Wednesday, July 13, 2011

BACK from a short break . . .

. . . it's time for another challenge at The Sisterhood of Crafters!

Yes, we kind of sneaked in an extra week between challenges, but we are back and ready for some fun!!  Today Tanis is our hostess and our challenge is all about creating with 'THANK YOU' in mind. 

Our challenge sponsor  is 
Priyanka at Gillu's Gallery and she's got a gift certificate for the winner - three digis from her store! BONUS!



 We, at the Sisterhood, have been THRILLED with the participation we've been receiving on our challenges and would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to you for all your kindness!!
THANK YOU!!

Always in need of Thank You cards, I took this opportunity and created not one .... but two cards for you today!

My first card using a lovely image Galliu's Gallery.
(click on image to enlarge)
 Recipe:
Papers - Prima Sweet Fairy Collect designer paper, white cardstock
Inks - SU 'Almost Amethyst'
Accessories - Prismacolor markers, Spellbinder Labels 9, Hero Arts Sentiment stamp, Sponge dauber for shadowing, Kaiser pearls, Fiskars swivel craft knife

 Secondly is another CAS (clean & simple) creation that anyone could 'case' in a very short amount of time.


(click on image to enlarge)
Recipe:
Stamps - SU Elegant Greetings
Paper - White and Teal cardstock
Accessories - Sizzix swirl embossing folder, teal organza ribbon from Michael's, Spellbinder classic circle die, Spellbinder Lacey Circles, Martha Stewart Lacy Butterfly




Other Challenges:
Divas by Design - Pastels
Fresh Brewed Blog - Triple Play
Scrapbook Sisters - Thank You
Craft-room Challenge -Butterflies
Digital Tuesday - Spellbound


Please be sure to pop on over to our challenge blog ... check it out ... then come join in the fun!! I can't wait to see your creation!  I gather so much inspiration from everyone's talented works of art ... 'keep 'em coming'.  Have a great day!! 


Hugs,
Darlene
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  1. Renee MatareseJuly 13, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Wow Darlene...this is SO EERIE!! Take a look at the card that I posted this morning. There must have been something in the air. Needless to say, I love your card. The blue pops so wonderfully against the white.

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  2. Heather D. ~ Fresh Brewed DesignsJuly 13, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Oh, seeing the comment above about it being eerie has me very intrigued ;) lol!!!

    Your cards are BEAUTIFUL!!! I love your hummingbird and the three panels. I also love your white and teal card with the three eye catching diecut pieces!

    Thank you for playing along this week at Freshly Brewed Challenges!

    Heather D.
    www.freshbreweddesigns.com

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  3. GaleJuly 13, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Both cards are beautiful. Love the colors and layouts.
    Thanks for playing with us in our "do it in threes" challenge at Fresh Brewed Designs!
    :) Gale

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  4. DebiJuly 14, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Darlene- what an elegant card- teal is one of my fav colours :-) Thanks for joining us at Craft Room Challenge, debi x

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  5. hazelJuly 14, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Both are fabulous cards Darlene - beautiful colours. Thank you for joining us at Craft-Room Challenge.
    xxx Hazel.

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  6. ZoechaosJuly 14, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Very pretty card, love the teal against the embossed white. Thank you for sharing with us at Craft-Room Challenge. XOXO Zoe

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  7. MariaJuly 14, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Gorgeous card! I love the teal and it looks especially nice teamed up with the white - the butterflies look lovely in that colour. Good luck and thanks for joining in at the Craft-Room Challenge. Maria x

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  8. Kim BJuly 14, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Both cards are lovely but I am partial to the turqoise. Thanks for joining us at Craft-Room Challenge. Kim x

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  9. UnknownJuly 14, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    both cards are beautiful! Thank you so much for joining us at clear It Out

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  10. Dolly DaydreamsJuly 15, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Lovely card with such super butterflies and truly gorgeous colour combos.

    Marie

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  11. Dolly DaydreamsJuly 15, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Lovely card with such super butterflies and truly gorgeous colour combos.

    Marie

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  12. EstherJuly 15, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Both are lovely cards but I especially like the CAS colours - Thanks so much for joining our Craft-Room Challenge...Esther xx

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  13. Gorse Auto DetailingJuly 15, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Those butterflies on the white embossing are quite striking!
    And humingbirds are my FAVORITE feathered friends!
    Great job on both cards!
    Thank you for joining us at the Fresh Brewed Challenge this week!

    Stacie

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  14. TLC DESIGNS, LLCJuly 23, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    This is really beautiful work, so detailed! I can tell you put alot of time into it! Thank you so much for entering the Diva's by Design pastels challenge and good luck!
    Hugs
    Tammy Louise
    P.S. I have some yummy candy available till 8-30 if you collect ~ three winners in all!

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