Sunday, April 26, 2009

Kazan's Sketch 25 & DT Farewell




Who would have imagined that 3 months would fly by so quickly but that has been the case here, especially for us working with such a fabulous team. The 2S4Y Spring Design Team has delivered the most gorgeous cards week after week. Their enthusiasm and amazing talent has been on display for the past 3 months for your inspirational pleasure and we are really going to miss them. Please join us as we bid farewell to your 2009 Spring Design Team.


Berdien


Berdien has been one of the loyal 2 Sketches 4 You players from our inception in June 2008. Her amazing talent and cards are instantly recognizable through her signature style. We love her quiet enthusiasm and her ability to make the products shine! We will miss you Berdien but look forward to continuing this journey with you as you become a 2S4Y Alumni. Groete & Liefs!


Dawne



Dawne has a very impressive resume yet she is one of the most humble & kindest people we have met. Her quiet yet impressive nature shines through in her work and we love it! Another very loyal follower of 2S4Y, Dawne is no stranger to challenges and fabulous cards. We know we will see a lot more of her work out in cyber-land and on magazine pages. For now we are happy she is part of our 2S4Y family and look forward to having her part of this group for many more sketches to come! Hugs to you always!


Ewonne


Ewonne has a dynamic personality that matches her gorgeous work. Always funny and ready for a challenge. We loved working with her and could not wait to see what 'Ewonne' touch she would add to a product each week. Her work is undeniably stunning and it has been a pleasure having her on our team. We will miss you Ewonne but look forward to seeing 'Ewonne Favorites' for weeks & weeks to come. Hugs to you our friend!


Julie


When we first laid eyes on Julies work we were smitten. She is such a talented cardmaker with such a range in creativity that we were instantly blessed to have her on our team. We will always consider Julie a friend and someone that will be part of 2S4Y forever. Always a kind word, always enthusiastic no matter what the demand ;) Julie you are the best! We will remain loyal followers of your work here and on the printed pages. Hugs to you from us!


Lulu


Lulu (Laura) has virtually shot to fame, it seems overnight! We were drawn to her amazing talent and the most beautiful cards imaginable! Seems we were not alone because suddenly everyone seemed to recognise Lulu too - from 2 Peas to magazines galore. We are thrilled to have you on our team, to be part of your success and to get to know the very cute & funny cardmaker behind all that talent! We loved having you on our team and we look forward to seeing a lot more of your work here & everywhere for years to come. Hugs to you from all of us!


Bonus Sketch & Card



This week the bonus sketch and card is brought to you by the very talented Savitri. Those of you who are fortunate enough to know Savitri know that she is an amazing ball of energy and passion which she brings to her cards and photography. She is very talented and super witty & funny too. You can see more of Savitri's fabulous work on her blog: Scrappin and Stampin with Savitri. We look forward to continue to see your work here and of course catch glimpses of your fun life on facebook. Hugs to you from all of us!

Card of the Week Sponsor

Norsk Stempelblad AS


It seems only fitting that as we bid farewell to this seasons Design Team we welcome a brand new sponsor who also happens to be a very talented designer from our first design team: Aashild Ruud. Aashild and her business partner Annie are the publishers of Scandinavia's first rubber stamping - and scrapbooking magazine. For unique and original rubber- and clearstamps, Cut Out cards and rubons with Norwegian text visit their online store: Web Shop

Our Design Team was fortunate to work with gorgeous rubber stamps from their own inhouse design team. Their products are unique, fun and have that European flare that add that special something to your cards - we loved working with this product and am sure you will too!

One lucky cardmaker will win their very own sheet of umounted stamps from:

Norsk Stempelblad AS

How to Enter:

• Please provide a link to your card by posting it on this thread
• Deadline for all entries: Saturday May 2nd at Midnight (US Mountain time)
• Your card should be based off the sketch provided and can be of any theme
• The winning card will be announced as the Card of the Week on Sunday, May 3rd at 2 Sketches 4 You.
• International Cardmakers are welcome to enter.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that submitted a card for the Summer Design Team call. The standard is very high as we go through some of the most beautiful applications received to date. We appreciate your interest in our blog and look forward to seeing your work here for weeks to come.

