Wednesday, September 16, 2009

BIG NEWS!! (including Blog Hop coming, with CANDY!



Finally, I can share my big news with you!! I have been on the edge of my seat with this secret but now I can tell you!!
I have been asked to illustrate digi stamps for Squigglefly!!!!!
Working for Squigglefly is totally amazing for this little artist! When Ashley and Chesney, the sisters who own Squigglefly, invited me to be a contributing illustrator for their digital stamp company, I was so excited. You see, I have been given carte blanche, to draw whatever I want as often as I want... now that is an artist's dream! That means I can let my imagination run wild and let all those little pictures out of my heart that have been patiently waiting to be revealed!
I also discovered the Squigglefly Design Team, and have been getting to know those wonderful gals! What a sweet bunch! They are full of enthusiasm and encouragement for one another. I love them already!! I feel so welcomed by all of them! They keep busy doing the challenges on the Squigglefly Challenge blog (Hi Ladies!! Waving!!)
So now you know ONE of the secrets I have been hiding from you! I am not saying anymore right now, ... BUT... I have been a busy, busy girl!
I do have a couple more surprises up my sleeve... you'll find out soon enough! (aint I a stinkin' TEASER!)

Now lets talk digi images...
I wasn't sure how to print them and if the ink would run, and what mediums I could use. I discovered I can use Prismacolor pencils, Copic Markers, or Twinkling H20 water color paints. Virtually ANY medium!
My laser jet printer works best for water coloring. I just heat set it after it prints, as if I was heat embossing an image, and I'm set to go - the ink doesn't run!
I use an ink jet printer for Copics or Prismas, and I don't need to heat set at all. I just wait a couple of minutes for the ink to properly set and I'm good to go!
The best part about digi images is that you get to use them as soon as you buy them. No more waiting for orders to arrive! AND, you can resize the image and even flip it if you want to, and the lines of the image still look perfect!
The bonus is, digi images are AFFORDABLE for everyone!
Well, I'm SOLD on digi now, there's no turning back!! Don't get me wrong, I am equally in love with rubber, but now that I have been playing with digi for a few weeks, I realize all the FUN I have been missing out on!

Anyway, Squigglefly is letting me show you some sneak peeks of my debut release! They will be available to purchase on:
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19.
You can buy and download INSTANTLY off their site!!!

EVEN MORE GOOD NEWS:
BLOG CANDY!!!!
The Squigglefly Design Team is having a blog hop on Friday the 18th, the day before the release, with a HUGE PRIZE to be given to one lucky winner!! Yours truly will pick a name using Random Integer Generator from all the comments you leave in the hop! The winner is going to get ALL TEN of my new illustrations, PLUS THREE sentiments, which I also produced by hand to match some of the images. AND, I am going sweeten the deal by adding some stuff from my stash, which I will send via snail mail to whomever wins!! Leave a comment on as many of the DT's blogs as you can in order to increase your chances of winning!!
Phew! So much excitement... now on to my card:



I printed this new image I did for Squigglefly called "Pop and the Kids" on water color paper using my laser jet printer and heat set it. I colored it with Copics. I love how water color paper makes Copic coloring virtually seamless! It does bleed a bit though so you can't soak it too much! I plan on giving this card to my Dad, just because, well, because he is a great Dad!
This post is long enough without me going into any more details. But come back tomorrow!! I'll have another peek for you!!
And Friday I've got a peek AND a new video demo on how I water color!! And don't forget, that's the day of the Blog Hop! You won't want to miss it!!!
Thanks for visiting my blog today!

59 comments:

  1. Chrissie this is just wonderful news for you! I am so glad we will stillbe able to buy your wonderful illustrations! Big congratulations to you!!! I just knew you would be snapped up super quick!

    as for that card...wonderful! Whata beautiful illustration and I can'twait until it is released coz i for sure will be buying that one! Your colouring never ceases to amaze! Hugs Judy xx

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  2. Wow, wow, wow!!
    Congratulations, Crissy!
    I am so excited for you!
    I don`t know anyone who would do a better job than you. You are such a talented artist. Can`t wait to see what you come up with!!
    Big hugs:)

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  3. Congratulations and your card is amazing! Your colouring wow......Kram - Anki

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  4. Congratulations hun, that card is so very cute and Lions are just my favorite thing of all time, this one is the cutest one i have ever seen the babys are gorgeous to, i did smile when i saw the name of it lol, have a great day hugs Pops x x x

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  5. Congratulations Chrissy! What great news. I am a big digi stamp fan and I laso love your images. So for me it is a win-win situation! :) Can't wait to see your new drawings. This one looks absolutely fab.

    Hugs,
    Larissa

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  6. It's great card!!!!Beautyful colors and sweety lions...

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  7. OH CONGRATULATIONS!! how wondeful is that!! i'm sooo jealous! i am trying to start a digi download site and finding the technology confusing!
    cant wait to see what you produce!!

