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Sunday, March 18, 2012

Cherished Aunt



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Day Two of The Craft's Meow Birthday Bash is underway! Today the showcase is all on the beautiful set called Cherished designed by Nina B. for The Craft's Meow. You can visit The Craft's Meow Blog for links to the other designers showcasing this set and while you are there, read all about the challenge that is going on~be inspired as we have by the image below:

My card features the focal image stamped in white, heat set and then colored lightly with markers. The decorative panel was adhered to a card base that had previously been stamped with some sentiments included in the set. After a touch of lace and twine (my favorite!), I added a focal sentiment.

 

***Did you hear, did you see? There are also some FREE digital images available if you don't have any The Craft's Meow Stamps. Like The Craft's Meow on Facebook and then click here! Guess what?! You'll have to let me know what you think of them because I designed them! Can't wait to see what you create with them!***

On a personal note, I experienced serious issues with my internet browsing system so the windows I had open to comment on your lovely creations were no longer there after my system was up and running. In short, I will make sure to catch up with your beautiful and inspiring creations the next time you post. Lesson learned to comment right away!

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39 comments:

  1. Sherry EckbladMarch 18, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    Oh Karen, this has to go down as one of my top 100 cards designed by you.

    Oh and I love your two digitals.

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  2. Jay GeeMarch 18, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    The softness of the colour palette is gorgeous Karen and I love the lace and that cool little 'paper clip' :)

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  3. BabyBokChoyMarch 18, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    You interpreted that photo most magnificently in your card!! i love the homey and rustic feel to it!

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  4. Sue DMarch 18, 2012 at 8:00 AM

    Very pretty--I like the subtle coloring over white.

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  5. ~amy~March 18, 2012 at 8:33 AM

    Karen, I love what you've done with the blooms! Such a wonderful card!

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  6. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)March 18, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    Beautiful card, love how you stamped the sentiment in the background...

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  7. Chris - Creations in BloomMarch 18, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    spectacular! Oh this color palette really speaks to me and love the way you added the tag... looks like the gift tag you get when you receive flowers from the Florist. Of course it wouldn't be that pretty from the florist. : )

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  8. AimesMarch 18, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    Oooh stamping on the kraft is seriously delicious, Karen! So rustic and pretty (along with your fabulous background stamping!)
    Hugs,
    Aimes
    x

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  9. BarbMarch 18, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    Love the stamping and coloring on kraft, Karen! Gorgeous card!

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  10. LynnMarch 18, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Karen, this is absolutely beyond beautiful. I LOVE this. It is amazing.

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  11. Lisa EltonMarch 18, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Beautiful Karen! Love the soft colors and you sweet lace twine trim.

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  12. papertrails leaverMarch 18, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    such a lovely card! Love the colors in earthy tones!

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  13. Miriam PrantnerMarch 18, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    This is beautiful! Love how you created the background using the sentiment stamps, and then the coloring on kraft after stamping in white. really stunning.

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  14. Holly AKA KopyKatMarch 18, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    so pretty

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  15. rlovewMarch 18, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    Love the use of the white for the main stamping!

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  16. Larissa HeskettMarch 18, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    THis card is BEAUTIFUL!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

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  17. Marlena M.March 18, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    Oooh, Karen, these muted colors are stunning. Awesome elegance.

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  18. Virginia L.March 18, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    Love the soft and muted color combo! Stunning!

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  19. Mrs. HillMarch 18, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    I love the words on the background! A lovely subtle touch that coordinates so well!

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  20. Mrs. HillMarch 18, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Oh, and the digi stamps are beautiful of course! I can't wait to use them on one of these challenges!

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  21. ElsMarch 18, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Gorgeous card, Karen!! Love the colors!

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  22. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    This card is exquisite. There's nothing I'd change. Thanks, too, for the free digi stamps. I just subscribed and am looking forward to more of your creations. I certainly like all I've seen.

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  23. LindsayMarch 18, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    So rustic, and so gorgeous Karen!

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  24. UnknownMarch 18, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Love the aged look of your card! Super COOL! ;o)

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  25. AnonymousMarch 18, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    Loving the subtle colouring with the white stamping! Another beautiful card Karen!

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  26. TrinhMarch 18, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    Beautiful interpretation of the photo! Love the soft coloring on kraft.

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  27. Lisa AranaMarch 18, 2012 at 8:02 PM

    gorgeous!!! love the coloring on kraft.

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  28. FrancineBMarch 18, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    Beautiful card. I love the soft coloring against the kraft background.

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  29. Jen W.March 18, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    This is beautiful, Karen! I love the effect of the outline stamped in white and the soft colouring. Really lovely.

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  30. alexandra s.m.March 18, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    Love Love your card Karen!
    Such a natural yet quite sophisticated feel about it!

    Thank you~

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  31. RoseMarch 18, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    gasp! this is stunning :)

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  32. jenMarch 19, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    What a lovely take on the inspiration, and another gorgeous image!

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  33. VickyMarch 19, 2012 at 5:51 AM

    so very soft! really beautiful

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  34. JennyMarch 19, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Oh how beautiful is the soft colouring Karen, it's so rustic and pretty....love the crocheted lace too :0)
    Jenny x

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  35. ChristinaMarch 19, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    I'm speechless, Karen. This is stunning!

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  36. LynndaMarch 19, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    WOW... Karen...I love what you've done with the blooms! Such a wonderful card! hugs...xoxo

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  37. Alice March 20, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    love that you stamped the image in white. beautiful card!

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  38. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    beautiful! i LOVE your coloring...crazy jealous in Canada :)

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  39. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comMarch 23, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    So delicate with the white and kraft combo.

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