Saturday, July 31, 2010

Helping Hudson - You Can Help!

Meet Hudson. Hudson is 2 ½ but unlike most children his age, he has had a tough little life! Doctors realised he had an incomplete brain before he was born and as a newborn he was discovered to be legally blind. Hudson has recently been diagnosed with both Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. His mobility has been hindered severely by his disabilities, however his family and friends wish nothing more than to give him the chance to get moving on his own. Hudson needs a special Wheelchair/Walker, called a Kid Walker. This device will help get him mobile, allow him to play with his brother and sister, interact with other children his own age and give him independence in his day to day life!

It’s true when they say that a little goes a long way, and I’m here to tell you about how a simple purchase of some fun -filled paper craft tutorials can give freedom to a little boy!

When a group of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators were asked for help they came to the rescue, ink and paper in hand, to work miracles. His story has touched so many people all over the world, so its time to share it with you too!

There is a HUGE online stamping event taking place, called Helping Hudson -A Wheely Great Cause! The organisers have been working really hard, securing support, tutorials and donations to get this event underway. There are going to be three weeks of stamping fun for you to join in – come back as often as you can, there will always be lots more to see, do and learn. It kicks off on the 1st August and will run right through until the 22nd. You’ll find it at http://helpinghudson.blogspot.com or by clicking on the link at the top of the sidebar.

When you come on over to the blog you’ll find out all about Hudson, his family and his cause! But, more importantly, you can DO SOMETHING TO HELP HUDSON, at the same time as helping yourself learn how to make some great new paper craft projects.

How? By purchasing bundles of tutorials kindly donated by Stampin’ Up! demonstrators the world over. Each bundle has 10 fun-filled tutorials for just AU$10! And there are six themes to choose from: Bags & Boxes, Christmas, Kids’ Birthdays, Projects for Men & Boys, Punch Art & Scrapbooking. There’s even a FREE bonus bundle if you buy four or more. WOW how exciting! All proceeds go directly to help Hudson.

The Helping Hudson Crew will also be posting some awesome challenges throughout the three weeks. For a small donation you can join in and be in the running for some FANTASTIC Stampin’Up! Prize packs, kindly donated by Stampin’ Up! Australia (Aussie participants only, sorry) Also keep your eyes peeled for challenges here at Just Add Ink and also Stamp A Memory.

And we would love you to help spread the word too. Check out the ‘Spreading The Word’ page at the site for all you need to know to get the word out to as many people as you can.

C’MON LETS GET HUDSON MOVING!!!!!

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Just Add Ink 28 - Just Add A Man Card

Hi Inkers!

Are you ready for another challenge? How about a double-challenge? We thought we would put something extra special together for this week. Are you ready?

Just Add ...
A Man Card
.

Don't run screaming for the hills just yet, we're also throwing in a gorgeous bonus colour combination for you.

And to prove how easy it is to combine the two, here's the design team creations to get you inspired ...





Kim Badelt
Jo Eades

Rules & Guidelines:
  • Entries with 3 or more challenges listed against their creation will be deleted.
  • Provide a DIRECT LINK to the post on your blog where you've displayed your creation using Mr. Linky. Incorrect links, or blog links that are down-right advertising are not eligible for Top 5 picks, and will be deleted.
  • Projects must be new.
  • Please mention our challenge and provide a link with your post, so others can come and join in the fun too!
  • The DT girls are welcome to play along and inspire, but are not eligible for the top picks.
  • Make any project you like (card, layout, 3D project, etc) using our challenge as inspiration.
  • While the DT uses Stampin' Up! products, you're welcome to use any products you like.
Don't have a blog or online gallery?
Email a picture of your creation to just-add-ink@hotmail.com and
we'll publish it and add it to Mr Linky on your behalf, for others to see.

Mr. Linky will close Wednesday 4th August at 23:59WST. Be here on Thursday 5th August to see the Design Teams top picks!


Just Add Ink Challenges Participants
1. Marisa
2. Bronwyn
3. Katie Ridden
4. Kris Sobolik
5. Jess Doyle
6. Gemma Coumbe
7. Rachel Moore
8. Paula Dobson-Just for Fun
9. Luana
10. Jodene #2
11. Karen G
12. Emma Kirton
13. Louise Harry
14. Danielle Rack
15. liamp
16. Marlene Peters
17. Lisa
18. Maureen in Texas
19. Helen Williams
20. Juliette
21. Christine Blain
22. Naomi
23. Vicki Were
24. Melissa
25. Narelle Freckelton
26. Lisa Jansen
27. Veronica Franklin
28. Rachel Jackson
29. Debi Ryan
30. Gisèle - I SPI
31. Jeane McQueen
32. liamp2
33. Paula F
34. Tui Nathan
35. Rhonda Imrie
36. Krista Visser-Driessen
37. Susan Joyce
38. Trish - Spring Blossom
39. Bronwyn #2
40. Richelle
41. Peri Hill
42. Alexis
43. Christine Blain - 2nd entry
44. Claire Dauncey
45. Sharlene Torres, NZL
46. Jane Blakeley
47. Sandi Spence
48. Dani Fender
49. Michelle O'Neill
50. Kerri D
51. Arielle ~ SnappyStamper

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Just Add Ink #27 Top Picks

Thanks for another week of stunning entries!  Before we get on to the Top Picks for this week, a quick word about our weekly challenges...

