Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Have a Great Day...Addicted to Stamps and More #111~Anything Goes (DT), CAS(E) this Sketch #90, CAS on Sunday #41~B & W with one colour

Hello...the long weekend flew by with lightning speed, and the same goes for time, in general!  It seems like only last week that I created a card for Addicted to Stamps and More, yet two have already passed.  Once again, I'm thrilled to join with the rest of the DT for this week's challenge:  Addicted to Stamps and More #111~Anything Goes. This time, though, we're including an optional twist - GET WELL/THINKING OF YOU for a former DT member, Marie.  I know a visit from you would cheer her immensely, and if you created a card, well, just imagine how much her spirits would be lifted!

My design was inspired by CAS(E) this Sketch #90


 and CAS on Sunday #41~Black & White with One Colour.  I chose 'pink'...kind of a coral pink.

A simple little number...


The background paper, covered with little bikes,  prompted me to reach for my CB die, as does having my husband away for the remainder of the week, fulfilling his role as an official at the Tour of Alberta 6-day bike race.  It's pretty obvious where my mind was when I created this...and I hope the flutter of butterflies will bring a smile to Marie's face.

This week, the winner will receive a choice of 5 free digis from


                             http://www.whimsystamps.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=13_38

Head over to see the dazzling delights from the ATSM DT.  Put on your crafting gear, make a card, and join us in the gallery.  I'm excited to see how Anything Goes inspires you!

Thanks so much for dropping by; your visit and comments add sparkle to my day!



27 comments:

Taunya Butler said...

This card made me smile big and perked up my day!! I have been stuck in bed today since I fell down the stairs yesterday and shook myself up a bit!! I have taken the time to visit and look at all your cards and you ALWAYS make me smile. I am sorry that you are on your own-some but I am glad that you have the weekend to look forward too!! I am impressed with all those butterflies riding on the handle bars of the bike -- is that a single stamp done over and over -- or is it a cluster of your favorite thing - butterflies!! The way you use butterflies inspires me!! I love that whenever I see a butterfly anything now I think of YOU my dear friend C!! Have a wonderful night!! Craft something extra for me since I won't be getting up tonight!! Maybe I can sneak into my craft room tomorrow! Hugs to you!!

Kim Heggins said...

Fabulous and sweet card. I love your adorable little bicycle and that background paper is just as amazing. I have to agree with Taunya, your cards brings a big smile to my face.

Deepti said...

This is sweet perfection :) great design and colors !

Greta said...

Love that bike die & the butterflies are such a neat element here, Carol! I know it will life Marie's spirits!

sandie said...

So pretty Carol, those butterflies are sure to cheer up Marie and that background paper is so you!!

Rahmat said...

Oh my I love the background paper, that's the first thing I saw on your card!, very impressive card Carol!, and you used the butterflies :)

Kylie said...

This is so cool, Carol. Love the backing paper. All those gorgeous butterflies with the bike are really sweet!! xx

anja curvers said...

Ohh this is really cute I love your card. Thank you for joining us over at CAS on sunday.

Kim S said...

So sweet!!! The butterflies are perfect!

~amy~ said...

this is so sweet...love the flurry of butterflies...or is it swarm?

aha:

A group of butterflies is also called a "swarm", "rabble", "kaleidoscope" or "flutter" of butterflies.

Julie B said...

Love the DP background to your card, you obviously had your hubby on your mind when you reached for this. Great idea to link the CB die and stamp to it, a perfect marriage. The butterflies just add the feminine touch. :)

Sue said...

This is gorgeous, Carol. I love how you used the background paper with the stamps and dies, so pretty :)

Tracey McNeely said...

Said it before and I'll say it again, I love that bike. You framed it and used used the sketch perfectly on your card !

Susanne Vargas said...

What a sweet card! This will surely cheer up Marie!
Enjoy your time alone by making lots of cards! ;)

Kay Miller said...

Oh I love the design with the little stitched panel along the bottom. The bicycle die is just adorable too! That background paper could NOT BE any more perfect!! Love it!! ((Hugs))

Anonymous said...

Hi Carol. This is really beautiful. The tiny butterflies are such a great touch. Have a fabulous day! Hugs Monika xxx

Lesley said...

What an adorable card, Carol. I love the paper and the bicycle! The stitched panel is perfect! Great job!

Barb Ghig said...

Oh, this is so charming, Carol! I love your black and white bike with those fun papers and the sentiment is so sweet! I know Marie is going to love it, too!

Katie Melhus said...

This is gorgeous and I'm loving how that background paper compliments your image so perfectly - beautiful!

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, I love this! Fabulous take on the sketch!

Kylie said...

Wonderful take on the sketch, C! I love that you were able to use bikes too. SO FUN! Another very pretty card!

OH Babs said...

Gosh what fun designer paper and die cut and the butterflies are touching. Marie will love your card.

Unknown said...

Awesome card! Love the design.

Marisa said...

That BG paper is just too perfect! Love the bike and the flutter of butterflies around it. You are on a creative roll indeed!!

Shannon J said...

Gah!!! Totally in love with this!! I'm afraid of the slant - like, terrified! But just look at you!! OMG, fabulous! My fave part of this beauty? Those sweet little butterflies floating delicately out of the basket and fluttering away. Happy sigh...!!!

Monika Reeck said...

It was long time ago I see you on my Blog Carol...hope you are doing well and not under the water..I still create cards even my MIL get more worst...life must go on and I love join challenges too like you my dear friend...now about your card..I love your tiny cute butterfly with bike on your card and the DP is so yummy..nice color and nice arrangement and great using the sketch..I wish I can always visiting you every day my friend but my time is limited with two little boys around me (SMILE) also I will try my best...and big hugs from me in Germany...hugs hugs hugs

Anita in France said...

So sweet, Carol ... the flurry of butterflies is a delight! A sure spirit lifter for Marie! Hugs, Anita :)