Monday, August 9, 2010

Manic Monday---

This is going to be a crazy Monday--leaving Akron/Canton Ohio this morning driving to Columbus flying to Dallas, than going to the American Idol Concert tonight!  The NFL Hall of Fame was great--I took about 600 pictures (some are just awful but most are great) and I will be pulling those together to share with you next week--Dallas won so it was worth staying for!  On to the Card-
I challenged myself to see how many cards I could make from just two 12x12 sheets of pattern paper and supplies I already had--I made 6 cards (one a day this week) at a cost of less than $5.
This card is a simple A2 and I cut the top note from Cricut Lite Lacy Labels.  I used a stamp and some embossing powder for the sentiment--Life is better when it's fun!  That is so true.
I used the back side of the pattern paper which was a distressed solid and a Martha Stewart edge punch to create the trim and some deep purple gross grain ribbon (2.50 at Michael's).  A couple of purple pearls really help set it off.  I also used them on the inside to tie the total look together-
I love a fully furnished card--and the pearls on the inside make it very special. Like I said I have a card a day this week so stop in each day to check out the next creation--I promise no two look alike--so enjoy.
Make it a great one

13 comments:

  1. Bryan,

    I miss you!!! :) Glad to see you're having fun being as crafty as ever and the Football Hall of Fame sounds neat! I used to be a Dallas fan, too (I still like the team-just not as into football now that my former UCLA classmate has retired)...

    Have a safe trip back and a GREAT time at American Idol,

    Jennifer

    P.S.
    I can never thank you enough for all of your help with the baby shower!!! :) I REALLY appreciate it! We had a great time and everyone loved your creations. I even bought the baby paper from Hobby Lobby for the thank you notes (we had people self-address the envelopes and had a drawing for a prize; then I put stamps on them and it makes it so easy for the mother-to-be). I'll have to share the miniature magazine holder I made to keep them in...thank you, thank you, thank you! Mwah!

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  2. Beautiful card!!! Love the colors and papers. Have a great trip :)

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  3. Like this card! very pretty. I just have one question and maybe you can answer it in another segment. Do you take your Cricut with you on your trips? I going on vacation and would love to take mine but hardly think I would be able to. Have fun and enjoy all your travels.
    Mstgane
    Ann

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  4. Great card! I love the color. Any shade of purple is my favorite color! Great saying on the card. I will have to save this card to inspire me when my brain wont work!!LOL!! Thanks ...have a great time at the concert!

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  5. Oh I love this card! Very pretty and I love the paper! You are always having soooo much fun! I am so jealous! Thank you for sharing your card.

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  6. Great card and I just love the sentiment. Glad you had an awesome weekend!! Have a safe trip back home and a good time at the concert! :)

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  7. Nice card! want to see the others.. Have fun on your continued trip

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  8. Your card is so elegant. Love the sentiment and the colors. Oh an American Idol concert, how fun.
    Mary Ann

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  9. A very pretty card. I really like the "finished" insides that you do. What a great challenge for yourself! Have fun at American Idol!

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  10. Great card as usual. Can't wait to see what you have up your sleeves the rest of the week.

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  11. Hello Bryan,

    I'm a new follower and I love your cards. I love the beautiful colors. I REALLY REALLY want the MS cartridges :) on my wish list for now. Can't wait to see your next creation. Take care.

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  12. What a great challenge! I love the paper you have chosen and look forward to seeing all of your creations from it.
    Shellee

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