As some of you clever readers have guessed, we are going to do a fun little giveaway for the kind folks that have left comments for Elena's work. Don't fret, there's still time.
To enter, simply post a comment to any of the posts on the A Muse News blog that include Elena's work (including this post). A winner will be selected on Thursday night so that gives you a bit of time.
** Please note, you can increase your chances to win by commenting to more than one post, however, please limit yourself to one comment per post. ta!**
I asked Elena to choose a little something for the winner and she has determined how the winner will be selected (don't go pestering her now!). Bonne chance!
Here's a note to you from Elena:
"I want to thank the readers of the A Muse News blog for their kind comments on my cards. Since I don't have a blog myself, nor an on-line gallery anywhere, I rarely get feedback on my creations. The nuns at St. Michael's taught me that pride is a cardinal sin, but I do feel a *little* bit of pride. I would also like to thank Linda and the A Muse staff who are truly wonderful people. It has been so much fun doing "design work" for A Muse, something I would never have imagined doing. Thanks, ladies!!"
Elena Shacochis
A Muse Guest Designer
March 2007
I will leave you with a few more of Elena's fabulous cards. These were cards she submitted to our Reader Gallery contests. Enjoy!
the "got cookies" was one of the cutest that I've seen using the hostess stamp!
Posted by: Doreen | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 09:51 AM
Elena,
You may consider a blog to showcase your awesome work. I would love to see your future creations.
Happy stamping,
June
Posted by: June Link | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 09:56 AM
love the vintage feel of these cards--even though the feel is from totally different eras! so creative!
Posted by: S. Patel | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 09:59 AM
I have enjoyed seeing Elena's card creations. It's fun getting new ideas! Thank you!
Posted by: Melissa | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 10:08 AM
Wow! Elena rocks with your Amuse stamps! I especially love the cookies one.
Posted by: deb | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 10:40 AM
I love the WANTED card - very creative!
Posted by: Lyndsay Neumann | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 11:31 AM
I think you should create a blog so we can continue to enjoy your creations! Thank you for sharing your ideas... I'm going to borrow a few. Cheers!
Posted by: Denny | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 11:40 AM
I've always been attracted to the simplicity of the A Muse card layouts which is I've taken my 1st class at A Muse store and it was really fun! I really like the cleverness of the wanted card. Thanks for sharing your cards, Elena!
Posted by: Riza Almanza | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 01:41 PM
how fun! I love these simple cards! :D
Posted by: Leah | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 01:44 PM
The "wanted" card is precious!
Posted by: Lynne | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 01:56 PM
That's awesome how you did the paper on the "wanted" card. And the got cookies? is just the cutiest thing ever!
~Melissa
Posted by: Melissa | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:13 PM
Super cute...that Christmas card is terrific!
Posted by: Allison | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:21 PM
You all are so sweet to give stuff away!! It never ceases to amaze me the giving nature of people...and especailly stampers.
I've been loving seeing all the new cards and images from Elena and all the A Muse designers.
Posted by: Edie | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:34 PM
Love your cards Elena. The the polka dot ribbon that matches with the polka dots on the girls dress. It's so cute.
Posted by: doverdi | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:42 PM
Loved how you brought the polka dots to the dress and ribbon. Something so simple but so adds to the card and something I never would have thought of!
YM
Posted by: YM | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:46 PM
Love the cowgirl - I wanted to be one when I grew up but I haven't grown up yet! Great job!
Posted by: Susan H | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 02:47 PM
These 2 cards are adorable. Love the lady in the dress. love the touch of green with the scallop punch
and that wanted cowgirl sign is fabulous. I love that it looks tatterd and worn like it's been hanging on a tree.
Posted by: Jenny (penelopepitstop) | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 03:12 PM
I really like the simplicity of your cards. These are just wonderful!
Posted by: Rita | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 03:18 PM
I love, love, love, love the pink cookies card. I MUST have those stamps! Elena, you are so very talented. And I personally think you should take pride in your work because it's great!
