Crafting Confessions: Happy Birthday, Clearly Besotted Stamps! :D

Sunday, 5 October 2014

Happy Birthday, Clearly Besotted Stamps! :D

Hey!

Hip, hip hooray! Clearly Besotted Stamps is 2 today! It's also release day too so we're celebrating in style with a good ol' blog hop full of inspiration and goodies for you to win!

You should have hopped across here from my teamie, Michelle, but if you haven't then please start out at CBS HQ!

Today's card features my most favourite stamp ever from the new release. This trendy sentiment stamp from the set, Most Wonderful just called out to be used with the chalkboard technique that I first found here from the talented Betsy Veldman. I couldn't resist some candy-cane style stripes from the older, Diagonal Stripes set and a sprig of holly from the new set, Little Pudding to balance the design. :)

I'm gonna keep things short and sweet for this post as there's plenty of hopping to be done and prizes to be won! Every blog on the hop has a £20 e-giftcard up for grabs so leave a comment below by 7th October and I'll randomly pick a winner! In addition to this, one randomly-selected comment from all the blogs will win the grand prize of a £100 e-giftcard!

Right, it's time for you to get hopping to my most sweet and talented blogging friend - Laurie Willison! She's guaranteed to inspire you!

Thank you so much for stopping by today and for celebrating Clearly Besotted Stamps 2nd birthday in style! :D

336 comments:

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Lyndal said...: HAPPY BIRTHDAY CB!! Fab stamps & card Aimes!; 5 October 2014 at 10:21
Amanda said...: This sentiment is perfect for the chalkboard technique, makes a lovely statement on the card. Hugs, Amanda x; 5 October 2014 at 10:29
Lyn said...: Oh how I love this chalkboard look <3 beautiul; 5 October 2014 at 10:54
Rema DeLeeuw said...: Stunning! Love that chalkboard technique....; 5 October 2014 at 10:55
Shona Chambers said...: Gorgeous clean, modern xmas card....love it!! Especially that green twine, it looks incredible.; 5 October 2014 at 10:56
Marion said...: Stunning card - as usual.x; 5 October 2014 at 11:05
Selene said...: Wonderful card =); 5 October 2014 at 11:10
Tracy Ercole said...: Gorgeous!; 5 October 2014 at 11:12
Petra said...: love your samples :)

Petra; 5 October 2014 at 11:19
Tracey T said...: Loving this Christmas collection and waiting patiently for 10pm! Tracey xx; 5 October 2014 at 11:22
MyLittleBlueDog said...: Really like the black and white.; 5 October 2014 at 11:23
Patrice said...: Love this - definitely perfect for chalkboard technique!; 5 October 2014 at 11:34
Penny said...: Beautiful card, love the chalkboard effect!; 5 October 2014 at 11:38
Helen J said...: I love the chalkboard technique, it makes for a really modern take on a Christmas card.; 5 October 2014 at 11:48
