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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Happy Hump Day again all!! If you are here for the Whimsy Hop, you are in the right place, 

-If you are here for the 100th Challenge Day Celebration hop for Whiff of Joy, click here
-  For the Creative Belli or YNS Challenge post for today, click here.



Hello and welcome to the Whimsy Stamps March new rubber release BLOG HOP!

We have 13 fabulous new Whimsy Stamps plus 2 new wonderful dies to show you today! These new goodies are available to buy right now from the Whimsy Stamps store along with all your Whimsy favourites. We also have our wonderful special guests joining us for this hop - Beate Johns, Deb Routledge, Jacque Beddingfield  and Elaine Hughes!

The Whimsy Stamps DT have been sneak peeking these fabulous stamps for the past 4 days, so if you missed them be sure to hop on over to the Whimsy Inspirations Blog for some more inspiration!

Here is a full list of the wonderful new rubber stamps and dies being released today:

4 stamps from Crissy Armstrong
Benny & Joon Have Cake ~ Celebrate Big! ~ Tippy By The Tail ~Valerie & Kitty sitting pretty

2 stamps from Meljen's Designs
Rainy Day Duckling ~ Little Puddle Duck

4 stamps from Kenny K
Brooklyn Babe ~ Club Kid ~ Strong Island ~ Let’s Party

3 stamps/sets from Raindrop Echo Designs
Treasured Moments Tickets ~ Time Flies ~ Spring Letter Seals

2 dies/sets from Raindrop Echo Designs
Banner Pennants Die Set ~ Double Scallop Border Die

If you would like to participate in the hop and you didn't arrive here from Vicki's blog, please CLICK HERE to return to the beginning of the hop at Crystal’s blog.

The hop starts today (Wednesday March 16th at noon EST) and ends on Wednesday March 23rd at noon EST.

For this hop we have 6 different prize draws! We have not one but TWO grand prize draws, so two lucky hoppers will win a large selection of new release stamps. Grand Prize 1 will be for those who help us advertise the hop, and Grand Prize 2 will be for those who hop along with us. Also, we have 4 mini candy stops throughout the hop where you can enter to win a new release stamp! I'm not going to tell you where they are, so if you haven't found them you'll just have go back to the beginning and start hopping! *wink*

For my blog hop creation I used ...... Valerie and Kittie Sitting to create an easel card gift box. The sentiment is from the newly released Spring Seals collection which I framed in the Fancy tags label die (It says friends are flowers that never fade.)The image is colored with copics.  The designer paper is from my most treasured Prima pack- Madeline except for the drawer lining which is Stampin Up retired paper. The bow is tied with the bow easy and uses Rose Silk Ribbon. Since this project has so many sides and details, I am including a few different pictures.









I hope you enjoyed my creation today and are inspired in some way.
To continue the hop, hop on over to Marley's blog.

Here is a complete blog hop list in hopping order:

Debbie Eastman

challenges I am entering my creation in:
Pink Elephant- Buttons, lace and ribbon, Squigglefly - Spring Theme, Crafty Pad - Use Buttons, Crafty Ann's - SKETCH* and/or Spring,  Clear It Out! -Buttons/brads/flowers, Creative Craft Challenges - Lace, Paper Take Weekly - 3 of Something - teal pearls, buttons, designer papers Tuesday Throwdown - LaceCreative Inspirations   easel cardsLittle Claire's  - FlowersStamp, Scrap and Doodle -Spring has SprungTotally Gorjuss - Pearls and LaceCreative Craft Friends -  laceKarens Doodles  SpringNettie G's Digital Gems - 2W, SIO - use 5 papers (at least 3 patterned, 1 solid)Woodware USA - Spring is coming!Claudia & Co - Real/Faux Stitching, 2DP, buttons, sentiment, circle, scallops.By the Cute & Girly - SpringtimeDesert Island Crafters -  choose 3 or more from the list; I chose buttons, unusual sentiment, and fancy foldMy Grafico - anything goesCheerful Stamp Pad - SpringCreative Inspirations Paint - AnimalsGingerloft - Use flowers Kenny K Krafty Girlz -  Lace, Ribbons, BowsRaise The Bar - create your own G.R.E.E.N. acrostic (gold buttons, r-ribbon, e- easel, e-embellishments, n-nesties)Charisma Cardz Easel CardsRainbow Lady's  Best FriendsThe Rubber Cafe - Favourite Die
 
Thank you so much for hopping with us today and I hope you enjoy the new releases!

Hugs,
Chris

133 comments:

cowboydutrem said...

