Today I have a card I made using the Just Because Cards cartridge and some FABULOUS American Crafts paper. I was having a bad day the other day when I made this, so I needed a little bit of a pick up. This paper and this cute little owl did the trick!
I cut him at 9 1/4". However, I cut his shadow at 9" and another at 8 3/4". They layered beautifully. I just hate the fat shadows, which unfortunately this cartridge does....BUT I figured out that in most cases you can cut the shadow smaller and it will work. Gotta love it when stuff like that happens!!
The sentiment is from Papertrey Ink.
Have a wonderful day!!
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Awww the owl is just so cute!! I agree on the fat shadow thing. I prefer a tiny shadow too, so it's goot to know that cutting it smaller works for this cart :)
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a better day today :)
Very cute card. Owls having a special memory for me and my now 18yr old son. Glad to hear about the shadow cutting. Can't wait to get this cart. TFS
ReplyDeleteCute card! Thanks for sharing the idea of multiple layers for shadowing.
ReplyDeleteYeah, this card will pick anyone up. I made an owl card the other day and left the sentiment. "Have a hoot..." is too cute. I will be adding that to mine (;
ReplyDeleteTHIS WOULD BE A GOOD MALE-TYPE CARD. THIS IS A DEFINITELY MUST HAVE ON MY LIST OF WANTS. CAN'T BELIEVE I AM THE 4TH TO POST, GUESS EVERYBODY IS BUSY WITH EASTER. HOPPY EASTER!
ReplyDeleteANN
Very cute! I see that cart has everything. I need it! Thank you for sharing that with us.
ReplyDeletesorry you were having a bad day,but the card is adorable. efghaus@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteOh he is a hoot! Love your card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the cutting tip.
Thanks for the tip about shadowing the owl. I just received the Just Because cartridge and can't wait to use it next week.! Hope you are having better days!!!
ReplyDeleteOh.....I love the smaller shadow also! thanks for the tip will definitely try that...great card!
ReplyDeleteCarol N<><
I have a friend who collects owls, so I'm always looking for one for her. This will be a great one! Thanks for the tip about the fat shadows. This card is on my must have list!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute card!!!! I can't wait to get this cartridge:) Everything you gals have done are so cute!
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Lynda
sooo cute!
ReplyDeleteThe owl is too cute. I like the wink. ;) THanks for the tip, that's good stuff! HAPPY EASTER!
ReplyDeletelove the owl. it is so cute. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!! Hope today is better!
ReplyDeleteThis owl card will perk up anyone's day. TFS
ReplyDeleteDonna C.
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Thanks so much!! This card made me smile!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a hoot she's so cute.
ReplyDeleteAdorable! I certainly had a hoot on my last birthday!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the shadowing information, you are awesome. The owl is cute too. LOL
ReplyDeleteI love the owl! I think I need to get this cart! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletetoo cute and the background colors are very springy! thank you for sharing..
ReplyDeletemarie sierra
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Love the owl and the narrow shadow. All of your cards this week have been gorgeous. I just had time to look at them but not comment. Beautiful job as always.
ReplyDeleteThis is just the cutest card! Good thinking about the shadowing if you want a smaller one.
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Jennifer, blossom93 at yahoo dot com
Cute card, can't wait to get that cart
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Lori
This cartridge is at the top of my wish list!!!
ReplyDeleteCute card! It's easy to see why this card would perk you up. TFS
ReplyDeleteI love the winking owl! Very good tip on using smaller shadows.
ReplyDeleteNancy B....
ReplyDeleteI also just got this cart. Thanks for the tip on the shadow feature.
Love the card, the paper is so pretty.
Hope your day is a better one.
That owl is just too cute! Thanks for the tip on the shadows!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! Thanks for sharing the cutting tip for shadows. Never would've thought of that.
ReplyDeleteJust looking at that owl made me smile, I love this cart! I hope you are feeling better, Melanie. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Carmen L
cal8007 at aol dot com
A very cute owl card. Love it.
ReplyDeleteluckiepup@yahoo.com
too cute. this little guys would be great on a graduation card too.
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kat
How cute is that owl?? I love how he is winking! I just got this cart yesterday, so I can't wait to try this card. And that tip about the shadow is VERY helpful, since I don't like a fat shadow either :)
ReplyDeleteCute card. I may have to get that stamp to use with my Paisley cartridge owl.
