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Free For All Friday ...and a Giveaway!!!!

It's Friday - I think I'm going to take next Friday off.  I need a day of nothing ;)  Yes, we're busy around here.  Busy keying orders, getting product set-up on the wholesale site, shipping product sample requests, preparing for Scrapfest and more! 

I've got a few things to share with you.  Last Saturday I posted some CHA pics.  If you didn't get a chance to see them, you can view them here.  Speaking of CHA...we've been featured on a couple of sites.  If you would like to see what people are saying about Jillibean Soup, take a look at the following sites...

About.com  - one of our CHA layouts was picked as "Best Scrapbook Page Idea" (congrats Mel ;))

PaperCrafter"s Corner - our Christmas Eve Chowder was picked as the 2nd best Christmas line (we'll take that out of the 30 collections offered)

Shimelle.com - scroll down to the bottom of the post to see one of our cute, easy make n' takes with Jen. ;)

Scrapbook Update - Jillibean Soup made their CHA Top Ten!

Thanks for the love, everyone!!!!

Next up....Did anyone see those cute t-shirts we had on at the last day of CHA - the "Hangin' with my Gnomies" shirt? 

 

I've got a t-shirt that's up for grabs!!!!  If you would like to win a "Hangin' with My Gnomies" t-shirt - leave a comment.  We'll pick a winner Monday morning!

Good Luck and have a great weekend!!!

Jill

 

Layouts on Thursday and a Sketch Contest!

Good morning!  We're starting off the day right with some fabulous layouts from the design team and another great sketch from Julie Bonner.  Check it out!

 
Kauai Layout by Lisa VanderVeen

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper:  Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice
Cardstock Stickers:  Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Pea Pod Parts:  Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Sugar Picks:  Butterflies
Corrugated Kraft Alphas:  Light Blue
Canvas Flowers:  Green Grid

Other:  Cardstock:  Bazzill, Punches:  EK Success and Fiskars.

 
Sticky Treat Layout by Mel Blackburn

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper:  Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber, Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell Pepper, Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Coordinating Diecuts: Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Journaling Sprouts: Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Corrugated Alphas: white

Other: Maya Road Chipboard Sun, Jenni Bowlin Ink, Hampton Art Alpha Stamps, Slice Summer Cartridge.

 
Summer Fun Layout by Stephanie Klauck

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Chicken Noodle/Dried Egg Noodles, Atomic Soup/Stirred Elements 
Journaling Sprouts: Watermelon Gazpacho
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho
Bean Stalks: Red/Brown 

Other: WorldWin Papers Cardstock; Silhouette, Buttons.

 
The Good Stuff Layout by Teka Cochonneau

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes, Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell Pepper
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho
Corrugated Shapes: Hearts
Bean Blossoms: Red
Pea Pods:  Watermelon Gazpacho
Bean Stalks: Blue/Green Bakers Twine
Stamps: Unity/Jillibean Just a Note Itty Bitty Stamp Set
Folder: Kraft File Folder

Other: Cardstock, Sewing Machine, Silhouette SD, White Pen, Embossing Powder, brad, stapler, ribbon.

 
Fun Days Layout by Wendy Mckee

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cube, Watermelon Gazpachos/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers:Watermelon Gazpacho
Alphabeans: Baked Brown

Other:  White cardstock.

 
Ready 4 Action Layout by Julie Bonner

Supplies:

Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Dutch Mustard Soup/Gruyere Cheese, Dutch Mustard Soup/Creme Fraiche, Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes, Atomic Soup/Pinch of Electrons
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Dutch Mustard Soup, Watermelon Gazpacho
Journaling Sprouts: Watermelon Gazpacho
Pea Pods:  Watermelon Gazpacho

Corrugated Alphas: Kraft
Mini Kraft Alphas:  White

Other: Bazzill Cardstock, Thread.

 

SKETCH CONTEST!!!

 

We had a lot of positive response to Julie's sketch from the previous month.  So much positive response, that we decided to do it again!  Here's the latest for Julie's layout posted above.

