It's time for TCP Tuesday and NEW STAMPS and DIEs!

Hi All! It's Release Daaaay! Which means that today is the very first day that you can purchase all the stamps and dies that you've seen Sneaky Peeked all week long.

AND that means that our FABULOUS design team AKA The Cat Pack are having a blog hop. If I am the first person you have hopped to, start at the very beginning at Jen del Muro's blog. 

If you came from Kimberly Gajewski's Blog, then you are at the very last stop. HI!

I hope you liked the peeks that you saw this week. I know I did. I just had to break out the NEW Sock It To Me set and the Heart Swirl. I just think the monkey is so much fun. And the Heart Swirl is CLASSIC. That CutUps will get a lot of use from me.

And once I got started stamping I had to use our NEW background stamp, the Heart & Lock Background. We made it in cling rubber so that you can paint on it, press it into hot UTEE, whatever! It's rubber, so it will take a lot of abuse. I just used the top of the stamp with white in. I just love the pretty border! 

And then I used the Words of Love Stamp set for the sentiment. It's just chockful of classic sentiments and words that can be stacked or used separately. This is going to be a set that gets a lot of use from me. The birds are from the Home Tweet Home CutUps. 

I hope you like the cards and the cards from the Blog Hop. You can get all the NEW Stamps and Dies on our website, today.

If you've been playing along with us for TCP Tuesday, I don't have to tell you what the challenge is. You may have done our challenge or maybe you've been stewing on in. NOW is the time to do it! You have until the end of the month to post your pretty on the inlinkz button to the right. You could win our next release!

Here is the challenge:

This one is a color challenge with a twist. It's a Neutrals Challenge. I want you to use White, &/or Cream &/or Craft &/or Black PLUS one color. Now here is the twist. I want you to limit yourself to one patterned paper and 2 layers. (The base is not a layer and neither are embellishments)

Our Cat Packer's have stamped up their cards! If you need another look, go back to Nancy's, Lori's and Susan's Blogs!

And Go Forth and Stamp!

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Sneaky Peek #7

Sneaky Peek #7
Lock and Heart Background

It's Day Seven of Sneaky Peek Week! This set and our CutUps and everything you've seen this week will be available TOMORROW.

I am so happy to introduce our first background stamp! Not only can you use it for backgrounds, but to create patterns on blocks of paper for layering and stamp over pretty papers. It has a pretty top and bottom so you can stamp just those for a wonderfully simple and elegant look.

This stamp has that "distressed" look that looks so great with distressed inks and those wonderful background papers you've created using ink and paint. And to make this stamp REALLY special, we've brought it to you in CLING rubber so that you can apply paints to it. And, even press it into hot embossing powder. The heat will not affect it.

Lori Tecler showed this card using the Heart & Lock Background earlier on her blog with the Key To My Heart CutUps. I thought it showed the stamp off to perfection, so I saved it for today. I love this stamp in green.

Nancy Thomas pairs this stamp with the Key Phrases Stamp Set, and the Heart Swirl CutUps, embossing the stamp in silver. Just stunning and elegant.

And for a completely different look, Noelle McAdams not only stamps up the background with the stamp, but the paper used to paper piece the Sock Monkey. That's a whole lot of fun!

Now head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Lock & Heart Background" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

And if you feel like a little party, join us tonight on our forum for more Sneaky Peeks, conversation and prizes.

Sneaky Peek #5

Sneaky Peek #5
Words of Love

It's Day Five of Sneaky Peek Week! Just TWO more days of Sneaky Peeks and then the release. This set and our CutUps and everything you've seen this week will be available on March 26.

Since we put out our sentiment set, Simply Said, I must get a request for more sentiment sets at least once a week. And, since Subway art and the Chalkboard look is so hot these days, that I just had to do a set that embraced all of these things. ('Cause here at The Cat's PJs we are all about versatility). This set contains pretty words and phrases that can be stacked or stamped any which way—including by themselves.

Lori Tecler shows her take on this set with the sentiment stamped á la chalkboard style. Paired with our New Heart Swirl, it's a simply stunning combo.