Unknown said...: I love the chalkboard technique you used. Your card is gorgeous. TFS xxx; 5 October 2014 at 11:49
Sazzle Dazzle said...: Love your blackboard effect Aimes and so thrilled you are joining the wonderful 2nd birthday blog hop. I'm besotted with CBS and loving all this fabulous inspiration. Hugs Sarah x; 5 October 2014 at 11:57
Unknown said...: Love the details you put on. The sprig of holly, the clip and bow.; 5 October 2014 at 12:06
Kate said...: Love the big sentiment a real show stopper and perfect for the chalkboard look :)
Kate xx; 5 October 2014 at 12:09
Jacky said...: Such a great blog hop- so many wonderful blogs full of amazing designs. Love the chalkboard look xx; 5 October 2014 at 12:12
Thordis said...: Love this card! So elegant and classy :); 5 October 2014 at 12:21
jc2711 said...: Love the colour scheme and I must have a go at the Blackboard technique. Thank you for sharing; 5 October 2014 at 12:25
*Ang* said...: Great card Aimes!
I love the chalkboard style sentiment, I think I'll give it a go for my Christmas cards. Love the yellow holly leaves, and paper looks great.
Hugs, Ang x; 5 October 2014 at 12:29
Eve said...: Your card is amazing Aimes and I love the chalk board effect.
The peg finishes it off beautifully.
xx; 5 October 2014 at 12:32
joy said...: These new stamps are really putting me in the Christmas spirit. I love your card; especially the candy cane stripes down the side!!; 5 October 2014 at 12:35
AmandineC said...: So fantastic ! Very pretty cards for christmas !
Thanks for the chance to win !; 5 October 2014 at 12:42
Unknown said...: Fun, cheerful and a chalkboard. Love!; 5 October 2014 at 12:44
furrypig said...: super cute card love the peg and the huge bow!; 5 October 2014 at 12:52
Anonymous said...: Great card, Aimes! The chalkboard really sets off the red and white stripes.; 5 October 2014 at 13:01
Karen said...: Just perfection! Love this card.; 5 October 2014 at 13:03
Kathy W said...: I love the chalkboard sentiment look, too. The little clothespin is a fun touch to a great card. Thanks for the inspiration.; 5 October 2014 at 13:12
Linby said...: Love your card Aimes and those little leaves are the finishing touch.
Linbyx; 5 October 2014 at 13:16
Isabel Z said...: Wow, lovely creation.; 5 October 2014 at 13:16
vicki said...: Great card Amy love this sentiment.
Vicki C; 5 October 2014 at 13:21
Carla Crosby said...: Love the new stamps and as always the blog hop :) I really like the contrast in your card!; 5 October 2014 at 13:23
KandA said...: Fabulous card and that is such a super stamp xx; 5 October 2014 at 13:28
Kathy S said...: Love the chalkboard look and the pin on top, really makes it look traditional.; 5 October 2014 at 13:29
Marianne said...: beautiful card Amy ...as Always
xxx
Marianne; 5 October 2014 at 13:30
Carola said...: Hi Amy

