Stamping Week!

Take your crafting to a new level with American Crafts stamps! We make everything you need for your stamping projects - from embossing powder and heat tools to wood & acrylic stamps, date rollers, and ink! You're going to love the projects this week featuring stamping! Allison Waken and Patricia Roebuck have some fun layouts and cards to share with you all today:

WHEN YOU WERE SEVEN by Allison Waken

Supplies: White (71273) - Cardstock, Wishbone Paper (35969) - Lucky Charm, Novelty Paper (35974) - Lucky Charm, Pretty Poppies Paper (35966) - Lucky Charm, Tender Tessa Paper (35912) - My Girl, 24 Die Cut Shapes (85626) - Bits, Kitten Black (53448) - Thickers, Document Wooden Alphabet (59173) - Stamp, Noteworthy (59170) - Stamp, Calendar Stamp (59174) - Stamp, Roller Stamp (59175) - Stamp, Capture Embroidery Stencil (63070) - Yes, Please

HAPPY TRAVELER by Allison Waken

Supplies: White (71273) - Cardstock, Treasure Corrugated Paper (35948) - Yes, Please, Silver Glitter Paper (71511) - POW, Sunny Savannah (35910) - My Girl, Organize Accent & Phrase Stickers (42364) - Remarks, Noteworthy (42367) - Remarks, Goodness Wood (53458) - Thickers, Lucky Charm Roller Stamp (59177) - Stamp, Phrases & Icons Jar (59178) - Lucky Charm, Aspire (59172) - Stamp, Noteworthy (59170) - Stamp

SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM CARD by Patricia Roebuck

Supplies: Smooth Cardstock (AM71563) - 12x12 Dark Kraft, Textured Cardstock (AM710-81) - 12x12 White, Thoughtful Paper (35934) - Yes, Please, Dreamy Paper (35947) - Yes, Please, Share Paper (35930) - Yes, Please, Elements Mixed Buttons (85630) - Amy Tangerine, Wooden Alphabet Stamps (59173) - Amy Tangerine, Noteworthy Acrylic Stamps (59170) - My Girl, Acrylic Stamps (59172) - Aspire Amy Tangerine, Remarks Matte Puffy Accents (42362) - Sugar, Remarks Accent & Phrase Stickers (42364) - Amy Tangerine, Remarks Soda Pop (42361) - Fabric Stickers, Remarks Accent & Phrase Sticker Book (42367) - Amy Tangerine, Foam Dots (61709) - This to That, Adhesive Dispenser (AM617-11) - This to That, Knock Outs (63014) - Knock Outs, Stamp Marker (62609) - Cricket, Stamp Marker (62618) - Grapefruit

COME FLY AWAY WITH ME CARD by Patricia Roebuck

Supplies: Remarks Accent & Phrase Sticker Book (42367) - Amy Tangerine, Premium Ribbon (58869) - Yes, Please, Noteworthy Acrylic Stamps (59170) - My Girl, Acrylic Stamps (59172) - Aspire Amy Tangerine, Acrylic Stamps (85653) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Adhesive-backed shapes (85650) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Tiny Matte Puffy Accents (42366) - Yes, Please, Textured Cardstock (AM710-81) - 12x12 White, Corrugated Paper (35949) - Yes, Please, Collector Paper (35975) - Yes, Please, Noteworthy Paper (35963) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Stamp Marker (62615) - Mustard, Stamp Marker (62609) - Cricket, Stamp Marker (62600) - Black, Embossing Powder, Grapefruit (27135) - Zing!, Embossing Powder, Aqua (27143) - Zing!, Embossing Powder, Mustard (27137) - Zing!, Foam Dots (61709) - This to That, Adhesive Dispenser (AM617-11) - This to That

ON THE GO by Patricia Roebuck

Supplies: Smooth Cardstock (AM71563) - 12x12 Dark Kraft, Textured Cardstock (AM710-41) - 12x12 Vanilla, Noteworthy Acrylic Stamps (59170) - My Girl, Acrylic Stamps (59172) - Aspire Amy Tangerine, Acrylic Stamps (85653) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Stamp Marker (62601) - Charcoal, Embossing Powder, Grapefruit (27135) - Zing!, Embossing Powder, Aqua (27143) - Zing!, Embossing Powder, Mustard (27137) - Zing!, Stamp Marker (62609) - Cricket, Stamp Marker (62618) - Grapefruit, Tiny Matte Puffy Accents (42366) - Yes, Please, Corrugated Paper (35949) - Yes, Please, Doting Dots Paper (35964) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Collector Paper (35975) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Dreamy Paper (35947) - Yes, Please, Perfect Paper (35932) - Yes, Please, Commit Paper (35929) - Yes, Remember Paper (35925) - Yes, Please, Please, Large Tags (85656) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Screenprinted Clothespins (85664) - Whittles, My Girl, Spiral Bound Daybook (35988) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Printed Chipboard Stickers (42391) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Details Dimensional Embellishments (85625) - Yes, Please, Premium Ribbon (58870) - Dear Lizzy Lucky Charm, Bits Die Cut Cardstock Shapes (85626) - Yes, Please

