Well I am leaving for the beach... Myrtle Beach to be exact. One of my all time favorite places. Just think happy thoughts for me, of no hurricanes or tropical storms. It is that time of year, but this is the only week I could get off... so off we go.

I did want to tell everyone I have a couple of new artists on board for The Pixie Cottage stamp line, and cannot wait to get their drawings made into stamps. Also, I have new drawings from the artists that were already on board. Would you like to know more about these wonderful gals? I will be posting bios soon.

I also wanted to mention that I have the Ultimate Crafter's Companion in stock in my store. Yes, I saw it at CHA and it got my attention. I now own one, but am sad to say I just haven't had time to play with it.

I also wanted to mention I now have all the Spellbinder's new labels in stock in my store and the new Polar White Flowersoft, so stop by if you get a chance.

Design Team Call for The Pixie Cottage

Please stop over at The Pixie Cottage Blog for details. I look forward to seeing all your great work!

I have a few cards to share...

Well, I have been meaning to post. However, it literally has taken me all week to catch up from the time I spent at CHA. But I am pretty much caught up now thank goodness.

Anyway, I have been hoarding these cards, but I cannot wait any longer, I have to share. I have had a little project going on for a few months. Well ,it was more than a "little" project. I am in the process of starting my own stamp company. It is called The Pixie Cottage

I will soon be releasing my first bunch of stamps. What has been taking me so long is the never ending debate of red rubber versus clear stamps. There seems to be strong opinions on both. I would love to hear opinions on this. I have not ruled out having them made both ways to appease the masses.

I have some wonderful artists on board and cannot wait to show the whole line to everyone. I am so proud of these ladies: Andrea, Sandra, Alisa and Melissa. They have such talent, and all unique in their own way. More on these gals soon. Below you will find a few cards I have managed to get done. My coloring is coming along, but still leaves a lot to be desired. (Please note the sentiment stamp is not part of my line, but one I bought elsewhere)

I also have a blog dedicated strictly to my stamp company Here

It is in the early stages so please bare with me. I have trouble enough with just keeping up with this one. That is where I will be putting out a call for a design team soon, so please if you are interested also sign up to watch that blog.

So tell me what you think of these stamps?

Blog Candy Winner

First, let me tell I just got in late last night from CHA/Disney. I am exhausted. I could easily go back to bed right now! But I have tons of catching up to do. On the CHA front... I saw a lot of great products. First of all, for all you distress stickle fans.... there are NEW distress stickles coming out. I didn't get a chance to write down all the names, but more to come on that. I also got to meet a great gal from Unity Stamps. I was able to look at their stamps and I really think I will have to start carrying their line in my store. They are red rubber cling mounted, which seem to be the thing these days. I did take some time to make some goodies at a few make and takes. AND I saw all the new Spellbinders!! Also, did you know Sizzix has a new die cutter, it is a huge thing, (cuts 12 x 12 paper) and their new embosser is so cute, shaped like a purse, in a pretty blue color, and the price being quite reasonable on that.

WELL .... to the winner of the blog candy. I was so very happy with the huge response to my very first blog candy, thank you everyone for stopping by and for becoming followers of my blog. I have decided to send a small second place prize also to say an extra thanks to you all. I used a random number generator to pick both first and second, and the winner is ANGIE!!!!!
Second place prize goes to Katherine!!! If both of you ladies would email me with your addresses I will get your prizes right out to you this week. CASDANBEN@AOL.COM

Thanks again to everyone, and when I get caught up on shipping and ordering this week I will be putting another blog candy together to post soon.