLovin this design of split partially embossed panels. nice!
ReplyDeleteSuper cards, Darnell! I love that you have shown an assortment of card types, all using these little birds. You know how to show versatility!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards Darnell. Love the enbossed top of the first one.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the weekend, hugs xx
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ReplyDeleteThese are fabulous cards i love this stamp so versatile as you say. My favorite today is the copper reach for the stars card I just adore it Love and hugs Carole x
ReplyDeleteHi Darnell, I love these little birds ..... they're so tweet (sorry!) Fabulous cards too, I really like the multi-coloured stamping on the middle one ...... juat gorgeous! Have a lovely weekend hun ..... Hugs Linda xx
ReplyDeleteLovely cards! I REALLY like the sympathy one...it's a bit different & still works so nicely. They're the hardest ones to make I reckon! Thanks for the ideas:):) oh! And that copper star paper? YUUUM!!!!!
ReplyDeleteDarnell, a lovely flock of cards. These new stamps are so cute.
ReplyDeleteThese cards are so cute Dippy - just love the sketchiness of them. Can't decide which is my favourite as they are all gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteHugs.
Karendipity xxx
Such cuties, these birds! I love how you inked it up with the kaleidoscope ink!! What a fun look :)
ReplyDeleteOh, my! Love these wonderful cards with the birds with such character...sweet! I can't choose a favorite for I love them all...well done! Have a great weekend, hugs!:-)
ReplyDeleteWow, you went whole hog with that stamp set, Darnell. Each and every card shows off those birdies in a new and different way. I must say I'm loving that copper paper.
ReplyDeleteAll of your cards are just amazing!! I love the birds!! You showcased them perfectly!! Fabulous job on each one!! Have a great weekend :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
Hi Darnell,
ReplyDeletethese are so super, and what great stamps.
Love your fab designs.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
I love thesee birds and you've showcased them beautifully.
ReplyDeleteThree great cards have you created dear Darnell. The middle one is my favourite. Fabulous CAS! You have really enjoyed crafting with new toys and I have enjoyed admiring every single card. :-))
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sonja
Gorgeous cards Darnell and you've showcased those birds brilliantly. Can't pick a favourite card but love the colour combo of your Uniko card and I'm thrilled you played along in the challenge. Thanks so much. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteYour card's fabulous, Darnell and those sketchy birds are fabulous - love the kookaburra!
ReplyDeleteJust taken delivery of some Stamplorations loveliness myself and broken the seal!
Happy Saturday
Kathyk
Fabulous array of cards Darnell those sketchy birds are adorable!
ReplyDeleteVal x
Congratulations on your GD gig, and I love the cards you have been making with all those fabulous new stamp sets.
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet set of bird cards Darnell - that's a fun set of stamps!
ReplyDeleteBoth cards are so nice. I love the way you have segmented the first card and hit the edges to just differentiate them a little. I love the metallic of the second card!!
ReplyDeleteStunning cards Darnell (as usual, that's what keeps me coming back!). Love that second one in particular.
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine
Thank you so much for your visit!
ReplyDeleteI love your cards for the hop :)
Darnell, these are all gorgeous cards with the new stamp set! My fav is the first!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your best wishes and all the lovely comments!
Wish you a wonderful Sunday!
Regina*
You've really showcased those stamps beautifully this week ... Beautiful cards each and every one! Have a lovely day my friend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treat all week , you did an amazing job showcasing all these darling stamps !
ReplyDeleteGreat way to show off these sweet sketched bird stamps with so many pretty cards! Hugs!
Ooopsie! Just trying to catch up on some comments and realised I missed yours before the LIM challenge closed Darnell. thanks so much for playing along and I love how you've showcased this birdie stamp. So adorable.
ReplyDeleteSarah (Less is More)
All this are so cute! Fabulous cards. I love these little birdies xxx
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning cards Darnell! You were a perfect choice for guest designer, congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThese are sooo pretty, Darnell! Those birds are so sweet!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards in all their simplicity - love the colors and the stamps you have used:)
ReplyDeleteFantastic job creating with all the new stamps from stamplorations this week! You continue to enable me with buying more stuff so that I have an endless supply of NBUS! Thanks! ;-)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on this GD Spot, Darnell! Love these three adorable cards. The sketchy birds are so tweet ;-)
ReplyDeleteWow Darnell! Those stamps are SO SO SO CUTE!!! You know I am not a "stamper" but I could so some fun things with those. I am thinking of getting some more stamps. They really seem to help accent any creation. I love all three of your cards too! Great job! Big Hugs my friend!
ReplyDeleteJust catching up on my commenting while I have a few quiet moments. Love these birds Darnell and such a gorgeous card.
ReplyDeleteThese birds are just too cute!! You've done a stunning job with them Darnell!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI have this set and I love them. Your cards are fantastic. Lov the multicolour puffin and the copper one. Must dig out some copper. Hugz
ReplyDeleteLove the sketchy look of the stamps too. Really nice cards!
ReplyDeleteLove all your beautiful birdie offerings,Darnell. Absolutely adore the multi coloured puffin! Hugs xxx
ReplyDeleteThree more amazing cards! Sweet creations showcasing the various avian characters! Especially in love with the copper colored card!
ReplyDeleteYou soooooo rocked this DT gig!
Love all your cards, so sweet and beautiful. Thanks for taking the challenge with us at the <a href="http://modsquadchallenge.blogspot.com”>Mod Squad Challenge</a>
ReplyDeleteYou can enter all 3 if you want. As long as you are a follower you will be entered 3 times for the drawing.
I think my bird comment got on the wrong post. Just put on your big girlie panties and deal with it!!!
ReplyDeleteThose birds are too stinkin cute. I really like the toucan stamped with the kaleidoscope ink, especially against the white background. And that embossing folder is so perfect with the bird stamps. I can see why you made three cards instead of just one.
ReplyDeleteThree fabulous cards...love each one of them. You totally rock these sweet little birds!
ReplyDeleteAwesome trio of cards :) you sure have been a busy 'bird'! Thanks so much for joining in on the Uniko Studio Challenge. Hugs Bev x
ReplyDeleteVery cute cards! My favorite is the first one. Those colors and embossed panel are perfect! Thanks so much for linking up to the Uniko Studio challenge!
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