Want to win an assortment of current American Crafts stamps?!? (Actual prize may vary from the images shown)

Leave a comment on this post letting us know what your favorite thing about stamps is and we'll randomly choose one lucky person to win! Leave your comment by Friday April 25th 2013 and the winner will be announced with that morning's post. Thanks!

Comments

[Ellie Augustin]

OH another week of AWESOME! Can' wait to see all the fun way to use stamps bring on the fun.

[Tatiana]

My favorite thing about stamps is that I can create many different projects by using only one stamp by changing ink colors or embossing powders.

[Julia]

I stamp on the background of my pages and often I do use stamped images or letters as diecuts. But most af all I love to individualize cards with the stamped name of the recipient! Thank you for the chance to win!

[tammy b]

what another great week this is going to be, yay! i love stamps because you can customize anything and make it your own!

[Angela a]

I love the versatility of stamps and how can easily change the color and texture! great projects today!

[Cheryl Leong]

thanks for the chance!

cheryl131091 at yahoo dot com

[Margie Visnick]

Wonderful layouts and cards! I love your stamps!

[Maria]

I just love stamps! I love that movement, stamping! And that they change with color.

[karen k]

I love how one stamp set can be used in so many different ways. And, the ability to add your own personal touch to each and every creation by combining different elements of the set. Thanks for sharing your beautiful projects and the chance to win.

[Kailash]

I love the versatility of stamps and how each project can be created differently. Colors and textures can be added to change the design each time. Thanks for the chance to win !!!

[ShellyJ]

looking forward to you awesome week of stamps!

[Sabrina]

How it can add so much detail and interest in a nanosecond :)

[NinaS]

I love the versatility of stamps and how each project can be created differently.

[Bethany Becker]

I can't wait to see the rest of the weeks inspiration. I love how versatile stamps are and how different they can look on different projects.

[Michelle B]

I love being able to make stamps fit so many different layouts by just changing ink color.
Michelle B

[Amanda Johnson]

I love the fact that you can use your stamps for so many different things. Basic stampling, altering paper/embellishments, creating your own embellishments, adding texture, layering, so many more! Thanks for the chance!

[laurie lariviere]

stamping is so perfect because you buy them once and they last forever and you can change colors, I love to stamp on layouts and cards! thanks for the chance to win!

[chel]

I just love the versatility of stamps- there are just so many possibilities. And they are super-fun to use :)

[Charo]

I love stamps!!!. Thanks for the chance!

charo

[Sheryl Coe]

I love the movement that is available with stamping, and that I can always do things MY way! my color, my style...love them!

[tammy K]

I like adding that extra layer to my projects :)

[Tarren Young]

I love how versatile they are. I have been using a lot of my stamps for dates lately, and I especially love some of the "grungier" style stamping for my boy layouts, since I have a 3 year old son. It would be awesome to win some of those Amy Tangerine date stamps to add to my collection.

[lesley]

i love stamping - i have quite a few and use them for the outside of envelopes to help dress up a store-bought card in a pinch, stamp a gift tag, add character to a quick note to someone, etc. i love that you can stamp just about anything to add to it as well as creating your own things from scratch.

[Nicolle]

I love the versatility of stamps. Thanks for the giveaway!!

[youngmi]

stamps are such a great investment! i don't feel as guilty when i splurge on stamps since i know that i'll use them over and over again. i definitely need some new ones so thanks for the chance to win!

[Julianne Singh]

I love being able to layer stamps to create a unique feel. I frequently cut my stamp out and pop it up with some foam for an extra "pow" effect

[jengd]

I love the versatility of stamps- you can make cards, scrapbook pages, embellishments... and rarely is there only one use/theme for a stamp.

[Brenda A.]

I love using masks and markers to create layers with stamps. Thanks for the chance to win.

[Sue McRae]

Stamps are just so versatile. They can be used over and over again for all sorts of occasions but the most fun thing is that there are tons of different techniques to use with the stamps.

[AnitaP]

Love that you can customize a page with stamps by changing the color, etc. Thanks for the chance to win!

[Cilla]

I love that stamps are so versatile and can be used for so many projects!

[Sharon R.]

