amazing mix and mend projects. plus, WIN a collection of embellishments!

 

who's ready for another fab sassafras giveaway? we want to give you a grand prize to celebrate the release of our four brand new mini alphas: yellow paper, burlap , kraft , and green graph !

 

 
 

the new alphas are super versatile, small, and full of charm.....and shipping now to your favorite store. but in the meantime, we have a super big prize pack filled with all of the new mini alphas PLUS all of our latest embellishment goodness....entwined blooms , vintage brooches , in a stitch blossoms , chipboard stickers , paper whimsies , AND glitter alphas !!

so....how do you win???

*leave a comment here telling us who your all-time favorite at-home crafter extraordinaire is - and why! doesn't have to be a scrapbooker...perhaps you draw your greatest inspiration from an imaginative cook, blogger, interior designer, or chainsaw artist. we want to know! don't forget to leave a link so everybody else can check out your artsy idol.

*we'll draw a random winner this Friday, 10/22, at 3pm mountain time!

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speaking of inspiring artists, if you've never checked out natalie elphinstone's blog you should! it's filled with not only her beautiful creations, but lots of tips and tricks she uses for them. natalie even created an excellent four-part tips guide just for our very own mix and mend collection , which you can see here at Handmade by Suzanne. we definitely recommend giving it a look. you'll be whipping up extraordinary concoctions such as these in no time!

 

 
for this astounding project, natalie used the free composition paper, edges from delicate olio and fancy free , mix and mend journal tag stickers , and some garden bits blues chipboard. 

 

 

 
this layout is a beautiful example of how to incorporate full color photos into a mix and mend project. it features a cut piece from the b-side of free composition along with garden bits blues . natalie used a great technique to easily enhance the dimension of many mix and mend design elements by simply cutting around a piece and lifting it ever so slightly.

 

 
we are in love with this clever combo natalie created using fancy free  with the b-side of free composition and a lace trim. she also added some garden bits blues and mix and mend journal tag stickers ....all tying in perfectly with the Roald Dahl quote she used for journaling. 

 

 
here, natalie's little windswept princess is framed by a blissful garden of mix and mend journal tag stickers , kraft in a stitch blossoms , and delicate olio . she even used the die-cut edge of the same paper to make the leaves for the kraft flowers. gorgeous!

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beautiful, huh? :)

before we sign off for the day, lets re-cap this week's super awesome giveaway!

WIN our super big prize pack filled with all four alphas PLUS all of our latest embellishment goodness....entwined blooms, vintage brooches, in a stitch blossoms, chipboard sets, paper whimsies, AND glitter alphas! 

*leave a comment here telling us who your all-time favorite at-home crafter extraordinaire is - and why! doesn't have to be a scrapbooker...perhaps you draw your greatest inspiration from an imaginative cook, blogger, interior designer, or chainsaw artist. we want to know! don't forget to leave a link so everybody else can check out your artsy idol.

*we'll draw a random winner this Friday, 10/22, at 3pm mountain time!

Comments

[Brenda Smith]

This is such a hard choice but I think I will have to say Larissa Albernaz. She inspires me to think outside of the box, to use materials in new ways, and to make tangible what my heart feels.

[Rachel]

I really like Carly at Chic Steals
http://www.chic-steals.com/
She shows really great ways to copy designer stuff for much cheaper prices and you get to do it yourself!

[danielle]

Diji Scrapbooker Cindy Schnieder really inspires me! Her work is beautiful!

[Heather]

I love all the kid stuff at http://katherinemariephotography.com/
So many great ideas!

[christy a]

This is really hard since there are so many people that inspiring me in all areas of my life. My "go-to" person for all things crafty and baking, if I need a quick idea, is Martha Stewart. She has "helped" me through many a holiday! Trust me, there are many others for scrapbooking, etc. Thanks for the chance!

[Erika Seever]

My favorite is Joy @ Joyslife.com She's always doing something really fun and creative. I look forward to her blog posts. I can always find inspiration on her page. She's great!

[milkcan]

Alisa Burke is amazing!

[Mandie W]

I found Pinky's blog earlier this year and I LOVE everything she creates! She scrapbooks, alters everything and sews too! Oh yeah, and she cooks too. She is a seriously talented woman and I admire her! Especially her hot pink hair :) Check out her blog: http://blueyecicle.blogspot.com/ Oh, and she happens to be giving away a Gypsy right now too.... When you go check her out let her know that Mandie sent you :)

[Carrie Rosalind]

My favorite crafter/blogger is my mom. :) http://paperturtle.blogspot.com

[Avital]

The alphas look sensational!

I am really inspired by Amy Anderson from Mod Podge Rocks because she really lives her passion for crafts!

[Chris Dring]

My favorite at-home crafter isn't so much a person but a magazine: Creating Keepsakes! I absolutely love this magazine and all the inspiration on each page! (Who do you think tipped me off to your FB page and blog?!) Check them out at http://www.creatingkeepsakes.com

[Cheri]

Ali Edwards hands down... Her work is always an inspiration to me!

[Stephanie Luke]

Kristina Werner is by far my favorite crafter. She's so creative and uses a lot of Sassafras products too :) I'd love to win that fun set of alphas so I can practice making more cards!

[Amy Coose]

My most inspiring crafter would have to be Jen over at Tator Tots and Jello. I just love her blog, and all the cool stuff she features on their. Love the new stickers, can't wait to get my hands on some!

[Lea Lawson]

I have to say Nicole Heady, owner of Papertrey Ink. Not only does she have a hand in creating so many amazing stamp sets, but she also makes gorgeous projects with them. Here is a link to her blog:

http://nicholeheady.typepad.com/capture_the_moment/

[ann-marie]

My favorite crafter is also my best friend Sophie. Together we push ourselves to think outside the box and try new things. Of course I love to browse many blogs of many known scrappers but Sophie is by far my biggest inspiration, as an individual and a crafter. http://zellia.blogspot.com/

[Denise]

My favorite crafter to get inspiration from is my girlfriend Stacy. She makes amazing pages.

[Angela H.]

I know she ain't exactly the newest chicken on the block, but I still think Martha Stewart and her legion of crafty employees are endlessly inspiring. I also think Betz White does amazing things with felt and fabric.
Speaking of inspiring: Today's layouts? GENIUS. I'm off to visit the scrap doctor now!

[Melissa]

One of my favorite sources of inspiration is Marian Parsons, AKA Miss Mustard Seed: http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com

[Kelly Marie]

My all time favorite is my grandmother! She was a crafty genius!

[holly*]

so many great artist out there who share their beauties its hard to choose one. i think my favorite personality online is Elise and her blog a beautiful mess.

[kami mcgladrey]

My favorite crafter is Maggie Holmes - she is so amazingly talented at scrapbooking! Her website: http://maggieholmes.typepad.com/

[Krystle]

I love the new alphas (especially those burlap ones!) It's hard to choose a favorite crafter but I am constantly inspired by Gabby P.

[Kristy]

When I first started making cards and using copics I found Amy at http://www.athousandsheetsofpaper.blogspot.com/I still go there daily! She's so talented!

Those new alphas and embellis are to DIE FOR! They make my heart go pitter patter!

[Lorraine M.]

I think my favorite inspiring crafter is actually more a photographer. Karen Russell has designed lines of patterned paper, which I love, but mostly she's a wonderful photographer of everyday life. That's what inspires my scrapbooking - a great photo. Here's a link to her blog

http://karenrussell.typepad.com/my_lifejust_not_on_the_ro/