Today I want to introduce you to my friend Sparkle Smith of Sparkle Creations. She's a Copic extraordinaire and her cards are always so pretty and sparkly! :) She also recently started her own rubber stamp store Sparkle Creations Rubber Stamps . She's here to share what inspires her creatively and her must-haves for creating. Of course, she's also issuing a challenge...with an amazing prize (did I not mention she has a store??) for one lucky person! You have to read on to find out more! ;)
But first, let's have a look at some of her stunning creations!
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What inspires me creatively?
My true passion started with interior design. I love matching furniture together and I love mixing patterns. I get most of my inspiration from just looking at things all around me. Books, clothes, pictures, other people's blogs, etc. I carry around a little notebook and if I see something that inspires me, I jot down color combinations. Being a former Close To My Heart consultant, I tend to label the world in those colors. :)
My Local Scene
I'm lucky to live in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, as there are many local stamp companies that were founded here in the Seattle area. A few of those are A Muse, Ellen Hudson, Savvy Stamps, Impress Rubber Stamps, There She Goes, and of course my own company, Sparkle Creations Rubber Stamps.
My Must Haves
Stickles - With a name like Sparkle, you can't get away from the glitter!
Copics
Prima Flowers
Rhinestones
Buttons
Glue Dots
Sewing Machine
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So what's the challenge? Sparkle would like you to create a project inspired by your dream vacation. Here's her take on the challenge...
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Isn't that a delightful stamp? This stamp isn't even for sale yet. It's a new release! So, get cracking and link up your creations in the comments section of this post. The deadline is August 24! :)
As always, please leave a little love for my guest! Thanks! :)
wow!.. love her creations!.. I am soo in! :))
ReplyDeleteHi Yvonne! Stunning indeed; but I was already astounded with yours...
ReplyDeleteBlogtrotter Two is back to the sea... ;). Make the most of it and have a spectacular week ahead!
Those are some amazing creations indeed! So good to get to know someone better in this kind of fashion.
ReplyDeleteSparkle is truly a Copic extraordinaire! I'm always amazed at her talent!
ReplyDeleteI think this may be my favorite Sparkle card yet! So cute with the sewing and stickers and her coloring! Great challenge! And what a cute stamp!
ReplyDeleteWow, Sparkle's bright n happy cards are lovely, thanks for sharing Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteHere's my take on the challenge.
Hugs,
Juhi
Thanks for sharing this is one happy card!
ReplyDeleteHi Sparkle, your cards are awesome and those stamps are so beautiful!Great challenge!
ReplyDeleteWow!! Sparkle's all the creations are super fun.. I Love all those bright colors.. I know what i want to make for my dream vacation, :D will create something on coming weekend.
ReplyDeletesparkle, your cards are beautiful!love the happy colors and the cute stamps!
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely stuffs! You r so talented :)
ReplyDeletewow Sparkle....your cards are simply beautiful and interesting...very creative...!!! love them all....xx
ReplyDeletehmmm should i join the fun???...xx
hey Sparkle... this is such an adorable creation... love it...
ReplyDeleteHi Sparkle, your work truly sparkles! LOVE IT!!!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Lovin' the sneak peek at the new Chloe!
ReplyDeletelove Sparkle, love the card, loved the challenge!! :) My entry is right here Thanks for a chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love to go on a wild animal safari some day - Here is my card:
ReplyDeletehttp://myscrappyspot.blogspot.com/2010/08/its-jungle-out-there.html
Whew....I made the deadline:)
ReplyDeletehttp://tsurutadesigns.blogspot.com/2010/08/happy-wednesday-on-tuesday.html
Who doesn't love a tropical beach vacation??!!