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Prismacolor Pencils on Craft

2012-01-13T12:40:00.000-08:00

I spent some time yesterday to color the Scene from La-La Land Crafts with Mod Marci, Suitcase, Tuffy (dog) and postage stamps. This is the same Digi Scene that I used on this card.

This time I colored it with Prismacolor Pencils instead of Copics. I added grass and flowers with pencils to complete the scene. I am really amazed at the results that can be achieved!

Click HERE to buy this DIGI SCENE. Or click HERE, HERE and HERE to buy RUBBER STAMPS.

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This is a sample for my upcoming

"Prismacolor Workshop - Coloring on Craft Cardstock".

WHEN: Sunday, January 15th, 12 pm to 5 pm

WHERE: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

*Please note: we will not be making this project at the workshop. This is just a coloring sample.

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up. Please click HERE for more details.

The scene is mounted on the 7" x 7" frame from Ikea and embellished with various dies and punches. Leave brunches are dies from Cheery Lynn. Daisy die is from the exclusive set from Scrap Happy Ohio. Small flower is a punch and Rolled Roses were cut with my Silhouette. Pearl Pen in Cream was used in the centers of the small flowers.

Hugs!!

Trinket Box - CLASS REMINDER!

2012-01-10T12:02:00.000-08:00

~ Ruffles Marci Trinket Box ~

Saturday, January 14th, 10:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA

Please call the store at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class.

In this class we will make a trinket box in the photos below. The box measures 6 x 6 x 2. I will also teach you how to make your images look dimensional without using pop-up dots!

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape (or other strong double sided tape)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

- Viva Liquid Pearls in Gold

Please also bring Copic Markers for your personal use in the class:

E000, E01, E11, E13, E17, E18

R11, R20

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR16, YR18, YR20

Y32, Y35, Y38

C00, C1, C3, C5, C7

Hugs!!

Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-01-09T15:37:00.000-08:00

I am still working with our new stamps from the Valentine's Day collection. This card was created with Cupid Luka, the sentiment comes with this stamp!! I paired Luka with papers and embellishments from Love Me collection by My Minds Eye.

This card was made for my upcoming "Valentine's Day Class"

When: Thursday, January 19th, 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

We will make two cards and a heart box in this class. To see other projects please click HERE and HERE. This is a four-hour class. We will make projects and will color the images in the class. I will be there to teach you coloring with Copics and/or you improve your coloring skills!!

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

This card measures 6" x 6".

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Cupid Luka (Sentiment INCLUDED) by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Neenah Crest Solar White, Bazzill Cardstock, My Minds Eye
Tools: French Pastry Doily by Cheery Lynn Designs (Click HERE to BUY)

Copic Markers:
Skin - E00, E11, E13

Blush - E02

Hair - E50, E51, E53, E55

Outfit - R21, R22, R24, R27, R89

Wings - T0, T1, T3

Quiver, Bow and Arrows - E50, YR20, YR21

Hugs!!

Cupid Marci Heart Shaped Box

2012-01-03T19:36:00.000-08:00

I am so very happy with the way my project came out!! This project features one of our NEW stamps CUPID MARCI! Cupid Marci stamp comes with TWO Sentiments too, I used one of them today. The other sentiment says "Hugs and Kisses". Pretty awesome!! You can BUY Cupid Marci Stamp Set in our online store, click HERE.

Did you know that you can now buy Cheery Lynn Dies in our online store?!!

I made the heart shaped box using Heartland America Large Die by Cheery Lynn Designs for the top and the bottom of the box. This is actually a set of TWO dies - one is the intricate heart doily die and the other one is the background layer (which can be used on it's own as well if desired)!!. LOOOOVE it!!

On the top of the box there is another die from Cheery Lynn - Fanciful Flourish. VERY pretty!!

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

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This is one of the projects for my JANUARY Workshop.

To see other projects in this Workshop, please click HERE.

JANUARY Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, January 8th

10 am to 6 pm

in the Crop Room at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This box measures 4.5" x 4.5".

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Cupid Marci (Click HERE to BUY)
Papers: Neenah Crest Solar White, Bazzill Cardstock
Tools: Silhouette Cameo (Roses), Heartland America Large Die by Cheery Lynn Designs (Click HERE to BUY), Fanciful Flourish Die by Cheery Lynn Designs (Click HERE to BUY).
Other: May Arts Ribbon Lace and Ribbon, Stickles in Crystal

Copic Markers:
Skin - E00, E01, E11, E13
Blush - R20

Hair - E50, YR20, E51, E53

Dress, Wings, Hair Band - B000, B00, T1

Bow and Arrow - YR20, E51, E53 and RV00, RV02

Roses - RV00, RV02, RV32 and YG03, YG63

Hugs!!

Create a SCENE - Lil' Rocker Luka and Ruffles Marci

2012-01-02T18:52:00.000-08:00

This is my sample for our NEW Digi Scene - Lil' Rocker Luka and Ruffles Marci. The Scene was colored with Prismacolor Pencils on Craft Cardstock. Instead of a card, I used a frame for Ikea to mount the scene on. It is looking super awesome sitting on my craft desk!!

Click HERE to buy this DIGI.

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This is also a sample for my upcoming

"Prismacolor Workshop - Coloring on Craft Cardstock".

WHEN: Sunday, January 15th, 12 pm to 5 pm

WHERE: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up. Please click HERE for more details.

Frame measures 7" x 7".

The pretty flower is an EXCLUSIVE die from Scrap Happy Ohio! This diecut has all four flower layers in it! Can be used layered as you see on my piece or separate - possibilities are truly endless!

Click HERE to buy.

Hugs!!

SALE, SALE, SALE!!

2012-01-01T16:38:00.001-08:00

Five days ONLY!!!

Today through Friday we are having a 20% OFF SALE on selected Marci and Luka RUBBER STAMPS in our store!!

Here is what's included in this SALE:
- Angel Marci
- Autumn Marci
- Baking Marci
- Bedtime Luka
- Luka with Pumpkin
- Marci with Snowman
- Pilgrim Marci
- Pilgrim Luka
- Snowboard Marci
- Snowboard Luka
- Luka on Sled
- Sunny Christmas Marci
- Sunny Christmas Luka
- Chef Marci
- Santa Marci
- Caroling Luka
- Ice Skating Marci
- Winter Marci
and Pumpkin Marci!!

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

Hugs!!

Create a SCENE - Sweetheart Marci

2011-12-28T21:27:00.000-08:00

One more card with our new Digi Scenes - this one is with Sweetheart Marci. Stamps used to create this scene - Sweetheart Marci, Heart Chair and Panda.

You can now buy this Digi Scene in our online store!! Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

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This is one of the projects for my JANUARY Workshop.

To see other projects in this Workshop, please click HERE.

