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Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Inky Antics/Tombow Blog Hop and I Have Blog Candy!!!! :D

Hi Everyone!
So glad you hopped by!
Today the Inky Antics girls are doing another blog hop. We have teamed up with the wonderful Tombow team to show you some Inky/Tombow goodness!
If you are here from sweet Debbie's blog, you are in the right place. If you just happened onto my blog, you'll want to go back to Debbie's where it all starts. ;)
Our Inky friend Jackie sent us all some fun Inky Antics stamp sets and a bunch of product that Tombow sent her to give to us!
Here is the card that I did using Inky's adorable #1099OMC - "Bug Be Gone!" clear set.


Of course it was colored with Tombow markers and assembled with Tombow adhesives! :)


The cardstock is from Discount Card Stock.
The ribbons and trims are from Really Reasonable Ribbon.
The designer paper is from K&Company.
The gems are from Creative Charms.

* See the video below for the exact names of the products and a super quick Tombow coloring tutorial
by me!*



***BLOG CANDY ALERT!***
As I stated in the video, I already have every Tombow marker they make, but I am still glad that they sent me this set because now I can share with one of you!  All you have to do is become a follower, if you aren't already, and leave me a comment. It's that easy! :)


The blog hop ends on Sunday, July 24th at midnight Central time. Please visit each DT members’ blog to view their project and leave feedback. The more you comment, the better your chances are to win. (Limit one comment per blog, please). One person’s name will be drawn at random to receive a fun Inky/Tombow prize pack, similar to what each of our designers received to make their projects! The lucky winner’s name will be announced on the Inky Antics blog next Monday, so remember to stop back and see if you’ve won.



This is the package you could win from Inky/Tombow for commenting.

To check out what the Tombow designers have made and get another chance to win prizes, please click here.
Your next stop on the hop is the amazingly fun and talented Tex's blog.

BTW...for a funny "bug" story, scroll down to yesterday's post before you go. I can laugh now but at the time....Geeeez! :)

Hugs and happy crafting!

True :D


59 comments:

Maryann Laursen said...

What a cute card True, and I love the fancy sentiment ha ha ha ha. I wish we would be able to find lots more of those, as they just makes a card a bit more fun, I think.
Thanks so much for the chance to win these fabulous markers. I don´t have any of these, so I would really love to try them, as I´m just a complete jerk with markers,which keeps me from buying anymore, as they´re so expensive, if I never get it to work properly anyway, but now I´ll save your awesome video here and try oif I can follow this step by step. SO thanks very much for that as well.

Mariska said...

What a cute card True. So funny to know that you were taking a picture of THIS card while you were attacked by the wasp... not that being attack by a wasp is funny of course :S. Perhaps he read the sentiment and knew your intentions before you even started with your shovel ;).

xxx
Mariska

Dee in N.H. said...

What a cute card! Great tutorial too!
We will have to call you the bug wrangler! LOL!

Deloris said...

What a fun card! Love that bug stamp.

http://stampingatthelake.blogspot.com/

jessica said...

I LOVE the bug! And it is colored beautifully! Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win :)
jessica
chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

Tina said...

such a cute card...lovely colors and papers...the bug is so adorable...thanks for the chance to win i have been a follower for sometime now and happy to be...thanks for the chance to win such yummy cndy

Tina
ricktina09@yahoo.com

Lucy said...

Geez. I would have flipped out. Bugs are gross but your card is adorable! I never saw these markers by Tombow. I love their glue. I've been playing with the honeycomb from Inky Antics and they are so much fun. Thanks for the chance :)

Anonymous said...

Cute card. Thanks for the tutorial!

Stacie (craft-princess) said...

What a fun card! Thanks for the tutorial and for a chance to win!

stamping sue said...

what an adorable get well card. it would make anyone feel better.
stamping sue
http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/

Stacie (craft-princess) said...

So cute! Love the colors!

terriavidreader (IN-USA) said...

Thanks for the chance to win some goodies! Cute card, and loved your funny story too

angelique (anlou) said...

hiya sweetie
what a cute and funny image
love the happy colors hunni
what a super prize
i never seen these dual brush pens
have a great day sweetie
thank you for the tutorial
hugs angelique

Unknown said...

Very cute card!! LOVE your colors! You have an eye. Happy to find you too.

Unknown said...

What a cute card. That image is adorable and your coloring is perfect. That ribbon is a must have. Thanks for the tutorial and a chance to win those markers.

Thebug415 said...

Adorable! I am a blog follower! This hop is so fun too!

Marsha said...

Cute card. I don't have any of those colors in the Tombow package. Would be wonderful to win. Thanks for the chance.

Jingle said...

This is so cute and your coloring is wonderful!

Tanya said...

Such a cute card!! Thanks for the video, I have been thinking about trying the Tombows, I see such beautiful projects with them! Thank you so much for the chance to win!

CheckerBeads said...

super cute! Thanks for showing me how to take my cards up a notch. :)

Anne

Jovita @ Inky Impressions said...

Adorable card Trudy, I just love his little shadow that you created. I enjoy watching your coloring videos, thanks.

Have a great day.

Julye said...

Fab mini tutorial and love fun get well cards thanks for sharing.

Dee said...