Hugs Kazan & Your Outgoing yet Fabulous Spring Design Team.

Gallery

Your Cards For Kazan's Sketch 25

Card of the Week & The Fab5!

During the past two weeks Kazan and I have seen the most fabulous cards imaginable, not just in our gallery but also for our Design Team call. We are amazed at all your talent and creativity that keeps showing up week after week. This week was no exception as every card in the gallery radiates pure artistic talent. Thank you to our new fabulous sponsor Wicked Princesses!  This week the following cards do deserve a special mention, so please join me in congratulating...


Card of the Week

Maureen



This card belongs on a magazine cover. It is so well made and so inviting that even in the simplest of elements you will find the most darling details (take another look at those stunning flowers and crisp green leaves). Maureen we love your work and your blog, My C.A.S.E. Studies is filled to the brim with inspiration - thank you for sharing with us this week! Please email me your details so that I can send you your goodies.


Fab 5!

Boni
Carina
Laurel
Glee
Shaz



What Caught our Eye this Week...

We really appreciate you all taking the time to make cards with both the main sketch and the bonus sketch and sometimes the cards you make with the bonus sketch are just too amazing not to mention a second time. This is the case with Erin's Bonus Sketch card. It is so divine so we thought we would share once again




Well folks another week of fun and creativity has passed and here at 2 Sketches 4 You are work has only begun as we try and attempt to narrow down the mound of entries for our Design Team to only 6. Wish us luck *wink*

Have a wonderful Sunday!!
Hugs
Laura and your Amazing Design Team

Monday, April 20, 2009

Laura's Sketch 24 & Design Team Call




While we are lucky to still have a few more weeks to enjoy our Spring Design Teams work we are busy pouring over the beautiful entries for our Summer Design Team call. Remember you still have all of this week left to apply for the Team. We have 6 spots vacant for the next talented group of designers and it could be you ;) You can find all the details here:

2 Sketches 4 You Design Team Call

This week our Fantastic Design Team once again brings you fantastic inspiration for your viewing pleasure. Each one of them were fortunate enough to work with the fabulous Basic Grey kit provided by our sponsor: Wicked Princesses and they did a wonderful job demonstrating how versatile these kits are.


Berdien



Dawne



Ewonne



Julie



LuLu



Savitri



Bonus Sketch & Card
Ewonne Ek




Ewonne's work is instantly recognizable as she brings her beautiful whimsical style into her cards and projects. Her bonus sketch is filled with possiblities for all levels of cardmakers - and one I certainly hope to try this week too ;) Her card is a stunning example of her sketch but if you require further Ewonne inpiration take a look at her fabulous blog: Through My Eyes
Ewonne you rock ;)

We would love to see your interpretation of Ewonne's sketch however, you are only required to make a card based on Laura's sketch 24 to be eligible to win the prize for this week.



This Weeks Sponsor



Wicked Princesses is a scrappy site for everyone who loves kits. They take the guess work out for you !! Whether you’re a beginner or a self confessed scrap addict, their kits offer a wide range of variety and their specialty are BOY kits – No pink, frills or flowers to be found there, just a true boy kit is all you’ll get. Go and take a peek, you won’t be disappointed. Why not sign up for their newsletter and be the first to see their May previews. And make sure you visit their gallery for plenty of inspiration too. Oh yes and they have the cutest inspirational blog too ;)


Has donated this awesome card kit
to the lucky winner of
Card of the Week




How to Enter:

• Please provide a link to your card by posting it on this thread
• Deadline for all entries: Saturday April 25th at Midnight (US Mountain time)
• Your card should be based off the sketch provided and can be of any theme
• The winning card will be announced as the Card of the Week on Sunday, April 26th here at 2 Sketches 4 You.
• International Cardmakers are welcome to enter



Let the Creativity begin!

Hugs,
Laura & Our Fantastic Design Team!



