TGF turns 3 on Monday! Daddy turns 30 and I turn 7 months!!! Have a safe weekend!
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Lily Says Hi
Lily says:
TGF turns 3 on Monday! Daddy turns 30 and I turn 7 months!!! Have a safe weekend!
TGF turns 3 on Monday! Daddy turns 30 and I turn 7 months!!! Have a safe weekend!
Friday, July 29, 2011
SURPRISE! Another Preview!
{{{PLEASE SCROLL DOWN for the HEART JOURNALING post- Week 2}}}
Ok, so it's not REALLY a surprise, because we told ya we'd be back today with another preview!
Introducing...
This adorable 4x6 set is the 3rd and final release coming to you on our THIRD birthday (are ya getting the theme of THREE here? lol), August 1st, 2011~ can't wait!
Before we get to today's previews, congrats to:
Danielle Daws
and
Grandma Bonnie!
You are the winners from yesterday's preview! Congrats! Email Jess to claim your prize!
Ok, so it's not REALLY a surprise, because we told ya we'd be back today with another preview!
Introducing...
Oliver and Amelia: SURPRISE!
This adorable 4x6 set is the 3rd and final release coming to you on our THIRD birthday (are ya getting the theme of THREE here? lol), August 1st, 2011~ can't wait!
Before we get to today's previews, congrats to:
Danielle Daws
and
Grandma Bonnie!
You are the winners from yesterday's preview! Congrats! Email Jess to claim your prize!
....and now.....Here are some samples from the Farmers:
Kim
Denice
Tracey
Carisa
Becca
Jessica
Well, seriously, HOW cute is this set? These little cuties can't wait to make their way home to you in only a FEW days!
We will see you back here on MONDAY for all of the Release day excitement!
xoxo,
Jess :)
Heart Journaling: Week 2
Hey Class! Wow what a whirlwind week!!! We are totally loving all the artwork that's being uploaded into the He'art' Journaling folder!!! Oh before I forget: Please remember to title your upload with the 'WEEK' that it's designated for and put it in your Folder. It'd make it much easier for us to go through. For eg: YOUR_NAME_WEEK2.jpg
So before we go onto this week's assignment, I'd like to showcase just a few of the fabulous works that we had the pleasure of viewing, including mine. :)
So before we go onto this week's assignment, I'd like to showcase just a few of the fabulous works that we had the pleasure of viewing, including mine. :)
My Spread: using sequin waste, butterfly punch, mini roses, acrylic paints
Jessica's page - hanging hearts rule!
Natalie Shaw - LOOOOVE this!
Bluesh4rk - wonderful usage of bold text
Alice Carman - omg so beautiful right?
Renee Guggenmos - Love the blue butterflies
Sharette Smith - beautiful soft coloring, love that slash of blue in the corner
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WEEK 2 - Sandy Sunshine
Assignment: Create a free-spirit spread (two-pages) using the concept of Sand, Sun, Beach, etc. This could be a tribute page to a past vacation, or some sort of paradise, beach-related.... Use any stamps you want, colors, etc. Not necessary to use any TGF stamps, this is YOUR journal, do what you want cuz you rule that journal!
Tip: Try adding texture to your pages for a feel-y, touchy 3-D look. :)
Due: Thursday Aug 4th no later than 12:00 pm noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30 pm cst. Late uploads will not be accounted for. If you cannot make the deadline, please upload your assignments early. Please upload your photo into your folder http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173.
Tip: Try adding texture to your pages for a feel-y, touchy 3-D look. :)
Due: Thursday Aug 4th no later than 12:00 pm noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30 pm cst. Late uploads will not be accounted for. If you cannot make the deadline, please upload your assignments early. Please upload your photo into your folder http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173.
Inspiration found on the web:
Have a Safe and Creative Weekend!!!!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
You're Invited...
Hey, everyone!
We are SUPER excited to cordially invite you to TGF's THIRD Birthday bash/Blog Hop! Can you BELIEVE the Farm is turning three? We can't, and it wouldn't be a party without you, so please join us for a CELEBRATORY release!
When: Monday, AUGUST 1st, 2011
12:01 am CST-11:59 am CST
Where: TGF Blog - right here!
You definitely WON'T WANT to miss this. WHY? Well, here are TWO little reasons to start with...