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Please check your links! 
We're getting a lot of entries that are linked to the main blog address, not the DIRECT LINK of the entry.

For example: 
The blog address for Just Add Ink is http://just-add-ink.blogspot.com/
The DIRECT LINK for this post is http://just-add-ink.blogspot.com/2010/07/just-add-ink-27-top-picks.html

If you're still not sure, check out our tutorial on using Mr Linky.

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On to the fun stuff!  It was neck and neck again this week for the Top Picks, but we got there!  In no particular order, here they are...


Sandy







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Tuesday, July 27, 2010

JAI27 - Entries So Far...

What's better than a great sketch challenge?  A gallery FULL of fabulous ideas using the same sketch!  Check it out...



If you haven't already entered, the cut-off time is Wednesday July 28th midnight WST and you can submit your entries HERE.


Sunday, July 25, 2010

Technique Tutorial - Colouring With Crystal Effects


Supplies:
Very Vanilla or Whisper White cardstock
Stamp Set - I used It's A Loop Thing
Versamark
Black embossing powder
Heat tool
Reinkers - I've used Taken With Teal, Rose Red, Elegant Eggplant, Pumpkin Pie, Creamy Caramel
Crystal Effects
Fine artist's brush
Baby wipes - to clean your brush between colours.
Small containers or an artist's palette - if you use airtight containers, the coloured mixture will keep for use again another time.


Step One
Stamp your images on your cardstock with Versamark, then apply black embossing powder and heat to set. 



Note - Using embossed images helps to keep the Crystal Effects where it's supposed to be.

Step Two 
You need to do this for each colour you're going to use.
Pour some Crystal Effects in a small container or on an artist's palette.
Enough to cover a 5 cent piece is enough to start with.






Add a single drop of reinker and gently mix. 
You can use your paintbrush to mix with, or a toothpick will also do.

Add more ink if the colour is too light, or more Crystal Effects if the colour is too dark.
This how it looks when it's all mixed.
Step Three
Use your fine artist's brush to gently paint your Crystal Effects mixture on to your image.

Paint gently and evenly to avoid air bubbles in your work. 







Note - Use one colour at a time on any image. 
Even though the image is raised because of the embossing,
you'll have more success if you wait for the first
colour to dry before beginning the next.

Complete the first colour on each image. 
If you only need one image for your project, consider making multiples to save yourself time later.

Step Four
Apply your second colour mixture once the first layer is dry (about 15 minutes).

 Your images are complete! 
Wait for them to dry before using on your project.


For my project, I cut out the cupcakes and added them to my base card. 



I hope you enjoyed my tutorial, and I hope you have a play with your Crystal Effects!








Thursday, July 22, 2010

Just Add Ink 27 - A Sketch Challenge

Hi Inkers!

Thank you for helping to make our blog so inspiring with your amazing entries, and thanks to everyone that is kind enough to leave us comments, they are always appreciated.

We have a really simple sketch for you to play with this week - I hope you have as much fun with it as our Design Girls did! Be sure to click on their name if you want to visit their blog and leave a little comment love.

Here's this weeks sketch... and if you haven't before, please read the rules, we've been deleting a lot of entries lately and we really don't like having to do that to you. :)
Rules & Guidelines:
  • Make any project you like (card, layout, 3D project, etc) using our challenge as inspiration.
  • Entries with 3 or more challenges listed against their creation will be deleted.
  • Projects must be new.
  • The DT girls are welcome to play along and inspire, but are not eligible for the top picks.
  • Provide a DIRECT LINK to the post on your blog where you've displayed your creation using Mr. Linky. Incorrect links, or blog links that are down-right advertising are not eligible for Top 5 picks, and will be deleted.
  • While the DT uses Stampin' Up! products, you're welcome to use any products you like.
  • Please mention our challenge and provide a link with your post, so others can come and join in the fun too!
And here's what our amazing team came up with to get you inspired ...





Don't have a blog or online gallery?
Email a picture of your creation to just-add-ink@hotmail.com and
we'll publish it and add it to Mr Linky on your behalf, for others to see.

Mr. Linky will close Wednesday 28th July at 23:59WST. Be here on Thursday 29th July to see the Design Teams top picks!

