Saturday, July 30, 2011

Sun, Sand & Sea Shaker Card!

Happy Saturday, everyone! I hope you are having a great weekend so far. I still have relatives in town that will be here through tomorrow afternoon, so I won't be able to get around to visit blogs until tomorrow evening. I sincerely apologize for that. I may try to sneak in some quality dashboard time tonight when everyone is asleep, but I will probably be so tired, I'll crash too :) I have this post set to upload automatically - first time I've done that so I hope it works! If you are reading this, I guess it did :P
 
This is a tri-fold shaker card, representing the sun, sand and sea. Shaker cards are so fun to make! If you would like to know how, click HERE for an awesome video from Erika of Crafty Sprouts, or HERE for an awesome tutorial from Georgiana of Carson's Creations. Both are easy to follow and will show you exactly how to make your own shaker card.
To represent the sun, I used gold glass beads, for the sea I used clear glass beads and a seahorse and starfish, and I used real sand for the sand. I cut the circles in the DCWV Tahiti Stack paper with my Gypsy and punched the edge with a EK Success punch. The trees are from Life's a beach and there were two palm trees but I just used the base of one and added the leaves of the other to the top with foam tape to give dimension. I flipped the image and made one for the other side. Sun, sea and sand were cut from Plantain Schoolbook, and I welded the shadows together on my Gypsy. The Aloha is a stamp from K Andrew's Splashtastic Summer set (click HERE to purchase your own set). The tag is a Spellbinders Nestabilities die.

I am entering the card in the following challenges:

  • Crafty Spouts - Shake, Shake, Shake Your Card
  • Frosted Designs Fabulous Friday Challenge - Circles
  • Whimsical Wednesday Challenge #16 - Fun With Folds
  • Paper Cutz Challenge #102 - Under the Sea

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I will be around to see all of your amazing creations as soon as I can and I look forward to it! Have a great weekend :D
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48 comments:

  1. Ann SummervilleJuly 30, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Cute
    Ann

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  2. AnonymousJuly 30, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Lisa, your cards just keep getting more and more amazing, I just love the new shaker style one.

    Thank you for sharing, hugs, Lori m

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  3. KarenJuly 30, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Lisa, this card is awesome! It was such a good idea to put something different in each shaker. I love the seahorse and the starfish you put in the sea one. I love the palm trees too! So pretty! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  4. June HouckJuly 30, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Oh wow girl…you've got oodles of talent! This is creative and WONDERFUL.

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  5. JudyJuly 30, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Totally great as usual .. I always am excited to see what you do next! So talented!

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  6. AdrianJuly 30, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Wow, this is super!

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  7. Dr Sonia S VJuly 30, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Lisa I have seen so many shaker cards and made a few myself. but this is the most gorgeous one I have seen. Your are super talented Lisa!

    Cheers
    Sonia
    http://cardsandschoolprojects.blogspot.com

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  8. DIANA L.July 30, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Great Card Lisa. Love the shaker part. The DCWV paper is great.
    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com/

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  9. Erika ValdezJuly 30, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I love your card! Super summery!! I love how it has more than one shaker window Great touch! I saw that you are entering it in my challenge but I dont see it linked up over on my blog, I dont want you to miss the chance to win!

    Lots of Love,
    Erika

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  10. Linda BreedloveJuly 30, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    So cute, Lisa! Especially love your palm trees. I've no idea what a shaker card is, so I'm off to view your links. Thanks for the info... I love to learn new techniques.

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  11. MyCuriousCraftsJuly 30, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Ms. Lisa, your card is FABULOUS! Thanks for the tutorial link also. Your creations are always so inspiring my friend. Hugs, ~Shen

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  12. AmyJuly 30, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    What an AWESOME creation! I love the fold of it, the shaker part and of course the theme. It really is a great creation! You always inspire me! :)Amy

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  13. PatriciaJuly 30, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Wow! Your cards are the best! Love this idea..

    Hugs, Patricia

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  14. Karen HJuly 30, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Oh my... Lisa, have I told you lately how amazing you are? I have? Oh well, I'm doing it again. :) You are incredible! The theme is fabulous and you brought it to life so brilliantly. I *love* this shaker idea. Thank you for the links! After seeing yours and Amy's, I can't wait much longer to try it. You are so inspiring, my crafty friend. (Also, I have a couple awards for you on my blog!) Thank you for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednedays! :o)

    Hugs and blessings! :o)

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  15. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsJuly 30, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    So fun Lisa! Love the paper and the awesome shaker parts!

    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  16. girliaJuly 30, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Beautiful card. Love the shaker aspect.

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  17. GeorgianaJuly 30, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Very creative!

    Georgiana
    Carson's Creations

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  18. Trish and TreasureJuly 30, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Love the beach shaker card!

