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Tuesday, July 26, 2011

stamps, boxes & birds...

it's 2 on Tuesday...again!

today I have 2 brand new studio 490 stamp sets to giveaway, to 2 different blog commenters...
compliments of TED & MICHELLE!

so if you'd like to win...
HE RULED IT ART...
leave a comment...



and if you'd like a chance to win...

BELIEVE IN ART...
just leave a comment...



again...
the winners will be chosen @ 7am Chicago time, tomorrow Wednesday July 27th...

I mentioned yesterday that even though it was 99 degrees here with 99% humidity, I am in full spring cleaning mode...

I need to make room in the studio for things I use every day...
and have them close by, in the drawers right behind me...

things like new art parts...

all tim's new flippin awesome distress stains are in a cute box, right on my island...
I waited sooooo long for them,
I can't let them out of my sight...

if you think I'm kidding...
I'm NOT!

so the 2 giant drawers behind where I stand look like this...
FULLLLLLL of alphabets & numbers in all sorts of different fonts...
some metal...
some chipboard...
some fabric...

all perfect condition...

and I have LOTS...
here's drawer #2...


I really need the space & I need to part with them...

here's the scoop...

I divided them up into 12 MEDIUM sized USPS priority boxes...
and then filled the boxes to max capacity...

the assembly line looked like this...
they are FULL...

in addition to LOTS of alphabets & numbers...
I filled the boxes with extra class supplies from my retired classes...

so...lots of stamping surfaces...
tags...
(NO PAPER)...

lots of chipboard (think Maya Road)...

some fragments...

some ribbon & MORE...
and there are also 2 of these guys in each box...

I don't have enough to use for another class, so they are leaving, headed to new homes...
once you create 1, you'll want to do a second...

so there are 2 in each box...


this was one of my most favorite classes ever...

here's a few photos I found...
these guys are perfect for altering...
and so much fun with a million possibilities...


with stamps, grunge...

and plenty of metal embellishments...


the PO charges $11.00 for priority tracked shipping
and the box is $29.00.

making the total $40.00.

if you'd like one, just send an email to me...
wbv1213@me.com ***EDIT*** 11am..
ALL 12 are SOLD & headed to new homes. THANKS MUCH!

and I'll send you a PayPal request.

we'll keep this to US addresses...
international shipping would be high *I think*...

here they are again...



now about yesterday's stamp winner...

congrats to...

Blogger Shannon said...

When I lived in West Virgina we had an air strip on our property for those guys who spray the crops amd you're right, they really fly low, it freaks you out when you watch them.

I'm always looking for products (i.e. stamps) that will make good artwork for the men in my life, you know because I have so many, ha-ha (big joke). Mostly for my Father and Step-Father.

Love all the new products Wendy, you are developing quite a line of products, they are all so spectacular. Thanks for the opportunity to win something.

July 25, 2011 5:09 PM

SHANNON...
please email your shipping info & we'll get this postal...
wbv1213@me.com

that's it for today...
time to seal up the boxes...

see you tomorrow with 2 winners announcement
& another new stamp set giveaway...

until then...
make art!

wendy
ps...the 6 stamp set giveaway will begin Monday August 1 and continue thru Friday August 5th on the group...
so, still time to join...

111 comments:

Gabrielle said...

Thank you for the opportunity to win stamps again Wendy! Both are just fab and I know they'll go to good homes. Congrats Shannon! Wish I lived in the US! I'd snap up one of those boxes!!!

SusanK said...

Congrats to Shannon! Love, love, LOVE these new stamp sets and would go to most any length to win one. Keeping my fingers crossed for tomorrow....

Nolwenn said...

Wow i would love to get the BELIEVE IN ART set <3
Lucky are the ones who will take One of your boxes, I am in Canada so I can't.

Take care

Lesabe said...

I am loving the new stamps. Thank you for a chance to win. I really like the he ruled it art one. Thanks for the chancet ow in =)

Helen said...

Congrats Shannon - and how I wish I lived across the pond! What I wouldn't give for one of those boxes, lol! You can never have too many letters!
I would love to be in with a chance to win He Ruled It Art - please! You are all too kind....

Angie Hall Haviland said...

What a FABULOUS stamp set...thanks for the chance to win. and YIPPIE for organization....looks great!! Your hard work paid off :) and ohhhhhh those boxes are tempting!

Carol said...

Those stamps are awesome. TFS

Carol W. said...

Congrats Shannon! I would so love a box full of goodies but I'm tapped out this month! Love the new stamp sets, thank you for the chance to win!

Christine Shebroe said...

Looove those birds!!! They are adorable!

