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Monday, March 28, 2011

Your smile always brightens my day card made using the NEW Pop Up Village cartridge.

Hello, friends!

So sorry I did not post yesterday! I am just swamped with stuff to do at the moment and did not have time. Seriously, I think I am loosing my mind. School is starting to get crazy and my son is having behavioral issues at school. Why can't he just go to school and behave like the other kids!?! For a 1st grader, he has amazing resolve.

Anyway, today I have a card that I made using the NEW Pop Up Village cartridge. It is a circle exclusive, but keep your eyes out for it on eBay. Someone is bound to sell it. Alternatively, you could join the circle. If you are Cricut crazy you probably belong in the circle anyway!

I used Bo Bunny paper and Papertrey Ink ribbon.
I cut the pastoral scene out at 2 1/2"
This is one of Emma's stamps called 'Turn That Frown Upside Down'

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I look forward to seeing you all here tomorrow!

Have a tremendous Tuesday!


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77 comments:

  1. Maureen ReissMarch 29, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Really pretty card!!! Love all the polka dot paper!!

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  2. TUKIMarch 29, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Love the card, super cute!

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  3. Karen WilsonMarch 29, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    This is gorgeous! Love that bow!

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  4. LaurieDMarch 29, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    I love all the new pop-up stuff they've come out with! Thanks for the ideas!

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  5. Scrap VampMarch 29, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    What a pleasant card! Love the little hills and blue sky!

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  6. GramjakMarch 29, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Beautiful colors and such a happy card. I'll be keeping your son in my prayers -- first grade is a hard time for many kids.

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  7. TheLastOfNineMarch 29, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    What a colorful scenery. So fresh and crisp, it would sure brighten my day.
    Gloria H

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  8. Nu2scrapMarch 29, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Beautiful card, love the sentiment. Hoping you and your son have a much less stressful day. Thanks for sharing!
    barbferris at rochester dot rr dot com

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  9. A Cup of Cold WaterMarch 29, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Don't apologize for not posting! I don't know how you keep up!
    Cute card ~ not in the circle
    Thanks for sharing
    Susan

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  10. JennieMarch 29, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Love the pretty card, Courtney! Nice job!
    jhilligus@yahoo.com

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  11. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Very pretty card. That's OK if'n we all can't have this cart because Everyday Pop Up cards is coming out.


    Joan Smith

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  12. CherylMarch 29, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Love the paper choice and the cut card. Really want that cartridge!
    surfnfroggie

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  13. JuliaMarch 29, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    Great card. The ribbon goes perfectly with the paper!

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  14. KimberliMarch 29, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Very pretty card, I hope things improve soon with your son!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    I love this card. It makes me smile.
    marilyn2222 @ hotmail.com

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  16. MirandaMarch 29, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Super Cute! Love the paper and the sentiment!

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  17. JANLYNNMarch 29, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Very pretty card. Sorry you had such a buzy day yesterday. Maybe feeling all us smiling at your card will brighten today for you.

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  18. NorthwoodszooMarch 29, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    What a "sunny" card -- it's one we should send to you, hoping your day is better! Cuteness -- join the circle?? Like you, I've been going in them, but not sure how to join one!

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  19. GloraMarch 29, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    This is beautiful. More double dot yumminess! Awesome job! Emma's sentiment is perfect for that scene. Hugs- Glora

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  20. LindaMarch 29, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Cute card! I hadn't heard that this was our exclusive cart yet. I thought is was the neighborhood pop up one and everyday pop ups was for everyone. Interesting.

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  21. DebbieMarch 29, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Cute card - love the dotty paper.
    Debe

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  22. DonnaMarch 29, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    This is so cute. It reminds me of the artist's canvas of a country scene! Very nice, Melanie.

    Blessings, Donna
    grandma4five

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  23. Scrapper69March 29, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    You always seem to make that Bo Bunny Paper look Amazing! LOVE this card! :o)

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  24. MeGloMarch 29, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Looks like a cute cartridge! Thanks for sharing. I always remember what my mom use to tell me, "when your children are young, it's the best time of your life. The good & the challenging"
    Hang in there!

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  25. ScattychickMarch 29, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Oooh it's so pretty love the rolling hills.

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  26. mariekeMarch 29, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    super cute card!!!
    and keep on smiling it will brighten your day!!!!
    hernandezmarieke@gmail.com

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  27. BunnyfreakMarch 29, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Cute card. Love the bright colors.

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  28. JingleMarch 29, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    This is such a great card! I struggle with scenes and you did a fantastic job!

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  29. Carol W.March 29, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    beautiful card! TFS

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  30. EmilyMarch 29, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Very pretty! I love the card!

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  31. JoyceMarch 29, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Adorable! Love the paper!!! Such a great idea! Thanks for sharing!
    jdwlo

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  32. 4kids4March 29, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Pretty card....always love the polka dots!! I don't know how you do it all...busy, busy!! Thanks for posting the card for us! :-)

    ~Sharon C.

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  33. Pam DMarch 29, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Cute card. Sometimes simple is just right. Lotta little details. Praying for your son, I'm still waiting for mine to out grow his bps, he's 19. God bless!

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  34. JenEMarch 29, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Such a cute card! Love the stamp :)

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  35. cardchick's worldMarch 29, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    your card did make me smile :) great color combo too...
    I hear you about your son...we are going thru it with our 2yr old grandson....just like I tell the parents ..HANG IN THERE it to will pass

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  36. KateMarch 29, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    What a lovely card! Good for you with all those little trees, too! Hang in there with your son, Melanie. Kids with resolve turn into adults who go far.

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  37. Nati TristanMarch 29, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    I need that cartridge now! That is such a cute card!