 

 
Simply use this sketch along with some Jillibean Soup goodies and whip up a layout or a card. Share it with us on our Facebook page and we'll randomly select a few of your projects for an upcoming Soup Spotting. Then at the end of August, we will randomly select at least one person to receive some Jillibean Goodies. We can't wait to see what you create!

 

Now, you may remember last month's sketch.  If not, here it is.  We had picked a winner some time ago, but something happened and it never got posted. :(  We are going to blame Gnomeo, who has a tendency to be a little on the naughty side.  I've had a little chat with him and he apologized:)  So, Congrats to Audrey Yeager.....

 

Ride Layout by Audrey L. Yeager

 

I love how Audrey flipped the sketch and used a combination of Jillibean papers and products!

Audrey, when you get a minute, can you send your info to jill@jillibean-soup.com so we can get your goodies out to you?  Thanks to everyone who posted their take on the sketch on facebook.  The talent out there is amazing.  Have a great day!

 

Soup Spotting 7.27.11

Have you missed soup spotting?!  I have.  I love seeing what everybody creates with Jillibean Soup.  Here's some great inspiration to share with you.

First, here is a layout, which tributes the death of a very special man. 

 
Travel Safely by Bronwyn McConvey

A card featuring the brand new Sweet and Sour Soup Line!

 
A Note Just to Say Hi Card by Melissa Elsner

And a great layout made from some Watermelon Gazpacho that she won. 

 
Just Beachy Layout by Sarah Webb 

And one more layout featuring Dutch Mustard Soup. 

 
I Luv U 2 Layout by Joni Parker

If you would like to be considered for Soup Spotting, you can simply email me with your Jillibean Soup projects to jen@jillibean-soup.com or load up your projects to our Facebook page (there's a link to the left to sign up).  Thanks and have a fantastic day!

  

 

 

Projects on Tuesday

Hello Tuesday and hello Jillibean Soup fans!  Here's some projects all about summer....games, beaches, parties, and fresh produce!

 

 

 
Noughts and Crosses Game by Wendy Mckee

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber, Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes
Coordinating Die Cut Shapes: Watermelon
Kraft Mini Alphas: Black Alpha

Other : Button, American Crafts, Martha Stewart Butterfly punch, stones, bread board.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Beach Boy Mini Album by Carole Maurin

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Cardstock
Kraft File Folder
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell, Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho, Dutch Mustard, Chilled Strawberry
Die Cut Shapes: Watermelon Gazpacho
Corrugated Shapes: Arrows
Kraft Shipping Tags: Stock Tag

Other:  borders punches (Fiskars, Martha Stewart, EK Success),other punches (fiskars), buttons, rings (Toga).

 
Pinwheels by Laina Lamb

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Papers:  Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber
Diecut Shapes:  Watermelon Gazpacho

Other:  Tin baskets from Target, Styrofoam, fabric, Epiphany Round Epoxies, wooden dowels.

 
Strawberry Basket by Laina Lamb

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper:  Chilled Strawberry/Cup of Sour Cream, Chilled Strawberry/Frozen Strawberries, Soup Staples/Red Sugar
Journaling Sprouts:  Chilled Strawberry 

Other: Template from My Favorite Things, Cardstock, felt, floss, scallop punches, ribbon, wooden dowels.

Have a great day!  Tomorrow, I think there may be some soup spotting....

 

 

Cards and Projects on Monday!

Good Monday morning to everyone!  We survived a week of CHA Chicago!  It was wonderful.  Really!  Thank you so much for all your support.  It IS appreciated.  In August, we will be featuring the projects, cards, and layouts that were displayed in our booth.  Today, we have other cards and projects to share.  Enjoy!

 
All Things Card by Julie Bonner

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Card Base
Patterned Paper:  Blossom Soup/Cornmeal
Cardstock Stickers:  Pasta Fagioli
Corrugated Shapes:  Butterflies

Other:  cardstock, sewing.
  
You Make Me Happy Card by Linda Barber

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup

Kraft Card Base

Patterned Paper: Blossom Soup/Corn Kernel, Spotted Owl Soup/One Happy Day

Diecut Shapes: Blossom Soup

Cardstock Stickers: Blossom Soup

 

 
Life the Life Card by Mel Blackburn

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Dutch Mustard Soup/Gruyere Cheese/6x6 mini pad
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Dutch Mustard Soup
Coordinating Diecuts: Dutch Mustard Soup
Corrugated Shapes: Frames
Bean Stalks: Blue/Green Twine
Sugar Picks: Orange/Turquoise

Other: Thread, Safety Pin.

