Today we have something just a bit different….I had a whole different tag and whole different technique shot and nearly edited for today — and lo and behold, a stamp set arrived in my mailbox that was so cute I *had* to make it into a set of tags! It’s one I designed for Simon Says Stamp a while ago and it’s releasing today. Yes RIGHT NOW! Shopping links are in the dooblie doo here and on YouTube in case you, like me, fall in love with Bruce!
Video
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Meet Bruce! Oh my goodness. He seriously has my heart in his little hand! (These are my names for the stamps – yes, yes, I talk to my stamps….so sue me for being weird!)
And here’s frightened little Jeremy….hiding in his mailbox.
And this is Wendell….he’s a little afraid someone will steal the gift before he gives it to you.
And Miss Penny…who is just so shy she couldn’t tell me her name, so I named her after my little crafting buddy.
You can use any water-based markers to do this – Memento, Tombow, Distress, Marvy….whatever you like! If you need to pick up some markers, I’ve linked to a couple different kinds in the supply list below.
And as promised in the video – here’s a quick idea for kids valentines using this set…the template for the matchbook card is from yesterday’s tag video…except on this one, I used a brad, and punched a half-circle to help it fit without running into the brad when it’s tucked in by little fingers. They don’t have to be colored nice like this with Copics, though – crayon coloring by your kids would be adorable. Fun, eh?
Have a SUPER Friday, everyone!!
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Awwww……just love little Bruce!!!!
They are very cute monsters.
Not only do I learn from every video you produce, but you are so darn entertaining!!! These monsters are so cute. Thank you for sharing yourself with us!
Sweet Monsters and I love that you named them!
These are so cute!! I LOVE, LOVE this stamp set.
Such a cute stamp set! Another super set of tags!
Fun my little men would love these
Oh these monsters are too stinkin cute! Oh how talented you are:) Thank you for another day of awesomeness!!!
These are so cute! I love Wendell!! 🙂
Copic would sell more markers if they tweeted your cards more often! This is a very fun series with so many different techniques and styles
cute cute cute And congrats on the tweet. the truck tag was great
These are too stinking cute….I have that perfect little Christmas monster they would be perfect for!
Myrna
Oh my! These monsters are so fun! What cute tags.
great tags….. unique use of banner stamps……. thank you
Congratulations on your new stamps and dies. You must have been thrilled to get that package in the mail. Very fun tags and love the watercoloring but looking forward to seeing them done up in copics!
Sandy, I love your cute little monster hugs critters. Jeremy and Wendall are especially cute
Too funny that they didn’t tell you their names while you were designing them, but waiting till they’d been “finished” and delivered! Cute lil guys and gal.
You are right. They are just adorable and love the watercolor look you used with them.
These little monsters are too cute!
These monsters are sooo cute! It’s fun to see the difference between the vivid Copics and the softer water based markers.
Oh, my gosh! Those monsters are so dang cute! Love the way you’ve colored them, Sandy! So fun!
I am really enjoying your tag series. The little monsters are so cute and I also liked seeing them made into Valentines!
I LUV THE SENTIMENT UBMINE? Monster talk!!! Very clever, the dies are nice also, to have,,, thanks sandy !!!
These are too adorable (the tags). The stamp set is also fabulous. They are too cute. I can see using the mailbox image on envelopes — too fun!
Those are the cutest monsters! I will be ordering the set very soon. Great job!
omg Sandy these are incredible!!!!!
Sandy – I love your little monsters (& their names) so much, I’ve already gone to Simon Says Stamp to order a set for myself – can’t wait to get my inks on ’em! Love that they can be used for just about any holiday or occasion, and that my grandkids will love ’em as much as I do!
Thanks for all you do.
Super cute monsters you created! I loved that you named, cause that is something I would do as well! Really sweet tags for kids.
The stamp set is adorable! My grandkids would love to have this tag on their presents.
Those are just too cute! They will be perfect for cards for my grandson. They are going on my wish list.
Super cute little monsters! Love the watcoloring!
I just ordered this set. Resistance was futile.l I am going to have to work overtime because of so much inspiration on your blog.
Donna
I love your stamps! Your tags are so adorable!
I love monsters….
Thank you
Seriously way too cute!! Saw them SSS yesterday–they’re on m wish list.
Oh Sandy, what an ADORABLE stamp set! I’ll have to get it!! You did such a great job with the coloring!
I love these little monsters. My Gr grandsons love dinosaurs and monsters. These would be great for their packages. I love the valentines too. I must have this set….I think adults will like them as much as the kids. I know I do. Your water coloring is great, as usual. TFS. Cannot wait to see tomorrows offering.
Who would have think a..a..monsters for Christmas! LOVE it.
These are so darn cute! I love all the tags you have shared with us so far but this are the frosting on the cake.
Thanks so much for sharing and congrats on your new stamp/die set Sandy!
Such a cute stamp set and your tags are too.
Totally adorable, Sandy. Especially Jeremy is the cutest monster I ever saw.
Awesome stamp set!! Great tags!! Congrats on the tweet, pretty sweet!!
These are so freaking adorable! I am going to have to get them -of course!!!!!!!!! I love the coloring methods you used!
OMG- soooo cute! Love the little monsters and their names fit them perfectly!
So darn cute! Jeremy is my favorite!
These are too cute! I can see using the monsters for birthday and thinking of you cards also. Thanks for sharing.
Love these super cute monsters and boy do they make adorable valentines!
——– Oh my goodness! They are just the cutest. Another great video. Thanks for sharing.
Ähhhh I would not say that these lovely monsters are only for kids cards – I LOVE THEM !!!
They are so cute – this is an absolute “must have” stamp set 🙂
Thanks for the great video!!!
Such inspiration for tags this year. I need to start my tags soon. I just finished cards and I’ve been enjoying your tags to give me the mojo I need.
Love the monster tags! And thank you for showing the alternative way to use as Valentines! 🙂