I used a combo of stamp sets to make this unique graduation or inspirational card. I'm not sure the younger generation really knows who this lil dude is....but I sure do, as he is one of my favorite music artists.
The stamp set is called "Rockin' which can be found at Kindred Stamps:
https://www.kindredstamps.com/products/rockin?_pos=1&_sid=cbeb4480a&_ss=r
The mini stars and the moon is from Lavinia Stamps:
https://laviniastamps.com/product/moon/
https://laviniastamps.com/product/stars-miniature/
Lavinia is based out of the UK, and I believe you can purchase some of their line domestically, through other fairylicious suppliers (or at least you used to be able to)...I'm not 100% sure of that though. I have done both, but not finding where I did through the US. I know going straight to Lavinia, you have the option to play in fairy wonderland...this is definitely one of the most creative and absolutely jaw dropping stunning companies ever. I have used my Lavinia stamps until they are stained practically, and I cannot say that about any other company that I own supplies from. I also belong to their fan facebook group. So much spectacular talent with this line. I'm star struck!
Last stamp company, is the really cool saying on the inside of the card, along with the "reach 4 the stars" stamped on my very own colored made background paper. I bought a wonderful set of astronomy stamps from a company that is no longer: Cornish Heritage Farms. I absolutely LOVED their company, and am glad I found them when I did before they sold their biz. One of the brilliant artists for them, created many background stamps and other....I will come back and edit this post when I confirm her name. I want to be sure I don't misquote..... I'm not sure what entailed about the sale of the biz, I never followed... I'm sure if CHF was still around, I'd be a faithful customer still. The quality of the rubber stamps was some of the best.
The little rocket is from my cricket....I used the Toy Story Disney Cartridge (Buzz Lightyear)...and modified it until I could turn it into something I could use. It was tiny, so the little detail didn't cut very well....I figured it out. I'm old school, and never evolved into the online cricket or design options. I have terrible wifi, and very little computer patience when it comes to learning. I do enough of that on my day work, that frustrates me...so...my crafting time is supposed to not be anything that tests my patience. Little rocket on cartridge it is. lol.... all glittered up with one of those sparkly pens... I believe they are called "Wink of Stella" (or similar) I purchased a 3-pack on Amazon, and just looked at my purchasing history and cannot find them! I know I bought 3, and I love using them...it gives things a little glitter without overdoing it. :)
Lastly, I got all my sizzix dies out the other day....and found my star die. I am so glad I have kept all of these....I feel like a kid in a candy shop when I create...I really have zero need to buy anything but adhesive and cardstock EVER....I have enough supplies to last my lifetime and probably 2 or 3 other people too. It really is fun. I will admit, I'm an ink and adhesive addict....so, I'm sure the craft stores will still love seeing me. lol
Long post, I know....but, when I can, I really do like to reference who/what/where when it comes to suppliers. I wish when I started this insane hobby, 25ish years ago, I had references...I could have saved myself a pile of money. I also have stumbled upon some companies that I just adore....
I have found myself gravitating towards Kindred a lot....especially when I want to be reminded of my younger me. It's very well worth a visit to their site:
https://www.kindredstamps.com/
They offer a "kit" box 3-4 times a year...which is limited. It's crazy how we all set our alarms to get in on the purchase....I plan to share more later on....but for today, this is a long long post....so, I'll rocket to the moon and sign off for now!
Trudi
