Saturday, July 2, 2011

Whimsical Wednesday Challenge: A Card for Angelo

Happy Saturday, everyone! I hope you are having a wonderful weekend so far! It is hot and humid here but the sun is shining so I'm not complaining! I have a card for this week's special Whimsical Wednesday Challenge #13, A Get Well Card for Angelo. The challenge is to make a card for a fellow blogger's grandson who is recuperating from brain surgery.
I saw a card like this in a book once, and for the life of me, I couldn't find it again to get the directions or give credit. I really liked it when I saw it and filed it away in my mind to use someday. This is my take on the card from memory. The blue paper is Core'dinations Roy G Biv and the rest is from my stash. I used the Swiss Dots embossing folder on all of the papers. I cut the little boy on the rocking horse from Nursery Rhymes. Get well soon is a stamp from my stash.
What I thought was so cool about this card was the way the flap lifts up to reveal the message. I cut three sides with my paper cutter and then scored the other. I punched two holes in the top to tie the bow. For anyone who wants to make a card to send to Angelo, visit  Whimsical Wednesday for the details.

Thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a great weekend!! :D
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29 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 2, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Hi Lisa,

    Love the new card design, I'm so sorry about the little boy, prayers for a quick recovery and Happy 4th to you and your family.

    Hugs, Lori m

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  2. UnknownJuly 2, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Hi Lisa,

    This card is so sweet:) Love the use of the swiss dot folder on all of the paper. Prayers are being sent for the little boy:) Have a wonderful fourth, hottter than hot here isn't it? I tried to go outside to paint and the heat sent me back in pronto!
    http://visionsofpaper.blogspot.com/

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  3. The Archiving AngelJuly 2, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    This is so precious. I love the embossing & the opening! Very clever & unique.
    Angelo is sure to love it! Thanks for joining Whimsical Wednesday.
    Crafty best,
    Sonia

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  4. Karen HJuly 2, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Lisa, this is so adorable! :o) I love how it opens to reveal the message nestled under the sweet little boy. So precious and perfect for this special card. The uniform embossing looks wonderful and I *love* that pop of dots! :o) Gorgeous as always, my friend! It will be a blessing indeed. :o)

    Hugs and blessings! :o)

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  5. Jessica BuffaJuly 2, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Lisa, Angelo will surely smile when he sees this! Hope your 4th is wonderful, too!!!! Be safe!
    :O)
    Jessica

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  6. Chloe and Her Clip On KoalasJuly 2, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    You did a great job! I love it. Baby Angelo with love it too. *Still excited about nursery Rhymes arriving soon!!!!* I thought I loved Swiss dots emboss, but dots on swiss dots is an even better look!!! So gorgeous. x

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  7. AnonymousJuly 2, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    wow really cute card! :) love everything about it.

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  8. Kelly SJuly 2, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    That is so cute! I love how the flap lifts up. And the embossing is great as well.

    Kelly
    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  9. Angie T.July 2, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    What a cool fold to have the note hide under the artwork in the front! I love this card...very cheerful and thoughtful.

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  10. KimJuly 2, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    What a great card and a very nice thing to do:)
    ~Kim

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  11. DIANA L.July 2, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    This is so sweet I love the colors. I saw that post about the little boy and then, could not remember where so I'm so glad you did a card now I know where to find it. Hope you are having a great day.

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  12. CathrynJuly 2, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Very sweet, beautiful card. I love that rocking horse cut, just gorgeous! Thank you for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesdays! Hugs, Cathryn :)

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  13. Sunshine HoneyBeeJuly 2, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Especially like the flap that lifts up to reveal the message. You did a wonderful job.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://createdbysunshinehoneybee.blogspot.com

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  14. AmyJuly 3, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    This looks so wonderful! I love the embossing and the dots that you added... :)
    Amy

    redheadedcrafter.blogspot.com

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  15. ArleneJuly 3, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    This is a great card...super cool idea. So sweet of you to make this card. :)

    Arlene.

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  16. Sherrie K.July 3, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Your card is so sweet, Lisa! This little boy looks like he's out to conquer the world:) I am sure it will put a smile on Angelo's face. TFS!

    BTW, thanks for the congrats's and letting me know about the traveling showcase at Die Cutting Diva's. Actually, for telling me to join the challenge there. That was my first entry for Die Cutting Diva's. Thanks so much Lisa!!!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogpsot.com

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  17. AmyJuly 3, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    What a sweet card Lisa- I'm sure Angelo will love it! TFS! :)Amy

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  18. GiGiJuly 3, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    This is adorable! I love how the frony opens! So cute! Thanks for playing at Whimsical Wednesdays!

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  19. girliaJuly 3, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    very cute

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  20. CherylJuly 3, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    So sweet! I love the design of your card and all the wonderful polka dots.

    Thank you for posting my blog candy in your side bar. Good luck in the draw!

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  21. Cindy BelandJuly 3, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Oh my this is such a BEAUTIFUL card!Amazing job with this challenge,I LOVE the sweet cut!Thanks so much for playing along at Whimsical Wednesday!:)

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  22. MadisonJuly 3, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Your card is so pretty Lisa, just like all your projects. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment about my "I Feel the Love Project." I would love it of you would consider sending a card for Marley or her family. Your cards are beautiful. I am sure they would be really touched to receive one of your cards. You have until July 31st to send it to me. Thanks! You can spread the word to others to if you want:) You ROCK!!
    ~Madison funkycards.blogspot.com

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  23. AnonymousJuly 4, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Lisa, your card is just SO PRETTY! I love how the flap opens. Thank you so much for making this wonderful card for Angelo. He had his first chemo treatment on Friday and seems to be doing quite well! My daughter is going to cry when she sees all of these gorgeous cards.

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  24. Rez P.July 5, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    Aloha Lisa,
    This card is too cute.Like the image and the Core'dinations crdstk. Wished I bought more when it was on sale. My hubby said, "MAHALO" and he will be serving our country till he retired. He was in the Army prior in joining the CG. He has served our country for 14 years so I am so proud of him.
    Hugs,
    Rez
    http://karezmakreations.blogspot.com/2011/05/alohas-sweet-blog-candy-giveaway.html

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  25. jessicaJuly 6, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Beautiful card! I love the colors and all the embossing! Thanks so much for sharing and playing along with us over at Whimsical Wednesdays :)

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  26. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Lisa your card is precious. Nice soft colors! I love the image you used too. Angelo and his family will love this. Thank you for joining us at Whimsical Wednesday. Did you send me an e-mail for an address?

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  27. *StarJuly 8, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Beautiful card! I love the colors and all the embossing! Great job on the challenge and thanks for playing with us at Whimsical Wednesday. :)

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  28. MyCuriousCraftsJuly 9, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Oh wow Lisa, what an amazing and precious card...love it. You create the most beautiful cards. ~Shen

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  29. My 3 E ScrapbookingJuly 11, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Oh my goodness Lisa, this is so sweet! The dots and spots are fantastic! I love the Nursery Rhymes cart and I often overlook it! Thanks for the inspiration to pick it up and use it! I'm sure this beautiful card is going to be appreciated! Thank you so much for joining us for our very special challenge at Whimsical Wednesdays!
    Amber

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