Gallery
Your cards for Laura's Sketch 24
Anja* & Bonus Sketch*
Betty* & Bonus Sketch*
Chloe*1st Timer*

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Card of the Week & The Fab5!

Good Sunday morning! I had the privilege to take over for Kazan this week while she attend the Spellbinders design team retreat in Phoenix Arizona! We hope you are having fun Kazan, we miss you! :) We have the best participants here at 2S4Y! Thank you to all who entered. Also a huge thank you to our sponsor DeNami Designs!!


Card of the Week

Pol 'ka4ka


I think this card is simply breathtaking! The simplicity of the color choice is brilliant! Very well done. You can see more of Polina's talent on her blog:


Thank you for inspiring us Polina! 
Please email Kazan your address to she can get your goodies out to you! 



Fab5



Tomorrow brings a new sketch & a brand new sponsor to 2S4Y! You wont want to miss out! 
Also remember to get your applications in for your chance to be on the Summer DT here at 2S4Y!

Hugs,
Laura & Kazan along with Our Uber Talented Design Team!

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Kazan's Sketch 24 & DT Call



DeNami Design Stamps:
Pansy Sprig,
Congratulations Script,
Pansy Garland

I hope you all had a wonderful Easter Holiday and I am sure you will all be as inspired to create as I was when I saw the fantastic inspiration from our Design Team. We are so fortunate to have 6 talented ladies that produce the most gorgeous cards week after week. I personally love receiving their cards in my email box - it gets me all motivated to create something new and fabulous!

We do still get to enjoy our Spring Design Team for a few more weeks but the time has come for us to find our Summer Design Team. If you would like to be part of a fun group of talented cardmakers and possibly get to work with goodies from our Sponsors then please send in your application because Laura and I can't wait to see who will be the next 2 Sketches 4 you Summer Design Team...details at the end of this post.

Our uber talented Design Team did get to work with DeNami Design Stamps and once again they gave us their best.

Berdien

DeNami Design Stamps:
Thank You


Dawne


DeNami Design Stamps:
For My Sweet Friend


Ewonne



DeNami Design Stamp:
Large Daisy Blossem



Julie



DeNami Design Stamp:
Happy Birthday Script


Lulu

DeNami Design Stamps:
Baby Boy
Baby Script


Savitri


DeNami Design Stamp:
Sand Castle



We would like to welcome back one of our favorite sponsors: DeNami Design. This gorgeous company has a one stop online store for all your stamping needs, including: a delicious variety of stamps, accessories and goodies to make any one of your projects shine. They have also recently launched their new Online Shopping Cart - it is fun, easy and has a wishlist feature which we love :)

has donated this fabulous prize pack for the lucky winner
of

Card Of The Week



How to Enter:

• Please provide a link to your card by posting it on this thread
• Deadline for all entries: Saturday April 18 at Midnight (US Mountain time)
• Your card should be based off the sketch provided and can be of any theme
• The winning card will be announced as the Card of the Week on Sunday, April 19th here at 2 Sketches 4 You.
• International Cardmakers are welcome to enter



Summer Design Team Call

For those of you patiently waiting here are the details for our Summer Design Team Call:
2s4Y is seeking 6 fun, talented and creative Designers to provide unique and inspiring interpretations of our sketches each week. Previous design team experience is not necessary and this call is open to both U.S. and International card makers.

The new Design Team will make it’s debut as the 2 Sketches 4 You Summer Design Team during the first week of May and run for a period of 3 months with an option to extend for an additional 3 months.

How to Apply:

Create TWO original cards based on both Kazan and Laura's Sketches. We would love to see one card based on Kazan's Sketch and one card based on Laura's sketch.

The Sketches and more information can be found here:

email inquires to:

or

Applications will be accepted from Monday April 13th until Saturday Midnight April 25th, 2009 (U.S. Mountain time)

We would love to get to know you and see the scope of your work so please continue to participate in the gallery over the next two weeks. We look forward to receiving your applications.

Thank you & Good Luck

Hugs Kazan & The super cute Spring Design Team

Gallery
Your Cards for Kazan's Sketch 24