Wednesday, October 7, 2009

The Cat's Out of the Bag!!!

Yay, I can FINALLY spill my secret!!! I am going to be Papertrey Ink's Distinguished Guest Designer for October and November! To say that I'm honored is an understatement. ;) When Nichole emailed me, I almost fell out of my chair. I just adore anything and everything PTI. I drool over the new releases every month and am always amazed by the super talented design team. I can't believe I get to play along with them for these next couple of months!

To celebrate, Papertrey is giving away 'Anabelle's Favorites'. Here is what you can win. These are definitely some of my favorite 'go to' products when I'm designing.



(I'm trying to get a bigger graphic, but for now, click on the image to see it more clearly.) The prize package includes... Damask Designs, Polka Dot Basics 2,In Bloom stamp sets, Kraft, Lemon Tart and Sweet Blush cardstocks, Lemon Tart and Sweet Blush buttons, and some Aqua Mist swiss dot ribbon.

You have until 7am EST Friday, October 9th to post a comment here and be eligible to win this prize package. Please play nice, only one entry per person. One winner will be randomly selected at the close of the contest and announced on the October Release Winners page before noon EST the same day.


So, in honor of tonight's announcement, I thought I'd leave you with a few of my favorite PTI cards. (You may have seen a couple of these before.)

This one uses Damask Designs along with two of my favorite PTI colors - Aqua Mist and Lemon Tart.




I used the Simply Stationery Set along with Melon Berry, Aqua Mist and Dark Chocolate on this one.




The lighting on this one is lousy, but you'll get the idea. I used Star Prints and Polka Dot Basics on here.




And this last one uses Tags for Easter and Mega Mixed Messages.



Thanks so much for stopping by and for celebrating my big secret with me! Have a great day.

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scrapfancy said...

Congrats!! Look forward to enjoying your Blog. We do love Papertrey alot...

Rachel Bosworth said...

Congratulations! I am new to your blog and I am looking forward to all the new inspiration. Thanks for the chance to win your PTI picks.

Darla said...

Congrats--looking forward to seeing your PTI creations!!
dar.sieb at gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Anabelle! That's absolutely exciting! You're cards are GORGEOUS! Love, love, love them!

Unknown said...

Congrats to you - I can't wait to see more of your work over the next couple of months.

Deanna said...

Wow your cards are stunning! And you do shabby chic so well! Oh and your favs rock btw! Congrats!

Tammy said...

I Love your style! Congratulations on being a Guest Designer. Looking forward to more creations from you!

Jastyl said...

Congrats on being a distinguished guest designer at PTI! I love your design and color choice. Best of luck! Thanks for the inspiration!

Jenn said...

Congrats Anabelle! I'm looking forward to seeing some more of your beautiful work!!

Laura said...

Congratulations -- it sounds as if this "appointment" is a match made in heaven. And thanks for the chance at this heavenly giveaway package! :-)

Anna Swanson said...

Congrats on being chosen as PTI Designer. Love your pairing of melon berry and aqua mist with chocolate... but then everything goes with chocolate!

Terry (aka flipfloplady) said...

Congratulations!
I am an anxious to see the great cards you are going to create. I have added your blog to my favorites.

Jen Carter said...

Welcome to PTI! They are such an awesome company! Your blog looks fabulous! Can't wait to see what you create!

Regan said...

well that is great news...aqua mist is totally one of my favs as well

CONGRATS

Erika said...

Congratulations! Can't wait to see your designs...your work is FABULOUS!

Christine said...

Congratulations on being the guest designer at PTI. I love your cards. Everything about them is so pretty. I can't wait to see what you come up with next. xoxo, Christine

Unknown said...

Yay for you!

Gorgeous, gorgeous creations!

(-: Heidi

Paulina said...

I'm so happy for you! Thanks for having such great "go-to" picks! :)

Vicky H said...

Congratulations! The cards are beautiful. I am looking forward to seeing your designs.

Briana said...

Wow, beautiful cards. Congrats!!

Dotty said...

Congrats, I just love PTI products. Looking forward to seeing your designs.

daisykl said...

Congratulations! I've been enjoying checking out your site - love your designs and now that I have you as one of my favorites, I'll be checking back everyday.

