the fact that...
FINALLY...
Blogger let me in...
phew...
I couldn't log in for 5 LONG days...
couldn't leave comments on other blogs...
couldn't blog here either...
makes me wonder how we ever survived without social media...
anyway...
get ready...
ALL CAPS...
yep...I'm YELLING...
NEW ART PARTS HAVE ENTERED THE BUILDING...
and they are now residing on the dining room table...
I'm over the moon excited to have them here...
it's one thing for me to design them...
and see them on the computer screen...
or to print them out...
but holding the real deal is always a cool exciting surprise when they arrive...
right now there will be 12 new art parts packages...
it's possible there may be 14...
but those other 2 might be saved for January???
real peeks will start around the first of July...
so only a month away...
I got 3 new art parts projects done over the weekend for book #5...
and the instructions/supply list all written...YIPPEE!
if you like art parts...
you'll flippin flip when you see these new babies...
I did...
Rick did too!
so...
I suppose if you get the magnifying glass, you might be able to see some in the photo above...
but I hope not...
NOW...
my bags are packed...
I'm ready to go...
headed to Dallas, Texas this afternoon...
I'll be @ the GASC all weekend...
this is my first time & the word on the street is that it is AWESOME & HUGE...
well...it IS in TEXAS you know!
if you're planning to attend...
I'll TWEET a secret word (on Twitter)...
be the first to come to the booth...
say the secret word...
and you'll win a prize!
if you're not signed up for Twitter it's fun & simple...
you can follow me @wendyvecchi
I had major studio time this past weekend & got to really PLAY with Ranger's new archival inks...
my new favorite combo is vermillion, stamped over tim's wild honey distress stain...
LOVE it lots!
and speaking of tim's distress stains...
I have a set of all 12 distress stains to give to a lucky blog friend...
compliments of RANGER...
a comment will be your entry ticket...
the winner will be chosen next Tuesday...
that's June 7th @ 7am...my time...
just leave a comment for your chance to win...
let's celebrate summer...
and being blog friends...
and the fact that we LOVE to...
make art!
wendy
ps...see y'all next week...
just practicing for Texas...
168 comments:
good to see you back, we've all had problems over the past week which is really frustrating, looking forward to seeing the new art parts
I just added you on twitter. I am so excited to see what you have come up with.
Sure have missed your daily post. Thought you were very busy. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us with your new book and art parts. Keep making art.
So very excited and really looking forward to seeing the new art parts and getting creative with your lovely products!!
Hope you're having a wonderful week...
Emma x
I've been following you both here and on twitter for some time now...cause I love your ART! Thanks for the giveaway!
What a loverly giveaway - and yeah for summer, art, fun and mr blogger behaving himself! Thanks x
Fun fun...cant wait to see new goodies.
Ooooh, Distress Stains! Can't wait for new Art Parts! Have fun in Texas! =)
I just love your blog! All the inspiration is just that so inspiring! Thanks Wendy!
Blogger sure knows how to push our buttons! Have been having the same issues for weeks, and it's getting old quick. Glad you are back up and running, though! And what a delightful giveaway - you and Ranger are always so generous! Thanks for the chance at these new stains! And let's fire up those grills because summer has finally arrived! Woohoo!
That must have been AWFUL not to be able to blog or comment!! Glad you're back now, and I'm ready to see how you use your new art parts! Thanks for the chance to win some neat stuff.
Good to see you back, blogger was a real pain. I tried hard as hard to see what was on your - very lovely - table - but you were too clever for us!! Have fun in Texas and hope to catch up soon. Hmm distress stains - yum!! Don't have them all - so here's hoping!
Thank goodness blogger is behaving now! Can't wait to see some more of your AWESOME ART!!!! Thanks for a chance to win some of Tim's goodies.
Even enlarged the picture doesn't show! Curiously waiting.
We have missed you and your amazing creations! Thank you so much for the chance to win these goodies!
More art parts!!!! YiPpEeEEEE! And I'm glad you were able to blog today...i was missin' you!!
