We are excited about our brand new line of stamps - Mandy's World! We thought you'd enjoy getting to know the talented artist behind Mandy's World - our very own Amanda Breeden!
Tell us a little about yourself.
"I’m 21 years old and I’ve lived in Seattle practically my entire life and I LOVE it here! Rain and all! I’m engaged to my boyfriend of 4 years who I met working at Arby’s! I love the outdoors and anything and everything craft related."
When did you start stamping and how did you find A Muse?
"I actually began stamping when I started working at A Muse back in January 2008. When I was younger I would always make my parents stop at stamp stores so I could stare at all stamps, but I was never old enough to fork out the cash to actually use them."
How did you get started drawing Mandy's World?
"I’ve been drawing ever since I was a little, little girl and I was always really good at drawing cartoon people."
What are some of your sources for inspiration - do you have anyone in mind when you're drawing?
"My drawings from when I was younger actually look pretty similar to the Mandy’s World girls. I would always doodle pictures of my friends doing a bunch of different things. For Mandy’s World I tried to think of different things people would want to make cards for and came up with a huge list! Then I just started sketching."
Which girl in this release is your favorite?
"I’ve been using the Mermaid girl a lot because she goes great with so many of the other A Muse images! It’s so much fun pairing her all of the new summer stamps!"
And here are a few of Amanda's cards using her new stamps! Total cuteness and do you see a girl we haven't shown you yet? Stay tuned for more sneak peeks of Amanda's adorable Mandy's World stamps!
Amanda, I just think this line of stamps is fabulous and I can't wait to see more! Congratulations on this new adventure. I wish you all the success in the world!!
Posted by: Novell | Sunday, August 02, 2009 at 09:42 PM
Oh they are just sooo cute. I hope I'm Impressed at Granville Island will carry them :)
Posted by: Delia | Sunday, August 02, 2009 at 10:17 PM
Mandy congrats on your new stamp line. The stamps are so cute and your cards are just fabulous. Can't wait to see more of your creative and inspiring talent on more stamps.
Posted by: StampinCathy | Sunday, August 02, 2009 at 10:50 PM
AMANDA!!!! This is so exciting! What a cute blog post about you and your awesome talent! This new line of stamps is super cute and I'm excited to see what else you come up with!!! Thanks and congrats!
Posted by: Rhonda | Monday, August 03, 2009 at 03:50 PM
A BIG congratulations to you, Amanda! Your stamps are absolutely darling and I can't wait to see your collection grow! I'm already thinking that Mandy needs friends, a family, pets, acessories.... ;)
Posted by: BeckyRusher | Monday, August 03, 2009 at 04:25 PM
Love the stamps...so cute! When will they be available?
Posted by: Mariah | Tuesday, August 04, 2009 at 06:08 AM
Congratulations Amanda! Your stamps are as cute as you are!!!
Posted by: Donna Hitz | Tuesday, August 04, 2009 at 01:47 PM
Congratulations, Amanda! I love Mandy's World and I can't wait to get those stamps in my hands.
Posted by: Debbie | Tuesday, August 04, 2009 at 07:29 PM
Oprah says that behind every face is a terrific life story. So fun to hear YOURS, Amanda. Your talents are wonderfully showcased at AMuse and your great stamps fit right in. Congratulations to you.
My poor budget! I want every stamp. Hugs to you. Kandi Burke
Posted by: kandi burke | Thursday, August 06, 2009 at 08:35 AM
Amanda, I am so proud of you! The stamps are lovely and I just can't wait to see more! My daughter and I love the mermaid! Way to go!
Posted by: Ari S | Thursday, August 06, 2009 at 01:57 PM