Introducing...
BIRTHDAY ANYA 2 and BIRTHDAY IAN!
....as showcased by:
Carisa
Denice
Becca
Tracey
Kim
Kim
Jessica
These little cuties make up two of our THREE RELEASES this month...to celebrate THREE years! And what's more? There will be THREE grand prize winners!
That is right! Just for hoppin' with the Farm on our THIRD birthday, THREE lucky commenters will be chosen to win the ENTIRE RELEASE! We are SO excited! SO please SAVE THE DATE for AUGUST 1st!
Want to WIN Birthday Anya 2 or Ian today? Be sure to check out the blogs of the rest of the TGF Farmers (links on our sidebar!) and come back here to leave a comment with YOUR FAVORITE BIRTHDAY MEMORY.
I will choose TWO random winners- one to win their CHOICE of either new release!
We'll be back tomorrow with ANOTHER preview, the announcement of today's winners (you have until 1145pm CST to comment :) and ANOTHER surprise coming your way!
Last but not least, a HUGE thanks to Jen Shults, our July Guest designer for all the wonderful art and inspiration- we truly enjoyed it ALL! We will debut our next guest in September and I think a LOT of you know her! For now...sit back, relax, and CELEBRATE w/ TGF!
Last but not least, a HUGE thanks to Jen Shults, our July Guest designer for all the wonderful art and inspiration- we truly enjoyed it ALL! We will debut our next guest in September and I think a LOT of you know her! For now...sit back, relax, and CELEBRATE w/ TGF!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Top Crop Tuesday with Jen
Happy Tuesday everyone! It's Jen here bringing you another Top Crop Tuesday post. I've been combing the gallery this week to find some fabulous creations to help jump start your creativity!
This gorgeous creation by Danielle Daws jumped right out at me as soon as I saw it. I love the bold dark values against the pale pastels... it's such a dramatic combination.
This gorgeous creation by Danielle Daws jumped right out at me as soon as I saw it. I love the bold dark values against the pale pastels... it's such a dramatic combination.
This funky card from Beansscrapandsheep really struck me as I LOVE the shape and all the fantastic layers paired up with a bit of bling.
And this last bit of inspiration this week comes from Dictionary. This project is just all around gorgeous and calls to my love of designer paper. I just adore how she managed to make both the image and the paper stand out... not to mention I'm a sucker for orange.
Well that's it for me today. I hope you enjoyed these gallery finds and will drop by and leave some love for the lovely ladies who made these.
It's also time for me to sign off as the July Guest Farmer. It's been my great privilege to hang out with y'all this month and I won't be saying goodbye but "see you again soon" as I'll still be hanging around The Farm as much as I can. To the new crop of Farmers... you ladies are just ROCKIN' IT! It's been a wonderful time working with you this month and I can't wait to see what gorgeous things are in store for us as new previews start making their way to your blogs. To Jess and Marie... there just aren't words enough to express how fabulous I think you are and I wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for giving me another opportunity to design for you. It's been my great pleasure. :)
Happy Tuesday everyone!
Monday, July 25, 2011
Designer Spotlight With Farmer Kim
Hello TGF fans! Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend!
Farmer Kim here today to share a little about, well, me! I am still super duper excited to be designing for TGF for the next few months! I am looking forward to sharing a wide range of TGF cards/projects with everyone!
I started crafting not too long after high school but I didn't really get into card making until after I had my daughter, a little over two years ago.
While I was on maternity leave, I discovered cardmaking and blogging one day while surfing on the net. Since then, cardmaking has become a passion, a part of my life! Yes, I sacrifice a lot of my sleeping time for crafting! LOL
What''s my style? Hmm..to be honest, I really don't know how to define my own style. I guess my style is in between the elaborate "over the top" style and the clean and simple style. You do however see some of these styles in my work sometimes. But one thing for sure, I LOVE 3D projects! I love to see and make them! I am always wondering what we can do with papers, especially combined with stamping! I am amazed at all the wonderful projects out there!
Today, I am sharing this matchbox four-drawer chest with matching card using Blush Bonnie and the sentiment from Blush Babette.
This chest is very simple to make. I simply made four match boxes and stacked them together! This chest measures 4x3x3.