 
A Basket Full of Wishes Card by Stephanie Klauck

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Dutch Mustard Soup/Leeks, Chicken Noodle Soup/Dried Egg Noodles, Atomic Soup/Minced Molecules
Bean Stalks: Red/Brown
Stamps: Basket Full of Wishes (Unity/Jillibean)

Other: WorldWin Papers Cardstock, Copic Markers, Tsukineko Memento Ink, Stampin' Up Die, Tim Holtz Distress Ink, Fiskars Border Punch.

 
You Make Me Smile Card by Stephanie Klauck

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Card Base
Patterned Paper: Pasta Fagioli/Romano Cheese, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice, Seedless Cucumber
Pea Pods: Dutch Mustard Soup, Watermelon Gazpacho
Cardstock Stickers: Pasta Fagioli
Kraft Shipping Tags: Repair Tag

Other: WorldWin Papers Cardstock. Tim Holtz Tiny Attacher, Fiskars Border Punch.

 
Your Smile Card by Teka Cochonneau

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Card Base
Pattern Paper: Dutch Mustard/Creme Fraiche
Corrugated Shapes: Frames
Coordinating Stickers: Dutch Mustard, Blossom Soup
Bean Stalks: Mini Flower

Other: white cardstock.

  
I Love You Frame by Mel Blackburn

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Cardstock
Patterned Paper: Blossom Soup/Half Pound Blossom, Blossom Soup/Corn Kernels, Blossom Soup/Fresh Cilantro
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Blossom Soup
Journaling Sprouts: Blossom Soup
Corrugated Shapes: Heart, Butterflies
Sugar Picks: Flower

Other: Thread, MME Brad, Bouclair Frame, Weston Doily, Stampin Up Border Punch.

  
U & Me Notebook by Summer Fullerton 

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Cardstock
Patterned Paper: Blossom Soup/Anejo Cheese, Blossom Soup/Fresh Cilantro
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Blossom Soup, Dutch Mustard
Diecut Shapes: Blossom Soup
Sugar Picks: Butterfly
Bean Stalks: Red/Brown
**Discontinued Jillbean Soup Brown Ribbon

Other: Notebook Office Depot and Fiskars border punch.

Have a great day!

 

CHA Show Wrap-Up and "Extras" Winner Announced!

Warning: Extra LONG post!!!  So much to say and so little time to do it during CHA!  There's always a time change for us when we travel west.  Of course California is a litttle longer trip than Chicago but for some reason my body doesn't always cooperate with the time change.  Every day we're up early and we stay up late eating dinner and chatting about the events of the day.  I made it home Friday around 4pm and fell asleep at 7pm.  I slept 12+ hours!  Finally today (Sunday) I feel like posting something.  You would think I'm getting old or something. ;) 

How about some pics from the show...

 

Empty booth - just plain walls.  I know we show this to you everytime, hope you don't get bored with seeing the same pics each show!

 

Newbie Laina gets stuck cutting out scalloped titles.  We do it to all the "new blood". :)

 

What to do with all this "stuff"!!!!!  Don't ask Summer - she doesn't know.

 

Ahh, walls are up, corrugated tin is up, some things are starting to settle in to their spots.

 

Sweet & Sour board.

 

Homemade 6 Bean board.  By the way, I'm sure you'll be seeing more pics of the projects soon!

 

A fun board with Soup Labels, Felt Blossoms, Sugar Picks and samples on it!  The Soup Labels were a big hit at the show!

 

Look at this gorgeous flower box - all the flowers were made by Becky.  It was beautiful!

 

A fun idea using Christmas Chesnut Soup and brown bags - Lisa will share more pics of her Advent calendar soon!

 

Soup anyone! I had fun with some vintage letters and Kimber's embroidery hoops (filled with Jillibean papers).

 

Right view of the booth. 

 

Left view of the booth.

