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You are here: Home / Copic Advanced / Scenic Storytelling – Top Flight Stamps and Katzelkraft Chiens et Chats

Scenic Storytelling – Top Flight Stamps and Katzelkraft Chiens et Chats

March 26, 2017 by Sandy Allnock 103 Comments Filed Under: Copic Advanced Tagged With: pets

It’s my birthday (Monday) – and while I’m gone all day taking day two of a watercolor workshop (hope nothing goes awry here on the blog in the meantime!), there’s a fabby hop to keep you busy! Let’s GO!

Topflight Stamps, LLC Grand Opening!!!

I’m excited to be part of a Grand Opening Bloghop with a new stamp retailer – Top Flight Stamps – and they’re bringing us some global FUN! For many of the online shops we buy from, it’s really hard to bring in stamps from all over the globe – that’s why you often don’t see them around. But when Top Flight Stamps reached out and asked if I’d spread the word … well, I know you guys love seeing “new things!” And even though today’s stamps aren’t “new” by any stretch of the imagination (years old), they’re new to ME and that’s what counts, right?

They also have an amazing Grand Opening Special Discount – 20% off ALL orders til March 31 – use code TFS-GO20 And, they offer FREE shipping for US addresses for orders over $50!!

NOTE: The stamps I used are out of stock – and won’t be back til April. We’ll all have to be patient for restocking on international stamps, this is why most US-based retailers don’t tend to carry them. BUT – Donna from TopFlight says you can email during this sale and tell her you want them, and she’ll honor the 20% off once the stamps come in.

Read on below for the bloghop and prize info – but I’m so excited, I wanna show you my project first! 🙂

Scenic Storytelling

In conjunction with sharing these new stamps, I’ll show you quickly how to mount unmounted red rubber on Ezmount – lots of international stamps are done this way to save on shipping. So they’re a little time consuming, to make up for trying to keep prices reasonable. But worth it! I’ll do some speed coloring – but then, the scenic storytelling begins. Lots of you want to do backgrounds, so I’ll chat a bit about how I get these things together, and maybe YOU will be inspired to do this with your stamps, too! Watch the video below or click HERE to see it in HD on YouTube.

The stamp across the top is, I assume, a train station gate – so these three pups are dressed for travel! On the panel behind them I drew two pillars, and a bit of a train – although you can’t see much so I kinda wasted a bit of time there. Grey blobs might be more effective!

The grumpy cat….looks like me on some days. LOL. We’ve had so much rain lately, yeesh!

Mischievous kitties are ready to steal an ice cream sundae….I used to have a cat who LIVED for Double Chocolate Brownie by Dreyers. And that brand and flavor ONLY. He’d shove his whiskers right in my bowl – or turn his nose up if I didn’t have the right kind! For the scene I drew a table and chair, and the background picture could also be a window?

This hot dog is riding his razor scooter backwards AND in sunglasses. He’s truly too cool for school on his boardwalk ride! I used really light colors for the sand, water, and sky so they’d recede into the background.

And last but not least – a party! They’re all riding the little doggie – who looks just a bit puzzled! Often we’d let a stack of animals just sit on a plain background – but I added a simple rug, striped wallpaper, and pink trim to give them a “room” for their party. Baclgrounds don’t have to be hard!

Sleepy kitty looks a bit like me when the alarm goes off – AGH! Stop that noise! Especially today – it’s my birthday….and I’ll be at a watercolor class all day. Which is a good reason for an early alarm, but still….I’m with kitty, let’s sleep in tomorrow! 🙂

Hope you take some time to poke around on the Top Flight Stamps website – be sure to tell Donna I said hello! Don’t forget the 20% off sale good til the 31st – and FREE shipping once you hit $50!

