Getting to Know You :: Lisa

Happy Halloween everyone! We have a special treat for you today! We've reached the last interview in our "Getting to Know You" Peachy Keen Designer series. We hope you've enjoyed learning more about each of these amazing women who make our stamps sparkle & shine!

Lisa Buttafuoco has been a blessing in our PK DT family. She is one of the most thoughtful, caring people you will ever meet but also won't hesitate to tell you how she feels about something. That balance makes her a fantastic friend! Innovative and inventive, Lisa is always testing uncharted waters, creating from an imagination that is only limited by the time constraints of tending to two toddler daughters! Here's how Lisa answered her questions for this week!

How long have you been a designer for Peachy Keen Stamps?
I have been on the design team since the Summer of this year. When I was asked to join the team I about fell off my chair. I was so excited but then I panicked!

How would you describe your design style?
I am laughing because I am not sure what my style is!! Whatever is in my crazy mind at the moment. But I do like to do some fun things that will put a smile on someone's face.

What is your FAVORITE Peachy Keen Set?
No fair! This is a hard question..I couldn't just pick one!! I do find myself using the Everyday Character Faces all the time and I love the Winter Peekers. When I saw the PKS Monster faces I just giggled and fell in love. I think I can go on and on with my favorites. Honestly when I think I have my favorite Kathy comes out with even more to knock my socks off. I

Besides stamping, what other crafts and hobbies do you enjoy?
I am an avid cooker, all day and night. I truly enjoy cooking and would cook all day if I could. I just HATE cleaning!! One of my favorite things to do is take left overs and make a whole different meal with things people would normally throw away. When I need something that I don't have, I make it myself. The bus stop is in front of my house and the kids come off of it and if I am outside they yell "Miss Lisa, any goodies today?". It makes me smile to make people happy.

Who inspires you?
First and foremost my kids. But I also get inspiration from the oddest places. I will be dressing my kids and just stare at them and admire what they are wearing and the next thing I know I jump up and run into my craft room to write down my idea before I forget it. I just love the patterns in children's clothing.

You're asked to get crafty in a room with absolutely no supplies -you can bring five tools. What do you bring with you?
My Paper cutter, cardstock, Cricut Expression, white gel pen and of course oodles of glue!

What is your crafty space like?
You don't want to know. I have moved it 2x's and I still keep growing and growing with all of my stuff. I don't get alot of time in my room and never get to pick up from the project before. I have to climb over things at times. I have a huge scrap room with several tables but I work out of a small 12X12 space. One day I am going to be on the TV show Hoarders!

What is your favorite music to play while creating?
Depends on my mood. Sometimes I put on the top 40's, and other times I just bop along (thank goodness no one is watching) to 80's or 90's music.

Here's Lisa's favorite PKS project she's created as a DT member (it's OUR favorite, too!!!)

Let's Face it Fridays - Week 4

Happy Halloween weekend, everyone! We want to thank everyone who participated in our Week 3 Challenge! That's right, we are just four challenges into our new "Let's Face it Friday" feature! If this is your first time joining us, please look at the information on the right for a complete set of rules. I don't want to leave anyone out of the fun!

I am so excited to announce our TOP 5!
The winner from Week 3's "Let's Face it Friday" is.......

14. Claire Langan!!

Claire's wreath was OUTSTANDING! Please contact me for your prize & blinkie! :)

The remaining amazing four are...

11. Amanda B
20. Cathy M.
8. Saundra
7. Jamie Greene
21. Vianney
Please contact me for your blinkies!

It's always SO hard for us to choose a TOP 5 because everyone is always SO creative! Please keep spreading the word about this {fairly new} challenge!
Our followers are the most CREATIVE group of ladies!

If you are familiar with our Tuesday challenges, you know that we don't require you to add our famous "face" stamps onto your project, or use a Peachy Keen Stamp at all! We wanted to keep it open to all who wanted to play.

However, for our "Let's Face It Friday" Challenges, please note that a Peachy Keen face stamp must be used on your project. This is your time to SHINE and show us how creative we know our customers are! Please also be sure you are linking to your blog post with your project, not just your blog. We offer a challenge each week so whether you own our stamps or don't, there is always a chance to play along! ;) If you don't currently have any Peachy Keen Stamps, join us on our FACEBOOK page for exclusive giveaways and up-to-the-minute links to blogs we sponsor {where you can win}!

