The week has gone quickly, but holy moley: glad for Friday. Added bonus: early dismissal, so I'll be (hopefully - a mega-task landed on my desk yesterday that needs to be completed. Going in early...) sashaying my way out the door by early afternoon. No major weekend plans, aside from a day-long meeting (two hour drive away) to meet with bike-racing officials about the upcoming season. Excited! The racing begins in just over a month...and then 'that's that' with a whole bunch of our weekends between May and November! Nothing like standing on the side of the road for hours on end, clipboard and stopwatch in hand *grin*...
Today, two cards, carrying on with the *Happy* theme...
First, for Less is More #218~Colour Challenge: Predominately Black, is a black floral embossed background, a pop of paint chip yellow and one big "happy"...
Second, for Happy Little Stampers April Sketch Challenge
, a burst of colourful explosions (Winnie and Walter everything once again). I offset the black happy die cut onto two white layers...had to see in my photo, but it's there...really!
NOTE: Thrilled and honoured to be selected one of the winners over at AAA Cards. THANK YOU!!
Sharing this over at AAA Cards #36~Easter Colours
Time to get the show rolling...wishing you all a fabulous Friday!
Thanks so much for dropping by; your visit and comments add sparkle to my day!
Hugs,
Definitely happy. Love both of your cards!
ReplyDeleteThe black embossed background is amazing--so striking! I love the coloured bursts on your second card! I received your wonderful happy mail yesterday, it is on my desk to look at while I craft, you are such a sweetheart!
ReplyDeleteTwo fabulous cards Carol. The embossed black with the pop of bright yellow is awesome. LOVE the rainbow-coloured bursts on your second card. Thanks for playing along at Happy Little Stampers. xx
ReplyDeleteOMG! I'm so happy I foundyour blog. Keep up the great work! Terry:)
ReplyDeleteOh these two cards just ooooze happiness! I LOVE the black embossed background with the bright yellow butterfly! A really wonderful combination of texture and colors! And all the bright burst behind the happy die are just delightful! Enjoy your weekend! ((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteLove that little strip of white from the paint chip on your butterfly. Love the black embossed background and I do love that happy die! The AAA Easter colors card is a wonderful departure from - Easter! Love those happy bursts of spring colors - a very happy card indeed!!
ReplyDeleteBTW, I am so HAPPY that you played at AAA cards. Please come again and again!!!!
ReplyDeleteI think you will be back in your element with the clipboard and stopwatch in your hand Carol! lol I know your hubby will be to once he gets upon that bike! I love, love both of your cards, they are both unique and beautiful. I still haven't gotten me any paint chips yet, I always forget when we go in. Gotta remember to do that because I love the pops of color from them. Enjoy your weekend!! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful bursts of color on your rainbow card. Certainly makes me "happy". Hope you had a nice Easter and that Spring has sprung.
ReplyDeleteLOVE that shape stamped in all those colours! Wow! it POPS!
ReplyDeleteYou have made that Happy sentiment shine :) Nothing better than being able to do something that give you joy.
ReplyDeletewoooww I love your black and yellow butterfly card miss C
ReplyDeleteand the other card CLEVER way to used that sketch from HLS
awesome made as always Miss C
Wish you like to visiting me today is my Birthday LOL
I am getting 24 today oopss wrong...typpo...
I am so happy getting some goodies (die cut papers from some friends) and Cards from USA, Australia, Slovenija..wish i can touch your card too Miss C
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wish we can stay in contact
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Monika
Great cards, the black with the touch of yellow really pops!
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Chrissie
"Less is More"
Fabulous pair of cards Carol! Love your sweet yellow butterfly against that black background, such a stunning look!
ReplyDeleteYou rocked both of the challenges! I am partial to the AAA -Thanks for joining in!
ReplyDelete2 fantastic cards Carol and I'm so thrilled you've played along at both AAA cards and Less is More this week. Can't pick between the cards as each is perfect in it's own right. Thanks so much. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteLove both of your happy cards - the one with the paint chip butterfly and especially the colorful burst one!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Wow! Great cards! Those rainbow bursts are positively gorgeous and the black embossed card is stunning. Happy, happy!
ReplyDeleteWow...talk about dynamic!!! One because of the stunning black background, the other with the 'brilliant bursts of colors (I can hardly wait for my neon inks to arrive!). Sounds like you two will be 'gearing' up for a busy, busy racing season! Makes me break out in a sweat just thinking about it!
ReplyDeleteBTW...I'm calling Winner, Winner....
Gorgeous cards both of them! Loving the bright happy colours of the second one and that oversized sentiment is just perfect. Thanks for sharing at AAA Cards.
ReplyDeleteThese are both singing 'happy' loud and long, Carol ... gorgeous sunny yellow butterfly against that lovely texture ... and all those rainbow star bursts ... so delicious! Hugs, Anita :)
ReplyDeleteExcellent cards, Carol! I like the boldness of the embossed black with the pop of the bright and happy yellow. And well, yes, the butterfly! I also adore the colorful stars on the second one. Hope you made excellent progress on the project that landed in your lap. Hope you enjoy the upcoming racing season. :)
ReplyDeleteWow! Embossing the black was such a great idea, Carol. It looks magnificent! Those colorful bursts are perfect for the HLS sketch.
ReplyDeleteDang girl! Your cards are most certainly happy! LOVE the black embossing and yellow (is that a paint chip?) butterfly. So sweet and so you! And your "exploding" happy card is fantastic. Love those bright colors and all that lovely white space. Sa-wheet!!! In from the flower beds for today. I've got two small ones left that I'll work on after church tomorrow. It's good to be outdoors once again. Have a great weekend and regards to your mom. Bev
ReplyDeleteYou've been a busy girl...Two fabulous cards, Carol! There's nothing like black and white with a burst of bright yellow...so striking, and I love the texture with your embossed background! I also love your rainbow of colors and how you grounded your 2nd card with the black sentiment! Great job, my friend!
ReplyDeleteLove the rainbow of stars! So bold and so pretty!
ReplyDeleteFabulous cards!! So bold and graphic!! Love them!!
ReplyDeleteOh what fun & beautiful cards, Carol--love them both!
ReplyDeleteI am "burst"ing with pride over these two cards - they both make me feel very happy!! Love the bright yellow popping off the black embossed background!! And the bursts of beautiful, fun color on the second one also make me HAPPY!!! 2 really awesome cards!!!
ReplyDeletewow! Carol, two AMAZING cards. Love them both!!! Thanks so much for playing along at Happy Little Stampers xx
ReplyDeleteThe black and yellow is so dramatic... it's forcing me to me happy against my will! LOL. And dare I be unhappy when faced with an explosion of colours? Heck no!
ReplyDeletehugs, Asha
Congratulations on your win over at AAA, Carol.
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