Hello Friends, How is everyone today? I have some exciting news that I want to share with you! I have been invited to be part of the very talented DT team at Simon Says Stamp… I am so excited and so honored! As you might already know that they have some pretty neat weekly challenges and it’s a great way for me to think out of the box. Now I will have a new way to use my yummy Penny Black stamps in unique ways and share them with you. Today’s challenge at Simon Says Stamp is the perfect example of what I am taking about. Read here for all of the details. I forgot to mention… Simon Says Stamp chooses a random winner for a $50.00 gift certificate each week!
For this necklace I used Tim Holtz’s Sizzix die, distress ink, grunge board and two Penny Black stamps. All of the supplies are linked below along with instructions if you are interested. If want some other ideas of projects other than cards I have some examples for you. Wine tags here, sentiments in a tube here, gift card holder here, and a FELT gift card along with more wine tagshere.
Friday I will announce the winner of my blog candy here.
With all that said here are the instructions:
Cut two sets of Tim’s die with water color paper (for layering) then, cut another set from grunge board.
Layout how you want to form the necklace.
I colored the wings with Copics markers so I could get some heavy shading to show up on the necklace once the wings are attached. I used BG45, BG49 and BG18.
The heart pieces were colored with Barn Door distress ink. Stamp the heart with the letter background stamp in Aged Mahogany. All of the blue pieces were stamped with PB’s new paisley stamp.
I switched up the way I wanted to layer the heart. I pierced a hole in the wings to insert a jump ring but, it didn’t fit so I wedged it between the grunge board and the paper. Add some glossy accents to secure the jump ring in place.
Then you can add some pearls or bling to your necklace. I found an old necklace that I don’t wear any more for the chain. Do you like the pearls or should I have left the heart more simple. Hummm….
On the wing you can really see the details in the paisley stamp from PB. Soon it will be available in your LLS. A big thanks to the Simon Says DT for your warm welcome and a big thanks to you for visiting my blog. Happy creating! Thanks again! Hugs, Kathy
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Supplies:(click on a thumb nail to see products larger)
Isha says
What a lovely idea Kathy. TFS
Dawn says
Congrats Kathy…. what a great way to combine your DT duties. This project is amazing… shows that stamps and dies can be used for so much more than cards and LO’s…. love what you created.
Ujjwal says
Congratulations Kathy!! Love this heart necklace!!
cebelica says
Looks great!
Pinkllilac says
Congrats on your new DT position, well deserved as your creations are beautiful, love the necklace too.
Hugs Linda
Monika Reeck says
Congrats dear Kathy, (I am so sorry cause of go to school every day I have so less time to do blogging..)I am so happy that you are now DT on Simon Says and I love to challenge my self there too…hope one day I win they voucher…Cute creation Kathy..hugs
pinky says
Stunning makes, I love you change the appearance of each of the shapes. Congratulations on your new post:)
joey says
Many Congrats Kathy I can think of nobody better to take a dt post at simon says,this is stunning I adore this colour combo! Joey xx
Ruth S says
Love your necklace project Kathy – and the pearls rock 😉 It’s great to see ideas for using stamps in other ways like this, apart from cards and layouts, thanks!
Lorraine A says
Gorgeous necklace Kathy ,, I LOVE it and the pearls are a perfect addition !! Gorgeous colours !! perfect debut creation 🙂
Welcome to the team, we are all looking forward to working with you and seeing more of your fabby art !! 🙂
luv
Lols x x x
~ Ali Watson ~ says
Fabulous news Kathy you will be truly inspiring to have on the SSS team. wonderful creations you are so inspirational.
Have a fab day
Ali x
CinnamonSally says
Congratulations Kathy and I love your heart necklace, so clever. I love the pearls by the way!
Brenda says
Congratulations Kathy, what an awesome position! I love your beautiful necklace, fantastic colours! Love the added pearls and stickles!
Deirdre says
Wooooohoooooooo Kathy.. so thrilled for you. Congrats. ADORE what you created… so different, real fun, thanks for sharing. You are a creative genius!
Desirée~ScrapDees says
wow great neckless and thanks for the tutoral!
Kelly Massman says
Congrats! And, cool necklace!
Leanne says
Very elegant.
Joy says
So, so happy for you Kathy, you will be awesome on this team, love your necklace..you are so talented, hugs!
Debbi says
Congratulations!! That is wonderful and well-deserved news for you.
Your necklace is so pretty. What a great idea!
*smiles*
debbi
Julie says
Wow – what an amazing creation!
Melissa S says
Congrats! I love the necklace w the pearls!
Lin says
Congratultions, Kathy! Another place to see our fantastic creations!
Barb says
Big congrats, Kathy! So exciting! Your necklace is fabulous! The pearls add to the charm! Love it!
