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Saturday, October 15, 2011

The Waiting Game

It's a beautiful Saturday morning here and I've got a list a mile long of things to do today, so I'll be quick! I'm a firm believer in the waiting game, as good things do come to those who wait.

I have some exciting happenings on my blog the next few days, as my birthday and The Bald Dragonfly's anniversary occur on the same day. Look out for a giveaway!


I wanted to throw my hat in for Market Street Stamps Special Edition Block Party. Congratulations to them for turning a year old! There are some fabulous entries so far, I was a bit intimidated to enter this one, but I couldn't resist, I love their stamps and I think I added some cute personal touches. This snail from Slow Movin' is so cute, it is a large size so it can hold its own on a card. I added my own touches by replacing the stamped shell with dyed rolled ribbon and the antenae with knotted string. The grass is from Homegrown. I added a touch of pink ink for the cheeks-too cute! and softened everything up a bit with some creamy brown ink on the edges.

Supplies:
Cardstock: (Kraft) PTI
Patterned Paper: (Stella & Rose) My Mind's Eye
Stamps: (Slow Movin', Homegrown) Market Street Stamps
Ink: (Vintage Photo Distress) Ranger, (Sabd Beige, Petal Pink) Versacolor
Fiber: (Ivory Silk, Natural Burlap String) May Arts
Other: (Medallion Chalk Mist) Tattered Angels
Tools: (Corner Chomper) WR Memory Keepers
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50 comments:

  1. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)October 15, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Love what you've done with the snail's shell. Great texture (hint hint, Moxie fab). And the patterned paper is great, almost looks like one of your misting/distressed backgrounds.

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  2. Jen W.October 15, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    This is gorgeous and he totally does hold his own. The shell is brilliant!

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  3. Handmade Creations by StephanieOctober 15, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Omg so cute Karen and love how you used the ribbon!!!!

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  4. LynnOctober 15, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    You most definitely added some unique and gorgeous touches! Love the twine and the ribbon. Adorable and classy at the same time!

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  5. LaurelOctober 15, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Adorable card! LOVE what you have done with your snail!

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  6. BrandiOctober 15, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    This really is adorable! I love how you used the ribbon for the shell! Great job!

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  7. Isabelle P.October 15, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Une merveilleuse idée cette coquille d'escargot ! J'aime ta carte !

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  8. Annette AllenOctober 15, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    I agree that is some fabulous entries... and your is one of them... This card is amazing..love what you did with that ribbon ..very cute..

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  9. JessicaOctober 15, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Very cute. I love the ribbon shell.

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  10. Sherry EckbladOctober 15, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    absolutlely love this!

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  11. LinOctober 15, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Oh this is darling, right up my alley (a lover of all things flowered!)

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  12. ~amy~October 15, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    This is cutest card ever!!!!!!!

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  13. lisa aranaOctober 15, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    OMG, this is super fabulous. I love the texture the ribbon gives that super cute snail.

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  14. CherylOctober 15, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    So cute! What a great & creative way to use ribbon.

    Have a wonderful day! (We have some beautiful weather down here today. I hope it is nice by you too.)

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  15. jengdOctober 15, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    GREAT idea for the shell- looks fabulous!

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  16. Laurel BeardOctober 15, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    This is adorable and I love your creative take with the snail's back. I would have neve thought of doing that! Brilliant.

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  17. BarbOctober 15, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Hi Karen! I wanted to come by and thank you for your recent comments on my blog. I'm so glad I've found yours, and I'm looking forward to visiting you more. Darling card - love the way you used the ribbon on the snail! So clever! :)

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  18. Lisa PetrellaOctober 15, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    ADORABLE!! So clever to use the ribbon for the shell!! And the sentiment is PERFECT too!!! LOVE this card, Karen!!!

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  19. Tenia NelsonOctober 15, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    So so love this card dearie!!! You are just sooooo awesome !!!!

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  20. ChristinaOctober 15, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    You are just too creative for words, Karen! The ribbon "shell" absolutely makes this darling card. Good luck in the Market Street challenge!