ReplyDeleteThe owl is adorable!Thanks for sharing your ideas and "HAPPY EASTER!"
ReplyDeletevery cute
ReplyDeleteCUTE! The card is simple and charming.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Love the ribbon and bling too.
ReplyDeleteTFS.
I agree that card would pick anyones day up. I have trouble with shadowing. I try and cut the shadow the same size as the object. Guess I should up the shadow size by 1/2 inch.
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Linda in Stanwood
Thanks for the tip and after making that card you gotta be in a better mood.
ReplyDeleteToo, too cute!
ReplyDeletePretty darn cute card. An owl that looks like that will definately cheer anyone up
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
Susan
Thanks for the tip on the shadowing. He's kind of a strange looking little owl..
ReplyDeleteWell, that owl would perk anyone up! Thanks for the shadow tips. I love the winking eye. Happy Easter Weekend. (awillmon39@aol.com)
ReplyDeleteI love owls and the card is so cute!
ReplyDeleteJoye B
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Awww... That is adorable! Love this card!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, cute card! Hope you're feeling better. Thanks for all you do. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSoooooooo happy you were able to brighten your day with this adorable card. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCute card! I'm amazed that you can still be so creative even when having a bad day. Hope things go better for the Easter weekend!
ReplyDeletewhat a fun card. I like the ribbon and the colors.
ReplyDeletethis is a great card. i hope you check out my giveaways and first ever blog too.
ReplyDeletechriswooten57
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Cute card. Love the owl. Have a great weekend. TFS :O)
ReplyDeleteI really like your card, very cute. I just received this cart and am having alot of trouble figuring out all the cuts since the whole type pad is envelopes. Would you have any suggestions?
ReplyDeletePls email if you could help.
Thanks Gina
raegina at gmail dot com
Super cute card. Lovin the little colorful owl:) Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMonica L.
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The card is so adorable. Need to get the cartridge.
ReplyDeleteCarol
Wish I'd had this cartridge for my dd b-day card. It is so cute and she's now 23! My baby! Maybe next year.
ReplyDeleteLove the owl. Thanks for the tip about the shadowing. Hope your day got better.--Ryansmaama
ReplyDeletegkburrow@cmaaccess.com
I bought this cartridge last night after seeing this card! Can't wait until it arrives!
ReplyDeleteSo very cute. This would pick up your spirits.
ReplyDeleteAnother very cute card!
ReplyDeleteSo cutesy!!
ReplyDeletedeelepage@hotmail.com
Love the card! Great colors papers and the little owl is adorable! TFS
ReplyDeletemccadesmom at gmail dot com
I love this card! That cart is on my list for buying next. Can't wait to see what else you come up with!
ReplyDeleteSo so cute!! That owl is adorable! :)
ReplyDeleteIt's such a cute owl. I like this one for b-days so I'm going to try it out for my nephew Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteVery cute owl card. Thanks
ReplyDeleteErin K.
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So cute! I love the owl. I agree about the shadows and also that not all cartridges match up if you cut the shadow smaller. Good to know this one does. I can't wait to get this cartridge.
ReplyDeleteThis is sooo adorable, love the owl! I also love how you used the punch on different colored paper to make the background!! Very crafty idea! :) I will have to keep this in mind! LOVE IT!! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
ooooh he is too cute...these little tips sure do help...
ReplyDeleteToo stinkin' cute!!! Love the owl, but I love about every owl out there!!!! Great job Melanie! I just love to see all your creations!
ReplyDeleteThanks again!!
Lisa :)
i like the 'touch' of shadow also. never thought too much of 'fat' ones, but now that you mention it, i too would rather have a light shadow.
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kat
He is so cute Mel. I hope you doing well!
ReplyDeleteHow totally cute! He's precious! Great card! TFS
ReplyDeleteSuper cute!
ReplyDeleteLove how the owl is winking!
ReplyDeleteCute card. Love the eyes. cberrylynn
ReplyDeleteLOVE LVOE LVOE this card! super duper cute!!!
ReplyDeleteThis owl is cute. Another "must have" cartridge.
ReplyDeleteRebeccaJane:)
Melanie- I love the color combination on the Owl! And the paper goes perfect with it! You are a great paper crafter! Thank you for all the great idea!
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