The chalkboard technique looks great with this sentiment stamp and I like your card very much. The diagonal stripes and the sprig of holly look very good, too.

Kind regards
Carola; 5 October 2014 at 13:30
craftyb said...: Well I just LOVE this card!! so clean and fresh and uber trendy!! Perfect amount of detail!!x; 5 October 2014 at 13:33
Ina Good said...: like chalkboard look with your sentiment is fab!; 5 October 2014 at 13:33
Maggie said...: Hello Amy. What a wonderful card showing off Stephanie's great stamps. I hope she's had such a lovely time seeing what everyone has come up with. Congratulations to all concerned as it's been a fantastic hop. Can't wait till tonight. x Margaret Col.; 5 October 2014 at 13:33
Jo said...: Love the chalkboard technique, the holly & berries just finish it of perfectly 😀; 5 October 2014 at 13:34
Unknown said...: Gorgeous card.; 5 October 2014 at 13:34
Jackie said...: Stunning work as always; 5 October 2014 at 13:35
Margaret C said...: Love this card! And congrats to Steph! Thanks for the opportunity!; 5 October 2014 at 13:35
Molly S. said...: Very pretty. Really like the chalkboard look.; 5 October 2014 at 13:57
Cathy P said...: What a fun card. So glad to have seen you on the hop!; 5 October 2014 at 14:11
Unknown said...: I love your card! Ideal for me); 5 October 2014 at 14:13
Tenia Nelson said...: Love!!; 5 October 2014 at 14:19
Craftyfield said...: Love the Chalkboard look, beautiful card!; 5 October 2014 at 14:24
Susie Sugar said...: Beautiful statment card , congrats on your 2nd year with CB
Hugs Susie Sugar xx; 5 October 2014 at 14:25
Unknown said...: Another lovely card x; 5 October 2014 at 14:25
Sharon said...: Great card Aimes, his Sharon x; 5 October 2014 at 14:30
Jane said...: Stunning card, love it.; 5 October 2014 at 14:48
Vicki Dutcher said...: Perfect sentiment for the chalkboard effect! LOVE your layout too; 5 October 2014 at 14:53
theCook said...: A great card! Love that chalkboard look!; 5 October 2014 at 15:04
Joyce McIntosh said...: Love the chalkboard holiday card. Thank you for sharing.; 5 October 2014 at 15:06
Cardsbymaaike said...: lovely card on this clearly besotted blog hop, i feel so inspired now; 5 October 2014 at 15:09
Unknown said...: Love the card!; 5 October 2014 at 15:15
Joy said...: Darling card...love the big bow !!; 5 October 2014 at 15:19
Susanne Vargas said...: Very sweet card!; 5 October 2014 at 15:19
Dawn Y. said...: Love your Chalkboard card, Amy! I just had to pin it for wonderful inspiration! ♡; 5 October 2014 at 15:31
cdoggett01@yahoo.com said...: I love the candy cane stripe...add just enough color! Beautiful!; 5 October 2014 at 15:32
Sherry Butcher said...: Congratulations on Clearly Besotted 2 year anniversary. nice card, TFS.; 5 October 2014 at 15:32
Jackie said...: Fantastic cards I have loved all the stops on the blog hop; 5 October 2014 at 15:34
KT Fit Kitty said...: This is beautiful! Love the chalkboard stamps and how you tied your twine!; 5 October 2014 at 15:34
Sue said...: Always enjoy your cards - and the inspiration. Thanks!; 5 October 2014 at 15:38
Debbie Roberts said...: Fun cards. Thanks for sharing your talents!; 5 October 2014 at 15:41
jintyoo7 said...: CBS HQ - very funny :D
Beautiful card, love the red striped panel off to the side :-); 5 October 2014 at 15:41
Kate said...: Traditional but modern. I love it!; 5 October 2014 at 15:42
Rachael said...: This would make a great teacher card for xmas...thank you for sharing!; 5 October 2014 at 15:48
CraftyPaws said...: Great traditional card! Love the Prim style with a CAS look. Fantastic. tfs hugs, Kristina; 5 October 2014 at 15:49
cm said...: Your card is a knock-out beauty; a fabulous showcase of the new release! I'm swooning...
~c; 5 October 2014 at 15:50
Unknown said...: Great card, love how you've used the little peg. Karen x; 5 October 2014 at 15:52
The Lazy Lacquerist said...: I really love this... great work!; 5 October 2014 at 15:53
Unknown said...: Congratulations CB - great way to celebrate, love the CB stamps, always so versatile and your cards show that.; 5 October 2014 at 15:54
Betty said...: great design with the chalkboard background! love it!!; 5 October 2014 at 15:56
Penny said...: So pretty, love the chalkboard effect!; 5 October 2014 at 15:57
Peace On Our Hill said...: Love your card and really enjoying the blog hop. Getting lots of ideas and pins!!; 5 October 2014 at 15:59
Debbie said...: Love everything about this card. Just very fun!!; 5 October 2014 at 16:00