Posted by: Michelle | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 04:32 PM
I love the Santa cookie card. The ribbon and her dress are perfect!
Posted by: jean | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 05:03 PM
I love them both! ... but the wanted card is sooo cute! Love the worn edges of the paper and that cowgirl is adorable! :)
Posted by: mj | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 05:15 PM
Oooh - the little cowgirl is so cute!
Posted by: Carmen | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 05:28 PM
Elena, these were two of my favorite cards from the reader gallery. I started recognizing your name as I made my list of cards to vote for! I would love to see your work on a blog. You have given me lots of great ideas to apply to my stamped creations. Like the entire talented Amuse design team, your colors, compositions, and creativity are a true inspiration to me! Thank you!
Posted by: Ingrid | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 06:01 PM
Love the details in all of your cards. It is apparent you put a lot of thought in your creations -- love your style and look of your cards!
Posted by: pegg | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 06:18 PM
OMG! LOVE the "june cleaver" card....does she vaccum too? hee hee
Posted by: tammy B | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 06:54 PM
I love the "got cookies" card! Too cute!
Posted by: snarflemarfle | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 06:57 PM
Elena - It has been so much fun to see all your cards! I just love your cowgirl with the fence and the distressed edges! You go girl!!
Posted by: Tisha | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 07:01 PM
Elena, these cards are so cute! I especially like the "got cookies?" card.
Posted by: Lynn Brown | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 07:12 PM
These are cute cards!
Posted by: Renée | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 07:23 PM
Got cookies? Too cute! That is just the most adorable image and I love the oval scalloped punch!!
Posted by: Kheila | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 07:25 PM
I love your simple designs and use of color!
Posted by: Cindy B | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 07:26 PM
So cute! Love the color combinations.
Posted by: Stefanie | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 08:03 PM
more awesome creations! i especially love the cowgirl and the distressing details for a real wanted poster feel.
now go start an online gallery or blog!
:) lexi
Posted by: lexi daly | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 08:15 PM
I love that sassy lady in red! What a fun card!
Posted by: Jessica | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 08:52 PM
Very cute cards, Elena!
Posted by: Cindy Keery | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 09:10 PM
These are adorable! I love the Santa cookies card - too cute! Elena needs a gallery of her own somewhere!!!
Posted by: Michelle | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 09:36 PM
Adorable cards!! What a great humble attitude to boot, Elena!
Posted by: Elaine | Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 10:05 PM
Elena, you are a most talented stamper and your humility makes your work even more admirable. Thank you for sharing this and I appreciate Ellen for posting these cards. Absolutly adorable.
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl Sims | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:08 AM
Elena, you are a most talented stamper and your humility makes your work even more admirable. Thank you for sharing this and I appreciate Ellen for posting these cards. Absolutly adorable.
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl Sims | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:08 AM
Wow!! Great cards!! Thanks, Tracy H.
Posted by: Tracy | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:43 AM
elena,your designs are fantastic. i think your use of all the different stamps are so imaginative. they spur my creativity on!! i grew up on whidbey island but am on cape cod now. however when i visit i will certainly make a stop to amuse, to see your inspiration. miss the nw!
Posted by: june gibbons | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 05:17 AM
Great cards. I love the 'cookies' one. This has been great seeing all the wonderful cards that Elena has made. So many ideas, thanks so much, Elena, for all the time and effort that went into creating all your cards.
Posted by: Barb / GrammaStamper | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 05:38 AM
Wow, you do such beautiful work! I wish I could do the coloring of the images the way you do it. Maybe someone could get you to do a little lesson for us?
Claudia F.
Posted by: Claudia F | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 05:58 AM
I really like the "clean" look of your creations. It allows us to appreciate the image.
Posted by: Ashley | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 06:55 AM
Your eye for detail is incredible. You deserve all the accolades. Atta girl.
Posted by: Sharon in NE | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 07:09 AM
I LOVE your work. Great cards, and ideas.
Posted by: Kristi Ferro | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 09:34 AM
I ADORE that first argyle card--how clever to use the vellum like that!
