New Finnabair + Charms + Free Collage Sheet‏

Happy weekend everyone! We have some fantastic new goodies in the shop. BRAND NEW Finnabair, tons of gorgeous brass charms, Collage Sheets, and more. I'm totally in love with the new Blue Mirrored Shells. They are limited edition, so grab em' while you can!

You can check it out HERE.

Art Time with Linda Cain!

 A breathtakingly beautiful sacred heart by Design Team Member Linda Cain! Can you guess how she created the center? It's brilliant. Find out by hoping over to Linda's blog post, which includes supply links: http://goo.gl/BJFXMW  

Inspiration By Gerri Herbst!

 A beautiful little tag by Design Team Member Gerri Herbst showing off some fabulous patriotic colors! So pretty Gerri!
Heart Bird Trinket Keepsake: http://www.retrocafeart.com/.../HEART-Bird-Trinket-Keepsake-K...
She Also Used Our Red Faux Rhinestone Ribbon, Christmas Red and True Blue Stickles, Tim Holtz Vial Labels, and Valentine Word Paper Cuts

Inspiration By Amy Nieman!

 

A stunning graduation card by Design Team Member Amy Nieman! We love how she combined the flourish with our postcards, and the beautiful blues. Gorgeous Amy!
Chipboard Postcards Style 1: http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_6279/Chipboard-Postcards--Style-1--Set-of-4.htm
Ornate Flourish Cut Outs Style 1: http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_6343/Ornate-Flourish-Cut-Outs-Style-1--Set-of-2.htm

Inspiration By Rhea Freitag!

An incredibly gorgeous Santos Doll by Rhea Freitag! We especially love the fabulous bits inside her skirt! Check out Rhea's blog post for some stunning close-ups: http://starrgazercreates.blogspot.com/2015/05/steampunk-santos-doll.html
3-D Articulated STEAMPUNK Santos Cage Doll Shrine Kit - SMALL: http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_5272/3-D-Articulated-STEAMPUNK-Santos-Cage-Doll-Shrine-Kit--SMALL.htm
 

Sand and Sea Inspiration!

One of our all time favorite summer projects. Faux Mosaic Seahorse Shrine. You can find the tutorial on our blog, along with some cheesy beachy jokes. Sorry not sorry: http://krishubick.blogspot.com/2014/05/seahorse-shrine-kits-and-more-ocean-fun.html

A Free Gift for All!

Just our little way of saying THANK YOU for being the most amazing customers! You guys really are the best!!! We love seeing the stunning art created, and sharing in this wonderful creative journey together!
Download this brand new Safe Travels Collage Sheet HERE on our site.
 XOXO

New Sand and Sea Goodies + More‏

Happy holiday weekend everyone! I'm really excited about the new Sand and Sea goodies this week. Three styles of boat Stand-Ups (reminiscent of fabulous vintage toys), gorgeous map Collage Sheets, beautiful beads, and more. I'm definitely ready to dive in and play with the new Stand-Ups! You can check it out HERE.

As you can tell from the new goodies, I've been feeling very beachy lately. (snicker)
Recently I spent some time decorating my covered back porch area, shown above and below. Even in Indiana, you can feel like you're close to the ocean. I've even been collecting Seashells!

Inspiration By Cat Kerr!

"Be you, bravely", a gorgeous Shrine by Design Team Member Cat Kerr! We love the pop of aqua and gorgeous bits of fiber. Awesome texture Cat!
ATC Hutch Shrine Kit Basic: http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_3740/ATC-Hutch-Shrine-Kit--Basic.htm
Sandra Evertson's Relics & Artifacts Figureheads:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_6324/Sandra-Evertson-RELICS-and-ARTIFACTS--Archival-Cast--Figureheads.htm
She Also Used Our Star Cut-Outs, Brass Arrow, and Mini Gold Scalloped Dresden

Inspiration By Gerri Herbst!

 A stunning colorful Stand Up by Design Team Member Gerri Herbst. The sentiment reads "Joy is not in things, it is in us." So beautiful Gerri!
Ornate Victorian Frame Stand-Up Style 1:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_6230/Ornate-Victorian-Frame-Stand-Up--Style-1.htm
She Also Used Our True Blue Stickles and Dancers Collage Sheet DP247

Inspiration By Kim Collister!

