Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Fun with Pinwheels

So I had a totally different card that I made tonight, but I realized that it's in that neutral/no color thing again. So I thought I'd mix things up! Here's a fun card with some color!

Do you remember making those pinwheels in elementary? So fun. Basically you start with a square, score evenly across the square and fold. Fold in the middle and adhere two end together, repeat. And for the record Jenni Bowlin paper works perfectly for this. The paper is really easy to fold.
Stamps: On the Desk (Cornish Heritage Farms)
Ink: Onyx Black (VersaFine)
Cardstock: Regal Rose (Stampin' Up)
Pattered Paper: Pretty Plaid (Jenni Bowlin), Friendly Fern (American Crafts)
Fibers: Black Embroidery Thread (DMC), Black Thread (Coats and Clark)
Punch: Cropodile

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25 comments:

  1. MichelleMarch 16, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    Those pinwheels are so fun!! - - fun all around...with the polka dots and the stitching...and what a great sentiment to go with!

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  2. BrandiMarch 16, 2010 at 5:58 AM

    Courtney,
    How Cute! You know I never made pinwheels in elementary school! I must have skipped that day! :)
    Thanks for sharing,
    Brandi

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  3. paperscissorsMarch 16, 2010 at 6:06 AM

    love the aqua colour and the pinwheel technique...i see flowers, christmas ornaments. snowmen, beachcalls,pumpkins, wheels on a bike, and that's just the beginning!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  4. Handmade Creations by StephanieMarch 16, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    This is such a fun card love the patterns!!!

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  5. Sarah CraigMarch 16, 2010 at 6:33 AM

    Now that is really cute! Great colors, simple - and I love the freehand stitching around the edge. Good work!!

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  6. Karen B.March 16, 2010 at 6:45 AM

    Bright and colorful, the two pinwheels pop off the blue with their texture, patterns and colors. I envy your choice of colors and patterns. Fun card.

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  7. Laurel BeardMarch 16, 2010 at 7:19 AM

    Oh my gosh! How stinkin cute is this. LOVE THIS. I have to say, I have never made pinwheels before. I must have missed out on that in school, :(. Your pinwheels are amazing. Now, to google how to make these pinwheels because I bet my son would get a kick out of making these! Thanks so much for sharing. I love it. I love the brightness of the paper and the layout of your card SO FUN!

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  8. NancyMarch 16, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    What a FUN idea! I love those sweet pinwheels. Great colors and so cheerful! Fantastic card!

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  9. LaurelMarch 16, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    So cute!

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  10. KayMarch 16, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    Super cute! I remember making these pin wheels in junior high. They're adorable on your card! I love those Jenni Bowlin papers, too! ♥♥ Kay

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  11. wendypMarch 16, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    super cute idea! Love the fun bright colors!!!

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  12. ~amy~March 16, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    okay, this is adorable...love the pinwheels and the colors...such a happy card!

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  13. KarenMarch 16, 2010 at 9:04 AM

    Uber fun! And just love that sentiment!! Oh yea....I love your neutral cards too, so when are we gonna see that one too?? :>:>

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  14. SaraMarch 16, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    I am absolutely in love with this card. It is so cute and fun! Great idea to use the pinwheels on the card.

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  15. Kelley EubanksMarch 16, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    So cute Courtney... love those pinwheels!

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  16. UnknownMarch 16, 2010 at 3:12 PM

    What a pretty card! It makes me think of Spring!

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  17. Dana GustafsonMarch 16, 2010 at 4:12 PM

    Pinwheels are way too fun! Love this!

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  18. MerryMarch 16, 2010 at 4:17 PM

    Such a wonderful and cheery card. Love the saying.

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  19. AnonymousMarch 16, 2010 at 5:58 PM

    How fun is that, way to go!

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  20. JenMarch 16, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    oh my word!! super cute...great colors!!:)

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  21. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comMarch 16, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    Cute, cute, cute!

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  22. Laural-LeeMarch 16, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Fantastic Courtney! Love the colour and the pinwheels. I never made the in school but I might just have to try them now :) Find the kid in me.

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  23. jenMarch 16, 2010 at 10:16 PM

    UBER cute!! Love the combo of colors/patterns! (I *heart* jenni bowlin too!)- I've never tried pinwheels this way- might have to give it a try!!!

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  24. Cindy LeeMarch 16, 2010 at 10:20 PM

    These are fun fun fun!! Love the pinwheels and the bright cheery colors!

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  25. JessicaMarch 24, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    This card is so cheery!! The pin wheels are super fun :)

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