Well, that's about it for now. I shall share more about myself and my crafts soon! Thank you for stopping by today! Have a great week, everyone!
Farmer Kim here today to share a little about, well, me! I am still super duper excited to be designing for TGF for the next few months! I am looking forward to sharing a wide range of TGF cards/projects with everyone!
I started crafting not too long after high school but I didn't really get into card making until after I had my daughter, a little over two years ago.
While I was on maternity leave, I discovered cardmaking and blogging one day while surfing on the net. Since then, cardmaking has become a passion, a part of my life! Yes, I sacrifice a lot of my sleeping time for crafting! LOL
What''s my style? Hmm..to be honest, I really don't know how to define my own style. I guess my style is in between the elaborate "over the top" style and the clean and simple style. You do however see some of these styles in my work sometimes. But one thing for sure, I LOVE 3D projects! I love to see and make them! I am always wondering what we can do with papers, especially combined with stamping! I am amazed at all the wonderful projects out there!
Today, I am sharing this matchbox four-drawer chest with matching card using Blush Bonnie and the sentiment from Blush Babette.
This chest is very simple to make. I simply made four match boxes and stacked them together! This chest measures 4x3x3.
Well, that's about it for now. I shall share more about myself and my crafts soon! Thank you for stopping by today! Have a great week, everyone!
Friday, July 22, 2011
edit...
Oops I meant the deadline is Thursday July 28th, NOT 18th. HAHAHAHA! Sorry! And today is the last day you can still register.
Heart Journaling: Week 1
Good morning class!!!! First off, WOWWW we have over 100 participants! OK! Our super fun and creative journey starts today! Over the course of 23 weeks we will be working on an art journal spread every week. Each week will have a different theme/concept. Remember that this is your own personal journey so please do not feel that you have to create a certain way. This is to help you open up creative mind, to try new methods or techniques that you've never tried before, and just basically step out of your comfort zone.
OH and please check to see if your name folder is in our classroom roster: http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173 if you do not see it, please contact us at thegreetingfarm@gmail.com so we can add it in or make any changes.
Before we go on, I'd like to address a few concerns:
Not necessary to use any TGF stamps, this is YOUR journal, do what you want cuz you rule that journal!
How does this work: Every Friday for the next 23 weeks we will be posting up a new concept for you to work on your art journal spread. All spreads are due the following Thursday by noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30pm cst so please make sure you get it in on time so we can credit you. By the end of 23 weeks, all who has completed every assignment on time will be getting a special gift.
DUE DATES: Very important! If you are unsure if you will be able to upload on time, please upload your assignments earlier in the week than the very last minute like 11:59pm. Better too early than too late. If you cannot upload or miss the deadline for whatever reason, your project may not be accounted for. Because there are so many participants we have to be super strict on the deadline. Otherwise we'll have dozens of people emailing us with reasons why they were late or something was wrong or dog ate their pages, etc. The minute 12:30pm cst hits, we will start marking off and reviewing assignments in the gallery, no buts about it.
Make-Up pages: I received a few emails regarding missed weeks and making up spreads. Unfortunately because there are over a hundred spreads for us to review each week, we won't be able to count any missed work. If you miss a deadline or week, you can always go back on your own time and work on it but it will not be accounted for.
Dropping Out: If you find you don't really have the time for this or that this isn't your 'thing', you may drop out anytime no questions asked.
Supplies: Many of you asked what supplies you needed to participate. There is no 'official list' of supplies but I compiled a small list of stuff would be helpful although not necessary. I don't want you to feel that if you do not have a certain product or media that you cannot work on your spread. Working with what you have onhand is probably the best and more convenient process. Please do not go out and break you bank on a million different coloring medias unless you really want to. Chances are you probably already have a lot of supplies that you can work with. So here are some items that I think can be handy but not necessary. Mostly you'd just need your imagination.
List of Possible supplies -
acrylic paints
watercolors
pastels
permanent marker
crayons
copics
charcoal
some sort of waterproof pen
fabric/canvas
glitter
old magazine scraps
old photos
gesso, soft gel medium, or any other medium
stickers
glue
More than anything I hope that our journey together will help open up the world of art journaling to you and I hope that you are doing this more for your own personal creative resume rather than for the prize at the end. Even if you miss a week or two, I still hope you continue to work in your journal 'just because'. This project is you being true to you. Besides if you are really only just working to get the gift at the end, what if the gift was really lame. So in reality, your true gift/prize is your completed or 'in progress' art journal! :)
Ok enough babbling, here we go with our first week! and a few of some beautiful art journal covers from our participants....