Thank you for the opportunity -- I'd love to win those FABulous stamps!

MsChrisy@aol.com

Lesley said...

Thanks again for the chance to win! I love the sentiments on the Believe in Art. Wish, wish, wish i lived in America....would so love one of those birds!!!

TheLastOfNine said...

How to chose which stamp set I want? It really doesn't matter they are equally cute. He Ruled It Art with the stash, ruler and the OMG. Believe In Art with normandy lace and all "she" feels. Eenie meenie miney moe...He Ruled It Art (but I would be ok with Believe In Art). See what I mean, it's hard!!
Gloria H

Anonymous said...

I would be happy with just the mustach--but those stamps with it are awesome. He ruled it art--I rule it perfect

michelle said...

Congrats to Shannon. . .

Both stamps sets are great you have outdone yourself this time that is for sure. Thanks for a chance to win crossing my fingers!

Lynne said...

First Congrats to Shannon! Thanks Wendy for all the opportunities to win and either one would be great! I'd definitely love to order one of those boxes, but if anything else comes in the mail my husband will not be happy (LOL).

Kristy Hansen said...

Once again - great stamp sets...love the ruler! don't know why i am into those images at the moment..Great boxes too--thank you for the great giveaway! ksh

Noreen said...

Those birds are just the cutest!! I can see why you enjoyed that class. Love the vintage "man stuff".

kim henrich said...

I would love a chance to win one of the stamp sets cause they are just sooooooooooooo nice . When I see word stamps I just gotta have them.

StampDancer said...

Thanks again for another cool opportunity at winning a new set. He Rule it Art is awesome - all of it, but I would buy it just for the "OMG.." stamp alone! Keeping my fingers crossed - LOL
Deb M

Colleen C. - Mich said...

Congrats to the winner! Wendy, those birds are adorable. Love the metal bits and pieces. You come up with the most coolest ideas.

Tara C said...

Congrats to Shannon!!! I love both of the new sets on the blog today--- it's so much fun seeing everything come out again!! It reminds us what we really need-- want -- have to have!!!

Susan Leslie said...

I love your stamps sets Wendy they are my very very favorite and I would love to have the BELIEVE IN ART. I especially like the quote, "She was certain She could So She did" It has always been the way I work, so how perfect is that!! You are truly an amazing artist! Thank you for a chance to win either set. Its looks like you are making headway in your cleaning and making room in your studio.

Susan

Theresa said...

I am WILD for the mustache!!!! And "believe in art" has lots of usable and cut-up-able stuff, too!!Both stamp sets are fabulous! Thanks for the chance to win one of them!! I love your drawer!!

france papillon said...

only for US residents... yet another argument to convince my DH we just have to move to the States... meanwhile, can't wait for these beautiful stamps (and AP!) to be available. i have already lost quite some weight saving my money for them instead of buying chocolate :)))

ps: congrats to Shannon!

SusanK said...

I just l-o-v-e your drawers! Okay, sorry, couldn't resist...lol! Seriously, I do love your storage space.

Gillian .... said...

Congrats to Shannon for yesterday's giveaway. "He Ruled It Art" ROCKS, would love love love to win this set and "Belive It Art" omg lots of background stamping possibilities for this one. Wendy this is one awesome giveaway, thanks to Ted & Michelle again for their kindness. Okay, so I need to upsticks and move across the pond ... like now ... I would have jumped at the chance of those darn cool birds. Those boxes full of goodies ... oh my, that is heaven.

Unknown said...

I know what you mean about needing to clean out the drawers every once in a while....I just purged some things myself to make room for some new goodies and also a new container to house all of the new distress stains also....LOVE THOSE little bottles of goodness. Thank you for the opportunity and maybe today will be my lucky day! Patti

bonnie said...

Wendy they I have your stamps. Have not been doing it long. I like to use them on mini albums and cards. Thank you for ur talent. Bonnie

Karen G. said...

Hope I got in on time to get a box of fun! Loving the Believe in Art stamps. So many possibilities...

Jean D said...

So glad you decided to share some of your hand me downs with us.

Liz in MO said...

Oh I would love to win either of these stamp sets. They are gorgeous, can think of a million things I could do with them. LOVE THEM.

EileenMV said...

Great stamps! Thanks for the chance to win!

Susan said...

Congrats to Shannon. I'd love to win either of these sets - LOVE the flourish and the art stamps!

jackib said...

Love that "believe in art" set!!! Can't wait to see all your artful offerings.... ; )

Vic said...

Congrats, Shannon! I love all of your new stamp sets, Wendy!

woodandfabric said...