JANUARY Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, January 8th

10 am to 6 pm

in the Crop Room at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This card measures 6" x 6".

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Sweetheart Marci Digi Scene 1 by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Neenah Crest Solar White, Bazzill Cardstock, My Minds Eye
Tools: Silhouette Cameo (Roses), French Pastry Doily by Cheery Lynn Designs (Click HERE to BUY)
Other: Pearl Pen in Gold, Crystal Lacquer, May Arts Ribbon, Button

Copic Markers:
Skin - E00, E11, E13

Blush - R20, R21

Hair - E02, YR24, YR14, E08, E19

Dress, Shoes - RV91, R93, RV95, RV97

Shirt, Socks - YR20, YR21, YR23

Hearts - R22, R24, R27, R39

Chair - R21, R22, R24, R27, R39 / E11, E13, E17, E27

Panda - T0, T1, T3, T5, T7

Hugs!!

Creating a SCENE - Mod Marci

2011-12-27T17:43:00.000-08:00

Scene cards are so popular right now and I just had to try my hand on this. Let me tell you, I had TONS OF FUN creating the scene and coloring it!!

Stamps used to create this scene are Mod Marci, Suitcase Stamp Set (for the suitcase and the postage stamps and Tuffy (from Tuffy Stamp Set). You can create the scene by masking the images while stamping. Or, you can create a scene with digi stamps!!

Here are some GREAT NEWS for you!!

You can now BUY the scene DIGIS in LLLC online store! We have two scene stamps available for you right NOW! One is the exactly same one as I used on my card today and the second one is with Sweetheart Marci - perfect for Valentine's Day or any other occasion!

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

This card measures 5 1/2" x 5 1/2".

This is one of the projects for my JANUARY Workshop.

To see other projects in this Workshop, please click HERE.

JANUARY Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, January 8th

10 am to 6 pm

in the Crop Room at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Mod Marci Scene 1 Digi, Tuffy (inside) from the Tuffy Stamp Set, Sentiment (inside) from the Garden Bench Set . All by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock, Neenah Crest Solar White
Tools: Silhouette Cameo (Postage Stamp Layer), EK Success Circle Punches, Copic Airbrush
Other: May Arts Ribbon, Button

Copic Markers:
Skin - E000, E00, E21, E11

Blush - R20

Hair - E70, E71, E74, E77, E79

Hat, Vest, Boots - R81, R83, R85, R87

Blouse - B000, B00, B01, B02

Pants - E70, E71, E74, E77, E79

Guitar - E50, E51, E53

Suitcase - E11, E13, E17, E27

Tuffy - E40, E41, E43, E44, E47

Hugs!!

{LIMITED EDITION} Marci aRtful Journal - KIT

2011-12-10T17:24:00.000-08:00

Here is the project that I've been working on for the last few weeks - Marci aRtful Journal!!

This Journal measures 6" x 8.5". There are 10 embellished pages and 3 pockets! The covers are made out of thick chipboard. The journal is binded with copper color coil.

The best news is that you can now make this LIMITED EDITION Marci aRtful Journal for yourself or as a gift!! You can buy your KIT here!!

What's in the KIT?

- Binded Journal with all the designer papers already attached to the pages! Paper designs may vary.

- Three Various Pockets

- 2 12x 12 Sheets of Designer Paper with various Frames

- Various Die Cuts (borders, doilies, frames, banners, etc.)

- Various Punched Borders and Tags

- Various Punched Embellishments (flowers, corners)

-Directions with photos of each page

- List of recommended Copic Markers for each image

- TIPS and TRICKS on how to assemble your Journal

- an EXCLUSIVE 20% Discount Code to purchase stamps in our store ( good for any our stamps - rubber and digis. Dies and Dyan Reavley's stamp sets are excluded). You will receive your Discount Code AFTER you purchase this KIT.

Important!! Marci stamps and quote stamps are NOT included in the KIT!

Here are some photos to give you a better idea of what the Journal looks like. Believe me though, like in most cases, photos don't do it a justice - it looks SO MUCH BETTER in real life!

This is the list of stamps that I used in my Journal:

- Hunny Bunny Marci

- Heart Balloon Marci (coming SOON!)

- Fancy Marci

- Suitcase (from our Suitcase Stamp Set)

- Panda Marci

The Quote Stamps are from TWO different stamps sets by Dyan Reavley - now available IN OUR STORE HERE and HERE. I absolutely LOVE these quotes and they matched stamps in my Journal so beautifully!!

Please keep in mind that you can use different stamps and sentiments to make the Journal truly YOUR own! And of course, this Journal is somewhat of a canvas for you to add MORE to it - think about adding some tags, more embellishments, your own journaling, memorabilia and photos!

This LIMITED Edition KIT is a made-to-order item.

Please allow 5-7 business days processing time.

Shipping charges are INCLUDED in the cost of the KIT.

Click HERE to buy!

Please email us at info@lalalandcrafts.com if you have any questions about this KIT.

Hugs!

Faerie Marci Candle

2011-12-08T23:31:00.000-08:00

Yes, making candles with stamped images IS addicting!! I just HAD TO make another one!! This one is with our Faerie Marci (from La-La Land Crafts). I used brighter colors this time, I think it turned out pretty :-)

This is one of the projects for my January Workshop.

To see other projects in this Workshop, please click HERE.

January Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, January 8th

10 am to 6 pm

in the Crop Room at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

Supplies:

Faerie Marci stamp - sold HERE

English Tea Party Doily - sold HERE

Hugs!!

Angel Marci Candle

2011-12-07T20:54:00.000-08:00

I've seen some stamped candles on the blogs. I've heard people saying that it is VERY easy to do. I've never tried it before. This is my first one!! And let me tell you, it IS very easy to do!! It actually took me longer to decide how to embellish my candle than to make the stamped image on it!!

I made one with our Angel Marci as she is a very fitting image for Christmas. Snowflakes are from the old Stampin' Up set (sorry, don't remember the name of it). Marci was colored with Copics. Snowflakes were stamped with Distressed Ink.

This is one of the projects for my December Workshop.

To see other projects in this Workshop, please click HERE.

December Workshop is scheduled for:

Saturday, December 17th

10 am to 6 pm

in the Crop Room at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

As you see I used the flameless candle for my project!! Pure genius, I know!! LOL!! You can light up this candle without feeling bad about letting your stamped candle melt down and disappear!!

I used English Tea Party Doily by Cheery Lynn to sit my candle on. To make sure it is usable, I cut out the circle in the center. To attach the doily, I used my heat gun to melt it in!

Supplies:

Angel Marci stamp - sold HERE

English Tea Party Doily - sold HERE

Hugs!!