Great easel box, that sure is a cute image!

Rhonda Miller said...

What a great creation. I just love this image. TFS.

Vanja said...

This is absolutely stunning, Chris! Fantastic design, papers, colouring..Love it!
hugs
Vanja

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness Chris! This is absolutely AMAZING hun!! LOVE your beautiful easel drawer and your coloring is over the top! Such a stunning project with this image! HUGS

Esme said...

Wow you really have been busy!! I love the easel box!! Fantastic!

Esme x

Saskia said...

Wow! Gorgeous gift box! You're so creative!!

Hop hop hop... to the next blog!

Sweet greetings, Saskia

**the badge is on my blog**

kbrandy4 said...

Absolutely stunning easel gift box Chris, i'm loving this image. Hugs Hazel xx

Autumn said...

This is beautiful! Fantastic paper choices, a fabulous design!
xxAutumn

Anonymous said...

Goodness mom!! Beautiful job on the box!! The coloring is AWESOME!!! I love all the colors!! Your image is darling!! Love the ribbon and the lace is gorgeous!! I just want them all!!
~meghan

Angel said...

WOW! Oh, Chris, this is just beautiful!!! LOVE IT!

Anonymous said...

Wow! That is an amazing project Chris! I love this SO much! Beautiful combination of colors and papers! Adorable image! Very elegant and would look perfect on my bureau!! hehehe ;)

Beautiful job sweetie! hugs, Angela

Cheryl said...

Wow Chris! So amazing, you did an awesome job girl! xoxo

Erin... said...

Well this is just the most gorgeous thing ever!!!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful project!

Beate said...

Chris, you always make the most amazing creations! Your box is amazing!
Hugs and smiles

Karen W said...

You have been a very busy gal, the past three things are all just fabulous, I love this one especially, love the colors, papers and everything about it!!!

Nazeema Calypso Thompson said...

Chris, you have done it again...left me in complete AWWWW...This box is amazing....how you do it, I don't know but I LOVE it!!!

Laetitia said...

Brilliant!! I am wowed by your card/box. Love everything about it. The cute little girl, the papers, the colours, the gorgeous ribbon.
This is really stunning.
Thank you for your great inspiration,
Have a lovely day,
Laetitia xx

Unknown said...

wow!!! I"m speechless, this is sooo amazing ;)
your have such talent :)
thanks for joining us at Clear it Out

Anneke said...

This is really amazing!!
Hugs Anneke

Sherry Kushibab said...

Never disappointed when I visit your work - another outstanding piece. Once again you have taken a cute stamp and turned it into a magnificent creation.

Chris Hanselman said...

WOW, talk about getting some mileage on one creation...and a beautiful one at that. Look at all the challenges you entered this in. I made something similar as Christmas gift this past Christmas...but they had calendars on them. I love the lace and all the different papers. Thank you for joining us at NettieG's Digital Gems

Chris
Lead Designer
NettieG's Digital Gems

Unknown said...

Love your easel card box, it is gorgeous... so much detail...
Hugs
Kim
x

Unknown said...

Oh I've never seen an easel card gift box, it is spectacular, TFS!!!

Gem said...

Chris this is so beautiful! Thanks for joining in with our Easel cards Challenge this week over at Charisma Cardz! Gemma :)

Peggysue said...

So Pretty Chris! I like the stitch you used around the outer edge. And it looks like you zig-zag stitched around those circle mats?! There is no way I could do that--not with my old clunker of a sewing machine. You made a beautiful little gift box.

Dianne said...

Stunning! It is a beautiful card/box.

Hugs,
Dianne

Marilyn said...

Wowsers... stunning project!

Mimi said...

WOW! The details are amazing, and as always your project is stunning! TFS! ;)

Patti J said...

Wowzers, Chris!!! This is one fabulous project - love it! Thanks for sharing!!!

Sabrina Jackson said...

Chris, girl, you never, never ever, cease to amaze me with the creations you come up with!! Your attention to detail in all of your projects is so amazing!! I love this box as I do all of your creations!! Thanks so very much for sharing you talent with us!! I hope you are feeling better today!! Hugs, Sabrina

Ann Whitfield said...

WOW!!! This is knockout Chris! Absolutely fabulous, thank you for sharing your inspiration with us at Crafty Ann's
Ann x

Craft Confectionery said...

super Cute! TFS

Mina said...

wow wow wow Chris what an amazing piece of work...its stunning
Mina xxx

Elaine ♥ said...

