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Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Artiste Happy Happy Birthday card

Hello, friends!

Thank you all so very much for the sweet comments about my room. It is a place in which I spend a lot of time and I love it very much! Once my curtains come, I will post pics of them as well. At some point, I should make a decision about what color I will paint the room. My guess is it will be some shade of aqua or yellow. I will keep you posted.

Ok, I did get a question about my Cricut cartridge storage. I use Snapware Snap 'n Stack Ribbon Dispenser 2 Layers. I put the actual cartridge in the smaller compartment and the overlay and booklet in the larger one. This is the best way I have found to store your cartridges if you have a lot. If I had my way, I would have them still in their boxes on a shelf. That is how I stored them for years and loved it. Being able to easily look and see what you have is always ideal. However, when cartridges were coming out at a crazy rate, I had to find a space conscious option. 

 Now onto the project. This card is made using the Artiste cartridge, Ariana paper pack, and a couple of new stamp sets. If you like Anna Griffin, you are going to want this paper pack! I love love love old vintage looking floral patterns and this paper packs has a gorgeous one! There is also a stamp set (called Pick A Posey)in the catalog that compliments this paper pack well. I plan on using it to design some pretty stamped paper!

 One of the stamp sets is called Big Top and coordinates with the Artiste cartridge. When I first saw it, I knew it had much greater potential than what was represented in the catalog. For example, who thought this would go well with a floral project?

 CCR file: https://app.box.com/s/dfr2nxl5jf51hcltxfme
GYPSY file: https://app.box.com/s/maql3b49l9tsjo93e622

I love this patterned paper so much! Anything vintage looking with cabbage roses on it, makes me very happy!
I stamped the flowers on a scratch piece and hand cut them out. Then tucked them behind the circle.


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57 comments:

  1. CrystalFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:16 AM

    Love those cabbage roses too. Beautiful!!!!

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  2. NJ Stamping QueenFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:39 AM

    Beautiful card! Love that new paper and the frame you used.
    :) Marie

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  3. Joan SmithFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:50 AM

    Your card is so gorgeous wow I love how you did the flowers on the inside gosh girl you are the Queen of flowers now matter how you do them and your stamping talents are unbelievable. Love how the front looks gosh the colors are beautiful and love all the layering.
    You are just so creative and talented that you blow me away.

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  4. Debbie (from Sugar Land)February 11, 2014 at 4:32 AM

    I love this paper, and your card rocks it! Thanks for sharing.

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  5. Busy Bee Vinyl CreationsFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    Such a beautiful card. I love the paper.
    Thanks.
    Kathy U:)

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  6. CathyFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:18 AM

    Beautiful stamps..and such a lovely card.
    cathyplus5.blogspot.com

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  7. Gregsgirl's crafty cornerFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:25 AM

    I love the vintage look of your card, the rose paper is gorgeous!

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  8. Tma0515February 11, 2014 at 5:47 AM

    Love this card! Especially love how you stamped the inside of the card. Your creativity is an inspiration to me. I also loved your craft room. I am in the process of transforming one of my bedrooms and loved some of your storage ideas.

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  9. JarenFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Gorgeous card! That stamp set is great for spring or Mother's Day.

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  10. littlenFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    another beautiful card. tfs.

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  11. jeanneFebruary 11, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    That is one gorgeous card! I love the pretty floral paper...very Anna Griffin-ish. Also, I LOVE the stamping inside...a beautiful way to complete the card!

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  12. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:07 AM

    Such a beautiful card! The stamping inside is a lovely idea too!

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  13. Sunshine HoneyBeeFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:16 AM

    Like the floral stamping. Has such a wonderful vintage look to it. Like the faux stitching. Ok, 3rd time for 'prove you're not a robot'
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"

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  14. allieFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:16 AM

    very pretty..love your out of the box thinking with the circus set onto the flowers.

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  15. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:18 AM

    Love this card! The stamp set is beautiful with all the colors you used.

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  16. LST in ColoradoFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    Love the card and it make for a great base for many different cards. Very versatile card. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. ScrappySueFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:27 AM

    Lovely card, Melanie. I really like the inside stamping.

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  18. AnnFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:28 AM

    PRETTY CARD, MEL.
    I TOO USE THE SNAPWARE AND HAVE THE TOP LITTLE BOX FOR CUTOUTS I HAVE DONE, THE NEXT BOX WITH DIVIDERS FOR MY 50+ CARTRIDGES AND THE BOTTOM BOXES FOR THE BOOKS AND MATS. I WENT SO FAR AS TO REMOVE EVERYTHING BUT THE ENGLISH DIRECTIONS FOR EACH OF THE BOOKS AND THEN PUT THE CARTRIDGES AND THE BOOKS AND MATS IN ALPHABETIC ORDER. lol IT DOES MAKE IT EASIER TO FIND EVERYTHING.
    HUGS,
    MSTGANE
    ANN

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  19. Debbie C.February 11, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    Beautiful card. The Black & white stamp really makes it pop.

