Friday, May 22, 2009

Happy Fourth


Hello and a wonderful Friday. Today's card is created using the wonderful sketch that Heidi has prepared for us to follow on the Friday Sketcher blog. As simple as this sketch looks like.. i had really some trouble with it.
I don't know if you can see it but the paper i have used to stamp Tilda on is my newest favorite paper lol. My friend Jacque told me so much about this paper for a long time, but boy this CS is so pricey i was NOOOO iam not buying it.. i use Neenah paper.. so she sent me a full pack to play with lol.. thank you so much sweetie. Girls i tell you.. this paper is a DREAM. It kind of looks like Stampin up's Shimmery white cs.. the Copics blend like butter on it and if you cut images out it still does look so nice because the paper is thin. The sparkle of this paper is amazing.. it almost brings your images alive. I was worried with airbrushing but even with this layer of color on top of the paper it still sparkles. The Tilda with bird card was made with this card stock as well. oh... now you want to know the name of the paper right it is called Curious Iridescent Paper color "Cryogen White"

Edit: Please check out the 2009 blog hop "Cards for Heros". I was informed by Carole W. and i thought i submit this card. I do not have a personal experience with soldiers who serve the Untited States but i have the highest respect for each and anyone who serves to protect and make any country save. My uncle from my mothes side served for the Untited States in the Army. If you join the blog hop you can win many prizes sponsored by example Hero Arts ect. the first start for you to hop can be found at Cathy's fabulous blog.
Stamps: Magnolia Rubberstamps Tilda with star, JUL07 Sentiment: Studio G Clear $1 stamps (Joann Fabric)
Paper: Cardstock Stampin up (Night of Navy, Riding Hood Red) Bazzill Bling for base, Designer Paper “Creative Imaginations (Michaels)
Embellishments/Tools: Stampin up: Star punch small + larger, ribbon,hemp + twine, brads + buttons Making Memories, Ranger: Stickles, silver embellishments: Joann Fabric beads, sewing machine, Nestabilities: Oval dies

127 comments:

Jacque said...

Gosh...makes me want to sing the National Anthem..lolol...such a cute card, Claudia...love it...and so happy you like the paper...it is truly wonderful!!! Hugs..Jacque

Barb Hardeman said...

This card just want to make you salute! How sweet is your like Magnolia in the oval with all the starry paper around her. So, where can a stamper buy this pretty paper your talking about? Id love to give it a try...

Unknown said...

oh wow claudi, die karte ist ja wirklich toll udn wunderschön. die klaren farben sind echt genial.
ich wünsch dir ein schönes und sonniges wochenende.
liebe grüsse, bea

Moni said...

So gorgeous, love the papers and the image is so gorgeous coloured! Husg, moni

cabio said...

Cute stards punch die cuts to match all your paper colors & themes. Of course Tilda is colored wonderful as usual. Great Friday Sketch card!
Hugs,
Cabio

Kelly Schelske said...

Beautiful! Love the papers and the embellies, will have a look for that paper, I've heard of it but not locally:-)

Hugs for a great weekend!

Kelly

Ilonka said...

Hugs Ilonka

Anonymous said...

Wonderful card Claudia, what a perfect Tilda...and very matchy matchy papers...as always hehehe!
MUST get some of the white paper...sounds fabulous.
Hugs
Carole x

Norma said...

Claudia, beautiful card. I've always love the way you colour your stamped images. No less on this one, it's exceptional.
I must check on this CS that you're talking about to see if it's available locally.

Hugs.
Norma xx

debra said...

Truly fantastic card and love these colours they just work so perfect together.
hugs Debra

Kim said...

Such a festive card! I adore your work hun!
Have a great weekend!
Big Hugs~ Kim

Jacilynn said...

Aren't you festive! Do you have American citizenship? I know you've been in US for a few years, just wondered if you kept German citizenship?

I totally know about crafting when kids allow it. The other day I had colored an image and cut my paper and then I was needed else where, so I left my unfinished card on craft table. The next day I went in to finish and my coloring was gone!! I looked for it everywhere and gave up. The next day I asked my daughter (4) if she had seen it. She ran to my son's room (2) and got it for me. the little monster liked it so much he stole it. It was the longest project I've done. lol

Hope you have a great memorial day weekend!
Hugs

Victoria said...

