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Friday, February 9, 2018

You Make My Heart Smile....Inkspirational Challenge #154~Designers' Choice: Aperture

Hello,

Thank you to all who have sent hugs, positive vibes and well-wishes as I wrestle with the flu. Feeling a snippet better, thanks to my husband's insistence that I take it easy. I'm listening (for once!)

Welcome to Inkspirational Challenge #154~Designer's Choice, where our charming Kylie is inviting us to use an *Aperture* - window/opening - on our card. Maybe shaker comes to mind, hmmmm? Perhaps a frame? Whatever aperture signals to you, works for us! Bring 'em on!


Please welcome our Guest Designer, Jen, whose lovely Spring-themed aperture card is sure to stave off the winter chills (we're still well in the vise of cold weather: yesterday we 'bottomed out' at minus 44C!). My wonderful team - Shauna, Kylie, Sandie, Marina, Nonni and Yvonne - have designed lovely inspiration pieces as well; please leave them some love if you have a chance.

In addition to our challenge, I was also inspired by the Stained Glass Hearts Challenge over at FUSION.
I used Concord & 9th's Heartstrings die, cutting it on a white cardstock panel, then filled the 'apertures' created with a rainbow of cardstock snippets. A generous slathering with my Tonic Nuvo Glitter Gloss pen came next, as a nod to the stainglass effect. This pen is certainly different than Wink of Stella in being very very shimmery, but the brush seems to be really stiff. A bit of a learning curve, I guess. That sparkle is yummy, though...


Hard to see but the white panel is 'popped up' as a stylized 'window' opening. 

Also sharing at:

Simon Says Stamps Monday Challenge~Love is in the Air

Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge~It Must Be Love

Cards In Envy~Love You So Much

Thank you for dropping by!


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20 comments:

  1. CaroleFebruary 10, 2018 at 3:25 AM

    One of my favourite dies Carol and you have created that stained glass look so well!

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  2. sandieFebruary 10, 2018 at 3:46 AM

    such a clever idea and so striking-a really bold take on our theme. By the way,every time I visit your blog, I just love the design of it...I know I said it before, but it is so fresh x

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  3. Anita in FranceFebruary 10, 2018 at 4:20 AM

    A rainbow heart ... so bold and beautiful, Carol ... especially with all the shimmer! Good to hear you're taking it easy ... and it's working! Hugs, Anita :)

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  4. JeanneFebruary 10, 2018 at 6:18 AM

    Oh gosh, Carol. I've gotten a bit behind in reading my blogs and I didn't know you got the flu! I'm so sorry! I hope you are indeed taking it easy and starting to feel a bit better. I hope you are staying home and out of that frigid cold, too! Yikes! Your card is beautiful. What a gorgeous heart die and I adore the sparkly rainbow colors! It makes ME smile. Lovely! You always make me smile, too. Except when you are sick. That is not fun! Feel better! Hugs!!

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  5. ShaunaFebruary 10, 2018 at 7:29 AM

    This is awesome! So unique and fresh! The heart with the "stained glass" effect really stands out with so many bold colors. Glad to hear you are feeling a little better. Take care!
    Also, I joined Instagram this week. Just found you to follow! =)
    - Shauna

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  6. Happy DanceFebruary 10, 2018 at 7:49 AM

    That IS shimmery!! You may have just caused a run on the Nuvo pen, lol!! What a clever idea, my friend. This is one bright, happy, and sweet card!! Perfection from all angles. Great sentiment, too. Hope you continue to feel better, dear friend, and don't push things...you don't want a relapse! Don't make me come up there, lol!!! Sending gentle hugs. Bev

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  7. NonniFebruary 10, 2018 at 9:41 AM

    I love the graphic, colorful, fun, young, happy look of this! This truly is wonderful! That heart die is going to my shopping cart at Concord and 9th today... I've been wanting it for ages! Stunning use of it!

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  8. BobbyFebruary 10, 2018 at 2:38 PM

    Your rainbow heart is glorious, Carol. I know it's an optical illusion but it looks like it's the heart that's popped up instead of the white panel.

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  9. PamFebruary 10, 2018 at 5:28 PM

    Beautiful card for this challenge! I love that die. So sorry you have the flu. Hope you're better soon.

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  10. BrossArtAddictionFebruary 10, 2018 at 5:43 PM

    Love you CAS style! This is super cute! Had to give you a follow!

    Hugs,
    xxTraceyxx

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  11. Kath StewartFebruary 11, 2018 at 1:13 AM

    wow wow wow love that rainbow heart, thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge, hugs kath xxx

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  12. Sherri ThackerFebruary 11, 2018 at 8:20 AM

    WOW! I really love how you made that rainbow heart!! It's perfect for our challenge at Cards in Envy.

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  13. MarinaFebruary 11, 2018 at 12:46 PM

    ooh yes, I can see the sparkle and I love how colourful this is!

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  14. LinFebruary 12, 2018 at 5:22 PM

    Beautiful paper-piecing and a gorgeous result, C - sorry you're coping with the flu - hope you feel better soon. Thank you for joining us at the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday challenge!

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  15. Donna NuceFebruary 13, 2018 at 12:50 PM

    Wonderful CAS card! Really unique! Thanks for joining us at Cards in Envy.

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  16. Barb GhigFebruary 13, 2018 at 2:54 PM

    Such a gorgeous heart, Carol! So happy you played along with us at Fusion this week...we always love seeing your beautiful creations in the gallery!!!

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  17. Sandy TrefgerFebruary 14, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    Love the design of your card and the multi color heart! Thanks for sharing with us at Cards in Envy.
    ~Sandy
    Sandy Trefger Creative Designs

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  18. Kim SFebruary 15, 2018 at 5:39 AM

    Gorgeous!! LOVE your rainbow of color!

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  19. Susanne VargasFebruary 15, 2018 at 8:10 PM

    I am so behind with my commenting that I only learn now of your flu! So sorry to hear that! Hopefully you are feeling better in the meantime! Your glittery rainbow heart makes MY heart smile! It's spectacular!
    Sending lots of hugs and get well wishes,
    Susanne

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  20. Magic Flying BootsFebruary 16, 2018 at 6:39 AM

    Wow, what a gorgeous design! The colours are beautiful.

    Jen xx

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