Congratulations Shannon! Lucky Girl! I would love to win one of your stamp sets of the day!
Michelle *Ü*

grandmabertie said...

I just love your new stamp sets. The little boy in Art for Men is so cute. He would look good on a card chasing Tim Holtz' Jalopy (made to look like a taxi). Don't work too hard cleaning out your studio - - you want to save energy to . . make art!

Kaz Hall said...

Oooo more goodness to win, congrats Shannon! I would love to get my inky mitts on the stamps.... Thanks so much for the chance again so generous good luck all xx

Kazx

Anonymous said...

Gosh, those boxes look absolutely wonderful! Not for Europe though, so I will just put them out of my mind . . . and cross my fingers for stamps instead! What fun.
Greetings from France - Sally
stampsally@yahoo.fr

Dawn said...

Darn I missed a chance on the boxes. Maybe I'll be lucky and win one of the stamp sets. Thanks for the opportunity.

Shirley said...

Congratulations Shannon!! I love all the stamps Wendy and everything else. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

Lori said...

Ooo, love both of these sets, big thanks to Ted and Michelle! Yeah! Love the birds, I have a couple I need to get altered...
security word: plood - new British word for gluing something together, as in, I just plood me fingers together!

Meggymay said...

Congratulations to yesterdays lucky winner. Those boxes look fabulous, wish I lived nearer. Thanks for the chance to win one of the Fab stamp sets, I would be thrilled to rehome one.

Leslie said...

Congrats to Shannon and the lucky people who got the 12 boxes of goodies!!! I know you will have fun opening them and playing!!!
Love the new stamps Wendy!

Anikraft said...

Thanks for the chance of winning your new stamp sets, thay are all fab and I cant wait til they come to a shop near me (be waiting a little while yet).
Im off to make art.... well, Im at work right now but I do work in theatre so that does count as art doesnt it? Maybe if I stamp all over the set...... better not.
Anika x

Rebecca said...

Ok i'll try again for the freebies...too bad I could't try for the UPS boxes all looks super fun
Happy craftin
Rebecca

Marijane said...

Shoot! Missed out on the boxes. Note to self: get online EARLIER!!! Love both the stamp sets and can't wait for them to start shipping.

Deb said...

be still my heart, grungy looking and vintage too. what more could a gal ask for with a set of stamps.
Sorry i missed out on the goodie box, but maybe I'll win a new stamp set. Thanks Wendy, keep making Art!!

Annette Goodey said...

Would love to be in with a chance to win either of your super stamp sets. Too bad I don't live on your side of the pond - those boxes of letters, etc, looked fab!
Best wishes

Cardgenie said...

Great opportunity to win - thanks Wendy. It must have been very hard to part with the content of those drawers - I know what it's like - you buy stuff and can't bear to use it! keep on makin art. Jean.xx

Mary said...

I love that your link went straight to the Vermillion color of Archival. I just ordered some of that from SSS yesterday. Can't wait to get it! I want all the colors too! =) Oh yes, and thanks for the chance to win more stamps.

texasbarb said...

I'm such a dolt...got busy yesterday (Monday) and forgot to check out your blog. I remember living in rural Iowa and seeing the crop dusters...they have to be half crazy to fly like they do.

And...got here to late today to get in on the boxes of goodies. I just know they were filled with so much fun for the lucky 12 who jumped on them.

SusanHnSC said...

You have the coolest stuff!! Thanks for sharing your art!!!

Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans said...

Dam I would have jumped at the chance to take one of those birds home. Love your stamp sets and I would love to give them a new home. Tracy x

rhonda said...

Happy days are giveaway days and LOVE your stamps!

Nicole said...

Oh Poo...I missed getting a goodie box. I guess I need to check in more frequently! I really wanted the fishy stamps but I love them all! It would be nice to win a set since I'll probably be buying them all anyways!

Stacie (craft-princess) said...

Gosh...I'm always late for getting in on your packages! :( Maybe next time! Congrats to the winner too and thanks for a chance to win one of those stamp sets!

Roxanne said...

I can't believe your 12 boxes got sold sooo fast. (Actually, yes I can!) I am sorry I missed out. Maybe I will win one of the other give-aways! It would be such an honor and a thrill!

Kathy Eddy said...

Congrats to Shannon! I just read this on my break and wanted to order a box of goodies, but am already too late. Boo-hoo! Oh well, maybe you'll pick me as the winner tomorrow. Thanks for the chance!

Marissa said...

Those drawers look amazing. It seems so sad to me to have them all broken up, but it sounds like they are going to good and eager homes :) Thanks for all the wonderful products!