I love to use stamps on my cards. I never have to worry about where I want to position an image since they are not restricted like punches. I use them on the outside and inside of my cards then on the envelope. I would be so thrilled to win this awesome giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity!

[Nancy]

Wow! Fantastic stamps! I love the versatility
Of stamping you can use it on, cards, scrapbook
pages, home decor, clothing.... Well you get the point.
:D thanks for the chance to win!

[Barb Wagar]

My favorite thing about stamps are their versatility in use. I can stamp any color I like, I can ink any region of the stamp I like or I can stamp just about anywhere I like. I can use them in cards, gift wrap, scrap book pages and a multitude of other crafts.

[Miriam Prantner]

My favorite thing about stamps is that you can use them over and over (as opposed to stickers/other embellishments) and that there are so many techniques you can use them with.

[Sandi Pressley]

I love to use stamping and was limiting myself to just stamping on cards but now I am using my stamps on many of my Project Life inserts and even on my traditional layouts. I would lovw to win your giveaway. Thanks for the chance.

[Alinor]

i love stamps!! especially how they help me turn a basic background onto something truly unique!

[Claude Campeau]

I love that we can change the look of a stamp just by changing ink colour :)

[Diana Waite]

BEAUTIFUL work ladies!

[Cindy Groh]

My favorite thing about stamps is the many different techniques you can try with them. Stamps are the staple of my paper crafting.

[Kris Wolffis]

I love stamps! I make cards that mostly go in the mail and stamps are the perfect way to add texture, pattern, color and layers without adding bulk.

[Linda J]

I am a beginner with stamping, but being able to position them anywhere on the page, and select any color is a huge plus for me. Thanks for the chance to win.

[Melinda Wilson]

Stamps are so versatile and can be used on so many different things!

[Serena H]

Ohh, I love how you can use stamps over and over again across different projects. And if you're like me, and tend to use one stamp for multiple layouts before moving on to the latest stamp, you'll see which layouts were created at the same time. And if you create layouts in a non-chronological order, the stamp kind of acts like a mini-timestamp.

[Shannon A]

My favorite thing about stamps is that you can use them over and over again on so many different types of projects, and they can look totally different each time with different colors of ink and texture of papers. Thanks for the giveaway!

[Kristin Spurlock]

The best part about stamping is the huge range of techniques you can play with. Lately I've been trying coloring with watercolors. Neat results!

[helen]

wow what a great giveaway! I love stamps on about every project from cards to layouts and home decor, it's just so fun and different each time by changing ink or embossing powder or gesso or paint : fabulous!!

[Andrea Garland]

What I love about stamps is that you can make backgrounds or embellishments with them. You can color and personalize them.

[Lorraine Melin]

Stamps are versatile embellishments that don't break the bank! Love that they can be used again and again!

[Jennifer O]

I love adding a stamped phrase here and there on my layouts to help convey a message.

[judy s.]

The paper and consumables of a collection get used, but the stamps are used time and time again.

[Natalie (QSOgirl)]

The thing I love about stamps is that I can use them over and over again in a million ways and they never run out!
Thanks for the awesome giveaway. Looking forward to all the inspiration this week!

[Kayla F.]

I love using stamps in my project life. They add to the design but don't add any bulk to your project. You can use them over and over again so they are a great investment!

[Carla Hundley]

Stamps are so fun to use.
You make your own look with
each one you use.
Carla from Utah

[Elizabeth Karst]

I love stamping!! I'm fairly new to the craft but I love doing it!! These are some seriously awesome crafts!!

[Sara L.]

I love stamps because I can use them as much as I want. They are great for creating matching card+envelope sets :D. I absolutely love the Amy Tangerine Stamp sets and also Dear Lizzy collections. I love this week's topic! :)

[Cindy deRosier]

My favorite thing about stamps is that they are endlessly reusable and thus a great bargain. They're also so flexible - you can use them in so many different ways, customize a look with different colors or treatments, etc.

[Marcia Scantlin]

I like that you can customize your colors and look. And now my favorite designers have their stamp sets that have the cute icons like their stickers. But once you use your cute sticker, it's done and you have to buy more. Not with a stamp. It's yours forever.

[Mollie]

I love that stamps can add just the perfect finishing touch. They ate also great at filling spaces where I don't want added bulk:)

[Cynthia B.]

I love that you can get so much bang for your buck with stamps. You can use them for all sorts of projects again and again!

[Niina]

I love that I can reuse them and alter by coloring, embossing, paper piecing and what not how they look. Stamps are always new that way... :D

[Stacy Hamby]

I love that I never run out of the letters I need when I'm using alpha stamps and that I can choose any color I have.