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  38. DebbieMarch 29, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    thanks for all the ideas and inspiration that you give. love the hills and the sky
    upnurse at aol dot com

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  39. GaleMarch 29, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Love the card ...looks so "springy"...and I too wonder how you do it all!...

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  40. Sandy from UkiahMarch 29, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    I guess you are going to have to make a trip to CA to show me how to make those bows.. that is the MAIN reason I went on the cruise..lol..

    Sorry to hear you are having problems with your son.. it will pass and you will have BIGGER problems. lol
    hugs
    I am a circle member and I don't have that cart. :-(

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  41. Nana JoMarch 29, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Great card and thanks for letting us know that it is a circle only cart.

    mmlmn @polarcomm.com

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  42. Kristen AnnMarch 29, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    What a beautiful card and I just love the font on Emma's stamp.

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  43. WindyMarch 29, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Nice card! I love scenic cards!

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  44. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    I love this clean bright feeling card. Well done!

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  45. AnneMarch 29, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I really like this card, Melanie. It's so different from your usual and the polka dot papers are perfect for this design.

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  46. MelissaMarch 29, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    The pop up cartridges are really neat! Very pretty card!!

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  47. Stacey BrucaleMarch 29, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    You must have stacks of that paper lying around since you use it so much! I love it!

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  48. Got2BCraftingMarch 29, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I can't get enough of that double dot paper.. it always looks amazing! I am looking forward to seeing more projects with this cartridge.

    Lori
    http://got2bcrafting.blogspot.com/

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  49. trinaMarch 29, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    very cute card i love it thanks for ahring Smittrin@hotmail.com

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  50. NicholeCMarch 29, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Cute card! I like how all your paper is polka dotted. Nice.

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  51. CrhigaMarch 29, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Pretty as a picture!! Love the card!!

    Carol

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  52. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Very pretty scene! I can't wait to get my hands on that cart :)

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  53. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Great picture card. I remember how crazy life gets and then add behavioral problems. Yikes. It does get better, I promise.

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  54. Lucianna DilsaverMarch 29, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    I love the contrasting paper and the ribbon with it is just wonderful!! TFS :)

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  55. Fleur-de-lis and FlourishesMarch 29, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Your cards are alswys so amazing - love this one - it puts happies in my heart!

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  56. CathrynMarch 29, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    WOW, just beautiful!!! Cathryn67 :)

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  57. Cynthia BaldwinMarch 29, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Love the scene you created on your card. TFS!

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  58. Peg TothMarch 29, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    That is so nice. I just love pop up cards etc. Thanks for the ideas. (and 1st graders don't always behave)

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  59. DayneneMarch 29, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Too Cute

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  60. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    This is a very beautiful card! Can't wait to see the next one.

    juliayoder@hotmail.com

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  61. Jen MullerMarch 29, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    I REALLY like this card!! Love the paper, and the dimension!

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  62. SallyPMarch 29, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I love this card! The colors and the way you put it together are great!

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  63. cherylMarch 30, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Hi, I love the card. goodluck with your son. I know how hard that can be. Its a hard grade too. it does get better. Have a Great Day!

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  64. CarolMarch 30, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    I love the polka dot paper. Thank you for sharing. Hope the week brightens. Aloha from Hawaii.

    Carol

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  65. SahilyMarch 30, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    This card made me smile!

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  66. slbt17March 30, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    lovely, great colors!
    sandra ltb

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  67. S.BaylesMarch 30, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Melanie,
    Great Job.......Love the project. I am a long time follower and thanks for the giveaway......Good Luck to everyone.......
    Blog:http://lovethatexpressions.blogspot.com/

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  68. NanciMarch 30, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    These stamps are so cute. I have a grandbaby due in May(my first) and would love to have them to design birth announcements and thank you cards. You have some of the cutest ideas.

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  69. MimiKatMarch 30, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    WOW....that is a great card, so cheerful. I will watch for that cartridge definitely

    Thanks
    Kat
    www.cricutcardcreating.blogspot.com

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  70. KayceeMarch 30, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    I LOVE the pop-up cart! Will be watching E-bay! The card is absolutely perfect! Thanks for sharing!

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  71. AngelaMarch 30, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    This is a happy card. Sounds like you could use a brighter day. Hope it's just a "phase" with your son. Best wishes.

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  72. jenniferjayMarch 30, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    hi,
    Nice stuff today. I am crazy for that damask cricut cartridge!!!. I am also getting a cuttlebug TODAY. I love it!!! The cards are OFF the Chain!1 Have a great day!
    Jennifer

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  73. Rebecca's Card HobbyMarch 30, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Cute card. thanks for sharing.

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  74. CinMarch 30, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Beautiful card1 I like the "rolling"hills. You did a great job!

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  75. AnonymousMarch 31, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I love the card...TFS! I tell myself when I'm struggling...this too shall pass. Hang in there...I hope things settle down for you soon! (((HUGS))) and prayers for you! ;)

    Carol aka cyimbugbitten
    bugbitten at hotmail dot com

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  76. JenniferMarch 31, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Melanie,

    Gorgeous card!!! :) And I can't get enough of Emma's stamps (My Creative Time)!!!!!!!!

    I don't know how you do it all! (School (& work) was all-consuming for me-can't imagine having time for family & crafting, too!) Hopefully, your son will start making it easier for you! ;)

    Crafty hugs,

    Jennifer
    partridgelu at yahoo dot com

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  77. TreesApril 9, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Cute card. Soo about the sentiment... um it totally looks like it says 'Your smile FRIGHTENS my day' not 'brightens' it took me a couple time reading it to really see that yes its a B...lol ;)It just made me laugh ;)

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