Sunday, August 16, 2009

Bitten By The Bug challenge - A ton of love

Hi everyone! Hope you had a fantastic weekend! It's time for a new challenge from Regina over at Bitten By The Bug. This week, she is asking us to use the envelope and card cut from the Walk In My Garden cartridge. I'd never used this cut before. Hence...the reason I absolutely love these challenges from Regina. There was only one stipulation on this challenge, and that is the envelope must be primarily yellow. Considering yellow is my favorite color, I had no problem with this one!
I used my new elephant stamp I just got from Magnolia-licious. Isn't she cute? She's from the Pet And Animal collection. I really don't like the way I colored her with my Copics. It was a real challenge for me. Hopefully, I'll learn from it and improve. But I still think she's really cute, even if I'm not impressed with my coloring.
The rest of the card was cut using my Paper Dolls Dress Up cartridge with my Cricut Expression. Also used my Copics to try and enhance the cuts a little. The label on the front of the envie was cut with my Nestabilities. The envelope has a velcro tab to close the top. This envie is definitely not meant for mailing. Bazzill was used for the base of the card, and the PP is by Bo Bunny. Please be sure and visit Bitten By The Bug to see the fabulous creations by the rest of the design team. You'll get tons of inspiration for using your Cricut!
Thanks for stopping by to see me today, and sure hope to see you back again soon! Have a great week! Hugs!
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53 comments:

  1. CamiAugust 16, 2009 at 10:50 PM

    Sharon, this elephant is sooo cute and I love how you colored her! The whole layout and DPs you used are so perfect! How nice to be able to incorporate a Magnolia with a Cricut! Have a great week! Hugs, Cami

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  2. AnonymousAugust 16, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    Awesome card Sharon.
    Love that stamp!

    Janneke X

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  3. cabio's craft cornerAugust 16, 2009 at 11:03 PM

    Sharon, your coloring of this card is stunning!
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  4. LindaCAugust 16, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    Hey, your coloring of the elephant is great...love the pink ears. LC

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  5. orangedaisyAugust 16, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    what a bright & cheery card, love it
    ev

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  6. AnonymousAugust 16, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    Oh I love the sentiment that goes with the elephant! Also like the button on top of the palm tree!

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  7. TracyAugust 17, 2009 at 1:31 AM

    Fabulous card Sharon. I have something for you on my blog, please accept it with love.
    Hugs T x

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  8. NormaAugust 17, 2009 at 1:37 AM

    Sharon, I'm always impressed with your colouring. How can I not be, you always colour beautifully. Very cute elphie and love the sentiment.

    Hugs.
    Norma

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  9. NancyAugust 17, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    Sharon this is the cutest card and envelope! I think you did a fabulous job coloring her and I love her red toe nails! Love the palm tree with the button on top.
    Hugs,
    Nancy

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  10. NorineAugust 17, 2009 at 3:18 AM

    super cute card love the matching envie love the toe nails LOL
    Hugs
    Norine

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  11. JacqueAugust 17, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    Oh my...what a cutie!!! Cute knees and toenails!!! lol...darling image!! And that scene is perfect!! Lovely coloring...Have a great week..Jacque

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  12. DeeDeeAugust 17, 2009 at 3:58 AM

    Well I think your coloring is perfect girlie! You're too hard on yourself! What an adorable little card set...you rock my sweet friend! HUGS!

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  13. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 4:04 AM

    I think the coloring of your elephant is perfect! We are our own worst critic! I love how you combined your Magnolia's and the cricut. Great job on this card (I love all your cards!) : ) Angela

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  14. MonicaAugust 17, 2009 at 4:18 AM

    Sharon, love your card-the button in the tree--great idea--- and his toe nails--perfect. All your details are wonderful--right down to your stiching. Love the colors. Great card!!

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  15. SandiAugust 17, 2009 at 5:15 AM

    Improve? How is that possible, this is the most delightful card and love the envie. You rock woman, Hugs

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  16. LaurenAugust 17, 2009 at 6:11 AM

    This is SO cute! I love how you decorated the envelope too - I need to start doing that!

    I love the new look of your blog! Owls are so cute!

    Lauren

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  17. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    Sharon - oh dear, I love this elephant and he's been in and out of my cart a couple times to buy but I still haven't bought it!
    If he's hard to color....I'll wait longer until you LOVE to color it! lol HE/SHE is super cute...guess it'd be she w/pink toenails!!!
    Makes me laugh...Super cute card Sharon!
    Pam Going Postal

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  18. TraceyAugust 17, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    I think you are nuts Sharon - the colouring on this is absolutely adorable! I love this card. That elephant is just too cute!! I love that it has a matching envelope too!! Wouldn't that be fabulous to see sitting in your mail box. :) Have a great day! xx

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  19. Ellen (aka ScrapStampnMama)August 17, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    Love it! Great card, thanks for sharing.

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  20. Barb HardemanAugust 17, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Awesome job Sharon. You've definitely taken it up a notch with this one. Your elephant looks fabulous, nice shading and highlights. Beautiful, beautiful job...hugs...Barb

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  21. Jodie from OzAugust 17, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Sharon, Thanks so much for the wonderful welcome to MAGNOLIA-licious group. Wow, I love everything about your card, the colours the sentiment, it is so cute. Your copic skills are amazing.
    hugs...Oz Jodie

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  22. LisaAugust 17, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    I love, love, LOVE this card! That elephant is ADORABLE and I MUSAT go buy it immediately! hahahahah!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  23. Mindy (Scrappy and Piggy)August 17, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    I think you did a great job coloring her! The card is AWESOME

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  24. Carole BeathAugust 17, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    I am clear down here on slot 24 telling you how darling this card is, my friend. It's precious.
    Hugs.
    Carole

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  25. LINDA W.August 17, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Hi Your card is so very cute.
    Linda W.