Pia Larsen said...: BIG time congratulations to CBS and Stephanie. She truly deserves to be celebrated on this :); 5 October 2014 at 16:08
Deirdre said...: Beautiful creation. Congrats to Clearly Besotted!; 5 October 2014 at 16:12
Shelley C said...: Enjoyed the hop! A great release, and a growing wish list!! Thanks, and congratulations on two years!; 5 October 2014 at 16:24
Donna said...: Very nice!; 5 October 2014 at 16:27
Unknown said...: I agree -- that's a great stamp set. Enjoyed seeing how you used it. Thank you.; 5 October 2014 at 16:35
VJB said...: Super card! Wondering how you get your twine to stay so beautifully positioned!!; 5 October 2014 at 16:37
Deneen said...: Love this card so fun!; 5 October 2014 at 16:38
KimP said...: Beautiful job on the chalkboard look. thank you, the stamps are so nice!; 5 October 2014 at 16:40
VJB said...: Super Cards! Wondering how you manage to get your twint to stay so beautifully positioned!; 5 October 2014 at 16:43
Anonymous said...: Great cards!; 5 October 2014 at 16:44
Meghan said...: Your chalkboard technique is A+ perfect! Great card!; 5 October 2014 at 16:48
Unknown said...: Love the chalkboard look.
Thanks
Barbara; 5 October 2014 at 16:49
Kimberly Rendino said...: Love that sentiment too!!! Great holiday card....festive!!; 5 October 2014 at 16:51
anja curvers said...: Great card with that chalkboard look.; 5 October 2014 at 17:02
SmilynStef said...: The chalkboard effect is too cool; 5 October 2014 at 17:06
Nataliea said...: Great chalkboard card.; 5 October 2014 at 17:11
Muhriel said...: Such a lovely card, very well balanced, and I, too, love the new sentiment and the way you used it with the chalkboard technique!
Best regards, Britta; 5 October 2014 at 17:12
Virginia L. said...: This is absolutely LOVELY, Amy! I adore the soft colors and how you used the chalk board effect! Brilliantly done!; 5 October 2014 at 17:13
Linda T said...: What a lovely card. The chalkboard sentiment looks so great. Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing you're great ideas. I just love the new release.; 5 October 2014 at 17:22
Marilyn M said...: What a cute card!; 5 October 2014 at 17:24
Neets B said...: I'm loving this sentiment set the more I see it! I love this technique and must try it again soon. I love your little peg and twine and that holly really balances everything out. So happy for Stephanie's success, I'm certainly hooked on CBS and it's easy to see why. Thanks for the chance to win x; 5 October 2014 at 17:25
Lucy Schmidt said...: Stripes and chalkboards -- 2 of my favorite trends!!! The clothespin and bow really finish it off nicely. Great work!; 5 October 2014 at 17:25
Vivian Lindsay said...: Great card!!!!; 5 October 2014 at 17:27
Jamie said...: I love this card! the chalkboard look is perfect with this stamp set!; 5 October 2014 at 17:29
Judith said...: Happy CBS Anniversary to you too. Being part of Stepahnie's design team must be nice (-:
Congratulations on this pretty card. It's always a pleasure to visit your blog!; 5 October 2014 at 17:34
Kristie Goulet said...: This sentiment is perfect for the chalkboard technique. Love it!; 5 October 2014 at 17:38
Joan Smith said...: I love your card I am such a huge fan of the Chalkboard look and girl you so did one outstanding and creative job on your card. You really took this stamp to the next level. You are one super talented gal. YOU so ROCK!!; 5 October 2014 at 17:40
Marianne B in AZ said...: You have just the right balance of color to go with your chalkboard! Bey pretty card!; 5 October 2014 at 17:42
Purvi said...: love the way you have embellished this card!; 5 October 2014 at 17:43
Carol D said...: Such a good use of this set - I love the chalkboard look.; 5 October 2014 at 17:47
Anonymous said...: Love the chalk board look.; 5 October 2014 at 17:49
Judith said...: I like the chalkboard effect! Lovely design and beautiful colours. The little clothepin is just adorable (-:; 5 October 2014 at 17:52
Unknown said...: Stunning card, do love the chalkboard effect txx; 5 October 2014 at 17:58
Arlene said...: So very cute! Love the design and colors.; 5 October 2014 at 18:01
conil said...: This is such a terrific sentiment for that chalkboard effect. Perfect with you striped background. Woot.; 5 October 2014 at 18:06
Jane said...: Lovely card xx; 5 October 2014 at 18:07
Keep It Sweet and Simple said...: Beautiful card. I love your extra little touches, the peg and bow and the little holly leaves. Just perfect!
Caroline xxx; 5 October 2014 at 18:12
Helen said...: Love this sentiment and it really pops with the white on black.

