Monday, August 29, 2011

Life is Grand!

Happy Monday, everyone! I hope your week is starting out great! I have a card to enter into a few challenges today :)
The theme of this card is travel/relaxing vacation. Nothing says relaxing to me like a tropical drink by the ocean! I love this Tiki hut from Luau. The one thing I don't like about the lite carts is the lack of layers. This one had two: the hut and the roof. I didn't want the tiki mask or drink to be the same color so I cut it three times to get the different colors. I used a hole punch for the round balls on the front. The flower is from Flower Shoppe, which I LOVE! All of the flowers on this cart are so beautiful! I will definitely use this one often. I used a K Andrew Designs stamp from her Positive Thoughts set. $1 from each set benefits Storefront Shelter (Homeless shelter for children and youth). Click HERE to purchase your own set of these awesome stamps!

Recipe:
  • K Andrew Positive Thoughts Stamp Set - Life is Grand
  • K & Company Paper
  • Luau - Tiki hut at 3 1/1"
  • Create a Critter - Palm tree at 4 1/2"
  • Flower Shoppe - tropical flower and leaves
  • Distressed Lines Embossing Folder - hut roof
  • Tim Holtz Wood Grain Embossing Folder - tree trunk
  • Damask Embossing Folder - palm leaves
  • Colorbok Chalk - leaves and edge of flowers
  • Foam Tape
I am entering it into the following challenges:
Thanks so much for stopping by today! Have a great evening :)

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56 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Love your card scene... great Tiki Hut... very relaxing... Thanks for joining us at Cricut 360ยบ....HUGS...SK :)

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  2. Kelly SAugust 29, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Fantastic job, Lisa! I wish I were there at your tiki hut right now. :)

    Kelly
    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  3. NitaAugust 29, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Oh Lisa, I have MISSED visiting you! Your creations always make me smile. :) This card is PERFECT! There's nothing more relaxing than the beach, and the scene you've created here makes me want to crawl right into the card. :) Fabulous, as always.

    Nita

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  4. HannahAugust 29, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Great card, it does look very relaxing :) Thanks for playing along at TPV this week :)

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  5. KarenAugust 29, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    This is an awesome card! I love the tiki hut. The embossing on the palm tree leaves looks great too! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  6. bonnieAugust 29, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Oh so cute...I can imagine myself there now! I agree with your on the lite carts! ;) Hugs x

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  7. JayneAugust 29, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Fabulous card,I would love to be there!
    I have an award for you on my blog.
    Jayne x
    http://jayne-designs.blogspot.com

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  8. DIANA L.August 29, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    THIS IS REALLY NICE GREAT COLORS-- I sure want to relax when I see this, except I know how much work went into it - You did a great job getting in all these challenges with the one card. I love it.
    Hugs DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  9. L.B.August 29, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    how fun,now if only I could be inside your project living the relaxed life.

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  10. JustYolieAugust 29, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    I love it Lisa!! :)

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  11. Respect My Kraft - Kris and KristenAugust 29, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Spectacularrrr! I love the subtle colors, the texture of the tree, and the cute little tiki hut! Oh and how could I forget, the beautiful flower? I'm sure whoever receives this card will be in love

    -Kristen

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  12. Scrappin Rabbit DesignsAugust 29, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I love your tiki hut and that palm tree is amazing. Another great card. :)

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  13. UnknownAugust 29, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Just a fast moment to stop by and say Hi! Love the card as I always do. You are always coming up with such cute things. Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  14. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Lisa I just love this:)
    Love how you embossed the palm tree:)

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  15. GlendaAugust 29, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Lisa, I love your little relaxing scene! Embossing adds a wonderful effect and the flower is so pretty! Thanks for playing with us at Paper Playtime and My Sheri Crafts!
    Glenda
    http://glendascards.blospot.com/

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  16. AmyAugust 29, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    I love that Tiki Bar- I want to go there and have a festive drink! What a fun little scene and the flower is amazing! :)Amy

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  17. Trish and TreasureAugust 29, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I'll have to show my hubby this card it looks like my place!

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  18. Princess HildaAugust 29, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    love it

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  19. LaurieAugust 29, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Hi Lisa! Great card!! I know what you mean about the lite carts, but guess that's why they call them lite!! ;) This card is so adorable!! Have a great evening!
    Laurie
    scrapsbysissy.blogspot.com

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  20. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    LOVE your card!!! :-)

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  21. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsAugust 30, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Now this is where I would love to be! Waiting here to be served my Pina Colada! Sounds so much more exciting that the 4th grade math homework I am attempting to help with LOL I can dream!
    Super fun details! Great embossing!

    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  22. Creative DivaAugust 30, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Lisa, this is so stunning and I'm just in awe right now. Wow. The detail is so superb. Thanks for joining us at Cricut360.

    Hugs,
    Patty
    creativediva98.blogspot.com

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  23. Sherrie K.August 30, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    What a GRAND card! you have such a beautiful scene going and packed so much into this lovely card! you have such an eye for details~ you always have me on the edge of my seat waiting to see what you create next:) Great inspiration my friend!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  24. Rez P.August 30, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    AlllOHA Lisa,
    This card is Goregous. I love the tiki hut. And the flowers are so pretty especially the back ground plumeria which is`my favorite. Amazing Job like always.
    Big Hugs,
    Rez
    http://karezmakreations.blogspot.com/

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  25. Lori ComeauAugust 30, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Very cute, love the palm tree.
    http://lorisartsyobsession.blogspot.com/

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  26. Dr Sonia S VAugust 30, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    Lisa what a beauty this is . I love it when you make scenic cards-- so much detail its stunning.

