Sunday, March 4, 2012

Carnival Birthday Card!

Happy Sunday, everyone!! I hope you are having a great weekend!! I want to sincerely thank everyone for their concern during the storms on Friday, especially those awesome friends who emailed me, messaged me and left comments. I can't tell you how much it meant to me...I am so thankful for every one of you!! The storms hit about an hour SE of here...we had strong winds, driving rain and the skies were a scary black, but thankfully no damage. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the terrible storms.


I have a card to enter into a couple of challenges today. The blue background paper is Core'dinations, and I embossed it with the Traffic Jam folder. All of the patterned paper is from DCWV Citrus Stack.


The carousel is from Summer Vacation. I cut it twice, once in black for the shadow effect.


The roller coaster is also from Summer Vacation. The balloons are from Birthday Cakes. "Happy" is from K Andrew Designs Fall-O-Ween stamp set, and "Birthday" is from Coffee & Tea For You & Me:



Click HERE to purchase your own set or to see the entire fabulous line of stamps!!

I am linking this up with the following challenges:
  1. Cooking With Cricut #75 - Carnival or Carnival Birthday
  2. Whimsical Wednesday #44 - Sketch Challenge:

I have several people for the Green Blend award but I didn't get the chance to put it together yet, so I will do so in the next few days. Also, I have so much to do this weekend, I haven't had the chance to stop and visit you...I will do so very soon!! Thanks so much for stopping by and have a great day :)
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46 comments:

  1. CandyMarch 4, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Fabulous card Lisa!!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 4, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I love love love this card!

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  3. jessicaMarch 4, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    what an awesome card Lisa!!! I love love love your take on the sketch and all your fun elements!!
    TFS

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  4. JovanMarch 4, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    OMG...what a AWESOME card! I love the colors and details!

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  5. Creations by ShirlMarch 4, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    Fabby card Lisa~ love all the details to it...
    And I'm glad all is well with you and your area.....
    Have a super Sunday....

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  6. LaurieMarch 4, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Beautiful card Lisa!!! So glad to hear you're safe!!
    Laurie
    scrapsbysissy.blogspot.com

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  7. Sunshine HoneyBeeMarch 4, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    I like Carnivals & your Carnival Bday card. You can also enter this at Birthday Sundaes Ch#46 Bday card w/ sentiment.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"

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  8. RobinMarch 4, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    So cute! The carnival theme is awesome.
    (:(:Smiles:):)

    Robin

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  9. SusanMarch 4, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    I'm glad to hear you're doing okay after the storms Lisa. I'm with you in the prayers to those who were involved. It looked pretty bad from the new clips.

    On a lighter note, the card is so fun! The embossing folder goes so perfect with this! That's a tough one to use, it really requires a certain theme to use it. Makes me wish summer was here already!

    Susan
    cricutandgrasshopper.blogspot.com

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  10. CherylMarch 4, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Fabulous card! I love the mix of papers and your take on the sketch.

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  11. CRAZY4 CHRISTMarch 4, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    This is sucha cool card, I love that you followed the sketch for it, great detail in the cuts!! Again i am glad that you are safe!!
    Kristan
    GCDT-Sister

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  12. Yoshiras time to craftMarch 4, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    beautiful card.love the colors and images.you rocked the sketch.tfs

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  13. Pat N.March 4, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    Wow, what a wonderful card. Love it!--pat N.

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  14. GwenMarch 4, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    Wow Lisa, this card is amazing! I love all the details on it.

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  15. girliaMarch 4, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Awesome job Lisa

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  16. Heather May HolbrookMarch 4, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    This card is awesome! I can't believe all the detail you got in those small cuts. I love the colors/papers you chose as well. Thanks for joining us at Cooking with Cricut this week!
    Hugs,
    Heather P :)

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  17. Heather May HolbrookMarch 4, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Thanks for joining us at Whimsical Designs this week as well! Your take on the sketch is awesome!
    Heather :)

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  18. Dayna SabrinaMarch 4, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Lisa this card is really cute! I am super impressed with how you you got the Ferris wheel and roller coaster to cut out. I can never get clean cuts that small on my cricut. Fabulous job my friend!

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  19. LizMarch 4, 2012 at 10:40 PM

    wow this is a fantastic card, you put so much into it I can't stop looking!

    http://tryin2craft.blogspot.com

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  20. UnknownMarch 4, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    So glad all is well there. My thoughts are with those who weren't so lucky.

    This on the other hand is a great, fun card! Love the sketch you used, and you interpreted it so well.

    Colin

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  21. ShellyMarch 4, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    OH my goodness...THIS IS AWESOME!!! I love the colors and theme. It is such an AWESOME birthday card! That paper is from my favorite DCWV stack, so much so... that I never use it in fear I'll run out! That's so weird huh?
    Well, I'm so happy that you were not affected by the tornado and we will be praying for those that were.
    Have a terrific night!
    Shelly

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  22. UnknownMarch 4, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    Lisa I am so grateful to hear you and yours are all OK! My prayers are still with so many others.

