Holly Anderson
Cheerio, fellow crafters! Today marks the official beginning of the 2012 Olympic Games in London! Are you all set?
I’ve talked to several friends who say they’re ready to deprive themselves of sleep to stay up watching the Olympics this year. I’m a bit stoked myself. Oh, what fun!
So, to get you all in the spirit of the games, here’s a card that our very own Susan Opel made; I thought it quite fitting.
Cheerio Card by Susan R. Opel
And I bet you don’t know which issue this little gem comes from. It is published in our newest special issue, Card Design Handbook! Actually, it isn’t on sale quite yet, but don’t you worry; it will be soon!
If you’ve ever wondered about the “rules” of design, you’ll want this first-of-its-kind special issue. We’ll show you how to creatively combine colors from all segments of the color wheel and explain basic design concepts like the rule of thirds. You’ll also learn elements of different styles, from fun and cute to classy and elegant with everything in between. There are hundreds of project ideas using these design lessons so you can practice your newfound skill on cards, bags, tags, wraps, home décor, and more.
Yep, this is an awesome issue, and it will be a fantastic resource for years to come.
In fact, here’s a little sneak peek in the meantime: a look into the Table of Contents!
Look forward to seeing it on newsstands on or before August 7th and in our online store within a few days.
But back to the Olympics! Who are you excited to see? Which athletes or countries are you looking forward to rooting for?
Thanks for checking in!
Hee hee! My card! Thanks, Holly!
I love the diving and swimming and track & field and gymnastics events, but I also like tennis and archery, too!
USA! USA! USA!
What a great card Susan! looks like another great issue coming out too. I love the Olympics and of course “GO USA” and Finland – I like the Scandinavian countries too. The field events like Javlin and the swimming I love!
Cracking card Susan! Love the bling!!! I love watching the gymnastics!! All those wee bendy folks are incredible!
Basketball!!!!! GO team USA!!!!!
Oh, I so need this magazine!
I, too, enjoy the Olympics. I always tell myself I’m going to limit myself, but I get caught up in the track and field, then the gymnastics, then the wrestling and the basketball and cycling, yada yada yada.
It’s always fun to see someone go the extra mile to make a card that is so stunning and way more time consuming than I have time to do. Lovely card, Susan! It’s plain to see from just the Table of Contents that this is not going to be just another card and papercrafting magazine. I’ll keep my eye out for it!!
Woo Hoo! Yea for you, Susan! (And, I gotta get this issue – been waiting for this!!!)
Susan-
Great card and so appropriate for today–thanks Holly. I love watching the gymnastics and swimming. Go USA!!!!!!!!!
Love，Love this card!
Susan rocks, and so does her card! LOVE all that pretty bling. My favorite part about the Olympics is the gymnastics. So excited for that! My daughter (who is 4) is starting gymnastics in the fall, so I’m really excited to show her that.
Susan’s card is wonderful!!! Gotta love some bling.
Fab card, Susan!
Excited to see the Swimming, Gymnastics and Tennis.
GO USA, USA, USA !!!
Fabulous card Susan, thanks for sharing it Holly! We will be watching almosy every sport, my hubby is huge sports fan, honestly is nerve racking for me but I enjoy watching the swimming, and track events.
I actually don’t watch the Olympics, I know, I am lame. But I just wanted to say how ultra FABULOUS the card is! I LOVE the flag “BLING”! I think I will definitely need this mag in my repertoire!
Awesome card! And, I will definitely have to purchase this special issue – this is a fabulous idea to give us more ideas and help us learn how to balance, color, and create
My favorite part of the Olympics is everything! Love the Opening Ceremonies, all the events, all the way through to the Closing Ceremonies! I love it during the closing ceremonies when the athletes don’t come out by nation – but they come out in groups of friends and colleagues. That is what it is all about! Let’s get our games on !!!!
Wow, Susan’s card is a looker!!!!! And this new issue sounds like exactly what I’ve been looking for! Great idea, I’m sure you’re right – it’s gonna be a big hit!
Pretty! So blingy!
Oh Wow, I can’t wait to get my hands on this book.
Team USA!! I love watching the Olympics!
I thought the opening ceremonies were fantastic-love that dry British humour.
Cute card and the handbook looks like it will be awesome to have.
I have watched the opening ceremony, and thought it was so well done.
I will be cheering for New Zealand (of course)
Yep, that’s one fabulous card! The bling is perfect! I spy my card in the TOC.
I am in love with this issue–it is so cool!
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