Monday, March 30, 2015

KAISERCRAFT DESIGN TEAM 2015 ENTRY..

A very good day to you! Thank you for coming by today!

As the blog title says, I am creating a blog post as part of the Design Team Application for Kaisercraft. I did apply last year, but was unsuccessful, and after much thought I decided I would try again, because if you visit my blog you will know I am a bit (understatement of the year!) of a Kaisercraft fan.. So why not I thought? It would be amazing to be on the Design Team for a Company whose products I really do love to create with..

We are to showcase a layout, a Beyond the page/Altered Item and a Mixed Media item or card..

I created a  new layout for this post..

I have used the stunning paper range Cherry Blossom for this layout.. and I can say it is pretty much all Kaiser products..  apart from the cardboard I used for lifting up some of my embellishments.

Some closer Views.
I often listen to the papers I am using, and I can sometimes hear them say to me..... cut me out.. True story!!  Some fussy cutting of the pretty blooms..


Another word I hear whispered when I am creating is... layers.. and here are some layers!! and stamping!!

My layout..



Another layout I have created this year using Kaiser products..






Next on my list is a Beyond the page item. I decided to create a wall hanging for my wall.. using this frame from Kaiser.



 I used a mix of papers (that is the beauty of Kaiser paper ranges, they mix well together and I dont have any left over papers that sit waiting to be used..) but mainly Be-YOU-tiful papers.. I have used Kaiser pearl strips, stamps, chip board leaves, mini roses, kindy glitz, and the decorative die large flourish.

And my frame..


And I have created a card for my third project.

Once upon a time, I did not think I could create cards.. but over time I have developed confidence to make cards. They are a great little creative fix when you just want to create but dont have the time for a layout..  I have some step by steps to how I created my card.. and you will see how easy creating cards can be.. I hope you enjoy the process..

I have used the wonderful All that glitters range.

Cover the front of the card.. and I like to go around the edges with some ink for definition.
Cut out a smaller piece of contrasting paper.. I dont use a  measure, I just cut it out! and I have used a Martha Stewart punch around 2 edges.. you could use decorative scissors or leave straight..
Do a bit of stamping!
Place the paper piece on the card and add a fish tail banner.. I have cut in half some Kaiser flowers that I have had for years..
Tuck the flowers under the banner and I cut out another smaller banner.. inking each edge as I go..
I added a frame from the collectables.
and stamped my message on it.
I assembled my card and added some pearls, a little flower, die cut leaves from the Kaiser die vines and a little chipboard bow. But then I was not happy with how the leaves seemed to disappear on my card, so I cut out 3 more in a lighter paper and added them.. and my finished card..




and another card I have created this year using Kaiser papers..





I will nervously await and see if I make the Team this year, it would be an amazing opportunity and I do wish everyone who applies all the best too..  Thank you so much for popping in, and as always, thank you for your wonderful comments too..



35 comments:

  1. Good luck Lizzy, Kaisercraft would be very lucky to have you as part of the design team for 2015. Your work is always stunning and showcases products beautifully. I love both your layouts, they are stunning.Love the Beyond the page frame, it is so eye catching. Now last but deferentially not least are your beautiful cards. The step by step is great. Again good luck, you deserve it. xxx <3 <3 <3

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  2. I'm so excited to see that you're trying out for the design team call! You would be amazing for Kaisercraft, as you always do such wonderful work with their papers! Best of luck :) I'm keeping everything crossed for you!

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  3. I'm so glad you're doing this again.... You really do showcase their products soooo beautifully- Loove the design of the top one with those ripped edged.... The layers on the OTP one is gorgeous & you have totally ROCKED that step by step for your card... The leaves look perfect, BTW!!!! Good luck :):)

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  4. Lizzy, my fingers are crossed for you. I love all of your projects. You always put so much detail and thought into everything you do. The best of luck with your submission!

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  5. Good luck your projects are gorgeous! We'll both have our fingers crossed waiting for that special email :)

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  6. Beautiful projects Lizzy...wishing you the best of luck with your application!

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  7. Beautiful projects Lizzy...wishing you the best of luck with your application!

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  8. Hi. Thanks for your comment on my blog. We did our posts on the same day. I love your card tutorial. Best of luck.

