Before we recap our By The Sea stamp set release, we want to announce the winner of Monday's Applique giveaway. Random. org chose:
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#66 Marge R, who said:
"I would use this set similarly to Debbie & Laurie's cards, plus I think these stamps make gorgeous BGs for cards -- a really fabulous set to add to my little JRS collection! Thanks for a chance to win."
Congratulations, Marge, please email me to claim your Applique stamp set!
Now on to some amazing By The Sea inspiration from several of our designers and blogging friends ...
Amy Sheffer and Michelle Rodgers each used the lighthouse image from this set in totally different nautical styles ... Amy's leaning toward shabby chic and Michelle's more crisp, clean and masculine:
Cindy Lawrence and Dawn Easton each used a different color scheme for their beachy scenes ... Cindy's is sunny, bright & feminine, while Dawn's reminds me of more masculine plaid Bermuda shorts or swim trunks! I love that the umbrella can be colored for whatever theme you are trying to achieve.
Debbie Olson and Tosha Leyendekker both used the more masculine sailboat from this set to achieve totally different knock-out looks!
Linda Coughlin and Denise Marzec each show totally different, fabulous styles can be achieved with the shell grouping from this set:
Kellie Fortin and Sharon Harnist both used the beach chair image for these wonderful projects:
Ready for some By The Sea blog candy? Just answer this question below in the comments: What is your favorite spot by the sea? Leave an answer by Thursday (tomorrow) evening and we'll let Random.org choose the winner to be announced on Friday morning!
Thanks for checking in today and please come back tomorrow for the announcement of our JustRite Friday Challenge winners and Friday for another new Friday Challenge! We'll get back to another April stamp set review and blog candy on Saturday and Sunday!












