Hello, friends
Before I get going talking about today's project, I wanted to let you guys know there has been a change in how Provo Craft will handle the $9.99 subscription in regards to the new Explore machine. You will be able to cut SVG's with out having to pay for the subscription. It will be something that is included with the mew machine free of charge. The subscription will include the full access to images from previous cartridges that are not licensed, (about 25,000 images). I have edited yesterday's post to reflect this change. I want you to be able to refer to that post later on if you need to.
I will be sending out the Spring/Summer catalogs next week, so be looking for those in the mail!
Today's card is made using the Wild Card 2 cartridge and a few stamp sets from Close To My Heart. One of them is retiring soon, so if you are interested in the stamp I used to make the sun rays (it's called Pennant Patterns), get it before it's gone!
For the eyes of this happy little sun, I just used a black journaling marker. They are not perfect, but they add to the handmade feel of the card.
CCR file: https://app.box.com/s/m862lijnuugecqhakq0w
Gypsy file: https://app.box.com/s/d1a6kbmyciil0d12ahu3
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| To make the background paper I simply alternated stamping Juniper and Crystal blue ink. I am sad this stamp set is retiring because I feel like the possibilities of this one have not been discovered quite yet. |
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Melanie Brown
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OH Melanie your card is so adorable and I do love your eyes and mouth on your sun you did a fab. job!!!
ReplyDeleteI love how you did the background super stamping girl.
Great news re: Provocraft and their fee thanks for sharing.
Have a fabulous Friday!!!
What an adorable card. Thanks for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteBlessings to All!
Love the card.....so the new machine. If I have a drawing that I made into a svg...I can cut it out using the Explore?
ReplyDeleteGreat card...I am on a blue and orange kick right now so I love it! Amazing that cricut changed the policy... Must have been a lot of strong feedback on that one! Can't wait to see more about the explore!
DeleteCute card.
ReplyDeletecraftymom205 at yahoo dot com
What an adorable card! Only you would see sunshine in those banner stamps. Thanks so much for sharing and opening us up to new possibilities. Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy card! I'm sad that this set is retiring so soon and I haven't even used mine yet.....
ReplyDelete:) Marie
p.s. thanks for the chance to win!
This "HoneyBee Sunshine" likes your card as a wonderful example of part of my nickname.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
Very cute card! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYour sunshine card makes me think of spring on this 7 degree morning. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThank you for the great blog.
ReplyDeleteI love the Wild Card 2 cartridge. One day I hope to own it. Love the sunshine, especially since it's 4 degrees here today!
ReplyDeleteLinda
http://www.craftingwithnana.blogspot.com
Nice, colorful card. It's warming me up this sub zero morning!
ReplyDeleteO love this card and what you did with the pennant stamp set!!
ReplyDeleteOh! I LOVE this card...It's so Happy! I'm going to have a relook at that cartridge....WOW! Thanks for inspiring!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cheery card!
ReplyDeleteAdorable Card, the colors look great!...Thanks so much for a chance to win the E2...I don't comment much but I see everything you post...most times I already have the prize so I don't enter, but I do appreciate all the chances you give us..I think the E2 is the best machine they have out. the new one seems very interesting, but will take a lot to get use to and learn....have to see more about it .....Stay warm !!!...dannysuni@msn.com
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love your card! Everyone can use a little sunshine in their life!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis card is a MUST MAKE! I already have my paper and stamps out and will be in production in a few minutes!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and I can't wait for the new catalog.
ReplyDeleteKathy U:)
Love the card! It is making me think I need to get that stamp set before it's gone :)
ReplyDeleteOh, what a sweet card!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the chance to win.
I love this happy card. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMegan H.
mhcards@embarqmail.com
It's -1 degree here in Michigan this morning so the sunshine card is much appreciated! I'm embarassed to ask this, but what actually is an svg file? I am not very computer savy as you can probably tell! Send some Texas warmth our way please!
ReplyDeleteLoved the way you used alternating colors and designs for the sun's rays. Great card chosen to bring good news about cutting SVG's with the Explore. Martha in Leonard, TX
ReplyDeletePrecious card today - and I'm so glad to see Provo Craft listen and change that policy - I think without the change the Explore would have been a bust. Now - it has a great chance!
ReplyDeleteGreat news from Provocraft! Love the card today!
ReplyDeleteLove your card, I keep forgetting how cute & smart it is to make your own background paper! Love it! Excited about the Explore!
ReplyDeleteCute card!! TFS!
ReplyDeleteGreat card! So pretty!
ReplyDeleteCute card. Did you get to use the Explore yet? Looking forward to see what real users think of it. Not that I will be able to afford it for a long time.
ReplyDeleteI love the different textures that are used in the paper...Lots of sunshine!
