Posts By: Julie Elak

YNS Sketch and Color Challenge #23

Time for a new challenge!

Challenge #23 starts today and we have a new sketch and a new color combo to choose from.   You only need to pick one to inspire you, unless you really want to challenge yourself and combine the 2!

Which one will draw you in?

The sketch?YNSSketch23

If you use the sketch feel free to swap out shapes or rotate; so long as we can see the basic sketch was your inspiration.

The colors?YNScolor-23

If you choose the color combo, be sure to use at least 3 colors and feel free to add in neutrals.

We look forward to stopping by to see which one you decide to go with.

Challenge #23 is open through Thursday, October 1st at midnight EST.   That gives you 2 weeks to play along for a chance to win a YNS gift certificate.   One random participant will win a $15.00 gift certificate to the YNS Store, plus if the winner uses YNS products on their creation they will receive an additional $5.00 on their gift certificate.  We also select our favorite creation featuring YNS products from all participants and announce a “Top Pick”.   The random winner and “Top Pick” will be announced on the YNS blog the Sunday following the challenge close.   Link up a picture of your creation from your blog, gallery, etc. at the bottom of this post and you will be entered to win.

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The design team has some creations to share, let’s see how they were inspired!
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 Be sure to join in the fun and share your own creation inspired by either the sketch or the colors OR both!  Link up your project through Inlinkz below.

  • YNS’ bi-weekly challenge #23 ends on Thursday, October 1, 2015, at midnight EST
  • One random participant will win a $15 gift certificate to the Your Next Stamp store.  If YNS stamps or dies are the focal point then the winner receives an additional $5 gift certificate for a total of $20.  The winner will be announced on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.
  • All stamps are welcome, although we love to see YNS stamps and dies on your projects.
  • The YNS Top Pick will receive the “YNS Top Pick” badge and their project will be featured on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.  To be considered for the Top Pick, YNS stamps/dies must be the focal point of your project.

-Julie and the YNS Team


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Throwback Thursday – Pocket Die Set

This week we are putting the Pocket Die Set in the spotlight.   This set is definitely a must have for creating gift card holders, but it is also great for so much more!

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Check out these creations…

Click HERE to see the tutorial to create this fun mini book.DSC02112

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Fun stuff!

Have a great day.

-Julie and the YNS Team

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September 2015 DT Dare Winner!

Thank you to everyone who left a comment on our September DT Dare post!  The team had so much fun creating their ABC projects and even more fun reading your comments!!!

The best part about the dare is that now we get to announce a winner!   Random.org did its thing and selected lucky #4…Dina Knutsonsept dare random I guess the early bird catches the worm is really true this time around because Dina left her comment at 2:26 am.

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If you did not win this time don’t worry, there are more ways to win YNS prizes.   Check out our September Feature Day post on the 22nd or play along with our bi-weekly challenges.   Challenge #22 is up right now.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend and happy crafting!

-Julie and the YNS Team

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I Spy YNS Saturday – Dyn-o-mite!

This week we spied a couple of adorable cards made by Chris of the blog “Welcome to Christina’s Scrapkammare”!   Chris used the stamp set “Boom!” to create clean and simple cards that are full of fun!   The splatters act as a great backdrop and her coloring is spot on!  Sometimes I can’t resist the puns – sorry…

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Head on over to Chris’ blog for more details!

Keep on sharing your YNS creations.  Yours could be featured here next week.

-Julie and the YNS Team

 

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Sketch and Color Challenge #22 – More Inspiration

*** Check out our DT Dare post for your chance to win a stamp set of your choice ***

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Happy Friday!

Have you played along with Challenge #22 yet?   You have until Thursday, September 17th at midnight EST to join in the fun.   One random participant will win a $15.00 gift certificate to the YNS Store, plus if the winner uses YNS products on their creation they will receive an additional $5.00 on their gift certificate.  We also select our favorite creation featuring YNS products from all participants and announce a “Top Pick”.   The random winner and “Top Pick” will be announced on the YNS blog the Sunday following the challenge close.   Simply link up a picture of your creation from your blog, gallery, etc. at the bottom of this post and you will be entered to win.

Our challenges give you the choice of either a sketch or color combo. You only need to pick one…unless you really want to challenge yourself and combine the 2!

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If you use the sketch feel free to swap out shapes or rotate; so long as we can see the basic sketch was your inspiration.

Color combination #22:YNScolor-22

If you choose the color combo, be sure to use at least 3 colors and feel free to add in neutrals.

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The design team has some creations to share, let’s see how they were inspired!

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 Be sure to join in the fun and share your own creation inspired by either the sketch or the colors OR both!  Link up your project through Inlinkz below.

  • YNS’ bi-weekly challenge #22 ends on Thursday, September 17, 2015, at midnight EST
  • One random participant will win a $15 gift certificate to the Your Next Stamp store.  If YNS stamps or dies are the focal point then the winner receives an additional $5 gift certificate for a total of $20.  The winner will be announced on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.
  • All stamps are welcome, although we love to see YNS stamps and dies on your projects.
  • The YNS Top Pick will receive the “YNS Top Pick” badge and their project will be featured on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.  To be considered for the Top Pick, YNS stamps/dies must be the focal point of your project.

