It was a fun, fun, ride! But the Paper Crafts Gallery idol is not me. Congrats to Nancy! You can see the announcement here. Her cards were so amazing and detailed in every single round… I am not the least bit surprised by her victory! I am totally stoked though at the scrappy haul I made along the way by advancing through each round! It will be like Christmas when that package makes it’s way to my doorstep! Thanks Paper Crafts & Thanks again to everyone who voted for me and helped me get as far as I did! It ROCKED!!! LOL
Now… I have had several emails asking about my glittery “chipboard” I used on 3 of my cards during the contest! Well… it really isn’t chipboard. You will be surprised at what it actually is! It’s glittered foam! I found these visors at Michael’s craft store and they came already glittered so I didn’t have to make a mess! Plus the foam was SUPER easy to cut through with my scissors. And I even ran the foam through my QuicKutz Revolution! The word “Rock” on my silhouette card is the Diesel font from QK. The Revolution cut easily through this glittered foam! I stocked up on these while I could because I think they are a seasonal summer thing. In fact…. the last few I bought were on clearance for only $0.40 each!!!! Run and get some before they are gone! Here’s the cards I used the pink and yellow foam on again so you can see what I’m talking about. 
And you know me…. I gotta share my fun find with the blogging/scrappy world! Leave a comment and I will put your name in a drawing to win all four of these visors so you too can cut ‘em up and make fun creations with them! LOL I will also throw a few other scrappy things in as a Thank You! Thanks to all of you who kept my creative mojo trudgin’ along during the card contest!!!! I will draw a winner by Wednesday or Thursday of next week! And if you end up finding some of these at Michael’s too… I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to see what you create with them! The possibilities are endless!
August 8th, 2008
August 8th, 2008 at 11:32 am
Allison Alexander Says:
I’m bummed! You’re so talented though, Shanna, so keep entering these contests and I’ll keep voting for ya!
August 8th, 2008 at 11:34 am
April Hall Says:
Hi Shanna! I’m sad to see that you didn’t win….all of your cards were amazing and I voted for you every single time! Thanks for the tip with the glitter visors…as soon as I’m dressed and ready for the day I’m heading to M’s!!!
Take Care.
August 8th, 2008 at 11:43 am
Zarah Says:
Ouchie - I was hoping you’d win! Voted and all.
Thanks for sharing your fab secret - those glittery (I thought) chippies are so cute!
August 8th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Marti Says:
Congrats for making it to the final 5 anyway, Shanna! That is still quite an accomplishment! Your cards were all terrific!
August 8th, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Erinwillis Says:
I absolutely loved your rainbow one. You’re great!
August 8th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
Lisa G. Says:
Hi Shanna,
please enter me in your drawing…thanks
Lisa
P.S. thought your card was great!! so sorry you didn’t win.
August 8th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Lori Borntreger Says:
Girl, we all know “You Rock”!!!!! Big Hugs to ya!!!
Shut up on the foam visors!!! I would have NEVER thought to do that!!
Have a great weekend!!!
xoxo
August 8th, 2008 at 12:33 pm
kaelene zapata Says:
Well, in my book you took it all, baby! Keep entering these things, because one day your greatness will be recognized by the world! AND you keep your mojo flowing, and the inspiration you provide for the rest of us is AMAZING!!
♥
August 8th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
Keri Says:
Hey Shanna-
In fact your cards did ROCK! I thought you had it made in that last round for sure! Congrats on getting so far!
I am headed to Michaels to see what I can find, love the idea and thanks for sharing!
Keri
August 8th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
Liz Says:
I thought for sure you had it in the bag.. There is next year.. Congrats your still a Rockstar scrapper in my book
August 8th, 2008 at 1:02 pm
terri d Says:
I can’t wait to try this out on my sillouette! What a great idea… now to just find some of the visors…
Your cards were great and we were pulling for you but maybe next time….