ReplyDeleteYour card is great. It brings a smile and a bit of warmth on a bitter cold day. Thanks for keeping us updated on the Explore.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute card!
ReplyDeleteThat card would certainly brighten anybody's day. So cute.
ReplyDeleteWe can always use a little sunshine to brighten the day.
ReplyDeleteGreat card, hope you have a sunny day. rosebud114
What a sweet card! thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteMelanie this card is cute! I love the sunshine especially being it has been so cold here! Thank you for sharing your creativity with us each day!
ReplyDeleteLove your card. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteSuch a Happy card! One I could use in my collection of cards for all the special people I in my life.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the idea!
Dawn in Toledo, Ohio
It's a Happy card! Thanks for keeping us updated on the new Explore!
ReplyDeleteThat is the cutest card ever!!! Love it, love it, love it!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute, cheerful card! I love your stamped background. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLovely card, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs a little sunshine in the middle of winter! Fun card!
ReplyDeleteI really love the stamped background paper. I haven't tried that yet. The colors are lovely and the sun is adorable. Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteSuper cute card, Melanie! I really like the stamping you did - this is an area of crafting I have yet to explore! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy little sun. I love him! I love the colors you used too. So soothing and cheerful. Thanks for sharing. Edwina Brown
ReplyDeleteThat is a cute little card! Love the stamped background. You always have such great ideas.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's quite an amazing prize. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteYour card is very cute. Thank you so much for sharing.
We could all use a little sunshine today.
ReplyDeleteTami
doghousecreations@comcast.net
Cute card!! Great background...how clever!
ReplyDeleteWe all need some SUNSHINE, especially during these long cold months and snow in WI. Love following your blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the amazing give away! Sweet card. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute card! We need the sunshine right now! Good card to send in this cold winter weather. Bright and cheerful!
ReplyDeleteGood card for all of us in the deep freezing weather. Anyone would appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your card! It is perfect for any occasion to cheer someone up! I would love to make one myself but I do not have the Wild Card 2 cartridge. I will have to get it and the background stamps also. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAna Malick - Lake Forest, CA
A very creative use of the pennant stamp!
ReplyDeleteLothringen from MI
Love the card. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeletethanks for the idea for such a cute card! My grand daughter will love it since she is "my sunshine"!
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us in the loop with the new machine!
ReplyDeleteLovely card!
Well, Little Miss Sunshine. That is one adorable card! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the chance to win that fabulous E2.
ReplyDeleteGood luck everyone!
Cute card. Love the stamped background.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your ideas.
ReplyDeleteTerrific card! Love that happy smile on the sun.
ReplyDeleteThis cars should really say "sorry it's below zero" love grandma in Florida. So cute.
ReplyDeleteI like how you used the pennant stamp for the background. What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute card! Makes me smile! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy card.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute card!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable card!
ReplyDeleteGreat card. I like the stamped background. It looks great.
ReplyDeleteLove the card with the band aides on it. So cute for a grandchild. Love your ideas thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove this little sunshine card. Would make a great vinyl wall image minus the sentiment.
ReplyDeleteJust what we need right now ...bright warm sunshine. Thanks for the Explore update too. I am very interested in this machine.
ReplyDeleteLove this card!! So very cute :)
ReplyDeleteCUTE! CUTE! CUTE!
ReplyDeleteThis sweet card would brighten anyone's day.
Thanks for sharing.
Crafty hugs,
D~
DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot
The Sunshine Card was just what I needed this week with the cold blast
ReplyDeletegoing on here in Iowa..Thanks for
the chance to win the new cricut too.
Your card makes me smile! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLaurie
Your cards are so inspiring. TFS and for the chance to win an E2
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable card. Thanks for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteThanks For Sending Me Some Sunshine! I need more sunshine,we are in a deep freeze -5 starting out on friday with blowing winds & more snow!I got half way to work and the transmission goes out & it had to be towed into shop!What away to start a friday off!TFS & a chance to win the Cricut E2 Machine,would LOVE to win it!
ReplyDeleteRosebud222222222
What an adorable card!
ReplyDeleteThanks for giving us all a little bit of Sunshine!!
:-)
Great job, Melanie! Love your creative use of the banner stamp set on the background! Such a happy card!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute card. Thanks for the great ideas.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute card. Thanks for the great ideas.
ReplyDeletesuch a cute card. thanks for the great ideas.
ReplyDeleteLove the colors for this card. Stamping is wonderful. Awesome card as always.
ReplyDeleteRenea
nurses1977@yahoo.com
Such a cheerful card! I love it!
ReplyDeleteJust what I needed to brighten my -2 degree day!
ReplyDeleteLove the cards this week. And am super excited about the new Explore.
ReplyDeleteKaren from Milton.