    Love pop and the kids!

    Hugs Di xxxx

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  8. Oh wow Crissi, Congratulations!!!. I did not know that you can draw so beautifully and you will definitely be an asset to the DT. Love your lioness with her little cubs. Way to go girl.
    Hugs
    Desire

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  9. Sweeeeeet card Chrissy,love those lions! And of course your coloring always blows me away!

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  10. Wow, that is exciting news! Congrats on your new position and I can't wait to see the things that you come up with now :0)

    PS: Love the lions

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  11. Congrats Chrissy! I'm so exciting that you've gone digital. I love your work and I will definitely check out the blog hop at Squigglefly!

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  12. Congratulations Chrissy, Squigglefly are so lucky to have such a talented illustrator. Your card is awesome and I love your colouring of Pop and the Kids, your shading is awesome. I have already seen the fabulous card Vicki has created and this is another gorgeous image, can´t wait to see them all.
    Hugs,
    Nicola -x-

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  13. Crissy, your card is just the best. I love the way you put the leaf sprigs in the corners, and I like the other corners being turned down. Your dad is going to frame this! I'm so happy to have gotten to know you!

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  14. what an awesome card Chrissy!! We are so lucky to have you join us at squigglefly!

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  15. Wow, wow wow! You rock, girl! Am I the first here to hear the News? Hehehe...

    Crissy, Congratulations! A big hug from Ireland - that is such wonderful news. I am really happy for you. You are so talented, you deserve this!

    Looking forward to seeing all your designs. I haven't tried any digi stamps yet, but your design certainly tempts me a lot! Best wishes for the future new endeavour, and most importantly, ENJOY! Love, Lily

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  16. Congrats Crissy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hugs Peggy xx

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  17. wonderful news Crissy! I'm sure this will be a hit w/stampers! Love your lion card and can't wait to see the hop and order!
    Pam Going Postal

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  18. Gorgeous card, wonderful colouring of the image.
    Afraid not all inkjets work with digi images, mind doesn't it still smudges days after they're printed.
    I have to clear emboss them.
    luv
    Debby

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  19. hey, hey chrissy! i am sooooooo honored to be working with you on the squigglefly DT! i am loving your images, your talent and most of all your bubbly personality. this is gonna be one heck of a fun ride!

    i wish you much continued success!

    tons of hugs,

    p.s. hubby looks a bit like newt gingrich - in my opinion - and your family is gorgeous!

    more hugs,

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  20. such a gorgeous image!! and a really great card!

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  21. Good morning Crissy, and welcome aboard! I am one of Squigglefly's biggest fans and I KNOW you'll love being among these fabulous designers! Oh do they ever have fun! :) I am so excited with the new images I've seen...YOU are one talented lady! ;) Can't wait to see what's to come! BTW...you have a GORGEOUS family!

    Hugs (OH...we in the south hug everyone whether we know them or not!)
    Freida ;)

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  22. Congratulations! I am so excited for you. I am also thrilled that you are doing digi images. I am also becoming a convert (even though I will never leave rubber entirely). I cannot wait for the blog hop on Friday and Saturday to buy!!

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  23. Oh I'm so pleased for you Crissy! Congratulations. Looking forward to seeing your illustrations, I've already fallen in love with the lion in your card. Gorgeous. Have a great day. Hugs Dawn Marie.xx

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  24. How very exciting! I know you're thrilled....I'm so happy for you and can't wait to see what you've been storing in your head. I LOVE those lions!! Congrats and have fun being busy! Hugs,

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  25. Yippee Chrissy! Congrats on your new position. I am so happy that you will continue to share your wonderful illustrations! I love this one. It would be perfect to give to my hubby as we have 3 little cubs of our own!
    Hugs Jeanette.
    PS I love, love your coloring videos! They are wonderful.

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  26. Oh Crissy, your coloring looks JUST as fabulous on the digis too! :) - I think you need to teach me some things!! :)

    I'm so excited to have you with Squigglefly!! Your images are so fun to work with!! I was like you with the rubber into digi...I tried one and now I'm hooked!! :) Hope you enjoy the ride that's ahead of you!! Congrats!! HUGS

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  27. oh my goodness, super congrats! that's fantastic :D you deserve it ;) and what an ADORABLE card! looove the lions :D

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  28. That's wonderful news, congrats!! I love digi's and being able to get and download them right away. :) Your Pop and the Kids image is so sweet...an adorable card! Looking forward to your watercoloring demo! ~Hugs

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  29. WOOOOOHOOOOO!!!! What could possibly be better then having YOUR images INSTANTLY???? Oh Crissy this is fabulous news!!! I'm so happy and Congratulations!!! I CANNOT WAIT to see what you've got for us! ***doing the happy dance***
    Big Huge Hug,
    Lisa
    P.S. Thanks for your tutorial videos..I love them and I always learn SO much!!!