Carisa said...

Oooh, pick me pick me pick me!!!! haha - wow, what an honor and I can see why - your work is AMAZING!!! I love that style but can never quite pull it off myself. Looking forward to seeing more of your fabby chic stuff!

Lori Renn said...

Congratulations, Anabelle! Your cards are stunning, everything you do is perfect! Oh, and I LOVE Papertrey Ink!

Smriti said...

Congratulations Annabelle and thanks to you as well as PTI for the wonderful blog candy!

Kelly M. said...

Beautiful work! Can't wait to see more of it!

Lisa J said...

Congratulations to you! What an amazing giveaway... please pick me! :)

Thanks!

Michelle W. said...

congratulations on being chosen as a PTI guest designer! I look forward to seeing more of your inspiring work. Thanks for the chance to win some great PTI sets:)

Mel said...

Congrats...you and PTI together will be FABULOUS. Thanks for the chance to win some of my PTI favorites that I haven't been able to buy yet!

Kristie Larsen said...

You are amazing and its so great to see you get to play along with all things PTI. CONGRATS!!!

miriamdaniels@sbcglobal.net said...

Congrats! I can't wait to see what you design. I love Papertrey too! Aqua mist is one of my faves. Thanks for the chance to win.

Miriam

Tabitha said...

Congratulations Annabelle! I am very excited to see some more of work and your blog is so inspiring!

licketysplit said...

PTI has such beautiful images and you do such wonderful things with them. I am so looking forward to seeing more, more, more of you work.

sandra m. said...

Congrats! PTI is the best. Cant wait to see your designs.

family gal said...

Congratulations! I'll never seen your work, being new to blogging so I'm excited to see your creativity! Thanks for a chance to win those great prizes!

Jen Cuthbertson said...

Congrats!! I can't wait to see your new PTI designs!! Yay!

Millie said...

I love your color choices! The cards are beautiful and I am so glad that you are part of the PI team!!

scrapping4twins said...

Congratulations! Your cards are beautiful!

Elizabeth S. said...

Congratulations on being a Guest designer at PTI. I can't wait to see your creations!!

Kathy said...

Congratulations! Can't wait to see your Papertrey projects, sounds like fun! Love your samples. I'm a Delaware girl, too. Living in NJ right now though.

Unknown said...

Congratulations! How exciting! You make such beautiful cards and layouts, I can't wait to see what you have in store for us in the upcoming months!

Shay said...

Congratulations on being the Guest Designer for Papertrey Ink--it is a such a winning combination! I love your blog and follow it and your published work with enthusiasm. I am especially excited to see your projects for the next two months!! Thank you for the chance to win.

Michelle said...

So exciting!!! Congratulations! I am looking forward to seeing your fabulous creations!

Robin said...

Congrats! What beautiful cards.

Christine said...

Fabulous work as always, and huge CONGRATS, Anabelle! How wonderful to know that you'll be featuring more of PTI's products these next couple of months! I will be looking forward to seeing all of your projects!

Kamie said...

Love your style and love the favorites you've picked out! I'm excited to see what you create over the next few months!

Nancy S said...

Congratulations! And welcome. I love your color combos and look forward to seeing more of your work.

Suellyn S. said...

Congratulations! Your cards are beautiful.

Sharon Coad said...

That's exciting news! You're designs are absolutely inspiring and no wonder they picked you. I love looking at your blog. And thanks for the opportunity to win goodies. Love PTI.

Rachel D said...

Congratulations! Can't wait to see what you come up with.

Barbara Ax. said...

Congratulations! I am new to your blog and look forward to getting to know your style. I love the designs I've seen so far. thanks for teh chance to win some PTI treats!

Stephanie said...

Love your color and stamp choices! As a regular reader of your blog, I'm so excited to see your PTI creations in the next few months:)

Connie F. said...

Congratulations Anabelle! Your cards are beautiful.

Thanks for the chance to win!

Melissa said...

Congratulations Anabelle! I think I'd be a nervous wreck going from PTI fan to guest designer! Have fun!

Beth Watson said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I have admired your work through your blog here for some time now and am excited to see what wonderful creations you will share. Thanks for the chance to win some PTI goodies!

Angy said...

