I always have so much fun when the QFTD winner is announced because it's always highlighting a very special stamper. Today's QFTD31 stamper just happens to be one of those special stampers.
Everyone, without further ado, please allow me the privilege of introducing our newest Queen For The Day. C'mon down, Crystal, aka Crystalkbk!
Crystal's not around SCS all that much anymore since she has more Design Team appointments than I could ever remember. Before she became big and famous, Crystal could be found in the SCS gallery daily with one or more of her glorious creations. Congratulations, Crystal.
EVERYONE, Crystal is the person who so graciously brought Whimsy Stamps to our challenge. In the past, Whimsy Stamps has sponsored our winner's contest twice. And there's more: Whimsy Stamps will be our sponsor 3 more times between now and the end of the year. Yeah, many more opportunities to win some really fun and sweet images.
Crystal, I am so grateful for facilitating Whimsy Stamp's sponsorship with this challenge. Without Whimsy Stamps, our challenge contests wouldnt be nearly as fun. Hey everyone...just a hint....check out the Whimsy Store found HERE..
Let's show our support for our sponsor by taking a journey through their shop. They have both rubber and digis to chose from, and their selection is just amazing.
I have been a fan and major follower of Crystal ever since we connected 2 years ago. Her heart is as big as anyone's on SCS! Not only that, but she is one really gifted artist. That's exactly why I've followed her gallery with intense interest and delight.
C'mon down all your challengers and help give Crystal a fabulous and worthy congratulations as we crown her our Queen For The Day.
I will be back throughout the weekend, time permitting, with more cased cards from Crystal's gallery using none other than Whimsy Stamps. There's a very special contest going on and I know you're not going to want to miss this one.
This is where my inspiration from Crystal's gallery came FROM.
psss...word has it that this is what KopyKat looked like after she was all doctored up in the hospital from injuries sustained while wearing the heavy crown. Crystal, beware!
Thanks to Glenda J for the swiss A Muse dotted paper! Yeah!
Date: Friday, October 15, 2010 GMT Views: 695
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Registered: October 6, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 17001
Fri, Oct 15, 2010 @ 3:08 PM
Oh my word Anne, you totally got me off guard...I still don't know what to say....one of my many cats have my tongue..LOL!!!!! When I read your email the first time for sponsorship of your challenge girl was I ever excited to get a chance to work with you, you aren't only an AWESOME stamper but over the years you have been such A GREAT friend!!! You always know how to make a stamper feel special and a QUEEN for a day!!! I still feel like a little servant in the stamping world and I thank you soooo much for making me feel like a Queen!!! Your card is absolutely CUTE I love the version of me all wrapped up from that heavy crown that broke me into pieces it was so worth it I must say ...That image is just SOOOO cute and your colors are fantastic!! Again another FABULOUS card by Anne herself!!!
Registered: May 20, 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 11608
Fri, Oct 15, 2010 @ 4:51 PM
This is super adorable Miss Anne!! I love it and I love your pick for queen this week!! Crystal's work is amazing and can't wait to case one of her beautiful cards, tfs!!!
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Fri, Oct 15, 2010 @ 5:41 PM
Hey...know what happens when you make a skeery mummy this dang c-u-t-e? Yeah, you get the "delish" award! You made it! Yeah! Dang, Anne...adorable lil guy and pretty at the same time! Wonderful case for the Sweet Crystal!
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
Registered: November 3, 2005 Location: Fairport Harbor, OH-IO, Lake Erie shoreline Posts: 60365
Fri, Oct 15, 2010 @ 7:48 PM
How exciting that you chose my friend Crystal as our Queen. She is an awesome stamper. Your case of her cute card is wonderful. Love the image you chose and the colors.
You know Crystal does not live too far from me and I hope that one day we meet face to face - almost happened at a convention, but I went to a wedding instead!
------------------------------ Karen ~ Thanks for stopping by my gallery. Proud Fan Club Member - FS525, QFTD49 Life is better in a beach town!
Registered: February 21, 2009 Location: Mt. Pulaski, IL Posts: 29131
Fri, Oct 15, 2010 @ 8:26 PM
No matter what the image might be - dramatic, comical or, even spooky, your cards are always so very elegant. Mr. Mummy is surrounded by elegance and class!
------------------------------ Kathy - 101 Airborne - My Gallery and My Blog
Registered: February 21, 2007 Location: Bay City, MICHIGAN Posts: 17556
Sat, Oct 16, 2010 @ 8:54 PM
What a cutie patootie llittle guy, Anne, love this image!!! You did him up just so sweet !
- what's that you said, little fella?? Anne is holding you CAPTIVE in POLKA DOTS??? Wel now, sorry, but that is one of her signature moves, but I am sure she will release you on Halloween night to go after your goodies!!
Crystal, I am so glad to FIND your gallery!! - tons of inspirations and beautiful cards - enjoy your week in the spotlight~~
------------------------------ SUE aka GREENIE - Twisted Sistah Handmade cards because..No one displays an email on their mantle, or saves a FB post in a box of treasures! Nothing is impossible with God!
Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Deep in the Heart of TEXAS Posts: 15980
Sun, Oct 17, 2010 @ 10:46 AM
WOW!! this card is just toooo cute!! Whimsical and elegant at the same time! Happy Halloweenish too or maybe just Egyptian??? The Anne Ryan touch is evident here with the big bow as well!! Great job!! By the way we miss you at the MMSC!!
------------------------------ Phyllis Young at heart, slightly older in other parts. We really never grow up, we just learn how to act in public!! What if you woke up today with only what you had thanked God for yesterday??
Registered: March 5, 2007 Location: Coatesville, Pennsylvania Posts: 44981
Sun, Oct 17, 2010 @ 6:01 PM
Anne, this is adorable! Love your wittle mummy! You have chosen a wonderful queen this week. Thank you so much for doing this challenge!!!!!
------------------------------ Lesley Proud Fan Club and RAK Member He is the GOD of the Impossible!!!! Kookzi the Rookzie Punchkateer It is by the grace of God that we take our next breath.