Bloghop

Hop along and visit all the crafters on the hop – be sure to comment on ALL the blogs on the hop to be eligible for the GRAND PRIZE a $50 store credit!!!  PLUS – each of the designers in this blog hop are giving away a $10 gift certificate to one of the commenters on their post. I will announce my winner here on Monday, April 3. The $50 Grand Prize winner will be announced on the Topflight Stamps Blog on the same day. Good luck!!

Next stop on the hop: Rachel Kleinman!

Here’s the full list – go see what they all have to share!

  • Topflight Stamps
  • Donna Bowman
  • Clare Messenger
  • Linsey Rickett
  • Julia Stainton
  • Karen Crossen
  • Heather Pulvirenti
  • Veronica Zalis
  • Tenia Nelson
  • Lynne Forsythe
  • Lisa Hoel
  • Sandy Allnock – You are here
  • Rachel Kleinman
  • Teri Anderson
  • Lisa Adametz

Supplies

Below are links to the supplies I’ve used for today’s project. Compensated affiliate links may used, which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I truly appreciate your support toward the costs of running this blog! Read more.

  • Katzelkraft Les Drôles D’accessoires (Funny Accessories)
  • Katzelkraft Les Chiens (Dogs)
  • Katzelkraft Les Chats Russes (Russian Cats)
  • Copic Markers 
  • Neenah Cardstock
  • Ez Mount Sheets:
    • EZ Thin Mount Sheet, 8.5×11
    • EZ Thick Mount Sheet, 8.5×11
  • Scissors:
    • Tim Holtz Tonic Non-Stick Micro Serrated Scissors
    • Tim Holtz Tonic Mini Snips
    • Tim Holtz Tonic Kushgrip Titanium Shears

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Comments

  1. Angela R says

    July 25, 2019 at 7:14 am

    Great stamps and stories! Did you use the thick rubber mounting material?

    Reply
  2. Julie Wright says

    April 2, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    unbelievable talent and love your color choices! Cute stamps, too!!

    Reply
  3. Helen Gullett says

    March 31, 2017 at 6:30 am

    Those are super fun and fabulous cards, Sandy!!! Your coloring is so inspiring. Thank you!

    Reply
  4. Ann Reisinger says

    March 30, 2017 at 11:18 pm

    How very, very creative. Thank you so much for your videos Sandy – love them!

    Reply
  5. Mary Holshouser says

    March 30, 2017 at 8:57 pm

    These are fun stamps.
    Remind me of the old poker-playing
    pictures of years ago. Love the
    animals. I’ll get on the list.
    thanks for sharing

    Reply
  6. 3kidmama says

    March 29, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    What a lovely birthday treat for your blog readers!!! Such lovely stories – never knew French kitties and doggies could be so much fun. Thanks for introducing me to this new store – it wouldn’t have been on my radar otherwise. just today I was trying to hunt down an American store where I might be able to purchase a stamp from a German stamp company. I’ll be a customer for sure! Happy Birthday Sandy – hope you class was a great one!

    Reply
  7. Ionabunny says

    March 29, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    These are all gorgeous and the cats and dogs are too cute. Love these. TFS. Hugz

    Reply
  8. Mendi Yoshikawa says

    March 29, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    These are all so much fun! LOVE the sweet scenes you sketched in around them and these stamps are absolutely fabulous!

    Reply
  9. SusanME says

    March 29, 2017 at 11:41 am

    Found this hop when viewing this video on YouTube – YAY Katzelkraft! Can’t wait to see what else they’ve got on their site. Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU (a little late…). Love these chats et chiens – your coloring and then backgrounds are divine!!

    Reply
  10. Rebekah K says

    March 29, 2017 at 10:33 am

    I can’t believe I went through the whole blog hop, starting here, and completely forgot to comment on your wonderful cards! Your backgrounds really bring the whole scene to life! I absolutely love seeing what you’re creating each day. Keep up the beautiful work.

    Reply
  11. Bianca Rebel says

    March 29, 2017 at 5:55 am

    I’m crazy about animals and specially about cats and dogs! So funny and fantastic this serie of cards with Katzelkraft stamps. I love them all. I wish you a very happy birthday and much more creative years to go!