Helen x; 5 October 2014 at 18:15
Roseanna C said...: Cute card, thanks for the inspiration.; 5 October 2014 at 18:21
Ruth S, justsomestuffimade.com said...: Fun card - this one is perfectly done with the chalkboard technique ;) Your twine bow is a super accent! Rx; 5 October 2014 at 18:23
Eileen L. said...: Lovely card. Great sentiment. Love the chalkboard look a lot.; 5 October 2014 at 18:24
Jayne said...: Gorgeous card x; 5 October 2014 at 18:25
Queenie Jeannie said...: Classic, clean design! Love the little clothespin addition!; 5 October 2014 at 18:30
Demonica said...: So cute with the clothespin!; 5 October 2014 at 18:31
Unknown said...: so cute! love the holly in the corner!; 5 October 2014 at 18:35
Laura Norris said...: Wonderful card!! Just lovely!; 5 October 2014 at 18:35
anja curvers said...: Wow amazing card love the chalkboard look. Thanks for sharing.; 5 October 2014 at 18:37
Anne said...: I've not tried this technique and I want to give it a go! What an elegant and fun card!; 5 October 2014 at 18:42
mandy said...: Gorgeous card Love it :)

Hugs Mandy xxx; 5 October 2014 at 18:43
liz said...: The chalkboard look is so cute!; 5 October 2014 at 18:47
Pam Sparks said...: love it! so festive and fun Amy!; 5 October 2014 at 18:51
Kathy H said...: This is such a great release! Cute card!; 5 October 2014 at 18:51
Hannah A. said...: I love this so much. It's awesome to have a sentiment that can be a standalone on a card with few embellishments. :); 5 October 2014 at 18:51
Sue said...: WOW! This is stunning Amy.
Your design is so stylish and I love the colours.
Thank you for the inspiration.
Sue xx; 5 October 2014 at 18:52
barbara macaskill said...: I think the sprig of holly really makes this card fabuliscious!! So pretty! TFS!; 5 October 2014 at 19:04
Margarita Navarro-Rivera said...: Cool card!; 5 October 2014 at 19:14
MagsB said...: This is a wonderful Christmas card, so striking!

love Mags B x; 5 October 2014 at 19:16
seebz said...: Lovely card and I really like the colour combinations. Makes me want to try something different.; 5 October 2014 at 19:20
cma21317 said...: nice border touch!!; 5 October 2014 at 19:21
Mary-Anne V said...: Love the clean lines on this card and the tiny clothes pin.; 5 October 2014 at 19:26
lbwright22-loopylou said...: WOW! yet another stunner on the 'hop' The chalk-board style for that set is soooo effective; 5 October 2014 at 19:27
LBV said...: Great card!; 5 October 2014 at 19:35
Sue D said...: Very pretty and this stamp is perfect for the chalkboard technique.; 5 October 2014 at 19:40
Monika/Buzsy said...: Beautiful. Love the chalk board look.; 5 October 2014 at 19:43
Cindy said...: Fabulous hop CB. I have not tried chalkboard technique yet. Thanks for sharing.; 5 October 2014 at 19:45
Unknown said...: Love the chalkboard look, great cRd; 5 October 2014 at 19:45
Carole said...: Very nice card.; 5 October 2014 at 19:51
Ashley said...: Beautiful card! I love the clothes pin!

