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Hi I'm Clare, I live in the South West of England in the seaside town of Torquay. I adore playing with inks, paints and generally getting messy. It is the calm place which fits in between my hectic life whilst working as an outreach support worker, looking after my son, daughter, foster son and hubby. Not forgetting our gorgeous springer spaniel, Suzi.

Monday, 27 March 2017

Topflight stamps Grand Opening Blog Hop

Topflight Stamps, LLC Grand Opening!!!  We can't wait to share with you our fun and different art stamps from all around the world. What makes us different? You can shop for hard to find, international stamps all in one place. And, we offer free shipping for US addresses for orders over $50!!

We also have an amazing Grand Opening Special Discount - 20% off ALL orders - use code TFS-GO20



Today we have an AWESOME blog hop (read through the end of this post for details) with some of the best paper crafters in the industry. They are each featuring some of our favourite stamps, many you probably have not seen before. Be sure to comment on this blog and all the blogs on the hop to be eligible for the Grand PRIZE a $50 store credit!!!  PLUS  - each of the designers in this blog hop are giving away a $10 gift certificate to one of the commenters on their post. I will announce my winner here on Monday, April 3.  The $50 Grand Prize winner will be announced on the Topflight Stamps Blog on the same day. Good luck!!


I’m sharing a project made with Papillions 02 stamps by Katzelkraft (France).





I started off by taking an MDF heart, applying a coat of gesso and some printed tissue paper.



Using Paperartsy fresco satin glaze, I applied a coat and added some  Paperartsy Infusions 
with Golden  sands and Are you cerise. 





I knocked back with some nougat fresco acrylics before  stamping on some second generation stamping with the butterflies.




 I added some more of my chosen shades of Infusions, dried and then stamped and heat embossed, with white ep, the Katzelcraft Waterfall stamp.  



I stamped the butterflies onto smooth white card, coloured with Fabre Castell  polychromos and glued them to my MDF heart.  


I applied a coat of glossy accents to the butterflies to give them a durable sheen, they look as though they are fluttering around the heart.


Now, be sure to check out all these blogs and comment for your chance to win the grand prize!!
• Topflight Stamps 
• Donna Bowman
• Clare Messenger -You are here!
• Linsey Rickett
• Heather Pulvirenti


Thank you so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy your blog hopping experience and good luck.

Crafty hugs,
Clare x x x 

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63 comments:

  1. Lisa - papergrace27 March 2017 at 07:10

    What a GORGEOUS project, Clare!! Your Papillion's (heehee) do look as though they are taking flight right off of the heart. I love the colors you utilized to give it a soft and dreamy look, as well. I could go on and on... ♥

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  2. Toni27 March 2017 at 07:16

    Very lovely heart.

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  3. Tenia Nelson27 March 2017 at 11:57

    So so GORGEOUS!!!

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  4. littlesavedgirl27 March 2017 at 11:57

    Beautiful! It's always nice to have added choices in the crafting community , very excited to welcome you into my world .

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  5. Ann English27 March 2017 at 12:25

    What a beautiful creation! Such a variety of images available at this new shop!

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  6. Unknown27 March 2017 at 12:44

    Beautiful as usual!! I always love everything you create!! The embossing on the butterfly stamp is amazing! And I must get those infusions ....

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  7. Maxine M.27 March 2017 at 12:50

    Love the layering!

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  8. Dee27 March 2017 at 13:07

    Beautiful combination of stamps fabulously combined!

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  9. Betty McDougal27 March 2017 at 13:54

    What a beautiful project

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  10. Theresa27 March 2017 at 13:57

    butterflies are always so classic, expecially when combined with hearts. great color too. thanks as always for sharing.

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  11. Alta O27 March 2017 at 14:41

    Can't wait to be able to add to my collection of Katzelcraft stamps! Your techniques are inspiring#

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  12. Melody W.27 March 2017 at 15:08

    I love the way you made the heart. It is so subtle yet beautiful. I love you incorporated the waterfall stamp from Katzelkraft !

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  13. Julie S27 March 2017 at 15:13

    LOVE those butterflies!

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  14. Marsha27 March 2017 at 15:14

    So creative and pretty.

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  15. Sabrina27 March 2017 at 15:17

    OH MY.... I think I'm in love, With your project that is!!!!! I always have a soft spot in my heart for butterflies and boy your project is just breathtaking!!!!!

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  16. Lagene27 March 2017 at 15:51

    Gorgeous heart creation! Great Hop!

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  17. Michele K. Henderson27 March 2017 at 15:57

    This is really gorgeous! I would love to hang this on my wall! Love the colors and the artsy design! very pretty!

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  18. Lisa H27 March 2017 at 16:00

    This is so pretty Clare! love!!

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  19. luvstoscrap27 March 2017 at 16:32

    Love the techniques you used to create this amazing heart!

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  20. Kjudy127 March 2017 at 17:07

    What a fantastic project!

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  21. Kjudy127 March 2017 at 17:07

    What a fantastic project!

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  22. Brand6 Duncan27 March 2017 at 18:36

    What a lovely project. I appreciate you giving pics of the step by step. I'm really excited about this company and getting to see and purchase without hassle stamps from all over the world.

