Thursday, August 11, 2011

Introducing... Ayako!

About a year ago, I asked my dear sis to draw some images for me, so that I could make some calendars or other unique crafts to sell at craft fairs. She obliged and came up with some really cute stuff! Ayako was one of the first images she sent me, and I fell in love with her from the moment I saw her. Ayako is actually my Aunty Jan's middle name. We are very very close and very much alike. We both share the love of crafting amongst other things and I can normally count on her to go craft shopping with me when I'm in town. She's even helped me make some samples using Sister Stamps images that I've shared with you on previous posts. Thanks Aunty- you're the best!

I decided to make an easel card using Ayako as the focal point. I love how our stamps fit pretty well in Spellbinder dies, which were used here. I added some flowers to accent.. just love that new spray I got from Wild Orchid Crafts! The other flowers are from All Natural Accents.


Here's a better look at Ayako...


And here's the easel card when it's open. The washi paper I used was the color inspiration for this card. I always feel that a little bit of washi goes a long way, so I only cut a small strip and used it as an accent. I guess the color scheme was somewhat valentine-y, so I went with a heart shaped sentiment to prop up the easel. You can't really see it but the sentiment says "Konnichiwa" which was part of that Konnichiwa set by My Cute Stamps. I love how our stamps work with other asian sets on the market. I bought that Konnichiwa set when they were offering to make a donation to the Japan Earthquake Relief Fund earlier this year.


OK everyone... its Candy time! Here's the rules for all candy giveaways during this 2nd release. Thought we'd spread the love a bit this time and offer up a chance to win each image individually so there are more chances to win!

  1. Become a follower on this blog if you aren't already. We will confirm if you are a follower or not, so please follow publicly to be eligible.
  2. Only one entry per person please. If you post more than once by accident, we will only enter you once.
  3. Post a comment on THIS POST by August 31, 2011 11:59pm HST. For chances to win the other stamps, post on EACH introduction post.
  4. Spread the word (not required but appreciated)!
  5. Tell us about other images you would like to see. (Again, no guarantees... all I can do is pass the word...)

Check in soon to meet the rest of the new releases!

Supplies:
  • Ayako stamp- Sister Stamps
  • Heart Punches- EK Success
  • Washi paper- Hanko Designs
  • Cardstock- Bazzil
  • Square and Lacey square dies- Spellbinders
  • Flowers- All Natural Accents and Wild Orchid Crafts

26 comments:

  1. Your card is so beautiful and Ayako is so adorable. Already a follower.

    Hugs
    Kate

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  2. Ayako is sooo cute!! Love the easel card and the black really makes the image pop! Cant wait to see more! ;)

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  3. Totally awesome images on the 2nd release.. Can't wait to create with them when it gets here.. Gorgeous easel card with Ayako, cute sentiment (Konnichiwa).
    Sister Stamps you da best!
    Keep on creating more stamps!
    Hugs to you all~

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  4. So cute!! I'm totally excited about this next release!!!

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  5. Ayako is super cute - she caught my eye when you used her on your calendars.

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  6. Super cute!!! Excited to see more...especially more boy stamps! :)

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  7. Aya!! Ayako is really cute. Love ur easel card, and I definitely love how the Sister stamps fit in the Spellbinders. More boy images would be lovely, or background images. TFS! :)

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  8. Ayako is really cute, just like all of the other characters! I would love to see videos on YouTube of the creation of these cards from start to finish! Especially this easel card. How about some babies and or families for new images?

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  9. beautiful card. I preordered this stamp!!! i just cant wait! :
    )

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  10. Ayako is so cute. I love both the image and the card creation

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  11. Love your new Sister Stamps. Your sample cards are so inspiring. Ayako is wonderful - sweet and sassy at the same time!

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  12. Ayako is so adorbs....and the card creation is awesome...tfs...:)Liann

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  13. Love the latest stamps! Ayako really does remind me of your Aunty Jan! Maybe the next set could be something seasonal for the new years!!!

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  14. Ok, I still can't believe that Jan is YOUR Aunty Jan! OMG - that was so funny - and don't forget - we have a standing lunch date whenever you're in town! Dim sum, here we come!!! Love all the new designs Jenny - can't wait for them to come in!

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  15. i absolutely love this stamp! and this card is beautiful!

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  16. Your stamps are beautiful! I have searched for Asian stamps for my daughters' adoption albums and was so glad to find your wonderful images.

    Your cards are also very beautiful!

    Good luck with your new release.

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  17. Oh my, Ayako is so pretty with her kasa! I can hardly wait to get my second release set. Denise's drawing skills are so awesome...how about a Japanese wedding couple, or a prince and princess like a hina ningyo?

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  18. Ayako is just perfect for Hilo rain - So cute! Can't wait to start stamping her. I'd love to see your zodiac characters come out into stamps

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  19. love this easel card! such a cute image! laura j

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  20. I love this card! Ayako is my favorite, I think because of the umbrella she's twirling. Hello, Kahalu`u is kind of like Hilo when it comes to rain.
    I love blog candy and I'm already a follower. I'll be sure to mention you on my blog. Actually, I just stuck your badge on my blog too.
    TFS and warm hugs your way.

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  21. this stamp is so cute!! thanks for the chance to win!

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  22. Ayako is my FAVE from this release!! even more so now that i see your awesome card! Love it! =D hmmm, maybe some sakura stamps?!?! to coordinate with the wonderful girls!!

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  23. She's definitely a fave because of her umbrella! Such a cute pose! Can't wait for the release!

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  24. she just too cute with her umbrella, she's my Fave too! So excited about the new release.

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  25. Your easel card is so beautiful! Love the color combo and the use of the spellbinder. Can't wait for the new release.

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  26. love all the images...especially ayako and her parasol. makes me think of walking under cherry blossom trees, even though Ive never even seen one :)

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