Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Ouch...

So, after a LONG time, I went back to Curve's yesterday afternoon. Ouch. And to show what a low level of intelligence I possess, I am probably going back this morning. Groan....moan......
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Michelle, this one's for you!
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This week is "Buttons" at A Little Whimsy, and yesterday was "Tuesday Triplets" day at 365 Cards. Whatever we did, was to be done in triplicate, except the sentiment. So, here are three panels of DCWV DP, topped off with PaperTrey Ink's cute little hot air balloons (BUTTONS!!!) (THREE!!!). Funny how things work out. I made this one in a hurry, and thought it would be one of my least faves ever, and it turned out pretty darned cute, I think! I kind of like it!


Recipe: DCWV Winter Mat Stack (last year's), Versafine Black Ink, Stampin' Up Bashful Blue Ink, PaperTrey Ink "Everyday Button Bits", buttons from my stash.



Next is a fall card that I made for the Stampin' Sister's in Christ Challenge (to use fall colors), and for the My Time to Craft Challenge (Autumn), and last but not least, for the 365 Cards challenge for Monday, which was to make a card that was inspired by the following colors.

It's hard to tell, but all of the colors are here! If not in the DP or CS, then I have colored them in...

Recipe: TAC "I'm nuts about you", Provo DP, Ribbon from Hobby Lobby, DCWV CS, Kooh-I-Noor Colored Pencils, Versafine Brown Ink.

Yesterday, as I posted the candy on my sidebar, I was reminded just how short life can be, how everything can change in a split second, and that I don't tell you all enough just how thankful I am to have met so many wonderful friends through this love of paper that we share. Thanks to all of you for your thoughtful and caring comments, and for sharing your talents with me!

Have a great day!

Patti J.

24 comments:

Nessie said...

Gorgeous card Patti,it turns out we also have another interest in common as I go to Curves!

xxx

Kathy W. said...

What a cute card, they both are. Thanks for playing in this weeks challenge:)

Amy Johnson said...

good for you for going back to Curves! Your pain will go away in no time. LOL! Love your cards. That PTI set is one of my favs!

Cat said...

I'm so glad to have met you too, Patti! I always appreciate your sweet comments on my blog.Thanks for the heads up on the Haunted Design House Challenge. Hugs to you for going back to Curves!
As always you did a wonderful job on your cards!

~Denise Lynn~ said...

Love your balloon card, how cute is that! Very creative. Thanks for playing along at Whimsy! :)

Suzanne said...

Super cute cards!!

Nikki Schmaltz said...

Both cards are so great, but I just LOVE the first. It makes me feel like floating away........AHHHH!

made by fifi said...

fab cards - thank you for joining in MTTC challenge this week xx

Anonymous said...

Two very cute card! I love the buttons for balloons, great idea.
I love the colours on the second card and the cute images.
Tomorrow i am using an image you sent me, just need to finish it.
I've had a look at your other projects and they are fab, love the bags and tags. I was thinking of decorating the bags you sent me as well.
Have a lovely evening!
Hugs xx
Pat

Lesley said...

Lovely cards, love the autumn one. Thanks for taking part in the MTTC challenge xx

Crystal said...

Patti I love these, Your balloon card is GREAT!! I have wanted this set and just haven't purchased it yet....I don't know what I am waiting for you make this set shine girl!!!! LOVE your fall creation too, what a fun layout! Hugs!

Glittered Paws said...

Love both of the cards - the buttons are just darling - gonna have to borrow that set sometime. Of course I LOVE the squirrel card because it is TAC you did a great job on both.

Sharri said...

Patti, Both cards are beautiful! I love the buttons for the ballons on the first card and on the second, I love how you used the all of the colors and the layout great!

Connie said...

I never know when and how, to use buttons, so this is a great idea! And I love TAC's "I'm nuts about you" set.

Brenda said...

Fabulous cards Patti!!

Kristine said...

Sooo CUTE! I love cards made with BUTTONS--my new favorite embellishment. And love your Fall card as well.

LOL - stick with the workouts girl--they'll get better and you'll stop hurtin' in a few! :)

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

These are so sweet!! I just love the triplicate button parachutes!!! Your layout and design on the second is fab!! Gorgeous cards Patti!!

Good for you going back to Curves. I am doing WWatchers.

Bridgett Owens said...

Curves?! That is where I need to be! Ugh! But maybe again someday! Love your cards. Both are super cute but I have to admit the hot air balloon is my fave! I love hot air balloons and hope to take a hot air ballon ride someday. Ingenius with the buttons! Super cute cards!
Hugs,
Bridgett

SueFitz said...

Congrats on your blogoversary!

Great looking cards also

Thebug415 said...

OH I feel your pain about the gym thing! I was going 3 days a week, and had to take a short break to potty train my 2 year old. I kinda dread going back next week!
Love the balloons! Very cute. Thanks for sharing.

Unknown said...

Well thankyou my friend for dedicating the card post to me I am so flattered and I am sorry for not seeing this one earlier. I promise not to let this happen again *smiles*. Great cards Patti and you have been busy. I hope the muscles ease as you get more into the exercise.
Hugs
Michelle

Lisa Hjulberg said...

Goodness, I love that hot air balloon card... that's my favorite PTI set ever...and your autumn card is LOVELY! Oh, how I love fall. Thanks so much for always supporting our challenge blog, Patti. You're the BEST!

P.S. I'm glad that this paper crafting hobby of ours brought us together as friends, too!

Gloria Stengel said...

That card with the balloon buttons is AWESOME! The color challenge is fabbie too!

Wendy - Anntaurus said...

Both cards are wonderful! Thanks for joining the MTTC Challenge this week!