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  23. Jill Taylor27 March 2017 at 18:53

    How very beautiful your heart and butterflies are. The butterflies look so realistic! Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Amy Seigler27 March 2017 at 18:56

    Your heart is beautiful with the butterflies! Beautiful!

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  25. Sue D27 March 2017 at 19:38

    Beautiful. I like the shine on the butterflies.

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  26. El27 March 2017 at 19:51

    Beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents and inspiration with us.

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  27. Katy27 March 2017 at 21:33

    Beautiful heart!

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  28. McStamper27 March 2017 at 22:11

    I love, love your beautiful idea. Thanks for showing the process.

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    1. Clare3 April 2017 at 11:24

      Congratulations you are the lucky winner of the $10 store voucher. Please email me at Clare messenger@live.co.uk so I can email your voucher details. 😘

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    2. McStamper5 April 2017 at 06:33

      Hi Clare. I emailed but didn't hear from you so maybe I got the address wrong. I am excited to be the winner and looking forward to shopping. Thanks so much. This is my address: gildamc@hotmail.com

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  29. Tracey T27 March 2017 at 22:38

    Such a wonderful project, the butterflies are so pretty 😃

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  30. S@ndy Diller28 March 2017 at 00:23

    So Lovely, just my style.

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  31. Katie28 March 2017 at 00:39

    beautiful canvas and love how the butterflies glimmer

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  32. Lynne Forsythe28 March 2017 at 00:45

    Your hanging "Heart" is just beautiful....and the butterflies are STELLAR! LOVE IT!

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  33. Jo Williams Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator28 March 2017 at 01:46

    Clare this is beautiful!!! Love the texture and those butterflies are so pretty!
    Check out my blog as I host always anything goes challenges each week! Have a wonderful day!
    Hugs,
    Jo
    ♥ Jo's Scrap Shack ♥

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  34. reeree6228 March 2017 at 02:15

    How GORGEOUS!!!! You are so talented!

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  35. Christi Conley28 March 2017 at 03:04

    What a stunning project! I love all the texture and sparkle! -

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  36. Denise Bryant28 March 2017 at 05:08

    Love those gorgeous butterflies! Beautiful project with awesome colors and textures!

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  37. katemade designs28 March 2017 at 05:14

    So pretty. I really appreciate the step by step instructions.

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  38. Kirsty Vittetoe28 March 2017 at 05:30

    This is so beautiful, love the texture and the awesome colors!

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  39. Cynthia Clark28 March 2017 at 06:04

    Great project! Fabulous concept for an online store!

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  40. Chelle28 March 2017 at 06:07

    I have never uUsed Paperartsy fresco satin glaze or Paperartsy Infusions with Golden sands Love this new idea...waterfall stamp is on my wishlist and love the butterflies 🦋 thank you

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  41. cghundley28 March 2017 at 06:20

    Oh gorgeous
    creation!
    Carla from Utah

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  42. NatQuebec28 March 2017 at 11:52

    Such a nice multimedia heart creation ❤👍

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  43. Kim28 March 2017 at 11:53

    Gorgeous

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  44. Kathy/NorthCarolina28 March 2017 at 11:54

    I really love the way those butterflies pop against the soft mixed media background! Just lovely!

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  45. loulou28 March 2017 at 11:58

    Fabulous creation. Those glossy butterflies are gorgeous

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  46. StampinLouie28 March 2017 at 13:33

    Very colorful card. I admire peoples talent that can put things tighter like you did.

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  47. sandi28 March 2017 at 14:15

    Stunning. Mixed media is my favorite.

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  48. DuchessofBstreet28 March 2017 at 14:35

    The heart and butterflies are a beautiful combination...so lovely!

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  49. Beastybunny28 March 2017 at 15:19

    Lovely! Love all the layers!

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  50. Rebekah28 March 2017 at 17:38

    Wow! Your project is simply beautiful! I can never pull off mixed media, and I'm envious of those of you who can do it so effortlessly.

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  51. Patt H.28 March 2017 at 21:51

    A truly beautiful project! Love the colors & that gorgeous butterfly!

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  52. suzieq2329 March 2017 at 04:15

    Topflight has some fantastic stamps...all my faves. Love your project using the Katzelkraft stamp. suzschultz23(at)aol(dot)com

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  53. Karenzkardz29 March 2017 at 07:24

    Gorgeous. .very pretty xx

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  54. Bianca29 March 2017 at 13:34

    Amazing project! Love the colors!

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  55. SusanME29 March 2017 at 19:16

    Beautiful project!! Thanks for sharing

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  56. ionabunny30 March 2017 at 00:26

    Beautiful. Those butterflies are so pretty. Great background. Hugz

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  57. Poo30 March 2017 at 02:57

    Ilove how you used the waterfall stamp!

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  58. Helen Gullett31 March 2017 at 02:44

    Wow! Love your mixed media project. Those butterflies are beautiful

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  59. Mary Holshouser31 March 2017 at 04:44

    the butterflies look so realistic.
    Love the background on the heart.
    Beautiful project.
    thanks for sharing.

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  60. Courtney1 April 2017 at 04:39

    Love it! The butterflies are amazing!

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  61. Julie Wright3 April 2017 at 03:57

    Your monarch looks so real!

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