I love getting your newsletter daily and then coming here. The card today is adorable and I like the fact that there is a video to go with it. Thanks so much for keeping all of us motivated....Dee

Basslady said...

your image is so funny and sweet!

made me laugh at once!

thanx a lot for your tutorial!

hugs and kisses from germany,
silvi xoxo

Sue D said...

Very cute card and thanks for the coloring tutorial. I am a follower.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

sandi said...

Such a cute card. Thank you for sharing, (still love your story about the bug, makes me laugh!)

Susie said...

What an adorable card. Such fun, happy colors.

patbaskin said...

Amazing how such a gorgeous card can also be whimsical!!! Love it. I also love Tombow's MonoAqua Adhesive. I've used it for years and think it's the best. But, didn't know about their markers! Thanks!

Stacey Wilson said...

Love the card - that bug is actually cute! And I hate bugs! LOL Also love the tutorial, thanks for that!

And I am now following your blog! Can't wait to see your next creation! ;)

Unknown said...

love your creativity! Thanks for sharing!!!

smahrty said...

wow, very cute card AND funny bug story! Love the pink/purple/lime combo.

Lenoria said...

Your card is so cute and I'm sure that whoever gets one like this would have to feel better since it is so cheery and the bug makes me laugh to look at it! (It didn't make me laugh nearly as hard as your story though!) Thanks for your tutorial.

Bev Gerard said...

Okay, Ms. True! I thoroughly enjoyed your fabby video ... and now "must" try the watercolor technique with my Tombow markers ... I love the look you've achieved. Thanks a bunch for the great explanation and your constant inspiration!

(((hugs))),
Tex

abusybee - DoubleClick Connections said...

Such an adorable card! Thanks for sharing, already a follower! abusybee24atcoxdotnet

Debbie said...

Cute card. Thanks

Kelly G said...

Love that card as always. Thanks for the chance to win!

fionalawlor said...

Oh this card is so cute! I've never tried these Tombow pens before but if they make me be able to colour as well as you do...well then please count me into the draw :)
Fiona L x

Kathy said...

I've been wanting to try out these markers, I keep seeing them listed in supplies. I LOVE coloring and can't resist another way to do it! I got my Cardmaker magazine yesterday...there you are!!! How awesome...very well deserved!

Kathy

Lisa Whittemore said...

Great card and great candy. I love inky antic stamps so would love to win this. I always look forward to seeing your next creation and inspiration. Great work as usual.

Anonymous said...

I just signed up to start getting your email updates. Wow, you have an awesome blog---cannot believe all of the fantastic information. Love your "got a bug" card.

Auntie Em said...

Your card is so cute! I really enjoyed your video tutorial. I love using my Tombows to watercolour in images and learned a lot from your techniques.
Thank you for sharing! :)

FrancineB said...

Cute card! It would make anyone feel better it's so cute.

Melissa said...

Very pretty card, love what you did with it!

mzcherub at gmail dot com

itsallrosi said...

adorable card!

La Vikinga said...

Lie the little cute bug!!

I wish English was my native language so I'd come up with witty things and be able to use idioms and proverbs on cards...

C

Theresa said...

True, fabulous fabulous card. I love the colors and the flower ribbon is just too cute. Loved the tutorial. I have markers and had no idea I could use them like this. You've inspired me again.

Thanks True - you are simply amazing.

Gayle said...

Hi Trudi,

Your caught a bug card is way too cute. I lvoe the colors and embellishments. Thanks for sharing.

Bernie said...

This card will surely cheer up anyone who is ill. When you send it out you should include the story of your attack too. :) Great tutorial.
Thanks for the chance to win.
Blessings Bernie

Karen said...

Your cards are always so happy. Love your work!

Linn said...

i'm loving the lil bug :) thx for sharing it

Julie Z said...

Such a really cute Get Well card! The bright & cheerful design would brighten anyone's day!

Barb said...

What a fabulous card. I also appreciate the video. Thanks for sharing so many wonderful ideas on your blog.

Kimberly S. said...

Awwwww...what a cute little bug card!!!! Thanks for sharing the video, and the hysterical story!! Not that wasps are funny, but I could SO totally imagine you running around and trying to hit that wasp! Ewwww!!!!! BTW....thank you for the chance to win such a cool prize!!

Kimberly S.
sudsangel@comcast.net

Jackie Karp said...

That was too funny. So ironic.

Michelle Pearson said...

cute card! Nice tutorial! :)

Kathy JH said...

Thanks for the vido - very nice! This stamp set is so cute - how have I missed it... Love your blog - the bug story was great! I have bevome a follower

Raquel SK said...

Oh my True! After a long time of not reading your blog (so sorry) I happened on it tonight and laughed so hard at your wasp story! I just got attacked by my good friend's typically well-behaved dog tonight so I know what you mean about adrenaline! ( I'm ok btw), thanks for the laughs and the adorable card!-Raquel @ Raquelsdesigns.blogspot.com

Barbara said...

Hi True, I love your blog. I was surprised that I had not signed up to follow you..but..now I am a follower so I won't miss any of your tales, cards, tutorials. This is an adorable card. I really learned how to shade by watching your wonderful tutorial. Thanks for taking the time to do this for all of us. Thanks also for offering these markers as candy. Hugs

peggy said...

love inky .just bought a new set