If you are into the Collage and Subway Look, Noelle McAdams stamps words and phrases sideways and stacksand fills in with the flourishes that also come in the set. Such fun to stamp. And such a sophisticated look, made easy.

Julie Masse always stamps up such pretty cards. And this card is no exception. Her chic color scheme really shows off this set to perfection. And, the Heart Swirl is a CutUps die that will soon be a classic.

Now click on over to Nancy Thomas' blog and see what see stamped up!  Then head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Words of Love" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

Sneaky Peek #4

Sneaky Peek #4
Tied Up

It's Day Four of Sneaky Peek Week! It's hard to believe that release day is almost here. This set and our CutUps and everything you've seen this week will be available on March 26.

Today, I thought we'd bring you this funny bear. He is such a cutie. He has ME all tied up in knots. He's the perfect stamp for cards that say you were "Tied Up". Not only is he great to color, but to paper piece, as well.

Whatever you do with him, he is sure to be the center of attention. Like this pretty card by Jen del Muro. She sure does a beautiful card using this stamp set and our New Heart Swirl CutUps. Layered over our Heart Rosette, this little bear just wants to be loved.

Tracy Falco ties one on with this card. Just the Bear, some pretty ribbon and heart pin embellishments and you have a card. So simple, but it says so much.

No one would stay mad at you for long with this fabulous card by Nancy Thomas. Colored up so pretty, or with no color at all, this Bear has me wrapped around his little paw.

Here is the inside of Nancy's card, using our Circus Panels for the sentiment. Just lovely.

Want to see what else The Cat Pack has stamped up with this set? Hop on over to Kimberly Gajewski's and Wendy McGaffey's blogs. Then head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Tied Up" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

Sneaky Peek #3

Sneaky Peek #3
Sock It To Me

It's the third day of Sneaky Peek Week and I thought I'd shake up the week by introducing a brand new character to The Cat's Pajamas line up. This cheeky little sock monkey. I've been wanting to do a sock monkey forever, and here he is just dancing into your life. This set and our CutUps and everything you've seen this week will be available on March 26.

He's the perfect size to do a bit of monkeying around with different techniques, like this copic technique Jen del Muro does. I love this pairing stripes with this silly guy! But, even bars can't hold in his excitement. 

Susan Liles has a lot of fun with this set, mixing it with another new CutUps, our Heart Swirl. AND she's added his sweet friend that also comes in the set.

Nancy Thomas does a bit of traditional coloring with her monkey, but there is nothing traditional about this card. Something about sock monkeys that are so joyful and fun, and you can't help but have fun with this set.

Want to see what else The Cat Pack has stamped up with this set? Hop on over to Lori Tecler's and Wendy McGaffey's blogs. Then head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Sock It To Me" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

Sneaky Peek #2

Sneaky Peek #2
Key Phrases

It's the second day of Sneaky Peek Week and I am just bursting with excitement about this release and this set. Why? Because it was designed by our very own Jen del Muro. Jen is one truly fantastic designer, and I knew that when she designed a stamp set it would be as fabulous as she is. And, I was right. This set is made up of several different phrases and borders that you can mix and match to your heart's content.

Phrases and words are really a hot trend right now in card making and scrapbooking and this set really on trend. Noelle's card really shows that. She uses the set with some of our new dies, the Heart Toppers CutUps and the Key to My Heart CutUps, along with our Toppers CutUps. Did I mention that Jen also inspired this CutUps? 

Wendy McGaffey uses Key Phrases and the Key to My Heart CutUps on this card using the chalkboard technique. It's a great way to get a lot of impact without a whole lot of time.

Susan never ceases to surprise and delight with her amazing scrappy card. She uses Key Phrases and the Key to My Heart CutUps in such a playful way. And I love the sewing on this card! It really adds texture and interest.

Now head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Key Phrases" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

Sneaky Peek #1 and TCP Tuesday

Sneaky Peek #1
Hare Today

YAY! It's the very first day of Sneaky Peek Week and I am so excited to bring you the very first peek at our Spring Release. And what better way to kick off the week than with our favorite long-eared bunny?