Marci with Flower - Prismacolor Pencils

2011-12-06T23:01:00.000-08:00

Here is a simple but pretty card made with Marci with Flower stamp from La-La Land Crafts. Marci with Flower was colored with Prismacolor Pencils! I am sure having fun with pencils these days :-)

I have only about 45 pencils, but I am pretty happy with all the color combinations I can come up with this limited palette. And, my new set of 150 pencils is on the way and should arrive this Friday!! YAY!!

I made this card as a sample for my Prismacolor Pencils Workshops. If you would like to attend, check out my Class and Workshop Schedule HERE.

This card measures 5 3/4" x 5 3/4".

Hugs!!

LLLC December RELEASE

2011-12-05T21:34:00.000-08:00

I don't have a project to show you today, but we have some exciting NEWS......it's time for our DECEMBER Release!!

These stamps are in La-La Lan d Crafts STORE right NOW in rubber...right in time for the Holidays!!

First up, we have:
Saluting Luka (sentiments included)
Saluting Marci (sentiments included)

*Part of the proceeds from the sales of Saluting Marci and Saluting Luka stamps will be donated to Operation Write Home (OWH).

Next up we have:
Snowboard Luka
Snowboard Marci
Mod Marci

And finally we have ACCESSORIES for our cuties to sit on....can you say YIPPEE!!
Heart Chair
Garden Bench (sentiment included)
Suitcase Set (6 stamps)

To better showcase these AMAZING new stamps, we have our awesome Design Team (with some new members)!

You can view details of each card by going to the Design Team member's blog.

1. Cindy Haffner
2. Debra James
3. Iwona Palamountain
4. Jeanette Comerford
5. Jing van Opstal
6. Jo Nevill
7. Karen Maldonado
8. Karen Yates
9. Kim Dellow
10. Louise Roache
11. Rosie Bridges
12. Sandie Dunne
13. Sue Kohler

We hope you enjoy these new stamps as much as we do!! We are especially excited that our Luka and Marci have things to sit on!

Click HERE to go shopping!

Hugs!
:) Irina

Limited time PREVIEW Release

2011-11-30T00:15:00.000-08:00

LIMITED TIME PREVIEW RELEASE

Our troops are coming home and we would like to celebrate this occasion with the NEW saluting Marci and Luka images!! Both of these stamps are available in DIGI for a LIMITED TIME, three days ONLY! Sentiments INCLUDED!

These images are perfect for so many occasions! Veterans Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July!

We at La-La Land Crafts would also like to give back to our military men and women. Part of the proceeds from the sales of Saluting Marci and Saluting Luka stamps will be donated to Operation Write Home (OWH).

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

Hugs!

:) Irina

Copic Card/Project Class {CHRISTMAS}

2011-11-29T12:29:00.001-08:00

~ Copic Christmas Class ~

Just in time for Holidays!! This is your LAST CHANCE to take this class!! You will make projects and will also learn about coloring with Copic Markers!!

When: Sunday, December 4th, 1 pm to 4 pm
Where: Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA
Please call the store at (510) 583-1422 to sign up for this class.

OR

When: Sunday, December 11th, 12 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA
Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

We will make two cards plus a Milk Carton Gift Box in this class. I will also teach you coloring with Copic Markers.

Please bring your favorite dry and liquid adhesives, foam tape,

Scor-Pal (if you have one), Score-Tape and Copic Markers for your personal use in the class.

This is the list of Copics that were used for coloring the images

(please keep in mind that these are only recommended colors and you can use what you have).

E000, E01, E11, E13
E35, E37
E41, E42, E43, E44
E50, E51, E53
E70, E72, E74, E77, E79
R20, R21, R22, R24, R27, R29, R38, R89
YR20, YR24
YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97
B000, B00, B01
B34, B41, B45
C1, C3, C5
T1, T3

Please email me if you have any questions.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

NEW DATE {Prismacolor Workshop} and MORE Classes

2011-11-21T20:37:00.000-08:00

~ Prismacolor Pencils Workshop ~

When: Wednesday, December 7th, 2 pm to 7 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this Workshop.

Here is what we will cover in this Workshop:

- How to choose the right paper.

- Basics of coloring with pencils

- Layering Colors

- Blending

- Color Combinations

- Coloring Skin Tones and Hair Colors

- Coloring Backgrounds (grass, clouds, etc.)

- we will touch up on coloring on Craft cardstock too!!

At the workshop you will receive a cinch-binded Sketchbook with FOUR different types of paper - handmade by me!!

Please bring pencil sharpener, large soft brush, Ranger Archival Ink in Jet Black and Prismacolor Pencils for your personal use at the workshop.

Note about pencils: I have a 48 pencil set, so if you have/buy this one, you will have almost all of the colors that we will be using. Additional colors are: Chocolate, Kelp Green, Pale Sage, Ginger Root, Muted Turquoise and Sky Blue Light.

The photo above is the card with Angel Marci - the image was colored on Craft cardstok.

Below are just some samples of my work in progress to give you an idea of what to expect at the Workshop. The stamp used is Marci with Flower.

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~ Ruffles Marci Trinket Box ~

Saturday, January 14th, 10:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA

Please call the store at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class.

In this class we will make a trinket box in the photos below. The box measures 6 x 6 x 2. I will also teach you how to make your images look dimensional without using pop-up dots!

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape (or other strong double sided tape)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

- Viva Liquid Pearls in Gold

Please also bring Copic Markers for your personal use:

E000, E01, E11, E13, E17, E18

R11, R20

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR16, YR18, YR20

Y32, Y35, Y38

C00, C1, C3, C5, C7

*Please keep in mind that this is a PROJECT CLASS and not a Copic Class. I will help you with coloring if you need help, but I will not be able to teach you how to color during the Project Class.

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~ Copic Christmas Card/Project Class ~

When: Sunday, December 11th, 12 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA
Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

We will make two cards plus a Milk Carton Gift Box in this class. Irina will also teach you coloring with Copic Markers.

Please bring your favorite dry and liquid adhesives, foam tape,

Scor-Pal (if you have one), Score-Tape and Copic Markers for your personal use in the class.

This is the list of Copics that were used for coloring the images

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

Please email me if you have any questions.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Pencil Sketchbook

2011-11-14T18:33:00.000-08:00

I think I went a little overboard with my doodling on the cover of my new and made I proudly add {handmade} Pencil Sketchbook ;-) I first stamped our Kitty Kat Marci (available HERE) and then doodled the rest of the "scene". Everything was colored with Prismacolor Pencils and I had oodles (pun very much intended!!) of FUN!! I don't even think I am done yet as I can see some empty spaces there, hahaha!!

The front of my Sketchbook is a very heavy chipboard, so this book is nice and sturdy! I used my new Cinch Machine to bind my Sketchbook. Let me tell you, I LOOOVE it - so MUCH better than Bind-It-All. Really!!