August 8th, 2008 at 1:23 pm
Nicole Says:
I am sorry you didn’t win but congrats anyway for making it so far! I can’t believe you used these visors to make your cards, I guess we have to look for scrapping supplies everywhere!!
August 8th, 2008 at 1:28 pm
Maria Therese Says:
how cool!
August 8th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
Lizzie Jones Says:
Shanna,
It was a pleasure to participate in the Gallery Idol contest with you. Your projects were fabulously inspiring each and every round! Take care.
August 8th, 2008 at 1:39 pm
jen Says:
Bummer … I love your cards! And I LOVE the fact you cut up a visor … how genius is that?!!?
August 8th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
bev Says:
You are such a good sport…I definitely liked yours best though!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:00 pm
lisa Says:
sorry you didn’t win the big prize. but i’m so happy that you got so far and won the prizes you did!! i loved watching your progress in this contest and seeing all the cute, fun cards you made!!!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:01 pm
Amanda Boyles Says:
I’m sad you did win but I do love your cards…how smart to use a visor!! They give an absolutely adorable effect!!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
Carolyn Says:
You are a winner in my book!
And the visor thing….how clever!!!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Mary in NC Says:
Hope you are home safe with your girls. Next time, you need to stay longer so we can hook up and scrap!!! Loved every one of your cards - I love how you use bright colors - they scare me - lol
August 8th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Amanda Boyles Says:
*I meant to say I’m sad you didn’t win….lol
August 8th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
Brandi Pitts Says:
What a fabulous idea! I’ll have to search out some of those!
I’m bummed that you didn’t win but incredibly proud of you for getting so far! Congrats!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
Stacy Says:
Hi Shanna. Awh shoot I totally thought you had it. I loved your final card. I’m sure your totally happy to make it as far as you did though. You’re one talented girl and you always inspire me
August 8th, 2008 at 3:39 pm
Sharla Says:
Hey Shanna, I sooo thought you would win the whole thing…top 5 is so amazing! I never would have thought about the visors, I do have foam, but the visors, on clearance…what a deal!!!
Thanks for sharing!
August 8th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Daniela Says:
I didn’t even see these or if I did I didn’t pay attention. What a great idea. I will look next time I am there, but, just in case, I would love to win these. Congrats on making it to the top 5!!! All your cards are beautiful.
August 8th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
Becky T Says:
Ahhhh, how did you not win??!! You were amazing, but I can honestly see that making the top 5 would be AWESOME! And look at all that scrappy goodness you’re gonna be getting! Woohoo! I’m so happy for you and I honestly think you rocked this contest. I am constantly amazed by you!
August 8th, 2008 at 4:03 pm
kerry Says:
Now I never would have guessed that about the glittery foam. Leave it up to your creative mind to see potential in those visors!
love ya shanna!
August 8th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
PaperCutting Kind of Day Says:
I so love your fun secret!!! Glad you got as far as you did in that competition - you really did great!
August 8th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
Ami D. Says:
Sorry, girl! Your cards were awesome and some great inspiration! Keep up the good work, though!
August 8th, 2008 at 5:06 pm
Kelly C. Says:
Congratulations on making it to the final round! I was with YOU all the way! Your cards totally rocked! Thanks for the tips with that glittery foam…it is a very cool find! Keep on blogging, I really enjoy reading yours, girly!
August 8th, 2008 at 5:38 pm
Juliana Says:
I was so hoping you would be the winner Shanna! All of your designs totally rocked & I especially loved the rainbow one! Thanks for sharing your little secret!
August 8th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
Cathy Says:
Sorry that you didn’t win the top spot, but top five is certainly a GREAT accomplishment. So is actually putting yourself and your work out there to be judged. Most people would not be brave enough to even try, so I hope you feel good just for that. Loved all your cards-to me you are the winner!!!
Cathy
August 8th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
Diana Says:
sorry to hear that you didn’t win, but I sure had fun watching what you created next. Awesome job!! Thanks for the inspiration.