Have a safe trip.
Can't wait to see your new Art Parts!! I can't wait to celebrate summer! Here's hoping it arrives soon here! :)
have fun and make art in Texas!! =)
thanks for the chance!! =)
hugs, SannaS
Oh how exciting. Can't wait to see them. And I would LOVE to own some distress stains.
Can not wait to see all the new goodies you created!
Have a great time in Dallas (don't forget your sunscreen) it's HOT HOT HOT in Texas these days. Be safe traveling!
Thank you for the chance to win distress stains
got my magnifying glass, even my telescopic lens... but no luck, it doesn't show. So to keep my busy 'till July, i'll try that archival and distress combination! Have creative fun in Texas!
Just found out I'm going to CHA this summer and hope to celebrate by seeing you there!!! YAHOOO! Lets make ART! Your friend in Madison.
I'm ready for summer, the weather not so much! LOL Have a great trip.
I have been having trouble with blogger for weeks now - my comments have to go as anonymous to make them send. I can't wait to get a better peek at the new Art Parts and to start seeing new Archical ink colors in the stores. (What do you know... Blogger worked with my google account today! yea!)
Love it when a machine/application work the way they're designed but it's super maddening when they don't! I was about ready to drive up and see if you were okay! lol I HAVE to have the new archival inks!!! Love the other colors and use them often...Cobalt, Plum, Maroon...not just Sepia, Coffee, Olive and Jet Black. Yum to them all! Have tons of fun down in TX and stay cool!!! Like you aren't already! :)
Can't wait for the new Art Parts, Wohoooo :)))
Hug Marleen
I have loved all the other art parts releases, can't wait to see what is in the 12 or 14 new packages!!! Should be awesome and can't wait for the reveals. Of course that means new stamp sets too. Whoopee!!
Aloha, Kate
omg, more art parts, i cant wait but im still catching up on playing with all the recent releases. but there can never be enuf art parts! anika x
Hi Wendy
Missed your posts lately. But I can't wait to see what you get to create.
And those stains.... yeah!
Greets
Wendy
I can't wait to see your new arts parts...I'm anxiously awaiting arrival of my first ever arts parts...I have a feeling I've found a new addiction!!!
can't wait to see what is coming! thanks for the giveaway and all the inspiration! :D
Excited to see your new Art Parts! Have fun at GASC and thanks for the chance to win!
I can't wait to see the new art parts!
Blogger has been a nasty creature for us all. I was able to post but leaving comments on other blogs was a challenge. And...the nerve! Blogger kept eating up the comments other people left on my blog!
Anyway, glad you're back, and hope you have a great time in Texas, and that it is not too hot.
Can't wait to see all the new Art Parts & you @ CHA! Have a safe trip and check out all the big hair while you are there!
Blessings,
Bunny Vance
http://bunnyrunswithscissors.blogspot.com/
Ha! Blogger has me blocked on one of my computers, but thankfully, I am now in the running! Glad to see you back! I love new release season!!!!!
It's amazing how tied we are to our social networks...glad to see you're back!
I can't wait for the reveals to start coming, 1 month seems so far away!!
Yay! Glad you finally got back on! Thanks for a chance to win those delish stains!
Blogger has been absolutely the worst lately! You're such a tease though. Can't wait to see and hold the new art parts. Count me in for the Distress Stains!
Mary
www.primitiveseasons.blogspot.com
Thanks for being so generous with the stains.
Oh wanted to make that road trip to Dallas -- it's just a few short hours -- like 12 but what's 12 hours to a crazy stamp fanatic like me but I have to work this weekend to keep up with my addiction--- wait a second I feel a illness coming on cough -- cough -- cough!!! Lol oh wait I'm the boss I can't do that!!! Have a safe trip --- can't wait to see the new art parts!!!
Ahh, what I would do to be a bowl on your dining room table just about now, (sigh).
Can't make the Scrapbook Convention because my little one has been out of school since last week (they couldn't stretch it out one more measly little week). Have fun!!!!
