Friday, June 29, 2012

North Shore...WMS July Previews Day 2

Hi there! Welcome to Day 2 of the June Waltzingmouse Stamps Previews! Today, we are sharing projects focused on the North Shore stamp set that will be released on Sunday, July 1st in the Waltzingmouse Stamps on line store.

We are a beach lovin' family so this stamp set as well as the My Island stamp set (which will be revealed tomorrow) is right up my alley! I scrapped a layout featuring a photo of Connor that was taken on the beach last summer while on vacation in Kauai. I incorporated many techniques that I learned from taking Stacey Young's class that can be found at Miss Art's Papercrafting School.
To create the tag shown below, I stamped the NORTH SHORE image using VersaMark ink, on a tag made using a Sizzix die, embossed using white embossing powder then stamped the decorative flourishes and sentiment. I added a little bottle embellishment that I filled with sand :)
The SUMMER starts here sentiment is from the My Island stamp set (which will be revealed tomorrow) ~ makes for the perfect title for this layout!
Thanks so much for visiting! For some additional fab inspiration, please be sure to visit the Claire Brennan (Owner) and the following DT members: Anya Schrier Bonnie Sharp Clare Buswell Julia Aston Jennifer Holmes Kelly Schirmer Laurie Schmidlin Lynn Mercurio Mona Pendleton (that's me) Sandie Dunne Tosha Leyendekker
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67 comments:

  1. CrystalJune 29, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    WOW, Mona!! Absolutely breathtaking layout! I love the beach theme, all the stamps are awesome! Those seashells and the banner are such a perfect creative touch! Definitely your best layout EVER!

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  2. LourdesJune 29, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    Hi Mona!!!....This layout is amazing!....I like the color combination and how you've used different techniques!....Many details!!!

    Regards from Italy

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  3. Carol DJune 29, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    Wow. This just says it all. Love the colours of the sea and sand, love the banners and the shells. Fab!
    Hugs Carol x

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  4. Sis PattersonJune 29, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    Wow - your layout is so beachy - and wonderful and distinctive! I would not have thought to use the soft blue color palette, but it WORKS! The texture, the dimension, the sand bottle, and the stamps all work together to make Connor the star!

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  5. Trish LatimerJune 29, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    That is simply stunning Mona..the colours, textures, images, embellishments, the lot! Amazing work!! xx

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  6. Lynn MercurioJune 29, 2012 at 3:40 AM

    Oh this is amazing, Mona. Love this layout and what a great picture of your son...it's almost like you took it just for this stamp set. =) Your mix of mediums is truly AWESOME and I love all the texture and interest that it gives this fantastic page!

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  7. PaulineJune 29, 2012 at 3:52 AM

    What a beautiful layout of your boy Mona, I love the distressed beachy feel to this with the cool aquas and sandy tones, and the little bottle of sand charm is the icing on the cake!

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  8. sandiJune 29, 2012 at 5:17 AM

    Wow! Just fabulous! So dreamy looking!

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  9. Lynn W.June 29, 2012 at 5:20 AM

    Such a beautiful layout - I bet Connor is pleased too! The tag with the little bottle of sand sets it all off perfectly.

    Lynn Wild

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  10. anyaJune 29, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    Just breathtaking, Mona! The soft, weathered colors are perfect for this and I love all the texture that you have used. The little bottle of sand is like the icing on the cake! Just awesome!

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  11. Julia AstonJune 29, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    what a great, great memory of summer Mona! love all the white wash and distressing - the line of banners is SO summery - love the tag and sweet little bottle of sand! (and what a handsome surfer!)

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  12. AnonymousJune 29, 2012 at 6:03 AM

    Phenomenal layout! Love all the various details especially the seashells! Great mix of colours and stamps!

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  13. Lisa EltonJune 29, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    Love all of the tattered/weathered edges Mona. I think my favorite part is the wispy banner!

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  14. Heather RogersJune 29, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    This is a beautiful LO Mona! I love the texture and cute banners. The shells and jar of sand are darling. Fabulous job girl! You rock! :)

    Hugs~

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  15. MirnaJune 29, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    Best layout EVER! Wow Mona this is beyond beautiful! You are so creative! I love all the techniques you used! What a masterpiece! A definite keepsake!

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  16. EricaJune 29, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Incredible! What an absolutely amazing layout! Love all the textures and distressed details! Beautiful mix of colors and fun embellishments -- awesome seashells! Wow!

