Monday, March 25, 2013

Life Isn't About Finding Yourself

Happy Monday!! What a way to wake up this morning...snow, snow, lots of snow :( But I'm not complaining...it was a great weekend!! My team is still alive in the NCAA Tourney!! Love March Madness :)


I have a quick card to share with you today. I've been wanting to use my new Dylusions Couture Collections stamps, so I pulled them out for this card. The dress and hat were stamped on Strathmore Watercolor paper, colored with Tim Holtz Barn Door and Fired Brick Distress Markers and a TH waterbrush, and then fussy cut.


The base of the card is black cardstock from The Paper Studio. The next two layers are Spellbinders Grand Labels 4, cut with heavyweight paper from Canvas Corp. The bottom layer was inked with TH Barn Door and Fired Brick Distress Inks. On the next layer, Paris from a Wendy Vecchi Art Classic Words stencil was inked with TH Embossing Ink and then heat embossed with Ranger clear embossing powder. It was then sponged with Old Paper, Tea Dye, Frayed Burlap and Walnut Distress Inks. The postcard stamp from the Tim Holtz Paris to London set was stamped in Old Paper across the background. Then the Fleur de Lis stamp was inked with Tea Dye and stamped randomly. The Eiffel Tower from the same set was stamped with Jet Black Versafine ink. The banner along the bottom is a Tim Holtz Tattered Banner die cut, inked with Old Paper, Tea Dye and Walnut Distress Inks.


A Spellbinders Card Creator Matting Basics A die was inked with Barn Door and Fired Brick, with Walnut around the edges. The sentiment is from the Tim Holtz Mini Classics stamp set.


I'm entering this in the following challenges:
  1. Simon Says Stamp and Show - Quotable
  2. DL.Art - March Linky Party
  3. Sunday Funday #7 - March Linky Party
Thanks so much for stopping by today!! Have a wonderful day :)

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52 comments:

  1. DIANA L.March 25, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    This is so pretty Lisa. great colors that red really pops Sorry to hear about all your snow if it is any consilation it is cold here today ha ha hugs Diana have great week my friend,
    Thank you for joining my DL.ART Thankful Thursday Anything Goes March Linky Party
    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  2. snappy scrappyMarch 25, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Gorgeous, fab colouring, design and bling!!!

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  3. Lynn B.March 25, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    Gorgeous!! I love the look you got with the distress markers, amazing!

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  4. Linda BreedloveMarch 25, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    Lisa, I am SO impressed... as the French say...magnifique!!!!!!!!! I LOVE this card... everything you've done is absolutely perfect! Love your colors... love the inking on the Labels Four die cuts... ohhh, so fabulous! I am dying to buy these markers and more TH stamp sets... but instead I keep getting paper collections and embellishments. I may need to come out of retirement. haha
    We had three inches of snow when we got up this morning... ugh! Guess spring weather will come someday!
    Hugs!

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  5. KarenMarch 25, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Such a pretty card, Lisa! Love the color combo and I love how you added all the bling! I really like that sentiment and image too! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  6. Rhonda MillerMarch 25, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    What a gorgeous card.

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  7. I'm a Little TeapotMarch 25, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Lisa- you have blown me away with this card! Seriously, if Tim Holtz saw this card he would say "Wow, that girl is GOOD." :)

    I want to make this card. You are an inspiration...

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  8. McCrafty's CardsMarch 25, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Gorgeous card Lisa, I like the classy image,the colours and the gems.
    Kevin xx

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  9. BeaMarch 25, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    stunning card Lisa - it is so elegant

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  10. scrapn_momof2March 25, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    This is just so freaking GORGEOUS Lisa!! I love the sentiment, the feel of it and the colors. A stunner for sure!!

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  11. BeebeebabsMarch 25, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Absolutely beautiful card - "my kind of card" great job thanks for sharing!!!

