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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Happy Birthday, Sister!


Hi there!

Today I have a post for the Cricut Is Close To My Heart blog.  I have a fun birthday card that I created using the Art Philosophy cartridge.  I am lucky to have both of my sisters birthdays in July.  Knowing that I needed to get on the ball and get some cards made, this is one of the cards I made for one of my sisters.

As mentioned previously, I used the Art Philosophy cartridge.  The card was from button 50, or the last page in the AP cart handbook before the keypad layouts.  I also used the layer from that same page on the inside of the card.  The stamp was from Close To My Heart and came with the AP cartridge.  I used the Pemberley paper pack collection.  On the front of the card, I stamped the two cupcake images.  I cut out the cupcake four times from the AP cart four.  I then was able to stamp in different colors and layer the images appropriately.  I ended up placing the cupcakes on pop dots on the front of the card.  I took some twine and wrapped it around the front cardstock 3 times.  To finish it up, I etched the card with a white gel pen.  I really liked the final outcome of this card!  Here are some pictures.




I cut the card at 8" (but would definitely pair it down for next time.  On the inside of the card I cut the paper at 8" as well to line it up appropriately.  The cupcakes were cut at 2.5".  The twine is from a twine share I was involved in so I'm not sure what brand it is.  The white cardstock is from Michael's Recollection brand.

I hope you like my card.  It's simple yet elegant.  I think it fits my sisters personality perfect.  I do apologize that there is no video to go along with the card, but more videos to come!  :)

Thanks for stopping by to take a look!  Enjoy your day!

Craft on,
Ian

24 comments:

  1. I accept your apology for not having the video, but I am definitely bummed about it!!! I think this has to be my favorite card that you have created, love it! To bad I don't have that cart, but I am gonna try to make my version of the card base using the gypsy, love love love your card!!!

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    1. I'm sorry. :( I will try my best to create a video for the next card. Christmas in July is next! Stay tuned for that. If you want the AP cart let me know! I'm a consultant with Close To My Heart. The AP cart comes with so much for the price you pay. Definitely a deal! :) Thanks for stopping by and I'm glad you love the card! :D

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  2. Fabulous card Ian - love the papers. TFS

    http://karonskraftykorner.blogspot.ca/

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    1. Thanks so much, Karon! I'm glad you liked it! :) You are always so great to stop by. I appreciate it.

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  3. Great card...glad to see someone use that tag card Lee-Ann :)

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    1. Thanks so much, Lee-Ann! :) Isn't that card fun? I won't cut it so large next time but it was cute when it all came together.

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  4. Hi Ian!!What a wonderful Birthday card..no video:(..lol
    Your sisters will love this card!!I do!

    Migdalia

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    1. Thanks, Migdalia!! I know, I know. Next time there will be a video. :) So glad you love the card!!

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  5. Fantastic birthday card!!! I love it! Your sister is gonna love it, too! Love those cupcakes! :)

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    1. Aww, thanks, Sharon! So happy you loved it. :) Aren't those cupcakes fun?! Love them! :)

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  6. Love the card, what are you doing for an envelope since you cut it so big???

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    1. Thanks, Carrie!! :) Ugh, as for the envelope, about half way through I thought...how the heck am I going to send it?! So I went to the post office and just sent it in a really flimsy priority mail? Parcel Post? envelope. It won't be fancy when she receives it (the "envelope" that is) but it will do the trick for now. :) Definitely cut it smaller if you do the card.

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  7. You did a fantastic job Ian, love the stitching!!!

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    1. Thanks so much!! :) Glad you were able to stop by.

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  8. This card is beautiful. It is not over done. I love the colors also. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
    Kathy:)

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    1. Thanks, Kathy! That is so nice of you. Glad you loved it! :)

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  9. I love this card.
    I love the design and colors you used.
    Your sister will love it.
    And remember its the cards we keep not the envelopes.
    I've been tracking my blog candy goodies and they are almost here.
    Thanks again.
    D-

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    1. Aww, thanks, D! You are so right - it IS the cards we keep, not the envelopes. I never really thought of that. :)

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  10. They are here!
    Wow that was fast.
    I love the card you sent with the goodies.
    Thanks Ian you are wonderfully generous!
    dmcardmaker

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    1. SUPER fast! Whoa! :) Glad you got them and are gearing up to play. So happy you loved the card too. Happy playing and thanks for being an avid follower! :)

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  11. Beautiful Card Ian! I love this cart. I just have to use it more. TFS AJ~

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    1. Aww, thanks so much! Yes, I need to use the AP cart more, but with Artiste coming out now I'll have dueling carts! haha. :) Thanks for stopping by! :D

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  12. Ian
    Did you take a picture of the card you sent me?
    I think it would be a great one to share with your blog followers.
    Love the colors and the design.
    Thanks again for the pens and holder! They work great.
    D-

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    1. :( you know what? Looking through my pictures I realized I didn't. Boo! Thanks so much for your nice compliments! :D I'm so so so happy you love the pens and holder. Did you understand what I meant about one of the tabs that was missing. I taped it so that they didn't fall out - but they are still new so just a little scuffled. haha. :) I wish I had taken a picture. Dang!

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