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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

The Little Black Dress...

Hi there!

Gosh, it's Wednesday already.  How did that happen?  Speaking of happenings, isn't it funny sometimes, how things seem to happen for a reason?  Last week on a shopping outing, I saw the most darling little black party dress.  Black and white polka dots (tiny ones), with lots of pearly trimwork, and this fabulous tulle trimmed waistline.  This week, when CardMaker's Card Challenge Corner posted their challenge, it was "The Little Black Dress".  Coincidence?  Perhaps...perhaps not! 


Supplies: Dress Template: Creations by AR, Liquid Pearls, Cardstock: a muse, Pearls: Kaiser Crafts,                          Tulle: from my ribbon stash...

Card inside...
Those of you that know me well, know that my 'little black dress' days are over!  So, this was the perfect opportunity for me to design my own, and not worry about the fit :)  The template is from Creations by AR, and the adorable CS that I bought from my friend, Shirley, is a muse.  Just what the doc ordered!  The pearls were some leftovers from a Kaiser Crafts package, and the tulle was a scrap in my ribbon drawer.  Voila!  Used some liquid pearls to outline the areas where the pearls were going.

Hope this little fashion statement gives you a smile this morning. Thanks so much for stopping by, and for your patience while family took priority!

Hugs and blessings,
Patti J.
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26 comments:

  1. Betty BentonApril 18, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Oh my -- fabulous pearls!! And so convenient to have already had your inspiration from the shopping trip!

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  2. Glenda AtkinsApril 18, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Whoooo what a fancy dress, loving all those pearls, fit for a princess!

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  3. Maria MatterApril 18, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    oh Patti, this is FABULOUS!!!
    I love your little black dress in all it's glory! Gorgeous!
    hugs & blessings

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  4. Helena (Gvendalen)April 18, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Very beautiful this black dress! I love those pearls.
    hugs, Helena

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  5. craftieodmaeApril 18, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    now that is just AWESOME!

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  6. Glittered PawsApril 18, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Pretty pretty - and the blackwhite polka dots are PERFECT dress size - no matter what size you are (LOL). The tulle adds just the right elegant touch.

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  7. Regina HardyApril 18, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Oh my goodness is this the cutest card or what?? I love this Patti. You are so incredibly creative and talented. What a coincidence that you had a dress template of all things. I love it and I'm glad you saw that dress last week. :)

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  8. IrisApril 18, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    It's so cool and love how you used the pearls and tulle on the dress! It would look amazing as a real dress too!

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  9. Pam SparksApril 18, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    fabulous, fancy and fun! I'm thinking you had a great time creating this! I used to sew clothes all the time and loved it... brings back sweet memories! Thanks Patti!

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  10. DawnllApril 18, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    Were never to old for a little black dress...I would so wear that!
    Cute as can be

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  11. Paper PrincessApril 18, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    Hi daddy! I love the dress! I would mind having one of those myself! You're very creative and talented summation point

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  12. Paper PrincessApril 18, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    Oops! Hard to type with iPhone. Sorry
    What I meant to say is hi Patty ! Not daddy!!ol

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  13. SusieApril 18, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Oh this is so cute. Love the netting.

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  14. Theresa's StudioApril 18, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    What a great dress card...so clever! Love the pearks.

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  15. scrapclose2theheartApril 18, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Heavens to mergatroid--my little black dress days are over too GF!!! But I love the one you created! ;)

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  16. Amanda MertzApril 18, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    I would totally wear this dress Patti! Just my style! Love the tulle & pearl accents! TFS!

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  17. WordbirdApril 18, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    Really cute card, Patti! I love the dress shape... and every girl needs a black party dress! ;D

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  18. STAMPING SAMApril 18, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    uhh, I say you should slip on that black dress, put on your heels (OK, short ones), dazzle your DH and go dancing! Oh wait, anywhere in Farmington to go dancing? uhh, don't think so! LOL!

    ps, love the dressy card!

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  19. Pat (mspfd)April 18, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    Amazing creation, Patti -- miss you too! Love this fab, little black dress in dots and pearls...Gorgeous and so elegant!
    How hard it is to cut the template out by hand?

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  20. NancyDApril 18, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    Hi Patti, nice to meet you. I like your cards and this one is really cute. I see some of my blog friends comment on your work too. Looks like we are going to be friends - now a follower too. Thanks for stopping by. NancyD

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  21. JessieApril 19, 2012 at 4:55 AM

    Wow! It's fabulous!

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  22. ChelseaApril 19, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    Love it!!

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  23. BeateApril 19, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    Oh Patti, your dress card looks gorgeous!
    Hugs and smiles

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  24. Auntie EmApril 19, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    So cute! I love the polka dot and pearls with the trim. Very elegant!
    Thanks for sharing!

    And I bet you still look stunning in the perfect LBD! :)

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  25. redwasher1April 19, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    WOW!!! Patti this is over the top gorgeous!!!!

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  26. AmethystCatApril 20, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    love, love, love this dress card!! The pearl embellishments are PERFECT! you are so talented!

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