 

An incredibly gorgeous Santos Mermaid by Kim Collister! We're loving all of the fabulous details and beachy colors. So beautiful Kim!
Medium 3-D Articulated Mermaid Santos Doll Kit:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_5759/3-D-Articulated-MERMAID-Santos-Cage-Doll-Shrine-Kit--MEDIUM.htm
She Also Used Our Brass Mermaid (on the back)

Inspiration By Tracy Delisle!

Adorable little beach houses by Tracy Delisle! We love the cool colors and ombre effect! Can you smell the ocean? So fabulous Tracy! These should get you in the beachy spirit!
Mini Hutch Houses Shrine Kits:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_3816/Mini-HUTCH-Houses-Shrine-Kit--Set-of-TWO-Houses.htm
She Also Used Our Starfish Cabochons and Brass Charms

New Exquisite Santos Doll Kit + Flourish Shrine Kits + More‏

Happy weekend everyone! I'm super excited about this week's goodies. First, we have THREE fabulous new Ornate Flourish ATC Shrine Kits! They are very cool, and can be used both vertically OR horizontally. You can thank Linda Cain for requesting the header flourishes which inevitably turned into shrines! Yeah! And my new favorite, the Large Exquisite Santos Doll Shrine Kit. She's stunning, and definitely large standing at over 16 inches tall! We also have new Collage Sheets and brass goodies. So many cool things this week!

You can check it out HERE.

I couldn't wait to play with the new Santos Doll Kit! If you've been following along, you many notice I modified my Exquisite Antiquity Shrine Kit from a few weeks ago. You can find that tutorial HERE.

Supplies Used: Large Exquisite Santos Doll Antiquity Shrine Kit, Santos Head Paper Cuts II, Relics and Artifacts Ancient Heart, Black and Sepia Archival Ink, Matte Mod Podge, E6000, Red Stickles, Copper Beaded Chain, Brass Jump Rings, White Fancy Scalloped Dresden, Color Dusters, White Sharpie Paint Marker

I can't wait to see what you create with this fabulous Kit!

Art Time with Cat Kerr!

They say great things come in small packages, and Design Team Member Cat Kerr is proving just that! Cat's "Itty Bitties" are so sweet, with tons of amazing details. Can you guess what she used as the clouds? So clever Cat!
 
Check out Cat's blog post for a full tutorial and more stunning photos: http://inthelightofthemoon.blogspot.com/2015/05/itty-bitty-things.html

Aren't Cat's frames delicious? Find out how she made them in her blog post!

Inspiration By Linda Cain!

 A beautiful and bright Santos Doll by Design Team Member Linda Cain! We love the stamping that was used on the bust. And check out those butterflies inside the cage! Awesome Linda!
Small 3-D Articulated Mermaid Santos Cage Doll Kit:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/.../3-D-Articulated-MERMAID-Santo...
Hop on over to Linda's blog for more photos and details: http://ow.ly/MVy9x 

Inspiration By Amy Nieman!

 

A stunning journal page by Design Team Member Amy Nieman! Gorgeous colors and excellent use of those fabulous wings Amy!
Papillons Madagascar ATC Size Collage Sheet - SC10:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/.../Papillons-Madagascar-ATC-Size...
(She Also Used Our Small Chevron Stencil and Gelatos)

Inspiration By Lynn Stevens!

An absolutely incredible shrine by Design Team Member Lynn Stevens! Brilliant use of the Chipboard Flourishes and Regal Stencil Border Lynn! And a beautiful heart!
Large Exquisite Antiquity Shrine Kit: http://ow.ly/MPBki
Sandra Evertson's Relics & Artifacts Rising Spirit II: http://ow.ly/MPBCj
(She Also Used Our Collage Sheet DP304, Large Regal Stencil Border Strips, Ornate Chipboard Flourishes, Verdigris Gilders Paste, Cabin Cupboard Alcohol Ink)

The Archivist Collection

Happy weekend everyone! We some fabulous new goodies in the shop! Absolutely stunning Flourishes, gorgeous new Collage Sheets, and the wonderful Archivist Collection. The Archivist Collection is a fabulous mix of Parisian and Steampunk. A perfect combination!

You can check it out HERE.

Inspiration By Linda Cain!