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  20. JoannaFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    Two of my favorite things.... Cricut and Close To My Heart!

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  21. BetsyFebruary 11, 2014 at 7:25 AM

    Your card is so gorgeous! Your use of the shapes and color is so creative. I love what you did to the inside as well.

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  22. Charity BrownFebruary 11, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    Boy, there are lots of flowers.

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  23. UnknownFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Very beautiful!

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  24. RuthFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    Very nice card. I just love this cartridge. Could you post a few more masculine card ideas in near future?

    Thanks

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    Love the card. So pretty.
    marilyn2222 @ hotmail dot com
    follower

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  26. CoelleFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Just LOVE how you stamped on the inside of the card....the whole card is so pretty!

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  27. Karen SueFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    lovely card, love the stamping.

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  28. VanessaFebruary 11, 2014 at 9:09 AM

    What a beautiful card! I would never have thought to use the Big Top stamps with the floral paper, but as always you've inspired us to think outside the box. The stamping inside is gorgeous, too. TFS!

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  29. Maria Giselle B.February 11, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Love the patterned paper you used. Love the inside of the card, too! Lovely colors.

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  30. Amy GehringFebruary 11, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    Very pretty card! This would make a great mother's day card too! Thanks for the chance to win the cartridge - I've been wanting this one for awhile.

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  31. Peg TothFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    very nice card. Colors and paper really make it special.

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  32. SaraBugFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:08 AM

    I love how you stamped the inside of the card.

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  33. Deborah RFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    Oh Melanie, that matching stamped interior is just beautiful!

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  34. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    What a beautiful card.

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  35. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Whoops forgot my name -what a beautiful card- Yooper grandma

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  36. Sue DFebruary 11, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Very cheery colors!

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  37. Irish CrafterFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:48 PM

    Lovely card, thanks so much for sharing and inspiring us.

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  38. Cheryl WFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:55 PM

    Wow - that paper is gorgeous! I've seen you use this layout (or one very similar) before, and I love it each time you do.

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    I Love this paper pack Pick a Posey, I love flowers! Your card warm me up with the beautiful flowers/roses.I'm so ready for Spring some warm temp!The temp. have been below freezing here on friday it was -7,sat-5 mon 2 & today -5 I'm sick of being cold!
    TFS & a chance to win this week cart. Create A Critter 2!
    Rosebud222222222

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  40. marg0006February 11, 2014 at 2:57 PM

    Such a lovely card and great colors.

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  41. lindaplus3February 11, 2014 at 3:04 PM

    That is so beautiful...tyvm for sharing your making tips :)

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  42. LaLaFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:48 PM

    I miss CTMH! Love all the papers and "stuff"! I love the beautiful card!

    Lauren
    queen_lade at yahoo.com

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2014 at 3:54 PM

    I love the soft colors of this paper pack. The layout for this card is beautiful. So creative to stamp the flowers on the inside of the cards. So Nice!

    Kathleen

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  44. JenniferEFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  45. AnitaFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:51 PM

    Wow! This is so beautiful. I wouldn't of thought of pairing those two stamp sets.

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  46. DiannaFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:23 PM

    Such a pretty card! Thanks for sharing!

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  47. D-February 12, 2014 at 5:38 AM

    Love your beautiful card. Great colors and design both inside and out.
    Crafty hugs,
    D~
    DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot

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  48. Martha HerreraFebruary 12, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    WOW! this is such a beautiful card! Thanks for the chance to win blog candy!

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  49. BarbalotFebruary 12, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    Wow! Beautiful card! Especially love the stamped image inside!

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  50. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    You are wonderful, thanks for sharing your creations with us, beautiful card!!!
    Yolanda Norman

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  51. lindagk23February 12, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    Wow! Your card is gorgeous! I love this paper and the stamp set! Thank you so much for sharing! lindagk23ataoldotcom

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  52. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    Your card is beautiful. I wish I could afford to join Close to My Heart but it won't be in my budget for a while. Thanks for the chance to win the awesome Create A Critter 2 cartridge. Blessings to All!

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  53. Auntie EmFebruary 13, 2014 at 5:14 AM

    Your card is so very pretty. I love the soft vintage colours. The ribbon and the little medallion are perfect. The inside with all those beautiful stamped flowers is just amazing! I love opening a card and finding some little surprise like a coordinating image.
    Thank you so much for sharing your lovely card. :)

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  54. JustJulesFebruary 13, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    Love the inside of the card! Beautiful! TFS!

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  55. LindaFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    Oh what a nice find on your porch this morning. Can't wait to see how it works. I love the gorgeous flowers my stamping is not even close to what you do. Always love to see your card creations.
    Thank you for sharing with us.
    Linda in Stanwood

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  56. LemonDropMemoriesFebruary 13, 2014 at 12:16 PM

    Seriously, that is gorgeous! I love this cart!

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  57. UnknownFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    I am so proud of you! you do such great work.

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