~Ashley W
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http://marinewifesscrappinlife.blogspot.com; 5 October 2014 at 20:03
Unknown said...: Love the black....; 5 October 2014 at 20:14
Jessika said...: Cute card :-); 5 October 2014 at 20:17
Teresa W. said...: Beautiful chalkboard looking card.; 5 October 2014 at 20:22
nancy said...: Great Christmas card! Thanks for the inspiration!; 5 October 2014 at 20:26
Lisa H. said...: I've not tried the chalkboard technique, but I'm definitely going to give it a try! Your card is just adorable. I love the tiny clothespin and holly leaves embellishment.; 5 October 2014 at 20:29
Anonymous said...: Amazing card x; 5 October 2014 at 20:35
The Crafty Den said...: Gorgeous card Aimes. I love the chalkboard look and the splash of colour with the diagonal stripes x x; 5 October 2014 at 20:37
Colleen said...: Love the chalkboard technique and your strip of pattern paper really makes it pop!; 5 October 2014 at 20:57
Alcaraz valérie said...: Your card is really cute !!!; 5 October 2014 at 20:59
Daria Z. said...: Such a pretty card! I love the sweet holly sprig.; 5 October 2014 at 21:05
Rebecca Hoy said...: Lovely sample amy- great to see you crafting again (although reading the magazine is great too). Rebecca x; 5 October 2014 at 21:06
very_inky_fingers said...: The chalkboard look is so wonderful. I have not mastered it...you do a terrific job!; 5 October 2014 at 21:07
Juan Mart said...: Love all the elements on the card.; 5 October 2014 at 21:07
Anonymous said...: Great chalkboard card, love the touches of red and gold. Have a lovely day.; 5 October 2014 at 21:10
Pam said...: Love this card! Very pretty!; 5 October 2014 at 21:17
Nandini said...: Beautiful card! Love that stamp set with subway art! It is so bold! And love your card which uses it so well!; 5 October 2014 at 21:25
Patty said...: Love the white sentiment on black paper, red candy cane stripe down the side ...all with crisp white background....lovely!!; 5 October 2014 at 21:26
Donna Cala said...: Love the chalkboard, love the stripes, love the holly and LOVE the big green bow!; 5 October 2014 at 21:28
Sandra said...: Very nice card.; 5 October 2014 at 21:29
Goldie said...: Simple and perfect; 5 October 2014 at 21:49
Becky S. said...: Very nice! Thanks for the chance to win!; 5 October 2014 at 21:50
Mary J said...: How awesome! Love the LO!; 5 October 2014 at 22:01
Kim Heggins said...: Just gorgeous! I love that chalkboard look you created.; 5 October 2014 at 22:03
Alla S said...: Cute Card. Love the subway sentiment with chalkboard style.; 5 October 2014 at 22:06
Jo said...: Your simple yet stylish design really shows how great that stamp truly is. Lovely work.
Jo xx; 5 October 2014 at 22:13
Chriss Blagrave said...: Lovely chalkboard panel Aimes, I love the mix of fonts and your cute little clip!; 5 October 2014 at 22:18
Deborah Carr said...: Lovely! Just lovely!; 5 October 2014 at 22:19
Grá O'Neill said...: Beautiful card, love the chalkboard technique :); 5 October 2014 at 22:19
Dee said...: I really love the effect of the blackboard. this card is stunning !!; 5 October 2014 at 22:23
wendy said...: Loving the chalkboard card. Looks fab.; 5 October 2014 at 22:24
greggers said...: Your creation is "Wonderful"; 5 October 2014 at 22:24
kjjc said...: Lovely card and thanks for you help yesterday. Thanks for th chance to win.; 5 October 2014 at 22:25
Bobby said...: Love the card!; 5 October 2014 at 22:26
Lou said...: a wonderful card..its a super release this month!; 5 October 2014 at 22:33
judy said...: I love your fun and trendy card!; 5 October 2014 at 22:35
maria f. said...: What a lovely CAS creation, Amy. And what a perfect bow.; 5 October 2014 at 22:37
Alinsmajl said...: Cute manly card.; 5 October 2014 at 22:42
LauraJane:) said...: Simply Splendid CAS card!; 5 October 2014 at 22:45
chera said...: LOVE. IT.; 5 October 2014 at 22:47
Unknown said...: Like so many others I like the chalkboard look. Thank you .; 5 October 2014 at 22:48
Rachel x said...: Ooh, I love the combination of the Diagonal Stripes and chalkboard style greeting, Aimes!! :) Rachel xx; 5 October 2014 at 22:49
Darlene Gabriel said...: An absolutely sweet card! I love the the chalkboard look and the little clothes pin embellishment.; 5 October 2014 at 22:57
Lizzies said...: Fabulous card, just hopping by; 5 October 2014 at 23:09
Unknown said...: I love the chalkboard technique for Christmas cards especially, and you're right: this set just calls for it! Beautiful work.; 5 October 2014 at 23:11
Nimue said...: You did a great job on the card. It's great.; 5 October 2014 at 23:12
Gibmiss said...: Hi
Fabulous card... Love it....
Hugs Sylvie xxx; 5 October 2014 at 23:13
Unknown said...: Cute!!! The little clothes pin is the perfect embellishment for this card!!!; 5 October 2014 at 23:18
forpahl5 said...: very cool card!; 5 October 2014 at 23:35
Unknown said...: Gorgeous card love the chalkboard look.; 5 October 2014 at 23:40
Jana said...: Very pretty!; 5 October 2014 at 23:42
Unknown said...: Gorgeous card I love the chalkboard look.; 5 October 2014 at 23:44
Anja said...: Beautiful card! This stamp is just perfect for the chalkboard technique!; 5 October 2014 at 23:55