Gloria
Glad to see you are back. Have been a follower for a while and have misssed your wonderful art. I don't have a blog and some days I think that's a good thing.
Distress Stains what a great giveaway. Have a great time in Texas.
IT's summer and that means ART and CREATIVE TIME!!!!! Can't wait to see the new art parts...have fun in Texas at the GASC!! I will be following your tweets!!!!
Hey Wendi
Thanks for the chance to win. Have a good time in Texas
New Art Parts??? I know I will be adding them to my list for sure.
Safe travels to the big city- how fun!
Those new stains are great-I got a couple to play with.
Good Luck everyone
Yippee - you're back! Can't wait to see your projects from this weekend. Have a great time in Texas - yee haw!
Wish I could see you in Texas, but a little too far from Indiana. Can't wait to see the new projects.
i missed you!!!! i wish i could be in texas when you are. i am watching the 'on the road & in the air..i'll be here... section. i am waiting for the day you are close enough to the east coast so i can come and take a class from you
oh and thanks for the chance of winning!!
I had a lot of blogger troubles for a few days myself! Not fun! I am loving the four new Archival pads I won from the rangerInkLink group. I will have to have them all of course and can't wait to see your new Art Parts. Have fun in Texas.
Boy I've missed you! Glad you are having so much fun ;-) I only have one of the stains so far and NEED THEM BAD - come on fickle finger, lady luck and good mojo.....come to mama.
Yay to summer!! Yay to art parts! Yay to fun and making ART!! Yay to giveaways! :) LOL!
Thanks for a chance to win! :)
-Stacie
WOW! Thanks for the fun!
Sandra
I can't wait to see what you have in store for us! Have fun in Texas!
I love your art parts and now, even more! Wish I were going to TEXAS with you! Can't wait to see Book #5!!! Keep up the fantastic sharing. It is a bright spot in my day!
Wow, I have yet to get my hands on Tim's distress stains. Thank you for the chance to win!
It is amazing how we depend on technology now, isn't it? I am looking forward to seeing your new stuff coming out.. I plan to make lots of art this weekend coming up...the holiday put me outside a lot, so I plan on putting my creative hat!
Hi Wendy! Can't wait to get my hands on the new art parts and new distress stains. Just love them!!
Ok, so I tried to magnify the picture to figure out what next you have in store for us! Can't wait! I love Ranger distress inks and would love to win all 12! Y'all just sent 'em my way!
Hugs, Angela
lauermaa at gmail dot com
YES!!!! new art arts...can't wait to see them... I am glad that I can give a comment...last two weeks it was not possible...
But now I am back ..Have a great day Jolande
Have been missing your posts. Hope to see you in TX - I'll be there! Can't wait to see the new art parts.
Lets try this again....didnt think I was having trouble with google, but have tried 3 times to do this comment, hopefully they dont show up all at once! NEW ARTPARTS! WOW, looking forward to seeing them and Book #5....I am so addicted to your blog...glad you are back. Thanks for the opp to win the new stains...
I missed you and your wonderful humorous posts - you always make my day!! Can't wait for the new art parts - ink stains so awesome. Have safe and fun trip!!
looking forward to be inspired by your next arty craft..!!
I am glad you are back! Always look forward to seeing what you create! Keep up the inspiring work
Jan Wills
I love distress steins - Thank you for my chance to win them all ;-)
I just bought my first arts parts Sat. and can't wait to start playing with them
Wow ! I am a distress fan !
please count me in, thanks a lot !!!
I see art parts on my Cincinnati shopping list. Only June 1 and I count the days.
Wow is it 1st of July yet..... I am anxious to see what you have for us..... Is it the 1st of July yet..... It would be very nice to try the combo you suggested.... Distress stein and Archival....Is it the 1st of July now..... Ok I will be waiting ..... for the new......
Glad blogger let you in. Did they forget to teach you the secret handshake? What were they thinking? The good news about the new art parts is very exciting, but you are such a tease. Can't you hear the chant SHOW US THE ART PARTS! SHOW US THE ART PARTS! SHOW US THE ART PARTS! I swear I can. Have a great time in Dallas.