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  9. Best of Luck Lizzy.......I'll keep my fingers crossed for you too! Your projects are beautiful! As always the detail is amazing :) You have more patience than me when it comes to all that fussy cutting...well done! Have a wonderful week!!

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  10. I am glad you applied again for the DT and keeping my fingers crossed for you! Those voices you hear from the papers certainly lead you in fantastic directions. Each and every one of these projects is so beautiful. Good Luck!

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  11. I am glad you applied again for the DT and keeping my fingers crossed for you! Those voices you hear from the papers certainly lead you in fantastic directions. Each and every one of these projects is so beautiful. Good Luck!

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  12. Wow wow wowwwwwwwwwwww!! These are all AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!!!! I love them all!!! Gorgeous!! Good luck with the call -- you would TOTALLY ROCK their DT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  13. So glad you are having another go Lizzy, you always do such beautiful work with kaiser products and you really deserve to be on their Team!! Love both layouts especially the Cherry Blossoms one ... so beautiful!! The frame is stunning and I love the cards. A terrific step by step too!! Wishing you the best of luck with your application Lizzy, you would be awesome on this team!!! xx

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  14. Beautiful work Lizzy,i wish you all the luck in the world,you would be a great asset ..my days of wanting to be on many DT,s are over I am too slow these days

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  15. Good luck, Lizzy. Your projects look amazing.

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  16. fantastic Lizzy, so pleased to see you applying again .... you can do it I am sure ... your work is beyond magnificent ... love x

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  17. your projects are always so amazing...they would be lucky to have you on their team :) love it all

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  18. Oh Lizzy - these are amazing! I LOVE that first layout - what a cracker! You would be perfect on the Kaiser DT. You have a real passion for their products and are a great communicator online. If I was selecting, I'd pick you! Good luck :)

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  19. So glad you decided to reapply Lizzy!! I think you would be a perfect fit for the Team. Totally adore all your gorgeous creations!!! Best of luck lovely xoxo

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  20. I think Kaisercraft would be crazy not to have you on the team, they would be lucky to have you. Your work is always beautiful. Love all the fuzzy cutting and layering you do, you have a wonderful style , that is all your own. The top layout is just divine and the second is stunning as well. I like you did not think I could do cards, but I am enjoying making them as well now. Your cards are gorgeous as well.
    Mary x

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  21. Stunning work as always! Love all your layers and your fussy cutting is just divine! Fingers crossed for you. Hoping you make the team this year. You would be an asset!

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  22. Absolutely stunning projects as always Lizzy! I think you would be perfect for the Kaisercraft team. Best of luck. :) xx

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  23. Good Luck Lizzy! Such beautiful projects each of them, I can't see why they wouldn't have you!! I absolutely adore the green one, love all the details.... You use their papers in the prettiest way possible.....I hear those whispers too....shhhh...it's our muse talking to us, and we listen! LOL xoox

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  24. Wonderful work and a cool tutorial....wish you good luck...
    byebye,Lean

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  25. Beautiful, beautiful projects! I love them all, especially the pretty pink floral layout!!!! Good luck on the tryout, you would be a wonderful addition to their team!!!

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  26. All such gorgeous creations Lizzy. Best of luck with your application :)

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  27. All such gorgeous creations Lizzy. Best of luck with your application :)

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  28. Beautiful projects. Good luck.

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  29. Good luck on your entry and love you cardabilities again this month. Love your flowers.

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  30. oh i wish you all the best... i can see that these projects are really amazing and i can see a change in your style.... you work is really coming together and you really are starting to highlight the product. as this is what they like to see. and it's lovely to be back... im a bit slow getting back into it but i still have plenty of paper playing things i want to achieve. thanks so much for popping by!

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  31. Wow! These are all simply stunning! I really hope you get chosen this time around! Wishing you the best of luck on your application!

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  32. Beautiful creating Lizzy! So pleased you are reapplying, and giving it another go! Ur creations are soooooo lovely! Best of luck xo

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  33. Beautiful creating Lizzy! So pleased you are reapplying, and giving it another go! Ur creations are soooooo lovely! Best of luck xo

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  34. Your work is stunning...I really feel you would be a wonderful designer for them.

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