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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

59 and FABULOUS! Birthday card made using Martha Stewart Season Cake Art cartridge!

Hello, friends!

I am starting to run out of steam! Good thing I am going on a quasi vacation at the end of the week. Between my tests, getting ready to go, and general blogging stuff my cup runneth over! Wish me luck on my Econmics test that I have today though. It is not my strong suit! My husband thinks that is not surprising considering how much scrapbooking things I buy. He says I have no concept of money! The nerve *wink*

Today's card is made using the Martha Stewart Season Cake Art cartridge. I made this for my Mother-In-Law's birthday. I need to get it in the mail soon too because she lives in England and it takes FOREVER for things to get there.

The paper is from Close To my Heart as is the ribbon.
I cut '59' out at 3/4".
The stamp is from Papertrey Ink.
The 'top note' shape is a spellbinders die that I made using my cuttlebug. I cut it in half and used half on the outside of the card and the other half on the inside!

Don't forget that I am drawing winners tomorrow for my Hello Thursday giveaway! Be sure to check back in to see if you won!

Have a wonderful Wednesday!



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72 comments:

  1. Short ScrapperFebruary 23, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    Beautiful card for a beautiful lady (I'm sure)! By the way, as one who is on the soon-to-be-end of 52, 59 is a wonderful age! Happy Birthday to your mom-in-law!

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  2. Kim.February 23, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    Beautiful card, lovely colours and cuts used for a lady of this age. I love the 59 and fabulous it really makes the statement of ageing.
    Kim xXx

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  3. BrigitteFebruary 23, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    wonderful card and good luck on your test!
    brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Lovely! Love the colors.

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    pretty card....I love this cart too!
    You mom-in-law is in for a treat so Happy Birthday to your other mother!!

    Joan Smith

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  6. KimberliFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    Pretty card, I'm sure she'll love it! Happy Birthday to her and good luck on your test!

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  7. patriciaFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    love your cards and hope everything you wish for today comes to you.

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  8. LanaFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    You really have an eye for color! I love all the cards you make! They look so professional. - - Good Luck on your test!

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  9. 4UcardsFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    I would love to receive this card. The CTMH paper is so pretty for the start of spring. Good Luck on your test.

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  10. A Cup of Cold WaterFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Beautiful card. You are great in ecomonics ~ helping drive the ecomomy, just like the rest of us!
    Thanks for sharing
    Susan

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  11. Luv 2 CreateFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Gorgeous card Melanie. Your Mon-in-Law is going to love it. Wow, I am old enough to be your mother! Ugh. Send her best wishes from all of us as well.
    Gotta love those spellbinders!! Don't they add so much to cards and layouts.
    Marcie

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  12. LaraFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    This is a gorgeous card and a great use of spellbinders. Thanks for the inspiration- and good luck on your test!

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  13. KellyFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Love this card! You MIL will love it I'm sure!

    Good luck on your test!

    TFS

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  14. KayceeFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Classy! I like!!! It's great when you see a card and it makes you think of someone! Thanks for sharing

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  15. Doris P.February 23, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    beautiful.. elegant yet so simple... just beautiful! I'm turning 49 this year and realize that 59 isn't so far ahead.. ;0
    parkernana5 @ cox.net

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  16. SHELLEEFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    This is such a cute card!! Sending good vibes on your test! Enjoy your "vacation"! ANY time spent on a cruise is a good time! (unless you get sea sick!)
    Shellee

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  17. JenEFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Such a pretty card! Love the colors and the cuts.

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    I always love your cards. I have a question to ask how do you mail these beautiful cards without them getting damaged?

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  19. Janet HamiltonFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Economics--yuk! Took lots of those classes but didn't make me like it--nothing sure in that department.
    And my daughter is an economist!
    Anyway, happy birthday to your MIL. I'm sure she will love this card from her beautiful DIL.

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  20. KarenFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    What a pretty card. I love the sentiment! I am sure she will love it.

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  21. TrevaFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Beautiful Card, best wishes on your test!

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  22. BerryBlessedFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Economics? Do you mean Scrap-omics? That's the theory for me! Card is beautiful. Love the resourceful use of cutting the top note shape...very 'economical' of you! *wink* Good luck on your test!!

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  23. lindagk23February 23, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Super cute card! Love the colors! Good luck on your tests and hope you have lots of fun on your cruise! Thanks for sharing! lindagk23

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Beautiful! I just love the colors you chose.

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  25. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    I love this card. It is beautiful.

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  26. AnnFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    VERY PRETTY CARD! YOU WILL DO FINE NO MATTER HOW MUCH YOU SPEND ON CARDMAKING! LOL
    MSTGANE
    ANN

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  27. MarilynFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Great card, great layers, great colors. Thank you for sharing it!

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  28. Kelly MassmanFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    How gorgeous! Love the button and everything else!

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  29. Just A Pac RatFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Beautiful card! I love the colors! Thanks for showing us the idea!

    circlebenterprises.blogspot.com

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  30. JoyceFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Gorgeous card! Need to make a 90th so this style would be awesome! Thanks for sharing!!!
    jdwlo

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Very pretty card! your mother-in-law is going to love it. She probably loves everything you make--I'm sure you make her very proud :)

    Roxanna
    bswinch at aol dot com

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  32. Minnesota NanaFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Great colors! love it!