Can't wait to see more of what you do with my beloved PTI sets. Congrats on being a part of the team for a couple of months. Love your style.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! Can't wait to see more of your beautiful, inspiring cards. Have fun!

Dizzy Broad said...

Congrats on being selected as distinguished guest designer! Your creations are so gorgeous and elegant! Can't wait to see what else you've got in store for us in the next couple of months!

Unknown said...

Congrats! PTI has such great products. Thanks for the chance to win a few!
M

Unknown said...

love the aqua mist with the lemon yellow! congrats and looking forward to seeing all your papertrey goodness!

Sara said...

Congratulations! I am looking forward to see more of your work.

Jodie said...

I'm looking forward to seeing your PTI designs over the next couple of months.

Sue McRae said...

How wonderful to be a guest designer at PTI! Congratulations!

Jane said...

It was just a matter of time!!! Congrats! You so deserve it!!! I too love everything PTI!!! Looking forward to your projects!

Lacy said...

Congrats - can't wait to see what you come up w/ in the next few months! Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

How exciting for you to be picked as a designer. Am looking forward to scrolling through your blog. I am sure I will find inspiration therein. And also brill that we have a chance to win something from Papertrey which we drooll (? spelling)over anyways. Good luck with your time in the design team. Petal x

Cathygel said...

Congratulations!
Thanks for inspiration :)

Stef Perry said...

Wow, congratulations! I love your style and look forward to checking out your designs in the next two months.

Tabby Caudill said...

Congrats! Can't wait to see your projects!

Kim M said...

Your cards are absolutely stunning, I can't wait to see your DT designs!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! Great choice in products.

Unknown said...

Welcome! Your work is beautiful. Can't wait to see your designs in the next couple of months. Love the items you selected for your giveaway. They seem to reflect you so well!

peg said...

What lovely work you do. I put your blog in my favorites folder!

Jeni said...

Congratulations on being the guest designer for October & November! I look forward to seeing more of your work.

michelle in mi said...

What a wonderful blog you have! I'm excited to be introduced to someone as creative as you! Looking forward to seeing more of your fabulous creations!

HollyC said...

Hey Anabelle,
Congratulations on becoming a PTI guest designer. I have never visited your blog before and am excited that i found it. Your cards are so amazing. Thanks and I look forward to seeing more of your wonderful creations.

Jenn said...

Congratulations! You have a dream opportunity! Good luck and enjoy!

Theresia said...

Congrats, PTI makes such a nice articles you want it all, you are a lucky person but you also deserve it, your cards are all beauties, can't wait to see more

Lynn (toomanycrayons) said...

congratulations on the design hot spot :) the paper color combos are delicious !

tfiskers said...

Your cards are beautiful! WOW! I am so inspired since I have your favorite stamps :) Thanks and congrats!

Stacy Cohen said...

Your cards are gorgeous!!! Congrats on the guest DT stint, Anabelle!

Jennifer said...

Congratulations! I love your creations.

Oralia said...

Congratulations!! I am soooo happy for you! Can't wait to see more of your delightful creations made with PTI stamps!

judy samples said...

Oh, if i could only be so lucky....


Jutta

Linda w said...

Congratulations Anabelle on being Papertrey Ink's Distinguished Guest Designer for October and November. Your work is stunning and I am sure you will be an inspiration to many in the next few months and beyond.

thanks much

stampcatwg said...

Congratulations to you! I look forward to seeing more of your work. Have a great day!

whitesharkbite said...

Wow! Good job! Enjoy your stint as guest designer - looks like you deserve it.

Unknown said...

Congratulations! I look forward to seeing all the fabulous stuff you post over the next two months!

Kelly Elliott said...

What a great honor. Congratulations to you!

Iris said...

Congrats! Look forward to seeing all your creative work.

whoistracy said...

Wow, congrats!!! To say I'm surprised would be a lie. Your work is gorgeous and this is so well-deserved. Have fun!

Anonymous said...

Congrats! So excited to see your creations for PTI in the next couple of months!! Your cards are fantastic!! Thanks for a chance to win!! Monica J.

Hquinzelle said...

Congratulations! I love PTI products also and look forward to seeing what you do for them!

connie said...

congrats Annabelle! I can't wait to see your work for PaperTrey. Your work is beautiful!

