These items are some of the most creative ones I've seen in 2008. Each of these artists took paper and talent and came up with something memorable. Enjoy! (In no particular order...)
1. Everything Claire makes is a looker, and her Irish lilt always brings a smile.
Claire Brennan's Three Kings Boxes
2. I tried making this Accordion Tag item. Failed! Just gorgeous craftsmanship and design.
Sharon Johnson's JustRite Accordion Christmas Tags
3. This card is another of Julie's "one layer/looks easy to design/but isn't" cards. Her eye for design never fails.
Julie Ebersole's You Send Me Card
4. I took one look at this heart shaped bouquet and knew Lauren would end up on Papertrey Ink's design team. Stunning!
Lauren Meader's Baby Onesie Bouquet
5. I happen to be the lucky recipient of this card. My husband took one look at it and said "maybe if you keep practicing..." LOL Leslie is as generous and kind as she is talented.
Leslie Miller's Watercolored Poppies
6. Is this amazing or what? Jerri's talent is boundless.
Jerri Kay's A Groom's Card
7. Debbie. There aren't many stampers recognized by just their first names. Even my husband knows who Debbie is. She is personally responsible for at least half of my purchases. I could have selected any of Debbie's work in 2008, but these Kinkade cards are even more special.
Debbie Olson's Kinkade Cards
8. Michelle's use of the brayer is unmatched. The shadows on this card are an example of Michelle's artistry!
Michelle Zindorf's Lights and Shadows in the Woods
9. Mel's Tutorials are fabulous and she creates beautiful items with them. And,she gives them out for free! Look at this perfectly made and clever item.
Mel McCarthy's Tool Belt Box
10. All of Cammie's work is beautiful, but this rooster stayed in my mind all year. I love different!
Carolyn King's Paper Pieced Rooster
11. Tracie Hudson's Advent Matchbox Box can be used for things other than Advent. I love this!
Tracie Hudson's Matchbox Box