I am going to make these blank Sketchbooks for everyone at my Coloring with Prismacolor Pencils WORKSHOP. These Sketchbooks measure 6 1/4" x 4 3/4" and include FOUR different types of paper - 34 pages altogether!! I really-really-really, did I say REALLY(!!) LOVE coloring in the Sketchbooks - you can take it anywhere with you and it is so nice to have something for the color reference and especially to see your progress in coloring.

~ Prismacolor Pencils WORKSHOP ~

When: Sunday, November 20th, 11 am to 5 pm

Where: Scrapbook Island (crop room), San Jose, CA

Here is what we will cover in this Workshop:

- How to choose the right paper.

At the workshop you will receive a cinch-binded notebook with four different types of paper.

- Basics of coloring with pencils

- Layering Colors

- Blending

- Color Combinations

- Coloring Skin Tones and Hair Colors

- Coloring Backgrounds (grass, clouds, etc.)

- we will touch up on coloring on Craft cardstock too!!

Please let me know via email know if you would like to attend and I will add you to my Evite. You will be able to find more information there as well.

Please scroll down to the post below to see more of my Pencil coloring.

Hugs!!

Prismacolor Pencils WORKSHOP

2011-11-07T15:33:00.000-08:00

Coloring with pencils has always intrigued me. I of course remember coloring when I was a child. Oh!! I was so in love with my pencil collection!! Now I feel like I am back to those happy times!!

I took an online class with Marti and have learned a lot. What I learned the most though is that I really need to do my own thing. I tried many different coloring techniques to see what fits my style the best. I had to try so many different papers to come up with my favorites. I have a limited number of pencils, so I had to come up with my own color combinations.

I am happy with my coloring now!! And, I feel confident enough to teach you too!!

~ Prismacolor Pencils WORKSHOP ~

When: Sunday, November 20th, 11 am to 5 pm

Where: Scrapbook Island (crop room), San Jose, CA

Please let me via email know if you would like to attend and I will add you to my Evite. You will be able to find all information there as well.

Here is what we will cover in this Workshop:

- How to choose the right paper.

At the workshop you will receive a cinch-binded notebook with three different types of paper.

- Basics of coloring with pencils

- Layering Colors

- Blending

- Color Combinations

- Coloring Skin Tones and Hair Colors

- Coloring Backgrounds (grass, clouds, etc.)

- we will touch up on coloring on Craft cardstock too!!

The photo above is the card with Angel Marci by La-La Land Crafts- this image was colored on Craft cardstok.

Below are just some samples of my work in progress to give you an idea. The stamp used is Marci with Flower by La-La Land Crafts.

Hugs!!

Copic Card/Project Classes

2011-11-01T15:43:00.000-07:00

I will be teaching a few classes in the upcoming months. Here are two Copic Card and Project classes. In these classes on the top of making projects we will also spend time coloring. I hope to see you there :-)

~ Copic Card Class - All Occasion ~

When: Saturday, November 12th, 12 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

We will make three cards in this class. These cards are finished inside and out. One of the cards is a Paper Bag style card with lots of pockets and other fun details. I will also teach you coloring with Copic Markers.

Please bring your favorite dry and liquid adhesives, foam tape and Copic Markers for your personal use in the class.

This is the list of Copics that were used for coloring the images, please keep in mind that these are only recommended colors and you can use what you have.

E000, E00, E02, E08
E11, E13, E17, E18, E19
E33, E35, E37, E39
E41, E42, E45, E47, E49E50, E51, E53, E55, E57
E70, E71, E74, E77, E79
R11, R14, R20, R22, R24, R27
Y32, Y35, Y38
YR04, YR14, YR16, YR18, YR20
YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97
B000, B00, B01, B02
T1, T3, T5, T7

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

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~ Copic Christmas Card/Project Class ~

When: Sunday, December 11th, 12 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

We will make two cards plus a Milk Carton Gift Box in this class. I will also teach you coloring with Copic Markers.

Please bring your favorite dry and liquid adhesives, foam tape,

Scor-Pal (if you have one), Score-Tape and Copic Markers for your personal use in the class.

This is the list of Copics that were used for coloring the images

Please call the store at (408) 736-9151 to sign up for this class.

Hugs!
:) Irina

Tuffy Treat Box

2011-10-28T22:03:00.000-07:00

Well, after making a house type of project for Marci (see yesterday's post), I just had to make a little house for our Tuffy too!! I know Tuffy stamps are not yet as popular as our Marci and Luka, but he is WAY TOO CUTE to be forgotten! This dog stamp is one of four stamps in Tuffy Stamp Set, it also comes with five sentiments and three coordinating doggy stamps. You can buy this Stamp Set in our online store HERE.

I added Santa Hat - this stamp is one of the stamps from some Stampin' Up set - sorry it was loose in my container and I do not recall what set it came from.

This house shaped Treat Container was cut with my Silhouette Cameo. It measures approximately 3" x 4".

This is one of the projects for my October Workshop! To see other projects for this Workshop please click HERE.

OCTOBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, October 30th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Tuffy (dog) by La-La Land Crafts , Sentiment by Hero Arts, Santa Hat by Stampin' Up
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock, Pink Paisley
Tools: Silhouette Cameo (House Treat Box), MS Border Punch, EK Border Punch
Other: TH Distress Crackle Paint in Picket Fence, Crystal Stickles

Copic Markers:
E35, 37, E59,

E51, E53

YG91-97

R24, R27, R38

Hugs!!

Milk Carton Marci Project

2011-10-28T00:42:00.000-07:00

I admit, I LOVE project which have anything to do with Houses! When I saw the most awesome tutorial on Whiff of Joy blog, I fell in LOVE with the project and the idea of making a milk carton to look like a house. It is so perfect that I almost ordered both the die and the large die cutting machine just to make the project. Then I had one of those AHA!! moments ;-) WOOHOO!! See, my new Silhouette Cameo cuts 12" x 12" paper and I can now make larger projects!! I even found a template for the milk carton and after about an hour playing with different sizes, here it is! TADA!!

I closed the top of the container to create the roof, but you can still open it on the bottom. It is sooo cute!! Seriously!! An absolutely perfect container to use for the holiday gift giving. I am going to make a summery one later on too, really want to make one with our Marci with Flower.

Thank you SO MUCH for the inspiration Angie!

The Lamp Post was also cut out of chipboard with my Silhouette, yes - it now cuts thin chipboard too!!

I thought that our Autumn Marci would fit this project the best. I paper pieced Marci's beret and dress.

This is one of the projects for my October Workshop! To see other projects for this Workshop please click HERE.

OCTOBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, October 30th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Autumn Marci by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock, Pink Paisley, Kaisercraft
Tools: Silhouette Cameo (Milk Carton, Lamp Post, Fence, Roses), MS Border Punch, EK Success Flower and Leaf Punches
Other: TH Distress Crackle Paint in Picket Fence, Crystal Stickles

Copic Markers:
Skin - E000, E00, E11

Blush - R11, R20

Hair - E70 - 79

Mittens and Scarf - R21 - 29, R38

Jacket - YG91-97

Boots - E70 - 79

Shading on paper pieced Beret and Dress - T3, E53, E51

Hugs!!

Now in RUBBER - November 2011 Release

2011-10-26T15:57:00.000-07:00

GREAT NEWS!! Our November 2011 Release is available in RUBBER!! Pre-order yours TODAY, shipping on November 1st!!

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Marci and Luka CALENDAR

2011-10-25T10:43:00.000-07:00

I had this idea in my head for quiet awhile now and then when I went to work on it, it didn't turned out the way I thought it would. A lot of scraps into the garbage can, but here is the result. I do like it even more than my original idea though :-) I know I will love having my favorite Marci and Luka displayed on my desk all year long.

I used wooden album covers for the base of my calendar. The base measures 7" x 7" and the calendar pages are 6" x 6". Each page has a side pocket with a calendar tacked inside. Pullout tabs have the names of the months of them. What's great about having calendar in the pockets and not permanently attached is that you can use it the next year too by just printing the another year calendar. And, if you ever get tired of it, you can use the fronts to make cards!!

The pockets can also be used to store some photos/memorabilia throughout the year, and/or you can tuck in some special notes, etc.

I should add that this is still a work in progress. So far I've done 2 months - January and November. Yes, I am not going in chronological order. Luka with Pumpkin was calling my name!! LOL

Most likely I will also add something to the covers too. Still trying to decide. And you can also add ribbons and twines to the book rings to make them festive to your preference.

This is one of the projects for my October Workshop! To see other projects for this Workshop please click HERE.

OCTOBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, October 30th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

January Page Recipe:

Stamps: Marci with Snowman by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock, Cosmo Cricket
Tools: Tim Holtz Christmas Tree, Memory Box Christmas Border and Snowflake die cuts, Spellbinders Circle Nestabilities, MS Snowflake punch
Other: Viva Pearl Pen in Cream, Crystal Stickles

Copic Markers:
Skin - E000, E00, E11
Blush - R11, R20
Hair - E50, YR20, E33
Hat - R20, R21, R22, YR21, YR23
Mittens and Tights - R20, R21, R22
Jacket - B97, B91, O
Boots - E13, E35, E37
Snowman - BG000, BG10, R21, R22, R24, R27, E13, E35

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November Page Recipe:
Stamps: Luka with Pumpkin by La-La Land Crafts, Pumpkin Bench by Pixie Cottage
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock, Kaisercraft, Echo Park
Tools: Spellbinders Circle Nestabilities, MS Fence punch, Silhouette Cameo clouds
Other: Crystal Stickles

Copic Markers:
Skin - E000, E00, E11
Blush - R11, R20
Hair - YR20, E33, E35
Coat and Hat - E50-57
Pants - YG91-95
Boots - E13, E35, E37, E39
Pumpkins - Y38, YR14, YR16, YR04, YR18
Bench - E41-49

Hugs!!

CLEARANCE!!

2011-10-22T13:23:00.001-07:00

Check out NEW section on our website - CLEARANCE!!

Stamps listed in this section are being discontinued, once we sell out they will be GONE!!

This is your LAST CHANCE to get these stamps AND at the DISCOUNTED PRICE!!

FREE SHIPPING still applies to all purchases of over $50 (US only).

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

BLOG CANDY - Support La-La Land Crafts KIDS

2011-10-18T18:08:00.000-07:00

As you probably already know, a couple of months ago we started another La-La Land Crafts blog, the one that is FOR KIDS and BY KIDS. We call it La-La Land Crafts For Kids. This blog was started with the idea to have a place for children to share their love to create with our stamps. We have a page there where you can read about our wonderful Hostesses - we got four girls of ages 8 to 12 who share their creativity with you by posting their projects on the blog frequently. We have bi-weekly contests for children too!! And, everyone who participates earns some Marci Money!! How fun is that?

Now you must have be wondering what all of this has to do with the BLOG CANDY :-) Well, we would like to get more exposure to our new blog to show children that their work is being seen. Please show them your support by displaying our LLLC4Kids Badge on your blog, join our Facebook page and most of all please visit our LLLC4Kids often and leave them some love by commenting on the posts and contest entries.

Our Blog Candy today is nothing else but our last rubber stamp release!! Yep, one lucky person will WIN ALL eight STAMPS from our October 2011 Release!!

Here is what we ask you to do:

1. Grab the code (below the picture) for our LLLC4Kids Badge and display it on the sidebar of your Blog.

2. Subscribe to our LLLC4Kids Blog. Click HERE.

3. Join our LLLC4Kids Facebook Page. Click HERE.

4. After completing as many things as you can do from the above, please leave a comment on this post on La-La Land Crafts blog to enter into the drawing.

IMPORTANT!! You need to leave your comment on LLLC blog to be entered into the drawing!!

You have until October 31st to enter. We will announce the WINNER here on our blog on November 1st.

Thank you so much in advance for your support!!

Hugs!!
:) Irina

NEW Release - TWO MORE!!!

2011-10-15T13:40:00.003-07:00

Did you see that we've added TWO more NEW images to our latest release? Pilgrim Marci and Pilgrim Luka are the two sweetest Pilgrims I've ever seen!! Am I right or am I right??!!

All of these stamps are available as DIGIs RIGHT NOW!!

*Rubber stamps will be available in 3-4 weeks.

Click HERE to go SHOPPING!!

We LOVE to see what you create with our stamps!! Please share with us on our FACEBOOK page and in the CUSTOMER GALLERY on our blog.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

a Surprise Release from La-La Land Crafts

2011-10-14T11:13:00.000-07:00

SURPRISE!! How about that??!! We got TWO more NEW Marci and Luka images for you just in time for Autumn Holidays!!

These are so brand spanking NEW that I didn't even get a chance to color them yet!!

Here are they are:

BAKING MARCI

LUKA WITH PUMPKIN

Because we are so close to Thanksgiving, we are releasing these images as DIGIs first. Rubber stamps should be available early November. Click HERE to BUY :-)

And!! just a heads up... We are working on Pilgrim Marci and Pilgrim Luka right now!! We will get them to you in a few short days :-)

Hugs!!

:) Irina

a Note from Marci

2011-10-10T00:37:00.000-07:00

Our new Ruffles Marci stamp is the most versatile image ever, seriously!! You can make all kinds of cards/projects for every occasion with her!! Today I made a Just a Note card. Click HERE to see my other project with this stamp.

This is one of the projects for my October Workshop! To see other projects for this Workshop please click HERE.

OCTOBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, October 30th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This card measures 5 1/2" x 5 1/2".