 

The screen door took a new turn - we used it to display fun cards and Unity stamp sets.

 

The "Crew" - we'll it's the Crew + 1.  Carson from Lilybee joined in for the fun - he really wanted one of our "Hangin' with my Gnomies" t-shirts!!!  I think we might have to give one away later on this week. 

Speaking of Giveaways...it's about time we pick a winner for that great pack of "Extras"!!!  Congrats to:

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 186

adore! Love all the new alphas!

Posted by: Jennifer Findlay | July 17, 2011 at 10:28 AM

Congrats Jennifer!  When you get a minute, can you send your information to jill@jillibean-soup.com so we can get your goodies out to you? 

Thank you everyone for playing along!  I'll answer several of your questions later on this week - some of them made me giggle and some you'll giggle at the answers.

Have a great week!!!

Jill

Layouts on Thursday!

Good morning from CHA Chicago!  It has been an absolute fantastic time meeting and visiting with all the people who visited our booth.   As the week comes to a close, we will show you some more pictures.  Meanwhile, there are more layouts from the design team to share with you.

 
Love You Layout by Nicole Nowosad

 

Supplies:

Jillibean Soup

Patterned Paper: Spotted Owl Soup/5 Totally Fun Tunes, Spotted Owl Soup/2 Cups of Confetti, Blossom Soup/Half Pound of Blossoms, Chilled Strawberry Soup/Whipped Cream, Soup Staples/Pink Sugar, Soup Staples/Brown Sugar

Pea Pods: Dutch Mustard Soup, Blossom Soup

Journaling Sprouts: Blossom Soup

Corrugated Shapes: Heart

Sugar Picks: Butterfly, Heart

Alphabeans: Baked Brown

Cardstock stickers: Blossom Soup, Dutch Mustard Soup

Unity Stamps for Jillibean: Blossom Soup

 

Other: stitching, Making Memories Slice, Speedball Acrylic ink, Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist, Stampin™ Up ink, white cardstock.

 

 

 
One Month Layout by Becky Williams 

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup

Patterned Paper: Monster Stew/Bunch of Monsters, Dutch Mustard Soup/Cornstarch, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber, Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell Pepper, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Chilled Strawberry Soup/ Whipped Cream
Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho, Blossom Soup, Chilled Strawberry Soup
Pea Pod Parts: Blossom Soup, Watermelon Gazpacho, Chilled Strawberry Soup

Journaling Sprouts: Blossom Soup
Corrugated Alphas: Kraft

Other: misc. trims from craft supply, pearls from Queen and Co., staples.

 

 

 
Mother's Day Poem Layout by Jenifer Harkin

 

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell Pepper, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Seedless Cucumber

Coordinating Cardstock Stickers: Watermelon Gazpacho, Blossom Soup
Pea Pods:  Watermelon Gazpacho 

Journaling Sprouts: Watermelon Gazpacho
Sugar Picks:  Red/brown

 

Boy Oh Boy Layout by Laina Lamb

 

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper:  Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice
Cardstock Stickers:  Watermelon Gazpacho
Diecut Shapes:  Watermelon
Corrugated Alphas: Red

Other: Cardstock, Epiphany Crafts Heart and Round Epoxy, brad, floss.

 
Birthday Boy Layout by Linda Barber

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Cardstock
Patterned Paper: Spotted Owl Soup/Dancing Hats, Spotted Owl Soup/One Happy Day
Mini Paper Pad: Spotted Owl Soup
Journaling Sprouts: Spotted Owl Soup
Diecut Shapes: Spotted Owl Soup
Sugar Picks: Butterfly

Other: circle punch.

 
A Note from Me to You by Teka Cochonneau

Supplies:

Jillibean Soup
Pattern Paper: Blossom Soup/Cornmeal, Blossom Soup/Corn Kernels, Old World
Cabbage/Red Peppers
Bean Blossoms:  Brown
Corrugated Shapes: Butterflies
Coordinating Stickers: Blossom Soup
Bean Stalks:  Mini Flowers, Blue/Green Bakers Twine
Jillibean/Unity Stamps: Unity Basket Full of... Itty Bitty

Other: Kraft/white cardstock, Notebook Punch, Spray Mists (for the corrugated shapes), Sewing Machine, White Pigment Ink Pad.

