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Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Sweet Stop Sketch 116

Wow, guys, it's been over two weeks since I posted my little announcement. I guess I needed a serious break, huh? Anyhooooo, I have a couple days off from work (yay!) so I went for a run (not a pretty one either...this heat is killing me!) this morning and then made this card. I'm TOTALLY out of practice on making cards. I started it this morning and it took me until this afternoon to get it finished (hmmm....slow going just like my running)....but anyway, here it is....



I used Ocean Paradise from Sweet and Sassy Stamps. Such a gorgeous set, Korin! The main panel and sentiment are up on foam tape and the layout is Sweet Stop Sketch 116. I added Stickles to the water and sand.

Here's the inside where I stamped the sentiment onto a sticker from my Seaside DP pack.....



Okay, now we're off to the pool for the rest of the afternoon. Have a WONDERFUL day...and stay cool! It's in the 90's here today....YIKES!

Stamps: Ocean Paradise (Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps)
Copics: W1, W3, W5, E41, E42, E43, Y00, Y15, YR23, B00, B02, B05, YG11, YG13, YG17
Paper: October Afternoon Seaside and Thrift Shop DP's
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32 comments:

  1. Jeanette M.July 12, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Great card, Denise! I love your colouring. I really like the inside of the card, too. :)

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  2. TanyaJuly 12, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Beautiful! Love the pieced umbrella, and that lovely scene is colored beautifully!

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  3. Anne-MarieJuly 12, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Love the paper piecing...very sweet card!

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  4. Jessie/knightroneJuly 12, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I don't know how hot it is there, but it's over 100 here. The only place I'm going to run is to the bathroom if I really have to pee. Seriously, LOL!! Gorgeous card, too! :)

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  5. Sparkplug17July 12, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Such a lovely card!

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  6. Andrea L - EnchantINKJuly 12, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    It's a cold blustery overcast depressing day today ... here in my little part of the world. So ... your summery card was a fab "pick me up"! I could do with a little of that heat! Bring on summer! Hugs xxaxx

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  7. Shannon WhiteJuly 12, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Miss Denise, this is sooo Pretty! I love you gorgeous coloring and the Darling paper pieced Sun Umbrella. I love this set too, it's currently on my wish list.. lol

    Hugs!
    Shannon

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  8. Dawn EastonJuly 12, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    yeah! I'm so glad you stamped! I've missed your cards! This is a beauty! It's a set I'd like to get once the mail starts flowing again!

    Hope you enjoyed your day at the pool!

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  9. Carol LJuly 12, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    It's great to see you stamping again, and you haven't missed a beat by the looks of this card! It's so dreamy with this theme and image!
    Stay cool if you can! Whew -it's HOT out there!

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  10. Creations by ShirlJuly 12, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Wow - this is a cool relaxing card.
    Luv the idea of the lounge chair out their on the sand looking over the water... gorgeous card.

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  11. Rose AnnJuly 13, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Such a beautiful beach scene, Denise..and wonderfully colored too!! I love those pretty papers!!

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  12. BeckyJuly 13, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    What a gorgeous card, inside and out.

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  13. SharonJuly 13, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Nice seeing one of your creations again... just love this clean and simple look. Fabulous colouring of that image. Sharon x

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  14. debby4000July 13, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    Love your beautiful card.
    luv
    Debby

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  15. RietJuly 13, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    What a gorgeous card Denise.

    Hugs Riet.xx

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  16. Jocelyn aka JoBear2July 13, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    Ahhh, such a soothing and relaxing card. I can just picture myself sitting on that chair gazing on the ocean and soaking up the warmth. It's freezing where I am - our coldest winter for many years. It would be nice to see the sun - I have forgotten what it looks like!

    Funny how when I haven't made a card for a while, it seems to take a while to get back in the groove too. I don't know why that is (!!??).

    Love the paper piecing on the umbrella and love your beautiful stitching and that divine stripey ribbon.

    {{hugs}} Jocelyn

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  17. Amy JohnsonJuly 13, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    So happy to see you'll still be posting. It sounds like your enjoying your summer.

    Beautiful card. Love the paper pieced umbrella and the big ribbon.

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  18. dolcreationsJuly 13, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I am sooo sorry I just got to commenting today. Summer is in full swing here so that means lots of outdoor stuff! I love your summer card Denise. You have a way with your cards....the paper piecing and the colours and the layering...awesome work! Enjoy your day!

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  19. Shannon Erskine aka e3stamperJuly 13, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    WOW! I so wish I was there right now!LOL! I understand your feeling on trying to stamp after a hiatus. It took me two weeks to get one image colored!LOL!

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  20. CathymacJuly 13, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Welcome back, Denise! The time you spent on this card was worth the effort...it's a beauty! Reminds me of our relaxing time we just had at the beach...can't wait to return! Stay cool!

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  21. Susan (rainy)July 13, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Oh what a beautiful image, beautiful coloring and beautiful design! Wowzers! LOVE IT!!

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  22. Monika/BuzsyJuly 13, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Glad you stamped today! What a pretty card. Love that image. The colors are great! Thank you for playing along with us girl! :o)

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  23. Charlene Merrick (LilLuvsStampin)July 14, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Beautiful and serene, Denise! I just read your announcement, too. Good for you on stepping back and getting in touch with what you want out of life. :-)

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  24. SarpreetJuly 14, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    A well deserved break. A gorgeous card nonetheless.

    I found that when I had 5 weeks of for my wedding, I thought I would easily get back into the swing of making cards. But it took a while, to get used to it again. I keep trying to create.

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  25. KorinJuly 14, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Yay, Denise!! So glad to see you stamping again :). Your card is lovely :). Hope you are enjoying your time off. Hugs!

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  26. JillJuly 14, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Love it Denise! So happy to see a card made with your talented hands!! :) HUGS!

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  27. Joan ErvinJuly 15, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    What a gorgeous summer creation, Denise....love the S&S stamps and pretty papers you used!!! Glad to hear you are enjoying you summer...well, everything but the running in the 90 degree heat...LOL!!!

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  28. Elizabeth AllanJuly 15, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Hello Denise. Such a pretty card. I'd love to hop into that chair and sit for a bit.

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  29. Jodi CollinsJuly 15, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    What a STUNNER Denise! LOVE the papers and colors on this! The sticker inside is FAB!!!

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  30. JD/ JillJuly 15, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Beautiful!

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  31. Leslie MillerJuly 18, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    It's so good to see you stamping, Denise! I hope you enjoyed the break and now will enjoy stamping just for you. I couldn't wait to see what you would choose to stamp. This is a wonderful summer card. Love your style!

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  32. dpkennedyJuly 18, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    This is so relaxing! I love this sweet scene and wish I was sitting in that chair right now! I hope that you find your creativity flowing freely now that you've given up your commitments! Good for you! Best wishes!

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