I love this card Claudia. Saw it over on the FS blog and just loved it the minute I saw it! Great colours, fits perfectly for your 4th July inspired card!
Hugs, Vicky -x-

Debby said...

fabulous card Claudia.Great choice with Tilda.Fantastic papers too.

Stampin'Piper said...

Die Karte ist wunderschön geworden, liebste Claudia! Mir gefällt sie richtig gut, auch wenn wir hier mit dem 4. Juli nicht so viel anfangen können :)

Ich wünsche Dir ein traumhaftes Wochenende!

Liebste Grüße Tanja

Mandy said...

gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous, did I say it was gorgeous??? lol!!! I just love this card, you have a great gift at getting everything just so right!

hugs mandyxx

Danni said...

Wonderful, wonderful card!!

Nannieflash said...

A really lovely stunning card Claudia, I love the vibrant colours especially as its obviously the flag colours, its really lovely. WEll done love and hugs Shirleyxxxx

Anonymous said...

You amaze me every time I come visit. Your work is out of this world! LOVE this card. Every single detail is perfect. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
Thanks for the heads up on the CS. I will check it out.

Sharon Caudle said...

WOW! I think I say that a lot when I visit your blog...WOW! :) this card is gorgeous, Claudia! I love everything about it! You just have that certain knack for placing the perfect embellies in the perfect spot. I truly admire your work.
hugs!
Sharon

Anonymous said...

Fabulous card Claudia, coloured to perfection as always. Have a lovely weekend.

Nancy said...

Wow Claudia what a great 4th of July card!! I love it great job as always your work is awesome!

Jacqueline (Sjakkie) said...

What a cute card Claudia, wonderful sketch!
hugs Jacqueline

Kerry D-C said...

Just Gorgeous!!! great papers!

Riet said...

What a beautiful card Claudia,l love the image and papers.

Hugs Riet.x

Heidi said...

You have made a wonderful card Claudia. Its so sweet. Great colors

Hugs and love
Heidi

Joey said...

Hiya Claudia, STUNNING card, absolutely love it. Joey.x

Tab said...

Oh your card is gorge hun! Just love the papers and the image!
Hugs Tab xxx

Dena said...

Claudia, Oh I so love the red, white and blue of course. She is just adorable on this layout. I will have to check out that paper after I use the entire ream of Neenah I bought. tee hee. Thanks for the info about the ribbon and yes I have a Joannes here. Have a super weekend girl! Dena

Nilla said...

Claudia, love it, great colours, papers, image well everything! Hugs Nilla

Cami said...

Claudia, I love how you made this 4th of July card. Your papers, the layout, your coloring, the stars, all go together so well and looks so patriotic. Your projects coordinate so well, all the time! Hugs, Cami

Carolyn said...

Absolutely beautiful card Claudia. I just love everything you produce. Keep the inspirations coming.

Sandra said...

Wow this is a stunning card! Love the bright colours.

Sandra

Sandie said...

Stunning card Claudia!! Love the patriotic colours and that Tilda. I've never seen her before. I guess a trip on the magnolia site is in order.. I'm really liking all the 'older' ones I'm seeing lately... especially the Shabby Chic ones :)

It's amazing the difference a GOOD paper can make when colouring images!!

kaylou said...

Hi claudia
love the colour combo it fits perfect...love all the design details too...mmm gorgeous.
hugs kaylou xoxo

cats whiskers said...

Oh what a wonderful card Claudia those ecolours just zing!!!!!!! fantastic papers and your colouring is just out of this world, can you tell I love this card
Hugs Jacqui x

Chelsea said...

Hi Claudia, I always love to pop-in on your blog. Your cards are so beautiful.

I try to look for your contact info on your blog, but could not find it. I would greatly appreciate if you stop by my blog and vote on my poll. THANK YOU so much!

:)Chelsea

dolcreations said...

Oh Claudia...this card is awesome. I love red, white and blue. Keep these cards coming..you are the master of cards! Wow double wow!!
Christine

Tara said...

Thsi is superb Claudia, i love the patriotic theme! xx

Lynn said...

Wow, the card is beautiful. I am the Mother of a soldier! Thank you for helping with this cause!!

Linda S. said...