This is just adoreable, such a lot of work and attention to detail has gone into this and your colour work is fabulous :)

Thanks for joining us at Karens Doodles this week :)

Elaine ♥

Sonia said...

Hi!
Wow Chris.. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! GREAT CREATION!
I love all the details, colouring, image.. everything. Very inspirational. Thanks!
Good Luck on challenges.
Great blog hop.
Sony Rivera
Sonia-Studio60

Marie-Anne said...

What a cute card!

Marie-Anne

CraftinGranny said...

OMG Chris, how in the world to you find time to create so many beautiful projects? This is totally awesome with fantastic details, colors, embellies. I love everything about it!!! "Hugs" Carol

Tammy said...

What a beautiful creation....So many wonderful details.
smiles...Tammy

Helen said...

What a gorgeous easel box. Love the image. Regards Helen

Geri Urumova said...

Wow, your creation is so beautiful, very gentle and sweet!
Hugs,
Geri Urumova

Crystal said...

Chris this is sooo beautiful, I LOVE this easel design you came up with, LOVE all the details even on the sides look GORGEOUS!!! Outstanding as always sweetie!

Deb said...

oh wow, your creation is just stunning Chris, totally love it, beautiful! happy crafting Debx

Anki said...

Chris - this is adorable! Just stunning! Wonderful work! Kramis - Anki

Donna said...

Oh Chris, you've outdone yourself again, love that easel card box, such a great design and love all your embellishments you've added too.
hugs
Donna xx

SemSee said...

One word ... A-MA-ZING!!!!! WOW Chris, this is sooooo beautiful! So much gorgeous detail - a veritable feast for the eyes! Absolutely stunning, my friend! WOW!!! (can you tell that I love it? hee hee). Hugs, Sem x

Nona said...

Wow, your creations are gorgeous. I love the detail and layers you put in them :)

Rosa Forino said...

il tuo progetto è molto originale e pieno di dettagli ciao rosa.kreattiva

Rainbow Lady said...

Fabulous creation I love it. Thanks for sharing Love Cynthia x

ruda said...

great box for tiny treasures :)

Amy Johnson said...

Such a beautiful project any little girl would love to display on her dresser!

Cindy Haffner said...

Ohh Chris this is just GORGEOUS!!~

Holly Young said...

Chris another wonderful creation! What a delightful little treasure box you've made! I love the lace and the papers you've chosen. Thanks (again) for playing in Squigglefly's challenge!

Anonymous said...

Love the gift box idea....have never seen anything like this before its very nice!

Mona`s Bittelille Scrappekrok said...

Holy Smokes!!! Chris this is as usually totally awesome! Love that little drawer with the fabby button handles. The image is coloured to perfection...but that`s not something we didn`t allready know, lol. Great job.

Hugs...Mona

Shirley N said...

Another gorgeous creation Chris! Love how you colored your adorable image and love all the fabulous details on your easel box!

Dana said...

Chris, this is over the top stunning!! Anyone would treasure this! Your coloring is gorgeous. Everywhere I look new little details just pop out at you! Fantastic work!
Hugs~
Dana

Jodi said...

I love the easel card and box, it's a beautiful creation that anyone will love!! I love that gorgeous big and pretty bow!
Hugs
Jodi =)

Kerri said...

GET OUT!!!! This is sooooooo GORGEOUS, girlfriend! You are amazing!

~Denise Lynn~ said...

Chris this is GORGEOUS! THe details are amazing and what a wonderful gift this will make. Love everything out it! :)

Trisha said...

This easel box is beautiful. The image is just so cuddly and adorable. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work. I am in awe and I am a new follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

Anita said...

Wow, this is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

Wow!! Another stunning creation!! I just love the colors and your coloring on this Chris.
hugs,
Marty

Stephanie aka Nerdette said...

This card is FABULOUS, the details are amazing. Where do I start gushing. The copic colouring is impecable and I love the Fancy Tags Label die cut etc. Such a GREAT card.

Anonymous said...

This is just amazing!! I love the coloring of this sweet image!! Too cute!! Great choice of colors!! Gorgeous Chris!
hugs,
Anne

Anonymous said...

Wow! This is gorgeous!! I just love this image. The little kitty and the little girl are so sweet!! Your colors and papers are so pretty!! Beautiful design!!

Carol L said...

I can't imagine the time it took to create this, but what a fabulous creation! It's just gorgeous!

Nikki said...

You never cease to amaze me Chris just stunning
hugs Nikki C

papertrails leaver said...