So who's ready for a NEW challenge?
Here's what you gotta do:

1. Create a winter holiday ornament {Christmas, Hannukah, whatever you celebrate!}
2. Use your Peachy Keen Faces
3. Link your project before 11/11 {Mr. Linky will close 11/10 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific}

Just LOOK what our talented DT has whipped up for inspiration this week!

Kim

Heidi Anne

Joanna

Erin

Ruth Ann

EDIT: Forgot the most FUN part! The giveaway!
One winner will receive an assortment of
BRAND SPANKIN' NEW (not released just yet)
PEACHY KEEN PRE-CUT CHIPBOARD SHAPES
and Coordinating STAMPS!
How cool is THAT?!

Good luck everyone!

****WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED 11/13***

Mister Linky's Magical Widgets -- Easy-Linky widget will appear right here!
This preview will disappear when the widget is displayed on your site.
For best results, use HTML mode to edit this section of the post.

Peachy Keen Stamps :: Getting to Know Samantha

Samantha Casey has been crowned the "Queen of Scenes" in the Peachy Keen Design Team, and once you take a peek around her blog, you'll see why! ;) We are so lucky to get a few glimpses into Samantha's colorful imagination! We all say if only we could spend one day in her mind...

How long have you been a designer for Peachy Keen Stamps?
I have been designing for Peachy Keen since May 2010.

How would you describe your design style?
I would have to describe my style as imaginative and detailed. I try to create a story in all of my cards and projects.

What is your FAVORITE Peachy Keen Set?
I love a lot of the Peachy Keen stamp sets, it is very hard to choose just one. I would say my favorite is “faceless fruit”. That was one of the first stamp sets I owned, and I have used it for many cards.

Who inspires you?
I find inspiration from my family, friends, artists, designers, and life itself. I find it inspiring when people create projects with pride and confidence, and are not afraid to be different.

You're asked to get crafty in a room with absolutely no supplies -you can bring five tools. What do you bring with you?
I would bring stamps, ink, copic markers, cardstock, and my x-acto knife.

What is your crafty space like?
My crafty space is a large section in my basement. Everything is organized and can be found easily when needed.

What is your favorite music to play while creating?
I actually don’t listen to music when I am crafting, I usually have the television on.

Here's Samantha's FAVORITE Peachy Keen project she's made! {We ADORE it, too!}


And here's one of our favorites from Samantha! Aren't these two the cutest couple ever?!


Thanks for stopping by, everyone!
Come back next Sunday to read more about Lisa!

Peachy Keen Stamps :: Getting to Know Emma

I owe a huge apology to Emma and our readers for not posting this on Sunday! I am not sure what happened - all I know is that I just put an alarm on my phone for all future blog posts!! ;) Sorry guys! Here is Emma's Getting to Know You:

Emma of My Creative Time is a wonderful addition to our team, and when we saw the projects she began making with her Peachy Keen Stamps a few years ago, we knew she'd be a star! With two DVDs and an exciting blog where she teaches you how to use your Gyspy, there's nothing this girl can't do! Join Emma for her "Throwback Thursdays" - dusting off your older Cricut cartridges to make something new & fresh!

How long have you been a designer for Peachy Keen Stamps?
For 11 BEAUTIFUL months now!;)

How would you describe your design style?
I would describe it as, clean, original & Fun!

What is your FAVORITE Peachy Keen Set?
TOO MANY to mention, but if I had to have just ONE set, it would be "Everyday Character Faces Asst"!
Besides stamping, what other crafts and hobbies do you enjoy?
I love to Cook!

Who inspires you?
My Family & good friends!;)

You're asked to get crafty in a room with absolutely no supplies -you can bring five tools. What do you bring with you?
My "GYPSY" Girl, Cricut, my Polka Dot paper, my White Gel Pen & my Zip Dry Glue!

What is your crafty space like?
My space is cozy, comfy, crafty & PERFECT!

