Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Embellish Challenge: Birds

Doesn't it feel good when your creative juices are flowing, especially after a serious break? It's so fun. So, I haven't done a challenge in... well forever (forever = 4 months). I thought I'd try out the latest Embellish challenge.
And here's what I came up with using several PCD sets.
1. Make card from cardstock.
2. Cut kraft paper slightly smaller, stamp birch background from Carved Love.
3. Sew around edge.
4. Adhere fabric tape and tie bow.
5. Adhere cardstock.
6. Die cut shape, stamp bird and sentiment.


Stamps: Carved Love, Nature's Wonder, Christmas Wonder (Practicing Creativity)
Cardstock: Kraft, Dark Chocolate, Vintage Cream (Papertrey Ink)
Ribbon: Dark Chocolate Swiss Dot (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: Blue Bayou (Stampin' Up), Burnt Umber (Palette)

Well happy Tuesday!

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17 comments:

  1. LaurelFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    This is gorgeous!

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  2. FLEUR de LoFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    This yummy color combination as been calling out to me as well. What I wouldn't do to have your stash of ribbons! That bark background sets the tone so nicely on this card! Love it!

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  3. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)February 22, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Love all the textures, great job. Watch, you'll win :)

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  4. yyamFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Just lovely. That background stamp looks fabulous! :)

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  5. Karen B.February 22, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Oh my dear goodness, this card just oozes class and sophistication. Love that background, love that font, and love that bird.

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  6. Tenia NelsonFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    What a wonderful card Miss Lady!!!

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  7. ~Tammy~February 22, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    This is totally fabulous Courtney!!!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    such a lovely card. Hard to believe that the background is stamp. Just lovely :)

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  9. jenFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    This is sooooo pretty! love the birch- and the wonderful way you've added your subtle bird! :)

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  10. itsallrosiFebruary 23, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    that birch stamp is incredibly cool. looks like a winner!

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  11. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Gorgeous card!

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  12. Jocelyn OlsonFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    This card is awesome! I love how you used Carved Love...been thinking about getting that set. The ribbons add so much. Love it!!

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  13. AnnFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    LOVE this, Courtney! That birch bg is fab!

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  14. Lisa PetrellaFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that bark background!!! It's totally on my wish list! Awesome card, Courtney!

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  15. Brenda WeaverFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    so pretty, Courtney! Glad you got to play along!

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  16. Charlene AustinMarch 4, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Oh my dear Courtney....how much do I love you? Let me count the ways. Super gorgeousness going on here my dear. Hope you are doing awesome. Thanks for joining Embellish!

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  17. Mariana GrigsbyMarch 5, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Hi Courtney! Every time I stop by your blog you are sharing a fabulous card!!! Thanks for playing along with us!

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