Just Add Ink Challenges Participants
1. Jodene
2. Karen Thomas
3. Kim Badelt
4. Tina Gillespie
5. Karen Southwell
6. Gayatri
7. Melissa - correct entry :)
8. Vannessa
9. Shelley Germann
10. Karen G
11. Jean
12. Beverly Gotthardt
13. Tina Gillespie #2
14. Katie Ridden
15. Carole Stedman
16. Leigh Ann Baird
17. Kris Sobolik
18. Lisa Jansen
19. erin t
20. Julie
21. Susan Joyce
22. Rhonda Imrie
23. Julia Leece x4
24. Rebecca Scurr
25. Jo
26. Kristen Conant
27. Patrice Herrera
28. Bron Heslop
29. Rachel Moore
30. Amanda
31. Kris McIntosh
32. Debi Ryan
33. Gemma Coumbe
34. Lisa Jansen - Take 2
35. Paula Fuller
36. Kathy Tanner
37. Naomi
38. Tracy McCarroll
39. Sandy
40. Jeane
41. Jen Mitchell
42. Leah Weir
43. Rachel Jackson
44. Ellen Imrie
45. Belinda Watson
46. Claire Dauncey
47. Julia Moss
48. Andrea L - EnchantINK
49. CherylAnn Robinson
50. Laurel S
51. Deb Fearns
52. Emma Kirton
53. Judy May
54. jaydee
55. Carolyn
56. LBCrafts
57. Tina Gillespie #3
58. Helen Williams
59. Sharnee Torrents :0)
60. Cassandra
61. Claire Dauncey #2
62. Sandi Spence
63. Erica Cerwin
64. Sabriena Satchwell
65. Maureen in Texas
66. Narelle Freckelton

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Just Add Ink #26 Top Picks

We had SO MANY beautiful entries this week!  There were so many inspirational entries, and the mini-tutorials with some entries were just fabulous!  We all love to learn new techniques, don't we?!

In no particular order, here are this week's Top 5...

Karen Thomas


Leah Weir



Susan Joyce


Karen G




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Tuesday, July 20, 2010

JAI26 Entries So Far!

Have you checked out our entries this week?  You should!  There are some fabulous ideas out there, and even some mini tutorials... What are you waiting for??  :-)



If you haven't already entered, the cut-off time is Wednesday July 21st midnight WST and you can submit your entries HERE.


Thursday, July 15, 2010

Just Add Ink #26 - Just Add Embossing

Hi Inkers!

This week we have a big challenge for you - get out that embossing tool or bone folder - this week our challenge is...
Just Add ...EMBOSSING!

Remember, we request that your challenge submissions are semi-exclusive to Just Add Ink, so please read the rules if you're new here. :)

Rules & Guidelines:
  • Make any project you like (card, layout, 3D project, etc) using our challenge as inspiration.
  • Your creation must be semi-exclusive to our challenge. Entries with 3 or more challenges listed against their creation will be deleted at the discretion of the JAI hosts.
  • Projects must be new.
  • The DT girls are welcome to play along and inspire, but are not eligible for the top picks.
  • Provide a DIRECT LINK to the post on your blog where you've displayed your creation using Mr. Linky. Incorrect links, or blog links that are down-right advertising are not eligible for Top 5 picks, and will be deleted.
  • While the DT uses Stampin' Up! products, you're welcome to use any products you like.
  • Please mention our challenge and provide a link with your post, so others can come and join in the fun too!
Here's what our delightful DT have created for you this week:








Kim Badelt


Chantell Randall
Don't have a blog or online gallery?
Email a picture of your creation to just-add-ink@hotmail.com and
we'll publish it and add it to Mr Linky on your behalf, for others to see.Mr. Linky will close Wednesday 21st July at 23:59WST. Be here on Thursday22nd July to see our Top Picks!

Just Add Ink Challenges Participants
1. Tammy Fite
2. Jess Dee
3. Megan McDonald
4. Jan Radu - Just For Fun!
5. Sandy
6. Jodene (2nd sample)
7. Kooky
8. Leah Weir
9. Christine Blain
10. Karen Thomas
11. Jean
12. Jan Radu - Again!
13. Rachel Jackson
14. Rach Moore
15. Tammy Clarke
16. Desiree
17. Nicole Derendorf
18. Karen Southwell
19. Mae Collins - for fun!
20. Bron Heslop
21. Bronwyn Eastley
22. Tania Gould
23. Karen G
24. Di Barnes
25. Lisa Jansen
26. Jeane
27. Tracey Old NZL
28. Sharnee Torrents :0)
29. Debi Ryan
30. Shelley S
31. Beverley
32. Melissa
33. Gisèle - I SPI
34. Helen H
35. Gayatri
36. Christine Blain - 2nd entry
37. Sharon Dines
38. Shelley S - 2nd go
39. Susan Joyce
40. Claire Dauncey
41. Jane Blakeley
42. Andrea L - EnchantINK
43. erin t
44. Louise Ryan
45. Tina Gillespie
46. Amanda
47. Cassandra
48. Judy May
49. Melissa - correct entry :)
50. Trish - Spring Blossom
51. Sandi Spence
52. Gemma Coumbe

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