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  12. KaronMarch 25, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    WOW - Love it Lisa, the image is absolutely gorgeous!!! Stunning!!! TFS

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  13. KarenMarch 25, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    My sweetest friend, this is exquisite! (And can I just say I'm so tickled that our cards are side-by-side at Diana's linky party?! Hehe!) The color combination is so striking, particularly with such fantastic images. How beautifully you colored her and I love that you used the Eiffel Tower as the backdrop. The sparkles are so stylish and perfectly placed alongside this fashionista. Stunning inking, beautiful layers, and a marvelous sentiment. You are so inspiring to countless people, my dear Lisa! :o) I hope you have a twinkly night! (Snow showers coming here, too... let's hop a plane to a sunshiny beach!) :o)

    Hugs and blessings!

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  14. SharlaMarch 25, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Oooh la la! This is fabulous (as usual) I really love the bright red and the black/kraft. And of course the Eiffel Tower..love anything with that image!

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  15. Creations by ShirlMarch 25, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    Wow this fun and classy! love the coloring and the color choices - and love all those blings.... So very pretty!
    TFS enjoy your wonderful evening...

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  16. Pat N.March 25, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    WOW! Love this card. Everything about it is perfect! Wonderful creation!

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  17. Sherrie K.March 25, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    WOW....another stunning creation! The dress is colored so beautifully Lisa! I love the flourishes, the image and the design!!!
    You totally WOW me and I am sure everyone else EVERY TIME you post! Kudos...outstanding creation!

    Hope your staying warm and gosh....more snow! Crazy, we got a little but not a storm-thank goodness. I am sure there is about 5 ft still in my yard, yuk! Spring will never get here at this rate:(
    Take care and have a great weekmy friend!
    Sherrie K

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  18. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsMarch 25, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Awesome Lisa! What a gorgeous red dress! Would love to sport one of these around town!!
    Brr!! We are already 90+ it is going to be a hot Arizona summer this year! Carri~Abusybee

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  19. AdrianMarch 25, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Wow, so beautiful!

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  20. Tanya~Studio 5380March 25, 2013 at 10:13 PM

    Oh my word - you have created yet another stunning card! This is just beautiful. I love that amazing pop of red, what a fabulous image! so sorry to hear that you have snow...again! Stay warm and enjoy your games - my hubby has hardly moved from the front of the TV the last few days...lol!

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  21. jessicaMarch 25, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    OMG LISA!!!! This is amazing!! I so love the gorgeous image, the fab colors and that sentiment is perfect!!
    What a STUNNING card!!!
    Thanks for sharing another awesome project my friend!!!

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  22. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 11:15 PM

    Love it! I'm diggin' the dramatic colors and clean lines :)

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  23. MissyMarch 25, 2013 at 11:35 PM

    This is great Lisa, I love the little scene you created, so pretty!!

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  24. Yoshiras time to craftMarch 25, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    Gorgeous card.love how she stands out in that red dress.love the touch of bling.

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  25. Norma GomezMarch 25, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    This is gorgeous, she really pops off the card! Love it, hugs :D Hope you had a wonderful Monday & managed to stay warm.

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  26. Chriss America RealMarch 25, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    So lovely! I love the colors you used.

    Hugs,

    Chriss

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  27. ShellyMarch 26, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    Lisa, this is fabulous! What a gorgeous image - so pretty! Anything related to Paris just steals my heart!

    So beautiful as always my friend!

    Oh man when is that snow going to leave :)

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  28. NormaMarch 26, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Hello my friend:) WOW! I bet the snow was beautiful:) Your card is super gorgeous and I love the sentiment. Congrats on your team still being in:) Thank you for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your evening!!
    Hugs,
    Norma

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  29. TraceyMarch 26, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Very French! Love your gorgeous card Lisa, perfect colours!

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  30. Life and KnitsMarch 26, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Love this! So chic!!

    Susie

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  31. SoniaMarch 26, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Hi my sweet friend^_^
    This card is soooooo gorgeous^_^
    Charming image and lovely papers^_^
    Beautiful detailing also^_^ Wowwww stunning work^_^
    Have a fabulous day my dearest friend^_^
    Huge hug,
    Sonia

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  32. EstherMarch 26, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Stunning card Lisa!!!!! Just a fabulous design and the gorgeous red dress is just perfect!!!!!
    Have a super day!

