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Jun 16, 2009

Hoppin' with Flopsey...

Welcome to the mid-month MFT Blog Hop! Just happening along the blog hop? Then, you'll want to start over at Kim's blog HERE and then hop to end. Of course there is ALWAYS blog candy at the end, but this week... there is an "intermission", and you'll have a SECOND chance to win the brand spankin' new I Need Coffee Flopsey that will be released TONIGHT in 2 short hours! :) At midnight EST, you'll be able to view the TWO new sets right HERE.

Confession: I do not drink coffee, java or lattes, but this new Flopsey stamp set is so cute, that it doesn't matter! LOL In fact, I had to ask a friend what java and latte were so that I would use it in the right context... LMBO! I am a sweet tea drinker and just never went down Coffee Road. :)

Here is the coffee mug I made:

The mug came with an insert in it, and I removed the insert and used it as a guide to make my own insert. It was rectangular(ish) will curved top and bottom, so that when inserted, it fits perfectly in the mug. I cut strips of patterned paper and adhered them to black card stock and then trimmed it in the proper shape. I used my Janome sew mini to stitch all the panels together and then added a simple sentiment to the liner before slipping it in the mug.
I covered some chipboard with patterned paper and then die cut it with a new tag die from Sizzix. Then, I colored a Flopsey and cut it out with my circle cutter (skipping the ears, feet and mug so that I could trim those with scissors and they would be "out of the circle"). I tied the tag to the handle of the mug with some black, ruffled ribbon.
Here is the matching card I made:
Flopsey was colored with Copic markers and then I used Prismacolor pencils/gamsol to make the wispy, blue outline.
Noteworthy news: Did you know the MFT is now composed of a Sweet Sixteen? Want to check out the entire design team? Click HERE to be directed to the team page! You'll notice we have TWO brand new designers: Kathy Daume' and Barbara Anders! I hope you'll give them some lovin' as you hop past their blogs. They are a wonderful addition to the team and are SO excited to be here! :)
MFT New Releases will be available at MIDNIGHT EST on June 17th! The two new sets being released are:
Special for the week:
  • 10% off all crystal collections found HERE
Tutorial of the week:
  • How'd They Do That? Crystals: how to WOW! Read how HERE!
Want to challenge yourself and have the opportunity to win an MFT gift voucher? Click HERE to check out this week's challenges!

OK, now that you read all the details (you DID read, right? LOL)... let me send you on your way to see what the fabulous JESSIE has in store for you.

Happy hopping and have a wonderful night! Make sure you check in with MFT at midnight to see the full sets available! :)

Hoppy Hugs, (pun intended)

Jody

29 comments:

  1. super cute Judy, glad to hear I am not alone about not drinking coffee hehe.

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  2. Absolutely perfect, Jody!!! I love it!!

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  3. Fantastic Jody!! LOL I don't drink much coffee but when I do it has to have that flavoured stuff in it so it doesn't taste like coffee ;)

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  4. I love this!!! I am a HUGE coffee drinker and this would just be a perfect way to have my cup(s) of Java.

    So cute!!!!

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  5. What a fantastic altered mug, Jody! Love that chipboard tag! Great matching card, too!

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  6. Just awesome Jody! LOVE that mug....Mmmmm...just drinking from that mug each morning would perk me up regardless of if there was coffee in it! :)

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  7. I agree with Cindy, Fantastic!!

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  8. Way to put together an altered stamping project. I love your Flopsey.

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  9. This sure is fun getting to see all the DT blogs.

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  10. for a non-coffee drinker, you sure brought it! I should send you my address so you can send me this mug-I'd TOTALLY use it, I've been a coffee drinker since I was about 8-HA! This really is adorable and I love the card too!

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  11. I love it Jody. The card and mug are perfect.

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  12. hi jody
    this is so cute
    xoxox BA

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  13. I'm with you - no coffee for me but it doesn't stop me from loving this Flopsey! Your projects with it are fabulous!!

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  14. Super cute, Jody! I love the tag on the cup!

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  15. LOVING that Flopsey set - SO cute!!!

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  16. I love your projects Jody!! The mug is adorable and I love how you can see the sewing! Wonderful work! Your card is awesome too!!

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  17. very nice job! really cute!

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  18. SO cute!! Love that tag!!

    C'mon, are you sure you don't want to cross over to the coffee side?? I think you have potential... ;)

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  19. What a great mug! I love the dp you inserted and how it is stitiched! It would make such a great gift!

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  20. I'm no coffee drinker either, but this almost makes me want to grab a cup!

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  21. Hi, this is just the cutest mug design and although I tend to only drink coffee in the winter, I am really going to have to case this idea and have a cup sooner.

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  22. Well I am a coffee addict and I wish I had that mug to drink it out of. Just adorable and the card too. TFS
    Gloria

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  23. Such a versatile set and perfect for so many gifts. Love it!

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  24. Love my coffee! And this is incredibly creative and cute! You doing ribbon shares any more?

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