I love this patriotic card, as I love and admire all your work. Such talent!! I, too, was hoping to find a link to the new paper you are raving about in this post. I do not have Copics, so I am wondering if Prismacolor pencils and Odorless Mineral Spirits or baby oil would also produce fantastic results. Have you tried it? Linda S. in NE

Shazza said...

what a fabulous card
x

Anonymous said...

Hi Claudia!! It's so fabulous to see you along the blog hop trail!! Your creations are always stunning!! This is just gorgeous!! ;)

Teri said...

Wow! Your card is beautiful! Very patriotic and I just love the Tilda image. TFS! hugs 'a aloha, Teri

Charlotte said...

Your cards are so beautiful! What a talented lady you are. I am honored to participate in this Blog hop with such great artist.

Iris Wiechmann said...

Hi Claudi,

Deine Karte ist wieder ein Meisterstueck geworden! Bezaubernd! Und den Cryogen White Cardstock liebe ich auch. Ist nicht billig, stimmt, aber dagegen kommt nichts an. Ich colorier mit meinen Copics generell nur darauf! Ausserdem mag ich den leichten Schimmer!

Schoenes langes Wochenende!

Hugs,
Iris

Unknown said...

your card is gorgeous!

Chris said...

Such a cute card!

Shawn said...

So bright and cheery, love the flow to the card, everything is perfect!
hugs,
Diana

Suz said...

Such a cute card - it's sure to make the soldier & their loved one smile.

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

This is such a gorgeous Memorial Day card Claudia!! Adorable Tilda with your usual wonderful coloring! Great tribute to the soldiers!

Unknown said...

I regularly follow this blog, I think you have done a fantastic job with this card and for a wonderful cause, TFS!

Alina said...

Absolutely wonderful card, Moni, gorgeous details!
Hugs, Alina

Lauren said...

LOVE all the details on your card... declious! Thanks for supporting the troops!

Vicki said...

Oh Claudia what can I say, it's fabulous and I love the layout!

Vicki x

Tami Bayer said...

Such a completely amazing card. Your designs are gorgeous.

Karen said...

Sweet card! TFS! {{cheers}}

Unknown said...

Stunning! Your coloring is AMAZING!

Vintage Papers said...

AMAZING card!!! Thank you for supporting our troops and have a wonderful Memorial Weekend!

Heidi E. said...

Such an adorable card..Thanks for inspiration. Have a Safe and Happy Memorial Weekend ♥

Susie Sugar said...

Wow!! fantastic card love the colouring
Hugs Susie xx

JPScraps said...

Your card is so adorable!!

Dawn said...

This card is fabulous!

kasmello said...

Wow, these are the CUTEST on the hop!! Great job.

Sue McGettigan said...

Super cute card! Happy Memorial Day to you :)

Windy Robinson Life Handmade said...

Very cute image!

{VICKI} said...

enjoying the hop

Loni said...

Adorable cards on your blog. Thanks for supporting Cards For Heroes.

Kelli Waters said...

I love your coloring. Very pretty!

Sandy said...

Lovely lovely card, WOW! So many details to look at...beautiful! THank you for joining the bloghop!!

Unknown said...

This is so much fun! So happy to be doing the blog hop for such a good cause with such a great, generous group of talented peeps! *smile*

Jennifer said...

Very cute card!

Lisa Renéa said...

Thank you so much for participating in the CFH bloghop! Your post inspires me! Beautiful cards on your blog!

Heather said...

My goodness you have so many wonderful techniques on one card! Great work!

Fabre said...

Awesome card! The layering is so beautiful. Thank you so much for participating in our blog hop - hope you have had some time to look around also! CFH and the heroes thank you!

Unknown said...

Absolutely adorable as always!

Roberta

Merry's Musings said...

You are so talented. Beautiful card!

Erika said...

As a military wife, please let me say thank you for what you are doing. It's so good to know that there are others thinking of our loved one's when they're in harms way. What a wonderful way of showing your appreciation!

Purple Princess said...

Love your card!! Awesome! Gorgeous!

Larissa said...

Such a great card. Love the papers you used and your colouring is amazing!

Hugs,
Larissa

Carole RB said...

I looove your card Claudia

Rebecca said...

I love everything about this card. Thanks for sharing it! It's fabulous!

mica said...

Your card is soooo pretty! I am enjoying this hop :)

Wendy said...