An incredible project by Design Team Member Linda Cain, with a wonderful ancient flair! We love how she used the Archangel Relics & Artifacts! Hop on over to Linda's blog for tips and full product links. So gorgeous Linda!

Linda's project from last week will definitely give you some inspiration for the new flourishes. Check out Linda's blog post for more!

Inspiration Gerri Herbst!

An enchanting Butterfly Shrine by Design Team Member Gerri Herbst! The colors are so delightful! Perfect for warmer days ahead!
Butterfly Box ATC Shrine Kit Style 1:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_6150/Butterfly-Box-ATC-Shrine-Kit--Style-1.htm
She Also Used Our Mini Printed Wood Butterfly Buttons, Marie Collage Sheet CV30, Collage Sheet DP289, Laurel Wreath Cut Outs, Paper Flowers, Stickles, German Dresden Border Fancy Scalloped Violet

Inspiration By Amy Nieman!

 

A beautiful, inspiring journal page by Design Team Member Amy Nieman! Now is the right time for ART indeed!
Finnabair "Now is the right Time" Cling Mount Stamp Set (scissors & words)
http://www.retrocafeart.com/.../Finnabair-Cling-Mount-Stamp-S...
She Also Used Our Gelatos

A Huge CONGRATS to Design Team Member Cat Kerr!

Please help me in congratulating Design Team Member Cat Kerr! Her gorgeous design team art is currently on the COVER of Somerset Studio Magazine! Way to go Cat Kerr! What a fabulous achievement!!!

 You can find Cat's Design Team project as featured on her blog: http://inthelightofthemoon.blogspot.com/2015/01/in-my-hearti-know-way.html

Brand New Radiant Antiquity Shrine Kit + More‏

Happy weekend everyone! We some fabulous new goodies in the shop! A gorgeous new Radiant Antiquity Shrine Kit, new Collage Sheets, fabulous gear charms, and so much more! I can't wait to play with the new Shrine Kit! You can check it out HERE.

Inspiration By Sandra Evertson! Guess what, the Chandelier Pendant RELICS & ARTIFACTS that everyone's been waiting for have arrived! You can find them here!

Art Time with Linda Cain!

How amazing is this Salvaged Elevated Shrine by Design Team Member Linda Cain! Stop by Linda's blog for more photos, step-outs, and the full supply list. Even the back is fantastic. Loving those fish scales!
 

Supplies Used:

Elevated ATC Shrine Kit-Large Horizontal 

Ornate Flourishes Cut-Outs Style 2 

Vintage Steampunk ATC Backgrounds 

Small Fish Scales Stencil 

Medium Baroque Layered Cameo Frame 

Finnabair-Art Basics - 3D Matte Gel 

Finnabair-Art Basics - Soft Gloss Gel 

Finnabair-Art Extravagance-Copper Crackle Texture Paste 

Finnabair Art Ingredients-Micro Beads-Silver, Copper, and Berry 

Finnabair Art Ingredients-Glass Beads-Turquoise

Inka Gold-Copper, Yellow Gold, and Silver 

Vintage Mechanicals-Finnabair-Large Flowers 

Tim Holtz-Idea-ology-Tiny Vials 

Sharpie-White Extra-Fine Poster Paint Pen  

Hop on over to Linda's blog for more!

Inspiration By Luci Brito!

A sweet as can be Exploding Box by Luci Brito! The inside is just as amazing as the outside. Fabulous Luci!
Medium Carousel Exploding Box Kit:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/.../Victorian-Exploding-Picture-B...
She Also Used Our Miniature Coffee Cup

Inspiration By Amy Nieman!

 

A wonderful journal page by Design Team Member Amy Nieman, full of sunshine! I love that she's holding a coffee cup! So fun Amy!
Hello Dollie II Collage Sheet:
http://www.retrocafeart.com/item_481/Hello-Dollie-2-Doll-Digital-Collage-Sheet.htm
She Also Used Our Gelatos and Washi Tape

Inspiration By Tristan Robin Blakeman!

An incredible canvas by Tristan Robin Blakeman! We love the way he incorporated the Keepsake Case! So clever Tristan!
Crystal Clear Keepsake Case - Medium Ornate Fleur:
http://ow.ly/MmBCm
Sandra Evertson RELICS and ARTIFACTS - Archival Cast - Figureheads: http://ow.ly/MmBDU