Monday, November 8, 2010

Happy Harvest - November Get Inked Stamp Give-A-Way!

Can you believe it's November already?!?!

Seems like the year has just flown by.  I know they say that's a sign of old age but I'm tellin you I just do not know where the time has gone.  Seems like I'm so busy living each day I forget to stop and take a moment to reflect.

Well anyway, it's time for another new Get Inked Kit at Queen Kat Designs! This month I designed the stamps with a bit of vintage harvest in mind...

QKD - GI - Nov 10 001

The stamp set contains a sunflower, wheat sheaf and a fun vintage harvest flourish.  I've also included a few nice sentiments ~ Give Thanks, Happy Harvest and Autumn which work equally well for cards and scrapbooks.  Below are the individual projects I created for this months kit using the kit goodies ~ Blackberry Cat's Eye ink pad, Platinum Stickles Glitter Glue and Aged Mahogany Distressed Stickles.  NOTE: each of these projects are included in the project sheet which includes supply lists as well as complete instructions.

QKD - GI - Nov 10 002

QKD - GI - Nov 10 004

QKD - GI - Nov 10 005

Now, I though I thought I'd answer a question I get frequently.... I have been asked how I go about creating the projects I design for each kit... or why most of the projects I make for a particular kit have the same colors/look.

When designing projects for each kit I try to stick mainly to the kit supplies ~ If I use extra items on a project I try to keep them on the generic side for example - plain black inks, simple embellishments - ribbon, brads, etc and plain cardstock.   I virtually never use pattern paper but instead try to create my own using the inks, stamps supplied and some creative techniques. I do this so the projects and techniques can be easily replicated without having to go out and purchase lots of extras.  Yes, I do use die-cuts or border punches from time to time but for the most part I try to stick with basic shapes that can be easily hand cut.

Usually the Get Inked Kits contain one main ink color included in the kit which is what I use on each project.  Also I never use any additional stamps to create the kit projects...only what is included in the kit. This way you have everything you need right there on the sheet of stamps current to the month.  I also try to incorporate the extras into each card ~ for example this month it was a bottle of Stickles and Distress Stickles.  You will see that on each project all three have been incorporated in some form or fashion.

I know this sounds a bit crazy to some people because after all selling more goodies is what alot of kits try to get you to do.  Personally I don't like it when I have to supplement kits with 10.00, 20.00 or more in "extras" just to get my projects to even begin to look like some of these kit "projects" out there.   I have a real pet peeve about this type of marketing ploy.  To me this is a rip-off...if you can't make it with the kit contents plus a few basic supplies then it shouldn't be included in the project sheet. 

It takes a bit more creativity to use a limited number of stamps/supplies to create these projects each month but it's worth it to me.  I like to know that even if you only ever purchase one kit you will be assured you can create the same exact projects included on the project sheet without having to break the bank.

I hope this helps you understand why these kit projects have similar looks and don't look quite like the other guys.

NOW, that being said I would like to share a sheet of the Vintage Harvest stamps with you!

All you have to do to be entered to win is to post a comment about the stamps, projects or my thoughts on creating items for the project sheets.

You have until 11-17-10 to leave a comment.

25 comments:

  1. Love these stamps Roni and it sounds like your kits are great. I agree with you that if I bought a kit I would expect it to have just about everything except maybe ink to do the project!! You have such great talent and wisdom. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. and that is why you are my favorite blog,because it doesnt require extra dollars just to produce a card.some items are basic essentials to always have on hand .
    br3n

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  3. I love your stamps! Your kits are great looking, too!

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  4. Your cards and tag are gorgeous! Love all the glitter you added to your stamps.

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  5. I love all three projects you came up with, Roni! =) Especially the stamp you used for the background, it's beautiful and with a vintage feel to it :)
    And I agree that making sample projects for a kit should include only the kit items + a few basics. That is definitely fair. And it shows that the kit can be used to create so many different looks :)

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  6. Beautiful Cards and Tag! Your Get Inked Kits are Fantastic and so Affordable! I purchased my first kit in September and I LOVED it!
    Have A Great Week! :)

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  7. I love that you design for the end user in mind, not for how the $ will add up for you. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

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  8. I love the stamps. Thank you for making kits that are all inclusive and congrats on the expansion of your family.

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  9. OOh, this is such a gorgeous stamp set. Loving the flourish and the sunflower stamps especially and the glitter added to the stamped images really adds a magical touch to the cards. It's really nice of you to bear in mind the user's interest when designing the kits and projects.

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  10. I like your reasoning. You make awesome stuff too.

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  11. Thank you for the extra thought you put into each kit. I'm sure that many others would echo the sentiment knowing that by the time I save up to buy a kit, I can use what's there to make a great project!

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  12. Like the stamps. I enjoy making cards/projects with Fall theme. Everything included in kits is a plus with me. I've made class kits and always try to put more than enough supplies to have left overs.
    stamping sue

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  13. Always dreamed of doing this...
    You inspire me!
    Thanks

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  14. I really, really like these stamps, especially the wheat shaft. Wonderful that you use the basic essentials for the examples. I think your blog is so great and have learned many things from you. Thank you!!

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  15. Very pretty! I love the colors you used. I just love fall stuff - it's hard to resist. Would LOVE to win this set. Thank you!

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  16. Hi Roni,
    I love your harvest stamps and the projects you created with them! Thanks for sharing with us! Love your blog!
    DeniseB

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  17. I would love any insights on how your beautiful mind works!
    Sandra

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  18. This months stamps are among my favorite..the wheat sheath is particular! It's because of the way you create and the way your mind works that makes coming to your blog that much more special than others!!! Thanks for the chance to win your stamps!

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  19. I like the fact that you make you own printed paper. I can see how easy that could be with this fab stamp set. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  20. Those are adorable!! I would love to add those to my stash, have nothing like that now!!

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  21. I agree if I buy a kit I expect to be able to at least get a similiar project done. Congrats on the new grandbaby. I have 3 and they are my life.

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  22. These stamps are great. I particularly like the wheatsheaf - it is very unusual. Your cards are fabulous!

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  23. I am thankful for your blog. It has given me many ideas to try. I also love your thinking on kits. Getting hints and ideas for many differant ways to use the same stamps is the way to go.

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  24. These are great stamps Roni! the colors are beautiful and I love that you use just a few supplies. thanks for sharing all your talents with us. your plog gives me a lot of inspiration!

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Thanks for your thoughts and comments!