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Tuesday 16 September 2014

A preview and some news

Hello everyone and thanks for visiting!

A few weeks ago I was contacted by Sheena Douglas to see if I wanted to become part of her Design Team, the Inkoids. After I picked myself off the floor in surprise, I could not help but say yes, for even though I was not very familiar with her stamps and other products, I have loved her techniques for a long time.
So today I am sharing the first of the samples I created for her using the stamps from her latest release. You will be able to see the stamps in all their glory on Friday at 9 am on Create and Craft. Hope you'll tune in then, I promise you will not be disappointed!

So here is one of my samples, there will be several to follow in the days to come.
The background was created with Distress Inks on Sheena's stamping card (this is the best most wonderful stamping card I have ever used and I am not just saying that...), the highlights were created using the faux bleach technique, just using a small brush and water, taking away the ink and then blotting with some kitchen paper.

Hope you'll tune in next Friday and thanks so much for visiting!!

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50 comments:

  1. Dorthe16 September 2014 at 15:19

    The background is so beautiful Astrid,- Looks wonderful with the faux bleach technique around the moon,giving the piece so much life. And love the qoute used with this "bird" Phoenix stamp.
    Congartulations dear, for this new venture ,I will look forward seing all the stamps and how you uses them .
    Dorthe
    xoxo

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  2. massofhair16 September 2014 at 15:41

    Wow Astrid HUGE CONGRATULATIONS on joining The Inkoids. Am a huge Sheena fan so knowing your cards will be part of her show will bring a smile when i am watching.

    Already have the shows on record, am really happy for you! Your card as always is beautiful, the faux bleach technique is great isn't it. Must try and get hold of some of the stamping card, if you like it that's good enough for me.

    Again, Huge Congrats!!! :-) xxx

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  3. Valerie-Jael16 September 2014 at 15:47

    Gorgeous, and congrats! Valerie

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  4. Unknown16 September 2014 at 15:57

    Wow! Many congratulations on your new DT position, this is a wonderful news and they couldn't have asked a better person! Big humans up, Astrid!
    Your card is wonderful! I LOVE Phoenix images as much as I love butterflies! I made an abstract drawing of a Phoenix with my Big Brush pens a while back.. I love their whimsical look and this stamp is just gorgeous! You card is sunning!!
    Xx

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  5. Maryanne16 September 2014 at 16:05

    Congratulations, Astrid! You certainly deserve to be part of the team! I love card you made with the Phoenix! It's a beautiful stamp!

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  6. Rita16 September 2014 at 16:17

    Beautiful card Astrid. Congratulations on your new appointment, I know you will be a great asset to Sheena's team. Enjoyed our Day yesterday. Hugs Rita xx

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  7. froebelsternchen16 September 2014 at 16:31

    Many congratulations on your new DT Job dear Astrid! Wow!
    This first card is just awesome!

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  8. lisa16 September 2014 at 17:32

    It's great to have you on the team, Astrid and I love your Phoenix, it has real atmosphere.
    Hugs Lisax

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  9. Maryann Laursen16 September 2014 at 18:14

    WAUW Astrid biig CONGRATULATIONS, but you certainly also deserve it. You are one of the best ink artist I know about, so I´m not that surprised, and your preview here is absolutely gorgeous as always. Looking forward to see more on C & C on friday again.

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  10. Fliss16 September 2014 at 18:42

    Really gorgeous creation Astrid and many congratulations on your awesome news too!
    Hugs, Fliss xx

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  11. Juliz Design Post16 September 2014 at 18:46

    Wow Astrid, fantastic news and what an asset you will be to them.
    Your card is stunning and I must watch C and C on Friday to hopefully catch a glimpse of it.
    Congratulations on your achievement,
    Julie x

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  12. Scrumplescrunch16 September 2014 at 19:25

    Hello Astrid,
    Congratulations, the card is gorgeous, I shall check out the site.
    Smiles:)
    Sue

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  13. Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries16 September 2014 at 19:34

    Congratulations Astrid becoming DT member...Your first creation is a lovely one...Enjoy!!
    greetings, Alie :-)

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  14. Redanne16 September 2014 at 19:38

    Huge congratulations Astrid, you will be a fantastic addition to Sheena's team. I have loads of Sheena's stamps along with paints/mediums that she uses and really don't use them often enough.

    Love your beautiful card, it is quite stunning! Anne x

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  15. pam16 September 2014 at 19:54

    hi Astrid, Huge Congratulations on your new DT position, stunning card..will be watching the show..
    pam x

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  16. Almo16 September 2014 at 20:01

    Many Congratulations Astrid on joining Sheena's DT the Inkoids. Your Pheonix looks wonderful against the background you have created. I Look forward to seeing much more of your wonderful work and will tune in Friday. Mo x

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  17. Jackie PN16 September 2014 at 20:17

    Congratulations dear Astrid!! WHo wouldn't want you on their design team!! This is a fabulous card with beautiful stamping! Looking forward to more!! xoxo

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  18. Anonymous16 September 2014 at 20:39

    Beautiful card Astrid, love the background ! Congratulations too ! Sue C x

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  19. Jenny Marples16 September 2014 at 20:42

    What an honour and such a great way to start this new creative adventure Astrid! I'm so pleased for you and not surprised at all that you would be sought out for your inky expertise. Jenny x

