here's how I got started...

here's how I got started...
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011

a set a day...#2...

stop the press!!
who uploaded this???
HOW did this bigger peek show up???


oh well...
pretend you didn't see it...OK?

I'm happy to report that it's day #2!!!


presenting studio 490 brand new set #2...

this is another large set called...

evidence of art...

the tree is giant sized...
it makes a good background, inked & stamped...
just as is...

I'm wanting to clear emboss it, then ink over it...
or maybe blast it with some color wash???

this is also a good stamp to use with Ranger's watermark resist pad, to make a subtle background...

I plan to add some random flowers...
and hang words from the branches...
and don't forget the crow from yesterday's pill box...
cut him out...
add him to the tree...

I like the tree stamped partially hanging off the project too...

I want to stamp it on black, using the gold paint dabber, for a more elegant effect...
I think that would be good for a wedding or maybe a sympathy card...
(I ALWAYS have a hard time with sympathy cards...)

or...
it can be stamped then embossed with gold or silver...

"the purpose of life" saying is fun when used as the main ingredient for your art...(card front?)

I also like it stamped lightly (olive archival or maybe a distress color) with a solid image stamped (jet black archival ) & layered over it...
it then becomes the the base for a collage...

I plan to use it for thank you cards...
with the inside to read...
a handwritten...
YOU DID.

"evidence of art" can be stamped on the back of your art & it's a perfect spot for your signature...

I will be using it as the title for an art journal...
(coming soon!)...

the word "evidence" can be used alone for hidden journaling...

or on a pocket that contains EVIDENCE...
that makes sense...
(coming soon!)

"specimen B"...
I like that one used with the spider or any ODD "things" or critters...


and for sure it works with something CAGED...
or something/someone in the bottle...

the B can be used in memo pins...

it's also a perfect fit under tim's new mini book plate die...
I love it when things "work"...

and it's a good size for ATC's...

"wonderful world" just makes me smile & it's sooo true!

I KNOW...I KNOW...
you want to see the new art parts...
I think you did...see first photo...

I'm still thinking about the best way to show them...
gotta figure something out...

I don't want to show the new art part with an
un*revealed stamp...
God forbid!
or used with "someone else's NEW product"...
God forbid!

I'll get on it...
and figure something out...
soon...

but I will say that the new art parts were designed to work with our current art parts and BELIEVE ME...
I have some surprises coming...

they were sized to fit________ and ________...
and to be used with_______...

this is one HARD TO KEEP secret...
probably THE HARDEST!

THANKS so much for taking the time to comment...
I LOVE to hear your thoughts...
I'm thrilled that you like my new baby...
you make my heart happy...

now I'm off to ...

make art,
wendy
see you tomorrow for #3!

85 comments:

Stephanie said...

I really like this stamp set and all your wonderful ideas for using the tree!

salamanda said...

This tree has endless possibilities - and I love anything with a curve in it - I have an aversion to straight lines. Love the journalling too.

Helen said...

This stamp set is incredible. I love that purpose of life stamp, and the tree...... you are amazing.

scrappin-scrappin said...

Outstanding, another great stamp set!! Love that tree!!!! Can't wait to see more and those art parts!!

ellen vargo designs said...

OMG that tree is delicious... I'm picturing little mini frame charms hanging from the branches with tiny photos in them (like a family or friend tree). And if that secret is SO hard to keep... go ahead... just tell us... we won't tell.. promise! LOL... yeah right... have a good!

PattiA said...

I LOVE the tree. I also love that it inspires you with so many ideas.
This one goes right to the top of my shopping list. Well, until I see what you show us tomorrow!
Oh, I really do love the tree. I guess I'll have to buy them all!

Anonymous said...

Fab set Wendy! Am loving the idea of hanging things off the branches. Looking forward to the next reveal.
Eileen in NYC

Nancy said...

Now, see, I was being a bit facetious, saying all of my overtime $ would go to your new stamps ... I was teasing a bit .. BUT, no more! Now I'm at TWO new stamp sets I want - I need - I WILL have! And you've got 12 more to share?!?!? Oh, am I in trouble ...

pixiedust61 said...

I am loving the stamp set! It is not just gently nugding me to make it mine , but SCREAMING at me loudly to come live in my house. Thanks to that sneaky little elf who gave us a FULL size sneak peek! ;)

Lesley said...

"the purpose of life"........blummin brilliant. What a top banana idea and i'm drooling over the tree. Its the highlight of my days at the mo, waiting for your next sneek peak! Thanks Wendy.x

Kathleen said...

I'm so far behind on your sets! I have so much to catch up on! This one is beautiful.......I love it!!!!!