Sounds like you should have a great time in Texas! And new art parts?...can't wait! I would love to have all 12 distress stains, so winning a set of those would be something else to celebrate!
Have fun in Texas!! Love your art & your blog!! Would so love to win a set of the Distress Stains.....I have not been able to get my grubby little hands on them yet!!! Thanks for the opportunity!!
Yay, you finally got into blogger!! I enlarged that picture as far as I could and couldn't make out anything, DANG!! I'm sure they are awesome though!! Have fun in Texas!!
I need more arting hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! To use all the art parts I already have and be prepared for the new art parts coming!!!!!!!!!!! Have a most fabulous time in Texas!!!! No art time for me this weekend... I have a sister getting married!! Fun times!!!!
Distress Stains! YAYAYAYAY!!! Blogger hasn't been fun this week. Have fun in Texas!
Oh ah....the excitement is building! Can't wait to see!
Well...I wondered what had happened...glad to know that it was only pesky technology demons causing their mischief! Safe travels! Looking forward to seeing the new Art Parts...really seeing the new Art Parts...though I like the wooden table and chairs...are they Art Parts? LOL
I am soooo excited for the new art parts! Thanks for all the inspiration and the chance to win the distress stains!!!!
Welcome back to blog land Wendy !! I can't wait to see the new art parts .. I've done so many cool things with the last group of art parts. Have fun in Dallas, safe travels.
Well, welcome back blogger friend! Silence is golden unless it's Wendy's blog site with the coolest ideas ever. Always good to hear from you Wendy! You are right, you can't see those new Art Parts with a magnifying glass because I tried it! Can't see a darn thing! Can't wait to see those new Art Parts!!!
Congrats on your new Arts Parts sets! Can't wait to see 'em! Have fun in Dallas! stefrick@optonline.net
patience is a virtue, and most of us lacking 'cause when you announce all the new things about the art parts… you can't imagine what happens to all us creators… i wish i had a better ZOOM, so i can take a close a look at what you have on that table… what a great opportunity i can't wait to get my hands colored by the stains.. :) hope you have great time in Texas...
New art parts already! Have a great weekend. Hope it doesn't get too hot in Texas. Looking forward to those real peeks coming up.
so happy you are up and blogging. i lov all the stains but only have one--what a great give away
I have to admit, the more I hear about Distress Stains, the more I WANT them!
Thanks for the chance to win. :-)
Can't wait for your new book...and the new art parts! Woo Hoo!! Have fun in Dallas!
OMG!! It's been a WENDY withdrawl for me!!! =) I was elated to see your post this morning!! I SO CAN'T wait to see all of the NEW RELAESE GOODIES!! =) I am trying to be patient though!! THANKS for the chance to win those STAINS!! I wish I could come see you in Texas, but Nebraska is a busy place right now with planting crops in full swing!! Maybe someday soon I'll get to play with you in the flesh!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
Oh I missed your posts! Can't wait to see where your ideas take me!
Have missed your wonderful blog posts! I'm such a fan of your gorgeous art work...you inspire me to try my hand at creating projects of my own!
Can't wait to get my inky hands on these new Art Parts ... I will be in AP heaven, good to have you back blogging, blogger still playing up for me. Have fun in Texas:)
you are such a wonderful inspiration...can't wait to see what you create next!!!
Have an awesome time in Big D!!
Distress Stains - my new fav!
Have fun in Dallas. I'm looking forward to seeing the new art parts and also what you do with them. How many more sleeps?
Bonnie
Glad you are back Wendy - It has been a real dry spell without your blog! Safe Travels and have a Big ole time in Texas!
I've been having issues with blogger too. Some blogs i could leave comments on & some I couldn't. Finally after a week I switched to google chrome for the blogs I was having issues with haven't had any problems leaving comments.
Can't wait to see your new art parts!
