Victoria Case for SCACD - Aurora Collection II Now In Stock!

The adorable new Victoria Case for SCACD collection is now in stock at Quixotic Paperie!  There are SIX fabulous new stamps each featuring the sweet pixie Aurora.

For some wonderful inspiration on using these stamps, you can enjoy a fabulous blog hop by starting over at my Quixotic Cards blog!

The winner of the new release candy was announced yesterday.  Scroll down or click here to see!

Happy Friday!  Hope you have a lovely weekend, whatever you're up to!

~Elaine

OTHER NEW ARRIVALS

** PAPER MAKEUP STAMPS JULY RELEASE **

** MEMORY BOX 6x6 PAPER PACKS **

** GRAPHIC 45 8x8 PADS**

**ECHO PARK: LIFE IS GOOD COLLECTION KIT**

We Have A Winner!

The draw for the new Victoria Case for SCACD collection is now closed and a winner has been drawn!

I loved all of your answers to my very cruel question!  Hehe!

The lucky winner is....

*** JENNY ***

Jenny said...



I'm having a really tough time choosing as I love all my stamps (boy am I glad it's only hypothetical)! But if I REALLY had to choose, then it would be TGF's Lolli Anya.


To be honest, I'd be totally gutted at losing any of my TGF stamps or Elisabeth Bell stamps or Sweet Pea stamps!!

26 July 2010 17:32
 
Congratulations Jenny!  Drop me an email to quixoticcreations@gmail.com and I will get your new stamps in the post!

For everyone else, tomorrow is release day, and you will be able to join in the big blog hop and grab your stamps either at Quixotic Paperie in the UK or SCACD in the US!

PS The Viva Decor blog hop is still open!  Get your answer in on THIS POST (click the link) by 31st July and be in with the chance of winning a Viva Decor prize pack!

New Arrivals! Memory Box Papers & Paper Makeup Stamps

I was feeling a bit down in the dumps until a van arrived with some boxes for me!  After sorting through some stunning new paper packs and some lovely rubber, I'm feeling much better!  I'm even going to share! LOL!

 

Firstly I have the latest release from Paper Makeup Stamps now in stock!  LOVE all of these.  There are some fabulous Sets, some sweet Retro Cutie Critters (love Diem Pascarella's style of illustration) and some Beautiful Day Fairies.  All in all, a very sweet collection!

 

Secondly, I am now stocking Memory Box 6x6 paper packs! I fell in love with Memory Box a while ago, when I first picked up one of their paper packs, and I am SO glad I have rediscovered them!

 

You can see all the new stash under "New Products" over at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/

Happy Wednesday!

PS Don't forget - you have until tomorrow (July 29th) at 6pm to enter the draw for the new Victoria Case for SCACD collection!  And you have until July 31st to enter the Viva Decor blog hop candy draw!

~Elaine

Quixotic Challenge #34: Colour Combo - Kraft/Brown, Pink & Blue

A big thank you to those of you that played along last week - beautiful entries from all of you!  Also, an apology from me - it was completely my fault that Inlinkz wasn't available on the post for you to link your entries!  I have added all those that were linked in comments, but if you had an entry blogged and didn't link it in the comment section, just drop me an email and I will add it in!

Just a quick reminder/pointer for anyone who is just joining us -  the blog sidebar now hosts all of the rules, so make sure you've checked them out before entering!  Any questions, just email us at the email address provided in the sidebar.

One important point: if you are using an image or word art on your card it does need to be from one of the companies listed in the sidebar.  If you're making a scrappy style card with no image, then you need to use one of the paper companies listed in the sidebar!


In addition to the monthly prize draw, the Design Team will be picking their favourite entry from the month to be "Pick Of The Month".  Our Pick Of The Month will be invited to join us as a Guest Designer for the following month of challenges!


We are also using "Inlinkz" now, instead of Mr. Linky.  It's pretty straightforward - just click on the "Add Your Link" button at the bottom of this post and enter the link to your blog post and the other requested details.

Each month the prize will be a £15.00 voucher for Quixotic Paperie.

>>>>>> FOR THE FULL RULES PLEASE SEE THE SIDEBAR >>>>>>

Now on to the fun stuff!


This week we have a challenge set by our lovely Emma Lockley.  We can't wait to see what you do with this one!

*** Colour Combo ***

Kraft/Brown, Pink & Blue

What a yummy combination of colours!

The Design Team have some wonderful inspiration to share, as always!  If you have the time, do visit them and leave a comment, it's always appreciated!