Dorothy said...

Could they get any better!!??

lesleyworth said...

That tree is amazing! This set is now on my wish list...along with yesterday's new set! Can't wait to see what is next!

Robin Swederske said...

I LOVE that tree! I can't wait to slap it (and all of the other stamps) on an acrylic block and start stamping! Thank you!!!

Scrapthat said...

Very nice...Really happy to see the senior Educator piece on your work too!Love the leaves!

Cim Allen said...

I love the tree, it has so many possibilities. But the words stamp on the bottom is really too cool, I could see me using that on a lot of projects. Thanks for the sneek of art parts .. I cant' wait for those sneeks :) Thanks Wendy, have a great day

michelle said...

That tree is outstanding and like no other out there! Very cool set with lots of uses!

See what I don't see anything!

Melody (lacyquilter) said...

Great set.

Unknown said...

Awesome stamp and ideas

slbt17 said...

Love the Purpose of Life saying .... love that you are giving us hints and tips on how to use everything ... maybe you can add a tip/suggestion sheet for each of your stamps to your blog?
I know your whole blog and books are full of them ....
Thanks again!
Sandra ltb

Larajc said...

I LOVE that tree, and WANT that tree!

Anonymous said...

Another amazing set and that tree is just superb, this set is definately going on my wish list - but then dont they all?! :D

Leslie said...

Oh my heart is singing! This is a must have stamp set for me!!! Thank you wendy for all the ideas for the tree!

Lori said...

A house, a house! (and leaves?)Yeah! lol! Love this stamp set too! That tree is awesome!

Lisa Somerville said...

Love the verse!

Unknown said...

LOVE th tree!!! fabulous!!!!

Art By Wanda said...

Art part leaves... yay!!! I love the tree stamp!!! Love it!!!!

Gerrie Johnnic said...

Oh my, set 2 today, luv the tree and the sayings rock!

Anonymous said...

ohhhhhhhh boy oh boy oh boy! luv the peek!!!!!!! dying for a Wendy HOUSE lol......this tree...utterly FAB! Maybe a sneak a day is all my ole heart can take...I like to savour! xo cher

sue said...

Two down 12 more to go. This so fun checking each morning to see what you will show us. Love the tree.

lois Skiathitis said...

IMHO!!! that is an elegant tree, loving the possibilities. Your art parts are always so inspiring. Love the sample. Looking forward to tomorrow. TFS!!! Wendy. :-D

diana said...

More new stamps! Thanks for the peek.

Karenliz Henderson said...

Wonderful stamp set. I love the tree!!!!

Shirley said...

LOVE this stamp set! Cannot wait to see what you have for us tomorrow.

Hels Sheridan said...

Simples... all you need to do is to whisper it to me... I won't tell a soul ROFL Hoooohoooo, your Set #2 is... WONDERFUL and I CANNOT wait to get a set for myself... that Evidence has me thinking loads of possbilities... Corrr blimey Wendy, you are excelling yourself!!!! Congrats!!!!! x

TheLastOfNine said...

The Purpose of Life is just perfect. I like.
Gloria H

Sandi M said...

The purpose of life sentiment is wonderful. I adore it! I like that tree too :)

Linda said...

Love the tree! Looking forward to seeing more!

jill said...

Just loving the evidence of art stamp set......it's a wonderful world!!!!!

nonnie said...

what a wonderful....

Marijane said...

Wendy, you have not disappointed....this set is amazing and the leafy art parts will be a "must-have." I am so excited to see the samples you've made using these stamps as your ideas sound wonderful! My favorite is the TREE...what a beauty!

SusanK said...

I absolutely LOVE what I am seeing! So many possibilities and likelihoods and distinct probabilities! Bring it on! And having things that already coordinate? Definitely a keeper!

Elaine A said...

Wendy -

What a tease you are - LOL! Love that tree, love "What a wonderful World". Love, love, love the whole set. What a sweet sneak peak too! Tease!

Elaine Allen

Unknown said...

Hi Wendy,
I really love that tree.....and I love when you give us so many possible ways to use your stamps....really gets my creative mood off and running! You are an inspiration!
Thanks,
Nancy
(from Hannah's)

octlove said...

the tree..."the purpose of life' saying...oh the possibilities...please be still my heart!!!:)

Debby said...

That tree is gorgeous! Can't wait to see some projects you have done with it. So hard to be patient! The saying is really nice too. Need some new ones for cards and such.

Kathy Eddy said...

I have got to have that tree! No ifs ands or buts.

Joyce said...