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  20. Inky and Quirky Designs16 September 2014 at 20:49

    Congrats Astrid,well deserved. Stunning card,really striking

    Hugs
    Donna xx

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  21. Meggymay16 September 2014 at 22:07

    Fantastic card, love background and that magnificent Phoenix.
    Congratulations on the DT place, its going to be fun.
    Yvonne

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  22. rachel16 September 2014 at 22:12

    so very well done Astrid - I'm really pleased for you! Fabulous make and I adore what I have seen of the new stamps x

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  23. Mrs.B16 September 2014 at 22:25

    Congratulations on the new DT post and such a fabulous card too. It's a stunning background for this magical image.
    Avril x

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  24. Netty16 September 2014 at 22:25

    Love the great colours and design Astrid. Congratulations on your new DT position, you are going to be a very busy lady. Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  25. Terry16 September 2014 at 22:58

    Astrid, what great news and congratulations! It is no wonder you would be asked to join the DT with such a gorgeous first creation! The background is gorgeous and magical. Love it!

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  26. Brenda Brown17 September 2014 at 01:32

    Such exciting news my friend, you will rock Sheenas designs and this is a wonderful example.
    Hugs Brenda xxx

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  27. Inkypinkycraft17 September 2014 at 06:16

    huge congrats , so well deserved x sorry for the lack of comments it has all been a bit busy x

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  28. chrissie17 September 2014 at 08:09

    What wonderful news Astrid and so well deserved. The work on this card is so beautiful and I have made a note of the paper you mentioned.

    Love Chrissie x

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  29. Stamps and Paper17 September 2014 at 08:56

    Wow Astrid what an amazing card wonderful colours..congrats on your fabulous news

    Anne

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  30. Mrs O crafty blog17 September 2014 at 09:23

    Fabulous card Astrid, and it's great to have you join us, Px

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  31. Ros Crawford17 September 2014 at 10:06

    Congrats Astrid! And your card is beautiful ... lovely technique!

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  32. Deborah17 September 2014 at 11:33

    Brilliant news, Astrid! And so richly deserved. I bet you get a name check on Friday :-)

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  33. Anneke17 September 2014 at 12:38

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  34. Anneke17 September 2014 at 12:42

    Sorry Astrid something went wrong and I don't know how to change it. I also wantend to say that I am happy for you. Youndiserve it. Your work is high quality. Love Anneke.

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  35. Anneke17 September 2014 at 12:44

    This is wonderful work. I cannot find the right words to expressie my feelings looking at this great work of yours. Thank you for giving me this feeling Anneke.

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  36. Karin17 September 2014 at 16:04

    wow this looks beautiful, great stamps! Congratulations and have fun! Groetjes Karin

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  37. Rosie17 September 2014 at 18:27

    A gorgeous card, Astrid. Congratulations on your news

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  38. Jennie Atkinson17 September 2014 at 18:38

    Fabulous news Astrid! how wonderful. And what an amazing card. Jennie x

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  39. Annie17 September 2014 at 22:03

    Huge congratulations Astrid....I am thrilled for you and look forward to viewing your makes. Whilst I don't have Sheena's stamps I love to watch her on that well known craft channel. She shares some fantastic techniques and lots of tips. Your card is stunning x

    Huge hugs
    Annie x

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  40. Silvia(Barnie)17 September 2014 at 22:10

    Congratulations :) Well deserved :) Your first DT piece looks wonderful, love the color scheme and the image.

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  41. Unknown17 September 2014 at 22:23

    CONGRATS... on being asked to join this DT... I will check it out after this comment... but just wanted to say that I love this look... the back ground is DELIGHTFUL Astrid... and you always make wonderful, delightful and eloquent items... so I am intrigued to see what next... with open eyes, mind and heart... Love, Light and Peace...Bonnie

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  42. maria's knutselplezier18 September 2014 at 05:22

    Wow , what a wonderful creation, I love your background , it really creates a special atmosphere, and I love your special creature in the sky!!! Great ART!!

    Greetings
    Maria

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  43. Paper Creations by Shirley18 September 2014 at 12:36

    Gorgeous design Astrid, love the image & colours. Congratulations on your new DT spot, well-deserved. Looking forward to more beautiful creations. Shirleyxx

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  44. Linda Coughlin, the funkie junkie18 September 2014 at 13:16

    Congratulations on a well-deserved opportunity to join the Inkoids. Beautiful work on this card. The background is gorgeous and the phoenix has such energy. One can feel the hope surging through it. You will be such a great addition to the team!

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  46. Anita Houston The Artful Maven18 September 2014 at 15:57

    Congrats to you, and LOVE that phoenix!!!

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  47. Kirsten19 September 2014 at 11:47

    Congrats Astrid, that is a beautiful card.

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  48. Margaret Mifsud22 September 2014 at 13:10

    Huge congratulations Astrid on the new DT spot!! Not at all surprised that they would want you on their team, your work is awesome!!! Loooove this gorgeous card ... Spectacular!! ox

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  49. Cazro30 September 2014 at 01:01

    Congratulations Astrid, I was delighted when I heard the news. Not at all surprised for youdr artwork is something individual and very special. Hugs form our ATC days Cazro

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  50. Ruth1 October 2014 at 23:30

    I'm so behind with visiting! Congrats Astrid, love the cards and later work you have done with the Phoenix, just gorgeous!!!

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