This is such an exciting event!

Melissa said...

That is such a beautiful card!!!

Lisa said...

Beautiful card!

bribrie51 said...

C'est génial avec ces couleurs patriotiques !

Atticelf said...

Very cute card. :)

Gail said...

whew!!! finally! I'm a follower and got word about your mounting ideas then I had to snoop further and found that you were joining the hop! THANK YOU! I've been deeply touched and have decided to join the cause too! THANK YOU!!!

Daintry said...

She is super stinking cute!! I love the card, thanks for sharing!

Suz said...

cute cards that will sure bring a smile to everyone's face. Thanks for supporting CFH.

Carolyn Sharkas said...

thanks so much for sharing this card and supporting our troops

ceashark at aol dot com

Chrisd said...

Tilda is gorgious and will be a real smile grabber for the card recipient. Thanks so much1

Whispers and Wishes said...

gorgeous card and your colouring is fab!

cr8iveme said...

What an adorable card.

M.E.

Linda Carson said...

AWESOME artwork! Thanks for the inspiration!

Lisa - papergrace said...

Very cute card. Wonderful job with all the layers and attention to detail.

Renee said...

What a lovely card!!!

Lisa (mldesignworks) said...

Beautiful! Thank you for participating!

Maggie said...

Very nice card. I also enjoyed your post about mounting stamps, this is new to me. Thank you.

Kathy said...

Wow I guess I am not the only one who loves this card Claudia!! (LOL) It is nothing short of perfection!! Every detail is beautiful and your coloring is a dream!! Your cards are always so well done!!
:)kathy

Lost in Paper said...

stunning card!!! i just love this!! tfs!

paula said...

Cute card!!

Axes DesigNs said...

Beautiful cards.. thanks for make cards for heros

PCM said...

This is a beautiful card. The coloring on it is fantastic. TFS

Susan M. Brown {sbartist} said...

Happy Memorial Day! Your cards are so beautiful and thank you for your creativity and dedication to this great cause. : ) Sb

SueB said...

Loved sharing my Memorial Day weekend with you and thanx for sharing - especially liked your post on the stamp mounting! I'm undecided but thinking about switching out my wood-mounted stamps.

Tammy said...

Cute~cute card!! I love all the embellishments! TFS!

nsmerkt said...

You'er a busy gal! Thanks for sharing the cards! Happy Memorial Day!

Laurie said...

Very cute card. thanks for sharing with cfh!

Victoria S. said...

WOW! What a wonderful card! Thanks for supporting our troops.

decp8nter said...

Just adorable!

Teresa said...

Gorgeous card!

I love my enveloper also- and really like making those matching envelopes!


Day 3 and I am still hopping- I want to see and comment on every blog in this wonderful event!

Regina said...

gorgeous!!!!

Kerri said...

Your cards on your blog are just absolutely DARLING!!! You may get me hooked on these stamps!!!

slightlyimperfect said...

Goodness, your card is OUTRAGEOUS! I'm in love with the detail. TFS! Happy Memorial Day.

The Wired Angel said...

Thank you so much for sharing your creativity and for participating. Everything we can do to spread the word about CFH helps. Best wishes!

sideoats + scribbles said...

Super cute card! :)

Unknown said...

What a fun and playful use of the papers. Great card!

...Darlene said...

She's adorable, thank you for sharing and supporting the CFH

jaemom said...

wow, fantastic card! Love the wings, the little star in the girl's hand... wonderful design. A great card for a wonderful cause. TFS and being a fellow participant!

Lyneen said...

Great card... thanks for sharing and supporting our armed forces.... Bless our troops this special day.

Unknown said...

A beautifully detailed card.
Thank you for supporting our
Troops.

Lucy Abrams said...

Such a cute card...

Christina said...

Adorable card!!

P.S. Hope you don't mind if I leave an additional comment.

Visit The Original Scrapbox and check out their product catalog and also please take a minute and cast your vote for me, my entry #257! I am in the running to win a scrapbook desk!

Christina said...

Adorable card!!

P.S. Hope you don't mind if I leave an additional comment.

Visit The Original Scrapbox and check out their product catalog and also please take a minute and cast your vote for me, my entry #257! I am in the running to win a scrapbook desk!

Simone said...

Einfach nur wundervoll, Claudia!
Simone