One can never have enough trees. This one is so different and has lots of possibilities. I like the words Evidence of Art too.

Linda R said...

I don't know when I've had so much fun - oh yeah the last time you put out new stamps LOL.

LOVE THIS ONE - the tree - WOWZER.

Susan said...

Another beautiful set - and I love your ideas, especially for the tree. Can't wait to see more.
Susan

Unknown said...

You're killing me with the art parts info! I'm dying to see all the new stuff!

Lynne said...

Wendy - Awesome new set - love the tree - thanks for all the "details".

LynneZ

Karla Anderson said...

My dream cam true about the petal art parts?!
I am so addicted to tree stamps, I have more tree and leaf stamps than any other so I LOVE IT!!!!
I am also excited to see you are coming back to MEmory Bound in May..YEAH!! Thanks you for making and sharing ART.

Dawnll said...

I just love this tree! Beautiful second set to reveal

HEIDI MIRELES said...

I LOVE this stamp set, and thank you for all the different ideas to go with it. Also, I am liking the BIGGER SNEEK PEAK......pretend that I didn't see it. I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE WHOLE THING. Hurry please.

Nancy D. said...

Love set #2 & all your great ideas for it!

Becky said...

Love the tree! And the swirly Art Part. Thanks for the peek!

Vic said...

Another wonderful set! TFS

Kate Burroughs said...

Oh dear, I am really liking this set too. I cannot buy them all so I know I will have to make choices. And this is only Day #2! Thanks for sharing the deets.
Aloha, Kate

Larissa Heskett said...

AWESOME!! Is all I have to say!! I can't wait to play with this set and I can't wait to see the rest of the peeks!! THANKS For sharing and have a FABULOUS DAY!! =)

Dawn said...

I want to start writing your tips down now so that when I get the stamps i can remember them. Thanks for the sneek peeks. Love your Art its beautiful!
Hugs from the beach
Dawn in SC

rhonda said...

These stamps just keep getting better and better!

Diane Swanson said...

Very nice tree! Love reading all of your ideas! They make me want to ...........MAKE ART! HAHA

Andrea - Wales, UK said...

Love the tree, and the "The purpose of life" script is gorgeous.
Please send them to the UK as soon as possible!

Andrea.xx

Dee in N.H. said...

I am in love with the tree! And I can't wait to bring it home to momma!

Julie said...

Ok, this stamp set is definitely a keeper! Cool tree!! I see places to put rhinestones at the end of the branches in those curly q's or how about a partidge in a pear tree kind of thing for Christmas. A great collection of stamps!

2amscrapper said...

another great set--the tree has endless possibilities....

Jenna said...

12 more to go?!? These are great!

Tona said...

Oooh, love that tree! I can see lots of uses for specimen B to ;)

Karen Goulet said...

The tree is very beautiful! You have produced such a wonderful world of art for us. I love this set! Thank you Wendy!

redmom said...

Oh that tree is amazing!!! And sneek peek, what sneek peek...I saw nothing! ;)

Sue said...

Wendy Lou! I really really really love this stamp set! I love it! Now I really can't wait for the new stuff to come out! Sue

Kristy Hansenwi said...

Love the new stamp set--tree is gorgeous and your ideas are inspiring. I love how you used a plant stake on the house--i have a ton of them in my garage to use on my hosta collection....I am going to check that out for the future. KSh

Vicki in MD said...

this peak is too much. I love all the tips for the tree - and that tree is over the top wonderful. Thanks for sharing!

marci said...

OK - this is so NOT fair, teasing us with all your cool ideas and we can't play along. Naughty Wendy!

linda said...

I love the tiny phrase - and i say to myself... Oh, I can imagine using this stamp over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over ...

Sherry Cheever said...

Absolutely LOVE the tree! Lots of possibilities with this set.

Dianal said...

Oh wow, I love the tree ... I can't wait until it's released ... I can think of so many great things I could make with it ... thanks for sharing

Anonymous said...

I am very excited about your upcoming releases! Keep the reveals coming.

Michelle
Chell1971@hotmail.com

Kim C. said...

I can't believe what a tease you are. I don't know how you can keep a secret so well. Thanks for another great reveal.

Angie Lentz said...

Yet another great stamp! I loove the handwritten one!!

Dawn Edwards said...

Oh Wow Day 2 is better than Day 1. I can't wait to see more.

Penci said...

I can't wait to "make art" with these new babies!!!!!

Nancy Wethington said...

Loving this set, particularly the *purpose of life* set. That font is to-die-for gorgeous!

Liz in MO said...

Oh wow, I LOVE THAT TREE!! This is a definate must have.