This is gorgeous Chris! So much detail. I love visiting to see your work! Thanks for joining us at Penny's! :-)Amy

Denise Marzec said...

Wowwww, girl, your details are always SOOOOOOOO beautiful. Love that gorgeous bow with the button and cord, and of course your coloring is ALWAYS a total WOWWW!

Kristine Reynolds said...

WOW! What an absolutely fabulous post!

Thanks for joining us at The Rubber Cafe for this weeks challenge to use your favorite dye!

Kristine :0)

Unknown said...

So nice project! Thank you for playing The Desert Island Crafters Challenge :)

Janice said...

Beautiful! Love all the details! TFS!

Joy said...

holy cow Chris, this is awesome, that box, the trim, the image, the details, EVERYTHING! Thanks for playing with Claudia and Company this week! Joy DT

Rachel B said...

I love all those buttons! They look great on your fabulous card/box. Thanks for playing along with Clear It Out!

Crafterkhush said...

In this blog hop..Yours is the first card which has used punched borders and honestly.. I have liked it the best soo far.. The copics rock.. They give the image such a realistic look it's unbelievable..All the cards soo far have been different and beautiful..Yours is the cake so far..Yummy absolutely...

Sue from Oregon said...

Wow, what a great creation...so much work and such a darling sweetie on it!

Becky said...

Chris, this is just stunning! Gorgeous details.

Annette Bowes said...

STUNNING Chris! Where to start there is so much gorgeous detail, the lace trim around the edge, gorgeous ribbon and embellishments and perfect stitching, take careX:)

alethea said...

This is so sweet!!So much work has gone into it!! Just gorgeous!! Hugs xx

hellerlittle said...

TFS this wonderfull romantic Box-Easel ... it´s so sweet ... cu hellerlittle

Jenny V. said...

This is absolutely stunning. I love how you made it into a Box easel project.

Annika said...

ohj my, I can't even begin to imagine the time and love that went into that project - just breathtaking! You ROCK, girl!
Hugs
Annika

Maggie's Crafts said...

Simply stunning!

Thank you for joining us at The Crafty Pad @ http://thecraftypad.blogspot.com/ :)

Maggie
xx

Randi WS said...

Hi Chris,
Wow wow woooow, your creation is amazing, I loooove it! Beautiful colors and soo many details - fantastic!!
Thanks for sharing!!

Lots of love,
Randi WS ;)

Shime said...

Stunning box! Coloring is amazing, beautiful stamp! WOW!

Unknown said...

This is beautiful, Thank you for joining us at Little Claires. Mary x

Fifi Folle said...

This is beautiful! x

Anonymous said...

Wow Chris!! This is not only beautiful but it is amazing and breathtaking!! What a gorgeous project!! Your coloring is so realistic and your papers are perfect. Sweet drawer. Thanks for sharing.
hugs,
Anne

Lyndi said...

Absolutely stunning box. Colours are fantastic
Lxx

Anonymous said...

I an not a part of this hop but had to let you know how much I love your creations. I don't leave many comments but I want you to know how much you inspire me each day I visit. This one is no exception. Beautiful colors, design, and darling image.

Uta said...

What a fantastic box you made... adorable. I love this new stamps.

Greetings, Uta

Stef H said...

i know a little girl who would love something like this! wow GF! this is stunning! and sooooooooo creative!

yeah, we don't drive very far anymore either! we have a van so it's like $70 to fill it up. at least if i stay near home i can go 2 wks on $20. what a sin, huh!

hugs :)

Monica said...

What a fantastic card and box. Great colors and design.

Wendy Ramlakhan said...

Breath-taking!! Love it more than I can say!! :)

Cheryl said...

Chris, your projects are gorgeous! You did a fabulous job showcasing the new images.

Anonymous said...

It took me a while to scroll down to the bottom to leave a comment...LOL! I just love your easel box. Such a creative design. Your papers and colors are beautiful!! Such a sweet image and your coloring is perfect.

kadie said...

Chris, this is absolutely stunning! Wow!! Thanks for sharing it with us over at Claudia and Company!

Annelies said...

Great gift box! I'm sure you'll make someone very happy with this! Greetings from Belgium, Annelies

Mervi said...

Gorgeous card box, happy hopping;-))m

Ellis said...

Stunning easelbox! =)
Thanks for joining us att NettieG's Digital Gems!
Hugs, Elenor

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous easel card box Chris!! Lovin your colors and coloring of the adorable image. Too cute.

Suzanne said...