Thanks for all of your support!  Have a great day!

 

Where's Gnomeo?

Let's have a little fun today with Gnomeo!  Gnomeo has been hanging out with us at CHA Chicago. Laina created this 6" Gnome that could go everywhere with us.  He's really been busy.  Here he is hanging out in the crate while we we're busy setting up the booth.

 
Do you see him hanging out with Mr. Bean? 
Gnomeo also ventured outside the Jillibean booth!  Here he is at the Bella Blvd booth.....

 
and at the Nicki Sivils booth.

 
We have lots more pics to share with you but we're tired.  It was  great first day!  Lots of love from our retailers and Soup fans.  If you want to check out more Jillibean booth shots, and possible Gnomeo sightings, check out design team member Summer Fullerton's blog.

Have a great day!

 
 
 

Guest Designer Tuesday-Donna Jannuzzi

Good morning from CHA Chicago!  The gang is all here and we're ready to roll!  We are excited to show you the latest and greatest projects in action.  Meanwhile, we complete our month with guest designer Donna Jannuzzi.  Thank you Donna for all the great layouts and cards you provided this month.

 
Yogurt Pops Layout by Donna Jannuzzi

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Patterned Paper:  Watermelon Gazpacho/Ice Cubes, Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint,  Watermelon Gazpacho/Yellow Bell Pepper 
Pea Pods:  Watermelon Gazpacho, Blossom Soup
Coordinating Stickers:  Watermelon Gazpacho, Chilled Strawberry, Old World Cabbage
Journaling Sprouts:  Watermelon Gazpacho

Other:  small letter stickers, rhinestones, foam adhesive.

Come back tomorrow for some CHA fun!  Have a great day!

 

Cards and a Project on Monday

Good Monday morning!  I've packed my bags and I'm off to CHA in Chicago!  I'll be joining the Big Bean herself, along with Kimber, Summer, and Laina.  If you get a chance, stop by, say hello, and join in the fun!  Here's a great group of cards and a project by the design team to get the week started off right.

 
Thank You Berry Much Card by Becky Williams

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Card base
Patterned Paper: Chilled Strawberry Soup/Frozen Strawberries, Egg Drop Soup/White Pepper, Watermelon Gazpacho/Sprig of Mint
Pea Pod Parts: Chilled Strawberry Soup
Stamps: Just a Note by Unity Stamp Co.

Other: twine, foam adhesive, KaiserCraft pearl.

 

 

Thank You Card by Jenifer Harkin

 

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Kraft Card
Patterned Paper: Watermelon Gazpacho/Watermelon, Watermelon Gazpacho/Orange Juice, Soup Staples/Light Blue Sugar
Diecut Shapes: Blossom Soup
Bean Stalks: Mini Flowers

Other: Martha Stewart Fringe Makers, I-Top Brad Maker.

 

 

For You Card by Nicole Nowosad

 

Supplies:

Jillibean Soup

Patterned Paper: Dutch Mustard 6x6 paper pad

Pea Pods: Blossom Soup

Orange/Yellow Bakers Twine

Sugar Picks: Green/Quartz

 

Other: buttons, stick pin, stitching, white Bazzill cardstock, Kaisercraft pearl.

 

 
Just A Note Card by Teka Cochonneau

Supplies:
Jillibean Soup
Bean Blossoms: Brown
Bean Stalks: Mini Flower
Stamp: Unity/Jillibean Just a Note Itty Bitty Stamp Set

Other: Kraft cardstock, brown ink.

 

Trio of Paper Flower Hair Clips by Summer Fullerton Supplies: Jillibean Soup Patterned Paper: Monster Stew/Pinch of Hair, Pasta Fagioli/Romano Cheese, Pasta Fagioli/Blended Beans, Blossom Soup/Fresh Cilantro, Dutch Mustard/Wholegrain Mustard Corrugated Shapes: buttons Other: Bazzill cardstock scraps, Fiskars scallop punch, misc gemstones, Silhouette/Cricut, hair clips/headband and hot glue gun.