Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Papertake Weekly - Cutie Pie

Hi everyone! We made it through Monday, and now it's on to Tuesday! And that means it's time for another challenge from Dawny at Papertake Weekly. This week's challenge is Cutie Pie! Well when I saw this adorable digi image called Loves Healing Hands Girl stamp from Sassy Cheryl's, I thought she was a true Cutie Pie. I was commissioned by a friend and co-worker to make her a Mother's Day card, and this is what I came up with. I sure hope she likes it!


See the lace across the center? I hand crocheted that myself, and will be selling them on etsy if you're interested in them. I make them about seven inches long, and they're between 1-1/4" to 1- 1/2" wide and about 7" long (I could make it longer if you want). I just tucked the edges under the cardstock using Zip dry glue. I hope to be making different patterns, so if you're interested, please check back every once in a while.


The image is colored with Copic markers. Cardstock is Bazzill, and the DP is Basic Grey. I added some machine stitching, and some gorgeous flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts. I painted the flowers with some Angel Wings Shimmerz (LOVE that stuff!!), and added some Smooch to parts of the image like the bears eyes, her shoe buckles, and buttons on her dress. I finished it off with some lovely silk ribbon and charm that are available at Stamp and Create. The sentiment tag was just typed up on my computer and then printed on a tag I cut using my Gypsy and Cricut Expression. The tag is from the Tags, Bags, Boxes, and More cartridge. All of these are available at Hallmark Scrapbook.




Because of the roses, the card won't fit into an envelope, so I made an envelope box for it. I used paper to match the card along with matching cardstock for the scalloped edges (Martha Stewart doily lace punch) and more of the silk ribbon. Doesn't it make the yummiest looking bows ever??!!! Like I said before, I so enjoy making cards, and I like the cards I make (usually-LOL!). But every once in a while, there comes one that I really, really love and have a hard time parting with. This is one of them.




Please be sure and visit Papertake Weekly to check out the rest of the designers take on the challenge as well as the sponsor for this weeks challenge! You are in for a true treat! Then we'd love you to grab your paper and glue and play along with us! You might even get lucky and win a prize! Thanks so much for stopping by to see me today, and hope to see you back again soon! Hugs!

32 comments :

Carol<>< said...

oh Sharon, she is a cutie pie!!!
great job on crocheting, one thing I have not mastered. I might try it again.
Love everything about it!
Carol<><

Sandi said...

oh my goodness Sharon, the colors, ribbon, lace trim, and then those darling images, beautiful. Hugs

CraftyC said...

This is gorgeous, she is so sweet. A lovely card Sharon!
Clairex

Anonymous said...

So adorable! I have purchased several of Cherlys digi's including this one. I am just waiting for my new printer to get here! (hopefully today!)Look out digi stamps!hee!hee!
Your coloring just rocks girl. Even with a new printer I can't come close to you!
Have a fabulous week Sharon,
Hugs,
Pam

Monique said...

So cute Sharon !! I love it :)).

Hugs Monique

MarieL said...

What a cute image, Sharon and such a pretty card. Love your lace ribbon. Where do you find all the time to create all these beautiful cards, crochet and work fulltime? You are amazing!!!!

Kelly Schelske said...

This is gorgeous Sharon! Love those beautiful bows and your lace is wonderful!

DonnaMundinger said...

Oh I 'd NEVER want to part with this, Sharon! It's Precious with a capital "P" and the box takes it over the top! Love, love, LOVE it! xxD

Mandy said...

Sharon, your card is stunning and what a lovely idea to make a matching box to put it in.

Mandy
x

Janiel/ janny said...

Hi Sharon sweetie, Love the card!! I love your handmade lace too!!!
Wonderful touch!
hope your day is great. Hugs, Janiel

Tracey said...

Just gorgeous!! What a super sweet image!! xx

Regina Easter said...

hi sharon, how are ya girl...this is such a beautiful card...hugs...

Min said...

WOW Sharon, what an amazingly beautiful card!!
Hugs & Happy Days!
Min

Jeni Glee said...

I have been so lazy lately about getting around to looking at the blogs of others. I sure am glad I came here to look around....your work is so, so sweet and so, so AWESOME!!!!!

Just call me, Miss SO & SO!!!! LOL!

Peggie said...

What a work of art. It would be a mother who would love a little girl giving her such a teddy bear. Beautiful lace. I may have to perfect my crocheting abilities.

Kelly said...

Oh Sharon, this image is adorable. Fabulous envelope box!

PeggyLovesVintage said...

Wow Sis! She's just the cutest thing. I'm sure your buyer will just absolutely love it!

Deb said...

this is just gorgeous and I love your lace, you are so clever! hugs debx

debby4000 said...

Fabulous sweet card Sharon.
luv
Debby

Jennifer said...

Sharon, What a sweet card. This reminds me of my daughter. EVERY time we go somewhere she wants a new bunny or stuffed something! Some of her babies look like this too! Great image and stunning coloring!!!!

Christina C. said...

She will absolutely love this card....who wouldn't??? It is gorgeous and she is a true cutie pie.
You showcased her beautifully with all the lovely embellishments.

JustYolie said...

Gorgeous card and lovely border.

Creative Momma said...

Such an adorable little image... and I am loving that color combo...beautiful details
Hugs
Marina

Nancy said...

ok girl---this is simply just way too adorable...sorry it's been awhile since my last visit, and how I've missed alot, but I have to say all of your wonderful cards are way too cute...I love what you did with your chicken Tilda down below and your trees are just soo creative...your swim suit girlie is just precious...that look reminds me of our little niece...and your papers are always just "perfect for each and every stamp you use...I just don't know how you do it girlie...everything is always perfect and just soo awesom and very inspiring to look at...ohh and I really love love love the vintage duck...isn't she just gorgeous!!!! it reminds me of a card I had received when I was a child...not telling my age here or anything...lol....I hope you have a great week and always look forward to all of your creations...hugs my friend!!!!

Jeanette said...

WOW Sharon! this is really a stunning creation. Every tiny detail is so perfect and beautiful. I can see why you are going to find it hard to part with!
hugs Jeanette :)

"Um Buggin" said...

Oh Sharon, this is a cutie pie, just Gorgeous!!!! I love everything about it, and your coloring as always is just fabulous. Don't you just love that May Art ribbon? I know I do, it makes such a beautiful bow, and you gotta try the velvets too. I'm tellin' ya girlfriend, you will be over the moon. I ordered spools of it. Just Awesome!

Hugz, xx

~L~

Sue from Oregon said...

So very cute...such wonderful details!

Jill said...

aww Sharon this is so cute I love the image and the gorgeous rose hugs Jill xx

Joynana said...

Sharon, you are great. I love this card and the image is one that is sitting on my desk only half done. Can't wait to finish coloring it so that I can make it into a card. You always give me so much inspiration with your art. And such great places to visit. I just entered this challenge at Paper Take Weekly.

HazelQ said...

Beautiful card Sharon, I love that cute charm and the bow looks amazing! The sentiment is so sweet. Thanks for the inspiration :)
Hugs
Hazel

DeeDee said...

Eeeek! Pink and green! WONDERFUL! Look at you go with your own handmade lace too! Is there anything you CAN'T do? LOL! I can see why you wouldn't want to part with this set! Lovely girlie! HUGS!

La Vikinga said...

Beautiful card - absolutely amazing!!!

La Vikinga