Copic Markers for Ruffles Marci:

Skin - E000, E00, E11
Blush - R11, R20
Hair - E02, E08, E19, E18
Blouse, Headband - B000, B00, B01, B02
Skirt, Shoes - E50, E51, E53, E55

To see all the stamps in our NEW Collection please click HERE.

Hugs!!

Save the Pandas

2011-10-07T22:20:00.000-07:00

This project started as a regular card and ended up being another one of my truly loved Paper Bag cards :-) There were just too many things that I wanted to include on it along with one of our NEW stamps at La-La Land Crafts - Big Panda Marci, the card just wouldn't do for this project. Of course this paper bag card can be made into a personalized mini scrapbook. Wouldn't it be cute to give to someone?

This is one of the projects for my October Workshop! To see other projects for this Workshop please click HERE.

OCTOBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, October 30th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This card measures 6" x 6". Folded in half Paper Bag was used for the base of this card.

Close up of Big Panda Marci :-)

Inside pages with the pocket on the left page.

Small pullout Tag.

Two large pull out tags. Oh, and can you see what it says on the red pencil? Save the Pandas!! Gotta LOVE it!!

The back of the paper bag card.

Copic Markers for Big Panda Marci:

Skin - E000, E00, E11
Blush - R11, R20
Hair - E70, E71, E74, E77, E79
Hat - R11, R14, R20, R22, R24, R27/T1, T3
Shirt - Y32, Y35, Y38, YR18
Shorts - YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97
Vest, Boots - E11, E13, E17, E18
Panda - T1, T3, T5, T7

To see all the stamps in our NEW Collection please click HERE.

Hugs!!

Upcoming CLASSES

2011-10-04T19:05:00.000-07:00

~ Halloween Card Class ~

Thursday, October 6th, 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
at Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this class.

and

Sunday, October 16th, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm

Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA
Please call the store at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class.

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

If you decide to color images during the class, please also bring Copic Markers for your personal use. *Please keep in mind that this is a CARD CLASS and not a Copic Class. I will help you if you need help, but I will not be able to teach to color during the Card Class.

These are the colors that I used to color images for these cards:

E000, E00, E02, E08, E09, E11, E19, E35, E39

E41, E42, E43, E44, E47, E49

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR12, YR14, YR16, YR21, YR24

YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97

T1, T3, T5, T7

V12, V15, V17

R20

BV08

V01

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~ COPIC Class - ADVANCED ~

Saturday, October 8th, 1 pm to 4 pm
at Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this class.

and

Sunday, October 16th, 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA
Please call the store at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class.

In this class you will learn - coloring folds and pleats,
high contrast coloring, layering/mixing colors and MORE.
Previous Copic coloring experience is REQUIRED.

Please bring Copic Markers for your personal use in the class.

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~ Trinket Box Project Class ~

Thursday, October 13th, 6 pm to 9 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

Please call the store at 408-978-8900 to sign up for this class.

and

Saturday, November 5th, 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Jazzy Crafts in Castro Valley, CA

Please call the store at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class.

In this class we will make a trinket box in the photos below. The box measures 6 x 6 x 2. I will also teach you how to make your images look dimensional without using pop-up dots!

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape (or other strong double sided tape)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

- Viva Liquid Pearls in Gold

Please also bring Copic Markers for your personal use:

E000, E01, E11, E13, E17, E18

R11, R20

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR16, YR18, YR20

Y32, Y35, Y38

C00, C1, C3, C5, C7

*Please keep in mind that this is a PROJECT CLASS and not a Copic Class. I will help you if you need help, but I will not be able to teach to color during the Card Class.

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~ Halloween Project Class ~

Thursday, October 20th, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
at Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please call the store at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this class.

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- Dry and Liquid Adhesives

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Ink Blending Tool

- Ink Blending Mat

- Double sided tape

- Viva Pearl Pen in Gold

Please email me if you have any questions.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Y'all READY for This??!!!!

2011-10-01T01:34:00.000-07:00

I know, I know... That's too silly, but I just couldn't help myself!! I am so over the top excited to be able to share these news with you all!! We've got a NEW RELEASE to show you!! YAY!!

How about that??!! 8 NEW Marci and Luka images for you to play with!! Pretty AWESOME, huh? ;-)

You just HAVE TO visit our La-La Land Crafts blog to see the most amazing samples that our talented Design Team has created for you!!

I got a chance to make a card too. My card today features one of our new images. Meet Lil' Rocker Luka!!

Here is the list of Copics that I used to color our uber adorable lil' rocker Luka:

Skin: E00, E01, E02, E11, R11, R20
Hair: YR31, YR23, YR24
T-shirt: C0, C1, C3
Shirt: YR00, YR02, YR04, YR18, T5
Jeans: B41, B34, B45, T5
Hat: YR00, YR02, YR04, YR18 and C0, C1, C3
Shoes: YR02, YR04, YR18 and C0, C1, C3
Guitar: E50, E51, E53, E55 and E13, E17, E18 and E47
Background: BG93, E43, E41

You can already pre-order Lil' Rocker Luka stamp along with all the other stamps from this NEW Release in our online store!! Click HERE to go shopping!!

And I really hope you can stop by our La-La Land Crafts blog to see creations from our Design Team too! Here is the link for you.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Trinket Box CLASS

2011-09-30T00:56:00.000-07:00

When: Thursday, October 13th, 6 pm to 9 pm

Where: Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

408-978-8900

In this class we will make a trinket box in the photos below. The box measures 6 x 6 x 2. I will also teach you how to make your images look dimensional without using pop-up dots!

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape (or other strong double sided tape)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

- Viva Liquid Pearls in Gold

Please also bring Copic Markers for your personal use:

E000, E01, E11, E13, E17, E18

R11, R20

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR16, YR18, YR20

Y32, Y35, Y38

C00, C1, C3, C5, C7

*Please keep in mind that this is a PROJECT CLASS and not a Copic Class. I will help you if you need help, but I will not be able to teach to color during the Card Class.

Please stop by or call Scrapbook Island at 408-978-8900 to sign up for this Trinket Box CLASS. Don't delay, sitting is limited!!

Hugs!!

COPIC Coloring Class - ADVANCED

2011-09-29T20:36:00.000-07:00

When: Saturday 8th, 1 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

In this class you will learn - coloring folds and pleats,
high contrast coloring, layering/mixing colors and MORE.
Previous Copic coloring experience is REQUIRED.

Please bring Copic Markers for your personal use in the class. There is no list of markers for you at this time, but I will post the colors that I am using a little later in a week.

To see some samples of my coloring please scroll down to the post below.

Please call Cranberry Hill Mercantile at 408-736-9151 to sign up. Call soon, sitting is limited.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Halloween Marci and Luka CARD CLASS!!!