EMMA LOCKLEY

Emma Used: Elisabeth Bell for SCACD "Oh Baby"; Tim Holtz "Vintage Shabby" 12x12 pad;

ELAINE HUGHES

Elaine Used: Mo Manning for Stamping Bella - Cinderella; Tim Holtz Vintage Shabby Paper Stack; Bow-Easy Bow Tying Template



ROWENA BARNARD

Rowena Used: Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps - Oliver Penguin;

KIM DELLOW

Kim Used: The Greeting Farm - Roll Call; Echo Park Life is Good Collection Kit; Bazzill Basics Jewel Templates; Flatback Pearls;

KIM COSTELLO

Kim Used: Sweet November - Shimmer Redkelp; Basic Grey Olivia 6x6 pad; Viva Decor Glitter Liner; Viva Decor Pearl Pen; Bazzill Jewel Templates;

Many of the products used by the Design Team

can be found at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/

Please see their individual blogs for full details.

Further SALE Reductions & Very Special Offers On Charms & Buttons!

Hope you had a good weekend!

The weather having an effect on me!  I've updated the SALE section with further reductions, so make sure you pop in and take a peek.  There is some gorgeous stash in there, at bargain prices!  Lots of Winter themed stamps, perfect if you're about to get started on Christmas projects!

As if that weren't enough, I'm having a big Summer Special on Charms and Buttons!  These offers are good while stocks last!  There will be lots of gorgeous new additions arriving after the Summer, and it's time to make a little room for them! So, if you want to add to your stash of charms and buttons or start your collection off, now is the time!

And keep your eyes peeled - there will be some new arrivals creeping in over the next week!

She's Back & Better Than Ever! Victoria Case for SCACD Blog Candy!

Coming up on 30th July 2010 is a super sweet new release from Victoria Case's exclusive line for SCACD!  The Quixotic Paperie Design Team will once again be joining in with the release day blog hop, so make sure you come and hop along on Friday!

To celebrate the upcoming release, you have THREE chances to win the full new collection!  You can enter over at the Susana's Custom Art & Card Design blog, at Victoria Case's blog and HERE at the Quixotic Paperie Store Blog.  Exciting stuff, no?!

To enter for a chance to win the set I have to give away, all you have to do is answer the following question:

If you could only keep one stamp from your collection, which one would you keep? (EEK, I know, right?!)

Answers in a comment on this post!  This draw will close on July 29th 2010 at 6 PM UK time, so answers in by then please!  The winner will be announced that evening!

The release day is July 30th and the stamps will be available in the UK/Europe from Quixotic Paperie, and in the US direct from Susana's Custom Art & Card Design!

PS. If you haven't yet joined us on the Viva Pearls & Glitter Across the Ocean hop, you still can!  Hop along and enter for a chance to win a Viva Decor prize pack!

Viva Pearls & Glitter Across The Ocean Hop!

A recent new addition to Quixotic Paperie has been the Viva Decor product line. We have all fallen in love, and so, we're having a little blog hop to celebrate!

Joining the Quixotic Paperie Design Team on this hop we have the fantastic Susana's Custom Art & Card Design Design Team! Susana is a good friend of Elaine's and SCACD has become like an international sister store to Quixotic Paperie! We're collaborating on some crafty adventures, and this is hopefully the first of many!

We hope you will join us on this hop and be inspired in ways to use the Viva Decor product range! You will also have the chance to win some fabulous candy - both Elaine and Susana will be giving away a pack of the most popular Viva Decor Pens (Ice White Pearl Pen, Holographic Glitter Liner and the Clear Gloss Gel Pen).

All you will have to do to win is answer a question at each store blog - 1 entry at each STORE blog per person please! Both blog candy draws will close on 31st July 2010.

In the UK/Europe you can find Viva Decor products at Quixotic Paperie. If you're in the US/Canada then Susana carries the Viva Decor range at Susana's Custom Art & Card Design.

This is your very first stop on the hop, and now it's time to hop on over to KIM DELLOW'S BLOG.  When you've finished the hop, be sure to pop back here and answer the question below!!

Here's the question you need to answer in a comment on this post, to be in with the chance of winning a Viva Decor Prize Pack as detailed above!

QUESTION: What is your favourite thing about crafting?  What keeps you excited and creative?

We can't wait to read your answers!  The candy draw will close on July 31st 2010, and a winner will be announced here on this blog soon after!