Kerry said...

Congratulations Annabelle! I follow your blog and just love your soft and pretty style! Gorgeous cards...can't wait to see all your designs for PTI!

Prairie Scrapbooking said...

How exciting for you. I can see why they chose you. Your work is stunning!!! Congrats. Thanks for the chance to win.

Marisa said...

Beautiful cards! Can't wait to see what you create the next two months.

MaryBB said...

Congrats on your guest stint with PTI! Your style is such a nice match with the talented PTI group's. I'm looking forward to seeing your new designs in the coming months.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on the honor! I'm looking forward to seeing more of you beautiful work.

jkstiles77 said...

Congratulations, Annabelle! Can't wait to see more of your work. Welcome!

Cindy said...

All of your work is just gorgeous, and I woud love to win! Thanks for doing this.
Congratulations on your PTI opportunity.

Brenda Weaver said...

Congrats! How exciting! I love your work and I love Papertrey Ink. The two of you together will be amazing!

Michelle said...

Congratulations Anabelle! PTI couldn't have picked a better, more qualified person for the spot! I can't wait to see more of your creations.

Denni said...

Congratulations! I love your work!

Shawn Klinkner said...

Congratulations Anabelle!!! So excited for you! And looking forward to seeing all the PTI designs you share with us. You have such a beautiful style - love it!
Dana K.

Bev LoPinto said...

Hi Annabelle and congratulations! It's my first time at your sight and I can tell it is going to be favorite. I'm looking forward to seeing all of your PTI creations. Enjoy your next couple of months...

Unknown said...

Love the Lemon Tart and Aqua Mist colour combination and looking forward to following you and your work. Congratulations on your PTI appointment.

Alison said...

Congrats Anabelle! Your work is beautiful and you definitely deserve this honor!

Gwen Lafleur said...

Congratulations! I can't wait to see all your projects... I love your style!

Elizabeth said...

Congratulations!!! I've been reading your blog for a couple of months now and I really love your work!!! I can't wait to see your PTI projects!!!

Mindy said...

Congratulations! Love the color combos that you've come up with. Looking forward to seeing more of your work.

Erica said...

Congratulations! I can't wait to see what you have created for this release.

Anonymous said...

So fun to see what you've been up to Papertrey style! Congratulations!
Thanks for sharing!
Michelle Benoit
heart2heartstamper@yahoo.com

April Z said...

I'm so excited to discover your blog! I can see why you've been picked as PTI's guest designer ~ your creations are amazing!!

Sue Lelli said...

I am so excited for YOU and for US! Your creations are stunning and I look forward to your new designs! CONGRATS!

Whimsey said...

CONGRATULATIONS - you are so deserving! I look forward to your creations and thanks for the chance to win!

yvette said...

Congratulations now I have one more blog to follow thanks Yvette

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on having this honor! I am excited to see more. Your cards are beautiful and inspiring!

Kari D said...

Yeah! Such a wonderful style! I can see that you are going to tempt me into buying more PTI stamps like Nichole and her other artists (as if they weren't enough!) Welcome to the crew! Can't wait to see more of your cards in the next couple of months!

Annheidel said...

Congratulations! :) I love your first two cards - the aqua and pink ones. So elegant!

Kari D said...

Yeah! Such a wonderful style! I can see that you are going to tempt me into buying more PTI stamps like Nichole and her other artists (as if they weren't enough!) Welcome to the crew! Can't wait to see more of your cards in the next couple of months!

Patty O'Malley said...

Congratulations! Can't wait to see your designs.

Unknown said...

Congratulations. How exciting. I like your cardmaking style-a little shabby and feminine.

Kay said...

What FUN!! Your creations are amazing and I always love to admire them!! ♥♥ Kay

Alyssa Pappas said...

These cards are just gorgeous! I simply cannot wait to see what else you have for us later in the week! Congratulations :)

Nicole Becker said...

So happy that you have joined the Papertrey team. They have beautiful colors and stamps and your card designs will make it all pop.

akishome said...

So excited for you. I've always admired your work.

TammyButz said...

These cards are beautiful. Congratulations and can't wait to see what else you create!

Lisa said...