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  33. Pat N.February 23, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Very pretty card! Love the button in the middle of the bow. Good luck on your test. Sure you'll feel relieved when that's over. And have a great time on the cruise. Hope we can see some pictures when you get back.--Pat N.

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  34. snappy scrappyFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    So pretty, love the paper and colours too!!

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  35. flscrapladyFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    This is one of the best (in my opinion) you've made. I love it. From the colors to the papers it is one of my favorites. Thanks so much. Sorry you are so stressed.
    diane at weismanfamily dot net

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  36. Scrapper69February 23, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    WOW! That is soooo pretty! I LOVE that paper and it makes the card look elegant... your Mother in Law will LOVE it! And good luck on your test.... You'll be fine... I know it! :O)

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  37. THEBUZYBUGFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Adorable card, TFS. Bug Hugs.

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  38. Rebecca's Card HobbyFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Beautiful - I have this CTMH paper, love the colors. I hope your mother-in-law likes the card as much as I do.

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    What a beautiful card. Love the colors and the ribbon.

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  40. TheLastOfNineFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Beautiful card and gorgeous button.
    Gloria

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  41. PurpleLadyBugFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Beautiful Card & Happy Birthday to your mother-in-law. Good luck on that test, my husband would have said the same exact thing (lol)

    kperlic@hotmail.com

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  42. cricut cardsFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Pretty looking cards. I love the way you design your layout

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  43. Corrie M.February 23, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Love this card, the sentiment is subtle which is really what it needs to be! Great job!!

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  44. WindyFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Very pretty card! I love the colors, the top note idea, and the button. I'm sure you've already taken your test by now, so I'll just say I'm sure you did well.

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  45. AngelaFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous card. That paper is fabulous too.

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  46. Faith Abigail DesignsFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    So beautiful! I'm sure she'll love it!

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  47. ElaineFebruary 23, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    I lobr your card and also the one on everyday cricket. Lots of talent Hopefully it carries over to the economics test. Tell your husband the spending is investment into your mental health and the benefits to him are unlimited.

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  48. ElaineFebruary 23, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    should have been love not lobr..fingers on the wrong keys.
    ...comment was love the card...you have great ideas

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  49. susan.kempffFebruary 23, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    What a beautiful card. Best of wishes to the birthday gal! Love the colors, ribbon, and that gorgeous button. Thanks for the idea of using the spellbinders inside and out. Always have such nice inside designs. You really design a complete card.

    Good vibes on your test!!!

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  50. CrhigaFebruary 23, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Lovely card, she'll love it!!!

    Carol

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  51. Cynthia BaldwinFebruary 23, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Gorgeous layered brackets - love how you did the inside w/ the same desing too!

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  52. JANLYNNFebruary 23, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    A lovely card. You MIL is a very lucky lady.

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  53. DebbieFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    really like the card thanks
    upnurse @aol.com

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  54. madzachFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Great card!

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  55. SuziM (sacto)February 23, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Such a beautiful card. Happy Birthday to your Mother-in-Law. Hope your test went by quickly and with little stress.

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  56. gardenerFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Clever 59 card and love the way you cut a label in two and used half for the inside.

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  57. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Beautiful card the colors are so soft!Your cards are always so detailed from the butterflys to your beautiful bows...She will love it!
    Tell your DH to stop testing you, that one test a day is enough(You can go show him how you can manage money YOUR WAY)$$$*wink,wink*$$$
    tfs

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  58. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Lovely card. Your MIL will love it!

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  59. JoAnnFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Your card is beautiful. Love the colors and cuts. TFS

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  60. Amy M.February 23, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I really like this card - the green ribbon gives it a great pop :)

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  61. Kristen AnnFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    What an elegant card! Really like the soft pastel color choices and the button is a fun accent. Hope the test went well.

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  62. Becca PFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    What a beautiful card. I love everything about it. Thanks for sharing.

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  63. KimbuckjrFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    This card is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us. You are truly inspirational! Thank you!
    God Bless you and yours!
    Hugs - kimbuckjr@yahoo.com

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  64. NanetteFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Love this card...beautiful. I think I'm going to have to use this card. TFS!

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  65. DonnaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Oh my gosh, that's my birthday # too this year! It's a wonderful age!

    Funny when we were 30 and thought 59 was ancient - looking back, I think times have changed so much, and for the better. We feel better, we look better, for heaven's sakes, we ARE better at 59 than women were 30 years ago. Happy Birthday to all of us, no matter what age we are!

    I love this cartridge and I think I'm going to have to invest in it. Thanks for sharing yet another special card with us!

    Blessings, Donna
    grandma4five

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  66. sucorFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Happy Birthday to your mom-in-law! It's a gorgeous card! I'm sure she will love it. Good luck on your test!

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  67. cardchick's worldFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    OMG!!! THIS IS GORGEOUS!!!! luv the design abd the color combo too
    thursday is my b-day and I'll be turning 61 happy birthday to your mom in law....

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  68. MimiKatFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Absolutely beautiful card, brings to mind spring and peacefulness. Great design as always.

    Kathy

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  69. TFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Love it..I love th button on the bow..wonderful card I know your mother n law will love it..

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  70. KTbirdiegirlFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Beautiful card! Good luck on your exam and have a great vacation! You deserve it!!!
    Kathryn

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  71. RAPFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Beautiful. I love how you used the cut top note on the inside. I hope you don't get in trouble for sharing her age with everyone!

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  72. Elegant Scrapbook ServicesFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Beautiful card!! TFS

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