August 8th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
Denine Says:
How creative! Your cards were gorgeous and congrats on making it as far as you did. You should be very proud!
August 8th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Danielle Says:
How cool! You are so creative!! I would have never thought to use those!
Sorry about the contest, I know how bummed you must feel…but you should be SO proud of yourself!! You were awesome and kicked BOO-TAY! Congratulations!!
Dani
August 8th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
Teri Says:
Shanna, I’m very surprised you didn’t win. Your stuff is amazing!!
(((HUGS))) and you’re the best, at least to me.
Teri
August 9th, 2008 at 6:48 am
Margee' Says:
Oh Shana! I thought you’d win!
Your stuff amazes me!
The idea using the foam is great!
Keep up the great creating!
August 9th, 2008 at 9:47 am
Kathy Griffith Says:
How sweet you are and I only wish that I could create cards half as good as you do. I love looking at your gallery for inspiration.
I think all your cards were amazing. Congrats on how far you did get.
August 9th, 2008 at 11:10 am
Melissa Says:
I was sure you were a lock! But you still won a ton of stuff and you have these awesome cards to share with us. I think if I were to pick and absolute favorite, I pick the rainbow. It jumps at me every single time I see it. Congrats on what you did accomplish. That is amazing to me right there.
August 9th, 2008 at 11:33 am
KimmyS Says:
I am SO dang upset that you didn’t win…I really am *wipessnotfrom nose*
I loved every single one of your cards and ESPECIALLY the last one - you should really send it to yourself because you rock.
How funky is that foam?? We never have any of those kinda things in the UK, I could have sworn as well they were glittered chipboard.
August 9th, 2008 at 11:47 am
Lacey Says:
I love love love the birthday card with the cake! SO cute!
I’m bummed for you that you didn’t win but how awesome to have gotten so far and have won all those awesome goodies!
Great idea with the foam hats! You totally rock!
August 9th, 2008 at 7:21 pm
Michelle Says:
two things.
first - BOOO! on that card. (yeah, I said it LOL) You should have won that thing baby!!!!!
and second - VISORS?!?! seriously. that is freaking BRIILLIANT!!!! I am seriously in awe over here. That’s way cool!!!!
August 10th, 2008 at 12:34 am
Martha Says:
You’re still a winner in my book Shana! Your cards were awesome! The visor thing is amazing! I never in a million years would have thought of that! Thanks for sharing your tip with us!
August 10th, 2008 at 7:29 am
Amy Coose Says:
Hey Shanna, I just wanted to tell you how much I adored your rainbow card. I think it’s my fav card EVER!!! Congrats on making it so far in the contest, you should be proud!
August 10th, 2008 at 7:40 am
Ivon (MattMom25) Says:
Gorgeous…Beautiful…Breathtaking…that’s all I can say about your cards. I didn’t get to vote since I just tapped into your blog today, but I did want to let you know that your work is lovely. YOU ARE A WINNER in my book of scrappers!!!
August 10th, 2008 at 10:37 pm
Melissa cobbs Says:
How stinkin’ cute are your cards!! I love the idea of repurposing stuff! Wonderful idea with the visors. I live so far away from a Michaels or a Hobby Lobby I never find the good stuff!!
Good luck everyone!!
August 11th, 2008 at 11:35 am
Donna Maziarz Says:
Hi SHanna,
I cannot believe that it is foam. It definitely looks like chipboard.
Awesome cards and thank you.
Donna
August 11th, 2008 at 1:28 pm
Deanna Payne Says:
LOOOOVE it! The foam idea that is. Hate that you didn’t win. I am so frustrated. I had myself convinced that you were the winner. What a let down. Congrats on top 5 anyway, Love you!
August 12th, 2008 at 3:06 am
Dianne Says:
Shanna, I loved everyone of your cards and voted each round. but as they say,,,, beta luck next time. It is a bummer as I really thought you would be the winer.
I just love the way u use what you can. Really looks like chipboard.
Hugs