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  33. GwenMarch 26, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Lisa, this is so beautiful! It is a piece of art not just a card! Just awesome!!

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  34. KateMarch 26, 2013 at 10:47 AM

    VA VA VA Voom. Stunning Card and I just Love how you colored that image she is perfection in Paris! Hope your having a great day my friend.

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  35. VanessaBMarch 26, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    oh la la. sooooo gooooorgeous!!!

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  36. MigdaliaMarch 26, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    WOW!!This is so sexy!!!!!Love it! Absolutely GORGEOUS!!Perfect color combo.Love the RED!!
    Seriously FABULOUS!!So YOU!!!'
    Sending bloggie love to you my friend,
    M'

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  37. Chris - Creations in BloomMarch 26, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Seriously Lisa, you've got mad skills! Another stunning card. As always, thanks for sharing.

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  38. Chriss America RealMarch 26, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    Lisa,

    I sent you a message on Facebook. I have questions about this fantastic art.

    Hugs,
    Chriss

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  39. Mary AnnMarch 26, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Beautiful card,love your coloring...

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  40. Kathy SalidoMarch 26, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    Lisa, this card is absolutely gorgeous!! I love the images and the colors you used. I saw this stamp on Blitsy and thought of you...LOL

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  41. Dee BurnsMarch 26, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    Lisa, beautiful card. You did a fantastic job of mixing TH grunge with Glitz and Glam...stunning!

    BTW-it's been beautiful here with the snow too...lol.
    AND my team is still in NCAA and don't forget we have Coach Rick Pitino...maybe they will play each other...if that happens, the loser should send the winner some Blog candy with a great card. Wouldn't that be great...I might get one of your fab cards...lol.
    Have a great week!
    Dee B
    Crafdeecat

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  42. Paper CompulsionsMarch 27, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    Hey, Lisa! Sorry I have been MIA for a while. I missed coming by your blog. I am feeling much better now. PTL!
    Love your card. The colors are so vibrant. Great shading too. Hope you stay warm and out of the snow.

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  43. June HouckMarch 27, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Utterly fabulous, Lisa! I love Eiffel tower cards and I am glad they are still trending. Love the red dress and that fashionable lady :)

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  44. Lindsay Craftymonster81March 27, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    Really gorgeous and stylish, I love the shapes and layout you have used, the colour combo is really striking and the sentiment is brilliant
    Lindsay xx

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  45. Maureen MortonMarch 27, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    This French gal has it all going on, Lisa! Amazing coloring and great combo with the banner and the sentiment. I laughed when you said "quick" - this would have taken me all day and it would never have turned out so wonderful. You are an inspiration, for sure.

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  46. GeorgianaMarch 27, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    Love it! I am finally figuring out some different ways to use my Spellbinders. I so wish we could get together! I will just keep coming back to see what you share. I always learn something!

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  47. Cindy BelandMarch 27, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    AWESOME job with this one too Lisa!!!it looks FANTASTIC:)

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  48. DMarch 28, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    I like the sentiment on this card a lot! Fabulous stamping too. Hope it's not too terribly cold over there today :)

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  49. DaviMarch 28, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    Beautiful Card Lisa!! I love that image and the bright red!! I could try to send you some of our heat...its in the 90s!

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  50. Anita Houston The Artful MavenMarch 29, 2013 at 2:08 AM

    Tres chic!!! Love the image of the lady, and the quote is perfect for her! Putting her in Paris makes this that much sweeter! Gorgeous! Thank you for using your words with us this week here at Simon Says Stamp & Show!

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  51. Crafty MoniMarch 29, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    So so pretty! I love the colors you used. I would have never gussed you used Tim Holtz markers and a water brush. Love the sentiment:)

    Peace, Love, & Cricut Hugs!
    Monica L.

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  52. gracescraps@gmail.comApril 3, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    Wow, This screams Paris!! Love the quotation you used too!! ~ Blessings, Tracey

    http://gracescraps.blogspot.com/

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