Linda said...

my head is swarming-how do you do it.

SannaS said...

i love what you've done with the birds, they look awesome!! =)
thanks for the chance to win!!
hugs, SannaS

Heidi said...

I think your new stamp sets are your favorite so far for me. I told my sister about the "big girl panties" stamps, and even she agrees they are must haves! (she's the athlete).
Believe in art is another one of my favorites. The quotes fit so many things in life. Right now I'm less than 2 weeks away from my first triathlon, and "she was certain she could, so she did". And "she believed she could be whatever she wanted to be". seem fitting for that.

Who am I kidding, I can't wait to play with them ALL!!

Sad I missed the birds though.

Margaret Kane Ward said...

Thanks for a chance at more stamps!!! I'm sorry that I hadn't seen the post sooner; those boxes looked great! Thanks for all the lovely art/inspiration, Wendy.

Cathy L. said...

Trash to treasure, thanks for the givaways.

Donna L said...

I have recently become a fan of your stamps - would love to win!

sue said...

Love both set of stamps. I checked to late for yesterday give away, and to early today for the boxes. I hope my luck is better on the stamp set.

sue said...

Here we go I would like to try for 2. Thanks for the drawings. It's always fun to see who wins.

Julie said...

Congrats to the winner and congrats to those who got those cool boxes of goodies. Don't you just love those wooden birds! Great stamp give-a-ways. I always love the lamp post and art sayings!

Elaine A said...

Hi Wendy -

Love those stamps set. I'm really digging the mustache on He Ruled It Art set, and love the sayings on Believe in Art. You always come up with such awesome sentiments.

Elaine Allen
CONGRATULATIONS SHANNON!

steph martin said...

thanks for giving us a chance to win some of your stamps. Well done to Shannon

Anonymous said...

Ah, I didn't get to the computer early enough and those wonderful boxes are sold out! Not that I have any more room either, but still....
Congrats to Shannon, and keeping fingers crossed for tomorrow.
xoxo

Rhonda said...

Still loving all of the manly art possibilities...love the lamps post in He ruled it Art....thanks for the chance to win

Emma Williams said...

wow...wow..WOW!! My mind is already full of creative ideas of how to use those fabulous stamps. You never disappoint, Wendy...they are wonderful. And as for those birds~absolutely gorgeous and gives me yet another reason as to why I need to move to the US!

Congratulations to Shannon on your win...and good luck to everyone for tomorrow!
Emma x

Nancy D. said...

I love both of the stamp sets of course!...it would be great to win either one thanks for the chance!

Shannon said...

Wow!!! I'm a winner, how exciting!! I'd first like to thank everyone for their well wishes and the congrats you all gave me, that's really so very nice. And second, thank you so very much Wendy for the opportunity to win one of your new stamp sets and for getting picked, I feel very fortunate. I'm so excited to get my new set and make some masculine artwork. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

2amscrapper said...

both of these stamp sets are wonderful. I'd be thrilled to get either one if I'm the lucky winner.

Mo said...

Didn't snag a box - my daughter-in-law had the nerve to schedule an appointment to have all 4 wisdom teeth removed this morning. I'm going to have to train her better -blogs first in the AM.Lol. Thanks for the chance to win 2 stamp sets. There isn't a single new set that I don't love.Very fun stuff, Wendy.

Kelly Massman said...

love the mustache stamp!!!!
the birds are pretty!

redmom said...

I hope you have some good air conditioning to keep you cool while you're doing your spring cleaning!!

I cannot decide which stamp set I like more.....so pick one or both and I'll take them! :)

Unknown said...

omg wendi! where can i get one of those birds?? that is all i care about lol! don't put me in the running for the stamps (not that i wouldn't love them!) i really really just want a bird...raw..i am a bird FREAK! i love everything that has to do with birds, i have an african grey parrot actually who i love to death ;) i just love birds and want one of thsoe wooden ones to decorate myself! actually, i think i will email you asking in case you dont' see this....lol...i just love them to death!

ReNae Allen said...

Wendy, you never fail to amaze me! Those birds are a scream! How clever to alter them! They are full of whimsy and fun! Both these stamps sets are to die for, and I would love to win either one. But I do adore the set called HE RULED IT ART! That is my favorite. I have 2 volumes of your stamps, this would be a wonderful addition to my collection!
Thanks for the chance to win,

ReNae in KS

Debby said...

Love those stamp sets. Read your blog too late for a cool box. Dear Daughter had oral surgery this morning so we had to be there. Keeping my fingers crossed for some new goodies. Congrats to Shannon!

ConnieR said...

The ruler, the ruler, can't wait to get the ruler. When are the new sets shipping? Soon I hope.

