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Wednesday, 4 March 2009

...cards at last






Ed - I used the heart shaped nestabilities to cut out 3 hearts for the shamrock.
It's either feast or famine with me - I do aim to post around 4 times a week as I'm not able to craft every day but sometimes it doesn't work out - you know how it is. Anyhow got a few very quick and simple cards made last night after I unpacked my new toys!! (PTI delivery)

I really needed to just stamp something and I didn't want to waste time 'designing' a card first - so I just went with the flow. Heathers new set Beyond basic borders is just great for when you're itching to do something - it creates a style all its own!!

And buttons...yum.

I think these are all easy to do but if you need to know anything leave a comment and I'll edit the post - many thanks for looking.

Also entered these for the current challenge over at A Passion for papertrey, if you're in Europe you might like to check it out!

Hope they tickle.

I used PapertreyInks gold shimmer card for these - I love how the ripe avocado ink looks on it - look at the close-up to see what I mean. Melon Berry ink, Dark chocolate ink as well and of course the Beyond basic borders stamp set.

On the St Pat's card I used the leaf textures tag from 'Tags for Spring' (also PTI) to stamp the shamrock leaves, while they were still in the die. Also used Journaling Lines for the pinstripes, sentiment made from Fresh and Simple alphabet sets.

The wee birdie is also from 'Tags for Spring'
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21 comments:

  1. Unknown4 March 2009 at 14:39

    what GREAT projects! I ♥ that set from Heather - but couldn't get it this time around...love what you've done with it! The gold CS is great and that melon berry color is so yummy too :)

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  2. Genevieve4 March 2009 at 14:41

    Wow! Gorgeous cards, u have been a busy bee!

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  3. Rachel Hope4 March 2009 at 16:00

    I LOVE your style!!! I am going to have to CASE that Button tree some day very soon!

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  4. Julia Aston4 March 2009 at 16:09

    I love all of these designs Claire! the hearts clover on the St. Pat's one is super - as well as the oval and lettering! Love the button tree - great inspiration here!!

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  5. Molly B4 March 2009 at 17:54

    Those are awesome Claire. What you did in one night would have taken me a week. -Molly B

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  6. Toni4 March 2009 at 18:04

    beautiful cards Claire they are fantastic

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  7. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 21:57

    More wonderful eye candy. I debated buying that set and didn't. Now I wish I had!

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  8. katrynka5 March 2009 at 01:03

    What did you use to cut out the hearts> they look like there is an embossed edge. I really like this idea. I have a couple irish friends who would love this card.

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  9. Rebecca5 March 2009 at 03:34

    Aren't you clever, using both green and orange on your St. Pat's cards! Love 'em. As always, you've outdone yourself.

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  10. Lee5 March 2009 at 03:45

    They are lovely. I will get my goodies today. Can't wait! Also ordered "Beyond Basic Borders"

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  11. AKiteFlier5 March 2009 at 04:56

    Oh Claire - what fun projects you have put up. Love the button card! You are doing a fab job with your new PTI goodies. I love how you say "hope it tickles" - cause they do! Thanks for the smiles and inspiration.

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  12. Kate Lewis5 March 2009 at 11:12

    gorgeous cards as ever Claire - I love that colour combo too! Thanks for joining in the challenge! Kate x

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  13. Jak Heath5 March 2009 at 12:30

    I'm lovin that button tree Claire.
    Your blog always brightens my day

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  14. Sandra5 March 2009 at 19:59

    I love your cards I have just ordered that stamp set it looks great can,t wait to play. Sandra

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  15. Pat (mspfd)6 March 2009 at 13:31

    What amazing cards. Your work is outstanding! BTW, I left you something on my blog!

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  16. Unknown7 March 2009 at 05:16

    Wonderful cards Claire - good for you inking everything right up!! :) Looks like you had fun - love the shimmer too - looks so pretty!

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  17. Marge8 March 2009 at 02:30

    Your cards are fabulous, Claire! Congratulations on your Design Team membership - you are truly a very talented lady & they're lucky to have you!!! ;-)

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  18. Karen8 March 2009 at 07:14

    These came out gorgeous!! I have PTI's Beyond Basics Borders sitting in my shopping cart over there right now...thank you so much for the insiration!!! Your creations always amaze me! :>

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  19. Ashley Cannon Newell8 March 2009 at 17:40

    Claire...these are FABULOUS! I saw them in the PTI gallery and had to stop by to comment. I love your use of Melon Berry (my new favorite PTI color)!

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  20. Kimberly Crawford10 March 2009 at 14:53

    Great cards, Claire!! Love all the little creative touches!!!

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  21. Lisa Hjulberg11 March 2009 at 04:32

    All wonderful cards, Claire. I've been so busy I haven't even been able to play with my new PTI stamps and such. I'm going through withdrawals!

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