[Carol Mc]

Love the featured projects. My favorite
thing about stamping is how a stamp
can be used in multiple ways.

[Deja S.]

I am a mom with little free time and I love how I can quickly change the feel and appearance of my Project Life album with stamps.

[Sarah M]

I love the versatility of stamps...you can use them in so many different ways and use a lot of different techniques and they will look different every time! Love all the stampy inspiration! Thanks for the chance to win!

[Kathleen]

What a great theme for this week! I would love some inspiration for how to use my stamps!
I love stamps because you can decide which colour to stamp with and thereby make it fit any project and colour scheme :)
Thanks for the chance to win!

[Staci Jones]

I love how they are so versatile. You can use ink, embossing powder, glitter, flocking. There are just so many possibilities!

[Robin B.]

I love the versatility of stamps, you can do so much with them!

[Sue D]

I like the versatility of stamps and that you can reuse them.

[Christine cleary]

I love that stamps are so versatile and that you can use any collie you want with them.

[Amber R.]

I really love the versatility of stamps, you can stamp just one image or stamp it multiple times, you can ink them up, paint on them, or even water color them.

[jackie r.]

my favorite thing about stamping is definitely the fact that they are so versatile!

[Carol B]

Awesome projects, thanks for the ideas!

I love stamps because they are so fun to play with. You get to use different types and colors of ink and even emboss with them.

Carol B
ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

[Becs Attwood]

Great theme & gorgeous projects today. My favorite thing about stamps is that the possibilities are endless - one stamp can be used to create so many different looks just by using different ink colors or techniques.

[Andrea Kuenzel]

i love that they are so versatile! thanks for the chance!

[Gayle P]

I love the imperfect perfectness of stamps, they are fun to use and the way the image turns out is always a surprise!

[Brenda]

I love how just changing the colors used changes the entire look and how mixing stamps gives such a customized look to my projects!

[Shanita K.]

Stamps are so versatile. Even just stamping in different colors can get you a whole new look.

[Jen]

Love the flexibility of stamps... Only limit is the color!

[Debbie]

Love to use stamps to personalize everything, from different colors to embossing to coloring just parts of the stamp design you want to use!

[Brooke T]

To me, stamps are great because they're so versatile. From being the main focal point or base to being the finishing touch with even just a date stamp, stamps are one of my go-to products. I love the variety of stamps AC offers. Thanks so much for the chance to win!

[Kelsey]

I love stamps because of their value! You can use it over and over again, but only have to pay for it once to use it in a hundred different ways!

[Mandy S.]

Staing allows the design o be any color and placed anywhere. It also gives dimension when you emboss.

[Tsabhira Darkflower]

Big fan of stamps because they turn something stiff and formal into something that looks impromptu... even if it's not. It's an artsy look even for people who can't draw.

[Shereen]

My favorite thing about stamps is the flexibility, being able to use them in different ways with different colors and products... they're my favorite!

[Vicki F]

Love that they can be used as a one dimensional element or that they can be used to add dimensional layers simply by stamping, "fussy" cutting and adding a pop dot. Also love that my two little daughters have so much fun playing with them and I don't have to worry about them "using them up"! Ha, ha, selfish Mama!

[Mandy Kay Starner]

Beautiful projects from the team! I love to see how people incorporate stamps into their creations.
My favorite thing about using stamps is that you have a million different ways to make them new for each project.

[Kim Warne]

I love the versatility that stamps offer...I use them on all almost all of my papercrafting projects.

[Ana Paula Paes]

I love the possibility of customizing my projects using stamps. There are so many ways to use them!

[Carmen N]

I love that I can use them in a variety of cards and other projects.

[stacie d]

I love using my stamps to add missing elements to my layouts. I love arrows, triangles, or chevrons lately in any stamp design.

[serena]

I love stamps because they keep on giving. Being able to use them over and over again with different colour ink and as background elements or focal elements. love it!

[Lori]

I love that stamps can make something plain so very pretty!

[Brooke]

I love that you can use them time and time again in many different ways. I enjoy it as a challenge!

[julie Gastelum]

the versatility of the projects I can create with them.

[Bernice J]

My favourite thing about stamps is that they are so versatile. I can ink them, spritz them in a variety of colours, as well as emboss them. And they turn out differently each time I do!

[Ondina Kamala]

i love stamps!! the versatility that stamps offer and how they help me turn a basic background...Thanks for the chance!

[Maeghan M.]

My favorite thing about stamps is that I can use them over and over again!!! TFS!

[Macy]

My fave thing about stamps is the ability to customize the look of it

[Стокли]

Stamps are something I can use over and over and the result doesn't look the same. And they are perfect to add a little something to pages.