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  19. joniJuly 30, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    This is an awesome card! I love the beach theme and the shaker windows..they are so great!!! Love the colors and the palm trees are fab! Thanks for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesdays!
    hugs,
    joni

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  20. Sherrie K.July 31, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    I love your card! You just keep blowing me out of the water with your creations:) Lovin' them all:) You definatly have a gift....Thanks for sharing and for joining us at Whimsical Wednesdays Challenge:) Good luck in the challenge!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  21. Penny HanuszakJuly 31, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Lisa that's a whole lot of shaking going on!!! Man what a great card. So inspiring. Thanks for sharing your beautiful creations.

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  22. AmyJuly 31, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    Hooray for shaker cards! I love that yours has 3 windows... So beautiful! Your cards always set the scene perfectly, and have so much detail! :)
    Amy
    redheadedcrafter.blogspot.com

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  23. JayneJuly 31, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    Wow Lisa. Another fantastic card. Love how you used different things in each shaker to represent the sun,sea and sand.Great job.
    Jayne xx

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  24. Kelly SJuly 31, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Lisa, this is another incredible card creation. I love the multiple shaker circles. The paper and embellishments are fantastic. Great card!

    Kelly

    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  25. JudyJuly 31, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Love this card. SO awesome! Just wanted to let you know. Congrats! You are the winner of the $20 Micheals gift card and earring. Have a wonderful Sunday:)

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  26. GiGiJuly 31, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    What a cool card! I love the sand shaker and the trees on the side and seahorse inside. SO SUPER CUTE! Thanks for playing at Whimsical Wednesdays!

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  27. LeeAnn from NCJuly 31, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Great design...I really like this card !

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  28. CathrynJuly 31, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Awesome card, love the palm tree theme! Thanks for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesdays! Hugs, Cathryn :)

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  29. Erin ReedAugust 1, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    I love your use of circles on your project!! What a great idea!!

    Thanks for playing along at Frosted Designs, I hope to see you play again!!

    Erin R.

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  30. AliAugust 1, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    AWESOME CARDS LOOK ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS....

    Scratch Cards
    clear business cards
    plastic cards

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  31. Sunshine HoneyBeeAugust 1, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    I like all the elements of your shaker card and how you arranged it.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  32. *StarAugust 1, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Awesome card!! love the beach theme! Great job on the challenge and thanks for playing with us at Whimsical Wednesday!

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  33. GloraAugust 1, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Beautiful card. I love the sand that moves around in it. Great theme too. Thanks for joining us for the Whimsical Wednesday Challenge. Hugs- Glora

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  34. Creative DivaAugust 1, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Lisa, this is an amazing idea. I love how it moves. I need to learn from you.

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  35. shellyAugust 1, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    wow lisa this is just awesome i love everything about it. thanks for sharing this awesome shaker card with us at whimsical wednesdays :)

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  36. LydiaAugust 1, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Love the cut out circles!! And the punch is one of my favorites. Thanks for playing along with us at Frosted Designs.
    Lydia

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  37. jessicaAugust 1, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Such an amazing card! Love all the details and all the different shakers.
    TFS and playing along with us over at Whimsical Wednesdays :)

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  38. GloriaAugust 1, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    This is so amazing!! I love that you used real sand. So cool.

    Precious Hugs

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  39. SusanAugust 2, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Cute card Lisa! My husband was sitting next to me when I opened your blog and he even complimented this card! In his own way of course..."that's a cool card". I like the sea horse and starfish in the middle. I also love the paper!

    Susan

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  40. AngelaAugust 2, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    wow! pretty darn spectacular!! love the whole thing! Thank you so much for joining in at Frosted Designs this week! xxxx

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  41. Rez P.August 3, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    ALOHA Lisa,
    Such a creative shaker card. WOW! that is cool..real sand would never thought of that.
    Hugs,
    Rez
    http://karezmakreations.blogspot.com/

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  42. Cindy BelandAugust 3, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    AMAZING job with your fold card!JUST beautiful,I LOVE all the AWESOME details,Thanks so much for joining us at Whimsical Wednesday!!:)

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  43. MeganAugust 4, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I love your card! It turned out perfectly. I am going to have to try to make a shaker card.

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  44. AimAugust 4, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Oh goodness... This is WAY TOO CUTE FOR WORDS!! :) Love, love, LOVE it!!

    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com

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  45. Chloe and Her Clip On KoalasAugust 5, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    Such a gorgeous card! You are just so talented. Congrats on Top 3 over at Frosted Designs for this one too!

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  46. AmyAugust 5, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Congrats on the top 3 spot at Frosted Designs- a very well deserved win! :)Amy

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  47. UnknownAugust 5, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Absolutely fabulous! One of those cards I wish I could see in person and play with for sure. Thanks for playing over at Whimsical Wednesday :)

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  48. UnknownAugust 7, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    Wow!!! This card is fantastic. I love how you did three circles for the shaker part, and included sand, and such fun sea creatures. Everything about this card is so much fun! Great job with the challenge, thank you for joining us at Whimsical Wednesdays!

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Thank you so much for stopping by and for your comments...I truly appreciate them :)