OH and please check to see if your name folder is in our classroom roster: http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173 if you do not see it, please contact us at thegreetingfarm@gmail.com so we can add it in or make any changes.
Before we go on, I'd like to address a few concerns:
Not necessary to use any TGF stamps, this is YOUR journal, do what you want cuz you rule that journal!
How does this work: Every Friday for the next 23 weeks we will be posting up a new concept for you to work on your art journal spread. All spreads are due the following Thursday by noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30pm cst so please make sure you get it in on time so we can credit you. By the end of 23 weeks, all who has completed every assignment on time will be getting a special gift.
DUE DATES: Very important! If you are unsure if you will be able to upload on time, please upload your assignments earlier in the week than the very last minute like 11:59pm. Better too early than too late. If you cannot upload or miss the deadline for whatever reason, your project may not be accounted for. Because there are so many participants we have to be super strict on the deadline. Otherwise we'll have dozens of people emailing us with reasons why they were late or something was wrong or dog ate their pages, etc. The minute 12:30pm cst hits, we will start marking off and reviewing assignments in the gallery, no buts about it.
Make-Up pages: I received a few emails regarding missed weeks and making up spreads. Unfortunately because there are over a hundred spreads for us to review each week, we won't be able to count any missed work. If you miss a deadline or week, you can always go back on your own time and work on it but it will not be accounted for.
Dropping Out: If you find you don't really have the time for this or that this isn't your 'thing', you may drop out anytime no questions asked.
Supplies: Many of you asked what supplies you needed to participate. There is no 'official list' of supplies but I compiled a small list of stuff would be helpful although not necessary. I don't want you to feel that if you do not have a certain product or media that you cannot work on your spread. Working with what you have onhand is probably the best and more convenient process. Please do not go out and break you bank on a million different coloring medias unless you really want to. Chances are you probably already have a lot of supplies that you can work with. So here are some items that I think can be handy but not necessary. Mostly you'd just need your imagination.
List of Possible supplies -
acrylic paints
watercolors
pastels
permanent marker
crayons
copics
charcoal
some sort of waterproof pen
fabric/canvas
glitter
old magazine scraps
old photos
gesso, soft gel medium, or any other medium
stickers
glue
More than anything I hope that our journey together will help open up the world of art journaling to you and I hope that you are doing this more for your own personal creative resume rather than for the prize at the end. Even if you miss a week or two, I still hope you continue to work in your journal 'just because'. This project is you being true to you. Besides if you are really only just working to get the gift at the end, what if the gift was really lame. So in reality, your true gift/prize is your completed or 'in progress' art journal! :)
Ok enough babbling, here we go with our first week! and a few of some beautiful art journal covers from our participants....
by April Davis
By Mari Hirvonen
By Lynda Nielsen
By Eva and Haley
By Candice and Jeremy Stout
By Laura Boyd
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WEEK 1 - Spread Your Wings
Assignment: Create a free-spirit spread (two-pages) using the concept of wings. This could be butterflies, airplanes, angels, birds...etc. Use any stamps you want, colors, etc. Not necessary to use any TGF stamps, this is YOUR journal, do what you want cuz you rule that journal!
Tip: If you're a generally neat person, try being a little messy. If you're messy, try a cleaner simpler layout. Try something that makes you almost a little uneasy... haha.
Due: Thursday July 28th no later than 12:00 pm noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30 pm cst. Late uploads will not be accounted for. If you cannot make the deadline, please upload your assignments early. Please upload your photo into your folder http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173.
Tip: If you're a generally neat person, try being a little messy. If you're messy, try a cleaner simpler layout. Try something that makes you almost a little uneasy... haha.
Due: Thursday July 28th no later than 12:00 pm noon cst. We start marking off assignments by 12:30 pm cst. Late uploads will not be accounted for. If you cannot make the deadline, please upload your assignments early. Please upload your photo into your folder http://www.tgfllc.com/galleria/showgallery.php?cat=1173.
Inspiration found on the web:
Now go and create to your hearts content!!!
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