What is your favorite music to play while creating?
Old School! Especially my Prince;)

In your own words...

I don't know about all of you, but for some strange reason, all of my Creative Juices start flowing late @ night! I usally don't go to bed until after midnight EVERY night! hehehe!
I use to ALWAYS go to my favorite blogs & just admire everybody elses work & always say to myself "I wish I was that good!" Until one day I finally realized that I just need to focus & have confidence in myself! That's EXACTLY what I did! Then I discovered Peachy Keen Stamps "MY LIFE CHANGED"!!;) It was My personal mission to start a blog, which I did last year in July! All I can say is that I am VERY LUCKY to have been noticed & chosen to be on this AMAZING company's design team! I always tell my boys, if there is something in life you want, DO NOT GIVE UP! It may not happen right away, but it will eventually!;)
BIG Peachy HUGS to all of You!;)

We asked Emma to show us her favorite Peachy project, and here it is!

This one was in her email, too, but coincidentally, it was also OUR favorite! ;)

Come back next Sunday to learn more about Samantha! :)

Peachy Keen Stamps Challenge 39 :: Wrap It Up

Good morning Everyone! You guys are creating jaw-droppers each challenge, and it is getting tougher and tougher to choose winners! Thank you for all your beautiful entries, know that we enjoy looking at each and every one! We have another Peachy Keen Challenge for you today, but first, we need to congratulate our Challenge 38 winner and 4 Runner Ups!

Our WINNER for Challenge 38 is...

54. Saundra (Luv Scrapping Together)!!!

Saundra, please contact me for your badge & prize!!

Amazing craftiness here in the remaining TOP 5 ...

46. Claire Langan

29. liz

9. Linda Lapotka

17. irit

Ladies please contact me for your badges!

And now onto our NEXT CHALLENGE! We're so privileged to have a Guest DT today:

Lauren from Lauren's Creative!!

Lauren has been entering (and WINNING) so many of our challenges, we just had to take her on as a Guest DT - her designs are simply STUNNING! Take a peek at her blog for inspiration OVERLOAD!

Speaking of inspiration overload, let's see what she and the rest of our DT did for today's challenge!

***************************************************************

THE CHALLENGE:

Create elements used in wrapping a gift. There are no limitations, if you have Peachy Keen Stamps, you are encouraged to use them!
Ideas for elements are: tags, gift wrap, gift card holders, and note cards. :)

Please link your blog post URL to Mr. Linky by October 31st.

There will be TWO random winners this time, (only one entry per person, please) to receive

One of our Peachy Keen/Cottage Cutz die sets - your choice of one!!

{The amazing DT Samples this week are BELOW}

Viv's designed this lovely, wintry gift bag using {Chill Baby Chill} that makes me (dare I say it) wish for snow!

Lorie has knocked our socks right off with this Halloween bag she crafted using our new Halloween dies {Ghosts & Bats}!

Janice has created such a wonderful and heartfelt way to give a gift card! To create these sweet holders, used include our{Lil' Gingerbreads}& {Christmas Tag Minis} and {Snowflakes}!

Nikki's gift card holder is pretty in plaid (and I love me some pretty plaid!!) and colored just gorgeously! She used {Snowman Winter Greetings}.

What a beautiful birthday bag Emma has designed! This would be sure to bring a smile to anyone's special day. She used some of our {Simple Sallies} & {Cutie Pie} faces!

Samantha's amazing and created this DELIGHTFUL fall notecard set. She used {Happy Bird and Phrases}, {Fall Fun Pumpkins}, {Simple Sallies} and even our {Polka Dot Backgrounds} and {Sweetie Pie Peepers} to create this adorable custom set!

Wow! Lisa has outdone herself with this GORGEOUS stationary set - complete with boxes, tags and more! She used {Snowman Peeker}, {Snowflakes} and more! Check out her blog for more pictures!

Lauren's sweet gift bag is just what someone needs to warm them up from the chilly days! I love the bright red and white mixed with the kraft - LOVELY! Lauren used our super-versatile {Critter Faces} for her reindeer and her snowflakes!

What crafty gift wrap will you create?