It's supposed to be Spring, but there are some places where there is still snow on the ground. And what happens when the snow melts? This little bunny is prepared for anything.

Come rain or shine, Susan Liles shows how this sweet bunny can shine with her sweet card.

How about Julie Masse? She doesn't miss a beat with this super cute card for our TCP Tuesday Color Challenge.

Kimberly Gajewski sews up another TCP Tuesday Challenge with this delightful card and pretty vintage buttons. 

Want to see more of "Hare Today"? Then head on over to Nancy Thomas, Wendy McGaffey and Noelle McAdams and see what they have done with "Hare Today."

When you finish at their blogs, head on over to our Forum on Splitcoaststampers and leave a comment on our "In It To Win It!" Thread. You could win the "Hare Today" stamp set just by leaving a comment.

Are you playing along with our TCP Tuesday Challenge? 

Here are the Deets.

1. The First Tuesday of the Month I will post a challenge on this blog. That's right! Here!
   The challenge will also be posted on our Splitcoaststampers forum  and on our Facebook page
2. If you want to play along you just upload your design right here on this page using the InLinkz button. (The challenge button will be posted on the right hand column of this blog so you don't have to search around)
   If you want to display your pretties on Splitcoaststampers using keyword TCPTUESMar13.
3. The Challenge will be a month-long challenge and you can play as many times as you like during that month.
4. Cards and projects must have at least one Cat's Pajamas Stamp or CutUps die in the project.
5. On the First Monday of the Month a winner will be chosen from the previous challenge and crowned Swanky Stamper.
6. The Swanky Stamper will not only be acknowledged as the Swankiest Stamper for that month, but will also receive some of the stamps from our next release and get to play along with us at our Pajamas Party and Blog Hop. AND... They'll even get a special spot in the Gallery highlighting the project that won them the gig AND as snazzy badge to display on their blog.
7. The winner will be announced the First Monday of the month on Splitcoaststampers, Facebook page and this Blog

Are you with us!

HELLLLO!

Are you playing along with this month's TCP Tuesday challenge? This one is a color challenge with a twist.

This month's challenge is a color challenge and more. It's a Neutrals Challenge. I want you to use White, &/or Cream &/or Craft &/or Black PLUS one color. Now here is the twist. I want you to limit yourself to one patterned paper and 2 layers. (The base is not a layer and neither are embellishments)

Kimberly mixes white, black and orange in her card using our Fun in the Sun set. And it's a bold Summer card that makes a statement. LOVE the bit of black and white Divine Twin in the button for added texture.

The Queen of Clean and Simple, Lori, shows us how it's done with this darling card using our Peeking set. I love that she used the tag from the set as an embellishment.

Befuddled? Well, it is a challenge. It wouldn't be one if you weren't.

Even the Cat Pack was a little challenged. 

Here's Noelle's take on the challenge except.... there is one too many patterned papers. Super cute card, though, using our Whale of a Time set. I can see the whale in just plain kraft and it would be just as cute.

Now it's your turn to play along.

Here are the Deets.

1. The First Tuesday of the Month I will post a challenge on this blog. That's right! Here!
   The challenge will also be posted on our Splitcoaststampers forum  and on our Facebook page
2. If you want to play along you just upload your design right here on this page using the InLinkz button. (The challenge button will be posted on the right hand column of this blog so you don't have to search around)
   If you want to display your pretties on Splitcoaststampers using keyword TCPTUESMar13.
3. The Challenge will be a month-long challenge and you can play as many times as you like during that month.
4. Cards and projects must have at least one Cat's Pajamas Stamp or CutUps die in the project.
5. On the First Monday of the Month a winner will be chosen from the previous challenge and crowned Swanky Stamper.
6. The Swanky Stamper will not only be acknowledged as the Swankiest Stamper for that month, but will also receive some of the stamps from our next release and get to play along with us at our Pajamas Party and Blog Hop. AND... They'll even get a special spot in the Gallery highlighting the project that won them the gig AND as snazzy badge to display on their blog.
7. The winner will be announced the First Monday of the month on Splitcoaststampers, Facebook page and this Blog