PS: You may want to bookmark this blog, or add yourself as a follower - there is some more candy on the way this weekend, and you won't want to miss it!!

In case you get lost, here's the full blog hop list for today!  Happy Hopping!

Quixotic Paperie Store Blog
Kim Dellow
Aud Nordheim
Judy Laing
Danni Bindel
Jacquie Heffner
Kim Costello
Dianne Prewitt
Marti Wills
SCACD Store Blog
Rowena Barnard
Lori Aragon
Kim Gruetzmacher
Carolyn Bounds
Simonne Clay
Anki Bargman
Emma Lockley
Suzanne Dean
Elaine Hughes

Quixotic Challenge #33: Make It Miniature!

A big thank you to those of you that played along last week - beautiful entries from all of you! 

Just a quick reminder/pointer for anyone who is just joining us -  the blog sidebar now hosts all of the rules, so make sure you've checked them out before entering!  Any questions, just email us at the email address provided in the sidebar.

One important point: if you are using an image or word art on your card it does need to be from one of the companies listed in the sidebar.  If you're making a scrappy style card with no image, then you need to use one of the paper companies listed in the sidebar!


In addition to the monthly prize draw, the Design Team will be picking their favourite entry from the month to be "Pick Of The Month".  Our Pick Of The Month will be invited to join us as a Guest Designer for the following month of challenges!


We are also using "Inlinkz" now, instead of Mr. Linky.  It's pretty straightforward - just click on the "Add Your Link" button at the bottom of this post and enter the link to your blog post and the other requested details.

Each month the prize will be a £15.00 voucher for Quixotic Paperie.

>>>>>> FOR THE FULL RULES PLEASE SEE THE SIDEBAR >>>>>>

Now on to the fun stuff!


This week we have a challenge set by our lovely Kim Costello.  We can't wait to see what you do with this one!

*** Make It Miniature ***

Small cards, tags or notecards no bigger than 3 inches!

Love this challenge!  Perfect way to use up those little scraps you can't bear to throw away, plus make some sweet little notecards or tags.  If you're already getting started on your Christmas projects - this is an ideal way to get ahead of the game!

The Design Team have some wonderful inspiration to share, as always!  If you have the time, do visit them and leave a comment, it's always appreciated!

KIM COSTELLO

Kim Used: Whimsy Stamps - Moonlit Ride; The Girl's Paperie - Paper Girl pack; Memento Tuxedo Black Ink; Viva Decor Glitter Liner; 4mm flatback pearls;

EMMA LOCKLEY

Emma Used: The Greeting Farm Miss Anya stamps (various); Basic Grey - Basics Manila 6x6 pad;

ELAINE HUGHES

Elaine Used: Paper Makeup Stamps - Ashlie's Solo Snail; Echo Park A Walk In The Park papers;



ROWENA BARNARD

Rowena Used: Whimsy Stamps Birthday Letter Seals

JUDY LAING

Judy Used: Paper Makeup Stamps Word Art/Sentiments (various); Prima Roses; Tim Holtz Lost & Found papers; Prima Lace.

KIM DELLOW

Kim Used: Paper Makeup Stamps - Duncan the Baking Monster; Viva Decor Glitter Liner; Crate Paper Paper Doll Collection Kit

SIMONNE CLAY

Simonne Used: Whimsy Stamps Birthday Letter Seals; Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad; Cosmo Cricket Delovely Mini Deck; 4mm clear flatback gems;

Many of the products used by the Design Team

can be found at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/

Please see their individual blogs for full details.

Echo Park - Life Is Good Collection Kit Now In Stock!

Echo Park have done it again!  Their third paper collection is utterly gorgeous.

You can find the Life Is Good 12x12 Collection Kit at Quixotic Paperie now, along with their two previous kits - A Walk In The Park and Sweet Summertime!  I can't pick a favourite - love them all!

Whimsy Stamps - Moonlit Ride by Simonne

Our lovely and talented Simonne aka SemSee is also on the fab Whimsy Stamps design team, and she has already been playing with Crissy Armstrong's beautiful new Carousel Horse design - Moonlit Ride.

Stunning, no?  Simonne totally works those Copics! 

Whimsy Stamps Moonlit Ride is available now at Quixotic Paperie, along with more beautiful new stamps!

Whimsy Stamps - New Crissy Armstrong Designs & Fabulous Sentiments

The brand new release from Whimsy Stamps is in stock at Quixotic Paperie!