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  17. Deborah FringsJune 29, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Brilliant layout!! The photo of Connor is beautifully framed with all the lovely embellishments. Love the tiny bottle of sand on the tag and shells too! Absolutely stunning!

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  18. NanceBJune 29, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Stunning! So incredibly creative Mona! Every inch is perfect!

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  19. UnknownJune 29, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Your page looks amazing. I love the shabby look of it.. What a great photo..

    Hugs~

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  20. DawnllJune 29, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Love the island shabby feel, so fun

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  21. GabrielleHJune 29, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    OMG, jaw dropping and hitting the floor! This is breathtaking Mona! I love the beach theme! These stamps look amazing surrounded by you amazing mixed media details! Love the seashells and the netting! Awesome colors! This is one of your best ever!

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  22. Angie HewittJune 29, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    Awesome LO Mona! Love all the distressing and the pretty shells and textures! This is my new fav!

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  23. Donna HJune 29, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Beautiful layout of Connor, Mona! I absolutely love the banners and the seashells! Your are so creative!

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  24. Cindy PercovichJune 29, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    Amazing, Mona! Love the beach theme and there are so many incredible details! Love the soft blues and the distress edges of your paper1 The hexagon texture and the pretty shells compliment the wonderful photo of Connor so well! That banner is perfection! Definitely a wonderful keepsake!

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  25. JennyGerberJune 29, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Fabulous and so beautiful Mona! Everything is just incredible!

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  26. StellaJune 29, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Getting back to regular visits here at your blog this is another day in a row that made my jaw drop. "Mixed media" to me and I love the AMAZING look of this LO. Beach-y, sand-y :) but above that...stunning.
    I already start looking for your own magazine here hee hee. My oh my girl; you are so-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o talented!:)

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  27. StellaJune 29, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I meant to aye; you really need to get your amazing pieces of art published in your own magazine :)

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  28. AnneJune 29, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    Mona, your talents are incredible! This is such a gorgeous layout! So many wonderful techniques and such a beautiful design! WOW

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  29. Cindy KalishJune 29, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Absolutely fabulous!

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  30. Cathy WeberJune 29, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    My favorite!! Got this one pinned and can't wait to make something similar.

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  31. Karin ÅkesdotterJune 29, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Amazing design!!! - absolutely LOVE your LO!

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  32. UnknownJune 29, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    O.M.G Mona. wow. this is INcredible, seriously girl, I have no words, this is unbelievably good! You are THE scrapbooking goddess...

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  33. YesnirJune 29, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    Love your gorgeous LO, Mona! The beach theme is so perfect with this stamp collection! I love the embossing and the hues of color you used! The shells are such a nice touch! Fabulous job!

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  34. ChrisJune 29, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Mona, your layout is so outstanding! I'm speechless! You really make these stamps look so cool! I am so inspired! Thanks!

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  35. ChrisJune 29, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    PS: Your new avatar photo is BEAUTIFUL!

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  36. Vickie ZJune 29, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Fabulous! Love all the painting, seashells etc.etc!!

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  37. Nancy LJune 29, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Absolutely phenomenal layout Mona! I love all the wonderful mixed media techniques you used! Your layouts are priceless!

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  38. ReneeJune 29, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    It's like Claire designed this set for you and this fabulous pic of your son...
    it's so perfect for it!!
    Another incredibly gorgeous treasure! :)

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  39. LaurieJJune 29, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    Wow, what a fantastic layout! SO many perfect details - the distressing, the shells, the banner, the little bottle sand...wonderful.

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  40. Gale EvansJune 29, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    Fabulous layout Mona! Your shows how talented you are! Absolutely gorgeous colors and blending of mixed media and stamping! Connor looks great too! TFS!

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  41. KarlaJune 29, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    GORGEOUS layout Mona! So much beautiful detail in this one! I absolutely love the banners and the seashells! So breathtaking!

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  42. VeronicaJune 29, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    OMG, Mona this is your most beautiful and detailed layout ever! I absolutely adore it! WOW!

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  43. RobinHJune 29, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Beautiful and so creative! Love these new techniques you used! Amazing results!

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  44. Martha WJune 29, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Beautiful! Awesome LO, Mona! Love the netting and the painted shells! That banner is gorgeous too! One of your bests LOs that I've seen! I would love to try these techniques!