Posted by: Julia Muscari | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 09:43 AM
That "wanted" poster idea is great!
Posted by: Julia Muscari | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 09:45 AM
Oh, I definately like the cookiebella the best.
Posted by: Gina Wrona | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 10:01 AM
Once again the cards are just wonderful and I just WANT all the Amuse stamps, cards so I can play and play
Posted by: Jane | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 10:18 AM
Love theses cards..Especially..Got Cookies? Reminds me of my daughters!! Who both love to make cookies!!
Posted by: Ila | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 10:20 AM
These are cute cards!
Posted by: mara | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 10:28 AM
I have one word for you, Elena: Sheer Talent. OK. That was two. Hope to see more of your work. Keep us posted.
Posted by: Janice | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 11:12 AM
Elena, your designs are cute and inspiring. Thanks for sharing it with us stampin' community. Thanks Amuse for this showcase treat. Until stamp and pad meet again...Jenny
Posted by: Jenny W. | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 11:40 AM
Simple and clean cards that really place the spotlight on the stamped images - Linda must be loving you for all the stamps you must be selling!
Posted by: Beth Watson | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 12:18 PM
Wonderful creations, Elena! You are very talented and I have enjoyed seeing your artwork :-)
Posted by: Jackie in NC | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 12:22 PM
What is so great about these stamps is their size. You can pack a huge bunch of them for a trip and not take up a lot os space and still make dozens of cards with no two alike. I am planning on taking some on the trip to son's wedding in April to keep my mind of being in the car for 12 hours.
Posted by: Jan Scholl | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Elena, I love the cookie one! How cute! Thanks for sharing all your cards!
Posted by: Erin Vandervelde | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 01:33 PM
Elena makes such cute cards - thanks for the inspiration. I loved the cake!
Posted by: Whitney | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:10 PM
thanks elena for all the wonderful ideas on your cards. i love the different techniques for the wanted card. i just bought that one and the sheriff stamp. gives me lots to think about.
Posted by: june gibbons | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:54 PM
hey there's another june!! love that, i don't run into to many. i,m june g.!!
Posted by: june gibbons | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 04:55 PM
Wow, Elena you do great work, I keep thinking that with all my amuse stamps I should be able to pump out quality work like all of you designers, but it's just not happening. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Jennifer Hensley | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 05:40 PM
Gee Elena we should be sending you blog candy!! Thanks for sharing your creative art!
Posted by: Linda C | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 05:42 PM
LOVE the wanted card. So cute
Posted by: Michelle | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 06:30 PM
Such a wonderful cowgirl card. LOVE IT!! Then I'm terribly partial to all amuse images.
Posted by: Sarah | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 07:20 PM
Love the "Wanted" card. Very nice touch to color and wrinkle the edges! Very clever.
Posted by: Jill Grace | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 08:27 PM
Love these cards! So cute!
Posted by: Jenna | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 09:18 PM
cute cards. thanks for sharing them Elena :-D
Chelsey
Posted by: chelsey navratil | Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 09:50 PM
I loved the "got cookies" card from when I first saw it! Be encouraged...you do fantastic work!
Posted by: Mandy Cheshire | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 03:28 AM
Love the use of the silver brad on your cowgirl card!!
Cookie :)
Posted by: Cookie | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 07:23 AM
Elena- I love these 2 cards. The "WANTED" is very creative. Great skin tones on both cards! I wish you would consider a blog so we could continue to enjoy your work. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!! THANKS TO LINDA AS WELL! A Muse has the best stamps :)
Posted by: Yvette P. | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 07:39 AM
I love both cards. They are so cute! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Chantale L | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 11:42 AM
Fun cards! I love that cowgirl!
Posted by: Stacy | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 03:37 PM
Such cute cards Elena! I love the hot mama (that is what i imagine her to be) asking "got cookies" to Santa. I think that your style really captures the fun and whimsical spirit of the A Muse line of stams! Thanks for the drawing - who doesn't love to win a prize!!!!
Posted by: melissa | Thursday, March 29, 2007 at 04:36 PM