Oh wow another fantastic creation.
Hugs Sue - SSDS DT

aqualeiga said...

Another stunning creation! A great deal of work has so obviously gone into it. Thank you so much for sharing with us at THE CRAFTY PAD this week. Hugs, Ali x

Diane said...

What a gorgeous creation. Love the colors your used.

Geraldine said...

That is a work of Art! So creative. Thank you for entering the BTC&G challenge this month.
Geraldine

Therese said...

Love your creation - love the easel card! Thanks for sharing x

Unknown said...

Wonderful creation! It's really beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

Brenna said...

that is beautiful!! I love lvoe lvoe the stitching on you easel box!! supre cute!! tfs
brenna
rbanderson@live.ca

Mary J said...

Amazing! I love the attention to detail Chris!

Tenny Kusuma said...

Your Easel Gift Box is so gorgeous. Love everything about it. The image and color combination are pretty too. I'm speechless.
Thanks for sharing.
Have a great weekend.

Tenny

Cor* said...

A wonderful drawer box easle Chris! I love the trim around the base. A wicked cute image and you papers are stunning. I also love your large bow! Thanks for sharing your awesome easle with us at Creative Inspirations! Good luck!

Unknown said...

Love it, what a beautiful job you did with this drawer box. TFS. I am a new follower.
Hugs,
Melissa D
mkds312@hotmail.com
www.sleeplesswonder.blogspot.com

AmyJRockstar said...

Wow, this hop is amazing. Every blog I go to just gets better and better. I absolutely LOVE your creation. It is incredibly beautiful and you have amazing talent! I am a happy new follower. TFS and if you decide to sell this, let me know!!!!
XO ~ Amy Jo (follower)
amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
http://lv2scrapandfibrofacts.blogspot.com/

Gale said...

Wow. This is beautiful. I love all of the little extras that you have added. It is finished offf perfectly! Thanks for sharing with us at GingerLoft Challenges! :) Gale

Gail said...

Hi Chris.... your easel card gift box is so beautiful and i adore Valerie and Kittie Sitting stamp. This is my first blog hop and it just keeps getting better and better with each hop! Who knew you could have so much fun on a Friday night blog hopping ~ LOL! TFS your creativity!

Julye said...

What a fab keeksake and one any wee girl would treasure thanks for sharing.

Claire said...

Stunning creation Chris! Thanks for joining us at Crafty Ann's and good luck
Claire xx

Shazza said...

wow Chris, this is just beautiful....amazing x

Mocha-Latte Crafts said...

Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing, Tanya R.

Lori Aragon said...

I can't believe how BEAUTIFUL this project is Chris! Truly such beauty to behold :)

Thanks for your hard work!!!

Love n hugs,
Lori

Zora said...

I love yout box it´s gourgues.

Juliep said...

Oh wow, this is absolutely gorgeous. Love everything about this little box and your colors are amazing together.

Lisa R. said...

Love these easel card boxes, i've got to try one. great job showcasing the adorable image! Thanks for sharing. http://lisaspaperaddiction.blogspot.com/
joy4umetoo@hotmail.com

Linda Coughlin, the funkie junkie said...

Oh my, Chris, your work is always so spectacular! Love all the beautiful details you include. I don't know how you find time to make so many gorgeous creations, but I always enjoy coming here and drooling! So happy I found time to hop along with the new Whimsey release hop.

Vicki Romaine said...

This is beautiful. Everything about it is stunning. Thanks for joining "Is It Spring Yet?" at the Cheerful Stamp Pad. Please come back often.

Sharon Caudle said...

Oh my gosh, Chris! You continue to amaze me every time I visit! This is stunning! I don't think there is anything you can't do! Thanks so much for joining us at Papertake Weekly and hope you join us again soon!
hugs, Sharon

Leanne said...

Wow! Beautiful.

Diana Sears said...

this project is so beautiful!!!! I love the colors. she is so cute.

diana s
hurst tx

Kim said...

WOW!!! Your gift box is gorgeous! The image is so adorable and the details on the box is awesome. Thanks for joining us at Tuesday Throwdown.

Deb said...

Awesome! what a gorgeous creation, love all your details and sweet image, fabulous bow finishes it off beautifully, thanks so much for sharing with us at Creative Inspirations and we hope to see you again soon
Debs
xxx

Peggy T. said...

Gorgeous Project. Love the details. Thank you for joining us on NettieG's Digital Gems.

Suzi McKenzie said...

Absolutely stunning, love everything about it.
Thank you for joining us at Desert Island Crafters
Suzi
xxx

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