-Julie and the YNS Team


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September 2015 Blog Hop Winner!

*** Check out our DT Dare post for your chance to win a stamp set of your choice ***

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We have a winner for the September 2015 New Release Blog Hop!!!   Congratulations go out to Yvonne C. who left this comment on Laura’s blog:

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Yvonne wins a $20.00 gift certificate to the YNS Store – congrats and have fun shopping!   Contact Karen via the link at the bottom of the site to claim your prize.

Thanks to everyone who hopped along with us.   We are so excited that you enjoyed the new release.

Remember that there is a sale going on in the YNS Store so take advantage of the discount and pick up all your favorite new stamps and dies.

Sept 2015 Sale Badge

 

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Throwback Thursday – Apple Cutie

Fall is apple picking time, so it only makes sense to take a closer look at the stamp set Apple Cutie this week!  She would look adorable on your harvest scrapbook pages, is perfect for a teacher card, or even simply when sending a happy hello.

Apple Cutie stamp set

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See you back here tomorrow with a new challenge!!!

-Julie and the YNS Team

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Sketch and Color Challenge #21 – Winner!

***Be sure to scroll up for our September New Release Blog Hop!!!   ***

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Time to announce the winner of Challenge #21!  Thanks to everyone who played along in Challenge #21!  We always love stopping by to see everyone’s take on the challenge.

The winner is participant #10,  Katherine Dizon of the blog Countless Joy!

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Congratulations Katherine, you win a $15.00 gift certificate to the YNS Store, plus you receive an extra $5 for using YNS products on your creation.   Please contact Karen via the link at the bottom of the blog to claim your $20 gift certificate.

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The Top Pick for Challenge #21 is this adorable penguin card created by  Jayne of the blog Daisy Jayne’s Designs!   Jayne’s card caught our attention with it’s great coloring and cool color combo.   Outlining the die cuts with just a bit of sparkle adds a touch of whimsy, which is perfect for the penguins who seem to be getting into trouble!yns-card-challenge-21

 

Congrats again Jayne, here is the Top Pick badge for your blog.

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Our new challenge is up right now.   Play along with #22 and you may just be a winner too!

-Julie and the YNS Team

 

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Sketch and Color Challenge #22

Happy Friday!

With the weekend coming up and it being a long weekend for our friends in the USA and Canada, hopefully you find some crafting time!

If you are looking for inspiration to give you a jump start then why don’t you join in Challenge #22!   Challenge #22 starts now with a new sketch and a new color combo to choose from.   What will you be inspired to create?   We can’t wait to see!

Challenge #22 is open through Thursday, September 17th at midnight EST.   That gives you 2 weeks to play along for a chance to win a YNS gift certificate.   One random participant will win a $15.00 gift certificate to the YNS Store, plus if the winner uses YNS products on their creation they will receive an additional $5.00 on their gift certificate.  We also select our favorite creation featuring YNS products from all participants and announce a “Top Pick”.   The random winner and “Top Pick” will be announced on the YNS blog the Sunday following the challenge close.   Simply link up a picture of your creation from your blog, gallery, etc. at the bottom of this post and you will be entered to win.

Our challenges give you the choice of either a sketch or color combo. You only need to pick one…unless you really want to challenge yourself and combine the 2!

Sketch #22:YNSSketch22

If you use the sketch feel free to swap out shapes or rotate; so long as we can see the basic sketch was your inspiration.

Color combination #22:YNScolor-22

If you choose the color combo, be sure to use at least 3 colors and feel free to add in neutrals.

***
The design team has some creations to share, let’s see how they were inspired!

 Be sure to join in the fun and share your own creation inspired by either the sketch or the colors OR both!  Link up your project through Inlinkz below.

  • YNS’ bi-weekly challenge #22 ends on Thursday, September 17, 2015, at midnight EST
  • One random participant will win a $15 gift certificate to the Your Next Stamp store.  If YNS stamps or dies are the focal point then the winner receives an additional $5 gift certificate for a total of $20.  The winner will be announced on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.
  • All stamps are welcome, although we love to see YNS stamps and dies on your projects.
  • The YNS Top Pick will receive the “YNS Top Pick” badge and their project will be featured on the YNS Blog the Sunday after the challenge closes.  To be considered for the Top Pick, YNS stamps/dies must be the focal point of your project.

-Julie and the YNS Team


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Throwback Thursday – Library Card Stamp and Die Set

This week we are putting the Overdue Library Card stamp set and die sets in the spotlight.   Each is on sale in the YNS Store this week!

If you have ever forgotten a birthday then this stamp set is for you!  Of course each would also be great for scrapbook pages or adding a fun library card layer to your creations.

Overdue Library Card stamp set

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The Overdue Library Card die set is full of shapes to dress up your creations, in addition to the standard library card die.   If you want to take a try at making your own embellishments, then this set is a great one to start off with!

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Here are some samples using both the stamps and dies:Susan082213-1_LRG-460x675Maureen082213-3_LRG-460x675
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Now I am off to return 2 library books that I found hidden in a stack of books – each was due months ago – yikes!!!

-Julie and the YNS Team

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