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AUG09VSNSNA2~SAT, AUG 1ST~6PM EDT~PASS THE CHIPS PLEASE!~CHAT THREAD
Title: PASS THE CHIPS PLEASE!
Hostess: Sandy (stampingwriter)
Keyword: AUG09VSNSNA2
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Time: 6PM (EDT)
Many of us in the United States grew up with a TV ad that used to challenge �bet you can�t eat just one,� referring to potato chips. Well, no, I can�t eat just one, but when it comes to stamping, I like a different kind of chip. ... Paint chips. You know, those cards with samples of paint colors that they have by the wall-full at Lowe�s and Home Depot (not to mention paint stores and even Wal-Mart). Paint chips are a great ingredient because they come in all shapes and sizes. They come in single-color, shades of one color, coordinating colors that can work as a color scheme, and in different finishes like crackled, ragged and suede. Best of all � you can get gobs of them for FREE.
A paint chip can be used just like cardstock or DP. You can stamp on it, heat-emboss on it, emboss it with a cuttlebug folder, cut it into shapes, use it behind your main image as a layer� you get the idea.
My challenge is for you to incorporate a paint chip into your card. This is a �ways to use it� challenge, so be as creative as you can, showing everyone how to use those fabulous chips.
Please tell us where you got your chip in the writeup when you post your card -- that way we'll know where to find the best chips.
A few words of advice: When stamping on paint chips, dye ink will smear. I have had good luck using StaZon or using VersaMark and EP.
If you want, you can erase the writing on the paint chip (paint name and number, etc). Use a regular eraser, moving it lightly in a circular motion.
UPLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. ALL VSN CREATIONS MUST BE UPLOADED BY 10:00 PM EDT ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 2nd.
2. You have 45 minutes to complete the challenge.
3. Please remember to put in the correct keyword (AUG09VSNSNA2 ) when uploading your image. Copying and pasting the challenge keyword is recommended to avoid typos.
It is also highly recommended that you post a link to your creation in the chat thread just in case the gallery is being testy.
You should've seen me at Lowe's - it had to be a bit of a covert mission with the number of chips I got I was waiting for someone to question why I'd need all of those different colors & textures!!
__________________ Stephanie A|Muse Studio Consultant My blog
Too late in Germany to start with this wonderful challenge right now, but there should be some paint chips buried in my drawer to be used tomorrow...
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Do not grow weary - but gently - to the wonder - as if a bird should light - hold out your hand. (Hilde Domin, 1909-2006)
Gonna get my chips and play........this is makin' me hungry too! LOL
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Hi Everyone! I love picking up paint chips and dreaming of new colours for my walls! Takes me forever to commit to a colour though! So, this is a great use for all those extra paint chips!
You should've seen me at Lowe's - it had to be a bit of a covert mission with the number of chips I got I was waiting for someone to question why I'd need all of those different colors & textures!!
Stephanie, a girl after my own heart. Since I discovered them a couple of years ago (well as a crafting supply that is) I snag some every time I'm in Lowe's
Hi Everyone! I love picking up paint chips and dreaming of new colours for my walls! Takes me forever to commit to a colour though! So, this is a great use for all those extra paint chips!
Well, my guest room is plastered with about 25 cards. They've been up for about a year, and I've finally made up my mind. Now I just have to work up the enthusiasm for actually painting...
Stephanie, a girl after my own heart. Since I discovered them a couple of years ago (well as a crafting supply that is) I snag some every time I'm in Lowe's
it would have been more amusing if I had a disguise...like a quality checker of paint chips (i'm silly!!)
__________________ Stephanie A|Muse Studio Consultant My blog
So, did anyone check more than one place for chips -- I'm wondering where the best ones are. Mine orange one is from the Disney Paint display at Home Depot. That's a good source for really bright colors.
AUG09VSNSNA2~SAT, AUG 1ST~6PM EDT~PASS THE CHIPS PLEASE!~CHAT THREAD