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  26. Suzan LAugust 17, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    Hi Sharon, Your card and envelope are so cute!! I love the scene that you created with the cute elephant and palm tree. I think your coloring is wonderful!! I love the pink toe nails!!
    Hugs, Suzan

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  27. jcscraphappyAugust 17, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    love, love, love it. the coloring is wonderful. and love the image.
    yellow is such a fun happy color.
    jennie

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  28. ShawnAugust 17, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    FABULOUs card, the red toe nails made me giggle...lol
    hugs,
    Diana

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  29. charleneAugust 17, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    Sharon that is just to cute love those nails on her LOL ! I think you did a great job !
    Big hugs

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  30. ReginaAugust 17, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    Sharon!! I agree with all comments here!!! I loooooooooved your set!!
    Hugs
    Regina

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  31. DonnaMundingerAugust 17, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    OMG Sharon, that stamp is ADORABLE! Looks great with the Cricut cuts too. I don't know what you're taling about with the coloring. As usual it's perfect as far as I'm concerned. Hugs, D

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  32. TERIBERI'S CREATIONSAugust 17, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    Listen here my sweet friend......this card and envie totally ROCK!!!!! I love everything about it girlie!!! Hugs, T

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  33. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    Sharon, what awesome coloring and what a spectaular card!
    --Becca

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  34. IttybittyinkspotstooAugust 18, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    OOHHHH I love him! Isn't he too cute, with those toenails!!
    Love your colors and your coloring is AWESOME!! The palm tree is gorgeous!! Great colors!!
    He looks so sweet, kissable!
    hugz
    deb

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  35. MoniqueAugust 18, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    Your card and envelop are lovely Sharon !!

    Hugs Monique

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  36. Stressed StamperAugust 18, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    stunning....love it and have I mentioned love the new look of your blog
    Sarah

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  37. JenAugust 18, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    C-UTE! This turned out darling Sharon! Love everything about this!

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  38. Vivi CasaleAugust 18, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    that is a gorgeous card Sharon!
    I love it!
    Hugs
    Vivi

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  39. Regina EasterAugust 18, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    gosh i had a hard time finding a space to leave a comment....we all love ya girl...your work is stunning...hugs

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  40. mickeydeeAugust 18, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    This elephant is the cutest thing ever! I LOVE this card and envy! I think you colored it wonderfully :)

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  41. Jean McKenzieAugust 19, 2009 at 1:51 AM

    Well I think this little elephant is gorgeous! Your colouring is beautiful and she has to be a little girl with those toenails!! I LOVE the card!

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  42. AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 2:54 AM

    The elephant looks amazing...
    Card is gorgeous...
    Thanks for sharing...
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    Melvin
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  43. AnonymousAugust 19, 2009 at 3:25 AM

    Sharon your card is beautiful...
    Have a fab week:)x

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  44. AnonymousAugust 20, 2009 at 6:43 AM

    WOW!! What a really sweet creation!! That elephant is adorable!! You've colored to perfect my dear!! HUGS

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  45. Dawny PAugust 20, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    I love this tons lol xxx What a fabulous card Sharon. Love the image!!! I just went over to check out that challenge and there are some stunners!! Hope you are ok and sending biggest hugs my wonderful friend xxxx

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  46. LillianAugust 20, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    Your coloring looks super to me -- feels like I'm in a jungle, anyhow!
    Wonderful card and love the tree, too.
    Hugs, Lillian

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  47. ScrapMomOf2August 20, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    I'm trying to figure out why you don't like the coloring, and I don't see it, however, that's what makes you the Copic expert that you are becoming!! I think this is as cute as can be! I love it Sharon!! I hope you're doing well!!

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  48. Claudia Rosa ~ Pretty PressingsAugust 20, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Gorgeous card . Love the image you've used and the beautiful colouring also.
    thank you for visiting my blog and for your kind comment
    Hugs Claudix

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  49. Jeni GleeAugust 20, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    One word, Sharon....ADORABLE! No two words....ADORABLE, FESTIVE. No three words....ADORABLE, FESTIVE, DARLING. No four words....ADORABLE, FESTIVE, DARLING, CHARMING. No five words....ADORABLE, FESTIVE, DARLING, CHARMING, WELL DONE!

    Guess I better stop before your blog explodes from my goings on....I guess you can tell that I LOVE it! :-))))

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  50. Christina C.August 20, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    I love your elephant, Sharon.
    I think the coloring is sensational, especially the toenails. . . hehehehe!!!!
    Wonderful card! Christina C.

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  51. JaspereAugust 20, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    WOw these are just terrific. I am so behind on my blogging that I am really missing out on great projects. Glad I was able to see this one.

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  52. Curt in IndyAugust 21, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    Are you nuts???? LOL Your coloring on this is wonderful! The shading with the different grey colors is perfect and the pinks are an excellent choice. I don't care what you say, I LOVE it! Best, Curt

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  53. RachelAugust 26, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    just amazing

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