Sunday, August 21, 2016

Flamingo Birthday....Freshly Made Sketches #250, Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge~Flamingo, Uniko Challenge #35~Inspired by a Song Title, Less is More Challenge #290~Exotic

Hello,

Back with a second card - and minimal babbling (I hear you cheering!):


Heading to the galleries at: 

Freshly Made Sketches #250

Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge~Flamingo


Uniko Challenge #35~Inspired by a Song Title.


My inspiration (okay, okay...I remembered it 'after the fact') is from Tracy Byrd's song, "Pink Flamingos' (some good country twang happening in that tune!)

Less is More Challenge #290~Exotic (if my card is too busy, totally understand if you remove it from the gallery)

Recipe:


That's all from me.  Watching the  Olympic closing ceremonies is my next 'do' task. I'll miss the excitement that's kept me entertained for the past couple of weeks.  The Tour of Spain road bike race (Spain's 'equivalent' of the Tour de France), however, has started...that makes me happy.  Actually, it makes my husband super happy *grin

Thanks so much for spending part of your day with me; your visit brings me joy!

30 comments:

Lynn said...

I love, love, love your card. The stamped background is fabulous. Thanks os much for playing with us at Curtain Call!

Esther said...

Gorgeous card, and perfect for our exotic theme at Less is More. The FMS layout suits this design so well! Thanks for playing along with us :)

Jeanne said...

Fantastic card, Carol! I adore your Pink Flamingo (and the song...Tracy Byrd is awesome). I also really like that panel with the stamped leaves. It works so well! I hear you on the end of the Olympics. It's been a fun ride. Hope you have a great week. Hugs!

Beverley said...

Eeeek! Lovely to see you using your Uniko goodies and awesome card. LOVE your song choice too. Thanks so much for sharing such a delight and joining in on the Uniko Challenge. Hugs Bev x

Carole said...

Oh your cards just get better and better carol...except the ones with spiders on...boy oh boy!!!! I HATE SPIDERS!! (real ones anyway)...lol.....anyway love this card with the fabby background and pretty flamingo (another song there but probably before your time!) Take care xx

Ankie vd Polder said...

Gorgeous card with this nice flamingo. Have a nice day, Ankie

Tammy Hershberger said...

What a sweet, tropical design! Thanks for joining us for the Curtain Call!

Anita in France said...

Fabulously tropical, Carol ... such a gorgeous leafy background for your pretty flamingo (that was the song I was thinking of!)! Hugs, Anita :)

Marybeth said...

Carol, I love this sweet tropical card, and your pink flamingo!

Geri said...

This is soooooo stinkin' cute! I love the bold pink flamingo paired with the softly colored leaves. Like how you also added a few subtle bits of pink with the pretty little flowers!

Loved watching the Olympics too! I never cease to be amazed at the ability of the athletes...and the cost to get them to this level! A sign of dedication (time & $$$) by the athlete and the parents!

My Paper Cat said...

Great combination of the challenges make for a really lovely card. Thanks for joining us at Uniko Studio.

Deborah Frings said...

Oh I do like this! Great combination of challenges - such a lush, tropical feel too. Thanks so much for playing along with Uniko this month! Deborah, DT.

Marisa said...

Yes!! Love the tropical leaves in the bg :) Great take on the challenge, and thanks for joining us!!

Shelly said...

This is fabulous, Carol!

Diane Jaquay said...

Lovely flamingo card, Carol!

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, I love this, Carol! Fabulous take on the sketch and on the inspiration photo!

Patti said...

I LOVE this card!! What a sweet design and that Flamingo! too too cute friend! : )

Patti

Marlena M. said...

I love your cheerful card~what a genius way to showcase that flamingo, Carol! Thank you for your sweet cyber hug~it was kind of you friend :)

Sazzle Dazzle said...

A perfectly exotic card Carol, full of fun and definite cheer. Loving your use of the Uniko paradise set and brilliant song title to inspire your creation. It's great to see you play along with us at both Less is More and Uniko this week. Thanks so much. Sarah x

Craft-E-Place said...

Brilliant card, I love the combination of elements.
Elaine

Anonymous said...

Hi Friend! I hope your doing well! I LOVE LOVE your card!!

Craftelier said...

Uuuh, I love Flamingos. beautiful card, congrats!

Craftelier said...

Uuuh, I love Flamingos. beautiful card, congrats!

Dana said...

Hellllooo, Carol!! I've been MIA in my commenting too! I hope you are doing well?!? The Colorista line will be on HSN next Tuesday. I think it will also be on their website, not sure if they ship to Canada but I'm sure you can find out!! The markers are very nice, great way to try out their alcohol markers with out a major investment!!!

Kay Miller said...

OH this is fabulous Carol! I love flamingos and your card makes me happy just looking at it! The panel of stamped leaves is just the perfect backdrop for that fancy flamingo! ((Hugs))

Greta said...

What a fun use of the sketch, Carol--love those tropical leaves!

Neets B said...

Loving those soft green shades with the pop of pink, Carol. I don't think it's too busy, some nice white space there. So sorry I've not been visiting much lately, life just gets really busy sometimes! Hopefully I'll swing by more often.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Anita x
Less is More

Cornelia (fun stamping) said...

Awesome flamingo! He is really showing off in from of those wonderful leaves!

Chrissie said...

My Granny duties over the past few weeks have taken their toll on my commenting time... many apologies for the late visit!
This is fab, we wouldn't dream of removing it... there's white space and a simple design... just beautiful!
Thanks so much
Chrissie
"Less is More"

Lindsey said...

Love your colours - the soft greens really complement the bright flamingo x