    Cheers
    Sonia
    http://cardsandschoolprojects.blogspot.com

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  27. JamilieAugust 30, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    This is adorable!!! LOVE IT! Thank you for playing along at The Paper Variety!

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  28. Pam PritzlAugust 30, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    I'm clicking my heels, but I'm not ending up in your card ... it's simply gorgeous, I'd LOVE to go there right about now! Thanks for playing with us this week over at TPV!

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  29. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Cute :) Love the embossing, and great idea with the great colors of circles using a punch!

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  30. MyCuriousCraftsAugust 30, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Oh Lisa, your card is SUPER! Your attention to detail is absolutely amazing...you are so creative, love all of your creations. ~Shen

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  31. ArleneAugust 30, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Really great scenic card. Love the details on this card...also, very relaxing to look at!

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  32. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I've always wanted to take a tropical vacation and your card is just begging me to get away. This is stunning. LOVE it all.
    Great job
    Hugs
    Brenda
    I would be honored if you came to see my blog here

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  33. Karen HAugust 30, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    My sweet crafty friend, I love this card! You fit in so much tropical gorgeousness in one teeny card.. which is so impressive. I'm in love with that flower and of course the colorful tiki hut! It looks amazing... and I'm suddenly very thirsty and want to hop on a plane. I always love your palm trees, which you always emboss so beautifully. I love the sparkly mat, too! It adds such a Carribean water essence. The papers are so lovely. You are a scene-setting master, my friend. :o) (And I love the dimension!)

    Hugs and blessings!
    http://kaleidoscopicsparkles.blogspot.com

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  34. scrappinCAugust 30, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Way too cute! I can just see myself on that island. Thanks for the nice comment you left on my blog. I will be posting some blog candy this week and some projects.
    Have a terrific day.
    Cindy Lou

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  35. Kelly SAugust 30, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    I had to come back to let you know to stop by my blog. I have an award for you. :)

    Kelly
    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  36. ShellyAugust 30, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Oh Lisa you have done it again! Just a super neat card with so much details and that flower is just awesome! Homerun my friend!
    Shelly

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  37. SonyaAugust 30, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Love it--how super cute!

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  38. Houses Built of CardsAugust 30, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    So cute! Love the embossing on the palm tree!!! Thanks for joining us at Cricut 360!

    housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
    www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

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  39. Daisylove CreationsAugust 30, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Lisa,
    As always, you did a fantastic job!! Love the tiki hut and the little laterns, absolutely perfect :0)
    Thanks for joining us at Cricut 360!
    Diana
    daisylovecreations.blogspot.com

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  40. Sunshine HoneyBeeAugust 30, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Not sure how I overlooked your wonderful Tiki Hut. Definitely reminds me of Hawaii.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  41. LisaAugust 30, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    just love this cool card! Thx for joining us over at cricut 360!

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  42. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Lisa, another great card, they are so much fun to look at and keep looking at. I just love the detail that goes into each one. You put your heart into making them and it shows.

    Hugs, Lori m

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  43. cuttlebug_fanAugust 30, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    Your card is beautiful. Love the embossing you used on the palm tree. Thanks for joining us at Cricut360.

    Leirad
    leiradcardmakingcorner.blogspot.com

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  44. Abby BeardAugust 31, 2011 at 2:38 AM

    This is so pretty! I love all the little details.. great card! :)

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  45. GiGiAugust 31, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    This is awesome! I just LOVE that Tiki Hut!

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  46. PaulaAugust 31, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Lisa I just love this card. What a fun idea. Please stop by my blog - pvcreations2010.blogspot.com and you'll find an award waiting for you. Thanks for sharing this great card.

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  47. LisaSeptember 1, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Very cleaver... I just love your card! So many fabulous details!!!
    Cheers,
    Lisa
    >^..^<

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  48. CindySeptember 1, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    I love your card--the colors the embossing...just everything. LOL!

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  49. our2angelsinheavenSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    What a fun card!!! I love it and the tropical scene is just fabulous.
    Thanks for playing along with our Flower Power Challenge at the Sisterhood of Crafters. Good luck!

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  50. SheriSeptember 3, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    WOW! This card is also GRAND! Fabulous details! Thanks for joining us this week at My Sheri CRAFTS ;-)

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  51. Sunshine HoneyBeeSeptember 3, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Congrats on winning the
    "Ooo-La-La" blog award
    from My Sheri Crafts Ch#67 Vacation.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  52. MaribelSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Thank you so much for letting me know about the win:) I am so excited! Congrats to you on the Ooo-la-la award! This was a really fun challenge and I love your card!
    Maribel

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  53. JoAnn V. (http://joboogie.typepad.com)September 4, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    Love the scene! So cute! :)

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  54. callyanncSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I love this! TFS CallyAnn
    http://callyanncraftycreations.blogspot.com

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  55. Sunshine HoneyBeeSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Congrats on winning at Paper Playtime!

    Thank you all for playing in our Challenge #54! Here is our LONG list of winners. Congratulations, everyone! Be sure and grab your WINNER button. There was so much creativity in all these projects! WOW!! Be sure and come back tomorrow for the start of a BRAND NEW Challenge!

    Lisa of A Mermaid's Crafts has won 3 digi images & a Guest Designer spot on their challenge blog from Ai Factory
    http://www.aifgraphics.com/blog/

    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  56. Chriss America RealSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    Cute card! Girl, did you are really on a role winning prizes lately, did you see you won?
    http://paperplaytime.blogspot.com/

    chrissandlou.blogspot.com

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