Hey, guess what?! I am now a member of the design team for THERE SHE GOES Clear Stamps...also known as a Junior Trendsetter! Interesting, right? I don't think I've even been known as a Trendsetter but, what the heck, let's go with it. So, this all started on September 1st and it just so happens that THERE SHE GOES is celebrating their 3rd year in business with a bunch of fun stuff this month. What kind of fun stuff? Well, how about a PAPER DOLL CHALLENGE.
Ever made a paper doll from one of your stamped images? It's really pretty easy. Leave a bit of space at the bottom of you image when you cut it out. Then use a half circle piece of cardstock to create the other part of the base to make your image stand up. You cut up from the bottom of the stamped image about 1/2 inch and you cut down from the top edge of the half circle piece then insert one into the other so that they criss-cross to create the base.
As for my card here, I used this adorable OUT OF THIS WORLD set by Melyssa Connolly. I fell in love with these cute little people and their space stuff at first sight. I really like that there are some repeat images in two sizes....like the moon surface. Sometimes you need various sizes to create a scene. I used the larger moon images - stamped a few times - to create a "pocket" at the bottom of the card front so that the paper dolls could be tucked inside. That way, the card includes those images whether you have the dolls put together or not. A piece of October Afternoon Rocket Age paper was the perfect backdrop for the surface of the moon.
So, let's see your paper dolls! Make sure that you use keyword TSGBDAY1 for your keyword when uploading to Splitcoast or any other gallery site so that we can see what you've made. For all of the challenge details - plus more DT samples - you can go HERE on the TSG blog.
Oh, I have such a soft spot for anything having to do with outer space and this is SO cute! That little one dressed as an alien is just precious & I love the idea of the paper dolls being pulled out and played with... Awesome card, Leigh :)
Posted by: Noelle McAdams | September 05, 2011 at 07:29 PM
Aack so cute! I could sit and study your coloring all.day.long!!!
Posted by: Amy | September 05, 2011 at 10:49 PM
Whoa! Super cuteness!
Posted by: Kathy Martin | September 06, 2011 at 07:35 AM
Wow! They are so cute! Love that they can be a card and paper dolls! Congrats on the new DT!!
Posted by: Rachel G | September 06, 2011 at 09:03 AM
Awesome little card Leigh:) I {heart} this set too- can't wait for my package to get here so I can play along!! Congrats to you and I am so excited to be along side such talent (again;)...xo
Posted by: Jenny Peterson | September 06, 2011 at 09:55 AM
Oh my goodness, so cute!!
Posted by: Tanya Phillips | September 06, 2011 at 01:24 PM
Are you kidding?! You've ALWAYS been a trendsetter as far as I'm concerned; nothing junior at all about that! Congrats on the new DT gig, and congrats to TSG, too - they are sooooo lucky to have you!!!!!! These are fab, just like their creator. Never forget how much you rock, girlie. But if you do, let me know so I can remind you. :)
Posted by: Carole Burrage | September 06, 2011 at 08:41 PM
Beautiful work. No wonder you got chosen for this terrific Design Team!
Posted by: SueB | September 07, 2011 at 02:20 AM
Wow! This project is so creative! I love, love the idea with the paper dolls!
Posted by: Elena | September 07, 2011 at 06:53 PM
Oh my ever lovin' goodness, this is just fabulous, how much fun was making that interactive piece of art? Adorable.
Posted by: Rose Kerry | September 07, 2011 at 07:32 PM
Your card is amazing! and those little paper dolls are pure cuteness :) Congratulations on becoming a Trendsetter.
Posted by: Judith Gowdy | September 08, 2011 at 04:33 PM
Love your two little space guys! Even there stands are fancy! Bravo!
~Meredith
Posted by: Crafty Math Chick | September 10, 2011 at 09:36 PM
Oh my WORD...SO FREAKING CUTE!! You are SO a trendsetter. I have been following your blog for years, and I remember when you made a Easter card that was HILARIOUS...Bunny Massacre is what I called it. I have been a HUGE fan ever since, and I am THRILLED to get to work with you! So talented!
Posted by: Jessie/knightrone | September 14, 2011 at 10:17 PM
LOL, Hi Leigh! Stalker paula popping in to see how this twine was put on your card. Trying to do a card in your "style" of more layers than mine. I need eye candy to look at and will be hooking you up on friday as my inspiration. I just LOVED this card! :)
Posted by: paula | September 28, 2011 at 08:21 PM
Oh wow fabulous!! I came her true Paula's blog and she is so right... this card is fabulous!! Love it!
xxx
Mariska
Posted by: Mariska van der Veer | October 01, 2011 at 03:21 AM