 

Crissy Armstrong has outdone herself (again) with a stunning new Carousel Horse - Moonlit Ride and an *adorable* elephant - Jelly Bean.

Also newly released are some fantastic sentiment sets, designed by Raindrop Echo Designs.  LOVE these.

You can check all the new additions out under "New Products" at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/ 

Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Go Fairytale - New Release In Stock!

Today sees the release of a brand new Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps collection.  As you'd expect, Kimmie has brought us another brilliant set of images from artist Annie Rodrigue, this time with a fabulous fairytale theme. 

Miles Mouse is also making another appearance, and this time he's brought a friend along - Maisie!  Super cute, and a great price!  These ones are perfect for quick and simple cards.

The new stamps are all available now at Quixotic Paperie, ready for dispatch starting Monday!

Hope you have a lovely Sunday!

Quixotic Paperie: New CC Designs & Kraftin' Kimmie Mermaids In Stock Now!

Yesterday saw the arrival of the gorgeous new C.C. Designs stamps and also the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Mermaids!

 

That's a whole lot of mermaids for you!!  Plus some adorable retail store exclusive sweeties from C.C. Designs in the form of their Fairytale Collection.  You can see all the new C.C. Designs stamps HERE.

You can check out the Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps Mermaids HERE.

If you're on the look out for a bargain, many C.C. Designs stamps are in our SALE Section, with a host of other gorgeous products!  Well worth a peek!

*** LATEST ADDITIONS ***

THE GREETING FARM JULY RELEASE
ECHO PARK A WALK IN THE PARK PAPER KIT
BELLES 'N WHISTLES FOREVER YOUNG

BASIC GREY OLIVIA & OLIVER 6x6 PADS

TIM HOLTZ - GRUNGE PAPER 6x12 & 12x12 PACKS

TIM HOLTZ LOST & FOUND 12x12 PAPER STACKS

VIVA DECOR PEARL PENS, GLOSS PENS & GLITTER LINERS

MO MANNING FOR STAMPING BELLA STAMPS

THE GREETING FARM SUNSHINE STAMP KIT

Quixotic Challenge #32: Photo Inspiration!

A big thank you to everyone who played along with us during the last week!  We have seen some fantastic pearl studded creations!

Just a quick reminder/pointer for anyone who is just joining us -  the blog sidebar now hosts all of the rules, so make sure you've checked them out before entering!  Any questions, just email us at the email address provided in the sidebar.


In addition to the monthly prize draw, the Design Team will be picking their favourite entry from the month to be "Pick Of The Month".  Our Pick Of The Month will be invited to join us as a Guest Designer for the following month of challenges!


We are also using "Inlinkz" now, instead of Mr. Linky.  It's pretty straightforward - just click on the "Add Your Link" button at the bottom of this post and enter the link to your blog post and the other requested details.

Each month the prize will be a £15.00 voucher for Quixotic Paperie.

>>>>>> FOR THE FULL RULES PLEASE SEE THE SIDEBAR >>>>>>

Now on to the fun stuff!


This week we have a challenge set by our lovely Simonne Clay.  We can't wait to see what you do with this one!

*** Photo Inspiration ***

Be inspired by the photo below.  Patterns, colours, layout, theme - be creative!

Lots of scope with this, be as literal or as creative as you like!  Just make sure you follow the rules posted in the sidebar!

The Design Team have some wonderful inspiration to share, as always!  If you have the time, do visit them and leave a comment, it's always appreciated!

SIMONNE CLAY

Simonne Used: Jade from The Greeting Farm Roll Call Set; 4mm Black Flat-back Pearls;  Basic Grey Papers

KIM COSTELLO

Kim Used: CC Designs - Birgitta on Tree Stump; Echo Park Sweet Summertime Collection Kit; The Greeting Farm - Talk Loud; Memento Tuxedo Black Ink; Viva Decor Glitter Liner

EMMA LOCKLEY

Emma Used: The Greeting Farm Sunshine Stamp Kit; Echo Park A Walk In The Park Collection Kit; Iridescent Flat-back Pearls;

ELAINE HUGHES

Elaine Used:

JUDY LAING

Judy Used: The Greeting Farm - Oliver & Amelia Journey; Echo Park A Walk In The Park Collection Kit; Tim Holtz Adage Tickets

KIM DELLOW

Kim Used: Paper Makeup Stamps - Automaton in Love; Fancy Pants About a Girl Collection Kit

Many of the products used by the Design Team

can be found at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/

Please see their individual blogs for full details.

Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps - Posy Loves Viva Decor Glitter Liner!

For today's card, I've used Posy.  Posy was one of the very first Kraftin' Kimmie Stamps designs released last year, and she is still a firm favourite!

Love how Posy looks all in pink, with some gorgeous sparkle detail courtesy of the Viva Decor Glitter Liner in Holo-Iridescent.  Check out how easy it is to get the Glitter Liner into the detail areas!

Papers are Cosmo Cricket Delovely Mini Deck, due back in stock at Quixotic Paperie very soon!

The fabulous multi-looped bow was created using the indispensible Bow-Easy Template.  Still a favourite in my craftroom!

Hope the weekend is treating you well!

~Elaine

Sale Section Updated & A Weekend of Offers!!

The SALE section over at Quixotic Paperie has been updated with lots of products!  Have a peek - you never know what you might find in there!

Plus, we have a selection of special offers just for the weekend!  Between now and Midnight (UK time) on Sunday 11th July 2010 you can enjoy the following offers!

Paper Makeup Stamps Beautiful Day Fairies 10% off

Victoria Case for SCACD Stamps 10% off

The Greeting Farm Stamps 10% off

Alota Stamps 10% off

Tim Holtz Products 10% off

Ladybug & Friends 20% off

Be quick!  The sale section is all "while stocks last" and the special weekend offers end on Sunday!

Have a great weekend!

Quixotic Challenge #31: Pretty Pearls

A big thank you to everyone who played along with us during the last week!  We have seen some fantastic creations, all using Judy's sketch beautifully! 

Just a quick reminder/pointer for anyone who is just joining us -  the blog sidebar now hosts all of the rules, so make sure you've checked them out before entering!  Any questions, just email us at the email address provided in the sidebar.


In addition to the monthly prize draw, the Design Team will be picking their favourite entry from the month to be "Pick Of The Month".  Our Pick Of The Month will be invited to join us as a Guest Designer for the following month of challenges!


We are also using "Inlinkz" now, instead of Mr. Linky.  It's pretty straightforward - just click on the "Add Your Link" button at the bottom of this post and enter the link to your blog post and the other requested details.

Each month the prize will be a £15.00 voucher for Quixotic Paperie.

>>>>>> FOR THE FULL RULES PLEASE SEE THE SIDEBAR >>>>>>

Now on to the fun stuff!


This week we have a challenge set by our lovely and super-crafty Kim Dellow.  We can't wait to see what you do with this one!

*** PRETTY PEARLS ***

Use pearls on your card/project in some way.  Flatback pearls, Pearl Paint, Pearl Pens, Pearl Beads, Prima Pearl Flourishes etc.

Lots of scope with that one!  Go over the top with pearl paints and embellishments, or keep it low-key with some simple pearl accents.  Just make sure you follow the rules posted in the sidebar!

The Design Team have some wonderful inspiration to share, as always!  If you have the time, do visit them and leave a comment, it's always appreciated!

KIM DELLOW

Kim Used: Paper Makeup Stamps: We Can Complain...; Flatback 4mm Pearls; Heart Shaped Pearl; Prima Lace; My Mind's Eye Papers.

SIMONNE CLAY

KIM COSTELLO

Kim Used: Stempelglede Grunge Collection; Fancy Pants Designs "Roadshow"; Tim Holtz Grunge Paper; Prima Lace; Viva Decor Pearl Pen; Flat Back Pearls; Bazzill Jewel Template

EMMA LOCKLEY

Emma Used: Sweet November "Coriander" fairy; Basic Grey "Kioshi" papers; White 4mm flatback pearls

ELAINE HUGHES

Elaine Used: Elisabeth Bell for SCACD - At The Horse Show; Basic Grey "Cappella" papers; Bazzill Basics Jewel Template - Fantasy Flourish; Viva Pearl Pen - Cream; Viva Glitter Liner - Gold; Bow-Easy bow tying template.

ROWENA BARNARD

Rowena Used: Belles 'n Whistles Fairy Play; The Girl's Paperie - Paper Girl; Prima E Line Pearls; Shimmerz Paint

JUDY LAING

Judy Used: Belles 'n Whistles "A Child's Prayer"; Echo Park "A Walk In The Park"; Jenni Bowlin Pin; Pin Cap; Flatback Pearls

Many of the products used by the Design Team

can be found at http://www.quixoticpaperie.co.uk/

Please see their individual blogs for full details.