Card of the Week and Best of the Blogosphere: May 16 - 23, 2008
Card of the Week: Cut out Butterfly by Maren at Zany Not Crazy
I love cards that have something that grabs you on the outside AND the inside -- this card definitely does that. The clean, simple lines, the way the coloring (or lack of it) goes with the sentiment -- everything. This card is inspired. It's art. When I get some free time, I'm CASING a whole lot of these! I think this would be a great gift idea!
Runner Up: Shore Do Love You by Mary-Jo at Beauty Lies Within
It was really hard to choose a winner this week -- there were several off the charts cards and this one with the layers and shades of cardstock and the cool fold definitely caught my attention. The crab on the front is actually on a swivel, so the crab kind of dances! When you open the card, the sun press down against the center panel to keep everything in proportion. This card is amazing.
Shout Outs:
Cathy from Crafty Thoughts made another cool folded card -- she tailored hers for a child's birthday. So cute!
I've just discovered Kim's blog, Paper In The Works, and I love, love, love her style. I actually had three cards of Kim's this week flagged for mention! I narrowed my choice to this adorable farm card (the other cards are on the BOB list below). Kim uses lots of texture in her cards, and lots of layers -- the farm house and the animals are actually cut out and "popped up" for some added dimension. I was wondering where Kim got her inspiration from -- but for this card, she used a children's coloring page! Clever girl -- I'll keep watching your blog -- I expect we'll be seeing a LOT more of you!
Isn't this Apron Card by Linda at LMac's Catered Crops just adorable?! I love the recipe card with this -- how great would this be to send as a thank you note after the Memorial Day weekend? I wasn't going to order this paper -- I didn't want it -- until I saw this great layout. Toooooo cute!
Project of the Week: Canvas Tote Bag by Julie at Paper Pleasing Ideas
Julie made this using a plain canvas tote and regular SU craft ink! What a great gift idea! I may make one for each boy for the pool.
Shout Outs:
Jennifer at The Buck Stops Here made this FAB candy wrap and matching card. How often do you need a quick, happy, small gift for someone and you hadn't thought ahead? Keep the candy in the pantry (have your husband hide it) and then you're ready in a snap! Measurements and directions are on Jennifer's blog :D Thanks for sharing this -- I love it!
I couldn't close this week without giving a shout out to Alli at Card Metaphors for this purse card -- I don't know if it opens to actually hold a gift card, so it's here under projects. The use of lace and the big ribbon handles makes this look like a purse I would buy! Great work :D
** Now, onto the BOB: remember to hit the "read more" button at the bottom of the page to see the full list as a web page with pictures. It's much more fun like that! Also, if you'd like me to read your blog, you should leave a comment here. Think I missed something -- comment here -- I love to see what's out there, so if there is a great blog and I'm skipping it -- let me know!
Wow! Thanks so much for the mention - it's an honor to be in the same post with all these awesome cards!!!
Posted by: Cathy | May 23, 2008 at 08:18 AM
I just discovered this site...and would love to have you visit my blog! Thanks for highlighting designers...I know how much that makes ones day! Thanks!
Posted by: barb schram | May 23, 2008 at 10:48 AM
Thank you so much for the compliments! You really made my long weekend!! THANKS!!
Posted by: Maren | May 23, 2008 at 11:58 AM
Thank you so much for the honour of being featured on your site. I will be back to see all the wonderful creations you highlight.
Posted by: Alli Miles | May 23, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Great choices on all those cards! I'm sure you really made a brighter day for many stampers today! :)
Posted by: Tammy Hershberger | May 23, 2008 at 01:51 PM
Thank you so much for making my week!!!! I hadn't heard of this site before until someone mentioned it on my blog!!!!! I appreciate the recognition and to be placed here with all of these very creative ladies- such and honour!
Posted by: Kim Teasdale of Paper in the Works Blog | May 23, 2008 at 02:05 PM
Wow, I just love that butterfly card...very beautiful :)!
Hugs,
Catherine
www.mystampinggrounds.com
Posted by: Catherine | May 23, 2008 at 05:34 PM
oops, my url was wrong for my blog:
www.mystampinggrounds.blogspot.com
sorry...
hugs,
Catherine
Posted by: Catherine | May 23, 2008 at 05:36 PM
Love Kim's farm card, great choice for a shout out!
Posted by: Libby | May 23, 2008 at 11:16 PM
I just found your blog ... what fun ... Maren's card (and all of the rest) are amazing.
Posted by: SmilynStef | May 24, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Wow~ love your blog! Thanks for picking out the best of the best for us to check up on later!!
Posted by: AJ | May 26, 2008 at 10:38 PM
I just happened on your blog today when Julie mentioned her bag was featured on your blog! What a cool blog you have and what a lot of work it must take! Hopefully it is fun for you and you get time to stamp yourself!! I'm adding you to me reader and look forward to keeping up with all you keep up with! Hee hee!
Have a great day and stop by anytime!
Posted by: Amy | May 28, 2008 at 03:15 PM