Hello friends. I have been on vacation to visit my family in MO. My daughter is moving to Florida in a few weeks; so we wanted to see her, her family and other relatives before she moves. We missed out on meeting up with several family members our first two days; as they couldn't get out of their roads; due the floods. There were many road closures; including a major Interstate were closed. It was a mess; and we were in the middle of it at Branson, MO.
I was also very disappointed that I wasn't able to see my good friend Betty from Arkansas. We usually meet every year when we vacation in MO. The restaurant we usually meet at was closed; as it sits right on Lake Taneycomo in Branson and it was not reachable except by boat.
I was also very disappointed that I wasn't able to see my good friend Betty from Arkansas. We usually meet every year when we vacation in MO. The restaurant we usually meet at was closed; as it sits right on Lake Taneycomo in Branson and it was not reachable except by boat.
I decided to use Ching-Chou Kuik "Love Is In The Air" for my granddaughter, Gabrielle's birthday. She turned 21 yrs old just before our April vacation. I just realized this as I am typing my post. I probably should have made it a special 21st birthday card; but I think she will still love it. We just found out before vacation that she is pregnant with her second baby, due in November. Her little boy, Bryr, just turned one year old in April. He is just adorable.
Please join our Ching-Chou Kuik Challenge - Lace & Ribbon Challenge. I can't wait to see what you create. It is such a fun challenge.
Please join our Ching-Chou Kuik Challenge - Lace & Ribbon Challenge. I can't wait to see what you create. It is such a fun challenge.
I had to use a piece of Raspberry cardstock behind my card; so the white butterflies would show up. LOL! It is not part of the card. This weeks Inspiration post theme is "Your Favorite Color". Mine is purple, with pink and yellow as the next two favorites.
Inside Card
Supplies used to create this card:
Dies
Frames - Spellbinders Card Creator 6 x 6 Matting Basics A & B
Butterfly Border - Joy Crafts
Front Sentiment Die, inside dies, butterflies - Paper Wishes Butterfly Garden Card Kit
Paper - Paper Wishes Butterfly Garden Card Kit
Cardstock - CTMH White Daisy, Pansy, Raspberry
Ink - CTMH Glacier for the sky
Sentiment front and inside - Paper Wishes Butterfly Garden Card Kit
Bling - Recollections
Ribbon - Ofray
Markers
Skin - E0000, E000, E00, R30
Hair - Y11, Y21, YR23
Eyes - V12
Dress - V15
Leaves - YG13
Grass - YG13, YG45
Flowers - RV13, RV14
Balloons - V12, V15
I am entering this card in the following challenges:
613 Avenue Create - Anything Goes w/option (1 of 8) (Sunday)
Come and Get It - Birthday Wishes (1 of 3)
Come and Get It - Birthday Wishes (1 of 3)
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
Crafty Friends Challenge - Cute (1 of 3) (Saturday)
Crafting With Friends - Anything Goes (2 of 3) (Friday)
Creative Fingers - Anything Goes (2 of 3) Jo's Scrap Shack - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
PDE Linky Party - Cards/Girly (No limits)
Polkadoodles - Anything Goes (1 of 2)
QKR Stampede - Feminine or ATG (1 of 3)
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
QKR Stampede - Feminine or ATG (1 of 3)
Simply Papercraft - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
4 Crafty Chicks - Bows (No limit) (Thursday)
DL.Art May Linky Challenge - Anything Goes (1 per day)
Creative Moments - Anything Goes (1 of 3) (Wednesday)
Fab 'n' Funky - Lovely Ladies (1 of 1)
Inspiration Destination - Anything Goes (No limit)
Word Art Wednesday - Anything Goes (2 of 5)
Digi Choosday - Anything Goes (1 of 2) (Tuesday)
Unicorn Challenge - Special Occasions (No limit)
Artistic Inspirations - Anything Goes (No Limit) (Monday)
Crafting From The Heart - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
Scrapbook Stamp Society Challenge Blog - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes (No limit)
A Perfect Time To Craft - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Crafts Galore Encore Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge - Anything Goes (No limit)
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Scrapbook Stamp Society Challenge Blog - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
A Bit More Time To Craft - Anything Goes (No limit)
A Perfect Time To Craft - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Classic Design Team Open Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Crafts Galore Encore Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
Crafty Hazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge - Anything Goes (No limit)
World Wide Open Design Team Challenge - Anything Goes (2 of 3)
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What a delightfully feminine birthday card. Do join us again at Come And Get It challenges, CarolG
ReplyDeleteYour card is simply stunning! I love the elegance of it! The paper, image, coloring and layout perfect. The bow is just a bonus touch. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing creation with us at 4 Crafty Chicks for our Bow challenge.