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  30. Wonderful news Crissy! I am so happy for you! I like your beautiful designs and can't wait to see what you will create for Squgglefly!
    Love the card you created! Your coloring is stunning. Love how you folded little corner on the card Thank you so much for sharing your talent!

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  31. Congrats Crissy on your big news!Your card is so cute and your coloring is so amazing!
    Hugs,Connie

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  32. Wow!!!! Congratulations!!! Lovely digi-design!!! I'm looking out for more... :)

    Sweet greetings,
    Saskia :)

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  33. Crissy, OMG! What fabulous news.. Your pride of lions is SPECTACULAR! What a blessing of talent you've been given. We are lucky to be able to share it with you through your designs! Continued good fortune and blessings to you.

    Michelle

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  34. Congrats my dear, I am so excited for you and I am so excited we can have your images again. That is just the best news dear.
    Big hugs

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  35. Fantastic news Chrissie, so pleased we will be seeing more of your designs, they are fab, I just love them all. Brilliant card too!
    Jo x

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  36. Yahoo!! Congratulations Crissy! This image is wonderful, great card as well, awesome coloring! I can't wait to see the rest!

    Hugs, Kelly

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  37. I so love the lions and your card is incredible. This is very exciting!

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  38. This is incredible news Crissy! I am not surprised though. Your illustrations are fabulous so I knew you would land well. Can't wait to see what your partnership with Squigglefly brings. I have never tried digital - maybe it is time to give it a try.

    Love your lions! The card is gorgeous!! xx

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  39. Huge congratulations Sweetie and WOW what a fantastic start you've made with your wonderful lions, I love them and your fabulous colouring. Can't wait to see the rest of your release and popping one or two in my basket on Saturday, aren't digi's the greatest :)!!! Love to you as always and good luck on your new roller coaster. Big hugs, Chris xx

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  40. absolutely gorgeous card & image! :) good luck with your new digi-illustrations!

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  41. Crissy, this is just adorable! I am always a huge fan of your animals (and your coloring...of course)!! Congrats on the new position! The new team is surely blessed to have you on board!!
    ~Lacey

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  42. WOWSIE!!!! I am so excited for you! Congratulations! I love those lions and I'm sure I'll love the other images, too - can't wait to see what you've done!

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  43. Get OUT!!!!! How awesome to get your super-cute images INSTANTLY! I've never used Squigglefly, but I'm a fan of the digital "stamp" as well...two of my DT's use them and they are AWESOME! Can't WAIIIIIIIIIT!

    And more news? Can my heart take it? LOL!!!

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  44. Great news, Crissy! Can't wait to hear the "other" news, too! LOVE LOVE LOVE your lions!

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  45. Wow- I happened upon your blog not too long ago and I love your images! Can't wait to start being able to buy them!! Congrats on the new adventure!

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  46. Terrific news Crissy! Can't wait to color you creations!

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  47. What Fabulous News Crissy..Congratulations!!..I love this Cute image and your card is Totally Wonderful!!.....Hugs, Ila

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  48. Awesome news! See, told ya God has plans for ya!

    Not all inkjet prints work wonders with Copics though.. I know. :(

    Gorgeous card and gorgeous coloring! Have a wonderful day!

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  49. Oh I am so excited for you! Congratulations ~ you deserve this! Way to go!

    Smiles,

    Brandi

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  50. Ohhh how cute is this image!! I've seen a few sneak peeks and am already loving what i see. with images like these i will be a huge fan and customer. Thanks so much!!
    hugs,
    Rachel

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  51. Congrats Crissy!! Im so glad to see you designing for another company and digital too!!! Instant gratification! Gotta love it!LOL!!

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  52. Congratulations Crissy, I'm so excited for you!! I can't wait to see more of your designs. The lion and cubs are adorable! Big Hugs girl!

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  53. Crissy---these are adorable...congrats on your new venture (or one of em!)

    I have a horrible time printing digital images with my printer...when i use copics they smear all over...so i hope you will be doing some stamps too!!! Anyway....your rock---LOVING your illustrations...they are precious!!!

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  54. Congrats on your new venue!! I have always loved your images, and now for Squigglefly!! How FAB!! I love your lion family card, but then I always love your cards!!!

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  55. OMG! This is so cute that I can hardly contain myself! That lion is my most favorite of all-it was the very first stamp I bought from HH! I am excited to try copics on wc paper...your coloring is flawless and glowing! This card is gorgeous! I am SO happy for you!!

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  56. Congrats Crissy! Your creations are wonderful and I can't wait to get some of them! beautiful cards!

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  57. Good morning Crissy, oh wow ive missed so much since my last visit. i AM so sorry ive not been by for a while, im struggling to stay on top of things right now. I love this image,you are so very clever, im off to look at the squigglefly downloads, and will be treating myself to some of your designs. This card is great, hope you are well, hugs Linda x

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