2011-09-27T13:04:00.000-07:00

Do you remember these three Halloween cards that I posted in the last few weeks? Well.. Now is your chance to make them in this awesome CARD CLASS!!

When: Thursday, October 6th, 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)
- Scor-Tape

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

These are the colors that I used to color images for these cards:

E000, E00, E02, E08, E09, E11, E19, E35, E39

E41, E42, E43, E44, E47, E49

E50, E51, E53, E55, E57

YR12, YR14, YR16, YR21, YR24

YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97

T1, T3, T5, T7

V12, V15, V17

R20

BV08

V01

Please call Cranberry Hill Mercantile at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this CARD CLASS. Don't delay, sitting is limited!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Halloween Trinket box Set

2011-09-26T01:24:00.000-07:00

I have a new project to share with you today. This is a Halloween Trinket Box and an enclosure card set. The box measures 5 1/2x 5 1/2".

This project is for my upcoming CLASS at Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA.

This class is scheduled for:

Thursday, October 20th

5 pm to 7:30 pm

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- Dry and Liquid Adhesives

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo and Walnut Stain

- Ink Blending Tool

- Ink Blending Mat

- Double sided tape

- Viva Pearl Pen in Gold

$30, 12 participants max

Please call Cranberry Hill Mercantile at 408-736-9151 to sign up for the class.

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Skeleton Luka BOO!

2011-09-23T21:00:00.000-07:00

BOO!! Nope Luka, you are too CUTE to scare anyone!! Hehehe ;-)

This is one of the projects for my SEPTEMBER Workshop this coming Sunday!! To see other projects for this WORKSHOP please click HERE.

SEPTEMBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, September 25th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This card measures 5 1/2" x 5 1/2".

I sponged clouds using the cloud border from my Buccaneer Card that I made yesterday as a template. See the texture on the tree? I didn't do anything special, it is just the texture of the chipboard showing after I added distressed inks to the die cut. I also distressed May Arts green ribbon by rubbing Vintage Photo ink pad directly onto the ribbon - photos don't do it the justice, it is so shimmery and gorgeous in real life!!

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Skeleton Luka by La-La Land Crafts, Sentiment by Hero Arts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock
Tools: Scor-Pal, TH Tree and Bat dies, Spellbinders Circle (moon), Martha Stewart Fence and Grass Punches
Other: Distress Inks in Vintage Photo, Walnut Stain and Black Soot

Copic Markers:

Skin - E00, E01, E53, E02
Hair -E35, E39, E47

Hat, Shoes and Outfit - T1, T3, T5, T7
Vest - V15, V17, BV08 (now looking at it, I should've used YG's to make it green)

Sack - E41, E42, E43

Hugs!!

Buccaneer Halloween

2011-09-22T18:14:00.000-07:00

Halloween cards.. Really?? Since my October Workshop is scheduled a day before Halloween there will no be more time for me to make Halloween cards/projects. So I am trying to get my Halloween fix in :-)

This is one of the projects for my SEPTEMBER Workshop.

SEPTEMBER Workshop is scheduled for:
Sunday, September 25th
10 am to 6 pm
at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

To see other projects for this WORKSHOP please click HERE.

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you to my email list.

This card measures 4 1/2" x 6".

This card is a bit on the simpler side since we already have some complicated and very time consuming projects to work on. And, with only a few days left, I still have to come up with more projects!! .. I had to take two days off, wasn't feeling well. Bad timing for me to get sick.. Oh well, it will all work out, I know I can do it!! :-)

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Buccaneer Marci by La-La Land Crafts, Sentiment by Hero Arts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock
Tools: Scor-Pal, Silhouette SD (cloud banner), Martha Stewart Fence and Grass Punches

Other: Gold Stickles, Viva Pearl Pen in Gold

Copic Markers:

Skin - E000, E01, E11, R20
Hair -YR21, YR24, E08, E19, E09

Outfit - E50, E51, E53, E55, E57, T1, T3

Sack - E41, E42, E43

Hugs!!

Angel Marci

2011-09-20T22:41:00.000-07:00

Well, I didn't really mean to but I just have to give you another sneak peek ;-) Meet Angel Marci!! Angel Marci is one of the stamps in our upcoming release, available mid October.

This is one of the projects for my SEPTEMBER Workshop.

SEPTEMBER Workshop is scheduled for:
Sunday, September 25th
10 am to 6 pm
at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

To see other projects for this WORKSHOP please click HERE.

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you onto the list.

This card measures 5 3/4" x 5 3/4".

I cut paper doily in half and placed it on the opposite sides of the card. Paper roses cut with Silhouette. Rays were created/scored with my Scor-Pal.

Note to self, gold Stickles don't photograph well... I wish you could see all the sparkle.

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Angel Marci by La-La Land Crafts
Papers: Bazzill Cardstock in Walnut Cream
Tools: Scor-Pal, Silhouette SD (roses), Spellbinders Circles and Ribbon Banners, Martha Steward Leaf Punch, EK Success Flower Punches

Other: Paper Doily from Little Yellow Bicycle, Gold Stickles

Copic Markers:

Skin - E000, E01, E11, R20
Hair - E50, YR20, YR24, E35, E37

Dress and Wings - B000, B00, B01, T1, T3

Gold Trim - Y13, Y15, Y18

Roses - R22, R24, R27

Leafs - YG91, YG93, YG95

Hugs!!

Marci COPIC Card Class!!

2011-09-20T10:27:00.001-07:00

When: Sunday, October 2nd, 1 pm to 4 pm

Where: Cranberry Hill Mercantile in Sunnyvale, CA

In this class you will not only make three super cute Marci card in various Easel card styles, but Irina will also teach you how to color our images!! Learn from the source!! A lot of different techniques, tons of information and a lot of fun, that's what you will get in this class!!

Mermaid Marci

Genie Marci

Roller Skate Marci

Please bring following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

and these Copic Markers:

E000, E00, E11, E33, E50

E70, E71, E74, E77, E93, E95, E97
R11, R20
RV10, RV11, RV23, RV32, RV34
Y21, Y23, Y26, Y28
YR20, YR21, YR23, YR24, YR31
B000, B00, B01, B02, B05

BG0000, BG10, BG11, BG72

G00, G02

Please call Cranberry Hill Mercantile at 408-736-9151 to sign up for this class. Don't delay, sitting is limited!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

TRUNK SHOWS - this Friday and Saturday!!

2011-09-15T00:10:00.000-07:00

We are going back to Southern California for our Trunk Shows! Come spend some quality time with us at!! Please call the stores directly to get on the list for our FREE Make-and-Take!!

Custom Impressions in Bellflower

Friday, September 16th, 4 pm to 8 pm

please call the store at 562-925-5927 for more information

Scrapbooking Made Simple in Santa Clarita

Saturday, September 17th, 9 am to 4 pm

please call the store at 661-298-1112 for more information

We will bring ALL of our Marci and Luka stamps along with Ally, Jesalyn and some animals!! The NEW ones from our CHA releases too!! Come make a card, meet both artists of your favorite stamp line and have FUN!!

