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Today's star left me speechless!!! Seriously I could not find words that can ever do justice to her phenomenal creations,,, She's truly an extraordinaire, she's Suganthi Mohan...

2. How and when did you start Quilling?
When I was looking for a tutorial for kusudama in folding trees website , I happened to see a tutorial for a quilled snowflake , I was at once impressed and tried it , I haven't stopped quilling since then. 

3. From where do you draw your inspiration?
I find inspiration from things around me, From my saree designs, rangolis , mehendi patterns so on and of course I find a lot of inspiration in other people's work and the internet. 

4. How would you describe your quilling style?




Wasn't I right, Suganthi's imagination is absolutely out of the creative box!!!  I really adore the perfection put into these projects,,, Thanks Suganthi for fluttering our hearts and thanks to our visitors too...
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It's sad to say good-bye to our very own Fascinating Fridays' team members- Tammy Hobbs and Yuzz Yusof who will not be able to serve with us any more :( We are very grateful to both of you and wish you all the best in your crafting career, blogging life and every opportunity you come through!!!!
On the other hand, we're so pleased to take up a new member who was just featured few days back---it's the creative Hussena Calcuttawala!!! Welcome friend; we're very excited to have you on board and really await your features,,,
As we're welcoming new members this month we're celebrating it with a grand GIVEAWAY (just read posts below for more info)...Lovely day to all ❤ ❤

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Our feature today is a true inspiration!!! Though CAS cards may seem so simple to make, its quite challenging to give them the 'wow' factor... But Jennifer has proved us wrong as all her creations are the by-products of a brilliant artistry :) :) Let's introduce you to Jennifer Rzasa:


Tell me a little bit about yourself. 
I am an elementary music teacher, and I also teach private instrumental lessons. My husband and I spend at least one day each week hanging out in Boston (we live about 25 min away....I wish we were closer!). We're both 28, but we certainly act like we are still in high school...skateboarding, video games, heavy metal/rock concerts, comics, costumes....the list goes on. I love making things- obviously paper crafts are at the top of the list, but I also enjoy painting, designing jewelry, and sewing. 

When and how did you start cardmaking? 
When I was planning my wedding, out of the blue I decided to make my own place cards- even though I had never done paper crafts before. I'm kind of glad that I don't have any pictures of them- they were not impressive! But it was a wonderfully rewarding experience, and from there I "graduated" to card making.

What inspires you to create? 
I am inspired by sunshine. I know it sounds cheesy, but I LOVE when I am in my craft room with the windows open, and the warm sunlight is beaming down on me. I craft at night as well, but when I do I often have those "stare-at-the-blank-cardstock-because-you-have-no-idea-what-to-do-next" moments! I'm also inspired by the gorgeous work of other paper crafters.

What is your favorite technique? Why? 
I love adding texture and dimension to my cards with foam tape. I'm not sure if you can call that a "technique," but I find it adds the most impact to my clean and simple cards. I am also always giddy when I use embossing powder- I love watching it melt into a beautiful, shiny design!

Who are your favorite paper crafters at the time? Why?
This is so tough to narrow down- I can't even count how many papercrafting blogs I subscribe to in my google reader! But some names that come to mind right away are Cristina Kowalczyk, Laura Bassen, and Maile Belles.

Describe your style. 
Clean and Simple! I occasionally venture off into other styles, but they always make me feel uncomfortable so I end up back at CAS. Some people might think that simple cards are easy, but since there are not many elements, any error is blatantly obvious! I have trashed many cards because my sentiment was stamped slightly crooked, or because I got a stray ink mark on a white card base. I can get quite meticulous while crafting!

Are you on any design teams at the time? Have you been published in any magazines?
I started my own challenge site, the Runway Inspired Challenge, and of course I am on the DT for that. Other current DTs are Clear and Simple Stamps, Hambly Screen Prints, My Thoughts Exactly, SP and Company, and Young Crafters Unite. I've been published 5 times (including a cover on the March/April issue of Paper Crafts Magazine!), and I have another publication coming in July.

What is your favorite thing(s) about creating? 
The warm and fuzzy feeling I get when a project is completed! I love photographing a new project and posting it on my blog for others to enjoy and gain inspiration from. And since I make cards, I adore mailing them to friends and family....it truly is a wonderful hobby!!


Get your inspirational dose for today!!!



Incredible, aren't they?? Not only the cards are magnificent but the photography is simply superb!!! Wish you could click my cards' pics too, lol... Thanks Ms. Jennifer for giving us some of your precious time and thanks to our visitors too... Leave a comment here to win... Fantastic Friday!!!!

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Today will be fascinated by a quilling artist who creates such clean pretty pieces... Her imagination has no boundaries which is quiet evidenced by creations that are just heart-stirring!!! Who's that?? Let's see:

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Our muse this week is sweet Tejal who has taken crafting as a life-long career... As you browse her blog you'll discover that she enjoys other crafts too... Without further ado, let's introduce you to:

1. Tell us a little about yourself and your family. 
I am a physiotherapist turned crafter who has given up her profession for the love of crafting. I’ve been crafting seriously for the last 2 years and it was just a hobby for 4 yrs before that… I’ve always believed that “Doing what you love will always keep you happy” though it may not fill your pockets or pay your bills!! (LOL) I stay in the city of Ahmedabad, Gujarat in India and have been married to my dear dear husband for 3 yrs..He is my biggest fan and supporter.. 

2. How and when did you start crafting? 
I picked my first stamp set way back in 2005 when it was first brought out in India, and not knowing how to use it, I turned to the net for means and ways…and therein started a journey of exploring and learning! And to this day I haven’t looked back..I have been crafting seriously since the last 2 yrs.. 

3. From where do you draw your inspiration? 
I would be lying if I say I am self inspired, more often than not I am inspired by other crafters, I love browsing through galleries at Splitcoaststampers, 2 peas in a bucket and my recent source is Pinterest. The tons of challenge blogs also provide wonderful ways to channel my creativity… I love looking out for designs when I’m traveling…especially in fabrics.. 

4. How would you describe your style? 
An absolute CAS lover (clean and simple). I love stamping…and you will hardly find patterned papers on my cards…It’s usually a white or black CS folded in half! 

5. What are the 5 top tools in your crafting space? 
I love my tools, but 5 that I can’t do without..are my paper trimmer, my x-acto knife, my corner chomper, my click pencil (silly but I’ve had this pencil since 2006) and my uniball signo white gel pen. 

6. What’s your favorite technique? 
Stamping. And using distress inks with embossing. 

7. What are your go-to colors? 
Black white and turquoise….anyday! 

8. Do you sell your projects?
Yes I do.

9. What do you do when you aren’t crafting? Job? Other hobbies and interests? 
When I’m not crafting, I’m usually nose deep into books…I love reading and watching movies! I do make small pieces of jewelry like charms, key chains and earrings…and am trying to master use photoshop but as of now I can only create watermarks for my friends! Phew!!

10. Are you currently designing for any blog? 
Yes. I am on the Design Team for Pie Lane studios based in Pune India, and for Lulupu.com, a fabulous online store run by my friend Karuna.


Fabulous interview, now let's see some of Tejal's awe-inspiring cards:






I absolutely adore the striking effect in these cards. Paired with amazing pops of colours, and simple sentiments to finish off the cards, they are truly creations not to be missed!!! Thank you for sharing this beauty with us, Tejal :) :) 
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