ReplyDeleteTamie DT
Wonderful card!Thanks for joining us at ScrapbookStampSociety Challenge.Good luck and hope to see you again.Gr.Kaija Dt-member
ReplyDeleteGreat card! Thanks for joining us at Unicorn, Claire DT x
ReplyDeleteA lovely card!
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining our Challenge at Creative Moments, good luck!
Looking forward to see you at the next challenge
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Diana
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This is gorgeous, Gloria! I love her purple dress. Thank you for joining us at Scrapbook Stamp Society. We would love to see you again!
ReplyDeletexx Bonnie DT
So pretty. Thanks for sharing at Pause Dream Enjoy Linky Party.
ReplyDelete~Owner/DT Janis
Beautifully made card, the image is stunning as is the colouring. Love the card design and thank you for sharing with us at Unicorn. Good luck in the draw. Jennifer DT member x
ReplyDeleteLovely. Thank-you for joining us at the Crafts Galore Encore Anything Goes Challenge
ReplyDeleteGood luck
DT Lynda x
Beautiful card. Thanks for joining us this week at QKR Stampede. Karal DT
ReplyDeleteGorgeous image and design. Thank you for sharing with us over here at Classic Design Team Open Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
ReplyDelete[Annette Registered Owner/Admin for Classic Design Team Challenge]
Sorry Gloria, that should have read challenge.....
ReplyDeleteAnnette DT for http://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.com.au/
Back again, and again, just so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing with us over here at Classic Design Team Open Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
[Annette Registered Owner/Admin for Classic Design Team Challenge]
So pretty and girlie..
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing with us over here today at the Classic Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
Chrissy DT http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/...
Back again, and again just so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing with us here today at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
Annette DT Registered Owners/Admin for World Wide Open Design Team Challenge
Lovely image with all the beautiful color and dies! Thanks for sharing with us over at Digi Choosday! ~Katrina
ReplyDeleteI hope your family members were able to stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely - I especially like the decorated inside of the card - I never think to do that! Thanks for joining us this week at QKR Stampede for the Anything Goes/(option, Feminine) challenge. Dorothy S, DT member
So beautifully done, Gloria! Love the layers and the butterflies, and the inside is marvelous. I'm wearing two DT hats this time and am just so tickled to see you playing along in our "Anything Goes or Feminine" challenge at QKR Stampede this week and also at Crafts Galore Encore this month. Good Luck in both.
ReplyDeleteNanaConnie DT
This is pretty super cool, great job, and Thanks for sharing with us at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends.
ReplyDeleteLeanne DT/LPCF
She is fabulous and beautifully colored. Thanks for playing along with us this week at Jo's Fun Friday. AJ DT JSS
ReplyDeleteYour card is so pretty! Thank you so much for joining us at Jo's Funday Friday challenges! Cyndi, DT
ReplyDeleteNice to see you again joining the World Wide Open Design Team Challenge! Lovely card as well.
ReplyDeleteJacqueline ~ DT
Nice job! Thank you for sharing with us over here at "A Perfect Time To Craft" and best of luck with your entry.
ReplyDeleteBye,
Ine DT for: http://aperfecttimetocraft.blogspot.nl/
http://creaine-cards.blogspot.nl/
Beautiful card inside and out love the image and balloon out of the frame----Thank you for joining us at Crafting From The Heart
ReplyDeleteCarol DT x
Gorgeous card!! Thanks for sharing with us at Inspiration Destination. Good luck!!! Patricia
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card and image, I love the background paper! Thanks so much for joining us at Crafty Friends!
ReplyDeleteTammy x
Lovely card Thank you for sharing with us over here today at the Classic Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
ReplyDeleteMichelle DT for http://classicdesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/...
Lovely card. Thanks so much for joining in the fun with us at Digi Choosday Challenge, good luck! Yvonne (DT)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous TFS and joining us at Jo's for Funday Friday
ReplyDeleteStunning... like the dress in purple.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining us at Polkadoodles Craft Challenge Anything Goes.
Hugs, Tina – DT
PolkadoodlesChallenge
Thank you for playing along with us at Lil' Patch of Crafty Friends. Good luck. Hope to see you again soon,
ReplyDeleteLynn aka Lynnpenguin, LPoCF DT
Hello Gloria… Thanks for joining our ‘Cute’ challenge with your lovely card… Please join us again next time. Good luck!
ReplyDelete[Diane Louise, Team Leader for Crafty Friends Challenge Blog]
Gloria this is beautiful
ReplyDeleteThanks for join us at ScrapbookStampSociety Challenge.
Good Luck and hope to see you again
Greetings Karin DT Coördinator
Great card - thanks for joining us at Craftyhazelnut's Patterned Paper Challenge.
ReplyDeleteHelen x