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Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Happy Birthday Balloons

The sketch this week from Jen's Sketch For You To Try:
I needed a card for a student in my class so I whipped this up.  I incorporated:  Fantabulous Cricut challenge - to include a balloon and the word birthday; Cricut Cardz challenge - child's birthday; Cards for Men - Happy Birthday; Crazy 4 Challenges - Masculine; The  Cupcake Craft Challenge - going green and Raise the Bar - green.


All supplies are from Close to My Heart (paper is Animal Cookies collection)
Cricut: Plantin Schoolbook; Word Party
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25 comments:

  1. Kathi CarlsonMarch 17, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    Awesome "kid" card, Laurel! Love the bright primary colors. Bright and fun.

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  2. ShellyMarch 18, 2010 at 2:25 AM

    Great great card, love the bight colours and the little string on the balloon! Thanks for joining us at Cupcake!
    Shelly ;)

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  3. DoraMarch 18, 2010 at 2:41 AM

    I have troubles making cards like this...you did a wonderful job!

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  4. Donnas DenMarch 18, 2010 at 2:50 AM

    Great card, Laurel. Thanks for joining us over at Cards for Men and good luck with the challenge.

    Donna xx

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  5. DebbieMarch 18, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    Adorable card! Thanks for joining us this week at FCCB

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  6. shellyMarch 18, 2010 at 4:25 AM

    such a cute card thanks you for sharing it with us at cricutcardz xx shelly

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  7. JeanneMarch 18, 2010 at 4:51 AM

    I'm still in awe that you make cards for your students. Something I'm sure that makes them feel super special. This is a great kid card!

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  8. UnknownMarch 18, 2010 at 5:10 AM

    Aw, how sweet, I know this little guy will cherish this card!
    Blessings,
    Kim xXx

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  9. ~amy~March 18, 2010 at 5:17 AM

    such a fun birthday card for a kid! Love the fun colors!

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  10. AlannaMarch 18, 2010 at 5:24 AM

    What a great birthday card. I love how you are always using your cricut on your cards.

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  11. BananastamperMarch 18, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    So fun! Geat colors too!
    Shanna

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  12. ValerieMarch 18, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Wowzers! Cute card- love your stitching:) Thanks for playing along at FCCB!

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  13. Angi BarrsMarch 18, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Love the colors. The string adds a great touch as well. Thanks for playing with us at FCCB.

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  14. NannieflashMarch 18, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Fabulous card, love the colouring. Thanks for joining us at Cards for Men, and good luck with the Challenge. With hugs Shirleyxxxxxx

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  15. ~Tammy~March 18, 2010 at 1:48 PM

    You toally rocked this challenge! Thanks so much for coming out to play with FCCB!

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  16. CarolynMarch 18, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    What a cute way to make a BD card! Love the 7 idea!

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  17. ~*JoniMarch 18, 2010 at 8:11 PM

    Laurel this is so sweet! I love the elements that you used for this card, and that it is going to a special little someone makes it all that sweeter. Wonderful job, thank you for going green and joining us at Raise The Bar!

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  18. Robin's Creative CottageMarch 18, 2010 at 9:25 PM

    What a fabulous birthday card! I love the simplicity. thank you for joining us at FCCB.
    Robin :)

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  19. farmhouse-storyMarch 19, 2010 at 6:27 AM

    perfect kid card, laurel!

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  20. Penny Light/Light WhimsyMarch 19, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Cute card- love your stitching:) It is so bright and cheerful that I instantly smiled!

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  21. Lori (THCEO)March 19, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    What a stunning card...I just love the bright colors! And of course I have to compliment you on your use of the Animal Cookies CTMH papers!!! (Since I'm a consultant and all!) Thanks for playing along with us at FCCB! :)

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  22. FiMarch 19, 2010 at 9:33 PM

    Fun card, love your bold colours and how you used the balloons and the number 7 to work in with the sketch challenge.
    Fi

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  23. ChristyMarch 21, 2010 at 1:48 AM

    This is so creative...super job :)

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  24. MoonDust Bath and BodyMarch 21, 2010 at 7:09 AM

    That is such a great idea. I like the colors, and how you incorporated the sketch. Thanks for playing with us.

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  25. BrendaBMarch 22, 2010 at 3:21 PM

    Great card! I love the bright colors and the #7 on the balloons!

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