September/October 2008

Faeries & Elves. The "wee world' is just about irresistible, whether you favor elves, imps, gnomes or faeries. Stampers filled pages with amazing creations with these creatures, who are sometimes invisible, but not at RubberStampMadness.

(Shown here, Reverie by Sandy Hulsart. Stamp credits: Fairies--Stone House Stamps; cliffs, birds--Stampscapes Rubber Stamps; others--Sutter Enterprises Rubber Stamps.)

Terrific tricked-out Halloween cards can be seen in Fright Night Frolics, a 10-page special section. The artwork shown here is one of the funnier pieces submitted, but prepared to be scared when you see some of the others.

(Not the Person He Was by Anne Schuster. Stamp credits: Scary guy [John], lady, plant, suitcase--100 Proof Press; rug, wallpaper--Stamp Francisco; window--Viva las Vegastamps.)


Meet the Beatles. The Fab Four merit a small accordion book, with cards for each member of the band. This project is done with a little help from our friend, Rich Luedeke, a true Beatles fan.
(Fab Four by Rich Luedeke: Stamp credits: 45 rpm record--Museum of Modern Rubber; all others--Viva las Vegastamps!)


(Rebuilding Eden One Drop at a Time by Kristina Louthan. Stamp credits: Column crow is standing on, Corinthian capital, dressed ostrich, Doric column base, dressed owl, graveyard scene, hand with eyedropper, Islamic city, suited crow--100 Proof Press; small rocks, clump of grass--Beeswax Rubber Stamps; grass clumps--Stampendous!; ruined building--Third Cost Rubber Stamps; acacia tree--unknown; grass on right side, water drop--hand drawn.)
 Kristina Louthan journey into art has brought her into a Fantasy World, full of wonderful creatures and scenes. Some are surreal, as is the one shown here. Other focus more on fantasy and the Southwest.
  Also in this issue:

Super Store List: Stamp stores from the four corners of the USA and Canada, with write-ups about Stamp Antonio and three stores in the Washington/Idaho area.

Triple Treat: A stand-up Halloween triptych with plenty of stamped images, as well as 3-D embellishments.

Stampers Unlimited: A stamp club success story. The group started in 1994 and members are still meeting and having fun. Information on how the group is organized and special events that keep members coming back for more.

Frog Day Afternoon: Leaping artwork that pops off the page . . . well almost!  

The Card Shoppe: This issue's column focuses on autumn colors, scenes and images. Included are step-by-step instructions for creating cards with falling leaves , lovely trees and happy pelicans.

Tips & Techniques: Three striking techniques--Opalite Infusion, Penciled Twinks and Brayered Spots--are described and illustrated.

In the Spotlight: Reviews of Art Neko, Magenta's Peel Off's DVD, new Memento Ink Pads/Markers from Tsukineko, De Stempelwinkel and Enchanted Ink.

Cover Artist: Beverly Shupp describes her inspiration for Road to Shangri-Lala. "This theme was my cup of tea. Loving fantasy and the little creatures, it was a delight creating this scene."

Surf City: Internet sites of interest.

The Calendar: Listings by state of conventions, retreats, cruises.

Looking Ahead: Information about how to submit artwork for publication.

RSM Bulletin Board: Pen pal listings, birthday listings, swap listings, contests, mail art listings, items for sale.
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