Saturday, July 17, 2010

It's a Beach Thing!


Hello and happy weekend to you! Any beach plans in your weekend agenda? That's the challenge theme this week at Our Creative Corner. Isn't this an idyllic scene? Even though I live in Miami, I am not a beachgoer. My kids are and I am glad that they do take advantage of our wonderful beaches in the area. I'm more of a pool person myself and do intend to log some pool hours this weekend if the weather cooperates.

Here's my take on the beach challenge. I really love the bright tropical colors in the DP I found to use (Lost at Sea by Designer Digitals). The stamp used is from the By the Sea set by JustRite Stampers and was colored with Copics. The sentiment was computer generated. All edges were sponged with Creamy Caramel and the stitching was done by hand again (since my sewing machine is in the repair shop!). The CS is Tempting Turquoise and Barely Banana from SU and the shells were cut with a Cuttlebug Die. Spellbinders Ovals and the Labels Four dies were also used.

I hope you will stop by Our Creative Corner and also the blogs of the rest of the team. Lots of yummy eye candy to see this week!



Thanks so much for dropping by today. I wish you a wonderful weekend!
Challenges Entered:
Paper Romance - Stitch it Up
Twisted Thursdays - Water, Waves, Wetness
If the Shoe Fits - Take a Vacay
Just Add Ink - Just Add...Embossing
Allsorts - Summer Days
Lots to Do - Stitches
Secret Crafter - Summer Holidays
Wee Memories - Summer Fun
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32 comments:

  1. SianJuly 17, 2010 at 5:07 AM

    Hi, this is the second day now that I can't see the picture! *confused*

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  2. AnonymousJuly 17, 2010 at 7:57 AM

    I can't see your photo either, is blogger playing up ? Sue C x

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  3. Diane GilbertJuly 17, 2010 at 9:11 AM

    Linda this is GORGEOUS! LOVE the seashells along the side, just beautiful!

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  4. LoriJuly 17, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    I just love your hand stitching, it has such a nice touch, but I'm sure you're hoping your machine is back soon! This card is beautiful and perfect for a retirement, great idea!

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  5. Wendy J.July 17, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    Linda, this is just wonderful! I love your plaid and the colors are great together. I use Designer Digitals also. Love the shells! It's all wonderful!

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  6. ChristineJuly 17, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    Has that wonderful beach feel!

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  7. AnnikaJuly 17, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    Love the texture you've given to shells! It's a lovely and serene image, such a gorgeous colouring too!!
    Hand stitching looks gorgeous but I know how long it takes!!!
    Hugs
    Annika

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  8. Lori RiderJuly 17, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    This is the perfect beachy card - you are so great with your attention to detail and your work is always amazing. Love the plaid DP and the great colors!

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  9. HappyCrafterJuly 18, 2010 at 12:22 PM

    Such a gorgeous card! I am most definitely a beach person, but it's never warm enough to use our beaches here in the Pacific NorthWest, so the only time I do hang out on the beach is when we travel. Your card makes me think of happy vacation days :-) Love those die cuts too! Have a great Sunday.

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  10. Beverly GJuly 18, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    Another beauty, sorry to hear about the machine, I guess you just keep it smokin'. Love these colors.

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  11. ZoechaosJuly 18, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Fabulous card love the scene you have matched the colours perfectly. Hope you got your pool time thought the weather in Miami always co-operated. Thank you for joining us at LTD this week, Hilda will be popping round later in the week to see what everyone has done. xx Zoe

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  12. Jane (Carroll's Creations)July 18, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    Very pretty

    Thanks for joining us on SCSC :)

    Hugs Jane x

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  13. HelenJuly 18, 2010 at 6:06 PM

    Beautiful card - love all the texture!
    Thanks for joining us at the SCSC!
    Helen x

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  14. AngelaJuly 18, 2010 at 9:44 PM

    Very pretty card!

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  15. UnknownJuly 19, 2010 at 2:27 AM

    Oh Linda! What I wouldn't give to dive into your card and sit in that chair! Ha Ha. LOVE the card. It's brilliant and makes me want to pack a case and head off to the beach! Hugs Viv xxx

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  16. IreneJuly 19, 2010 at 3:32 AM

    Morning Linda

    Wow your card is amazing and just perfect for a retirement. Love the seashells and details.

    luv
    irene
    xxxx

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  17. JaqiJuly 19, 2010 at 4:33 AM

    What a stunning card, Its great, bet you had fun making this , the colours are perfect for the setting too, thanks for sharing

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  18. PennyJuly 19, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    Those details down the side of the card are unique! Thanks for playing n the Creatalicious challenge

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  19. AnonymousJuly 19, 2010 at 11:06 PM

    Wonderful card-love your embellishments! Thank you for joining us for Twisted Thursday at Shirleys2Girls this week. Join us at SNR for some fun on Thursday night!

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  20. marshaJuly 20, 2010 at 12:19 AM

    Oh how totally gorgeous! You are so clever and I love your embossing and stitching.

    Hugs, Marsha

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  21. SianJuly 20, 2010 at 3:36 AM

    Wonderful card, love the textured shells.

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  22. BecJuly 20, 2010 at 4:12 AM

    absolutely stunning.. thanks for joining us at Creatalicious Challenges..

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  23. JoZart DesignsJuly 20, 2010 at 5:01 AM

    Beautiful card and perfectly fits the subject.
    Jo x

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  24. NeetJuly 20, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    Great card - love the colouring and how you have managed to incorporate the stitching.

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  25. DebsJuly 21, 2010 at 2:31 PM

    Gorgeous card Linda - love all the detail.
    Thanks for playing along with my challenge at Allsorts this week.
    Take care.
    Debs xx

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  26. crafty creationsJuly 22, 2010 at 3:20 PM

    fabulous card and beautiful scenic piece

    Thanks for sharing with the Lotstodo Challenge - sorry I'm late in visiting - I've been away visiting with family xx Hilda

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  27. lalkygirlJuly 23, 2010 at 3:22 AM

    fantastic card ,love the scene and that fab shell border is gorgeous,
    thanks for joining us at lexis and good luck
    lalkygirl x

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  28. CherylJuly 24, 2010 at 10:11 PM

    Absolutely beautiful and such a pretty colour combo!!! Thanks for joining us at Creatalicious!!
    xx

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  29. JennyJuly 25, 2010 at 5:29 PM

    Very pretty card, love it. Thanks for playing my challenge. A new challenge was posted yesterday :) Hope you can play again!! Hugs :) :) :)

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  30. kaylouJuly 30, 2010 at 6:53 PM

    gorgeous work, thanks for playing at creatalicious.
    Hugs Kaylou xoxo

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  31. 3treescreations@gmail.comJuly 30, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    Simply gorgeous!!!!! Just love the sea shells! Thanks so much for playing at Bee Crafty.

    Deanne :)

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  32. UnknownAugust 5, 2010 at 3:24 PM

    totally gorgeous! thanks for joining us on our Shoe vacation!

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