    Reply
  12. suzschultz23 says

    March 28, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    Awesome dog and cat art projects!! Great colors and great “storytelling”!

    Reply
  13. Debby Jones says

    March 28, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    Awesome! These are smooth and flawless!

    Reply
  14. Lu C says

    March 28, 2017 at 3:38 pm

    As always your cards are delightful! I went to the new stamp website and even tried to buy some, but, alas, there was a glitch in the system and I couldn’t get my order to go through. I suspect the stamps were flying off the shelves, and I just wasn’t quick enough. Will keep checking back to see when she is restocked. LOVED the variety of ‘off the beaten track’ stamps.’ Thanks for the alert 🙂

    Reply
  15. Patt H. says

    March 28, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    Oh Sandy! Your cards are so fun! I especially love the Grumpy cat with the umbrella. My brother-in=law was just here grumping about the rain & it made me think of him immediately. I need that stamp! Thanks so much for sharing all these adorable images. You are so talented!!!!

    Reply
  16. Carla Hundley says

    March 28, 2017 at 10:22 am

    All of your cards
    are so fun and
    beautifully made.
    Carla from Utah

    Reply
  17. beastybunny says

    March 28, 2017 at 7:24 am

    Love the cards! I have had my eye on these stamp aets (along with the Grumpy Penguins from Katzelkraft for some time). And great use to tell a story!

    Reply
  18. Sandi Paniec says

    March 28, 2017 at 7:12 am

    Just wanted to add thanks for so many card ideas.

    Reply
  19. Karen J says

    March 28, 2017 at 7:11 am

    I LOVE your style and admire your talent. You are truly gifted. I must have these stamps and blame you! LOL!

    Reply
  20. Sandi Paniec says

    March 28, 2017 at 6:59 am

    I love these stamps but had difficulty seeing them on a card. Thanks so much for the inspiration.

    Reply
  21. Karen P says

    March 28, 2017 at 5:47 am

    Sandy your cards are so adorable. Love to watch your videos and I think you so much for sharing them.

    Reply
  22. mkskinkare says

    March 28, 2017 at 5:14 am

    Wow!!!! Your cards are just over the top! Love all the coloring, the scenes are so realistic! Love them all but really do love that Grumpy Cat! These are a must have to add to my collection!

    Reply
  23. Linda F says

    March 28, 2017 at 5:05 am

    Your doggie and kitty scenes are so adorable. I really love the cranky kitty and the clock and the cool doggie dude on the scooter.

    Reply
  24. Lynne Forsythe says

    March 28, 2017 at 4:50 am

    …not even sure what to say. Your coloring ability is just BEYOND WORDS and I am speechless!!!

    Reply
  25. tjgrdina says

    March 28, 2017 at 4:24 am

    OMGOSH! I LOVE these stamps! I have seen them and couldn’t justify the high cost of ordering them from across the pond!! Now I can get them!!!! OMGOSH! Your cards are fabulous!!!

    Reply
  26. Kathy/NorthCarolina says

    March 28, 2017 at 4:06 am

    Oh my little goodness! These are delightful! Each one really does tell a story! You have magic in your fingers, my dear! Thanks for the great video, too!

    Reply
  27. NatQuebec says

    March 28, 2017 at 3:46 am

    Ohh it’s adorable! Love all your scenes, you are so good making the “right” backgrounds for them

    Reply
  28. Sandra says

    March 28, 2017 at 1:23 am

    Ah these cards are fantastic. I have got these stamps too.. what should I say. It becomes a hardworking day.. I wish I could colorize them a bit like youThank you for this wonderful inspiring!!

    Reply
  29. Kristy Pearson says

    March 27, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    I love these cards! The stamps are just too funny. The expressions are great!