Juls says
just fabulous!!! Hugs Juls
Jo (Boots the Monkey) says
Absolutely gorgeous Kathy, what a fabulous idea.
Welcome to the SSS family, lovely to be working with you.
Hugs,
Jo x
Shirl says
Congrats on the new DT stint, Kathy! I like the necklace with the pearls…looks fantastic!
Chelle says
It’s gorgeous and I love the pearls in it.
PATTY says
this is beautiful. thanks for sharing
pcm says
WOW!!!!!! LOVE this project and love the pearls. 🙂 Congrats on being part of the DT, they are lucky to have you!
Maylee says
Congratulations Kathy!
mobolilu says
Congratulations! You make so wonderful things– it was time to get a job like this!
Wonderful idea with the Heart! I never thought about to use the grunge board for a neckless!
Best wishes!
ILo
Cathy A says
congrats sista, lovely project too…can just picture you wearing this beauty.
Tanya says
So cool! And big congrats on the new DT position!
Jan Garber says
Congratulations! You deserve it!
And thanks for posting the necklace! That is so cool! It reminded me that I have several packages of Tim’s grunge board and haven’t used a single piece! This is something my daughter would probably like! Or it would look gorgeous on a scrap page! Thanks again for all the ideas!
Samantha says
I just wanted to say Congratulations I love your blog you are very very inspiring I LOVE simon Says Stamp and play regularly… Great new you will be a DT their! AWESOME!! ehhehee! Excited for you!
Brilliant Grunge Heart and Tut! and thanks for doing candy too! hugs Samantha :0)
Yvette K says
Congratulations Kathy!! The necklace is beautiful!
Mandy says
Welcome to our little family Kathy, it’s lovely to have you join us.
Your necklace is beautiful, wonderful idea, I love the pearls hun they add a perfect extra special touch
hugs Mandy xx
Message Keeper says
Congratulations on your new role in Simon Says Stamp DT, Kathy! May your inspirations keeps flowing its way to you like this necklace project! Such a wonderful creation!
Christiana says
Kathy, this is SO beautiful! I love it. What a creative use of stamps and copics. Thank you so much for sharing it! You should wear it with pride.
Congrats on the DT postition! That’s awesome!
And p.s. I like the pearls!
Eve says
I’ve just read YOUR NAME on simon says, before i came to check your blog tonight. Congratulations! I luv that necklace!! beautiful colors, as usual, and luv the way you put those pearls, randomely inside of the hearts!
Virginia L. says
WAY to go on the DT at Simon Says Stamp!! What a way to stretch your creativity!!!!!This necklace says it all!
Tracey says
WOW!!!!! How EXCITING is this Sista!!!! Your necklace is AMAZING!!! If anyone can think “outside” the box, it is definitely YOU!!!!! YOu are so talented at this Kathy!!! Can’t wait to see your other creative creations 🙂
debby4000 says
Oh this is stunning and I love the pearls.
luv
Debby
Rica says
Welcome to the SSS family Kathy, I’m sure you’re going to provide me with much inspiration!!
When I saw your necklace I just ‘fell in love’- it’s beautiful!!! Wonderful colours and those pearls finish it so beautifully.
hugs
Heather xx
sallysbitz says
Congratulations on your DT post, you will be a great assett xx
Your necklace is sooo gorgeous, personally I like the pearls and glitz you have added.
My Daughter would just adore this & how unique x
hugs sally x
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Vicky says
Amazing! So creative project!!! Congratulations for being in the DT of SimonSaysStamps!
You so worth it!!!!
Tracey Brossart says
Wow super gorgeous! Thanks so much for the distressing tips! 😀
xx Tracey xx
Sarpreet says
hi Kathy, this is stunning, love your design. The pearls made it even more so so so so much gorgeous.
Congratulations on your DT post! It is well and truly deserved – I will be super excited to see all your work.
This is really inspiring.
You are really talented, and so generous in sharing your creativity.
Just sent you an email.
email: Steph@SimonSaysStamp.com says
Wow!! Kathy may I first just say..WELCOME!! We are so happy to have you on our team!! Now…to you’re necklace..well..it’s GORGEOUS! The colors are BRILL and I love the pearl accents, brilliant work!
*mwah*
Steph
Simon Says Stamp
Jill says
No stinkin’ way! I love this necklace! Congrats on the position with SSS! They are lucky to have you!! 🙂
Kelly Booth says
Wow wow and Wow…so proud of you girly! Love ya…xoxoxo!
donna mikasa says
Woot woot! congrats, K!! Looking forward to seeing your wonderful creations! Love the necklace–the pearls are a glamorous touch! Awesome!!
Jane says
Welcome to the team Kathy!!! I love your necklace it is stunning!!! gorgeous work! looking forward to working with you! hugs, Jane x