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I’m writing to you from my perch atop the armchair once again . . . such desperate measures . . . it’s really rather comical . . .
I’d show you a photo of my feet today, vs. the day I flew out of Seattle, but, they are covered in bandaids–not a pretty sight . . . LOL!
This show is so huge, that you really cannot even hope to visit every booth on your list; you’re bound to miss some. But, here’s what we found yesterday:
Hampton Arts is now licensed to produce clear stamps for Doodlebug Designs and they are quite darling–I’ve always been a fan of both Hampton and Doodlebug, so this is a fun union to see–I love that set on the lower left with all the frames–my brain is spinning with all the fun things to be done with that . . .
Rubber Soul had a few new clear sets to release–I really got a kick out of the Spring Mom set, as it reminds me of myself; always on the go. Only the mom stamp looks so happy and relaxed where as I always look frazzled and haggard . . . pfffftttttt!
Do you remember DJ Inkers? Well, they’ve renamed their line Will ‘n Way and come out with some new stamp sets that caught my eye–the ribbon and and border sets look like a lot of fun to play with and I had fun hearing how this family business is truly all family–not only does Mom do the illustration work, but Dad, and the kids, do as well and I loved getting to know about how all of them take part in all aspects from the manufacturing to the illustration, and the management side of things.
This image appears quite blurry, but in fact, what you are seeing are hundreds of transparency overlays by Hambly Screen Prints. I’d never seen these before and was amazed at the variety of transparency overlays with *uber* cool graphics–you could even cut portions of the acetate apart for use on a card, etc.
Had to stop by Ellison, to pet my beloved Big Shot–It was so cool to see the layered flower dies, the new impression plates (YESSSSSS!!!), and check out the BIGZ!!! Are these not fabby????? *Must* get some!!!
Who’s that girl? (big happy grin!) It’s our own Anna Wight (SweetMissDaisy)! The Whipper Snapper (sorry, about my original error the late nights and exhaustion are taking their toll) booth had some of her newest stamps to share with us, and samples of her work up on the displays! Hi, Anna! We’re waving and blowin’ you kisses!!!
The Stick Chick line by American Art Stamp is so quaint and charming! I LOVE ‘em!!! I know Genie1314 (Jen del Muro) uses and loves ‘em! DARLING!
When the owner of American Art Stamps realized it was my birthday, this sweet man gave me some of these great stamps to take home and I ’bout passed out in gratitude–I mean seriously, is there any better gift than rubbah for one’s birthday?
And, if that wasn’t enough, I got to meet Alma de la Rosa, Owner of the Cat’s Pajamas! She was assisting American Art Stamps in their booth, and I was so excited to meet this friendly chick with such a warm smile and you know her stamps are just so stinkin’ cute and fun!
There’s so much more to share, but my sister’s pickin’ me up here pretty soon, so I’ll blog more about the show from there–I have a feeling her highspeed connection is better than the molasses on a frozen pipe we’ve been dealing with here at the hotel . . . (wink!)
19 Responses to “A good day . . .”
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jbalcer on 31 Jan 2007 at 9:36 am #
have fun with your sister, julie! Love the stuff you’re sharing!
Faith on 31 Jan 2007 at 9:53 am #
Oh Julie, Please tell more about the Ellison Booth… Big Shot… New Stuff…What’s coming out…
Faith
Alex (aka Sillybirds) on 31 Jan 2007 at 10:12 am #
I love those stick lady stamps how beautiful are those and Anna’s stamps are gorgeous, I love the flowers with flowing leaves, just beautiful
Happy Birthday Julie and have a great time with your sister
Sscrappystamper (aka: Theresa Grdina) on 31 Jan 2007 at 10:32 am #
Oh, Julie…you told us everything that I absolutely love to hear and see today. Thank you Thank you Thank you….I cannot wait to get my hands on those stamps from Doodle Bug….and the dies….and the other stamps…and the…..you get the point!!
jbalcer on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:29 am #
and ps, if you love the acetate, the hambly stuff is just awesome. I have been hoarding the ones I bought earlier this year. SUCH cool stuff!
Keri (sereikastamper) on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:32 am #
YIPEE! Lots of goodies….(Jules, Anna’s stuff is at the Whipper Snapper Booth not Inky Antics;) )
I can’t wait to see all this stuff on the shelves!
Emily - WaterPixie on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:35 am #
Oooooooo!! Look at all those FABULOUS stamps!! *drool*
Lucky you!! I love Alma’s hip stamps! Cat’s Pajamas is certainly one of my favorites!
Yuko (yytx) on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:46 am #
WOW - thanks SOOOOOOO much for posting!! I can’t belive the Ellison people didn’t hook you up - do they have any idea how many people you’ve influenced with your blog!! I am just drooling over these pics and thoughts of what I could do… LOL…Hope you have a great time w/your sis - is she a stampin’ fool too???
Sara on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:53 am #
Ohhhhh lovely new stamps. Must.Not.Give.In.To.Temptation At least not too much.
Jimmi on 31 Jan 2007 at 11:54 am #
Oh, those Will-n-Way stamps are to die 4
Thanks for sharing all this cool stuff with us!
Sue - stampinsusie on SCS on 31 Jan 2007 at 1:07 pm #
Ooo, ouchies - your poor feet. This has been so much fun to attend this awesome event vicariously via you! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to buy some of this stuff.
Lisa (crazycatstamper) on 31 Jan 2007 at 2:02 pm #
My checkbook is gonna be in a world of hurt when this stuff hits the shelves locally!
Thanks so much for all your hard work and your tootsies’ sacrifice!
Have a fab-o birthday celebration with your sister! Maybe a pedicure????
Mary (imataloss) on 31 Jan 2007 at 2:39 pm #
Your Carol D story cracked me up!! What a great birthday gift! I’ve sen so many great things so fa, i think I’m going to have to lock myself in my house or go broke!! Thnks for all the work that has gone into spoiling us, now go soak those feet and have an appletini!!! You deserve it!! Enjoy your visit with your sister.
kebs on 31 Jan 2007 at 3:43 pm #
Sorry about your feet, I tried to warn you. But thank you so much for hanging in there like a trooper. Love Anna Wight’s new stamps and the wonderful example board. Thanks for the sharing all the eye candy. Very inspiring.
Martha on 31 Jan 2007 at 4:57 pm #
I love the Stick Chicks!! Thanks for sharing the pictures. Going to have to get some of the new ones. Thanks for a great job.
Anna Wight (SweetMissDaisy) on 31 Jan 2007 at 7:07 pm #
WAHOOOO!!!! Thanks for the FUN shout-out, Julie!! You’ve done a FABULOUS job capturing the show … we ALL love ya for it!! Hope you had a GREAT time!! -Anna.
kathynruss on 01 Feb 2007 at 7:04 am #
Way cool to get sneak peaks, especially of Anna’s new stuff! Can’t wait to read and see more! TYFS Have fun with your sister and cute little Piper!
Jen (genie1314) on 01 Feb 2007 at 8:43 am #
WOW Julie! It sounds like you had a blast. I just drooled a little from looking at all the pics of the fun stuff! Thanks so much for keeping us updated!
LouBelle on 01 Feb 2007 at 10:14 am #
You will get a kick out of this, I saw the stamps with the dog and cat on a tag…and I thought….I have got to get those for SweetMissDaisy! They are so her. I am such an admirer of hers….then I scroll down and see who made those stamps…Anna Wight! That would have been really silly to send her the very stamps that she makes!! Well, at least I know her style!!!