    Reply
  30. Carolyn Pokorney says

    March 27, 2017 at 10:53 pm

    I love each of these cards and the best part is the story behind them of course…..your coloring is amazing and always inspires me to challenge myself! I want all of the KaltElcraft stamps of course they are sold out with this great discount going on..to,say the least I have many stories to stamp as I have three very distinctly different cats and a 90#german Shepard who thinks he is a cat as he was raised by them
    …my favorite is grumpy kitty my grumpy kitty loves me and his stamp fits her perfect Thanks again Sandy!

    Reply
  31. Cynthia Clark says

    March 27, 2017 at 10:42 pm

    Fabulous cards, Sandy. I’m glad that I’m not alone making up stories for my scenes. lol

    Reply
  32. Denise Bryant says

    March 27, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    Oh, these kitties and pups are just adorable! Love the cards you created and your beautiful coloring and details! Enjoying the hop, and excited to get to shop some of these international companies!
    Happy Birthday to you!

    Reply
  33. Kirsty Vittetoe says

    March 27, 2017 at 9:27 pm

    Wow, these are amazing work!

    Reply
  34. Katie B says

    March 27, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    I love your backgrounds and the way you tell stories with images. I thought the thing with numbers on it was a prize podium like in the Olympics I never would have thought of it as a doorway to a train platform. You’re so clever.

    Reply
  35. Sherry Bonnice says

    March 27, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    Happy Birthday Sandy! Today is my birthday also, only I’ve celebrated many more than you and so I wish for you many more to come! Thanks for sharing all your wonderful work with me!

    Reply
  36. Christi C says

    March 27, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    I have wanted the cat stamp set since I saw it, ages ago!! I am SO happy I can get the set now (when it is in stock) and a bunch of other cool stamps from companies that have been out of reach.
    Happy Birthday Sandy !

    Reply
  37. Carol K says

    March 27, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    so enjoyed the storytelling. . . .such vibrant color

    Reply
  38. Mary W says

    March 27, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    Really cute scenes/story settings! I just never know what to expect when I check in – full of surprises. Must be what keeps you happy and giving.

    Reply
  39. Mary W says

    March 27, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Hope next year is the best yet and the following ones even better!

    Reply
  40. Joann Williams says

    March 27, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    WOW…. lovely cards and awesome inspiration Sandy!!! Thanks for sharing!
    Check out my blog if ya can, as I host always anything goes challenges each week! Have a wonderful day!
    Hugs,
    Jo
    Jo’s Scrap Shack

    Reply
  41. jlingraham says

    March 27, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    Your coloring makes these fun stamps pop!

    Reply
  42. Sandy Diller says

    March 27, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    Your cards are always amazing – love your videos and this one was so many great ideas rolled into one.

    Reply
  43. Linda says

    March 27, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    Great use of the stamps! Does your copic class teach the background scenes? Not these exact ones, but creating the rooms, etc

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      March 27, 2017 at 6:56 pm

      No, it’s more basic than that. But according to those who’ve taken it -it’s really helpful with a lot of coloring issues. More advanced ones are coming, and Jumpstart is the prerequisite.

      Reply
  44. Cindy Aguirre says

    March 27, 2017 at 4:02 pm

    Sandy, such great cards! So cute! Love your stories about each of them! Thanks for sharing your processes!

    Reply
  45. Laura P says

    March 27, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    Stunning, super cute cards! Love ’em. I ordered – all but the kitties as they’re out of stock (plus some others I had to order as well). I emailed the owner and she said she should be getting more in April and I’ll still get the discount. Yay! so, for others wanting to order something sold out, you might want to email the owner about it.

    Reply
  46. Lisa H says

    March 27, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    Sandy, these cards are so stinkin’ cute and funny! I love them to bits!

    Reply
  47. Katy says

    March 27, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    These are fantastic!!

    Reply
  48. Gilda (McStamper) says

    March 27, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    Happy Birthday. Thanks for the absolutely fabulous card ideas. Your coloring and designs are just wonderful.

    Reply
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