Autumn Blessings

Faux Painted Paneling from Oct/Nov NL.
This TQ re-creates the look of painted wall paneling.
Stamps are from Inkadinkado.
Embossing Folder from Sizzix
Studio 2 Alcohol Markers, Lemon Yellow, Cool Gray,
Sepia, Cadmium Orange, Chrome Green, Bunt Sienna.
Memento Tuxedo Black and Versa Magic Pumpkin Spice inks.
Card size 5 1/4 x 5 1/4" Envelope size 5 1/2 x 5 1/2.

Vada

AUTUMN BEAUTY - STAND ALONE CARD

Hello! I hope in your corner of the world you have sunshine. Here in Wisconsin it is rainy and cold today.

I know there hasn't been a lot of action happening this past year on the Technique Junkie Blog, but Pat and the Design team are looking to create more activity here. Our goal is to have TWO projects (at least) posted each week. We are excited to share more things with you!

I do not recall seeing to many cards using the STAND ALONE technique that was put in the February- Match issue. The Stand Alone technique was an ONLINE BONUS for all of you subscribers! If you are a Junkie - you can view more in the Art Gallery HERE.

Here are a few more details for you:

Stamps: Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps, Autumn Blessings

Cardstock: Basic Black, Whisper White, Daisy D's Holly Red

Accessories: Copics, Black Gems, Black and White Gingham

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Come back later in the week to see another beautiful project designed by Cathy.

IT IS HERE!!! SEPTEMBER TREASURE HUNT!

Welcome to Technique Junkies third TREASURE HUNT! This month we have a wonderful array of treasures to give away, while we preview some of the artwork from the Technique Junkie October Newsletter!

You will want to follow the Blog links and gather the TREASURES hidden in each persons posts. At the end of the treasure hunt, put the collection of letters together to see what it says and follow Pat’s directions on her blog to have an opportunity to win a FABULOUS treasure!

This months grand prize is for one lucky winner to recieve

Pkg of Paperclay for Petroglyphic

1 jar of Smooch ink

Micro Pearl Pearl Ex for Jeweled Acetate

Glitter for PK Glitz Technique

3 Stamp Sets

and a $10.00 Gift Certificate from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps

The drawing will end Friday, October 2 at 9 a.m. EST.. Pat will announce the winner that morning.

This gorgeous card was created by Judy Jackson
Stamp Credits: Club Scrap stamp and Stampin' Up.

The Technique is called Smooch Direct

This beautiful card was made by Vada Schultz.

The Stamp credits are: All stamps are from; Alluring Impressions.

Technique: Sepia TQ from Oct. NL.

Card is alittle bigger than normal 6 x 4 1/2 "

The treasure you will find here to get you started is "S ".

For your next clue, go to Shelly's blog and then she'll direct you to the next blog, and they'll direct you to the next blog, and so on. If for some reason a link is broken, don't panic. Just return here to the list and complete your journey.

From there you will follow the trail to Shelly Hickox,

Manna Caffrey

Lisa Somerville

Beth Norman

Ann Clack

Jane Bosi

Kimm BT

Chris Dickinson ,

and we end at Pat Huntoon 's Blog, who will hold a drawing with a prize for those who gather the CLUES and answer correctly!

Have fun on your Treasure Hunt and good luck in the drawing!

SEPTEMBER TREASURE HUNT!

AHOY JUNKIES!!! You are in for another TREAT coming up on September 28. It all starts here at 7 am Central time. We have a great treasure chest of goodies to give away, while we preview some of the artwork from the Technique Junkie October Newsletter! Come join us on Monday to see all of the fabulous things the Design Team has to share!!!

The Design Team will be starting to post on a more regular bases here, so stop by often! Today, I thought I would share a Tri-Window Fold card that you can ONLY see here!!! This technique is seen in the August-September 2009 Newsletter. It is so much fun to do!

Here are the details...

Stamps: Upsy Daisy (You're on my mind words), Innovative Stamp Creations - Be Thankful

Cardstock: Dusty Durango, Vanilla, Navy and Boxer Basic Grey Designer Paper

Accessories: K&C Pearl Accents, Nestibilities, Big Shot, Navy grosgrain, Pewter Hodgepodge, Rounded Tab Punch, Paper Snips, Buttons, 3/4 inch circle punch

Thanks so much for stopping by! Come back on Monday for the Treasure Hunt!

Chris Dickinson

Come Join us for the Treasure Hunt tomorrow!

Hello Junkies!

Monday, August 31 (tomorrow!) marks Technique Junkies 2nd Treasure Hunt! The fun begins Monday at 12 noon EST at the Technique Junkies Design Team Blog. We have a HUGE treasure chest of goodies to give away, while we preview some of the artwork from the Technique Junkie Newsletter CD7 Bonus Techniques! Come join us on Monday to see all of the fabulous things the Design Team has to share....

TREASURE HUNT: Become a Junkie for Life!

Welcome to Technique Junkies first ever TREASURE HUNT! This month we are treating you to SNEAK PEEKS to the August Newsletter!

You will want to follow the Blog links and gather the TREASURES hidden in each persons posts.
At the end of the treasure hunt, put the collection together to see what it says and follow Pat’s directions on her blog to have an opportunity to win a FABULOUS treasure! The grand prize is for one lucky winner to become a Technique Junkie for life! The winner will receive any back issues or CDs that they do not already have -- PLUS they will receive all future CDS and issues as they are published for FREE! Pat will draw a name on Monday, August 3!

This lovely card was created by Judy Jackson Stamps credits are by Stampin' Up! The technique Judy used is the Sanded Whitewash Technique in the August Newsletter.

The treasure you will find here to get you started is " J ".

This beautiful card was made by Vada Schultz. The Stamp credits are: Third Coast Rubber Stamps, and Serendipity Stamps and the technique Vada used to create this beauty is the Faux Sanding technique in the August Technique Junkies Newsletter.

For your next clue, go to Kathie McGuire blog and then she'll direct you to the next blog, and they'll direct you to the next blog, and so on. If for some reason a link is broken, don't panic. Just return here to the list and complete your journey.

Here are the list of participants in todays Treasure Hunt:

Kathie McGuire - http://kathiemcguire.blogspot.com/

Lisa Somerville - http://www.lisasomerville.com/

Kimm Bennington-Thompson - http://artfulsentimentsbykimm.blogspot.com/

Chris Dickinson - http://www.chrissyd723.blogspot.com/

Beth Norman - http://sunflowers-dragonflies.ca/blog

Jane Bosi - http://janesaddiction.typepad.com/

Manna McCaffrey - http://outoftheeast.blogspot.com/

Shelly Hickox - http://www.shellyhickox.blogspot.com/

Pat Huntoon - http://patstamps.blogspot.com/

Have fun on your Treasure Hunt!

TECHNIQUE JUNKIES TREASURE HUNT

I am so excited to announce that Technique Junkies will be having its very first TREASURE HUNT! This will happen the fourth Monday of every month!

The Treasure Hunt will begin on Monday, July 27th at the Technique Junkies Blog early in the morning. From there you will follow the trail to Kathie McGuire , Lisa Somerville,
Kimm Bt, Chris Dickinson, Beth Norman, Jane Bosi, Manna McCaffrey, Shelly Hickox,
and ending at Pat Huntoon's Blog with an opportunity to win a treasure!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!

Chris Dickinson