    This is a really cute card. You nailed the sketch! I would love to know your cricut settings on some of these hard cuts too. My expression really gives me fits sometimes.

    So happy you are alright,
    Hugs, Pam
    http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  23. DaviMarch 4, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Good to hear you are safe! Fab job on the card Lisa!! The carousel looks wonderful and so does the roller coaster! Fun dp and embossing to go with it ;)

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  24. smyiowMarch 5, 2012 at 12:07 AM

    Amazing!! Amazing!! Amazing!! You rock my friend!! I love your talent.

    Hugs my friend!!
    Shannon

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  25. katieoMarch 5, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    Lisa glad to hear you had no damage from the storm. I love the effect of the black under layer.

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  26. Sherrie K.March 5, 2012 at 12:57 AM

    I am SO glad to hear that you are okay and safe!!

    Your card is so FUN Lisa! You did a great job on the sketch. I love the fun cuts and the layout of your card is super cool. I especially like to roller coaster...looks like one we use to go on when we were kids,lol!
    Great job as always:)
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  27. NormaMarch 5, 2012 at 1:09 AM

    Hi Lisa:) I hope you had a fantastic weekend! WOW! your card is fun and lovely! Fabulous job with the sketch!!
    Hugs,
    Norma

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  28. KarenMarch 5, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    Allow me to just sit and marvel at yet another genius creation by you. :o) I don't really think a birthday card can be any more fun than this one, my friend! :o) The cuts are fabulous and I love that you gave them shadow effects. The papers are so vibrant and chipper, which is perfect. Speaking of which, I love that you used four different patterns for the little banners. And look at all the sparkle! Beautiful work as always, Lisa. You made me yearn for Cedar Point. :o) I'm glad you and your loved ones are okay. :o) Thank you for the smile!

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

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  29. JenscrapstooMarch 5, 2012 at 4:00 AM

    Awesome!! What a wonderful card!!
    Cheers Jennie
    GCDT - sister

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  30. ArleneMarch 5, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    WOW, Lisa this is amazing work! Very creative and I love every detail on this. :)

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  31. Diane HodrickMarch 5, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Wow...you were ambitious to go after two such intricate images. You absolutely nailed this card. It looks fabulous...and your cuts are so perfect! You are a brave and talented girl! So glad you made it through the weekend of craziness with no damage. My heart just breaks when I watch the news.

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  32. Seahorse CreationsMarch 5, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    Amazing Card! Love the theme and colors. So perfect for a summer birthday.

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  33. Linda BreedloveMarch 5, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    Oh how fabulous, Lisa... love the shadowing effect!!!
    So glad you're alright... safe and sound!
    Hugs!

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  34. AmyMarch 5, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    What a fabulous card Lisa- I love how you shadowed in black and popped up the the coaster & ferris wheel- this is such a great design! Also glad to hear that the weather didn't affect you and you are safe! :)Amy

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  35. DIANA L.March 5, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    This is incredible I just love it the colors and the design are awesome.
    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  36. EstherMarch 5, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    I really love your take on the sketch!
    Very creative birthday card, the amusement park ride cuts are fabulous!!
    Thanks for joining Whimsical Wednesday this week.

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  37. mum of twoMarch 5, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    What a great card! The cricut cuts are amazing! I love your take on Nanne's sketch. I'm glad to hear all those terrifying storms didn't affect you. Thanks for playing with us at Whimsical Wednesdays :) Hope to see you again soon.

    michelle
    http://mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com

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  38. Heather R... mousemommaMarch 5, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Love this card!

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  39. AimMarch 5, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Oh, Lisa... This is such a fun, fun, fun card!! I love the way you did the little tabs in the top corner -- so neat!! The cuts you chose are perfect -- What a treasure this card will be!! :)

    BIG HUGS,
    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com

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  40. JustYolieMarch 5, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    Adorable birthday card!! Thanks so much for linking up at Cooking With Cricut this week.

    Yolie, CWC Design Team

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  41. GiGiMarch 5, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    What a super fun card! I love the ferris wheel and rollercoaster images. Thanks for playing at Whimsical Wednesdays!

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  42. **Treefrog**March 6, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    Oh Wow this is just Gorgeous! I love, love, love it! I didn't think I needed this cart but now, Thanks for enabling, LOL! So glad you joined us over at Whimsical Wednesdays!
    ((Hugs)) Theresa

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  43. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsMarch 6, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Such a fun card! Your take on the sketch was amazing!
    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  44. Audrey FrelxMarch 7, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    Lisa, fabulous card!

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  45. DianeMarch 7, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Wow...what a cool card...and I have this cartridge and loved seeing it in use...very nice!! Glad you missed the storms...I feel so bad for those people...and being in the midwest, i am worried that we are all in for it this year...again!!

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  46. scrappinCMarch 7, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    Lisa ~ love your card makes me want to go to Disneyland or any other amusement park.
    Have a fabulous day.
    Cindy

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