Dorothy said...

That's a lot of work getting all those boxes together!
Love your stamps!

Marilyn L. said...

love the stamp sets - got my fingers crossed

Bonnie Irvine said...

Wow...I would be thrilled to win either of these stamp sets,,,so many possibilities. Thanks for having this give-away. Also, those birds are stinkin' cute!
Bonnie

Dee in N.H. said...

Wow, I would be thrilled beyond thrilled to win either of these stamp sets! You really do have great stuff!

Gill said...

Those birds are so cute - wish some would fly across the pond! I'd love to win Believe In Art. Thank you for your generosity.

Christy said...

Love the new stamp sets! Can't wait to make some new art with them.

Nancy said...

Oh, I HAVE to have "Believe in Art"!!! LOVE it!!!
Darn my employer! Making me work,so I missed this great offering of yours - DARN!!! You sure you don't have more goodies left??? lol

Kat said...

would love to do some creating with the new line I have done a lot of creating with all your other yummy stamps and these are terrific. Thanks for the opportunity and your creative mind otherwise wwe wouldn't have such wonderful things to play with.

Tona said...

Darn! Why did today have to be run errands day. I missed out on the birds etc. in the box :(
Congrats to Shannon & Thanks for another chance to win 1 of your stamps sets.

Unknown said...

Those birds are beyond fantastic. Loving these new stamps and can't wait to work with them.

Good Luck Everyone

slbt17 said...

those birds are so cute!
I would love to win either of the stamp sets.
Thanks for all the inspiration Wendy.
Sandra ltb

marci said...

Love the Believe in Art stamps, and seeing all the cool things you do. My husband "had" a hemostat left over from his EMT days. Shh - don't tell him where it went!

Unknown said...

I just found your blog from T!m's Blog.
You have your own stamper's Annon stamp sets!
Congratulations.
They are just the ticket for vintage, grungy, altered and less frilly creations!
Your stamps are exciting and inspiring, and I really like your blog. You are on my list now.

Thanks,
Christy

Anonymous said...

Wendy,
These stamp sets are awesome!!! Thanks for a chance to win a set. Can't wait to see all your new creations with them!

Karen S. Ohio

Cher said...

well dang! I so wanted that bird lol...maybe I will find one sometime..yes yes..luving these sets of yours...I need to destash too to make room for YOUR goodies! Right now all my art are just out in the open space! but I am keen on securing my stamps with your binders and rings :) .. good luck all!

Linda R said...

CAN BARELY BREATHE
drooling
hyperventilating
NEW WENDY STAMPS - oh yeah!!!
pick me
thanks!

fozzieb713 said...

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the bird!!! How cute is he(or she)

Sue Young said...

I especially love the Believe in Art set.I do I do I do believe in art! I am going through some tough times at this point in my life,and doing art has really been my salvation .
Thanks,Wendy for the chance to win our wonderful stamps!
Sue

scrappin-scrappin said...

Congrats to Shannon!! You know I would love anyone of your stamp sets, thanks for the chance to win one!!

Priscilla said...

Thanks so much for offering two stamp sets today. I hope I win one!

C. Sage Deerborn said...

By the time I get to read this everything is always gone. Loved that bird. Maybe I will win some stamps instead.

Larissa Heskett said...

THANKS WENDY, TED and MICHELLE for the AWESOME chances to win one of the NEW STAMP sets!!
YEAH~~YEAH~~YEAH~~I know the winners will be SO EXCITED to win and will create FABULOUS ART with them!!
THANKS again and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)

Brenda B said...

Congrats Shannon...you lucky duck!
Love all your stamp sets Wendy. And all the coordinating Art Parts.

I am a little disappointed I missed out on one of those great boxes...I am sure the lucky twelve will feel like it is Christmas opening them up!

Larajc said...

I believe in art! I adore anything colorful and creative because it makes me happy! That si why I craft!

Craphty said...

Just love believe in art stmps hope i'm not too late to enter. Thanks for the opportunity.

PS love the birds.

marion said...

Well shoot...I missed out on your kits!!! Those birds are just the cutest! Thanks for the chance to win these new stamps and art parts! By the way, on last night's news (quad cities) there was a report of a crop dusting helicopter crashing and killing the pilot. I guess there were lots of people watching because it was a helo and they had never seen one dusting crops...too bad.

Melody (lacyquilter) said...

I really love those funky birds.

Anonymous said...

Wow...I would be thrilled to win either of these stamp sets,,,so many possibilities. Thanks for having this give-away. Also, those birds are stinkin' cute!
Bonnie
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