Krafty Peeks, Day 1

Can you believe it's already time for another Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps release?  It feels like it was only yesterday that I was showing you the banner I made with the new KKS Halloween images.  But here it is: the middle of September.  Time be flyin'!  The holidays will be here before we know it...

 

Thus, it's only fitting that Kraftin' Kimmie's September release is all about CHRISTMAS!  Are you ready for four fun-filled days of Yuletide yumminess?  Excellent!  Then let's get it started...

Today, the Krafty Girls and Guests are giving you a look-see at the sweet new images by Cheryl Alger.  All of Cheryl's images this month revolve around the Nativity, and collectively they're called the O HOLY NIGHT set.  I'm a sucker for a cute Nativity scene; I have lots of 'em scattered all over the house during the Christmas season. I especially love images of Baby Jesus in the manger, surrounded by Mary and Joseph. Cheryl's got an adorable one among her images this month, and I'm sure one of the Krafty Girls will be showing it off to you today. 

As for me though, I've got a trio of cutey-patootie WISE MEN to show you:

Isn't that one of the sweetest Wise Men images you've ever seen?  I just love their little toes sticking out of their sandals!  (And no, I'm defnitely NOT a foot person...)  I'm working on yet another banner; I hope you aren't sick of them.  Once I got ahold of this wonderful release, I couldn't help myself! I don't have the whole banner done yet, but I do have several 'installments' (<--- how do you like that term, Michele? ;) ) to show you over the next several days. 

Here are a few banner details for those who are interested:

• I used Spellbinders' 2010 Heirloom Ornament dies for my base.  I bought these from Scrapmart while at the Creating Keepsakes Convention vendor fair a couple of weeks ago, but you can also order from Scrapmart online.  Their prices are really reasonable, and they're an Oklahoma-based company, which I like because Lord knows we need the industry here in good ol' OK. 
• Note: I'm not going to link other companies I may mention during this post because - of course - I want the spotlight to be solely on Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps because it's KKS's Peek Day.  But, I do want to go ahead and give you the info, because if I don't do it now?  It will flit out of my pea brain into the ether, never to return.  That's what happens to your brains on stamping, you know... Anyway, if there's something you really want/need a link to but can't find via a Google search, email me and I'd be happy to oblige.
• I got the idea for how to hang the ornament from my sweet friend, Susan Liles (she's not a company so I don't mind linking to her in this post.  By the way, this is not any sort of "rule" anyone has come up with - I'm just trying to do unto the company I'm representing as I'd want one of my designers to do unto me if I owned a stamp company.  Any thoughts on that?  I'd be very interested in your point of view :) ). 
• Behind the ornament die cut, I added an elegant "topper" made using The Cat's Pajamas' Sunflower Rosette CutUps die.  I used the Sunflower Rosette die cut unfolded - I like it that way almost as much as I like it all folded up!  I punched a hole in the ornament/topper, then added a loop of gold ribbon, tied around the ribbon with some PTI twine, and topped it off with a pearly button.  A gold cord will run through all of the loops.  The finished product can be used as a banner or garland. 
• I hand-stitched around the ornaments with metallic embroidery thread from DMC.  It's a little tougher to work with than regular embroidery thread, but it gives it a nice, rich look that's perfect for the holidays.
• The image was stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black on to Copic X-Press Blending cardstock.  I love this card stock so much - it's definitely my go to cardstock for all Copic coloring (which is pretty much all I do these days).  I only wish Copic would make it in ivory!  I'm sure the folks at Copic are getting a lot of requests for this.  I'll see what I can find out about it and let you know. :)
• The ornament base paper is Gumdrop Green cardstock from MFT, and the patterned paper is "Merry Christmas - Words" by the Paper Studio (Hobby Lobby).  The topper paper is Ruby Red card stock from SU!  I bought the gold ribbon and buttons at WalMart.
• And, of course, the image is popped up from the ornament with tons of Jody's foam boosters.

Go to the KKS Challenge Blog for direct links to all of the Krafty Girls and Guests posting Peeks today.  Want a chance to win free stamps?  Then leave comments on all of the Krafty Peekin' Blogs; one lucky commenter will win Cheryl's entire O Holy Night set PLUS the Nativity Sentiments set.  Woo-hoo!

See you tomorrow, friends!

Comments

[Cindi F]

How beautiful! I can't wait to see the banner.

[Jill]

What an awesome idea! Love this!
Jill
http://craftwithanangel.blogspot.com/

[Deborah D]

Beautiful creation!!! Love it!
Greets Deborah

[Vicki]

And that is the sweetest project Carole!!!! Love love love the colours!

Vicki

[Brandi]

I'm excited to see the rest of the banner ~ this part is sooo cute! :)

[Tricia Carrier]

I love this sooo muche! It also makes a great ornament for the receiver!!!

[Wilfreda]

Really cute idea.

[Karen Mar]

Wow, can't wait to see that banner. Love the card and the colours you chose.

[Robin (scrappintlc)]

Gorgeous ornament. Love that little beard, makes me chuckle. I can't wait to see the whole banner. Love your philospohy on not linking. Makes sense. Most times I get perturbed by no instructions of at least a supplies list, but you did that so I think its fine. :)

[cort]

I love that idea! Great job!

[Tosha]

Great idea, this would make a perfect gift for just about anyone! Thanks for sharing.

[Flo]

Love your ornament. You did such a great job coloring it, the colors look soft and muted. Great.

[donna]

Super cute. Love the ornament!

[Angie Ashuk]

The 3 wise men are so darn cute. I love it!!

[rhonda]

Super cute! I can't wait to see your whole banner!

[sandye Curry]

So, so cute!

[Carolyn king]

Great ornament!!! Cannot wait to see yournew banner;)

[Rachel H.]

What an absolutely fabulous idea!!

[Candi]

What a very cute idea! These stamps really are too adorable!

[Shari Green]

I can not wait to see the rest of the banner! THis pease would make a beautiful tree ornament too!

[Alba]

Wow! it's soooo cute!!! Love the image and the shape!!!!!!

[Chris]

Love the ornament .. I was thinking this would also be good hanging on the door.

[Melissa]

Very cool!!!

[Brigitte]

WOW, beautiful banner, love the colouring!
Brigitte

[Nic]

Gorgeous. I can't wait to see the rest of the banner. Me thinks I might have to have a go too.
Nxxx

[Jodi Miller]

So cute - Love the new stamps!

[Amanda R]

So cute! I can't wait to see the other "installments:!

[Jody Morrow]

Gorgeous, Carole. Love it. Your coloring is awesome on that image! Pretty banner piece and can't wait for the rest of the installment. :)

[Debbie Stephens]

Wow, you've got alot of work in this and it shows. Can't wait to see the rest!! Great Job!

[Kris]

Wonderful idea! So beautiful. Can't wait to see your finished product.

[Leah Ann Gast]

Wonderful card. Love the image! Oh I love all these images :O)

[Linda Carson]

What festive fun! Love the long stitches, coloring & design!

[JessicaK]

can't wait to see the rest of the banner!

[Janine B]

Great way to use this new set.

[richard]

This is adorable, and I really am looking forward to the banner! You have inspired me to do an autumn one, albeit MUCH simpler than your beautiful one!!
Cheers!

[Evette K. Ciampo]

these guys can come to my house anytime. love these new stamps as they are so "cute" and I am into cute big time. Plus I was born December 21 so I am all about Christmas and always have been. Thanks for the chance at a win. ekciampo@yahoo.com

[Jessie/knightrone]

LOVE this one, too!

[Cheryl]

They do have some cute toes, don't they!!!! Love this beautiful project.