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  21. ChunyuanOctober 15, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    This is so creative. Love what you have done with the snail shell and antenna. The misting is gorgeous.

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  22. Jay GeeOctober 15, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Well, by adding your own 'touches' to this stamp, you have made a fabulous card! This is so clever and so adorable :)

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  23. Alice October 15, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    love love love your snail, Karen! that rolled ribbon shell is genius. i adore this fab card, girl! hope you have a beautiful weekend!

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  24. Savannah O'GwynnOctober 15, 2011 at 7:43 PM

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  25. WendyOctober 15, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Darling Karen!!!! I hope you have a good weekend!

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  26. jenOctober 15, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    this is so fun! I adore his ribbon shell & twine antennae!!! :D

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  27. Diane JaquayOctober 15, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    This is so UNIQUE, I love it, Karen!!!

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  28. Mona PendletonOctober 16, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    What a darling card! Love the flower bud snail!

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  29. JessOctober 16, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    So gorgeous Karen! I really love that snail and the rolled ribbon shell is genius!

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  30. NancyOctober 16, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    So cute and creative, Karen! Love this!

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  31. Cynthia SchelzigOctober 16, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Love your snail and just cruised down your blog to catch up as I was away for almost 4 weeks....wonderful projects as always. Have a nice Sunday!

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  32. farmhouse-storyOctober 16, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    what a lovely...snail! never thought i'd write that! and i didn't realize your bday and blog day were the same day--how cool!

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  33. Emily LeiphartOctober 16, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    This is adorable! I love the ribbon shell.

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  34. Amy KollingOctober 16, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Well, how clever is that! Love your creativity with this snail image! Thanks for coming to the MSS Block Party!

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  35. ~Tammy~October 16, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    This is just fabulous and I love your clever idea to use the rolled ribbon for his shell! Too cool!

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  36. Michele GrossOctober 16, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Oh Karen! This is soooo sweet! I love what you did to dress up the snail shell-its so creative! Glad you came to the Market Street Block Party :)

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  37. LindseyOctober 16, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Super-cute snail and wonderful card! I'll be entering this challenge, too! (And yes, also even though I feel a little intimidated. You certainly shouldn't!)

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  38. Virginia L.October 16, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    This sure is a CUTIE, Karen!! Your snail can not be more DARLING! I love the use of ribbons!SO creative!!

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  39. LindsayOctober 17, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    This card is sooo cute Karen! LOVE that little snail and his rolled ribbon back!

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  40. Audrey PettitOctober 17, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    How genius!!

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  41. Stephanie WashburnOctober 17, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Oh my goodness! LOVE this, Karen! The way you used the ribbon for the shell is genious! So FUN!

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  42. Jocelyn OlsonOctober 17, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    The ribbon shell is so perfect! I love it!! The colors you used (including the sweet pink cheeks) are so pretty together. You're so amazing!

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  43. MariaOctober 17, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Oh my!!! LOVE this card with the snail and ribbon! Great sentiment also! It's perfect...LOVE IT!!!

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  44. Heather InnusaOctober 18, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Ok, this is entirely too cute!!! I love it so much - you nailed it!!! What a fun idea!!

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  45. Colleen DietrichOctober 18, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Karen, saw this ADORABLE snail over at MSS gallery. Had to tell you how cute it is! Very touchable.

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  46. JennyOctober 18, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    That's such a cool way to make a snail shell, super sweet :)
    Jenny x

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  47. JoOctober 18, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Loved this Karen! I cased it, it was perfect for what I needed, hope you don't mind! It's going on my blog tomorrow if you want to have a looksie. :-)

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  48. TrinhOctober 18, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Awww, I love how you used the ribbon for the snail!

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  49. Angelica - Market Street StampsOctober 20, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    This is SOOOO darling!! I love the addition of the ribbon on the snail! Thank you so much for the sweet wishes, we LOVE seeing what you create with our stamps, Karen!!! <3

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  50. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comOctober 24, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Awww, love the ribbon!

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