Tuesday, March 29, 2016

{Preview} ARTSY BORDERS + Sample Inspiration Projects

Hey, STAMPlorations friends! Today I'm excited to give a preview of the new stamps coming to the shop beginning April 8. They're called Artsy Borders. Monika and I (Shery) are sharing a few projects we made using these stamps. Well, it's actually a lot -- we got a little carried away, as you'll see, especially Monika ;o)

I came up with these artsy border stamps out of a need: I love masking, but I wanted a way to quickly create something (especially when I don't have a lot of time to spare) where I wouldn't need to do a lot of masking and still get that artsy collage look. I played around with some images, starting with ones that were already stamps, and used them to create border stamps. And you all know me...I love grunge, artsy, distressed backgrounds and all that, so I added in some newsprint, sheet music, the works...and we've got four to start off this fun line of stamps:



























Whew! As you've seen, the Artsy Borders can be used in many ways (as backgrounds, accents, focal image) in a variety of styles (CAS, graphic, mixed media, one layer) and techniques (embossing, watercoloring, inlaid die-cutting, spotlighting).

Artsy Borders will be available in the shop starting April 8. However, they're already available to stamp club subscribers. These stamps are the new stamp club perk I mentioned in my post here. Stamp club subscribers get one of these border stamps free every 3rd time they renew their subscription or they can pick these stamps instead of the usual 5x7 stamp set. (By the way, the stamp club subscription price will increase on April 15, but current stamp club subscribers will stay locked in at the current price and get to enjoy all the perks, old and new, without extra cost.)

Hope you enjoyed looking at the cards that Monika and I created to show off the fun addition to the shop! We will be adding more Artsy Borders soon! Which one's your favorite?

Happy stamping!

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24 comments:

  1. Helen GullettTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 12:38:00 PM PDT

    Oh I love all of these border stamps! My favorites are the butterflies and cupcakes.

    Will there be coffee cup border? ;)

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    1. Shery RussTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 12:41:00 PM PDT

      Hi, Helen. Definitely! There will be at least 4 coffee cup borders :o)

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    2. hellerlittleTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:32:00 PM PDT

      thankjs for that answer, this was the first thinking in my mind *lol
      CU hellerlittle

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  2. MarshaTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 12:46:00 PM PDT

    Oh, WOW. Love these borders. Thanks to the team for such wonderful inspiration.

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  3. Berina RGATuesday, March 29, 2016 at 1:20:00 PM PDT

    Beautiful stamps!! Love all the designs!! Lovely!
    -Berina
    Moxie Craftie

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  4. Mac MableTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 1:43:00 PM PDT

    Fabulous inspiration. They can be used for all different styles of crafting and that's what I love about them. Gorgeous and fun cards and looking forward to owning a few of these! x

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  5. cmTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 2:54:00 PM PDT

    I LOVE these border stamps! Big love!! WOW!
    Hugs~c

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  6. ionabunnyTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 3:19:00 PM PDT

    These are cool. Love the daisies and butterflies. Ooh yes to coffee or those pretty delicate tea cups you have. Hugz

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  7. Dotty JoTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 4:50:00 PM PDT

    Fabulous new border stamps - I love 'em, Jo x

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  8. Asmah Zainal AbidinTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 5:29:00 PM PDT

    Gorgeous cards Shery and Monika. The flowers borders are so beautiful! Hugs xx

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  9. Karen PTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 5:37:00 PM PDT

    Okay I am going to have to beat the husband into some kind of submission because I want all of these! The butterfly first then the daisy then the daffodil! Love them and love how you have used them. Not sure whether to thank you because my stamp must have list and stamp wish list just grew! Karen x

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  10. Karen PTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 5:39:00 PM PDT

    I missed the cupcakes! How could I have missed those super dute cupcakes! Oh no, my Mr is not going to be happy xz

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  11. UnknownTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 6:41:00 PM PDT

    Love the borders! Cards are great as well.

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  12. Glennis FTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 6:41:00 PM PDT

    Love all of them - but especially the butterflies

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  13. SD poojaTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 7:48:00 PM PDT

    Loved the artsy grungy border Stamps !! Awesome cards too :)

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  14. SD poojaTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 7:48:00 PM PDT

    Loved the artsy grungy border Stamps !! Awesome cards too :)

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  15. UnknownTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 9:10:00 PM PDT

    Brilliant idea!!! Beautiful stamps...and beautiful creations!

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  16. SuchiTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 10:37:00 PM PDT

    Wowwwwww!!! Loving the border stamps so much! <3
    Suchi xx

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  17. hellerlittleTuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:35:00 PM PDT

    what a great Idea !!!
    Shery you did a wonderfull job with those... hope there are soon coming more (see above @ #01) and maybe some with the (little) Birds ????
    CU hellerlittle

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  18. kiwimeskreationsWednesday, March 30, 2016 at 12:12:00 AM PDT

    These are fabulous - love the butterfly and daisy borders in particular.
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  19. Dee EarnshawWednesday, March 30, 2016 at 6:57:00 AM PDT

    Oh, these border stamps are so fun and versatile. I think my favorite would have to be the butterflies..Thanks for the inspirational projects ladies:)

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  20. conilWednesday, March 30, 2016 at 8:22:00 AM PDT

    Oooooh, these borders are rattling around in my brain so much. Can't wait to get my hands on them.

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  21. maria f.Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 10:06:00 AM PDT

    Oh how I love the butterflies!

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  22. GerrinaThursday, March 31, 2016 at 12:17:00 PM PDT

    Beautiful to see how different a border can be used and looks! Great cards!

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