See you there!!

HUGS!!

Witchy Wishes

2011-09-12T01:18:00.000-07:00

I am posting two days in a row!! Are you impressed? LOL ;-)

This is one of the projects for my SEPTEMBER Workshop.

SEPTEMBER Workshop is scheduled for:
Sunday, September 25th
10 am to 6 pm
at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

To see other projects for this WORKSHOP please click HERE.

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you onto the list.

This card measures 6" x 6".

I have been practicing coloring folds and pleats and Witch Marci's dress is just perfect for this technique!! This technique is certainly not one of those things when you would say that it looks easier than it looks, in fact I think in this instance it is actually much harder than it looks and sure takes a lot of time and practice!!

The other new thing for me on this card - paper pleats!! What fun!! I should do this more often as it adds so much more texture to the project than a flat border.

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Witch Marci by La-La Land Crafts, Tickets by Tim Holtz
Papers: Black and Craft Cardstock by Bazzill, Pink Paisley DP, Echo Park DP

Tools: Scor-Pal, TH Tree, Spellbinders Circle and Oval Nestabilites, Martha Steward Leaf and Fence Punches, EK Success Flower Punches

Other: Distress Ink in Vintage Photo, Viva Pearl Pen

Copic Markers:

Skin - E000, E01, E11, R20
Base Coat for the rest of the image - E41, E43, 44, E47, E49

Dress - V12, V15, V17, BV08

Pumpkin and Buckles - YR12, YR16, YR14

Hat Band, Green Stripes - YG93, YG95, YG97

Grass - YG91, YG93, YG95, YG97

Background - E41, E44, V01

Hugs!!

Ruffles Marci Stationary/Trinket Box

2011-09-10T20:54:00.000-07:00

Wow, wow, wow!! I hadn't made any projects since our last CHA in July!!! FINALLY here is a NEW one!!

And I got to play with the NEW Marci stamp too!! This is Ruffles Marci!! This stamp is not even released yet, so consider this to be a sneak peek ;-)

I created a Stationary/Trinket Box to showcase our new Marci. I created my own template for the box and the lid. The box is pretty big, it measures 6" x 6" x 2". Inside dimensions are 5 1/2" x 5 1/2" with a divider. The way I positioned my divider my box will fit regular size cards and postage stamps, pens, etc. - making it a Stationary Box. However, this box can be used for pretty much anything if you move divider, make two or even four slots there to create a trinket box. Or, you can leave one big space and store whatever your heart desires in it!!

This is one of the projects for my SEPTEMBER Workshop.

SEPTEMBER Workshop is scheduled for:

Sunday, September 25th

10 am to 6 pm

at Scrapbook Island in San Jose, CA

To see other projects for this WORKSHOP please click HERE.

This Workshop is by invitation only. If you would like to attend but did not receive an Evite invitation from me, please email me at irina_ca@msn.com and I will add you onto the list.

I've seen other crafters making the images look like 3D without using pop dots but instead shaping the elements on the image. This is my first time giving an image some dimension this way. I really, really, really love how my Marci has turned out!! I took quite a few pictures to show you so hopefully photos do it the justice.

Oh, and those dots on Marci's hair band - they are not a part of a stamp, I drew them with my Memento Marker. I thought it was a nice touch :-)

Project Recipe:

Stamps: Ruffles Marci by La-La Land Crafts (available late September), Post Card by Whimsy Stamps, Tickets by Tim Holtz

Papers: Craft Cardstock by Bazzill, Pink Paisley DP

Tools: Scor-Pal, TH Clock, Spellbinders Rose Creation, EK Success Border Punch

Other: Distress Ink in Vintage Photo, Crystal Stickles, Viva Pearl Pen

Copic Markers:

Skin - E000, E01, E11, R20
Hair - YR20, E11, E13, E17, E18
Blouse - Y32, Y35, Y38, YR16, YR18
Skirt and Shoes - C00, C1, C3, C5, C7

Hugs!!

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2011-08-24T05:43:00.000-07:00

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Hugs!!

:) Irina

Marci CARD CLASS!!

2011-08-13T15:40:00.000-07:00

As you know, I am so very busy these days and don't get to teach as often as I would like. Well, here is a class that I've just scheduled!! If you would like to take advantage of this rare opportunity to come and take a class with me, here is your chance!!

When: Saturday, September 3rd, 12 pm to 3 pm

Where: Jazzy Crafts store in Castro Valley, CA

In this class you will not only make three super cute Marci card in various Easel card styles, but I will also teach you how to color our images!! Learn from the source!! A lot of different techniques, tons of information and a lot of fun, that's what you will get in this class!!

Mermaid Marci

Genie Marci

Roller Skate Marci

Please bring the following supplies to the class:

- your favorite dry and liquid adhesive

- foam tape (pop up dots)

- Distress Ink in Vintage Photo

- Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

- Mat for blending

and these Copic Markers:

E000, E00, E11, E33, E50

E70, E71, E74, E77, E93, E95, E97
R11, R20
RV10, RV11, RV23, RV32, RV34
Y21, Y23, Y26, Y28
YR20, YR31
B000, B00, B01, B02, B05

BG0000, BG10, BG11, BG72

G00, G02

Please call Jazzy Crafts at 510-583-1422 to sign up for this class. Don't delay, sitting is limited!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

NEW at La-La Land Crafts!!

2011-08-09T00:38:00.000-07:00

This is a month of contests, giveaways and SURPRISES!! We are so very happy to announce our NEW La-La Land Crafts blog for CHILDREN!!

La-La Land Crafts For Kids

Yes, yes, yes!! Now your kids will have a place where they can see what other children are creating and will be able to show their love for our stamps by participating in bi-monthly contest as well!!

And the best of all, this blog is run by children as well!! We got four wonderful girls with their mom's by their side hosting the blog. Please visit the HOSTESSES page to learn about our girls.

If you have children please visit our new LLLC4KIDS blog with them. And even if you don't have kids or yours are all grown up, we would really appreciate it if you would visit us at LLLC4KIDS blog and show us your support.

We are really excited about this new adventure!!

Hugs!!

:) Irina

Birthday Celebration continues with a SALE!!

2011-08-06T00:43:00.000-07:00

At La-La Land Crafts the Birthday Celebration continues with a SALE!!

Today and tomorrow ONLY receive a 10% OFF on any purchase of over $35 in our online store. To receive a discount please enter promotion code FIRSTBDAY upon your checkout.

PLUS all orders placed on August 5th and 6th will be entered into a DRAWING for a $10 GIFT CERTIFICATE!!

Click HERE to go shopping!