Congratulations on your great news! And thanks for the chance to win your favorites.

Laraine R said...

Congrats!! I can't wait to see what you come up with!!

Moriah M said...

What wonderful creations! Congrats on your Papertrey coup!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations and so glad to see you a part of one of my favorite sites, PTI, and great designers. What a great set of PTI goodies to win!

jean quincy said...

This will be fun to see how you integrate PTI into your designs.

Unknown said...

Great news! I love following your blog and will love to see all of the wonderful things you will do with PTI! Congratulations :)

Jessica Canham said...

Congratulations! I love your style and your cards are beautiful. Can't wait to see more of your work with PTI products. You picked some of my favorites to give away!

Harriet Hensley said...

Congrats and I look forward to seeing your wonderful creations... thanks for this opportunity to win...

Lori said...

Congratulations! Your cards are just gorgeous and I can't wait to see what you have in store for us.

Cassi said...

Hooray Anabelle,

I'm looking forward to your work as a Distinguished Guest Designer. You have absolutely fabulous style!

Best,
Cassi

Anonymous said...

Congrats!!! Can't wait to see what you create!

Anonymous said...

That's so great you get to share your stuff with PTI! Thanks for choosing some pretty products for the goodies! Have a fun and look forward to seeing more from you! :-)

michelledstamps said...

Congrats! How exciting! Beautiful cards, can't wait to see more!

Kimberly said...

Congrats to you!. I've been browsing your blog and look forward to seeing more or your work.

Heather said...

What a wonderful opportunity for you - Congrats! It's soo exciting to meet someone new and even more so when I love their designs.
Thanks for the chance to win some fun PTI goodies!

Anonymous said...

Congrats..I had never visited your blog until Nichole's post today, LOVE your work..

Lisa Smith said...

Anabelle how exciting and fun! Congratulations! Your cards are so beautiful. I can't wait to see more of your designs. Enjoy.

Lisa S

terri said...

Your cards are beautiful and I love everything Papertey

Natalie Simmons said...

Your style is amazing. So glad we can enjoy you these next few months in the PTI spotlight.

lorena b. said...

Anabelle so happy for you! Your style will really knock'em out!

Dawn said...

Congratulations! What an honor to be asked to design with the PTI team. But from what I've seen you can definitely hold your own!

Pegg S said...

Congratulations !!! I enjoy your blog and am SO excited for you. I can't wait to see your PTI projects!

Kim J. said...

Amazing cards, Annabelle! I can't wait to see more of your work. Congrats on being the guest artist!

annesatx said...

These are just lovely. You have a very delicate sense of style that is so appealing. I can't wait to see more of your PTI projects!

kelly said...

I read your blog regularly. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

Nancy B said...

How exciting for you and all of us. Just love your shabby chic cards and your way of layering, adnorment and textures - how lucky we have you joining the PTI superstars for the



next two months!

Heather Chabries said...

Your work is lovely, congratulations. I can't wait to see more.

Lisa Gunther said...

I've enjoyed your work elsewhere and now with PTI! Congratulations.

Heather said...

Congratulations! I just discovered PTI recently. Look forward to seeing what you can do. : )

Christine said...

Wow, congratulations! What an honour! Look forward to seeing all your PTI creations!

Gwen said...

Congratulations Annabelle!
Your creative work with PTI stamps in beautiful! It will be wonderful to see more of your work these next two months! Have fun and enjoy! I love seeing what is new on Nichole's blog-now I have a new blog to keep an eye on! Bes wish always!
Gwen

Joy S said...

I'm so thrilled that you are the guest designer. Of course that's selfish - since I just get to see even more of your fabulous work! Congratulations :-).

Amber said...

Congratulations! I look forward to seeing your contributions over the next couple of months!

Kristy said...

Your featured cards are gorgeous! I love the lemon tart and aqua mist combo. I am so excited to see what you will create for PTI in the next few months. Congratulations!

Deborah said...

Aqua Mist & Lemon Tart together is beautiful. I never would have thought to pair them up...see, you've taught me something already!

Anonymous said...

Congrats on your guest DT spot! I love your work and would love to win these goodies! Thanks for the chance...