Safe travels.
yup - i would like to be the lucky winner of those stains! can't wait to see the new art parts!!
Oh how sweet it would be to win!!
I can't wait to see your new projects! Thanks for a chance to win stains.
Yep, I'm all for summer too!!
glad you're back!
Can't wait to see what new goodness you have in store for us with your art parts.
Thanks !!
How cool to have new toys to play with. Glad blogger decided to behave.
Ooooo new toys to have fun with! So glad you're back too!
Sure wish I could go to GASC! Have a safe trip!!
WooHoo!! MORE ART PARTS!!! Can't wait to see them and be able to PLAY with them! They are so much fun! Have a safe trip and have fun! <3 Candy
Glad you are "back"! We missed you! Yay Art Parts! Yay for the first 12 Distress Stains and making ART!
New art parts! Woot! Cant wait to see them!
Glad Blooger is back up for you! Great giveaway!
'Glad that you are blogging again! I had some issues with blogger, too!
Oh, I am so happy for you! Have a wonderful time, Wendy!
Thanks for the chance to win such an awesome prize!!
Can't wait to see the new art parts!
Enjoy Texas, dress for the heat!
I'm stressed so I need some destress ink to wind me down and make me happy :)
AbunchofScrap@gmail.com
I couldn't get on to blogger either, how frustrating. Looking forward to seeing the new art parts which always puts a smile on my face. Good luck everyone. :-D
I just purchased my first art parts and can't wait to play with them. I also picked up four of the stains, but it sure would be nice to have them all! Thanks for all the inspiration!
Have fun in Texas! Glad blogger finally let you back in - missed your blog posts! Can't wait to see what other techniques you come up with using the distress stains.
New Art Parts and Distress Stains.
Could there be a better combo? So excited thinking of all the possibilites. Have fun in Texas.
wow! MORE art parts--great! Love the stains, too!
RobinG
Bad blogger does he not know we need you?
Way cool to have so many new art parts and yes I had to see if I could see anything . . . no luck!
Have fun in D and this is indeed a texas style give away!
Love your art parts! Can't wait for more! Thanks for the chance to win.
Oh the fun I could have with those Distress Ink pads! Crossing my fingers and toes! Hugs, Maggie
Can't wait to see all the new things you are coming out with
Wendy. Wendy. Wendy. Finally we meet. Thank you so much for the great demo this morning and afternoon (yes, I came back!) Wish I would have introduced myself, but I didn't; was wearing an orange and pink print top and bought the black glaze pens among other things (maybe you remember!?!) Just as I'd heard, you were fabulous - thank you for being like that! MAKE ART!
Glad your back! Missed your posts. Cannot wait for the art parts preview. I just love using art parts in my creations. It gives them that added dimension. Look forward to your next project and, in the meantime - I'll keep making art! Thank you!
Kris A.
Missed seeing what you were doing...new arts parts makes me smile! and distress stains--oh my I have one color--and need more so i hope I am one lucky winner. Can't wait to see what new projects you have up your sleeve. KSH
Ooohhh! These stains are my new favorite art supply!!!I'm totally hooked on them!
I'm still coming down from the high taking your class on Moline.thanks again,Wendy!
Sue
Ps pick me!lol
great to see you back. Congrats on your new art parts - can't wait to see them
New Art Parts, new ink combinations, new ideas ... WAHOO !!
How did you fix the blogging problem?! I've had problems too.
Wendy- Here I am- I think, or I HOPE I figured out how to leave a comment on your blog!! YOU MADE MY DAY yesterday!! THank you again for the tag and the time. It was truly a pleasure and an honor to meet you. Thank you for the inspiration- can't wait to see the new art parts! Hope to see you back in Texas and would love to make it to a class with you someday! 'Til soon!
love all the new art parts...fun for the summer!
Looking forward to the new art parts! Have a great time in Texas!
ooooh, new art parts, can't wait to see them. thanks for the chance to win some stains, i neeeed them.
Can't wait to see the new treasures you make with the new art parts.
Would love to get some stains to inspire my creativity too.
