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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

My First Post as a CardMaker Magazine Blog Designer Plus a Tutorial and Comment Candy!

Hello Everyone!

I am super excited today because it's my first post as a CardMaker Magazine blog Designer!


It's the only magazine I submit my work  to!

I was also a contributing artists in a book published by DRG/CardMaker called 
"Coloring Techniques for Card Making" and will be giving a copy of it away to a lucky commentor, so read on to find out how you can win! :)

I'm just going to give you a sneak peek of my card because I am hoping that you'll head on over to our CardMaker Magazine blog and check it out there. ;)


I also have a little "Chain Stitching on Cards" tutorial for you there. :)

Now...how do you win this book?

Head on over to the CardMaker blog, leave me a little love, then come back and let me know what you think about my card. 
It's that easy! 
You don't even have to be a follower but I would ♥ it if you are (old or new)! :)
I will pick and announce the winner on Sunday.

Thanks so much for dropping by!
♥Hugs♥
True :D

39 comments:

Unknown said...

I think your card is lovely True. Love how you have matched the colours of the thread with the ribbon and the matting card too. It would be fabulous to win such a brilliant book, thanks for the chance.
hugs
Dawn xx

Auntie Em said...

Your Thanks card is so pretty! I love the colours of the thread and ribbon.
Great tutorial. Always appreciated!
Thank you for sharing! :)

debb said...

True, Congratulations! Your card and stitching are beautiful!

Janet said...

Congrats to you! That's so exciting. I've loved your creations for ages, so it's no surprise to me that you were featured!

THERESA said...

Congrats, wow, you are on the most exciting DT's, just call if i can help,lol, no serious, would love to play with..........:))
I love your card, the stitching is so cool, thanks for showing us how, you are one talented lady!!
lotsa luv

Connie Mercer said...

left you some luv on your post~awesome post BTW!!!!!Thanks for a chance to win the book!!!!

Maryann Laursen said...

Your card looks awesome True, and your stitching is just so perfect and even. I love how it looks and the card iitself looks wonderful. Love it.

Stephanie said...

What a beautiful card and such an easy-to-follow tutorial. It's been years since I've done any chain-stitching so the how-to refresher was quite helpful. I may just have to give this a try. I have your CDS quilt blocks set but haven't had a chance to get them inky. Now I want to more than ever!!

Margreet said...

Wow, so great to be published...thanks for the clear tutorial...your card is wonderful and so personal!
xxx Margreet

Rosalee said...

Congrats on being published. I love your card and the technique is great. Who would have ever though that sewing could make a card sew beautiful. Great job.
Hugs, Rosalee

Stacie (craft-princess) said...

Big congrats and it looks amazing!

Cheryl Boglioli said...

Your tutorial is wonderful. Congrats on the book, the DT position, and all the lovely comments you are receiving. You deserve it. Way to go!

Michele said...

Wow! Gorgeous card Trudy! I loooooved your tutorial!
Michele/Want2scrap

NanaConnie said...

Love the stitching, True! Wonderful tutorial and your have such great handwriting. Love the color variety you chose in the floss, too.

Beautiful Greetings said...

True I am so excited for you! This is a wonderful opportunity for a wonderful person. Fantastically beautiful card.

Rhonda Miller said...

What a beautiful card Trudy. Thanks for your tutorial.

Dianne said...

True I think your card is awesome! Your tutorial was wonderful and very easy to follow.

Hugs,
Dianne

Marsha said...

Great tutorial. You card is so cute. Never would I have the patience to do that stitching. Love the different colors in the string.
Congratulations.

Lydell Quin said...

You did a fabulous job with your first blog post!!!! Gorgeous card Tudy!!!!

Carole RB said...

Great tutorial True. Thanks.

Melissa said...

I just came back from looking at your card and the tutorial at The CardMaker Magazine. I love your stitchery. Wow, what a way to marry my love of stitchery with card making! Thanks!

Rae Cooper said...

Absolutely gorgeous - LOVE that stitching WTG Chick !!

Dee in N.H. said...

Awesome Trudy!! I can't wait to give this a try. I don't have a machine but love the look! Thanks!

Barb said...

Wonderful card True!

Kathy D. said...

You did a wonderful job True!!

KraftyKoolKat said...

Your card is gorgeous True. Very stylish. Thank you for the tutorial I will give it a try.

Hugs
Cathy
xxxx

3treescreations@gmail.com said...

Totally well deserved! Great job True!!

Deanne :)

Darla said...

Great card!!! Wish I had the patience to do real stitching.

Sherry said...

lol, I guess I didn't read all of the message! I left a comment on the blog but not here! Your card is gorgeous and the stitching is beautiful!

auntbeespickles said...

Hi True! Your card is just lovely! Beautiful work!! Think maybe about making a digi stamp set of some words. I know my handwriting is not near as nice as your! Great card!
Hugs, Sarah

terriavidreader (IN-USA) said...

True, your card is lovely, as usual!!

Betty Benton said...

Great idea and lovely card! I may get some use from my embroidery threads after all!

Basslady said...

trudy, awesome, what you show about stitching on cards!

it was a GREAT inspiration!

hugs and kisses from germany,
silvi xoxo

ellen_mangione said...

I love your style! I am coloring challenged so a chance to win your book is a real bonus! Have a great holiday season.

Ruby Taylor said...

Loved the chain stitching info....thanks so much for sharing!

Kris in Alaska said...

I'm new to your blog and would love to win the color technique book! I so need help in that area! I already saw your embroidered card! Loved it!

Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com

Patti J said...

Love this idea! Thanks for sharing :) The tutorial is great, too - love your step by stp images. Hugs!

Bonnie said...

Tried to comment before-didn't publish!!?? Do love the ribbon you used. What a great project to stitch while watching TV. Left you some love!

Valerie said...

Thanks for the tutorial, would love to try this. Left you some love!