Wendy Vecchi!!!

Lets see a little over a year ago I saw her work online in the 2Peas gallery, snagged her up and got her on the design team for Maya Road and what was she doing at CHA-S? Debuting her own stamp line through Stampers Anonymous called Studio 490!!!

I am so over the moon excited for her I can hardly stand it. Wendy’s stamps are large cling mounted stamps (I think there are 24 all together) and she has a really cool clear album to store them in when not in use. Oh and not only was she debuting her own stamp line, she was also doing demos for Ranger using Perfect Pearls which now I have got to start using cause they are so cool. I just needed a little jump start to get me going. Seriously they are COOL! I think I am going to have to beg her to let me come and visit for a creative weekend. I’m sure Rick can handle two crazy creative gals for one weekend.

Oh and I love how the catalog shows finished projects using Wendy’s Studio 490 stamp sets. So I had to share…. check these out. For those of us who are beginner stampers this is a wonderful jump start for ideas.

Yep my friend… I am so happy for you. Congrats. You so deserve all the wonderful things coming your way.

This issue is full of inspiration. Each and every page has some fabulous eye candy. And to think most likely at least one if not more of the scrappers featured will be a MMM ’09. It is so exciting. I must admit though I am so glad I am on this end of it this time…. I was so nervous last year.

Inside there is an article titled “Scrapper or Artist?” where this layout is featured. I believe I am both a scrapper with a little bit of artist that comes out. I like to capture the moment with photos and journaling but then have to add all the stuff to give it more personality and a better feel for what it is I am trying to document.

I really like how this layout of my grandparents turned out and feel the little vintage rhinestone button placed in the center of the flower is the icing on the cake. It is so nice to see that little sparkle of a surprise inside.

So which are you a Scrapper, Artist or Both?

Here is something I made over the weekend. I have been wanting an inspiration board for quite some time. So I used scraps of fabric I have been saving, some chicken wire found in our garage and an old frame a friend of mine gave me years ago. I plan on filling this with seam binding, ribbons, tags and other goodies to use in projects for my book. Sorry for the strange angle but this thing is big 36 x 24 and my room is small. But I think you get the idea.

Also, if you want to see some great new release items from Maya Road check out their blog. Each day Caroline and Deb will be showcasing a new product.

**Update** Alan has added all my kits to the shopping cart. Thanks for your patience. I really had no idea I would have this type of response regarding my class kits.

Below are the kits I have to offer. When you click on the name of each kit it will take you to the shopping cart. Each kit has step by step instructions and color photos which will be available for download. The prices seen are discounted prices and FYI, once these kits are sold out… they are gone!

Family Banner/Mini Album ($40)

1 – Maya Road Triangle Banner
1 – Maya Road Philadelphia – Uppercase
1 ½ Yards Maya Road Scallop Ric Rac (Chocolate Brown)
1 Yard Maya Road Velvet Ric Rac (Cream)
1 Yard Vintage Seam Binding
1 Yard Tulle (Light Blue)
1 – Dream Street Enchanted – Once Upon A Time
1 – Dream Street Enchanted – Wish Upon A Star
1 – Dream Street Enchanted – Story Time
1 – Dream Street Enchanted – Happily Ever After
1 – Cream Felt
2 – Large Vintage Cabochons (Cream)
8 – 12” Strips of Crepe Paper
1 – Embroidery Floss #543
Pom Pom Trim (white)
Additional Supplies needed to Complete this kit:
Ranger Distress Crackle Paint and Ink (Brushed Corduroy), Ranger Stickles (Platinum, Diamond), ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink (Chestnut Roan)

Stories Told by Me ($45)

Maya Road 4” Binder Book
3 – Maya Road Scrolls II (my choice)
4 – Maya Road Velvet Sparkle Blossoms
1 – Maya Road Buttons (Grass) (complete tin)
1 – Maya Road Buttons (Rain) (Complete tin)
1 – Maya Road Rubons (Border Scrolls) (complete sheet)
1 – Maya Road Rubon (Scrolls) (complete sheet)
1 – Maya Road Rubon Alphabet (Jonathan) (complete sheet)
1 Yd. Maya Road Cream Velvet Ric Rac
1 – Daisy D’s Cool Me Down 8 x 8 Pad
1 Yd. Vintage Seam Binding
1 – Vintage Cabochon Cream Pearl
1 – Strip of 10 Heidi Swapp Rhinestones
1 – Large Office Tag
2 – Small Office Tags
Vintage Glass Glitter
Additional Supplies Needed to Complete this Kit:
Ranger Acrylic Paint Dabber (Snow Cap, Silver), ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink (Chestnut Roan)

Time Flies ($40)

Maya Road 6” Circle Coaster Album
Maya Road Butterflies and Bugs (3 of each design, butterflies, snails, dragon fly, lady bug)
Maya Road Noah Chipboard Alphabet (complete tin)
1 Yard Maya Road Inspiration Flowers Ribbon
1 Yard Maya Road Inspiration Fireworks Ribbon
1 Yard Maya Road Inspiration Sunburst Ribbon
1 Yard Maya Road Sheer Butterfly Ribbon
Scenic Route Providence Line
• Cottage Street, Franklin Street, Greene Street, Mathewson Street, Richmond Street, Scrap Strip
1 – Metal Office Tag
8 – Self Adhesive Rhinestones
1 – Strip of 4 Heidi Swapp Self Adhesive Rhinestones
1 Yard – White Vintage Seam Binding
Additional Supplies Needed to Complete this Kit:
Ranger Stickles (Copper, Diamond, Icicles), Making Memories Acrylic Paint (Lemon), ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink (Chestnut Roan)

Two Sisters/Happiness is you! ($40)

Two Sisters: Supplies:
Maya Road – Jonathan Chipboard Letters (complete tin)
October Afternoon Country Fair
• Ferris Wheel
• Blue Ribbon Quilt
• Prize Pig
• Petting Zoo
5 – Rhinestones
Happiness is you! Supplies:
Maya Road Noah Chipboard Alphabet (complete tin)
Maya Road Velvet Blossoms – Air (complete tin)
Maya Road Buttons – Earth (complete tin)
Dream Street – Art Nouveau
• Inspiration
• Avant Garde
• Aesthetic
• Ornamental
• Muse
Embroidery Floss #841 (full skein)
Rhinestones (2) Large (5) Small
Additional Supplies Needed to Complete this Kit:
Ranger Stickles (Diamond), ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink (Chestnut Roan), Black & White Pens, Fiskars Cloud Scissors, Pop Dots

Our Home (Cost $25)

Maya Road Foundation Chipboard (3 of each shape)
Maya Road Rubons – Music (full sheet)
Maya Road Rubons – Jonathan (full sheet)
Maya Road Buttons – Flowers (Full tin)
Dream Street:
• Hugs-n-Kisses (Sweetheart)
• {Miss}fit (Sassy)
• {Miss}fit (Cheeky)
• {Miss}fit (Feisty)
Embroidery Floss #543
1 – Vintage Cabochon Cream Pearl
Additional Supplies Needed to Complete this Kit:
ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink (Chestnut Roan), Fiskars Cloud & Pinking Scissors, Black Pen

I just love this layout… look at these sweet little faces! This layout was sent to me from an internet friend “Leah”. My “I Savor” layout (it is out for publication so I cannot show it) was the inspiration behind her layout. I love how she used my design to showcase this 5th birthday party. Leah, I’m so flattered and really appreciate you sending me the photo. Thanks. Looks like everyone had a great time at the party.

If you have a layout, mini album, card or project that was inspired by one of my designs I would love to see it.