Thanks,
Inkyfeathers@earthlink.net
Good to see you back... here's to an awesome, artful summer!
I still have Blogger problems Wendy but glad you got back online.
More art parts sound fabulous can't wait to see them.
Hope you're having a good weekend and thank you for taking the time to comment on my blog.
luv and hugs {brenda} xoxox
Can't wait to see the new parts, and what you've done with them.
Linda Wilson
So looking forward to seeing the new art parts!. Thanks for the chance at the awesome qive-away!
Thank goodness you're back. My lss is currently out of the stains, so I would love to win a set of all 12. Thank you for the opportunity.
wendy - you are such a tease. I can see all the ladies with their magnifying glasses up to the screen - so funny! Ranger is awesome to give such a great prize - hope to win it.
I SO WANT THESE! :)
Thanks for having this lovely giveaway. <3
I SOOOO love Tim Holtz and Ranger items! Thanks for the opportunity to win!!!
bghenson1@yahoo.com
Looks like I recovered from my horrid bug just in time, count me in please Wendy, and I can't wait to see the new art parts, have fun playing :0) x
This is the first visit to your blog...pretty cool! Have fun in Texas
Happy craftin
Rebecca
I check your blog every day! Love the projects you put out there!
Love your projects! And love Ranger!
Great seeing you & your work at GASC in Texas. Hope you can come back again!
Judy Czarnecki
Oh what fun! Can't wait to see your creations! And thank you for the chance to win!
Hope to see you using these Ranger products, your stamps and your Art Parts at GASC in VA too!... I sure hope you can take a hint!
Just found your blog by way of Top 100 Blogs. GREAT site & just added you to My Favorites :) ~Debbie~
*waves* I'm new to these parts, but I'll be around now I know how to find you!
I've only sampled the Distress Stains and have fallen in LOVE with them!!! I'd love to give a WHOLE set a good home!!
PS...it was GREAT meeting you in TX...and to find that we share the same "pre-retirement" career!
Thank you for showing me soooo many of your "tricks" with ink and Art Parts!!
Would love to try the new inks. What a generous giveaway. Thanks!
Dorothy C.
Wendy,
OMG!!!! Even Bifocals and High Powered Magnifier didn't help me get a glimpse of the new Art Parts!!! Cen you send us a little closer pic????
Love the Distress Stains!!! Thanks for a chance to win a set!
Have fun in Dallas!
Karen S. Ohio
Hope you're having a great weekend Wendy, can't wait to see the new Art Parts. Thanks for the chance to win the Distress Stains - I want them so badly!!
I'm totally "distressed" hoping to win this !!
It would be really great to win! Thanks!
New to your blog and like what ive read and seen so far.
Awesome giveaway. Haven't had a chance to play with Distress Stains, but love my Distress Inks. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Hi Wendy! I used some distress inks on the weekend...wild honey and vintage photo. I will be receiving some art parts very shortly and I cannot wait to start making art with them. I would love to have some distress stains so that I can start making my own colour combinations...yours are very imaginative. Thanks for inspiring me! XXOOKaren
I love Art Parts, ohh yeah and distess stains. thanks for the giveaway.
Can't wait to see the new art parts. Hopefully Stampers Anonymous will have a good selection of them next time I see them at a convention. So many good products ... so hard to find. Tell Ranger to get those Distress Stains out to more of the stores that carry their other products - still trying to find a local place to get some and most carry the other Ranger inks.
cannot wait to see these new art parts... love the stains. Keeping my fingers crossed to be a lucky winner! :)
New stuff.....always a good thing. Thanks for sharing!
I just got some of your art parts in the mail last week and I am so anxious to start making art. Loving all your art Wendy, thanks.
More Arts Parts! Yay! I can't wait to see them. Pick me for the stains! Please! Love your work!
Ohhh -art parts, Never have enough of those! (Nor TH stains....) :>)
I can't wait to see the new art parts!
Lots of love!
I love your Art Parts and can not wait for the new ones!
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