Abby:)

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, how exciting! Can't wait to see all of your new creations with the PTI team! :)

Laura said...

Congratulations,Anabelle!! Looking forward to seeing your PTI creations over the next couple months!!

Laura said...

Congratulations,Anabelle!! Looking forward to seeing your PTI creations over the next couple months!!

Suzanne said...

I am so happy, I love your Blog, love your cards and I love Papertrey! Yay. Congratulations. Can't wait to see what you come up with.

Glorie said...

Congrats! Love the cards you showed :)

Amy s K. said...

Congratulations! It will be great to see your work with PTI over the next couple of months. Great color combinations on your designs!

Purrfect Paper Creations said...

Congrats on being the Distinguished Guest Designer for PTI! I'm looking forward to all your wonderful creations. Thanks for the chance to win such a great prize!

Chris L.

Adrienne said...

Congratulations!! So very exciting! Papertrey ranks right up there as far as inspiration goes! Can't wait to see what you come up with!

Penny said...

Congratulations, can't wait to see what you do with such wonderful products.

Kelly said...

Congratulations. Can't wait to see what you come up with.

Bonnie B said...

It will be exciting to see what cards and projects you share as guest designer. What a great idea about a giveaway! Thanks for sharing! (I can't even tell you how much I hope that I win...)

Unknown said...

Wow! I can't wait to see the rest of your blog...which I'll be doing after I leave my comment. Congrats on the PTI honor.

our june bugs said...

Congratulations! Welcome to the PTI Family! I had not ever seen your blog, but have to say I am inspired! Love your style. Can't wait to see so much more from you!

Jacque said...

Congratulations! I've been watching your blog for quite awhile...not really surprised you were chosen.

Unknown said...

Hi Annabelle. Congrats! Loooove your cards and can't wait to see more! :)

scrappingnana said...

Congratulations. Your cards are stunning. What an awesome prize. These are some of my favoirte PTI products that I don't have. Sure would love to win them.
JoAnn (scrappingnana4@yahoo.com)

Sarah Finn said...

How exciting! Congratulations to you! Thanks for the chance to win some goodies.

Michelle said...

Love your frilly style. Can't wait to see more from you this month and next; congrats!

Anonymous said...

Congrats! That's fantastic - you are an amazing designer! Thanks for the chance to win!

Deb C said...

Your work is beautiful and welcome to the Papertrey team.

Mimi H. said...

Congratulations on your new assignment. Can't wait to see more of your creations.

Paula said...

Congratulations! You have some beautiful work here!

Sandy said...

I can't wait to see more of your PTI designs. Your work is lovely.

Linda Beeson said...

That is an amazing honor, Anabelle! I have always just loved what you create with that damask design.

Anonymous said...

congratulations anabelle!! what an honor, i'm looking forward to your beautiful creations. and thanks for the chance to win some pti goodies :)

Shawninaz said...

I absolutely adore your cards. Congrats on hanging out with Papertrey, luv them!

Rita said...

Congratulations, Anabelle! Your cards are beautiful and I will be anxious to see more inspiring ideas in the months ahead.

Charmaine said...

Congratulations! Excited to see what you have in store for us.

Charmaine

Jennifer L. said...

Congratulations on being guest designer! Looking forward to checking out your creations.

Shanna said...

HOLEY COMMENTS ANABELLE!!!!! LOL

And let me pick my jaw up off the floor! Those cards are breataking girl! I wanna be like you when i grow up!

Thanks for sharing your fun news!

Michelle B said...

Can't wait to see what you come up with!

Emily said...

Welcome to PTI, Annabelle. Those are lovely cards, and great choices for favorite stamps sets. They are all on my wish list!!

Tammy Nichols said...

I am so glad I "clicked" on your name from Nicholes' blog! What beautiful inspiration. I am looking forward to seeing more from you in the future!

Takisha said...

Thanks so much for sharing your cards. They are beautiful. I look forward to seeing more of your designs using PTI product.
Again, thanks for sharing!
Kisha

Amy G. said...

I'm excited to see what you'll do with the new release products. I'm just lovin' the fun of browsing (read "drooling over") your work!

Nancy said...

YAY, this is exciting news!! I look forward to enjoying your more of your beautiful designs over the next couple of months!!

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