Friday, November 13, 2015

Presenting: Hopkins & Friends™, a new rubber stamp line by InkyAntics.com!


Hello everyone! I am SO excited to present to you my very first line of rubber stamps!

Introducing...
Hopkins & Friends
Clear Stamp Sets and Cling Mount Background Stamps

I recently received some samples and wanted to share this with you as it has been, for me, a very exciting, and interesting project. I have had the pleasure of working with my newest client over the past few months, and though previously slotted for 12 sets in total, we decided to embark on the first six with a launch of them in October.

October came, and it was almost over, and I hadn't heard from my client, and so something just didn't feel right. I've had a lot of super projects through the years, and I've had some disappointing and difficult projects as well, and I thought it was curious that I hadn't heard a peep from the outset of the launch. I decided to write to her, and ask for feedback of the launch. A few days passed, and finally I found out that she was also disappointed with the initial launch of the sets. My hunch was correct, but it was completely fine, as this is a new product/project/client, I wanted ultimately to gather feedback. Positive feedback always feels great and successful products are the goal, but as I continue on this journey, I always have to find out the nitty gritty (when possible) so as to learn and grow and do better the next time. (I hope there'd be a next time or chance!).

Anyway, with further feedback (that my little creatures were a bit more complicated than what is currently hot in the market), my client asked if I'd like to pursue something completely different, and so, I'm currently working on 6 more sets for this wonderful company. I can't be more grateful! I'll be lettering and designing, and hopefully in the future, these little critters (or iterations of them) will continue on in some form as stamps.

I am so honored to have this opportunity and to be able to share my work with all of you. They're available to order online, which is so exciting for me to share. I just stamped with one of my creations, and it is the most rewarding experience.
All of the six sets and a test stamp of little "Button" bear

"Caramel, Eggnog & Patty Penguin" Clear Stamp Set

The clear stamp on it's own..it's really cool! :)
"Sal & Button's Christmas" Clear Stamp Set
"Christmas Time Bunnies" Cling Mount Background Stamp
Handy dandy instructions and such :)

And here are some wonderful sample card created using InkyAntics.com products and the new stamps:
A sample from InkyAntics.com of their fabulous card product options!



 
Though Hopkins & Friends™ didn't have the best initial launch, I'm hopeful that you'll find them worthy of a look, and perhaps sharing with others who might like these stamps for their collections and creations! I'm super happy with the quality of their stamps...they ink, and wash so completely and cleanly.

I'll be in touch with the next 6 once they launch...thanks friends for your continued support of my work, I greatly appreciate it! All my best ~ Shirley

* * * * * * * Here's where you can find the stamps * * * * * * * 

18 comments:

  1. These all look great to me, Shirley, very professional. Are you doing this all on spec??

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    1. Aw, thanks Ted! They are also made in the U.S.A. :) And I'm getting royalties on the work..thanks for asking.

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  2. Oh my goodness me Shirley I can't believe you have stamps out...how amazing cute they are too. I hope they are a huge for success for you, it's wonderful to see you little critters in stamp form.Many congratulations....are they coming over to the UK I would love to have a play. Hugs xx

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    1. Jane! I thought of you when I posted this..I think they're available everywhere via their website..I will need to check. Inkyantics.com. Thank you SO much!!

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  3. Very cool Shirley! They are adorable.

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    1. Thanks so much Vicki, I really appreciate that!!

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  5. they are truly adorable! And so wintery and cosy, I'm sure they'll do well! :)))

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  6. Ooooh, Shirley! These are superlicious! Not only your adorable critters, but your gorgeous penmanship, too. Wow! They really look great. Congratulations!

    Wishing you a blessed, warm, and wonderful Thanksgiving with your beautiful family. XOXO

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  7. Bonjour chère amie,

    Quelle merveille ! Je suis charmée et éblouie par vos timbres. Bravo ! Je suis certaine qu'ils vont faire sensation...

    Gros bisous ♡

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  8. Bonjour chère amie,

    Quelle merveille ! Je suis charmée et éblouie par vos timbres. Bravo ! Je suis certaine qu'ils vont faire sensation...

    Gros bisous ♡

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  9. Congratulations! I wish a super success with them!

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  10. These are so adorable! :)I know Alexandra's nephew and niece love love the stamp sets she bought.

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  11. i think your illustrations are adorable! the reason i bought the sal & button's christmas stamp set is because they are professionally illustrated and because of the detail. if i wanted really simple stamps, i'd probably create them myself on the computer. i hope to see more of your sweet critters in stamps! i just posted my card on my blog today.

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