Mister Linky's Magical Widgets -- Easy-Linky widget will appear right here!
This preview will disappear when the widget is displayed on your site.
For best results, use HTML mode to edit this section of the post.

Peachy Keen Stamps :: Let's Face it Friday - Week 3

Hello everyone! It has been so much fun looking at everyone's entries and seeing what inspires them! On our last "Let's Face It Friday" Challenge, we asked you to celebrate the things that inspired you. Some of our entries were so sweet and others touched our hearts!

Our Random Winner for Week 2 is: 

9. Stacy A!

Congratulations, Stacy! Your Gymnast Layout was SUPER cute! Please contact me for your prize and badge! :)

We made this week's challenge SO easy & SO much fun!

Create a home decor item based on a harvest/fall theme. 
Use your Peachy Keen Faces on your project 
Link your project by 10/28 (only one entry per person, please)
Winner will receive:

CottageCutz Pumpkin Trio (one of our new thin metal die sets)
Entries will be judged, and we will award a "TOP 5" blinkie to the 4 runner ups.

So whaddya say? Come play along with us, we love to see what you create!

Here are our designer's creative inspiration projects. I love them all!

Kim's super sweet Teddy Scarecrow candle jar was made with Tear Bear! You'll have to go to her blog to see her other jars, they are SO cute!

Heidi's so-sweet-it-can't-be-spooky tree was made using Simple Simon and Simple Sallies faces!

Who wouldn't love being greeted by Erin's adorable wreath? She used Snow Cuties, Simple Sallies, and Dolly Dumplins.

It sure is Pumpkin Time! I love Joanna's wall hanging she created with our Pumpkin Faces and Rag Doll & Teddy face parts!

Ruthie is so great at showing us Snow Cuties aren't just for the snow! They look perfect on these Harvest pumpkins!

Mister Linky's Magical Widgets -- Easy-Linky widget will appear right here!
This preview will disappear when the widget is displayed on your site.
For best results, use HTML mode to edit this section of the post.

Peachy Keen Stamps :: Getting to Know Nikki

Sassy, funny, entertaining and above all, CREATIVE! ALL perfect words to describe the power house that is Nikki. She cranks out ton of projects each month, and we are so PROUD to have her showcasing our Peachy characters & faces. {Wanna know what I mean by funny - she made a SPIDER PIG card!! Ha ha one of my faves!!}

How long have you been a designer for Peachy Keen Stamps?
I have been lucky to be part of the Peachy Family since the end of November last year. It's almost my one year peachiversary! Yeah!

How would you describe your design style?
I guess I'd have to say fairly "cutesy".

What is your FAVORITE Peachy Keen Set?
Well this is just a mean question! LOL...I LOVE them all, but if you MADE me choose I'd have to say Everyday Character Faces...AND...Nikkity Knack Cat Gang for obvious reasons!

Besides stamping, what other crafts and hobbies do you enjoy?
I love to crochet, cross-stitch,bead,make ornament covers, and I LOVE to play with my Cricut Expression and Gypsy!

Who inspires you?
All my Peachy sisters of course! They are ALL MEGA TALENTED and I sometimes feel like giving up after seeing their amazing creations! Apart from them...I find inspiration EVERYWHERE...be it a billboard, magazine, or a city bus sign INSPIRATION ABOUNDS if you just keep your eyes open and "see" it!

You're asked to get crafty in a room with absolutely no supplies -you can bring five tools. What do you bring with you?
PeachyKeen Stamps OF COURSE!
Kraft cardstock
paper trimmer
white gel pen
my cricut expression

What is your crafty space like?
It is "mobile". LOL... I have a craft room, but I feel stuck back there...so I do most of my crafting at the kitchen table.

What is your favorite music to play while creating?
I really don't listen to music. I almost always have some outrageously CHEESY lifetime movie on! Come on, you know you watch em too! Fess up!

We wanted to know what Nikki's favorite Peachy Keen project was and she said she loved this one the best {we love it, too!}


Here's the one we chose {and it may look just a wee bit familar ;)}

Thanks for stopping by - stop back again next Sunday, and we'll fill you in on how Emma answered these questions! Have a great week, everyone! :)