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  45. AnonymousJune 29, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Amazing work of art, Mona! I love the summer beach theme! Pure eye candy!

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  46. Sue Lelli June 29, 2012 at 10:52 PM

    LOVE this layout, Mona! LOVE the bottle of sand and the shells and the shabby banner and the distressing! FAB sentiment and a GREAT photo to create around!

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  47. Stacey PembrokeJune 29, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    Wow, Mona, this is extra incredible! I love the gorgeous color palate and the pretty mixed media textures! The jar of sand and the pretty banner are so pretty! It has such a seaside feel with the shells and the netting. This is my most favorite layout of yours now! Phenomenal! Have a great weekend!

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  48. AshleyJune 30, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    Beautiful layout, Mona! Your best ever! Love the distressed vintage look! Truly inspiring!

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  49. TrudyJune 30, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    Mona, your talents never cease to amazing and inspire! Wow, I love all the elements of this gorgeous layout! The beach theme is amazing and made so real with the pretty shells and the tiny bottle of sand! The distressed edges and the rustic banner give this page so much beautiful character! TFS!

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  50. FionaJune 30, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    Incredible! Love all of your gorgeous details! One of your most gorgeous layouts to date! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  51. Ros CrawfordJune 30, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    I am blown away by this ... Fantastic work!

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  52. Mary ReidelJune 30, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Simply stunning, Mona! Your best layout yet! I really love those pretty painted seashells and the gauze netting! What a great idea! Everything is so well thought out and mixes perfectly with this beach theme! I love the fun photo of Connor too! This is an absolutely priceless keepsake!

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  53. BethJune 30, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Great stamps, magnificent layout, Mona! I really love all the white washing and distressing of those edges! Adds so much!

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  54. Carol MJune 30, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Wow, this is absolutely gorgeous! I really love your work!

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  55. JulieJune 30, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Wow, Mona, this is such a fabulous layout! I love that pretty banner and the bg papers! The seashells and the white washing is so gorgeous! I agree, this is your best ever!

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  56. ShellyJune 30, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    Love this beachy theme, Mona! Everything on this layout is perfect! I love those sweet shells and the net! Your pennant banner is so beautiful too! Amazing as always!

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  57. MelanieJune 30, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Oh wow, Mona, this LO is gorgeous. I love this pretty stamp set. Your LO really shows off the usefulness of this pretty collection! Your details are so stunning! TFS!

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  58. Stacey YoungJune 30, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Oh so beautiful Mona.....thankyou for sharing with me (and everyone else)!!!! It looks fantastic and love the PP you used too:) Hugs x

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  59. TumbleweedJune 30, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    Mona, you are just blowing me away with these incredible layouts! Love the gorgeous blues and the awesome sea shells! And I just adore the little bottle filled with sand!! Perfect!

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  60. gracescraps@gmail.comJune 30, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Mona, such an amazing LO!! Love the distressed look for this fab beach photo!! ~ Blessings

    http://gracescraps.blogspot.com/

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  61. LucyJuly 1, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    Love the shabby vintage seashore look of this beautiful layout! The banner and the pretty white washing is so pretty! Love the shells with the cheese cloth and the little bottle of sand! Great job showing these stamps!

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  62. ConstanceJuly 1, 2012 at 1:48 AM

    Mona, this is magnificent! Love the painted shells and that gorgeous banner! Connor looks like a true surfer guy! You obviously put so much love and time into this incredible layout! Claire must love seeing her stamps used so creatively!

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  63. Jan HirschJuly 1, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    Stunning!!! Love all the mixed media and beautiful colors!!! This is so creative and inspiring! It's all in the little details and your details are phenomenal! TFS!

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  64. KellyJuly 1, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    OMG, Mona, this is beyond gorgeous! Such a stunning mix of techniques! I love the textures and the whitewashing and distressing! Beautiful DP and gorgeous mix of colors! That banner is so pretty! And, of course, I love the photo of your surfer boy! What a masterpiece!

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  65. DottieJuly 1, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Shouldn't somebody be paying you A LOT to be making cards like this? You are so creative. The colors on this card are so soft and gentle, but yet "summer" to the max. Love this card.

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  66. snowbearJuly 1, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    Beautiful layout and fantastic color scheme.

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  67. 1CardCreatorJuly 2, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    This is really gorgeous Mona! Love the tattered flags too!

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